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A must see! Atrium Homes has four stunning luxury display homes currently open – The Bluegum and Promenade in Mount Pleasant, The Seabreeze in Coogee and our newest display The Resort in Applecross Each home exemplifies Atrium’s commitment to quality and excellence in design and construction, and showcases the superior craftsmanship and innovation Atrium is renowned for. From classic to contemporary, from a narrow lot design to a spacious family home, each display home is well worth a visit to experience the quality and attention to detail that goes into every Atrium Home. If you are planning to build a luxury home, you must come and see our displays or enquire about out complimentary design service.
Display Homes Open: Saturday & Sunday 1-5pm and Wednesday 2-5pm The Bluegum – 28B Moolyeen Road, Mount Pleasant The Seabreeze – 38 Sumich Gardens, Coogee The Resort – 60 Ardross Street, Applecross The Promenade – (Private Appointment Only) WH65845
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WHAT’S ON Perth Arena
700 Wellington Street, Perth Tel 6365 0700 www.pertharena.com.au
Sat 10 Dec Amy Schumer Live Sun 22, Wed 25 & Fri 27 Jan Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Tues 31 Jan Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds Sat 18 Feb Human Nature The Ultimate Jukebox Tour
Perth Concert Hall 5 St Georges Terrace, Perth Tel 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au
Fri 25 & Sat 26 Nov Asher Fisch & WASO: Stuart Skelton Sings Wagner Fri 2 & Sat 3 Dec WASO Presents: Handel’s Messiah
Wed 22 Feb José Carreras Performing with WASO Wed 5 Apr Dixie Chicks Sat 8 Apr Twenty One Pilots Emotional Roadshow World Tour
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Sun 23 Apr Barry Gibb
TH E U LTIM ATE J U KE B OX tou r
Sun 30 Apr Green Day
Sat 18 Feb
Perth Arena
Fri 16 Dec Jimmy Barnes Working Class Boy: An evening of stories and songs Sat 17 Dec Perth Symphonic Chorus Presents: Handel’s Messiah
Sun 4 Dec Australian Girls Choir Annual Concert
Sat 31 Dec Vienna Pops New Year’s Eve Concert 2016 With Mark Coughlan’s Vienna Pops Orchestra
Tues 13 Dec The Monkees 50th Anniversary Tour
Mon 13 Feb Ludovico Einaudi Plays Elements
Fri 10 & Sat 11 Mar WASO Presents: Trifonov Plays Tchaikovsky Thurs 16 Mar WASO Presents: Beethoven 7 Morning Symphony Series Fri 17 & Sat 18 Mar WASO Presents: Beethoven 7 Fri 31 Mar Kate Miller-Heidke with WASO Fri 7 Apr WASO Presents: Rule, Britannia: The Best of British Thurs 20 Apr WASO Presents: Asher Fisch Conducts Sibelius Morning Symphony Series Fri 21 & Sat 22 Apr WASO Presents: Asher Fisch Conducts Sibelius Fri 28 & Sat 29 Apr WASO Presents: Asher Fisch & The Zukerman Trio
Perth Concert Hall
Mon 13 Feb 18 WHAT’S ON
P e r t h T H E AT R E T R U S T 825 Hay Street, Perth | Tel 9265 0900 | www.ptt.wa.gov.au
Heath Ledger Theatre 174-176 William Street, Perth Tel 6212 9200
Fri 6 to Wed 25 Jan Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Children are invited to join performers on their quest to the bottom of the prehistoric ocean and ‘swim’ with aquatic creatures from bygone eras. Recommended for ages 5 plus. Fri 27 to Tues 31 Jan Room on the Broom A Tall Stories production adapted from the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Perth Concert Hall 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Tel 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au See listings on page 18
State Theatre Centre of Western Australia 174-176 William Street, Perth Tel 6212 9200 www.ptta.wa.gov.au/venues/statetheatre-centre-of-wa
Courtyard Club Fri 2 Dec Rock, Rattle & Roll Presents: Rusty Pinto and Band + DJs David Redding & Razor Jack Fri 9 Dec Siamese Dreams Presents: Rosemary Beads + DJs James Hall & Shannon Jenkins Fri 16 Dec Drastic on Plastic Presents: Lucy Peach + Drastic on Plastic DJs Fri 23 Dec Soulsides Presents: Randa and the Soul Kingdom + DJs Foxman & Big Ear Chad
P e r t h C u lt u r a l C e n t r e
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The hub of Perth’s cultural scene
Western Australian Museum www.museum.wa.gov.au
Closed until 2020 so displays are located in alternative venues, including, the Perth Concert Hall and the State Library of WA.
State Library of Western Australia Tel 9427 3111 www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Visit the Western Australian Museum’s new Discovery Zone - a fun space especially for the young and curious.
Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts 51 James Street, Northbridge Tel 9228 6300 www.pica.org.au
Until Sat 24 Dec When Happiness Ruled Kinetic sculpture by Pip & Pop, a Perth artist. View a magically animated and kaleidoscopic landscape in which mountains can move and objects become possessed.
State Theatre Centre of Western Australia Tel 6212 9200 www.ptt.wa.gov.au/venues/state-theatrecentre-of-wa
Thurs 15 Dec Scale Variable New Chamber Music Series Darkened Descent Ominous yet pensive combination of bass clarinet, percussion and piano. Sat 17 Dec Finley Awards Celebrating the best in amateur theatrical productions.
His Majesty’s Theatre 825 Hay Street, Perth Tel 9265 0900
Thurs 15 to Sat 17 Dec A Very Merry Christmas Cabaret John O’Hara, Gillian Cosgriff and Anthony Harkin perform favourite carols in 1950’s style. Thurs 11 to Sat 27 May West Australian Ballet Presents: Don Quixote
Art Gallery of Western Australia Tel 9492 6622 www.artgallery.wa.gov.au
Until Sun 8 Jan Dissenting Voices Exploration of the role art plays in reacting to world events. Until Fri 27 Jan Micro Galleries - Sky & Garden Artworks from the Wesfarmers Arts Collection following the idea of ‘large works in small spaces.’ Until Mon 30 Jan Unknown Land Experience WA through the eyes of the first European explorers and colonists. Until Sun 5 Feb Continental Shift American landscape paintings shown in the context of their Australian counterparts.
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Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth Tel 9338 0300 www.pcec.com.au
Sun 27 & Mon 28 Nov Bill Bailey Larks in Transit Sat 21 & Sun 22 Jan eBridal Wedding Expo 9.30am to 5pm Sat 28 Jan Steve Backshall Deadly 60 Pole to Pole Fri 28 & Sat 29 Apr PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue Fri 5 & Sat 6 May WASO Presents: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone In Concert
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Sat 3 Dec Pioneer Women’s Memorial An Evening with Missy Higgins and The West Australian Symphony Orchestra Sat 10 Dec Pioneer Women’s Memorial Rodriguez with Special Guest Russell Morris Thurs 26 Jan Australia Day Traditional 21 Gun Salute fires at noon from the State War Memorial and the Fraser Avenue precinct offers a viewing opportunity during the Australia Day Skyworks. Entry by gold coin donation to the Friends of Kings Park. Thurs 2 Feb Pioneer Women’s Memorial Simple Minds and The B-52s 20 WHAT’S ON
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155 Oxford Street, Tel 9444 4056 www.regaltheatre.com.au
Thurs 17 Nov to Sun 11 Dec Fawlty Towers Live The World Premiere Tour based on the BBC TV series and adapted for stage by John Cleese.
The National Theatre brings the best of British theatre, captured live in high definition.
Fri 10 & Sat 11 Feb Anh Do The Happiest Refugee Live! Stand-up comedy from Anh Do featuring real-life stories, photos and filmed pieces. Wed 8 March Midge Ure & Indian Electric Company Something From Everything Tour Fri 17 to Sun 19 March Cinderella Sat 1 April Swan Lake Performed by Moscow Ballet ‘La Classique.’
Sat 4 Feb 1pm No Man’s Land Starring Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart. Sat 11 & Sun 12 Mar 1pm Saint Joan Bernard Shaw’s classic play. Sat 1 & Sun 2 Apr 1pm Hedda Gabler By Henrik Ibsen Sat 6 & Sun 7 May 1pm Amadeus Peter Shaffer’s iconic play
M ID G E U R E & IN D IA N E L E C T R IC C OM PA N Y Wed 8 Mar Regal Theatre
OTHER EVENTS Fri 20 Jan to Sun 5 Feb Brighton Beach Reserve and Scarborough Amphitheatre Summerset Arts Festival Community arts and music. Information online at www.summersetartsfestival.com.au Sun 22 Jan, Sun 26 Feb, Sun 26 Mar Yokine Regional Open Space, Coolbinia Reserve Jazz in the Park Enjoy a picnic with traditional and swing jazz. Information online at www.jazzclubofwa.asn.au
Fri 3 Feb to Sat 25 Feb Quarry Amphitheatre, City Beach Western Australian Ballet Presents: Takuto: Ballet at the Quarry Fri 10 Feb to Sun 5 Mar Perth International Arts Festival Information online at www.perthfestival.com.au
Wed 29 Mar to Sat 1 April West Australian Ballet Centre 134 Whatley Crescent, Maylands Tel 9214 0707 Genesis Short bursts of dance in an intimate ballet experience.
Tues 21 Feb Domain Stadium Subiaco Road, Subiaco Guns N’ Roses Not In This Lifetime Tour Founders Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan regroup.
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700 Wellington Street, Perth Tel 6365 0700 www.pertharena.com.au
Basketball Sun 27 Nov Perth Wildcats vs Illawarra Hawks Thurs 1 Dec Perth Wildcats vs Brisbane Bullets Fri 9 Dec Perth Wildcats vs Melbourne United Sat 14 Jan Perth Wildcats vs Adelaide 36ers Fri 20 Jan Perth Wildcats vs Cairns Taipans
71 Grandstand Road, Ascot Tel 9277 0777
Sat 28 Jan Perth Wildcats vs Melbourne United Fri 3 Feb Perth Wildcats vs Brisbane Bullets Fri 10 Feb Perth Wildcats vs Sydney Kings
Tennis Hopman Cup Sun 1 Jan to Sat 7 Jan
Racing Sat 19 Nov James Boag’s Premium Railway Stakes Day Sat 3 Dec Peters Investments Kingston Town Classic Sat 31 Dec TABtouch Perth Cup
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WACA Ground Nelson Crescent, East Perth Tel 9265 7222 www.waca.com.au
Cricket KFC Big Bash Leauge Fri 23 Dec Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers Sun 1 Jan Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Thurs 5 Jan Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat Sat 14 Jan Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars
Victoria Bitter One Day International Thurs 19 Jan Australia vs Pakistan 22 WHAT’S ON
NIB Stadium
310 Pier St, Perth Tel 9422 1500 www.nibstadium.com.au
Soccer Sat 10 Dec Perth Glory vs Newcastle Jets Sat 17 Dec Perth Glory vs Sydney Thurs 5 Jan Perth Glory vs Wellington Phoenix Sat 21 Jan Perth Glory vs Melbourne Victory Sat 4 Feb Perth Glory vs Newcastle Jets Sat 18 Feb Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar
Sat 25 Feb Perth Glory vs Western Sydney Wanderers Sun 26 Mar Perth Glory vs Sydney Sat 8 Apr Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar Sun 16 Apr Perth Glory vs Melbourne City
Experience the WW2 Lancaster at the Aviation Heritage Museum of WA. Feel a little of what a WW2 RAAF airman experienced with your own personal Inside Tour of the Lancaster Bomber at the Museum.
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GALLOWS GALLERY OPERATING WITHIN AN ATTRACTIVE
light-filled space in Mosman Park, Gallows Gallery represents the work of some of Australia’s most prominent and successful artists. Displaying a diverse range of art forms, including painting, sculpture, glass and ceramics, its carefully chosen collection of exhibits also features artworks from many leading Perth-based creatives. Director of the gallery is Kathryn Stafford, a second generation art dealer with over 30 years’ experience in the art industry in both WA and overseas. With a strong passion for Australian art, Kathryn took over the reins of the business in 2010 with one simple goal in mind. “I wanted to create a gallery that redefines the way in which Australian art is bought and sold. A space where artists love to exhibit and buyers love to visit,” says Kathryn. The list of artists represented reads like a who’s who of the art world and includes Crispin Akerman, Andrew Baines, Greg Baker, Margaret Benoit, Nellie Crawford, Robert Dickerson, Tony Jones, Bronwen Newbury, Lori Pensini, Dave Spencer, Peter Usher, Linda Skrolys, Henryk Szydlowski and Lauren Wilhelm. In addition to its regular displays and exhibitions, Gallows Gallery also offers art valuations and advice for collectors looking to develop their collection. Further services include framing, delivery and hanging, conservation and restoration advice, and a wedding and gift registry for special occasions. Featuring a delightful courtyard, the gallery is available to hire for launches and corporate or private functions.
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UPCOMING EVENTS 24 Nov to 11 Dec Tania Ferrier and Abraham Dunovits 16 Feb to 5 Mar 2017 David McKay Harrison and Helen Forbes 9 to 26 Mar 2017 Geoffrey Wake 30 Mar to 23 Apr 2017 ‘Blaby’ Private Collection Exhibition 27 Apr to 14 May 2017 Peter Usher 18 May to 4 Jun 2017 Andrew Baines
Top Right: The Opposite Of Us by Lauren Wilhelm Bottom Right: Andrew Baines Located at 53 Glyde Street, Mosman Park, for further information on the gallery and upcoming events, call 9286 4730.
Representing Some of Australia’s Most Prominent and Successful Contemporary Artists Regular Exhibitions and Events Open
Tues to Fri 10am to 4.30pm Sat 12pm to 5pm Sun 2pm to 5pm Or by appointment
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A r t i tj a FINE ART A SHARED PASSION FOR ART
together with a deep respect for ancient indigenous culture and traditions led Anna Kanaris and Arthur Clarke to establish Artitja Fine Art. Specialising in Australian Aboriginal art sourced from remote and regional community art centres, over twelve years on, it has become one of Perth’s most reputable indigenous art galleries, renowned for its accessible and informative approach to collectors. Artitja Fine Art initially began in 2004 by holding pop up exhibitions in a number of different Fremantle locations and by conducting private appointments. Over the years, the business has built up a large enthusiastic following, and today, it continues to operate in exactly the same way. Word of mouth and a strong community connection have continued to see the business grow and, with their South Fremantle home adorned by numerous pieces of artwork, buyers enjoy a unique, personal one-on-one service in a relaxed environment. With an aim to connect different cultures through art, accessibility and affordability have always been the key. Artworks start from around just $200 and its wide range of artists includes acclaimed Noongar Bush Sculptor and Weaver Janine McAullay Bott, who has been represented by Artitja since 2006. In recognition of its achievements and in light of its continued loyal following, the gallery was recently awarded the Corporate Social Responsibility award at the 2016 Fremantle Business Awards. At a time of uncertainty about ethical sourcing and proper practice in indigenous art, the award was a welcome affirmation of the gallery’s values. Top: Antarrengeny Landscape by Selina Teece Pwerle Right: Unurupa Kulyuru Left: Frill Neck Lizard by Janine McAullay Bott
For further information on current artworks available at Artitja Fine Art, call 9336 7787 or 0418 900 954 or go online at www.artitja.com.au 26 ART & EVENTS | GALLERY SHOWCASE
Specialists in Australian Aboriginal art from remote and regional desert communities
Vicki Cullinan
Polly Ngale
THE GIFT COLLECTION: ART + OBJECTS. This exhibition includes licensed authentic gift lines which pay royalties to the artists as well as fine art to suit all budgets. Held throughout December in Fremantle. Visit www.artitja.com.au for more information
T 08 9336 7787
Making Cultural Connections through art‌ Winner: Corporate Social Responsibility 2016 Fremantle Business Awards
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CONTEMPORARY art SPACES MANDURAH COMTEMPORARY ART SPACES Mandurah (CASM) is a City of Mandurah-managed arts space providing a hub of activity and arts experiences for the local and wider communities. Located at the north end of the stunning Mandurah estuary it’s a key destination within its cultural district and features a large, naturally lit gallery, two artist studios, a large community workshop and a new locally supported gift shop. The gallery displays nine exhibitions a year, which include a mix of application shows, studio artists and City of Mandurah-managed projects. These include the annual Masterpieces Youth Art Competition and Exhibition, Wearable Art and Tiny Treasures Christmas Artists’ Sale. Two emerging artists are supported through the CASM Studio Residency programme for a period of twelve months as they progress their creative practice. The programme allows the artists to take risks and develop concepts or bodies of work in an engaging, inspirational and supportive atmosphere. Artists, facilitators and community arts groups are able to hire the workshop space on a regular or casual basis. The space is regularly used by painting, printmaking, portraiture, afterschool children’s programmes and art therapy groups as well as individual artists. The diverse, annual workshop programme offers lively community engagement and new skills to be learnt. Visitors can also discover unique, local, hand-crafted gifts at CASM’s new gift shop. Filled with small paintings, prints, ceramics, jewellery and gift cards, there’s plenty of choice to 28 ART & EVENTS | GALLERY SHOWCASE
Tiny Treasures Christmas Artists’ Sale 19 Nov - 18 Dec
Open Studio Collective 4 Jan - 2 Feb
Ambiguous Romanticism 10 Feb - 5 Mar
Biophilia 17 Mar - 9 Apr
Masterpieces 2K17 28 Apr - 21 May
suit all occasions. CASM operates five days per week with the support and assistance of local volunteers and artists. The volunteers are a dedicated and fun group of locals that are supported with professional development workshops. These provide regular opportunities for them to build their arts knowledge and gallery skills, including exhibition installation and sitting the gallery. CASM is a community hub of opportunity, support and inspiration found in the heart of Mandurah’s cultural district. For further information on any of its programmes, pop in, call the gallery development officer on 9550 3989, or go online at www.artspacesmandurah.com.au Located at 63 Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah, CASM is open Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm.
Artists from top to bottom Susan Hoy, Helen Coleman, Nigel Laxton, Denise Fisher, Molly Winters
EXHIBITIONS STUDIO RESIDENCY WORKSHOP HIRE WORKSHOPS GIFT SHOP CONTEMPORARY ART SPACES MANDURAH
mandurah.wa.gov.au/sorcasm
E M M A B LY T H OPERATING FROM HER GALLERY IN MANDURAH ,
Emma Blyth is fast becoming one of Western Australia’s most sought-after artists. Emma’s paintings express a passion for vibrant colours and her unique ability in translating Australian culture to canvas has struck a chord with both national and international collectors. Utilising large brushstrokes throughout her work, her paintings portray scenes from Australia’s rugged outback to the beautiful beaches and forests of Western Australia’s southwest. Her inspiration and love of the outback through her own extensive travels is plain for all to see. Spending months at a time camped on the back of a Ute, sketchbook in hand, mesmerized by the beauty of the landscape, her paintings are inspired by the waterfalls and gorges, turquoise bays and rocky islands together with the accompanying wildlife and flora. Australian wildlife features strongly throughout much of Emma’s work, romping across the canvas with a sense of fun and liveliness. Her stunning artworks, together with a range of prints and Australian-made art gifts, are available for sale in various outlets throughout Western Australia with regular exhibitions also held in Broome. Visit the Emma Blyth Gallery at 9 Smart Street, Mandurah, and experience your own slice of Australia’s vibrancy. Alternatively, discover an extensive portfolio of her work at www.emmablyth.com.au, or visit www.facebook.com/EmmaBlythArtist to get regular updates on what‘s happening in Emma’s studio.
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gallery paintings + prints + art gifts 9 Smart Street Mandurah WA open 7 days www.emmablyth.com.au
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D AV I D G I L E S AFTER A NEAR DROWNING EXPERIENCE in 1993 whilst
swimming in the Southern Ocean, David Giles felt propelled to follow his passion and began to paint. Since then, he has gone on to become a renowned artist with over twenty art awards and more than fifty solo exhibitions to his name, including shows in New York, Paris, Singapore, Bali and throughout Australia. Cited by The Sunday Times as “one of Australia’s most exciting contemporary painters” and the subject of an ABC documentary, How Art Changed My Life, Giles has also featured in the World Wide Art Books publication, International Contemporary Masters, and in numerous interior design and builders magazines. Based in Fremantle, he is also now the owner of three art galleries, The David Giles Art Gallery, Studio Ten and Studio Eleven. The David Giles Art Gallery hosts regular exhibitions of guest artists and showcases work by over twenty artists in the stockrooms. Studio Ten and Studio Eleven house eighteen artists in residence,
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including David Giles, Carol-Ann Huging, Tricia Maiorana, Jane Marie, Shezkaso, Alli Sylvestre, Penny Rulyancich, Ross Calnan, Ingrid Holm, Karen Neville, Liz Cooper, Jambo G, Michael Hara, Fefe Twaits and Gai Harley. Studio Eleven is home to the Freedom School where Giles runs his painting classes. Giles’ work has been described by art critic Sonja Vujic as “intuitive, spontaneous and inspirational”, and as “taking us on a journey into a complex, fascinating and evocative field of visual and poetic engagement.” Giles himself describes his work as “journeys into the limitlessness of the imagination, into the vertigo of the truly sublime.” Held in numerous collections worldwide, an original Giles painting is a timeless treasure and a mystical and wonderful addition to the interior design of any home or office. To view David Giles’ available works, go online at www.davidgilesartistudios.com.au
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Here’s your chance to own a piece of highly collectable art from one of Perth’s most highly regarded artists. A piece that will not only look great in the home but will be cherished by future generations for years to come. Courtesy of David Giles, one lucky reader can win a $3000 voucher that can be used to purchase any original artwork by Giles priced up to this value (excluding sale items). To view currently available artworks go online at www.davidgilesartistudios.com.au To win this fabulous prize, all you have to do is answer the simple question below:Where are David Giles’ galleries located? To be entered into our prize draw, either email the answer to this question to editorial@blueskymedia.net.au or post the answer to David Giles Competition, Blue Sky Media, PO Box 600, Mandurah, 6210. Please include a contact telephone number and your address. Closing date for entries is Friday, 28th April, 2017, one entry per person, please. Good luck!
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Book Review
S a b r i n a’ s Db y iS arb rti n ya h aDh n e e d s THIS LITTLE BOOK
packed full of useful information will transform how gardeners connect with their own patch of the natural world. It’s a simple, downto-earth, informative guide for all types of gardening requirements whatever the Australian climatic zone. Sabrina’s Dirty Deeds is the third publication from Sabrina Hahn. Hahn has been sharing her gardening nous on ABC radio in her own inimitable style for over 25 years as well as writing about it in her regular column in The West Australian. Bitten by the gardening bug at an early age, Hahn was just four years old when she began handpicking flowers and foliage from her grandmother’s garden to create her very own tiny gardens in baking trays. She later formally studied horticulture at Bentley TAFE and, since then, has worked in many different parts of Australia, getting to understand how soil types and climate affect how various plants are grown. Clearly passionate about plants and sustainable gardening practices, Hahn encourages fellow gardeners – both beginners and experienced types – to enjoy getting stuck in and getting their hands dirty in order to
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take pleasure in a garden that thrives. Month by month, Hahn gives ideas of what to sow, cut back, transplant, propagate or feed. She advises on how to rotate crops, how to control pests in an organic way, how to prune varieties of rose and how to partner up fruit trees for absolute fruiting success. Sabrina’s Dirty Deeds also covers how monthly chores can vary according to the various climate zones within Australia. It’s easy for gardeners to check her simple map and table to find out their climate zone and then read the relevant section to get the gardening advice they need. Sabrina’s Dirty Deeds is an amusing and chatty, nononsense book, reflecting Hahn’s fun and easy-going personality. Illustrations, charts, facts, tips and hints intersperse the text, helping to make everything easy to follow. With so much practical information packed into such a small format, Sabrina’s Dirty Deeds is the perfect companion for Australian gardeners, throughout the entire year.
Available now from all good bookstores, RRP $19.99. Published by Fremantle Press.
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Event Style LOCATED IN OSBORNE PARK , Event Style is one of Perth’s leading event organisers and event stylists. Its creative team, with its combined expertise of over 50 years in event management, function design and food and beverage, prides itself on offering a unique, highly personalised service to its clients. It’s a service that not only styles weddings, private functions and corporate events but also physically delivers every aspect of design, production and set-up to ensure the ultimate wow experience. The business is headed up by Robert Ottaviano and Egidio Squillace, both of whom bring enormous experience to their respective roles. With a natural flair for design and an eye for style, Robert oversees the planning, styling and set-up for each event. Beginning his career with family business Costa Azzurra, he oversaw its move to Hamilton Hill and a name change to Rialtos before running his very own function centre. He launched Event Style in 2011. “It doesn’t matter where the event is, the aim is always the same; a professional realisation of the customer’s dream. I thrive on delivering the unexpected touches that really make a difference,” says Robert. Overseeing the catering side of the business, Egidio enjoyed a glittering career in the restaurant business. Starting out in the Meridian Hotel, Rome, he helped the
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restaurant achieve a Michelin Star for eight consecutive years. He then relocated to Perth in 2005 where he became Head Chef at Il Principe restaurant before opening award-winning Julio’s in West Perth. “I am passionate about presenting an outstanding service. To move with the trends in food is exciting but to match these with the special dietary needs of our customers is incredibly satisfying. It is exciting to work so closely with the customer in developing a menu that really means something to them,” says Egidio. Its 2000sq metre Osborne Park showroom displays the very latest styling designs and offers plenty of ideas on how to add that finishing touch to an event. View a selection of furniture, accessories for hire, floral displays, lighting options and ceiling and wall drapery designs. There’s even a selection of dancefloors to choose from. Celebrating five years in business, Event Style is now the preferred supplier at a number of Perth-based venues and private residences. An avid attention to detail and a passion for creating stunning memorable events continue to see the company flourish. For further information on employing the services of Event Style, call 9446 8475 or go online at www.eventstyle.net.au
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trending this summer The latest fashion trends from North of the River’s resident fashion expert.
Vibrant colours, light silky fabrics and lots of movement – be inspired by this summer’s most daring and freshest fashion trends. Yellow is the colour of the moment whether canary bright, buttery pale or marigold rich. It symbolises warmth, energy and happiness and is the perfect choice as the colour of the season. Deliciously sugary pastels, good enough to eat, will trend in fashion too, such as candy pink, mint green, lemon chiffon, pale coral, taupe and soft hydrangea blue. These ice-cream, candy shades create a romantic and understated look – perfect for carefree sunny days. In contrast, expect to also see pops of rainbow brights, metallic and iridescent colours as well as, of course, white - quintessential for any fashion season. An element of movement is a must for many of the pieces this season - it helps to bring an outfit to life. Clever modern tailoring has been employed to bring delicate pleats, ruffles, folds and tucks to tops, skirts and dresses to create fluidity and amazingly billowy silhouettes. If you haven’t already done so, invest in this summer’s major on-trend piece - a micropleated skirt. Most of the hemlines for dresses and skirts will be mid to long, allowing the fabric plenty of freedom to flow so go for the length that best suits your frame. As usual, with glorious days and warm evenings, there are options to bare a bit of skin and, this season, 38 STYLE
it is the turn of the shoulder. There are plenty of off-theshoulder or strapless pieces to choose from, pieces that feature cut-outs or have open backs – look out for gorgeously dramatic, draped, open backs on dresses. There are also skinny bandeau tops that show off a section of skin and they balance beautifully with loose and voluminous shirts, jackets and pants. Boudoir-esque silk slips, which started to re-emerge back in winter, are now well into their comeback from the 1990’s when fashion icons, such as Kate Moss and Sarah Jessica Parker, wore them with a playful effortless vibe. They are a timeless fashion classic and are to be found in pastels, bright colours or metallics. Team a slip dress with a thin tee underneath or with a bomber jacket thrown over the shoulders for evenings. Seek out a light bomber in a wonderfully tactile fabric, such as silk, chiffon or satin.
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The Scagnetti Story 20 years of fine jewellery in Cottesloe SPECIALISING IN THE CREATION of hand-sculptured, classically-styled fine jewellery, Scagnetti Fine Jewellers have been a part of the Napoleon Street precinct in Cottesloe for over 20 years. Originally founded in Rome in 1988 by Adriano and Rita Scagnetti, the business relocated to Australia in 1996. Trained by the former Bulgari workshop manager in Rome, Adriano not only brought with him an extraordinary talent for design but also generations of family experience in the business. Today, continuing the family tradition, Adriano’s two sons, Vairo and Tayron, both third-generation Scagnetti jewellers, work within the business honing their jewellery design skills. Vairo is a certified designer within the Gemmological Association of Australia and Tayron has become one of the country’s best known jewellers having competed at 42 STYLE
WorldSkills Australia, the nation’s premier platform for showcasing trades and skills, winning the gold medal in 2012, Tayron was then chosen to represent Australia at the WorldSkills International Competition in 2013, winning the silver medal. As a certified diamond grader, Rita chooses only the very best GIA certified diamonds and the store also specialises in South Sea pearls, 18 carat handmade sculptural pieces, Italian chains and jewellery, Sterling silver frames and jewellery and Swiss watch battery replacements.
In addition to the design and creation of custom handmade jewellery, Scagnetti Fine Jewellers provides a repair service, remodels and restores jewellery and carries out pearl threading, evaluations and rhodium plating on site. Visit Scagnetti Fine Jewellers at 18 Napoleon Street, Cottesloe. STYLE 43
LIKING THIS SUMMER Belle & lee boutique
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This inspiring boutique located in the South Terrace Piazza in the heart of Fremantle is a onestop shop for fashion, shoes and accessories. Whether it’s an outfit for a special occasion, a romantic date or for a tropical getaway, discover an extensive hand-picked selection of clothing, handbags, jewellery and shoes. With the accent on style and ease, the store stocks some of Australia’s most sought-after brands, including Jessica Bratich, Sass and Fate, Spicy Sugar, Guess, Abrand, Limite, Lillyco, Hava and The Coconut Dream Candle Co. Also, find the latest collection from Galibelle, a handmade, Braziliandesigned women’s shoe brand whose uniqueness lies in the ability to purchase one sole and have unlimited possibilities from the interchangeable straps. For a casual, fun or sexy look, visit Belle & Lee Boutique where its stylists will be sure to make you look beautiful and feel comfortable all summer long.
Canadian Frank Lyman started as a salesman in the fashion industry at the tender age of 18, covering the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. Discovering almost immediately that he had a passion for fashion and especially design, today French-Canadian label Frank Lyman Design is an international success story and a sought-after international brand. “The woman wearing my designs is sure of herself, a little bit of a rebel who wants to be unique. Charming and audacious, to accentuate her femininity she loves to wear elegant dresses and whether she wears a tunic or leggings, she’ll always be seductive and exciting,” says Frank. To view the latest Frank Lyman Design collections, visit Sueno Fashion at Unit 7, 81 Waratah Avenue, Dalkeith.
Find the store at Shop 6, 26-36, South Terrace Piazza, Fremantle.
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Panache Living OWNED AND OPERATED BY husband and wife team Sue
and Shane Armitage, Panache Living is one of Perth’s must-visit shopping destinations. Featuring an eclectic mix of clothing, fashion accessories and homewares, this elegant and stylish store has been dishing up its own unique brand of retail magic for well over a decade. Initially run from home, the business opened its first store in the Swan Valley in 2003 before relocating to Guildford in 2011. Housed in the historic Padbury buildings, opposite the famous Rose and Crown Hotel, the store reflects the contemporary attitude, yet country living feel, of this much visited part of Perth. Personally travelling the world to source the unique, the exotic and the exclusive, Sue and Shane also seek out products from some of the very best Australian suppliers. Originality is the key to Panache Living and stock is carefully chosen for its quality of craftsmanship and affordability. In store, fashionistas can discover a stunning range of jewellery, handbags and shoes together with collections from leading fashion brands, including Metalicus, Elk, Fate and more. For men, there’s also a great range of fashion accessories alongside clothing from Elk for Men and Deva, Italian aftershave and deodorant from Acca
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Kappa, and leather and canvas satchels from Boheme. As well as its strong fashion heritage, Panache is also renowned for its distinctive range of furniture and homewares. Browse the collection of tables, sideboards, chairs and mirrors or indulge in the beautiful range of soft furnishings, lamps, clocks and candles. Proud of its reputation for providing a rarely-found ‘tuned-in’ customer service, visitors to the store are often greeted by Mia, Panache’s resident Jack Russell. Very much part of the business, customers have been known to travel to the store with their children just to say hello. It’s a reflection of the strong relationship that Panache has built up with its clients in an environment that encourages shoppers to relax and feel at home during their visit.
Open 7 days from 10am (Sunday from 11am), visit Panache Living at 112 Terrace Road, Guildford. To keep up to date on newly-arrived stock, visit the store’s Facebook or Instagram pages, call 6460 8299, or check out its new online store at panacheliving.com.au
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WA Designers
RENEE E VA N S FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIAN jewellery designer Renee Evans, design has always come naturally. Entirely self-taught, from a young age Renee began creating keepsakes and treasures for her loved ones and before her twentieth birthday, she opened her store, Emporium of Eshe in Bunbury. As well as her retail business, Renee has also created Bowerbird, her very own unique jewellery collection. Crafted with gold and rhodium plated sterling silver, the brand came to life after she received a generous inheritance from her grandmother – a treasure chest of exotic jewellery from her worldwide travels. Inspired by both the fragility and strength of nature, her latest Spring/Summer collection is another beautiful range of delicate intricate pieces. “The range is comprised of this eclectic compilation of feathers, insects and natural wonders. It’s made with the intention of each piece becoming a personal talisman,” says Renee. Bowerbird jewellery offers the unique option of customising selected items, furthering the concept of creating an heirloom collection to symbolise love and friendship, marking life’s journeys with personal remembrances. Gaining increasing traction in the fashion world, Renee’s pieces have been regularly worn by Jessica Mauboy, Courtney Eaton and Jesinta Campbell whilst often appearing in the pages of InStyle, Cosmopolitan and Cleo magazines.
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Jaguar F-Pace
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“... very much a Jaguar at heart ...” buyers by venturing into SUV territory - and that was ten years ago. Well, all good things come to those who wait and with the arrival of the F-Pace, Jaguar’s first ever SUV, the term fashionably-late has never rung so true. This is a huge departure for a brand that has built its reputation on producing a never-ending line-up of memorable sedans and coupés but it is a masterstroke. Just like the Cayenne and Macan have done for Porsche, the F-Pace is set to introduce a whole new market of buyers to the cat-inspired brand, so much so, in fact, that Jaguar is expecting the F-Pace to become its most popular model. And let’s not forget, although this might be Jaguar’s first foray into the market, sister brand Land Rover also happens to know a thing or two about building luxury SUVs. Yes, it’s an SUV but this is very much a Jaguar at 52 MOTORING
heart. Styled by renowned car designer Ian Callum, the F-Pace’s front grille is unmistakably Jaguar and although over 80 per cent of the car’s parts are new, the chassis and mechanical bedrock of the car is based on the recently launched XF and XE sedans. Most importantly, it has the looks and presence of a Jaguar with its stylish features and luxurious touches that include both 19-inch alloys and bi-function Xenon headlights as standard. The luxury flows through into the cabin with leather seats, climate control, electric front seats, Meridien sound-system and an eight-inch colour touchscreen also standard across all models. Available in Prestige, Portfolio, R-Sport, S or First Edition trim levels, the F-Pace is offered with three
engine options all with 8-speed automatic transmission. Kicking off the selection, and available on Prestige and R-Sport trims only, is a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo-charged diesel engine, delivering 132kW of power and 430Nm of torque. Cruising from 0-100km/h in 8.7 seconds, it achieves an impressive top speed of 208km/h. The second diesel in the range is a 3.0L V6 turbo-charged power-plant, delivering 221kW of power and 700Nm of torque. This powerful diesel surges from 0-100km/h in a healthy 6.2 seconds before reaching a top speed of 241km/h. Finally, the 3.0L V6 supercharged petrol engine will definitely get the pulses racing. Producing 250kW of power and 450Nm of torque, drivers will be propelled to 100km/h from a standing start in just
5.8 seconds while the brave will enjoy a top speed of 250km/h. With the comfort and adaptability of an SUV and the style and performance of a sporty sedan, the F-Pace remains true to the essence of what has always made Jaguars the great cars they are. Expect to see plenty on the roads.
For further information on the all-new Jaguar F-Pace, visit Southern Land Rover at 1286 Albany Highway, Cannington, or call 1300 853 894. MOTORING 53
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Lexus NX200t F Sport
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“... bold and unashamedly unique ...” The result is a stunning, eye-catching design melded with the very latest auto technology. It’s bold and unashamedly unique. Given the opportunity to take the AWD NX200t F Sport out for an extended test, it was the versatility, performance and driver-focused technology that really hit home with us. Developed especially for the NX, the punchy turbo-charged petrol option in the NX200t delivers 175kW at 4800-5600rpm and 350Nm of torque between 1650 and 4000rpm. All of this available power on tap meant the vehicle was nimble and responsive in city traffic but also poised 54 MOTORING
and effortlessly-smooth over longer journeys. Through its combination of impressive performance and precise handling on the roads, it was sometimes easy to forget
that the NX was actually an SUV and not a high performance sedan. One thing that can always be counted on with Lexus is the huge amount of standard equipment on offer. Much of what is seen as added extras when it comes to its predominantly German competitors is available as part of the package in even the entry level 2WD NX200t. Our F Sport model included adjustable sports suspension, ventilated front seats, a more advanced 360-degree camera system instead of the regular reversing camera, front and rear parking sensors, smart key entry and start, heated front seats, sat-nav and powered tailgate. The F Sport also came with a raft of interior features and finishes, including 18-inch alloy wheels, a special front bumper and grille package, F Sport steering wheel, gear lever, pedals and scuff plates and 10-speaker audio system. Buyers, and typically for the NX that means young families and executive couples, will also be reassured by the seemingly endless list of safety features available. The body structure of the NX has, in the event of
an accident, been designed to absorb shock and disperse energy away from the cabin while a total of eight strategically placed airbags are armed to deploy immediately. Our F Sport model also included Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert System, alerting drivers to unseen vehicles in adjacent lanes by illuminating a warning light on the exterior wing mirror. With a larger cabin that most of its rivals, the NX200t F Sport offers a combination of unbridled comfort, contemporary styling and typical Lexus luxury. Its new turbo-powered engine has also added an extra release of power right through the rev range. After a week in our possession, this was one car that was definitely hard to hand back! Priced from $61,864.90 drive away (NX200t AWD F Sport from $74,180 drive away). For further information on the Lexus NX range, contact Lexus of Perth on 9340 9000 or visit the showroom at 359 Scarborough Beach Road, Osborne Park. MOTORING 55
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“... one of the most appealing choices in its sector ...” Four years later, 2014 saw the release of an upgraded X3 and this current model offered a timely range of added extras and improvements in the face of increased competition in the market. Over $8,000 of additional value was added to some models in the range with a number of extra features originally on the options list standard at no extra cost. For the entry level models, the 135 kW X3 xDrive20i and the 140 kW X3 xDrive20d, standard features now included electric seats with memory function, Business Navigation system, Automatic Tailgate function and an upgrade to 18-inch alloy wheels. These additional extras complemented the existing standard features, which included rear view camera, front and rear Park Distance Control, cruise control with braking function, an interior mirror with anti-dazzle, Bluetooth 56 MOTORING
functionality and BMW radio with USB interface. For the top of the range petrol and diesel models, the 180 kW X3 xDrive28i and 190 kW X3 xDrive30d, a number of additional features were also added as standard, again, at no extra cost. Automatic Tailgate function (already standard on the X3 xDrive30d) was included together with Professional Navigation, smartphone connectivity (including extended Bluetooth functionality and voice control), an exterior mirror package (with anti-dazzle and folding function), Bi-Xenon headlights, Top View lumbar support and 18-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels. With the continued growth in luxury SUV sales worldwide, the X3 now finds itself in a very different world to the one it launched into over a decade ago. However, BMW’s mid-sized SUV remains one of the most
appealing choices in its sector. Both spacious and comfortable, it’s incredibly sure-footed on the road and awash with luxurious touches. Its economical TwinPower Turbo diesel and petrol engines also keep running costs extremely competitive. This pioneering SUV is still setting the standards.
For further information and pricing on the BMW X3, contact Westcoast BMW in Wangara on 9303 5888.
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Interior Design
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for each individual home. Take a look at the following trends for 2017 and make this summer the season to get colour right. Taking its cue from the fashion runways, yellow, a colour that exudes feelings of optimism and happiness, is set to be the next big thing in interiors. It can be eye-poppingly bright right through from pale to buttery, so it’s important to know how each shade can be maximised best. Strong bright yellow walls, for example, will appear garish and dazzling in sunny rooms so either tone the colour down with a pastel or paint the walls in a less showy colour and save the strong shade for accessories. Adding a stylish chair, piece of crockery, clock or cushions in a vibrant yellow is all that’s needed to bring interior spaces to life. Currently, there is a clear trend influenced by Nordic and Scandinavian interior design ideas with the focus on functionality, excellent craftsmanship and subtle elegance. Muted natural colours are the shades of
choice, particularly when paired with saturated dark blues. Walls in stone and soft grey-beige tones are a perfect backdrop for inky blue accents. There will also be tones of neutrals working together, such as shades of beige or the palest of champagne pink, and this adds a touch of welcome warmth to a home. For more impact, selected walls in deep blue-greens, khaki or dark blue will be ideal for showcasing framed black and white artwork. Or add shots of colour with pieces of furniture and accessories. The year ahead will certainly bring plenty of new colourful opportunities for the home. But if going bold still feels too daunting, try concentrating on painting around two-thirds of the wall space with a neutral shade. Then, use a darker or lighter tone of the neutral shade for features, such as an alcove, indented wall or skirting board, and accessorise with bursts of yellow, deep green or blue.
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ur glorious summer days and balmy summer evenings have always provided the ideal backdrop to relaxed outdoor living. Every year, we migrate to the outdoors over summer - the only thing that changes is how to incorporate the latest outdoor designs. With the trend towards smaller block sizes, this summer it’s all about functionality. Space outside is often limited so every square metre has to be maximised to serve is purpose. Let’s start with the outdoor furniture. An increasingly popular look is to add a hammock, two-person swing, hanging egg chair or a chaise longue to create a feeling of relaxation and comfort. This season, dining areas will also feature that relaxed feel. Chairs will include deeper cushions and luxurious fabrics and will incorporate a rocking or swivel movement, enabling guests to comfortably enjoy a long lazy lunch or drinks well into the evening. Furniture is also being updated with teak, stainless steel and concrete; materials that all work together for a solid, simple and modern look. As for cushions, throws and pillows, these will feature fresh and vibrant colours, including aquamarine, yellow, tangerine and neon brights. The idea of a low-maintenance entertaining space continues to appeal to homeowners. Try laying a concrete floor, composite decking or artificial grass – there will be no need to outlay time or money in upkeep in the future. Another favourite low-maintenance outdoor project is to add native plants, such as westringia, bougainvillea, kangaroo paw, cordyline, geranium and marguerite daisy. These plants are water-wise, easy to look after and very adaptable for landscaping. For a great source of information, take a look at the Water Corporation’s website for native plants that grow well in particular areas. Edible plants, such as lemon thyme, rosemary and sage, are also popular additions to any outdoor space. As well as being native, these plants are perfect for outdoor cooking too. Vertical walls are an ideal way to grow these plants as they save space, supress noise and the variety of colour and texture offers an attractive surround. Whatever your plans, now is the perfect moment to start. Outdoor living is with us again.
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ith its striking selection of unique and stylish furniture, homewares and accessories, new Dunsborough-based furniture gallery Fredrick Collection is a must-visit. Owner Chris Wheeldon has travelled the world to bring Fredrick Collection to the south west and the timeless mix of pieces on display offers an exquisite choice of furniture and design for the home. The gallery derives its name from Chris’ father, Fredrick. Born in an era of understated style, Fredrick was a man who prided himself on his appearance no matter what the occasion. Rarely seen without a suit and tie, a style and attitude created from an era of both hardship and fortitude, The Fredrick Collection draws inspiration from his legacy. His presence is also felt in the level of service provided at the gallery. The team is always proud to deliver old fashioned friendly service, by getting to know the customer, understanding their requirements, and tailoring design ideas to meet their needs. There’s a huge choice of styles available to choose from, including French Provincial, Hampton Coastal, Country Cottage, Shabby Chic, Vintage, Retro, Eclectic and Industrial. Fredrick Collection believes a home is inspired by the owner’s individual style and is a reflection of his or her personality. A blending of quirky pieces in the home creates interest and makes a statement about the owner’s personal taste. These pieces create a different story each time they are used or viewed. Decorating a home can, therefore, be an inspiring adventure and whether by mixing very different styles, or teaming an antique piece of furniture with a unique piece, or by adding beautiful ceramic vases or sculptures to create 62 HOME
interest, it’s a journey that should be enjoyed. By being prepared to be a bit different, and by introducing an element of warmth and charm into the home, a perfect balance is created between luxury, elegance, comfort and style, and it is then that the buyer’s true personality is reflected. Fredrick Collection is located at 905 Commonage Road, Dunsborough. Also, go online at fredrickcollection.com.au, or visit the store’s Facebook and Instagram pages to keep up to date with the latest news and arrivals. Open 6 days and by appointment, a layby service is available and a delivery service to Perth if pre-booked. Call 9759 1146 for further information.
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Ta l k i n g P r o p e r t y Buying, selling? Owner-occupier, tenant or investor? Here’s the inside view on the current property market from three of the area’s best known and most respected agents.
Gill Vivian
Vivian’s Real Estate The consummate sales professional, Gill established Vivian’s Real Estate in 2015 and specialises in selling property throughout the western suburbs. Whether it’s a high end riverfront mansion or a one-bedroom unit her sound local knowledge and proven track record guarantees results. Still getting a thrill out of every sale, Gill takes a special interest in encouraging young people to make their first purchase, believing it’s important to get into real estate ownership early. The mother of 2 children, Olivia, a former Olympian, and Trent, a director of the business, there’s also another member of the family, Chester, Gill’s Pomeranian, who can be found in the office.
Tony Young
Optimus Real Estate Operating in real estate since 2007, Tony is a director of boutique agency Optimus Real Estate, one of the longest established real estate agents in Perth, having formerly traded as Schwenke Young, The business was originally launched by his father, Robbie Young and today still operates out of Empire Village Shopping Centre, City Beach in recently modernised offices. Overseeing the day to day running of the agency, Tony has built a strong following in the local area and has numerous satisfied clients. He particularly specialises in the City Beach, Wembley and Wembley Downs areas.
Rhett Marron
Marron Real Estate Born, raised and living in the western suburbs, Rhett graduated with a Bachelor of Law degree before commencing practice as a lawyer in Perth, a career that also took him to London. While working as a lawyer, he found that many of the property disputes he acted for could have been avoided with the right advice. Using this experience, Rhett found a niche market for a real estate agent with skills as a lawyer to protect the interests of clients and to facilitate smooth real estate transactions. Today, as the Principal and Licensee of Marron Real Estate West he uses his negotiation skills honed as a lawyer to help clients achieve the best price for their most valuable asset – their home.
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PROPERTY MANAGER Bree Fox Efficient Courteous Motivated “Bree at Optimus manages our property for us while we live overseas. She has been nothing short of amazing, we couldn’t be happier with the service. Being overseas it was important to us we had someone we could trust to make decisions on our behalf if required or to give practical recommendations. Unlike other property managers we have come across, Bree actually does actively ‘manage’ our property. We would highly recommend Optimus to anyone.” J.Dyson (Lessor) Sept 2016 “The team at Optimus Real Estate are great! They manage our property seamlessly so we don’t need to, and always respond to our correspondence speedily”. K Smart (Lessor) Sept 16
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Where do you think Perth and particularly the suburbs north of the river are currently at in the property cycle?
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GV I believe we are still currently in an adjusting phase. There may be further adjustments at the top end of the market but that now seems to be moving, especially for the $1.5m plus market where buyers are seeing value and trading up. Some buyers may lose on the sale but, on the other hand, are gaining on the purchase.
TY Growth is most likely to be achieved in established areas where there has been significant capital expenditure on improvements to public and private amenities.
TY We are now towards the bottom of the cycle, which is why the smart money that has seen periods like this in the Perth property market before is now out looking for opportunities. RM In my opinion, we are currently in a state of rebound from the bottom of the cycle. Over the last few years the slowdown in the mining section has led to many people leaving the state, leading to high vacancy rates for owners of investment properties. Many have been listed for sale, causing prices to soften. However, with greater foreign investment in the eastern states, this market is now booming and WA has, as a result of this, become affordable again. I, therefore, expect to see the WA market bouncing out of its low period and northern and western suburbs to show solid signs of growth over the coming years. 66 PROPERTY | TALKING PROPERTY
What do you see as the key influences for growth north of the river?
GV I don’t expect see any substantial growth over the next three years or so but the western suburbs will remain popular suburbs to live in particular with families because of the private schools.
RM The push by the government to allow greater density of living has given greater opportunity to developers and an opportunity for more people to live in areas that would be otherwise unaffordable. We also believe that the desire for young families to obtain large residential properties and block of lands big enough for a garden and a pool for the children will drive growth.
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Are there any property hotspots north of the river that you expect to outperform the market over the next 12 months? GV The eagerness of buyers to live close to good schools continues to drive demand. For me Floreat is a great suburb due to its good sized blocks and relatively reasonable priced homes, however, in my opinion,
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middle-tier priced homes in Mosman Park are the best value in the western suburbs. TY I particularly like the look of City Beach due to the opening of the new surf club and associated restaurants and cafés. The area has further benefitted from the recent opening of the new Empire Shopping Centre on Gayton Road. RM Any property that is capable of being subdivided or that is likely to be able to be subdivided in the future will be highly sought after by both seasoned developers and private developers. These properties will also be popular amongst buyers as they will provide more affordable options in high demand suburbs.
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Do you see any change in the rental market over the next 12 months?
GV We find the market gets busier over the summer months with many students looking for properties, however, the market appears steady and I predict it will remain that way for the near future. For owners, presentation is everything and a discussion with an experienced rental agent is always recommended. TY I believe the rental market is set to stabilise. The end of the first homeowner grant will balance out the negative impact of the mining downturn. RM The rental market is showing signs of improvement for investors with days on the market and vacancy rates falling. In the western suburbs, we are averaging seven days on the market, which, given all the negative 68 PROPERTY | TALKING PROPERTY
press on the rental market, is very encouraging. This demand should slowly lead to better rental yields and also have a positive effect on the sale price of investment properties too.
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Looking into your crystal ball, where do you think property prices will be at in 2025?
GV By 2025, I expect prices should have gone up by between 25 and 35 per cent depending on the price of the property, although the high end will probably move a bit slower. I predict a shortage in supply of homes for the baby boomers. TY Notwithstanding the extraordinary anomalies of the last eight years, the best predictor of the future is always the past trends. Therefore, the old rule of thumb should apply with property doubling in value every eight years. RM I expect there to be a significant change in the density of living in Perth. More and more buyers will want to live closer to the city on large blocks of land, opportunities that will become increasingly rare. I, therefore, predict there will be a strong demand and high prices paid for large blocks of land (600sqm+) close to the CBD and transport routes. On the other hand, the significant level of high density construction, particularly in apartments, could lead to an oversupply of stock, resulting in high vacancy rates and low rental prices.
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Secure Apartment with Spectacular River Views 27/1, Riverside Road, East Fremantle $1.35m
This beautiful apartment located in the Sunny Side Apartments complex enjoys a stunning north-facing position with views over the river and Fremantle Harbour. One of thirty apartments in this secure complex and one of just two apartments on the floor, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment can be entered either via the lift or from the stairs. Offering exceptional living, the large master bedroom features a marble ensuite bathroom and plenty of wardrobe space whereas the other two bedrooms include built-in wardrobes. A separate bathroom also services the two minor bedrooms. The stylish kitchen, dining and lounge area features granite benchtops, wooden parquet flooring and plenty of storage space. With fabulous views over the river, the area opens out onto a large balcony, the perfect spot from which to watch the boats coming and going on beautiful summer days. Outside, a good-sized common area with barbecue facilities includes a fantastic below-ground pool with sunbeds. Secure parking and plenty of visitor car bays are also available. Close to The Fremantle Kiosk café and restaurant, the Tradewinds Hotel and a short walk to the George Street precinct with its shops and cafés, this apartment provides a fabulous lifestyle opportunity. For further details and to arrange a private viewing, contact Gill Vivian at Vivian’s Residential Real Estate on 0415 853 926. FOR SALE | PROPERTY 71
Beautifully Renovated Character Home
287 Hamersley Road, Subiaco $1.65m
There’s a very good reason why only two families have owned this home since it was built in the early 1900’s! Set on a 587sq metre block and surrounded by beautiful gardens, this character property boasts an abundance of living space and character features. With polished Jarrah floorboards, high ornate ceilings and picture rails throughout, the home includes a modern practical kitchen with quality appliances and granite benchtops, a large lounge room with gas log fire and a dining room that opens onto a spacious, cedar-lined, decked alfresco area through bi-fold doors. Four spacious bedrooms, including a master with ensuite, 2 modern bathrooms, a large laundry and an underground climate-controlled wine cellar, complete the impressive internal living areas. Outside, reticulated gardens with fruit trees, an outdoor storage shed and double lock-up garage also add to the appeal. Extensively renovated in 2010 and re-wired in 2013, the home also features ducted evaporative air-con and solar power. Close to a range of local amenities, there’s handy, rear gated access to Sadler Street. 72 PROPERTY | FOR SALE
For further information, contact Rhett Marron at Marron Real Estate on 0421 631 116. FOR SALE | PROPERTY 73
Natural Balance Urbane Projects
This magnificent home was built on the river’s edge at the end of a 100m long driveway. Backing onto Swan River Trust land, the westfacing block had a fall of 7m from front to back.
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With a brief to provide accommodation for both the owners and their teenage children, including separate living areas, the home also needed to be designed in a way that the owners could enjoy a comfortable retirement without having to use stairs. A solar passive design was used along with natural stone. Difficulties encountered during the build included lengthy delays in getting Swan River Trust approvals, challenging soil conditions and the solar passive design brief due to the orientation of the block. Extra consideration also had to be made for landscaping and materials that would withstand the harsh elements of the river, and for the challenges of building a livable space to suit four adults. Using a combination of natural stone and timber for flooring, wall cladding and cabinets throughout, the home features a central entry way that acts as a link between the two separate wings of the house. It also offers wonderful views of the Swan River framed by huge two-storey windows. For further information on building with Urbane Projects, call 9329 9560 or go online at www.urbane.net.au 76 PROPERTY | LUXURY HOMES
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The Resort Atrium Homes
This latest display home from Atrium Homes is in a class of its own. It’s a home of grand proportions and timeless classic features designed with a contemporary twist to appeal to today’s modern family. A spacious foyer with soaring ceilings, stainless steel lift and sweeping granite staircase lead through to the stylish living and entertaining spaces, which include an elegant lounge, a large home theatre and a glass-enclosed wine cellar. At the hub of the home is the expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. Here, no expense has been spared with the kitchen boasting stone benchtops, European appliances, plenty of storage and a separate scullery. The highlight of The Resort has to be the magnificent outdoor entertaining pavilion. This is true resort living! A fully-integrated outdoor kitchen features a barbecue, pizza oven, fridge, sink and granite benchtops, and there is an adjoining pavilion with a deep sunken spa. Completing the luxury is the guest bathroom with outdoor shower. Upstairs, an open sitting room provides access to four bedrooms and a large bathroom, and leads out to a generous covered balcony. The master bedroom has two walk-in robes, a large ensuite, freestanding bath and separate toilet and bidet. From the wallpaper to the polished wall tiles, the colours, finishes and textures are modern, subtle and innovative. “Atrium has a reputation for quality and attention to detail and the craftsmanship in this home is superb,” says Atrium’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Rod Dawes. “I especially like the mirror-finish, polished, stainless steel, cut-out panels on the external wall corners and fencing. They add a real touch of class, and look beautiful when lit at night.” The Resort is located at 60 Ardross Street, Applecross and is open Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 5pm and Wednesday 2pm to 5pm or by private appointment. For further information on this home or on building with Atrium Homes, call Rod Dawes on 0418 941 415. LUXURY HOMES | PROPERTY 79
Another Masterpiece Artique Homes
This inspiring Hillary’s residence created in the ‘American Hamptons’ style is another example of award-winning build quality from Artique Homes and Designer, Builder and Managing Director Malcolm Goode. Built over five levels and featuring a tower and a loft, this creative design, all achieved on a small lot nestled into the ocean-side environment, has been constructed with enduring class to withstand the passage of time. The home includes the subtle use of natural elements, such as stone and timber to the exterior, which continue through to the interior. Stone benchtops, timber Dado panelling, timber and stone flooring and a stone fireplace all combine to create this masterpiece. For further information on designing and building with Artique Homes, call 9240 1142, email enquiries@artiquehomes.com.au, or go online at www.artiquehomes.com.au 80 PROPERTY | LUXURY HOMES
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Malcolm Goode, Artique Homes For the best part of thirty years, Malcolm Goode and his team at Artique Homes have been designing and building some of Perth’s finest custom homes. With a reputation for immersing himself in each project from start to completion, no matter the size, Malcolm has been the driving force behind the company’s continued success. We caught up for a quick chat.
Q How did Artique Homes begin? A After moving to Perth as a teenager to study
design and building, I worked for a number of different architects and their builders before joining AV Jennings. Here, I worked my way up to Area Manager of Housing but eventually became somewhat disillusioned with the project homes industry. So I took a few months out and then decided to launch into Artique Homes. I wanted to pursue a career in a sector of home building whereby I could provide unrivalled, high quality craftsmanship and service but with absolute transparency to clients.
Q What do you do differently at Artique? A As Designer, Builder and Managing Director,
customers have just the one contact at Artique – me. No dealing with multiple staff every time you call up and no ideas lost in transition. Our homes are unique, crafted to achieve our clients’ desired result and built to an award-winning standard within budget. We take time to ensure both the home design and specification of inclusions are exactly to the client’s requirements and then, and only then, we develop a quotation, including all fully itemised site works, ensuring there are no hidden costs later. This provides peace of mind to owners, helping to build a strong, trusting relationship during the build.
Q What budget ranges do you cater for? A Our homes range from around $350,000
up to $4m in value. We cater for all budgets and, most importantly, treat each client as if they are the most important client in our business. Both Co-Director John Glorie and I are involved through every stage of the process, whatever the size of home. Strong client liaison and communication is the key to the process and this commitment to clients has resulted in almost 50 per cent of our business coming from repeat work or word-of-mouth referrals. A client can stay with us for life.
Q Do any projects stand out over the last 28 years? A Building twenty to thirty homes a year presents
a number of highlights and challenges and each home we build is as important and as memorable as the next. However, we did recently build a 3-storey beach-front home at Burns Beach, which took up the majority of the block, necessitating the installation of an electronic turntable to allow vehicle access to the garage at the rear. One of the project’s major challenges was the property’s lack of onsite storage, requiring materials to be delivered on the day they were due to be used. The house’s location on the beach also prevented any high level works once the sea breeze commenced. However, we planned every single aspect for the client and also produced a detailed building programme, which we do with all clients, so that they could monitor progress. I believe we are the only builder in Western Australia that does that.
For further information on designing and building with Artique Homes, call 9240 1142, email enquiries@artiquehomes.com.au, or go online at www.artiquehomes.com.au 82 PROPERTY | LUXURY HOMES
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Perry Lakes Estate Daniel Cassettai Design
This Daniel Cassettai Design home in Perry Lakes Estate may be minimalist in design but it is massive on impact. The brief was to create a high impact, wow factor home without the use of too many different colours and materials that was both contemporary and timeless. The unconventional, yet simple front elevation is emphasised by an exposed steel fascia that borders the home, framing the balcony and the home’s entrance in a bold fashion. The strong, simple, structural elements of the home (brick, timber and steel) have been exposed in the front elevation so that the form rather than additional feature materials is the focus of the overall design. The challenging triangular site provided the opportunity to explore some unusual design ideas to exploit its dynamic shape. This allowed the visually dominant garage to be moved to the rear of the lot creating extra opportunities to articulate the front
elevation. This resulted in the design of a flexible gym and living area that overlooks a plunge pool in the front setback area. A formal entry and void area above the stairwell leads directly into the main focus of the home, the upstairs living area. This features an open plan kitchen, living and dining area that transitions, via floor to ceiling stacking doors, to a large north-facing balcony; the main outdoor living area. The balcony also features a roof with louvres that can be adjusted according to the sun’s path. The master bedroom, large dressing room and luxurious ensuite conjure images of a world-class hotel suite and bedrooms two and three plus a further bathroom are in a separate wing, creating distinct parents’ and children’s zones. For further information on designing a home with Daniel Cassettai Design, call 9201 9993 or go online at www.dcdesign.com.au LUXURY HOMES | PROPERTY 85
Parent Visas U n d e r At ta c k ! B y J a c q u i U r e , O p e n D o o r M i g r at i o n
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ake sure you apply as soon as possible for your Australian Parent Visa because they are under review - a euphemism for ‘about to go through a radical change.’ A recent Productivity Commission report identified that each Parent Visa granted costs Australia between $350,000 and $420,000. This report was quickly followed by an announcement from the Government that it was conducting a review of these visas to find out what exactly the Australian people wanted. This included a suggestion that a temporary five year visa for parents of Australians might be introduced. However, what I didn’t hear the Assistant Minister for Immigration mention was that the Temporary Parent Visa comes with the suggestion that the Australian sibling would be responsible for their parents’ medical costs while on this temporary five year visa. So, what happens at the end of this five year period? Are residents supposed to pack their parents back off home with their medication to a country they have not lived in for 5 years, where they may have no contacts and may not be eligible for medical or social benefits once they return? We expect the review will recommend a massive increase in the costs of Parent Visas and some options
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will disappear entirely. So be sensible. Act now while the cost and conditions of this visa are still reasonable. We expect the change to happen in the first half of 2017. Currently, six different types of Parent Visas can be accessed by parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents where 50 per cent or more of their children reside in Australia. Current costs of a Contributory Parent Visa are $43,600 per person and from the figures released this would seem to be the bargain of the century. It is important to make the correct choice of visa as getting it wrong at this stage would be disastrous. Open Door Migration is a Western Australian based migration company with extensive experience in all areas of migration and all types of visa. The team is headed by Jacqui Ure, who has 20 years’ experience in the field. The team recognises that everyone has a unique set of personal circumstances and and uses its skills and knowledge to ensure that each case receives up to date, appropriate and accurate advice pertaining to the circumstances of the case. Call 9474 1308 or email mail@odmvisas.com.au for further information. Quote PARENT REVIEW to receive a $250 discount on a Parent Visa application.
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tips for feeling fit and fabulous If you have put on a few extra kilos over the cooler months, there’s still time to tone up. And the good news is there’s no need to take drastic measures! Just follow these simple tips and you can still look great on the beach this summer! Be aware of what you are putting into your body. Keeping a food diary makes it easy to pinpoint how those extra kilos were added and at what times of the day you slip into bad habits.
Whatever you eat, eat it slowly as it takes up to twenty minutes for the brain to register the feeling of being full. Consider how much is on your plate and, if necessary, buy smaller plates if it helps!
Eat breakfast to kick start your metabolism. This will also help reduce the cravings for a quick muffin or sugary snack while you are out and about.
Include a little of what you fancy every now and then. It’s unrealistic to imagine that you’ll never eat chocolate again. If treats are completely banned, they become all the more desirable and could lead to you falling off the healthy wagon completely.
Plan and prepare snacks in advance. If there is a fruit salad, a smoothie, nuts or carrot sticks readily prepared, it is easier to bypass the biscuit tin. Drink more water. Sometimes thirst can be mistaken for hunger so have a glass of water before choosing to snack. Cut back on calorie-packed alcohol and, of course, give up smoking. Indulge more in food that is particularly good for you. Eat blueberries, raspberries and apples for their vitamin C and antioxidants (why not buy frozen fruit and use for smoothies), avocados for vitamin E, oily fish for omega 3, greens for calcium and potassium, and tomatoes as they can increase energy levels. 88 HEALTHY LIVING
Find time to get active. Schedule it – little and often - into the week. The cheapest and easiest activity is walking. Find a route with a hill and focus on putting energy into every step. Go swimming, cycling, or try something new, such as a team sport. Take a friend along so that you’re less likely to find an excuse not to go. Stress can lead to weight gain through increased appetite, and being stressed doesn’t help the way you look. Block off time in the week to meet up with a friend, take a yoga class, dance to a CD, or book in a massage. And finally, reward yourself with new fitness gear, a pedicure or massage and enjoy your new-found radiance!
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stablished in 1999 by Margaret and Keith Willcocks, Greenwood Yoga Academy has grown to become one of Perth’s leading yoga businesses noted for its excellence in both yoga classes and courses. “Having previously taught yoga in the Greenwood area for over 15 years, on establishing the academy in Wangara, the name of the business was derived from its history and its associations with the practice of yoga,” says Margaret. “Green, being synonymous with plant life, relating to natural growth, life force and relaxation,
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and wood being the fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk and branches of a tree used for fuel. This relates to the eight limbs of yoga and the fire created within our body through our physical practices of asana and pranayama (poses and breathing techniques). Therefore, with green wood also being associated with flexibility, the name Greenwood was a natural fit!” The academy is dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. It promotes that yoga is the ancient science of life, which offers therapeutic and dynamic practices to help people gain a better understanding of themselves. Over a short period of time, through the regular practice of yoga, people experience a noticeable improvement in their general health, with aches and pains alleviated, improved sleep
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and a better enjoyment of life. The friendly experienced teachers at the academy help to identify the type of yoga practices best suited to clients from the range of classes available for beginners, ongoing, restorative, yin/yang and dynamic flow. The academy’s focus for classes is to ensure clients gain a safe, enjoyable and inspirational experience whilst gaining a sound understanding of the techniques and fundamentals of yoga. The purposely designed, spacious and relaxed academy, which is fully equipped and air-conditioned for comfort, is very welcoming to everyone who attends either on a casual basis or registers for a complete 10 week term. Greenwood Yoga Academy is also a Registered Training Organisation (RTO51556), which delivers a government accredited training course for students seeking to train to become yoga teachers and yoga therapists. The current ‘52792WA Advanced Diploma of Holistic Classical Yoga Practices’ training course is the only government-accredited training course in WA and the only course for yoga therapists in Australia. Participants in this course gain invaluable knowledge of and skills in yoga techniques for enhancing people’s well-being.
Classes, Courses & Workshops 52792WA Advanced Diploma of holistic classical Yoga practices.
Located at 12-14 Baretta Road, Wangara, for further information on classes, class timetables or to simply getting started on the yoga journey, phone Greenwood Yoga Academy on 93423355 or go online at www.greenwood-yogaacademy.com.au
12-14 BARETTA ROAD, WANGARA 6065 enquiries@greenwood-yogaacademy.com.au www. greenwood-yogaacademy.com.au
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or over thirty-six years, Morley Rollerdrome has been the place in Perth to get your skates on. A family activity that offers endless possibilities, roller skating is the perfect sport to do with the kids. Family time is sorted and everyone’s happy! Whether skating for fun or skating for fitness, the centre’s regular skate sessions provide a perfect solution for everyone. On weekends and during school holidays, general sessions run from 10am to 12pm, 12pm to 2pm and 2pm to 4pm. Evening skate times are also available on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm to 9pm. All sessions have a mix of great music and skate activities to keep everyone rolling and the kids entertained. If new to rolling or if slipping the wheels back on after a break from the sport, Morley Rollerdrome offers a variety of skating options. Classes run every Saturday and Sunday from 9am with the first hour under the guidance of experienced coaches, who help to improve
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skills, and the next two hours offer the chance to practise and skate socially. Skaters are then able to progress from these initial classes to the sports side of skating with artistic skating, speed skating and roller derby all catered for at the venue. The Rollerdrome is also a popular venue for children’s parties. Fully catered and self-catered options are available and children’s entertainment is provided. Special events and theme nights occur regularly throughout the year from Halloween and Christmas shows to Nerd Skates and the famous Sci-Fi Nights. Go online or check Facebook for the latest news. Roller skating is so much more than just about having fun. Regular skating improves aerobic fitness, tones and works pelvis, hip and leg muscles, improves endurance and reduces body fat. Join the kids and get fit, have fun and make new friends this summer. Located at 95 Catherine Street, Morley call 9276 9870 for further information.
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Good Reads
bucking the trend chris rogers
Hardie-Grant Books
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ormer Australian, Western Australian and Victorian opener, Chris Rogers has recently announced his retirement from the sport. His last first class game for his English county team, Somerset, saw him score a century in each innings; a fitting way for this gritty batsman to bow out of the game. Now, Rogers has released Bucking The Trend, a story that highlights his fierce determination and hunger to succeed in the sport. Most Australian test players do things a certain way. Get into the Australian cricket pathway early, go to the Academy, keep the game simple and avoid tinkering too much with technique. Not Chris ‘Buck’ Rogers. Instead, Rogers forged a career in cricket in his own distinctive style, learning from his mistakes and imparting that wisdom to others. In many ways, he was a throwback to a different era when players spent as much time with their clubs, states or counties as they did with the national side. Bucking The Trend is the story of a journeyman cricketer who, after one test at the age of 30, took another five years to regain his place in the Australian side. What followed was a rollercoaster ride, featuring emotional centuries in three Ashes series while skirting
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disaster with a series of blows to the head at a time when they are feared more than ever. His road to the
top was far from straightforward and there is a rare richness in this cricketing tale.
Available now in all good bookstores – RRP $45.00.
The Wrong ’Un: The Brad Hogg Story With Greg Growden Penguin Books
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orn in Narrogin, George Bradley Hogg is one of cricket’s most recognisable personalities and at 45 years old he continues to be the cult hero of the Big Bash League. On the eve of the new season, having chosen to leave the Perth Scorchers and join up with the Melbourne Renegades, The Wrong ‘Un offers a fascinating insight into this popular character. From his childhood cricket obsession in rural Western Australia to the day he donned the baggy green, Brad Hogg overcame numerous setbacks and bouts of self-doubt. During a seven-year gap between his first and second Test appearances, he turned his hand to a variety of jobs, most famously hitting the streets as a postie. Through persistence and enthusiasm he won his way back into the national team, and was twice part of Australia’s champion World Cup winning sides. After retiring prematurely in 2008, he returned with a bang in 2011, starring in the BBL and once again being selected for Australia. For the first time, Brad reveals his remarkable journey from the bush to the MCG and beyond, and from crippling insecurity to hard-won self-acceptance. It’s a memorable book, at times even confronting as Hogg discusses his perilous state
of mind after his early retirement and marriage breakdown in 2008. However, equally unpredictable
and hilarious, it’s an inspirational story of a man who will never give the game away.
Available now in all good bookstores – RRP $29.99 SPORT 95
Restaurant Review
PEKO PEKO with stores south of the river in Attadale and down south in Dunsborough, Peko Peko first began serving its freshly made takeaway food on St Brigids Terrace, Doubleview. Specialising in creating delicious authentic sushi and Asian-influenced cuisine using only the finest and freshest of ingredients, a visit to Peko Peko is always a treat. Fresh is an over-used word when it comes to food-related marketing hype but here you can taste the freshness of the food in every mouthful. Sushi is actually made not once but twice a day so you can always be assured that you will be eating something that has literally just been created. We popped in for a lunchtime bite and began by sampling the selection of fabulous miso soups. Available in three different flavours, Salmon and Pumpkin, Chicken and Tomato and Moroccan Lentil, these make for a great starter or healthy lunchtime snack. Quite delicious! Next on the menu for us was a gluten-free Seared Salmon and Avocado rice paper roll. Low in carbs and high in nutrients, these light and flavoursome rolls are best enjoyed with one of Peko Peko’s tasty dipping sauces. Miso ginger was our flavour of choice. Again, excellent! We, of course, had to try some sushi and the Teriyaki Chicken with Avocado, the restaurant’s most 96 FOOD & WINE
popular option, was an immediate choice. Served with turmeric rice instead of the standard white rice, this new added rice option, which is available with all sushi rolls, provided an extra depth of flavour as well as a unique twist to a favourite dish. There’s also a healthy brown rice option for all sushi rolls. To finish with, we tucked into a superb Chicken Salad. One of four different salad options on the menu including Vegan Noodle, Avocado and Prawn, these gluten-free dishes are the perfect healthy choice. They also make for an ideal summertime meal. Serving deliciously fresh food prepared by highly qualified chefs, Peko Peko is truly a unique takeaway experience. Owners Samantha and Troy Bottegal have designed this store to offer health-conscious customers access to high quality cuisine, combining both speed and quality of service. Offering an extensive range of lunch and dinner options, together with a catering service serving a fantastic array of platters, the Doubleview store is open 7 days for lunch and dinner. Open 7 Days 8.30am to 8.00pm 172 St Brigids Terrace, Doubleview Tel 9245 5077 www.pekopeko.com.au
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Fully licensed casual-dining Italian restaurant, seating up to 80 people, serving fresh, made to order meals Enjoy pasta, seafood and chicken dishes, thick tender steaks and desserts Come in for a meal, a tasting plate, a coffee or a drink or take home one of our delicious dishes
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Erin Cerinich, Director of Operations, The Herdsman AS THE FRESH-FACED LEADER of The Herdsman, Erin Cerinich has hit the ground running. A third generation member of this family-owned gourmet grocer in Churchlands, she plans to continue the tradition of fresh produce and high quality cuisine. Erin intends to stay true to the family values and original philosophy on which The Herdsman was built with a renewed vision of modernising the business. What are your earliest memories of The Herdsman? It’s not so much one particular memory, it’s more about a feeling that I have. The Herdsman has always been a warm and inviting place for everyone, including me. As a child, along with my sisters, I would be collected from school to be brought here. When we arrived, we would be greeted by the team, who would take us to help out with odd jobs while mum and dad finished off for the day. I would often sit in a big crate listening to stories about the orchards and market gardens while cleaning onions or bagging the apples that had arrived from the growers that day. It was probably around that time that my love for food and The Herdsman began. What can a new visitor to The Herdsman expect? A food lover’s delight! Many of my fondest memories involve food, sitting down with family and friends connecting and creating special memories. Entering our store is the beginning of that journey. Our aim is to create a warm experience and friendly environment. The amazing array of colours and the sweet aromas that fill the air are something not unlike what you would find in the market gardens, I can’t get enough of it. We have worked tirelessly to find that perfect balance of fresh produce, the finest of culinary selections and specialty lines to excite any foodie. We are proud to house one of Perth’s best florists, a gourmet butcher and fishmonger to make us a onestop destination. Our team of dedicated foodies are there to help and will 98 FOOD & WINE
make sure that every person leaves with a trolley full of Perth’s freshest and finest produce. What are your top product picks for Christmas? Christmas is my favourite time of year; it’s so special to me. Food is what brings it all together; our store is filled to the brim with really exquisite options for family gatherings. From the farm direct designer flower centerpiece, to my great grandma’s traditional pudding and everything in between, we provide the complete Christmas experience. The perfect gift for the foodie in your life has to be one of our specialty gourmet hampers. Containing our top grocery lines, handselected and carefully gift packed, they are an absolute must. What are you planning to bring to the business? Herdies has been with me all my life, being a third generation owner, it’s in my blood. My team and I are always exploring new ideas and flavour combinations through research and cooking tests each week. Nothing reaches the shop floor until we have tasted it. With increasing competition, we have recently appointed an expert product buyer, who is solely dedicated to sourcing unique, local boutique products. Bringing exclusivity to The Herdsman has added real value to our brand. The team constantly builds lasting relationships with suppliers and loyal customers so we can listen, learn, and be on top of the latest trends. Our store is an exciting place to be with numerous new and enticing items hitting our shelves every week. The future of The Herdsman is looking bright.
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Bar Culture
CANTON BAR there’s an increasing choice of small bars in and around the Perth CBD but there’s nothing quite like Canton Bar on Hay Street with its stylish Chinese décor, contemporary fit-out and spacious chic interior. It takes a bit of finding but, once experienced, its intoxicating mix of dumplings, cocktails, craft beers and unusual spirits is hard to ignore. Located upstairs behind an imposing red archway and door, this popular city haunt encompasses an intriguing past. Located on the site of Canton Chinese Restaurant, the original Chinese restaurant in Perth, the upstairs space was also home to one of Perth’s most visited gambling dens before the opening of the Crown Casino. Reopening in 2008 as one of Perth’s first small bars, the current management took over the premises in 2012 and have created one of the CBD’s most unique night time experiences. With its musical backdrop of lounge beats and underground hip-hop, along with occasional live jazz sets, the range of alcoholic concoctions is quite unlike anything to be found locally. Featuring an enticing mix 100 FOOD & WINE
of Chinese and Asian-inspired cocktails, hard-to-find wines, spirits and Japanese whiskies, the bar is also home to a increasing range of craft beers and guest beers that are rotated on a regular basis. To complement the range of drinks, the Asianinfluenced menu features a delicious range of quick bites, which are ideal for sharing. Choose from Beef Pan-Fried or Seared Asian Green Dumplings, the Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Buns), Uncle Tony’s Chinese Jerky, and Fried Prawn Wantons to name but a few. Many of the dishes are both suitable for vegetarians and glutenfree. Available for hire for both private and corporate functions, don’t miss the chance to visit this unashamedly-individual, gem of a bar this summer. Located at 532 Hay Street, Canton Bar is open Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 12pm, and Saturday 6pm to 12pm. For further information on venue hire, call 9325 8887 or go online at www.cantonbar.com.au
Recipe
quinoa summer salad If you have yet to discover the delights of quinoa, then this Mexican-influenced recipe is the perfect place to start. The delicately nutty seeds are so simple to prepare – it’s similar to cooking rice – and then, it’s just a matter of combining all the ingredients. Makes 4 large servings or 6 smaller servings as a side dish
Ingredients Salad 150g quinoa (white, red or black) 1 green capsicum, chopped 1 red capsicum, chopped 2 avocados, chopped 3 large tomatoes, chopped 400g can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 4 spring onions, sliced
Dressing 1 tablespoon olive oil juice of 1 lime 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 green chilli, seeds removed and finely chopped 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves salt and pepper
Method
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in running water in a fine strainer or cheesecloth. Drain. Place quinoa in a saucepan and add 300ml water. Cover and bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa starts to look transparent and has released little white sprouts. You may need to lift the lid a little to prevent boiling over. Chill the quinoa until cool. In a large bowl, mix together all the dressing ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add all the salad ingredients and mix well.
City-based lounge bar serving dumplings, cocktails, craft beers and Asian whiskey Open Tues to Fri 3pm to Midnight, Sat 6pm to Midnight Available for function hire 532 Hay Street, Perth 9325 8887 E: info@cantonbar.com.au www.cantonbar.com.au
Picturesque setting right on the water’s edge – Ideal venue for functions or weddings 21 Spinnaker Blvd, Port Geographe Marina, Busselton P 9751 2960 W www.thedeckmarina.com.au
OPEN 7 days from 9.30am to Late (Sunday breakfast from 8.30am to 10.30am) Fully licensed
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Wine Regions of WA
The GEOGRAPHE The alternative road south by anne mazza
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hile motoring south on that wellworn highway between Perth and Margaret River many travellers will be unaware of the fact that they will be driving through the largest and most diverse wine region in Australia, the Geographe. Curving south along the coast of Geographe Bay from Harvey to Busselton, and extending inland over the Darling Range to Collie and Donnybrook, the Geographe wine region is home to about 40 vineyards. Most of these are small boutique businesses and many have picturesque cellar doors set amongst beautiful rolling valleys and majestic jarrah forests. Touring the Geographe offers a very personal wine discovery experience because almost every winery in the region is family-run. Which means when visiting the cellar door, very often the person behind the counter will be the same person that prunes the vines, picks the grapes and produces the wines. Being such a large region, the Geographe has a large variation in soil types and micro climates, which translates to ideal growing conditions for many grape varieties. Generally, the area is best known for the traditional French varieties of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. However, The Mediterranean climate also makes the area perfect for growing less well known varieties from Spain, Portugal and Italy. There are over 1600 varieties of wine grapes in Australia and the Geographe has many small producers who are experimenting and pioneering the production of alternative varieties. The emerging popularity of these ‘new’ wines encouraged the Geographe Wine Industry Association 102 FOOD & WINE
to hold the first Alternative Varieties Wine Show in Western Australia in September with renowned wine writer Jane Faulkner as Chief Judge. The show was a great success with entries from around the state and a number of gold medals were won by local producers. Tempranillo was the strongest alternative variety class with gold awarded to Willow Bridge Estate, Mazza Wines, St Aidan Wines, Bakkheia, Green Door Winery and Harvey River Estate. Other alternative wine producers to win medals included Smallwater Estate for Zinfandel, Ferguson Falls Estate for its Tempranillo blend and Mandalay Estate for its Durif. For more information on this burgeoning wine region, go online at www.geographewine.com.au
Willow Bridge Estate
The largest winery in the Geographe wine region, Willow Bridge Estate is a family owned business operated by principals Jeff and Vicki Dewar, who bought the picturesque 180-hectare hillside property in 1996. Situated high on the western watershed of the Ferguson River, the vineyard has spectacular views over the coastal plains. The environment, climate and soil types set the area apart from the more traditional wine growing regions of the state and provide an environmental combination never previously utilised for the production of premium wines. With a vision to produce premium, quality varietal wines for both the domestic and international market, in less than a decade the estate has already produced an impressive array of outstanding wines, the most notable
BUSSELTON’S LOCAL CELLAR DOOR Wine Tasting, Petanque and Wine Sensory Garden Open Thursday to Monday 200 Chapman Hill East Road, Chapman Hill WA 6280 Ph 08 9753 1394 www.whicherridge.com.au
5 Star and Dark Horse Winery James Halliday’s Wine Companion 2015
Spanish and Portuguese red wine varieties grown in the Geographe Region of Western Australia TEMPRANILLO • TOURIGA NACIONAL • BASTARDO GRACIANO • TINTA CÃO • SOUSÃO
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Willow Bridge Estate being the classic Black Dog Shiraz. In addition to that, at the recently held Geographe Wine Show, the winery swept the board picking up numerous awards together with six gold and three silver medals. The awards included Wine of the Show and Best Red Wine for its 2015 Gravel Pit Shiraz, Best Rosé for its 2016 Rosa De Solana together with Trophies for Most Successful Producer and Excellence in Winemaking.
Whicher Ridge Estate
Located on the north facing slopes of the Whicher Range, a short drive south of Busselton, Whicher Ridge Wines is fast making quite a name for itself. Owned and operated by Neil and Cathy Howard, the artisan winery produces small quantities of single variety, single vineyard wines using traditional winemaking practices. Named as one of Australia’s Ten Dark Horse wineries in the prestigious 2015 James Halliday Wine Companion, the winery also received a 5-star rating from Halliday in the 2015 and 2016 Wine Companion. James Halliday comments, “The quality (and value) of the wines produced is quite exceptional. When you factor in their collective 40 plus years’ experience, their 7ha estate vineyards, and the purchase of high quality grapes from Frankland River, it begins to make sense.” The Whicher Ridge Wine Sensory Garden is also a must visit. The only one of its kind privately owned in Australia, it has featured in Gourmet Traveller Wine magazine, Australian Country and Country Style. Engaging all five senses of sight, smell, touch, hearing and taste, it features plantings themed to each wine variety and is situated alongside the cellar door. Finally, 104 FOOD & WINE
visitors to the winery can also participate in a game of pétanque. One of the fastest growing participant sports in the world, it is closely associated with wineries and cellar doors in other wine growing regions in Australia and Europe. Located at 200, Chapman Hill East Road, Chapman Hill, for further information, follow the winery on Facebook or go online at www.whicherridge.com.au
08 9325 8887
CRANKED COFFEE
08 6161 0730
City-based lounge bar serving dumplings, cocktails, craft beers and Asian whiskey.
Creative café meals and Fiori coffee in a relaxed space with large alfresco area.
Open Tues to Fri 3pm - Midnight, Sat 6pm - Midnight (Closed Xmas Day to Mid-Jan 2017) Fully Licensed
Open 7 Days 6.30am – 4pm (Sat from 7am, Sun from 7.30am) Fully Licensed/BYO
532 Hay Street, Perth
Shop 5, 106 Oxford Street, Leederville
www.cranked.net.au
www.cantonbar.com.au
THE DECK
08 9751 2960
LA CASETTA
08 9383 7877
Modern Australian cuisine with European influences. Picturesque setting right on the water’s edge. Ideal venue for functions or weddings.
Family-owned Italian restaurant offering a la carte and casual dining and takeaway.
Open 7 days from 9.30am - Late (Sunday breakfast from 8.30am - 10.30am) Fully Licensed 21, Spinnaker Boulevard, Port Geographe Marina, Busselton
Open Tues to Sat 5pm – Late Fully Licensed SMS reservations to 0439 901 458 298 Cambridge Street, Wembley
www.thedeckmarina.com.au
NATURAL TEMPTATION CAFÉ
www.lacasetta.com.au
08 9791 2559
Freshly-made, natural produced food to feed the body and soul. Fresh juices, fruit smoothies, coffee, organic tea and healthy sweets. Open Mon to Fri 7.30am - 5.30pm, (Thurs - 6pm), Sat 8am - 4pm
08 9243 8000
Open 7 Days 10am – 9pm Fully Licensed Shop 52, 28 Southside Drive, Hillary’s Boat Harbour
47 Stephen Street, Bunbury
www.ninosfishbar.com.au
www.naturaltemptation.com.au
PEKO PEKO
NINO’S FISH BAR & CAFÉ
Casual waterfront dining with sensational seafood, a fully licensed bar and great coffee.
08 9245 5077
SHARKY’S
08 9534 8825
Gourmet eatery and catering. Fresh, healthy Asian-inspired food all day every day.
Fully licensed and family friendly. Serving delicious food from traditional fish and chips to reef and beef, great coffee and cake.
Open 7 Days 8.30am – 8pm
Open Mon to Fri 10am – Late, Sat & Sun 8am – Late
172 St Brigids Terrace, Doubleview
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Shop 1, 4 Zephyr Mews, Mandurah Ocean Marina
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BUNBURY SEAVIEW APARTMENTS
205 Ocean Drive, Bunbury Stunning new luxury short-stay apartments situated on Bunbury’s breathtaking Back Beach. Rooms 42 Studio, 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments Room Rate From $150 to $400 Guest Facilities Free Wi-Fi, undercover parking, outdoor pool, new café Ocean 205 open 7 days from 6am-10pm.
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95 Gifford Road, Dunsborough Dunsborough’s premier beachfront location. Rooms 24 Villas Room Rate $230 - $480 Guest Facilities Swimming pool, children’s playground.
08 9756 8885
MANDURAH MOTEL & APARTMENTS
110 Mandurah Terrace, Mandurah Centrally located resort complex with a mix of traditional motel-style rooms and fully self-contained apartments. Ideal for a family getaway, romantic hideaway or corporate retreat. Rooms 30 Studio Rooms, 13 fully self-contained Two Bedroom Apartments Room Rate Contact resort Guest Facilities Function centre, lagoon-style swimming pool, half-size tennis court, mini putt putt, Sunbreakers Restaurant open 8am to late, room service also available.
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Corner Clifton & Molloy Sts, Bunbury Beautifully appointed suites and rooms for the corporate to leisure traveller. Rooms 49 Room Rate Standard $138, Semi-Executive $165, Spa Room $165, Executive Spa Suite $195, Grittleton Lodge $215, senior discount and seasonal specials (rates are subject to change, please call to confirm) Guest Facilities Air conditioning, tea and coffee, Foxtel, ensuite, iron, hair dryer, internet.
www.theclifton.com.au
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ISLAND BROOK ESTATE
DUNBOROUGH BEACH COTTAGES
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THE CLIFTON AND GRITTLETON LODGE
08 9582 9488
LAKESIDE HOLIDAY APARTMENTS
7388 Bussell Hwy, Yelverton Tranquil, self-contained chalets positioned within the forest behind the vineyard. Centrally located in the Margaret River wine region. Rooms 3 Chalets Room Rate Midweek and weekend packages available Guest Facilities Spa bath, Molton Brown toiletries, free Wi-Fi, complementary bottle of wine, reverse-cycle air-con, full linen and towels, quality furnishings, fully-equipped kitchen, gas BBQ and outdoor setting, TV/DVD/CD, Bluetooth Marley audio, bush walks.
www.islandbrook.com.au
08 9755 7501
WHALERS COVE VILLAS
3 Lecaille Court, Dunsborough Beachfront accommodation and walking distance to Dunsborough. Rooms 16 Villas Room Rate From $290 - $610 per night Guest Facilities Full kitchen, laundry, spacious lounge and dining area, BBQ and outdoor setting, wood heaters, TV & DVD.
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08 9755 3699
RIVER RESORT VILLAS
1 Lakes Crescent, South Yunderup 1 Tatham Road, South Yunderup 4 star fully-furnished apartments close to the Murray River. Budget family accommodation on the lake by the Murray River. Rooms 28 Two Bedroom Ensuite Apartments (Lakeside), 22 Two and Three Bedroom Villas (River Resort) Room Rate Contact resort Guest Facilities Swimming pool, heated spa, pool table, tennis court, kids’ playroom.
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