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FELINE GROOVY

PICK of the CROP A carrot patch on the Scenic Rim is fashion central

Cat sitter Madolline Gourley is going global

This week...

Young people embarking on a gap year abroad would do well to take a leaf out of Madolline Gourley’s book (P8). The enterprising 29-yearold from The Gap (right, with her pet cat Grace) has scored free accommodation at private homes in cities across America by working as a cat sitter. Not that there is much work involved, given Madolline adores moggies and her charges pretty much do their own thing. Sign me up, I say.

Also this week, writer Fiona Purdon chats with Noni Hazlehurst (P15) about the actor’s series two return in the hilarious ABC comedy The Letdown, and restaurant reviewer Tony Harper (P12) discovers a vegan and coeliac-friendly gem in West End. Until next week.

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THE CHAT Comedian Nick Offerman FEATURE Madolline Gourley: around the world one cat at a time SPOTLIGHT Queensland Reds Ruan and JP Smith FOOD + DRINK You Came Again, West End RECIPE Alastair McLeod’s kingfish curry STAYING IN Noni Hazlehurst on The Letdown FASHION Farm life inspires new looks TRAVEL Disney’s lands live up to the hype LIVING Styling tips from a pro

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THE CHAT

Dashing figure US sitcom star Nick Offerman is back with an all-new standup show — and his dancing shoes Fiona Purdon

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omedian Nick Offerman is perhaps best known for his deadpan film and television roles but his live stand-up shows are just as close to his heart. The Parks and Recreation star returns to Brisbane this month for the first time since 2016 with his new stand-up show.

“It’s my favourite thing with everything I do, to make people laugh,” he says. “It’s like dispersing medicine. It makes one feel pretty tall when a whole theatre is laughing so I look forward to showering your community with lots of medicine.’’

He says All Rise is designed to give audiences something to laugh about in the face of the current political climate, especially in the US. And it features dancing.

“It’s light dancing with an interpretative slant. It used to be breakdancing but I’m not as young as I was once,’’ he laughs.

The 48-year-old, who is married to Will & Grace star Megan Mullally, prioritises his marriage above all else, and the Australian tour will be no different. Megan, with her band Nancy and Beth, have a parallel tour schedule.

“We are sort of embroidering our tours together,” he says. “We play our disparate shows and then we get together for a few days and pet some echidnas. You obviously have to be gentle with echidnas.’’

Nick and Megan have never spent more than two weeks apart since they married 16 years ago. “Whenever we are presented with jobs, which would have one of us travelling, or one of us out of town, we sit down with the calendar and figure it out.

“We have passed on jobs because it will keep us apart for too long. It’s funny because there have never been any regrets.’’

Nick, who will appear in the upcoming

drama Lucy in the Sky, starring Natalie Portman, says as soon as he met Megan, he recognised her as his “ultimate sensei’’.

“She’s very much the teacher in our relationship,’’ he says. “I feel like I’m married to Beyonce or Meryl Streep or a combination of the two. I feel very lucky and I work hard to mind my manners, to make sure I keep the gig.’’

Being the “successful class clown’’ at school prompted him to pursue an entertainment career. He is grateful for his breakout role as Ron Swanson in hit comedy Parks and Recreation (2009-15), which earned him a coveted Television Critics Association Award.

“The key ingredient you don’t see when you watch the show is that there is a room full of genius writers … and they say OK, this part of your personality, this hilarious face you make, your love of calzones, whatever it is, we can turn that into comedy gold,’’ he says.

“So they take those building blocks and they absolutely combine them to make something so much greater than the some of those parts.’’

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Travel tails International cat sitter Madolline Gourley has a few tales to tell about her purr-fect adventures Emma Schafer

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FEATURE

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adolline Gourley has bunked with some interesting types.

There was Harvey in San Francisco – a stand-offish, black and white Maine Coon rescued as a feral from the streets. In downtown Boston it was the Instagram-famous Persians, CocoaPuff and Babyness. Little Kitty was on the couch in Washington DC and Portland’s rescue ragdolls Symone and Simon were a two-for-one deal.

Such is the life of an international cat sitter. “You definitely get to meet people, go places and see things you never thought you would,” the 29-year-old from The Gap says.

Madolline heads off again next month to cat-sit Nancy Kwan in Nashville and Shady in Austin before heading on to Alabama where she will share a converted art studio with Zoe the one-eyed moggy.

All up, it’ll be a six-week trip to six US cities and Madolline won’t spend a cent on accommodation in four of them. Cat sitting has become her ticket to the world when she’s not at home working her day job in online communications.

“The deal is you look after a homeowner’s cat, and you stay in their home free,” she explains. “I would say I’ve saved tens of thousands of dollars travelling this way. There have been numerous cities I’ve visited that I never would have gone to if it wasn’t for the free accommodation and the cat.”

There’s a handful of websites that link travellers with pet owners and Madolline rattles off Trusted Housesitters, Mind My House and House Carers as some of her favourites. A quick browse of these sites reveals an opening in Barcelona to look after four horses and a fish, while tropical birds Marcel and Harlan are awaiting a sitter in Buffalo, New York.

Madolline is not the only one travelling on the cheap. If pets aren’t your thing, there are openings for plant sitters too.

“I actually discovered the idea through a lady I worked with,” she says of the travel hack. “She lives full-time in Brisbane but she doesn’t own a house or pay rent, she

FURRY FRIENDS ... Madolline Gourley has seen plenty of America while caring for (top left) Nika in Boulder, Colorado; Symone (bottom left) in Portland, Oregon; and Babyness in Boston, Massachusetts.

Main picture: AAP/Renae Droop

I spent all day in bed, didn’t have to deal with family drama, and Harvey just snuggled next to me just gets long-term house sits.”

The leap from this to cat sitting wasn’t a massive one in Madolline’s mind. A peek at her home in The Gap shows why. There are two feline-filled calendars hanging on her fridge and the kitchen bench is stacked with more cat food than human food.

There’s a cat-sized play tunnel snaked across the lounge room floor and a custom-made opening in her kitchen window leads to a cat wonderland in her backyard. It’s an impressive set up for her very spoiled rescue ragdoll named Grace.

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only too happy to mind Grace while her daughter is abroad.

“I guess you could say I’m a cat person,” Madolline laughs. She’s about to launch a blog about her cat-inspired travels that she’s called One Cat At A Time.

“I had a dog once, but it was a bit gross.

Dogs are a bit gross,” she says.

In fact, Madolline often prefers the company of a whiskered friend above all others and some of her best travel memories involve the simple pleasures of a snugly cat and a comfy couch. That said, a cat-sitting gig in a Boulder, Colorado

mansion over Christmas 2018 was an entree to the world of the rich and famous.

“The husband was part of the Steinway piano family and his wife was a piano teacher. The house was super modern, two storeys with three or four garages filled with Porches and Audis. The piano studio was downstairs and outside there was a ‘catio’ specifically for the cat.”

The fact she’d spend Christmas with just Nika the cat didn’t phase Madolline; she’d done it before. Her first-ever cat sitting job – with Harvey the Maine Coon in 2017 in San Francisco – remains a fond festive memory.

“I went to Wholefoods and got a microwavable Christmas dinner and cake. I know to most people that probably sounds terrible, but it was really great.

I spent all day in bed, didn’t have to deal with any family drama, and Harvey just snuggled next to me.

“That couple is moving overseas soon and they’ve asked if I will continue sitting Harvey wherever they end up.”

It sounds like that may be Spain which opens the cat flap for Madolline’s adventures in Europe. “Before I discovered cat sitting I didn’t really have an interest in going overseas,” Madolline says.

Now she can’t go more than a few months at home without an adventure on the horizon.

“I would recommend it to anyone.

There is a sitting option to suit most people and it’s nice when you’re travelling to have access to things like a proper fridge and freezer or a washing machine. You get a home away from home.”

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SPOTLIGHT

Sizzling form Rugby union Smith twins spin a delicious twist on the snag Emma Schafer

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ulking twins Ruan and Jean-Pierre Smith are titans of rugby union, but away from the field it’s their 75-year-old grandma who is the most valuable player.

She recently entrusted a secret family recipe to the Queensland Reds props, 29, and the brothers have cooked up a sizzling sausage business with it.

Now, when Ruan and JP aren’t packing a scrum they’re packing orders for their boerewors – a South African-style sausage – for delivery across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

They’ve called their burgeoning side hustle Bro’s Braai, which translates to brothers’ barbecue.

“Our family originally emigrated from Cape Town to Toowoomba in 2006,” says Jean-Pierre (JP) who lives with Ruan at Forest Glen on the Sunshine Coast.

“Cooking is a big part of South African culture and has always been a passion of ours. The kitchen has been a gathering place for our family, and Ruan and I are always keen to cook up a feast. It seemed only natural to turn our hobby into a business.”

But to make the best, they knew they needed to call in the big guns.

“Our grandma, Ria Van Reenan, lives in Christiana in South Africa. My grandparents are long-time owners of a family cattle farm so meat has always been a big player in our dishes,” Ruan says.

DUAL PURPOSE ... Ruan and JP Smith have swapped the footy field for the barbecue grill with their new boerewors venture.

“Her boerewors are a family favourite so we asked if we could use her recipe … and she willingly gave it to us – old-school style of course, written down with pencil on paper.”

The brothers, who each weigh more than 120kg, won’t divulge the 13 secret ingredients, but say their boerewors, made from beef and pork, are different from the traditional Aussie snag.

For starters they’re spiralled in a circle

and often served on a flat bun. The boys also had help from their local butcher in perfecting them.

Perhaps their first bold business move though was testing their product on hungry footy fans at Suncorp Stadium before an April home game. They sold out.

“Our grandma is very proud of us,” JP says. “I think she likes the fact that our family’s passion is going to be shared with other families and hopefully create

memorable moments for them, just as cooking a family feast has for us.”

The brothers hope to eventually launch their own wine and craft beer to complement the boerewors, but acknowledge they’ve already got a lot on their plate. “The ultimate goal is to have Bro’s Braai food trucks and create a franchise,” Ruan says. bros-braai.com.au

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LIFE

Alicia Pyke I pride myself on driving like I’m in a parade: slowly with lots of waving. Anyone holding a sign gets a wave. Everybody gets a wave Drivers of Brisbane, I’m back.

Since passing my driving test a few months ago, I’m officially the world’s happiest returned driver. Yes, apparently there’s a name for people who get their licence at 18 then let it lapse so long they have to sit another test. I’m a returned driver … insert emoji of blonde lady covering her face with her hand in shame.

Smarter people will never have to endure the nerve-racking experience of going for their licence again in their 40s.

Or wear the expense. Because they will remember to routinely renew their licence even if they’ve never owned a car, live close

to the city and foolishly believe driving is for other people. Me? I’ll keep looking for the fleets of driverless cars that were supposed to be everywhere by now.

Anyway, the real surprise after all the hassle is how much I love being behind the wheel. I’ve gone from avowed non-driver to non-stop driver, zipping over to see friends at a moment’s notice or to dash out somewhere.

Not that I’m ever in a rush. Oh no, I pride myself on driving like I’m in a parade: slowly with lots of waving.

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in traffic? Yep, they get a wave. Everybody gets a wave. I’m like Oprah when she used to give away cars on TV. Everybody gets a wave!

Can you tell how pleased I am to be back behind the wheel?

It’s such a relief to have stopped feeling ridiculous about the whole lapsed licence debacle. Even if I did have to reapply for my learner’s permit and conquer my fear of doing the test. Again!

To anyone thinking they wouldn’t pass a driving test again if asked to resit it – no, you probably wouldn’t. It’s terrifying!

So if you ever have to, be sure to spring

for a few professional lessons to polish up like I did. Now that I’m out and about so much, I’m dazzled by all the personalised number plates on the road.

Who knew we all had so much to say?

I’ve seen declarations of love for Canada, admired wannabe monster trucks with sayings like Nuf Sed and appreciated plenty of alphanumeric creativity courtesy of P1P and St4vro5.

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FOOD + DRINK

Easy being green Get a taste of these vegan delights and you will most definitely come again RESTAURANT Tony Harper

I’LL BE BACK ... You Came Again vegan restaurant offers colour and character on and off the menu; the roasted carrots (below).

Let’s be honest, my attempts at veganism are relegated to tiny moments – drinking soy milk in my coffee; having mushroom soup for lunch; peanut butter, jam and water. Allegedly it’s a lifestyle, not a menu item, and I’m not even close.

I’m like the guy who goes to church for weddings and funerals and calls himself a Catholic. Except I don’t call myself a vegan and, truth be told, I love a pork chop too much to commit.

Without bringing politics into this story, I like the vegan sentiment, it’s just that I reckon I (and my stomach, and my taste buds) would get bored.

Quickly.

However I am directed to visit You Came Again, a vegan restaurant and bar in West End, and I walk through the door like I have an appointment for bowel screening – head down, eyes to the floor.

I leave 30 minutes later and I’m the happiest guy in Brisbane – well fed, beaming from my moral high-ground and, even at my age, taught.

Because the food is brilliant.

Whatever the art, working with a limited palette is far more demanding than working with a large one. A succinct wine list turns me on, as does an evocative drawing done with a few lines.

And I reckon cooking without animal products, in a country in which a hunk of protein defines most menu items (fish and chips, goat curry, arancini, Heston’s “Meat Fruit”) is a tough gig.

It takes imagination, restraint and insight to do it well. No cheese, no milk butter or cream, no pork chop, no chicken stock. Painting without red or blue; playing music without C major and E minor.

It bills itself as a tapas bar, so there are plenty of smaller plates and things to be shared. And it follows a Euro, kind of Mediterranean thing for perhaps 60 per cent of the menu, then a little Japanese, American and undefined.

There is a special of croquettes ($9) that is so delicious, so punchy, that I’ll look askew at the taleggio-filled numbers forever more. They are gooey potato with a good, crunchy coating – thicker than

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eggshell – and perched on a generous pool of cauliflower puree. There is lemon juice, heaps of it. And therein lies the magic. It’s followed by agedashi tofu ($11) that veers toward the richer, slightly overblown end of things: great as a loner, too rich as part of a trio.

Then miso eggplant ($13) – same thing – absolutely delicious, but decadent, rich, so much power for a vegetable dish.

Then comes the epiphany. When you don’t have 200g of eye fillet, or a pork sausage, a lamb roast, your inner eatmonitor wants something that bangs.

And these dishes bang. They aren’t too rich; they are perfect. I walk away with not a thought of meat in mind.

There’s a smallish wine list of mostly Australian, with some New Zealand, Spanish and French thrown in. And a lovely little collection of craft beers.

Do I like it? You bet.

Even though I won’t be giving up my pork chops in the foreseeable future, I’d happily commit to vegan meals more often if they tasted half as good as this lot.

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RECIPE

Spice of life Versatile and vibrant, curry is a great way to use leftovers, writes Alastair McLeod We eat a lot of curry at our house. We enjoy the bold flavours, the spice, but more importantly, we use it as a means to eke out. In fact, at the end of each week, we enjoy a soup, a frittata or a curry to clean out the fridge. Some week’s efforts are not Instagram worthy, but it really matters less. Statistics show we discard up to 20 per cent of everything we buy, which equates to $8 billion of perfectly edible food going in the bin. It makes me feel good to tread a bit lighter on the earth. Spice up your life.

KINGFISH CURRY INGREDIENTS 2 green chillies, seeded and roughly chopped 1 tbs fennel seeds, toasted 1 tbs yellow mustard seeds, toasted 1 tsp curry powder 1 tsp chilli powder 2 tsp turmeric 1 tsp sea salt 1 small piece ginger, finely grated 4 cloves garlic

3 tbs grapeseed oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 x 400ml cans coconut milk 2 tbs brown sugar 12 curry leaves 1kg kingfish, cut into 5cm pieces 1 lime, juiced ¼ bunch coriander 1 tbs native lime

METHOD Blend green chilli, fennel, mustard, curry powder, chilli, turmeric, salt, ginger, garlic and 2 tbs of the grapeseed oil to a fine paste. Heat a large deep-sided frypan over medium high heat. Add remaining oil and fry onion for 3-4 minutes until soft, then add the paste and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the coconut milk, sugar and curry leaves and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 minutes. Add the fish and simmer for 4 minutes, then add lime juice. Spoon into bowls and garnish with coriander and native lime. Serve with steamed rice.

Serves 4

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ART

LONG SHADOWS …

Judy Watson’s (clockwise from left) string over water (walkurrji kingarri wanami); six moons, water sky (balangarra, wanami bala); and the artist herself.

Ripple effect Still waters run deep in the works of artist Judy Watson Phil Brown

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canoe paddling in the calm waters of Lawn Hill Gorge is a serene start to an exhibition that is always more than it seems.

In boodjamulla wanami, a five-minute 41-second video, Brisbane artist Judy Watson films what’s ahead of her rather than behind. And yet it’s history that informs this and so much of the work in her latest exhibition, Judy Watson – Bodies 14 BRISBANE NEWS June 12-18, 2019

of Water and Melting Snow, which is now showing at Milani Gallery in West End. Judy is one of Queensland’s most significant artists. She has an international reputation, travels widely, has exhibited abroad and is a prodigious worker.

Recently she has shown at the Art Gallery of New South Wales and gallerygoers at GOMA will know her wonderful work tow row, a sculpture referencing the

fishing nets of the Aboriginal people who used to fish the river just outside the gallery. That work sits at the entrance to GOMA as a constant reminder of our past.

That past echoes throughout Judy’s work, and while Lawn Hill Gorge looks peaceful, there is a subtext – the atrocities of our colonial era. This is also reflected in another video work at the end of the show which is also deceptively peaceful.

That work, witness tree, depicts a forested hill that looks down onto the site of the infamous Myall Creek massacre at Myall Creek, near the Gwydir River in the central New South Wales district of Namoi. It involved the killing of at least 28 unarmed indigenous Australians by 11 colonists on 10 June, 1838.

It was one of the rare instances when the perpetrators were bought to justice.

A suite of works on paper, myall creek mourning caps (yulurri kala), also refer to

that incident and Watson uses ochre, earth from the site, and acrylics to create something thoughtful and beautiful.

History is explored in other works in this substantial and rewarding exhibition.

She loves mapping and there are a couple of works that are quite literal with their use of it, including great artesian basin springs, the gulf (jiwil, wanami), which features the country of northwest Queensland where Judy’s indigenous roots lie.

In these paintings, drawings and video works, as well as colonial history and current issues (including the plight of asylum seekers), Judy addresses ecological themes, inspired by bodies of water, snow melts and natural forms.

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Mother knows best TV legend Noni Hazlehurst is a natural as straight-talking baby expert Ambrose in ABC’s The Letdown Fiona Purdon

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s a longtime presenter of ABC’s Play School Noni Hazlehurst felt she was equipped for motherhood.

But the veteran actor, and mother of Charlie, 31, and William, 25, admits she could not have been more wrong.

“Twenty-four years of Play School (1978-2002) taught me how to do the songs but it didn’t help me to put my children to sleep. You are exhausted from the start, I was crazed with tiredness,’’ reveals Noni, whose son Charlie did not sleep through the night until he was two years old.

“What surprised me was the relentlessness; there’s no let-up.

Motherhood is a great leveller.’’

So when Noni was offered the role of maternal health nurse Ambrose in hit comedy The Letdown, it was not only the tone-perfect humour which resonated.

Noni, who plays a tough-talking but caring nurse who leads a mothers’ support group, immediately connected with the subject matter.

“The show is so accurate, so much like real life … life can be crazy,’’ Noni says.

“Every new parent is terrified they will do the wrong thing, it is never like what you expect.’’

The Letdown, co-created by Sarah Scheller and Alison Bell, sees Alison also in the lead role of Audrey, navigating the funny and sometimes dark moments of new parenthood.

After a successful debut season on the ABC in 2017, followed by huge ratings on Netflix, the second season is airing now on the ABC. “The show’s success is well deserved, it’s great writing. If you write from life, it will be funny,’’ Noni says. “Alison and Sarah are not precious or ego driven with their material. I have 65 years of life experience, so if you came up with a suggestion they were happy to listen.’’

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TIME OF HER LIFE … Noni Hazlehurst is busy with a flurry of plum TV and stage roles; (below) as Ambrose in The Letdown.

I’m absolutely delighted to be so busy, I’d go nuts if I was not working. I like having good stories to tell

William attended school.

“It was great to have the chance to play a character who sees past the facade of Alison’s character Audrey – that ‘I’m coping and I’m fine’ – and sees that she is a vulnerable person,’’ Noni says.

Between 1995 and 2004, Noni hosted the Better Homes and Gardens lifestyle show, including several years with exhusband John Jarratt.

And she has never been afraid to rattle her wholesome Play School persona.

In 2011 she became a social media sensation for her reading of the cheeky US storytime book by Adam Mansbach Go the F**k to Sleep, for parents who live in the real world.

“The publishers sent me that book because they wanted an endorsement but when I read it, I laughed so hard, because I felt it reflected my experience as mother.

“It’s so cheeky and naughty, it resonated with people. I wished I had written the damn thing. Sometimes

humour is the only thing you have got.”

Recently Noni has enjoyed a busy spell of work including the upcoming Foxtel television series The End which was filmed on the Gold Coast.

“It was the first time I worked (in film) in Queensland, and I didn’t have to go away to work and live out of a suitcase,” she says.

Noni is also in discussions about a return season to Brisbane for her onewoman play Mother, which tells the story of homeless woman Christie, while also hosting the new documentary series Every Family Has a Secret on SBS from June 25.

“I’m absolutely delighted to be so busy, I’d go nuts if I was not working,” she says.

“I like having good stories to tell and I always look for good writing. I want to keep telling stories which mean something to people.”

The Letdown, ABC TV, Wednesdays, 9pm, or ABC iview

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Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins star in Tolkien, based on the life of renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien.

TOLKIEN (M) hhhjj Director Dome Karukoski Starring Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins make an appealing screen couple, but Tolkien is too middle-of-the-road to really do justice to the creator of Middle Earth. Perhaps the filmmakers should have taken a take a leaf out of their subject’s book.

When a young J.R.R. Tolkien forms an artistic brotherhood with three like-minded students at King Edward’s School, in Birmingham, their battle cry is adopted

from Norse mythology. “Hellheim” is the place soldiers go when they don’t die an appropriately heroic death.

This handsome biopic would have benefited from some of that courageous spirit, which loosely translates as “go hard or go home”.

By opting for a more careful, conventional route, director Dome Karukoski sells both his subject and his audience short.

Tolkien explores the “father of modern fantasy’s” early, formative years.

After the premature deaths of his parents – one from rheumatic fever, the other from diabetes – the orphan and his

brother become legal wards of a Catholic priest named Father Francis Xavier Morgan (Meaney), who negotiates lodgings for them with a rich benefactress and an academically appropriate school.

Tolkien survives the often-brutal initiation into such a traditional, testosterone-heavy environment by using a combination of brains and brawn.

But the charity student really lands on his feet when he is embraced by a bunch of fellow misfits – headmaster’s son and would-be painter Robert Gilson (Patrick Gibson), composer Christopher Wiseman (Tom Glynn-Carney) and poet Geoffrey Smith (Anthony Boyle).

WILD ROSE (M) hhhkj Director Tom Harper Starring Jessie Buckley, Julie Walters, Sophie Okonedo Rose is wild, all right. And characteristically prickly. But beneath that brash exterior is a heart that’s pure country.

Just out of prison, where she served a 12-month sentence for lobbing a bag of heroin over the wall to a waiting inmate, the very raw talent swaggers around the working-class suburbs of Glasgow in cowboy boots and a white, leather jacket.

Rose-Lynn Harlan (Beast’s Jessie Buckley, pictured with James Harkness) knows exactly where she’s headed – Nashville. All she needs is the means to get there. When the 20-something rebel lands a job as a housekeeper for Sophie Okonedo’s bored, rich stay-at-home mum, she finds herself an unexpected champion.

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not yet.” What the starstruck singer’s No. 1 fan doesn’t know, is that Rose-Lynn already has two children at home – and a mother, Marion (Walters), who has had a gutful of her daughter’s self-centred, self-destructive ways. So while Susannah is pouring her considerable resources into helping Rose-

Lynn fulfil her childhood dream – engineering a meeting with a BBC country legend, setting up a crowd-funding concert – no-nonsense Marion is concentrating on more practical matters. Applying a tough love strategy, she sets Rose-Lynn and her children up in a council flat.

The latter’s sexuality – and romantic feelings towards Tolkien – are handled exceptionally “tastefully” and with obliqueness that one might perhaps argue is appropriate for the time.

This exceptionally tight bunch discuss literature, philosophy and poetry on the lush leather lounge chairs of the Barrow’s Stores tearoom until they graduate to Oxford and Cambridge.

Distracted by love and liquor, Tolkien’s grades aren’t what they should be, and the scholarship student is on the verge of getting thrown out, when he serendipitously crosses paths with Derek Jacobi’s philology professor.

Adding romance to this already storybook situation is fellow orphan and lodger Edith Bratt (Collins), the mischievous, Wagner-loving pianist who became Tolkien’s wife, and who was the inspiration for the elven characters of Luthien Tinuviel (The Silmarillion) and Arwen Evenstar (Lord of the Rings).

The story unfolds in flashback, as Tolkien, who is suffering from trench fever, hallucinates through the Battle of the Somme.

Flame throwers and creeping mustard gas combine with the Bruegelian horror of bodies piled on top of each other to inflame an already febrile imagination.

While filmmakers draw a clear link between this “animal horror” and the darkest fury of Tolkien’s work, they lack their subject’s flair or insight.

The best bit about this Scottish star-isborn story, apart from Buckley’s incandescent performance, is the way it explores the maternal tension between duty and self-realisation.

For Susannah, a Pygmalion-like projection is occurring. The fire in RoseLynn’s belly adds spark to her comfortable, middle-class existence, which centres around her two children.

Marion has worked in the same baker’s shop for more than 20 years. A single mum, she’s well practised in the art of selfsacrifice. Dreams are a luxury people like her can’t afford. And for Rose-Lynn, it turns out that simply wanting something – no matter how keenly – is not enough.

The film’s ending plays out pretty much as expected; there won’t be a dry eye in the house. And the Irish actress/singer, who began her career as a contestant on the BBC TV talent show I’d Do Anything, earns every one of those tears.

She’s the real deal.

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Rohan Wilson will discuss Daughter of Bad Times (Allen & Unwin, $30) at Avid Reader Book Club, Jun 25, 6pm, Rydges Hotel, Bowen Hills. avidreader .com.au/events; and at Brisbane Square Library, Jun 30, 11am.

I’ve felt that way, to be so deeply in love that you would give up almost everything in your life for that person

New chapter Author Rohan Wilson captured the spotlight with historical fiction, but his latest work turns a nuanced gaze to the future Fiona Purdon

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uthor Rohan Wilson found himself well out of his comfort zone when researching his latest book, Daughter of Bad Times. The awardwinning author, whose work includes historical fiction, read piles of romances so he could find honest emotion when tackling the plot-driving relationship between main characters Rin and Yamaan.

“I did look at Mills and Boon ... I didn’t

want sloppy or sentimental but I wanted a recognisably contemporary relationship.

I read a lot of contemporary fiction like the short story Cat Person by Kristen Roupenian,” he says.

“Love is a powerful emotion. I’ve felt that way, to be so deeply in love that you would give up almost everything in your life for that person. If I didn’t have my own beautiful love and relationship with my

wife (Machiko), I wouldn’t have been able to write a love story.”

Set in 2074, Daughter of Bad Times starts with Rin Braden, adopted daughter and heir of American tycoon Alessandra, discovering that her boyfriend Yamaan somehow survived an environmental disaster in his home country, the Maldives.

A tsunami has killed hundreds of thousands but Yamaan has ended up in a corrections refugee facility in Tasmania run by her mother Alessandra, working for basic wages. It’s up to Rin to thwart her dangerous mother’s wishes and figure out a way to help Yamaan escape.

“Love is the chaotic thing which is thrown into the mix,’’ Rohan explains.

“Because Rin loves so strongly, it helps to make her rebellious and to take on the system. So, at the centre of this big political thriller, it is still being driven by human nature.’’

The QUT Creative Writing lecturer says his Japanese wife, Machiko, partly inspired Rin. The novel is set across several countries, including the Maldives, US, Australia and Japan, where the author worked for several years as an English teacher.

Rohan, 42, of Kelvin Grove, doubted at times he could finish the novel because it was so different to his first two works including his debut The Roving Party, which won the 2011 The Australian/ Vogel’s Literary Award.

“I wanted to make readers laugh, I wanted to make them cry and to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with a thriller aspect,’’ he says. “I loved the challenge of this intricate plotting.

“With historical fiction you are creating a world and imagining it through research.

With science fiction, you also have to do a lot of research, and read and think about it a lot, and imagine this future world. I realised it takes a lot of the same skills.’’

Tasmanian-born-and-bred Rohan has been living in Brisbane with his family, including son Alan, 14, since 2015.

“Coming to Brisbane and teaching at QUT has made me a better writer,’’ he says. “It’s a great city for writers with plenty of writing groups, libraries and bookshops.’’

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BE EARLY for McKinney’s Massive SALE. Marvel at Massive reductions on everything in the store. Now is the time to

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secure an amazing treasure at an extraordinarily low price.

McKinney’s, offering the finest jewellery since 1884.

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the scene

A lavish lunch starting with savoury pea and almond panna cotta and lashings of Chandon bubbles awaited guests at Howard’s Hall at the new Howard Smith Wharves precinct. The event raised funds for Hear and Say’s vital work with deaf children.

Pictures: Matt Ryan

10.02ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring WAS $250,000 NOW $125,000 Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Halo Ring WAS $15,500 NOW $7450 1.06ct E Colour Princess Cut Diamond Ring WAS $18,500 NOW $9750 Aquamarine & Diamond Dress Ring WAS $5850 NOW $2895 Australian South Sea Baroque Pearl Strand WAS $25,750 NOW $4750

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For the full list of reductions visit www.mckinneys.com.au

Shop 34 Emporium, 1000 Ann St, Fortitude Valley 07 3257 2222

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LADIES OAKS DAY Ascot With their florals, ruffles and fetching prints, the female population raised the fashion stakes at Doomben Racecourse for their own special day at the Winter Carnival. At day’s end, Gee’d Up Music turned up the volume as racegoers toasted another Brisbane winter sunset.

Jacqui Scheiwe and Laura Stevenson

reductions on everything in the store. Now is the time to secure an amazing treasure at an extraordinarily low price.

McKinney’s, offering the finest jewellery since 1884.

3 DAYS ONLY! Thursday 13, Friday 14 & Saturday 15 June

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Madagascan Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring WAS $32,500 NOW $16,250 Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Drop Earrings WERE $5250 NOW $2450 Baroque South Sea Pearl Strand with High Lustre WAS $11,250 NOW $2250 Sapphire, Diamond & South Sea Pearl Earrings WERE $11,100 NOW $5250

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Field of dreams A Brisbane label launches a feast of fashion with pieces inspired by a Scenic Rim farm

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FASHION

Carrot top, $130, Jericho Road Clothing; Bespoke green tutu, price on application, White Label Noba OPPOSITE Veg A-line dress, $180, Veg top, $130, Jericho Road Clothing.

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Carrot shift dress, $180, Jericho Road Clothing, worn two ways. The Tessa black tiered skirt, $229.95, White Label Noba.

Models’ own boots.

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Stockists Jericho Road Clothing, available at The Happy Cabin, 58 Vulture St, West End, jerichoroadclothing.com.au White Label Noba, 121 Riding Rd, Hawthorne, 146 Racecourse Rd, Ascot, whitelabelnoba.com.au Photographer David Kelly Models Rachel Dowse Anita Brittingham Hair Jools Purchase, Hair by Jools Makeup Katie Sutton, Adeline & Arch Location Kalfresh Vegetables, Kalbar

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Vegetables have never been so fashionable, with farming company Kalfresh partnering with Brisbane label Jericho Road Clothing for Carrot Couture – Fashion on the Farm!, a food-meetsfashion event at Kalbar on June 15.

Jericho Road’s The Vegetable Edit – some of which is pictured here – will be unveiled in a carrot paddock, ahead of Scenic Rim Eat Local Week, from June 29.

The seed was planted when vegie fanatic and farmer’s wife Gen Windley of Kalfresh asked Jericho Road designers and sisters Chloe Rowe and Kate Russell if they would consider producing a vegetable-inspired print.

“It’s well accepted that we are all rather crazy for carrots and vegetables and each year we look for a way to incorporate them into a new aspect of people’s lives,” Gen says.

“Previously we’ve collaborated on a carrot craft beer, a carrot vodka, carrot bread, carrot sausages, and now a fashion collection which celebrates the beauty of vegetables.”

Kate and Chloe, who were raised on a farm on Jericho Rd near Blackall, were excited to work on the colourful range with a farming business.

“The opportunity to promote eating local produce is totally aligned with our ethos, having grown up on a cattle property. Supporting Aussie farmers is hugely important for us.

“We just love what the whole Eat Local Week event is about, helping people know where their vegetables come from, particularly kids, so they know they don’t just come from the shops.”

Tickets for the Carrot Couture launch are on sale now and as well as the country air, guests will enjoy fashion, gourmet nibbles and drinks (including carrot beer).

Gen says aside from the social element of the event, she hopes the fashion collaboration will help Australian shoppers understand a little more about the people who grow their food.

“At Kalfresh we like to think outside the square when it comes to connecting with the people who buy, cook and eat our vegetables,” she says.

The Jericho Road Vegetable Collection will be available to purchase at the launch, and at Kalfresh’s annual Carrot Day on June 29, and at the Winter Harvest Festival on July 7.

Carrot Couture – Fashion on the Farm!, June 15, Kalfresh, Kalbar, tickets $75 including arrival drink, nibbles and goodie bag. eventbrite.com.au eatlocalweek.com.au

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FASHION

Dynamic duo Equal parts stark and sleek, contemporary designs bring modern style to a monochromatic staple

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TRAVEL

Miles of smiles Go the distance at Disneyland California with a plan to maximise all the magic and fun — and minimise time spent queuing Leesa Maher

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am kicking myself I didn’t line up a second time for the Radiator Springs Racers at Disney California Adventure Park. I’ve never been one for motorsports, but that was before I zipped around the track like Lightning McQueen, feeling the wind in my hair as I shot through the desert landscape, weaving through rock formations. I may even have yodelled a “yee-haa!” as I passed the winner’s post.

What fun.

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on a recent family trip to his masterpiece, Disneyland Park, and the adjacent Disney California Adventure Park.

Radiator Springs Racers is the premier attraction at Cars Land, a Route 66-style street modelled on the charming little town from the Cars films.

Its series of buildings, mid-century modern in style, includes restaurants (Flo’s V8 Cafe does a mean fried chicken and mashed potatoes), automotive-themed rides and more Cars merchandise than you can poke a dipstick at. It was our favourite “land” out of both parks – which is a big call – and my children are still talking

about Cars Land. So am I, if I’m honest.

Radiator Springs Racers puts you in a sixperson car and you race another car through turns and hills in Ornament Valley, the Grand Canyon-like landscape from the movies. The winning car is randomly selected, so you have nothing to do with the outcome, nor are there any steering wheels in the cars, but it’s a thrilling ride nevertheless.

As a result, waiting times for the ride can stretch to 90 minutes or more in peak season. Our March-April visit coincides with America’s spring break, and it doesn’t get more peak than that.

The weather is glorious – crisp by day, chilly by night – but crowds are thick and queues long, even for a takeaway grande at Starbucks Coffee (which is not a patch on Brisbane’s Fonzie Abbott).

Fortunately, we are staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, an on-site Disney Resort hotel that allows guests access to both parks for a “magic hour” before the official opening each morning.

If you are organised, you can easily fit in two rides in that hour, before the hordes

descend, and it’s wise to target the most popular ones that might prove a pipe dream later in the day – such as Radiator Springs Racers.

Being organised at Disney is rule No.1.

By night, we map out our plan for the next day and each morning (noon and night) we stop by The Veranda – a concierge lounge for guests staying in the Grand Californian’s Club Level rooms, which offers complimentary coffee, croissants, fruit, the works really.

The buffet is constantly replenished, with lunch and dinner options too, and guests are encouraged to pack drinks and snacks to take into the parks, which saves time and money.

During our three-day stay, we spend the first two days at Disneyland, and the final day at California Adventure Park.

You could probably stay a month and not see everything, so it’s a matter of zeroing in on your must-do attractions.

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OH MICKEY ... Cars Land (clockwise from far left) includes the action-packed Radiator Springs Racers; up in the air with Dumbo; Disney rollercoasters offer thrills a minute; and don’t forget to pose for pics with Mickey, Minnie and the whole crew.

fair share of bullseyes on the Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters ride; get airborne with Dumbo the Flying Elephant; and spin around in the iconic tea cups at the Mad Tea Party.

At Tomorrowland, we squeal for the duration of the Space Mountain indoor rollercoaster, and score a photo opp with Chewbacca, a bittersweet experience for my Star Wars-mad son, given our visit is shy of the May 31 opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This all-new “land” has opened with Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, in which guests fly the famous ship on a mission, with more rides to follow.

At California Adventure, we alight for The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, a super-cute ride with all the music and characters from the movie; and take our seats at Frozen – Live at the Hyperion, a 30-minute musical based on the film. Top tip: the shows at Disneyland are top-notch entertainment, but also get you off your feet for a spell. Amen to that.

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allows you to check-in for rides and return at an allocated time to avoid queues – is a big time saver, as is hitting your favourite rides during the lunch or dinner hours when queues are shorter.

We walk and we walk – a record of 19,000 steps on day two – but any fatburning is reversed by croissants from The Veranda, plus hot dogs, hamburgers, cotton candy and ice cream.

We never do get around to sampling the giant smoked turkey legs (that look like ham hocks) we see visitors alternately

Top tip: the shows at Disneyland are top-notch entertainment, but also get you off your feet for a spell. Amen to that

carving up for their offspring or gnawing off the bone. Next time, maybe.

By late afternoon each day we are ready for a lie down, made easier by virtue of the Grand Californian’s proximity to the park.

Crackling logs in the huge stone fireplace are a welcome sight in the hotel foyer, and we sit in rocking chairs, letting the warmth seep into our bones.

Cosy and welcoming, the hotel is designed in the Arts and Crafts style – lots of elegant, heavy wood and stonework – and features several restaurants, including the Hearthstone Lounge, where we devour fish tacos and shrimp cocktails, and Storytellers Cafe – a must if you want to meet Mickey, Minnie and all the gang.

Queues for photo opportunities with characters in the park thoroughfares can be long. So, booking in for the characters breakfast buffet at Storytellers (or restaurants in Disneyland itself) ensures your children get their cherished photos and all-important hug from cartoon heroes who do the rounds, visiting each table in turn. Just make sure you book well in advance of your visit as seats fill quickly.

By day the parks are a vision splendid – gleaming paintwork, pristine walkways and trees laden with blooms so divine I figure they must be fake. I check; they are not. By night, the scene is equally enchanting when the structures come alive against a backdrop of light effects, fireworks and show tunes for the Fantasmic! show at Disneyland, and World of Color at California Adventure.

The latter is staged near the lake at Pixar Pier and sets huge jets of water and perfectly timed pyrotechnics to vignettes from classic Disney and Pixar movies.

My children’s eyes light up at the awesome spectacle and I can’t help thinking it’s a fitting finale to our magical stay at Disneyland.

Well that, or another spin around Ornament Valley.

Three-day Park Hopper Ticket for Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, from $US335 (ages 3-9), $US355 (age 10+).

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Anaheim, California, rooms from $US586 a night. disneyland.disney.go.com

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AT HOME

The very thing Stylist Hayley Jenkin likes to repurpose treasured family possessions when reworking a living space Leesa Maher

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holehearted Studio’s Hayley Jenkin has forged a career as a photographic stylist, crafting looks for businesses wanting to put their stamp on everything from billboards to print advertisements and social media.

Interiors are her forte and she worked with Pottery Barn to make over the living room in the Ashgrove home of Alison Hutley, owner of Brisbane’s Botanica Real Food.

Hayley took Alison’s love of neutrals up a notch with hits of rust and blue, inspired by the city’s natural light.

Here, the stylist reveals her style inspirations and top tips for creating a living room to love.

What does your work entail?

A photographic stylist is someone who styles primarily for photos. Our job involves creating the look and mood of the photograph, working alongside the photographer to get the shot ‘just right’. I work with national and international businesses, usually in the interior or product industries, and home magazines like Inside Out, Real Living, and fashion.

Tell us about this project ...

The brief was to create a family-oriented living room that was relaxed and layered with items the family owned and loved. It needed to look like a real family living

room, in the owner’s own style. The first step was Alison making a Pottery Barn wish list, so we worked with her selections and created a room that was uniquely ‘her’.

How did that work?

Alison knew what she liked furniture-wise, so my job was to work with her favourite Pottery Barn pieces and style them in a way that would tie the room together. I was commissioned to style on the day of the shoot, but usually I work on the project in the weeks leading up to it as well.

What were the key objectives?

The current lounge room was functional

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but lacked layered styling or decorative beauty. So my goal was to create a room that Alison was really proud of, and could enjoy. We first selected some things from other rooms in the house that weren’t being put to use in a decorative way, and included them in the details of the room.

We made use of her chinoiserie heirloom vase, family photos, art created by her children ... I love styling with things that have meaning to my clients.

going to last the test of time. I love adding greenery and art, art and more art is also a must have.

What are your golden rules when it comes to styling living rooms?

Make use of things you really love! Buying things just because they are trending is not

What are three things we could do right now to freshen up a tired space?

The first thing is to edit out the things no longer needed or loved. It doesn’t mean

Where do you find inspiration?

From the clients I work with. I like to work out what it is they love first before I get too carried away. Travelling and staying in Airbnbs inspires me a lot, too. I am also obsessed with blogs like The Design Files and interior design magazines.

throwing things out, but sometimes a declutter and packing things away in a cupboard for a season will allow you to see a room in a new light. Then, make a list of things you do need once you have done that; it will give you a chance to think objectively about it before you hit the shops. And then finally, make sure you are surrounding yourself with things you love.

If you could live in any house, past or present, whose would it be?

It sounds cliched but my own house now, I just love it because it is me! It’s a 1930s Queenslander on the Sunshine Coast that I bought a couple of years ago and have

been doing up. It is a five-bedroom house, which seemed an overwhelming task to restore, but I am nearly finished and she is looking beautiful.

What do you love about it?

That it has all its original plaster detail ceilings and fixtures like the brass door knobs. I even love its creaky floorboards. I love its white picket fence and the flourishing gardens. It isn’t a mansion by any means, but I love its simplicity.

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Phil Brown We combed our hair down to look like the Fab Four. That turned me onto turtle necks and I have been a devotee ever since Winter is here and finally my turtlenecks are getting a good run. This is the time of the year when I spend most of my time in a black turtleneck although I have expanded my repertoire to include navy.

I even have a maroon one too, which is as close to a State of Origin jersey as I will get.

I do love a nice turtleneck although it’s surprising how hard it is to find just the right one. I have for the past few years alternated between two fine merino numbers but tragically I had to retire one late last winter. I did search high and low for a replacement but you wouldn't believe how hard it is to find one.

My go-to now is mail order from the London-based gentleman’s outfitter Charles Tyrwhitt and I already had a heavier navy one from them but found they also do a nice fine merino black one which I ordered recently. When it arrived I tried it on and it was perfect. I can’t tell you how happy that made me. Now I have a suitable quiver of turtlenecks to get me through the winter.

I have always been a wearer of them and when I lived in Melbourne I spent most of the year in a black turtleneck which seemed to suit the Bohemian demimonde.

In Melbourne you can wear one all year round, which I liked.

It’s a bit of a beatnik look I know but it suits me, I think. Although it did once mean that I was the subject of ridicule.

That was when I did an in-conversation event with the incorrigible actor and author William McInnes, the boy from Redcliffe, who spent half the evening ridiculing me for being a black skivvywearing, inner-city trendoid. Bless him.

I don’t care for the word skivvy actually.

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Our uniform was blue turtleneck sweaters, stovepipe jeans and Beatles boots, which were all the rage then. We combed our hair down to try to look like the Fab Four. That turned me onto turtlenecks and I have been a devotee ever since.

I have a quiver of four for daywear and a zip-up one that is part of my active wear wardrobe. I love a cold winter’s day when I can wear my jumbo cords, a black turtleneck and my tweedy houndstooth sports jacket. That’s really living, right?

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to the city A modern and stylish design sets this renovated house apart Blending contemporary and traditional character, this recently-renovated home near Paddington’s range of cafes and restaurants offers atrium-style interiors and plenty of living and entertaining space.

It was designed by DAH Architecture (DAHA) and appointed by Elm Interiors, and has a light-filled, multi-level functional floorplan with five bedrooms and a seamless indoor-to-outdoor flow.

There’s street appeal from the outset, with the facade featuring a black and white colour palette, roof gables and a front

porch. Inside the residence, a central hallway veers right to the open-plan living hub, which is striking with its floor-toceiling glass panels across one entire wall of the room.

Views capture outdoor greenery and the pool, with sliding glass doors providing access to these outdoor entertaining areas.

Back inside, other highlights of the decor include 5m high ceilings in an exposed black steel frame construction, white and black tones, and richly-coloured flooring.

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Most of the bedrooms sit at the other end of the hallway, with the main suite boasting carpet flooring, extensive glass, and a huge luxury ensuite with floor-toceiling tiles, a stand-alone bathtub and dual vanities.

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A set of glass bi-fold doors open to a tidy yard area, while the bedroom on this floor features a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite.

Californian style Thoughtfully renovated to blend modern and traditional character features, this Californian bungalow-style house is on the market for the first time in 30 years.

A picturesque facade with a roof gable sets the tone for the interiors, with the entry leading into the ground level living hub.

There’s a lounge room with dark flooring and beautiful, large sliding glass doors; this space leads into a family area with a fireplace.

Light-toned timber complements the rest of the white and dark colour palette.

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With its high peaked roof, ceiling fans, paved floors and views of surrounding greenery, this area is ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Steps from here lead to an in-ground pool and grassy flat yard.

Back inside, the lower level also includes an office, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

A timber staircase ascends to the two remaining bedrooms, with the main suite boasting a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite.

This charming property has an array of additional features such as established gardens and lush hedges, dual street access, a double garage, ceiling fans, white window shutters, and airconditioning.

WAVELL HEIGHTS 30 Campbell Tce Land: 840sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Jamie Charman, Ray White Albion; ph: 3157 1841 or 0403 474 189 Auction: On site, Saturday (Jun 15), 10am

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THE OXLADE

NEW FARM

6/80 Oxlade Drive

The Oxlade was created to conjure a sense of belonging, with an unmistakable sense of luxury that complements the location. Designed by award winning architects bureau^proberts, Residence 6 has been individually crafted and orientated to embrace stunning views of the river. This exquisitely appointed three bedroom residence includes natural stone finishes, premium Gaggenau cooking appliances, herringbone timber floors and an expansive riverfront balcony. Complete with three car secure garage, storage and concierge service at your fingertips.

The Oxlade is perfectly poised to embrace all that riverfront living has to offer.

3 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR

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SALES SUITE 70 Oxlade Drive New Farm.

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553 JASON CHAFFEY 0408 208 939 PLC-OP0018_BN_A

Capturing what is one of the best views in Brisbane, this awe-inspiring, two entire-floor, luxury apartment is in a league of its own.

UNFORGETTABLE NEW FARM

10/170 Bowen Terrace

With a generous 670m2 interior graced by a selection of lavish and modern inclusions, this residence, designed by award-winning architect Justin O’Neill, fosters a living experience of distinction.

With walls of glass and enviable entertaining areas taking full advantage of its exclusive position, this incredible residence delivers a backdrop unlike anywhere else. With this boutique building a short stroll from Howard Smith Wharves and moments from James Street, a life of comfort and indulgence awaits those lucky enough to live here.

4 BED 4 BATH 6 CAR

TENDER Closing Fri 21 Jun at 4pm INSPECT By appointment only

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BOUTIQUE BALMORAL

47 Collings Street

Occupying a prestigious position in cosmopolitan Balmoral, 47 Collings hosts three residences of exceeding sophistication and unmatched size. This rare setting overlooks Haw thorne and Bulimba, placed to foster a peaceful, elevated existence. Comprising three bedrooms, two separate living areas, generous kitchen with butler’s pantry and seamless indoor/outdoor experience. 47 Collings Street is truly unique, with the Penthouse sold, settlement is late 2019.

3 BED 3 BATH 2/3 CAR +2 LIVING +STUDY +WINE CELLAR

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SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP0018_BN_C

BREATHTAKING KANGAROO POINT

202/21 Pixley Street

A rare opportunity to purchase in the tightly-held boutique Watermark building. This three bedroom property is fronted at low river level and spreads across 197m2, with an enormous terrace overlooking the the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows ensure the striking scenery can also be savoured within the light-filled interior while river breezes, ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans guarantee an airy ambience. With the complex incorporating a pool, spa, sauna and barbeque area, residents can effortlessly holiday at home.

The excellent location offers easy access to the riverfront boardwalk leading to South Bank.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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AUCTION Wed 19 Jun at 6pm Place, 291 Shafston Ave, Kangaroo Point INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am or by appointment

MICHAEL BACON 0423 342 707 SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 PLC-OP0018_BN_D

BARCA BULIMBA

FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 3 – 3:30pm or by appointment

2202/59 Byron Street

Luxuriously appointed, this brand new ground floor residence offers an expansive 298m2 of living space.

A 10m wide, north facing absolute river frontage creates a private and tranquil environment. Positioned in the prestigious Barca Bulimba development, designed by award-winning architects Arkhefield, you will be impressed with the quality of craftsmanship and timeless elegance throughout. High ceilings transition through the vast living and dining space that complements the modern kitchen. Three bedrooms, direct lift access, side-by-side double lock-up garage and access to 25m lap pool complete this magnificent offering.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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CASTLEBAR

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18N/39 Castlebar Street

This recently renovated full-floor penthouse offers a total of 470m2 living area, with an incredible north-east riverfront position that captures river and city views. With over 100m2 of covered outdoor alfresco space, wet bar and barbeque, it is perfect to entertain your guests any time of the day.

This penthouse is a house alternative, situated across one level with a cinema, office, games room and a lock-up five car garage. Castlebar is renowned for its resort style facilities which complement the property’s 74m river frontage! This is an unrepeatable opportunity.

4 BED 4+ BATH 5 CAR +STUDY +POOL +GYM

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AUCTION Wed 19 Jun at 6pm Place, 291 Shafston Ave, Kangaroo Point INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:30pm or by appointment

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SKYHOME

KANGAROO POINT

48/30 O’Connell Street

Timelessly elegant yet unpretentious and comfortable, this absolute riverfront penthouse offers elevated inner city living. A quiet and peaceful location, with the perfect north-east aspect, the 424m2 floor plan spans over two generous levels. Wrapped by an equally generous 270 degree outdoor balcony, capturing stunning vistas of the Brisbane River, Gateway Bridge and sparkling city skyline.

Soaring ceilings are accentuated through the multiple living spaces with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, study, three lock-up car garage and an abundance of storage complete this penthouse.

4 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR + TENNIS COURT + POOL

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ZAHRA NEW FARM

55 Oxlade Drive

Presenting 234m2 of premium designer living, this recently completed apartment is located in one of Brisbane’s most coveted addresses. Featuring an interior graced with clean lines, luxury finishes, and an intelligent, flowing layout that highlights the mesmerising river vistas from the balcony, there is no compromise – this apartment has been crafted for those that enjoy the finer things in life.

Positioned in the thriving suburb of New Farm, this residence is complemented by an enviable lifestyle moments from the Brisbane CBD.

3 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR +POOL + ROOF TOP ZEN GARDEN

FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 9:30 – 10am & 3 – 3:30pm or by appointment

MICHAEL HATZIFOTIS 0414 048 604

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PRIME HAWTHORNE

119 Virginia Avenue

Sprawled across a flat 1,335m2 corner block in one of Brisbane’s premier streets, this elegant Californian bungalow-inspired residence is designed on one level of spacious living. Fronted by a landscaped garden, this character-filled residence features a contemporary extension complementing the original build, enhancing liveability and entertaining capacity without compromise to the home’s origins. Located in prestigious Hawthorne, this address is surrounded by multi-million dollar homes and tightly-held properties along with an exceptional variety of modern conveniences, including the popular Oxford Street.

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

AUCTION Sat 22 Jun at 1pm, On-site Unless sold prior INSPECT Wed 5:30 – 6pm & Sat 1 – 1:30pm or by appointment

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EXECUTIVE HENDRA

6 General Street

Graced by premium qualit y appointments and state-of-the-ar t features throughout, this residence sets a new benchmark, one of opulence and absolute indulgence. With an eclectic mix of styles, textures and colours, the home boasts a classical Hamptons aesthetic with elements of modern design. The result is a beautiful home that emanates sophistication but maintains simplicity at its core. With five bedrooms, four bathrooms and several generously sized living areas, this executive property offers an elevated living experience.

5 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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AUCTION Sat 22 Jun at 12pm, On-site INSPECT Sat 11am – 12pm or by appointment

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75 Pring Street

Positioned on a 1439m2* corner block on one title with dual frontage to Gerler Road and Pring Street. This home features an entrance hall with 6.5m* ceilings framed by stained glass windows. Kitchen with gas cooktop and marble bench tops. Separate lounge, formal dining and billiard room all with 2.8m* ceilings. This home is located 7km* from the Brisbane CBD. Real property: L1 on RP78523. * Approximately.

4 BED 2 BATH + POOL AUCTION Sat 22 June On-site INSPECT Sat 1 – 1:30pm & Wed 5:30 – 6pm

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Boasting family appeal This impressive five-bedroom family home places priority on relaxed living spaces.

Featuring four levels of premier designer living, with high-quality fixtures and fittings, it is a luxury family home as much as it is an entertainer’s dream.

Showcasing contemporary style at its finest, the home’s stunning facade is graced with the hallmarks of modern architecture, including angled lines, rectangular forms

NORMAN PARK 87 Agnew St Land: 405sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Paula Pearce, Place Bulimba; ph: 3107 6999 or 0417 433 098 For sale: By negotiation

and an elegant mix of materials.

Complete with polished timber floors, raked ceilings and natural light, there is an undeniable sense of space that allows for a relaxed, casual lifestyle in the property.

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ASCOT

84 Dobson Street

Situated in a quiet complex of only four, this exceptional townhome offers a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. Composed of generous, light-filled interiors with high ceilings and enviable entertaining areas, this beautiful home features a design that emphasises both style and function while retaining a look and feel that is in keeping with Ascot’s character homes. With the surrounding area dotted with amenities and local highlights, including Racecourse Road and Portside, Brisbane Airport this opportunity is too good to miss.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

FOR SALE From $850.000 INSPECT Sat 10 – 10:30am & 2 – 2:30pm & Wed 12 – 12:30pm or by appointment

PATRICK MCKINNON 0431 430 760

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KANGAROO POINT 3/76 Thorn Street A Rare Opportunity - Waterfront Villa

• 3 outside areas overlooking the river

Situated in the private Dundrenan Residences complex that houses

• Kitchen with storage, stainless steel

exclusively high-end properties, this beautifully presented two-level riverfront

appliances and pantry

villa offers a highly desired north-eastern aspect with breathtaking waterfront

• Separate laundry and powder room

views. The lower level seamlessly integrates the kitchen and living areas into

• Walk-in robe in Master Suite and built-in

an open plan layout that flows out on to the alfresco. An internal staircase

robes in all other bedrooms

leads to the upper floor, housing the Master Suite and two more spacious

• Ducted air-conditioning throughout

bedrooms with en-suites. This property perfectly fuses classical inspiration

• Polished timber flooring throughout

and modern finesse, with polished timber floors throughout and beautiful

• Live-in onsite management

waterfront views, only minutes from all Kangaroo Point has to offer.

• Access to the waterfront boardwalk

Auction: 29th June 2019 Sat 10am onsite Open Homes: Sat 11am - 11:30am Sat 1pm - 1:30pm Kangaroo Point Real Estate 180 Main Street Kangaroo Point

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Original charm One of the last remaining original Queenslanders in the suburb, this property has an array of distinct character features and enormous potential for renovation.

It sits on a tree-lined street, near Hendra railway station and within walking distance of cafes. The facade boasts traditional features including a gable roof, butterfly staircase, and a covered wraparound veranda with white balustrades.

Entry is via the veranda and a timber door with a leadlight design, which leads into a hallway running down the centre of the original floorplan.

It’s flanked by six bedrooms with high ceilings, pine floors, VJ walls, decorative breezeways and French doors that open to the veranda, which wraps around three sides of the house and provides extra living space for leisure and entertaining.

The formal living and dining area sits at the rear of the floorplan in an open-plan configuration. Here, the decor includes VJ walls and casement windows.

The traditional kitchen is adjacent and has plenty of scope for refurbishment. Also from this space is a staircase leading to the

backyard, while a bathroom and laundry complete the floorplan.

Outside, the rear yard is large and flat, with space for a pool and an entertaining area, subject to council approval.

Agent Jon Finney says the property has been owned by the same, prominent racing family for a century.

“Now is your chance to make your mark on an icon of local history and let the next generation establish themselves in this long-standing home,” he says.

HENDRA 55 Bowley St Land: 845sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Jon Finney, Ray White Albion; ph: 3157 1841 or 0412 984 491 For sale: By negotiation

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This fully renovated Mediterranean-style double storey home with absolute river frontage and uninterrupted views of the beautiful Brisbane River is positioned on 1086m2 of prestige land with a resort-like pool and private pontoon in a quiet and peaceful location just a short walk to St Peters Lutheran College. Featuring multiple indoor/outdoor living areas, fireplace and landscaped gardens, this remarkable riverfront home has it all.

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This striking architecturally designed bespoke home offers low maintenance living with premium quality appointments. The oversized terraced house boasts 357m2 of useable living space and absolute frontage to the city’s highly anticipated 18-hole champion golf course set in Minnippi’s 90-hectare estate. With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, powder room and several generously sized living areas, this property offers the perfect balance of sophisticated design and modern functionality. In addition, the plunge pool alongside the private outdoor patio gives you abundant space to entertain and unwind.

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ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE – ONE OF A HANDFUL OF PERFECT NORTHERLY ASPECT DEEP WATER MOOLOOLABA WATERFRONT HOMES - THIS IS THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN!

31 Carwoola Crescent, Mooloolaba You don’t need to travel all the way to Noosa to experience the best of what the Sunshine Coast has to offer. Designed by Frank Macchia, this architectural statement is within easy walking distance to everything that Mooloolaba has to offer. Boasting four bedrooms, an office, studio, two kitchens, and an amazing steam-room, this home was built on over 150 piles ensuring it will stand the test of time. Whilst being striking from any angle, this house is still an amazing family home. Arrange your private inspection today.

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Deep water access Pontoon for 58ft vessel Central lift to all floors Stunning family feel home Generating 100 kWh solar Private heated lap pool

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• Enormous kitchen, huge w/in pantry, d/washer, plenty of bench space • Massive 15m long covered entertaining area to host your social events, with the picturesque backdrop overlooking the inground pool • Triple car garage, 5kw solar panels, s/system with cctv, 90,000 ltr water tank + more • Breathe in the fresh country air & soak in the glorious natural surroundings ~Call Janine Geck 0418 719 555

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As private as it is picturesque, this unique north-east facing 1.09 hectare (2.5+ acres) estate in one of Brisbane’s premier locales with its 60m+ absolute frontage to the river and original 6 bedroom Griffin & Knowlman home high above the 2011 floods is to be sold for the first time in nearly 40 years and is a rare opportunity to secure a holding of incredible size incredibly close to the city. May be sold prior to auction.

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Rural retreat awaits Perfectly positioned just 3.5km from Canungra and only 36km from the pristine beaches of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, Oakland is the epitome of a rural retreat, according to listing agent Danny Bukowski.

“A luxury family home, privacy, farreaching views and facilities in place to indulge your equestrian passion as well,” he says.

“Taking advantage of the Air BnB trend, the owners have opened the doors of magnificent Oakland House and are now enjoying a very handy extra income.”

The property encompasses 10.02ha with Canungra Creek winding around the front boundary and the property will be sold with the current 5ha irrigation licence.

While the houses are elevated to maximise the Lamington Valley views, the fertile creek flats are fenced into horse paddocks with a couple of hillside paddocks offering protection for livestock during wet weather.

The main house features five bedrooms, including four upstairs with built-in wardrobes, ceiling fans and French doors which open onto verandas.

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The main bedroom is completed by a bay window seat, stylish ensuite and walkin wardrobe.

Additional interior details to the main property include Western Australian Jarrah floors and a main bathroom with spa, marble floor tiles, large shower and television point.

The second residence includes a main bedroom with built-in wardrobes and an additional bedroom, along with an openplan kitchen, dining and living room.

CANUNGRA 48 Double Crossing Rd Land: 10.02ha Inspect: By appointment Agent: Danny Bukowski, Raine & Horne Rural; ph: 5518 8010 or 0427 007 116 For sale: By expressions of interest closing Friday (Jun 14), 5pm

ON SITE SATURDAY 15 JUNE, 8:45AM

UNLIKE NO OTHER… IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN! A 50-acre parcel of land, boasting rich fertile soil, unlimited water supply, extensive infrastructure, and a meticulously restored gracious homestead, perfectly positioned on top of the ridge showcasing some of the most magnificent views of the Glass House Mountains.

• Separate two bedroom living quarters • 3400sqm. steel shed area with power and water • 50 Amps of 3-phase underground power • Current permit for 18-acre subdivision

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Beautifully appointed throughout, this home has an abundance of space and a practical family layout.

Open plan living flows seamlessly from kitchen, lounge, dining area to the outdoor entertaining space overlooking the saltwater in-ground pool. Stunning tiled flooring on the ground floor, spacious gourmet entertainer's kitchen with butler’s pantry, luxurious master suite with enviable walk in robe and ensuite and a further 3 oversized bedrooms with built-in robes are some of the prominent features of this executive, contemporary home.

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excess tension via a healthy fitness regimen. You should also treat yourself to at least one luxury.

GEMINI Across (May 21 - June 21)

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If given a second chance at ventures that 5 Using few words (7) previously didn’t go so well, figure out who’s at what, and (7) drum up a solid 9 best Fallacious sense of teamwork. Should love or 10 Dampen (7) benefits come your way, accept with 11 Amalgamate gratitude.

In the same spirit,(5) give openly and rewards will return when 12 Widespread (9)you most need them. Best news: some experience 13 Central US state (9) a gentle stroll down memory lane.

there’s a noticeable increase in your “can-do” list. This could be some higher spiritual element creeping into the equation. Whatever’s happening, you’re tapping into something extraordinary.

With good fortune on side as well, why not take a risk or two? Use all blessings to your advantage.

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26 A facial expression – a 22 This is one form of 14 The world’s oceans (5,4) No one can accuse you of not pulling SCORPIO sinister one (7) disturbance (5) 15 Main (9) your weight. You’ve been working long (October 24 - November 22) 27 Colours blended in 23 Fall behind it at the end 16 Colonised (7) and hard, so stay primed for special Supposedly, everyone is innocent until Dresden (7) of the day (5) 17 Grille (7) surprises. Perhaps a pay rise, or small proven guilty. But should your 28 They come to the fore in 19 Necessarily entail (7) lottery win? Many Taureans also seem suspicions be aroused this week, no one the boot and shoe industry QUICK CLUES 20 To a great extent (7) to be back in touch with every friend on gets the benefit of the doubt. Being so (7) Across 22 Person of priggish the planet. Singles may find romance via astute, it’s all-but impossible to get the Down 1 Persian Gulf sheikdom (7) modesty (5) family connections. Fun follows. better of you. If necessary, release any 1 Given medical care at 5 Using few words (7) 23 Oscillate (5) CROSSWORD ANSWERS. CRYPTIC: Across: 1 Taken up, 5 Hairnet, 9 Extorts, 10 Inertia, 11 Twang, 12 Exonerate, 13 Dispersal, 15 Dales, 16 Gifts, 18 Point duty, 21 Adrenalin, 24 Capon, 25 Italian, 26 Grimace, 27 Reddens, 28 Toecaps. Down: 1 Treated, 2 Kitbags, 3 No regrets, 4 Posse, 5 Hoi polloi, 6 Irene, 7 Netball, 8 Traders, 14 Supplants, 15 Detective, 16 Glazier, 17 Forward, 19 Uppsala, 20 Yankees, 22 Noise, 23 Night.

QUICK: Across: 1 Bahrain, 5 Laconic, 9 Unsound, 10 Moisten, 11 Unite, 12 Extensive, 13 Tennessee, 15 Pagan, 16 Sight, 18 Vestigial, 21 Trappings, 24 Cover, 25 Leisure, 26 Impulse, 27 Digress, 28 Gallery. Down: 1 Bouquet, 2 Hessian, 3 Amusement, 4 Nudge, 5 Limitless, 6 Cairn, 7 Nothing, 8 Canteen, 14 Seven seas, 15 Principal, 16 Settled, 17 Grating, 19 Involve, 20 Largely, 22 Prude, 23 Swing.

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