Style Magazine Toowoomba April 2021

TOOWOOMBA APRIL 2021

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MEET THE TEAM

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n our April edition of Style magazine, Jess takes a look at some cool-change daytrips to take over the Easter school holidays.

Thankfully this year, it looks as though meandering drives through the countryside are on the cards again, so check it out on page 6.

And warm up on the cooler nights with some lamb shanks or spicy Korean chicken wings from our delicious Autumn recipes (yummo, from p8).

And speaking of food we talk to Foodie Shots photographer Kat Lynn about the secrets to a cracking food photo on page 32.

Finally, April means the winter sport season is kicking off. Check out some options on page 48.

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Josie Adams josie.adams@news.com.au 4690 9354

JOURNALISTS Alyssa Welke

Jessica Kramer Darren Burton Josie Adams

SUB EDITOR Jessica Kramer

All the best, Style Team xx

GRAPHIC DESIGN Alyssa Welke Jeff Brown Cassandra Hudson

ADVERTISING MANAGER Brooke Gardner brooke.gardner@news.com.au 4690 9309

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@stylemagazinestoowoomba Cool change

COVER EXPLAINED Foodie Shots Photographer Kat Lynn on how to take the perfect food pic.

Photography by Foodie Shots.

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getaways

Electric Motoring

LUXURY

Creating the perfect

FOODIE SHOT

FASHION

SHOPPING

H E A LT H

BEAUTY

MOTORING

T R AV E L

FOOD

EVENTS

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06 FEATURES COOL CHANGE GETAWAYS 08 CAT IN A SPAT 10 FASHION AUTUMN WHIMSY — MAXIS AND MINIS 12 HIGH BOOTS AND TRENCH COATS 16 HEALTH & BEAUTY THAT’S GOLD - SMOKEY EYES 17 THE POWER OF VITAMIN C — A ROOKIE’S GUIDE 19 RAPID TREATMENT WITH ST ANDREW’S 20 MY MIDWIVES — COVID BABY BOOMERS 21 ST VINCENT’S — DON’T IGNORE THE BOWEL SIGNS 23 LEGO SAVING STRESSED OUT ADULTS 24 WEDDING PICTURESQUE SETTING - SERENDIPITOUS DAY 28 FOOD BAKED EGGS WITH SPINACH AND GREEN ONION 29 WHOLEMEAL BANANA PANCAKES 30 LAMB SHANKS 31 CINNAMON BAKED PEARS 32 FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY WITH 34 KOREAN CHILLI WINGS WITH MASH 35 LEMON DELICIOUS 37 HOME & LIVING EMBRACING THE FIREPLACE 39 A DREAM LIBRARY EVEN IN A SMALL SPACE 41 STYLING MISTAKES TO AVOID IN YOUR HOME 42 NEW RULES FOR SMOKE DETECTORS 44 THE BUILDER DIARIES — PART 6 46 MOTORING DISCOVER MERCEDES-BENZ’ NEW EQC 400 48 SPORT TACKLE A LOCAL SPORT FIT FOR YOU 50 LOCAL CLUB RUGBY LEAGUE ROUNDUP 52 ARTS CLIFFORD GOULDSON TOOWOOMBA ART SCENE 56 EVENTS GET OUT AND ABOUT THIS MONTH 58 SOCIALS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FUNDRAISER

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Cool change getaways

BUNYA MOUNTAINS A t an elevation of more than 1100 metres, the Bunya Mountains are the South Burnett region’s high point. An hour and a half from Toowoomba, this natural wonderland is an offshoot of the Great Dividing Range formed about 30 million years ago and shelters the largest ancient bunya pine forest in the world today.

Traditionally, Aboriginal tribes used the Mountains as a meeting place.

They feasted seasonally on roasted bunya nuts collected from the pines.

Each pine cone can be 30cm long, weigh 10kg, and contain up to 40 protein-rich egg-shaped nuts. Be sure to sample some of the local bunya nut dishes on offer.

Declared a national park in 1908, it is the second oldest in Queensland.

You’ll discover a mix of moist, dense subtropical rainforest and

dry sclerophyll forest, waterfalls, grasslands, open forests and woodlands. Take to the walking trails to see native wildlife, wallabies and pademelons, as well as 121 species of birds including brilliantly coloured king parrots, satin bowerbirds and crimson rosellas.

The area offers the quiet allure of a retreat environment for families, groups and couples. You’ll feel the seasons change in the mountains.

The trees change hue during autumn and in winter a mountain chalet is just the place to relax in front of a cosy, crackling fire.

You’ll find everything you need for a day trip or an extended stay – coffee shop, restaurant, general store, camp sites, cabins and holiday houses. The markets are held on the last Sunday of the month from 9am.

THE DAYS ARE GETTING SHORTER AND THE MORNINGS COOLER, SO WHAT BETTER TIME TO PLAN A WEEKEND ESCAPE WHERE YOU CAN VISIT WINERIES, RELISH THE NATURAL BEAUTY AROUND YOU, OR SIMPLY SNUGGLE UP IN FRONT OF A ROARING FIRE

GRANITE BELT T he heart of the Granite Belt is Queensland’s Big Apple, Stanthorpe. From the local cafés to the apple orchards, you’ll be welcomed like a friend here.

Dine at restaurants serving locallysourced produce, or step into the delis and farm stores to grab locally made cheese, chutneys and artisan products for a DIY picnic among the vines.

The Granite Belt is home to Queensland’s burgeoning wine scene.

From old Puglisi family wineries to newcomers making waves, and cellar doors located inside classic Queenslanders; out here it’s high altitude, but low attitude.

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try Strange Bird wines: alternative drops you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in Australia. And you’re likely to leave the cellar door on a first-name basis with the whole crew.

Once you’ve had your fill on the wine trail, grab your hiking boots and head for Girraween National Park.

Shapeshifting prehistoric boulders that formed about 250 million years ago rise out of the landscape.

Climb the Pyramid for sweeping views, or take a longer hike to explore the park. You won’t have seen anything like this before, we promise.

Whether you’re craving a romantic wine-soaked weekender or an adventurous camping trip, make your way to the Granite Belt.

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SCENIC RIM S urrounded by idyllic national parks, explore lush rainforests, spectacular waterfalls, rugged mountain ranges and breathtaking lookouts from Mt Tamborine, Lamington National Park, Mt Lindesay and Mt Barney, or reconnect with the surrounding natural beauty at Lake Moogerah. These natural wonderlands can be experienced in the air, on the water or across the land by hot air ballooning, fishing, water skiing, kayaking, cycling, bushwalking or mountaineering.

The country roads are dotted with roadside stalls and farm gate shops offering an abundance of fresh produce, coffee, jams, relishes, plants and flowers.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, settle in for a hearty meal at the country pub or one of the local cafes in town, or experience five-star gourmet dining featuring fresh

produce grown within the Scenic Rim. Take a pub crawl of the country hotels, visit an award-winning winery or relax over a local craft beer.

There are numerous routes that will take you to charming towns and quaint villages such as Boonah, Kalbar or Canungra.

Enjoy the country charm of one of the many cosy cabins, family farmstays, historic homesteads, creekside camping or rainforest retreats.

Escape from the rest of the world at a spa hideaway or experience glamping for a romantic getaway of total tranquility there’s something new to discover for everyone.

A region of great abundance, the Scenic Rim is less than two-hours drive from Toowoomba.

The beautiful Scenic Rim offers visitors a relaxing, back-to-nature experience and is a true recreational wonderland.

CARNARVON GORGE T owering sandstone cliffs uplifted around 20-30 million years ago, pre-historic cycads (Macrozamia moorei) more than 2000 years old, and a significant Aboriginal site home to 2000 engravings, ochre stencils and free-hand paintings adorning the 62m long sandstone wall: you might feel a little insignificant in the Carnarvon Gorge section of Carnarvon National Park.

This biosphere (in the Capricorn region) is the perfect place to slow down and truly connect to the earth.

Home to a spectacular array of wildlife, extraordinary scenery and some of the freshest air you're likely to breathe, this is nature at its purest.

With a variety of walks to choose from, the park’s highlight is a 19.4km return hike.

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Gorge National Park with a guide, look no further than Australian Nature Guides.

Along the walk, you’ll pass Moss Garden (7km return), Amphitheatre (8.6km return), and Wards Canyon (9.2km return) before reaching the Art Gallery (10.8km return), adorned with Indigenous engravings and freehand paintings.

Seasonal camping is available in the park, and the Big Bend camping area (19.4km return, the end of the walk) is open throughout the year – just book early to avoid disappointment.

Within the park boundary lies Takarakka Bush Retreat, while outside of the park self-sufficient camping and caravanning is available at Sandstone Park (a five-minute drive from the main walking track).

Prefer the sound of glamping on a 72,000-acre cattle station? Head to Wallaroo Outback Retreat, a onehour drive outside of the park.

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Cat in a spat

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et’s start by putting aside the bugbear that it is even possible to “cancel” children’s author Dr Seuss.

As Philip Bump wrote yesterday in The Washington Post, No-one is ‘canceling’ Dr Seuss.

The author, himself is dead for one thing, which is about as canceled as a person can get.

Laying aside a multi-million-dollar publishing business, tattered copies of Dr Seuss books clutter children’s bedrooms around the globe. Parents still grapple nightly with the tongue-twisters of Fox in Socks, Horton Hears a Who! or Hop on Pop, and try their best to keep their eyes open through a 20th reading of Green Eggs and Ham. However, last month (what would have been Dr Seuss’s 117th birthday), the company that protects the late author’s legacy announced its plan to halt publishing and licensing six (out of more than 60) Dr Seuss books.

Few would know some of the discontinued titles, like McElligot’s Pool and The Cat’s Quizzer.

However, many will recognise If I Ran the Zoo and And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street, which have been criticised for racist caricatures and themes of cultural dominance and dehumanisation.

In If I Ran the Zoo, young Gerald McGrew builds a “Bad-Animal Catching Machine” to capture a turbaned Arab for his exhibit of “unusual beasts”.

“People will stare,” Gerald marvels, “And they’ll say, ‘What a sight!’”.

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By at a slant” hunt exotic creatures in the mountains of Zomba-ma-Tant.

A reading recorded for Dr Seuss Day in 2019, removes the racist taunt.

Instead of helpers who “wear their eyes at a slant”, the helpers “all wear such very cool pants”.

Nevertheless, pervasive racial imagery and subservient typecasting remain. That doesn’t mean Dr Seuss books should — or can — be scrapped altogether. Instead, these books present an opportunity to build awareness and teach young readers about history and context.

CENSORSHIP IN CHILDREN’S TITLES Children’s books are among those most often banned or censored. In this case, removing the Dr Seuss titles recognises that he was writing in a time and place when racial stereotyping was commonplace and frequently the focus of humour.

Elsewhere, controversy over golliwogs as racist caricatures was confrontingly played out in Enid Blyton’s Noddy stories. In her original telling of In the Dark, Dark Wood, Noddy is carjacked by three golliwogs who trap him, strip him naked, and leave him crying. “You bad, wicked golliwogs!” Noddy says. “How dare you steal my things!”

Similarly, in the first edition of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the Oompa-Loompas are African pygmies who have been “rescued” by Willy Wonka and enslaved in his factory. When Charlie

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says, “But there must be people working there,” Grandpa Joe responds, “Not people, Charlie. Not ordinary people, anyway.”

In his political cartoons, which appeared in a New York newspaper in the early 1940s, Dr Seuss ran the gamut of racist depictions, from African-American people as monkeys to Japanese characters with yellow faces and “rice paddy” hats.

In the now suspended The Cat’s Quizzer, there is “a Japanese” depicted in conical hat and stereotypical dress. On Mulberry Street, a Chinese man with bright yellow skin wears geta shoes and carries a bowl of rice.

In early editions, the caption underneath reads “A Chinaman who eats with sticks”. In 1978, over 40 years after the book was first published, the character’s skin tone and braid were changed. The caption was changed from “Chinaman” to “Chinese man”.

IF I RAN THE LIBRARY … BY TODAY’S STANDARDS Dr Seuss’ work contains racism and xenophobia, but should we judge him by today’s standards?

Children’s literature has always been subject to socio-historical shifts. It is a product of its time and the context in which it is created. Viewed through the changing lens of history, childhood itself is an unstable concept.

In other words, it is impossible to separate children’s literature from the ideological structure of our world, and from the particular historical moment in which it is produced.

While Dr Seuss’s best-loved characters — the Cat in the Hat, Horton the elephant, the Grinch — have

earned their place in the canon, what we should be concerned about is the question of diversity in children’s literature.

We know from numerous studies that white children dominate children’s books, with talking animals and trains out-numbering the representations of First Nations, Asian, African and other minority groups.

NO QUICK FIXES Although never perfect, other beloved children’s literature series have sought solutions to similar dilemmas.

Enid Blyton’s stories have been continuously revised since the 1990s. Noddy is now carjacked by goblins, and, in the Faraway Tree series, Dame Snap replaces Dame Slap, with Fanny and Dick getting a makeover as Frannie and Rick.

More recently, Richard Scarry’s books were updated to depict Daddies cooking and Mummies going to work, while the latest film adaptation of The Witches cast actor of colour Jahzir Bruno as the boy protagonist.

Not surprisingly, queer representation in young adult fiction is still problematic, with most queer stories authored by writers who do not identify as

queer.

On one level, the decision to discontinue half a dozen Dr Seuss books because “they are hurtful and wrong” seems a simple gesture (and one with relatively small financial impact). Racism permeates the Dr Seuss catalogue, including The Cat in the Hat’s origins in blackface minstrel performances. Like Dr Seuss’s Yertle, it’s turtles all the way down.

Instead, finding meaningful ways to contextualise these historical aspects for young readers today might be a better focus, rather than withholding a few and letting more prominent

titles slide by.

Kids and teens, like adults, need to see themselves in the books they read, and young white readers need to see other cultural groups as something more than illegal, or violent, or criminal.

As children’s literature expert Perry Nodelman notes: “Stories structure us as beings in the world”.

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Smokey eyes with a touch of gold make an effortless day to night look • Start by priming your eye lid with concealer and then set with a translucent powder of your choice. This will create the perfect base for your eyeshadow and will allow the colours to blend more seamlessly.

• Pick up a light brown shade with a fluffy blending brush and apply to the crease of your eyelid. This is your transition shade!

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• With a dense blending brush, start on the outer corner with a deep, dark brown shade and begin to blend, focusing on the outer corner of your eye. Once you have blended the outer corner shade, pick your transition shade back up and blend the two shades to prevent those harsh lines.

• Next, grab a gold eye shadow or a gold loose pigment and place on the centre of the eyelid. You can use your finger or a flat shader brush to apply. Gold shades are perfect for any Autumn looks! Once you have applied the gold, be sure to grab the transition shade and dark brown shade again and blend to avoid those harsh lines.

• Feel free to add mascara and complete the rest of your face makeup and your favourite lipstick! For a sultrier look, apply a black, winged eyeliner and a pair of lashes. You can also smoke out the lower lash line with the dark brown shade and add some highlight on your inner corner for a pop!

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The all-rounder is a star at keeping complexions radiant and protected. But, be sure to include lots of Vitamin C-boosting foods in your diet, too.

WHAT IS VITAMIN C AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Vitamin C is one of the most well-researched and beneficial vitamins you can apply topically. However, it’s tricky to formulate correctly so when shopping around, be sure to look for it in its most active form: L-ascorbic acid.

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he COVID baby boom is now in full swing.

Toowoomba mums and mums-to-be are taking advantage of the full array of options available in the garden city. My Midwives provides increased opportunity to access its services with a new range of classes and services available to families at all stages of pregnancy and parenting.

Launching at the Baby To Toddler Show in Brisbane on the weekend of March 26-28 are the new digital classes that allow new parents to participate in all the benefits of education from their own home.

This suite of courses does not replace face to face classes. Still, it can be accessed to deepen learning around the physical and emotional aspects of birth and increase understanding of labour comfort

measures. The digital classes will be offered at a discount rate for those attending the Baby to Toddler Show but will also be available to all participants of face-to-face classes.

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DON’T IGNORE THE SIGNS

t’s an uncomfortable subject for many, but discussing changes in your bowel habits with your doctor is vital.

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare in 2019 estimated 325 cases of bowel cancer are diagnosed each week. Sadly, 108 Australians die each week from the disease.

The good news is that almost 99 per cent of bowel cancer cases can be successfully treated if detected early.

So what’s not normal in terms of bowel habits and should be followed up with your GP? • Blood in your poo or rectal bleeding • A recent, persistent change in your bowel habit • Unexplained anaemia causing tiredness, weakness, or weight loss • Abdominal pain, especially if severe.

St Vincent’s Hospital Toowoomba General Surgeon Dr Peter Thomson has a special interest in colorectal surgery and extensive experience in endoscopic procedures.

“The first step is to discuss the changes you have noticed in your bowel habits with your GP who may refer you to a specialist for a colonoscopy,” Dr Thomson said.

“Patients undergo a bowel preparation so the bowel is clean, allowing an unobstructed view so that any abnormalities can be detected.

“The patient is under sedation to make the procedure comfortable, and it takes around 20 to 30 minutes, with most patients able to go home about two hours afterwards, after the sedation has worn off.

“If the surgeon finds small growths, known as polyps, they are sent off to pathology for testing.

“After the procedure, your surgeon will inform you briefly about how the procedure went and let you know if any follow-up is needed.

“A report about the procedure and its results will also be sent to your GP.” Dr Thomson said people of any age who noticed unusual bowel habits should get them checked out.

“The national bowel screening program concentrates on the 50 to 74 age group but younger and older people have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer,” Dr Thomson said.

“So the simple message is – don’t delay asking your GP about any symptoms you notice.”

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FEELING TIRED ALL THE TIME? If you experience heavy periods and feel fatigued all the time, you could be anaemic.

By SOPHIE HANSON, BODY+SOUL

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f you experience heavy periods and feel fatigued all the time, you could be anaemic. But while iron deficiency is relatively common in women, it’s also commonly overlooked by doctors.

Despite making up half of the world’s population, there are still many things about women’s health that medicine gets wrong, particularly with regards to the menstrual cycle.

If you regularly feel fatigued, tired, suffer from insomnia or hair loss, and experience heavy periods, you may be lacking in iron.

But according to a new research paper by the University of Western Australia, iron deficiency is often overlooked by doctors as the cause of health issues.

It’s so common that up to 18 per cent of healthy women are low in iron (and only around one in 300 men), yet 17 per cent of women are wrongfully medicated for depression.

A heavy period is defined by the Mayo Clinic as: Soaking through one or more sanitary pads or tampons every hour for several consecutive hours.

Needing to use double sanitary protection to control

your menstrual flow.

Needing to wake up to change sanitary protection during the night.

Bleeding for longer than a week.

Passing blood clots larger than a 20c-piece The beauty of testing for iron deficiency is that it can be done with a simple prick test, similar to a blood glucose test. Then, if iron levels are low, it would be followed up with a blood test.

There are simple dietary adjustments to make if you’re low

in iron. Eating more meat (not just red but chicken and fish, too) is by far the easiest, but for those who are vegan or vegetarian, how’s this: just two Weetbix have more iron than 100g of beef.

You can also increase your vitamin C intake, like with a supplement, as it can aid iron absorption.

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By ALISON STEPHENSON, BODY+SOUL

Colouring in, meditation, yoga, Lego?

Yes Lego.

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he little coloured bricks of your childhood are making a play for the mindfulness market, and why haven’t we thought of this before?

In our constant pursuit of being present in the moment, finding a new hobby to embrace some quiet me-time — all while trying to get our heads out of our screens — Lego has emerged as the mindfulness solution we didn’t know we needed.

Just last month the toy giant — the world’s largest and most profitable toymaker might we add — made a subtle move to capture a new market — stressedout adults.

The 87-year-old Danish company has launched a visually stunning new collection aimed specifically at adults wanting some time to wind-down and get creative.

And they’re so pretty you wouldn’t even know they were Lego.

The Botanical Collection features two designs appealing to the plant lover in all of us — a 756-piece Flower Bouquet featuring a host of beautiful blooms, and an 878-piece Bonsai Tree allows users to focus on crafting green leaves or pink cherry blossoms.

Mindfulness expert Annie O’Reilly has been using Lego for years as the perfect way to unwind and help “pull me into my present moment”.

“It directs my focus to my fingertips, it offers a wholesome, creative goal that is relaxing and

calm, it lights up my brain with thoughts about patterns and connection and my senses of touch, hearing and sight are excited by colour, sound and texture,” she told Body+Soul.

O’Reilly sees it as a tangible way to embrace a kind of meditation with a reward at the end.

“It’s joyful, bright and fun so I can build for myself but I can include the people I love when I’m building too. Also, there’s a crazy good sense of satisfaction when I finish a build.”

For those who haven’t wrapped their hands around a Lego brick since they were in primary school building Barbie’s Lego dream house, O’Reilly suggests you start slowly, find a creation that you resonate with and set aside time just for you with little to no distractions.

“By giving yourself the breathing space (both figuratively and literally) you can enjoy every mindful moment of selecting shiny fresh Lego pieces from your set, following each step gently, and enjoying the satisfaction of creating beautiful art in a mindful way,” she adds.

Yogi and nutritionist Lola Berry says mindfulness has become so important because we live in such a fast-paced world we’re often stressed without even realising it.

“Mindfulness brings us back to the present moment,” she says.

“I personally can get caught up in really small issues when all I really need to do is calm down, breath, take a moment and ground myself.”

“It’s really nice to have something mindful to practice that I know is helping me not only find a sense of calm but it’s also creative and fun and I think as adults sometimes we forget to play, so it brings the joy of playing too.”

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WEDDINGS

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hen border restrictions forced Grace and Steven Lee to reschedule their wedding, it was an opportunity to make the day even more special.

The couple, who met on the dance floor at the Spotted Cow on Australia Day, managed to secure their date, almost to the day, nine years later.

“Even though COVID-19 did get in the way of things changing our original date, I feel as though it worked out for the best. Now we have our anniversary right next to the day we met, so every year we can celebrate both the time we came into each other’s lives and the day we made it official,” Grace said.

Summergrove Estate in northern NSW made a picturesque setting with a cosy, white chapel capturing exquisite mountain views as a backdrop for the couple’s vows. Grace chose her favourite warm colours of burnt orange and terracotta for her bridesmaids, flowers, and table settings for a timeless and elegant aesthetic.

She said capturing the day with photographer Nathan Lapham Weddings held special importance to the couple.

“We found out I was pregnant four weeks prior to our day, so I really wanted to get some nice photos of us showing off our excitement to show our son that he was with us on our special day.”

Celebrations included dinner and dancing through the night.

“One of our favourite songs is Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond. It reminds me of the night Steven proposed to me in New York. We requested it everywhere we went that night to celebrate.

“While we were all seated having dinner, Danny our musician, started singing Sweet Caroline. A few started chanting and before we knew it the whole room were chanting the chorus ‘Sweet Caroline DA DA DA’. It was a fun memory from the night that I’ll always remember.

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BAKED EGGS WITH SPINACH AND GREEN ONION INGREDIENTS 30g butter 1 bunch English spinach, trimmed, washed, dried 2 garlic cloves, crushed Melted butter, to grease 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1/3 cup (35g) coarsely grated cheddar 4 large free-range eggs 1/3 cup (80ml) thin cream METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Melt the butter in a

large frying pan over high heat until foaming. Add the spinach and garlic and cook, tossing the pan occasionally, for 2-3 minutes or until spinach just wilts. Remove from heat. Season well with salt and pepper.

2. Brush four 3/4-cup (185ml) capacity ramekins with butter to grease. Divide the spinach evenly among the ramekins. Sprinkle with green onions and cheddar. Carefully crack an egg into a small dish, then tip into the ramekin. Repeat with remaining eggs. Drizzle with cream, being careful not to drizzle

4 Serves

20 Prep time (minutes)

over the yolk. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Place the ramekins in a roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake in the oven for 8-10

15 Cooking time (minutes)

minutes or until the white is set and yolk is still runny, or until cooked to your liking.

4. Remove ramekins from the oven and serve immediately with buttered toast, if desired.

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Wholemeal banana pancakes INGREDIENTS

METHOD

2 large bananas 1 1/2 cups wholemeal self-raising flour 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon honey Olive oil cooking spray Honey, to serve Reduced-fat passionfruit yoghurt, to serve

1. Mash 1 banana in a bowl (see note). Place flour in a bowl. Make a well in the centre. Combine buttermilk, eggs, honey and mashed banana in a jug. Pour into well. Whisk until smooth. Stand for 10 minutes.

2. Spray a large, non-stick frying pan with oil. Heat over medium heat. Spoon 1/4 cup batter into pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface. Turn. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter to make 12 pancakes.

3. Thinly slice remaining banana. Place pancakes on plates. Top with sliced banana, honey and yoghurt. Serve.

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LAMB SHANKS INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 6 lamb shanks, French trimmed 1 large brown onion, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 litre chicken style liquid stock 1 cup dried French-style puy lentils 200g cherry tomatoes, halved 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/3 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves Mixed salad leaves, to serve Crusty bread, to serve

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 170°C/150°C fan-forced.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, deep frying pan

over high heat. Cook lamb shanks, in 2 batches, turning for 5 minutes or until browned all over.

Transfer to a large ovenproof dish.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Heat remaining oil in pan. Add onion and celery. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until onion has softened. Add garlic.

Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add chicken stock and 2 cups cold water. Bring to the boil.

Carefully pour stock mixture over lamb in dish.

Cover tightly with foil. Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes.

4. Add lentils to lamb. Cover dish tightly with foil. Bake for a further 30 minutes or until lamb is tender and starting to fall from the bone.

5. Meanwhile, line a large baking tray with baking paper. Place tomatoes on prepared tray. Season with salt. Place in oven with lamb. Bake for 20 minutes or until tomatoes just start to collapse.

Stand for 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Add lemon rind, lemon juice and parsley. Toss to combine.

6. Spoon tomato mixture over lamb in dish. Serve with salad leaves and crusty bread.

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CINNAMON BAKED PEARS INGREDIENTS

METHOD

2 ripe pears washed, cut in half and cored 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp maple syrup Granola, for topping Coconut yoghurt, for topping

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Place cored pears onto a lined baking tray.

2. Sprinkle the pears evenly with the cinnamon and maple syrup.

3. Place in oven to bake for 20 – 25 minutes.

4. Remove and allow to cool slightly.

5. Top with granola and coconut yoghurt as desired.

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Kat Lynn

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Foodie Shots

is passionate about food photography Y

ou’ll find the photographer and owner of Foodie Shots in her own vegetable garden, at the local farmers markets, jam making workshops, cooking classes and cafés all over town bringing local food to life.

“I have always been a foodie. It started at home for me. I still have these visions of our dining room table laden with baked goodies and just the aromas.

Watching my mum mix these ingredients and then the outcome is magic.

During the COVID-19 shutdown, Kat built a studio.

She thought it was a risk, but her business has been booming since.

“I think it brought to the forefront how important it is to have an online presence. A lot of business that knew they should be online suddenly had to – it was a matter of survival.

“While some businesses sold online during the shutdown, others shut down completely for three months and focused on marketing and content creation. So, they came out of lockdown really rocking and rolling with more than 12 months of content ready to go.”

Working in collaboration with local food producers

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and hospitality businesses, Foodie Shots also presents workshops which focus not only on the food, but photography and content creation as well.

“I like to collaborate with producers and small business for cross promotion through things like cooking schools and the Hampton Food and Wine Festival.

“I enjoy spending time in the community. I think a lot of small businesses here have a camaraderie and like to support each other. And I always try to share the tools to be able to keep their marketing consistent.”

So, what is the secret to a beautiful food shot?

“Each package has its own material and characteristics, so the trick to a great food shot is to pick up on the products highlights. What’s the hero?

Is it the colour or the texture?” Kat said.

“And then, how do I use light to capture that highlight?

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4 Serves

0:15 Prep time (minutes)

0:25 Cooking time (minures)

Korean chilli chicken wings with coconut sweet potato mash INGREDIENTS

METHOD

1kg chicken wing nibbles 40g (1/4 cup) bought kimchi, plus 1 tablespoon liquid from the jar 1kg sweet potato, peeled, chopped into 2cm pieces 80ml (1/3 cup) So Good Almond & Coconut Unsweetened milk 1/4 wombok (Chinese cabbage), shredded 2 green shallots, chopped diagonally 1 nashi pear, thinly sliced crossways Black sesame seeds, to serve (optional)

1. Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan forced. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Toss chicken, kimchi

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and kimchi liquid in a large bowl until well combined. Season. Spread over prepared tray. Roast, basting twice with cooking juices, for 25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

2. Meanwhile, place the sweet potato in a large saucepan of cold salted water and bring to boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to medium. Cook for 12 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Drain. Pour milk into the pan and mash until smooth. Season. Transfer to a small serving bowl and cover to keep warm.

3. To make the soy and sesame dressing, whisk all the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.

4. Add the cabbage, shallot and pear to the dressing. Season. Gently toss.

5. Transfer cabbage salad, chicken and mash to a serving platter. Serve sprinkled with sesame seeds, if using.

RECIPE NOTES

Use it up: Toss shredded wombok through coleslaw or use whole leaves instead of lettuce for san choy bau.

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LEMON DELICIOUS

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

3 eggs, separated 2/3 cup (160g) caster sugar 1 lemon, rind finely grated 2/3 cup (100g) self-raising flour 3/4 cup (185ml) fresh lemon juice 2 cups (500ml) milk Icing sugar, to dust

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Use an electric beater to beat 3 egg yolks, 2/3 cup (160g) caster sugar and 1 lemon, rind finely grated until thick and pale. Whisk in 2/3 cup (100g) self-raising flour, 3/4 cup (185ml) fresh lemon juice and 2 cups (500ml) milk until combined.

2. Use clean electric beaters to beat 3 egg whites until soft peaks form. Fold through lemon mixture until well combined. Spoon into a 2-litre ovenproof dish 3. Place dish in a roasting pan and pour enough boiling water in to come 3-4cm up the side of the dish.

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creative ways to embrace the fireplace By LILITH HARDIE LUPICA, NEWS CORP AU

T

here’s certainly no right or wrong when the question of how to style a fireplace rears up. As a focal point in both common areas (living or dining rooms) and private spaces like bedrooms and studies, fireplaces offer a grand, atmospheric touch to any room.

Whether a hearth is carved into a wall, set flush against it, or stretches the entirety of the room, it adds instant opulence to even the most pared back spaces.

Those lucky enough to own one, whether they’re wood-burning, gas-powered or merely decorative, will know that when it comes to decorating and designing, the options are endless.

Here are some design ideas to get you started.

1. A stone fireplace can add a rustic note to a

modern home. Oak, teak and blackened steel accents feel inviting rather than bare, thanks to rough stone.

2.

A white fireplace can add a refreshing slant to a mono-colour interior.

3. The copper cone fireplace reaffirms ‘70s-era leanings of a home, adding a dollop of charm that manages to hold its own in a busy room.

4. Where there’s a fireside, there’s often symmetry.

A smaller gas fireplace set underneath a TV or between bookshelves will both fill a tricky void and double as a functional addition to the family room.

5. Don’t be afraid to have a curved fireplace instead of the traditional straight hearth. Use a scalloped texture to create contrast between it and the smooth walls of your room.

6. If your room has a more neutral palette, make a fireplace the statement piece by using a bold, striking colour.

7. Haven’t been blessed with a working fireplace?

There’s no reason you can’t stack wood within and lean into the rustic connotations without the mess.

If that doesn’t gel with your interior preferences, a smattering of candles, in all shapes and sizes, will lend the area the character it’s lacking.

8. Opting out of stone, marble or even tilework can serve to modernise a fireplace, which often comes with old-world connotations.

9. If space is of no concern, allowing your fireplace the breadth of the whole wall (even including space for firewood to become as much a part of the décor as the hearth itself) could be an option. It’s a striking move.

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Get your dream library with little space

By JESSICA KRAMER

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home library is a dream for many people — be it because they love books or simply enjoy the classy aesthetic of full shelves.

However, it isn’t always easy to just plop a large sturdy bookcase in the living room and call it a day — space is often a major factor in deterring someone from having a library.

Here are some handy suggestions and ideas on how to incorporate your dream bookshelves into a small space.

USE SMART LIGHTING Certain types of lighting can make a space appear bigger or more imposing than it is.

Using a downlight at the front of a bookcase, as if you were presenting an artwork or museum exhibition case, can make even one or two cases look like a grand library.

Alternatively, create the illusion of depth to each shelf by installing backlights.

It’s up to you if you want to use official backlights or do the ‘cheats version’ of fairylights.

UTILISE AWKWARD OR EMPTY SPACES Free your thinking from the confines of using bookcases, and make use of those odd little gaps in your home.

Think between the door hinges and corner of the study wall, that odd cupboard in the hall that isn’t really large enough for general storage, beside the fireplace or under the bay windows.

A weekend of DIY can transform these spaces into a cute and cosy home library, or if MDF boards and nails aren’t quite your style, you can always modify some flatpack shelving to fit the space.

EMBRACE MIRRORS You know the adage: “mirrors make the space look

bigger”. It may be getting a little old to hear it on the plethora of reno and interior design reality TV by now, but there is truth in the statement.

This being said, don’t think inside the book and pop a mirror on the opposite wall to the library — this tip is most effective when using your ceiling.

Yes, you read that right — mirrored ceilings. This creates the illusion of several stories of bookcases, like a full-size library, especially if your bookcases are floor-to-ceiling types.

ADD A CHAIR You’d be surprised how adding a larger piece of furniture can create the illusion of more space.

Adding an armchair makes your library nook more ‘official’ and ensures its position as a dedicated space in the home.

Plus you have the added benefit of being able to sit surrounded by books in a comfy chair, maybe snuggled up with a blanket and cuppa.

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styling mistakes to avoid in your home WE’VE ALL MADE THEM AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER

By YEONG SASSALL, NEWS CORP AUSTRALIA

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s Einstein famously said, “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new” — and it’s surely a sentiment that could be applied to styling your home. Unless you’ve got an interior designer living under the stairs, we’ve all likely made a few poor styling mistakes when hanging a new piece of art or arranging furniture in a new space.

While trends come and go, and design obsessions quietly fade, when it comes to the key pillars of styling an interior, there are several tricks designers have picked up from years of experience.

1. Ignoring scale

in spaces creates a smaller, less pulled together look,” shares Woodhouse.

“I always recommend covering the entire room with an area rug, leaving a border between 8-12 inches wide of the revealed floor. It really creates a more cohesive, finished look, and makes everything feel so much larger.”

Elizabeth Sesser from interiors and architecture firm Ike Kligerman Barkley agrees.

“Furniture looks best when sitting on top of a more generous-sized rug. When you have a small rug sitting in front of, or only under part of your furniture layout, it tends to make the space feel smaller and disconnected.”

“One very big mistake I see is when people don’t know the right use of scale of furniture in a space,” says Cara Woodhouse of Cara Woodhouse Interiors.

“I recently came across an interior space that was a beautiful oversized living room and everything was pushed up to one side of the room with furniture that was way too small and left too much space on the other side of the room.”

The interior designer says to consider the space of a room before buying furniture.

“I like taking advantage of large spaces by using appropriate-sized furniture to fill the room properly and make it functional, while still creating a nice flow within the space,” she adds.

Sure, knick-knacks and decorative items give a home personality, but too much can often read as messy.

“A major mistake is over-styling with so many trinkets—we’ve always found that less is often more,” agrees Gillian Segal, founder of Gillian Segal Design.

Indeed, it’s so common that interior designer Stefani Stein lists it as her number one peeve.

“The most common styling mistake I see is too many accessories,” she says. “Thoughtful and balanced curation of the finishing touches is what sets a room apart.”

2. The wrong rug size

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Another common mistake that designers see all too often? Art that’s not hung at the right height.

“This can ultimately influence the entire scale of a space and can make or break a room,” says Segal.

“People often hang art too high,” cautions interior designer Marguerite Rodgers. “Especially in a room where people will be seated. The viewing angle should be comfortable when you walk in the room as well as when you’re seated.”

5. Too many downlights

“Your ceiling should not be littered with downlights,” declares Rodgers, who believes lighting can bring a space to life.

“Lighting should have a purpose and downlights are best when lighting a surface, art or an object.”

She suggests using a mixture of downlights, moveable downlights and ambient lighting — which includes decorative pendants and sconces, lamps and candles — to enhance a room.

6. Everything’s the same height

Just like the scale of a room, using the same height furniture is a trap many fall prey to, and it’s a hallmark of a dull interior.

“A styling mistake is a room where there is no variety of scale and everything is one height,” says Rodgers.

“Study the height of your end tables and side tables against the arm of your seating, so that it’s the right scale.”

She recommends angling for tables to sit a little higher or lower than your lounge or armchair, and playing around with seating.

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How would you feel?

By ROS BURTON — PRINCIPAL, THE REAL ESTATE PEOPLE

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can’t help but smile when an insurance ad on the TV dramatically asks: “How would you feel if everything you owned was lost in a house fire?”

How would I feel?

Numb, dumbfounded, terrified. I’d want to cry but my brain wouldn’t process what’s going on and I’d simply stare at the inferno like I’m in a fog.

How do I know that? Because it’s happened to me.

And as I stood on that footpath in the dark, listening to the roaring flames tear apart the Queenslander we lived in, a new sound suddenly joined the mix — the beeping of a smoke detector.

No, it hadn’t saved me….incredibly, it only started AFTER we’d escaped the flames that left us with nothing but the chimney.

I share this insight because I think I’m more than qualified to explain that a malfunctioning or poorly positioned smoke detector is a death trap.

And, tragically each year, many people don’t get a second chance like I did.

The state government is looking to help save lives by introducing new smoke alarm legislation on January 1, 2022 and it will affect landlords and property owners looking to sell.

And while nine months might seem like a long time away — believe me, the clock is ticking.

We are already hearing from the smoke alarm installers that they are getting swamped with orders and slots are filling fast.

If you stick your head in the sand and look to put it off, you might find yourself unable to book an installation in time — it’s just not worth the risk.

For more details, here’s the link to the new

legislation: https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/communitysafety/smokealarms/documents/New-Smoke-AlarmLegislation.pdf It’s easy to understand, but if you’d like to discuss available options then please don’t hesitate to give our office a call. We’d be happy to explain how it will affect you.

Properly installed smoke detectors in your home may seem like a ‘cost’ to some owners, but I see it a little differently.

It’s an opportunity to save your house, your possessions and, most importantly, your life.

You can’t put a price on that.

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ou don’t have to be Einstein to see our climate is changing. While the ultimate cause of this may be still up for some debate, and even more debate about how to fix the problem (if that’s even possible), the reality is that we are likely facing more extremes in temperature fluctuations and weather.

Our homes are supposed to be sanctuaries and safe refuges from all the weather can hurl at us, and we need to be confident our home’s basic structure is able to withstand gales, heat waves and cold snaps over its expected lifespan.

A Snow and Prasad survey in 2011 estimated the average life expectancy of a brick home to be 88 years, and a timber home 58 years. Most homes will cope adequately over those years with the moderate temperature swings we have been used to. But now, that is the problem.

We are certain to be facing the unknown when it comes to

what nature may well dish up in the foreseeable future. It’s predicted that by 2030 (only nine years away) the average temperature will have climbed by 1 degree.

It’s of deep concern to me then, the average home will not cope with the extremes of weather that rise is expected to bring. It was built for environmental conditions that our kids will read about in history books. Eight decades is a long time for your precious home to be failing.

That’s potentially bad, but its not just that.

What about our national grid not being able to supply enough electricity to our power-hungry, internet-connected homes with their ‘absolutely essential’ reverse-cycle air conditioning to virtually every room?

When that extreme weather starts to make its presence felt and then over-demand causes the power to fail, and those poorly-designed homes become a closed-in oven or

a freezer — will home owners still be patting themselves on the back about the builder’s ‘cheap price’ they got?

For me, it’s a matter of urgency that we build more ‘future catastrophe-proof’ homes — homes that are purposely built to not just cope with bitumen-melting summer temperatures and freezing, wetter winters, but to actually use the natural elements themselves to keep our homes liveable regardless of what’s going on outside.

That means building smart homes that remain flexible to work with their daily environment, not against it. That use air con as reinforcements, not as the first line of defence. It’s about making sure the fundamental structure of your home will easily and naturally adapt to whatever crazy changes the weather concocts.

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THE BUILDERS DIARIES

Part 6

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By MEGHAN BRYANT

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here is a lot that goes into building and styling a home.

People say building a house is one of the most stressful things you can do in life, and they’re not wrong.

It’s also one of the most exciting and rewarding experience you’ll ever have.

This is the third house my husband and I have built or renovated together and each time I make a mental note of all the things I would 100 per cent do again, and the things I would 100 per cent stay away from.

When you see your home come together in the building stage, you’ll walk in and see some aspects and be absolutely blown away with how perfect they look, how they’re exactly as you pictured all those months ago in the planning stage.

On the other hand you can spend hours, days and weeks pouring over designs and different styles for your dream home but sometimes when it comes together, a certain aspect or two aren’t quite what you imagined.

Thankfully, the latter is far rarer to come across especially when you’re married to a builder, as he has a far better idea of the overall picture than the average person.

My home is exactly as I imaged; my husband is an incredible builder and has brought our beautiful home to life.

However, there are three things I would do differently.

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I would never again buy a block of land which hasn’t yet been registered.

We signed a contract for our land while it was in the development stage and hadn’t yet been approved by council.

When you see your home come together in the building stage, you’ll walk in and see some aspects and be absolutely blown away with how perfect they look, how they’re exactly as you pictured all those months ago in the planning stage. On the other hand, sometimes when it comes together a certain aspect or two aren’t quite what you imagined.

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We knew there would be a bit of wait, but we didn’t anticipate almost two years.

There are plenty of blocks of land, and while I absolutely love where we live and am glad we have been able to build our dream home here, I wish we had have been able to use those two years more wisely instead of renting an overpriced house.

Style-wise I love the look of this but for practicality with a young child, I wouldn’t do 2. this again.

I’m referring to our open shower in our en-suite.

Instead of having a glass door, we opted with the more stylish open shower look with only a panel of glass covering half the shower.

It is a common feature in new homes these days as it looks more seamless and modern, however the downsides is my one-year-old runs in after we shower and I worry about him slipping on the wet tiles.

Our way around this is to place our laundry basket in front of the open entrance after each shower until the tiles dry.

Our media room is 4m x 5m and in the design stage I came across an image where I saw a 3. white floating wall-to-wall TV cabinet. I absolutely

loved it!

My husband warned me that it would look extra long in our house as the image depicted a smaller room. I told him not to worry because I could style it with different items — he trusted me.

Three months later and there isn’t a single thing on the cabinet because it’s so long and I don’t know what to put on there.

Not everything you see online will look the same in your house.

There are also three things I would absolutely do again, should we ever move.

Have a mudroom. When my husband 1. suggested this I thought it sound pompous and too fancy for us but realistically it is a way to fill in an otherwise empty hallway.

A mudroom acts as a space between the outdoors and the indoors, mainly functioning as a hold for things that would clutter up the house such as footwear, school bags and sports gear.

Our mudroom comes straight off our garage and consist of two bench seats, seven cupboards ranging in size, allocated spaces for footwear and hooks to hang bags or jackets.

It doesn’t add much cost to your overall build but is a great way to hide clutter and transform a hallway.

Budget for window coverings. Most builder’s 2. quotes don’t take into consideration curtains

or blinds and no matter which way you go they are expensive.

We budgeted for them from day one and we opted for the more expensive floor to ceiling curtains. It is the first house where we have chosen such a luxury but with our 2700mm ceiling we figured they would be a statement piece and we were correct.

They look amazing and I would definitely budget for them again.

Choose a neutral colour palette. Our home is 3. made up of whites, blacks, oak woods and grey

– all very neutral colours.

These colours won’t go out of style anytime soon and almost any type of furniture would suit our home, making it very diverse.

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s a busy mum who spends a significant amount of time driving small humans around, the thought of doing so in a luxury MercedesBenz is certainly up there.

So, when a colleague casually hinted my next review was to be the Wheels Car of the Year 2020, I admit, my excitement hit fever pitch. After all, not only does this sleek looking SUV have all the luxury inclusions expected in a brand-new Mercedes-Benz, the EQC 400 is leading the charge for all-electric driving. Welcome to the future of motoring Toowoomba – you won’t be disappointed!

The exterior of this SUV looks like a sleek and sporty Mercedes-Benz, though its skin is slightly more high-tech and uses aerodynamics to its full advantage.

Revolutionary under the bonnet it may be, but it won’t look like you’re driving a spaceship, which probably bodes well for those with pre-teens already mortified at school drop-off.

Inside, the cabin is again, luxury Mercedes-Benz, with the addition of bespoke colours, environmentally friendly materials, and signature copper vents. Ambient lighting with 64 colours, surround sound, heated front seats and a widescreen cockpit with twin 10.25 inch (260mm) displays are all standard inclusions.

If you’ve ever driven one of the many MercedesBenz’s SUVs, the EQC will feel a lot like them, except its acceleration is faster and more seamless, and it boasts a silent, electric power (hello serenity).

Under the bonnet, take out the combustion engine, exhaust, fuel tank and the transmission. Insert two drive motors and an underfloor battery and there you have it. The fully variable 4MATIC all-wheel drive applies the power delivered by the electric motors to impressive effect. The system helps to improve traction and driving stability in difficult road conditions, while forming the technological basis for your sporty driving pleasure.

Safety is a forte of Mercedes-Benz and the EQC is no exception. This car will make sure you’re driving safely and to the conditions with Active Distance Assist, Evasive Steering Assist and my personal favourite, Parking Assist, with sensors and cameras when searching for a parking space, as well as when entering and leaving a parking space.

Now let’s get to the all-new, all-electric part of this progressive SUV. The EQC 400 electricity-only range is 434 kilometres, with the ability to fully charge at rapid charging stations in 40 minutes. You can charge it at home with your Mercedes Benz wall-charger or use charging stations popping up everywhere along the Eastern Seaboard. And here’s the kicker, all that driving equals to zero CO2 emissions, so you know that your luxurious ride is doing a whole lot of good for the future of the planet.

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Whether it’s for fitness or fun, joining a local sporting team is the perfect way to escape the house and finally be a part of your local community again (thanks COVID). Having said goodbye to the last balmy days of the summer season, a host of winter sporting competitions ensure there are plenty of options to pull on the sporting boots (and make new friends at the same time).

If you’re looking to join a club — or simply want to cheer on from the sidelines — here are some great contacts to get you started.

U12-U17 For more information — www.footballswq.com.au/toowoombafootball-leagues

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Rugby Union Football Club, Goondiwindi Rugby, Highfields Redbacks Rugby Union, Roma Rugby Union, South Burnett Rugby, St George & District Rugby, Toowoomba Bears Rugby, Toowoomba Rangers Rugby, University Of Southern Queensland Rugby Club, Warwick & Districts Rugby For more information — www.downsrugby.com.au

TOOWOOMBA NETBALL ASSOCIATION CLUBS: Apache Netball Club, Brothers Netball Club Toowoomba, Club G, Dominoes Netball Club, Downlands College Netball Club, Fairholme Netball Club, Highfields Netball Club, Phoenix Netball Club, Pittsworth & District Wildcats Netball Club, Rata Netball Club, Saints Netball Club (TNA), St Saviour's College Netball Club, St Ursulas Netball Club, Toowoomba Anglican School, Toowoomba Dragons Netball Club For more information — www.toowoomba.qld.netball.com.au

RUGBY LEAGUE SENIORS: Brothers, Dalby Diehards, Gatton Hawks, Goondiwindi Boars, Oakey Bears, Pittsworth Danes, Souths Tigers, Valleys Roosters, Warwick Cowboys, Wattles Warriors, Highfields Eagles JUNIORS: Under 6s through to Under 16s CLUBS: Pittsworth JRL, Brothers Toowoomba JRL, Highfields District JRL, Oakey JRL, Dalby Devils JRL, Southern Suburbs JRL, Gatton JRL, Toowoomba Valleys JRL For more information — www.playrugbyleague.com

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FOOTBALL (soccer) SENIORS: Premier Men, Premier Ladies, Championship Men, Championship Ladies, Conference Men, Schoolgirls Junior/Senior JUNIORS: MiniRoos U6-U11 and Junior Competitive

TENNIS The Toowoomba Tennis Association has a number of fixtures and social play to suit all players (including club membership).

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tournaments, including the famous Easter Gold Cup, Hooper Accountants Toowoomba International and Duncan Thompson Cup Professional coaching is also available for all ages by qualified and experienced coaches.

For more information — www.play.tennis.com.au/ toowoombatennisassociation

CYCLING GOLF BASKETBALL The Toowoomba Mountaineers have had a long and proud tradition in the state basketball competition - and you can be a part of the fun. Whether you’re a senior or a junior player there’s a team for you, so come hit the court and shoot some hoops.

For more information — www.toowoombabasketball.com.au

CLUBS: City Golf Club Toowoomba For more information — www.citygolf.com.au Toowoomba Golf Club Middle Ridge For more information — www.toowoombagolfclub.com.au

CLUBS: The Highfields Rollers Cycling Club For more information — www.highfieldsrollers.com Toowoomba Cycling Club Darling Downs Cycling Club For more information, please visit the clubs’ respective Facebook pages

Eustondale Golf Course For more information — 4630 2220 Borneo Barracks Golf Club For more information — 4694 6183

MOUNTAIN BIKING Toowoomba Mountain Bike Club For more information — www.tmbc.org.au

HOCKEY SENIORS: For more information — www.toowoombahockey.com.au JUNIORS: Hookin2Hockey (Introductory) and Stick2Hockey (Intermediate); as well as ‘Come ‘N Try’ days For more information — www.playhockeyqld.com.au V1 - TCHE01Z01ST

ATHLETICS Join Toowoomba little athletics now.

For more information — www.toowoombalittleathletics.com.au

DIDN’T SEE A SPORT YOU LIKE HERE? No matter your interests, there is a vast selection of sporting organisations in the region to suit all tastes and skill levels — simply jump on Google and find the one for you.

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season The Chronicle’s Sean Teuma had a chat with league legend Ben Ikin – here’s what Ikin had to say about our Toowoomba and Darling Downs NRL stars.

As we embark on one of the great times of the year, the start of footy season, the Downs will once again be strongly represented at the elite level.

Six players from the region are set to feature throughout the NRL season.

BRODIE CROFT (BRONCOS)

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Junior Club: Highfields Croft has been given the nod to start at seven for Brisbane ahead of Toowoomba-born Tom Dearden, and Ikin believes a back to basics approach will get the best out of the half in 2021.

“It’s pretty clear he’s got all the tools. He can kick, pass, run and communicate,” Ikin said.

“The next evolution is to be able to bring it all together in a live environment under pressure.

ASH TAYLOR (TITANS)

Junior Club: Brothers The form of Ash Taylor to close out the season was up there with the best we’ve seen from the Brothers junior.

Ikin praised the way Taylor was able to find his feet last season under the tutelage of Justin Holbrook.

“Ash has always had the ability and is a great natural talent that can do brilliant things,” he said.

“In terms of having the mental toughness and emotional stability to lead a team, he’s struggled with that.

JAKE SIMPKIN (TIGERS)

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Junior Club: Southern Suburbs There have been plenty of eyes on Simpkin throughout the pre-season, with a public shootout between himself and Jacob Liddle for the starting hooker position at the Tigers.

The latter has got the nod for that role to start the year, and while Ikin acknowledged that he will be disappointed, said his time would eventually come.

“I’ve seen a bit of Jake coming through the grades in Queensland and he clearly isn’t just a stand and pass dummy half,” he said.

ANDREW MCCULLOUGH (DRAGONS)

Junior Club: Dalby The former Queensland Maroons representative finds himself at his third club in three years after stints with the Broncos and Knights.

McCullough was playing a good brand of football in Newcastle prior to suffering a season-ending injury midway through the year.

He now finds himself at the Dragons, and Ikin hopes a familiar set of combinations can help him excel.

“The band is back together, He’s got a lot of experience playing alongside Corey Norman and Ben Hunt with Anthony Griffin as coach,” he said.

“They’ve got a long history and are comfortable in each other’s company which will bode well for all of them.

“The pleasing thing with McCullough is you know exactly what you’re getting. He’s really tough, a solid contributor and has a few more brains than people think as a footballer.

“The move last year led to some quality performances and I think we’ll see some quality football out of him again.

“He’s a solid trainer, works really hard and is easy to coach.”

COREY PAIX (BRONCOS)

Junior Club: Southern Suburbs Paix got a taste of first grade action with the Broncos last year, playing in 13 games as Brisbane endured a tough season.

Playing at hooker, Paix showed signs of life that were lacking at the Broncos, and Ikin believes now is the time for him to make the most of his opportunities.

“Corey’s been in the Broncos system for a long time and has been exposed to first grade where he hasn’t looked out of place,” he said.

“There’s an assembly line at the Broncos where they attract and develop some of the best young players from around the country.

“If you don’t find your way, there’s every chance you have to make way for the next best thing.

“He’s another of those players that has the tools, but needs to figure out how to bring it into first grade.”

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Junior Club: Dalby Fermor is another Downs player that broke through for his first grade debut in 2020.

Playing in eight games, Fermor was able to cross the stripe twice, including a matchwinning try against the Warriors.

The second row/centre has missed out on selection for round one, but Ikin said the systems are in place for him to make an impression.

“From what I saw of Beau fermor, he’s clearly very capable and is a strong ball runner,” he said.

“He finds himself in a good system under a good coach and that will serve him well.

“There are some quality players in front of him like David Fifita, Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and Kevin Proctor.

“That competition for spots will bring out the best in him. Patience will be his thing. With some of the things I saw him do (last year), he has a bright future.”

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Mum’s Favourite Things Vouchers to workshops, new sets of paintbrushes.

Cadmium red, Pthalo blue and Prussian.

Tools and books to feed creative flings, These are a few of her favourite things.

Frames getting made to custom desires, Hung up in a special place to admire, The day we celebrate mums always brings, The chance to give her some new favourite things.

When the red globs, When the green sprays, When the blue’s all gone, I simply remember that it’s Mother’s day And I knew what to get, all along.

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ught ro b ly d u ro p e en c S Toowoomba Artord Gouldson Lawyers to you by Cliff

TOOWOOMBA ART SCENE

There’s so much happening across Toowoomba’s galleries, theatres, schools and various creative groups that we have decided to give the arts its own page. Check our contents page for contact details.

CRACKING THE MIRROR STAGE

BY CHRISTOPHER ABRAHAMS FROM MARCH 27 TO APRIL 25 WHERE: Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery WHAT: Exploring the concepts of artist, body and self, Toowoomba Region artist Chris Abrahams engages with the subject matter of self-portraiture. Abrahams’ interest in selfportraiture came after a period of introspection and reflection on his identity, questioning how the use of the body as a tool expresses that body as self.

To learn more about Chris’s artistic practice and work, attend his ‘Meet the Artist’ event at Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery on Saturday, April 10 starting at 1.30pm. Bookings are essential for capacity numbers, email info@tr.qld.gov.au or phone 131 872 to book your place.

Chris ABRAHAMS / Late night strum 2019 / oil on canvas / 30 x 42cm / © Chris Abrahams

The Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am – 3.30pm and Sundays 1-4pm.

IN THE MOMENT BY SUE METCALFE APRIL 8 TO MAY 1 WHERE: Rosalie Gallery WHAT: Local glass artist and painter, Sue Metcalfe, takes us on a personal journey with her response to the massive changes taking place worldwide and in herself.

Sue METCALFE / Her work responds to the elements of Nautilus 2019 / glass earth, air, water and fire and she seeks to and ammonite fossil / give tangible form to intangible qualities of 79 x 59.5cm / © Sue consciousness, beauty, awareness and the Metcalfe quest for harmony with nature.

Sue Metcalfe will host a ‘Meet the Artist’ day on Saturday, April 10 at Rosalie Gallery, Goombungee. She will be in attendance from 10.30am to 3.30pm. Come along to meet Sue and for a chance to learn more about her work. No bookings required, but physical distancing provisions will be in place.

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ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM By KATE MCCORMACK KATE.MCCORMACK@NEWS.COM.AU

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ne talented Toowoomba artist and seamstress is preparing to ‘strip’ Toowoomba down later this year when she showcases her phenomenal collection of historic lingerie, undergarments and corsets as part of the Toowoomba Arts Footprint artists in residence program.

Toowoomba’s Lorraine White will be one of three Queensland artists taking the Toowoomba community on a journey of creation, connection and discovery in a few month’s time when she showcases her works and holds sewing workshops.

Ms White creates beautifully tailored corsetry with an emphasis on quality of fabrics, cut and embellishments while paying homage to classic glamour and remaining true to traditional construction processes.

“I was in disbelief when they contacted me to say I was one of the three artists chosen,” Ms White said.

“It’s something I’ve wanted to be part of for a few years now so it will be wonderful to share my craft and creations with the public and teach others a little about what I know.

“Visitors will even be able to try on some of my undergarment creations.”

Ms White said she had been sewing and making her own clothes since she was just eight and fell in love with the art behind burlesque fashion several years ago and has been creating custom corsetry, vintage lingerie and accessories ever since.

“I just love the intricate and fascinating history behind the fashion of this era and I’m looking forward to sharing this with others as part of my residence program,” she said.

“There’s so much more to burlesque and fashion and sewing than people realise; it really is an incredible form of art.”

Ms White’s project will take place in an interactive open studio at Cobb and Co Museum, where she will work on a series of thirteen garments celebrating the evolution of women’s undergarments from the 1890s through to 2000.

The Toowoomba Arts Footprint Artists in Residence program has been fully funded by Arts Queensland, with project management and administration funding support provided through South West Queensland Regional Arts.

The three host venues for the residencies are Cobb and Co Museum, the Empire Theatre and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery.

At Clifford Gouldson we value our clients, our people and our community. We are a leading Toowoomba legal firm with a strong commitment to supporting artistic, cultural, sporting and charitable projects in Toowoomba and across the Darling Downs. Clifford Gouldson is proud to support the Toowoomba Art Scene because we know that the events and artistic works featured here are vital in uplifting and enhancing the lives of every member of our community.

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Lizzy Newcomb

Tell us a little about yourself…

I was born in Sydney and can’t remember a time when I didn’t have paper, pencils or paints with me. It was just part of life. My other passion was nursing, so I trained as a registered nurse at the Alexandra Hospital for Children. Wanting to stay home for my son James, I ventured back into the world of art, starting a ceramics business in 1994.

Describe your style?

My style is Naïve, that has lots of storytelling qualities. Tales of everyday life created with beautiful colours and tones. Perspective is not a priority in my works and it usually features country life scenes, farms, people, and flowers.

What inspires you?

Everyday people and the lives they live. The wonderful little moments in life that make you giggle. The animals we share this beautiful planet with and the natural world of creatures and flora.

When did you start painting?

Dad was an Architect so I would sit up at his drawing board and fell in love with the process of creating. In 1994, I started painting full time.

How has it evolved and what has influenced this?

Meeting many inspirational artists, experimenting with techniques, paint and tools has helped me to evolve and gain confidence in my art practice. I take time to really observe subjects and spaces and can ponder textures and important details.

Why do you enjoy painting?

It’s the thought process after being inspired by someone or something, to capture what delights you is wonderful. Also, I adore the whole process of doing commissions for clients and creating their special memories for their families in an artwork.

Some favourite moments of your artistic life?

I get to create every day, nothing beats that. I also loved working alongside authors to illustrate two children’s books with Walker Publishing and Blackdog books. I benefited greatly from the two talented art directors on those projects.

What do you like about Toowoomba?

This is my first connection with Toowoomba, and I love the art that is presented by Grammar Art Show. I look forward to visiting one day.

What is your dream goal or project?

A studio by the ocean would be special. Also, another opportunity to illustrate more children’s books would be fabulous.

For your calendar..

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Pittsworth District Alliance and Gardens of the Downs have organized an open weekend.

The main street businesses will open for extended hours and there will be sidewalk vendors throughout featuring only local artisans and producers.

The Art Gallery will be open with the ‘Showcasing Autumn Art’ Exhibition. The Pittsworth Function Centre will host a display of images of the region by the U3A Photography group and a plant stall along with a historical display by the Pittsworth Garden Club.

Schools and sports groups will have displays along with local craft groups.

Entertainment by local singing groups and local bands will take place on the DPI Block over the weekend. All food and drinks for the weekend will be supplied by the local food outlets.

This event has been organized to showcase what we in Pittsworth have to offer.

So, arrange for all of your friends and relatives to come and visit that weekend as it is going to be fantastic!

We will have buses running both days, 9.00am and 2.00pm north and south, to outlying industries and agricultural areas showcasing the history of the surrounding Pittsworth area with a local guide onboard.

North will take in Lionel Moore Trailers, Gloria Smith’s garden and cottage, the Wylie’s quail farm and Figtree owned by Ken and Ruth.

South will visit McLean Farms, Peter Hood’s sheep farm, the Brookstead Hotel, Yarranlea Solar Farm and the Matthews’ stone home.

Cost is $20 per person per trip The Bus Tours running to rural areas will depart from the Pittsworth Function Centre - tickets need to be pre-booked by contacting: Belinda McKinlay - 0427 932 033 or email – gardensofthedowns@gmail.com The gardens of Pittsworth will be open both days 9.00am - 5.00pm Cost $20 to visit all - tickets and maps to the gardens at the Pittsworth Function Centre Pioneer Village – Saturday – Devonshire Tea available Lions Markets - Sunday 8.00am - 1.30pm at the Pittsworth Pioneer Village

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EVENTS

WHAT:John Williamson performed ‘Old Man Emu’ (the first song he’d ever written), on Channel Nine’s popular New Faces program — resulting in a number one single and a record deal. It marked the appearance of a striking new talent and an unofficial custodian of Australian stories. This year, John celebrates his 51st anniversary in the entertainment industry and foresees closing the book on his regular touring.

COST: For ticketing, please visit the Empire Theatre website.

The breakfast is a meet-up for regional entrepreneurs with a guest speaker shining a light on their own business and the challenges and successes you face chasing your dreams. Due to COVID-19 restrictions on cafes and restaurants, seats are limited, so bookings are essential. Bookings close at noon Monday, the day before the event (or when all seats are booked).

COST: For more information, please contact Canvas Coworking on 0407 584 987.

TOOWOOMBA ENTREPRENEURS’ BREAKFAST

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THE RUBENS (WITH ALICE IVY)

SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2021 AT 8PM

WHERE: Highfields Tavern (Highfields, QLD) WHAT: The Rubens are extremely excited to announce their biggest Australian tour to date. Presented by triple j, the 27-date run will see the fivepiece play a combination of metro and regional venues in celebration of their infectious summer jam, ‘Live In Life’.

Joining them is Alice Ivy. The artist’s eclectic signature sound spans sample-influenced soul, hip-hop and electronic pop that she brings to life live as a multiinstrumentalist.

COST: 18+ $56.10

JOHN WILLIAMSON WINDING BACK (A 50 Year Celebration)

SUNDAY, APRIL 11 AT 7PM

WHERE: Empire Theatre, 56 Neil Street

TUESDAY, APRIL 13 FROM 7AM

WHERE: Nourish Cafe on Prescott Street (in the BCF building), Toowoomba.

WHAT: Toowoomba Entrepreneurs’ Breakfast is on the second Tuesday of each month.

FRIDAY, APRIL 16 – SUNDAY, APRIL 18

WHERE: RASQ Clive Berghofer Events Centre Frank Thomas Ave, Glenvale WHAT: The Heritage Bank Toowoomba Royal Show is an exciting annual event showcasing the very best in entertainment and agriculture

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TOP OF THE RANGE ADVENTURE TRAIL RUN

displays on the Darling Downs (since 1860).

Children’s rides, ring events and a host of entertainment are guaranteed to put a smile on any face, so bring the whole family and enjoy world-class acts and the exhilaration of sideshow alley.

COST: A variety of individual and family ticket packages are available. Visit the RASQ website for more details.

SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2021 6AM TO 11AM

WHERE: Picnic Point, 162 Tourist Road, Toowoomba WHAT: Join in Toowoomba’s first trail-running event at the scenic location of Picnic Point.

You don’t need to be an elite athlete as it is open to seasoned runners and first timers alike.

There are a number of different distances to choose from and everyone gets a hat and a medal.

COST: For more details, please visit www. ontheedgeevents.com.au/ topoftherangeadventuretrailrun

LEARN TO SIP ‘N’ PAINT JELLYFISH

SATURDAY, APRIL 17 5PM TO 8PM

WHERE: The Coffee Club, 1/267A Margaret and Victoria Streets, Toowoomba WHAT: This is fun not fine art — the perfect beginner class where you learn how to paint like a pro. Included in the price of your ticket is dinner from the Coffee Club Sip ‘n’ Dip Menu (please contact the venue of dietary questions), a glass of wine, a super easy step-bystep learn-to-paint class run by

your fabulous teacher, all the equipment and materials you will need for a fantastic night out, one 50x40cm canvas to paint your masterpiece on.

COST: Visit www.sipndip.com. au/event-details/toowoombalearn-to-sip-n-paint-jellyfish for details.

BLACKSMITHING BASICS

SATURDAY, APRIL 17 AND SUNDAY, APRIL 18 8AM TO 4PM

WHERE: Cobb + Co Museum, 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba WHAT: You will make a set of blacksmithing tools including a cold chisel, hot cutter, round punch, oval punch, centre punch and tongs. As well as your tools, you will take away the basic skills of blacksmithing including operating a forge and using the tools and anvil. After completing this workshop, you are eligible to participate in the Blacksmithing Advanced Workshop.

COST: $410 (inc GST) includes expert instruction, all materials, and meals. For more information contact Cobb + Co Museum on 4659 4900.

ANZAC DAY 2021

SUNDAY, APRIL 25, 2021

WHERE: Various ceremonies across the TRC region WHAT: Officially named Anzac Day in 1916, this commemorative event first acknowledged the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZACS) who bravely fought to capture the Gallipoli peninsula. It now serves to remember all Australians killed in military operations through a series of dawn services and marches featuring ex-servicemen and women committed to honouring this important day.

COST: Free.

Visit www.tr.qld.gov.au for events in your area.

* Please be aware that events in the What’s On section may be adjusted or cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns.

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PROTEA PLACE CELEBRATED INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH A FUNDRAISER AT PICNIC POINT WITH SPECIAL GUEST MELINDA SCHNEIDER.

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