BITS AND PIECES

Ogah Ogah Burning). Dark Park saw 90,000 entries across the festival, Night Mass had 15,000 attend, and 17,500 people witnessed The Burning. Drew Berridge,

WOMEN’S FIFA WORLD CUP KICKS OFF THIS MONTH

ZIP LINE ON THE MOUNTAIN?

An entrepreneurial Tasmanian has announced his grand plans to create a zip line down kunanyi/Mt Wellington.

ARE YOU WASTING POWER THE CORRECT WAY?

Did you know throwing away batteries into your bin is dangerous? Not only are batteries full of toxic chemicals that can leach into our soil, but incorrect disposal of batteries can cause a fire! To dispose of batteries correctly, follow these steps:

1. Tape the terminals. If they can touch, they can create a spark.

2. Store them in a glass container (only glass) and make sure it’s not airtight. Pressure can build inside the container otherwise.

3. Label the container as ‘used’ and keep away from children and pets.

4. Once full, dispose of the batteries at a dedicated battery recycling drop off point or your local council recycling unit.

For more tips and information on battery safely and recycling, or where to recycle them, head to www.bcycle.com.au/dropoff.

Dark Mofo Numbers Eclipsed

Dark Mofo organisers are celebrating a successful festival with numbers eclipsing those from last year and those from the last pre-covid festival in 2019. There were a total of 427,000 entries (a 60% increase on 2022 and a 77% increase on 2019), with the Winter Feast alone welcoming 110,000 entries (with almost 20,000 pouring in on the final Sunday night, post

The FIFA Women’s World Cup is right around the corner with the Australian Women’s team, Matildas, to face off against Ireland when the tournament officially opens on 20 July. The renowned international women’s football competition will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. We look forward to the action and wish the Matildas the best of luck!

Lower Speed Limit On The Way For Sandy Bay Shopping Strip

The Sandy Bay shopping precinct will see speed limits modified starting from 9 July, 2023. The current 50km/h stretch of Sandy Bay Road between Ashfield Street and Osbourne Street will be permanently reduced to 40km/h and will encompass the Sandy Bay retail precinct. The speed limit change is part of an enhancing road safety measure by the City of Hobart and aims to ensure a safer environment for the large number of pedestrians utilising the busy retail zone. Message boards informing the travelling public of the changes have been installed and will remain in place for a further two weeks beyond 9 July to remind commuters of the change.

Victim Survivors Invited To New Council

Eligible community members are invited to express their interest in joining an inaugural Victim Survivor Advisory Council to amplify the voices of victim survivors of family and sexual violence. Members of the Advisory Council will be paid for their time and expertise and will assist to shape the implementation of the state government’s living action plan. The expressions of interest process is open until Monday 21 August. For more information, visit www.safefromviolence. tas.gov.au.

Shane Abel, who has developed a zip line in New Zealand and also designed the Tahune Airwalk near Geeveston, wants to build a zip line from The Springs to Strickland Falls. The potential line could be 1266 metres long, with a 25-metre takeoff tower near the Springs carpark, and could see riders travel up to 100km per hour (!!) at up to 50 metres above the forest floor. The plans have yet to be put to Hobart City Council, so watch this space.

Cosy Fashion For Tasmanian Guide Dogs

Guide Dogs Tasmania have launched their brand new winter merch for you to get cosy in AND help raise money. The new range features crew necks, hoodies and beanies for the whole family with proceeds raised directly funding Guide Dog Tasmania’s training program. Guide Dogs Tasmania provides Guide Dog services to help improve the quality of life of Tasmanians in need. The organisation relies on community support in order to continue making a meaningful difference for those living with disability. To check out the range or to support these hard-working puppas, head to www. guidedogstas.com.au.