Glenorchy City Council

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Gazette
GLENORCHY
GLENORCHY CITY — WHERE IDEAS HAPPEN
WATER WASH-UP
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NOVEMBER 2009
OUT &
ABOUT
10-11
TRACK JACKPOT
Glenorchy residents
will benefit from a
funding injection of
more than $200,000
from the Federal
Government to
extend the Intercity
Cycleway.
Grow
your
own
group
VOLUNTEERS are being
sought to help establish a
community garden in the
heart of Glenorchy.
If you are keen to grow
your own vegetables but don’t
have a garden or a green
thumb, the Glenorchy Community Garden could be just
what you are looking for.
In collaboration with
local schools, Eat Well Tasmania is this month building a community garden in
the grounds of Glenorchy
Primary School.
In addition to a focus on
growing organic food, the
Glenorchy Community Garden also aims to foster friendships and promote a close knit
Taylor and Melanie tend to their patch in the Chigwell Community Garden — Full story page 18.
community, according to
Community Garden coordinator, Hannah Moloney.
“Growing food is a great
way to save money, increase
physical and mental health
and have fun,” she said.
“Community gardens pro-
vide a space for people who
are renting their homes or
don’t have backyards to grow
their own food and create a
common ground for local residents to gather.”
An adventure garden
designed for young children
will also be built alongside
the community garden.
Eat Well Grow Well’s primary focus is to foster social
and community connectedness by assisting communities to establish community gardens in Tasmania.
Mentoring ‘hubs’ will be
set up throughout Tasmania.
If you’d like to help manage or work in the Glenorchy
garden or attend how to grow
food workshops, please contact Hannah Moloney on 0418
307 294, bikemeup @gmail.com
GLENORCHY Mayor Adriana
Taylor said the money would
allow the cycleway to be extended to the Cadbury’s boundary and
from Boxhill Rd to Bilton St.
“It is terrific news to receive
the $206,000 from the Federal Government which will allow Council to achieve our goals to extend
the cycleway at a greater rate
than would otherwise have been
possible.
“The Intercity Cycleway and
the network of paths that feed
into it are very important to promote cycling for recreation and
as an alternative transport
method.
“Many people are reluctant to
cycle, if they have to compete
with traffic on our roads.
“The paths are also great to
use for walking too and general
get out and about in a safe environment.”
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COMMUNITY DIARY NOVEMBER 2009
From 10am-11am, in conjunction with Volunteering
Tasmania. For further enquiries contact Fiona on 6216
6571 (Mon-Wed 10am-3pm)
Sunday 1st November
Friday 27th November
Community based event put on by the Glenorchy Lions
Club with activities and entertainment for all ages.
Contact James Fisher on 6272 2432 or email
[email protected]
Wednesday 11th November
For school leavers who are learning to drive or have
their licence. Guest speakers, demonstrations, group
activities and a mock crash with a real rescue team.
Rosetta High School Band will perform and Moonah
Rotary Club will provide a sausage sizzle for a gold coin
donation. 11.30am-1.30pm. Contact Bill on 0408 363 849
Discover equipment that can help you complete
household tasks or make dressing and personal care
easier. See specialised products for recreation and
leisure. Occupational therapist available to offer
information and advice. Presented by the Commonwealth
Respite & Carelink Centre and the Independent Living
Centre Tasmania (ILC Tas). Free presentation includes
afternoon tea. Presentation 12.30pm-1.00, equipment on
display from 1pm-2pm. RSVP Sandra 1800 052 222
Karaoke competition each month with great prizes!
Monthly heat winners will compete for the Aurora Idol
Champion 2009 Award presented after a contest at the
Christmas dance. From 7.30pm – 10.00pm, $5 cover
charge and kiosk available. Supper provided. Please
bring a plate. Contact 6273 0916
Friday 6th November
Sunday 15th November
Glenorchy Lions Club Regatta
Montrose Bay Foreshore
School Road Safety Expo
Rosetta High School
Labor Member for Denison
If I can be of assistance to you,
your family or friends, feel
free to contact my office.
Ph: 6233 8874
The Wellingtons and the Silvertones, Acapellagu, Close
Shave and Locksmiths in an evening of smooth, close
harmony singing. Covering all chorus styles from
traditional barbershop to the sharp, funky arrangements
of recent pop classics from this truly professional
collection of male voices.
Contact the MAC on 6214 7633
Facebook Workshop
Glenorchy Library – 4 Terry Street Glenorchy
This workshop is free and will include how to join
facebook, facebook applications and the Pro’s and Con’s
of facebook. From 10am-12pm, bookings are essential
contact 6233 8666
Gazette
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is published by the Glenorchy City Council
and distributed to households and businesses
throughout the municipality. Circulation 22,500.
EDITORIAL INQUIRIES
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Monday 16th November
Moonah Multicultural Social Craft Group
Heart Beat Tasmania
Glenorchy Library Meeting Room 1
Moonah Community Centre, 17 Gormanston
Road, Moonah 10am to12.30pm.
Starts at 1.30pm, new members are welcome.
Students of Claremont College present their work in
public for the first time. Artwork in a wide variety of
media including mixed media, photography, painting,
drawing, ceramics, textiles and garment construction.
For further information contact MAC on 6214 7633
Volunteer Information Session
Volunteer Centre – Berriedale
Meeting begins at 7.00 pm with the election of office
bearers and a special guest speaker, Kristie Johnston,
who will talk about the proposal for a Hobart-Northern
Suburbs Railway. All welcome.
Group designed to support parents whose life has been
affected by the loss of a child. Free child care is available,
gold coin donations can be made. For further information
contact 6273 2362
Tuesday 24th November
Mobile Activity Centre
The Happiness Club
Goodwood Community Centre, 2 Acton Crescent
From 12.30pm to 2.00pm, includes fun, social and supper
presented by The Salvation Army Community Aged Care.
RSVP to 6278 3256
25th November – 10th December
A Common Thread 4
Moonah Arts Centre – 65 Hopkins St, Moonah
This exhibition of artwork from clients of the Arts
programs of Life without Barriers and Cosmos Recreation
Services incorporates International Day of Disability and
celebrates the artwork of people with disability. The
exhibition also celebrates the excellent work done by the
creative and dedicated tutors. For further information
contact MAC 6214 7633
TELL US WHEN WE CAN DO BETTER
we can look at ways to
improve the way we do
our work.
ALL COMPLAINTS
ARE TREATED
CONFIDENTIALLY
If you have something to
tell us, please call or
write to:
Customer Service
Contact Officer
PO Box 103 Glenorchy
7010
PH: 1800 422 999
VACCINES AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE:
Triple Antigen (T.A.), Sabin (Oral Polio Vaccine), Measles/Mumps/Rubella, Comvax (Hib
and Hep B.), Meningococcal, Boosterix (Adult Tetanus), Pneumococcal (infant), Influenza
(over 65 years old), Pneumococcal (over 65 years old).
VACCINES AVAILABLE AT COST:
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Combined Hepatitis A and B, ADT (Adult Diptheria and Tenatus,
Chicken Pox, Adult Meningococcal.
For further information telephone the Council’s
Environmental Health Office on 6216 6797.
tities, up to a maximum of 20 litres
or 20 kilograms per item.
An information brochure explaining the ChemSafe Homes Tasmania
program will be distributed to every
household over the next few weeks.
The ‘ChemSafe Homes Tasmania’ program is part of the Tasmanian Household Hazardous Waste Collection Project.
This is a joint project between
Social and Walking group
Meet at various locations at 10.30 am each Saturday. All
levels of fitness, age and ability welcome. Phone June on
6273 3055 for further details.
Does your organisation have
an event coming up in
Glenorchy that you would
like listed on the monthly
Events Calendar?
Please contact us using the
email address above.
Weekly garbage collection services are
available for Glenorchy Residents.
For residents who prefer a weekly garbage collection service,
the Council has a special residents arrangement* with Veolia
Environmental Services to collect your wheelie bin from your property
on alternate weeks, separate to the standard Council fortnightly
service. This arrrangements attracts an additional charge payable
direct to Veolia Environmental Services.
This effectively provides a weekly collection service
for those residents who wish to have a weekly collection service.
For more information on this service, please contact Veolia
direct on 6244 0000 and they will provide you with all the details.
* Only available to standard service of 140 litre bin.
Not available for commerical collections.
the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and
the Environment, the Local Government Association of Tasmania
and three regional bodies – the Southern Waste Strategy Authority, the
Cradle Coast Waste Management
Group and the Northern Tasmania
Regional Waste Management Group.
More information about the
ChemSafe Homes Tasmania program, including drop-off times and
what will be accepted at drop-off
sites can be found by visiting the
LGAT website: www.lgat.tas.gov.au
Recruitment
session for
volunteers
THE Glenorchy Volunteer
Centre is holding an information session for potential volunteers on Wednesday November 11.
The Glenorchy Volunteer Centre is a service
offered by the Glenorchy
City Council to help place
volunteers with community organisations.
Coordinator of Volunteers, Fiona Butler, says
the session will provide
information about the benefits of volunteering, volunteering opportunities
and volunteer rights.
“The benefits to the
community of volunteering are enormous and we
can help match an individual volunteer with a
group or activity that they
will feel comfortable with
and enjoy,” Fiona said.
Tortoise Club
IMMUNISATION SCHEDULE
November 11, December 9
explosives and chemicals from commercial business.
Residents are asked to drive to
the Derwent Entertainment Centre
on the day, follow the directions and
stay in their vehicle as the collector on site will assist in removing
the products. Chemicals collected
will be reused, recycled or treated
appropriately.
They will accept household quan-
Free Fun for Young People
Glenorchy Eady St Oval (upper oval)
Wednesday 3pm - 4.45pm
Chigwell Bucaan Community House
Thursday 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Benjafield Park Moonah Friday 4pm – 6pm
Goodwood Giblin’s Reserve
Saturday noon to 2pm (From November 7th)
3pm to 5pm (If raining come to the community centre for
movies, games and more!
FREE BBQ! For further information contact 6216 6770
2009
Immunisation sessions are held in the
Glenorchy Civic Centre between 2.00pm and 3.00pm
on the following Wednesdays.
Entertainment Centre on Saturday
28th November.
Chemicals accepted at the dropoff include most garden, kitchen,
laundry, shed and garage chemicals,
along with different types of fuels,
oils, lubricants, paints, thinner, solvents and poisons. Drop-off sites will
NOT accept products such as motor
oil, farm chemicals, fire extinguishers, asbestos, ammunition and
West Moonah Community House
130 Springfield Avenue, West Moonah
Claremont Progress Association AGM
Claremont RSL
www.infoline.tas.gov.au or [email protected]
We want to hear your
complaints and any ideas
about how we could do
better. We need to hear
from you when the
service we provide is not
up to standard.
We need your input so
Councils in waste drop-off scheme
A new all male walking group. Suitable for men of all
ages who are looking for an easy exercise activity. Walk
for an hour each week on a flat path or track and meet for
a cup of tea and plan next walk. Walks are year round in
all weather. Meet 10am Thursday Glenorchy Community
Health Centre. Register with Paul on 6233 8727
Grieving Parents Support Group
Monday 23rd November
LOCAL councils have teamed up
with the State Government to help
Tasmanians remove potentially dangerous unwanted and out-of-date
chemical products from their homes.
A new ChemSafe Homes Tasmania program provides a chance for
all Tasmanians to help make their
home hazard free by cleaning out
their household chemical clutter
and safely disposing them at designated drop-off points across the State.
There will be ten drop-off days
around Tasmania each year, with
the first to be held at the Derwent
Glenorchy Community Health Centre, 2 Terry St
Tuesday 24th November
Claremont College Annual Exhibition
Moonah Arts Centre, 65 Hopkins St, Moonah
GLENORCHY
Men on the Move
Meeting starting at 10.30am followed by a light
luncheon. For further information contact 6247 1035
11th – 20th November
GLENORCHY
Tasmanian Visually Impaired Children’s Support Group
Inc (TAS VIC Inc) takes the opportunity to extend an
invitation to families who have a child who is either
vision impaired or blind to family BBQ. Come and enjoy
an afternoon out in the park, BBQ will be supplied FREE
along with soft drinks. Meet other families of vision
impaired and blind children. Contact Tas Vic secretary on
6273 3275 to RSVP
Picnic at the Park
Cooinda Park, Springfield Avenue
Commencing at 10.30am come and enjoy Classic Car
Show, Trash & Treasure Stalls, Entertainment and
Children’s Activities. For further information contact
Robyn Midson on 6249 2577 or email
[email protected]
ONLY AT
Entries close November 13 with the following events on
offer: Men’s & Ladies Open Singles, Mixed Open
Doubles, Graded events for Men’s and Ladies Doubles
and a Mixed C Grade event. Spectators welcome. Food
and drinks available for purchase. BBQ Saturday night.
Call Kylie Clark on 0439 492750. To register online, visit
http://tournaments.tennis.com.au/
Australian Retired Persons Association (Tas)
AGM, Rosny Library
Trash to Treasure – Classic Car Show
Claremont Recreation Area (Box Hill Road)
Come in and experience
Telstra’s new netbook
with embedded
next G network.
Be online in more places
McKay Timber Glenorchy Open Tournament 2009
Glenorchy Tennis Club, Alcorso Drive.
Saturday 7th November
Sunday 8th November
(my) laptop has arrived
27th – 29th November
Meet new people and share your craft skills. Group
brings together women in order to exchange craft skills,
socialise and make friends. Learn basic craft such as
knitting, crocheting and sewing as well as multicultural
crafts. Sessions November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and
December 1st . You don’t have to attend all sessions –
come to one or come to them all.
A Pre Armistice Day celebration will be held at Cooinda
Park at 12 Noon. Bring your own picnic along and join in
the residents’ get together, there will be fun games for
the whole family. Contact 6272 6535
353 Main Rd
Glenorchy
7010
“Assistive Equipment Display”
Community Based Support South,
24 Sunderland St, Moonah
Tas Vic Inc Family BBQ
Tolosa Park Reserve – Hut 2
Hobart Men’s Barbershop Harmony Club
Barbershop at Moonah
Friday 6th November
GRAEME STURGES MP
Aurora Friday Night Karaoke Disco /Christmas
Dance, Kensington St Hall
Chemical interaction plan
Mayor Adriana Taylor and Cerebral Palsy Tasmania CEO Kevin Kreiner, left, pay tribute to Maurice and Betty Pearce.
Lifetime of care gets its award
CEREBRAL Palsy Tasmania has paid tribute to
Betty and Maurice Pearce
for their contribution to
the organisation over 47
years.
They were special
guests recently at a BBQ
at Tolosa Park where they
were honoured with a Certificate of Recognition.
Betty and Maurice
helped establish the Spastic Children’s Treatment
Fund in 1962, when there
was minimal specialised
equipment available for
children with cerebral
palsy and the parents of
the children were forced
to make the equipment
themselves.
The Spastic Children’s
Treatment Fund became
the Tasmanian Spastics
Association, then later
changing to its present
title of Cerebral Palsy
Tasmania.
Maurice
Pearce served on the
Board of Management for
20 years, some of those
years as Chair and ViceChair.
Betty and Maurice
have lost count of the
amount of monies they
have raised for Cerebral
Palsy Tasmania over their
many decades of service.
Tenacity was at the forefront of the fundraising
with their son, Ald David
Pearce, recalling his
Mother and younger
brother sitting at a table
in the City selling raffle
tickets in the snow.
Their support for children with a disability
went far beyond supporting cerebral palsy,
over the years opening
their home to care for
many children with disabilities.
Betty Pearce had a
career as a volunteer
teacher’s aide at the D’Alton School, Wingfield,
which was a school for
children with physical
disabilities. Betty and
Maurice were also closely involved in the Wingfield Parents and Friends
Association which for 20
years ran the “Miss Wingfield” contest as an
entrant for the Miss Tasmania Quest.
Ald David Pearce has
also been recognised for
his contribution receiving the Distinguished Service Award (Medal) from
Cerebral Palsy Australia.
David has been instrumental in the implementation of policies and practices which advance
justice, rights and access
for Australians with a dis-
ability and has advocated on behalf of Australians
with a disability so as to
significantly raise their
profile and status within
society.
“In addition to doing
good for the community,
volunteering provides
opportunities for personal
growth, teamwork, making new friends and a sense
of achievement.”
The Volunteer Centre
works with about 30 community organisations.
Volunteer roles include
lawn mowing, gardening,
driving and visiting, assisting with shopping, computer use, child care, office
duties, school classroom
help and many other areas.
“We encourage any one
thinking of volunteering
to come along,” Fiona said.
Details — 10 am – 11 am,
Wednesday November 11,
Glenorchy Volunteer Centre, 631 Main Rd,
Berriedale. Register by
calling 6214 4571.
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POLICE report
Divisional Inspector
JOHN ARNOLD
INTRODUCING CONSTABLE ASTRO
Don't throw the past away
You might need it some rainy day
Dreams can come true again
When everything old is new again
Safer Communities Committee
THE boy from Oz and
one-time husband of
Liza Minnelli who made
pineapples, canastas
and trips to Rio fashionable accessories of
the 1970s, certainly
penned some memorable tunes in his short
but eventful 48 years.
I don’t know about
you, but I enjoy nothing more than tying a
knot in the front of my
Hawaiian shirt and
prancing around the
house in white pants
doing the hoovering,
Peter Allen Style.
One of the interesting things about Peter
Allen, was the way that
a lot of his work was
more successful for
other people.
Olivia Newton-John
(“I Honestly Love
You”), Rita Coolidge
(“I’d Rather Leave
While I’m in Love”),
Melissa Manchester
(“Don’t Cry Out Loud)
and even Pablo Cruise
had a hit in the States
with “I go to Rio”.
He was indeed the
epitome of lyrical re-
SMOKE ALARMS
cycling. As Peter suggests in his own lyrics,
everything that is old
can become new again.
Let us consider this
concept of old becoming new by way of
anime.
The first Japanese
television series that
embodied the aesthetic that later became
familiar to the world as
anime, was a little
robot-child known as
Astro Boy.
Astro first appeared
in comic in 1952 and
later as cartoon in 1980
and then 2003. The 2009
version of Astro Boy is
of course the new computer
generated
imagery hitting the big
screen this summer.
This most recent
manifestation of Astro
Boy is based upon the
original idea but has
been tricked up with
technology and contemporary research
concerning developments in what the kids
of today want, compared with the Richie,
Potsy and Ralph of 1952.
Celebrate Tasmania
on Sunday 8 November
Taroona Community
sausage sizzle
Taroona Beach
Opening of Balmoral Park
Balmoral Park, Balmoral
Road, Kingston Beach
Lions Clubs
Family Fun Day
Parliament House Lawns,
Hobart
Sorell Mens Shed
Open Day
Sorell Mens Shed,
Station Lane, Sorell
Early Support for
Parents 20th Birthday
‘Party in the Park’
St Davids Park, Hobart
Celebrating Tasmania
in the Channel
Brookfield Vineyard,
Margate
Pride of Workmanship’
Awards evening
Nubeena RSL Club
Honouring our volunteers
on Tasmania Day
Callington Park, Oatlands
Huon Valley Celebrate
Tasmania Day
PCYC – Huonville
Salamanca Community
Sport and Recreation Expo
Sandy Bay Regatta
Grounds/Boat Park
Tasmania Day Fun Run
Start at Burtons Reserve,
Cygnet
Luncheon to
celebrate volunteers
Risdon Vale Hall
Lions Volunteers display
and sausage sizzle
Sorell Market, Memorial
Hall Site, Cole Street, Sorell
Family Fun Day
Montrose Park
Port Arthur/
Tasmania Day
Port Arthur Historic Site
Theatre Royal Open Day
Theatre Royal, Campbell
Street, Hobart
Find out more visit www.celebratetasmaniaday.com.au
Les Gregson presents the RV Friendly sign to Mayor, Adriana Taylor.
Happy campers give
city seal of approval
GLENORCHY tourism is expected
to reap benefits after being
declared an RV Friendly Town by
the Campervan and Motorhome
Club of Australia (CMCA).
The qualification is expected to
boost the number of mobile
tourists visiting the City, as they
know they will be welcomed and
provided with a high standard of
RV tourist specific amenities.
Glenorchy had to meet stringent
criteria to be declared an RV
Friendly Town including access to
medical facilities, shopping
areas, a dump point, appropriate
parking and a vehicle service
centre. RV Friendly Towns are
promoted on the CMCA website.
Knowing that people would receive
separate water and sewerage bills from
Southern Water this year, Glenorchy City
Council has removed the entire cost of
water and sewerage from its annual rates
bill for 2009/10. Glenorchy City Council
has kept its general rates rise to an
absolute minimum because we recognise
that any increase is difficult for many
residents at these times.
Seniors and Carers Week
I had the opportunity to take part in a
number of events during Seniors Week
from barbeques to sports, and sincerely
thank all the organisations who
constantly provide an ongoing and
growing range of educational, social and
recreational activities for our older
residents.
Carers week was also celebrated in
October. Did you know that 69,000
people in Tasmania provide care for
members of their families or the wider
community? They not only try to provide
the best care, they also save the
Government many millions of dollars
each year.
Sure made a Show of it ...
At this time of the year, there is a
lot to do in and around Glenorchy
with the spring racing events and
the Royal Hobart Show. These
events continue to be very popular
and the improving weather brings
people into the city from around
Hobart and beyond.
Exciting Sports Opportunities for Girls
On October 11 Glenorchy city Council
and Women’s Sport and Recreation
Tasmania organized a very successful
“Girls Come and Try Day” at Berriedale
Reserve.
The aim of the day was to give girls
the opportunity to try out some 14
different sports and to encourage them
to take up some of those activities this
summer. Sports organised for the day
included futsal, orienteering, BMX,
softball, cricket, tennis, bowls,
athletics and canoeing.
While the day was a success,
we would have liked to have
seen more young women come
along and join in. The good
news is that there are ongoing
opportunities!
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FOR ELIGIBLE
PENSIONERS*
Thankyou to Southern
Tasmania wildlife care
volunteers
Richmond Hall,
Bridge Street, Richmond
Tasmania Day outdoor
film festival
Anzac Memorial Park,
Pontville
which was then a military colour.
The officers were
also armed only with a
wooden truncheon and
a rattle to signal the
need for assistance.
The tools of the trade
– the wooden truncheon
and the rattle – have
evolved into an expandable, steel baton and a
complex digital radio
system.
Constable
Astro still patrols the
beat as Sir Robert
intended, but in 2009 he
is supported by computer generated data
trend and activity
charts, historical analysis and sophisticated
vehicles with GPS and
mapping capabilities.
And while we are
still working on the cool
flying stuff with flames
that come out of your
feet, Constable Astro
maintains the essence
of the Peelian principles so we can all be
proud to Still Call Australia Home.
Glenorchy City
Council has kept its
general rates rise to
an absolute
minimum because
we recognise that
any increase is
difficult for many
residents.
The information provided to us during
the water and sewerage reform process
indicates that your 2009/10 water and
sewerage bill from Southern Water should
only be around 5% higher than it was
last year in 2008/09 when you were still
being billed by the Council. The best
way to check this is to pull out your
Council rates notice for last year, which
clearly identified the component that
applied to water and sewerage.
Carers, however, often do not take
good care of themselves. Carers Tasmania
and locally, the Glenorchy Carers Support
Group try to assist carers to do that
better. They are open for business. If you
provide care for someone, why not
contact them and let them make life a
little easier for you.
This all brings a good vibe to the
city and I hope that everyone got
the chance to get out and enjoy
the show this year.
Don’t forget the old saying – now
that the Show is over, it’s time to
plant those tomatoes!
The Tasmanian Cricket Association
and the Glenorchy Cricket Club are
looking for young women cricket
players. This year, for the first time,
Tasmania is part of the national league
and the clubs are receiving funding to
foster new players.
As a result, this really is a great
opportunity for girls and young women
to get in on the ground floor of a
growing sport at minimal cost to
themselves and their families.
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Local government councils and not-for-profit, incorporated,
community organisations can apply for funding from the
Community Development
Grants Program
AudioClinic Tasmania provides a
regular service to Glenorchy residents.
PLEASE CONTACT MY OFFICE FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
Audiologist, Hearing Tests, Hearing Aid Fittings
CONTACT
6234 5585 FOR ENQUIRIES
*conditions apply
MP
Labor Member for Denison
The grants program will open on 24 October
and close on 30 November 2009.
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Lindisfarne Village Fair
Beltana Park and
Lindisfarne Citizens
Activity Centre, Lincoln
Street, Lindisfarne
• alarm in each bedroom, hallway
& living areas
• Test alarms monthly
• Vacuum dust from alarms every
6 months
• Replace batteries once a year replace batteries now!
• Smoke alarms should be
supported by a home fire escape
plan
The successful transition from television
to big screen of other
hits such as Lost in
Space, Teenage Mutant
Ninja Turtles, The Fantastic Four, Batman,
Superman, The Spirit
and The Incredible Hulk
have movie people
clambering for popular
old characters to transform into the commercial successes of today.
Modern policing
developed from the
vision of Sir Robert (the
police are the public,
and the public are the
police) Peel of the English 19th century Metropolitan Police who
created the old that we
have now interpreted
into the new.
Peel’s police evolved
from unpaid, poorly
trained volunteers to
well paid constables
protected by law.
To appear neutral,
their uniform was deliberately manufactured
in blue, rather than red
All residents would have now received
their bills from Southern Water for water
and sewerage services.
I understand that some people are
concerned over the size of the bills and
that they have such a short time to pay
them. If you do have concerns in
relation to your water and sewerage bill I
would encourage you to give Southern
Water a call on 136992.
SAFETY TIP
— Peter Allen (10 February 1944 – 18 June 1992)
MAYOR’S message
Water bills cause for concern
Adriana Taylor
Mayor of Glenorchy
P: 6214 4811 F: 6233 9091 E: [email protected]
Fresh funding to maker cracker track
From page 1
Ald Taylor said Council is committed to continuing to expand the
network of cycling tracks into the
future.
The Intercity Cycleway is a part
of a broader strategy by Councils in
Greater Hobart to encourage cycling.
Federal Infrastructure, Transport,
Regional Development and Local Government Minister Anthony Albanese,
made the funding announcement in
Claremont on National Ride to Work
Day.
The money will match spending
budgeted by Glenorchy City Council
for this year to extend the cycleway
beyond its current end point at Claremont.
The funding has been made available through the Federal Government’s $40 million National Bike Paths
Projects, in an initiative secured by
the Australian Greens as part of Government’s Economic Stimulus Plan.
“The projects ... will encourage
healthier lifestyles amongst residents
and create more sustainable communities,” Mr Albanese said.
“By building better cycling infrastructure, we are also helping take
cars off Tasmanian roads and reducing
carbon emissions over the longer
term.”
Mayor Taylor discusses the cycleway project with Minister Albanese and Senators Bob Brown and Christine Milne.
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ASSISTANCE?
Then contact
your full-time
Alderman
DAVID PEARCE OAM
Ph: 6273 1150
Fax: 6273 1150
0418 731 151
Email: [email protected]
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A group for mums, and mums-to-be
under 20 years and their babies!
Take time out • Have fun
Make new friends • Talk to other young
mums • Information and interesting
activities • Outings • Chat to community
health workers
Time: Mondays 12.30-2pm
Date: 21st Sep – 30th Nov 2009
Voices
raised on
tranpsort
issues
A COMMUNITY forum is
being held to consider the
future of public transport
in Glenorchy and Southern Tasmania.
The Our Island Our
Voices forum will be held
at the Glenorchy Civic
Centre on Tuesday, the
3rd of November starting
at 6.30pm.
On the night different
options for improving
public transport in Southern Tasmania will be considered including presentations on light rail,
bus lanes, bike lanes and
park and ride services.
The forum will focus
on the important transport link between the
Glenorchy and Hobart
CBDs.
All are welcome. Further information at
www.ourisland.tas
coss.org.au
Show of support for
decades of solid effort
THERE were smiles all
round when 41 Tasmanians were recognised for
their long-standing support for Australian Disability Enterprises at a
ceremony in Glenorchy
recently.
Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and
Children’s Services, Bill
Shorten presented Certificates of Service to supported employees of Oak
Tasmania to mark their
30 years and 40 years of
service in an Australian
Disability Enterprise
(ADE).
Oak Tasmania CEO
John Paton said all of the
supported employees
recognised had been
employed at one of five
Australian Disability
Enterprises run by Oak
Tasmania – the State’s
largest employer of people with a disability.
“Oak Tasmania provides meaningful work
opportunities and certificate-based training and
support for 141 Tasmanians with disability, and
we have been providing
these opportunities to Tasmanians since 1953,” John
said.
Primary
ugrade
finished
Red Cross Shop volunteers Denise Award, Jo Knott, Christine Connelly and Kathy Prince joined the shop’s fifth anniversary celebrations.
Fifth birthday a red-letter occasion
THE Glenorchy Red Cross Shop
had over 700,000 reasons to celebrate its fifth birthday recently, with the shop in Main Road
raising over $770,000 since its
opening.
The celebration was an opportunity to celebrate the Red Cross
Shop’s hard-working volunteers
and loyal customers, as well as
welcoming new customers into
the store.
Red Cross shops stock a large
range of high quality donated
clothing and accessories. Funds
raised by the Glenorchy Shop
help fund local Red Cross services
such as support during disasters,
emergency accommodation and
aged-care programs.
Red Cross shops rely on the
support of volunteers. The
Glenorchy Red Cross shop is
grateful for the support of all
our dedicated volunteers who
have regularly contributed their
time to ensure the store’s success.
To snap up a bargain or to
inquire about working as a retail
volunteer contact the shop on 03
6273 6814.
New Australian Hearing
centre in Glenorchy
Australian Hearing Glenorchy is located at:
Shop 62 Northgate Shopping Centre
387-391 Main Road Glenorchy.
Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children’s Services, Bill Shorten MP, (centre) with Oak Tasmania’s
dedicated long-serving employees.
“Our supported employees contribute significantly to the success of
our five Australian Business Enterprises that operate in the commercial
market just like any other
business.
“We are indeed fortunate to employ loyal and
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long-serving employees
who take immense pride
in their work.”
Three of Oak Tasmania’s five Australian Disability Enterprises are
located in Glenorchy:
Walkabout Industries, Oak
Sewing Services and Mailhouse Tasmania.
Completing the broad
range of businesses operated by Oak Tasmania are
Tahune Fields Nursery at
Lucaston, and Oakdale
Industries in Warrane.
“Oak Tasmania’s business enterprises contributed more than 60%
to the organisation’s total
revenue in 2008; with the
State Government and
Australian Government
providing 19% and 16% of
total revenue, respectively,” John said.
The Australian Government Department of
Families, Housing, Community Services and
Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) funds Australian Disability Enterprises to
assist with the cost of supporting people with moderate to severe disability
in employment.
Oak
Tasmania
employs 141 supported
employees and 112 able-
We offer:
• Free hearing screenings and hearing aid trials*
bodied staff in Tasmania,
has a turnover of approximately $12m, and is a
non-profit, charitable
organisation that also
relies on grants and donations to support the provision of services to Tasmanians
with
a
disability.
• On site technical repairs
• Clinicians on site daily
• Customer service staff available 5 days a week.
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Phone 6273 9178.
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digital hearing devices to eligible pensioners
and most war veterans.
For more information call 131 797 or visit
www.hearing.com.au.
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A $3.2 MILLION redevelopment has been completed at Goodwood Primary.
The joint Australian
and State Government
redevelopment featured
the co-location of a mainstream school, Goodwood
Primary with the Timsbury Special School.
The redevelopment of
both schools includes new
classrooms with smartboards and other ICT
facilities, computer lab,
library, new kitchen
designed to support students with disabilities,
multi-purpose/lunch
room, upgraded toilets,
carparking and fencing.
In addition, new playground equipment was
installed designed specifically with the needs of
Timsbury School students in mind.”
The two schools will
undergo further redevelopment of their
music room, library and
general purpose hall
including landscaping
work following $1.225m
in Building the Education Revolution (BER)
funding,
Premier and Education Minister, David
Bartlett, said that plans
for a third school – a Big
Picture School – on the
Goodwood Primary site
at the beginning of the
2010 school year was
another positive development.
The $1.35 million Big
Picture School, is funded by the State Government and will be the first
of its kind in Australia.
“These schools recognise that learning doesn’t only take place in
schools,” Mr Bartlett
said.
“Students will work
on challenging and relevant projects and programs in and out of
school, so Hobart’s
northern suburbs are
really leading the way
here.”
Scholarships for uni-bound five
FIVE Glenorchy students
have been awarded scholarships valued at $1,000 each to
assist their studies at the
University of Tasmania.
Glenorchy Mayor Adriana Taylor was at Claremont
College on Wednesday 14
October to present scholarship cheques to recipients of
the fourth annual Glenorchy
City Council UTAS Scholarships.
This year’s recipients
were Alisha Edmundson,
Andrew Jones, Dylan Moores,
Nikki Seabourne and Lindsay Wells.
The Glenorchy City Council UTAS Scholarships are a
practical expression of the
Council’s strong commitment to increasing participation in higher education
in the City of Glenorchy.
They are awarded to former Claremont College students in their first year at
UTAS, and recognise their
effort and achievement in
their first year at UTAS.
“This scholarship will offer
me a chance to ease the financial burden that almost
stopped my mother and
myself from fulfilling my
dream,” said Dylan.
“I will be concentrating
on humanitarian law and this
scholarship will greatly ease
the financial debt that comes
with this course of study.”
Lindsay agrees that the
scholarship will help with
study expenses.
“Being a computing student, it is expected that I keep
my computer software and
hardware at home up to date
and this can be quite costly,”
said Lindsay.
The students are further
supported through the Claremont College UTAS Project,
which raises awareness of the
value of continuing on to
higher education study
among students, staff, parents, and members of the College community.
When students finish at
Claremont College and enrol
at UTAS, the College continues to support them as
university students. Students
can access scholarship opportunities, mentoring programs, and a fully-equipped
study room.
The room is specifically
for the use of former Claremont College students now
at UTAS, and has research
and study materials, high
speed computers and a photocopier.
In addition, College staff
continue to provide support
as requested and one staff
member is available on campus at UTAS one day a week
to provide specialist support
and advice for former students.
Concert
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Tues, Thur, Friday – School Terms
9am – noon 12.30pm – 3.30pm
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The White’s Real Estate team celebrates the Moonah-based firm’s 40 years in business.
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PROFESSIONALS White’s Real
Estate has been a family run business for 40 years and is known as
the Moonah experts with a personal touch.
Family owned Professionals
White’s Real Estate recently celebrated their 40th anniversary.
Starting out as a single desk in
a tiny office opposite Ogilvie High
School, Professionals White’s Real
Estate was established in 1969 by
Bing White and his wife Veronica.
Bing saw Hobart’s outer suburbs growing and had the vision of
a locally based real estate office
that would specialise in a community area.
“Dad (Bing) always saw the
value in being a genuine real estate
consultant who treated every vendor, landlord and tenant as though
they were part of the family,” said
Director, Charmaine White.
“We are so proud that after 40
years we are still the longest established real estate office in the northern suburbs.”
Professionals White’s Real
Estate quickly grew after its establishment and moved to an old bank
at 116 Main Road Moonah, later
relocating again to their current
premises in the old tram sheds at
21 Main Road, Moonah.
In 1987, Bing and Veronica’s eldest daughter, Charmaine, joined
the business as a Sales Consultant.
Soon after that their son, Bernie
White also joined Professionals
White’s Real Estate putting the
second generation at the forefront
of the business.
Charmaine successfully held
the reins of Professionals White’s
Real Estate for 17 years and has
now handed over the management
to Bernie who is continuing to run
the business with the same family
values.
Professionals White’s Real
Estate plans to continue the family tradition of expert knowledge
around the Moonah and Northern
suburbs area.
“We are continuing to invest
our energy in the commercial and
residential real estate around
Hobart, achieving fantastic results
for our clients in the property management and sales aspect of the
business,” Bernie said.
The family joined with the
employees, long standing clients
and suppliers last month to celebrate their 40 year achievement.
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9th November – 10th December
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Spine injury respite centre
PEOPLE recovering from
spinal cord injuries and
related physical disabilities, who are dependent on
wheelchairs for their
mobility, now have access
to short term respite units
in Glenorchy.
The construction of the
‘Glenn Moore’ units realises a 20 year vision for Glenn
Moore, who is the longest
serving
member
of
ParaQuad Tas Inc.
A warehouse on the
association’s premises at
26-28 Tolosa St, Glenorchy,
has been converted into
two spacious units that
have been custom built for
people in wheelchairs.
ParaQuad Tas Chairman, Scott Shaw, said the
units provide accommodation for people recover-
ing from spinal injuries
while their own homes are
being modified for wheelchairs and for respite care.
The units will also be available for people who just
want to enjoy a short ‘holiday away from home’.
The units each have a
large open living area
(including kitchen), two
spacious bedrooms and
large well appointed bathrooms. The units can sleep
4-6 people and we are confident families will find
them very comfortable.
They are within short
wheeling distance from
the main shopping area of
Glenorchy.
For people, who have
recently acquired a spinal
cord injury and are returning to Tasmania from hos-
pital in Melbourne, it is a
steep learning curve for
their families as well as
themselves. These units
are part of the support
ParaQuad Tas. can provide
to show them how their
own homes can be modified to suit their needs.
“There is a huge shortage of transitional and
respite accommodation
for people with physical
disabilities in Tasmania,”
Scott said.
The units are available
for rent for periods of up
to three months.
For further information contact the ParaQuad
Tas. on Ph: 6272 8816, email:
[email protected] or visit the website www. paraquadtas.
org.au
THE Glenorchy City Concert Brass won the A Grade
and D Grade sections at
the Tasmanian State Band
Championships in Burnie
last month.
The A Grade band had
a competitor for the first
time with Hobart City
fielding an A grade band.
Member Noel Hunt said
the band normally had to
go national to get a competitor.
“It was a great effort to
win in this competitive
environment given that
the band has been through
a bit of a rebuild with nine
new players coming into
the ranks this year,” Noel
said.
The D grade band is the
Glenorchy Community
Band, with mainly junior
players.
“Their win was very
convincing,” Noel said.
What's on this week
Monday Night’s Schnitzel Night
Buy 1 main meal and get the second for just $7
A Chicken or Beef Schnitzel with chips
for only $10.00 or turn it into a Parma for $13.00
7 DAYS A WEEK LUNCH AND DINNER
– INCLUDES ANYTHING ON THE MENU
Tuesday Night’s Steak Night
Not in conjunction with any other offer. Bookings essential.
A massive Rump Steak and chips for only $10.00
That’s Crazy
Thursday Night is Krazy Karaoke with DJ Daz Great prizes come
and show us your stuf
Dunsby boss
of the watch
NEIGHBOURHOOD Watch
Tasmania Inc has elected
a new state President,
Glenorchy’s Jan Dunsby.
Jan was co-ordinator of
Dowsing Pt Community
Centre from 1993-2003 and
has been involved with
Glenorchy City Council's
Precinct Program since
2000.
“Neighbourhood Watch
in Tasmania faces many
challenges, but I believe it
has a strong future,” she
said.
“Groups around Tasmania have helped Tasmania Police to reduce crime
levels in many areas.”
A great place for families
Wednesday Night is Parma Night.
A Beef or Chicken Parma with chips for $12.00
Rod’s Thursday Night Draw
Friday Night
Plus the big Jokers Jackpot Every Thursday.
$150 prize money Jackpots by $50 every week until someone wins!!!
Free bar snacks in the public bar from 5pm
Supa Saturday night with Heart 107.3FM’s
Brett Marley from 8
FREE BAR SNACKS
till late
EVER WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY at 5.30pm
$10 LUNCH
at the Carlyle
Monday to Thursday
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GLENORCHY GAZETTE, NOVEMBER 2009— 11
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provide visitors with an exceptional setting.
This area was a popular
retreat for Hobart citizens to
visit in the 1920’s and enjoy Sunday afternoons at the Lavender Tea Gardens in Harbinger
Lane.
The bay near Austins Ferry
Yacht Club is a popular boat
launching and sailing area with
views across to Old Beach.
Begin your walk at historic
James Austin’s Cottage.
Follow Austins Ferry Road
and turn left into Harbinger
Lane. Continue to Weston Park
stone steps that take you onto
Shoobridge Park.
The walk is 1km return and
graded as easy. Nearby Roseneath Park provides public toilets.
With the weather warming up, there is no better time to shrug off your
winter blues by getting out into Glenorchy’s many parks and reserves.
Enjoy the views, stretch your legs or get on your bike and get your blood
pumping. Discover Glenorchy’s hidden gems or revisit your favourite
outdoor haunts. There is something for all interests and abilities in your
beautiful City, and what’s more it is free.
Glenorchy Mountain
Bike Park [3]
The Glenorchy Mountain
Bike Park includes Cross Country, Downhill, Mountain Cross,
Dirt Jumps and Northshore
tracks. Designed by world
renowned course designer, Glen
Jacobs, the park provides mountain bike riding opportunities
for all skill levels, including
‘extreme’ riders.
The local mountain bike
club also hosts occasional
local races at the park –
check www. dirtdevilsmtb
.com for details.
The park is located at the
top end of Tolosa Street – just
past Tolosa Park. The gate
remains locked for security reasons – however you may push
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your bike through the space
provided on either side of the
gate. The park is only a few hundred metres past the gate.
A word of caution: many of
the tracks contain ‘extreme’
drops.
Montrose Foreshore
Community Park [4]
Montrose Foreshore Community Park is ideal for a family outing, with wonderful views
of the river and distant mountain ranges on both sides of the
river. Facilities include public toilets, accessible playground, Barbeque facilities,
cycle path and kite flying area.
For a pleasant 3 km family
walk, begin at the area near
Montrose Bay Yacht Club at
Foreshore Road. The trail is
clearly defined and runs along
the foreshore in the direction
of the Derwent Entertainment
Centre. Follow the trail to the
Centre, turn around and continue back to the recreation
area. This walk is fully accessible.
Gould’s Lagoon [2]
Goulds Lagoon was designated as a wildlife sanctuary
in 1938 at the request of the then
owner Arthur Gould.
Goulds Lagoon is a particularly important refuge for
water birds which use the area
for resting, feeding and breeding.
Enjoy a walk around the
Lagoon edge beginning at Hestercombe Road parking area.
Why not take your binoculars?
A special feature of this walk
is a bird hide (wheel chair accessible), which provides an ideal
vantage point to bird watch.
Plan your walk for early morning or late afternoon when the
beautiful bird life is at its best.
Further information
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Poimena Reserve [5]
Sited on top of a small hill
in Austins Ferry adjacent to
Roseneath Rivulet, Poimena
Reserve offers commanding
views of the Derwent River to
the east and Mount Wellington
to the West.
Poimena Reserve contains
a mix of native white gum,
peppermint and blue gum
woodland and managed parkland.
There are a couple of easymedium grade bush walks that
can be done at Poimena
Reserve ranging from 1-2 kilometres.
The reserve also contains
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Austin Walk [1]
The magic of this area is its
links with the past. Historic
Austin’s Cottage, Harbinger
Lane stonewall and historic
well, commanding views to
Mount Wellington to the south
and Mt Direction to the east
and outstanding water views
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GLENORCHY GAZETTE, NOVEMBER 2009— 13
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DEPARTMENT of EDUCATION
Adult and Family Literacy
Volunteers Wanted
The Community Knowledge Network provides adult and family literacy support
for Tasmanians in need and has responsibility for the Adult Literacy Volunteer
Tutor Program. We are seeking people interested in volunteering some of their
time to help adults and families improve their literacy skills.
Volunteers may be asked to assist as:
• a one-on-one literacy tutor
• a small group tutor
• a computer based literacy support tutor;
or to support other adult and family literacy activities.
Hours and days are flexible. Tutors need not be experienced - nationally
accredited training is provided and generally volunteers are not assigned until this
training is completed. Recognition of current competence / RPL can be provided
where requested.
For more information or to register for a tutor introductory session, contact your
nearest Learning and Information Network Centre (LINC):
Hobart LINC
91 Murray Street, Hobart
(03) 6233 7481
[email protected]
Glenorchy LINC
4 Terry Street, Glenorchy
(03) 6233 8666
[email protected]
Rosny LINC
Bligh Street, Rosny
(03) 6233 8420
[email protected]
Kingston LINC
11 Hutchins Street, Kingston
(03) 6211 8500
[email protected]
Huon LINC
1 Skinner Drive, Huonville
(03) 6264 8482
[email protected]
www.publicinfo.tas.gov.au
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2. Footpath, kerb and gutter and road
reconstruction work is under way in
Esdaile Street, Claremont.
3. Council is undertaking footpath,
kerb and gutter replacement and
road work in Teering Rd, Chigwell.
Mayor Adriana Taylor with budding young artist Tommy Menzies of Moonah Primary School,
and, inset, one of the portraits.
Jenny Tayler, from the Department of Education said the concept of Star Portraits is based
on the BBC series with Rolf Harris where he brought in different professional artists to draw
a celebrity subject. Only in this
project, professional artists
assist budding young artists to
draw well known community
identities.
Students were assigned to
draw one of the three Mayors –
Alderman Taylor, Hobart Lord
Mayor, Rob Valentine or Kingborough Mayor, Dr Graham
Bury and spent some time talking with them and sketching.
As part of gaining an understanding of their subject, the
students quizzed the Mayor
about her background, interests
and passions, which assisted
them to capture her image.
Ms Tayler said the project
not only helped talented artists
develop their skills, but also
allowed them to learn about
community leaders.
“To try and get the kids to
understand more about how the
wider world works and meet the
people they might read about
in the paper but might not normally have the opportunity to
meet,” she said.
Top exporter
award for
ship builder
GLENORCHY
boat
builder, Richardson Devine
Marine Constructions, has
won the prestigious 2009
Tasmanian Exporter of the
Year Award.
Presenting the award,
the Minister for Economic Development, Michael
Aird, said Richardson
Devine Marine was
rewarded for its significant contribution to the
Tasmanian export industry and the Tasmanian
brand.
Mr Aird said Richardson Devine Marine at
Goodwood, specialising in
lightweight aluminium
vessels used in commercial operations around the
world, has grown to
become a cornerstone of
Tasmania’s export success
in the maritime industry.
“The secret to the company’s success lies in the
hands-on approach of directors Toby Richardson and
Ron Devine since the company was formed in 1989.
“They combine their
extensive experience in
marine construction with
the talents of their highly skilled workforce to
deliver hand-crafted vessels that regularly exceed
their customers’ expectations.
“The volume of repeat
Economic Development Minister Michael Aird
presents the Export Award to Jane Richardson
from Richardson Devine Marine Constructions.
purchases that Richardson Devine Marine enjoys
is testament to the company’s strong reputation
as a leader in its field.”
The 2009 Tasmanian
Export Awards are run by
the Tasmanian Government through the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and the
Arts.
Winners of the 2009 Tasmanian Export Awards
will progress to the national final at the Australian
Export Awards presentation in November.
Tolosa
hours
changed
THE opening hours of
Tolosa
Park
have
changed.
The normal opening
hours will be 10.30 am to
4.00 pm, and the extended
hours in summer will be
reduced to 10.30 am – 7.00
pm effective from November 1 to February 28.
The decision was made
to reduce the hours because
there is minimal use of
Tolosa Park early in the
morning and at night.
The aim is to focus
Council Parks and Recreation staff resources on
tasks that maximise the
benefits to ratepayers.
The changes won’t
impact on lunchtime bookings, but people will have to
leave the park earlier than
previously.
Glenorchy also has
many other picnic and barbeque facilities which are
open at all hours and are
free. They include Benjafield Park, Giblin
Reserve, Roseneath Park
and Weston Park.
For information you
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Property Consultant
4. As part of Stage 2 of the Derwent
Park Storm Water upgrade, new
stormwater culverts are being laid
under Bunnings car park to relieve
the ongoing problem of flooding in
the Upper Derwent Park catchment.
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Frequently asked questions about
water and sewerage reform
Am I paying for water and sewerage
for the first time?
What if I need help to pay my
water and sewerage bill?
No. Charges for water and sewerage services have previously
formed part of your rates from your local council.
A new State Government concession is available for eligible
low-income earners and pensioners.
This includes rates paid on houses, shacks and vacant blocks.
Eligible customers will receive $130 off the total cost
of their water and sewerage bill for 2009-10. The new water
and sewerage concession will not affect the pensioner rates
remission in 2009-10. The new water corporations can also
help with hardship arrangements. For more information about
the concession contact your water corporation or visit
www.dpac.tas.gov.au/concessions
You will now be charged separately for water and sewerage
services from your new water and sewerage corporation.
The new corporations will continue to be owned by local
government, not the State Government, and all financial
returns will go back to local government.
I am a renter.Will I get a bill?
Nothing has changed from last year.The new water
corporations will continue to send bills to the property
owner in 2009-10.
In the future, water and sewerage will move to a user-pays,
customer-based model, like electricity.
Some landlords already charge tenants for water use under
arrangements unrelated to the water and sewerage reforms.
Should my council rates go down?
Yes.
Will I pay more for water and
sewerage services overall?
Yes. Charges will go up by a maximum of 10%.This equates to
less than $1.50 extra per week on average. Price increases are
capped at 10% per year for the next three years.
How much water can I use?
Some ratepayers now have water meters and pay part
of their bill on the basis of how much water is used,
while others pay based on the value of their property.
As you will no longer pay your local council for water and
sewerage services, your local council rates should drop.
However, any property rate reduction will be up to your
local council.
This is necessary to ensure proper investment so Tasmania’s
drinking water is clean and safe, and waste is properly treated.
There will be no changes to the current method of charging
for water and sewerage for at least the first year of operation
of the new water corporations.
Why am I paying more?
Will water meters be installed?
Across Tasmania, on average, 30% of rates were allocated
to water and sewerage services last year. Have a look at your
old rates notices to find out how much you were charged
for water and sewerage services for your home.These
charges are no longer included on your council rates bill.
Tasmania has the worst water and sewerage infrastructure in
the country, according to Engineers Australia. Approximately
$1 billion is now needed over the next 10 years to improve
services and provide that vital infrastructure so that Tasmanians
have safe, clean drinking water and sewage is properly treated.
Over half of Tasmanian councils already use water meters.
The further use of meters is currently being considered.
If you have questions about your rates, please contact
your local council.
You can contact your regional water corporation on:
13MYWATER (13 6992) or visit mywatertas.com.au
6272 8555
0408 731 007
[email protected]
338 Main Rd, Glenorchy
5705a
BABY & KIDS MARKET
THREE southern Tasmanian
Mayors, including Glenorchy
Mayor, Adriana Taylor, were in
the spotlight as subjects for portraits by talented local arts students as part of the “Star Portraits” project.
About 60 students from 30
southern Tasmanian primary
and high schools gathered at
Cosgrove High school on 10
August to draw the portraits
under the tutorship of professional artists, Garry Gregg, Peter
Gouldthorpe and Andrea Potter.
The students then completed the portraits at their own
schools culminating in an exhibition last month.
Extended Learning officer,
1. Council is building a new cycle
track between Boxhill Road and
Cadbury Road, Claremont to extend
the City’s network on cycleways.
HOW TO MAKE THE MENU SPECIAL
THE dinner party is back and
we’re getting more adventurous
with what we serve our guests.
TV shows like Masterchef are
spawning more creative home
entertaining,causing many cooks
to seek the special ingredients,
according to D.S. Trading retail
operations manager Anne King.
D. S. Trading’s shop is
designed to meet the needs of customers seeking products that
can’t be bought at the supermarket.
“There has been a big swing
back to people putting on their
own dinner parties, rather than
going to a restaurant,” Ann said.
D.S. Trading opened a new
retail outlet in Albert Rd, Moonah, last November offering a wide
range of specialist products.
The first difference to the standard shopping experience begins
when the customer walks in the
door and is offered an expresso
coffee to enjoy while browsing
the shelves.
The feast for the eyes includes
delicacies such as white truffle
oil, truffles, white anchovies, pink
Murray River salt, and a huge
range of olive oils, balsamic vinegars and cheeses.
The Moonah outlet is popular
with customers with multicultural backgrounds, as they can
access traditional foods from their
former home country, such as
panetone, Easter Colombo cake
and Baccala fish.
“It’s all about personalised
service,” Ann said. “I like to spend
time with customers to let them
know what is available.
“People are amazed by the
range of specialist products, which
we source from all over the world,
as well as from Tasmania.
“We also stock a range of
restaurant-style pre-prepared
dishes that take all the work out
of the dinner party.”
Specialist products needn’t
break the bank, according to
Anne. “With some of these high
end products you don’t need a lot
and it makes a big difference to
the dish.
“We also have bulk products
that really help stretch the dollar further.”
D.S. Trading has recently
begun stocking fresh meat and
fish to make it a ‘one stop shop’
supplying all the ingredients you
need to prepare a delicious meal.
D.S. Trading is owned by PFD
Food Services, which supplies the
wholesale food market in Tasmania from restaurants, to takeaways, hotels and nursing homes.
It is this wholesale buying power
that allows D.S. Trading to bring
so many bargains to the every
day shopper.
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customers
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goodies.
Indoor life curbs
the tom-catting
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Hilliard Christian School
CATS are kept inside for
most of their lives in some
countries, but this has not
been the situation in Australia until recently.
Cat legislation and bylaws in states such as
South Australia and Victoria have raised awareness of the potential damage that feral and
domestic cats can inflict
on our native wildlife,
both in the cities and the
countryside.
Responsible cat owners prefer to keep the family pet[s] inside at night
time or when the family is
out.
Cats can adapt successfully and reasonably
quickly to fulltime or partial confinement to the
house, but they may initially kick up a fuss.
You as the responsible owner can help your
cat adjust by providing
your pet cat with
an indoor environment
which replaces the interests previously enjoyed
in outside living.
Start by restricting
outdoor adventures to an
hour or so, confined to
your garden or backyard.
Cats in houses with
backyards can be taught
to stay at home during
the daylight hours by letting them out before their
meal (feeding in the
evening before sunset).
An hour of freedom
under your supervision
will give you and the cat
time to adapt and settle
into the new restriction
times.
You might also wish
to consider a cat lead and
PAWS
for
thought
harness to fully remain
in control of your cat
whilst in your back yard.
Cats love to climb and
play, and lie in the sun or
scratch a tree or chase
balls and you need to provide these basic needs if
your indoor pet cat is to be
emotionally and mentally satisfied.
Otherwise, cats confined to the house can
become bored and develop strange behavioural
patterns such as chasing
their tails, eating fabric,
attacking people or losing their hair through
obsessive grooming.
The cat kept continually indoors require high
places like shelves and
window ledges to lie on
and sunbake, a scratch
post to exercise its claws
and to mark its territory
or even an indoor tree (a
super sized man made
scratching post that can
be in the shape of a tree)
on which it can climb,
play, stalk and rest.
The indoor cat needs
a lot of human contact
including stroking and
playing games.
Cats especially enjoy
playing inside cardboard
boxes and paper bags and
with things like ping pong
balls, tissues, empty toilet rolls, chasing the moving light of a torch and
any small fast moving
wind up little toys.
Cats like to chew on
grass and this requirement is easily met by
growing pot plants containing alfalfa, lawn grass
or catnip inside as pot
plants.
Catnip and Catmint
are special cat herbs/grasses which are available
from local nurseries.
Cats prefer these herbs
and will therefore leave
your much-loved ornaments, photo frames and
pot plants well alone.
Correct toileting is
particularly important
to the indoors cat and
owner alike.
Urine spraying can be
a most frustrating and
difficult problem to cure
once it has become established and so it is important to provide your
indoor cat with the correct and suitable inside
toilet facilities from the
beginning. Cats are fussy.
Make sure that your
cat has a clean litter tray,
in a private and quiet
place and it is cleaned
daily and regularly
changed.
Avoid the use of strong
smelling cleaning agents
(e.g. ammonia, chlorine,
eucalypt), as cats are very
sensitive to smell and
would avoid areas that
they find pungent and toilet elsewhere.
It is commonly recommended by Veterinary
Behaviourists that each
cat living in a house
should have 1 litter tray
each, three cats means 3
litter trays in different
locations to avoid
unwanted toileting issues.
Urine spraying is more
likely to occur in the anxious non-desexed cat,
therefore all cats should
be desexed and you should
try to eliminate any situation which may provoke anxiety or stress.
Finally, I recommend
always desexing cats
unless they are in a recognised breeding program.
Desexing assists in positively altering the temperament rather than the
personality of the cat and
modifies the behaviour
patterns which often are
the cause of urine spraying and cat fights.
The non-desexed cat
has stronger territorial
instincts than its desexed
counterpart and is more
likely to wander from
home to hunt and fight
other cats.
Desexed cats are less
likely to wander and with
the correct care and planning are perfectly content
with the indoor life.
Samantha Morris
Education Officer
Animal Management
Hilliard Christian School, nestled in bushland in West
Moonah, provides an intimate environment for learning
that is founded on Christian principles, practical skills and
academic excellence.
With just over 100 students across
kindergarten to grade 10, Principal, Bev Norman, celebrates the
benefits of being a small school
with class sizes averaging just 1520 students.
“I know every child in the
school and our teachers often teach
across Primary and Secondary
schools, so they develop deep and
lasting bonds with their students,”
he said.
Mr Norman says teachers can
adapt to individual needs too,
because classes are smaller.
“The child comes first and we
match our curriculum to their
needs, with a strong focus on
numeracy and literacy,” he said.
“Kids don’t learn in a uniform
way, they learn in different ways
and have growth spurts.
“We help every child along that
journey of learning at a pace that
helps them reach their potential.”
Hilliard Christian School was
founded by the Seventh Day
Adventist Church community in
Hobart more than a century ago.
However, the majority of the
student population have parents
from other faiths or worldviews
who have been attracted by
Hilliard’s holistic, values-based
education.
“We’re not just focused on academic development, we are interested in the overall well being of
each child – physical, mental and
spiritual.
“Our physical education program is based on fun and lots of
different games, with an emphasis
on being fit and healthy.
“We seek to promote values of
honesty, integrity, academic excellence, compassion, caring and service to others,” Mr Norman said.
“We aim to develop responsible
citizens with a balanced world
view that contributes to building
stronger communities, their own
well-being and the well being of
others.”
Growing up in the modern cyber
world, children are faced with a
range of challenges not previously experienced by older generations, according to Mr Norman.
“Their social world does impact
on their overall learning and development.
“Education is not done in a vacuum and the older they get the
greater the influence outside the
classroom.
“Through our pastoral care program, by being there for the kids,
we encourage them to develop
resilience and make wise choices,” he said.
Mr Norman and Hilliard’s
teachers aim to work in partnership with parents to get the best
outcomes for the students.
“Parents want us to care and
we do.
“Every parent has immediate
access to their child’s teacher to
discuss any issue; we like to keep
the communication flowing.”
Hilliard’s inclusive approach
to education is reflected in its fee
schedule, which is set at a level
that is affordable to all income
levels.
The School’s modern facilities,
including computers and an indoor
basketball court/gym ensure a
well-rounded education that equips
students for a modern world.
Enrolments for 2010 are currently being accepted. For further information call 6272 1711.
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is a somebody!
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CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
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Snacks
all hours
... that’s
the point
Riverview Snacks at Wrest
Point has always been a great
place to go for a quick snack,
and now it is better than ever.
Valid until 29th November 2009
The restaurant has undergone a major
renovation with a stylish new décor
complementing the venue’s sunny aspect and
magnificent views across the River Derwent.
Riverview Snacks’ quiet ambience and
comfy couches positioned by the window,
create the ideal spot to unwind, catch up
with friends and enjoy some refreshments.
For a meal, snack or drink, Riverview
Snacks offers something for all tastes and
appetites.
The menu has been expanded to include
meals such as Thai Beef Salad, Thai Chicken
Curry and their popular signature dish, the
Healthy Moroccan Burger.
Wrest Point’s Vicki Jacob says lighter
snacks are also on offer ranging from salads
and toasted sandwiches, to sushi, fries and
wedges.
“All meals are priced at under $10.00
offering great value to customers and the full
menu is available daily at Riverview Snacks
from 9.30 am to late,” Vicki said.
“There are not many places in Hobart that
you can get quality meals at almost any hour
of the day.
“You can also just enjoy a wine, beer or a
coffee, you don’t need to order food to enjoy
Riverview Snacks great atmosphere.”
The service is friendly and prompt,
leaving customers more time to enjoy the
many entertainment offerings at Wrest
Point.
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MASTER sharpener Ian
James travels the
streets of Glenorchy and
beyond sharpening
knives and tools to keep
them at their best.
His prompt, friendly
service delivered to your
door at competitive
prices make B & S
Sharpening the obvious
choice for your sharpening needs.
He can sharpen just
about everything including scissors, shears,
pinking shears, chisels,
planer blades, secateurs,
axes, drill bits and much
more.
“The trick is to give
the knife or blade a good
edge and make sure it
stays there,” Ian said.
Many people don’t
realise how blunt their
tools have become over
time, according to Ian.
“Household tools
with sharp edges that
are regularly used
should probably be
sharpened every six
months or more.
“Blunt tools are less
effective and can even
be dangerous. A sharpened knife is better than
a blunt knife, as you will
cut yourself on a blunt
knife.
Scissors, Shears (All Sizes) Overlocking Blades,
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“Maintaining them
will also save money
over time, by getting
extra life out of your
tools.”
Ian says everything
is worth sharpening
including small items
like scissors.
“I had a lady who had
a pair of scissors that
were her mothers and
she didn’t want to throw
them away because they
were her mothers, but
they were too blunt to
use. I sharpened them
and now they are as good
as new.”
B & S Sharpening
comes to your business
or home, which is convenient for small business people who find it
difficult to leave their
shop front or householders who don’t want
the hassle of carting
tools to a shop. They will
do most jobs on the spot,
however, for some more
involved jobs, the tools
will be taken away to be
sharpened.
Since opening his
business in September
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Plastering, Landscaping, Lawn mowing,
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Hedge trimming, Fencing (picket and
gates), Treefelling/lopping, Deck &
pergola construction, Gutter cleaning,
Weed & rubbish removal.
2009, Ian already has a
large regular clientele
including supermarkets,
haberdashery shops,
hairdressers, takeaway
shops, a bedding factory
and general householders.
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Precinct
meeting
dates
AUSTINS FERRY/GRANTON
Next meet: Thursday November 5, 7pm
Thursday December 3 at 7pm
Location: Claremont Hall (side room)
Main Road, Claremont
BERRIEDALE/CHIGWELL
Next meet: Wednesday November 18, 7pm
Location: Berriedale Centre
Main Road, Berriedale
No December Meeting
CLAREMONT
Location: Claremont Hall (side room)
Main Road, Claremont
No December Meeting
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SUE bis WINCKEL 6216 6369
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ANDREA MARQUARDT 6216 6796
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DIANNE McGUINNESS 6216 6722
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Goldies fete old forty-five
THE West Moonah Community
Precinct, Glenorchy Golden Years
Club and the West Moonah Eating
with Friends got together last
month at a lunch to celebrate the
45th anniversary of Glenorchy
becoming a City.
Community Precinct Co-ordinator Sue bis Winckel said that the
Precinct wanted to hold an event
that was fun and provided an opportunity for people to socialise in a
relaxed environment.
“The Precinct works very closely with the Eating With Friends
Group, so realised how important
it is for people in the community
to be able to get together for a meal
and talk to one another,” Sue said.
“They thought that a lunch would
be a great way for people to catch
up with old friends and hopefully
make some new ones”.
Sue said that the Precinct members also felt very strongly about
celebrating Glenorchy’s anniversary.
“The Precinct members are very
proud of their City and thought celebrating the anniversary was a
great way to foster community
pride,” she said.
Members of the Precinct, Eating
with Friends and the Golden Years
Club were invited to attend, along
with Glenorchy City Council aldermen and local politicians, and the
meal was booked out well before
the event.
“We could only cater for 60 people, and the response was overwhelming – unfortunately some
people missed out,” Sue said.
Guests enjoyed a meal of corned
EAST MOONAH
Next meet: Wednesday November 11, 7.30pm
Glenorchy City Council - Committee Room
374 Main Road, Glenorchy
No December Meeting
GLENORCHY
Location: Committee Room at GCC
374 Main Road, Glenorchy
No December Meeting
GOODWOOD
Next meet: Tuesday November 17, 7pm
Location: Goodwood Community Centre
Acton Crescent, Goodwood
No December Meeting
ROSETTA/MONTROSE
Location: Berriedale Centre
Main Road, Berriedale
No December Meeting
WEST MOONAH
Next meet: No November Meeting
Tuesday December 1, 7pm
Location: West Moonah Community House
130 Springfield Avenue, West Moonah
A GROUP of Claremont College students have shown they
have the skills to be future
leaders in the recreation field.
Fourteen students have successfully completed the Community Recreation Leaders
Award program as part of their
college studies.
The program taught the
students a range of skills such
as how to run tournaments,
ladders, risk management,
improvisation with equipment,
organisational skills and teamwork.
It also involved work experience at a community organisation.
The program culminated
in a session where they put
into practice what they had
learnt, each leading a physical education class for primary
school children.
Student, Damien Ashlin,
said he really enjoyed learning how to create and lead a
fun class for young kids.
“It’s been really fun, just
the way the little kids responded, we felt we were making
them happy.
“They had a ball and all of
our work paid off.
“I see this helping me get
into the police force with the
Claremont College Community Recreation Leaders Award recipients with supporters, Jill Glover (front left), Glenorchy Mayor Adriana
Taylor (back centre) and Council Sport and Recreation officer, Len Yeats (front right).
community involvement and
leadership development.”
Claremont College Sport
and Recreation teacher, Jill
Glover, said the Community
Recreation Leaders Award pro-
gram helps develop skills that
will be useful in a variety of
careers, with her students considering pathways into education, sport and recreation,
police and defence forces.
Student Sarah Blackwell
sees the program as a step
towards achieving her goal to
be a sport and recreation
teacher.
“I’ve learnt a lot — it’s been
a real eye opener about how
broad the sport and recreation
business is,” Sarah said.
“I didn’t realise there was so
much, like the disability and
inclusiveness areas.”
AUSTRALIA’S best young
athletes will be performing
at the Australian All
Schools and Youth Championships to be held at the
Domain Athletic Centre,
December 4-7.
The Australian Combined Events Championships and the Australian
20km Walks Championship
will be combined with the
Tasmanian Relay Championships on February 13-14.
With such a wealth of
talent on display, this season will provide added impetus for young sports people
to develop their athletic
abilities.
The Athletic South
Track and Field Competition has begun and involves
athletes from age 10 upward.
The local Northern Suburbs Athletic Club enters
men’s and women’s teams
and this season will be hoping to surpass last season’s
accomplishments in which
both men’s and women’s
teams gained second spot.
For more information
about the coming track and
field season, contact Lynne
and Tony Sansom (AH) 6249
4881 or Jim Court (AH/BH)
6223 5668 .
Woollies kicks in for
Claremont juniors
Mayor Adriana Taylor, Phyl Pears and Elwick MLC Terry Martin at the West Moonah Precinct anniversary lunch.
beef, vegetables and apple crumble or fruit salad, and were entertained by The Golden Years Club
Choir.
“To top off the festivities, participants enjoyed a slice of a special anniversary cake,” Sue said.
Funds raised from the meal went
to the Golden Years Club, and will
be used to support the programs
and activities that the Club offers.
“The Glenorchy Golden Years
Club plays a very important role
in offering a meeting place, activities, meals and social opportunities
to Glenorchy residents, so the
Precinct members were very happy
to be able to assist,” Sue said.
For information on the Precinct
contact Sue on Ph: 6216 6369, West
Moonah Eating With Friends contact Jackie on Ph: 6249 9349, and
the Glenorchy Golden Years Club
contact on Ph: 6272 8402.
COLLINSVALE/GLENLUSK
Wednesday December 2, 7.30pm
Location: Collinsvale Hall
Hall Road, Collinsvale
GOOD SPORTS TAKE A LEAD
On your
marks for
top comp
Chigwell’s garden takes root
THE Chigwell Community Vegetable Garden has just been established at Karambi
Street, Chigwell. The Garden has been
developed by Glenorchy City Council with
funding from the Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program.
The concept of a community garden is
something that the Berriedale/Chigwell
Community Precinct members have supported for a long time, and they have
formed a steering committee along with
representatives from the Bucaan Community House, Mt Faulkner Primary
School, Chigwell House, Council and the
Chigwell Community to get the Garden
up and running.
Community Precinct Development
Officer, Andrea Marquardt, said that the
Garden Steering Committee is currently
calling for applications from individuals,
households and organisations who may
be interested in having a plot at the Garden.
“We have over 40 plots available, including accessible plots for people with a disability, and really hope that residents take
up this opportunity to be involved,” Andrea
said. “As well as the plots, there will also
be designated areas for fruit trees and
other fruiting shrubs and vines.”
Andrea said that it is hoped that the
Garden will appeal to a wide range of people.
“It may be that you have never gardened before, or you might be an experi-
enced gardener – everyone is welcome,”
Andrea said. “We hope that the Garden
will provide a great opportunity to pick
up or pass on gardening tips, share ideas and
meet new people”.
Along with the application form, Andrea
said an information sheet with guidelines
for the use of the Garden has also been
developed.
“The guidelines covers responsibilities
for people with plots, such as general maintenance, types of plants, general conduct
in the garden, tools and health and safety,”
Andrea said.
Andrea said that there will be an annual fee per plot which will be determined
by the newly formed Management Committee to cover expenses. As a special
introductory offer, this year’s annual fee
for a plot will be only $5.00.
Other benefits of the Garden include
the installation of compost bins which
anyone in the community can use (you
don’t have to have a plot), as well as the
opportunity to save money by growing
your own vegetables.
Application forms and guidelines for
use of the Garden are available from the
Bucaan Community House in Bucaan
Street, Chigwell, the Glenorchy City Council, 374 Main Road, Glenorchy, or phone
Andrea on 6216 6796 to have one mailed
out to you.
Application forms need to be returned
by Friday 6th November 2009.
THE Claremont Junior
Football Club recently
received a $1,500 community grant from Woolworths.
Claremont Woolworths
Store Manager, Andrew
Butchart, presented a $1,500
cheque to the President of
Claremont junior football,
Tony Willmott, which will
be used to buy new team
jumpers for the young footballers.
The grant was issued
under Woolworths’ Community Grants Program
which aims to help primary school aged children
become more active and
live healthier lives .
Woolworths each year
awards a total pool of $3
Claremont
Woolworths
Store
Manager,
Andrew
Butchart,
congratulates
the President
of Claremont
junior football,
Tony Willmott,
on being
awarded a
community
grant.
million dollars to community clubs and organisations across Australia.
More
information
about the grants program
is available on the Woolworths Community Grants
Info Line is 1800 103 515.
Northern Suburbs
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GLENORCHY CITY WHERE IDEAS HAPPEN
Adriana TAYLOR
Jim MANSON
Jenny BRANCH
Mary GUY
Steven KING
Richard LOWRIE
Christine LUCAS
COUNCIL DECISIONS OCTOBER 2009
• Resolved that Council submit to the State Government the
comments on the Draft Tasmanian Mountain Bike Plan.
• Resolved to endorse the proposed Corporate and Heritage
Collections Policy.
• Resolved to amend the Tolosa Park opening hours.
• Adopted the ‘Way Forward Strategy’ and agreed to set up
an elected member working group to explore the
strategies developed by the Australian Local Government
Women’s Association to help achieve greater participation
by women as Local Government elected members.
• Received the minutes of the Southern Tasmanian
Councils’ Authority meeting held on 29th September
2009.
• Resolved that the Mayor, or if the Mayor is unable to
attend the meeting the General Manager, be nominated
as Council’s Representative to vote on its behalf at
General Meetings and Annual General Meetings of
Southern Water.
• Re-considered the delegations required from Council for
administration and enforcement of the Local Government
(Highways) Act 1982 and to revoke the powers previously
delegated by Council relating to water and sewerage.
GLENORCHY CITY COUNCIL
GLENORCHY
CITIZEN AND YOUNG CITIZEN
AWARD NOMINATIONS
Glenorchy City Council is seeking
nominations for the 2010 Citizen and
Young Citizen Awards.
Who is eligible
• Nominees must be Australian citizens and
residents of the City of Glenorchy.
• Their community service or activity must be of
considerable importance to the Glenorchy and/or
Tasmanian community.
• The activity or service will have been carried out
over a period of years, rather than months.
David PEARCE
Peter RIDLER
Stuart SLADE
Bob VERVAART
WORKS in progress
Your Glenorchy Aldermen
Adriana TAYLOR
Jim MANSON
Jenny BRANCH
Mary GUY
Steven KING
Richard LOWRIE
Christine LUCAS
Haydyn NIELSEN
David PEARCE OAM
Peter RIDLER RFD
Stuart SLADE
Bob VERVAART
Haydyn NIELSEN
ROADS CONSTRUCTION WORKS
• Cadbury cycle way extension stage 2
• Farley Street – Stage 2 reconstruction
• Teering Rd reconstruction
• Various footpath replacement program
• Walch Avenue (Burgess Ave to Northcote Rd)
redevelopment
• Creek maintenance and repair work and
willow tree removal
• Derwent Park – Catchment Works – Stage 2
• Glenorchy Pool stormwater upgrade
• Radcliff Crescent new 600mm connection
• Various pit cleaning & maintenance
• Various pit reconstructions
• Wakehurst Rd stormwater upgrade
ROADS MAINTENANCE WORKS
• Footpath maintenance
• Pavement management
• Right of Way maintenance
• Rural pavement repairs
• Signs maintenance
• Various reinstatement works
• Vegetation control and weed spraying
maintenance
PARKS & RECREATION
• Hestercombe Park playground construction
• Installation of new playground borders
various sites
STORMWATER
• Abbotsfield Rd stormwater connection
• Butler Avenue – new connection
• Hellessey Rd new connection
WORKS COMING UP SOON
• Merton Street – Tolosa St to Aquila St
Retaining wall, footpath, kerb & channel
reconstruction
REGIONAL & LOCAL COMMUNITY
INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM
• Chigwell Community Garden
• Cycleway seating and shelters
• Tolosa Park sculptures
Ph: 6216 6700 www.gcc.tas.gov.au
Patience plea as
city weathers wet
A WET winter and early spring
has set the scene for extraordinary vegetation growth in
Glenorchy’s parks and reserves.
Sodden grounds have also prevented Council’s Roads and
Recreation crews from getting
equipment on to grounds to
undertake mowing.
Parks and Recreation Coordinator, Roley Curley, said conditions are making it a challenging period to keep the City’s
green areas looking their usual
best.
“Council staff are doing their
Winter washout
puts pressure
on parks crew
best to mow grass and keep the
weeds at bay, however the wet
weather has created ideal growing conditions this spring,” Roley
said.
“Coupled with this, we have
fewer staff to manage the parks
and reserves due to budget cuts
Age Requirements
Citizen Award nominees must be 28 years of age
or over.
Young Citizen Award nominees must be under 28
years of age as of 26 January 2010.
How to nominate
Nominations must be on the form provided.
Contact Council’s Liaison Officer,
Lynette Bannister, on 62166752
to obtain your nomination form
or from Council’s website
www.gcc.tas.gov.au
Nominations close:
Monday 23 November 2009
The Glenorchy Gazette is produced by the Glenorchy City Council and printed by The Examiner, Launceston
this year that were necessary
after the loss of water and sewerage revenues.
“This means we are stretched
for resources and some parks
will be mown less regularly,” he
said.
Roley said Council’s 18 staff
were going to find it very difficult to have our parks and
reserves as spic and span as in
previous years.
“We would request patience
from ratepayers as we are doing
our best in trying circumstances.”

Glenorchy City Council

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