Glenorchy Gazette February 2022 by Cor Comms

FREE PUBLICATION FOR THE GLENORCHY MUNICIPALITY

ISSUE

Salvos take to the streets

Rotary golfers swing by

Health & Fitness

MONTROSE SKATE PARK PLANS READY TO ROLL

FEATURE

IN THIS

FEATURE

FEBRUARY 2022

Independently owned and published by Cor Comms

SPORT

Home

LOCAL skaters are excitedly awaiting construction of the new community skatepark to be built at the Montrose Foreshore Park later this year.

Lutana rollerskater Poppy Harper, Glenorchy Deputy Mayor Steven King and 11-year-old scooter rider Henry Parkes of Rosetta at the site of the new Montrose Skate Park

SEE THE PLANS ON PAGE 6

Council seeks budget feedback

GLENORCHY City Council is calling on the community to have their say on the 2022-23 council budget. With the city of Glenorchy rapidly growing and record levels of development occurring, Glenorchy City Council has started to formulate its budget for the 2022-23 financial year. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that there are limited

resources, with a budget deficit being forecast for this year, but the council is committed to delivering on priorities and doing its best to meet community expectations. So council is reaching out to the community to hear what they want the money spent on, and what issues should be prioritised with the limited resources. Writing for the ‘Glenorchy Gazette’,

Mayor Bec Thomas said council wants to deliver on community expectations while keeping rates as low as possible. “To deliver more and better services and infrastructure, we will ultimately need to either increase our revenue, which mostly comes from rates, or reduce some of the services we offer,” she said. “So we need to have some serious

conversations with you, our ratepayers and service users, to find an acceptable balance between low rates and acceptable service levels. “Although we have limited ability to fund new projects in 2022-23, we can prioritise our works and existing budgets to best meet community expectations.” Community members can have their say on the budget priorities

by visiting Glenorchy City Council’s Let’s Talk Glenorchy website and completing the Budget Survey. The survey takes only 10 minutes and allows people to tell council their priorities and provide direct feedback on services. The survey is open until 31 March 2022. There will also be opportunities in the coming months to talk directly with council

staff and Aldermen at community events, with details to be made available on the Let’s Talk Glenorchy page. All responses to the survey, written submissions and inperson feedback will be collated to deliver a draft budget which will be released on 15 June 2022. Council will then consider the draft budget at a special council meeting on 20 June.

To take the budget survey, visit https:// letstalk.gcc.tas.gov.au/ gcc-budget/survey_tools/ budget-priorities-2022-23 To fill out a paper copy of the survey, phone 6216 6800 or email gccmail@gcc.tas. gov.au. To stay up to date with updates about community events, register for Let’s Talk Glenorchy at https:// letstalk.gcc.tas.gov.au/ register

2 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Mayor’s budget message

Bec Thomas, Mayor of Glenorchy

From left, Volunteering Tasmania chair Georgie Ibbott, award winner Suzie Calvert and Volunteering Tasmania chief executive officer Lisa Schimanski, at last year’s award ceremony

Nominate a volunteer today NOMINATIONS are now open for the seventh annual Tasmanian Volunteering Awards, which showcase inspiring stories and recognise excellence in volunteering. Volunteering is critical to our state. Volunteers can be found in almost every sector, and in every community. There are approximately 297,000 Tasmanians who volunteer regularly, contributing on average 4.4 hours a week to their fellow Tasmanians. The Tasmanian Volunteering Awards attract nominations from across the state each year. Nominees will be considered for one of the ten awards, with the winners

announced at a special awards ceremony during National Volunteer Week on Friday, 20 May. Chief Executive Officer of Volunteering Tasmania Dr Lisa Schimanski says the Awards are a perfect way for people to recognise volunteer contributions by nominating a volunteer or volunteer program. “The Tasmanian Volunteering Awards celebrate those amazing people contributing across Tasmania, and every contribution is significant,” she said. “Volunteering is not measured through the number of hours people give, but by the connection and impact of what they’re doing.

“It doesn’t matter if you are giving one hour a week, a few hours each month, one day a year or more, collectively volunteers are contributing an estimated $4 billion dollars to Tasmania each year and most importantly, making an enormous difference in our communities - and for this we thank them all.” The categories in this year’s Tasmanian Volunteering Awards are the: • Arts, Heritage, Tourism and Events Volunteer Award • Community Care and Health Volunteer Award • Sport, Recreation and Service Group Volunteer Award

• Volunteer Group or Program Award • Best Practice in Volunteer Management Award • Emergency Services Volunteer Award • Environment, Animal Care and Conservation Volunteer Award • Education, Science and Technology Volunteer Award • Lifetime Achievement Volunteering Award • Youth Volunteer Award Nominations close at midnight on Monday, 14 March 2022. To make a nomination, or for more information, go to www.volunteeringtas. org.au/2022-tasmanianvolunteer-awards/

ATTORNEY-GENERAL Elise Archer recently announced reform to the regulatory framework that provides financial help and assistance to Tasmanian victims and survivors of crime. Commencing from 1 July 2022, reforms include the introduction of an annual increase to the maximum award levels in line with CPI and the removal of the total amounts available for multiple victims of a

single incident. “These important changes mean victims and survivors will be able to seek greater financial support as a result of trauma or injuries suffered, easing any financial burdens during what is no doubt an extremely difficult and vulnerable time in their lives,” Ms Archer said. “The reforms are specifically designed to remove any disadvantage in situations where there

are a greater number of victims to a crime or act of violence, and to ensure that there is broader eligibility to claim for assistance across all categories of victims, such as for medical and counselling expenses, in addition to legal costs incurred. “Our Government recognises that the criminal justice system can be daunting for victims and survivors of crime, which is why

we are committed to ensuring the process provides an appropriate level of support, improving access to justice.” For more information or to apply for victimsurvivor support, Tasmanians can contact the Victims of Crime Service on 1300 300 238 from Monday to Friday 8:45am-5pm, or the Victims Support Service on 1300 663 733.

Better outcomes for Tasmanian victims and survivors of crime

HI everyone, I hope you’re all keeping safe and well as this wave of COVID passes through. I’m pleased to report I survived a bout of COVID in late January and a week isolating at home with my husband Ross together with it! I experienced only very mild symptoms, largely I expect thanks to my double vaccination, and look forward to getting my booster very soon. I’m proud of the uptake of vaccinations in our community and encourage everyone to keep up with the boosters to keep us all safe! As I mentioned in last month’s column, it’s that time of year where Council is starting to formulate our budget for the 2022-23 financial year. When I say, ‘our budget’, I mean yours and mine, as Council’s money is your money. Glenorchy ratepayers, residents and others who pay to use Council services are effectively members or shareholders of the organisation. While we are elected as Aldermen to make decisions on your behalf about how we spend your money, we need to hear from you in order to fully represent you! Glenorchy is growing rapidly, with record levels of development occurring in our City. In fact, in 2021 our Planning team determined 580 Development Applications, which will result in more than 800 new dwellings in Glenorchy. The face of Glenorchy is changing, and both our community members and us at Council are increasing our

expectations accordingly. Like you, we at Council take great pride in our City and want our City to look and feel fabulous! As a result, the level of service we provide across our City, from Lutana to Granton out to Collinsvale and everywhere in between, is under constant scrutiny. Our community calls for the lawns to be mowed more often, extra rubbish bins, better footpaths, improved public toilets, ‘free’ tip days, better playgrounds ... the list goes on. But alongside this call for ‘more’ and ‘better’, we hear the call to keep rates low loud and clear too. And believe me, Council wants to be able to deliver on these expectations while still keeping rates as low as possible. Our dedicated team works hard for our community and is continually seeking to improve the services and infrastructure we provide within the resources we have available to us. But, to deliver more and better services and infrastructure, we will ultimately need to either increase our revenue, which mostly comes from rates, or reduce some of the services we offer. More development will increase our rates revenue, but it also puts increased pressure on our infrastructure and services too, so that, in itself, will not be enough to meet our ever-increasing expectations. Like many Councils, right now we have limited resources to deliver on our priorities and community expectations. We’re also still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a budget deficit forecast for this year. So, we need to have some serious conversations with you, our ratepayers and service users, to find an acceptable balance between low rates and acceptable service levels, together.

REGULAR MONTHLY FEATURES The Glenorchy Gazette is your community monthly newspaper reaching 24,000 homes and businesses, distributed on the first Tuesday of each month.

ADVERTISING: EDITORIAL:

Louise Langdon 6210 5201 Justine Brazil advertising@glenorchygazette.com.au Connor Munnings 6210 5212 editorial@glenorchygazette.com.au

Owned and published by Corporate Communications (Tas) Pty Ltd Printed by the Mercury newspaper

• • • • • • • • •

HOBART FM 96.1 RADIO GUIDE Page 12 PET TALK Page 16 HOME FEATURE Page 17-19 FINANCE Page 20 HEALTH & LIFESTYLE Page 21 FEBRUARY HEALTH & FITNESS FEATURE Page 22-23 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Page 24 TRADES, SERVICES & CLASSIFIEDS Page 25 SPORT Page 26-27 NEXT MONTH: EDUCATION & EASTER HOLIDAYS FEATURES

A: Level 2, 152 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS 7000 PA: GPO Box 1600, Hobart TAS 7001 W www.glenorchygazette.com.au

Although we have limited ability to fund new projects in 202223, we can prioritise our works and existing budgets to best meet community expectations. We want to hear from you about how we should prioritise our resources to get the balance between low rates and acceptable service levels right. Over the coming months, we’ll be talking with our community as we develop our budget for 2022-23. As a start, I really encourage you to visit Council’s Let’s Talk Glenorchy website (www. letstalk.gcc.tas.gov.au) and take our Budget Survey. In this short, 10-minute, survey you can tell us your priorities and give us direct feedback about our services. We’ll also be providing opportunities for you to talk to us directly over the coming months, so we can understand more about your priorities and how you want to see ’our’ money spent. Details about dates, locations and other opportunities to have your say will be shared on the Let’s Talk Glenorchy page, so please register for Let’s Talk Glenorchy to receive updates (or alternatively contact our customer service team or me directly). We’ll collate all the responses to our surveys, written submissions and any feedback you give us in person to help us plan where we to allocate funds as we develop our budget for the 2022-23 and future years. Your voice matters! Please have your say.

AVAIL. NOW Steve Dirt worker avail for unit or house share. Mature age, single, no pets, van trans, rent $150 upwards. I’m clean, I’m quiet, own B/R furniture, I will go on a lease. No drugs.

stephendgray1958@gmail.com

0430 274 728

JUST A LITTLE

Reminder

DEADLINES FOR MARCH 2022 Editorial/Advertising:

Friday 11 FEBRUARY

Press Ready Material:

Monday 21 FEBRUARY

Responsibility for all election comment in this edition is taken by Nicolas Turner, Level 2, 152 Macquarie Street, Hobart, Tasmania, 7000. Political advertisements published in this newspaper are done so on a commercial basis.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 3

Community News

New Glenorchy City Tennis Club head coach Sahil Sahil in front of the mural painted by local artist Jamin

Tennis club scores ace new coach and mural THE Glenorchy City Tennis Club has an ace new coach and a sweet new mural, and is on the lookout for new members. Sahil Sahil arrived in Glenorchy at the start of this year to take up the role of the Berriedalebased club’s new head coach. But that’s not the only reason he made the move south from Sydney, where he ran his successful Inspire Tennis Academy and coached for Tennis NSW. “I wanted to start my family here,” Sahil said. “I’d travelled here three times before and Tasmania felt like home, so I thought I’d come down and help the community in Tasmania to get better at tennis. “I want to get some juniors playing tournaments representing the Glenorchy City Tennis Club, playing events interstate, and eventually produce a champion from Tasmania who can win the Australian Open.” Home to six synthetic

grass courts, Glenorchy City is a familyfriendly club that offers coaching, social and competition tennis to people of all ages and abilities. The club regularly welcomes players from the Nepalese and other migrant communities. “Some of them can’t speak the same language, but they communicate through tennis,” Sahil said. “It’s a good way for them to come out and get more involved in the community.” The club’s focus on diversity and multiculturalism is celebrated in a stunning new mural, painted on a practice hitting wall by renowned local artist Jamin. The mural features the Tasmanian wattlebird and waratah flower, surrounded by the Sudanese secretary bird and hibiscus and Nepalese monal bird and rhododendron. “Many birds are migratory in nature, and the flowers of many countries find their way into local gardens,”

Jamin said. “My own mother migrated to Australia from India before I was born, so it is a notion that is close to my heart.” Produced with support from Glenorchy

City Council and Elise Archer MP, the mural was officially unveiled at a recent event attended by a number of guests including new club life member John Fletcher, staff from Tennis Tasmania, and

representatives from the Migrant Resource Centre. “The mural represents different cultures, in the form of birds and flowers native to Sudan, Nepal and Tasmania,” Sahil said.

“The artist tried to send a message out to different communities and cultures to come and play tennis.” New members and visitors are always welcome at Glenorchy City, and courts can be

Andrew Wilkie

hired by the public for an hourly fee. If you’re interested in having a go at tennis, visit https:// play.tennis.com.au/ glenorchycitytennisclub or phone Sahil on 0466098984.

YOUR INDEPENDENT IN CANBERRA

Want to get in touch with Andrew? 3 3 3 3

Drop into the office at 188 Collins Street Hobart or post a letter to GPO Box 32 Hobart 7001 Phone 6234 5255 or 6234 5861 Email andrew.wilkie.mp@aph.gov.au Ask for a meeting

Drop by Andrew’s mobile office on the date and location below*: Tuesday 1 February Friday 4 February Tuesday 22 February Thursday 24 February Monday 28 February

2.30pm-4.00pm 9.30am-11.00am 9.00am-10.30am 11.30am-1.00pm 2.30pm-4.00pm

www.andrewwilkie.org

*Weather/COVID permitting

Rosetta/Montrose on Main Road near Caltex New Town on Augusta Road near Clare Street Sandy Bay Road near Derwentwater Avenue Chigwell Shops Moonah on Main Road near Caltex

Andrew Wilkie MP Independent Member for Clark

Authorised by Andrew Wilkie MP 188 Collins Street Hobart 7000

4 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

The Parkside Foundation Supporting people with a disability • • • • • • •

Individual and group support Life skills development Recreation and Leisure Supported holidays School holiday and after school programs Respite - evening and overnight weekend Coordination of supports – improving life choices

For further information

LOCAL AND TASMANIAN

Large enough to support you, small enough to care.

Phone 03 6243 6044 Email enquiries@parkside.org.au

www.parksidefoundation.org.au

Supporters attend a International Day of People with Disability on the GCC lawns

Picnic celebrates International Day of People with Disability

1300 732 377 1300 732 377 www.onroadoffroad.edu.au www.onroadoffroad.edu.au

RTO 60071 RTO 60071

MEMBERS of the Glenorchy Access and Inclusion Reference Group, with support from local service providers and Glenorchy City Council, hosted a range of activities on the lawns of council chambers as part of International Day of People with Disability 2021. Held on 3 December, the event - which was aptly named ‘Walk in my shoes, Ride in my wheels’ - was one of a series of initiatives across southern Tasmania to mark the day. Glenorchy City Council, working in partnership with the Salvation Army and Maxima Joblink,

presented a free event with food, music and activities to highlight how the community can become a more inclusive place to live and consider the unique perspectives of people with different abilities. Statistics show that 26.3 per cent of people in the Glenorchy local government area identify as having a disability. International Day of People with Disability was an opportunity to shine a positive light on what people with a personal experience of disability can achieve. It also gave everyone the opportunity to come together to enjoy the activities on a beautiful summer day.

BECAUSE of the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Glenorchy City Council has made the decision to cancel the Moonah Taste of the World Festival in 2022. Previously scheduled to be held in late March, the Taste of the World is a flagship event for the Glenorchy City region, designed to showcase the area’s culturally and linguistically diverse communities, boost community pride, and promote diversity. The inaugural Moonah Taste of the World was held in a Moonah carpark in 2011, the result of a partnership between Glenorchy City Council, its Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee, and Moonah

Promotions. Originally planned as a one-off event, the festival proved extremely popular and has grown to become southern Tasmania’s largest annual multicultural event, usually held in Moonah’s Benjafield Park. The decision to cancel this year’s festival was not made lightly, and was informed by State Government modelling suggesting COVID-19 cases would likely peak around the time of the scheduled event. Even with the best control measures in place, council said it would be extremely difficult to guarantee Moonah Taste of the World wouldn’t become a “super-

Deputy Mayor Steven King mounts the yellow Vespa with Colin Dean from ‘Ride For Eddie’

Moonah Taste of the World Festival cancelled for 2022

Hilliard Christian School Because your child matters...

Kindergarten to Year 12

ENROL NOW FOR 2022

The school is located in an open bushland with spectacular views of the Derwent River. We seek to provide a secure environment promoting excellence in education and character development.

PHONE TO BOOK A TOUR!

www.hilliardchristianschool.com.au

(03) 6272 1711

spreader” event capable of adversely impacting the health of workers, contractors, volunteers, event participants and the general community. Following the round of expressions of interest for performers and stallholders and notification to successful participants,

the decision to cancel was communicated as early as possible to avoid the inevitable loss of funds by cancelling nearer to the event date. Council is now reviewing other ways to celebrate the multicultural heart of the city.

Benjafield Park won’t be hosting the Taste of the World this year

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 5

Community News

Help Salvos put a team on the streets THE Salvation Army Glenorchy has put the call out for volunteers to join its Street Teams program in engaging with at-risk community members and helping connect them with local services and supports. The Street Teams Project is a collaborative initiative of the Salvation Army, Hobart and Launceston City Councils, and Tasmania Police aimed at improving late-night safety in Hobart and Launceston, and is funded by Department of Health, under the Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Directorate. However, it was identified that the program was also needed in the Glenorchy area to address anti-social behaviour in young people. Street Team support

worker Josh Foster, who is helping set up the program, said the volunteers would provide a presence, as well as hand out water, food and lollipops. “It was a call from the community, a call from the Council, a call from the police to have that extra presence,” he said. “The idea is being visible and being an extra set of eyes for the council and police, as well as to curb anti-social behaviour and connect these young people to other things we’re doing in the Salvation Army and other organisations. “We want to help create a supported and harmonious community.” Teams are made up of a minimum of three members who patrol a specific area within Glenorchy. Mr Foster, who was

raised in the Salvation Army and has worked in youth space for the past decade, jumped at the opportunity to help set up the program in Glenorchy. Now he’s encouraging others to volunteers. “It’s something I’m really passionate about, making sure kids have a safe space to go,” he said. “Anyone can take action. We all have a role to play.” Volunteers will be required to complete the Salvation Army mission volunteer induction and registration process, as well as mandatory training. For more information and list of qualities required for the role, visit www.volunteer.com.au/ volunteering/172907/ assertive-outreachvolunteer-street-teamsglenorchy-

Salvation Army Street Team support worker Josh Foster is looking for volunteers for the program

ESSENTIALLY Mobile, one of Tasmania’s leading and most reputable phone repair stores, is now providing a large range of quality ‘Refurbies’ – pre-owned devices that have been fully refurbished with new genuine parts and restored by Essentially Mobile’s qualified technicians. The Refurbie products include tablets, phones including iPhone 7 and 8s and Samsung Galaxy S9s, and Apple Watches. All Refurbies also come with six and 12-month warranty options. “These products are 95 per cent similar to the brand-new products but for a much cheaper price,” Essentially Mobile director Robert Huxtable said. “A Refurbie would make a perfect gift on occasions such as Valentine’s Day and on birthdays. “Essentially Mobile has a large range of options and we can find the perfect phone for

customers.” Essentially Mobile was previously located on Collins Street in the Hobart CBD, but relocated late last year to the ground floor of 152 Macquarie Street to accommodate its growing customer demand. Essentially Mobile’s new store has had an expensive fit-out, featuring a retail storefront and a larger workshop to accommodate the team of 17 engineers and technicians. The new store also has ample parking options out front for convenient access. Essentially Mobile is

Tasmania’s only Samsung service centre to repair all phones, tablets, and watches both in and out of warranty. They also provide repairs on other major brands such as Apple, Oppo, Pixel and Huawei. Most phone repairs can be completed in about an hour, with more complex jobs usually done within one day. Essentially Mobile is locally owned and operated and has grown considerably since being established in 2005 by Mr Huxtable and his business partner John Barrett.

To ensure efficient, top-quality results for customers, Essentially Mobile employs some of the most highly trained technicians in not just Tasmania but the country. “We’re very meticulous about our quality control,” Mr Huxtable said. “We don’t want phones coming back after their repairs so we’re very stringent on testing, which sets us apart from our competitors. “We invest heavily in the highest quality equipment and utensils including heat mats, micro soldering

Essentially Mobile relocates just in time for Summer equipment, electric screwdrivers and really high-quality laser machines. “We also have a commitment to investing in our people and upskilling them to ensure that they have the best possible skills to provide that point of difference

for our customers.” A founding principle of Essentially Mobile, which has allowed the store to remain competitive for many years, is the strong emphasis placed on honesty and reliability with customers. “We treat people really

well and go the extra mile for them, and they come back time and time again,” Mr Huxtable said. For more information and to browse Essentially Mobile’s product range, go to www. essentiallymobile.com. au/

OnTrack Tasmania are an NDIS service provider helping people with disabilities across the greater Hobart area. Our accommodation services include: • Supported Independent Living and Short Term Accommodation • All fully furnished properties • A variety of central and desirable locations • NBN internet, Netflix and gaming consoles • All maintained to the very highest standards At OnTrack Tasmania we pride ourselves on being participant focused, quick to act and offering activities that you want to do! Get in touch today to learn how we can help you. 1800 ONTRACK (1800 688 722) www.ontracktasmania.com.au

6 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Designs for new Montrose skatepark released FROM FRONT PAGE

GLENORCHY City Council has released the final designs for the Montrose community skatepark to be built at the Montrose Foreshore Park later this year. Prepared by leading skatepark designer CONVIC, the design includes a 180cm-deep skate bowl, a quarter pipe and multiple bars, kerbs and ledges, as well as a new toilet block and grass viewing area. The final designs evolved through a two-stage community consultation process, where members of the public, the local skating community and

key stakeholders were invited to provide their ideas and comments on what the skatepark should include. An initial community information session was held in July 2021 at the Glenorchy Rowing Club. Despite COVID lockdowns in place at the time, the Victorianbased designers led a successful session with the community via video link. Participants shared ideas, drew diagrams and even created playdough versions of their ideal skatepark, while designers shared their experience and insights into skatepark design and potential

An artists’ impression of the new skatepark planned for the Montrose foreshore

challenges. A follow-up session was held in September to gather feedback on the draft designs, which then underwent further revisions. Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas praised the new designs and consultation process.

“The Montrose skatepark project shows how council and the community can work together to achieve a fantastic outcome with strong support from the groups that will be using the facility,” Mayor Thomas said. “Since the skatepark

in the Glenorchy CBD was demolished to make way for the Glenorchy Health Centre in 2015, council has worked with the skate community and government to find a location and suitable design for a replacement facility. “It hasn’t been an

Face masks

are required indoors For everyone aged 12 and older (unless exempt) You must wear a face mask when indoors. This includes places such as the supermarket, inside restaurants, and indoor workplaces. You are not required to wear a mask inside a home — whether you live there or are visiting. Keep a mask with you in case you need to wear it unexpectedly. You may remove your mask when undertaking certain activities, such as physical exercise or to eat or drink. Some people with medical exemptions do not need to wear a mask. Reasons for not wearing a mask are not always obvious, so please be respectful of others.

Find out more at:

education.tas.gov.au/facemasks

easy process, and we haven’t always agreed, but everyone has persevered and I’m so pleased with the result and enthusiasm from the skate community. “I can’t wait to see the new skatepark when it’s opened later this year.” The Montrose

community skatepark is a $600,000 project, jointly funded by the Tasmanian Government and Glenorchy City Council. A contractor will now be appointed through a tender process, with construction expected to begin in May or June.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 7

Rick Cazaly and Troy Bennett with a team of ‘Cazaly’s Champions.’ “With Rick’s care and expertise, we managed to lose 80 kilograms of fat from a segment of our work force and set them on their way to a healthier body and mind, and for Bennett’s Petroleum a more sustainable business model,” Troy Bennett said.

Cazaly aims ‘up there’ for the Upper House WELL-known health and fitness consultant Rick Cazaly, who is standing for the Legislative Council seat of Elwick in May’s election, has strong views about what should be done to solve the affordable housing, family food security and men’s mental health emergencies. “I am on the public record advocating for rapid change to the onerous level of red and green tape across all levels of Government which is reducing the quality of our wonderful way of life,” Mr Cazaly said. “I am determined to restore that quality of life, so the very first thing we need to do is preserve our families’ mental health through secure, long-term affordable housing for all Tasmanians.” Throughout many years of healthy lifestyle coaching, Mr Cazaly has observed the markers that characterise both happy and unhappy communities. He believes long-term

affordable housing is a key ingredient for the mental and physical harmony of any family, by providing the sense of place and purpose that we all need to be able to endure everyday challenges. He also considers longterm affordable housing as a key driver for the ‘Mental Wealth’ of our nation. “Enormous dislocation occurs when parents are unable to confirm their children’s enrolment in school because they can’t even predict where they might be living due to the current shortage of affordable accommodation,” he said. Mr Cazaly is working with building industry leaders to fine-tune his focus on very short-term emergency housing as well as much more affordable long-term options. Another crucial but poorly understood issue he has a special interest in is the mental health of all men across our community. As a former state

director of the GutBusters men’s ‘waist loss’ program, he saw firsthand how men suffer premature disease and death. “Although less than one quarter of those diagnosed with clinical depression are men, many more men than women take their own lives,” he said. “If seven people were to take their own lives today, five of those will be men.” Mr Cazaly’s other initiatives to enhance the mental health of all Tasmanians include his family food bank, which aims to deliver healthy wild game meats to families or individuals in need who aren’t able to hunt, fish for or grow their own food. “Wild hunted game meats have been shown to improve the mental health of women in Australia as part of the ‘modified Mediterranean diet’ due to the quality and variety of the bacteria and proteins in the rich lean meat that protect, repair and nourish the

brain,” Mr Cazaly said. “When we combine that with the healthy lifestyle associated with hunting and gathering, we will surely see a marked improvement in the health of Tasmanians across all health biomarkers and a reduced demand on the public health budget.” Mr Cazaly suggested anyone seeking solutions to male problems contact Men’s Resources Tasmania as family, domestic and sexual violence can be difficult topics to discuss. If you or someone you know needs help or support at any time, please contact one of these services: • 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) for family, domestic and sexual violence matters • Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 for support with anxiety, depression and suicide prevention • MensLine 1300 789 978 for support for men with family and relationship concerns

In d

e p e n d e nt

PUT CAZALY IN THE UPPER HOUSE TO SOLVE: • Affordable Housing • Food Security • Men’s Mental Health

VOTE 1 RICK CAZALY IN ELWICK Authorised by: Rick Cazaly, 3 Yelgun Place, Lenah Valley, Tasmania 7008. You can email Rick on rick@roycazaly.com

8 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Eady Street’s sportsground clubrooms in sight of goal THE much-used Eady Street sportsground in the heart of Glenorchy is getting a facelift, with construction of a new clubroom facility and amenities building well underway. Home to grassroots cricket, soccer and football teams including the Glenorchy Knights, the new clubrooms will be a welcome addition to the important facility. Funded by a $1 million grant from the Australian Government and a further $80,000 from the Tasmanian Government, the project will deliver a brand-new facility including home and away changerooms, an umpires

room, a scorer and first aid room, fully accessible toilets, canteen and bar facilities, and a function space for events. Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas visited the site in December to watch the pouring of the concrete slab for the new building. “Glenorchy City Council is delivering a key facility that will transform the way these sportsgrounds are used and loved,” she said. “Glenorchy has a rich sporting history and we strive to encourage activities that bring families and communities together to play, exercise and compete. “Despite ongoing

challenges with procuring supplies and labour, our project team has worked closely with our builders and designers to find solutions. “This means we’ll deliver this important new facility while managing the reality of increased costs in our post-pandemic world.” Like many local government projects across Tasmania and Australia, the Eady Street project has been affected by material and labour shortages and increases in construction costs. However, the project is now progressing on schedule and is set to be completed in June 2022.

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 one-on-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 start-ups 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,”

Builders pour the concrete slab for the new Eady Street clubrooms

Take your business idea and turn it into a business in 2022 Entrepreneurship Facilitator Sharon Harvey 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 February, the Entrepreneurship Facilitator program is offering two free online workshops: Email Marketing 101 (11am -1pm, 16 February) This two-hour

Start your business journey

online workshop is for businesses looking to start an email campaign or need advice on how to create success with their existing email strategy. Join Sharon from Business South and Mikala from Inspired Office as they unravel all things email, including the tech side of setting up an email marketing campaign. Suited for both product and servicebased small businesses. What you need to know when getting started in small business (12-1pm Wednesday 9 and 23 February)

Have you got an idea for a business? Where to from here? There’s free assistance to support you on your journey through the maze to self-employment. An Australian Government Initiative.

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.

To book your place in the program, or find out more about what’s on offer, go to www. businesssouth.org. au or email sharon@ businesssouth.org.au

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, from registering a business name and ABN to marketing guidance and on-going general support. We offer one-on-one mentoring, referral into other relevant support programs and services, as well as monthly free workshops and information sessions. In February 2022 we have some great topics on offer for you to book in for (FREE and online). • What you need to know when getting started in small business • Email Marketing 101. Bookings are essential. Full details and to book are on our website www.businesssouth.org.au (upcoming events) or contact Sharon, Entrepreneurship Facilitator on her mobile, at 0455 372 023, or through her email, at sharon@businesssouth.org.au

Entrepreneurship Facilitator Sharon Harvey

Find out why so many families choose Dominic College To arrange a tour or enquire about enrolment please contact the College Registrar on 6274 6010 or email: enrolments@dominic.tas.edu.au

Kindergarten to Year 10 on one campus Catholic | Coeducational | K-10 204 TOLOSA STREET GLENORCHY | 6274 6000 www.dominic.tas.edu.au

Find us on

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 9

Community News

Legacy vehicle restored to former glory THE Maxwell family legacy in transport and tourism will continue through this rare, classic old bus, which has been lovingly restored to its former glory with the aid of the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF). The Tasmanian Bus and Coach Society received a $50,000 grant from the TCF to complete the restoration of a 1963 AEC Reliance bus donated to the Society in 2013 - one of only 11 such buses ever manufactured and believed to be the only one of its kind left in Australia. Tasmanian Bus and Coach Society secretary and restoration project manager Neil Robins said the group had invested more than 1,000 volunteer labour hours into restoring the bus, which was operated by Maxwell Coaches at Wilmot in Tasmania between 1974 and 1992. “Maxwell Coaches is well-known and highly regarded within the Tasmanian transport industry, with Dennis and his wife Jeanette having operated the

Cradle Mountain service for nearly 50 years,” Mr Robins said. “The Maxwell family made a significant contribution to the Tasmanian tourism industry and the development of tourism within the Cradle Mountain region.” Eighty-four-year-old Dennis Maxwell was set to drive the restored bus at a big interstate event last year, but it was cancelled because of COVID-19. “Sadly, Dennis passed away about a month after the event was supposed to be held,” Mr Robins said. “The bus is really a tribute for Dennis’ family now. “The bus has attracted attention from right across Australia, primarily because it is a Denning coach, which is well known in Australia for its coach building. “Dennis was inducted into the National Transport Hall of Fame in Alice Springs in 2015 for his contribution to the industry, so everyone is keen to see how it looks because of that significance.”

From left, Tasmanian Bus and Coach Society secretary Neil Robins, with Dennis Maxwell’s children and grandkids Anne Last, Mason Last, Lucas Last, Elouise Last and Karen Maxwell

The bus will be on display at events across Tasmania including the Devonport Motor Show, the Tasmanian Truck Show, the Launceston Motor Show and the South East Suns Truck

Hobart Magistrates Court

New Magistrate sworn in MARCIA Duvnjak has been officially sworn in as a Magistrate, with her swearing-in followed by a ceremonial sitting of the Magistrates Court of Tasmania. Sworn in on 17 January, Ms Duvnjak will be based in Hobart and replaces retired Magistrate Glenn Hay. Ms Duvnjak brings extensive legal experience to the important role, having previously served as a member of the Guardianship and Administration Board, Principal Crown Counsel at the Office of the SolicitorGeneral, Criminal Injuries Compensation Commissioner, and as

chairperson of the Parole Board. Since May 2018, Ms Duvnjak served as chairperson of the Resource Management Planning Appeals Tribunal, a position now known as the deputy president of the newly created Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (TASCAT). “Ms Duvnjak has earned the respect of the community and her colleagues in the legal profession through many years of practice and public service,” AttorneyGeneral Elise Archer said. “I look forward to the significant contribution that she will no doubt make to the Magistrates Court to our justice

system.” In addition to Magistrate Duvnjak, the appointment of two more Magistrates continues to progress with announcements expected shortly for one based in Burnie and another in Launceston or Devonport. “This will bring the number of permanent Magistrates in Tasmania to a record 17,” Ms Archer said. “It will also provide an equal number of Magistrates between the south and north/northwest of the state and will allow the Court to deal with cases faster, while addressing any backlog of criminal matters.”

Show in Sorell. “Dennis would have been extremely proud of how it’s come along and all the work that everyone put into the restoration,” Dennis Maxwell’s daughter Anne Last said.

Dennis’ daughter Karen Maxwell said Dennis had a blast driving his bus on roads where nobody else would. “Dad loved taking people up to Cradle Mountain – he just loved

people and he loved showing them Tasmania,” she said. TCF Chair Sally Darke said the bus restoration project had national and local significance. “While the vehicle

is unique in a national context, it is also very important to the Tasmanian transport sector given the role it played in transporting people to Cradle Mountain,” she said.

GYC EXPO A taster for subjects and student life at Guilford Young College!

SATURDAY 2 APRIL 2022 9.00am - 3.00pm

10 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Getting Tasmania bushfire ready Jacquie Petrusma, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management WITH the bushfire season now upon us, Tasmania is well prepared to respond and keep Tasmanians safe. While the overall assessment for the ‘21/22 Bushfire Season is for a “normal” fire season, this means we will, and already have had, bushfires and Total Fire Ban days – because that is “normal” for our state during the summer months. To better respond to bushfires, protect our communities and support

our hardworking and dedicated firefighters on the ground, the Government recognises the importance of having access to a sophisticated, flexible, aerial firefighting capability. This is why our firefighting capacity has already been bolstered with the addition of our summer aviation fleet, through the collaboration of the Tasmanian and Australian Governments who jointly fund the aircraft through the National Aerial Firefighting Centre. Tasmania now has an additional 12 specialised aircraft on hand to help fight fires

Josh

from above, including a mix of firebombing, air supervision and aerial intelligence-gathering aircraft. Eight are helicopters and four are fixed-wing planes. Importantly, the aircraft are strategically positioned right across Tasmania so they can be moved quickly to respond to fires, with 20 local aircraft also available to call on to assist when required, taking our total firefighting aircraft available in Tasmania to 32. This will ensure a rapid response to bushfires when they start, keeping fires small until our ground crews arrive.

WILLIE

Your Local Member for Elwick

Authorised by Ella Haddad MP 184 Collins Street HOBART TAS 7000

P 03 6212 2306 E josh.willie@parliament.tas.gov.au A 1/16 Albert Road, Moonah TAS 7009

The Tasmania Fire Service (TFS), Parks and Wildlife Service and Sustainable Timber Tasmania have also been preparing for this season through our Fuel Reduction Program, which is nation-leading in its tenure blind, strategic risk-based approach. This Government has already invested $55 million in fuel reduction, and over the forward estimates we will deliver another $48.3 million to reduce the risk of bushfires. As we have seen from the recent Sisters Beach fire, fuel reduction burns greatly assist to reduce the impact of bushfires.

The Sisters Beach fire was halted by three fuel reduction burns that had already been undertaken by the Parks and Wildlife Service and TFS. The Government is also diversifying its approach to fuel reduction, with $2.5 million provided through the program to support mechanical clearing in places where burning isn’t appropriate. Our specialist remote area firefighting capability has also been bolstered, with 144 TFS Service Remote Area Firefighters trained and capable of supporting our partner agencies in remote and isolated areas, such as the Parks and Wildlife Service

who have approximately 134 personnel trained to fight fires in remote areas. While the TFS, Parks and Wildlife Service and Sustainable Timber Tasmania are well prepared for the bushfire season, we are urging the Tasmanian community to do the same, because we cannot afford to be complacent about the dangers of bushfire. To help keep our community safe, Tasmanians are encouraged to complete their own five-minute bushfire plan. An easy-to-use template is available on the TFS website and is an excellent resource

to get Tasmanians of all ages thinking about what you will need to do if a bushfire occurs near you. Being prepared can make it less stressful and may reduce the impact it has on you and your loved ones if a bushfire does occur near you. Don’t wait until it’s too late, please go to fire.tas. gov.au to do your fiveminute bushfire plan now. The Tasmanian Liberal Government is committed to keeping Tasmanians safe from the threat of bushfires, which is why we are investing $111.5 million over the forward estimates for bushfire prevention, response and safety measures.

Josh Willie to re-contest seat of Elwick HEALTH, education, housing and jobs - these are four issues Labor Member for Elwick Josh Willie MLC is most passionate about. He believes they are at the heart of a thriving community. Mr Willie will be contesting the seat of Elwick at the election in May, having served in the Legislative Council for the past six years. A former teacher at Glenorchy Primary School, he is proud to be living with his wife and children in the northern suburbs, with his young sons attending a public primary school. Speaking to the ‘Glenorchy Gazette’, Mr Willie said he prided himself on being available to the community, holding the government to account and supporting people to achieve their dreams. “Over the past six years I have advocated on behalf of the people of Elwick in relation to health, housing, education, jobs and many, many other issues,” he said. “I have worked with community members, assisted sporting and community organisations to secure hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants and donations,

and advocated to ensure schools receive the millions of dollars they need for infrastructure upgrades. “Alongside my team I have achieve some good policy outcomes, with the extension of the successful Labor Child and Family Centre initiative across the state, including a brand-new centre currently being built at Glenorchy Primary School something I’m proud of. “I also lobbied to extend support for kids in Out of Home Care to the age of 21 to ensure they get the best start in life.” Mr Willie is a senior member of the Tasmanian Labor team and is responsible for a number of important portfolios including Education, Transport and Sport. He has served on the powerful Public Accounts Committee for a number of years, scrutinising the state’s finances and COVID response. When asked about his hopes for a second term in Parliament Mr Willie said he wanted to improve education outcomes. “Education is one of the greatest challenges our state faces but it is also our

greatest opportunity to improve the lives of all Tasmanians, especially young people in the northern suburbs,” he said. “I want to achieve better social outcomes for our community, including in health, housing and the economy and we can do that through the education system. “The Parliament needs experienced and strong advocates to hold the government to account, review legislation and develop good policy.

“Over the past six years I have asked the hard questions, led debates in the Legislative Council to improve legislation, and developed key policies on behalf of the Labor Party. “It has been a privilege to represent Elwick in the Legislative Council and not something I have taken for granted. “With your support I can continue to represent the community, be available to you and work with you to improve our community.”

Elwick MLC Josh Willie holding son Alfie, and wife Holly with son Ted

Australia’s warning system is changing Know the signs before a bushﬁre strikes ADVICE: Stay up-to-date in case the situation changes.

australianwarningsystem.com.au

WATCH AND ACT: Conditions are changing, you need to start taking action.

EMERGENCY WARNING: You may be in danger and need to take action immediately.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 11

Community News

Glenorchy City Council advocates for assistance dog policy review GLENORCHY City Council recently completed public consultation on proposed changes to its Dog Management Policy, talking directly with the community about how dog management practices could be improved. The review, which is conducted every five years, involved extensive consultation over a two-stage process with interested community

members, local dog walking groups, and representatives from the RPSCA and the Australian Veterinary Association all being consulted. “Glenorchy is a city of dog lovers, myself included,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said. “Our municipality is home to one of the highest numbers of registered dogs, so getting the right balance between the rights of

dogs and their owners and the concerns of the wider community is critical. “We’ve gone to great lengths to listen to as many stakeholders as possible in developing our new policy. “This isn’t a ‘tick and flick’ exercise and we genuinely wanted to explore all the issues around dog management, registration and restrictions to get a policy in place that meets our

community’s needs.” A key issue that has arisen since the policy was last reviewed in 2017 regards accessibility for assistance dogs and whether they should be subject to the same, or similar, rules as guide dogs and hearing dogs. Mayor Thomas called for changes to be made to the Dog Control Act. “There are many vulnerable people in our community who rely on assistance dogs to help

them with basic daily tasks such as going to the shops, running errands and seeking help,” she said. “The current legislation is outdated and doesn’t reflect the importance of all support animals in giving vulnerable people independence and dignity to live as part of the community. “In 2020, Glenorchy removed dog registration fees for assistance dogs in recognition of the vital

support they provide to people with disabilities in our community. “We want to reflect that importance in the rest of our updated policy, but at the moment we can’t because the provisions in the state Act prevent it. “I will be writing to relevant Ministers and agencies and asking them to consider changing the Act as a matter of urgency, to improve safety and accessibility

for vulnerable members of our community and their assistance dogs.” Feedback from public consultation on the revised policy is now being considered and the updated policy will be presented to council in the first quarter of 2022. For more information about Council’s Dog Management Policy review process, visit www.letstalk.gcc.tas. gov.au

It is important to know that our schools are safe Give your child the best start to the new school year and make every day of learning count by attending school regularly. COVID-19 safety measures are in place across all schools, in line with Public Health advice, including: • Frequent cleaning and increased hygiene practices • Increased ventilation in classrooms with open windows and use of air purifiers • Use of outdoor learning areas • Vaccination of all Department of Education staff, volunteers and contractors • Wearing face masks indoors by all staff and high school students (masks will be provided to students as needed). The combined effect of these measures will ensure a safe learning environment.

The new school year and

COVID-19.

The best way to protect your child from COVID-19 is to get them vaccinated. Children aged 5 to 11 years are now able to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with dedicated children’s clinics operating statewide.

Find out more at:

education.tas.gov.au/COVID-19

12 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Disability Services Act Review Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes members present Ambulance Tasmania southern regional manager Andrew Porter, third from left, with the Emergency Lifting Cushion

Buffaloes lodge results of fundraising efforts THE Moonah-based Tasmanian branch of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) has successfully raised $3000 to purchase a piece of much-needed equipment for Ambulance Tasmania – and they’re not finished fundraising just yet. The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) is one of the largest fraternal organisations in the United Kingdom and many other parts of the world, including Australia. Founded in 1822, the Order provides aid to its members, their families, the dependents of former members, and other charitable organisations. David Shuttler has been a member of the RAOB in Tasmania since 1965, including a stint as the branch’s Grand Primo, and has supported many charities and community members over the decades.

“My wife has a lot of trouble with falls, and I have a bad back so I can’t help her up,” Mr Shuttler explained. “So we have had to call the ambulance a few times, and one time the paramedic told me to ask for an Emergency Lifting Cushion next time. “It turns out not all the ambulances in the state have them, so we set that as a target to fundraise for.” The fund-raising was a success, with the Buffs able to reach their $3000 target to purchase a cushion and donate it to Ambulance Tasmania. Now the group is organising another fundraising event, with donations going towards the Hillcrest Primary School Disaster Fund. COVID permitting, the event will be held in the Buffalo Lodge rooms at the corner of Peronne and Central avenues in

Moonah from 11.30am on 12 March. The event is open to everyone over the age of 18. Admission is $10, which includes a barbecue. “Events are based around a social gathering, with money being raised mainly through bidding on people to provide entertainment in the form of singing, performing or reciting,” Mr Shuttler said. “Each year there is also a name placed on a shield for the best entertainment. “Ever since I joined the Buffaloes it has really brought me out of my shell in terms of public speaking. “The order is an education apart from just entertainment and fundraising, and our principles are justice, truth and philanthropy.” For more information go to https://raob.com.au

HOBAR T o i d a R FM

Presented by:

MONDAY: 6am Monday Breakfast with Phil Swan; 9am Monday Morning Mix with Mandy Skillen; 12pm Lunchtime Classics with Rick Rae; 2pm Monday Variety with Shirley Nicolle; 4pm Reeling in the Years with Dave Batchelor; 6pm Glenn’s Country with Glenn Gillie; 8pm Classic

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

The Tasmanian Government is working to create a safe and inclusive Tasmania for people with disability. We need legislation which supports this vision. You are invited to be part of one of the online consultation sessions to be held up until Thursday 10 February 2022, by registering with Eventbrite using the QR code. Places are limited to enable maximum participation. To be part of the review, you can also email DSAReview2021@communities.tas.gov.au or phone 1800 431 211.

De par t m e nt of Comm unit ie s Ta smania

David Needham

David Needham still has an accent which gives him away as a Pom even though he has lived in Australia since 1972. Being born during the Second World War he has a particular love of 50s and 60s music, but is happy to experiment with the modern music of the 70s and 80s. David lived in the Huon Valley for many years where he was a regular presenter on Huon FM

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

before relocating to the Eastern Shore in 2019 where he joined Hobart FM. He enjoys presenting his Tuesday afternoon program ‘Those were the days’ from 2-4pm, as well as filling in for other presenters whenever he can. As David approached his 70th birthday he took up guitar and ukulele and is now an accomplished musician (not!) in his own right.

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 Dove c’e’ musica Italiana with Carmen Comber, Dino Ottavi, Renato Langu or Renato Delfatti; 3pm Movie Ticket Radio with Rob Ryan; 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.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 13

Community News

Claremont Craft Group coordinator Suzanne Watkins outside the Claremont RSL, and (inset) members of the group work on their projects

Suzanne seeking Claremont crafters “I’d really like to get some new people joining, otherwise we’ll all die out and that will be the end of it. “That would be such a shame. I remember one lady saying to me ‘apart from the check-out chick, you’re the only people I have to talk to all week’. “If we closed down,

THE Claremont Craft Group is celebrating its tenth year based at the Claremont RSL, and coordinator Suzanne Watkins is calling on new members to join the fun. Mrs Watkins said the group has been meeting for about 20 years in total, bringing together ladies from all walks of life each

week for a morning of craft, chuckles and cups of tea. “The council used to run it at the little Claremont Hall, but at some stage they decided they wouldn’t do it anymore and it fell in a hole,” she said. “I kept seeing the ladies at the shopping centre and

they’d say ‘we miss it so much’, so I asked the RSL if they’d be willing to take us on. “They’ve been absolutely wonderful to us. It’s been ten years now and we’re really happy there.” But numbers have dwindled since the onset of COVID, and Mrs

Watkins would like to see some new members come along in 2022. “I used to have 25 ladies each week, but when we opened up again after COVID it dropped down to about 12,” she said. “Most of us have been there since the beginning, so we’re all in our late 70s and 80s.

STROKE Foundation is looking for unsung heroes in the community who are making the future brighter for people living with the impact of stroke, with nominations now open for the Stoke Foundation’s 2022 national Stroke Awards. The awards recognise survivors of stroke, family members, carers, volunteers, fundraisers, researchers and health professionals. There are seven award categories this year, including: • Stroke Warrior Award – recognises the significant contribution of a person under 18. • Courage Award – recognises the courage and hope shown by a survivor of stroke or carer in facing stroke recovery. • Creative Award – celebrates a survivor of stroke’s contribution to creative industries including writing, photography, music and fine art. • Fundraiser of the Year Award – recognises a fundraiser who has gone above and

beyond to help raise awareness and funds for stroke in Australia. • Improving Life after Stroke Award – celebrates those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of survivors of stroke in the community. • Volunteer of the Year Award – awarded to an outstanding volunteer whose dedicated service to stroke has made a significant difference. • President’s Achievement Award – recognises an exceptional individual who has made a significant contribution to reducing the impact of stroke in the community. Stroke Foundation acting chief executive officer Mark Karlovic said the Stroke Awards were a highlight on the annual Stroke Foundation calendar. “There are so many incredible individuals across the country who have demonstrated courage, tenacity, passion and care to improve lives for people

with stroke,” he said. He said the new Stroke Warrior Award was an opportunity to celebrate the efforts of the very youngest in Australia’s stroke community. “We know there are children and teenagers who make incredible efforts in their own stroke recoveries, and many who play a significant role in the stroke journey of their parents and grandparents,” he said. “The caring actions and courage of the children who are living with the impact of stroke in their lives are as important to celebrate as our amazing medical professionals, carers and fundraisers. “We are looking forward to hearing their incredible stories, so we need our wider community to get their nominations in.” Nominations close on 11 February. To nominate, go to https:// strokefoundation.org. au/en/What-we-do/ Prevention-programs/ stroke-awards The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in Melbourne in May.

Nominations are now open for the Stroke Awards

Time to nominate for 2022 Stroke Awards

there’d be nowhere for people like that to go. “Although it’s a craft group, if people just want to come for a chat and a cup of tea and a laugh they’re just as welcome.” The Claremont Craft Group meets between 10am and noon every Wednesday morning during school terms, at the

Claremont RSL in Bilton Street. The first meeting for 2022 will be held on 9 February. The cost is $2 per week, which goes to the RSL to cover insurance and other costs. Phone Suzanne on 62492694 for more information about how you can get involved.

14 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

PROPERTY Pl

Roberts Real Estate Glenorchy property consultant Tony Bacic

Tony has the answers ASK any real estate agent in Hobart what the one question they most commonly receive is, and they’ll likely answer, “so, how is the market?”. Highly experienced property consultant Tony Bacic from Roberts Real Estate Glenorchy is better placed than most to answer that question. With Hobart property prices approaching 30 per cent growth over the past 12 months, the local market is currently as dynamic as Tony has ever experienced. And he believes there’s more great results still to come for sellers in the foreseeable future. “The market is fantastic at the moment the strongest I have seen for at least a decade,” Tony said. “It really is a once in a generation boom for those sellers looking to sell. “All across the southern region over the past 12 months we have seen record-breaking results - and this had produced some very happy sellers, I can tell you. “We see no sign of the market cooling at the moment with interest rates so low and buyer enquiry so high. “With a forecast

period of strong economic growth, jobs creation and business and consumer confidence remaining high it will certainly be a space to watch for 2022.” Tony has been in the real estate industry for 25 years and has seen both the highs and lows of the property market and industry. “I joined the industry in 1997 as the property market emerged from a national recession and low economic confidence, which was keenly felt here in Tasmania,” he said. “It is great to see where Tasmania and in particular the Northern Suburbs of Hobart is positioned given the ongoing pandemic issues. The future looks bright.” Tony is expert not only in appraising and selling established residential dwellings, but also new land developments and subdivisions. “In such a buoyant and highly competitive marketplace a great agent needs to see the full potential in every property on behalf of their client,” Tony said, “especially those on significant land holdings

where there is potential for sub-division or strata development. “My experience has taught me to not just appraise the bricks and mortar value, but to research and understand every property regardless of condition and location for future potential in the best interests of my client.” Tony’s many career highlights include having been a board member for the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania and having been a guest speaker at the prestigious AREC real estate conference, which attracts more than 4,000 industry peers to Surfers Paradise each year. “I feel privileged to have enjoyed being part of this industry for so long,” Tony said. “It is a demanding career where client satisfaction is first and foremost. “I have had the pleasure of working with many great colleagues, but also so many valued clients over the years. “Roberts Real Estate has been part of my story for so many years and I am delighted that we continue to provide the best possible advice and the best possible results for property sellers.”

SAVER!

ZERO RISK MARKETING & SELLING Our local property market is continuing to experience a surge in buyer activity with strong interest in Tasmanian property across all regions. All indications are that property prices are set to increase with even more record sale results for Tasmanian sellers during 2022.

Contact Roberts Real Estate today for more details on this amazing offer.

Roberts Real Estate ‘Summer Saver’ is designed to provide home-sellers with a highly effective marketing strategy at absolutely no-cost to the seller. That’s right, absolutely zero-cost! This represents exceptional value and will showcase your property to eager buyers everywhere through Tasmania’s premier real estate agency. Could you potentially achieve your dream sales price in this dynamic seller’s market, but also save on your marketing costs?

Glenorchy Office: 338 Main Road, Glenorchy TAS 7010 T (03) 6272 8555 www.robertsrealestate.com.au

Limited offer until Feb 26-22. Scan for full T’s & C’s

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 15

Community News

Construction apprentices are building bright future A SOCIAL impact construction program provides more than just trade qualifications to the young men and women involved, according to a current apprentice. Build Up Tassie, run by Centacare Evolve Housing (CEH), supports young job seekers with an interest in the construction industry through training, experience and work opportunities. Apprentice carpenter Lukas Bird applied for the program because it offered him an opportunity to gain building skills and begin his career.

“I feel accomplished to have made progress throughout the first year of my apprenticeship,” he said. “It's made me more organised, able to plan and use my head to figure out problems that arise at work. “It's also made me develop leadership skills, as I have worked with others who have had less experience than myself and I am able to teach them skills I have learnt along the way.” St Joseph Affordable Homes executive manager of business development Belinda Clarke said the program provided extensive

GLENVIEW has been supporting its residents and staff throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, putting together a plan to combat the risk of COVID-19 and its transmission. With community levels of transmission remaining high and many aged care facilities being at risk of an outbreak, Glenview has put a plan into action that recognises the importance of families to residents and their wellbeing. Glenview chief executive officer Damien Jacobs said the Glenview community had provided great support throughout this tough period. “The burden has been massive on residents and families, but also on the staff who very quickly had to pick up additional shifts,” he said. “We got through our outbreak as quickly as possible by keeping up communication, and we’re now running daily

rapid antigen test (RAT) clinics for people entering our facilities, both visitors and volunteers. “All staff, visitors and volunteers must also wear a N95 mask.” Residents who catch the disease have been required to isolate separately, but Mr Jacobs said spirits remain high. “It was really tough for people with limited visitation,” he said. “We work as hard as we can to keep families connected, so we had a video conferencing team going around connecting residents with families across our facilities, which has received a lot of positive feedback. “The resilience of our team has been exemplary and outstanding. “I think we dealt with our outbreak incredibly well under extreme circumstances. “We’re making sure we keep our workplaces as safe as possible for residents and our staff.”

First-year apprentice carpenter Lukas Bird, who worked on nine new social housing dwellings at Richmond. Photo: Mark Franklin

coaching and support, followed by work experience in up to six trade environments. Successful participants are then invited to apply for apprenticeships

and other employment opportunities with building and construction social enterprise St Joseph Affordable Homes and its industry partners.

“We are building many new homes and we know that the industry needs workers with the right skills and attitudes, who are ready for a career in

construction,” Ms Clarke said. “Together with our partners, we provide what we know helps support young people – individual coaching,

life skills support, opportunities to develop the attitudes and habits to be ready for work, and learning new skills on construction sites and in workshops.”

Residents number one in uncertain times A village for people living with all stages of dementia

“ Nisha, the lifestyle companion,

“

This, to me, is what the village is about!

Stock photo by Anthony Metcalfe, Unsplash.

deserves an individual accolade for her holistic and comprehensive approach, and for her ability to offer me unsolicited updates on how Mum is functioning, each time I visit.

VERONIQUE, THE DAUGHTER OF A RESIDENT

Korongee is a purpose-built dementia care village that provides increased social engagement opportunities and enhanced wellbeing.

Resident Daphne with her project pack

Because of the most recent outbreak, group events like the weekly bus tours for residents were postponed, while volunteers have been unable to conduct their normal responsibilities. Group sessions have also been limited, with

one-on-one and small group programs preferred to keep everyone as safe as possible. Mr Jacobs said there needed to be more focus on preventing outbreaks rather than treating them. “At the moment, the focus seems to be on

It’s unique atmosphere helps residents to feel safe, and their visitors welcome.

supporting facilities when they’re in an outbreak and I would say there needs to be a bigger focus at looking at reducing the risk of going to lockdown and breaking that cycle,” he said.

Glenview is now open to visitors, but is continuing to promote video chats as an alternative while COVID community transmission is still relatively high. To arrange a video chat,

ERIC ABETZ Liberal Senator for Tasmania

PUTTING TASMANIA 1ST Follow me on Facebook for regular updates Authorised by Eric Abetz, 136 Davey St, Hobart TAS 7000

Contact Belinda Chapman for a tour on 03 6277 2890 enquiries@glenview.org.au

phone 6277 8802, or email mlee@glenview. org.au or mferguson@ glenview.org.au Visiting times are 9am to 5pm on weekdays and on weekends from 10am to 3pm.

16 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Pet Talk Ten Lives

12 Selfs Point Road, New Town Open Mon - Sat 10.00 - 4.00 Sun 10.00 - 2.00 6278 2111 tenlives.com.au

ADOPT

Bubble with her new owners, Steve and Sue

Bubble arrived at our Shelter and what happened next warmed our hearts Rich East, Ten Lives Cat Centre

Sam 1 Years Old Male #15822

Lovely Boy! Sam’s an independent boy who is ready to find his furever home. Sam may be shy at first but he has a bold personality and loves to play. He is particularly affectionate in the evenings and will come up to demand pats and scratches. Sam will sit with you and watch TV but doesn’t like to be held. Sam is learning the difference between soft paws and claws. He tends to accidentally scratch when over stimulated and will need love and patience in this area. His ideal home is one where he can be the only fur child as he does not get along with other pets. Head bumps and winding around your legs are his ways of saying he loves you.

Ask for Sam at reception. You can find our more about Sam along with all of our kitties available for adoption at tenlives.com.au

Every cat has a story.

Are you part of it? ADOPT DONATE FOSTER VOLUNTEER EDUCATE Ten Lives _ Gazette - 1 Cat 1 Pic Blurb _ ADFVE.indd 1

11/01/2022 2:54:19 PM

AS we begin another year and pack up the Christmas ornaments (the ones that survived anyway), I like to look back on the past year. In working at the shelter I’ve experienced a number of heart-warming moments but there is one that sticks out in my mind of late. When a grey-and-white girl cat named Bubble arrived at Ten Lives Cat Centre we learnt that her only human had recently passed away. The cat had been the loving companion of the man on his property at Geeveston. After his passing, police notified the RSPCA to let them know that the cat was now alone, and their team promptly got to

work in bringing her into care. Fast forward a few days and Bubble was dropped off by the RSPCA team, and was ready for processing by our team here at Ten Lives. As part of the intake process at our Centre, every cat is examined by our Vet Team. On top of a general health check, worming, and flea treatment it was discovered that Bubble had not been microchipped or desexed. She was promptly booked in for surgery and, after recovery, was ready to proceed with placement in our adoption rooms. Then we received a phone call from interstate. It was from a couple who lived in South

Australia, and they had learnt that Bubble was now in care at Ten Lives. They introduced themselves as Steve and Sue and told us that they were friends of Bubble’s owner and had even met her a few years previously on a visit to Tasmania. “We would like to adopt Bubble and take her back to Adelaide with us”, they told us. What a moment. So, it turns out that Bubble wasn’t alone after all! Steve and Sue started the adoption process over the phone and got to work sorting out Bubble’s travel arrangements to her new city. A week or two later, Steve and Sue arrived in Hobart for their friend’s memorial, giving them the opportunity to

visit Ten Lives and be reunited with the little cat they hadn’t seen in years. And, what a reunion it was. Bubble nestled into Steve’s arms as the three of them posed for a photo for me. The warmest of reunions for Steve and Sue, whose friend’s memory will now live on in a grey-andwhite girl named Bubble. The cat courier picked up Bubble and she went on her way to her new home in South Australia. A journey to her new life in the loving care of Steve and Sue in their home in Adelaide. A month later we received an update from Steve and Sue. Bubble had settled into her new life and was learning how to get along with her cat brother Angus.

She had explored the house, found the best windowsills for bird viewing, and claimed her spot on the couch for evening TV watching. “Recently she has been leaping about, chasing imaginary mice, jumping in the air, pouncing at nothing, and stalking a straw our grandchildren were playing with,” Steve told us. Of course, every adoption here at the Centre is special. But some are just that little bit sweeter than others.

a number of our shorebirds and seabirds are now threatened and decreasing in number. Many beach-nesting birds lay their eggs in shallow sand scrapes above the high tide mark from late August to April, which means their nesting season overlaps with our busy beachgoing holiday season. Eggs in these nests can be easily trampled on by beach users, dogs or vehicles. If a parent bird is scared away from its nest by a passer-by or dog, their eggs can bake in the sun or become too cold in cooler weather – it can take only 15 to 20 minutes for the eggs or chicks to perish. Once an egg hatches, if a disturbance occurs,

chicks will run and hide in the dunes until the threat passes. This can prove fatal where a chick is separated from its parents and the safety of its nest. These types of interactions are contributing to a high rate of nest failure, and accelerating the decline of our threatened shorebirds. Therefore, a partnership of organisations including the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service, BirdLife Tasmania, the North East Bioregional Network, Break O’Day Council and NRM North have banded together to help protect these birds. This includes

distributing beachnesting bird brochures to households, erecting signs on beach access tracks, regular and targeted media campaigns, and compliance officers monitoring beach use. Significant penalties can apply to those who do the wrong thing, with maximum court fines of $5,190 for ignoring council dog restrictions or declared prohibited areas, and up to $3,460 for allowing dogs into reserved land which have not been designated for dog use. As we all head out to enjoy the summer break, we all can play a very important part in helping to protect Tasmania’s shorebirds. Small changes to

how we utilise our beaches can make a big difference. Dog owners are asked to please respect the dog zones that apply on beaches, including avoiding dog prohibited areas and keeping dogs on leads in ‘on lead’ areas, as well as walking on the wet sand away from nesting areas. Information as to where dogs are allowed can be found on the Parks Website, www. parks.tas.gov.au or by contacting your local council. With a little help from us all, our shorebirds will have a much better chance of breeding and surviving for our future generations of Tasmanians to also enjoy and appreciate.

Ten Lives Cat Shelter is a self-funded animal charity that relies on donations and volunteers to care for and rehome the unwanted cats and kittens of Tasmania. See how you can get involved: tenlives.com.au

Protecting our shorebirds Jacquie Petrusma, Minister for Parks

TASMANIA’S beaches are not only attractive to people who love the coast and the sea, but also to an amazing variety of beautiful shorebirds. Hooded and redcapped plovers, pied oystercatchers, fairy and little terns all use the state’s beaches for breeding. Migratory shorebirds such as red necked stints, bar-tailed godwits and ruddy turnstones also rely on our coastline during the warmer months before they fly 15,000km to the northern hemisphere to breed. Due to habitat loss and human disturbance,

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 17

At the Apex of painting solutions WHETHER your kid’s bedroom needs a lick of paint, or your whole office block needs a makeover, no job is too big or too small for the team at Apex Painting Solutions. Apex Painting Solutions is a proudly Tasmanianowned and operated professional painting business specialising in residential, commercial and roof painting and decorative epoxy floor coatings. With more than five decades of combined experience in the industry, the fully trained and highly skilled Apex crew have the expertise to do a professional, high-calibre job no matter what your project. Locally registered, fully insured and a member of peak industry body Master Painters Australia, we service all of greater Hobart and have completed projects for more than 500 satisfied clients over the past 12 years. Apex Painting Solutions has earned

and maintained a reputation over the years for our excellent service and dependability. The number of referrals we receive is a testimony to our first-rate work. Why choose Apex Painting Solutions? Top Quality Workmanship • We are resultsdriven and pride ourselves on our attention to detail • We use only the best materials and paints to ensure quality results • We are extremely passionate and take pride in our work • We make sure all our employees are fully trained, licensed and experienced Honesty and Integrity • Customer satisfaction is everything. We offer a breakdown of work timeframes, with clear and transparent communication and excellent customer support throughout your project • We guarantee our

work • We strive to exceed our clients’ expectations Value • When you choose Apex, we make sure you get the best value for money • We complete our work on time and within budget • We not only promise beautiful results but also a safe, carefree painting experience

• Before leaving your house we make sure everything is clean and organised, all furniture is replaced, debris is removed and carpets are vacuumed

For more information about the services Apex Painting Solutions provides, go to www. apexps.com.au. For a fast, free quote phone 0415044006 or email info@apexps.com.au

Above: before and after work by Apex Painting Solutions

Assemblage Curated owner Tanya La Paglia

Assembling a treasure trove of eclectic objects NESTLED in a leafy courtyard behind New Town’s iconic old Post Office building, lies one of the city’s hidden secrets. Head down the laneway next to Dispatch Cafe on New Town Road and you’ll find ‘Assemblage Curated - Art, Design, Home’, a new business in a historic building that has housed everything from bankers to boot makers over the past 130 years. With a background in health, art and business, Tanya La Paglia purchased the property in 2014 and set about creating a diverse space for the community to enjoy, developing a cafe, art and design studio, the Assemblage Boutique

Art Bed & Breakfast accommodation, and Assemblage Curated. Full of exquisite hand-crafted objects from around the world, Assemblage Curated is designed to help people create rooms they never want to leave. “Creating a home interior is a journey of collecting beautiful things that evoke your curiosity and inspire your imagination,” Ms La Paglia said. “At Assemblage Curated, I have collected interesting, eclectic objects that have history or a story, made by Tasmanian artisans and by makers across the globe. “The originality of each piece reflects the inspirations, skills and

labours of its maker.” Assemblage Curated also offers a range of workshops on-site in the rear courtyard or the large, light-filled studio space, which was built in 1923 as a sorting room for the post office. Art workshops are available in techniques including printing, painting, mosaic and textiles; while Design workshops show participants how to reinvent drab or dated household objects – like pots, plates, frames, lamps and furniture – into unique designer features for the home. For more information, or to book accommodation or your spot in a workshop, go to https:// assemblagebandb.com.au

Shop for Unique Gifts & Homewares

Enjoy a Creative Workshop Fully licensed, insured, professional & qualified

Painters

Your local interior and exterior Hobart painter, specializing in epoxy ﬂoor coatings.

Located in the Courtyard (Behind Dispatch Café) T h e O l d N e w To w n P o s t O f f i c e 1 7 6 N e w To w n R o a d , N e w To w n

We can even paint your roof! tanya@assemblagebandb.com.au 0400 814 373

Give us a call on 0415 044 006

or visit us at www.apexps.com.au

https://assemblagebandb.com.au

Post Office 176 and Assemblage B&B

18 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Formplex providing Australian made maintenance-free uPVC weatherboards for every look EVERYONE loves the look of a freshly painted weatherboard home. Whether it’s a traditional or modern look, you can achieve it with Formplex weatherboards. Formplex has the perfect solution for you to enjoy your weatherboard home by using their maintenancefree weatherboard. Since 1981, Formplex have been providing Australian homes with maintenance-free uPVC weather boards, giving homes a traditional-

looking modern makeover without the ongoing maintenance costs and hassles. Whether you’re building a new home, refurbishing a nonbrick home, adding an extension, or just wanting to enhance the street appeal of your existing home, Formplex offers an Australianmade weatherboard designed to withstand Australia’s harsh climate while keeping the iconic look of a timber weatherboard that adapts to modern living

needs. uPVC is fast becoming a building material widely accepted around the world, and is particularly renowned for its performance benefits - making it the perfect lightweight external cladding material. uPVC is also known for providing the highest level of thermal comfort, its insulation properties, and for being extremely durable. The colour of external cladding influences its capacity to absorb or

reflect heat. In most climates, it is preferable to use lighter colours or reflective finishes. Formplex’s palette is aesthetically pleasing and holds the UV stability throughout its life expectancy. You can also add the perfect contrast colour to ensure your home is unique and represents you, by using colour on the non-weatherboard elements of the home or using contrasting trim to set off the main colour. Your colour design

is only limited by your imagination. Formplex’s range of uPVC weatherboards will help insulate your home, saving in energy costs over time. The primary role of cladding is to control the infiltration of weather elements and the egress of water vapour, while providing a durable, aesthetically pleasing appearance. Secondary roles can include sound and thermal insulation, fire resistance, and the capacity for easy

cleaning in dusty, polluted environments. Formplex weatherboards are perfect for renovating tired non-brick homes into a freshly painted weatherboard-cladded abode. They also work perfectly where a multifacade look is desired with stone feature columns or base wall, or combined with a render facade. Formplex boards are perfect for upper storey construction where the owner/builder is seeking

a lightweight option for their project that is not only maintenance-free but will also meet their building costs on the substructure. The company has a building department dedicated to working with home builders and can quote directly from your plans.

Formplex is celebrating its recent expansion into Tasmania with a 12 per cent discount special offer to all readers – Quote TAS22.

MAINTENANCE FREE WEATHERBOARDS

INSULATE & RENOVATE

Call now for a free, no obligation quote

1800 038 145

NEVER PAINT AGAIN

50 YEAR GUARANTEE

WON’T ROT, CHIP OR PEEL

formplex.com.au

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 19

Three generations of Max blind expertise LOCALLY owned and operated family company Max Coombes & Son has been repairing, manufacturing, supplying and installing blinds, awnings and screens in Glenorchy for nearly 60 years. And now a third generation of the Coombes family has taken the reins of the iconic business, and are leading it into the future. Max Coombes & Son Pty Ltd was founded in Glenorchy way back in 1963. When Betty and Max Coombes Snr couldn’t find anyone to repair their blinds, they decided to do it themselves, and began cleaning and repairing Venetians from the family’s Chapel Street home. As company began to grow, Max Snr fell ill and his son Max Jnr left school at age 15 to help out. Max Jnr’s older sister Marlene would drive

him from job to job, while Betty stayed home cleaning and repairing blinds and doing bookwork. Max Jnr soon took over running the business, with his wife Lorna joining him in 1977. Over the next 50-plus years Max and Lorna grew Max Coombes & Son into what it is today, earning a reputation for quality workmanship, reasonable prices and great customer service. The company stands out from its competitors by manufacturing the majority of what it sells from its showroom and factory at 499 Main Road, Glenorchy – a huge range that includes made-to-measure mesh and canvas awnings; security doors and roller shutters; and a variety of Venetian, Roman, roller, day/night, sunscreen and honeycomb blinds. Max and Lorna retired in early 2020 – just

before the COVID pandemic took hold and passed control of the company over to daughter Elisha and son Stewart, who had been around the business their whole lives. “Mum and dad handed it over to us on the first of March 2020 – just as everything was starting to go downhill (with COVID),” Elisha said. “We weren’t sure what was going on or what we were going to do, and didn’t sleep for weeks on end. “But actually it has been really good. We are really grateful to everyone who has been doing home renovations, it has kept our great team busy. “Between people doing home renovations and others building new houses, it just hasn’t stopped.” Elisha said roller blinds are popular with DIY renovators and builders alike, as they are stylish,

Max Coombes & Son co-directors Elisha and Stewart Coombes

affordable and can help with household energy costs. “They’re budgetfriendly, and can really help Insulate your home depending on their colour and how they’re fitted,” she said. “Darker sunscreen blinds attract radiant heat and actually help heat up the house, which is great in winter. “But for a hot summer day you’d look at a

white-backed blockout blind to reflect that radiant heat and keep your house cool. “So there’s many options that we can help you with.” Another increasingly popular option is motorised blinds, which Max Coombes and Son can make and install at your place. “Instead of having everything hardwired in you can now get

rechargeable motors, which means you don’t have to get an electrician in to get your blinds motorised,” Elisha said. “You can connect to Google Home and set up voice commands, or schedule them to go up and down at certain times. “It’s great for security – if you go away for a couple of nights you’re able to put the blinds up and down so it looks like

someone’s home.” To find out more about our products and services, call into our showroom at 499 Main Rd Glenorchy, phone 62727787, or go to www.maxcoombes.com. au Max Coombes & Son can also provide new home builders with cost estimates based on floor plans. Email your plans to sales@maxcoombes. com.au

Factory and Showroom ABN: 46 006 554 732

499 Main Rd, Glenorchy, Tasmania 7010 Ph: (03) 6272 7787 Email: sales@maxcoombes.com.au Web: www.maxcoombes.com.au

MADE TO MEASURE, MADE TO LAST

Products direct from a family owned and operated business for three generations over 55 years. The majority of our products sold are made in our factory in Glenorchy.

Roller Blinds Veri Shades

Sunscreen Blinds Venetian Blinds

Canvas Awnings

Day/Night Blinds

Honeycomb Blinds

Mesh Awnings

Vertical Drapes

Roman Blinds

Roller Shutters

Panel Glides

Security Doors

A FINANCIAL MOMENT

20 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Start 2022 on the front foot

Hank Jongen, General Manager Services Australia

THE start of a new year can be a great time to reset yourself and your finances. Here are some simple things you can do to set yourself up for 2022. First, check and update your Medicare bank details. This may seem obvious, but if you

haven’t told Medicare about your new bank details they aren’t able to pay you the benefits you’re owed. The easiest way to update your bank details is online through your Medicare account linked to myGov, or in the Express Plus Medicare app. Once you’ve given your new bank details, any refunds you’re owed will be paid to you

automatically. Next, in the same vein, check and update your income and asset details with Centrelink. This is something you can do anytime through myGov or the Express Plus Centrelink app. By doing it at the beginning of January, you’ll help ensure you’re paid the right amount of your payment from Centrelink. Third, check for any

lost superannuation. You can search for any lost super with the ATO by logging into your myGov account and clicking on ‘Manage my super.’ If you can’t access ATO online services, you can call them on 132 865. You’ll be asked some questions and will need to give your tax file number, so be ready when you contact the ATO.

Lastly, it’s a good time to check on how your budget is going. A budget is a great way for you to take control of your spending and take advantage of some savings that might become available. An easy place to start is to look at last year’s credit card statements to see where your money is going. The Moneysmart website, moneysmart.

gov.au, gives five steps to create a budget: 1. Record your income – how much is coming in and when. 2. Add up your expenses – the essential items you need to pay for to live. 3. Set your spending limit – the money you have for ‘wants’. 4. Set your savings goal – how much you

want to save. 5. Adjust your budget – it changes as your lifestyle changes. You can also find out more about budgeting on our website, where you’ll find the ‘Simple Money Manager’ tool This helps you see how much money you have coming in and going out. You can find the tool by searching for ‘budget’ on our website, servicesaustralia.gov.au

they said this, I would be thinking, ‘so why don’t you?’ I became a financial planner to help people realise their dreams. The thing about dreams is that they don’t feel real. Those things you desire often seem to be in some far distant future. Today’s you is probably buried in the day-to-day of work, paying the bills, running from commitment to commitment and those dreams seem far away and completely unattainable … BUT they don’t have to be. If you start planning for those wonderful dreams and big goals of yours, they are realistic and achievable. The first part of the plan is to decide which dreams you ‘really’ want. Maybe you can’t do everything, but perhaps you can do more than you think. Prioritise your most important dreams and turn those dreams into a plan. For example, you may dream of retiring

early. Many people do. If you’re pressed for time or money, the concept of early retirement can feel impossible. So, how do you turn that ‘dream’ into a plan? It helps to think about why you want to retire early. Visualise it. Ask yourself some key questions. What will you do in retirement? Do you wish to spend more time with family? Take up a new hobby? Throw yourself into volunteering? Think about what matters most to you, and consider how it might feel to no longer be working and to be doing the things you genuinely enjoy. The more emotionally connected you are to your goal, the more likely it is that you’ll follow through with the necessary steps to get you there. Next, is being more specific. What does ‘early’ mean when it comes to retirement? Think about what age you want to be. Consider how much money you’ll need to live comfortably in

retirement. You may need to do a budget to determine your current spending and then work out how retirement will impact that. Once you have a dollar target and a timeframe for your dream, the next step is to look at your current financial circumstances and work out what needs to change to set you on the path, whether it be for a family holiday or to long-term financial freedom. If your goal is a simple savings goal with a short timeframe, it can be easy to make a plan and stick to it. However, for longerterm goals, especially in more complex areas of investment or retirement, it can be harder to form a plan and stick to it. If you’ve visualised your goal and you understand why it’s important to you, it’s easier to make adjustments to get there. For example, spending less on things that aren’t as important to you so you can prioritise the things that are. Being

more diligent about seeking out the best deals on essentials so you have more for the dreams helps too. Finally, set yourself a ‘deadline’ or a timeline; this gives you an end point, so you don’t feel like you’re making those sacrifices forever. I can appreciate that for those long-term dreams, it can be easy to lose motivation and come off the rails. As someone with a family of my own, I understand that other priorities get in the way. Curve balls and

unexpected costs come along, and it can feel like those dreams drift further away, beyond reach. I believe it’s really important to sit down now and again and reconnect with the dreams that really matter to you. Remind yourself how important they are, and how they connect to what you truly value. If you’re not quite on track, it can be helpful to have someone guide you a little, talk it through, help hold your accountable. “I wish” are the

words that inspired me to become a financial planner. The words that inspire me to keep being one are “I have a plan” or even better, “I did it. I am living my dream”.

From ‘I Wish’ to ‘I Can’ – How to live your best possible life

Isabel Dallas — Isabel Dallas is a Financial Planner with Strategic Invest Blue. As a busy working mum with three sons, she finds it particularly rewarding working closely with families to help them achieve their goals. Here, she shares her insight into the importance of planning when it comes to enjoying financial freedom and living your best possible life.

I WISH. These two simple words are the very reason I became a financial planner. It’s clear that in relation to financial stability and achieving dreams, very few people are living the life they would like to be living. They love the idea of being able to have more family time or paying off the mortgage. For others, the big dream is to retire early or travel more extensively. “I wish,” people would so often say to me when these discussions arose in my former roles in the financial industry. And as

At Strategic Invest Blue, we’re dedicated to providing holistic advice to our clients, be it young families, empty nesters or retirees, so they can live their best possible life. We welcome you to arrange a complimentary consultation to ascertain how we can be of assistance.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 21

Community News

Exercises to help soothe sore knees after hiking Jo Cordell-Cooper SORE knees while hiking is probably one of the most common issues I hear from hikers or people who want to be hikers. This is generally the older hiker who perhaps has a little arthritis creeping in, has some muscle imbalances around the hips and glutes, and is not as fit as they once were. Sore knees are generally worse when descending. This is not surprising when you think of the added gravity of going down. As a younger person I could attest to the fact that getting up going

for a long day hike was something I could do without any injury or pain. However, as an older person, muscle tone must be maintained and improved upon, while imbalances must be addressed to maintain the reality of hiking being an enjoyable and enriching experience. No one enjoys being in pain so here are three exercises that will help you maintain strength and muscle tone to help reduce and alleviate sore knees while hiking. Being stronger is you best weapon to alleviate sore knees while hiking – or doing any other physical activity.

Chefaholic Cooking School and Catering

PADDOCKTO TOPLATE PLATECOOKING COOKINGEXPERIENCE EXPERIENCEFOR ALL AAPADDOCK Chefaholic Cooking School FORALL

A paddock to plate cooking experience for all

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN BREAD Duck à l’orange CHIP ICE-CREAM Ingredients

minutes. Remove from Ingredients • 250ml Pureed • 1 Tbsp olive with oil Grand oven and cover • 1 x 2kg whole duck Ingredients Marnier and cook for a pumpkin (room • 500g plain flour • 150g butter further 5 condensed minutes. temperature) •• 100ml ½ a 397g can sweetened Grand Marnier • 2 tsp dry yeast. milk water 50 mlvinegar warm ••50ml Remove from and • Pepitas andoven sunflower castor sugar all liquid into a •••50g 600ml pot doublestrain cream 1 tsp Salt seeds (optional) pot, add in vinegar, sugar • Juice of 3 oranges Tsp sugar •••61oranges 1 tsp vanilla extract and juice of 3 oranges and reduce until a nice • 180g Chocolate Chips consistency. Method Method

Exercise one – Sit to stand – reduce sore knees with strong thigh muscles: With a chair behind you, sit and stand. Control the down – no plonking. This will build up your thigh strength. Feet are shoulder width apart. Do 10-15, build this to 25 and then add a light backpack. Exercise two – Step ups/step downs – reduce sore knees by moving with control and balance: Using a set of stairs, stand side-on, left foot on the stair, and step up and down 10-15 times by bending the left knee. Turn around and repeat with the right foot on the step. No plonking – do this with control and maintain your balance, with hips level. This exercise strengthens glutes, thighs and hip flexors. If you can do this with control, you’ll be amazed at the reduction of knee pain. You can repeat this exercise facing forward, stepping back (with control and balance). Do 10-15 on each leg. Exercise three – Thrusters - reduce sore knees with strong glutes: Lay on your back, bend your knees, heels as close to your butt as your sore knees will allow. Lift and lower your glutes so that your butt muscles squeeze and contract. Once again, lift and

Apple cider vinegar a daily dose of wellness

lower with control – no plonking. Do 10-25, building up as your strength improves. Other ways to support your sore knees: Use of hiking poles can help you maintain balance and keep your knees aligned as you descend or go over uneven ground. Uneven ground can create subtle twists to the knee, ankle and hips that can bring on joint soreness, so consider hiking poles if this sounds like you. Additionally, you might consider a knee brace, but I would only do this if you have improved your muscle strength first, otherwise you may be weakening all the little supporting muscles that keep your joints stable. If your knees have just started to become sore, get them checked out by a physio to ensure you are clear about what the problem is. Mostly though, the benefit of a progressive and functional strengthen program will improve your sore knees and ability to enjoy hiking for many years to come. For an extended version of this article and more strengthening exercises, visit https:// jocc.com.au/sore-kneeswhile-hiking. Make contact with Jo Cordell-Cooper on 0409 862 206 should you need a more tailored approach.

and it’s such a simple routine to adopt - and one that, unlike other New Year’s Resolutions, you can easily maintain. Getting your daily dose of ACV has traditionally involved mixing it with warm water and sometimes a dash of honey, to be consumed in the morning or before a meal. Luckily these days there are also convenient, ready-to-drink options that provide a full tablespoon of ACV in great tasting formats. Apple Cider Vinegar is known to help with: • Gut health and Digestion ACV is a great prebiotic that supports the good bacteria guarding our gut. The alkalising properties also help regulate the stomachs acid and assists with bloating and digestion. • Heart Heath ACV helps to lower bad cholesterol and boost good cholesterol. • Blood Sugars and Insulin resistance ACV assists the body’s insulin to break down sugars

Caroline Chang* IMPROVING our health is one of the most common resolutions we all make. Often this includes starting strenuous exercise routines or following the latest and often complicated diet trends. But sometimes it’s the simple things we can all do and the things that are tried and true that can have the most impact. This is the case for a daily dose of Apple Cider Vinegar. Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) has been around for centuries. Back around 400 BC the father of all medicine, the Greek physician Hippocrates, was known to prescribe ACV for a wide range of ailments. The Romans drank it as a tonic and used it to heal wounds. ACV is one of the oldest and most highly regarded remedies that has been used for generations. More recently the widely held views on the benefits of ACV have been supported by numerous scientific studies that confirm its benefits. The role a healthy gut plays is becoming more important in our overall wellbeing, and the role ACV can have on our gut and overall health is well documented. A daily dose of ACV provides so many benefits

more efficiently and help prevent Insulin Resistance which is an early marker for diabetes, obesity, fatty liver and inflammatory disease. • Weight management The impact ACV has on our blood sugars aids weight management by using up stored glucose and burning fat cells for energy. The acetic acid also helps to reduce sugar cravings. • Immunity The acetic acid in ACV targets bacteria and helps reduce inflammation.

*Caroline has seen firsthand the benefits ACV has had on her own health, and created Caroline’s Drinks to help make the healing properties of a daily dose of ACV more accessible and convenient. Her range of great tasting, sugar-free beverages are now available in Tasmania and not only contain 1.5 Tbsp of organic ACV but also 600 million live probiotics from six different strains.

delicious, live cultured sparkling drinks with organic apple cider vinegar loaded with 6 probiotic strains and 600 million live cultures

1. To and make will need a cup Clean patpumpkin dry duck,puree you Meanwhile peel andofcut

and enough water cover heatchopped butter inpumpkin fry pan large oranges and to prep withit.no Method Either theand stove top in a saucepan or place in enough toboil holdon duck skin or seed. When sauce is 1.fry duck the condensed cream and vanilla into a for approximately aPut microwave on highmilk, for 8nearly to 10 ready mins. add segments 5 minutes. large bowl. Beat with an to electric whisk until sauce and warm - thick do not 2. When the pumpkin is soft use a blender to process quite stiff,toa cool. bit like clotted cream. Fold in the let oranges break down. it.and Stand aside Place duck in oven for chocolate chips. intowith a freezer container *These next steps canScrape be done a bread maker on approximately 45 minutes Carvecling duckfilm andand cover or setting. a large loafastin, freeze dough on 180°C basting youcover go. with with sauce and arrange solid. TurnInuntil heat down to 160°C 3. a bowl place the 50 ml segments. warm water, sugar and cook for also a further 30and setberries yor! together. Mix aside until frothy, 2.andyeast You can add chopped and E other njofruits about 10 mins. when you add the chocolate if you wish.

probiotics & prebiotics

no sugar

under 9 calories

live mother culture

tastes delicious!

1.5 tbsp apple cider vinegar

vegan

600m live probiotics

4. In a larger bowl place the flour and salt. Make a well For further information please contact: in the centre and put in olive oil, cooled pumpkin

E: chefaholic.tas@gmail.com puree and the yeast mix. Mix together and turn out P: 0407 720bench or 0448 367 for 10 mins, if onto 175 a floured top 820 and knead www.chefaholiccookingschool.com dough is sticky add a bit more flour. Set aside for

For further information contact: half an hour or until doubledplease in size. Knead again for 10 mins and set aside for another half an hour. E: chefaholic.tas@gmail.com When dough again P:5.0407 175 720has orrisen 0448 820flatten 367 out slightly and sprinkle pepitas and sunflower seeds onto www.chefaholiccookingschool.com

the dough. Form into the shape of loaf you want, containing the seeds on the inside.

6. Set aside again to rise for 40 mins. 7. Set oven to 195oC

www.carolinesdrinks.com.au

bottled in tassie

22 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Your Path to Health Allied Health Clinics Rehabilitation - Exercise - Sports Injuries

Exercise Physiology Physiotherapy Dietetics Osteopathy Seniors Classes

Finding your path to health YOUR Path to Health is providing the Glenorchy community with a pathway to a healthier lifestyle with their array of group and individual services. Located at Derwent Park and Rosny, Your Path to Health started 10 years ago providing exercise advice to people suffering chronic disease and injury. Since then, it has evolved to cover more areas of physical therapy and now offers services in exercise physiology, physiotherapy, dietetics and osteopathy. Director and exercise physiologist Jess Pearce said Your Path to Health offers group and individual programs in a friendly and supportive environment that makes people feel safe and positive. “Everyone’s busy these days, so having a convenient location

where you can have everything easy to reach in one location allows people to feel like looking after health is easier,” she said. Programs include group fitness, seniors, post-natal and type 2 diabetes group classes; Lungs in Action sessions for people with chronic heart and lung conditions; and NDIS programs. Ms Pearce said the team at Your Path to Health were passionate and had a wealth of experience. “We’ve got a team of four exercise physiologists ranging in their interest areas, as well as three physios who are all extremely experienced in different areas,” she said. Ms Pearce said it was important people followed a structure when exercising. “When incorporating

exercise into your lifestyle consistency is key, so it’s really about finding a form of physical exercise you’re interested in and a time of day that suits you,” she said. “We create our programs around what people need and make sure they’re financially viable so people can get those long-term benefits from them. “It’s also really important for the elderly population to realise that they can still exercise safely and continue to move to maintain their independence and quality of life.” Your Path to Health is located at 1/254 Main Road in Derwent Park and 1/17 Bayfield Street in Rosny Park. For more information, visit www. yourpathtohealth.com. au or email admin@ yourpathtohealth.com.au

Earwax micro-suction is an essential part of caring for your hearing aids WHEN you are a hearing aid wearer, there is nothing worse than showing up to your hearing clinic for testing or adjustments to your hearing aids only to be told that your ears are full of wax. This usually means an additional trip to an earwax removal clinic before things with your hearing can be sorted out. These types of delays can be avoided at Ability Hearing and Balance, where they provide a regular visiting service to the Glenorchy Medical Centre. Prior to testing your hearing, Ability Hearing and Balance not only

checks your ears for wax but also provides earwax suction if needed. This ensures that when a hearing loss is found, they are confident that it is not caused by ear wax. Ability Hearing and Balance audiologists have been removing earwax for more than 20 years. With the recent advances in suction technology, earwax removal is now quick and comfortable for patients. Earwax blockages can result in muffled hearing, pain, itchiness, or tinnitus. Occasionally, it can also make you feel dizzy. If you are a hearing aid wearer, it is super important to keep your

ears clear from wax. Earwax causes hearing aids to feedback and produce that annoying whistle which can interfere with your hearing. Not only will the Ability Hearing and Balance audiologists remove the earwax from your ears, they will also advise you on the best management plan to keep your ears healthy so they don’t block up again. Health fund rebates and Pensioner discounts apply. Tasmanian DVA Gold Card holders can access earwax suction for free. To make a booking, phone 1300 327 776.

Blocked Ears... Earwax Microsuction at Glenorchy Medical Centre Wax Removal & Hearing Test under the one roof!

Earwax is one of the most common causes of reversible hearing loss! Stock Limited. Only 10 Devices available!

Mr Nick Modrovich, Audiologist

GLENORCHY ROSNY PARK NORTH HOBART KINGSTON LAUNCESTON

20 years of experience Gentle & Effective Earwax Suction - Booking essential Proudly Tasmanian! Health fund Rebates & Pension Discounts CALL 1300 327 776 5 Star Reviews FREE Wax Removal for DVA Gold card holders www.abilityhearing.com.au

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 23

The power of taking a mindful break Melissa Howden, Mountain Mindfulness founder

I WONDER if, like me, you have noticed the level of fear and anxiety rising both in yourself and the community as we move into the third year of living with the COVID-19 pandemic. Every time we turn on television, radio, or talk to our friends and colleagues, there it is – the constant, ongoing, background of anxious worrying. This takes a toll on our health and wellbeing. Chronic stress has been shown to impact our sleep, relationships

and blood pressure, as well as our mental and emotional health. If you are feeling overwhelmed, let me show you how some simple lifestyle tweaks can provide some relief and help you regain your own personal balance, mentally and physically, in these troubled times. 1. Take a break from the news – choose how often you check in with what’s happening and limit it to just once or twice a day. 2. Exercise – make sure you get out under the sky for at least 30 minutes a day and get the heart

pumping. 3. Prioritise wellbeing for yourself and family in terms of diet, having fun, and choosing to watch shows that are uplifting, humorous and/or educational. 4. Count your blessings as you go to sleep. 5. Stretch your body – stretching stimulates the relaxation response, releasing the hormones responsible for lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and making us feel good, which promotes immunity, good digestion and sound sleep.

6. Join a yoga or meditation class, and learn how to calm your mind and experience the benefits that come from living more in the present moment. 7. Make a routine for yourself, especially if you are isolating at home – there is a tendency to stay up late and get up late. Rather, try to fall in with the rhythm of nature and catch the sleep wave before 10pm. 8. Create a sanctuary in your home of beauty, especially in the evenings – soft light, wonderful music,

an oil burner. 9. Check in with others in your life – we know that there’s nothing like caring for others to help us to forget about our own problems. 10. I’d love to know what your number 10 is. If you would like to try a yoga and/or mindfulness class, a new term begins Tuesday 8 February at Mount Stuart Hall. For more information, visit www. mountainmindfulness. com.au or email contact@ mountainmindfulness. com.au

Mountain Mindfulness founder Melissa Howden

ROS BIGWOOD 5 Star Weight Management Program A simple basic easy plan with group support for your weight loss needs. Sunshine Home Howrah, Guide Hall - Saturday 9am Cost $15.00 per week and package deal 5 weeks for $65.00

Enquiries to Ros Bigwood rbig2712@bigpond.net.au or 0419 381 336 DISTRIBUTORS WANTED EARN EXTRA CASH IN YOUR LOCAL AREA! Are you interested in delivering newspapers and catalogues to household letterboxes in your area? SCAN THE QR CODE TO LEARN MORE

Advice from Continence and Women’s Health Physio on the pelvic floor AUSTRALIAN Physiotherapy Association titled Continence and Women’s Health physio Rachel Andrew has been a physio for 20 years and has worked in women’s health for 10 years. Ms Andrew transitioned from working as a neurological rehabilitation physio to women’s health after she had some clients who were recovering from pelvic injuries and had bladder or bowel issues

come to her for advice. “I wasn’t sure what to suggest, but then I went down the rabbit hole of research and started my Masters degree,” Ms Andrews said. “Women’s health physiotherapy is an underused area of health – you don’t need a referral and sometimes we can help symptoms improve or fully resolve them while you are waiting to see a specialist. “At Tasmanian Obstetrics and

Gynaecology Specialists (TasOGS) we treat incontinence, prolapse, bladder and bowels, and persistent pelvic pain – which includes period pain, pain with sex, bladder pain, pain emptying your bowels, sitting pain and all of the above. “We also see women in pregnancy and after birth to help with recovery and return to fitness and life. “Women are not taught their anatomy from an

early age. This means that our brain doesn’t really understand what is going on all the time and where pain and discomfort is. “For good bladder and bowel habits I recommend drinking 1.5-2 litres of water a day, no more than two to three caffeine drinks, and eating plenty of fruit and veggies. “When it comes to the pelvic floor, strength is as important as flexibility. “Do not practice on

the toilet by actually stopping a wee. “If you feel like you can’t work the muscles, you are not alone – about 60 per cent of women are unsure of what they are doing. “If you are not having any issues with leakage, dashing to the toilet, pain, painful sex or heaviness or bulge (prolapse) then you are probably doing fine. “If you are at all worried, come in and have a check-up.”

www.deliverfordollars.com.au

Chris

One of the most trusted agents in real estate. He is hardworking and dedicated to going the extra mile for his clients. Call him today for a noobligation market appraisal.

Chris Hills Property Representative M 0401 573 697 P 6273 3500

339 Main Road, Glenorchy signature.harcourts.com.au

Signature

24 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Community News

Community Calendar

Contact secretary on 6118 2376.

ATHLETICS FOR MASTERS Track and field athletics at the Domain Athletic Centre for the over 30s from October to March. For more information, visit www. tasmastersathletics.org.au, phone 0402 314 079, or email tasmasterssec@gmail.com.

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.

CLAREMONT COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Claremont Community Library’s last opening day for the year will be on Saturday December 18. The library will then close for the Christmas/New Year break and re-open on Tuesday 18 January 2022. 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.

DANCING Looking for dance partner, female needed aged 35-45 for lessons and socials in Ballroom, Salsa and Tango. For more information, phone 0412 699 748.

FITNESS All About Fitness is hosting monthly informal get togethers to help the community be better informed on current issues regarding health. The next session will be on Thursday 24 February at the Montrose Bay Yacht Club from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Presenter will be Chando Steiner who has more than 25 years experience as an Osteopath. Cost is a gold coin donation, with a cuppa supplied. For more information or to book, email paul@allaboutfitness.net.au or phone 0417 836 988.

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.

Blissenden Lawyers

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.

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 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.

JUST US (SENIORS) Sing for fun. Small group rehearsing Friday mornings at private home from 10am to noon. Sharing our enjoyment while performing for the senior community on the Eastern and Western Shores. New members welcome. For more information, phone 6243 5930 or 6249 8168.

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, Beginner 10-11am ($3), Improver 1111:30am ($2). Thursdays, Beginner 9:3010:25am ($3), Beginner 10:35-11:30am ($3), Improver 11:30-noon ($2). Saturdays, Beginner 1:30-2:30pm ($3). First time dancers are welcome at any Beginner class. Emphasis on having fun. 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.

MOCO DRAGON BOAT CLUB MoCo (Montrose Community) Club is located at Montrose Bay. Free come and try sessions are available with qualified coaches and all equipment is supplied. Come and learn a new sport and get fit at the same time. Everyone over 12 years of age is welcome. For more information, phone Mark Dwyer on 0418 138 805. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BL North of Creek Road THE PROFESSIONAL LEGAL SUPPORT YOU NEED WHEN BUYING OR SELLING PROPERTY Buying and selling property is one of the most important transactions you may ever make. Blissenden Lawyers provide the professional legal support you need. All at a fixed cost Call us today

(03)6272 7766

ncr@blissendenlawyers.com.au

www.blissendenlawyers.com.au

If you would like to inform the community of any events you have coming up in the Community Calendar, contact editorial@glenorchygazette.com.au.

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 25

Garry Underwood’s

Brent St Automotive servicing centre

Servicing & Repairs to all Cars, 4WD’s, Commercials, Campervan’s, Caravan’s & Trailers • • • • •

• • • • •

New Car - Log Book Servicing New Car - Log Book Servicing Brake & Clutch Repairs - CVs Brake & Clutch Repairs - CV’s Exhaust Standard - Sports Exhaust Standard - Sports EFI Servicing and Tuning EFI Servicing and Tuning Air Conditioning Service & Repair

Airno.Conditioning (Auth. AU45100)

Service & Repair Rentals Flat Tray Ute’s | Van | Mini Bus | Cars Approved Inspection Station, Over 40 years Experience, TACC Recommended Repairer

MINI BUS RENTALS

‘12 seaters’ - 4 cylinder Car licence required to drive Also Flat Tray Utes Cars • Wagons • Vans

VISIT OUR NEW SHOWROOM IN BERRIEDALE PHONE KERRY GLEESON 0400 779 563

Brent Auto Rent 10a Brent Street, Glenorchy

03 6272 5911 or 0419-339-707

Your windows can be delivered on time even at short notice! ContaCt Kerry or Ben who will give you a guaranteed delivery date saving you time and money.

6272 5911

10A Brent Street, Glenorchy

BIRD & EMBER PROOF GUTTER GUARD

15% DISCOUNT NOW AVAILABLE

100% TASMANIAN OWNED, GUTTER PROTECTION PROFESSIONALS - Gutter replacements - Colorbond fascia covers - PVC downpipes

Experienced professional, local service FREE no obligation quote

6239 6615 | 0428 293 619 msmi5860@bigpond.net.au

GUTTER PROTECTION SOLUTIONS

• • • • • • •

Woodheating Specialists Flue and Chimney Cleans Safety Checks Re-flues and Installations Replacement parts Sales of new heaters Fully insured and all work completed to Australian Standards

0407 040 641

TASMADE WINDOW REPLACEMENTS

Vacuum Cleaning Gutters Solar Panel Cleans Bird Proofing Gutter Guard Installation

You get me and a truck from $30!

Full Insured

For pickup / deliveries / tip runs and small moves state wide call Troy and Bec on

0400 959 242

Height Safety Certified

0407 848 120

tasmania@guttervac.com.au

LOUIS FENCING SERVICE Hobart area. Phone: 0488 247 492

Call now for a free quote

SOOTHING YOGA & MEDITATION IN MOONAH

Classes & 1:1 Personal Programs Improve your health, physically, mentally, emotionally. Yoga postures build flexibility, balance, core strength. Meditation and Yoga Nidra for Relaxation. Monday 10am and Mondays & Wednesdays 5.30pm Margaret 0428 252 560 Facebook/Soothing Yoga

E hobart@littlegreentruck.com.au W www.littlegreentruck.com.au

We’ll help you find the floor you’ve been searching for.

carpet timber bamboo luxury vinyl laminate tiles rugs

Choices Flooring by Advance 6228 2925 34 Albert Road, Moonah

choicesflooring.com.au

Single & Double Glazing Aluminium Windows and Doors Supplied and fitted Fly and Security Screening Porch Enclosures

Professional ● Fully Insured ● 40+ years experience

0403 537 937

6272 8416 ● 7 DAYS ●

Published quarterly in the Glenorchy Gazette, Hobart Observer and the Eastern Shore Sun papers . To advertise in the ‘Trades, Services & Classifieds’ section, contact: justine. brazil@corcomms.com.au

26 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Sport

Local athlete Lewis Taylor pictured (above and left) on kunanyi, before embarking on his mountain-climbing mission

Abel Lewis climbs for Cancer Council Providing support for Tasmanians living with disability and mental illness for 45 years. Community Access Supported Independent Living (SIL) Short Term Accommodation (STA) Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Child, Youth, & Families

Enquire about support or current vacancies: Call (03) 6228 9099 Visit langford.org.au

• • • • • • • • • •

SPECIALISING SPECIALISING IN IN ALL ALL YOUR YOUR DENTURE DENTURE CARE CARE NEEDS NEEDS

DVA and PENSIONERS welcome DVA and PENSIONERS welcome Comfortable natural looking dentures Comfortable natural looking dentures flexible metal free partial dentures flexible metal free partial dentures affordable IMPLANT retained dentures affordable IMPLANT retained dentures Same day repairs, relines Same day repairs, relines CALL 6272 0544 NOW TO CALL 6272 0544 NOW TO BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION! BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION!

Now in two great locations: 118 Main Road Moonah Now in two greataddress locations: 118 Main Road Moonah and city available by request and city address available by request

TASMANIAN Lewis Taylor has begun his journey to climb 158 abels – mountains that are more than 1,100m high – in 158 days to raise $158,000 for Cancer Council Tasmania. Mr Taylor was inspired to undertake the challenge after witnessing his mother’s battle with cancer, and wanted to use his love of nature to help other Tasmanians who have been affected by the disease. “I first thought I might hike around the state for a year and promote Tasmanian businesses,” he said. “But while I was planning that, my mum’s breast cancer returned after she was six years recovered.

“Apart from being by her side, I began to think about how I could turn this into a fundraiser for cancer.” While his mother has now fully recovered again, Mr Taylor said cancer was an important topic to discuss within the community to help raise awareness. “The journey I’ve had through my family, through my mum, has really opened me up to the fact that when cancer enters people’s lives it’s really new and there’s avenues that people may not know how to navigate,” he said. “Cancer Council Tasmania do an amazing job. Whether it’s through diagnosis, treatment or post-treatment, they’re still there to be a support

network, a community and a home for anyone who has been touched by cancer.” Mr Taylor’s 158 Abels Challenge began on 4 January and will finish on his thirtieth birthday, 10 June, on Mount Wellington/kunanyi. He plans to climb two or three mountains on some days, taking at least one day off each week until June. “The longest multi-day walk I’ve been on is six days and the longest one I’ll be going on is probably 12 days offtrack,” he said. “It’s about challenging myself, but I’ve done the precautionary research and talked to really experienced people who have guided me along the way.” Cancer Council

Tasmania chief executive officer Penny Egan said Mr Taylor’s dedication and contribution to raise much-needed funds was extraordinary. “This is just another example of how everyday Tasmanians, affected by cancer, reach out to help others,” she said. “Every Tasmanian has a cancer story – for many of us, we have multiple stories.” Mr Taylor will also open the Hobart Relay For Life at the Domain on 26 March, walking 158 laps of the oval – the equivalent of a marathon and a half – in addition to his 158 Abels challenge. For more information on Mr Taylor’s fundraiser or to donate, visit www.158challenge.com

Sporting clubs to receive financial boost A TOTAL of 36 Tasmanian sporting organisations are set to receive a financial boost in an effort to develop and grow the state’s sport and recreation sector and get more people involved in sport. As part of the Tasmanian Government’s Sport and Recreation State Grants Program, grants of up to $60,000 will be provided to individual sporting organisations, totalling $1.15 million. Included in the funding are grants for Bowls Tasmania, the Tasmanian Little Athletics Association, Special Olympics Australia, Basketball Tasmania Incorporated, and the Tasmanian

Branch of Royal Life Saving Society Australia. Minister for Sport and Recreation Jane Howlett said the organisations receiving funding have more than 90,000 total registered members in Tasmania and represent a workforce of more than 15,000 coaches and officials. “These vital funds will help to increase the capacity of state sporting organisations, state disability sporting organisations, state sector service providers and state active recreation providers to administer, develop and grow their sport in Tasmania,” she said. “Our Government recognises the power of sport and the role

that local clubs play in engaging people from all parts of the community and fostering community connections, by providing places to be social, active and develop skills and values.” In addition, a further 40 organisations from across Tasmania are set to share in more than $1.5 million in funding from the government’s 2021-22 Improving the Playing Field Grants Program (Small Grants). This funding includes $40,000 for lighting upgrades at the Domain Tennis Centre, and $49,000 for improved disability access and extra seating for the Glenorchy Basketball

Association. “The Improving the Playing Field Grants Program recognises the importance of sport and recreation to Tasmanian communities, and is also providing assistance in supporting the building and construction industry and local jobs,” Ms Howlett said. “We want more Tasmanians to get involved in physical activity, no matter what their age, their circumstance or their background.” For a full list of the successful applications for the Sport and Recreation State Grants Program, visit www. communities.tas.gov.au/ csr/sportrec/funding_ grants/state_grants

Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022 27

ROTARIANS RARIN’ TO TEE OFF Michael Quinn from the Rotary Club of Glenorchy and Gaye Fernyhough from the Claremont branch check out the Claremont Golf Club ahead of next month’s AGFR tournament

UP to 100 golfing Rotarians from across Australia will converge on Claremont in March for a popular and longrunning national golf tournament. The Australian Golfing Fellowship of Rotarians (AGFR) will hold its 44th annual tournament on the picturesque Claremont Golf Club course between 27 March and 1 April, with interstate Rotarians flying

in to join locals for a week of fun, fellowship and golf. The Rotary Clubs of Claremont and Glenorchy are jointly hosting the event, which follows on from a successful AGFR tournament held at Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast last May. In existence for more than 40 years, the Australian Golfing Fellowship of Rotarians

is one of many fellowships within the Rotary organisation. Australians had been competing in International Golfing Federation of Rotarians tournaments overseas since in 1967, but it was not until 1976 that a group attending an IGFR tournament in Hawaii decided to officially form the Australian Golfing Fellowship of Rotarians. The first AGFR

tournament was held in 1979 at the Peninsula Golf Club in Victoria, with 88 Rotarians from across the country taking part. Now members meet annually for a tournament in a town or city somewhere in Australia, rotating on a state-by-state basis each year. About 100 Rotarians generally attend, including 20-30 non-

playing partners who enjoy tours arranged by the hosting Rotary Club while their partners endure the trials and tribulations of the golf course. The host Clubs for each AGFR tournament nominate a local charity as their major beneficiary from funds raised at the event. The beneficiary from the upcoming tournament will be

Technical Aid for the Disadvantaged (TADTas), a volunteerbased organisation helping people with disability or mobility difficulties maintain their independence. AGFR events also raise funds for the John Hood Memorial Scholarship, an award for apprentice greenkeepers aged 2029 valued at $5,000. The winner is

enrolled for 12 months in the Agricultural and Horticultural Intern program at Ohio State University in the US. The program combines university studies with paid practical work at some of the country’s finest golf courses. To register to play in the Claremont tournament, sponsor the event, or learn more about the AGFR, go to www.agfr.org

WHY MOVE? WHY MOVE?

WHY MOVE?

Future proof your home with a stairlift from the specialists:

Future proof your home with a stairlift from the specialists: Future proof your home with a stairlift:

INDEPENDENT LIVING Tasmania’s only stairlift specialist + MOBILITY

Personal service and easy off street parking Cnr Sunderland & Derwent Park Moonah 53 Sunderland StSt(Crn Derwent Park Rd)Rd Moonah Ph (03) 6273 8300

info@mobility4all.com.au

P: 1300 919 406 or 6272 2966

www.mobility4all.com.au E: info@stairlifttasmania.com.au 23 Derwent Park Rd, W: stairlifttasmania.com.au DERWENT PARK

Indoor and outdoor, straight and curved.

Indoor and outdoor, straight and curved. • Indoor and Outdoor, Straight and Curved Statewide installation Statewide installation and service. • Tasmania’s Statewide installation andservice. service onlyand stairlift specialist • Check out our display at Mobility4All, 53 Sunderland Checkout our displays at: Checkout our displays at: Contact us for a quote today: St (Cnr Derwent Park Rd), Derwent Park The Independent Living Centre, The Independent Living Centre,

275 Wellington Street, South Launceston

STAIRLIFT SALES TASMANIA

E: info@stairlifttasmania.com.au Mobility4all, 53 Sunderland Street Mobility4all, 53 Sunderland Tasmania’s only stairlift Street specialist Straight Curved (Cnr Derwent •Park Road), Derwent Park (Cnr Derwent Park Park P:W: 1300stairlifttasmania.com.au 919 406 (localRoad), call cost) orDerwent (03) 6272 2966 • E: info@stairliftsalestasmania.com.au W: www.stairliftsalestasmania.com.au

Stra

28 Glenorchy Gazette FEBRUARY 2022

Glenorchy Gazette February 2022

Articles inside

HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

FINANCE

HOBART FM 96.1 RADIO GUIDE

SPORT

PET TALK