The Bunbury Life - Issue 25

Issue 25

May - Aug 2014

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Fabulous Fireplaces

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Winter Fashion

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editor’s message

Welcome to the 25th edition of The Bunbury Life!

Twenty-five editions and the start of our seventh year of publication! Where has the time gone?! A good opportunity, I think, to once again thank all of our advertisers and readers whose unflinching support has made this journey possible. It’s a journey we at the magazine have thoroughly enjoyed and, don’t forget, if we are going to continue to entertain and inform, we would love to hear from as many of you as regularly as possible. We are always particularly keen for suggestions on new subjects we might cover in the publication. Get those emails pinging in!

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Stephanie Says…

The latest fashion trends from The Bunbury Life’s resident fashion expert...

in the middle and the belt or tie will look effortlessly cool in a contrasting colour or texture. It’s a feminine silhouette that produces a strong look. Also, look out for wraps in the form of huge blanket scarves, the bigger the better, in oversized check and plaid prints.

The slimline pant is a mainstay for men this winter with legs cropped around the ankle and layers worn on top to create a bulkier top half.

And, as a contrast, relaxed track-style pants will link in with the sport luxe trend. For sweaters, the rollneck jumper in a fine knit looks great with either type of pant. And not going anywhere fast is the check print – in any size or format – and not only for sweaters, for coats too. Keep extra warm outside by wearing jackets that feature the quilting effect, which is set to be a very popular look for jackets either in a slim cut or in a baseball style.

Add style and warmth to the wardrobe This winter, covering up will be an absolute joy! With so many fabulous looks to choose from, take inspiration from the new season’s trends and embrace the cooler weather.

This season, a wearable look for everyone is sport luxe. This athletic trans-seasonal trend gets revamped throughout the year and this winter, it centres on soft greys and nudes. Tops with sheer, PVC or even tweed panels add the glamour to a pair of slimline stretch pants or track pants. A quilting effect is very popular on pants, skirts and tops too and will look great on a fabric bomber jacket to finish off the look.

For feet, add a pair of sneakers – slip-on’s, laced or midrise.

Pale pink goes perfectly with greys and, although normally a spring or summer colour, it promises to be huge this season. Winter coats look incredibly soft and dreamy in this pastel shade and are quite a diversion from the usual black.

Looking for warm comfort often means snuggling up in oversized roomy knits. Long and lean jumpers as well as waterfall and boyfriend cardigans do the job very nicely.

Going for fine knits means you can layer too without looking bulky.

Other knitwear trending currently includes jumpers with chunky jewelled embellishments or printed animals. They look great teamed with a midi skirt or narrow cropped pants. Add a pair of ankle boots to the skirt or loafers to the pants.

Moving away from the cocoon shape of last winter, this year’s coats are being cinched in at the waist with a casual tie at the front or a statement belt. The coat doesn’t have to meet

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The Power of Blogging

The fashion world is constantly evolving and progressing, immersing us in new trends each season. But who decides what makes fashion sense? While designers, magazine editors and celebrities have traditionally been the ones to innovate and forecast trends, today, a growing number of bloggers are posting up their own fashion inspirations and ideas that influence new styles. Posts are current and accessed immediately, allowing new trends to quickly take hold.

The idea of starting an individual fashion blog may be a daunting thought for many but local Western Australian fashion bloggers, such as Bonnie Doran (Bonnie Friday) and Andrea Goh (What’s the Goh?), are having an increasing impact on the fashion world.

It’s a brave move to expose your own personal style on a global scale for the rest of the world to observe, critique and judge but both Doran and Goh overcame these jitters and as a result have created their own online platforms where they share their unique, quirky styles and local influences. Initially studying law, Doran began her blog in 2010 after realising that she was neglecting her creative side. Blogging meant she could now indulge her two passions; fashion and writing. Goh was initially sceptical of the blogging idea but after encouragement from her friends, she finally came around and decided to ‘put herself out there’.

There have been many highs, and a few lows,

but both bloggers have reaped the rewards of their consistent blogging efforts. For Goh, being nominated for The Western Australian Fashion Awards was a highlight and credit to her hard work. Doran’s biggest success was marked by a once-in-a-lifetime trip to New York Fashion Week, which was sponsored by Nokia and ELLE. “Nothing beats the atmosphere of the Lincoln Centre during Fashion Week! I met so many amazing creatives on that trip, and I have remained in close contact with bloggers, fashion designers, jewellers and media personalities from all around the world,” she said.

However, both fashion bloggers believe the biggest motivation to continue sharing their everyday style ideas comes simply from their fans and the recognition they receive for their inspiring posts.

So if you’re feeling out of the loop for the upcoming winter fashion season, look no further than these local fashion blogs to style, inspire and illuminate your wardrobe.

The above article was supplied by Bobbi Lombardo. Born and bred in Bunbury, Bobbi is commencing a fashion and writing degree at Curtin University in 2015 and currently is working on her own fashion blog.

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Love and Lace Competition Winner In the previous issue of The Bunbury Life, we offered one lucky reader the chance to win a $200 voucher at Love and Lace Lingerie and 2 further runners up prizes worth $100 and $50 each. Plus, we also offered each entrant a special reader offer from the store!

Located at 54 Victoria Street, Bunbury, Love and Lace Lingerie is Bunbury’s one stop shop for exquisite lingerie and men’s underwear.

Styles in store include baby doll, chemise, long gowns and gown sets, and there is also a great range of suspender sets, stockings, bodystockings, sleep sets, bras, knickers, briefs, G-strings and corsets. Plus, discover white wedding lingerie and a huge range of accessories, including eye lashes, bust lifter inserts, massage oils and more! Sizes are available from 8 to 20 with some styles available up to a size 28.

We are delighted to announce the winner of the $200 voucher as Katie Sheedy of Dalyellup, the winner of the $100 voucher as Yasmin Pearce of Bunbury and the winner of the $50 voucher as Jenny Wood of Dalyellup. Many congratulations to you all! And for all of those who entered, look out for a special store offer heading your way soon!

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Just like a microderm, your suede will take kindly to a gentle brush. Soft thin copper brushes (made for suede) are the best. They invigorate, clean, renew and refresh. Just like your favourite facial.

What is it with us Aussies that we cringe and shy away from suede? I spent 13 years in winter-white Poland and never once did I see those elegant Polish ladies avoid suede. And we’re talking salt-dusted snow here. For 6 months of the year.

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So there you have it. Beauty 101 for your suede shoes and boots. Here’s to a great winter ladies, full of love for suede. And here’s to simply beautiful skin....

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Fabulous Fireplaces Open plan living is all the rage but keeping a spacious home warm in the winter months can be a challenge. So if your home starts to feels draughty and uncomfortable at this time of the year, how about adding a fireplace to create a warm hub in your living space?

Remember, it isn’t necessary to have a pre-existing fireplace. It is quite simple to build one into a room while creating the illusion that it has always been there. Fireplaces can also be installed into an alcove or wall cavity that has been cut to size and there are even fireplaces that can be added to a partial dividing wall, ensuring that both sections of the room benefit from its effect.

To start off, consider the options as to where a fireplace could be located. Think about how the furniture could be rearranged to ensure the fireplace is the focal point so that both the ambience of your new fire as well as its warmth can be enjoyed. Whether renovating an existing surround or building a new one, look at different materials and take the opportunity to create a fireplace that adds a new dimension to the room to deliver the required impact.

As well as the traditional option of a wood or brick surround, research various stone products for interesting textures and colours.

Stacked limestone comes in many colours, which helps to add depth to the fireplace as well as interest. Slate is also a popular option, or for a streamlined look, marble creates an elegant, stylish finish. Stone fireplaces also lend themselves well to adding built-in shelving, perfect for candles and decorative pieces, or for simply being left empty.

Stone with wood is a winning combination. A wood surround, especially in bright white, black, navy or soft grey, with a stone tile interior and a hearth in a different block

colour, adds contrast and brings life into the fireplace. Pillars can also be added to the mantel if it is deep enough.

Salvaged wood can make a fireplace truly individual and it can become a real standout piece in the home. It’s an ideal choice for those with ocean views or for those who like to use a mix of natural materials in the home’s décor.

Add a homely feel by building shelving or bookcases with lower cabinets either side of a fireplace. It’s welcoming to see books, photos and other family treasures beside the hearth.

Likewise, flanking the fireplace with a pair of comfy armchairs works too.

As for the fires themselves, the choice will depend on whether or not your property has a flue through which smoke escapes outside. If the home does not have a flue, and the expense of installing one is prohibitive, choose a fire that burns fuel without creating smoke.

Currently, there is a huge range of flueless fires on the market that burn gas or liquid bio fuel, such as bioethanol. These are easily installed into an existing fireplace surround and some can simply be hung on the wall to create a clean, streamlined look. This type of fire does not need a hearth so is an ideal choice for a smaller room. Designs range from traditional styles to ultra-modern and there is often a choice of fuel bed, such as logs, pebbles, charcoal or coal. Some even have a remote control so that the temperature can be altered from an armchair!

Spend time carefully researching which type of flueless fire to choose. Some are very costly to run and some do not give out much heat.

However, although some fires are predominately installed for decorative purposes, it is surprising how much warmer we can feel by just looking at a brand new fire!

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Eagerly awaited compact SUV arrives

With sales in the luxury compact SUV market continuing to boom, it’s no surprise to see the world’s leading luxury car manufacturer eager for a piece of the action.

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is the German giant’s answer to the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Range Rover Evoque and whilst it has been marketing

a similar sized model in Europe in left handdrive for a while (the GLK), the all new GLA has a distinct personality all of its own. Aimed primarily at the buyer looking for a versatile, family hatchback-sized model with a slightly higher driving position, the front-wheel drive GLA takes its influences from the recently

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launched all-new A-Class, although as Assist, Bi-xenon fixed headlamps, 18-inch Mercedes points out, this is a car not only at alloys, electric exterior mirrors, a reversing home on the road but off-road too with its camera, dual-zone climatic control and added capabilities.

Bluetooth connectivity. fuel consumption at Currently, there are 3 “the all new GLA has a With just 4.6 litres per 100kms versions available in the distinct personality all and a price tag of under GLA line-up, all fitted with $50,000, it’s wellEco start-stop and direct of its own” appointed, efficient and fuel injection. The entry affordable. level model, the 200 CDI, comes with a 2.1 litre turbo-diesel engine that Next up is the GLA 250, fitted with all-wheel produces 100kW of power and 300Nm of drive. Featuring a 2.0 litre turbo-powered torque. Available with 7-speed automatic petrol engine with 7-speed automatic transmission, standard equipment includes transmission, producing 155kW of power and ABS, Active Parking Assist and Blind Spot 350Nm of torque, fuel consumption is again impressive at just 7 litres per 100kms. Finally, expected later in the year is the ferocious AMG version, the GLA 45. This super-tuned variant is forecast to deliver a huge 265kW of power and 450Nm of torque, powering its way from 0-100km/h in just 4.8 seconds.

At around 6cm taller and 12cm longer than its smaller A-Class sibling, there’s plenty to like about the styling achieved from the combination of the extra height and sleek lines. Rear passengers will also be happy with the added legroom and, with a very handy 481 litres of boot space, the GLA offers more storage capacity than many larger SUV’s on the market. Inside, as you would expect from Mercedes, the cabin is awash with luxurious touches, including leather-upholstered, power-adjustable seats that feature four-way electro-pneumatic lumbar support, a distinctive dash with silver sports dials complete with red needles, chrome plated air vents and the now familiar Mercedes Command interface.

It’s taken a while for Mercedes-Benz to address this particular segment in the market but it has definitely been worth the wait. With its sporty, eye-catching looks and impeccable finish, it comes with all the in-built luxuries expected from the home of the three-pointed star.

For further information on the all-new Mercedes Benz GLA, contact Coastal Automotive Centre on 9721 8199.

on the road Featuring an 8-valve, 1699cc power-plant that delivers a more than acceptable 93bhp at 5400rpm, the engine produces an even more impressive 151Nm of torque at just 3550rpm. In short, there’s plenty of grunt here along with Triumph’s trademark smooth, snatch-free transmission.

With fat 17-inch tyres as standard on the front and back, the Commander’s handling skills are further enhanced by its high spec chassis, light and neutral steering and even weight distribution, delivering an ideally positioned centre of gravity. A double-layered, dualdensity foam seat offers both riders and passengers a supportive luxurious ride, and twin straight-cut drainpipe silencers provide the perfect soundtrack to the day’s excursion.

With its broad, relaxed ride position, refined chassis and powerful appearance, this is a bike that can not only be enjoyed all day long but one that will get plenty of admiring glances along the way.

For further information on the Triumph Commander, visit exclusive Bunbury dealer Millard Marine and Motorcycle Centre at 5 Sandridge Road, or call 9721 3033.

Triumph Commander Discover the great outdoors!

Hailing from the current hotbed of British biking, Triumph Motorcyles Ltd., the Triumph Commander is a classic, no-nonsense cruiser built with large helpings of style, performance and comfort in mind.

Based on the original Triumph Thunderbird, a bike that achieved almost legendary status after being ridden by Marlon Brando in the 1953 movie The Wild One, it features the world’s largest capacity parallel twin engine, loads of stylish touches and the very latest in modern engineering techniques.

It also looks fabulous. Sporting a low sleek profile, the Commander’s bold street presence is perfectly enhanced by polished stainless steel fork shrouds, large twin headlamps, stylish badging and a stunning art-deco style LED tail light. With its machined engine fins and gleaming chrome covers, even the engine looks good on the Commander!

And, whilst on the subject of the engine, performance-wise it is just as impressive.

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Avoiding Home Loan Traps

account. Then make it a priority to repay this loan with higher levels of repayments.

By Theo Krinos

Focusing solely on the interest rate

Most people will take on a home loan with the best intention of paying off the debt as quickly as possible. However, these best intentions can often be sabotaged by poor financial decisions made along the way. Here are some common traps to avoid:-

Whilst an important factor, there is far more to consider in a home loan than just the interest rate, particularly when refinancing. In most cases, when moving banks there will be costs involved and theses costs can sometimes be forgotten about during the move. Ensure you work with a reputable broker who will look at the structuring and features of the new loan as well as the headline rate in order to find the most suitable fit.

Failure to manage line of credit loans

While a line of credit can have its benefits, a significant proportion of people who take these out end up getting into strife. Similar to having access to a giant credit card, a line of credit requires not only discipline but also a stable financial position. Usually attracting a higher interest rate and because regular payments are not actually obliged to be made, it’s very easy for those that spend freely to quickly start going backwards financially.

Paying interest only for the life of the loan

For those who want repayment flexibility, an interest only loan can be an effective strategy.

This can often be the case for investors looking to quickly build up a portfolio of investment properties. However, at some stage it’s prudent to start paying down both principal and interest to help build up equity. For those who just make interest only payments, at some point the property is going to have to be sold to pay out the debt. Instead, a good strategy is to try to pay out the loan before retirement so the benefits of rental income can be enjoyed.

Theo Krinos is Finance Manager at Smartline, Bunbury. Located at 32 Stirling Street, he can be contacted on 9791 4177.

Consolidating short term debt long term Consolidating debt such as credit cards and car loans into a home loan is a popular strategy to ease short term cash flow problems. However, by rolling these debts into a home loan, borrowers are potentially stretching out these payments over the length of the home loan – a strategy that in the long run is going to cost considerably more in interest. Instead, consider having a split loan with the short term debt in the second loan

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Talking Property With Greg Gardiner

Greater Bunbury property market ripe for the picking?!

Having taken out top selling office in the state (REIWA listings sold) from over 500 offices for February and March with 124 listings sold, perhaps we could be forgiven for thinking that the boom times have returned to Bunbury?

Same great service, different name!

Well‌ maybe not! But there is no doubt that there are currently extremely positive signs and the market is clearly on the move. It appears that the downturn of the greater Bunbury market that we have experienced for the last 7 years is well and truly over!

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So have you been sitting on the fence, wondering whether to buy, sell or invest? Well, take the jump, make the move and prosper.

With land prices and building costs on the move and the sub $400K price range moving quickly, all the signs are there for a positive upswing in the market over the next 2 to 3 years.

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Plus, unlike Perth, which has experienced a volatile rental market over the last 18 months, the Bunbury market has remained steady with marginal increases in rental prices and low vacancy rates.

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Need genuine advice and property tips? Greg Gardiner is a seasoned and active investor, who is happy to share his market knowledge to get you on the path of property investment. Contact him on 0418 932277.

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Tax Tips

Structuring, planning and minimising

By Phil Di Candilo

I am not evading tax in any way, shape or form. However, of course I am minimizing my tax and if anybody in this country doesn’t minimize their tax they want their heads tested.

Governments are not spending it that well that we should be donating extra,’ Kerry Packer.

As accountants, we are always expected to help our clients pay less tax. Let’s face it, large, unexpected tax bills are probably our fault.

The reality is that an accountancy firm should be helping its clients to make money and build investments to enable a more comfortable lifestyle.

However, although paying tax is a fact of life, there are plenty of ways to minimise tax. A good place to start is by taking a close look at your business, i.e. do you have the right business structure in place? There is no one structure that suits all. Businesses have different exposures to risk, there are different dynamics in every family and, of course, you may be in business with a non-family member.

The type of structure will be different in each case, however, with the right structure begins the ability to minimise the impact of taxation.

Good bookkeeping is the next step. If you have solid financial management and know how the business is trading at any point in time, then you are better placed to plan. GST reporting has helped this. No registered business should now be more than three months behind with its accounts thanks to quarterly reporting. Don’t be afraid, though, to embrace new technology. With the popularity of cloud accounting, consider the change. I can tell you from experience, that the business will have a better relationship with its accountant. Accountants can log in and review transactions, leading to a more accurate set of management reports. Doing this at year end in arrears is too late!

Year-end planning is critical. There are many areas of planning that can be looked at pre 30th June. Once the calendar rolls over, the door closes on most of these. Some simple transactions to consider are deferring income, bringing forward expenses, prepaying expenses and making extra contributions into superannuation, to name a few.

If you are reading this article before 30th June, make an appointment to see your accountant now, I can guarantee that your tax saving will be greater than the fee charged for the visit. For those reading this after 30th June, then there is always next year, we know that for sure!

Phil Di Candilo is Director of RSM Bird Cameron Bunbury, part of a full service, national accounting group, delivering expert corporate financial and advisory accounting services to clients across diverse industry sectors. Call him on 9722 5600.

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Feature Property 6 Lerici Circle

stunning views of the estuary and beyond. The minor bedrooms of the home are also of a good size with the second bedroom featuring a WIR and direct access to the family bathroom, ideal for guests. Bedrooms 3 and 4 also have built in wardrobes.

Outside, a multitude of alfresco areas create the perfect space to entertain. Two external sweeping stairways frame the rear elevation, sweeping down to a private jetty where both day and night the fabulous views and outdoor lifestyle can be enjoyed.

Have you ever wondered how the other half live? Well, wonder no more and start living the dream.

For further information on this property or to arrange a viewing, contact Allison Miller at Summit Realty on 0416 170112.

Luxurious Pelican Point living With its prestigious frontage, ornate electric gates and double door entry into a magnificent entry hall, there is no denying the street appeal and quality of this large 4 bedroom home.

Space and comfort were priorities in this build and with 2 large, plush living areas, dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen, there’s more than enough space to relax and enjoy the waterfront lifestyle.

Climb the magnificent marble staircase and discover a stunning retreat on a par with a luxurious penthouse apartment or suite from a top class hotel. The master suite, complete with its opulent ensuite and dressing room, spills out onto a tiled alfresco area with

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OPEN ALL YEAR! Every Saturday: SK8 between 10am to 3pm Every Sunday: SK8 between 10am to 3pm School Holidays and Public Holidays: SK8 any time between 10am-3pm, All General Sessions: $12 (includes skates, blades and protective gear) Be Active Skate Stars Classes for Beginners: Mon & Thurs 5pm to 5.30pm - $8 Sat 3pm to 3.30pm - $8 School Group Bookings: Mon to Fri 9am-3pm

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Feature Build From the very day the owners moved into the property that pre-dates the current house, they had a real passion for their home.

They loved the neighbours, location, orientation and view, and knew that a dream home could be designed to perfectly fit their vision and lifestyle. So, twelve years on, they instructed Busselton architect firm D’Agostino and Luff to set about creating the commanding home it is today.

On approaching the property, the most striking features are the architectural elements of offformed concrete, the crisp, sharp rendered projections and glass. An in-ground concrete pool is located in the front yard and cleverly wraps around the side to provide a generous length for swimming laps.

The off-formed concrete elements continue internally and are complemented by polished concrete floors, stair treads and risers. There are bespoke elements throughout the home, many being used for the first time in the south west.

The suspended slab is embedded with hydronic floor heating, which radiates heat to both the lower and upper living areas. A standout feature is the exceptional timber furniture in every room which was crafted by Dunsborough Woodworks.

The home is entered in the 2014 HIA SW Housing Award Custom Built Home category, which will be announced in September.

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Suzuki DF25A and DF30A

All new four-stroke, lightweight outboards now available

Eighteen months after releasing the DF15A and DF20A, the smallest and lightest outboards in their respective classes, Suzuki has added two new lightweight, compact outboards to its stable, the DF25A and DF30A. Eagerly anticipated by boaties around the globe, particularly ones who regularly haul outboards on and off the transom, these small portable models again offer high-end specification and performance.

Based on a completely new in-line, threecylinder block with a displacement of 490cm3, the engines benefit from Suzuki’s revolutionary new generation, battery-less electronic fuel injection system, which is designed to provide quicker starts, smoother operation and better acceleration in all conditions. The outboards also feature an extremely light recoil starter that requires less pull strength, making them considerably easier to use.

As with all new products on the water, fuel efficiency is key and the battery-less fuel injection system provided doesn’t disappoint.

Using Suzuki’s Lean Burn Fuel Control System, the engines are up to 15% more fuel efficient than the outgoing models. An intelligent fuel management system predicts fuel needs by monitoring engine performance and

operating conditions and, in turn, delivers a leaner fuel/air mixture to the engine. The result is a considerable improvement in fuel economy and lower emissions, all without affecting the performance of the engine.

Both new models also come fitted with a newly designed engine cover. Although an aesthetically pleasing addition, the main purpose of the new cover is to provide the direct intake system with a smoother, cooler flow of air. This then boosts the operating efficiency of the engine by reducing temperatures under the engine cover. This, together with a newly designed air cleaner, allows much higher power output from a relatively small displacement.

Compact, lightweight and easy to use, Suzuki’s latest outboards are also easy to transport and store. Now available in local dealerships, this latest range once again highlights the remarkable developments that have taken place in recent years within the 4-stroke outboard market.

For further information on the range of Suzuki outboards, visit exclusive Bunbury dealer Millard Marine and Motorcycle Centre at 5 Sandridge Road, or call 9721 3033.

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• Indoor sport facilities catering for a wide range of different activities • 25m pool, children’s fun pool spa and steam room.

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• Fantastic food and beverage facilities catering available • Affordable fortnightly membership rates with no joining fee now available • Crèche available to members (subject to availability)

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Inline Skating A mobile programme that comes to you

As one of the nation’s fastest growing sports, the benefits of learning to skate are plentiful.

As well as being great fun, affordable, sociable and accessible, the health benefits are numerous and wide-ranging.

Now, thanks to the Be Active Mobile Skate Programme, an initiative of The Rink Bunbury, budding skaters are able to experience the thrill of inline skating right on their very own doorstep. The Rink’s mobile programme is a natural extension of the range of programmes run at its skating centre in Gibbons Road, Bunbury and is available from as far north as Perth to Walpole in the south.

To host a class in your area, a smooth, level asphalt surface is required, i.e. a basketball or tennis court, and the area must be swept.

During the wetter months, undercover areas are recommended as skating is not permitted in wet conditions. Equipment supplied by The Rink includes the inline skates and all protective gear and tuition is available for beginner, intermediate and advanced skating levels. For multiple class bookings, a 15 minute break between classes is recommended to allow for changeover time and it is also recommended that an adult or teacher is present during classes.

The areas covered by the Rink are divided into 4 separate zones each with its own pricing structure. Zone 1 covers the Greater Bunbury area and prices are adjusted to cover distance and staff travel. Classes are also run at The Rink and cost $100 for a 1 hour group of up to 25 children. This price includes equipment and coaching.

So, whether you are interested in hosting a school activity, booking a children’s party or simply want to encourage kids in your area to learn to skate in a controlled, professional environment with specialist coaches, simply contact The Rink on 9725 6999 or email therink@iinet.net.au

Meet….Anne Edwards In this issue, we talk with Anne Edwards, a former national champion, who has rediscovered her love of skating at The Rink.

When did you start skating?

I started as a 4 year old. My 3 brothers and I lived at the Rink! We all competed and it wasn’t until I was 15 that I decided that I wanted to get good. I said to my coach, Susan Brooks, that I wanted to win nationals and she replied, “OK, well if you do, you will need to practise and then practise some more!’ So I followed her instructions, worked hard and guess what - I won! Then, aged 17, I moved to Perth, trained as an apprentice pastry chef, met my husband and had 2 beautiful children, Blake and Cristin.

What are your memories as a child skating and would you recommend parents bring their children to skating classes?

I loved skating as a child. It gave me the freedom to express my creative side and it was something different. I’d definitely recommend bringing children to classes as they get to skate with others at the same level and work through the stages at their own pace.

Why did you come back to skating?

My daughter had started and I decided that instead of sitting on the sidelines, I’d put my old skates on and see how it felt. Realising how much I’d missed it, it didn’t take long before I was back doing private lessons and competing again.

Then, under the guidance of Susan, I began to learn a new style of skating for me called Solo Dance. This meant no partner, just me, participating at times I could make it or 44

sport & recreation different to teenage bodies and you need to adapt accordingly. Adults need more time to recover, good medical advice and technical coaching or you get to a point when your body says stop. My coach, sports doctor and physio are all able to help me when I have issues that need addressing and I know that as my body changes I can improve my understanding and seek help when needed.

After less than 2 years, I’ve learnt a new discipline, improved my health, worked better with my body and fallen back in love with my sport. Even better is that each time my daughter and I go training together, I get great joy from watching her and the other skaters improve, whilst having great fun.

On her return, Anne was placed 2nd at National championships 2013 and was placed 3rd at the 2014 Oceania Championships in New Zealand.

whenever my daughter was training. The compulsory side of this programme involves skating to music with turns and steps (think ballroom dancing on skates). Next, the creative side is where we create a character programme to fit my own personal skill level. Timing and musicality are key here as are the variety of turns and tricks. This year’s programme was Roaring 20’s and I had so much fun.

Have you enjoyed teaching and judging?

I love teaching as I can be with children and adults who want to learn a sport that I’m passionate about. Judging is new to me but being a coach has helped me see a different side to the sport and understand the judges’ points of view. I’m really enjoying this new journey as it gives me the opportunity to give something back to a sport that has given me so much.

Have you enjoyed competing again?

I love competitions, maybe because I have 3 competitive brothers, however, it also gives me the opportunity to improve my skills and reach my goals. The Oceania Championship was an amazing experience being my first ever international competition. I met loads of competitors at the same skill level and was able to reach a goal that I’ve had for a long time.

How has skating encouraged you to get fit and how have you adapted to being older?

Since my return to skating, I have not only lost weight but also increased my strength and flexibility to help my competition chances. It’s really improved my overall health. My nutrition awareness has also improved thanks to a new career cooking at Natural Temptation Café. I have learnt so much about how healthy nutritional food can give you the energy to fulfil a busy, demanding lifestyle.

Returning to skating, I thought I would return to free-skating, the type I did as a child. I soon discovered that bodies in their 30’s are very 45

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Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre Expansion brings world class art facility to Bunbury

The $12.4 million expansion of the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre continues to forge ahead with the centre currently planning a month-long grand opening celebration throughout the month of July.

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Built with the support of the local south west community, who have raised over a third of the construction costs, this state-of-the-art, world class facility will include a 242-seat Cube Theatre, an adaptable conference and event facility, a new commercial kitchen, brand new box office facilities and a first floor bar overlooking the Leschenault Inlet.

With the brand new box office now open, the centre is also celebrating its achievement in raising over $450,000 towards the facility’s fit out. This includes a

significant donation from the BREC Club, a successful application to the Chef’s Long Table Lunch and over $80,000 raised to date from the Name a Seat Campaign.

With the centre currently attracting over 55,000 people each year, the new facility is expected to significantly increase attendance in coming years, attract new visitors to the city and provide the local community with a wide range of high quality performing artists and events.

BREC General Manager Joel McGuiness is understandably upbeat about the development, “I’m so excited by all of the arts and cultural events we have planned for the remainder of the year and into the future, including the brand new Out Of The Box and Into The Cube programme.”

Mr McGuiness also said the centre was overwhelmed by the support it had received from the community during the duration of the expansion.

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Get Creative With Art That Flows Learn to create Art Glass at LAVA Art Glass Gallery and Studio

Operating for over 12 months and positioned on the Marlston Waterfront, Lava Art Glass Gallery and Studio is home to a breathtaking collection of stunning art glass from some of Australia’s leading artists. Owned and operated by Brenda Ellen, a professional glass artist for over 20 years, the gallery was launched to create a unique artistic space to showcase local Western Australian glass artists. One year on, the gallery continues to thrive with increasing numbers of artists now displaying their work, including many south west artists.

In addition to the popular gallery, the studio side of the business offers lovers of art glass a unique opportunity to participate in a range of professionally run workshops and courses. Classes are personal, flexible and offer an all-inclusive cost to learning. All classes are run from the Marlston Waterfront premises and provide a learning experience that is catered to the needs of the student, whatever their level, in a relaxed and inspiring environment.

Currently, Lava Art Glass Gallery and Studio offers a number of introductory courses to art glass, taking in a wide range of skill sets and techniques. Current workshops and courses include:• Sand Casting A 2 hour course that uses silica sand on the kiln shelf to cast glass. Glass is melted in, or melted and then poured into, a pre-shaped mould to create the finished product.

• Raking Glass This 3 hour course involves manipulating hot glass in an open kiln by dragging the glass.

• Leadlighting 5 lessons in a 20 hour course

teach the skills required to create architectural glass designs. Students learn how to join cut glass into a pattern using strips of lead to create a decorative art panel.

• Copper Foiling This, also a 5 lesson, 20 hour course, teaches the technique of wrapping pieces of glass in thin copper foil before joining them together with solder. The course provides all the material necessary to create a ‘Panel Form’ Tiffany lampshade.

• Fusing and slumping This 2 lesson, 9 hour course teaches the art of fusing, which is the technique for melting glass components together, and slumping, which is heating glass and changing its shape within a mould.

• Dichroic Glass A 5 hour course that teaches how to create jewellery pieces using dichroic glass – glass containing multiple micro-layers of metals or oxides that give the glass striking optical properties.

For further information and prices on any of the courses listed above, call Lava Art Glass Gallery and Studio on 9721 7213.

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Book Review

can use Google Earth to find the exact locations. To make the most of photo opportunities that may arise in these specific hotspots, there is a section at the back of the book with photo tips, including image depth and advice on the optimum time of day for the photo.

The images themselves are spectacular and vary greatly in their point of interest. There are vast natural landscapes, city scenes, bold colours, aerial shots, intricate details and patterns, the list goes on. Rains has produced a book that is not only a pleasure to dip in and out of but one that offers photography enthusiasts an unparalleled insight into creating great photography.

Available in all good bookstores now.

Pouring over the images in Australia The Photographer’s Eye, is a visual treat in itself but this beautiful book produced by awardwinning photographer Nick Rains has even more to offer.

Rains began his photographic career over 25 years ago in Europe and, since moving to Australia in 1990, he has focused on travel and landscape photography. He is all too familiar with travelling for weeks at a time throughout the wilderness in order to find a significant photo moment. And this is what provides the commonality for the images in Rains’ current publication; knowing where to look for the photo.

Every section covers areas from a state of Australia and Rains writes a short passage about why he chose specific places to photograph. He includes ‘photographic hotspots’ with coordinates so that the reader

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Book Review This, the first publication from Kate Zaknic, is a beautifully illustrated book about a young dolphin, Rina. Zaknic has based the story in Bunbury, the town where she was born and grew up, and her description of the local people and creatures show what an impact the area continues to have for her.

Reminiscent of an old Japanese tale, Rina The Dolphin is punctuated with meaningful sayings and words, almost like proverbs, that make the reader stop and ponder, perhaps inspired by Zaknic’s time spent living in Japan and through her marriage to her Japanese husband. During her travels of the world, Rina discovers Bunbury and meets a new friend in the form of a wise old octopus.

Throughout the story, the octopus guides Rina in discovering new experiences so that she can eventually understand the meaning of love and appreciation. Descriptions of the sea, stars, sun, creatures and human nature are wonderfully drawn and complemented by the vivid illustrations.

Aimed at children, Rina the Dolphin is sure to capture their imagination and is a perfect choice for reading aloud too. It is sure to inspire a trip to the local beach!

Win a signed copy of Rina The Dolphin Courtesy of author, Kate Zaknic, The Bunbury Life has twenty signed copies of Rina The Dolphin to give away to readers of the magazine. To be in the running to win one of these books, all you have to do is answer the simple question below:-

editorial@blueskymedia.net.au or post the answer to Kate Zaknic Competition, Blue Sky Media, PO Box 600, Mandurah, 6210. Please include a contact telephone number and your address. Closing date for entries is Friday, 1st August, 2014, one entry per person, please.

What is the name of the dolphin featured in Kate Zaknic’s book?

Rina The Dolphin is also available to buy at the Bunbury Visitor Centre and the Dolphin Discovery Centre.

To be entered into the prize draw, either email the answer to this question to 50

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Beauty Talk

By Niobe Gulley

application is used to target a specific skin concern. Professional skincare experts are able to tailor an effective regime and monitor and adapt it as necessary.

Embrace the new and effective way of ‘looking after yourself from the inside out’.

Niobe Gulley is the owner of The Beauty Shop and The Beauty Shop Beauty Room. Two destinations in one location in the Stirling Centre, Bunbury, for all your beauty needs. The Beauty Shop Beauty Room stocks the DMK range of products, the world’s number one salon based dermal skin care range. As the beauty professional’s product of choice, the brand has created one of the most advanced skin care systems on the planet.

Beauty is all about being the best possible version of yourself. Start off by looking after yourself from the inside out with a healthy lifestyle and positive outlook and the effects will radiate out giving an veritable glow to the skin.

Throughout life, however, various factors will affect how good skin looks despite all the best intentions a person may have. Ageing and sun damage, for example, can cause fine lines and pigmentation. Hormones, stress, injury, medication, pollution and hot and humid climates can also bring about undesirable skin conditions. There are plenty of products on the market that claim to lessen these skin concerns but many of them are superficial in their effects. This means that even if the skin has been exfoliated and prepared in advance, the product still lies on the top layer of skin and fails to reach down to the working structure of the skin.

To attempt to reach the skin’s full potential of beauty, a skincare regime must, therefore, go deeper than many over-the-counter skincare programmes can. If a real difference is to be made to the nature of skin, then products need to work deeper within the structure of the skin itself.

Over the years, skincare experts and scientists have found that they can make formulations that mimic the substances and chemistry of the body itself. Cells find themselves in their optimal conditions so they live longer and perform their functions better. They work as they would in a younger body and the skin starts to rebuild itself, the result being younger and healthier looking skin.

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What is Transfer Messenger Enzyme Therapy?

By Jeanette Elliott

Enzymes are present in abundance in our bodies. Living substances that regulate health, they work with certain minerals in the body to form a natural system of antioxidants that fight corrosive free radicals. Where some cosmetic facial treatments may only act on the surface of the skin, uniquely, Transfer Messenger Enzyme Therapy medi-facials work with the skin, and the enzymes within it, to correct imbalances. This leads to a strengthening of the structural integrity of the skin to create a healthy environment in which cells can live and thrive.

Transfer Messenger Enzyme Therapy works on getting skin kick-started again. Optimal skin functioning is the key to improving skin conditions and prematurely aged skins. This increases the cell metabolic rate and circulation, bringing a fresh, rich supply of nutrients, and allows the oxygenation of skin cells to aid tissue repair and regeneration. It also activates lymphatic drainage, eliminating toxins, waste material and free radicals.

So what can Transfer Messenger Enzyme technique achieve?

• age management • a dramatically improved appearance of dull, lifeless, sun damaged skin • the specific targeting of acne, congestion and rosacea • the long term maintenance of skin health • the preparation of skin for corrective dermal therapies At our clinic, our years of experience in skin care allow us to interpret the cause of

imbalances in the skin, thereby offering real, long term results together with the best professional, non-invasive clinical skincare systems and skincare backed by science. In short, our mission is to provide a whole approach to the healing and future health of the skin.

I believe that the human body is incredibly resilient and has the ability to repair itself. If you are healthy and strong you can have glowing healthy skin. Treat the inside as well as the outside and stop looking for a quick fix; there is no such thing. Eat well, exercise regularly, use good products and think positively. As a skin professional, I get great satisfaction from helping clients with their skin concerns by firstly chatting and getting to know them before finding out about any concerns. We really can provide life changing solutions.

Jeanette Elliott is a Dermal Clinician operating from the Greater Bunbury Medical Centre and works with the body’s own natural restorative and healing abilities to rebuild skin by encouraging its vital internal processes to function optimally. This enables skin cells to stay alive longer and perform at their highest potential, creating healthier younger looking skin and strengthening and restoring problematic skin back to good health.

Call today on 9791 7938 for a free no obligation consultation. Mention this article to receive 50% off your first enzyme medi-facial.

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Controlling Arthritis in Dogs

By Braden Collins

It is a sad fact that arthritis is an almost inevitable part of the aging process for dogs.

Age, weight, breed and injury can all contribute to this debilitating problem.

However, there is a great deal that can be done to delay the onset of arthritis and manage it when it has developed.

Weight control is one of the single most important considerations for keeping our pets healthy. A recent study has shown that overweight dogs will on average live for 3 years less than a dog of ideal weight. For an animal with a life-span of 10-15 years, this represents a huge difference and can be attributed to increased rates of severe arthritis, various cancers and other conditions, all of which can be caused by carrying extra weight.

It is the excessive weight putting a strain on joints that contributes to the development of arthritis as well as affecting how dogs cope with the condition.

Exercise is an important consideration for the development and treatment of arthritis.

Exercising vigorously when too young (under 12 months of age) can lead to damage within the developing joint, which, in time, will lead

to arthritis. Exercise involving regular twisting and turning, such as chasing balls, can also increase the risk of joint injuries once again potentially leading to arthritis. The main benefit from exercise when dealing with arthritis is that it helps with weight control (although diet plays the biggest role in this area) as well as maintaining muscle strength and joint movement. Low-moderate exercise without rapid turns, such as walking and running, is recommended.

Some breeds are also more prone to arthritis.

Large breed dogs, dogs with “bendy� legs, Retrievers and German Shepherds are among some of the breeds at a higher risk. For these animals, extra care with weight and exercise is important.

Fortunately, these days we are in a position to be able to do a lot more to help dogs with arthritis than ever before. At the Bunbury Vet Clinic, we run free weight loss clinics to help dogs lose those extra kilos. Most people whose dogs have lost their excess weight comment on how much happier and livelier the dog is.

And, of course, we now know the dog is likely to have a longer life too.

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A recent development has been the release of a medication onto the market that can help prevent or at least significantly delay the onset of arthritis. The older form of this medication was considered to be a treatment only. This new form is not only a more effective treatment but also a great preventative. I use this on my dog’s elbow problem and he has had no lameness since we started using it. This medication can be used from when the animal is young if they are at high risk or if they have had a joint injury.

When arthritis has set in, we use the WET principle to treat it.

W is for weight – we need to get the dog to an ideal weight, E is for exercise – the right amount and type of exercise is important, and T is for treatment – we have a range of treatments available to treat the existing arthritis and slow the progress of the disease.

Dr Braden Collins BSc BVMS CMAVA is Veterinary Surgeon at Bunbury Vet Clinic, 183 Blair Street.

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 6am and Saturday 8.30am to 12pm, the clinic also provides an after-hours emergency service. Call 9721 5999 or go online at www.bunburyvetclinic.com.au

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Restaurant Review Noovoh

With its idyllic Back Beach location and glorious outlook over the Indian Ocean, Noovoh is fast becoming one of Bunbury’s most popular eating out destinations. So does the food match the surroundings? The Bunbury Life decided to pay a visit.

Arriving for lunch on a warm autumn afternoon, and finding our table was positioned to take advantage of the magnificent views, we began by studying the wine list. With a wide selection of predominantly Western Australian wines on offer, the wine list also features a number of local producers from the Geographe region.

We decided to choose a bottle of G1-10 Chardonnay from Ferguson Valley-based Willow Bridge Estate - an excellent choice.

And so to the food. Served between 11.30am and 3pm daily, the lunch menu cleverly offers plenty of tasty choices to suit all requirements.

For those in a hurry, simply pop in and choose from a range of fresh and toasted sandwiches or if dining with kids, the Little Nippers menu is bound to keep the young ones happy.

However, for those after a more substantial lunch, there are some real highlights to savour.

With the kitchen expertly run by skilled Head Chef Myles Gilgumm and his impressive team, there are certainly no shortage of tempting dishes.

Having sampled the team’s unique take on garlic bread, a delicious portion of Homemade flat bread with garlic butter and parsley, we decided to try one of the restaurant’s signature dishes, Fish Cake Beurre Blanc. Served with a lemon and chive beurre blanc, buttered

spinach and topped with a free range poached egg, this fabulous dish not only looks great but is packed full of flavour. The perfect portion size to enjoy over lunch, its popularity is such that diners have been known to visit time and time again. We could see why!

Other lunchtime favourites include the generously sized Crispy Tempura Fish and Chips and the wonderful-looking Noovoh Burger and French Fries, both of which were clearly being enjoyed on a regular basis during our visit. The restaurant is also becoming increasingly well known for its delicious, fresh salads. These include a classic Caesar Salad, a Roasted Cauliflower Salad and Smoked Tasmanian Salmon and Prawn Salad amongst others. With the winter menu now available there are also some exciting new additions to try, including a traditional French-style Lyonnaise salad, served with confit of duck and blue cheese, a homemade Beef and Ale Pie, and chicken breast wrapped in prosciutto and served with parsley, gnocchi and provincial vegetables.

If you haven’t visited Noovoh yet, we can assure you that you are in for a treat. With its perfect setting, delicious food and impeccable service, it’s an experience not to be missed.

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Attention, wine lovers! In this issue, one lucky reader has the chance to win a mixed case of wine from Boyanup-based, Bonking Frog Wines.

Located on the banks of the Preston River, just 10 minutes from Bunbury, Bonking Frog Wines is a highly successful boutique winery that has been punching above its weight ever since its launch in 2008. Named after a particularly noisy fellow found around the vineyard, the Western Banjo Frog, known for its distinctive call of a loud “BONK”, the winery decided to take its nickname and follow its lead in standing out from the crowd. The sense of fun associated with the name also sums up the winery’s philosophy of making wine to be enjoyed and shared amidst good company and with good food.

The winery’s range now includes four styles of Merlot and one white. The Merlot range includes Summer Merlot, a dry Rosé; Winter Merlot, a medium-bodied dry red; Scandal Merlot, an off-dry red designed to be chilled; and the just released 2011 Paterson Reserve Merlot, which is an intense, full bodied wine that has spent 18 months in a mix of aged and new French oak barrels. The Foreigner SSB, a classic blend made from fruit grown in the Margaret River region, completes the line-up.

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Discovering the Geographe With Jake Atkinson

granted in the last year. The most current release from 52 Stones is the 2012 vintage Mwah Chardonnay, a fantastic example of how a skilled winemaker works. This excellent wine has a sweet butterscotch and honey aroma with a balanced, fresh grapefruit and brioche textured palate.

St Aidan has been a local favourite for quite some time now and Chardonnay has been the jewel in its crown. St Aidan makes a range of wines with Chardonnay from dry to sweet even a traditional method sparkling Chardonnay. The 2012 Chardonnay has been one of its most impressive wines to date with a new found level of complexity on previous vintages. The 2012 has an attractive caramelised citrus and lemon drop nose and a rich palate of confit oranges, vanilla bean, brûlée texture and subtleties of white flowers popping up throughout the palate.

If big bold Chardonnay is your thing, then it is hard to look past Ferguson Hart Estate’s Van Leeuwen Block Chardonnay, and Merv Hart kindly dropped in a bottle of his 2013 offering recently so we could have a look. The nose was a full whack of stone fruit and baking spices with a rich broad texture on the palate from mineral laden bacon fat to fresh lime zestiness.

This wine has great cellaring potential and will be great in years to come!

Next time you find yourself heading to the Ferguson, do yourself a favour and think, Chardonnay!

Jake Atkinson is Sommelier at Mojo’s Restaurant, Victoria Street, Bunbury.

Take a look at the Geographe wine region and you will find a huge variety of wine styles available to enjoy, with each sub-region now really starting to find its niche. A good example of this is to see how one particular variety has particularly flourished in the Ferguson Valley - Chardonnay.

There have been some outstanding examples of Chardonnay coming from the Ferguson in the last few years. And, what is even more encouraging is that there hasn’t been just one producer standing head and shoulders above any other. There is a group of producers making world class wines to a very high level.

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The Geographe Wine Region Welcome to our regular update on the news and happenings around the Geographe Wine Region.

2014 Geographe Wine Show

Including specific wine classes to search for the best wines made from alternative varieties grown in Western Australia, judging this year will be led by well-respected wine writer Jane Faulkner from Winematters. Bringing a wealth of judging experience to the show, Jane is wine writer for the Melbourne Age and Sydney

The Geographe Wine Show committee has recently announced the dates for the 2014 event with judging taking place over 2 days on September 24th and 25th. The judging process will then culminate with a gala awards dinner on 25th in Bunbury.

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Cellar door taking shape at Barton Jones

Morning Herald, a contributor to Gourmet Traveller Wine and judges the best wine lists and wine service award for the Age Good Food Guide. To complete the judging team, the show welcomes back Glenn Goodall, Chief Winemaker at Xanadu Wines, and Peter Bradbeer of Liquor Barons.

Online entries are now open and further information is available at www.geographewineshow.com There’s exciting news at Barton Jones Wines where its ... cont. pg 64

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Whicher Ridge Wines

long-awaited cellar door is now close to completion. Look out for further information on its opening in the August edition of The Bunbury Life. The winery has also recently been awarded a four star rating from Winestate magazine for its 2012 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc The Brilliant Cut following on from its award as Best White Blend at the 2013 Geographe Wine Show.

Mandalay Road has also recently been the recipient of an award from Winestate magazine. Its 2013 Sauvignon Blanc Semillon was awarded five stars in a ‘Best of the West’ feature published in the May/June edition.

Described as “a lovely long, balanced and harmonious wine with a powerful gooseberry nose showing a greener edge and great concentration of mouth filling fruit flavours with a great line of acid, “the wine was the only SBS or SB to receive a gold medal.

Donnybrook based Oakway Estate has announced the staging of the inaugural Sculptures @ the Vineyard in November of this year. Owner Wayne Hammond came up with the idea a few years ago after visiting wineries in the Mornington Peninsula wine region in Victoria and has been planning the event for ... cont. pg 66

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Many hands make light work at Willow Bridge Estate!

Vineyard 28 hosts its annual Wool Fest on the long weekend in June from May 31st to June 2nd. Arts and crafts made from wool by local artisans will be on sale at the exhibition and the cellar door will also be open from 10am to 5pm. Entry is free.

Whicher Ridge Wines has just released a new vintage of its flagship wine, the 2011 Elevation Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as its 2011 Frankland River Shiraz. The new wines were unveiled to visitors at its cellar door over the Easter period. To celebrate the release of the

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Dolce e Caffe at Cake Works Bunbury Homemade decadent sweets and raw food desserts, organic coffee, hot chocolate and T2 teas. High teas by booking.

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Janny’s Café Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and snacks, takeaway.

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Open 6 days 8.30am to 5.00pm, (Thurs to 8.00pm, Sat to 4.00pm) 22-26 Stephen Street

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L’amour de la Femme Australian/European cuisine using fresh local produce. Fully licensed.

Open Breakfast Sun from 8.00am, Lunch Wed to Sun from 11:30am, Dinner Wed to Sat from 6.00pm 18 Wittenoom Street Tel 9791 5504 www.lamourrestaurant.com.au

Lighthouse Beach Resort Enjoy magnificent ocean views, the Super Buffet Breakfast and full à la carte dining 7 days a week.

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Marlston Chinese Delicious, well-priced traditional fare in a friendly atmosphere with attentive staff.

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Mojo’s Restaurant Modern Australian with French bistro flair, WA Good Food Guide chic and amazing wine list. All day meals, popular wine lounge/bar.

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Natural Temptation Café Vegetarian food to feed your body and soul, fresh juices and fruit smoothies, coffee, organic tea, healthy sweets.

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Noovoh 1 Ocean Drive, Bunbury Magnificent beachfront location, fantastic sunsets, wonderful food deck. Dine inside or out, live music Saturday night and Sunday.

Open 7 days. Breakfast and Lunch Mon to Sun 8.00am - 3.00pm, Dinner Thurs to Sat 6.00pm - Late, Sun 7.00am - 4.00pm

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Orecchiette 10 Victoria Street Traditional Italian fare combined with friendly service, affordable prices and a great atmosphere.

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Rose Hotel Traditional bar and restaurant conveniently located in the heart of the CBD. Open Mon to Sat 12.00pm – 2.00pm and 6.00pm – Late, Sunday Bar only Victoria Street

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Sears Café All day breakfast and lunch, award-winning Merlo coffee, homemade cupcakes and macarons in a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

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Silos Restaurant & Bar The perfect spot for breakfast, a refreshing drink or a tantalising meal.

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The Creamery Homemade gelato, Italian coffee, homemade cake and fresh lunch rolls.

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