Canberra LGBTIQ Business & Community Directory 2015

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GLBTI Business & Community Directory Connecting our community with businesses and support services fusemagazine.com.au

GLBTI DIRECTORY CONTENTS 2 Welcome

18 Home & Lifestyle

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Auto Sales & Repair Services

18 Legal Services

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Beauty & Grooming

24 Medical & Optical

4 Celebrants

24 Photographers

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Community Services

26 Professional Services

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Community and Social Groups

26 Real Estate

14 Designers

34 Sexual Health

14 Financial Services

34 Sexuality & Adult

14 Fitness

34 Travel & Accommodation

18 Food & Beverages

36 Venues

Are you stressed?

Do you suffer from Anxiety or Depression?

Are you experiencing relationship difficulties?

Do you have sexual health issues?

Do you understand, accept and value your sexual identity?

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Counselling is available by appointment during the day or after business hours.

If you wish to schedule an appointment time to meet with one of our counsellors, please contact us on 02 62572855 or visit us at 16 Gordon Street, ACTON.

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WELCOME MESSAGE Welcome to Canberra’s all new and very shiny GLBTI business and community directory. This project has been something that I have wanted to do for a while now.

Both Canberra and our community are very dear to me and I felt we really needed a locally produced services publication. One that was actually developed with the GLBTI community in mind and not just some cash cow… sorry cows, I don’t mean to offend!

As for everyday living, we have that covered too. If you’re looking to have your car serviced; your hair lasered away; a picture framed or need a new bed; the businesses advertised here are not just your everyday companies. They are more than just ‘gay’ friendly, they also embrace the GLBTI community. By choosing the businesses listed in this directory, you will be supporting GLBTI owned businesses and also companies that are actively supporting our community — it’s a win-win!

For me, this publication is completely centred around the all-important community and social services, and you’ll find these throughout its pages. Being a social creature, my favourite part is definitely the GLBTI community social and sporting group’s section — gay tennis anyone? But it’s not all about fun in the sun, there is also a serious side to our little directory.

An extensive community services section has also been included and covers a wide range of GLBTI support and health services.

The GLBTI business and community directory is also available online at fusemagaizne.com.au/directory where you will find an extended list of community support services, queer social groups and new businesses popping up throughout the year.

It is my hope that this little directory grows stronger every year and everyone uses it often. Stick it in a handy spot at home or in the car.

Alexander Thatcher FUSE Magazine Editor If you have missed advertising here, you can still advertise on our online GLBTI directory or make a booking for 2016. For more information call Alex on 0412 309 992 or email alex@fusemagazine.com.au Published by FUSE Magazine: PO Box 844 Belconnen ACT 2616

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AUTO SALES & REPAIR SERVICES Cosmos Clinic

Commonwealth Motors

Commonwealth Motors is proud to be a dealership which is inclusive and respectful. We offer great service and fabulous deals on Holdens in Canberra.

9 02 6171 4507

w commonwealthmotorsholden.com.au , 158 Melrose Drive, Phillip ACT 2606

Lennock Motors

For more than 50 years the friendly staff at Lennock Motors have been selling and servicing new and used vehicles in Canberra and the surrounding region.

9 02 6282 2022

w lennock.com.au

, 150 Melrose Drive, Phillip ACT 2606

Get that perfect looking body easily and fast. Be sculpted by the experts for the ultimate athletic and contoured look! We specialise in Vaser® 4D® Lipo® and have performed over 5000 liposuction procedures.

9 1300 138 797

w cosmosclinic.com.au

, 70 Kent Street, Deakin ACT 2600 = See page 16 for more details

Form Haircutters

Form Haircutters in Kingston offers a high level of client comfort, quality customer service and the latest fashion trends.

9 02 6295 6355

w formhair.com.au

, 25 Kennedy Street, Kingston ACT 2604

Roverworks

Canberra’s only rainbow family owned mechanic shop! Servicing all car types and specialising in 4x4, Land Rover and Range Rover repairs and servicing.

9 02 6241 8777 m info@roverworks.com.au

w roverworks.com.au

CELEBRANTS Lisa Teasdale Celebrant

, 38 Hoskins Street, Mitchell ACT 2911 = See page 10 for more details

Congratulations — as your Life Celebrant I am here to work with you to help make your wedding or commitment ceremony everything you ever dreamed of.

Civil Partnerships / Marriages / Naming / Funerals / Notary.

BEAUTY & GROOMING

9 0404 023 876 m lisa@lisajoyteasdale.com.au

A Little Laser

Laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation treatments for people of all skin types. With over 10 years experience, A Little Laser provides safe, fast, high end medical grade treatments at affordable prices.

9 02 6232 6629 , Shop 6, Manuka Arcade, Manuka ACT 2603 G facebook.com/ALittleLaser = See page 10 for more details Contours Defemme

Look younger with the latest treatments that are clinically proven to work on all skin types.

9 02 6295 8848 , Style Arcade, Palmerston Lane, Manuka ACT 2603

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w lisajoyteasdale.com.au

= See page 16 for more details

Ruth Sadlo Celebrant

Let me help you create a ceremony that will reflect the love and commitment you have for each other.

Civil Partnerships / Marriages / Name Giving / Funerals.

9 0488 997 753 m sadloj@tpg.com.au Ceremonies By Sharyn

Same-Sex Celebrant, Sharyn Gunn can help with all your special days. Civil Partnerships / Marriages / Notary / Re-Affirmations / Name Giving / Funerals.

9 0400 003 425 m sharyn@ceremoniesbysharyn.com.au

w ceremoniesbysharyn.com.au

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COMMUNITY SERVICES A Gender Agenda Working with those who do not fit cultural assumptions about the male/female binary, whether because of their gender identity, gender presentation, history or biological characteristics. We provide support,

advocacy, training and community development.

9 02 6162 1924 m events@genderrights.org.au

w genderrights.org.au

, 67 Ebden Street, Ainslie ACT 2602

AIDS Action Council of the ACT We are proud to care and support people living with HIV in the ACT and region. We work with the community to promote safe sex, minimise the transmission of HIV and reduce its associated personal and social impacts. We aim to reduce discrimination by increasing the community’s understanding of HIV. We do all this through the development and delivery of a range of services and programs which are informed by the latest evidence and best practice. We provide a broad range of programs and services including: • Counselling • Therapeutic groups • Peer support • Community education • Peer education

• LGB workshops • Volunteering opportunities • Health promotion campaigns • Events and activities

9 02 6257 2855 m aidsaction.org.au

w 16 Gordon Street, Acton ACT 2601 = See page 1 and inside back cover

Communities@Work Communities@Work an GLBTI inclusive organisation that provides food and essential services to vulnerable and disadvantaged people when they need it the most. You can help by volunteering in one of our many programs.

For more information about working with Communities@Work please contact Heidi today!

9 02 6293 6500 m admin@commsatwork.org

w commsatwork.org

, 245 Cowlishaw Street, Greenway ACT 2900 = See page 29 for more details

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Diversity ACT

Diversity ACT is a GLBTI non-profit community based service, support network and resource organisation.

m info@diversityact.org.au

w diversityact.org.au

, 8 Laidlaw Place, Kambah ACT 2902

Life Line

Providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support line.

9 13 11 14 NewAccess : Beyond Blue

If life pressures are causing you stress we can help.

A free service that provides support in the form of a coach.

w beyondblue.org.au/newaccesscoach 9 1300 22 4636 Marymead

Thinking of becoming a foster carer? Marymead provides foster care for children and young people from just one night to a whole lifetime, and welcomes a diverse range of individuals and couples as carers.

9 02 6162 5800 m enquiries@marymead.org.au

w marymead.org.au

, 255 Goyder Street, Narrabundah ACT 2604 = See page 3 for more details Northside Community Service

A 200+ strong team of exceptional and courageous workers who support people and families to make sure no-one gets left behind... ever. We’ve been providing inclusive home and community care services to residents in Canberra for over 25 years.

9 02 6257 2255

w northside.asn.au

, 2 Rosevear Place, Dickson ACT 2602 = See page 11 for more details

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Canberra Sexual Health Centre Canberra’s leading clinic for free testing and treatment of sexually transmissible infections and HIV on the Canberra Hospital campus in Garran, ACT Knowing your HIV status allows you to get treatment early, stay well and reduce risk to your partners Look after your health, choose condoms, and talk and test often Free, friendly, non-judgemental and confidential specialist sexual health care

Some booked appointments at other times HIV PEP during business hours — after hours please attend your local Emergency Department M-Clinic for after hours checkups for gay and other MSM — first business Monday of the month.

Daily walk-in clinics (no appointment)

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CALL US on 6244 2184 or check our website for opening hours www.health.act.gov.au/sexualhealth

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COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL GROUPS PFLAG Capital Region

PFLAG-ACT is part of a international peer support group for parents, friends, and allies of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, trans, and intersex people.

G facebook.com/pflagACT

w pflagaustralia.org.au

ACT Queer

ACTQueer is a confidential yahoo message board and email group for GLBTI people in Canberra.

w groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/actqueer Bears Canberrra

Qlife

QLife is Australia’s first nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for GLBTI people of diverse sex, genders and sexualities.

9 1800 184 527

w qlife.org.au

= See page 27 for more details

Queer Minds Canberra

The group provides a safe and accepting environment for anyone who has, or may be experiencing, a mental illness. In regular meetings we share, in confidence, our current and past mental health issues and experiences as well as coping and recovery strategies. If you are interested in participating, please join our yahoo group.

9 0423 185 491 m joel.mallett@gmail.com

w au.groups.yahoo.com/group/QMCA Realtionships Australia

Relationships Australia have experienced counsellors, mediators and educators who provide services in a friendly, open and respectful way for all members of our communities. We openly welcome people from the GLBTI communities.

Bears Canberra is the only community group in Canberra for bears, cubs and their admirers.

Everyone is welcome to join and attend our events.

G facebook.com/groups/CbrBears2013 Bit Bent

Bit Bent is a social-support group that provides a space for same-sex attracted people aged between 12 to 25. We offer a safe place to meet and make friends with other young same-sex attracted people, as well organising activities, excursions and information sessions.

G Search BitBent on Facebook Camp-berra : Mardi Gras float group

Representing Canberra at the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras for over 28 years! Everyone is welcome!

G facebook.com/groups/campberrafloat Canberra Gay & Lesbian Tennis Club

A bunch of GLBTI people in Canberra who like to play tennis regularly. The men like men and the women like women and we all like tennis.

G Search Pink Tennis on Facebook

9 1300 364 277

w racr.relationships.org.au

= See page 17 for more details

The Pinnacle Foundation

We provide scholarships, with the guidance of mentors and donors, to assist GLBTI youth who are disadvantaged. If you are aged 16 to 24 and need financial help for your studies we may be able to help.

Canberra Qwire

9 02 9990 4708 m admin@thepinnaclefoundation.org

The Qwire is a group of people from all walks of life and ages who found something in common: a passion for singing! Everyone is welcome to join.

= See page 17 for more details

w canberraqwire.org.au

w thepinnaclefoundation.org

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A Little Laser

Cosmetic Laser Clinic Jennifer Dromgold is the owner of a boutique laser clinic A Little Laser in Manuka. She provides safe, fast, high end medical grade treatments at affordable prices. Hair removal and skin rejuvenation treatments for people of all skin types.

Jennifer’s experience spans over 10 years.

Jennifer has clients ranging from gay boys and girls who want to be ultra smooth to people in the trans community who need a professional clinic that understands their needs.

“As somebody that supports and understands the needs of GLBTI people I’m very keen to offer my services and help individuals look and feel better.

I am excited and proud to be able to offer my clients individual treatment plans and give them the time they deserve in a boutique style clinic.

I enjoy building an honest relationship with my clients and love having the opportunity to help people achieve results with their individual concerns.”

We believe it’s about more than just beauty... it’s about you!

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We know it takes a lot more than a rainbow flag to make a service LGBTI friendly.

We also know we can’t do it alone.

That’s why the team at Northside has been working closely with our friends in the Canberra Gay & Lesbian Qwire, the AIDS Action Council of the ACT and the LGBTI community to ensure our services and staff are informed, inclusive and aware.

We are always on the look out for volunteers to join our team so that together we can make sure no one gets left behind — ever! Contact us today to have a chat and see how you can make a difference in your community.

2 Rosevear Place Dickson www.northside.asn.au 02 6257 2255

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Capital Queers : Mardi Gras Float Group Each year we strive to get a diverse and proud group of GLBTI people (and friends) to participate in the Mardi Gras parade, in the most fabulous way possible!

m mail@capitalqueers.com

w capitalqueers.com

G facebook.com/cqcanberra Dyke Dinner & Movie Group A casual and friendly group that welcomes all like-minded women in Canberra to meet weekly for coffee, a movie and dinner. Weekly event information is posted on the FUSE website.

m robyn.soxsmith@yahoo.com Frontrunners Canberra Frontrunners is a group who get together each Saturday for a run or walk at different locations around the ACT before having breakfast at a local cafe.

m gyessa@gmail.com G Search Canberra Frontrunners on Facebook Gay & Lesbian Squash A GLBTI friendly sporting and social group in Canberra for people who enjoy squash.

w Join the Google group, gayactsquash for more info Gay Crash Once a month, we take over the coolest or dodgiest Canberra straight bar we can find, for one night only (the night of your life) and make it ours!

m gaycrash.canberra@facebook.com G Search Gaycrash Canberra on Facebook Long Yang Club Canberra The Long Yang Club is a social club that fosters friendships between Asian and non-Asian men.

w lyccanberra.org

G Search Long Yang Club Canberra on Facebook Motafrenz ACT Make new friends who love cars! Join our fun group for drives in the country, social events, weekends away and car-related events. No need to own a special car.

m act@motafrenz.org

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OUTBIZ

Canberra’s GLBTI Business & Public Servants Network is a place where you can connect with like-minded people, expand your business, find new customers or suppliers, gain support and socialise with the local GLBTI business community and queer professionals.

Join our eNewsletter on the FUSE website or via the OUTBIZ Facebook page to keep up-to-date with our regular events that are held throughout the year.

G facebook.com/Outbiz PFLAG Capital Region

A social and support network for GLBTI people, their parents, family and friends in the ACT and surrounding region.

m info@pflagact.org.au G facebook.com/pflagACT Queer Minds

The group provides a safe and accepting environment for anyone who has, or may be experiencing, a mental illness. In regular meetings we share, in confidence, our current and past mental health issues and experiences as well as coping and recovery strategies. If you are interested in participating, please join our yahoo group.

9 0423 185 491 m joel.mallett@gmail.com

w au.groups.yahoo.com/group/QMCA UC Queer Collective

The University of Canberra Queer Collective creates a supportive and social network for GLBTI people.

m sexuality@theucsa.org.au G Search UC Queer Collective on Facebook

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moneymechanics.

bringing together technical expertise and the human touch to create a solution tailored towards your overall goals.

We are specialist financial life planners in the areas of self managed super funds, public sector superannuation, wealth creation, salary sacrifice, gearing strategies, voluntary redundancy, estate and risk management planning.

Our values based financial planning approach brings together technical expertise and the human touch to create a solution tailored towards your overall life goals.

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DESIGNERS Downie Design

FITNESS Alive Health Fitness Clubs

We want to make sure your journey in the design world is a positive one. We put your business first and focus on understanding your needs and objectives before we start any design work with you.

We are an inclusive and friendly gym at the leading edge of the health and fitness market in the ACT.

9 02 6247 9826 m hello@downiedesign.com

, Narrabundah & Queanbeyan

w downiedesign.com

= See page 22 for more details

Lithium Innovation

We build honest relationships with our clients so our interactions can produce positive and successful results.

Our services include graphic and website design, publications, advertising, branding, logo and corporate identity design and hosting services.

9 0412 309 992 m design@lithium.net.au

w lithium.net.au

Typeyard Design & Advertising

Typeyard is a vibrant graphic design and advertising studio. We offer a broad range of disciplines whilst combining a blend of intelligent and creative design.

w typeyard.com.au FINANCIAL SERVICES Money Mechanics

Money Mechanics are specialist financial life planners in the areas of self-managed super funds, public sector superannuation, wealth creation, salary sacrifice, gearing strategies, voluntary redundancy, estate and risk management planning.

Our values-based financial planning approach brings together technical expertise and the human touch to create a solution tailored towards your overall life goals.

9 1300 772 643 m advice@money-mechanics.com.au

w money-mechanics.com.au

G facebook.com/moneymechanics , Nishi Building, 2 Phillip Law Street, Canberra ACT 2601 = See page 13 for more details

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9 02 6295 9500

w alivehealthclubs.com.au Fitness First

Fitness First is a proud supporter of the GLBTI community and an inclusive place for everyone.

9 02 6221 5901

w fitnessfirst.com.au

, Ground Foor, Canberra Centre, City, ACT 2600

Flames Fitness

At Flames Fitness we offer an inclusive personal gym experience where everyone is welcome.

9 02 6257 1483

w flamesfitness.com.au

, North Lyneham, Phillip & Tuggeranong

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Life Fit Training offers specialised fitness training for women. We’ll help you get your health on track.

9 0409 782 157 m lifefittraining@outlook.com = See page 20 for more details Nude Yoga for Men

Meet like-minded men and enjoy the sensual delights of practicing gentle asana/yoga naked.

Classes comprise of: relaxation, gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques, yogic philosophy, contemplation and basic meditation.

9 0419 694 991 m fusion.yoga.bodywork@gmail.com Pioneer Training

Pioneer Training is serious about helping people reach their fitness goals and offers a range of platforms to suit your needs.

9 0400 806 111 m info@pioneer-training.com

w pioneer-training.com

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An advanced bodysculpting procedure, Vaser® 4D® Lipo® utilises ultrasound energy to gently melt fat and create a more sculpted and natural look whilst taking into account the dynamic movement of the muscles.

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Is now the time to commit to one another?

As your Life Celebrant I will help you make your wedding or commitment ceremony everything you ever dreamed of.

Together we’ll create that perfect day, one that is totally designed to suit and fulfil your needs. As a Life Celebrant I can offer you suggestions but it is your choice based on what you want. You choose the venue, the style, the size of your ceremony and the words. I will pull together a beautiful service and you will be my guides.

• Commitment Ceremonies • Weddings & Reaffirmations • Naming & Birthdays • Memorials & Funerals

Contact me today and we can start planning your wonderful day.

0404 023 876 Lisajoyteasdale.com.au • Lisajoyteasdalecelebrant@gmail.com CELEBRANTS

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Reach your Pinnacle *Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer

We assist LGBTIQ* youth who are disadvantaged by providing scholarships, under the guidance of mentors and donors.

If you’re aged 16 to 24 and need financial help for studies at high school, TAFE or university we may be able to help.

Facebook.com/ ThePinnacleFoundation or search LinkedIn for The Pinnacle Foundation

We know potential when we see it To apply, search ‘Pinnacle Scholarships’

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Relationships Australia

Services include:

• Enhancing relationships • Parenting • Relationship difficulties, including separation • Re-partnering and family relationships • Communication issues • Family violence • Managing conflict • Trust issues Our focus is relationships and • Sexual difficulties any issues impacting on you or your relationships in all domains • Grief and loss • Self-esteem & identity issues of our lives, including partners, • Support for people finding it parents, siblings, friends, hard to manage their gambling colleagues or children. and their families

has experienced counsellors, mediators and educators who provide services in a friendly, open and respectful way for all members of our communities.

We openly welcome people from the GLBTI communities.

Relationships Australia also delivers support services for Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants, and survivors of child sexual abuse who take part in or are affected by the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.

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FOOD & BEVERAGES Hang Ups Cosmorex

Cosmorex is Canberra’s longest established coffee roaster with three generations of family experience.

Drop by our cafe for the best coffee in Canberra, where you will also find a large range of world class coffee beans, coffee machines and accessories.

9 02 6280 7511

w cosmorex.com.au

, 47 Kembla Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609

Dickson Health Foods

Great selection of gluten-free, vegan, coconut and cacao foods. Beautiful low-allergen skin and hair products.

9 02 6249 7356 , Dickson Shopping Centre, Dickson ACT 2602 One Big Cock Wine Company

Be a hit at the party, turn up with One Big Cock!

We love to create and deliver quality wine at the best possible value. Available throughout Canberra, Queanbeyan and Sydney. See our website for details.

Hang Ups provides high quality picture framing, hanging systems, conservation work, art, and mounting and framing supplies. Hang Ups also has a large range of beautiful crystal glassware and gifts.

9 02 6280 0312 m info@hangups.com.au

w hangups.com.au

, Cnr Kembla & Gladstone Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609 = See page 21 for more details

Riteway Curtains & Blinds We offer the most comprehensive range of blinds, awnings and shutters ensuring there is a solution for your requirements. In addition to exclusive products only available through LUXAFLEX®, we also offer solutions for shaped windows, skylights, hard to reach windows, and can also provide motorised solutions.

m mitchell@riteways.com.au , 66 Heffernan Street Mitchell, ACT 2911 , 64 Wollongong Street Fyshwick, ACT 2609

w riteways.com.au

= See page 23 for more details

w onebigcockwinecompany.com.au The Essential Ingredient

The Essential Ingredient is noted for its international and local cookbooks, high quality cookware and wide range of quality food products and speciality cheeses. A must-visit for any serious foodie.

9 02 6295 7148 , 25 Jardine Street, Kingston ACT 2604

LEGAL SERVICES Blumers Personal Injury Lawyers No win no pay! Compensation claims, work injury, motor accidents, medical negligence, public liability, catastrophic injury. Our expert solicitors are dedicated to getting you optimal compensation.

9 02 6208 2600 m blumers@blumers.com.au HOME & LIFESTYLE Beds N Dreams

We don’t care who you sleep with — we care about what you sleep on! At Beds N Dreams you’ll find a large range of bedroom furniture that is beautiful, high quality and affordable.

w blumers.com.au

, Level 12, 15 London Circuit, Canberra City, ACT 2601 = See page 22 for more details

DDCS Family Lawyers Specialising in GLBTI matters, assisted conception, family law, estate planning and business succession services. Achieving the best possible outcomes.

9 02 6239 1140 m fyshwick@bedsndreams.com.au

9 02 6212 7600 m mail@ddcslawyers.com.au

, 96 Barrier Street, Fyshwick ACT 2906 = See page 20 for more detail

, 18 Kendall Lane, New Acton ACT 2601 = See page 9 for more details

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We pride ourselves on friendly, professional customer service and are committed to providing expert advice.

96 Barrier Street, Fyshwick Monday to Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 10am – 4pm www.bedsndreams.com.au

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framing • printing • hanging systems • conservation • materials • artwork • mirrors

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THE HANG UPS GUARANTEE Our mission is to provide quality framing services and personal attention for all our customers. If you’re not completely happy with our work we’ll redo it.

We believe that perfection should always be our benchmark, no matter what your budget is or what you’re framing. We provide professional framing services, hanging systems, large format printing, mirrors, designer art, framing materials, mounts and accessories. At Hang Ups you’ll receive the very best advice and service 18 years of experience can offer.

HANG UPS NOW ALSO OFFERS PROFESSIONAL ‘HIGH QUALITY’ FORMAT PRINTING Large & Small Format Printing • Canvas Printing • Fine Art & Photographic Printing Artists & Designers Proofs • Scanning • Photo Editing • Restoration

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Because You Deserve Justice Blumers are Canberra’s case-winning compensation lawyers.

■ Workplace accidents ■ Medical negligence ■ Auto injury Call for free advice. If you don’t win you don’t pay us.

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MEDICAL & OPTICAL Dr Mike Seah: Gungahlin Family Healthcare Dr Seah at Gungahlin Family Healthcare specialises in healthcare services for GLBTI Canberrans and their families.

PHOTOGRAPHERS Doug Robinson Photography

Doug is a local photographer who covers all types of events — weddings, parties, nightclubs, community.

9 0434 576 560

9 02 6133 2300 • After Hours 1300 422 567 , Franz Bormann Close, Gungahlin ACT 2912 = See page 24 for more details

KMJ Photography

Eye Candy Optical

9 0419 901 733

Specialists in spectacles and sunglasses with a large range of shapes, styles, colours, materials and finishes. Our examinations use the latest advanced diagnostic tools along with highly experienced and friendly optometrists.

9 02 6188 4466

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G facebook.com/eyecandycanberra , Shop 136 Mode 3 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT 2612 = See page 19 for more details

COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PRACTICE WITH SPECIAL INTERESTS IN • Men’s health • HIV medicine (s100 prescriber) • Sexual health • Skin checks and lesion removal • Travel medicine • Occupational medicine and WorkCover • Department of Veterans Affairs

Professional freelance photography business specialising in events, modelling, news and sport.

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Yes We Are Photography

Specialising in weddings, portraits, modelling, events, sport, social occasions, parties and charity photography for the GLBTI community.

9 0424 138 070 m info@yesweare.com.au

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DR MIKE SEAH

MBBS FRACGP DAvMed MPH FACAsM

HEALTHCARE SERVICES FOR GAY & LESBIAN CANBERRANS AND THEIR FAMILIES

• Aviation medicine (CASA and FAA medical examiner) Consultations by appointment only.

Gungahlin Family Healthcare

2 Franz Bormann Close, Gungahlin ACT Telephone 02 6133 2300 MEDICAL SERVICES

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WHEN IT COMES TO SELLING YOUR HOME GO WITH THE AGENT WITH THE MOST RESULTS AND EXPERIENCE • 8 years Real Estate experience • REIACT 2010 & 2012 Auctioneer of the Year • LGBTI real estate specialist • Top 3 Luton Agent 2014 • Assisted 92 buyers and sellers personally in 2014

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REAL ESTATE Luton Properties

When it comes to selling your home go with the agent with the most results and the most experience! Call the agent who achieves the highest prices across Canberra.

9 02 6162 4333 or 0431 419 847 m jason.roses@luton.com.au

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AHA Moments

Are you seeking a meaningful life? Sally Bundy is a professional counsellor and life coach. Specialising in Gestalt psychotherapy, counselling, mediation, life coaching, supervision and GLBTI wellbeing.

9 02 6247 5494 or 0419 287 713 m sallybundy1@gmail.com

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, Clinic 9, Gold Creek Square 7 O’Hanlon Place

Nicholls, ACT 2913

= See page 26 for more details

, Shop 16A/30 Hibberson Street, Gungahlin ACT 2912 = See page 25 for more details

PRDnationwide

Johnathan Davis has an enthusiastic approach to his work with the experience you would expect from one of Canberra’s leading agencies.

9 02 6262 5232 or 0437 309 680 m johnathan.davis@prd.com.au

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, 7/32 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT = See page 15 for more details

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Gestalt Therapy is a growth oriented, contextual and relational approach to working with people. The Gestalt approach embraces a person’s physical, psychological, intellectual, emotional, interpersonal and spiritual experience in a holistic way.

Each of these interconnected aspects of living is considered inseparable from a person’s environment, history and culture.

GLBTI • Poly/Alter • Couples Clinic Gold Creek Square, 7/9 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls ACT 6247 5494 or 0419 287 713 gestaltcounselingcanberrasallybundy.com.au “feel your sadness or hear your madness”

Art therapy, dream work, sand play ... shame, anger, grief issues ...

After hours, weekends, home or office visits available.

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Communities@Work is an inclusive organisation that provides food and essential services to vulnerable and disadvantaged people when they need it the most. Through our social programs and in partnerships with specialist organisations we provide services or referrals in the following areas: • • • • •

A food pantry open from Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm stocking healthy food and essential items Skills development such as cooking lessons Clothing for job interviews, work experience or special events Social inclusion and support, such as walking, advocacy, mentoring for parenting and household practices Referrals to specialist organisations for example housing

DO GOOD FEEL GOOD REAL GOOD How you can help • • • •

Volunteer in our programs Provide in kind support Become a regular donor Leave a bequest

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A SAFE PLACE FOR GUYS WHO LIKE GUYS Meet new people or hangout with friends at the ‘Ranch’ Our facilities include: Comfortable lounge area Big screen TV & FOXTEL Free internet cafe Free coffee & tea New cinema lounge Modern facilities Play & fantasy rooms Private rooms In our shop at Fantasy Lane we also have a fantastic range of the latest DVDs, magazines, toys, lubes, condoms, leather and more.

mustangranch.com.au Unit 19, Molonglo Mall, Fyshwick Monday to Friday 11.00am - 11.45pm Saturday & Sunday 10.30am - 11.45pm Email: fantasylane@me.com Telephone: 02 6239 1600

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SEXUAL HEALTH Tantric Massage Man

Canberra Sexual Health Centre

Situated on the Canberra Hospital campus the Canberra Sexual Health Centre offers free, friendly, non-judgemental and confidential specialist sexual health care.

The only authentic sensual tantric massage in Canberra for gay men. Tantric massage is powerful. It heals and liberates. It breaks down inhibitions and it frees the soul, the body and the mind.

9 02 6244 2184

9 0411 440 944 m info@tantricmassageman.com

, Building 5, Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT 2605 = See page 7 for more details

= See page 30 for more details

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Sexual Health & Family Planning ACT

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Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) is an inclusive, non-judgmental, strong and vibrant health promotion charity organisation that continues to deliver sexual and reproductive health services to the Canberra community — now for over 35 years.

Bewong River Retreat NSW

Visit our website where you’ll find heaps of information — or make an appointment at the SHFPACT clinic by calling us during business hours.

9 02 4443 6999

9 02 6247 3077 m shfpact@shfpact.org.au

Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia

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G facebook.com/shfpact , Level 1, 28 University Ave, Canberra ACT 2601 = See page 35 for more detail SEXUALITY & ADULT Fantasy Lane

Gay owned, Fantasy Lane has a large range of DVDs, toys, lubes, clothing, magazines, plus other fun things to keep you happy and amused. Our staff are always friendly and make you feel comfortable and welcome.

Gay owned, the Bewong River Retreat offers the perfect holiday or short break in a secluded natural setting with luxurious bungalow accommodation.

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, Princes Hwy, Bewong, South Coast, NSW 2540

If you’re looking for GLBTI travel information or accommodation in Australia then the GALTA website should be your first port of call.

GALTA lists GLBTI welcoming companies which offer you airfares, accommodation (hotels, resorts, apartments, B&Bs, and more), cars, tours, transfers, cruises, clubs and attractions. GALTA provides gay friendly travel advice for GLBTI people and their friends.

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G facebook.com/GALTAOz Go2Gay Cairns

9 02 6280 6969 , Unit 19, Molonglo Mall Fyshwick, ACT 2609

If your planning a trip to tropical Cairns then drop by the Go2GayCairns.com website, it’s the only gay travel portal for tropical Australia!

Mustang Ranch

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The Ranch is a safe venue for men who want to meet men in Canberra. The Ranch inside Fantasy Lane is located in Fyshwick and open 7 days a week.

9 02 6239 1600

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, Unit 19, Molonglo Mall Fyshwick, ACT 2609 = See page 33 for more detail

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The Little Ripper Holiday House

Relax to the rhythmic sound of ocean waves in our budget, pet friendly holiday home at Callala Beach.

9 02 4423 5284

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, Callala Beach, NSW 2540

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The SHFPACT clinic is located at Level 1, 28 University Ave, Canberra City. We offer a holistic, confidential and respectful service. Call 02 6247 3077 or email shfpact@shfpact.org.au to make a appointment. More at: shfpact.org.au 35

VENUES

EQ Cafe & Lounge

EQ Café and Lounge offers a stylish venue for great coffee, breakfast and lunch in Canberra’s Inner South.

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, 70 Kent Street, Deakin ACT 2600

The Dickson Tradies

We are keen to provide a venue where everyone can enjoy themselves, no matter what their sexuality is. A safe and welcoming club for the whole community.

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, 2 Badham Street, Dickson ACT 2602 = See inside front cover for more details

The Phoenix Pub

The most friendly pub in Canberra. Supporting the GLBTI community and the right to drink beer since 1993.

w lovethephoenix.com

, 23-27 East Row, Canberra City ACT 2601 = See page 36 for more details

Cube Nightclub

Tilley’s Devine Cafe

CUBE Nightclub is Canberra’s premier gay and lesbian (GLBTI) dance venue, situated in the city.

For over 30 years Tilley’s has been a gathering place for the LGBTI community. Tilley’s is famous for its ambiance, food and fabulous coffees and cake.

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, 33 Petrie Plaza, Canberra City ACT 2601 = See page 5 for more details

, Cnr of Wattle & Brigalow Streets = See back cover for more details

Nothing to declare except my Guinness THE MOST FRIENDLY PUB IN CANBERRA

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SUPPORTING EQUALITY, THE LGBTI COMMUNITY AND THE RIGHT TO DRINK BEER SINCE 1993.

OPEN EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK FROM LUNCH TO LATE.

23 East Row, Civic Bus Interchange Canberra | Ph: 6162 1581 LoveThePhoenix.com

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Tilley’s Devine Café Gallery

Est. 1984

THREE DECADES

THE SAFE PLACE

Socialise Fabulously

Corner of Wattle and Brigalow Streets, Lyneham OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 8AM –10PM SUNDAYS 8AM – 6PM RESERVE YOUR FAVOURITE TABLE OR BOOTH CALL 6247 7753 THE KITCHEN OPEN ALL HOURS FOR YOU • TILLEYS.COM.AU