Border Easing Welcomed MICHAEL ROBERTS by the Likes of the Tourism Council a Number of Workers from the East
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ACCOUNTS: Photo: WinkiPop Media [email protected] CLASSIFIEDS: Border easing welcomed MICHAEL ROBERTS by the likes of the Tourism Council a number of workers from the east. Albany Travel and Cruise Owner Tourism Council WA. [email protected] WA and Australian Hotels Associa- But she said fi nding local accom- Lynne Meads said her business was “People from interstate want to WITH WA’s border tentatively open- tion WA, who say bringing down the modation for these prospective em- down 99 per cent on the same time have more cultural experiences ing up to the rest of the country by hard border is an important win for ployees was a big challenge. last year. and typically have more money to November 14, the state is set to enter businesses struggling to fi nd staff or spend,” Kurrah Mia’s Larry Blight still fi ghting to stay afl oat. “It’s not as simple as getting the But she is hopeful opening up state Check out our locally owned radio station at the next phase of pandemic life. workers in,” she said. borders will be a boost to her bot- said. As of 12.01am next Saturday, WA’s While many businesses in the “It’s going to take everyone to tom line when people start booking “When the pandemic hit, we missed hard border is transitioning to what Great Southern are busier than ever come together and fi nd a collective trips to the likes of Tasmania and the out on $20,000 in potential work. www.goldmx.com.au the McGowan Government is label- because of the hard border, labour solution because there are so many Northern Territory. “But we’ve been more than mak- ling a ‘controlled border’, where shortages have forced some opera- pieces to the puzzle.” ing up for it in the past six to eight people from ‘very low risk’ and ‘low tors to limit their trading hours. The controlled border is also a Business isn’t booming for every small victory for tourism operators, weeks. risk’ states and territories will be industry, however. Great Southern “Opening up the borders will bring allowed in with certain conditions. Denmark Chamber of Commerce with interstate visitors tending to CEO Sumer Addy said she hoped travel agents have suffered terribly spend more than intrastate tourists more tourists in and that can only be The changes are being welcomed opening the borders would attract since the pandemic began. on tours and transport, according to good for our economy.” NEW NEW BREAKING NEWS COURSE COURSE Albany Summer School Art in a Safe and Creative Place Inspiration, Enlightenment, Enjoyment Plus last chance to book: • Natural fi bre basketry • Painting the shoreline in pastel (morning and evening) • Bees and Beekeeping (certifi cate) - get certifi ed to keep bees at home. Albany All courses held at St Joseph’s College Community Bank®Branch More information at www.albanysummerschool.com.au or phone 0438 415 006 2 The Weekender, November 5, 2020 The Weekender, November 5, 2020 3 SEND US YOUR PHOTOS HOROSCOPES By Joanne Madeline Moore REGULAR contrib- Australian astrologer Joanne Madeline Moore’s horoscope columns @realty utor and mad-keen are published in newspapers and magazines around the world. You photographer Lex can also read her horoscopes at www.bohoastro.com ‘Good food, good fun’ Thinking of selling your property Porebski was as ASHLEIGH FIELDING and would like professional service excited as a kid in ARIES [March 21-April 20] a candy shop when with lower fees? This week Mercury moves forwards (yeah!) but your ruler Mars is still retrograde (boo!). The more BORNHOLM’S Good Food he picked up a new creatively you communicate with other people, the more satisfying the week will be. Attached Ar- drone recently. Shed is reopening for the new ies – strive to be more tolerant and cooperative with your partner. Singles … are you looking for season in two weeks. love? Don’t accept second (or third) best. Have the confi dence and patience to wait for your soul He took this mate. Good things will come (eventually) to Rams who wait! November 22 is the date for dia- amazing shot over ries when the shed swings open Racecourse Lake TAURUS [April 21-May 21] its doors to invite people along near Cranbrook A frustrating problem involving work, health or a household pet should gradually improve, as from 9am to 1pm on Sundays. with the wind- Mercury moves forwards and you start to get back into a more dependable daily routine. But have Chairman Michael Romeyn blown foam leav- you been a lazy Bull? Regular exercise is a must, so why not pal up with a friend for a daily walk said the new committee already ing marks across or regular workouts at the local gym? (Covid restrictions permitting.) This week, fortune defi nitely the sandbar. favours tenacious Taureans who are practical and proactive! had good momentum leading Jeremy Stevenson up to the new season and were GEMINI [May 22-June 21] excited to trade with the public 0427 183 688 For those want- [email protected] ing to send in their Your ruling planet Mercury has been retrograde for the last three weeks, so stress levels have again. pictures, email edi- been high and patience low. But things gradually improve from mid-week onwards, when Mercury “The philosophy we’ve come Lorraine Stevenson tor@gsweekender. fi nally moves forwards. Hopefully you’ve learnt some valuable lessons – like slowing down and up with is, ‘good food, good com.au with your calming yourself within. Taskmaster Saturn tests your patience on Friday but – with focus and people, good fun’,” he said. 0417 183 688 determination – you’ll navigate your way around any temporary roadblocks. [email protected] full name, phone “The idea is to have a hub here, number and as CANCER [June 22-July 23] where people can share a coffee much detail about the photograph as With the Sun activating your entertainment sector, jump out of your Crab comfort zone (and your or share produce and catch up; practical. Covid cocoon) and have some fun (in appropriate ways). Plus, when it comes to your personal it’s a great opportunity for peo- and professional lives, strive to be extra patient and keep the lines of communication and creativity ple to meet the suppliers of their wide open. Your motto for the moment is from birthday great, singer-songwriter-musician Joni produce and vice versa.” Mitchell: “I want to have fun, I want to shine like the Sun”. WEEKEND QUIZ Mr Romeyn said the Shed LEO [July 24-Aug 23] would offer everything from Thank goodness Mercury fi nally moves forwards on Tuesday evening (London time). So Wednesday fresh fruit and vegetables to WELCOME back to our weekly quiz. Each onwards is a terrifi c time for creative Cats to post, publish, podcast, talk, text and tweet up a storm. alpaca knitwear, flowers, fish, edition, 10 questions will be placed on this There’s also much satisfaction to be gained from contributing your specifi c talents to a worthy seedlings and a tool sharpening cause within your local community. On Friday, tread carefully with a grumpy sibling, neighbour service. page to test you on your local knowledge Photo: Ashleigh Fielding or work colleague, as communication is blocked in some way. The Good Food Shed is located and history, current affairs and how well you VIRGO [Aug 24-Sep 23] on the corner of Lower Denmark have read recent and current editions of the Road and Shepherd’s Lagoon n Good Food Shed Vice Chair Matt Barrett, Secretary Robin Bromilow, Committee Member Nicole 18,125 COPIES The week starts with Mercury and Mars both retrograde so discretion, patience and persistence Santos and Chairman Michael Romeyn. THROUGHOUT ALBANY, DENMARK, MT BARKER, KATANNING, Weekender. It now also has a theme. are required in spades. Mercury turns direct but then Saturn squares Mercury on Friday. So it will Road. KOJONUP, CRANBROOK, KENDENUP, NARRIKUP, take a while for dramas to recede, problems to resolve and communication to improve. Wisdom Manufacturers of ROCKY GULLY, FRANKLAND, MANYPEAKS, The answers are upside down below the for the week is from singer-songwriter (and birthday great) Lorde: “Take care of your thoughts BREMER BAY, RAVENSTHORPE AND HOPETOUN. when you are alone and take care of your words when you are with people”. questions. LIBRA [Sep 24-Oct 23] QUALITY ROOF TRUSSES MANAGING DIRECTOR: Mark Loveridge. Leukaemia Good luck! This week, with Venus visiting Libra (until November 21) and Mercury turning direct in your sign, AND WALL FRAMES EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Ian Beeck.