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Herb Boltong explores the vastness of the Nullarbor Plain by Lee Tate with the disease and he was life’s adventures were behind “It was caused by debris im- happy to oblige. him. bedded in the roads. I had to HERB Boltong says: “If you “I spoke to lots of people He shed unwanted kilos on phone ahead to bike shops for have the right mental attitude, along the way and there were the trip, grew more positive and the special tyres which have to you can do anything.” plenty of questions about dia- his blood sugar levels improved be ordered-in,” said Herb. Herb is eminently quali- betes so it was certainly worth- vastly. The pair hit the roads about 5  ed to speak about attitude while,” he told me. Snotty relished his runs in re- am, stopping about 1pm to give and achievement after cy- For the  rst few days of mote places and, sometimes time for Herb to act as a tourist, Over 65 main meal choices. cling around Australia when he Herb’s eight-month odyssey, wearing a muzzle to avoid taking talk to people about living with Special dietary meals available clicked-over 75 years. 12-year-old kelpie Snotty had rabbit poison, might bark at a diabetes, take photos and  ll-out including puree meals. Father-of-two Herb, in his to be gently encouraged to get dingo, camel, brumby or wan- a blog. German-made electric tricycle, into his trailer but after that, was dering cattle. Herb would shop and cook a No contracts. towed his constant canine com- keen to duck into his chauf- “But he always stayed close to meal, call at cafes or raid baker- panion, Snotty, in a customised feured rig. his trailer. There was all the wild- ies and shops. Meals from $7.95 trailer. 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Home Care | Retirement Villages | Serviced Apartments | Aged Care Homes HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 3 Author’s painstaking research makes The Pearl Thief a winner… is the sight of an item in the book. “It makes me not fear- “When he was very ill ing. I would still like to a museum that unleash- “It doesn’t matter that ful of jumping on a plane and dying he asked me be writing stories and es all these memories I have been to places and going to wherever to take on master class- helping people with their again. With it comes this many times, I went I need to for a story. My es. I didn’t see myself as writing. It’s a bit of a re- rage and anger and a de- to London, Paris and husband and I still travel a teacher and didn’t think sponsibility, Bryce made termination to no longer Prague speci cally for together, his journal- I had the time or inclina- me feel that way.” run from this man who The Pearl Thief. ist eye is very important tion. Nevertheless here I McIntosh and her fam- she holds responsible for “Although I am walk- while I look at the emo- am  ve or six years and ily spent the Christmas all this pain. She decides ing over ground I might tional content.” 300 students later; it’s a break cruising around to turn around and hunt know well, I am wearing McIntosh, who has big responsibility for peo- New Zealand where she him down. a diﬀ erent lens. For The also written a book, How ple’s dreams. I hold three met local media and “I never set out for Pearl Thief I am thinking To Write Your Blockbust- or four classes a year and booksellers. This com- the book to turn out like about my character and er, was mentored early there will be a big nation- ing year is crammed full this but I have to say it where she is walking and on by celebrated author al conference in South with visits to Queensland is the favourite book I thinking, what she is ex- the late Bryce Courtenay. Australia this year.” (twice), France and Lon- have written and the way periencing. That is part of “He was very in uential On ageing, McIntosh, don, writing through readers are receiving it, my due diligence, some- with my desire to write 58, says: “I hate it, some- winter and Europe in Oc- I think they are feeling thing that is a signature books and felt I had the times I don’t recognise tober. She also loves Tas- much the same. It was of my storytelling. I don’t goods and was deter- the person in the mir- mania and its greenness, released in October and just make it up, I don’t mined I follow through on ror. I do say to people I the climate and the al- is by far the best seller just think I know London, my promise to write. wouldn’t dream of tam- most historical trapped- and is causing a lot of in- I have to return and do it “I think it was mostly pering with what’s there. in-time kind of culture. terest and discussion, so all over again. to please him and feed My body knows what it’s Another passion is I am thrilled about that. “Prague for me started oﬀ his con dence that doing and will do it any- cooking and she always “When you are writ- in October 2016 so it’s wrote my  rst book way. includes a few recipes ing, you don’t really have a two-year project, the which was picked up by “I have watched my in her newsletter which a sense of the power of writing is quick, it’s the a major publisher. After a mother go into her 90s goes out to about 3000 the story and only the research which takes the decade of writing I turned and she has beauti- people. readership can decide time.” to Bryce and said I was ful skin and doesn’t fret “Pastry used to frighten if it has all the goods to McIntosh has already ready for historical  ction about how she looks. I me, but not any more.” keep them turning pages completed the research like him. do my best to exercise Like everything, Fiona late into the night. What for her next book set in He said: “come on and eat well.” McIntosh tackles all her Fiona McIntosh I am hearing back from France and this year will then, let’s do it” and he The next decade? projects with discipline readers is they miss bus- begin research on her took me to his publisher “I shall probably be- and dedication. The by Josephine Allison The Pearl Thief, I set out es and picking up their 2021 book. and he was proud of come a grandmother Pearl Thief is available at as normal but it turned children, don’t get the She came to Australia what I achieved. which is quite astonish- all good bookshops now.

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Dental services Seniors living in WA sioned by Council of and a loving partner and worse for their genera- Nearly half of Austra- are especially diffi cult were most concerned the Aged (COTA) and family. tion. lians aged 50 and over, to access. More vulner- about the aff ordability conducted by Newgate Most (80 per cent) felt Health is the number and 56 per cent over able seniors has the most of services, the cost of Research involved a 25 younger then their chron- one factor (32 per cent) 65, live with at least one problems due to costs stamp duty on house minute on line interview ological age. that determines their high vulnerability indica- and long waiting lists. purchases, ensuring of a sample of over 2,500 “The older they get the quality of life, and 27 per tor such as unemploy- And now the ugly facts. footpaths are safe to use, Australians aged 50 and younger they feel,” said cent are concerned about ment, having a house- One third of seniors the desire to live free from over. Quotas were set for Mr Teale. their  nances. hold income of less than have experienced age abuse and the critical Council on the Ageing state, metropolitan and More than half under- Over 60 per cent have $30,000 per year or living discrimination of some need for more crisis ac- WA’s CEO Mark Teale regional areas, gender take unpaid work in an private health insurance. with a disability. kind and more than a commodation for older and age. average week, including Those without are more The report said this  fth have experienced women facing homeless- by Frank Smith The survey results volunteering and caring likely to be on a low in- group is less likely to eat employment-related dis- ness. were launched publicly for family and friends. come, renters, singles healthy meals or have crimination, however only Mr Teale said WA and FIRST the good news. by COTA(WA) CEO Mark “The average of eight and the more vulnerable money to spend on lei- 10 per cent of those took South Australia had the Most older Australians Teale last month. hours include those who seniors. sure or social activities, any action to address it. largest number of vulner- believe they have a good It found the main de- do no volunteering. Some Less than 10 per cent leading to a degree of One quarter of seniors able seniors. work almost full time.” of seniors receive home social isolation feel they receive poorer He called on all sides Most (84 per cent) sup- or community care from Over half are not get- service due to their age, of politics to commit WANTED TO BUY port legislation for assist- an external provider and ting the recommended most often feeling ig- to a long-term national Furniture, China, Books, Records, Tools, Coins, Bank ed dying, including 74 per most were fairly satis ed 30 minutes of exercise nored by sales staff in strategy to address the Notes, Watches, Toys, Costume Jewellery, Tobacco Tins, cent of Catholics, which with the services they re- per day for older adults. shops. needs of older people – Enamel Signs and all collections bought. Lic No. 1115 may come as a surprise ceived. Many people who This is especially true Most were con dent including increasing rent to Perth’s Archbishop had tried to access home for those with a disabil- of knowing how to lodge assistance by 40 per Jones of Guildford PH: 9378 2065 Timothy Costelloe who or aged care services in ity, those aged 80+, and complaints when shop- cent, taking a whole-of- Police Cleared & Licensed - OPEN 7 DAYS is actively campaigning the past year (either for those who are more vul- ping, but only just over government approach to HAGN#322-049750 against proposed eutha- themselves or a family nerable. half when buying online. services for older people, Nearly half of respon- and improving access dents felt less valued than to oral and dental health GET IN QUICK NUMBERS LIMITED & SPOTS FILLING FAST when they were younger, services for older people. 12 per cent are struggling He said COTA also with unpaid bills, espe- wanted to allow access cially those renting hous- to end of life choices. ing in the private market The full report is at and nearly one third of www.cota.org.au/policy/ working older Australian state-of-the-older-nation

Herb tackles his own marathon by Lee Tate The Royal Edinburgh MILITARY 10

3 TATTOO a a SYDNEY a local radio station who in Sydney Australia put out a call to motorists to keep eyes-out. “The people from Port Pirie were wonderful. They 4 DAYS, 17 TO 20 OCTOBER 2019 couldn’t do enough,” said TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Herb. A taxi driver reported Premium seating at the Edinburgh Military DAY 1 PERTH TO SYDNEY a IFM / D inspired with an aged nursery tone, a unique sighting something unusual Tattoo in the scrub about one km Your holiday begins when you are picked and charming space to dine. Returning to Sydney Harbour Cruise from the motel and the po- up from home by a private vehicle and our hotel we have some time to freshen up lice took Herb to it. transferred to the airport. Meet your fellow before we are transferred to ANZ Stadium, Lunch at The Grounds of Alexandria The rig was damaged passengers and Kings Tour Manager then Sydney Olympic Park for an unforgettable Farewell dinner at an iconic Sydney and totally stripped, tyres fly to Sydney. Upon our arrival into Sydney night out! We will be caught up and inspired Restaurant and safety  ags included. we head straight to our accommodation to by this emotional spectacle, set against the At a bike shop, the rig was reinstated and af- settle in for the next three nights. Tonight backdrop of a full-size replica of Edinburgh TOUR INCLUSIONS Above; Herb’s German- made electric tricycle with ter some very helpful and dinner will be served at the hotel. Castle. We’ll be lavishly entertained by 3 Home pick-up and return by Hughes welcome advice over the Hotel: Centrally located four star hotel in traditional Scottish and international customised trailer 3 Fully Escorted by a Kings Tour Manager Above; Herb’s canine phone from Herb’s insurer, Sydney for 3 nights favourites including pipers, fiddlers, highland RAC WA, he was back on companion, Snotty dancers and precision drill teams. Together 3 Return Economy Airfares including taxes course. DAY 2 SYDNEY HARBOUR CRUISE, with members of the Australian Defence 3 3 nights’ in deluxe accommodation continued on from Herb was headed for the front cover WA border, looking forward UNIQUE LUNCH SETTING AND THE ROYAL Force this will be a ‘tour de force’ guaranteed centrally located in Sydney From his Baskerville to crossing the  nal great EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO B / L to stir our souls and uplift our senses at one 3 Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 2 dinners home in the Swan Valley, hurdle – the Nullarbor – and This morning we cruise Sydney Harbour with of the greatest shows on earth. 3 Premium Ticket to the Edinburgh Military he researched bicycle rigs down into Perth. a glass of sparkling in our hands or a fine and had the selected rig Then, in a remote bush Tattoo blend of tea as we take in the iconic gems of DAY 3 SYDNEY AT LEISURE / modi ed to carry plenty of spot in his home State, Sydney; the sails of the Sydney Opera House, FAREWELL DINNER B / D 3 All transfers included in a luxury coach water and food for the two Herb pulled-over and toast- of them. ed his 75th birthday: “with Harbour Bridge, Garden Island Naval base, Today we have at leisure, enjoy some 3 All sightseeing and entry fees as per the “I loaded dried and 1,000  ies and my dog.” Government House and palatial waterfront shopping in the city or maybe relax in the itinerary canned dog food but when Finally, the Great East- homes. A delicious morning tea is served hotel, whatever you choose to do the day is we got to a town we would ern Highway behind him, a listening to the stories of Sydney's most yours. We meet up tonight for our farewell go to a supermarket or lighter,  tter, happier Herb amazing characters. It combines the old dinner. butcher for mince or what- cruised down the escarp- and the new, the fun and the amazing, the TOUR COST ever for Snotty.” ment towards the familiar With eight automatic Swan Valley and a band sights and the characters, all told through a SYDNEY TO PERTH B / IFM a DAY 4 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE gears, the bike rolled along of friends and relatives, in- series of stories and insightful commentary. After a wonderful time in Sydney we make

HAGN#322-051415 nicely but was still hard- cluding son, Adrian from We have arranged lunch at The Grounds of our way to the airport for our return flight to going up the big hills and Indonesia and daughter Ta- Alexandria in the indoor Atrium. Enveloped Perth. Upon arrival into Perth your driver will $ $3,590* SINGLE head-winds were killers. mara from Melbourne. in greenery, this romantic space is Parisian be waiting to take you home. 2,890* Herb and Snotty enjoyed “It’s all about mental at- a dream run, considering titude,” says Herb. their vulnerability in the out- “But friends say that back on open roads, until with me, it’s more like be- We care about the little things. Thats our difference. they reached Port Pirie on ing stubborn,” he laughs South Australia’s Spencer before heading off to check Gulf. the donations  owing-in af- BOOK THIS TOUR ONLINE FREECALL FIND US IN WEST LEEDERVILLE Herb’s locked rig, parked ter his adventure to support WWW.KINGSTOURS.COM.AU 1800 677 760 MARMION & MANDURAH a metre from his motel door Diabetes WA. when he went to bed, was For more details or to do- missing at 5 am the next nate ring 1300 001 880 or ΎŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐƉƉůǇ͘dŽƵƌƐĂƌĞďĂƐĞĚŽŶƌĞĂĐŚŝŶŐĂŵŝŶŝŵƵŵŶƵŵďĞƌ͘,ŽŵĞƉŝĐŬͲƵƉĂŶĚƌĞƚƵƌŶŝƐŝŶĐůƵĚĞĚďĂƐĞĚŽŶĂƐĞƚƌĂĚŝƵƐʹƐƵƌĐŚĂƌŐĞƐǁŝůůĂƉƉůǇŽƵƚƐŝĚĞƚŚĞƐĞĂƌĞĂƐ͘ day. contact www.diabetesWA. KƚŚĞƌƐƉĞĐŝĂůĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐŵĂǇĂƉƉůǇƚŽĞĂĐŚŝŶĚŝǀŝĚƵĂůƚŽƵƌ͕ƉůĞĂƐĞĐŽŶƚĂĐƚƚŚĞŽĸĐĞĨŽƌĨƵƌƚŚĞƌĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘ Herb rang the police and com.au. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 7 Where opinions matter - do Australians deserve to live in poverty? the stereotypic attitude wood’s Karen Moss They paid $1 million about survival,” he said. Are we so hardened to about it? Do we ever hear that our homeless, beg- pointed out in a letter to each. We are talking about the ‘crying-poor’ messag- of the follow-up? ging people are useless the editor. Good luck to the survival of our fellow es that we just let them Importantly, what do job-dodgers and provide Australia also gave wealthy. We’re not turn- West Australians. pass us by? the poverty-stricken in them with some hope. $146 million to Vietnam ing socialist or begrudg- And, as Mr Carter There is much evi- our own community know And real help. to train abattoir workers, ing their wealth. But with points out, despite all our dence, Mr Carter says, about it to give them Anglicare WA reports she said. one in 10 Australians in advances, there’s been that a social investment hope? underscore the depth of Australia supports poverty, Ian Carter of An- no improvement in the model with integrated While they are waiting the problem, as acknowl- many worthy causes but glicare WA points out that fortunes of our most dis- and targeted service sup- for support, thousands edged by the State Gov- when and to what de- much povety is tucked advantaged. port, wrapped around the of poor West Australians ernment. gree does charity begin behind the closed doors “Homelessness is on provision of safe and af- join the bulging ranks of by Lee Tate A national survey at home? of many homes in many the rise. Young people are fordable housing, delivers our mentally-anguished. shows 86 per cent of What say do we have neighbourhoods across resorting to couch-sur ng signi cant social and eco- They see their situations OUR State’s living costs Australians believe no- in the level of Australia’s our community. while some young fami- nomic returns to all levels as helpless. are touching all of us, body deserves to live in overseas aid? Are West He’s not talking about lies are living in their cars.” of government and the Aside from govern- seniors and pensioners poverty and 79 per cent Australians so safe, pro- families who are tighten- And people who main- community. ment and community ac- sadly included. But what agree anyone could end tected and comfortable ing the purse strings or tain a roof over their heads So it’s good for us all. tion and proposed action, hope is there for Western up in poverty through no that we can contribute so cutting-back on discre- are  nding that very little is Governments of all there is an urgent, essen- Australia’s poor? fault of their own. much to these causes? tionary spending. left for life’s other necessi- persuasions go off in tial need to communicate In the past year, a stag- Australia sent $320 We live in a rich state “Poverty is de ned by ties after paying the rent. many directions, making meaningful messages to gering 17 per cent of million in foreign aid to but with a shortage of an individual or family’s Sustainable social re- promises and even com- our needy. West Australians could Indonesia last year. Indo- low-skilled entry-level capacity to ensure they forms are required but mitments, tinkering at the Where are they without not aff ord basic necessi- nesia bought $400 million jobs. Several West Aus- have access to essen- what con dence do we edges. hope? What do you think? ties – food and shelter. worth of attack helicop- tralians ordered new tial basics: food, water, have that these are being But whatever they are Email: info@haveagone We have to get past ters that year, as Green- Rolls-Royces last year. clothing and shelter. It’s seriously undertaken? doing, what do we know ws.com.au. What you need to know before travelling overseas this year extra information. you’re permitted to take it er any health or medical You aren’t eligible appropriate level of travel You can also do this by out of Australia. You can treatments you receive for Medicare bene ts if insurance, to assist with calling us on your regular do this by contacting the overseas. you’re travelling between any unforeseen medical payment line or visiting a country’s embassy, high However, some of your an Australian port and a costs. service centre. The im- commission, or consul- medical costs may be foreign port, or two for- If you have a question migration department will ate. You should also take covered under a Recip- eign ports. for Hank please email notify us when you leave a letter from your doctor rocal Health Care Agree- In any case, you should [email protected]. or enter Australia. with you, which speci es ment if you visit a country consider organising an au Taking Pharmaceutical the medicine you take for that has an agreement Bene ts Scheme (PBS) personal use, and how with Australia. Make sure medications overseas much of it you use. you take your Medicare There are strict rules for If you can’t do this, you card with you if visiting New outlet in Nedlands taking PBS medications can print and  ll in the one of these countries. out of Australia. 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to the gym schedule or were overwhelmingly the process that leads every world leader and would be to make every- them. I’m already a mem- the diet. However recently about social justice. to the refugee crisis and decision makers at all one in my district aware ber of our local rodenti- I came across an inspira- Khalid Ahmad, Youth for all children to have levels are imbued with a of the impact of some cide action group, so I tional project called ‘If I Ambassador from the equal rights. People have large dose of compassion rat poisons on our local have a practical way that I could do one thing’. UK, said: “I’d make the answered similar ques- for the earth, its people wildlife, especially my be- can contribute to this. We To celebrate Inter- world a fairer and peace- tions with aspirations for and all living things? loved owls, and get them won’t change everyone’s national Youth Day in ful place to live.” ending racism, terrorism, Since I don’t have the to use less harmful con- practices, but every bird 2017, youth ambas- Others wanted gender war, pollution and poverty genie of Aladdin’s lamp to trol methods. It’s so sad that eats healthy prey and by Karen Majer sadors in several coun- equality, to make people and addressing climate grant my wish, perhaps I to think of these lovely goes on, with its lifetime tries were asked: ‘If you more empathetic, more change. should aim for something birds innocently eating, mate, to produce healthy IT’S many years since I could change one thing education and training It made me think about a little more realistic. and feeding their young, chicks, is a win. made a New Year’s reso- in the world, what would opportunities for vulner- what I would do. End hu- I decided that if I could poisoned prey that will If you could do one lution. I know I won’t stick it be?’ Their responses able youth, to change man greed? Ensure that do one thing in 2019, I make them sick or kill thing, what would it be?

WIN a $200 shopping voucher Monthly cancer lunch club is a celebration of life now with Have a Go News’ Ad Words. ferent cancers, some of through a similar experi- See page 2 for details. them with multiple cancer ence,” he said. experiences. This re ects The rest of the group Cancer Council’s support agree that the connec- for anyone aff ected by tions they made through cancer regardless of their the Cancer Council Life cancer type. Now exercise classes While some members have been invaluable, of the group said the so- particularly after complet- cial side motivated them ing treatment. to complete the Life Now Group member Erin exercise program, they urged others aff ected all agree their shared by cancer not to be too experiences have been proud to reach out for the driver for keeping in help from Cancer Coun- touch. cil. “Initially we’d catch “Family and friends can up for a coff ee after our be a great support but I class, but when the class- think you cannot under- Pictured (back left to right) Steve, Erin, Brian, Norma and Julia es ended we realised we estimate the impact and (front) Rita, Barry and Wynn. (Group member Jayne was unable to be present). were a good support bene t of others from network for each other outside of your circle. ONCE a month, a varied friends, except each met,” said Mr Toon. because we’ve shared “They can really make group of individuals gath- member has something “Three years on we’re common experiences,” a big diff erence during a er for a catch-up over in common that other still meeting up and cel- Mr Toon said, so the idea tough time,” she said. lunch in Balcatta. people can’t see – expe- ebrating the fact we are for a monthly lunch catch Life Now project offi - While the common fac- rience of cancer. all still alive after diff erent up was born. cer, Stephanie Lamb said tor that connects them “We don’t need to talk experiences of cancer.” Mr Toon said the con- social connectedness looms large, it’s a sub- about cancer to under- The group met after nections you make was one of the many ject rarely spoken about stand there’s a strong completing a 12-week through these Cancer bene ts to the Life Now amongst the laughter and connection and sense of Cancer Council Life Now Council classes was a program. good-humoured conver- support between us and exercise program in Bal- bonus. To  nd out more about sation. that’s really thanks to the ga. “My feeling is this upcoming classes visit Group member Steve Cancer Council which The nine members of group provides an un- www.cancerwa.asn.au or Toon says they look just off ered the Life Now ex- the group have experi- complicated connection contact Cancer Council like a normal group of ercise class where we enced around nine dif- to others who’ve been on 13 11 20. HAGN#322-051160

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Conditions apply, see crownperth.com.au Images are for illustration purposes only. 12 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 Early intervention important for the management of dementia I would like to start the my favourite pastimes – as Les is experiencing, living with early stage de- ing of Alzheimer’s dis- If you, a family member year by sharing with you a bowls and golf. it can be overwhelm- mentia and their support ease,” said Kaye. or a friend have recently touching story I received “I was marking (scoring. But, it is important person, and includes a “The practical support, been diagnosed, I urge from a gentleman called ing) a game of bowls in to know there is support series of structured in- discussions and avenues you to contact us here at Les who was diagnosed the club’s singles champi- available. formation sessions held for assistance were ex- Alzheimer’s WA and  nd with Alzheimer’s disease onship when I was asked Accessing support as weekly over a  ve-week tremely helpful and infor- out what support is avail- last year. by one of the players what early as possible can help period. mative. able and where to begin. Like so many before the score was. I looked at improve symptoms and When Les and his wife “I now know some of Finally, I would like to him, Les tells me he was the card and could not slow down progression Kaye heard about the what my very dear mother wish all readers a won- initially in denial about his make head nor tail of it. of the disease. It can also Adjusting to Change pro- suff ered.” derful new year, and may Rhonda Parker diagnosis, but as time “I was totally humiliated help the person and their gram, they decided to Les agreed. 2019 be a year with a went on, things began to and was in tears over my family accept the diag- give it a go. Kaye tells me “I cannot thank them sense of purpose that has by Rhonda Parker, get serious. unwanted experience.” nosis and prepare for the they are so grateful to the enough for their eff orts,” satisfaction, health and CEO Alzheimer’s WA “I certainly wasn’t about Les tells me there were journey ahead. wonderful staff from Al- he said. happiness in store for you to accept the opinion of a few similar experiences We off er an early in- zheimer’s WA who guided “Let’s hope the day of all. WELCOME to 2019 – I these specialists,” said while trying to score at tervention program at them through the  ve- cure is somewhere in the To  nd out more, call us certainly hope you and Les. golf. Alzheimer’s WA called week course. wings. It is certainly fright- on 1300 66 77 88, email your families had a safe “But I began to have Receiving a diagnosis Adjusting to Change. The “The support from our ening to learn how many support@alzheimerswa. and merry Christmas and serious problems with of dementia is not some- program off ers informa- sessions helped us to people and families are org.au or visit alzheimer a happy New Year. keeping scores at two of thing people plan for and tion and support for those have a better understand- aff ected by this disease.” swa.org.au. Down to your last beans? Try a free course in budgeting A FREE budgeting course People from all walks of help them in sticking to it. 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If the UK ne- updating them with this pressured to vote for a dollar strengthening due countries including Aus- states will not bene t gotiates a deal with the information from the UK. deal that would eventu- to the reduced trade ten- tralia trade with the EU. from any state pension EU countries and refus- A happy new year to ally leave Northern Ire- sions between the USA My view is that the EU increases. es to negotiate with Aus- all readers of this excel- land in the EU and the and China. What this will be as unhelpful as Currently the UK only tralia that will compound lent newspaper and of rest of the UK outside means to you is that the they have been with re- pays annual pension the discrimination. course to all expat UK the EU but subject to value of your pension cent negotiations. increases in the EU be- There will be an Aus- pensioners. their rules and regula- from the UK has been In a recent policy paper cause of EU legislation. tralian election this year Anyone who would by Mike Goodall tions. reduced by 8.5 per cent. Citisens Rights, Brexit About 470,000 UK therefore your MPs like to discuss the above That is not what I un- It would appear that secretary Stephen Bar- nationals living in the will be looking for your in greater detail or re- THIS is Brexit year and derstand the UK majority both sides are now clay said the government EU will have their pen- votes. So, get out there quires help on any other by the time that this is- voted for. preparing for a no deal planned to continue to sions frozen, unless in- and tell them that, unless aspects of their UK State sue goes to press there The uncertainty sur- Brexit which just means preserve the state pen- dividual reciprocal deals they support the cam- Pensions, is welcome to could have been many rounding Brexit has that as far as trade is sion rights of UK nation- are stuck with each EU paign for unfreezing our contact Mike Goodall on changes in the UK. caused the value of the concerned the UK and als living in the EU. But member states. pensions you will not be 08 6364 0859, 0403 909 As I write Project Fear pound to drop from a the EU countries trade he warned should the If this happens the voting for them. Several 865 or via e-mail:- mike has been reignited. It is high this year of $1.87 under the World Trade EU fail to off er the same number of frozen expat WA MPs already support cgoodall@btconnect. designed to cause panic to $1.71 to the pound. organisation rules on deal back, pensioners pensioners will be nearly the cause and I will be com HAGN#322-051421

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sidered an honour and paddler onto the water. their balloons. ducks are worn on our However not before don- It was a fantastic day kayaks with pride. It is a ning a Christmas hat and of fun and camaraderie fun ceremony which al- a Christmas stocking and for increasing our ways gives us all a good onto the right arm, then levels of  tness as well laugh at ourselves. That’s paddling around the yel- as for practising diff erent the kind of club we are, low buoy and back. The paddle strokes. We have we can take a bit of a joke process was repeated had a fantastic year of at our own expense. until all paddlers in each paddling, friendship and The fun day which we team had done their bit socialising. have held at Champion and the referee called the We have places for a Lakes for the last three winning team. few new members this years was our  nal pad- The  nal game of the year. If you are keen to dle for the year. A particu- day was the balloon join a terri c club, you Jan McGlinn with David Templeman MLA lar favourite is soccer-po- lancing. Each kayak had enjoy a reasonable level lo with rules adapted to three balloons tied to the of  tness, are 55 years WELCOME to 2019 I hope everyone had a won- accommodate playing in rear end of their kayak. plus young and are keen derful break over Christmas and new year and I look forward to an exciting year holding many Over 55 Canoe Club members enjoying fun day our kayaks. Four, 12-min- The Red team were to enjoy paddling on our events for WA Seniors. ute quarters were played forced to play one player beautiful rivers, call Iris by Iris Mickiewicz fortunate on the day that very fast and furiously. short, so they received Mickiewicz, president. there were almost no We are de nitely in need the huge concession of 0438 926 578 or Dale 2018 Peel Volunteer of the Year AS the end of our pad- other guests appreciat- of short breaks between having an extra balloon Winn, secretary. 0420 – Congratulations, Jan McGlinn dling season drew to ing this beautiful outdoor quarters. Fortunately, the tied to their rear ends. 733 024 for more details Seniors Recreation Council of WA, Peel branch a close, we enjoyed a venue. We were able to scores was very close The two teams faced and to register your inter- president, Jan McGlinn, has been recognised as number of events with conduct our duck pre- with the blue team win- each other, they took est. the Peel Volunteer of the Year for 2018. On behalf our paddling friends, cel- sentations so that ev- ners. off at great speed on of Seniors Recreation Council this a well-deserved ebrated prior to the crazy eryone was able to hear We also played the the whistle, with lances award for all the work Jan does in the Peel region business of the festive all of the humorous pro- Christmas relay, a game at the ready. As kayaks on behalf of Seniors Recreation Council and all the other organisations that she is involved in. season. ceedings. of strategy and team sped by, both teams try- Over the years Jan has been a stalwart in the Peel This year our end of To receive a duck is an work. Very swiftly the ing their best to spear the community and we congratulate her for her hard year lunch was held at acknowledgement that teams worked together, oppositions balloons. work, dedication and community spirit. Jane Brook Estate Win- the recipient had involun- lining up the kayaks in Many a paddler was ery – a fabulous location. tarily disembarked from order to ensure maxi- trapped between several Lotterywest grant It was a highly successful their kayak at some time mum effi ciency and opposing kayaks work- Seniors Recreation Council of WA gratefully ac- function. We were very during the year. It is con- speed in getting the next ing together to burst knowledges the invaluable support of a major grant from Lotterywest which went towards Have a Go Day 2018, a LiveLighter Event held in Bur- swood Park on 14 November. Presented by Hon Mick Murray MLA on behalf of Lotterywest, these grants support local community organisations and events via income from Lotterywest sales. Fitness, friendship and fun for adults through swimming Keep the money in WA and support local events and organisations by purchasing lottery tickets by Nadine Georgiades from your ofÀ cial Lotterywest outlet. MASTERS Swimming WA’s new WOWSwims Com- Livelighter Aged Care Games munity open water swim series is taking the open wa- – Great Southern ter swimming community by storm. The LiveLighter Aged Care Games in Great South- Swims so far have been in a lake and the ocean, ern were held on Thursday 29 November at the with a river swim and more ocean swims still to come. Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre. A huge vote All ages and abilities have been at the recent events of thanks to our vice-president Phil Paddon and with the friendship before and after the swim creating his wife Pat who made the trip from Perth to fa- cilitate the games with assistance from the Alba- plenty of laughs and support for all swimmers. ny Region Over 50s Recreation Association. Five These community swims are also raising money teams took part in a range of games which have for worthwhile community charities. Funds from the been modiÀ ed especially for seniors in care. It was recent Fremantle Ports Swim Thru went to the Street great to have the facilities staff who enthusiasti- Doctor Mobile Health Clinic and St Patrick’s Commu- cally supported the participants. The teams were nity Support Centre. very competitive and there was lots of laughter, The next WOWSwim is the Swim Thru’ Perth on cheering and shaking of hands amongst the Sunday 20 January at Matilda Bay, Crawley. This competitors. SRCWA thanks and acknowledges swim is celebrating its 100th year which is an amazing the support from the Albany region Over 50s Rec- achievement and a swim with so much history. If you reation Association which volunteered to set up would like to have a go at the 250m Try-it event the and ofÀ ciate on the day. A vote of thanks goes swim entries are now open via www.wowswims.com. out to local photographer Bob Symons, his wife au. Proceeds to this swim will go to Telethon Speech Thelma and fellow photographer Malcom who and Hearing. helped cover this event. Phil Paddon welcomed Masters Swimming is a worldwide organisation the teams and introduced City of Albany deputy of adult swimming clubs whose members swim to- mayor Greg Stocks to open the event. Entertain- gether in a supportive active recreational environment. ment was provided by Merv and Hugh The 2 Pre- For your nearest club please visit our website at www. miers who provided a medley of songs through- Fremantle ports swim mswa.asn.au. out the event. In third place was Denmark Health Service Blue Wrens, second place went to Bethel Aged Care and in À rst place was Walpole Stars. Best dressed team was Bethel Vikings and the oldest competitor on the day was 99 years young Yvonne McVeigh. TV Talk with Lee Tate - tried and tested formulas

SRCWA Rockingham branch could help make it by says. on paper as being a TV doesn’t fall into that trap Christmas concert interviewing some of the It’s a shame, as it is series where a politician which is always a threat On Tuesday 4 December, SRCWA Rockingham region’s fascinating and with many suggestions delivers a perceived ser- when government fund- branch held their 2018 Christmas concert at the diverse personalities and put before television mon on an obscure ising is cut. Gary Holland Community Centre. A full house litter the series with sto- overlords. land group, little-known Networks can also  nd was treated to an afternoon of Christmas Carols ries about the politics, Like bigwig music by wider audiences. Very themselves between a and entertainment by Eddie Storm OAM, Kelly economics and social producers and publish- droll. rock and a hard place try- Green and Gwenda Uren. During the concert lives of Paci c Islanders.” ers, TV networks prefer But cheery-faced Mr ing to appeal to the wider the audience enjoyed a delightful afternoon tea Sounds like a noble to follow a true-to-form Downer with his inside- community. Your kids and had great fun winning all the rafÁ e prizes. running on the regions, and grandkids hardly Congratulations to Valma Sulc and the Rocking- idea. I would switch on formula and not risk hefty ham branch committee and volunteers for an and I’m sure so would investments. knowing the key people have the same interests excellent afternoon of entertainment. TELEVISION networks many other viewers, in- The ABC does break as a result of his count- as you. get plenty of unasked-for cluding those across the new ground from timeless visits to the islands, Television strives to Key Diary Dates for 2019 suggestions about what Paci c Islands. to-time, including com- would be an exception, win the ratings war to 29 March Healthy Lifestyles Expo 2019, they should put on the However, as explained edy (always welcome). surely. lure advertisers. That’s Leisure Fit Melville box. by Mr Downer: “Mark Commercial networks Australia shouldn’t understandable. 17 April Rockingham Have a Go Day, One idea came from was pretty brutal. He said are loathe to risk ratings shut itself off from the But how many TV sta- a LiveLighter Event, Aqua Jetty, Alexander Downer, the Australian audiences in such a competitive rest of the world. Look tions do we have now? Warnbro Sound Ave, Warnbro cherub-faced former weren’t interested in the market and their track re- at the United States. A How many are running 5 June Annual Seniors Ball, senior pollie who, in his Paci c. cord shows they’d rather mighty United States but similar or even the same Astral Ballroom, Crown Perth earlier role, distinguished “Honestly, I had to leave the risk-taking to in many ways inwardly- material as others? How himself in negotiating confess he was right. the ABC. They can al- focussed. many programs are silly, 10 to 17 November Aussie aff airs with other The public is more inter- ways buy successful Talking to Americans, shallow, ill-informed or WA Seniors Week countries. ested in the US, Britain, programs once proved they are fascinated about pure escapism? 13 November Having  nished his Indonesia and China. So on the ABC (Kath & Kim, Australia and obviously Mr Downer says: “a Have a Go Day, a LiveLighter Event, term as foreign minister the idea was scrapped,” for example). know very little about relatively-stable Paci c is Burswood Park, (1996 to 2007), Downer Mr Downer told Financial What role should tele- us or other parts of the important to us. In a way, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood phoned ABC boss Mark Review readers. vision play, however, in world. the South-West Paci c Well, there goes that lifting standards and rais- For all America’s media matters as much to us For information on any of the Scott to suggest the ABC commissions a series on idea – although not ening community knowl- outlets, US programs fo- as the South China Sea above events please the Paci c Island coun- tirely. edge levels, not dumb- cus on well-worn formu- does to China.” contact the SRCWA tries. “I’d still like to col- ing-down audiences? las, much of it super cial Well, let’s hope some- offi ce on 9492 9772. As Mr Downer ex- laborate with someone Mr Downer’s sugges- and lightweight. one in TV-land hears you to make the series,” he tion could be viewed I hope Australia Mr Downer. SRC President, Hugh Rogers plained it: “I thought I “THERE IS A SENSE OF BELONGING, THAT EVERYONE LOOKS AFTER EACH OTHER AND PEOPLE ARE GENUINELY INTERESTED” Peter and Jane, residents of Arcadia Waters

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1300 88 98 35 | arcadiawaters.com.au 16 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 Elder abuse - the ugly shadow Check your hearing to prevent other illnesses

support. The lead authors of hearing. People with lation ages. “While we collectively the studies were Dr severe hearing loss The HCIA says only need to raise awareness, Nicholas Reed and Dr may be  ve times 20 per cent of people we must also provide Jennifer Deal of the more likely to develop with hearing loss are a safe environment in Bloomberg School of dementia. using hearing aids, which elderly people can Public Health. They In one trial treating even though they are seek advice and assis- used data from a da- peripheral hearing loss available free for peo- tance. tabase of health insur- reduced dementia by ple on low incomes. “The objective must ance claims. nine per cent global- There is an average be to minimise the risk of In a second relat- ly, the best improve- gap of seven years be- alerting the perpetrators ed study, they found ment for any known tween a person need- while preserving family by Frank Smith that hearing loss was modi able risk factor. ing help with hearing relationships as much as associated with an in- This result need to be and them actually possible,” she said. creased 10-year risk con rmed by a larg- seeking help. Ms Smyth is behind AUDIOLOGISTS have Australia has 4,000 centenarians long claimed that of a range of health er trial currently being Access Econom- © Joseph Curto moves to implement an conditions, including planned at John Hop- ics have estimated elder abuse awareness treating hearing loss helps prevent a num- dementia, depression, kins University. the economic cost of by Lee Tate It is an environment campaign. ber of serious health falls and heart attack. Dr Deal said the hearing loss to Aus- that eff ectively fosters el- The lawyer also points Dr Michael McKee more than 10 per cent tralia at more than $23 der abuse, con rms law- to a gap in the system conditions as we age. SENIORS are vulnerable But until recently there of the University of of American adults billion, not including – open to threats, scams yer Christine Smyth who requiring greater scrutiny: Michigan found that have hearing loss and any estimate of loss of is leading a campaign to the provision of services has been no hard evi- and abuse. With numbers dence to support this patients with hearing only 20 per cent of wellbeing, mainly due exploding in Australia, bring the law into line in to elderly people in their loss who wore hearing those are using hear- to lower productivity dealing with elder abuse own homes. claim. governments, residen- Now we have it. In aids made greater use ing aids. and more unemploy- tial and medical institu- issues. “There are checks of outpatient services The prevalence of ment amongst hearing “Commentators spec- and balances in institu- a study of nearly 5000 tions, social and welfare Americans over 50, a and were less likely to hearing loss, which is impaired people. support groups, carers, ulate that the causes of tions catering for elderly research team at John be hospitalised. strongly associated The Commonwealth families and the law are such abuse involve age- people around staff and He speculated that with age, is increas- Hearing Services Pro- struggling to keep up with ism, inheritance impa- their conduct; there is no Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA found the improvement in ing as the population gram provides eligible necessary and essential tience and lack of social equivalent in the private their health was due ages, with most adults Australians with hear- changes. Elder abuse and legal infrastructure freelancing sector,” she untreated hearing loss was associated with to better communica- 75 years and older ing aids at a cost of needs to be conquered. investment,” she says. said. tion between patient having some hearing over $300 million per What can be done? Other causes include Elder abuse issues are more hospitalisations, increased risk of hos- and doctor resulting in loss. annum. The only pa- Elder abuse has been lack of awareness about reported in the Prece- better compliance with Similar results are tient cost is for batter- disgracefully rampant in rights and recourses, dent, the journal of the pital re-admission, more emergency de- treatment advice and found in Australia. Ac- ies and other consum- Australia for decades. social isolation and an Australian Lawyers Alli- better cognitive, phys- cording to the Hearing ables. The  rst step Australia has 4,000 increase in fragmented ance. partment visits and longer hospital stays. ical, and psychological Care Industry Asso- for people with some centenarians and 12 per families. If you or a family mem- function. ciation (HCIA), one hearing loss is to ask ber feel they are experi- Over a 10-year pe- cent of the population are Ms Smyth says tack- Dementia Australia in six Australians are their GP for a referral. baby boomers or older. ling elder abuse is diffi cult encing abuse call the El- riod, people with under Abuse Helpline on treated hearing loss says people with mild currently aff ected by The research was More than 425,500 mainly because the perpetrators symptoms of hearing hearing loss, and this published in JAMA are typically family mem- 1300 724 679 (country incurred an average of older Australians live with loss are twice as likely is expected to rise to Otolaryngology-Head dementia. Their numbers bers – often the family callers 1800 655 566) or $22,000 more in health email rights@advocare. care costs than people to develop dementia one in four Australians and Neck Surgery last are predicted to exceed members who the elder- as those with healthy by 2050, as the popu- month. one million by 2056. ly victims also rely on for org.au without hearing loss.

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medium heat. Add onion and cook Preparation: 25 minutes; for 5 minutes or until soft. Add beef cooking: 1 hour; serves: 4 mince and cook, stirring constantly, Preparation: 3 minutes; for 10 minutes or until browned. Add cooking: nil; serves: 1 - 2 mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes. 1 tablespoon olive oil Stir in tomato paste, tomatoes and 1 onion,  nely chopped Worcestershire sauce. 500g lean beef mince Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 500g button mushrooms, diced minutes or until liquid has evaporated. 1 peach chopped 2 tablespoon tomato paste Season with salt and pepper. 1 banana chopped 400g can peeled tomatoes, Preheat oven to 220ºC. Spoon 1 orange, chopped undrained mince mixture into a 5 cup ovenproof ½ cup natural or fruit yogurt 3 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce dish. Top evenly with mashed potato. ½ cup crushed ice Salt and freshly ground black Bake for 20 minutes or until potato Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until pepper, to taste begins to brown. combined. Serve immediately. 2½ cups mashed potato (made from Handy Hint: Blitz the mushrooms Note: for a thick and creamy result, try freezing the 600g Royal Blue potatoes) brie y in a food processor to create a diced fruit in an air tight container. It’s a great way to Heat oil in a large frying pan over  nely diced texture similar to mince. use fruit that ripens too quickly to eat.

What’s fresh in the markets in January More than wine at Sunset Wine and Brews the barbecue with your apricot jam will maintain area’s refurbishment. choice of  avour or mince this beautiful  avour for The event will be open from 2 pm to 8 pm on both the  nely and blend with your months ahead. It is a nice Saturday and the Sunday. traditional minced meat surprise when you  nd a “It will be a great opportunity to gather with friends, lis- recipes in burgers, bolo- large piece of apricot as ten to local deejays, sample beautiful WA boutique wines, gnaise or meatloaf. You you spread the jam onto beer, cider and spirits and watch the sun go down. can swap minced meat fresh bread. “There will be a fantastic range of both well-known and for minced mushroom for Buy apricots that are lesser known WA wines as well as craft beers and ciders a lower calorie and fuller  rm, but not hard, with that many people won’t be familiar with.”  avour result. unblemished skins. They As well as wines to try, visitors can buy a glass of wine Nectarines: Plentiful should be a deep, clear CRAFT beer will assume a bigger role in what has been to enjoy at the show or bottles to take home. A wine locker supplies of these sum- orange and some may the traditional stronghold of WA wine producers at the on site allows bottles of wine to be stored until it’s time to mer favourites are now even have a red blush. annual Scarborough celebration which will now be called go home. arriving in store and the Apricots bruise easily, so Sunset Wine and Brews. A range of food will be available including tapas, dump- Barbecue  ats with tomato on toast Richard Campbell, Director of CMS Events, which oper- lings, baos and other festival food. © www.australianmushrooms.com.au prices are very aﬀ ord- carry them home with able. Luscious yellow care. ates the two-day festival to be held at the new Scarbor- All ticket prices include booking fees and children under ough Beach Reserve on 9 and 10 February, said that while 18 (accompanied by an adult) are free. Tickets start from Flat mushrooms: Sum-  esh varieties are sweet Eggplant: Locally-grown beer had always played an important part in the event, the and juicy eating – per- eggplants are plenti- $25. mer barbecues are explosion of craft beers and ciders in WA opened up a From 6pm to 8pm each day there will be glass sales perfect to get creative fect for snacking – freshly ful now. Best grilled or greater focus on brewing. only. with richly  avoured  at sliced on your morning barbecued and you can “There will still be a very strong emphasis on wine with For more information and tickets go to events.humani- mushrooms. Available cereal or as fruity sorbet, easily create an impres- around 20 wineries among the 40 exhibitors we’re expect- tix.com.au/sunset-wine-and-brews?fbclid=IwAR3pILuJ as either white or velvety you really only need to sive dish for your next ing to participate, but this year around 10 breweries and hkyotKuxXLSPZ8yc20YgoH7QSKo2JCJz0gH4Exwuc brown varieties, the  a- puree and freeze. Pile barbecue by layering with cideries will join us,” Richard says. yVKW2FHvQw vour is full and robust. them high in the fruit bowl good-quality fetta, fresh “There will also be a number of local spirit makers and of WIN WIN WIN Not only are they good and they will disappear rocket and a dressing course, a great range of tapas style food.” We have four double passes to give away to the for boosting your Vitamin as if by magic. of  nely chopped chilli, Sunset Wine has been running since 2014. This year Sunset Wine and Brews Festival on either days. To be D and lowering your risk Apricots: If you are roast and ground cumin the festival returns to its original home at the Scarborough in the draw simply email [email protected] of cancer, they taste su- blessed with excess seeds, mint, lemon juice Beach Reserve on the Esplanade at Scarborough, which with Sunset in the subject line. Only email entries for perb. Grill them whole on apricots, then making and extra virgin olive oil. has been unavailable for the past two years because of the this competition please. Closes 30/1/19. A gas offer made for you With AGL’s Seniors deal, there’s no better time to switch.* Call us or go online to find out more 1300 001 125 agl.com.au/seniorswa

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TRAVEL WITH A SENIOR DRIVER Through the White Taxis initiative, people can Adam Liaw heads this year’s Taste Great Southern chef line up request a senior service driver who is 55 or over. To request a senior service driver call Swan Taxis Australian Financial Re- ney Interactive, Asia Pa- and food festivals. on 13 13 30. view, wine editor of Gour- ci c based in Tokyo. Adam’s visit to The met Traveller Magazine His love aff air with food Great Southern is aimed ONE DAY IN FREMANTLE and award-winning Mel- and cooking blossomed at promoting the produce Sunday 27 January bourne based journalist during this time and he and scenic beauty of the Esplanade Reserve (Marine Tce.) and author will make the returned to Australia region. One day is a free non-ticketed family friendly journey across to Taste in 2009 to compete in This year the stars of event. Great Southern for the MasterChef. In July 2010 the show will be produce www.fremantle.wa.gov  rst time. more than  ve million such the region’s marron, U3A MELVILLE AND DISTRICTS REGION The festival will be cel- people tuned in to watch Wagyu beef, asparagus An info session about our activities for the over ebrating its 15th anniver- him win the second se- and berries, the incredible 50s. sary this year. ries MasterChef. seafood and the stun- Friday 15 February at 12.45pm. Adam is the host of His victory remains the ningly diverse array of A sandwich lunch is provided. SBS’s award winning most watched non-sport- wine styles from across Melville LeisureFit, series Destination Fla- ing event in Australian the region. Cnr. Stock Rd., and Canning Hwy., Melville. vour and was the winner television history. Tourism Minister Paul Please RSVP [email protected] or of Channel 10’s Mas- In 2012 he began  lm- Papalia said the State 0418 947 463 terChef in 2010. ing Destination Flavour on Government, through His talent for creat- SBS, a food and travel Tourism WA’s Regional ing simple, approach- series. Events Program, was AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS able and exciting dishes He has now pre- pleased to support Taste 26 JANUARY has seen him author six sented  ve highly suc- Great Southern. best-selling cookbooks cessful series on the “It is fantastic to see the TOWN OF CAMBRIDGE – Destination Flavour: network – Destination event grow over the past Free barbecue breakfast supplied by People And Places, Two Flavour, Destination Fla- 14 years into one of the the Lions Club of Floreat. Asian Kitchens, Asian Af- vour Japan, Destination State’s top food and wine 8.30am -12.30pm Perry Lakes Reserve ter Work, Adam’s Big Pot, Flavour Down Under, festivals,” he said. A smoke free family event. Asian Cookery School, Destination Flavour Scan- “The festival not only and The Zen Kitchen. dinavia which took out helps to showcase the CITY OF MANDURAH Adam Liaw Born in Malaysia to the ACTAA award for region’s world-class pro- Free cooked breakfast supplied by an English-Singaporean Best Lifestyle Program duce, but also attracts the Lions Club of Mandurah MASTERCHEF winner, It Up on Sunday 7 April – mother and Hainanese for 2016 and Destination many visitors which pro- 7am- 11.30pm proli c cookbook author a special event planned Chinese father, Adam’s Flavour Singapore which vides a boost to local Eastern Foreshore Mandurah Tce. and television presenter for the Field of Light fes- family lived in several dif- was also nominated for businesses, tourism ser- Alcohol and smoke free event. No pets Adam Liaw will lead a tival which will run from 4 ferent countries during his an ACTAA in 2017. The vices and accommoda- There will not be  reworks. line-up of dozens of chefs to 14 April. youth with far-reaching sixth series of Destination tion providers. at the Taste Great South- He follows in the foot- CITY OF SOUTH PERTH in uences on his culinary Flavour China will go to “Supporting regional ern food and wine festival steps of chefs such as repertoire. air on SBS, starting on 28 events, in particular food $5 BBQ breakfast supplied by in April. Marco Pierre White from the Rotary Club of Como He was an active cook November. and wine events, is a key Adam will be making Britain, Chandra Yudass- from an early age, regu- Adam lives in Sydney part of the State Govern- 8am-10.30pm Sir James Mitchell Park, appearances at the open- wara from Indonesia, and Flag Pole Coode St. South Perth. larly cooking for his par- with his wife Asami, their ment’s Two-Year Action ing Women of the Region leading Australian chefs ents and seven brothers son Christopher and Plan to increase visitors to CITY OF COCKBURN Lunch at Hybla Tavern in Miguel Maestre, Colin and sisters since he was daughter Anna. WA, and encourage them A free sausage sizzle (while stocks last) Albany on Thursday, 4 Fassnidge and Justine eight years old. He speaks English, to stay longer and do 8am-midday. April, the Rockcliff e Night Scho eld, who have all Adam holds university Japanese and basic Man- more while they are here.” Coogee Beach Reserve, Powell Rd. Market on Friday, 5 April visited Taste Great South- degrees in science and darin. Between his TV Dozens of events are A family free event with various activities. in Denmark, the Albany ern over the last three law and practised law for commitments and writing being announced pro- Wine and Food Festival years. 11 years, most recently gressively with details CITY OF KALGOORLIE cookbooks, recipes and at Eyre Park in Albany on Max Allen, wine and as the Head of legal and columns, he makes regu- at www.tastegreatsouth AUSTRALIA DAY FESTIVAL Saturday 6 April and Light drinks columnist for the business aff airs for Dis- ern.com.au 4-9.30pm Centennial Park lar appearances at events Family friendly entertainment, concerts. You’re welcome to bring a picnic and end the day watching a spectacular  reworks display over Brunch with T returns next month to Food & Wine. Centennial Park. KALBARRI AUSTRALIA DAY FIREWORKS Visit www.haveagonews.com.au to read online This a family friendly event on the Kalbarri foreshore about places where you can enjoy brunch in WA Memorial Rd. Free event. Ph 0458 663 995 TOODYAY AUSTRALIA DAY BBQ 7.30am-10am. Celebrate Australia Day with a free barbecue breakfast, live music and family entertainment. Drink reds with sparkle during summer... Duidgee Park. Tooday BUNBURY SKYFEST CELEBRATIONS raspberry fruit with a fragrant Fundraising breakfast beginning at 6.30am. yeasty complexity. A range of free activities for the whole family The palate is medium bodied concluding with spectacular  reworks from with zesty berry fruit  avours, 8.30pm. a textured, creamy body with Bicentennial Square and Graham Bricknell Music clean acidity and refreshing bub- Shell. bles. RRP $18. And now for something en- If you would like to promote your event tirely diff erent. through the Community Notebook, please email Myrcene Hemp Gin. When a Pat, [email protected] sample bottle arrived from the Cannabis Company my wife questioned whether I was doing anything illegal. I’m not. Hemp What’s on at comes from the same plant spe- St Patrick’s Anglican Church cies as cannabis but contain no tetrahydrocannabinol, is perfectly legal and won’t give you a high. by Frank Smith ry, the wine also displays notes lour with red hues. The aromas But it does contain myrcene, of spiced chocolate and sweet are rich and earthy with ripe fruit a terpene. Terpenes are natu- SPARKLING red wines go well oak. On the palate the sweet- characters and peppery spice ral  avour compound and ma- with summer meals such as ness complements robust tan- typical of Shiraz. jor constituents of the essential chicken, turkey, ham and bar- nins from the Victorian Pyrenees The palate is rich and full  a- oils in many medicinal plants becues. They are more robust to produce a velvety texture. voured of dark fruits, black olive, and  owers. Myrcene balances than most white wines and the RRP $26. chocolate and savoury in uenc- earthy and the fruity  avours and Regular services of Holy Communion cold serving temperature and Morris Sparkling Shiraz Du- es balanced with soft tannins. provides the  avour backbone 10:15am each Sunday bubbles is appropriate for sum- rif. Durif was bred by Dr. Durif, a RRP $25. for the gin. mer parties. Here are three I tried French nurseryman in the south Syn Rouge Sparkling Shi- The aromas are reminiscent Kids Program runs during school terms recently. of France, in the late 1800s by raz. The grapes for this wines of bubblegum blended with lav- Kids Program; Each week the children have great Taltarni Sparkling Shiraz crossing Shiraz (Syrah) vari- are grown in Coonawarra and ender, pine forest and sage. The fun listening to a story from the Bible, talking 2016 is grown in a cool climate ety with the little know variety  rst made into a dry red style palate has soft tones of violet in- area of Victoria and made by Peloursin. Durif performs well in of wine, then and matured over teracting with woodland  avours about it, singing, playing and doing craft. the French sparkling traditional sunny and drier climates such as lees for several months. It is then of rosemary and resin, cloves method. This wine was aged in Australia. refermented under pressure, so and woody spices. The  nish French oak then bottled and left This wine comes from the that the natural carbon dioxide is is long and complex with a rich on lees for 10 months to devel- Morris winery, one of the old- dissolved into the wine to create mouth feel. op the  avours and add to the est in Australia at Rutherglen, eff ervescence. It is then bottled Drink with a premium tonic wa- creamy palate prior to disgorging Victoria. Morris Sparkling Shiraz under pressure. ter or try it poured over a wedge www.stpatricksmtlawley.com (removing the dregs). Durif is a sparkling red with in- The colour is deep bright crim- of lemon with a sprig of fresh With  oral aromas and  a- tense beading and a rich robust son with a  ne bead. It displays rosemary to really bring out those Father Stephen Conway 0478 514 516 vours of ripe plum and raspber-  avour. It is deep crimson in co- aromas of rich chocolate and pine-like aromas. RRP $99. travelling let’s go travelling JANUARY 2019

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Unfor- WE WERE in the middle located in Wentworth Gardens in the heart of Garden of Friendship gift from Guangdong, entire family. tunately, Coogee’s rough of busy Sydney, battered Avenue. One Sunday we the city and looked at in the tranquil heart of features two imperial We ended up lunch- surf damaged the pier by high winds and a dust walked up to leafy Potts the carnivorous plant Darling Harbour which dragons, with the brown ing inside the Teahouse and it was demolished storm when my husband Point and my talent at exhibition, dominated by opened 30 years ago. dragon representing which looks out onto the in 1934. Lifeguards have chanced upon a delight- people spotting was re- a carnivorous plant ver- The garden was  rst Guangdong and the gardens, a peaceful in- discovered remains of ful enchanted world that warded when I sighted tical wall which was at- created as a symbol of blue symbolising New terlude from the city. the pier on the ocean transports you to anoth- well known Sydney bar- tracting lots of attention. the friendship between South Wales. Together, Another day we took  oor about 50 metres er time and place. Aptly rister Charles Water- The delicate plants pro- sister cities Sydney and they play with the pearl the ferry to windy Manly out from shore. named Angel Place, it is street (who inspired the vided a lush green vista Guangzhou in Guang- of friendship as a pool where a few brave peo- The weather gods a hidden gem of a street ABC television series in the heart of the city. dong province. The re- beneath re ects their ple were at the beach. were against us and, dominated by empty Rake) sitting on a stool We also visited Par- nowned heritage listed movements  ying in the The local Member for on our second last day bird cages that hang in a café with another liament Place and the garden blooms and clouds above. Flying Warringah Tony Abbott in Sydney, a big storm above the street as you man, both with loads State Library. Former blossoms every year. We dragons represent maj- was away helping  ght a swept in with driving rain walk down either George of paperwork strewn Prime Minister Paul Ke- entered through the Hall esty and perfection in bush re. and strong winds. We Street or Pitt Street be- around them. A big case ating and former Syd- of Clear Shade into the Chinese culture. 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Public health researcher Dr Yu from Australia to London, you are known as black-spot Sun Bin and her team found only travelling west, which means you gar sh, three-by-two 13 studies that tested drug-free need to delay your body clock. gar sh or storm gar sh, anti-jet lag strategies in travellers. “In the days before you  y, you “Surprisingly, none of the strat- should be going to bed a bit later, may still be taken. egies that were based in science maybe half an hour; an hour later Research has revealed substantially improved jet lag,” in the three or four days before our southern gardie says Dr Bin. you even get on your  ight,” she stocks fell below ac- These studies examined the ef- said. ceptable levels following fects light exposure, physical ac- The researchers are also en- the marine heatwave of tivity, diet, chiropractic treatment, couraging airlines to take reduc- 2010/2011 and it is im- or a multifaceted intervention ing jet lag into account. In  ight portant to rebuild the to counteract jet lag under real- strategies for counteracting jetlag spread of age classes world conditions. could include a cabin lighting and in the population, which Light therapy – the concept of meal service schedule that helps can take several years. getting and avoiding light – is cur- passenger adapt to the destina- This popular little bill sh rently the best strategy for beating tion time zone, and measures to starts spawning at 12 jet lag. improve comfort, promote sleep, months and can live up “A lot of people go on inter- and reduce sleep deprivation. to 12 years. national  ights without thinking “With some in- ight manipula- So, no keeping south- about how they are going to ad- tion, it’s possible to ease the brain ern gardies in metro wa- Public health researcher just on the other end. They just and body into a new time zone ters for the near future at Dr Yu Sun Bin put up with it.” and reduce the fog and tiredness least. by Frank Smith She said we need to alter our of long-haul travel.” Some people aren’t body clocks for days and even “We’re very good at trying to aware that you don’t JET lag is the price we pay for weeks before even boarding the get light at the right times during need a recreational boat travelling to diﬀ erent time zones.  ight. the day, but what we’re not very  shing licence (RFBL) if Every traveller talks about it, but And then we need to keep do- good about is avoiding light when you are taking part in a it seems no one does anything ing that in  ight, along with avoid- it is supposed to be night-time —  shing activity for which about it. ing alcohol and drinking enough so things like looking at comput- you already hold a cur- This is about to change. water. ers, looking at your phones, all rent licence, such as Qantas and the University of The way you feel, the way you those things count as light input Herring, no worries, but southern gardies cannot be cray or abalone  shing. Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre function — mentally through to to the system. kept in metro waters for the time being. For example, if you al- are working together to develop bowel movements — is all ulti- “Getting out into the sunshine ready have a licence to an evidence-based approach to mately controlled by your body- at your destination is too little, too by Mike Roennfeldt that there is a total ban in  sh for crays and that is airline travel and health – before, clock. late,” she said. the only  shing activity “Basically, jet lag is a mismatch In the next stage of the research place on taking southern during and after the  ight experi- that is taking place on ence. between your body clock and the some passengers on the 17-hour SCHOOL holidays are gar sh in Perth’s metro time at your destination,” Dr Bin Perth to London route will be prime time for catching waters between 31 de- the boat, you don’t need Jet lag is caused by misalign- an RFBL. ment of the body clock (circadian said. asked to wear devices that re- bread and butter spe- grees south (just north of “So what you want to do is to cord physical activity, sleep and cies like herring and gar- Lancelin) and 33 degrees You also don’t need rhythm) as a result of travel across an RFBL if you are  sh- time zones and the resulting mis- try and shift your body clock to- posture changes, and to  ll out a dies in Perth waters and south (near Lake Pres- wards what the time should be questionnaire about their state of around the south west ton/Myalup). ing from a boat without match between a traveller’s circa- a motor, such as a row- dian rhythms and the time at the where you’re going.” mind and what they eat and drink coast. 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WA’sCARAVANNING GREAT • CAMPING • OutdoorsACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling The essence of WA’s north captured on canvas by Broome couple

track rider, a level-one riding coach and clerk- of-the-course at Broome racetrack. Working in the cattle yards, she regularly headed out in the bush. “It’s a life that I loved. I never thought of being creative or painting, until a friend with an art degree showed me how to prepare and use oil paints.” Betty has painted bucking horses and ro- From left to right; Aussie muster (Betty Rupe) - Broome artists Craig Rochford and Betty Rupe - Pearl divers (Craig Rochford) deos – popular subjects for art buyers – but says: by Lee Tate this unique niche of the Craig was born in and passion for his a riding school. Betty, don’t really like to do “I don’t favor that hard world. Broome, schooled with backyard, the Kimberley, an experienced stock commissions but I have side with art. I’m more PAINTED in remarkable The artists bring out just  ve non-Indigenous Craig became a com- rider and riding teacher, done some. It’s not about the soft side, the sense of accuracy, the essence of the stealth of the stock students and 350 Ab- mitted sculptor before turned to art – something what will sell. We don’t the romantic.” WA’s north – proud peo- rider, the lined face of the original kids. turning to brushes and she’d never contem- paint to sell but to ex- Craig’s subjects in- ples, outback life, Indig- pearl diver, Indigenous He knows them, oils and  nally opting to plated despite having an press what we want to clude popular tourist top- enous ways and breath- ways and the dust of the speaks their town-talk make art his primary ob- artist mother (Perth’s Di- paint and put on canvas.” ics: boabs, camels and taking beauty – is being cattle muster amid the  uently and knows and jective, supported by ca- ane Newton, 74, who still Craig says they are stairway-to-the-moon. captured on canvas by north’s luscious land- respects their ways. sual and part-time jobs paints). aware that what they “We paint what we feel two Broome artists. scape. Craig became a pearl like fruit-picking, melon A few years short of 50, have inside themselves and sometimes do com- In a town brimming These are all part of diver, working with the farming and commercial the couple juggle jobs to and all their local knowl- missions. There’s never with talented artists, Betty and Craig, in- last of the legendary recycling. support their three kids, edge, experience and feel enough time to keep up Betty Rupe and Craig grained in their self-con- Japanese hard-hat div- Craig met Perth-born 7, 12 and 14, and them- for the Kimberley should with everything. Rochford have rare, true sciousness and at their ers. Betty after she rode selves. be recorded, because “We’d be happy to insight into the fabric of core. With his knowledge into town and opened Caught-up in Broome’s younger artists may not have more exposure – property price explosion be able to relate it in the just to be well-known and when their rented home same insiders’ way. appreciated,” he said. Jacaranda Guest House Visit us online for more was sold, they were “Work is now second- Their  nished works A short walk to town centre, beach and the Busselton Jetty forced into a smaller ary to us. It supports the range from $200 for home in town. kids and us but the work prints to $5,500 for large- “I came to Broome at we do is just a means to scale originals. let’s go travelling 25, did some paintings an end,” he says. Betty says: “A lot of www.haveagonews.com.au and gave them away. Be- “About 50 per cent of people don’t know they cause of the interest here, what we sell pays for ma- are good artists but up I started selling, then terials.” here they are taken-in by SUMMER SPECIAL 20% OFF Mid Week Stays Joondalup Caravan Repairs exhibiting, entering art Betty says: “I like sub- the landscape and the Conditions apply. Not including Public Holidays competitions, displaying jects that make me go environment. It makes Centrally located in the town of Busselton, Jacaranda at Broome markets and ‘wow’. I have a strong you see things.” Guest House was the À rst guest house there in 1961. selling prints,” she said. connection with horses The couple’s home is a Nestled amongst English-style gardens with a BBQ and HAGN#322-051179 “When I came to from my time on stock tight  t for the three boys outdoor seating. Free continental breakfast served daily. Servicing • Repairs • Spare parts Broome, it was with my routes out of Wagga and themselves, plus ref- Ph 9751 5973 30 West Street, Busselton Insurance work • Accessories horse-riding business. Wagga droving, where erence material including Email: [email protected] Solar Systems • Alterations • Awnings I had 12 horses taking I had contact with ani- books, prints and photos. about six tourists to the mals. Craig says: “We have We also manufacture composite panels beach to walk, trot and “I love it all, everything. a great respect for each For all your Caravan, Motor home, or Camper canter. I love the smell of cow other and for the other’s ENJOY MAGNIFICENT SUNSETS trailer needs. Secure indoor accommodation “I sold the business poo.” personal space.” when I started painting Riding horses since Betty says: “Yes, we’re

if your van needs to spend the night. HAGN#322-051155 PHONE 9206 4933 – which was because I she was  ve, Betty was organised. I work on the had discovered the Kim- a child drover of cattle left side of the lounge Unit 13/21 Warman St, Neerabup WA 6031 berley. around stock routes. room. Craig works on the [email protected] “I paint for myself, I She became a registered right.” PAY 2 STAY 3 NIGHTS* The Man From Snowy River • Kalbarri Motor Hotel offers budget style Esperance Getaway accommodation with ocean views Clean, comfortable and affordable LOCALS decided to Experience some of • Located in the main part of town • Close to shops pay homage to the fa- the best Aussie bush • Short walk to river and beaches ATTRACTIVE SUMMER RATES! mous Man from Snowy poets and be enter- • Restaurant premises - mouth watering menu, Group bookings Asian cuisine and gourmet pizza *Excludes school holidays River poem in Corry- tained by the local HAGN#322-051307 HAGN#322-051369 ong on its 100th an- country folk, street pa- niversary in 1995. To- rades, rodeos and so day this has grown to much more on this truly a four-day festival that Aussie holiday with Vil- Ph: 9937 1000 31 DEMPSTER ST, ESPERANCE PH: 9071 1533 brings in people from la Carlotta Travel. Email: [email protected] all over the Other highlights of Email: [email protected] world. this seven-day holi- HAGN#322-050782

HAGN#322-050598 day include the XPT Escape to Australia's Natural CARAVAN rail journey from Mel- Ningaloo Double Beach PARK bourne to Albury, the Wonder...... Lake Hume Dam walk We are a very neat and and the famous Boggy Bed & Breakfastft tidy caravan park Creek Show in Tumbar- located 8kms south 3 spacious rooms with queen bed & own ensuite umba. But the shin- from the city centre Generous continental breakfast included ing light will be two full Christmas Island Free wireless internet of Geraldton Guest lounge, fridge & BBQ facilities • Greenough Rivermouth is one minutes walk from days at the Man from Plenty of parking for your car & boat on semi rural block the oѝ ce • Beach is 5 minutes walk • Free bbqs and Snowy River festival. 7 NIGHT PACKAGES FROM This property is not suitable for children under 10. camp kitchen facilities are available • Large laundry and Departing 1 April drying area. • Swimming pool • Tennis courts, large 2019 and starting from per person bird aviary with peaceful surrounds • Walk trail that runs $3165 per person twin $1925 *Conditions Apply along the river. • Oѝ ce and mini mart open 8.30am to share, you will be sure 5.30pm daily. Contact Lisa for further details & bespoke to  nd your own ‘high Fully self contained cabin and chalet accommodation country’ on this won- packages to secure your tropical getaway is also available. These have their own ensuites, derful journey. Free- M: 0439215667 Continental breakfast included kitchens and all linen is provided. Call 1800 066 272 or DISCOUNTED RATE WILL APPLY IF MORE THAN E: [email protected] 3 NIGHTS OR MORE ARE BOOKED. email holidays@villa. W: www.indianoceanexperiences.com.au com.au to book your 4 Hull Street, Cape Burnery WA 6532 spot now 10km south of Geraldton www.villa.com.au/

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WA’sCARAVANNING GREAT • CAMPING • OutdoorsACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling Marron season open in WA Cruise ship Vasco da Gama to showcase WA RECREATIONAL marron  shers are re- expected to  ock to popular camping Wallaroo (SA), which has minded to make sure they know the  sh- locations on the major south west fresh- never previously been ing rules for the marron season. water rivers and irrigation dams – includ- visited by any cruise line To ensure this highly-valued  shery ing the Wellington and Harvey dams and in the world. remains sustainable into the future, the the Blackwood and Moore river.” The ship off ers two season is limited to a four-week period Mr Harrison said the marron experi- gorgeous pools, the running until noon on Tuesday 5 Febru- ence could only be safeguarded by state-of-the-art Jade ary. careful management and  shers treat- Wellness Centre and Recreational marron  shers should ing marron stocks with a sense of per- Spa, a two-tiered theatre, know and must adhere to bag and size sonal responsibility and stewardship. and  ve inviting bars and lounges. Six dining ven- limits and use only legal  shing gear. “The limited four-week season and ues feature cuisine from A licence is required to  sh for marron. strict  shing rules makes the marron around the world and the As of this week, more than 10 thousand  shery one of the most carefully man- ‘Chef’s Table’ will provide individual recreational marron  shing li- aged recreational  sheries in Australia,” a degustation menu plus cences have been issued for the season he said. an insight into the work- ahead. Licences can be purchased on- “Make the most of the season but ings of the galley. line via www. sh.wa.gov.au. know the rules and adhere to bag lim- Vasco da Gama’s inau- Director of aquatic resource manage- its.” CRUISE & Maritime night Australia Day week- tinue on board Vasco da gural Australasian season ment, for the Department of Primary Fisheries offi cers will be in the  eld in- Voyages (CMV) will visit end escape, to exotic Gama, where guests can will coincide with CMV’s Industries and Regional Development, specting catches of marron,  shing gear seven Western Australian journeys to Southeast enjoy a greater choice of 10th year of operations in Nathan Harrison said  shing for mar- and licenses along with departmental ports – including its  rst Asia. Guest favourites facilities and dining ex- 2019. ron is an experience unique to Western education offi cers promoting sustain- call at Kuri Bay – as part such as Melbourne and periences in a stylish set- Cruise & Maritime Voy- Australia. able  shing. of its 2019/20 Austral- Semarang (Indonesia) will ting,” Mr Brazier said. ages accommodates “This popular freshwater crustacean is Anyone who notices suspicious  sh- asian season on board return to CMV’s itinerar- Vasco da Gama will couples, groups and only found in the southern half of WA,” ing activity is urged to report it by call- new ship Vasco da Gama. ies in 2019/20, as well as also cruise from Ad- solo travellers – Vasco da Mr Harrison said. “The opportunity to ing FishWatch on 1800 815 507. CMV expects 7,200 a grand 45-night voyage elaide, Sydney and Sin- Gama has 40 cabins re- catch marron in the wild is unique to More information, including catch and guests to travel on cruis- from Singapore to Lon- gapore. Other new des- served for guests travel- Western Australia. size limits and  shing areas, is available es departing Fremantle, don. tinations include Portland ling by themselves. “During the four-week season, in the marron recreational  shing guide where the ship will home- The ship accommo- (Vic), Phillip Island (Vic), Contact Bicton Travel on 9339 0177. large numbers of marron  shers are 2019 online at www. sh.wa.gov.au port for its inaugural dates up to 1,200 guests Sandakan (Borneo) and season. The cruise line per cruise as compared will showcase Australia’s with 550 on CMV’s As- HAGN#322-051363 north west with three vis- tor, which will  nish sail- its to Broome planned for ing in Australia over the Looking to Stay 2019/20 – two of which 2018/19 summer sea- New tours for the new year will be overnight stays. son. CMV will remain by the Sea? CMV Australia’s man- focussed on providing CWA of WA has affordable self-contained aging director, Dean Bra- the intimate service and AUSSIE Redback Tours zier, said: “Cruise & Mari- atmosphere that has be- accommodation available to the public. had a wonderful 2018, time Voyages has a high come its signature across and 2019 is shaping up Esperance Holiday Units 0419 096 039 level of repeat patronage the  eet. Albany Seaside Flats (08) 9841 1591 to be even bigger and so we wanted to off er a “Cruise & Maritime better. range of new options on Voyages’ renowned per- Busselton Holiday Units (08) 9754 2506 Owner, Sharon Kerst- board Vasco da Gama sonalised service and Jurien Bay Holiday Home 0405 674 182 ing says: “our 2019 bro- to accommodate the in- relaxed country-club chure is hot off the press creased demand for our style of cruising will con- or call State Office on (08) 9321 6041 and is full of fantastic cruises. tours for the upcoming “Our 2019/20 itinerar- year. We have several ies will make compelling Quiet, comfy, lovely garden setting. day tours, if that’s your tourist regions such as fancy, and 22 extended Free WiÀ . Fully self-contained

Australia’s north west, HAGN#322-050930 well-equipped units. tours. Some of the tours Kim and Jillian Beale at Esperance Stonehenge Coral Coast, Australia’s are new, and others are PORT DENISON Only a 2 min walk to beach and Marina. © Paul Goldie south west and South- our old faithfuls which east Asia more acces- above tours, or if you tact Aussie Redback COACH PICK-UP AVAILABLE never disappoint.” sible and more aﬀ ordable WEEKLY RATE $500 p/c unit, One of the new tours would like to receive Tours on 1300 662 026 or email aussieredback for guests to experience.” $600 p/c chalet $10 extras for 2019 is the Boyup your very own copy of Vasco da Gama cruises Brook Country Music the 2019 brochure, con- [email protected]. will range from a two- Festival in February. This HAGN#322-050628 Ph 9927 2177 year the guest artist is Email: [email protected] Beccy Cole who should attract a big crowd. Visit www.lazylobster.net.au To top it oﬀ on Sunday night Aussie Redback Tours will have their own guest artist, Donna At- Family Holiday Park Use your FREE TransWA kins, performing at their camp. Donna is original- only 1 hour from Perth ly from Albany WA, and bus pass or drive to the has been in the country music industry for a We cater for all, as we have cabins, cottages, glamping tents, caravan/ KALBARRI BEACH RESORT number of years, writing tents sites and beautiful natural unpowered sites all in bush setting. and producing her own songs and music. She We are two minutes drive to the lake where you can swim, has also performed at enjoy water sports, relax and even camp the night under the stars. the Tamworth Country Music Festival, so Sun- Come and see us, we look forward to meeting our old and new friends. day night is going to be a hoot. The tour will be ac- 147 Invarell Road, Waroona Ph: 9733 3000 commodated in a ready- Email: [email protected] www.navarino.com.au erected camp, with full camp setup and a camp kitchen. Also, this year Aussie Redback Tours will be conducting a  ve-day DRUMMOND COVE trip to Esperance and Bremer Bay at Easter. $ This tour already has 99 HOLIDAY PARK * bookings, so don’t miss per night out. SPECIAL *Stay min 2 NIGHTS to receive By request Aus- FREE Kui Membership (value $32) Minimum 3 night stay sie Redback Tours have DISCOUNT10% including 10% discount also included a 13-day *Offer expires 28 February 2019 HAGN#322-050679 trip to Cape York and Thursday Island in Au- • Self contained park homes BOOKINGS gust. If you’ve ever • Large caravan/camping sites wanted to visit the most • Shop/Liquor store northern tip of Australia, • Swimming pool/dogs allowed 9937 1061 HAGN#322-050390 now is your time to do it. Panoramic Ocean Views www.kalbarribeachresort.com.au 1633 NW Coastal Hwy, Buller 6532 Offer valid 01/12/18 to 28/02/19. The tour is fully accom- Conditions apply. modated (no camping) -10 mins North of Geraldton Surcharge applies during WA School & Public Holidays. and will  ll up fast. Nestled in tranquil bushland Redeem your TransWA Pensioner Annual Free Trip Voucher for Regional Public Transport If you would like to Phone Anne & Dave 9938 2524 Your TransWA driver stays at this resort with you! know more about the Web: www.drummondcove.com Email: [email protected] 28 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019

WA’sCARAVANNING GREAT • CAMPING • OutdoorsACCOMMODATION let’s go travelling WA travel tactics: our travelling scribe gives you the best tips Payne’s Find, Mount Mag- net, Cue and Meekatharra. In planning, interstate and overseas tourists will get a better idea of our vast distances if they check-out places on a map before they make concrete plans. As motorists, they will need to take precautions, including carrying water, but unless they’re heading (dangerously) oﬀ the beaten tracks, they will  nd WA reasonably-stocked with supermarkets, service stations, camping ar- From left to right; Lee Tate  ling a story - boab tree makes an impact - camel rides on Cable Beach eas and providers. Top-up your fuel tank by Numbat, our travelling much time it takes to see want to spend at each plans. to get an idea and then do you want to hug the when the needle drops scribe the many diverse WA at- place? Peak periods are heav- book ahead. long, luscious coast or below half. tractions they’ve heard For example: To drive ily-booked so planning Step 4. How rough or tackle the isolated inland Quick trips to WA are WHAT do you tell peo- about. to Broome, allow at least and booking a year ahead luxuriously do you want road with its fascinating  ne if you know what you ple from interstate and They want to see three days just to get there is advisable. to travel and sleep? With towns and wandering ani- want to see and have the overseas phoning to ask Rotto’s quokkas… feed and at least three times Step 3. How much the advent of eco-retreats mals? Or do both – motor budget to  y into and over about travelling to WA’s Monkey Mia’s dolphins… that to see the places en money do you want to and accommodation un- up the coast on Highway towns and attractions and north? take a quick trip to Mar- route like Geraldton, Car- spend? High season der tents or tin and up- 1 and return inland on the book established tour Interest in our amazing garet River wineries… narvon and Port Hedland. means high prices, espe- market resorts, you need Great Northern Highway. leaders with their all-pur- north is swelling and is and see the Pinnacles all Step 2. When do you cially for accommodation to decde your wants in Premium coastal plac- pose, oﬀ -road vehicles. only going to get bigger. in one weekend. Tourists want to come? Our win- and transport. advance. It makes it eas- es include Geraldton, Extensive travel in our But due to WA’s enor- would do better to narrow ter, June-September, is Seeing some of the ier to plot and plan and Exmouth and Ningaloo north won’t be cheap, mous size, considerable down their bucket lists recommended for per- amazing sights of the budget. Reef, Eighty Mile Beach, but it will be well worth it. planning should go into rather than darting over fect, warm weather but north and north-west – Step 5. What are your Broome, Karijini National WA is unique in Australia; holidaying here, even by our vast territory. that is the peak travel sea- horizontal falls (ocean priority destinations? Park and, further north, unique in the world. West Aussies heading If you only have a week son up north and prices tides), Ningaloo Reef and You’ll need at least a Kununurra with sensa- To have a successful north for the  rst time. or two, you will see more are higher. Come at any whale sharks, coastal and few days sight-seeing in tional river cruises along WA trip, tourists should Step 1. How much of the north by  ying there other time and you face inland cruises and tours Perth-Fremantle before the Ord. apply the three Ps: Plan, time do you have? from Perth. If you’ve got risky, perhaps danger- – are not cheap, but well heading to distant desti- Historical places worth plan, plan. Tourists commonly weeks and want to drive, ous weather conditions worth it. Check with a few nations. taking a take a break for We await you with open vastly underestimate how how much time do you that may spoil your travel operators online or phone Travelling north by road, on the inland road include arms.

let’s go travelling The Leeuwin Concert 2019 features Paul Kelly ICONIC Australian singer, songwriter and musician, Paul Visit us online www.haveagonews.com.au Kelly will headline the 35th annual Leeuwin Concert in Margaret River, on Saturday 9 March. HAGN#322-051367 Inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 1997, Paul Kelly has recorded more than 21 studio albums, two live albums and several  lm soundtracks in an in uential musical career spanning over thirty years. His sellout live performances, including 2017’s spectacular Sydney Opera House forecourts concert, receive outstanding reviews. Paul Kelly’s extensive songbook features hits that are  rmly lodged in the Australian psyche including Before Too Long, To Her Door, Darling It Hurts and From Little Things Big Things Grow. The 2019 Leeuwin Concert will also feature the Art Se- ries Marquee party, whilst picnickers will enjoy the traditional post-concert arena party with dancing to the music of The Milford Street Shakers. The tradition of the Leeuwin Concerts began in 1985 when Leeuwin Estate provided  nancial support for the KALBARRI EDGE RESORT London Philharmonic Orchestra’s Australian tour. De-

HAGN#321-051398 scribed as ‘the most extraordinary concert ever held in Australia’, the Leeuwin Concert Series now enjoys a 34- year history. The concerts have featured an eclectic mix of the world’s  nest musicians and entertainers including Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Sting, Roxy Music, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, James Galway, Diana Ross, John Farnham, Jackson Browne, Carole King, Diana Krall, Chris Isaak and James Taylor. A highlight in Australia’s social and cultural calendar, visitors from across Australia and abroad make the pilgrim- age to the Margaret River vineyard, attired in anything from top hats to t-shirts. As the sun sets over a majestic backdrop of karri forest and music  lls the natural amphitheatre, Leeuwin’s fa- 3 NIGHT GETAWAY mous kookaburras commence their cackling chorus to the FOR TWO PEOPLE amusement of guests and entertainers alike. Tickets on sale now from www.leeuwinestate.com.au. $ * Prices start at $135 available on events.ticketbooth.com. 459 au/event/paul-kelly-2019-leeuwin/listing FREE restaurant breakfast daily FREE courtesy coach pick up FREE upgrade to spa suite. Min 2 persons Two Tasmanian adventures FREE bottle of WA wine on arrival VILLA Carlotta Travel has and Launceston is a little *conditions apply two amazing holidays fea- more relaxed. It gives you turing the best parts of the just two hotel changes Apple Isle. First up is the and lets you enjoy great Grand Tasmanian Experi- touring days. In the north ence. And it’s just that, all enjoy a cruise on the the iconic parts of Tassie Tamar River and see the are on show including Cataract Gorge up close, Hobart, Launceston, Stra- visit Evandale, Bricken- han, Cradle Mountain, don and Deloraine. In Port Arthur, Beacons eld, the south, explore Bruny Richmond and the Huon Island, the famous Sala- Valley to name a few. manca Markets and Port Choose your departure Arthur. BOOK NOW date from either 1 March Departing 22 March www.kalbarriedge.com.au or 5 April 2019. This holi- 2019, this 11-day tour [email protected] day starts from $6525 per starts from $5355 per per- person twin share. son twin share. FreeCall 1800 286 155 Villa’s Best of Hobart 1800 066 272 to book. VASCO DA GAMA’SA’S INAUGINAUGURALGUGUR 2019/20 SEASONON ONN SALSASSALELELE NONOWOWW

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ADVERTISING FEATURE let’s go travelling travel options for the mature west australian Exploring the Old Town of medieval Bratislava in Slovakia eight queens were crowned in museum upstairs. ing Victory Gates of white at the pool located near the this remarkable cathedral be- Primatial Palace Bratislava Castle. It is decorat- bar. You can also play a game tween 1563 and 1830. This pretty pink palace was ed with military sculptures and of beach volleyball in the sand. City Museum built in 1778 for Archbishop provides incredible views of National Theatre In the gracefully refurbished József Batthyány. Today, you the city stretching below. The For something special, Bratislava City Museum I can experience the historical oldest part still standing is the catch an evening opera per- learned about some of the grandeur of the palace by vis- Crown Tower that dates back formance at the Old Building city’s history. There is a cha- iting the second  oor with its to the 13th Century. You can of the Slovak National The- pel dedicated to a Hungarian stunning Hall Of Mirrors. If you also stroll through the baroque atre in the centre of the Old king and a map of Vienna from don’t want to go in, take a seat gardens and enjoy a beer or Town. The Neo-Renaissance 1430 showed Bratislava as al- in the small square in front of coff ee at a picturesque cafe building exudes old-fash- most a suburb of the Austrian the palace and view the build- overlooking the Old Town. ioned charm and dates to capital. With the Turkish oc- ing topped with statues of al- The Blue Church 1886. cupation of much of Hungary legorical  gures. This nice church is very Devin Castle after 1526, Bratislava served Michael’s Gate blue. Even the roof tiles are You can drive to Devin as the Hungarian capital for Originally built in the 14th blue. With a fabulous art nou- Castle in under half an hour some three centuries. century, many modi cations veau facade featuring  owers by car, or in the summer Old Town Hall have been made to the gate and whimsical white details, months you can take a boat The Old Town Hall © Phensri Rutledge Bratislava’s Old Town Hall over time. The tower now the church is just outside the trip along the Danube. The by Len Rutledge the main appeal, so my wife complex dates back to the houses Bratislava’s Museum Old Town but is well worth ruined cliff -top castle itself is and I spent most of our time 14th century, making it one of Arms. We climbed the 110 seeking out. impressive. Visit the Maiden ATMOSPHERIC churches, exploring the cobbled pedes- of the oldest stone build- steps leading up to the top of UFO Observation Deck and Tower, separated from the cool new cafes, quirky muse- trian streets and hotchpotch ings still standing in the Old the tower which was part of Restaurant main castle and balanced on ums and statues, and all the buildings that make up this Town. Climbing to the top the original city forti cations This is so called because a lone rock. cobbled-fairytale beauty of area. There are a variety of of the clock tower (which and the only bit remaining. it’s set in a spaceship shaped FAST FACTS your typical medieval Europe- lovely little shops, cafes and dates back to 1370) provides Statues building on the pylons of the Visitors should consider the an city are hallmarks of central eateries, and every so often a panoramic view over the Bratislava has a few funny SNP Bridge 95m above the Bratislava Card which gives Bratislava, Slovakia. This is an we come across a beautiful main square and Old Town. statues with Cumil by far the Danube. The views are spec- free admission to 14 museums intimate, easy-to-navigate city church or spacious square. The Apponyi Palace next most famous. It is a bronze tacular, particularly at sunset. and galleries, a free one-hour of around half a million inhabit- St. Martin’s Cathedral to the Old Town Hall has a representation of a man who In summer you can join the walking city tour in English held ants. It is one of the youngest This Gothic-style building Museum of Viniculture. Pay is working in the sewers and locals nearby at Magio Beach, daily at 2pm, and unlimited capitals in Europe, but it is ac- was built in its current form in a fee and a sommelier will has just popped his head up a public area, with imported travel on the public transport tually a city with a long history. 1452 and features stunning make recommendations to get some fresh air. sand and a fun atmosphere on network in all zones in Bratisla- As with most European cit- Gothic stained glass windows. about which wines to try. Bratislava Castle sunny days. You can’t swim in va and the Bratislava Region. A ies, it is the Old Town that has Eleven Hungarian kings and There is also a period rooms We walked to the impos- the Danube, but you can swim one-day card costs 15 euros. Fly, stay and cruise - all in one fabulous holiday. 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HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 33 Retire in Style ADVERTISING FEATURE Downsize your home and upsize your super – the ins and outs of the  nancial side of downsizing… maximum contribution of aged pension. Moreover Also you can have only Their house is far too but their account based $300,000 each. it costs money to prepare one bite at the cherry. You big for them to manage pension will increase to This is not aff ected by your property for sale, pay can only make the down- comfortably as they get $23,520, making a total the existing contributions real estate commission, sizer contribution once in older and the council income of $51,129. cap or the limit on total removal costs and stamp your lifetime. rates are a considerable So downsizing has superannuation balance duty on your new proper- It is important to do burden, especially as the added $5589 to their pre- of $1.6 million and there is ty if you buy one. your sums  rst, so let’s State Government has tax annual income. no work test or age limit. Other restrictions are look at a hypotheti- capped seniors’ conces- Is it worthwhile? That And income from your that you have only 90 cal couple considering sion at $750. depends on their needs super fund, unlike money days from receipt of your downsizing. Let’s say they sell their and the less tangible invested elsewhere is tax- sale proceeds (usually Arthur (75) and Beryl home for $850,000 and advantages of downsiz- free. settlement date) to invest (68) live in a four-bedroom purchase a retirement ing such as less main- Of course nothing the in your super. In contrast house in an affl uent sub- unit for $500,000. That tenance, smaller garden government sets out is Centrelink allow you to urb that they bought over leaves them $350,000 and lower rates. Only all that simple. There are quarantine sale proceeds 20 years ago while still to invest, less real estate Arthur and Beryl can de- forms to  ll in and legal of your home for up to having children at home. commission of $42,500, cide. Is it worthwhile to downsize your home... minutiae to observe, so it 12 months for asset test They have $300,000 in stamp duty of $18,000 For more information will pay to get profession- purposes. The Australian their super fund. Their in- and removal expenses of on contributing proceeds by Frank Smith your super fund of up to al advice on the way. Taxation Offi ce may al- come is the age pension $1500 leaving $288,000. of downsizing to your su- $300,000 ($600,00 for The bad news is that low a longer period than of $33,540 and $12,000 Added to their existing perannuation contact the DOWNSIZING can have a couple) from the pro- Centrelink uses your in- 90 days because of cir- per year account-based super will bring the asset ATO for a copy of their many advantages for old- ceeds of sale and you creased superannuation cumstances outside your pension from their super total to $588,000. This will factsheet 75064 Con- er people – less work and don’t have to buy a new in calculating the assets control, but you need to fund; total $45,540 before reduce their age pension tributing the proceeds of maintenance, easier life- house. So you could, if and income tests for the apply for this extension. tax. to $27,609 per annum, downsizing to super. style, lower running costs, you wanted, move into more money to spend on another property you own holidays or in-home sup- if you have one, go into port – but a signi cant a rental property, a retire-

KINGSLEY RETIREMENT VILLAGE HAGN#322-051116 advantage has only been ment village lease-for-life, available since August a granny  at, or even be- last year. come a permanent grey 186 Twickenham Drive, Kingsley If you have owned your nomad. own home for ten years Even if only one person and are over 65 you can of a couple is on the title make a contribution to both can make up to the AMAZING VALUE from $249,000 HOME OPEN Ocean Gardens is changing Sunday 2PM-2.45PM views on village life Kingsley Retirement Village provides comfort, security and companionship in a pleasant, relaxed environment in the prestigious suburb of Kingsley.

The village is divided into exclusive cul de sacs with individual features and landscaped gardens.

Your beautiful 2 bedroom home HOW do you know when it’s time to make the will offer you freedom and security move to a retirement village? Most people go without restricting your lifestyle. through a one to three-year journey of con icting thoughts and emotions to decide whether they’re ready. Active social club with weekly Ocean Gardens general manager Phil Simich functions and events says this is a natural process. “It takes time for us to realise that change is something to be enjoyed, not endured. What we were seeing was a lot of fear – fear of moving away from family, fear of lost independence, fear LEEMING RETIREMENT VILLAGE of becoming a number. “Yet the research points towards village life actually having the opposite eff ect. Theakston Green, Leeming “With 91 per cent of residents stating they experience the same or higher level of social life after their move, we knew we had the chance to create something special.” AMAZING VALUE from $260,000 Mr Simich explained that Ocean Gardens was set up to provide a place where residents are free to be themselves. “In many ways, our location in City Beach with HOME OPEN Sunday 12.30PM-1PM 180 degree ocean views is symbolic of our purpose – to change the way you view life’s next stage. Everything is designed to feel like home, yet surrounded by likeminded people who embrace happier, healthier lifestyles. “Our  rst class facilities bring people together, from the on-site restaurant to the state-of-the-art 20 metre swimming pool and cabana, a popular place where residents go to relax, unwind, swim and socialise. “And we’re always organising social group outings, from casual afternoon teas to walking groups, winery tours and special event outings like Sculptures by the Sea. Our Hands-On Shed Beautifully presented strata titled villas available amongst manicured is also a village favourite, where residents can roll gardens. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom with new carpets and paint. up the sleeves and hone their skills in good company.” Walk to Bullcreek Shops. Close to Village Centre with lots of activities This commitment to connection and active liv- including bingo, crafts, social club dinners and more. Low strata levies. ing  ows through the entire village, perhaps best embodied by the dedicated Wellness Centre. With a multi-faceted wellness program designed around the seven dimensions of wellness, residents are encouraged to ‘live your life, forget your age’. Rhett Marron 0421 631 116 “With greater con dence in yourself, you’re more willing to do more or try new things – that’s [email protected] what motivates us here at Ocean Gardens.” With units, villas and apartments starting from www.marron.com.au $445,000, perhaps it’s time to change your view. 34 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 Retire in Style ADVERTISING FEATURE Retirement? Never been busier - take it from a retiree by Lee Tate ties, for example. Have something during your You won’t want to get under week to go to, something regular START your retirement with a bang, each other’s feet or be con ned to if possible. Something to get out of not a whimper. the house, no matter what disabili- bed for, somewhere to meet peo- How many times have you heard ty you might have. For the good of ple. of someone falling ill – or worse – your health, you must get out. But be warned; it probably won’t shortly after quitting work, before Inevitably, your focus will be on be easy. Anyone can join a club but being able to enjoy their long-await- your hip pocket and purse. Even is it really the right one for you? Can ed retirement? well-feathered retirees will be con- you mix comfortably with the peo- Take your longed-for adventure scious that the money  ow has ple in that club? If not try another. as soon as you can after winding-up slowed and will be reluctant to Your local community will have at work. Planning the trip before re- splash-out. off erings. But is it right for you? tirement will give you something to The B-word. Budgets may have Don’t feel obliged. Take your time. aim for – something to look forward largely escaped you until now. But Don’t get locked-in. Make at least a to – to take the edge off your abrupt never has it been more important to few visits before committing. change-of-life. prioritise spending. Volunteering puts a smile on Take plenty of time to properly Travel ranks hugely in retirees’ many retirees’ faces. They are plan for your retirement adventure, minds: ship cruises, escorted making a contribution and there are taking into account travel insur- tours, caravan capers, walks, bus networks set-up to  nd and place ance, overall health cover, seasonal and train trips. volunteers. travel discounts and family-related Some retirees fall into the trap They drive golf buggies to shift issues. Make a will. of becoming tight – scoring the patients around hospitals, they Health, money and family mat- cheapest tour of Europe for the ‘man the fort’ at community and ters are priority issues. You should dream adventure. Watching the sports events, they help out at come to grips with them as a retir- world go by through sleet, snow schools and mentor troubled youth. You are going to be busy in retirement – if you do it properly and plan ee. and rain. No thanks. There are lectures, higher educa- Couples should communicate at On the other hand the high sea- tion courses, community talks and

HAGN#322-050663 length on their dream adventure: son may be a crowd-crushing libraries. All are worth pursuing and exactly what do each of you want nightmare in many countries and is if, like most retirees, you’ve barely and expect from the trip? You don’t best avoided, so look for shoulder visited these places, you’re in for a want to be dragged along by your seasons. pleasant surprise. partner, becoming a mere observer Give yourselves the best chance Libraries with books you’ve nev- Aff ordable to her shopping or to his pub ex- of good weather even if it costs a er read but thought about, DVDs, peditions. bit more. Otherwise the amount specialist magazines, newspapers A good, long adventure (it’s not you’ve spent will be a wasted, or from interstate and overseas all a holiday now – you’re retired) will your enjoyment level will plummet. await you. Free. Computers are give you time to communicate with You are going to be busy in re- also widely available. Quality each other about the rest of your tirement – if you do it properly and The other key ingredient is phys- retirement days. Sharing home du- plan. ical activity. DISPLAY APARTMENT NOW OPEN Alchera Living’s new apartment complex, The Reserve 2 Bedrooms from $465,000 want to deal with the 3 Bedrooms from $580,000 on-going maintenance associated with larger, RETIREMENT APARTMENTS IN THE CITY OF MELVILLE older homes. They like the idea that retirement should be for living styl- ishly and easily, so they CALL DAVID GIBBONS TO LEARN MORE are looking for a new 0434 650 866 residence with quality [email protected]  nishings in a desirable thereserve.net.au location.” “We did our research and began planning The Reserve in The City SECURE YOUR of Melville to tick those APARTMENT boxes,” Mr Marshall ex- WITH A FULLY plained. REFUNDABLE Located in a prime po- Open plan living with a fabulous outlook sition overlooking Winna- $5,000 DEPOSIT cott Reserve, apartments AS we downsize for re- you settle is a fantastic a social environment and at The Reserve enjoy tirement, it can be a chal- opportunity to escape great amenities. stunning views over lenge to  nd a property the chores and commit- Alan Marshall, CEO open space. that is desirably located ments of a typical subur- of Alchera Living, noted “Exisiting amenities and easy to maintain, ban home. that there was growing coupled with the indoor while still being suited to Alchera Living’s lat- demand from retirees heated pool and gym un- either an active or relaxed est development, The for downsized properties der construction and its lifestyle. Reserve, is taking re- with high-quality spec- close walking distance to While this might seem tirement options to new i cations in well estab- bus routes,the local IGA, like a frustration you heights as they merge lished areas with existing doctors surgeries, cafes, would rather avoid, care- easy-maintenance and infrastructure. hairdresses and chemist, fully selecting where contemporary living with “Many retirees don’t ensure the residents can leave their car behind in the secure basement, whilst enjoying the local shopping precint,” Mr Conveniently located Marshall said. A HAGN#322-050460 Leave you car keys home with a wide range of shops and other facilities on RETIRE WELL Re-zoning and the in- the doorstep, including IGA, Cafes & Restaurant, Post Offi ce, Hairdresser,  ux of new development Pharmacy, multiple Health and Medical Centres, local Library and Community primes this precinct to Centre. 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Orana means 'welcome' 38 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 Retire in Style ADVERTISING FEATURE A home among the hills at Yallambee Retirement Village A hidden treasure in Gosnells “I thought this is us, this is exactly what we want. We went through the process and within six weeks we had moved in.” “I remember walking outside on our  rst morning and I could smell the gumtrees and bottlebrush and I felt like I was home,” she said. Set in the picturesque town of Mundaring, Yallam- bee combines the serenity of a natural setting with all the home comforts to create a relaxing place to live. Ideally located within walking distance to Mund- aring’s town centre and its shops, cafes, and library, the pet-friendly village features spacious common areas including a large function room that caters for a variety of social activities. Carole has always loved gardening and says the relaxing bush setting combined with the tended gardens is one of Yallambee’s standout features. “I love that I’m surrounded by big beautiful trees Carole Leonard and her dog Ruby at Baptistcare and have my own personal garden too. You are Yallambee Retirement Village amongst nature here with the trees, birds and the little bandicoots that come out in the evening.” THERE’S something special about the Perth’s Hills RIVERSIDE Gardens along with resort style anyone over 50 and region with its country charm, breathtaking views “I take my dog Ruby for a walk every day and admire all the beautiful gardens and lovely little mean- Estate in Gosnells is a facilities and 296 low ready to enhance their and array of native  ora and fauna. It’s a place few hidden treasure many maintenance homes. lifestyle, look no further would ever want to leave. dering paths,” she said. In 2017, Graham’s health declined and he moved do not know about. Their facilities are sec- than Riverside Gardens That was the case for Parkerville residents Carole It doesn’t give away ond to none, boasting Estate. and Graham Leonard who were looking to downsize into a residential aged facility where he could receive 24 hour care. What was a diﬃ cult and stressful time its secrets as you drive a large indoor heated For more information from their family home. past the entrance and pool, community hall, visit their website at Carole’s daughter-in-law had seen there was a for Carole became more manageable thanks to the close-knit community she had surrounding her at limestone walls on Al- bowling green, men’s www.riversidegardens- home for sale at Baptistcare Yallambee Retirement bany Highway. shed, putting green, estate.com.au or con- Village in Mundaring and encouraged Carole to take Yallambee. “I’ve made so many dear friends at Yallambee and The treasure is 17 golf driving range, tact the sales team on a look. On  rst inspection, Carole knew it was the hectares of beautifully vegetable garden and 9490 4793 to organise place she and Graham would call home. all the support I could need is just a phone call away. I feel so safe and secure here,” she said. landscaped gardens caravan storage. For a tour. HAGN#322-050682 Four years after making the move, Carole says she couldn’t be happier to call Yallambee home. “We have a lovely little community here and I nev- Mandurah retirees group forum Need help DOWNSIZING er get bored or lonely as there’s always someone to chat to or social activities I can choose to participate THE format for this month’s meeting of the Association of Independent Retir- or with a DECEASED ESTATE? in,” Carol said. ees Mandurah regional branch (AIR) will be that of a members’ forum. Organising and decluttering Baptistcare Yallambee Retirement Village compris- It is an opportunity for people to share their views and concerns and discuss es of 53 units, including 36 units under a lease for life Sorting and packing with others. contractual agreement. 17 units have a rental con- AIR meets on the fourth Monday of every month (except when that clashes Coordinating tractual agreement joint venture with the Department with a public holiday). Their next meeting will take place at 9.30am on Monday trades and services of Housing, for which conditions apply. 21 January at the Halls Head Bowling Club, 2 Sticks Boulevard, Erskine. For more information, call 1300 660 640 or go to Visitors are welcome to join the group and are invited to stay for morning tea. 0419 150 036 www.baptistcare.com.au/retirement-living/villages/ For enquiries please ring Eva Ilett on 9534 5215, or Sylvia Hodgkinson on yallambee-village/ www.lifestyleassistance.com.au 9527 2383. HAGN#322-051115

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But there was a time not so long ing  ve stages which will ago when the act of recording memories was a see obsolete facilities make way for state-of- far more intricate process. the art accommodation Weddings, birthdays and other special events and associated ameni- once had to be committed to VHS video tapes, ties. and before that we could only relive moments in The designer’s brief time via a projector loaded with 8 or 16mm  lm. is to: “deliver an aes- These formats may have become things of thetically pleasing and the past, but as technology advances so does multi-functional facility our capability to preserve these precious media. of signi cant presence, And that’s exactly what DiskBank is committed maximising land use and providing enduring at- to doing. traction to independent Proudly based in WA for more than twen- seniors.” ty years, DiskBank specialises in digital media THE new year has car parking. 86 architectually de- view a display unit to get NS Projects appointed production. With an appreciation for the old and brought a dramatic new It has been an excit- signed units with won- a feel of the high qual- Pritchard Francis to pro- the new, DiskBank uses old and new technolo- look to Rossmoyne ing journey over the past derful social amenities ity materials used, the vide structural and civil gy to off er a wide array of services including the with the completion of few years, as people such as a spa, sauna, layout which includes a engineering consultancy conversion of historic  lms, videos, images and Australis at Rossmoyne involved have watched swimming pool, activi- spacious balcony with services for Stage 1 of audio recordings into modern, digital  les. Waters, a multi-storey Australis take shape. ty rooms, lawn bowls, a superb views, well-ap- the project. By working tower incorporating se- Now that the building is café and much more. pointed rooms and qual- closely with the archi- As older formats are more prone to wear and nior living apartments, offi cially complete, it is Already, 72 units have ity  ttings. tect and the client, the tear, there is a high risk of these recordings be- associated amenities, time to unveil it to the been sold and, from Everything is on hand Pritchard Francis team coming damaged beyond repair. Following the administration facilities, public. Monday, 14 January, for comfortable no-fuss was able to raise the recent acquisition of a 2K transfer scanner, Disk- commercial space and Australis consists of prospective buyers can living and entertaining.  oor and minimise water Bank can now preserve such recordings in ul- Residents can rest easy table-related construc- tra-crisp high de nition that will last forever. in the knowledge that tion costs. 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...A NEW START YOUR LOCAL RETIREMENT DESTINATION 42 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019 GREAT HOME and GARDENING ADVERTISING FEATURE Avoid the summertime blues in your garden this new year with these tips

Left to right; Now is the time to plant tomatoes - conserve water in the garden with pine bark mulch - mulch vegie beds with pea straw or lupin to reduce weeds and cool roots - keep your lawn cool in summer by growing it a bit longer... by Colin Barlow Here are my tips to cues, games of cricket Try under-planting your them from the harsh sum- Naturalure, Natures Way apply a soil wetting agent help your garden  ourish or from cars parking on tomatoes with a myriad mer sun, which can make Fruit Fly Killer, Richgro on all the soil and pots CHRISTMAS has come this summertime. it, then it needs aerating. of diff erent colourful and things tough during the Naturally Based Fruit Fly in your garden. This will and gone and the new Lawns Use a garden fork or lawn scented varieties of ba- hot months. You can also and Ceratrap to help re- avoid wasting any wa- year is just beginning • Many lawns around the aerator to make holes in sil including sweet, lime, use 30-50 per cent shade duce fruit  y numbers. ter and improve plant with hot cross buns al- suburbs are looking a lit- the lawn to allow air and lemon, spicy globe, red cloth to shade your crops • At the end of February growth. Always wash any ready in the shops and tle brown after the short water to penetrate down rubin, purple ruffl es, cin- during this period. most stone fruit including spray off the leaf surface my cupboard at home, spells of hot days earlier into the lawns roots to namon, Thai, perennial • Feed your vegies fort- peaches, plums, nectar- to avoid the possibility of so Easter can’t be that in December. So  rst help relieve compaction. red and holy. If space is nightly to encourage ines, almonds and apri- burning during warmer far away either can it? check that your sprin- • Raise the height of restricted you can even quick and nutritious cots should be summer weather. The time for festive cel- klers are not blocked or your lawnmower to al- grow them in large pots healthy growth. Organic pruned to reduce their • Dead head geraniums ebrations and excesses restricted by grass stop- low the grass to grow a and containers. based fertilisers will help vigour and to shorten or and roses to encourage may be over, you may ping the heads from pop- little longer and shade • Mulch vegie beds with a to improve the soil struc- remove non-fruiting wa- further  owering. also be already back at ping up. An old steak the root system during layer of pea straw or lupin ture by feeding the soil tershoots. This will en- Indoor Plants work and the school hol- knife is perfect for cutting summer. This will keep it mulch to keep the plant microorganisms and the courage the formation of • Keep your plants in a idays are quickly passing around the sprinklers cooler and less prone to roots cool and to reduce plants at the same time, fruiting spurs to improve brightly lit spot for strong by, so it is time to give heads. Take the heads drought. weeds. so are perfect for growing yield and help to reduce summer growth but avoid you and your garden a off and  ush them if they • Keep your lawn well • Watch out for powdery vegies. the incidence of bacteri- placing them next to an little bit of love and atten- are not spraying eff ec- fed with a controlled mildew in humid condi- Fruit al canker particularly for unshaded north-fac- tion. tively. release fertiliser like tions on pumpkins, rock- • Tropical fruit such as apricots. ing window, which In summer it is best • A soil wetting agent Scotts Lawn Builder All melons, watermelons, mangoes, avocadoes, Garden may cause them to be to work in the garden should be used on your Purpose, Munns Golf cucumbers, zucchini and guava, paw paw and • Remove any dried damaged by the sun. during the cooler parts lawn during the summer. Course Green or Pow- squash. For small infesta- passionfruit will be grow- weeds to reduce the seed • Pot up fast growing of the day – during the Wait for a cool couple of erfeed LawnFeed to tions remove badly aff ect- ing rapidly now so feed load and new weeds for tropical plants with a pre- morning, late afternoon days and apply it during encourage your lawn to ed leaves and spray with regularly with a complete autumn. mium potting mix so that or early evening to avoid the early morning or late grow strongly during the Eco Fungicide, copper fertiliser every six to 12 • Move Christmas indoor the root system is well the hottest parts of the afternoon. Both granular warmer months and cov- oxychoride or Mancozeb. weeks to encourage plants such as hydran- established before winter. day. A little exercise and and liquid forms are ef- er any bare patches. • Every time that you ro- strong healthy and vigor- geas and poinsettias out- • Use sticky yellow traps fresh air may also help to fective but must be wa- Vegetable Patch tate your crops try to add ous growth. side in a partially shaded and a neem oil soil drench work off any extras kilos’ tered in thoroughly. • Plant tomatoes, capsi- in some more soil improv- • For shy  owering and spot to recover for next to deter the troublesome and improve your mental • If your lawn has suff ered cum, chillies, eggplant, er, compost or manure fruiting plants apply sul- year. fungus gnats. wellbeing, so it is de - damage and compaction cucumber, zucchini and and a little Bentonite clay phate of potash from • Spray newly planted • Mist your plants with a nitely worth the eff ort. from backyard barbe- heat loving basil, now. to hold extra nutrients and February onwards every or water sensitive plants spray bottle to increase moisture in the soil. two weeks for at least a like hydrangeas with humidity, decrease tran- • Cover your crops with month. Droughtshield to reduce spiration and deter spider fruit  y netting to help • Protect fruit from fruit  y stress and transpiration. mite. Alternatively place keep out pests including with fruit  y netting right Apply a seaweed tonic them on a tray of pebbles caterpillars, birds, and up until harvest. Use baits every two weeks to fur- or gravel with the level of ardens fruit  y. It will also protect and traps such as Eco ther reduce stress. water just below the top G from • Go out during the day of the stones. HAGN#322-049635 and test your sprinklers • Wash the leaves of your to ensure good coverage indoor plants with water Eden NO CALL and to spot damaged either with a bucket and Creators of Paradise OUT FEE heads, blockages or clean sponge or alterna- overgrown plants causing tively either wash them in

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And after the processes, ability to handle improving our social connec- who will deliver meals, do mail- age 64, social support needs thinking tasks, in ammation, tions, it makes sense when you ings and a variety of other ac- continue to decrease — with ability to regulate stress and consider the negative impact tivities. one in four over-65s living mental health, to name a few of loneliness not only on the He says it is surprising how alone — and emotional loneli- symptoms. individual, but also the wider small things can also be help- ness rates increased. A study of nearly 480,000 community. ful. A simple phone call once Just 11 per cent of older people over seven years by She said the solution isn’t a day from an adult child is people have a large friendship Finnish and UK researchers as simple as connecting lonely an opportunity to share things group they see at least once found that while loneliness did people with other people; rath- about the day or about grand- a month, while eight per cent not cause heart disease it in- er, it involves the establishment children. don’t see any friends regularly. creased the risk of death from of meaningful connections. Even better, video confer- About one  fth never or sel- a heart attack or stroke by 32 Most programs designed to encing via computer is easy dom have a relative available per cent after all other factors address loneliness rely heavily and cheap. You can actually to talk to. were accounted for. on connecting lonely people talk to and see your children A UK survey found that 38 This is greater than the risk with a rotating cast of strang- and grandchildren who might Loneliness is thought to be a social issue but also aff ects our health per cent of people with de- from obesity. ers who have volunteered. be on the other side of the mentia had lost friends after Loneliness also impacts on Researchers have found world. Pets can also reduce by Frank Smith younger people. their diagnosis, more than one sleep and feelings of anxiety. programs that provide social loneliness. While older Australians in in three people over 75 say In the UK loneliness has been opportunities as well as help- Dr Lim says a public health A SURVEY conducted by that study were less lonely their feelings of loneliness are found to be as destructive of ing the lonely person learn how campaign in Australia could Swinburne University and the than younger groups that’s no out of their control and 80 per health as smoking 15 ciga- to interact better with others address the health implications Australian Psychological Soci- always the case. cent of carers feel isolated or rettes a day are the most useful. of loneliness and recast mis- ety last year found that half of “The moment you hit illness, lonely as a result of looking af- So severe is the health threat Dr Jed Magen, professor of conceptions of loneliness as Australians feel lonely at least or your partner dies, or maybe ter a loved on. that the UK government has psychiatry at Michigan State a sign of vulnerability, fragility, one day a week, while one there’s a lot of health issues so Loneliness is a negative appointed Tracey Couch MP University (USA) says the cur- or weakness, occurring only in in four feel lonely for three or you can’t get out of the house, feeling that arises when some- as Minister for Loneliness and rently recommended treatment people who are physically iso- more days a week. it is a completely diff erent one’s social needs are unmet. the Australian government has for loneliness revolves around lated or old. The good news is that mar- game”, says Dr Michelle Lim People can feel alone, even if budgeted $46 million towards establishing social relation- Similar campaigns have ried Australians and those University of Swinburne psy- they’re surrounded by others, the community visitors scheme ships. been introduced in Denmark aged over 65 are the least chologist. if they’re not getting the right which is designed to reduce For older adults, joining the and the UK, with a national lonely. They have better psy- A Relationships Australia kind of company and support. loneliness in older adults. local senior centre is a way to initiative gathering momentum chological wellbeing, less so- study found that people aged While many people think of Writing in the Conversation, get involved in activities and here in Australia. cial interaction anxiety, fewer over 55 experienced decreas- loneliness as a social issue, it Dr Michelle Lim said: While it meet people. So is volunteer- With targeted solutions, we symptoms of depression and ing levels of social support and also aff ects our health. Loneli- may seem unusual to some to ing. Voluntary organisations are could improve feelings of lone- greater social interaction than emotional loneliness associat- ness negatively impacts brain have government take a role in always looking for older adults liness across all ages, she said. Stem cells to the rescue... Bidets offer peace of mind and luxury at home more adult stem cells to get well through natural BIDETS often have a reputation of off er features such as a heated seat gentle stream of warm air. heal their bodies natu- therapies. being expensive and require a total and soft closing lid, toilet paper is It can be ordered over the phone rally and she now travels She had practised plumbing re t in the bathroom. 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Cake decorating classes... opportunity to introduce from ECU School of and at Vic Park Connect. com Great variety of quilt classes at Homespun Meet friendly like- Homespun is located cal, interstate and inter- minded people in their 15 minutes south of national teachers and comfortable and well Perth city and 10 min- are particularly known equipped workroom. utes from Fremantle, for friendly service and Basic Piping Basic Cake Making Homespun off er and off er a great se- helpful advice. weekly classes which lection of high-quality Come visit the Home- 12 February - 5 March 11 February - 25 March run during school terms fabrics and haberdash- spun girls at a local 6pm-8pm 6pm-8pm (closed 4 March) and cater for beginners ery. They also sell Ja- quilty village. 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classes AND courses ADVERTISING FEATURE Chatter and laughter were ingredients for the Cocoa Christmas lunch by Rose Hope tre in Carlisle. I scarcely brightly wrapped sweets many memories. to Camp Quaranup at recognised the place as which just completed the The food was also Albany looking like a keg I THOUGHT that the it had been so beauti- picture. great. We began with on legs. school bus was noisy, fully transformed. The As old friends met up a small plate of nibbles Presents were ex- but you should have white table cloths were with new ones to cel- and the main was roast changed and my friend been at COCOA (Come an elegant backdrop for ebrate Christmas the turkey and roast vege- won the raffl e. Out Camping Older the wine goblets which exuberance reached fe- tables, followed by pud- What a great day it Adults) Club Christmas held folded green nap- ver pitch. ding and custard. was, COCOA club en- do. kins with red and white We were entertained In between that lot joys many trips away The noise of chat- lollipops the shape of by two beautiful women I managed to down a and social functions in ter and laughter was so miniature walking sticks dressed in the fashion couple of goblets of my between. If you would voluminous I though the dangling over the rims. of the forties and  fties favourite white wine. like to  nd out more roof might shatter. Scattered around the with full skirts belted With that and other about COCOA (they COCOA Christmas table were bon bons in at the waist. As they indulgences recently don’t do tents) then tele- lunch was held at the in brilliant colours and sang songs from that undertaken, in all likeli- phone Judy Hampson Rose Hope enjoying the lunch Harold Hawthorn Cen- little baskets containing era it brought back so hood I’ll be toddling off on 0450 735 415. Village Hub brings Stay Sharp to Vic Park There’s momentum in Morley THE Stay Sharp program is the latest addition to The program includes ballroom  t, line dancing, the wide range of courses and classes available to community choir, chair yoga, Tai Chi, drawing and in Morley today according people 55+ at Connect Village Hub in Victoria Park. photography. Members drive initiatives such as to the Australian census Running successfully since 2016 in East Perth, social cycling, discussion on sustainability issues, which are Vietnamese, Stay Sharp off ers an eccentric (resistance) exercise creative writing, book club and gardening. There is Italian, Indian, Malaysian program based on research by Prof Ken Nosaka weekly craft, walking group and community lunch- and Polish families. Pippa from ECU School of Medical and Health Sciences, es, with plenty of opportunity to socialise and make has incorporated tradition- and cognitive exercises developed by Dr Jenny al costumes of those  ve friends. cultures into this mural. Brockis, author of Future Brain. Gold membership to the Village Hub is aff ordable Each costume has been Stay Sharp is the perfect addition to the Village at only $240 per year with unlimited free classes researched and combines Hub, an innovative program that is changing the and courses, including Stay Sharp. Silver ($120 – modern and traditional de- face of ageing by off ering people opportunities to one course free per term) and bronze memberships tails. As the mural is paint- connect, be active, develop their interests and con- are also available. ed on indigenous land, tribute to community. 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It is range of summer special day cours- casting with colour utilising liquid through artistic, cultural Costarella and Linney’s, an acknowledgement of es for adults who would like to learn clay and a Bezel set ring in a day. and environmental initia- Pippa took a step away what has been before and how to be more creative. On Sunday 27 January there is a tives. from commercial work to is now, and provides a vi- On Saturday 19 January it has a hand painted silk scarf course using With the help of the City focus on the  ne art side of sion for harmonious living variety of courses including make a range of simple methods and a of Bayswater, The Mor- her business. After holding in this wonderful area for a silver bangle in a day which of- day on the wheel where participants ley Momentum activates four sell-out solo shows the future. fers jewellery making techniques. will have an introduction to the pot- spaces, engage local art- and launching her website Thanks to Dulux’s Mor- If weaving is your thing, a weaving tery wheel. ists and brings the com- with accompanying print ley Inspirations Paint store the recycled course uses a variety of Fremantle Arts Centre is located munity together. store, Pippa’s work is cur- on Russell Street for sup- used materials to make baskets. For at 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle. Working professionally rently exhibited at Studio porting the vision by sup- those who would like explore water There is a cost for each course since 2003, Pippa McMa- 281 Gallery in Maylands. pling paints and materials colour painting there is a day course and more information and bookings nus has emerged as one Pippa McManus lives in to make this mural a reality available as well. can be made at www.fac.org.au or of Australia’s leading fash- Morley and has collabo- and to the City of Bayswa- On Sunday 20 January there will call 9432 9555. ion illustrators. Her fash- rated with The Morley Mo- ter for logistical, adminis- ion obsession has taken mentum to create a vibrant trative and  nancial sup- her to all major fashion mural that re ects the local port. festivals across the world community at 2 -16 Bish- Contact The Morley Who will look after your cat when you are gone? along with being invited op Street in Morley. 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SMASH-HIT LA SOIRÉE returns to Fringe World to replace Club Swizzle

DIRECT from London’s West ever. The trailblazing, multi- unparalleled strength and spec- wheel; and the powerful and End, the award-winning smash award-winning show that broke tacular skill of Mallakhamb India fearless Will Underwood on Chi- hit from Fringe World 2015 all the rules, captured the world’s on Indian Pole with duo Rajesh nese pole. through 2017, La Soirée is back. imagination and rede ned con- Amrale and Aakash Pilwalkar. And there’s more to come! Fringe World Festival direc- temporary cabaret takes up res- Performing seriously danger- After three sell-out seasons at tor Amber Hasler said that the idence this summer at the iconic ous tricks in front of live audienc- Fringe World, the La Soiree 2019 opportunity to bring back the Ice Cream Factory from 17 Jan- es is par for the course for Fratelli season is guaranteed to be the Fringe favourite was too good to uary. Rossi, acrobatic brothers Alejan- most spectacular one yet. pass up. Joyous, celebratory, jaw-drop- dro and Ricardo Rossi. La Soirée is at The Ice Cream “What a wonderful New Year’s ping and downright unmissable, Lucky Hell is one of the most Factory, 17-20, 22-27 January, present to get another serving of La Soirée 2019 features a roll call revered sword swallowers of 29-31. 1-3, 5-10, 12-17, 19-24, all the razzle dazzle in La Soirée. of international artists in an as- our time, a combination of high 26-28 February and 1-3 March This show is pure Fringe fare; tonishing and wildly entertaining glamour and unbelievable skill. at various times. Tickets from it’s joyous, celebratory, hilarious, line-up. The wickedly sultry Carla Lip- $35. Please note on Satur- cheeky, irreverent and at times Cabaret Decadanse from pis brings her  erce brand of day, 26 January there is a spe- quite saucy and slightly twisted,” Montreal is a sassy, sexy and rock ’n’ roll swagger to the stage. cial post- reworks Australia Day Ms Hasler said. hilarious puppet feast for adults There will be acrobatic may- show at 9.30pm. La Soirée replaces Club Swiz- in which the puppeteers An- hem in store with an incredible Club Swizzle ticket holders zle at Fringe World, which due to dré-Anne Leblanc and Colin St- powerhouse trio: Ben Lewis will be honoured with La Soirée unforeseen circumstances is no Cyr-Duhamel are as mesmeris- exhibits his dazzling display of tickets. longer in the Festival. ing as the puppets themselves. strength in a sexy strap routine; The full 2019 Fringe World Fes- Fratelli Rossi, acrobatic brothers La Soirée returns – reimag- Straight from the streets of the dynamic and daring Will tival program is on sale at www. Alejandro and Ricardo Rossi ined, bigger and bolder than Mumbai, be astounded by the Meager on the astonishing cyr fringeworld.com.au

The turbulent life of Mary Stuart comes to the screen Don’t miss an evening with The Manhattan Transfer Transfer were formed MARY, Queen of Scots explores the turbulent life of the charismatic Mary Stuart. in New York City by Tim Queen of France at 16 and widowed at 18, Mary de es pressure to remarry. In- Hauser. The current stead, she returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. group, including origi- But Scotland and England fall under the rule of the compelling Elizabeth I. Each nal members Alan Paul young Queen beholds her ‘sister’ in fear and fascination. Rivals in power and in love, and female rulers in a masculine world, the two must decide how to play the and Janis Seigel along game of marriage versus independence. Determined to rule as much more than with long standing a  gurehead, Mary asserts her claim to the English throne, threatening Elizabeth’s member Cheryl Ben- sovereignty. Betrayal, rebellion, and conspiracies within each court imperil both tyne, and newcomer thrones – and change the course of history. Universal Pictures © Trist Curless, continue In cinemas 17 January. the tradition of harmon- WIN WIN WIN ising brilliance. We have  ve double passes to giveaway to some lucky readers. To be in THE undisputed lead- the draw simply email [email protected] with Mary in the subject The Boy From New They promise to take line or call the oﬃ ce during business hours on 9227 8283. Competition clos- ers of vocal harmony York City and many you through an incred- es 17/1/19. groups, The Manhat- more. The show will ible musical journey tan Transfer will play at feature the group’s with a diverse range of the Regal Theatre on 2 vocal virtuosity and hits that in uenced the Hugh Jackman stars in the political drama The Front Runner March. musical versatility as generation of the mod- Winners of 10 presti- they cover most styles ern vocal quartet. charismatic politician Donna Rice. Bai, and produced by gious Grammy awards, including jazz, rhythm For bookings or fur- Gary Hart for Academy As tabloid journalism Jason Reitman, Helen they will be singing all and blues, pop, rock ‘n’ ther information visit Award-nominated direc- and political journal- Estabrook, and Aaron L. their worldwide hits in- roll and swing. www.astortheatrep tor Jason Reitman in the ism merged for the  rst Gilbert. cluding , It has been 40 years new thrilling drama The time, Senator Hart was In cinemas 24 Janu- Birdland Route erth.com, phone 9370 Front Runner. forced to drop out of the ary. 66, Chanson D’Amour, since The Manhattan 1777 or 132 849. The  lm follows the race – events that left a WIN WIN WIN rise and fall of Senator profound and lasting im- We have 10 double Hart, who captured the pact on American poli- passes to giveaway to imagination of young tics and the world stage. some lucky readers. voters and was consid- Also starring Vera To be in the draw sim- ART for ALL ered the overwhelming Farmiga, J.K. Simmons ply email win@havea front runner for the 1988 and Alfred Molina, The gonews.com.au with January 12 - 25 Democratic presidential Front Runner is written Front in the subject nomination when his by Matt Bai, Jay Car- line or call the oﬃ ce Check website for our Summer School, campaign was sidelined son and Jason Reitman, during business hours “Inspirations - A Journey into Art”. OSCAR nominee Hugh by the story of an extra- based on the book All on 9227 8283. Compe- 13 popular artists are running 21 Jackman stars as the marital relationship with the Truth is Out by Matt tition closes 20/1/19. exciting workshops from 2-hours to 4-days. Plus School holiday activities each Liam Neeson stars in action thriller Cold Pursuit weekday from 10am-12noon. Check website or Facebook for more information understanding of murder escalates and turns the write to Cold Pursuit ATWELL GALLERY AT ATWELL ARTS CENTRE comes mainly from what small town’s bright white C/- Have a Go News Riverside location on bus route - Plenty of parking - air conditioned

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WELCOME to Kehoe, it’s -10ºF and counting at GARY PUCKETT this glitzy ski resort in the Rocky Mountains. AND THE UNION GAP The local police aren’t Radio Plays Make History Gary Puckett and the Union Gap are a band etched in THE UNDISPUTED LEADERS OF VOCAL HARMONY used to much action until rock’n’roll history boasting six consecutive gold records GROUPS, THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER ARE TOURING 6, 13, 19, 20 January at 2pm AUSTRALIA IN 2019. the son of unassuming in a career that started in 1968 and still remains very town snowplough driv- Capital Radio, Agelink Theatre and The Old Mill Singing all their hits including Birdland, Route 66, Chanson Theatre are collaborating on a new initiative bringing prominent to this day! er, Nels Coxman (Liam D’Amour, The Boy From New York City and many more. Original local history and radio drama onto Perth’s airwaves. members Alan Paul, Janis Seigel, Cheryl Bentyne and Trist Curless Neeson), is murdered at Be part of the studio audience for the recording YOUNG GIRL - WOMAN WOMAN - LADY WILLPOWER the order of Viking (Tom continue the tradition of harmonising brilliance. They promise to of these four historical plays about Perth THIS GIRL IS A WOMAN NOW AND MANY MORE HITS! take you through an incredible and diverse musical journey. Bateman), a  amboyant by Jenny Davis OAM drug lord. Read by some of Perth's Å nest actors in costume WEDNESDAY 13 FEBRUARY SATURDAY 2 MARCH Fuelled by rage and with a soundscope for recording. ASTOR THEATRE with special guest Garry Who armed with heavy ma- Online booking: REGAL THEATRE chinery, Nels sets out to trybooking/zvwh FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION VISIT www.astortheatreperth.com dismantle the cartel one Phone: 0475 895 701 Phone 132 849 lesliehintonentertainment.com/abstractentertainment.net man at a time, but his 48 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019

Perth’s exciting new program of drama, dance, opera and music in 2019 Gecko Theatre which runs from 26 of Perth Festival. the orchestra through a selection February - 3 March. The classic ro- Opera in the Quarry, back by pop- of favourites including Appalachian mantic ballet Giselle is  ipped on its ular demand, will come to the Quarry Spring by Aaron Copeland and the head by South African dancer and Amphitheatre from 27 - 30 March. immortal Rhapsody in Blue by Cope- choreographer Dada Masilo in a rad- Sweeney Todd, the demon barber land’s fellow Brooklyn-born compos- ical reimaging sure to challenge audi- of Fleet Street, a musical thriller, will er, George Gershwin. ences from 28 February to 2 March. also be staged at His Majesty’s The- The WA Ballet’s season will explore Perth Concert Hall and Winthrop atre from 13 - 20 July. October 19, 22, the theme ‘live and alive.’ Hall will see the Estonian Philharmon- 24 and 26 will see Verdi’s Macbeth Now in his seventh season as ar- ic Chamber Choir perform from 13 - come to His Majesty’s in a gripping tistic director, Aurelien Scannella has 16 February. The world-renowned, telling of Shakespeare’s classic in a created a program that will celebrate Grammy Award-winning ensemble brand new production from WA Op- aspects of live dance. The year will is the  rst choice for many specialist era and State Opera of South Aus- open at the Quarry Amphitheatre choral composers. tralia. on 8 February with In-Synch: Ballet Local audiences will be drawn to The West Australian Symphony at the Quarry, a production of three the Perth Festival commissioned Five Orchestra will off er a range of exhila- works as part of Perth Festival. Short Blasts Fremantle by Madeleine rating, inspirational and extraordinary After the Quarry season, WA Ballet Flynn and Tim Humphrey from 20 music experiences this year. It also will hit the road in March on a regional February - 3 March where people are marks the 20th anniversary of princi- tour, taking excerpts of many of the invited to hop on a boat to encounter pal conductor Asher Fisch’s WASO company’s popular works to Kal- the sights and sounds of the area from debut in 1999. goorlie, Port Hedland, Karratha and the people who live and work there. In all, the WASO season consists Mandurah. Daring and confronting UK 2019 of 60 concerts, two world premieres A staple of the company’s annual Chevron Gardens at Elizabeth Quay Perth © Jessica Wyld Photography artist-in-residence Ursula Martinez will and eight artists making their WASO season since 2006 to be held again bring her provocative style to Perth for debuts. this year is the choreographic show- by Josephine Allison cutting-edge technology and breath- a series of workshops and two diff er- To celebrate his anniversary, Asher case, Genesis, a chance for dancers taking artistry come together to cele- ent theatre shows, A Family Outing will conduct the work with which he to showcase their choreographic  air PERTH’S arts scene is set for a lively brate the unique and fragile beauty of – 20 Years On and Free Admission. A  rst introduced himself to WA au- by creating their own short works in 2019 with major companies, includ- South Western Australia’s landscape. warning: both shows contain nudity. diences - Verdi’s transcendent and the intimate setting of the WA Ballet ing WA Ballet, West Australian Sym- Huge projectors transform the ave- The packed program has the Lot- monumental Requiem. These special Centre in Maylands. phony Orchestra and West Australian nues of Kings Park into an ever-mov- terywest Films at University of WA performances will feature the com- In May, the company returns to His Opera releasing programs that give a ing canvas, where trees and  owers Somerville and ECU Joondalup Pines bined voices of the WASO Chorus, Majesty’s Theatre with Greg Hors- tantalising taste of the Perth Festival, bloom,  ocks of birds descend, until 7 April. Writers Week runs from the St Georges Cathedral Consort man’s re-imagined classical work La which opens next month,. bush res rage and stories of the for- 18 - 24 February and there is an excit- and the Tasmanian Symphony Or- Bayadere. The historic romantic-era They are catering for all tastes with mation of the land unfurl. ing Visual Arts program on 10 Febru- chestra Chorus and four world class work Giselle is set to impress Perth well-considered programs showing Gatz, from 26 February - 3 March, ary with seven exhibitions and the  rst soloists. audiences next September. The work the diverse talent Perth has on off er. is a theatrical eight-hour tour-de- Australian exhibition by acclaimed Two exceptional artists are high- was choreographed by Scannella Perth Festival outgoing artistic di- force; not just a retelling of F Scott transgender artist Cassils. lighted in the season — WASO’s  rst and Sandy Delasalle in 2014. rector Wendy Martin says the festival Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, but a West Australian Opera will launch Artist in Association, the Australian The  nal production of the year is the result of the hard work, care thoroughly entertaining, absorbing this year’s season with the City of soprano Siobhann Stagg, will appear from 21 November - 15 December and dedication of a fantastic team. dramatisation of Fitzgerald’s master- Perth Opera in the Park with Verdi’s as a soloist in three concerts conduct- will be Septime Webre’s acclaimed This year’s program starts on 7 piece, brilliantly brought to life by El- masterpiece of love, hope and sec- ed by Asher Fisch, and featured artist Alice in Wonderland, which played February with the return of the ex- evator Repair Service, one of Ameri- ond chances La Traviata. The Su- Nikolaj Znaider will appear as both vi- to sellout houses in Hong Kong last traordinary 2017 hit Boorna Waang- ca’s leading theatre companies. preme Court Gardens will be trans- olin soloist and conductor in August. year. iny (The Trees Speak) which trans- Travel from contemporary Australia formed on 2 February for this free WASO starts its 91st year with the It amounts to an exciting range of forms Kings Park into a nocturnal to cosmopolitan Shanghai and the event. Mozart’s The Magic Flute will season-opening WASO’s Favourites programs with the Perth Festival, op- wonderland over four nights. In this misty byways of rural China with A be staged at the elegant His Majesty’s in February. Former WASO assistant era, classical music and ballet. There epic work, Noongar culture, science, Ghost in My Suitcase from Barking Theatre from 20 - 23 February at part conductor Elena Schwarz, will lead is a veritable feast to enjoy. 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The Green Book - an uplifting story of true friendship A story to restore the human spirit New York City bouncer from an ger, and be comforted by gener- tells the miraculous true In a bold, wondrous Italian-American neighbourhood osity, kindness and humour. story of one broken man’s and timely  lm from this in the Bronx, is hired to drive Together, they will challenge  ght as he discovers how revolutionary pioneer of and protect Dr Don Shirley (Ali), long-held assumptions, push artistic imagination can contemporary cinema, a world-class black pianist, on a past their seemingly insurmount- restore the human spirit. Welcome to Marwen When a devastating shows that when your concert tour from Manhattan to able diﬀ erences, and embrace attack shatters Mark only weapon is your the Deep South, they must rely their shared humanity. What be- Hogancamp (Carell) and imagination… you’ll  nd on The Green Book. This is a gins as two month journey of ne- wipes away all memo- courage in the most un- travel guide to safe lodging, din- cessity will establish a friendship ries, no one expected expected place. ing and business options for Af- that will endure for the rest of their him to recover. Putting In cinemas 31 January. rican Americans during the era of lives. together pieces from his WIN WIN WIN old and new life, Mark To be in the draw segregation and Jim Crow laws In cinemas 24 January. meticulously creates a to win a double pass – to steer them to places where WIN WIN WIN wondrous town where to Welcome to Marw- IN his powerful foray into dramat- Shirley will not be refused service, We have 10 double passes to ACADEMY Award win- he can heal and be he- en simply email win@ ic work as a feature director, Peter humiliated, or threatened with vi- giveaway to some lucky readers. ner Robert Zemeckis roic. As he builds an haveagonews.com. Farrelly directs The Green Book, olence. To be in the draw simply email — the groundbreaking astonishing art installa- au with Marwen in the a  lm inspired by a true friendship Set against the backdrop of a  lmmaker behind Forrest tion—a testament to the subject line or write to [email protected] with Gump, Flight and Cast most powerful women Welcome to Marwen that transcended race, class and country grappling with the valour Green in the subject line or call Away — directs Steve he knows—through his C/- Have a Go News the Mason-Dixon line in 1962. and volatility of the civil rights the oﬃ ce during business hours Carell in the most original fantasy world, he draws PO Box 1042, West When Frank Anthony Vallelon- movement, the two men will be on 9227 8283. Competition clos- movie of the year. strength to triumph in the Leederville 6901. Clos- ga, aka Tony Lip (Mortensen), a confronted with racism and dan- es 20/1/19. Welcome to Marwen real one. es 26/1/19. HAGN#322-051195 Famous ‘60s rock band to tour Perth in February

GARY Puckett and the Union Gap is a band etched in rock’n’roll history, boasting six consecutive Gold records in a career that started in 1968 and still remains very prominent to this day. They continue to tour the world in a show that is loaded with hits including Young Girl, Woman Woman, Lady Willpower and Over You. Gary Puckett and the Union Gap maintain a busy touring schedule, constantly touring the United States and Europe in a show that is packed with rock ‘n’ roll energy and vocal excellence. Gary’s velvet voice is complemented perfectly by the vocal harmony and musical perfection of the Union Gap in a show that delivers the raw sixties sound that can only be associated with live music at its best. Gary Puckett and the Union Gap will be playing at the Astor Theatre in Perth on 13 February. Supporting Gary will be Australia’s own king of comedy Gary Who; Gary achieved household recognition in the iconic Australian TV show Hey Hey It’s Saturday. For bookings or further information visit www. astortheatreperth.com, phone 9370 1777 or 132 849.

Let your heart soar with classic Australian tale - Storm Boy isolated coastline with his father. He recounts to his grand-daughter the story of how, as a boy, he rescued and raised an extraordinary orphaned pelican, Mr Percival. Their remarkable adventures and very special bond had a profound ef- fect on all their lives. Based on the beloved book, Storm Boy is a timeless story of an unusual and unconditional A BEAUTIFUL and con- friendship. temporary re-telling of In cinemas 17 January. Colin Thiele’s classic WIN WIN WIN Australian tale, Storm We have 10 double Boy has grown up to be passes to giveaway to Michael Kingley, a suc- some lucky readers. To cessful retired business- be in the draw simply man and grandfather. email win@haveagone When Kingley starts to ws.com.au with Storm see images from his past in the subject line or that he can’t explain, he call the oﬃ ce during is forced to remember business hours on 9227 his long-forgotten child- 8283. Competition clos- hood, growing up on an es 20/1/19. 50 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 322 JANUARY 2019

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SCENE (1): THE Holly Wood Tuesday Morning Show celebrated the end of the year with a fabulous Christmas extravaganza performed by the Tivoli Club. This was Tivoli’s 14th Christmas performance at the Perth Town Hall and each year the shows get better and more colourful. The hall was full of people and everyone enjoyed the camaraderie of the festive event. The Holly Wood Tuesday Morning Show is a free show which runs every Tuesday morning from 11am at the Perth Town Hall and recommences for the new year on 12 February with a performance from the Silver Threads Brass Band. SCENE (1): Top row from left to right; Pia Kehal and Jenny Ranger - Holly Wood Dancers’ Vera and Margaret - Louise and Terry - Michelle Davies, Maureen Felton and Janice Hill - Jean Cousel and Carol Adcock. Second row from LtR; Compere Bernard Carney with his wife Eleanor - 99 year old volunteer Loyal still makes treats including jams, preserves and biscuits - The Tivoli Club performers put on a fabulous Christmas show complete with costumes - the audience at the Perth Town Hall. Third row from LtR; City of Perth staﬀ Brian Shoosmith, Colleen Dixon and Richard Clephane.

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SCENE (3): CONGRATULATIONS to Sophie (94) G and John (100) Freund who celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on 4 January. They married in Fremantle in 1944 and raised three children. To celebrate their milestone regular Have a Go News’ columnist Adam Penn sang for them at SCENE (2): LAST month well known author Fiona their home at Aegis in Melville. McIntosh who is featured on page 3 of this issue made a  ying visit to Perth to promote her new book The Pearl Thief at an entertaining talk and tea at the Parmelia Hilton in Perth. Win a $200 shopping voucher... SCENE (1): From left to right; Editor Jen Merigan, author Fiona McIntosh and Kings Tours and Travel’s 161 HIGH RD, WILLETTON Mon-Fri 9-5 See page 2 Jenny Franceschi. PH: 9354 4124 Sat 9-1

SCENE (4): MEMBERS of the Friendship Force of Perth celebrated the festive season with a barbecue lunch at Matilda Bay. The Friendship Force Club of Perth is one of 24 in Australia and part of the Friend- ship Force International family which boasts 360 clubs in more than 60 countries. Members have the opportunity to see the world a little diff erently and Perth members have the opportunity to home host visiting clubs and show them all that Perth has to off er. New members are always welcome. Check out www.friendshipforceperth.net or contact the membership offi cer on email at membership@friendship forceperth.net or phone 9255 1773. SCENE (4): From left to right; Julie Toms with Santa (aka) Ian Cook - Susan Farkas and Julie Longbon - Colin Allen and Ian Cook.

SCENE (5): HAVE a Go News met bike rider John Firth (79) pictured right, and his mate Frank who were paying a visit to Dianella Plaza last month. Frank said he has just returned to riding and John SCENE (6): HELEN Iles of the Society of Women Writers WA ran two writing workshops in November: who lives in Perth for A Life Writing workshop in the morning and Publishing Your Life Story and Photo Restoration in the afternoon. Helen covered a variety of ways of producing memoirs and life stories in addition to traditional half the year and the publishing, including Flip Books, DVDs, self-publishing, or simply printing a limited number of books for other half in the UK family members. rides his bike three Participants were enthusiastic about Helen’s workshops and the con dence they gained to work on hours per day! Now their life writing projects. that’s the Have a Go The next Life Writing workshops are planned for Saturday 13 April. The Society of Women Writers WA philosophy! meets on the third Tuesday of the month at Citiplace on the concourse level at the Perth Railway Station. Visitors are always welcome. For enquiries, please telephone 0415 840 031, email [email protected] or visit www.swwofwa.com.au. SCENE (6): Attendees at the Writing Workshops in November Buy more colour EAT BETTER

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