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KU-RING-GAI’S FERAL RABBIT control and open space have received their annual RHDV vaccination, program is currently underway in reserves and throughout the and to exercise caution by keeping them con- suburbs of Pym- tained within their own property. Ku-ring-gai dinated by the state government, the program ble, Turramur- Council would also like to clarify that the cali- isparks, being and conducted will �inish to at reduce the end the of vast April. number Coor- ra, Wahroonga, of feral rabbits that are feeding on native veg- St Ives and Kil- other animals and people. For more informa- lara. Rabbit own- tioncivirus about only rabbit aﬀ ects control rabbits and and the is areas harmless target- to dens and reserves. The program involves the ers are urged to ed by the program, visit the Ku-ring-gai Coun- releaseetation and of thedigging rabbit holes calicivirus in sports in �ields, reserves gar- ensure their pets cil website.

Ku-ring-gai Local Environment Plan Approved COMING INTO EFFECT from April 2015, outside Ku-ring-gai’s local centres, except for www.planning.nsw.gov.au Ku-ring-gai’s Local Environment Plan (KLEP 15 ‘deferred areas’ which will be determined 2015) has been approved by the NSW Govern- by further consultation with the local com- ment. According to Ku-ring-gai Council, KLEP munity and the Planning Department. In her 2015 “marks a new era of consistent plan- announcement of the plan’s approval, Plan- ning across Ku-ring-gai”. Indeed, KLEP 2015 ning Minister Pru Goward made the state- intends to focus on maintaining consistent ment: “Ku-ring-gai’s rich heritage assets and standards across Ku-ring-gai regarding land heritage boundaries were closely considered use by adopting the state-wide planning ap- in this process and I’m pleased that the resi- *By sending a letter or e-mail to enter the giveaway the sender authorises any use of it as content by Sydney Observer. proach that is being implemented across all dents made submissions and had a say.” For NSW councils. The plan will apply to all areas more information, visit:

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Overdue Library Book Returned 40 Years Late

THE STAFF AT Hornsby Library were than just chucking it out, this person went to shocked when they received an anonymous package returning a book that was almost member Karen Richardson. Due to its age and poorthe eff condition, ort of sending the book it back will notto us,” be returningsaid staff On the to the library’s shelves, however it will tempo- Beach”,40 years along overdue. with Staff a note opened reading the “found package in rarily be on display before being added to the deceasedto �ind an estate”. old copy They of inspected Nevil Shute’s the book “ to Local Studies stack collection as a part of the library’s history. With the book being one of had a library card listing its last check-out date�ind thatas 1977. it was The a Hornsbycard also Library showed item that andthe ple’s3,000 memories long overdue and encourageitems in the them library’s to return col- anylection, long staff overdue hope books. that this will trigger peo- bybook Library. was �irst “It’s borrowed quite amazing in 1973, that making rather it one of the �irst books in circulation at Horns-

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More on Domestic Violence, Please Inside Women’s Shelters (p.16) gave me a real insight into women’s homelessness and domestic violence. Organisations like Women’s Community Shelters that help those most vulnerable deserve greater public recognition. Thank you for publishing this article. I hope it creates greater public awareness of a problem that is often overlooked by the media. Belinda Thompson, Roseville Don’t Overlook Privatisation Privatisation means New South Wales must take great care when voting.

away its trains at Christmas) is now before the Supreme Court – but only by sheer good fortune andThe communitygovernment’s concern. stealthy It decision was ‘stealthy’ to sell oﬀbecause the now the unusedgovernment Newcastle simply railway ignored line this (after important taking safeguard of vital infrastructure. The government did not campaign on Newcastle losing its beach-to- Hunter-River trains - an indispensable asset of unrivalled close proximity to the city. It was sold to the country’s leading intercity rail passenger corridor, with no explanation given. Cutting Newcastle from the Sydney intercity rail system is not negotiable. Full stop. All pleas for trains for the disabled, even by a parliamentary inquiry, go unheeded. I can’t think of any place in the world

assets, proceeds apace, regardless of the consequences. They have gobbled up Newcastle’s trains. that is losing its central trains. It’s all about ef�iciency these days. The government is on the sly sale of Graeme Tychsen, Rankin Park

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sydneyobserver.com.auwww.IndependentCurtains.com.au | APRIL 2015 9 LOCAL NEWS Vivid lights up Chatswood in 2015

Sabrina Muysken

SYDNEY’S FAVOURITE ANNUAL festival world will be revealed across the sails of Chats- of light, music and ideas is back, and this time wood’s cultural centre culminating with a giant with a new location: Chatswood. Expected to animation set over the façade of The Concourse. THE KU-RING-GAI COUNCIL are run- be the greatest display of creativity yet, the fes- Participation in the renowned festival is ning free swimming lessons for adults tival’s seventh year will see an exciting exten- expected to increase economic development who’ve moved to Australia from overseas. opportunities for the area as guests are en- As researched by Royal Life Saving NSW, cit- With a program set to be bigger than ever, couraged to stay a while longer and enjoy the izens with Asian, Middle-Eastern and Afri- Sydneysion to �ivegoers new will precincts have good across reason Sydney. to brave the multitude of restaurants and shopping ven- can backgrounds are more prone to drown- crisp autumn night come May 22. Vivid Sydney ues available. According to Willoughby May- ing, due to the lack of swimming facilities will paint the North Shore suburb in a new light, or, Gail Giles-Gidney: “involvement further ex- in their countries. There are nine lessons transforming the busy retail hub into an immer- available – all of which are free. Training sive experience of a mesmerising water-world. sition as a vital part of the Sydney cultur- will be held at Bicentennial Park in West The often-chaotic Chatswood CBD will pands our oﬀ ering, and cements the city’s po- Pymble running from April 20-26. port the environment, Vivid Sydney at Chats- Swimming plays a huge part in our journey through an evocative underwa- woodal landscape.” will also be In run a conscious solely on eﬀ green ort to power. sup- Australian lifestyle. Our country is cultur- terwelcome fantasy. visitors With animated into a �lowing projections, light puls-walk ally and physically encompassed by water. ing colours and electric music, Chatswood part of the Sydney-wide event owned and man- On weekends and holidays, we surge our Mall will be brought to life like never before. agedVivid by Destination Sydney in Chatswood NSW and of�icially will be run forms by way to the beaches and pools of Sydney, Cascading waves of colour, via LED tech- Willoughby City Council. spending our days in the sun and running nology, will create a breathtaking animated For more information visit: along the sand. Jumping through the waves http://www.vividsydney.com/precinct is a fundamental Australian past time. An reach. Further along, an environmental dream /chatswood ONLY 2 x TWO BEDROOM AVAILABLEimage that reinforces the bond of Austral- aquarium of �loating sea creatures seemingly in AVAILABLE NOW

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THE KU-RING-GAI COUNCIL are run- ia and water is the iconic image of Bon- ning free swimming lessons for adults di Beach: the sun glistening down on the who’ve moved to Australia from overseas. bright clear blue waves which sink deep in As researched by Royal Life Saving NSW, cit- the silky soft sand with numerous beach- izens with Asian, Middle-Eastern and Afri- goers. This image and many like it are can backgrounds are more prone to drown- sprawled all over the post cards and post- ing, due to the lack of swimming facilities ers the world over, and is one of the many in their countries. There are nine lessons reasons why tourists want to visit Austral- available – all of which are free. Training will be held at Bicentennial Park in West we can accommodate new Australians and Pymble running from April 20-26. letia. It’sthem only be �itting part of that our as culture. our country grows Swimming plays a huge part in our For more information about swimming Australian lifestyle. Our country is cultur- lessons contact Ku-ring-gai Fitness & ally and physically encompassed by water. Aquatic Centre on (02) 9499 2005 On weekends and holidays, we surge our way to the beaches and pools of Sydney, spending our days in the sun and running along the sand. Jumping through the waves For more information visit: is a fundamental Australian past time. An http://www.vividsydney.com/precinct/chatswood image that reinforces the bond of Austral-

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PLANNING A LOCAL PRIORITY

Ninah Kopel

IN A TRADITIONALLY safe Liberal ar- edgement that investment in infrastruc- ment has done a much better job of ad- ea, community members are raising con- ture will be needed to accommodate for dressing local planning issues than the cerns about the future of development residents living in high-density housing. Labor government demonstrated over and planning on Sydney’s North Shore. “Development and planning is what Before the 2013 election the govern- makes or breaks a community. So if you’re liv- Johnathon O’Dea said that the Lib- ment promised reform for the planning sys- ing in a community that’s been impacted by eraltheir government sixteen years,” also improved Mr O’Dea the plan- said. tem based on community consultation. The inappropriate development, planning will be ning system through reforms to no- NSW Planning Act would have initiated re- one of those key things that’s on your mind form, but it never passed in the Upper House. when you go to vote,” said Bryden-Smith. it to joint regional planning panels. Lane Cove resident Kylie Bryden- The Liberal member for Davidson, ti�icationMore comprehensive processes and planning the reform lim- Smith said reforming planning poli- Jonathan O’Dea, said recent develop- cy is one of the things the new state ment under the government has seen im- to consider. government will have to deal with. portant infrastructure investment. Un- will “Thebe something planning ministerfor the next should government sit down, “The Labor government has locked der the Liberal government, Killara High and talk to all relevant stakeholders and [the Government’s reform plan] in the up- school was upgraded and the North- see how the planning legislation can be im- per house because the community weren’t ern Beaches Hospital planned for devel- proved,” Mr O’Dea said. “And that was the happy with it. But what is their plan for opment. A new school has been planned objective last time, albeit that that objective the future? I’m not really aware of that either,” Bryden-Smith said. “I’m hoping this have been funded for the M1 and M2 link. been.” is something that will be a priority. But I’m for the“I thinkUTS Lind�ield most people site, and in road the works elec- wasn’t realised as eﬀ ectively as it could have not completely convinced it is going to be”. torate realise that the current govern- Bryden-Smith said that planning in NSW is the “poisoned chalice” for the Liberal, Labor and Greens parties. “No one is really coming out with a blue print saying ‘this is how we are going to do it’. And I think planning, in my view, has not even been a huge driver in this campaign,” she said. Bryden-Smith recently addressed a planning forum in Lane Cove to discuss community members’ desire for more investment in planning. “I think the general feeling in the community is one of disappointment, frustration and uncertainty,” said Bryden-Smith. “Be- cause the current government hasn’t been

Pictured: Jim Sanderson, Genia McCaffery, Rod Simpson, populationable to �ix the growth, current with planning the acknowl- system.” Andrew Zbik, Pierre Massey, Kylie Bryden-Smith The community forum also explored

12 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au LOCAL NEWS ‘ACTIVATE LINDFIELD’ ON DISPLAY

Stephanie Stefanovic

AFTER 18 MONTHS of community consultation, the concept designs for ‘Activate Lind�ield’ are ready to be revealed to the public. Activate Lind�ield is a major initiative by Ku-Ring-Gai Council, in- volving two projects on either side of the Lind�ield local centre – Lind�ield Village Green and Lind�ield Community Hub. Ku-Ring-Gai Council has stated the aim is to inject new life into the heart of Lind- �ield, making it more attractive to residents, workers and shoppers. However, residents are wary of the new developments, citing traf- �ic as a major concern.

ners and residents have a shared vision of “a people-place of hy- According to the Lind�ield Chamber of Commerce, plan- Specials on brid spaces, a focus of Lind�ield community life for all. A green, ac- Desktops, tive and safe village square that integrates with an inspiring build- Notebooks, ing containing a new age library, family cafes, activity/meeting/ performance areas and much more”. More speci�ically, some of Printers.... the council’s proposed plans include the creation of better parking facilities,Whilst the construction council is excited of a new at street the prospect between of Beacons�ield growth for Parade and Bent Street, and increased retail and of�ice space. theirLind�ield, concerns some that local with residents the new are developments apprehensive. in Using the area,the coun- traf- cil’s online “have your say” feature, residents have expressed

�ic activity will drastically increase and even the new parking spaces will not be enough to support the area’s potential growth. Unable to predict the potential outcomes of Activate Ku- Ring-Gai at this point, the council has responded to residents by notingThe concept their designs feedback for and Activate encouraging Lind�ield themwill be to on view display the from ex- Marchhibition 21 and- May attend 8. Council the council’s staff will Community be present during Information the week Day. to discuss the designs and answer questions from the community.

sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 13 PROFILE Lee Kernaghan: One of them and one of us Acclaimed country singer, Lee Kernaghan, gives a voice to our Anzac history in his latest album, Spirit of the Anzacs.

Steph Nash

N REMEMBERANCE DAY in and cattle drover. Both men inspired Lee’s 1993, former Prime Minister songwriting, leading to a string of Golden OPaul Keating gave a speech Guitars, country chart toppers and ARIA on behalf of the Unknown Soldier. It was awards. the eugology of a man whose identity Now, Lee is facing somewhat of a had been lost in time – a man whose crossroads. His new album, Spirit of the sacrifices had cost him his legacy. But on Anzacs, has been in the works for a few that day in 1993, Mr Keating revived the years, and he admits that it’s a project he fallen solider’s identity, and etched his never expected he would do. memory in the hearts of all Australians. “The gravity of these songs is unlike One line in Paul Keating’s speech single- anything I’ve ever recorded before,” He says. handly epitomised the identity of every “It’s almost as if every song I’ve ever soldier who had fought in war: “He is one of written or recorded has been preparing me them, and he is one of us.” for this record, and the sacred privilege of 22 years later, and 100 years since singing the voice of the Australian soldier.” Australia’s involvement in WWI, country Moved by the letters of our past artist Lee Kernaghan is reminding us of and present diggers, Lee and his good this message. friend, Australian War Memorial Director “I was visiting the war memorial a couple Brendan Nelson, teamed up to plan a of years ago, . . . and I found my way in to commemorative Anzac album – a tribute the archives of the letters and diaries from that would withstand the test of time, and the diggers, dating back to Galipoli right reflect the identities of our soldiers. through to the war in Afghanistan - all there “We’ve worked really closely with the for the general public to see,” Lee says. historical department of the War Memorial “And I think that’s when inspiration and they’ve checked every word of every hit me – when I began to read these deeply song and all the lines and notes to ensure personal and moving accounts of what the the authenticity of the material that we’ve diggers were going through at that time.” produced,” Lee says. As an Order of Australia recipient in “It’s been incredibly moving and heart- 2004, and Australian of the Year in 2008, wrenching at times. But these stories need it’s safe to say that Lee has a very strong to be told - they need to be sung and heard. connection to his country. Brought up in And I hope they’ll unite all Australians the Riverina bushlands of southern NSW, behind the men and women who wear and Lee and his family have deep ties to the have worn our uniform, and have served way of the land. His father was a truck and sacrificed on our behalf”. driver-turned-country singer, while his One day during Lee’s research, he came grandfather was a third generation sheep across a letter written by Private Ben Chuck,

14 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au PROFILE who was killed five years ago in a black “I was at the welcome home ceremony hawk helicopter crash in Afghanistan. The and commemoration services for Operation letter was addressed to his partner, Tess Slipper, and those marches took place all Crane, and was instructed to be given to her around Australia. There were men and on the event of his death. Now on display women from the airforce, from the Navy in the War Memorial, Ben’s touching final and from the army, and many of them have goodbyes stirred something within the young families. I love seeing little kids country star. The letter is reborn in Lee’s wearing their dad’s slouch hat and stuff song ‘I Will Always Be With You’, which he like that. It brought home to me what an dedicates to the diggers’ surviving family. incredible job they do and what special “The letter gave me a much better people they are,” he says. understanding and appreciation for the “The thing about Anzac day is that level of danger that these men and women it’s their day. It’s a day for the country to put themselves in,” He confides. stop and remember the fallen. It’s not a “Ben knew the risks - he knew the celebration, it’s a commemoration and a perilous nature of the mission he was time to reflect on the freedoms and joy we on. His courage and his spirit somehow have because of the sacrifices made on our symbolises everyone who has served”. behalf”. Although Ben’s story was particularly moving for Lee, he says that every letter he read had an effect on him. For Lee, every story that he discovered became part of the wider identity that represents all of our diggers, reminding him of the piercing “It’s almost as if every message in Paul Keating’s eulogy for the Unknown Soldier. song I’ve ever written “[Paul Keating] said in the speech or recorded has been that out of the war came a lesson that transcended the horror and tragedy. It was preparing me for this a lesson about ordinary people, and the record, and the sacred lesson was that they were not ordinary. privilege of singing the I find that theme running through all of those letters,” Lee says. voice of the Australian “My grandfather served in WWII. Most soldier.” Australians have all got family or extended family that have served. But everybody who’s mentioned – all the diggers who are mentioned in this album, they feel like my family. It’s pretty intimate reading their letters and doing all the research around where they were and what they were doing. I feel a very strong connection to them all”. Although a commemoration of the many men and women who sacrificed themselves for our country, Spirit of the Anzacs is very much a testament to Lee’s patriotism. His 13 year old son, Jet Kernaghan, is an army cadet, and Lee says with pride how he can’t wait to watch him march at their local Anzac Day parade in Southport, Queensland.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 15 OPINION You’re pregnant: Don’t stress!

Dr Kerry-Ann Grant

PREGNANCY AND WELCOMING a baby a few health problems which, in turn, may be Dr Kerry-Ann Grant is a Postdoctoral into the world is an exciting time. However, linked to earlier delivery, lower birth weight, Research Fellow at Macquarie University’s becoming a parent is by no means an easy Centre for Emotional Health. . task. Expectant mums will have loads of developmental problems later on. The Centre for Emotional Health are questions as they embark on their pregnancy dif�icult infant temperament and other looking for women who are early in their journey. What can I eat? What can’t I eat? Do stress – that would be ironic! Stress has long pregnancy (up to 14 weeks) to participate I need to take vitamins? Is it safe to have sex? beenIt a normal sounds part slightly of life, alarming, and the research but don’t in in a new study exploring experiences around How will I juggle work and parenting when the prenatal testing. If you would like to participate, baby arrives? and we still need to do a lot more work to try please register your interest at While some stress during pregnancy is this area is still early. It’s likely a complex story [email protected]. perfectly normal, studies have shown that if and pregnancy outcomes. stress becomes chronic, there could be lasting and �igure out the exact link between stress mothers and their babies if they (and their A few ways to manage stress during pregnancy: Stress triggers an automatic response in supportWe networks)do know that think it canabout be how bene�icial to reduce for • Don’t feel guilty if you do experience eﬀ ects on both you and your baby. unhealthy stress in their lives. By developing some stress. There are many reasons why alarm mechanism meant to protect us from their own coping mechanisms for dealing pregnancy may be a challenging time for danger.our body Activation called “�ight of or this �light”. system It is a leadscomplex to with stress, mothers will not only be helping mothers. Don’t be hard on yourself! changes in our body including the release of to build up their own life skills, but they will • Eat a healthy diet, get regular exercise stress hormones, increased heart rate, faster and plenty of sleep breathing, muscle tension and sweating. The stress response is usually self- be bene�iting their baby in the long term. • Practice relaxation techniques or learn limiting, which means that if you can deal with to meditate your stress, your stress response will subside • Talk to your family members and foster and your hormone levels will return to healthy friendships. Use your support network, normal. However, if the stress doesn’t resolve, and don’t be afraid to ask for help or a listening ear putting pregnant women at increased risk for the “�ight or �light” system stays turned on, • Seek professional counselling when needed. This can be from your GP, midwife or other health professional • Treat yourself! Have a massage. Relax in a warm bath. Have a cup of tea. Curl up with a book. You’ll have precious few chances to pamper yourself once your baby arrives – make the most of it!

16 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au OPINION Community in the dark for amalgamation

However, it is still unclear as to when 4. How can the government assess Ku-ring-gai ratepayers will be consulted on the �inancial sustainability of a council a range of views about amalgamation. FOKE without knowing how much revenue it will fears ratepayers will be the last in the chain to derive through rates and changes to grant be consulted as council has stated in a letter allocations? Kathy Cowley to FOKE that there will be no community 5. How can the government assess council consultation until council “has determined sustainability on �inancial data that has been Fears are growing rapidly among its preferred course of action, it will (then) declared unreliable by its own agencies? NSW Councils that a new $1 billion state concurrently determine the strategy for 6. Why is the government persisting in government package deal tied to reforms is a consultation with the community.” using a measure for council ef�iciency that Trojan horse for council amalgamations. This is certainly not the strategy that does not measure ef�iciency? NSW Liberal Premier Mike Baird recently surrounding local council’s such as Ryde, 7. Why has the Baird government rushed dangled a swag of incentives in front of Willoughby, Lane cove, North Sydney, Mosman, through its ‘Fit for the Future’ reforms despite councils, including the holy grail of more rate- Pittwater and Hunter’s Hill Councils have a good deal of ‘‘un�inished business’’ that setting �lexibility, alongside cheaper loan adopted in consulting ratepayers upfront its own expert panel and the Of�ice of Local �inance; greater planning powers; priority while assessing the “Fit for the Future” Government agree will signi�icantly alter the A few ways to manage stress during pregnancy: access to state funding and grants and a legislation. �inancial sustainability of councils? Both Council and Davidson MP Jonathan • Don’t feel guilty if you do experience wedge of cash to help any councils that want to Professor Brian Dollery and Dr Joseph O’Dea have refused to put the seven questions some stress. There are many reasons why merge. But there is a catch: local governments Drew from the Centre for Local Government, to the Premier and Minister for Local pregnancy may be a challenging time for must �irst prove they are ‘Fit for the Future’ . University of New England stated on March Government for answers. mothers. Don’t be hard on yourself! To prove they are �it, councils must 3: “Revenue analysis vital before council complete a self-assessment by 30 June 2015 reforms”. There are still many questions to In leading up to the state elections, • Eat a healthy diet, get regular exercise - the criteria of which some councils say be answered by the state government before Jonathan O’Dea avoided our question as to and plenty of sleep includes the requirement to put forward an amalgamations can be considered namely: where he stands in support of amalgamation • Practice relaxation techniques or learn amalgamation proposal, if that’s what was 1. Why is the government prevaricating on of councils. Ku-ring-gai Liberal state to meditate recommended by the independent review the controversial question of forced mergers candidate Alister Henskens did not reply to • Talk to your family members and foster that informed the funding package. after the March election? the question. We believe they should come healthy friendships. Use your support network, While the NSW government is saying 2. Why are councils being given an clean with residents, as to where they stand and don’t be afraid to ask for help or a listening they will not force amalgamation, it is incredibly short period of time to explore on forced amalgamations. ear expected the government have been waiting voluntary amalgamations? The Local Government NSW (LGNSW), • Seek professional counselling when until after the elections to do so! Friends 3. How much debt will ratepayers be the association that represents 53 councils needed. This can be from your GP, midwife or of Ku-ring-gai Environment (FOKE) is forced to accept from neighbouring councils in in NSW, recently stated: “if communities do other health professional aware of Liberal sources in Ku-ring-gai forced mergers? not want their council to merge, then that who are stating amalgamation is likely to decision should not be forced on them – and • Treat yourself! Have a massage. Relax happen after the elections. Some Ku-ring- it certainly shouldn’t be forced upon them by in a warm bath. Have a cup of tea. Curl up with gai councillors are privately and actively stealth”. a book. You’ll have precious few chances to supporting amalgamation without �irst We agree! pamper yourself once your baby arrives – make consulting ratepayers. Kathy Cowley is the President of Friends the most of it! Ku-ring-gai Council’s position following of Ku-ring-gai Environment (FOKE). To contact resolution at the council’s ordinary meeting FOKE, call (02) 9416 9007. in February is that “Ku-ring-gai Council is con�ident that it is �it for the future as a stand-alone council, but has agreed to hold discussions with neighbouring councils and to explore other options.” Council has appointed consultants Morrison Low to facilitate merger discussions with Hornsby Council.

sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 17 ON THE AGENDA Energy workers distraught over privatisation Steph Nash Young and old suffer the consequences of the energy sell off

N A LEAKED DOCUMENT, Sydney Observer Ausgrid admits to a period of hard- jobs of skilled workers, but also vastly lim- I can con�irm that pub- times within the document, urging dis- iting the opportunities for young people. lic electricity provider, Ausgrid, tressed employees to retain their compo- “Every instance of electricity privati- is already struggling with the threat sure During and uphold times safety of change, standards it is impor- whilst sation has led at some point to large scale Mixof privatisation. and Match The document con- tanton the for job-site. all of us to maintain our focus while forced redundancies that we’d expect to tains details about the company’s safely“ performing our duties in the work- happen in this case,” Kerslake says. program – a control- place. Ausgrid encourages all employees to “When electricity was privatised in led redundancy scheme aimed to cre- stay focussed and continue to maintain a Victoria, the owners didn’t train a sin- ate job space for their new apprentices. safe working environment. Supervisors and gle apprentice in ten years. So we’re not Ausgrid admits that they currently do team members should take particular care just talking about job losses, we’re talking not have space to place their trained ap- for their team’s wellbeing” about opportunities lost for young people”. prentices in full-time roles. The compa- With the threat of redundancy or ter- ny did not take on any new apprentices . mination emminent, Kerslake says that in 2015, which the Electricity Trades Un- Currently, trained apprentices receive emotions are rife at Ausgrid, Endeavour ion (ETU) says was a �irst forWe the do company not cur- a six-month contract agreeing to remu- Energy, Essential Energy and Transgrid. rentlysince its have founding suf�icient in 1995.trade positions avail- nerate them whilst they seek employment “We have had reports of workers suf- able Thefor our document graduating reads: apprentices. “ There- within Ausgrid’s vast network. If they fail fering severe depression as a result of the fore, Ausgrid is commencing a Mix and to �ind a position within that time, they be- government’s planned privatisation with Match Program to �ind opportunities for come terminated. older workers being hit the hardest. Mo- our graduating apprentices Spokesman for the ETU, Adam Kers- rale at these companies has hit an all-time lake, says that the government’s privati- low, where many workers have more than ”. sation intentions are not only risking the thirty years’ service,” he said.

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“These workers have experienced

of the sector’s operating expenditures, signi�icant change over many years, but which infers unavoidable job losses. the current round of attacks and the Mr Foley says that cheaper ener- threat of privatisation has hit the work- gy is the main priority, and that employ- force hard with some long term employment issues are the responsibility of ees suﬀ ering mentally, resulting in some the future business owners and unions. taking leave”. “I support the AER draft determina- Despite the union’s skepticism, the tion because I support lower power pric- NSW Government has assured that state es for households and businesses across energy workers will be protected if their NSW,” Mr Foley said. privatisation plans are approved in the “I’ll leave negotitations regarding NSW Upper House. State Treasurer An- employment to the electricity businesses drew Constance says that it will be all sys- and the unions. The aim of the state’s en- tems normal for full-time employees in ergy policy has to be delivering aﬀ ordable the energy sector, reinforcing the catch cry electricity to consumers”. that there will be no forced redundancies. “The Baird Government has made clear that as part of the strict conditions on the lease, the jobs of permanent award employees will be protected and treated consistently with previous transactions,” Mr Constance said. On the other hand, Labor Leader Luke Foley has in the past shown support of the Australian Energy Regula- tor’s (AER) proposal to cut 38 per cent

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 19 ON THE AGENDA

No fracking way “FRACKING (NOUN): THE PROCESS OF INJECTING LIQUID AT HIGH PRESSURE INTO SUBTERRANEAN ROCKS, BOREHOLES, ETC. SO AS TO FORCE OPEN EXISTING FISSURES AND EXTRACT OIL OR GAS,” - OXFORD DICTIONARY.

Kieran Gair

“I WASN’T BORN into this kind of The Baird government has decid- thing. I used to cut down trees, drive sea, vomiting, rashes and diarrhoea. ed to cancel coal seam gas exploration a diesel four-wheel drive and harvest Daynesuﬀ ering and nose Debbie bleeds, both sore remark eyes, nau- that licenses that cover parts of the Cen- kangaroos. I’m the worst environmen- the stench of gas is often overwhelm- tral Coast, Sydney Basin and northern tal activist this world’s ever seen,” says ing in their hometown of Tara. Debbie NSW. However, the government has Australia’s most unlikely environmen- rarely allows her children to go out- delayed informing residents of where tal crusader, Dayne Pratzky. side anymore. coal seam gas development will oc- But Dayne is exactly the kind In June 2011 one coal seam gas cur until after the election. The of man the anti- coal seam gas move- company operating in a state for- Greens are the only political par- ment needs. est in North-west NSW admitted that ty demanding an all-out ban, while Dayne’s documentary “Frackman” 10,000L of untreated coal seam gas wa- Fred Nile’s Christian Democratic Party was born soon after a gas company ter had been spilled. Testing, conduct- is calling for a moratorium. came knocking on his door. They de- ed six months later, of samples taken While there is still much ground manded access to Dayne’s land and he from near the site of the spill revealed to cover, fracking would never have was told, in no uncertain terms, that how toxic coal seam gas water can be. gained this much traction if it were he had no right to refuse them access. The water tests detected heavy metals And thus his story as Australia’s most up to 37 times higher than natural lev- trip he did 12 screenings of Frack- rugged accidental activist begins. mannot ,for the Dayne largest Pratsky. audience On being his �irst 128 ognised safe standard for drinking. and the smallest just 16. Yet, that did neighbours and friends. We watch as els andGas �ive companies times higher have than dismissed the rec- not dampen his resolve. He befriend- a localDayne mother �irst pulls introduces out her diary. us to Un- his ed everyone from Alan Jones to Bob like most mothers, hers does not docu- words of reassurance have fallen on Brown and travelled as far as Wash- deafthe �ilmears as throughout ‘sensationalised’, NSW. Independ- yet their ington to speak at Capitol Hill, a far cry ent candidates were lined up to take ment her child’s �irst day of school, the on sitting National MPs before the town hall in rural Queensland. day they lost their �irst tooth or spoke election, with the Nationals actually fromAlan his �irst Jones speech tells Theat the Good Chinchilla Week- rashes,their �irst dizziness, word. Instead persistent pages head- are losing their Lismore seat to the Greens aches�illed with and thedescriptions horror of of nosebleeds unexplained so last month. nary people who have suddenly be- bad that the blood soaked through the Meanwhile, the NSW opposition comeend, that victims ‘Dayne of this is like mining a lot invasion, of ordi- children’s bed sheets. leader, Luke Foley, has vowed to per- Debbie Orr, a pregnant mother of manently ban coal seam gas produc- reserves’. tion in the Pilliga Forest in the state’s and then suddenly �ind extraordinary says at least 19 families living in an es- north-west. the passionate activist,’ Jones adds. tate�ive, near and one Tara, of west Dayne’s of Brisbane, neighbours, are ‘And so the pig shooter becomes

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It is rare when an issue crosses every conceivable party line and ideologi- cal divide. Yet Frackman introduces us to a peculiar alliance of political con- servatives, farmers and conservation- ists. The resolve of Pratsky and the men

curity of their food and water, the health ofand their women children, who are their �ighting community for the andse- their homes, makes for inspiring view- ing.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 21 EDUCATION | PRINCIPAL’S VOICE Students Need to be Resilient

Jeanette Fowles

Resilience is a wonderful character- of traits that make us resilient beings. Such use an integrated approach that provides istic that supports one through the twists traits include a healthy self-esteem, great opportunities in a range of key learning ar- and turns of life. It is the ability not only to communication skills, positive peer inter- eas, focus programs and within the context bounce back but also to bounce forward in actions and skills, independence, prob- of the classroom and playground. Nonethe- the inevitable ups and downs of life. Devel- lem solving skills and a sense of optimism. less, like all learning, it is enhanced when oping a sense of resilience has increasing- As teachers and parents, we need to such skills and knowledge are built in uni- ly become an important focus for schools not only be great role models for resilience son within the home and school environ- across the state and indeed the nation. Pro- as we tackle the ups and downs of our ment. gram’s such as Kidsmatter and Bounceback own lives, but also see teachable moments Becoming a resilient individual is de- are just two of the myriad of programs that whereby we can guide children through the velopmental and is an ongoing learning support schools and the community in de- challenging experiences they face. Some of process. We need to have faith in ourselves veloping resilient individuals. as teachers and parents to support and Traditionally, resilience was developed and indeed at home are life experiences guide, not constantly protect. Ultimately in the natural context of the family and the thatthe “dif�icult” support the times development children face of resilience. at school we need to have faith in our children’s abil- community in which one lived, however, It is about developing the child’s coping ity to cope with the challenges life presents. with the increase of mental health issues strategies through modelling, guidance and Jeanette Fowles is the assistant princi- and the changing dynamics and structures at times tough love. pal of St Bernard’s Catholic Primary School, within the home, schools in partnership Many schools have a range of wonder- Berowra. with families are becoming increasingly ful programs that support the development aware and responsible for the development of resilience amongst their students. They

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22 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au EDUCATION Local Schools Prepare for Anzac Day

Ninah Kopel

THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT has awarded The show will be at Abbotsleigh’s Grace and a perpetual wreath for the schools’ Anzac more than $120,000 in grants to local Anzac Cossington Smith Gallery. memorial garden. commemoration projects. The projects are Faith isn’t sure how much work they will Another local school, Ravenswood, will have part of the centenary celebrations and will an Old Girls memorial set up with the grant. commemorate the service of local Australians. “When you look at drawings and embroidery Development and Relationships Manager Abbotsleigh School has been given a grant you�ind, thinkbut said of itcraftsmanship will be “a great and exhibition.” it takes you to at Ravenswood, Liane Lesley, said this would to set up an exhibition to share memorabilia another world as a viewer,” Faith said. ensure the community does not “forget from WWI. Mary Faith, the curator at the school’s Killara High School has received a grant of gallery, said the show would have a special $12,499, some of which will fund interactive Ravenswood students”. focus. digital memorial boards. They will display anything”Loreto and Normanhurst will re�lect “the and legacy Masada of previous College “One of the things we talk about is heroism also receive funding for Anzac projects. and the hardship of war… but one of the The grant will also go towards two plaques incredible things is the creativity,” she said. soldier pro�iles created by history students. The show will display a collection of stories, poetry and pictures from the war collected from local families. Faith said this would allow people and strength. to re�lect“So if on someone humanity’s had music inherent that creativity a family member had written, we could get that and play it,” She said. “Little things that allow people to think beyond the horror.”

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 23 EDUCATION The Purple Elephant in the Room

Steph Nash

CHILDREN AND ANXIETY are two terms started having anxiety attacks,” Susan says. pretending to be happy all the time. She would that are not commonly associated. Susan “She’d be great during the day – happy, worry about a lot of little things to distract her Whelan’s new book, “Don’t Think About Purple playing with her friends... And then she’d go to from her problems,” Susan says. Elephants”, aims to address the commonplace bed at night and not be able to sleep. She’d worry nature of stress and anxiety in kids, after her own She would worry about the fact that she wasn’t daughter began to show concerning symptoms. reassure her, it only got worse”. getting“She any was sleep, losing and a lot then of sleep, she wouldand so worrywas I. Susan Whelan’s daughter, Elizabeth, was aboutElizabeth all diﬀ erent Whelan, things, a andkindergartener, when I tried was to about me being worried”. just like any normal six year old. She was happy, experiencing anxiety that had stemmed from a After several sleepless nights, Susan visited curious and had a lot of friends at school. few troubling events that she had experienced. her local GP about her daughter’s anxiety Somewhere along the line, Susan noticed that Not long after Susan had noticed the anxiety, problems, and together they found a treatment Elizabeth’s behaviour had changed, and that her she realised that Elizabeth was being bullied at that worked. Elizabeth is now 14, and her mother small six year old girl seemed to have the weight school. says that she is almost worry-free. of the world on her shoulders. “Elizabeth’s father was working out of town You would think that anxiety would be “When she was about six or seven, she at the time, and her method of dealing with it was uncommon to children of such a young age, but

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24 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au EDUCATION local psychologist Sarah Jacob says that around 25 per cent of children and teenagers are about it, and if you’re still concerned take them to their GP. They’ll do an assessement and refer aﬀ ected by psychological anxiety. them to a specialist – whoever that may be. The “Anxiety, as well as depression, are like the most common type of treatment for anxiety is colds and �lus of mental health. They’re both Cognitive Behvaoiural Therapy (CBT), which very common in children,” she informs. aimsSusan to expose Whelan’s them book, to what “ they fear in a “Usually, anxiety stems from something gradual way”. , (RRP $24.95), is available traumatic that has already happened. It’s a from www.purpleelephants.com.auDon’t Think and About most cyclical relationship betwen their behaviour, localPurple book Elephants” stores. their emotions, their physiology, and what Sarah Jacob is a psychologist at Gordon they’re thinking about. They might have an Psychology. To contact, call (02) 9418 1999 accelerated heart rate, and be feeling nauseous, but you’ll �ind there’s nothing physically wrong . with them – it’s just a psychological issue”. In the hopes of educating young children and adults about adolescentDon’t anxiety, Think SusanAbout PurpleWhelan Elephants”has created a children’s book from her experiences with Elizabeth. “ is a beautifully imaginative picture book, detailing the anxieties of protagonist Sophie. “I work with children’s books every day, and I’m not all that fond of books that are in your face and preachy,” Susan says. “I think I wanted it to be easy to read - something to help kids realise that they’re not alone. It’s so much easier to talk about Sophie than to start a confronting conversation”. concernedSusan’s parents book is to to chat be releasedgently to theirin early children April. andIn theapproach meantime, their local Sarah GP Jacob for a psychological recommends assessment. “There are some good programs out there,” she encourages. “The main thing is, if parents feel their kids are expriencing anxiety, you should ask them

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ANZAC DAY IS always a day of commemoration, to be awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) in The but this year the Centenary of Anzac allows Charles Edwin Woodrow Bean ‘CEW Bean’ wrote the majority of his works whilst living Great War. The VC is the highest decoration the electorate of Brad�ield to mark this vital in Lind�ield – a suburb that was his home for for gallantry and heroism “in the face of anniversary in even more meaningful ways. more than 30 years. the enemy”. Our local area has a long and proud According to the Ku-ring-gai Historical Major Blair Wark VC, DSO (Distinguished connection to the Anzac story. Research by the Society, Bean’s accounts of the War ‘rede�ined Service Order) – whose connection to Ku- Ku-ring-gai Historical Society has identi�ied the writing of war histories because they wasring-gai one occurredof only 64 in Australiansthe post war awarded years when a VC moreThis than Anzac 1,600 day, men as and we women remember with all links those to recorded what actually happened on the he lived at 61-63 Pentecost Avenue, Pymble – the Ku-ring-gai area who served in WWI. battle�ield, not what was perceived to have happened’. In Bean’s own words, he would between 1914 and 1918. who sacri�iced so much, there are a few famous record ‘the bare and uncoloured story’ of the In order to preserve the Anzac stories for Brad�ieldThe famous residents Australian with their war own historian, special men of the AIF. future generations the Federal Government Anzac stories. Brad�ield can also lay claim to counting one established its Centenary of Anzac grants of its residents as the highest ranking Australian programme. In total nearly $125,000 of funding

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has been allocated to ten organisations to Ku-ring-gai Historical Society. support eleven projects across our electorate. These projects will complement the wider series of commemorative activities that have Working Group – under Major Rod White as been developed throughout our electorate to ChairmanA speciallyand Lieutenant convened Ken Broadhead, Brad�ield as celebrate Anzac Day and the Centenary. Deputy Chair - worked tirelessly with other Lest we forget. community leaders reviewing submissions and making recommendations on appropriate Paul Fletcher MP is the Federal Member for projects. Brad�ield. A very diverse range of projects has been funded. They include plinths and memorial plaques in schools and RSL branches; cultural programmes and concerts telling the stories of war; and a major research project from the

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 27 EASTER SPECIAL EASTER BACK YARD BONANZA

Steph Nash

EASTER IS A magical time of year for many EGG DECORATING continue adding food colouring as desired. young children. The mystery and the whimsy Blowing out the egg: Using tongs, dip the egg into the mixture. For surrounding Easter can engage a child’s tonal variations, play around with dipping time. imagination, promoting creativity and general wellbeing. Below are a few hands-on ideas • Eggs Decorating: Leave to dry for 15 minutes. to keep your little ones entertained these • PaperFlatten clip out a paper clip and use the wire holidays. to• Small make strawtwo pin-sized holes at either end of the • Stickers egg. Insert the wire in to one of holes, swirling it • Thin masking tape about to break up the yolk. Insert the tip of the • Glitter glue straw into one of the holes, blowing on the end • Thin paint brushes • Multiple jars of diﬀ erent coloured dye the egg from cracking. Start by dying an egg in a light coloured Dying:to release the liquid. Please be gentle to prevent or masking tape stripes. Be sure to seal the edgesdye. After of thedrying stickers for 15 orminutes, tape to attach prevent stickers dye from seeping underneath. Dye egg in a darker • 1 tbsp vinegar colour or as desired. If dying in more than one • 20 drops food colouring • 1 cup hot water coats. When dry, remove stickers or tape to colour, remember to wait 15 minutes between • LargeCombine mason vinegarjar with food colouring in • Tongs used to decorate as desired. reveal pattern. Glitter glue or paints can also be the jar of hot water. For more vibrant colour,

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• Easter egg moulds • Ice-cream containers • Block of chocolate • Assorted crepe paper • Vegetable oil • Coloured cardboard Brush mould with vegetable oil to lightly • Celophane (optional) grease. Melt chocolate in the microwave. Spoon • Scissors 1.5 – 2 tbsp chocolate on to both sides of each • Craft glue mould, depending on the size. Use the back of a • Glue-gun teaspoon to quickly smooth the chocolate in an • Ribbon even layer. Close the mould and secure. Shake Using scissors, cut the mould to seal all the edges with chocolate. the rim oﬀ each ice-cream Set it aside for 5 minutes. Turn it over and then container. Cut another 2cm set it aside for another 5 minutes. Chill it in the below the edge, and then fridge for another 5-10 minutes. Remove clips follow this incision all around. and gently press the top and bottom of the Use this oﬀ -cut as the handle mould to release the egg. of the basket. Trim handle to size, making sure that it isn’t too small. Brush handle with craft glue, and wrap with crepe paper. Measure the inside of the container and trace the shapes on to the card board. Cut out the shapes. Paste cardboard on to the inside of the container using a hot glue gun. Tuck the ends of the handle in between the layer of cardboard and the container wall while wet. Leave to dry for half an hour. Brush the outside of the container with a light layer of craft glue. Coat with crepe paper as desired. Decorate the basket by pasting tufts of crepe paper or celophane to the rim. Tie ribbon around the outside of the basket to �inish.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 29 MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL DIY MOTHER’S DAY It's the thought that counts! Surprise your mum this mother's day with a DIY project GIFTS that's made with love. Steph Nash

Breakfast in Bed: Heart Pancakes Hand-made lavender tea bags

• 1 cup all-purpose �lour • 2 tbsp fresh or dried lavender buds • 2 tablespoons sugar • 1 handful mint leaves • 2 teaspoons baking powder • Small heat sealable tea bags • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Waxed twine • 1 large egg, lightly beaten • Coloured construction paper • 1 cup milk • Scissors • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and • Double-sided sticky tape cooled slightly, plus 1 tablespoon for pan Combine lavender and mint leaves • 1 punnet hulled strawberries together, and place one tablespoon of • Icing sugar the mixture in each bag. Tie tightly with Preheat pan to a medium heat. Whisk �lour, waxed twine. Cut small tea bag tags from sugar, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl. the construction paper, remembering Add egg, milk, and 2 to make two tags per bag. You can use tablespoons melted any shape that you like, and could even write a butter; whisk to personal message on the side. Use double-sided combine. Batter Scraptape to stick book the tags on to the ends of the twine. should have small to medium lumps. Brush 1/2 teaspoon • Scrap booking sheets butter onto pan. • An assortment of your favourite family photos Wipe oﬀ excess. Fill • Craft glue a pastry bag �itted • Stickers with a 1/4-inch plain • Glitter round tip with batter; • Decorating pens twist end of bag, and • Hole punch secure with rubber • Ribbon band. Working in Create a timeless scrap book of your mum’s batches, pipe heart shapes and �ill in the centre, favourite photos. If you’re using old photos, be on heated pan. When pancakes have bubbles on sure to use scanned copies – there top and are slightly dry around the edges, about might not be doubles! Use the hole two minutes, �lip over. Cook until golden on the punch to make holes in the top left bottom, about 1 minute. Repeat with remaining and bottom left corners of your sheets. batter, using 1/2 teaspoon butter on pan for each Decorate your sheets as desired, batch, keeping �inished pancakes on a heat-proof customising each page with stickers or plate in the oven until ready to serve. Serve with notes. If you �ind your glue isn’t strong sliced strawberries and dust with icing sugar. enough, you can always use adhesive tabs to stick your photos or decorations in place. Collate your pages together, and use the ribbon to tie the page together at 30 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au the top left and bottom left corners. MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL

Brew at least 385ml of double-strength green tea. Save the steeped leaves for later. Leave tea to cool. Pour tea into a heat proof container. Carefully pour lye in to the green tea solution, Home made soap stirring until completely dissolved. The mixture will become hot after stirring, so leave aside to • Soap-making oils: cool. Add cocoa butter to a pot. • 245ml palm oil Melt the butter in to an oil, stirring to • 160ml palm kernel oil ensuring that the mixture doesn’t burn. Combine • 190ml coconut oil all soap-making oils together and add to pot. • 325ml olive oil Leave to cool. Add the lye solution to the pot of • 85ml castor oil oils, and combine to make a cloudy mixture. • 140ml soy bean oil Blend with a stick blender in 3-5 second Soap-making solids: • 150ml sun�lower oil bursts and mix until completely combined. Before the mixture becomes thick, add eucalyptus and Lye solution: • 70ml cocoa butter lemongrass oils. Stir in tea leaves. Brie�ly blend mixture to ensure all are combined. • 190ml lye Pour mixture in to a mould of your choice. Fragrance: • 385ml freshly brewed green tea Leave the mould in a warm, safe place to cure. You can remove the soap block from the mould • 3 tbsp steeped green tea leaves after 24hrs, and cut bars in to any shape you • 30ml eucalyptus oil please. The bars will take about four weeks to • 30ml lemongrass oil cure completely. Enjoy every day in the company of friends

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 33 SYDNEY HOME

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FROM MARCH 16 - 20, acclaimed designers and architects from around the world showcased the latest innovations in furniture and homewares. From crystallised rugs (bottom right), to lights dripping with liquid (bottom left), the fair has set a new standard for design that may revolutionise the industry. The lines between practicality and art have Ingrid Michel & Frédéric Pain, Fluide Lamp, 2014 Vincenzo De Cotiis & Iwan Maktabi, Déchaînements, Binôme Design been blurred - perhaps, permanently. 2014 www.designdaysdubai.ae Carwan Gallery Maximise your Wardrobe space! Mention this ad for a FREE basket or shoe rack* NO  Affordable quality storage for your THE WONIORA Walk-In or Built-In Wardrobe STAMP DUTY  Rejuvenate your existing wardrobe or create a whole new Built-in OPEN  Innovative internal system 11AM 2PM  Wide range of sliding doors WED, THURS & SAT  Prompt & reliable service Retire in Style  Do-It-Yourself Inquiries Welcome Situated in the highly sought after suburb of Wahroonga, The Woniora offers a range of stylish and contemporary retirement apartments and is home to an active, social and welcoming community.  We can design a wardrobe to meet Ideal location in the perfect setting your needs Enveloped in beautifully landscaped gardens, The Woniora’s  Call for Showroom hours or free location is complemented by its convenience to a host measure and quote of vibrant local amenities. Wahroonga Village is at your fingertips and the train and bus stations are an easy walk Open Saturday morning away. At The Woniora we aim to ensure that you have the time to enjoy the things you love the most – with everything you www.easyfitwardrobes.com.au require to live in comfort, health and style. 6/1 Leonard St, cnr Hornsby St With this in mind why not visit and experience an ideal retirement location in the perfect setting. *Conditions Apply HORNSBY  9476 3056 Licence Number: 240039C 9 Woniora Avenue, Wahroonga T. 9487 2833 M. 0408 365 581 thewoniora.com.au

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Healthy Autumn Gardens Belinda Thackeray

AUTUMN IS A fantastic time for new plantings, Making your own compost in open heaps, and nutrient rich worm castings from your to revive gardens after summer and to further compost bins or tumblers allows you to recycle wet nitrogen based organic kitchen scraps. nurture and establish plants. Regularly adding your kitchen scraps, garden waste and other Hungry Bin is a new worm farm system which is organic matter like manure and worm castings organic materials back into your garden. attractive, simple to use and easy to move. to your gardens and potting mix is a great way The secret to successful compost is getting The design allows for worm castings to of improving soil and caring for your plants. the ingredients and conditions right. Position be compressed in the bottom, encouraging Healthy soil is the key to vigorous plant growth your compost in a warm spot - it needs to worms to move to the surface to access fresh food while the tray below catches the soil organisms that can increase plant health dry carbon based material (like dry leaves, liquid fertiliser. This needs to be diluted one part whileand abundant helping improveproduce. soilIt encourages structure and bene�icial water shreddedstay damp paper, but strawnot wet. and Combine dry lawn �ive clippings) parts worm liquid to ten parts water, before applying holding capacity. with two parts moist nitrogen based material to plants. Manure also contains low levels of the main (like fruit peels, vegetable scraps and fresh March is the time to start planting cooler nutrients used by plants - nitrogen, phosphorous lawn clippings). season veggies like carrots, Asian greens, leeks, Avoid diseased plant materials, meat scraps silver beet, broad beans and kale. There is also animal and its diet. Cow manure is a good general and dairy products that could attract vermin. a great range of annual bloomers like Violas, fertiliserand potassium. and soil Theyconditioner diﬀ er which according can be to used the Plenty of air is needed for compost to break pansies, polyanthus, Primulas and Cinerarias on a vast majority of plants. down. Heaps need to be regularly turned and available now. Use them to add a splash of colour As chickens have a more intensive diet, tumblers agitated. to pots and garden beds or create a stunning chicken manure has a higher concentration of Depending on the materials added, compost nutrients, making it more suitable for feeding should be ready for use in a couple of months. cooler season. vegetables and lawns. Compressed chicken It should be a rich dark brown colour, have an new focal point that will �lower throughout the earthy smell and be full of earthworms. slow release fertiliser that is easy to spread, helps Compost worms in a worm farm can also Belinda Thackeray is a horticulturist and conditionmanure pellets the soil like and Dynamic create beautiful Lifter oﬀ blooms.er a great be used to create your own liquid plant food education manager at Eden Gardens

sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 35 LIFESTYLE | WELLBEING Sydney Observer Health Corner Maggie Rose

APP: PT in My Pocket ($4.99 iTunes) New Signs for Men with Depression There are many good-looking apps on the market It’s becoming clearer and clearer that Australia that aim to improve your health and wellbeing. is developing a serious mental health epidemic. Most of us tend to spend a great deal of time Men are three times more likely to die of suicide fi ltering through apps, purchasing one, using it than women, with statistics showing that we for a week and then never using it again. PT in lose fi ve men per day from self-harm. Research My Pocket, founded by Australian body-weight conducted by the Black Dog Institute has found trainer expert, The Hit Mum, cuts out the hassle of that there are four identifi able signs contributing going to the gym and paying extensive sign-up to mental illness and depression amongst men: fees. The app comes with six workouts including stoic beliefs about masculinity; depressed and/ 2x muscle group based sessions. Sessions can or disrupted mood(s); presence of stress, which last from 10 to 21 minutes. can be work or lifestyle related; and self-isolation. A great benefi t about PT in My Pocket is that Do we need Vitamins? CEO of beyondblue, Georgie Harman explains you can use it anywhere: at home, in the park, or There are many vitamins that we all should be that: “these factors interact and lead men to even at the offi ce. There’s also a PT in My Pocket taking regularly for a healthy immune system. think they are a burden, imposing on others and community Facebook page, which is great for For example, defi ciencies in Vitamin A can [acting] ‘unmanly’ if they seek help from family sharing tips and accessing guides to further your lead to blindness, hardening of the skin and and friends.” Mental illness is not to be taken active lifestyle. kidney stones. However, popular Australian lightly – with Australia’s alarming statistics, there scientist, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, maintains that is clearly much more research to be done in immune related diseases can be prevented by the fi eld of mental illness. We must support our the microscopic amount of vitamins found in fathers, brothers, partners and sons. natural foods. If you or someone you know might be in trouble, In an age where we want to be healthier, stronger please do not hesitate to contact beyondblue on and live longer, vitamin tablets are becoming 1300 224 636. For more information, visit one of the most prominent ingredients in our www.beyondblue.org.au diet. In supermarkets and chemists alike, there are shelves upon shelves of vitamin tablets. Are vitamin tablets an essential part of a healthy lifestyle? Or are we just turning to vitamins for a quick fi x? As contentious as the issue is, the consensus seems to be that tablets should only be consumed when a vitamin defi ciency is present.

36 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au LIFESTYLE | WELLBEING Managing Sensitive Teeth

Dr Ian Sweeney

DO YOU HAVE sensitive teeth? Do you dread your your dentist can properly diagnose the cause of six monthly clean because of the cold water? the problem. Depending on the circumstances, At Northside Dental Centre, we have a your dentist may recommend: wonderful product called Oroquix. Oroquix is a Desensitising toothpaste. A strong tooth mixture of two local anaesthetics: lidocaine and paste that will help to desensitise teeth after prilocaine. Oroquix is a topical anaesthetic that several• applications. is simply applied to the gums to provide gentle Fluoride. numbing during cleaning lasting approximately the sensitive areas of your teeth to strengthen tooth grinding or clenching. Severe grinding may 20 minutes. This gives the dentist plenty of time tooth• enamelYour and dentist reduce may pain. apply They �luoride may also to actually bend a tooth, causing some of the weaker to perform the cleaning. It can be applied to all enamel to fracture from the tooth, exposing the of your teeth or just certain areas to reduce Desensitising or bonding. In more severe underlying sensitive dentine. Night time splints sensitivity during cleaning. As it is only topically cases,suggest exposed the use of root prescription surfaces can �luoride be treated at home. by can assist in preventing this. applied, it is suitable for most patients. applying• bonding resin to the sensitive root Abrasion. Overzealous toothbrushing, or surfaces. Local anesthetic may also be required the use of medium or hard toothbrush bristles • Why are your teeth sensitive? in extreme cases. will wear away enamel, again exposing the Sensitive teeth are typically the result of Surgical gum graft. Exposed tooth roots sensitive dentine. worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots. may be covered by a small amount of gum tissue Erosion. The most common cause of erosion Other factors such as cavities, cracked can• be taken from elsewhere in the mouth and is by acidic foods and drinks. or chipped teeth, tooth grinding, toothbrush • abrasion, and acid erosion may also cause teeth to become sensitive. exposedattached roots to the thus aﬀ reducing ected site. sensitivity. This procedure Dr Ian Sweeney is a dental surgeon at Northside covers the aﬀ ected root surface, protecting the If you’re concerned about sensitive teeth, Grinding. Tooth sensitivity may be due to Dental & Implant Centre, Turramurra.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 37 LIFESTYLE | WELLBEING 7 Step Guide for Making A Career Change Victoria Cavallo

CHANGING CAREERS CAN be a big transition and a stressful time for many people; right up there with major life events like getting married or becoming a parent. Given that the full time working adult spends 30 per cent of their average day at work, it stands to reason why!

The C Word… Change! With it comes the unknown, and we humans tend to fear the unknown! A new career is riddled with unknowns and uncertainties: a new environment, a new culture, new work relationships, a new routine, new expectations, new responsibilities, a new identity and an overall lack of feeling of control…. 2. Get Real you’ve lost all familiarity. Be clear around your purpose While some people are excited and driven for changing careers. What will by change, for most it’s a big step out of their this new direction give you? Will comfort zone and can cause stress and anxiety. it give you anything more than remuneration? Will it give you 7 Steps to a Successful Career Transition an outlet to grow, to achieve, to Here are 7 tips to help you move through the be fulfi lled, to contribute, to learn, to be fl exible, to be creative, to 3. Be Kind …to yourself! Fear and anxiety transition of a career change more eff ortlessly! make a difference? Other than money, what will it give you? is normal. And just like getting If you’re changing careers hitched or becoming a parent 1. Get Clarity there’s a period of adjustment, so You may not be able to control the because you’re running away from a job you hate, or you’re have reasonable expectations. unknown or see in the dark, but If you were close to all of your you can go in with a fl ashlight! pressuring yourself to please others, or even if you’re choosing previous colleagues, remember Get clarity around your current that those relationships once position in terms of your resources. to change purely for fi nancial rewards – you may fi nd that it took time to build. If you were Do you have the fi nances, the the master of your craft in your support, and the capabilities that won’t give you enough long term satisfaction to stick with it! last role, or perhaps that “go to you need to make this change? person”, remember that it didn’t How much are you willing to risk start out that way. Allow yourself to make this change happen? We the time you need to create a new all have a different level of risk that “normal”. we can tolerate.

4. Be Consistent During a time of huge uncertainty and change, keep other areas of life consistent and constant. Don’t neglect or put on hold your other activities like exercising, hobbies and socialising. Maintaining these will help to level out feelings of uncertainty.

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5. Be Healthy A TINY HEARING AID THAT Late night TV, comfort eating and drinking alcohol can be a comfort and a crutch in times of uncertainty, but they can be a form of self-sabotage too! Being tired, lethargic and frumpy on the job won’t do wonders CAN for your performance OR your DISAPPEAR? self-esteem. So go to bed at a reasonable time, eat healthy, drink water and keep boozy nights to a minimum!

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Kerrie Erwin Real People, Real Questions, Real Psychic. Test your curiosity with Kerrie Erwin.

Q: I need some direction with my career. Can you please help?

- Fred, born February ‘78 Q: I’ve joined a new company. Have I Q: I’m feeling a bit lost within myself. A: This is a year of big changes for you. made the right decision? Where will I be in �ive years? Time to rid the old and step into the new: who you need to be and what you want to - Matt, born March ‘84 - Danielle, born November ‘96 do. I see a new job on the horizon this year. You will be contemplating a move, if you A: I feel opportunities around you with A: You have a lovely energy and are already haven’t done so, and I feel things work, and it is time for you to really move a very insightful, sensitive, deep thinking will run smoothly or much better for you in forward. It won’t be easy to begin with, as I person. When you are truly happy, you the second part of the year. Spirit is asking see a lot of new learning and study ahead. have the type of personality that few you to take a leap of faith and to belief in You are a very determined type of person people are able to resist. Love and family yourself, but at present I sense a great deal and you will always get what you want will also be very important through out of frustration around you. with guile, tact and diplomacy. Trust your your life. Even though you have suffered Eventually you will get the job you intuition, as you generally have a good feel a lot of disappointment in the past, it has want, but it may involve travel, even of people. I also feel it is imperative to not been the result of poor decisions. It is time interstate so you need to get going and set tell others what you are doing and that to be more honest with yourself with what your ideals and sights high. When you are way you will stand out from the rest of the you really want and need in your life. ready to take this leap of faith and come crowd. Throughout life you will learn a lot, Let the past go and then things will out of your comfort zone, your energy will travel and meet all types of people. start to move forward with you. I also see a sour and you will eventually be in the �low Marriage and children will be change in your friendships. Each day that of things and success will be yours. important for you as well, and you need you get up in the morning, clean the slate of a strong foundation to support you. It your mind - learn to let things go and learn I found the response a bit general. You is important to marry a soul mate and to be more positive, which in turn will could say the same things with a bit of someone who understands your strong create wonderful and exciting possibilities. guess work, depending on the response. drive and pursuit of both happiness and You have an af�inity for children and But you said lots of thing that I believe success - even though it may be quite animals, are extremely creative and should are true. I’m doing things differently complex. You made the right decision, but perhaps think of working in a profession trying to focus more on my objectives, later on there may be an opportunity for where you can help people. I also feel a things that I’ve never done before. I just you to have your own business. moved from another state and I’ll soon beloved grandmother around you. move to another city, so you’re right. And you’re also right about my need of faith in Wow, Kerrie! Your answer is spot on. That’s, like, weird because it’s true. myself. Thank you for your advice -Danielle - Fred - Matt

Kerrie Erwin is a psychic in Sydney. Send your questions, along with your name and date of birth, to: [email protected] or PO Box 420, Killara NSW 2071 by the 20th of the month.

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WHEN IT COMES to travel, America is a On the road simmering hub of potential and promise. American writer Jack Kerouac summed It is the birthplace of the world’s it up perfectly in his timeless classic of the legendary metropolises. From sleek San great American road trip: “What is that feeling Francisco and mellow Chicago, to the subtle when you’re driving away from people and they recede on the plain till you see their specks of New York - each great city invokes a sundry beauty of Boston and the sheer magni�icence dispersing? It’s the too-huge world vaulting us, and it’s good-bye. But we lean forward to the and entertainment. But dare to peer more next crazy venture beneath the skies”. Kerouac closelyof diﬀ erent and the notions American of culture, story will adventure unfold spoke for every man and woman who has in all its surprising diversity: the free been lucky enough to roam America’s litany spirited Santa Barbara, the eclectic music of snaking highways, dotted by unforgettable of Memphis and the à la mode feel of Austin personalities and striking landscapes. personify the diversity of America’s towns With four million miles of highways at the and cities. mercy of anyone with a vague sense of adventure and a suspiciously oversized map, America’s highways are what ties the nation’s vast mountain ranges and dense forests to the sun-bleached beaches and eerily quiet country towns. There is certainly no time limit to the legendary American road trip. For those lucky enough to have ample travelling time, the picturesque country lanes of New England are a great place to start driving. For visitor’s looking to

to New Orleans, with stops through Tennessee, drift oﬀ the beaten track, the drive from Chicago ordinary and challenging experience. However, forKansas those and on Louisiana a tighter schedule,will oﬀ er roada more tripping out of the west coast from San Diego to San Francisco is a

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America’s big cities, electrifying audiences everywhere,musicians, artists from and New actors York’s have �locked unrivalled to Broadway scene to jazz bars in New Orleans. The sounds that originated from modern era. Rooted in the Mississippi Delta liesAmerica the home have ofde�ined blues music, the music while Detroit’s of the Motown history forever changed the course of music. The indomitable sound of Chicago’s jazz scene trickles into every big city while rock and

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How to make the perfect coffee

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SCHIBELLO CAFFÉ WAS born out of a burning desire to bring the Italian espresso experience to Stephanie Stefanovic visits Sydney's latest in 1999, the café in Rhodes has grown to service coffee brewing laboratory to discover the overAustralia. 2,000 Since cafés andthe restaurantscreation of theiracross �irst Australia, blend tricks of the coffee roasting trade. and has made a successful foray into the tea and achievements over the past 15 years, Schibello coff ee capsule market. In celebration of their Development Roasting Laboratory to encourage baristaCaff é has experimentation launched their and newinnovation. Research and trainingSituated academy, next to an Schibello on-site espressoCaff é headquarters, bar and a dedicatedthe facility roasting features laboratory. a State ofIn the order Art to coff hone ee can visit the training centre before gaining practicaltheir skills experience in the art of at espresso, the facility’s aspiring espresso baristas bar. The facility also features a roasting laboratory, sessions and create custom blends. Important! which allows Schibello Caff é to perform cupping How to make a good cup of coffee: yellow, then it means it’s the right temperature. In an exclusive tour of the new facilities “The other thing we focus on is getting up a Making the Perfect Espresso is: hosted by co-founder Ross Schinella, not only did whirlpool action with our milk, which heats the 25% Equipment production process, but we were also given we get behind-the-scenes exposure to the coff ee- milk evenly. It also allows us to let the perfect amount of air into our milk when we’re trying to 25% Coffee the trainers at the academy. “Our third thing which I’ve really tried to expert coff ee-making advice from Beau, one of make it nice and silky and frothy. is by practising, and there’s probably no better rattling the jug, almost. That action folds in all the “The only way to get better at making coff ee focus on is folding the milk into itself. [It’s] like 50% Barista

example of practice makes perfect,” said Beau. frothy milk with all the �lat milk, so it’s an even But the question remains: how do you make pour, rather than frothy and �lat milk coming out at diff erent times. That’s when you get a latte espressoa good cup shot of coff is ee? the most important element, According to trainer Beau, whilst the down-pat,” said Beau. Beau was also kind enough to answer some of our questions, such as: what causes getting“In the our milk classes right we is focus a delicate on two art or and three is actually the hardest part of making coff ee. burnt milk? “Burnt milk [occurs] when you heat it too temperature, which we try and teach without much. You’ll �ind that soy has a lower burning thermometers.things to get the We milkdo it right.by touch The … �irst with is these the point than full-fat or skim milk,” said Beau. new things called temp tags. If the temp tag turns “Burning milk also tends to happen when 44 APRIL 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au you mix in [old milk] with the new milk, so that’s LIFESTYLE | FOOD & WINE

cross-contamination. Once you’ve got old milk in there, you have to make sure you tip it out and start again”. The trainer also warned about the

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sydneyobserver.com.au | APRIL 2015 45 LIFESTYLE | FOOD & WINE Making Intolerance Tolerable Steph Nash

Did you know that around 1 in 10 of us are born with a food allergy? According to a recent study by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Australia has the highest incidence of food allergy in the world, as the rate of anaphylaxis in children under ﬁ ve has increased ﬁ vefold in the last decade. To support our readers with a dietary condition, Sydney Observer have come up with a few delicious and wholesome allergy-free recipes.

DAIRY-FREE: GLUTEN-FREE: Chocolate Cake Creamy, Fluffy Quinoa Ingredients Ingredients

• For cake: • Vegetable oil • 2 1/4 cups plain �lour • 1 cup white onion, diced • 1/4 cup cocoa • 1 tsp thyme • 3/4 tsp salt • 2 cups quinoa • 3 tsp baking powder • Salt • 150g brown sugar • Black pepper • 75g caster sugar • 100ml white wine • 2 large eggs • 3 cups vegetable stock • 2/3 cup almond milk • 1 cup green peas • 1/2 cup vegetable oil • 2 tbsp mint leaves, crushed • 1 tsp vanilla essence • 2 tsp parmesean cheese, �inely grated • 1 cup mixed berries • Black truf�le oil Preheat the oven to 180 Heat 2 tbsp oil in wok on a medium heat. Add 1 cup diced degrees celcius. Line 1 onion, 1 cup celery and a pinch of thyme to wok. Cook for large cake tin with baking 1-2 minutes. Add 2 cups quinoa grains.Add a pinch of salt. paper. Sift the plain �lour Spice with a sprinkle of black pepper. Add 100ml white wine and baking powder together. Stir through the salt and cocoa powder. Sift and three cups of salt-reduced vegetable stock to wok. There the �lour mixture and place in a large bowl. Stir through the caster sugar should be about 0.5 inch of liquid above the quinoa. Leave on and brown sugar. Make a well in the centre of the �lour mixture. Lightly the stove for 15-20 minutes. Add 1 cup cooked green peas whisk the eggs with the vanilla essence. Add the milk and whisk until and 2 tbsp mint leaves. Add two tsp of parmesean cheese. combined. Add the vegetable oil in a slow stream and whisk into the egg Garnish quinoa with a drizzle of black truf�le oil. mixture as you go. Pour the egg mixture into the well of �lour mixture in a slow stream, stirring to combine as you go using a metal spoon. Stir the mixture until just combined then quickly stir through the mixed berries. Pour the mixture into the cake tin and spread evenly across the tin. Bake in a preheated moderate oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Leave in the pan for 5 minutes to cool after removing from the oven, then remove cake from the tin and turn out onto wire racks.

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NUT-FREE: SUGAR-FREE: Nut-free granola bars Watermelon Mocktails Wanted Ingredients Ingredients

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