Glenorchy Gazette October 2022

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Long-time Moonah resident Dulcie Coulson has celebrated her 100th birthday, surrounded by friends and family – and says her decades spent on the dancefloor are the reason she still has “good legs” to this day.

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100-year-old Dulcie Coulson of Moonah with her letter from the Queen. Photo credit: Mackenzie Archer

Cadbury’s sweet new wrappers

IN a world-first for chocolate maker

Cadbury, the iconic Cadbury Dairy Milk, Caramilk and Old Gold family blocks range will now come wrapped in 30 per cent recycled plastic as the company embraces emerging advanced recycling technology.

The first Cadbury family blocks to include recycled soft plastic in their packaging are being produced in the Cadbury factory at Claremont, and started being delivered to major retailers and supermarkets across

Australia last week.

Traditionally a single-use material for food grade packaging, the switch to sourcing recycled plastics will see more than 120 tonnes of packaging waste diverted from landfill.

While the new packaging is more sustainable it looks and feels the same, carrying Cadbury’s iconic purple colours and distinctive markers and preserving the chocolate’s taste, texture and shape.

Chocolate lovers will however notice a new on-pack QR code, leading them to more

information on the packaging innovation and how Cadbury is supporting a circular economy for packaging.

Visiting Australia for the first time in four years, Mondelēz International CEO Dirk Van de Put said the country was leading the way in finding solutions for packaging waste.

“Until recently, soft plastic packaging has been considered a single-use material,” he said.

“The development of advanced recycling technology and our significant investment

in recycled soft plastic means it’s now possible for Cadbury fans to enjoy their favourite treats more sustainably here in Australia.

“Today marks a significant step in our journey, saving 120 tonnes of plastic from going to landfill. Most excitingly, this is just the beginning of our journey to use more recycled plastic in our packaging.

“We’re committed to using more recycled plastic in our packaging in the coming years, as access and availability of advanced recycling technology increases.”

Drivers called to obey roadwork speed limits

GLENORCHY council workers are urging motorists to obey roadwork speed limits to help prevent easily avoidable accidents.

Council workers have told of terrifying near misses in recent weeks where motorists have blatantly ignored roadwork speed limits and placed their safety at risk.

In one instance, a speeding car missed a council employee by just centimetres as it failed to slow in the vicinity of a worker conducting maintenance on a wall.

Another motorist sped through an area where asphalt patching work was being done, narrowly missing a worker operating a stop/ slow sign after rounding a corner well above the roadwork speed limit.

“I’d say they assumed there was no work underway as they couldn’t see the area that was being patched as they entered the controlled area,” a council spokesman said.

“It wasn’t until they came flying around a corner, they realised there was active work,

and only just missed the worker as they hit the brakes.”

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said the onus was on motorists to obey posted speed signs.

“Whether or not you think there’s active work occurring or not is irrelevant – the speed limits are there to protect workers whose job it is to maintain our infrastructure,” she said.

“When you see signs indicating roadworks ahead, please slow down.

The safety of our road and maintenance crews hinges on you doing the

right thing.

“Our workers have a right to be able to come to work and go home again at the end of their shift – ending up injured or worse because someone couldn’t be bothered slowing down in a roadwork zone is an outcome no-one wants to contemplate.

“We want our community to be a safe place for everybody, and I would urge all road users to think about the safety of others and obey traffic directions, especially where our road crews are working.”

Bec Thomas, Glenorchy Mayor

HI everyone, I hope you’re all keeping well through this everchanging spring weather. I warmly welcome daylight savings and I hope it gives you an extra spring in your step as we march into summer.

Speaking of seasons, it’s once again election season in Glenorchy, as I’m sure you’re aware having seen election posters popping up around the municipality.

Candidates for the 2022 Local Government elections were announced on 20 September and ballot papers arrive in your letterbox between 3-7 October.

You will be forgiven for having election fatigue, having been through House of Assembly, Federal and Legislative Council elections and a Glenorchy City Council by-election in the past 18 months.

However, voting is now compulsory and electing the right people to represent us is crucial to the ongoing stability and functioning of your Council.

In Glenorchy, there are 24 candidates to fill 10 positions of Aldermen, six for Mayor and seven for Deputy Mayor.

I am pleased to see so many people putting their hand up to represent our community. It takes courage and effort to put yourself out there and I wish all candidates a fair and enjoyable campaign.

I’ll be doing my homework to help determine how I vote, considering what each of the candidates has to offer. I encourage you to consider what you are looking for in your representatives and talk to candidates and others in the community to help inform who you choose to vote for too.

Ballot papers must be returned by 2pm on Tuesday 25 October. To make sure your vote is received in time to be counted and to avoid a fine, please get your ballot paper in the post box by Wednesday 19 October or hand deliver it to Council by 2pm on 25 October.

I have faith in you, the people of Glenorchy, to make the right decisions for our community.

An election means the term of the current Council comes to a close, and I take this opportunity to thank all other 11 people who served alongside me on Council during the 2018–2022 term, as well as the council staff who supported us during this time.

I appreciate and admire the courage and commitment of

my fellow Aldermen in serving our community, and note particular thanks to those not recontesting this election – Simon Fraser, Gaye Richardson, Melissa Carlton, Peter Bull and Angela Ryan.

This term has involved a significant journey of rebuilding the stability of the organisation and trust and faith of the community and I am proud of what we have achieved as a Council.

I am pleased to report I recently received correspondence noting the completion of the requirements under the Ministerial Directions issued by the Minister for Local Government in 2018 following the $1m Board of Inquiry investigation.

In terms of financial performance, our 2021/22 unaudited result is looking a lot brighter than anticipated, at around a $2m surplus – a significant turnaround from the deficits of the past.

With sound governance and our books back on track, we’re well placed to deliver for the people.

Our future is bright, Glenorchy.

Cadbury employees Marie McCreghan, Jamie Salter and Brittany Hart with the new sustainable packaging

New citizens say g’day

MORE than 70 people were welcomed as Australian citizens last month at a ceremony held by the Glenorchy City Council.

The new citizens originally came from 24 different countries around the world including Afghanistan, Bhutan, Greece, Nepal,

Indonesia and Italy.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said she was honoured that the new citizens had decided to make Glenorchy their home and share their stories, experiences and culture.

“The Glenorchy municipality prides itself on its cultural diversity

and celebration of cultural expression, with one in five people in the city born overseas,” Mayor Thomas said.

“We celebrated National Citizenship Day in September which was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the meaning and importance of

Australian citizenship and the privileges and responsibilities we share as Australians.”

The council holds four or five citizenship ceremonies each year, with between 6080 conferees at each ceremony. For more information phone the council on 6216 6800.

Diwali lights up city

ALL members of the Tasmanian community will be able to experience the rich traditions and cultures of India when the colourful annual Diwali Festival lights up Hobart this month.

A major global holiday that promotes friendship and harmony, Diwali (also known as the Festival of Lights) is celebrated around the world including here in Hobart, where crowds of 5000-plus gather annually for an evening

of joy, friendship and celebration.

A sensory overload of sights, sounds and tastes from all the regions of India, the festival connects cultures and helps promote multiculturism in Tasmania.

Organised by Deepavali Tasmania in partnership with Street Eats @ Franko, this year’s family friendly event will feature more than 100 performers from 15 Indo-ethnic communities giving a

range of cultural and musical performancesculminating in a half-hour finale of infectious and joyful dancing.

There will be stalls to browse and activities on offer including turban tying, Mehndi (henna tattooing using Indian iconography) and facepainting for kids.

The festival will also celebrate India’s deep and diverse culinary culture through an array of food stalls.

“When we understand

each other’s culture it helps us to embrace diversity in the community,” Deepavali Tasmania vice chair Mithun Bacheval said.

“The Diwali holiday is all about celebration and bringing fun and happiness to people’s live.”

The festival will be held in Franklin Square from 5.30pm on Friday 28 October, with the official lamp lighting ceremony scheduled for 6.45pm. Entry is free.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas with new citizens Nikolaos Gonianakis, Ionna Karotaki and their daughters Kalliopi and Sofia

Cultural performers at a previous Diwali celebration in Hobart

GCC invests in childcare

GLENORCHY City Council has voted to retain and invest in its Benjafield and Berriedale childcare centres.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said the Council’s decision to fund improvements to the centres and make the service sustainable would be “an immense relief” to more than 140 families who use the centres.

“Council has a role to play in supporting children and families in our community and this is one tangible and costeffective way of doing this considering the state and federal government funding that contributes to the service,” she said.

“These childcare centres have been operating for 30 years, and we want to make sure they are sustainable into the future.”

Council made the

decision after considering an independent report into the two centres as part of a broader review into Council services.

“We want to position Glenorchy as a welcoming community and a place people want to live and work –ensuring these childcare places stay in our community plays a role in that,” Mayor Thomas said.

“We have two excellent Council-owned and run centres with tremendous staff that provide an extremely valuable service to our community.

“Council has determined to invest in those centres to maximise their sustainability, potentially grow placements and continue delivering for our community.”

Mayor Thomas said Council would seek

to initially invest about $500,000 in the centres, spread across capital improvements, new equipment and staff recruitment.

“All of these aspects will help provide better facilities, not just for the children who attend the centres, but the people who work there,” she said.

“The commitment for 2022/23 will see us reinvest some of the profits the service has made in recent years and is a small price to pay to support local parents to earn income, businesses to have staff, and importantly, to contribute to the development of the children of the future.”

Council recently met with staff to discuss the decision and notified parents whose children attend the centres.

Join the Neighbourhood Watch

THE coordinator of the new Greater Glenorchy Neighbourhood Watch group is inviting local residents to get on board and help make their community safer.

After running the Montrose/ Rosetta chapter of Neighbourhood Watch Tasmania for more than a year, Peter Vogelsanger started the Greater Glenorchy group about three months ago to cover the area from New Town to Granton and Collinsvale.

The Neighbourhood Watch community-based crime prevention program aims to improve the quality of life within

a neighbourhood by minimising preventable crime, deterring criminal activity, increasing the reporting of suspicious behaviour, and promoting closer community ties.

Mr Vogelsanger said that by simply getting to know their neighbours, looking out for each other and reporting suspicious activity to police, individuals can make a real difference.

“Thirty years ago there would have been 170-plus Neighbourhood Watch chapters in Tassie, and now there’s only about 35,” he said.

“But it’s not like crime

and antisocial behaviour has decreased.

“We’re not vigilantes, all we’re trying to do is spread the word about Neighbourhood Watch and bring it back. It’s all voluntary and there’s no commitments.

“If we have more people looking out for each other, it’ll lead to better neighbourhoods.”

More than 200 people are already following the group’s Facebook page. To sign up to the monthly newsletter or volunteer, go to www.facebook.com/ Greaterglenorchynhw or the Neighbourhood Watch Tasmania website.

New child centre coming soon

MORE support for families with young children in the Glenorchy region is on the way, with construction of the new Glenorchy Child and Family Learning Centre (CFLC) expected to commence in the new year.

The Department of Education will this month call for tenders from building contractors, with the successful contractor expected to be appointed by the end of 2022.

The new facility will be located on the Glenorchy

Primary School site and offer a variety of programs and services all in one place, supporting families with children from birth to age five.

Extensive community consultation was undertaken to help determine which services the Glenorchy CFLC will provide, and a Local Enabling Group – featuring community, education and support services representativesactively contributed to the design.

New CFLC centre

leader Donna Lashmar was recently appointed to oversee the construction phase and the transition to operations.

“It’s definitely an exciting phase of the project, as once construction starts things start to move pretty quickly,” Mrs Lashmar said.

“The new centre will be a warm and welcoming space where local families can come and access services and programs that enhance wellbeing and lifelong

learning.

“We want our families to feel comfortable and supported and we’ll be offering a range of services for children, their parents and carers – even if that’s just a cup of coffee and a chat!”

The new Glenorchy CFLC is part of the Tasmanian Government’s commitment to supporting young learners and their parents and carers, with $28 million allocated to deliver six new CFLCs across the state.

An artist’s impression of the new Glenorchy CFLC

Peter Vogelsanger mans the Neighbourhood Watch stall at Bunnings

Here’s cheers to double diamond duo

HOBART couple Stanley and Elsie Harris have celebrated a momentous 75 years of marriage surrounded by family.

Now both aged 94, Stanley and Elsie first met at a country dance outside Hobart when they were just 18 years old.

“I thought she was the most beautiful girl in the

world,” Stanley said.

They were married 18 months later. Living on a small farm on the Eastern Shore, Stanley worked in the agriculture sector while Elsie had her hands full raising their 10 children and caring for the property.

Daughter Jeanette Harris remembers everyone in the

household always being busy with household chores and farm work.

“We all had our chores, helping with the cooking, milking the cows and picking fruit,” she said.

“Dad would play the guitar and sing country and western, and mum would often sing in the morning to wake us all

up.

“I also remember how we would all sing while we picked raspberries, it made us laugh and kept our spirits up.”

On 16 August Stanley and Elsie celebrated the rare ‘second diamond’ wedding anniversary, and became one of the last couples in Australia to receive a

congratulatory card from Queen Elizabeth II before her death.

The couple marked the occasion with champagne and cake with family – a smaller affair than some of their previous milestone anniversaries, including a huge bash and for their 50th anniversary and a ride in the sidecar of

a Harley Davidson for their 70th.

Now residing at the Uniting AgeWell Sorell Community Ningana, Stanley and Elsie are enjoying a slower life, but keep busy reading, listening to music and spending quality time with family.

So what’s their advice for maintaining a happy

marriage?

Elsie said it’s about being patient and tolerant, and being grateful for what you have. Stanley suggested never going to bed angry - you won’t be able to sleep, and the problem will still be there the next day.

After 75 years, their advice is still working.

Stanley and Elsie Harris celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary recently

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Good habits growing at Moonah

MOONAH Primary

School students are getting a hands-on food education thanks to the school’s kitchen garden program.

Students plant and grow their own produce, and prepare and share meals. The program promotes a vibrant and

positive food culture for students, and also provides an opportunity to celebrate the diverse and vibrant culture of the Moonah community.

A highlight of the program is the shared meal that students enjoy with staff and volunteers at the end of each class.

“Eating together provides the opportunity to celebrate the effort that has gone into producing the meal and builds communication skills,” Acting Principal Emily Roberts said.

Volunteers and supporters play an invaluable role in the

success of the program.

Member for Elwick Josh Willie recently visited the garden to lend a hand.

“It was a pleasure to see the genuine enthusiasm of students caring for their garden while at the same time, learning important life skills and wellbeing habits,” he said.

Forum breaks down barriers

THE Glenorchy Access and Inclusion Reference Group led an access forum for Utilities and Services last month, fostering connections between local utilities and people with disabilities who use their services.

Held at KGV on 1 September, the forum was an opportunity for staff from key utilities and services to hear

stories and examples of the challenges people with disabilities have accessing or communicating with utilities or the physical environment.

The forum was attended by representatives from Telstra, Tas Networks, TasWater, Ian Harrington Group, Equal Opportunity Tas and NDIS, with attendees

able to share advice and discuss possible solutions to overcome barriers.

Access and Inclusion Reference Group members initiated the idea for a forum after people encountered difficulties accessing footpaths, buildings and community infrastructure because of work being carried out in the vicinity.

The group also raised the challenges that

people with disabilities face when trying to communicate with utility providers when paying bills online or accessing voice recognition software.

Attendees hailed the forum as a success, allowing service providers to better understand the needs of their customers and learn how they could improve accessibility and promote inclusiveness.

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Moonah Primary School students with Labor Member for Elwick Josh Willie

Participants at the recent Access Utilities Forum at KGV

LOCAL youth social enterprise Troublesmiths continues to break down barriers for young people at risk of longterm unemployment, with another group of recent graduates now benefitting from the course.

Based in Glenorchy and Hobart, Troublesmiths offers hands-on work experience for people aged between 18-25.

Over eight weeks participants are given access to life and employment coaching designed to develop work competency and

self-confidence.

In the cohort of recent graduates, five have gone on to complete further study and five have secured full-time and/or permanent employment.

Dashan Forrest had struggled to find work prior to enrolling in the program, but since graduating has landed a full-time job and enrolled in a university course.

“The coaches at Troublesmiths gave me the steps to create a cover letter and resume that had been a major barrier for me in the past,” he said.

“You are never under any pressure when you are working at

Troublesmiths, the team want you to succeed, and they help you to reach your goals.”

Fellow graduate Louise Patterson said she had previously lacked selfconfidence and really struggled to put herself out there.

But at the graduation ceremony Louise made a speech in front of the attendees and announced she will be returning to Troublesmiths in a leadership role.

The Troublesmiths program recently received funding from the state government to expand its services in Hobart’s northern

suburbs.

“The funding will mean there will be another 12 places in each eight-week program at Glenorchy,” Troublesmiths Employment and Business Development Officer Elly Rigney said.

“We would love to see

referrals from the local community and really help drive that youth workforce.”

During the eightweek period participants learn every aspect of running a small business from admin, marketing, making, selling and

customer service.

“This model of support helps participants to develop networking skills, workshop on daily routine and improve strength base practice,” Ms Rigney said.

“We also help them to create a resume

and cover letter, source clothes for the first interview and offer volunteering opportunities outside of Troublesmiths.”

To find out more or apply for upcoming courses visit www. troublesmiths.com.au

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Troublesmiths graduates Louise Patterson and Dashan Forrest with Troublesmiths employment and business development officer Elly Rigney

New Jackson Street landfill cell to open

A NEW landfill cell at the Jackson Street Waste Management Centre is about to become operational after receiving official sign-off from the Environmental Protection Agency.

The $3.5 million cell, which is specifically engineered to manage and contain runoff, will extend the life of the Jackson St site for a further 10 years.

“As a council, we have made a strategic investment in our waste management centre by constructing this cell to provide a further decade of landfill capacity,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said.

“As an engineering exercise,

building a new landfill cell is a major undertaking, and I congratulate all of Glenorchy City Council staff who were involved in the project, along with our contractors, EDI Downer, for their exceptional efforts and workmanship.”

The new cell was built inside an existing quarry void, with the project seeing a special lining installed along with careful shaping to capture any leachate.

In the short term, the general public will still be required to use the existing landfill cell for waste disposal, with the new cell to be used initially for commercial disposal.

Knitting community fabric

FOR the past 27 years

The Wool Shop at Moonah has been a hub for knitters, weavers and other crafty locals in the northern suburbs who want to connect with like-minded people.

The much-loved store will continue to connect creatives under the stewardship of new owner Liz Toohey, who was a customer at The Wool Shop for 18 years before taking over the business last month.

“I grew up in the area having access to The Wool Shop and the skills

of the women partaking in social knitting groups,” she said.

“So when previous owner Maree Davey decided to sell, it just felt right.

“The Moonah Wool Shop is fundamental to the community, and I want to keep it going for generations to come.”

Liz said the store is a staple in the Moonah community.

“Every week we run multiple social knitting groups that simply aim to bring keen knitters together in a safe space,”

she said.

“The social knitting groups are open to everyone, so we encourage anyone that is looking to connect with people in the community or who wants to practise knitting to come along for a session.”

Long-term owner Maree Davey said she couldn’t be happier to see the business move forward with someone as passionate and community focused as Liz.

“Liz has been a customer for nearly 20

years, so it feels like I am handing it over to family,” she said.

“She is very passionate about knitting and her knowledge of the craft is extensive, so I feel as if The Wool Shop is in very safe hands.

“Liz is very active in the social knitting groups, and I can see them growing in the future with her guidance.”

To find out more about The Wool Shop and the social knitting groups visit woolshopmoonah.com.

NEW BRIDGEWATER BRIDGE PROJECT CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS IN GRANTON AND BRIDGEWATER

Major construction on Tasmania’s largest ever transport infrastructure project will start soon.

The existing bridge will stay open, but there will be some traffic changes on either side of the river and in the general area.

To keep the community and our workers safe, there will be traffic barriers on the Brooker Highway and Main Road, Granton and on the Midland Highway, Bridgewater as well as reduced speed limits.

Please drive to the speed limits, obey traffic controller directions and plan your trip to allow for potential traffic delays.

You can find maps showing the changes and subscribe to updates on the project website.

The Wool Shop’s new owner Liz Toohey has taken over from previous owner Maree Davey

Luke’s online dream a virtual reality

MOONAH resident and avid gamer Luke Kingston is connecting with the Glenorchy community by offering free workshops at the local library.

Luke is 23 years old and lives with autism and for the past 10 years he has been sharing his love for video games on his

YouTube channel.

Create Crew founder Joel Imber has been mentoring Luke, helping him build confidence and utilise his skillset in everyday life.

“We have a goal of connecting Luke with the local community,” Joel said.

“When I first started mentoring Luke we

produced a video game documentary about local gaming legends.

“This required Luke to reach out to people in the community and start forming relationships in the physical form.”

Luke has gone on to be a finalist in the Tasmanian Disability Festival awards and a semi-finalist in the Tasmanian Community

Achievement Awards.

One of Luke’s longterm goals was to host his own workshop, and after two years this vision has now come to life.

“These workshops are an opportunity for Luke to try something new

outside of the square and meet like-minded people,” Joel said.

“So far he has run one workshop which was showing people how to set up a YouTube channel.

“It was really exciting seeing Luke being out in

front and engaging with the community physically.

“When we walked out of the first workshop Luke had a massive smile on his face and was excited to do another one.”

Luke has two more

workshops scheduled at the Glenorchy Library and is hoping to expand his reach to schools in the local municipality.

Luke’s YouTube channel can be found at www.youtube.com/ mrmario827

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YouTuber Luke Kingston, left, with mentor Joel Imber at the Glenorchy Library

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WorkSafe Month fosters Safe Bodies, Safe Minds

OCTOBER is WorkSafe Month, encouraging Tasmanian workers and employers to focus on improving work health and safety and reducing work-related injury and illness.

Throughout the month, WorkSafe Tasmania will hold a range of free sessions and seminars focusing on mental health and wellbeing, preventing workplace injuries and managing risk, and injury management and return to work.

Launching this year’s event at the

SRT Logistics depot in Brighton, Workplace Safety and Consumer Affairs Minister Elise Archer said ensuring Tasmanians are safe and healthy at work is a key priority of the government.

“This commitment, along with the efforts Tasmanians have collectively made in the past 10 years, have seen the total number of workplace injuries decline by an impressive 21 per cent,” she said.

“However sadly, while the overall injury tally has been steadily

declining, mental health injuries have increased by 86 percent over the past 10 years.

“While we often think of our mind and body as separate, our mental health and physical health are closely interconnected.

“Therefore, the theme of this year’s WorkSafe Month – Safe Bodies, Safe Minds, focuses on the importance of good physical and mental health and what everyone can do at work to make their workplaces safer, healthier and more

productive.”

Members of the Tasmania JackJumpers were also at the launch, including head coach Scott Roth.

“Coach Roth has a deep understanding of the positive impact good mental health can have for physical health and wellbeing, and has been a strong and vocal advocate for the value of a positive and supportive workplace culture,” Ms Archer said.

A full program of WorkSafe Month events can be found at www. worksafe.tas.gov.au

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Claremont in full bloom

THE Claremont Flower Show Group recently held its Spring show at the Claremont Memorial Hall.

A not-for-profit organisation established in the 1940s, the Claremont Flower Show Group holds two seasonal shows each year plus a cactus and succulent show in November.

The shows are open to anyone who would like to enter – from novice growers through to experienced greenthumbs.

Along with a diverse display of flowers, the Spring show also featured an array of baked goods, jams, knitted products, floral art and plants to purchase.

Local Liberal Member for Clark and Arts Minister Elise Archer was among the crowd in attendance.

“The colours of the camelias and daffodils on show at the Claremont Flower Spring Show were truly extraordinary this year,” she said.

“As soon as you near the entrance, your senses are firstly hit by the wonderful aroma of the flowers, and then you see the incredibly beautiful and overwhelming array of colours.

“Congratulations to the Claremont Flower Show Group Committee, volunteers, judges and the exhibitors, who all assisted in making this Spring Flower Show another successful and stunning event.”

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Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer with Richard Warner at the Claremont Flower Spring Show

Attorney-General Elise Archer with SRC Logistics CEO Rob Miller, JackJumpers coach Scott Roth, Jessica Munday from the WorkCover Board, Robyn Peace from WorkSafe Tasmania and Julieanne Buchanan from the WorkCover Board

Facelifts for city’s ageing playgrounds

GLENORCHY’S

Barry Street Reserve Playground is again open for public use, with the council completing work to replace the play equipment.

The upgrades are part of the council’s Playspace Strategy (2021-2040) which aims to ensure all parks and playgrounds are fit-forpurpose.

“Council provides and maintains a diverse range of playspace infrastructure, and we understand and acknowledge the importance they have on the social, physical and cognitive development of children,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said.

“These areas also play an important role in the image of our city and its ability to attract local and regional visitors to Glenorchy. However,

much of the current infrastructure is ageing, with many playspaces requiring renewal or replacement.”

Approximately one playspace for every 1500 residents is suggested and used within the recreation and leisure industry in Australia.

Glenorchy City Council currently has 44 playspaces across the municipality - an average of one playspace per 1090 residents.

“Results from an audit in 2020 showed the need for a detailed strategy outlining the future of existing playspaces, especially to set goals around which areas require upgrades and replacements and whether children of all age ranges were being catered for through the provision of play in Glenorchy,” Mayor

Thomas said.

The council is currently working with state and federal governments to secure grant money to carry out the necessary works.

“Council advocated for funding to support playground upgrades during this year’s Federal election and we were thrilled to secure a $1.5m funding commitment from the newly elected Federal Labor Government to assist with the renewal of 10 playgrounds,” Mayor Thomas said.

Council has allocated budget for upgrades to the playspaces at Collinsvale, Cairnduff Reserve and Booth Avenue Reserve in Glenorchy this financial year, and will also deliver the $3.4m regional playspace at Giblins Reserve.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas with Eleanor, Maeve and Elliot at Barry Street Reserve

Hitting top Gear

ANOTHER cohort of young riders recently graduated from Glenorchy’s Full Gear motorcycle road safety education program.

Co-designed by young people to suit an audience of 16-24yearolds, Full Gear aims to reduce risk-taking behaviours on our roads in light of damning road safety statistics showing young people overrepresented in serious crashes and fatalities.

Participants also receive financial help to overcome the cost of obtaining a motorbike license and associated safety equipment – a common barrier for many young people.

Glenorchy Mayor

Bec Thomas said Full Gear has been highly successful, with more than 75 young people obtaining their learner motorbike license over the past five years.

“The Full Gear program is delivered across six sessions, covers the cost of the learner license test and provides participants with up to $400 towards the purchase of safety gear, such as helmets and gloves,” she said.

“We’ve seen many positive outcomes out of this program, including a reduction in risky behaviour on our roads, improved attitudes towards road safety education and an

increase in the number of licensed motorcycle riders.

“Each time anyone, is killed on our roads is one too many. So to see another group of graduates transition through Full Gear is another positive step towards improving education and reducing the number of accidents and fatalities on our roads.

“Alongside the Road Safety Advisory Council, Legal Aid and the Motorcycle Riders Association, Glenorchy City Council is proud to be a part of delivering this important program to the young people of Glenorchy.”

Getting Back on your Bike

IF it has been a while since you last rode a bike and you’d like to get back on but are nervous, Bicycle Network has designed a program just for you.

As part of Mental Health Week 2022, Bicycle Network will be talking about the benefits of riding at the Glenorchy Expo on Wednesday 13 October.

And the organisation is also teaming up with

the City of Glenorchy to offer ‘Back on your Bike’ riding skills sessions at Tolosa Park (13 October), the Montrose foreshore (14th) and the Glenorchy town centre (15th).

“Back on your Bike offers 90-minute sessions to refresh people’s riding skills in a small, supportive group,” Bicycle Network spokesperson Alison Hetherington said.

“It can be a bit daunting to start riding

again after years off the bike and these sessions acknowledge this by going slowly and concentrating on the areas where you need the most work.

“The sessions run through basics like braking, changing gears, riding slowly, signalling and turning to give you more confidence to get rolling again.

“If there’s time, we can also cover checking brakes, tyres and chains.

“During Mental Health Week it’s useful to remember how much regular physical activity can help us feel more positive about life.”

To register for one of the free sessions, go to www.bicyclenetwork. com.au/back-on-yourbike

If you don’t have a bike, mountain bikes and step-through beginner bikes are available to try out.

Local cyclists Sandra Powell and Teresa Murty know the benefits of getting back on your bike

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas presents Full Gear participant Coby with his certificate

Dancing Dulcie legs it to 100

Mackenzie Archer

ONE hundred-year-old Moonah resident Dulcie Coulson has celebrated her centennial birthday surrounded by friends and family.

Raised in New Town, Dulcie has called Hobart’s northern suburbs home for most of her life.

“My mother and father owned a grocery store in New Town for most of my childhood, so I spent my younger years talking with people living in the community,” she said.

In the early 1940s Dulcie got her first job as a receptionist at the iconic Highfield Hotel on Murray Street, where she worked six days a week - taking home £3.17 per week.

Dulcie married the love of her life, John, in 1948 and the couple went on to share more than 70 years together.

Soon after tying the knot Dulcie and John opened a butchery on Moonah’s Central Avenue. On Fridays Dulcie would deliver products all across the northern suburbs and as

far as Sandy Bay.

Dulcie was also a keen dancer, starting when she was just a child and continuing right through until her mid-80s.

“I started learning when I was 12 and attending dances from 16,” she said.

“I believe that is the main reason I still have good legs!

“I like to tell parents to get their kids into dancing and walking so when they are older they will have good legs like me.”

The proud mother to two sons, five

grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren, Dulcie has resided in Moonah for the past 70 years.

She has been very active in the Moonah community - including spending many years as a member of the Moonah Lions Club and Moonah Navy Club - and says she couldn’t see herself living anywhere else.

“I have always loved Moonah,” she said.

“All the businesses you need to use are close by and we have beautiful views of the bay and the city.”

Forum asks students R U OK?

A GROUP of students from Montrose Bay High and Dominic College has been treated to an insightful R U OK Day event by the Glenorchy City Council Community Development team, in partnership with other local businesses and service providers.

More than 30 students and three teachers gathered at the Moonah Arts Centre on 8 September for a jam-packed morning of workshops delivered by TAScahrd, Headspace and Pulse Youth Health, as well as presentations from Glenorchy Young Citizen of the Year Eli Morrison and Glenorchy

Youth Task Force member Nicola Jeffery.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said it was a great to see so many highly valued community groups and leaders coming together for such an important cause.

“Good mental health and wellbeing enables children and young people to reach their full potential, experience fulfilling relationships, and adapt and cope with challenging circumstances,” she said.

“Awareness days such as R U OK Day are so powerful at bringing people together to have these important conversations, so we

were thrilled to be a part of it.”

Students were also given the opportunity to split into smaller breakout groups where they discussed and learned about topics such as body image, self-regulation and the

LGBTQIA+ community. This was shortly followed by a barbecue lunch run by the Salvation Army.

For more information about how a conversation could change a life, go to www.ruok.org.au

GCC awards pushed back

EACH year, the Glenorchy Community Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of residents who have gone above and beyond to support the community, including naming the city’s Citizen

and Young Citizen of the Year.

The council would usually be calling for nominations at this time of year. But the 2023 Community Awards will now be held in May, at the same time as the Volunteer Awards.

“This decision has

been made in order to maximise participation and give our volunteers and high achievers the change to be celebrated at a special event together,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said.

The council will call for nominations for both awards in early 2023.

Carols grants up for grabs

GLENORCHY City Council is offering community groups and businesses up to $10,000 to hold Christmas carols events this December, as an alternative to the single carols event previously hosted by Council.

“Attendances at this event have been declining in recent years, and council felt having one event at a single location may have been restrictive to some families being able to

take part,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said.

“Our community will receive greater benefit from spreading the Christmas cheer across a number of different locations and over the entire month of December. We’re looking forward to a variety of events being held across the municipality.

“We know Christmas and the holiday season is extremely important to many people, and community celebrations

go hand-in-hand with this time of the year. As a council, we wanted to give the community an opportunity to put on events to help celebrate the Christmas season.

“Providing support for organisations to coordinate celebrations maximises everyone’s opportunity to participate and I strongly encourage local community groups and businesses to apply.”

Mayor Thomas said events did not need to be large-scale to qualify

for funding.

“It may be the case that an organisation wants to hold a series of smaller events to reach as much of our municipality as possible, or some roving carols,” she said.

“We’re looking forward to seeing what ideas Glenorchy has for these events and celebrations.”

Applications for grants close on 17 October, and can be made online at gcc.tas.gov.au or by phoning 6216 6800.

The Sri Lankan Community Choir performs at a previous Glenorchy carols event

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Nicola Jeffery speaks at the R U OK? Day event

Council elections 2022

ELECTIONS will be held this month to fill councillor, mayor and deputy mayor positions on all 29 of Tasmania’s local councils, including the Glenorchy City Council.

More than 500 people across the state have nominated to run as councillors. In Glenorchy, there are 24 candidates running for 10 positions on the council. Six have nominated to run for mayor, including incumbent Bec Thomas, and seven are up for the role of deputy mayor.

Recent amendments to the Local Government

Act 1993 mean that voting in local government elections is now compulsory for all electors on the Tasmanian electoral roll.

Local government elections in Tasmania are a full postal ballot, with the introduction of compulsory voting expected to lead to an increase in the number of postal ballots returned.

Tasmanians will receive their postal ballot packs in the mail this week.

Electors need to fill out their voting paper, carefully following the instructions, and send it

back in the post as soon as possible.

The poll closes at 2pm on Tuesday 25 October.

“The announcement from the Tasmanian Electoral Commission that more than 500 candidates have nominated for the October council elections shows that democracy is well and truly alive in Tasmania’s local government sector,”

Local Government Minister Nic Street said.

For more information about the election, visit www.tec.tas.gov. au/local-government/ elections-2022

Glenorchy City Council (enrolment 33,504)

Councillor: (10 to be elected)

ALDERTON, Shane (Austins Ferry)

BRANCH-ALLEN, Jenny (Collinsvale)

COCKSHUTT, Josh (Claremont)

CREW, Mala (Glenorchy)

DUNSBY, Jan (Claremont)

EDMONDSON, Nic (Moonah)

FRASER, Philip (Glenorchy)

GRAFANAKIS, Aris (Moonah)

HANGAN, Michael (West Moonah)

HAUBRICK, Matt (Moonah)

HICKEY, Sue (Rosetta)

KENDALL, Molly (Moonah)

Mayor:

BRANCH-ALLEN, Jenny (Collinsvale)

GRAFANAKIS, Aris (Moonah)

HAUBRICK, Matt (Moonah)

Deputy Mayor:

ALDERTON, Shane (Austins Ferry)

DUNSBY, Jan (Claremont)

FRASER, Philip (Glenorchy)

HICKEY, Sue (Rosetta)

KING, Steven (Derwent Park)

MALONE, Morris (West Moonah)

MARKS, Tim (Glenorchy)

QUICK, Harry (Berriedale)

RAHAT, Md Imadul Islam (Goodwood)

RIDLER, Peter (Derwent Park)

SAWYER, Ali (Moonah)

SHARMA, Bhavika (Lutana)

SIMS, Kelly (Glenorchy)

SLADE, Stuart (Berriedale)

THOMAS, Bec (Berriedale)

YAXLEY, Russell (West Moonah)

RIDLER, Peter (Derwent Park)

SIMS, Kelly (Glenorchy)

THOMAS, Bec (Berriedale)

KING, Steven (Derwent Park)

SLADE, Stuart (Berriedale)

YAXLEY, Russell (West Moonah)

Local government elections are on now and voting is compulsory. Eddie the envelope will be delivered during the week of 3 October. Voting is easy – all you have to do is consider the candidates, complete your ballot papers and put them in the mail or deliver them to Council so they are received by 2pm, Tuesday 25 October.

If you don’t receive your postal ballot pack, simply visit your local council office to collect a pack, or call us and we’ll send one to you.

Remember, voting is now compulsory, so pick up your pen and make a mark on your community today.

Tasmanian voters are set to head to the polls this month

Bec keen to continue serving

WHETHER it was behind the checkout as a teenager in my first job at Purity in Glenorchy Central, pulling beers at Cooleys Hotel in Moonah while I studied at university, or making decisions on behalf of our city as Glenorchy Mayor, there is one thing I have always loved doing – serving this community.

For me, it’s a pretty simple equation - I was born here. I was raised here. I live here.

I want what is best for our community. I want this city to be the best it possibly can. I want to foster pride, tolerance, understanding, safety, and above all, community spirit in everything we do.

I understand that the decisions we make today need to be about making a better tomorrow for Glenorchy and all of us who call it home.

I believe firmly in demonstrating steady

but purposeful and inclusive leadership.

I am determined to continue to increase our community engagement and keep working to build our community through a safer CBD and infrastructure that allows all of us to enjoy everything Glenorchy has to offer.

Our council has achieved a great deal. But there is more to be done.

I will not stop advocating for Glenorchy or the part it must play in the Greater Hobart Plan. I have forged excellent and productive relationships with both the state and federal governments and will continue to work with them to get things moving along the transit corridor, establish a ferry service from Wilkinson’s Point, and do everything we possibly can to provide additional housing with plans that have community support.

The services we provide our community are extremely important, and I take seriously the obligation we have to ratepayers as to how we invest in our community.

For this reason, I am proud that we will continue to provide childcare services and help our mums and dads give our next generation the best possible start.

I would like to think that my bosses at Purity and Cooleys Hotel all those years ago would agree with me when I say I am reliable, hardworking and active in our community.

I love this place, and I am determined to represent it in the best way I possibly can, both around the council table and in taking up our cause to state and federal decision makers.

Ultimately, I am proud to represent the people of Glenorchy, and I hope to be re-elected as Mayor and Alderman so I can continue to do so.

Shane speaks up for community

SHANE Alderton is running for Alderman and Deputy Mayor in the Glenorchy City Council election after

receiving good support at last year’s by-election.

Shane has been advocating for the community since

the early days of the council’s Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) service, when he was part of a group that petitioned the council to implement a fairer opt-out process for ratepayers unable to use the service.

Shane listens to people’s concerns and regularly attends council meetings, asking questions during public question time relating to issues and council decisions.

“I am concerned after five years and a 12.5 per cent rate rise that the council is still in debt,” he said.

“Many Council projects after approval take years to complete, resulting in increased costs and creating more debt for council.

“If elected I’m ready to listen to and engage with our community rather than play politics, and share greater transparency with you all.

“My operational working background brings both skills and knowledge needed to deliver fresh ideas and solutions to assist our new council to provide vital Infrastructure, lower rate increases and turn things around.”

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Shane Alderton is ready to speak up for the community

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas with her former boss from Cooleys Hotel, Stephen Salter

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Yaxley says Glenorchy’s best is yet to come

GLENORCHY City Council candidate for Deputy Mayor and Alderman Russell Yaxley believes the best is coming for Glenorchy.

“We need to prepare, be proactive and provide positive solutions to set up our city for its best days,” he said.

“The opportunities are abundant and where others say no, let’s say yes and make our community be the best it can be.”

Mr Yaxley is a local business owner and director, real estate agent and REIT board member and recently completed

the Australian Institute of Directors’ ‘Not for Profit in Governance’ course. He is also a committee member of the Wellington Cricket Club.

Mr Yaxley has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the private sector, which he is keen to bring into the public domain.

“Learning and adapting comes naturally to me,” he said, “I seek out opportunities to lead and to make our environment a better place.

“Experience counts for little if you don’t continue to learn.”

With ballot papers being sent out this month, Mr Yaxley understands the importance of this election.

“Glenorchy needs a fresh voice and forward thinker, and that’s what I bring,” he said.

“I’m focused and ready to work hard to represent our community. It’s what they expect and what we are elected to do.

“There are challenges, and new ones will emerge, but it’s our attitude toward them that will make the difference. I’m an optimistic, cando person who works

productively with other to get the job done.”

Living in West Moonah with a family of four boys, Mr Yaxley and his wife Nat enjoy exploring local parks and recreation space with their kids and know how important infrastructure and services are to working families.

“My family and their future is very important to me, so having a community and infrastructure around them that brings out their best, not just for my family but all families in Glenorchy, is high on my agenda.”

Russell Yaxley outside the Glenorchy City Council chambers

Hickey says her home and heart are in Glenorchy

GLENORCHY City is nestled under our beautiful Mount Wellington (kunyani) and alongside the picturesque Derwent River. Who wouldn’t want to live here? That’s why my home and heart are in Glenorchy.

Just like you, I want modern recreational facilities, playgrounds, roads, footpaths, toilets, new stormwater, bike paths and trees in our municipality to assist all residents to maintain a healthy, vibrant lifestyle.

These community assets need to be free to use, accessible and well maintained.

Let’s build an exciting and vibrant city for us all to live, work, invest and raise families.

I believe that the council must manage its

budget better, stop the 10 years of deficits, and bring planning approvals before the entire council (not just a small group of aldermen) to encourage more business development and homes to be built.

We should work with other councils to save money and make rates affordable.

I would also like the council to meet fortnightly so there are fewer ‘behind closed door’ workshops. We have a lot of work to do this term of the council!

Modern councils are open, transparent, progressive and accountable. I would especially like to see more engagement by members of our community at these meetings.

With my solid background in business, local and state government, I will help rejuvenate Glenorchy to make it clean, safe and sustainable with opportunities for us all.

I have put my hand up to be Deputy Mayor to ensure we have a strong, future-focused leadership team.

I am a passionate contributor to not-forprofit organisations, and I care deeply about creating opportunities for our youth, people with disabilities, our elderly and anyone doing it tough.

I am hard-working and I have the skills and the will to be a great Deputy Mayor and Alderman.

I stand up for our community and I get things done!

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Sue Hickey is running for Deputy Mayor of Glenorchy

Rebel square dance caller Gary is a man on a musical mission

ACCREDITED square dance caller Gary Petersen is reinvigorating square dancing in southern Tasmania.

Last century there were many square dance clubs in the Hobart area, but most have now closed.

With more than 25 years’ experience as a sought-after square dance caller, Gary recently moved to Hobart with a plan to get people away from their TVs and computers and onto the dancefloor to try “one of the best social activities around”.

Often described as “fun and friendship set to music”, square dancing is a noncompetitive interactive dance that involves eight dancers working together to solve the puzzle the caller delivers.

The more calls the dancers know the more the caller has to work with, creating fun and intrigue.

Gary and his wife started square dancing in Queensland in 1994, and he was instantly hooked. He soon started calling and then teaching square dancing, and by

2017 was calling up to nine sessions per week at four different clubs –a total of about 24 hours of calling weekly.

He has called at festivals and conventions all across Australia, and overseas in Germany and New Zealand.

Gary likes to use a broad range of music when calling and is particularly known for using upbeat tracks and dance remixes, earning him the nickname ‘the Rebel Caller’.

Now he is hoping to reintroduce square

dancing to the Hobart community and remove the stigma associated with the activity.

He is planning to start a group at Moonah’s Caledonian Society Hall on Tuesday nights at 7.30pm, before expanding into other areas in Hobart early next year.

Anyone interested in learning square dancing can contact Gary on 0499088680 or email therebelcaller@gmail. com

As Gary says, “dare to be square, it’s fun with flair!”

Learn to Square DanceLearn to Square Dance with accredited caller Gary “the Rebel” Petersen

Float your boat this Spring

Lia Morris, CEO Marine and Safety Tasmania

WHAT floats your boat? Literally, not the rhetorical question about what makes you happy!

It is buoyancy that floats your boat and keeps you safe on the water.

If your boat was built before 2006, the chances of it having sufficient buoyancy are not great. Boats built and registered after this date must be fitted with an Australian Builders Plate (ABP), and boats are built with either level or basic flotation unless the type of craft is exempted. The average tinny or runabout must have an ABP.

Level flotation means the boat should float level if swamped or capsized, although sea states will ultimately determine this. Basic flotation means that the

boat, while it won’t sink, may float with the bow out of the water.

Ask yourself what would happen if your boat doesn’t float and your family is on board.

If your boat does get swamped or capsizes, the chances of survival are greatly increased if it floats level. It gives those on board time to reach life-saving equipment, and in some cases, attempt to bail out the water.

If the boat sinks it renders your EPIRB, VHF radio and other safety equipment useless!

Most trailer boats have some form of buoyancy. But in many cases, this can be improved as it is often not distributed to allow the boat to float level.

Importantly, you can add extra buoyancy to your boat. The easiest way is to add foam buoyancy.

If it’s a small

traditional tinny, check if there is buoyancy under the seats, then measure the seats to obtain a cubic metre rate of buoyant material on board.

The other way of determining current buoyancy in fibreglass boats is to fill the underfloor void with water and then measure this water as it is drained out and again convert to a cubic metre rate.

If you are going to add additional buoyancy, this should be added in areas above the floor to improve the chances of it floating level. This could be under seats, under the outboard well, and particularly under gunwales.

Most fibreglass and newer aluminium boats have a wide side deck which can assist in the easy installation of additional buoyancy. Because of the amount

of weight in the stern of these types of boats, approximately half the buoyancy should be located here to counteract the weight of the motor and batteries if fitted.

It is possible to increase the buoyancy of the average trailer boat by up to 50 per cent by adding foam in the locations mentioned, without reducing cockpit and storage space.

Some years ago, MAST increased the amount of buoyancy by this amount in three average fibreglass runabouts by adding polyethylene closed cell foam.

Information on the addition of foam buoyancy in trailer boats is available on www.mast.tas.gov.au, including easy-to-watch videos.

A boat that floats will increase your family’s chances of survival.

SQUARE DANCING is FUN &

set to MUSIC

Experienced square dance caller Gary Petersen

Ever thought about working in real estate?

ARE you a great communicator? Do you have a strong social network? Have you considered a job in real estate? Roberts Real Estate wants to hear from you.

Roberts Real Estate is seeking highly motivated and well-connected Tasmanians who have an interest in the real estate sector.

Roberts Real Estate State Manager Khan Dick said the role of a sales agent is multifaceted and much more than just listing and selling property.

“A typical week for a sales agent usually starts on a Saturday at open homes,” he said.

“And the activity that spins off from that day is usually what keeps a sales agent busy for the remainder of that week.

“To succeed in property sales, you must be an excellent communicator and negotiator because at the end of the day the goal is to maximise the

sale price and result for the vendor.”

If you are looking for variety in your work day, Khan said real estate is the perfect career path.

“The job requires you to be flexible with work hours – property sales can often entail weekend and after-hours work, however Roberts prioritises work/ life balance and can accommodate flexibility during the week,” he said.

“The role of a sales agent is commissionbased, so the more activity generated the greater the earning potential for our agents.”

Roberts Real Estate proudly offers an array of career paths and training opportunities.

“Being corporately run, opposed to owneroperated, means everyone is on the payroll and everyone has the flexibility to advance,” Khan said.

“When I started with Roberts 15 years ago as a sales consultant I was completely new to the

industry.

“By working hard and investing in myself to further my career I was able to build myself up to the position of State Manager.”

Roberts also supports its employees to step into other roles within the company including property management or administration.

“Because of our structure we are simply here to make sure everyone is contributing and that everyone is benefiting,” Khan said.

“Our people, their safety, their integrity and their job fulfilment is our absolute top priority.

“We have a diverse workforce, and we want to nurture people’s individual strengths.”

Anyone with a strong work ethic and a solid social and community network who is interested in a career in property sales can email Khan on khandick@ robertsre.com.au to discuss further.

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Roberts Real Estate Property Portfolio Assistant Nikala Post and Property Representative Tony Bacic

From big idea to small business

HAVE you got an idea for a business? Need help getting started?

The Workforce Australia Entrepreneurship Facilitator program, delivered by Business South in Greater Hobart and South-East Tasmania, can support you on your journey through the maze to self-employment.

An Australian Government initiative, the program offers free, practical and confidential guidance and support on 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.

“When you’re playing with the idea of starting a business, it can be really overwhelming if you go online and search for support,”

Entrepreneurship Facilitator Sharon Harvey said.

“The advantage of our program is that we offer the opportunity to talk to

a real person in-person or online, 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, remembering our services are completely free.”

The Entrepreneurship Facilitator program also offers monthly free workshops and information sessions.

In October we have some great topics on offer – free, online and in-person:

What you need to know when getting started in a small business (Kingston):

Topics will include things to consider before you start out; how to assess your business idea; the basics of planning and marketing; and how to best set yourself up for success.

Email Marketing 101 (Hobart):

Are you using or plan to use email marketing in your small business? This workshop is for you. Practical advice and tips, including some of the tech needed to start a campaign.

Coffee and connections (Sorell):

Network and meet fellow small business owners.

Roadshow (Bruny Island):

Join Sharon and Mikala from Business South as they tour

southern Tasmania, meet new people and spread the love about entrepreneurship and self-employment. Bookings are essential. For more information or to book your FREE place in the program, go to www.businesssouth. org.au

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A NEW support group for people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) will help Tasmanians navigating the condition.

Not-for-profit organisation Crohn’s and Colitis Australia (CCA) is the peak body that supports people living with IBD, delivering a wide range of services including telephone helplines, access to specialised IBD nurses, and nation-wide support groups.

CCA’s support group services are open to everyone living with some form of IBD, and those performing caring roles –and a new support group is set to meet in Hobart for the first time this

month.

CCA Volunteers and Programs Coordinator Bart Walus said that for many people, these support groups are the only place they can speak openly about their challenges without feeling embarrassed or misunderstood.

“Our support groups create a safe and secure space where people can share,” he said.

“The support group is a form of emotional support for people living with IBD whilst also being a place to come for useful information.

“If you are wanting to expand your network and become connected with people also living with

IBD I encourage you to come along to a Hobart session.”

Support sessions are free and are open to anyone in the community, not just CCA members.

The sessions are run by volunteers who typically have IBD issues themselves or are a career of someone living with IBD.

Hobart sessions will be held on the every third Wednesday of every month, from 6.15pm – 7.45pm at 108-110 Bathurst Street. The first is on 19 October.

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DID you know breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Tasmanian women? In fact, one in every seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 85.

This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - an ideal time to shine a light on breast cancer, its impact on the community, and the importance of breast screening.

Dylan Sutton, the Director of Population Screening and Cancer Prevention for the Department of Health, is encouraging women over the age of 40 to screen for breast cancer every two years.

“Chances are you know someone who has been impacted by breast cancer, and our key message is the earlier breast cancer is found, the better the chance of successfully treating and surviving it,” he said.

“The good news is that an X-ray of the

breast, referred to as a mammogram, can detect up to 90 per cent of breast cancers and is absolutely the best way to find cancer early.

“A mammogram can detect breast cancer before it can be felt, takes only 20 minutes and is easy to do.”

BreastScreen Tasmania provides free mammograms for women over the age of 40, operating clinics in Hobart and Launceston and two fully equipped BreastScreen Buses that visit 30 regional and rural locations across the state.

The BreastScreen Bus will be based at the Glenorchy City Council Chambers (on the corner of Main Road and Tolosa Street) from 17 October to 16 December.

Dylan said it was important to remember that screening once was not enough, and that and nine out of ten women who are diagnosed with breast

cancer don’t have a family history.

“If you are over the age of 40 it’s important to BreastScreen every two years to find changes early,” he said.

“We are particularly encouraging women between the ages of 50 and 74 to make an appointment, because we know in Tasmania only 60 per cent of women aged 50-74 screen with

BreastScreen Tasmania regularly.

“We would love to see that number increase so we can help save lives.”

To make an appointment with the BreastScreen Bus or the BreastScreen Hobart clinic phone 13 20 50.

For more information about breast screening visit www.health.tas. gov.au/health-topics/ cancer-screening/breastscreening

Friendly BreastScreen Tasmania operator Shanty Bennett is ready to book in free mammogram appointments for women over the age of 40

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Study nursing with HERC

HAVE you ever wanted to study nursing? Now is the perfect time!

In 2013, the ANMF Tasmanian Branch established the Health Education and Research Centre (HERC) in Hobart in order to provide accessible, high-quality training for health professionals.

The HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing reflects the role of an Enrolled Nurse working under supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This qualification covers the application of skills and knowledge required to undertake your role competently and professionally within a variety of health care settings.

Once qualified you will be eligible to apply to AHPRA for registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

The 18-month course is comprised of faceto-face, online learning, and structured work placement of 12 weeks

in total. This course requires full-time study – two days per week of face-to-face learning (9am to 3pm), plus the equivalent of three days per week of self-directed learning.

There are 25 units in this course - 20 compulsory units and five electives. To achieve this qualification, students are also required to complete a minimum of 400 hours of successful clinical placement in the aged care, acute care and mental health settings.

Studying nursing opens the door to a broad range of career pathways to work in a variety of exciting and challenging areas.

HERC’s nationally accredited training will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to kick-start your career in the health industry. Students at HERC have successfully graduated with widely accepted qualifications

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what you need to know

YOU may have heard that you can get hearing aids through the pension.

The Australian government provides eligible pensioners with hearing services under the Hearing Services Program.

If you hold a Pensioner concession card, a Department of Veteran Affairs White or Gold card, or are a dependent of someone who holds these cards, you may be eligible.

There are also other categories for eligibility.

You can find more information at hearingservices.gov.au

The program provides a comprehensive hearing assessment and access to a wide range

of fully and partially subsidised hearing aids, including the fitting and review of devices by a qualified provider.

Another benefit is the option of an annual maintenance agreement, for a small fee, so you can receive repairs and batteries for your hearing aids.

You also have a choice of hearing services providers for the program, so you can decide which clinic best suits your needs.

At Ability Hearing and Balance, we are a Tasmanian-owned provider with clinics in Kingston, Rosny Park, Glenorchy and North Hobart.

Our patients choose us because

our audiologists also provide earwax micro-suction. This means, should you come to your hearing test or hearing aid appointment with your ears full of wax, we can remove it there and then and get on with the appointment.

Our experienced audiologists fit hearing aids of all brands at competitive prices, including “free” government-funded hearing aids. Our clinic is not tied to manufacturers and is fully independent. We can match the best brand to your needs.

To find out if you are eligible and make a booking, call 1300 327 776.

Earwax Suction & Hearing Test

20 years of experience Accredited Audiologists

Tasmanian Owned & Operated

Obligation free 14 day hearing aid trials

*FREE hearing aids for eligible Pensioners

at Certificate III and Diploma levels.

However, it just doesn’t stop there. Once you have your initial qualification, HERC also offers opportunities to meet your continuing professional development (CPD) needs.

We continue to offer enrolments in our programs, and you are welcome to contact us via email info@herc.tas. edu.au or phone 6223 6777 and press option 2 if you have queries about how we can meet your educational needs.

Mr Nick Modrovich Clinical Audiologist

ROSNY

The Commonwealth Hearing Services Program provides fully and partially subsidised hearing aids for eligible pensioners

HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing is a qualification suited to those looking to kickstart their career in an expanding

sector.

Chefaholic Cooking School and Catering

Chefaholic Cooking School

A paddock to plate cooking experience for all

Chefaholic Cooking School and Catering Duck à l’orange

PUMPKIN BREAD

Ingredients

STICKY PORK AND CRISPY NOODLE SALAD

Ingredients

• 1 x 2kg whole duck

• 150g butter

Ingredients

• 100ml Grand Marnier

• 50ml vinegar

minutes. Remove from oven and cover with Grand Marnier and cook for a further 5 minutes.

• 50g castor sugar

• 2 tbs peanut oil

• Juice of 3 oranges

• 6 oranges

• 1 large onion, grated

Method

• 500g pork mince

Remove from oven and strain all liquid into a pot, add in vinegar, sugar and juice of 3 oranges and reduce until a nice consistency.

• 2 garlic cloves, crushed

Clean and pat dry duck, heat butter in fry pan large enough to hold duck and fry duck for approximately 5 minutes.

• 1 tbs freshly grated ginger

1. To make pumpkin puree you will need a cup of chopped pumpkin and enough water to cover it. Either boil on the stove top in a saucepan or place in a microwave on high for 8 to 10 mins.

2. When the pumpkin is soft use a blender to process it. Stand aside to cool.

Meanwhile peel and cut oranges and prep with no skin or seed. When sauce is nearly ready add segments to sauce and warm - do not let oranges break down.

Hiking fitness real dynamic balancing act

Jo Cordell-Cooper

What is ‘the gap’ in healthcare costs?

• 1/4 cup (60ml) char siu sauce

Place duck in oven for approximately 45 minutes on 180°C basting as you go.

*These next steps can be done with a bread maker on dough setting.

• 1 tsp Chinese five spice powder

Turn heat down to 160°C and cook for a further 30

• 1/3 cup (80ml) Chinese rice wine

Carve duck and cover with sauce and arrange segments. Enjoy!

3. In a bowl place the 50 ml warm water, sugar and yeast together. Mix and set aside until frothy, or about 10 mins.

WHENEVER I go hiking there is the inevitable conversation about what the best way to get fit for hiking is.

• 100g packet fried noodles

chefaholic.tas@gmail.com

0407 175 720 or 0448 820 367

• Chopped long red chilli, toasted

4. In a larger bowl place the flour and salt. Make a well in the centre and put in olive oil, cooled pumpkin puree and the yeast mix. Mix together and turn out onto a floured bench top and knead for 10 mins, if dough is sticky add a bit more flour. Set aside for half an hour or until doubled in size. Knead again for 10 mins and set aside for another half an hour.

• Cashews, coriander leaves, snipped, to serve

5. When dough has risen again flatten out slightly and sprinkle pepitas and sunflower seeds onto the dough. Form into the shape of loaf you want, containing the seeds on the inside.

We all appreciate that hiking is a great way to get fit for hiking, but if you are time-poor you might like to incorporate these exercises to improve cardio fitness, muscle strength and dynamic balance.

switch legs. The real benefit of this one is in the control of stepping down. Be slow and steady and lead with the heel, bending the support leg each time. You’ll become stronger and improve your dynamic balance with this exercise, and that’s great for both hiking up and descending.

AS an inpatient in hospital, you are likely to hear about a fees gap (also known as patient payments or out-ofpocket expenses) and it’s important to understand what this means.

What is the gap?

cost. The remaining 25 per cent is paid by your health insurance if you are covered, or by you.

• Chives and lime cheeks, to serve

6. Set aside again to rise for 40 mins.

7. Set oven to 195oC

Method

8. When dough has risen again, brush the top with water and sprinkle on more seeds.

Dynamic balance is all about being able to cope with uneven surfaces without rolling your ankle or slipping or tripping. It’s about staying on your feet.

9. Bake for 20 – 30 mins, depending on shape of loaf.

10. Bread is ready when it is golden brown on the outside and sounds hollow when you tap it with your knuckles.

11. Let cool a bit then eat!

1. Heat oil in a frypan over medium-high heat. Cook onion, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until softened. Increase heat to high, add pork and cook, stirring, for 8-10 minutes until golden. Add garlic, ginger, char siu sauce and five spice, and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the rice wine and cook for 3-4 minutes until caramelised.

2. Divide noodles among plates. Top with pork, chilli, cashews, coriander, and chives. Serve with lime cheeks to squeeze over.

My experience is that most people struggle more with this when they are coming down a steep hill, and towards the end of a long hike and the body is tired. Try these exercises:

1. Heel-toe polka –stand with your right leg on a rolled-up yoga mat (the thicker the better). With your right leg on the mat, heel tap to the front with the left leg, then toe tap to the back left leg. Pulse the right leg up and down and keep joints soft –you will wobble, but that’s ok. Tap front to back 20 times, then switch legs.

2. Step repeatersusing a stair or stable low bench, step up and tap back to the ground with the same leg 15-20 times, then

3. Step-overs –practise stepping over a box about knee height. Practise stepping forwards, sideways, diagonally and backwards. This is fabulous for preparing you for stepping over fallen tree trunks. Do 15-20 each leg leading.

If you complete three rounds of these three exercises as well as some slow lunging and squatting while wearing your backpack you’ll be really preparing your body for all kinds of hiking adventures!

Happy hiking! If you’d like to download my free ‘preparation for hiking’ resources go to https:// jocc.com.au/hiking-series

Jo Cordell-Cooper is Jo CC Holistic PT. She offers beginner Friday NIGHT Hikes (weekly) on the Eastern Shore, and regular intermediate half-day hikes. Check out her website at https://jocc. com.au/hiking for more information, or phone 0409 86 2206.

There are fees charged for hospital accommodation, surgeons, tests, anaesthetists and other expenses as a private patient.

Medicare pays a set amount for each treatment or procedure as listed in the Australian Medical Benefits Schedule (MBS). As a private inpatient, Medicare will pay 75 per cent of the MBS

Your doctor may charge more than the MBS cost. The gap between the MBS and the doctor’s charges has to be met by you, and cannot be claimed against health insurance.

How can you reduce the gap?

While paying for our health is worthwhile, there are ways to reduce the gap and minimise your expenses.

Most of us are not used to ‘shopping around’ for medical providers, but you certainly can and it may save you a lot of money.

Research has shown there is not a direct relationship between higher medical costs and better providers, so don’t feel you have to pay a larger gap to be well cared for.

At HCi, we have relationships with a number of doctors and private hospitals around the country who charge a lower gap for our members. Some doctors will not charge you a gap at all, while others will ensure you know the gap ahead of time and will not change that cost.

Remember that you are entitled to ask your doctor about costs, including asking your GP to refer you to a non-gap specialist or surgeon.

A PADDOCK TO PLATE COOKING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL

A PADDOCK TO PLATE COOKING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL

Jo Cordell-Cooper is always prepared for a hike

Open your heart and your home

Foster caring can be one of the most rewarding and uplifting aspects of volunteering. Our foster care program is an essential part of our work looking after our kitties. You don’t have to foster all the time, fostering even for a short time - a week or two - helps with our vital work.

How can I help?

Fostering is a truly wonderful experience which is extremely rewarding for you and lifesaving for the cats or kittens you care for.

Some of the reasons our kitties need foster care before they can be adopted are:

• Shy or timid

• Too young

• Illness

The Ten Lives Cat Centre provides full support and everything you need to care for a cat or kitten in your home.

We provide:

• food & bowls

• kitty litter & trays

• toys, blankets & beds

• 24 hour support

• medicines and vet care

You provide:

• a loving environment

• care for our cats and kittens

You can find out more about the Ten Lives foster care program and other ways you can help at tenlives.com.au

Every cat has a story. Are you part of it?

Three inspiring cats and the army of people behind them

hind leg due to multiple fractures

ONE of the greatest things about working at Ten Lives is getting to see the success stories first-hand.

Of course, there are many cats that breeze through the Centre, clear their medical examinations, and quickly find their new homes. Then there are the cats that seem to have the odds stacked against them, and an army of people behind them who get them to that finishing line. It’s these cats that I find particularly inspiring.

Twelve-week-old Romeo arrived in April alongside his two littermates, Callie and Kiwi. White and black Romeo presented with a distressing abnormality to his right hind knee.

He was sent offsite for x-rays to get a better idea of the issue and they found that he had a severe medial patella luxation. This required amputation and extensive recovery in foster care.

Having only three legs wasn’t going to hold Romeo back, and after 63 days in care it only took two days in the adoption rooms to find his new family.

Two-year-old Lucy came to us in May in a bad way. It was likely that she had been hit by a car and she required amputation of her left

It took two weeks before she could start walking again and she required daily physio sessions to build her strength.

She is now in foster care to see out the rest of her rehabilitation and we are sure that she will be snapped up when she arrives in the adoption rooms.

Then there was George, or Curious George as his foster carers called him. This sweet kitten arrived at five weeks old with a congenital condition known as eyelid agenesis. This is a painful condition where his right eyelid hadn’t formed properly so fur would rub and irritate his eyes. The condition had progressed such that the eye had to be removed.

George spent nearly three months in foster care before arriving in the adoption rooms and took just one day to find his new family.

I find the resilience of these cats inspiring - how they accept adversity and get on with their lives –but also the families who accept them as they are.

For each cat, there is an army of people behind them; from the intake staff who welcome them into the Centre, the vet team who provide medical care, to the animal attendants who feed and clean their kennels.

However, it is our foster carers who open their homes with love and support for cats and kittens in need during their rehabilitation. Foster carers volunteer their time to look after cats in their home and are provided with all training, supplies and food.

Ten Lives simply couldn’t do what we do without our foster carers to see cats like George, Lucy and Romeo through to their adoption day.

If fostering a cat in need is something you might be interested in, reach out and talk to us.

Ten Lives Cat Centre 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 at tenlives. com.au

Rich East – Ten Lives Cat Centre

George was quick to be adopted and even made a new best friend, Willow. Photo credit: Tiarna Bricknell

George’s foster carer, Aneeka, brought him to all his vet check-ups provided by Ten Lives.

Photo credit: Sue Medlock

A FINANCIAL MOMENT

At your service

Hank Jongen, General Manager, Services Australia

HELLO everyone,

We all have times we need extra help, and many people may not be aware of the specialist support available from Services Australia.

We have social workers across the country who can help Australians in difficult situations.

Our social workers can give you short-term counselling, information, and referrals to support services in your local area.

Call us on your normal payment line if you want to talk to one of our social workers. You don’t have to be a customer to call.

If you live in a regional or rural area, one of our

three Mobile Service Centres - Blue Gum, Desert Rose or Golden Wattle – may come to your town or a town near you soon (if you haven’t already had a visit recently of course).

They offer services specific to the needs of regional and rural communities. These service centres on wheels also help with emergency on-theground support during disaster recovery efforts. Look on our website to see where our Mobile Service Centres are going next.

Services Australia also provides specialist phone services.

We have the Centrelink Indigenous Call Centre on 1800 136 380 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

customers who need help with our payments and services.

We also have the Centrelink Multilingual Phone Service where you can call us on 131 202 to speak to someone in your language.

Farmers can call the Farmer assistance hotline on 132 316 if they need help with the Farm Household Allowance.

Lastly, we have the Financial Information Service, which provides independent and confidential information and education. Our Financial Information Service Officers can help you make informed decisions about your current and future financial needs.

They help people wanting to save

for the future, returning to work, or managing a change in their circumstances like redundancy, compensation, or divorce.

You can find out more about the Financial Information Service on our website, servicesaustralia.gov.au

I strongly encourage anyone facing a big financial decision, like retirement, aged care, or managing a lump sum, to call the Financial Information Service on 132 300. Just say ‘Financial Information Service’ when asked why you’re calling. Like our social workers, you don’t have to be a customer to call.

Until next time, Hank Jongen.

Accessing Super

Damian Gibson, Financial Adviser and Partner, Elevate Wealth

SECOND to the family home, for most Australians, their superannuation is their next biggest asset. As workforce participation slows down or winds up completely, people want to access their superannuation to supplement their income.

As you get to that stage of your life it is helpful to understand the

Date of Birth

rules around accessing your super. To access your super benefit, you must satisfy a condition of release. Here we will discuss the most common ways superannuation can be accessed.

Between preservation age and 60 Preservation age is the earliest age where you can potentially access your super. In order to access your super, you must not only meet your

preservation age (table below) but also retire from any employment arrangements and satisfy the fund trustee that you do not intend to be gainfully employed for ten hours or more in any week in the future.

If you are accessing super benefits between preservation age and 60 there may be tax consequences depending on the withdrawal amount and how it’s withdrawn from the fund.

Preservation Age

Before 1 July 1960 55 years

1 July 1960 – 30 June 1961 56 years

1 July 1961 – 30 June 1962 57 years

1 July 1962 – 30 June 1963 58 years

1 July 1963 – 30 June 1964 59 years

After 30 June 1964 60 years

Meeting preservation age and starting a Transition to Retirement Pension (TTR)

If you have met your preservation age but intend to keep on working, you can access a portion of your super through a TTR which will pay you a regular income.

A TTR can be used to supplement income if you reduce your hours at work or can help you save money on tax while maintaining your current hours. One of many important considerations with a TTR is that you are obligated to withdraw a minimum of four per cent of the balance but no more than 10 per cent each financial year.

Between 60 and 64

If you are between the ages of 60 and 64 and have stopped working (regardless of how long

for) you will generally have full access to your super benefit. You also have the option to go back to work and retain access to your super. In most cases, withdrawals from your super are tax free after the age of 60.

Reaching 65

Once you reach the age of 65, regardless of employment status, the balance of your super becomes unrestricted non-preserved, meaning that the funds are no longer preserved and you have the ability to access your super.

Here we have only discussed aged-based conditions of release.

There are other conditions where super can be legally released to a member, such as permanent or temporary incapacity, terminal illness,

compassionate grounds, or severe financial hardship.

There are strict rules around accessing your super, and if accessed incorrectly penalties apply. Before accessing your superannuation, it is important to seek advice from a professional adviser regarding your situation.

There are also many things to consider before accessing your super including, tax consequences, impact on Centrelink payments, how it is accessed (income stream vs lump sum) and longevity risk.

Information in this article is of a general nature only and has not been tailored to your personal circumstances. Please seek personal advice prior to acting on this information.

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Our nurse led teams provide a full range of services in your home. Support & Care that will help you stay healthy and independent at home and within your community.

The District Nurses – Providing a unique approach to Home Care

THE District Nurses is not for profit and proudly Tasmanian organisation with local knowledge. We have been providing quality services to Tasmanians for 125 years – making us the oldest continuous community nursing service organisation in Australia.

The District Nurses was founded at a time of increasing concern about public health, when women were undertaking increased public participation, and nursing was beginning to be accepted as a profession.

The District Nurses are uniquely positioned to provide clients with a comprehensive range of services using a client-centred approach. Our team focus on promoting an individual’s abilities to contribute to their care needs, and what their preferences are, when tailoring services with the client.

Our clinical nursing team provides specialised nursing care and advice in both a client’s home as well as our onsite clinic in Moonah.

Our Home Care Package clients are supported by a knowledgeable and professional team of Case Managers from a variety of different backgrounds

including nursing. The Case Managers and Clinical Case Managers work together to provide excellent customer service to assist clients to navigate the aged care system.

The Home Care Package team works with clients to ensure they receive the right support at home from their package and that the services provided are of the highest quality.

Starting services with The District Nurses is as easy as making a phone call, emailing us, visiting The District Nurses website, or messaging us via Facebook. Referral can also be generated from the My Aged Care website.

We love to see our clients, so you could even just come to reception and chat to us face to face!

Taking a holistic approach to hearing loss and balance

TASMANIANS now enjoy the convenience of having earwax micro-suction and hearing tests in the same appointment, since the launch of Ability Hearing and Balance 18 months ago. Owner and audiologist Mr Nick Modrovich has been looking after the hearing health of Tasmanians since 2007.

Nick and wife Heidi - also an experienced audiologisthave been at the forefront of hearing healthcare for decades.

“We were the first to bring our hearing clinics out into the suburbs of Kingston, Glenorchy and Rosny back in 2010,” Nick said.

“We are now the first to offer a full suite of balance and vestibular testing in Tasmania. Patients no longer have to travel interstate to be tested.

“We offer the convenience of having all things audiology in one place.

“If you come to your hearing test or hearing aid adjustment with your ears full of wax, we can sort this out for you there and then. No need to reschedule your appointment to have your ears cleaned at the doctors.

“Balance concerns often go hand in hand with hearing loss, and we can talk to you about your symptoms at your hearing

test.

“We provide a holistic approach to audiology – our main point of difference is that we are a clinic, not a shop.

“If you are after amazing deals on hearing aids, we offer this too. We only fit major manufacturerbranded hearing devices so you know exactly what you are buying.

“And by supporting a local Tasmanian family, you are choosing to support your local community!”

Call us on 1300 327 776 to see why so many Tasmanians recommend Ability Hearing and Balance to their family and friends.

Nick

Tasmanian audiologists Nick and Heidi Modrovich bring a holistic approach to hearing care through Ability Hearing and Balance

The District Nurses has been caring for Tasmanians at home since 1896

The District Nurses has been caring for Tasmanians at home since 1896.

CTST on the lookout for volunteer drivers

DO you love to drive?

Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) is seeking volunteer drivers to join their team to provide door-to-door transport services for clients around the state.

For the past 30 years, CTST has been a trusted not-forprofit provider of affordable door-to-door community transport for eligible clients.

Kerry Pohle is one of the volunteer drivers who help clients maintain their independence and social connections by driving them to non-emergency medical appointments, shopping and social outings.

“I became a volunteer driver because I love people,” Kerry said.

“I particularly wanted to provide a service to people with a disability and help them get out and about in the community.

“I pride myself on delivering a good service and making clients feel comfortable while in the car with me, having a laugh or sing-along.”

Kerry has been a volunteer driver with CTST for more than three years and encourages anyone to get involved.

“When I’m out, if I hear

people looking for something to do while they are retired for example, then I’ll give them a flyer and encourage them to be a driver,” she said.

To be a driver with CTST, all you need is a valid driver licence and everything else is taken care of. Drivers are given the flexibility to choose the days they can volunteer and how far they are comfortable to drive.

Drivers are provided with a vehicle and comprehensive training. They receive support on the road and there is a generous reimbursement program.

For more information, email Michelle at peopleandcapability@ctst.org. au or visit www.ctst.org.au/ volunteer

Providing mobility for all

THE best way to get the right home care products or mobility aids is by talking with the experts at Mobility4All.

Located at 23 Derwent Park Rd, Mobility4All’s showroom is easily accessed with free parking right at the front door and is stocked with a large range of mobility products.

In addition to the wide range of mobility aids, Mobility4All also sell, service and repair mobility scooters, powerchairs, wheelchairs,

walkers/rollators and daily living aids, which enable customers to live at home for longer and get the most out of every day.

The staff at Mobility4All understand that everyone has different requirements, and they believe in the importance of discussing your circumstances – this way they can best advise you on which products are most suitable.

As a specialist store, Mobility4All appreciates the value of backing up its

products with after-sales service. So if anything goes wrong, the team who know the products inside-out will fix the issue either at the store or visit you in your home if required.

With a range of quality mobility products, Mobility4All boasts a huge range of goods and services to make daily living easier and more comfortable.

For more information, phone 6273 8300 or email info@mobility4all.com.au

Mobility4All offers freedom and independence for those with mobility issues

CTST volunteer driver Kerry Pohle

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Discover Seniors Week

WITH an overall theme of ‘enrich’ and its nowentrenched tagline ‘Discover.

Imagine. Together’, the 24th Tasmanian Seniors Week is set to go ahead from 17-23 October.

About 400 interesting and varied Seniors Week events will take place across the state this year - a significant increase from last year.

The majority of events are happening in the state’s south, with more than 40 available in the northern suburbs communities.

Physical activities include various exercise events for men and women, including

tai chi and cross-training - or meditation, for something less strenuous!

You can do line dancing (seated or standing), or enjoy the varied events at the Glenorchy Library including an introduction to podcasting, a film screening, and a good old knitting session.

An event for novice woodworkers in West Moonah is set to be popular, as will the concert at the Golden Years Club.

Dozens of events are also available in the Hobart area, including Lady Nelson sailing tours for the truly adventurous.

The official 80-page

Seniors Week events guide is now available free from outlets including Service Tasmania, Australia Post, libraries, council offices and community houses.

The guide again features the popular Daily Planner section, allowing readers to easily identify events that appeal to them and plan their Seniors Week activities.

The guide is also available on the COTA Tasmania website, cotatas.org.au/ seniorsweek

Seniors Week enquiries can be made by emailing admin@ cotatas.org.au or phoning 6231 3265.

MEALS ON WHEELS

TASMANIA 103a Grove Road, Glenorchy TAS P. 6272 0887 or 1800 696 325 E. office@mowtas.org.au

Hobart, Glenorchy and Eastern Shore

Meals on Wheels delivers meals to people of all ages, who wish to remain living independently in their own homes. We offer a range of nutritious, wholesome meals and cater for various dietary requirements. Meals can be provided up to seven days a week.

Please contact us if you would like to find out more about receiving our meals, or volunteering opportunities.

Celebrating life

TURNBULL Funerals has been supporting the families of Tasmania since 1936. Our experienced funeral directors are local to the community and understand the importance of trust, commitment and respect when arranging a funeral service.

We believe that no two goodbyes are the same and will ensure you receive a memorable service that truly reflects the life that was lived.

We have two chapels within our beautiful heritagelisted building that can cater to funerals of all sizes. The larger chapel is equipped with modern webcasting and audio-visual capabilities. You can continue the celebrations of life in our fully licensed

function room with a built-in bar.

Most importantly we are the only funeral home in Hobart with an onsite crematorium.

With Turnbull Funerals you will know exactly where your loved one is and who is caring for them, every step of the way.

Turnbull Funerals is a place for family and friends to come together when they need it most. Feel free to stop by 71 Letitia St, North Hobart to meet the team or tour the facilities.

At Turnbull Funerals, You can be the author of your own story

These days we’re able to plan for almost anything,

including our funeral. Traditionally this has been a taboo subject but now that has changed.

Planning means celebrating your life, your way - and saying goodbye on your own terms, ensuring you have a farewell that reflects you. You can take the opportunity to record your wishes by prearranging and prepaying a future funeral service at today’s price.

Saying goodbye is never easy, but with a little forward thinking comes peace of mind, security and protection of those we care for.

It only takes one phone call to start carrying out your wishes. Call us today on 6234 4711 or go to turnbullfunerals. com.au

Lucy’s greatest passion was playing her violin. When she died, we arranged for her band to play at her funeral. A spotlight marked her usual place, so she could be part of one last performance and take her final bow.

Turnbull Funerals knows how.

The best way to say goodbye is just the way they would have wanted.

There’s activities for everyone this Seniors Week

Turnbull Funerals’ chapel in North Hobart now offers webcasting of funeral services

Community Calendar

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ATHLETICS FOR MASTERS

Tasmanian Masters Athletics commences its summer season on 5 October. Track and field athletics for over-30s is held at the Domain Athletic Centre from October to March. People of all capabilities are welcome to come along and try. First time is free! Go to www. tasmastersathletics.org.au, phone 0402 314 079 or email tasmasterssec@gmail.com for enquiries.

AUSTRALIAN ARMY CADETS - 63 ARMY CADET UNIT

Within the Australian Army Cadets, you will experience: • Friendship, leadership and management skills. • Camping, adventure training, drones and STEM activities. Plus more! Parading Wednesdays from 1800-2100 at Dowsing Point. If you are aged between 13 & 17 years old, register your interest today! https://www.armycadets.gov.au OR email 63acu@armycadets.gov.au

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BEREAVED PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP

Bereaved parents meet for a social gathering in a local cafe on a Sunday afternoon every second month. Those wishing to join can phone 1300 064 068 for details. This Freecall number is also a 24/7 helpline for bereaved parents, siblings, grandparents and guardians. It is staffed by bereaved parents.

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CLAREMONT COMMUNITY LIBRARY

The Claremont Community Library is open every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 11am to 1pm. The library is run by an amazing group of volunteers and is located at the Claremont Memorial Hall on the corner of Main Road and Bilton Street, Claremont. For more information, call 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.

CLAREMONT GIRL GUIDES

There is an opportunity for girls of all ages to attend Girl Guides. Enquiries phone 0437075623.

COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF CLAREMONT INC

This social club welcomes active retirees seeking friendship, fellowship and fun. It meets on the first Monday of each month at Claremont RSL from 10am until approximately noon. The session comprises a short business meeting, followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Activities are at the suggestion of members. A lunch outing is organised on the second Sunday of each month. Annual subscription is now $20, meeting day $3. Contact secretary on 6118 2376.

CRAFT AND CUPPA

Come and join us for fortnightly Craft sessions at Montrose Presbyterian Church Hall, 2 Islington Rd. Bring some craft to work on or just come and chat. Plenty of parking. Contact Marj 0447 698 307 or Dorothy 62739553.

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DANCING PARTNER

I am interested in meeting a lady 45 to 55 years of age to partner me at social dances and some lessons. I am intermediate in Salsa, and

beginner in Ballroom and Rock N Roll. If you are interested in one, two, or all of the above dances please contact me on 0412 699 748.

DUSTY BOOTS LINE DANCING

Dusty Boots Line Dancing hosts line dancing classes for all fitness levels. Movements can be modified to suit individual abilities. The aim is to have a fun, no-pressure experience in a friendly atmosphere. Classes are held at the Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy) from 10am - 11.30am Tuesdays and 9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays. The cost is $5, paid on arrival. Bring water, and wear comfy clothing and shoes. For more information phone Sue Devine on 0417503429 or Regan Love on 0484056711.

GGENTLE 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. $5 a head which includes a sausage sizzle and cheap drinks. Bring your mates or come solo. Teams of four can be made up on the night. It’s a great night out where you get make new friends and whoop it up a bit. Many great players over the years started out simply by coming along and playing this great game of ours. For more information, phone the club on 6273 2293.

GLENORCHY STAMP CLUB

Meets first Tuesday of each month (excluding January) at 6:30pm at the Glenorchy Library meeting rooms, 4 Terry Street. Established in 1965, this club gives an opportunity to discuss, swap, buy and sell stamps. For more information, phone Frank Catania on 0488 439 498.

GLENORCHY CITY TENNIS CLUB

Open for community court hire, from 7am to 10pm. Court hire from $15 per court, per hour. Book your court online at play.tennis. com.au\glenorchycitytennisclub. Receive a unique PIN number to enter our gate. Bring your own racquet, balls and partner. New members always welcome. All enquiries to info@glenorchytennis.com.au or message us on Facebook. Professional coaching also available for adults, juniors and beginners. Phone Sahil on 0466098984.

GOODWOOD COMMUNITY GARDEN Join us for community gardening sessions at the Goodwood Community Centre every Friday from 9.30am - 12.30pm. We have shared plots, and approach gardening as an opportunity to learn. All ages and all abilities welcome. 20 Acton Cres, Goodwood. Phone Bec on 62722560 for more information.

GOLDEN YEARS CLUB

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

GOLDEN YEARS SCHOOL FOR SENIORS

A welcoming and fun weekly session that promotes lifelong learning, featuring guest speakers on a range of interesting topics including travel, history, local stories and much more. The cost is $4 each week. Phone 62738402 for a copy of the program. New members and guests always welcome.

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HOBART MINIATURE STEAM LOCOMOTIVE SOCIETY (HMSLS)

Located at Flagstaff Gully, the HMSLS operates a miniature railway. They cater for people with a passion for railways or an interest in any aspect of model engineering. You don’t need to be an accomplished engineer. New members are always welcome. For more information, visit www.hmsls.com

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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.

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LIBRARIES TASMANIA

The Glenorchy Library in Terry Street runs a range of community programs throughout the year, including: Rock & Rhyme. A free 30-minute lap-sit session ideal for babies up to 2 years of age featuring lots of fun songs, action rhymes and stories. Wednesdays at 10.30am or Thursdays at 10am. Story Time. A free 30-minute session which includes stories, rhymes, and action songs. Sessions are aimed at preschoolers aged 2-5 years. Tuesdays at 10am. Coffee, Cake & Computers. Build your confidence and digital skills by joining our weekly class for adults. Each week we explore a different topic. Mondays at 9.30am. Email glenorchy.library@education.tas.gov.au or phone 6165 5493 for more information.

LINE DANCING

Join Boots and All Line Dancing (a Bucaan Community House program) every Thursday at Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy). Beginner 9:30-10:25am ($3), Beginner 10:3511:30am ($3), Improver 11:30am-noon ($2). First-time dancers are welcome at any Beginner class but please phone to confirm there are no changes because of COVID. Our emphasis is on having fun. For more information, phone Laura on 0448 007 751.

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.

LOST DOG COLLARS

A $50 reward is offered for the return of two dog collars, red and grey, lost near Woolworths Glenorchy. Phone 0427 564 832.

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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

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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.

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NEW TOWN CROQUET CLUB

Come and try croquet at 3 St John’s Avenue, New Town. Entrance from Creek Road, behind the basketball courts. Please contact New Town Croquet Club secretary Lizzie Bassett on 0409 799 462 for more information. All very welcome. Flat shoes needed, equipment provided.

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PETANQUE CLUB CLAREMONT

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

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ROTARY CLUB CLAREMONT

The Rotary Club Claremont has 55 years of serving the community and meets Wednesday evenings at the Claremont RSL 9 Bilton street, Claremont 7011. Doors open 6pm for 6.30pm start. Contact secretary. claremont@rotary9830.org.au for any enquiries.

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SEATED LINE DANCING

Open to everyone, no matter their ability, Boots and All Seated Line Dancing classes are held at Chigwell Barn (10 Bucaan St, Chigwell) every Wednesday from 1-2pm. Entry is by gold coin donation. All choreography incorporates arms and legs, allowing students to pick moves that suit them. Dances can be done while seated, standing, or supported by the back of a chair. It’s a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

Phone Bucaan Community House on 6249 5363, email coordinator@ chigwellcommunity.org.au, or find us on Facebook for more information.

SINGING LESSONS

Group singing lessons for children aged 8-14 Geilston Bay. Please phone 0407 430 902 to book and appointment.

SQUARE DANCING

Square dancing sessions for beginners, couples and singles are currently being held in Bellerive, and are soon coming to Moonah. Events are held fortnightly on Tuesday evenings. For more information phone Iris on 0418 543 308 or email iweatherburn@hotmail.com

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TAI CHI

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

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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.

Golden oldies bowl ‘em over

THE indoor bowls group at Glenorchy’s Golden Years Club has been hitting the greens for more than 50 years now - staying active, enjoying each other’s company and having a laugh.

Joy Houston has

been involved for more than ten years, and encourages anyone who would like to try indoor bowls and make some new friends to come along and have a go.

“The great thing about this group is that its

available for people of all ages and abilities,” she said.

“We have players who have significant health or mobility issues however all turn up week after week and are supported to

Presented by: HOBART FM Radio

Tuesday

6am: Wake Up with Kaye Payne.

9am: Bringing Back the Memories with David Carr. Midday: Beats and Ballads with Phil Williams.

3pm: Tuesday Drive with Mal Dennis. 6pm: Mostly Folk with Helen Morrison/Ross Sermons.

8pm: Late Nite Hits with Marg.

play and be a part of a friendly group.

“It is just as much about the friendship as the bowls - although we have some amazing talent here too, like Kath who is a life member and been

playing with the group for decades.”

Indoor bowls is played at the Golden Years Club every Tuesday afternoon.

Many bowlers come for lunch before the games start at 1pm.

Kaye Payne

Monday

6am: Monday Breakfast with John Evans. 9am: Mandy’s Monday Morning Mix. Midday: 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.

10pm: Music of Your Life overnight

10pm: Night Owl Club with Ron Andersen. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Wednesday

6am: Wednesday Breakfast with John Evans. 9am: Bright and

Thursday afternoon bowls sessions rotate between the Golden Years, New Town and Sandy Bay clubs each week.

Membership to the club is $15 per year, and bowling costs $4 each week.

For more information, phone the club on 62728402 or come along to 314 Main Road on a Tuesday. Both beginners and experienced bowlers are welcome.

KAYE was born in Queensland and moved to Tasmania in 1992, becoming a Hobart FM listener shortly after.

In 2008 Kaye answered a request for volunteers to become part of the Hobart FM family, and for the past 14 years she has woken up listeners at 6am once a week as a Hobart FM breakfast presenter.

Kaye currently presents breakfast from 6 - 9am on Tuesday mornings, playing anything from classical through to country, jazz and today’s modern grooves.

She loves music and loves to entertain - why else would you get up at 4.30am to volunteer your time on a cold and frosty morning?

“I can’t think of a better thing to do,” Kaye says.

“Hobart FM has a family of people who tune in. They give us a call and send us messages on Facebook, and we know their life stories almost as much as we know our own.

“I also like to promote live music here in Tassie, and play local artists as much as possible.”

Breezy Mix with Kathy. Midday: Wednesday Lunch with Phil Tyson. 2pm: Showtime with Ron Andersen. 4pm: Revival show with Johnny Dallas. 6pm: Wednesday Jukebox with Robbo. 8pm: Country Jukebox with Russell. 10pm: Music of Your Life with Michael Holloway. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Thursday 6am Breakfast with Craig Cracknell. 9am: Magic Music Mix with Tom Payne. Midday: Music of Your Life with Karina

Ceron. 2pm: My Collection with Ken Tanner. 4pm: Drive with John Evans. 6pm: Serbian. 7pm: Chinese. 8pm: Contrasts in Classic Jazz. 10pm: Greek with Benny. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight

Friday 6am: Rise and Shine with Ria Walter. 9am: Songs and Stories with Brian Corr. Midday: Fridays with Mal Dennis. 2pm: My Favourite Music with Judi Forsyth. 4pm: Drive with Peter Johnston. 6pm: Good Times are Rolling with

Russell and Bob. 9pm: Rock On with Ray Kemp. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight with Craig Cracknell

Saturday 6am: Mostly Old But Something New with Tim. 9am: Polish. 10am: Croatian. 11am: Greek. Midday: World Music with Amanda Sims. 1pm: Music of Your Life with Amanda. 3pm: Various Presenters present The Music of Your Life. 6pm: Kick Back with Kenny White. 9pm: Music of Your Life. Midnight: Music of Your Life

overnight Sunday 6am: Chris Burrows Breakfast. 9am: German. 10am: Spanish. 11am: Irish Brian Corr. Midday: Italian. 1pm: Nepalese. 2pm: Dove c’e musica Italiana. 3pm: Movie Ticket Radio with Robert Ryan. 4pm: Music of Your Life with Tony Geeves. 6pm: Sunday Country with Bob and Russell Hevey. 9pm: Sunday Night Country with Wayne Crossin. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight

Joy Houston (third from left) with other Golden Years bowls members

THE Southern Tasmanian Netball Association (STNA) held its Annual Awards and Presentation Night for the 2022 season at Ladbrokes Park Elwick recently.

The largest netball association in southern Tasmania, featuring 12 clubs from across the Greater Hobart area, the STNA coordinates programs and competitions for participants of all abilities, starting from the age of five.

Last year the STNA had 2184 players hit the court, including 1052 juniors and 933 senior players.

Local Liberal Member

for Clark Elise Archer attended the Awards Night to present awards, and had the pleasure of presenting the Elise Archer STNA Club Championship shield to the Cripps Waratah Netball Club.

“As a sponsor and supporter of many local sporting and community clubs in my electorate, I was delighted to be able to attend in person again to show my support for the positive impact sport can play in our lives,” she said.

“Our local sporting clubs provide a significant role in the health and wellbeing of our community, and I am

committed to continuing my support to clubs in my electorate of Clark.

“The STNA Awards importantly recognise players, coaches and umpires and inducts life members to the Southern Tasmanian Netball Association.

“Congratulations to all recipients and those acknowledged and celebrated for their hard work and contributions to our community.”

Ms Archer said the 2022-23 State Budget allocated a $200,000 boost to Netball Tasmania, taking the total Tasmanian Government funding to Netball Tasmania to $500,000.

Eady Street upgrades open

THE much-needed million-dollar upgrades to Glenorchy’s Ian ‘Jessie’ James sportsground have been officially opened, helping an array of grassroots teams who use the ground and facilities.

Home to the Wellington Cricket Club and Glenorchy Rugby Union Football Club and also used by the Glenorchy Knights Junior Football Club, the Eady Street oval’s $1.18 million redevelopment included new home and away change rooms, an umpires room, a scorers room, a first-aid facility, new toilets, a canteen and bar, as well as a

function space for club and community events.

“This new facility will further underpin the Glenorchy community’s love of sport,” Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said.

“We are providing better infrastructure for sporting clubs so they can continue to thrive and provide even more opportunities for people to participate in sport, whether it’s as a player or club volunteer.

“Glenorchy City Council is thrilled to be able to support this project which goes to the very heart of ensuring grassroots sport can thrive and offer every opportunity for

people to get involved.

“Council has helped deliver a facility that will transform the way these sportsgrounds are used and loved.

“Sport and sporting clubs are very much part of the rich fabric of our community, and the council is extremely excited to see this project completed and open for use.”

Despite cost-increases and labour challenges that impacted the entire construction sector during the COVID pandemic, the project was delivered on schedule and within budget.

The new facility

was funded with $1 million from the Australian Government’s Community Development Grants Program, $113,000 from Glenorchy City Council and $77,000 from the State Government’s Community Sport and Recreation Grants Program.

“Local sporting grounds and facilities are a hub for our communities across greater Hobart,” Labor Senator Carol Brown said.

“I was proud to open the new sporting facilities, which received $1,000,000 of Australian Government funding.”

Nothing but net Magpies launch a sweeping review

THE Glenorchy District Football Club has engaged local consultancy group More Confidence Consulting to review its operations and engage with players, members and stakeholders to help develop a blueprint for future success.

Feedback from community consultation will inform the GDFC’s new ‘Beyond the Grass 2030’ blueprint, designed to help the club make a positive impact the local community, grow player and volunteer participation levels, attract investment, develop strong relationships with local grassroots clubs like

Claremont and New Norfolk, and create events at KGV that showcase the diversity of the northern suburbs.

General manager Nat Gulliver said if the club wanted to overcome current challenges and thrive in the post-COVID sporting landscape it needed a plan, an external voice, and the support of the local community.

“The club accepts that we need to be better on and off the playing field,” she said.

“Harnessing lived experience and expertise in this space and inviting an external voice to be part of this process was a logical step for the club.”

Over the next six

months, a series of interviews, workshops and forums will compliment recent on-field announcements that have seen former Brisbane Lion Aaron Cornelius recommit to the club as coach, former AFL players Jason Laycock and Ben Beams commit to the ‘Beyond the Grass 2030’ plan, and a number of former players agree to return to the club in on and off-field roles.

“Like all clubs across the country, footy clubs have a life cycle. At present, our club is committed to being the best version of itself it can be,” Cornelius said.

“We are united and

excited at what lies ahead for our club, on the playing field and beyond the grass.”

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said the GDFC holds a special place in the hearts and minds of many local residents.

“Given its modern facilities and central location as part of the broader KGV sport and recreation precinct, the club has a really important role to play as a community hub,” she said.

“I and Council look forward to supporting the club through this rebuilding phase and to helping realise the potential of our KGV sport and recreation precinct.”

Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer presents the shield to Cripps Waratah Netball Club president Sonia Shelverton

Senator Carol Brown and Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas at the official opening of the new Eady Street facilities

Glenorchy coach Aaron Cornelius and ruckman Jason Laycock

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THE Northern Suburbs Athletic Club is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2022, and will mark the milestone with a function next month.

The club was officially formed on 6 August 1962, at a meeting at the Glenorchy Council Chambers. The club had 42 competing athletes in the 196263 season and finished fifth in the interclub competition.

President David O’Brien said the club has a rich and varied history, including a 12year winning streak in the Southern Athletic Branch Interclub

Competition during the 1960s and ‘70s.

“One of our first coaches was Neil Davis, who became famous

for his exploits as a war photographer in SouthEast Asia,” he said.

“Some members have made a great contribution to athletics. Wayne Fletcher (OAM) is a Life Member of Athletics Australia and this season will participate in his 60th continuous season of track and field athletics.

“Simon Bennett and Josh Mason joined the club as juniors, competed at a high level and are now giving back to the sport through coaching, meaning that our next generation of athletes are in good hands.”

The Hazell Bros Glenorchy Fun Run is the club’s major annual event, with club member and

local athletics stalwart David Cresswell having competed in all 32 editions of the popular race.

Current club members include Australian representative sprinter Jack Hale, dominant distance runners Grant Page and Mel Daniels, and leading Tasmanian jumps athlete Brandon Clark.

The club also has a stable of promising juniors including Jessica Smith, Mikayla Ireland and Arden Petersen.

All the club’s past and present members – and anyone associated with Tasmanian athletics - is invited to attend the upcoming 60th anniversary function, with past members of

the Northern Suburbs Women’s Athletic Club that competed from 1964 to 1984 particularly encouraged to attend.

Some past members

are traveling from interstate to renew old friendships at the reunion, which will feature a display of club memorabilia from the past six decades. A

comprehensive 60th anniversary magazine is also in production.

The event will be held at Georges on the Park in Glenorchy on Saturday 12 November.

Tickets are $50. For more information and bookings, phone 0400 494 880, email nsac62@gmail.com or visit the club’s Facebook page.

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