Mercury (Hobart)

Starwatch

- with Joanne Madeline Moore

AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19)

Have you been worrying about money matters? Sometime over the next three weeks, Venus will help improve your financial situation. But your luck will be fleeting if you choose to spend rather than save!

PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20)

Your ruler Venus is visiting your sign until April 3. Which will boost your charm and super-charge your confidence. But it also increases your inclinatio­n to be extravagan­t and rather self-indulgent.

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 20)

Are you feeling exhausted? Have you been burning the midnight oil?

It’s time for a major reboot. Venus encourages you to meditate, contemplat­e or rejuvenate in the way that best suits you.

TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21)

You’re in the mood to network up a storm as you enjoy connecting with people from different walks of life, both in person and online.

Who knows where these disparate relationsh­ips may lead?

GEMINI (May 22-Jun 21)

It’s time to beautify your work or study space via the addition of fresh flowers, inspiring music and/or a quick coat of paint. When your surroundin­gs are pleasant, your output will increase.

CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 23)

Venus transits into your travel zone, so it’s a fabulous time to plan your next holiday. However don’t actually leave until after Mercury turns direct on March 10. Then things will run more smoothly.

LEO (Jul 24-Aug 23)

Pleasure-loving Librans can sometimes be real airheads, but your ruler Venus is visiting the earthy sign of Taurus until April 3. You’ll feel more practical and grounded than usual so put it to good use.

VIRGO (Aug 24-Sep 23)

Close relationsh­ips are set to improve, as peace planet Venus visits your partnershi­p zone until April 3. So strive to be super diplomatic as you smooth over problems with family members and friends.

LIBRA (Sep 24-Oct 23)

Under the influence of pleasurepl­anet Venus, it’s time to spend more time doing what you love. Whether it’s cooking delicious food, making beautiful handicraft­s or walking your four-legged friend.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22)

Friendship­s are set to flourish, as companions­hip planet Venus increases feel-good vibes and helps you focus on the interests you share with others. So spend quality time with a special friend today.

SAGITTARIU­S (Nov 23-Dec 21)

Have you been having frustratin­g problems with a fractious family member? Negotiatio­n planet Venus encourages you to hold out the olive branch of peace, as you sympathise and compromise.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20)

Venus encourages you to help those who are less fortunate within your local community. A relationsh­ip with a relative or neighbour should also gradually improve, as long as you are prepared to listen.

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