Hobart Observer January 2023

THE City of Hobart is honouring its past while welcoming the future, last month celebrating two great outcomes for the community.

On 9 December an important new Aboriginal artwork was unveiled outside Hobart Town Hall, before a ceremony was held to announce the City of Hobart’s accreditation as an established member of the national Welcoming Cities network for cities

committed to creating a more welcoming, prosperous and cohesive country.

The artwork, ‘I am Country’ by Aboriginal Tasmanian artist Caleb Nichols-Mansell, was unanimously selected by a specially convened panel as part of the City of Hobart’s Aboriginal Commitment and Action Plan.

HOBART locals no longer have to apply for permission to plant their nature strips with native grasses and low-growing shrubs, meaning residents like Robyn Clark can get creative.

Photo credit: Mackenzie Archer

VISITORS to Hobart’s waterfront are now able to fill up with free, fresh drinking water from public water stations as part of the Good Water Project joint initiative.

A total of 14 stations have been installed in and around Sullivans Cove, between Salamanca and Hunter Street, to encourage people to BYO bottles and refill rather than purchase single-use plastic bottles.

The $160,000 project has been jointly funded by the City of Hobart, Pennicott Foundation, Tasmanian Government and TasWater, with support from The20.

“This is a significant step towards the City of Hobart’s aim to achieve zero waste for Hobart landfill by 2030,” Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said.

“It takes three litres of water and a cup of oil to produce one plastic water bottle.

“Most of these petrochemical products are then filled with treated water that has been found to have more impurities than Tasmanian water which originates from kunanyi/ Mt Wellington and Mt Field – and does not stack up on taste.

“If users don’t toss them away, polluting waterways and special places around the world, the empty bottles end up in landfill.

“In Tasmania, 43 per cent of litter is beverage containers. Far too few of them are recycled, yet even this is an expensive and dirty process.

“Australians buy about 15 billion plastic water bottles per year. It feels normal. Yet we did not

begin doing it until the 1990s.”

Mayor Reynolds said the project was inspired by a discussion with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys managing director Robert Pennicott about working together on zero waste initiatives.

“I feel strongly about addressing the negative impacts of plastics in oceans,” Mr Pennicott said, “and our natural water can be drunk directly from its source, unlike many other places in the world.”

Premier and Tourism Minister Jeremy Rockliff said this would strengthen Tasmania’s environmental credentials, and enhance our clean Tasmanian brand.

“Tasmania is already seen as a destination of choice for environmentally-conscious travellers,” he said.

“There is no doubt Tasmania has what the world wants, and we will continue doing all we can to look at innovative ways we can attract even more tourists here, so that jobs and our economy can benefit.”

HAPPY New Year everyone! I hope that you’re looking forward to a healthy, happy and productive year ahead.

I had an interesting end to 2022 with a trip to the United Nations Climate Conference as a guest of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM).

You may not have heard of it, but GCoM is the world’s largest alliance of cities acting on climate change. More than 12,500 Councils in 144 countries are part of this alliance.

My goal in attending was to showcase the climate leadership of Hobart and to advocate with other mayors for better support for city action on climate change by national governments.

Between now and 2050, more than two billion people will increase the world’s urban populations to comprise nearly 70 per cent of global population.

City leaders that I met at the conference understand the unfortunate truth that significant climate change is our future.

It saddens me that warming of 1.5C above the long-term global average temperature is now unavoidable. This seemingly small change will significantly increase damage to infrastructure, economies, people and ecosystems.

However I’m hopeful we can still

avoid the disaster of runaway global warming of 3-4 extra degrees, and I’m determined to be part of the effort to do so.

Cities in Australia and around the world are on the frontline of dealing with climate change-fuelled extreme weather right now.

Analysis by the United Nations finds that climate-related disasters have jumped - from 3,656 events between 1980 and 1999, to 6,681 in the 20 years since then.

Major floods have more than doubled, the number of severe storms has surged by 40 per cent, with major increases in droughts, wildfires and heatwaves.

As a city leader, it isn’t easy to tell people that climate extremes will get worse and likely damage the city we all love. But the first step in preparing for these changes is to be completely transparent about the significant role that climate change will play in our city’s future.

While the scale of likely climate disruption is daunting, the opportunities that will flow to our communities by becoming a ‘climateready city’ are inspiring.

A zero-carbon Hobart will see new jobs and investment in making buildings more energy efficient and in installing solar panels and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

A zero-carbon Hobart will see less money spent on foreign oil and new enterprises established in the reuse of resources locally.

A zero-carbon Hobart will provide more transport choices for citizens and prioritise local products and services.

It was inspiring to meet mayors from cities that are vastly different to Hobart – but find that we all share some common bonds. Climate change presents both challenges and opportunities for the cities we lead.

Till next month, Anna

Anna Reynolds, City of Hobart Mayor

Eight projects share in TCF grant funds

THE Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) has provided nearly $2 million funding for eight projects in its latest grant round, announced last month.

A program that helps vulnerable Tasmanians access quality clothing, an initiative to boost employment prospects for migrant women, a social enterprise cafe in Bridgewater, an indoor climbing wall in Queenstown and a commercial-grade kitchen at the Glenorchy Multi Cultural Hub will all benefit from the funding.

Thread Together, a

program run by The Hobart City Church of Christ, has been awarded funding for project staff to better provide new clothing to vulnerable people in southern Tasmania.

The free service has been operating for 12-months and the injection of funds will see them help more people, across a greater geographical area, to overcome barriers to accessing education and employment. The TCF will support program delivery for five years.

“This funding will allow us to practically provide

hope, compassion and dignity to Southern Tasmania’s most vulnerable,” Thread Together program manager Carol Kingshott said.

Be Hers has received TCF funding to help run its ‘Dream Again Program’, which promotes equal opportunity, financial independence, social networks and a sense of confidence for refugees, migrants, vulnerable, disadvantaged and at-risk women in the Greater Hobart area.

The first 12 months of the three-year funded program will focus on

refugee and migrant woman, before it expands to support a broader range of vulnerable Tasmanian women.

TCF funding will also help an under-used building in Bridgewater transform into a commercial kitchen, food education classroom and social enterprise café known as The Botanical Community Kitchen, developed by the Material Institute.

The Glenorchy City Council’s Multicultural Hub has also been funded to upgrade its kitchen to a commercial grade, to meet catering

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CITY of Hobart residents will no longer have to apply for permission to use and maintain their residential nature strips, opening the door for new and creative uses of the space.

Automatic maintenance of residential nature strips will cease on 20 January, with the City of Hobart to complete currently scheduled quarterly services by the end of March.

The maintenance service will remain available for residents who are unable to care for their own nature strips.

New Town’s Robyn Clark has turned her nature strip into a home for native plants and is encouraging others to join in.

She submitted an application and plan back in 2020 and now has a thriving garden, enjoyed by the whole neighbourhood.

“I didn’t really want a lawn on the nature strip,” Ms Clark said.

“I found that it is more cumbersome to look after, you’ve got to fertilise it, water it and cut it in between the council cutting it, so I really wanted to plant some kind of natural garden.

“I was inspired by a native garden nearby and the work the council has done with their landscaping.

“I wanted a garden that would be self-sufficient when I went away as I travel regularly and need something that would look after itself.

“It has been great for me, and it creates a lot of conversation when I’m out there pottering.”

Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said the change brings the City of Hobart into line with the management practices of many other local councils across Australia.

“We encourage residents with nature strips to get creative and, if possible, use this extra space to enhance their neighbourhoods,” Cr Reynolds said.

“Instead of having to apply and submit a plan on how they will use their nature strips, residents can dive in and get busy.

“But it is important to stress the end of automatic maintenance is not the end of this servicemaintenance will still be provided to those who cannot manage their nature strips, with the council ready and willing to assist those who need help.”

requirements for cultural functions in the Hub and for use by the broader community.

TCF Chair Sally Darke said the TCF Board was pleased to be able to support so many worthwhile projects and programs in Tasmania

through the grants.

“It is important that we are able to meet the needs of our communities,” Ms Darke said.

“This round continues to show how the fund has adapted to meet these needs, especially when

it comes to removing barriers to education and employment.”

The Fund’s next round will open on 4 February and seek to specifically help Tasmanian communities to remove barriers to employment, education and learning.

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(L-R) Thread Together volunteers Annette Broughton and Julie James with program manager Carol Kingshott and Hobart City Church senior pastor Simon Clemow

School’s out for university grads

MORE than 6,000 students graduated from the University of Tasmania in the 2022 Summer Graduations, with parades and graduation ceremonies held across the state last month.

Students celebrated their success at events in Hobart (16-17 December), Burnie (14 December) and Launceston (19-20 December). Graduations are a highlight of the University calendar for students and staff, with many graduating students joined in the celebration by their friends and families.

Students graduating in Hobart included those completing their studies in the fields of Health and Medicine, Sciences and

Engineering, Business and Economics, and Arts, Law and Education.

“I would like to extend congratulations to all students who are graduating. This is the culmination of a huge amount of hard work and dedication,” University Vice-Chancellor Professor Rufus Black said.

“The University is immensely proud of our graduates and we look forward to seeing the contributions they make for their communities, here in Tasmania and across the world.

“Many of the students graduating are the first in their family to attend university and we are delighted to see them embracing the lifechanging opportunities that education provides.”

City welcomes inclusive status

Mr Nichols-Mansell said the work was inspired by the water below the city that moves from kunanyi/ Mt Wellington down to timtumilli minunya/ Derwent River. He hopes his work will make Hobart residents reflect on their own relationship with the city.

“This work invites the broader public to contemplate their own connection to Country whilst providing space and opportunity for them to acknowledge the Country that they live and work on here in nipaluna/Hobart,” he said.

“I believe this is an important step in recognising the land and culture that lives within

and throughout the cities we live and work.”

Hobart City Council Welcoming and Inclusive City Portfolio chair Dr Zelinda Sherlock said the commissioning of Mr Nichols-Mansell’s artwork was the result of in-depth engagement with the community.

“Feedback clearly indicated a desire for more visible acknowledgements of Aboriginal people, history and culture,” Cr Dr Sherlock said.

“There was a particular desire to see these installed in the centre of the city and in councilowned civic spaces such as the Town Hall.

“We believe we have achieved this with Caleb’s outstanding piece.”

Hobart is also celebrating its recent accreditation as a Welcoming City by the Welcoming Cities Network.

The organisation sets the national standard for cultural diversity and inclusion policy and practice in Local Government, helping create communities where everyone can belong.

Welcoming Cities representative Sebastian Geers said Hobart’s status as a Welcoming City reflected the council’s leadership and work towards becoming a more connected and cohesive community.

“There is strong integration of city plans and strategies that crossreference aspects of

welcome, belonging, and full social and economic participation,” Mr Geers said.

“(The council) respectfully acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the land and respect their culture and identity.

“They seek to engage

local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as leaders in welcoming activities and they recognise the importance of cultural diversity and inclusion.”

Cr Dr Sherlock said the accreditation was acknowledgement of Hobart’s positive attitude towards all communities in the city.

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Welcoming Cities representative Sebastian Geers with Dr Zelinda Sherlock

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AUSTRALIA’S oldest continuously brewed beer, Cascade Pale Ale, celebrated 190 years of production recently, with South Hobart’s iconic brewery lit in green for a week to mark the historic milestone.

A limited-edition run of commemorative Pale Ale slabs was also released with a special packing design, featuring

a photo of the brewery from the 1800s.

“Affectionately known simply as ‘Green’, ‘Pale’ or ‘Degraves Ale’ after its founder, Cascade Pale Ale has cemented itself into the history books as a Tasmanian icon,” brewery manager Jesse Cartwright said.

“It was the first beer brewed at the site in 1832 and has been

brewed on-site ever since – except for a three-month stretch in 1967 when production moved to Melbourne after the devastating Black Tuesday fires nearly destroyed the brewery.

“While the style of the beer has changed with the times, it has always been brewed with the finest ingredients.”

A $850,000 project designed to fix driving hazards on busy Proctors Road is underway.

Proctors Road will be closed to traffic between Baintree Avenue and the Southern Outlet turnoff for the duration of the works, with access remaining open to Baintree Avenue.

Works include installing a rockfall fence on the road’s steep southern embankment; new line markings; improving guardrails; and resurfacing the road from above Baintree Avenue to the Southern Outlet turnoff.

“Proctors Road is a vital link to the Mount Nelson and Tolmans Hill communities, and an important alternative to the Southern Outlet,” Acting City of Hobart CEO Neil Noye said.

“These upgrades will ensure Proctors Road keeps our communities connected, and that road users have a much safer and smoother journey.”

The upgrades are scheduled for completion by 6 February. Works were scheduled for the summer school holidays to minimise disruption, with the Council coordinating with the Department of State Growth to ensure the upgrades don’t coincide with major works on the Southern Outlet.

All aboard rockin’ yacht

THE Australian Wooden Boat Festival’s entertainment program will take on a distinctly smooth vibe on the Saturday night of the festival, with Yacht Rock tribute act Baby Come Tack taking the Waterside Tavern stage for a two-hour set.

Yacht rock, also known as ‘the West Coast sound’ or ‘adult-oriented rock’, is a musical style and aesthetic popular from the mid-‘70s to mid-‘80s known for its catchy melodies, sincere lyrics and nautical fashion.

Baby Come Tack will take the festival audience on a joyous musical voyage along the super smooth sealanes of yacht rock, playing well-known hits by The Doobie Brothers, Hall and Oates, Toto, Steely Dan, The Little

River Band and more.

The band has Hobart’s leading musical director Matthew Ives at the helm, navigating the Hawaiian-shirted eightpiece band through the supreme musicianship and sweet harmonies of the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Baby Come Tack features some of Tasmania’s finest musical talent including Brett Budgeon, Mel Brown, Derek Grice, Tom Howard and Sheng Yuan-Lynch, all driven by father-and-son rhythm section Felix and Adrian Smith.

Former ABC broadcaster Peter Gee will be steering the audience on the yacht rock voyage, with his immense musical knowledge making an historical and hilarious addition to the performance.

“Yacht rock is as much a vibe as a musical genre, with ‘70s and ‘80s music tragics expected to lap up the harmony-rich sounds,” he said.

“The name Baby Come Tack is a play on the famous song ‘Baby Come Back’ by ‘70s group Player, known as the quintessential yacht rock anthem. The band sounds fantastic and every song is a singalong.

“We’re encouraging audiences to don their Hawaiian shirts, flares and captain’s hats and join us for a night of good vibes and great tunes.”

The Australian Wooden Boat Festival will take place on the Hobart waterfront from 10-13 February. Go to www.awbf.org.au for details.

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Salamanca Market celebrates 50 years

FROM a handful of stalls to Tasmania’s most visited tourist attraction, the iconic Salamanca Market - which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary - has taken the state and world by surprise over the past half a century.

“For 50 years Salamanca Market has been the economic and cultural heartbeat of Hobart,” Salamanca Market Stallholders’ Association president Emma Hope said.

“Not only does it provide a showcase of 300 of Tasmania’s most innovative and creative small businesses, it is also Tasmania’s number one tourist attraction drawing in visitors from all over

the world.”

Emma’s late mother Sue Hope was an original stallholder at the market.

“I have fond memories of growing up at Salamanca Market, making cubby houses under mum’s trestle tables with other market children,” she said.

“It was a very different market in those days, concentrating largely on second-hand goods. The market has grown to be a showcase of everything that makes Tasmania unique and a platform for local makers and craftspeople to sell their wares.”

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market was an iconic part of Hobart’s visitor experience.

“People plan their Tasmanian travel itineraries around being in Hobart on a Saturday to attend the market,” he said.

“The great thing about Salamanca is it has stayed true to itself. It places a high premium on the types of stallholders that can be displayed and the premium content for sale.

“It means it is synonymous with the Tasmanian brand but also something that locals love, and the best visitor experiences are always the things locals love.”

UTAS Elector Poll and Next Steps

Council was provided with the results of the recent Elector Poll conducted by the Tasmanian Electoral Commission. A recommendation was also made to prepare a Structure Plan to engage the community on the future of Sandy Bay; in accordance with Council’s city shaping role to ensure there is a connection between the sentiments expressed in the Elector Poll and the City of Hobart’s strategic planning land use framework.

Council passed the report recommendations that:

1. The information on the Elector Poll be received and noted.

2. The preparation of a Structure Plan be expedited as part of the Future Hobart program of work and prioritised

Cr Ben Lohberger and Ald Marti Zucco calling for a letter to be written to the University of Tasmania urging genuine community consultation and the pausing of all activities around the relocation of the Sandy Bay campus to the CBD.

The motion also called on the council to immediately initiate a meeting with the State Government, Save UTAS, UTAS and other stakeholders to discuss the elector poll and a mechanism to move forward.

The motion and amendments were passed by council.

Public Interest Register motion

Council passed a motion moved by Cr Ryan Posselt calling for a report to written on the establishment of a compulsory public register for Elected Members Interests. The registrable interests would include shareholdings, business trusts, real estate, company directorships, sponsored hospitality and travel and memberships of any community and sporting organisations.

contact, specific development/ property discussed and elected member response.

Council Governance motion Council passed a motion moved by Cr Mike Dutta noting the thorough five-day induction program and how it provided an opportunity to discuss the new council governance model.

Updated Governance Framework and Portfolio Committee Draft Terms of Reference

City of Hobart CEO tabled a report providing the council with the updated Governance Framework in accordance with the changes endorsed by council on 21 November 2022. It also presented the Draft Terms of Reference for the 11 Portfolio Committees for Council consideration and endorsement.

Structure Plan; geographical areas to be included and a proposed community engagement program and anticipated timeframes for consideration at the Council meeting in February 2023.

UTAS Community Consultation motion

Cr Louise Elliot tabled a motion with amendments from

Property Developer Contract Register motion

Council passed a motion moved by Cr Ryan Posselt calling for a report to investigate a register of Elected Members’ communication with property developers on a monthly basis. The report would include any contact with a property developer – who the contact was with, when it occurred, type of

The Terms of Reference were approved for the City Economy, Creative City, Future Hobart, Sustainability in Infrastructure, Housing and Homelessness, Climate Futures, City Heritage, City Mobility, City Water, Welcoming and Inclusive City, and Healthy Hobart Portfolio Committees.

A recommendation was also made to provide a report in January 2023 in relation to the expression of interest process for community members to join Portfolio Committees.

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

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Arauco Libre band members (L-R) Franco Solis, Michael Gonzalez and Germán Duarte performed at Salamanca market for 27 years

2022 Tasmanian Literary Awards winners:

Premier’s Prize for Fiction:

‘The Labyrinth’ by Amanda Lohrey Premier’s Prize for Non-fiction: ‘Flight Lines: across the globe on a journey with the astonishing ultramarathon birds’ by Andrew Darby

Minister for the Arts’ Prize for Books for Young Readers and Children: ‘Ella and the Ocean’ by Lian Tanner, illustrated by Jonathan Bentley Tim Thorne Prize for Poetry: ‘Intimate, low-voiced, delicate things’ by Esther Ottaway

University of Tasmania Prize (for a new unpublished work by a Tasmanian writer):

‘The Sand’ by Cameron Hindrum Margaret Scott Tasmanian Young Writer’s Fellowship (for a young Tasmanian writer aged under 30):

Stephanie Jack Tasmanian Aboriginal Writer’s Fellowship (for unpublished and published Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers living in Tasmania):

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A new chapter for Tasmania’s literary awards

A GROUP of the state’s best writers have been recognised in the revamped Tasmanian Literary Awards, which were announced last month.

Formerly known as the Premier’s Literary Prize, the Tasmanian Literary Awards returned after a hiatus during COVID offering a major increase in prize money - from $25,000 in 2019 to $115,000 in 2022.

Arts Minister Elise Archer said the revamped awards were judged in revised categories that place more emphasis on celebrating and sharing

Tasmanian stories and writers.

“These Awards appropriately recognise an expanded program of award winners that reflects the strength, depth and diversity of our Tasmanian literary community,” she said.

“Congratulations to all the winners along with everyone who was nominated in the shortlist and longlist.

“I truly hope these awards encourage Tasmanians to read more and engage with new ideas and thinking.”

For more information visit www.arts.tas.gov.au/ tasliteraryawards/home

Ceremony brings harmony and prosperity to Hobart

THE traditional Chinese Holy Dragon and Lion Dance EyeDotting Ceremony was among the many festive celebrations that took place in Hobart’s CBD in December.

The ritual is designed to “wake up” the elaborate dragon and lion dance costumes, bringing them to life and allowing them to “see” while they perform.

President of the Holy Tantra Esoteric Buddism community in Tasmania, Master Xin De Wang, said the ceremony brought harmony and prosperity to the Hobart community.

“The eyes are the most important part of an animal because it is the way that they can project themselves the furthest, whereas legs and arms can’t reach the distance - the eyes can see the furthest,” he said.

“Dotting the eyes creates a positive effect on society and brings great love, harmony, wisdom and compassion.

“In Chinese tradition, we would ask the Emperor to dot the eyes to wake up the lions and the dragons before they perform.

“This signifies that the Chinese Emperor is more powerful than the dragons and the lions and is why we ask people who hold important leadership roles in the community to help us at our eye-dotting ceremonies.”

“It’s a privilege to participate actively in such an amazing cultural display,” she said.

“This is a wonderful demonstration of the ever-growing cultural diversity of our community.”

After the Eye-Dotting Ceremony the Holy Dragon and Lions performed elaborate dances along the streets of Hobart as part of the Christmas Pageant.

THE Tasmanian Branch of the Australian Fujian Association recently celebrated its fifth anniversary in Hobart, with an event attended by notable guests including AttorneyGeneral Elise Archer and the Association’s Patron, former Premier Doug Lowe AM.

The branch was founded to promote trade and friendship between Tasmania and the Chinese province of Fujian. Five years on it is going from strength to strength, fostering cooperation and mutual understanding between the ‘sister-states’.

Fundraiser hits high note

HOBART community station Edge Radio 99.3FM’s ‘I LOVE TASSIE MUSIC’ fundraising campaign has been a huge success, raising almost $10,000 to help keep Edge on the air.

Based at the University of Tasmania campus in Sandy Bay, Edge Radio has been operating since 2003. As a not-for profit youth community broadcaster, Edge

provides a home for Tasmanian music that is not widely available on other stations.

“Having Edge Radio located on-site at UTAS is fantastic for the students and staff as they can have direct involvement with local artists and musicians,” station manager Hannah Rogers said.

“Edge prides itself on being a home for local and emerging artists,

playing 30 per cent Tassie music and 50 per cent Australian every day on air.”

Local Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer recently visited Edge Radio and met with Ms Rogers for a tour of the broadcasting station and offices, and to show her support for the campaign.

“I was so pleased to be able to visit Edge Radio after supporting

their fundraiser,” Ms Archer said.

“It’s so important to support our local youth organisations and Edge Radio broadcasts right here in Hobart.”

Edge Radio also runs media courses, providing valuable training and experience and allowing young people to get creative. To find out more about the courses, email training@ edgeradio.org.au

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Attorney-General and local Member for Clark Elise Archer said she was fortunate to be involved in the eye-dotting ceremony for more than a decade.

Member for Clark Elise Archer at the Holy Dragon and Lion Dance Eye-Dotting Ceremony

Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer MP at the Edge Radio studios with Edge Radio program manager Hannah Rogers

Arts Minister Elise Archer with the winning Tasmanian writers

Coffee cart a real pick-me-up for Salvos’ Street Teams

REVELLERS at the Hobart Waterfront during the Christmas and New Year holiday period had a brand-new place to turn in their time of need, thanks to a grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund.

The Salvation Army’s Street Teams project has supported people on

weekends in the Hobart entertainment precinct since 2015, providing assistance to those who may be lost, intoxicated, injured, disorientated or needing emotional support.

But the Street Teams coffee cart trailer, which provides hot drinks, a safe place and support

for patrons during nights out, was in desperate need of replacement to ensure the program could continue.

Late last year a Community Action Grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund made the construction of a new purpose-built coffee cart trailer possible.

“The new trailer enables our volunteers to provide hot drinks, cover from inclement weather and a safe place for people to seek assistance,” The Salvation Army Tasmania’s Amelia Natoli said.

Street Teams volunteers work closely with authorities to help reduce

violence and other anti-social behaviour in and around Salamanca between 10.30pm and 3am on Fridays and Saturdays.

Research has shown a 53 per cent decrease in late-night street violence and anti-social behaviour in the precinct when the Street Team is working.

Tasmanian Community Fund chair Sally Darke said the reduction in anti-social behaviour benefits everyone utilising Salamanca on Friday and Saturday nights.

“At the Fund we are committed to vibrant and resilient communities that provide safe places for all,” she said.

“The Salvation Army volunteers who staff the coffee cart are a vital point of connection and safety for those who need help on the waterfront.

“The TCF thanks them and the members of their partner organisations for the work they do to support a more positive and vibrant community.”

HMAS Hobart finds a familiar face

WHEN the HMAS ‘Hobart’ sailed into Singapore recently, the ship’s MH-60R helicopter delivered two special guests - Australia’s High Commissioner to Singapore and former Tasmanian Premier Will Hodgman and his wife Nicola, the Ship Sponsor.

“This is an extraordinary experience

for us personally to come on board,” Mr Hodgman said.

“To welcome ‘Hobart’ to Singapore was a day of immense excitement and pride.”

Mrs Hodgman, who cut the ribbon to officially name ‘Hobart’ during a launch ceremony in South Australia in 2015, was thrilled to see how

the ship has evolved over the past seven years.

“I feel quite maternal about it actually,” she said, “(it’s like) seeing your child growing up and their place in the world.”

During a tour of ‘Hobart’ Mrs Hodgman was moved to see a photo of the three Hobart-class destroyers during the most recent

deployment.

“You think ‘wow’, and about what that means for our country and our Navy,” she said.

“It is remarkable.”

The Hodgmans were pleased to learn there were six Tasmanians in the ship’s company.

Commanding Officer Commander Andrew

Pepper, who was born in Port Huon, said it was a pleasure to show the Head of Mission and Ship Sponsor through the guided missile destroyer.

“The Hodgmans have a close affinity with HMAS ‘Hobart’ and it was great to reconnect them with their ship in Singapore post-COVID,” Commander Pepper said.

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TCF board member Michelle Swallow with Salvation Army Street Team volunteers Ashleigh Cowell and Amelia Natoli

(L-R) Able Seaman Electronics Technician Jordan Pagett, Nicola Hodgman, Australia’s High Commissioner to Singapore Will Hodgman and Sub Lieutenant Bradley Cowen on the HMAS Hobart forecastle

Young leaders set sail for epic adventure

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TWENTY Tasmanian

students from across the state have returned from the Windeward Rotary Youth Challenge after ten days at sea.

Established 14 years ago, the Windeward Rotary Youth Challenge promotes understanding, inclusiveness and community by bringing

20 young people from vastly different backgrounds together for a ten-day voyage aboard the ‘STV Windeward Bound’, and giving them the opportunity to connect and grow together.

Eighteen-year-old Lenah Valley resident Tilla Haddow put her hand up for the challenge after suffering a brain

injury in February 2022.

“Since my accident I have experienced ongoing health challenges, which have stopped me from doing day-to-day things like completing my Year 11 studies,” she said.

“I have always been active, so mum and I started looking for other things I could do to keep busy.”

Tilla said the Challenge was a great opportunity to try something different and meet new people.

“I went into the experience with no expectations and have walked away with some great friendships and lifelong memories,” she said.

“After experiencing daily headaches and

extreme dizziness for most of 2022 it felt so good to be out in nature doing something I never thought I would do.”

Windeward Rotary Youth Challenge Committee chair David Annear said the challenge had been life-changing for many young people.

“We select ten young Tasmanians who show leadership and mentoring

potential and ten new Tasmanians from a refugee background and send them out to sea,” he said.

“This year we had a really diverse group with people from Sudan, South Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan and Ukraine.

“Seventy per cent of the youth had never been on a boat before so the Challenge required

them to really step outside of their comfort zones.

“During the Challenge the youth looked after the ship, prepared the food, did the cleaning and assisted with the sailing of the ship.

“They learned the importance of teamwork, having respect for others, and believing in themselves.”

Cadets put best foot forward

MORE than 150 Australian Army Cadets from across the state participated in the Tasmanian AAC Battalion’s End of Year Parade at Derwent Barracks last month.

The parade on Sunday 4 December celebrated the accomplishments the Cadets have made throughout the year, including their participation in local, statewide and national events.

To commemorate the occasion, the Duke of Edinburgh’s banner was paraded. The DoE Banner is only carried on approved significant

occasions, and this was the first time it had been paraded in Tasmania since the passing of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Cadet Under Officer (CUO) Cassandra Correa, of the 63rd Army Cadet Unit (63ACU), said the parade was a fantastic opportunity for cadets to showcase the skills they have learned in the program.

“All the Cadets during the parade did well, and I feel like it was one of the best parades I have been a part of since I joined in 2019,” she said.

“I felt proud knowing that I taught those cadets,

and that all their hard work throughout the year was worth it.”

The Tasmanian Battalion has ten cadet units across the state. This year saw the state’s AAC program grow by more than 50 cadets, an increase attributed in part to the continual modernisation of the AAC’s national training program.

Later this month 63ACU will host an Open Day, giving members of the public the chance to see some of the opportunities AAC provides for young people in the community.

There will be Cadet drills, first aid scenarios, bush and field craft activities, lucky door prizes and more, along with the opportunity for potential new members to register their interest in joining.

The event will be held at the Loyd’s Lane Cadet facility in Dowsing Point from 11am – 3pm on Sunday 29 January, and everyone is welcome to come along.

More information about Australian Army Cadets can be found at www.armycadets.gov. au; by emailing 63acu@ armycadets.gov.au; or phoning 0498 842 910.

Cadets being reviewed by Tasmanian Battalion Assistant Commander – Lieutenant Colonel (AAC) Margaret Gatward

The Duke of Edinburgh Banner party, led by Cadet Under Officer River Boyd

Hermon Fishayej and Tilla Haddow (above left), and the crew set off on the Windeward Bound (right)

Purrfect plan for more Happy Hearts

THE Happy Paws

Happy Hearts program will soon give Tasmanians facing social isolation the opportunity to interact with and care for animals.

Ten Lives Cat Centre will become the state’s first animal shelter to offer Happy Paws Happy Hearts, which was developed in Queensland and is now operating at seven sites across the country.

The program provides people living with disability or mental health challenges the opportunity to gain real world experience in caring for animals,

under the support of a dedicated facilitator.

Happy Paws Happy Hearts facilitator Rhianna Peters said the program will work to break down barriers for Tasmanians facing social isolation.

“Animal therapy is a powerful tool that can create positive changes in humans and animals,” she said.

“It is beyond exciting that Tasmania will soon be offering this program to our community, and I get to be a part of it.”

Participants in the program will come to the Ten Lives Cat Centre weekly and

work with Rhianna to build confidence in how to care for, socialise and enrich the lives of animals.

“At Happy Paws Happy Heart, we believe barriers to work, and the impact of social isolation experienced by people living with physical or mental health injuries, can be improved through interaction with animals,” co-founder Zoe Black said.

“At the end of the day, we all work together to make a difference in the lives of our participants and the shelter animals they work with.”

Ten Lives president David Rees said the organisation is proud to be offering the Happy Paws Happy Hearts program.

“Ten Lives has always relied on the support of the community, so it is incumbent on us to give back in this way,” he said.

“The Happy Paws Happy Hearts program is the ideal way to do that in a way that benefits both the people and our cats.”

Happy Paws Happy Hearts will start next month, welcoming veterans, first responders and injured workers.

THE Hobart Film Society is set to present its 77th season of weekly screenings of classic and important films from around the globe, starting on 23 January.

On 13 February the Society will show arguably the best musical film of all time: Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds in ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ (1952).

Other films from US include ‘Adam’s Rib’ (1949), ‘The Day the Earth Stood Still’ (1951), ‘Some Like it Hot’ (1959), ‘Being John Malkovich’ (1999) and ‘Touching the Void’ (2003).

Australian films include ‘Sunday Too Far Away’ (1975), ‘Così’ (1996) and ‘Rabbit-proof Fence’ (2002); while highlights from UK include ‘The Mouse That Roared’ (1959), ‘Sunday, Bloody Sunday’ (1971) and ‘Last Orders’ (2001).

Other films include Fellini’s ‘La Strada’ (Italy, 1954), Jacques Tati’s ‘Playtime’ (France, 1967), Bergman’s ‘The Magician’ (Sweden, 1958), ‘Our Little Sister’ (Japan 2015) and ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ (Spain, 2006).

Weekly members-only

screenings (including refreshments) are held at Criterion House in Mathers Place, Hobart from 7.30pm Mondays.

Memberships for twelve months, which include discounts at the State Cinema and Hobart Bookshop, are $52 each or $84 for a double ($47/$77 concession) and are available before screenings or by phoning 0418 127 427.

For more information, call 6231 3581 or 6234 6071, or visit hobartfilmsociety.org.au

Happy Paws Happy Hearts program facilitator Rhianna Peters and founder Zoe Black with Ten Lives president David Rees

Staying safe in the water this summer

MARINE and Safety

Tasmania (MAST) has released a four-part advertisement campaign to help Tasmanians stay safe on the water this summer.

In December MAST launched a new safety campaign focused on boating and water safety that will run on television, radio and social media until April.

Twenty-year-old Tasmanian Sarah Sargent was in a serious boat accident five years ago and is now using her experience to help inform others about the importance of practising boat safety.

“I was out on the River Derwent coaching sailing when I fell off the back of the boat due to speeding,” she said.

“My arm was struck by the propeller, resulting in a broken elbow and significant blood loss.

“My message is that it is ok to speak up if you feel unsafe. All it takes is

one missed step or one mistake for something serious to happen.

“I hope this campaign helps more Tasmanians to stay safe and understand the implications of dangerous boat behaviour.”

The MAST campaign contains information for older boaties, people new to boating, and people using paddle crafts.

“There are some really easy steps that all Tasmanians can take to stay safe while in and around the water,” MAST general manager of recreational boating Peter Hopkins said.

“This summer period we are asking everyone to make the right decisions so they can return home to their loved ones.

“To remain safe always go boating with a mate, check the weather, and wear a serviced life jacket.”

MAST general manager of recreational boating Peter Hopkins, boat accident survivor Sarah Sargent and Marine Police Senior Constable Danny Korns

Cancer Council puts heat on UV

CANCER Council

Tasmania has launched a new social media campaign reinforcing the message that UV, not heat, causes skin damage.

The ‘Think UV, Not Heat‘ campaign specifically targets young Tasmanians, helping them form good long-term sun safety habits.

“The campaign includes two common Tasmanian activities – going to the beach and riding on

mountain bike trails,”

Cancer Council Tasmania CEO Penny Egan said.

“It’s important to remember that UV can still be high on wet or cloudy days, even when it may not seem warm.

“Our ‘Think UV, Not Heat’ campaign is targeting young people to help them realise UV - not heat - causes skin damage, and so they can form healthy, lifelong habits, reducing the risk of

cancer in later life.”

Mrs Egan said Tasmania may appear to have a cooler climate, but UV levels are usually high enough to cause skin damage between September and April.

“Skin damage from UV radiation is cumulative and irreversible and increases the risk of skin cancer,” she said.

“Over-exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation in childhood and

adolescence is a major risk factor for developing skin cancer later in life.

“Visible signs of UV damage, such as freckles, moles, sunburn or a tan, are a sign that our skin cells are in distress. There is no such thing as a healthy tan.”

Mrs Egan said the best way to track UV levels in your area is to download the SunSmart app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

More businesses saying goodbye to leases and hello to flexible workspaces

THE way we work has changed significantly, so it comes as no surprise that small-to-medium Aussie businesses are turning to flexible workspace arrangements over traditional leases to meet their business needs.

Whether you’re looking to escape the isolation of the home office, scaling your business or merely curious about the increasingly popular industry of coworking spaces, then exploring the endless options that WOTSO WorkSpace has to offer is recommended.

WOTSO offers an alternative to the traditional office or home set-up, at near-to-home locations. Predominantly based in suburban and regional areas, WOTSO Hobart is one of WOTSO’s few CBD sites.

Whether located in the suburbs or the CBD at every WOTSO you can expect to find shared amenities at your fingertips such as serviced meeting rooms, podcasting studios, workshops, events, snacks – you name it.

Flexible workspaces offer you cost savings and convenience that is so essential for small-to-

medium enterprises. Private offices, permanent desks, daily drop-ins, bundle passes – the options at WOTSO are endless and genuinely flexible under no lock-in contracts.

With site managers and receptionists available during the working day, you will always feel welcome at WOTSO. Step into the modern and exciting environment built for small-to-medium Aussie businesses to find a home and scale.

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.”

Reach out to WOTSO Hobart today, by email (enquiries@wotso. com) or phone (6108 2112).

Final tree in avenue of elms for Platinum Jubilee tribute

THE final tree in an avenue of elms at Queens Walk Oval in New Town has been planted to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.

The new trees restore a lost avenue of trees that were planted more than a century ago to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.

“Just over 125 years ago on 24 June 1897 an avenue of trees was planted here, but at some point in time these trees were lost,” Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said.

“The canopy trees we plant

here will not only honour Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years of service as Australia’s Head of State but will also restore the original lost avenue planted more than a century ago marking the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth’s great-great grandmother, Queen Victoria.

“These 15 elm trees will grow up to provide shade and shelter for generations of sporting families and add to Hobart’s growing urban tree canopy as part of our Street Tree Strategy.

“They will also become part of flood mitigation measures in New Town by capturing water in their

canopies and reducing storm water flows.”

Her Majesty reached the Platinum Jubilee milestone in June 2022 and passed away on 8 September 2022.

The Queens Walk Oval was identified as the ideal planting site in Hobart to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee because of its historical significance.

This project is jointly funded through the City of Hobart and the Australian Government’s Planting Trees for The Queen’s Jubilee Program.

The WOTSO flexible space in the Hobart CBD

A scene from Cancer Council Tasmania’s new ‘Think UV, Not Heat’ campaign

City of Hobart Program Leader Arboriculture and Nursery Ruby Wilson (middle left) with members of the Parks Team at the tree planting site in New Town

Get road trip ready

RACT have you covered anytime, anywhere. They’re local, so they know our roads and our community.

They’re reliable and responsive, supporting Tasmanians each and every day.

They can help you and your family travel with peace of mind this summer. Whether you need help preparing your car before you hit the road or with RACT Roadside Assistance once you’re on your way, they’ve got you covered.

If you’re planning a short trip or have a long

journey ahead, they’ve got you covered for a variety of battery types. They’ve made it easy; you can book in to replace your car battery online, or for all other types give them a call and they’ll find the right one for you. Members will also score a discount off the retail price.

It’s always important to fill up the tank before you hit the road. You can find the cheapest fuel near you with the RACT Fuel Saver app. If you’re an RACT member don’t miss out on a further 6c per litre saving at participating

United Petroleum sites.

Before hitting the road, there’s no better time to make sure your car is in good repair and ready for the trip ahead. As a member you’ll also save at your local Hobart and Launceston AutoServe workshops.

Depending on where you are and what vehicle you’re driving, some restrictions may apply. So what are you waiting for? You’re ready to hit the road running. RACT has you covered.

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“I thank RACT for 25 years of excellent service, of which this was just the start.”

RACT Customer

Tasmanians packing up ahead of their road trip

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TasPorts supports use of Hobart’s waterfront

AFTER launching the Community Grant Program early last year, TasPorts has been offering grants up to $5,000 to local projects, initiatives and events that benefit local communities surrounding Tasmanian commercial and community ports.

As TasPorts’ largest community asset, the Hobart waterfront hosts many large events every year, and TasPorts is there to support them.

TasPorts is a strong supporter of yacht racing across the state, recently supporting The Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania’s (RYCT) Maria Island Race, which starts and finishes on the River Derwent in Hobart.

In one of the qualifying ocean races for the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Line Honours for the November race went to AdvantEdge PD147, while Kraken 42S won all three handicap divisions.

TasPorts Group Executive Kate Dean congratulated the winners.

“Given the company’s important connection to Tasmanian waterways, TasPorts strongly supports yacht racing across the state,” she said.

“Specifically, we were pleased to

support the Maria Island Race through our grants program.”

Elsewhere in Hobart, TasPorts supported Open House Hobart 2022, which included 16 sold-out tours of the Port Tower.

The Port Tower in Hunter Street provides a clear line of sight for all shipping in the River Derwent. Opened in 1987, the tower office sits 36 metres above sea level and maintains much of its original 1980s interior.

Jennifer Nichols, the executive director of the Tasmanian chapter of the Australian Institute of Architecture, said Open House Hobart was an opportunity to unite the community in exploring and discussing the built environment.

“The opportunities and the considerations for the future of our city are many,” she said.

“We are committed to encouraging informed discussions and highlighting the value of architecture and good design in creating good outcomes for all.”

Across the 2022 grant rounds, TasPorts has awarded $100,000 in funding and $30,000 of in-kind support to 22 organisations to support projects across Tasmania.

Ms Dean said the organisation had a long and proud history of supporting community events and initiatives across Tasmania.

“Our organisation is proud to play a major role in contributing to the Tasmanian economy, and each year supports a number of initiatives and events that benefit the communities located near our port operations,” she said.

2022 RYCT Maria Island Race line honours winner AdvantEdge PD147

Support with the CBS Client Services team

CBS offers a dedicated Client Services team to support people at a time when they are making significant decisions about their life. The aim is to make the journey to getting the right support for people living with disability and for older Tasmanians as simple and stress free as possible.

CEO Allyson Warrington knows the importance of putting clients first.

“Forming the Client Services team was an initiative to ensure our clients are well taken care of and supported right from the outset,” she said.

“The team provides their undivided attention, from initial steps through to the commencement of services.”

But how does this differ from other providers? Ms Warrington explains.

“Many providers have intake staff to sign you up but don’t offer the full suite of service assistance,” she said.

“What’s more, in a time of ever-increasing waiting on the phone or being put on hold, our team are picking up new calls within ten seconds.”

Client Service team member Rachael loves that she spends her day helping people to

discover supports available to them.

“It feels great to simplify what can be a confusing and stressful time for people,” she said.

“When they become aware of the range of services we have available for them, it is a joy to relieve that worry, knowing we can make a real difference in their life.”

If you’d like support navigating the ins and outs of getting support or identifying what type and level of service is right for you, call the CBS Client Services team on 1300 227 827.

Stay in the place you’re familiar with and keep connected with friends and family with support from CBS. The right amount of support from the right people can go a long way.

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Kaye and Paul walking on top of the world

A FEW years ago, Kaye and Paul Gilhooly struggled to walk more than 20km in one day.

But now 20km is just a quick stroll for the New Town residents, who have embraced long-distance walking and recently returned from a massive fourand-a-half month trek across France and Italy.

Kaye (61) and Paul (64) set off from the iconic Mont Saint-Michel on the north coast of France on 27 May, headed for Monte Sant’Angelo in Puglia, Italyroughly 3000km away.

Rather than following a popular route the adventurers created their own as they went, piecing together established walking tracks and navigating through sections where there were none.

Starting in late spring, walking through the summer and into autumn, the Gilhoolys made their way through western France, the French Alps, northern Italy and the southern Apennine range, overcoming a number of challenges along the way.

“The weather was hothitting 40 degrees at times, making walking difficult and draining,” Paul said.

“Drinking enough water was always a daily challenge.

We also had our fair share of wild storms.”

But the Gilhoolys loved life on the trail, embracing the freedom of being far removed from day-to-day life.

“On a daily basis we are constantly kept on our toes negotiating the language, finding food and accommodation and adapting to the varying landscapes and solitude,” Kaye said.

“We feel fit and alive. Age is no barrier.”

The pair’s walk finished in the small Italian town of Cittaducale, Italy on 10 October, when a range of factors led them to make the difficult decision to stop about 500km short of their original destination, Monte Sant’Angelo.

“It’s been an incredible journey, and after walking 2250km we’re very proud of our achievement,” Paul said.

“We look forward to many more walks and adventures for as long as our legs can carry us.”

Mr and Mrs Gilhooly returned to Hobart on November 7, and will host a presentation about their walk at the Buckingham Rowing Club in Marine Esplanade, New Town from 3.30pm on Saturday 4 February. To RSVP, email kaye61gilhooly@gmail.com

St Ann’s marks 100 years

ONE of Hobart’s pioneering aged care homes has reached a special milestone, recently celebrating a century of caring for Tasmania’s elderly.

Residents and invited guests gathered on 9 December to reminisce on the history of St Ann’s, which was one of the first “rest homes” in Australia.

Founded by A. Barbara Barnett in 1922 and designed to replace the overcrowded asylumstyle facilities common in the early 1900s, St Ann’s was originally situated in Bellerive before moving to Melville Street in 1933.

The home moved to its current location, based at the 1830s sandstone house in Davey Street known as ‘Hawthornden’, in 1953.

St Ann’s general manager Linda Daniels said both staff and residents took time to appreciate

the building and its history during the 100-year celebrations.

“This was a very special occasion for our residents and staff, who feel a real connection with the home and its history,” she said.

“We’re so lucky to be the custodians not only of this beautiful building and grounds, but also of the legacy that has been built around St Ann’s during the past 100 years.”

St Ann’s is operated by not-for-profit aged care provider Respect. Managing director Jason Binder said St Ann’s deep connection with Hobart was valued by many.

“St Ann’s was originally opened at a time when aged care in Australia was in need of intervention,” Mr Binder said.

“This home was among the first of its kind, and helped pave the way for modern aged care models.

“We’re proud to be associated with this home’s incredible history, as we look towards its future.”

Because of overwhelming demand, St Ann’s have recently submitted plans to further increase the size of the home, hoping to add a new 15-room premium wing to the existing footprint. Preparation and planning are well underway.

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The original sandstone building, ‘Hawthornden’

Linda Daniels looks through a St Ann’s photo album

Kaye and Paul Gilhooly high in the French Alps

Welcome to Rosetta Primary School

Welcome to Rosetta Primary School

A place where values and future learning have meaning.

Welcome to Rosetta Primary School

A place where values and future learning have meaning.

A place where values and future learning have meaning.

To book a tour please call our welcoming office team at: 03 6208 1200

To book a tour please call our welcoming office team at: 03 6208 1200

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

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

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.

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

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.

to Rosetta Primary School

A place where values and future learning have meaning.

32 Riverview Parade, Rosetta TAS

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

32 Riverview Parade, Rosetta TAS

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Welcome to Rosetta Primary School

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

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

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A place where values and future learning have meaning.

32 Riverview Parade, Rosetta TAS

To book a tour please call our welcoming office team at: 03 6208 1200

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.

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

32 Riverview Parade, Rosetta TAS

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

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Parade, Rosetta TAS

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Jo Cordell-Cooper

I LOVE having a hiking adventure to look forward to and I wondered, given we are just into a new year, if perhaps you have a hike planned for 2023?

Maybe you are thinking of just making a start and getting into day hikes. Or maybe something longer, like Three Capes, Milford Track (NZ) or the Overland Track.

I find that not only does a plan to do a multi-day hike make me more focused to prepare physically, but I also try a lot harder in my workouts and eat better food.

This “carrot before the donkey” technique is positive

and motivating. Getting fit does require a bit of commitment, especially if you are not a natural gym goer.

It would be easier to sleep in, do smaller walks or lift lighter weights but when I can literally feel the years winding back as my fitness improves, I feel like I’m cheating time.

It would be easier to put your head in the sand and recall the glory days of youth and how you hiked with zero preparation but believe me, that never ends well.

Simply get walking or hiking, add a pack, and you’ve made a start. You’ll be keeping up with hikers half your age and proud of yourself for it!

“We do not stop exercising

because we grow old – we grow old because we stop exercising,” says Dr. Kenneth Cooper (worth googling if you are interested in exercise as a form of proactive healthcare and aging well).

I’m in my fifties and hiking more strongly than in my twenties – the difference is I train specifically for it. I use my personal training expertise to ensure I am using targeted and time efficient ways to get fit for hiking.

Life is busy, and I have limited time for hiking and gym sessions, so every exercise effort needs to move me closer to my goal.

The other thing the older hiker has is perspective. We

don’t need to be the fastest; ego is gone. We are simply grateful for a strong and functional body that can take us to the top of a mountain and a fabulous view. How to start, I hear you ask! You can sign up for my free hiking fitness resources at https://jocc.com.au/hikingseries or join my Friday Night Hikes from 5.15pm to 6.30pm, recommencing February 2023.

Jo Cordell-Cooper is AusActive’s Tasmanian Personal Trainer of the Year 2022, and owns Jo CC Holistic PT, specialising in women aged 40plus with autoimmune issues, cancer, and big dreams to hike! Make contact at jo@jocc.com. au or 0409 862206.

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A ONE-of-a-kind yoga group has been helping heal Tasmanian war veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for more than 30 years.

South Hobart Yoga and Meditation started Tasmania’s first trauma sensitive yoga group in 1992, designed to complement mainstream therapy for people living with PTSD.

Hobart resident Trevor Pearce has been a regular in the classes since the beginning.

“Thirty years ago a councillor suggested trying out the classes, and I am still going weekly three decades later,” he said.

“The classes have taught me so much about my body and mind, how to understand my trigger points and really how to own myself.

“Being in a safe and welcoming space with like-minded people who understand really has been lifechanging.”

Yoga instructor Helen Cushing has been running the classes since 2004.

“PTSD can be so crippling and disabling and yoga can really work as antidote for most of the symptoms,” she said.

“Many of those who have attended have found yoga to be a powerful tool for navigating stress, anger and social isolation.”

Helen said the classes are an opportunity for like-minded people to come together and connect.

“We meet once a week for an hour and half practise that is then followed by coffee at the local café,” she said.

to isolate and avoid because they are worried about not being able to handle situations, but this is a safe space where people are able to relate and feel heard.”

Many of the men who attend have started their own practise and one person has completed yoga teaching training.

“We see the same people coming back week after week and the results really are significant,” Helen said.

“This group has been truly life-changing for so many people and will continue to be a haven for living with the impacts of PTSD.”

If you would like to find out more about veteran yoga phone Helen on 0474 321 784.

Veteran Yoga members (back L-R) Bill Folder, Graeme Smith, James Graham, (front L-R) Trevor Pearce, Mukta Summers, Terry Gallagher and Dave Shaw with yoga instructor Helen Cushing

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Archangel Pigeons are beautiful, unusual and make great pets. These pigeons need to be adopted in pairs to ensure social enrichment and longevity (7-10 years). They enjoy bathing in shallow bird baths and being misted to encourage healthy grooming.

Natural perches of varying widths and textures should be provided to exercise their feet and prevent pressure sores. Birds should be able to wrap their feet around two-thirds to three-quarters of the whole perch’s circumference. Platforms may also be provided. A large aviary or loft is needed to ensure these birds can display natural behaviours and stretch their wings.

Uziel and Matriel are just two of the archangels available.

As 2023 begins, we’d like to invite you to join our amazing team of regular givers, a community of like-minded individuals who provide financial support kindly and generously helping RSPCA Tasmania protect and provide: medical care, shelter, safety, warmth, nutritious food and when necessary re-homing of animals who, through no

fault of their own, end up desperately in need of help.

Like every charity, we ask our community for help from time to time.

Like you we are feeling the pinch of increased costs for everyday items. Our furry family members are costing more to take care of too,

During the year, we have many events, appeals, education presentations (AWARE) and more.

We are inviting all pet parents who have adopted from RSPCA, to send us two high resolution photos of their furry, feathered, finned family members, one in a horizontal format and one in a vertical format and tell us a little bit about why you decided to adopt not shop and a bit about your special family member, such as how they entered your life, what’s great about them and anything else you’d like to share about them really!

understandably since the increased cost of living is built into every step of the supply chain. But at the same time more and more people need our help. Whether it’s financial support to pay for an animal to be desexed, or someone seeking emergency treatment for an unexpected vet cost, the phone never stops ringing. We hear from people who reluctantly surrender an animal because their circumstances have changed or those seeking help boarding their animal as secure housing becomes harder to come by. We know you don’t have a lot to spare. A few dollars a month can help us wrap crucial services around the most vulnerable people and animals in our community. This ensures that we can continue to provide support for people and animals when they need us most. Thank you Tasmania. We appreciate your support and are proud of our work taking care of our state’s most vulnerable animals and the people who love them.

Please visit: rspcatas.org.au/donate/ Email: donate@rspcatas.org.au or Phone 03 6709 8100.

At least fourteen animals will be chosen to feature in RSPCA Tasmania’s 2024 Calendar, available from May 2023.

Competition closes Friday March 21st 2023. Winners will be notified by phone and email by Friday March 21st and announced in April 2023.

To be eligible, you and your adopted animal family must reside in Tasmania. Please send entries to events@rspcatas. org.au or post to: RSPCA Tasmania Community Outreach Centre, ATTN: Kerri Walsh, 55-57 Albert Rd, Moonah TAS, 7009.

Open your heart and your home

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

How can I help?

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

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

• Shy or timid

• Too young

• Illness

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

• food & bowls

• kitty litter & trays

• toys, blankets & beds

• 24 hour support

• medicines and vet care You provide:

• a loving environment

• care for our cats and kittens

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

Dapper kitties key social media success for Diane

THERE are many volunteer opportunities at Ten Lives Cat Centre, ranging from Animal Attendant to Driver.

But for those with a creative flair, the Creative Assistant role allows them to put their skills to the test.

One volunteer has done just that in a rather unique way. Since starting back in June this year, Diane Nicolson has taken on the challenge of promoting cats awaiting adoption by photographing them with bowties and bandanas that she hand-crafts.

“I started making ties after seeing cats on Instagram - just something simple to brighten things up in photos,” Diane said.

“In my regular job at the RHH we wear homemade Christmas scrubs so I thought I could make some bandanas for the cats from the fabric offcuts.”

Ten Lives Creative Team volunteers are responsible for a range of tasks including photography, writing, and contributing to our Facebook and

Instagram posts. Creating content for social media that is engaging and that stands out is no easy task.

“The people that follow our Facebook and Instagram pages are a loyal group who want to see posts that brighten their day,” marketing and communications manager Joel Diprose said.

Though, you won’t be seeing any kitties in onesies; cats don’t enjoy being dressed up in a way that may restrict their movement or cover their ears. But for a kitty that’s comfortable with it, a tiemuch like a collar - is fine.

For our volunteers, photographing the cats offers a lot more than just the opportunity to show off their skills.

“I love getting to know the cats, particularly the shy ones or the longtermers,” Diane said.

“If I can get their story out there or show some of their hidden attributes, then hopefully they find their forever homes. When I see the ‘adopted today’ posts I am cheering for them!”

Diane’s contribution to Ten Lives includes many social media posts that

follow a theme, including her ‘what’s on in the Op-Shops’ series. She has helped many cats find their new homes, but it’s not always easy saying goodbye.

“I had a soft spot for Benjamin and Sunny,” Diane said.

“It was a joy to see them every week and to create a storyline around their antics. I do miss

them, but I am so pleased they found a home together!”

Ten Lives thanks Diane and all our wonderful volunteers in their various roles for their contribution to cats in need. If you would like to be involved there are further details on our website.

“I would say absolutely give it a go,” Diane said.

“There’s a lot of

different ways to help and flexible times to suit. You can really make a difference.”

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

Diane has put her creativity to use in helping cats like Harvey find their new homes. Photo credits: Rich East

Archer poses with some of the items Diane created

Tuesday 6am: Wake Up with Kaye Payne. 9am: Bringing Back the Memories with David Carr. Midday: Beats and Ballads with Phil Williams.

3pm: Tuesday Drive with Mal Dennis. 6pm: Mostly Folk with Helen Morrison/Ross Sermons. 8pm: Late Nite Hits with Marg. 10pm: Night Owl Club with Ron Andersen. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Wednesday

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

Breezy Mix with Kathy. Midday:

Wednesday Lunch with Phil Tyson. 2pm: Showtime with Ron Andersen. 4pm: Revival show with Johnny Dallas. 6pm: Wednesday Jukebox with Robbo. 8pm: Country Jukebox with Russell. 10pm: Music of Your Life with Michael Holloway. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Thursday

6am Breakfast with Craig Cracknell. 9am: Magic Music Mix with Tom Payne. Midday: Music of Your Life with Karina

Ceron. 2pm: My Collection with Ken

think of a better thing to do,” Kaye says.

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

Kaye Payne

FINANCIAL MOMENT

Getting more from your Age Pension

THE Age Pension plays a vital role for many Australians in helping them meet their income needs in retirement. Making sure you are getting the maximum Age Pension entitlement can put you ahead by thousands of dollars over your retirement.

Making the Work Bonus work for you

Hank Jongen General Manager, Services Australia

HI everyone.

The Federal Government has just introduced changes to Services Australia’s Work Bonus.

The Work Bonus increases the amount an eligible pensioner can earn from work – either wages or eligible self-employment income – before it effects their pension.

The Work Bonus automatically exempts the first $300 per fortnight you earn from work if you receive Age Pension. Carer Payment and Disability Support Pension customers who are over Age Pension age and working may also benefit from the Work Bonus, subject to normal work rules for those payments.

Every fortnight you aren’t working, or have been paid less than $300 from work, you are

contributing to your Work Bonus balance. This balance can grow until it reaches the maximum of $7,800.

From 1 December, the maximum Work Bonus balance has increased. The government has given it a $4,000 top-up, taking the total possible balance from $7,800 to $11,800. The top up will stay until 31 December 2023.

This means that pensioners over Age Pension age can earn an additional $4,000 in income from work without it having an impact on their rate of pension.

Any Work Bonus eligible income over $300 will reduce any Work Bonus balance you may have before the income starts to reduce your pension. The excess income won’t affect your pension rate until your Work Bonus balance is used up.

The $4,000 will be added

to your existing Work Bonus balance. This means that if you start work you can have an additional $4,000 in Work Bonus eligible income before you see a change in your rate of pension.

If you’re already working and have used up all your Work Bonus balance, the additional $4,000 will mean that you may see an increase in your fortnightly pension from 1 December until you use up the $4,000 Work Bonus top-up.

The Work Bonus operates in addition to the pension income test-free area of $190 per fortnight for singles and $336 per fortnight combined for couples.

For more information on the Work Bonus and pension income test, check our website servicesaustralia.gov.au/ workbonus.

Until next time, Hank Jongen

Here we will discuss several strategies that can help boost the rate of Age Pension you receive.

Gifting

Centrelink allow you to gift assets valued up to $10,000 per financial year or up to $30,000 over five years (not exceeding $10,000 in a single financial year) before there is any impact on your Age Pension.

Gifts made above these limits are considered deprived assets and are counted towards your asset test. They are and subject to deeming under the income test for a period of five years from the date of the gift.

Renovating your home

The value of your primary residence is exempt under the Centrelink asset test. If you have surplus cash, spending money on home improvements can increase the value of your home and reduce the value of your assessable assets, thereby boosting your Age Pension.

The work bonus

If you decide to go back to work, you can take advantage of the Work Bonus incentive.

Centrelink will allow you to earn up to $300 per fortnight which will not be assessed under the income test.

If your work is sporadic, Centrelink will add $300 to your Work Bonus balance each fortnight which will be compounded until it reaches $7,800. This amount excludes the one-off work bonus credit of $4,000 outlined in the October 2022 Federal Budget.

Update the value of your personal assets

The value of personal assets (vehicles, caravans and boats etc) should be based on re-sale value, not insured value. It is common for people to mistakenly overvalue their personal assets with Centrelink.

Reduce your debt

It is a common belief that Centrelink will reduce the value of your assets by the level of debt you have. While this is true for investment debt, such as a rental property mortgage, it is not true for personal debt.

If you have a personal loan, car loan, credit card, home mortgage or any other personal debt, Centrelink do not reduce the value of your assets. By paying down your personal debt you not only save money on interest, but also increase your age pension by using the money in your bank (an assessable asset) to pay off the loan.

Use your younger spouse

If one member of a couple is under Age Pension age, money may be contributed to a super accumulation account in the younger spouse’s name where the money is exempt from the asset test. This requires the older member of the couple withdrawing funds from their super and contributing the proceeds into their younger spouse’s account (provided contribution eligibility criteria is satisfied).

Funeral bond or prepay funeral

Purchasing a funeral bond or pre-paying your funeral can be an effective way to reduce your assets. Centrelink allow you contribute up to $13,500 into a funeral bond which then becomes exempt from the asset test. This could potentially increase your Age Pension by $1,033 per year. There is no limit on the amount you can pre-pay for your funeral.

These are only some of many strategies available to help you get more from your Age Pension. While there are benefits to each, there are also risks and consequences. Prior to adopting any of these strategies you should seek professional advice.

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

The high-speed thrills and spills of billy cart fun

THERE were plenty of thrills and spills on the Claremont College track on 27 November, when hundreds of people enjoyed all the action of the Rotary Club of Claremont's second annual Billy Cart Derby.

Families came out in force to enjoy a high-

speed day of fun, with more than 350 people turning up to watch and compete as the Billy Cart Derby continued to build on the success of the inaugural event in 2021.

Entries flooded in from racers of all ages keen to test their homemade vehicles on the track,

with great prizes up for grabs across the race categories.

Police were onhand to recording the competitors’ speed on the course, while the Claremont Fire Brigade made a grand entrance with sirens blaring.

The Claremont Men's Shed supplied four billy carts for young racers to borrow, and there was plenty to do off the track including face painting, train rides, barbecues, coffee vans and cupcake stalls, a book sale and a chocolate wheel.

Entry was free for spectators, with funds raised to be put back into the local community.

The Hobart, Sandy Bay and Launceston West Rotary Clubs also used the event to showcase some of the projects Rotary is involved in both locally and globally, including

Polio Plus (eradicating polio worldwide), Water Bores in Tanzania (providing communities with fresh water), Food Plant Solutions (focusing on malnutrition and food security in foreign countries), and a project supporting Tasmanian women living with gynecological cancers.

Organisers thanked the many sponsors and volunteers who helped make the day such a success, and are already planning to make the next Billy Cart Derby even bigger and better.

Premier’s Fund gets players out of a pickle

LOCAL participants in one of Tasmania’s fastest growing sports now have the potential to take part in a state-wide competition thanks to funding from the State Government.

The Moonah Indoor Sports Centre received

a $6,745 grant from the Premier’s Discretionary Fund which it will put towards the cost of installing new pickleball court line markings.

A mix of table tennis, badminton and tennis, pickleball is one of the world’s fast-growing sports

and is popular with all age ranges and abilities.

Liberal Member for Clark Madeleine Ogilvie was pleased to hand over the cheque to National Fitness Southern Recreation Association (NFSRA) president Steven King last month.

“The Moonah Indoor Sports Centre is one of Clark’s exciting hubs of activity and caters for around 6,000 people per week who participate in community sports activities,” Minister Ogilvie said.

“The Tasmanian

Liberal

understands the importance of being active and therefore increasing the health and well-being of the community.”

Mr King said the NFSRA is the not-forprofit facilitator of the

than 64 years.

“The growth and need for indoor sport facilities is at an all-time high,” he said.

“Funding from the

State Government

will allow for pickleball to be played on all three courts in the Moonah stadium thus allowing for a state-wide competition to be played at both our Moonah and Clarence centres.”

Government

Moonah and Clarence Sports Centres, supporting many grass root sporting associations for more

for line marking

Liberal Member for Clark Madeleine Ogilvie (front, fourth from left) and NFSRA president Steven King (back left) with pickleball players at the Moonah Indoor Sports Centre

Some of the competitors and spectators at the recent Billy Cart Derby. Photo credits: RJ Visuals

CRICKET fanatic Dylan Gangell will represent Tasmania at the National Cricket Inclusion

Championships in Brisbane next month, two years after losing 90 per cent of his vision.

Eighteen-year-old Dylan will be one of seven Tasmanians to represent the

state for the first time at the annual championships.

“I have been playing cricket since I was a kid and when I unexpectedly lost my vision at 16 I thought I would never be able to play again,” he said.

“Having the opportunity to represent Tasmania in a sport I love really is a dream come true.”

In blind cricket, the standard cricket ball is

replaced by a larger ball filled with ball bearings to provide audible cues. Bowlers also use verbal signals including shouting “play!” before releasing the ball.

The stumps are also larger, with metal tubes painted in fluorescent colours to allow partially sighted players to see them and blind players to touch them in order to correctly orient themselves

when batting or bowling.

Tasmania will combine with Canberra to field a team at the National Cricket Inclusion Championships, featuring four players who are totally blind (B1), three players who are partially blind (B2), and four players who are partially sighted (B3).

Blind Cricket Tasmania (BCT) captain David Hughes said he feels honoured to

lead the state team at the championships.

“I have always had a deep love of cricket and always enjoyed playing until my eye condition deteriorated,” he said.

“I made enquiries about whether blind cricket was being played in Tasmania in following years without luck and it saddened me that I may never participate again.

“The BCT initiative led by Inclusive Innovations Tasmania (IIT) to bring this dream alive has certainly revitalised me and I embrace the chance of playing again and representing my state.

“I am hoping that as this great concept grows and more young people who may have felt that a sporting dream they held may not be fulfilled can come to fruition.”

Mackenzie Archer