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THE IMPERFECTS
HUGH VAN CUYLENBURG AND RYAN SHELTON Well-known names including musician Missy Higgins, sports star Jack Watts and health entrepreneur Steph Claire Smith sit down with Hugh van Cuylenburg, of The Resilience Project, to talk about their imperfect lives and mental health struggles. Hugh’s self-eff acing manner means he guides deep, quality conversations, while his co-host, Ryan Shelton, brings a touch of humour — and their rapport genuinely makes you laugh! PARENTAL AS ANYTHING
WITH MAGGIE DENT No topic is off limits for this Aussie author and parenting specialist who chats to fellow experts and parents to provide helpful tips on dealing with everything from friendship issues and fussy eating to the all-too familiar task of how to get your kids to do their chores. With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic still resonating in many young minds, Maggie also off ers plenty of ways to help kids through these still challenging times. CHAT 10 LOOKS 3
WITH LEIGH SALES AND ANNABEL CRABB They are best known for their insights into politics and news events, but Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb’s interests extend well beyond current aff airs. Chat 10 Looks 3 is essentially a catch-up between friends who discuss what they are reading, listening to, watching and cooking. The ABC presenters’ witty banter has won them a legion of fans who tune into their hit podcast in droves and keep the conversation going in a lively Facebook group.
QUIZ TIME
1In the shift position of what key on a standard keyboard is the hashtag (#) symbol located?
2What fruit is used to create the popular Italian afterdinner liqueur limoncello?
3The sooty oystercatcher, currawong and bristlebird are endemic to which country?
4The headquarters of HarleyDavidson motorcycles is located in which US city?
5Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman and Kenny McCormick are the main characters in which American animated sitcom?
6What nationality is author and illustrator Dame Lynley Dodd, famous for her children’s picture book series Hairy Maclary and Friends?
HAVANA, CUBA
7What three colours create the flag of Cuba?
8What is the name of the lion in the 2005 animated film Madagascar?
9What was featured on each side of the Australian $1 bank note when it was released in to circulation in 1966? 10What word describes a short text honouring a deceased person usually inscribed on a gravestone or plaque? 11Which song from the 1967 film Doctor Dolittle was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Music, Original Song at the 40th Academy Awards? 12What is the name of the gamekeeper, and lover, in the D.H. Lawrence novel Lady Chatterley’s Lover? 13Which Australian actor portrayed the character Ragnar Lothbrok in the television series Vikings? 14Which product became famous with the marketing slogan: “Matter of fact, I’ve got it now”? 15Where in the human body is the sternum bone located?
12. Oliver Mellors; 13. Travis Fimmel; 14. Victoria Bitter beer; 15. Chest. — Compiled by WORDEDIT 9. Queen Elizabeth II and the Coat of Arms on one side and Aboriginal bark paintings on the reverse; 10. Epitaph; 11. Talk to the Animals; ANSWERS: 1. Number three (3); 2. Lemon; 3. Australia; 4. Milwaukee (Wisconsin); 5. South Park; 6. New Zealander; 7. Blue, red and white; 8. Alex;
What’s on
JANUARY
Veganuary Give veganism a go this month and join the 400,000-strong international crowd pledging to switch to a vegan diet. Use the Vegan Australia website to fi nd out how to get started.
veganaustralia.org.au
FEBRUARY
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month More than 1500 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in Australia each year. Ovarian Cancer Australia seeks to make people more aware of the disease and its symptoms so they will seek help earlier. Teal Ribbon Day, on February 26, recognises those with ovarian cancer and remembers lives lost.
ovariancancer.net.au
Heart Research Month Wear red on Valentine’s Day, February 14, for someone you love (or have lost) with heart disease and help Heart Research Australia raise vital funds.
heartresearch.com.au
MARCH
Purple Day Epilepsy is a condition that 800,000 Australians will develop in their lifetime. Don a piece of purple clothing and wear it with pride on March 26 for Purple Day, a global initiative dedicated to raising epilepsy awareness.
epilepsy.org.au
Endometriosis Awareness Month Endometriosis aff ects one in 10 women and is one of the major causes of female infertility. Help fund research and develop ways to beat this debilitating condition.
