By: Michael CrooksDespite the struggle of the pandemic during the Christmas period, Australians still showed their thoughts were with others. Last year, the international charity Samaritan’s Purse collected millions of boxes of gifts which were given at Christmas to children in...
By: Georgia FreeWith many people taking a break over Christmas, librarian Nicole Yule has a number of holiday reading recommendations.This year has been a stressful year for many but, if you’re looking to recharge the batteries over the break, literary expert Nicole Yule has some suggestions...
By: Ally BarnesIf you haven’t heard of the Watoto Children’s Choir, they’re a travelling choir made up of former child soldiers and orphans from Uganda and South Sudan.Their voices and dance choreography is full of joy and purpose, as their performances bring healing to the many...
By: Laura BennettAfter what’s been a wild couple of years, Grammy-nominated recording artist Matthew West is encouraging people to embrace not only the “Christmas cheer” but the restorative message of the gospel it celebrates.Facing months off the road and feeling the pressure to...
By: Ben McEachenIn a world of choice, it can be almost overwhelming to work out what gift to give every Christmas.It can be a good problem to have but what if we cut through the gift catalogues and stocked shelves with presents focused on helping others? Gifts that give to those in need, more than...
By: Laura BennettOne of the best things about Christmas is getting to indulge in Christmas movies that, at any other time of year, might feel ridiculous and cheesy.In December, they are just right.Sit. Stay. Love. is an Australian-made romantic comedy set in the snowy hills of Vermont (but...
By: Laura BennettThe success of The Chosen series is certainly unprecedented. It’s the first episodic dramatisation of Jesus’ life and his followers, and it has become the most successful crowd-funded project of all time, raising US$10 million dollars to fund its first season.It is now...
The grounds of St Matthias’ Church in Windermere will host a Christmas Festival on December 11th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. There will be hands-on activities available for families to learn about the Christmas Story, with lots of giveaways to take home. At 3:00pm, a group Nativity scene will...
By: Dr Justin CoulsonChristmas is the season that “should” fill us with joy. We are supposed to be relaxing. We are supposed to be spending time with those we love. We are supposed to be indulging just a little bit more than normal in some of the finer things of life.For some of us,...
Windermere Church Forever upcoming combined market with the East Tamar Men’s Shed on Saturday 27th November, 2021from 9:00am – 2:00pm at Dilston Memorial Hall, John Lees Drive Dilston. ‘Made With Love’ – Crafts, gifts, cards, soaps, garden art, mosaics, paintings, drawings,...
By: Rosie KendallChristmas won’t be normal for many Australians this year, but for Ron and Mary, Christmas isn’t even on their minds. There’s no time to consider stocking fillers and Secret Santa, no head space to bake treats or put up a tree – the Dumas family are in...
The Launceston Musical Society finally returns to the stage in its only two performances in 2020 – just in time to bring a little Christmas magic to Launceston. In partnership with Pilgrim Uniting Church, LMS is thrilled to present its 2020 concert: A Musical Christmas: Carols in the CBD. A...