June 2015 - Hobart Observer
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June 2015 - Hobart Observer
A FREE PUBLICATION FOR THE HOBART MUNICIPALITY www.hobartobserver.com.au Pressure check Page 5 JUNE 2015 Pet talk Doona drive Page 12-13 Page 18 Hundreds on Hobart docks for female convict tribute A SEA of bonnets overtook Hobart’s Hunter Street wharf on Mother’s Day to celebrate artist Christina Henri’s installation project ‘Roses from the Heart’. Dr Henri’s art project involves the making of handmade cloth bonnets to memorialise the 25,566 convict women transported to Australia from Britain and Ireland between 1788 and 1853. Sparked by a visit to Hobart’s Female Factory in 2013, Roses from the Heart has been a labour of love for Dr Henri for more than a decade. “I knew about male convicts, but until [the Hobart Female Factory] I knew nothing about the women and I wanted to share their stories,” Dr Henri said. “So, I came up with the idea of using the bonnets to symbolise each of those 25,566 women who endured so much.” Joining Dr Henri and the hundreds wearing bonnets on the day was the Speaker of the House of Assembly and Member for Denison, Elise Archer MP, and Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey. Ms Archer has been a supporter of Dr Henri’s project for several years and said it was gaining worldwide attention. “This installation is a unique way in which to acknowledge the immense contribution these women made to our emerging nation,” she said. “While once having a convict ancestor would have been something that stayed shrouded in secrecy, Tasmanians are now proud to tell of their convict heritage and the ways in which they helped to make our state what it is today.” Dr Henri – who invited people throughout the world to make the cloth tributes with the names of each woman sent to Van Diemen’s Land – only has around 800 bonnets remaining until her collection is completed. For more information on the project, visit www. christinahenri.com.au Crowds gather on the Hobart waterfront clad in old-fashioned bonnets to pay homage to the 25,566 female convicts who were sentenced to transportation to Tasmania. Permanent peak for Volunteering Tasmania AFTER 22 years, Volunteering Tasmania has been granted peak body recognition and permanent funding by the State Government. State Premier Will Hodgman made the announcement at a Volunteering Tasmania “meet and greet” in Elizabeth Street Mall during National Volunteer Week on 13 May. Peak body status will include a permanent $260,000 per annum in funding from the State Government, which will be divided between core and project funding. Volunteering Tasmania chief executive officer Adrienne Picone said she was jubilant about the decision, which had been aptly announced in line with the National Volunteer Week theme, “Give Happy, Live Happy”. “This is a significant achievement for Volunteering Tasmania,” she said. “Staff and board members, past and present, have worked really hard for this recognition. “We are so pleased that the government acknowledges the value in volunteering, as well as the value we provide as a supporter of effective volunteering in the state. “This announcement shows the government’s commitment to volunteering and the positive impact it has on Tasmanian communities.” Volunteering Tasmania’s State of Volunteering: Tasmania 2014 Report showed that four out of every five Tasmanians volunteer. “For every dollar invested in volunteering, 29.5% THE BEST LOW WEEKLY REPAYMENTS IN TOWN! 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Elizabeth College teacher and musical director Justan Wagner said Our House was chosen as this year’s poduction because the music was “so energetic and catchy.” “We wanted to do something fun that at the same time had a great story, so this show ticked all the boxes,” he said. “The structure of the story is very different compared to the formula used in other plays and musicals as it follows two possible life paths simultaneously. “The actors have had to remember which ‘world’ they are in and what has happened in that version of their characters’ lives.” The colourful performance is set to the music of British ska band Madness and includes hits such as ‘Baggy Trousers’, ‘My Girl’, ‘It Must be Love’, as well as the unforgettable, ‘Our House’. “The integration of The cast of Elizabeth College’s musical production Our House which debuts this month. Photo credit: Tony McKendrick. the music within the plot is very clever,” Mr Wagner said. “Unlike most jukebox musicals where the songs are kind of just thrown in, in this case it’s like the songs are written for the show.” With a cast, band and crew of more than 70 students, Mr Wagner said the performance would promise to be the theatre event of the year. “Elizabeth College has a strong reputation as a leader in the performing arts and we have been producing musicals every year since 1993,” he said. “We always strive for a high standard of performance and we really try to be original with our productions in regards to presentation, direction and choreography. “Because we look for different genres and styles, every year it is always a different and enjoyable experience.” Our House is showing at the Elizabeth College Theatre until 12 June. 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Mr Clifford for maritime precinct underway,” was interone stop shop specialised “The Minister how in Tasmania,” shipbuilding ested in investigating in of businesses the cluster E: FOR THE GLENORCHY pushes Glenorchy Road Main Park 232 Derwent 4400 hygazette.com.au www.glenorc A FREE PUBLICATION Re cruit s 15 ce th bir leb th for sports Pa ratio day The Seafa t’s ns His Festival rers’ sh presents op growtoric a spec lity Hobar t energy to roll out efficient lightin Grabs GG’s Great g in CBD Feature Moonah contracts for defence A FREE PUBLICATION FOR THE COMMUNITIES OF CLARENCE, SORELL AND TASMAN 26,500 copies 55,000 residents www.easternshoresun.com.au Jan 31, 2013 Vol. No. 150 Advertising Kylie Eastley The Hobart Observer is your community monthly newspaper reaching 24,888 homes and businesses, distributed on the second week of each month. Postal address: GPO Box 1600, Hobart TAS 7001 Telephone: 6210 5201 Website: www.hobartobserver.com.au Published by Corporate Communications (Tas) Pty Ltd Printed by the Mercury newspaper 6210 5201 advertising@hobartobserver.com.au Editorial Stefania Cefola, Camilla Thomas and Madison Jones 6210 5200 editorial@hobartobserver.com.au JUST A LITTLE Reminder DEADLINES FOR JULY 2015 Editorial/Advertising: Monday 22 June Press Ready Material: Monday 29 June e Choose to live the time of your life at OneCare. IDAY My one wish is that I get all the support I need. My one hope is that I still feel part of the family and my one care is simple – that I can make the most out of every day. 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Mr Fraraccio said the hospitality industry could make a big difference to disadvantaged Tasmanians with very little impact on everyday operations and that he looked forward to the day when more restaurants were on board. “Staff only need to be trained to add the Two Dollars for Change envelope when they present the bill to pa- trons, then it is up to the customers,” he said. “We are passionate about it, our staff are passionate about it and our customers think it is great. It is good for business and it is good for our community.” Colony 47 chief executive officer Therese Taylor said the support of restaurants like Ristorante Da Angelo had enabled Colony 47 to provide much needed financial counselling services to Tasmania’s most vulnerable families. “The funds raised through this initiative go directly to assisting individuals and families with budgeting skills, financial management and support for the cost of living pressures,” she said. “There are currently 11 participating restaurants in Two Dollars for Change and we encourage more restaurants to be a part of this ground breaking initiative that is supporting so many Tasmanians in need.” Attending the event, Minister for Human Services Jacquie Petrusma MP spoke on behalf of the government, thanking Ristorante Da Angelo staff and customers, as well as all the restaurants that participated in the fundraising initiative. “It is only through partnerships with the community sector, private sector and government that together we can achieve change for our most vulnerable Tasmanians,” she said. For more information about the Two Dollars for Change initiative, go to www.colony47. com.au/get-involved/2change Do you need a Licence Truck / Security Forklift & More 1300 732 377 www.onroadoffroad.com.au Ristorante Da Angelo co-owners Angelo Fraraccio, left, and Marco Caporelli with Colony 47 chief executive officer Therese Taylor at a celebratory luncheon held on 15 May. RISTORANTE Da Angelo in Battery Point has hit a huge milestone by raising more than $20,000 for Colony 47’s “Two Dollars for Change” initiative. On Friday 15 May, Tasmanian politicians and Colony 47 supporters gathered together for a celebratory luncheon to acknowledge Ristorante Da Angelo’s impressive contribution to the cause. Angelo Fraraccio, Ristorante Da Angelo co-owner and Tasmanian Hospitality Association (THA) restaurant division president and board member, said the “real heroes” were the RTO Number 60071 customers. “Our customers just love the opportunity to give to such a worthwhile cause and even our interstate and overseas customers appreciate the initiative and ADVERTISEMENT The Hon Elise Archer MP Speaker of the House of Assembly Liberal Member for Denison Your local Liberal Member for Denison with offices at 62 Main Rd, Moonah and Parliament House, Hobart. 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The winner was Workshop, an eclectic café and sandwich bar tucked away in the Trafalgar Shopping Centre on Collins Street, Hobart. Owned by Hobart local Will Caught, the part industrial workshop, part coffee shop is popular with tradesmen, corporate workers and visitors. Offering a range of delicious treats including pulled pork sandwiches, homemade muffins and baristermade coffee, Workshop is an inner-city nook where you can go to escape the cold weather and enjoy some hearty comfort food. When did you get into the hospitality industry? My first summer job was in the kitchen of the Henry Jones Art Hotel. But it was not until I was 23 years old, half way through a deferred university degree and working fulltime in the Australian Taxation Office, when I realised I wanted to be sitting down less and interacting with other people more. I quit that week to get a job in a whisky distillery and I have been in hospitality ever since. How did the idea for the Workshop café come about? Workshop is fantastically located for a lot of workers and visitors in the CBD, and I believe the landlords of Trafalgar Shopping Centre were keen to get a lively café happening there. The name and industrial theme were given to the café by the previous owners. I did consider rebranding completely when I took over four-months -ago, but the existing style had a lot of potential, so instead of scrapping it entirely I have evolved it into something more my own. What is the most popular item on the Workshop menu? Workshop is located in the Trafalgar Shopping Centre, 110 Collins Street Hobart. Well, our coffee is increasing drastically in popularity, but in terms of food, the “Reuben” sandwich (rye bread, grilled cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut and dressing) would have to be the winner. The one sandwich can feed two reasonably hungry people and I have had to start ordering more rye bread so we can keep up with busy lunch times. A pair of American tourists also reliably informed me that our Reuben is the most genuine version they have found outside of its traditional home in New York. Who are your greatest culinary influences? I have to say it - my mum is the biggest influence in my cooking. She was professionally trained and even worked in the kitchens of Government House. I needed so much feeding when I was a growing boy that she had to teach me to cook just so we could keep up with the supply of dinners. I have been lucky enough to work with a variety of talented chefs in my hospitality career and they have all given me a few good tips and tricks for food, but the foundation of my cooking is built from my parents’ unending patience and more than one explosively messy experiment. What are your thoughts about the changing and expanding Hobart restaurant and café scene? It is fantastic! I spent a few years in my early 20s travelling back and forward, and every time I came back to Hobart it felt like nothing ever changed here. Now there is this eruption of new venues happening and it is exciting to be part of such a newly invigorated industry. I love that people’s expectations for good food and service are rising and it is great to have new and interesting spots to discover. Do you have a guilty/embarrassing food pleasure? If you ask my staff they will confirm this - I cannot stop dunking food in coffee before I eat it! It is a habit that I picked up from a French housemate a year or so ago. To start with it was innocent enough, just the occasional croissant or pastry, but now it has spiralled out of control to the point where I will dunk my coffee with anything less runny than coffee. What would your last meal be? Something simple and something nostalgic, like home-cooked roast lamb with rosemary potatoes and really thick gravy. Or, you know, maybe that Japanese blowfish that has a 20 per cent chance of killing you if it is not prepared correctly, because what have you got to lose, right? A CAFE WITH A DIFFERENCE Great food, great coffee, great cause! PERMISSION to learn An opportunity for those struggling to find work, to learn new skills. PERMISSION to give Pay-it-forward and purchase a drink or food token, enabling someone in our community who is unable to put food on the table or have a hot meal, receive one. ALL sales and funding goes back into Hobart City Mission’s programs and work to support the Hobart Community. Where to eat ? Restaurant Cafe Located at: 48 Barrack Street, Hobart Phone: 6234 1840 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm Win a lunch for two to the value of $50* from our featured Workshop Cafe simply by nominating who you would like to see featured in next month’s Where to eat ? To nominate and be in the draw to win, email your favourite Hobart eatery to editorial@hobartobserver.com.au or visit the Hobart Observer’s Facebook page by COB Monday 29 June. Winner announced Wednesday 1 July. If you would like to advertise in this feature please contact Kylie on 6210 5201 or advertising@hobartobserver.com.au *Conditions apply. Happy eating! Hobart Observer June 2015 5 COMMUNITY NEWS Local MP takes the pressure off Celebrating 21 years By Dr Sally Towns Principal MacKillop Catholic College 2015 marks MacKillop Catholic College’s 21st year of operation. Opening its doors in 1994, with 59 year seven students and a small but committed staff and parent body, the college has grown and flourished to reflect the vision of the college’s founders. This vision for this new secondary school on the Eastern Shore could best be summed up by the Archbishop of Hobart, Archbishop D’Arcy, who spoke at the official blessing and opening of the College. “… Today we ask God’s blessing on this centre of learning: a centre where great thoughts and ideas can be found… where an inquiring mind and honesty are encouraged… where a love and searching for truth are fostered. We ask that those who are entrusted with the education of young people through this college may teach them how to join the discoveries of human wisdom with the truth of the Gospel…” To celebrate this significant milestone in the life of the college, the MacKillop Heritage and Old Scholars Committee has been working to mark the occasion. The highlight of our celebrations this year is the 21st Anniversary Celebration Dinner, which will be held in the Century Room at Blundstone Arena on Saturday 8 August. I warmly welcome all members of the MacKillop College community to help us celebrate. Zero tolerance approach to family violence Independent Member for Denison Andrew Wilkie knows the importance of having regular blood pressure checks. WHEN Denison MP Andrew Wilkie attended Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check 12-months-ago he never expected to receive bad news. “It was totally out of the blue,” Mr Wilkie said. “I was asked to help raise awareness, but the last thing I expected was to have a high blood pressure reading. “I have had normal blood pressure my entire life, so I was very surprised and quite concerned.” More than 100,000 Tasmanians are living with high blood pressure, putting them at serious and unnecessary risk of stroke – and many don’t even know it. Spurred into action and on advice, Mr Wilkie bought a blood pressure monitor from his local pharmacy to keep an eye on his readings, as well as booked an appointment with his general practitioner. He was eventually diagnosed with a mild form of hypertension. On 6 May, the National Stroke Foundation, in partnership with Chemmart Pharmacy, once again hosted Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check. Held annually, the campaign delivers free checks around the country to raise vital awareness of the risks associated with stroke. National Stroke Foundation chief executive officer Dr Erin Lalor said the Foundation delivered more than 10,000 checks, potentially saving thousands of lives in the process. “One in six people will have a stroke in their lifetime; these people are you, your family, your friends, your colleagues,” she said. “The brutal reality of stroke is that it will change your life in an instant. “One day you could be busily going on with life working, caring for your family, then suddenly you are struck down by a stroke and facing possible death or an ongoing disability that may limit your ability to walk, talk and even think.” Knowing the silent and deadly nature of high blood pressure, Mr Wilkie returned to Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check this year to show his support and share his story. “The health professional who took my blood pressure last year was there again and I was keen to tell her my story and to thank her,” Mr Wilkie said. “She was obviously thrilled to have helped someone and I’m pleased to say my blood pressure readings are all perfectly fine now.” Mr Wilkie said that since his initial blood pressure check he has paid greater attention to his health, buying a Fitbit and always looking for opportunities to get out and walk around. “My goal was to reach 10,000 paces a day and I’m proud to say I have achieved this, which is about double the average for males my age,” he said. “I’m on a low dose blood pressure tablet, I’ve lost a few kilos and I’m all better.” Mr Wilkie said there were some important lessons to be learned from his experience, as the process of discovering his condition was “reasonably straightforward and simple.” “All that was needed was the initial awareness of the importance of regularly checking your blood pressure,” he said. “The National Stroke Foundation’s Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check is a practical opportunity for people to evaluate their health, which is no small thing. “I look after myself and have regular checkups, so if a person in my circumstance can have high blood pressure then so can many other people. “I feel that talking out publicly and sharing my story will hopefully prompt people to get checked.” For more information, visit www.strokefoundation.com.au TASMANIA’s peak body for housing and homelessness, Shelter Tas, has welcomed the state government’s zero tolerance approach to family violence and announcement of additional funding for domestic violence services and prevention measures. Shelter Tas executive officer Pattie Chugg said domestic and family violence continued to be a significant driver of homelessness. Of the 1579 people identified as homeless in Tasmania, 26 per cent permanent accommodation on leaving violent situations.” Ms Chugg said funding for crisis and longer-term housing was an essential part of the solution for these families to ensure their safety and enable them to rebuild their lives. “We know from our members who provide crisis accommodation and longer-term housing that there is a chronic shortage, which can leave victims of family violence with nowhere to go,” she said. TRIXIE BERRY Specialist agent 30 years experience Stress free results Call Trixie Berry for an appraisal of your home 0419 134 330 229 Elizabeth Street, Hobart 6232 4999 To book your tickett p phone our College Offi ffice on 6245 00 0099. 099 MacKillop Catholic College Hobart Old Scholars cited domestic violence and relationships issues as their reasons for seeking support, Ms Chugg said. “Not everyone is aware of the importance of safe, affordable housing in tackling family violence,” she said. “Achieving the positive outcomes we all want depends on providing a safe roof, along with zero tolerance and other supports. “The availability of secure, affordable housing is crucial to transition women out of crisis into 6 Hobart Observer June 2015 A FINANCIAL MOMENT Take stock of your finances for 30 June Ian Ritchie Principal Adviser Ritchie Advice WHILE the warmer weather is still several months away, it is never too early to start thinking about sorting through life’s clutter and getting more organised in time for spring. For many of us the home, office and garden shed are the usual targets on the spring-cleaning checklist, but giving your personal finances a tidy up is also a good idea. Ian Ritchie, Principal Adviser for Ritchie Advice, says now is the ideal time for people to have a careful look at the state of their finances, straight- en out their spending, clean up any bad credit and plan for the upcoming tax season. “Whether your credit card payments are getting out of hand or you are struggling to keep on top of the school fees, we all find ourselves - from time-to-time - stuck on a ‘treadmill’, charging forward at a constant pace with no foreseeable end in sight,” he said. “However, there could be opportunities to get ahead and take control of your finances even when the unexpected happens.” The end of the financial year is traditionally associated with tax, but it is also a good reminder to review your investments, debts and cash flow. Some investments will have tax implications that will need to be addressed, while changes to your personal circumstances and the economic landscape may have had an impact on how you are tracking towards your goals. “We’re encouraging people not to ‘set and forget’ their finances if they want to grow them and have enough money for a comfortable retirement,” Mr Ritchie said. “The end of the financial year is a good time to take stock and ensure you are on the right path financially.” Mr Ritchie said it was helpful to consider “ways our money could be working harder for us.” “There are plenty of ways to benefit from super’s favourable tax treatment,” he said. 1. You can claim up to $500 in government co-contributions if you are a low to middle income earner and you make after-tax contributions of up to $1,000 to your super. 2. You can receive a tax offset of up to $540 if your spouse is a low-income earner Tel: 6287 8787 admin@cwsmortgge.com.au www.cwsmortgage.com.au Level 8, 65 Murray Street, Hobart 7000 MORTGAGE FUND LENDING RATE Residential or Commercial FROM 5.95% * *effective from 1/7/2015 CWS Mortgage Ltd, the responsible entity for the fund holds Australian Financial Services AFS Licence Number 244391 and AFS Credit Licence Number 244391. The above information is of a general nature. It does not constitute an offer or invitation to invest with or borrow from the fund. An investment in a mortgage scheme is not a bank deposit. Any investment or loan can only proceed in accordance with the fund’s current Product Disclosure Statement or Loan Application (both available for download on www.cwsmortgage.com.au). Conversations that count Small businesses benefit from Federal Budget and you contribute up to $3,000 in after-tax contributions towards their super. 3. You can contribute up to $180,000 a year (or $540,000 over three years) in after-tax contributions. 4. You can start a transition to retirement strategy once you have reached your super preservation age (that is, the age at which you can access your super). This can allow you to draw up to 10 per cent of your super as a pension. “Rules change and the financial landscape is a difficult one to navigate, so the most important step is to seek professional advice to help set you on the right track,” Mr Ritchie said. “If you are not sure if this is the case in your situation, our certified advisers are happy to assist, providing you with a financial check so you can plan your next financial year with peaceof-mind.” Contact Ritchie Advice today for an obligation-free first interview by phoning 6234 1488. This advice may not be suitable to you because it contains general advice which does not take into consideration any of your personal circumstance. All strategies and information provided in this article is general advice only. Ritchie Advice Pty Ltd ABN 12 150 128 448, is a Corporate Authorised Representative of Dover Financial Advisers Pty Ltd, Australian Financial Services Licensee No. 307248. By Kerry Muller General Manager Sales and Marketing Finance Brokers of Tasmania THE recent Federal Budget gave small business owners a boost. One of the most positive announcements was that if a business has an annual turnover of less than $2 million, it was eligible for a $20,000 tax deduction on the purchase of most business-related assets. This means any item valued at less than $20,000 used for running your business is now 100 per cent tax deductible immediately, rather than over a number of years. This includes vehicles, furniture, computer equipment, photocopiers, tools, air-conditioning units, televisions, sound and security systems, and you can apply the $20,000 rule Michael Horne 0448 503 296 Janet Mee 0418 391 494 www.fbt.com.au • • • • • • • • to as many individual assets as you want. Tasmania has a higher percentage of small businesses than any other state in Australia, so it can benefit greatly from this announcement, as well as assisting in the opportunity for growth of businesses. Seeking a loan is one business growth method. Many people head straight to their bank when it comes time to financing a loan, but they may be missing out on significant benefits. There are countless reasons why it pays to use a broker when shopping for a loan, and even if you want to use your own bank, you can still use a broker to process paperwork and manage the application on your behalf. This leaves you free to run your own business. A broker can be your best friend and personal banker, offering choice, experience, specialisation and follow-up. Finance Brokers of Tasmania have been operating in Tasmania for more than 28 years, specialising in all forms of lending for residential, commercial, motor vehicle, equipment and many more purposes. We have access to a large panel of lenders and some of the cheapest interest rates available. Contact us on 6224 4402 for a no-obligation discussion. Home Loans Investment Loans Commercial Loans Mortgage Consolidation Reverse Mortgages Motor Vehicle Loans SMSF Loans Machinery/Equipment Loans 6224 4402 E: info@fbthobart.com.au F: 6224 5547 170 Macquarie Street, Hobart Australian Credit Lience 385027 ‘...a conversation worth having today.’ At Ritchie Advice we know the first step to getting financial advice is often the biggest - that’s why we’ve made the process easy. We take the time to listen to your story, evaluate your needs and help you plan your future. We ensure you stay on track to realise your dreams. And to top it off your first appointment is free. So call us today and arrange your no obligation FREE chat. Ritchie Advice Pty Ltd ABN 12 150 128 448, is a Corporate Authorised Representative of Dover Financial Advisers Pty Ltd, Australian Financial Services Licensee No. 307248. Drew and Jane, Ritchie Advice Clients Financial Planning Superannuation Insurance SMSF Conversations that count 336 Elizabeth Street North Hobart Tel: 03 6234 1488 Email: admin@ritchieadvice.com.au www.ritchieadvice.com.au Hobart Observer June 2015 7 COMMUNITY NEWS New online farmers’ marketplace a real ‘pozibility’ A NEW grassroots project is aiming to change the way Tasmanian consumers access their food. “Fork to Fork” is an online farmers’ market designed by Sprout Tasmania, a not-for- profit organisation dedicated to supporting local food producers. The site will allow cafes, restaurants and grocery stores to buy local produce directly from producers. Sprout chief executive Alice Percy said the online marketplace would enable chefs and grocers to directly select and buy produce that was in season and fresh. “It will be a win-win for producers, who will have their own retail store, and commercial customers, who will be able to view what produce is available, where it is grown or raised and when it can be delivered,” she said. Dr Percy said with produce initially tended by the fork in the ground, Tasmanian consumers would also benefit by enjoying freshly harvested food via the fork on their plate. “Consumers increasingly expect to know where their food comes from and we anticipate that chefs and grocers will be able to take pride in explaining the provenance of the produce and the interesting stories behind it,” she said. To raise the set-up funds needed, Sprout Tasmania has launched a “Pozible” Fork to Fork crowd-funding campaign. “We have already been donated a delivery van and we have a clear vision of producers being able to log into the marketplace and list the produce they have for sale,” Fork to Fork project manager Erika Avellaneda Celis said. “But we need money to be able to build the website and make it all happen.” To view the Fork to Fork informative video or to pledge your financial support, visit www. pozi.be/forktofork. For more information about Sprout Tasmania go to www. sprout.org.au. Travelling either away from winter, or else straight into it! Add to all this, an absolutely beautiful publishing job done by Hardie Grant/Explore Australia. Simply one of the loveliest contemporary Tasmanian pictorials. Picnic in Provence by Elizabeth Bard pbk $29.99 Frenchy foodie memoirs, a penny a pound (a euro a kilo?) and often (dare we say it?) a bit boring. But Elizabeth Bard? Au contraire! Honest, funny, romantic ... this is the follow on the Lunch in Paris. We recommend both! For the Love of Food by Helen Hayward hbk $49.95 One of the best yet collections of Tasmanian food stories and recipes. Insightfully charming and revealing interviews with 41 people (yes you Nick Nikitaris, flinging your octopus sandwich onto the roof) involved in Tasmania’s food industry. And recipes. The Antarctic Book of Cooking & Cleaning by Wendy Trusler & Carol Devine hbk $49.99 June release A journey through an austral summer, when a group of dedicated individuals—54 people from 5 countries - picked up nearly 3 decades’ worth of garbage during a 3-month period in Antarctica. Devine, a humanitarian who piloted the project, and Trusler, a visual artist and cook, use journal entries, letters, provision lists, recipes, and menus to document their voyage. They share pithy, insightful observations on life, food, science, politics, and the environment. Showcased throughout are modern and vintage photos and vignettes from Antarctica’s short history. Back row, from left, Huon Producers Network president Trev Wittmer, Ethos chef Iain Todd and Huon Producers Network coordinator Linda Cockburn. Front row, from left, Sprout Tasmania chief executive officer Alice Percy and Fork to Fork project manager Erika Avellaneda Celis. (Advertisement) Andrew Wilkie YOUR INDEPENDENT IN CANBERRA Want to get in touch with Andrew? 3 Feel free to drop by the office at 188 Collins Street Hobart 3 Phone 6234 5255 3 Email andrew.wilkie.mp@aph.gov.au 3 Post GPO Box 32 Hobart 7001 3 Twitter @wilkiemp 3 Mobile office every Friday 10am-2pm at Northgate 3 Facebook at www.facebook.com/andrewwilkiemp 3 Book a Skype call www.andrewwilkie.org Andrew Wilkie MP Independent Member for Denison Authorised by Andrew Wilkie MP 188 Collins Street Hobart Tasmania 7000 8 Hobart Observer June 2015 Delights of a changing season Chocolate, nuts and more Coal River Farm is now offering the most delicious nutty chocolate creations. We are doing the rounds at markets in Hobart and are offering all our yummy creations online. 15 $ 00 PATE DE FRUITS Come and enjoy the freshest berries, luscious chocolate creations, caramelised nuts or luxurious jams. We have more and more on offer each and every day. chocolate teddy lollipop 2 $ 50 8 $ 00 SANDY caramelised almonds and hazelnuts 12 $ 95 chocolate jewels ORDER ONLINE AT WWW.COALRIVERFARM.COM.AU OR FIND US AT THE MARKETS While we build our awesome makers centre for you to visit you can still gorge on our delicious creations. Order online at www.coalriverfarm.com.au or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/coalriverfarm to be one of the first to visit us in the flesh. You can also call us on 1300 455 196. Hobart Observer June 2015 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Resource Work Community stars shine in the spotlight Cooperative: more than just a tip shop Paul Shearing and his daughter, Raquel, strike a pose for the Snapshot community photography project. A COMMUNITY initiative using the power of imagery and storytelling has helped to celebrate the lives of those closest to people with disabilities. “Snapshot” is the brainchild of UR Connected, a major community arts project by Supported Tenancy Accommodation and Respite (STAR) Tasmania and the Parkside Foundation. The event, which was held during National Families Week in Hobart, involved a team of photographers volunteering their skills to take free portraits of individuals and their family members with a disability. Snapshot photographer Ron Franks said the team was excited to share the stories of those in the community who give so much of themselves. “Often these are people who do not have the time, let alone desire, for family portraits,” he said. 127 Argyle Street SOLD to a cash buyer “Our goal is to find images for our print exhibition in December and to share some behindthe-scenes shots on our Facebook page. “We are volunteers with a passion for photography - we love what we do and it is great to meet others and get them involved in something they may not otherwise consider.” The UR Connected initiative aims to bring community members together to build awareness of people with disabilities. The project aims to produce 2015 works of art for the year 2015. A range of images and stories will be shared on the project’s Facebook page: https://www. facebook.com/snapshotcelebrating For more information about UR Connected initiative go to www. startas.org. BEST known for the iconic South Hobart Tip Shop, Resource Work Cooperative is a growing not-for-profit enterprise on a mission to change the way Tasmanians view their rubbish. Founded in 1993, Resource has three goals: to reduce waste, to create sustainable employment and to promote waste minimisation in the community. Starting as a small shop running out of a shipping container, Resource has grown into a self-sustaining enterprise, diverting more than 1000 tonnes of materials from landfill each year through the South Hobart Tip Shop, Collectables, the Community Pick Up Service, the Deconstruction Service and Art From Trash. Resource Work Cooperative coordinator Matthew Allen said the South Hobart Tip Shop, which opened in 1995, was now the largest tip shop in Tasmania, stocking countless salvaged and donated treasures. “Just about everything that has ever been sold is given a second chance from ending up as landfill – books, clothing, homewares, building materials, sports equipment, tools, gardening equipment and much more,” he said. “The Tip Shop also incorporates a drivethrough Resource Recovery Area where customers can drop off their reusable goods and save a trip to the landfill.” Resource Work Cooperative has been recognised for its achievements with a number of awards over the years, including the Dr Edward Hall Environment Award, The Small Business Sustainability Award and the Minister’s Choice Award in the Tasmanian Awards for Environmental Excel- lence. “As a not-for-profit enterprise, every dollar earned through the sale of reusable goods goes back into fulfilling the goals of reducing waste, creating sustainable employment, and promoting waste minimisation in the community,” Mr Allen said. “Resource has also supported hundreds of community groups over the years with donations of goods, and donates much-needed funds to a range of local and international causes.” Mr Allen said that with a number of exciting projects being developed, including a dedicated facility for community reuse and recycling education projects, Resource Work Cooperative had a bright future ahead. For more information about Resource, or any of its projects, visit www. resource.coop. 10 REASONS TO JOIN FRIENDS HEALTH & FITNESS THIS WINTER 1. 100% OFF joining fees & 2 FREE personal training sessions^*. Off to a great start! 2. Train indoors out of the dark and cold of winter. Sold! 3. 25 metre indoor pool, spa and steam room. Ok, now we’re talking!! 4. Fully equipped free weights gym and pinloaded machines. Tick! 5. Electronic cardio gym, theatre. Awesome! ^PT sessions only apply to gym memberships. *PT sessions to be used in first month. Offer ends 31/7/15 6. Spin cycle studio. That’ll get the legs moving! 7. Large group fitness area and over 45 group fitness classes per week. Even better! 8. Free child minding for members. Hallelujah! 9. Personal trainers and tailored programs. I need all the help i can get. 10. Open 7 days a week and most public holidays. Sign me up now! Call us today to sign up or arrange a tour. 7 Wilson Street, North Hobart Phone: (03) 6234 2949 E-mail: fhf@friends.tas.edu.au www.friendshealthandfitness.com.au facebook.com/FriendsHealthandFitness PUZZLE TIME 10 Hobart Observer June 2015 two-way crossword cryptIc clUes ACROSS 1 Once you get to the wharf, steer away to be aquatic but not marine (10) 6 Excavation of a salvaged newspaper article (7) 8 The actual number that are alive, when captured (4) 9 Lozenge delivery (4) 10 It would be an improvement if you mixed the henna extract with concrete (11) 11 Used deception and brought action (4) 13 Sway with ease between right and left boundaries (4) 14 Put a new fabric on the chairs and they get better (7) 15 My collector left out a vehicle (10) DOWN 1 The lass freely danced away most courageously (10) 2 A human being who suggests a variety of African-American music (4) 3 You may depict our cow later in an artistic medium (11) 4 Be inclined to make a dent perhaps (4) 5 Sounds like upper case vowels know how to profit from the situation (10) 6 Dishonest riches a checkout operator found (7) 7 Perhaps more jealous of the one who is more environmentally conscious? (7) 12 Edward somehow swallowed a bee which was something outstanding! (4) 13 Depend upon a poorly tuned lyre? (4) QUIZ Solutions on page 18 Joke Two elderly couples were chatting when one man asked the other, ”Fred, how was the neurologist you went to?” “Outstanding,”Fred replied.”They taught us the latest memory techiniques – visualisation, association – it’s made a huge difference.” “That’s great! What was the name of the clinic?” Fred went blank. Then a smile broke across his face and he asked,”What do you call that red flower with the thorns?” “You mean a rose?” “Yes, that’s it! “He turned to his wife. “Rose, what was the name of that clinic?” sUdokU 1 Which Russian historical figure was the subject of a disco song by Boney-M? 2 Who wrote the adventure novel The Call of the Wild? 3 What is the name of the IBM computer that featured on the gameshow Jeopardy? 4 The three colours on the flag of Romania are red, blue and what? 5 Which planet was the Galileo spacecraft mission’s final destination? 6 Montenegro has a coastline on which sea? 7 Who was appointed acting leader of the British Labour Party after Ed Miliband’s resignation in 2015? 8 What is China’s Tiangong-1? 9 Which US political comedy grew out of the BBC program The Thick of It? 10 Plato (pictured) accused Aristophanes’ play The Clouds of contributing to the death sentence of which philosopher? difficulty: medium sudoku © Reuben’s Puzzles How to play: You are given a 9x9 grid which has been divided up into nine 3x3 boxes. The aim of the game is very simple: to fill each row, column and 3x3 box with the numbers from 1 to 9 inclusive. solUtIons STACK Magazine gives Tasmanian home entertainment fans the ultimate one stop entertainment bible every month; film, music and games. So, for your essential guide to the best new movies, sounds and gameplay pick up STACK, FREE in all JB Hi-Fi stores now or visit www.stack.net.au crossword DOWN 1 Courageously (10) 2 Spiritual aspect of person (4) 3 Painting medium (11) 4 Look after (4) 5 Take advantage of (an opportunity) (10) 6 Checkout operator (7) 7 More verdant (7) 12 Amount owing (4) 13 Depend (4) sUdokU ACROSS 1 Aquatic but not marine (eg. of fish) (10) 6 Piece of plant for propagation (7) 8 Actual (4) 9 Delivery (4) 10 Improvement (11) 11 Litigated (4) 13 Scottish dance (4) 14 Regain health (7) 15 Two-wheeled vehicle (10) SEE IT, PLAY IT, HEAR IT: BROUGHT TO YOU BY STACK 1. Rasputin. 2. Jack London. 3. Watson. 4. Yellow. 5. Jupiter. 6. Adriatic. 7. Harriet Harman. 8. Space station. 9. Veep. 10. Socrates. QUIck clUes QUIZ DISC of the month: Foxcatcher Wearing a rubber nose doesn’t necessarily guarantee you an Oscar. Nicole Kidman got one for her prominent proboscis as Virginia Woolf, but Ian McKellen didn’t as Gandalf. Neither did Steve Carell, whose beak-like hooter in Foxcatcher helped transform him from funny to frightening. Nasal jokes aside, it’s Carell’s spellbinding performance as eccentric millionaire and wrestling coach John du Pont that makes Bennett Miller’s tragic, true-life sports story an absolute must-see – we’ll leave you to discover the grim details of what transpired on the Foxcatcher ranch, when du Pont secured the services of Olympic Gold Medal-winning wrestler Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) and his brother Dave (Mark Ruffalo) to train a team for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. The theme of a naive youngster being seduced by wealth, drugs and success recalls both Boogie Nights and Behind the Candelabra, and a disturbing and uncomfortable tone saturates this intense character study; a mood heightened by Carell’s incredibly creepy portrayal (full of awkward silences and calculating stares) of a man stewing in his own emotional repression. While Carell’s transformation is a highlight, Channing Tatum undergoes an equally impressive metamorphosis from hunky rom-com regular and Jonah Hill comedy sidekick to brooding and bitter former champion consumed by a similar sense of self-loathing. Ruffalo (always good) received the film’s supporting actor Oscar nom, but it was Tatum who really deserved it. Foxcatcher offers much more than just watching two Hollywood stars playing against type – it’s the antithesis of all those feel-good, formula American sports films, and that alone is worth the price of the disc. Article written by Scott Hocking for STACK Magazine and DVD released by Roadshow. ALBUM of the month: Jamie xx - In Colour It’s tempting to lazily tag Jamie Smith (AKA Jamie xx) as the latest wunderkind. But both his production track record (Radiohead and Florence remixes, the honour of re-working Gil Scott-Heron’s final album) and the thrilling nature of new solo album In Colour mean the epithet fits. One third of UK band The xx, Jamie spent three years completing this love letter, of sorts, to the better elements of England’s dance scene of the last 25 years. By no means simply a disparate collection of strong ideas, In Colour is best experienced from start to finish – because it’s an energised, assured and compelling rush that should beguile, engage and exhilarate anybody with a genuinely curious ear and an eye on new directions in music. It’s also a quintessentially, and quite deliberately, British record. Jamie bathes proudly in fragmented strands of UK dance culture, dipping into everything from post-jungle dissonance to urban soul, scattering disembodied samples of English street and club life throughout. But what makes In Colour really captivating is the ease with which it skates around clichés; it’s a skillfully danced tightrope between the soulful and the melodic that avoids overloading the empty spaces, and talks to those who live the experiences of the culture it comes from. It’s a real music lover’s record, about being who you want, if only for a night. Opener Gosh is all clamouring, scattershot, rhythmic clatters and threatening bass before a tide of over-arching keys (that may, gently, remind you of The Clash’s Straight to Hell) give way to Sleep Sound, a vaguely bucolic step and shuffle best heard on headphones. See Saw ups the rhythm and the ante with a tasteful house feel, as The xx’s Romy Madley-Croft makes her first of two guest vocal turns. Just Saying is a perfect mid-point: it’s the drift in the ears at dawn after that big night – when next you wander deserted streets at sunrise, here’s a soundtrack. The dank bass textures and sirens of Hold Tight summon classic UK electro (a touch of Orbital), while Loud Places will be an anthem (Romy’s other guest spot is a star turn; the refrain is a rush, and an earworm). But it’s Oliver Sim’s beautiful vocal turn on Stranger in a Room that sums up In Colour, his voice hanging in the song’s delicate space: “You want to disappear in a crowd/ just a stranger in a room/ change your colour/ just for the night.” It’s got a digital heart and an analogue soul: a dance record few will move to, but a captivating journey through pure music to be enjoyed. Article written by Jonathan Alley for STACK Magazine and album released by Remote Control / Inertia GAME of the month: The Witcher III: Wild Hunt You wake up in your keep, walk to the balcony and look out over a mountain range more picturesque than anything you’ve seen in a video game since Skyrim. Welcome to The Witcher III. They told us it would be big, but we never expected this. CD Projekt Red’s latest redefines the term “open-world role-playing game”, where choice plays such a dominant role. Faced with a world where good and evil aren’t necessarily obvious, you find yourself fretting over the choices you make, and worrying about their potential impact on the world around you. The Witcher III offers a realm of limitless exploration. Tasked with searching for protagonist Geralt’s adopted daughter Ciri and partner Yennifer, players must use their monster-slaying skills and acute Witcher senses to take on the ravages that the game world throws at you. The combat system works seamlessly with its newly-implemented dodge mechanics, and the Witcher signs will prove invaluable when you need to turn the battle in your favour. Being a professional never looked or felt so satisfying. When you’re not following the main quest, there are a plethora of side-quests – which don’t simply ask you to be a courier – with the potential to keep you occupied for hours (and we mean hours). The vibrant environment in which you find yourself begs to be discovered and a compelling narrative will have you thinking about the game long after a session has concluded. Why this game is so appealing is difficult to put into words. If you’re a fan of RPGs, The Witcher III is simply a must-buy. Get lost in the allure of this engaging open world; become distracted hunting rabbits, or let the story engross you. The Hunt is afoot. Article written by Alesha Kolbe for STACK Magazine and game released by Namco Bandai. Hobart Observer June 2015 11 COMMUNITY NEWS Ogilvie students explore Stay ChatTY the Western Front plans inaugural charity ball The Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize group at the Bayernwald trenches on the Ypres Salient battlefields, Belgium. OGILVIE High School students Alice Curtain and Lilah Gmelig recently commemorated the ANZAC centenary in a very special way. As two of five Tasmanian students who won the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize (FMMP), Miss Curtain and Miss Gmelig travelled to northern France and Belgium to visit World War 1 (WWI) battlefields on the Western Front. The FMMP is an essay-based competition for year nine students that promotes and preserves the meaning of the ANZAC spirit in the Tasmanian community. Miss Curtain said she had always been interested in WWI and history in general, so when she heard about the FMMP she was “immediately intrigued.” “I chose to enter because the chance to learn more about WWI and our soldiers would be a once in a lifetime opportunity,” she said. “I became very fascinated with the personal stories of the ANZACs and their families’ experiences at home, along with how the legend has survived for 100 years.” Miss Gmelig said her interest was sparked after learning about WWI in class. “I was looking to push myself a bit further and the FMMP was the perfect opportunity,” she said. “My dad has always had an interest in WWI and it surely rubbed off on me. “Ever since I was little he has taken me to the ANZAC Day Dawn Service and I have always known the importance of remembering our diggers.” The FMMP group travelled to France and Belgium from 16-30 April. The students spent 10 days visiting WWI battlefields on the Western Front, where Frank MacDonald (Tasmania’s last surviving ANZAC soldier) bravely fought. Miss Gmelig said when she found out a she had won a spot on the trip there were “tears, screams and honest disbelief.” “The prize was so incredible, it was unbelievable to me,” she said. “I was so excited about learning things in a way I never have before and we got to experience something together that not many people would understand the power behind. “I want to go back some day with my dad and show him all the amazing places we went – all the places he’s read of and is interested in. “After all, he started this passion for me, so it’s something I want him to experience as well.” Miss Curtain said the trip, and experience as a whole, was more than she ever could have imagined. “The previous participants had told me stories, so my expectations were high,” she said. “But the experience of FMMP was more than their stories could ever tell. It has changed my life.” As part of the competition, students were required to answer one of two questions about WWI via an essay or media presentation. In her essay, Miss Curtain discussed the significance of ANZAC Day in the immediate years after the Gallipoli landing. “I discussed how ANZAC Day has the ability to bring us together as a nation and how it is important to remember the event because there is no longer anyone alive who was at the Gallipoli landing,” she said. “I chose this stance because of the people who celebrate it and how it represents our modern Australia being recognised by the world.” Miss Gmelig took a different approach and argued the importance of ensuring that both service men and women were equally honoured for forging the ANZAC spirit. “I believe that our nurses are the forgotten heroes of WWI,” she said. “Especially at that time, and even now, they aren’t viewed as sharing the same spirit that the men are so well known for. “Irrespective of rank, role or duty, all those who served for our country did so with courage, resilience and mateship.” For more information about the FMMP, go to www.dpac.tas.gov.au/ divisions/csrt/programs_ and_services/frank_macdonald_memorial_prize Members of the Stay ChatTY inaugural charity ball committee are from left, Karen Ford, Mitch McPherson, Brooke Batchelor, Emma Mahoney and Ami Cason. Absent: Jane Mannion, Kim Rosinski, Kelley Jurgens, Chantal Hopwood, Tessa Cason and Sahar Mohamad. MITCH McPherson has spent the past two years hosting community events and fundraisers and talks across schools, workplaces and clubs in a bid to communicate a key message – “SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY”. After tragically losing his brother Ty to suicide in 2013, Mr McPherson founded SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY - a registered not-for-profit charity that continues to grow by raising awareness about the importance of seeking help and helping others. However, perhaps the largest of Stay ChatTY’s events is to come with the announcement of the inaugural SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Confetti charity ball, which will be held on Saturday 8 August at Princes Wharf No. 1. Shed. Confetti is collaboration between Stay ChaTY and the National Australia Bank (NAB) to raise much-needed funds and awareness for suicide prevention. The black tie function will include guest speakers, live band entertainment, a raffle, an auction, and food and alcohol. Among the highlights will be a stand up comedy routine by special guest Matt Okine from Triple J’s Matt and Alex breakfast program. SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY is now Mr McPherson’s fulltime job, something he said he would never have predicted. “I say it every day that I would go back to being a glazier to have my brother back, but this is what I feel I should be doing now,” he said. “This ball will be an awesome night, while also raising money and awareness for suicide prevention – it is a ‘win, win’. “However, it would not be possible without our sponsors or the hard work of NAB staff and for that I am truly grateful.” SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Confetti inaugural charity ball tickets are $190 per person, which includes all entertainment, food and alcohol. For more information about the ball or to book a ticket email Brooke.M.Batchelor@ nab.com.au. If you would like to learn more about Stay ChatTY go to www. staychatty.com.au or call 6279 5073. Resource Work Cooperative - The re-use experts Tip Shop and Collectables Community Pick-Up Service Come and browse the selection of goods at Tasmania’s biggest Tip Shop! If you’ve visiting the tip, come and see us first - you can drop off your re-usable goods in our drive-through area, and save! Do you have something that’s just too good to throw away? Can’t make it to the Tip Shop to drop it off? Call the Community Pick Up Service and we will come to you! We collect: Furniture - Homewares - Electronics - Clothing - and MORE! 31a McRobies Rd, South Hobart. Open 8am-4pm Mon to Fri and 10am-4pm Sat and Sun. www.resource.coop Phone 1300 575 866 for service www.resource.coop 12 Hobart Observer June 2015 PET TALK The Observer supports TheHobart Glenorchy Gazetteproudly proudly supports the Centre theHobart HobartCats Cat Centre Good things come to those who wait 12 Selfs Point Road , New Town. 6278 2111 George An affectionate & playful 6yo boy Chloe A independent 8yo girl Pip A striking 18mo girl Tabatha a lovely 2 year old girl By Scott Hunt The Dog Grumbler IN previous articles I have discussed patience as applied to obedience and behaviour training. However, patience is just as an important topic when dealing with problems. Patience is perhaps the most important quality for a dog trainer and without it you are doomed. A dog cannot understand spoken word so you have to show commands. This is how all animals learn, by predicting events based on experience. To teach a dog the behaviour you require from it you have to create that experience more than one time. Having said that, there are occasional instances where a dog understands something immediately. It will only step in a fire once, for example, but most of the things we want our dogs to learn involve living in human society. Dogs are still non-verbal, olfactory, movement-focused animals living in a visual, verbal human system and need time to build a boundary. Do not give up just because something does not work straight away. Your dog is capable of learning almost anything as long as you are clear, repetitive and consistent and that means time and patience. Most of the time when I help with dog behavioural problems, I meet the dog and its owner/s and finish by telling them that there is nothing wrong with their dog that cannot be fixed by clarity, repetition, consistency and patience. It is not easy, just simple. The dog will do the work if you give it a chance. This does not mean repeating yourself for an entire day, it just means doing it the same way every time. Let your dog sleep on a completed sequence and create a memory that involves the thing it reacts to and ends happily. This is how some people get to have amaz- ingly well behaved dogs. It has nothing to do with the price owners paid for training or the size of the enclosure the dogs live in. In every case those teach you what is truly valuable in your time on this earth and will reward you beyond your dreams if you are patient and respect it for the wonderful creature that it is. Pet of the Month winner: Duke, Bella and baby Mooney Sponsored by North Hobart Veterinary Hospital Duke, bella and baby mooney (5 days old) the day after the devastating Dunalley bush fires... My first moment with them after seeing them alive. To enter your pet in next month’s “Hobart Observer’s Pet of the Month” please email a photo and a few words about your pet to advertising@hobartobserver. com.au. All entries will be shared on our Facebook page and the winner will be the entrant with the most “likes” at the end of voting. CONGRATULATIONS Please contact the North Hobart Veterinary Hospital on 6234 7044 to arrange collection of your prize. For more information on these beautiful cats or to see others available please visit: www.hobartcatcentre.com.au dogs lived with consistency and patience. Give your dog a chance to do what it does best — to please a good boss. Your dog is here to The winning entry will feature in next month’s Hobart Observer and will win a bag of pet food to the value of $50 donated by North Hobart Veterinary Hospital. Entires for July close COB Monday 29 June Voting will close Monday 6 July Welcome to the Hobart Observer’s new regular feature ‘Pet Talk’. To advertise your pet related products or business here, please contact Kylie on 6210 5201 or email advertising@hobartobserver.com.au Hobart Observer June 2015 13 PET TALK Toxic foods for your pets By North Hobart Veterinary Hospital SHARING human foods with our beloved pets can be very dangerous. Below is a list that will help you understand some of the common foods or dangers around the house. But remember, this list does not include all toxins to animals. If you are worried that your pet my have ingested something toxic check with your vet immediately. Dangerous foods that pets should never eat: • Chocolate, coffee and tea: These products naturally contain a chemical that can cause vomiting and diarrhea, excessive thirst and urination, agitation and seizures, abnormal heart rhythm and even death. • Alcohol: Alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, incoordination, breathing difficulties, tremors, coma and the possibility of death. • Macadamia nuts: These nuts have caused weakness, depression, vomiting, tremors and fever in dogs. • Grapes, raisins and sultanas: These fruits are sweet and readily available in the fresh or dried form. However, the toxic part is not yet identified and eating them can cause kidney failure in animals. • Yeast dough: Yeast dough can rise and cause gas to accumulate in your pet’s digestive system. This can be painful and can cause the stomach or intestines to rupture. • Avocado: The leaves, fruit, seeds and bark of avocados contain persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs. Birds and rodents are especially sensitive to avocado poisoning as it can affect the heart and lung function. Some ingestions may even be fatal. • Onions and garlic: These can cause gastrointestinal irritation and may lead to life threatening anemia. Problems can arise from long term feeding. • Xylitol: This maybe found in sugar free gums and sweets. Only a small amount is needed to cause vomiting, seizures and liver damage or failure. • Lillies: A beautiful flower, but can be highly toxic to cats if they touch or eat any part of it. Signs range from vomiting and diarrhea to kidney failure. • Human medications: Vets have seen a number of accidental poisonings recently. Ensure that sure all human medications are out of your pet’s reach. Human medicines can be fatal to our pets. If you think your pet may have eaten a toxic substance contact your veterinarian immediately. Your veterinarian needs to know the substance, the amount that was eaten and at what time it was eaten. 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It is hoped the permanent frames that the artwork is displayed in will provide an ongoing opportunity for the council to highlight children’s voices in the future. Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey said the annual National Family Week was a time to celebrate with your family, make contact with your extended family and friends, and share in the enjoyment of family activities within the wider community. “It is a time to celebrate the meaning of family and to make the most of family life,” she said. Other activities during National Families Week 2015 included “City of Hobart Bush Adventures” introduction to orienteering programs, sessions on how to build a healthy lunchbox, family fun in Elizabeth Street Mall and a balloon-filled story time at the Hobart LINC. From left, Colony 47 volunteers Mhairi Kelly and Isabella Pisano and Colony 47 employment programs manager Glen O’Keefe. THE important contribution of thousands of volunteers was recently celebrated at the City of Hobart 2015 Volunteer Recognition Awards. Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey said the program was celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. “These awards present a wonderful opportunity to recognise the significant contribution of individual volunteers across Hobart and rewards organisations SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY INAUGURAL CHARITY BALL Confetti SATURDAY 8 AUGUST 2015 7PM | PW1, HOBART COMEDIAN MATT OKINE MUSIC BY EVERBURN Dress Black Tie | 18+ event $190 all inclusive | 10 places per table For bookings contact Karen on 03 6270 1501 karen.a.ford@nab.com.au www.staychatty.com.au that pursue excellence in volunteer management,” she said. This year 41 organisations were nominated for the Volunteer Recognition Award and four organisations were nominated for the Award for Best Practice in Volunteer Management. “Volunteers generally receive no material reward and yet 160,000 Tasmanians give up their time to work as volunteers every year,” Alderman Hickey said. “Volunteers are vital to our society and our economy. “It is hard to imagine our society functioning without the resources, time and effort that is freely contributed by volunteers.” Hobart City Council’s Community, Culture and Events chairman Dr Peter Sexton said the Award for Best Practice in Volunteer Management was particularly special. “This award is presented to an organisation that demonstrates the pursuit of best practice in co-ordinating, training, supporting and formally recognising their volunteers and involving them in decision making,” he said. “The judges commented on the examples of great work being done in the area of volunteer management. “The pursuit of ‘Best Practice’ in volunteer management deserves attention particularly considering that four out of every five Tasmanians volunteer. This year’s award for Best Practice Volunteer Management went to the Colony 47 Community Christmas Lunch. The Friends of the Theatre Royal received a highly commended award. “I extend my congratulations to all of the nominees and winners and thank them for their commitment to the wellbeing of our community,” Ald Hickey said. Hobart Observer June 2015 15 Part two - Is it the journey New website to help or the destination? Australian women in unsafe or unhealthy relationships Jo-Cordell Cooper preparing to leave Nepal on the day the earthquake struck. By Jo Cordell Cooper* LAST month I wrote to you about goal setting. I specifically talked about “Big Hairy Audacious Goals” (BHAG), which was a term proposed by James Collins and Jerry Porras in their 1994 book “Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies”. BHAGs are goals that change you, that make you reach higher than you have before, help you strive to become a “better you” and scare you enough to take action every day. These are goals that force your way out of your comfort zone, that excite you and maybe, even excite the people around you. My BHAG was walking to Everest Base Camp on the Tibetan side. Over a 12-month period I prepared myself physically, mentally and emotionally for this trek. However, by day three of this 21-day trip it was all over. I was in Nepal when the devastating earthquake hit the country on 25 April and immediately knew that we would not be trekking to Everest Base Camp this time, and that this poor country would be forever changed. So what next? What to do when you set your heart on something and cannot complete it through no fault of your own? What lessons can be learned? Of course, there was a lot of personal disappointment, but this was quickly put into perspective when I saw the destruction of beautiful Nepal and the effect this disaster had on its cheerful people. I was back in Tasma- • ProfessionalHearingHealthCare,servicingHobartand EasternSuburbssince2001. • OurAudiologistshavemorethanthirtyyearscombined experience. • ContractedtoprovideservicetoagedPensionersand Veterans. P:62441993E:reception@easternaudiologyservices.com.au W:www.easternaudiologyservices.com.au nia within a week having had what can only be described as a “whistle stop tour” of Chinese airports and one-and-a-half days in beautiful Lhasa, Tibet. I was exhausted, emotional and anxious, yet happy to be alive with my lovely family back in Tasmania where the earth does not rock beneath our feet. For a few days I was very restless. I wanted to hike and head off on any number of difficult treks. Kokoda, the Overland Track, Rinjani, Larapinta and Jatbula all came to mind and all were rejected because they were “too emotional,” “too volatile,” “not hard enough,” or “I did not have someone to go with.” It was time to set a new goal. I am now comfortable with my decision to stay put and properly plan a few local walks. Not much beats what we have in Tassie – it is temperamental, hard, sometimes technical and isolated, and the chance of an earthquake or volcano erupting is very unlikely. I have joined a local hiking group and I have a new local hiking buddy who I trust. Finding a BHAG taught me a lot about myself. When a friend asked whether I was disappointed about putting in all that physical preparation and not using it, I could honestly say I was not. It was a great year where I was fully focused on a goal. It was the journey that mattered, the destination was secondary. I have kept the exercise habits, mindset and I am eating well. Perhaps you can relate to this, or perhaps not, but once again I suggest you look deeply at a BHAG, be brave and go for it. *Jo Cordell-Cooper owns and operates the award-winning business Active Solutions and Health Network that specialises in women’s fitness at all ages and stages. For more information contact Jo on 0409 862206 or activesolutionstas@gmail.com or visit her website www.jocc. com.au NEARLY one in every five Australian women has experienced physical or sexual abuse at the hands of an intimate partner and a quarter has experienced emotional abuse. Research also shows that close to 40 women have lost their lives this year alone, and many more fear for their safety. Domestic violence affects women from all walks of life, across all cultures and all communities, and has many negative effects on women’s health and wellbeing. Unfortunately, many women experiencing domestic violence or in unhealthy or unsafe relationships do not receive the support that they need. Some women feel uncomfortable attending a domestic violence service or telling a health professional what is happening at home because they do not see themselves as a “domestic violence victim”. Meanwhile others are afraid that they will be judged for wanting to stay, or, alternatively, criticised for wanting to leave. For rural and regional women or women with disabilities, their location or personal situation can make it dif- own time. The website is password-protected and is equipped with various safety features such as a “quick exit” button. Preliminary testing by the university has suggested that I-DECIDE could be a good “first step” when women are unsure of where to go and what to do. One woman commented that after using I-DECIDE, she felt “reassured, as though my feeling afraid or unsafe was taken seriously.” I-DECIDE is currently being tested to measure its effectiveness in the wider population. All women aged 1650 who have concerns about their relationship are invited to visit www. idecide.org.au to test out the website. Participants receive up to $150 in gift vouchers as a token of appreciation. ficult for them to access specialised services. In a bid to address some of these issues, researchers from The University of Melbourne have developed a new website called I-DECIDE. The website allows women who feel personally unsafe or afraid of their partner to assess the health of their relationship, consider their safety, weigh up their priorities and make an individualised plan for action. It is designed to help women make decisions about their safety, and that of their children, whether they wish to stay, leave, or have already left the relationship. The website also provides links to support and resources in a woman’s state that can be followed up in their 20% of all Shop 1/383, Main Road chemical GLENORCHY P: 6272 8727 services JABEKS GG’s Great Grabs terms and conditions: One coupon per visit. Must be original coupon cut from the Hobart Observer newspaper. Expiry 30 June, 2015. 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And while it might be tempting to run out and spend a small fortune, there are a few ways that you can prepare for winter on a budget. It might sound obvious, but the best place to start is your own wardrobe. If your heavy-duty winter items are hidden away in the back of your closet, it is time to pull them out and give them a good once-over. Is the style/colour/ size of that beloved coat still as flattering as it used to be, or has it seen better days? If it is a quality item that you are just a bit bored with, consider updating the buttons or combining it with some brightly coloured accessories, such as a scarf for a bit of a lift. You will be amazed at how simple it can be to give your “go-to” winter outfit a brand new look. Layering can also be your friend, as the weather gets colder. Rather than a new dress, you might just need a few pairs of tights to transform your summer classic into winter’s hottest new look. Now that you know what you already have, you can figure out what is still missing from your winter wardrobe. Whether it is a new jacket, pants or pair of boots, splurge a little for quality pieces that will stand the test of time. Winter clothes are particularly worth investing in because they are often timeless staples – think leather jackets, trench coats and cashmere scarves. And do not forget to consider how your new pieces will work with your existing clothes for a look that will see through to next season and beyond. If you are on a budget and investing in expensive items is not worth maxing out your MasterCard for, there are other options. In Hobart we are lucky to be spoilt for places that offer great quality pre-loved clothing. The Overdressed Market is perfect for frugal fashionistas who want to update their wardrobe at bargain prices, and Facebook groups such as Hobart Clothing Exchange and HCE Sartorial mean you can shop for winter bargains in your pyjamas. And do not forget your local op shop! Op shops are an excellent starting point in the hunt for key pieces and you will be inspired by what you find. You will also be supporting local charities doing valuable work in the community – both by donating those clothes that no longer have a place in your wardrobe, and finding their feelgood replacements. *Susannah Slatter is the coordinator and founder of Overdressed Market, a quarterly fashion market for new and pre-loved women’s clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories in Hobart. The next Overdressed Markets will be held on Sunday 14 June, Sunday 27 September and Sunday 13 December. 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By Jonah Yick ON Thursday 30 of April, after months of preparation, it was time to finally try and catch a broadbill swordfish. My friends John Huskins and Rob Keeley were both as excited as I was to get going. John was particularly keen to get back on the water after catching his own swordfish just a month earlier, which weighed in at a mammoth 180 kilograms. However, before we could get out fishing, the wiring and lights on my trailer needed replacing, as well as the installation of a brand new sounder and transducer specifically for deep dropping off the continental shelf. Luckily, a quick call to Glenn at Formula Marine Tech meant everything was sorted within a couple hours and we were all set. After dropping the bait down to the bottom of the seafloor to around 450 metres, it took only 15 minutes before we had a bite – a swordfish came flying out of the water and the fight was on. Not long after we had the big fish pulled up alongside the boat and it was all over. 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Affecting men, women and children from all walks of life, the most common causes are financial difficulties, domestic violence and an accommodation crisis. Southern regional manager for the St Vincent De Paul Society Marina Campbell said during the winter months the society struggled to keep up with the great number of calls for assistance for doonas and blankets. “We are very grateful for the assistance of Goodman Conveyancing,” she said. Blanket and doona donations will be accepted between 9am-5pm weekdays at the office of Goodman Conveyancing at Level 9, 39 Murray Street, Hobart. Free whooping cough vaccine for pregnant women ALL pregnant women in Tasmania will be eligible to receive a free whooping cough vaccination from 1 June 2015. The free vaccine will be available for all women in their third trimester to protect babies in the first weeks after they are born. Women can obtain the vaccine from their general practitioner and from councils that provide adult vaccinations in addition to hospital antenatal services that choose to provide it. The Tasmanian Government will fund the free vaccine for the first time following an update to the 10th Edition of the Australian Immunisation Handbook in late March that recommended whooping cough vaccination in the third trimester of pregnancy. Minister for Health Michael Ferguson said it was important for mothers to have the vaccine early in every pregnancy, even in pregnancies are closely spaced, to ensure maximum protection to every infant. “Whooping cough can be deadly, especially for newborns, and this program provides them with the protection they need during the first weeks of life,” he said. Mr Ferguson said contemporary evidence showed that the ideal time for vaccination was between weeks 28 and 32 of pregnancy. 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PHONE 6208 0819 MONDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY See you at Barossa Park Lodge, 17a Clydesdale Avenue, Glenorchy Phone: 03 6208 0800 Email: barossapark@onecare.org.au Web: www.myonecare.com.au COMMUNITY NEWS Hobart Observer June 2015 19 SPORT Dramatic Damien By Paula Xiberras DAMIEN Leith is a regular visitor to Tasmania. Recently he was in the state to take part in “Camp Gallipoli”, where the community had a chance to camp under the stars like the original diggers and enjoy some entertainment while doing so. Damien described the event as “brilliant” and enjoyed the chance to spend some time roaming the streets of Hobart. One of the meanings behind the Leith name is “wide” and suitably, it’s very difficult to think of any other person in the public eye that shows accomplishment in such a wide variety of areas. With a scientific background in chemistry, a well-known career as a musician/ performer, songwriter and author, Damien now adds playwright and actor to that list. Damien tells me that acting was his first career choice until he happened to find himself performing as a musician and enjoying it. His love for acting has not abated and when he was asked by singer and TV host David Campbell and his wife (organisers of the Adelaide festival four-years-ago) to create something “Irish”, so began the journey of Damien’s play “The Parting Glass”, taking its name from the Scottish/Irish song. The premise of the play is the relationship between an Irish father and son, the latter of whom has left Ireland with hopes and dreams for life in Australia and has for five years ceased family connections and, as Damien said, “just vanished.” The play picks up the story when the father and son are reunited. Damien says he based some of the attributes of the father on the many characters he observed when he worked as a barman in Ireland. The play will also showcase Damien’s new album of Irish songs, the recording of which has long been a career ambition. The play unfolds in the setting of a pub with the band playing and the songs interspersed through the dramatic action at various points. Some of the songs are integral to the play such as “Raglan Road” which has a particular relevance to the character of the father, while the other songs that will be included are a surprise for each outing of the play. Damien adds that the play has funny aspects interwoven though its many different layered dimensions. You can see Damien in the Parting Glass on 14 August 2015 at Wrest Point Showroom, Hobart. The show starts at 8pm. Ladies football luncheon a huge success THE Hobart (Tigers) Football Club recently held its first annual “Ladies Luncheon” in honour of the important role women play in their football club and community. On Saturday 23 May, around 90 female football club members and supporters gathered at the Tasmanian Cricket Association (TCA) grounds for a catered two-course meal that celebrated their contribution to the sport. Hobart Football Club ladies committee member Beth Jeffrey said women were an important part of all football clubs. “Our club has long been acknowledged as a family club, so holding such events provides the opportunity for younger and older women to bond while working for a common cause,” she said. “The events that we hold are not only for our members but for the community to share, as we are mindful of our youth and the vehicle our football club provides in their development.” The luncheon was also attended by “on the couch” guest speakers, including Member for Denison and vice president of the Southern Football League (SFL) Madeleine Ogilvie MP and ‘Annybody Wellness’ leader Anny Fodor. “Madeleine spoke of the importance of women’s involvement in our game and time sharing between work and play, while Anny spoke on the importance of women’s health issues,” Ms Jeffrey said. “Having these guest speakers was well received by all in attendance who look forward to next year’s event.” Ms Ogilvie said the women’s luncheon was a key date in the club’s football calendar. “The Hobart Football Club joined the SFL at our invitation and we are very supportive of its traditions and history,” she said. “The luncheon was well attended with 90 women enjoying the warm hospitality, and I look forward to seeing the Hobart Tigers go from strength to strength.” Ms Ogilvie said the SFL was working hard to support clubs in building community connections, as well as encouraging female involvement in board positions. “Unfortunately, there is still a lot of work to do when it comes to upgrading club facilities across the south,” she said. “The TCA grounds are in desperate need of improvement and we fully support the Hobart Tigers in calling for an urgent upgrade.” For more information about the Hobart Football Club, go to www. hobartfc.com.au WIZZ-AWAY TRASH SAKS WIZZ-AWAY No more weekend trips to the tip! 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