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A FREE PUBLICATION FOR THE HOBART MUNICIPALITY www.hobartobserver.com.au FEBRUARY 2019 Your community. Your backyard. Your newspaper. Bright future ahead for D’Arcy Street home ground

THE South Hobart Football Club has kicked an important off-fi eld goal – securing a $1 million Federal Government grant to upgrade its D’Arcy Street home ground. The club has big plans MILLION DOLLAR for the funding, which will be used to bring facilities at the old ground – which has been hosting soccer matches for more than 100 years – up to mod- ern standards. For decades, South FUNDING BOOST STORY CONTINUES PAGE 4

HOBART’S OUTSTANDING CITIZENS

From left , Citi zen of the Year winners Adrian Howard OAM and Graeme Morris, Young Citi zen of the Year Matt hew Etherington, and Tim Smith and Kim Gillard from Point to Pinnacle, Community Event of the Year. Photo credit: Amy Brown.

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2 Hobart Observer February 2019 Community News Community seeks new location Project to tell for Central Men’s Shed TASMANIA’S longest running men’s shed is forgotten stories urgently seeking commu- nity assistance to help it fi nd a new home. The Central Men’s Shed is currently located on Creek Road and on land that will soon be redeveloped for a large- scale community housing project. Although a much-needed develop- ment for the community, there are fears that it will mean the men’s shed will no longer have a space to call its own. Members of the Central Men’s Shed, which is currently looking for a new home. The Central Men’s Shed has provided a fi nd a new facility. time for us to work offi ce on 6212 2286.” space where people can “The Central Men’s together to ensure this Natalie Klug, from St get together for a chat Shed is a highly valued important work can Vincent de Paul, agreed and a “cuppa” over the part of our community,” continue. and said there were years, as well as work Ms Haddad said. “I have written to many positive effects Independent Member for Denison Andrew Wilkie with Dr Dianne Snowden AM and Bob Gordon, on all sorts of different “Like other men’s the State Government, men’s sheds had on from the project team, sculptor Rowan Gillespie, and the two children on whom the sculptures projects. sheds across Tasmania, Hobart City Council and community wellbeing will be based, Viktor and Estella. It provides a sense of it provides a social Glenorchy City Council and mental health. A PROJECT recognising joined by Independent Shadows will enhance community and allows outlet where people can and am hopeful we can “I have no doubt the stories of convict Member for Denison An- two of our most well- people to develop and pursue their hobbies and fi nd a solution. the Central Men’s Shed women and orphan drew Wilkie, Dr Dianne known heritage sites, share skills they have passions. “But I also encour- has saved lives over the schoolchildren in Tas- Snowden AM from the South Hobart’s Female learned over many years. “The group also gives age anyone with any years,” she said. mania through sculpture project team and children Factory and New Town’s Labor Member for back to the community suggestions about where “Please, if you have has been awarded a on whom the sculptures Orphan Schools. Clark Ella Haddad is through their work on the group might be able any ideas, we’d love to $100,000 grant by the will be modelled. “The project will also working with the shed to local projects, and it’s to relocate to contact my hear from you.” Federal Government. Mr Wilkie said he enhance Tasmania’s repu- Spearheaded by was “thrilled” the Federal tation as a home of great internationally-renowned Government was contrib- art and culture, while at sculptor Rowan Gillespie, uting $100,000 toward the same time reminding ‘From the Shadows’ will the project. visitors and Tasmanians Hobart’s outstanding citizens feature three sculptural “It’s so important to of our history.” installations at two sites tell the story of Tasma- From the Shadows FROM FRONT PAGE Morris. The Young Citizen Community Event of – the World Heritage nia’s convict history, but follows from the success HOBART’S outstanding Mr Howard was of the Year award went the Year was awarded to Cascades Female Factory also to do it in a way that of Mr Gillespie’s ‘Foot- citizens have been award- recognised for leading the to Matthew Etherington, Point to Pinnacle, which Historic Site in South showcases voices that are steps Towards Freedom’, ed for their contributions restoration efforts of the who contributed to a takes runners all the way Hobart and the state often forgotten, such as the female convict to the community at a Soldiers Memorial Avenue healthier and more inclu- from the Hobart foreshore heritage-listed Orphan women and children,” statutes on the Hobart special Australia Day cere- on the Queens Domain. sive community through up to the summit of Schools site in New he said. waterfront completed in mony on 26 January. Mr Morris ensured the efforts to improve youth kunanyi/Mount Welling- Town. “Tasmania’s built her- 2017. The Citizen of the success and community mental health and raise ton. Mr Gillespie travelled itage is one of our main For more information Year award was bestowed spirit of the Flower Room, awareness about the plight The Point to Pinnacle from Ireland last month tourism drawcards. about the project, visit jointly on Adrian Howard a not-for-profi t fl oral shop of refugees and asylum event raises funds for a for the announcement “That’s why it’s great https://fromtheshadows. OAM and Graeme in the centre of Hobart. seekers. variety of charities. event, where he was news that From the org.au.

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Hobart Observer February 2019 3 Community News Fern Tree on alert for orange hawkweed Works to begin on New Town retail precinct

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TO protect the ecosys- grasses and herbs in tem of kunanyi/Mount alpine and sub-alpine Wellington, the City habitats. of Hobart is working “In Tasmania, orange with Fern Tree resi- hawkweed has been dents to determine if found in just two areas, orange hawkweed – an the Central Highlands extremely invasive weed and Fern Tree,” City of – is present on their Hobart fi re and biodiver- properties. sity program offi cer Elise Hawkweed detection Jeffery said. crews are being sent to “We believe the every household in Fern weed is present in small Tree throughout January enough numbers that it and February, checking can still be eradicated.” gardens for any presence To report orange of the weed and helping hawkweed found on locals rid their homes of your property, please the invader. contact the City of Ho- Orange hawkweed, bart fi re and biodiversity identifi able by its fi ery team on phone 6238 red and orange fl owers, 2886. is a declared weed un- For more informa- der the Tasmanian Weed tion on how to identify Management Act 1999. the weed, visit hobartc- The weed can ity.com.au/orangehawk- out-compete native weed. An arti st’s impression of the transformed New Town retail precinct. WORK to transform the of Hobart staff was “an tifi ed the upgrade’s key nity events. When fi nished, there New Town retail precinct amazing collaborative priorities. There will also be will be street furniture, Get your garden is set to break ground at effort on the part of all These included better improved pedestrian and renewed footpaths, the end of the month. participants.” footpaths and improved bicycle infrastructure, improved pedestrian The streetscape de- She said the feed- pedestrian crossing facil- places for people to stop, access at Pirie and sign has been developed back from the commu- ities on New Town Road rest and gather, and a Pedder streets, street tree bushfi re ready in collaboration with the nity about the proposal and the side streets along refreshed appearance, and planting beds, and HOBART residents trailer. local community, refl ect- had been very positive the main road. including public artwork, bicycle lanes. are encouraged to take To gain free entry, ing its needs for the area and they looked forward Traffi c access at the new trees and heritage As part of the up- advantage of the green simply show your driver’s to be a more vibrant and to a new image for New Cross Street junction interpretation. grade, further improve- free entry weekend at licence to the tollbooth accessible place. Town. near Jackman and The City of Hobart’s ments to New Town McRobies Gully Waste operator to verify that New Town Commu- Local residents, McRoss will remain works crew will start Road and adjoined Management Centre you are a resident of the nity Association presi- students, landowners, unchanged, however the stage one of the works streets will be made in later this month to assist City of Hobart. dent Sandra Halliwell businesses, community junction design will allow along the New Town late 2019 and 2020. with the preparation of For enquiries, please said the process of groups and organisations it to be closed to traffi c Road intersections with For updates, visit their properties during contact the City of working with the local worked on a vision for occasionally, creating a Pirie, Pedder and Sey- hobartcity.com.au/new- the bushfi re season. Hobart’s customer liaison community and City the precinct and iden- public space for commu- mour streets. town. Community mem- offi cer on phone 6278 bers are invited to drop 0273 or email coh@ Advertisement off their green waste on hobartcity.com.au. Saturday 23 and Sunday Find out more about 24 February from 10am free entry weekends on to 4pm. hobartcity.com.au/thetip Domestic quan- and to learn more about Andrew Wilkie tities of waste will be waste collection, visit accepted, for example a hobartcity.com.au/bincol- YOUR INDEPENDENT IN CANBERRA standard ute load or box lection. Want to get in touch with Andrew? 3 Drop into the office at 188 Collins Street Hobart or post a letter to GPO Box 32 Hobart 7001 3 Phone 6234 5255 or email [email protected] 3 Twitter @wilkiemp, Facebook at www.facebook.com/andrewwilkiemp or book a Skype call *Weather permitting Drop by Andrew’s mobile office on the dates and locations below*: Friday 1 February 11:30am-1:30pm Glenorchy Main Road near police station Friday 8 February 11:30am-1:30pm Lenah Valley shops Friday 15 February 11:30am-1:30pm Chigwell shops Sunday March 3, 2019 Friday 22 February 11:30am-1:30pm Long Beach Sandy Bay BELLERIVE BOARDWALK Friday March 1 11:30am-1:30pm Claremont Main Road near KFC 11am - 4pm Andrew Wilkie MP www.andrewwilkie.org Independent Member for Denison Council News Authorised by Andrew Wilkie MP 188 Collins Street Hobart 7000 Fire Management Council Meetings ParksFire Management and ReservesEvents • OngoingMaintenance parks of maintenance. walking tracks in natural areas and Tangara Trail. Key issues at the Council meeting of 23 May • Ovalsareas pesticideand Tangara program. Trail. Key issuesissues at at the the Council Council meeting meeting of of FESTIVAL OF VOICES andKey 6 issues June 2016 at the included: Council meeting of • Maintenance of natural areas as per the 1715 AugustOctober and 2016 5 September included: 2016 included: • Ovals herbicide program •26 Adopted September the 2016/2017 2016 Budget included: and Capital Expenditure various Natural Area Management Plans. • AdoptedAdopted a Strategicdraft Strategic Plan forPlan 2016-2026. 2016-2026 as a basis for • Commencement of firebreak clearing on Program. Fire Management • Agreedcommunity to to consult initiateconsultation. the an community amendment on the to Lauderdalethe Planning Urban Council property. • Agreed to undertake community consultation on the Draft • Maintenance ofEvents natural areas as per the • ExpansionAdoptedScheme theto Feasibility incorporateAnnual Plan Study. 2016/17.a new Bellerive Bluff Specific Pindos Park Management Plan. various Natural Area Management Plans. • AgreedAdoptedArea Plan. to an consult amended the communityPindos Park on Management a Draft Community Plan. Events • CommencementExhibition: of Housematesfirebreak clearing on • SafetyAccepted PlanWorks a fortender 2016-2021. for– June/Julythe provision of2016 the Annual Hard • Agreed to undertake community consultation on a draft Exhibition:Council24 property. September The Eastern– 9 October Shore • Agreed to consult the community on a draft Kangaroo Bay – 1 - 9 July 2016 RoadsbushfireWaste Collection management Service. strategy. CommunityRosny Cottage, Photography Rosny Farm Rosny Park Cultural/Creative Precinct - Development Policy The Barn, Rosny Farm • Pothole repairs: Richmond, Cambridge, Dulcot and Rokeby. ExhibitionEvents Framework. Exhibition: Poochibald Art Prize • GravelWorks road grading: – September/OctoberOctober/November as required based on inspections. 2016 14 October – 6 November 2016 •• Guide Accepted post a replacement tender for the continues: construction various of the locations. Kangaroo Bay Exhibition:SchoolhouseEXHIBITIONS1-9 October Gallery,A Stitch 2016 ATRosny in THE Time:Farm Pavilion at Kangaroo Bay. Roads• Concreting of gravel paths: Opossum Bay Park. SCHOOLHOUSEBiennialSchoolhouse Textile Gallery, GALLERY andRosny FibreFarm AND Festival: ExhibitionSeafarer’s Festival •• PotholeConstruction Accepted repairs: a tenderof gravelOtagoRose for Bay, access:Bay,the Lindisfarneannual Rosny from andreseal Bastick andBellerive. and GeilstonStreet micro-surfacing to Bay.Kangaroo BARN program for 2016-17. 11Festival: November23 October Dog’s – 4 December 2016 Day Out2016 • GravelBay Skate road Park. grading as required based on inspections. Bellerive Boardwalk Workshop:Schoolhouse2 ReedOctober Gallery, Pen 2016 Rosny and Farm Black • GuideReconstruction post replacement of retaining continues wall: Elwood at various Drive. locations. InkRosny Drawing Farm • PreparationConstructionWorks –for of November/DecemberRosnyresealing Hill inRoad Spinifex shared Road path. and Fuchsia 2016 Road in Exhibition: Artists with Conviction • Preparation for resealing in Spinifex Road and Fuchsia Road in Exhibition:13 July Still 2016 Wild, Still • RisdonConstruction Vale. of DDA crossings in Spinifex Road. 24 October – 13 November 2016 RoadsRisdon Vale. Exhibition:School HouseThreatened The Gallery, Eastern Rosny FarmShore • Reconstruction of shared path near Rosny Treatment Plant. The Barn, Rosny Farm • PotholePreparation repairs: for resealingBellerive, inTranmere, Dover Court Howrah, and Pindari Seven MileStreet in 9Community December 2016 Photography – 8 January 2017 DrainageBeach.Howrah. Exhibition:ExSchoolhousehibition:Exhibition AnimalGallery,A Stitch Rosny Madness in Time:Farm Biennial14 October Textile – 6 November and 2016Fibre • GravelPreparationOngoing road cleaning gradingfor resealing of asopen required in drains. Avoca based Street on in inspections. Lindisfarne. 18 June – 10 July 2016 Concert:Schoolhouse ClarenceExhibition Gallery, RosnyCarols Farm and • GuideConstructionMinor postdrainage replacement of new works concrete as continues required. wicket at at various Wentworth locations. Sports School House Gallery, Rosny Farm • Construction of footpath on Rosny Hill Road near Rose Bay. 11 November – 4 December 2016 • Ground.Construction of stormwater line: corner of Esplanade and Lewis Christmas Concert • PreparationConstruction forof roadsideresealing verge in Spinifex maintenance. Road and Fuchsia Road in Festival:Schoolhouse11 Seafarer’sDecember Gallery, 2016Rosny Festival Farm • ConstructionAvenue, Seven of Milefootpath Beach. on Rosny Hill Road near Rose Bay Exhibition: City of Clarence Open Risdon Vale. Bellerive23 October Boardwalk 2016 High School. Art Exhibition DrainageParks• Preparation and for Reserves resealing in Dover Court in Howrah. CommonwealthBellerive BoardwalkBank Test Match – Australia23 July v South– 21 August Australia – •Drainage OngoingOvalsPreparation irrigation cleaning for maintenanceresealing of open indrains. Avoca continues. Street in Lindisfarne. Australia Day Breakfast TheSecond Barn, Rosny Test Farm • ConstructionElevatedOngoing workcleaning of platform stormwater of open tree drains.line work. on the corner of Esplanade and Contact Sarah26 January Bishop 2017 6217 9625 • Construction of footpath on Rosny Hill Road near Rose Bay 12 November – 16 November 2016 • LewisPark maintenance. Avenue, Seven Mile Beach. Contact BelleriveSarah Bishop Boardwalk 6217 9625 • HighConstruction School. of stormwater line on the corner of Esplanade and Bellerive Oval, Bellerive •Fire ConstructionLewis Management Avenue, of Seven roadside Mile verge Beach. maintenance. •Parks Fire reduction and Reservespreparation for controlled burns: Waver- Contact Council Drainage•Parks leyOngoing Flora and parksPark Reservesand maintenance. Pilchers Hill. • Ongoing cleaning of open drains. • MaintenancePlayground upgrade of walking Shoreline tracks. Park, Howrah. FindFind nearby nearby parks parks and and events, events, report report an an issue, issue, receive receive • Construction of stormwater line on the corner of • PaintingRehabilitation of Tangara of ovals Trail from post winter and rail to summerfences. sport. wastewaste collection collection reminders reminders – download– download the the My My Local Local Esplanade and Lewis Avenue, Seven Mile Beach. • InstallationUpgrade of ofirrigation split posts at Clarendonat Mortimer Vale Bay Oval. for signage. Services app forServices smartphones. app for smartphones.

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4 Hobart Observer February 2019 Community News Summer program offers Bright future ahead for sneak peek at uni life D’Arcy Street home ground

Hellyer College grade 12 students Kaytlyn Johnson, Rachael Sti tz and Taylah Williams studying Earth Sciences at UTAS in Sandy Bay as part of the University Summer College program. TASMANIA’S next from schools across the the university’s inspiring generation of scientists, state gave up part of their researchers,” she said. surgeons and solici- holidays to attend the Professor Natalie tors converged on the program, which will also Brown, director of the University of Tasmania in help them during the Peter Underwood Centre January, getting an early 2019 academic year. for Educational Attain- From left , South Hobart Football Club player Jack Bowman, president Victoria Morton and coach Ken Morton at the D’Arcy Street taste of life on campus Students had the op- ment, hopes the program ground, which is set for a major upgrade. as part of the university’s portunity to examine their encouraged participants FROM FRONT PAGE the ground, while also seven womens and girls secured thanks to lobby- new Summer College study options, explore to expand their educa- Hobart Football Club introducing a new mul- teams last year, and have ing by the Independent pilot program. new subjects, do hands- tional horizons, and gave and its visiting opposition ti-purpose pavilion, me- about 150 juniors signed Member for Denison An- The four-day residen- on practical activities and them the confi dence have dealt with antiquat- dia facilities, social room, up this season. drew Wilkie, who made tial program was held sit in on mini-lectures and to chase their academic ed facilities at D’Arcy disabled-access toilets, The oval upgrade the announcement at the at the Sandy Bay and tutorial sessions, all while dreams. Street including lights electronic scoreboard, could also help the club oval on 18 January. Launceston campuses being supported by uni- “The University shining in players’ eyes, a canteen and entry booth. land a place in any new “I’ve been lobbying from 29 January to 1 versity student mentors. Summer College allows lack of sideline dugouts “One of the great second-tier national club the Federal Government February. Program coordinator young people to discover or other shelter for things about the upgrade competition which forms for funds to upgrade the University Summer Dr Jo Ingram said Univer- more about future study coaching staff, and the to D’Arcy Street is not under the A-League. D’Arcy Street ground College is designed to sity Summer College gave options and shows them absence of female-friend- just that it helps the peo- “There’s a lot happen- for some time and I am provide an immersive potential future UTAS that university can be an ly changerooms for ple of our club, it helps ing in football in Austral- thrilled that the Gov- experience of university students an authentic achievable step in their players or referees. every visiting team as ia,” Mrs Morton said. ernment has committed study for students who study experience. educational journey,” she South Hobart well,” Mrs Morton said. “There’s a huge $1 million towards the are going into grade “It’s a unique oppor- said. Football Club president The new match-qual- push towards having a project,” Mr Wilkie said. 12 this year, and are tunity for students to For more information Victoria Morton said ity lighting at the ground semi-professional second “Supporting local considering going on to engage with like-minded on pathways to further D’Arcy Street “had been will allow South Hobart division playing under- sport is so important university in 2020 and peers in real-life university education at the Universi- left behind” as the sport’s Football Club to hold neath the A-League and because it promotes beyond. learning environments, ty of Tasmania, visit www. popularity in Tasmania evening games and train- South Hobart would healthy communities About 20 students and to be guided by utas.edu.au. exploded in recent years. ing sessions, helping cater apply to be in that, espe- and in particular, gives But this grant will see for its ever-growing num- cially now that we’ll have kids a safe environment the club fi x the issues ber of junior and female upgraded facilities.” with access to good role that have long plagued players – the club fi elded The funding was models.”

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Hobart Observer February 2019 5 Community News Joshua on track to achieve his dream career Photo credit: City of Hobart. SAFER PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES FOR SOUTH HOBART PEDESTRIAN improve- a number of side streets ment works undertaken that you couldn’t get in South Hobart are set across with a wheelchair to make the busy area or pram because of the much safer for road high kerbs.” users. The pedestrian City of Hobart traf- crossing in Macquarie fi c engineering manager Street (between Bupa Angela Moore said the Aged Care South Ho- South Hobart communi- bart and Lady Gowrie ty had been very active Integrated Child and in lobbying for pedes- Family Centre) has been trian improvements in enhanced as part of the Macquarie Street. project. “The community’s A new widened application for Com- traffi c island will be monwealth Gov- completed at this loca- ernment Black Spot tion in March. funding was successful,” The south side of she said. Macquarie Street now “This, along with has a continuous step- City of Hobart funding, free path with raised will allow for upgrades thresholds at Anglesea, to the existing pedes- Denison, Weld and trian crossing points in Downie streets. Macquarie Street.” The City’s crew is The Smith Family has helped Joshua achieve his dreams. Pedestrian traffi c currently working on signals across Macquarie the installation of traffi c MILLIONS of Australian ily in grade eight after his nifi cant this support was, have ever dreamt of School Appeal raises Street near Elboden signals near the intersec- students are heading parents separated. and continues to be.” being able to work funds – including more Street were included in tion of Macquarie and back to school this His mother worked A tertiary scholarship overseas. than $460,000 last year the project in response Elboden streets. month – but one in hard to support three from The Smith Family “I may not have – for The Smith Family’s to a community petition In the middle of six are at risk of going children as a single par- is now allowing Joshua been able to pursue Learning for Life pro- and will help people March, when the pro- without basic essentials ent, but it was a constant to pursue his passion by what interests me either gram, with money raised cross this busy road. ject is complete, there like textbooks, stationery, struggle to make ends studying Japanese as part – I’d just be working as by each store going to “This is particularly will be new paving, uniforms and shoes. meet. of a Bachelor of Arts much as I could, and my help disadvantaged stu- important for older peo- plantings and street Joshua [last name “The fi nancial sup- degree at the University passion would be put to dents in the local area. ple living in or visiting furniture, a painted withheld for privacy] port my mother and I of Tasmania. the side. “Just a little bit of sup- the nearby aged care uphill bike lane and an knows just how tough received from The Smith He’s already plan- “My life would be port can help put them facilities,” Ms Moore improved parking space that can be. Family was invaluable,” ning a trip to Japan to completely different.” on a really important said. for people with disabili- But thanks to chil- Joshua said. teach English to Japanese For the sixth straight path,” Joshua said. “The new raised ties in Elboden Street. dren’s charity The Smith “It removed the stress students. year, Offi ceworks is “It can give them thresholds along the Elboden Street may Family, Joshua – and of buying books, station- “Now I have a clear teaming up with The career aspirations and southern side of Mac- be closed for a short thousands of other young ary and uniforms through career aspiration – some- Smith Family to sponsor prospects that they may quarie Street provide period to allow for the Australians – are making high school and college. thing I may not have had more than 1000 disad- have never thought a step-free path for construction of the the most of their educa- “It put me on a level if I didn’t attend universi- vantaged school children possible.” people moving through raised threshold. tion and achieving their playing fi eld with the oth- ty,” he said. in 2019. For more informa- South Hobart. For updates, visit ho- academic dreams. er kids in my class. “If it wasn’t for The Held each January tion on the campaign, “Before we did bartcity.com.au/south- Joshua fi rst had con- “Now as I look back, Smith Family’s support, and February, Offi ce- visit www.thesmithfamily. these works, there were hobartped. tact with The Smith Fam- I’m able to see how sig- I don’t know if I would works’ annual Back to com.au.

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Hobart Observer February 2019 7 Community News Funds for local fi ries THE Cambridge Volun- complement us when teer Fire Brigade cele- we attend a call, like brated a half-century of cameras and hand-held service last year, having radios – ‘nice-to-have’ responded to thousands items that help us help of Eastern Shore blazes the community, and and incidents – from also engage our mem- major bushfi res to mi- bers so we can maintain nor car crashes – since membership. forming in 1968. “Cameras that pro- But this month vide still photos and vid- you might fi nd them eo footage of incidents across the river at the can be an excellent Lenah Valley RSL after training tool. teaming up with the “Those sorts of venue to score a $2000 things will certainly help TASkeno Community us get better at what we Fund Package. do.” Cambridge Volun- The Cambridge teer Fire Brigade leading Volunteer Fire Brigade fi refi ghter and treasurer is the latest Tasmanian Chris Ryan said the organisation to bene- Lenah Valley RSL was fi t from the TASkeno “a community-based or- Community Fund, a ganisation that displayed statewide initiative the same values we do.” which each month He said several awards community members of the brigade groups $1,500 in cash attended the RSL’s An- to put towards things zac Day dawn services like new equipment, prior to 2015, when the major events and brigade helped con- activities, as well as a struct Cambridge’s own $500 voucher to use in war memorial. the TASkeno venue that Mr Ryan – whose nominates them. father Don is patron “Since the TASke- of the RSL – said the no Community Fund funding would go launched it has been Pictured front, Lenah Valley towards buying new wonderful to see the RSL patron and life member equipment that would many different clubs Don Ryan OAM, left , and Cambridge Volunteer Fire Bri- help the 18-member and organisations that gade 4th offi cer Tony Schultz brigade both during inci- have put their sponsor- with, behind from left , Cam- dent responses and at its ship packages to such bridge Volunteer Fire Bridge weekly Monday night good use,” network leading fi refi ghter Chris Ryan training. gaming customer and and Lenah Valley RSL life “The Tasmania Fire marketing manager member Michael Lewis. Service funds volunteer Justin Voss said. To nominate a brigades quite well and “There is a real need worthy sporting or provide the essential in local communities for community group for equipment, so we don’t ongoing support and funding, visit your local want for much,” he said. it’s great that TASkeno TASkeno venue or go to “We fundraise to buy and the local hotels can www.taskeno.com.au/ non-essential items that help.” nominate.

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Stepping out for Pram Push 2019

efforts. “I am excited to take The world is the challenge and show my commitment to the Small Steps program,” Mr Stubley said. “I invite everyone to her oyster join me on this challenge, and to register for the but I’d never considered Great Southern Pram Push actually doing it,” Lanny today.” said. Aimed at mothers “When Stacey fi rst aged under 25 who lack came up to me I thought appropriate accommo- that she was asking me to dation or a supportive move out of the way, be- environment, Small Steps cause the store was really (www.hobartcitymission. crowded and my school org.au/small-steps) has 11 bag was quite big. Parti cipants at the 2018 Great Southern Pram Push. self-contained apartments “But she gave me her GRAB your pals, pram or colleagues and then hit to the lives of these young where mums can live for business card and asked pooch and push yourself the pavement, racking up mums.” up to two years while hon- me questions about to take 10,000 steps a day thousands of steps and Hobart City Mission ing their life and parenting modelling. in February, helping young keeping track of their chief executive offi cer skills. “The next day I went local mums take some daily totals via the event’s John Stubley is committed The program has to the workshop, so small steps of their own. website. to the cause, challenging helped more than 50 it was just really good The Hobart City “We will be holding a DJ Motors executive direc- local mums transition to timing.” Mission’s annual fundrais- number of walking meet- tor James Johns, TasCOSS independent living since In mid-January, Lanny ing campaign, the Great ups during the fortnight to chief executive offi cer starting in 2014. and her parents travelled Southern Pram Push help participants meet oth- Kym Goodes and Depart- But it receives no to Adelaide to spend a (to be held from 11-24 er local participants and ment of Communities ongoing government fund- week developing her February), raises vital funds to create a great sense of Tasmania secretary Ginna ing, only able to operate modelling skills with for the Small Steps live-in community,” Hobart City Webster to join him to thanks to donations from AZALEA, including run- support program for Mission marketing and walk to the top of Mount the community. way training and taking young mothers and their communications coordina- Wellington on 1 March. For more information part in six photoshoots. babies. tor Anita Wheeler said. The walk will be or to register for the Great “Because they were Pram Push partici- “Even though it is followed by a community Southern Pram Push, visit my fi rst photoshoots, I pants obtain sponsorship something so simple, it barbecue at Montrose www.greatsouthernpram- learned a lot from the Local teen Lanny Lutt rell has been scouted by South Australian from family, friends and will make a huge impact Park to celebrate their different photographers, push.com.au. modelling agency AZALEA Models. like how to move fl uidly THE glitz and glamour 16. and do different poses,” HOBART REPERTORY THEATRE SOCIETY PROUDLY PRESENTS of the catwalk is calling a In Hobart in late Lanny said. local teenager, who has November to scout “I got quite confi dent signed with an Adelaide local talent at a series of by the end of it.” THE IMPORTANCE agency to help launch her modelling workshops, And Ms Hendrickson career. Ms Hendrickson noticed is confi dent that Lanny St Michael’s Col- 177-centimetre Lan- can become a catwalk legiate student Lanny ny’s unique look in the star in the coming years. Luttrell, who recently Elizabeth Street Mall one “The results of these turned 14, has signed evening. shoots are outstanding, with South Australian Ms Hendrickson they really show how modelling agency AZAL- approached and asked much potential she has EA Models after being Lanny - who dances at for an international mod- discovered late last year Janina’s Model Work- elling career,” she said. by agency owner Stacey shop in Hobart fi ve days “I still pinch myself Hendrickson. a week - if she’d ever that we crossed paths in But Lanny, who thought about modelling, Hobart. begins grade nine this and if she would attend “Lanny is already month, will focus on that weekend’s work- gaining a lot of interest her education for the shops. from agencies in Sydney next two years before “People had told me and I think once she is exploring her modelling before that I have the old enough, the world is O F B E I N G potential when she turns height for modelling, going to be her oyster.” WRITTEN BY DIRECTED BY OSCAR BENEDICTA WILDE MCGEOWN

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So much more than Try a new travel way just a “quick fix” BICYCLE Network is Back In Motion gearing up to launch Book online for Hobart on Murray its free “Pedal Power” e-bike trial sessions during your Free Initial 221 Murray Street Tasmanian Bike Week, to Assessment 6231 3939 held in the fi rst week of March. backinmotion.com.au © January 2018 BIM Management Services. “We held two electric bicycle expos in Hobart last year and got an overwhelmingly positive response from people who tried an e-bike for the fi rst time,” Tasmani- an spokesperson Alison Hetherington said. “We’re encouraging people to try an e-bike because they have the potential to get older riders back on a bike and are a viable transport op- tion for all people whose trips are 15 kilometres and under. The Bicycle Network will launch its free e-bike trial sessions during Tasmanian Bike Week in March. Photo credit: Robert Gavin. “Thanks to the several bike rides offered in, with the company of panied by an adult. annual Super Tuesday generosity of some of our during Bike Week, includ- a group. Enter near the old count. members, we have a cou- ing the popular Women The free Bicycle Vodaphone building off This data is used by ple of e-bikes available on Wheels ride on Network Treasure Hunt Huntingfi eld Avenue, local councils to help plan for people to go on a ride Sunday 3 March, which is on Sunday 3 March will following the signs, for a bicycle infrastructure and with a volunteer e-bike moving to Ranelagh after keep the mountain bike 2pm registration and pre- also demonstrates the use FULLERS BOOKSHOP rider in our Pedal Power a few years rolling out of loving youngsters happy. hunt briefi ng. of new facilities. The Penguin Lessons by Tom sessions. Howrah. 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10 Hobart Observer February 2019 Pet Talk Community News Giving “A Farming through the ages TAKE a steam-powered trip through history at this year’s Heritage Farming Expo, with everything Paw Up” from antiquated appli- ances to cutting-edge equipment on display at Cambridge in early March. Hosted by the Hobart Vintage Machinery Soci- ety, the expo will feature the biggest and best display of vintage machin- ery seen in the south in several years, along with an array of farming-relat- ed demonstrations and activities. “All five machinery clubs in Tasmania are going to come down and join in the event, so it’s the biggest machinery exhibition in southern Tas- mania,” Heritage Farming Expo liaison officer Phil Brooke said. “The theme for this Clinton Lucas, right, and his father Nic with their vintage hay press, which will be in working order at the upcoming Heritage year is ‘then and now’, Farming Expo. so we’re going to have Oatlands with his bullock Tickets are $10 for workshop – restoring an years old. displays of really old team to do ploughing adults and $5 for children, old McDonald Pavement “It hasn’t been easy, a machinery and not-so-old demonstrations; the or $25 for a family. Roller owned by the lot of parts were missing machinery to compare Tasmanian Draught Horse Money raised will Tasmanian Transport or broken,” Mr Brooke with the new machinery Association in coming support Riding for the Museum. said. Labor Member for Elwick Josh Willie, left, with A Paw Up that does those jobs today. along; a blacksmith shop Disabled, Kalang. The roller required “And nobody really founder Deb Conley and Mozart. “It looks like for the is being built, and we’re Although the Hobart extensive work on its knew the concept behind first time ever we’re going catering for the kids with Vintage Machinery engine, which had several how it ignited the fuel, HOMELESSNESS has “I have heard this to get three steam engines an animal nursery and Society members have badly worn or damaged because there’s not many risen by 21 per cent directly from Tasmani- there. hayrides.” been busy preparing their parts. of them around.” over the past five years. ans living rough on the “There’ll be a tradi- The Heritage Farming machines and displays for The task was made But perseverance paid But it’s not just peo- streets, some of whom tional haystack, which you Expo will be held at 761 the expo, they have still more difficult by the lack off and the society mem- ple who are struggling have made the choice don’t see these days, for Richmond Road, Cam- found time to work on of information available bers eventually got the without a roof over to reject secure housing the chaff cutting; Brian bridge from 10am to 4pm a special project in their about the machine, which engine running, for the their head – pets are for the simple reason Fish is coming down from on 2-3 March. Hobart Showgrounds is believed to be up to 80 first time in 40 years. going without too. that their pet was not Through the gen- permitted on the lease.” erosity of community A Paw Up is helping donations, local charity to meet a need, with ‘A Paw Up’ is helping the community already Combating back to Interfaith festival seeks Tasmanian pet owners embracing the initiative. who are at risk or expe- “Within the first two riencing homelessness. weeks of having the bin school congestion A Paw Up was start- at Josh’s office, it was to bridge the gap METRO Tasmania will tion, along with other ed by Deb Conley after filled to capacity,” Ms again offer Hobart com- options like carpooling she met a homeless Conley said. by several musical and muters free travel before and walking and cycling man living rough on the “It is predominantly cultural performances 7am to combat the for shorter trips.” street and struggling to dogs and cats that we from a variety of Hobart congestion associated Ms Morse said de- feed both himself and require donations for, groups. with the return to school mand for Metro services his dog. however I have known In addition, a selec- period. mirrored wider travel Ms Conley imme- of reptiles who have tion of locally prepared Passengers can travel patterns, with a highly diately bought some sought out our help foods and refreshments free in the Hobart urban concentrated rush period pet food for the dog, too.” will be available. area on Metro services from around 7.30am to wondering how many A Paw Up collects There will also be a before 7am on business 8am, but lots of capacity others were in a similar donations of food, blan- mini expo of some of days from 29 January to available on either side situation. kets, toys, collars and the spiritual groups cur- 22 February 2019. of the peak. The office of Josh leads for distribution rently meeting in Hobart. Metro chief execu- “While this campaign Willie MLC has recently across the state. The festival is spear- tive officer Megan Morse is focused on commut- become a donation In donating, the headed by a local initi- said the initiative was ers, we also encourage drop off point for the funds are not only help- ative of “interfaithers”, an important step in families to reconsider the northern suburbs. ing out a furry friend, it a growing movement minimising the conges- school drop off, which “Having a loyal pet is reminding their owner of people who believe tion Hobart had come we know is a significant by your side is of great that someone cares. religion still has some- to expect at this time of contributor to traffic, comfort when experi- For more informa- thing positive to offer the year. and encourage students 1 Day Interfaith Festival director Julian McGarry. encing tough times,” Mr tion, visit the ‘A Paw Up’ world in an age of confu- “We’re encouraging who will be travelling Willie said. Facebook page. sion, doubt, polarisation those who are willing with Metro to check for A FAMILY-FRIENDLY and happiness. of views, and global and able to try some- changes to services as free event to be held The theme of the climate change. thing different, even one term one resumes.” in Hobart this month is festival is: “In today’s The 1 Day Interfaith day a week, to do so The free travel in- seeking to bridge the gap troubled world, how Festival will be held at for a more comfortable centive is in addition to between religions. can religious peace, the Hobart Town Hall on-board experience and Metro’s existing Green- The ‘1 Day Interfaith unity, and harmony be from 10am to 5pm on reliable travel time,” she card fares, which reward Festival’ is an interfaith achieved?” Saturday 23 February. said. passengers who board outreach event that This will be dis- For more informa- “Most cars only have in the quieter off-peak celebrates the diversity cussed by speakers from tion, visit www.1dayin- one person in them, period with significantly and richness of human the Christian, Hindu, terfaithfestival.com or meaning each bus can discounted travel. spirituality and the Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist, contact festival director take up to 60 cars off For details, timetables world’s faith traditions, Bahai, and Aboriginal Julian McGarry on 0401 the road, and making and more information, while also promoting communities. 673 016 or email julian- Metro a crucial part of visit www.metrotas.com. the human need for These presentations [email protected]. the solution to conges- au or phone 13 22 01. transcendence, peace, will be interspersed 11

Hobart Observer February 2019 11 A FINANCIAL MOMENT WOMEN AND Identify scams – SUPERANNUATION staying safe in 2019 need for women to leave the paid workforce in order to have children and care for others. While Government action is re- quired to address the issue on a wider scale, I’d encourage businesses to take a progressive stance where they can. National advocacy body Women in Super has recommended a five- step plan to help close the gender super gap.

This includes: 1. Giving low income earners an annual contribution of $1000 from age 25 for those with super balanc- By Wayne Davy es under $100,000. Chief executive officer 2. Removing delays to increasing Tasplan Super employer super contributions. 3. Removing the rule that those IN late 2018, Hydro Tasmania an- earning less than $450 each month nounced that it’ll start making super don’t receive super. payments for employees on unpaid 4. Paying super on parental leave. Photo credit John Schnobrich. parental leave, in addition to 12 5. Measuring and publishing the super weeks of paid parental leave offered gap each year to inform legislative By Hank Jongen and SMS to send im- We will never ask you information to the scam- to primary carers. decisions. Department of Human portant information, but to reply to these emails mer, you should: It’s encouraging to see organisa- Services messages from us won’t or SMS messages. tions stepping up to tackle the super While the trend looks set to include your name or If you receive a suspi- • Call our Scams and gender gap issue and creating a fair continue without timely change at AS we move into the contact details. cious email or SMS from Identity Theft Helpdesk working environment, because small a federal level, these steps provide new year, it’s important someone claiming to be on 1800 941 126 as changes like this can have a significant a positive framework for achieving to be know how to pro- It may include: us, you should not open soon as possible. impact on women when they reach gender equality in the workplace. tect yourself from scams. it, click on any links or • Requests and remind- • Write down as much retirement. Scammers can be reply to the sender. ers to attend appoint- information about the A 30-year-old woman earning an In the meantime, I’d encourage very convincing. They ments. scam as possible. annual salary of $50,000 for example, women to: may send emails, SMS What to do if you think can lose up to $77,000 in retirement messages or make phone • Notification of pay- you’ve been scammed: savings from having six years out of • Check their super balance and calls pretending to be ments. There are a few For more information the workforce and with more than take steps to ensure their super is from our department. • Confirmation of hang-c things you can do if about current scams and 70 per cent of childcare in Australia working for them. Unfortunately, scam- es to your details. they think you’ve been where to get more help, performed by women, it’s something • Review their account details and mers can target people at • Notification of new scammed by someone visit humanservices.gov. almost all will experience. combine multiple super accounts any time. letters in your myGov pretending to be us. au/scams. Imagine how it would feel to into one. However, there are a inbox. If you gave personal reach retirement age only to discover • Explore the possibility of making few ways to help identify you have half the super balance of additional contributions, reviewing whether it’s really us con- your male counterparts and are ex- investment options and seeking tacting you or actually a pected to live out what you thought financial advice. scam. would be your best days on a shoe- string budget. We all have important women Phone calls: The reality is, 40 per cent of in our lives and I’m sure you’ll agree We do make phone retired women live in poverty. that we want to see them enjoy both calls to people but unless By the Association of Superan- equality in the workplace as well as a you are expecting a call Changing jobs? nuation Funds of Australia 2018 comfortable retirement. from us, it’s best to be retirement standards, a single female So, it’s time we took the onus off cautious. needs $545,000 to retire comfortably, women and put some pressure on You should ask for Don't leave your super behind. which is under $100,000 less than our decision makers to make super the caller’s name and the $640,000 needed for a couple, fair for women. contact details, and then leaving single women at a much call them back to check greater risk of experiencing housing *Wayne Davy is chief executive the caller is from our stress and homelessness in retirement. officer at Tasplan Super, a Tasmanian department. The gap in retirement savings based profit-for-members super fund tasplan.com.au/changing-jobs among women is the culmination which has $8 billion under manage- Emails and SMS: of a lifetime of lower wages and the ment and 138,000 members. We also use email

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12 Hobart Observer February 2019 FEBRUARY FITNESS COMMUNITY DIARY A HOBART ROSTRUM CLUBS ARPA Learn to speak with Operating for more than 30 confi dence. Our coaches years. Social activities for and members help you people retiring or retired. develop your skills: St David’s The ultimate Regular bus trips, Sunday Cathedral, Macquarie St, lunches, Ausmas and 1pm Tuesdays. RACT 3rd Christmas lunches. Activities fl oor café, Murray St, 7.20am include rambling, bushwalking, Wednesdays. New Sydney social tennis, bi-monthly Hotel upstairs, Bathurst St, meetings with speaker at 1pm Thursdays. Makers wellness expo ALMAS, 17 Alma Street, Space, St Johns Park, New Bellerive at 10.30am. Contact Town, 7.15pm Thursdays. Doris 6272 3525. www.rostrum.com.au or Ph. 6234 6672. F FREE COURSE: L CHOOSE TO BE CALM LENAH VALLEY RSL A course on thinking positively Monday to Friday, 4pm to and including an introduction close. Saturday 2pm to to a simple form of meditation. close. Sunday 3pm to close. THE BENEFITS The program offers an Wednesday and Saturdays opportunity to develop we have out Meat Spin nights personal powers for a calm starting at 6.15pm. Ten weekly and positive approach to life. prizes to be won. OF EXERCISE Offered at Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre, 51 Risdon Rd, New Town over four M FOR KIDS continuous Saturdays from MASTERS ATHLETICS 2 February to 23 February, Come and try athletics for By Glenorchy Health and Fitness from 2pm-3.30pm. Bookings the over 30’s in a relaxed, required. Please ring Alice friendly atmosphere. 1. It strengthens the heart. Developing By West Moonah Com- mortality or grieving for to reduce food waste, gut on 6278 3788 or Helen on Running, walking, jumping munity House lost loved ones. health and how to be sun 6244 8362 or email hobart@ a stronger and more effi cient heart and throwing at the Domain There will be smart. au.brahmakumaris.org through regular exercise can help to Athletic Centre from October THIS year brings our something for everyone Kids will love the in- ward off heart disease later in life. to March. Program at www. sixth annual Wellness – the conventional to the door and outdoor activity Considering heart disease is the biggest FREE COURSE: INNER tasmastersathletics.org.au. Expo returning to Princes alternative, large organisa- areas, face painting and PEACE, INNER POWER Phone: Mike Walker 0428 376 killer in Australia, this should be a good Wharf 1 on Saturday 2 tions to small businesses, jumping castle. Learn to create thoughts and 741 or Email: tasmasterssec@ enough reason on it’s own. March – and it’s free. preventative to treatment. Enjoy the delicious feelings of peace and power. gmail.com Australian Rotary Get a free health healthy food for sale, the Meditation taught by BKs is a 2. It reduces blood sugar levels. Diabetes Health and the West check-up on the day, TripleM live broadcast in simple, practical way to learn is on the rise among our younger Moonah Community including blood pressure, the morning and roving how to focus your thoughts N populati on, so exercise is a great way House are proud to be hearing, BMI and more. entertainment during the and re-connect with your NATIONAL SENIORS to reduce your child’s risk. Exercise holding this lively and in- Be inspired to keep day. own inner peace. Offered AUSTRALIA HOBART helps to stop sugar accumulati ng in the formative opportunity for fi t with fabulous foods, Stroll, chat, learn and at the Brahma Kumaris BRANCH blood, which is one of the causes of you to discover providers natural walking, and yoga discover at your own Meditation Centre, 51 Risdon and services available to and see some fabulous leisure. Rd, New Town over four Meets at the Royal Yacht diabetes. improve your health and products including Stalls are interactive continuous Mondays from Club of Tasmania, Marieville wellbeing. cosmetics, crafts, essential and there will be heaps of 4 February to 25 February, Esplanade, Sandy Bay on the 3. It strengthens bones. Everyone knows Hobart is full of oils, clothing, skin care freebies and special offers. from 7pm-8.15pm. Bookings fourth Monday of the month that exercise strengthens our muscles, vibrant, passionate busi- and cooking. The enthusiastic required. Please ring Alice on from 10am-12noon. Guest but did you know that it strengthens nesses and organisations Discover more stallholders are here 6278 3788 or email hobart@ speakers, outings raffl e. Cost bones too? Growing kids can benefi t striving to contribute about our local medical to help you make a au.brahmakumaris.org $8 for morning tea. Members from an increase in bone density to the wellbeing of our centres, allied health difference to your life and visitors welcome. Please contact Mary 0448 259 747. through exercise. community, but it can services, nurses, screening and they welcome your be diffi cult to fi nd out programs and disease questions and interest, so H NEW TOWN CROQUET 4. It improves energy levels. Okay, we’re exactly what services are support organisations. make the most of having HOBART around and whether they Informative and them there to chat to on CLUB well aware that someti mes it feels like EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD suit your needs. entertaining free talks will the day. Welcome new members and your litt le ones have an abundance of Meet at Lenah Valley Baptist Stallholders will offer inspire and empower you Grab the kids or Centre, 2 Pottery Rd, Lenah those wishing to try croquet. energy (especially in comparison to us), information on services to cultivate your wellbe- some friends and join Valley every Thursday 10am We are situated in a beautiful but exercise is going to give your kids aimed at the whole spec- ing. us from 10am-3pm on -12.30pm and 7pm-9.30pm. environment in Creek Road the energy to get through their school trum of our community Learn about effective Saturday 2 March. New members and beginners behind the Netball courts. day in a way that playing on an iPad from newborns, children self-care strategies, how to To see a full list of welcome. Ph 6272 6122. Coaching is available and won’t. and teens right through reduce your environmen- stallholders or for more all you need to bring is to the inevitable ageing tal stress, make addi- information, visit www. HOBART FILM SOCIETY yourself and soft soled shoes. Games are played Tuesday, period and facing our tive-free foods, strategies taswellnessexpo.com. More than 50 free members- 5. It improves emoti onal wellbeing. A Wednesday, Thursday and only screenings a year at parents greatest wish is for their kids Saturday. For enquiries please www.taswellnessexpo.com 7.30pm, discounts at other to be happy, so if they’re going to be phone Gaylene 0419 329 337. cinemas. Quality fi lms feeling great aft er exercise, so are we. F F from all periods of cinema history. Philip Smith Theatre, Now you’re all over the benefi ts of exercise R R Edward Street, Glebe. 12 T for your child, why not try out our Fit Kidz months $47, concessions for TASMANIAN AMPUTEE program? couples, seniors, students etc. SOCIETY E March 2 E They can have a fun and varied 10-week hobartfi lmsociety.com.au or To connect with the society program trying out a heap of diff erent gym E E 6231 3581. or for further information, the acti viti es with other kids aged eight to 12. southern Tasmanian contact Email info@glenorchyhealthandfi tness. 10 - 3 HOBART LADIES is Tim Marks: phone 1300 782 231. com.au or phone us on 6272 4849 for more BADMINTON informati on or to secure a spot for your child. ASSOCIATION E E STBA Hall, 101 Cascade TASSIE ROCKERS Road, South Hobart, DANCE CLUB N N Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Every Wednesday at the Thursdays 9.20am-12pm. Derwent City Bowls 7pm- T T Email secretaryhlba@gmail. 10pm. Suitable for all ages com or phone 0407 766 054 and family friendly. Ph. 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14 Hobart Observer February 2019 Community News Sport Fruity treat for our hardworking ambos Sport clubs to A HANDFUL of bubbly residents at Eureka Glenorchy Gardens sen- benefi t from ior’s rental village made it their mission recently to reward the hardworking paramedics at Ambu- new physical lance Tasmania. Eureka Glenorchy Gardens village manager Lyn Lovett organised a activity grants special gift hamper burst- ing with fresh fruit for the ambos at Ambulance Tasmania’s Melville Street station. The hamper was a token of appreciation for the busy work they do in the community, facing daily challenges work- ing on the emergency frontline. Ms Lovett said the hamper “went down an absolute treat.” Having managed Eu- Eureka Glenorchy Gardens residents drop off a fruit hamper to paramedics at Ambulance Tasmania’s Melville Street stati on. reka Glenorchy Gardens for the past 12 years, she hardworking paramedics Ambulance Tas- “greatly appreciated” the local paramedics from said she couldn’t count when they’re on the mania chief executive thoughtful gesture and the residents of Eureka the number of ambu- run.” Neil Kirby said he message of support for Glenorchy Gardens. lance crews called to the village at all hours to help senior residents. LOCAL Liberal Senator sport. “We are truly grateful Eric Abetz is calling on “We know just how for the service they per- Tasmanians asked to help by sport and physical activ- important sport and form in the community,” ity providers in Hobart physical activity is to she said. to apply for funding for helping both children “I can say with hand a national $28.9 million and adults lead a happy, on heart that I’ve never conserving water during fi res program aimed at en- healthy life,” he said. met a more compassion- couraging Australians to “Our goal is to get TASWATER is asking water available for the McConnon said. On total fi re ban days, ate group of professionals get more active. more Australians more Tasmanians to avoid Tasmania Fire Service “We also ask people Tasmanians are encour- who are so humble The Liberal Govern- active, more often. non-essential water use and residents defending in areas not under threat aged to reduce their and caring and possess ment’s Sport Participation “I encourage eligible during Total Fire Ban their homes from fi re.” from fi res to conserve water use by: an amazing ability to Grants program is this organisations to consider days and while bushfi res The Tasmania Fire water during a Total Fire offer reassurance when month enabling national impactful ways to inno- are threatening commu- Service advises property Ban. • Turning off all sprinkler a person is at their most sporting organisations, vate with new programs, nities across the state. owners to consider alter- “This helps us if we systems, including vulnerable.” national sporting organi- or enhance existing phys- “Our systems are native water sources as need to provide water automatic sprinkler Ms Lovett said they sations for people with a ical activity initiatives that working at full capacity, mains water may not be for fi refi ghters or cart systems. loved to support local disability, plus non-gov- will improve the lives but people on a reticu- available at times of fi re. water to nearby commu- • Where possible, community groups that ernment and local gov- of all Aussies across the lated supply really need TasWater encourages nities.” restricting hose use made a difference. ernment organisations to Hobart area. to reassess how they are everyone to heed this Residents in areas at to essential purposes “We will now be reg- apply for grants that will “We need help to using water,” TasWater’s advice and seek out in- risk of fi re may notice such as fi refi ghting or ularly dropping off fruit make a genuine impact get adults to fi nd their Mark McConnon said. formation from www.fi re. lower water pressure due prevention. hampers to Ambulance on the level of activity of 30 minutes of exercise “We understand peo- tas.gov.au when prepar- to extra demand. • Rescheduling chores Tasmania stations, while everyday Australians in a day, and children to ple want to protect their ing a personal bushfi re It is unlikely TasWater that require water, also sharing our local har- the community. reach the 60 minutes properties, but we would plan. can improve pressure such as watering plants, vest of apricots, peaches, Senator Abetz per day recommended encourage everyone to “Our treatment or fl ow while demand washing windows or apples and nectarines urged sporting groups by the Department of make sure they use water plants and pipelines are remains high. vehicles to a day that when they’re in season,” and local government Health.” effi ciently and do not also at risk in areas of Anyone evacuating isn’t a Total Fire Ban. she said. organisations to create Applications are now exceed what is identifi ed fi re activity and while their homes should turn “This is our small way or enhance programs open and will close on in their personal bushfi re we do everything we off taps or hoses before For more information of saying thank you to that would help attract 18 February. plan. can to prepare for such leaving to ensure water on conserving water our ambos and we hope people across a wide For more informa- “Fire conditions are emergencies, we cannot is available to fi refi ghters during a Total Fire Ban, that our regular fresh range of age, ability and tion, visit www.sportaus. expected to continue guarantee our facilities and neighbours protect- visit www.taswater.com. fruit hamper drops will location to participate gov.au/grants_and_fund- and it is critical we have will not be affected,” Mr ing homes. au/fi reban. make a difference to the in physical activity and ing/participation. 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One of the many OHA families that will be celebrati ng the club’s 100th birthday this year, from left , John, Sarah, David, Robyn, Sam and fi ve-year-old James at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre. 100 YEARS OF OHA HOCKEY THE OHA Hockey Club is launched at the start of the The club is planning to starting value of $100. 100th year is celebrated in doesn’t miss the opportunity celebrating its centenary in 2020 season. have an “entire club” photo A live auction will style and involves current to be a part of this impor- 2019 – and has planned a An OHA club day will taken during the club day feature 10 major items of and past members and tant event.” number of events to mark be held on Saturday 29 June that will feature prominently signifi cance. friends of our club,” he said. The 2019 southern the historic and important at the Tasmanian Hockey in the centenary book. OHA president David “Spreading the word hockey season will com- occasion. Centre (THC) during which There will also be a McCambridge said OHA about the celebrations is mence on the weekend of A centenary gala dinner all senior men’s and wom- “huge but casual” social had a proud history worthy critically important to en- 16 March. has been booked for PW1 en’s teams will play games. event at the THC that of celebrating. courage maximum participa- For more information on 19 October and a 100- This has not happened evening to celebrate the “A centenary sub-com- tion on and off the fi eld. about OHA’s centenary year history book is being for some time as games are club’s achievement, featuring mittee has been working “We are working hard celebrations, please contact written by life member normally played across the a centenary auction that will behind the scenes for nearly to ensure that everyone Chris Sargent at 100years@ Robyn McCambridge, to be whole weekend. include 100 prizes with a four years to ensure our knows what’s happening and ohahockeyclub.com.au Golf Day drives support for local charity THE Claremont Golf Course will once again be swarming with sport- ing identities, golfers and hackers on Good Friday for the Muscular Dys- trophy Tasmania (MDT) Golf Day. There is a long tradition of fundraising on this day, becoming a much-needed event for the volunteer organisa- tion. MDT president Mick Peters said this year’s event was building on the momentum from 2018. “Michael O’Loughlin will be back as the MDT Parti cipants gathered at Claremont Golf Club for ambassador, along with the 2018 Muscular Dystrophy Tasmania Golf Day. other regular faces,” he said. anticipated by players. providing entertainment Saville, David Charles- auction.” and RHH Children’s Muscular Dystrophy Tas- “In addition, we are “John X and the team throughout the day. worth and Darren Clark Last year’s event Ward. mania on mdtasmania@ working on a big-name from the Bawdy Pantos “Our organising com- are putting the fi nishing raised almost $19,000 Team places are limit- outlook.com or phone new face as guest speak- continue their support mittee of Vin Goldsmith, touches on our tradition- for MDT, Ronald Mc- ed, so people wishing to 0408 688 402 or 0400 er, which is always hotly for the event and will be Darren Eiszele, Eddie al sporting memorabilia Donald House Hobart enter are asked to email 877 137. 16

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