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VOL 21 NO 8 SEPTEMBER 2019 www.brightoncommunitynews.com.au Our school plan backed THE Brighton community rior rural site on the out- has given strong support skirts of Brighton. for the development of the While claiming the Edu- new $30-million Brighton cation Department’s consul- High School on the site of tation was “blue sky”, with the School Farm in the all site options on the table, centre of Brighton. by then announcing just Independent polling and three site options it was the community response to apparent that the State Gov- the Education Department’s ernment and officials had consultation on the location already removed the School of the high school point to Farm site from considera- a strong preference for it to tion. be built on the current site This was strongly criti- of the Jordan River Learning cised by attendees at the Federation’s School Farm in meeting and the Education the centre of Brighton. Department officials had The extensive poll, cov- difficulty in defending the ering the Brighton munici- decision, other than to say pality and conducted by the government had com- respected independent poll- mitted to improving the sters Myriad Research dur- School Farm on the current ing August, showed almost site. 60 percent of respondents in The three sites under favour of the high school government consideration being developed on the are the Pontville Park sports School Farm site and the grounds, the Racecourse farm being moved to Road/Seymour Street recre- About 100 residents and community members, including Minister for Education Jeremy Rockliff, Opposition Leader Rebecca White, Mayor Tony Foster Brighton’s outskirts. ation ground and a residen- and a number of Brighton councillors, attended the Education Department’s consultation session. Just 31 percent sup- tial-zoned greenfield site on ported the State Govern- the corner of Elderslie and Residents pointed to would lose its capacity to earmarked for future resi- and installing services for of the meeting was that the ment’s options, with less Brighton Roads. serious deficiencies sur- secure the future recre- dential development. the three sites selected, res- School Farm should be than 10 percent either Deputy Premier and rounding the sites being ational needs of Tasmania’s In an impassioned idents were concerned there moved to suitable available unsure or unconcerned. Education Minister Jeremy considered. They were con- fastest-growing population. defence of Brighton’s sport- would be insufficient funds farming land on Brighton’s At a well-attended com- Rockliff, Opposition Leader cerned that Brighton’s The Elderslie road site ing and recreational facili- left in the budget to con- outskirts. munity meeting on August Rebecca White, Brighton sporting, recreational and would need to be purchased ties, Cr Peter Geard said he struct the high school. Brighton Mayor Tony 13, residents spoke strongly Mayor Tony Foster and a community facilities would and water and sewerage ser- would move to take the gov- They questioned why Foster said the community in favour of building the number of Brighton coun- be compromised or lost if vices installed, eroding the ernment as far as the High the meeting wasn’t pre- meeting, attended by about high school in the centre of cillors attended the meeting the new high school was to $30-million construction Court if it moved to acquire sented with site options for 100 people, was a valuable town and moving the Jor- and witnessed the strength be developed on either the budget. the Pontville Park or Race- the relocation of the School exercise and provided the dan River Learning Federa- of the local community feel- Pontville Park or Racecourse As well, it would signifi- course Road sports grounds. Farm as part of the process. opportunity for Mr Rockliff tion School Farm to a supe- ing. Road sites and that Brighton cantly reduce a site already With costs of acquiring The overwhelming view Continued Page 4 Poll strongly supports farm Brighton site for our new high school Council
INDEPENDENT polling of the Farm allowing for its redevelopment and Brighton municipality strongly sup- Option % growth in a more appropriate rural loca- ports the promised Brighton High total tion. School being developed on the current The new Brighton high school The government’s view is that the new site of the Jordan River Learning Fed- located on the existing School high school is best located on one of the Free Hard and Green Waste eration School Farm and the farm Farm site next to the primary 59.2 three potential sites – close to or within Next collection ee e innin being moved to rural land on the school, with the School Farm existing sporting and recreational facilities town’s outskirts. moved to a rural location close or on a greenfield site close to the town cen- Tuesday Decem er 3 2019 This poll was commissioned by to the Brighton township tre, with the School Farm continuing at Brighton Council to provide an objective its current location. Bri hton Council provides a FREE HARD & GREEN WASTE collection assessment of community sentiment on The new Brighton high school The government has proposed three service to help residents dispose of un anted items and reen aste the location of the new Brighton High located at one of the proposed possible locations for the new high school: 31.0 Waste must e placed on the nature strip the ni ht prior to the a ove delivery and School and the existing Jordan River State Government sites, with the • On the existing sporting and recre- must e a le to e lifted safely y t o men Learning Federation School Farm, School Farm remaining in its ation grounds at Pontville. including relative support for nominated current location • Next to existing recreation facilities All items such as tree ranches and cuttin s must e tied in 20 or less undles options for both schools. Unsure/don’t know 4.8 in Racecourse Road. and a maximum of 1 5m in len th and 20cm in diameter The telephone survey of Brighton • On the corner of Elderslie Road and Loose material must e a ed Items such as ru le soil roc s and Council residents was conducted by Don’t mind/don’t care 5.0 Brighton Road. concrete ill not e collected Commercial aste ill also not e collected respected Tasmanian pollsters Myriad Research during August this year. various times and days to maximise the Myriad Research reported a clear HARD WASTE AND GREEN WASTE MUST BE KEPT SEPARATE opportunity for all qualified residents majority of survey respondents in favour The total survey sample of 419 Total volume of items must not exceed 2m3 respondents (50 percent from Brighton to be included in the survey sample. of the School Farm site option (close to and 50 percent from other parts of the All respondents were read the fol- 60 percent of total) compared with a sig- Brighton municipality) broadly reflected lowing concise outline before question- nificantly lower support for the govern- lease do not endan er Council staff y leavin out ro en lass as estos or the population profile of the Brighton ing: ment option (just over 30 percent of chemicals This free service is availa le only to residents ho currently receive municipality for area, age group and total), with 10 percent not favouring er side collection gender and provides statistically valid Brighton Council is of the view that either option. outcomes for the target population – the new high school is best located on the The relative levels of support are For more information on this service phone Bri hton Council on 6268 7000 Brighton municipality permanent res- current School Farm site, next to the exist- summarised in the chart above. idents aged 18 years and over. ing primary school, with the redeveloped Levels of support for the School Knowledge of the proposed high School Farm located in a more rural loca- Farm option were similar for those living school development was high, with 87 tion and close to the Brighton township. in the Brighton township and those liv- percent of respondents familiar with the Council believes that a co-location of ing elsewhere in Brighton and marginally Email [email protected] debate and up to 93 percent awareness the primary and high school will be best stronger for female residents and those www.brighton.tas.gov.au in the Brighton township. for student access, transport and safety with children under 18 living at home. Interviewing was conducted over aspects, with a new location for the School Continued Page 4 2 Brighton Community News September 2019
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Published monthly by the Brighton Council. It is distributed to households and businesses Tony Foster (Mayor) PO Box 263 throughout the municipality. Brighton7030 Circulation: In excess of 9000. Tel: 0419 357 927 [email protected] Editorial: Ingrid Harrison Finance Committee (Chair), Southern Tas- Mobile 0418 342 450 manian Councils Association, Emergency Management Advisory Committee, Planning Authority, Heritage and email: Environment, Waste Management, TasWater (owner repre- [email protected] sentative, Civic Pride Consultative Group, Southern Tasma- nian Councils Association. Advertising queries: Cathy Harper Barbara Curran (Deputy Mayor) Brighton Council, 1 Daniel Place 1 Tivoli Road, Old Beach, TAS, 7017. Brighton 7030 Tel: 6268 1522 Ph 6268 7035 Fax 6268 7013 [email protected] Bill Arnol, Brighton Market manager, presents a cheque for $500 to Lions treasurer Katie Finance Committee (Deputy Chair), Parks email: Dermody. [email protected] and Recreation Committee (Deputy Chair), Heritage and Environment Committee (Chair), Waste Management Design & Typesetting: Facing Pages Committee (Deputy Chair), Planning Authority, Southern Lions get their share Tasmanian Councils Association (alternate), Brighton Pri- Printing: The Mercury, Hobart, TAS, 7000 mary School Council, Waste Strategy South (alternate rep- resentative), Taswater (deputy representative), Civic Pride October 2019 edition deadlines: Consultative Group, Remembrance Park Complex Consul- at monthly market tative Group (Chair). Editorial & Advertising: September 23 By REV CHRIS DUFF* beyond. the market, Bill Arnol, gen- Wayne Garlick There is always a smiling erously donated $500 46 Upton Drive FOR a few years now the face at the serving window towards our money raised Lions Club of Brighton has Honeywood 7017 and smiling faces on those for Veronika Davies. Tel: 0438 539 682 been running the kitchen at who buy a toasted sandwich, Last year the Lions Club the monthly Brighton Mar- [email protected] COUNCIL MEETING a cup of hot soup, a drink or of Brighton raised just over Finance Committee, Planning Authority, ket. maybe even something $3000 for Veronika’s new Lions volunteers staff the Heritage and Environment Committee, Waste Manage- DATES & TIMES sweeter. van. ment Committee, Gagebrook Primary School Council. cafe providing food, drinks I know the warmth of the So, if you feel like getting Meetin s for 2019 held t o n il ffi es 1 and snacks for both stall- Lions’ volunteers personally out on the first Sunday Peter Geard ivoli d ld e h. holders and market patrons. because I am at most mar- morning of the month, why 269 Elderslie Road The public is welcome to attend This service provided by kets myself with the Salt not drop into the Brighton Brighton 7030 Lions has many flow-on Anglican Church stall. Market? Tel: 6268 1143 / 0418 515 649 September benefits – it gives an oppor- I never miss the chance You can grab a little [email protected] tunity for Lions members to to drop in and say hello to something at the kitchen Parks and Recreation Committee (Chair), serve with joy (which is the r r c those who are working in the while you stroll through the Planning Authority, Heritage and Environment Committee September 7, Lions motto), to build kitchen. other stalls. (Deputy Chair), Old Council Chambers Users Group pm camaraderie, to enhance I also notice my teens The Brighton Lions (Chair), Emergency Management Advisory Committee, e c mm ttee community connections, love a toasted sanga or some members serving would love Hobart Fire Management Area Committee, Civic Pride September 10, feed the masses and raise a Consultative Group, Remembrance Park Complex Consul- pm chicken nuggets, or a soft to see you. modest amount of funds to drink when the weather is *Rev Chris Duff is a tative Group. c mm ttee support the work of Lions September 10 warmer. Brighton Lions board in our municipality and Leigh Gray pm Recently, the manager of member. 295 Elderslie Road Parks & Recreation Committee Brighton 7030 September 10, 5pm Tel: 6268 0704 0427 063 410 [email protected] CEH newsletter set to go Finance Committee, Parks and Recreation Agendas can be viewed at Council Offices four days Committee, Planning Authority (Chair), Waste Manage- before each meeting and online at ment Committee, Waste Strategy South (representative), www.brighton.tas.gov.au online for swifter delivery Cycling South, Remembrance Park Complex Consultative Group. By SHERYL RAINBIRD* and we’ll pop you on the list resources that can be better Moya Jeffries to get our news directly into spent on services to our local THE Centacare Evolve 37 Seymour St the palm of your hand (if community. 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Authorised by REBECCA WHITE, Parliament House, Hobart Brighton Community News September 2019 3 High school site in government’s hands THIS issue of Brighton close to Brighton. responsibility of the State grow for the future, which is mour Street/Racecourse It is extremely disap- Community News contains A MESSAGE FROM However, and despite all Government. why Council obtained them Road site would be a severe pointing that the government extensive coverage of the of our efforts and the strong Having done everything in the first place – to plan 50 blow to the very successful has rejected the Council and community meeting con- community view, the gov- possible to assist the govern- years ahead. Brighton Storm soccer club community view. It appears ducted by the Education ernment appears adamant ment to reach what we con- For example, Pontville is and other users of this space. to have closed its mind to Department on the devel- that the School Farm site is sider to be the best decision a unique sporting resource Not to mention that the site moving the School Farm to opment of the promised The Mayor off the table. for the education of our for the Brighton municipal- would appear too small by build the high school in the new Brighton High School, farm moving to a rural loca- The three sites presented young people and the future ity and southern Tasmania. the government’s own mea- centre of town. For reasons as well as the results of an tion on the outskirts of for the community’s consid- development of Brighton, As a result, we have been sure. that are difficult to under- independent poll of resi- eration are the existing sport- Council’s key responsibility able to secure $6 million in We want the new high Brighton. stand, it seems that this is dents on where the school Council has long been ing and recreation grounds now is to protect the sport- Commonwealth funding to school to be developed as now its immovable position. should be located. aware of this majority com- at Pontville, the recreation ing, recreation and commu- further upgrade facilities, soon as possible to cater for Having attended the munity view and we have facilities in Seymour nity facilities that are vital for particularly to cater for Brighton’s current and pro- Be that as it may, community meeting and done all that we can to pre- Street/Racecourse Road, or the current welfare and increased female participa- jected growth. Brighton Council will con- read the poll results it is sent this to the State Govern- land on the corner of Elder- imminent growth of the tion in sports such as cricket But these sporting, recre- tinue to work with the gov- apparent that the commu- ment and the Education slie and Brighton Roads. municipality. and football. ational and community facil- ernment to ensure that we nity view could not be Department. While Council and the We cannot allow the Any loss of this area ities are vital for our munic- get the best possible outcome clearer. For more than 12 community favour an alter- important sporting grounds would seriously impact on ipality’s wellbeing, health and for our community and that The people of the months we have presented native location, the reality is at Pontville to be compro- the successful growth of the future, and it would be fool- our sporting, recreational Brighton township and those all the arguments, tried to that despite all our represen- mised, nor the sports fields Brighton Cricket Club and hardy in the extreme to sac- and community facilities are in the wider municipality assist the department and tations, Council does not and community facilities at plans for the resurrection of rifice them now. protected. strongly believe that the new the government to reach the have the responsibility, Racecourse Road and Sey- the local senior football team, You can rest assured that high school should be built best decision for our com- power or ability to deter- mour Street. as well as on other users of Council will continue to fight on the current site of the Jor- munity and assisted by iden- mine the site of the new high With the fastest-growing the grounds. with all its resources to pro- dan River Learning Federa- tifying possible alternative school. population in Tasmania, Similarly, the govern- tect these assets for our com- Tony Foster AM OAM JP tion School Farm, with the sites for the School Farm The decision is the sole these facilities need room to ment’s selection of the Sey- munity. New GP Record spend clinic to on residential benefit Brighton development By LEIGH GRAY* Of the $55 million, $21 *Cr Leigh Gray is chairman million has been invested into THE 2018-19 financial year of Brighton Council’s the CEH developments. planning authority. residents is done and dusted and it’s It is pleasing to see CEH been a busy year for Coun- taking this opportunity to has invested in the past few BRIGHTON residents have cil’s planning authority. train and employ young years and will continue to do a new option when it comes It’s no secret Brighton is locals, assisting them on a so in the next few years into to their healthcare with the the fastest-growing munici- pathway towards a long-term our parks and sporting facil- opening of a new general The Brighton Regional pality in Tasmania but it’s career and financial indepen- ities. practice clinic. Doctors’ team: back row, interesting to see what this dence. We will report on those Brighton Regional Doc- Vivian Luu, Cathy growth means in numbers. Every second day, Council in more detail in an upcom- tors, at 174 Brighton Rd, Jennings, Jane Rogers and In the past financial year, has approved a new lot. Over ing edition of Brighton Brighton, was recently Jane Smith. Front, Dr Council’s planning authority Sarah Burbury and Dr Mary the past 12 months we have Community News. opened by Dr Mary Lums- has approved 292 dwellings approved 149 subdivision lots Planning is not always den and offers community Lumsden. – that’s roughly 1.2 dwellings and seven strata lots. straightforward and I recog- members local GP care in a per working day. Meanwhile, our commu- nise it can sometimes be frus- friendly, non-corporate envi- That’s around $55 million nity has spent about $2 mil- trating for residents and ronment. Both Dr Lumsden and invested in residential devel- lion on outbuildings, with developers. “I’m really excited about Dr Burbury have a strong opment in our community 109 approved across the Council has to administer being a new practice owner, interest in women’s and chil- which is $150,000 every sin- municipality. complex legislation and plan- especially as this gives me the dren’s health as well as family planning. gle day of the year and which Of course, growing com- ning schemes on behalf of chance to run my business means a lot of local jobs. the State Government according to the ethos and “We both previously munities need more than worked at a clinic just down Of those 292 dwellings, houses, they also need com- attempting to balance diverse values that are important to standing while cosmetic tors is open Monday to Fri- 164 were single dwellings and community interests. me,” said practice principal the road and really enjoyed merce, services and recre- getting to know a wide sec- changes are taking place. day from 8.30am to 5.15pm. 128 were part of multiple ation. However, I would like to Dr Lumsden. dwelling developments. thank the community and all “Along with my col- tion of the Brighton com- However, both GPs felt it Appointments can be In the past year we have A total 131 were part of those who have invested in league, Dr Sarah Burbury, munity,” Dr Lumsden said. was important to open their booked by calling Cathy or approved $11 million of the implementation of Cen- Brighton municipality over we’re proud to offer our “We hope to see many of doors as soon as possible to Jane at the front desk on investment into aged care, these familiar faces at our provide continuity of care for 6144 6550, or online at tacare Evolve Housing’s $11 million into transport the past year for working patients highly personalised with us to develop such a new premises but we also their current patients. www.hotdoc.com.au or via (CEH) master plan across and storage, $3.5 million in care backed up by quality, bright future. look forward to forging fresh Bridgewater, Herdsmans industrial and $1 million in evidence-based medicine.” Brighton Regional Doc- the HotDoc app. Lastly, I thank our dedi- The new clinic provides relationships with locals and Cove and Gagebrook with 52 commercial. of those single dwellings and These figures do not cated staff for their high stan- patients with a full suite of those who travel in from fur- dards and hard work. medical services including ther afield.” Submissions urged for 79 multiple dwellings. include the millions council consultations for chronic dis- With the practice being ease management, preventive so new, Dr Lumsden and Dr local government review health measures, mental Burbury would like to THE second phase of the stronger oversight and inter- health, veterans’ care and extend their advance thanks Tasmanian Government’s vention measures. The Liberal Government minor skin surgery. to patients for their under- review of Tasmania’s local Comment is invited from government legislative the local government sector, Delivering for the framework is under way. the community and other A directions paper out- interested people on the pro- Brighton community lines the major policy reforms posed reforms. under consideration by the Feedback will be taken government in shaping a new into consideration until local government legislative September 30. Brighton Streetscape framework and includes key Submissions can be made areas of reform such as elec- in writing or by completing toral processes, community an online survey via the Revitalisation Project engagement and consultation, Department of Premier and transparency and account- Cabinet’s local government ability in council activities and legislation review webpage at $461m for Bridgewater Bridge decisions, consistency across www.dpac.tas.gov.au\LGRe councils and services and view. Brighton Bowls club conversion Guy to a Community Centre BARNETT Liberal for LYONS Listening SENATOR Caring JONATHON DUNIAM Delivering LIBERAL SENATOR FOR TASMANIA Ground Floor, 85 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Ph: (03) 6701 2170 - www.guybarnett.com.au E: [email protected] - GuyBarnettMP 03 6231 2444 [email protected] SenatorDuniam
Authorised by: Guy Barnett, 15 High Street, New Norfolk Tas 7140 Authorised by Senator Jonathon Duniam, Liberal Party of Australia, Ground Floor, 85 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS 7000. 4 Brighton Community News September 2019 Community must be heard By TINA MOATE, the recommendation by the urban our children to take part in healthy consultation will take all residents’ SCOTT TURNBULL planners was the new high school This is an opinion piece published recently by the activities yet a soccer club that has concerns into account. The min- and MATT FENNELL* be located on the current School been within our community for ister heard the strength of feeling Farm site, alongside the Brighton Mercury newspaper and which residents have as long as we can remember is now at the meeting last month and AS Brighton residents we are Primary School. To us this made facing closure. should at the very least take those concerned with the proposals to good sense as it would ensure asked to be reprinted in Brighton Community The greyhound racing track feelings into account before foist- site the new Brighton High accessibility for both parents and will also be impacted and no ing a site on to residents that is not School away from the Brighton students both at primary and sec- News. doubt that association will have appropriate and that will signifi- Primary School. ondary level. something to say if this site is cantly impact existing amenities, The recent community consul- The transition for students will mean many school children culture and animal husbandry regarded as the chosen site for the both now and into the future. tation at the Brighton Primary from the primary school to the who currently are bussed or driven their careers. No one is saying the high school. This is an important opportu- School did little to allay those fears. secondary school would be easy – daily to schools in Glenorchy or School Farm should be closed. Similarly, the Pontville Park nity for our municipality. We hope And indeed, there was nothing just across the road. Yes, we know even further afield, can be edu- Rumours to that effect are absolute hosts local cricket and football as the right decision is made. new in the presentation by the there are some traffic issues but we cated much closer to their homes. nonsense and deliberate scare- well as other sporting facilities. The *Tina Moate, of Broadmarsh, is Education Department and, inter- were encouraged then, as we are This is so much better for our stu- mongering. We are saying the Federal Government recently a mother and president of the estingly, Education Minister now, that Brighton Council’s engi- dents and also better for families School Farm should be moved promised more than $6 million to Brighton Storm soccer club. Her two Jeremy Rockliff, who attended the neers are working on solutions to like ours. Overall it adds to the into a true rural setting where it improve these playing facilities eldest daughters are soccer coaches meeting, just sat in the back of the redirect traffic, install parking bays wellbeing of our community. can prosper and grow for the ben- even further. for the club and her two younger room and didn’t even talk to the and more, to ensure that these However, it has now become efit of our children. If this site is chosen then again children play soccer at the club. residents’ group. What a lost problems are resolved. apparent that the government has However now we have been we will be wiping out a significant opportunity. For we parents it would make taken the School Farm relocation advised that the Farm School will area that is being currently used *Pontville’s Scott Turnbull is a When the Brighton High drop-off and pick-up so much eas- off the table even though Brighton stay where it is and we have three by our children. Even teams from husband and father of two children School proposal was first ier and for siblings in families it Council says it has land options other options to consider – Sey- outside our municipality including who are already at Brighton Pri- announced by the State Govern- would mean that older children for the farm to be sited closer to mour Street Park, the corner of the Tasmanian Tigers and Hobart mary School. He said he would ment following negotiations with could walk across the road and the rural community. Elderslie and Brighton Roads and Hurricanes cricket teams use this work hard with the community to the Brighton Council, we were pick up their younger brothers or To us this is unbelievable, and Pontville Park. This is incredibly as their pre-season training. What ensure the new Brighton High pleased to see the discussion sur- sisters and meet up with carers to it simply does not make sense. disappointing and if any of these is to happen to these teams’ train- School was suitably and appropri- rounding the high school’s loca- go home, or indeed walk home Why have a farm in the middle of options are chosen it will have ing options? ately located. tion was to be alongside the pri- together. The area is ideally located a town when we are both an urban major impacts on our community. As for the Elderslie Road site, *Matt Fennell, of Brighton, is a mary school. so as parents we were naturally and rural municipality? Indeed, the Seymour Street which we understand is already father of a young daughter who is At a special Brighton Council pleased. Surely our children attending park site, if adopted, will mean the earmarked for residential devel- already in kindergarten. He is hop- presentation in the Brighton Bowls In all, the new high school the Farm School should be edu- end of the highly successful opment, we are told the purchase ing the high school will be built by and Community Centre in July sited near the primary school is the cated in an agricultural setting Brighton Storm Soccer Club. Cur- and service infrastructure costs are the time she is ready for year seven last year, we heard from specialists most cost-effective, particularly with farmers who can provide rently up to 200 children are reg- estimated around $10 million. as he does not want to send her out in urban planning design who with the limited available budget. valuable support for their educa- istered with our club from under- Who will be paying for this, the of Brighton for her education. analysed various options that And, of course, we were told tional outcomes? sixes to men’s sides. We were never taxpayer? And will this money be could house the new high school the new Brighton High School will Added to that are the benefits told that this was a possible site taken out of the government’s • Brighton and Southern Mid- following the election promise by serve not only Brighton but also of growing the farm, therefore and to hear that it is now in con- promised $30-million budget for land Pony Club voices concerns the Hodgman Liberal government. students from our surrounding expanding the options available to tention is incredibly worrying. We the high school? about Pontville as a high school It was encouraging to see that region. So, the high school itself students who want to make agri- are supposed to be encouraging We are hoping that any further option, page 8. Guide to discounts, concessions released THE 2019-20 Tasmanian Government Discounts and Concessions Guide is now available. “With more than 90 dif- ferent types of concessions and discounts provided by the Tasmanian Government, the guide includes essential services such as housing, electricity, water and sewer- age, health services and pub- lic transport,” Minister for Human Services Roger Jaen- sch said. “There are concessions to assist Tasmanians to access Opposition Leader Rebecca White, left, was among those attending the Education Education Minister Jeremy Rockliff, right, sat in the back of the room talking to services including education Department’s consultation session. attendees. and parks and heritage sites around Tasmania or to reduce the cost of applying Our plan for new high school site backed for a driving licence or regis- the School Farm, as well as “The meeting clearly the centre of Brighton and he said. “Council has done all it tering a car. From Page 1 “Ticket to Play vouchers a determination to build the demonstrated that our com- get on with the job.” “All logic and common can do to facilitate and pre- are also available, offering up and Education Department high school on the current munity strongly supports Cr Foster said he and sense say the high school sent the community’s view to $100 in value towards club officials to gain a true appre- farm site,” Cr Foster said. this view. Council had been attempt- should be developed in the and the Brighton commu- membership for eligible chil- ciation of the community’s “Council has long held “The Education Depart- ing to meet with Mr Rockliff centre of Brighton, close to nity has made it abundantly dren and young people aged views and feelings. the view that the new high ment says its emphasis is to to discuss the site options the Brighton Primary clear that it wants a high five to 17 years.” “The department has school should be developed get the best outcomes for with little success. School and the School Farm school and where it wants it Tasmanians can collect undertaken to report back on the current School Farm students. “However, on leaving the moved to a more productive located. their copy of the guide from to the community and if this site and the farm moved to “Well, if that’s the case it August 13 meeting, the min- rural site. “However, Council does Service Tasmania shops, local is genuine consultation and rural land on the outskirts will quickly decide to move ister said we should now “The Brighton commu- not have the ability to select councils, Neighbourhood the views expressed taken of Brighton where it will be the School Farm, urgently talk, so it seems he appreci- nity understands this and we the site. That is a decision of Houses, community organ- into account, then the next sustainable and can provide undertake the planning and ated the strength of commu- trust the government and the State Government alone isations, service providers phase will present site vastly improved education design for the new high nity feeling and, hopefully, the Education Department and we can only hope that it and Tasmanian and Aus- options for the relocation of outcomes. school on the farm site in is now receptive to change,” got the message.” respects the overwhelming tralian Government offices. view of the Brighton com- The guide is online at Strong support in poll munity.” www.concessions.tas.gov. au From Page 1 The main reasons in sup- port of the State Government Moes Café and Restaurant The main reasons for option are: 180 Bri hton Road Bri hton supporting the high school • School Farm is estab- hone: 6263 2128 being developed on the lished where it is – don’t School Farm site were: move it (19 percent). Café open seven days • High school next to/near • Range of other reasons Restaurant open Thursday to Saturday primary school makes sense in favour of the government A local place providin reat food coffee (35 percent of total respon- option (10 percent). dents). Brighton Council has and place to meet • Farm should move – provided the State Govern- more room, space to grow ment with a copy of the (24 percent). research report to assist its • Traffic, parking, safety consultation and decision- issues (14 percent). making process. Brighton Community News September 2019 5 Statistics show Brighton safe to live and work By Inspector The following summary some of the larger shopping GEORGE CRETU shows this decline. centres in the south of the • 2016/17 – 1291 offences. state, that they feel much safer I WAS recently provided a • 2017/18 – 1289 offences. and more comfortable at our snapshot of some feedback • 2018/19 – 1255 offences. two main shopping centres put out by a consultant at Cove Hill and the Plaza. undertaking an externally A good decline was achieved in reported offences In the meantime, I will be funded project in and against property from 1032 transferring from Bridgewa- around the municipality offences in 2017-18 to 971 in ter Division by the time this that promoted Brighton as 2018-19. These types of newspaper is published. I sin- an unsafe place to live by offences include home and cerely thank the community, highlighting some individ- business burglary, vandalism business and other partners, ual comments made at a and motor vehicle stealing. not least the Brighton Coun- small community forum. A rise in offences against cil, for your support to I was quite disappointed the person was recorded, with this as there was no fact- Bridgewater Police over my from 202 to 255, but this is tenure as divisional inspector checking associated with the attributed to a higher inci- publication and promotion for the past three years. Mark Bartlett is one of the two co-founders of the Tea Tree’s Laura Campbell said her work was to mitigate dence of reporting of family My replacement will be Bridgewater/Gagebrook Clean Up Group. the climate crisis and create justice. of this work. violence to police. I’d like to take this oppor- Insp Philippa Burk. Philippa Public place assaults and has most recently served as tunity to provide you a short serious crimes such as rob- summary of offending in our detective inspector at Launce- bery recorded a decline. ston Criminal Investigation municipality. Overall I believe these Local trio nominated for Branch and at the family vio- Following a difficult start statistics demonstrate to the financial year through Brighton remains a safe place lence-related Safe Families July and early August, pri- to live and I recognise the Coordination Unit in Hobart. marily due to a small num- Brighton Council’s promi- Philippa has a long asso- high achievement awards ber of offenders who were ciation with Bridgewater nent role in strongly con- ultimately arrested and incar- Police Station, having served THREE Brighton municipality resi- forms with partner Angela Knight. inclusive, equal, and fair society wherein tributing to this situation cerated being responsible for through its commitment to here as a constable for more dents have been nominated for the Mark says he feels people take more we work with first nations people col- a large number of motor public amenities and sup- than five years and also as a Tasmanian Community Achievement interest, especially on social media. laboratively.” vehicle thefts and burglaries, porting youth initiatives such sergeant for two years. Awards. “If we post pictures with our stories, Greg Faull’s nomination is for his I am confident you will Finalists will be presented and win- it seems to hit home,” he said. we had a very steady year and as the Bridgewater PCYC. Facebook page on Tasmania. an overall decline in reported In addition, I regularly get find Philippa committed to ners announced at the awards gala pre- “I’ve had people say that because of He has been working with Tasma- sentation dinner on Friday, November what we do, it’s made them more aware offences compared with the feedback from community our community and very nian businesses, community groups previous two financial years. members who have visited approachable. 22. of what’s around them – even some and the people of Tasmania to increase Bridgewater’s Mark Bartlett and Tea have said when they go for a walk they engagement. Tree’s Laura Campbell have both been now take a bag with them to pick up Over the past four years, Greg has nominated for the Heather and rubbish. promoted Tasmania through a dedi- New group for children Christopher Chong Outstanding “Ange and I have picked up 86,000 cated Tasmania Facebook page and Achiever Award, and local photogra- cigarette butts, 17,700 recyclables in Instagram, which have 21,800 followers. pher Greg Faull, of Old Beach, has been only three suburbs, more than 1000 “Over the past four years we have nominated in the Ricoh Business Cen- tyres and tonnes of general waste.” on autism spectrum received 196,000 photos of Tasmania tre category. Laura said her work was to mitigate through @tasmaniagram and on aver- PLAYGROUP Tasmania is running a new a setting that encourages their children to Mark is one of the two co-founders the climate crisis and create justice. PlayConnect playgroup out of tagari lia learn through play. of the Bridgewater/Gagebrook Clean “Climate justice means changing age I share 140 photos a week of Tas- mania landscapes, wilderness and jour- Child and Family Centre providing play- The group provides a safe and under- Up Group. the way pillars of power function, groups to families with children on the standing space for children to develop their The group started in 2016 and since within our society, ensuring they serve neys throughout Tasmania via Facebook with hundreds of local busi- autism spectrum. social and interpersonal skills with other chil- that time there have been a number of all people fairly, not based upon eth- The program is being held every Thurs- clean-ups in the community along the nicity, gender, class, size, and sexual ori- nesses and community groups to pro- dren. mote their products and services in Tas- day morning from 9.30-11.30am. PlayConnect supports families and their Derwent and Jordan Rivers, parklands, entation,” she said. PlayConnect is a nationally funded pro- streets and vacant land in the Brighton “Often those who contribute the mania,” Greg said. children during the particularly difficult times “The Tasmania Facebook page cel- gram for children aged up to six years who of pre-diagnosis and post-diagnosis, and pre- municipality. least to the climate crisis are the worst may have autism, developmental delay in The most recent clean-up was on affected. ebrates and promotes Tasmania, its NDIS program support. attractions, community and businesses communication and/or social, behaviour and Cobbs Hill at Bridgewater where 17 “Ecological breakdown is a global sensory issues. The time between diagnosis and NDIS abandoned cars were pulled out. issue, not exclusive to one culture or to the world. There is no diagnosis needed to attend funding can be up to 18 months in some Mark has door-knocked local busi- society, meaning my community is “We have more than one million the group. cases and families can feel isolated, stressed nesses and lobbied politicians, both among many who benefit. engagements a week with people inter- and bewildered. state and federal, for the work he per- “In my achievements, I envision an acting with our page.” It’s an informal group that provides a safe space for families to connect with each other PlayConnect aims to assist families where in a non-judgmental, friendly and supportive they may be experiencing feelings of disen- environment. gagement from the wider community. It provides an opportunity for care-givers For more information email Nicki Kast- to come together and chat with each other in ner at [email protected]
Old Beach photographer Greg Faull who helps promote Tasmania’s beauty to the world. Switch your pension to a local, trusted, not-for-profit super fund. Jane Jen t a s p l a n . c o m . a u Howlett MLC Liberal Member for Prosser Butler MP 1800 005 166 Your Local Member for Lyons Phone: (03) 6212 2101
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After School Hours Care [email protected] All contributors to the Brighton Community News calendar for 2019 are asked to potential members are always open to anyone of retirement Ages 5 to 12 Monday to Fridays or phone 6268 1325 and leave a check their entries (below) carefully and send any changes to welcome. For further information age, meets every Tuesday by Bridgewater PCYC. message. [email protected]. There are several entries that haven’t contact John on 0422 300 809. during school terms at Collections from local schools Brighton/Broadmarsh been updated or changed for a couple of years and we will delete those entries if Punch Fit Bridgewater LINC and runs from running until 6pm Mondays to Country Women’s we don’t hear from you. This calendar is a free guide for community groups and For women, Mondays 11am-12 10am to noon. The school is Thursdays and 5pm Fridays. Association we ask you to let us know if there are changes. Thank you. noon. $20 annual membership. open to anyone and we have a Cost $5 per day (Parents Meetings held at the CWA Phone Leah Clark 6263 5277. wide range of speakers dealing required to enrol for Child Care with many different topics. For rooms, Pontville Hall, Pontville. Community Knitting Group learners and it’s free. Please Orange Sky Laundry Rhythmic Dance Centre Subsidy). Holiday care, ages 5- Brighton group meets 10am on The group meets at the Terrapin call the centre to make an Orange Sky Laundry provides a more information call Shirley on 12, operating every school Classes at 1 River Court, the third Wednesday each Room at the back of the appointment. We can now free mobile laundry service for Brighton and Uniting Church 6268 0842 or Geoff on 0418 holiday from 9am-4pm except month, phone 6268 1474. Brighton Community Health assist you to gain your anyone doing it tough or 121 814. public holidays. Cost from Hall, Claremont. Jazz, tap, Broadmarsh group meets Centre in Green Point Rd, motorcycle learners licence. For struggling to do their laundry. Speaking Made Easy $13.86 with Child Care Subsidy. classical ballet, song and dance 12.30pm on first Monday each Bridgewater on Tuesdays, more information or to book an We bring our van, Splasher, to and hip-hop. Phone 6268 0864. Formerly Penguin Club Anglicare Family Mental appointment please contact the month, phone 6268 5254. New weekly 12.30-3pm. There is no Gagebrook every Friday 10-12 Riding for the Disabled Brighton Group. First and Health Support Service members welcome. cost and women are invited to Gagebrook Community Centre noon at the Uniting Church Association Quiz Night third Wednesday of the Anglicare provides a range of Brighton Meals on Wheels call in and have a chat and a on 6263 6097 or Bridgewater House, 10 Tottenham Rd. September 20, Royal Yacht Club of month at 205 Old Brighton Rd services such as alcohol and Meals are delivered Monday to cuppa. Phone 6166 1370. Community Centre on 6263 Blankets, doonas and sheets Tasmania, Marieville Esplanade, from 6-7pm. Phone other drug support, attempted Friday and extra for weekends. Crimestoppers Online 4303. able to be washed and dried on Sandy Bay. 6.30pm for 7pm start. 0416 928 903. suicide aftercare support, family Bookings essential. Tables of up to Contact 6268 0559 or 1800 696 Available 24 hours a day, seven Lions Club of Brighton site. It’s all free. For more relationship counselling, NDIS 10. Pre-paid tickets of $20 Sports Rosters/Activities 325. Volunteers are always days a week, Crime Stoppers The Lions Club of Brighton information contact Hobart application support and a includes finger food and door Bridgewater PCYC offers required to deliver meals. Tasmania’s new online reporting organises Brighton Community service manager Robyn Oral number of other services for prize. No BYO. Bar sales only. periodic sports roster Please contact 6268 0559 if you tool available at Carols and is always looking for Health Services individuals and families. If Bistro open for meals 5.30-8pm. including futsal, basketball, are interested or for further www.crimestopperstas.com.au opportunities to help out in the Oral Health Services Contact Claudia Anglicare does not have a netball, judo, boxing and a information.A police check is helps Tasmanians provide crime community and to welcome Tasmania [email protected]. Phone 0429 service it can provide relevant to weight gym. Call 6107 9040 required, which is organised and information and aid solving new members. Brighton Lions Free dental examinations and 943 247. your needs, it will link you with for further details. paid for by MOWs Tasmania. crime, anywhere in the state. meet on the third Monday of preventive care to all children other appropriate referral Rock & Rhyme Toddler Time each month at the Old Council under the age of 18. Phone for pathways. Please call 1800 243 Brighton Playcentre Days for Girls 30 minutes of simple songs, Every Wednesday at an appointment on 6165 4012. 232 and ask to speak with a Holds playcentre sessions for Days for Girls is a not-for-profit Chambers in Pontville, 6pm for action rhymes and short stories Bridgewater PCYC from organisation that has a network of for children aged from birth to customer engagement children aged 2-4 each Tuesday 6.30. For more information Papercraft 10.30am-12 noon. Cost $2.50 teams around the world. It raises three years. Join the fun then specialist. Pete and Michaela from 9am-12 noon during school email [email protected] Cardmaking and scrapbooking per child. Call 6107 9040 for funds to make washable, reusable borrow a book to take home. are available from 9am-5pm, terms at 42 Dollery Court, sanitary care kits distributed to NILS (No Interest Loan classes in Brighton, Bridgewater further details. Brighton. For more information and Claremont on regular Every Wednesday at 10am at Monday to Friday. girls and women in need. It also Scheme) Top Gear Program phone the centre on monthly basis – day and Bridgewater Library. Phone Anglicare Personal Helpers encourages and supports training The scheme is available to Do you need assistance in 0488 354 823, our centre for communities to produce their evening. We are a friendly 6165 5446 or just turn up. and Mentor Program purchase essential household getting your 80 hours of coordinator Jennifer on own kits and deliver health group of paper crafters. Contact Rotary Club of Brighton Is your mental health affecting items such as a fridge or driving experience? If so the 0428 977 418 or find us on education. The Derwent team has Shelley Harwood 0409 003 602 The Rotary Club of Brighton your ability to cope with washing machine up to $1,200. Bridgewater Community Facebook. two sewing days each month: the or [email protected]. meets on alternate Tuesday everyday life? Would you like third Monday and the fourth Call the Bridgewater nights at 6.45 for 7pm. Centre may be able to assist support with your recovery Brighton Playgroup Saturday - September 16 and 28 Community Centre on 6263 Parents R Us you. The Top Gear Learner journey to manage mental Holds playgroup sessions for from 9.30am to 4pm at St Paul's 4303 or the Gagebrook Every Monday 11am-2pm at the Meetings for this year are Sept 10 and 24, Oct 8 and 22, Nov 5 Driver Mentor Program has illness so you can lead a children up to five years each Church meeting room, Paice St, Community Centre on 6263 Gagebrook Community Centre. mentor drivers who will take fulfilling life? If you are 16 years Monday from 9.30-11.30am Bridgewater. Morning tea is 6097 to make an appointment. Free program of activities and a and 19, Dec 3 and 17. For provided but bring your own further information email Marie you driving in a community or over you may be eligible for during school terms at 42 Northern Buddies Playgroup light lunch provided. Childcare vehicle. For more information lunch. No sewing experience on site. For more information at [email protected] the Personal Helpers and Dollery Court, Brighton. For necessary. Northern Buddies Playgroup is a on the program or to sign up Mentors Program (PHaMs). To more information phone the no-cost playgroup open to the call the centre on 6263 6097. Save the Children as a participant please Derwent Valley Country make a referral or for more centre on 0488 354 823. The wider community. Catering for Penguin Club Brighton (formerly Good Beginnings) Music Club contact Darlene or Chelsea at information call 1800 243 232 centre’s coordinator Jennifer up to 4 years, every Friday of Group children and family programs 14 Millvale Road Dromedary. the centre on 6263 4303 or can be contacted on 0428 977 school term, 9.30-11am at First and third Wednesday of HIPPY program: Home Birthday Parties Held on alternate pop into 6 Bowden Drive, 418 or find us on Facebook. Northern Christian School. Bring the month. Phone 0416 928 903. Interaction Program for Parents The Bridgewater PCYC is Friday/Saturday nights at Bridgewater. a piece of fruit to share. 7 and Youngsters, home-based available on weekends for Brighton Senior Citizens 7.30pm. BBQ every Saturday at Pete’s Shed Waterbridge Food Co-op birthdays of all ages. Party Club Cobbs Hill Rd, Bridgewater. early learning and parenting 6.15pm. Cost $5 includes light Are you interested in woodwork program for families with The Waterbridge Community times are 11am-1pm & 2-4pm. New members are welcome to supper. Phone John Watson Northern Suburbs Junior or metalwork? If so, have you children aged 4 and 5, Pantry is open Monday-Friday For further information please weekly meetings held in the Old mobile 0455 295 902 or Soccer Association been to Pete’s Community Mondays-Fridays, 9am-5pm, 10am-2pm. You can follow on contact the club on Council Chambers, 371 Brighton 0484 590 809. NSJSA is a not-for-profit Workshed? We are located at Gagebrook Primary School and Facebook www.facebook. 6107 9040. Rd, Pontville. The club meets on organisation and our area 10 Sorell St, Bridgewater and Brighton Community Health com/waterbridgefood/ the alternate Tuesdays for a shared Get Fit While Having Fun Brighton Alive Meetings includes New Norfolk, Bagdad, are open Monday to Friday 9am- Centre (terrapin, rear of main website on www.waterbridge lunch and bingo and card Circuit, cardio and boxing Monthly at the Brighton Civic Brighton and the northern 1pm. For further information building); St Paul’s Play2Learn: food. com.au or call on games. Bus trips are also sessions with a fully accredited Centre at 10am. Phone Brighton trainer. Brighton Primary School suburbs of Hobart. There are phone 6263 5142 or email supported playgroup for all 0487 267 375. Council 6268 7035. Brighton undertaken. For further details [email protected]. gym Mondays and Thursdays two teams in the Brighton area families in the community with Yes Entrepreneurial Alive is on Facebook at contact Barbara Walker 6268 6.30-7.30pm. Call Lisa – Derwent United and Brighton Play & Learn children aged up to 5, Mondays Services www.facebook.com/#!/brighton 6262. 0420 983 434. – and games are played Friday 30 minutes of hands-on learning (school terms) 9-11am at St Run by Impact Communities, . alive.56 with all the events, Camp Quality nights and Saturday mornings. Gymnastics for children from birth to five Paul’s Catholic Primary School. these services promote young activities and training Volunteers needed. Camp Age groups are under-six to Hobart Gymnastics Academy years. Puzzles, games, building Play2Learn: supervised people’s creative skills and happening in the Brighton Quality believes in improving under-12. All contact offers KinderGym, recreational blocks and more. Join the fun playgroups for families with employment potential through municipality. the quality of life for children information is on the website gymnastics, boys’ gymnastics, then borrow a book to take children aged up to 5, and who innovation, creativity and Brighton Bowls & living with cancer and their for clubs at www.nsjsa.org.au. girls’ gymnastics, trampoline, home. Every Wednesday at do not live with their child, engagement in career Community Club families through unrelenting Any queries please call Chris on rhythmic, acrobatics and 10.30am at Bridgewater Library. Mondays, 12.45-3pm, at tagari development. For more Random draw Wednesdays and optimism and the healing power 0407 579 039. tumbling. We offer trial Phone 6165 5446 or just turn up. lia behind Civic Centre, Green information go to https:// Saturdays 12 for 12.30pm. of laughter. To become an sessions in all of our programs Old Beach Cricket Club Inc Probus Club of Jordan Point Rd. For more information www.impactcommunities.org. Meals are available fortnightly amazing Camp Quality for all first individual All past and new players Meets on the second Monday of phone Simone Johns 6166 1384 au/YES/ or contact Bridget on Fridays at 5.30pm. Bookings volunteer, phone us on 6231 lessons(costs and conditions welcome at the Cloak Oval, each month at the Brighton or 0417 316 987 Tape YES coordinator preferred. All new members 5445, email apply). Contact us on Jetty Rd, Old Beach. Inquiries to Bowls and Community Club at School for Seniors bridgett@impactcommunities. welcome. New clubrooms are [email protected] or send 6263 3460, email [email protected] 9.15am for 9.30am. New School for Seniors, which is org.au or phone 6262 5400. open and available to hire for us your details online at [email protected], look us any function. Contact us at www.campquality.org.au up at www.hga.gymnastics. org.au or find us on Facebook. Art shines light Kickstart Arts Centre 201 Kickstart Arts' beautiful heritage venue in New Town is a on life ‘inside’ mm t c community hub for arts and culture. In addition to art-based AN opportunity to gain an was reflecting on his future.” classes such as basket-weaving, ri hton o n il sponsors free insight into the world of The prisoner artist said: drawing and painting, the prisoners will be available “The circle means me sit- monthly imm nis tion lini . Kickstart Arts workshop program includes classes in cooking at the Artists With Convic- ting there thinking of which riGH n ci ic cen re (cheese-making, fermentation, tion exhibition in October road do I take in my life at olive-preserving, etc), music and November. the moment. Gree t r from - pm classes such as beginner piano Prisoners have been “I’m hoping to take the and ukulele, and wellbeing invited to explore the theme right road which brings me Creative learning officer Kylie Chomatek, holds one of the classes such as yoga and pilates. artworks to be displayed in the Artists with Conviction Crossroads at this year’s back on track to have a exhibition next month. We are also launching a brand exhibition, to be held at the happy and a good life.” new community choir in ! to er 1 September. For more details visit Moonah Arts Centre from Other works that are http://www.kickstartarts.org/cx, October 25 to November part of the Artists With !"#$%&$' ovem er email 16. Conviction exhibition deal [email protected] Creative learning officer similarly with the Cross- e em er u or phone 0455 111 748. Kylie Chomatek said partic- roads theme, both overtly Learner Licence Assist ipation was educational and and in more subtle ways. Program therapeutic for prisoners, The exhibition is open ' Do you have trouble reading or helping them get in touch to entries from across the writing? Are you having trouble with their feelings. corrections environment, "#$%&'!()*+#&!,-#.+%.)!%*!/-%01+2*! Contact obtaining your learners licence “It really generates great including Community Cor- 324!255)-%*0!6'7$%&)8&#*!9!#*!%*+)-):+! Council's Environmental Health Officer from Service Tasmania? We can enthusiasm for the arts pro- rections and Tasmania Phone: 6268 7029 5-))!()*+#&!,#'$)*+!,&#*! help you sit and pass your grams within the prison,” Prison Service clients and learners test. This is a one-on- she said. employees. ;#&&!<:!+2!5%*(!2<+!$2-)! one test with pen and paper to “The artist who created Entry to the exhibition $()*'+,+-'./01' assist you in obtaining your this unique piece said he is free. Brighton Community News September 2019 7 learninG in my Community Bursary students attend NSW outback school By MAREE educational opportunities officially classified as jackaroos CONRAD WILSON* which align within the agricul- and jillaroos. tural/horticultural industry. Leconfield distributes farm JRLF Senior School is proud of For 2019 Brittany and Skye job lists once students have par- the two students who are recip- have undertaken their own ticipated in the course and the ients of the annual Brighton research and investigated an new jackaroos and jillaroos are Council Bursary, donated to opportunity to attend Lecon- provided with a reference letter the school each year as part of field Australian Outback School from the farm manager, detail- the work students undertake in in NSW. ing the work they have com- their agricultural studies at the The girls made it all happen. pleted during the course. School Farm. Brittany and Skye did their Skye and Brittany’s parents Brittany Griggs, year 12 and research, presented their ideas have undertaken all of the Skye Langford, year 11 are both to their families and the staff at preparation work to support recipients of this prestigious the Senior School and it has their children. award. now become a reality. Both sets of families said The Brighton Council Bursary The Leconfield five-day they were excited the girls were provides two scholarships each farm training course teaches able to experience something year to JRLF Senior School stu- hundreds of students a year which was a fantastic learning dents. Each scholarship is worth about elements of farm work, experience for both of them” $3,000 and is provided to VET including horse-riding, muster- *Maree Conrad Wilson is students studying agriculture or ing, sheep and cattle husbandry, assistant principal years 11 and similar at the School Farm. fencing and pasture improve- 12 at the Jordan River The bursary is designed for ment. Learning Federation Senior Skye Langford, year 11, is one of the recipients of the prestigious Brighton Bursary Award. young students to spend on On graduation students are School FAST ‘Taster’ sessions for students program By DANNICA BURROWS* dents participate in VET ‘tasters’ that introduce brings WHAT comes next is the prospective students to the question all year 10s think staff, course work and about during their final atmosphere of JRLF Senior year of secondary school. families School. Some students will Our students will be choose to remain at Jordan together River Learning Federation exposed to our business, Senior School (JRLFSS) for retail cosmetics, commu- JORDAN River Services nity services, construction, Gagebrook Community their year 11/12 education and some will choose to automotive and horticul- Centre recently hosted ture VET courses. BabyFAST, a program run explore other options. Whatever their choice Students have two by Impact Communities. lessons of fun and engaging FAST has been running all year 10 students have the Parents have reported experiencing better relationships opportunity to experience activities and finish with a in schools throughout the with their children as a result of the program. showbag of goodies to country for more than 15 what we have to offer. assist in their decision- years and has had great suc- increase in community social ent how important it is to JRLF SS has a number cess in building relationships relationships. have one-on-one time with of valuable and reputable making. within families, between When asked what was your child.” programs and we want all It is a vital component families and making parents most valuable about their If you would like to find of our students to know of our transition program feel more a part of the school FAST experience parents out more about FAST visit and understand the respon- and is a fantastic way to community. said: “Being able to do things https://www.fastaustralia.co sibility and enjoyment that prepare our students for It is a great opportunity with other families, meet m.au/, https://www.impact- comes with moving for- what comes next. *Dannica Burrows is the for the whole family to have new people, have fun and communities.org.au/ or ward with their education. As part of our year 10 grade 10 transition a night out together, enjoy a have a laugh. email bridgett@impactcom- Montana Pearce gets a makeover during the cosmetics transition program our stu- coordinator. free dinner, win some prizes “It made it more appar- munities.org.au course. and have fun This term FAST is run- ning out of St Paul’s Catholic Helping teens to be smoke-free School with eight families attending weekly and report- By KAT FRASER* about smoking. dren about smoking and its For help quitting visit ing enjoying a great family To support our young short-term and long-term your GP or call the Quitline night out together while ALL parents want the best people to say no to smoking effects. 13 78 48. building relationships with for their kids and for most we need to give them the Find ways to start a con- Visit www.smokefree. other parents. of us that includes our chil- facts. versation and keep it open. den.org.au for more infor- Feedback has also been dren being smoke-free. Most people don’t smoke Don’t give your children mation and resources to We all know smoking can received from JRS-Gage- and brain development con- a lifetime of addiction. It’s share with your teenagers. lead to serious health issues brook Community Centre tinues until age 25. Nicotine okay to say no. *Kat Fraser is the later in life but young people with its recently hosted Baby- exposure during young Young people need to Department of Health FAST. often don’t focus on the long know you’re there to support children and young people’s term. adulthood causes addiction Parents reported experi- and can harm the developing them. health policy officer. encing better relationships You can influence a young person’s decision brain. with their children and an Things you can do: make your home a smoke-free zone, talk about strategies to cope with peer pressure with your child and If you smoke try giving up; seek support to do this. It can be hard to quit so share those experiences with your children. You are an important role model for your child. Young people live in the moment, so letting them know the side effects of smoking, such as smelly hair, bad breath, yellow teeth or yucky skin could be enough for them to decide not to smoke. There are also a lot of benefits from choosing to be smoke-free. One of the most appeal- ing for young people is all the extra cash in their pocket because cigarettes are expen- sive. Like other big health choices, it’s about being open and honest with your chil- 8 Brighton Community News September 2019
School option threat to pony club By KATREENA BLACKWELL* cross-country course is an opportu- meals and entertainment. nity some clubs may not have at their As mentioned earlier it would be IT would be extremely detrimental own grounds and clubs. detrimental for the Pontville grounds for the Pontville grounds to be con- Brighton and Southern Midlands to be considered as one of the pro- sidered as one of the proposed sites Pony Club has 30 members and has posed sites for a new high school. for a new Brighton High School as regular inquiries for new member- There are no suitable grounds for has been proposed by the Depart- ships. our club and other clubs to host ment of Education. Riders from the age of four up to events if we were made move. The Brighton and Southern Mid- 25 years are involved in the club. It’s definitely not the right site for lands Pony Club is fortunate to have It should be remembered the a new high school. access to the Pontville equestrian Pontville equestrian grounds were For all inquiries email club pres- grounds and the cross-country bequeathed by Barbara Attrill for the ident Kareena Blackwell at course and we don’t want to lose use of equestrian and sports facili- [email protected] or phone 0402 them. ties. 763 135. We hold instructional riding The Brighton and Southern Mid- lessons at these rallies and have been lands Pony Club in June this year *Kareena Blackwell is president of holding rallies at Pontville as often hosted the state games at Pontville the Brighton and Southern Mid- as we can fit into the calendar. Equestrian Centre with 90 riders and lands Pony Club We have had combined rallies more 200 spectators at the event. The Brighton and Southern with other clubs, most recently with Clubs and teams travelled from Midlands Pony Club is fortunate to the Derwent Pony Club, New Nor- all over the state to compete provid- have access to the Pontville folk. ing income for the Brighton com- equestrian grounds and the cross- Allowing riders to train on our munity through accommodation, country course. Dance Little Aths welcomes new members EAST Derwent Little Athletics Centre is centre holding a welcome day and ‘come and try’ session on September 20 beginning at 5.30pm at Weily Park in Bridgewater. kicks A barbecue will be provided with every- one welcome to attend. up its The centre caters for the ages of three to 15 years as well as offering events for seniors from 16 upwards as part of its new program heels One Club. Everyone is welcome to join in no matter your age or ability. By SHELLEY HYLAND* Some events will be on offer to try and RHYTHMIC Dance Centre committee members will be available to has had a very busy June answer any questions. Contact Margaret and July. Lewis on 0447 327 623 or by email to east- In June it held its own [email protected] fun dance competition day which was a great success. The 13 years and under group had great success for a range of routines, including in hip All students were hop. involved from the two-year- olds to the advanced senior and the supportive family They were awarded funk dancer on final awards students and up to the fun feel to the event. third place for their tap night. business group. Moving on to the group, and highly com- New enrolments are now Every student was recog- advanced students compet- mended in hip-hop and being taken and all students nised with award ribbons ing in the Southern Tasma- kicking routines. will have the opportunity to and medallions. nian Dancing Eisteddfod, the Kahli Hyland, from perform in the 30th annual The adjudicator was 13 years and under group Brighton, was awarded sev- concert. impressed with the standard performed extremely well. eral placings in the Hobart A big thank-you to Kerry Eisteddfod and then trav- Wilks who still organises the elled to Burnie where she costumes for a small hire fee. l cal cHUrcH Ser iceS won the 14 and under tap *Shelley Hyland is principal championship and was of the Rhythmic Dance a r h f r ht named the most promising Centre. ev od rt in: Ph 626 7700 or 0406 004 01
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