Splashof COLOUR Mount Nelson Primary School Students, from Left , Zoey, Brianna and Kai Add Their Handprints to the Reservoir Mural

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HANDPRINTS ADD A splashOF COLOUR Mount Nelson Primary School students, from left , Zoey, Brianna and Kai add their handprints to the reservoir mural.

FULL STORY PAGE 4 ZIG ZAG TRACK STORM REPAIRS BEGIN

RECOVERY EFFORTSWORKS to fully restore To allow works to weekends to provide kunanyi/Mt Wellington’s proceed safely, the track access to walkers. Zig Zag Track have now will be closed on week- The Zig Zag Track is started as part of ongoing days from Wednesday 15 the quickest walking route recovery efforts following January until Friday 14 from The Springs to the the severe fl ood event that February. mountain summit and CONTINUE hit Hobart in May 2018. It will be opened on STORY CONTINUES PAGE 2 2

2 Hobart Observer January 2020 Community News Know what to do when WE’RE ALL IN you see red and blue THIS TOGETHER UNDER new road rules, or possibly the country, reserves on Total Fire Tasmanian motorists are has devoted as much Ban Days to protect the now required to safely time and money to fi re community and work slow down to 40km/h preparedness. with the Tas Fire Service when they see emer- This is because we during bushfi res. gency services on the are unique in terms of Helping with the roadside with fl ashing the amount of bushland recovery and response ef- lights. we manage and the fort after the fi res earlier Minister for Infra- proximity of the city to in 2019 in the Huon was structure and Transport the bush. also invaluable in prepar- Michael Ferguson said We currently have ing our staff for our next the Hodgman majority By Anna Reynolds, a $1.9 million annual bushfi re event. Liberal Government was Hobart Lord Mayor budget for fi re prevention However, the taking action to protect across the Council area. community should not emergency service FOR a number of This includes: complacently rely on workers attending road- months now I have been governments to protect side incidents. worried about the fi re • $500,000 capital them from wildfi re. “This important danger facing Hobart. program per year Everyone needs to change is part of this A cooler December for three years to think about how to de- Government’s commit- meant the fi re season complete 113km of fend themselves and their ment to keep our fi rst didn’t start early as was fi re trail upgrades; houses in this changing responders safe while feared, but we are not • 35 trained fi refi ghters climate. attending emergency out of the woods yet. on staff to implement At our home in situations, included in It’s important to a hazard reduction South Hobart, my fam- From left , Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management Mark Shelton, Road Safety our plan which voters speak truthfully about burning program of ily is investigating water Advisory Council chair Garry Bailey, deputy regional chief north Ian Bounds and Minister for the serious threat that 250 hectares per tanks and a diesel pump endorsed at the last Infrastructure and Transport Michael Ferguson. election,” he said. bushfi re poses to Hobart year; to defend our home “The new road cy situations and will more way we are work- the number of annual in this time of increased • A nine-person team against ember attack. rules recognise the help reduce the risk of ing to save lives and serious injuries and climate emergency. in our Fire and Biodi- Surrounding our sub- time-critical nature our being hit by fast-moving reduce injuries on our deaths on Tasmanian As Lord Mayor, I am versity Program; urb are thickly timbered fi rst responders deal vehicles. roads, moving towards roads to less than 200 confi dent that the City of • Seven fi refi ghting hillslopes that were burnt with during emergen- “This is just one our target of reducing by 2026.” Hobart has been working vehicles in our fl eet; to the ground in 1967. hard to prepare us for • 113km of fi re trails I encourage everyone the inevitable big fi re. maintained to a to get involved in fi re The City of Hobart minimum standard preparation. has created 50 hectares to improve access You can fi nd assis- Zig Zag Track storm repairs begin of green fi re breaks for fi refi ghters, with tance on the City of between every property $370,000 for their Hobart website and we FROM FRONT PAGE “Fortunately, we will including the fabulous It’s part of a $1.67 that neighbours our bush- maintenance through also send bushfi re pre- features spectacular be able to keep this pop- Organ Pipes Track and million program to land and upgraded more an annual audit; paredness information to views over the River ular route open to the many charming little repair approximately 40 than 100 kilometres of • $237,000 per year people who have bought Derwent and Hobart. summit of kunanyi/Mt walks starting from The kilometres of fi re trails, fi re trails. for fuel break exten- property in parts of “Repairing storm Wellington on weekends Springs and lower down walking tracks and other We have also iden- sion and upgrading; Hobart that are bushfi re damage on the Zig Zag while repair works are at Fern Tree.” bushland infrastructure tifi ed bushfi re-prone • $174,000 annual prone. Track will benefi t all carried out during the The restoration damaged during the regions in our planning maintenance budget. We’re all in this track users, including week. works are expected to fl ood event in May laws and have 35 trained together and together we runners, walkers, locals “We are also lucky take fi ve to six weeks 2018. fi refi ghters on staff. We will also work have the best chance of and tourists,” Hobart enough to have plenty and will include the use The project is jointly I am proud to say with residents across the becoming a city that is Lord Mayor Anna Reyn- of other great walk op- of a helicopter to trans- funded by the Australian that it is unlikely any oth- city to improve aware- resilient in the face of the olds said. tions on the mountain, port materials to the site. and Tasmanian govern- er Council in the state, ness, close all of our growing fi re risk. ments under the Natural Disaster Relief and Re- covery Arrangements. The total cost of restoring community infrastructure, facilities and recreational assets “I will work tirelessly to achieve damaged by the fl ood is the outcome you are seeking.” $3.2 million. Call me any time for a complimentary appraisal, More information is help with selling, relocating, buying your first home available at hobartcity. or adding to your investment portfolio. com.au/zigzagtrackup- grade. Enrico Palermo Property Consultant For a list of great 0434 060 041 walks around Hobart, 1300 732 377 [email protected] visit greaterhobarttrails. RTO 60071 370 Elizabeth Street North Hobart com.au. www.onroadoffroad.edu.au

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Hobart Observer January 2020 3 Community News Take Five for smallest yacht

The crew of Take Five celebrate crossing the fi nish line of the 75th Rolex Sydney to Hobart yacht race. IT may have been the stage leading its category Schouten Passage.” “At any one time we and help.” sailing has gone for many never want to do this last yacht to cross the down the New South Despite fi nishing last, had three people down- Mr Gannon, who years, ever since I was a race again, but once fi nish line in the 75th Wales coast. it did not damper the stairs sleeping and three had competed in the little boy, and I’ve always you fi nish and get the Rolex Sydney to Hobart, “By the time we left spirit of Mr Gannon and people working the boat, Sydney to Hobart on wanted to do the race on comradery, the people but the 30-foot Tasmani- Sydney Heads, I had a his crew, who saw the with one extra hand. different yachts twice my own vessel,” he said. coming in around you, an vessel ‘Take Five’ and quick glance back and longer journey as “value “If situations changed before, said it had always “It was very frustrat- family and friends, it’s all her seven-person crew saw about half a dozen for money.” and we got caught in a been a dream of his to ing at times, but also very worth it. were greeted with a loud boats behind us, so I told “It was very cosy on nasty situation then we complete the race on his rewarding. “I would absolutely applause upon fi nishing the crew to keep them the boat at times,” Mr would call those people own vessel. “After those six do the race again, just the 628-nautical-mile behind and keep running Gannon said. downstairs to come up “My passion for days you think you not on a 30-foot boat.” blue-water classic. down the coast,” Mr Skippered by Der- Gannon said. Advertisement went Sailing Squadron “We actually had very member Ian Gannon, favourable conditions Take Five was the small- for our style of vessel, as est yacht in the fl eet and well as shape and size, Andrew Wilkie completed the race in so we actually kept them fi ve days, 23 hours and behind us all the way 41 minutes – arriving on down the NSW coast YOUR INDEPENDENT IN CANBERRA New Year’s Day. into Victoria before there The vessel had an was a change and the excellent start, at one bigger boats continued on around us.” Want to get in touch with Andrew? The crew faced 3 Drop into the office at 188 Collins Street Hobart or post a letter to GPO Box 32 Hobart 7001 diffi cult conditions along ROBERTS & the way and were stalled 3 Phone 6234 5255 or email [email protected] coming down the east PARTNERS coast of Tasmania by a 3 Twitter @wilkiemp, Facebook at www.facebook.com/andrewwilkiemp or book a Skype call LAWYERS large storm. “I predicted there • Wills was a very nasty change • Estates coming, so we headed “My job is to represent and help the people of Clark which • Conveyancing inside towards the Maria Island passage,” Mr Gan- includes Hobart, Glenorchy and Taroona. Feel free to get in • Litigation non said. touch to speak with me or one of my staff.” 1 Stanton Place, “But the storm hit before we got there, so *Weather permitting Cambridge we made sure everyone (03) 6248 4144 was safe and the boat [email protected] was watertight before www.andrewwilkie.org Andrew Wilkie MP HOBART & SYDNEY heading to the fi rst safe Independent Member for Clark OFFICES anchorage, which was at Authorised by Andrew Wilkie MP 188 Collins Street Hobart 7000 4

4 Hobart Observer January 2020 Community News Handprints add a splash of colour

FROM FRONT PAGE MOUNT Nelson Prima- ry School students have banded together with TasWater to add a splash of colour to the reservoir located on Nelson Road. The young students helped spruce up the TasWater asset with the creation of a poster, which artists have now transformed into a mural. TasWater facilities officer Rachaelle Downey said the program enabled TasWater to give back to the community. “This project gives locals the opportunity to engage with legal street art,” she said. “This time, we worked closely with younger students from Mount Nelson Primary School who designed the mural and are adding their handprints onto the mural once complete. “The kids are really Local artists have transformed a poster created by Mount Nelson Primary School students into a mural, painted on the reservoir located on Nelson Road. passionate about engag- mary School pupil Kyler mural of the eucalyptus Tasmanian animals. this project was particu- ing off and after support young people about ing the community to said there was a special globulus because swift “When people are larly special “because the from community mem- water, with our commu- care for the environment meaning behind the mu- parrots need them and walking or driving, they reservoir was painted by bers, it is now time for a nity engagement officer and hope this mural will ral he and his classmates they are endangered,” will notice to stop cut- the same school around refresh,” she said. coming along to talk be a reminder.” created. he said. ting the trees down.” 20 years ago.” “This project is also with the Mount Nelson Mount Nelson Pri- “We are making a “We also put on Ms Downey said “The paint was flak- allowing us to educate Primary School pupils.”

Stage 1 water restrictions are now in eff ect. Water is our most precious resource, but even here in Tasmania, there’s only so much to go around. Over the last few years our below average rainfall, combined with it not always falling where we need it most, has now led to Stage 1 water restrictions. Making sure these are followed is the responsibility of households, agriculture and our visitors. With water, we can all save together.

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Hobart Observer January 2020 5 Community News

Lewis and Carla Willing have opened a new marti al arts club dedicated to coaching and supporti ng people with a disability. Fighting spirit hits Hobart HOBART has welcomed cialise in No Limits Judo “Our focus is on fun, martial arts journey,” she limited to eight people courses commence on 6 Martial Arts Facebook the arrival of a martial for adults and children. fi tness and friendship, said. per class. March 2020. page or contact Carla arts club dedicated to “We will be run- and to build upon an “Launching in an The fi rst all-inclu- For more informa- Willing at seishintas@ coaching and supporting ning four all-inclusive already well-established Olympic year with the sive 12-week beginner tion, visit the Seishin gmail.com. people with a disability 12-week beginner judo Judo and martial arts Games being held in in Tasmania. courses for juniors, community in Tasmania Tokyo, the home of Seishin Martial Arts teens and adults that to ensure social inclusion judo, we are hoping the is the fi rst gym of its kind cover membership fees, across the sport.” Paralympics inspire peo- in the state and launched uniforms, supported Assistant coach and ple to get involved with on Saturday 18 January coaching and more,” he No Limits Judo Australia our classes and that we at the University of Tas- said. Committee state repre- can provide a platform mania Uni Gym Dojo. “Classes are adapted sentative Carla Willing to assist with overcoming The club will provide to the individual needs said there had already any barriers.” classes for people with and abilities of players been an enthusiastic Lewis and Carla have physical, intellectual, and we will work closely response from the Tas- a combined 30 years’ sensory, cognitive and with players, their par- manian community. experience in martial neurological disability or ents and carers to ensure “We believe that mar- arts in judo and Brazilian additional needs. the coaching we provide tial arts is for everyone jiujitsu. Head coach and sec- in class allows them to and Seishin can provide Registrations for ond Dan Judo Black Belt develop and grow at a safe and fun place Seishin Martial Arts Lewis Willing said the their pace and within for people to explore, opened on Saturday Join us at the club would initially spe- their capabilities. begin and continue their 18 January, with places 2020 expo

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6 Hobart Observer January 2020 Community News Petition to reduce Lenah Valley fire risk

Porlee and his children Blong and Shoua following their life-changing eye surgery. Ella Haddad, together with Lenah Valley residents, has launched a petition to reduce fire risk in the area. LABOR Member for load around the suburb. to the suburb, surround- at ease and work with Clark Ella Haddad has After being con- ing bushland and natural the City of Hobart to joined with Lenah Valley tacted by concerned resi- habitats in the Lenah take immediate action residents to start a peti- dents, Labor Member for Valley area,” Ms Haddad through clearing the pine Locals share the tion calling on the State Clark Ella Haddad has said. trees.” Government to assist in started a petition calling “These are not The petition is the removal of pine trees on the Government to native trees and have available to sign online thought to pose a fire provide assistance in all self-seeding since the at www.ellahaddad.com/ risk to the area. their removal. 1967 bushfires – they campaigns/lenah-valley- spirit of giving Following the 1967 “A number of present a real fire risk fire-safety or by phoning bushfires which devastat- residents in the Lenah and must be moved. Ella Haddad’s office on THE Hobart community set off on the eight-hour pality. ed Tasmania – including Valley area have con- “The goal of our 6212 2286. has gone above and journey to the hospital. She said Fred would the Lenah Valley bush- tacted me about the petition is simple: we’re Ms Haddad will also beyond with the spirit At the Provincial be amazed by their com- land – hundreds of pine risk associated with the asking the Government be doorknocking with of giving by providing a Hospital, Dr Phetsamone passion to help people trees were self-seeded pine trees and many are to put the minds of the petition in coming family the best Christ- Indara examined Porlee who shouldn’t need to and now present fuel concerned about the risk Lenah Valley residents weeks. mas gift of all - restoring in addition to his chil- go blind. sight to a single father dren and discovered that “Without the support and his two children. he too had cataracts in of people from the Over the past year, both eyes. Hobart community, The 12-month shared traffic zone Hobart has generous- “This was a very Foundation couldn’t ly donated $410,000 important case – the have helped so many to The Fred Hollows father and both his chil- people like Porlee and Foundation, allowing it dren had cataracts,” Dr his beautiful children this trialled in Campbell Street to reach Porlee, Blong, Phetsamone said. year,” she said. Shoua and thousands of “I was willing to “Our generous do- other blind and vi- operate, but only on five nors are at the heart of A 12-MONTH trial of a road operation assess- block and the University implemented in Camp- sion-impaired people. eyes – one eye for the our Fred Hollows family new traffic and parking ment of Campbell Street of Tasmania and Theatre bell Street between Poorlee, and his chil- father, as he needed to and they help us trans- arrangements outside conducted over the past Royal’s performing Liverpool and Collins the Royal Hobart Hospi- three years and responds arts centre, there is an streets in mid-December. dren Shoua and Blong, be able to look after his form the lives of those tal on Campbell Street to the needs of the opportunity to provide “Importantly, the live in a small, remote children.” living with avoidable has now come into Royal Hobart Hospital’s a safer environment for dedicated drop-off and village in Lao People’s Because of Porlee’s blindness. effect. new inpatient precinct, pedestrians, cyclists and pick-up area and the Democratic Republic. tenacious love for his “I am so grateful A patient drop-off known as K-Block. motorists using the area. slower-speed shared Life is hard for local children, the skill of an to everyone who has area and short-term Hobart Lord Mayor “The City will mon- lane will accommodate villagers, but for Porlee’s ophthalmic surgeon supported our work this parking for patient pick- Anna Reynolds said the itor the outcomes over the needs of hospital family it has been espe- trained by The Fred year, and the past 25 up has been established changes would be imple- the course of the next patrons, service vehicles cially tough as both his Hollows Foundation, and years. on Campbell Street and mented on a trial basis. 12 months before deter- and cyclists without af- children were born with the generous support “I extend my heart- is accessed via a slow- “Campbell Street mining whether it’s the fecting the flow of traffic blinding cataracts. of local communities, felt thanks and wish speed traffic lane that provides access to and best long-term solution.” in Campbell Street,” Cr “Our life was so diffi- their story has a happy you all a safe and happy through the city and Developed by the Reynolds said. will be separated from cult, I had no idea what ending. holiday season.” higher speed through ensuring it meets traffic City of Hobart in con- The new arrange- to do,” Porlee said. The Fred Hollows For more informa- traffic. demands and is safe for junction with the State ments will be trialled for Two lanes of through all users is our priority,” Government, the Royal 12 months, after which When Porlee heard Foundation founding tion about The Fred traffic will be main- she said. Hobart Hospital and the time a report will be about a Fred Hollows director Gabi Hollows Hollows Foundation or tained. “With construction University of Tasmania, prepared with a view to outreach eye camp that extended her heartfelt to help restore sight, The arrangement of the Royal Hobart the new traffic and park- considering permanent could help his children, thanks to the people of visit www.hollows.org or draws from the results of Hospital’s new inpatient ing arrangements were traffic arrangements. he packed their bags and the Glenorchy munici- phone 1800 352 352. 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Hobart Observer January 2020 7 Community News Young fi lmmakers in the spotlight

THE creativity of young of great entries, but I’m Tasmanian student fi lm- really happy – it was a makers was showcased great honour,” Morrow at the 2019 MyState said. Student Film Festival “There were a lot of Awards at Hobart’s The- challenges during the atre Royal, attended by process such as trying to more than 400 attend- animate it convincingly ees from across the state and come up with ways last month. to represent what people 2019 was another were saying because it strong year for the festi- wasn’t always straight val, with 1,300 students forward.” across more than 80 Morrow said he schools submitting wanted to continue almost 300 fi lms. being involved in fi lm- The festival, now in making and animating its 17th year, has seen projects. dramatic growth in re- “I like doing exper- cent years with close to imental stuff, playing 30 per cent of the state’s around and seeing what schools now vying for looks good,” he said. a piece of the $18,000 “I’ve gotten a lot prize pool. better at animating and Of the 21 Tasma- stop motion, and it has nian award categories helped with my creativ- on offer, students from ity and creating a story Taroona High School with an actual plot.” took out four awards, Other winners including Best Original from Hobart included Score, People’s Choice Ben Dixon and Marvin Award, Best Documen- Drake (Hutchins), Amara tary and Best Film in the Gantz and Layne Kull- Intermediate Category. rich (Hobart College), Taroona High stu- Abigail Blazely and Cleo dent Morrow Taplin won Clocker (Taroona High Taroona High School student Morrow Taplin won two awards both the Best Film in the School), Sam Jones, Ru- at the 2019 MyState Student Film Festi val for his documentary Intermediate Category pert Bullard and Frankie ti tled ‘Death Wish’. and Best Documentary Goodsir (Friends), for ‘Death Wish’, a food- Carla Di Domenico (St (Ogilvie). also took out awards. based documentary-style Michael’s Collegiate Landsdowne Cres- Films can be viewed fi lm which asked people School), and Daisy cent Primary School on the MyState Student how they wanted to die. Pyefi nch, Lena Diddams, teacher Maria Pace and Film Festival website at “I was surprised Layla Leeds, Imogen the Lenah Valley Primary mystatefi lmfestival.com. because there were a lot Davies and Evie Genaris School grade four class au. STOCKTAKE UPCOMING SPECIAL FEATURE SALE

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EATON EATRE Looking to 2020 and beyond By Fiona Nolan, thoughtful leaders. excellent learning expe- awareness of the world Principal, By achieving an un- riences that recognise around them. Mount Carmel College derstanding of their own the uniqueness of each Our strategic plan spirituality, Mount Carmel student. encompasses fi ve goals WHAT an exciting phase students will make a Our spiritual values fundamental to Mount Mount Carmel College positive contribution to of love, justice, hope and Carmel College being a is in. the world with a sense compassion are embed- school of excellence. The community spent of their own worth and ded in our history and The plan celebrates last year reviewing what character in addition to a within the daily life of our our uniqueness, our herit- we do well and looking to well-developed sense of school. age and our commitment the future. global citizenship. This spiritual founda- to our students to be the The process again It is a school for girls, tion sits at the heart of best they can be. connected us to our roots belonging to girls and cel- everything we do. In 2020 and beyond, – the Sisters of Charity. ebrating our students as It shapes our values Mount Carmel College The courage that they aspire to excellence. and style of education. will incorporate the these Sisters displayed Mount Carmel It gives our students traditions of our heritage, when they decided to College is a nurturing confi dence and a sense together with the best come to Hobart en- community that knows of purpose, instilling in contemporary teaching courages us to be daring each student and whose them empathy, generosi- methods and learning and courageous in our mission it is to provide ty, inclusivity and a deep experiences. planning for the future – a future we can only imagine. We asked ourselves, what do we need to do better so our students are Revolutionising the most successful they can be – personally, aca- demically and socially? How can we enrich our students’ lives and the piano method empower them to have the courage to make a around southern Tasmania teaching difference in the word? general curriculum and classroom Mount Carmel Col- music. lege produces strong and Ms Dean said Simply Music was the largest playing-based music education institution in the world. “It presents a piano learning method that looks at music in a totally new light and pioneers a new direction in music education,” she said. “Its revolutionary approach profoundly differs from the more common, traditional ‘reading-based’ methods.” Created by Neil Moore, Simply Music Piano fi rst translates entire pieces into simple shapes and patterns that students can clearly see and easily play on the keyboard. “Students quickly build an extensive repertoire of various musical styles before learning to read notes,” Ms Dean said. Simply Music has a network of ed- WITH nearly a decade of experience ucators at around 600 locations across teaching piano using the Simply Music the globe. Program, Katie Dean, pictured, has Ms Dean offers group piano les- built up a sound knowledge of the sons in a fun and friendly environment teaching methods and pathway to with an emphasis on making the learn- success that it offers. ing journey rewarding for all students. Ms Dean started playing the piano With her studio located in Lenah OPEN when she was 10 years old and has Valley, she welcomes all ages from loved playing music ever since. children to seniors. DAY 2020 Holding a Bachelor of Education For more information, visit www. Sunday degree from the University of Tasma- simplymusic.com or www.katiedean- 15 March nia, she has worked in various schools pianostudio.com.

Educating, enriching and Katie Dean Piano Studio Simply Music is a revolutionary Australian developed piano and keyboard method empowering young women. that offers a breakthrough in music education. This unique approach has students of all ages, playing great sounding contemporary, gospel, classical, blues and accompaniment pieces – immediately from their very first lessons. Mount Carmel College is a school in the The best way to discover what makes us tradition of the Sisters of Charity. We live our different is to meet us. values of courage, compassion and justice throughout the life of our community. By We invite you and your daughter to arrange empowering our students every day, we follow a tour, explore our facilities and chat with the mission and ideals of our founding Sisters. our students and staff. Classes available Contact • Children Katie Dean A Catholic, Kinder to Year 10 school for girls. • Teens Lenah Valley • Adults 0419 144 663 361 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, Tasmania Ph (03) 6216 7900 mountcarmel.tas.edu.au • Seniors [email protected] 9

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prime times SUMMER 2020

From left , staff and residents at Uniti ng AgeWell Strathaven and Strathglen Bev Thompson, Violet Murray, Cheryle Bond, Terry Le May, Kay Hawtree, Jessica Bond, Angela Kaye and Ivett e Escobar put on their disco. John Travolta has nothing on these seniors UNITING AgeWell Strathaven and the residents reaching mile- ing songs and outf its from the With savings at over 600 Tasmanian and and Strathglen residents dusted stones, as well as the Uniti ng era, triggering positi ve memo- interstate outlets, choosing a business in the 2019-2020 off their white suits, fl ouncy AgeWell community in general. ries. dresses and dance shoes when “Aft er an acti vity like this, “Music plays a signifi cant Seniors Card Directory has never been easier. the aged care centre was trans- the residents thank us for pro- role in our lifestyle acti viti es and Remember to look for the sign or ask if Seniors Card is accepted. formed into a disco fever party. viding so much happiness and this was a parti cularly fun ti me To live more and pay less pick up your free copy of the Directory at Service Uniti ng AgeWell Strathaven joy,” she said. for many,” she said. Tasmania, Libraries Tasmania or Visitor Information Centres. You can also relived the 1970s atmosphere, “A lot of residents don’t go Resident Violet Murray said access a copy online at seniors.tas.gov.au or by calling 1300 13 55 13. complete with music, costumes, out anymore, so a big functi on it was great to see everybody so hairstyles and dance moves like this really brightens up their happy. from the era to celebrate Inter- day.” “An event like this gives nati onal Day of Older Persons. Leisure and lifestyle coordi- me the chance to meet other Lifestyle assistant Jessica nator Lina Sierra said the music residents, listen to music, dance Bond said the day was about was very popular among the and break the monotony of recognising long-serving staff residents, with many recognis- sitti ng in my room,” she said. Is there room in your Will for me?

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The prime Parkside Foundation times SUMMER 2020 Supporting people with a disability • Individual and group support • Life skills development • Recreation and Leisure • Supported holidays • School holiday and after school programs • Respite - evening and overnight weekend Giving the • Coordination of supports – improving life choices LOCAL AND TASMANIAN For further information Phone 03 6243 6044 Large enough to support you, small Email [email protected] enough to care. www.parksidefoundation.org.au ultimate gift

MERRAN Thurley has made the ulti mate gift that will one day give someone the joy of a Guide Dog. The 68-year-old knows only too well what these beauti ful companions provide, having received her fi rst Guide Dog when DENTURE CLINIC she was just 17. And now with her IN CLAREMONT eighth Guide Dog Ja- Let Lauren and Maria cob, Ms Thurley wants to ensure that other ensure your smile creates Tasmanians living with a lasting impression vision loss have the same independence • Free Consultation and freedom that she has enjoyed by leaving • No referrals needed a gift in her Will to Guide Dogs Tasmania. • DVA & Private health “If it wasn’t for the funds welcome generosity of others, I may not have been so lucky to have had eight wonderful dogs over − Same Day Repairs and Relines the past fi ve decades,” − Full and Partial Dentures Ms Thurley said. “Guide Dogs have 6249 1733 been such a big part of Shop 3/29 Main Road, Claremont (same complex as newsagency) my life and it gives me great purpose to know that I will be helping others when I’m gone.” Ms Thurley was born with congenital Merran Thurley with her Guide Dog Jacob. cataracts and by the but 51 years on, she up this morning and Dogs over my lifeti me age of 14 was totally can confi dently say getti ng on with the and leaving a gift in my blind. that Guide Dogs has day?” Ms Thurley said. Will allows me to carry LIFE IS SHORT When she received allowed her to work, Ms Thurley is now this on to others,” she her fi rst Guide Dog just travel, meet new peo- at the stage in her said. PLAN AHEAD a few years later, it was ple and most impor- life where she wants For more informa- like getti ng her driver’s tantly, given her the to ensure she leaves ti on on how to leave COMMUNITY INFORMATION DAY licence; exciti ng, but choice to do what she behind a legacy she can a gift in your Will to also a bit daunti ng. wants in life. be proud of. Guide Dogs Tasmania, Come along and hear valuable information on topics such as At 17, Ms Thurley “I oft en wonder if “I’ve had so much phone (03) 6232 1261

COTA: Aged Care Know How: get the inside word had no idea what her I didn’t have a Guide independence and or email bequest@ LEGAL AID TASMANIA: What is elder abuse? What options are available to future would look like, Dog, would I be getti ng pleasure from Guide guidedogstas.com.au. support this issue PALLIATIVE CARE TASMANIA: Advance Care Planning; start talking about whats important to you PERPETUAL TRUSTEES: Wills, Estate Planning, Executorship, Enduring Power Enjoy adventure with a of Attorney and being a Beneficiary. DEPT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES: Centrelink considerations and financial information new supportive group

PALLIATIVE CARE TASMANIA HOBART Combined Probus in on guest speakers, att end monthly To fi nd out more, head to Will host this day long event at the hunt for new members who meeti ngs, take part in a wide North Hobart Bowls & Com- Howrah Community Centre, 11 Howrah Rd, Howrah are looking to meet with fellow range of pursuits and travel munity Centre (located on the Date: Tuesday February 25, 2020, 10am - 3.30pm reti rees and join together in locally or around the world,” corner of Leti ti a Street and Ryde Lunch, morning & afternoon tea provided sti mulati ng acti viti es. Hobart Combined Probus Club Street, North Hobart) on every A not-for-profi t, community president Marti n Gorton said. fourth Friday of the month at service acti vity of Rotary, Probus “You can also enjoy exclusive 10am. comprises 1,700 clubs, with discounts through the Probus To register your interest or more than 125,000 members all Member Benefi ts Scheme, have for further informati on, contact For more information and to book your place (RSVP is required for catering purposes) please call Stefany on over New Zealand and Australia. access to exclusive Probus Trav- Marti n on 0438 675 005 or 0455 032 730 or email [email protected] “With an exciti ng program, el Insurance plans and develop email hobartcombinedprobus@ you’ll get to hear interesti ng new interests and stay acti ve.” gmail.com. 11

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prime times SUMMER 2020 Life is short… A snapshot plan ahead of a lifetime

ST Anne’s Nursing Home resident a career of 50 years that he had Max Samuelson, pictured, shared taken on his four-by-fi ve handmade his love and memories of photogra- pinhole camera. phy with other residents and their “We had these huge boxes fi lled friends and family during his very up with all these diff erent photos own photography exhibiti on, set up and I sat with Max and asked him with the help of Red Cross volunteer which images he wanted to include,” Ashley Stewart. he said. Showcasing around 300 photos, “We went through hundreds and PALLIATIVE Care Tasmania is nity are invited to att end all or everyone is on the same page the exhibiti on tells the story of Mr hundreds to get the 300 for the fi rst gearing up to host an informa- part of the day, the investment about providing you the best Samuelson’s career as a professional exhibiti on and then this one as well.” ti ve day of talks for community of your ti me will be well re- possible care should you lose photographer - from working at an With the exhibiti on being divided members to address everything warded and there is no charge the ability to communicate that American metropolitan newspaper into the three secti ons of people, you need to know to be in- for att ending. for yourself. and acti ng as a tutor in residenti al fl owers and water, Mr Samuelson formed and prepared as you Lawyers from the specialist COTA (Council of the Aging) photography in Campbell Town to aimed to show people what could be age. elder abuse unit at Legal Aid will have a representati ve doing talkback radio on the ABC done with black and white photos. These topics of discussion will present on the topic of explaining how to make the and publishing numerous arti cles in “I always thought black and are oft en avoided unti l it’s too Elder Abuse. best choices to help you age at photography publicati ons. white was old hat, but when you late, causing unnecessary dis- They will discuss what elder home by providing an introduc- Mr Samuelson lives at St Anne’s see what he’s done with the black tress for the person and their abuse means and what opti ons ti on to the aged care system Nursing Home with advanced Par- and white camera it’s amazing,” Mr family. are available to you to help to and how it works. kinson’s disease, which has left him Stewart said. Palliati ve Care Tasmania address this issue. All members of the com- in a state where he can hardly speak. The exhibiti on was a great boost hopes the informati on day will Perpetual Trustees will munity are welcome to come Mr Stewart said this exhibiti on for Mr Samuelson’s morale and also equip and empower people provide informati on on Wills, along for all of the day or just was a chance for Mr Samuelson to helped inspire other residents. with the informati on they need estate planning, executorship, for the sessions that interest showcase his talent and vast collec- “Other residents are keen to do so they can make the arrange- enduring power of att orney you. ti on. something similar for themselves ments they want before the and being a benefi ciary. Palliati ve Care Tasmania “I’ve been visiti ng Max for a bit now that they’ve seen Max’s suc- need arises, so they can get on A fi nancial informati on would like to acknowledge the over three years now and we had a cess,” Mr Stewart said. with living their best life. offi cer from the Department generous support of Clarence very successful exhibiti on two years “Not necessarily with photogra- The informati on day will be of Human Services (Centre- City Council in making this ago,” he said. phy, but with painti ng, handcraft s held at the Howrah Community link) will talk about fi nancial event possible. “Max said to me that he had all and other things – more of them Centre, located at 11 Howrah considerati ons when looking at Morning, aft ernoon tea and these hundreds of photos and that are becoming open about that and Road, Howrah, on Tuesday reti rement and the implicati ons lunch will be provided. he’d like to put on an exhibiti on and saying they could try.” 25 February from 9.30am to for Centrelink payments. For more informati on or it grew from there. St Anne’s resident Brenda Bant- 3.30pm. Palliati ve Care Tasmania to book your place (RSVP is “Feedback was excellent two ing had the opportunity to visit the There will be a series of will debunk the myth of what required for catering purposes), years ago – that’s why we’ve put on exhibiti on and said it was a great col- talks from interesti ng speakers palliati ve care is and discuss please contact Stefany on 0455 another one now.” lecti on of beauti ful photographs. on a range of topics. the importance of advance 032 730 or stefany.wunsch@ Mr Stewart said Mr Samuelson “It’s quite amazing – they’re very All members of the commu- care planning to make sure pct.org.au. had about 2000 photos spanning arti sti c and very lovely,” she said. WHY MOVE? 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12 Hobart Observer January 2020

prime times SUMMER 2020 Epic trek for Hobart couple

Paul and Kaye Gilhooly on their 2,193km trek across Europe. PAUL and Kaye Gilhooly They walked the who have completed older than the majority The walk took variable accommoda- countries now dom- have recently returned 2,193kms in 93 days, the whole walk from of walkers they met the duo through four ti on, language barriers inated by industrial home aft er completi ng plus a few days to Canterbury to Rome in along the way. countries, setti ng off and were always on the agriculture. the ancient Via Franci- recover and rest their one go. “This gave us a very from Canterbury where search for water, food, “As a consequence, gena pilgrim route feet. Paul, 61, and Kaye, special feeling and they then walked the and coff ee. a lot of the small towns from Canterbury in The Hobart couple 58, (who also has os- added to our sense 32kms to Dover in The couple carried and villages are de-pop- south-eastern England, are two of a very small teoarthriti s in her right of achievement,” Ms England before crossing everything they needed ulated and lacked even to Rome – on foot. number in the world knee) were signifi cantly Gilhooly said. the channel by ferry to in their small back- the most basic services Calais in France. packs, including water required.” From there, they and food, discarding Ms Gilhooly said crossed northern and unnecessary items as they accomplished central France into Swit- they went along. many smaller achieve- zerland around Lake While the Gilhoolys ments along the way. Geneva, up the Alps only met a small hand- “Walking from the and over the 2,473m ful of intrepid walkers Atlanti c to the Med- high Grand St Bernard’s doing the complete iterranean, walking Pass into northern Italy Via Francigena from from one side of France Get your and on to Rome. Canterbury to Rome, to the other, crossing “Each day was they said they met a lot Grand St Bernard’s Pass, first 10 exciti ng and new with of “friendly and helpful walking over the Cisa fresh challenges to people” throughout Pass, traversing the hot, overcome,” Ms Gilhooly their travels. humid, mosquito-infest- services* said. “Some of whom ed rice fi elds on the Po “As the weeks welcomed us into their Valley in northern Italy free! passed, we realised the homes and off ered us (the largest in Europe), journey became less comfort and refresh- to name just a few,” she about what we saw ments,” they said. said. each day and more “We were immersed The Gilhoolys about experiencing the in history on a daily arrived in St Peters journey itself. basis walking on trails Square in Vati can City “Long distance used by pilgrims, trav- with mixed emoti ons walking takes you into ellers and armies for of elati on, relief and For a limited time join KinCare with your a headspace of sim- more than 1000 years, sadness that the walk plicity and calmness – passing many amazing was now fi nished. Home Care Package and you will receive everything is intensifi ed monuments, castles, “Although for us and life is slowed down. towns, churches and it was a non-religious your first 10 eligible services free. “Day-to-day acti v- ancient roads. pilgrimage, a priest iti es of experiencing “In the fi rst two presented us with a YOU CAN CHOOSE ONE SERVICE TYPE OR MIX IT UP. THESE INCLUDE: each special sunrise, weeks walking across Testi monium from the • Meal preparation • Washing & folding • Dressing walking the kilometres, the plains of northern Vati can acknowledging • Shopping by list • Pet support • Social support individual fi nding food and ac- France we were fre- the completi on of our • House cleaning • Assistance with showering • Transport support commodati on take up quently confronted with epic journey to Rome,” most of the day. the remnants, mass they said. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Of course, there graves and monuments The couple then *All new Home Care Package customers who join KinCare from 30 September 2019 till 1 March 2020 are entitled to this offer. is also many amazing commemorati ng the travelled for three New customer cannot be receiving any current Home Care Package or Commonwealth Home Support Programme services from KinCare. The offer is for your first ten (10) free eligible services and is valued at $630. Services are strictly limited to a one things to see.” wasted lives of millions weeks through south- (1) hour selected KinCare service, valued at $63.30 per hour. For full terms and conditions visit kincare.com.au/free-services They batt led of men and women ern Italy and on to heatwaves in France, over two world wars. Istanbul in Turkey Switzerland and parts “Apart from histor- before returning home Contact your local team today of Italy, rain and wind, ical places, we spent to Hobart. swarms of mosquitoes a lot of ti me walking “Now all that’s left 1300 617 087 and biti ng fl ies, sore through the rural is contemplati ng, what feet, barking dogs, landscapes across four next?” they said. 13

Hobart Observer January 2020 13 Community News COMMUNITY DIARY New company bursts onto the Tassie art scene A BRAND-NEW theatre and screen company has burst onto the Tasmanian arts scene. The new company, Archipelago Produc- A HOBART LADIES BADMINTON tions, is spearheaded ASSOCIATION by directors, producers ARPA STBA Hall, 101 Cascade Road, South Hobart, and performers Marta Operating for more than 30 years. Social activ- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Dusseldorp and Ben ities for people retiring or retired. Regular bus 9.20am-12pm. Email secretaryhlba@gmail. Winspear, who will rotate trips, Sunday lunches, Ausmas and Christmas com or phone 0407 766 054 roles depending on the lunches. Activities include rambling, bushwalk- demands of the project. ing, social tennis, bi-monthly meetings with HOBART ROSTRUM CLUBS The duo has won speaker at ALMAS, 17 Alma Street, Bellerive at Learn to speak with confidence. Our coaches and continue to be 10.30am. Contact Doris 6272 3525. and members help you develop your skills: St nominated for various David’s Cathedral, Macquarie St, 1pm Tues- awards for their work B days. RACT 3rd floor café, Murray St, 7.20am and practice across the BICYCLE NETWORK TASMANIA Wednesdays. New Sydney Hotel upstairs, Ba- country. Our regular Social Rides program is great for thurst St, 1pm Thursdays. Makers Space, St They regularly people getting back into riding, or just wanting Johns Park, New Town, 7.15pm Thursdays. collaborate on theatre New theatre and screen company Archipelago Productions will present its production of ‘The Bleeding Tree.’ some company on the bike. Free, friendly and www.rostrum.com.au or Ph. 6234 6672. works such as the highly safe, we go to interesting places and coffee successful ‘Victory’, mann Award, the David violence against women, programmed in the state. is usually involved. Check out our upcoming ‘Gloria’ and ‘Scenes from L Williamson Award, the written in a brutal and “We are firmly events via our website: www.biketas.org.au. a Marriage.’ LENAH VALLEY RSL Premier’s Literary Award hilariously grotesque committed to supporting While there, take a look at our Pedal Power - The Bleeding Tree Monday to Friday, 4pm to close. Saturday and an Australia Writers style, The Bleeding Tree the Theatre Royal’s vision Try an E-bike project. will be its fourth produc- Guild Award. places responsibility for of more local works on 2pm to close. Sunday 3pm to close. Wednes- tion in collaboration, and “The play has en- these crimes at our col- local stages by partnering day and Saturdays we have out Meat Spin the first produced under joyed extended seasons lective feet, and proposes with them to present C nights starting at 6.15pm. Ten weekly prizes the Archipelago Produc- and transfers from its a surreal but astonishing high quality work of CROQUET to be won. tions banner. original home at Griffin, solution. great importance in the Sandy Bay Croquet Club, 4 Long Point Rd, Mr Winspear said moving to the Sydney “Our intention is to new venue,” he said. Lower Sandy Bay. Join us for relaxing social M play or the stimulation of competition, either The Bleeding Tree was Theatre Company main bring quality productions “This is a chance to MASTERS ATHLETICS Golf or Association Croquet. New members one of the most im- stage and touring to of some of the best introduce an audience to Come and try athletics for the over 30’s in a are always welcome. Coaching and loan of portant theatre texts to Melbourne, provoking writing the country has a new space, a new com- relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Running, walk- equipment supplied. For inquiries phone come out of Australia in and galvanising audiences to offer to Tasmanian pany and new faces, and ing, jumping and throwing on Wednesdays at Alicia on 0409196957 or email sandybaycro- the past decade, winning across the country,” Mr audiences.” show that Hobart can be the Domain Athletic Centre from October to [email protected] numerous awards for its Winspear said. Mr Winspear said the a connected and relevant March. Program at www.tasmastersathletics. literary power, originality “A revenge drama, opening of the Hedberg place where the most org.au or for more information please contact and ferocity of intent. tapping the great anguish Studio was an opportu- vital work in the country F the secretary on email: tasmasterssec@ This includes the and rage surrounding the nity to redefine the way can also be found and FACIAL PAIN SUPPORT GROUP gmail.com or phone: 0402 314 079. Griffin Award, The Help- continued epidemic of theatre was created and enjoyed year-round.” For information and general support for Trigeminal Neuralgia and other facial pain N sufferers, contact Helen Tyzack on 0459 022 NATIONAL SENIORS AUSTRALIA 883 and [email protected]. HOBART BRANCH Meets at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, Tasmania’s wild west on show FINSWIMMING Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay on the fourth Fast, graceful, fun. Join the finswimming TASMANIA’S wild and Monday of the month from 10am-12noon. team and swim like a dolphin at the Hobart rugged west coast is Guest speakers, outings raffle. Cost $8 for Aquatic Centre on Tuesday, Wednesday, being celebrated in a morning tea. Members and visitors welcome. Thursday, Saturday and Oceana Mornington new exhibition at the Please contact Mary 0448 259 747. Tasmanian Museum and on Tuesday. Ages 7-70. Email ozfinswim- [email protected] or text 0418 136 837. Art Gallery (TMAG). NEW TOWN CROQUET CLUB ‘West: Out on the Welcome new members and those wishing Edge’ is a new multi- H to try croquet. We are situated in a beautiful disciplinary exhibition HOBART COMBINED PROBUS CLUB environment in Creek Road behind the Net- that seeks to explore the The Hobart Combined Probus Club meets at ball courts. Coaching is available and all you complexities and con- 10am on the fourth Friday morning of each need to bring is yourself and soft soled shoes. tradictions of Tasmania’s month (except December) at the North Hobart Games are played Tuesday, Wednesday, west and what makes Bowls and Community Centre, corner of Thursday and Saturday. For enquiries please the west what it is today. Letitia Street and Ryde Street, North Hobart. phone Gaylene 0419 329 337. Minister for the Fun, fellowship and friendship for everyone Arts and local Liberal in retirement. Each month there is a guest S Member for Clark Elise speaker. All welcome. Enquiries Geoff on ph. Archer officially opened 0414 104 570. SERENITY IN THE CITY the exhibition, which Thursdays, 12.30-1pm at Mathers House, Bathurst St (between the Library and The is the first in a series of HOBART EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD Playhouse Theatre). Take time out to give exhibitions planned by Meet at Lenah Valley Baptist Centre, 2 Pottery TMAG director Janet Carding, right, with Minister for the Arts and local Liberal Member for Clark yourself the gift of peace and serenity during TMAG that explores Rd, Lenah Valley every Thursday 10am Elise Archer. your lunch break. This weekly session will a unique region of the -12.30pm and 7pm-9.30pm. New members comprise guided meditations run by experi- state. west today.” Also, they will be ies,” Ms Archer said. and beginners welcome. Ph 6272 6122. “West: Out on the West: Out on the able to delve into the “There is no doubt enced meditators. Edge illustrates how Edge combines cultural west’s extensive industri- that the west coast is a HOBART FILM SOCIETY people have shaped the and industrial heritage al history and discover unique part of Tasma- More than 50 free members-only screenings T west and, in turn, been with natural sciences, ge- how the region has nia and it’s fantastic to a year at 7.30pm, discounts at other cinemas. TASMANIAN AMPUTEE SOCIETY shaped by it,” she said. ology, Aboriginal history inspired countless artists, see the west and its Quality films from all periods of cinema To connect with the society or for further “One of the ele- and culture and art to past and present. people celebrated in an history. Philip Smith Theatre, Edward Street, information, the southern Tasmanian contact ments that struck me explore what makes the “I’m so pleased to exhibition at our state Glebe. 12 months $47, concessions for cou- is Tim Marks: phone 1300 782 231. was the incorporation west what it is. see that TMAG has museum.” ples, seniors, students etc. hobartfilmsociety. of stories about peo- Visitors will be reached out to the west Accompanying the com.au or 6231 3581. TASSIE ROCKERS DANCE CLUB ple living in the west, able to learn about the coast community to exhibition is an exten- Every Wednesday at the Derwent City Bowls from the pioneers who west’s defining natural gather their stories and sive public program of 7pm-10pm. Suitable for all ages and family moved there to seek elements, as well as the perspectives to present special events and talks. friendly. Ph. Caryl 0409 703 044. their fortunes in the stories of people who in this exhibition, which West: Out on the mining industry in the made their home in the you can view in the Edge is on show at the Entries for the community calendar must be submitted to [email protected] 19th century to those remote and often inhos- wonderful films that are Tasmanian Museum and This is a free service for non-profit community groups and local events. making a home in the pitable environment. screening in the galler- Art Gallery until 10 May. Please keep contributions to 30 words or less. 14

14 Hobart Observer January 2020 Health & Lifestyle Phonics testing pilot to lift educational outcomes

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Hobart Observer January 2020 15 Health & Lifestyle New agreement How to change a habit you did not do it. a person yet that What is also inter- continues eating after esting is that one night brushing their teeth); a week you don’t sit on • Set up some rules like commences for the couch – you garden, ‘the kitchen shuts at or socialise, or walk your 7pm’, or; dog and then take a • Switch out the habit shower and clean your of eating chocolate teeth, and you don’t even with a more desira- think about chocolate. ble healthy habit of Hobart Private This is an example of drinking herbal tea. a cue-specifi c habit. The cue is the sitting New habits take a lit- on the couch. So, what tle while to form and I’ve might we do about this? heard it takes anywhere Hospital By Jo Cordell-Cooper* gating all the habits When we have between 21 and 66 days and thoughts around a cue-specifi c habit, to be truly automatic. IN my work as a health purchasing the chocolate, we need to work on There is no magic and mindset coach, I am let’s keep this example strengthening the cues number of days though, regularly helping people simple. that do not result in so just keep trying new with habits that they wish You are sitting on the eating chocolate. things until the right habit to either eliminate or couch after dinner eating The brain won’t forms that meets your create. chocolate. necessarily make this needs. A habit, in its simplest You are not hungry. easy for you – the brain Good luck and if this form, is something that You are not even likes routine – but there article resonates with you do as a matter of thinking about the is reason for optimism you, make contact. routine that would feel chocolate going into your because when not sitting For further mindset quite odd not doing. mouth, and you often on the couch, you aren’t tips, head to my free Cleaning your teeth eat a whole family-sized thinking about chocolate. Facebook group Holistic Personal Training or is an age-old routine, but chocolate. So: make contact at jocc. probably the habit that When you decide • Sit on the couch less; com.au. most of my clients wish that you no longer want • Find a new hobby (or to eliminate is overeating. to do this, but fi nd it hard something) that keeps *Jo Cordell-Cooper is the Let’s take the exam- to stop, it’s a habit. you busy at this time; award-winning business ple of eating chocolate. It would feel like • Brush your teeth owner of Jo CC Holistic Without investi- something is missing if earlier (I haven’t met PT.

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Hobart Observer January 2020 17 Community News $70,000 to help Young jeweller shines RUBY Morris, a 23-year- old from West Hobart, has received a vital kickstart to her career bright minds support as a jeweller after being named the 2019 recipient of the FIND Jewel- lery Student Bursary. The FIND Jewel- healthy minds lery Bursary supports a local jeweller to build their business in a way that best meets their needs, whether that be through the purchase of equipment or materials to support their work, to participate in masterclasses, or towards marketing. “This award will allow me to kickstart my career by being able to purchase some new jewellery-making equip- Minister for the Arts Elise Archer with emerging jewellery maker Ruby Morris from West Hobart. ment such as a jeweller’s saw, a solder torch and a Centre recently. and cultural sector is a specialised Dremel tool “Ruby is an exciting, critical part of the state, to assist with polishing emerging Tasmanian injecting approximately my jewellery,” Ms Morris artist who is studying a $179 million into the said. Certifi cate IV in Visual Tasmanian economy a “Also, being the Arts at TAFE and has year and directly em- 2019 recipient of the produced a wonderful ploying approximately FIND Student Bursary series of brass pieces 5000 people. has been a huge confi - exploring textures within “This bursary is one From left , Kirstan Wilding (TasNetworks), Sherri Ring (The Mind Games) and Alison Ven (Menzies Insti tute). dence boost for me. nature, with a particular of the many ways in “Now, I really focus on insects,” Ms which new and emerg- THE Mind Games The teams tackled fl ow in. Institute. believe that I can go Archer said. ing artists are supported Race for Research has 10 ‘amazing race’ style “Our goal was to “It’s great that most out there and achieve “The thought behind to be valuable contrib- raised $70,000 to help challenges designed to raise $50,000 and we workplaces are much at a level that I nev- Ruby’s pieces, as well utors to the cultural the Menzies Institute test teamwork, creativity thought that was an am- more aware and accept- er thought would be as her exploration and creative sector,” Ms for Medical Research and communication. bitious target,” she said. ing of mental health possible.” of techniques is very Archer said. continue its research into Mind Games or- “So, to hand over a issues than in the past,” Minister for the Arts impressive, especially “I’m excited to see workplace mental health. ganiser and workplace cheque for $70,000 feels Professor Martin said. Elise Archer made the considering she only where Ms Morris’ talent The inaugural event wellness expert Sherri pretty amazing.” “Now it’s time to announcement at the started the jewellery and training will take took place in Hobart Ring said the event was Work and mental move to the next stage FIND Contemporary portion of her course in her, and this bursary will late last year, attracting an enormous success and health specialist Professor and that is developing Jewellery Collective recent months.” allow Ruby to explore 250 participants from received “rave reviews” Angela Martin accepted evidence-based actions at the Salamanca Arts Tasmania’s arts her techniques further.” 50 businesses across from participants, with the cheque recently on that help people stay Tasmania. donations continuing to behalf of the Menzies mentally healthy in the workplace. “We can also do more to better support those with mental health conditions to gain and maintain employment.” Professor Martin said the funding raised by the Mind Games would contribute to developing new research initiatives. “Our fi rst priority is to develop a clear picture of the current state of play in workplace mental health across all Tas- manian industries and sectors,” she said. “We really need accu- rate data to guide the development of statewide policy and practices, and to determine specifi c areas of need for new research projects.”

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18 Hobart Observer January 2020 Community News Never leave children and pets alone in your car Memories of home

WITH both summer and were rapid and could be In relation to animals, the school holidays in full devastating. police should be called swing, RACT is remind- “As the temperature on 13 14 44. cooking help Daniel ing Tasmanians of the inside a vehicle increases, Further advice dangers of children and any child or pet locked in regarding animals locked pets becoming locked in a car can begin to devel- in vehicles should be a car. op heat stress and start to directed to the RSPCA. Between 1 January dehydrate,” she said. 2019 and 31 Decem- “In addition, young Other facts to ber 2019, the RACT children are more consider: Roadside patrols received sensitive to heat than callouts to 99 children older children or adults, • Darker coloured and 126 pets, as well as meaning they can be at cars can reach 16 adults, locked in cars. greater risk of heat stroke slightly higher tem- RACT executive and other health risks. peratures when general manager Mem- “It is a pretty simple parked in the sun. bership and Community message – don’t leave • The colour of the Stacey Pennicott said children or pets unat- interior trim has it only took a moment tended in a car, even for little impact on to accidentally become a moment.” the speed that the locked in a car and the Ms Pennicott said temperature inside consequences could be RACT would prioritise a car increases. devastating. callouts to children, pets • Tinted win- “The temperature and adults locked in cars, dows make little inside a parked vehicle and you don’t have to be difference to the on a typical summer’s a member to receive the temperature of day could be 30 to 40 service. the interior of a degrees celsius hotter “We just want to vehicle. than outside,” she said. make sure everyone is • A large car can “And it doesn’t even safe,” she said. heat up just as have to be a particularly Ms Pennicott said if quickly as a small hot day – even at 22 a member of the public car. degrees the interior of a noticed a child locked in • Having the win- car could rise up to 62 a car and the owner was dows down fi ve degrees.” unknown to them, Tas- centimetres causes Ms Pennicott said the mania Police should be only the slightest effects of being locked advised immediately by decrease in tem- in a car on a warm day calling triple zero (000). perature.

West Hobart resident Daniel Brimfi eld, 17, was named the 2019 Canteen Christmas Appeal nati onal ambassador. Pictured inset with his mother Maria, who passed away from breast cancer in 2018. FOR 17-year-old Daniel time together, we were “My mum was a chef Brimfi eld there are two laughing, we were eating, and she owned two busi- things that helped him we were being a family, nesses in Hobart, so food get through the loss of so it was just background was something I grew up his mother, Maria, to noise.” with,” he said. breast cancer in 2018 In 2018, Maria “I didn’t realise how – Canteen’s Good Grief passed away and Daniel special her food was until program and the memo- attended the Canteen’s I grew older and we start- ry of cooking with her. Good Grief program, ed cooking together.” The West Hobart lo- which was specifi cally One of their favourite cal was named the 2019 desgined for people with recipes was a tiramisu national ambassador bereavement in their that Maria made in her of Canteen’s Christmas family to make peer-to- café. Appeal and has been peer connections and “We would make sharing his story to raise refl ect on life and their one if we were going funds for the Good Grief loved one. somewhere or for special program and help young “I didn’t realise I occasions, such as season- people through diffi cult needed Canteen because al lunches we did with times. I thought I was dealing our friends,” Daniel said. In 2013, Daniel came with it fi ne,” Daniel said. “The fi rst season home from school to “But Canteen is not we did one without my the news that his mum something that you need mum I made a tiramisu, had been diagnosed with when you’re in a really but didn’t think it was a stage four breast cancer. dark spot, it’s something big deal. When the family that’s always there, it’s a “When I put it on the discovered the cancer constant and you realise table and started eating, was terminal they started its impact when you do I realised that it had spending more time to- need it. more of an impact than gether, with their regular “At school you’ve got I thought and that made routine involving lunches your friends, but they me understand I had an with loved ones to cook, don’t understand what ability to help others.” eat and make memories. chemo is, they don’t Having led the “I was in grade six at understand the different cooking for his family the time and from then aspects of cancer and Christmas in 2019, on it just became part of what it can do, what it is Daniel has raised more life – I was young, so it and what it looks like. than $99,000 of his became part of my grow- “It’s a really different $108,876 goal to help ing up,” Daniel said. connection that you send 129 people through “My parents made it make within Canteen, it’s the Canteen Good Grief quite easy in a way be- peer-to-peer connections program. cause normal life contin- that you carry forward “Anyone who has ued, it was something we and look after because lost someone realises dealt with and it became they’re important.” how important the time part of day-to-day life. Daniel said cooking together was, not just “As far as I was with his mum was some- the specifi c milestones concerned that was okay thing he started to do or events, but just the because my mum was to get close to her and day-to-day things,” Daniel here, we were spending make special memories. said. 19

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Young poets receive high praise TWO of Hobart’s young poets it to symbolise our friendship,” Winning poems were selected have received national praise after Jackson said. from more than 2,350 submis- being highly commended for their “My poem is based off this sions from across Australia and entries in the Red Room Poetry’s and is trying to say that people Aotearoa New Zealand, with a competition, ‘Poetry Object can perceive things differently.” total prize pool worth more than 2019.’ Jackson said he wrote the $10,000. New Town High School stu- poem as part of his English The poems evoke wonder New Towndent High Jackson School student Mellor, Jackson pictured, Mellor and received Writing nati classonal praisewith forteacher his entry Daniel in the Redand curiosity as tributes for small Room Poetry’sOgilvie competi High tiSchool on, ‘Poetry student Object Keely 2019.’ Howard. objects, precious moments and Hunter’s entries in the competi- “We had a poet come in and memories. tion, titled ‘Loved by Me’ and ‘A give us the task to write a very “It was an honour to read note’ respectively, were inspired short poem,” he said. the shortlisted poetry entries by treasured, curious or talismanic “The fi rst line of that poem for the 2019 Red Room Poetry objectives. was the only thing I kept, but Object competitions,” judge and Jackson’s poem followed the right from the start I had the same award-winning poet Emilie Zoey theme of one man’s trash is an- inspirational story. Baker said. other man’s treasure, which held a “Writing is something I want “There were some truly excit- special meaning for him. to keep doing because it helps me ing new voices that I’m thrilled to “I was given a rock from a express my feelings by writing it highlight here. very close friend for my birthday a out and not just telling someone. “I looked for poets that had a couple of years ago that he paint- “I feel if I can do it in the most vision they wanted to share and ed on, and because we’re both creative way possible then it’s fun had found a way to draw the Aboriginal he told me to keep and I enjoy it.” reader in.”

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THE annual Women on girls and women who’d like before you hit the tarmac. Intercity Cycleway to At the end of the ride, cle Network members and Wheels bicycle ride turns 20 to ride more but don’t have Valhalla Ice-Cream and Banjo’s Bakery is providing riders aged under 16, and this year and it’s celebrating the confi dence to go it alone There will be three ride back – 12km, 70 metres lunch at the Long House. $15 for other riders. with a new central Hobart just yet. choices: climbing. New riders can meet If you register as a group location and choice of three The ride starts at others and fi nd out about (three or more people) there routes to get locals spinning. 10.30am on Sunday 1 • Queens Domain and The fi rst ride will be Bicycle Network’s social is a 10 per cent discount on Riding a bicycle has March and helps to kick off the Intercity Cycleway the most challenging as it rides or hook up with other entry prices. given women independence, Tasmanian Bike Week events. – 26km, 204 metres involves some hill climbing like-minded riders for their Register and pay online fun and exercise over the This year, it is kicking climbing. up the Queen’s Domain, own casual outings. at www.biketas.org.au/ decades, but many are nerv- off at the Long House at • Intercity Cycleway and the second ride will still give There will also be some wow2020. ous about riding alone or on Macquarie Point from 10am Glenorchy Arts and your legs a workout and spot prizes for those riders Bicycle Network has ap- busy roads. with a bike check from the Science Precinct – 23km, the third is for those mums who can answer the quiz plied to the City of Hobart Bicycle Network’s Wom- friendly folk at Ken Self Cy- 88 metres climbing. who want to ride with their questions. for a community grant to en on Wheels is for those cles and some bike skills tests • Family ride on the children. Tickets are $10 for Bicy- help put on the ride. 20

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Tassie students braved the chill to compete in the 12th Schools Triathlon Challenge late last year. STUDENTS BRAVE HOBART COLD FOR SCHOOLS TRIATHLON THE Schools Triathlon Chal- siasm and get involved. students are learning to han- help other children who live lifestyles,” he said. Wells said it was never too lenge returned for its 12th “When the children are dle the pressure and scale of with type 1 diabetes every “The students get to early to practice good habits year with more than 3,600 young, they’re coming into the event and that even if day,” he said. perform in front of a huge of healthy eating and active primary and secondary that time when they can be things don’t go the way they More than $3000 has crowd and running down lifestyles. school students braving the involved in organised sport want they can still fi nish and been raised in the 2019 that fi nish chute is such a “Reducing your risk icy Hobart temperatures to and they’ve got the enthu- be successful.” event. big buzz for them – that’s of health problems in the compete in the annual event. siasm and motivation to go Mr Smith said the tri- Mr Smith said along certainly one thing that gets future is more than eating 726 secondary school out and give everything a athlon was raising money to with the newcomers to the the kids back here.” healthily, you need to get students and 2,951 primary go,” he said. support young Tasmanians event, a number of people Year eight students out there and get active, and school students from 91 “Our event philosophy is diagnosed with type 1 diabe- returned to the triathlon for Jessica Sealy and Jordan Peel it’s never too early to start,” schools raced against each to help promote active and tes to attend one of the fi ve a consecutive year. competed for the fi fth time she said. other by swimming, cycling healthy lifestyle choices for Diabetes Tasmania children’s “Now in our 12th year, and said it was a fun event “With the rates of type 2 and running in individual students, provide a pathway camps held throughout the we are seeing students that to get involved in. diabetes diagnosis increas- and team events. for students to become year. have completed all challeng- “I like getting everyone ing, it is more important Schools Triathlon Chal- engaged in physical activity “It is important for stu- es from grade three to 10 involved and having a good than ever for us to get the lenge event director Tim and to provide students with dents to not only look after and have gone on to com- day with some good exercise message in at the grassroots Smith said the event was an opportunity to under- their own health and wellbe- petitive triathlons, and of and being able to chill out level and to get our kids on getting bigger every year and take an achievable personal ing, but to also be commu- course are now very aware with my friends,” Jordan said. the right path to be able to it was really encouraging to challenge. nity-minded and realise that of the benefi ts of physical ac- Diabetes Tasmania chief achieve a healthy life in the see the students show enthu- “It’s also great to see that through this they can also tivity, nutrition and healthy executive offi cer Caroline future.”

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