Hobart Observer December 2022

Thousands of people of all ages –including these dedicated Clown Doctors – joined in the fun of this year’s Myer City of Hobart Christmas Pageant. Read all about it inside in City News.

HOBART is getting younger and more skilled and has growing confidence in its business sector, according to data from a new reporting tool designed to inform Council decisions.

Two new assets that will help prepare and position Hobart for the future, the State of the City and the Invest Hobart reports, were launched on 24 November during

Hobart’s inaugural State of the City event, which was attended by many of the city’s key stakeholders. The State of the City reporting brings together a range of data and information that will support the city to make well-informed decisions.

Focused on three key themes – people, economy and environment – the State of the City reporting will also be made available

as an online dashboard so it can be used by the Hobart community.

Hobart CEO Kelly Grigsby said the State of the City reporting would play an important role in helping Hobart navigate challenges and maximise opportunities.

“It is critical that our future planning is informed by complete, accurate and timely data,” Ms Grigsby said.

“In our current set of

data, for example, we can see that Hobart’s population with a bachelor or higher degree qualification has grown by 10 per cent in the past five years, which highlights the importance of our knowledge economy and attracting more jobs focused on science, research, innovation and sustainability.”

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“We’re seeing growing multiculturalism and diversity in our cities – as well as a global competition for talent and creativity that Hobart is so well placed to meet.”

HELLO everyone, I’m so honoured to have been re-elected to serve as Lord Mayor of this beautiful city for the next four years.

which is recyclable – they have been a tricky product to process due to binding glues, spines and covers made from other materials, and they can’t be recycled through the yellow lidded kerbside service,” Mr Holmes said.

And special congratulations also to Councillor Helen Burnet on her election as the Deputy Lord Mayor for a second term.

He said the success has been the result of a partnership with Oakdale Enterprises, a not-for-profit

New governance model

With the election of a new council, the City of Hobart has endorsed a new governance model that includes a move to:

• Monthly council meetings.

Being endorsed to be a leader of your community is a great achievement, particularly the first time it happens. So a very special congratulations to our newly elected members - Councillor Kelly, Councillor Elliot, Alderman Bloomfield, Councillor Posselt and Councillor Lohberger.

organisation that produces a wide range of quality products and services and trains and employs more than 80 people with a disability.

Hobart is the only Australian capital city to have popularly elected two women into city leadership. This endorsement of women’s leadership in Hobart is

“The recycling process involves Oakdale staff separating pages from covers, mixing the paper pages with other office paper material they collect and shredding it into

Hobart is changing, and so is this Council – I’m pleased Council is broadly reflective of the community that we serve. For all organisations, there is strength in diversity and there is strength in change and renewal.

governance for the health of our city.

Top row: Councillor Louise Elliot, Councillor Bill Harvey, Councillor Ben Lohberger, Alderman Louise Bloomfield, Alderman Marti Zucco, Councillor John Kelly, Councillor Ryan Posselt.

Bottom row: Councillor Zelinda Sherlock, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Helen Burnet, Lord Mayor Councillor Anna Reynolds, Alderman Simon Behrakis and Councillor Mike Dutta.

• Fortnightly planning committee meetings.

• Quarterly portfolio meetings.

As we settle into our decision-making role we’ll also learn much more about how often we need to balance competing interests in our community, as well as take on board facts and evidence that may challenge our long held perceptions.

For a thorough explanation of the new governance model visit hobartcity.com.au/council-model

project breathes new life into old books

a high grade recycled paper product that can be recycled into products such as containerboard, cardboard boxes, food packaging and paper towel products,” Mr Holmes said.

Being in a decisionmaking role is never simple but it’s an enormous privilege, particularly when dealing with some of the more challenging issues that we will no doubt confront in the coming term.

“The Resource Work Cooperative, which operates the South Hobart Tip Shop, is also involved in the program and books unable to be re-homed

can now be recycled into a range of new products.”

Facilities are available at the City’s Waste Transfer Station to place books in for collection and recycling.

The City of Hobart Waste Management Strategy 2015-2030 aims to achieve zero waste to Hobart landfill by 2030 and includes over 90 actions across a range of sectors.

The mix of new and incumbent, men and women, younger and older, as well as a diversity of cultural backgrounds and perspectives should make this a very interesting group.

Democracy was alive and well this election with more than 84 percent of the Hobart community registering a vote.

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Our challenge now as elected leaders is to pivot from a campaign mode of slogans and rivalry to a governance mode of consideration and collaboration.

Over the coming weeks and months many will be on a steep learning curve about our legislative roles and responsibilities.

We’ll become much more aware of the importance of stable

Our community has diverse views and don’t see things in black and white – evident in the interesting voting patterns we saw.

The truth is that Hobart voters have the wisdom to see good things in a range of candidates. I think we need to follow the lead of the voters of Hobart as we work together.

I hope that you have a wonderful Christmas celebration with your family and friends and I look forward to staying in touch with you into 2023.

My best wishes for the festive season, Anna

CBD feeling festive

SANTA Claus has made an early visit to Hobart this year, dropping in recently to finish decorating the Mawson’s Place Christmas tree by placing the star on top.

It officially marked the beginning of the festive season in the city, where local businesses are embracing the Christmas spirit after the impacts of COVID.

December is traditionally a big month for retail and hospitality operators, with the last pre-COVID figures (2019) showing that $152 million was spent in the Hobart LGA during the month.

More than 1.77 million transactions took place, with an average of $85 spent per transaction.

Council initiatives designed to bring people back to the city this December include free parking on the Regatta Grounds throughout the month; present wrapping in the Elizabeth Street Mall for a gold coin donation to charity (10-23 December, from 10.30am to 4pm); and a special mailbox in the Mall with a direct line to Santa Claus (1-16 December).

Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said the festive season was a time of great joy across

the city – and a perfect chance for people to support local businesses.

“We want to see the people of Hobart and surrounds returning to the city to support local businesses whether it be through buying Christmas presents, celebrating the end of the work year or catching up with friends and families,” Cr Reynolds said.

“Activating the city through the festive period has great economic benefits, but it also has great community benefits as well and we want to share these with as many people as possible.”

Anna Reynolds, City of Hobart Mayor

Hobart last month to place the star on top of the City of Hobart Christmas tree at Mawson Place

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Big buzz for small beekeepers

YOUNG beekeepers now have a purposebuilt shed where they can learn year-round, after the opening of the Tasmanian Junior Beekeepers’ new Bee Hub at Richmond last month.

The only youthfocussed beekeeping organisation in Australia, Tasmanian Junior Beekeepers has been teaching local children about the importance of bees to our environment

since 2017. Children learn all about bees, and are introduced to the practical skills needed to become a beekeeper.

The work of the group, which has been featured on the ABC’s ‘Landline’ and ‘BTN’, was recognised with the Fonterra Australia Agriculture Award at the recent Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards.

Young beekeepers, their families, sponsors,

stakeholders and dignitaries attended the grand opening of the new shed on 19 November.

“The shed will provide a space for more children to be involved in the fascinating world of bees,” Tasmanian Junior Beekeepers president Anita Long said.

“We’re so excited to finally be up and running in our new shed; built with the support of a generous donor along with a successful grant

application.

“The children regularly visit our hives for maintenance, jar and sell their honey and make and sell wax wraps and lip balms, head out on excursion to some of Tasmania’s largest pollination operations and the leatherwood forests, and many other fun activities.”

New members aged 7-17 are always welcome. Phone 0417 032 156 to get involved.

Toys, food needed by HCM

HOBART City Mission (HCM) is seeing the impacts of the increasing cost of living, with a 170 per cent increase in demand for support this Christmas, compared to last year.

HCM provides support every year through the Christmas Assistance Program (CAP). CAP provides food packs, food vouchers and toys for families who are struggling to make ends meet. It is often the difference between a child receiving a Christmas lunch and gifts, or going without.

The huge increase in demand this year paints a stark picture of the struggles currently facing the community.

Within two weeks of CAP applications opening, more than 620 were made - up from 231 applications in the same period last year.

This year’s applications represent 1138 children in need of support, as opposed to 424 last year.

New applications are arriving every day.

“What we’re seeing is no surprise really, but it does show just how much people in our community are suffering,” Hobart City Mission CEO Harvey Lennon said.

“We’re really quite worried about how we’re going to meet the demand this year. Not just for the toys and food packs we provide, but also for the financial support needed to provide supermarket vouchers.

“We’ve never had to turn people away from Christmas Assistance Program before, and we don’t want to start this year”.

HCM’s CAP is supported every year by the community who provide food, toys and financial donations to meet the demand.

How You Can Help:

HCM is running its annual Christmas Appeal to meet the demand, as

well as a Toy Drive and Food Drive.

Financial donations can be made online at hobartcitymission.org.au, by calling 6215 4200, or in person at the Hobart office (50 Barrack St).

Toy and food donations can be dropped at the Hobart office. Toy

donations can also be made online via hhobartcitymission.org.au

Toys should be new and left unwrapped. The most in-demand age category is nine years and over, so donations appropriate for these ages would be much appreciated.

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Junior beekeepers Audrey Long, Campbell De La Torre and Abbie De La Torre outside the new shed

Volunteers sorting toys at last year’s Christmas Assistance Program

THE Greater Hobart Mayors have welcomed the Australian Government’s $20 million commitment to the expansion of the popular Derwent Ferry Service.

Hobart Acting Lord Mayor Helen Burnet, Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas, Clarence Mayor Brendan Blomeley and Kingborough Acting Mayor Clare GladeWright released a joint statement expressing their pleasure at formally securing the funding, which was pledged by Labor in the lead-up to this year’s Federal Election.

The investment will expand Hobart’s commuter ferry service by constructing onwater terminals at new locations on the River Derwent. Several

locations are under consideration including Sandy Bay, Lindisfarne and Wilkinsons Point.

Bus services and active transport will be integrated with the terminals, designed to help ease congestion and give locals more choice in how to get around.

“We thank the Australian Government for honouring its election commitment by making a considerable investment in the future of the Derwent Ferry service,” Hobart Acting Lord Mayor Helen Burnet said.

“It has been terrific to see the public respond so enthusiastically to the current ferry service, including the Summer Saturday service which carried more than 6000 passengers last summer and is now a permanent

addition to the service.”

The federal funding commitment builds on the Tasmanian Government’s $19 million investment in the Derwent Ferry service in the 2022-23 State Budget.

“The Derwent Ferry has fast become a feature of our beautiful city,” Housing, Homelessness and Small Business Minister Julie Collins said.

“The Albanese Labor Government understands how important it is for us to deliver more public transport for our community.

“Labor is committed to investing in more affordable public transport and helping ease traffic congestion across Greater Hobart.”

Assistant Minister

for Infrastructure and Transport, Senator Carol Brown, said Hobart is a “river city” and the investment in the Derwent ferry service will take full advantage of that.

News from the HCC November meetings

7 November

TONIGHT marked the ceremonial swearing in and the declaration of office of the new Hobart City Council.

Councillor Anna Reynolds was returned as Lord Mayor with Councillor Helen Burnet the Deputy Lord Mayor also for a second time. Hobart remains the only Australian capital city to have popularly elected two women into city leadership.

The council marked the swearing in of five new candidates in Councillor John Kelly, Councillor Louise Elliot, Alderman Louise Bloomfield,

21 November

Graffiti racism motion

Council unanimously passed a motion raised by Cr Dr Zelinda Sherlock to seek to create a framework for reporting instances of prejudice and hate to Equal Opportunity Tasmania, through their established online reporting mechanism.

E-scooter hire trial motion

Cr Louise Elliot moved a motion relating to e-scooter safety strategies and reporting measures. Cr Ben Lohberger added an amendment in relation to e-scooter parking and safety. The motion and amendment were deferred by council to an elected member workshop.

Governing Hobart report

The Council endorsed a report provided by the City of Hobart chief executive officer Kelly Grigsby titled ‘Governing Hobart’.

Included in this report were a number of

Councillor Ryan Posselt and Councillor Ben Lohberger.

Cr Reynolds said now was a time to provide strategic leadership to the 650-plus City of Hobart staff and the wider Hobart community.

“Our city, like most cities around the world, is having to deliver our traditional services while being influenced and buffeted by significant national and global trends,” she said.

“As local decision-makers we need to be live to these trends and changes, while keeping our feet firmly on the ground.

recommendations around council decision making, a review of governance models, elected member portfolio chairs, portfolio committees, workshops, a delegated planning committee, governance framework and procedures and guidelines for meetings.

Elected members nominations were sought and filled the following portfolio chair positions:

City Economy – Ald Louise Bloomfield; Creative City – Cr John Kelly; Future Hobart – Cr Helen Burnet; Sustainability in Infrastructure – Cr Bill Harvey; Housing & Homelessness – Cr Mike Dutta; City Heritage – Cr Anna Reynolds; City Mobility – Cr Ryan Posselt; City Water –Cr Ben Lohberger; Welcoming & Inclusive City – Cr Dr Zelinda Sherlock; Healthy Hobart – Cr Louise Elliot; Planning Committee – Ald Simon Behrakis.

“Growing inequality, a housing affordability crisis for the young and those on low incomes, more extreme weather damaging our infrastructure, shrinking public sector incomes and growing inflation will affect the lives of our residents and the ability of our city to undertake our work.

“We’re seeing aging communities, growing multiculturalism and diversity in our cities – as well as a global competition for talent and creativity that Hobart is so well placed to meet.”

Delegates and members:

Lord Mayor Cr Anna Reynolds and Ald Simon Behrakis nominated and were appointed as council LGAT delegates.

Cr Ben Lohberger was appointed the TasWater Owner’s Representative and Deputy Lord Mayor Helen Burnet was appointed the proxy member for a maximum term of three years.

Cr Bill Harvey was appointed the Southern Tasmanian Regional Waste Authority representative.

Cr Ben Lohberger and Cr John Kelly were appointed as members of the Mt Wellington Management Trust, with Cr Anna Reynolds and Cr Ryan Posselt as proxy members.

Cr Helen Burnet and Ald Louise Bloomfield were nominated and appointed for membership of the Risk and Audit Panel for a period of two years.

Full meeting minutes can be found at www.hobartcity.com.au

Kingborough Acting Mayor Clare Glade-Wright, Hobart Acting Lord Mayor Helen Burnet, Senator Carol Brown, Housing Minister Julie Collins, Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas and Clarence Mayor Brendan Blomeley at Bellerive recently

Youth awards open

NOMINATIONS for the Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards are now open, as the search begins for incredible young people aged under 29 from across the state.

You can nominate an inspiring young individual into one of ten categories:

• Spirit Super Connecting Communities Award

• Colony 47 Courage to Grow Award

• Dental South First Nations People Achievement Award

• First National Real Estate Leadership Award Heather & Christopher Chong Community Service &

Volunteering Award

• St.LukesHealth Healthier Communities Award

• Motors Tasmania Sports Award

• Spirit of Tasmania Tourism and Hospitality Award

• TADPAC Print Service to the Disability Sector Award

• Awards Australia Small Business Achiever Award

To submit a nomination, go to www.youngachieverawards.com or phone 6234 9677 and pass on the nominee’s details.

Nominations close on 15 December. For assistance, email tas@awardsaustralia.com

Parties pop up across Hobart City

THE City of Hobart has showcased how Hobart’s diverse community celebrates the festive season with new Pop-Up Party initiative.

On 19 November, 11 Pop-Up Parties were held across the CBD, with a lively program of music, dance, crafts, food and games exploring some of the many ways the festive season is celebrated by different cultures, religions and countries around the world.

Some of the festivities included a traditional Pakistani wedding in the Elizabeth Street Mall,

Colombian celebrations in the Midtown Apartments Plaza, and a Peruvian party with traditional hot chocolate, biscuits, nativity scenes and alpacas in Collins Court.

Pakistani community representative Aimen Jafri said initiatives like this give communities a sense of belongingness.

“It encourages more migrants and more communities to get out and about in Hobart,” she said.

“People who attended our Pop-Up Party got to experience a dance performance, get photos

with the bride and groom, eat traditional Pakistani food, receive henna and participate in a dance workshop.”

Acting Hobart Lord Mayor Helen Burnet said the Pop-Up Parties brought the city alive with colour, movement, taste and smells.

“The City of Hobart believes the festive

season is for everyone, and this is a great way to celebrate diversity while enlivening the capital,” Cr Burnet said.

“It was so fantastic to see so many people from the community coming into the city to celebrate and explore the community groups and artists representing different customs.”

Aimen Jafri, Muhammad Zuhaib, Adil Muhammad, Nousheen Naz, Raiha (five) and Noor (four) were all involved in last month’s Pakistani Pop-Up Party

THE Hobart community has raised about $4000 for the Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation (ALNF) through this year’s Officeworks Literacy is Freedom Appeal.

The national Appeal, which took place in-store and online throughout October, raised a total of $650,000 for the ALNF, which provides vital education resources and learning support to children and communities in need.

All funds raised by the Appeal support the ALNF’s communityled literacy and language programs, which work to close the literacy gap for First Nations, refugee and other vulnerable Australian children.

To date, Officeworks has

supported more than 15,000 students in partnership with the ALNF.

“We are extremely grateful to Officeworks and each and every customer that has donated this year, and throughout the last decade,” ALNF Co-Founder and Executive Director Kim Kelly said “You are change-makers, standing with us to ensure that no child is left behind.”

Since 2012, Officeworks has contributed more than $4 million to the ALNF and has now supported more than 15,000 students. The retailer aims to help 30,000 students in need before 2025 as part of its People and Planet Positive commitments.

Corporate partnership with heart

TASMANIAN youth accessing services at The Link and headspace Hobart will now have access to life-saving defibrillators thanks to a corporate partnership with Xsquared Architects.

When someone suffers a cardiac arrest, blood is no longer being pumped around their body and early access to defibrillation is critical.

With each passing minute the probability of survival declines up to ten per

cent.

The Link CEO Miranda Ashby said with the large number of young people accessing services, having a defibrillator on site is very important.

“Link and headspace Hobart staff have received training on how to use the defibrillator and are ready to save a life if someone has a cardiac arrest,” she said.

“The sooner you use a defibrillator, the greater chance of survival in

the first few minutes whilst the ambulance is coming.”

Xsquared Architects director Peter Scott said he is proud not only to support young people at The Link and headspace Hobart, but also to provide valuable life-saving devices for the general public through Ambulance Tasmania’s AED Register.

“If just one life is saved, either through the defibrillators or the

vital services provided by The Link and headspace Hobart, then our partnership has succeeded,” he said.

Any young person, family or friends in need of support or consultation is encouraged to visit headspace. Support is also available via phone and online counselling service eheadspace seven days a week between 9am–1am. The number is 1800 650 890.

Trauma training hits home

PATIENT care and transport service CareFlight last month hosted a free trauma care workshop in Mount Stuart, aimed at building confidence in the emergency response abilities of locals in the community.

The Community Education Trauma Care Workshops are part of CareFlight’s grassroots initiative to create a resilient and healthier community across Australia.

Run by experienced doctors, paramedics and nurses, the workshops use lifelike medical manikins, simulated accident scenarios and specially designed simulation equipment to recreate high-pressure, hands-on environments

for training.

This ensures the training is realistic and applicable and improves participants’ ability to connect learning to realworld situations.

In addition to lifesaving skills, participants are taught essential leadership, teamwork, situational awareness and communication skills that will help them respond to traumas.

CareFlight Head of Operations, Education and Training Lara Miller said everyone should have the opportunity to be trained and equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence to respond to emergencies and help save lives.

“CareFlight is delighted to be able

to bring the training into the community, thanks to government grants and community fundraising,” she said.

“The first few minutes after an accident can mean the difference between life and death for the patient. First responders do an incredible job for their community and can be called and at the scene of an accident before additional medical help arrives.

“Through our partnership with local organisations, health services and emergency services, we are reinforcing the links in the chain of survival by ensuring that a higher level of care is available as soon as an incident occurs.”

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Officeworks Hobart staff Brock Warn, Brooke Lakos and Bee Winter

Xsquared directors Alex Newman and Peter Scott with The Link Youth Health Service CEO Miranda Ashby. Pic credit: Rosie Hastie

A recent Community Education Trauma Care Workshop in Hobart. Pic credit: CareFlight

Century up for Princes Street

PRINCES Street

Primary School has celebrated 100 years since it first opened its doors in 1922.

Current and past students, parents and staff gathered at the school last month for a walk back in time.

Over the course of a week the school hosted a range of activities to help mark the occasion, including more than 140 guided tours, an official celebration ceremony and tree planting, and an afternoon sausage sizzle for families.

There were also

corridor displays showcasing different eras of the school, and photo stops where visitors could compare historical photos of the school to how those areas look today.

Princes Street Primary School principal Ricky Oates said celebrating a centenary was a significant occasion for the school.

“There is a continued history of families coming through the school in generations, from grandparents to parents to children,” he said.

“It was a fantastic

opportunity to meet past students, teachers and principals and hear their stories and reminisce on times past.

“Princes Street Primary School is a real hub for people living in the Sandy Bay area.

“Our community is made up of over 20 nationalities and children and families from all different backgrounds but the care and respect the students display towards each other is exceptional and certainly continues to set the scene for perfect conditions for learning.”

Appeal nets $10k for Guide Dogs

GUIDE Dogs Tasmania’s annual Street Appeal has raised more than $10,000, which will go towards directly supporting Tasmanians living with a disability.

The organisation held its 2022 Street Appeal on 16 November, with volunteers and staff accepting donations from the public at several locations across the Hobart CBD.

Guide Dogs Tasmania Ambassador Dogs were available for pats, and several Guide Dogs in

Training were also on hand to thank supporters.

“We love chatting to everyone who stops by to say hello,” Guide Dogs Tasmania CEO Anna Presser said.

“It’s also a lovely opportunity to share our wonderful success stories with the community, stories made possible through their generous donations.”

Guide, Facility and Assistance Dogs change the lives of Tasmanians living with disability by opening up doors to new

experiences, opportunities and choices.

But it costs more than $50,000 and takes two years to raise, train, match and provide ongoing support to every dog that joins the training program.

The annual Street Appeal is an extremely important day for Guide Dogs Tasmania, which relies on donations from the public.

“Thanks to the generous support of the Tasmanian community, Guide Dogs Tasmania raised the incredible

amount of $10,336 at our Street Appeal,” Ms Presser said.

“To everyone who made a donation, purchased some merchandise, or volunteered to help on the day, thank you so very much.

“These vital funds will help us continue to raise and train Guide and Assistance Dogs, who change the lives of Tasmanians living with disability by providing safety, choice, inclusion and companionship.”

State of the City to inform HCC decisions

Other insights in the initial State of the City data include:

• a continued increase in Hobart’s diversity, with 28 per cent of residents born overseas and 21 per cent speaking a language other than English at home;

• a rise in the number of younger people, with the 25–34-year age group rising from 15 per cent in 2016 to nearly 20 per cent and Hobart’s median age reducing from 39 to 37; and

• a strong and growing development sector, with more than $300 million in development value created in the city in 2021-2022.

The Invest Hobart report aims to drive positive investment into Hobart, providing prospective investors with an understanding of the city’s natural strengths and identifying opportunities to leverage Hobart’s position as a

vibrant, liveable and connected global city.

Connected City director Jacqui Allen said the report would aim to build on the city’s already strong economy and level of business confidence, which includes a recent 10 per cent growth in locally registered businesses and a 12 per cent increase in gross value of production.

“We are a destination that is looking to attract investment that supports the Hobart community by driving economic growth and resilience to support existing and emerging sectors,” Ms Allen said.

“We have some great stories to entice investment to our city.”

Acting Hobart Lord Mayor Helen Burnet said both new assets would help the city work more effectively with partners and maximise opportunities for increased community wellbeing and economic growth.

Scooter trial to keep rolling over summer

HOBART’S e-scooter trial, which was set to end this month, will instead continue over the summer and conclude in March 2023.

Hobart and Launceston city councils have decided to extend the trials to allow for more data to be collected, and for newly elected councillors to attend micromobility transport workshops before the final report on the trial is prepared.

Rental e-scooters owned by private operators Beam and Neuron were introduced to Hobart and Launceston last December, following regulatory changes which allow both private and rental e-scooters to be used on most roads, footpaths and cycling trails across the state.

More than 530,000 individual trips have been taken in Hobart, with riders travelling a total of 624,000km. The trial period does not seek

to determine whether e-scooters should or should not be allowed to operate in Tasmania; but provides a formal mechanism for councils to play an advocacy role in managing the introduction of e-scooters to their cities, and to identify improvements that can be made.

“While the trial will continue, we have already received and responded to a lot of community feedback in regard to e-scooters,” City of Hobart Connected City director Jacqui Allen said.

“The city has undertaken surveys, introduced e-scooter parking bays, no-ride areas and learn to ride sessions for seniors and other users since the trial began.

“Listening to the community and hearing their feedback both positive and negative remains the number one goal of the council’s micromobility trial.”

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Current Princes Street students (front L-R) Lincoln and Leon (back L-R) Genevieve, Eve and Emily celebrate the school’s 100 years

Guide Dogs Tasmania staff at the merchandise stall during the recent Street Appeal in Hobart

Sowing seeds of local leadership

A COMMUNITY planting project during Seniors Week has helped to create social connectedness in diverse communities across Tasmania, including Dodges Ferry.

For the past 12 months, 23 Tasmanians have been designing, developing and implementing community projects through the Tasmanian Community Fund’s (TCF) Emerging Community Leaders (ECL) program.

With a focus on developing the skills and knowledge to positively contribute as a leader in any sector, ECL participants have been building their governance, finance, leadership, management, communication and project management skills.

Dodges Ferry resident Dawn Green worked in team of five to deliver their ‘Purposeful Planting’ project, which focused on gardening, sustainability and addressing social isolation in the older population.

Purposeful Planting was delivered in Glenorchy, St Helens, Zeehan, Launceston and Dodges Ferry, where older community members worked with Dodges Ferry Primary students to re-pot and water dozens

of plants and flowers at Okines Community House.

“The five community events created a safe space for celebration and connection between the older and younger generation,” Dawn said.

“Together, they got their hands dirty and enthusiastically planted herbs, sunflowers, pansies and tomato plants into pots, using rich compost produced by the community garden.”

Dawn said being a participant in the ECL program has been truly life changing.

“The ECL program provided me with a unique opportunity to learn leadership skills which can be translated back to my community,” she said.

“A great learning I took from the program is that being a leader can mean so many things to different people, and we were able to witness that through our interactions with local community leaders. It was very inspiring.”

Participants, mentors and supporters of the program will come together to celebrate at a graduation ceremony in February.

“This program affords the opportunity to people that have

the potential to be leaders to realise their full potential,” TCF chair Sally Darke said.

“The Emerging Community Leaders program teaches the participants how to work with people from other backgrounds, with different skills and opinions constructively and effectively to benefit the whole Tasmanian community.”

Puppet show’s golden years

PUPPETRY is not just child’s play, as Tasmania’s acclaimed Terrapin

Puppet Theatre proved on a recent visit to Glenorchy.

Terrapin performers entertained patrons at Glenorchy’s Golden Wattle Cafe last month as the company roadtested elements of its new program designed for aged care settings, ‘Forever Young’.

After 12 months of research and development including experimenting with puppetry in aged care homes and observing the interactions, activities

and behaviours of the residents, Terrapin has created a unique full-day program of interactive performance, bedside visits and staff resources, believed to be the first of its kind in Australia.

Terrapin says aged care settings – with residents’ rich collection of life experience and stories – present the perfect opportunity for puppetry to be used as a tool for engagement, excitement, connection and reflection.

Sessions are being observed by Terrapin research partner the University of Tasmania,

to ensure maximum impact.

The new show was certainly a hit with the Golden Wattle crowd, which included Golden Wattle regulars and volunteers plus visitors from local aged care facilities.

The audience was enthralled by the performance, before tapping their feet and enthusiastically singing along when the Terrapin cast broke into renditions of classics like ‘You Are My Sunshine’.

“Everybody loved it – they thought it was funny, interesting and

inclusive,” Golden Wattle Cafe president Agnes Frith said.

“It was really nice to see them interacting so freely with the Terrapin cast.”

Terrapin plans to take ‘Forever Young’ to aged care residences across the state in 2023, including two return visits to the Golden Wattle Cafe. Terrapin envisages that the program will lead to further projects around Australia.

The company is raising money to help to take the show on the road; go to its website to make a donation.

Nepal Festival connects communities

“It is a delight to continue to

Organised by the Non-Resident

The colourful event featured traditional Nepalese food, dance, art and music, all based around the theme ‘One Country, Many Stories’.

Long-time supporter of the Nepalese community in Tasmania, the Attorney-General and Member for Clark Elise Archer, spoke at the event.

“One thing we have learned over the past few years through the pandemic is the importance of connection with and amongst community.

“This event is not only for the Nepalese community. It is an opportunity for us all to learn from each another and break down social and cultural barriers. Festivals like this are valuable, not only for social cohesion but to promote business enterprise through things like trade and tourism.”

It is hoped the festival will become an annual event.

Mackenzie Archer

Terrapin Puppet Theatre performers Brett Rogers (front), Rosie Grayson and Bella Young (in van) with Lorraine Rimon, Golden

Years Club president Agnes Frith, and Rae Mathews

HOBART’S Parliament Lawns were filled with vibrant colour and movement on 6 November when the state’s Nepalese community gathered for the inaugural Nepal Festival Tasmania.

Nepali Association, Nepal Festival Tasmania was an opportunity for the Nepalese community to foster an even stronger connection with the broader Tasmanian community.

support one of Tasmania’s, and indeed Australia’s, fastest growing culturally diverse communities,” Ms Archer said.

Elise Archer at the festival with Nepal’s Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency, Kailash Raj Pokharel and his wife, Basudha Nepal Pokharel

(L-R) Dodges Ferry Primary School students Jarrah and Charlie helping to re-pot flowers and plants during the Purposeful Planting day at Okines Community House (above) and fellow student Willow getting her hands dirty (below)

Boat lovers wooden miss this festival

AFTER a four-year hiatus

the much-loved Australian Wooden Boat Festival (AWBF) will return to Hobart in February, with 450 vessels from across the country expected to arrive for the largest iteration of the festival yet.

The four-day festival will take over the Hobart waterfront from February

10-13, showcasing Tasmania’s rich maritime history and continued links to the water through tourism, seafood, trade and leisure.

With a key focus on legendary Australian boat builders and designers, the 2023 festival will include ten hulking ships from Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania and the renowned ‘Duyfken’ vessel from

the Australian National Maritime Museum.

“We are inviting craftsmen and women down to run workshops at the Blundstone Noisy Boatyard where festival goers will have the opportunity to meet contemporary wooden boat builders and designers from across the country,” AWBF general manager Paul Stephanus said.

“We have often featured other nations at the AWBF, but with so many great things happening across the country, we are excited to showcase what Australia has to offer.

“Every state will have a boat builder represented who will be showcasing their new projects.”

Festival patrons can also expect a massive entertainment

program, with the Hobart waterfront set to showcase music, theatre, on-water activities, presentations, live cooking displays and much more.

Destination Southern Tasmania CEO Alex Heroys said it is great to have the full festival back after the impacts of the COVID, with organisers expecting the event to attract about 12,000 visitors to the state.

“The Australian Wooden Boat Festival is really one of the jewels in our crown of summer events here in Tasmania,” he said.

“There will be tens of thousands of people coming for this festival and they will be spreading their economic benefit not just in Hobart but all across the state.

“Wooden boat building is it is a part of

Tasmania’s DNA, with a number of regional areas leaders in the industry.

“This will take festival goers out of the city and into these regional areas which in turn will have flow on benefits for local communities.”

To find out more about the 2023 Australian Wooden Boat Festival visit australianwoodenboat festival.com.au

Rosetta marks Jubilee

ROSETTA Primary School received an Australian Government Grant in early 2022 to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee for Her Majesty, the late Queen Elizabeth I1.

On Tuesday 15 November, Rosetta Primary hosted an event with staff, students, dignitaries, and community members to commemorate the official opening of the school’s Friendship Grove Garden.

This project further developed the school grounds and it was an honour to have it recognised through the lens of the extraordinary life of The Queen and how, throughout her

time as monarch, she valued looking after the environment.

The memorial grove fulfilled one of The Queen’s goals: the request to the public to plant as many trees as possible for her Platinum Jubilee. Here at Rosetta Primary School we have contributed to that green canopy, thanks to the beautiful selection of advanced trees.

Our students, staff and families will visit the space shaded by the trees, enjoy the natural views down to the Derwent River and appreciate a sense of calm. It has already been enthusiastically received by the

students, with many walking in groups or pairs together to sit in the space and muse.

By creating the Friendship Grove at Rosetta Primary School,

we are continuing the wishes of The Queen: to create “a legacy in honour of her leadership… which will benefit future generations”.

Rosetta Primary School creates a learning environment where students develop as confident and creative learners.

Our students receive opportunities to extend their thinking into actions through a caring and supportive environment, with a focus on wellbeing.

Rosetta Primary supports students on their aspirational journey to academic excellence and future learning.

Mackenzie Archer

Jubilee celebrations at Rosetta Primary

(L-R) AWBF program coordinator Bella Laughton-Clark, senior skipper Bernard Smith and AWBF general manager Paul Stephanus with deck hands Rob Foale, Andrew O’Brien and James Andrewartha on board the ‘Egeria’

Final student film festival winners hit big screen

THE final ever winners of the MyState Bank Student Film Festival have been announced, with the long-running event coming to a close after two decades of supporting aspiring Tasmanian filmmakers.

Finalists in the popular annual competition’s primary school, secondary and university categories showcased their work at Hobart’s Theatre Royal last month, after being shortlisted from almost 300 short films entered by students across Tasmania and around Australia. More

than $20,000 in prizes was awarded across 26 categories.

This year’s panel of judges included highprofile Tasmanians from the worlds of film, television, animation and cinematography, along with Australian Media Hall of Fame cinematographer David Brill and Premier Jeremy Rockliff.

Friends’ School year 10 students Sam Jones and Rupert Bullard won Best Film – High School, Best Cinematography and Best Music Video for their music video, ‘The Ocean’.

“I have been entering films in this competition since I was in year four and I couldn’t be more grateful for all the opportunities it has granted me,” Sam said.

Sam is hoping to have a career in film when he completes his secondary studies in 2024.

“This film festival really inspired me to start film making and now producing films and exploring new concepts is such a big part of my life,” he said.

Film teacher Graham Gates has been involved with the MyState Bank Student Film Festival since its inception in 2002.

“Young students were producing films for their mums, dads and fellow

students to see, but nobody else was getting a chance,” he said.

“The past 20 years has been a fantastic opportunity for young, emerging film makers to show the general public their talents.”

Graham said it has been bittersweet celebrating the final iteration of the festival.

“The talent and creativity I have seen in the past 20 years has been phenomenal and I really hope that the festival can continue in some form,” he said.

Dominique dominates Allied Health Awards

HOBART’S Dominique Higgins has been named Rehabilitation Counsellor of the Year at the 2022 Australian Allied Health Awards.

Law reform to protect women

THE Family Law Pathways Network recently delivered two events focused on law reforms designed to strengthen Tasmania’s legal responses to family and sexual violence.

The Criminal Code Amendment Act 2022 progressed by AttorneyGeneral and Minister for Justice Elise Archer introduced a new stand-alone criminal offence for non-fatal strangulation, choking and suffocation, and amended the definition of consent.

Ms Archer said the Government is committed to doing everything it can to ensure that all Tasmanian women, as well as the broader community, remain safe and protected.

“I prioritised the development of

this important reform because, as we know, it can tragically be a precursor for escalation in the severity of family violence,” she said.

“As Attorney-General I am always mindful of the significant value that specific, targeted offences can have in terms of increasing community education and awareness of criminal behaviour.

“This legislation strengthens our laws and sends a strong and very clear message that this criminal behaviour will not be tolerated.

“To further this work, I have a clear focus on progressing an extensive law reform agenda, to further protect and support victims and survivors of crime.”

Dominique’s journey into the field of rehabilitation counselling saw her overcome a series of unique lifechanging circumstances that she now draws on to effectively help others.

Dominique said she was very humbled by the award.

“I grew up in a lower socio-economic area within Tasmania and was one of the only people in my neighbourhood to have attended and graduated from university,” she said.

“My background provided me with a solid and humble grounding and a deep appreciation, empathy and insight into the experiences of many others, and I was lucky to have incredible support from my family.

“At the age of 20, when completing my Psychology Undergraduate Degree, my partner at the time was diagnosed with Stage IV Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. I became a carer while working two jobs and continuing my studies.

“Caring for someone undergoing intensive chemotherapy, radiation therapy, a stem-cell transplant - and all that comes with the cancer journey - was life changing and is ultimately what led me into the field of rehabilitation counselling.”

After receiving the Jim Bacon Foundation Scholarship and completing a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counselling in 2008 through the University of Tasmania, Dominique has gone on to become a health and wellbeing specialist and senior rehabilitation consultant.

Having worked with Rehab Management for almost seven years, Dominique has played a major role in delivering the MyPulse program, providing health and

1000 Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management and Ambulance Tasmania staff.

wellbeing coaching to more than

Radio presenters Jimmy and Nath with their MyState Bank Student Film Festival ‘mini-Jimmy and Nath’ co-hosts

Friends’ School grade 10 students Sam Jones and Rupert Bullard, who won three awards for their music video ‘The Ocean’

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Elise Archer at the Family Law Pathways Network in Hobart

Rehabilitation Counsellor of the Year, Dominique Higgins

Hobart Airport Marathon run set to return in 2023

FOLLOWING a successful inaugural event, the Hobart Airport Marathon will return in the new year with a new date so keen racers won’t have to wait as long to run the iconic waterfront route.

A huge crowd of 3999 people took part in the first marathon event on 25 September 2022, with close to 600 flying in from interstate and beyond. One race participant, Michael Booth, flew to Hobart to complete his 94th marathon!

Strong interstate attendance is expected for the next marathon on Sunday 2 April 2023, providing a positive boost to local businesses.

“People who travel to take part in such events will often arrive a few days ahead of the race to rest and relax before they compete,” Hobart Airport CEO Norris Carter said.

“Many competitors

will bring their families for support, turning the trip into a short holiday, supporting local tourism operators, restaurants and retail businesses while they’re here.”

The course begins on Hobart’s iconic waterfront, winds along to the Domain, through to historic Battery Point and Sandy Bay.

Competitors can register for the full marathon (42.2km), the half marathon (21.1km), 10km, 5km events and the mini 2km marathon.

Hobart Airport has confirmed that Variety the Children’s Charity will once again be the major beneficiary of the event.

“We’re encouraging people to race for a reason and raise money for a cause,” Mr Carter said.

“Hobart Airport is privileged to work closely with Variety who provide support to disadvantaged children in Tasmania, making

sure that no one gets left behind.”

Registrations are open now for the next

marathon event which offers plenty of activities for competitors and their families, with

the PW1 forecourt being transformed into a family area with face painting, balloon

modelling, musical performances and more. Register for the marathon at

hobartmarathon.com. au and follow Hobart Marathon on socials to stay up-to-date.

The Variety heart mascot at the starting line for the Hobart Airport 2km mini marathon held as part of the inaugural race day events

Bonorong animals benefit from Robin Hood

ROBIN Hood and her merry band have paid a visit to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, for two excellent reasons.

Robin, who is more familiar with the squirrels and foxes of Sherwood Forest, wanted to get to

know Tasmania’s animals as she prepares to star in Big Monkey Theatre’s annual family show in the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens next month.

While at Bonorong, she also presented director Greg Irons with a cheque

for $5000 to help with the sanctuary’s work in saving the state’s wildlife.

Robin Hood did not steal the money from the rich to give to the poor - it was donated by generous benefactors who are also supporting Big Monkey

and other worthy causes. Solicitors at legal firm Shields Heritage helped the benefactors set up their philanthropic initiative, and in return asked for a donation to be made to Bonorong. The benefactors were already

helping a wildlife hospital in Queensland, and were delighted to agree.

“Our benefactors obviously have a passion for helping both the performing arts in Tasmania and deserving wildlife projects,” Big

Monkey chair Jeff Michel said.

“We cannot underestimate the valuable contribution these generous donations make to organisations such as Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Big Monkey

Theatre, and therefore our community in general.

“We cannot thank them enough.”

Big Monkey Theatre presents ‘Robin Hood’ in the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens from 3-22 January.

‘Robin Hood’ stars Sara Cooper and John X present Bonorong director Greg Irons with a cheque for $5000

SUMMER

Meet your new City Council

THE END of a hotly contested local election campaign saw the introduction of five new elected members to your Hobart City Council.

Councillor Anna Reynolds was returned as Lord Mayor. Councillor Helen Burnet was elected Deputy Lord Mayor for a third time.

The council marked the swearing in of five new candidates in Councillor John Kelly, Councillor Louise Elliot, Alderman Louise Bloomfield, Councillor Ryan Posselt and Councillor Ben Lohberger, replacing Jeff Briscoe, Damon Thomas, Jax Fox, Will Coats and Peter Sexton (retired).

Cr Reynolds said now was a time to provide strategic leadership to the 800-plus City of Hobart staff and the wider Hobart community.

“Our city, like most cities around the world, is having to deliver our traditional services while being influenced and buffeted by significant national and global trends,” Cr Reynolds said.

“As local decision-makers we need to be live to these trends and changes, while keeping our feet firmly on the ground.

“Growing inequality, a housing affordability crisis for the young and those on low incomes, more extreme weather damaging our infrastructure, shrinking public sector incomes and growing inflation will affect the lives of our residents and the ability of our city to undertake our work.

“There are also so many new exciting and smart solutions to urban challenges and innovations

PORTFOLIOS & PLANNING COMMITTEE

• Climate Futures: Lord Mayor

Cr Anna Reynolds

• City Heritage: Lord Mayor Cr Anna Reynolds

• Future Hobart: Deputy Lord Mayor Cr Helen Burnet

• City Economy: Ald Louise Bloomfield

• Creative City: Cr John Kelly

• Sustainability in Infrastructure: Cr Bill Harvey

making all cities more liveable.

“We’re seeing growing multiculturalism and diversity in our cities – as well as a global competition for talent and creativity that Hobart is so well placed to meet.”

• Housing & Homelessness: Cr Mike Dutta

• City Mobility: Cr Ryan Posselt

• City Water: Cr Ben Lohberger

• Welcoming & Inclusive City: Cr Zelinda Sherlock

• Healthy Hobart: Cr Louise Elliot

• Planning Committee: Ald Simon Behrakis

New governance model

With the election of a new council, the City of Hobart has endorsed a new governance model that includes a move to:

• Monthly council meetings.

NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL

Top row: Councillor Louise Elliot, Councillor Bill Harvey, Councillor Ben Lohberger, Alderman Louise Bloomfield, Alderman Marti Zucco, Councillor John Kelly, Councillor Ryan Posselt.

Bottom row: Councillor Zelinda Sherlock, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Helen Burnet, Lord Mayor Councillor Anna Reynolds, Alderman Simon Behrakis and Councillor Mike Dutta.

• Fortnightly planning committee meetings.

• Quarterly portfolio meetings.

For a thorough explanation of the new governance model visit hobartcity.com.au/council-model

Waste project breathes new life into old books

A CITY OF HOBART recycling initiative has resulted in more than 1000kgs of books being saved from landfill.

The City’s cleansing and solid waste policy coordinator Jeff Holmes said the process of recycling books wasn’t as straight forward as most think.

“While books are predominately paper –

which is recyclable – they have been a tricky product to process due to binding glues, spines and covers made from other materials, and they can’t be recycled through the yellow lidded kerbside service,” Mr Holmes said.

He said the success has been the result of a partnership with Oakdale Enterprises, a not-for-profit

organisation that produces a wide range of quality products and services and trains and employs more than 80 people with a disability.

“The recycling process involves Oakdale staff separating pages from covers, mixing the paper pages with other office paper material they collect and shredding it into

a high grade recycled paper product that can be recycled into products such as containerboard, cardboard boxes, food packaging and paper towel products,” Mr Holmes said.

“The Resource Work Cooperative, which operates the South Hobart Tip Shop, is also involved in the program and books unable to be re-homed

can now be recycled into a range of new products.”

Facilities are available at the City’s Waste Transfer Station to place books in for collection and recycling.

The City of Hobart Waste Management Strategy 2015-2030 aims to achieve zero waste to Hobart landfill by 2030 and includes over 90 actions across a range of sectors.

CHRISTMAS has returned to Hobart in a big way – and there is still more to come.

The city is abuzz with the lighting of the big tree at Mawson Place, activation of the Town Hall, the return of the much-loved Myer City of Hobart Christmas pageant, Santa’s Letterbox and scavenger hunts.

More than 20,000 Christmas lovers flowed into the CBD to see the pageant’s return after a three year absence.

It was the 40th running of the event, with 40 floats representing a diverse mix of community groups, multicultural associations and other organisations.

Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis was a hit in his gnome outfit, spreading the word on the native Australian Christmas theme by handing out

packets of seeds from the Our City Canopy float.

“No outfit required, I could have just been the gnome anyway,” Costa told ABC radio.

“Wow, when I walked from where I was staying in Macquarie Street down to the float marshalling area, there was a buzz in the air.

“People were set up with their picnic rugs and chairs, and there were children as far as the eye could see.

“It is a special event. As an adult you might go, ‘what is it, rah, rah’, but there were so many different groups.

“That’s what makes it, it is saying, ‘we are people of Hobart and we are all different’.”

Despite the celebrity status of Costa, even he was no match for the main event – the arrival of Santa Claus.

The return of Hobart’s Christmas pageant was marked by two very special guests, Gardening Australia’s Costa Georgiadis, and Santa. Photos: Alastair Bett

But the end of the pageant did not mean the end of the festivities, with pop-up parties around the CBD celebrating Pakistani, Peruvian and Columbian cultures and celebrations.

The pageant also saw the start of two scavenger hunts with participants helping Santa find his lost reindeers using a podcast to pick up clues to find shops where

they are hiding. To take part visit hellohobart.com.au.

This year also sees the return of community Christmas carols.

The City of Hobart has provided grants for four carol events starting with Carols at John Turnbull Park in Lenah Valley (Dec 10), followed by Christmas Carols at St David’s Cathedral (Dec 11 and 13),

Carols on the Hill at Guilford Young College (Dec 17) and Christmas Carols in Mount Stuart (Dec 18).

Shoppers haven’t been forgotten, with free parking on the Regatta Grounds until Christmas Eve, and on Saturdays there is a free shuttle bus from 9.30 am to 2 pm from the Regatta Grounds to the CBD throughout December.

THE TEAM from the new Greater Hobart bushfire resilience project, Sparking Conversations, Igniting Action, has been enlisting locals in Mt Nelson, Lenah Valley and South Hobart in this new pilot project.

One of the first to become part of the project is Wendy Andrewartha, who was drawn to Mt Nelson in 2002 by its beautiful bush setting.

“I’m a country girl and I like a nice rural setting, that’s why we decided to buy this property,” she says.

The garden Wendy inherited carried fire risks, which she reduced by removing trees and bushes close to the house and by creating a cleared area between the back of her house and the adjacent fuel break zone.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS WRAPPED FOR A CAUSE

Pop into Elizabeth Mall to have all your gifts wrapped for a small donation that will help support the local community.

• High-quality, sustainably-sourced wrapping paper in fun and stylish prints and colours.

Christmas lights up Hobart Wear red f r Dark Mofo As Tasmanian as we can make it 8.30am to 3pm, Salamanca Place salamancamarket.com.au

• Gift wrapping available 10 am to 4 pm, Monday 12 December to Friday 23 December.

The work Wendy has done on her garden shows you can have a beautiful garden that also helps protect you and your house during the bushfire season.

For tips on how to prepare your own home for bushfire and to follow this exciting new Greater Hobart project visit sparkingconversations. com.au

Wendy Andrewartha at her home in Mt Nelson.

YOUR TASMANIAN TOURISM EXPERT • Tour, transport and accommodation bookings • Travel information • Award winning service 03 6238 4222 20 Davey Street, Hobart hobarttravelcentre.com.au

SUMMER OF FUN

HOBART EVENTS CALENDAR

CHRISTMAS CAROLS

Hobart comes alive to the sound of Christmas carols including two free concerts at St David’s Cathedral, compared by musician Madeleine Dyer and supported by a local choir and orchestra. A vocal quartet with Sanya Jones, Madeleine Dyer, Simon Milton and Matt Anning will perform during the cathedral concerts.

• Christmas Carols at the Cathedral: St David’s Cathedral – Sunday 11 December at 2 pm and Tuesday 13 December at 6 pm.

• Carols at John Turnbull: John Turnbull Park, Lenah Valley – Saturday 10 December, family fun at 4pm and carols at 6pm.

• Carols on the Hill: Guilford Young College school oval, Hobart – Saturday 17 December. Gates open 5.30 pm, concert 7-9 pm.

• Christmas Carols in Mt Stuart: Mt Stuart Hall, 14 Byard Street, Mount Stuart – Sunday 18 December, family picnic from 5.30 pm, concert 6.30-8 pm.

DEC 18

LATINO VIBES FESTIVAL

Long Beach in Sandy Bay will host a day of vibrant Latino culture and fun with a salsa workshop, Latin DJ, family entertainment and Christmas carols.

MORE: facebook.com/TasLatinoVibes

TASTE OF SUMMER

Enjoy more than 80 food and drink stalls showcasing the best and freshest produce from around Tasmania. Kicking off on December 27 and running until 2 January the Taste is perfect for relaxing with family and catching up with friends. This year there will be more dedicated kids areas, new outdoor lounge areas and more space to enjoy Hobart’s waterfront.

MORE: tasteofsummer.com.au

BUSH ADVENTURES

SYDNEY TO HOBART YACHT RACE

A strong fleet with an international flavour and multiple former winners will compete for line honours in this iconic ocean race.

MORE: rolexsydneyhobart.com

MELBOURNE TO HOBART YACHT RACE

Preparations are in full swing for the 50th Melbourne to Hobart yacht race. See the yachts as they arrive in Hobart.

MORE: orcv.org.au

MORE: hobartcity.com.au/bushadventures

A-LEAGUE FOOTY

The A-League comes to North Hobart Oval when Western United FC faces off against Sydney FC.

MORE: wufc.com.au & sydneyfc.com

PHOTO: ALASTAIR BETT

CALENDAR

HOBART EVENTS CALENDAR

JAN 26

FEB 5

FEB 10-13

FEB 11-13

SANDY BAY REGATTA

One of the longest running regattas in the world the Sandy Bay Regatta is always a summer highlight.

MORE: sandybayregatta.com.au

IRONMAN 70.3 TASMANIA

Hobart will provide a playing field like no other for Ironman 70.3 Tasmania.

MORE: ironman.com/im703-tasmania

AUSTRALIAN WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL

This festival brings together the largest and most beautiful collection of wooden boats in the southern hemisphere to Hobart’s waterfront.

MORE: australianwoodenboatfestival. com.au

HOBART REGATTA

Help celebrate the Royal Hobart Regatta’s 185th anniversary on the River Derwent and the Queens Domain with three action-packed days of activities.

MORE: royalhobartregatta.com

FEB 24-26

MONA FOMA

FESTA ITALIA

MORE: facebook.com/FestaItaliaHobart

MARCH 24-26

MARCH

Mona’s summer festival is back again from 24-26 February. There’ll be plenty of art, music and everything in between across Hobart – including big international acts at Mona, and late night parties.

MORE: monafoma.net.au

KUNANYI MOUNTAIN RUN

This epic running, bushwalking and mountain biking event celebrates and embraces the beauty and wild nature of Hobart’s mountain, kunanyi/Mt Wellington.

MORE: kunanyimountain.run

HOBART CURRENT

A mesmerising showcase of contemporary artists working across visual art, performance, music, film, design and literature.

MORE: hobartcurrent.com

HEALTHY HOBART

Healthy Hobart continues throughout February and March with great activities for the whole family including tennis, yoga, tai chi and dance sessions for the kids.

All activities are free and suitable for all ages and abilities.

Let’s get moving Hobart!

MORE: hobartcity.com.au/healthyhobart

Festa Italia says “Ciao Hobart!” Help celebrate all things Italian with family, music, food and love.

NEWS BRIEFS

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By taking our quick survey you can help shape how we deliver news to you.

To take the survey use the QR code on this page or visit hobartcity.com.au/citynews-survey

Salamanca celebrates 50th

TASMANIA’S No 1 tourist destination is celebrating its 50th birthday, but the Salamanca Market also has a secret power – the fountain of youth.

This year is the 50th anniversary of the City of Hobart’s involvement with the market, taking it from a handful of stalls to one of Tasmania’s best tourist attractions.

Pre-COVID, attendance was about one million people a year, averaging 25,000 each Saturday during summer and 15,000 during winter, with numbers now almost returning to these heights.

Being there for just about every Saturday since its inception in 1972 has been Loretta Olsen – and she credits the market for her vim and vitality at 83.

She and her friend Lynne Gregg started with a ceramics stall just after then Alderman John Clemente began the market as we know it.

Council meetings

HOBART City Council meetings start at 5 pm, unless otherwise advertised, and are streamed live on the City of Hobart’s YouTube channel, and agendas published on the City’s website.

There is just one final council meeting to be held in 2022, and that will be on December 12.

After about 20 years Mrs Olsen moved to near New Norfolk, leaving behind her pottery studio, so switched to selling wooden toys alongside husband David, 89, at Toys to Enjoy.

The couple get up at 3.30 am to prepare for the market and are at stall 279 every Saturday.

“I was a mature student at the university and Lynne was a school teacher turned ceramist,” Mrs Olsen said.

“Back then, we didn’t

have stalls with names.

“You just came along and the council gave you a table with a hole in it and they gave you an umbrella and a stand.

“The umbrellas didn’t last long because a lot of people ‘forgot’ to return them. After about six months there were no more umbrellas.

“People just started off seeing whatever they could sell.

“You would get people down there looking for a bargain. Even before you unpacked the boxes they would be looking through them, foraging around to see what you were going to put out.”

She has seen the market blossom from a few stalls down near the silos to now running right along Salamanca Place.

Selling toys to families and children would have to be one of the better jobs in life and Mrs Olsen has loved every minute.

“We get customers who still come out and come back to the stall and bring their grandchildren,” she said.

“We’ve got people seeking replacements for toys they purchased off us years ago.”

She believes the market is making its way back to pre-pandemic levels now interstate and international visitors are returning to Tasmania.

One of her favourite roles at the market is as an unofficial tourist guide.

“A lot of people think they can come here for five days and do Tassie, but you can’t.

“You’ve got to stop at

lovely little places like Penguin and Bicheno and places like that.

“I’ve been to markets all around the world and I still think it is one of the best.”

And it’s not just the visitors who inspire Mr and Mrs Olsen to keep coming back every Saturday.

“The stallholders are a wonderful range of people and it is like a big family,” she said.

“If you are away for a week, they ring up to find out what is wrong with you.

“It is a lovely support group. It has kept us young.”

The City will celebrate the market’s milestone with a day of performances, music and entertainers on December 10.

For full details of the birthday celebrations visit salamancamarket.com.au

Tolmans Hill Park re-opens

PARENTS looking for family friendly nature play areas have a new destination to add to their list with the re-opening of Tolmans Hill Park after a $1.3 million make-over.

Surrounded by native bushland and tucked into a corner off Old Proctors Road in Tolmans Hill, a big drawcard of the park is a looped mini pump track ideal for younger kids wanting to improve their mountain bike riding skills.

Parents can keep a watchful eye on their

kids from the new, architecturally designed sheltered recreation space, which includes new BBQ facilities and steps down onto a lawn and picnic area.

The new toilets are fully accessible and there is off-

street parking for people with a disability.

The transformation of Tolmans Hill Park into a family friendly space will make it much easier for families to spend time in a natural setting where parents can relax and let their children enjoy Hobart’s great natural environment. It also adds to the growing list of fun outdoor play areas in Hobart, which includes Legacy Park on the Queens Domain, West Hobart Train Park and Long Beach at Sandy Bay.

The $1.3 million upgrade was funded through the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure

Program, which contributed $650 000 to the project, and the City of Hobart contributed the rest of the funds.

Loretta Olsen has run a Salamanca Market stall almost every Saturday since 1972. Photo: Trish Stagg

New barbecue facilities at Tolmans Hill Park.

Tolmans Hill mini pump track.

MAKING A SPLASH

25 years of fun in the pool

THE DOONE KENNEDY Hobart Aquatic Centre has been the birthplace of legends, but it has had an even bigger impact on the local community.

Tasmanian swimming star Ariarne Titmus – a dual Olympic gold medallist, six-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist and world record holder – might have hailed from Launceston, but it was in Hobart where she saluted in victory for the first time.

The Hobart Aquatic Centre celebrates its 25th birthday this year, having been officially opened in 1997.

“It was where I won my first trophy as a sevenyear-old at the medley pentathlon, so the pool holds a special place in my career,” Ms Titmus said.

“I remember being on the bus with the rest of my club travelling from Launceston to Hobart, they are great memories I still have.

“Little did I know from that point onwards, swimming would become a major part of my life of which I have met great people and travelled around the world achieving my childhood dreams.”

The likes of Ian Thorpe, Grant Hackett and a host of other Australian swimming greats have graced Hobart’s pool, but it is not only

elite swimmers who have benefited from the muchloved venue.

It has become a centrepiece of the Hobart community, from learn to swim programs for all ages and abilities, a place to improve fitness and health and a favourite venue for families to spend time together enjoying the water.

The centre receives over 500,000 visits a year, with 538,229 recorded last year.

It is expected with the completion of the warm water pool, annual visitation will exceed 600,000 visits each year.

The centre is currently home to approximately 2400 members and 850 learn to swim students, with around 250 school students also learning to swim each month through school programs.

Aquatic centre operations manager Andrew Reason said while there was much to celebrate, there was a lot to look forward to as well.

“It’s a fantastic achievement for the centre to have been operating for 25 years, and it’s something we are really proud of,” Mr Reason said.

“We have a strong sense of community and to be able to provide not only the Hobart municipality but the entire state with a facility that promotes and supports everything from personal

well-being to national competitions makes us extremely unique.

“We are excited for the coming years as we embark on the construction of a warm water pool, continue to implement the centre’s redevelopment masterplan, and work towards another 25 years of providing a community sense of place and belonging.”

The Hobart Aquatic Centre has welcomed swimmers of all ages and abilities for 25 years, including World champion and Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus, who won her first ever swimming trophy at the centre.

Since the first market was officially launched on 22 January 1972, Salamanca Market has grown to become the most visited tourism attraction in Tasmania. Over the years, there have been many people who have contributed to its continued success.

The City of Hobart has steered the market through both sunshine and rain, and managed all of the fine details and logistics of running an iconic market behind the scenes. There is also a dedicated market crew that sets it up every Saturday before dawn, closing roads and orchestrating the city of tents that pop up and all the onsite activity of running a major event.

Then, there is the Salamanca Market Stallholders’ Association and our family of 380 stallholders that come from all over Tasmania and bring their creative and welcoming spirit to each and every market, rain, hail or shine. They quietly endeavour in their studios, and workshops, gardens, bakeries and kitchens, creating locally-made products for each market day.

But most of all, we would like to thank everyone who has visited the market over the years, through the joys of summer, the cool winter months, and the changing seasons in between. Whether you have been visiting on a holiday, or if you live locally and consider the market your own, you have all been a part of our market story.

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WOTSO member Shane Bartel of Climate Capital likes working in an established space.

“Working in a flexspace like WOTSO has allowed my small team to focus on our core business from day one and not be distracted or burdened with typical office establishment fees and delays,” he said.

“The built-in comfort and versatility around a flexspace like WOTSO lend itself to a person balancing personal, family and career demands every day.”

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A SUMMER family favourite is back at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens this January as Big Monkey Theatre presents ‘Robin Hood’.

Adapted and directed by Les Winspear, ‘Robin Hood’ is a romp through Sherwood Forest where Robin Hood, Jill Scarlet and Friar Tuck try to stop

the greedy Sheriff of Nottingham from taking even more money from the poor.

Come along and help Robin and the merry band of outlaws as they save the day for King Richard and the good folks of merry old England.

Some of Hobart’s leading actors including

‘Robin Hood’ is playing Tuesday-Sunday from 3-22 January. Tickets are available through the Theatre Royal box office

(phone 6146 3300), the RTBG Shop or at the Gardens 30 minutes prior to each performance.

For daily show times and bookings visit www. theatreroyal.com.au/ shows/robin-hood

John X, Samantha James-Radford, Andrew Casey, Jeremy Pyefinch, Sara Cooper and Emma Skalicky will take you on a fun-filled adventure with lots of song and laughter.

Clockwise from above: ‘Robin Hood’ stars Jeremy Pyefinch, Emma Skalicky, Andrew Casey, John X, Samantha JamesRadford and Sara Cooper

LOCAL theatre lovers who attended the recent launch of the Hobart Repertory Theatre Society’s ‘2023 at The Playhouse’ got a special sneak preview of what’s on offer next year.

Hobart Rep president David Clements said after the pressures of recent years it has been a delight seeing audiences flock back to the theatre.

“We are pleased to announce that we will present five shows in 2023, and we are also pretty confident that we have something for

everyone in the 2023 line-up,” he said.

Hobart Rep’s 97th year of entertaining local audiences kicks off at The Playhouse in the April school holidays with ‘Anne of Green GablesThe Musical’.

Then comes the dramatic story of ‘The Winslow Boy’ in June; followed by the comedy ‘Let’s Kill Agatha Christie’ in July/August.

Tennessee Williams’ classic play ‘The Glass Menagerie’ takes place in October; and the final show just before

Christmas will be a very funny take on the nativity tale ‘Jingled’.

David was Master of Ceremonies at Hobart Rep’s ‘2023 at The Playhouse’ launch. He has had a regular involvement in local theatre since his days with Uni Revue back in1981.

Since then has stagemanaged a wide variety of plays and musicals in various venues including the Peacock Theatre, the Theatre Royal and of course at Hobart Rep’s beautiful, heritage-listed venue – The Playhouse

Theatre in Bathurst Street.

David has occasionally had fleeting moments on stage but generally leaves the acting performances to his wife, Kathy Spencer, a veteran performer of many years.

Kathy last performed in Hobart Rep’s October production of ‘The Last Resort’, for which David was – you guessed it – behind the scenes as stage manager.

Bookings available online at https:// playhouse.org.au/booknow

Come and see how Hilliard has grown

HILLIARD Christian School in West Moonah has grown, and you are invited to come and see all of the changes. New buildings, refreshed and revised classrooms and further development are now the new face of our school.

Primary students from Year one to Year six are enjoying our brand new building with adaptable classrooms and inviting break-out areas, while an exciting playground is currently being installed.

Revitalised secondary facilities mean our high school students now

have access to more learning areas, allowing more subject choices and greater flexibility in their studies.

Prior to 2018 the attendance at the school sat below 100 students. Now in 2022 we have 247 enrolled, with numbers increasing every week.

Tucked up high on the hill in West Moonah, Hilliard Christian School is a place where families from all backgrounds can be sure their children are receiving a Christcentred education that will serve them both now and beyond their school years.

Hilliard Christian School

PROVIDING QUALITY EDUCATION FOR OVER 100 YEARS

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

Meredith McQueen and Mel King will direct ‘The Winslow Boy’ and ‘Jingled’ respectively

What’s on at Northgate and Eastlands this Christmas?

• GET your photos with Santa at Eastlands this Christmas, including petfriendly and Sensitive Santa sessions. For more information visit www. eastlandssc.com.au

• Get your Christmas feast sorted at Northgate with the brand-new Woolworths, a specialty butcher and Coles.

• Visit the Light Room, an interactive space great for the kids or a photo with friends. Scan for your chance to win a $1000 Vicinity Gift Card.

• Elf on the Shelf - visit the Elf on the Shelf installation at Eastlands or Northgate to get some photos yourself.

• Longer trading hours - Eastlands is open for longer trading hours to get all your Christmas shopping done. Get your gift wrapping done at Northgate and Eastlands. All proceeds go to the Salvation Army.

• If you are stuck for a gift for someone or have left it too late, you can buy a Vicinity Gift Card which can be used at any Vicinity Shopping Centre.

Korongee residents in the mood for dancing

A BUZZ of expectation surrounded the shared houses at Korongee Village recently as residents dressed up for the first Spring Fling dance.

Carers and family members were on hand

to help straighten ties and fix hairstyles ahead of the event in the Community Centre, which was decked out with fresh bouquets and fairy lights.

The Glenview activities team created a

wonderful atmosphere, curating an event that was inclusive and even spring-like, with a display of colourful blooms on the big screen. Zeroalcohol punch, wine, beer and lemonade were all on offer.

A village for people living with all stages of dementia

Local musician Johnny Wright played acoustic guitar and sang some favourite tunes, with many residents moved to dance as the music picked up tempo. The joy on their faces was infectious and family members, staff and housemates soon joined in.

There were a few moments of hush as Johnny finished a song and people settled into their chairs. Over the speakers, ‘In the Mood’ by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra started to play, and six dancers from The Lindy Mob appeared. They performed a

repertoire of swing and jive dances to the delight of the audience - toes started tapping, hands were clapping, and everyone was enthralled.

The Lindy Mob asked to stay after their performance and dance with the residents, while Johnny kept playing. They were very popular.

The power of music and dance to lift the mood of those living with dementia is well documented. That was evident here at Korongee, a built-forpurpose dementia village operated by Glenview Community Services in Derwent Park. It was a heartwarming night!

MUSHROOM RISOTTO

Chefaholic Cooking School and Catering Duck à l’orange

Making a claim from your health insurance

PUMPKIN BREAD

Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 x 2kg whole duck

Get hiking fit for Larapinta

Jo Cordell-Cooper

HEALTH insurance gives you peace of mind (and maybe some tax benefits), but you have to claim to really benefit from your cover!

How do you claim?

glasses, physiotherapy and podiatry.

How much can you claim?

Claim amounts depend on your level of cover. Your cover may have per year or per visit limits.

1. Submit your claim as soon as you can. Receipts older than two years often aren’t accepted

• 150g butter

• 2 tablespoon butter

• 100ml Grand Marnier

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

• 1 medium onion, finely diced

• 50ml vinegar

• 50g castor sugar

• Juice of 3 oranges

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 6 oranges

The easiest way is to claim on the spot. So, if your provider can swipe your health cover card, be sure to use your card!

2. Provide all the information you can to avoid any delays or a refusal to pay

• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed

Method

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.

I’VE had my eye on the Larapinta Trail (230km along the West MacDonald Ranges in Central Australia) since visiting the region with my family 10 years ago. Finally, the time is right and I’m going in July 2023 so now I need to get hiking fit for Larapinta.

• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (dried thyme also works)

So how do you prepare for an 14-18-day hike with a heavy pack, while simultaneously working three jobs and raising a family? That’s what this article is about.

• a pinch or two of salt and pepper

• 1/4 cup white wine

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

• 1 cup arborio rice (also called risotto rice)

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.

• 1 1/2 cups chopped white mushrooms

Most believe the best way was to prepare for multi-day hikes is to hike more. My personal training expertise tells me there are many intelligent, time-efficient and targeted ways to get fit for hiking, especially when you have big goals and a few niggles in the body.

Otherwise, you must give the receipts to your health fund. That usually means dropping into their office, or mailing or emailing a claim form. At HCi, you also can use our free app or online form.

What can you claim?

Stated limits generally apply per person for couples and family policies. For example, $500 dental usually means a couple can claim up to $500 each.

3. Make sure you add your member number to your claim

4. Before treatment, check you are using providers your health fund recognises

5. If you mail a claim, keep copies of the receipts just in case

6. Give your fund your current email address and phone number in case of any queries

Place duck in oven for approximately 45 minutes on 180°C basting as you go. Turn heat down to 160°C and cook for a further 30

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

• 4 cups hot chicken or vegetable stock

Carve duck and cover with sauce and arrange segments.

• fresh parsley or thyme and Parmesan cheese for garnish

Enjoy!

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

For further information please contact:

Hiking fitness programs always include walking – to neglect this is to invite overuse issues in the ligaments and tendons from about week two, as well as muscle soreness.

That depends entirely on what sort of cover you have. Hospital cover helps pay for your accommodation and care in a private or public hospital.

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HCi claiming tips

7. Keep your premiums up to date – you can’t claim if your membership is in arrears.

Method

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1. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add the butter.

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.

When I hike I want to thrive, be strong and capable and really enjoy the hike. I don’t want to be a burden to others, and I certainly don’t want to have to quit. So prepare I must, and here’s how:

Stage 1: 30 weeks to go

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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.

2. Once the butter is melted, add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.

Goal: to be able to hike eight hours without muscle soreness (currently I’m sore by the six-hour mark)

3. Add the lemon juice, thyme and salt and pepper.

6. Set aside again to rise for 40 mins.

7. Set oven to 195oC

What: build endurance, strengthen my fussy hip, work on dynamic balance (see last month’s article), build core and back strength by wearing a weighted pack (even on short walks)

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

4. Add the wine and stir as the wine reduces (cook for about five minutes until the wine reduces).

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!

5. Turn the heat to medium-low and add the rice. Toss the rice in the onion mixture until it’s coated and move it around the pan for about one minute.

6. Stir in the mushrooms.

7. Add the hot chicken stock (or vegetable stock) about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and waiting until the stock is absorbed by the rice until you add another 1/2 cup.

8. Repeat the process above until all the stock has been added and absorbed by the rice and a creamy sauce has formed, stirring constantly throughout.

9. Serve immediately with shaved Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped thyme or parsley.

How: Each week I’ll take my Friday NIGHT beginners hiking session wearing a 6-8kg pack (Meehan Range, Pilchers Hill and Mount Direction are my go-to short sharp training hikes).

Additionally, I’ll do a weekly Pilates reformer class, and something rehabilitative like yoga, foam rollering or swimming. In my gym I will complete two whole body strengthening sessions (30-40 minutes each, focusing on dynamic balance and leg strength and endurance).

Once every four weeks I’ll do a long day hike to check for muscle soreness. Additionally, I’ll do two weekend hikes, minimum three days, similar underfoot to Larapinta (rocky). The first one is booked for late December – in the Lake St Clair region around Shadow Lake there are several mountains to visit. Finally, I’ll complete a daily short walk – wearing a pack while simultaneously walking my dog.

This takes me through to mid-February, so I’ll share the next stage of my fitness preparation then, or you can read my full blog article at jocc.com.au/ hiking-fit-larapinta. There’s free resources also on this page, so if you are wanting to get fit hiking you can access those.

Jo Cordell-Cooper owns and operatives the award-winning Jo CC Holistic PT. She is the current PT and Exercise Instructor of the Year in Tasmania. You can make contact at jo@jocc.com.au or follow ‘Holistic Hiker’on social media

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Jo Cordell-Cooper hiking at Mount Field

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If we take tethering as an example, the Dog Regs 2016 are very clear.

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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.

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The one thing that shouldn’t be under your tree this Christmas

for the duration of that period.

two.

THE kittens are here!

The WHETHER it’s for a friend, family member or your own children, there are a few reasons why giving a pet as a gift is not such a great idea.

As Christmas approaches, Ten Lives is taking the opportunity to reinforce this message that a cat is not a gift.

“Although it doesn’t happen often, we do refuse anyone adopting a cat for someone else,” Phoebe Van Doorn from the Ten Lives Operations Team said.

Cats can be a wonderful addition to your family but choosing the right cat for your personal circumstances is important.

“Each cat has their own personality and their own needs, so making sure you get the right match is a decision one can only make for themselves,” Phoebe said.

When people adopt a pet, they need to understand the commitment they are entering into; cats can often live for more than 20 years. When you bring a pet into your home you are committing to their ongoing care and love

Along with that is the financial commitment in providing their nutrition, flea and worming treatments, bedding and toys, and yearly checkups or unexpected vet visits. There is also a daily commitment to consider of changing litter trays, feeding, and enrichment and playtime.

These commitments are not without great reward - the love and bond that develops with being a part of a cat’s life is greatly fulfillingbut it is not something you would impose on someone else as a gift.

Often a child may express interest in adopting a cat but may not be capable or responsible enough to manage the daily tasks of looking after them. The responsibility then falls on the parent to step in, who may not have the time to do so.

Giving a cat as a gift to a child instils that the cat is property when we should be reinforcing the idea that they are longterm family members.

If you are adopting a cat around Christmas time, it’s important to differentiate between the

Ten Lives will always be there for when things don’t work out. As an open intake shelter, we take cats no matter what their circumstances. But we have an obligation to their welfare to ensure they are matched to a family that suits their individual circumstances.

Bringing a cat into your family is a wonderful experience full of love and life lessons, but

we must think past the fluffy kitten stage, and understand the long-term commitment.

As for gift giving this holiday season, stick to the things we know make great presents. We offer adoption vouchers that allow the receiver to spend time making the right decision.

For your cat-loving friends, Ten Lives has a wide range of cat-themed giftware available in our

New Town shop; or you can make a donation on their behalf to assist us in helping the cats and kittens of southern Tasmania.

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: tenlives.com.au

Rich East –Ten Lives Cat Centre

Ten Lives team member Eliza poses with a cat available for adoption.

Photo credit: Rich East

A cat can be a wonderful addition to your family but consider their ongoing needs.

Photo credit: Jamie Riley

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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

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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.”

Kaye Payne

FINANCIAL MOMENT

The 2022 / 2023 budget

Damian Gibson, Financial Adviser and Partner, Elevate Wealth

AUSTRALIAN Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down his inaugural budget on Tuesday 18 October.

It has been widely speculated that Chalmers has taken the easy road and played it extremely safe in what has been dubbed a very ‘vanilla’ budget.

However, Chalmers was not without his economic challenges. A low unemployment rate, strong company balance sheets, rising energy and fuel prices, and floods devastating food crops, have all contributed to the highest rate of inflation since the 1980s.

Royal Assent, expected to be 1 January 2023.

Reducing assessment of former home proceeds

If you are receiving social security benefits and sell your home, the temporary assets test exemption of those proceeds is to be extended from 12 months to 24 months. Further, the proceeds will only be deemed to earn a return equal to the lower deeming rate (currently 0.25 per cent per annum).

Increase to Work Bonus

As part of the Budget, Labor has committed to increasing the income thresholds for the CSHCC to $90,000 for singles and $144,000 combined for couples.

Deeming rate freeze

At a time when interest rates are rising, Labor has committed to keeping social security deeming rates on hold at their current levels until 30 June 2024.

Personal income tax

Protect yourself from scams

Hank Jongen, General Manager, Services Australia

HI everyone.

It’s unfortunate that you, or someone you know, is likely to be affected by a scam at some point. New scams are popping up all the time and scammers will often pretend to be from trusted brands like myGov, Centrelink, Child Support and Medicare.

I want you to know that Services Australia takes the protection of your personal information very seriously. We have strong security processes in place, including fraud detection systems, to protect you.

There are also things that you can do to protect yourself against scams.

Identifying and reporting scams

If you’re anything like me, you’ll have already received emails, text messages or phone calls from people trying to scam

you.

There are some signs you can look out for to help you spot a possible scam. These include:

• an unexpected email, text message or phone call

• a sense of urgency or an unreasonable deadline

• a promise you are owed money, or a threat of fines.

If you think you may have fallen victim to an agency related scam or you think your identity has been stolen, we have a Scams and Identity Theft Helpdesk who can offer support.

The Helpdesk is available 8am–5pm, Monday to Friday to assist you with all Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support or myGov-related identity theft concerns. The helpdesk can be contacted on 1800 941 126.

Protecting yourself from pretenders

If you’ve been contacted by trusted brands like Services Australia, you should always check that it’s the real deal.

If you get a suspicious email or text message, just delete it. If you open it, don’t click on any links.

We won’t ask you to click a link in an email or text message, except from within your official myGov inbox. Always access myGov by typing www.my.gov. au into your web browser.

There’ll be times where we need to contact you. However, if you are concerned, you can call one of our payment lines to check it’s genuine. Remember, only use our official phone numbers. You can find these on our website.

We’ll never ask you to: • pay money to get a payment or benefit, or • pay for our assistance, like with setting up online accounts.

For more information about how to protect yourself, go to servicesaustralia.gov.au/scams

Speak to you next time, Hank Jongen.

It appears this Budget is committed to getting the short-term inflation problem under control with no provisions for big fiscal stimulus measures.

The main areas of focus include support for those with children, homebuyers and social security recipients, and maintaining pre-election promises. Here we look at some of the main Budget items.

Expanding eligibility to super downsizer measures

Labor has reconfirmed their commitment to expand the eligibility to super downsizer contributions by reducing the age at which you can contribute, from 60 to 55. This measure will take effect from the first quarter after the Budget receives

Centrelink pensioners and veterans over service pension age are expected to receive a one-off work bonus credit of $4,000. This means you will now be able to earn up to $11,800 this financial year without it reducing your entitlement.

Paid parental leave increases

From 1 July 2024 the maximum period of leave under the Paid Parental Leave Scheme will increase by two weeks each year –reaching a maximum of 26 weeks by 1 July 2026.

In addition, from 1 July 2023 both parents will be able to access leave at the same time or enter into more flexible arrangements than currently available. The paid parental leave income test will also be increased to $350,000 of family income.

Increase to income threshold for Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHCC)

Another pre-election promise Labor kept was the stage three tax cuts which were introduced in the 2021/22 Budget. These tax cuts are outlined below and are legislated to take effect from 1 July 2024.

The measures announced as part of the 2022/ 2023 Budget are subject to Royal Assent and are not yet Law. However, get a head start and see how these measures benefit you by talking to Elevate Wealth.

The information in this document is factual in nature. It reflects our understanding of existing legislation, proposed legislation, rulings etc as at the date of issue, and may be subject to change. In some cases, the information has been provided to us by third parties. While it is believed the information is accurate and reliable, this is not guaranteed in any way. Please seek personal advice prior to acting on this information.

Glenn’s Movember mountain mission

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a major challenge: to walk to the top of kunanyi / Mount Wellington every day in the week leading up to the Point to Pinnacle event.

In an effort to raise awareness about men’s mental health, Glenn climbed the mountain seven times - the equivalent of making it to the summit of Mount Everest.

“Over the years I have seen a number of people around me struggle with mental and other health

issues and there continues to be a reluctance towards seeking help, especially for men,” he said.

“Movember is a great way to raise awareness of these issues.

“Exercise and being in the natural environment is really important for maintaining physical and

mental health and has been really instrumental for my own wellbeing.

“I have a grandson now and I want to set a good example for him and my colleagues and help to break down some of those barriers we are still seeing.”

Glenn has always been a fitness enthusiast and

has regularly competed in fun runs and half marathons across the state.

“For many years I have supported men’s mental health but at 62-yearsold this was my biggest challenge yet,” he said.

“Each mountain climb took me about two and half hours and had an

elevation of just under 1200m.

“I experienced everything from blizzards and snowfall to sunburn.”

Glenn said Metro is right behind the Movember effort, with 60 buses sporting moustaches last month and Movember message featuring on the

destination signage.

“While I was unable to convince any of my colleagues to complete the challenge with me, there were plenty of unsightly moustaches around the depot and office and a number of others completing their own version of Move for Movember,” he said.

HOT summer ahead

THE Hobart Out Tennis (HOT) Tournament will return to Hobart for the eighth year next month, as a part of the Gay and Lesbian Tennis Alliance (GLTA).

Players from across the globe will travel to Tasmania in January to compete in the state’s largest amateur tennis tournament for the 2022/23 summer.

Held over three days, matches will take place at both the Hobart Domain and Lindisfarne, with 14 different divisions to cater to all skill levels.

The event’s 2022 overall champion, Shaun Thomas, encourages any tennis lover looking for an inclusive space to consider signing up.

“This year’s tournament was such a special event that really prioritised inclusivity,” he said.

“Being around similar people and

having supportive spectators really took the event to the next level.”

HOT club secretary Brendon OliverEwen hopes the upcoming tournament will attract a large number of Tasmanian players, after what has been a challenging time for the gender diverse and LGBTQIA+ community in sport.

“Sport isn’t necessarily an inclusive space,” he said, “and what we want here at Hobart Out Tennis is for people in our community to show their genuine selves and even more to be accepting of diversity, inclusion and allies.

“We want to bring the community together.”

The tournament will run from 13-15 January. To find out more or register as a player, visit glta.net/world-tourcalendar/ and click on Hobart Out Tennis Tournament.

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Movember, Moonah resident and long-time Metro employee Glenn Luttrell set himself

Moonah resident Glenn Luttrell challenged himself to climb kunanyi / Mount Wellington every day for a week

HOT Tennis members Shaun Thomas, Brendon Oliver-Ewen, Hendry Lukman, Moira Callan, Rod Oliver-Ewen, Sam Philpott, Pippo Fontana and Olive Wilson

GOLFERS across the state will hit their local course this month to take part in The Longest Day, a golfing challenge designed to test skill, strength and stamina while raising critical funds for Cancer Council Tasmania.

The Longest Day challenges golfers to play either 36 (The Long Day), 54 (The Longest Day) or 72 (The Ultimate Challenge) holes in one

day. The official date for this year’s event is 12 December, but golfers can tee off on any day that best suits them.

Golf enthusiast and prostate cancer survivor Paul Fallon is passionate about raising muchneeded funds for Cancer Council Tasmania. He has set himself and his friends at the Royal Hobart Golf Club a target of raising $25,000.

“We’re hoping to get as many players on board as possible and hit our

target,” he said.

“There is very little support for Tasmanians impacted by cancer and having been a cancer survivor myself I know just how important the work being done by Cancer Council Tasmania is for Tasmanians doing it rough.

“The Longest Day is a great opportunity to contribute to the fundraising efforts of Cancer Council Tasmania while playing a sport enjoyed by many.”

Paul and his colleagues plan to complete The Ultimate Challenge of playing 72 holes in one day.

“Over the course of the day we will play four rounds of 18 holes and walk more than 42kms,” he said.

“Last year I started at 5.15am and did not finish until 7.10pm that evening.

“Putting my name forward and raising funds for this organisation feels like the least I can do to

support Tasmanians who are struggling.”

Cancer Council Tasmania director of engagement and fundraising Jill Bannon said golfers across the state are out practicing for The Longest Day, with Tasmanian golf clubs committed to promoting the event.

More than 40 players have already registered, and Ms Bannon is encouraging more people to sign up – whether they’re

seasoned golfers or completely new to the sport.

“We have people registered right across the state including golfers from Ratho Farm (Bothwell), Flinders Island and everywhere in between,” she said.

“In 2021 the challenge raised $40,000, but this year I encourage Tasmanians to go even further.

“The challenge is a great opportunity to test your skill and stamina,

while raising funds for an essential Tasmanian service.”

Every dollar raised by The Longest Day will stay here in Tasmania.

The Cancer Council Tasmania is more than 85 per cent funded by the community and every cent that is raised is critical for the organisation to continue to provide vital services to locals impacted by cancer.

To sign up, go to www.cancer.org.au/tas

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