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Anglers unite in Evans Head Evans Head Fishing Classic
Professional fisherman and first-timers alike gathered recently in NSW’s Northern Rivers Region for the 21st annual Evans Head Fishing Classic. Held from the 8th to the 15th July, the event is held each year during the 2nd week of the NSW school holidays and attracts anglers from all over the country, who are keen to compete for more than $90,000 worth of prizes.
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Major sponsors this year included Wilson Fishing Tackle Specialists and Gamakatsu, with the major prizes on offer including a Stessco Softride Boat (congratulations Daniella Rudd!), a Hitachi Package (congratulations Glenn Hitchens), a Nifty Boat Package (congratulations Jason Harrison!), a Mega Atomic Pack (congratulations Brendan Norman!) and a House Boat package (congratulations Glenn Armstrong!), all kindly donated by businesses in the local area. There were also a number of random, daily prize draws and over $19,500 in cash for winners of the various fishing categories.
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The event was also a fantastic opportunity to raise money for local community and sporting groups, and a number of local businesses and community groups lent a hand sponsoring, volunteering and supporting various stalls, activities and exhibits. This year, the Evans Head Fishing Classic also partnered with the Boaties Group mobile media team (check out their online magazine, Liquid Life and Leisure), who provided informative updates throughout the week via their website and mobile Boaties App. Adult anglers could compete in one of two categories, the Eligible Species (dead) category, which included taylor, teraglin, cobia, mulloway, pearl perch and yellowtail kingfish or the Eligible Species (live)
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category which included snapper (catch, photo & release), bream, whiting, flathead, dart and luderick. Cadets (from 13 to 17 years) and juniors (from 4 to 12 years) also had the choice of snaring bream, whiting, flathead, dart and luderick. The event this year was overseen by committee-appointed weigh master, Andy Phipps, who has been heavily involved in the fishing industry for almost 20 years and has M.C’d the Boyne Tannum Hook Up for the past seven. Andy was accompanied by Lindsay Doust. For those preferring less fishy pursuits, the event also hosted a heap of activities for the kids, including casting competitions, fishing clinics and sausage sizzles and adults could also have their share of fun viewing the variety of
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Keen to participate next year? Keep abreast of all the updates via the Evans Head Fishing Classic website, or drop them a line (pun intended!) via their contact page.
Holiday in Evans Head And so you don’t miss out on any of the action, make sure you plan next year’s Evans Head holiday adventure early. Evans Head has a range of accommodation options from campsites to hotel accommodation. A few of our favourites include the Koinonia Camping Grounds, North
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exhibits and displays and enjoying the High Tea and Wilsons Charity Bowls Day. All in all, the event was a resounding success – for competitors, visitors and the local Evans Head community alike.
Coast Holiday Park, Evans Head Bowling Club, Woodburn RSL and Hotel Illawong. While you’re there, why not make an extended holiday of it? There are heaps of great activities around this beautiful location, including bushwalking, wildlife spotting, swimming, surfing, kayaking and boating (you can even hire a boat or book your own professional fishing tour). There are also a variety of local restaurants nearby (try the Bowlo, Heng Lee Restaurant, Vespas on Oak or the Chill Café) ready and waiting to soothe those hunger pangs (or coffee craving) after a day of outdoor activity.
Plan next year’s escape now!
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FIVE WAYS TO SAVE BY SHARING A YACHT Sharing a yacht is just one of the many ways to get out on the water. Find out what you can save by choosing a shared yacht ownership program.
1. Save your time
The constant demands of family and work in your life leave little room for the significant time required to maintain and service a yacht. When your yacht is professionally managed, you can spend your time enjoying the thrill of sailing instead of the time intensive tasks such as cleaning, repairing and servicing the various components. At the end of your sailing adventure, you can simply lock up your boat, step onto the pontoon and start planning your next journey.
2. Save your money
Yachts are expensive to purchase and maintain. Many people say that BOAT is an acronym for “Bring Out Another Thousand”. Sharing the cost of purchasing and maintaining a yacht through a syndicated ownership program, will afford you access to a much larger and
newer boat than what is otherwise affordable. In addition to sharing the regular costs of boat ownership such as berthing, insurance, regisration, antifouling and engine servicing, you can share the costs of expensive repairs or improvements with your fellow syndicate owners. 100% of the benefit of the repairs and improvements is offered for just a fraction of the cost.
3. Save the environment
a yacht requires teamwork, cooperation and communication. Unlike other lifestyle hobbies like golf or tennis, sailing can be enjoyed by couples and brings them closer together. The negative aspects of boat ownership such as cleaning, repairing and servicing are removed by shared ownership programs meaning your time on the yacht is relaxing and enjoyable for you and your partner.
The rise of marinas and the associate infrastructure required to service them places a significant strain on natural resources and the environment. Likewise, significant resources are required to build and maintain the many yachts that do nothing but sit in the harbour for most of the year. Multiple sailors sharing one boat, one marina berth and one set of marina infrastructure is good for the environment and natural resources.
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You’ve had that dream of getting on a yacht and sailing off into the sunset. The reality of household expenses, mortgage repayments, school fees and retirement savings are major obstacles to achieving this dream. Shared yacht ownership allows you to realise your dreams without breaking the bank.
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INTRODUCING THE INTEGRITY 380 SEDAN TO YACHTSHARE Yachtshare is Queensland’s largest and most successful yacht syndication company and is preparing to launch its first motor yacht, the Integrity 380 Sedan in September 2016. The Integrity 380 Sedan is an impressive motor yacht offering the seakeeping ability of a sailing yacht combined with the ease of use and comfort of a displacement cruiser. With remarkable fuel economy, ample accommodation and classic styling, the Integrity 380 Sedan is certain to be a popular addition to the Yachtshare fleet.
coastal passage or a week of cruising the Broadwater an easy proposition. There are a host of features standard that would otherwise be add-ons on similar motor yachts. The Integrity 380 includes all the bells and whistles such as a reverse cycle air conditioner, 4KW genset, induction cooktop, Fusion sound system, Raymarine autopilot, Garmin GPS navigation, bow and stern thrusters and a host of additional extras. The specifications are impressive to say the least.
Featuring wide walk around decks, twin cabins and a massive saloon, the 380 Sedan ticks all the boxes for those wanting to entertain family and friends in style and comfort. With convertible saloon and cockpit tables, the motor yacht can sleep eight and includes a well-appointed galley with full cooking facilities and twin refrigeration units.
Combined with Yachtshare’s walk-on/walk-off service and comprehensive yacht management program, the Integrity 380 Sedan offers the ideal power boating platform for Moreton Bay, the Broadwater and beyond.
Powered by a dependable John Deere 225HP diesel engine, the Integrity 380 Sedan can cruise comfortably at 8 knots using just 10 litres per hour of diesel. A massive 1140 litre fuel tank offers incredible range making a
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Shares are available for $54,990 with a low monthly service fee of just $595 per month.
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With a wide range of New and Used boats on site, insurance and finance, full workshop facilities, huge tackle and boating accessories shop – our friendly staff are always ready to assist with all your boating needs. On-site boat storage, fuel, launch and recover service, hire boats and much more – all packed into our waterfront premises.
Ph: 07 3372 2740 Mob: 0439 717839 www.reelrepairs.com.au dhreelrepairs@bigpond.com
Reliable reels are maintained reels. D & H Reel Repairs have been servicing and supplying parts for all types and makes of fishing reels since 2002, from our base of operations in South East Queensland. This workshop is well equipped and able to handle any sized job.
Services include: Reel Servicing & Reel Repairs Spare Parts • Drag Upgrades Electrical/Electronic • Engine Servicing + much more!
SKINNER MARINE was established in 1969 in Grafton, Mid North Coast NSW. Staffed with an experienced and commited team, we strive to supply the highest standards in both products and customer service. SKINNER MARINE only stock quality products from quality suppliers. All our products are genuine and from leading brand names that dominate the boating and marine industry. Our suppliers reputations have been built on years of consistent quality and high standard of workmanship, so you can rest assured that a product purchased from Skinner Marine, will be one you can rely on.
We specialise in providing insurance solution for you and your business. Citadel offers solutions for the following insurance products: • Business Insurance • Professional Insurance • Property Owners and Strata Insurance • Marine Liability, Hull and Cargo Insurance • Trades and Construction Insurance • Commercial and Private Motor Vehicle Insurance • Income Protection Insurance
Call the team on 0418 661 403
www.thewetseat.com Call 02 9724 9499 Made m m 4 . 2 m o fr UV safe neoprene The Wet Seat is highly water, abrasion and chemical resistant, easy to clean and very comfortable to sit on all year round.
Hire a Caravan motorhome or Camper Trailer 2016 Jayco Expanda 18.58-2 OB $140 / Day + GST Location: Ringwood, VIC You’re looking at our Brand new 2016 Jayco Expanda 18.58-2 Outback Expanda which is available for hire from August 2016. With a range of optional extras and upgraded solar and ensuite this amazing family Caravan will help you explore the beautiful country we live in. 2016 Ezytrail Lincoln LX $100 / Day + GST Location: Merrigum, VIC 2016 Ezytrail Lincoln LX camper trailer. This is your answer to “glamping”, but don’t be fooled this is a true off-road vehicle. It is a hard floor camper with 2 double beds and also a lounge which turns into a third double bed. 2011 Oztrail Marlin Camper Trailer $65 / Day + GST Location: Nundah, QLD This 2012 Oztrail Marlin Camper Trailer is a great Hire package for anyone wanting to experience Tent style camping but with more home comforts. The Camper has a trailer top Double bed and 4 more can sleep in the other parts of the camper. 2013 Jayco Sterling $130 / Day + GST Location: Rockhampton, QLD 2013 Jayco Sterling with 2 x Berth double slide out electric lifting bed, Ensuite with hot water shower, toilet and washing machine. Fully equipped kitchen including fridge freezer, oven/grill, 3 burner and 1 hot plate stove. 2003 Winnebago 6 berth Mercedes diesel $150 / Day + GST Location: East Ballina, NSW Our Mercedes Winnebago is an automatic diesel & very easy to drive & comfortable for all passengers. It’s great for weekends away or a family holiday for a month or more. Quick to setup when you arrive at your destination. 2013 Jayco Eagle Outback $110 / Day + GST Location: Penrith, NSW This fantastic 2013 Jayco Eagle Outback Poptop can sleep up to 7 people and comes with 3 way fridge, Gas/Electric Cooktop, Diesel heater, Battery Pack and Solar Panels and much more. Minimum 3 x Day Hire Out & Pets are allowed by negotiation.
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2010 Billabong Coral Bay $120 / Day + GST Location: Huntingfield, TAS 2010 Billabong Coral Bay (Huntingfield) • Tare weight (kg): 2052 / ATM 2452 Island Queen Bed • Free Camping fully capable • Toilet & Shower • Fully enclosed annex available to hire. 2013 Nova Terra Sportz $115 / Day + GST Location: Mariginiup, WA Tare weigh: 2560kg ATM weight (kg): 2960 • 2 Berth – Island Queen Bed • Separate Toilet & Shower with Washing Machine • 12 pin flat plug and anderson plug • Portable Electric Brakes for Hire ($100) • SPECIAL OFFER: Book & Pay for 5 x days & get 2 x days free! 2014 Jayco Starcraft Outback 20.62-3 $114 / Day + GST Location: Endeavour Hills, VIC You will find this caravan absolutely brilliant to use. So many features with a huge amount of storage including the ability to fold up the rear bunks to carry extra large items such as bicycles or even a mid sized motorbike. It is also setup to be self sufficient with 3 x 82L water tanks.
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Redefining The Camping Experience! For families, adventurers and explorers who prefer quality outdoor memories. SYSTEM Campers are designed and manufactured by PRITAB. PRITAB was established in 2011 to design and supply mobile accommodation to the recent mining boom. During this time PRITAB designed and provided solutions ranging from highly mobile skid and trailer mounted camps to the Cooper basin & Pilbara, to heli lift camps for the Papua New Guinea highlands. The camps were required to be fully self contained from cutlery & bed linen to power generation and sewerage treatment, plus they had to be very quick and easy to pack down and mobilise from site to site as this could happen quite often. They
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were built for the robust Australian landscape and have been tried and tested in some of the harshest conditions Australasia has to offer. In 2014 Pritab achieved a Triple ISO certification for Quality, Safety and Environmental Management. Although the business was unable to justify maintaining the required audits, the management systems are still in operation The owner and Managing Director is Darren Cardiff. Darren holds a Master’s Degree in Project Management, with a background spanning more than 25yrs in the oil & gas industry, he is a keen camper and fisherman and loves spending time in the great outdoors with his family. PRITAB’s design and manufacturing facility is located outside of Toowoomba, Queensland. Ease of Setup Whilst travelling you have the ability to pull over and make a cuppa and
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eat lunch with water and fridge fully accessible. When you arrive at your destination setup will only take a couple of minutes to allow you to get straight into relaxation mode. Time Saving Simple safe and easy to set up on site, saving everyone time and frustrations Manufacture/Construction Process SYSTEM Campers are manufactured from aluminium and provide strength and durability whilst also reducing the weight of the finished product. With features such as Slide out kitchen bench with a collapsible sink, weber bbq, gas burner and cooking utensils, cold storage, slide our drawers for the kitch, bathroom facilities and so much more, you can’t go wrong with System Campers. To find out more information, head over to www.sytemcampers.com.au or call the team on (07) 4642 2855.
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Offering Mobile Gas Certificates and onsite repairs for caravans, campers, pop tops and motorhomes!
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Wind Stable Umbrellas
Not your conventional umbrella With warmer temperatures approaching and summer on the horizon, it’s time to jush up the garden, dust off the deck and get ready for an endless array of BBQs and backyard time. But is your current entertaining area looking a little … well, tired? Then maybe it’s time you considered a little outdoor renovation. Since 2014, Finbrella has been dedicated to providing their customers with unique outdoor shade solutions, which are fashionable, durable and extremely versatile and they are remarkably wind stable. Peter Stransky (Finbrella’s founder and designer) maintains, “The enhanced wind stability of Finbrella’s design is compelling”.
Design principles After years of refinement in Perth (the world’s third windiest city), the strength of the company’s ‘Fin-technology’ means that their products, with the recommended anchoring, are structurally able to withstand winds up to 55kph. This is because they have been purposely designed to alleviate the ‘Mary Poppins Effect’, with its unique asymmetrical profile and canopy shape. Finbrella’s wind resistance design principles include free rotation of the canopy, so that they can respond bhbjljnkl to changes in wind direction and maintain the optimum aerodynamic position. All Finbrella models have a
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hexagonal canopy shape calculated to provide the optimal shade area to weight ratio.
Anchoring systems So what about versatility? Finbrella have engineered a variety of windstable anchoring solutions for multiple situations and environments that combine aesthetics and functionality with cost effectiveness. Base options include fixed or moveable camlocks (great poolside, in the backyard or even on the boat), moveable pavers, ground spikes (ideal for camping and park events) and sand poles (hello, beach protection).
Materials The range of materials used by Finbrella are also top-notch and include high grade anodized and resin-coated aluminium, marine grade stainless steel, abrasion-resistant nylon. Furthermore, Finbrella uses the very best outdoor woven fabrics guaranteeing resistance to colour-fade, UV light, mould and rain for up to 5 years.
Colours Another fantastic component of the product’s versatility is that you can personalise your shade to suit your setting. Available in a stunning array of colours and patterns, Finbrella can also offer custom printing services, allowing virtually unlimited possibilities.
Range Finbrella offers a range of sizes for a variety of uses, from the F-160 weighing only 2.4kg, right up to their largest model, the F-400, which provides over 10.4 m2 of shade and features an interchangeable canopy that allows you to change-up your sun protection to suit different settings. Poolside, seaside, roadside, camping, fishing, picnicking, entertaining ... the applications are limitless, not to mention visually impressive. So visit their website today or call 1300 655 654 and discover why Finbrella offers solutions that are definitely not your conventional shade umbrellas. www.finbrella.com.au tom@finbrella.com.au Find us on
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Marine Maintenance and Repairs Whether you’re the owner or operator of a Luxury Motor Yacht, you understand the importance of having the support and knowledge in which a quality marine service company provides. Private Yacht Solutions aim is to provide you with a quality service at an honest price. With over 60 years combined marine experience in the Western Australian and the international Marine Industry, they strive for the highest standard of service and workmanship. At Private Yacht Solutions, they provide a comprehensive range of services including marine maintenance and repairs, mechanical and electrical repairs, fibreglass work, spray painting, gelcoating, antifouling, propspeeding, complete refits, insurance claims in fact, there is nothing they can’t handle.
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this without compromising on quality.
Fabrication, Repairs And Design
knowledgeable team to assist you
provide all maintenance services
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sailing boats and commercial work
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• Insurance Work and Quoting
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• Antifoul Preparation and Applications
bringing the knowledge and
• Gelcoat and Fibreglass Repairs
yacht industry back to Perth.
• Full Superstructure and Hull Resprays
After years of working to the
• Flushing to Remove Shell Growth
demands of the international super
• Refits and Shipwright Work
now offer the same level of service to
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have worked around the world
• Approved Propspeed Applicators
experience obtained in the super
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yacht industry they are excited to
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best path to take to achieve the best
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want to help save you money and will
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present you with options to assist in
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• Rope Splicing, Pen Rigging And • Bow And Stern Thruster Supply, Installations And Repairs
• Vessel System And Operation Checks Providing Full Detailed Reports
They are available to travel anywhere in Western Australia and work wherever required.
Address: Private Yacht Solutions 5/10 Strang St Beaconsfield,WA,6162 Australia +61 (0) 406 727 925 +61 (0) 420 718 871 We are open: Monday – Friday 6AM – 6PM 24 Hour Phone Emergency Available
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Precision Detailing is owned and operated by David Nichol. Dave has been in the detailing business since 2003, making all sorts of vehicles and vessels look amazing with his professional touch. Specialising in the marine side of things, David has a wealth of experience and services Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Whether you’re selling or just needing some maintenance done on your beloved boat, give David a call, you won’t be disappointed. Some of Precision Detailings services include: • Acid Washing - to brighten and whiten the gel coat and two pack surfaces, in the process of removing very heavy oxidization, rust and water stains.
• Cut and Polishing - by variable speed machine, only the highest quality farecla profile range is used. This will aid in restoring deep gloss, remove light marks, oxidization, replace valuable oils into the surface and offer some protection from the elements. • Waxing - usually done by hand, is applied to “good” gel coat that hasn’t been adversely affected by the elements and of course to freshly cut and polished surfaces. Only quality farecla marine products are used here. This will provide significant protection against the elements, provide an incredible deep gloss and make cleaning a whole lot easier. • Washing - both low and high pressure, done of course to remove any contaminants off of the surface and to aid with the longevity of the wax and polish.
• Metal Polishing - is usually carried out on stainless steel, removing the rust marks usually left behind by salt, and covering the stainless steel with a coating of wax which contains an anti corrosive ingredient for the best protection. • Upholstery Restoration - cleaning and revival of the colors found in marine upholstery these days, also the application of a rejuvenate to restore the color, gloss, look and feel of new vinyl with the added bonus of UV protection. For more information and to see more of David’s work, visit his website, give him a call or find him on Facebook. W: www.precisiondetailing.com.au E: precision_detailing@hotmail.com Call Dave on M: 0421802691
Is your boat moored quite a distance from where you live? Do you work away, travel a lot for work, constantly worried about if your boat is still safely tied to the jetty after that week of high winds, are the bilge areas still dry after that night-week of rain?
a fortnight minimum, however it’s hard considering he is not always available to do these important tasks, who can you trust to do all of the above, your neighbour or a friend? We’re sure he’s a good bloke but does he really know what he’s doing and what he’s looking for?
Being a boat owner, Ben use to travel a lot for work, and knows what it’s like to have these concerns, as much as he knows his boat is in extremely good condition and that the last time he was on it everything was working correctly, knowing he tied the mooring lines off correctly before leaving, but what if the high winds while he is away, stretch the ropes, letting the gelcoat become damaged from rubbing on the jetty etc., a hose clamp has started to deteriorate and the hose has started weeping from the hose tail on the through hull fitting. If your boat is moored at a marina will the marina manager notice that your mooring lines are lose and your boat is now on a slight angle, just enough to let the stern/bow rub on the jetty, the list goes on.
This is where Ben comes in. He is an experienced boatie, and at 34 years old and has been around boats all his life, including his own boat (36FT Mustang). Ben has done his own servicing on the boat including oil change, replacement of fuel pumps, replace injectors, replace water pumps, replace/repair bilge pumps, water impellers, drive belts just to name a few. He really does know what it takes to look after a boat!
Ben likes to run his engines, genset, air con etc, at least once
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Do you need:
• Mooring lines checked & re-tensioned • Bilge pump area inspected & test of bilge pump (on-off) • Engine run & Visual inspection • Shore power check • Genset run & Visual inspection • Running of aircon units • External wash down (before or after a trip)
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Let Boaties Group Custom Boat Care take the worry out of your Boat Care. They can assist you in one of the services they provide, or do all of them, from a one off or routine regular scheduled appointments, depending on your requirements. With Boaties Group Custom Boat Care, they can also get your trailer boat ready for a weekend out on the water if your too busy i.e. run engine, check batteries, steering friction, bilge pumps, wheel bearing re packing or replacement, wash down. Most importantly, Ben & his team are part of Boaties Quotes, which means any issues with your boat or any items that need to be fixed or replaced, it can be organised through the Boaties Quotes National Boating Directory Of Suppliers. Service area - Tweed Heads NSW to Sunshine Coast QLD and anywhere in between. Please feel free to call, text or email your requirements to Ben for a competive price.
Contact Ben on 0447 938 907 www.boatiesquotes.com.au
DUB BOX AUSTRALIA caravanning the way it should be
Trekker
The Shortie
The Tuck Box
The flagship in our range of retro caravans, the standard Dub Box merges the best in cool with the convenience of comfortable camping - giving a real alternative to traditional white caravans.
It’s quite simple, we took all that’s good about our Classic Dub Box and made it shorter. The Shortie makes camping easy, instead of tents, instructions and guy ropes…think park and relax.
The Tuck Box brings the cool retro feel and attention-grabbing functionality of the Dub Box to outdoor event food retailing - making your business stand out from the crowd!
We use many reproduced retro parts to keep Dub box visually fitted in the distant past but have married that with cutting-edge trailer technology for safe and reliable ease of use.
We use many reproduced retro parts to keep Dub Box visually fitted in the distant past but have married that with cutting edge trailer technology for safe and reliable ease of use.
Dub Box is designed to ensure it is not overwhelming or daunting to tow. It is a smooth, lightweight and complementary addition to your journey. The glass fibre body shell will be coloured to your choice.
Dub Box is designed to ensure it is not overwhelming or daunting to tow. It is a smooth, lightweight and complementary addition to your journey.
We can create a fully-bespoke food retail trailer that matches your every requirement - from interior fit out through to the exterior finish and decals - the Dub Box Tuck Box will make your business really stand out from the crowd at all events. Contact Stephen Kennard on 0447 661 877 or visit their website.
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Roast Pork
with apples, carrots & rosemary INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
• 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and each cut into 8 wedges • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice • 4 pounds boneless loin pork roast • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper • 1 medium onion, cut into eighths • 4 large carrots, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
1. In medium bowl, toss apples with lemon juice & set aside. 2. Season roast with salt and pepper. 3. Place half of onions and 4 to 6 apple wedges in slow cooker. 4. Top with seasoned roast. Surround roast with remaining apples, onions, and carrots. Top with rosemary. 5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, MEDIUM for 5 1/2 to 6 hours or LOW 7 to 8 hours.
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Sweet Chili Pineapple Chicken INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
330 g Bottle Sweet Chili Sauce • Place frozen chicken in slow cooker. 1-8 oz. can chunk or crushed pineapple in juice • Pour chili sauce and pineapple with juice over chicken 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts • Cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 7-9 hours. 2 cups red, yellow or orange bell peppers (optional) • About 45 minutes before serving slice chicken into ¾ 2 cups of pea pods (optional) inch slices and stir the chicken back into the sauce 2 cups of broccoli florets (optional) Place your choice of vegetables on top of the chicken mixture. Continue cooking in slow cooker on high until vegetables are tender crisp. (This is a good time to put your rice on to cook too.) • Serve over rice.
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INGREDIENTS 2 Cups Gluten Free Oat Flour 1 1/2 Cups Coconut Palm Sugar 6 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 1 Tbsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Real Salt 1 Cup Coconut Milk 4 Tbsp Butter melted 2 tsp Vanilla FOR THE LAVA 3/4 Cup Coconut Palm Sugar 1/2 Cup Cocoa Powder 1/4 Cup Honey 2 Cups Boiling hot water
DIRECTIONS Grease the bowl of a slow cooker. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Add the coconut milk, butter, and vanilla to the bowl and whisk in until a smooth batter is formed. Pour the batter into the greased slow cooker and spread to level. In a small bowl, combine the 3/4 C. Coconut Palm Sugar and the 1/2 C. Cocoa Powder. Sprinkle over the top of the cake batter in the slow cooker. Mix together the honey and hot water. Pour over the top of the cake, cover with a lid, and cook on high for 1 1/2-2 hours. Cake is done as soon as it is puffed and firm on the top. The liquid chocolate lava will be on the bottom of the cake. http://brendid.com/sweet-chili-pineapple-chicken/ http://www.mynaturalfamily.com/recipes/clean-eating-recipes/clean-eating-slow-cooker-molten-lava-cake-recipe/
Australia has a history of bathing in hot springs stretching back over the many thousands of years when the Aboriginal tribes roamed the Continent, refer “The History of Helidon Spa�. In Australia, hot springs can be found in every State and the Northern Territory, from the south of Australia in Tasmania at Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs to Innot Hot Springs in Far North Queensland. Perth has Monkey Mia and El Questro and in the west, Moree has Lightning Ridge, Boomi and Peninsular Hot Springs in the south and east of this large country. There are over 50 currently identified hot springs, bore baths and natural springs in Australia and they are detailed in the revised new edition, which also includes updated and new material. This includes information pertaining to the early pioneers and the drilling methods they used to tap into this great resource. There is a section dedicated to the rehabilitation of this great resource ensuring the livelihood of an industry. The 3rd Edition OUT NOW, provides knowledge to the traveller and provides them with sufficient information to enable them to locate these facilities anywhere in Australia. It is an easy to read, well laid out, colour and numerically coded book to make life on the road easy. The Author has travelled for well over 40 years and over the last 10 years has focused on researching this book so join him on a journey of your lifetime and enjoy the benefits of taking to the waters.
Read more about the book here http://greatthermalway.com
Brand Boost
Check out our picks of the month for amazing products and where to buy! If you have a product you’d like boosted, email content@liquidlifeandleisure.com.au OffGrid Solar Backback The OffGrid 6W Solar Backpack will provide some serious power to your smartphone, tablet, and other USB devices. A padded laptop sleeve, dual side pockets, and specially lined sunglasses slot will make sure all your gear is in order before you head out the door. Better yet, the front solar charger is removable letting you take this 6 Watt system anywhere. www.voltaicsystems.com/offgrid
24” Nite Ize Gear Tie - 2 Pack The 24” Nite Ize Gear Tie is the great organizer for bigger unwieldy items. Made of a sturdy bendable wire interior and a soft, durable rubber exterior, it’s flexible, strong, and incredibly handy. It’s tough enough to hang a full can of paint from the side of a ladder or tree branch. Available in packs of two. www.wildearth.com.au
DARCHE ECLIPSE 2.5M X 2.5M 4WD AWNING SHADE SHELTER
The Eclipse vehicle awnings complement Darche’s touring range and provide instant shelter. Made from super tough and durable, mould treated 12 Oz proofed poly/cotton ripstop canvas, the Eclipse has a massive 2000mm water head rating. www.wildearth.com.au
SEA TO SUMMIT MEDIUM KAYAK CART - BLUE The sea to summit medium cart is the ideal transport solution for kayaks, canoes or sit-on-tops. Constructed using light weight anodised aluminium and pneumatic wheels for a smooth ride, these collapsible trolleys are great on rough or uneven ground. All carts come with integrated Solution Bomber Tie Down Strap. www.wildearth.com.au
Sunday Spurs
MAKE YOUR SUNDAY COUNT!
Evans Head – a jewel in the crown of NSW’s beautiful central coast
Located in the Richmond Valley Shire of New South Wales’ Northern Rivers region, Evans Head lies 726 kilometres north of Sydney and has a population of just over 2800 people. An idyllic coastal town, it plays host to one of the largest holiday parks in NSW, with many sites offering prime waterfront views, and is favourably sandwiched between two uber-forested national parks. Six kilometres of surfing beaches, stunning scenery and calm waterways also make it the perfect location for a family holiday or a childfree, let’s-ditch-the-city surfing safari.
Beaches Evans Head tops the list with its endless wave-catching opportunities (particularly for beginners), great
fishing spots and picturesque lazeabout shores, followed by Airforce Beach, which is also patrolled during the summer holiday period. Offering no-permit access to four-wheel drive vehicles, it’s also an awesome spot for low tide, rock pool exploration and leash-free frolicking with the family fur ball. For the dedicated wax heads, Chinaman’s Beach is best left to the experienced, as is Shark Bay, a semi-secluded inlet adjacent to the southern break wall of the Evans River. Goanna Headland offers stunning coastal views and meandering walking tracks and the Evans River is the perfect spot for the kidlets to enjoy a fun-filled frolick. With its pristine waters, it’s also the ideal choice for water enthusiasts, with kayaking, canoeing, boating and
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fantastic fishing on offer. Nature lovers will be in their element here, with the area’s abundance of ocean wildlife, and what better way to calm the soul than with an afternoon of picnicking at the fringes of the town’s harbour.
National Parks With 38 kilometres of beach front, Bundjalung National Park boasts a combination of river, beach and freshwater lagoon vistas, where explorers can take a canoe trip down the Evans River, meander along Ten Mile Beach or mountain bike the Serendipity fire trail. Nearby Broadwater Park is a lush swampy paradise perfect for bird spotting and Razorback Lookout on Ocean Drive offers panoramic views of Evans Head, the surrounding hinterland
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and on clear days, Cape Byron Lighthouse.
Other Activities If you’re fascinated by all things historical, head for the Evans Head Living Museum, which is packed full of newspaper articles, photographs and World War II memorabilia, and the Memorial Aerodrome Museum if you’re keen to see a range of now retired aircraft housed in a fully restored Bellman hangar. And finally, if you’re a keen angler, lock in the 2017 June/July NSW school holidays and prepare for the Evans Head Annual Fishing Classic. This week long event attracts hundreds of visitors from around the country, from newcomers to experienced professionals, all vying for a host of fabulous prizes. For more touristy info, go to Visit NSW and check out our 4-page feature on page X for highlights from this year’s event.
Photo credit: Candice Panton
Photo credit: Candice Panton
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Plan ahead for the 2017 Financial New Year
A new year is meant to be about reflection and resolutions. But if you’re just relieved ‘tax time’ is done and dusted for another year, perhaps it’s time to put a little more effort into ensuring the end of the next financial year is a little more stress-free. Firstly, you need actual goals Clearly define your achievable, financial objectives and then prioritise them. Do you want to reduce your debt, save for an investment property or just simply establish some practical saving habits? Write your resolutions down, and then tell your friends and family about them – the more your goals are ‘out there’, the more likely you are to stick to them. Get organised There is no point setting clear-cut goals if your bills and financial documents are haphazardly hidden under a pile of clutter. Create some useable systems for monitoring expenses and filing paperwork (including tax receipts) and keep track of things with a finance calendar or download one of the many ‘budget tracker’ phone apps out there. Scheduled direct debits are great for paying bills and automatic savings transfers will ensure it happens before you get a chance to start eyeing of that new pair of shoes or fishing rod. Goal 1 – You want to reduce your expenses Expenses are unavoidable, however, there are ways you can lower costs - from refinancing your current mortgage and shopping around for cheaper electricity rates to curbing your cash splashing on ‘want (not need) to have’ items. Make a list of all your obligatory expenses and research ways you can save a dollar or two here and there. You’ll be surprised how quickly it mounts up. Goal 2 – You want to save more Spend less and you’ll save more. It’s a no brainer,
however it’s sometimes easier said than done. The key is to create a detailed savings plan (there are heaps of downloadable apps that can help) and stick to it. Work out your key expenses first, put a little aside for emergencies and then be vigilant about transferring what’s left into a high interest savings account. And leave it there. Shop around for the best bank rates as well. Because the market is super-competitive (and ever-changing), it’s often easy to find a better deal if you’re willing to do a bit of research and fill out a little paperwork. Goal 3 – You want to minimise debt Debt can be a downer, but the reality is most of us have it. Whether it be a car loan, mortgage or credit card payment, the downside to our society’s ‘must have it now’ mentality is that we pay for it in interest. Work out where you’re paying the most interest and target those payments first. In terms of credit cards, make sure you pay the minimum balance every month (and by the due date) or consider changing to a debit card, so that you’re only spending money you actually have. Goal 4 – You want to save for your retirement It may seem like eons away, but formulating a retirement plan early will ensure your future is something to really look forward to. All employers these days are required by law to contribute to their employees’ super funds, however voluntary contributions also have added benefits, including government co-contributions, depending on your income. Lastly, don’t forget to monitor your progress every month. If your financial ‘clean up’ is on the right track, you’ll start to see the rewards before you know it. And July 2017 will work out to be a little more non-taxing!
Business Bits References: https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/news/new-years-resolutions http://www.smh.com.au/business/good-finance-advice/financial-new-years-resolutions--and-how-to-keep-them-20160101-glxqkw.html
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