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SAME DAY SERVICE 0415 966 469 AndrewsHomeServices.com.au EC 009715 PRINT POST APPROVED: 64383/00006 SUPPORTING SENIORS’ RECREATION COUNCIL OF WA (INC) 65,433 copies WA ’ S M O N T H LY P R E M I E R In this Issue PA P E R F O R T H E O V E R 45s VOLUME 22 NO. 08 ISSUE NO. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 • Let’s Go Travelling - Travel Editor Jennifer Merigan’s recent trip to Jahor Bahru, Malaysia and much more. • Food & Wine - delicious fare for February • Get on board the historic Duyfken • Aged Care feature Competitions/Giveaways See New York in Perth Long Way To The Top 10th Anniversary CD and DVD release Style Session with Zofia St James BOOK The Walls of Delhi TICKETS Zero Dark Thirty Lincoln OZ The Great and Powerful Family Proms Concert WA's longest running newspaper for the over 45s READ US ONLINE www.haveagonews.com.au Working late? Recovering from illness? W or just too tired to cook? Why not consider... W HOME CHEF® Dinners to your door! It’s Easy... 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Harper joined the museum’s curator of photography Sarah Meister, to ne tune the details of the exhibition which showcases 150 photos and 90 artists culled from a 25,000-strong collection spanning more than a century. The works, which cover the years 1888 to 2005, are iconic photographs from some of the world’s most celebrated photographers including Berenice Ab- bott, Diane Arbus, Henri CartierBresson, Nan Goldin and Cindy Sherman. They give a deep and meaningful insight into a fascinating city of many moods, at once vibrant and compelling but also dreamy and poetic, depicting a slice of the city’s history and culture down the years. The oldest photo in the exhibition dated 1888 is by Dutchman Jacob August Riis and shows a bandit truce in the Lower East Side. The most current is several photos by Michael Spano depicting the Big Apple and its modern day splendour. 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It may be helping with shopping, volunteering through local support agencies, hospitals, children, families, disadvantaged and people with disabilities, coaching a local sports team and helping with their sausage sizzle, or simply popping in for a cup of tea and providing some company for an elderly person in our community. The seven 2013 Western Australian Volunteer of the Year Award categories are; Volunteer of the Year, Youth Volunteer of the Year, Lifetime 3 STEM CELLS The future of anti-ageing skin care continued from front cover See New York in Perth After Before This result is after 17 days and he is 80 years of age by Josephine Allison “It’s a credit to Sarah Meister who made the curatorial selection of the works, based on bringing to Perth the work of many of the most legendary and highly regarded artists and photographs of New York through the 20th century,” she says. “But Sarah also brought in some of her personal favourites. “She started with some of the most iconic and precious works of the collection then eshed it out as the story she wanted to tell unfolded.” Sarah Meister, who visited Perth for the rst time for the exhibition opening, says it was especially tting for the exhibition to travel to Perth, literally half-way around the world, to test one of its central premises: how photography played a critical role in developing the image of New York City in world imagination. Meister curates the works of some of the living artists featured in the as the long and enduring tradition of photography in New York.” Carboni, who has lived and worked in New York, has a strong relationship with MoMA director Glenn Lowry who was more than happy to send the big collection of photos to WA. With Perth on the verge of evolving into a dynamic cultural centre, Harper says the exhibition is timely. “I encourage everyone to come and see this amazing exhibition,” she says. “It’s an absolute coup for Perth to have this calibre of show and precious WARVRA Western Australian Retirement Villages Residents Association art works.’ Picturing New York: Photographs from the Museum of Modern Art runs until 12 May. Phone Sandra Barnsley 9317 1186 or 0412 479 156 XR TM HAGN#045/251 Berenice Abbott (American, 1898–1991) Fifth Avenue, nos. 4, 6, 8, Manhattan March 20, 1936. Gelatin silver print, 15 x 19 1/4” (38.1 x 48.9 cm). The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Thomas Walther Collection. Purchase. © 2012 Berenice Abbott/Commerce Graphics Above: Another iconic image from the collection exhibition including celebrated German photographer Michael Wesely. The framed works were shipped to Perth in padded, temperature controlled crates and set up in specially prepared exhibition space. They will return to New York when the exhibition ends. Art Gallery of WA director Stefano Carboni says the exhibition is drawn from one of the most important collections of photography in the world. “It celebrates this extraordinary collection of immense calibre, as well Experience an all natural serum that works to reduce the signs of premature ageing by supporting the work of skin stem cells, the natural renewal system of the skin. Also ask me about Stem Cell Nutrition. WELCOME TO THE HAGN#026/251 ‘THE VOICE FOR RETIREMENT VILLAGE RESIDENTS’ OF RECLINING Experience the next generation of power recliners, with virtually limitless comfort positions at the touch of a button. 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What to Do? 40-41 Healthy Living 42-46 Healthy Ageing - Aged Care 48 Great Home & Gardening 50 Puzzles/Trades & Services 51-53 Arts 54 Friend to Friend 55 Scene Socially The winner of the Babies and Toddlers Aged Up To Two Years category is John Veling’s photograph of grand-daughter Tahlia who could be saying, “I’m keeping an eye on you!” The winner of the Grandchildren Aged from Two Years to the Teens category photo is June O’Neill’s photograph of her two grandsons Luca 10, and Joshua 8, relaxing after their rst Holy communion. An ofcial AGU Handicap and competition Golf at Mt Yokine, Mt Lawley, Wanneroo, The Cut, Vines, Joondalup and many more. Sound good? 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While we all know there can be only one winner in each category, every month we have had to make some hard choices when selecting the winning photos. In our opinion, all the photographs entered were winners. Moreover, the winning photos, certainly added a delightful ambience to page two. We loved them all! Congratulations to both winners who will each receive a cheque for $50. WA Police Pipe Band returns to the Quarry Golf Club of WA Inc TaxiTuesday Golf at 12 noon •Old photographs Restored.......................................$45 *RECEIVE A master.com.au. I recently attended the School Volunteer Program’s launch of their Strategic Plan ofciated by the Hon Peter Collier at SVP headquarters at The Rise, Maylands. Volunteers/mentors are always needed by SVP. They are required to attend a local school for one hour a week to mentor a student who could benet from the program. This wonderful initiative has over the years, through its volunteers/mentors, helped to make a difference in the lives of so many students. If you are interested in volunteering then contact SVP on 9444 8646 or email them at svpwa@svp.org.au Grandparent’s Favourite Clicks Competition HAGN#008/251 SENIOR CITIZENS FUNERAL SERVICE Seniors supporting seniors 24 hours all areas no thought of success, I entered the draw to be in the running to win the opportunity to have Andi and Josh come to my house to cook dinner. And win, I did! How good is that, dear readers? Watch this space for more about the dinner. To those readers who love ballet, do take the opportunity to see the sensational Ballet at the Quarry season presented by WA Ballet. Why not gather some friends together, take a picnic and maybe a bottle of wine and enjoy wonderful dance, in balmy summer weather under the stars at the Quarry Amphitheatre. The season runs until 2 March and bookings can be made for a Special Valentine’s performance Thursday 14 February. For more information, log on to www.waballet. com.au or to book - ticket- HAGN#117/251 Publishers: Concept Media Street address: 137 Edward Street, Perth WA 6000 Postal Address: PO Box 1042, West Leederville, WA 6901 Tel: (08) 9227 8283 Fax: (08) 9227 8293 HELLO Everyone, It’s been a busy couple of weeks here at Have a Go News with each of us attending many enjoyable outings, both personal and work related. Two standout, but very different occasions were milestone parties for two dear friends with each celebrating a 50th and 60th birthday. Both parties were fabulous. One was held at a rural property in the hills with a sixth birthday theme that included jumping castles, water slides, fairy oss machines and dress-ups - the other was at Ascot Racecourse: no need to expand on what we enjoyed there. Thank you to our dear friends for including us in their special celebrations. During the month, we also went along to Channel Seven’s 2013 programme launch. The station has some wonderful shows lined up for the year including their extremely popular cooking series My Kitchen Rules (MKR). At the launch were several MKR contestants including WA’s Andi Thomas and Josh Maldenis. See Scene Socially for a photo of the delightful duo with Andrew Paton, one of last year’s WA contestants, who with his partner Emma Donnelly were marked as the WA “Scientists”. Sadly, although one of the most popular couples in the series Andrew and Emma were eliminated quite early. Wonder of wonders, with PAUL BARNSLEY Ph 9203 5133 or Mobile 0403 023 621 HAGN#047/251 4 THE WESTERN Australia Police Pipe Band (WAPOL) will return to the Quarry on Wednesday 13 March 2013 to present its all new concert. Formed in 1966, the Western Australia Police Pipe Band proudly serves the community of Western Australia. The band performs a dual role; during its ‘down time’, when not performing and rehearsing, members provide a support role by working in various sections of WA Police. WAPOL performs for many Government, community and charity organisations throughout WA in addition to its ceremonial duties within WA Police. Under the musical direction of Pipe Major, James Murray, WAPOL’s brand new concert is the culmination of many months of hard work. The performance will be a musical spectacle representing many musical genres with traditional and non-traditional instruments. The show features many original compositions and some new arrangements of selected classic WAPOL tracks. The concert will be recorded so come along and be part of WAPOL’s latest CD. For further details contact Danny on 9370 7183, or email: daniel.bowles@police.wa.gov. au HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 First World War I trench raid by Diggers DOUG Walsh wants to make contact with the descendants of those diggers who took part in the rst Black Anzac raid on Axis lines during the First World War. “I have a complete list of names of the 64 who took part in the raid, the tasks allocated to each man and a Forty-one Black Anzac soldiers outside the AIF headquarters in Horseferry lane, London 1916 a book about them, which were not so keen.” photograph of 41 of them. “I would like to be able to he hopes to publish on the There was little action join up the names with the 100th anniversary of the raid for the rst two months but in four years time. photograph,” he said. patrols of the Australian “In 1916 the allies had Imperial Force (AIF) 7th Doug has his father’s service records. Claude taken a battering on the Brigade found the German Walsh fought on both World western front. After Gallipo- lines only lightly defended Wars and was one of the li, Anzacs took over from and listening posts often unthe British near Armentieres attended. raiders. For the past 20 years on the French border. The In May, 73 volunteers beDoug has been researching French were keen to regain gan training advised by two the exploits of the Black territory occupied by the experienced Canadian ofAnzacs. He plans to write Germans, but the British cers. They practised mock Mandurah’s Stan Fennell wins prestigious cycling award by Elvern Webb WANTED: Interested in joining a table tennis group ern Australia has grown approximately 20 per cent compared to ve per cent nationally. He is particularly thrilled that The Peel Cycling Club has grown from 25 members to 225 in eight years. Well into his 70s, a t Stan is still an active recreationalist cyclist. 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HAGN#097/251 MANDURAH resident, Stan Fennell and his wife, Aileen, were guests of Cycling Australia for its prestigious Awards night last November, where Stan was presented with Cycling Australia’s Volunteer of the Year 2012 Western Australia award, at Sydney’s Wentworth Sotel Hotel. It was icing on the cake for Stan after being a nalist for the ANZ Sports Star of the Year in 2011. He has also been granted four club life memberships. Stan has been involved in cycling both as a competitor and ofcial since 1953, when he together with some workmates joined the Floreat Park Amateur Cycling Club. He later moved to Mount Helena, and became a member of the professional cycling club, Midland – Bassendean. In 1985 Stan competed in Austria in the World Veteran’s Championships in the 45 to 49 age division. He rode in three events, coming 9th, 14th and 18th, with large elds in each race. He and Aileen have also attended the Tour De France. Stan said it is pleasing to see the growth of both recreational and competitive cycling in Australia in the last seven years. However, interest in cycling in West- attacks and trained for various roles. On 4 June, 64 diggers, their faces blackened with charcoals (hence known as the Black Anzacs) set out to raid the enemy position. “It was the rst Australian action on the Western Front. The attack was aborted when they found the German listening posts were occupied, but the party Doug knows the names of the Canadian ofcers: both were killed later in the war and of the Anzacs who took part. He also knows the burial places of those who did not return from the war. “My interest is to identify those in the photo. I only know the names of two or three, including my father. I’m hoping Have a Go News readers can help me with personal information from their family records. “I’d also like to know more about the German prisoners.” For more information Doug has launched a website blackanzacs.org.au with further information on the raid. Editor’s note: Readers who may be able to identify those in the photo, can call us on 9227 8283 and we will pass on your information to Doug Walsh. HAGN#046/251 by Frank Smith was able to withdraw undetected.” The raid was repeated the following night, this time under the cover of an artillery barrage. They reached the German trenches and met with little resistance. The raiding party retired after a few minutes with three prisoners. Another 15 Germans were killed by mills bombs thrown into the dugouts or by the artillery barrage. The Anzacs lost two men from an artillery shell that fell short during the retreat. The intelligence collected from interrogation of the prisoners and documents seized proved invaluable. 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However, while talking to UK expat pensioners, I have noticed a considerable increase in the volume of claims that we have been making against the Department of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for tax that has been deducted in the UK when pensions should have been paid tax free or for tax that has been overpaid due to incorrect tax codes being issued. The correct tax code for most pensioners in Australia (except 410 and 405 retirement visa holders), should be “NT” (i.e. nil tax) All permanent residents and citizens of Australia should only be paying tax in Australia; there should be no tax liability in the UK. This is also the case even if the income is not sent to Australia. It would appear that this problem affects mainly expats who are in receipt of both a UK State Pension and a Personal/ Occupational Pension from the UK. As we approach the end of another UK tax year at 5 April 2013, this means that there will be another deadline passed for claiming back tax that has been incorrectly handled by HMRC. We are currently only allowed to claim back to the UK tax year 2008/9. Time is running out. I recommend any UK pensioner who is a permanent resident or citizen of Australia who has either been written to by the UK HMRC or Tax Coding departments to contact us for an immediate assessment as to whether they are paying taxes that they shouldn’t be paying or paying too much tax. Anyone who has any queries about whether they are entitled to receive a UK State Pension, how to boost their pension income before retirement and what they are entitled to claim as pensions, tax rebates and in some cases bereavement benets, is welcome to contact either Mike Goodall the local BPiA Coordinator in Western Australia on 6364 0859 or Jim Tilley on our free phone number 1300 308 353. www.bpia. org. Mike Goodall DEAR Jen On behalf of my husband and myself I wish to say ‘Thank you’ [to] Have a Go News for giving us the opportunity to win the wonderful prize of a trip to Kuala Lumpur with accommodation and spending money. We enjoyed the Air Asia ight out of Perth on 2 January and really appreciated a pre-arranged taxi to take us to our hotel right in the centre of bustling Kuala Lumpur. Christmas trees and lights were still glittering in the streets and shops with familiar Christmas Carol music which made us feel most welcome as we sauntered around the huge shopping Meccas. The amazing array of choices on every material thing, shoes, watches, perfume and clothing left us agog. Our three grandsons now have the latest basketball boots and our daughters and granddaughters are now the proud owners of batik designed blouses and dresses which we purchased during our half day city tour of the town. WE RECEIVED the following letter from one of our Mandurah readers who became lost on Christmas Day in the Kelmscott Armadale area. She was helped out by two residents who, although they were about to sit down with friends for lunch, offered their assistance. When we were not shopping we visited landmark sights like a walk in the covered and air-conditioned walk/tunnel to the Petronas Twin Towers and the beautiful park beneath them. On another day we taxied to the National Park to observe the dazzling display of orchids, then to the KL Bird Park and further down to the Buttery enclosure which was a photographer’s paradise. The weather was perfect with mild days and some rain at night. We used our spending money to lengthen our time in KL to seven nights and our home was a great hotel, the Melia, which was very restful with pleasant and attentive staff. Reluctantly we packed our bulging bags for the return ight home, both agreeing that Malaysia has more attractions to check out on another visit. Again, Jen, many thanks for a wonderful week away. Yours faithfully Adrianne and Bryan Tulloch Following is her letter to the good Samaritans. True Christian Spirit Thank you for your kindness to me on Christmas Day . I was lost, completely lost and very hot and thirsty. I am 76 years old and [had] come up from Mandurah into the new suburbs, where [when] I became lost Ed’s note: I can relate to Jenny’s poem. In fact, an immigration ofcer at a holiday destination airport questioned if the person pictured on my passport was really me! 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Bubbles Photo by Alma Sarhan Photography RECORDS & SHEET MUSIC WANTED Single items or complete collections. Ring PAUL anytime on 0417 974 914 or 9246 9657 BUBBLES came to Cat Haven just before Christmas, because her owner had too many cats and could not look after her anymore. The 18-month-old has taken it all in her stride, letting her gentle and loving nature shine through quickly. It will be hard to resist those stunning green eyes, particularly if she’s waiting at the y screen door to be let outside. Because of the large amount of white in her tabby coat, Bubbles should stay indoors at all times to avoid skin damage from sun exposure. Cat Haven has also extended its adoption hours during the week until 6.30pm to give Bubbles and all other cats and kittens a better chance of nding a home. To meet Bubbles phone the Cat Haven on 9442 3600 or visit her at 23 Lemnos Street in Shenton Park for more information. Please send to: The Salvation Army - Bequests, PO Box 8498, PERTH BC 6849 Yes, I’d like to know more about: (Tick one) Leaving a bequest to The Salvation Army Information to assist with preparing a Will Name _________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________ ___ State _______ Postcode _______ Email ______________________________ Telephone No. _______________ Best time to call ______ AM/PM I have already included The Salvation Army in my Will HAGN#032/251 Include a bequest to The Salvation Army in your Will and leave behind a future for people in need. To nd out more please call 1800 337 082 or visit us online at salvationarmy.org.au/wills Name and address withheld Jenny Hamilton Get the winning edge Parkinson’s Disease I called in at a strangers’ house to ask for help. (Does that remind you of that time so long ago?) I was taken in, given a cold drink and then taken all the way to my destination by the father and daughter [of the family]. Oh so kind. I sincerely thank you. Passport photo lament… Oh God I hate my passport photo I always look so grim But now I’m due another one And this time I will win! I’ve practiced now for days on end To get around the rules A hint of smile and laughing eyes The mirror became my friend So down the local post I went Still practicing my pose Stand there - ‘Chin up , no down’ they said And snapped me there and then. Oh God I hate my passport photo I still look awfully grim Just like the mug shots on TV Not young at heart and trim! BLACKJACK to WIN Phone 9346 7373 for appointment For Country Callers 1800 644 189 Submissions may be edited for clarity and space. HAGN#052/251 DURING December the International Consortium of British Pensioners (ICBP) of which BPiA is a founder member sent a special Christmas card to all of the UK Members of Parliament and the majority of the Members of the House of Lords. It depicted a war veteran with all his medals in a snow covered avenue of trees. The caption read, “Lest we forget? YOU FORGOT ABOUT ME.” It offered seasons’ greetings, a brief note to explain the injustice of the current expat pension’s policy and was signed by John Markham UK Director of the ICBP. We have received some interesting responses HAGN#099/251 6 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Election wish list for AIR by Frank Smith WITH A STATE election due on 9 March, lobby groups are queuing up to tell the government what they and their members want from political parties. The Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) is no exception. “Our wish list of just four items is achievable,” says Charles O’Donnell president of AIR Southern suburbs branch. “We are aware of cost pressures on government. for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card. At present this is only available to aged pension cardholders. The aim of this Royalties of Regions was to compensate older people living outside the metropolitan area for the fact they did not benet from the transport concessions available in Perth. AIR point out that the cost will be minimal as only 6500 seniors miss out at present. AIR also call for the government to waive stamp duty on seniors downsizing from the family home to accommodation more appropriate to the needs of older people, such as a retirement village home or granny at. “We should encourage seniors to downsize if they are living in an older house. It gets difcult to keep them in repair and to modify for things like wheelchair access,” he said. “What the government loses in stamp duty it will recover from redevelopment of many properties and from reduced need for residential care.” AIR says relief from stamp duty would encourage seniors to relocate at an optimum time and have the additional benet of releasing larger homes that are currently in short supply in Perth. The association is also calling for some parking bays at railway stations to be reserved for seniors and volunteers. At present most parking spaces are lled up with commuters by 8.30am discouraging seniors from using trains in off peak periods. “At my stations all parking bays are lled by 9.05am so my wife and I drive into town to volunteer at Royal Perth Hospital. It is expensive to park in town and adds to congestion on the roads. “We are not asking for a freebie. We are prepared to pay a reasonable fee; we just want some bays reserved for seniors close to the station. Four hour limits would allow seniors to travel to the city, do their business or volunteer work and return in a reasonable time frame. AIR believes its suggestions would give the new government an opportunity to assist seniors in a practical way at minimal cost to taxpayers. Prof Kay Cox OAM and prize winner Rod Baker REDUCED PRICE $2990 $ 2990 2990 Is your scooter getting the full life that it needs? SCOOTER SERVICE MONARCH $99 BUZZ 4 $1495 Licensed Scooter Australia Dealership 9581 4703 For All Your Scooter Needs 1/1 Galbraith Loop, Erskine www.scootersaustralia.com.au B L A C K � S WA N � S TAT E � T H E AT R E � C O M PA N Y bers watching over the swimmers. Paul Laver won the event in a blistering 20 mins 49 seconds. Second was Tim Hewitt in 21 minutes 19 seconds and third, Ben Hewitt in 21 minute 51 seconds. First female across the line was Jaime Bowler in 22 minutes 13 seconds followed by Liz Bellis, 23 minutes 46 seconds and Alison Hass in 23 minutes 54 seconds. Carine Masters co-founder and club patron A/Prof Kay Cox OAM presented winners with their medals and prize packs. The swim attracts many competitors in the over 45 age groups. Rod Baker from Mandurah was the oldest swimmer at 85 years and he nished the race in the great time of 34 minutes and 7 seconds. Huntington’s Disease WA is the major beneciary of the event and the organisation will receive a donation from Carine Masters Swimming. This will be made up of donations from swimmers, proceeds of a rafe and a donation from the club. Last year the amount donated was $1000. All results and photos can be found on the Carine Masters Swimming website: www.carinemastersswimming.org.au/ THE CLASSIC COMEDY THAT IS ANYTHING BUT EARNEST! �� �� MAR Household Downsizing & Estate Dispersal Moving? Downsizing? 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Tony Krsticevic, MLA for Carine attended and started the swim. It is his favourite job on Australia Day! The water off Scarborough was crystal clear and smooth making for ideal swimming conditions. Sharks and stingers stayed well away. The Westpac Surf Life Saving helicopter swept the swim course and lifesavers were out in large num- LUGGIE HAGN#041/251 Perfect conditions for Australia Day swim READ US ONLINE: www.haveagonews.com.au HAGN#042/251 President of AIR Southern suburbs branch, Charles O’Donnell AIR is not greedy, just realistic. Little things are important to seniors.” Top of the list is a Photo Identity Card (ID) for seniors. For most people a driving licence is a de facto identity card as it shows both photograph and address, but when seniors give up their driving licences as they age, or have just never learnt to drive, the only alternatives are a passport which is expensive, or a proof of age card which costs $25 and is not universally accepted. “We asked for this in previous elections, but it has become lost in bureaucracy,” Mr O’Donnell said. Ms Andrea Mitchell MLA for Kingsley has raised the senior’s ID issue in parliament several times and is in regular contact with the minister’s ofce. She says the issue is still on the government agenda but needs close examination because it impacts on a wider section of the community than just seniors. 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How very observant he was. So often in life, we place our lives in the hands of complete strangers! We have just returned from our 13 day cruise to New Zealand on the Dawn Princess, which we boarded in Melbourne after ying there from Perth. We didn’t know the pilot of the Qantas plane or the captain of the Dawn Princess; we just accepted that they had the skills necessary to look after us which they did admirably, I am delighted to say. This was our rst visit to New Zealand; a beautiful country with hospitable people, but the weather could have been kinder. It was quite cold and windy there, which gives you an understanding of how NZ acquired the name “the Land of the Long White Cloud”! However, it did not interfere with the enjoyment of travelling around this mountainous country where there are no snakes and no spiders - what a bonus. To quote General McArthur, “We shall return!” The ship could not be faulted, and neither could the staff; nothing was too much trouble. Of the nearly 2,000 passengers on board, mainly Australians from around Melbourne, it would be an understatement to say that many of them were very overweight. However, they all seemed to enjoy themselves, particularly in the feeding stakes! (Or should it be “steaks”?) It’s a trip I would fully recommend, and sailing around the Fjordlands was breathtaking. New Zealand, with a population of only four million French’s Forum inhabitants certainly shows incredible strength and expertise in its endeavours, and reminded me very much of the UK. Well I think we are in for a few weeks and months of having ‘carrots on a stick’ put in front of us by all political parties in an effort to persuade us to put them in power either nationally or in the State elections. Of course we will also hear plenty of “bad mouthing” from both sides – this has already started, and we now see the new image of the Prime Minister with her splendid spectacles to make her look more intellectual. (Actually, I do like ladies in glasses, but this will not have any inuence on the way I Your greatest legacy could be your parting gift. must now make the most of the diminishing years I have left. It is our 60th wedding anniversary in May and Mary’s 80th birthday in July. So it is quite a year ahead (preferably not the last!). On a lighter note here are a few things that may bring a smile to your face: Signs on a Septic Truck: CAUTION – This truck is full of Political Promises. Yesterday’s Meals on Wheels. The following comments are from children including their spelling: In Wartime Children had to be evaporated because it was safer in the country. Sometimes in the war they take prisners and keep I think on that note I will “dry up”! Have a safe and pleasant month. Brian French bfrench792010@hotmail.com THE OVER 55 Walking As- sociation Inc. will open its 2013 season on Tuesday 12 March. Come along and join the fun of walking and socializing. Membership is $10 annually. The rst four walks are; • 12 March, Perry Lakes at Alderbury Reserve, Floreat • 19 March, South Beach at Car Park, Ocean Drive, South Beach • 26 March, Trigg Island, Clarko Reserve (sea end Karrinyup Rd) Karrinyup • 2 April, Burswood, Kagoshima Park, Burswood Resort. Walks start sharp at 10.30am. Come early to allow time to register. Wear comfortable clothing, walking shoes and a hat. Bring water bottle, sunscreen, lunch and a chair. We look forward to welcoming you. For more information please contact Ann 9277 9604 or Gordon 9341 4131. Come Ye One And All! Silver Chain has provided essential support and palliative care services to Western Australians since 1905. Over 40,000 people suffering from the effects of ageing, critical illness, disability and loss depend on us every year. Our carers help to restore independence and dignity. Their role is important, and so is yours. By leaving a bequest in your Will, you can ensure future generations continue to receive this vital assistance. Choir group needs an accompanist Please call Dorothy Koh on (08) 9201 6768 Visit www.silverchain.org.au to learn more. them as ostreges until the war is over. Prisners end up in consterpation camps. I asked my mum why we said old men at the end of prayers at school. I don’t know any old men apart from granpa. The closest town to France is Dover. You can get to France on a train or you can go on a fairy. If it is less than 90 degrees it is a cute angel. Sir Walter Raleigh circumcised the world with a big clipper. will cast my vote). On another issue; I do nd driving in the centre of Perth quite irritating with all the building going on. Let’s hope that, in the long run, it will be worth it and improve our city. I must be feeling my age, because I nd this dreadfully hot weather really debilitating. I reckon our next electricity bill is going to be astronomical, but at least we are not suffering devastating oods like the poor folk in Queensland and NSW. The year 2013 has not started too well for me! I have lost two of my old mates in UK, both of whom were younger than me. I suppose the consolation is that I am still around, and Leaving a bequest to Silver Chain as part of your Will means your legacy will live on through the care of others. HAHGN#074/251 8 A NOT for prot, senior choir group of 20 people based in Wembley needs an accompanist. The group sings for nursing home patients, retirement villages and senior’s gatherings, twice a month, mostly on Wednesday afternoons. The singing is of a high standard, and includes songs from musicals, some hymns, old favourites and music from comedies. If you can help, please contact Anne Casey on 0414 229 141. HAGN#084/251 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Being Barker Nigel Barker AS I SAT down to write my column, I contemplated the work that I have had the privilege to lead at Cystic Fibrosis WA. For some reason, I recalled a line in a poem by Alexander Pope, a famous English poet from the 18th century, who my English teacher would quote as he considered my miserable efforts at English literature. Looking at me over the top of his half-moon glasses he would say, “Hope springs eternal in the human breast, Barker,” as he passed my essay back to me littered with splodges of red ink and a sigh which appeared to be a mixture of resignation but with just enough encouragement to ensure that I never gave up completely. Of course Pope said an awful lot more than that, but on this occasion, that is the line that I remembered. Many of our readers will be involved in volunteering for small and not so small, not for prot organisations. They really are hot beds of hope. They often present unrivalled opportunities to put something back into society after a lifetime of hard work using skills and talents that have been honed over that lifetime; an opportunity to get a real return on investment which isn’t measured in dollars but in smiles. In July last year, Cystic Fibrosis WA held a seminar entitled, “Cystic Fibrosis; Options for Having Children”. That doesn’t sound very signicant until you realise that even just one generation ago, the thought of having such a seminar did not even enter our minds as sadly for many of our members it was just a bridge too far. You see in the 1960s, the average life expectancy of a baby born with CF was just ve years of age. Today thanks to the multidisciplinary teams at Princess Your monthly update on what’s happening for seniors in WA ...brought to you by... Margaret Hospital and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital of which CFWA forms an integral part and the transplant teams at Royal Perth Hospital, the average life expectancy has increased to 37.5 years of age. As a consequence, today for a growing number of people living with CF, the prospect of marriage and a family are at last, a reality. In 2012, we dared to hope for a much brighter future of those living with CF as for the rst time; the number of young adults living with the disorder exceeded the number of children born with this disease. We also witnessed the very rst new drug that attacks the underlying cause of the disease rather than treat the symptoms. All this we could not have been done in isolation. The support of volunteers, be it in service delivery, special events or fund raising has been outstanding. Everyone has contributed and continues to do so. On that note I would like to encourage you to support a very special individual in his attempts to support CF: Gavin Pearce is a 49 year old father of three who lives with cystic brosis. Remarkably he has twice been the recipient of a double lung transplant. Times have often been tough for Gavin and his family, but his determination to never give up and always look ahead is an inspiration to us all. On Saturday 23 February 2013, Gavin and his team of ‘Lung’ Distance Swimmers - Rob Pearce, Leanne Bodley and Phoebe Robinson - will don their swimsuits, goggles and caps and take on the epic challenge that is the Rottnest Channel Swim to raise much needed funds for Cystic Fibrosis Western Australia. You can sponsor the ‘Lung’ Distance swimmers by calling 9346 7333 or donating on line by visiting http://www.everydayhero. com.au and searching for the ‘Lung’ Distance swimmers. We have great hope for Gavin’s team and for the future. 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Speaking at Parliament House, Mrs McSweeney said that the community should be proud of the number of local people who spent half a century giving their time to good causes. “Volunteers are the heart and soul of local communities, whether it’s a lifesaving club, bush re brigade or through not-for-prot organisations like the Red Cross. The volunteers who make up these groups are the threads of Bargains galore! our social fabric,” Mrs McSweeney said. There were 66 recipients of last year’s 50Year Volunteer Service badge, with 53 recipients being honoured separately. “In 2011, the contribution of volunteers in WA was valued at $9.4 billion and recent national research almost doubles that gure,” the Minister said. Since the 50-Year Volunteer Service Badge was introduced in 2011, more than 200 longserving volunteers have been honoured. More information on the 50-Year Volunteer Service Badge and how to get involved in volunteering can be found at the Department for Communities’ website www.communities. wa.gov.au Staying safe in the heat With the country recently experiencing record-breaking temperatures, the Department of Health has issued advice on how to stay healthy during the warmer months. THE ROYAL WA Historical Society is holding a giant annual second-hand book sale over two days on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 April. This is the Society’s major fundraising event of the year and will be held at Stirling House, 49 Broadway, Nedlands with auctions and valuations. Books for sale cover all subjects and age groups and in- Learning to recognise the signs of heat stress is important to staying safe during summer. 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I guess what surprised them the most was that the clothes we selected provided style, comfort, easy care and lots of wear options from summer right through to autumn, plus the all important ‘wow factor’. What’s more, all purchases were within the budget that they deemed was right for them. Interestingly, the ladies who come to me seem to have hit a wall in knowing what suits them. And, some have actually been dressing in clothes a size too big for them. Being styled is something I think ladies (and gentlemen) are starting to really embrace as a service. It’s a bit like being tted with the correct bra size and seeing the benets. Most people are capable of making good choices for themselves and I feel that most women have good intuition into what colours suit them. But being styled enables you to see yourself through fresh eyes and helps you gain condence and the ability to make a wider choice of what’s available and suitable for you. I’ve heard ladies say many times that fashion is mainly geared to the young; but I disagree. There are great options available but sometimes you need help to be able see what can work for you. And when that happens I just love seeing the reaction: it really makes what I do very rewarding and satisfying. It continually surprises me that women feel guilty when they indulge, splurge or spoil themselves. I overcame that years ago and regularly spoil myself. To use L’oreal’s catch phrase ‘Because I’m Worth It” And we certainly are. Feeling good is looking good from the inside out. Make this your year to do all the things you have ever wanted. Make a list of 10 things you would like to achieve: simple things from having a facial, to painting a canvas, or taking that holiday to a dream location. Make this year the year that you nally make yourself priority number one and then tick items off the list as you make things happen. There is a lot of power in writing a wish list as then it becomes real and not merely just thoughts swimming around in your head. Start off from the inside and work outwards. Become healthier and tter and then treat yourself to a new hairstyle, massage, manicure and pedicure. As we mature, a little more effort and maintenance is required; beauty starts from within and blossoms as we feel better about ourselves. New clothes that work with your body shape and colouring will give you a lift as well as a new blusher and lipstick. This can be achieved on a budget that suits you. I suggest that you buy the best you can afford. While you do get what you pay for, many women feel guilty about spending on themselves and then succumb to buying a cheaper version. This is your year, so treat yourself...life is too short to be miserly. I have had many enquiries about my group styling tours. To get the ball rolling gather together three friends and have a shopping excursion with me to show you how to start making the most of your assets...feeling good can be quite addictive you know. For those of you wanting a guide on how to get started on a mini makeover, this is what you could begin with, and with the bargains to be had at the moment, this is the perfect opportunity to make yours happen. Suggested pieces for your new wardrobe: 1 pair of white/black linen or Capri pants (keep the linen pants fairly straight and not too wide. If you like the wide leg pants then the tops must be Win a style session with Zoa fairly tted to compensate). 1 sundress or maxi dress (patterned or plain). 2 casual tops or tees in the colours of your liking (perhaps consider an orange and fuchsia pink). 1 kaftan or oaty blouse that can be dressed up or down. 1 silk (or silk like) scarf that compliments the colours of casual tops as an accessory. 1 pashmina wrap (David Jones sell these in a fabulous array of colours for $39.95 - consider the turquoise) - great for evenings and can be tied around your handbag strap. 1 pair of ats or low wedge sandals. 1 handbag/sunhat. 1 peach toned blush/lipstick/nail lacquer. (Cannot stress how important a good pedicure looks and makes you feel). This is not a shopping spree but a smart way to shop in order to purchase items that work together. Once you have your wardrobe established you could then go back to picking up the odd piece again, as you know what gaps you need to ll. The most important thing is taking the stress out of dressing daily and having the options there to make it pleasurable and easy to dress yourself for any occasion. When my clients see these benets and how everything comes together for the coming season fashions, all in two hours, they bounce out of the shops and can’t wait to get home and arrange their wardrobes. Ahhhhhh! I love my job! Well enjoy February and do me a favour... buy yourself a little something special for Valentines Day...Because we’re worth it. Love Zoa xxx To book a style session with Zoa simply call her on 0406 336 607. Zoa can organise solo or group appointments at your favourite shopping centre. HAGN#014/251 TO CELEBRATE Style in the pages of Have a Go News, one lucky reader has the opportunity to win an hour’s style session with Zoa at your nearest shopping centre. To be in the draw simply put your details on the back of an envelope together with your phone number. 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PERTH WRITERS FESTIVAL FAMILY DAY Sunday 24 Feb 2013, 9.30am - 4.30pm Perth Writers Festival Precinct 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley Hands on activities,games,workshops etc all in an outdoor carnivale atmosphere. All ages. COTTESLOE SUSTAINABILTY CALENDAR 2013 Calendar contains tips on energy saving, composting and many community initiatives. Contact administration at the Civic Centre on 9285 5000. AUSTRALIAN ARMY NURSING SISTERS COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY 14 Feb 2013, 11am - 11.25am Nurses Memorial, Honour Ave Point Walter Reserve Bicton. Honouring the Sisters from SS Vyner Brook who drowned, were massacred or died as prisoners of war. The public are invited to attend and lay owers if desired. GAMEX FISHING TOURNAMENT Sat 9 - Wed 13 March from 12noon. Exmouth Waters, Exmouth, Exmouth Gulf. Educational sessions, social evenings, scientic studies and great fun tagging and capturing various sh. Visitors are welcome with free entry to the weigh in each shing evening or any of the educational sessions. CORYMBIA FESTIVAL 2013 Fri 8 March 6pm-10pm and Sat 9 March 2pm-8pm Fleming Reserve, Newburn Rd, High Wycombe. Free admission REDIPLAN TRAINING AVAILABLE People in the Town of Victoria Park can receive training for emergency preparedness from the Australian Red Cross. Rediplan training session attendees receive a free starter kit containing water bottle, crank powered torch, ID lanyard, Emergency Rediplan Folder, booklet and Australian Red Cross pen. To register call 9311 8111 Visit www.redcross.org.au. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT RETIREES LTD Welcome you on the rst Wednesday of the month at 9.30am Church of Christ Hall, 68 Waverly Street, Dianella to enjoy socials and interesting speakers. Ph 9276 1767 All retirees welcomed. Advertorial Want a new look? ST BARTHOLOMEWS HOUSE Take heart for Perth’s homeless this year. People need people to rebuild their lives. Rethink homelessness. www.peopleneedpeople.org.au PERTH Southern Suburbs Quit Cigarettes Clinic has grown and is changing its name to Your Life Clinic. Libby Stone, who has several Australian University Psychology qualications and is an NLP Trainer, Master Practitioner, trained in hypnotherapy and counselling has also joined the team. So now clinic services have now expanded to include NLP Psychotherapy and Counselling Smokers, if you want to quit, you can become a non-smoker for life in just one session! Yes, this is a lifetime guarantee Call Stefan Galamaga, NLP Master Practitioner, Hypnotherapy and Quit Smoking Specialist on 1800 11 99 08 for more information. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT RETIREES The Peel [Mandurah] branch meets at Halls Head Bowling & Recreation Centre at Sticks Boulevard Erskine on the fourth Monday of the month. Next meeting 25 Feb 2013 guest speaker Dorothy Lewis on Perth Zoo. Morning tea $2 Visitors and guests welcome Ph Faye 9535 2681 or 0407 986 937. ALFRED COVE ART SOCIETY Meetings and demonstrations at Atwell Gallery 586 Canning Hwy, Alfred Cove at 7pm on the last Thursday of the month. Activities include gallery visits camps and exhibitions.The Awards of Exellence exhibition will be held at the Atwell Gallery 27 May - 3 June. New members are welcome For enquries phone 0402 965 506 or alfredcoveartsociety@gmail.com. MT HAWTHORN RSL New members wanted Club activities include coach trips, dinners and many other occasions are covered incl Anzac Day and Christmas. Anyone who has served in the armed forces or a relation is eligible to become a member. Phone Mr Soloman at 9244 5210 BAYSWATER SOCIAL GOLF CLUB FOR THE OVER 55s New members wanted. Come and join us. Tea and coffee provided. Club meets every Friday, 8am, MacGregor St, Embleton. Ph Marion 9349 6113 or just turn up and you will be welcome. CONCESSIONS INFORMATION SITE. Western Australians can now nd information regarding all concessions that they are entitled to. Search the site www.concessions.wa.gov.au. EXERCISE BODY AND MIND Ring Bill 9319 1933 or Megan 9330 5815 East Fremantle Croquet Club for fun friendly games and social activities. www.CroquetWest.org.au If you would like to promote your event through the Community Notebook, please email Pat or Merrilee, research1@haveagonews.com.au Retirement Property Guide / Summer 2013 Creating Connected Villages. 12 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Beating the heat Karen Majer by Karen Majer TALK ABOUT a hot summer! While heat wave records tumbled in January, it’s no wonder that so many conversations focused on the weather and the associated eastern States’ bushres. On 7 January the Bureau of Meteorology announced the hottest average maximum temperature ever recorded across Australia – 40.33 degrees. The number of consecutive days that the national average maximum exceeded 39°C was also broken - seven days, almost doubling the previous record of four days in 1973. In anticipation of more extreme heat, the BOM added new colours to the weather map, deep purple (50-52°C) and pink (52-54°C), to extend the previous temperature range that had been capped at 50°C. The new upper range of 54°C is 129.2°F in the old measurements. This isn’t a one-off event. If you thought that summers are hotter than in your youth, you’re right. The CSIRO has found Australian annual average daily maximum temperatures have steadily increased in the last 100 years, with most of the warming trend occurring since 1970. According to the National Climate Data Centre, nine of the 10 hottest years on record have been since 2000 (the other was 1998). Globally, the last four months of 2012 were the hottest on record. TIME magazine reported that ‘2012 was the hottest year in U.S. history. And yes - it’s climate change’. Reports of extreme events have often played down the connection with climate change because it has been difcult to attribute any single event to global warming. However New Scientist (7 July 2012) said that science A true friend leaves paw prints on your heart... At Perth Pet Cremations and Furneral Services we do under understand the impact it can have on you and you your family when your much loved family pet pe passes away, so if you would like to call, we are always available for a ccaring chat during this sad time. 9437 2050 www.perthpetcremations.com Servicing Perth metro and country areas is advancing rapidly and researchers are becoming able to make cause-and-effect connections between climate change and weather events. The Australian Government’s independent Climate Commission released a report in mid-January that conrmed this. The report, Off the Charts: Extreme Australian Summer Heat, says the heatwave and bushres that affected Australia in early 2013 have been exacerbated by global warming. Australia’s average temperature has increased by 0.9 of a degree since 1910, and while that may not sound like much, small changes in average temperature can have a signicant impact on the frequency and nature of extreme weather events. What climate change is doing is worsening the conditions associated with heat waves so it makes them longer and more intense. The scientic advisor to the Climate Commission, Professor David Karoly, has warned of an increased frequency of hot extremes, more hot days, more heatwaves and more extreme bushre days in the future, with a potential rise of two or three degrees over the next 50 years. If a warmer climate is the ‘new normal’, we’d better nd ways to cope with it. Before you rush out to buy a new air conditioner (using more energy, burning more coal, putting more CO2 into the atmosphere – now there’s a vicious cycle), why not look for ways to keep you and your home cool without breaking the budget. A well-insulated ‘solar passive’ home should need little cooling, but even a less than ideal building can be managed to reduce heat gain. Here are a few hints. Make sure you have good insulation. Try to create a cool room during the day by closing curtains and blinds to reduce the amount of heat entering. At night, when the air temperature is cooler, open windows to let the breeze in. Wear loose-tting cotton (not synthetic) clothing. Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the fridge for a refreshing spray to your face. Keep plastic bottles of water in the freezer and grab one when you go outside. As the ice melts, you’ll have a supply of cold water. Take baths or showers with cool or tepid water. Put a container of ice in front of the fan. With an election coming up, you might like to ask your candidates about their policies on renewable energy and urban planning. Toughening up building codes for homes and workplaces together with creating greener, more sustainable urban environments will be vital to keeping our cool without soaring energy costs. It’s time to plan to beat the heat. Sustainable hint of the month Check out the hints on home cooling and insulation on www.livinggreener.gov. au. For 15 tips to keep cool and information on heat stress see MedicineNet.com: www. medicinenet.com/script/main/ art.asp?articlekey=52796 For more information Climate Commission visit www.climatecommission. gov.au/ Book Review The Walls of Delhi by Uday Prakash translated by Jason Grunebaum Reviewed by Pat Paleeya IT WASN’T easy for me to separate fact from ction when reading The Walls of Delhi. In his short stories Prakash portrays modern India as a country full of corruption and bribery, which may or may not be blamed on the caste system which is still so prevalent there. Among the many interesting characters who come alive on these pages, Ramnivas and Mohandas are just two who personify the innate system. Ramnivas, a janitor discovers a cache of black money hidden behind a gym wall whilst cleaning. He spreads his money around, especially on his underage mistress whose dream was to see the Taj Mahal. Although this story is farcical at times, tension arises when Ramnivas gets drunk and condes his secret to two corrupt policemen who he is trying to bribe. His life slowly starts to unravel culminating into a tragiccomedy of errors. Mohandas is a lower caste dalit who works hard to obtain his certicates and diploma to enable him and his family to live a more comfortable life. At a job interview he hands his documents over and never sets sight on them again. The story follows Mohandas as he tries to reclaim his life which was stolen by an upper-caste identity thief. Mohandas strongly believes that justice will be his, but he is up against powerfully corrupt lawyers and judges. His faith in social justice and the outcome is heartbreaking. Jason Grunebaum writes that, ‘Prakash provides a harrowing portrayal of the caste system and corruption that are still a powerful force in India’. He adds that ‘after Mohandas was published Prakash received many postcards that simply read “I am Mohandas”’. I found Prakash’s storytelling very similar to the great Isaac Bashivas Singer, who knows that one day Prakash may surpass him. Prakash is that good. RRP is $29.95 and the book is available at all major bookstores or online at http:// uwap.uwa.edu.au/books-and-authors/tag/ ction-and-poetry/ Interested in ne literature - Shakespeare? THE SHAKESPEARE Club of Western Australia was founded in 1930 and has functioned without a break since then. Its main purpose is to foster interest and enjoyment in ne literature, mainly the works of Shakespeare, but not limited only to those. Members meet on the third Saturday afternoon of each month (except January) at 2pm in the State Library. Interested persons are welcome to join at any time. There is a small annual subscription, and a very small charge at each meeting to cover rental costs. For more information, please call 9444 9107. 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Depart Crown Perth 3.15pm Wellington St Station - Stand 17 10.30am 25068 Arrive Crown Perth 10.40am Depart Crown Perth 2.45pm Fremantle (7 days a week) New Times GC_BCB1897 stop no. High Wycombe (Wed & Sun) Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, Mirrabooka Ave U SU NTIL ND 28 F AY TO EBRU A S T CA A RV IAN S HURSDRY ER AY S TY New Stops New Route Wellington St (Mon & Tues) Call 9362 7777 or visit crownperth.com.au 14 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Swimming can be fun … and is good for the waistline Claremont Masters Friday morning session participants having fun! MASTERS Swimming WA is pleased to announce a new two year partnership with Healthway promoting the Heart Foundation’s LiveLighter message. One such message is; “Are you ready to make a healthy change? A healthy tip from LiveLighter – watch your portion size. Start to LiveLighter today.” Healthway has supported Masters Swimming WA’s membership growth projects and promotional activities for more than 10 years through the Be Active health message. The change to the LiveLighter message will see a variety of strategies implemented to get the message out to Masters members and the general swimming public. Masters Swimming WA clubs and events are the focus for this promotion with new Masters members being provided with LiveLighter information and resources to use on a day-to-day basis. These include shopping guides and recipe booklets which highlight the LiveLighter method of shopping and cooking in order to eat healthy. Living lighter is about eating well and having regular exercise and swimming is a great way to get t and stay t for adults of all ages and abilities. Masters Swimming clubs cater for all ages and abilities with the emphasis on swimming for tness and health but with a good dose of fun both in and out of the pool. Fun in the pool can be had at training sessions or swim meets and Claremont Masters conducts a great session on Friday mornings at Challenge Stadium which is attended by Masters members from several local clubs. This is a great example of members getting together to swim and enjoy friendship outside their own club on a regular basis. If you are interested on getting back into swimming for tness and health contact your local Masters Swimming Club (at www.mswa. asn.au) which offers swimming for tness, health and fun for all adults regardless of age, stroke correction and training sessions by qualied coaches, pool and open water swimming, active social calendar and a free one-month trial. Masters Swimming Clubs are more fun than swimming on your own! Check out the website for more details or contact me on 9387 4400 or via wendy@ mswa.asn.au. Wendy Holtom Executive Ofcer Coin column - Australian currency THE RECENTLY released 20th edition of Greg McDonald’s ‘Australian Coin and Banknote’ catalogue celebrates 30 years of publishing by Greg and as a bonus he has included an extra 100 pages of content in what has become an almost 550 page book. It’s a must have tool for collectors. Along with the usual listings and their values for every Australian coin and banknote issued, the new edition now includes a comprehensive treatment of banknotes issued prior to 1910 by a multitude of private banks operating in Australia. These notes, though privately issued, circulated as regular legal tender currency throughout our colonies. Then in 1910, nine years after the federation of the colonies, the federal government assumed responsibility for the issuance of banknotes yet had none to distribute. As a temporary measure it acquired unused notes from the private banks which were then overprinted with wording and serial numbers which deemed them to be an ofcial ‘Australian Note’. There were about 100 different types of these overprinted notes issued. Collectors refer to them as superscribed banknotes and they are now also listed in the catalogue. The superscribed notes remained in use until 1913 when nally our rst ‘proper’ ofcial government printed banknotes were made available for circulation. I had the pleasure of talking to Greg a few months before he published the 2013 catalogue. During the course of our lengthy conversation we discussed, amongst other things, the continuing decline through 2012 of the values of Australia’s rarest coins and banknotes - having enjoyed a 10 year bull run leading up to the GFC the ‘top end’ of the market then began displaying signs of soften- Denis Martin OK, I give in; that was a good trick, where did it go – what did you do with the rst month of 2013? It went so quickly I even missed the deadline for that issue of this paper. I’m beginning to believe that there is a lot of truth in the wise old saying, “The future is what passes you by whilst you are planning for it”. The impact of a family loss in the year 2012 gave us many reasons to reevaluate all aspects of our lives now and in the future. I wish to highlight some of my recent awakenings. First and foremost, the value of ‘strength of fam- Visit many dealers in the one venue. 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So it seems that I hadn’t really missed January, it has simply been absorbed into a number of long term plans that will continue to pursue (with a little help from my friends) as I conrm to myself that “Today is the rst day of the rest of my life”. Until next time… Cheers Denis Martin Temporary Part Time to January 2014 Do you have: • Your own on-site van? • A friendly, positive attitude and passion to maintain a caravan park that is clean, attractive and welcoming to visitors? • A love of the Australian Outback? • Experience in cleaning, maintaining gardens and cash handling/reporting? • Ability to get on well with all people and deal with issues that arise in a positive and constructive way? The Shire of Yalgoo is looking for a happy, diligent person or couple to live on site in their own van and maintain our small park. (Access to air conditioned kitchen/living area in contractor accommodation available for comfort). 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Thirdly, the benet of a close community and the value of good neighbors cannot be properly understood until you see them come forward to support you when times are difcult. I’ve not lost sight of my opening statement, I simply highlight these three elements - family friends - neighbours - because they have been the strength that has enabled me to take on a positive approach to planning for the rest of my, self deemed, ‘seniorhood’. Whilst pondering Shire of Yalgoo Caravan Park Operator/s WIN! More than $800 worth of prizes must be won! If ever there was a day in your life Mike Smits “I’ll get by with a little help from my friends” THE Perth ANDA Coin, Banknote & Stamp Show Sat 2 March 10am-6pm & Sun 3 March 10am-5pm The Strength By Your Side ing demand. A couple of years ago this tapering off became evident in prices asked by dealers and achieved in auctions. Being a professional trader Greg acknowledged this trend and as a responsible catalogue publisher he advised his new catalogue would reect the current values. Certain exclusive areas within the numismatic market have been promoted and sponsored by investment dealers and their clients, which are predominantly private super funds and speculators. The following is a general overall analysis of some of these areas, the gure in brackets after each category is the percentage decline in value when compared to the previous 19th edition catalogue published in late 2011: Pre-decimal banknotes in uncirculated condition (-16 per cent); Pre-decimal ‘Star’ replacement notes in extremely ne condition (-26 per cent); Decimal ‘Star’ replacement notes in uncirculated condition (-18 per cent); Decimal ‘Specimen’ banknotes (-42 per cent); Pre-decimal ‘Proof’ condition coins (-23 per cent) and 1919/21 ‘Square Kookaburra’ Pattern coins (-26 per cent). One should bear in mind there are variables within each category and there have been declines elsewhere in the market. Unfortunately the harsh economic reality is always the same when any commodity exceeds it’s true worth; a correction will surely ensure. My fear is I suspect Greg will likely be sharpening his pencil again for the next edition. BAKING SODA MAIL TO: NATURE’S LIBRARY - Dept Code BV30 C/o Health Pride Locked Bag 2015 (Unit 3/81 Bassett St) Mona Vale NSW 1660 PHONE: 1800 898 218 - (02) 9997 5400 - 9am-5pm (ESDT) Mon-Fri - Fax (02) 9997 5122 BV30 16 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 COTA WA NEWS All news is good news Secondly, we are busy preparing to advocate on behalf of seniors in the forthcoming state elections. In order to make our representation as meaningful as possible we are engaging in a number of strategies to canvass as wide a range of views as possible. For example, COTA’s policy committee will have met with the Seniors Alliance for a round table to come up with a common set of issues on which we will lobby. We will also be in the process of seeking further input via our usual channels on these issues. The national body is also preparing to undertake consultation to develop a set of agreed issues for lobbying at the national level later in the year. Chris Jeffery THE NEW year has started with a urry of activity for COTA WA. Firstly, Ken Marston has ed our shores for a much deserved break until the end of April. We believe he is currently savouring the delights of India. Although previously, COTA’s part time policy ofcer, I will be acting in Ken’s place during this time. this newspaper is published. We are also well ahead in our planning and publicity for the COTA State Conference: Active Ageing: What is Ageing Now, which will be held at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle in early June. To encourage our regional members to participate in this conference we are in the process of applying for travel grants on their behalf. I encourage you to look at our website (www.cotawa. org.au) to keep up to date with all that’s going on in the world of seniors. The website also guides you in subscribing to our newsletter for more information and news. Our programs are continuing to gather momentum. Living Longer Living Stronger staff are successfully engaging more providers and, in an encouraging trend, persuading them to take out longer term contracts to deliver the program. The Seniors Housing Information Centre is receiving many requests to deliver seminars which augurs well for the year as a whole. Our other major programs, Beyond Maturity Blues, Crime and Safety and Seniors Quality use of Medicines, are also gathering momentum. Our policy forum, Ageing in the Right Place, with leading international, national and local participants, will have been held by the time Chris Jeffery A/CEO The WA Council on the Ageing (COTA) Living Longer Living Stronger™ is coming to the Cannington Leisureplex! LIVING Longer Living Stronger (LLLS) is a progressive strength and exercise program aimed at reducing the incidence of falls and improving the health, wellbeing and independence of people over 50 in WA. “The City of Canning is recognised as a leader in the depth and breadth of quality care, services and facilities that we provide to the more senior members of our community,” Acting CEO Andrew Sharpe said. “We were pleased to add this program to our Care Services area and to now make it available to more seniors in our community.” LLLS was originally introduced at the Riverton Leisureplex, where it has proven to be a highly successful award winning program. At the recent WA Council on the Ageing (COTA) Living Longer Living Strong- er™ Excellence Awards Dinner, the Riverton Leisureplex won two of the three State awards. The annual awards have been presented during Seniors Week since 2005 to recognise outstanding service and achievements by Living Longer Living Stronger providers and their participants. “The Leisureplex was awarded Most Outstanding Provider and Gym Instructor James Hale was awarded Most Outstanding Instructor for 2012,” Mr Sharpe explained. “In acknowledging these awards, I would like to commend not only James for his enthusiasm and passion towards the project, but also Gym & Fitness Supervisor Ben Vause for all the hard work, enthusiasm and passion that he displays about the program, and for all the ideas he and his team have brought forward.” This is the second year running the Riverton Leisureplex has been recognised as Most Outstanding Provider. In the 2011 awards, local resident John Skudder was also named as the winner of the Most Outstanding Achievement by a Participant. For all information, contact 6350 7321. Citiplace Mondays are back THE rst COTA Forum for 2013 will be held at 10.30am on Monday 18 February at Citiplace Community Centre, above the Railway station. Due to the many requests and the overall need, the rst presentation will be beyond maturityblues: Anxiety, Depression and Older People This is a very interesting presentation with four key messages • Anxiety and depression are not a normal part of ageing • Anxiety and depression are health problems not weaknesses • Anxiety and depression are treatable illnesses • Information and support is available Please advise the COTA ofce on 9321 2133 if you will be attending. Any further queries on this and our Medicines and You program please call Marlene or Jane at COTA on 9321 2133 or email: marlene@cotawa.org.au. “I made the worst decision of my life - because I wasn’t informed!” by John Millar MORTGAGE and rental stress: eviction; forced downsizing; punitive charges from a reverse mortgage; living in a retirement village that is not liked; forced to sell the family home...these are some of the issues that I’ve been presented with over the last 12 months at the Seniors’ Housing Centre. How do reasonably intelligent people end up in situations like this? Everyone has a different story, frequently tragic, often sad and a few, downright silly. With housing being expensive in many parts of Western Australia and Perth rentals heading to become more expensive than Sydney, it has never been more important to plan for the future. There is an often quoted cliché in the business world, “Most people don’t plan to fail; they just fail to plan”, and this ap- plies to accommodation in WA in 2013. (How I wished I’d bought a house in Fremantle when I migrated here 26 years ago when it was cheap. I’d be a millionaire). But how do you avoid some of the problems and issues that beset seniors in the housing market? By research, weighing up the options and, making a sound decision. That is what Phil Airey, our Community Education Ofcer and I can help you to do. The Seniors’ Housing Centre at COTA WA presents free Can Advocare assist you? AS WE age, health issues may challenge our ability to do simple everyday tasks such as cleaning, shopping or getting to dental and medical appointments. Receiving support from Home and Community Care is common amongst older people to help them live independently at home. Support workers assist with the responsibility of looking after you and maintaining your home. However, the standard of service you receive may not be what you were expecting. Perhaps a support worker is never on time, scheduled visits are cancelled without notice or you are receiving a different support worker each time. If you need help to make a complaint to your provider, or have made a complaint and aren’t happy with the response, Advocare can assist. seminars on a number of areas of seniors housing plus there is a free, condential appointment service where you can talk in private to me about housing options for the future. For more information contact – John Millar, SHC Information Ofcer on 9321 2133 or visit our website at www.cotawa. org.au as you might learn something you didn’t know. The Seniors’ Housing Centre is open Monday to Friday during business hours and Saturday mornings 8.30am until 12.30pm. Advocare is a not for prot organisation providing free, professional advocacy services for older people who are not satised with the service being received. Advocates will inform you of your rights, listen to your concerns and give you options to help you achieve your preferred outcome. Call Advocare for a condential free chat on 9479 7566 or visit the website www.advocare.org.au Exercise for the over 50s: It’s easy as 1, 2, 3... 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Stores Open: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12noon www.daily.com.au HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 FOOD & WINE Juicy plums always worth waiting for AT LAST! Juicy Western Australian plums are hitting their peak and what a treat they are! With beautiful rich colour, soft smooth skin and a sweet fresh aroma, just wait till you taste them. Yes, it’s been quite a wait for these jewel coloured beauties but now they are ripe and ready and the prices are very reasonable. Mid January to February is the best time for plums with an abundance of large sweet and delicious fruit coming from right throughout WA, including the Hills, Donnybrook and Manjimup. There are around 200 different varieties of plums to choose from at various stages of the season but right now it is the Purple Majesty which is bound to please. In the coming weeks the Black Amber and Amber Jewel will take the spotlight so there is no time to waste if you’re a serious plum fan. Although every plum differs to some degree in colour, size and taste, the two main categories are; European plums and Japanese plums. European plums are oval-shaped and about 5-6cm long with a range of ADVERTISING FEATURE Recipes for One: Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ricotta pink to purple skins. Flesh can range from yellow, to creamy-white, to blood red. Japanese plums are round to heart-shaped, 5-8cm long and their skin colour can range from yellow to red. Their esh can be yellow, amber or yellow with red. Plums do not continue to sweeten once they are picked so choose carefully. Ripe plums lose their glossy sheen, so this is the best guide for the naked eye. Also ensure smooth skin that is free of blemishes, soft spots or discolouration. If you have purchased plums that are a little rm they may be left for a day or two at room temperature to soften. Fresh plums make a quick, healthy and delicious snack. A cold plum straight from the fridge makes a refreshing treat on a hot day and ripe plums should keep this way for around ve days. They are also ideal for juice, jams and chutneys, and make fantastic llings for pies, tarts and cakes. Enjoy Western Australian plums while they are at their peak, right throughout summer. Fresh Finesse: freshf.com.au ...eat, drink and be merry... Ingredients 2 yellow peaches, halved and stones removed ½ tablespoon caster sugar ½ tablespoon maple syrup ½ teaspoon butter 2 tablespoons fresh ricotta cheese ¼ teaspoon vanilla paste or vanilla extract Preparation: 5 mins Cooking: 5 mins Serves: 1 Chinese Stir Fry with Plums Seniors’ Special: Meal and a Middy $15 (For bookings of 5 or more) Come and relax in our beer garden with our handcrafted award winning naturally brewed beers and ciders with great Aussie Tucker to match! Phone 9377 4400 OPEN Wed to Sat www.ironbarkbrewery.com.au HAGN#006/235 The Valencia Complex, 55 Benara Rd, Caversham Preparation: 5 mins Cooking: 5 mins Serves: 4 Seared Rump Strips & Salad Greens WHEN I do any version of this type of dish, I always feel guilty with how good it is for so little effort. This gives you more time with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen. Ingredients (for two) • 400 to 500gm Slice of MSA Rump approximately 2.5cm thick that has been marinated in a bowl or plastic bag for ½ hour at room temperature in a mixture of. • 50ml olive oil • salt and pepper to your liking • 2 sliced cloves of garlic • some bruised rosemary (tap it with a mallet) • 200gm of mesculin leaves Ingredients for Dressing • 2 tablespoons sliced shallots • 1 tablespoon capers • ½ cup red wine vinegar • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 tablespoon melted butter • ½ teaspoon black pepper • ¼ teaspoon sea salt • 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley Ingredients 6 plums, halved and stone removed 250g beef strips 3 cloves garlic, crushed 3 centimetre ginger, grated 2 bunches bok choy, chopped 1 tablespoon oil 1 tablespoon soy sauce ¼ cup plum sauce www. Your choice of one of the following; Wood red pizza (small) Chicken or vegetarian baguette Salt ‘n’ Pepper Squid Fish and chip basket with tartare sauce Spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce PLUS 1 x middy of beer/cider or 1 x glass of wine or cup of tea or coffee Method PLACE peach on a grill tray cut side up. Pour a little syrup over each peach and dot with a little butter. Cook under a hot grill until bubbling and heated through. Mix together ricotta, sugar and vanilla till smooth and creamy. Serve immediately with the grilled peaches. Vince Garreffa’s Method HEAT oil in wok or frying pan over high heat. Cook beef until well browned on both sides. Add garlic, ginger and bok choy. Stir fry until bok choy is just cooked, adding soy sauce when required. Add plums and plum sauce, and gently stir until plums are warmed through. Serve immediately with noodles or rice. Method REMOVE the meat from the marinade and discard rosemary and garlic. Now barbecue or pan fry the meat for 3 minutes on each side at high heat. Remove from heat and rest covered with alfoil for 10 minutes (cook longer if you don’t like it rare). Prepare your plates with naked salad leaves. Slice meat into strips that hold together and show pink or rare centre with a well done outside and arrange strips lazily and artistically on top of salad. Now dress meat and salad with a salad dressing to your liking. To make the dressing whisk all the ingredients together, whisking melted butter in last, salt and pepper to taste. This is a great meal on a balmy night when the mind is willing but the body is not. Buon Appetito Vincenzo Garreffa Letters to Vince Garreffa HAGN#075/251 FOOD & WINE ...eat, drink and be merry... Read us online www.haveagonews.com.au IF YOU want a particular recipe from me, don’t hesitate to drop me a line at Have a Go News. Address your enquiry to Vince Garreffa c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville 6901, or email your question to vince@haveagonews.com.au. Please include your telephone number so Vince can call you! PLEASURE IN THE TASTING! ager’s Tearooms & Restaurant n a M SPECIAL OFFER for Seniors Groups HAGN#119/251 18 Hooper’s Winery RUPERT & ANNETTE POULTON PH: 9574 1387 9 Yates Street, Bakers Hill, WA Email: poult.r.a@bigpond.com www.managerstearooms.com Weekday Seniors Group Lunch Packages Includes entry to Araluen Botanic Park and lunch at the air-conditioned Chalet Healy Tearooms 2 COURSES 17 $ * (Roast mains and Dessert) HAGN#145/251 Pure Baker’s Hill Honey Homemade Ice Cream Country Style Home Cooking Fresh farm produce Fresh Vegetables in Season Farm Fresh Free-Range Eggs Retail/Wholesale Tea & Coffee Sales per person OPEN 9.30AM TO 5PM WED TO SUN INCLUDING FRI & SAT NIGHT 3 COURSES 20 $ * per person (Choice of Soup of the Day or Garlic Bread, Roast mains and Dessert) BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ON 9397 5265 362 CROYDEN RD ROLEYSTONE WA HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Wine for hot summer days by Frank Smith FEBRUARY is the month for wine bargains. It is too hot to shop and trade is slow. It is also the time for wineries to clear out slow moving lines at rock bottom prices and free up space for the 2013 vintage. This month we have specials for Have a Go News readers from Fermoy Estate a ve-star winery in Margaret River. Readers can order mixed cases (12) of Fermoy Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot for $10/bottle and the Fe range Classic White and Classic Reds for just $8. Fermoy Estate 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot is deep crimson in colour with aromas of leafy cabernet and dried herbs and plum from the Merlot. The palate is full of avour with ripe red berries that develop into mocha/briary avours on the nish. This wine was awarded 92 points in James Halliday’s Wine Companion 2012. Fermoy Estate 2011 The Partnership Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is light green in colour with lifted grass and freshly cut hay on the nose and punchy lime with tropical and oral undertones. This wine displays a fresh and lively palate with considerable texture and length. A oral front palate develops zesty lime and nishes with crisp acidity. The Fe Classic Red has an intense nose of mocha, red berry and plums with underlying sweet vanillin and coconut from the oak. The palate is full, with a soft sweet cherry front palate that develops into more savoury olive and briary nish with well-integrated tannins. The Fe Classic White nose is lifted with fresh lime, orange blossom and underlying grassy herbaciousness. The palate is clean, fresh, lively and full of avour dominated with zesty citrus and gooseberry avours. These specials are available only through the Fermoy Estate cellar door. Phone 9755 6285 or email cellardoor@ fermoy.com.au. Freight to Perth is $10 for the rst case. Second, and third cases are sent at no charge. The other wines we are featuring this week is the Woody Nook folkloric series at $19.95 recommended retail price per bottle. These include Timber Cutter’s cottage 2012 Unwooded Chardonnay, which has delicate aromas of pear, lime and grapefruit, with a rounded, lingering nish. A great match for seafood and grilled chicken dishes. The Killdog Creek 2011 Tempranillo has a striking deep purple colour and a nose that is suggestive of cherries, ve spice and sarsaparilla. The palate is medium bodied with chalky tannins, avours of dark plums and Morello cherries, with a hint of spice. It is a great accompaniment for Mediterranean cuisine and will cellar for up to ve years. The Woodcote 2012 Chenin Blanc has sweet tropical fruits on the palate with a honeyed smoothness and a refreshing nish. Enjoy by itself, with fruit-based desserts or as an accompaniment to moderately spicy food. Lastly the 2012 Kelly’s Farewell Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and vibrant with tropical fruit, melon and grassy aromas offer appealing intensity of fruit on the palate, which is complemented by the long, lingering, crisp nish. This goes well with seafood and grilled chicken. Woody Nook wines are widely available in Perth liquor stores or order direct from the vineyard www.woodynook. com.au/ Diabetes: a pathway to improved health by Brian Hooper What’s Fresh in February A quaint tavern that sits alongside the historic Kep Track in Mount Helena. Nestled in the centre of the township, this 100-year-old taven and restaurant overlooks a large, family friendly beer garden. Whether you are dining or just having a few quiet ales you are sure to have a relaxing time... WHAT’S ON! MONDAY Moo & Brew $22 TUESDAY Parma & Pint $22 WEDNESDAY Curry Night $18 THURSDAY Jacket Potato Night $15 • THURS 14 Valentine’s Day • FRI 15 The Upbeats LIVE MUSIC • SUNDAY SESSION 17 Smokehouse Blues LIVE MUSIC • FRI 22 Funkoustic LIVE MUSIC • SAT 23 Open Mic Night • SUNDAY SESSION 24 Bad Penny LIVE MUSIC *Hills Blues Club Summer Series”; SAT 9 March 5pm-10.30pm in the beer garden. *Conditions apply. FRIDAY Surf ’n’ Turf $32 SUNDAY Breakfast 9am – 11am $12 jugs Sundays Hour Happy pm 6 5pm s Friday $6 pints Wednesdays & Thursdays HAGN#132/251 Mt Helena Tavern & Restaurant Amber Jewel Plums: A lovely large, red heart-shaped fruit that was developed here in WA. The rich gold-coloured esh is sweet and juicy even when the fruit is rm. Buy plums with plenty of colour, a somewhat dull skin and just a little softness. Ripe plums lose their sheen, so the best guide to plum ripeness is to look for plums with an all over dull colour. For great tasting plums, correct storage and handling are important. If your plums seem a little rm they may be left for a few days at room temperature to soften. Store ripe plums in the refrigerator! Plums are ideal for juice, syrups, jams, chutneys and make fantastic llings for pies, tarts and cakes. Celery: Select celery with fresh looking leaves and tightly formed stalks. Use nely sliced celery to add crunch and avour contrast to salads, especially a Asian-inuenced brown rice version drizzled with sesame oil and a dash of rice wine vinegar Sliced portions are the perfect New Year detox substitute for a cracker to dip into hummus and tzatziki. Donut Peaches: A unique white eshed peach, small and at with a sunken centre (shaped like a doughnut). Can be eaten rm or soft and are naturally sweet and juicy. They’re a huge hit with kids, as they are easy to hold in hand, easy to eat and have great novelty factor. Swiss Brown Cup Mushrooms: Plenty of avour and just the right size for popping into summer salads, rice pilafs and pasta dishes. These nutty brown mushrooms work well with Asian avours such as chilli, ginger and coriander; try stir-frying in the above plus a dollop of hoisin sauce and serving with honey glazed pork and steamed greens. Rod Evans Community Centre 14 is offering Gourmet dining...by Hartnell’s Catering $ * Three course lunch commencing 12 noon sharp *per person Kids eat FREE daily 12pm – 2pm Mt Helena Tavern & Restaurant an nt 900 Keane Street West Phone 9572 1221 OPEN SEVEN DAYS FOR LUNCH & DINNER NE ER www.mounthelenatavern.com.au u BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 9325 1507 160 Hay Street, East Perth Email: rodevanscentre@bigpond.com HAGN#063/251 20 IN SEPTEMBER 2012 I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. After receiving this news I was a bit dazed, puzzled and annoyed to think I had a disease known to cause loss of eye sight and amputations. Two days later I pulled myself together and thought I’m going to beat this and decided to get help and as much information as possible and formulate a plan. After an appointment with Diabetes (WA), I left there with my” blood glucose meter”, the knowledge on how to use it, an arm full of brochures and was signed up for the following; • National Diabetes Services Scheme. • Understanding Food Labels class known as “Shop smart” (half day). • Cooking class known as “Cook smart” (half day). • The Desmond (full day) program where you meet other people newly diagnosed with diabetes. My local Pharmacy 777 in Hilton gave me printed health diary sheets to complete, so I could record what food I consumed during the day and on the reverse side an area to show any exercise activity. Taking blood samples about two or three times a week was not an issue and after a few weeks it became a challenge to see if I could beat the previous blood glucose recordings. The real test was nding foods friendly for diabetes and to resist the temptation of fast food, chocolates and biscuits. With total support from my partner we researched and looked at foods with lower GI, fats, sugar, and salt and foods containing higher bre content. The “Shop smart course” made things a lot simpler. There is no need to remember dozens of numbers. When reading food labels look at the “quantity per 100 grams column”, then aim for foods with 10 grams or less total fats, 500 grams salt or less and consider foods with lower sugar content. The cooking class of 10 people diagnosed with diabetes took notes and sampled various foods prepared by the diabetes councillors. This two hour class was most helpful and I was relieved to learn that food for people with diabetes is not always bland and uninteresting. Food containing high levels of fat leads to weight gain and a diet of low levels of fat and exercise leads to better health was the message for those willing to try. The full day course touched on our health histories and symptoms such as mental attitude, dry mouth, erectile dysfunction, tiredness, peeing too much, weight gain and stress, just to name a few. On the occasions when my blood glucose levels spiked I referred to my Pharmacy 777 completed health diary and was able to trace back to my previous meal or meal the day before to see what food may have caused the raised level. This happened a few times after a game of pennant lawn bowls when the cheese, biscuits and salami was passed around and I could not help myself. My blood test afterwards revealed these foods “caused the spike.” The other time when I felt peckish about 9pm and ate three plump Californian dates, two hours later my bloods shot up to a staggering ‘18’, the following day I rang the diabetics help line and after a few questions I discovered I had not “washed my hands” after handling the dates, the sugary residue was still on the nger I took blood from, “causing the spike.” It is so important to keep notes for the rst three months and people will quickly learn the does and don’ts. My newly introduced life style and diet of lower GI foods, salads, vegetables, fruit, chicken dishes, carbohydrates in moderation, lower fatty foods and some dairy, all had positive results. My three month blood test revealed and conrmed by my doctor a huge reduction in blood glucose levels, reduction in total cholesterol, lower blood pressure and an 8 kg weight loss. I have found excellent support from the Diabetes WA and my local 777 Pharmacy. Now armed with a plan and knowledge I believe I can keep my diabetes under control and still eat a variety of interesting and nutritious food. For more information call Diabetes WA on 9325 7699 email info@ diabeteswa.com.au travelling let’s go travelling FEBRUARY 2013 • London Calling • Cruise History Have a Go News' travel liftout ...for the mature traveller of Malaysia's new theme parks. Read discovering more on page The stunning Swiss Legoland. Alps - readOne Norman Burns' story on page 37 about the34. magic of Switzerland. 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ALL PRICES AT SENIOR R ATE travelling 22 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling ADVERTISING FEATURE 6PR announcer Harvey Deegan and Travel editor Jennifer Merigan WELL 2013 is off and running and I am looking forward to bringing you lots of interesting travel information throughout the year. We will commence our Talking Travel group again next month when the weather be- gins to cool down and I look forward to holding some interesting meetings for our travelling readers. I will be organising a solo travellers’ function a little later in the year for those of you who are looking for a travel companion. Other meetings planned include a Perth Airport ‘Q and A’ about the changes which are coming to our largest public transport hub. In January, I enjoyed a quick trip to Kuala Lumpur and Jahor Bahru for the launch of the Visit Malaysia Year 2014. Last run in 2007, the Visit Malaysia program, with its many festivals, special offers and tour packages available for the visitor, proved very successful in increasing visitor numbers to the country. I have been to Malaysia many times and enjoyed every visit there immensely. I often say that KL is like my second home; it is a city I never tire of and one where I relish every moment of its unique atmosphere – Malaysia’s catch phrase; Malaysia – Truly Asia describes the country perfectly. On this trip we took a short ight to Jahor Bahru for a visit to Legoland and Hello Kitty world and were not disappointed. In the picture left, 6PR’s Harvey Deegan and I brave the roller coaster ride at Legoland which really captures the spirit of our visit. I would certainly recommend a day out there especially with the grandchildren. You can read more about Legoland on page 34. This trip I utilised my Iphone and took some videos of my travels which you can see on our Facebook page. Fremantle Ports advise that they have installed a free wireless connection for cruise ship passengers and the visiting public while they are in and around Fremantle Passenger Terminal at Victoria Quay. This year, 18 cruise ships are scheduled to visit Fremantle Port with 60,000 passenger visits expected. The ships on their maiden visit this year include the Celebrity Solstice on 15 February and Costa NeoRomantica on 13 December. Don’t forget, I am accumulating email addresses so that I can send out ‘travel’ deals to readers on a regular basis. Just email me Jen@haveagonews. com.au with the subject Let’s go Travelling E News. Have a Go News is your newspaper and I welcome readers to feel free to contact me about any travel issues or enquiries. I will always do my best to source current information or assist you with a problem. 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Happy trails Jennifer Merigan Travel Editor let’s go travelling The travel industry and readers are welcome to contact the travel editor: Ph 9227 8283 Fax 9227 8293 Email: jen@haveagonews.com.au Exclusive Offer for Have a Go News readers VITA ITALIAN TOURS Umbria & Le Marche Contact Mario and Viny 03 9460 7373 / 0433 16 18 97 www.vitaitaliantours.com.au EASTERN EUROPE SPOIL YOURSELF with a weekend away in York and with an amazing meal cooked in the Settler’s House courtyard by Spanish chef Miguel Maestre, from Channel Ten’s TV show The Living Room. The gourmet weekend with Miguel VITA ITALIAN Tours is offering savings on a range of tours to Italy in 2013. Experience Italy in autumn and take advantage of these fantastic savings at the same time. The ever popular 17 day “Grand Tour of Italy” is a favourite with travellers. Mario, Viny together with their son Gianni run Vita Italian Tours and personally guide groups (14 people maximum) to some of the most exciting tourist destina- Guaranteed 2013 departures Baltic’s & Poland Bonus $500 credit Bohemia to Budapest Bonus $500 credit 16 days from $5,395 12 days from $4,295 Small group only 15 travellers From Helsinki to Estonia by ferry & a comprehensive tour of Latvia, Lithuania & Poland Small group only 15 travellers From Prague through the charming regional towns of Bohemia, Slovakia & Hungary Eastern Panorama 28 to 1 Apr 13 days $2,810 Great value first-class tour Vienna - Budapest - Krakow Warsaw - Berlin - Prague Unique tour from Prague to Vienna & Budapest then to Transylvania & Bucharest tions of Italy. The tour starts in Rome on 26 August and includes extended stays in Sorrento, Venice and Florence. It is also features fascinating and informative visits to Siena, San Gimignano, Amal Coast, Urbino and the small Republic of San Marino. The itinerary is informal and relaxed so that you can experience meeting the local people, enjoy the regional cuisine while exploring towns and villages in the best Italian tradition. 5 to 12 15 to 18 MARCH EASTER IN BUSSELTON APRIL Travellers often combine ‘The Grand Tour of Italy’ with the ve day ‘Cinque Terre Tour’ which has always captivated the traveller with its extraordinary rugged coastline and beauty. The tour explores all the ve towns which make up the Cinque Terre including Porto Venere and the picturesque Portono on the Ligurian coast. A highlight is a guided visit to the famous white marble mountains of Carrara where Michelangelo and many other famous artists chose their marble blocks to create their masterpieces. Accommodation is at quality hotels and the tours are characterised with ne food western front 1916-18 tour belgium & france 12 Day 12 Night Programme WEST AUSTRALIAN FOCUS 11 days touring the battleelds with military historian and experienced team - $3,635 land MONKEY MIA DOLPHINS AND PEARLS MAY EXMOUTH WINTER WARMER JUNE BROOME IN JUNE JULY PEMBERTON CHRISTMAS IN JULY FUNSEEKER TOURS & CHARTER PH 1300 660 668 (24hrs) funseek@iinet.net.au and wine. Mario, Viny and Gianni will ‘open doors’ not normally available to tourists and ensure you have a rewarding and exciting experience in fabulous surroundings. A special offer of 10 per cent discount is offered to all Have a Go News readers if you book directly with Vita Italian Tours. Please, also take advantage of our special discount for groups of four or more people travelling together to Italy. For details of the many tours Vita Italian Tours has to offer visit the website www. vitaitaliantours.com or contact Mario, Viny or Gianni on (03) 9460 7373. Authoritive, entertaining, truthful historical content and commentary; geographically accurate. Assistance and advice on Australian military historical sites of special interest to clients Kokoda Treks & Tours Pty Ltd Stirling, WA Australian Travel Agent 9TA 1368 www.kokoda.com.au kttadmin@amnet.net.au BOOKINGS 9446 9856 HAGN#009/251 BONUS credit is per couple, valid select tours deposited by 28 FEB. Mention Have-a-go paper on booking. Conditions apply. Prices quoted are per person twin share. Lic 2TA 5775 26 to 2 June HAGN#094/251 Call: 1300 363 554 Email: info@beyondtravel.com.au 8 to 12 House York Weekenders, all Have a Go News readers will receive a free continental breakfast for two, plus an extra night of accommodation when you book one night (to be used on either Friday 19 or Sunday 21 April). The Settlers House York Weekenders will be running throughout the year. Upcoming weekenders will feature a gourmet seafood dinner with Josh Catalano of MasterChef Series 1 and a Degustation Sensation with Herb Faust (Australia’s Iron Chef Winner). Tickets are $190 for dinner with Miguel and only $95 for one night accommodation at Settlers House. Have a Go News readers will receive a FREE continental breakfast for two and an additional night’s accommodation. To book a Settlers House York Weekender, call Zoe on 0420 985 501. Touring Italy in autumn Travel in style and comfort on our 30-seater 5 star luxury touring coach. Fully inclusive packages, home pick up and return, all meals, entries and ensuite accommodation. No hidden extras. Prague to Bucharest 13 days $2,445 Maestre at Settlers House in York will be part of a series of weekend packages available with a line-up of delicious meals and entertainment. Wine and dine under a starry sky on Saturday 20 April, with a delicious meal prepared by Celebrity Chef Miguel Maestre who will cook up a Spanish themed three-course dining experience. With an entrée, live demonstration of a scrumptious main course, delicious dessert and live entertainment, the evening promises to be a delicious affair. Spanish chef Miguel has a spicy are for life and an infectious love for food and cooking which he’s been sharing with Australian audiences each week on The Living Room. To celebrate the launch of the Settlers HAGN#137/251 HAGN#085/251 Specialise in personally guided small group tours to Italy 2013 Tours Grand Tour of Italy May/Sept Experience the beautiful Cinque Terre Tour May/Sept countryside, medieval & Tour of Le Marche Region June Renaissance hill towns, June The Northern Lakes exquisite regional cuisine, & Dolomites Tour fine wine and excellent Opera & Food August local hospitality y, The Best of Tuscany, September HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling 23 ADVERTISING FEATURE The Best of Turkey and the Black Sea “WHEN you visit Turkey you can feel you are at the crossroads of the Old World!” says George Booth Director of Sales Travel Tree. A wonderful history that has seen the inuence of the Romans the Greeks and Turks on both the old and modern history of Turkey make it somewhere we all want to visit at some time. You can experience the history of ‘Constantinople, the signicance of Gallipoli, the city of Troy and the Trojan Horse or perhaps the magnicence of Ephesus preservation with great stories of Roman times. Cappadocia offers the opportunity to explore the volcanic landscape dotted with caves and troglodyte dwellings. The Trafalgar 14 day Best of Turkey tour has one and two night stopovers with breakfast included daily and 12 dinners including a farewell dinner on the last night in Istanbul. George and Josephine Booth will escort a 23 day tour from Australia to combine essential Turkey with a seven night cruise on Silversea Silver Spirit into the Black Sea ports of Yalta/Sevastopol/Odessa (Ukraine), Constanta (Romania) and Nessebar (Bulgaria) departing 11 September returning 4 October 2013. The Silversea Silver Spirit is the ultimate cruise ship with just 540 passengers and quality inclusions such as all meals (even in the cabin if required), theatre with entertainment, free alcohol (beer/ wine, soft drinks and spirits), well tted suites and butler service throughout the voyage. Small ship cruising is the specialty of Silversea; those who have been on the larger ships see the difference in the on board atmosphere with the personal service and less crowded restaurants and poolside. Join us on facebook! The escorted tour itinerary ying Singapore Airlines covers: Istanbul, Canakkale (Gallipoli), Troy, Pergamon, Izmir, Ephesus, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ankara (Turkish Capital) then onto the seven night Cruise visiting Yalta, Sevastopol, Odessa, Constanta and Nessebar. The 23 day Perth to Perth tour costs from $8,295 per person share twin with various cabin grades available. George and Josephine Booth have escorted many tours worldwide and ensure the content and services are adhered to while making sure no one is left on their own, including during for meals. For information and bookings phone Travel Tree 9382 5049. The Travel Doctor’s advice for diving tours issues which can happen anywhere. A general health and tness check prior to travel is a good idea, with review of any ongoing medications. For those who have not dived for considerable time, a more formal dive medical may be in order. A test dive before travel checks that equipment is working and ensures the wetsuit is not two sizes too small! Dental llings or root canal treatment should be avoided for a month prior to diving, to minimise the risk of dental barotrauma. Immunisations for travel should be destination specic, taking into account time of year and relevant medical history. Recommended vaccinations for remote locations might include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Hepatitis B. When malaria prophylaxis is advised the choices for divers are limited; however Doxycycline & Malarone are commonly used. Diving in Lake Malawi risks bilharzia (schistosomiasis) although some travellers are inaccurately told that certain parts of the lake are bilharzia free. Divers from here should be seen at least three months after return for a check-up. Conservatively, your last dive should be 12-24hrs before ying to avoid precipitating decompression sickness (although modern dive computers may suggest shorter intervals). The Travel Doctor Fremantle can assist you in your health preparation as well as putting together a kit for you that might include rehydration salts, tablets for nausea and motion sickness, antibiotics for travellers diarrhoea, paracetamol, antihistamines, drying ear drops and antibiotic ear drops just in case. Dr David Rutherford The Travel Doctor Fremantle ESCORTED PILGRIMAGE TO ISRAEL Gill Rookyard, an Anglican priest in the Diocese of Perth will escort the Pilgrimage tour from Perth to Perth*. Gill has visited Israel previously and is passionate about sharing the wonderful experience of the visit with the participants. The tour will visit the most symbolic cities and sites such as Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Masada,Qumran and more with a local guide to assist throughout the tour. Departing Perth Monday 14 October 2013 15 nights/16 days Perth/Perth $3,999 pp share twin $4,799 Single room sole use Cost includes: Economy class airfares and current taxes ying Thai Airways and El Al • 10 Full days touring with driver and guide • Daily breakfast and dinner in Israel and breakfast Bangkok • Airport transfers • Porterage at Hotels • Pilgrim Certicate • 13 nights accommodation including Bangkok (Balance ying) • Services of escort (subject to 20 full fare paying participants). Not included: Meals other than stipulated • Passport & Travel Insurance • Tips and gratuities • Any visa fee (not required by Australian and NZ passport holders) • Expenses of a personal nature. For bookings to the information sessions or details of the pilgrimage Maxiema 9382 5059 Email: maxiema@traveltree.com.au INFORMATION SESSION: Tuesday 19 FEBRUARY 6PM HAGN#120/251 SCUBA diving takes people to exotic locations to see extraordinary wrecks and untouched coral reefs. Each destination requires a unique traveller risk assessment and isolated locations require more self-sufciency and travel insurance which covers medical evacuation and hyperbaric treatment. How the dive tour is conducted, accommodation, meal preparation, and the trip home all need to be taken into account when planning your trip. This aside, the most common problems for travelling divers are still ear, sinus, dental and cardiovascular let’s go travelling License number 9TA 1041 ABN NUMBER 016 002 Guided Holiday of TURKEY & The Black Sea 23 Nights/24 Days from $8,295 pp twin share Departs PERTH Wednesday 11 Sept 2013 Arrive back in PERTH Friday 4 Oct 2013 Cruise Silversea’s Silver Spirit - Visiting Istanbul & Canakkale (Turkey) • Yalta - Sevastopol - Odessa (Ukraine)• Constanta (Romania) • Nessebar (Bulgaria) The Silver Spirit, with only a 540-passenger capacity, is the newest vessel in the Silversea fleet and combines distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle with six dining venues, large spa and 95% of suites with private verandahs. Seven grades of suites available on Silversea! Join George and Josephine Booth (escorts) on a tour designed to fully explore the crossroads of the world. Visit Turkey (including Gallipoli) and then cruise the vast Black Sea on the Silver Spirit through the Bosphorus Strait, visiting Ukraine, Bulgaria and Romania. See lands best known for their history, variety of terrain and unique cultures, on a route less travelled, during the short Black Seas cruise season. We start in Istanbul, one of the region’s most historical cities, with its mosques, markets and museums, and then embark on a 14-day tour exploring the rest of this exciting region, including Gallipoli, before returning to Istanbul. Join us in this guided holiday from Perth, ying with Singapore Airlines, with the opportunity to extend the trip at the end! INFORMATION SESSION: Thursday, 21 February, 10am Phone 9382 5049 for reservations Inclusions: • Economy class flights with Singapore Airlines Perth/Istanbul/Perth via Singapore • Current airline taxes and charges • Guided tour from Istanbul visiting Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Izmir, Ephesus, St Mary’s House, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Antalya, Perge, Aspendos, Konya, Cappadocia, Ugrup, Goreme, Ankara, Gordion, Bursa. • 7-night all-inclusive, luxury Silversea cruise etc. • Airport transfers The inclusions on the Silver Spirit range from a butler to all meals and beverages, including wine and spirits from your in-suite refrigerator. Even at night, if you are not in the mood to dine out, dine in! Important note: All costs are subject to currency fluctuation, applicable airfares at time of travel and suite availability. Escorts are subject to minimum 30 persons travelling from Perth on published departure date. For information and bookings contact phone 9382 5049 Email maxiema@traveltree.com.au License number 9TA 1041 ABN NUMBER 016 002 HAGN#118/251 travelling 24 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling ADVERTISING FEATURE The lowdown on Lygon Lygon Street, Melbourne by Jeanette Woolerton AS IS COMMON in the month of February, Victoria has been besieged by bushres yet again. This season’s relentless heatwave has taken its toll on many rural communities. In seems that the safest, coolest and most inspiring place to be right now is in the central business district of Melbourne. The inner city offers welcome respite from the scorched landscape that surrounds it. The parks and gardens remain verdant, detailed with vibrant blooms and historical artefacts. Melbourne is consistently cool, clean and green. Ambling along the many laneways and sidewalks creates immense pleasure, for the incredible variety of things to see and do there. As you head north of the city, the cultural inuence becomes distinctly European. A perfect example of this is Lygon Street, Carlton, one of the great food precincts of Melbourne. Lygon Street has its origins in the early immigration of Italian migrants to Melbourne. Located close to the University of Melbourne, the area owes much of its growth (and popularity as a culinary destination) to the students of the University, who frequented the street long before it became fashionable with business people. Lygon Street has the largest selection of Italian restaurants and cafes of any located anywhere in Australia. It was also the rst suburb in Melbourne to promote eating outdoors. Tables and chairs line the footpaths and it is challenging to manoeuvre around them without pausing for a snack! The precinct provides the perfect setting for a summer evening’s gathering with a group of friends, especially if you’re sitting in the garden cafes, the birthplace of Melbourne’s unique ‘cafe culture’ Immaculate Victorian terraces provide a backdrop for coffee lovers, dining al fresco and a variety of cake shops and gelato bars tempt visitors as they spill out of the theatres, cinemas and galleries. You can browse hidden fashion boutiques and book shops, or meander through the Carlton Gardens to one of Australia’s most important classical structures, the Royal Exhibition Building. Dubbed “Little Italy’, it comes as no surprise that the Museo Italiano, located at 199 Faraday Street, Carlton, tells the story of the Italian community in Victoria, with a focus on Carlton. The Museo was developed as a focus of the Lygon Street precinct, with funding from the Victorian Multicultural Commission’s Cultural Precincts Enhancement fund and support from the City of Melbourne. The Museo Italiano displays and interprets the experience of Italian migration, as well as the culture created by Italians in Australia. Italian people come from many different backgrounds with strong regional afliations that continue to form ItalianAustralian identities. The original migrants departed from Italy for a variety of reasons, but all were interested in seeking better business opportunities and Italian-Australians have developed a unique culture by relating their traditions, knowledge and customs to local content and values. The Museo Italiano is a living testament to the rich, diverse and fabulous warmth the Italian community injects into our lives. Delicious food in Lygon Street, wonderful company in the local people and invaluable information in the museum blend together to create an unforgettable European experience! Please contact the museum directly for further information on (03) 9439 9000 or visit the website at http://www.museoitaliano.com.au/ For a detailed peruse on what else this fantastic precinct has to offer, please visit: http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/PlacestoGo/ Pages/SearchResults.aspx?scope=All+Sites&TM CulturalPrecinct=Lygon Street Italian precinct Lygon Street has everything that you could possibly wish for... And more! Tick off your bucket list at Perth Holiday & Travel Expo independent travel expo, and this year, features a more diverse array of travel options than ever before, covering destinations and holidays to Europe, Asia, Africa, New Zealand, Middle East and WA. More than 100 exhibitors will be on show, providing holiday ideas to suit all tastes and budgets – from HAGN#022/251 river and ocean-cruising, and coach and rail holidays, to skiing and adventure trips, and relaxing resorts. Travel experts will be on hand across the weekend to provide the very latest information, and you can enjoy huge savings by booking your next holiday directly at the Expo. You can also book your travel insurance on the spot. Attend free Travel Theatre presentations with leading industry experts discussing destinations across the globe and giving valuable travel tips. Sessions will run every half-hour between 10.30am and 3pm in Crown’s Botanical Rooms, accessible by a lift, escalators and stairs. Event organiser, Pat Strahan says the over 55s market had driven signicant growth recently in nature and adventure-based travel, as well as rich cultural experiences. “More and more people in their later years are embarking on holidays with a touch of adventure, excitement or unique culture,” she said. “There is a denite shift HAGN#066/251 Specialising in small group adventure holidays with over 450 tours in 130+ countries worldwide. Ph 1300 414 151 or visit www.exploreworldwide.com.au towards those sensory holiday experiences that places like Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, New Zealand, and the North and South West of WA are so rich in. The very best of these destinations and experiences will be on show at the Expo, making it a convenient way to research and even book your next holiday.” Fantastic prizes to be won All visitors who attend the Expo will receive entry forms for some fantastic travel prizes, including a $4,500 Malaysia holiday and a $1,500 car hire package in Europe. Courtesy of Tourism Malaysia, Malaysia Airlines and the Sabah Tourism Board, you could win: • Two airfares Perth - Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur – Perth, ying Malaysia Airlines. • Three days / two nights’ accommodation in Kuala Lumpur. • A half-day Kuala Lumpur city tour. • Four days / three nights’ accommodation at Pacic Sutera Harbour Resort & Spa, Kota Kinabalu. • Return airport and hotel transfers. • A ve-hour Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park Is- Bungle Bungles Chopper land excursion. • A day trip to Kinabalu Park and Sabah Tea Gardens. Simply place your completed entry form in the barrel at the Tourism Malaysia stand and, with a bit of luck, you could be experiencing your very own Malaysian adventure. Or put the cherry on top of your next European encounter, with free car hire, thanks to Renault Eurodrive. This prize package includes 21 days use of a brand new Renault Clio, with 24-hour roadside assistance, unlimited kilometers, full insurance and pick-up and drop-off at any French depot. Look for the Renault Eurodrive vehicle at the Expo and enter there for your chance to win. Don’t miss this one-stopshop for all your holiday needs. The 2013 Perth Holiday & Travel Expo at Crown Perth is open from 10am to 4.30pm on Saturday 16 February and Sunday 17 February. Entry is $10 for Adults $8 for Aged Pensioners / Seniors and free for Children under 15 years when accompanied by an adult. Visit www.holidayexpo. com.au for full details. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of 10 double passes simply send an email to hagncomps@ haveagonews.com.au with Holiday and Travel Expo in the subject line or call the ofce during business hours on 9227 8283. Only over 45s eligible and competition closes 15/02/13. 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The event is Perth’s longest-running and only HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling 25 ADVERTISING FEATURE History of Cruising - Cruising Booms by Chris Frame Maritime Historian CRUISING as a holiday experience had many false starts; however it nally started to gain traction in the 1970s. Strangely it was the demise of the transatlantic passenger ship as a mode of transport (replaced by the jet aircraft) that saw cruising take off as a holiday destination. In 1972, Carnival Cruise Lines commenced services utilising a former transatlantic ocean liner which was converted into a cruise ship. Renamed Mardi-Gras, and with the addition of swimming pools, lido decks and buffet restaurants, the reborn ship cruised from Florida on short voyages to the Caribbean and the Bahamas. Cruising was further bolstered by the growth of lines such as Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, as well as Norwegian Cruise Line, which elevated cruising to a new level in 1979 when they bought the laid-up former ocean liner, SS France and converted her into the world’s largest cruise ship. Re-named Norway, the ship was more than 1,000 feet long and weighed 70,000 gross registered tons. By far the largest cruise ship in the world, and even larger than the famed QE2, Norway’s success as a cruise ship paved the way for a boom in the construction of even larger cruise ships, many of which far exceeded the size of the largest of the transatlantic liners. The secret to the success of cruising was twofold. Firstly, the home port of the large American cruise ships was moved from New York to Miami and Fort Lauderdale. These ports were less than a day’s sailing from popular Caribbean islands, and gave birth to the idea of seven, four and even sooner had Carnival Destiny been launched than Princess Cruises announced the construction of an even bigger, and more expensive cruise ship, Grand Princess. Grand Princess was the rst in a series of nine giant vessels, each between 107,000 and 113,000 gross registered tons, which helped Princess Cruises to become one of the leading cruise lines in the world. The cruising boom wasn’t restricted to just the United States. As new ships came on the scene in the Caribbean, cruise lines expanded their horizons and itineraries, penetrating the UK, Mediterranean and Asian cruising markets with ease. Closer to home, the veteran P&O Cruises (based in Sydney) was acquired by Carnival (along with many other cruise lines - including Cunard, Holland America, Princess, Costa, P&O UK and Seabourn). With new funding the company has grown and today operate three large ships, two of which are close to 70,000 tons in size! Throughout this unprecedented boom in cruising, one ship remained on the transatlantic run. Cunard’s QE2 became the sole survivor of a bygone era. QE2’s unique dual-purpose design allowed for her to operate as a cruise ship throughout the winter months. However each and every year of her unmatched 39½ year career she operated regular transatlantic crossings. When Carnival acquired Cunard Line in 1998, they committed to an unexpected project to build a running mate for QE2. Launched as Queen Mary 2 in 2003, she was the largest, longest, tallest, widest and most lavish passenger ship ever built. Sadly QE2 retired in 2008 after travelling close to 6-million miles and carrying 2.5 million passengers. However QM2, the rst true large ocean liner built since 1967, remains on the transatlantic trade. But even the giant QM2 has been eclipsed in size. While QM2 weighs in at 151,000 gross registered tons, Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas tip the scales at 225,000 gross registered tons each! These mammoth cruise ships are unlike anything ever built before. With accommodation for 5,400 passengers, and 2,300 crew, these ships are more than ve times larger than Titanic and far more luxurious. They boast water parks, a boardwalk, entertainment precincts, a ‘central park’ complete with trees, restaurants, bars and even two surng simulators. Here, the cruise ship has truly become the destination. So what does the future for cruising hold? Some industry experts have proposed cities at sea complete with airports atop giant ships more than a mile long. Others yearn for the days of smaller ships, and there has been a resurgence of popularity in smaller expedition cruise ships such as the Australian based Orion, which can take passengers into unique and unspoilt locations the larger ships can’t access. Time will tell, but one thing is for sure, the era of big ships has only just begun. We hope you have enjoyed the history of cruising series. If you want more information please visit www. facebook.com/chriscunard Chris Frame is a maritime author and historian. He and his wife Rachelle Cross have co-authored eight books about maritime history. Their books QE2: A Photographic Journey, The QE2 Story and The Evolution of the Transatlantic Liner contain further details of the time period and can be bought via Amazon, Fishpond, Dymocks and other good book stores. You can connect with Chris via his website www.chriscunard.com or on Facebook www.facebook.com/chriscunard SAVE UP TO 15% on 2013 Cruises* Great Prices, Great Service LONDON Fr. $1,599 UK CAR HIRE $27 per day BUSINESS CLASS Fr. $5,999 rtn HAGN#115/251 THEN take advantage of this service which may provide you an opportunity to nd like-minded companions for trips. 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With extra space added, heaps more entertainment and some great new exhibitors on board there’s even more to explore at this year’s Show. You can check out displays of the latest caravans, motor homes, camper trailers, 5th wheelers and camping equipment, along with a range of accessories including fridges, generators, satellite dishes, solar panels, kitchen gadgets plus more. Holiday destinations and caravan parks from across the state will be on display giving you the opportunity to pick up some useful guides and tips on holiday spots. The Caravan and Camping Show has a variety of free seminars and demonstrations to help you hit the open road – showing you how easy it is to enjoy a caravanning or camping holiday without hassle or fuss. 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Upon reopening in 1901 the museum, collections and adjoining grounds were given in perpetuity, as a free gift to the people, with London County Council as Trustees and today the museum continues to ‘bring the world to Forest Hill’. The Horniman houses a collection of 350,000 objects, specimens and artefacts from around the world in galleries which include natural history, anthropology, music and the aquarium. Both the aquarium and taxidermy has garnered “designated status” which means the treasures held there are considered of national and international importance. Like the Pitt Rivers Museum (Oxford University) the Horniman collections appear to be arranged thematically rather than according to age or origin. This and the classic architecture, old school cabinets and high density of objects gives the Horniman an old world museum of curiosities feel. Highlights for me were seeing a Dodo and the extensive collection of butteries and beetles, which is only part of the incredible animal kingdom collection on display. Most appealing was the aquarium in the museum’s basement. 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Having a bit of ‘immature’ fun, I have had a wonderful time playing with the name Horniman, and if this seems somewhat childish you might like to know that in 2004 the museum encountered problems receiving emails due to the modern connotations of its name which was confusing pornography lters; so in fairness, it is not just me! Until next month; over and out … from London Calling SPECIAL • Double/twin $145 includes tour voucher + $20 extra person • Family of 4 $165 • Family of 5 $180 *Subject to availability - bookings essential • GUEST BONUS - FREE welcome drink when dining at The Emerald Room Restaurant • FREE continental breakfast • FREE in-house movies, FOXTEL and broadband internet • FREE tea, coffee and biscuits in your spacious motel room • POOL, restaurant, cocktail bar, BBQ & guest laundry EMAIL: geraldton@hospitalityinns.com.au WEB: www.hospitalityinngeraldton.com.au A TOUR of the Kremlin, a visit to the Hermitage Museum and a cruise along the canals of St Petersburg are all part of a small group 10-day tour of Russia which costs from just $3495 per person twin share. The groups have no more than 20 people and are operated by Beyond Travel exclusively for Australian and New Zealand travellers with ve scheduled, guaranteed departures between May and September this year. The difference between this tour and most other Russian itineraries is that travellers will stay in centrally-located, westernmanaged ve star hotels in the centre of Moscow and St Petersburg rather than hotels located outside the city centre, and rather than coach travel between the two cities you will travel in luxury aboard the Sapsan train, one of the world’s most modern high speed rail services. Two days of the tour are also devoted to HAGN#044/251 GERALDTON S SENIORS SPECIAL 1999 gardens – from food and dye gardens to an interactive sound garden – set among 16 acres of beautiful, green space which offer spectacular views across London. The exhibition opens and presents from 16 February, the Amazon Adventure – Vicious Fishes and Other Riches, which is an opportunity to explore the world’s largest and most biologically diverse river. Designed by the Miami Science Museum, this is the rst time the exhibit has visited Europe. The Horniman is a ve to 10 minute walk from Forest Hill station and is signposted from the platform one exit. To get there, it is best to catch a train from the London Bridge in central London. The daily hours are from 10.30am to 5.30pm (excluding 24 - 26 December) and the gardens open at 7.15am Monday to Saturday and 8am on Sunday and Bank Holidays, closing at sunset. Entry to the Museum and Gardens is free but charges do apply for the aquarium. And … from curiosity to performance, the next stop for me will be ‘Ballet Revolución’, a dance fusing ballet, contemporary dance and hip hop. This concoction of Cuban, African and Spanish inuences is choreographed Highlights of Russia ESPERANCE SEASIDE SENIORS S ESCAPE DRUMMOND COVE VE HAGN#083/251 by Jayson Mansaray frogs, and living coral reefs cultivated by the museum. And the music gallery was incredible, a true living encyclopedia of instruments from around the world and throughout history. As if that was not enough, there are clever interactive displays where you can scroll through the instruments and have their particular sound played for you. I chose the ‘Cornett’, a favourite of Henry VII - who seems to be a protagonist of London Calling lately, and the Standard Guitar where a recording of Eric Clapton performing Hideaway in London was played. Who said museums can’t be rock and roll? There is also a chance for you to experience different instruments in the ‘hands on’ physical sense and I discovered that I am rather adept at the ‘Samza’, aka the thumb piano. The last segment was the centenary gallery where the museum explores its own history and style, including a frank admission of how it had presented ‘Western’ and ‘Non-Western’ cultures as differing in their degree of primitiveness/intelligence. Fortunately this form of collecting and display ethic is discredited today. The indoor exhibits link to the award-winning display HAGN#128/251 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling 31 ADVERTISING FEATURE Going Fishing - Swan atties by Mike Roennfeldt Glen Host with Swan River athead before release THE Swan/Canning river system has probably given me more happy shing memories than anywhere else on the planet. We are so lucky to have such a beautiful and accessible waterway on our doorstep, especially during the spring to autumn months when many of our favourite sh species move in to the system and turn on some great shing opportunities. Not that I’ve taken as much advantage of these opportunities as I should have over the past couple of years, but I still get a buzz wandering the shallow sand ats downstream from Nedlands on a warm summer’s morning or afternoon. The prime target species are athead and black bream, the latter being generally more obvious in the open shallows in late summer to early autumn. As I mentioned in a recent column, there are some extra bonuses coming up in the Swan/Canning this year, the most signicant of which arise from recent announcements that both river prawns and mullo- Pleasures of Tuscany - Palate to Palette Enjoy a Miss Maud’s ‘cuppa and cake’ Airline News EITHAD has decided to put on hold its plans to extend services from Perth and will take at least two years to initiate the plan. Air Asia has introduced a new ancillary offering, the “Quiet Zone” which is exclusively for guests who are above age 12. The “Quiet Zone” cabin features a new ambiance with soft lighting, offering a more relaxing cabin atmosphere, which will ensure a more pleasant journey for guests across all its long-haul ights across China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Australia and Nepal. Qantas has announced plans to drop many of its Perth to Asia ights as its new alliance with Emirates hots up. Passengers will have options to y through to Asia with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacic. Tourism Council WA has congratulated Garuda Indonesia and WA Tourism Minister Kim Hames on the announcement of a new daily service from Jakarta to Perth which will commence on the 28 June. Tourism Council WA’s Evan Hall said the new service was a great result after months of negotiations backed by both the State Government and Tourism WA. “This Jakarta air service is about bringing Indonesian visitors to WA, rather than just WA tourists going to Bali” said Mr Hall. THERE is no better way to hear about tours than with a cuppa and a pastry. Sit back, relax and see an informative DVD presentation of what is in store on a Silvers Tour. While learning about the different tours to so many places around Australia and the World, you are able to discuss your travel ideas with other like minded travellers. This is a great way to also nd a travel partner; many Silvers Travellers have formed long lasting friendships in this way. Tours that will be discussed include a nine day trip to the UAE state of Dubai in April. This spectacular city and desert surrounds will amaze you. In May there will be a 28 Day Grand tour with a difference from New York to Alaska with the Inside Passage Cruise. There will be an absolutely luxurious 11 Visit Beautiful Jarrahdale LAZY LOBSTER Holiday Units/Chalets, PORT DENISON/DONGARA Please call 9524 HAGN#038/251 EMAIL: grassroots@iinet.net.au WEB: www.grassroots.net.au Please join us for a FREE sumptuous Miss Mauds morning tea and hear and see a pictorial presentation all about our up-coming tours, at 9.30am on Thursday 28 February or Friday 22 March HAGN#021/251 PENSIONER DISCOUNT AVAILABLE day tour in July to Brunei on the island of Borneo, with a two night stop in Singapore. August 2013 will see a 35 day tour of the United Kingdom including Northern and Southern Ireland. Coming up in October is a 21 day tour of the north and south islands of New Zealand, followed in November by an Australian favourite starting with the Great Ocean Road Adelaide to Melbourne for eight days followed by a 14 day tour of the holiday isle of Tasmania. Lastly, in December 2013, there will be a unique tour to a Country Manor in Kent England for Christmas and then to Paris for a New Years extravaganza. To reserve your seat at the Miss Maude presentation to be held on Thursday 28 February, please call Silvers Travel on their Free Call number 1300 442 855 or 9524 3888. PERTH’S OLDEST TRAVEL CLUB Fully escorted touring for the over 45s since 1966 • Set in the heart of 42 acres of beautiful jarrah forest • 45 minutes from Perth • Dorms and three conference halls • 10 two bedroom cottages, 20 one bedroom chalets • 10 berth bedding • Beach volleyball • Cricket • Badminton • Swimming pool • Labyrinth • Tennis courts • Children’s playground • Walking tracks • Bikes hire • $90 Chalets • $120 Cottages 79 Hughes Road, Jarrahdale PH: 9525 5227 son going longer. Like most species in a nite environment like a river, there are only so many sh to go around, so it makes sense to have them go around more than once. I paid a visit to Claremont Bay recently, intent on trying for yellown whiting on small poppers and stickbaits. The tide was a bit high and the water a bit choppy for what I had in mind, but I kept on trying, while my shing mate Glen Host soon changed over to a small hard bodied minnow lure and was quickly rewarded with four atties. Those atsh only come to the surface if they are really in the mood. And speaking of atsh, I did have a couple of follows from ounder, the rst I’ve seen in the Swan for quite a while. Flounder were once almost as prolic as atties in the river, but they seemed to thin out around the same time the river prawns disappeared. It’s good to see them back, as it was to spot a big cobbler mooching along out in open water. River-wise, things are starting to look up. HAGN#106/251 nity to drive a Ferrari and a sumptuous Gala evening full of local produce and glitter. La Dolce Vita! The 13 Nights Villa Petrolo Tour dates are from 7 - 21 April 2013 with return transfers from Rome, two meals per day, touring while at the villa and one night in Rome at a 4 star central hotel. The cost is $5995 per person twin share. For further information please contact Chrissie on 9284 9488. Quiet comfy, lovely garden setting. Fully self-contained well-equipped units. Only a 2 min walk to beach and Marina. STAY 7 NIGHTS PAY FOR 6 WEEKLY RATE $600 Ph 9927 2177 Email: lazylobster@westnet.com.au Visit www.lazylobster.net.au SUMMER ESCAPE • Studio $295 per night min 3 night stay • 2 bedroom $385 per night min 3 night stay • 3 night’s accommodation • Daily continental breakfast • Hamper on arrival • Free movie hire and tennis 3888 to reserve your seat. CITY OF MERCHANTS, DUBAI. UAE. 9 Days 7 Nights Departing Monday 1 April - $5,370 T/S Single Supplement $560 NEW YORK TO ALASKA 4 Week Tour Departing Tuesday 30 April - $14,435 T/S Single Supplement fr $2,150 LUXURIOUS & BEAUTIFUL BRUNEI 11 Days 10 Nights, NOW WITH A 2 NIGHT SINGAPORE STOP OVER Departing Monday 8 July - $5,780 T/S Single Supplement $970 GRAND TOUR OF GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND 5 Week Tour Departing Friday 16 August - $14,580 T/S Single Supplement $1,250 GRAND TOUR OF NEW ZEALAND 21 Days Departing Thursday 10 October - $6,648 T/S Single Supplement $1,450 THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD 8 Days Departing Saturday 2 November - $2,800 T/S Single Supplement $420 SPECTACULAR TASMANIA 14 Days Departing Sunday 10 November - $4,775 T/S Single Supplement $785 XMAS SHOPPING & SHOW IN MELBOURNE 4 Days Departing Friday 6 December - $1,745 T/S Single Supplement $195 TRADITIONAL ENGLISH COUNTRY CHRISTMAS & SPECTACULAR PARISIENNE NEW YEAR 17 Days Departing Thursday 19 Dec - $8,950 T/S Single Supplement $780 EXPLORING THE DEEP SOUTH OF USA WITH CARIBBEAN CRUISE 28 Days Departing Monday 24 March 2014 - $13,470 T/S Single Supplement fr $1,500 Studio based on twin share, 2 bed based on quad share Subject to availability, not applicable during 24 Dec 2012 to 14 Jan 2013, 25-28 Jan 2013, 8-10 Feb 2013 Package based on Total price studio $885, 2 bed $1155 HAGN#037/251 SELECT Travel Service has an exclusive small group tour to Tuscany in Italy for 14 days staying in an 18th century Tuscan Villa visiting Arezzo, Siena, Menterchi, Florence, Montepulciano and more. This tour is operated by the Select Travel Service staff and is exclusively designed for the mature traveller who is seeking to travel in a small group with every detail taken care of. You will be guided by Select Travel’s manager Chrissie, art historian Rosa and celebrated WA artist Jules Sher who joins the tour to enhance guest’s knowledge of art and history of the regions explored in the tour. Select Travel has been operating this tour for the last 16 years. You will spend two weeks in heaven at the 18th century Villa Petrolo in the Chianti Hills where you will know instantly you have arrived somewhere special. They take guests, who become friends, on a journey of discovery and embrace all things Italian! Tour through Tuscany during the day, following the path of Renaissance artist Piero Della Francesca and then come ‘home’ to the villa for mouth watering meals prepared by the personal chef. ‘If it is not in season, then it’s not on the menu’ – says our chef Katrina Forrest. Guests are invited to participate in the preparation of meals in the kitchen and learn Katrina’s secrets. The local staff from Villa Petrolo, have become like family and are always popping in, full of cheer, Italian enthusiasm and the odd bottle of Petrolo wine! Towns that are included on the tour are Arezzo, Siena, Monterchi, Montevarchi, Castelina in Chianti, San Gimignano, Florence, Montepulciano, Pienza, Assisi and Perugia. Highlights include being guided through The Ufzi with Jules, a gourmet picnic at a secret location in Montepulciano, gelato in San Gimignano, an opportu- way will be restocked into the system over coming months. The potential benets of healthier stocks of both these species are immense. Any angler worth his or her salt relishes the opportunity to catch, a sh that can grow to 30kg or more like a mulloway, and those of us long enough in the tooth to remember, will appreciate that dragging for river prawns on a warm summer night was once a core element of the traditional Perth lifestyle. In the meantime, there are still the athead, bream, ounder, tailor, yellown whiting, giant herring and crabs to keep us interested. Some of the crabs coming from shallow water in the hottest part of summer were absolute beauties, with nipper arms as thick as broom handles. At the time of writing, bream reports have been a little scarce but it has been a very good season for athead. Most of the anglers I know who sh for atties in the Swan release all they catch. It is such an enjoyable shery and with so many people taking part these days, it’s probably a good way to keep the sea- Wyndham Resort & Spa | 700 Caves Rd Dunsborough T: 9756 9777 F: 9756 8788 dunsborough.reservations@wyn.com www.wyndhamvacationresorts.com.au PH 9524 3888 EMAIL silverstravel@sonshinetravel.com.au 205 Sixty Eight Road, Baldivis WA 6171 All tours are booked in conjunction with “Sonshine Travel” Lic No. TAG 994 travelling 32 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling ADVERTISING FEATURE SeaDream comes to Australia SEADREAM Yacht Club has begun selling cruises aboard SeaDream II in Asia in 2013/2014 and into Ona Bus o G Specialising in group day tours HAGN#003/251 Early March Special Sculpture by the Sea Sunset picnic dinner 4pm - 8pm $35pp April Easter Special New Whistler’s chocolate outlet, nougat factory and winery with cafe lunch. 9.30am - 3.30pm $65pp Book early for these monthly specials 9453 3843 Email: info@goonabus.com.au www.goonabus.com.au and out of Cairns. For the rst time, Australians have the opportunity to join the world’s Number One boutique mega motor-cruiser without the need to travel halfway around the world to either the Mediterranean or Caribbean. Book before 28 February and you’ll receive a further 10 per cent off already reduced promotional prices. For example, a 7-days Singapore to Phuket on 21 December 2013, via seven ports in Malaysia and Thailand will come down to as low as US$4055pp twinshare. Enjoy all 5-star dining, select premium brands from the open bars and at nightly pre-dinner cocktails as well as wines with meals, use of a 30-course golf simulator. Fitness centre, gratuities and port charges and taxes, are included in prices of all sailings. The 56-stateroom SeaDream II which carries a maximum 112 guests served by 95 crew, will sail 15 days from Athens to Mumbai on 12 October this year and on arrival there will to sail 18 voyages over ve months to some of the largest and most popular ports of South East Asia in India, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar (Burma), Malay- sia, Sri Lanka, the Andaman Islands, Cambodia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, China and Indonesia which many larger cruise ships cannot access. On 18 January 2014, she’ll sail 14 days from Bali to Cairns by way of four ports in Indonesia, plus East Timor, Darwin, Seven Spirit Bay, Cape York, Lizard and Low Islands, and Port Douglas and then back to Bali from Cairns on 1 February 2014, visiting New Guinea’s Milne Bay, the Trobriand and Tami Islands, the Sepik River, Jayapura in Indonesian Papua, Sulawesi, and the Komodo and Satonda Islands. Obtain full itineraries and an 80-page brochure of Asia and other SeaDream sailings from travel agents, www.seadream. com or phone toll-free 1800 217 902 – open till 11am EST Tuesday to Saturday. For new bookings only, not combinable with any other savings programs and some restrictions apply. The 2013 Berlitz Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships has once again given SeaDream I and twin SeaDream II Top Rating in the Boutique Ship category for vessels carrying 50 to 250 guests. ESCORTED UK & EUROPE TOURS ALL TOURS INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND 3 NIGHTS IN BANGKOK AND 3 NIGHTS IN HONG KONG Come and visit WA’s newest national park! One example of the prolic rock art at the Burrup Peninsula A NEW national park, the Murujuga National Park was announced recently. It is where Friends of Australian Rock Art (FARA) offer an annual guided tour of the spectacular rock art of the Burrup Peninsula. This is the world’s most extensive rock art collection and is estimated to be 30,000 years old - well before the last ice age and much older than the famed Lascaux Cave paintings in the south of France. The Pyramids of Egypt are babes in arms in comparison! Most importantly, the petroglyphs on the Burrup Peninsula provide the world’s most signicant and continuous record of human culture, including the oldest known record of the human face, depictions of the thylacine (Tasmanian tiger) and fat-tailed kangaroo that have been extinct on the Australian mainland for thousands of years. The area is a wonderful record of human culture adapting to changes in climate and landform. Each year the volunteer-based Friends of Australian Rock Art (FARA) provides the only opportunity to take a tour of the area in the company of expert guides, led by archaeologist Dr Ken Mulvaney. As tour coordinator June Moorhouse points FARES FROM PERTH out, “With so much industry on the Burrup there are limited opportunities for people to visit the site as tourists and very little information to assist people to see and appreciate the extraordinary heritage that is there. This Tour really does give people an insight to this little known treasure.” Participant Jane Leahy-Kane was effusive about her experience of the tour last year, “It surpassed my expectations in every way – the organisation, the guides, the catering, and the art itself. I just didn’t imagine we would be able to experience so much,” she said. The seventh annual tour takes place from 20 to 28 July 2013, and there are 38 seats available on the air-conditioned coach. The cost for coach travellers is $2350 and includes travel, accommodation, meals, expert guiding and information. Another 20 places are available for independent travellers who wish to join the Tour from Karratha. The cost for independent travellers is $350 per person for the guided tours only. All other costs are to be met by the participant. For details, contact June Moorhouse on 0418 920 435, or email contact@fara.com.au or visit the FARA website at www.fara.com.au 60 DAYS - GRAND AMERICA 35 Days - England, Scotland, Ireland & Wales 5 nights London Departs: 18 May Chelsea Flower Show $7,993 27 July - Edinburgh Tattoo $7,995 35 Days - London, Jordan & Holy Land 3 nights Bangkok, 6 nights London, 4 nights Amman, 2 nights Dead Sea, 3 nights Petra, 1 night Aquaba, 3 nights Galilee, 4 nights Jerusalem and 3 nights Hong Kong 56 Days - as above but with the addition of the 15 Day River Cruise Visit; London, Amman, Jerash, Dead Dea, Petra, - Amsterdam to Budapest Aquaba, Jerusalem, Caesarea, Meciddo, Nazareth, 8 nights London + 4 nights Paris Departs: 18 May Bethlehem, Tower of David, Israel Museum and much more. 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Rushmore, Grand Canyon, Zion v Bryce NAT PRK $8,895 per person Twin Share WORLD DISCOVERY TOURS FREECALL 1800 645 055 www.worlddiscoverytours.com.au Licence No. TAG. 3192839 HAGN#140/251 ESCORTED USA / CANADA TOURS Los Angeles, San Francisco, West Coast, Canadian Rockies, The Dakotas, Niagara Falls, Montreal, New York, East Coast, America’s South. Departs: 4 September 2013 Fares from: $14,895 Includes all breakfasts (except Banff), 11 dinners and 3 lunches 2007 EXCELLENCE & LEADERSHIP IN TOURISM EXPERIENCE 4/52 åå42!.30/24å/0%2!4/2 travelling 34 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 let’s go travelling ADVERTISING FEATURE Fireworks, theme parks, roller coasters and a bike ride… From left to right; One of the lego models at mini world at LegoLand - Travel Editor, Jennifer Merigan with Hello Kitty - Henna hand art - Delicious street food in Jalan Alor by Jennifer Merigan EVERY time I step off the plane in Kuala Lumpur I feel as if I am returning to the home of an old friend. Travel by plane to KL takes just over ve hours ying time. Malaysia Airlines offers two ights a day to KL and I always enjoy travelling on this full service airline. Part of the reason for my most recent visit was to attend the launch of Visit Malaysia Year 2014 ofciated by Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Datuk Sri Mohd Najib Bin Tun Abdul Razak. This fabulous event began the promotions to woo 28 million tourists to the country in 2014. The evening showcased Malaysia’s multi cultural ‘Malaysia - Truly Asia’ theme with much pomp and ceremony culminating in a spectacular reworks display. You can share in the excitement of the event by joining the Have a Go News Facebook page where I have posted a variety of videos. As one of our closest neighbours, Malaysia offers the Australian visitor a wide variety of options from beaches, islands and eco tourism, some of the best shopping and undoubtedly some of Asia’s best food. Even though I have visited this country regularly over the last 10 years, the enthusiasm by Malaysians to deliver the very best experience for tourists means that there is always something new and exciting to do there. My rst new experience was a bicycle tour of Putrajaya where we donned our sports gear early on a Saturday morning for a ride around this purpose built government satellite city. The bike tour through the Indah wetlands in the early morning cool was exhilarating. There are a variety of tours available. If you love cycling but want to be able to do it in a safe environment, then these tours are perfect. I have travelled to many places in Malaysia but I had not been to Jahor Bahru (JB) which is just near the Singapore border and home to Malaysia’s newest theme park attraction Legoland and Hello Kitty World. Now you may think these theme parks are just for the kids, but that’s not so. I, as a 46 year old, together with our 56 year old guide Su and 6PR’s Harvey Deegan who’s in his 60s, took part in and enjoyed the attractions as much as any child. Harvey Deegan and I surmised that Su, our guide had a passion for rollercoasters and in keeping with this, made sure we rode on all of them at the park. We had an absolute ball. One of the highlights of the park is the Miniland where Lego cities and towns replicate some of Asia’s most famous landmarks. The Taj Mahal, Angkor Wat and the replica city of KL were truly amazing and so realistic. The displays are interactive and you could easily spend many hours there. Legoland is a must see, especially if you are holidaying with the grandchildren, whatever their age. Hello Kitty world is also in JB and we had a lovely time at this indoor theme park. It is denitely targeted to the younger child with lots of interactive games and rides throughout the two oors. I’m sure I regressed to my inner child: I went on every ride and took part in all the activities, from cookie decorating to the Black Wonder Hello Kitty Rescue. My tip for travellers to both parks is to plan to go on either a Monday or Tuesday or both days, as the weekends are extremely busy. The other great thing about the theme Volunteer to help visitors THE SWAN Valley Visitor Centre wants to hear from Perth locals keen to assist visitors to the region. City of Swan Mayor, Charlie Zannino, said this was an exciting volunteering opportunity for highly HAGN#019/251 motivated people who have a passion for customer service excellence and the tourism industry. “The Swan Valley Visitor Centre is recognised as one of the best in Australia, winning the Silver medal at the Qantas Australia Tourism Awards in 2012,” he said. “Last year the centre was also inducted into the WA Tourism Hall of Fame and this is an exciting opportunity for volunteer tourism ofcers to join our award-winning team. “They would get a lot of experience, with the role including handling front counter, telephone and email enquiries in addition to making tour and accommodation bookings. “As there will be a high level of computer work with the role, volunteers will need to be computer procient.” Volunteers are required to work a minimum of one shift per week in addi- tion to attending monthly meetings, monthly familiarisations and periodic training throughout the year. A minimum 12 month commitment is required. Fay Stockdale said the three years she had been volunteering at the centre had been very rewarding. “I enjoy meeting and assisting the many visitors to the centre,” she said. “Of course the staff I work with are all skilled professionals and a pleasure to work with. “If you are a positive, condent and motivated person with computer skills, I feel you would certainly enjoy this position, too. “It is a great working environment.” To nd out more about volunteering at the centre, contact Visitor Centre Coordinator Danielle Mowday on 9379 9400 or email danielle.mowday@swan. wa.gov.au parks is they are very reasonably priced. A visit to JB would not be complete without seeing the myriad (more than 20 in the area) golf courses there. And for those who love to shop, a visit to Jahor Premium Outlets for discounted labels is a must. Our four-day visit was coming to an end. We ew back to KL for our nal night where I squeezed in a quick trip to Chinatown in Petaling Street and dinner with Harvey Deegan at the fabulous street food market in Jalan Alor which is just off Bukit Bintang. I think our dinner of satays and delicious soups with a couple of beers cost us about $15 for two but the highlight of the night for me was when big hearted Harvey bought a little singing bear for the small child of local family who sat next to us to enjoy their late night dinner. To see the appreciation expressed by the child in being given this toy was priceless and even more enjoyable was the look of delight from Harvey when the little girl hugged the toy with great affection. Harvey you are a true Australian gentleman! As always, a visit to Malaysia never disappoints. FAST FACTS Getting There Malaysia Airlines ies daily www.malaysiaairlines.com Accommodation KL ParkRoyal Suites Excellent apartment style accommodation in the heart of Bukit Bintang KL www.parkroyalhotels.com/en/servicedsuites/.../parkroyal/index.html Jahor Bahru Pulai Springs Resort www.pulaigroup.com Activities Visit the Tourism Malaysia Perth ofce for brochures and tour options. 56 William Street, Perth 9481 0400 Cycling Tour Legoland Hello Kitty World Activities can be pre booked from Australia with local Asian specialist My Travelshoppe on 9227 7288. Back to Bali Dynasty Party THE 20TH BACK to Bali Dynasty Party, to be held this year at the WA Italian Club from 5.30pm to 10.30pm on Saturday, 9 March 2013. Returnees of the Bali Dynasty Resort will gather for the Resort’s biggest annual fundraiser; their charity effort to help the poor children of Bali. This was initially instigated back in 1993 by Athol and Jerry Higgins (the former owners of the Higgins Hyde Park Hotel) when they realised as regular guests of the Bali Dynasty Resort, the potential for a reunion in Perth each year, as 65 per cent of the hotel’s Australian guests are from Perth and surrounding areas. For 14 years the Higgins family, (along with son Paul and daughter-in-law Joanne) hosted the Back to Bali Dynasty Party at the Higgins Hyde Park Hotel in Perth. Each year they would accommodate a team of chefs and staff who would prepare a formidable Indonesian buffet for all the guests to enjoy. Following the sale of the Hyde Park Hotel in 2006 the event then moved to another venue. The draw card to the event has always been the Bali Dynasty Resort staff, many of whom had never own before or even left Bali. Guests ock in to meet up with the staff and if possible entertain them while they are here and show them around Perth and surrounds to experience the difference between Australia and Bali. This year’s party will be held at the WA Italian Club, 219 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth for the sixth consecutive year. Similar to last year, a beautiful Rijsttafel (Traditional Indonesian Banquet) is prepared for all the guests by a squad of chefs and staff from Bali. It is anticipated that more than 400 guests will attend the event to enjoy the food, entertainment and most importantly to try their luck on winning any of the more than 80 prizes available. These include ights to Bali, holidays in Bali and entry tickets for many of Bali’s top attractions. For tickets, which include entry to the evenings’ event, Sit Down Dinner, rafe with many prizes including holidays at the Bali Dynasty Resort, airline tickets, Bali tours and lots more, please contact the WA Italian Club from Monday to Friday between 9am - 5pm or call Vinnie on 9328 4104 or 9328 4154. Prices: AUS$40 for adults / AUS$30 for children (12 years old and under) For more information visit the Bali Dynasty Resort website at http://www. balidynasty.com/hotel/backtobalidynasty/ HAGN#123/251 More fun than any other Comfortable easy pace coach holidays Across the Nullabor - an exhilarating journey you’ll enjoy Perth to Melbourne 15 days Departs: October 2. This easy pace holiday takes you from one side of our fantastic country to the other and the scenic journey in between is amazing. There is plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and interesting towns and iconic attractions along the way before arriving in Melbourne. All inclusive fare: Ex Perth $4,285 per person twin share. $845 single supplement. Join tour day 4 pay $3,935 p.p.t.s. $635 s.s. FARES R I A S E INCLUD Perth to Brisbane 17 days Departs: September 11 Alternatively, this fantastic tour finishes in Brisbane. Journey across the Nullabor before heading north to experience the best of the New South Wales Outback, including Broken Hill. Travelling in our luxury plus coaches, with our friendly and experienced two person crew, you will have the time of your life! All inclusive fare: Ex Perth $5,185 per person twin share. $915 single supplement. Join tour day 4 pay $4,835 p.p.t.s. $705 s.s. S IRFARE A S E D INCLU Flinders Ranges - a superb scenic holiday 10 days. Departs: May 1. September 5. This holiday departs from Melbourne and includes Sky Bus transfer from Melbourne Airport and one night accommodation plus full breakfast in the CBD for all interstate travellers prior to leaving. The comfortable coach tour provides you access to the ancient weathered rock of the Ranges and a wealth of secret places hidden in this awe-inspiring landscape. Visit Burra, Clare, Wilpena, Parachilna, Quorn and Port Augusta where you will see the Wadlata Outback Centre, an award winning ‘tunnel in time’ depicting the early development in this area and the original Ghan Railway. Travel from there to Adelaide via Port Wakefield. Enjoy sightseeing in Adelaide before the journey takes you through Keith, Bordertown and the Victorian towns of Horsham, Stawell and Ballarat on the way to Melbourne. A memorable experience. FARES R I A S E INCLUD All inclusive fare: Ex Perth $3,295 per person twin share. $695 single supplement. Ghan and Top End - the adventure of a lifetime 12 days. Departs: May 26. June 5. Fly to Adelaide where you will board the legendary Ghan to enjoy lunch and a relaxing afternoon/overnight journey north to Alice Springs and on to Katherine and then finally arrive in Darwin. Some of the highlights include the Litchfield National Park, Florence Falls, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine Gorge, Kakadu, Yellow Water, Jumping Crocs Cruise, Beatrice Hill overlooking the Adelaide River, plus three days in Darwin. This spectacular holiday combines air, road and rail and offers every opportunity to enjoy the expance of outback Australia and the magnificent tropical Top End. Fares: Ex Perth S IRFARE A S E D INCLU $4,505 per person twin share. $895 single supplement. Plus Ghan fare: $1,970 Pensioners and Seniors Card Discount available Please send me a copy of Seniors Coach Tours Brochure 2013 ...................................................................... Pcode: .................. 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Have-A-Go News February 2013 Full Name: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transwa... Connecting WA Communities. r u o ut o b a sk f f o! s r % o i 50 sen A for Transwa connects more than 275 destinations within Western Australia. To see where Transwa can take you, and to find out about the 50% discount for Seniors and concession holders, visit transwa.wa.gov.au or telephone 1300 662 205. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 37 PROPERTY & FINANCE ADVERTISING FEATURE Tree changer takes tree changing literally Lindsay Jones with a day’s takings by Frank Smith AFTER 22 years as a high school teacher, Lindsay Jones decided on a tree change. “I got claustrophobia. I wanted to be outside and a free agent,” he said. So he bought a 25ha block near Two Rocks 80 km north of Perth and began to develop a business - West Australian Native Seeds. Twelve years ago he became a full time farmer and native seed collector. Half the block is Bush Forever and cannot be cleared: Lindsay ‘farms’ the other half, which was bulldozed by a developer 20 years ago. He has allowed bush to regenerate and added additional native plants and a reticulation system. To the casual observer his ‘farm’ looks like bush, but it acts as a seed orchard. He has added a bore, water treatment pond, sheds and a seed treatment plant. “Plants need help to grow even though they are natives,” he says. He has also planted some relatively rare native species, as well as colour variations of wellknown natives and some naturally occurring hybrids. He says most of his income comes from collecting seeds, under a Department of Conservation licence, from reserves on the sand plain north of Perth. “My clients are wholesale – mostly organisations needing seeds for revegetation such as mine sites, road builders, landscapers and a few nurseries.” White tailed black cockatoos are both his friends and foes. They eat seeds of Banksia, Hakea, Dryandra but they also help by indicating when seeds on a particular tree are ripe. He tries to nd enough seed on lower branches and leaves the more inaccessible seeds for the cockatoos. “It is almost impossible to predict what seeds will be in demand next year. “You must be able to identify each species; know when they are ripe, how to collect them economically and how to process them to extract the seeds. “You have the option of picking carefully and spending less time cleaning them or picking quickly and putting more effort into preparation. “I run on bulk; for example picking 4-5 tonnes of Banksia nuts or 2-3 tons Marri nuts at a time. “Two tonnes of Marri nuts will only yield some 20kg of seed.” Picking is hard work. It is mainly done with a good pair of secateurs sharpened every 20 minutes and a strong wrist. The other way is to use a tennis racket or long stick to shake the seeds off the trees on to a drop sheet placed underneath. But it can be rewarding. “I can pick $5000 worth of seed in two hours sometimes.” It is also hot work, often it is too hot to pick. “On a hot day I pick near the beach,” he said. Extracting seed is a major task. This may consist of drying by laying branches and pods on a sheet in the heat of the day. Sometimes they may need to be wetted and dried several times. In other cases Lindsay torches the picked material to either crack the cones or pods open or to get rid of leaves that make cleaning the seed near impossible. “I have to take great care to ensure that the whole lot is not incinerated or I am not ambulanced off with smoke inhalation.” The rapid development of Perth means many native species are becoming rarer. Lindsay has to travel further to nd sources of seed. It is a hard life, but Lindsay would not swap it for the classroom any time soon. Naturalist to present at WA Self Funded retirees meeting EACH MONTH on the second Friday at 10am, self and partly self funded retirees, hold a meeting at the Cambridge Bowling Club, Floreat Sporting Precinct, Chandler Avenue, Floreat at which they have a guest who speaks on topics of interest to retirees. The speaker at the Friday 8 March meeting is Margaret Owen. Margaret, a naturalist, will show members some magnicent photographs and talk about two species of black cockatoo: Carnaby’s, and the forest redtailed cockatoo. She will also present photographs of WARDLAW REVERSE MORTGAGES Study seeks seniors to talk about housing problems tored these in. I am a big believer in the positives of a reverse mortgage. As a friend and colleague once said to me “Reverse mortgages are fair, they help people to live their lives and they allow seniors to access their assets and remain as consumers. For what they do and the lives they change they are cheap” Adrian Wardlaw is a prominent public accountant and reverse mortgage specialist. He can provide free advice and consultations. His ofce number is 9203 8307 or 0419 773 405 or anawardlaw@bigpond.com Don’t buy that Strata Title Property until you speak to us! Why leave investing in a well-run strata company to chance! Talk to us about our pre-purchase “Strata Overview Statement” before you make an offer on the property FB LIC 4115 Home Loans & To arrange a consultation or info pack call Adrian Wardlaw 9203 8307 or 0419 773 405 ROSEMOUNT VILLAGE DIANELLA • Fantastic location • 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, cottages and life leases available. 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For private sale by negotiation $315,000ono Call Jeanette Anderson 9349 2209 or 0401 959 523 nu-genstrataservices@bigpond.com WA’s Leading Reverse Mortgage Specialists FREE REVERSE MORTGAGE INFORMATION PACKS & FREE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE HAGN#049/251 THE loan market has seen a steady increase in reverse mortgages over the last 10 years. The past six months has seen a noticeable spike in reverse mortgages. Whilst there is no ofcial data to tell us why, industry experts believe it is a combination of people and government organisations having a more favourable attitude towards them and the rising cost of living. Reverse mortgages are not free, they do cost more in interest than a normal home loan, they can limit your ability to go into a retirement home, they reduce your kids inheritance, BUT they only cost a little more than a home loan, you don’t have to pay any money back during your lifetime, they allow you to have access to your money to do all the things you want to do. Reverse mortgages are now widely accepted. Accountants and nancial planners are using them as a real option when planning a client’s nancial future. Government bodies will never recommend a product…but all of a sudden they are letting people know that reverse mortgages are there and urging people to get professional advice from a reverse mort- gage specialist. The government pension seems to rise on a regular basis – but in such small increments. Often the small rise seems to give some organisations a ‘licence’ or moral justication to increase their charges. On that basis a minor increase of $8 can do more harm than good. As evolving Australians, we have become accustomed to rely on costly items such as air conditioning, hot water systems, security alarms, clothes dryers, and the list goes on. They all cost us money to buy and maintain and the pension hasn’t fac- care and other stakeholders to identify housing and other accommodation-related issues. All responses would be kept condential and volunteers would not be identied, Professor Webb said. To volunteer for the study, contact Associate Professor Webb on 6488 2947. HAGN#013/251 Reverse mortgages on the up to suffer stress and anxiety about housing and accommodation because they place a high value on their home environment. “They are less likely to be in fulltime employment and more likely to spend more time at home and in their neighbourhood than at any other period in their lives.” Researchers were also hoping to recruit volunteers working in aged HAGN#026/251 Unit, said researchers were looking for West Australians aged 60 or older who may have experienced problems with their accommodation. “We want to ask them about their experiences of current housing legislation and investigate any shortcomings or difculties they may be facing,” Professor Webb said. “Older people are more likely HAGN#124/251 IS WA’s ageing population being disadvantaged by laws governing housing and accommodation? This is the question raised by researchers at The University of Western Australia who want to talk to seniors, carers and people involved in aged care to nd out. Chief investigator Associate Professor Eileen Webb, from UWA Law School’s Consumer Research wildlife and talk about the fauna to be found in a place she loves, the Underwood Avenue Bushland. Most of us share Margaret’s love of nature and its creatures and to hear more of her great passion, rst hand, is a rare opportunity. Visitors to the meetings are always most welcome and it is a golden opportunity to share a cup of tea or coffee and a chat with people of like interests. For more information please contact Ron de Gruchy on 9447 1313 or Margaret Harris on 9381 5303. Stowaway Cottage, Hopetoun, WA 6348 Phone enquiries welcome: Chris (08) 98383110 or 0417959033 http://www.classifyme.com.au/category/224/SingleFamily-Home/listings/248/Retirement-Dream-Home.html 38 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Where to GO? What to DO? A Night in Provence premiere for Harbour Theatre’s rst season for 2013 and said. “Following the hugely successful Harbour productions Shady Business and Perfect Wedding, A Night in Provence is the perfect way to begin this milestone year for Harbour Theatre.” The outstanding comic talent of Fremantle local Michael Dornan (Shady Business, Perfect Wedding, The 39 Steps) has been cast as Cockney Fred who, with his wife Judy played by Tina Barker of Doubleview (Ladies Day, Ladies Down Under), arrive at a luxury villa in Provence for the holiday of a lifetime where they are to meet their Irish friends Shaun (played by Marcus McGavock of Atwell) and Moira (Ann Speicher (Ladies Day, Ladies Down Under, We’ll Always Have Paris) of Mosman Park). Before the holiday can begin however, the French owners of the villa Mau- THIS YEAR, AQWA will celebrate its 25th birthday, so head out to Hillarys Boat Harbour to rediscover Perth’s hidden treasure; AQWA - The Aquarium of Western Australia. At this stunning aquarium, Australia’s largest, not only will you be surrounded by giant sharks, turtles and stingrays, but you’ll also meet some of the world’s deadliest sea creatures in the DANGERzone; see rare and unique creatures such as seadragons and experience the wonder of the jewel of the ocean – the colourful world of a living coral reef. There is even more treasure to be had as from 13 April to the 7 May AQWA celebrates its Silver Jubilee with a treasure hunt to win 25 prizes in 25 days including a 1kg bar of silver! Keep an eye on AQWA’s website (www.aqwa. com.au) for more information on how to get involved in one of the commemorative community projects they will be running. Located at Hillary’s Boat Harbour, AQWA is open every day from 10am – 5pm, visit www.aqwa.com.au for more details. Hillary’s Boat Harbour Hillarys Boat Harbour • 91 Southside Drive • Western Did you know? AQWA is a privately owned and operated tourist attraction dedicated to generating wonder and excitement in the marine life of Western Australia. WOW! To supply AQWA’s beautiful marine Perth is excited to welcome a new pet event PERTH Pet Cremations & Funeral Services proudly presents Blessing of the Pets 2013. This event will be an educational, fun, laugh lled day for the whole family in- cluding you furry and feathered family member. Everything you need for a pet will be available at this occasion. There will be competitions for the best dressed s... asse equired l C ult er R Ad Partn No ADULT CLASSES SES S SUNDAY 24 MARCH WILSON PARK - CNR SOUTH TCE & MARINE TCE, FREMANTLE 9AM - 1PM FREE ENTRY: A GOLD COIN DONATION IS MUCH APPRECIATED All proceeds go to supporting non-prot and rescue organisations BLESSINGS AT 10AM & 12PM Over 30 Wacky Pet Stalls you should not miss! FREE Over $4000 of prizes to be won! Mon: BALLROOM - Beginners LATIN - Beginners SALSA - Beginners & Intermediate 7 - 8pm 8 - 9pm 8 - 9pm Tue: BALLROOM & LATIN Intermediate Latin Intermediate Ballroom 7 - 8pm 8 - 9pm Wed: ROCK ‘n’ ROLL Beginners & Intermediate JIVE/SWING Beginners & Intermediate 8 - 9pm 8 - 9pm Fri: CEROC (Modern Jive) Beginners Intermediate 7 - 8pm 8 - 9pm NEW ARGENTINE TANGO 7pm KIDS BRING A Private FRIEND AND Lessons and CLASSES RECEIVE Wedding Dance ONE FREE Monday & LESSON Please contact Tuesday WITH Jenny for cost 4.45pm to THIS AD 5.45pm JOIN AT ANY TIME Health Checks Micro Chipping Samples & Give Aways Social Dance CAMEO Friday 22 February $15 incl supper Floor Shows & General Dancing Everybody Welcome NEW Term Starting 4 March ADULT ZUMBA MONDAY & THURSDAY 7 - 8pm ZUMBA GOLD $10 (Beginners & Seniors) Thursday 7 - 8pm For more info visit www.perthpetcremations.com.au/blessingofthepets BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ✁ SPONSORED BY Groove On! r u o Y Get 7 - 8pm Thurs: SALSA (Advance Level) Beginners pet and most amazing trick. Face painting, FREE health checks by qualied vets, lots of yummy dog treats and some exclusive pet products that will have even your tails wagging. ✁ Best Dressed Pet & Funniest Trick Competitions 9.45am & 11.15am aquariums with a quality source of seawater, AQWA has created what is virtually an extension of the Indian Ocean. This enables AQWA to provide as close as possible to the natural environments for our sh and corals. HAGN#146/251 Perth Pet Cremations & Funeral Services proudly present Get ready to celebrate! ✁ WHEN an English, French and Irish couple, mistakenly end up in a luxury villa in Provence coupled with copious amounts of champagne, heightened sexual impulses and ingrained cultural differences, the European Union could well implode! A story of how a meticulously planned holiday can go so hilariously wrong! There is nothing like a good belly laugh to get Harbour Theatre’s 50th Anniversary year off to a great start! No-one does comedy as well as the British and A Night In Provence is the latest hilarious romp from the master of comedy, renowned British playwright Robin Hawdon (Don’t Dress for Dinner, Shady Business, Perfect Wedding), is no exception. No stranger to Robin Hawdon’s side-splitting comedies, award winning Nicola Bond is thrilled to be directing the Australian rice, played by audience darling Rob Tagliaferri (We’ll Always Have Paris) and Yvette, played by Chloerissa Eadie (The Ash Girl), also arrive for their annual holiday and nd themselves having to share this glamorous location. As if their cultural differences weren’t enough, the unlikely sextet happens to have plenty of sparkling champagne on hand to loosen both tongues and inhibitions. Will their marriages survive the day, the night, and the moonlit swimming pool on the terrace? The effects of sun, wine and skinny dipping becomes a test of the European Union. Or could this be part of an ingenious plan by the owners to rid themselves of their unwanted guests? A Night in Provence plays at 8pm on March 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22, and 23 March with matinees on 10 and 17 March @ 2pm. Tickets are $25.50 Full, $23.50 concession and $20.50 f/T Student or child under 15. Book through TAZTix at www.TAZTix.com.au or 9255 3336 (Transaction fees apply). Harbour Theatre is located at Port Cineaste Building, 70 Adelaide Street, Fremantle (opposite Woolworths). Visit www.harbourtheatre.org.au for further information. ADVERTISING FEATURE Phone Jenny on 0413 430 721 1984 Albany Hwy, MADDINGTON (enter off Burwash Place) Visit our website at www.jusdance.com.au HAGN#105/251 BRING A FRIEND AND RECEIVE ONE FREE LESSON WITH THIS AD Blessing of the Pets 2013, or BOP as it is being called, will be a free event, but a gold coin donation is encouraged for most activities, as all money raised on the day will go towards local non-prot and animal rescue organisations that help the less fortunate ones that do not have a loving family and warm bed like your beautiful pets. Sausage sizzle and drinks are available throughout the day and there will be mascot Dr Doolittle walking around with his friends available for pictures. The main attraction at this event is Father Matthew, who will be hosting two blessings throughout the day; a very special honour for your pets. You may even like a small tag that can be attached to their collars that says, “I’ve been blessed!” So make a day of it. Give your pet a social day out and spoilt rotten. After all… our pets deserve a social life too! See ad on this page. Hollywood themed event WELL KNOWN local singer Gary Lynn will be performing at the Subiaco Community Centre’s Hollywood themed event at 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco on Thursday 14 February, from 1pm to 2pm. Gary recently released an album, The Swinging Years which features some of the all time classic songs including New York, New York, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Girl from Ipanema and lots more swing favourites. He is available for bookings for shows where he will perform a variety of songs including tributes to Frank Sinatra and friends. If your club or group would like to book him for a performance then call 9206 1362 or 0437 052 629 or visit his website at www. garylynn.net. HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Volunteers needed on the Duyfken (Little Dove) Volunteering on Duyfken; Being a Tour Guide - Shipkeeper - become a crew member - Maintenance YOU’LL recall last month we asked for your help as a volunteer with the Duyfken (Little Dove) - the replica of the ship that discovered Australia. To bring you up to date, she is now safely set up at her own berth at Fishing Boat Harbour behind the Little Creatures Brewery. For you to get a real feel of what she is all about, why not pop down and take a tour of the Little Dove for just $10. You can enjoy an incredible experience and help towards the cost of upkeep. But what she needs most is ‘vollies’. Yes, Have a Go News readers with some spare time are needed to help out if they can. You see, being not for prot, she needs many hands and able bodies to help out. Volunteering on Duyfken - an amazing Age of Discovery replica - will open up some great opportunities, particularly if you are retired or semi retired, but still active and wanting a fresh new challenge. When you join the team as a Friend of The Duyfken, you will receive a personal introduction to the ship from a crewmember or experienced volunteer. There are many roles you can assist with including volunteering as a tour guide. Are you handy with your hands and tools? Then perhaps you can lend a hand in maintenance. There is even the opportunity to overnight in the role of a Shipkeeper. Okay, let’s explain: Shipkeeping provides you with the opportunity to sleep aboard Duyfken. It’s very important we have someone on the ship for 24 hours. Maintenance: The ship needs TLC maintenance from those handy with their hands and who want to get a feel for how such ships were built and maintained 400 years ago. Be a Tour Guide: This is really easy and very rewarding! As a guide, you will take local, national and international visitors over the ship and share with them your knowledge of this amazing vessel. Become a crew member: The ultimate, if the body is willing, is to become a crew member and learn how to sail her. Fear not, if you are interested in crewing, the Duyfken 1606 Foundation runs theory classes and then practical training courses. Why not take the opportunity to help out by doing something re- warding with a great bunch of people who have a similar mindset. The website has all the info at www.duyfken.com. To sign up online as a Friend of Duyfken and volunteer, contact Mark by email marketing@duyfken.com or phone 0417 239 987. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of three x 2 free tour vouchers of the Duyfken valued at $10 each, simply tell us where the ship is ported. Write the answer and your name, address and phone number on the back of an envelope and send to Duyfken C/o Have a Go News – PO Box 1042, West Leederville 6901 or email hagncomps@haveagonews. com.au and include the Duyfken on the subject line. Only over 45s eligible and competition closes 8/3/13. Zumba Gold® AND LINE DANCING Low Impact, suitable for Beginners and Seniors Southern Suburbs: Armadale Gosnells Forrestdale Maddington Rossmoyne Southern River Phone TINA 0402 314 114 www.step2it.iinet.net.au www.tina4.zumba.com PERTH or MANDURAH RIVER CRUISES $59pp or BBQ on a BUDGET in CHITTERING $40pp Plus More...... All include Morning Tea, Lunch & Shop Stop Other Tours Available fr$35pp River Cruise, Christmas in July Canals Christmas Lights International Bank Note Society display in Perth ANDA Show Exclusive The Royal Australian Mint will be bringing their mobile press to the ANDA Perth Coin, Banknote and Stamp Show. You will be able to mint your own 2013 $1 Al/ Br Uncirculated ‘P’ Counterstamp. The 2013 ANDA Counterstamp series celebrates the bicentenary of the Holey Dollar and Dump. The coin will be presented in a single card holder. The coin will only be available as a single coin from the Royal Australian Mint Stand for the duration of the Perth ANDA Show. The 2013 ANDA Special Releases from the Perth Mint include the Year of the Snake 2oz silver coin with a very limited issue of 1,000 coins. These coins will only be available from the Perth Mint Stand at the show. Be early to secure your limited release Perth ANDA show releases. For more information about the ANDA Coin, Banknote & Stamp Show contact Annette at Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association Inc. on 0417 123 011 or admin@ anda.com.au Ph. 9471 7766 info@purplecoaches.com.au www.purplecoaches.com.au HAGN#116/251 tions. It’s a great way to introduce your children to the hobby of collecting and some exciting investment opportunities for the future. Displays will be presented by The International Bank Note Society Perth Chapter (IBNS). The objectives of the IBNS are to promote, stimulate, and advance the study and knowledge of worldwide banknotes and paper currencies. Prices ex-Perth Metro. We also service Mandurah. Call Melissa & Jason PURPLE COACHES HAGN#112/251 Army Museum of Western Australia HAGN#039/251 Learn to speak k It Italian li - Have H more fun f in ITALY! NOW OPEN New World War II Gallery. A must see historical exhibition along with the other ve galleries. Open Wednesdays to Sunday, 11am to 4pm Group and School tours welcome. Galleries have disabled access. Army Museum of WA, Artillery Barracks, Burt Street, Fremantle Admission: Adults $10, Children/Seniors $7, Family (2+2) $20 Contact: 9430 2535 www.armymuseumwa.com.au CONVERSATIONAL Italian classes, 6-12-18 week courses starting with ITALIAN for TRAVELLERS Workshops Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced. Friendly, relaxed classes with an Italian coffee break. New classes start week of 18 Feb, 16 March. Juliana Pupazzoni Burman is the author of Fra Amici (Amongst Friends) and Fra Amici 2 Italian Courses and Italian To Go Travel Packs. Phone Juliana 0424 18 9341 or 9341 1522 www.italiancourses.com.au PRACTICAL Email: juliana@italiancourses.com.au and FUN Classes are in Juliana’s home in City Beach HAGN#132/251 THE ANDA Coin, Banknote & Stamp Show will be returning to Perth for one weekend only on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 March at the Crown Perth Convention Centre, Perth, Ballroom 2. The Royal Australian Mint and The Perth Mint will also be present at the show and will be selling low mintage special show release coins. Bring your coins and banknotes to the show, as many of the dealers are happy to provide you with free valuations. This show represents a fantastic opportunity to meet some of the leading dealers from all around Australia face to face and to learn more about the exciting investment and collecting opportunities that exist. Children are welcome to come along with you and those under 15 years are admitted FREE when accompanied by an adult. They can learn more about the intriguing history and value of coins, notes and stamps and start their very own collec- ADVERTISING FEATURE HAGN#020/251 Where to GO? What to DO? 39 CONCESSIONS FOR SENIORS CARD HOLDERS “Many thanks for a fantastic course. 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Chinese researchers have identied a bacterium which may cause obesity, according to a new paper suggest- Imagine having the life you really want! this topic, please visit: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255142.php Use it or lose it... The prefrontal cortex of the brain, the area associated with memory, emotion, and higher decision making functions, is the rst area to be affected during age related changes. Changes in this area are associated with dementia, depression and other neuropsychiatric disorders. Some studies have shown that regular physical activity and cognitive training can prevent cognitive decline. However, to establish what occurs in a healthy aging brain, researchers from Japan and USA have compared brain activity (during single and dual tasks) for young (aged 21 to 25) and older (over 65) people. It appears that ageing individuals have more difculty multi tasking than younger people. For further information, please peruse http://www. medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255099.php Of mice and men... Is athleticism linked to brain size? To nd out, researchers at the University of California performed experiments on house mice and found that mice that have been bred for dozens of generations to be more exercise-loving have larger midbrains than those that have not been selectively bred this way... A great incentive to go for a regular walk! For an inspiring read, please peruse http://www. medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255111.php Once again, use it or lose it seems to be the prevailing message of the month! FOUR HUNDRED WA men, aged 60 plus, are needed for a world-rst clinical trial to prevent/delay Alzheimer’s by testing a combined treatment of testosterone and a component of shoil to combat the disease. Western Australia is at the forefront of research into treatment for Alzheimer’s disease with a new human trial on a unique treatment about to begin. Health Minister Kim Hames said the study would investigate the effects of the combined treatment of testo- sterone and a sh-oil component on people who had memory problems, which indicated a risk of the disease. “This study will receive $500,000 from the Liberal-National Government and be led by internationallyrenowned, WA-based expert Prof Ralph Martins from the McCusker Alzheimer’s Research Foundation and ECU and would help ensure WA continued to be a leader in medical research,” Dr Hames said. “It is well-known the WA population is ageing so age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia will only become more prevalent. The Minister said anecdotal evidence already suggested that both testosterone and the sh-oil component were benecial in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease but a clinical trial investigating both substances together had never been done. 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HAGN#104/251 40 ➞ Get Up To $2000 Trade-In For Your Old Mattress G ot a tired old mattress? Think it’s worth nothing? Well during Bedding Superstore’s rst ever ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Mattress Trade-In month your old mattress - no matter what size or condition - is worth up to a massive $2000 as a trade-in on select new mattresses. The company’s goal is to collect 100 mattresses for recycling. And on top of giving you up to $2000 trade-in, they will donate another brand new mattress to the Salvation Army. It’s our way of giving back,” said Greg Case, Bedding Superstore owner. “It sounds a little unusual, I know. But I was inspired by Bono from the band U2. Apart from liking his music, I really admire Bono’s efforts to make our world a better place” Bono’s political, social and environmental activism is well known. He helps people in developing countries set up sustainable businesses. He takes part in tree planting programs. And he is a committed recycler. “I was reading about some of the great stuff Bono does and thought... what can I do to give something back? That’s when I came up with the idea of ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Mattress Trade-In month” “Although it’s hardly ever talked about, one of the biggest threats facing our world is landll rubbish,” said Mr Case. Each year 1.2 million mattresses are added to landll in Australia! They take up more than 875,000 cubic metres of landll space. That’s like lling 350 Olympic swimming pools with old, rotting mattresses. It’s a major problem for councils and the environment. But it is also shocking waste of valuable materials that could be reused for many things. For example, the mattresses that go into landll in Australia contain... • 10 million tonnes of steel. That’s like burying 526,315 Boeing 747 airplanes - every year - leaving them to rust in the ground. • 2 million tonnes of foam - the equivalent weight of 45,000 houses! • 3 million tonnes of wood - that’s about 4.5 million cubic metres of timber. Now let’s just put that in perspective. How to Choose a Mattress The tallest manmade structure ever built is the Brj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai. It has 160 story (828m high) and contains 300,000 cubic metres of concrete. In other words, the amount of bedding timber we throw away each year is equivalent to 15 times the volume of concrete used in the world’s tallest building! Bonnelll or pocket springs, latex or memory foam, pillow top or ...? Choosing the right mattress can be very confusing. But it’s a decision you don’t want to get wrong. After all, you spend a third of your life in bed. And you probably only buy a new mattress once very ten years or so. That’s why the Bedding Superstore developed their ‘Sleep Audit System’. A trained Sleep Technician asks you a number of questions and then recommends a range of mattresses that suit your sleep patterns and lifestyle. Special features of each mattress are carefully explained (no confusing jargon). And all your questions are answered. The Bedding Superstore takes the guesswork out of choosing a mattress. And you can buy with condence knowing you get a full six months to fall in love with your mattress. If, at any stage in the rst year, you decide your mattress is not right, they’ll exchange if for another mattress of equal value. What’s the alternative? What can we do to help the landll problem? The Bedding Superstore has partnered with a team of recycling companies to stop mattresses becoming landll. So when you trade in your mattress at the Bedding Superstore, here’s what will happen: • The metal springs will be melted down and reused • The foam will be reused for carpet underlay • The wadding will be used to make padding and blankets • The wood will be mulched and used for landscaping You and I can join Bedding Superstore owner Greg Case and be just like Bono. We can all do our part. Take your worn out old mattress to the Bedding Superstore this month and get up to $2000 trade-in off select new mattresses. To thank you for helping Bedding Superstore with their mission, Mr Case will donate a brand new mattress to The Salvation Army for every queen mattress bought during this event. Since 2010 he has given more than 100 mattresses to charity and hopes to donate 100 more and help families in need during ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Mattress Trade-In Month. So for this month only it is your chance to save big, help the environment, and help local charities by trading in your old mattress at the Bedding Superstore at 16 Forrest Rd in Armadale and 86 Erindale Rd in Balcatta. You can phone them on 9497 1111 for Armadale or 9344 2244 for Balcatta. Conditions apply 365 Day LOVE YOUR MATTRESS GUARANTEE Australia’s Best Mattress Guarantee Buying a mattress is a big deal and often confusing decision. You can compare all the mattresses in a bedding shop. But you never really know if you’ve got the right mattress until you try it at home. And even then, you need to sleep on it for a while to get used to it. That’s why the Bedding Superstore gives you a no-risk 12 Month ‘Love Your Mattress’ Guarantee. So don’t worry about making the wrong decision. You get 365 days to make sure your mattress is just right. If it’s not, you can exchange it for another mattress of equal value. Conditions apply For free advice and unbeatable prices on mattresses bedroom furniture, give Bedding Superstore a call on 9497 1111 for Armadale or 9344 2244 for Balcatta. So for expert advice, unbeatable prices, and Australia’s best mattress guarantee call Bedding Superstore on 9497 1111 for Armadale or 93442244 for Balcatta. Get up to $2000 Trade-In for Your Old Mattress and Help a Charity at Bedding Superstore’s... ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Mattress Trade-in Month Thinking of buying a new mattress? Don’t miss the chance to get up to $2000 trade-in on your old mattress - any size, any condition. ARMADALE BALCATTA Only at the Bedding Superstore 16 Forrest Rd 86 Erindale Rd for this month. See in-store or phone for details. Armadale 9497 1111 Balcatta 9344 2244 42 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 healthy ageing - AGED CARE ADVERTISING FEATURE Disabled seniors discriminated against? ONCE you turn 65 no one seems to want to know you. When it is up and running the new National Disability Insurance Scheme will provide government funded lifetime disability care and support for those who become disabled earlier in life. But remember to become disabled before you reach pension age. National Seniors chief executive, Michael O’Neill points out that a woman who is suddenly blind at the age 65 cut-off will be shunted into a user-pays aged care system that is ill equipped to deal with Hellenic Community Aged Care HAGN#110/251 disability unrelated to age. They will be required to pay means tested fees as proposed in the aged care reform package. However if she becomes blind at 64, she will receive, under the NDIS, all the government-funded disability care and support she needs. “For the thousands of Australians who aren’t aware of the age restriction, it will come as a cruel blow,” he said. “Some families will nd themselves turned away from help that others will get as an automatic right. “It seems everybody counts unless you’re over 65,” said O’Neill. National Seniors is call- by Frank Smith Residential Aged Care Ageing in Place All single rooms with ensuite 2 Hellenic Drive, Dianella PH 9376 5830 www.hcwa.org ing on the government to include older Australians in the launch sites, as a starting point, to test the effect of their inclusion on budget projections. The aged care workforce, which is already under signicant pressure, is not trained or equipped to provide disability services to people with profound and severe disabilities, he said. The Minister for disability reform, the Hon Jenny Macklin, said the NDIS legislation will give people with disability a right to realise their potential, and to make choices and be in control of the decisions that affect their lives. “People with disability, their families and carers have been waiting a long time for this change. This Bill marks another real step forward in making an NDIS a reality. The draft legislation sets out a framework for the national scheme – the rst stage of which will benet more than 20,000 people with disability, their families and carers in parts of NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and the ACT. The legislation will establish the NDIS Launch Dementia fails to separate couple married 70 years Transition Agency as an independent body, working with people to identify their goals and aspirations, and providing them with the support they need to help them reach their full potential. It will also work with service providers, carers and other organisations to make sure people with disability can access the kind of care and support they need. The draft legislation was introduced to Parliament in November 2012. In WA, Helen Morton, the minister for Disability Services said WA will work with the Federal Government in coming weeks to improve the draft legislation. This will provide the opportunity to draw on the WA experience in disability services to ensure the national scheme can deliver on the vision outlined by the Productivity Commission, she said. More than 80 per cent of the $640 million spent on disability services for the 216,000 disabled West Australians is funded by the state government. A plain English guide to the legislation is available at http://www.ndis.gov.au/ towards/ndis-draft-legislation/ WITH the rapid increase in the number of people living with dementia, older couples are facing separation due to their differing care needs. Not so for one couple, who are still together after 70 years of marriage, despite one being affected by this devastating condition. When Phyllis Hodges was hit by a car while out walking, it was ‘touch and go’ as to whether she would survive her injuries, and she was hospitalised for three months. During this time, her husband John, who lives with dementia, was left without a carer, and so he moved into residential care at Amana Living Lesmurdie Thankfully, Phyllis made a good recovery and, after being discharged, her care needs were assessed. It was determined that she required low level care, and so she was also accepted into the Amana Living care facility, where she could be close to John. The couple’s family joined Phyllis and John for a lunchtime 70th anniversary celebration in their new home on 23 January 2013. 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We‘re both in our 70’s and highly recommend the e-cell. We’ve also found after sales service excellent.” E. Bishop, W.A. • Ultra compact e Best Pric ed te Guaran Portable and so easy to use, no wires, pads or any other restrictions. couple who are staying together, despite the onset of dementia. Support for carers through education and advocacy is provided by Amana Living’s award-winning McCusker Nurse Service, and by Alzheimer’s Australia’s Dementia Helpline. These services help carers to negotiate the challenges presented when a loved one is affected by dementia, including decisions regarding accommodation and the best option for care. For more information contact the McCusker Nurse Service on 9424 6396 – mccuskernurse@amanaliving.com. au or Alzheimer’s Australia Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. For further information on Amana Living call Jane Hammond call 9424 6330 or 0434 246 564 or email, jhammond@ amanaliving.com.au. About Amana Living Established in 1962, and a part of the Anglican Community, Amana Living is one of Western Australia’s largest not-for-prot providers of aged care, accommodation and support via: • Five high care residential centres • 10 low care residential centres and three dementia specic centres with colocated respite centre. • Home care services to support those who choose to remain in their own home • 18 retirement communities For more information, www.amanaliving.com.au Community Care Services Resolve pain or disabilities that relate to sports injuries, age or degeneration. E.g. Osteoarthritis. ® • Best price guarantee emotional welfare of couples can be overlooked, and yet this can have a signicant effect on their general wellbeing and long-term health. The onset of dementia may result in one partner moving into residential care, resulting in forced separation, which can be especially traumatic for couples who have lived together for most of their lives. Aged care provider Amana Living offers both residential care and retirement living units on many of its sites, allowing couples to be accommodated at the same location if space is available, whatever their care needs might be. Alternatively, couples may take advantage of the organisation’s range of home care supports so that they can continue to live well in their own homes. “Amana Living takes the needs of couples seriously, and whenever possible, we will help them to stay together in their own home or accommodate them at the same residential site,” said CEO Ray Glickman. Commenting on the Hodges’ situation, CEO of Alzheimer’s Australia WA, Rhonda Parker, said, “Relationships continue to be very important during the journey of dementia both for the carer and for the person with dementia. It is important there is exibility in long-term care options so couples who choose to continue living together have that option.” John and Phyllis Hodges are just one example of a Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500 Committed to caring for you at home www.fightdementia.org.au/wa Personal care, Domestic assistance, Social support, Transport, Gardening, Centre-based day care, Dementia specic day care, Young and disabled group Home and Community Care (HACC) Community Aged Care Packages (CACP) Range of services to assist low level care Extended Aged Care at Home (EACH) Range of Services to assist with high level care including nursing Extended Aged Care at Home Dementia (EACH-D) PH: 9450 6233 www.southcare.org.au Email: enquiries@southcare.org.au healthy ageing - AGED CARE ADVERTISING FEATURE Multivitamins are medicines too and should be taken with care IN LIGHT of research released today by Canstar Blue showing more than half of Australians who take multivitamins don’t know they are medicines, NPS MedicineWise is reminding people that complementary medicines are medicines too. NPS MedicineWise clinical adviser Dr Andrew Boyden says that people often consider complementary medicines, including herbal remedies and multivitamins, to be less powerful than prescription medicines. But like all medicines, complementary medicines can still cause side effects in some people, and may interact with other medicines and food. “There is the potential for side effects or interactions when taking medi- cines available over the counter or from supermarkets, health food shops or other shops, herbalists, naturopaths and the internet,” says Dr Boyden. “Multivitamins and other complementary medicines should be treated as medicines and taken with care. And you should also keep in mind that compared with prescription and pharmacy medicines, complementary medicines undergo less testing in general, so less is usually known about their effectiveness.” Multivitamins typically contain various vitamins and minerals, but many also contain other complementary medicines such as herbs. Even though herbs come from a ‘natural’ source, many are known to interact with other medicines, and can cause side effects for some people. “It’s really important to be open with your health professional about any medicines you take, including supplements,” says Dr Boyden. “People may think that some doctors disapprove of complementary medicines, but that’s not always the case and your health professional will want to help you avoid any side effects and interactions with your other medicines.” Many examples of ingredients that may be in your multivitamin can interact with other medicines or cause side effects. Supplements containing calcium, iron, magnesium or zinc can reduce the absorption of certain prescription medicines through the gut. Some people need to be careful how much vitamin C they take a day as it may increase their chance of kidney stones. And vitamin K can reduce the effect of a medicine called warfarin in preventing a blood clot. For more information on prescription, over-thecounter and complementary medicines (herbal, ‘natural’, vitamins and minerals) from a health professional, call NPS Medicines Line on 1300 MEDICINE (1300 633 424) for the cost of a local call (calls from mobiles may cost more). Hours of operation are Monday–Friday 9am–5pm AEST (excluding public holidays). Free public transport for family carers Premier said. Mrs Morton said people with disability, mental illness or frail seniors often relied on carers to accompany them on public transport, providing support in this and many aspects of their life. “Public transport can be a lifeline to this community, to assist in employment, training opportunities, shopping, attending movies and they frequently have carers with them,” she said. Eligible carers would need to provide evidence of their Commonwealth carers’ payments when applying for the Carers SmartRider through Transperth. Parkinson’s seminar on the non-motor symptoms EACH PERSON who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s will experience their own unique journey with the condition. However there are some common motor symptoms such as tremors, slowed movement, muscle stiffness and impaired balance and coordination with which everyone can identify. The non-motor symptoms such as depression, constipation, pain, genitourinary problems, and sleep disorders can be troublesome, but can be improved with available treatments. Parkinson’s WA will hold a seminar on the non-motor symptoms at the Niche in Nedlands on Tuesday 26 February 2013 at 1.30pm. The seminar will be presented by Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist, Janet McLeod. Parkinson’s WA is a not for prot, self funded body providing vital support services to people with Parkinson’s and their family carers. The Association also administers the Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist Service funded by the Department of Health WA. The nurses visit people with Parkinson’s in their homes. If this is not possible because people reside outside the metropolitan area, the nurses can be contacted for advice by phone on 1800 644 189 (free call) or via Telehealth (by appointment only). Please contact Parkinson’s WA to book for the seminar on 9346 7373 or email pwaadmin@ cnswa.com. Make a difference. Be a part of groundbreaking research. Are you 65 years old or over? Clinical trials are an important part of researching and developing treatments for potential life-threatening diseases. We are inviting people 65 years + to participate in the development of a new investigational vaccine for the prevention of an influenza strain. If you are generally healthy and 65 years + we would love to hear from you. All eligible participants will be financially remunerated for their time and inconvenience. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Linear’s friendly recruitment team 1300 LINEAR (1300 546 327) | email contactus@linear.org.au www.linear.org.au This trial has been approved by the Bellberry Human Research Ethics Committee. BRAND BETRE0007 public holidays. In recognition of the tireless work of family carers, a Carers SmartRider will be offered to those with a Carers Health Care Card and receiving the Commonwealth Carer Payment, Carer Allowance, Carer Supplement or Child Disability Assistance Payment. Mr Barnett said the Carers SmartRider would ensure that carers would not be out of pocket when travelling. “It is only fair that people who selflessly care for our most vulnerable people are not spending their own money on our public transport system,” the 43 HAGN#071/251 FROM May 1, 2013, a Liberal Government if re-elected, would provide free travel on any Transperth bus, train or ferry during off-peak periods for more than 8,500 West Australians who care for a family member or friend with mental illness, disability or a frail senior. Premier Colin Barnett joined Mental Health and Disability Services Minister Helen Morton at the launch of Carers WA’s new resource pack to announce eligible carers would travel free between 9am and 3.30pm on weekdays and free all day at weekends and on HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 When it comes to residential care, no one cares more than us. At Bethanie Residential, we do more than provide professional nursing care. By creating a welcoming, home-like environment and preparing our food on-site, our residents can truly feel comfortable. Our trained, dedicated staff can also provide specialised dementia care if needed. We offer both nursing home and hostel options across 12 locations from Yanchep to Bunbury. To Änd out how Bethanie can assist you or your loved one, call 1300 883 893 or visit bethanie.com.au/residential 44 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 healthy ageing - AGED CARE ADVERTISING FEATURE Time to downsize - what are your options? ONLY EIGHT per cent of seniors needed accommodation with care, says Mr Kenny Annand chairman of the Australian Institute of Urban Studies. “Over 90 per cent live in private dwellings. Most seniors are active and their requirements are little different from the rest of the community,” he said. “Most want to age in place. Their requirements are for smaller, affordable and easy to maintain homes.” If the family home is too big, needs too much maintenance or is expensive to adapt for disabilities there is a bewildering array of options. These include retirement villages, residential parks, granny ats and strata title homes designed specically for seniors. A retirement village is a community of seniors living in individual premises but sharing common facilities and amenities. They provide aged housing for people 55 and over and their spouse or partner. Retirement villages are managed and administered by a village operator, either as a commercial or not-for-prot organisation. Confusingly the words ‘retirement’ or ‘village’ may not be part of their name. If you are not sure if a complex comes under the Retirement Villages Act 1992, ask the village operator or check with Consumer Protection. Housing in a retirement village is designed for seniors and may include additional xtures and ttings, such as handrails, emergency call buttons and intercom systems. The accommodation ranges from units and villas to townhouses and freestanding homes. It may also include independent living units, serviced apartments and hostel accommodation. Retirement village living usually involves a signicant nancial contribution and you may face substantial costs when you leave a village. So be certain that this is what you want before making a commitment. Residential parks are a cheaper alternative to retirement villages but are not secure because you do not own the land on which your home is placed. If you decide to sell you are selling the structure only and this is likely to lose value as it gets older. If the land is sold or the park is closed, you will need to nd somewhere else to live. This will involve the cost of moving yourself and your home; trying to nd another suitable park and possible loss in value. Residential parks are covered by the Residential Parks (Long Stay Tenants) Act 2006. Building a granny at on an existing property is an option that is convenient and cost effective for some people. It allows families to use their existing land and provide unobtrusive care whilst still ensur- 100% REBATE GOVT REFUNDS APPLY UP TO $200 3 Fire Extinguishers PLUS Fire Blanket FREE equipment (AFTER REBATE) available to Seniors from First Aid Kits WA 1m x 1m re blanket Call for your nearest location HAGN#024/251 9371 1111 • 0430 350 188 • admin@rstaidkitswa.com.au DISABILITY, mental health and aged care service providers can better engage with families of people moving into full-time care with the presentation of a $275,000 Lotterywest grant to Carers WA. Community Services Minister Robyn McSweeney said the State Government-supported Lotterywest funding would go towards implementing the ‘Good Practice Model’, developed by a project team supported by disability service provider Nulsen with funding from the State Government. “Making a move to fulltime formal care is a big step not only for the individual concerned but also for their carers and other family members,” Mrs Mc- LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Rebate covers the purchase of these products to the value of $200. Rebate can only be claimed once. One claim per household. REBATE ENDS 31 MARCH 2013 HAGN#005/251 Cardiovascular Disease Clinical Study Come and discover Mandurah Gardens Estate; purpose built park home estate of the highest quality. The Estate is nestled in a beautiful parkland setting of 17 hectares located on a southern boundary of the Serpentine River. 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Here are some questions you may want to consider before making any change: Why are you thinking of moving? Have you considered alternatives that will allow you to stay in your current home? Decide what you want. Make a list of what you absolutely must have and other features you would like. Where do you want to live? If you are moving to be close to family or friends, have you asked them about their future plans - what if they move? Shop around. There are good deals and not so good deals. Some options will offer more than others and there may be ‘small print’ that you should know about. Do not let salespeople pressure you. If in doubt, seek the advice of a lawyer or nancial adviser and the Seniors Housing Centre on 1300 734 838. Take your time to get it right. You will want to maintain the same quality of life as you had before downsizing. Carers WA receive $275,000 Lotterywest grant to deliver training for carers SENIORS CARD SAFETY SPECIAL + ing independence. A number of companies specialise in building granny ats and can manage all drawings, council planning approvals and construction. If you are building on your children’s land you must be certain that relations between you are likely to be good for the rest of your life and that they are not likely to want to move. If you contributed money or other valuable assets in exchange for your granny at, check with Centrelink regarding their assessment of your of assets or eligibility for rent assistance. Some people choose to sell their own home and ‘down size’ by buying a unit or apartment with a strata title. Some strata titled schemes may be restricted to occupation by retired persons and their partners. The strata scheme denes what you own and what is common property when you buy a strata titled lot. Common property may include exterior walls, courtyards, roofs, and driveways as well as shared facilities such as laundries, swimming pools, stairwells and lifts. 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Other resources to be developed include a training program for staff and management on the model and guidelines on implementation. Last nancial year, Lotterywest delivered a record total of $258.3million to support Western Australian communities, while direct grants of $117.8million were given to 1,333 community and charitable organisations. Carer stress and living with dementia CARING for someone with dementia can be one of the most stressful situations. The process of dementia lasts 10 plus years and affects every aspect of the carer’s life and function. Dementia prevents a person from appreciating the problems they are experiencing. They often cannot understand why they are no longer able to live their lives without assistance. The conditions of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are all progressive. Ultimately, the brain can no longer guide the person to think, talk, understand, behave, respond to sensation, move, and even swallow and breathe. Providing care to someone who only recently was a vital, independent individual is incredibly stressful. You lose the person as you are caring for them and there is often resentment of and resistance to your efforts to help and protect your Loved One as the disease progresses. The constant changes in and the phases of dementia create stress of their own. Carers of people with dementia are 80 per cent more likely to perceive they are very stressed in their care giving role. That stress is also associated with a higher risk of acquiring dementia later in the carer’s life. Carers of people with dementia typically spend 65+ hours a week in care related activities. This is 20+hours more than caring for someone living with physical disability. Carers need to reach out early for support and assistance, but this rarely happens soon enough to protect the carer’s health and well-being. When you feel the stress of your caring role, use simple stress management techniques to help you relax. 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Further Information If you would like further information about SKG Radiology, please visit our website www.skg.com.au. 46 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBUARY 2013 healthy ageing - AGED CARE ADVERTISING FEATURE Dementia is not a normal part of ageing by Rhonda Parker Rhonda Parker ALZHEIMER’S Australia Western Australia (AAWA) is a not-for-prot organisation that exists to support those living with dementia. Although its name originates from Dr Alois Alzheimer who rst identied the plaques that grow over brain cells to cause Alzheimer’s Disease, AAWA is involved in research, education and care for all those living with any of the dementias. Let me share with you my summary of the challenge that dementia currently presents to us. Dementia is a disease of the brain. There are more than one hundred types of dementia, one person in Australia is diagnosed with the disease every six minutes and it is now the third leading cause of death in Australia. Dementia is not a normal part of ageing – one of the rarer forms of dementia strikes people as young as in their 30s. However the incidence of dementia increases with age, with one in four people over 85 with the disease. Increasingly individuals under 65 are being diagnosed with the disease. Research into dementia is now one of great frontiers of science, helped in large part by new technology that allows us to scan the brain and identify impacts of various therapies. PET scanners are relatively recent additions to medical equipment and have revolutionised the potential for brain research. Dementia research is dramatically underfunded in Australia compared to other leading causes of impacts on the health and care system. Last year, cancer research received $162.4m; cardiovascular disease received $93m and dementia received $21m. We must correct this underspend in the coming years. There is much we all need to learn about dementia. What evidence has been established regarding prevention and risk reduction? How does understanding the disease help prolong independence and the ability to live at home? What do you need to know about the disease if someone you love has been diagnosed with it? How do you support continued quality in the daily experience of a person with dementia? Have a Go News has asked me to write a column each month this year for their newspaper, and I will address these and other key questions and issues month by month. AAWA is the only dementia specic organisation in the state, and last year celebrated its 30th Anniversary. We exist to support those living with dementia, as well as to educate health professionals caring for those with the disease. In 2013 we will increasingly provide education in the community, including workplaces, to increase the understanding of brain health, and the possibilities for risk reduction for each of us. And with science identifying that, for example, there is evidence that Alzheimer’s plaques are present for 10-15 years before symptoms show, the prime time for understanding risk reduction is in mid life. To support increasing community understanding for the disease, AAWA is planning a 2013 Public Lecture Series. If you have any questions about dementia or you are living with someone with a diagnosis of dementia, our Helpline is there for you. 1800 100 500. Don’t hesitate to call with your query. A time for joy, security and contentment MOVING into retirement living should be a time for joy, security and contentment. It’s about being able to do what you want - and knowing that help is always at hand. At SwanCare Group we believe that a retirement community should provide a sense of security yet offer the freedom to live as full a life as possible. A SwanCare Group community offers affordable living, investment in a secure future and the reassurance of a reputable and trusted organisation with over 50 years of experience in providing excellence in accommodation and care. The Bentley Park village, located just 15 minutes from the centre of Perth, is a community designed for people aged 55 and over who want the convenience of choice when it comes to their retirement living. A lift allows easy access to all floors and the communal courtyards offer great opportunities for socialising with other residents. Large balconies offer space for entertaining friends and family or just relaxing with your favourite pot plants. All our homes are fitted with quality fixtures and fittings and have practical kitchen designs and comfortable living spaces. Retire to the good li fe ES M ! ILS HO LE TA W AB DE NE IL OR D AVA 0 F AN L 00 BR IL 50 0 T S 62 We have found that apartments are becoming more popular with prospective new residents. They are keen to take advantage of the benefits that this style of living offers. Security is enhanced with access controlled entry and secure underground parking. In addition, the push-button support and security system is monitored on site. LL Apartment living CA You’re about to discover the secret to a happy retirement. Offered is a range of accommodation options to suit all requirements including villas and apartments. The recently constructed accommodation has highly sophisticated telephone and communication services, some with an assistance feature and access to high-speed internet. On-site security is also provided after hours for peace of mind, with all security personnel trained in rst aid. All residents have access to our wonderful social and recreational facilities and with over 40 clubs and groups on site there is always plenty for residents to be involved in. If you would like to visit Bentley Park to view the accommodation and facilities please contact Harry Pearson on 6250 0000 or harry.pearson@swancare.com.au Light, bright, beauti ful vi llas Located just 15 minutes from the CBD, Bentley Park offers affordable living, investment in a secure future and the reassurance of a reputable and trusted organisation with 50 years of experience in providing excellence in accommodation and care. Our new villas are light, bright contemporary homes tailored for comfortable living. Each villa has generous living spaces, quality appliances and offer flexible design features that can easily be altered to accommodate changes that may become necessary as we age. Sales information 6250 0000 www.swancare.com.au Over $5 Million of top quality stock to clear. Choose from our huge range of classic fine silk rugs & runners and antique rugs & runners. As each piece is unique, rugs shown are representative only. As always there is no compromise in quality. 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The event is a paradise for garden and plant lovers with displays from many of Western Australia’s best garden clubs and societies. There will be a ‘greenhouse’ full of interesting and unusual plants on display including African violets, Begonias, bromeliads, bulbs, Cacti, Camellias, Cycads, daylilies, ferns, frangipanis, Fuchsias, Gerberas, herbs, Hibiscus, Hoya, Iris, Lavender, orchids, palms, Pelargoniums, roses and succulents. Homemade refreshments, books, tools and gifts will also be available. Contact Helen Martin-Beck on 9403 0001 for further details. During the hot summer days you may be feeling nice and cool in your air conditioning, but don’t forget about your plants. A good watering with the hose will ensure that they get a deep soaking, this is far better than several light waterings. Always check your sprinklers for blockages, apply a wetting agent on your whole lawn and garden, and apply a 7.5 to 10cm layer of coarse organic mulch. A regular application of a seaweed tonic will help to reduce heat stress from hot weather and lack of water by improving the root growth of plants and thickening of its cell walls. Looking for fun and friendship Now you can protect your family and home by installing Ash Screens to your air conditioner. Protecting your home, special memories and family from fire rhizomatous roots that help retain both moisture and nutrients. A perfect addition to any Perth garden! So why not give your Valentine an everlasting bunch of owers for a ‘Princess’. I have used these dwarf ‘Princess Lilies’ over the last few years on many of my company Gardens from Eden’s residential and commercial landscaping projects with great success. Princess Lilies (above left) are available from leading garden centres and nurseries in a kaleidoscope of colours. If you can’t go pass a rose on Valentine’s Day, why not try something with perfume as well as beauty. The spectacular range of David Austin and Delbard roses, above centre, has been specially bred to combine the best of both. Go to www.davidaustinroses.com and www.rankinsroses.com.au to view the stunning range or visit a specialist rose nursery such as Melville Nurseries in Carmel to see them growing in WA. Call 9293 5342 or check out www.melvillenurseries.com.au as they won’t last long at this time of year! Gardeners Delight! • The Garden Clubs & Societies Fair is on again from the 23rd to the 24th of February at the South Perth Community Centre, Corner South Terrace and Sandgate Street in South Perth. Ad- ✁ 2OSS' ARDEN 4OURS Colin Barlow Flowers for your Princess! ROSES are red, violets are blue, Valentine’s Day is coming and what should you do? The shops are full of owers and beautiful plants too, but what will I do to make my true love’s dreams come true? Hopefully your love will be enough for your loved one but there are other options to the traditional cut owers or roses that last less than a week. Alstroemeria or Peruvian lilies, above right, have been used for cut owers for many years and now there are many stunning dwarf varieties that are perfect for pots, containers or just adding a splash of colour to pockets of the garden or border. These smaller compact varieties are available with white, yellow, pink, purple and red owers and are marketed as ‘Princess Lilies’, so why not treat your own princess or ‘queen’ to the perfect garden plant. With names like Camilla, Diana, Ella, Julietta, Louise, Letizia, Monica, Sara and Theresa you may be lucky enough to nd a plant with your ‘Valentines’ name! These tough plants have a neat, mounded habit and grow to around 30-45cm tall with masses of pretty lily like owers that bloom for more than nine months of the year. ‘Princess Lilies’ will grow in both sun and partial shade conditions so are a versatile plant for the garden. The secret to their hardiness is their thick 0411 229 220 Security Agent Lic: #38148 WWW.PERTHHOMESECURITYPRODUCTS.COM.AU Have a Go News is available on a 12 month or 24 month subscription. This will ensure the delivery to your home of a copy of each issue as well as chances to enter our monthly competitions. $24.95 for 12 months or $49 for 24 months, covers postage and packaging from your rst delivered copy. Simply ll in your details, cut out and send to: ‘Subscriptions’ Have a Go News, PO Box 1042, West Leederville WA 6901 or email payment details to accounts@haveagonews.com.au. 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Pole Walking is an easy, efcient and low stress activity that engages the whole body in a total body workout. Using the poles helps to increase muscle endurance and toning in your shoulders, back, chest, upper arms and abdominals. They provide stability and add more “spring” to your step as you push along and reduce stress on the knees and other joints. Pole walking loosens muscle tension in the neck and shoulders which is benecial if you have a job where you sit in one position most of the day. Your posture improves with the right technique and arm motion and it is up to 40 per cent more effective as an exercise than regular walking. Your oxygen intake increases signicantly, and your heart rate is 5-17 beats more per minute, compared to regular walking. It suits all ages, t or unt, as you can adjust your walking to your own ability. Pole walking was launched by SRC on 19 April 2006 and since then more than 650 people have taken up the exercise. To nd out more about pole walking or to organize a personal or group demonstration call the SRC ofce on 9492 9773. SRC events coming up in 2013 • 19 February Tech Savvy Seniors – Exergaming project – Forum & Presentation to Local Government Representatives - DSR Conference Room, Leederville. • 27 February Seniors Activity/Information Day - Cockburn Seniors Centre, Spearwood • 27 March Be Active Aged Care Games - Bunbury Branch – South West Sports Centre • 1 May Rockingham Mini Have a Go Day, Aqua Jetty Rockingham • 8 May Mundaring Seniors Activity/ Information Day, Camp Leschenaultia • 23 May Be Active Aged Care Games – Avon – Northam Town Hall • 19 June Annual Seniors Ball – Astral Ballroom, Crown Perth • 13 November Have a Go Day – Burswood Park Hugh Rogers President Seniors Recreation Council Garden Week 2013 coming up GARDEN lovers of all ages are in for a treat at Garden Week 2013 which runs from 18 – 22 April at Perry Lakes Reserve, Underwood Ave and Perry Lakes Drive, Floreat. Western Australia’s premier outdoor event is a one-stop-shop for gardening novices, renovators and new home owners, through to experienced gardeners with the greenest of thumbs. Bursting with colour and creative ideas will be more than 120 exhibits showcasing the latest garden and outdoor products, landscaping trends, new plant releases and stunning garden displays. There will be thousands of plants for sale, including an array of natives, trees, stunning roses, tulips, bulbs, succulents and everlastings. A free plant pick-up service will make buying and browsing a breeze. Food lovers will enjoy live cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, and there will be daily appearances by top local garden experts. For the kids, Garden Week is sure to be a school holiday highlight, with an interactive wildlife farm, cubby houses, frogs and worms, pot planting, planter box making, sensory gardens, art and craft activities, and more. 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Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must nd out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity and even a bit of wizardry, Oscar transforms himself not only into the great and powerful wizard but into a better man as well. Oz the Great and Powerful is produced by Joe Roth and written by Mitchell Kapner and David Lindsay-Abaire (credit not nal). Grant Curtis, Philip Steuer and Palak Patel are serving as executive producers. It opens in Australian cinemas on March 7, 2013. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of 10 in season double passes to Oz The Great and Powerful, email hagncomps@ haveagonews.com.au and include the name of the lm in the subject line or address an envelope to Oz The Great Comp. c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville WA 6901 with your contact details on the back. Competition ends 28/02/13. Only over 45s are eligible. Wartime Entertainers at army camp in Guildford, 1941 Donated to Museum of Performing Arts by Bill Kerr. MORNING Melodies at His Majesty’s Theatre are concerts for the Young at Heart, commencing at 10.30am on 13 March 2013 with Wish Me Luck as You Wave Me Goodbye featuring Lucy Maunder, Stuart Maunder, AnneMaree McDonald and Alex Rathgeber What better way to spend a Wednesday ART for ALL On the Silver Screen www.zerodarkthirty-movie.com Lincoln Steven Spielberg directs two-time Academy Award® winner Daniel DayLewis in Lincoln, a revealing drama that focuses on the 16th President’s tumultuous nal months in ofce. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and erce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change • 11-24 Feb A Passion for Art: Summer School Showcase and MCAA members exhibition • 13 Feb Lunchtime in the Gallery: Peta Miller • 25 Feb - 4 Mar Explorations: A solo exhibition by Margaret Coxall • 11-15 March Visiting artist workshop: Cristina Popovici • 13 March Lunchtime in the Gallery: Cristina Popovici the fate of generations to come. www.lincolnmovie.com.au WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of 10 in-season double passes to Zero Dark Thirty or Lincoln, phone the Have a Go News ofce on 9227 8283 during ofce hours (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) and leave your contact details or email hagncomps@haveagonews. com.au and include your lm preference in the subject line. Only over 45s are eligible. Competition ends 18/02/13. Have a great night out at The Tivoli Club The two hour show at The Tivoli with supper included in the price is the best value entertainment in Perth. It also has a junior club called the Tivolettes for budding performers aged between 6 and 17. This is also run entirely by volunteers, which keeps the costs down. It is one of the few venues in Perth where young singers and dancers can get regular stage per- Riverside location on bus route - Plenty of parking - air conditioned 586 Canning Hwy, (Cnr North Lake) Alfred Cove *Proceeds to the Atwell House Restoration Fund Ph: 9330 2800 www.atwellarts.com Nothing Fancy One night with... JUDITH LUCY Saturday 23 February @ 8pm The Boardwalk Theatre Ormsby Terrace Mandurah Performing Arts Centre formance experience. The club encourages novice performers. It holds three separate shows per year and bookings are encouraged especially at Christmas. Rehearsals will soon commence for the next show “Magic Night”, commencing on 19 April. For bookings ring The Tivoli on 9364 5463. Tickets: Adult $45 FOMPAC $42 Bookings: 9550 3900 or www.manpac.com.au Find us on Facebook HAGN#108/251 OUTBACK COUNTRY MUSIC SATURDAY 2 and SUNDAY 3 MARCH 2013 Lot 10/569 Armadale Rd, Forrestdale Saturday 2 March: Curti r in n FM FM 100.1 100 00.1 1 ‘Born in Boots’ Curtin don T Live with Brendon Band Frisco y Dianne Lindsay Peter Simpson J.R Williams Reg Poole g Laura Downing Amber Joy ch: Sunday 3 March: Famil milyy Terry Bennett & Fa Family Katie Hindle Athol Wightman Friday night with Buzzer TICKETS: $45 adults $10 children Camping and Sausage Sizzle Breakfast Hot spud van and ice cream van will be available Bring your own vans, swags, tents, chairs, own drinks and food etc. NO DOGS BOOK EARLY! BOOKINGS Jan or Peter 9397 0877 HAGN#126/251 THE TIVOLI Club was opened by Jack ‘Skinny’ Martin in 1971. In those early days, Jack’s performances at various locations around Perth were very popular and much in demand. In 1973 a permanent home was found for The Tivoli Club at the Applecross District Hall and it has performed there continuously since then. The club, which prides itself in being ‘not for prot’, contributes regularly to charitable organisations and is totally self funded. It is committed to its strong ethos to entertain the people of Perth. Many well known performers have begun their careers at The Tivoli and some of them include well known luminaries such as opera singer, Rachelle Durkin, actor and TV personality, Tammy MackIntosh and cabaret artist, Jackie Love. The Tivoli is the only theatre in Perth that has presented a variety show continuously over the years. The club is run entirely by volunteers, who not only perform, but make costumes and tend to all the behind the scenes work on show nights. Many changes have taken place over the years, but the current shows run with cabaret seating and provide a chicken and chip supper with tea and coffee available for patrons. BYO is optional. ATWELL GALLERY AT ATWELL ARTS CENTRE HAGN#029/251 Zero Dark Thirty FROM Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker) comes the riveting account of Navy SEAL Team 6 and intelligence forces’ long hunt for Osama bin Laden. The Al Qaeda leader was killed during a raid on his compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan on 1 May, 2011, nearly a decade after ordering the 9/11 attacks in New York and Washington. Stars Jessica Chastain (The Help), Joel Edgerton (Warrior) and Mark Strong (Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy). morning than enjoying a wonderful concert in the magnicent surrounds of His Majesty’s Theatre. Come with friends and experience a one hour concert from some of Australia’s nest talent, followed by morning tea in the theatre foyer where you will have the opportunity to meet the performers. Make a day of it! Show your ticket and enjoy the choice of either Chef’s homemade soup or gourmet fresh lled sandwiches for only $7.80 or $10.80 including a glass of wine in the Dress Circle Bar after the show. Then head DownStairs at the Maj and visit the Museum of Performing Arts and check out the latest exhibition. Wish Me Luck as You Wave Me Goodbye celebrates the music of our brave war heroes with the talented Maunder family and friends as they perform the popular and inspiring songs of the wartime period. Share the joy of our courageous Aussie diggers with stories of unfaltering mateship and sacrice. Reminisce with the nostalgic tunes of the era, featuring classics such as We’ll Meet Again, Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye and Kiss Me Goodnight Sergeant Major, along with our own iconic Aussie favourites When a Boy From Alabama meets a Girl from Gundagai, Chin Up! Cheerio! Carry On! and Brown Slouch Hat. HAGN#002/251 Arts 51 PART PROCEEDS TO RFDS HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FERUARY 2013 Arts dvds films/theatre Lyrical programme launches new season of performances Long Way To The Top (The 10th Anniversary Edition) IN 2001, ABC TV broadcast a six part documentary that charted the history of Australian Rock ‘n’ Roll, from the 50s through to the modern era. To celebrate the documentary’s 10th anniversary, an encore screening on ABC2 in August last year, featured Australian artists such as Johnny O’Keefe, Little Patti, Billy Thorpe and many more performers who contributed our golden rock ‘n’ roll history. In 2002, Long Way To The Top became a live concert event. Twenty six Australian artists joined together in a massive celebration of homegrown rock & roll that played all around Australia to 200,000 people. The brainchild of Billy Thorpe and promoter Michael Chugg, Long Way To The Top featured Australia’s major rock & rollers from the Stadium era to Sunbury. Proving you can’t keep a good thing down, in October last year, 17 legends of Australian rock reunited for the Long Way to the Top 10th Anniversary Concert, with performances in east coast; Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle and Brisbane. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of ve 10 year Anniversary of Long Way To The Top 3 disc CD/DVD set from ABC Music, address an envelope to Long Way Comp. c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042, West Leederville WA 6901 with your contact details on the reverse or email hagncomps@haveagonews.com and include the words Long Way in the subject line. Only over 45s are eligible. Competition ends 28/02/13. books/reviews VIRTUOSO pipe organist Dominic Perissinotto (pictured above) draws deeply on the classic French organ corpus for Suite, the rst of the Pipe Organ Plus 2013 concerts, augmenting the programme with more modern works, adding balance and texture to a stunning collection of compositions. Suite will be performed at 2.30pm on Sunday, 10 March at The Basilica of St Patrick, cnr Parry and Adelaide Streets, Fremantle. Eugene Gigout’s Grand Choeur Dialogue, opens the concert. The piece is imbued with his creative brilliance and carefully honed improvisatory skills. This is followed by another French composer working two centuries before Gigout, Jehan Titelouze. His composition the Hymn de l’Eglise pour toucher sur l’orgue was included in the rst known published collections of organ music from the 1600s. Regarded as a premier composer of the early French organ school, this performance in early Baroque style is a real treat for acionados of the genre. Just before interval, Perissinotto introduces a complete change of tempo and era with Moya Henderson’s lyrical Reefs I, II and III. First performed in Queensland in 1989, this evocative trio pays homage to the beauty of the sea, the enormity of the Great Barrier Reef in particular, its expressive waves of melody containing an ‘uncanny energy’. Following light refreshments, it’s back to a more mainstream work by JS Bach. The Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor BWV 582, an early composition in the master organist’s career, is one of his most famous works. Bach’s piece is astonishing for the breadth of emotions it evokes, from the ‘painful longing’ of the opening passage, to the transcendental climax, which never fails to affect those who hear it. Alfred Hollins’ A Song of Sunshine is an altogether less complex affair, again with an FOR THE rst time in Australia, one of Russia’s best opera companies Moscow Novaya Opera is proud to present Operamania at the Perth Concert Hall, on Sunday 7, Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 April, 2013 at 7.30pm This seamless theatrical presentation of the Moscow Novaya Opera Soloists and HAGN#093/251 Gary Puckett LESLIE HINTON & ROY ORTUSO PRESENT MIDGE URE & The Union Gap ONE SHOW ONLY “The voice of “The Gary Puckett tour promises a night lled with rock’n’roll hits and great memories Young Girl, Woman Woman, Lady Willpower, Over You, Home, This Girl is a Woman Now, Keep the Customer Satised, Don’t Give Into Him Vienna, Lament, Breathe, One Small Day, Hymn, Loves Greatest Adventure, Dancing with Tears in my Eyes, If I Was, Fade to Grey Saturday 9 March 2013 Saturday 27 April 2013 For bookings call Show Ticketing (9370 5888) or visit (www.showticketing.com.au) www.lesliehintonentertainment.com Tickets are available from Ticketmaster 136 100 (www.ticketmaster.com.au) or direct from the venue (9444 1051) The Astor Theatre, Mt Lawley The Charles Hotel, Perth HAGN#100/251 HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE PROUDLY PRESENTS Coming Up . . WISH ME LUCK AS YOU WAVE ME GOODBYE Celebrate the music of our brave war heroes featuring tunes from the era, We’ll Meet Again, Kiss Me Goodnight Sergeant Major and more. MEDIA SPONSOR: 24 APRIL DON’T SHOOT ME, I’M STILL ONLY THE PIANO PLAYER! David Scheel is back by popular demand with his long-awaited show featuring classical and notso-classical piano and comedy. 19 JUNE Photo: Robert Frith (Acorn Photo) OPERA CONCERT Brighten your winter with music performed by the rising stars of West Australian Opera. TICKETS $27 SEASON TICKET $66 (all three shows) ALL PERFORMANCES BEGIN AT 10.30AM AND END AT APPROX 11.30AM BOOK NOW 1300 795 012 IN PERSON AT VENUE BOX OFFICE OR TICKETEK AGENCIES www.ticketek.com.au * Transaction fees may apply. A credit/debit card processing fee will apply. HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE 825 Hay Street (cnr King St) Perth, Western Australia 6000 Telephone (08) 9265 0900 Orchestra with dancers from the Russian Imperial Ballet includes a wonderful selection of music by the world’s most celebrated composers including Tchaikovsky, Puccini, Mozart, Bizet, Rossini, Verdi, Bellini and Johann Strauss. Moscow Novaya Opera will take you on a journey highlighting some of the most loved operas of all time including The Magic Flute, Rigoletto, The Pearl Fishers, Tosca, The Barber of Seville, Carmen and many more in a seamless semi-staged theatrical presentation. Featuring 10 dynamic soloists and four classical ballet dancers in full costume and a brilliant 44-piece symphony orchestra direct from Moscow, Operamania will delight the most seasoned music lovers as well as rst time opera-goers. Tickets on sale from TICKETEK 1300 795 012 or ticketek.com.au w w w. operamania.com.au WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of ve doubles to Operamania, email hagncomps@haveagonews.com. au and include the world Russia in the subject line or address an envelope to Operamania Competition c/- Have a Go News c/- PO Box 1042 West Leederville WA 6901 with your contact details on the reverse. Gary Puckett and the Union Gap returns to Australia ULTRAVOX” Enjoy Gary’s Award Winning Hits 13 MARCH Television Institute of WA. Complimentary afternoon tea served during interval by Creative Provisions and is supplied by Elmstock Tea, Essenza Coffee and Picobello Patisserie. Pipe Organ Plus is supported by Beehive Marketing and Clancy’s Fish Pub, Fremantle and Canning Bridge. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win one of ve double passes to the Pipe Organ Plus’ performance of Suite, email hagncomps@ haveagonews.com.au and include the word pop in the subject line or address an envelope to Pipe Organ Plus Competition c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville WA 6901 with your contact details on the reverse. Only over 45s are eligible. Competition ends 28/02/13. Music by the world’s most celebrated composers LESLIE HINTON & ROY ORTUSO PRESENT Photo: Wartime entertainers at Army camp in Guildford, 1941. Donated to Museum of Performing Arts by Bill Kerr. improvisational tone. In stark contrast is the complexity of Maurice Durué’s Suite Op 5 which ends the concert. Judged a masterpiece, Suite Op 5 covers an immense tonal landscape, from moments of intense intimacy to astonishing virtuosity, stretching Perissinotto’s ability to the limit. The work’s ‘ecstatic conclusion’ brings to a close a sensational opening chapter in the 2013 Pipe Organ Plus Concert Season. The concert runs for approximately two hours and includes an interval where enticing, complimentary refreshments will be served. Electronic tickets are available at www.trybooking.com or purchase at the door one hour prior to the concert. During performances, the organ can be viewed on the large screen video presentation thanks to the Film and FOLLOWING the highly-successful 2010 Australian Tour, Gary Puckett and the Union Gap returns to our shores in February 2013. Gary Puckett possesses an unmistakable signature voice and was the lead singer of the group who were one of the most successful musical groups of the sixties garnering six consecutive gold records and top 10 Billboard hits such Young Girl, Woman Woman, Lady Willpower, Over You, This Girl Is A Woman Now, Keep The Customer Satised, Don’t Give In To Him, Home and many others. The original The Union Gap disbanded in the seventies, but in 1974, Young Girl was re-released in England where it received a silver record award for attaining a top ve position on the pop charts, several years after its initial release. Harbour Theatre - Celebrating 50 years of entertaining the community in 2013 Directed by Nicola Bond The world has seen many comedies by Robin Hawdon but none to threaten international relations on this scale! Imagine a luxury villa in Provence, imagine three couples, English, French and Irish, all turning up at the same time! Add the ingredients of copious champagne, heightened sexual impulses and ingrained cultural differences and the European Union could well implode! ROBIN HAWDON’S LATEST HILARIOUS COMEDY A NIGHT IN PROVENCE 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22 and 23 March @ 8pm Matinees: 10 and 17 March @ 2pm TICKETS: $25.50 full/$23.50 conc/$20.50 f/t student or child under 15 BOOKINGS: www.taztix.com.au MEMBERS BOOKINGS: 9433 6260 or tickets@harbourtheatre.org.au Harbour Theatre, 70 Adelaide St, Fremantle (opposite Woolworths) For further information and membership enquiries visit www.harbourtheatre.org.au HAGN#007/251 52 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Arts dvds films/theatre 53 books/reviews The classic comedy by Oscar Wilde that is anything but earnest! FROM THE 9 - 28 March, the Black Swan State Theatre Company presents Oscar Wilde’s, The Importance of Being Earnest directed by Kate Cherry at the Heath Ledger Theatre, State Theatre Centre of WA. In Oscar Wilde’s most famous play, the dandy Algernon and dapper Jack are best friends, who, unbeknownst to each other, both employ different identities in London and the countryside. When Jack proposes to Algernon’s cousin Gwendolen, and Algernon falls for Jack’s ward Cecily, both do so using the pseudonym Ernest. Amidst mistaken identities and giddy confusion towers Gwendolen’s mother, the imposing Lady Bracknell, as a paragon of Edwardian propriety, who refuses to be anything but earnest. The Importance of Being Earnest is Wilde’s most popular work illustrating his keen wit and his equally keen observation. Adriane Daff, The Importance of Being Earnest © Robert Frith He called Earnest, “a trivial play for serious people” as it captured forever a number of social types who obviously existed but whom Wilde enabled his contemporaries to recognize and laugh at: characters such as the languid Englishman, the Victorian society dragon, the woman with a past and the puritan young lady, all with sparkling dialogue, gloriously improbable plot twists and a dash of romance. The play has delighted millions since its rst London performance in 1895. The cast of eight is made up entirely of Western Australian actors and features many well known faces and features Adriane Daff, Jenny Davis, Rebecca Davis, Stuart Halusz, Michael Loney, Pete Rowsthorn, Scott Sheridan, Pauline Whyman. As Kate explains, “Perth audiences can expect to see actors they love, like Jenny Davis, who has entertained people for years, and Pete Rowsthorn of Kath & Kim fame, who is such a brilliant comedian. “I think people will have a great time – they’ll see a very theatrical piece that is visually sumptuous and fun to look at. And, of course, they will laugh a lot at Oscar Wilde’s worldfamous witticisms.” Ticket Prices* Standard $69.50 Groups 8+ (+1 free ticket for every 10 purchased) $53.50. Concession (Senior, Pensioner, Unemployed) $54.50 Students (Full time students with photo ID) $29.50. Previews $52.50 Family Package (subject to availability from the box (2 adults, 2 children/students) $158 ofce 30 mins prior to show) $24.50. Please note there is a High Tea on Saturday 16 March @1pm $39 Tickets through ticketek.com.au, Ticketek outlets or 1300 795 012 Groups 8+ 1300 364 001 [*A service/delivery fee also applies] Spread the word! in an energetic, family atmosphere at The Family Proms Concert. Don’t forget, children’s tickets are FREE!* Free reserved seating for children accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential at time of purchase. WIN WIN WIN To be in the draw to win a family ticket to the Family Proms Concert, email hagncomps@haveagonews.com.au and include the name of the concert in the subject line or address an envelope to Family Proms Competition c/- Have a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville WA 6901 with your contact details on the back. Only over 45s are eligible. Competition ends 8/03/13. Finbar Furey comes to WA IRISH MUSICAL legend, Finbar Furey, will perform in Western Australia during February and March as part of his 2013 Australian Tour. A perennial audience favourite, Finbar’s denitive one-man show brings his rare talents to the stage, treating audiences to evenings of pure Irish magic: great music, good humour, and the charm and wit associated with one of Ireland’s most beloved storytellers. In addition to his fame as the lead singer and front man for the renowned Irish band, The Fureys, Finbar Furey is an accomplished singer songwriter/banjoist/ guitarist/autist/tin whistler in his own right; and is hailed as Ireland’s “Prince of Pipers” having won every known uilleann pipe title - including three all Ireland Championships. After nearly 30 years with the band, Finbar decided to explore new pastures as a solo singer, producer and writer. Since making this decision, Finbar’s reputation has increased with every performance. A man of great musical passion and a pioneer for the cause of Irish music, Finbar Furey has carved a special place for himself in the world of music and in the hearts of millions of people. He has also forged an impressive career in lms, having appeared in Martin Scorsese’s Gangs of New York and Paris Sexy. He recently appeared as the featured guest on RTE’s Gay Byrne Show and has had a documentary made covering his life and career. Suite Concert Sunday 10 March 2.30pm Basilica of St Patrick Cnr Parry & Adelaide Streets Fremantle Acclaimed pipe organist Dominic Perissinotto draws on the classic French organ corpus for Suite, augmenting with more modern works, adding balance and texture to a stunning collection of compositions. Join us for a delightful afternoon in Fremantle. Online tickets www.trybooking.com/CBZU or at the door on the day of the concert from 1.30pm. Visit www.pipeorganplus.com.au or telephone (08) 7339 7418 for programme and booking information. HAGN#131/251 BUNBURY celebrities, The South West Philharmonic and the Bunbury City Band are joining forces again to provide you with an afternoon of fun family entertainment that is not to be missed! Hear all your favourite traditional Proms classics and many more toe-tapping tunes! Join in the fun of the Proms Sunday 17 March at 2pm, and bring your party hat, blowers, ratchets and noisemakers for a celebration of music in true Proms style! The Family Proms Concert is a unique interactive performance where you are encouraged to clap along with the music, cheer out loud and make some noise! This is music Proms style and silence is not permitted! Celebrate all your musical favourites ShowPro Touring Proudly Presents See Finbar Furey at Albany Performing Arts Centre 28 February, the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre 1 March and the Octagon Theatre 2 March. For further information and tour dates go to: www. nbarfureytour.com.au or see ad on this page. Finbar Furey IRELAND’S LEGENDARY The Tivoli Club of WA (Inc) www.tivoli.org.au CNR.CANNING BEACH & KINTAIL RD, APPLECROSS (Opposite Rafes Hotel) PO Box 713, Wembley 6913 Phone 0425 633 150 Proudly presenting our 2013 program of Singing, Dancing & Comedy NIGHT SHOWS: commence at 8pm; doors open 7.30pm MATINEES: commence at Midday; doors open 11.30am “in full ow is one of the most exciting sounds in music... and at his most poetic, one of the most moving... As Dublin as James Joyce, as unpretentious as a pint of Guinness...an evening of pure pleasure” Magic Night 2013 Night Shows: Friday 19, 26 April and 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 May Matinees: Sunday 21 April, 5, 19 May and 2 June SHOW PRICES: Adult $18 Pensioner $15 Child $8 The Octagon Theatre Show price includes: Chicken & Chips, Tea & Coffee BYO Alcohol & Glasses, Soft drinks on sale Please note: to keep our prices down we can no longer provide cheese and biscuits, however feel free to bring along your own refreshments. with NICK STOCKWELL Don’t forget our Tivolettes for an afternoon out. Bring your children or grandchildren Email James for information on jamesholmestiv@gmail.com Book online at www.nbarfurey.com.au HAGN#088/251 TIVOLETTES (Juniors: 6-16 year olds) Show Dates: 26 May, 30 June, 28 July, 25 August, 29 September 27 October and 24 November Tea, Coffee, Snack & Drinks on sale $3 Adults and $1.50 Children HAGN#006/251 HAGN#067/251 Morning Tea from 10am (included) Show at 11am Saturday 2 March For bookings phone 6488 2440 BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 9364 5463 (Please leave a message) Email tivolibookings@hotmail.com Nick’s repertoire consists of music from the fifties through to the nineties covering a wide spectrum from folk and country to contemporary classics 54 HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 Please nominate a category for your advertisement. Tick one box only. 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Name ..................................................................................... Address .................................................................................... Please tick this box if you DO NOT wish to receive information relative to Have a Go News Activities. Phone ...................................................................... I am over 45 years of age ................................................. (Signature) Seeking a Friend ACTIVE gent NOR, early 70s, slim, healthy. Enjoys good conversation, travel, homelife. Has many interests and hobbies. Seeking a slim, intelligent lady for a lasting relationship. Reply Box 5518 A HAPPY easygoing, educated lady with many interests, GSOH, lots TLC, WLTM gent 70-75, like mind to care, share, be happy, for all our tomorrow’s long term, if compatible. Reply Box 5510 ATTRACTIVE widow, t, med build, NS, SD, GSOH, Peel region. WLTM interesting, considerate, tall, widower, gentleman, 67-72. Love life, cuddles, travel, caravanning, boating, movies, outdoor, dining out, quiet nights at home, anything life has to offer. ALA. Reply Box 5509 ENGLISH gentleman, 182cm tall, slim, youthful looks, caring. Seeks sincere, tall, attractive lady, NS, NOR, friendly, mature, mutual relationship. Please send photo. Reply Box 5526 EURO gent 70+, caring, romantic, positive, loves good female company, age open, enjoy laughter, good conversation, reliable, honest, caring. WLTM lady with similar attributes. I am NS, SD, NG, let’s meet for coffee and chat. NOR. Reply Box 5519 EUROS; If you feel like I do, that it would be nice to help and to be helped by other Europeans then let’s start a self-help group. All are welcome to write. Reply Box 5505 GENT 75, decent, NS, SD, likes travel, campervan, enjoys quiet night. WLTM lady 65 to 75 for friendship, meet for coffee. Reply Box 5516 GENT 76, young, WA born, 6’, not bald, NS, NG, SD, looking for lady mate, long term. Love sport and travelling. Prefer SOR. Reply Box 5502 GENT 1954, looking for Asian lady friend for outing, dining and movies and travel. I am going to Hong Kong in April and need travel companion. Your age not important. Reply Box 5507 GENT WLTM a lady living south west or Mandurah area. 68 plus, I am healthy, t. Like travelling, gardening, dining in/ out. I am honest and own my home, n sec , SC, NS, ALA. Reply Box 5541 ............................................................................................... Postcode ............................................................................. HAPPY ACTIVE 5’6” lady WLTM gentleman 68, NS, SD. I enjoy music, travel, dancing, swimming, good home life. I am caring, honest, responsible, n sec, love life family orientated, genuine lady, looking for special partner. Reply Box 5540 HAPPY go lucky, active, adventurous, healthy, slimish, blonde, t and ready to spend time with genuine gent who knows how to treat and take care of a special and caring lady. Will answer all letters. Reply Box 5524 I AM LADY of 70. I need a roof over my head, a person must be out there. I look 60, honest, caring. I am very good around the house, good cook. Fun to be with, please help. NS, NG, SD. Reply Box 5533 I AM planning overseas travel during May and June and looking for somebody, who will care for my pets (dog and cat) in my house (house sitting) or maybe somebody looking for two months free accommodation. For details or variety, propose, please write. NOR, ALA. Reply Box 5528 I PERSONALLY do think that love is always in the mood of believe. Reply Box 5539 LADY 59, well presented, DTE, easygoing, GSOH, positive outlook, NOR, likes walking, working, good conversation, travelling, socialising, reading. WLTM like minded gent, 59-64, if you t the bill send recent photo and let’s meet. Reply Box 5522 LADY 1946 model, med build, GSOH, DTE, NS, honest, n sec, enjoys outings, movies, animals, dining. WLTM happy man with lots of laughs, SD. Let’s meet for coffee, must be easy going. ALA. Family person. Reply Box 5534 LET’S explore good times, passions, fantasies. Happy, mild mannered gentleman desires slim, 60+, attractive, intelligent lady for fun, laughter, imaginative cultural escapes. Respect and understand other’s needs for space. Enjoy lives apart, until we come together for loving, unbridled passion and total joy, fulllment. Deserving reward for two special lovers! Reply Box 5517 Friend to Friend MAGIC Euro gent with his special magic formula would make any unhappy girl into a happy girl. Age open. Me; In 60s, reliable, tireless cuddler, slim, NS, ND, NG, TLC, ALA. Reply Box 5536 MY NAME is Lucy and I live SOR. I am young at heart, liking life and want to enjoy company, going out occasionally, especially for dinner. WLTM for coffee. Reply Box 5531 NEE June Gardener of East Fremantle, 21st birthday at Cottesloe Civic Centre, 1953, love to relive. Reply Box 5504 PROFESSIONAL clean and caring, semi-retired gent in an uncaring relationship WLTM lady, 62-72 in similar situation or single SOR, Mandurah to Bassendean with view, discrete, caring, considerate friendship/ relationship. Gent, NS, SD, GSOH. Reply Box 5530 TRY me, 57, male with diverse interests. Seeks female, up to 57. Reply Box 5515 WANTED gent, 65-75, honest, decent, loyal, NS, for a lady, 69, who loves travelling, movies, cooking, beach and most things. I’m attractive, med build, Italian decent, still looking for my soul mate SOR. Reply Box 5508 WIDOW 72, Irish, Welsh, English mix. Enjoys travel (not Asia), classic cars, movies, dining in/out, good cook, markets of all kinds, ABC radio and tv, reading, world news. Go mad! Meet for lunch and glass of wine. Reply Box 5537 Seeking a Partner ACTIVE slim lady WLTM honest gent who enjoys dancing, music, variety of interests. NS, SD, get together for coffee, chat, mid 50s. Reply Box 5535 ALIVE and kicking, gentleman, 57, n sec, scrubs up well. WLTM nice lady, NS, SD and no tattoos. Reply Box 5525 A NANA WLTM a future pops, 70+, kind, sincere, gentleman with no ties to complete family blessed with everything else, has own home, is very caring, clean, romantic and sincere, good cook, SOR, ALA. Reply Box 5521 AUSSIE guy, 65, GSOH, Christian, ethics. WLTM outgoing lady for permanent commitment. Enjoys travel, camping, gardening, movies. ALA. NS. SD. Reply Box 5529 CHINESE lady, 58, t, healthy, attractive, NS, ND, NG, DTE, SOR, TLC, easygoing, slim, WLTM healthy gent, friendship rst, possible relationship. ALA. Reply Box 5514 Friend to Friend COUNTRY ex-farm girl, 45, seeks healthy, interesting guy, similar age. I am ND, NS, educated, DTE, interested in healthy living, environmental and social justice issues, organic gardening, self sufciency, nature, love children, animals, creative, positive. Reply Box 5511 ENJOY the outdoors, walking along the beach. Lady, 67, NS, NOR, WLTM t and healthy adventurous male, up to 70, NS, for friendship/relationship. Let’s meet. Reply Box 5538 GENT 64, NS, SD, WLTM a lady for long term relationship. Enjoy week or weekends away, willing to travel to parts of Australia, spend time at home, movies, music, good times, bad times, but someone to be there. To share what I have to give and what you have to give me. Thornlie area. Call me. Coffee time. Reply Box 5527 LADY tall, 5’8”, t, NS, SD, enjoys reading, movies, wine/ dine, quiet times, lazy Sundays, good company, travel in/out Australia. WLTM outgoing, happy NS, SD, n sec, 60+ to share love, laughter. Interests; friendship, possible relationship. Let’s meet for coffee. Reply Box 5523 LADY widowed, self employed professional, WLTM gentleman, 60 to 70, who is still in the workforce. Enjoy beach, tness, dinners, weekends away. Me; healthy, DTE, NS, SD, GSOH, NOR. Let’s meet for coffee. ALA. Reply Box 5503 MALE 56, short, medium build, SOR, SD, NS, GSOH, WLTM a lady, any nationality who likes movies, going out to dinner and travel, maybe relationship if compatible, must be under 56. Reply Box 5506 Seeking a Pen Friend When replying to an entry: To reply to the advertisements in Friend to Friend nominate the reply box (the number located at the right hand bottom corner of the ad) concerned and post to: eg. Reply Box 4100 c/- Friend to Friend, PO Box 1093, West Leederville, WA 6901. (example only) Send your reply on a single sheet of paper. Place in a small envelope 11B LADY 72 seeking a genuine pen friend, a gent or lady, many interests, especially country orientated rock’n’roll and country and western music, and good conversation on paper. Give it a go please. Reply Box 5532 (measures approx. 14 x 9cm). No greeting cards or bulky items. All replies will be forwarded at the end of each month. All replies are strictly condential and are not opened. ADVERTISEMENT Andrea Mitchell MLA Your State Member for Kingsley GENT WLTM lady 70+ for friendship, relationship, travel to Europe, I am healthy, active, own my home, n sec, considerate, DTE, NS, like travelling, gardening, dining in/out. ALA. Reply Box 5513 GUY 60s, witty, 5’6”, NS, SD, WLTM lady, 50s-60s. Loves music, movies and whatever and sometimes romantic dinners. Knows how to treat a good lady. A caring man is what you always need. Photo appreciated. Reply Box 5520 LADY 55, NS, SD, enjoys walking, movies, dining, swimming, animals, quiet times. WLTM tall, genuine, loving, caring, honest man for long term relationship. ALA. Reply Box 5512 Friend to Friend Office. Unit 4, Woodvale Park Commercial Centre, 923 Whitfords Ave, Woodvale WA 6026 p. 9309 2666 f. 9309 3694 andrea.mitchell@mp.wa.gov.au @mp.wa.gov.au www.andreamitchell.com.au mitchell.com.au Authorised by B Morton, 640 Murray Street, West Perth WA 6005 Have a Go News and Contact-me.com.au offer all readers a 100% FREE membership. Easy sign up! Looking for Friendship, Travel partner, Sports partner or more, try it now. Full access all areas 100% FREE!! Register online now www.contact-me.com.au/quickregistration Download Contact-me FREE from iTunes - the over 40s dating application for Australian audiences *App is compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3rd generation), iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (5th generation) and iPad. Requires iOS 4.3 or later. ✃ A safe & secure connection service for the over 40s HAVE-A-GO NEWS No. 251 FEBRUARY 2013 At the midnight hour Scene Socially SCENE (1): At top rating Seven Perth’s 2013 Programme launch held at the Cottesloe Beach Club. SCENE (1): Pictured above, clockwise from left: Have a Go News’ Sub and Travel Editor, Jennifer Merigan - Seven Perth’s Today Tonight host Monika Kos - ‘Baby’ John Burgess - Ron ‘Dingo’ Reddingius - Seven Perth news reader Susannah Carr - Have a Go News’ Editor, Judith Treby. From left; My Kitchen Rules (MKR) 2013 contestants Andi Thomas and Josh Mouldenis, right, with “Scientist” Andrew Paton, 2012 MKR WA contender. by Anita Lancome I MISSED out on a lot being a single mum, with the sole purpose of educating and bringing up the girls singlehanded; I missed out on dating. However, those days have just ended! Still young at heart, with a lot of dreams and hopes, I ventured out onto on-line dating, at the age of 58! Never too old to nd love ... that is my motto. It was few days before Christmas, I scanned through the potential suitors - not many are interested in an older lady who just wanted friendship and a chat. Some wanted a contact number and meeting straight away and when politely refused, they just disappeared. I had only one stamp left and I invested it in writing to this tall dashing oil and gas engineer I had met on the net. He responded, stated he was leaving for Scotland for work but would write soon. Good! I shall wait for this Prince Charming who was widowed, childless and travelled the globe on different projects: like me he believed you are, “never too old for love”! It sounded too good to be true, but one must have faith! I wrote telling him about my job, my girls (no names) and my childhood and he replied that he was on the way to Scotland, how he missed his late wife and his pastor, a good friend of his, who had encouraged him to start meeting people and to love again - thus the internet dating. Hmmm, a religious man...sounds good. While shopping at Garden City, I had a call from Prince Charming, the wonderful, dashing, handsome man. David sounded quite shy and softly spoken with a strong nasal accent. He did not sound Aussie but then the 55 The Dating Game... phone reception was not that good… Through the crackling static I managed to understand that the project he was involved in was nishing and he was coming home. He said he couldn’t wait to meet me…Oh this sounds fantastic! I couldn’t wait too! Like a young girl in love, I was so happy and excited. I was dancing around whispering to myself “my prince is coming home”. This was good, because, despite a very traumatic experience with my last husband, I was still able to love, and prepared to love again. The harsh life of the last few years has not transformed me into a nasty, grumpy, bitter and suspicious woman…Life is good. David gave me his mobile number and asked me to ring him. When I rang he replied that he was deep down in the North Sea, in a radio-active room, and as it was not convenient to speak, he would ring later. A radio-active room? Why does an oil and gas company need a radioactive room deep down in the sea bed to explore oil? I need to check this out. Some of my customers are oil and gas engineers and they have not heard of a radio-active facility for drilling oil; but then they might do things differently in the North Sea…who knows? The emails were more frequent and the longing more intense, followed by more phone calls from Scotland, and SMSs; some were so romantic, I was feeling dizzy… Being in love and loved by someone is an amazing thing. I was walking on air, grinning from ear to ear, dreaming of the day of when I would welcome my prince… More SMSs arrived on Australia Day. I was working and the phone rang. It was David to say that he was at the pub watching soccer on television and he would ring me in an hour’s time when he was home. I promised to standby for his call. An hour passed, two hours, still no call. I SMSed him. “What’s happened, are you alright?” No news… another two hours passed, still no news…. What was happening? Ten hours later, the phone rang, David apologised for not ringing earlier - he was robbed at the pub in Dagenham and had to go to the police station to ll a report. “Don’t worry” he said “I was not hurt, police would be able to get the muggers as everything was recorded in the CCTV outside the pub, I will be back in Perth soon, and I will send you my itinerary”.. “Don’t worry, my sweet, I shall be home soon…” The next day, I received an email – David was very upset, his return home plan had been disrupted - police wanted him to stay back as a witness and when he went to the bank to withdraw some money, the account was frozen. Apparently the muggers were trying to withdraw $20,000 from his account; the bank in Australia has now frozen his account! He was upset, frustrated and depressed…but “don’t worry I shall sort this out and we shall see one another very soon my love.” There were more phone calls: David was missing me, he wanted to be by my side, but the police case and the bank were acting so slowly…it was frustrating. But, “Darling, my sweet, once this whole thing has been sorted out, I want to buy you some lovely presents. I am going to buy you some Victoria Secret lingerie..; I just can’t wait to see you in beautiful, soft, silky red lingerie…” I was so attered, so shy and yet an alarm bell started to ring. Why would a globetrotter be travelling round the world without travel insurance? Why wouldn’t the bank send him some emergency cash? What about all these friends he talked about - those in UK, those in US and the company who employed him; why aren’t they helping him? Why was he still stranded in UK while he had all these resources to tap into. Something is not quite right. I am going to play the game and appear to be very concerned. “Are you alright? Do you need help? I can get my friend in London to go and see you…” Pretending to be very in love, I say, “Darling I missed you, and I want you back ASAP”. The next day, there is another phone call; my prince is on the line, “I am still stranded in London, I have my friend here; and he can prove it….here I will put him on to you…” Before his friend has the chance to persuade me, I said to David, “Darling, I am very sorry you are stranded, but you have a lot of friends in London, and your company is in London; why aren’t you going to them for help? Why keep ringing me to tell me that you are not able to come home, because you have no money, what about travel insurance, surely they would send you some emergency funds. I know you are a fraud, I advise you to stop hurting people, good bye” That’s it, my one and only internet love. My charming, loving prince turned out to be one of those Nigerian scammers ... lesson learned. So much for “never too old for love”! Jon Lewis I’M PROUD to say I can now juggle. I’ve wanted to do this since I was a child and saw a little girl in my class do it. Like me she was six years old. Why have I left it this long: I am at a loss to explain? By the way, to juggle, all you do is throw a juggle ball and catch it. Then you throw two and catch and catch... now throw two and slap your thigh: this takes the place of the third throw. You are now ready for the three throws. Keep going and remember to bow when you are done. I’m having so much fun juggling and regret that I could have done so 15 years earlier if I’d known about it then, aahemmm... I do wonder why we, I, only discover some of life’s unusual and enjoyable pursuits later in life and in this case, much, much later? Juggling did not come easy to me; I had to practice constantly. Somehow I just knew if I kept going it would work out. It would click. There is a saying I respect, “Repetition turns the donkey into a professor”. I repeated the technique and then continued to repeat it ... over and over. I wonder what else we miss ‘having a go’ at in our lives, only because achievement seems so elusive. In this case, the elusiveness was a result of not knowing where to start. By luck, on holiday, I met a professional juggler who gave me a lesson for an hour. If not for “luck” and the kindness of a stranger, I would still be a ‘juggler wannabe’. In fact there is a world of “how to” out there at schools and on something called YouTube. I love juggling and I love how I can now do it better today than I could yesterday and yesteryear... So, what have you always wanted to do? Learn a language, learn to dance, play bridge or the art of origami; repair shoes, knit, change the oil in your car; the list is endless? 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