GIFT THE GIFT OF SIGHT

Nov 10, 2020

The Fred Hollows Foundation and Specsavers are proud to announce the new limited edition glasses by contemporary Aboriginal Artist Rheanna Lotter, raising funds to help end avoidable blindness for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. As part of their mutual goal to close the gap in eye health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia, Specsavers and The Fred Hollows Foundation have again joined forces to launch two limited edition frames. The project aims to raise $125,000 for The Foundation’s sight restoring work in Australia, to ensure more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples can access high quality eye care and eyewear. The frames feature the artwork of contemporary Aboriginal artist Rheanna Lotter. Rheanna is a proud Yuin nation woman who creates and sells her artwork through her business, Ngandabaa. Like what you see? Give us a like, share this video, and subscribe! Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2b1oCXu To learn more about our work, visit our website: http://www.hollows.org

Pot-Pourri –

Pot-Pourri (Banda Cover versΓ£o completa) – Rivers of Babylon – Sugar Sugar – More Than I Can Say – Forever and Ever – Mississippi – Guantanamera – Kiss Me, Honey Honey, Kiss Me – Jeany Ich Brauch’ Dich

You are not alone’: the Queen addresses nation in Christmas message – video

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/video/2020/dec/25/you-are-not-alone-the-queen-addresses-nation-in-christmas-message-video

The Queen has praised the nation for rising to the challenges of 2020 in a her Christmas Day address. The monarch is sheltering at Windsor Castle with the Duke of Edinburgh, and separated from the rest of her own family who normally spend Christmas together at Sandringham. In the broadcast, pre-recorded in the Green Drawing Room at Windsor Castle, said told those suffering loneliness or loss amid the pandemic: ‘You are not alone, and let me assure you of my thoughts and prayers.’

Food for Thought

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/how-to-set-boundaries-at-christ

“This year Ginger Gorman says her family Christmas will be a two-hour brunch after which she plans to spend the afternoon by a pool with friends.”

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/yumi-stynes-on-why-women-should-go-on-strike-this-christmas/11628692

“Change is afoot this Christmas for Yumi Stynes’ festive family get-togethers.”

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/guide-to-a-less-stressful-christmas/11745088

Woman relaxing in a chair at a table with a large Christmas tree in the background to depict having a less stressful Christmas.

“Take a breath, pause a moment and read our guide to having a less stress-filled Christmas.” (Pxhere: An Min)

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/how-to-save-money-while-shopping-online-this-christmas/100002658

“A few minutes planning and researching before hitting “buy” can pay dividends.”

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/christmas-gift-ideas-when-youre-on-a-budget/12839442

“This year, you could make some presents yourself or give the gift of time β€” whether it’s helping a family friend with their garden or babysitting your friends’ kids.”

https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/benefits-of-family-secret-santa/100001868

Secret Santa’s fast becoming a family tradition that saves time, money and the environment

ABC EverydayΒ /Β By Grace Jennings-Edquist

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-12-20/christmas-shopping-presents-gifts-season-budgeting/11766344

A woman with red nail polish wraps up and decorates a gift. Her face is not visible.

Gift-giving should be fun. But often, it can blow the budget. (Pexels)

“Vivienne Anthon has wrapped over 60,000 gifts in her life. ABC Life caught up with Vivienne to grab her top tips for gift wrapping this Christmas.”

Read more here: https://ab.co/2EFW8kG Subscribe to ABC Life on YouTube β–Ίβ–Ί http://bit.ly/35n2vn5 ABOUT ABC LIFE ABC Life helps you navigate life’s challenges and choices. Stay on top of food, wellbeing, travel, style, sex and relationships and more: https://www.abc.net.au/life/ How to wrap Christmas presents like a pro | ABC Life

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-12-21/plastic-free-gift-giving/10639500

Plastic-free Christmas gifts to feel smug about this season

By Clara Williams RoldanPostedΒ FriFridayΒ 21Β DecDecemberΒ 2018Β 

https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/drive/the-art-of-receiving-shitty-presents/9280316

The art of receiving shitty presents

By Claire BrackenSunday 24 December 2017

bc.net.au/news/2017-12-25/christmas-gifts-sustainable-low-waste-options-popular/9284808

Three Christmas hampers that include eco-friendly products and are encased in cardboard packaging rather than plastic

These Christmas hampers come without any plastic wrapping.(ABC News: Hayley Roman)

Sacred Space

https://iview.abc.net.au/video/RN1911H003S00

Series 34 Sacred Space – James Ricketson

Geraldine Doogue seeks powerful connection with prominent Australians through an investigation of their sacred space. Filmmaker James Ricketson talks about his connection to his home in the northern beaches of Sydney.Share

This episode was published 9 months ago.PLAYduration: 27 minutes27m

I, Uta, think this is a beautiful documentary!

James Ricketson

Australian film director

James Staniforth Ricketson is an Australian film director who, in June 2017, was arrested while flying a drone at a Cambodia National Rescue Party rally in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and charged with espionage, a charge he denies. WikipediaBorn: 1949 (age 71 years), SydneyRelativesStaniforth Ricketson (grandfather)Criminal chargeEspionageEducationAustralian Film Television and Radio SchoolAwardsAACTA Award for Best FilmAACTA Award for Best Adapted ScreenplayAlan Stout Award for Best Short Film