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Drama abounds as community theatre and council clash

BY RYAN QUINN A petition of 795 signatures is part of the large community campaign to save a Glebe theatre and art studio.

City of Sydney Council has plans to replace the theatre with a skate park.

The skate park is part of the Johnstons Creek Parklands Master Plan, and was allegedly conceived following community consultation in late 2012.

According to a City of Sydney spokesperson, the master plan was drawn up before the theatre was operating and the theatre was only offered a short term lease in the interim.

But that is not how the community sees it, with nearly 800 rallying in support over the past two months.

Archway 1 Art Studio co-founder Stefan van Reiche told City Hub that there had been a lack of consultation about their impending removal.

“As part of the masterplan for the area, eventually we would have to go. But we were quite disappointed with the fact that we weren’t involved in the plan at all, given the community involvement we have had over the years,” he told City Hub. “We’re representing the community’s genuine need for theatre and cultural space really. We use the space for photography, art exhibitions, art classes, acting classes. It’s more like a multi-use training facility.”

Alongside the petition, numerous letters have been sent to City of Sydney between 2012 and the present time supporting the art theatre.

Sydney University Architectural Design Tutor Sarah Breen Lovett wrote a letter during initial community consultation, praising the theatre on its positive impact on the art community.

“Their current tenancy at Archway 1 supports Sydney’s grass roots arts scene, in exactly the same way that City of Sydney Council aims to cultivate with its Arts Planning Policies,” Ms Breen Lovett wrote.

She also said that the space provides “the arts community, and broader Sydney community with a unique space to network, exhibit and create within the arts”.

In another letter, local resident Jennifer A. likened the theatre to efforts made in New York and Paris which she said encouraged tourism in those cities.

Viaducts in Sydney Archways Photo: ‘Balmain’ - Flickr

“Where is the vision and creative thought of our politicians?

The Archway is a unique and wonderful venue for our performing arts and should, without question, be preserved,” she wrote.

Mr van Reiche said residents and light rail commuters loved having a theatre in the community and a place to get coffee in the café-barren local area.

The art studio was founded in 2005 as a community arts centre by Mr van Reiche.

The attached theatre and coffee shop opened in 2012 with the assistance of manager Rachel Jordan.

Ms Jordan and Mr van Reiche said in an open letter to the Glebe community that the removal will “eliminate what is a unique space, that nowhere else in Sydney and I dare say in Australia has, which is a theatre situated beneath an historical, landmark viaduct!”

City Hub understands that the petition is intended to be sent to City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore and CEO Monica Barone, with a meeting between the council and the theatre managers to occur in the next few weeks.

Ms Jordan said that the meeting had been arranged because the theatre group want to work with council.

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BY CHRISTOPHER of the IPART review of local HARRIS councils due on October 16.

Hundreds of concerned citizens At the annual Local rallied at a Save Our Councils Government Conference on Coalition meeting last weekend, Monday October 11, Premier pushing for the retention of Mike Baird announced that Woollahra Council. the findings of the IPART Support came from an unlikely review will be made public. place, with NSW AttorneySave Our Councils General Gabrielle Upton going Coalition member Raffaele against the government grain Catanzariti attended the rally and showing support for an and said it was positive that independent Woollahra Council. one member of cabinet had Ms Upton spoke of the need taken a stand against the for council to represent the local government determination to community. force councils to merge.

“Friends, my position is that “She [Gabrielle Upton] Woollahra Council should not be made that commitment and merged with other councils if it that’s a break from most of has the community’s support and the other cabinet ministers, the numbers stack up,” she told and they’ve said IPART is the large crowd. going to come with a report, “It is that sense of community and it will be made public,” that binds us & that community he told City Hub. “From my perspective, of interest we seek to protect.”

David Shoebridge speaking on Sunday. Photo: Raffaele Catanzariti (supplied). population size doesn’t mean “There is no perfect size anything, and if Woollahra is for a community of interest – financially fit, and the community does not want it, then it shouldn’t what works here may not work down the road. And small can be proceed,” Mr Catanzariti said. effective.”

“It shouldn’t rest with cabinet, or the Premier, it should be the She told the crowd that both herself and the NSW government decision of the community and no one else.” were listening to the community.

One Woollahra resident took to Facebook to comment on the “Timing is everything in politics, and right now is the time for rally. those views to be heard and to be heard again loud and clear,” she “Gabrielle, please tell your Cabinet colleagues that forced said. amalgamation is very unpopular and is also undemocratic,” the local “So help me to help us - I need you to collect as many signatures resident wrote. as you can so we can lodge a petition in parliament.”

“Woollahra is fit for the future, sustainable and through careful “Let us do that as soon as we can. Friends, that is the best way spending of rates, has no debt. It would be patently WRONG to right now to protect our community of interest.” amalgamate,” the resident continued.

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George St businesses suffer alone in compensation loss

BY RYAN QUINN The NSW Government has ignored small businesses in the light rail compensation package, with millions pledged to aid government agencies.

City of Sydney Councillor and George Street business owner Angela Vithoulkas said she was one of 700 businesses that would be negatively burdened by the light rail construction.

She said she was surprised to hear that the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust is due to receive $1 million to cover loss of revenue during the construction.

“The state government has said there would be absolutely no compensation for businesses that are impacted by the construction of light rail,” Clr Vithoulkas said.

“That has been told and maintained probably for the last 18 months.”

The park trust will also receive $7 million in compensation fees for the loss of land currently on a 99 year lease to the Australian Turf Club, according to a media release from NSW Shadow Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Ryan Park.

Mr Park said that the state government has refused to consider small businesses, which will be impacted by dust, noise and hoardings, and have already experienced low foot traffic after a week of no buses.

“Backing a government agency instead of small businesses during unprecedented construction chaos shows where the Baird government’s loyalties lie.”

However, Transport Minister Andrew Constance recently announced a strategy for keeping foot traffic in the CBD over the Christmas period, which included activities and decoration.

But Mr Park said this was not adequate support for businesses.

“These small business owners pay thousands in rent for a place on this prime shopping strip in Australia’s global city, yet all they get for their trouble is face

painting, a fashion parade and a Christmas tree.”

The first phase of construction started on October 4, which saw George Street become bus-free.

Clr Vithoulkas said that her business had already been affected, with a noticeable drop in foot traffic due to the removal of bus stops.

“If you had asked me a week ago whether the bus stops were going to have this much of an impact, I would’ve said ‘I don’t think so’, but I was quite surprised at the level of impact it does have,” she said.

Clr Vithoulkas said that the recent start of spring and daylight savings usually would cause an increase in business activity, but she said she had not seen that yet.

In a statement to City Hub, Transport Minister Andrew Constance said that he had always made clear that he would watch the impact of construction on small businesses ‘very closely’.

“At this stage, we have invested in precinct activation and advertising to the wider community to support these businesses during construction. I will consider further actions to support business if required,” the statement read.

“In July 2014, Transport for NSW reached an agreement with the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust for the rental of revenue-generating facilities during construction, and for a significant parcel of land now to be utilised for the Sydney Light Rail project.”

“Our focus is to get in and get the work done on George Street, and support businesses with promotional activities to keep people coming to the city to shop.”

But with the next stage of construction set to start on October 23, Clr Vithoulkas said there should have been more time to assess the impact of no buses.

“I think the timing sucks. Why wasn’t the bus situation looked at, considered and implemented last year?” she questioned.

Mr Park has been calling for the government to open up serious talks about business compensation, which Clr Vithoulkas said had not happened yet.

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Community owned solar farms surge into Sydney people who live in apartments and rent the ability to invest some money and derive some financial return from that investment in a similar way that households can do,” he said.

Mr Nockolds said that this new energy trend is not isolated to Sydney, and that dozens of community energy groups are popping up all across Australia.

The ICC Sydney in Darling Harbour is due to be completed in late 2016 and is a much larger project than Young Henry’s.

David Lovell, General Manager of Darling Harbour Live said the solar panels would Young Henry’s Brewery in Newtown. Source: Newtown grafitti (Flickr) produce about five per cent of the energy required for the centre.

BY AMANDA COPP “This is the equivalent of Solar farms funded by community members are powering more than 100 homes every year,” Mr making their way onto roofs of local businesses and Lovell said. public buildings in Sydney’s inner suburbs.

NSW Greens MP John Kaye said community Young Henry’s bar in Newtown and the new energy systems are the way of the future.

International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney in “As we live more and more in multi-story Darling Harbour will be the sites of Sydney’s first dwellings and apartment buildings, to put your community funded renewable energy projects. solar panels somewhere even if they’re not on your The project involves sourcing a ‘host site’, such roof, is critical,” Mr Kaye said. as the roof of a community building, and then “It’s also about making the transition to a members of the public invest money to fund the renewable energy future much more equitable, installation of solar panels. much fairer, so everyone can participate, not just The host site pays for electricity produced by those who own roof space,” he said. these panels, and the money is paid back to the Professor Tony Vassallo, a Sydney University original community investors. specialist in electricity storage, told City Hub he expects to see this community model of electricity Today, 1 in 10 Australian homes have solar generation grow. panels adorning their roofs, but in the high density “Slowly initially but over time it will be quite a areas of Sydney’s inner suburbs, many people substantial part of the energy ecosystem in Australia simply do not have the roof space to install solar. and other countries,” Professor Vassallo said.

The volunteer-run organisation behind the The emergence of community owned solar solar project at Young Henry’s, Pingala, is run by farms is particularly relevant in light of the Tom Nockolds, who said the project was helping privatisation of NSW’s electricity network which Sydneysiders get involved in renewable energy. was passed through parliament in June.

“Renters and apartment dwellers, they actually Mr Kaye said if there isn’t opportunity for people can’t participate in the amazing solar rooftop to be direct owners of future electricity generation, revolution that is sweeping this country,” Mr NSW will become increasingly reliant on privately Nockolds said. owned energy ‘monopolies’.

“What community solar projects do is give

Cafe found exploiting workers Students Australia, Nina Khairina, said that the government should work with universities to provide more information services to vulnerable international students.

“There’s not enough help for international students for general inquiries – and more serious ones as well,” Ms Khairina said.

“There is a critical six month period, when international students become adjusted to Australian life and start to seek employment.

The universities should be able to identify those difficult periods. But it can’t be done just through the universities. The universities have to work alongside the student unions and the government to raise awareness.”

Ms Khairina said that hotlines, fliers, campaigns, open tables, and online forums should be used to educate international students about their workplace rights.

“If there’s any international students out there that are being exploited, don’t fear reporting it.

People are on your side at the moment, so please, please report it immediately,” she urged.

The owner-operator of the cafes, Kyung Jun Kim, and his company Marsil Pty Ltd, have paid back the employees in full, a total of $38,748 for the nine month period.

Mr Kim communicated with the Fair Work Ombudsman through an interpreter, and he has agreed to an independent audit of his company and will undertake workplace relations training.

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Public Exhibition Hyde Park Plan of Management and Master Plan amendment An amendment to the Hyde Park Plan of Management and Master Plan is on exhibition until 3 November 2015. The amendment will allow the NSW Government’s Anzac Memorial Centenary Project to be built.

The Centenary Project aims to complete architect Bruce Dellit’s original vision for the Anzac Memorial. The original design includes a new underground hall of service for education and exhibition purposes, and a water cascade from the Anzac Memorial to Liverpool Street in Hyde Park South.

The Hyde Park Plan of Management and Master Plan guides the design principles and restoration of original features in the park and assists the City in maintaining the park for the community.

You can view and comment on the amendment at sydneyyoursay.com.au Your feedback will inform the final amendment submitted to council later this year.

Printed copies are available for inspection at: • One Stop Shop (CBD) • Glebe Neighbourhood Level 2, Town Hall House, Service Centre 456 Kent Street, Sydney 186 Glebe Point Road Monday to Friday: 8am–6pm (cnr Wigram Road), Glebe Monday to Friday: 9am–5pm • Redfern Neighbourhood Service Centre • Kings Cross Neighbourhood 158 Redfern Street, Redfern Service Centre Monday to Friday: 9am–5pm; 50–52 Darlinghurst Road, Saturday: 9am–noon Kings Cross Monday to Friday: 9am–5pm; • Green Square Neighbourhood Saturday: 9am–noon Service Centre 100 Joynton Avenue, Zetland Monday to Friday: 10am–6pm Submissions marked ‘Hyde Park Plan of Management Amendment’ can be emailed to jjohnson@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au They can also be posted to: Chief Executive Officer, Attention: Joel Johnson, City of Sydney, GPO Box 1591, Sydney NSW 2001.

Please provide your comments in writing before 3 November 2015.

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BY KENJI SATO A recent case of extreme wage exploitation of international students has sparked calls for more government education on workers’ rights.

The Fair Work Ombudsman found that South Korean backpackers and students had been heavily under-paid at Incanto Coffee outlets in Sydney.

The employees were paid around $5.05 an hour. Under the Restaurant Industry Award, the employees were entitled to a minimum of $24.19 per hour, and up to $43.38 per hour during public holidays.

The three female employees, who spoke little English, had been working at the cafes for nine months.

The jobs had been advertised on a Korean website.

Before returning to South Korea, the employees contacted the Fair Work Ombudsman, sparking the investigation.

Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James said Fair Work inspectors are increasingly finding cases of employers from non-English speaking backgrounds not complying with Australian workplace relations laws.

“Anyone operating a business, including migrants, needs to ensure they take the time to understand the workplace laws applicable to their business,” Ms James said.

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Locals back in charge as Foreshore Authority bows out

BY CHRISTOPHER HARRIS The NSW Finance Minister has indicated that control of waterfront parkland in Pyrmont would ideally transfer to the City of Sydney, following the reshuffling of government authorities.

Finance Minister Dominic Perrottet met with City of Sydney Liberal Councillor Edward Mandla earlier this week, and told the councillor that transferring the park’s control to the City would ‘make sense’.

Ballaarat Park had been under the planning jurisdiction of the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority (SHFA), but the authority’s dissolution could see the City regain the planning controls it lost in 1992.

The City West Development Corporation took planning control from the City in the early ‘90s, who were then succeeded by the formation of SHFA in 1999.

City Hub understands that control of the land in Pyrmont will be given to Government Property NSW in the interim period, before possibly being given back to the City.

Clr Mandla told City Hub that the possible transfer would mean that there would be less bureaucracy and would give local residents more autonomy.

“With the Ballaarat Park, if you talk to SHFA, it is really difficult to talk to them about it. It was like it was all too difficult, but because now it is going to handed to Property NSW, and now hopefully, eventually the City, we can get somewhere,” Clr Mandla said.

Clr Mandla said he was impressed with how the government was removing duplication, and looking at ways to open things up to the public.

“There is two redundant parks there and the government want to make every possibility to make the park bigger. That’s good for

everybody– it benefits residents, and it benefits the environment,” he said. “[NSW Finance] Minister Perrottet has a particular eye for duplication, and realised there is nothing that the SHFA doesn’t do that someone else couldn’t do, with the specific examples including the City of Sydney, or Tourism NSW,” he said.

Clr Mandla said that the temporary transfer of control to Government Property NSW was a ‘good first step’, which would allow proper evaluation of who should manage the area.

The plan to dissolve the SHFA was revealed late last month, and generated a wide variety of reactions from local bodies around the inner city.

City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said she welcomed the move, as it could bring planning control back to the City.

Leichhardt Mayor Darcy Byrne said that the absence of a central planning body around the habour could mean uncoordinated decisions and that it would be managed by a “glorified real estate agent.”

A statement from Government Property NSW said that a transition period had commenced, during which the details of any changes to harvour foreshore management would be “worked out”.

“The potential transfer of Ballaarat Park had recently been the subject of discussions between SHFA and the City of Sydney. These discussions will remain on hold while the transition of SHFA’s functions are finalised,” the statement read.

The statement indicated that the government would “continue to engage with the City of Sydney and other stakeholders during this period.”

“No decision has been made to transfer specific land holdings to local councils at this stage.”

Elizabeth Elanius of Pyrmont Residents Action Group told City Hub that residents wanted the City to control the park.

“It is certainly what the locals want. We have been pushing ever since the redevelopment of Pyrmont wound down, for the transfer of land to the City, and we just keep getting fobbed off,” Ms Elanius said.

The NSW Finance Ministry referred questions to Government Property NSW. Ballaarat Park in Pyrmont. Source: Alt media

So what is this new Sydney Commission?

BY JACK SMITH The Greater Sydney Commission is set to be established later this year, with the state government confident that legislation will pass.

The commission’s aim, quite broadly, is to “work closely with councils and communities, helping Sydneysiders to get the most out of their neighbourhoods and suburbs”. Put simply, it is a planning committee that will help oversee the development of the Sydney area.

The committee will have 13 representatives, with one from each of six regional districts, a chair person, an economic commissioner, a social commissioner, an environment commissioner and a representative from the Department of Planning and Environment, Transport for NSW and the NSW Treasury.

The district commissioners will be represented by their local government officials. They will advise the government about the best way to manage their own areas and plan for future development, conducting reviews of environmental plans and rezoning proposals.

Greens Local Government MLC David Shoebridge slammed the commission, pointing to the undemocratic nature of its composition.

“People may not like their local councillors or their planning minister but at least they can throw them out at the ballot box,” Mr Shoebridge said.

“This will be a bunch of bureaucrats who’ll be entrenched by statute making decisions that will fundamentally change your neighbourhoods - that’s taking democracy out of planning,” he said The Commission is based off of the Greater London Authority in England, established in 1999.

NSW Premier Mike Baird said that NSW could benefit from following the English authority’s lead.

“Other major jurisdictions such as London have shown the way on how to better manage urban growth and provide choice and opportunity for housing and employment,” Mr Baird said last year.

“Major infrastructure projects like WestConnex extend across several council areas, so the Greater Sydney Commission will ensure planning for Sydney’s future is done in a holistic way.”

A priority for each district will be to manage affordable housing. The commission will be looking to aiding local and state government in this area.

Legislation for the Greater Sydney Commission will be brought into state parliament later -this month.

Grassroots campaign fueling Powerhouse

BY KENJI SATO Fierce opposition to Powerhouse Museum relocation plans peaked last week, when campaigners collected enough signatures to trigger a parliamentary debate.

Community group Friends of Ultimo collected the 10,000 signatures needed to get the issue onto the floor of parliament last Thursday.

The plans to relocate the museum has long been criticised by local community groups as a move by the government to sell inner-city land to developers.

The petition is set to be tabled in state Parliament by Independent Member for Sydney, Alex Greenwich.

Mr Greenwich told City Hub that he did not mind having the museum’s collection “shared across the state,” but said that the museum building itself was important to local residents as well as the local business community.

“The petition also talks about extending the collection to western Sydney, because it is a great collection which should be shared across the state, and especially western Sydney, because there is a great need there,” he said.

“Residents are also concerned that moving the Powerhouse from that site could mean the site could be redeveloped, meaning that that could add further congestion to the area. This area is already the most densely populated part of the country.”

“The Powerhouse is an important destination for Ultimo. It fits in with the science and technology hub that Ultimo is meant to be.”

The Save the Powerhouse Facebook page said that notion of moving the museum west was a “cover story Baird, the Liberals and their developer mates want us to eat up”.

“Presently, the historic Ultimo museum sits midway between a corridor of urban development’s taking place in Sydney, from Central Park to the Sydney Convention Centre and the Darling Quarter renewal,” the page said.

“Both sites feature a massive expansion of high rise apartments, and if the Powerhouse Museum site is sold, it will inevitably be swallowed 6

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up by the great Sydney land grab taking place by developers.”

“The real issues at play are political.

That is, the existing cultural and technological museum is to be relocated so that the Liberals may score some political points in the Sydney’s West.”

Convenor of community group Friends of Ultimo Mary Mortimer said she opposed the sell-off of the Powerhouse Museum, but that there should be another museum built in western Sydney.

“Western Sydney needs more museums and more opportunities to see some of the collections that the Powerhouse has. But the Powerhouse building, and much of the Powerhouse collection, belongs in this area, ” she said.

“They relate to the history of the local area, particularly at Ultimo and Pyrmont, and if they go to the western suburbs it will mean absolutely nothing to the people living in the western suburbs, but they’re a vital part of our Sydney MP Alex Greenwich with Save The Powerhouse members. Source: Supplied local history.”

Ms Mortimer said that the relocation of the Powerhouse Museum from the children of the inner city would be criminal.” would be a great loss to the inner city children, who had few open “What the state government must do is build another museum spaces to play in, as well as to schoolchildren visiting from across the building in western Sydney, and carefully select the parts of the state. collection that are meaningful for that part of Sydney.” she told City Hub. “Schoolchildren coming to visit from regional areas come to the “Put simply, to sell off the Powerhouse in the inner city is not only Powerhouse and the Maritime Museums, and it gives them a good depriving the inner city of that important resource, but it’s also going to overview of the maritime and industrial history of the area. If the be largely meaningless to the people to whom it is being moved.”

Powerhouse is sold, that opportunity will be lost, and to take that away

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The Galeries, Level 1, 500 George Street, Sydney (02) 9267 3699 lotusrestaurant. com.au Chinese $$$$ One Tea Lounge & Grill David Yip’s enthusiasm for what could broadly be termed stunt food is

crisp-skinned Cone Bay Barramundi ($32) on a heaving plate of crabmeat risotto – to make it attractive to locals.You’ll find the occasional spark of interest – like Salt Baked Celeriac ($18) with toasted hazelnuts, sweet and sour dressing and house-made ricotta – but mostly it’s straight-up, honest cooking of dishes you’ll recognise. The standout Braised Short Rib ($30) with buttery mash and glazed carrots proves no exception. Hotel-style service means nothing is too much trouble, from how you want your premium Aussie beef (Tajima) cooked, to Sommelier Jasmin Leighton not even flinching when your only wine descriptors are white or red. Jasmin commands quite an interesting list, with by-theglass selections like the Western Australian (Great Southern) 2013 Harewood Estate Chardonnay ($13) supplemented by Aussie benchmarks like the 2013 Mount Horrocks Cordon Cut Riesling ($52/bottle).

Take it against chef’s ode to Rhubarb Four Ways ($15) – counting may not be his forte, but cooking sure is.

159 Day Street, Sydney (02) 9260 2945 abodebistro.com Modern Australian $$$

palpable. That’s how I ended up with a rotating, dry ice billowing, Matcha Wheel One Tea Experience ($50/8 people) dominating my table. Not that I mind a bit of spectacle - lucky as it was followed by a glass cloche reveal of tea-smoked Gyokuro Smoked Octopus Avocado ($15) and more smoky wisps emanating from under a pretty Salmon Tartare ($13). The 300 degree Lava Stone Grill ($58/180g) landed with cubes of top-notch 9+ wagyu beef ready to sizzle and dip in yakiniku (BBQ) sauce and matcha salt.Yes, Japanese green tea pops up everywhere, though it’s best in the Matcha Lava Bomb ($20) dessert.

73 York Street, Sydney (02) 9279 3311 onetealounge.com.au Japanese, Cocktails $$$$

Hotel Palisade With a convict-cum-chic menu, craft beers and views of the coat hanger, one of Sydney’s oldest pubs has reopened with a vengeance.

Grab yourself a Feral Hop Hog ($6.50/$11) and pull up at the bar, or for some speakeasy elegance, take the Governors Gimlet ($16), a petite cocktail with gin, celery liqueur and lime, to the parlour room.The food is working class English, with a side of Sydney sophistication, like Potted Chicken Liver Pate ($12) topped with cider jelly, or Chicken and Tarragon Pie ($22) with minted peas and mash. End with smashed Toffee Cheesecake ($10) and a Spiced Negroni ($17) - the sweetness of the former caresses the bitterness of the latter nicely.

35 Bettington Street, Millers Point (0421) 001 474 hotelpalisade.com.au Pub Bistro $$

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TELSTRA IS PLANNING TO REMOVE A PAYPHONE

TELSTRA IS PLANNING TO REMOVE A PAYPHONE

It is proposed that two coin and card payphones be removed from: Outside 455 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Payphone ID: 02926413X2 & 02926151X2

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The next nearest coin and card payphone is located inside: Queen Victoria Building, Ground Floor, 455 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (approximately 50 metres away from the proposed location) Payphone ID: 02928350X2

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The Bach Eatery

By DJ Hookie After hearing whispers about The Bach Eatery, I thought I’d pop down one Sunday evening, and see for myself what the hype surrounding ‘New Zealand cuisine’ was all about.The predictably trendy interior was actually very welcoming, and sitting at a high table to the side of the restaurant gave an almost ‘diner style’ vibe,

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GREATER SYDNEY Lan Yuan Genius glossy wasabi mayonnaise in Lan Yuan Angus Beef ($26) makes it an easy favourite in Top Ryde’s new bamboo garden. Seek haven in Taoism or Buddhism - Tsing Tao ($8) or Lucky Buddha ($8). Peering through Chinese bamboo at the giant outdoor TV screen feels very Hong Kong.

The chefs are also from the former British colony, meaning they’re great at making Southern Chinese dishes for those who don’t tolerate heat, like gentle Live Pippies in XO ($30/500g).

For those that do, there’s Szechuan Chicken ($22). Lan Yuan Fried Rice ($18/small) proves worth the spend,

Ribs & Burgers Zetland With a smile that could light up a thousand service stations, we were greeted at the register by an enthusiastic attendee who wholeheartedly put the ‘zeal’ into Zetland. Taking a seat after ordering, I noticed the long queue of locals lining up for large brown paper bags to take away. The Old School Cheese Burger ($10.50) could have used a higher ‘patty to bun’ ratio, as the meat was its

By DJ Hookie Raw, organic and vegan are three words that I tend to ignore in my day-to-day life, unless I’m at Pana Chocolate in Alexandria, where it’s literally impossible to do so. But why turn down an opportunity to broaden my horizons and satiate the appetite of my vegan best friend? Well, there may be a few reasons.The Pana Chocolate Smoothie ($9.50) NEWTOWN & ENVIRONS The Grind & Co Restaurant in an abandoned train? How about a café in a shipping container? Christine and Rani Ousman’s new coffee and food bar The Grind & Co – nestled in the parking lot of an industrial thoroughfare – took me by surprise. The amazingly re-imagined shipping container surprisingly provides enough real estate for outstanding coffee to be prepared, alongside a decent selection of sandwiches and sweet treats. The top shelf cups of processed, sustainable 100% Arabica beans will no doubt be welcome addition to the area, as 8

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with tender scallops, king prawns and crab roe; and the Egg Yolk Tofu ($20) here is addictive.

Shop 4005, Level 1, Top Ryde Shopping Centre, Devlin Street, Ryde (02) 9808 1030 lanyuan.com.au Chinese $$$

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only decent feature. Pork Spare Ribs ($28.50) were a little on the dry side, but the smoky BBQ sauce was a savior, albeit thinly spread. Surprisingly, my standout were Chicken Wings ($9.50) with sticky soy. We also had a kick-ass Vanilla Malt Thick Shake ($7).

Tenancy 1 APEX Building, 6 Defries Avenue, Zetland (02) 9697 0888 ribsandburgers.com/au/ American $$-$$$ EASTERN SUBURBS & BEACHES The Village Inn After a tough week due to his ‘no high vis.’ dress code, Leeroy Petersen showed me what his new venue should

would satisfy anyone with a penchant for banana that’s been smashed within an inch of its life, and doesn’t mind the odd hint of coconut every now and then. Citrus Fruit Tart ($11.50), whilst immaculately presented (a common theme here), was perhaps too lemony, as we forgive its congealed texture in light of its raw constituents. I raise an eyebrow to my vegan dining partner, who ironically swats dead a small insect that was attempting to land atop the Banana Bread ($12.50), which would have been all the better if not for the raw caramel ice cream which had been smothered over one slice.

The refreshing Cacao Granola ($12.50), taught me that ‘brazil nut milk’ is actually worth a shot, even though it sounds wankier than almond milk. My standout were the Crepes ($11.50), which, while a little on the doughy side, were flavourful without being too rich, even for an enemy of sugar like me.

21 Fountain Street, Alexandria (1300) 717 488 panachocolate.com Dessert $

will the fine selection of edible bits on offer. With such a tasteful fit out and an impressively small footprint, I wouldn’t mind seeing more of these things pop up…

Heritage Business Park, 5-9 Ricketty Street, Alexandria (0416) 509 806 thegrindandco.com.au Café $ The Cross Eyed Dog A level-by-level revamp is occurring in Zanzibar, with the first floor bar summoning the 1920s and turning out a surprising range of bespoke whisky cocktails. The Jam and Smoke ($19.50) standout tames Bruichladdich Port Charlotte with Grand Marnier, lemon, egg

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By Alex Harmon It doesn’t feel like a food court restaurant inside a shopping mall, in fact it doesn’t feel like you’re inside at all. Mrs Mi in Chatswood Chase brings the authentic taste of Northern China’s Shanxi region into what appears to be a bustling and vibrantly coloured street-side location.You may not know the Shanxi province, but you do need to discover their specialty: knife-shaved noodles – made by none other than the robot chef.

The Braised Beef with Noodles ($14.80) are the freshest you’ll taste; in fact it’s all fresh - you can see the (human) chefs preparing everything right before your eyes. Go for the Handmade Dumplings ($14.80) – it’s best to grab a selection of naturally

something right up my alley. Friendly staff and a local Gen X crowd made the trendiness more palatable. I’m in a Kiwi joint, so, as safe a bet as I assumed the 2013 Earth’s End Central Otago Pinot Noir ($13.50/glass) would be, the less thematic Chocolate Box Barossa GSM ($11/glass) proved a slightly better choice of poison.

Thirlmere Chicken Liver Pate ($19) wasn’t the best I’ve had, but Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragout ($22) redeemed it, if only for the slow cooked egg hiding below the mountain of welcomed Parmesan. Broccoli & Almond Butter ($8) was literally just steamed broccoli with shaved almonds on top, which I could have made at home, after a night on the substances with Robert Downey Jr.The 16 Hour Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder ($22) was pretty decent, even if the carrot puree served no additional flavour purpose and reminded me of why restaurants now tend to avoid the ‘puree swipe’, for fear of appearing slightly naff.

399 King Street, Newtown (02) 8084 4093 bacheatery.com.au Kiwi $$

white and marmalade, without losing the whisky’s peaty intent.

Their Hunter Valley wine focus means you can accompany your tender, char-grilled Hanger Steak ($22) with juicy red 2014 Chambourcin ($11/glass). It’s decked out with house-made chipotle butter and teamed with brilliant chips, crisp onion rings and smoked jus. I’d return just to eat it again. And while it’s hard to top, Mushroom Raviolo ($17.50) puts up a good fight with toothsome pasta and Vegemiteenhanced filling.

Level 1, Zanzibar, 323 King Street, Newtown (02) 9519 1511 zanzibarnewtown.com.au Pub Bistro $$

be known for – good food. Inside the once ‘durty’ old Irish bar, you’ll now be bathed in natural light as you tuck into The Underwood ($18) with braised, pickled beef, honey carrots and mustard on toasted soy linseed bread.

Pet Two Four ($17): ham hock terrine with duck rillette win best tasting pun (ducks have two legs and pigs have four). The lighter Nordic ($17) cured salmon with smoked baby potatoes and crunchy capers, pairs nicely with Pfeiffer Pinot Gris ($12/glass); and the snazzy ‘tradies’ doughnut’: Chocolate Churros ($8) goes down a treat.

9-11 Glenmore Road, Paddington (02) 9331 0911 thevillageinn.com.au Pub Food $$ ACME While the much-lauded ACME’s Macaroni, Pig’s Head, Egg Yolk ($18)

Mrs Mi is undeniably delicious, you might be left wondering: where’s the rest of it? Engaging staff do give adequate warning duos need three pastas, three entrees, salad and probably dessert.

Gnawing on a fistful of raw baby Turnips in Bottaga Butter ($12), it’s hard not to contemplate food costs especially as a snack-sized half roasted Beetroot on Macadamia Butter ($14) lands, accentuated by grated coffee bean. The winning aspect is Chef Mitch Orr’s imaginative combinations: Beef Tartare, Prawn and Burnt Onion ($24) and Spaghetti ($24) with calamari and Korean bolognaise. Foamy Coconut Rice Cream ($10), hiding a treasure trove of caramelized white chocolate, nails dessert.

60 Bayswater Road, Rushcutters Bay (02) 8068 0932 weareacme.com.au Modern Australian $$$

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colourful dumplings (purple sweet potato, beetroot and spinach supply the colours). Cleanse the palate in between with the surprisingly delightful Cherry Tomatoes in Plum Juice ($7.80); then dive into the Taiwan-Style Fried Chicken ($15.80) - the perfect street food.

These lightly tempered parcels may not be traditional to the region, but they don’t disappoint either. Neither do the crowd favourite: Pan Fried Pork Buns ($11.80), which ooze sweet, tender pork from inside their delicate casings. End your feast with a Mango Pudding ($7.80) – and unlike the noodle chef, there’s nothing artificial about this flavour.

Shop B-040, Lower Ground, Chatswood Chase, 345 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood (02) 9904 6375 facebook.com/mrsmiaustralia Chinese $-$$ The Dandylion Bondi The demise of movie rentals has seen Chitti Lardi open a fully-fledged vegetarian diner (with vegan options) in an old Bondi DVD store. Popular dishes include Caramelised Tempeh, Shitake Mushrooms & Kale Dumplings ($18) with chilli and sweet miso sauce, and brie-stuffed Portobello Mushrooms ($19).

Pumpkin Ravioli with Goats Cheese ($24) are out of this world - testament to there being an Italian chef in the house.

The Dead Man’s Chest ($16) – containing Sailor Jerry, Cointreau, orange and passionfruit = entices you to batten down the hatches and make a night of it at the bar.The dandiest dessert ever goes to the Peanut Butter and Orange Tiramisu ($13), served with a flower and a smile.

277 Bondi Road, Bondi (02) 9365 1567 dandylion.com.au Vegetarian,Vegan $$

By Jackie McMillan

Work Lunches

Driving through Orange NSW last month I got a behind-the-scenes peek at the Fresh Fodder factory. Max Schofield showed me through his rapidly expanding small business, and explained firsthand why his taramosalata is known as ‘the gangster dip’.All I’ll say is his father’s act of kindness clearly paid off.While I was there, I got to sample their new White Taramosalata [RRP $4.99], which I predict could be your gateway to getting to love this traditional dip. Spicy Semi Dried Tomato and Feta [RRP $5.99] was another strong favourite. Max has also added salads to the range – great for work lunches. Freekah, Lentil and Kale with Spinach Felafel [RRP $6.99] won me by nailing healthy without being boring. www.freshfodder.com.au I also got my hands on some Kikkoman Inspir-Asian microwavable rice products. While I’m generally not a fan of pre-flavoured rice products, my partner did find the Rice Inspir-Asian Korean Bibimbap [RRP $3.79] and the Rice Inspir-Asian Teriyaki [RRP $3.79] convenient lunch-sized companions to complement homemade curries. What’s even better is they only take 45 seconds to make in the work microwave – perfect for those days you’re so busy it’s lunch al-desko. www.kikkoman.com.au

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White Rabbit

28-34 O’Connell Street, Sydney (02) 9221 1841 whiterabbitsydney.com This upmarket CBD bar is not only a hotbed of silver foxes in suits; it’s also a great place to just kick back with carafes of cocktails and watch the world hurry by.White Rabbit is the place to go if you need to trick someone into thinking you’ve got your shit together.

After a carafe of the Alice in Wonderland ($17): vodka, Licor 43, passionfruit and apple juice, followed by another of the Dr Jekyll ($17): gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh watermelon juice and cucumber, I was convinced that one more drink might have sent my date and I stumbling out of the rabbit hole. Slightly inebriated and armed with two forks, we shared the surprisingly large Lamb Pie ($22), which featured White Rabbit Dark Ale and crispy butter pastry.As we ate our weight in pie in the sun, surrounded by suits, we laughed about the embarrassing states of our Linkedin profiles.

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Where the Locals Go A Guide to Pyrmont and Ultimo Welcome to Pyrmont Ultimo Editor’s Note: The Pyrmont Ultimo area is not only one of the most historically rich areas of our beautiful city, it’s also one that is driving Sydney towards the future. Pyrmont Ultimo has continued to transform since its redevelopment in the ‘90s, and today the heritage precinct of Union Square coexists with a myriad of restaurants, creative businesses and modern landmarks such as Darling Harbour.

As one of the most densely populated areas in Australia, the locals of Pyrmont Ultimo come from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, giving the area its unique mix of retailers, eateries, hotels and more.

Where The Locals Go has been put together by a talented and hardworking team of contributors, all of whom relish the delights, quirk and beauty that is Pyrmont Ultimo, and I am proud to present such a comprehensive guide of local stop-offs.

- Sam :)

Editor: Sam Caldwell Cover Photo: Chris Peken Group Manager: Chris Peken

Publisher: Lawrence Gibbons Contributors: Cherie Brady, Elias Kwiet, Nicholas Johnson, Adam Marshall, Peta Gilbert

8Hotels

Aspire Hotel

Belle Property Pyrmont

Blue Eye Dragon

In 2003, 8Hotels began by leasing a 14-room hotel in the heart of Darlinghurst. Today, the boutique hotel company boasts 21 hotels across Australia and the world. With the Park8 Hotel, Kirketon Hotel, Pensione Hotel and Aarons Hotel all in the Sydney city limits, and a reputably friendly staff across all its hotels, 8Hotels will have your accommodation needs sorted.

Ultimo’s Aspire Hotel is a place of family-friendly, affordable accommodation in a perfect location that provides easy access to some of Sydney’s most iconic destinations such as Darling Harbour and the Goods Line. Offering wi-fi, balcony rooms, delicious breakfasts, ample parking and laundry services, Aspire Hotel caters for all needs – whether your stay’s long or short.

Comprised of a team of agents dedicated to the principles of trust, integrity and sincerity, Belle Property Pyrmont boasts a reputation for its attention to detail and overall professionalism. Winner of the Australian Real Estate Award three years in a row, the Belle Pyrmont team is one you can trust to provide for your needs and leave you smiling.

Blue Eye Dragon is an award-winning Taiwanese restaurant that will tempt you with its exceptional service and authentic Asian cuisine. Originally a church hall, the now renovated restaurant boasts a quirky atmosphere with a unique ambience. From melt-in-your-mouth dumplings to perfectly cooked beef pancakes, what more could any diner ask for?

9611 8888, 8hotels.com

Australian National Maritime Muse Australia’s national centre for maritime collections, exhibitions, research and archaeology, the Maritime Museum is the best place to learn about Australia’s maritime history without even leaving the city. Situated on the iconic Darling Harbour, the museum provides an ever-changing program of exhibitions and events to over half a million people a year – a great way to have fun and learn something new.

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383-389 Bulwara Rd, Ultimo. 9211 1499

102/56 Bowman St, Pyrmont. 8570 1111, belleproperty.com/pyrmont

Bar Zini

Broadway Healthcare

Bar Zini delivers Italian food with a modern twist.

A cosy café by day and bustling restaurant and wine bar by night, Bar Zini offers an extensive selection of Australian and European beers, wines and spirits and only the freshest produce. With an innovative seasonal menu and quality Italian cuisine, this restaurant is one of Pyrmont’s finest.

A one stop shop for healthcare needs, Broadway Healthcare houses seven quality practises for a variety of needs, such as Broadway General Practice, Dental Connect, Laverty Pathology, Fresh Therapeutics Compounding Pharmacy, Eyecare Plus and the Diabetes Australia Centre. Have all your medical needs addressed in the one central location at Broadway Healthcare.

78 Harris St, Pyrmont. 9660 5718, barzini.com.au

Lvl 1/1 Bay St, Ultimo. 9281 5085, broadwayhealthcare.com.au

37 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont. 9518 9955, blueeyedragon.com.au

Broadway Shopping Centre Conveniently located in the central park area of the city, Broadway Shopping Centre is the perfect place for any shopping trip, big or small. Offering free and easy two hour parking, the complex boasts an extensive variety of shops, a food court and cinema, all in a place that’s small enough to properly navigate around without getting lost.

1 Bay St, Broadway, 9213 3333, broadway.com.au

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Café Morso

Crust Pyrmont

Doltone House

Gallon

Less than 5 minutes from the CBD, Café Morso provides the whole package: delicious food, stunning views and impeccable service. Enjoy a white corn and Gruyère cheese quesadilla for a morning treat, or stop by their Panini bar for lunch on the water’s edge. With a relaxed feel and harbour views, Café Morso is without a doubt a local favourite.

The team at Crust Pyrmont pride themselves on their fresh, authentic ingredients and unique flavour combinations. Each pizza is made by hand using freshly sourced ingredients to create adventures in your mouth with scrumptious, shareable pizza, good value and excellent service. Plus, they have four new classic pizzas to try in November – be sure to check it out.

Situated on the striking foreshore of Sydney Harbour and fringed by the Harbour Bridge and city skyline, Doltone House is one of Sydney’s most popular heritage venues. With several awards and accolades, Doltone House is commonly used as the perfect wedding venue, however, can also host your next corporate function, meeting or formal.

Sophistication is the first thing that comes to mind when one mentions Gallon. This wine bar and restaurant is saturated in history and culture, originally purchased for a gallon of rum by John Macarthur in 1799. With a rustic interior and a mouth-watering menu made fresh in the kitchen, Gallon is a perfect place for lunch, dinner, or a quiet afternoon drink.

108/26-32 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, 9692 0111. cafemorso.com.au

Culture At Work Combining art and science, Culture At Work is an artist-led Australian research institute. The hub focuses on connecting art with science through collaborations, exhibitions, public talks and events, as well as supporting the innovation of artists and researchers in residence. As well as their thoughtprovoking public events, the institute also offers educational programs for a range of audiences.

6-8 Scott St, Pyrmont. 95188813. cultureatwork.com.au

208 Harris St, Pyrmont. 9566 1933, crust.com.au

Cyren Bar & Grill If you’re looking for great service and quality food in a prime location then look no further than Cyren Bar & Grill. With fresh seafood and a waterfront setting, this bustling restaurant offers both indoor and alfresco dining. The extensive menu will leave you spoilt for choice and the Harbourside backdrop will have you coming back for more.

197/2-10 Darling Drive, Sydney, 1300 989 989, cyrenrestaurant.com.au

19-21/26-32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, 8571 0622, doltonehouse.com.au

Harbourside Shopping Centre Situated on the water’s edge of Darling Harbour, the Habourside Shopping Centre is a dining, retail, fashion and entertainment super-centre. Alongside the authentic Indian, Asian and European cuisine, laser skirmish and bowling alley, plus the usual retail brands and outlets like Cotton On, Coucher and Giordano, it also hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday in the foodcourt and a firework show on Saturday nights.

231/2-10 Darling Drive, Sydney, 8204 1888, harbourside.com.au

LJ Hooker Pyrmont

LuMi Bar & Dining

Myvalet 8Hotels

Whether you’re buying, selling or moving in or around Pyrmont, LJ Hooker will hook you up. Conveniently located along Pyrmont’s Harris Street, LJ Hooker Pyrmont boasts a friendly and helpful team derived entirely from backgrounds in sales and property management. No matter the reason for your visit to the team, you’ll be in good hands.

Serving up some delicious, modern Italian food with a Japanese twist is Pyrmont’s LuMi. Elegant modern décor and soft lighting produce an atmosphere of intimacy that makes the already delicious food even better, while the glass walls provide gorgeous views of Darling Harbour. For a dining experience like no other, be sure to check out this modern gem.

Taking convenience to a new level, Myvalet is a locally owned specialist dry cleaning service that has incorporated pickup and delivery services into its model. Specialising in corporate dry cleaning, Myvalet offers same-day cleaning of everything from legal-wear and business-wear to bed linen, delivered straight to your office, all for competitive prices.

5/233 Harris St, Pyrmont, 9660 8933, pyrmont.ljhooker.com.au

Made In Italy Pyrmont Made In Italy is a go-to Italian joint for Pyrmont locals and visitors alike. The team use fresh ingredients, traditionally cooked, to deliver simple but delicious authentic Italian flavours. With perfect, thin pizzas and divine pasta, the food at Made In Italy tastes as if it was, well, made in Italy.

55 Miller St, Pyrmont, 9518 8182, madeinitaly.com.au

56 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, 9571 1999, lumidining.com

Monkey Baa Theatre Company Monkey Baa is a theatre company that has earned a reputation for creating relevant, thought provoking and generally outstanding theatre over its soon-tobe 20-year history. Residing at the Lend Lease Darling Quarter Theatre, the Monkeys have brought over 2000 performances to life and continue working hard to keep the heart of theatre alive.

8624 9341, monkeybaa.com.au

131-133 Murray St, Pyrmont, 1300 698 253, myvalet.com.au

117 Harris St, Pyrmont, 0402 799 557, gallon.com.au

Ian Thorpe Aquatic & Fitness Centre Named in honour of Australia’s most successful swimmer, the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre provides health and aquatic programs for all age groups and fitness levels. The distinctive wave-shaped building hosts swimming lessons, fitness groups, school programs as well as recreational swimming, and provides a range of facilities including a spin room, disability access and family change rooms.

458 Harris St, Ultimo, 9518 7220, itac.org.au

Novotel Sydney On Darling Harbour A stay at Novotel Sydney On Darling Harbour means experiencing the vibrancy and beauty of the city in four-and-a-half star comfort. A ten minute stroll across Pyrmont Bridge from the CBD, Novotel Sydney On Darling Harbour’s excellent facilities include its concept restaurant, The Ternary – the perfect place for a buffet breakfast start to the day.

100 Murray St, Pyrmont, 9934 0000, novoteldarlingharbour.com.au

Powerhouse Museum

Pyrmont Cellars

A fun and informative day out for kids and adults alike, the Powerhouse Museum is the best way to explore arts and science in an interactive way.

Located in the old Ultimo Power Station, the museum has a rich history and today boats 12 huge permanent exhibitions, complemented by an everchanging program of new ones.

Along with its excellent selection of fine and boutique wines, the best thing about Pyrmont Cellars is the sheer amount of knowledge its staff bring to the table – whether you want to talk beer, wine or spirits. It’s also partnered with the Sydney Wine Centre and offers some of the best wine tastings in Sydney.

500 Harris St, Ultimo. 9217 0111, maas.museum/powerhouse-museum

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Where the Locals Go A Guide to Pyrmont and Ultimo Cosmetic physician Dr Mariusz Gajewski or Dr Maz as he is better known.

Dr Maz has dedicated his career to medicine and the art of of cosmetic procedures.

Star Cosmetic Medicine is a premier Cosmetic Surgery/Medispa.

Staff of 25. Trusted by local and international personalities.

As seen in Cosmopolitan, Today Tonight, Kyle and Jacky O etc.

And the main trainer for other doctors in the use dermal fillers and wrinkle injections.

Located in the grounds of a 140 year old Victorian mansion and in the heart of Pyrmont.

But most importantly Dr Maz and his team are committed to giving an honest and personal service.

Natural results and ethical consultations.

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Pyrmont Community Bank Branch, Bendigo Bank Catering for a variety of banking needs is the Pyrmont Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank and its trustworthy staff. Moreover, it’s a genuinely community-centric bank. It was established in 2008 after over a year of consultations with interested community members, and now supports a myriad of local events, food drives and fundraisers.

148 Harris Street, Pyrmont. 9518 9866, facebook.com/PyrmontCommunityBankBranch

Red Bottle Pyrmont

Star Cosmetic Medicine

Sydney Fish Market

Red Bottle Pyrmont is a local bottle-o that provides excellent service for the local community. It boasts a great range of premium spirits, beers, wines and sparkling, and even offers a local delivery service, all for affordable prices. No matter the occasion for your next bottle shop stop-off, Red Bottle will have you sorted.

Dr Mariusz Gajewski AKA Dr Maz has dedicated his career to medicine and the art of cosmetic procedures, and has a passion for helping people look and feel their best. He and his experienced team at Star Cosmetic Medicine are cosmetic medicine specialists and offer a range of services such as wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lipolysis and more.

The largest of its kind in the Southern hemisphere; the Sydney Fish Market is an essential visit for local and visiting seafood lovers alike. And it isn’t just a one-stop seafood shop! The markets also offer behind the scenes tours, seafood cooking class hosted

by Australia’s leading chefs and some deliciously cooked meals, all overlooking a stunning wharf view

42 Harris St, Pyrmont, 9571 6466, redbottle.com.au

Snap Fitness Pyrmont

St Frock

Snap Fitness Pyrmont is a world-class 24-hour gym.

Along with its excellent modern facilities, Snap offers a qualified experienced staff that work hard to provide motivation and a diverse range of training styles. With such a safe and comfortable training environment, Snap is a fantastic place to really enjoy reaching your health and fitness goals.

From humble beginnings selling clothes at weekend markets, St Frock has become a favourite boutique and online store by lovers of style across Sydney.

Shoppers will find everything from cute flowy summer dresses to business attire, maternity wear and accessories, all at reasonable prices. The perfect way to sooth any fashion itch.

1/209 Harris St, Pyrmont, 0432 544 902, snapfitness.com.au/pyrmont

18 Union St, Pyrmont.

8068 2366, stfrock.com.au

TAFE Sydney Institute

Telstra Shop Broadway

TAFE Sydney Institute is one of Australia’s best and oldest vocational education and training institutes.

It has a strong reputation for providing innovative education, and sees over 70,000 students pass through its doors every year. With seven colleges across town and over 600 nationally recognised courses and training programs, TAFE Sydney Institute is truly a world-class education provider.

Whether you’re after the latest and greatest phone plan or just a prepaid to get the job done, Telstra Shop Broadway is the perfect place. It’s friendly team is incredibly up-to-date with the newest upgrades and technologies, and allow customers to a have test drive before purchasing – the best way to buy a phone.

1300 360 601, sydneytafe.edu.au

Bay St, Broadway, 15119a/1 Broadway, Ultimo, 92802000, 4011, telstra.com.au 9514 uts.edu.au

1 Union St, Pyrmont, 9518 4984, starcosmeticmedicine.com.au

Sydney Heritage Fleet The Sydney Heritage Fleet is a museum that restores and operates heritage vessels. It currently comprises of ten historical ships, the oldest of which is the 1874 iron barque James Craig, which is regularly put to sea under full sail for guests to enjoy. The Fleet is truly an interactive and exciting way to experience Sydney’s rich history.

58 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, 9298 3888, shf.org.au

University of Technology, Sydney Known for its iconic tower, UTS is a local Sydney university with a strong focus on innovation and industry-focused, practical education. Offering over 130 undergraduate and 210 postgraduate courses – many in emerging disciplines – the world-class facilities, leading researchers and strong industry links make UTS a university that has really embraced the future of education.

15 Broadway, Ultimo, 9514 2000, uts.edu.au

Bank St & Pyrmont Bridge Rd. Pyrmont, 9004 1100, sydneyfishmarket.com.au

Sydney Seafood 8Hotels School Sydney Seafood School is the largest cooking school in Australia and sees over 13,000 guests attending its classes every year – classes that accommodate for everyone from beginners seeking culinary skills to proper foodies looking for new and exiting ways of preparing seafood. For a fun, rewarding and overall useful experience, Sydney Seafood School will provide.

Bank St & Pyrmont Bridge Rd. Pyrmont, 9004 1111 sydneyfishmarket.com.au/seafood-school/about-sss

Urban Oasis Urban Oasis is a boutique fashion and giftware brand that offers a range of rare and handpicked fashion, fragrances, body care products and accessories. Established a decade ago by two young Aussie designers, the products are sourced from independent producers and are available online, and offer gift-wrapping and delivery services to boot.

121 Harris St, Pyrmont, 9571 1580, urbanoasis.com.au

The Goods Line

The Star

Vulcan Hotel

Zaaffran

Connecting Ultimo and Darling Harbour for pedestrians and cyclists is The Goods Line – a thoroughfare and public green space. It provides traffic-free access to a range of important locations such as the ABC and UTS, and offers a range of places to enjoy a picnic or sit in the sun or even have a hit of table tennis.

The Star is an entertainment precinct that provides a touch of class and luxury to Sydney. Located on the shores of Pyrmont with some stunning harbour and city views, The Star boasts a range of restaurants and eateries, five star accommodation, luxury and designer retailers, one of Sydney’s hottest nightclubs – Marquee – as well as a world-class casino.

Originally offering high class lodging for wool, shipping and iron works employees, the heritage-listed Vulcan Hotel today continues to pride itself in providing top quality accommodation. Conveniently located in Ultimo, there’s plenty to do in the local area to stay entertained. Or, you could grab a bite at the Café Vulcan before enjoying a glass of wine in the landscaped courtyard

If you’re after traditional Indian cuisine in a contemporary and laid back setting, Zaaffran is the place for you. Alongside its exceptional Darling Harbour views, Zaaffran boasts the finest fresh seafood, meat and vegetables cooked with exotic Indian herbs and spices, award-winning wines and excellent service.

Railway Square to Macarthur Street, Ultimo. darlingharbour.com/things-to-do/the-goods-line

80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont, 9777 9000, star.com.au

500 Wattle St, Ultimo, 9211 3283, vulcanhotel.com.au

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Where the Locals Go A Guide to Pyrmont and Ultimo ARTS FEATURE

Pyrmont-Ultimo: from “Dirt Pile” to Domestic Playground

BY JAMIE APPS Throughout its history, the Pyrmont-Ultimo area has gone through some very distinct periods. Some very drastic changes along the way have seen it evolve from an industrial hub, to essentially a derelict “dirt pile”, before emerging as the vibrant, dynamic and creative hub that it currently is.

Due to it’s proximity to Darling Harbour and shipping ports the area initially became a prime spot for industrial projects such as factories, a booming wool trade, a sugar refinery and a power station. However after WWII, these industries began deserting the area, which quickly eroded and became a virtual slum. Right up until 1995, the area was simply viewed as the “carpark between the CBD and Inner West”, according to Pyrmont-Ultimo Chamber Of Commerce Vice-President Erica Reynolds.

In 1995 the Federal and State governments instituted a multibillion dollar revitalisation project which has seen the popularity of the area skyrocket in terms of residential growth. Miss Reynolds, who has also been a resident of the area since 2002, said “I remember moving to Pyrmont and it was just starting to kick-off with the local community, a lot of families have come into the area.

There’s a really good diverse mixture of people from young families, older families, corporate business people, creative people and young singles.”

This rapid population growth in turn enticed an entirely new sector of business into the area, spurring on further growth in the hospitality and creative sectors in particular.

Pyrmont-Ultimo is now the digital creative hub of Sydney, with 51.9 tech-startups per square kilometre. A diverse range of big businesses such as Google, Network Ten, Fairfax and multiple radio stations have also moved in alongside these startups.

The smaller startups have been aided in their growth through the creation of creative “hothouses” like Fishburners and WOTSO, which act as collaborative co-working spaces for creative entrepreneurs and has seen opportunities for aspiring creative types flourish in Pyrmont-Ultimo’s converted woodsheds and warehouses.

Given the proximity, it would be easy to assume that the area would be dominated by business, but that is far from the case with nearly 20,000 people currently living on the peninsular, with more apartments being built by the day. In the most recent census, Pyrmont-Ultimo overtook Kings Cross and Potts Point to become the mostly densely populated area in Australia.

With all of this talk about business and population density, you could easily think that Pyrmont-Ultimo is just a bleak concrete jungle. But the residents and local community have been keenly aware of this becoming a problem, so they have been very proactive in protecting the natural beauty of the area. As Miss Reynolds put it: “The residents are really proud to live in Pyrmont, so there’s been a lot of action taken through little groups which pushed to have the area looking beautiful” and to ensure that there are lots of green spaces, parks and playgrounds around which complement the beautiful harbour views.

Another area in which the local residents have been quite proactive in is supporting local businesses. “There is a real push by a lot of locals to shop local, be local and embrace the local atmosphere. You can really feel the sense of community,” said Reynolds, before going on to say: “With a lot of other suburbs you live there but go elsewhere to shop or be entertained, but the advantage with Pyrmont is that you don’t have to do that because it offers everything.”

In regards to entertainment, Pyrmont-Ultimo offer a little bit of something for everyone from fine dining in

PUCC Vice President Erica Reynolds and her son, Hunter - Photo by Chris Peken restaurants such as Blue Eyed Dragon or Signorelli, which miss Reynolds says “[have] the best service in Sydney and the most amazing food as well”. For those after a more relaxed dining experience, Harris Street has a plethora of amazing cafes, some of which are owned and operated by locals who previously worked with the likes of Neil Perry and Tetsuya Wakuda – so they have some mind-blowing food to go along with fantastic coffee. Families can enjoy a quiet bike ride around Pirrama Park, taking in the

breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour before calling in at the Fish Markets to pick up some of the freshest fish in the country to cook themselves at home. Residents don’t even have to leave the suburb for big events, with the Pyrmont Festival now a yearly occurrence and with VIVID Light Festival now entering into the suburb.

“There are a lot of things to do in the local community, if you just look around I think you’d be set for life,” concluded Reynolds.

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Worldly Treats Now Availalbe at Broadway

A new world of beautiful and authentic Russian treats is now available at Broadway Shopping Centre.

The only Russian patisserie in Sydney, IZBA Russian Treats specialises in authentic Russian cakes and pastries.

Rogacheva opened the cafe in June, working with French chef Philippe Koch to translate her family recipes to a commercial environment.

“Most of the recipes are my family’s recipes,” she says. Favourites include the signature honey cake with sour cream, and the store’s namesake Izba which incorporates sour cherries.

Rogacheva, 30, moved to Australia five years ago to study a masters in business at

Taking the Stress out of Going to the Doctor

the University of Technology and decided to stay to share her love of Russian culture with Australians. Olga chose Broadway as the location for the second store because it is close to Central train station.

The opening of the patisserie means that a whole new dimension has been added to the shopping centre, with Broadway becoming renowned for its international assemblage.

• For Lunch Cottage-cheese blini, mushroom and chicken pies, the cakes • For Dessert ‘The Izba’ signature honey cake with sour cream and cherries • Something different try their new liquer range

The stress of going to the doctor can be nauseating. No one wants to visit the doctor, but if you have to go, you may as well do it in style.

City Doc in Redfern is the latest contribution to the gentrified suburb.

But who said innovation is limited to the hipster cafes and boutique bars that line the pavements?

A metres long aquarium built into the reception desk will get your visit off to a relaxing start.

Wave at the weaving tropical fish that swim by and relax into a calmer state, priming you for the care and comprehensive services the surgery offers.

A US study found that watching a real

aquarium has been shown to reduce muscle tension and the pulse rate in elderly subjects.

It’s not just a gimmick though.

The use of fish for relaxation is emblematic of the centre’s commitment to empowering patients to have more control over their health, with preventative medicines as well as a wealth of experience with primary care.

“As dedicated partners in your healthcare team our physicians and staff understand their responsibility to provide you with the best advice in your choice of preventing and managing illness.”

“Our team who have years of experience, knowledge and expertise recognize the need to keep abreast of the advances in healthcare, so that we may provide you with the best choices.”

Public Notice 43 Waterloo Street, Surry Hills The City of Sydney gives notice of its intention to give an Order under the Local Government Act 1993 to the Estate of Late A M Koller and the Estate of Late J W Walton requiring the following to be done to the property: • Remove and appropriately dispose of all excess and/or overgrown vegetation and discarded waste materials that may attract vermin at the rear yard of the premises.

• Take down and appropriately dispose of the unstable Chinese Hackberry (Celtis sinense) tree located in the rear yard of the premises to the satisfaction of the City’s Tree Management Officer. Such work must only be undertaken by a suitably qualified arborist.

If these representations aren’t made within 14 days, the Order will be issued, allowing 28 days to carry out the above requirements.

Any representations can be made to Damian Zammit, the City’s Area Manager Health & Building, on 02 9288 5904 or dzammit@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au If you are related to the deceased owner, please contact Damian Zammit on 02 9288 5904 or dzammit@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au For more information call 02 9265 9333 or email council@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Al Murray – One Man, One Guvnor British comedian Al Murray (better known by his on-stage persona and alter-ego The Pub Landlord) is bringing his new live show One Man, One Guvnor to a number of cities around Australia this October, as well as a special show at Just For Laughs Sydney. With numerous television appearances, best-selling books and DVD’s, and huge award winning stand-up tours, Murray is much-admired not just in the UK, but internationally as well.

As a celebration of twenty years in the business, these milestone shows are sure to be filled with some of Murray’s best ‘fan-favourite’ material from the past, as well as some great new gags. The selfproclaimed ‘King Cnut of Common Sense’ will have you crying of laughter for almost two hours straight. Murray’s effortless stage presence and excellent comedic timing make The Pub Landlord one of the greatest stand-up acts of our time, even after twenty years still with his pint of lager and iconic red and blue stage suit.

With previous sell out shows in Sydney and Melbourne, this publican turned politician with his no nonsense stereotypical British banter and clever repartee with the audience (while never missing a beat) will make One Man, One Guvnor a show not to miss. (ASha) Oct 19-21. Playhouse, Sydney Opera House. $69.90.Tickets & info: sydneyoperahouse.com/ justforlaughs or SOH Box Office: 9250 1777 or Ticketek: ticketek.com.au, 132 849.

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A story about a young man named Lucky faced with an ultimatum from a female mobster named Paula, and her standover man Muzzo, to repay the $12,000 he stole from them or have his head

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The 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art’s latest commission features Indonesian artist Jumaadi. For the production, entitled Journal Of Dusk, Jumaadi has created a show with shadow puppets, drawing on a form of traditional Indonesian theatre known as wayang kulit.“I grew up with wayang kulit performances around me, but I was never allowed to be part of them,” he explained.“It has a long tradition and can be difficult to be a part of if you are not born into a family of shadow puppet artists. My family were farmers.”

Inspired and undeterred, Jumaadi taught himself, experimenting with different materials and light sources to cast shadows.Along with painting and sculpture, he has been working in this medium for the last 10 years. In 2013 he represented Australia at the 5th Moscow Biennale of Contemporary Art in Russia with the shadow puppet play The Woman Who Married The Mountain.

“For Journal of Dusk I have made paper and cardboard cut outs, figurative and abstract motives,”

Jumaadi revealed. “I think I have made more than a hundred cutouts or characters… they will appear and disappear simultaneously, changing shape and form. There will be coloured scenes gently poured onto the screen to add a poetic touch to the visual and theatrical part of the play.”

Exploring the historical relationship between Australia and Indonesia, Journal of Dusk will examine themes of migration and identity during the 20th century period of Dutch colonisation.

As Jumaadi explained, no performance is the same: “The shadow play is full of surprises… we can’t make the exact same shadows each time we perform. The world of shadows is a different realm to what you see and experience in day-to-day life. Each sound and movement counts towards the whole.” (ASim) Oct 16 & 17. 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art, 181-187 Hay St Sydney. $15 with Children’s Workshop & Performance Oct 17.

Tickets & info: 4a.com.au

The Maronation Tour screwed off. Feeling threatened, but determined, the play follows Lucky’s story as he makes his way through Sydney’s underbelly where he meets everyone from bartenders to backpackers. He travels through bars, crowded streets, and the ER and navigates the busy public transport system of Sydney, all the while never forgetting his true goal; to make the untouchable and inexplicably beautiful Novotel receptionist Claire his Valentine.

Lucky is part of the four diverse plays currently presented by The Actors College of Theatre and Television, with a number of their graduating students performing in them. “My group of students are immersing themselves in the underbelly of Sydney streets, back alleys and bars to bring to life Toby Schmitz’ edgy romp - Lucky,” explained director Glen Hamilton. “It is a great pleasure to work with the talented, energetic and professionally focussed actors that have become the benchmark of ACTT.” These talented and professional individuals will put on five exciting nights of performances for this show. (ASha) Oct 14–18. Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach. $15-$25.Tickets & info: actt.edu.au/events/performances/

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With the rise of podcasts as an entertainment medium, Marc Maron has been at the forefront with the popular WTF with Marc Maron.The podcast is known for interviewing celebrities, comedians and even President of the United States, Barack Obama. Maron’s interview with American comedian Louis C.K. is the highest rated podcast of all time.

Outside of his highly acclaimed podcast, Maron is a comedian, writer, producer and director who is bringing his stand-up show to Australia for his 2015 Maronation Tour. Hitting Brisbane and Melbourne, the tour kicks off here in Sydney this Thursday. Bringing his brand of humour to Australia will be a rarity for the comedian as he uses his sense of dark humour to discuss his life.

For fans of Maron or modern day pop culture in general, it is imperative you see this show!

His television show Maron, now in its third season, can be found on ABC2 as well as his comedy special Thinky Pain being released on Netflix.This stand-up is the marrying of all forms of his media, and a great way to see the man himself up close and personal. (LB) Oct 15. State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney. $75-$102.Tickets & info: ticketmaster.com.au

Arts Editors: Jamie Apps - Alannah Maher For more A&E stories go to www.altmedia.net.au and don’t forget to join the conversation on Twitter at @AltMediaSydney

Contributors: Brendan Modini, Carmen Cita, Craig Coventry, Greg Webster, Hannah Chapman, Alicia Sim, Nyssa Booth, Lauren Edwards, Peter Urquhart, James Harkness, Lauren Bell, Leann Richards, Lisa Seltzer, Mark Morellini, Matthew Bernard, Mel Somerville, Michael Muir, Olga Azar, Rocio Belinda Mendez, Sarah Pritchard, Sinead McLaughlin, Siri Williams, Athina Mallis, Leigh Livingstone, Joseph Rana, Jemma Clarke, Jacqui Rothwell.

A Rabbit for Kim Jong-il

In 2006, Karl Szmolinsky, a German giant rabbit breeder, was approached by North Korean government officials, who wished to acquire a number of bunnies in order to set up their own breeding program. But, just as Szmolinsky was due to arrive in North Korea, his meeting was

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abruptly cancelled without explanation.

As bizarre as this story sounds, these events became inspiration for playwright Kit Brookman, who along with the Griffin Theatre Company, is premiering A Rabbit for Kim Jong-il this month.

“It just seemed like the strangest meeting that you could possibly imagine,” explained Brookman. “I was immediately intrigued about both this rabbit breeder and about this encounter that he had.”

The play is a cunning, comic thriller that explores the ideas of betrayal, forgiveness, greed and regret through the dynamic relationship of Johann (who is based off the German rabbit breeder) and his largest rabbit, Felix.

For Brookman, writing A Rabbit for Kim Jong-il was a way to take his own approach in tackling the issue of North Korea as a subject.

“So much of what we don’t hear about, is the really terrible situation [happening] in that country over the last 60 years,” said Brookman.

This play will attempt to expose the mask, shining the light on the horrifying situation that is North Korea. (NB) Oct 10–Nov 21. SBW Stables Theatre, 10 Nimrod St, Kings Cross. $35-$55.

Tickets & info: griffintheatre.com.au

Sydney Poets’ Co-operative present a night of Poetry and Music at El Rocco If you’re into your poetry, you’re definitely going to be into this. The Sydney Poets Co-operative presents a one night only event full of poetry and music at the El Rocco Bar in Kings Cross.

The night features some of Australia’s most exciting creative talent such as playwright and poet Charles Freyberg, Peter Hayes, and lyricist and writer Alison Marshall. The night will also embrace a performance of Shakespeare’s sonnets with the inclusion of music by composer Peter Urquhart.

Urquhart says the co-operative normally comes together to perform poetry, short plays

THEATRE & PERFORMANCE A STEADY RAIN Unrelenting and unassuming, A Steady Rain is a grim tale that explores the intertwined lives of two policemen. Inspired by true events, the play tells the story of a young boy who, due to the actions of the two policemen, ends up being killed and eaten by a cannibalistic serial killer. It’s a lot to take, but it will be worth your time! (JR & JRoth) Until Oct 17.The Old Fitz Theatre, 129 Dowling Street Woolloomooloo. $25-$35.Tickets & info: oldfitztheatre.com

and music to celebrate their new creations, with the night was inspired through the groups’ love of poetry and live performance.

“The inspiration for this evening came about by our keen interest in collaborative partnerships as well as our interest in keeping live poetry performance alive in Sydney. We are all close colleagues and enjoy performing our newly created works,” said

Urquhart. (AMal) Oct 23. El Rocco Bar, 22/154 Brougham Ln, Potts Point. $20. Tickets & info: elrocco.com.au

EDWARD II A classic tale of the clash between desire and the law underpinned by the reckless actions of a King, Christopher Marlowe’s Edward II is one of England’s earliest plays (1593). It tells the story of King Edward II and his male lover’s all-consuming lust, resulting in the alienation of Edward’s wife, the creation of enemies in his court and the potential toppling of the nation.The Seymour Centre and Sport for Jove Theatre present a contemporary take on Marlowe’s tragedy, transposing the intriguing political machinations into today’s highly political climate. (ES) Until Oct 17. Reginald Theatre,

Seymour Centre, Cnr of City Rd and Cleveland St, Chippendale. $25–$36. Info: seymourcentre.com or Box Office: 9351 7940 GHOSTS The Depot Theatre brings a taboo play back to life with its production of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen’s 1881 classic. “…Ibsen puts things like incest on the stage, things nobody wanted to talk about.

He’s saying ‘they actually happen, they actually affect people, I’m going to put it on the stage and show you’,” explained Emily McGowan, who plays housemaid Regina. Set in a big house on a remote Norwegian Fjord where

Name-calling and slut shaming are timeless issues that resonate strongly within todays society. Slut:The Play, performed by graduate actors from the Actors Collage of Theatre & Television, explores the themes of betrayal, injustice and sexual assault in an attempt to alleviate the double standards separating men and women.

“If you have ever called someone a slut, been called one yourself, or even sniggered at the title of this play, then you should be able to relate to at least one of the central themes,” said actor Jess Turner.

The play follows the challenges that 11 teenage girls must overcome, after discovering something disturbing about one of their friends, Joanna Del Marco.

“Slut shines a light on society’s stigmas and the taboo around the word “SLUT”, and the reality of

the family is isolated from the rest of the world; the time frame has been moved forward to the 1950’s. (MS) Until Oct 24.The Depot Theatre, 142 Addison Rd, Marrickville. $20-$29.Tickets & info: thedepottheatre.com or email info@thedepottheatre.com A FLOWER OF THE LIPS A true story about writer Valentino Musico’s great-grandfather during WWI in Calabria, Italy. A Flower of the Lips is a biographic truth involving a moral question – where Bruno Aloi, a local government official and family man, is torn when he finds out the army

violence against women,” explained Turner.“[It] empowers audience members to question the very meaning of the word, and wonder why it is still acceptable to be thrown around so loosely.”

Although there are moments of sheer hilarity, Slut: The Play is not meant for comfortable viewing – as the play aims to leave the audience questioning their own morality, and to put an end to the humiliating practice of slut shaming. “[We want] to open people’s eyes and show that it is NEVER the victims fault,” Turner explained.“[To get people] thinking twice before they call someone a name, would be a start.” (NB) Oct 20–24. Belvoir Theatre, 25 Belvoir St, Surry Hills. $15.Tickets & info: belvoir.com.au/events/slut-the-play

deserters he is assisting the police to arrest are indeed his relatives. Musico has created a unique play, which engages with everyone on some level.

How do you adjust when your responsibility clashes with the loyalty you have to people you are close to?

(ASha) Oct 6–24,Tues–Sat 7:30pm. King Street Theatre, Cnr King & Bray Streets, Newtown. $28-$35.

Tickets: trybooking.com/INIY ARMS AND THE MAN In this 19th Century fairy tale set in Bulgaria, the Serbo-Bulgarian War rages, Raina (Andrea Demetriades) finds herself in

a love triangle involving two gorgeous men, Sergius and Bluntschli. The hilarious play directed by Richard Cottrell is ironic as well as saucy. As Raina tries to make her decision between the most eligible bachelor in town or the mysterious Swiss Soldier who could take her away from her life, the audience is thrown into a magical world helped by the incredible set and costume design from Michael Scott-Mitchell and Julie Lynch. (LB) Until Oct 31. Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House. $58-$99.Tickets & info: sydneytheatrecompany.com.au city hub 15 OCTOBER 2015

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POSTCARD FROM NAURU

With Coffin Ed, Jay Katz and Miss Death We were doing a bit of spring cleaning the other day and came across a pile of old postcards – remember them? Those funny little bits of cardboard that people used to post long before emails, Facebook and Instagram. One of the quaint old cards really caught our eye. It was posted from Nauru, way back in the 1980s and bore the rather unusual descriptor “Pleasant Island”.

The irony was immediate, given the almost daily reports of human misery and deprivation that leak from this 21square kilometre sandpit in the middle of nowhere.That of course is the grim reality of today, even though refugees on the island are now allowed to roam its moon-like landscape at will. But what was it like back in 1986 when we received this card from an Australian friend who had gone to work on the island as a teacher?

In the 60s and 70s phosphate royalties meant that Nauruans were per capita, amongst the wealthiest people in the world. Much of that wealth was channelled into projects such as a skyscraper in Melbourne and their own somewhat grandiose airline, as well as some more speculative investments which later turned out to be complete disasters. By the mid 80s however, much of that wealth remained, Nauruans were doing it easy and the future looked relatively bright.

The postcard read: “Arrived a few weeks ago on the Air Nauru flight from Melbourne. Can’t believe how tiny this island really is and the sense of isolation is overwhelming.You might as well be on the moon and that’s what much of the interior looks like with thousands of tiny craters left from phosphate mining. Not much seems to grow here despite the abundance of fertilizer and nearly all food is imported from New Zealand and elsewhere.A lot of it

is processed junk, high in fat and sugar and Nauruans have a real problem with obesity, dental health and diabetes.Yeah – as you would expect, not much to do in the way of entertainment here.There’s an international hotel, built when Nauruans believed their island might become a tourist destination but one of the main pastimes is a custom called “going around”.You load up a car with friends and a couple of slabs of beer and just drive endlessly around the island. If the car gets pranged it’s no big deal as the money is there to get another one shipped up from NZ. I’m on a three year contract here, but after three weeks I‘m wondering whether I’ll see out the year. Love to say wish you were here but….”

By the early 2000s the Nauruan economy was effectively bankrupt.The 52 storey Nauru House (aka ‘birdshit house’) in Melbourne has been sold and the airline’s only Boeing 737 repossessed, the value of the Phosphate Trust had shrunk from over $1 billion to around a tenth of that sum.The Nauruans were in big trouble – and then of course came the godsend from the Australian Government with the establishment of Alcatraz in the Pacific.The phosphate may have been exhausted, but human misery was now the new growth industry.

Gabbi Lancaster – Elemental

Working from her home studio in Maroubra with over 25 years’ experience (all the while raising a family and upholding her career as an art teacher), Sydney artist Gabbi Lancaster’s incredible solo exhibition Elemental will debut in October. The collection features paintings of the physical WOOLLHARA SMALL SCULPTURE PRIZE One of Australia’s most distinguished national art prizes returns – this year welcoming 43 finalists from all over the country, and even internationally. Chosen from a record 701 entries, the finalists use a variety of mediums to produce their work – ranging from taxidermy, intricate origami, found materials and objects, through to traditional Aboriginal sculpture constructed by the Tjanpi Desert Weavers.With each sculpture exploring different themes and using 24

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landscape as well as our inner dreamscapes, with Lancaster describing the pieces as “emotive abstractions of land and sea and sky”.

Lancaster’s desire is for these artworks to conjure a sense calmness, connection and spirituality in the audience. The transcendence felt by the artist is demonstrative in her works through her lively and spontaneous style, adding to the authentic yet ethereal feelings that they evoke in the audience. Approaching her paintings with an open mind allows her work to “emerge and transform in surprising ways”.

The paintings explore the artist’s deep yearning for unity and oneness, inspired greatly by nature and more specifically, the area of Booderee National Park in Jervis Bay, as she paints “impressions of what I see, feel and imagine”. Through her surrounding natural world, and her vivid imagination, Lancaster is able to create a collection of highly evocative pieces showing us her visions and ideas about her sense of place and her inner feelings. Elemental is her debut exhibition, opening later this month.

(ASha) Oct 22-27, 11am-7pm. m2 Gallery, Shop 4/450 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills.

Info: gabbilancaster.com

such different mediums to do so, there is bound to be something to catch your eye and pique your interests. (JA) Oct 10-25.Woollahra Council Chambers, 536 New South Head Road, Double Bay. FREE. Info: sculptureprize.woollahra.nsw.gov.au DANELLE BERGSTORM – RETURN Presented by Arthouse Gallery, Return is the latest collection of oil paintings by acclaimed Australian artist Danelle Bergstrom.

Inspired by her own experiences and

memories, Bergstrom paints a series of evocative and highly reflective landscape pieces inspired by the land around her enclave in Hill End. The dream-like sceneries have a sense of rawness about them, visible through the mixing of the fleeting shades of blue and earthly, grounded browns.

The artworks symbolise a journey of self-reflection and acceptance for the artist. (ASha) Until Nov 7. Arthouse Gallery, 66 McLachlan Avenue, Rushcutters Bay. Info: arthousegallery.com.au

“Pleasant Island” was once the tourist label that Nauru affixed to postcards and other promotional material.We doubt whether it still gets a run these days unless you’re a shareholder in Wilson security.We threw our postcard out with the trash.

Sculptures by the Sea

Back for its 19th year running, Sculptures by the Sea is the world’s largest outdoor exhibition, featuring over 100 sculptures from global artists.

Receiving over 500 submissions worldwide, a curatorial panel selected the featured works to complement the two-kilometer Bondi stretch.

One inclusion to look out for is local artists Gillie and Marc Schattner’s six meter tall flying fish on a wind vane.Their second time showing at Sculptures by the Sea, the coastal walk is now both their backyard and their showing space.

“We grew up with Sculptures by the Sea and it’s the most amazing gallery space if you’re a public sculptor in the world,” said Marc. “Nothing in the world compares to the backdrop that Bondi Beach allows you.”

Previously 2006 Archibald Prize finalists, Gillie and Marc now hope to convey their passion for wildlife conservation and the environment. “Our [art] is very much biographical... A lot of it is our wishes and very much our dreams,” explained Marc. “[Flying fish] are unique because they quickly change habitats... but what’s happening now, because the damage and pollution to their environments is so extensive, [is] that they’ve got nowhere to go.”

Drawing crowds of over 500,000 during its run, STREETS OF PAPUNYA This exhibition unearths the tumultuous history of Papunya, a Western Desert town regarded as the birthplace of contemporary Aboriginal painting. In particular, this exhibition showcases the remarkable art of the present day women painters of Papunya, celebrating of the re-emergence of Papunya painting maintained as part of the Papunya Tjupi Arts Centre established in 2007. An exhibition that treats Aboriginal art and its history with regard and respect. (AM)

Sculptures by the Sea is one of Sydney’s most popular events and is sure to delight many during its run this year. “It’s important that the public support public art because without the people being there, it wouldn’t exist,” said Marc. “The only bad sculpture is one that is ignored or is never seen.” (ES) Oct 22–Nov 8. Bondi to Tamarama Coastal Walk, Sydney. Free. Info: sculpturesbythesea.com or (02) 8399 0233.

Until Nov 7,Tues–Sat, 10am-5pm.

UNSW Galleries, cnr Oxford Street and Greens Road, Paddington. Free.

Info: artdesign.unsw.edu.au PEOPLE LIKE US This is a varied and excellently curated collection of works exploring the interrelationships between art, technology and the human experience; implementing video, sound and sculptural installations. Interaction plays a key role in this exhibition, from George Poonkhin Khut’s Brighthearts app that invites you to control beautiful

moving images through your heartbeat; Su-Mei Tse’s aurally immersive purring cat portraits;Veloscape, an installation

by Laura Fisher and Volker Kuchelmeister that takes you on a selfguided virtual bike tour through Sydney; and Inside – Topologies of Stroke, John McGhee’s virtual reality animation work that invites the viewer to explore the inner world inside our brains. (AM) Until Nov 7,Tues–Sat, 10am-5pm.

UNSW Galleries, corner of Oxford Street and Greens Road. Free.

Info: artdesign.unsw.edu.au

Sydney Live Music Guide LIVE WIRE

By Jamie Apps The Creases: The Brisbane based four piece have recently completed a month long tour alongside The Preatures where they honed their own live performance in anticipation of their headline tour, which kicks off in Sydney tonight. Celebrating the release of their new single Point which has arrived to positive critical feedback and received lots of support on Triple J and community radio.

Thu, Oct 15, OAF Gallery Bar Mat McHugh: Mat has become somewhat of a jack of all trades when it comes to producing his own music, doing everything from the writing, recording, funding, playing all of the instruments, manufacturing CDs and marketing. Due to this he is extremely excited to have released his new album Waves and to also be heading out on tour to support it.

Fri, Oct 16, Oxford Art Factory Magic America: The psychedelic rock band hailing from Melbourne have been making waves and helping to solidify the psych rock scene in the minds of Australian music fans. Forming in 2013, the four piece has spent the last couple of years honing their sound through a combination of gigging and studio time which has ultimately culminated in their debut self titled EP which highlights their modern interpretation of psych rock.

Sat, Oct 17, Oxford Art Factory Crooked Fiddle Band: For the best part of a decade The Crooked Fiddle band have been performing their own brand of high energy, theatrical folk and have amassed

quite the loyal fan base. Having recently returned from their fourth tour of Europe, fans will have a unique opportunity to see the group performing with a special guest cellist and some brand new epic tunes at the the Glebe Town Hall.

Sun, Oct 18, Glebe Town Hall Going Swimming: Over the past year Melbourne punks Going Swimming have been busy recording their debut EP with sporadic breaks to perform and travel.

Now that they have competed Deadtime Stories, the guys are set to celebrate with an extensive tour around the country, winding their way into Sydney this weekend.

Sun, Oct 18, Frankie’s Pizza Laura Marling: The original version of Marling’s fifth album Short Movie received mass critical acclaimed and now with a fresh source of inspiration she has released an expanded edition, Short Movie (Director’s Cut) which will surely arrive to the same response.Arriving in Sydney next week to perform a live show with full band dynamic inspired by the re-release, fans are in for a treat.

Tue, Oct 20,The Enmore Theatre Gold Class: Launching their debut album It’s You next week, this unique punk-rock band have quickly carved their own niche audience and groove into the Aussie music scene. Characterised by their attacking rhythms, bristling guitar and deep vibrato vocals it’s clear how they gained such a reputation and following so quickly.

Wed, Oct 21, Metro Theatre

The Beards Jamie Apps Think about all the men in your life, and chances are one of them has a beard. Nowadays beards have become the trendy thing to have, but that has not always been the case. In those “dark days” when beards were frowned upon by society, a group of mates with a common love for beards set out to change societies attitude by forming a band.

Originally coming together for what they thought would be a one-off show,The Beards are still going strong ten years later, having toured all around Australia and the world.

“In 2005 it was a dark time for people with beards, it was a time of low level oppression where you had to explain yourself for having a beard. So we wanted to start a grassroots beard movement and when we realised it wasn’t just us that felt extremely passionately about beards, that’s what led to us continuing to do it,” explained Nathaniel Beard.

Co-Pilgrim – Slows To Go

To mark the occasion, the boys from Adelaide have released a brand new single and a special anniversary edition double album featuring a compilation of their favourite tracks along with a live album recorded in Sydney earlier this year.

“We wanted to write a song that captured the anniversary spirit that we’re experiencing at the moment, it’s like the definitive beard anthem,” said Nathaniel when asked about the new single Ten LongYears, One Long Beard.

Whilst reflecting on the album as a whole, Nathaniel said:“It was great to look back and decide which songs we wanted to put forward.

We had an opportunity to put tracks out there that we hadn’t before, some alternative versions and other rarities like that to go alongside the obvious crowd favourites.”

As part of the celebrations,The Beards are also embarking on a month long tour around the country with two stops in Sydney over the coming weeks.“We can’t wait to get back on the

Co-Pilgrim’s third album builds on the themes and emotions built into their first two records, whilst also showing a growth and new side both emotionally and thematically.

Slows To Go is predominantly an uplifting indie-pop fare incorporating lush harmonies backed by multiple layers of guitar riffs from different iterations of the instrument.

The songs have quite a nice mixture of tempos and progressions throughout the record and make for a wonderful relaxing weekend soundtrack. Co-Pilgrim certainly know what their sound is and stick to it, although a couple of songs that veered off the beaten path could have made for a nice contrast to further heighten the listening experience. (JA) WWW

road and in front of audiences. For this tour we’ve been working on including some stuff that they [fans] may not have seen before as well as all the stuff that they’ve come to know and love,” said Nathaniel.

Even though beards are experiencing somewhat of a resurgence,The Beards stress that “now is no time to be complacent, there are always people out there that would make you shave if they could.”

Oct 23, Bondi Beach Road Hotel, 71 Beach Rd, Bondi Oct 25, Rocks Brewery, 160 Bourke Rd, Alexandria

Marshall Okell – Sipping on Rocket Fuel

Dirty, thick and hip-swinging smooth. Sipping on Rocket Fuel could easily be the soundtrack to a parallel world where we all listen to that little voice on our shoulder, telling us when not to listen to others and maybe to be a little bit bad.

Background singers moan, guitar plays plaintive and bluesy, coaxing out a little bit of attitude, Marshall Okell soothes and paves the way. Be a little bit selfish, take a little for yourself, listen to the bouncing beat that means everything is alright and live something more like your dreams.

Sipping on Rocket Fuel is rich, thick and forgivingly soft. Listen in moderation, around the time when you’re brain begins to steam, throw a musical blanket over it.That little voice won’t always get its way, but sometimes it should. (SP) WWWW

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22ND DELPHI BANK GREEK FILM FESTIVAL The 22nd Delphi Bank Greek Film Festival screens 14 feature films, 4 documentaries and a 60’s classics retrospective on the work of Aliki Vougiouklaki, the darling blonde bombshell of Greek stage and cinema who starred in many films including Madalena and Ace of Spades.

Festival chair Nia Karteris, said the financial crisis has had an immense effect on the Greek Film industry, with a 50% cut back in production.

“The situation will get worse before it gets better. Upcoming directors are unable to receive grants from the Greek government. But regardless, many wonderful films are still being produced,” explained Karteris.

“We are excited to be back and proud to showcase the latest and greatest of Greek cinema that is bound to capture the hearts of Greeks and Australians alike,” concluded Karteris. (MMo)

Karteris’s top 3 picks of the festival: Alex and Eve – an Australian comedy dealing with multi-cultural issues opens the film festival. “This is very funny and with 50% of marriages being mixed in Australia, audiences should embrace this film”.

7 Kinds of Wrath – this hypnotic, beautifully filmed black and white picture deals with a man’s same-sex relationships. “This film captures a negative aspect of Greek culture. Gay relationships are taboo and not acceptable in Greece. It’s a

tastefully made film which will not offend – a film people will talk about,” explained Karteris.

Agora: From Democracy to The Market – this is an award winning documentary. “Four years in the making it’s an in-depth look at who caused the financial crisis.

This film shows how it has affected everyday people – many have committed suicide. People who have lived through wars are unable to live through this crisis. It’s a film worth seeing which really hits home.”

Oct 14–Nov 1. Palace Norton Street, 99 Norton Street, Leichardt. $19 (single sessions) – $150 (10 film pass). Tickets & Info: greekfilmfestival.com.au

The Walk

Legend Throughout the 1960’s, a pair of twins controlled London’s dark underbelly. Despite looking identical, Ronnie and Reggie Kray had very different personalities and traits. It is these two very distinct characters that Tom Hardy attempts to fill the shoes of in new flick, Legend.

During the film, Hardy does a rather admiral job in what can only be assumed was an extremely difficult set of roles to perform. Hardy’s portrayal of Reggie is fantastic, illustrating him as torn between his love for his wife and his brother, but also still depicting the character as dark and manipulative when necessary. The portrayal of Ronnie on the other hand is much less subtle, and often relies to FILM LEARNINGTO DRIVE An unlikely friendship builds when two culturally diverse NewYorkers experiencing marital difficulties meet and become dependent on each other for relationship advice.Wendy (Patricia Clarkson) a middle-aged book critic, accepts driving lessons from Darwan (Ben Kingsley) a Sikh driving instructor, when her husband leaves her for a younger woman. Darwan is fighting his own demons, feeling trapped in an arranged marriage.Touching on themes of racism and illegal immigration, this comedy/drama is extremely witty, much of the humour arising from the sharp-tongued dialogue delivered by the deliciously spiteful Wendy. (MMo) WWW1/2 PAN The origin story of Peter Pan details Pan’s arrival to Neverland and how he came to be known as the boy who could fly.This newly penned, epic, fun-filled and swashbuckling family adventure also details Pan (Levi Miller) and Hook’s (Garrett Hedlund) first meeting, their friendship and how they 26

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heavily on wide-eyed craziness and self-deprecating homosexual jokes for laughs that muddle the atmosphere of the film.

‘Muddled’ is perhaps the best word to describe this film, as it seems that director Brian Hegeland was unable to decide on one particular story arch to follow – is this a crime drama, a love story/ tragedy, or a comedy?

In terms of cinematography and visual effects, credit must be given where credit is due, especially in one particular scene which pits the two Kray boys against each other in a physical altercation which is near impossible to spot the joins in. (JA) WW1/ 2

joined forces to fight the malicious Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman).Audiences will be enchanted by the energy and imagination which implodes from the reincarnated world of Neverland – this is the Peter Pan for today’s generation, CGI-heavy and artistically flawless.

(MMo) WWW BLACK MASS An adaptation of the book of the same name by two Boston Globe reporters responsible for exposing the seedy underbelly of the FBI and their murky relationship with one of America’s most notorious criminals, James ‘Whitey’ Bulger (Johnny Depp).This film picks up after Bulger has completed a stretch in Alcatraz. It is often plotting and methodical with it’s approach, which some may find too slow - but this is more of a character drama with intermittent violence dispersed throughout, rather than an all out gangster action thriller. (JA) WWW THE INTERN Ben Whittaker (Robert DeNiro) is a 70-year-old widower who finds himself bored and underwhelmed in his retirement. He

seizes an opportunity to take up a senior internship position at an online fashion start-up, where he is immediately a hit with everyone except for company founder Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), who is overwhelmed with her sudden success. Set expectations aside and settle in for an all-round delightful romp through an emotional and modern human journey. It’s refreshing to watch a fictional relationship evolve between a younger woman and an older man that doesn’t feel pressured to head in a romantic direction. (AM) WWW1/2 SICARIO On the surface, Sicario appears to be yet another thriller exploring the never-ending war on drugs, but this intense film is much deeper and cerebral. Reminiscent of films such as The Silence Of The Lambs – which place female protagonists in the lead role in male dominated worlds – it explores this interesting dynamic. Emily Blunt provides a wonderful performance as Kate Macer, the viewer follows along as she struggles to comprehend and

The Walk is the masterfully told true story of Frenchman Philippe Petit’s daring high-wire walk between New York’s World Trade Center Twin Towers in 1974. Petit completed his “le coup” between the not-quite-finished towers without the aid of a safety line, even taunting waiting police by extending the walk and lying down in the middle.

Director and writer Robert Zemeckis (Cast Away, Forrest Gump) has created a remarkably suspenseful film with the best use of 3D seen in a long time.The beautiful cinematography and fluid special effects complement the poetry of Petit’s high-wire movements without distracting from the basic human emotion at the heart of any great Zemeckis film.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt (Inception) portrays Petit and is one of a few actors consistently at the top of their game — a true creative who can disappear into a character quietly. He may not be highly awarded or showboat his skills, but the man can act and his performance as Petit is engaging. discover the true intentions of the task force she is assigned to in order to finally make a difference in the war on drugs. (JA) WWW LONDON ROAD This film adaption of the National Theatre’s production by the same name musically showcases the effects the 2006 Ipswich prostitute murders had on the local community.

Described as a musical, mystery and a thriller – London Road is seemingly a documentary in the opening sequences, before the musical elements set in.The murdered girls and serial killer Steve Wright are only mentioned, as this is the story of the local community, their attempt to rid the area of prostitutes, the bleakness after the bodies were discovered and their resilience for new beginnings. Movie-goers who detest contemporary musicals may be pleasantly surprised by the innovative approach. (MMo) WWW CUT SNAKE This gritty and violent Australian psychological crime-thriller is set in Melbourne in the mid 1970’s, and centres on a man who is drawn back to

In early screenings of The Walk audiences have reported experiencing feelings of vertigo. Even if you aren’t affected by heights and know the story of Petit, The Walk will likely produce an involuntary physical reaction. It’s something usually reserved for horror films, but even though there are no ghosts or ghouls, The Walk is the most thrilling film of the year. (LL) WWWW

the dark world of crime. Sparra (Alex Russell) has closed the door on his past, works an honest job and is engaged to his girlfriend (Jessica De Gouw), but his dark secrets resurface when Pommie (Sullivan Stapleton) an ex-con, shows up at his doorstep.There’s a strangeness between these characters which permeates throughout.Their relationship is awkwardly pretentious and Sparra is quietly terrified.This is not a great film, but Stapleton’s performance as the unnerving psychopath is praiseworthy and should lead to greater roles. (MMo) WWW BLINKY BILL THE MOVIE Australia’s iconic Blinky Bill, the adventurous koala affectionately regarded as something of a national treasure, returns to the silver screen in his latest big adventure.When his father vanishes whilst on an exploration trip, Blinky Bill leaves his home in Green Patch on a quest to find him.

A fine cast of Australian acting talent provide the voices in this mammoth CGI feature. Mesmerizing, colourful

and a delight to watch, this film showcases the beauty of the great Australian outdoors. Scary scenes and dark characters could potentially have evolved a frightening film experience for the much younger children, but these elements were cleverly negated by the zany characters, humorous sequences and dialogue. (MMo) WWW PIXELS These days you can almost hear the world collectively groan at the term ‘new Adam Sandler movie’.

Thankfully, Sandler is a semblance of a grown-up in Pixels – a comedy packed full of retro video game nostalgia such as Pac-Man, Donkey Kong and Centipede.The concept may be fun, but the story is weak – aliens misinterpret a record of life sent to space in the ‘80s as a declaration of war and respond by challenging the earth.They adapt themselves to look like old-school video games — and give the people of earth three attempts at saving the planet. Sandler plays child arcade prodigy, Sam Brenner who is enlisted to help lead the defence. (LL) WW

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