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Students afflutter as $12 tickets for Gayby Baby go on sale

BY CHRISTOPHER HARRIS

Cinema goers in Newtown are expected to flock to see Gayby Baby over the weekend as Dendy Newtown released discounted tickets for students.

The film sparked controversy late last week after the state government introduced a statewide ban on the film being shown in schools.

Last Thursday, The Daily Telegraph’s front page headline “GAY CLASS UPROAR” with the caption “Parents outrage as school swaps lessons for PC movie session,” sparked an uproar of its own.

Speaking to City Hub, the film’s director Maya Newell said that it had been a tumultuous time.

“I think it is a bit of double-edged sword because last week was really hard for kids growing up in our families, and for the kids in our families and for the kids in our film. They’re pretty thick skinned but it’s never nice to be told that you’re not normal and have images taken out of context and planted on the front cover of a newspaper. So we were just making sure everyone was okay last week,” Ms Newel said.

NSW Education Minister Adrian Piccoli and Premier Mike Baird banned the screening of the documentary at Burwood Girls High School and every other school in the state, telling principals that screening of the film should not impact on planned lessons.

But as so often happens, the imposed ban may make it more popular than ever.

Ms Newell said the film intended to provide a voice for children of same sex relationships.

“I am really glad that we’ve made the film to give an opportunity for children in our families to speak up, even though our parents can’t marry, even though they’ve been raising children for generations,” Ms Newell said.

“I was raised by two lesbian mums, and I was born in the 80s, so of course it is a topic which is close to home.”

Ms Newell told City Hub that it was absurd that this had become a debate about what was ‘appropriate content’ for the national curriculum.

Greens Newtown MP Jenny Leong told City Hub that politicians should be taking the lead from students who showed such leadership during the controversy.

Ms Leong, who saw the film at its premier at the Sydney Film Festival, said she was honoured to be able to introduce it to her parliamentary collegues where members from both sides were able to enjoy the film.

“One of the big concerns I had around NSW Education Minister’s response to the Daily Telegraph’s scandalous headline was the impact it had on young people living in same sex families, and on young people who are questioning where they might stand

Dendy Newtown will offer discounted tickets for students this weekend.

as part of the LGBTQI community,” Ms Leong said.

“We know that discrimination against LGBTQI community has a huge negative impact on young people. We were really concerned that the response to the Gayby Baby controversy could mean that this would worsen,” she said.

Ms Newell, who now lives in Newtown, was pleased that Dendy Newtown was able to offer discount tickets to students who may have otherwise missed out on seeing the film at school.

Publicist at Dendy Newtown, Chris Donelly, said that offering the film at a cheaper price was a good option for the local student community.

“We’ve got quite a few titles, and it was one that sat alongside the varied content in Newtown,” Mr Donelly said.

“The producers have been a pleasure to work with, and I think that hopefully that the film does get seen more broadly.”

Ms Newell said despite the fracas that had occurred, Gayby Baby was a highly entertaining story which had otherwise been missing from cinema.

“It’s really funny, and really interesting, as well as something that has the national eye upon it, because of our political climate,” Ms

Australia’s first IVF baby launches fertility campaign

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Australia’s first IVF baby, Candice Thum, now 35, has teamed up with fellow IVFling, Rebecca Featherstone Jelen, 32, to launch the ‘Fertility Matters’ campaign.

The campaign was officially launched in Circular Quay over the weekend, and it aims to raise awareness and understanding surrounding the issues of fertility and reproductive health.

Mrs Jelen said the campaign was about reaching out to the general public to inform them about their own reproductive health.

“We were quite shocked about how women our age don’t seem to know much about fertility,” said Mrs Jelen.

Mrs Jelen told City Hub that the Australian education system was “letting kids down” in informing children about fertility, and said the modern-day curriculum should reflect the modern-day Australian family.

“Nowadays, there are so many families with kids brought up in different ways,” she said.

“They could be adopted, they could have two fathers, they could be IVF. There are so many children now, one in every classroom, who is born though a fertility treatment. It’s becoming so common.

It should be common knowledge, we think.”

The campaign was launched alongside a survey that challenges people to test their knowledge of fertility matters.

Mrs Thum said she hoped the survey will reveal to participants the extent of their knowledge, or lack thereof, about fertility.

“From the results we’ll able to identify where the gaps in knowledge are and from that we’ll be making recommendations on resources that could be created and making presentations to schools and politicians,” Mrs Thum said.

She also said that the survey was not only about filling in knowledge gaps, but also sought to debunk the “silly” myths around the issue.

“People think infertility is something that only females have to worry about, but that’s not true,” she said.

In reality, it’s split down the middle. Mrs Thum indicated that in 40 per cent of infertility cases, the problem lies with the male.

Newell said.

Ms Newell said she created the film to “celebrate” the emerging generation of children with same sex parents.

“When I was growing up I didn’t know many other kids with same sex parents and I thought it would be really wonderful to be one of this new generation of kids and have a film that reveals your family structure and reflects and celebrates it,” she said.

“We wanted to make the film because our stories are not out there, and I think there is a certain level of validation achieved and felt when you see your family on the big screen.”

She said she was completely shocked and overwhelmed by the range of leaders, politicians and celebrities who stood up last week and said the film was “completely outrageous”.

“I think even though it has been a hard week, sometimes you have to go to that dark place to get a change in the air, and I think this week we’re all beginning to feel the love, and hopefully in the long run it does make our schools safer and more inclusive spaces for everyone, no matter what background you’re from.”

“Successive governments have been a part of creating this mess – it’s time for them to step up and help resolve it.”

Candice Thum (left) and Rebecca Featherstone Jelen (right) meet in Sydney to launch the Fertility Matters campaign.

Another myth that Mrs Thum and Mrs Jelen wanted to dispel is the myth that infertility is hereditary. They are both proud mothers, and they both gave birth to their children naturally.

Mrs Jelen said that by raising awareness about fertility health, the duo hoped to reduce the need for IVF. “As wonderful as this technology is -- because it has created so many lives and Candice and I wouldn’t be here without it -- maybe you don’t want to go down that road if you can prevent it by knowing more about your fertility and health,” she said.

“A female’s fertility health is at its peak in her twenties. I had my kids in my early thirties and I was pushing it and I knew. We just want people to be informed that there are things you can do to increase your chances of being pregnant.” city hub 3 SEPTEMBER 2015

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Cat burglar caught

BY CHRISTOPHER HARRIS

The Cat Protection Society has been overwhelmed by the good spirit of supporters, after a donation tin was stolen from their Enmore Road premises.

CEO of the Cat Protection Society Kristina Vesk described the theft as “disappointing”.

“It feels like double hit to me because it feels like it threatens the cats and then the donors who got us to look after the cats,” Ms Vesk said.

She estimates that the thieves got away with $150 from the contents of the collection box.

Police charged a man for the alledged theft on Tuesday afternoon, August 31.

On Saturday August 22, CCTV footage showed the male entering the store with a woman and two children.

The woman and the two children were shown to where the cats are kept upstairs At 2:45pm, the male alledgedly took the tin from the store’s counter.

The group left the store shortly after.

Ms Vesk said the theft was particularly disheartening because the no-kill shelter largely survives on the generous donations from members of the community.

But Ms Vesk said she was reminded of the generosity of spirit in the local inner west community over the weekend, after Ten News showed CCTV footage of the incident.

“We have been compensated for the loss. People have shown this amazing spirit, which makes everyone feel good. How lovely people are, what a great community, saying they came in a bought their cat food from us, because they wanted to support us, and being very kind,” she told City Hub. “It is humbling and uplifting at the same time. We have a great community in the inner west. Cat protection has a great community of friends and supporters. One person being completely horrible just can’t take that away from us.”

The cat shelter is the only one of its kind in NSW which vows not to kill, and supports cats with no one to look after them.

Christopher is one cat who was recently re-homed by the Cat Protection Society. Source: Supplied, Cat Protection Society.

They have existed since 1958 and moved to the Enmore Road site in 1978.

Being a no-kill shelter, the society must pay for life long vet bills and expenses of the animals.

Ms Vesk said the shelter was important for the local community, and was extremely thankful for the gratitude shown.

The shelters works with local councils and vets around cat issues, including a program of discount desexing and working with people in crisis to care for their cats.

“If there is any cat that needs surgery or special attention, we give it to them,” she said.

“We are the only place which is just for cats, we have a lot of expertise with cats, and we are overwhelmed how lovely and kind people have been,” Ms Vesk said.

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Report finds pet industry to be dog’s breakfast

BY KENJI SATO NSW puppy farms are responsible for the high rates of animal cruelty, impoundment and euthanasia across the state, according to a report released by the NSW Parliament on August 27.

The report is the culmination of a three and a half month parliamentary inquiry into profit-driven, unlicensed dog breeding facilities.

The inquiry was sparked after Fairfax media coverage uncovered dogs living in “inhumane and abhorrent” conditions in puppy farms.

State Minister for Primary Industries, Niall Blair, said he wanted to see this type of behaviour eliminated.

“The mistreatment of puppies for the sake of people making a few quick dollars cannot go on. It’s disgraceful and I want to see this type of behaviour eliminated,” Mr Blair said.

“We need to find a solution that doesn’t jeopardise the industry and punish those breeders who are doing the right thing.”

Claire Garth, spokesperson for the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home, told City Hub that she often sees abandoned farmed puppies.

“When there are unlicensed breeders and there’s no regulation around how they breed and who they sell to, we end up with a lot of those animals on our doorstep,” Ms Garth said.

“You can have breeders that sell, for instance, a puppy that’s supposed to be a purebred Labrador, which grows to be more of a mastiff, which is a much bigger dog,” she said.

“People have come to us and said that the dog they bought became bigger than they thought it was going to be, and they realise they don’t have the facility to care for that. Either their backyard is not big enough, or they don’t have an active enough lifestyle. That animal invariable ends up in the pound system looking for another home.”

When impounded dogs are unable to find a new home, they are euthanised. The parliamentary report

revealed that 12,000 dogs were euthanised in NSW local council areas in the 2011-12 reporting period. But the report was unable to determine where these dogs were being bought, since local councils were not keeping records.

For the same reason, the report was unable to determine where pet stores were sourcing their dogs.

But ongoing media reports have revealed that many pet stores source their dogs from puppy farms.

Ms Garth warned the danger of purchasing dogs from pet shops.

“There’s no reputable breeder in Australia that will sell a litter of puppies to a pet shop, so if you’re buying a puppy from a pet shop, odds are it’s not from a reputable breeder,” she said.

The report considered whether NSW should ban retail pet stores entirely, but found that a ban on pet stores would cause more people to buy dogs from untrustworthy sources.

Instead, the report called for new laws that would require pet shops to keep detailed records on where they buy their dogs.

The NSW Companion Animals Taskforce estimated that 15 per cent of cat and dog sales are from pet shops, with the remaining 85 per cent occurring through word of mouth, newspapers, council pounds, animal welfare and rescue organisations and, increasingly, over the internet.

The most commonly used websites were Gumtree and Trading Post.

Ian Hughes, Chief Inspector of the Animal Welfare League NSW, told the inquiry that breeders should be required to quote a license number in online advertisements.

“If you look on Gumtree and Trading Post there many hundreds of advertisements on there at any one time. None of those are regulated. Most of them we do not know about. Most of them are just a phone number as a contact point,” Mr Hughes said.

“If there was a requirement for a breeder licensing scheme to trace back, these people would either have to

comply or they would not be able to advertise,” he said.

The report’s major conclusion was that the pet industry was largely unregulated and unmonitored.

Dogs NSW, one of few licensed and approved pet breeding organisations, told the inquiry that all breeders should be regulated and monitored by Dogs NSW, and made to follow their ethical guidelines.

Spokesperson for Dogs NSW, Brian Crump, said that registered breeders are a safer option for pet buyers.

“Our prime concern at Dogs NSW is the health

and welfare of the dogs. We would hope that all organisations would share that same, very serious concern,” Mr Crump said.

“If you get a dog from a Dogs NSW licensed and registered breeder, what you’re getting is a guarantee of pedigree, so you know the breeding of the dog going back many generations. You can check the parentage and you can also check for health issues. That’s a safer way for customers to go or the public to go than buying something which is of unknown parentage.”

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Sydney’s “black heart” to keep beating

BY ALEXANDER LEWIS Funding for Aboriginal housing on the Block has been secured after more than a year of lobbying by the Redfern Aboriginal Tent Embassy.

A deal was finally struck last week between the Aboriginal Housing Company (AHC) and the Federal Government, which has allocated $5 million to fund the construction of 62 affordable Aboriginal dwellings on the site.

The funding will allow the AHC to obtain a bank loan to meet the other $25 million required for the housing, which was previously reliant on the commercial redevelopment of AHC land.

The AHC confirmed support on principles for the government offer via a letter to the Prime Minister’s office on Monday.

“We are interested in the underpinning financial modelling which shows that a grant of $5 million would be enough to ensure that the affordable housing component of the Pemulwuy Project is viable and attractive to lenders,” the letter read.

The agreement came just days after the tent embassy was ordered by the Supreme Court to vacate the land.

Protestors had been squatting on the vacant lot ever since the AHC told its former residents that dedicated indigenous housing could not be funded until it built a shopping centre and student accommodation.

Tent embassy founder Jenny Munro said in an interview on ABC News 24 that she was now confident The Block would retain its purpose as affordable Aboriginal accommodation..

“With this federal intervention and the offer of $5 million, we will see housing being built here. With the [Aboriginal] Housing Company plans, that was never ever an option from the start. It would’ve happened 10 or 15 years down the track,” Ms Munro said.

“I think it’s a great moral victory for our community. and it’s a very iconic piece of land that our people consider to be sacred.”

In the 1970’s the then-Prime Minister Gough Whitlam granted the AHC funds to purchase houses and land for the Aboriginal community.

Leichhardt continues to evict mummy’s little helper from sporting fields

BY ALEXANDER LEWIS

the clubs engaged with.”

The programme is a “simple but effective in improving the way alcohol is managed at sporting clubs”, according to goodsport.com.au.

“It’s for sport lovers involved in playing, watching or organising at any level – from grassroots right through to elite,” the site reads.

And clubs don’t seem fazed by the additional red tape.

Leichhardt Saints Football Club President Liza Schaeper said the club supported the council’s Good Sports Initiative.

“Leichhardt Saints Football Club is a family club,” Ms Schaeper said.

“Children’s sport and alcohol don’t mix.”

According to figures released by the ABS in May of this year, alcohol consumption in Australia is at its lowest levels for decades, for people aged 15 years and over.

50 years ago, beer made up three quarters of all alcohol consumed, but now makes up under half, at 41 per cent.

According to the figures, the popularity of mid strength beer has grown, while low strength beer makes up 5 per cent of the national consumption.

Pre-mixed beverages increased from 13 per cent in 1963-1964 to 19 per cent in 2013-14 The consumption of wine has increased from 12 per cent of all beverages to 38 per cent of all beverages.

OLGR did not respond to City Hub’s request for comment in time for print.

Parents watching their kids play sport on the weekend will have to learn to cheer without beer as Leichhardt council cracks down on those who like to knock back a few on the sidelines.

The council made it compulsory in June for clubs wishing to use Leichhardt fields next year to become accredited with the Australian Drug Foundation’s Good Sports programme.

A workshop was held with sporting clubs on August 10, and clubs are now undertaking the three-stage accreditation process.

Councillors were updated on the process at an ordinary meeting last week, with many clubs having already become accredited.

Council congratulated those sporting clubs in the Leichhardt local government area which were already accredited with the Good Sports Program and that had taken a proactive approach to tackling the health issues of alcohol, smoking, obesity and mental health in their respective sporting environments.

Leichhardt Mayor Rochelle Porteous said the outcome had been positive.

“Alcohol and children playing sport don’t mix,” Clr Porteous said.

“It’s about good process. It’s ensuring that parents of the clubs are aware of the issue of alcohol around juniors playing sports.”

“Obviously there’s quite a number of the club’s who’ve already engaged in the process. It’s something we’d like to see all

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Seafood Spectacular returns

editions of local newspaper City Hub. To find out how your business can be included in this annual edition, call 9212 5677 before 25 September, 2015.

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The third installment of the Chamber’s annual Seafood Spectacular is set to make a big splash in October at the Sydney Seafood School at Sydney Fish Market.

The Seafood Spectacular on Tuesday 20 October will showcase eleven mouthwatering canapés, created by eleven talented SydneyTAFE apprentice chefs. The evening will include live cooking theatre and a chance to win a Mudgee weekend escape package from Winning Post Motor Inn, valued at $380.

Seafood Spectacular is presented in partnership with Sydney Fish Market, Belle Property, Sydney Seafood School, SydneyTAFE and The City of Sydney. Three generous sponsors from nearby Mudgee support the event: Gooree Park Wines, Winning Post Motor Inn, and Mudgee Region Tourism.

Bryan Skepper, General Manager of Sydney Fish Market says, “[We’re] a proud member of the Pyrmont community and we enjoy being active participants of the Pyrmont Ultimo Chamber of Commerce and connecting with other local organisations.”

“This is the third year we have sponsored the Seafood Spectacular,” he continues.

“We look forward to being a part of this fantastic event and being wowed by the SydneyTAFE apprentice chefs’ creations.”

Seafood Spectacular is the final PUCC networking initiative for 2015. Attendance is free for PUCC Members and tickets for Non-Members are $100. Register your RSVP at https://puccseafoodspectacular. eventbrite.com.au by Friday 9 October.

Date: Tuesday 20 October, 2015 Time: 6pm – 8:30pm Venue: Sydney Seafood School Location:First Floor, Waterfront Arcade, Sydney Fish Market, Pyrmont NOTE: For PUCC Members, the Chamber’s AGM will be held from 5:30 – 6pm in the Sydney Seafood School theatrette.

Where The Locals Go

This year’s PUCC Seafood Spectacular celebrates the release of Where The Locals Go, an annual guide featuring the best Pyrmont-Ultimo retailers, tourist destinations, and things to eat, drink, and do in the precinct. If your business is located in the Pyrmont-Ultimo precinct, register now to be included in the go-to guide.

A recent study commissioned by The City of Sydney revealed that 46 percent of Pyrmont shoppers live locally and 71 percent do so 2-3 times per week. Where The Locals Go will chart a comprehensive map of this thriving local economy.

Where The Locals Go will be distributed on 8 October, 2015. The guide will be available from UTS, TAFE, key retailers, pubs, bottle shops cafes, restaurants, galleries, and tourist destinations throughout Pyrmont, Ultimo, Darling Harbour and the CBD. It will also be published as an insert in the October

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The newly upgraded Pyrmont Bay Wharf will reopen for operations on Tuesday 8 September.

In order to improve ferry operations at the new Pyrmont Bay Wharf, an adjustment has been made to the position of the structures. The new pontoon and gangway will extend into the bay at right angles to the boardwalk.

Manly Fast Ferry services and F4 Darling Harbour ferry services will operate from the upgraded wharf. These services will no longer operate to Casino Wharf.

The first F4 ferry service to Circular Quay departs at 6:36am. The first Manly Fast Ferry service from Manly (drop off only) arrives at 7:31am.

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To celebrate the opening of their brand new Mountain Street clinic in Ultimo, local business and PUCC Member Sydney Osteopathic Healthcare has rebranded, and is now trading as Sydney Health Professionals.

Director Edward Clark explains that the rebrand reflects the growth of his business into a more comprehensive healthcare practice that offers osteopathy, naturopathy, injury rehabilitation, and remedial and sports massage.

“We have driven the business in this direction in response to both consumer and patient demands for better, more coordinated, multidisciplinary care - and also in response to the changing health care industry,” he says. “We see ourselves as a one stop shop for allied health care, with a range of therapies all under the one roof.”

Sydney Health Professionals is not the only healthcare business to set up shop in the precinct. With the recent emergence of a bustling healthcare enclave on Mountain Street, the health of Ultimo residents is in good hands. In the last three years, a dentist, a medical practice, a psychological practice, and the rebranded allied health practice have all sprung up at the same location.

Sydney Health Professionals, 88 Mountain Street, Ultimo | 1300 067 836 www.sydneyhealthprofessionals.com. au

Close ties between Pyrmont and Mudgee

If you visited the Pyrmont Festival earlier this year in May, you will recall sampling a smorgasbord of delectable foods with some top notch Mudgee wines.

The Festival was proudly sponsored by Mudgee Region Tourism, giving guests the opportunity to experience the country charm of the Mudgee Region, coupled with the best of the city.

“We were thrilled to support this year’s Pyrmont Festival,” says Mudgee Region Tourism CEO Cara George. “The

response to this year’s festival was the best yet.”

That lasting relationship has paved the way for numerous other Mudgee businesses to forge fruitful ties with the Pyrmont Chamber of Commerce (PUCC).

For the PUCC’s upcoming Seafood Spectacular at Sydney Seafood School, Mudgee businesses Gooree Park Wines and Winning Post Motor Inn have come on-board, generously supporting the event.

Nestled in the hills, 268 km northwest of Sydney, Mudgee offers picturesque landscapes, sophisticated food, historic buildings, boutique shopping, a vibrant arts scene, and over 40 family-owned vineyards. It has a dynamic and friendly community and a strong and diverse economic base, providing opportunities for future business development and growth.

Festival Producer Margot Natoli says, “There is a wonderful synergy between Mudgee and Pyrmont. Our local dining scene here has really evolved in the last ten years. At the same time, we’ve seen some truly world-class wines coming from Mudgee – it’s a perfect match. And when Sydney–siders need a relaxing escape, Mudgee is the perfect destination.”

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Abandoned railway line transformed into busy walkway

BY KENJI SATO The Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority has turned a disused stretch of railway into a “strategic” walkway between Railway Square, Ultimo, and Darling Harbour.

Formerly a rail line, The Goods Line opened up for public access last Sunday, and Sydneysiders can now walk and cycle along it.

Like its name suggests, The Goods Line brought goods from Darling Harbour to the rail yards near Redfern for over a century. The walkway still retains some of its old, industrial flavour, with the original freight line and steel inlays which follow the former rail line.

The Goods Line was a thriving trading artery until the 1960’s, when road transportation became the favoured form of goods delivery. In 1984, the last goods train left the Darling Harbour Goods Yard, and the rail line had remained unused until now.

CEO of the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, Catherine Gallagher, said she hoped The Goods Line will transform Ultimo, the former industrial and trading hub, into a vibrant arts and tourism precinct.

“The Goods Line is part of our vision to make extraordinary places in Sydney that the world talks about,” Mrs Gallagher said.

“It will further connect arts, education and cultural institutions along Sydney’s cultural ribbon.”

“The Goods Line is a civic spine, creating an exciting new connection in an area of the inner-city emerging as a vibrant, attractive neighbourhood,” said Mrs Gallagher. “It may act as a catalyst for further physical, cultural and social development in the area.”

The walkway is part of a $15 million urban revitalisation project of the local area. It features a number of open spaces and event stages intended for public and social events. It also boasts table tennis tables, study pods, and a children’s water play area.

Green Square High St: now you see it, now you don’t

BY CHRISTOPHER HARRIS It has been heralded as Sydney’s first high street built in over 100 years.

The Ebsworth Street construction was completed last week, but will now be ‘cocooned’ away until the surrounding Green Square development is complete.

The cocoon to be laid out next week, made of industrial fabric and concrete, will protect gutters, footpaths and infrastructure from construction trucks while work on apartments is completed.

The unconventional approach will mean that the area next to Green Square Railway Station is ready for shops and cafes to service the expected population boom in the development.

On Saturday, buyers bought $170 million worth of apartments in two hours, when the Crown development, Infinity, went on the market.

By 3pm, $350 million dollars worth of the development had been sold.

The population of Green Square is expected to double in the next 15 years to 54,000.

Associate Professor of planning at UNSW, Catherine Bridge, said the concept of a high street needed to be thought through because of the demographic change that would likely occur in the coming decades.

“Irrespective of who has bought the apartments now, the data we have

from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that housing prices have been consistently going up, and consequently, the percentage of people of who can upgrade to a house is decreasing, which means you might expect more lower income groups living there for longer periods, resulting in a greater elderly population and generally more vulnerable population,” Professor Bridge told City Hub. “That’s where age friendly cities become important; you need to think very carefully about what built environment elements you prioritise,” she said.

“My take on this, is that I suspect in The City of Sydney, the inclusive design features required to enable people of all ages to participate equally may not have been as well considered and planned for as will be required over time.”

Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the cocoon approach meant people would not have to wait for local shops and cafes, as Ebsworth Street will be ready for commercial tenants to service new residents.

“Development in Green Square is booming, with 50 apartments completed every week. Given that pace of development, it’s critical that appropriate infrastructure is in place for new communities moving in and those who are already living and working there.”

Ebsworth Street, Green Square Source: Jamie Williams __ (supplied).

where the locals go Annandale Interiors creating Broadway partners with a “spring sanctuary” Sydney Fringe Festival With people working longer hours than they ever did before, the importance of the home and the sanctuary it can offer is increasingly important.

Time with family, friends, or just alone from the chaos of modern life is a rarity and demands to be cherished.

With spring about to do its thing, the replenishing qualities of nature are easier than ever to bring into the home.

Kim from Annandale Interiors knows how important and easy it is to orientate a home towards the warmer months and tranquil bliss.

Clever choices and a few key pieces can bring the outdoors in and the indoors out, making your home a sanctuary to treasure for both its beauty and its isolation.

“As more of us than ever live in frantic cities, we are increasingly craving the sanctuary found in nature,” Kim told City Hub. “Many of us are looking to convert what little outdoor space we have into secret gardens and homely woodlands in urban places,” she said.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the breadth of choice, Kim is available in her Annandale showroom to show you the variety of natural materials that exude elegance and create a natural oasis in the city.

“We can’t think of a better way of getting up close to nature at home than the touch and feel of timber and cane,” Kim said.

The range at Annandale Interiors features the restorative qualities found in nature, as select pieces are intuitively recycled from quality timbers with a rich history.

“There is nothing like cocooning in our cane

Conner living chair or entertaining friends at our Fisherman’s Wharf dining table and bench sitting made out of real recycled boats.”

If you’re feeling lost at sea, The Annandale Interiors Design team are happy to help out with expert advice drawing on decades of interior design experience, and bring your ideas for your home to life.

Whatever you decide, you can know that your purchase from Annandale Interiors will complement your lifestyle, and something guests will behold for years to come.

“Some of the timber used are up to 30 years of age and have been floating on the high seas well before docking at our store. The difference with our furniture is that some of it is in an incredibly original state, old, woodworm and worn coloured, naturally distressed and antiqued,” said Kim. The extensive store also houses an impressive collection of antique and reproduction furniture.

With spring heating things up, the inner west is about to get a little bit hotter with the Sydney Fringe Festival about to hit the area.

What better place to see it at all than Broadway Shopping Centre, which will come alive with art, entertainment and performance during the month of September.

One of the first events to take place is with emerging artist Bafcat, who has designed a new artwork titled ‘Mystic Jungle’ which is a huge piece of art measuring 10 metres wide, inspired by mystic animals.

Beginning next week, Bafcat will create an interactive mural within the Food Court on Level 2. An avid comic book reader and sci-fi movie buff, Bafcat’s works are inspired by vibrant cartoons and characters.

The artist will be painting live in centre in September where people can watch and interact with the artist as part of the ‘Live Art’ theme of the Sydney Festival.

The Sydney Fringe Festival is now the largest independent arts festival in NSW, representing thousands of artists across all art forms.

It has built a reputation for nurturing and supporting emerging artists,

presenting established artists in the development of new works, promoting small to medium sized venues and activating public spaces.

In addition to the presentation of art, the festival engages the local community of residents and supports small business and night-time economy.

The festival aims to give a voice to those who produce work all year round and compete with main stage events for publicity, and large corporations for custom.

The festival represents the cultural heart of the city and celebrates all things Sydney from local community groups to well-known touring artists.

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ARTS FEATURE

Getting Contemporary with Sydney Art Week

BY ALANNAH MAHER

Sydney Art Week is soon to commence, and brings along with it an extravaganza of immersive and free art experiences in conjunction with Sydney Contemporary Art Fair.

“It’s a wonderful ‘shot in the arm’ at the beginning of Spring to remind Sydney-siders about how much goes on in our fabulous city,” said program director Barry Keldoulis. A new extension of the Art Fair program which launched in 2013, Art Week seeks to engage the public and embrace the city’s cultural life and other types of creativity outside the official art field. It encapsulates and embraces the city’s contemporary art scene beyond the traditional fair program running out of the Carriageworks.

Keldoulis describes the first Art Fair as a response to the question: “was Sydney ready for a premium art fair?” With the answer being a resounding “yes”, excitement and expectations have been building around this year’s amplified program.

Art Week is bursting at the seams with performance art trails throughout the city, an ‘art & dine’ restaurant program, the Talk Contemporary series offering free panel discussions exploring topical and controversial themes, and a VIP Program attracting Australasia’s most influential art collectors and taste-makers.

The week kicks off with the most highly anticipated event of them all with the Opening Night Party at the Carriageworks. With the last Opening Night attracting over 10,000 people, the upcoming event will involve an all-encompassing plethora of art, music and food open to the public. The party will carry on into the Trailblazers event, as a diverse series of performance artists lead crowds ‘ping pong-ing’ through Redfern’s nightspots including The Bearded Tit, Arcadia, The Dock and 107 Projects with unexpected stops along the way.

“It’s really worth coming just to see the traffic jams,” said internationally exhibited, participating artist Tracey Moffatt when reminiscing the Opening Night last year, which had

an energy that she says reminded her of New York. “It had a great international vibe and it made me really think about Sydney, that Sydney is changing...” She attributes the success to Barry’s international connections.

With over three decades of experience in the international art world, Keldoulis is a perfect fit to orchestrate a program that encapsulates the world of contemporary art. Sydney born and bred, Keldoulis got his start in New York where he worked as a private secretary and chief of staff for Henry Geldzahler (credited with launching the career of Andy Warhol). Barry returned to Australia after 15 years in America and Europe; and has since showcased the Australian Museum’s indigenous collections at Djamu gallery, managed collections for Sherman Galleries and ran his own gallery for ten years before coming on board as Fair Director for Sydney Contemporary.

Tracey Moffatt kicks off the Night Cap late night events, premiering her latest short film collaboration with Gary Hilberg, a hilarious montage of excerpts from classic films that deal with the art world and artists, titled The Art. The Night Cap series invites guests to join a conversation with leading artists and curators, to the backdrop of a curated program of film and moving image artworks.

“Tracey herself is an icon of Australian art and a fantastic personality, and that really comes through in the work, it’s a great take on the art world and the way [it] operates, and also a interesting look at some of the misconceptions about the art world as well,” commented Barry.

Moffatt says she grew up spending “Saturday afternoons in the suburbs watching telly” in an era before the Internet, when “learning about the world was through movies”.

The themes in Tracey’s work are an excellent compliment to the program in general, which she describes as “a great thing for Sydney… You see the workings of the art world, you see the gallerists, all the dealers there with their different stalls, different cities, different countries… you’re seeing contemporary art, what’s happening right now and looking at the real thing up close.”

Art Week does not seek to particularly favour one form of creativity over another, whether considered highbrow or lowbrow, independent or commercial – but rather it embraces the contemporary art world as a whole.

The Artist Run Initiative platform (ARI) involves independent exhibitors with the program that may not otherwise be exhibiting on the same platform as more established national and international galleries. Sebastian Goldspink of Alaska Projects is excited to be involved again, considering Alaska’s involvement with the last Sydney Contemporary a “turning point” for the small, multidisciplinary gallery isolated to the basement of the Kings Cross car park.

“There’s lots of people in Sydney who might go to the Art Gallery of NSW, to the Archibald’s or to Art Express – [Art Week is] letting them know that there’s a whole world of gallery spaces throughout Sydney and in their neighbourhoods...” said Goldspink, when talking about Sydney Contemporary’s support of the independent scene.

Showing alongside Bus Projects (Melbourne) and 107 Projects (Sydney), Alaska will be exhibiting six artists including Dan Hollier and Kate Scardifeld, core artists Goldspink has worked with over the past few years.

“Artist-run spaces are a really significant part of the art sequence in Australia and historically always have been,” explained Sebastian. He describes artist run spaces as a kind of “breeding ground” for the next generation of commercially successful artists, which also attract established Australian artists, who often branch out and return to artist run spaces, “showing more experimental work that maybe they couldn’t do in a [commercial] gallery context”.

“The Art Fair for me is almost like a physical manifestation of the Internet, in that you can see work from your city, your country and around the world in the one place at the one time,” said Barry. “[However] most good art still needs to be seen in the flesh to be fully appreciated, to get that visceral response to the work.”

SYDNEY ART WEEK

September 7–13. Various venues across inner Sydney.

SYDNEY CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR September 10–13. Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Redfern.

OPENING NIGHT PARTY

September 10, from 5pm. Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Redfern. $50 (includes complimentary drink).

For further details on venues and individual events visit sydneycontemporary.com.au

Tracey Moffatt premieres her new short film at Sydney Art Week.

Photo by Chris Peken.

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EAT & DRINK

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William Blue Dining is located in the old Rockpool site, yet despite the fancy, heritage, sandstone location, a three-course meal is yours for fewer than forty bucks.You pay so little because your food is prepared and served by students - under

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ROCKS & CBD Basement 33 Amidst the hustle and bustle of Goulburn Street’s Haymarket end, is a new hidden bar gem, worthy of any nightlife veteran’s attention. I pull up a bar stool, and order a martini, after raising a respectful eyebrow to the ingenious cocktail list.The drinks certainly are on point, including Mel-Ki ($17) boasting melon liqueur, Grand Marnier and fresh kiwi.The interior of this nouveau nightspot is a mix of trendy tiling and sleek modern finishing; slightly too cool to be called flashy, but certainly shiny.

Owner Nathanial Bourke hints to me that live music is close on the horizon. I’m starting to get a Frankie’s Pizza vibe. Oh yeah… they also serve pizza.

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By Jackie McMillan the hawk-like eyes of well versed, industry professionals - from the William Blue College of Hospitality and Management. So you may have to have entertain some at-the-table-training, especially if you choose the well-priced, elegant 2008 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Kabinett Riesling Mosel ($68/bottle) with its cork-stopper. Bonus is you’ll also leave knowing you don’t put the corkscrew in the centre of the cork.Your meal is prepared using standout Aussie produce, from Pepe Saya butter to Alto olive oil, to pleasantly pink Milly Hill Lamb ($18) with saffron fondant potatoes, asparagus, pickled turnips and flavoursome jus. Kingfish Ceviche ($11) is nicely presented, retaining its delicate flavour against blue swimmer crab, coriander, mustard cress and lime. My crosshatched slab of Swordfish ($18) is cooked precisely as requested; and tarragon garlic butter makes Steamed Beans ($5) another success. In a fast-paced world this charming spot reminds you to slow down, be tolerant and gracious – a tasty antithesis to Abbott’s Australia.

107-109 George Street,The Rocks (02) 9492 3290 williambluedining.com Modern Australian $$

$$$ - mains between $22-$30

Basement Level, 27-33 Goulburn Street, Haymarket (02) 8970 5813 basement33.com Bar, Cocktails $$ Basket Brothers In an old skydiving shop, two buddies with impressive restaurant CVs have opened a café on the desolate fringes of Surry Hills and the CBD. Cleverly devised breakfasts, like Smoked Brisket Hash ($18) with egg, aioli, beautifully sweet beef brisket and jalapeño salsa, show the ‘bros’ Jono Forsythe (Mad Pizza e Bar) and Deepak Singh (Kantine) know how to lure people into their fish tank-like café. House-made Beans ($17) with pork belly and ham hock show they can do simple food with flair.

Likewise, Hot Tuna Salad ($15) with quinoa,

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olives and perfectly soft-boiled egg, proves these guys are restaurateur class.With Allpress roasting the beans, their Coffee ($3.50) has the AFP becoming regulars.

Shop 1 / 184-196 Elizabeth Street, Sydney (02) 9281 5198 basketbrothers.com.au Café $$ Fix St James The gentleman at the next table is wooing his date with stories of ICAC.The table beyond finishing rushed plates of Coorong Skirt Steak Tagliata ($34) are barristers working on a three-week case, by pulling another all-nighter. Hearing ‘all-nighter’ makes me want wine, and to that end, this spot delivers.The 250-strong wine list carries everything from a refined 2013 Eldridge Estate Chardonnay ($99) to whole-bunch fermented ‘amber’ wines

Bar at the End of the Wharf My date’s late, so I’m nursing an Old Fashioned ($20).

It’s not on their short list of cocktails, but they do offer to make any classics you have a hankering for; so I forgive the bartender for it being sweet and gritty with undissolved sugar. Ordering off-list isn’t my usual practice, but I’m combating pre-theatre anxiety. It’s certainly the

like the 2014 Punch ‘Saffron’ Chardonnay ($63).Team it with unaugmented Wapengo Lake Oysters ($4/each), an unexpectedly delicious 18-Hour Minute Steak ($19) teamed with hazelnuts, a carrot ribbon and pumpkin puree, or standout Roast Veal Sweetbreads ($18) with fennel and liquorice.

111 Elizabeth Street, Sydney (02) 9232 2767 fixstjames.com.au Modern Australian, Bar,Wine $$$$ DARLO, KINGS X & SURRY HILLS Dragoncello Chef Roy McVeigh marches to the sound of his own beat – and to be honest, it’s refreshing. In an unpretentious upstairs room, enlivened by vibrant Tapestry Girl

place to do it, in a theatre bar surrounded by urbane theatre types, at the end of a very long wharf of timeworn floorboards.Yet it strikes me as incongruous be tucking into Dip Boards ($22/2 people) and Meatballs ($14) in tomato marjoram sauce, in front of a world-class view.

More balls arrive – this time Nomad’s Spicy Chorizo and Pea Arancini ($12) – punctuated by drinks: a nicely tart Tommy’s Margarita ($18) and Sippin’ By The Sea ($18), which summons pina coladas using rum, coconut syrup and pineapple juice, updated by apple juice and Angostura bitters. It’s an easy-drinking companion to lightly battered Calamari ($16) with smoked paprika aioli. Okay, there’s something to be said for pre-theatre food being egalitarian and accessible, down to florets of Cauliflower ($9) with paprika and tahini, for under ten bucks. A messy tangle of Meringue, Quince, Apple, Cream and Candied Chestnut ($12) hints post-show debriefs might be better accompanied in liquid form.

Pier 4, Hickson Road,Walsh Bay (02) 9250 1761 Bar, Bar Food $$

pegboard murals, he defies expectations with a Sydney Rock Oyster, Burnt Leek, Potato Skins and Citrus Leaf Gel ($3/ each) presented without any visible bivalve.Toffee Beetroot, Boudin Noir, Crackling and Apple ($18) utilises sweetness to well-balanced effect; ditto my dish of the night: Pea Mousse ($28) set under a tangle of its own leaves and flowers, with candied bacon and pouredat-the-table Parmesan broth. Geranium Panna Cotta ($17) deftly juggles intense floral sweetness with tomato soup cake and two forms of rhubarb. Nope, haven’t seen that before.

Level 1, 466 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills (02) 8399 0907 dragoncello.com.au Bar, Modern Australian $$$ Jazz City Diner Myron Mixon from BBQ Pittmasters has

taught me is that tender, tasty brisket has a charry crust and good pull on the slices; and that’s just what you’ll find when you pick up a slice of the Beef Brisket ($8/100g) at Jazz City, and give it a tug. Once you snaffle a table in the nicely kitted out space, the time delay to wrapping your lips around fork-split Beef Short Rib ($5/100g) is mercifully short. Balance your meaty tray of Pulled Pork ($8/100g), house-made Sausage ($5/each) and (slightly disappointing) Pork Ribs ($8/100g) against ‘Slaw ($2.50), super tasty Pinto Beans ($2.50) and standout Pickles ($2.50). A creamy Coconut Milkshake ($8) rounds your feast out nicely.

200 Goulburn Street, Surry Hills (02) 9264 2572 jazzcity.com.au American $$

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EAT &&DRINK

By Jackie McMillan

Damda The first thing you’ll notice after stepping into Damda, beyond the strong design aesthetic, is the monstrous, smoke-belching oven. It’s admirably manned by a smiling, tattooed, Korean coal-master.As your salivary glands kick into overdrive, you’ll begin to appreciate that this is a modern reinterpretation of Korean barbecue - the name means ‘resemble’ - doing things a

INNER WEST Majestic Harvest Despite some hipster trappings - Edison bulbs, cold drip, and dishes presented on boards and in frypans - the food is remarkably honest and free from (much) pretension. The aforementioned, slightly unwieldy frypan, dubbed The Majestic ($19), is loaded with wellhandled kale, supple Serrano ham, a trio of poached eggs with rich golden yolks, baked beans and black pudding.

Taleggio and basil have been softly folded through Scrambled Eggs ($12.50) offset by roasted Roma tomatoes. For those who cringe at butter, a board bearing Bircher Muesli ($11) with blueberries, walnuts and coconut, is made compelling by blackened apple

By DJ Hookie Being a Dallas native by origin, I can understand the growing obsession with Texas BBQ here in Australia.

One of the links I certainly did draw between this fixture of the American culinary world, and Ribs & Burgers, was the service. 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

NEWTOWN & ENVIRONS Lucio Pizzeria Venture into Tomorrowland – otherwise known as Zetland.

Swallow down a portent dose of the future, where you can purchase an Audi as easily as you can order a name brand Lucio pizza.

Grappling with the location over Birra Ichnusa ($8), I volunteer: it’s Shanghai without the chaos.“Hence Singapore,” our neighbours at the cheek-to-jowl tables, helpfully supply.

By contrast, the artisan pizzas are imperfectly perfect – complete with bubbling, chewy crusts and minimal toppings, like Speck ($21) with mozzarella and Fontina, or paper12

little differently. Instead of cooking at your table, you’ll sit back and enjoy Korea’s most popular alcoholic beverage, soju, in sharing-sized, icy cocktail carafes, from delicate Green Seoul ($25) with mint, grape and lemon, to the more fragrant and interestingYuzu Punch ($25). Drinking snacks, like sticky-sweet chilli rice cake skewers, Ddeok Ggochi ($8/10 pieces), are great against Korean beers from Hite ($6) to Cass ($6). Despite being tempted by Korean fried chicken and thematic nachos and tacos, I sensibly avoided loading up on entrees. Lucky, because the outstandingly tender and smoky Kalbi Beef Ribs ($35.50) arrived in a large metal tray, laden with gochujang noodle salad, cornballs, lotus root chips and house-made kimchi.The BBQ is fully customisable, from additional meat options like Bossam ($17) (pork belly), to three different accompanying Korean sauces.They cover all preferences from sweet to heat, though for me it’s all about that intriguing blend of chilli (gochujang) and fermented soybean paste (doenjang) called ssamjang.

166 Norton Street, Leichhardt (02) 9560 0527 facebook.com/ damda2015 Korean $$

compote.Allpress Coffee scrubs up well as a Latte ($3.50) despite the machine running flat chat.

49 New Canterbury Road, Petersham (02) 8097 2222 majesticgourmetgrocers.com.au Breakfast, Café $ One6Eight Husband and wife team, Leigh and Amanda McDivitt, turn their talents to weekend High Tea ($50/head), in the rich red womb of their Balmain fine diner.While chef has banished crusts-off cucumber sandwiches in favour of savoury items like vongole popcorn and compressed confit chicken wings, re-add the cucumber with Cool As ($18), a daytime-friendly tequila, Cointreau and chilli concoction. On the ground floor of your slightly risqué platter,Amanda entices you with hot cinnamon doughnuts filled with Seville orange and Cointreau

Ribs & Burgers Zetland

crème patisserie.Your boozy long lunch continues into Sailor Jerry’s and apricot marshmallows, alongside a winning verrine of sherbet-like lemon and yuzu parfait. It’s perfect against an equally airy Raspberry Sorbet Bellini ($17).

233 Darling Street Balmain (02) 9555 8750 one6eight.info High Tea, Cocktails $$$ Charlotte Café Balmain’s awash with visitors from all corners of the city, keen to explore the cosmopolitan selection of trendy cafés. Precisely why Charlotte Café in neighbouring Birchgrove, provides pleasant respite from the hustle and bustle. It’s a place where locals meet for coffee (of which Campos fans will approve), with outdoor dog bowls provided for fourlegged friends.The Charlotte Special

(Do people actually live in Zetland?), lining up to take away large brown paper bags filled up with what’s on offer.The Old School Cheese Burger ($10.50) could have used a higher ‘patty to bun’ ratio, as the meat was its only decent feature.

The Pork Spare Ribs ($28.50) were a little on the dry side for the most part, but the smoky BBQ sauce was a savior, albeit quite thinly spread. Surprisingly, the standout for me were the Chicken Wings ($9.50) with sticky soy, which fared even better still, when being dipped into the provided aioli sauce.We also had some kick-ass Thick Shakes ($7/each), one Milo-flavoured and the other vanilla malt. If you can stomach the dairy content, they’re worth a go.

Tenancy 1 APEX Building, 6 Defries Avenue, Zetland (02) 9697 0888 ribsandburgers.com/au/

thin prosciutto, rocket and cherry tomatoes, topped with freshly shaved Parmesan on Filetto ($21).

Cold cuts also feature on Il Grand Tagliere ($36.50) a heaving antipasto board won by super-fresh buffalo mozzarella.

Shop 34, East Village, 2-4 Defries Avenue, Zetland (02) 9697 3028 luciopizzeria.com.au Pizza, Italian $$ 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

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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, 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

The Dandylion Bondi

By Alex Harmon You’ve got to wonder why it’s taken so long for a fullyfledged vegetarian restaurant to open in an old DVD store in Bondi. Lamenting the lack of options and the demise of movie rentals, co-owner Chitti Lardi, a vego who grew

($18.50) is a decadent, Norwegian take on eggs Benedict, featuring homemade Hollandaise and fish roe. Crunchy Corn Fritters ($14.50) with baby spinach and grilled haloumi is offset nicely with a cucumber and yoghurt topping.Avocado and Tomatoes on Toast ($10) with pesto, pleased my vegan dining-mate, and we’re told it’s a best seller.

127 Rowntree Street, Birchgrove (0403) 924 168 facebook.com/CharlotteCafeBirchgrove Café $-$$

EASTERN SUBURBS & BEACHES Cheekyburger Beards come in handy when tucking into the artery-clogging staples at Paddington’s Cheekyburger.The graffiti-

up in the Inner West, sought the perfect spot for a 100% vegetarian (with vegan options) diner. Popular dishes include the Caramelised Tempeh, Shitake Mushrooms & Kale Dumplings ($18) with just the right amount of chilli and sweet miso sauce; and their monthly ‘Veegustation’ nights have word on the grapevine spreading fast.The special of Pumpkin Ravioli with Goats Cheese ($24) was out of this world, a testament to there being an Italian chef in the house.

Unfortunately the DIY Cajun Fajitas ($22) were a little lacking in flavour, considering everything else, like the Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms ($19) with brie, was over-achieving.

Carlos, the Caribbean bartender, will whip you up a tropical delight.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. And the dandiest dessert ever goes to the Peanut Butter and Orange Tiramisu ($13), served with a smile, and a flower. Dandylion is a winner, even meat-lovers will agree.277 Bondi Road, Bondi (02) 9365 1567 dandylion.com.au Vegetarian,Vegan $$

plastered courtyard creates a salubrious environment to get plastered on Brooklyn Lagers whilst boasting about how you knew about this place before it was cool.

The ironically nonchalant American diner menu persuades you to expect service from a girl on roller skates; but that doesn’t happen.The Double Cheeseburger ($14.99) with (necessary) Bacon ($1.99) lives up to the hype, and will have you thinking of it days later, like that one-night stand you’re thinking of texting again. I could take or leave the Deep Fried Pickles ($6.99), but they’re not the drawcard.Wear tight jeans, but prepare to unbutton.

312 Oxford Street, Paddington (02) 9331 7436 cheekyburgerbar.com Burgers $ Bondi Trattoria You know a place is good when it’s

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packed on a frosty Monday night, filled to the brim with locals who know where to find a decent feed.The ‘Trat has been around for twenty-five years and is almost as famous as the beach you can see from your table. It guarantees good, humble Italian food, like Garlic Prawns ($23.90) with crusty bread, and the salty/sweet marriage of Prosciutto, Gorgonzola, Pear and Hazelnut Salad ($20.90). Our waiter highly recommends the signature dish, invented here - Angel Hair Pasta ($23.90/small) with raw tuna, Parmesan and chilli - it’s delicious. Finish with Chocolate Crème Brulee ($15.90), which has a cracking case that tastes of fire-toasted marshmallows.

34 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach (02) 9365 4303 bonditrattoria.com.au Italian $$

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Satasia At the end of this week, Balmain loses an icon: owner/chef Andrew Lum, and with him, his popular restaurant Satasia.

This iconic restaurant has been a Balmain stalwart for the last thirty-three and a half years. Speaking to this engaging chef between rammed Friday lunch and dinner sittings, as takeaway orders ring off the hook, I asked him why he’s closing a restaurant at the height of its success? “I’d like a dollar for everyone who’s just called me selfish,” jokes Lum, who’s actually been cooking on the peninsula for the last forty-five years. He’s quick to add his real reason to quit while he’s ahead: “Satasia is so successful, I have to retire. I’d work myself sick. I have to get out.” It’s hard to believe the energetic man before me turns 70 next year! Satasia is one of the most successful pan-Asian fusion restaurants I’ve encountered. Lum puts his mastery of multiple cuisines down to his Fijian upbringing: “I grew up with multiculturalism – Asian parents and a multicultural school.”

His dishes are derived from Indian and Chinese roots, and he keeps his palate honed with regular travel “back to the villages”, including a “four month stint in the Himalayas”. Lum is full of praise for his family of staff, and customers, many of whom he says, have become long-term friends. He’s retiring to Fiji for a well-earned rest. www.satasia.com.au

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One Tea Lounge & Grill Remember that ramen burger from the Noodle Night Markets that blew everyone’s minds? Well now it’s found a permanent home at David Yip’s One Tea Lounge & Grill. Since launching,Yip has become the matcha man, infusing green tea into at least 80% of the bar’s menu. Green tea cocktails?

Check. Green tea infused hollandaise? Check. Green tea salt? Check.

Obviously no trip here is complete without sampling the infamous Ramen Sliders ($20/3): beef, lettuce, tomato and mayo. sandwiched between two burnished noodle stacks. I was pretty dubious about the idea of a green tea cocktail, but I couldn’t get enough of Matcha Made in Heaven ($20).When it came to dessert, I think I spent more time gawking at the beauty that is the Green Tea Parfait ($15) than actually eating it.Think: Frangelico panna cotta, green tea and black sesame ice cream with red bean, almonds, cream, waffle flakes and candy floss. Par-fect.

Upper Ground Floor, 73 York St, Sydney (02) 9279 3311 onetealounge.com.au

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT MISS BURLESQUE: NSW State Final 2015

Michael Griffiths (pictured) hosts an evening of Madonna tributes. Photo credit: Blueprint Studios.

If you don’t have any plans this coming Friday, I suggest you hurry up and get tickets to the Miss Burlesque NSW Final. The amazing show is all in the name of charity and performance. A competition for all, why not spend your Friday watching these gorgeous women perform the best burlesque NSW has ever seen?

Finalist KT Bell (also known as alter-ego Mae de la Rue) says burlesque is a “celebration of the female form” and the performances are something you cannot miss. The competition includes an evening gown competition as well as several performances, including a unique act that you must see to believe. The winner will be announced on the night, so come and barrack for your favourite before they head off to the finals in Darwin.

The burlesque dancers are also raising money, so don’t forget to buy an Anzac cookie from Mae De La Rue. Feel free to dress up and cheer for your favourite. It is a loud event and performers welcome all encouragement. (LB) September 4, 7:30pm. Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Road, Marrickville. $32.50-$46.50.

Tickets & info: factorytheatre.com.au

Pictured: Miss Burlesque finalist Mae de la Rue.

Anything Goes Covergirl: The songs of Madonna

Slide Lounge, Sydney’s home of Cabaret, ecstatically presents Social September, a monthlong musical extravaganza.

Social September is here to spoil you with some great French food and entertain you with amazing acts.And the fact that the money raised will go the Reach Foundation to support Australian youth just makes this ongoing event even more irresistible.

As part of the bill, Jeremy Brennan is bringing his latest production to Slide, called Covergirl.

“I conceived the idea after watching Matthew Mitcham’s video go viral (the one he recorded singing ‘Single Ladies’ and accompanying himself on the ukulele),” said Jeremy.

“After seeing his video, I thought there must be so many other celebs with musical ambitions, and so Covergirl was born,” he added.

This is a musical event with a twist.

“We grab a bunch of celebrities with hidden talents, pick one recording artist for each show and

tear their songs apart with fun and unusual versions,” explained Jeremy.

Until now, Jeremy’s show has covered and rehashed songs by Kylie Minogue,The Spice Girls, Britney Spears,Amy Winehouse and Dolly Parton.

And this year it is the Queen of Pop, Madonna!

“It’s a terrifically unpredictable night,” said Jeremy.

This year the production, hosted by Michael Griffiths, also has a terrific line-up. “(It includes) a former ABC news reader, an Olympian, a Bollywood actor, one of the cast of the Lion King who is translating one of Madonna’s iconic songs into Maori, and a pregnant Home & Away actress singing ‘Papa don’t preach, I’m keeping my baby’!”, added an excited Jeremy.

Witness the music of Madonna like never before! (JR) September 9.The Slide Lounge, 41 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst. From $35 (Dinner and show options available).Tickets & info: slide. com.au or (02) 8915 1899

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Anything Goes is musical comedy at its best. Based on a PG Wodehouse & Guy Bolton book, and featuring the mesmerizing music of Cole Porter, this nautical Broadway musical has a legacy of winning hearts and scoring accolades.

The Australian production is created by the Helpmann Award winning team of director Dean Bryant and choreographer Andrew Hallsworth. It features an all-star cast led by Caroline O’Connor (Reno),Todd McKenney (Lord Evelyn),Wayne Scott Kermond (Moonface),Alex Rathgeber (Billy), Carmen Duncan (Evangeline), Claire Lyon (Hope) and Debora Krizak (Erma) among others.

Anything Goes takes the audience through a madcap story where Reno, an evangelist turned nightclub singer, and Moonface, a gangster, help Billy win the heart of Hope, only to be challenged by Hope’s fiancé Lord Evelyn!

Carmen Duncan, who plays the role of Hope’s haughty and overbearing mother, rates this production among the best of Broadway. “(Anything Goes) is at par with musicals like Carousel, Phantom of the Opera, Pacific and Annie,” said Carmen. “(I) love this musical,” she stated.“It has the most wonderful music. Every song is familiar, and the play is full of humour... it is simple and joyous, elegant and sophisticated.”

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To act in a musical was at the top of Carmen’s bucket list, but she never found the confidence before, a revelation shocking in itself as Carmen has an amazing acting career spanning over five decades behind her. “(I find) it both scary and exciting,” said Carmen.

Anything Goes has everything going for it: a superb cast, a fine story, great music and wonderful direction; go and see it before it goes away! (JR) September 5 - October 31. Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House. $59.90-$199.90.

Tickets & info: sydneyoperahouse.com or 9250 7777

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.

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LIFE OF THE PARTY Madd World Productions tackles themes of love and loss in its latest production. Life of the Party is showing as part of the Sydney Fringe Festival.

Charlie is a jovial recent newlywed who must deal with the loss of the effervescent Anna, the love of his life.

With the assistance of two other worldly friends, Salus and Lues, he attempts to navigate his journey through grief and depression. But with these burdensome companions more manipulative than helpful, Charlie is struggling with depression without really understanding it.

“I wanted to try and relieve the stigmas of depression… and raise awareness of the issues that surround it,” explained Mark Alan Lee, who wrote the play in addition to playing the tormented protagonist.

Mark wrote the original script as a one-act play back in his college days in the UK. Recently rediscovering the script with the help of his partner and co-star Maddie Pottinger, who also founded Madd World productions, he has developed it into a roughly one hour show.

Mark’s real-life girlfriend Maddie steps into the shoes of his character’s dearly departed wife Anna for this production. He explained that despite the “tragic, harrowing” themes of Charlie and Anna’s story, he found playing opposite Maddie rather easy.“We’ve not had to work for that building of a relationship… it’s still a lot of work… [but] I found it really enjoyable actually,” said Mark.

Life of the Party tackles dark and heavy themes, yet balances this with hints of humour and lightness found in intimate scenes between the romantic leads and traditional theatrical devices. (AM) September 9–13. Erskineville Town Hall, 104 Erskineville Road, Erskineville. $17.50-$22.Tickets & info: sydneyfringe.com or 02 9550 6087 Mark Alan Lee and Maddie Pottinger of Madd World Productions.

Review: The Aliens Set in the grubby backyard of a coffee shop in Vermont, two professional slackers sit to discuss matters as weighty as ex-girlfriends, the novel they’ll never finish writing, and their rock band that never really made it.

Into their midst walks a 17-year-old kid working a summer job at the café whose world will be completely changed.

The Aliens is the breakthrough play by Pulitzer Prize winning writer Annie Baker (The Flick), currently one of the hottest young playwrights in New York. It’s easy to see why.

Tender and funny, her play is finely and precisely detailed, with every ‘um’,‘ah’ or awkward pause carefully written into the script.The cast rise brilliantly to the challenge with warm and engaging performances – none more so than James Bell who is mesmeric yet understated as ‘the kid’.

Australian born and New York based director Craig Baldwin has put together a fine play taking the natural rustic intimacy of the Old Fitz and pushing it even further with on-stage seating.The effect is to give the audience a sense of immersion in not only the action but even the psyche of the players.“There is a craving for plays that are a little edgier than the mainstream,” explained Baldwin.“I think Sydney has a more adventurous audience that want to go out and see something different.” (GW) Until September 19 (Tues – Sat 7:30pm, Sun 5pm). Old Fitzroy Theatre, 129 Dowling Street, Woolloomooloo. $32.Tickets & info: oldfitztheatre.com or 0422198955.

THEATRE & PERFORMANCE THANKYOU FOR BEING A FRIEND This puppet show tribute to hit 80s television series The Golden Girls cracks open taboos and challenges the audience. “The best thing about Thank You for Being a Friend is the puppets themselves.

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notice that side of it and the puppets themselves come to life. “To actually look at the set design, it looks exactly like you’re actually in the set of The Golden Girls.” (MS) Until September 6. Glen Street Theatre, Corner of Glen Street & Blackbutts Road, Belrose. $46-$71 (student rush: $16).Tickets & info: glenstreet.com.au or 9975 1455 6 DEGREES OF NED KELLY Ned Kelly, Australia’s greatest bushranger, roamed the outback reaping havoc across the dusty plains.

Or so history says. Kelly’s stories have been passed down through the generations, creating one of Australia’s

best known folklores. In her new production playing at Sydney Fringe, 6 Degrees of Ned Kelly, Melita Rowston explores the Kelly stories that she grew up with and how Australians connect and become something bigger through the art of story-telling.

Through her witty dialogue and physical humour, Rowston recounts the journey she has undertaken to uncover the truth about her ancestors. (NB) Sept 2-6.The Village Theatre, Erskineville Town Hall, 104 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville. $15$25.Tickets & info: www. sydneyfringe.com

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Roald Dahl’s story of a remarkably clever little girl with magical abilities has finally received the musical treatment.

Matilda’s magical powers are downplayed in favour of her other abilities–her brilliant storytelling and astonishing academic finesse, her piercing wit and the devious pranks she plays on her neglectful parents.

With a mesmerizing combination of music and staging to play up these devices – the lack of magic tricks is hardly a bother. The characters in this adaption strike a perfect balance between comic and authentic. This is a show with something for all age

groups. Fans of Dahl and Tim Minchin’s music alike should be satisfied. (AM) Until October 25. Sydney Lyric Theatre, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont. $50-$150.Tickets & info: au. matildathemusical.com or ticketmaster.com.au THE TEMPEST John Bell directs his last play for the company he founded almost 25 years ago. Set in a deserted magical island of empty abstract space, designer Julie Lynch has created an ephemeral floating disc for the performance to take place on. With colourful costumes, the staging evokes the sense of a

dream where tales are yet to be written.

Eloise Winestock portrays Miranda, a character who was shipwrecked on an island as an infant. “She is quite different from any other Shakespearean Ingénue. She is completely guileless. I’ve been trying to find that wildness,” said Winestock.

The old master meets a modern day Australian genius for the last time.

(GW) Until September 18. Playhouse, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney. $35-79.Tickets & info: sydneyoperahouse.com or 92507777

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OZAPOCALYPYSE: SOMETIME SOON!

By Coffin Ed, Jay Katz and Miss Death Bogus reports that a giant asteroid was scheduled to hit earth this September should have inspired every Australian filmmaker. Sure, we’ve had Peter Weir’s watery vision of the apocalypse in The Last Wave and seen the Opera House trashed in Independence Day - but when oh when will we be treated to the great Australian, CGI-generated vision of our very own gum leaf Armageddon?

Sydney, of course, is the premiere location for such a movie, and Melbourne has already had their crack in the doomsday classic On The Beach. Let’s face it, the harbour city has all the big ticket items when it comes to mass destruction – like the Opera House, the Bridge and even the giant smiley face at Luna Park. American writer Mike Davis calls it the ‘slapstick apocalypse’, our bizarre fascination in seeing humanity reduced to an enormous pile of rubble – and who doesn’t love a big screen dose of seat rumbling, surround sound, disaster porn?

The scenario was even touched upon briefly on the ABC’s Drum program recently, when panellists we asked what they would do if we had only had a few days to live. Some predicted total anarchy whilst others suggested the community might unite in the face of total annihilation.

Disaster movies usually exploit both the good and the bad when it comes to human behaviour and we would expect nothing less in the homegrown product.We’d love to see both the City of Sydney Council and the State Government get behind our own version of Deep Impact, and what better time to film it than this year’s NYE, when hundreds of thousands of unpaid extras will gather on our harbour foreshores.

So here’s the pitch and let the funding dollars flow.The asteroid is destined to hit right on the stroke of midnight (NYE) and civic leaders, families and religious groups of all denominations have assembled on the harbour, bound together in both prayer and solemn contemplation.

Meanwhile, the lockout laws across Kings Cross and the CBD have gone completely out the door as the party people engage in an orgy of binging, gratuitous groping and drug taking – a display of untamed hedonism not witnessed since the final days Sodom and Gomorrah.

Whilst thousands have remained in Sydney to meet their maker, others have decided to escape the metropolis and seek sanctuary from the impending firestorm and tsunami in the presumed safety of the Blue Mountains and beyond.The roads are gridlocked and chaos prevails (a bit like the Easter weekend) as the major Sydney freeways become a 24 hour

demolition derby.

Yet the asteroid is so huge that not even the most remote part of the continent will be spared, and even Uluru is set to become an enormous pile of rubble. As midnight approaches, the zombie-like, stoned-out party people desert the Kings Cross boozers and descend en masse upon the harbour (just like they do every year). Family groups are jostled, spat upon and abused as the good and the bad square off in the desperate final hours of human civilization.

Casual Conversation: Verging on Harassment Casual Conversation:Verging on Harassment is the newest exhibition at the small Minerva Gallery, located in Potts Point. The exhibition will show works from a number of artists through to mid-September.

Artists showcasing their work include Anthea Behm, a visual and performance artist who also received the 2011-2012 Core Fellow at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Also showing is Guy Benfield, an artist known for painting, photography, sculpture, performance and video; and Hamishi Farah who is showcasing his work, Marginal Aesthetics.

Other artists include Ricarda Bigolin and

ZERO CONCERTO One of the leading artists of our generation, Jim Lambie brings a curated selection of his diverse body of work to the Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery under the united title Zero Concerto.An instillation artist also working in the expanded field of painting, Lambie is regarded as one of the most significant artists to have emerged from his home city of Glasgow.The exhibition is a wild kaleidoscope cocktail featuring a psychedelic palette of vinyl tape, multicoloured potato sacks, and bicycle 16

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James Deutsher, Matthys Gerber, Tim Johnson, Mary MacDougall, John Mawurndjul, Dave Pwerle Ross, John Spiteri, Jelena Telecki and Marian Tubbs.

All these artists are using different modes and forms of art to show the message for the exhibition. These beautiful works are not hanging around for much longer, so it is important to get in there and check them out.

There is something for everybody and it is and all ages event. (LB) Until September 19. Minerva Gallery, 4/111 Macleay St, Potts Point. Free. Info: minervasydney.com or 02 9357 3697

wheels. (AM) Until September 26. Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery, 8 Soudan Lane, Paddington.

Free. Info: roslynoxley9.com.au INSPIRATION BY DESIGN: WORD AND IMAGE For the first time in Sydney, audiences are able to see one of Pablo Picasso’s art books, fashion sketches by Dior and Beatrix Potter’s original illustrations.This exhibition from London’s Victoria and Albert Museum is now at the State Library.This international collection celebrates over 150 years worth of the

world’s finest and most talented artists, illustrators and designers. Over 100 designs, illustrations and images will be on display.The State Library has taken this opportunity to also showcase Australian Design. Illustrations of the original Blinky Bill by Dorothy Wall are featured, as well as a Jørn Utzon’s original sketch of the Sydney Opera House. (JC) Until September 27. State Library of NSW, Macquarie St, Sydney.

Free. Information: sl.nsw.gov.au CLARY AKON– CULTURAL

The Lord Mayor, a cameo perhaps from Meryl Streep as our own Clover Moore, calls for calm and reflection as the greatly outnumbered police and security forces tazer anybody who even smells of alcohol.

Then right on the stroke of midnight, a giant fireball explodes atop the Harbour Bridge and an illuminated fireworks sign declares that it’s all a massive hoax engineered by Destination NSW. It’s a helluva clean up the next day, but humanity is spared and we all hold our breath until the next “big event”...

‘Casual Conversation, Verging on Harassment’, installation view.

CAPITAL Sydney artist Clary Akon uses the medium of ceramics and diorama to take on the ‘Nanny State’ with his playful and intriguing exhibition. In addition to critiquing modern commercial culture using a somewhat traditional and unconventional material, the artists has set out to explore notions of why people collect things and questions what makes certain objects or images popular or iconic.

One of the more intriguing and detailed dioramas featured in the

collection is Mario Brothers; a ceramic re-creation of a scene from the classic 8-bit video game.

(AM) Until September 6. Australian Galleries, 15 Roylston Street, Paddington. Free. Info: australiangalleries.com.au THE GENDERATOR This multimedia installation by Mexican duo Sissy Reyes and Jorge Mansilla, also known as Purple Moustacho is as authentically unusual as the Sydney Fringe Festival which it is part of.

Jorge explains the character of ‘The Genderator’ as “a lone piece of a bigger equipment who profits from genderizing neutral objects”.The Genderator is Purple Moustacho’s surreal take on the absurdity of gender advertising and consumerism; and it fits in perfectly with Sydney Fringe. “He is shameless, absurd and terrifying at the same time. He is the puppeteer’s hand pulling the strings of gender identity,” explained Sissy. (JR) September 3–11.The Shop Gallery, 112 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Free.

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By Jamie Apps Hiatus Kaiyote: Due to overwhelming demand having already sold out multiple shows around the country, Hiatus Kaiyote have added an extra show tonight to their Choose Your Weapon tour.

Thu, Aug 20, Metro Theatre Scott Bradlee’s Post Modern Jukebox: With a unique vintage twist on modern pop songs, you’ve probably seen this ensemble via their weekly Youtube videos. This is their first tour down under and their only stop in Sydney.

Thu, Sep 3, Metro Methyl Ethel:The Perth band is heading to the East Coast for their first headline tour ever tonight in support of their lauded debut LP Oh Inhuman Spectacle. Fans can expect an audiovisual journey into pop experimentalism during the live show.

Thu, Sep 3, Newtown Social Club Born Lion: Sydney’s own no-nonsense rockers are finally capitalising on all of their hard work and momentum with the release of their debut album Final Words, and an ensuing national tour which returns home this week. If you’re after a night of energetic rock and roll, blurring the lines of punk and the Australian rock sound, full of heart, look no further.

Fri, Sep 4, Brighton Up Bar Selahphonic: Following the release of their debut single Heartbreak

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Heartbreak, the Sunshine Coast five piece embarked on a tour of the US and Canada. Now after the release of their self titled debut EP the boys hit the roads of Australia, taking their super catchy pop tunes and upbeat joyful live performance with them.

Fri, Sep 4, World Bar Whole Lotta Love: Now in it’s 12th year of celebrating the rock genius of Led Zeppelin, this weekend sees Jeff Martin (The Tea Party), Sarah McLeod (The Superjesus), Simon Meli (The Widowbirds), Dallas Frasca and Frank Lakoudis (The Voice) team up with a nine pice band directed by Joseph Calderazzo to interpret the greatest hits of Led Zeppelin.

Sat, Sep 5, State Theatre Cosmic Psychos: Even if their sensibilities clash with your own, it is hard to ignore the incessantly catchy riffs of Cosmic Psychos. With the release of their new album, Cum The Raw Prawn, they are taking their catchy pub rock style tunes on the road with a pitstop in Sydney this weekend.

Sat, Sep 5, Newtown Social Club John Flanagan: Fusing together 70s folk singer/songwriter styling with the contemporary Americana sound has seen Flanagan quickly establish a firm hold in music lovers minds and ears. This weekend he arrives in Sydney to launch new single Whatever Makes You Happy.

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During their tumultuous lifespan the guys from The Getaway Plan have tried to execute their own ‘getaway plan’ a couple of times, but have yet to be successful.With their most recent reunion bringing with it a new passion, two new band members and an independent philosophy driving their music, the boys are more invigorated than ever, shown by the extensive tour schedule which features over 50 shows just this year.

The excitement and drive was evident in frontman Matthew Wright’s voice as he described the feeling within the band now:“We’ve got an amazing lineup, we’re doing everything ourselves independently,” he said. “[Being back together] is incredible, there’s no better feeling in the world, it’s amazing, we’re all stoked.”

Yeah Boy – Wildfire Yeah Boy (Johnny Castro) drops the listener into the dark with sporadic aural stimuli, bumping against both sides like simultaneous drops bouncing against and underneath the surface of an almost still pond, rippling above the listener and all around them.

The sound of WIldfire is deep and repetitive, pushing into itself and finding no resistance as it drops. Continuing to call inwards, the song controls each eruption as though there is no floor, pushing up and down simultaneously in space.

Short, though each part of this EP is, it stretches itself in a space where there is no time, surrounding it’s listeners pushing and pulling with subtlety. (SP) WWW

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With the new members in the band the dynamic has changed throughout the writing and recording process, with this being the first album that the band has written together fully as a collaborative project, which Matthew says brought with it some challenges but ultimately a better end product.“It certainly makes things take longer and more difficult but the result is always better absolutely… having more opinions has been awesome,” he said.

For the new album Dark Horses the guys decided to go down the entirely independent route, discarding major record label backing and instead using crowd funding to produce the record.“It was really scary at first, it’s a lot to ask of people for money for nothing.We gave incentives and stuff, but to ask someone for money for a record that doesn’t exist yet, that’s a pretty big thing to do but our fans pulled through and it was amazing,” said Matthew.“It was definitely more difficult [without label support], we’ve been stressed out of our brains trying to orchestrate this whole thing, but holding the physical CD in my hands was so f**king gratifying knowing we built this project from the ground up.”

With the album now out and receiving fantastic reviews, the guys are now focused entirely on their live performances and getting everything down as tightly as possible before hopefully embarking on a debut United States tour next year.With over 50 shows booked for 2015, Matthew said: “that should be pretty intense, but at the same time I’d rather be doing that than f**king sitting at home on my arse doing nothing right.”

September 11. Oxford Art Factory, 38-46 Oxford St, Darlinghurst. $20+b.f.Tickets & info: oxfordartfactory.com

Buried In Verona - Vultures Above, Lions Below From the outset it’s clear that Sydney’s Buried In Verona used this album as somewhat of a cathartic therapy session, to get all of the weight of recent turmoil off their shoulders, and in doing so they have produced one of their better albums to date.

It’s hard to tell if the new band members played a part in incorporating new elements into their sound, or if they were simply following recent trends in the hardcore scene.Thankfully though, by focusing on melody, both in the lyrics and guitar work, with only the occasional fall-back on typical hardcore breakdowns the songs here are tighter and more impactful. (JA) WWW

FILM TV RADIO

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A WALK IN THE WOODS Not since 1993’s Grumpy Old Men has there been such a delightfully cast comedy/drama starring two endearing and veteran actors.

Based on the book by travel writer Bill Bryson, the story surrounds Bryson’s (Robert Redford) actual experiences as he, along with peculiar and estranged friend (Nick Nolte), decide to hike the rugged 2100 miles of the Appalachian Trail. They have many misadventures, but it’s a therapeutic experience as they ultimately reconnect and learn many life lessons.

Redford and Nolte’s comic flair astounds and a

funny script surrounding the quirky characters they encounter on their journey arouses continuous laughter.

Emma Thompson’s radiance and English flavouring in a supporting role is welcoming, and adds a touch of class to the film.

It is inconceivable that many of the events portrayed actually occurred. Seemingly a comedy of errors, many of the comedy sequences are borderline slapstick, presumably enhanced by writers to heighten the comic impact. (MMo) WWW

4TH PERSIAN FILM FESTIVAL The 4th Persian Film Festival comes to Sydney, screening a curated selection of 22 films which includes eight feature films, documentaries, short films and animations. The selected films are from Iran, Afghanistan, Australia, USA and a coproduction from Georgia, France and the UK. Amin Palangi, Director of the festival, is proud of the programme and says when Australian audiences watch these films they will be surprised by the conflicting images they have of these societies.

“These films represent a diversity of cultures and different classes of people, and they are an eye-opener for audiences not familiar with these countries,” explained Palangi.

Crazy Castle is a suspenseful, dark tale centering on a group of young people and the ramifications of a prank gone wrong. With numerous twists and turns, this film also showcases the complexities of Iranian society.

The Ride boasts a world premiere screening and revolves around the paths several people take for a better and happier life.

“We are thrilled to bring Australian audiences the best of contemporary Iranian and Persian cinema” said Palangi. “We are very proud to open the festival with the Australian premiere of Mohsen Makhmalbaf’s latest film, The President, and also to host Q&A sessions by some of the most talented filmmakers from Iran, USA and Australia.” (MMo) Sept 3–6. Palace Norton St, 99 Norton St, Leichhardt. Screenings $19.50.Tickets & Info: persianfilmfestival.com

INFINITELY POLAR BEAR This is an inspirational true story which delves into the sensitive subject of bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depression) and the effect it has on the family unit.

Cam (Mark Ruffalo), who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, resides in a halfway house. Living on the poverty line, his wife (Zoe Saldana) decides to move to New York to attend business school for eighteen months, and Cam reluctantly agrees to look after their two teenage daughters.

Ruffalo’s portrayal of a man suffering from this condition is commendable, effectively showcasing the associated highs and lows.

Most of the fun and humorous one-liners are provided by the boisterous daughters, whose antics will have audiences wondering who is parenting who.

Resonating themes include the importance of family, responsibility, the need for acceptance and the fulfilment of expectations.

This is an enriching and feel-good dramedy which deserves more accolade on home entertainment than it received upon its theatrical release. (MMo) WWWW Available to rent or buy on BLU-RAY, DVD OR DIGITAL from September 23.

FILM 5 FLIGHTS UP The story of an older couple (Diane Keaton and Morgan Freeman) who are thinking of selling their apartment after living in it for decades. As they start to show their house and make the decision, the story also delves deep into their lives together and how their interracial relationship started.

You get a good sense of how this couple got to where they are, and how they deal with potential buyers.

It is a heart-warming and uplifting story about love and friendship. If you enjoy both these actors then you will enjoy the movie. (LB) WWWW GIRLHOOD A film about growing up in the housing projects on the outskirts of Paris. Marieme realises that meekness is getting her nowhere. After dropping out of school, she reinvents herself with a new name and new friends. ‘Vic’ has to navigate her way around a maledominated maze, she must cultivate a diamond-hard exterior to get what she wants.The cinematography is 18

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very clever, and turns a lot of standard shots on their head. This story about female identity is at times hilarious and often moving.

Most people could relate to the paradoxical pressure Marieme faces to be tough yet sweet. (HC) WWWW TRAINWRECK Amy (Amy Schumer) is a men’s magazine writer living in New York. She enjoys an uninhibited life, sometimes a little too much, and avoids intimacy and monogamy like it’s the plague. When this ‘trainwreck’ meets and falls for good-guy sports doctor, Aaron Conners (Bill Hader), she begins to wonder if she might have the wrong idea about life and love. The combination of Schumer’s clever, punchy writing and director Judd Apatow’s expert guidance creates an entertaining film that reflects what it’s like to navigate life. Trainwreck is a more realistic, modern rom-com. It’s about a young woman living in a modern world without the need to assign a moral judgement to it all.

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HOLDING THE MAN An endearing love story based on the memoirs of Tim Conigrave, which centres on two teenagers who met in a catholic boy’s high school in Melbourne in the 1970’s, and their romance which kindled a fifteen year relationship. This heart-breaking story deals with the prejudice and disapproval Tim Conigrave (Ryan Corr) and John Caleo (Craig Scott) experienced and the promiscuity which led to their ultimate battle with aids. Corr delivers an intense and highly emotional performance, supported by veteran actors Anthony La Paglia, Guy Pierce and Geoffrey Rush. (MMo) WWWW1/2 RICKI AND THE FLASH Meryl Streep plays Ricki Rendazzo, leader of the band The Flash. Ricki’s dreams of stardom didn’t work out the way she planned after her marriage disintegrated and she left her children in the care of their affluent father (played by Kevin Kline) and his caring new wife. There are few surprises in the script or storyline, but the actors make it work.

Pleasantly surprising is Rick Springfield’s performance as Ricki’s tortured love interest and lead guitarist of The Flash. The scenestealer, however, is Mamie Gummer, Streep’s real-life daughter–her character’s struggle with mental health lends some needed weight to this comedic drama. (LL) WWW THE GIFT Joel Edgerton stars as the arch-villain in this unnerving mystery thriller, which he also wrote, produced and directed. A young married couple Simon (Jason Bateman) and Robyn (Rebecca Hall), move to Los Angeles and have a chance encounter with Gordo (Edgerton), a sinister school friend from Simon’s past. Gifts start appearing on their doorstep followed by unannounced visits, and this rekindled “friendship” has dire consequences on their marriage.

Edgerton is compelling as the socially inept Gordo and his directorial debut is remarkable, keeping audiences at the edge of their seats. (MMo) WWW1/2

THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E Swiftly following on the shiny black heels of last year’s Kingsman:The Secret Service, comes Guy Ritchie’s loosely adapted version of camp sixties television series The Man From U.N.C.L.E. Set during the Cold War, it brings Napoleon Solo (Henry Cavill) and Illya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer) together for in a CIA/ KGB operation to stop a group of ex-Nazis and Fascists distributing nuclear weapons.Whilst Ritchie stays true to the playful nature of the TV series, this particular 113 minute affair is often laboured. (And what - no cameos!?) (CC) WW1/2 VACATION National Lampoon’s Vacation gets a do-over in this sequel of sorts. Rusty Griswold, the son in the original films, is all grown up and looking to inject a bit more excitement into his family. So what to do? Go on a family road trip of course! Predictable mayhem ensues.

Ed Helms (The Hangover) and Christina Applegate play off each other well as Rusty and Debbie Griswold.The star of the film

however is Chris Hemsworth as a tractor riding, bull herding TV weather man married to Rusty’s sister.With cameos from Chevy Chase and Beverley D’Angelo, as well as several well-known American comedians, this funny, slapstick film that harks back to the legendary National Lampoon’s humour. (LS) WWW1/2 SOUTHPAW Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Billy Hope in a classic redemption story of a boxer at the pinnacle of the sport (and seemingly untouchable) before suffering a horrific tragedy. All of the building blocks and blueprints are there for this type of film, so often it comes down to the performances.

Thankfully Gyllenhaal, Oona Laurence (as Billy’s daughter Leila) and Forrest Whitaker (as Billy’s mentor Tick Willis) are outstanding.

Laurence in particular is great, performing some of the most touching moments of the film.The film is sluggish at times, which would be excusable if it were based on a true story, but as a work of fiction tends to drag. (JA)

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You can have a coffee and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Approachable managers help you choose a lady for your massage. There is a fair queueing system and no hidden charges or credit card fees. We are just along from Centrail Railway at 261 Parramatta Rd Glebe, Sydney NSW 2037 Phone 02 9660 0666 Its a $9.00 Taxi Ride from the CBD Visit our web site at www.kingscourt.com.au We are open 9 am to 1 am and 24 hours on Weekends. There is a 20% discount from 9 am to 12 noon & FREE ENTRY before 9 pm each day. After 9pm there is a $20 entry fee that protects the massage ladies from dealing with men who have no intention of being polite.

Parking is available in the Broadway Shopping Centre near our discreet rear entrance at 18 Grose St Glebe. Check out the website for information, funny stuff and pictures of pretty women. There are no photos of the regular girls as they are too shy and don’t provide full service.

Also check out Kings Big John’s Facebook to see a mixture of really funny pics, photos, stories and links to the best pages of our website. This is updated regularly:

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When we started to make cartoon advertising, we developed a range of characters based on the mix of men who actually came here. Some of the regular guys were careful with whom they told about Kings Court as they didn’t want to be embarrassed by other peoples bad behaviour. So this gave us the idea to have a recurring story where the character; a rich bastard called Robert St. James tries to figure out where the boys are going for fun. Each week you can see how things don’t work out for him due to his personality. Below is a hint of next week.

The best new thing we have at the moment is all the really funny stuff on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/KingsBigJohn

VACANCIES We are currently looking for new ladies who would like to do a massage with a happy ending. It is a safe place to work, where you do not do full service and

everyone knows someone who could handle a discrete financial boost, especially now with Christmas coming. It is ideal as a part time or casual job and you are paid cash daily. When you start we get one of the regular girls to show you how to do your first massage.

We have off street parking for ladies with cars and for your interview you can park in the Broadway Shopping Centre near our discreet rear entry at 18 Grose Street Glebe 2037 with three hours free parking. The Grose St address is the best way to find us using GPS plotting. Some ladies from out of town stay over when they visit. We have the best and sweetest customers of any place. The website is www.kingscourt.com.au When you get to the home page click on “is this your first time” as this will take you to a page of ten tips that helps our customers to know how to behave towards our massage girls and a clear idea of exactly what we do.

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