By the Water Magazine - Issue Two

Issue Number Two 2015

Kingston Foreshore

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An inside look into Canberra’s first waterside community

Kingston Foreshore Dining by the water

SUP, Canberra's newest watersport

Coffee with the locals

A fresh experience to enjoy an eclectic mix of recreation, arts, culture and dining options on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin - the exciting potential of the area is only beginning to be realised.

A PREMIUM WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCE Be tempted along the bustling Promenade with some of Canberra’s best restaurants serving culinary delights from across the globe.

KINGSTON HARBOUR Take a stroll along the Boardwalk and watch the world go by or jump in a kayak and see the precinct from a completely different view.

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, CLOSE TO PERFECT Use two feet, two wheels or a kayak and explore the precinct and wider Canberra with ease. From parks and open space, follow the winding lakeside path and soak up the natural beauty along the way.

THE ULTIMATE FUSION OF THE OLD AND THE NEW Experience the crystalline elegance created by local artists at the Canberra Glassworks housed in the Power House that energised Canberra’s earliest years.

Wander through the variety of clothing, accessories and local culinary pleasures at the Old Bus Depot Markets in the Former Transport Depot.

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Editor’s Letter

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In the short time since we printed our first edition, Kingston Foreshore has certainly changed. A number of new and exciting hospitality and retail businesses have opened, and many new residents have made the precinct their home. Anybody who lives at Kingston Foreshore will tell you how great it is to be able to get a great coffee at their doorstep, so we thought we would say hello to some of the café owners in the precinct, and while we are at it, also check out some great dining options. Also in this issue, we hang out with the members of Capital SUP, and find out about one of Canberra’s fastest growing recreational activities, Stand Up Paddleboarding. Kayak cameraman Paul Jurak comes along for the paddle to act as chronicler, and shares some of his amazing photography with us. Lake Burley Griffin has been a great postcard backdrop for many years, but watching these guys on the water and seeing how they fit into the life of the Foreshore will change the way you think about this beautiful but under-utilised body of water. Of course, there is still some way to go before the Kingston Foreshore precinct is complete. Element opens mid 2015 to complete the promenade and construction is commencing on a number of exciting new developments as we go to print. We take a closer look at a couple of them in this issue, as well as some of the exciting plans for the Kingston arts precinct, an inside look at Megalo Printers, and much more.

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15 Managing Editor & Writer: Alex Tricolas Art Direction & Design: Sonny Looms Contributing Writer: Ashleigh Went Original Photography: Alex Tricolas (unless otherwise stated) Editorial & Advertising Enquiries: Email: alex.tricolas@coordinate.com.au Phone: 02 6162 3600 Published by Coordinate速 for Englobo Group

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Kingston Foreshore

An urban renewal project for all to enjoy.

Arts Precinct

A lively, unique and specifically arts-focused environment.

Megalo

Megalo Print Studio + Gallery.

Powerhouse turns 100 Canberra's oldest building.

Glasshouse Canberra

Collaboration is key to future arts precinct.

Coffee with the locals

We say hello to some of the Foreshore’s café operators.

Atelier

Development spotlight: Atelier, by St Hilliers.

SUP

A look at the Foreshore’s favourite watersport.

Dining by the water

Three of the great choices for dining by the water.

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Development spotlight: Azure, by Fronterra.

Cocktail recipe

Rum Bar mixes up a perfect summer cocktail.

Foreshore welcomes The Dock A sports bar with charity at heart.

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We meet with amateur photographer Paul Jurak.

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or a long time, discussion of the Kingston Foreshore has been focused on what’s to come—the vision of ‘life by the water’.

Ever since The Colin Stewart Master Plan won the Kingston Foreshore National Design Competition in 1997, Canberra has waited with bated breath to see what this precinct would bring. While development is still continuing, the exciting potential of the area is beginning to be realised.

The fresh, eclectic mix of recreation, arts, culture and dining options in Kingston Foreshore has resulted in a captivating experience, the effect of which ripples through to the suburbs of South Canberra and the rest of our city. This premium waterside precinct is the ultimate fusion of the old and the new.

that every weekend, thousands of visitors and residents can flock to the Old Bus Depot Markets to peruse artisans’ stalls in one of Canberra’s oldest buildings.

How unique that bright young things can enjoy Canberra’s most celebrated burger at Brodburger, or visit the Canberra Glassworks, both located in the Powerhouse—the very building that powered the development of our city. How spectacular

adaptive reuse of existing heritage buildings.

While located in a former industrial area with strong ties to Canberra’s history, the Kingston Foreshore precinct has cultivated a contemporary lifestyle and culture all of its own.

The Kingston Foreshore Section 49 Master Plan, developed in consultation with the community and key stakeholders, has paved the way for a culturally rich and diverse area. Further development of the Arts Precinct is next on the agenda, as the Land Development Agency (LDA) is currently working with artsACT on plans that feature innovative new facilities and further

Decades of hard work and collaboration between the LDA and the private sector have made Kingston Foreshore the radiant, avant-garde

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community that it is today. Never before have Canberrans had the opportunity to live, work and play right on the tranquil waters of Lake Burley Griffin.

The Promenade area along the Harbour has become Kingston Foreshore’s tour de force, a bustling hotspot that offers a range of dining and nightlife options and an area also enjoyed by joggers and cyclists, paddle boarders and kayakers. With direct access to the water and links to the city’s best walking and cycling routes—including the Bridge to Bridge and the breathtaking 36km loop of the entire lake—the options for active leisure are endless.

The concept of recreation is tied into the very design of the precinct, with about 50 per cent of the foreshore land preserved as public space.

Wheelchair accessible paths weave throughout, connecting the landscaped waterside Jack Ross Park with its bold design and urban furniture to

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Norgrove Park. This area offers pristine lawns, a barbeque area as well as an environmentally responsible water treatment plant to offset the precinct’s water usage. The park hosts the annual Kingston Foreshore International Music Festival that brings thousands to the foreshore in May each year.

The Kingston Foreshore precinct presents a bold new chapter for Canberra, and there’s still so much more to come. With developments in the near future in the neighbouring suburbs— including a new major supermarket and a vibrant residential and shopping precinct in the Kingston Group Centre—the enhancements to this inner south Canberra area can be experienced and treasured by residents of the foreshore and beyond, as well as those who visit our remarkable city.

For all the latest Kingston Foreshore updates follow “Kingston Foreshore” on Facebook or visit kingstonforeshore.com.au n

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Arts Precinct Feature

ACT Government plans for creating a lively, unique and specifically artsfocused environment on the Kingston Foreshore are well on the way to becoming a reality.

An extensive Feasibility Study for the Kingston Arts Precinct has been undertaken to look in depth at ways to accommodate many of Canberra’s leading visual arts organisations and transform the precinct into a hive of creativity.

The historical buildings within the precinct provide glimpses of the past, but set the scene for an exciting and creative future. The Canberra Glassworks has breathed life into the grand old Kingston Powerhouse, which is now crowned with Touching Lightly, the towering light sculpture by Warren Langley. The building, which had lain dormant for 50 years, now provides a state-of-the art facility for the creation and exploration of glass art.

Adjacent to the Glassworks is The Fitters’ Workshop, designed by John Murdoch Smith and built in 1916-17, which provides a distinctive setting for exhibitions, events and performances including the nationally recognised Canberra International Music Festival and

more recently the renowned Australian men’s choir the Spooky Men’s Chorale.

There are many opportunities for the co-location of arts venues, organisations and facilities centred on the Kingston Foreshore that will create a critical mass of ideas and creative energy, and these opportunities are already being explored and progressed.

Megalo Print Studio + Gallery, which re-located to a purpose built facility at the precinct in 2013, recently undertook an artistic exchange with the Canberra Glassworks on the captivating exhibition GLINT—a collaboration of glass and print with artists sharing creative ideas and art practices across the two facilities.

These synergies will be further expanded as more of Canberra’s leading arts organisations come together in new purpose-built facilities as part of a fully integrated and activated arts precinct—a vibrant and dynamic place that provides for a mix of uses including creative arts and cultural activities, entertainment, community uses, residential areas, markets, professional suites, and restaurants and cafés.

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Master printer John Loane —

Megalo Feature

In a bright and sunlit corner of Megalo Print Studio + Gallery, master printer John Loane is busy working on an etching for New Zealand artist John Reynolds.

The work is part of the Australian War Memorial’s Centenary of World War One print portfolio, a longterm project that has been running for most of this year. It is bringing together five Australian and five New Zealand artists, selected by the curators at the War Memorial.

He is wiping ink from a large copper plate, perhaps a metre square, that has had a sweeping design etched into it by the New Zealand artist.

Once the surface is clean, all that will remain is the ink in the etched pattern. He will then press the plate with a hand-operated printing press

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onto a sheet of treated paper, on a number of occasions and with different inks, until the artist’s vision is realised.

This form of printing has been around for over 500 years; and in an increasingly automated and digitalised world, it is comforting to know that artisan skills of this calibre are being nurtured at places like Megalo, a member based organisation that is providing open access for its members to use its facilities. The studio offers a space for established artists to work and to collaborate

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with other artists, and also has a substantial program of classes for beginners and hobbyists. Megalo Print Studio has been in its current location at Kingston Foreshore for the last 18 months, and before that, operated out of different venues since its beginnings in 1980.

Without a doubt, it is perfectly suited to be an anchor tenant—along with Canberra Glassworks—at the soon to be realised Kingston Arts precinct. As a kind of one stop shop for artisan printing, Megalo is unique in Australia. “It is the only

working studio and gallery of its kind that offers facilities for etching, lithography, relief printing and screen-printing for fabric and paper,” says acting Artistic Director Megan Jackson. “It’s really great to have the different mediums working under one roof—to see how others are working and maybe to be inspired or to consider how some processes may be shared.”

Megan’s medium of choice is screen print. She came to Canberra as a university student ten years ago, and hasn’t left. Like the rest of the

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staff at Megalo, she is a working artist with her own practice; and her role here, while quite demanding, is a part time arrangement that allows her to continue working on her craft. Her outlook for the Canberra arts scene is one of optimism.

“In the last ten years, I’ve seen Canberra change quite a bit,” she says.

“I think there are a lot of artists and designers that are choosing to stay in Canberra now, whereas in the past, there was a mentality for people to want to move to the big cities.”

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Acting artistic director Megan Jackson —

Of course, it is worth noting that due to its local aspect, Megalo has built a strong working relationship with a number of Canberra’s national cultural institutions. As well as the current project being undertaken for the AWM, Megalo get commissioned annually by the National Library to produce keepsakes such as screen printed tea towels for their major exhibitions, and they have also done substantial work for the National Portrait Gallery. “Many times, those institutions are looking for things that are made locally,” says Megan. “It’s great to be able to work with them to come up with a design, and while a lot of this can be mass produced, we offer them a small run production with an arti-

san process, which really resonates with them.”

It’s fair to say that the last few years have seen resurgence amongst the community of an appreciation for local and hand made designs, goods and products; and this can only be a good thing for Megalo. Interest in artisan printing has been growing, and their new location is highly visible, running adjacent to Wentworth Avenue. “Since moving here, we’ve seen a steady increase in studio access hours and in gallery visitation.

It’s far more central than our previous location, and there is quite lot of car and foot traffic, which has created more awareness about us,” Megan says.

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As for the future of the planned arts precinct which Megalo finds itself squarely in the middle of, Megan admits that it’s a work in progress, so they will just have to wait and see. In the meantime, the studio is making its own connections with other art facilities in the area, and has recently come together with Canberra Glassworks, Photoaccess, Bilk Gallery, Gallery of Australian Design, M16 Artspace, Canberra Contemporary Art Space and Artsound to form the Inner South Arts Hub. The group is hosting a weeklong launch event in December, and this will perhaps create a sense of camaraderie and collaboration that will only be enhanced once the arts precinct becomes a reality. n

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Canberra’s Oldest Building One of the most charming elements of the Kingston Foreshore is the effortless way that the state of the art contemporary built forms contrast with the beautiful remnants of our history. Marked by contemporary architecture or the intelligent web based technology operating within, these innovative structures share the Foreshore landscape with Kingston Powerhouse, Canberra’s oldest building.

Construction of the building began in 1913; and from 1915 to 1957 the Powerhouse was used to supply Canberra with coal-generated electricity. The building remains etched in the memories of its workers who recall plumes of steam, clouds of fine, dusty coal and the piercing sound of the thrice-daily whistle. After it was decommissioned, ActewAGL utilised it

In the epitome of a light bulb moment, it was recognised that the building could be adaptively reused to house Canberra Glassworks. With some minor modifications that included a beautiful mezzanine level overlooking the hot shop where artists are hard at work blowing glass, the building was officially opened in 2007.

The industrial elements of the reinforced concrete and steel frame exterior of the building create a brutal contrast to the delicate creations housed inside, and the enchantingly mismatched glass panes in the windows hint at the fragile, crystalline art forms that lie within the industrial shell. With plans for the development of a Kingston Arts Precinct, this historical building has cemented its place as not only an important part of Canberra’s history, but a powerful force in our bright future. n

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Next year heralds the 100th birthday of the Powerhouse. The beautiful building was designed by the first Commonwealth Government architect, J. S. Murdoch, the same creative brain behind some of Canberra’s most treasured edifices like Old Parliament House, Gorman House and Hotel Canberra–now occupied by the Hyatt hotel.

as a store, workshop and training facility until 2000. For the next six or so years it remained mostly unused, haunted by pigeons, graffiti, dust and cobwebs.

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Canberra Glassworks has become a melting pot of collaboration and artistic brilliance, and General Manager Beverly Growden has her eyes fixed firmly on the future while celebrating the heritage of the Kingston Foreshore.

“The Powerhouse, home of the Canberra Glassworks, turns 100 next year in June, and we’ll be helping to celebrate” she says. “The connection between what we’re doing now in terms of contemporary glass and what was done back then by engineers and people establishing the power for Canberra is that it’s a working place, it’s a making place, and that’s a beautiful connection that we have.”

Much like the molten glass created by the Glassworks’ resident and exhibiting artists, the organisation is shaping the future of the Arts Precinct. “What we’re trying to do is give the Kingston community and our supporters a taste of what’s possible in this precinct” Beverly says. “To celebrate, next year we’ll be animating the exterior of our building, hosting a winter glass market; we’ll be holding a ticketed event within our facility that will see us stretch to the southern side of our building and will feature an auction of beautiful glass and some amazing entertainment.”

The Glassworks have collaborated with a number of arts organisations in Canberra’s south including the Foreshore’s Megalo to

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produce some incredible shows including Glint—Glass and Print—which saw artists working across the two facilities.

“We’re already working together with our Inner South Art Hub partners – Megalo Print Studio, Bilk, PhotoAccess Manuka, M16, ArtSound, and CCAS (Canberra Contemporary Art Space) in Manuka to develop a pathway between our building and those other like minded organisations in the area.”

In addition to collaborating locally, Beverly says the Glassworks will be engaging with international artists through their international residencies program. “We have an artist called Preston Singletary, a native American artist coming in February next year. He’ll be working in association with a big project where we’re bringing together indigenous glass artists from around the world, including some of our local indigenous textiles and glass artists.

We’ve also got an international residency supported by Arts ACT that will see us bring some Maori weavers from New Zealand.”

With a calendar full of events glinting with promise, the Canberra Glassworks is clearly a destination to watch.

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Coffee with the Locals

Catching up with friends over a coffee may well be Canberra’s favourite pastime, and Kingston Foreshore is no exception. Over the last year, a number of new cafés have opened their doors, and are now catering to the ever growing numbers of coffee lovers that make their way to the waterside location, whether it's just for a quick business meeting on a weekday or a relaxed brunch on weekends.

We say hello to some of the Foreshore’s café operators, and discover their unique offers.

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Jonathan Draper Jonathan Draper owns Local Press with Dad, Gary.

Specialising in cold pressed juices and wholefoods, Local Press has quickly gained a solid following for its healthy and innovative cafĂŠ menu, becoming one of the most popular spots on the foreshore.

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What should we know about Local Press?

All our juices are cold pressed every morning, and we source as much of our ingredients locally whenever possible. We abstain from using any artificial additives or preservatives, and all the tables were hand built by dad and me.

What’s great about Kingston Foreshore?

Without a doubt, the fact that we are right on the water. It’s a unique setting for Canberra. I also love that it’s a new thing and that it’s trying to be something a little different to other precincts. It’s only in its early stages but it is already starting to develop a sense of place and community.

How did you end up running a café?

I worked in bars and cafes while I was studying at university, and I found myself really loving it. When the opportunity arose, we went for it. My mum has always been a great cook, and I picked up a lot from her. I wasn’t a chef, so I was little nervous at how it would be received, but I knew what I wanted to do.

Where is your coffee from?

Red Brick Espresso in Curtin. We worked very closely with Tim Manning from Red Brick to create our house blend–the guy is amazing.

What is the most rewarding thing your customers tell you?

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Nick & Ryan Jennings Nick & Ryan Jennings are the owners of 38 Espresso, the first cafÊ to open at Kingston Foreshore. The little espresso bar has become a real social hub in the precinct, with locals drifting in and out and treating the space like their living room—which is exactly how Nick and Ryan prefer it.

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What should we know about 38 Espresso?

Apart from our commitment to a great coffee, it is that the café has developed into an extension of people’s living rooms. We were the first coffee shop to open down here, and we have ended up becoming good friends with many of our customers—they feel very comfortable hanging out here.

What’s great about Kingston Foreshore?

Where is your coffee from?

There is a diverse group of people living here, and every type of amenity available.

We have all sorts of people in the precinct—from cabinet members to bluecollar workers—and they have a choice of bars, restaurants and cafés to enjoy. And then, of course, there’s the water. There are days when the paddle boarders and some of the boats are out, and it almost feels like we are at the seaside.

How did you end up running a café?

Nick: I had a background in structural design and drafting, but I found it very boring. I got into the bar industry when I was in London, and I loved the social aspect and the creativity of cocktail making. When I got back to Australia, an opportunity to buy a café arose, and I ran it past Ryan, who was working in road construction at the time. He was on board, but the opportunity fell through.

We then stared looking around for something, and this came up.

Our coffee comes from Blacksmith Roasters in Wollongong. They assisted us in developing “The Boardwalk Blend” specifically for our café, and they also supply us with some single origins as well.

What is the most rewarding thing your customers tell you?

That we have quality coffee, and that they feel totally at home when they are here. n

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Misty Taylor One of the newer additions to the Kingston Foreshore, Paleo Perfection has already received some serious attention from foodies and the health-conscious alike. The little cafĂŠ is becoming a place for followers of the Cave Man Diet to bond over a love of good quality, nutritious whole foods.

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What should we know about Paleo Perfection?

We opened about eight months ago, and my vision was to provide good, completely gluten and dairy free products made from high quality ingredients.

How did you end up running a cafe?

I have food intolerances myself—I avoid dairy because I can’t have it, and my partner does as well. I previously worked in a café for about sixteen years. I started making the paleo chocolates for friends, and then I started a stall at the Kingston markets. I was doing it every Sunday and it was popular and well received, so I could see that there was an opportunity there. It’s all I want to do. I love coffee.

What drew you to the Kingston Foreshore?

I found this space by chance, really. I was looking for this size, and it was hard to

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find. It just happened that I was down here; I knew it was a really good area and I could see that it was going to be something amazing.

Where are your products and ingredients from?

I try to source local ingredients. I get my eggs from a supplier at the Kingston markets. I also shop at Organic Energy in Griffith and Choku Bai Jo in Lyneham.

What’s your most popular item on the menu?

The cheesecake has been a big hit, as have the muffins. The Caveman Slice is the constant though, it just keeps churning over. It’s an almond meal and coconut oil base, with coconut, dried fruit, nuts and seeds with a bit of honey. n

Development Spotlight

Atelier When the people at St Hilliers set themselves the task of naming this latest Kingston Foreshore complex, they wanted something that conveyed the message that this was a space belonging to an

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artist, a designer or an artisan; and so Atelier was conceived.

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Development Spotlight Development Spotlight Atelier, 48 Honeysett View Developer St Hilliers Estate Agent Independent Property

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These Finely crafted homes are to be located in one of Canberra’s most vibrant areas; and as one of the last remaining waterfront projects on Kingston Foreshore, the enviable north-west orientation gives impressive views towards Kingston Harbour and further out to Lake Burley Griffin.

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Development Spotlight

Conceived by internationally acclaimed and awarded architects, Bates Smart, Atelier will offer buyers a choice of spacious one, two or three bedroom apartments with a sophisticated and refined design. The building’s expression uses warm materials, including timber and tones of bronze to create an established residential feel and true architectural character. The external façade is almost entirely of glass, setting it apart from others on the Foreshore. External louvers will provide protection from the west sun as well as privacy.

Interiors will be furnished with stainless steel Bosch appliances and high quality Parisi bathroom and kitchen tapware, while contemporary track lighting will be a standout in the kitchen, and LED light fittings have been chosen throughout to complement stone benchtops. High quality floor finishes and—most unique

of all—a white-washed brick feature wall set the tone within each spacious apartment.

Outside, a sun-drenched communal courtyard featuring barbecue area with raised timber benches and custom-made day bed alcove will provide a space to relax and restore. A dedicated on-site building manager will also be on hand to enhance the residential experience, while a further sense of comfort is gained through restricted car park access.

Verdict: Given its unrivalled waterfront location and a design excellence not seen in Kingston Foreshore to date, Atelier represents an exciting opportunity to secure a distinct live in residence or investment property. A place for the worldly and well-travelled, Atelier is set to become a vital new addition to this vibrant social hub. n

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A look at the Foreshore’s favourite watersport.

Lake Burley Griffin has been a part of the Canberra

Photography: Paul Jurak

landscape since 1963, when work on Scrivener Dam was completed and the Molonglo River slowly rose to engulf the low-lying plains surrounding its banks.

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Since that time, it has been an

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iconic centerpiece of Canberra—a perfect backdrop for any number for postcards featuring our national attractions. While for many of us it may seem to be nothing more than an ornamental pond in a perfectly cultivated garden, the truth is that yachting and rowing have been part and parcel of the recreational life of the lake for a number of decades, as has canoeing. In recent times though, a new watersport has captivated many Canberrans; and thanks to its very social nature, has made Kingston Foreshore its own playground.

originated in Hawaii as a variation of surfing, but soon gained traction on flat water as well.

Perhaps around five years ago, its popularity exploded around the world, and in Australia, it has seen massive growth in that time.

Around four years ago, a group of four expat Sydneysiders— now living in Canberra due to their military postings—started a Facebook group called High Country SUP to get the message out that our lake was perfect for the fledgling sport, and since then, SUP (as it is commonly known) has gone from strength to strength,

Capital SUP, and businesses such as Wetspot Water Sports getting behind it in a big way.

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Two of the leading proponents of SUP, Matt Scott and Lincoln Gibson, both moved to Canberra in recent times. Matt is from Newcastle and Lincoln from Adelaide, and both of them have admitted to being a little worried that moving to an inland city would mean that they had to give up water sports. “When I was offered the posting to Canberra, I didn’t accept it immediately,” says Matt.

“I was already SUP’ing in Newcastle

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I live in Kingston, so it’s really easy to get down to the Foreshore and get out on the water.

Harbour, having been introduced to the sport a couple of years earlier. I asked if I could think about it, went

is now a chapter of Burley Griffin Canoe Club. The group organizes events and race days, and is also

and the SUP'ers were there from day one. Now, many of them have formed a real friendship with 38’s

home and googled ‘SUP Canberra’.

Images of Lake Burley Griffin came up, and I called back, saying I would take it.” Matt, a fitness fanatic and paleo diet devotee, now runs SUP’ing Caveman, offering lessons in SUP, along with fitness and diet consultations.

very active in social paddles that can attract up to 30 participants at a time—usually on Sundays, and always followed up with a coffee at Kingston Foreshore.

owners Nick and Ryan, and are there in force almost every Sunday morning, grabbing a coffee or some breakfast, or just chatting along the boardwalk. The scene is repeated almost every Sunday, adding to the sport’s visibility, and invariably, a dad with kids in tow will approach one of the members, enquiring about lessons and asking how they can get involved. Looking at the paddleboards strewn about on jetties and pontoons, and the interest the sport is showing, one can imagine a time in the future when SUP is as culturally relevant to the Foreshore as surfing is to Bondi. n

Lincoln discovered the sport in Canberra. He was missing the surf at the time, so this was the perfect cure for him. He now gets out on to the lake almost every day. “I live in Kingston, so it’s really easy to get down to the Foreshore and get out on the water,” he says. He is convener of Capital SUP, which

Both Matt and Lincoln say that the social side of SUP is its biggest drawcard, and grabbing a coffee after a paddle is part of the lifestyle. “Before Kingston Foreshore, there wasn’t much of an option for us, but I remember paddling around here, watching the harbour getting built and thinking this may be promising for us,” says Matt. The first coffee shop to open was 38 Espresso,

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Dining Feature

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Over the last year or so, Kingston Foreshore has becoming somewhat of a dining mecca. More and more restaurants are opening in the precinct as each month goes by, and at this time, diners have a choice of modern Australian, Thai, Chinese and Italian cuisines, along with some good quality pub food.

Some have been here since before the promenade and harbour were activated, and some are relatively new. We have a look at three of the great choices for dinner currently doing good things.

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The Merchant —

The Merchant provides a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience with an emphasis on classic loved dishes.

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3/2 Trevillian Quay Kingston Foreshore T 02 6162 1359 themerchant.com.au

Owner Beatrix Nagy has put together a comfortable and modern space with the feel of a providore. High ceilings and

For dinner, Atlantic salmon comes with creamy parsley & lemon pearl barley, pepita seed granola & crushed cashew,

exposed bricks, along with industrial style fittings are juxtaposed with the resort style view.

and linguine is tossed through with chili prawns, tomato and basil broccolini; and lamb cutlets are marinated in parsley, garlic & olive oil, and served with red pepper, Israeli couscous, yoghurt & flaked almond & macadamia.

The kitchen—headed by chef Steven Sweeney—often brings its creativity to bear to offer dishes with masterful displays of artful plating that are well and truly above the expectations of the average café goer. A typical breakfast may be house made scones served with Merchant conserves, cultured butter & cream, or eggs how you like with the traditional sides.

Cuisine Modern Australian Opening Hours Mon–Tue 7am–5:30pm Wed–Sun 7am–10pm

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Since opening its doors just under three years ago, Wild Duck has staked its claim on the luxe end of Asian dining in the capital.

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77–78, 71 Giles Street Kingston Foreshore T 02 6232 7997 wild-duck.com.au

The first serious restaurant to open at Kingston Foreshore, it has impressed politicians, corporate diners and

For mains, confit of free range duck Maryland is topped with a thin layer of taro mash and then crispy fried, and

genuine foodies with its upmarket take on modern Asian cooking.

slow cooked pork belly is flavoured with three kinds of soy sauce, rock sugar and mixed spices before being wrapped in lotus leaves with sticky rice.

Food is authentic with a modern twist, and an indication of what is happening in the more upmarket establishments across Asia today. Starters feature delicate flavours and innovative approaches, in gentrified versions of everything from street food to the staples of Shao Lin monks, such as crumbled tofu mixed with seasonal vegetables and mushrooms.

Cuisine Modern Asian Opening Hours Lunch: Mon–Fri 12–2:30pm Dinner: Mon–Thu 5:30pm–10:30pm Dinner: Fri–Sat 5:30pm– 11:30pm

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The dessert list is short, but certainly no afterthought. A selection of housemade sorbets and fruit ice creams are available, and ‘Banana Split with a Twist’ includes bitter chocolate glaze, lotus seeds on rum and almond crumble and raspberry sorbet. n

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Walt & Burley —

Walter Burley Griffin and his wife, Marion, had a vision for Australia’s capital...

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17–21 Eastlake Parade Kingston Foreshore T 02 6239 6648 waltandburley.com.au Cuisine Pub Grub

Walter Burley Griffin and his wife, Marion, had a vision for Australia’s capital: an artificial lake that would calm

meats, burgers and of course, fish and chips. From the grill, expect a 300 gram grass fed with roasted kipflers

the waters of political life and provide a focal point for its citizens. This was an idea that would transform the city.

and pepper or mushroom sauce, or a mixed grill with pork short ribs, pulled pork, Andouille sausage and celeriac slaw. Burgers are big hit here. Typical are a wagyu beef burger with onions, American cheddar, house pickle and barbecue sauce, or a pulled pork roll with celeriac coleslaw & house pickle.

Over a century later, Walt & Burley finally connects Canberrans with the famous lake as part of the Kingston Foreshore. The fit-out at Walt & Burley reminds one of a Canadian lakehouse, and from the comfy couches beside the fireplace, one simply has to gaze over the water towards Black Mountain to fully appreciate the Griffin’s genius.

The food is a decidedly upmarket pub style offer, with an emphasis on grilled

Opening Hours Mon–Sun 11am–Late

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With one of the best views in town, pull up a seat and enjoy the ambience, or grab a take away and have an impromptu picnic by the water. n

Development Spotlight

Azure The latest offering by property developer , Azure is poised to become one of the most desirable addresses in one of Canberra’s most exclusive locations, the peaceful and secluded

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Kingston Foreshores Peninsula.

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Development Spotlight Development Spotlight Azure, 50 Honeysett View Developer Fronterra Estate Agent Independent Property

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This modern and edgy lakeside retreat faces north towards the Jerrabomberra Wetlands, blending perfectly with the calm waters of Lake Burley Griffin while allowing ease of access and to the lifestyle amenities of the foreshore—it is only a short peaceful stroll to and from the bustling boardwalk.

Designed by Stewart Architects, Azure will give a visceral feeling of contrasting forces coming together and creating something new. The design sees modern aesthetic and raw materials merge with the lake and land, reflecting the history of the original Kingston Harbour. Raw timber, concrete, glass and stone form the basis of a colour palette that contrasts perfectly with modern dĂŠcor and fittings.

Azure will house 75 premium apartments.

The range of layouts will include one, one plus study, two and three bedrooms in single level, two storey and penthouse designs. Features are to include stainless steel Miele appliances, LED accent lighting, large private balconies, green switches, energy saving technology and a rooftop entertainment area.

Verdict: Azure will unite the contrasting aspects of life on the Foreshore. Far from the noise of the city, the peaceful surrounds of the lake merge will seamlessly with the immersive action and exciting atmosphere that is an essential part of the boardwalk. The best of both worlds. n

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The only condition was that it contained rum, and this is what he came up with: The Planter’s Punch, a summery mix of pineapples and lime juice that is perfect on a hot day or balmy evening.

Make it at home · 3 dashes Angostura Bitters · 50ml Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum · 30ml lime juice · 20ml sugar syrup · 10ml Grenadine · 45ml pineapple juice · Soda water

Cool a highball glass with crushed ice or cubes. In a Boston mixing glass, add all the ingredients in the order that they appear.

Add plenty of ice cubes, cap the Boston glass and shake vigorously for about a minute. Empty the ice from the highball.

Add a few fresh ice cubes and strain the mix over the ice.

Top the glass up with a dash of soda water. Garnish with pineapple leaves. n

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The Dock management team enjoys a pre-opening drink.

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Kingston Foreshore welcomes The Dock Detail of Steve Pocock portrait

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A new venture for the owners of Lighthouse Waterfront Pub, siblings Glenn & Jane Collins, their friend

out with sporting memorabilia in the usual style, The Dock has commissioned Archibald Prize

with a decidedly upmarket feel.

Jay moved to Canberra because he was looking for a change, and

and former employee Brendan Curtis-Cocks, and Brumbies teammates Ben Alexander and Scott Fardy. The publicans became good friends with Ben Alexander during his time at the University of Canberra. “Like many of the students at UC, he liked to come down to Lighthouse for the odd refreshing ale, and we got to know him pretty well”, says Brendan Curtis-Cocks. “The friendship grew from there, and now he we are, as partners in this new venture.”

finalist Phillip Barnes, a family member of Ben’s, to create works of sporting celebrities. These will hang on the pub for up to three months at a time, and patrons will be able to bid on the artworks, with all proceeds going to the charity of the sports person’s choice. “We thought this was a nice way of giving something back while maintaining a sports theme’, says Brendan. “Phillip has been extremely generous in donating his works for this cause.”

rightly identified Canberra as great place to live and work. His expertise lies in the fine dining arena, but he is excited by the challenge of delivering classic pub food with an eye on high-end presentation and quality.

The Dock is putting a spin on the idea of the classic sports bar.

Rather than decking the interior

The Dock has recruited chef Jay Marc Pietro, from Western Australia, to create a pub menu

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The Foreshore recently welcomed its newest hospitality business, with the opening of The Dock; a family friendly sports bar with a charitable and arty heart.

The friendly atmosphere is something the management wants to emphasize. There is a kid’s menu, and even the family pooch is welcome. With an amazing view, great food, art and a charitable heart, The Dock looks set to become a popular venue and a great new addition to the Kingston Foreshore lifestyle. n

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Amateur photographer Paul Jurak has made quite a name for himself—or at least for his alter ego, Kayak Cameraman—in recent times with his surprising and amazing images of Lake Burley Griffin.

Showing a side of this iconic but under-utilised body of water that is the Kayak Cameraman has inspired many Canberrans to get out and take advantage of our beautiful mornings—as he does almost every day—to experience it for themselves.

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very seldom seen in the typical tourist brochures that spruik our city,

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hree years ago, Paul Jurak started paddling on the lake as a way to rebuild his body and mind after an intensive three months of chemotherapy due to testicular cancer. Determined to repair his physical and mental state, Paul had purchased a Kayak, and the first time he went out was with his eldest boy Tully. “I had never paddled a kayak prior to this, and very quickly discovered how stunning it is to be on the water looking out, rather than looking in,” he says. “I turned around and snapped a quick photo of my son using my mobile phone. The photos

from that morning looked fantastic so I continued photographing with my phone.” He quickly realised that he was going to need a camera with a higher quality shot and able to withstand the elements. “My wife bought me a Canon PowerShot D20 as a gift and I was hooked,” he says.

These days, you will find him paddling on Lake Burley Griffin most mornings and evenings, quietly snapping away at the unique seasonal and light changes that take place around him, and uploading his work to his website and social media pages. “I enrolled in a writing course at CIT to

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strengthen my writing skills–I’m much better expressing myself photographically—and this was one of the unit competencies,” he says. “You had to create a facebook page to learn how to utilise social media and this is how I created my ‘kayakcameraman’ facebook page. My kids initially shared my photographs to their friends and gradually it began to form a small following.”

When asked about the popularity of his work, Paul is quite modest, but is genuinely moved by some of the feedback he has had. “I don’t know about being popular

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but there is growing interest in my photography. I have received many inspiring letters, one from a mother who recently lost her son to cancer. She wrote to me saying that she stops and photographs the sunsets and that my photography reminds her of him.,” he says. “I receive letters from people who have been through various forms of cancer themselves. It’s heartening to be able to mentor a few people through their cancer treatment.

This is something I wasn’t able to access when I was sick. This has been such an overwhelming, unforgettable and humbling experience which I never thought that social media could provide.”

Paul says he has fallen in love with photography and paddling because it provides him with an incredibly calm head space. “It’s my meditation,” he says. “My photos are a by-product of a morning or afternoon paddle and I’m so lucky to be able to have social media and the internet as a platform to share my experiences and photos.” He says that while he is surprised at the response to his photography and never expected much to come of it, he has started selling prints at Handmade Canberra. “I have to thank Rachel and Julie who believe in me and promote my work. I have just released a 2015

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Calendar showcasing Canberra and our gorgeous seasons’” he says. Producing merchandise was never his motive and this has only recently developed as more people email him seeking to purchase prints. “I’m in my mid 40s and I have finally found something that I dearly love doing,” he says.

“Will I make a living out of this?

Probably not! To be honest I’m not concerned about selling.

Even if I don’t sell anything, I’ll still be paddling all year round, photographing my mini adventures and sharing them with the broader community as much as I can.” n

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Gil Miller, the owner of Kingston Foreshore’s popular Rum Bar, believes that the growing sense of community at Kingston Foreshore is evident in the recent formation of FRAT (Foreshore Residents and Traders). The group has come together to address a number of issues and matters that may affect either of these groups, and to work together to resolve them as they arise.

Gil, the convener of FRAT, says the group also aims to represent a consensus of view of those that live and do business in the precinct, to act as a liaison fro the area in dealings with government and private bodies and to promote the area as a desirable destination for residents, businesses and visitors. “Body corporates tend to represent the owners, but this group is really about representing residents and tenants,” says Gil. “We don’t want to be an association, just a group of businesses and residents that can come together to resolve issues”.

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The group recently met with Andrew Barr, the minister largely responsible for Foreshore maters, and Gil believes they have already formed a good working relationship with him. They addressed a number of issues with the minister, including parking, public toilets and rubbish removal.

Another issue of significant importance was the group’s decision to ‘delineate’ the Foreshore. “We really believe that the Foreshore should be treated as a precinct,” Gil says. “We see the area as encompassing the arts precinct, the markets and the area from Bowen to Norgrove Park. We’ve contacted all of those organisations and invited them to participate”.

Even at this early stage, FRAT have a number of items on the agenda, including the construction of a website which Gil says will be a valuable tool, not only in raising awareness of the precinct, but also in acting as a visitor’s guide and business directory.

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This group [FRAT] is really about representing residents and tenants.