Coast Magazine Summer 2010

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edition 17 Summer 2010

A magazine for living, relaxing & enjoying life by the coast coast

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Be amazed at the stunning beauty of over 100,000 Australian plants Get involved! Summer activities, events and programmes Explore the extensive bushland from our walk and cycle tracks Discover the woodland picnic area The story of Gums New guided tour every Tuesday – includes billy tea and damper Relax in the new Boonerwurrung Cafe overlooking the Garden

Summer Magic at the Australian Garden

ONLY 50 MINUTES FROM MELBOURNE!

Enquire about our events and activities programme

Open every day except Christmas Day, from 9am to 5pm.

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contents &features

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Coast Life

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What’s New

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15 Minutes of Fame Jason French

Surfer Profile Neil Luke

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Our Fragile Coast A Desal Update

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Arts & Events Guide

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2 (coast) People Carolyn Langdon & Larry Hills

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What’s Cool this Summer (pg. 57 & 59)

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Feature Areas Inverloch & Mornington Peninsula (pg.115 )

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Around town (pg.153 & 199) See what’s happening around your town

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Where to Eat The ultimate guide on where to wine, dine & snack

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Dine Out We preview Archies on the Creek

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My Favourite Recipe Vela 9 Inverloch & Verde Mt Eliza (pg. 123)

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Coast Property

210

Advertiser Index A quick reference

features

SUMMER FASHION Sizzling summer looks

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Stormin’ Norman This old digger is full of surprises

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Artist Profile Anita Stepano-Ross Paws Galore Saving lives one by one

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Artist Profile Mark Reyment

SUMMER ATTRACTIONS All you need to enjoy summer

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Polperro Swim with the dolphins

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Sculpture Delights McClelland Gallery +Sculpture

124

Broome Bliss 128 Tales from the far north-west

BUILDING + RENOVATION FEATURE 169

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meet the team Patika Reed – Mischief Maker What do you love about summer on the coast?

Hangin’ out at mum’s milkbar. It’s the grooviest one in town!

What do you enjoy about working for Coast?

Are you kidding! I’ve only just been born.

Something people don’t know about you?

That my name is Patika . . . I’ve been called ‘Peanut’ for over 9 months now.

Who you would most like to have dinner with?

Well, at this stage . . . Mum! And I’m really looking forward to solid food.

Ryan Thomas – Graphic Designer What do you love about summer on the coast?

Being so close to the beach and being able to go there whenever I want to.

What do you enjoy about working for Coast?

I am doing what I really want to do now (graphic design). I really enjoy what I do and the relaxed nature of it (until you get to print deadline!).

Something people don’t know about you?

I was nominated for Young Gippslander of the Year once, I think for something to do with cricket – I’ll have to ask my mum on that one!

Who you would most like to have dinner with?

Adam Sandler would be hilarious or Ricky Gervais – to have a good laugh!

Christina Prochazka – Photographer What do you love about summer on the coast?

I come out of hibernation! I love the lifestyle and walking my dogs on the beach. I am a Piscean, so I love living by the sea.

What do you enjoy about working for Coast?

I love the people – all of them I have met so far are lovely.

Something people don’t know about you?

Both my parents are Czech. Also, I’ve been hypnotised before. I had to shake my bootie to the audience. I’d like to do it again!

Who you would most like to have dinner with?

You can’t beat a summer bbq with your family and friends

Taylor Hammond – Advertising What do you love about summer on the coast?

Summer is when it really hits me how lucky I am to live on the island.

What do you enjoy about working for Coast?

I consider it a privilege to work for Coast. Not only is it a great publication, I work with such beautiful, creative and inspirational people.

Something people don’t know about you?

Hmmmm hard question - I’m too open about everything...I can’t seem to keep anything to myself whether anyone wants to know about it or not.

Who you would most like to have dinner with?

Ian Wright, he was a travel correspondent for the Lonely Plant Pilot Guides. He would have to be one of the most funny and entertaining people I have ever seen on TV and would have a million hilarious stories to tell.

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mighty mossvale music

In 2010 you’ll be treated to not one but three amazing music events at beautiful Mossvale Park with artists such as Vieux Farka Toure (pictured), Old Crowe Medicine Show, Mia Dyson, & Kasey Chambers, you’d better book fast.

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Dell from 1 Soul in Wonthaggi and Cindy Hyde are a perfect pair. Cindy makes the costumes for her gothic belly dancing hobby and Dell weaves her magic with her crochet creations. If you want some of their magic in your life check them out on Facebook: Cinful Thoughts and Dellicious Crochet, or contact Dell at 1 Soul in Wonthaggi on 5672 5338.

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first love

calling all kids!

This feature-length surf movie takes an in-depth look at the lives of three passionate young girls from Phillip Island en route to becoming pro-surfers. It documents the everyday lives of Niki van Dijk, India Payne and Jess Laing. Think penguins, ugg boots, rugged cliffs and steely blue skies as opposed to Aloha, Pearl Harbour and the pink and yellow swell of Hawaiian sunsets. With magic footage and stellar photography this movie will surprise,entertain and inspire a generation of female surfers..

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The 2009 ‘Kids of the Coast’ book was a huge success with close to $12,000 raised for Relay For Life. To view or order the book please contact 5956 6728.

Registrations are now being taken for 2010 so call now to avoid missing out!

To view some images, visit blog.lenstolife.com.au

make tracks to womad

It’s four heavenly nights and three great days of music, arts and dance from every corner of the globe, all set in Adelaide’s beautiful Botanic Park. Highlights for 2010 include Ravi Shankar (India), Calexico (USA), Babylon Circus (France) and Australia’s Xavier Rudd and Mama Kim. Friday 5 – Monday 8 March 2010 www.womadelaide.com

Take the challenge to swim the 500 metres across from San Remo to Phillip Island and then run the 2km back we dare you!

And it’s all for a good cause.

Sat 30 Jan www. islandevents. com.au

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Coast caught up with the ‘vox’ of Grinspoon, Phil Jamieson, to talk life and festivals.

What does the coast mean to you?

It has always been a big part of my life. When I was young, I was always trying to boogie-board, always getting caught in rips. I grew up on the coast, so I am a ‘coastie!’

What do you love about the festival crowds?

They are a crazy lot sometimes! Everyone is there to enjoy themselves, so half my work is done.

See some of the Greatest Moments in History recreated in sand as Sand Sculpting Australia returns to the picturesque Frankston Waterfront (Melway: 100A A9). Moments captured include the 1969 moon landing and cavemen discovering fire. Einstein and Michael Jackson are also featured! Starting Boxing Day, the exhibition opens every day at 10:00am until 26 April. www.visitfrankston.com

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the life and times of fatty Artist Sian Adnam’s latest creation is a character she calls ‘Fatty’. “It’s her personality that is larger than life. I sculpt each piece to depict Fatty’s personal and private spaces.

She epitomises the many quirky characters I’ve come across and also puts me in touch with my own inner Fatty,” says Sian. Get your own Fatty @ www. artyfarty.com.au

What can festival-goers expect from Grinspoon?

Not sure: we are just getting our heads around it at the moment. With six albums we have a lot to choose from, and that causes the most arguments in the band. I dare say I’ll be wearing a shirt, maybe a hat and I’ll do a few stupid dance moves, but I won’t be as extravagant as Beyoncé!

What will you be doing at midnight on new year’s?

I’ll be dancing to’Walking on a Dream’ by Empire of the Sun with Luke – he’s a good friend and I’m really proud of him.

WIN! We have one full festival pass to give away. Send us an email by 18 Dec telling us in 50 words why you love summer on the coast to editorial@coastmagazine.net *Please note, pass for pick up from Coast Office.

life experience ‘Three Quotes from a Plumber’ is the story of Sally White. This wife and mother of two young boys, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2007. A chance meeting with renowned neurosurgeon Charlie Teo changed her life, and this is a book to inspire others faced with a similar fate.

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the universe provides Local artists Andrew McPherson, Neil Shaw and Anne Roussac-Hoyne (pictured here) recently combined their talents in salvaged and found materials at Foster’s Stockyard Gallery.

(Pictured work by Grant Flather)

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fresh is best

reach for the stars

Fresh describes the new Pelican Views foreshore venue proudly developed by the San Remo Fishermans’ Co-op. Pick up local whole fresh seafood directly off the boats or savour the classic fish and chip in a contemporary venue surrounded by sea and harbour views.

Visit once and you will never want to eat fish anywhere else. 190 Marine Pde, San Remo.

A personal coach helps you achieve your goals and full potential. Remove obstacles, jump hurdles and you will soon feel born again and start to revel in your new life. Don’t feel frustrated for one more day visit www.vision-n-life.com

the great escape Stepping inside the luxurious confines of the new V escape salon at Safety Beach is like being encapsulated in a gorgeous jewel box. You are treated to the ultimate pampering experience in hair, beauty and makeup. www.vescape.com.au 5987 1185

caring for wildlife pure indulgence The Island Spa in Cowes is a modern cottage retreat nestled amongst your own bush sanctuary where absolute pampering takes precedence. Replace stress with relaxation and invigoration adding years to your life. Everyone deserves time to take care of themselves and The Island Spa is the ultimate haven.

Treat yourself today call 5952 6466

Vaughn & Cheryl from Simply Blooming Gorgeous Florist have a passion for nature and animal conservation. They have established a registered organisation to promote and support wildlife organisations in Australia. They have also launched a range of greeting cards and photography. Call 5672 1708

be enchanted Feel good about what you are putting into your body with Mangowood Gluten Free Fine Foods.

Gluten free doesn’t mean you have to give up any favourites, nor substitute taste or variety. Mangowood fare is packed full of flavour. Relish in the colour and charm of the food, the place and the people.

Welcome to 6 Smith St Warragul

introducing Eugenies on Sandymount. Inverloch’s all- new, self contained furnished accommodation.

This Edwardian-style, 2-storey home suits up to 10 people with 5 king size rooms each with ensuite and 2 with spas. 3 separate lounge and dining rooms provides guests with additional retreats and beautiful landscaped gardens create privacy and relaxation.

Make a booking at info@eugenies.com.au

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The very humble Jason French is one of only a few hundred car modellers in the world. From seeing his first clay car as a child to being part of the team that designed the Audi TT, he has had a colourful career shaping some of the world’s most popular cars with his bare hands…

fifteenminutesoffame How did your career begin?

It all started when I saw a full-size car made of clay in a design studio. My father was an engineer and I was with him on school holidays. I went on to do a five-year apprenticeship, got a traineeship then did a show car for Buick. It’s really intense work - seven days a week. Show cars are all about new concepts and technology. They are like a teaser for the public.

What does a car modeller actually do?

We mould the car shapes by hand using clay. We get a brief from the client and the development of the shape can go on for up to three months. The first clay model is a quarter scale and then we work up to a full (real) size car. About four people would shape the car and between four and eight would put a show car together.

There are only about two or three hundred people in the world who do what I do. A lot of us jump from country to country. It’s a very creative process. You have to have a flair. They give you a brief with words like ‘fast and sleek’. Then you go away and try to interpret what they have said. They might say ‘puffier’ – i.e. the panels need to be more rounded.

A memorable moment?

I worked for Audi in Germany. Audi has been my favourite company to work for - their cars are all about looks, style and class. The design for the TT was drawn on a napkin over lunch in a restaurant in Munich! We were all sitting around and ‘the gods’ were talking about the fact that they wanted to develop a sports car to replace the Audi convertible. The designer drew a picture on a napkin.

Everyone went ‘wow’ and it just went from there! They took it back and made a scale model. They sold it to upper management and got the finance for a show car. Audi actually picked up the TT and didn’t drop their convertible model, so now they have two sports cars.

Other highlights?

I’ve worked for a lot of major companies and have done show cars and production models. I worked on an Audi Le Man car at the concept stage. I have done Buick show cars here in Australia and Lincoln and Aston Martin show cars in England - very James Bond!

An English entrepreneur asked to me design an aeroplane seat and

words as told to sally o’neill photo warren reed it’s now in the new Airbus. I worked at the advanced studio for Audi in Ingolstadt in Germany for a couple of years - it was fantastic. I also worked at the satellite studio for Porsche in Germany. The hardest studio to work in was Subaru in Japan (I was one of the first foreigners to work there) and I also worked for Saab – the winters in Sweden are very long. Both of those experiences were culture shocks!

Is it competitive?

It’s a very small world. There’s a lot of secrecy. Some companies will get you working on a car without talking to you, just to see what you would naturally do, and discover your habits. You bring the trends of the last company you worked at into your work, so they can see what the other companies are doing through you! You can’t ever discuss what you do.

It is really a dying art and computers are being used more and more.

Do you like driving fast?

In Germany you’ve got the autobahns where you can drive as fast as you want. I drove 310kph in a turbo Audi station wagon – a station wagon, would you believe it? I would like to have a try around the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit: that’s something I haven’t done yet.

Your favourite car?

The new Audi R7 Spyder exhibited at the 2009 Frankfurt motor show.

Your favourite car colour?

Black with lots of chrome!

What do you love about the coast?

I’ve been coming to Phillip Island since I could drive. I have always enjoyed surfing. It’s like living a dream when you are overseas: you forget it’s not real. When you come home, the bubble sort of bursts.

But I love Phillip Island, I love the beach and there’s no pressure - it’s like home. I want to come and live on Phillip Island full time. I have an exterior/interior makeover business which reflects the latest trends and shows people what their houses can transformed into. I have a genuine passion to make things look exceptional within a budget.

You can contact Jason at irenovate@optusnet.com.au C

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jan 2010

dec 2009 Woolamai Picnic Races

Cowes Night Market

When:

When: 9 & 23 January, 20 February & 6 March, 5pm – 9pm

6 & 27 Dec 10 & 23 Jan, 13 Feb, 20 Mar

Where: Trews Rd, Woolamai

Where: Cowes foreshore

Who:

Woolamai Picnic Races 5678 2344

Who:

Anne Marie 0419 560 293

www.countryracing.com.au

www.pical.org.au

Kiln Opening & Christmas Celebration

Portsea Pro-Am

When:

When: Sat 2 Jan

Sat 5 & 12, Sun 6 & 13 Dec

Where: Gooseneck Pottery, Kardella

Where: Portsea Golf Club, Relph Ave

Who:

Robert Baron, 5668 8213

Who:

www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

wwwportseagolf.com.au

Life Saving Victoria State Junior Carnival #2 Summer Land- Phillip Island Photos

When: Sun 3 Jan 9 am – 2 pm

When:

Where: Inverloch SLSC

27 Dec – 3 Jan

Where: Newhaven Community Hall, 23 Cleeland St

Who:

Drew Urlichs, 9676 6957

Who:

www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au

Phillip Island Conservation Society 9816 9962

Cape Paterson Lions BBQ Lunch

Kustom Nationals

When: 28 December – 3 January

When: 8 – 10 Jan, Display- 8 Jan

Where: Wonthaggi Surf Club Hall

Where: Event- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

Who:

Display- Cowes Foreshore

Who:

Kustoms of Australia 9796 2251

www.kustoms.com.au

Lions Club of Cape Paterson 0438 224 997

Balnarring Picnic Races When: 5 December, 3 & 26 January, 8 March Where: Balnarring Race Course, Coolart Rd, Balnarring

Music In The Glade

Who:

Balnarring Picnic Racing Club,

When: 8 Jan

www.balnarringraces.com

Where: Opposite Inverloch Inlet Hotel, Esplanade Who:

Rotary Club of Inverloch 0423 926 005

Balnarring Race Course Craft, Art & Fresh Produce Market

Bass Coast Agricultural Show

When: 3rd Sun of every month from Nov to Apr

When: Sat 9 Jan, 9 am – 5 pm

Where: Balnarring Race Course, Coolart Rd, Balnarring

Where: Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve

Who:

Rotary Club of Hastings 5983 2590

Who:

Rosemary Loughnan, 5672 3259

www.visitwesternport.com.au

www.basscoastagshow.org.au

Red Hill Community Market

Art and Soul Festival

When: 1st Sat of every month from Dec to May

When: Sunday 10 January

Where: Arthur’s Seat Rd, Red Hill

Where: Churchill Island

Who:

Red Hill Community Market & Red Hill Lions

Who:

Sian Adnam 0418 519 181

Club www.craftmarkets.com.au/redhill.asp

www.artyfarty.com.au

Chill Island When: Sat 16 January Where: Churchill Island Who:

Justin Stanford 0433 123 918

www.chillisland.org

Health & Wellness Expo When:

9 & 10 January

Where: Inverloch Community Hall (A’Beckett St, Inverloch Contact: 0414 460 839 or cherribeary@yahoo.com.au

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feb 2010 A Day at the Cape

Cowes Classic

When: Sat 16 Jan, 9am – 4pm

When: 13 Feb

Where: Cape Paterson Bay Beach Park

Where: Cowes Foreshore

Who:

Who:

John Weston 59522992 0418 366 324

www.islandevents.org.au

Lisa Archibald 0417 008 729

14th Annual Cape Paterson Aquathon When: Sun 17 Jan

Woolamai Picnic Races (Woolamai Cup Day)

Where: Cape Paterson Boat Shed First Surf Beach

When: 13 February

Who:

Bass Coast Summer Series

Where: Woolamai Race Course, Trews Rd, Woolamai

www.cpslsc.org.au

Who:

Woolamai Picnic Races – Bev Carmichael 5678 7585

www.countryracing.com.au

2010 Australian 4WD Mud Fest When: 10 January, 10 am

Phillip Island Superbike World Championship

Where: Dalyston Recreation Reserve

When: 26 – 28 February

Who:

Hans Kamphuis 0418 525 983

Where: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

www.a4wdmra.com.au

Who:

1300 728 007

www.phillipislandcircuit.com.au

Mossvale Park Music Festival When: 23 Jan

Sculpture In The Garden

Where: Mossvale Park, Strzlecki Highway via Leongatha

Stone, Wood, Metal, Furniture, Ceramics, Baskets, Rugs

Who:

Suzanne Henderson 5664 9239 0438649230

When: Weekends during February 11am – 5pm

www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

Where: 46 Berry’s Ck Rd, Berry’s Creek - 1km from Mossvale Pk Who:

Angela 5668 8213

Annual Kilcunda Lobster Festival When: 24 Jan, 9 am – 5pm

Foster & District 103rd Agricultural Show

Venue: Kilcunda foreshore

When: Saturday, February 27th

Contact: Shelley Applebee 0400 045 130

Where: Foster Showgrounds, Station Rd Foster

Who:

Katy Henley 5689 1283

www.vicagshows.com.au/foster

kcda@waterfront.net.au

San Remo Channel Challenge When: 30 Jan Where: San Remo Pier Who:

Rhonda Blewitt 9598 8170

www.islandevents.org.au

march 2010 Inverloch Jazz Festival

Powlett River Downs Camp Draft

When: 5 – 8 Mar

Cattle drafting on horseback

Where: Inverloch

When: 30 – 31 Jan

Who:

Jill McCulloch, 0409 220864

Where: O’ Meara’s Rd, Wonthaggi

www.inverlochjazzfest.org.au

Who:

Alan Mitchell 0407 875 321 Inverloch Food & Wine Festival

Phillip Island Swim Classic

When:

When: 31 Jan

Where: The Glade, Inverloch foreshore

Where: Cowes Foreshore

Who:

Who:

John Weston 0418 366 324 5952 2992

www.islandevents.org.au

13 Mar www.visitinverloch.com

Mossvale Park Music Festival When: 13 Mar Where: Mossvale Park, Strzlecki Highway via Leongatha Who:

Suzanne Henderson 5664 9239 0438649230

www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

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words sally o’neill photos warren reed

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Wonthaggi couple Carolyn Landon and Larry Hills laugh when friends call them ‘culture vultures’. But it is the arts that cement their life together. Carolyn is the author of ‘Jacksons Track’.

Larry composed ‘Starscapes and Visions’ for the 2009 Seachange Festival and has nearly finished a requiem for miners killed as part of Wonthaggi’s centenary celebrations.

Carolyn Landon I was born in America and grew up outside of Chicago in a town called Winnetka on the north shore of Lake Michigan. I think I was probably always a writer. I have the temperament of a writer - I’m an observer rather than a joiner, and I’m always thinking of ways to put things into words. I taught literature for many years and ‘Jacksons Track’ was my first book.

Larry and I met in St Albans. I came to Australia as a traveller and then was working in the state school system. Larry came as one of the teachers on the flights in the early 1970s where they hired teachers from America and England and flew them here en masse. At St Albans, I was in charge of the musical productions, but knew nothing about music.

When I first saw Larry, I thought he was a dag! He was so American!

He had all these American clothes, and an American sensibility. I had been the only American around for three years. I was blending in and becoming Australian, and then Larry turned up. My office was in his music room, but I wouldn’t give it up, so the two of us had to cooperate. We were forced together. I was totally not straight (unconservative) and he was totally straight (conservative). He wore suits to school!

We started working together and became friends, and then we shocked each other by noticing it was going further. We went to a Christmas party and the people were more stuffy than the western suburbs people. They were dressed up and kind of dancing in a freaky way! I said ‘Let’s get out of here’ and then we were amazed about how we were feeling about each other.

We kept our relationship hidden as much as we could. I had already been home to Chicago and my grandmother had given me my dowry because she figured I was as married as I was ever going to be, because we were living together! She put it in my head that we could get married, and I wanted him to be the father of my kids. When we did decide to get married, we didn’t tell anyone at school until a week before the wedding. We had to keep it a secret because we knew the kids would just swamp us - and they did! We couldn’t teach: they just wanted to know about the wedding. Also, all of our friends were in the same workplace: that was our social life. It was a dynamic, creative, wonderful group of people out there in the Western suburbs.

We got married in 1974. When we had kids, we wanted to move out to the country. We were placed in Warragul, bought a farm in the Strzleckis and lived there for 25 years. It was our ‘bringing up the boys’ project. We have been a very tight family. We’re migrants, we live in this world and we depend on each other. Our partnership as parents, and our family, are our most important things.

It’s the creative and lifestyle thing that brings us together. I don’t think Larry would have gone as far if he hadn’t met me. The arts is where we are: that’s our slant. People call us ‘culture vultures’ because we are forever at the symphony and theatre – we went down to the symphony three times last week! Our boys have been connected with that; the arts are important for them, too. That’s our connection with each other and the world and our kids.

There’s a freedom about living here (in Wonthaggi). It’s such a wonderful, welcoming, warm-hearted and creative place! We plan to continue to be creative for the rest of our lives. This house is designed for that. We keep each other going. His work is no more important than mine, and vice versa. I may have received more recognition

because of Jackson’s Track, but Larry is very well known in this area because he was head of the South Gippsland Schools’ Music Program which changed music and music education this area.

If I hadn’t met Larry? I think of the guys I knew before him and just say ‘Oh, my god!’. If I could describe Larry in one word, it would be ‘kind’.

Larry Hills I was born in Wichita, Kansas. I lived there until I was 14, then shifted to Louisiana and went to university in Colorado, majoring in music education. I got drafted during the Vietnam War but I didn’t go to Vietnam. After two years in the army, teaching jobs were scarce but they needed teachers in Australia, so I got recruited. I got the job and left the States 12 days later, and suits were all I had to wear!

I had no money to buy clothes until they paid me. I was put on a plane full of Yanks, and they didn’t even tell us where we were going until we got on board. I got my papers and they said ‘St Albans’ and I thought it sounded like a nice place! It was a very welcoming school.

The kids were very, very talented. It was multi-cultural and many were latchkey kids - we had rehearsals after school till 8 o’clock every night!

When I met Lyn, I didn’t know what to think! She had really nice, long, curly hair and she was very attractive. It’s that ‘pull in the guts’ thing. We’ve each got the thing that the other one needs to enhance our creativity.

When the kids were grown up, we knew we wanted to move to the coast, but we needed to have space around us. Late one night, after the port ran out, a friend said he had to get up early in the morning to put his block of land up for sale. I said ‘Where is it?’ He told me, and I said ‘We’ll have it’. This area used to be called ‘Pommy Town’ - it was sub-divided for the British miners who bought it as a group.

It was all miners’ cottages that were knocked down in the forties.

The shire didn’t want the town to develop in this direction, so they consolidated the blocks and sold them. We got the last block, and we feel so lucky.

I was the founding coordinator of the South Gippsland Schools’ Music Programme, and held that position for 18 years before retiring in 2003.

Now I am the musical director of The Bass Coast Chorale and The South Gippsland Singers. This is my fourth year with the Bass Coast Chorale and my twentieth with the South Gippsland Singers. I was also the Musical Director for three recent Leongatha Lyric Theatre productions: Kiss Me Kate, Jesus Christ Superstar and Crazy For You. During 2008/09, I composed a major work for the Seachange Festival.

‘Starscapes and Visions’ was about George Bass’ voyage down the south coast and around Wilson’s Promontory. For the festival, they wanted to do it with dancing and costumes and make a huge production out of it. So I wrote an orchestral accompaniment for a 100-voice choir. It was a fantastic experience!

At the moment, I am working on another piece for the centenary for Wonthaggi. It will be a requiem for the 20-Shaft mine disaster and hopefully I’ll be finished writing it by Christmas and it will be performed in June by the Bass Coast Chorale.

If I hadn’t met Lyn, I probably wouldn’t have developed the creativity that I have. (‘He’d be living in a caravan in south-east Kansas,’ jokes Carolyn!) I don’t know if I would have stayed in Australia: I only came out on a one-year contract. If I could describe Carolyn in one word, it would be ‘dynamic’. CC

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surfing legend

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shaped by surfing

a life

Neil Luke

I’m in the presence of surfing royalty. Well, it feels that way. Neil Luke, world champion kneeboarder, sits before me to chat about a surfing life that rescued him from the wrong side of the tracks.

Neil says it was surfing that saved him. Growing up in a rough suburb, he was destined for trouble. “All of the crew I grew up with ended up dead or in jail, so I was very fortunate – surfing took me from that,” he states. After discovering the waves, he dedicated himself to mastering them with the meagre resources he had. “I became a kneeboarder by accident,” says Neil. “Quite a large section of the front half of my board had broken off in the shore break. It was the only board I had, so I glassed the nose, sealed it up and belly-boarded, then started kneeling and just loved being so close to the waves.”

Having seen George Greenough in the 1968 surfing movie “Innermost Limits of Pure Fun”, he was encouraged to pursue kneeboarding.

“George was the one who inspired everyone. He made a specially designed kneeboard called a spoon and surfed with a camera strapped to his back. It was a high performance board, so I set about designing and making my own boards.” He was Victoria’s kneeboarding pioneer.

Sometimes called ‘Kneel’ as a joke, he easily defends his form of surfing. “It’s the great hidden secret. It’s a unique style, so much fun and not as simple as people think. It may be easy to get to your knees, but you still have to turn the board off its rail and off its fin and perform manoeuvres to get max performance,” he says. In 1973, the state’s first kneeboarding comp was held. “It was the Point Leo 500. I went in and won and made the state team, which gave me the opportunity to travel. I was 17.”

He moved to Phillip Island in the early seventies and hung out with guys like John & Rob Craike and pro-shaper, Russell Francis. “Johnny, Rob and I used to make boards together in our backyard. I eventually worked with Russell and he helped me develop as a shaper.”

Oh, the heady days of 1970s surfing…“You could rent a farmhouse for ten dollars a week, share it with a couple of mates, eat brown rice and just surf. No one worried like people do today: you just wanted to go surfing. Russell and I lived at the old Smith’s Beach farm and made

boards there. We were the only surfers that lived out there in those days,” he recalls. “One night there was a knock on the door and it was Matt Ryan. He offered us both a job and we started working for him at Island Surfboards. Russell only lasted three months then went to Queensland, but I’ve been there ever since - that was 33 years ago.”

“Tom Tyrrell, Matt and I made boards together so we could go surfing when the waves were good. We’d just shut the shop and go. One time we were putting petrol in the car at the old BP and a guy ran across the road and said ‘Are you guys from the surf shop?’ We said ‘Yeah’ and he said ‘Your front door is open’! We’d just leave it open with a sign – ‘Sorry, gone surfing’. I loved those days.”

Phillip Island’s oldest surf store, Island, was located in an old marine engineering factory. I can just picture the scene Neil describes: “In the old surf store, there was seagrass matting on the floor, a few sticks of incense burning, and beaded curtains across the door. There were only boards and a couple of pairs of boardshorts for sale – not like it is today.”

There were also very few surfers on the island. “The solid reef breaks were quiet because we didn’t wear leg ropes. A guy called Gordon Merchant, who founded Billabong, invented them later. He used a dog collar around his ankle attached to a hole drilled into the board.

Those old original designs were pretty rugged, but they opened up the frontier of surfing in rocky places,” Neil explains.

Neil’s favourite break is Woolamai “because it’s just fantastic”.

He’s also “very fond of” Express and Kitty Miller Bay, and Barry’s Beach (now Berry’s). “Yeah, I love Kitty Miller: it’s like the old poem ‘any wind any tide, you’ll get a barrel, you’ll get a ride’! However, Express is the wave that as a surfer/shaper I have developed my style and boards around. Late drops, deep tubes, roundhouse cutbacks… Other waves – you could snap your fingers - Express will snap your neck. It’s the Wedge-tailed Eagle of waves on the Island,” raves Neil. >

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our fragile coast No matter where you stand on the issue of desalination, there’s no doubting the wonder and beauty of the wildlife and environment that surrounds it - and how important it is to protect our fragile coast. We pay tribute to this special place and get an update from Chris Heislers of Watershed Victoria…

Despite a long community campaign to pursue cheaper, environmentally sustainable and socially responsible solutions, construction of the world’s second-largest desalination plant at Williamson’s Beach near Wonthaggi has commenced. Though not stopping the project, Watershed Victoria’s campaign opposing it has had some minor victories like; . ensuring an underground power supply to the factory . an aesthetically reasonable factory design.

Now, where to from here for this community environment organisation? The campaign continues with the group’s 1000+ members and supporters maintaining their passion to protect the

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region’s social and environmental values, and to continue to raise wider awareness of the effects of this and similar projects on the greater marine environment and on our future climate.

Last year 45 individual whales were documented over a brief survey period, and this year’s survey has already surpassed that number.

Southern Right Whales have calved and raised young in the area; Humpback Whales have been seen showing spectacular suspected courting behaviour and cooperative group feeding. Killer Whales have been sighted in hunting packs and the spectacle of a massive pod of Dolphins was enjoyed by many onlookers recently.>

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Ongoing monitoring of the marine and land-based impacts on wildlife, including the local population of Hooded Plovers and the impacts on local waterways (particularly Powlett River and its feed-in creeks), is a priority for Watershed Victoria.

is to continue, local people should not be disadvantaged. Housing affordability and availability must be maintained, community services must not be disadvantaged and local workers and organisations should be given priority over those from out of town.

Apart from ongoing monitoring, Watershed is continuing to lobby to reduce the scale of the project and its environmental impacts.

Well-organised family events will continue as will the close association with other local, statewide and national environment and social justice organisations. Watershed is determined that if this project

‘Desal Watch’ is a new initiative in which all local residents and visitors are encouraged to let Watershed know of anything that seems suspicious in the area in respect of environmental impact. This includes unusual animal activities or deaths, excessive construction noise, night lighting or inappropriate social dislocation.

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‘Even if we can’t stop this project, at least Watershed supporters are contributing to a somewhat better outcome, and ensuring better decision-making in relation to environmental outcomes with future projects. Our children and our ocean deserve a brighter future!’

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“The planet. It’s so beautiful – and so are human beings. All we’ve got to do is marshal the best side of human beings, and have ‘green’ instead of ‘greed’ - and we’ll be back on track.” Bob Brown

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artist profile

pub was this old hole in the wall, and Pete would show up in this old beaten-up Land Rover convertible, tip a few in (beers) and then there’d be a party back at the Point (Col and Pete’s property).”

Mark recalls, “I didn’t know what sculpture was back then. I’d seen a bit of Pete’s work and a bit of Col’s work, and thought – oh yeah – sculpture. They were the guys that introduced me to the idea of art school. I didn’t know anything about the contemporary art world back then – the only people I knew were quite mainstream like Pro Hart.

They were really instrumental in my going to art school.” Another fateful meeting with sculptor Kevin Mortenson led the young artist on his way.

“I was out painting a picture and this dude with this black flier’s jacket, you know this real fancy thing, with this ridiculous curly moustache (I initially thought he was a pompous so-and-so), pulled up next to me and started asking me about my painting. I was like, ‘I’m just an Egyptian mate!’ Well, that was my introduction to Kevin, and he put the idea of going back to art school as a mature age student into my head.”

So to college he went, and he describes it as an awakening in his life.

“I just loved it . . . couldn’t get enough of it, and had an absolute ball.

I think because I’d been denied the opportunity of doing that kind of thing earlier, I just absorbed every minute of it. It was a whole new way of being, just doing creative stuff. A revelation, like wow, there are other people in the world like me.” Like being let off the leash, Mark finally felt encouraged and supported. Rubbing shoulders with fellow artists of the ilk of Jock Clutterbuck, Fiona Orr, Anton Hessel, (the late) Ikke Akio Makigawa, John Davis and Gareth Sampson, he finally felt like he had come home. “They were definitely family as far as I was concerned. I could go out and do what came naturally, and was encouraged all the way without having to justify or feel uncomfortable about what I did.” After a year at Monash in Churchill he transferred to the Victorian college of the Arts where he undertook a further 4 years completing and Bachelor of Arts and Post Grad. >

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I spent almost six years working exclusively on bust portraits, and then I moved on to more geometric stuff like landscapes.

He started doing metalwork at school, simply because “no-one else could weld.” He describes creating sculpture as an exercise in trying to create a process to capture a mood. He started making simple bust portraits and exploring the creative medium of wood. “I’d see all these heroic busts sitting in the park and it got me thinking about doing a series of anti-hero portraits . . . you know, of people that weren’t so heroic, like the man at the milk bar or the car wash, or a bus conductor. It was taking a heroic form of art and using it to create unheroic characters.” From there he went on to produce a series of side-show characters like the tattooed man and bearded woman, continuing on to feature portraits of his friends.

“I spent almost six years working exclusively on bust portraits, and then I moved on to more geometric stuff like landscapes.” We head over to the window to view a slide of a 5-metre tall man. “I liked to play with scale a bit, too,” he smiles. “I was just trying to use the process to express a mood.”

Mark works in a variety of mediums, with his wood sculptures being a favourite of gallery curators and collectors. “I’ve never exhibited solo in painting, and sometimes I put a couple of drawings in the group shows, and my own shows, but everyone seems to love the sculptures.”

After leaving art school, Mark recalls, “I’d had a few shows and thought I was doing pretty well. I applied for a loan from the bank to buy a factory site in Collingwood to create a studio space for painters and sculptors, but it just wasn’t going to happen. It was a constant battle trying to make a living out of art. You’d never make enough money out of a showing, and in between doing your own work and holding down several part-time jobs, it was just sort of scratching out a living.” >

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The artist got tired of the constant cycle of poverty and moved back to Tarwin Lower in 1993. The region seems to attract artists, and as Mark points out, “it used to be pretty cheap to buy into this area, so it’s basically the first place starving artists go to.” At 30, he says, “I didn’t own a thing. I had a beat-up old car, and that was about it. A man has to have a few wells dug by the time he’s 30, and when I met my girl I ended up buying some land and a house and got all that side of stuff started like I thought you should.”

Feeling like he was always falling between two worlds, that of a tradie and that of an artist, he says “I mean to the arts, I was a bit of a bloke’s bloke . . . and to the tradies I was all a bit arty. But I persisted. And here (at Tarwin) everybody knows who I am, and I’m very well accepted in the community.” The current co-president of the local footy club, he laughs “It’s my second year running. They probably couldn’t find anyone else, but it’s all been really good.” It’s seems the square peg has finally found a home. “I’ve managed to find a pretty happy medium here. I lost my partner Suzie recently and it’s only really the support of the community that has pulled me through the last couple of years. It’s been really good. Finally, in my mid-forties, I can say that I feel comfortable crossing the two worlds. >

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artist profile

I think when you’re in a very un-artistic place, you can often get a lot out of it (artistically). I have found creativity in the crack of a wall. Little things. Even in the aesthetic of a grimy garage, there are a lot of amazing things to be inspired by.

So what inspires this complex character? “Generally, whatever is happening in my life at the time.” Currently the artist has thrown his energies into getting the local service station up and running.

“I think when you’re in a very un-artistic place, you can often get a lot out of it (artistically). I have found creativity in the crack of a wall.

Little things. Even in the aesthetic of a grimy garage, there are a lot of amazing things to be inspired by. Depictions of less than beautiful places help with the conversation. “ Mark is itching to create a petrol bowser made out of wood and old bits of junk – calling it, ‘For Your Convenience.’ “I also want to make a full-size wheelie bin complete with coffee cups and socket set. I thought I’d put little messages in

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the cups like, ‘Your secrets are safe with me’ and ‘You have the right to remain silent.’ I’m sort of plotting and scheming – the next body of work will be based around the service station. Here I am – I’m stuck here – I’m not gonna’ give in – and I’m going to hook into it. It’s a means to a creative end.” C *** Colour Field painting is characterized primarily by large fields of flat, solid colour spread across or stained into the canvas, creating areas of unbroken surface and a flat picture plane. Less emphasis is placed on gesture, brushstrokes and action and more on overall consistency of form and process.

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celebrate in style Tis the season to get the family or a group of friends together for lunch or dinner. Dine and enjoy ocean views at the award winning RACV Inverloch Resort Restaurant. Special Christmas packages available through December. Call the functions department on 5674 0000.

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I am the ballerina, the actor, the musician. I can genuinely incorporate my experience - not only my feelings, my passion, but all my observations - into my art.

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The story of artist Anita Stepano-Ross is as much about her journey through life as the experiences that have moulded her as a contemporary artist. She talks to Coast about her family history, love, war and peace, and how art has connected the threads in her tapestry of life. >

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My parents were White Russians born in 1918. My mum only passed away four years ago and it broke my heart. She was my heroine – independent and strong, but also a very gentle person. She went to university and studied engineering, a subject only men could study in other countries, and went on to work on combine harvesters.

When the war came to Russia, Mum was studying in Moscow. Her family lived in a small village just outside Minsk. Mum had to walk from Moscow to White Russia - which was hundreds of miles. She witnessed dead bodies of soldiers and civilians strewn along the way. When she got home, the Russian communist soldiers were there. Mum’s father was Austrian, and even though he had left years ago they thought that her mother was hiding him. Within two hours of arriving, her mother was shot by Stalinist soldiers right in front of her. Her two sisters and brother were also there.

The Stalinist soldiers came to my dad’s village and took him and 49 other boys to Siberia to work felling trees near the salt mines. They were just thrown together with criminals and political prisoners. The soldiers were forced to eat horses to get protein, while many prisoners died from malnutrition. Dad said that if it weren’t for the mushrooms and the ginseng he found in the forests, he’d have died.

A lot of young people fought the German army in the forests. Mum met Dad whilst fighting with the Russian resistance, ‘the Partisan’. When they were captured, they were given a choice. ‘You either work for us or you

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get shot’. They were both 22, just beautiful young kids, and what could they say? Shoot me? As Mum was a student and she knew a couple of languages, they made her work as an interpreter. Dad was an engineer, so he worked on tanks.

When the country was eventually freed by the Americans, Stalin gave them a choice. Anyone who worked for the Germans was considered a traitor. They could either work as prisoners for 10 years. . . or leave the country. Mum and Dad were still young, so of course they had to go. It was hard for them to leave a place they loved - even though they hated the politics.

Over 3000 of their countrymen left together with horses and wagons – all the way through Poland and on to Germany where the Americans had a camp. That’s where I was born. It took them three months to get to the camp, and my older brother was born in the forests of Poland on the way. We were there for four years, living in tents, and waiting to be relocated. We were free to leave the camp as children, and I remember drawing and playing at kinder.

Surprisingly, it was fun for us as children because we didn’t understand what was going on. We would go into the forest and play and eat blueberries; we’d find tanks and artillery – it’s a wonder we weren’t blown up. It was a kids’ wonderland. The great delicacy of the time was the chocolate the American soldiers gave us. My taste for dark chocolate is still linked to that childhood memory.

When I was four, they told our family that we had to go to Italy as the first step of the process of resettling us. Everyone boarded the train and by this time, I could speak Russian, Ukrainian, German and Polish.

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because that is my passion. Art is my life. I create all the time. Even my house must be aesthetically pleasing to me. There is a kind of order through the whole house. I love light and form – and that comes from sitting on my deck, gazing at the rainbows, the ocean and the cliffs of Kilcunda. I often sit outside, playing my flute, and immersing myself in the wonder of nature.

When I moved from South Yarra to Kilcunda, some of my friends thought I was crazy. We used to come down this way and drive all along the coast, but we would always stop here, as for us it was magical. When I drove past the Kilcunda bridge, I cried - it was just so beautiful. I moved here seven years ago and the rest is history.

I believe you can apply your mind and your creativity to any style of art, whether it’s illustration, commercial art, or art for art’s sake.

I’m not precious about art. I know the style of work I like to show in galleries, and I call that my ‘serious work’ But equally as important to me is sketching at the beach or in the bush for fun, working on portraits or even creating an example of a painting for children in my art classes – it’s all part of the creative process. I can’t simply observe – I must experience, and this creates substance in my work. It also opens up so many avenues in subject matter.

I become what I am doing at the time . . . whether it be dance, drama, yoga, music – or just breathing in the essence of the ocean. I am the ballerina, the actor, the musician. I can genuinely incorporate my experience - not only my feelings, my passion, but all my observations - into my art. C

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Artistic achievements to date : – Diploma of fine art at the Ballarat Art School.

– Major commission at Moorabbin Airport titled ‘Flight’.

– Ran her own Fine Art & Design business in Prahran.

– Numerous exhibitions in Melbourne and the Bass Coast in sculpture and painting.

– Children’s book illustrations and designer toys.

– Murals for the King Club, Re creation & Olympia.

– Contract artwork for Channel 7 and Channel 10.

– Commissions of abstract painting for Sonogan Architects.

– 2 Years Drama Study with the National Theatre Melbourne. Performed in productions Oedipus Rex, A Doll’s House & Lola Montez.

– Produced 50 small portrait busts in plaster of Andy Warhol for Channel 7’s “Today Tonight”. They were part of a giveaway for the best Arts story of the week.

– Produced paintings and murals for a night club in Hong Kong called ‘Mash Up.’ – Two years playing 1st flute with the Prahran concert band.

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Stormin’ Norman

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At 87 this WW2 veteran is a true larrikin THERE’S something quintessentially Australian about Norman Foley. Maybe it’s the glint in those sky blue eyes that you just know have melted hearts in their time; or the way he keeps his betting slip neatly tucked in the top pocket of his shirt, ready for the day’s wager; or the rugged Aussie slang that peppers his conversation with talk of ‘sheilas’, ‘mates’ and ‘grog’ – words that slide across his tongue as easily as the liquid amber on a summer’s day.

When his wife Ethel got Alzheimer’s, they moved to the island to be near Ethel’s brother, who runs a caravan park in Cowes. It’s here that the couple live independently at the ‘Hilton’ in adjoining rooms, which Norm says has saved Ethel from the slow road to despair. “If I hadn’t come here with Ethel they would have put her in high care – the dementia ward – and I didn’t want that ‘cos it’d kill her.”

Or maybe it’s just that Norm’s a bit of rebel – a bloke who’s still smoking after a bout of throat cancer, his voice reduced to a gruff murmur, and an old-timer whose nickname at the Phillip Island RSL is ‘Stormin’ Norman’, after he attempted to crash through the new automatic doors of the old members’ entrance, reversing and ramming with his mobility scooter to get past the hi-tech invention nobody forewarned him about.

Their union was unexpected. Both were approaching 40, and had lost their partners. Ethel’s husband succumbed to cancer, and Norm’s first marriage went sour. He mentions his first wife, ‘a Melbourne model’, with little enthusiasm. For Ethel, though, he’s made sacrifices, including leaving the seaside village of Paynesville, where he had a fishing boat. “Ethel wouldn’t move to Paynesville. She said there were too many mozzies there and I knew too many women.”

That electric scooter was an unwelcome downgrade from a white Mercedes Benz that he had to give up five years ago when his legs got shaky. He’s not impressed about moving to a vehicle with a top speed of 15kph, painted a girlie shade of burgundy with a basket out front. The only way for a proud man to deal with that is to command some respect. “I don’t have a car anymore but I’ve got a gofer,” he winks, nodding to the staff at reception.

Later, he and Ethel were to share another tragedy – the loss of their only children. At 27, Ethel’s daughter died of leukaemia, just two days before her wedding day. Norm lost his son in battle after he joined the Royal Australian Air Force, just like his father and two uncles before him.

The 87-year-old WWII veteran is a larrikin all right. When I meet him at Grossard Court – which gleams more like a 5-star hotel than a nursing home – he’s quick to punch in the security code to let me in (seems he’s finally mastered the great moving glass). ‘Welcome to the Hilton!’ he quips with a grin and a handshake.

Norm has followed the coast all his life, living in Darwin, Lennox Head, Paynesville and Black Rock and reaching his final port of call on Phillip Island. Travelling was in his blood, with his miner father pulled from town to town by the earth’s riches. “I was conceived in Western Australia, born in Geelong, started school in Townsville and finished high school in Albury, so work that one out!”

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“I was only 17 when war broke out, but on January 18th, 1940 I turned 18 and I was off. My mother was heartbroken because my two brothers had already gone’ but I said, ‘If you don’t let me go, I’ll run away’, so she signed the papers.”

But Norm’s dreams of flying were dashed. As an apprentice plumber, he was relegated to work on the ground, building airstrips in Papua New Guinea and East Timor in a construction unit dubbed ‘The Flying Shovels’. “Before the Yanks came into the war, all we had was a Fortune tractor, a Fargo truck, a water-filled roller and an old grader. We had to get the ‘fuzzy wuzzies’ to come down and help us tow them.”>

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After five years of service in WWII, Norm returned to Melbourne as a 23-year-old, keen to join the local RSL. “I went to Malvern RSL and rang the bell and this old bloke came out and said, ‘What do you want?’ and I said, ‘I’ve come to join the RSL’ and he said, ‘You’re not bloody old enough, now piss off’.”

It was an unsettling homecoming, so he headed to Darwin to work ferrying Aboriginal boys across from Bathurst Island on an Air Force crash boat. “Darwin was a pretty rough old place. Not many white women when I was there, just a few in administration and in the medical field. There, you didn’t buy a dozen beers, you’d buy a wooden case of them, all packed in straw, which we kept cool in kerosene refrigerators.”

It was the late 1940s, and Norm knew the founder of world-famous Paspaley Pearls, Nicholas Paspaley senior, who fled Greece in World War1 to try his hand at pearl lugging in Australia. “Paspaley became a multimillionaire, but I knew him as the local butcher and SP bookmaker.”

I ask Norm if there was any romance in the hot, humid ‘Territory’?

For the first time in our conversation, he’s a little lost for words, like he’s remembering a long-forgotten dream. “I was lucky enough to know one of the sisters at the hospital. We had an association.” But the pull to leave was too strong. “I got out because I could see what was happening to people who stayed too long: they’d finish up as alcoholics.”

Back in Melbourne, Norm scored a sales job with Boral, who paid for him to retrain as an acoustic engineer. His job involved the perfecting of a room’s sound, and he continued at Boral until he retired. One of his clients was radio and TV star Greg Evans.

“When Greg Evans was on radio at 3MP, he told me he wanted his studio acoustically enhanced to the level where he could hear a pin drop. I did the job for him, and over the radio he said: ‘Norm Foley came down here and helped me out. But it’s acoustically bloody dead in here now. I think I’m in a grave!”

Norm’s not one to ponder his own mortality. When I ask about his health, he doesn’t miss the chance for a wisecrack. “When the surgeon

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lasered my throat cancer off about two years ago, he said, ‘I’m pretty sure I’ve got it all, Norm, but it was covered in Lucky Strikes!’ I keep pretty fit, but I’ve been celibate for about 10 years. That’s nothing, though: priests do that, too. I’ve had a heart valve replaced, and my spine done – if only I could get a new pair of legs, I could chase the sheilas again.”

The ladies’ man may have become all priest-like with the ladies, but he’s still up for the rest of life’s pleasures – beer, betting and football.

Come 11am, you’ll see him down at the Phillip Island RSL, putting on his daily bet and chugging back a creamy pot of Guinness.

ANZAC Day’s the other ritual he holds tight to, having never missed a dawn service since 1948. Unlike some veterans, Norm will happily reminisce about the war – it’s Premiership defeat that really pains him. Witnessing St Kilda’s tragic two-goal loss to Geelong in the 2009 AFL Grand Final, 43 years after he stood on beer cans in the Southern Stand to watch the Saints win the cup by a point, is just too difficult to talk about. In fact, Norm only has one word to say about it and it’s the final one: “Disgusting.” C Read more about our diggers in the book “Keeping the Spirit Alive – The Story of the Phillip Island RSL” and was written/compiled by Mary Bourke. Available from Phillip Island RSL reception for a special Coast Readers price of $25.

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Paws Galore

Faye spends a hefty share of her age pension on pet food for the strays, the discards and the neglected ex-pets in a region stretching from Cowes to past Leongatha and sometimes on to Melbourne.

excuse.” At 73 years of age, she has a point. No use asking Faye how many animals have passed through her care. She can’t remember.

No use asking her when the animal welfare all began. Ditto.

The vet bills trump the food bills, even with the cut-price deal offered by a kind local vet.

She grew up in country NSW, one of six kids, on a farm that always saw a rag-tag of dogs and cats about the place. As a newly-wed, she and her husband Bob rented a flat in Parkdale. It was there that she started feeding a tortoiseshell stray that she named Tiffany.

It was the start of a lifetime’s passion. Later, in 1974, Faye and Bob bought an old dairy farm in Foster North. The 102-acre property was their weekender, initially. Robert was works manager for a Melbourne lift company and Faye the PA for a partner in a city firm

But caring for these animals exacts another – possibly more significant – toll on Faye and her small band of supporters running South Gippsland Animal Aid. It lessens their opinion of their fellow humans.

“People are becoming more callous, I think. They say it’s all due to the economic downturn. But we’ve lived through that before. It’s no

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The more Faye Hardie gets to know about people, the more she likes animals. She favours four legs over two any day.

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of accountants. Then, at forty, she learned to drive and took up work with a firm in Rosebud, closer to the family home in Baxter.

The home hosted 13 cats, two goats and a Doberman. The work in Rosebud saw her offering tax advice to several elderly people and, in the course of that work, she found the old folk were often troubled by dumped cats. “One Christmas Eve I was due to have a break, and I heard about a man who had a problem with a cat and some kittens. And I went there and saw that they had cat flu. I had to nurse them all through – and it was my holiday!”

Helping rehabilitate pets has now grown to be a full-time

calling for Faye. “It’s probably more of a passion; it takes up every waking hour,” she said. One memorable morning she had to feed 45 cats that were due to be taken to the vet for a bulk desexing. It’s a time-consuming and costly business.

Faye used to raise funds with a street stall most Saturdays at Inverloch until new regulations put a stop to that. She used to make money with homemade cooking. But the health regulations stopped that, too. Nowadays her group operates an op shop in Wonthaggi, and more hardy volunteers help her man a stall space they get for free at Kongwak market – often sheltering from wind and rain under a tarp. It’s stuff for stoics,>

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If the animals are mostly blameless, humans swing the balance. Faye has stories of habitual dumpers, of outright cruelty, of neglect and irresponsibility.

but Faye’s reason is simple. “We do it because we can’t refuse help to an animal.”

They sometimes give us some of their pound animals to rehouse.”

The group doesn’t run to anything as flash as an animal shelter.

Faye and her seven workers simply take the strays into their homes and seek to organise adoptions. “We have a no-kill policy,” she said, “unless they’re dying, or in very rare circumstances where an animal is just too damaged, and could be a risk to other animals or humans.”

If the animals are mostly blameless, humans swing the balance. Faye has stories of habitual dumpers, of outright cruelty, of neglect and irresponsibility. “People surrender their pets all the time, mostly for ridiculous reasons – mainly because their personal circumstances have changed: that’s mostly in the case of dogs. For cats, they just abandon them,” she said. “Once we found some kittens in a dumpster at Cowes. Another time, a border collie cross was brought into the pound: she’d been picked up by workers who didn’t know she was pregnant. She gave birth in the pound. The Bass Coast Shire has got some good people on its staff. Very compassionate.

Faye’s network is wide. She recently got a call from the Salvos, who had rehoused a (human) family evicted from their rental house. The eviction had happened so suddenly that the family had not had time to collect their three cats. Faye managed to find two of them, but the family’s circumstances had changed so dramatically that she now finds herself caring for the rescued animals.

“Another time, a lady came into the shop begging us to take in a stray cat her husband had been feeding at a building site. It was just skin and bone; its backbone was sticking out and you could see its ribs. It would have starved to death. Faye has been feeding it up with her best highprotein cat food. The premium stuff is for the cats and dogs that have suffered the worst neglect that human beings can dish out.

She plans to keep on going “if my health holds up.” Her dearest wish is to be like a friend who, well into her eighties, would not think twice about crawling under a house to catch a stray cat. “That’s how I want to be,” said Faye. C

South Gippsland Animal Aid is a registered non-profit organisation run by volunteers and funded entirely by the generosity of donations from the local community, fundraising events and proceeds from their op shop. Contact: Faye Hardie on 5681 2290 or Karen Layland on 5659 4343 or 0401 856 756 The two-legged team at Paws Galore op shop appreciates any clothing and goods you may wish to donate.

Paws Galore at 74 Watt St, Wonthaggi.

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Every Friday, Neil Everett takes his turn behind the counter at the Visitor Information Centre in Inverloch. He’s kept busy answering questions, providing advice on things to do and see and …well, whatever else comes along. “Many visitors are from outside the area, and I like to direct them to our beautiful scenery and places close by like The Prom and Cape Liptrap,” says Neil. It’s the perfect gig for a guy who wants to keep being involved with people now he’s retired.

The most common question he’s asked? “’How do you get to the RACV Resort?’ or: ‘We’re here for a few days: what do we do?’” says Neil. He loves directing visitors to the town’s many attractions, including the drive along the coast road out to Eagle’s Nest – his personal favourite. “There’s always a lot of interest in the Dinosaur Dig over summer, and the Screw Creek Walk and the annual Jazz Festival are up there with the best in Victoria.”

Some of his memorable moments include having to change a tyre for a Japanese cyclist, and the time a bike-rider asked him: “Are there any hills between here and Sydney?!”. He also enjoys the varied crowd that Phillip Island’s MotoGP brings to the area.

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Locals are always welcome.” He is enjoying the new Information Centre building at Inverloch, which is “very pleasant to work in and has a nice outlook.”

When he’s not working at the Information Centre, Neil keeps busy serving the community through the local Lions Club (he is a life member) and each Wednesday, he drives the community bus for elderly residents, taking them to Wonthaggi for banking and medical appointments. “That keeps me out of trouble,” he jokes.

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This will be a nostalgic summer for the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club. It marks their last patrols from the shipping containers that have doubled as a clubhouse for the past 11 years.

When the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club officially began in November 1998, it was the first new life saving club to be formed in Victoria for 42 years. Resident Alan Bolton has been involved with the club since “day one”. After “living out of three shipping containers”, he is looking forward to the luxury of a brand-new clubhouse.

It all started with a community meeting in February 1998 when a group of interested people got together to talk about establishing a surf life saving club in Inverloch. “Glen Hibberd and I worked together to get it going,” says Alan. “Glen was visiting Invy, and some of his friends got into difficulty at the beach. After that, he said ‘Let’s get a club started’,” says Alan.

“We had our first patrol in November 1998 and have gone from nothing to over 400 members and 120 qualified lifesavers today.” The club can now secure its plans to build a new clubhouse using a $500,000 grant received through the State Government’s Community Facility Funding Program. When the grant was announced, The Minister for Sport, Recreation and Youth Affairs, James Merlino, visited Inverloch and said that “the project was the most worthy application he had seen”.

“I’ll cry the day it gets built,” says Alan. “It’s been a long-term aim of ours and I can’t wait to turn the first sod.” The club hopes to be moving into the new facility in November 2010. The environmentally-sustainable building will house a patrol room, training room, kiosk, accommodation and workshop. The new facility will also allow the club to increase

activities such as the Nippers program and provide a venue for other sporting and community groups, emergency service organisations and educational institutions.

The total project will cost around $1.3 million and the Club, Bass Coast Shire Council and Inverloch and Districts Community Bank have contributed significant funds. Over $200,000 has also been raised by local community organisations and supporters.

While the new clubhouse has taken a lot of focus for the club, they never forget their real purpose - saving lives. “Inverloch is a dangerous surf beach, people often get into difficulty. There are a lot of rips and people get dumped and we bring them back in. We help with lots of incidents; we did a major rescue last year and had to call the Westpac helicopter. That was major.”

And Alan’s advice for water safety this summer? “Swim between the flags and be aware of the currents. If you do get caught, don’t fight it: stay calm and you’ll be dragged back in. Don’t forget to slip, slop, slap.”

Inverloch Surf Beach is patrolled from the last weekend of November to the end of Easter. The club still needs to raise money to cover the final costs of the new clubhouse. For information about how to donate or join the club, contact the club President Philippe du Plessis 0429 002 219 or visit www.islsc.org.au C

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Restaurant & Wine Bar Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8.30 - 11.30am Lunch: Thur to Mon 12 - 3 pm Dinner: Thur to Mon 6pm - 11pm Extended operating hours in January

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Gippsland inspired!

Saturday 13th March, 2010 Open to public 11.00am-5pm The Glade on Inverloch’s foreshore

Experience

• Gippsland’s finest foods, wines & music • Cooking demonstrations & Interviews with producers • All under Marquee cover

Contact Inverloch Visitor Information Centre 1300 762 433 www.visitinverloch.com www.visitinverloch.com BIG4

INVERLOCH HOLIDAY PARK

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Ocean views

• Sustainable living environment • Minutes drive to town and beach • 3 acre lots

John Flagg Rise Priced Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

from $425,000

• 5 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Award winning design and construction • Walk to town • Steps to beach

Price $885,000

9 Abbott Street Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

Ocean and Inlet views

Buy off the plan now and save

• Short walk to beach, cafes and shops • 4 bedrooms • 2 kitchens • Open plan living • Carport and garage

• Just steps to cafes, restaurants and shops • 3 large bedrooms • Two living rooms • Large deck-views

55 Bayview Ave www.gippslandhomes1a.info/ Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

Price $765,000

Units 1, 2 and 3 at 35 A’Beckett St Price Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

Environmental Living on acreage

120 Albert Ruttle Drive www.gippslandhomes.info Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

Price $1,150,000

• Near level allotments • Generous sizes • House and land packages available

Ullathornes Park Estate Priced Contact Euan Wightman 0409 133 735

Wonthaggi

Rural views • • • • • •

4 bedrooms Study Ensuite Powder room 3 living areas Double garage

Price $485,000

Wonthaggi

Cnr Murray & Bilson Sts

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Inverloch

2a A’Beckett St

5674 3977

Cape Paterson

Shop 3, 2-6 Market Pl

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$790,000 each

Allotments

• 3 bedroom home • Two bathrooms • Double garage and large shed • Adjacent to nature reserve

8 North View Drive Contact Lisa Simpson 0402 103 733

Ocean and Inlet views

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The perfect place to start • • • •

3 bedroom townhouses 2 only 3 years old 1 refurbished 3 years ago Great investment

1, 2 & 3 at 9 Merrin Cres Priced Contact Patrick Barry 0418 124 100

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For information contact Anne-Marie Emanuele T: 03 5952 1131 M: 0419 560 293

Admire the astonishing detail of Celia Rosser’s botanical art. View sculpture and changing exhibitions, enjoy coffee, cake and a light lunch at our cafe. Browse the gift shop for unique objects crafted from banksia and maybe meet the artist herself!

Open Friday through Monday 10am to 4pm Promontory Road Fish Creek VIC 3959 Tel. +61 3 5683 2628 www.celiarossergallery.com.au

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summer attractions It sure is the season for getting out and exploring all on offer. From art galleries, and markets to events and festivals, it’s all there waiting to explore, so grab your friends or family and make a day of it! Read on for the pick of attractions on the coast this summer! coast 91

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art & soul festival Picturesque Churchill Island will come alive again with soulful grooves at the annual ART & SOUL festival on Sunday January 10, 2010. Relax on the lawn overlooking the sparkling waters of Westernport Bay, and enjoy the dulcet tones of Loren, Andrew Fergurson (and the Influence) South of the River Gospel and Family Tree. Bring your family and friends, grab a blanket and enjoy the fine local food and wines on offer. Between sets you can browse the art market, talk to a local maker, or pick up something special.

A great day out - not to be missed.

The line up:

LOREN

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Having played with the likes of John Butler, Lior, Xavier Rudd and Ash Grunwald, Loren is no stranger to the local music scene. With a voice like silk and a natural gift for story telling, he makes an instant connection with his audiences. With a style that is described as original, dynamic and captivating, he possesses an energy onstage that demands attention. John Butler describes him as, “making the kind of music that makes you feel like you¹re getting a massage. A sweet, gentle voice that is accompanied by a relaxed, melodically plucked guitar - written by a man with a heart of gold.”

With over 10 national tours of Australia (and 2 in New Zealand), his fans eagerly await his next show. Loren says, “What I love about music is that it truly is a universal language . . . it reaches us on so many different levels and it reminds us of what connects us all. It’s awesome to be a part of it in a live sense and also to know that people are enjoying it on an individual level in their own space.” www.loren.com.au

SOUTH OF THE RIVER South of the River, a 40 voice a capella choir explores the music and rhythms of Africa, traditional African American gospel and original Australian compositions. They have wowed audiences at the Queenscliff, Apollo Bay, St Kilda and Williamstown Music Festivals. The choir has created successful collaborations with other artists including The Prayerbabies, Tony Backhouse, Geoff Achison and award winning composer Burkhard Dallwitz. www.southoftheriverchoir.com

ANDREW FERGURSON & the influence Andrew Fergurson and the Influence cross many musical genres, but their roots reside in Rhythm and Blues. With a steady diet of eclectic music, the band have been compiling riffs, beats, licks and grooves that give them a unique signature style. The line up includes Andrew on vocals and guitar, brother James on the classic Hammond organ, Peter Barnes on bass guitar and Tim White on the drums. www.myspace.com/andrewfergusonmusic

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FAMILY TREE Local Gippsland band Family Tree make music a family affair. Dad Tom Sizer, along with children Holly, Willow, Rowan and Linden play swing, classic rock and roll, and laid back contemporary (think Waifs, Pete Murray and Missy Higgins). With a energetic combo of guitar and bass, drums, ukelele and coruscating blues harmonica, Family Tree is a favorite on the festival circuit.

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photo - loren Art and Soul festival, Sunday January 10, 10am-4pm. Churchill Island (off Phillip Island) Melways ref 532 G6. Tickets available at the gate on the day. Adults $12, Kids (over 12) $2. Enquiries for the event, or if you wish to be a stallholder contact Sian on 0418 519181 or go to www.artyfarty.com.au and click on the events page.

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It’s the coolest day this summer. Chill Island, is now well established on the coast’s festival calendar. It’s the combination of the unique venue – on an island, off an island, along with stellar line-ups, great food, markets and a major chilled-out vibe that makes Chill so special…

Mr Chill

Scott Owen

What’s exciting you about Chill 2010?

We’ve made a lot of changes for this summer’s festival. We’ve added a second stage that will have a funky, party feel to it. It will be another place to chill on the day with lots of international dj’s and groovy sounds. We’ve also re-organised the site around and added even more great food and wines – bring it on!

Music and you?

I fell into music by luck. We had a piano at home that no one knew how to play. I drew the short straw and had to go and have lessons then really got into music at high school.

How did Chill begin?

As soon as the weather warms up, I relocate and hit the waves at Phillip Island. I always thought that Churchill Island would be a great place for a festival and after a few years of contemplation, it became a reality.

Your favourite chill moments?

Watching people coming over the bridge onto Chill Island. They walk, ride, hitch, drive and bus in. I love seeing them rolling in ready to party.

It’s also gold when the headline acts come on stage and everyone goes beserk. I really dig the vibe of the markets as well.

Any last words?

The Living End has been one of my fave bands for years. I’m amped about them coming to Chill. They’ve got a reputation of putting on a great show. They’re not playing any other festivals this summer which makes Chill unique. This year, we’ve got a pretty much exclusive lineup.

Dub FX will be awesome! 2010 will be bigger and better than ever.

We’ve had the fastest pre-sale ever, so it’s going to be a big one. Get your tix fast! Catch me on Facebook!

Have you been to Phillip Island?

I used to go to Lorne for my holidays. Chris used to go to Phillip Island – his dad raced motorcycles. I used to go and stay with them quite a bit, I’d come down to get waves.

Your influences?

Chris and I have a mutual love of 50s rockabilly music – as we’ve grown, our music has grown too. I still love the 50s music – it’s an influence.

Memorable moments?

We’ve done some crazy big shows, we’ve been lucky; Reding, Leeds, Big Day Out. To look out across 50 000 people is amazing. We haven’t made our gigs easy for ourselves though, our music takes a lot of concentration. It’s hard to think how great it is when we are concentrating on what we are doing!

Where are you at now?

Not many bands have been together as long as we have, we don’t take it for granted. We had a bit of a shake up between us before the album White Noise, but the reaction we have got since its release has been great. It has re-charged the batteries to keep on going. We got over that hurdle. We are all feeling good now.

Copenhagen’s been in the news lately...

Yeah, it’s typical of Copenhagen to be making climate change a priority.

I appreciate that about the Danish, they are the quiet achievers. There’s a place I love there called Christiania. It’s one big hippy commune and the Danish people are really enjoying themselves there! C Win Chill tix! See page 54

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Amazing World of Chocolate Artistic, Interactive, Educational, and Imaginative Exhibits

Over 190 varieties of Handmade chocolate to choose from, or Make Your Own!

Chocolate Cafe Spoil yourself with dessert before dinner

10 Course Dining Experience* Bookings Essential to reserve your seat *

Every 3rd Friday a Month

Relax, enjoy yourself and watch the day go by, with delicious chocolate desserts, beverages and fondues

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9.00am - 5.00pm Closed during Christmas (Dec 25, 26 and 27)

Factory viewing Monday - Sunday

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a great day out Pakenham Racing Club

Going to the races will always guarantee a great time whether you are an expert on the horses or not. Pakenham Racing Club offers fine food, entertainment and a fun social occasion. Step out in style, sip on bubbly, smell the freshly cut grass and celebrate your winners.

Summer Race Meets Fri 4th Dec Xmas Race Day Fri 1st Jan Picnic Race Day Sat 9th Jan Cardinia shire Kid’s Day Out

Fri 29th Jan Fri 12th Feb Sun 28th Feb

Race Day Members Day Pakenham Cup Day

South Gippsland Tourist Railway 

All aboard train buffs and sightseers! South Gippsland Tourist Railway operates a collection of historical locomotives and railcars. Travelling along the hills of the beautiful Strezlecki Ranges, it offers spectacular views across Gippsland to the coast including stunning landscapes and native wildlife.

Running every Sunday, most public holidays and every Wednesday during school holidays, they also operate dinner trains, private charters and murder mystery parties.You can even find out how to drive a train yourself!

Rhyll Trout And Bush Tucker Farm

With a new focus on bush tucker, Rhyll Tout & Bush Tucker Farm is a full day’s entertainment for everyone no matter the weather. Marvel at the indoor rainforest pool and surrounding native wetlands, drop a line and be guaranteed to catch a fish. This environmentally conscious facility offers fishing lessons, provides the bait and tackle, will detangle and bait lines and even clean your catch. As well as their own selection of delicious foods, the chef is willing to cook your catch onsite for you, otherwise take it home or cook it up yourself on the BBQs located in the park.

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit 

This circuit is world-renowned for its adrenalin-pumping speed. Throughout the year, it plays host to major international events like the MotoGP, V8 Supercars and the Superbike World Championship. Yet the circuit is open daily with a range of activities to fulfil your need for speed. The Visitor Centre houses a History of Motorsport Display and you can also take a Guided Circuit Tour where you gain exclusive access to areas like the Race Control, pit garages and you can even stand on the winners’ podium. Get behind the wheel and enjoy the smooth curves and the thrill of the famous Gardner Straight on a self-drive of the circuit - four laps of the circuit under controlled conditions with you behind the wheel of your own car. For some heart-racing action, try your hand at the circuit’s Go Kart Track that is a scale replica of the circuit. And, to get as close as you can to the ‘real thing’, buckle in for an adrenalin-amping triple lap lightning ride around the circuit with an experienced racing driver in an Hot Lap.

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at Pakenham Racecourse

Cardinia Shire Kid’s Day Out Saturday 9th January | | | | |

Free Kids rides | Jumping Castle Bungee Trampoline | Face Painting Snake Handler | Animal Farm Plaster Mould Painting | Go Karts Camp Australia Games

Devine Communities Pakenham Cup Sunday 14th March | $100,000 Devine Communities Pakenham Cup | Marquee Packages available | Fashion on the Field | Live Band | Free Kid’s Activities | Big Screens

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The Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm…

A uniquely Australian experience.

Try your luck fishing in the Trophy Lake, or the indoor Rainforest Pool. Our friendly staff will show you how to get the most out of your visit to the farm.

Meander through our new Bush Tucker Trails. Enjoy coffee and cake or lunch in our heritage style café. Our chef will even cook your catch!

36 Rhyll-Newhaven Rd, Rhyll, Phillip Island.

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www.artzillery.com.au Visit our online store (we even gift wrap!)

• Age appropriate art classes and workshops • Dynamic and passionate art educators • Non-toxic art supplies • Children’s art parties

WE WILL GET YOU

ARMED 4 AR T Contact renae@artzillery.com.au or mobile: 0428 686 250 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

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galleries Angela Newberry Berrys Creek

Showing off the beauty of nature, Angela travels to wilderness areas throughout the world seeking inspiration for her linocuts, relief and screen prints, watercolours and photograms. She also displays magnificent sculpture.

Arty Farty Sculpture Studio Phillip Island

A quirky art and sculpture studio where the founder, Sian Adnam, and other fellow artists create their unusual work using this vibrant space and the world as their muse. Be in awe of the unique, bizzare, and loveable art where every piece will make you smile. Sian offers her talents with laughter filled classes in sculpture and mosaic design as well as after school art classes.

Celia Rosser Gallery & Banksia Cafe Fish Creek (Pictured above)

Celia Rosser is a world renowned botanical artist whose astonishing detail and realism in her work captivates and astounds. Both her own and other noted artists’ work is exhibited and consistently changing. Become a regular visitor, enjoy the light refreshments, and always see something new.

Denis A. Hawkins Studio & Gallery Koonwarra Village

Visit this working studio and gallery in a charming village.

Denis A Hawkins is a master jeweller & sculptor.

Gallery 222 Phillip Island

Nestled amongst the sand dunes, this relaxed and casual gallery and working studio displays beautifal and contemporary artworks inspired by local scenery and colour.

Gecko Studio Gallery Fish Creek

Gecko Studio Gallery host monthly exhibits showcasing the works of new and contemporary artists. Offering collections of ceramics, jewellery and craftworks from local artists and providing a professional framing service, Gecko is the perfect place to find a gift or unique artwork.

Gooseneck Pottery Kardella via Korumburra

Award winning potter, Robert Barron learned from the techniques of craftsmen worldwide and has developed his own style of hand-thrown, wood-fired stoneware. Building one of the largest woodfired kilns in Australia, it is only fired twice a year and is a spectacle worth experiencing.

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McClellandGallery & Sculputure Park Langwarrin

Set in 16 hectares of bush and landscaped gardens it features over 70 outdoor contemporary sculputures by prominent Australian artists.

Mingara Gallery Phillip Island

Mingara Gallery showcases a wide variety of rare hand-selected art pieces that also include functional art, jewellery and handmade products. Hosting regular exhibits by acclaimed artists and offering a wide selection of painting styles and media to compliment anyone’s tastes.

Ride the Wild Goat Gallery & Workshop Fish Creek

Andrew McPherson creates both funtional and aesthetic artwork born out of wood, metal and salvaged materials where their finished form was an evolution in progress. Andrew also seeks out and exhibits artists who utilise unusual medias.

Renae Carmody Designs (Artzillery) Leongatha Nth

Big, bright and bold art that fills your soul with zest and breathes life into a home. Renae’s art will inspire creativity. Learn from this acclaimed artist with her workshops and classes, or inspire your kids with after school and school holiday art programs.

Mushroom Crafts Leongatha

This gallery has regular and varied exhibitions and Marg’s shop also stocks an extensive range of jewellery-making items and Swarovski crystals.

Valley Plains Pottery

Leongatha South (Pictured below) Located in the rural hills of South Gippsland this stylish ceramic gallery and studio showcases contemporary pieces with traditional elements.

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1. Pelican Feeding

Pelicans are unusual and fascinating creatures and even more so when you’re up close and personal.

At 12 noon every day through summer at the San Remo Jetty, come and witness the pelicans being fed. Be amazed when flocks of pelicans descend on the shore eager for their daily lunch of fresh fish offered to them by the San Remo Fisherman Co-op.

2. Phillip Island Nature Park

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This park has so much more than penguins:There’s historic Churchill Island with farm animals, demos and farmers’ markets. Visit the all-new Koala Conservation Centre, walk along clifftop boardwalks to the blowhole at the Nobbies. The Nobbies Centre has unique cameras so you can view the seals offshore at Seal Rocks. The sunset return of the world’s smallest penguins at the nightly Penguin Parade will be a sure highlight of your visit. Take advantage of a discounted 3 Park Pass. This not-for-profit organisation protects Phillip Island’s wildlife and environment.

3. Polperro Dolphin Swims

Leaving daily from Sorrento pier, the team at Polperro can make your dream come true to swim with seals and dolphins on beautiful Port Phillip Bay.

wineries

cruise the coast and check out our best wines!

Bluestone Lane Vineyard, Balnarring Purple Hen Vineyard & Winery, Rhyll Phillip Island Winery, Phillip Island Mallani Wines, Bass Hills

stay a while

Eugenies on Sandymount This Edwardian-style home is Inverloch’s hottest new address.

Silverwater Resort, San Remo A bit of luxury offering all of the extras you would expect at a top-class resort.

Harrys on the Esplanade Luxury in the heart of Cowes.

Taylors Waterfront Accommodation Stylish apartments offer ocean-side luxury.

Prom Country Accommodation and Booking Service Over 110 places to stay.

The Waves Apartments Right on the beach at Cowes, these selfcontained apartments are perfect for your next beach holiday.

Quest Apartments Two locations, conveniently located in the main town of Cowes on Phillip Island.

RACV Resort, Inverloch This award-winning resort has accommodation for every budget and many on-site facilities.

Visitor Information Inverloch, Wonthaggi, Newhaven and Cowes - get all the information you need.

Zenergie, Kongwak Peaceful and private. These self-contained, luxury villas are the perfect couple’s retreat.

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summer health & fitness It’s never too late to start getting fit & it’s not too hard to keep up your fitness during the holidays. Super-fit Elaine Furness from ‘Island Healing’ gives us some hot summer fitness tips: Set achievable goals and start today.

Get Moving! Do some incidental exercise: Go for a 10 min walk during your lunch break; park your car further away and walk; try not to sit for more than half an hour during the day; play with the kids; do some gardening. The options are endless.

Get up early! When you hear the birds, it’s time to get up. Earlymorning exercise creates a calorie deficit and improves metabolism.

Commit to a fitness program and stick to it.

Join a team or club: cricket, tennis, bowls, golf, boardriders.

Get outdoors and discover our beautiful parks, beaches and walking tracks Aim for 30 minutes of ‘cardio’ (exercise where you raise your heart rate but are still abel to talk) every day.

Reward yourself with a special pampering such as a massage.

Say no to food you don’t need.

‘Clean up’ your eating & drinking habits before the party season.

Drink more water – aim for 3 litres every day.

Exercise can be done anywhere, anytime. Get your cardio from walking, jogging, swimming or surfing. Do some body-weight exercises such as squats, lunges, push-ups, dips, chin-ups, crunches or an abdominal bridge. The beach or a seat in the park are all the equipment you need.

6 Forrest Avenue, Newhaven, Phillip Island

www.islandhealing.com.au

5956 7886

Service Menu • • • • • • • • •

Remedial, Deep Tissue & Relaxation Massage The Bowen Technique Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine & Diet Therapy Aromatherapy Massage & Facials, Hot Stone Massage Western Cupping, Aromatherapy, Reflexology & Pregnancy Massage Naturopathy, Reiki & Ear Candling Pilates, Yoga, Guns ‘n Guts, Circuit, Mature Age, Power Bar & Private Spin Classes Personal Training, Corporate Health & Fitness programs Packages & Group Bookings

• FREE screening hearing tests

Gift Vouchers available

Group Fitness Timetable Monday Boot Camp Lite 6:30 - 7:30am (Elaine) Tummy, Hips & Thighs Pilates 9:30 - 10:30am (Virginia) Pilates 6 - 7pm (Virginia)

Tuesday Boxing for Fitness* 9:15 - 10:15am (Elaine) Total Body Circuit 5:15 - 5:45pm (Elaine) Guns ‘n Guts 6 - 7pm (Chris)

*Newhaven Hall - Cnr Fowler Grove & Cleeland St. Newhaven

Wednesday Powerbar 6:15 - 7:15am (Elaine) Pilates 6 - 7pm (Virginia) Boxing for Fitness* 6 - 7pm (Elaine)

Jenny is delighted to have established her permanent Audiology Clinic at Island Healing in Newhaven. If you would like to have a chat about your hearing health, give Jenny a call.

Thursday Boxing Circuit 9:15 - 10:15am (Elaine) Total Body Circuit 5:15 - 5:45pm (Elaine) Yoga (Ashtanga) 6 - 7pm (Kate)

Friday Boxing for Fitness 6:30 - 7:30am (Elaine) Active & Mature Fitness (Over 50’s) 9:30 - 10:15am (Elaine) Saturday Pilates 9:30 - 10:30am (Virginia)

• FREE digital hearing aids for pensioners and DVA claimants • Full diagnostic hearing tests • Musician’s and swimming earplugs • Government Accredited Audiologist Jenny Denehy Audiologist BBSc, Dip Aud, MAudSA(CCP) Call for your FREE screening hearing test Phone 5956 7036 or 0408 130 420 for an appointment

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words sally o’neill photos supplied by polperro

Oh, I love this job! Having to spend a day cruising on Port Phillip Bay with the porpoise (I mean purpose) of swimming with dolphins is heaven-sent!

As I walk down the Sorrento Pier towards the ‘Polperro’, I realise that this crew is one that also loves their job – with a capital ‘L’.. Jess and Ben greet me like a long-lost friend, and I ditch my short-sleeve wetsuit for the lovely long steamer they offer. It’s all business, and as wildlife is exactly that - wild - we need to be suited up and ready to jump in the water at any given moment: so I struggle into the wetsuit before the boat leaves the pier.

It’s me and three French people and a Spanish family on board today.

Both of the French women are called Marie, and they are equally excited about their trip. This is an internationally-recognised experience.

Jess gathers our rubber-clad group to give us the rundown. “Today we are looking for Bottlenose Dolphins. There is a population of about 100 in the bay (Port Phillip). They are completely wild – we don’t feed them and we don’t touch them,” she emphasises. “Basically they love food and sex, so we often see them doing either of those things but, if there is a nursery pod (mothers and calves), we don’t get in the water.”

Jess gives us a demo of how to enter the water and use the snorkel, reinforcing the fact that we must keep within the 13m mermaid-line ropes. Polperro was the original dolphin-swim operator in the bay (there are now three) and has built a reputation on caring for the bay’s wildlife through responsible behaviour and a commitment to research and protection.

We ‘warm up’ with a stop at ‘Chinaman’s Hat’ – an exclusively male outpost - for seals, that is. Australian Fur Seals bask in the sun on this man-made structure. Jess tells us to move quietly and not get them too excited, as they are “like puppy dogs” and get quite revved up. Splashing into the 14-degree water takes my breath away, so it’s a while before I can focus and swim (I feel more like a beached whale). The curious fellas start to slip into the sea and glide gracefully around our group, playing with each other and teasing us with their swift moves.>

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The seal swim has amped us up, and the boat moves on as Ben brings us a welcome cup of tea. We stop to check in on the Australasian Gannet bird colony where the first fluffy chicks of the season peek out from under their mums. These birds dive head first into the sea for fish, so they have special built-in‘crash helmets’ to cushion their brains.

From there, it’s on to find the dolphins. In a 1,950 square kilometre bay, this is a challenge. Luckily, the crew’s years of experience make it possible. We motor near Queenscliff then over to Port Nepean. Jess tells me that she grew up in this army barracks because her father worked there. “I saw wild dolphins every day,” she says. “I also saw the Polperro, and Judy invited me aboard. She told me to come back any time, and the very next day, I was down at the jetty waiting!” That was 11 years ago.

Polperro Dolphin Swims was established in 1986 by the Muir family.

Judy and family began as proprietors of a research vessel, then became Port Phillip Bay’s first commercial dolphin swim operation. Today, their business has grown to become internationally recognised for their responsible dolphin interactions. Judy is a passionate marine campaigner and a bit of a dynamo. Jess tells me that her boss was the first woman to swim across Port Phillip Heads!

The boat suddenly changes course – the crew have spotted a pod of dolphins moving close to shore. Marie, originally from France and now living in Melbourne, explains that she had been on the trip over ten years ago and had never forgotten it. Swimming with and experiencing wild

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dolphins is a lifelong dream for many, and, when it comes to describing the experience, it’s perhaps better to leave it to others, and even better to experience it for yourself….

“It’s an amazing feeling when a dolphin swims right underneath you and seems to look you in the eye and smile! They seem such fun creatures and most importantly it’s wonderful that you visit them in their natural habitat. I’m returning to Australia with my husband in March and this is very much on my wishlist to do again.”

“I had the pleasure of swimming with the Port Phillip Bay dolphins: it was a truly breathtaking experience. As a poor swimmer, I had my concerns and was nervous about entering the water. However, with reassurance from Ben and the excitement of my first close-up sighting of a truly wild dolphin, these fears were soon forgotten. I cannot put clearly into words the feelings of awe, respect, peacefulness and, of course, excitement that came over me. You can only truly understand it when you experience it for yourself. I experienced something very special and life-changing that morning. I was reminded of who I truly am. After having studied very hard for my zoology degree, I find myself in a 9 to 5 office job with few prospects. This experience has given me the motivation I needed to get myself out of the rat race and back to a way of life I know and love.” C

Polperro Dolphin Swims departs daily from Sorrento Pier at 8.30am and 1.30pm, and other times by arrangement. Bookings essential.

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Leave the hustle and bustle

behind. Relax and enjoy great

coffee, all day breakfast and

delicious restaurant-style meals while browsing the gallery gift

shop and soon to be completed Japanese and Roman gardens.

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eliza village life morningtonmt peninsula feature

life on the

Peninsula

Summer is the perfect time to discover the magic of Mornington Peninsula. It’s a little piece of the Mediterranean just a hop skip and a jump away. Great food and wine, fabulous and unique shopping, hidden coves and arts and events await you‌.

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Mt Eliza

the village

The place to spend a day…or two…this summer.

…unique…relaxed…alluring …affordable…friendly…refreshing

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Mt Eliza exudes understated charm. Manchurian Pear trees line the streets of a precinct bathed in soft summer breezes, a haven set off the well-beaten track of the more crowded tourist destinations of Mornington’s Peninsula.

Emerging as somewhat of a rarity in terms of today’s shopping experiences, there are few of the franchises found almost everywhere else you go these days. Instead, Mt Eliza’s 100 or so boutiques and eateries are distinctive owneroperated businesses where you will find originality with an affordable price tag.

Meander the laneways and venture up stairwells…you’re sure to encounter some pleasant surprises.

Amidst the leafy, relaxed ambience of The Village, the artist-designed flags fly and our wrought-iron hand-crafted ‘mermaid seats’ offer resting points whilst you enjoy a leisurely few hours trawling the shops, treating yourself and friends to a long latte, or stopping for a sumptuous lunch at one of a variety of al fresco cafes or quality restaurants.

From vintage chic to local emerging designers, home wares, hair and beauty, kids’ wear and toys, giftware and accessories and the best of local fresh produce, Mt Eliza is brimming with everything needed to deliver your ultimate “day out”. >

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FEMTIQUE

• Fashion • Nightwear • Lingerie • Shoes • Handbags • Sizes 10-24

mens and womens Open 6 Days Monday to Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm streetwear 114 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza

Saturday 9am – 3pm Ph: 9787 6119 (Opposite Post Office)

76a Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza 3930 Ph. 03 9787 8227

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Large range of Accessories & Jewellery

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Canadian Bay Hotel

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The Mellow Canary

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Canadian Bay Hotel is the perfect place to drink with friends, enjoy the family, or for a romantic dinner for two. Introducing a new summer menu, tapas selection and wine list to tickle your tastebuds while you soak up the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

A Function Room is also available for all your special celebrations.

Trish and Kerry are specialists in cruising, coach touring, travelling with children, flight itineraries and travel created especially for you! They can do all aspects of your travel and also have a bridal registry. With over 61 years of experience between the two of them they know how best to book your trip! Remember - without a travel agent, you are on your own!

It’s obvious that owners Catherine and Lizzie share an intoxicating enthusiasm for a gorgeous life filled with the romance and glamour of a bygone era. Their store abounds with new and vintage pieces.

Beautiful fabrics, stunning wallpaper, custom lighting, antique prints and decorative ornaments.

Gouzlan offers a unique and inspiring range of Egyptian and Italian 18ct gold, handmade jewellery and a rare collection of precious and semi-precious stones and magnificent ancient Egyptian Pharaonic jewellery and accessories. Gouzlan is a rare find, with unique products, many oneof-a-kind, high quality pieces. This is the place to find a special gift or to just spoil yourself.

35 Ranelagh Drive Mt. Eliza 3930 Call 9775 2331 www.canadianbay.com.au

62 Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza Call 9787 5437

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Asnew Boutique

Linton La Fontaine

Mt Eliza Deli

Hunter

Nestled in Petticoat Lane, off Ranelagh Drive, it’s a treasure trove of fabulous pre-loved and new clothing, shoes, boots, hats, bags and accessories at a fraction of their retail price. Our range of new summer shoes and sandals are sensational and we stock only top quality and designer clothing brands. This is one of those secrets you’ll want to share with your best friends!

This Garden Boutique has cleverly combined design and consultation services with indoor plants, homewares, summer scarves, bags, hats and jewellery.

Their amazing garden laneway has a range of pots from vintage to contemporary and drought tolerant plants. Get free home and gardening tips!

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Truly gourmet inspired, with an abundant range of authentic local produce including a fusion of genuine Asian groceries, local & imported fresh-cut cheeses, hand-crafted sour dough bakery breads, exquisite Noisette pastries, the best sponges on the Peninsula, a range of sumptuous fresh cakes daily and sensational coffee. It’s more than a deli, it’s a gastronomic experience.

Latest summer fashions in store now from the hottest European designers. Stocking men’s and women’s streetwear and designer brands Pepe London, LTB, Ben Sherman, Elwood, Dada & Co, Metalicus and Mesop, Hunter has everything you need for your wardrobe this season.

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Mt Eliza @ a Glance Elegance Boutique – quality brands at affordable prices. If you are looking for that unique piece, you can’t go past Elegance p. 118 Euro Collections – brings you the latest fashions from the catwalks of Europe at great prices, including shoes and accessories, the range has to be seen to be believed – Mornington & Mt Eliza p. 51 Femtique – fashion, nightwear and stylish accessories for women sizes 10 -24. Lisa and her team are sure to have you stepping out with style p. 118 Verde – steaks, pastas and Italian cuisine, experience the Verde difference p. 123

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76a Mt Eliza Way, Mt Eliza 3930 (Opposite Post Office)

Mornington Antique Centre Ph. 03 9787 8227

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Close by: Beach St Garden Gallery – step out of the everyday into the magic of Beach Street, great coffee, fab meals, gifts, flowers, art, plants & more p. 114 Bluestone Lane Vineyard – dine or sample the delectable drops, this winery and restaurant is away from the hustle and bustle in Balnarring, it’s a secret discovery you will want to share, p. 127 Cranbourne Botanic Gardens – experience summer in the Australian Garden and surrounding bushland. Activities, tours, events and unique café and gifts p. 6 McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery – explore Australia’s premier sculpture park where you can kick a footy, have a picnic or dine in style, spend a day p. 39 Mornington Antique Centre – you name it, they’ve got it! This is the real deal with 60 000 square feet of antiques and bric-a-brac. Stop for a coffee at café Lulu while you shop. Open 7 days p. 121 Polperro Dolphin Swims – it’s the experience of a lifetime, cruising on Port Phillip Bay and swimming with seals and dolphins. Polperro will make your dream come true with their award-winning tours, p. 206 Rustique – this range of provincial-inspired furniture is perfect for your coastal dream home p. 33 Sketa – get an individual look with this limited range of Australian designed and made garments and quality accessories p. 49 Tutti Frutti and Coffee Traders – Who can go past hand-made Italian gelato? Perfect for a summer stroll along the beach. At Coffee Traders, you are guaranteed of a quality coffee every time, relaxed atmosphere and delicious snacks and light meals, p. 127 Tyabb Antique Centre – browse for fine-quality antiques at this Tyabb gallery, you are sure to find a piece to add charm to your home p. 65 V-Escape – Develop your individual style at these exclusive salons in Safety Beach and Flinders. Your personal stylist will have you looking and feeling fabulous p. 205

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fabulousfood Dukkah Spiced Lamb with Orange Couscous & Harissa Mt Eliza’s Verde restaurant has long been a favourite destination for locals and visitors. The menu offers a wide selection from classical Italian to great steak and fresh seafood, all prepared in a new and innovative style. Verde’s warm, welcoming atmosphere offers both indoor and outdoor dining options. Here’s one of their favourites:

Dukkah Rub

Couscous

½ cup pistachios ½ cup almonds 2 tsp coriander seeds 2 tsp cumin seeds

2 tsp sesame seeds 2 cardamon pods ½ tsp tumeric ½ tsp fennel seeds

300g couscous 1¼ cups water 1 cup chicken stock 3 tsp olive oil

Toast nuts in a warm pan, add spices and continue to cook over a low heat until they become fragrant. Grind ingredients together in a mortar and pestle or spice blender until mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

2 tsp grated orange zest 2 tbs chopped coriander pinch salt ½ cup currants

Bring stock, water, oil, orange zest, and salt to the boil. Add couscous, return to the boil, and then remove from the heat. Cover and stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork, and add the currents and coriander.

Spicy Harissa 2 red chillies 3 red capsicum 2 garlic cloves 2 tsp smoked paprika

2 tsp ground carraway seeds splash of olive oil

Lamb 12 lamb cutlets 2 zucchini

Remove tops and seeds from the chilli and capsicum and dice into small cubes. Cook over low heat in saucepan with paprika, crushed garlic cloves, caraway, and oil until most of the moisture has evaporated, and you are left with a thick paste.

Fresh Seafood

Rub the lamb cutlets with some of the dukkah and a little olive oil.

Sear in a hot pan for roughly 2 minutes on both sides. Serve with some sautéed zucchini ribbons, the couscous and harissa on the side.

Serves 4 C

Great Steak

Modern Italian Cuisine

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legacy

a sculptural

Mc Clelland Gallery + Sculpture Park is a true gift of art and nature for all to enjoy.

It was a giant, hairy man that marked the turning point for McClelland Gallery+Sculpture Park. When gallery director Robert Lindsay purchased the significant work ‘Wild Man’ by Ron Mueck, it heralded a new era and took the gallery one step closer to its vision of being Australia’s leading sculpture park.

It seems there are two things that most people don’t know about McClelland Gallery+Sculpture Park. The first is exactly where it is situated (Langwarrin is just near Frankston) and the second is that entry to this fabulous facility is absolutely free.

But back to the hairy man. “The purchase of ‘Wild Man’ by Ron Mueck marked our coming of age as a major gallery,” says director Robert Lindsay of the 2.85m tall sculpture. “Ron Mueck was born in Melbourne and is the most successful Australian artist on the international scene in the 21st century.” Robert came to the gallery in 2003 to install the Rodin exhibition. “This marked an expansive view for the gallery – there were 72 bronze pieces and that exhibition attracted our entire projected annual attendance. We have now trebled the attendance and are on an upward trajectory.”

In February 2007, the gallery bought adjoining land which effectively doubled the size of the grounds. This area will be featured in the McClelland Sculpture Survey in 2010. This major outdoor biennial sculpture exhibition was launched in 2003 and offers a $100 000 prize and “is the most important sculpture exhibition in Australia, and a major form of patronage for Australian sculpture,” says Robert.

This ongoing patronage of the arts is intrinsic to McClelland’s philosophy. Harry McClelland was part of the generation of Australian artists known as ‘The Gum Tree School’. He attended the National Gallery School in the early 1900s, studying under such greats as Bernard Hall and Frederick McCubbin. He and sister Annie May (known as Nan) were independently wealthy and led a colourful, bohemian life. Nan was known for her bright personality, was innovative and interested in spiritualism and palmistry. They holidayed in Frankston, moving there permanently in the 1920s. They purchased acreage in Langwarrin in the 1930s and built a country studio in the 1940s. When Nan passed away in 1961, she bequeathed her wealth and the land for a gallery. It is a requirement of the original bequest that entry to the park remains free.

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Today, their memory is honoured in a vibrant arts facility which is home to several community groups. “Wild Man was a major acquisition which raised the bar and our profile. The 16 hectares of land gives us the possibility of having up to 300 works on show, so people can easily spend a full day exploring the park and experiencing art and nature. Sculpture and art give a sense of identity.

Our role is to provide an enjoyable and enlightening experience – to be intriguing, strike the imagination and be controversial. It’s about you as an individual in the time, place, culture you live in. We give an insight into what is happening, where we’ve come from, where we are going.”

A visit to the gallery is a great day out. You can pack a picnic or indulge yourself in the café which is light and airy with a modern stylish menu and great coffee. There are indoor and outdoor exhibition spaces. Inside, the three galleries host temporary exhibitions and also showcase items from the extensive collection including works on paper, photographs, painting and sculpture.

Lectures and workshops often accompany these exhibitions. There is also a small but very tasteful (and tempting) gallery shop with a range of hard-to-find books, great cards, jewellery, accessories and homewares. Shop manager Trish Delves is an amazing volunteer who often brings back treasures from her travels to stock the shelves.

The outdoor sculpture park houses over 70 works set amongst landscaped gardens and native bushland. Works are by artists such as Inge King, Lenton Parr, Clement Meadmore, Anthony Pryor and Norma Redpath. Recent acquisitions include works by Rick Amor, Peter Corlett, Robert Owen, Lisa Roet and Ken Unsworth.The paths meander around the lake and through the bushland leading to inspiring installations at every turn. >

words sally o’neill photos warren reed and mark ashkanasy Ron Mueck Wild man 2005 polyester resin, silicone, horse hair, polyester monofilament 285.0 x 162.0 x 108.0cm Purchased by The Elisabeth Murdoch Sculpture Foundation and The Balnaves Foundation, 2008 Photography: Mark Ashkanasy Out on loan to December 2010

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I’ve travelled to Broome every which way. Across the Nullabor then the epic road trip up the incredibly vast west coast via the Pilbara. Across from Katherine through the spine-tingling Kimberley and, my least favourite, those long red-eye flights via Perth.

The way I travel to this magical outpost is not important really - I just keep going back. In fact, people say ‘Welcome home’ when I arrive – it’s that sort of place.

This time, I’ve discovered a direct flight from Melbourne and I’m flying in. Reds and golds of the sunset surround us as we swoop over the town, wingtips almost touching the buildings. The locals are used to this close call, but it certainly makes newcomers’ jaws drop! Needless to say, the airport is very close to town. From the freezing, singledigit temperatures of Melbourne, the captain announces it’s a lazy 27 degrees outside – oh bliss!

Blissful is really the only way to describe Broome. It’s a travel destination with its own unique personality – warm, inviting, eclectic and diverse. This thriving town is located in outback Western Australia on the shores of the Indian Ocean and on the same latitude as Townsville. And the weather (in winter anyway) is nothing short of spectacular. I describe it as ‘sleep under a light blanket, swim in the middle of the day then dine under the stars in a summer dress’ type of weather – yummy!

Once you arrive, it’s essential to get into ‘Broome time’ as quickly as possible. But don’t feel pressured: there’s no real rush to do anything

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much. Just slip into a glorious state of floating through each day with no bigger decision than which beach to relax on or where to enjoy a sunset drink. Life in Broome follows a rhythm of sunsets, tide changes and moon phases.

In fact, Broome is a town that has built a tourist attraction out of the moon. When the full moon coincides with a low tide across the mud flats of Roebuck Bay, (and we are talking 9+ metre tide changes) the illusion of a stairway is created. Everyone flocks to experience this phenomenon, either drive-in style from their cars on the headland, or standing along the shore. During the peak season there is also a great market down at Town Beach where you will often see drummers heralding the rising moon.

To experience some Broome culture, there’s no better place to start than the Saturday morning Courthouse Markets. Wander through the melting pot of Broome cultures with its range of handcrafts and uniquely Broome wares along with organic fruit and vegies, mango icecreams and Broome’s own coffee blends. Enjoy the travelling hippies who perform and sell handcrafts, or browse some local indigenous art.

Broome’s wide main street still retains features of the town’s original status as a pearling outpost. Amongst my favourite landmarks is the

coast travel “The hero is Cable Beach - an endless stretch of white sand. Sunset is a traffic jam, literally, of people, cars and camels.”

world’s oldest cinema garden, Sun Cinemas. This delightful outdoor picture garden opened in the silent movie era in1916. It’s a real treat to just lay back in a deck chair and watch a movie, or the stars, or both.

I take a leaf out of the true locals’ book and always take a few extra cushions for maximum comfort.

Stroll down Jimmy Chi Lane from the main street to Chinatown proper – a real piece of Broome’s heritage. The ornate buildings back onto the mud flats of Roebuck Bay. It’s not hard to imagine that these shores used to be strewn with pearling luggers from end to end. Since pearling stopped in the1980s, this is now a lovely shopping precinct with great spots such as Ra Ra’s Café (where I like to think all the locals – and me - hang out) as well as ‘Simply Broome’ packed full of unique Broome art and creations. I always indulge my fantasies with a visit to ‘Linneys’. This sumptuous pearl emporium houses treasures you may not be able to resist.

On the pearling theme, it’s fun to take a trip out of town to Willie Creek Pearl Farm. What I love most about this working pearl farm is the romance of it. Sitting in a cane chair on the verandah of Australia’s most remote jewellery showroom is something else. The warm breeze blows in gently from the Indian Ocean, the palm trees sway and you

can almost see the old-time pearling masters in their white suits…

Anyone who has read Di Morrisey’s ‘Tears of the Moon’ will be with me, but, back to reality…

A day in Broome is incomplete without at least one trip to the beach.

I love Gantheaume Point where the spectacular red cliffs plunge into the aqua waters. The beach is wide and welcoming, and accessible at nearly any tide. Of course, the hero is Cable Beach – an endless stretch of white sand. Sunset is a traffic jam, literally, of people, cars and camels.

The sunset camel ride along Cable Beach is an iconic Aussie journey – one I am yet to experience. After the sun has set, the line of car taillights snakes along the sand as people travel home. I always smile when I see that the camels also have their own blinking tail-lights (on their tails) as they plod home for the night!

Evenings are balmy, and frangipani fragrance fills the air. Most restaurants are open-air to take advantage of the superb climate.

The wide range of eateries is spread from Cable Beach to Chinatown with a few hidden treasures in ‘Old Broome’ such as Matso’s Brewery and Café Carlotta – book early to enjoy these fine establishments. >

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red hot chilli pepper Haggis is a man with a fiery past . . .

“Then I met this chick at a Chain gig and we ended up partying for two weeks. She said she was going to Alabama. I thought she said Louisiana, and told her I’d meet her there. I left Australia with forty bucks.”

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When you meet someone whose nickname is Horrible Haggis, you’d probably be wondering how the name came about, or why it’s stuck. But somehow, that’s the last thing on my mind as I try to keep up with the tall stories that flow easily from this fiery character.

1960s meat-and-three-veg East Bentleigh was home for young Victor Vogt (the nickname came later). “My dad dropped dead from a heart attack when I was about 14, and I left school at 15. I bought my first surfboard and used to hitch down to Phillip Island before the old lady found out I’d wagged school.”

Through the early 80s he drifted in and out of work. There were squats and chicks and beer and bikes. “Then I met this chick at a Chain gig and we ended up partying for two weeks. She said she was going to Alabama. I thought she said Louisiana, and told her I’d meet her there.

I left Australia with forty bucks.” He hit New Orleans, discovered his mistake and lived on the streets in squats, selling hot dogs in Bourbon Street.

After returning to Australia, he was again in and out of work. And then there was The Accident. “Took out my hip, my ribs, my face. I didn’t have a helmet. We were on our way to the Long Flat Motorcycle Rally. Out of our bunch of bikes, mine was the one the idiot-driver hit. I always remember the look on the passenger’s face as I smashed into the door pillar. We had to stop at the pub to get some beers before going to hospital. I’m there in the emergency with the six-pack sitting beside me.

Beer and concussion don’t mix, but I was back to party in six hours!”

After he recovered, he got a job bagging cement, then became redundant and opened a late-night hot-dog stand outside a strip joint, specialising in Cajun-inspired chilli sauces. He earned up to $1200 for 14 hours work a week. But it was a dangerous gig. “If you’re sitting there late at night with cash, you’re a target. There were lots of fights going on at most venues. I had more than my fair share of diving through the servery window.” Despite all the bad things that ever happened in “the stands”, he defends his time there:“90% of the time in the hot dog stand was fantastic: I met some great people, some I’m still serving after all these years.”

Then in 1999, a newspaper ad changed his life. “I was looking to buy a car for the missus, when we came across an ad for a little house on the gourmet trail near Jindivick. A venison farm on eight acres on Jackson’s Track. I said, ‘Let’s go for a quick drive to Warragul before we buy the car’.” The property was up for auction the next day. “We were catering for 60 for a Grand Prix function in the city. I threw the meat in the oven, we jumped in the car, and raced down to the auction. It’s got to be the most stupid thing I’ve ever done, eh? We won the bidding by $250 and used the $16,000 for the car as the deposit.”

“I raced back to finish the cooking and get on site - the meat was perfectly done. So there I am serving away and one of the guests asks me, ‘Why are you in a Santa suit?’ I looked up and said: ‘Isn’t this meant to be an Irish Christmas function?’ They said ‘no’ and I thought: ‘Haggis, you’ve just spent $150,000 that you don’t have, and you’re standing here mistakenly in a Santa suit at a corporate function. Get a grip.”

The next day, wife Lisa told him not to read his horoscope. “So I did. It said: ‘Don’t do it. You can’t afford it. You know you won’t listen to anyone, but don’t do it’.” The deer ate the first few hundred chilli plants that Haggis planted, but he kept going. Sales kicked along, with business across Australia and from the USA and Singapore to Brunei. He and an old mate launched the 1st Victorian Chilli Festival and later changed the name to the Hot Sauce and Fiery Foods Festival. Since then an estimated 40 to 50,000 burnt-mouth fanatics have arrived from across Australia, New Zealand … and … hot-diggity, even from Texas, the home of chilli.

And y’all come back, now. Or, more correctly, they used to…

In 2001 the business had expanded into a restaurant called Noeyedeer (say it slowly) and the family had expanded to include two daughters, aged six and ten. It’s February and it’s Black Saturday. The buildings are timber. “And our insurance had expired the night before,” says Haggis.

“I sent the girls away and stayed here and defended. The restaurant survived and I laugh at it now, but no way in hell would I do that again.”

And then his trouble really started. He attended a local fire recovery meeting and discussed with officials his plans to run the annual festival the following weekend. “We were given the OK to go on with the show.”

That was on Wednesday. Then, on the Friday - the night before the festival - he was told to cancel the event. Authorities deemed it too dangerous to have visitors coming through the fire-hit region. “I said, ‘What do you mean? We’ve got people coming from across Australia and around the world. You had better come outside and tell them, because I’m not going to’. I was mad as hell, in tears. I can’t remember sleeping that night. Apart from the fire, it was one of the worst things I have ever experienced.”

Every year the festival supports a charity. “The stupid thing was that the charity for that year was going to be the fire relief fund – and I had just been told that I couldn’t run the festival.” He had to write off eight to ten months of preparation and at least $20,000. “I’m still paying it off. I lost all the money from the festival, and I’ve developed health problems.

I haven’t had a catering job for six months. It’s hard when you’ve got no work.”

But, he’s booked February 21 and 22 for the 2010 festival. “This will be my Grand Finale, and God help anyone who tries to stop me.” The boy from the suburbs seems to be a veteran of rolling with life’s punches. “If you don’t put your cohunas on the line, you’ll never know.”

Oh, and the nickname? “I used to live in St Kilda and cook for some ladies of the night and dancers on Friday nights. I served them roast leg of lamb with bourbon chasers - those were the days. I got the name Haggis just by being the cook, and the Horrible part came about from some old Italian blokes I used to give a hard time to.” C

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where to

eat

Archies on the Creek

Champions Cafe

Aztex

Chocolate Factory

Beach Street Garden, Gallery & Cafe

Coffee Traders/ Tutti Frutti

81 Archies Creek Rd Archies Creek Phone 5678 7787 Unique culinary destination

10 Thompson Ave Cowes Phone 5952 3102 Cosmopolitan Dining

162 Beach Street Frankston Phone 9783 7109 All day breakfast and lunches

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Back Beach Road Phone 5952 2710 Racing good food!

930 Phillip Island Rd Newhaven Phone 5956 6600 For chocolate lovers

Blake Street Mornington Phone 5977 1177 Great coffee, cool ice cream

Bluestone Lane Vineyard

Curry Leaf

Boonerwurrung Cafe

Dutchies Stonegrill Restaurant

269 Myers Rd Balnarring Phone 5989 7081 Winery & Restaurant

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne Cnr Ballarto Rd & Botanic Dve Phone 5990 2247 Casual dining & functions

Shop 9, Vista Place Cape Woolamai Phone 5956 6772 Great curries

1 Vista Place Cape Woolamai Phone 5956 6000 Unique hot stone dining

Burger Edge

Fai Thai

Cafe Chocolatte

Fishing Village Bar & Cafe

12 Thompson Ave Cowes Phone 5952 1216 Fresh Gourmet burgers

1805 Phillip Island Rd Phillip Island Phone 5952 2283 Hot chocolate, chocs & more

Cafe Lulu

Mornington Antique Centre 65 Tyabb Rd Mornington Phone 5977 0155 Coffee, snacks & antiques

143 Marine Pde San Remo Phone 5678 5020 Authentic Thai cuisine

129 Jupiter Blv Venus Bay Phone 5663 7100 Bar, restaurant & takeaway

Hard Loch Cafe 10 Smith Street Loch Phone 5659 4466 Divine coffee

Harry’s on the Esplanade

17 The Esplanade Cowes Phone 5952 6226 Delicious cuisine

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Henrietta’s

Red Elk Bar & Cafe

The Nobbies

Infused

Sandsford Antiques

The Puzzle Cafe

Kilcunda General Store

Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm

Tomo Japanese

McClelland Gallery Cafe

San Remo Bakehouse

Vela Nine

Mangowood

Sherwoods Restaurant

Verde

Ocean View Hotel

Schnappers

Watermark @ Silverwater Resort

48 Bair Street Leongatha Phone 5662 5856 Coffe, lunch, brunch and cakes

115 Thompson Avenue Cowes Phillip Island Phone 5952 2655 Restaurant,cafe, wine bar

Bass Hwy Kilcunda Phone 5678 7390 Beautiful food, delicious coffee

390 McClelland Dve Langwarrin Phone 9789 1610 Cafe, sculpture & functions

6 Smith St Warragul Phone 5623 2777 Gluten Free Fine Foods

Bass Highway Kilcunda Phone 5678 7011 Friendly atmosphere & great food

27 A’Beckett Street Inverloch Phone 5674 3264 Hip cafe/bar

13 A’Beckett St Inverloch Phone 5674 3339 Antiques & cosy cafe

36 Rhyll-Newhaven Rd Rhyll Phone 5956 9255 Unique dining

153–155 Marine Parade San Remo Phone 5678 5862 Pastries, treats & coffee

5 Thompson Avenue Cowes Phillip Island Phone 5952 3773 Elegant casual dining

3–4 Ramsey Blv Inverloch Phone 5674 1922 Fresh local gummy shark

Nobbies Centre Phillip Island Phone 5951 2816 Ocean view cafe & functions

1805 Phillip Island Rd Cowes Phone 5952 2283 At Amaze’n’things - food & fun

23 A’Beckett St Inverloch Phone 5674 3444 Modern Japanese

9 A’Beckett St Inverloch Phone 5674 1188 Restaurant & Wine Bar

34 Mt Eliza Way Mt Eliza Phone 9787 0200 Mt. Eliza’s favourite restaurant

Corner Phillip Island Tourist Rd & Potters Hill Road San Remo Phone 5671 9300 Contemporary dining

Pelican View Restaurant

Taylors Waterfront

Wonthaggi Club

Phillip Island RSL

The Esplanade Hotel

Woolamai Pizza

RACV Resort

The Gilded Lily

190 Marine Parade San Remo Phone 5678 5206 Fresh fish and chips at San Remo’s Fishing Co-op

Cnr Cowes Rhyll Rd & Thompson Ave Phone 5952 1004 Contemporary dining

70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Road Inverloch Phone 5674 0000 Spectacular views

1215 Phillip Island Tourist Rd Phillip Island Phone 5956 7371 Seafood a speciality

1 A’Beckett St Inverloch Phone 5674 1432 Delicious meals

16 McBride Avenue Wonthaggi Phone 5672 1007 Modern menu & functions

2 Vista Place Cape Woolamai Phone 5956 7000 The best pizza in town!

35 Victoria Rd Loch Phone 5659 4488 Intimate dining, modern menu

Let’s eat!

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Sparkling summer words rick lacey photo christina prochazka

Warmer days and festive events – must be time for sparkling wines. We take them for granted, but they are a relatively recent development in wine – evolving only 400 years ago. Not long, when you realise that wine has been traded for around 5,000 years.

In truth, wine-producing regions have probably always dabbled in a bit of sparkling. About half way through its fermentation, wine is bubbly, sweet, fresh and pretty nice – surely it made its way to the table in winemaking regions.

But sparkling wine as we know it did not come into being until around 1660, and it first happened in England. The major cause was climate change – global cooling caused “The Little Ice Age” from the mid-1500s to mid-1800s. In addition to causing famine and strife, it wiped out England’s vineyards and changed the map of winegrowing in Europe. It was particularly severe around 1660, and it is thought that in France’s cooler regions such as Champagne the cold stopped fermentations before they were complete. Wines shipped to England in barrels were bottled there in winter, and with warmer weather in summer any unfinished ferments re-started in bottle. Lots of exploding corks and bottles, but enough just right to make this fizzy wine a fashionable drink in London at that time.

As the Champagne region was a red wine producer at that time, it’s reasonable to assume that the first sparklings were red, white and all shades between.

Something to ponder as you sample some of the terrific sparkling wines from Gippsland: there’s nothing as good as sparkling red with the Christmas turkey – a very Australian contribution to the festive season. Sparkling red production in Australia began around 1880 and has eventually delivered a pretty unique style of wine. C

Vineyard & Winery 96 McFees Road Rhyll Phillip Island Hours: 11am – 5:30pm Boxing Day to end Summer – 7 days a week School Holidays – 7 days a week Other times: 5 days a week (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) Phone: 5956 9244 www.purplehenwines.com.au

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Pelican Feeding daily at 12 noon

Pelican View Fish and Chip Restaurant established by the San Remo Fishermans Co-op 190 Marine Parade, San Remo

www.srfco.com.au info@srfco.com.au

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Enjoy healthy eating and friendly service Offering a large diabetic, low fat, low sugar menu – Good for everyone!

Also catering for other food intolerances, such as fructose, lactose and wheat.

Delicious focaccias, soups and salads

Catering now available Breads, European Pastries & Cakes, Special Occasion Cakes, Cafe Foods & Fresh Coffee Proprietors Paul & Roberta Smith 153 -155 Marine Parade, San Remo San Remo Bakehouse_v2.indd 1

Tel. 5678 5862 2/11/09 1:01:22 PM

1Q=HEPU OA=BKK@ >U PDA OA= • Quality seafood in a relaxing bar and café atmosphere • Fully licensed with three beers on tap - local and Australian wines • Live music most Friday and Saturday nights • ‘Pot ‘N Parma’ nights weekdays • Friday Night ‘Happy Hour’ from 4 to 7 pm

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rchie’s on the creek

Gather round foodies, and head to Archie’s Creek. South Gippsland has just secured a major new culinary destination with oodles of style garnished with warm, country hospitality.

words sally o’neill photos warren reed

What began as a dream for local entrepreneur Vern Rickman has turned into a reality that I suspect is even grander than the original vision. With an opening scheduled for December, we took a sneak peek at the many and varied aspects of Archie’s on the Creek.

Vern & Debi Rickman are passionate about their food and the area they live in. Their glamorous, contemporary restaurant and event centre, just outside of Wonthaggi will showcase Gippsland’s exceptional produce. Because they believe that the region produces Victoria’s best Black Angus beef, they have designated the restaurant as an upmarket steakhouse complete with kitchen garden and dry-ageing facilities. Their philosophy is simple: local, organic, fresh and abundant.

The entrance to Archie’s on the Creek is opulent, and you can’t help stopping and staring at the enormous crystal chandelier above you.

Operations manager Michael Augustin has spent months recruiting and training the hospitality team, and his work has paid off. Our hostess,

Sierra, greets us with a warm smile and gives us a quick tour before we dine. There are many facets to the facility. Apart from dining, there are ample amenities for conferences, functions and private dinners.

The ‘Hound Room’ can seat up to 80, the ‘Fox Boardroom’ is perfect for a small meeting of 12 and there are five discrete dining areas.

For a more casual affair, the brasserie and cocktail lounge is great for a coffee during the day and transforms into a stylish cocktail bar by night.

This is my second visit to Archie’s, and the cellar never ceases to amaze me. Dan Murphy would be envious! There are over 15 000 bottles of wine in this room. Vern’s love of quality reds is evident, but my personal favourite is the champagne wall. Lock the door and leave me in there is what I say! But Sierra ushers me out through the VR (Vern Rickman) tasting room where the photographer’s eyes glaze over for a moment at the 100 scotch whiskies and boutique beers on display. This is perfect for a casual evening of indulgence over a few grazing plates. It may even end with a top-notch cigar or two. Make sure you book a taxi! >

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SHERWOODS Restaurant

elegant casual dining

Modern Australian cuisine – menu changing weekly Wood ďŹ red meats and fresh seafood Private upstairs function room with beer garden catering for all budgets and for all occasions

Phillip Island’s best seafood platter Open 5 nights including Sunday lunch 7 days in January – lunch and dinner

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Bookings preferred, call Eddie & Karen Sherwood

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C A F E & H O M E WA R E S Largest range of homewares in South Gippsland.

Stockists of Pandora.

You can now visit us online at: henriettas.com.au

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8.30 – 4.30 Monday – Friday 8.30 – 2.00 Saturday

Homewares 9.00 – 5.30 Monday – Friday 9.00 – 3.00 Saturday

48 Bair St Leongatha 3953 03 5662 5856 Henriettas_v3.indd 1

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With comfortable modern surrounds and a fantastic range of entertainment options, the Phillip Island RSL is the island’s favourite meeting place.

Whether its coffee with friends, dinner with family or a special occasion, our friendly staff and great menu make every visit memorable!

Phillip Island RSL

Open 7 days • For the benefit of members and guests The ANZAC Room is ideal for weddings, engagements, birthdays, corporate dinners, and conferences. Our boardroom facilities also accommodate smaller training groups or conferences, and the Lone Pine Bistro is ideal for smaller functions and social events.

Visit our website for more information, including upcoming events!

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www.pirsl.com.au Tel. (03) 5952 1004 13/11/09 9:46:00 AM

Meet with Friends and enjoy Extensive Cosmopolitan Cuisine to satisfy all Cravings Welcoming Vegetarian and Gluten Free Diners Fully Licensed & BYO

Wine Only, corkage applies.

Restaurant: 5952 3102 Take Away: 5952 3106 10 Thompson Ave Cowes Open Every Day for Lunch & Dinner aztex burger edge v_2.indd 1

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Phillip Island’s best gourmet burgers Delicious Chemical Free Fast Food

Open from 12pm 7 Days 12 Thompson Ave Cowes Phone Orders Welcome 5952 1216 See full range at www.burgeredge.com 19/11/09 11:17:12 AM

my favoriterecipe Lavender pannacotta with a blueberry mille-feuille and raspberry dust Tony & Felicity, owners of Vela Nine Restaurant and Wine Bar in Inverloch, pride themselves on making everything by hand using high-quality ingredients and working to source as much local and organic produce as possible.

Lavender Pannacotta

Pâte Sablée for Mille-feuille

1.3 litres thickened cream Rind of one lemon, grated 20g lavender 1 vanilla pod 200ml milk 5 sheets gelatin 150g pure icing sugar

250g plain flour 200g butter 100g pure icing sugar 2 egg yolks Vanilla Pinch salt

Place the cream, milk, lemon, lavender and vanilla pod in a pot and bring to boil. Simmer until reduced by a third.

Remove from heat and let infuse for 10 min, until just warm.

Add sugar and gelatin then strain through a fine sieve.

Place some lavender leaves in 150ml dariole mould and pour in mixture. Refrigerate.

Mixture fills 12 x 150ml dariole moulds.

Cream butter, sugar and vanilla. Add egg yolks, salt and flour. Rest pastry for 30min, then roll out (2mm thick). Cut into desired size and shape. Bake at 180 degrees C for 12 min.

Create mille-feuille with layers of pâte sablée, whipped vanilla cream and blueberries.

Serve with garnish of raspberry dust (ground dehydrated raspberries) and lavender flower. C

Mangowood has adopted a philosophy of abundance and freedom of choice for those affected by ceoliac disease and other food intolerances. Opened in May 08 by Laurel and Wayne Foenander, Mangowood is a totally gluten free environment. Mangowood serves freshly ground organic, fairtrade coffee and retails a great range of groceries, frozen foods and gluten free lollies. We cater to order for functions and specialty cakes. Everything is created fresh daily, including curries, risottos, soups, salads, handmade sponges and eclairs.

Shop 6 Smith Street Warragul 3820 Mangowood.indd 1

Ph 03 56 232 777

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The Killy Pub & Meikles Ocean View Bistro

“Providing a quality product with

attentive service and total commitment

to your catering needs”

now operating with

Sarah Ashe catering

• Stunning ocean views • Family friendly • Beer garden •70 seater marquee • Delicious meals • Bookings recommended on w/e • Specialising in fresh local seafood & Gippsland beef • Extensive range of specials

www.killypub.com.au Bass Hwy, Kilcunda Bar 56787245 Bistro 56787011 Ocean View Hotel.indd 1

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www.sarahashe.com.au Enquiries 5672 1216 12/10/09 11:06:19 AM

cooking@cleanskin

words taylor hammond photos taylor hammond & cleanskin supplied

I can cook, and I am a big lover of great food, but I am definitely not adventurous with ingredients and techniques. As a result of my lack of exposure to the culinary world, I have always preferred to stick with what I knew.

Then I discovered that the culinary world has been brought to our doorstep. Cleanskin Kitchenware is now hosting Classes by the Masters of Food, and expanding our notions of what is possible.

Award-winning and world-renowned chefs and restaurateurs are being invited to share the knowledge and experience they have accumulated over hundreds of hours providing pleasure to our palates. This includes Pierre Khodja of Hawthorn’s Canvas Restaurant – recently achieving a Hat in the Age 2010 Good Food Guide.

During this ‘master class’ session, I had the privilege of discovering some wonderful recipes as well as acquiring useful techniques and learning to use a broader variety of cookware. All the while, Pierre fascinated us with stories of his first-hand experiences around the world.

As the room started to fill with glorious smells that kicked my senses into action, I also noticed our wonderful hosts, Michele Wittner and John Vincent, arranging plates and cutlery. Could this mean we would get to eat the beautiful food we were witnessing the creation of? Then the crusty bread came out... yes, we would! I was in awe. Not only was I learning lots and thoroughly enjoying myself; I also got to eat a four delicious course’s cooked for me by an award-winning chef!

I can now cook using a fantastic earthenware dish called a tagine, I own a set of sharp knives (a must in every kitchen), and have added couscous to my repertoire. I have learned how to enjoy broad beans in my cooking; I can make filleted fish look whole; I can preserve lemons, make fresh harissa, and I have expanded my spice and herb selection tenfold.

I have been inspired by a master, and I am definitely booking into the hands-on class next time! C

Your visit to the Bass Coast is not complete without a stop at Cleanskin. An attraction on a grand scale, Cleanskin is a gastronomic theme park for girls and boys who love to (or have to) cook. Conceived with a burning desire to satisfy the pleasures of preparing fine food, Cleanskin understands the importance of being well equipped on your culinary adventures and aims to provide all the prerequisites … including an ever changing program of fabulous Cooking Classes at Cleanskin Corner, Cowes. Join a class on any weekend – plus weekdays in holiday time - to enjoy the fun of fine food in the making and let Cleanskin inspire the masterchef in you! At Cleanskin there’s just sooo much to discover! Superb cookware, extraordinary knives, brilliant bakeware, electrical items of excellence, gadgets of every description, crockery, cutlery and cookbooks are just the beginning!

With more kitchen helpers than you’ve ever seen in one place, you’ll find items you’ve never seen before as you mingle with all the familiar, big names … Le Creuset, Woll, Essteele, Scanpan, KitchenAid, Magimix, Bamix, Krups, Tefal, Global, Wusthoff, Zero Japan and more. The Cleanskin Larder is loaded with specialist ingredients, sourced both locally and imported, to tempt and tantalize your taste buds. Truly great Italian pasta and sauces; fabulous Bi-Aglut Gluten Free products; the world’s best olive oils, Black and White Truffle oil, Vincotto, Murray River salt, Ferron Carnaroli, Nano Vialone and Bomba rice; marvellous mustards, marmalades and jams; Spanish Inez Rosales Tortas, Simply No Knead bread mixes; an extensive range of Herbies Herbs & Spices; Rosewater, Orange Blossom Water, Hepburn Spa mineral water; delicious Moredough Premium Stock in five varieties; wonderful tea and coffee; and those really hard to find ingredients like Persian Fairy Floss. It’s all waiting for you at Cleanskin and for that special, personalised gift there’s simply nothing nicer than a customised Cleanskin Hamper … we’ll help you put it together with care and flair! Cleanskin has Gift Vouchers, a convenient Gift Wrap Service and, if you can’t carry it home, we ship Australia-wide! At Cleanskin the vibe is relaxed, the natives are friendly and they really know their stuff! Whether you are a beginner or an old hand in the kitchen, you will find the treasure you have been looking for at Cleanskin. We’re open every day.

Come and enjoy good music while you browse … you’ll be excited and delighted and we bet you’ll come back to the Bass Coast just to visit Cleanskin!

MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9.00 TO 5.00 SUNDAY 10.00 TO 4.00 Cleanskin Corner 11 Murray Street, Wonthaggi 158 Thompson Ave, Cowes p: 5672 5122 p: 5952 3494 opposite Autobarn also in The Yarra Valley at 24 Main Street, Lilydale p: 9735 9733

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The Hottest Concept in Healthy Dining

for complete Entertainment

freshly grilled to your personal taste

specialising in quality dining, and function experiences

Dutchies Stonegrill Restaurant 16 Mc Bride ave Wonthaggi tel: 5672 1007 e: wonclub@dcsi.net.au www.wonthaggiclub.com.au coast 152

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Australia’s first stonegrill restaurant 1 Vista Place Cape Woolamai 3925

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Let’s beat cancer…

with your help

Childhood neuroblastoma claimed Phillip Island’s Kahlilla Blyss Donahoo in August 2008.

Her struggle must not be in vain.

About 50 Aussie kids are diagnosed with neuroblastoma each year.

Today, even with aggressive chemotherapy, only about 25% of kids with the advanced disease survive.

But caught early enough, it is treatable. And beating this cancer could mean gains against other cancers, even in adults.

Kahlilla’s friends and family have launched the You Are My Sunshine Foundation (YAMS) partnered with The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation, Melbourne.

Help us discover a cure.

Visit us at www.yamsfoundation.org.au Phone us at 5956 4118 or 5952 3222 Please come and share Kahlilla’s legacy ...

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43 Beach Road, Rhyll

Expansive Views in Foreshore Location

$749,000

64 Anchorage Road, Ventnor

“Pobblebonk”

$739,000

This magnificent property is ideally located with amazing views from most rooms. A short walk to the Rhyll Jetty, boat ramp, shops and restaurants of this quiet fishing village, the home is expansive and ideally suited for owner occupation or to be utilised as a holiday investment property. Featuring three unique and separate living areas, spacious country style kitchen and three bedroom upstairs as well as a family bathroom with a large spa bath. Externally accessible decked area, and a second deck perfect for enjoying barbeques on a summer’s evening, plus a double carport, single garage and even more storage/workshop space perfect for the home handyman. Features galore and ideally located on a generous parcel of land.

‘Pobblebonk’ is a unique one acre property, located in picturesque Ventnor. The home consists of two eco designed ‘pavilions’, boasting five star energy rating, solar hot water, polished bamboo floors and north facing verandahs that take in the award winning indigenous garden.The second pavilion has been created with separate accommodation in mind with great B & B or holiday accommodation potential.There is a large workshop with a fantastic view of the garden, a storage area and a fully lined garage. The property is located only a short stroll to the anchorage general store via the newly constructed bike track that passes the property, allowing easy access to the beach which is only 700 metres away.

1/136a Church Street, Cowes

170 Harbison Road, Rhyll

Fantastic Investment Opportunity!

$415,000

This townhouse is in a prominent position of inner Cowes, only 350 metres to the beach and 600 metres to the town centre. Downstairs comprises open plan living and dining area, opening onto an outdoor patio.

Large kitchen, with stainless steel appliances and a laundry with external access. Upstairs comprises of three bedrooms, large bathroom and Master bedroom featuring large WIR, ensuite and access to a private balcony. Single lockup garage and 24 hr security system. The property is being offered fully furnished.The property boasts an impressive rental history with bookings already in place for major events. Call Joshua Dunstan on 0407558933 or Cameron Watters on 0407803958 to arrange an inspection today.

Judith Wright

real estate 03 5952 5100 www.judithwright.com.au www.phillipisland.com.au

Absolute Privacy - 100 Acres!

POA

This beautifully treed 100 Acre property would suit the most discerning buyer for a private and quality lifestyle. There is a quaint 3 bedroom fully renovated home and is a delight to inspect. The land has good shelter belts, town water to the whole property, two dams, large lake, quality shedding, wildlife refuge with wallabies, water birds, cape baron geese, and plenty of birdlife.

Inspection will Impress - Call Mike Foenander on 0408 547 677.

The Phillip Island Specialists Mike Foenander 0408 547 677 Peter Buitenhuis 0407 045 525 Cameron Watters 0407 803 958 Joshua Dunstan 0407 558 933

Judith Wright

real estate

LICENSED ESTATE AGENT

email: jwright@judithwright.com.au

54 Thompson Avenue, Cowes 3922

“It’s a really good thing to see that a developer has taken things a step further for the environment,” says Lisa. “Seagrove is a real model for the future.”

Passionate about the environment Seagrove facts •

A 23 million litre, computer designed wetland works in concert with smaller “rain gardens” located in every street to make stormwater up to twenty times cleaner before it reaches Western Port.

• Over 800m of existing overhead powerlines were replaced with underground power to improve views and allow trees space to grow.

• Seagrove’s 35,000m2 of landscaped open space includes over 130m of elevated boardwalks as well as extensive walking and cycle paths.

• 4,500 litre rain water tanks in every home save over 10 million litres of clean drinking water each year.

• An underground LPG network reduces greenhouse emissions by 3,000 tonnes annually by reducing demand on conventionally generated electricity.

• Energy-efficient street lights powered by accredited green energy reduce energy consumption by 48% and greenhouse emissions to zero.

• The barbecues in Seagrove Park are powered by six solar panels on the roof of the picnic shelter. C

• Over 50,000 native plants and trees have been planted at Seagrove.

For a copy of Seagrove’s complimentary sixteen page environmental guide, call 1800 61 61 06 or visit www.seagrove.com.au

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Creating peace of mind for you and your family...

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storybook cottages

cosy cottage

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For nearly twenty years, family-owned Storybook Cottages has been designing unique kit homes and buildings with character. Company founder Nathan Cairns-Malcolm has used his skills to incorporate a unique accommodation model into their Red Hill property, and the ‘no vacancy’ sign has become a regular feature.

The family business located in Frankston South started in 1990 with a philosophy of good design on any budget. “Everything is custom designed,” says Nathan, who has been with the company since its inception. “These days much of the architecture around is franchised, ‘Big Mac’ and quite bland – there’s not a lot of choice out there,” he says. “People are drawn to our architecture because we specialise in high-character, dramatic designs with a unique personality. They reflect the aspirations of our own lives.”

Along with 1700 unique house designs for every budget, the team at Storybook also specialise in designing accommodation.

Buildings such as bed-and-breakfasts lend themselves to the dramatic and fantasy-style architecture Storybook does so well.

In fact, Nathan applied his skills to the design of a self-contained accommodation facility on his own property in Red Hill.

The accommodation formed part of the original plan for the property, which includes the home of Nathan, his wife Joanna and their four children. The stylish, self-contained accommodation sits well on the block which is nestled amongst the Mornington

Peninsula hinterland. Because the plan was to incorporate the accommodation into the block from the outset, its scale and form perfectly complement the main dwelling.

It’s a stylish and successful result, yet it was done on a tight budget. “The traditional exterior features sandstone, weather boards, character shapes and balconies. Inside, it’s modern and fresh with a luxury touch,” explains Nathan. Interiors include polished floors, muted tones, cathedral ceilings and novelty touches like LED stair lights. The bathrooms are luxurious: one has a spa and one a double shower. “For environmental reasons, we are only on tank water,” he adds.

Being purpose-built, it is perfect for couples as two discrete apartments, or it can open up into one living area for larger family groups. “We designed it this way to give us freedom to work with any market. With four kids ourselves, we wanted to offer the space to families as well as couples,” says Nathan. “I wanted it to work as practical accommodation and be flexible - to cover all bases. >

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impeccable product, with a range of high quality finishes, surfaces and materials both inside and out. Their skill and reputation as construction specialists are on display at Bridgeview, and it is cleat that it will look brilliant for years to come.

As a lifestyle choice there is nothing that can compare to Bridgeview San Remo.

Apartments and retail space is quickly being snapped up by astute occupiers and investors, but there are still some excellent options available. Prime retail space is still available, just waiting for the right business to open and take advantage of the summer crowds.

The agents in conjunction for all sales and leasing enquiries are Alex Scott & Staff (03 5952 2633), Judith Wright Real Estate (03 5952 5100) and The Professionals (03 5678 5141). A fully furnished display suite is available for viewing. Please contact an agent to make an appointment.

For information about the builder or to enquire about any other project in the region, please call TS Constructions on 03 5672 2466 or visit www.tsconstructions.com.au C

To discover more about this project visit www.sanremobridgeview.com.au where the interactive website has clear floorplans of each apartment.

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Quality from start to finish With over 50 years experience, the team at New Dimension Homes bring a vast knowledge of building affordable quality homes that suit all tastes and requirements. We will deliver your new home on time and on budget. With a large range of designs, we can adapt to suit your individual needs. New Dimension Homes can deliver the home of your dreams. Quality design, workmanship and materials go a long way toward achieving a house that you, the home owner and the builder, can both be proud of.

GRAND OPENING NEW INVERLOCH DISPLAY HOME 12th December 2009 Inverloch Lot 4 Tamara Crescent Summer hours 1pm – 4pm Sat, Sun or by Appointment Cowes 184 Thompson Avenue Cowes Summer hours 1pm – 4pm Fri, Sat, Sun or by Appointment

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Colin Dartnell: 0416 152 075 Ph: 03 8773 0777 F: 03 8773 0778 www.newdimensionhomes.com.au

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BUILDING RENOVATION So, it’s time to build, renovate, redecorate or just start planning your dream home by the coast. Whether it be a new look for your back deck or a whole new home, we’ve put together the best trades, services and products on offer all in one handy guide. Any building project does require planning and research. Here are some top tips to get you started:

+ Make a budget Confirming a realistic budget will help guide you as to what you can actually achieve with your hard-earned cash. + Do your research From where you buy or build to the finishes you choose, it’s all about research. This process includes visiting homes and stores for inspiration, reading product guides and talking to people who have been through it already. + Make it yours Don’t forget to be creative and enjoy the process of building, renovating or decorating your dream space. Make it work for you and your lifestyle – now and into the future. Create a ‘dreaming portfolio’ where you jot down ideas about colours, materials, moods and features of places that inspire you.

+ Ask the experts There are many pitfalls to avoid and employing professionals at each step of the way will help to ensure you avoid common errors and major disasters. The experts have all of the knowledge about products and processes available to ensure your project runs smoothly. + Get permission Make contact with your local council at the very start of your project to prepare you for what regulations and permits you will need to obtain – allow plenty of time for this part of the process! You will need to secure planning approval and it’s important to note that, for all building projects over $5000, you and your builder need to sign a major domestic building contract, and only builders registered with the Building Practitioners’ Board can enter into these contracts. For contracts over $12,000 your builder must take out builder’s warranty insurance which covers any structural defects for six years and nonstructural defects for two years.

+ Choose wisely Once you have done the groundwork, you need to make the important decision of appointing your designer or builder. Take the time to ensure you select one that understands your style, needs and budget. + Go green where you can Green initiatives are important considerations and you will be pleasantly surprised by the commitment to ‘building green’ on the coast and the range of new products and initiatives now available. + Complete the picture Our wonderful coastal lifestyle includes great outdoor spaces. Think of your garden as an extension of your indoor space and design it to suit the way you live. + Choose local This saves you time, money and transport costs!

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Advice and Information

Furnishings

Outdoor/Gardening

Bass Coast Shire Council 1300 BCOAST (226 278) www.basscoast.vic.gov.au Dial Before You Dig 1100 www.1100.com.au Phillip Island Landcare 5951 3329 p. 209 Westernport Water 1300 720 711 www.westernportwater.com.au

Aqua Inspired 5678 5580 p. 207 Harvey Norman 5672 1490 p. 196 Henriettas 5662 5856 p. 147 L&J Tuddin Antique & DĂŠcor Gallery 5674 3982 p. 87 Luduco Living 5973 4899 p. 211 Mornington Antique Centre 5977 0155 p. 121 Nordic Designs 5672 5553 p. 207 Rustique Imports 0411 255 155 p. 33 Sandsford Antiques 5674 3339 p. 84 South Coast Furnishings 5952 1488 p. 15 South Gippsland 5655 2605 & Tyabb Antique Centre 5977 4245 p. 65 Southern Bazaar 0409 234 482 p. 81

Beach Street Garden & Gallery 9783 7109 p. 114 Compass Pools 1300 764 270 p. 189 Island Garden Supplies 5956 7397 p. 193 Island Landscape & Design 5952 3838 p. 209 Pinnacle Stone 0402 829 651 p. 185 Reviva Deck 0418 304 920 p. 209 The Country Gardener Wonthaggi 5672 4866 p. 197 Trowelworks 0420 380 577 p. 195 Storm Safe 0418 122 088 p. 162

Builders & Designers Ashmac Constructions 5674 1961 p. 209 Beachouse Constructions 5952 3900 p. 31 Beaumont Concepts 5672 5196 p. 177 Burke Homes 5674 1813 p. 187 Cavalier Homes 5174 4698 p. 178 Coldon Homes 5672 1999 p. 174 Darren Brown Design 5678 5226 p. 176 Ecoliv 5672 5196 p. 171 Eric Van Agtmaal Builder 5672 3590 p. 176 Home Design & Construction 5678 5777 p. 185 Hotondo 5674 3058 p. 172 Langford Jones Homes 9579 2277 p. 177 New Dimension Homes 8773 0777 p. 168 Smiths Beach Constructions 0417 946 878 p. 197 Storybook Cottages 9787 5500 p. 165 TS Constructions 5672 2466 p. 167 Waterfront Homes 5973 6955 p. 192

Property Agents Interiors Invisage Interiors 5674 6247 p. 181 Inner Space Design 0408 138 065 p. 178 Paint Place Cowes 5952 2522 Wonthaggi 5672 5522 p. 193 PKB Tiles 5952 1999 p. 184 Porters Paints www.porterspaints.com p. 183 Versa Tiler 0431 637 396 p. 184 Wonthaggi Tile & Woodheating 5672 2543 p. 198 Woodwork Solutions 0458 520 347 p. 181

Judith Wright 5952 5100 p. 159 Stockdale & Leggo Inverloch 5674 3977 & Wonthaggi 5672 1477 p. 89

Solar Solutions Solarhart 1800 155 007 p. 192 Solar Shop 133 765 p. 195

Trades and Hardware Lifestyle Options Domain Placements 1300 362 481 p. 162 Shearwater on the Island 1300 743 279 p. 156 Seagrove 1800 61 61 06 p. 2 The Grange Leongatha 5655 1965 p. 158

Bass Coast Refrigeration & Electrical (Air Conditioning) 5672 2426 p. 194 Loes Hardware 5672 1628 p. 191 Van Steensels 5678 8552 p. 198 Wonthaggi Plaster & Hardware 5672 1535 p. 194

Concreting Trowelworks 0420 380 577 p. 195

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ECOLIV Buildings - Creative Eco Buildings ECOLIV Creative Eco Buildings is the fusion of smart modular design, environmentally friendly building methods and exceptional value housing.

ECOLIV Buildings create prefabricated modular homes that provide a compact yet functional solution, flexible enough to allow for permanent or holiday living in urban, rural or remote locations. Our transportable designs allow you to adapt, change or add to your home with ease by simply arranging predetermined modules in a variety of configurations.

The possibilities are only limited by your imagination.

Energy saver and environmentally friendly elements have been incorporated as standard in our base ECOLIV Building model to ensure minimal environmental impact. Choose to either add any of the ‘Eco’ options available to make your ECOLIV

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Building totally self sufficient or simply connect to the existing services on site.

ECOLIV Buildings in house design team and energy rater ensure all ECOLIV Building configurations make the most of natural elements such as sun, shade, air circulation, building materials and water conservation so you can reduce energy output, save money, save water, decrease waste and improve the health of you and the planet.

ECOLIV Building designs are contemporary, prefabricated and delivered on site to provide significant savings in comparison to traditional methods of building. Our team aim to make the selection and arrangement and of your ECOLIV Building an uncomplicated and an enjoyable

process. An agreed contract price, incorporating your choice of the available options, ensures there are no hidden costs or unexpected extras. Our commitment to excellence in design, customer service and craftsmanship ensures your ECOLIV building exceeds expectations.

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Quality Hotondo Homes

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Fixed Price with no hidden extras Clever, flexible, floorplans Quality & style from a builder you can trust

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Hotondo Homes Inverloch Phone: (03) 5674 3058 Call 1800 677 156 or visit hotondo.com.au coast 172 2 Ramsay Blvd, Inverloch Email: enquiries@hotondoinverloch.com.au

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guide to the best builders and designers

Beaumont Concepts

Winner of the Building Designers Association 2008 Award for Residential New Home Design up to $300,000 Construction Cost – Beaumont Concepts Building Design and Architectural Drafting deliver a unique look and create functional designs for easy living. Ashley Beaumont’s expertise and 15 years experience in the building industry, provides clients with a total package solution to producing any project at any budget. At Beaumont Concepts we endeavor to find and apply innovative solutions to enhance clients investment with great home design.

Cavalier Homes

Real Homes…Real People….

Cavalier Homes is one of Australia’s largest building entities with thousands of homes built throughout Australia & New Zealand Whether you are buying your first house or looking to build a luxurious double storey home, we can help you. Browse through our designs at www.cavalierhomes.com.au or call 1300 CAV VIC

Darren Brown Design

The building design is the single most important element in creating a new building.

Whether it is a residential or non-residential building, every project is unique and has its own complexities. At db design we see things from our client’s point of view and put many years of practical design experience into taking and shaping the initial brief into a design concept then final drawings and documentation. We maximise the possibilities of each project using sustainable building methods and utilizing good design philosophies, whilst providing a professional value-for-money service to our clients.

Coldon Homes

Burke Homes

Burke Homes in Inverloch is a local, family owned and operated business servicing the Bass Coast. They provide quality workmanship and products, using local employees and suppliers. They are committed to ensuring that building your new home is an enjoyable experience.

Coldon’s greatest strength continues to be the building of quality homes at competitive prices. They offer a resident environmental drafting service to help design your home with all the green trimmings. You can also select from their designs, there are over forty plans to choose from. They will build to your architect’s design and in the materials of your choice. They can build you a small home or a mansion. It’s not unusual at Coldon to build a second, third or even a fourth home for clients whose needs have changed over the years.

Industry Excellence

Bruce Langford Jones has been in the building trade for over 35 years establishing one of Australia’s largest domestic building companies. Today, they build over 150 homes a year and employ many locals. In his long and colourful career, Bruce has contributed significantly to the building industry & was president of the Housing Industry Association.

His second passion is golf. He has been a birector & board member of Golf Australia.

Eric Van Agtmaal Builder

Local builder Eric Van Agtmaal’s philosophy is ‘no job too big or small.’ With a solid reputation in building, he also specialises in deckings and pergolas.

Langford Jones Homes

Has been building quality, affordable homes in coastal and Melbourne Metro, Mornington Peninsula, Nyora, Lang Lang, South Gippsland, and Phillip Island/Bass Coast region for the past 40 years. The company has display homes in these areas.

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Better Value Better Designs

Local builders over 45 years experience, Coldon Homes are renowned and reputable local builders with experience and reputation for quality construction.

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Accredited energy rated

Onsite consultation Experienced advise Over 40 energy efficient designs to choose from, adaptable to your needs Employing local trades people and suppliers Quality, service and value for money 6 Year structural guarantee

Display Centres: Coldon Homes have display houses in various locations across Gippsland.

Brochures, prices and information is available at: Head Office and Display: 03 5672 1999 CAPE PATERSON ROAD, WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Phillip Island Office and Display: 03 5956 7992 PHILLIP ISLAND ROAD, NEWHAVEN VIC 3925

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Hotondo Homes Inverloch

New Dimension Homes

Storybook Cottages

Home Design & Construction

Smiths Beach Constructions

TS Constructions

If you want quality and style from a builder you can trust, fixed price contracts with no hidden extras and clever, flexible floor plans to suit a range of budgets then why search for a moment longer when Hotondo Homes can offer so much more. Hotondo Homes – a great find!

This commercial and residential builder based in San Remo offers expert advice (and free quotes) on extensions, new homes, commercial projects, unit developments and house & land packages. They work closely with their clients to achieve results of architectural distinction.

New Dimension Homes has tailored its business to respond to the diverse needs of the new home buyer, investor and developer.

You can select from a broad range of designs or create your own with our designers.

We understand the importance of choice, flexibility, personal service and commitment to timeframes and are proud of our ability to deliver these key elements to our customers.

This team of local, top quality tradespeople have an absolute passion for design and building. They see their relationship with their clients as the secret to their success. Every home is a unique design developed closely with the owners to suit their personal taste, style and needs.

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Dedicated to imaginative and innovative architecture, Storybook Cottages are an Australian Kit Home Company who create a truly wonderful and wide range of homes with a building program that is incredibly affordable. Professionalism and care is applied to every client’s home from a genuine desire to do the right thing by each client and to assist them in fulfilling their dreams.

The story of TS Constructions is the classic one of humble beginnings leading to bigger and better things. From their backyard, the husband and wife team of Trevor and Sue Bowler has grown to become one of the regions largest, most recognised and awarded construction companies. Now in their 15th year, and with a team of five experienced builders as Directors, they are well positioned to continue “Shaping the Built Environment”

Waterfront Homes

Waterfront Homes is your local builder- for every contract signed we donate $1000 to the local charity of the client’s choice.We have been building beautiful, unique homes for the Mornington Peninsula for 20 years. + Exceptional customer service + Custom design or working from your plans + Guaranteed construction time + Multi-Award Winning New Moomba Design opening soon Featuring a unique façade, a beautiful finish and with optional Green extras to make your

Ashmac Constructions

offers quality workmanship and innovative designs based on over 10yrs experience.

Builder, Ashley McLean, consults closely with clients, delivering unique and affordable homes and reno’s on time. He says the simplest thing we can do towards sustainablity is to build quality homes that last.

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• Building Design • Architectural Drafting • Project Management CREATIVE BUILDING SOLUTIONS

www.dbdesign.com.au DARREN BROWN R e g i s t e r e d B u i l d i n g P r a c t i t i o n e r 3/65 Backbeach Rd, San Remo 3925 p. (03) 5678 5226 m. 0418 379 301 e. darren@dbdesign.com.au website. www.dbdesign.com.au Darren Brown Design_v4.indd 1

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Eric Van Agtmaal

Builder

Wonthaggi eric.vanagtmaal@bigpond.com

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no job too big or small specialising in pergolas & decking

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Inner Space Design innovative environmentally sensitive building design

|| Over 60 standard plans || Or we can quote your plans || Custom design || First homes || Investment homes || House & land packages || Finance available

Part of the Kirway group - Winner of 20 MBA awards & builder of RACV Inverloch complex

Display home

3 Hammersmith Circuit The Strand, Traralgon Open Sat thru to Sun 12.30 - 4.30pm T: 03 5174 2653

6 boathaven grove, san remo 3925 Traralgon Office 66 Church Street Traralgon T: 03 5174 4698

tel: 03 56 785 638

www.cavalierhomes.com.au

mobile: 0408 138 065

E: info@cavalierhomesgippsland.com.au

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INTERIOR

Creating an inspired interior can be one of the most rewarding parts of your renovation and building project.

For fabulous homewares and inspiration, check out Aqua Inspired in San Remo, Kush Kush in Cape Woolamai, Henriettas in Leongatha and Nordic Designs and Harvey Norman in Wonthaggi.

Antiques and pre-loved furniture can add oodles of charm to your home, so check out Inverloch’s Southern Bazaar and Sandsford Antiques – also L&J Tuddin specialise in restoration and repair of that ‘must-have’ piece.

Also South Gippsland & Tyabb Antique Centre and Mornington Antique Centre offer a wide range of fabulous furniture to add charm to your home.

Invisage Interiors

Trish Anderson offers a complete interior design service to meet the highest of expectations. Her years of experience and strong relationships with Melbourne’s leading suppliers allows her to offer great prices and uncompromoised service. Window furnishings are a specialty, Invisage Interiors offers an extensive range of quality window furnishings.

Inner Space Design

Geoff Rodda’s philosophy is of creating innovative, environmentally sensitive and sustainable buildings. Geoff is an award-winning designer with over 30 years experience with a strong client focus. Residential, commercial, boutique subdivisions and more. Authorised Home Sustainability Assessor, Geoff can provide a free report so you to receive a Government ‘Green Loan’ up to $10,000.

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Paint Place Cowes & Wonthaggi

The VersaTiler

Paint Place specialises in all brands of house paint, marine finishes, wallpaper and accessories needed to complete the job, and now proud stockists of Porters Paints. With two convenient locations, come and visit Rob and team at Wonthaggi or David and his team at Cowes, Their 25 years of experience in the industry means that they pride themselves in giving the right advice at the right price.

The VersaTiler makes no compromise for quality. With extensive European training and experience, Jorg uses state of the art materials and techniques to produce exceptional bathrooms and tiled areas. As a licensed waterproofer, he advises, waterproofs and issues compliance certificates. The VersaTiler has built a reputation for his eccentricity, unique designs and flair, reliability and excellence therefore , due to demand projects must be booked well in advance.

PKB Tiles

Wonthaggi Tile & Woodheating

Established in Cowes in 2001, this locally owned and operated outlet supplies quality tiles for commercial, trade and residential clients. Paul was one of the leading tilers in the area and now retired from tiling, he uses his knowledge to give you the best, most up to date advice at the right price!

When choosing tiles and heating for your home, you can’t go past the local and friendly team at Wonthaggi Tile and Woodheating. Visit their friendly, boutique tile shop which has over 4500 tiles on display.

Great service is Joan and Stephen’s biggest priority and their range and knowledge, coupled with a full colour matching service, we will spend the time to help you create the perfect look.

Porter’s Paints

Woodwork Solutions

Porter’s Paints has never wavered from using only the finest raw materials. Porter’s makes and checks each batch of paint, guaranteeing superior finish, depth and complexity of colour. They still make paint and wallpaper by traditional methods and to original formulations, producing an unrivalled depth of colour. Our finishes have been created to ensure harmony and depth, whether inside or outside the home and regardless of style.

Kevin Holden has over 33 years joinery experience and is the only Certified Kitchen and Bathroom designer in Gippsland. Specialising in Unique timber solutions for any purpose including custom yacht interiors, Kevin is a qualified Member of HIA Kitchens and Bathrooms and was the Technical Director of the world’s biggest Joinery Company.

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THE BEST INNOVATIVE IDEAS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, AND QUALITY PRODUCTS AT COMPETITIVE PRICES no obligation free advice, measure and quotes for all your window covering needs showroom/office 22a cashin st inverloch 3996 telephone 03 5674 6247 • facsimile 03 5674 6249 email invint@bigpond.net.au • website www.invisageinverloch.com

invisage interiors and quality window furnishings

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specialised joinery solutions Custom made: • Bathroom Interiors • Kitchen Interiors • Timber Bi-fold Doors • French Doors

• Yacht Interiors • Sliding Timber Doors • Timber Windows

• Consultancy for the joinery & interior industry • In house and onsite training • Technical advice and solutions The only Certified Kitchen and Bathroom Designer in Gippsland

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PAINT tips – for reducing your ecological footprint when decorating

+ Always select an Eco-safe product. If you are looking for a Washable Low Sheen, select one which has minimal odour, VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds) and impact on your health. Porter’s Paints Acrylics range is formulated to be VOC free, low odour and has minimal impact on your health and the environment without sacrifice to the performance of the paint. + Paint to last. Search for products with long warranties. Another important way of extending the life of your paint is to adhere to the “system” that the manufacturer recommends. Most paints will have a system to follow.

Ie, One coat of a primer, followed by two coats of the top-coat. Porter’s Paints products all have a minimum warranty of 10 years if applied correctly. Some Porter’s products such as Mineral Paint has a 20 year guarantee with an expectant lifespan of 30 years. + Measure twice, paint once. Many people guess the size of their room and usually over-estimate or don’t account for the windows/ doors and trims which takes space away from the wall area. Always measure exactly and apply the manufacturer’s square metre rate to work out the amount of paint you need. Always add 15 - 20% to your area to allow for cleaning/ roller and tray wastage. Never thin paint as this can affect the spread rate and performance of the product.

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+ Waste not, want not. Purchase good brushes and rollers, quality accessories will also give you a better finish and pay for themselves in years to come.

Cheaper brushes can lose their bristles, are too harsh and tend to hold less paint. Always store brushes in a dust free environment away from direct sunlight ideally wrapped in newspaper. If you have finished your job and you have more paint left, do another coat. This will strengthen the performance of the product. + Be dirty, clean less. In between coats wrap the brushes and rollers in cling wrap and store them in the fridge. This reduces the amount of time needed to wash them, saving water and paint. When you use natural paints like Porter’s Lime Wash, Boncote, Milk Paint and Distemper the wastewater can be safely used on the garden. Before rinsing your brushes and rollers, scrape as much paint back into the can as you can to minimise the amount of water needed to clean. + Use it or lose it. Storing paint is not ideal. Most paints have a shelf life and depending on how they are stored can affect their lifespan. To get the maximum amount of life out of your stored can, ensure the lid is air tight. A good tip is to stretch shrink wrap over the top of the can before you close the lid. Hammer on the lid tight and secure with some packing or pvc tape around the diameter of the tin. Storing the tin upside down in a dry cool place is important.

Regularly shake the can is also important to ensure the paint is even in consistency.

Colour trends for 09/10 + The outback is huge! Choose from: - Deep reds ( Porter’s Pomodoro, Porter’s Red Lantern, Porter’s Flamenco & Porter’s Oxblood) -Oranges ( Porter’s Lava, Porter’s Ayers Rock, Porter’s Fired Earth and Porter’s Yulara). + Other Aussie hues: - Dirty yellows(Porter’s Stromlo, Porter’s Roman Holiday, Porter’s Tumeric, Porter’s Ochre and Porter’s Golden Ochre) - Olive greens (Porter’s Sage, Porter’s Olive, Porter’s Guacamole and Porter’s Moss) + Coastal and tropical is also big: - (Porter’s Dusty Mule, Porter’s White Rhino, Porter’s Lead and Porter’s Toy Soldier) - Blacks (Porter’s River Stone, Porter’s Jaguar, Porter’s Van Helsing and Porter’s Aniseed) - Teal blues (Porter’s Seven Seas, Porter’s Isis, Porter’s Wash and Porter’s Voyage) contrasted with textured finishes(Porter’s Stone Paint Fine, Porter’s Stone Paint Coarse, Porter’s Lime Wash, Porter’s Mineral Paint), - Metallics (Porter’s Industrial Lustre, Porter’s Liquid Silver, Porter’s Liquid Stainless Steel and Porter’s Liquid Gold), aged coppers(Porter’s Liquid Copper aged Porter’s Patina Green) and rusts (Porter’s Liquid Iron Black and White aged with Porter’s Instant Rust).

The Porter’s Paints Difference

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While larger companies in the paint industry are constantly seeking to cut costs through cheapening formulations, Porter’s Paints has never wavered from using only the finest raw materials.

Instead of mass-production through cheaper (often harmful) materials, or using less accurate in-store tinting machines, Porter’s Paints continues to make and check each and every batch of paint itself, thereby guaranteeing superior finish, depth and complexity of colour.

Porter’s Paints still makes paint and wallpaper by traditional methods and to original formulations, producing an unrivalled depth of colour. Porter’s finishes have been created to ensure harmony and depth, whether inside or outside the home and regardless of style.

Porter’s Paints has long been at the forefront of colour trends in Australia, and takes pride in employing a team with a keen eye and innate love of colour.

Product: Lime Wash Colour: Roman Ochre

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Precision Tiling

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Design & Technical Advice Complete Bathroom Renovations Local & International Experience

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PINNACLE STONE stonemasonry and landscaping Andrew Tranter 0402 829 651

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master builders & designers

www.homedesignandconstruction.com.au

• Architectural/Custom Built Homes • Extensions • Unit Developments

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EXTERIOR Trowelworks

Loes Hardware

If your project is outside, Trowelworks can take care of it. Decorative and polished concreting & driveways, earthworks, landscaping, retaining walls, polystyrene foam cladding, and rendering all with a quality finish. Feature Rocks for your garden and walls can also be sourced and delivered. Please call Trowelworks for your no obligation free quote.

When you are serious about getting the job done, Loes Hardware can help. This is the real ‘tradie’s hardware’ for the professional or serious DIY handyman. They have a full range of hire equipment, pool fencing, power tools and much more.

Pinnacle Stone

Van Steensels

Pinnacle Stone’s Andrew Tranter is a qualified stonemason specialising in dry stone retaining and feature walls, entrance pillars and gates as well as paving and tiling. Andrew loves working with a natural product not only for its strength and durability, but it can be cut, shaped, polished into any feature you require. “Natural stone has been used all over the world for centuries and never gets outdated. Other products come and go but natural stone has been and will be here forever.

Van Steensels Timbers offer so much more than timber. Their family has been operating the business in the Grantville area for more than 18 years. Offering friendly, professional service and advice, visit them for all your hardware, water storage (tanks) and timber needs.

Wonthaggi Plaster and Construction Supplies

Bass Coast Refrigeration & Electrical The team at Bass Coast Refrigeration can meet all of your air conditioning requirements. Sales, installations, service and repairs are all carried out in-house by qualified refrigeration mechanics. They also offer obligation-free quotes.

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A New Look. The Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland Regions have been growing rapidly, with the construction industry at he forefront of that growth. During this time Wonthaggi Plaster has been successfully servicing the needs of the building industry throughout these regions.

We have seen many changes and now it’s time for us to grow with you.

Book in your $1,600 of FREE insulation. We are Government Registered insulation installers and can provide homeowners, landlords and tenants with free insulation under the Government Home Insulation Program.

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directory Accommodation Eugenies on Sandymount

88

Entertainment, Markets & Events

Quest Apartments Cowes

75

Art & Soul Festival

Prom Country Accommodation & Booking Service 84 RACV Resort Inverloch

Home & Homewares

Mangowood

149

Aqua Inspired Living

207

Ocean View Hotel Kilcunda

150

92

Cleanskin Kitchenware

151

Phillip Island Chocolate Factory 96

Chill Island

94

Emily Flutterbys

207

Phillip Island RSL

148

Cowes Night Market

90

Harvey Norman

196

Pelican View

143

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Inverloch Food & Wine Festival

88

Invisage interiors

181

San Remo Bakehouse

144

Silverwater Resort San Remo

18

Inverloch Jazz Festival

88

Jambolli

208

Sherwoods Restaurant

147

The Waves Apartments Cowes

58

Kongwak Market

207

Keepsake Creations

71

Schnappers Fish & Chips

202

Zenergie

131

Mossvale Music Festivals

104

Luduco Living

211

Taylors Waterfront Restaurant

202

Pakenham Racing Club

103

Nordic Designs

207

The Gilded Lily

203

Polperro Dolphin Swims

206

Rustique Imports

33

The Nobbies Centre

150

South Coast Furnishings

15

The Red Elk Bar

82

Tomo Modern Japanese

203

Tutti Frutti

127

Vela Nine

87

Antiques L&J Tuddin Antiques

87

Mornington Antique Centre

121

Coast Fashion

Sandsford Antiques & Cafe

84

1 Soul

46

Jewellers

Deborucci’s

44

Denis A Hawkins

65

South Gippsland & Tyabb Antique centre

65

Elegance Boutique

118

Southern Bazaar

81

Goldsmiths Gallery

71

Euro Collections

51

Lacy Jewellery Studio & Gallery

11

Femtique

118

Venus Bay Fishing Village Bar & Café

144

Studio 41 Mornington

113

Verde

123

Artists & Galleries Angela Newberry

108

Haze

82

Arty Farty Sculpture Studio

204

Hunter

121

Artzillery

104

Island Style

40

Celia Rosser Gallery

90

Island Surf Shack

50

Gallery 222

136

Jean Depot

44

204

Katie Hosking Design

212

Gooseneck Pottery

108

Kush Kush

52

McClelland Gallery & Sculpture park

La Bella

200

39

Lime Fusion

Mingara Gallery

56

Sketa

Gecko Studio Gallery

Watermark @ Silverwater Resort 203

Mt Eliza As New Boutique

119

Wonthaggi Club

152

Canadian Bay Hotel

119

Woolamai Pizza

203

Gouzlan Group Australia

119

Tourism & Travel

Linton La Fontaine

119

Amaze n Things

99

Mt Eliza Deli

119

Bass Coast Info Centres

83

Travelscene Mt Eliza

119

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

108

50

The Mellow Canary

119

Phillip Island Nature Park

100

49

Professional Services

Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm

103

204

6

Mushroom Crafts

131

So! Me

46

Chrisp Pictures

Ride the Wild Goat

204

Vortex Surf & Skate

55

Meehan Design

200

Royal BotanicGardens, Cranbourne

Valley Plains Pottery

58

Wrenches Footwear

200

MLB Design

155

South Gippsland Tourist Railway 206

Essential Bookeeping

132

Vision n Life

154

Builders and Designers

Gardens & Green Living

Ashmac Construction

Compass Pools

209

189

Trades & Hardware Bass Coast Refrigeration

194

Coastal Refrigeration

155

Beachouse Constructions

27

Green Heart Organics

205

Property & Retirement

Beaumont Concepts

177

Island Garden Supplies

193

Domain Aged Care

162

Evan’s Petroleum

208

187

Island Landscape & Design

209

Judith Wright

159

Loes Hardware

191

2

Paint Place

193

156

Burke Homes Cavalier Homes

178

Phillip Island Landcare

209

Seagrove Estate

Coldon Homes

174

Simply Blooming Gorgeous

69

Shearwater on the Island

Pinnacle Stone

185

176

Solahart

192

Stockdale & Leggo (Won. & Inv.) 89

PKB Tiles

184

The Grange Retirement

Porters Paints

183

Reviva Deck

209

The VersaTiler

184

Trowel Works

195

Van Steensels Timbers

198

Wonthaggi Plaster

194

Darren Brown Design Eric Van Agtmaal

176

Solar Shop

195

Home Design & Construction

185

Storm Safe

162

172

The Country Gardener Wonthaggi 197

Hotondo

158

Restaurants & Cafes Archies on the Creek

4

Aztex Resturant

148

Inner Space Design

178

Hair, Health & Beauty

Langford Jones Homes

177

Amcal Chemist Cowes

55

Beach St Garden Gallery

114

Bass Coast Natural Therapies

206

Burger Edge

148

New Dimension Homes

168

Wonthaggi Tiles & Woodheating 198

Smiths Beach Contructions

197

Darren George Hair

205

Coffee Traders

127

Storybook Cottages

165

DK Denture Clinic

208

Curry Leaf

201

TS Constructions

167

Island Healing

110

Dutchies Stonegrill

152

Wineries

Waterfront Homes

192

Jeminy Hair & Health

205

Esplanade Hotel

79

Bluestone Lane Vineyard

127

Koonwarra Day Spa

136

Fai Thai

201

Mallani Wines

201

Lisa Kane

40

Hard Loch Café

202

Phillip Island Wines

201

Natural Medicine Centres

206

Harry’s on the Esplanade

202

Purple Hen Wines

142

75

Henriettas

147

56

Infused Restaurant & Wine Bar

15

205

Kilcunda General Store

33

Education Newhaven College West Gippsland Regional Libraries

208

132 San Remo Pharmacy The Island Spa V escape

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Woodwork Solutions

181

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