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Call 1300 055 055 or Kathleen on 0408 516 840 | www.belswan.com.au Come and see us now at Lovegrove Street, Pinjarra – opposite the Bowling Club A Bus to Go NEW HOME At Belswan Pinjarra the residents are not just physically active they are socially active, always NEW LIFE ready for a social outing and they have just the bus to do The residents of Belswan’s Pinjarra Lifestyle it. Whether they are off to Village understand this statement because they a restaurant, a concert or a road trip to some area of are indeed living their new life. Here are some of interest there are always the reasons why. plenty of takers. The village is located in the rural hub of Pinjarra. Pets Welcome Here If you haven’t visited Pinjarra lately you are in Our residents cherish for one big surprise but more their pets which range from canaries about that later. to cats and dogs. As long as your The Belswan Village itself is set pet causes no amongst green parklands and interference landscaped gardens which off er to neighbours calming walkways to be enjoyed and has an amiable nature by its residents. they are most welcome. Sharing the good times We said the Belswan Pinjarra folks are a social lot and perhaps the biggest turnout is fi sh and chip night. From the moment it Looking After the Details was introduced its When new residents move in it’s Margaret, Belswan’s popularity soared Pinjarra village manager who smooths the way. This now just about continues as she looks after the day to day running of everyone in the the village while you enjoy your new relaxed lifestyle village rushes to amongst a community of like-minded residents. get a seat on the big night. A pool pavilion and gym. Pinjarra residents are an active The Wollaston Lane lot. Swimming laps, Precinct exercising with water The Wollaston Lane Precinct aerobics, jogging or is a secure development of enjoying a sauna or townhouse style homes within the Belswan village. relaxing in the spa Great fi t out and a price to match. Women love are just some of the the kitchens and bathrooms. Unfortunately we activities available. couldn’t get the crowd out of the kitchen to show you its features. A landscape to admire Everyone who visits the Belswan Pinjarra village comments on the care and maintenance of the grounds. The credit for this must go to Ben who is a great all- rounder and known for his guidance to the residents when they are planting up their own gardens.

Belswan Pinjarra is holding an Date: 25 March 2015 Time: 10am – 2pm You’re OPEN HOUSE Location: Lovegrove St, Pinjarra invited to on Wednesday 25 March (opposite the bowling club) Come along to meet with the residents, take a tour and enjoy Join Us some fi sh and chips served between 12pm and 1pm. ATTENTION PET OWNERS GOING ON HOLIDAY? FREE SINGLE? Consider treating your pet We have your partner to a holiday too... MONTHLY Providing a personal introductions service for active seniors since 1995 NO COMPUTER NEEDED! 9371 0380

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WA’S PREMIER MONTHLY PAPER FOR THE OVER 45s45s VOLUME 24 NO. 08 ISSUE NO. 276 MARCH 2015 In this Issue • WA’s world of dance... • Let’s Go Travelling Eat, Drink, Perth crushing displays. - WA’s Great Outdoors Northbridge Food and • Downsizing feature Wine – Then and Now – 6pm • Arts and entertainment 26 March is a panel discus- • Find yourself a companion sion which focuses on North- bridge as a food and wine destination. Everyone has a memory of the old Italian res- Competitions/Giveaways taurants such as the Romany, the Silver Dollar, Simon’s and Sorrento which were the big venues in the 50s and 60s. Later, Chinatown, yum cha and other offerings at- tracted more people into the area, while these days small bars offer  ne food and wine. Journalists Russell Woolf and Rob Broad eld, who have extensive knowledge of the history of Northbridge TICKETS food and wine, will head a Cinderella discussion, speaking with The Manfreds the likes of Clint Nolan, of Infinitely Polar Bear La Cholita; Fiona Di Lanzo, Alliance Française French Film Festival of Sorrento Restaurant and Dior and I Mike Keiller, of Northbridge Brewing Company. The event will be held outdoors in the Northbridge Like us on facebook Piazza, with guests enjoying a glass of wine and light food WA's longest running newspaper on arrival. Panel discussion starts at 7pm. for the over 45s The Songkran Festival in Russell Square on 12 April Visit www.haveagonews.com.au is an annual festival to cel- ebrate the traditional Thai

HAGN#075/276 New Year. The event will in- clude stalls, rides and enter- tainment from 11am - 4pm as well as a water blessing ceremony, traditional sing- ing, Thai classical dance, food stalls, Muay Thai (box- ing) and the Miss Songkran Food for Life beauty pageant. Bar Wars in the Chung Wah Laneway (Northbridge Piazza) 2pm – 10pm 18 There is something for everyone at this year’s Eat, Drink, Perth festival April is a good-natured bar war pitting staff from the by Josephine Allison and  ne-tuning for the event nights of Asian delights until setting. The twilight Hawk- city’s Angel Bar against Mt which attracts big crowds. 29 March. Held at the Perth ers’ Market continues weekly Lawley’s Enrique’s with a THERE will be something The feast of free and ticketed Cultural Centre precinct, the with the special offering of a range of great drinks being for everyone when the City events include street eats, market will bring the col- dessert garden. slung by bar staff from both Free delivery, Home meal service of Perth’s annual food and long-table dinners, markets, our, sounds and smells of an Perth’s focus on sustain- venues and guest appear- High quality, great tasting meals beverage Festival starts soon master classes, celebrity chef Asian hawkers’ market with able living sees a new event, ances by rockstar bartenders with  ve weeks of new food meet ‘n’ greets, demonstra- all the hype of a big outdoor Healthy Food Theatre staged around the city. There will Choose from over 65 main meals including soups and desserts  avours and events across tions and tastings, pop-up festival. at Northbridge Piazza. There also be food, a DJ, a chill- and special dietary need menus available. out zone, fun entertainment Suitable for: New mothers, recuperating at home, busy the city. Restaurants, cafes, events, a four-course dessert This is followed by the is also the return of fresh professionals, elderly and frail, disabled, desiring independent bars and speciality retailers degustation and lots of fam- hugely popular fourth annual produce market Perth Home and judging by special guest living, primary carers, looking for convenient meals. have joined together for the ily food fun. daytime Yum Cha in the Park Grown in Murray Street judges and the public. Bars 11th year to help cater for the Perth’s inaugural night at Northbridge Piazza 28 Mall 22 and 29 March which will be judged on the quality 6/26 Kalamunda Road, South Guildford most discerning palate. Noodle Market kicks off March with dumplings, bub- showcases locally made of their drinks, skills, banter Offi ce phone: 9378 2544 The City of Perth has de- from 5pm-10pm on 18 ble tea and other delicious produce and products with and overall guest enjoyment. www.homechef.com.au voted weeks of planning March with 12 consecutive morsels served in an outdoor a highlight traditional grape- continued on page 3

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To purchase tickets visit TICKETEK.COM - For more information visit www.dalailamainaustralia.org 2 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 From the editor’s desk Making tracks to cure blindness glean snippets of wisdom ‘cutting-edge research in- con rm that research- RETINA Australia (WA) is holding its  fth found at Castledare Place in Wilson. that might help me to pro- dicates that your outlook ers are already aware that annual Family Fun Day – Making Tracks to Parking and entry to the grounds are free. long the inevitable and be can change how you age at our moods, feelings and Cure Blindness at Castledare Miniature Rail- For health and safety reasons, covered as healthy as I can through a cellular level.’ thoughts have an impact way on Sunday 22 March from 10am – 2pm. shoes must be worn when riding on the trains. the ageing process. In his introduction he on physical health and he Whilst helping raise funds to cure blindness, The volunteers at Castledare Miniature Rail- Recently, a special cites and debunks as myth quotes the instance of the the big and little kids can ride the ever popular way have generously donated their time and health issue of my weekly many slogans that some of power of the mind to in u- miniature trains, both diesel and steam, along trains for this event to maximise the funds copy of Time magazine, my friends and I have been ence the body evidenced the river and through picturesque parks and raised for Retina Australia WA Inc. which I have been read- consoling ourselves with by the use of placebos in bushland. Conducted tours of the loco sheds All the funds raised by Retina Australia ing and enjoying since the over the years and which medicine to make people and workshops will also be available. (WA) are spent on research into eye diseases 1960s, featured a baby include, “I’m 70 years think they feel better with- This year guests will be able to enjoy the caused by faulty genes such as Retinitis Pig- on the front cover with young” and “Fifty is the out the need to use strong delicacies from the ‘pop up’ café precinct mentosa - which is a leading cause of child- serving fresh brewed coffee and gourmet hood blindness, macular degeneration and Judith Treby the prediction that he/she new 40.” drugs. could live to be 145 years Delivering a reality So, the good news is that burgers through to a sausage sizzle and ice other retinal dystrophies. HELLO Everyone, old. check on both of these well having an upbeat personal- cream. For further information about the Cas- Don’t worry - be happy In this edition I found worn clichés, Kluger says ity and thinking positively There will be live music, amusement rides tledare Miniature Railway Family Day or There has been a wealth several interesting articles that as life expectancy in as you get older can have and games to entertain and delight. Retina Australia (WA) contact Renae Loftus of information lately on the on ageing, and in particu- the US is 78, if you are a profound effect on not Castledare Miniature Railway can be on 9388 1488 or [email protected] issue of ageing, which as lar one entitled Get Your indeed 70, then it won’t only your personal happi- one who is getting older I Head in the Game by Jef- be long before you are 78 ness, but on how quickly read voraciously hoping to frey Kluger who says that and would of course have you age physically. “Speed dating with art…” reached your life expect- If you would like to FOR THE second year run- a speci c and informed in- “The interest in Austral- WANTED: ancy. The mathematical know more about this ning, Artitja Fine Art’s  rst sight into how it comes to- ian Indigenous art is de - reality is that 50 is 50 and fascinating subject, then exhibition for the year will gether.” nitely still out there and it ALL ANTIQUE CHINA & COLLECTABLES cannot and will never even Google Time magazine and open with a lively, theatrical The parade and exhibition is encouraging to see many Specialists in dealing with deceased estates and valuations. be the new 49½. search for issue 23 Febru- event in which more than 80 features brilliantly coloured younger collectors com- Anything old or interesting, antique and costume jewellery. Then, just as I am feel- ary to 2 March 2015. works of art from more than canvases by leading estab- ing into the market” says ing a sense of despair, he That’s all from me this 20 Aboriginal art communi- lished artists and upcoming Kanaris “Along with that CONTACT JOHN FOR THE BEST PRICE & ADVICE quotes positively another month. ties around Australia will be talents from more than 20 art interest is a curiosity and a 9378 3988 OR 0418 956 616 well worn saying, “You’re Keep healthy and happy. paraded. centres and remote commu- natural need for an explana- only as old as you feel”, The ART PARADE - nities as far away as the APY tion of not just the paintings, and explains that recent Judith Treby dubbed by one commentator Lands (the tri-border states but the culture in which the research into how you feel editor@haveagonews. as ‘speed dating with art’, WA, NT, SA) and the Tiwi art is created. and think can in uence com.au will be presented by special Islands, and will include The art parade and exhi- how well you age. Like us on Facebook or guest Susan McCulloch barks from Yirrkala, many bition will be of great value Kluger goes on to follow us on Twitter... OAM, Melbourne based art of the communities which to collectors of Australian curator, writer and publisher Kanaris has visited. Indigenous art. who devised the concept. Well established artists ART PARADE (event) “We immediately saw such as Jimmy Donegan, will be held at MOSARTS Leave a lasting legacy... merit in the concept, particu- winner of the 2010 National 16 Lochee Street, Mosman ...give a dog a second chance at life! 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Postal Address: PO Box 1042 cruise ship, it was pleasing to hear the Albany had to offer and felt they would A restaurant licence would be ad- West Leederville Denis Martin Mike Roennfeldt passengers praise the residents of Al- make a return visit in the future. equate for diners, while a different WA 6901 bany for their welcome and friendship It is great that some cruise ships are Hugh Rogers licence would be necessary to serve Tel: (08) 9227 8283 while the ship was in port for the day. visiting Western Australian ports and customers without a meal. Fax: (08) 9227 8293 The  rst thing to impress us was keeping our money in WA. 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HAGN#132/276 letton. between 10am and 4pm. workshops / kids zone B Berth, Victoria Quay, For more information Fremantle Take a unique Inside Tour of the Lancaster Bomber, proudly brought to you by DYO EVENTS for more information follow us on please contact: Maureen www.sailleeuwin.com only $100. Please book a week in advance. www.dyoevents.com.au facebook or visit www.feedboxmarket.com.au on 9259 5094. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 5 Wrightson’s big band sound kept toes tapping and dancers in the groove the atmosphere of playing at world, with both Norm and premises though under new playing in 1985, after 40 different venues, especially Robert, learning at a young management after Norm’s years, creating many memo- when American sailors were age to play several instru- retirement in 1999. For dec- ries and great times for the in town. The hive of activity ments along with tap and ades, Wrightson’s Hairway WA dance community. that spread throughout Fre- other dance forms. Norm was the only barber shop in Both brothers are remem- mantle, led to exciting nights continued to develop his town to offer both cuts and bered fondly by many people of music and dance, in par- band, eventually creating the shaves, with a reputation for in WA, for their exceptional ticular at Victoria Hall and Norm Wrightson Orchestra being a meeting place for the music and dance skills which Fremantle Town Hall, where in 1949. Fremantle business commu- brought pleasure in good the servicemen of Australia, Victoria Hall was always nity. times and bad. New Zealand and America a regular gig for the orches- Of course, the other insti- Anyone with historic would gather to dance and tra, but in 1955, the Norm tution created by Norm and photos or stories for Adam socialise, not always har- Wrightson Band was one of his fellow band members, Penn’s dance series can moniously. Norm recalls not two bands (the other being was the Norm Wrightson contact him at tophat97@ only playing the role of band the Ron Jenkin’s Big Band) Orchestra, which was to be- optusnet.com.au or mobile leader, but also as bouncer to be invited to play at the come one of the foremost 0412 361 917. Five-piece band, Norm Wrightson Orchestra when things got out of hand. gala opening of the new dance bands in WA, playing When his grandfather Canterbury Court Ballroom, both the social scene along by Adam Penn 1924 to Robert (senior) and salon as helpers before and retired in 1939, Norm took owned and operated by older with the dance championship HAGN#062/276 Moude Wrightson. He was after school. on running the barber shop brother Robert. calendar, namely for the Aus- IN THE four decades from the younger brother of Rob- In 1937, aged 13, Norm beside his father, at the same Contracted to play a six- tralian Institute Of Dancing. the 1920s to the 1950s Perth ert Ernest, of Wrightson’s took up the clarinet and time developing the reper- month season for the new Many people remember at- was blessed with a unique Dance Studio fame. saxophone, as well as doing toire and musicianship for ballroom, Norm Wrightson tending Canterbury Court for Est. 2000 world of music and dance, Robert senior and Norm’s children’s haircuts to help his band. was to become the resident the jive nights, general dance offering a big list of fabulous grandfather Ernie ran a bar- his father. After playing lead With war breaking out, band for the following 20 nights and cabarets and Vic- bands to keep dancers on ber’s shop at various places clarinet at Victoria Hall later 1942 saw Norm join the years, while pursuing a busy toria Hall, where so much fun their feet with the latest and in the metropolitan area, that year, Norm set about cut- Australian Army, serving for schedule in major venues in was created by this fabulous greatest music trends. later opening a small shop on ting his lip with two bands, four years, after which he re- Perth and Fremantle. band. Mobile dog grooming One of the best known Canning Highway, East Fre- Ron Moyle’s at Perth’s Em- turned and revisited his hair- The Wrightson name Along with this, the Norm and washing service and regarded of the bands mantle. When the opportu- bassy Ballroom and Harry dressing apprenticeship with is synonymous with both Wrightson Orchestra were at your home was the Norm Wrightson nity arose in 1933 to move to Bluck’s band at Como’s Pa- his father, taking eight years dance and music in WA, but privileged to have been invit- Small dogs only Orchestra. The  ve-piece 7 William Street, Fremantle goda Ballroom. The follow- to complete. also with hairdressing, with ed to play for numerous royal band which played at major the family jumped at the of- ing year, he formed his own visits to Perth, including Her Ph Serena 0439 751 588 A year after returning from Norm establishing an insti- Email: venues in Perth and Freman- fer, living in rooms above the band, Norm Wrightson’s Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll. war service, Norm married tution with Norm Wright- [email protected] tle along with numerous trips shop, almost directly under Band with his older brother the love of his life, Bernice son’s Hairway. He built on Norm retired from active north and south of the city the town hall clock. Moude, Robert as the drummer, play- Poole in Fremantle and the the reputation started by his for festivals, concerts and a successful hairdresser in ing in the metropolitan area couple spent 60 happy years father and grandfather and dances. her own right, worked beside with four shows a night for together. renamed after his father’s re- Norman James Wright- the men while raising the 8/6. Music always played a tirement in 1983. 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Fix a toilet. launched the Seniors Recre- are hopeful of  nding the ETs out there with content We are more likely to crave tips are some of the things 20. Parallel park. ation Council of WA over 20 plane, but up to now it seems from the internet rather than fatty foods instead of health- we should know how to do 21. Your height. years ago, I needed a small only to be  ngers crossed boring mathematical con- ier alternatives. or remember, (so I’m told). 22. What wires in a plug amount of funding. with optimism. How awful cepts. He reckons cricket However, this is at vari- 1. Wedding anniversary date represent. With the support of the it must be for the families with its rules, diagrams of ance with the advice being 2. When a woman says “I’m 23. 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HAGN#106/276 Exposure Anthology Launch: Gosnells Writers Circle What do ‘have a go’ readers Interactive Community Writing Challenge do for entertainment AS PART of the City of Gosnells homegrown The Gosnells Writers Circle is a non-pro t or- We aim to provide an outlet for local writers calendar of events, the Gosnells Writers Circle ganisation formed in 1982. The group meets at to meet likeminded people to share their work on a Saturday night? will be conducting the Interactive Community the Knowledge Centre (Gosnells library) inside and learn new skills. Writing Challenge and launch of their latest The Agonis on the  rst and third Friday of each To register for the event or for more infor- anthology Exposure. The anthology will in- month. Meetings run from noon to 3pm and all mation please contact: Valerie Goodreid gos- Thought of ballroom dancing? clude work inspired by images supplied by the members of the community who are interested [email protected] 0428 915 508 Nirvana Social Club is the place Gosnells Community Men’s Shed Photography in creative writing are welcome to join. or Sioban Timmer [email protected] 8pm each Saturday Group. The group has published several books, the 0402 292 790. Leederville Town Hall Come along for writing kick-starters, lucky  rst in 1986 and since 2010 has been producing Saturday 14 March 2015 10.30am - 2.30pm dip story launchers and prizes galore. Don’t miss a quarterly magazine called Showcase. Launch at 11am. 84 Cambridge St, Leederville this great opportunity to get involved, have some At each meeting there is an opportunity to Amherst Village Community Centre Cnr Bright friendly atmosphere fun and expose your inner writer (in the nicest read work aloud on either a designated topic or Warton Road and Holmes Street, Southern For information ring Tony on possible way). of free choice. After this, there is also either a River. 9296 7911 or 0419 046 198 Gosnells Writers Circle publications and liter- workshop or writing exercise to stretch the im- Email: [email protected] ary gifts will be on sale and if you can’t decide, agination followed by coffee and conversation. www.gosnellswriterscircle.webs.com

HAGN#053/276 then pick a mystery Gosnells Writers Circle The aim of the group is to promote and en- Gosnells Writers Circle Inc – read; inspire; snapshot. courage the craft of writing in all its forms. write; publish Pop up volunteer resource HAGN#073/276 From Woe to Go open at Ellenbrook - surviving loss in later years A POP UP Volunteer Re- said. The loss of a partner in our later years, either by death source Centre, that provides “We look at your interests o r r e l a t i o n s h i p b r e a k d o w n , c a n b e e x t r e m e l y t r a u m a t i c . help in  nding appropri- and motivation to volunteer T h i s h a l f - d a y w o r k s h o p e x p l o r e s t h e s e p a i n f u l ate volunteer opportunities and suggest positions in our circumstances and suggests various skills to enable the and in seeks volunteers for community that may accu- progression from ‘Woe to Go’. community organisations rately  t with your availabil- Tues 10 March West Leederville (9.30am-12.30pm) has started up in Ellenbrook ity, skills and interests. $25 per person Community Library. “In addition, our resource City of Swan Mayor, centre will provide training, Retirement Transition for Couples Charlie Zannino, said the information and networking Swan Volunteer Resource opportunities for not-for- This workshop looks at the uncertainties and challenges Centre would offer a one- pro t member agencies. that go alongside the great expectations of retirement on-one resource for poten- “If you belong to a com- and offers some possible solutions. tial volunteers and local munity group and would Thurs 30 April Joondalup (9.30am-12.30pm) agencies. like us to assist with your Mon 11 May West Leederville (9.30am-12.30pm) “The centre is a new volunteer program, let us $40 per couple service which allows you to know and we can talk to you come and sit with a trained about how we can help.” referral of cer who can of- Ellenbrook ward Council- For further information and to enrol ring 9489 6322 fer suggestions about vol- lor Patty Williams said this unteering experiences that is a chance to make volun- www.wa.relationships.com.au may enrich your life,” he teering part of your life. “Volunteering is very re-

HAGN#004/276 warding and allows you to HAGN#090/276 contribute to your commu- To my daughter, nity in a meaningful way,” she said. I leave my “This is an opportunity for you to be part of the story Wedding Ring. of Ellenbrook and where we To the Salvos, are going as a community. “The Pop Up Volunteer I leave hope. CHAIR EXERCISE CLASSES HERE NOW! Resource Centre provides an Include a bequest to The Salvation Army easy and guided experience in your Will and leave behind a future for Chair exercises are very popular in the UK. for locals to take the leap, Gentle, relaxing exercises suitable for all ages and abilities. and become a volunteer.” people in need. To  nd out more please The service will be availa- call 1800 337 082 or visit us online No equipment required! ble at Ellenbrook Community at salvationarmy.org.au/wills Just yourself and clothes you can easily move in. Library, 90 Main Street Ellen- ✁ brook, every Wednesday from Please send to: The Salvation Army - Bequests PO Box 8498 Perth BC 6849 Where: SHINE Community Services 10am until 3pm. Yes I’d like to know more about: (Tick one) Appointments for a consul- 81 Forrest Street, Cottesloe Leaving a Bequest to The Salvation Army tation can be made by contact- Information to assist with preparing a Will When: Fridays 9.30am - 10.15am ing the Ellenbrook Commu- Morning tea is served at 10.15am for a gold coin donation nity Library on 9296 9600 or Name ______the Volunteer Resource Centre Address ______(carers are free) on 9278 9690. To Register: Phone 9383 2663 For more information on ______State ______Postcode ______volunteering throughout the Email ______Cost: $5 (carers are free) City of Swan email swan- Phone No. ______Best time to call ______AM/PM [email protected] Bring along your friends! or visit www.swanvolunteers. I have already included The Salvation Army in my Will com.au HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 7 WA Police Band launch new album traditional bagpipe tracks, world or former world cham- band for almost two years, Friends of the Band program but with a contemporary pions. was originally a police of- which costs $60 a year and WAPOL twist. Planning for “We are a proactive com-  cer in Scotland, settling in entitles members to quar- the album (the band’s 11th) munity engagement tool for Perth in May 2006 and was terly newsletters, as well as started last June with most WA Police, helping to break one of the  rst of cers to join discounted event tickets and titles written, recorded and down barriers by showing WA Police as part of their in- merchandise. produced in members’ own a different side to the police ternational police recruitment Contact the band on time or  tted between band uniform. We use the posi- drive. police.pipeband@police. engagements. tive power of music to inter- Sgt Stewart says a com- wa.gov.au or 9370 7184 for “We have 15 members act with the community; the mon question band mem- more information. which include two police of- public feel comfortable ap- bers often get is: ‘what do Check out the band’s  cers and 13 civilian staff, as proaching the band to provide you actually wear under website www.wapol.com. well as a guest player volun- information or even just to your kilt?’ he replies ‘Well au or like them on Facebook teer program to boost band chat; it’s community policing if you need to ask, I am not www.facebook.com/wapol- numbers for high pro le at its best. allowed to tell,’ all said with pipeband WA Police Pipe Band events such as Anzac Day “Since July last year, we a wee cheeky Scottish smile and the Christmas pageant,” have performed at 180 com- and a wink, of course. by Josephine Allison launch, mixed with a Ceilidh, national grade 1 title for the Sgt Stewart said. “Although munity and policing engage- The WA Police Pipe Band (a Scottish word for a music third year in a row, return- we are full-time with WA Po- ments before almost 1.2 event, Ceilidh, will be held THE SKIRL of bagpipes will and dance gathering) to help ing to WA with the best pipe lice, we are technically part- million people. We attend at The Rise, Eighth Avenue, echo across Maylands later raise funds for our 50th an- band in Australia and the time with the band, as we most local events for free, Maylands, 7pm till late Fri- this month when the award- niversary next year. We plan South Paci c trophy. also assist frontline services recently taking performing day, 27 March. winning WA Police Pipe to stage a large-scale com- “To help keep running two days each week. at the Perth International Arts If you would like to help Band (commonly known as munity concert, produce an costs for WA Police to a min- “Most band of cers can Festival with The Giants, as support the band, there is a WAPOL) launch their new anniversary album and travel imum, we need to raise funds play two or more instruments well as Sculptures by the Sea, album Homeland. to Sydney to compete in the through events like this and such as keyboards, guitars, Chinese New Year and St HAGN#060/276 Band of cer-in-charge bi-annual Pipe Band national selling band merchandise. bass and drums as well as be- Patrick’s Day parades.” Sgt Ian Stewart says: “We championships. “Homeland was recorded ing Grade 1 pipers and drum- Sgt Stewart, who has been Feel Fresh & will be holding an album “We hope to retain our in-house and consists of 12 mers. Many are also current the of cer-in-charge of the Clean All Day LiveLighter Awards highlight swim clubs achievement By just replacing your Swim into Spring membership growth project. The Kay Cox Award for runner-up improvement existing toilet seat! This project rewards clubs that achieve the larg- factor went to Fremantle. Heated seat Warm water wash est increases in membership during the September The Frank Mongan Award for best average Remote control Soft close lid to November quarter. points winner was awarded to Super ns. Bay View Saints Masters won the top gong for The David Cummins Award for best average Warm air dryer Massage cleasing achieving a new member increase of 28 per cent to points runner-up went to Thornlie. reach 94 members in 2014. To  nd out more about how you can enjoy be- Geraldton and Whitford Clubs won runner-up ing part of our wonderful sport, please contact me, Voted “Best Bidet in the world” prizes for achieving a new member increase of 12 Wendy Holtom, on 9387 4400 or via wendy@ 2 years in a row per cent during the spring discount period. mswa.asn.au with any queries. Or contact your at the World Design Awards The presentation was held at the MSWA quarterly local Masters Swimming Club (contact details via council of clubs meeting on 17 February. MSWA www.mswa.asn.au). life members Lynne Malone and Peter Maloney All clubs offer: Simple assisted with presenting the trophies for the 2014 • swimming for  tness, health and fun for all adults LiveLighter Club Challenge Series that were award- regardless of age Installation! 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How will we ir-  ood proo ng, and energy exhaustion and other players as the associated health and by CSIRO and the Bureau of for sporting organisations. rigate our sportsgrounds? ef ciencies to compensate clearly suffering. economic costs. Meteorology says Australia At the 2014 Australian Open Even cooling off in the for increased cooling costs. It was even worse last Climate change poses just is on track for increasingly between twelve to  fteen river could be more dif cult Heat policies are begin- year with more than 1000 such a threat according to a extreme weather as the cli- thousand spectators stayed with reduced  ushing of ning to evolve across many spectators treated for heat recent report issued by the mate is affected by Green- away on very hot days. waterways and potentially sports, but they are inconsist- exhaustion as tournament or- Climate Institute. Sport and house gas emissions. The problem isn’t lim- harmful algal blooms. ent, with heat thresholds for Karen Majer ganisers applied the extreme Climate Impacts: How much WA will be hotter, particu- ited to heat stress. Warmer Before you rush out to stopping play ranging from heat policy at Melbourne heat can sport handle? analy- larly in inland regions, drier, winters may be more com- throw your sports shoes in 34°C to 41°C. The Climate by Karen Majer Park, declaring conditions ses the vulnerability of sports especially in the south west, fortable but winter sports the bin, there is some good Institute’s report is the basis unsafe for players. like AFL, tennis, cricket and with more intense droughts, are at risk. In Australia’s news! People are adapting, of ongoing discussions in the THE heat was on at the Aus- In a sport-loving nation cycling as well as winter heatwaves and  res, more mountains, snowfall has for example by changing the sporting world, including the snow sports. The report says intense storms,  oods, rain- diminished by more than a times that they venture onto newly-formed Sports Envi- climate change and extreme fall events, tropical cyclones third in the last decade. Stud- the sports  elds. My husband ronment Alliance. HAGN#003/276 weather events threaten the and rising sea levels. ies predict our slopes could Boyd used to play competi- So next time you head out viability of much of our We are all aware that we’re be mostly bare of snow by tion tennis scheduled to start to play or watch your favour- sport as it is currently played, experiencing more warm 2050. in the mid-day heat,  nishing ite sport, remember Rudyard in the back yard, at local weather and extreme heat. Rainfall patterns are for refreshments just as the Kipling’s famous line ‘only grounds or in professional Last year was the world’s changing too, with less win- conditions became pleasant. mad dogs and Englishmen tournaments. hottest year on record. In ter and spring rainfall across Now he plays in the evening. go out in the midday sun’. It’s not a contentious con- Australia, the frequency of southern Australia. In the Major sporting venues are The heat is on, so wear a hat, clusion. WA’s Department extremely hot days has dou- south west we’ve seen a improving their facilities but carry a water bottle and take of Sport and Recreation rec- bled since 1960 with days marked drying trend over the at a cost. New stadiums and care. Garden City walking group starts off strongly by the Mayor of Melville a continual local success Russell Albury and Dean story for people, and we Nalder MP, Member of thank Garden City Shop- Parliament for Alfred Cove, ping Centre for their com- to launch the collaboration mitment to the program and between the Council of the the mall walk leaders for Ageing (COTA) and Gar- their tireless efforts.” says den City Shopping Centre Phil Airey, active ageing to continue this valuable manager for COTA. community programme. The group includes The breakfast launch cel- warm up and stretching ebrated the achievements of exercises and a walk for a the group and the commit- distance of 300m, 500m ment of COTA and Garden or 1km depending on abil- City Shopping Centre to ity. The free walk  nishes continue to expand the suc- with cool down and Tai Stairlift s for straight and curved stairs, cessful service. Chi. Interested people are indoors and outdoors, throughout WA. “COTA is very pleased to welcome to attend on Tues- be administering mall walk- days and Fridays at 7.30am Emprise Stairlift s Assistant marketing manager Giselle Cameron; Dean Nalder MP, Member for Alfred ing in Western Australia. It at the Priceline entrance at Call on 1300 507 217 Cove; COTA (WA) active ageing manager Phil Airey; Mayor of Melville Russell Albury; is a great exercise activity the Marmion Avenue side and the Garden City walk leaders. www.EmpriseStairlift s.com.au in a safe environment – re- of Garden City Shopping SINCE COMMENCING ping centre mall walking Western Australia. storing community links Centre. More information Mobility soluti ons for all life’s seasons in 2003 with around 20 group has grown to become On Friday 20 February, and promoting new friend- is available from COTA on walkers, Garden City shop- the largest of its kind in 140 walkers were joined ships for locals. It has been 9321 2133. 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For Edith Cowan Health and Wellness Institute is of life, mental health and capacity to function nor- often be alleviated by a programme of exercises. example exercises involving impact loading help keen to recruit volunteers, both men and women mally. “Older people should aim for 150 minutes per prevent osteoporosis. for trials. One trial is designed for women recover- Men with prostate cancer are frequently treated week of moderate aerobic activity. In a recent trial patients who underwent the ex- ing from breast cancer, while a further trial aims to with testosterone deprivation (ADT) which has seri- “Moderate exercise means walking, cycling or ercise program after all types of cancer survived 50 examine the effect of exercise in the management of ous side effects, including reduced muscle size and dancing at a rate that you can just carry on a con- per cent better and prostate cancer patients over 60 sexual dysfunction in prostate cancer survivors. strength and compromised balance and motor con- versation at the same time. If you can manage per cent better, than patients who took no exercise. Patients who may be eligible for any of these trol. Treatment also increases the risk of osteoporo- more vigorous exercise you get more bene t in less There is overwhelming evidence that appropriate projects can contact the Edith Cowan team for sis. All patients measured after ten years of ADT time. Then as little as 70 minutes per week may be exercise is safe and well tolerated by prostate cancer further information on 6304 2329 or at healthwell- treatment had reduced bone density. enough.” survivors and will result in improved aerobic  tness [email protected]. Have a go at exercise... The Wintersun Bowling Tournament AUSTRALIA has an in- VenuesWest owns two ing  tness appraisal as well creasingly ageing popula- of Perth’s most recognised as a personalised program. tion and as we age, an ac- sporting and recreational Programs can include ele- in Carnarvon tive lifestyle becomes more venues – HBF Stadium ments of strength training, Noaks, Irene Noaks, Neil Murray and important than ever. in Mount Claremont and which is a great way to Gill Barr. Regular exercise can HBF Arena in Joondalup. improve your  tness and Finally day one had arrived for the help boost energy, main- They encourages older mobility. The bene ts of bowling tournament. 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At HBF Stadium and ity of falls, weight mainte- with previously won badges, took to the And not only is exercise HBF Arena, quali ed  t- nance, sleep improvement greens claiming bragging rights. good for your body, it’s ness instructors are there and a sense of mental well- A touch of Carnarvon greeted the also good for your mind, to assist with all of your being. bowlers as a pied butcherbird piped out mood, and memory.  tness requirements so Group  tness is also a his beautiful  ute like melodic bird- Whether you are generally you can rest assured that good opportunity to in- song. Overhead, a solitary whistling healthy or are managing you will be guided through corporate  tness into your kite soared and circled attracting two an illness, there are plenty your  tness journey. routine. Good options in- other kites. 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Saturday and Sunday 28 - 29 March at Stirling Bring your family, friends and neighbours to House, 49 Broadway, Nedlands from 9am each this great community event and help the society day. raise interest and support for Western Australian Tel 9386 3841 Email [email protected] history. Website www.histwest.org.au Musical Theatre Morning Classics to bene t charity - The Rhythms of Life A MORNING bene t concert can Song Book including you on a musical trip down featuring Caroline McKenzie, works by Cole Porter, Irving memory lane. Trudy Dunn, Sue Bluck and Berlin, Cy Coleman, Stephen Support a concert with Sharon Kiely will take place Sondheim, George Gersh- heart! This event aims to raise at the Regal Theatre, Subiaco win, Jerry Herman to West awareness for the Children’s at 10.30am Sunday 19 April. End hits from Andrew Lloyd Leukaemia and Cancer Re- For one performance only Webber. search Foundation, a char- the Rhythms of Life will reso- Featured songs include: ity that has tirelessly funded nate with anyone with a mu- You’re the Top, I Got Rhythm childhood cancer research for sical heartbeat. Numbers are and Send in the Clowns. The over 30 years. Book at Tick- From left to right; Old Perth Boys School 1912 - The gothic-revival style church building present day drawn from the Great Ameri- Rhythms of Life will serenade etek.com.au or 1300 795 012. THE EARLY days of the Swan River the low wages offered for teaching and signed by William Sanford, construc- Colony were very hard for the original so the government of the day had no tion of the school began in February CHLORINE RESISTANT • UPF 50+ • MADE IN PERTH FOR ALL THE FAMILY 850 settlers. They spent most of their choice but to consider educated convicts 1853 and was completed in 1854. time coming to terms with the very as teachers. The school was built in the style of SUMMER AND WINTER RANGES AVAILABLE ALL YEAR !! hostile climate of Western Australia. As Convicts did not have many pros- a gothic-revival-style church with the a result the problem of educating the pects of obtaining better wages or con- belief that it would impose a sense of WE HAVE IT ALL... colony’s children took second place to ditions than those available to teachers, duty, attentiveness and obedience on its • Babies • Kids • Adults • Sportswear survival. 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For the  rst 17 years les- ation, the Governor set up an education required and an additional temporary Cherry Lane and lots, lots more. sons were conducted in a number of lo- committee and in 1847 the General timber structure was constructed at cations around town including the Old Board of Education was established. the eastern end of the school. At the Court House. Their role was to oversee the develop- same time plans were underway for a Due to the poor levels of education in ment of the Colony’s schools and thus, new Perth Boys’ and a Girls’ School in the colony, it was decided that ex-con- Perth Boys’ School, and a secular girl’s James Street. This was completed at the victs would be appointed as teachers. school, were built. They also opened end of 1896 and the students relocated. Between 1853 to 1900, 37 ex-convicts government assisted schools in rural Perth Boys’ School was a classroom taught in Western Australia. districts and provided subsidies to Ro- to many of Western Australian’s most The appointment of such a large man Catholic schools. prominent citizens and a signi cant leg- number of ex-convicts to what was The Education Committee selected acy, listed on Western Australia’s Herit- considered a respectable government a location for the Perth Boy’s School in age Register. It is a heritage survivor on position was highly unusual for a penal the centre of the city. This was original- Perth’s St Georges Terrace. colony. 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Some provide a protective shield fects,” says Dr Michael Bo- recently launched by Rosie Jemma Aldridge members are the  rst ones areas where early signs of Jeanette Woolerton from sun exposure support- wen, from the University of Batty, claims that 10,000 to notice the early symp- dementia may become ap- by Jeanette Woolerton ing and going beyond the Sydney’s school of psychol- children were in the child- by Jemma Aldridge toms of dementia. Individu- parent include: action of sunscreens regard- ogy. care protection system be- als themselves may not be People Liquorice has all sorts of ing sun protection.” The  ndings, reported in cause their parents or carers IF YOU or someone you aware of the changes or may • Increased dif culty re- bene ts In other words the skin´s the Proceedings of the Na- abused alcohol. know is concerned about  nd it dif cult to acknowl- membering people’s names. THERE is signi cant evi- own defence system can be tional Academy of Sciences, It also found that 140,000 memory loss and demen- edge or discuss the changes • Problems recalling if peo- dence to support the fact stimulated by the applica- were quite serendipitous children were badly affected tia this article may be very they are experiencing. ple are friends, relatives or that the skin is constantly tion of liquorice extract. says Bowen. by their parents’ or carers’ helpful to you. The bene ts of an colleague. challenged and harmed by For more information, He and his colleagues  rst alcohol consumption. Dementia is a broad term early diagnosis. • Mistaking younger family UV radiation. To cope with please refer to: discovered the phenomena The chief executive of that refers to symptoms Dementia is a condition members (e.g grandchil- this many skin cells have www.medindia.net/news/ while observing the move- the Foundation for Alcohol caused by disorders affect- that many people worry dren) for older family evolved a complex protec- licorice-extract-protects- ment of drunk and sober rats Research and Education, ing the brain. Brain function about developing, particu- members. tive antioxidant defence the-skin-from-uv-induced- in a different study. Michael Thorn, said 47 per is affected enough to inter- larly as they get older. This Place and time system. stress-146837-1.htm They were studying the cent of child protection cas- fere with the person’s nor- can lead many to ignore • Having trouble remember- New research published Love is the drug role of oxytocin in blocking es involved alcohol. and the mal social or working life. concerns they may have ing where you are and how in the January 2015 issue of Many of us are aware of the alcohol-induced release federal governments needed These symptoms can in- about their memory and to get from A to B. Experimental Dermatology, the healing power of ani- of dopamine. to develop new policies to clude alterations in memory, delay seeking help. While • Dif culty keeping introduces a plant-derived mals, but research is provid- What they found may go tackle the problem. personality and behaviour. a diagnosis of dementia can appointments, deadlines agent which protects skin ing more and more evidence down in medical history. Given the latest research What causes dementia? be challenging, it is impor- or calendars, for example from the harmful effects of to promote love for all “No one had ever re- on oxytocin’s effect on alco- There are many forms tant to take action early. forgetting to pay bills on UV irradiation. things sentient. ported this before and it was hol related dopamine effects, of dementia and each has • There are a number of time. According to Gitta Neu- Now, thanks to good almost completely unex- we could be seeing some its own causes. The most treatable conditions that af- Past fang, a researcher involved old fashioned bonding and pected,” says Bowen. positive results in the not too common types of demen- fect your memory and brain Remembering events in the work from Beiersdorf oxytocin, the hormone re- Interested in reading distant future. tia are Alzheimer’s disease, function – some forms of from your past, such as your AG, Hamburg, Germany: sponsible for it, new drugs more? For more information on vascular dementia, Parkin- dementia are reversible. wedding date or last job “We found out that the that help treat alcoholism in www.abc.net. the effects of alcoholism son’s disease, Huntington’s • A  rm diagnosis may before retiring, but having antioxidant active Lico- humans, may soon be avail- au/science/arti- on children, please refer to disease and alcohol related give you greater peace of increased dif culty remem- chalcone A, which is the able. cles/2015/02/24/4185345. www.abc.net.au/news/2015- dementia. mind and an explanation bering recent events such as main component of the root A new study has found htm 02-24/children-impacted- Alzheimer’s disease is for behaviours and changes what you did yesterday or extract of the plant Glycyr- that oxytocin prevents rats Around one million chil- by-alcohol-abuse/6242804 named after German physi- which have been causing what you ate for breakfast. cian Dr. Alois Alzheimer, you concern. Processes who described the disease in • Early diagnosis provides • Problems with remember- 1906. In 2004, 500,000 Aus- an opportunity for early ing how to do things. World’s  rst hearing aid to tralians were living with de- treatment and while there • Having dif culty manag- mentia and more than 1800 is no cure for most cases of ing everyday tasks such as people are diagnosed each dementia, treatment options doing the washing. outperform normal hearing week in Australia, that is one may delay the progression • Trouble following instruc- adapt to hearing aids in the future. the earlier onset and more serious de- every six minutes. By 2050 of dementia. tions or complex tasks like Clarity Hearing Clinic’s new hear- grees of dementia. it is predicted there will be • Delayed progression following a recipe. ing aid provides natural and clear When people have hearing loss, over 900,000 people living of dementia and early • Frequently forgetting to sound quality and automatically they start to withdraw from ac- with dementia. diagnosis mean that you turn something on or off. adapts to your listening situation, tivities they used to enjoy, because As Australia’s population have more time to get your • Losing or misplacing whether you are in a car, restaurant many of these scenarios tire them ages, dementia becomes affairs in order. things. or on the phone. out, or become embarrassing or dif- more common. Although • Dementia is mostly a • Trouble with speech or It is miniature, comfortable and  cult. the risk of dementia increas- slowly progressive condi- language. rechargeable. Now is the time to Now research is  nding that this es with age, it is not a nor- tion; a diagnosis does not Personality improve your hearing. If you’re ex- could have a worrying knock-on mal part of the ageing proc- change a person’s life from • Becoming more apathetic, periencing signs of hearing loss, call effect as evidence is emerging that ess. Younger people can be one day to the next. People rigid or irritable for no CLARITY Hearing Clinic has an- Clarity Hearing Clinic on 9474 6644 deafness may lead to dementia. diagnosed with dementia in with dementia can have reason. nounced the world’s  rst hearing aid, today to book an obligation free hear- Clarity Hearing Clinic reports their 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s. a good quality of life for • Withdrawing from social clinically proven to outperform nor- ing check and hearing aid trial. that not being able to hear well This is known as early onset many years. networks and events. mal hearing. Hearing loss linked to dementia could be a recipe for disaster. Yet dementia. What are the early signs of If you or someone you Clarity Hearing Clinic’s Audiolo- Clarity Hearing Clinic’s Audiolo- most people delay getting a hearing A number of conditions dementia? know is concerned about gist, Ms Fernandez says that hearing gist, Ms Fernandez says deteriorating aid for approximately eight years af- produce symptoms similar Working out what may memory loss and dementia loss affects one in two Australians hearing makes it increasingly dif cult ter they should. to dementia, these include or may not be a sign of de- speak to your doctor about over the age of 60. for us to converse with other people. 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The national and physical activity guide high blood pressure, and not treating them standing of dementia risk, research sug- Challenging the brain with new ac- also has a nutrition guide recommending effectively, can damage the blood vessels gests certain lifestyle and health factors are tivities helps to stimulate new brain cell plenty of vegetables and fruit and low lev- in the brain and affect brain function and good for the brain, body and heart and can growth and strengthen connections be- els of saturated fats. While many people thinking skills. People with type 2 diabetes help reduce the risk of developing demen- tween them. So communicating regularly have hypothesised a link between food and have double the risk of dementia. tia. (i.e. chatting to your friends and family), dementia prevention, the relationship is not Lifestyle choices that impact your gen- I am no doctor, but I am about to quote trying new things to do like courses and yet clear. It is likely that a diet high in con- eral health are a double whammy. They chapter and verse from many medical ex- pastimes, having hobbies that require sumption of foods we already know are may cause you to end up with a medical perts who have written with a consistent thought and learning new skills can all good for you and less of the bad choices condition and that condition may increase message; the better you live, the longer help. can help in keeping your brain healthy. your risk of dementia. This gives you dou- your mind and body will last, and the more Your personal  tness is something that Alcohol seems to play a role in a range ble the reasons to avoid the things that may healthy life years you will have across your any health professional will tell you is im- of medical problems and there is an actual cause you to get high blood pressure and lifespan. portant, and more so as you age. Regular alcohol-related dementia. Anyone who other conditions. The Australian Government was the exercise may reduce your risk of dementia. drinks excessive amounts of alcohol over a Lastly, as we all know smoking should  rst national government to fund a public Of course the older you become the more period of years may get alcohol-related de- be avoided. There is a strong link between health campaign on reducing dementia this may challenge you, but then no one is mentia. If you do drink, follow the guide- smoking and increased risk of dementia. risk. It is called Your Brain Matters and asking you to run a marathon. Start with a lines to reduce health risks from drinking You may be thinking you have heard by Rhonda Parker was developed to help you look after your walk with a friend, a few laps of the local alcohol on nhmrc.gov.au and consider the most of what I have said before from brain health. Its objective is to reduce the pool or try the range of non-load bearing impact excessive drinking may have on your doctor. I hope you have. The point I WE OFTEN get asked, what do I have to probability of dementia. Your Brain Mat- choices like aquarobics. Resistance train- your brain over many years. am making, as many health professionals do to stop myself getting dementia? ters is based on published research evi- ing may also be one of the most stimulat- The risk of developing dementia also in- have made in the past, is that so many as- This question tends to come most often dence. It concerns three areas; the brain; ing activities for your brain. creases as a result of conditions that affect pects of your health, including developing from the over 50s. It is not really a surprise the body; and the heart. If you need more information there is the heart or blood vessels. These include dementia, can be affected by one person, that with age comes increased worry about Scienti c research suggests that living a a national and physical activity guide on high blood pressure, high cholesterol, dia- you. 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To date, 100 Australians have been lating commemoratives of are. unquestionably the British Empire’s (if not honoured with a VC: Boer War – 6; WWI – which around 50 different Other advice I offer folk is world’s) most prized and valued medal by 66; WWII – 20; Vietnam – 4; and Afghani- types have been released to they might give their spares, militaria collectors and historians alike. And stan – 4, and so it’s little wonder collectors date with mintages of each if they can afford to, to a de- it seems whenever the VC is featured on com- through time and particularly museums to- ranging from around 20,000 serving family member or memorative edition stamps and coins, there’s day, have paid more than a million dollars and more. friend who is interested in a good chance they too will be highly sought each to acquire the medals. Many have also Now the mintage fi gures the hobby or particularly in after and become comparatively valuable. been donated and it’s estimated only about for those that have been re- the case of a young one, try Last month we paid homage to West Aus- 20 remain in private collections or within the leased in circulation vary to do so in an effort to en- tralian, Ben Roberts-Smith, along with four family. from two million upwards courage them into a very other Australian soldiers who had won a Vic- In 2000, Australia Post issued a series of with the average being less good hobby which may from toria Cross for conspicuous, gallant conduct. fi ve stamps for the centenary of Australia’s than 20 million. Clearly it time to time distract their at- Together, they were celebrated on stamps for fi rst VC achievement. The stamps were also therefore cannot be said tention away from their con- this year’s Australia Day, Living Legends is- incorporated in a special edition philatelic / that any are rare or scarce founded phone or computer. sue. numismatic cover (PNC) with a limited edi- I’D LIKE a dollar for every if they’ve been well used.” In conjunction with the Living Legends tion one dollar coin having the VC as it’s de- time I’ve been asked this However, there is often more which is the underlying de- And if you do try to do that, terminant, along with condi- then don’t worry so much issue, Australia Post also released a special sign. They were priced at $9.85 and limited in question during my career. to everything than meets the edition miniature commemorating the Vic- number to just less than 50,000. Today it has It’s happened so many times, eye and so it is helpful and tion and demand, as to what about the condition because value a coin can hold. the value aspect is not as im- toria Cross. Within the miniature sheet the a market value of around $200 (personally, I that my gorgeous wife and I informative to explain fur- VC medal is portrayed on a 70c and a $5 think that’s too high). could probably go on a holi- ther. In the case of the decimal portant to begin with as is era of coins, that is from the nurturing of the interest. stamp. The stamps are large format (37x42 A PNC has also been issued for this year’s day in Europe from the pro- Firstly we should clarify mm) the design of which was adopted from edition. It features the new $5 stamp can- ceeds. Oh, I wish. that we are referring to 50c 1966 onwards, the standard So what are the values? of condition a proper col- The following are as stated a one penny stamp originally issued in 1900 celled with a bronze-gold embossed, fi rst day Have a Go News reader, coins that have been is- by the Colony (State) of Victoria. At the time, of issue postmark. Encompassed in the enve- Carol, now owes me a dollar sued into general circula- lector will only accept is in the latest McDonalds cata- what is termed uncirculated logue but one should bear in this one penny stamp was actually sold for lope is a large 60mm medallion, made of zinc because she put this question tion as distinct to a growing the princely sum, in those days, of one shil- alloy with an antique bronze and silver fi n- to me recently: “are any of number and variety that condition. What that means mind many dealers and sellers is the coin is in virtually per- often discount them. Follow- ling. It was what we term to be a charity ish reproduction of the stamp and surround- the special edition 50c coins have been issued as limited stamp whereby the extra eleven pence paid, ing descriptive text. It is most impressive and worth anything?” collector editions in some fect condition (with original ing the values I include the lustre remaining) as when it original mintages, rounded in this example, was donated to the Boer War attractive and though not modestly priced at The short and simple an- form of packaging and sold Patriotic Fund. A two pence stamp was also $25, the 3000 issued sold out in days – they’re swer is “not much, especially by the mints at premium was just released through the to the closest million, within banks and then tucked away brackets: 1966 Silver issue - issued (Light Horsemen design) and sold now being advertised and I presume sold, in and preserved. $15 (36M); 1970 Capt. Cook for two shillings. Needless to say many col- the range of $95 to $150. Its true market value Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc So the fi rst important - $7 (16M); 1977 Silver Jubi- lectors of the day could not afford to buy or will be established through time. While very thing to realise is that the lee - $4 (25M); 1981 Royal would be fortunate enough to receive one on limited in number, one should bear in mind coins have to be in uncircu- Wedding - $6 (20M); 1982 a letter because the stamps only had postage and account for the fact that this edition in- lated condition to have any Commonwealth Games - $4 rate values of a 1d or 2d respectively, and so, cludes a medallion and not a coin and so I great value, otherwise, if (23M); 1988 Bicentennial - were rarely used on letters by the purchaser suspect may not in the long-run command they’ve been scratched and $10 (9M); 1991 Decimal An- who was likely a collector anyhow. Today the same level of universal appeal as the 2000 show wear then they’re only niv. Ram’s head - $10 (5M); these stamps have catalogue values circa of edition. Nevertheless, those fortunate enough just interesting and not worth 1994 Year of Family - $12 $150 and $275. to have been able to get their hands on one at much more than 50c, if at all. (20M); 1995 Weary Dun- The Boer War was the fi rst where Aus- cost are lucky indeed. Have a Go Day This is because the general lop - $7 (16M); 1998 Bass tralians served abroad and when an Aussie Mike Smits public, over and above col- and Flinders - $7 (22M); achieved a Victoria Cross. His name was Phone: 9325 3252 a LiveLighter Event lectors, seem to also souve- 2000 Millennium (17M); Captain Neville House. Another fi ve were Email: [email protected] 11 November 2015 nir them as they fi nd them in 2000 Royal Visit - $9 (5M); their change, hence a lot of 2001 various State Coats of SPONSORED BY them remain out there. 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The 18 members and friends from Floreat Seniors ventured down the jetty at Mounts Bay Sailing Club, to be met by the volunteer crew of Duyfken with a warm welcome. They were all ably assisted up the gangway with youthful enthusiasm and with a little help from the crew they all stepped safely on to the main deck. An informative welcome from the captain, Robin Chester followed and there was much humour when crewman Bob explained how to don a life jacket. The eyes said it all. “We sure hope we don’t have to put one of those on!” Next on the agenda, a tour of the ship that reveals her history and the amazing story of the many voyages made from Holland to the East Indies to load the hold with valuable spices such as nutmeg. Back on deck, seated and ready for departure, the captain calls to release the Seniors on board the Duyfken lines, the engines spring to life and in a matter of just a few minutes the journey FOR THOSE readers who have been following the fortunes of the good ship begins… one that will be remembered fondly by all. Oh… and there was the LiveLighter Activity Information Day – Duyfken whilst on the Swan River over the summer months, they are pleased to sailing too. Gosnells announce an exciting new initiative. Seniors can now join the crew of Duyfken What a delight, as the sails were released and the ship sprang into life as they for a superb twilight sailing experience on the smooth waters of the Swan. Even  lled with a freshening sea breeze. Duyfken is such an experience under sail. ON 28 JANUARY SRC conducted a LiveLighter Activity/ though she’ll head back to Fremantle for winter, the Dove will return again in As she heads upriver towards the city of Perth the laughter  ows and songs are Information day at the Addie Mills Centre in Gosnells with October, November and December. sung… it is just one of those special moments. The guests complete their voyage 96 people in attendance . This initiative evolved from discussions that started back in January 2015 be- and the faces tell it all… they have all had the best time. The day commenced with morning tea then it was tween Duyfken and the Floreat and districts branch of National Seniors Australia Duyfken concludes her Summer of Sail program on Sunday 22 March but straight into the activities, exergaming, seated hockey, car- coming to fruition on Thursday 19 February with the inaugural Twilight Sail fear not, she returns to the river in October. So please book your club or group pet bowls, carpet golf, game of bob, beanbag toss, skittles speci cally tailored for seniors. in for a sail in advance by contacting Peter Bowman at [email protected] and pole walking. To get the program rolling, members of the Floreat seniors visited the ship Bookings are essential so that the crew can cater for all. Static displays in attendance were: SRCWA, LiveLight- er, Independent Living, Breast Screen, Consumer Protec- tion, Seniors Housing Centre and COTAWA. As a result of the activity/information day several people It’s time to have a go with the Over 55 Canoe Club have joined the Carpet Bowls and Exergaming groups and as Alexandra Bridge, Chap- the channel into Flinders Bay 10 people have put their names down to join a pole walk- man’s Pool and Sues Bridge. and the Southern Ocean – ing group once it is established at the Addie Mills Centre, However due to forecasts of why? Because it’s there, but fantastic results from a morning of fun. possible high temperatures in unlike George Mallory they Thank you to all the SRCWA & Addie Mills Centre vol- the forest areas it was decided returned. unteers and staff who made the activity/information day to select paddling venues on a On every camp there is such a success and to LiveLighter, City of Gosnells, Addie day by day basis. It was also always an event or two that Mills Centre, Dept of Sport and Recreation, Dept of Local announced, in a break with gives cause for conversa- Government and Communities and Have a Go News for tradition, that Marilyn would tion at the happy hour. Like supporting this event. lead the daily paddling con- the experienced white water voy to the various venues in paddler, SA Des falling off SRCWA Rockingham branch, the absence of our traditional his new sit-on kayak when Have A Go Day leader, Stan. manoeuvring to pose for a Over 55 Canoe Club members ‘having a go’ The venue selection plan group photo at Alexandra On Wednesday 15 April 2015, Seniors Recreation by George Gouteff unaided. All new paddlers Dwellingup for white water passed the so called pub Bridge or John ‘Avago’ com- Council of WA’s Rockingham branch is conducting a will be given a short on-land paddling on the upper Mur- test because on day two the ing to grief when launching Have a Go Day at the Aqua Jetty 87 Warnbro Sound Av- HERE WE are into March introduction to paddling fol- ray River. weather conditions were from a wooden landing. For- enue, Warnbro. and only days away from the lowed by time on the water For further information ideal for a paddle across the tunately, Wendy, our intrepid This free event will showcase club/groups from Rock- start of our regular weekly under the close supervision of visit www.over55canoeclub. estuary to Swan Lake. It’s not photographer has been able ingham and surrounding areas. There will be many dif- paddling season. experienced paddlers. org.au/ or telephone club every year that the club can to record these events for ferent activities to “Have a Go” at eg; Xbox kinect, line So if you are one of those The club will supply loan president Peter on 9409 3813. do this particular paddle due posterity. dancers, tai chi, swing dancing, petanque, pole walking, seniors thinking of having kayaks and personal  otation Now for the summer holi- to strong winds and unsuit- After a week of paddling rock climbing, and many static displays. ago at paddling then mark devices during the three week day paddling news! Early able water conditions. When and socialising the very For further information please contact Lesley Robson your calendar for Thursday 2, try out period. Prospective in February a large cohort exploring Swan Lake we take enjoyable 2015 camp was 9593 2419. 9 and 16 April as a reminder new members will be advised of paddlers and associates great care not to disturb the bought to a close with the tra- This event is Sponsored by ALCOA, City of Rock- that those are the days that on types of kayaks most suit- headed south to the alleged ditional dinner at the Augusta ingham, Aqua Jetty, Have a Go News, Stockland, Coates swans on the lake. the Over 55 Canoe Club new able for club activities. cooler climes of Augusta From Swan Lake the  eet Hotel. Hire, IGA, Dept of Sport & Recreation and Dept of Local members’ day will be held at The men and women of for the annual week long Government and Communities. explored the eastern bank of Kent Street Weir on the Can- the Over 55 Canoe Club pad- camp at the Flinders Bay the river, past the East Augus- ning River, Wilson. Registra- dle every Thursday morning Caravan Park. Proceedings ta settlement and then back to Annual Seniors Ball 2015 tion is from 8.30am for a 9am from March to December commenced with the usual the starting point on the west The SRCWA Annual Ball will be held in the Astral Ball- start. at different locations on the Sunday evening happy hour bank near the Colour Patch room, Crown Perth on Wednesday 3 June, 1pm to 4.30pm. No previous paddling ex- Swan and Canning Rivers. where decisions were to be Café. After the Swan Lake This event is proudly sponsored by Crown Perth and Have perience is required to join For the more adventurous made on the order of pad- paddle, Anne, Judy, Gay and a Go News. Put this date in your diary. the over 55s but you must be and experienced members, dling various locations on Ken still had energy to spare able to swim and exit a canoe there are a number of trips to the Blackwood River such so they paddled out through Have a Go Days 2015 Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc • 15 April Have a Go Day - SRCWA Rockingham Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc Tuesday Branch-Aqua Jetty Rockingham • 11 November: Have a Go Day - Burswood Park Have a Go Day For information on any of the above events please contact at the SRCWA of ce on 9492 9772. Rockingham Bunbury presents the Wednesday 15 April, 10am-2pm Pole Walking Aqua Jetty, Warnbro Sound Ave, Warnbro Pole walking uses two poles, often called hiking or trek- Senior Cits king poles, to add a new dimension to walking as exercise. Annual ALL LOCAL and visit- It is an easy, ef cient and low stress activity that engages Activities & Information Day for Over 50s ing seniors are welcome the whole body in a total workout. Pole walking is suitable MUSIC AND DANCING... The Entertainers; at the Bunbury Senior for all ages,  t or un t, as you can adjust your walking to Simply Swing; Chi Ball; Cardiosculpt; Citizens Centre, op- your own ability. Seniors Ball Rockingham Cloggers; Swing & Sway; posite the post of ce in To  nd out more about pole walking or to organize a AQUA JETTY TOURS. Stirling St. Bunbury. A personal or group demonstration call the SRC of ce on OTHER ACTIVITIES... choice of four activities 9492 9773. Climbing wall, Petanque, Pole Walking, await you from 9am. Exergaming and more..... There is a quiz morn- Add Life To Your Years 2015 STALL HOLDERS INCLUDE ing ( rst Tuesday each Lion’s Hearing Van, National Seniors, month) from 9.30am Grab a copy of this handy guide and join a club or group. with prizes and morn- Contact SRC for a copy. Independent Living Centre, U3A, People Who Care, Rockingham Woodworkers Club, ing tea. Come alone or Orchid Club and Transperth, TransWA, Wannadoo with friends. $5. Tours and many more….. Carpet bowls starts Free tea, coffee and water at 12.30pm. Please wear Come along, join the fun and Have a Go,  at shoes. An oppor- it’s FREE! tunity to make friends here or at visiting ven- For info phone Lesley 9593 2419 ues. $4. Astral Ballroom or Denise 9593 4802 Zumba gold: Mu- Crown Perth sic and dance tailored especially for seniors. Wednesday 3 June 5.30-6.30pm. $8. Hugh Rogers, Computer help: Seniors Recreation Council 1pm to 4.30pm State President 10am-12pm. Free. 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let’s go travellingADVERTISING FEATURE The milestone Cunard 175th celebrations kick off this month with Cunard  ag- 100 years ago. At the time, day of the company’s foun- Ocean liners differ from ship QM2 and little sister one of the largest and fastest dation, the  agship QM2 cruise ships as they are spe- Queen Victoria spending liners ever built, Lusitania’s will depart from Liverpool ci cally designed to take line the day together in Sydney loss was hard felt in the UK, and retrace Cunard’s  rst voyages across deep sea pas- on 12 March. This year, the Ireland and USA. It was voyage. sages. event will see QM2 docked also a contributing factor to It is sure to be a year to In 1986, Cunard’s QE2 at Circular Quay passen- America’s decision to enter remember for maritime his- operated the last ever steam ger terminal, with Queen the war on the side of the torians and cruise ship en- powered crossing (she was Victoria anchored near Fort allies, due to a high number thusiasts alike! then converted to diesel Dennison. QM2 is so large of US lives lost. The com- Some Cunard fun facts: power). that the marina near Circu- memorative voyage will Cunard was both the  rst Queen Victoria’s kitchens lar Quay has to be vacated. include a special memorial and the last cruise line to run use around three million Queen Victoria is sure to at- service in Cobh, Ireland, as regular transatlantic cross- eggs a year. tract attention and provide a well as calls at Dublin and ings. RMS Queen Elizabeth brilliant photo opportunity Belfast. 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let’s go travellingADVERTISING FEATURE Off to sea in a grand ship cooking and a tempting pas- there are massages, facials of dining options including Douglas, Darwin, Bali and try shop. The buffet is backed and body treatments at the the new Kai Sushi restaurant, Geraldton. by many speciality dining Lotus Spa and a sunlounge a child-free Sanctuary retreat, The ship will also sail on choices including the new with your name on it by the a Movies Under the Stars an 18-night Southern Aus- Kai Sushi restaurant where sanctuary pool. outdoor movie screen, new tralia and New Zealand cruise Japanese chefs prepare sub- And it wouldn’t be a cruise duty-free shops, thirteen bars from Fremantle to Sydney lime nigiri sushi and sashimi if you didn’t disembark with and lounges, the Lotus Spa, departing 6 November. Fares to leave you feeling contented something fabulous and duty four swimming pools, eight start $2819 per person twin and guilt-free. free. 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Morning melodies more many a dream location and • Tour haunted Oakabella Homestead majestically out to sea, then Take the new Izumi Japa- of unpacking just the once, your thing? Or a movie on the romance of the sea… • Spend a day in Kalbarri you are in  ne fettle. nese Bath experience on Dia- and the ease of arriving at one the giant screen by the pool? there is a lot to love about a • The return journey includes lunch and That’s without looking for- mond Princess. The largest exhilarating location after an- Maybe a tour of the galley, a Princess cruise. a river cruise on the Moore River ward to a dinner of, say warm such facility at sea, this is a other while we have wined, bid at an art auction or a mar- The writer was a guest on • Full breakfasts, dinners and 4 lunches sea-salt cured salmon fol- serene place where cascad- dined, partied and then slept tini making class is more your board Diamond Princess. • Home pick up and drop off lowed by vanilla pannacotta ing hot water by a traditional soundly through the night. thing. You will not be bored. Princess Cruises’ Dia- Friendly professional crew. Enjoy the fun and games and lemon cheesecake. Japanese Utaseya takes away The all-you-could-ever- With  ve pools, eight mond Princess offer a series on board our luxury airconditioned coaches. 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let’s go travellinADVERTISING FEATURE g travelling London Calling... Venomous Mountain by Jayson Mansaray translates as the venomous mountain and temperature much much lower. Soon all perhaps for good cause; its peak is 1,344 signs of a path disappeared under two THE COSMOPOLITAN lifestyle in metres above sea level, its located on the metres of snow and ice and the spikes in London suits me well, with the coffee West Coast of Scotland and is directly in our crampons kept us from slipping and houses and bars in Soho, the West End the Atlantic Storm path. sliding. The windspeed further increased, theatres, the slightly more underground So it was at 07.30, at a lovely three gusting ice cold wind and searing snow and edgy club and performance scene degrees in the carpark at the base of Ben all around us – the sunlight shrouded un- in east London, I  nd there isn’t a show, Nevis I found myself and a motley crew der a storm that had arrived in time for us, drink or meal that isn’t within easy reach. consisting of: ‘the best mate’ Kim, ‘the suddenly seeing the valleys and mountain And here lies the perpetual ‘London’ resident doctor’ Jack, ‘the chef’ Barney, faces was a memory, seeing the person in problem, unlike Perth it is not common ‘the lawyer’ Rob, ‘the engineer’ Joss, front of you a challenge. By now your to have a car and with so much on your ‘the  nance guy’ Jaroslav and...the ‘sole legs start to burn, your body cools and the doorstep journeying outside the M25 is woman’ Maria. Plus our trusty ‘Lochaber true stallions come to the fore, ‘the best barely even an after thought. But every Guides’ Dave A and Dave B (no joke), mate’ had now become the enemy as he now and again there is a tear in the interestingly Dave A (Anderson) who had appropriated my hiking poles due space time continuum, the natural order was our mountain leader and the owner to a back injury, my only consolation he is disrupted, the predetermined made to operator had given up a career in den- was further behind me. The lawyer and change stream and an urbanite is swept tistry to follow his true passion – moun- the doctor (brothers in fact) had torn their up in the romanticism of a great journey taineering. waterproof trousers with the spikes from like Frodo Baggins, Homer and Gul- We were taking the mountain path and their crampons but stayed in good spirits liver and so too has this month’s Lon- to start it was a beautiful walk, greenery, and leading the pack was the engineer, the don Calling. Gone are the haunts of old  owers birds, trees valleys and expan- chef, the sole woman and Dave A in that and instead we head beyond zone six sive views. Further into the hike though order. As we got closer to the peak a row on the London underground, past Eng- the temperature lowered and the snow of cairns guides you to the top, but with land’s borders and into the farthest parts became more prevalent as we headed two metres of snow and an absolute bliz- of Scotland, I like the great adventurers south-west from Achintee and started zard upon us visibility was so poor Dave mentioned headed to the ‘Venomous on the slopes of Meall an-t Suidhe. Here A and Dave B had to rely on compasses to mountain! was our  rst stop where we put on our steer clear of the North Face cliffs and the I’m not sure if it was one too many crampons and were taught how to use our infamous Five Finger Gully which I was drinks, a natural high after a performance ice picks should we slide off an edi ce... told was to our right. 150 metres from the Top row from left; Jayson Mansaray - Maria Zaleska and Kim Connor-Streich or idle  ngers but I replied yes to an ex- things were getting serious. summit we have to avoid the Gordyloo Second row; Front L – R Jayson Mansaray, Dave A, Back L-R Barney John, Rob Pickard, pedition invitation from one of my best As the path became whiter and the gully, a large crevice in the plateau which Jaroslav Jerabek, Kim Connor-Streich, Joss Plant, Jack Pickard, Dave B mates in London - Kim Connor-Streich. winds harsher we made it to the half-way has its edges hidden by a large cornice. The expedition was a walk, that was ac- point known as the ‘red burn’ passing And  nally we arrived at the top after  ve

HAGN#104/276 tually a hike, that turned out to be climb- the Loch Meall an t-Suidhe, known as hours of pleasure and some pain. Here ing the United Kingdom’s highest peak, the half-way lochan. It gets half a degree we sheltered beside what I thought was a the mountain known as ‘Ben Nevis’. colder for every hundred metres so as snow hill but in fact was the remnants of In gaelic it is ‘Beinn Nibheis’ which we passed the halfway point the snow an old weather observatory. has multiple meanings but generally got thicker, the wind stronger and the continued on page 55 ...a new concept SENIOR BREAKS WA Come along in group travel and talk Senior Breaks is a great brochure we have put together just for Western Australian seniors. It has package deals to some of WA’s top about Grand Tour to France and Italy destinations including accommodations and touring options, 3 - 30 May (28 Days) all at heavily discounted prices. 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let’s go travellinADVERTISING FEATURE g travelling Going  shing We’ll look after you in  sh. When there are blowies sand as it bites the bottom, not only for yellow n but about, chances are you will lets go and bites again. A also a few nice King George. Italy… catch 20 of them for every slow retrieve is the go in this The idea is to wade out whiting that manages to beat situation. to about knee deep and scan the obnoxious little puffers to While you would expect the  ats for signs of whiting the bait. a wary, bottom feeding  sh schools. They can be quite One way around the blow- like a whiting to be a little obvious on a sunny day if ie problem is to  sh for the timid when it comes to taking you are wearing polarised whiting with lures. The fa- surface lures, the surprise is glasses. Cast the lure a few vourites are tiny surface types that they actually like to re- metres in front of the school such as poppers or stickbaits. trieve these types of lures at and start your retrieve. With These are most often  shed a fair pace. Go  gure. luck they will be in a com- Gayle Madafferi gets a nice yellow n whiting in half a metre or less of wa- While yellow n whit- petitive mood and the hun- ter and in my experience the ing stay close to shore along griest  sh will strike  rst. by Mike Roennfeldt or more and are usually, but  sh have to be in the mood the beachfront, they tend to Like all other whit- not always, found within to get aggressive with this spread out over estuarine ing species except King THIS SUMMER has been a 20m of the beach. This in sort of offering. A little Halco shallows, which is where George, there is a mixed good one for yellow n whit- itself can create a few prob- Roosta 45 popper is a good the best of the whiting  sh- total daily bag limit of 30 Vince Garreffa and Graham Mabury ing  shing around Perth. lems because they occupy choice, especially in light ing with lures seems to take  sh, but I count it a good JOIN VINCE and Anne Gar- tour will be Vince and Anne’s These beautiful shore hug- much of the same territory colours. place. You can get a few in day if I catch six or eight of reffa on this magni cent food special guests Graham and ging  sh can grow to 40cm that is favoured by blow- When I can’t get a whiting the bottom end of the Swan them, especially if they are and wine tour of Italy in Sep- Merle Mabury. to take a surface lure I have but many more are caught big. Fillets gently pan fried

HAGN#139/276 tember and not only enjoy the They joined Vince and had some success using shal- down in the Peel-Harvey sys- in butter with fresh mango delights of this indulgence Anne on their initial tour in Experience low running minnow style tem and south coast estuaries slices and served with a tour of northern Italy but en- 2013 and loved it so much lures like the RMG Scorpion like Nornalup and the lower squeeze of lemon juice and joy being hosted like never that they couldn’t resist com- 52. In the shallows this lure Blackwood. Apparently the a sprinkling of toasted sliced before. ing along again. a day tour like will dig its way along the bot- estuaries farther east towards almonds are a dish  t for a They have specially de- This 23-day tour is fully tom, sending up little puffs of Esperance are very good too, king. signed this itinerary to high- escorted by Vince and Anne light the north of Italy and and includes return economy never before… coincide with some of the au- airfares on Emirates, luxury tumn festivals. coach travel, English speaking Travel Deals Switzerland Some of the highlights tour guide, 20 nights deluxe Day tours from $75 include four nights in Lake accommodation, sightseeing - Quirky One-Room Hotel in Zürich Como,  ve nights in Verona and entry fees, daily breakfast, Tour includes homemade morning tea and minimum of vated Milchbar re-opened with the smallest and three nights in Sestri Le- nine lunches, seven dinners all 2 course lunch (some tours include a 3 course lunch). hotel room in the city. vante. with wines included and gra- While locals are familiar with the delica- The tour is set at a leisurely tuities and porterage at hotels. cies offered by the iconic cafe, now visitors pace to really get to know the This will be a tour of a can also stay there. However, in order to do so, places that you will visit. lifetime, not only will you dis- they must bid for the room up to 10 days prior Of course with Vince, food cover Italy through an Italian’s to their intended stay and the highest bidder will be one of the main focus- eyes you will feel like you are would be granted the one and only room avail- es and you will enjoy tours of part of their family. able at the premises. markets with local chefs, in- Tour cost is $14,990 per Furbished by the celebrated artist, Max Zu- dulgent tastings, lunches and person, twin share. ber, the room, situated under the arcades on dinners with wine and experi- For a copy of the itiner- Call Elite Tours on 9314 2170 the mezzanine  oor of the cafe, features plush ence the autumn festivals one ary or for further informa- ONE-ROOM hotels are becoming extremely  ttings and a playful theme. Visit www.milch- of which includes a donkey tion contact Kings on 9380 www.elitetours.net.au popular around Europe. Recently in the lake- bar.ch and www.myswitzerland.com for more race. 6656 or call Vince direct on side banking capital of Zurich, the newly reno- information. Another highlight of the 0411 881 193. UNFORGETTABLE - EUROPE RIVER CRUISING 20 APRIL 2016 18 Day Bordeaux & Rhône Paris Return - FULLY ESCORTED by George Booth 2 Nights Paris | 7 Night Bordeaux River Cruise | 7 Night Rhône River Cruise | 1 Night Paris

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For information or bookings contact (Ms) Leith Malcolm HAGN#056/276 Phone 9388 1899 Email [email protected] License number 9TA 1041 ABN NUMBER 12 009 028 004 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 27 WA’s GREAT Outdoors CARAVANNING • CAMPING • ACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling Perth Caravan and Camping Show Join us online: From cooking gadgets, Thermomix, will be quick- chases on offer), you can ers receive complimentary to satellite television solu- ly forgotten. move their attention to the entry when accompanying Joondalup tions and power sources, The RAC is also hosting RAC Family Fun Zone. their companion. portable washing machines seminars on the future of Rock climbing, face The Royal Agricultural Caravan Repairsp and lighting – there isn’t the caravan and camping painting, a bouncy castle Society provide onsite much going on in the in- industry in WA and will and an in atable maze are parking for just $5 per dustry that you won’t  nd provide driver tips to help just a couple of the activi- car. Or there is free park- at the Show. to make your next trip ties that will be operating ing (and a shuttle bus) Servicing • Repairs • Spare parts by Brad Elborough The RAC demonstra- smoother. (check the Show’s website running from the Gray- Insurance work • Accessories tion area will also be a hive Adam Gosling from for details of when). lands Hospital. Solar Systems • Alterations • Awnings WHILE THE hero of the of activity. TyreSafe Australia will Plus there is a tent Online tickets in- For all your Caravan, Motor home, or Camper RAC Perth Caravan and Follow the whiff of be on hand to discuss tyre pitching competition and clude free travel on the trailer needs. Secure indoor accommodation Camping Show is the new- amazing food as camp oven safety, while everyone a kid’s casting ( shing, not Transperth network both if your van needs to spend the night. We also manufacture Toy haulers season vans, trailers, RVs HAGN#146/276 cooking genius Jo Clews who intends to go off-road acting) competition where to and from the Show. Campertrailers and Composite panels and tents that will be on demonstrates a few of her should pencil in attending prizes can also be won. For more information display, there is so much PHONE TOM ON 9206 4933 favourite recipes. She will the Eureka 4WD demon- Show details RAC Perth visit caravanandcamp- Unit 13/21 Warman St, Neerabup WA 6031 more planned at Clare- also have time to discuss strations. Caravan and Camping ingshow.com.au [email protected] mont Showgrounds to keep the how, where, what and The seminar and dem- Show 18-22 March at visitors busy and enter- when of using a camp oven onstration timetable is on Claremont Showground tained. that she insists is still very display at the Show. Gates open every day Even if you already have much in fashion, despite The show is not just for from 9am to 5pm. a van, or enjoy going camp- some of the modern tech- the young and adventur- Tickets: Adult stand- ing, or just want to make nology that has come about ous at heart either – there ard $19.50, RAC member your domestic outdoor in recent years. is plenty happening to keep $17.50, concession stand- kitchen and entertainment When you taste her sau- the kids entertained as well. ard $13. area that much more com- sage rolls and scones, any While they are sure to Concession RAC mem- plete, there are many new argument you may have try to talk you into making ber $11.50. Free entry for and improved products be- for travelling with a mi- that next big purchase (and children under 16. Want to become part of a fantasti c volunteer team? ing exhibited. crowave or (dare I say it) a there are many big pur- Companion Card hold-

• Shopping KEN PEACHEY OzPig CARAVAN REPAIRS • Gardening THERE are a number of cooking options open to you • Home visits when you go caravan and camping, but nothing as unique • Specialists in all types of caravan as the Ozpig – and its Australian owned and designed. • Transport You can tell where it got its name, just by looking at it. repairs and alterations And just like a pig – it has many uses – and all of them • Insurance claims FREE RAFFLE are sure to whet your appetite. at the SHOW! Volunteer Task Force (VTF) supports frail aged people and younger people with Ozpig will be represented at the show by the family that • Jayco warranty - VISIT US AT a disability and their carers to live independently in their homes. own it – and they’ll be happy to answer all of your ques- • Canvas, vinyl work SITE# 303 If you would like to help us support our clients with weekend and weekday tions and explain how the product can be used as a camp HAGN#093/276 gardening, home visits, shopping or transport, we’d love to hear from you. oven, to char grill, as a fryer (deep and shallow), to make 194 Campbell Street, BELMONT Our volunteers are important to us and we off er regular volunteer events, training and breakfast, for roasting (long and slow), as a barbecue, for Phone: AVRIL, MIKE, JASON DAVIES reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. HAGN#031/276 cooking pizza and with a wok. 9277 1381 Fax: 9277 8528 Call the offi ce on 9318 5700, email: [email protected] or For more info, visit www.ozpig.com.au Email: [email protected] MRB1167 visit htt p://volunteertaskforce.org.au to  nd out how you can make a diff erence.

Recipe - HAGN#040/276 Breakfast is on the pig

IF YOU’RE looking for some inspiration for cooking on an Ozpig – check this out at the RAC Perth Caravan and Camping Show. One Pot Breakfast - Con- tinental savoury eggs . Cook- ing Time: 30 mins Ingredi- ents: 1 onion, chopped; 2 to 3 rashers of bacon, chopped; 1 to 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped; 3 eggs; butter or oil Preparation: Cook the chopped bacon in the frying pan and then put to one side. Using the same pan, cook the chopped onion in a little oil until light brown. Add the cooked bacon and chopped tomatoes, along with a little salt and pepper to taste, then cook until the tomato is soft. Make several wells in the mixture with a spoon, crack an egg into each well and cook on a very gentle heat. Cover the pan with a lid for a short period of time to cook the eggs through. This is delicious served straight on to a piece of bread or toast. Variation: To make this dish go further, add a can of baked beans to the mixture and stir through before add- ing the eggs. The tomato and onion mixture can be sea- soned with fresh herbs or a very light sprinkling of mixed dried herbs. TIP: Add a little curry pow- der before adding the eggs for HAGN#015/276 a simple and tasty variation. MAXIMUM BUSINESS 20 CLASS TRAVELLERS ON WHEELS

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Ultimate Small Group Tours he beauty of travelling aboard the Ultimate Coach in a small group is that every aspect of Tyour holiday is personal. Be treated as a VIP and enjoy a number of exclusive extras.

THE ULTIMATE COACH In a class of its own, travel on a full size coach (13.5 metres long) which would normally house 48 seats and has been reconfi gured with only 20 luxury leather seats. Two brand new vehicles have been purpose built for Grand Pacifi c Tours boasting a cutting edge design complete with the latest fi nishes. Onboard the coach, the business class treatment extends to a wide range of features including: s 20 luxury leather fully reclining seats with adjustable headrest and calf support for added comfort. s Panoramic viewing, air-conditioning and seat belts. s Wood grain timber tray table with built in cup holder. ULTIMATE TOUR EXTRAS 6 ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR OPTIONS s Seat side personal storage area providing easy access to your Travel in style and enjoy a number of extras exclusive to Includes airfares, taxes, premium accommodation, most travel bag. Ultimate Small Group Tours: meals, sightseeing & attractions. s Personal audio control unit with multiple music channels and a s A deluxe Travel Set including Travel Bag and Ticket Wallet. complimentary set of headphones. MULTIPLE GUARANTEED DEPARTURES s Complimentary pre dinner drink at the welcome dinner. s Individual USB point for charging your camera, mobile phone, 10 - 19 DAYS PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE FROM iPod and iPad. s Cloth bag including boxed mints and complimentary s Stylish centre galley area equipped with refrigerated drinking bottle of water. fountain and fridge units. s Access to daily newspaper and a range of glossy s Complimentary daily on board Wi-Fi allowance. magazines. $ * s Onboard restroom. s An intimate farewell dinner including selected beverages. 5214

Book now & SAVE $125 per person + receive a 400 page BONUS ** NZ Eyewitness Travel Guide + ADDITIONAL BONUS SAVE up to OFFER $250 per person on selected dates**

For more information or a 60 page brochure call (08) 9380 6656 or 1800 677 760 (Country Callers)

*Conditions apply. Price based on 10 Day Ultimate Tour ex PER and includes prepaid taxes. Prices and taxes are subject to change. Single Supplement available. **Discounts are per person. Travel Guide is per household. Added up to $250 discount applies to selected May & September Ultimate departures only. Offer varies on other departure dates. No other special offers or discounts apply. Not valid on special group departures. Special offer applies to new bookings only until 30 March 2015. 30 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 WA’s GREAT Outdoors CARAVANNING • CAMPING • ACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling Good old fashioned service in Rockingham ingham, just 12 months ago and it has been expanding Join us online: ever since, in what some dealers describe as tough times. To complement their new and used caravans James and Michelle have two workshop facilities that specialise in warranty repairs for major suppliers such as Dometic and Thetford RV products. They also carry out insurance work, general repairs and servicing. Opening soon will be an RV part centre for all those knick-knacks a caravanner cannot do without. The range of new Vanguard vans are what James de- CELEBRATING scribes as the best in the country. Vanguard caravans have been built in Melbourne for over 30 years and the company 40 YEARS has built its reputation on building custom made caravans. Many of their dealers re-badge them under a different name AS THE owner of Rockingham RV Centre, the new kid on so you don’t see a lot of second hand Vanguards. the block, James Groves and his wife Michelle, are dedi- One photograph you will see in Rockingham RV Cen- AUST #1 SELLING RV cated to giving their customers good old fashioned service, tre’s under cover showroom is a complete TIG welded with a big dose of enthusiasm. aluminium frame for a Vanguard caravan. What is interest- Drop in to STAND 412 and Their web site says it all: “My previous business experi- ing is the number of workers sitting on the roof frame, no have a coffee with our friendly ence taught me very quickly that customer service is most walls, no nothing, just the frame. A great recommendation staff, get great advice and critical to the success of any business. We are strongly fo- for how strong this company builds its aluminium frames. the best SHOW DEALS on the cused on building a successful business based upon a very Drop into Rockingham RV Centre and see why James simple formula… be nice to people.” and Michelle Groves are so excited about their growing ENTIRE 2015 RANGE! The Groves started their business on Dixon Road, Rock- business and the range of Vanguard caravans. 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Come and explore Ellendale Way, our latest release at Tuart Lakes Lifestyle Village, Rockingham. Ellendale Way is our first ‘Masterplanned Street’. We’ve designed the entire street, so you can see exactly how your new home and surrounding properties will look.

Only the most sought-after home designs from our current design portfolio, each with a focus on outdoor entertaining and sustainable design, have been included in this very special release. The selected home designs complement the beautiful natural environment of this stunning Village. Some homes will even LIMITED HOMESITES AVAILABLE. enjoy scenic vistas from their front verandahs or alfresco areas. HOMES ON ELLENDALE WAY START AT $354,000*

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Streetscape image shown is indicative of a National Lifestyle Villages’ ‘Masterplanned Street’. *Prices correct at time of printing. - CM 32 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 WA’s GREAT Outdoors CARAVANNING • CAMPING • ACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling Two active people on the go Amazing choice at SENT OUT by the Royal Kununurra where Andrew they decided on a full height George Day Caravans Navy In 1979 to assist the opened up a new GP clinic caravan that gave them the GEORGE Day Caravans will again be displaying an exciting array Australian Navy as a doctor while his wife worked at the least work when they arrived of new-release caravans at the show this year with an impressive on general duties, Andrew local hospital. This gave them on site. display on site 400. Marsden loved Australia so the opportunity to explore this With more research and a New Age Caravans has released its  rst pop top caravan, the much he transferred to the remote region on a regular visit to the November 4WD Wallaby. The 15ft and 16ft Wallabys come standard with a full Australian Navy in 1982. basis. Show they purchased an Él- shower, toilet and vanity en-suite stretching across the rear of the It was the wide open spaces With a well kitted out Lan- ite Dirty Harry Caravan from van, an island bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, twin water tanks, and the opportunity to explore drover Defender for camping Lewis RV in Guildford. An- pebble-guard… the list goes on. The L shaped lounge in the 15ft this ancient land that drew they travelled everywhere in drew was impressed with the creates a spacious feel while the larger 16ft Wallaby has café-dinette him to the north of Western the Kimberleys. From the re- standard of off road facilities seating. Big on features, small enough to be towed with ease, the Australia. mote Timor Sea, Keep River and quality of workmanship Wallaby is perfect for those who have garage height restrictions or Andrew Marsden on his  rst shake down run with his Élite For 27 years he looked National Park to the spectacu- inside and out. prefer not towing a large caravan and is ideal for shorter getaways. Dirty Harry on the way to Albany after the workers at Argyle lar falls on the Mitchell Pla- While only 14’ long and The Jurgens range expansion continues with two new models diamond mine in the Kim- teau. This was also extreme 7’6’’ wide Dirty Harry is com- launched at the Perth Show. The ever popular Jindabyne 18ft pop berleys, travelling there every 4WD country. No RAC out plete with shower/toilet and top is now available with a separate shower/toilet and gas/electric HAGN#142/276 three weeks for two days. here. all the modern conveniences hot water service. A winner for free camping. And a Skygazer 18ft This began his love of the After four years in Ku- of today’s caravans. To make caravan featuring a washing machine and forward door takes on an Kimberleys. nunurra they returned to Perth the most of its outback func- all new feel and creates a great sense of space. In 2008 with his wife, where Jane became chroni- tionality it’s  tted with a large Supreme Caravans will be releasing their new 2015 speci ca- also a doctor, they moved to cally ill and passed away in 12v refrigerator, solar panels, tions on the whole range of Classics, Executives, Spirits and Signa- ture slide-outs. With no major upgrade on the whole range for two HAGN#136/276 early 2013. twin batteries and outside bar- HAS ALL THE PARTS & REPAIR CAMPER TRAILER Andrew set about looking becue. years the new release is jammed packed full of previously optional Jayco Coleman for something in which he Andrew and Susan’s  rst extras now included for the same price. There will also be a number SERVICES UNDER ONE ROOF….. Coromal Goldstream could still explore the remote shake down run was to Alba- of new layouts especially in the single axle range. regions of Australia in a little ny, not quite extreme off road, On display will be both the Goldstream RV 16’6” Cutaway mod- Re-canvassing Pop Ups els known as the Panther and Aussie Adventure Pack. Both with Safety control system while All types Repairs comfort. In the interim he met but this was their  rst time in driving for your peace of mind. his new partner, Susan who a caravan. Everything went front kitchen and shower/toilet combo, the Aussie Adventure Pack New to WA and only at ROLL OUT AWNINGS had lived for many years on beautifully and they are very has fabric upholstery and is designed for mild dirt roads whereas the Panther has an off road pack for those people who like to explore Rockingham RV. Insurance claims. Repairs, a boat so whatever they chose happy with this purchase. At to go touring it didn’t have to around $78,000 you wouldn’t off the beaten track. The Panther has leather upholstery, generator Special introductory price $1499 Replacement Skins, box, reverse camera, 2 x 90 watt  exi solar panels, coil independent Specialists in annexe walls be big. want to be trading it in after Andrew had talked to a lot the  rst trip. Andrew was very suspension and picnic table, to name just a few of the many options CANVAS CANOPIES of people over many years happy with its towing and included on this van. Visit us at Stand 531 and the local mechanic at tracking ability. Concept Caravans new 2015 range includes a host of changes MADE TO YOUR VEHICLE and model introductions to the line-up. The new range comprises Drysdale Station had told him Their next trip is to Tasma- at the RAC Caravan of Innovation 500, 600 and 700 series, Ascot, Ascot SX and Zodiac. what not to buy. and Camping Show nia where the smaller sized There will be exclusive (new generation) bed design, glass look The shopping list included van will be well suited and splashback emulating the modern kitchens of today and new en- MRB 1692 a unit that would track his after that is up north to show suite con gurations. These are a few of the enhancements that will Range Rover, have a heavy Susan his beloved Kimberley Come and see Jim and have a chat about GK TRIMMERS pleasantly surprise you. 37 Tacoma Crt, Canningvale off road chassis with a suspen- region. The comprehensive display will also see Track Trailer’s fully “YOUR CARAVANNING DREAM” sion that wouldn’t shake the When asked why he off-road Tvan and Topaz models and Universal slide-out Caravans. Phone 9455 7144 unit to bits. After looking at brought the Élite Dirty Harry 9528 1151 ● 0405 448 330 www.gktrim.com.au The George Day store Cara Spares will have Go Mats, Sun many hard shell camper trail- Andrew replied “Elite build Buster solar shades, Easytune TV antennas and Hyundai generators 87 DIXON ROAD, ROCKINGHAM Mon-Thu 8.30-5 Fri close 4 ers, canvas covered camper these vans for full off road use Sat 8.30-11am in the Robinson Pavilion site 206. trailers and small caravans, with an off road warranty that They have been attending the show for 37 years. Their profes- will let me just about go any- sional staff, who have been providing customers with expert guid- where in Australia. That will ance and advice throughout the years will welcome you on a visit to do me nicely.” George Day Caravans, site 400.

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Love the beach? You’ll love our Park! Ledge Point Holiday Park is a resort style Caravan Park owned and operated by the local community. The Park is excited to have recently opened a brand new recreation room. Staff are keen to make your next BIG4 experience a great one! Watch the sun set over the beach and enjoy some of the best  shing spots when you stay at our beautiful park situated in a small seaside town. Facilities include fully grassed sites, a swimming pool, playground and jumping pillow, peddle carts, fully equipped HAGN#079/276 camp kitchens and BBQ areas. Beach Front Accommodation HAGN#108/276 Set in 4.2 hectares of natures best, adjacent to the picturesque 9-hole Ledge Point Golf Course and only a 500m walk to the beach, this is the perfect location for your next break. With a variety of accommodation from camp sites to chalets, whether you’re looking for a mid-week getaway or to entertain the kids over the school holidays, we can accommodate you. Shark Bay Cottages is the perfect place to enjoy an amazing holiday... Located in Denham, Shark Bay Cottages provides beach Ledge Point Holiday Park PH: 9655 2870 HAGN#027/276 front accommodation to take in scenic beach views and www.lphp.com.au (online bookings and enquiries available) sunsets of beautiful Shark Bay. Email [email protected] The comfortable units provide a good base to stay while taking in the beautiful sights of what Shark Bay and the surrounding region has to offer! Fun,  shing, relaxation - Stay at Shark Bar Cottages and receive 10% OFF MAC Attack Fishing Charters. Enjoy the wonders of the beautiful Indian Ocean - spot a whale or dolphin and cast a reel for some excitement. Tours include Dirk Hartog Island. KALBARRI BOOK NOW: High season April to October Shark Bay Cottages $ 3-13 Knight Terrace, Denham, Shark Bay 100* per night for seniors Phone 9948 1206 or 0428 777 109 www.sharkbaycottages.com.au Mention this ad to receive a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival. www.sport sh.com.au Above rate applies to a minimum 3 night stay. Email: [email protected] Transwa coaches stay with the Resort. HAGN#003/266 HAGN#037/276 The Historic Priory Hotel

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WA’s only dedicated travel section for the mature traveller. Australia’s Coral Coast is home to many of Western Australia’s well known attractions and experiences; the Pinnacles Desert, the Abrolhos Islands, the Kalbarri National Park, the Shark Bay World Heritage Area and the world class Ningaloo Reef where you can swim with the world’s largest fi sh – the whale shark. The unique experiences in this region are endless with an exciting mix of land and marine based activities. The area is great for diving and fi shing all year round with a variety of spec- tacular reefs and marine life. From June to November bushland areas explode into colour during the wildfl ower season, while spectacular national parks and breathtaking coastlines are yours to discover year round. No matter how you choose to explore this exciting region, Australia’s Coral Coast will leave you with a host of memorable experiences. Visit www.australiascoralcoast.com

Main background image; Kayaks on the beach at the Monkey Mia waterfront © Tourism WA

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Enjoy the sunsets - an unforgettable experience HISTORIC WOOLSHED NATURAL WONDERS PERMANENT FRESH In 1912 a huge 12-stand oregon Emu Creek Station has WATER POOL and corrugated iron woolshed something for everyone who When the weather is really warm, Hamelin Pool Caravan Park is located at the entrance to was constructed where up to loves wide open spaces with nothing beats a swim in our one of UNESCO’s World Heritage natural sites, Shark Bay. 20,000 sheep were shorn in the very few people but lots of fresh-water pool which is up to Stay in the beautifully maintained grass camping area or station’s hey-day. The Nyang interesting wildlife and big two kilometres long most of the caravan site in peaceful surrounds of Hamelin Pool. wool shed is part of the historic skies. If it’s wild owers, year. Use our kayaks and either BEST WESTERN Geraldton’s Enjoy a tour of the Historical Telegraph Station built in 1884. Wool Wagon Way which leads geology, birds, the iconic burn up some kilojoules or just Visit the 3.5 million year old stromatolites. through the Murchison and kangaroos and emus, insects or drift along taking in the terrain

senior’s special HAGN#111/276 Powered sites from $20 Unpowered sites from $11 Pilbara regions to the old port lizards which revs your motor, and the bird-life. Over 70 bird Pet friendly, hot showers, bbqs, 1884 campers kitchen, of Onslow. you’ll love Emu Creek Station. species have been recorded. *ONLY $139 swimming pool, TV room, air con units with own bathroom, PER NIGHT backpackers room. Eat in or take-away, licensed shop EMU CREEK STATION 1 Nyang Rd, (off North West Coastal Hwy) Barradale HAGN#021/276 with clothing and footwear. Located near the Yannerie River Bridge PHONE: 9943 0534 Email: [email protected] www.emucreekstation.com HAGN#123/276

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Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. © 2014 Best Western International, Inc. All rights reserved. www.hamelinpoolcaravanpark.com HAGN#099/276 Accommodation “donga” style, air conditioned, TV, Ningaloo Bed & Breakfast fridge, coff ee and tea, bathrooms, secure parking, The Exmouth/Ningaloo Reef has recently clean environment, friendly caring staff . been World Heritage Listed and acknowledged for the natural beauty and unique fauna and  ora of the region. Souvenirs and toys Snacks and general take-away food Dining room open 6am to 9pm - serving hearty breakfasts, delightful lunches and delicious evening meals. $175 per night Situated 235km north of Geraldton, 200km north Ningaloo Bed and Breakfast is a small, exclusive, comfortable home offering three large rooms with your of Kalbarri or 245 km south of Carnarvon. own private entry. Built in 2009 it can accommodate six guests for a perfect ‘getaway’. Watch the wildlife on the verandah and the amazing skyscape, sunsets and stars. Breakfast is a generous continental style included in our tarriff and a cooked breakfast is available for an extra charge and free wireless internet. Wheelchair friendly. Lot 6 North West Coastal Hwy, Meadow Ningaloo Bed and Breakfast FOR BOOKINGS 9942 5919 BOOKINGS 9949 2293 29 Preston Street, Exmouth www.ningaloobedandbreakfast.com.au HAGN#022/276 36 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 WA’s GREAT Outdoors Australia’s Coral Coast CARAVANNING • CAMPING • ACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling Want a great autumn/winter break? Try Kalbarri... winter in Kalbarri include: your resort by foot or Rainbow Jungle staff will con- The Abrolhos is a haven of wildlife with everything Whale watching, the seasonal migration of hump- tact Edge Resort’s courtesy bus to come and collect that unspoiled nature has to offer. The Discovery Tour back whales bring them close to the Kalbarri shore- you. provides a unique chance to experience sights and line in winter and spring. A short walk from Edge Re- Why not spoil yourselves and discover the splen- sounds in an environment that few visitors to West- sort to the river mouth will give you a great vantage dour of the Abrolhos Islands with a scenic  ight ern Australia have had the opportunity to experience. point high above the water to spot whales and also to aboard Kalbarri Air charter. Book at the Visitor Centre,  ights depart daily subject enjoy great sunsets. An early morning  ight past the coastal cliffs and to numbers. Pelican feeding, each morning at 8.45 head down out across the ocean allows you to take in the full Or just unwind and relax within the resort or to the foreshore in front of Black Rock Café and see scope of the Abrolhos Islands before landing on East around town with its unique shopping areas and pris- these majestic birds come ashore for their morning Wallaby Island. After a short stroll to the pure white tine beaches that are easily accessible by foot. feed. Then enjoy a great coffee and a walk along the sand and shallow light blue water of Turtle Beach, This autumn and winter Kalbarri’s new Edge Re- uncrowded foreshore. Watch the  shing boats mak- you will set up camp and enjoy a typically Western sort has some new and great seniors’ packages that ing their way in and out of the river mouth. Kalbarri’s Australian morning tea. include courtesy bus transfers, free breakfasts in the second most important industry is still commercial For those who prefer a nature trail, and in the restaurant, discount dinner voucher and free welcome  shing which includes lobster  shing. The most im- cooler months of autumn and winter, East Wallaby drink. Packages are designed to go hand in hand with portant industry being tourism. provides the invigorating opportunity to walk across your pensioner free pass or seniors discount tickets KALBARRI has got it all for people looking for a Wander the coastal walking path from town (river the island and explore the rich diversity of varying on TransWA. warm, refreshing, leisurely holiday this autumn and mouth) down past Blue Holes, Jakes Point, and Rain- vegetation and meet friendly wallabies at  rst hand. For details and bookings check www.kalbarriedge. winter. Whatever you are looking for you are likely bow Jungle to Red Bluff (4km). You will notice some A highlight is a visit to the Osprey’s nest which is com.au (click on the seniors tab) or email reserva- to  nd it in Kalbarri. And Kalbarri Edge Resort is a great views across the Indian Ocean, see the famous perched perfectly on a coral block. At the easternmost [email protected] or free phone the resort great affordable luxury place to base yourself and en- surf point (Jake’s) in action, pop into Rainbow Jun- point of the island, look across towards the mainland direct on 1800 286 155 joy everything Kalbarri has to offer. gle, the unique parrot habitat for a refreshment and and explore an area of limestone where a massive At Kalbarri Edge they promise: Kalbarri you’ll Great things you will  nd to do this autumn and a look around. Then return to Kalbarri township and build up of shells has been created by circling gulls. love it. Visit the unique Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival DRUMMOND COVEVE relationships whilst enhanc- oval, then on a waterfront turned to the Exmouth social HOLIDAY PARK ing the education and cel- site of the new marina devel- calendar and has gone from ebration of the whale shark opment. strength to strength ever • Self contained park homes and its annual visit to Nin- In 2002, when the marina since, developing into the • Budget cabins galoo. site was no longer available, fantastic, multidimensional, • Free gas BBQ The Whaleshark Festival the Ningaloo Whale Shark four day event that it is to- • Spacious caravan bays is for all ages and is possi- Festival was born. A one-day day. Visitors from around • Miles of beach bly the only event in honour event held in May each year the state, the country and the • Dogs allowed of that unique, spectacular on the town oval. world come to Exmouth to • New ablution creature, the whale shark In 2006, due to popular enjoy all that this unique fes- • Great  shing which is recognised both na- demand, the event was ex- tival offers. • Shop tionally and internationally. tended to three days, and The Ningaloo Whale Panoramic Ocean Views • Disabled facilities Exmouth has held a small included events such as the Shark Festival also cel- NW Coastal Hwy • Swimming pool annual festival in September Whale Shark Challenge ebrates all that the World • Liquor store for years – catering mainly Triathlon, a new regional Heritage listed Ningaloo -10 mins North of Geraldton • Internet Nestled in tranquil bushland Exmouth and surrounds swimming with the for the local community as arts prize, the Exibald Prize Reef environment offers, • Book on line HAGN#065/276 whalesharks at Ningaloo © Australia’s Coral Coast well as any holidaymakers for portrait painting and an promoting sustainability and who may be visiting. The annual cricket match on the environmental responsibility Phone Anne & Dave 9938 2524 THE NINGALOO Whale- with the yearly visitation of Aquafest celebrated Ex- town oval between a celeb- throughout the entire Ninga- Email: [email protected] shark Festival highlights the whale sharks. mouth’s close relationship rity team versus the locals. loo region. Web: www.drummondcove.com community’s relationship The festival’s objective with the beautiful, pristine Unfortunately the festival For further information is to bring together govern- waters of the Ningaloo Reef didn’t run in 2008, 2009 and visit www.ningaloowhale- HAGN#026/276 ment departments, business, and the Exmouth Gulf. The 2010 for a number of rea- sharkfestival.com or email industries and community Aquafest was a one-day sons. In 2011 the Ningaloo whalesharkfestival@west- CARNARVON members to strengthen their event,  rst held on the town Whale Shark Festival re- net.com.au The S-Bend Caravan Park is an excellent place to stay, LUXURY Round the S-bend with older but clean accommodation, well suited for anyone who likes and wants to go  shing. There’s a shop where you THE S-BEND Caravan Park is a privately owned family can load up on bait and dinner and even a fuel station, where CANAL HOME holiday park. They are currently making upgrades to the park you can adjust your tyre pressures before heading out. and the services to ensure they offer comfortable affordable Whether you want a holiday packed with sightseeing, Wake up to dolphins in holiday accommodation for couples and families in a peace- bush-walking, swimming and  shing, or simply to relax next your backyard! This modern, ful and relaxing environment. to a pristine beach in a tranquil bush setting, S-Bend Caravan luxury canal home boasts The nearby coastline is magni cent and a popular  shing, Park is the place for you. swimming and sur ng spot. The  shing is fantastic. Dhu sh So come along and visit the park for a holiday you will a private jetty, 4 bedrooms, and snapper can be caught from the beach. Alternatively, you remember. 3.5 bathrooms, well equipped can simply relax with a book in the sun or take a snooze under Call 9926 1072 for bookings or email them at: contacts@ kitchen, laundry, linen and one of the many shade trees. sbend.com.au outdoor alfresco BBQ area. Sleeps 8 people. Enjoy a beautiful and relaxing Hamelin Pool caravan park and atmosphere on your next holiday to Carnarvon! old telegraph station THE FASCINATING formed over the years. free. Group booking dis- sites. history of the historic tel- Other information of counts are also available. They also have quick Call Michelle on 0407 078 875 or egraph station can be re- the telegraph station’s Visitors’ tours take place access to shell block email [email protected] lived by taking a tour of history includes the story daily by arrangement quarry in Shark Bay. for booking enquiries the museum with a guide of the naked man up the with the of ce either in Shell block is the mate- and viewing relics from pole (Agee Cross) a story the morning or evening. rial of which many of the the days when the station not to be missed and true. Along the Boolagoorda old station homesteads was fully operational Guests staying at the Walk you will also  nd were built. Visit the Old A better place ...trek to the heart of the Gascoyne Also there is an inform- caravan park or in the interesting historic fea- Pearler restaurant, or ative live Stromatolite accommodation can take tures from the telegraph the local church – a very display with a DVD avail- ten minute tours at a dis- station era such as rem- good example of the shell able by appointment. It counted price of $2.50 pp nants of the old telegraph block workmanship in Gascoyne shows you how they were and children under 10 are line and historic grave Denham. - a region of natural beauty, Bibbulmun track events unaffected by bush res biological THE BIBBULMUN Track Founda- provided and experienced guides are on formative workshops and seminars to tions (BTF) calendar of events for 2015 hand to offer support. guide and teach new skills in trip plan- diversity and has not been affected by the recent A selection of family and kids events ning, navigation, hiking gear and food. bush res and are still going ahead as cater for pre-schoolers to teenagers. Our series of Social Sunday Walks great people scheduled. School holiday events include Dr Dolit- are the perfect introduction to the Track The latest edition of the BTF popular tle Goes Bush and Camp Cooking for - led by trained volunteers, these walks Gascoyne Junction - gateway to the Kennedy Ranges and the magni cent Mt Augustus - calendar of events includes a wide range Kids, and the Walking with Mum and are free for members of the Foundation enjoy Gascoyne Junction’s new tavern, pool and accommodation complex. of professionally guided walks, inform- Walking with Dad weekends. They pro- and only $15 for non-members. Denham - gateway to Shark Bay World Heritage precinct, dolphins, dugongs and much more ative workshops and fun activities to vide the perfect opportunity for parents The BTF calendar is published twice suit all  tness levels and age groups. or grandparents to spend some precious a year and can be found on the Bib- Exmouth - experience the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage area. World standard white From day walks, overnight hikes, ex- time with the kids getting back to nature. bulmun Track Foundation website be- beaches and coral reef snorkelling plus  shing, sur ng and sunsets. tended treks, ladies only weekends and Dandy Dwellingup Dames and Bal- low. Bookings are essential. For more Carnarvon - stay overnight in the hub of the Gascoyne events tailored for the kids and family; ingup Belles are two weekend getaways information phone the Foundation on - visit the plantations,  sh, swim, shop, stroll and explore there’s an event to suit everyone. for the ladies where they can relax, walk 9481 0551 or email events@bibbul- Events cater for the complete novice a section of the Bibbulmun and enjoy muntrack.org.au. Visit www.gdc.wa.gov.au on Bibbulmun Trek for beginners to good food, nature and a bit of pamper- Check out all the events – pick up the experienced hiker, venturing into ing. These ladies-only weekends are a a calendar from your local library or PH 9941 7000 HAGN#049/276 the wilderness of the south west on ex- great way to get away from it all. download a copy from the Bibbulmun tended walks of up to eight days. All For those planning their own adven- Track Foundation website and book on- Email [email protected] essential hiking gear and transport are ture, the Foundation hosts fun and in- line at www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 37

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DownADVERTISING FEATUREsizing The hot topic of downsizing gets an airing on Q and A by Frank Smith in both Australia and Britain cannot get a foot on the the community. ing stock. property-owning ladder. He said the family home was the result of savings “There are shades of grey in policy regarding nega- A QUESTIONER asked the ABC’s Q and A panellists Jamila Rizvi said the family home held an iconic and it would be wrong to take it away. However he tive gearing,” he said. on 2 March, why wealthy retirees should be allowed to position in Australia, but young people were becoming agreed that government should discuss ways to release Unlike most political arguments in Australia the live in multimillion dollar homes and still be subsidised less able to buy their own home equity in the home to support retirees. proponents are generally agreed on the problem. Too by the taxpayer. Andrew Leigh said house prices have doubled in Both politicians argued for increasing the supply of much of the country’s housing stock is tied up by older While the panelist, which included Liberal assistant real terms, that is affordability, in a single generation. houses by, amongst other actions releasing, more land, people, whether they like it or not, because many feel treasurer Josh Frydenberg, shadow assistant treasurer “We have seen the biggest over transfer of wealth although Mr Frydenberg pointed out that land release locked into inappropriate properties by the costs of sell- Andrew Leigh, Trisha Jha from the Centre for Inde- between generations,” he said. without adequate infrastructure was pointless. ing and moving and fear of losing bene ts if they do so. pendent Studies, and editor in chief of Mamamia, Jam- Josh Frydenberg argued that encouraging people to Much of the partisan argument was about the role A consequence of this is that many younger people ila Rizvi agreed on the problem, there was little agree- borrow against their family home for living expenses of negative gearing with Mr Leigh arguing that it had are locked out of the housing market. ment on a solution. was likely to help precipitate a new  nancial crisis. resulted in increased demand for property and hence But how to solve the problem is not clear. Have a Go English actress Miriam Margoyles, now living in Any attack on the family home, such as including it increased prices while Mr Frydenberg said negative News plans to explore innovative solutions to downsiz- Australia, made the telling point that young people in the asset test for Centrelink bene ts, risks damaging gearing had helped reduce rents and boosted the hous- ing over the next few months. Think long-term when downsizing! StrokeSafe ambassadors help rather than hinder it. best of both worlds.” preventing stroke “Willow Creek Mews has been de- Villas have a huge double bedrooms signed to provide community, conven- with an extra large study that doubles up MOST OF us are aware recognise what the signs the WA Self Funded Re- ience and a spacious new home with the as a spare bedroom, all speci cally de- that in our mature and of a stroke are, using the tirees Association, holds a latest technological advantages relating signed for ageing in place and  nished to what seems to be rapidly FAST test. meeting with guest speak- to acoustics, energy ef ciency and sus- exceptionally high standards. advancing years we are Can we afford not to at- ers on topics of interest to tainability. And when it comes to design, “No other village is compliant with entering the time when tend this meeting? Come retirees. our village is designed to provide value AS 4288 and 4299 and this means there due recognition must be along on 10 April at 10am Visitors to our meet- for money, low weekly fees, and no exit is no need to think about moving again given to the possibility of to the Cambridge Bowl- ings are always most wel- fees, which means Willow Creek Mews just because you are growing less mo- a stroke. ing Club, Floreat Sport- come. For more informa- MANY retirees have to downsize two gives the best possible value for your bile or need in home care,” he says. Sadly Australian sta- ing Precinct, Chandler tion please contact: Ron or three times, says Louis May director dollar in a very competitive market,” “But don’t leave retirement planning tistics show that one in Avenue, Floreat. de Gruchy on 9447 1313 of the Village Management Company at says Mr May . to the last minute, you must think for the Willow Creek Mews. “We provide a modern, well de- long term, and not be tempted by facili- six people will have a Each month on the or Margaret Harris on “Most fail to take into account either signed and attractive home priced from ties you will never use. stroke in their lifetime. second Friday at 10am 9381 5303. their changing lifestyle, or their mobility $143,000 which generally leaves plenty “Willow Creek Mews offers resi- But, did you know that is liable to deteriorate over the years is of spare cash for our residents to en- dents a recreation centre, attractive a stroke can be pre- alarming,” he says. joy their leisure time. And that is what landscaped gardens, security, and a link- vented? “The stress and  nancial cost involved makes an enjoyable retirement,” he says. up with a local age care service provider The National Stroke in buying and selling several times make “Our purchase program allows buy- who will supply a host of care packages Foundation has passion- it so important that you make the right ers to move into a home tailored for over as residents’ age. And this type of serv- ate StrokeSafe ambassa- decision on a home that will suit your 55s complete with open plan living ar- ices becomes ever more important later dors. One of whom will needs for later in life, rather than just for eas, European appliances,  tted carpets in life.” be at the April meeting Have a Go News is now available in the next few years. and window treatments. A display villa is open at the village of the Self Funded Re- South Perth from Vaucluse Newsagency. “High exit fees from many retirement “And because we haven’t duplicated in Legend Crescent, Green elds every tirees Association. The The new outlet is located at villages can make moving prohibitive so Mandurah’s excellent recreation facili- Saturday from 11am to 3pm and is ambassador will let us if purchasers combine realistic expecta- ties our prices are around half those of manned by our village manager. 81B Angelo Street, South Perth. tions with careful planning they can eas- similar lifestyle villages, which with our Or contact Stephen May know how to prevent a Grab a copy of Have a Go News when ily  nd a new home, in a secure environ- low weekly levies allow us to utilise our 0419 042 300 and at www.willowcreek- stroke, what a stroke is you’re picking up your lucky lotto. ment, that will enhance their retirement resources wisely and give residents the mews.com and how everyone can HAGN#068/276 Bethanie Beachside Lifestyle Village Image: Residents Jann & Alan - Lagoon Beach, Yanchep

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DownADVERTISING FEATUREsizing Swancare lifestyle apartments rise to great heights City of Swan SWANCARE HAS taken a step into social activities and the many attractions will soon become the norm, as villas the future, revealing plans for a stunning nearby, like the golf course, the shops, give way to similar unit developments. Community Training Program  ve-storey lifestyle apartment complex restaurants or cinema,” she said. “More and more people are turning THE CITY of Swan free Community Train- Cr Mark Elliot said that this is a great op- in its Bentley Park community. “And if the time comes when a to apartments like Akora because they ing Program covers the things that com- portunity for community groups to up-skill With a mezzanine area overlooking a resident or their loved one requires as- offer so many advantages to the resi- munity groups may need to know to run and for volunteers to learn new skills. green room, beautiful landscaping and sistance or care, they have the peace dent, including being more affordable smoothly and successfully. “Each year the Community Training Pro- a proposed coffee shop on the ground of mind that comes with knowing it’s because the cost of the land is shared,” The City has again reviewed the curricu- grams are  ooded with people keen to learn  oor, the new Akora Lifestyle Apart- available. he said. lum to bring it up to date more to bene t their association,” he said. ments represent the ultimate in retire- “Another great thing is that the apart- “Akora’s apartments will be secure Mayor Charlie Zannino said this annual “We also invite those who have not expe- ment living. ments will be brand new and that’s ex- and easy to look after. They’re private program contains of a mix of sessions which rienced the sessions to come along this year, Natalie Hodi, SwanCare’s general citing in itself. They’ll be beautiful to and very quiet and they’re also easy to are free for not-for-pro t associations, vol- to meet other volunteers within the com- manager retirement living, is excited live in, with modern appliances like a keep warm in winter and cool in sum- unteers and residents. munity and to enjoy the free knowledge on about the new development and be- dishwasher and dryer included.” mer, which helps keep power bills “Topics covered in these free workshops offer.” lieves Akora ticks all the boxes as far Akora has been specially designed down. include being incorporated, creating busi- Places are limited and bookings are es- as retirees are concerned, with the em- with the environment in mind. It will “But best of all, they’ll allow more ness plans, project planning, grant writing, sential. As the sessions are very popular and phasis being on security, comfort and be an eco-friendly complex with cost people to enjoy living at Bentley Park.” marketing and more,” he said. waiting lists for events are common, people lifestyle. effective and practical sustainability ini- Akora Lifestyle Apartments are now “The sessions are held on the fourth who cancel without notice will be refused “Akora will be extremely low main- tiatives throughout. Each apartment also selling off the plan. Construction is due Wednesday of each month and have proven future bookings. tenance, which means residents can do contains above industry standard insula- to commence in April this year and extremely popular.” To book phone Joanna on 9267 9136 or all the things they’ve always wanted to tion and high quality sound attenuation. completion is scheduled for midway All sessions are held at Old Midland email [email protected]. do but never had time for. They can lock SwanCare Group Retirement Liv- through 2016. For information, contact Courthouse, Helena Street, Midland from An Auslan interpreter service is available by up and leave if they want to travel, or ing Consultant, Harry Pearson, says the Harry Pearson on 6250 0016 or email 6.30pm until 9pm, with doors opening at advance request. View the full 2015 program simply make the most of SwanCare’s apartment style living offered by Akora [email protected] 6pm. at www.swan.wa.gov.au/training More tips for helping make superannuation simple This is the continuation of a series of $1.3 million in their SMSF in order for suf cient in retirement, especially if the re- An index of the Australian property trusts • the type of properties in the trusts such as articles from Hartleys. them to achieve the balance required to tiree owns a single property and little else. (Australian Real Estate Investment Trusts) retail, industrial, of ce, etc.; OVER the past few months we have been reduce the risk of being overweight in that Additionally, the abovementioned issues listed on the ASX (S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT) • the level and duration of gearing; discussing some of the things to be con- asset type. may not be how an investor necessarily indicate that this sector has risen in price by • the level of overseas exposure in their sidered when setting up a self-managed By having a single investment mak- wants to spend their time in retirement, or 29.12 per cent over the 12 months to 30th portfolios and consequent currency expo- super fund (SMSF) or investing in your ing up a large proportion of a portfolio, a alternatively they may have to pay a third January 2015, and 7.95 per cent for the sure; own name, and then constructing a portfo- number of issues can arise. You decrease party to look after these issues for them.  ve year period to that date (annualised). • whether they build and develop properties lio designed to provide a regular dividend the liquidity of the portfolio, as it’s dif cult The alternative to having a physical Inclusive of income, the total return for the themselves or purchase already developed income to supplement the Centrelink age to sell a part of a house if you need some property is to buy units in property trusts, year was 36.19 per cent and 14.51 per cent properties; and of course pension, should you be eligible. extra cash, and it takes quite a bit of time to which enable the investor to have an expo- pa for  ve years (Source: S&P Dow Jones • the price and the yield. We are now going to look at some of complete the transaction; you are tied to the sure to different types of property ranging Indices, 2015). Even with the effect of the Before you invest you should always be the components that should make up a performance of the investment, which can from shopping centres to CBD buildings, Global Financial Crisis on the A-REITs, sure that you understand the returns being balanced portfolio in greater detail, start- lag for periods of time if you lose a tenant; retirement villages to industrial parks, and the 10 year returns were -3.63 per cent and offered and whether it will compensate for ing with the property sector which attracts and then there is the maintenance and up- all manner of things in between. The in- +2.68 per cent pa respectively, annualised. the risks. many investors for the high yields that can keep if you want to keep the property in a vestor can choose how much they want Some of the issues that you or your ad- This article is general advice written be achieved if managed properly. good state to attract and maintain a reason- to hold in each type of property, can even viser should consider when buying units in by Greg and Sonya Soudure, authorised Property can come in all kinds of shapes able rental income. build their own diversi ed property portfo- a property trust are: Representatives of Hartleys Ltd (ABN 33 and sizes, but for most people to have a Whilst owning direct property has his- lio if they want to, and they can sell them • the costs and length of time taken to buy 104 195 057) (AFSL 230052). Please call physical $300,000 or $400,000 property torically been a viable way to accumulate through the ASX if the units are listed, or or sell the units; 9268 2834 or 08 9268 2865 or visit www. such as a rental unit or house in their fund, wealth over the long term, the rental in- sell them back to the fund manager if they • the age and quality of the properties held privateportfolios.com.au for further infor- they would probably need to have about come available after expenses may not be are not listed. by the trusts and the quality of their tenants; mation.

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Pricing and availability advertised are correct at the time of printing but subject to change without notice. Information about the services and facilities provided in the village is correct at the time of printing but may change as the needs of residents change. Photographs are for illustrative purposes. February 2015. 42 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 Downsizing ADVERTISING FEATURE Couples reunited in residential aged care in Amana Living’s Les- of home care (HACC) of residents, and overlook One of the fi rst couples became available. They murdie care facility. services. However, after a the essential emotional to be brought back together have now been married for As longevity increases, few periods in residential needs. Keeping loving in Parry Hostel was John 66 years. and with it the health and respite, they realised that couples together can have and Phyllis Hodges, who Frances and John Walter mobility issues associated they needed full-time resi- a huge positive impact on celebrated their 70th wed- are the fourth couple living with ageing, more couples dential care. their emotional and mental ding anniversary there in at Parry together. When are being forced to live Ron was the fi rst to wellbeing.” 2013. Although Phyllis’ Mark Backhouse discov- apart when one of them move into Amana Living The Lesmurdie units care needs were low, she ered that John was living moves into residential care. Lesmurdie (Parry Hostel), consist of a bedroom and was able to join John, who in the hostel and Frances Often, it is the fi rst time and Joan stayed with her sitting room, so couples are lives with dementia, which in the Parry Village re- they have been separated daughter while she wait- able to spend time together had a signifi cant impact on tirement community next since their marriage. This ed for a place to become in their own space. Amana her emotional wellbeing. door, he was delighted to can be quite devastating available. Living service manager The same year, Ivy enable Francis to be trans- after a long life together. “Whenever possible, we Mark Backhouse says he Drinkwater moved into ferred into the hostel. Seeing Joan and Ron will help couples to live to- will do his best to move Parry Hostel, followed “John was desperate to Joan and Ron Wellington enjoy time together at Amana together leaves staff in gether again,” said Amana couples into adjacent units by husband Basil a few be with his wife, and was Living Parry Hostel no doubt that being in the Living general manager if that is what they want, months later. Ivy and Basil overjoyed at the thought of same facility is vital to residential care, Zenith while considering individ- had been living in separate her moving into the facili- JOAN AND Ron Wel- as happy today as the day their happiness. The cou- Zeeman. “It is too easy for ual care needs and respect- care homes, and moved ty. I’ll never forget the tears lington have been married they met. They are one of ple were living independ- aged care organisations to ing the security of tenure of one at a time into Parry of happiness the day they for 74 years and are just four couples now living ently, with the support focus on the physical needs all residents in the facility. Hostel as suitable places were reunited,” he said.

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DownADVERTISING FEATUREsizing Hockey’s essential toolkit for employing older workers increase in paid employment “Astute employers already have policies of employing and raise awareness of the of people aged 55-plus would know that older workers can more older workers. bene ts of employing older add $48 billion per annum to bring vital experience and Bunnings store operations workers the economy. skills to their business, en- director, Michael Schneider As there are many and Long term unemployment hance their reputation and said Bunnings recognises the signi cant differences within rates amongst the over-50s boost their bottom line,” he importance of our older team and between organisations, are consistently higher than said. members. employers, employees and other age groups. While The launch of the Age “Employing older workers across various sectors, there is gradually improving, work- Management Toolkit comes is a deliberate strategy which no one-size- ts-all solution. force participation rates just weeks before the release helps us all bene t from the The toolkit comprises evi- amongst Australians aged 55 of the fourth Intergenerational wisdom and character that dence-based information, re- and over are still lower than Report. Previous Intergenera- life experience brings and sources, guidelines and good in countries like New Zea- tional Reports modelled the this delivers a win for cus- practice examples that have land and Sweden. impact of changes in percent- tomers and a win for every- been sourced from a wide National Seniors has pub- age of seniors in the popula- one in our team,” he said. range of leading national and lished an Age Management tion on productivity. It also The National Seniors Pro- international agencies and Toolkit, designed to take em- prompted government calls ductive Ageing Centre’s Age expert bodies specialising ployers through the step-by- for increased workforce par- Management Toolkit was in the  elds of employment, step process of retaining and ticipation. written by Dr Ruth Williams management and workforce recruiting older workers. “With the capacity for of the Productive Ageing ageing. “Australians are living older Australians to positively Centre. It is designed for The tool kit was launched Federal treasurer Joe Hockey at the launch of Age Management Toolkit longer, healthier, and are now contribute to GDP, the Toolkit each employer to tailor the by Federal Treasurer Joe often choosing to remain is an essential and very prac- best age management initia- Hockey at a Bunnings store by Frank Smith government is pressing for workers and an excess of the active in meaningful em- tical resource for our time,” tives according to an organi- in Sydney last month. more older workers to par- unskilled. ployment beyond traditional said Mr O’Neill. sation’s individual strategic The toolkit can be down- WITH the highest unem- ticipate in the workforce. The Australian Human Rights retirement age,” said Na- A number of major em- goals, its size and age pro le; loaded free of charge from ployment rate for 12 years answer is that there is a short- Commission research sug- tional Seniors chief executive ployers, including Bunnings to assist in effective manage- www.nationalseniors.com. you might wonder why the age of experienced, skilled gests that just a  ve per cent Michael O’Neill. and Woolworths, already ment of an ageing workforce au/amt Live in style at Bethanie Beachside in Yanchep WA’s largest not-for-pro t aged care and retire- young at heart. Bethanie Beachside means not having to com- ment living provider, Bethanie, understands Bethanie Beachside will offer premium rec- promise on any aspect of your chosen lifestyle. the need for a comfortable transition to more reational facilities. To ensure residents always Facilities are designed to cater to both those manageable, practical living arrangements. Be- have options for fun and interactive activities, a who lean more towards independent living, as ing able to maintain independence, make new resort clubhouse, undercover heated pool, bowl- well as residents who need that extra bit of care. friends, share social experiences and feel safe ing green, gymnasium, elegant bar and lounge, Bethanie Beachside offers a nursing home that and secure is a very important part of this transi- as well as a crafts room and workshop comprise caters to those who require some assistance day tion. the quality options for Beachside clients. to day. Bethanie Beachside retirement village in Living at Bethanie Beachside allows you to Secure your piece of paradise with prices Yanchep is in stage three of construction and spend your time doing things that are important ranging from $475, 000 and avoid paying stamp nearing completion. It offers brand new two- to you. Located between pristine beaches and a duty on your villa. bedroom double brick villas with garages and tranquil national park, the location of Bethanie Call Justin at Century 21 on 0407 577 865 or a variety of spacious designs to suit the tastes of Beachside means that residents can venture out for more information call the friendly Bethanie all. Pets are also welcome. for some fresh sea air or have a picnic in the Connect team on 131 151. Additionally the vil- Discover the spacious designs and more The area is close to public transport, the beau- park. Everything you love about Western Aus- lage is open 10am-12pm or by appointment. at Bethanie Beachside tiful foreshore and many other activities for the tralia is on your doorstep. Finding your home at Visit the website www.bethanie.com.au HAGN#061/276 Easter gift idea for the Display whole family Household moving- Open Advertorial downsizing-estate Saturdays I FIRST SAW the bidet advertised in a magazine. We were so intrigued by the dispersal 11am - 3pm product that my husband and I spent about six months looking around for a re- - full relocation tailer, or even a handicap specialist that would be able to give us a product demon- ONLY stration, unfortunately we had no luck. So I decided to give The Bidet Shop a call, A Timme To Moovve and I have not regretted it for one minute, says Ginny Kingsley specialises in “I’m only a spring chicken compared to my husband, who was incapacitated at 3 the time, but the bidet was a great help to him and his situation. It eliminated the relocation and need of a carer – unfortunately my husband is now in a home.” downsizing for seniors. LEFT! I have just ordered a second bidet for our son. He is currently building a holiday We can do as much home and has insisted that a bidet be put in. or as little as you need, “Mum we have to get it; think of the bidet as my inheritance,” he says. from packing and I absolutely love the bidet and all it has done to help ease the suffering of my unpacking, husband while he was still at home, and the continued use as a health care product to cleaning and for me. Besides I wouldn’t be getting a second one if I didn’t like it. staging the home If you’re interested in a bidet toilet seat or think that a bidet may relieve the pains for sale of toileting in your home, then don’t hesitate for a moment to get in contact with PRICES From $143,000 one of The Bidet Shop’s friendly staff. They are wonderfully helpful and are willing Call for a consultation assist you in any of your enquiries. 0407 672 878 Equipped With Appliances, Fitted Carpets, Blinds, Lock-Up Garage etc Call 1300 243 387 (national). BUY TODAY - NO MORE WAITING

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DownADVERTISING FEATUREsizing The coming UK General Election poses questions Reward yourself for by Mike Goodall lowing his announcement that the Conserva- not aware of our campaign or who are quite pre- tives would introduce a Bill to scrap the 15 year pared to let a few individuals work hard on their WHILE THE campaigning is building up in the rule if they were re-elected. I pointed out that if behalf without contributing themselves. driving less UK prior to the General Election (75 days from a bill to scrap the 15-year rule was introduced in I wonder, if the Conservative Party went when I wrote this article in mid February) and time for expats to register to vote for the General along with our recommendations, whether AS YOU get older, chances are you’re driving less. So it the political parties are pushing their achieve- Election and that if the Conservative Party then many would even both to vote even if there was makes sense to pay less for your car insurance. ments and advantages to the voters they still included in their manifesto a policy to unfreeze a pension increase promised? As the years go by, it can be harder to see clearly on the haven’t launched their manifestos so we are un- the UK State Pension, there were a lot of poten- So come on all you UK State pensioners and road at night or in rainy weather. But recent research has able to let you know if any of the major parties tial voters out there who could vote Conserva- potential pensioners out there, sign the online shown that older drivers are still safer than those in younger have agreed to include unfreezing overseas paid tive. petition at www.change.org/p/end-pension- age brackets. pensions as part of their policies. He said they would certainly consider my freezing and let us send a message to the UK Even the most elderly having lower crash rates than the I wrote in the November issue about the 15 points regarding pensions and passed my e-mail Government that enough is enough. If you don’t young, according to Mark King, senior lecturer at Queens- land University of Technology’s Centre for Accident Re- year rules for UK expats and that there was a to the head of Number 10 Policy Unit. have a computer ask a friend or relative who 1 campaign underway to have this rule removed I also mentioned that the voting system would does. The petition can also be accessed through search and Road Safety . so that UK Expats could vote in the UK at gen- also have to change to enable postal votes time to www.pensionjustice.org Click on Take Action That’s most likely because older drivers tend to drive eral and European elections for the rest of their be returned and included in the count because and the petition is located on the left hand side less, and avoid heavy traf c and driving at night – reducing lives. arranging a proxy vote is a dif cult exercise. of the page. the risk of an accident. Despite this, many are still paying Since then a ’ten minute bill’ to scrap the 15 However I was amazed to learn that out of all In addition to the campaign work we help our high car insurance premiums. year limit on overseas voting was presented to the UK expats who are now entitled to vote in members who have worked in the UK investi- If this sounds familiar consider Australian Seniors Pay the House of Commons by Geoffrey Clifford- the UK only a very small minority even bother, gate, discover and claim any UK pension income As You Drive car insurance, which charges a reduced pre- Brown and unanimously accepted. Supporters even though laws that are made in the UK can that they could be entitled to. In addition if our mium when you agree to a maximum km range during the of the Bill are now calling for the introduction of dramatically affect them and their families’  - children were born and worked in the UK, may policy period. a new bill in government time, which would give nancial decisions and planning. also have an entitlement. “Pay As You Drive Insurance is an innovative type of UK Expats the right to vote in national elections Additionally in February’s edition of Have a Anyone who would like to discuss the above car insurance that’s well suited to many older drivers,” says in perpetuity and most importantly enable them Go News our chairman Jim Tilley wrote a let- further is welcome to contact British Pensions Michael Rehak, managing director, Australian Seniors In- to register to vote for this forthcoming general ter thanking the editor for supporting our cam- in Australia on 1300 308 353 or Mike Goodall, surance Agency. election. paign and articles, but also commenting on the BPiA’s Coordinator in Western Australian on “It provides the advantages and security of comprehen- I wrote to Grant Schapps, Conservative Party apathy and indifference of so many of the 40,000 (08) 6364 0859 e-mail: mikecgoodall@btcon- sive car insurance, but at a lower cost for people who drive chairman last November on the same theme fol- expat pensioners living in WA. They are either nect.com less,” he says. “With Pay As You Drive, you tell us how many kilome- tres you think you’ll drive each year. We’ll work out your premiums based on your estimate,” says Mr Rehak. Letter to the Editor “The beauty of this cover is that you’re not locked in – if DEAR Editor young people dealing in drugs and trees and is generally a pleasant area Bethanie CEO Mr. Christo- you think you’re going to drive a bit further, just call Aus- I am a resident at the Bethanie drinking but fortunately, with the to walk through. pher How says, “safety, security tralian Seniors to top up your kilometres.” Beachside Retirement Village and diligent efforts of the local police, Why can’t our small area be treat- and the wellbeing of Bethanie Extra premium will be payable if you increase the dis- for the last four years the residents of this appears to have stopped. How- ed in the same way, making it some- Residents is absolute paramount tance you drive and an additional excess will be applied if our village have been worried about ever, it is still used by young people where that the village residents can to our organisation. Bethanie agreed km range is exceeded. the small area of trees and bushland who can access the village from this access? At present we are too nerv- Residents are entitled to feel safe Reward yourself today for driving less. Call Australian in between the village and Lindsay area, a problem which is becoming ous to walk in there, not knowing ex- and secure in their homes. Cur- Seniors Australian Seniors Insurance Agency on 13 13 43 Beach Boulevard. increasingly prevalent. actly what we might encounter. rently, our Bethanie residents or go to www.seniors.com.au. We have approached the Wan- The rubbish the young people I feel Wanneroo City Council is are uncomfortable with a situa- The Insurer is The Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd neroo City Council regarding the leave in the bush is gradually accu- being very short sighted in its refusal tion that presents itself outside (Hollard), AFSL No. 241436. Australian Seniors Insurance dangers this bushland poses to the mulating, it is becoming an eyesore, to do anything about this small area of a Bethanie village. Bethanie Agency Pty Ltd ABN 48 097 746 391 acts as Hollard’s Au- village, ( re risk and snakes which and as pointed out is a  re hazard. which could have such detrimental executives and management are thorised Representative, No. 270983. Terms and conditions come into the village regularly) but Along Yanchep Beach Road there consequences to us. fully supportive of their ongoing apply. were told that it would not be altered is another area similar to ours which Yours faithfully campaign to get this bushland ti- Consider the product disclosure statement to ensure the in any way. has had the undergrowth cleared, died in order for them to feel safe product is right for you available at www.seniors.com.au or Initially this bush was used by bird nesting boxes attached to the Anna McGilvray (Mrs) again”. by calling 13 13 43. HAGN#130/276 The best move you’ll ever make

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DownADVERTISING FEATUREsizing Sterling New Life offers innovative solutions to retirees  nancial problems STERLING First offers an alternative to sell releasing approximately $250,000 to vironment of uncertainty. toria Park, Port Kennedy and Bunbury, so reverse mortgages and retirement villages spend how you like and $550,000 units in “Most retirees would like to have more it is easy to make contact and explore your for retirees who own property but don’t the property trust. cash to spend and this frees up their as- options. have a lot of money to spend. “If you still have a mortgage that gets sets,” he said. The deal is a win-win for both retirees The company works to unlock the value paid off in the process.” Lifetime leasing is more-cost effective and property trust. in your property if you own it outright or The trust pays rates, property insurance than reverse mortgages. These carry quite a “People with life leases on houses they even still have a small mortgage. And un- and all maintenance costs leaving the les- high interest rate and the debt builds up by used to own tend to look after the property like traditional down-sizing you don’t have see with more money to spend. compound interest so that you often end up much better than the average tenant. They to leave the house you love. There are no weekly fees, unlike a re- owning no equity in your property. see it as their own property,” Mr Lucks said. While Sterling First offers a range of tirement village and the lessee only has to With a life lease when you decide to The company has a team of in-house  - solutions for the asset rich, income poor a pay for water, electricity and contents in- move on there is a competitive exit fee and nancial advisers to ensure the client has no typical one is as follows: surance. you gain from any capital appreciation of loss of pension entitlements. Owners sell their house to a property Also unlike a retirement village you re- your units in the property trust. “Many come out better off with an in- unit trust and in return receive cash, units main in your own property in the Western If your house is not a suitable investment crease in income and decreased cost of liv- in the property trust and a lifetime lease on Australian community where you have for the property trust Sterling First can help ing,” said Mr Lucks. their own house. chosen to live. you sell your house and obtain a life lease Sterling First offers an innovative solu- “It is an effective way to unlock the val- “We aim to tell clients what is good for on another property. tion to the cash-poor dilemma of many reti- ue in your property,” says Sterling First’s them, and what we can do to help free up First Sterling has been 40 years in the rees. Its worth having a chat with them for a Phil Lucks. cash and allow them to adopt a new more property business and manages some 300 no obligation assessment of your situation. “Say your house is worth $700,000. You af uent lifestyle. It also takes away the en- properties. It has of ces in West Perth, Vic- Refer to ad on page 9. Make life easier with a check list for downsizing MOVING into a smaller, more easily maintained ties within walking distance so homeowners have Another important consideration was the size The funds raised from the development will go homes is a growing trend among retirees and semi- the convenience of a supermarket around the corner and layout of the kitchen. Mr Pappas said it was toward the restoration of the St Peter’s Church to retirees, according to property expert Richard Pap- or a chemist at the end of the street. important to ensure the kitchen was well integrat- ensure that this continues to be part of the local pas, managing director of Celsius Property. “If you are moving to an apartment complex ed, has spacious bench tops and plenty of storage. community. “While it is hard to leave behind memories as- make sure it has a lift so you don’t have to rely on He said a good example of where these features The development offers nine apartment designs sociated with the family home, the practicalities stairs. were demonstrated was St Peters on Leonard Street across four different con gurations. While the of moving into a home with fewer bedrooms and “An intercom facility that allows home owners in Victoria Park, where a 34 apartment complex is majority have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a smaller garden or courtyard generally become to let guests in rather than having to go and meet being built alongside St Peter’s Church. there are also one-bedroom, one-bathroom; and more important as people grow older,” Mr Pappas them at the entry is another important inclusion. “This is a low rise development in a great inner two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments, and a said. “I would also highly recommend downsizers city location and is a really good option for anyone couple of three-bedroom, two-bathroom town- “This is particularly the case for people who like look for homes and apartments where security is a looking to downsize and move into a new apart- houses. to travel and are attracted to a lock-and-leave life- feature, such as gated complexes.” ment with quality  nishes,” he said. The secure boutique complex will be set around style, as well as those who  nd cleaning and caring Mr Pappas said downsizers should not scrimp on Alan Gray, strategic property manager at the An- a central private residents’ piazza and some apart- for a bigger home dif cult or too time consuming.” living space even when moving to a smaller home. glican diocese of Perth, said the St Peter’s develop- ments on the upper levels boast panoramic views Mr Pappas said downsizers should look for a “In apartments, balconies and courtyards will ment was an exciting project. of the Perth CBD. A lift will provide excellent ac- number of key features when purchasing a home to become the main connection with the outdoors and “A great deal of attention has been paid to the cess throughout the building and every unit will suit retirement living. these should offer a reasonable amount of space development’s overall aesthetics and its ability to have at least one basement car bay. These included proximity to local services such to set up a barbecue, table and chairs, along with integrate back into the existing landscape.” The apartments offer a great lock-and-leave life- as shops, cafes/restaurants, medical facilities, pub- some plants. “The project has been sympathetically designed style for residents who liked to travel. lic transport and parks and recreation areas includ- “I recommend balconies be a minimum of 12sq to re ect the area’s heritage look and feel,” he said. “The apartments have been designed to give ing cycle/walk ways. m and courtyards 16sqm to ensure the space can be “We wanted to create a quality residential develop- home owners peace of mind knowing their homes “It is really important to have a variety of ameni- fully utilised.” ment that resonated well with the community.” are secure while they are away,” said Mr Pappas.

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Serve as an aperitif or to accompaniment to desert. RRP by Frank Smith $11. You might also like two low alcohol white wines from THIS is a soft, tender delicious meatloaf. Method IF YOU drink beer you have a wide choice of alcohol New Zealand that are less sweet. strengths to choose from, so if you don’t want to risk your The cost of this recipe is low enough to feed Fry the onion and bacon in olive oil lightly Brancot Estate Flight Pinot Gris 2012 shows an array a big group. Best of all, it’s luscious hot or for three minutes, add carrot, stir and cook to- licence you can still have several drinks safely by choosing of  oral notes on the nose ranging from rose petal to orange light beer. cold. gether for a further two minutes, then take off blossom supplemented with ripe lime and nashi pear notes. the heat and cool. Now beat the two raw eggs There is not the same level of choice for wine drinkers. Guava and white peach  avours combine to create a full pal- In fact hotter summers have resulted in wine with alcohol Ingredients for 6 - 10 people and milk into a runny liquid and mix with the ate with a ripe, citrus acidity to create balance. It has only 1 kg minced beef blade bread in a big bowl. Add the mustard, parsley, content of 14 per cent or more. nine per cent alcohol. RRP $17.99 Until recently low alcohol wines were also low on taste 6 rashers of bacon  ne diced marjoram, nutmeg and some salt and pepper. Brancott Estate Flight Sauvignon Blanc 2012 exhibits (fat and lean together) After a rough mix, add bacon, onion and any and high on sugar, but an innovative research program is set ripe gooseberry and tropical notes with a sweet snow pea to change all that. Rocco Longo, a PhD student at Charles 3 cups stale bread, no crust, diced small juices in the pan then add the minced beef and piquancy and hints of passionfruit. The wine is full with a 2 tbspn mild mustard mix really well. Sturt University in New South Wales is investigating the luscious sweet piquancy balanced with pink grapefruit-like manufacture of wines with a low ethanol content but with 1 small onion diced  nely Cook a little golf-sized meatball in the fry acidity to stimulate the palate. Nine per cent alcohol. RRP 1 cup  ne grated carrot pan to taste for salt and pepper. When you acceptable sensory characters. $17.99 One method is double harvest. Part of the grape crop is ½ cup Italian  at leaf parsley, chopped are happy put half the mix in a deep rectangle All these wines should be available considerably cheaper 1 cup milk baking tin lined with baking paper. Next put harvested early and the other fully ripe. The resulting wines at discount liquor stores. are blended to produce wines with eight and eleven per cent 2 raw and 4 boiled eggs your peeled boiled eggs in a row and add the alcohol as opposed to the usual 10 and 13 per cent. The 2 tbspn fresh marjoram leaves rest of your mix. Rest for an hour before bak- project is supported by the National Wine and Grape Indus- 1 tspn nutmeg ing in a pre-heated oven (175°C) for one hour try Centre. WA organic lake salt to taste or until the internal temperature reaches 60°C. Here are some tasty low alcohol wines for you to try: Freshly ground black pepper to taste Serve with a salad and caramelised onion. Jacob’s Creek Twin Pickings Sauvignon Blanc with 100ml extra virgin olive oil (evoo) Yummy – buon appetito! a dash of Moscato 2013 has hints of lemongrass and pas- sionfruit with a background of delicate white  oral aroma 2015 Mondo Cooking Classes HAGN#109/276 Letters to... 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Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 25 minutes Makes 12 Passionfruit: Tangy, piquant supplies of beautiful WA- 1½ cups wholemeal self Grilled Bloodplum with pistachio yogurt grown passionfruit are coming in from the South West and raising  our the greater Gingin area. Scoop out the zingy,  bre-rich  esh YOU CAN’T go past the aroma of fresh baking, and a batch of Preparation: 10 minutes ½ cup plain  our and splash on thick yoghurt or use as a spectacular top layer home-style muf ns really is as good as it gets; fruity, savoury or Cooking: 20 minutes ½ teaspoon nutmeg on a snowy white pavlova. Passionfruit pulp also works ex- decadently chocolatey – there’s a muf n out there just waiting Makes 12 4 nectarines, stone ceptionally well teamed with rice wine vinegar, fresh corian- for you to devour it. removed and diced der and red chilli to taste as a dressing to drizzle over sliced Whilst muf ns are the essence of simple baking, there are a Ingredients ¼ cup canola oil barbecued pork. Choose large, heavy passionfruit with un- few guidelines to follow to ensure magni cent muf ns every 3 rashers bacon, rind removed and chopped ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup low-fat milk damaged, slightly wrinkled skin which is an indicator of ripe- time. Number one is to always make a double batch as they inev- 1 tablespoon oil ness. itably get scoffed in two seconds  at. By the children, naturally! 400 g button mushrooms, chopped 2 eggs, beaten 2 peaches, stone removed Plums: There’s no time to waste if you’re a serious plum The  nal mixing of muf ns needs to be quick, so planning 1½ cups plain  our ahead is important. Before starting, lightly oil the muf n pans. and sliced fan, with a myriad of varieties to choose from throughout Pre-heating the oven to the correct temperature is also vital. 3 teaspoon baking powder PREHEAT the oven to their relatively short season. 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Beat An excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C and  bre, mag- Fill the muf n pan almost to the top as this will produce a PLACE bacon into a non-stick frying pan over medium-high well. Add the egg mixture ni cent WA grown Ironbark and Butternut pumpkins are good looking muf n. It’s best to bake muf ns in the centre of the heat. Cook, stirring often, for four minutes or until light gold- to the  our and fruit. Mix currently yours for the picking. Roast wedges, cool and toss oven and to turn during cooking if necessary. Leave the muf ns en. Remove to a plate. Increase heat to high. Add oil and mush- gently with a metal spoon with a lemony dressing for a bold-coloured side dish or steam to cool in the pan after baking. They should be removed once rooms to frying pan. Cook for  ve minutes or until tender. Set until just combined. Spoon and mash for a velvety room-temperature accompaniment to the pan is cool enough to handle - a wire rack is excellent for aside to cool. into the muf n pan. Deco- grilled meat. thorough cooling. Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease 12 individual muf n pans. rate muf ns with three or New Season Apples: Gala apples are the  rst of the new Muf ns should be stored in an airtight container and can also Sift  our, baking powder, salt and pepper into a bowl. Add four peach slices. Bake for season apples to appear in the markets each February. They be frozen quite successfully - so you can make large batches at cheese and chives. Whisk butter, eggs and milk in a jug and 20 - 25 minutes or until have a delightful  avour and are crisp and juicy to eat fresh a time and have fresh muf ns on hand. That’s if they last long pour into dry ingredients. Stir gently until almost combined. golden brown. Remove – be sure to store in the fridge to maintain the crisp eating enough to get to the freezer! Fold through the bacon and mushrooms. Spoon mixture into muf ns from pan. Cool texture. Their skin is quite thin, which means careful handling prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked, when test- on a wire rack. Serve with is required to avoid bruising. Gala holds together very well Brought to you by Fresh Finesse Fresh Food Promotions – ed with a skewer. Stand  ve minutes in pan before turning out. fresh ricotta cheese if de- for poaching and baking (fantastic in a muf n) but does not www.freshf.com.au Serve warm. sired. fall into a puree.

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CONTACT - Wayne Bailey T (08) 9550 2700 M 0419 007 928 email: [email protected] www.fairfaxmediaprinting.com.au 48 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 Sit back and enjoy the melodies of The Manfreds Mighty Quinn. Gerry Gof n) before turning their atten- ers and in other bands (Tom McGuiness Over this period they featured two of tion to Bob Dylan’s If You Gotta Go, Go formed McGuinness Flint) and in com- the  nest singers on the British pop and Now which was a number two hit in the posing and production. Mike D’Abo was rock scene: Paul Jones, and Mike d’Abo. UK and earned the approval of Dylan already an accomplished songwriter, his Both have gone on to enjoy successful himself. most notable hits included Build Me Up and varied solo careers. Their distinctive In April 1966 the Manfreds notched up Buttercup for the Foundations and Hand- voices added to the rich variety of Man- their second British number one with the bags and Gladrags, a song that was fred Mann’s classic hits. gorgeous, melodic Pretty Flamingo. Sur- best known by Rod Stewart in the 70s, In 1963 the band’s line-up featured prisingly it only scraped into the Ameri- although Chris Farlowe had the original Paul Jones on vocals and harmonica, can top 30 but it left a lasting impression hit with it in 1967 and the Stereophonics Mike Vickers on guitar,  ute and saxo- on a teenage Bruce Springsteen who reg- brought it back into the top  ve in 2001. phone, Tom McGuiness on bass, Mike ularly played it live during the early part Former Manfred Mann members Hugg on drums and Manfred Mann on of his career. Paul Jones, Mike D’Abo, Mike Hugg keyboards. They set their sights on the Pretty Flamingo was the crowning and Tom McGuinness reformed as The British pop scene which was about to glory for the  rst incarnation of Manfred Manfreds in 1991. Enlisting the talents explode. Mann, not least for the personality-driven of Marcus Cliffe, Simon Currie and Rob They may have been a musically well- voice of Paul Jones who decided to bow Townsend, the Manfreds live gigs burst educated band but there was nothing so- out on a high note. He launched a solo with that quirky mix of solid gold pop, phisticated about their  rst hit; the rowdy, career and starred in the movie Privilege jazz and rhythm and blues that has al- frenetic 5-4-3-2-1 which they wrote for – playing a rock star – before becoming ways been their trademark. the theme song of the groundbreaking TV one of Britain’s leading experts and com- Don’t miss The Manfreds live at the pop show Ready Steady Go! Boosted by mentators on the blues and rhythm and following venues; its weekly exposure on the program, the blues. Saturday 4 July, 7.30pm Astor Theatre, single reached number  ve early in 1964. His departure put the group’s future Mount Lawley Their  rst number one hit came in the in jeopardy but his replacement, the un- Sunday 5 July, 7pm Mandurah Per- summer of that year with Do Wah Diddy known public schoolboy Mike D’Abo forming Arts Centre Diddy, written by the famous New York immediately stamped his own character For further information contact Man- Brill Building song writing duo of El- on the band and the hits  owed seam- durah Performing Arts Centre, www. lie Greenwich and Jeff Barry. They also lessly on – Dylan’s Just Like A Woman, manpac.com.au or www.astortheatrep- found themselves in the vanguard of the the quirky Semi-Detached Suburban Mr erth.com.au. British pop invasion of America along- James and Ha! Ha! Said The Clown – WIN WIN WIN side the Beatles and the Animals (and before racking up their third UK number To be in the draw to win a double ahead of the Rolling Stones) as the song one early in 1968 with Dylan’s Mighty pass to see The Manfreds perform in shot to the top of the US charts. Quinn, an anthemic masterpiece. July email [email protected] The band then proceeded to apply their As the 60s drew to a close some mem- and include the name of the group in Don’t miss The Manfreds live this July sharp musical talents to other suitable pop bers of the band decided to explore new the subject line. Alternatively, address songs such as Sha La La (an American musical directions and, after more top an envelope to Manfred Mann Comp. BETWEEN 1964 and 1969 Manfred four more made the top 20. In the 60s The hit the year before for the Shirelles), the ten hits with My Name Is Jack, Fox On c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042 West Mann scored three British number one Manfreds popularised the songs of Bob poignant Come Tomorrow and Oh No The Run and Ragamuf n Man, Manfred Leederville WA 6901 with your details hits – plus one number one hit in Amer- Dylan with interpretations of Just like a Not My Baby (written by another famous Mann disbanded. The other members on the reverse side and your venue pref- ica. Another seven made the top  ve and Woman, If You Gotta Go, Go Now and Brill Building duo, Carole King and soon found new careers as solo perform- erence. Closes 9/4/15.

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Program chief executive Craig Stewart says, “The program’s REMOVALISTS monitoring scheme is vital to struggling students and Welcome back - to the provides a one-on-one tutoring.” To help, visit www.svp.org.au ABN 13180313206 Holly Wood Tuesday PERTH MALE VOICE CHOIR • Excellent services • Honest and reliable Perth Male Choir are looking for new members • Seven day services • Discount for seniors morning show Group meet in Inglewood every Wed from 7.30 to • Guaranteed the lowest rate in the city HAGN#009/276 by Michelle Davies • Perth metro and regional (POA) areas 9.30 For enquiries ph Adrian Hill 0408 919 585 or Phone Wayne 0412 886 898 IT SEEMS a very long time! The break over Christmas was welcome, but we were all so email [email protected] pleased to be back at The Holly Wood Tuesday morning show at the Perth Town Hall again. www.pmvc.org.au SECURITY We spent time saying ‘hello’ to old friends and catching up with all the gossip and news! Bernard Carney, our co-ordinator, (who received his fair share of hugs!), introduced us BENTLY HARMONY DAY to The Silver Threads Band, an extremely popular and busy band, who had us in the mood Celebrating the tastes, sounds and diversity of our straight away with a very well known and rousing march called Blaze Away. neighbourhood. This was followed by The Merry Widow waltz, made especially interesting by the graceful Saturday 14 March 10.30am to 1pm. Free event couple who waltzed out front to the music. Two delightful young ladies; Grace who has just

HAGN#020/276 Hedley park Corner of Manning Rd and Hedley turned 90 and Michelle who is a young 87 decided to give it a go also! Quite disgraceful, Place actually! The Silver Threads Band gave us some wonderful numbers, including, What a Wonder- NORTHAM FLYING FIFTY and HILLCLIMB ful World and The Impossible Dream made even more lovely when sung by a soloist with a Hosted by The Shire of Northam 28 and 29 March deep baritone voice. The audience joined in loudly singing I’ve Got Sixpence. Yes, we still Action packed two days with historic and modern remember! motor competitions and car displays. We had the pleasure of listening to a wonderful soloist trumpet player. With the centenary Something for everyone. Free family fun fair in of the landing on Gallipoli, this year is an especially busy one for the band. 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For enquiries contact 9461 3145. 50 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 Arts films/theatre dvds books/reviews Alliance Française French Film Festival Special Events sor Peugeot, a vanguard of Europe’s automobile terpreter for her parents and younger brother, espe- Paris Je T’aime industry, the 2015 Alliance Française French Film cially with the running of the family dairy farm. Revisit a modern French classic that will take au- Festival comes to Perth at Cinema Paradiso, Wind- Singing Contest: In celebration of the themes diences through the arrondissements of Paris, with sor Cinema and Luna on SX. of the  lm, Windsor Cinema will host a singing 20 superb short  lms inspired by the subject of love, Gemma Bovery contest prior to the screening (open to all ages with from acclaimed directors such as Oliver Assayas, This is the Perth Premiere of Gemma Bovery - a great prizes up for grabs!). Sunday March 22 @ Bruno Podalydes, Gus Van Sant and Ethan and Joel beguiling romantic comedy-drama from renowned Windsor Cinema (3.15pm) Cohel. Enjoy a pre-screening drink and live entertain- director Anne Fontaine (Coco Before Chanel). The The Gazelles ment from 6.30pm with the  lm commencing at 7pm. screening will commence at 7pm, followed by the Enjoy a screening of The Gazelles with pre- Tuesday 7 April @ Cinema Paradiso (6.30pm). opening night party at The Bakery Artrage com- screening treats courtesy of Choux Cafe. Ladies Tickets $33 general / $27 Alliance Française de Perth plex, with entertainment by Beleza Tribe and cater- Night: The night will also feature a fashion parade members and Luna Palace Privilege Card Holders ing provided by Jean Pierre Sancho Bakery, Cake by Simone Perele, complimentary hand spa treat- All tickets are on sale now at Luna Palace Cinemas. The Bélier Family Box, Marie-Antoinette and Kronenbourg 1664. ments and prizes to be won courtesy of sponsors For updates, visit the of cial website at www.af- THE 26th annual Alliance Française French Film Opening night Thursday 19 March @ Cinema Simone Perele and L’Occitane En Provence. french lmfestival.org/. Festival returns to Luna Palace Cinemas 19 March Paradiso (7pm). Tickets $55 general / $50 Alli- Friday 27 March @ Cinema Paradiso (6pm) WIN WIN WIN to 7 April, with a mouth-watering selection of Gal- ance Française de Perth members and Luna Palace The Connection To be in the draw to win a double pass to the Al- lic fare, including a tantalising lineup of features Privilege card holders. Enjoy French wine and pre-screening treats from liance Française French Film Festival, email win@ and documentaries and a smattering of special Screening courtesy of Regency Media. Martineau Patisserie and partake in blackjack in the haveagonews.com.au and include the word  lm in events. 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The Importance of Gallipoli In nitely Polar Bear Being Miriam - provides as much of a 100 world of colour as it does A passionate discovery of trouble, but this family is determined to stay together words and music years on no matter what. Based on the childhood THE IRREPRESSIBLE Miriam Margolyes, interna- ON 25 APRIL, 1915 ANZAC troops headed into battle on of writer/director Maya tionally renowned star of stage and screen, will return to Forbes, this funny, moving Perth in early April with her new show The Importance the beaches of the Gallipoli pe- ninsula in Turkey. It is the start depiction of an unconven- of Being Miriam. tional family was one of Producer Andrew McKinnon is delighted to present of an eight-month stalemate where thousands will lose their lives. Living in the trenches the standout  lms of the this world premiere Australian tour with Miriam ac- Sundance Film Festival companied by classical musician John Martin on piano amongst dysentery,  ies and mud, innocent 17-year-old Tolly Johnson (who has lied about his age in order to enlist) and Toronto International as they bring to the stage some of literature’s best known Film Festival in 2014. characters: the imposing Lady Bracknell (from Oscar fears that he and his brother Bevan will be killed when they are thrust into the brutal battles of Gallipoli. Exclusive season Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest), Mrs Mala- Whilst the troops are in the trenches, the commander of screens from 26 March at prop, the humorous aunt in Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s the campaign General Sir Ian Hamilton, who is located far Luna Leederville + Luna The Rivals, Jane Austen’s Lady Catherine de Bourgh from the battle, optimistically clings to the belief that he can SX and luna outdoor (13 (Pride and Prejudice) and Mrs Corney and Mr Bumble break the stalemate and take the peninsula. Meanwhile out- to 15 April – tickets also on from Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist. spoken British journalist Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett becomes sale online. Also, Miriam will talk about her own life, her great love determined to alert the British Prime Minister to the catas- WIN WIN WIN of literature and the unforgettable  gures she vividly por- trophe that is unfolding, despite military censorship, and FRESH from his much- ters (who don’t make the To be in the draw to win trays.  nds an ally in Australian correspondent Keith Murdoch. lauded performances in overwhelming task easy). one of  ve double passes to For those who haven’t caught Miriam in the popular Coinciding with the centenary of Australia’s most iconic Foxcatcher and TV’s The When his wife reluctantly In nitely Polar Bear, ad- ABC series Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, this is the battle, the eight hour series Gallipoli is the de nitive drama- Normal Heart, Mark Ruf- goes to business school in dress an envelope to Luna  rst opportunity Perth audiences will have to see her tisation of the campaign that did so much to shape the Aus- falo is Cam. another city, Cam’s daugh- Comp. c/- Have a Go News since she toured with John in their hugely popular Dick- tralian identity. Cam is a bit of a mess ters are as much of a parent PO Box 1042 West Leed- ens’ Women. Nine Network and Screen Australia present an Edwards – as a man, as a husband to him, as he is to them. erville WA 6901 with your Devised and directed by Peter J. Adams, this produc- Connolly Banks Endemol Production in association with and as a father. Diagnosed Cam is determined to break details on the reverse or tion will resonate with audiences of all persuasions and is Film Victoria. The series is produced by John Edwards with bipolar disorder, his trend of not ful lling email win@haveagonews. not to be missed. (Offspring, Puberty Blues, Love My Way), Imogen Banks he seeks to win back his expectations and prove to com.au and include the State Theatre Centre 7 – 11 April. Tickets available (Offspring, Puberty Blues, Tangle), and Robert Connolly wife by assuming full re- his family that he can be now through Ticketek.com.au or 132 849. name of the  lm in the (Balibo, Paper Planes). sponsibility for their two the man they need him to subject line. Competition Gallipoli is inspired by Les Carlyon’s best-selling book young and spirited daugh- be. His manic behaviour ends 20/03/15. PERTH THEATRE TRUST PRESENTS of the same name. The  lm was three years in the mak- ing and debuted to more than 1.1 million viewers on Nine Network. DVD and Blu-ray $49.95. 4 DVD Discs $79.95, also Be in the running for the available in digital format. Special features: audio commentary, behind the scenes, marathon writing trophy photo gallery and making of featurette. Available from 18 WILL YOU accept the challenge? The Society trophy and certi cate. There are also prizes for March. of Women Writers WA is hosting another mara- second and third places. Also available: limited edition commemorative coffee thon writing competition. The cost of the marathon is $20 and it is open 2015 table book Society president Helen Iles, will provide to booth men and women. Tea and coffee will be Coming Up... WIN WIN WIN writing prompts to ignite your creativity and provided. It takes place on Saturday 21 March, To be in the draw to win one of  ve copies of the DVD send your pen  ying across the page. You will from 9.30am to 4pm at Citiplace Community Gallipoli, address an envelope to Gallipoli Comp. c/- Have be amazed at how much writing you can pro- Centre in the Perth railway station concourse a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville WA 6901 with duce! For bookings call 0415 840 031 or email sw- your details on the reverse or email win@haveagonews. Bring your favourite pens – notepaper will [email protected] For information on the So- com.au and include the word ANZAC in the subject line. be supplied. There will be 10 challenges, each ciety of Women Writers WA, check the website: Competition ends 10/04/15. lasting 25 minutes. The winner will receive a www.swwofwa.com. WED 29 APR WED 17 JUN HAGN#137/276 THE CATALINAS WA OPERA Miriam OF CRAWLEY BAY Margolyes A special ANZAC Showcasing the West returns in musical tribute. Australian Opera singing the World your favourites. Premiere Tour of... COME TO THE FAIR EASTER WEEKEND Sat 4 to Mon 6 April - 10am to 4pm At THE ART HOUSE AND GALLERY WED 26 AUG WED 16 DEC And Sometimes Irreverent 63 Railway Ave, Kelmscott ALL THE WAY CHRISTMAS CHORAL A Passionate Discovery Near Third Avenue, Kelmscott CONCERT of Words and Music FREE entry FREE raf e on entry Enjoy memorable jazz Sing along to Christmas Sausage sizzle tunes from The Great carols with a talented orney Devonshire teas with homemade scones American Songbook. vocal ensemble. You may idow C win a door prize! W Easter egg hunt (FREE for all children) all weekend Watch artists at work avisham TICKETS $27 SEASON TICKET $88 (all four shows) MissH Paint a plate and win a lucky dip (for children) ALL PERFORMANCES BEGIN AT 10.30AM AND END AT 11.30AM Raf es each day HAGN#121/276 BOOK NOW AT TICKETEK 1300 795 012 HAGN#141/276 Stalls with paintings (framed and unframed), pottery In person at the venue Box Office or Ticketek Agencies | ticketek.com.au book at and sculpture, hand made cards, house & gallery open, *SERVICE/DELIVERY FEES MAY APPLY. A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PROCESSING FEE WILL APPLY. State Theatre Centre all for sale by members of the society. of Western Australia beingmiriam.com.au His Majesty’s Theatre 825 Hay Street Perth 6000 | (08) 9265 0900 www.armadalesocietyofartists.com.au HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 51 Arts films/theatre dvds books/reviews Sun Rising - the songs that made Memphis by Josephine Allison Three years ago Smith headed for Memphis and ceived and next day you’re back home being a dad.” Sun Records where he recorded his own music inside Smith, who runs the band with David Cosma, DAMON SMITH (pictured left) might not have been Sun Records studio which is set up exactly the same plays the piano and Cosma the acoustic guitar. Other born in the same era as Elvis, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee as it was in the 50s. Smith met up with Sam Phillips’ band members are Adam Coad (drums), Trent Mc- Lewis and Johnny Cash but his passion for their mu- son, Jerry, who was: “tickled pink that we are spread- Kenzie (double bass) and Adrian Whyte (electric sic and Sun Records where they recorded has taken ing the word to a younger generation. guitar). The band, whose average age is around 32, him around Australia and across the world. “I played the piano and guitar and had a ball,” plays around four shows a month and many rock-a- Smith’s tribute band, Sun Rising, brought their Smith said from Melbourne where he has lived for billy festivals including recent shows at Benalla and music to Perth last year for special gigs in Perth the past decade after growing up in Perth. “Our aim Horsham in Victoria. Smith also plays in other bands. and Mandurah and they will be back again later this is to eventually go to the US and perform. Music has been Smith’s passion since an early month for more performances. The band pays hom- “We had 400 people last year at the Mandurah age and he has played for various television shows age to artists who recorded with Sun Records and Performing Arts Centre and were swamped after the including a piano piece for the latest series of Under- owner-producer Sam Phillips. show. People from all age groups from baby boomers belly and City Homicide. He also plays for various Founded in 1952 by Sam Phillips who also found- to the younger generation just love our music.” shows and as background music for advertisements. ed the recording studio Sun Studio, Sun Records Smith, 38, describes himself as a musician and He is also a hobby  lm maker. discovered, and  rst recorded, such in uential mu- stay-at-home dad to two-year-old Rosie Mae, while Sun Rising Band The Songs That Made Memphis sicians as Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbison, wife Brenda works in adult learning. plays at Friends Restaurant Perth 26 March, Bunbury Jerry Lee Lewis, BB King and Johnny Cash. (Pres- He says he loves what he does. Entertainment Centre 27 March, Mandurah Perform- ley’s recording contract was sold to RCA Victor “I had a passion for music from an early age I knew ing Arts Centre 28 March and Perth Blues Club 31 Records for $35,000 in 1955 to relieve Sun’s  nan- that was what I wanted to do. You can play before a March. cial dif culties.) big crowd one day and be really enthusiastically re- Tickets are available at sunrisingaustralia.com.au Iona’s Wiz seeing Cinderella - Walt Disney The Armed Man double triple threat studios motion pictures WA Premiere mother’s dying words and to Producers: Simon Kin- TWO of WA’s leading musical ensembles, The Univer- ‘have courage and be kind’. berg, Allison Shearmur, Dav- sity of Western Australia Choral Society and The Royal She will not give in to despair id Barron Agricultural Society of WA Brass join forces to present nor despise those who mis- Executive producer: Tim the WA premiere of The Armed Man. A mass by Welsh treat her. Lewis composer Karl Jenkins, subtitled A Mass for Peace. And then there is the dash- Screenplay by: Chris Weitz ing stranger she meets in the Cinderella will be released The Armed Man is one of the most performed musi- woods. Unaware that he is through Walt Disney Studios cal compositions penned by a living composer. It has really a prince, not merely Motion Pictures on 26 March. been performed almost a thousand times since its  rst an apprentice at the palace, WIN WIN WIN performance in 2000, which on average is more than one Ella  nally feels she has met To be in the draw to performance per week somewhere in the world. a kindred soul. It appears win a double pass to Performed by a full choir and brass band, the piece THE STORY of Cinderella her fortunes may be about to Cinderella email win weaves together an eclectic collection of sources into a follows the fortunes of young change when the palace sends @haveagonews.com.au and traditional mass. Drawing inspiration from a range of Ella (Lily James) whose out an open invitation for all include the name of the  lm maidens to attend a ball, rais- in the subject line or address material, including religious texts and poetry, The Armed merchant father remarries Man tells a tale of war but ends with a promise of peace. following the death of her ing Ella’s hopes of once again an envelope to Cinderella A TRIPLE threat is a term has something for all the mother. Eager to support her encountering the charming comp c/- Have a Go News Location: Winthrop Hall, University of Western Aus- commonly used in musi- family but will especially loving father, Ella welcomes Kit (Richard Madden). PO Box 1042 West Leed- tralia on Sunday, 3 May at 3pm. cal theatre to describe a delight a young audience. her new stepmother (Cate Alas, her stepmother for- erville WA 6902 with your Tickets $45 adults, $35 concession can be pur- performer who is accom- This dazzling new pro- Blanchett) and her daugh- bids her to attend and cal- details on the back. Competi- chased online from ticketsWA.com, or by phoning plished in all three disci- duction of The Wiz comes ters Anastasia (Holliday lously rips apart her dress. tion ends 20/03/15. (08) 6488 2440 on weekdays between midday and 4pm. plines – singing, acting and to the Regal Theatre for Grainger) and Drisella (So- But, as in all good fairy tales, dancing. four performances only. phie McShera) into the fam- help is at hand, and a kindly HAGN#023/276 When the director of per- The Wiz, Saturday 28 ily home. But, when Ella’s beggar woman (Helena Bon- forming arts at Iona Pres- March at 2pm and 7.30pm, father unexpectedly passes ham Carter) steps forward entation College, Matthew Sunday 29 March at 2pm away, she  nds herself at the and – armed with a pumpkin Aris discovered not one but and Monday 30 March at mercy of a jealous and cruel and a few mice – changes two triple threats during last 12 noon. Regal Theatre, new family. Cinderella’s life forever. years auditions for, The Wiz corner of Rokeby Road and Finally relegated to noth- Cast: Cate Blanchett, he was delighted. Hay St, Subiaco. Tickets ing more than a servant girl Lily James, Richard Madden, “I couldn’t believe my are $40. Special discount covered in ashes, and spite- Stellan Skarsgård, Holliday luck”, Mr Aris commented. tickets are available on The fully renamed Cinderella, Grainger, Sophie McShera, “Normally students need Wiz Facebook Page. Book- Ella could easily begin to lose Derek Jacobi and Helena at least a couple of years ings can be made on Tick- hope. Yet, despite the cru- Bonham Carter playing chorus before they etek 132 849 or online at elty in icted upon her, Ella Director: Kenneth Bran- are ready to take on the de- www.ticketek.com.au is determined to honour her agh, mands of a leading role but these two students came HAGN#066/276 ready made.” THE TIVOLI CLUB OF WA inc Year eight students and presents Fremantle residents Isa- bella Radici-Nicolls and Jade Spirito will share the The Beat Goes On lead in Iona Presentation Liverpool (1950 - 1999) College’s production of The Wiz to be staged at the Re- Who can forget the fabulous gal Theatre from 28 March. Mersey Sounds of The This will be Iona’s sixth Beatles, Gerry and consecutive production at the Pacemakers, Cilla Black the iconic Subiaco theatre and more. but it will be Isabella’s and Jade’s  rst. Come, enjoy and relive those “I have seen two Iona famous sounds. Let your Productions,” said Jade. hair down, relax and join us “Hello Dolly in 2014 and at the Tivoli Cavern Club. Guys and Dolls in 2013. The quality of the perform- ances was outstanding. It © Alan Studt A unique percussive was very professional.” The Wiz is a contempo- rary take on the original The experience where every Wizard of Oz. The charac- ters and the journey are the audience member gets a same but the music is set to the Motown era. It won seven Tony Awards in 1975 drum to play along with! including best musical. Performed by the stu- dents at Iona Presentation College, The Wiz will fea- FRIDAY EVENING SHOWS 10, 17, 24 April and 1, 8, 15 May Wednesday, 13 May / Regal Theatre / 1300 795 012 ture some of Perth’s best Doors open 7.30pm Show starts 8.00pm new talent guided by an SUNDAY MATINEE SHOWS 12, 19 April and 3, 17 May Friday, 15 May / Mandurah Perf. Arts Centre / 08 9550 3900 experienced creative team Doors open 11.30am Show starts 12noon led by WAAPA graduate Saturday, 16 May / Bunbury Reg. Ent. Centre / 1300 661 272 TICKET PRICES $20 Adults, $17 Pensioner, $10 Child Matthew Aris. Ticket includes chicken and chips meal, tea and coffee. BYO alcohol and glasses. Sunday, 17 May / Albany Ent. Centre / 08 9844 5005 Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Lion and Tinman as they BOOKINGS Phone 9364 5463 (please leave a message) ease on down the yellow Email [email protected] Web www.tivoli.org.au brick road with a support- VENUE Applecross District Hall, Kintail Road, Applecross ing cast of witches, wizards (opposite The Raf es at Canning Bridge) and munchkins. The Wiz 52 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 Arts films/theatre dvds books/reviews Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra The  rst major work will mous  rst four notes that conducted by the dynamic drea on 0435 174 550) or on- star three young people – have been described as the Christopher Dragon. Chris- line (www.trybooking.com/ Joshua Noronha (13) Kai single most famous sym- topher is one of the most Event/EventListingURL. Ning Wang (10) and Nancy phonic trajectory of expres- energetic forces in Perth’s aspx?aid=10540). Yao (15) all of whom are sive minor-key darkness to classical music community. The regular price of entry pupils of Yoon Sen Lee, a re- glittering major-key light. He is immersed in conduct- ($25 adult, $20 concession, nowned and highly regarded Beethoven took four years ing being assistant con- $10 primary school, group music educator, a senior mu- to write this symphony. The ductor for the professional tickets available) also in- sic examiner and advisory  rst performance on 22 De- West Australian Symphony cludes afternoon tea. board member for the Aus- cember, 1808, was a disap- Orchestra as well as the More information about tralian Music Examinations pointment. There had been musical director of the the Metropolitan Symphony Board (WA). The trio will time for only one rehearsal, Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra is available at each perform a movement and the orchestra made a Orchestra, OperaBox, the www.metso.asn.au. of Frédéric Chopin’s Piano mess of the performance it- Leeming Area Concert WIN WIN WIN Concerto No. 2 in F Minor. self. Furthermore, this was Band, the West Australian To be in the draw to win This work was composed in a very long program – fully Youth Orchestra’s Philhar- one of  ve double passes to 1830 when Chopin was only four hours in a freezing cold monic Orchestra, a con- attend the Metso concert, 20 years old. It was  rst per- hall. It was not all purgatory, ductor of the Fremantle 3pm on Sunday 29 March, formed on 17 March, 1830, however. Beethoven, who Symphony Orchestra, and at the John Inverarity Mu- in Warsaw, with the compos- conducted his own work, a co-founder of his own sic and Drama Centre, Hale THE METROPOLITAN known as MetSO, is one of tire classical canon. er himself as soloist. It was later wrote: “The musicians orchestra, the Swan Phil- School, Unwin Avenue, Symphony Orchestra is giv- Perth’s leading community Franz Liszt’s Symphonic the second of his piano con- were particularly angry be- harmonic. He has recently Wembley Downs, email ing away  ve free double orchestras. Established in Poem No. 3 Les Préludes certos to be published (after cause when a blunder was set up a new orchestra The [email protected] passes to its next concert, to 1977, the orchestra has per- will start the program. This the Piano Concerto No. 1), made through carelessness Orchestra Project combin- and include the word Hale be held at 3pm on Sunday 29 formed regularly ever since, work is based on an earlier and so was designated as in the simplest, plainest ing next generation orches- in the subject line. Alterna- March, at the John Inverarity providing a musical home work of Liszt’s for men’s No. 2, even though it was place in the world, I stopped tral musicians with players tively, phone the Have a Go Music and Drama Centre, for keen amateurs from 17 chorus and piano The Four written  rst. them suddenly, and loudly from the Western Austral- News of ce during business Hale School, Unwin Av- to 70s. Elements: Earth, Wind, The highlight of the called out ‘once again’… ian Symphony Orchestra. hours (Monday to Friday, enue, Wembley Downs. This concert will feature Waves, Stars which he never concert may arguably be The public showed its en- Tickets will be available 9am to 5pm) and leave your The Metropolitan Sym- some of the most popular published but refashioned Beethoven’s Symphony No. joyment of this”. at the door. Bookings are details. Competition ends phony Orchestra, also and tuneful pieces in the en- several years later. 5 in C Minor with its fa- The orchestra will be available by phone (Call An- 20/03/15. 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HAGN#041/276 is as follows: THE VICTORIA Park Centre for the Arts has an exten- by arrangement with Origin Theatrical on behalf Saturday, March 7 sive range of arts classes to offer the local and much wider of Samuel French Ltd. present Based on the story: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Birdman community for adults, youth and children. New classes by L. Frank Baum Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Friday, March 13 and new tutors are joining in for the  rst term this year. By Arrangement with Origin Theatrical, on behalf of Samuel French, Inc Cat on a Written by Tennessee Williams Mad Max Directed by Jane Sherwood Adult classes include painting, green woodworking, Sat 28 March 2pm & 7pm, Sun 29 March 2pm Saturday, March 14 creative writing, claywork, pastels, water colour, crochet, Mon 30 March 12noon Hot Tin Roof 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23 Frozen sing-a-long screen acting and printmaking. Regal Theatre, Cnr Rokeby Rd & Hay St, Subiaco 24, 25 April 2015 @ 8pm Friday, March 20 For youngsters there is drawing, painting, craft, cartoon- BOOKINGS: Ticketek 132 849 www.ticketek.com.au Matinees: 12, 19 April 2015 @ 2pm Theory of Everything ing, clay and the opportunity to work in different media TICKETS: $40 Adults: $22 Members: $18 Concession $20 Saturday, March 21 such as photography, sculpture and moviemaking. facebook Iona Presentation College for special discount tickets... trybooking.com/GRVV and Paddington Some upcoming new classes are: Morris News ph 9440 1040 Friday, April 3 Drawing, pastels and painting with Felicia Lowe Stirling Theatre Proudly supported by Rocky Horror Felicia grew up in Victoria Park where she attended HAGN#098/276 Morris Place, Saturday, April 4 Innaloo Kent Street High School and then Curtin University. After American Sniper three months study in Glasgow she spent 20 years living in the gold elds developing into a multi award winning artist with a passion for realism in depicting birds, animals, landscapes, portraiture and the human  gure. See www.

ART for ALL HAGN#107/276 artful owe.com for inspiration and learn skills from a very Sunday • 9-13 March, Watercolour Workshop with accomplished and passionate tutor. 22 March 2.30pm - 4.30pm visiting Victorian artist Julie Goldspink. Song writing with musician and songwriter David Fremantle • 11 March, 12-2pm Lunchtime in the Gallery with Hyams. -The Basilica of St Patrick visiting Victorian artist Julie Goldspink. David recently performed in Victoria Park as part of Cnr Parry & Adelaide Sts the Ignite the Park music and arts festival. He is an award Exaltation Fremantle • 14 & 15 March, Exhibition: Indian Tribal Expressions (Warli) winning songwriter, professional musician and perform- Jeremiah Clarke - Prince of Denmark’s March; Alessandro Melani - All’armi, by Anahita Irani er. David’s short song-writing class will give you the steps pensieri for trumpet, soprano voice and basso continuo; Remo Giazotto after • 24 March - 10 April, Exhibition: Unseen Forces - colourful and techniques to write your own song; no musical experi- Tomaso Albinoni - Adagio in G minor arr. for organ; Antonín Dvořák - Three mixed media paintings by Margaret Coxall ence necessary. See www.milestogo.com.au songs from Biblické písně (Biblical Songs) Op 99; Oskar Wermann - Sonata Textiles with Janice Norrie. for Cello and Organ Op 58; Georg Philipp Telemann - Trumpet Concerto in • 2-7 April, Closed over Easter D TWV 51:D7; Felix Mendelssohn - Organ Sonata No 2 in C minor Op 65; Janice will use free machining to create student’s artistic Johann Sebastian Bach - Cantata “Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen” BWV51 cloth using fabrics, textures and objects, from which they can create their own artistic textile pieces. Online tickets www.trybooking.com/GHGJ or at For further information regarding classes and tutors the door on the day of the concert from 1.30pm. ATWELL GALLERY AT ATWELL ARTS CENTRE Riverside location on bus route - Plenty of parking - air conditioned visit Facebook Victoria Park Centre for the Arts or www. Visit www.pipeorganplus.com or telephone 586 Canning Hwy, (Cnr North Lake) Alfred Cove vicparkarts.org.au or contact Irena Harper, Workshops (08) 9339 7418 for programme manager on 9470 5520 or [email protected] and booking information. *Proceeds to the Atwell House Restoration Fund Ph: 9330 2800 www.atwellarts.com

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WLTM lady to spend MATURE gent seeking weekends with, dining out, cable lady, discreet, mutual SWAN VALLEY GENT 66 Wid, well grmd, thoughtful, family Asian lady. Enjoys mov- friendly company. ALA. Do something different this oriented & intel w/ gd career. Property in mid-west. casino, dancing occasionally. ies, walking, music, dining, Reply Box 6586 Enj  shing, music, gardening & getting away from the Pubs. Good conversation. picnics etc. Become a good year - start singing! GENT late 50s, active and city. Sks lady w/ similar values who is e/going and caring ALA. IF YOU’VE been toying with the idea of joining a choir, now is Reply Box 6590 friend, nationality not an is- 55-65. sue, DTE, ALA. I wait for re- practical seeks vital, energet- the ideal time to do it. Community choirs are usually starting to ic lady. I’m leftish, greenish, PERTH HILLS GENT 78 Extremely  t & active in mind & ply. Meet you take care. Let’s learn a new repertoire of songs about now. 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Thanks. years young,  t and healthy, with current affairs. no auditions. You just need to enjoy singing and be prepared to is interested in meeting an ac- Reply Box 6575 & o/seas travel, dining out, keeping  t & o/doors. Snakes, cats, dogs ok. I’ll put make a reasonable commitment to attend rehearsals regularly. Sks genuine, outgoing lady who is at peace w/ herself 55-65. tive female. HAPPY vivacious blonde, The choir sings a wide variety of music from jazz and pop to the kettle on. Reply Box 6594 the occasional classical piece, and presents concerts two or three Reply Box 6595 retired, UK born lady with GSOH, seeks honest, caring times a year. Interested? Come along on a Wednesday evening to the Salva- GENT 70s, lives in country, DTE gent to spend time with Visit Have a Go News online: and travel if compatible am in tion Army Church Hall, 371 Morrison Rd, Swan View (opposite SOLUTIONSMATCHMAKING.COM.AU WLTM lady similar age, NS, www.haveagonews.com.au 60s, NS, living NOR. Swan View Primary School). SD, GSOH. ALA. If you’d like to know more, contact Chris Rotheram on Matching mature singles since 1995 Reply Box 6569 Reply Box 6574 9298 9529 or 0435 062 728 or Faith on 9274 7638. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 276 MARCH 2015 55 Scene Socially

At the midnight hour - A sorry tale So I snapped back with an instruction of let’s  nish this job  rst then we can talk about my sore eye. I feel em- barrassed now to write this. I feel embarrassed that I could have been that person. Shortly after I thought about it. I thought about how I allowed my pain to speak ahead of my heart. My pain was sel sh and loud, while my heart was ignored and silent. Jon Lewis I feet unhappy that I had SCENE (1): The recent launch at The Aviary of the Australian Ballet’s performance of The Sleeping been controlled by my pain Beauty, which comes to Perth on October this year, treated ballet lovers, supporters and sponsors to a “I APOLOGISE,” is what I rather than my heart. excerpt from the ballet by two of the company’s dancers (pictured here). Artistic director, David McAl- said to my darling wife as I Yes, I was hot and both- lister AM, who is originally from Perth, was delighted to be back in his home town and together with considered my poor actions. ered, yes I did want to get executive director, Libby Christie look forward to bringing to Perth audiences David’s exciting new You see she had kindly this job done and yes I did not production of The Sleeping Beauty. inquired as to my health re- want to know about my sore SCENE (1): Enjoying the hospitality at the recent launch of the Australian Ballet were clockwise from left: garding a sore eye I had. I eye as I hoped by ignoring it, Claudia De Petra, Leandra Harter and Judy Vince - Helen and Ian Smith - Australian Ballet’s principal artists guess you could call it a tim- it might go away. Instead I Amber Scott and Adam Bull - Megan Gosling, Julie Reddick and Rena Lahav - artistic director, WA Ballet, ing issue. made my wife go away, right Aurelian Costeralla and executive director of the Australian Ballet Libby Christie. At that moment I was tired. after she had offered compas- I was also preoccupied sion and concern. with cleaning up an over- “I apologise,” I said after stacked cabinet drawer  lled breathing. Gloria gave me a with everything from over- big smile.  owing papers, receipts, I wonder how often we pens, pamphlets, candles, let our pain speak before our keys even a ‘I never knew hearts? just what it was and I guess It’s not always easy, and I never will’. I’m sure sometimes it can I can’t believe so much seem too hard and I will al- could blithely  ll a drawer to ways be happier when I have be so easily forgotten while been speaking from the heart. seemingly never actually be SCENE (2): Lovers of good music and fun needed. All the best, should mark their diaries to attend the Did I mention it was also Jon Lewis 23rd Fairbridge Festival – A Folk World a hot sticky day and I was event - to be held at Pinjarra from Friday feeling… well in a word… Jon Lewis can be heard 10 to Sunday 12 April. grumpy? I was feeling so on 6PR 882 AM, Monday This year, the Festival presents another grumpy in fact that I did to Friday from midnight to wonderful program featuring music and not notice or appreciate my 5.30am. entertainment for all tastes and ages. wife’s concern for my health. Is your club looking for a Camping ground accommodation is avail- Gloria placed this concern Quiz Master? Jon is avail- able to those who plan to stay overnight over my prioritised cleaning able as your Quiz Master. or longer. For more information, log on up of a drawer. The impor- Text him on 0404 005 882 or to http://fairbridgefestival.com.au. tance I placed on material email [email protected] things was more overwhelm- For more details, visit the SCENE (2): Top row, from left: Fairbridge Festival artistic director Rod Vervest, children’s program director Milu Green, president Ian Lilburn, Quaity Press’ Graham ing to me than my humanity. website www.haveaquiz.com Cole - Terri-ann White, the fabulous Gina Williams, who is performing with Guy Ghouse at the Festival and Mike Rees - Kim Schurman and Leanne Casellas. Second row, from left: Cathy Fogliani and Roger Stevenson - board member Colleen Dixon and WA Music’s Georgia Kennedy. Great eats in Perth... FOLLOWING a reasonably hot summer, the balmy autumn weather presents the perfect opportunity to get out and about in comfort to the many events to be held in and around Perth. Celebrating its 23rd year, the Fairbridge Festival, which offers an eclectic mix of entertainment will be held at Pinjarra early in April and is a must see event for music lovers. For foodies, 2015’s Eat Drink Perth festival, featured on this month’s front cover, offers a fabulous array of taste temptations with some new events included this year. And speaking of healthy and tasty food: if you are pushed for time, or just want a break from cooking, log on to the Yum Natty SCENE (3): Clockwise from left; website for a browse through their fabulous and varied menus of South Perth Cr Michael Huston and home cooked, delicious food. centre supervisor Margaret Evans The costs are very competitive with special prices for Have a - Stella Gasteiger, Judith Schmitzer, Go News readers. Kerry Hardwick - Joy and Wally Yum Natty uses free range and organic meats and free range Rhodes - Kathleen Lawrence (100) eggs. Gluten free meals are provided with minimal notice and and Edna Scadding (98) - Miriam vegetarian meals are available daily. Hardie and Helen White. Yum Natty caters for individuals, couples and families and in- clude a children’s menu. For more information on Yum Natty – Food to Go, contact Nat on 0488 249 571 - email [email protected] or for their SCENE (3): THE South Perth Senior Citizens Centre was  lled to capacity for the centre’s 56th an- fabulous catering service, call Carolyn on 0406 195 155 - email niversary lunch. Music, dance and the Wesley College choir entertained the more than 80 guests who SCENE (4): Bethanie client, Dudley New- [email protected] Yum Natty is based at 58 North- enjoyed a three-course meal. Among the guests were a 100-year-old and a 98-year-old. born, celebrates his 90th birthday with his wood Street, West Leederville. wife Joan, at Bethanie Eaton clubhouse. Bon appétit!

continued from page 24 ing wind and near zero visibility gave way to sunshine • Wicking baselayer/thermal - keeps moisture away from and vistas of white capped mountains, green valleys and your skin and reduces how cold you feel as a result. Cot- frozen lochs. ton is not suitable. London Calling... It took us two and half hours to descend and once at • Trekking trousers or thermals - to be worn underneath the base we headed into the warmth of the Ben Nevis Inn, waterproofs. Venomous Mountain where myself and the motley crew hoed into food and • Insulated mid layer - to be worn underneath waterproofs we were now walking into the wind. After 200 metres I drinks to congratulate ourselves. Lead mountaineer Dave but on top of thermal/ baselayer for example a lightweight couldn’t hold it off any more and had to relieve myself A stayed and regaled us with stories of Ben Nevis and his  eece or Primaloft top. in the blizzard, possibly the most dif cult and confusing expeditions and I pondered how I had ended up trekking • Waterproof jacket - e.g. GoreTex, E-Vent, Paramo, Hy- situation I have every found myself in, three layers on the to the top of Ben Nevis. In hindsight it was a wonderful vent, etc lower third and a pair of gloves “and which way is this climb, made better by a great crew and passionate guides, • Waterproof trousers - e.g. GoreTex, E-Vent, Paramo, wind actually gusting” I thought! I gave up on the gloves but truth be told Ben Nevis was a venomous one indeed, Hyvent, etc and found relief, but the damage was done, my hands the London calling advice or rather the London warning • Warm hat plus + 1 spare were colder than ever and starting to hurt. The wind was advice is to do the hike in summer. • Waterproof gloves + at least 1 spare pair of gloves Jayson Mansaray 200metres from the summit over 100kmh now, gusting over the mountain and was no Lochaber Guides: • Spare warm layer- e.g.  eece or Primaloft longer behind us, it was directly in our faces. The snow For prices visit:http://www.lochaber-guides.co.uk • Food and water - around 1-2 litres of water and plenty of We barely spent more time then it took to high  ve stung and every  ve or so steps I would break through Recommend gear: snacks and high energy foods to get you through the day. each other, get a picture and guzzle down some nutrients the icy layer of the snow and be almost hip-deep in it. • Winter walking boots - Need to be at least B1 rated and • Rucksack - 40-45 litre recommended with loop for car- before it was too cold to stay any longer. By now the tem- I felt lost and confused, I thought I was nauseous and I be able to take a C1 crampon. E.g. Scarpa Manta (B2), rying axe perature was down to minus four degrees, but add onto needed the bathroom at the same time. Suddenly I was Scarpa SL (B1) • Rucksack liner/drybags- rucksacks aren’t waterproof so that the wind chill and it was actually minus 14. This is convinced my aching hands were getting frost bite and • Crampons- C1 or C2 crampons e.g. Grivel G10 or either a large poly-bag liner or several smaller dry-bag when I realised something about myself, I don’t just dis- would go gangrene, and it seemed like I wouldn’t make G12’s type bags recommended. like the cold, it affects me in more ways than one... it down. The cold had got to me, and it turned out my • Ice-Axe- general walking or mountaineering axe- 55cm • Head torch As we started the descent, my body had cooled, the psyche was not well equipped. But soon we were at the length ideal Want to know more …[email protected]. water I had drank had  lled my bladder and even worse Red Burn again and the storm had moved on, the blister- • Thick walking socks au – twitter handle @Mansaray SAVE with the over 50’s insurance specialist.

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The pioneers who established Pinjarra in 1834 would be developing a health care precinct which will interface with surprised at the growth and progress of their town which was facilities like Belswan’s Pinjarra Lifestyle Village. selected due to the rich agricultural soils and the Murray River NBN Co are making Pinjarra the regional data centre for fl owing through it. Pinjarra is now a thriving regional hub with the Great Southern and Southwest to Bunbury positioning direct freeway and rail connections with Perth. Pinjarra as an attractive location for the IT industry and Residents want for nothing when it comes to shopping with a companies requiring hi-speed international $20 million plus centre anchored by a Coles Supermarket with communication access. a Target store and more specialty shops about to open. The All in al l the Murray region region boasts good medical support, sporting facilities – golf, is primed for growth racing and pacing along with tourist attractions like Peel Zoo without losing sight and the Hotham Valley steam railway. of its heritage roots The local Murray Shire is progressing several projects to making it an ideal enhance the towns appeal not only for the current population lifestyle choice. of some 4500 but for the 20,000 expected over the next 20 years plus the ever growing number of tourists. It is the Shire’s intention to develop a welcoming gateway to the town, under grounding the power and narrowing the Pinjarra road approach to a boulevard of trees and pedestrian friendly furniture. It is envisaged that housing estates will develop along the Pinjarra Road and in North Dandalup along with the appropriate infrastructure. Plans are underway to add another 100 beds to the hospital

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NEW HOME Are you over your present home, too big, kids moved on, everything is either old fashioned or doesn’t work properly? Is this not the retirement you’ve dreamt of? Well why not consider the Belswan Pinjarra Retirement Village alternative, where everything is NEW. You can choose from a selection of well-designed spacious homes with fully fi tted kitchens and bathrooms, outdoor patios plus double garages, all on easy care blocks.

NEW LIFE Pinjarra is a bustling regional centre with easy freeway access to Perth and the South West. The Village is within walking distance of medical facilities, major retailers and every requirement you may need for your NEW life and, unlike some lifestyle/over 55s villages, your tenure at Belswan Pinjarra is guaranteed for life.

NEW YOU Be part of a vibrant, active Belswan community. You have the choice on how you want to live with stacks of amenities in the Village for the exclusive use of residents. Whatever you want to do there is always someone to share the experience. Do yourself a favour, revitalise your life – come and talk to Kathleen on 0408 516 840, and while you are at it, discover the NEW Pinjarra! You will be pleasantly surprised.

Call 1300 055 055 or Kathleen on 0408 516 840 | www.belswan.com.au Come and see us now at Lovegrove Street, Pinjarra – opposite the Bowling Club