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Welcome to the March/April edition of DarwinLife. With the dry season approaching, we begin looking at things to do outdoors where the sun is shining and the rain is nowhere to be seen. Our DarwinLife and Home Expo will be on the cards again, however we are still confirming a date and venue for 2015. If you would like to be a part of this fantastic event, you can leave your details with one of the girls in the office and they will alert you once these details have been confirmed. As of May, DarwinLife Magazine will return to being a monthly publication, producing 12 issues per year instead of 6. After 14 months of being bi-monthly, the feedback from both advertisers and the public was that it was more beneficial being a monthly magazine. It was apparent that with the number of events and activities happening throughout the year, . Thus, as of May, we will be back into the swing of thing as a monthly magazine. If you would like to join our publication in any capacity, writing, photography or advertising, please drop us an email at info@darwinlifemag.com.au
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“It’s such an effective and valuable resource for our tenants because it makes finding the right home so easy.” “The database is also great for our landlords because it means fast turnaround times between tenants and lower vacancy periods. It is really a win-win for everyone involved.” C-Vue has developed a reputation as the “go-to” property managers for corporate and executive rentals in Darwin. This means they need to constantly keep ahead of their game and know what companies are coming into town and when they require properties. “It’s a forever changing market in Darwin, unlike any other state I have seen throughout Australia. Whether it be the onset of the wet season, oil and gas projects slowing down or ramping up or even smaller projects happening around town, it all makes a big impact on pricing and demand. We therefore have to constantly evolve. One day we need more tenants, the next we are searching for more quality properties. The one true constant is that a property will always lease. We just need to keep in regular contact with our landlords and make them aware of the changing markets. Late last year saw a real slump in the rental market demand and many landlords were worried but by evolving with the market we were able to achieve results our landlords were happy with.” C-Vue Property Group prides themselves on
the core values they uphold. They are constantly aiming higher with their service standards, ensuring their clients are completely satisfied. “We aim to achieve for our clients a supreme confidence in our ability to manage their property without worry or concern that their investment is not being valued and maintained by a professional with integrity.” C-Vue are a local boutique, family owned company and are proud to offer a service guarantee based on their performance. As noted in their “Managing Your Property” booklet, “If you are not completely satisfied with our services and we cannot rectify the issue within 24 hours, we will release you from the managing authority and refund you the current months management fees”, not that any landlord in Darwin has ever used the service guarantee but at least they know it’s there. “Property management is all we do and we are very good at it. We will deliver attention to detail and exceptional response times, providing our landlords with the highest quality tenants while maximising the rental return in the quickest possible time. “
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Benvenuti al Darwin Italian Festival Save the date, the 2015 Darwin Italian Festival is almost here! The Festival will make its exciting return on Saturday 9th May 2015, at Civic Park in Darwin CBD. Come Festival day, Civic Park will be transformed into Little Italy, complete with traditional Italian music, dancing and of course, food! This venue is well-recognised as the ambient space that sets the tone for the annual Darwin Festival. The inaugural 2013 Darwin Italian Festival exceeded all expectations, welcoming an enormous gathering of around 15 000 people between 2pm and midnight and with similar or larger numbers expected this year, it is becoming one of
Darwin’s largest community events. This year, expect an exciting and diverse assortment of special guests, entertainment and family friendly activities. Enjoy a range of mouth-watering traditional Italian food and beverages and soak in the authentic Italian atmosphere.
Spettacoli! The 2015 Festival boasts an impressive line-up of performers, musicians and entertainers. The event will be hosted by Vince Sorrenti, one of Australia’s most loved comic entertainers. Vince is a five time winner of the coveted Mo Award for Australia’s Best Stand-up Comic. He will perform his latest comedy in the evening, and will no doubt add some fun, lighthearted commentary throughout the event. Darwin born, Italian sisters, Lisa Pellegrino and Natalie Pellegrino, are the Official Festival Ambassadors and will open the festival and will talk with special local guests about their history, culture and life as a Darwin Italian! Melbourne- based band Santa Taranta will play traditional, festive music from the South of Italy. The wonderful Tarantella Darwin Dance Troupe will add to the festivities once again, performing their traditional Italian dances. There will be pizza throwing demonstrations, a spaghetti eating competition, flag throwing and NT band, The Neo will bring a unique blend of funk and soul to finish the night dancing. Mangiare!
Enjoy a delectable range of mouth-watering, traditional Italian dishes offered by the gathering of sensational local restaurants including: Be tempted by the best of traditional Italian cuisine including colourful antipasti, mountains of delicious pasta and heavenly slices of pizza. Be enticed by divine deserts including tiramisu, cannoli, pannacotta and gelati, then finish with an Italian Espresso. Buonissimo! Traditional Italian beverages will be flowing at the festival, including beautifully, aromatic coffee; your ultimate caffeine fix. Thanks to the Italian Club, a fantastic bar will offer refreshing Italian beers, wine and aperitifs. Of course, kids and families will be accommodated with soft drinks also available for purchase. Famiglia e la cultura There will be something for everyone at the 2015 Festival with a focus on family fun and culture. Learn to cook
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the authentic Italian way with cooking demonstrations, new to the Festival this year. Enjoy the cultural photo displays, workshops, roving performers and, the big favourite; bocce! For the romantics out there, the festival will feature the Fontana Di Trevi, a charming recreation of the famous Trevi Fountain of Rome. People travel from all over the world to visit the fountain and throw coins. As seen in the 1954 film; ‘Three Coins in the Fountain’ throwing one coin will lead you back to Rome, two will lead to love and three to marriage! Coins will be collected and donated to local charity. This year, the Festival introduces another exciting new feature; a dedicated childrens’ activity area. There will be an incredible variety of activities including; jumping castles,
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climbing wall, pizza and crepe making and a selection of games and craftsall thanks to Help NT and the City of Darwin Fun Bus. This May, take advantage of the longawaited opportunity to experience that authentic Italian atmosphere once again. With an exhilarating mixture of food, drinks, art, culture and entertainment for all ages, the Darwin Italian Festival 2015 is an event to be enjoyed by all. Don’t miss the 2015 Darwin Italian Festival- Saturday 9th May- Civic Park, Darwin CBD proudly brought to you by the Italian Festival Association.
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Mark Ferguson
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Volunteers play a vital role in the Territory Community. It would be a rare community event that would occur without the presence of St John Ambulance NT volunteers. These valued and trusted members are located right across the Territory and many of the public and family events you attend year round cannot take place without their assistance. Mark Ferguson is a man who has a thirst for volunteering. His passion began when he joined St John Ambulance in 1988 as a Cadet in Alice Springs. He later moved to Katherine with his family in 1989 only to find there was no cadet division, much to his disappointment. After finishing high school he worked for Woolworths in Katherine, working his way to a management role and completed a university course on retail management. At the end of 1998 he attended a first aid course with St John in Katherine where the instructor talked about the work done by St John volunteers. This reignited Mark’s passion for volunteering and he joined the adult division, attending the weekly training sessions. Mark also relished the opportunity of assisting other members to restart the Katherine Cadet Division, a division which is still strong today. His interest in volunteering encouraged Mark to commence paramedic studies and he was employed by St John Ambulance in 2001. After relocation to Darwin in 2002 with wife Mel, Mark commenced Intensive Care Paramedic studies. He was then offered an opportunity to advance his career and accepted the position of Officer in Charge of the Arnhem region. As the previous volunteer Superintendent of the Nhulunbuy Adult Division had left the town Mark also took on this role and actively promoted and assisted to ensure that volunteers had a strong presence in the region. Once settled in Nhulunbuy Mark became aware of the need to teach first aid in the community of Yirrkala and was instrumental in the development of a cadet styled program for the indigenous students. This program was a huge success thanks to the work from fellow St John members, Mandy Paradise, Kelly Raven and 22
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Kathy Allen. When asked about some highlights of his time with St John Mark said “As a volunteer and a fulltime ambulance Paramedic I have been all over the place. In 2000 I went with two other members to be a volunteer to see the Olympic flame arrive in Uluru. I have also attended six Finke Desert races and have spent time in many of the mine sites around the Territory. A definite highlight was being the paramedic for eight weeks on the movie set of Australia, with Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman.” Mark now resides in Darwin with wife Melanie and their four lovely children: Chloe, Hailey, Sophie and Lilly. Mark has continued with his studies and taken on senior roles within the Ambulance Service. In his volunteer role, he was promoted to Deputy Territory Superintendent in 2011 then in 2014 accepted the position of Territory Superintendent. In a new chapter in Mark’s career, he has recently been appointed to the role of Director, Volunteer First Aid Services. The role looks after all volunteer matters Territory wide. An additional part of this role will, in a voluntary capacity, be Commissioner for ceremonial and public events. Mark added “I am honoured to be appointed the Director Volunteer First Aid Services and the Commissioner and look forward to working with volunteers and serving the community of the Northern Territory”.
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Do you wonder …Do you think Hypnosis is about you acting like a chicken?… Doug and I are certified practicing Hypnotherapists and trainers of modern day Hypnosis. I love it when people find out that we can do hypnosis the first thing they ask is “can you make me act like a chicken”…only if you want to! You see Hypnosis is a “do with process, not a do to process” and what it does… what it really does is it lifts your mind so it by-passes the critical faculty so that you accept information or suggestions without judgement. So what does this mean…really mean? If you liked the movies Matrix or Avatar you would have by-passed your critical faculty in order to accept that a woman ran around the walls or that a man-woman got into a machine and landed in another space and time. I wonder did you like Superman or Batman and all the things all the things they did, as you sat there watching, you knew as you know now that your unconscious mind was creating pictures and relaxing going deeper and deeper into... People think this and that and wonder if they can go deeper and deeper into trance and have you been in trance before...now! Hypnosis language is all around all around even as you drive your car and the white line goes past goes past goes past and you get sleepier and sleepier and more and more relaxed... So if you are wondering if Hypnosis
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Our hyper-connected lives mean that we are on the go all the time. Contactable 24/7. Emails, social media, fitness trackers, online calendars, the list is endless. We are constantly rushing from one moment o the next, busy with life, but are we truly “living”? I mean, I know your heart is beating, you’re breathing, you hurl yourself from one day to the next, but are you really experiencing life?
I know that most of the time, I am not. I am guilty of taking life for granted. But I am luckier than most, because I have the best mindfulness teacher. My 2-year-old daughter. Our first lesson was an overcast Friday morning. Rushing out of the house I left my phone at home. After story time, we stopped for a snack and in typical Darwin wet season style, we got stuck in a huge rain storm. While I ran for shelter, Lady A (my daughter) squealed with delight and ran around, splashing in puddles, dancing the rain. As I sat and watched her, I filled with joy. While grown ups all around her were rushing around, annoyed at the rain, my little one was reveling in the joy of it all. The simple joy of playing in the rain. I watched as other people smiled as they passed her, their day a little brighter from catching the edge of her happiness. So instead of trying to get the perfect Instagram shot it, I sat and watched her and felt the joy of the moment. Practicing mindful mothering. I don't have a photo of it, but every time I remember that moment, I will feel her joy again and I will remember that life truly is magical. Children have so much to teach us don’t they?
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Hall Chadwick’s extensive experience allows us to provide the business advice you need. Hall Chadwick is regarded as one of the most experienced accounting firms in Australia. Since 1886, this national Chartered Accounting firm has been helping Australian businesses reach their goals with professional services that include corporate advisory, business recovery and insolvency. With an office now located in Darwin, local businesses are able to seek advice from a team dedicated to achieve the best possible outcome in every circumstance. All too often businesses find themselves in a situation that could potentially lead to heartache. As Darwin Manager Joanna Gawlak explains, once a business starts to show signs of distress, this is the time to seek help from a qualified and experienced business advisor. ‘There are business owners or managers out there that are facing a very difficult reality. This might be debt or cash-flow issues that have the capacity to eventually force a company into liquidation. Specifically in the Territory, we have come across many businesses who have been awarded large contracts but are often left struggling due to their client’s longer than average terms of payment,’ says Joanna. ‘We are qualified in providing business restructuring and recovery advice and are experienced in handling formal insolvency appointments. Drawing on these skills, we are able to step in and help businesses through tough times and implement strategies to give them a viable future.’
Backed by the resources only a nation-wide company can provide, Hall Chadwick’s team have the ability to understand and assist clients from a broad range of industries and sizes. With over 10 years of experience, Joanna’s professional history includes a Master of Law plus qualifications in business finance and accounting. Together with the firm’s Partner Blair Pleash, Territorian businesses have all they need to deal with problems and produce viable long-term solutions.
‘There is no hard and fast rule in determining the solvency of a business. However, signs of financial distress should be acted upon quickly and advice sought. We can give you the advice to alleviate stress and ultimately give your business the support and guidance to thrive.’
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Most of us wouldn’t associate the words “jobless” and “success,” but Simon Marston took his job loss as an opportunity to start his own business – Simon Marston Window Cleaning. “I decided I needed to take control of my own future,” says Simon. Like many facing Darwin’s wet season redundancies, Simon suddenly found himself out of work after five years in senior management roles. But like the energetic go-getter that he is, he wasn’t unemployed for long, securing casual labour with the help of Top End Consulting (TEC). “I am grateful for that work because it also gave me the opportunity to discuss my future with Ed and Annie from TEC, and they in turn encouraged my inclination to utilise my skill sets and go into business for myself,” says Simon. With mentoring from TEC and a just a twomonth turnaround, a new business enterprise
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was born – Simon Marston Window Cleaning. With his entrepreneurial spirit, Simon was able to draw on his acquired business skills and combine them with years of experience in window cleaning. “It was perfect timing,” says Simon. “I was in the right place with the right people at the right time.” “My main focus is providing second-tonone quality customer service throughout the Darwin region. Ed Karras from TEC helped me understand the importance of networking and building relationships within the community.” Simon Marston Window Cleaning offers very competitive rates, mobile EFTPOS and the latest in window cleaning technology. He also carries $20m Liability insurance. What makes Simon Marston Window Cleaning different? “As well as great customer service, I also use the latest window cleaning technology,” says
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Simon. “It’s called ‘Pure Water System’ and it filters all impurities out of tap water, sends it up a long pole and cleans with a soft brush head – leaving a sparkling spot-free finish. “It’s great for high access glass because it means I don’t need extension ladders; that saves me time, and the customer money.” “And of course like everybody else, I like to work in a safe environment and that is especially important when you are selfemployed.” What advice do you have for others facing redundancy? “Find something you are good at, passionate about and then go for it. There will always be lean times in our life, but our goal should always be to turn those experiences into something positive.” Simon Marston Window Cleaning Ph. 0414487527 Email. sm.windowcleaning@yahoo.com.au www.smwindowcleaning@yahoo.com.au
Thank you to the following people/companies for supporting my start: Randell (NT News), Laura (RSEA), John (Jaguar Kitchens), Simon (Ability Physiotherapy), Annie (Top End Consulting) and Luke from (United Access).
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Choose your tim e w e ll
Self employment is as equally rewarding as it is challenging. Throw working with your partner or family in the mix then there is a whole other level of expectation and challenges needed to be overcome. The blending of work and life is now the reality for most people and is definitely the reality of you share your business with your family. Trying to juggle work and life is hard but it doesn’t have to be. Here are 5 ways to be able to focus on work when at work and family when at home.
Set realistic expectations.
Delegate.
Know what you need to achieve by the end of your day and schedule in a set number of actions you need to take that matches the time you have available.
There are people around you who can do parts of your workload quicker and, dare I say, better than you, so allow them. Delegation is not shirking responsibility if it allows you to step up and do the things you are best at.
Work on your priorities. Remove projects and tasks that have been sitting for a while; make the challenging phone call you have been putting off or finish the report that needs to be written.
Choose your time wisely.
Plan your day the night before. Precious peak productivity time is often lost as we use it to plan our day. Before you leave work plan what needs to be done the following day. This way you have created some closure from work before going home.
Focus on you. When you are at your best, you can give your best to those around you. Lock me-time into your calendar.
Angela Lockwood
www.angelalockwood.com.au Author of “The Power of Conscious Choice” Ph: 0421 029 370 E: support@angelalockwood.com.au
by Dr JACK STEPHANE By the time you are thinking about entering into a ‘blended-step’ family relationship, you will have already gone through a lot of healing time since the end of your past relationship.
This time is essential before you can take the next step for all concerned, especially your children. As mentioned, it takes time for both partners and children to make adjustments to being in a ‘blended-step’ family: be patient. The most successful families occur when the couple have waited two or more years after a divorce before remarrying. It takes time for the relationship with your partner’s children to grow and develop; you don’t fall in love with them over night. Don’t fall all over them either; communicate and be honest with them; be interested in their lives; encourage them and include them in activities; don’t become too ‘touchy feely’, as most kids feel uncomfortable with these displays of affection at first. 30
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It is uppermost important that when you and your partner establish a ‘blended’ family situation that you are both on the same page regarding house rules, routines and discipline; however let the biological parent take the major responsibility for discipline until a firm bond has been established with the step-parent. Children adjust to blended families differently according to age and gender. Younger children under the age of ten years of age adjust more easily as they are more accepting of change. From 10-14, during the onset of puberty, both boys and girls have difficulty adjusting to a step family; to accepting a new person regarding discipline and also to expressing their feelings and emotions. The other biological parent is also an integral part of the ‘blended’ family and should be
included in as much of the new family life as possible and hopefully form a good relationship with you, the new spouse. Communicate with your partner; make time to still have a date. Discuss the issues of the kids openly and honestly. A ‘blended-step’ family can be a wonderful and exciting family for all members of the unit. All can share in the wealth of love, joy and happiness that each person brings to the family. Be loving and open with your partner and patient and honest with your step children and most of all: be kind to yourself! ‘Til next time, be kind to yourself and one another. Kinds regards, Dr Jack.
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When was the last time you took one of your children aside for time with just the two of you?
Family time, having fun, playing games, walking on the beach, sharing celebrations are essential for us to develop strong family bonds. This ensures our children develop a sense of belonging and understanding of where they fit into their world. This is so important in the building of a strong sense of self or positive self- esteem and this in turn leads to a positive self- actualization or belief in one’s capacity to achieve our goals. Sometimes in our busy family life we omit to make the time or don’t think to arrange an opportunity to separate one child for one to one time without any competition from their siblings. Especially important if you have twins and with the same gender children. You will, if you are watching with your eyes and ears, notice that the dynamic changes and the communication may deepen. The child may reveal much more of what they are thinking without fear of sibling rivalry and the competition
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to get your attention that happens when the family is together. Possibilities may come from something brief like seeking one child to visit the shops together, it may be a time where you offer to work together to learn something new, work on a building project or simply lie together to read or tell a story. That one to one time will enhance your relationship, make the child feel special and reward your effort. Remind the child that future opportunities are on the horizon to repeat this experience and remember to say how much you enjoyed the time that you just spent together. A word or two about how proud you are of them is a good idea too. This is building blocks for the future, but also dad to son and mum to daughter time is important for children to learn about their gender. Remember children learn more from observing your behaviour than what you tell them. Plan that one to one time today.
KJS Entertainment specialises in themed Parties, Functions and Events. If you are looking to host a fun and memorable Party, Function or Event our airconditioned venue is THE place to come. Give us a call today! Easter is coming which means a visit from our furry friend the Easter Bunny, by regularly visiting our website and facebook pages you can get all of the information you need to participate in our Easter egg hunt and Easter Disco. WHAT’S NEW AT KJS? We have recently added another 6 vests to our Laser Tag system so we can now accommodate up to 18 people playing at one time! The addition of “Energy Gates” inside the Laser Tag arena gives an exciting new depth and dimension to the gaming experience. KJS now has the largest Indoor Playground in the NT, with the addition of a new Toddler specific Playground and the expansion of our existing Playground the kids have around 250m² of fun filled space! Come in and enjoy our great coffee and free WiFi while the kids have a play.
by C ath y H u g g ett
Long weekends are wonderful. Like a mini holiday, they give us just that one extra sleep in our bodies sometimes crave to feel fully rested and ready to tackle the responsibilities of life. Children are no different to adults. Their lives are just as busy, and sometimes even busier than ours. They need to rest, refresh and restore themselves too, not just physically, but mentally, spiritually and emotionally too.
In the modern world that we live in, there is an expectation that we should be ‘doing’ something all the time and that time spent doing nothing is wasted, but nothing could be further from the truth. Allowing ourselves to be still and quiet, helps rid our minds of the jumble of everyday life and allows ideas to find their way in. We come out of quiet days more energised and full of creative energy, raring to put our inspiration into action. If you have never let your child have a ‘pyjama day’, I highly recommend it as a way to let them shrug off responsibility just for one day. They can spend all day in their pyjamas snuggled in bed reading, drawing, thinking and even snacking. There is nothing they have to or need to do, not even get dressed. Pyjama days are usually a nice day to cook comfort food together, play board games, shops and dress ups and make blanket forts. It’s also fun
to watch old movies on pyjama day and talk about the way the world used to be. Pyjama days work particularly well when it’s rainy outside. If the weather is sunny and dry, quiet time can be taken outdoors, either at home in the garden or at the park. Pack a simple picnic and a giant picnic blanket and encourage your child to spend some time lying under the trees talking, looking at the clouds and drifting in and out of their own thoughts. It can be difficult for some children to want to lie still but if you invite them to lie there and engage them in conversation about simple topics they will feel the benefits of this special time with you. It’s even fun to take turns telling jokes or made up stories. So this Easter long weekend, my advice is to master the forgotten art of doing nothing. You and your child will go back to the demands of everyday lives rejuvenated, refreshed and reconnected.
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stories of professional fishers Northern Territory Seafood narrates the stories of professional fishers and portrays the largely pristine environment in which they work. Exquisitely written and photographed by David Hancock, the reader will be taken to some of the Territory’s more remote habitats. The 224 page publication highlights our fisheries and emphasises freshness, quality and sustainability of our Top End. From mud crabbing in the Roper River, wild caught barramundi fishing near the Finniss River, coastal reef fishing and crocodile egg collecting, it allows readers to follow the people involved in the industry and you get to experience how the professional fisher and his fishery operates. The abundance of seafood in Northern Territory waters is largely determined by giant, unspoiled river systems and the weather – a good wet season generally means plenty of fish, prawns and crabs in the months to follow. The seafood industry is now worth more than $80 million to the Territory economy and 200 professional fishers roam over an area twice the size of Victoria or roughly the size of Spain. They work the coastline and travel up to 200 nautical miles out to the Australian Fishing Zone boundary.
No book about the sea would be complete without a selection of unique Territory-style recipes. Darwin chefs Steve Sunk and Jason Wilkes have cooked up 80 stunning seafood dishes; from the territory iconic barramundi, to one of the omega three heroes, the Spanish mackerel down to some not so familiar ingredients like fish roe, fish wings and frames, crocodile and sea cucumber. These recipes are spread lavishly throughout, so you all should have no hesitation in preparing your family next seafood meal Northern Territory Seafood will be available for sale through a small number of outlets including Darwin Fish Market, The Bookshop Darwin and online via www.ntsc.com.au.
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Since opening their doors in November 2014, Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar in Parap is taking the Darwin pizza circuit to a whole new level. In the past three months Sally Illingworth and her team have earned themselves a national title - bringing home the record of Australia’s Largest Pizza. The 11.4 meter mother of all Australian pizzas was created with five different toppings and took almost four days to construct. ‘When I got a call from Hot 100 asking if I was interested in taking on the challenge, I said yes straight away. It was a total team effort and we called in all of our resources. I thought, this is really cool – regardless of the title I just want to give it a go.’ As the Northern Territory Franchisee, Sally has a number of achievements under her belt having been with the company since she was 15 years old. Now with her own store and an equally as innovative and dynamic team behind her, Sally has no intention of slowing down. With a new menu update launching some tantalising new flavours, the Crust development team have brought together an interesting street-food style approach. Meaning lots of slowcooked pulled meat and exciting flavour combinations such as the Argentine Crane Pizza, Japanese Pulled Chicken Salad and tipped to be the new Darwin favourite, the Truffle Wagyu Beef Rossini. Couple that with talks of a mobile Crust store made out of a 20 foot shipping container, Darwin is set to see more of this energetic pizzeria. ‘Crust has built a reputation for being innovators of gourmet pizzas. There is a lot of on-trend inspiration and trialling that goes into designing a menu,’ explains Sally. ‘For each new release, a representative from each store attends an intensive training workshop so that every pizza that is made is authentic to the original flavour design. It isn’t as simple as receiving a new menu and off we go; the process of how it is made is the difference between a good pizza and a great pizza. It is a bit of an art form and we take it really seriously.’ With the world of pizza constantly changing and pizzerias growing more inventive and original with each new slice, the Darwin Crust team are at the forefront of flavour innovation. It’s this authentic commitment to sensational pizzas that is making these local pizza-markers a group worth watching.
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Feeling like you need some “ME TIME”??? Always running around for everyone else & feeling overwhelmed with commitments??? Treat your Body, Mind & Soul without lifting a finger!!! Flower Essences coupled with Reflexology may be the answer for YOU!!!
Have you heard of Bach Flowers or Rescue Remedy before??? They’ve been used in Western society for over 100 years, with Dr Edward Bach being the first to introduce these. They are based on English flowers. Australian Flower Essences (namely “Living Essence” Flower Essences), were first ‘bottled’ & therapist training began in the 1980’s in W.A.- where the world’s largest number of wild flowers are found. Originally, Indigenous people used Australian Flower Essences in numerous ways to heal their sick. They work energetically on physical, behavioural & emotional levels - to bring change to negative thoughts, actions & physical difficulties. They reach the core of the problem that leads to the disharmony. Flower Essences have been used in hospitals for a number of years to reduce pain, stress, exhaustion, & to aid recovery. They’re able to be used safely & effectively by anybody (including babies, pregnant ladies & the elderly) since they do not interfere with any medications. I have used Flower Essences to support women during pregnancy & labour with wonderful results – please call me for to discover how they may assist you. Each Flower Essence has its own affirmation to reinforce their healing properties. My business is actually named after the “Pink Everlasting” as it is known as the ‘the spring of eternal substance’. This can aid your rejuvenation & to enhance your ability to continue to give to others when needed – without emotionally draining you. I personally love using Flower Essences with Reflexology to further enhance your treatment. Reflexology is a relaxing massage-style treatment that assists to balance the whole body by gently stimulating & improving circulation to vital organs. After Reflexology, you will feel ‘as light as a feather’, with relevant physical symptoms also subsiding…..whilst you treat your body, mind & soul without lifting a finger! This is a great way to distress & rebalance your hormones. Regular treatments will enhance your health & wellbeing holistically.
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In modern martial arts we need to adapt and ensure we are teaching our students for the events that may occur today. Often when we get caught up in tradition we teach techniques that have been passed down from our teacher. Often we respect and look up to our teacher as a leader and don’t question the techniques rather accept their word and knowledge. In some arts these moves have been passed down for many, many years and the moves are outdated. As the nature of the attackers are different and how we deal with them can always be improved. I was watching a disturbing clip on the internet of a man who had the intention to attack another bystander maybe due to some conflict. In the clip you could see the man was carry a knife behind this back and had the intention of using it. The defender was caught unaware, to his credit he must have had some martial arts experience and threw the attacker and strike him several times. However during that process the attack was able to use the knife with the defender being unaware he even had a knife. The attacker escaped and the last scene was a defender that was struggling to stay on his feet even though he did a great job. The lesson I learnt from this clip is in any self defense system you need to assume someone may have a weapon and more importantly all your moves should coincide as if the attacker had a weapon.
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you’re in good hands. This month I’d like to discuss the risks of injury with chiropractic care.
In clinical practice we still encounter patients who are apprehensive about receiving care, specifically in relation to spinal manipulation. This is particularly the case if the patient is older and suffer from common complaints like Osteoporosis or an Arthritic condition. Even though there are many different techniques in our profession to treat these cases, spinal manipulation is still the backbone of what differentiates our profession from others. Recently I discovered an article from the Journal of Spine, arguably the worlds most respected journal for spinal research which anaylsed the risk of injury to the head, neck or trunk during treatment of a neuromusculoskeletal condition from a Chiropractor versus a Medical Doctor. This information was obtained from patients over the age of 65, an age bracket where there is a perceived increased risk of injury due to advanced age. This study discovered that the probability of injury in the chiropractic group was 40 injuries per 100,000 patient visits, as compared to 153 injuries per 100,000 patient visits in the Medical group. This study further concluded that for patients aged 65 and older the risk of injury to the head, neck or trunk for a neuromusculoskeletal condition was 76% lower among patients who presented to a Chiropractor as compared to those who saw a Medical Doctor. The aim of this month’s column is not to be disparaging to the Medical fraternity who work hard every day to improve the wellbeing of their patients but serves to demonstrate that the perceived risk of Chiropractic care, especially for the older patient is not based upon sound data. So as a patient if you are holding back on seeing a Chiropractor due to fear, don’t be fearful, recent evidence shows that when you see a chiropractor you’ll be in good hands.
Whedon J.M. et al. Risk of Traumatic Injury Associated with Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation in Medicare Part B Beneficiaries Aged 66-99. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2014 Dec 9. [Epub ahead of print]
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EATING habits One could argue that a personal trainer writing about nutrition is someone who is writing out of their scope, which is most likely true, but a personal trainer writing about food observations and habit forming is well within their field of expertise- ergo I will continue.
Wez Innes
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hile enjoying my morning caffeine hit with my wife I found myself drawn to what other patrons were eating for their breakfast. I noticed an overwhelming amount of ice coffee accompanied with toasted sandwiches, fruit toast and cake. No typo there- cake. Last time I checked cake was not in the food pyramid, rather it was off to one side being sold in a converted caravan by a man with greasy hair. It was interesting to note that every single one of the people I observed looked tired, unhappy and out of shape. Generalisation? Yes indeed. There could be several psychological arguments made for eating in such a way- emotional eating, overwhelming work stresses or even lack of food education, though I’ll argue that in the information rich age we live in claiming ignorance is not an acceptable excuse. Through my own research I have found that the psychological reasons behind eating badly is far more important
that the actual act itself. Eating rubbish is always a premeditated choice. For whatever your reason maybe you have decided long ago to sit down and eat that morning cake and iced coffee, whether you realise it or not. Rather than putting yourself through the pain avoiding certain foods or following your favourite celebrity diet regime instead try to ascertain why you are eating the way you do. Adopt the ‘Prevention not the Cure’ principle and you may just find the success you have always hoped for. The funny thing is eating better has is own sustainable energy source. You eat better you look better and you end up with more energy. Suddenly work and home stresses don’t seem so bad. You slowly start to gain momentum until there is simply no stopping. You will be happier, healthier and be able to live life the way it’s supposed to be lived. Stay Strong, Wes
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The harbour supports a diverse range of marine ecosystems, with over 415 fish species now known, the most popular being barramundi, coral trout, jewfish, golden snapper and threadfin salmon. Darwin Harbour allows the unique opportunity to see Dugong’s in the wild as this is where their favourite food can be found. Scenic mangroves and pristine tidal waters surround the harbour and a significant cultural heritage can be discovered. The harbour is also a vital transport hub for northern Australia.
Things to do in Darwin Harbour: • Take a cruise to witness one of the Top End’s glorious sunsets and discover Darwin’s cosmopolitan foreshore, many cruises depart from Stokes Hill Wharf • Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over the harbour • Join a fishing charter and get hooked up on some of the tastiest species, many charters departing Cullen Bay • Embark the ferry at Cullen Bay Marina and take a trip to Mandorah (20 mins) or Tiwi Islands (2 hours) • Cool off at the wave pool followed by a sumptuous lunch at Darwin Waterfront • Relax under the stars and watch a movie at the iconic Deckchair cinema • Learn about the amazing natural eco system of the coral reefs in Darwin Harbour at Indo Pacific Marine, only one of 3 exhibits of it’s kind in the world • Join a tour to turtle nesting sites on Bare Sand Island • Discover one of the many culinary delights overlooking the harbour from Cullen Bay to the sunset precinct encompassing SkyCity, Ski, Sailing and Trailor Boat Clubs along to Peewees at the Point
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Owning your own home is the great Australian dream. But it is also can be daunting the first time you buy your own home. The thought of entering into a new realm of finance, solicitors, reports and negotiations is a little overwhelming, to say the least. Before you start looking for a property or land, you need to make sure you know your financial options in side out. It’s common for first homebuyers to start looking at homes, fall in love with one and then find out that they can’t afford it. So save yourself the disappointment and do your research first. Do you have a thorough understanding of expenses such as insurances, rates, and body corporate fees? Ask yourself how much can you realistically afford and still maintain a semblance of a normal life? It’s important to shop around, ask lots of questions and think about what you are prepared, and can afford, to commit to. Then check into the First Home Owner Grant. It is $25,000 for first homebuyers purchasing newly constructed home, or $12,000 for purchases of established properties. With removal of the stamp duty payment, the application process has become much simpler. Once you’ve secured you’re funding - then it’s the roller coaster ride of finding your dream home! It’s important to find an agent you can trust. Don’t be afraid to speak to a number of agents. A good agent will be able to recommend skilled building surveyors and pest inspections and assist you with the process of buying your home. In order to assist potential buyers with this process we have gone to the experts for advice.
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as a fi r st tim e buy e r Many buy off the plan as an investment, but purchasing fresh off the production line can also offer real advantages for first homebuyers. As of January 1st 2015 first home buyer grants no longer apply to established homes in Darwin. To encourage the construction of new homes in the Territory, from 1 January 2015, FHOG of $26,000 will only be available to first home buyers who purchase a new home. First homebuyers are generally short on cash and as a result have difficulty in finding funds quickly that are required for a finished property with a short term settlement. Buying off the plan will give a first homebuyer time – time to save for settlement, time to plan for settlement, potentially time for capital growth prior to settlement (as most developers offer lower prices and financial incentives at the start and put prices up once construction has commenced) and time to make all the relevant applications for the first homeowners grant. Buying off the plan will also give a first homebuyer advantages not available to a purchaser of finished second hand property, like: • The potential to influence floor plans and finishes.
• More choice in terms of apartment types, which means greater choice of layouts, views and finishes. • Easy payment terms with only 10% deposit required and the balance due on settlement. • Often, interest on deposits can be received when cash deposits are paid. • Security for deposits as all deposits are held in trust. • Alternative deposits, which mean you can use a lower cash deposit, a bank guarantee or a deposit bond (project dependent). • Get yourself into financial order; know your financial position, your borrowing capacity and the lending policies of the bank in relation to different property types and locations. • Do your research; don’t buy the first property you look at. Understand the median apartment prices growth, vacancy rates, rents, employment statistics and demographics. Get to know the area, transportation linkages, and current and planned
infrastructure projects. • Research the development team, who’s going to deliver the project? What’s the track record for the builder, developer, architect and sales agent? Do they have a good track record getting projects out of the ground in a timely fashion? Go and visit some of the builder and developers recent projects. • Engage independent legal advice from a specialist property lawyer/conveyancer. • Understand the time frames around the delivery of the project and the sunset dates in the contract of sale. Buying off the plan will give a first homebuyer time and a greater ability to pick up a property under completed market rate and create instant equity.
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She calls herself, “a crazy chick from the desert.” She grew up on a sheep ’n’ wheat farm, worked in an opal mine and has also given tourism a spin in Alice. Belinda Tonkin (BT) might be a little wild and woolly but she’s darn well switched on when it comes to property. In fact, BT has a solid portfolio, stretching from Adelaide to Alice, and a handful of mates “who’ll be wealthy if they stick with me,” she beams. BT’s buying and selling prowess not only impressed friends, but also Alice agent Caela Zenith from The Professionals who asked why she wasn’t in the property business; BT pondered, “I had more properties than her and knew a bucket load about real estate… Why wasn’t I in the business?”
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BT is now as property adviser with Real Estate Central (REC) and works with specialists in residential properties, auctions, property management, finance and a team fitted out for REC projects. “We’ve got the lot here mate”, assures BT. “Why would you go anywhere else?” Real Estate Central is also branching into investment advising.
“Myself and Leigh Arnold are flat out, the response is fantastic and we welcome more and will make time for everyone.”
What’s The Market Doing In Darwin?
“The market has really picked up in the last two months right across the board,” says BT. There are also many buyers keen to invest. “People out there are earning good money, there’s new people coming to town who are also getting off the rental roundabout. Plus, it’s cheaper to pay off a mortgage than rent. Low interest rates and good bank deals have been a strong influence and increased consumer confidence. With the RBA looking at keeping rates down,” reinforces BT, who’s hoping for substantial movement in Darwin’s property market over the next 18 months.
investment advisor about your goals; like turning your home into an investment, structuring your loan differently and how long you’ll be in Darwin.
And, The Most Common First Home Buyer Mistake…
“Not being thorough with your research,” says BT. So call her, her colleague Daniel Harris or the Real Estate Central team, because they all want to make you rich. “It’s not much fun doing it on your own,” says the woman who has an “itch to find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.” BT’s pretty convinced Darwin is it.
First Home Buyer Tips
• Sort out your finances • Buy new rather than old ($25 000 first home buyer incentive for new verses $12500 for old.) • Work out your 5 to 10 year plan with your first home. • Talk to a financial advisor, accountant or
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There’s a reason people use the expression “as saf e as hous e s ” Investing in property is often a sensible move that can provide solid returns and it remains one of the most favoured methods of investing for Australians.
Stefani Raines Managing Director GPO Box 410 Darwin NT 0801 0447 263 937 stefani@stefanirainesproperty.com
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Choosing a property which is going to increase in value will get you started on the right track. Buying or building a new property has the potential to provide better returns and attract better quality tenants when it is finally time to rent out your first investment. Darwin has been providing great returns for the landlords who have made the decision to invest, so why not jump on board? Navigating your way through the property management aspect of your investment property can be time-consuming and stressful. It’s in your best interest to engage a property manager who is responsible for protecting and proactively managing your investment. Stefani Raines Property Management provides personalised, professional property management services. Stefani has been working in the Darwin property industry for six years which has allowed her to build her knowledge around property management trends and gain a strong understanding of the legislation requirements in the Northern Territory. As a home owner and property investor herself, Stefani will always have the best interests of your rental property in mind and at heart. Further advantages of having your property managed by Stefani include: • A low management fee of 8.8% with no hidden addon charges for administration, inspections or report preparation. • Three-monthly periodical inspections, which is the most frequent timing that Northern Territory legislation will allow. • A small portfolio which allows for intimate knowledge of each property and tailored personalised service. • No staff turnover. You will always know who you are talking to. • Fortnightly landlord payments. • All management fees are tax deductable. To ensure the best returns on your investment, allow Stefani Raines Property Management to care for your investment property in Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area. You’ll be safe as houses.
A beautiful and friendly place to call H O M E As a young couple wanting to own their own home, Florida and Adesh didn’t enjoy watching house prices in Darwin continue to rise, so in 2013 they took advantage of the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG), purchased land at Breezes Muirhead and built the home they now live in. Florida moved to Darwin from Indonesia in 2007 to study at Charles Darwin University. She now works as an Accountant in Parap and loves living in the Top End. “When we decided that it was time to stop renting and build our own home I knew that I wanted to live in Darwin’s northern suburbs close to Casuarina, Royal Darwin Hospital and all of Darwin’s attractions,” said Florida. While they were deciding which home to build, Florida and Adesh often drove around Breezes Muirhead comparing completed homes from different builders. “We would knock on the front door of a home we liked and ask if we could have a look around inside. Everyone said yes! People were very happy to show us
around and give helpful advice,” she said. “Breezes Muirhead Sales Manager, Kevin Williams was also very helpful. He helped us to choose our land,” she said. The couple built a four bedroom, two bathroom home with a double garage from About Homes, a short walk from three parks. “We’re so happy with our purchase at Breezes Muirhead that we bought another lot,” said Florida. Florida and Adesh are building a duplex on their second lot as an investment property. “Breezes Muirhead is a beautiful community. It feels very safe and it’s a friendly place to live. People smile at each other and say hello. That’s nice,” said Florida.
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Passive cooling is the least expensive means of cooling a home by painting and accessorising it in colours that compliment each other to psychologically induce the cooling effect. Here is my pick of colours to try: Fresh aqua blue mixed with bold orange against a white backdrop - These colour wheel opposites are a tried-and-true combination, team with some natural timber for a relaxed cosy feel. 1. Swing sofa by Stefan Heiliger (Black or white rattan poles) @ Cam Interiors $1,300.00
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Because Madeleine didn’t want a look like anyone else’s, she looked to Haymes. She chose Haymes Cherish as the perfect canvas for her vivid folk art collection and graphic styling aesthetic. The result is boldly feminine with a distinct Madeleine-edge. See more of Madeleine’s home on our website haymespaint.com.au To find a colour that celebrates your individuality come to the Palmerston Paints Customer event on Thursday April 23rd. RSVP by 14/4 to Palmerston Paints or Richard on 0447 089 800 For more details Ph 8932 7999 Palmerston Paint Supplies 15 Mander Road Holtze. DarwinLife Magazine
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Gardening fo r th e fi r st hom e buy e r . . . .
How exciting being a first home buyer. Your journey has just begun.
After the settling in period, then it’s time to look at the gardens. Have you purchased a property with an amazing garden? If so good for you, it’s just a matter of good garden maintenance and making sure it gets watered and fed regularly. An Amazing garden can add great value to your property. In some cases can be the reason for the purchase.. If you have purchased a home that needs a garden make over, how exciting. It can be a family project taking time to create it together or call in a garden landscape crew to do it for you. Firstly decide what fashion of garden you would like. Try to stick to the theme of your building if you can. Visit your local garden centre for ideas. Pick out the plants you like and the plants you dislike. Everyone has different tastes even when purchasing plants. Don’t forget to leave a small section in your garden or an area where you can pot up your herbs and edibles. Now is the time to get your edibles growing so you have a healthy harvest for the dry season. Coloured Tropical Gardens is one of my favourite themes. Pick a sunny spot in your garden and layer it with coloured foliage plants, close to your outdoor entertaining area so you can enjoy the ambience while relaxing. Or position it away from your outdoor 68
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area altogether and create another haven in your back yard. The top end has some of the most colourful, vibrant foliage in the country. Layer your plants as seen in this picture. Bromeliads, calatheas, ferns which are all low growing, complimented by heliconia, gingers and cordylines for height and privacy... Add a statue or waterfeature to enhance the area and give it your own personal touch... So until next time. Congratulations on your first home buy. Happy Gardening... For Everything Flora go to Allora..
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Driveway Refurbishments C onc r e t e O v e r lays Home selling experts predict that as many as 40 percent of potential buyers reject a home based on their first impression of the front of the home. You can create a great first impression and prevent expensive repairs by resurfacing your driveway with a concrete overlay. But there are a few things that you’ll need to do: Firstly, dirt, mold and algae settle on driveways due to their location, and that can create a really dismal first impression. Moreover there may be grease and engine oil stains on the surface that need neutralizing. It therefore becomes necessary to remove surface stains prior to any attempt to resurface. If you’re up to it, you can purchase the necessary detergents and broom scrubber for a DIY project. Alternatively organize a professional cleaner. If the surface cannot be effectively cleaned with detergents, then you will need to engage a contractor to employ a process known as ‘shot blasting’. Shot Blasting is a dust-free method of surface abrasion in which thousands of steel shot particles are propelled at the surface removing the top layer and contaminants. Shot Basting is a one-step surface preparation technique that can effectively remove paint, old coatings and dirt that are in or on concrete. This process will prepare new concrete for coating applications. Make sure you get quotes beforehand in order that you do not
experience any ‘blowout’ in your budget. Next, you need to arrange to have the driveway cracks repaired. This may be a job that you are able to do yourself with some concrete and a trowel. Alternatively, you can engage the resurfacing contractor to perform the task as they will know more about the required finish needed for any resurfacing application. Once the surface has been made ready, a ‘decorative concrete overlay’ with a color stain of your choice can be applied. You can get them in a variety of patterns. Although cement-based overlays have been around for decades, today’s systems have better products with high tech finishes to improve performance, wear resistance, and aesthetic qualities. Depending on the effect that you want to create, you can have a finish that is stamped and textured to look identical to brick with patterns of your choice, they look fantastic. There’s also the choice of a natural stone or ‘slate’ look – which again is stamped and textured to look just like the real thing. Alternatively, you can get a marbleized appearance. All these alternatives come with a choice of stains and pigmented shades that can vary through the application which gives the new surface a realistic and natural appeal. The overlay needs to be applied thick enough to accept texture and cover minor imperfections in
Whether selling a home in today’s tough real estate market or simply trying to beautify and protect the value of your home, the driveway should be very important to you. the concrete substrate. The process also restores structurally sound yet worn concrete surfaces and can be used to level uneven driveway surfaces if there are dips or indentations. Depending on the finish and effect you want – the price can vary. But as a general rule a good quality resurfacing project will cost you about 30 to 40% of the price of a newly layed concrete driveway – so it’s still a good cost effective option for anyone wanting to give their driveway a facelift. Resurfacing a driveway is not a job for an amateur. As mentioned there’s some opportunity for personal involvement with the preparation process., but the tools, stamps, stencils and skills needed for stamped finishes and colour application are advanced to say the least. It’s one thing to tell your guests and friends that you did it yourself – but if they look at it and think “well it looks like it” – you’ve obviously created the wrong effect.
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last well beyond anything else made from fiberglass. Despite hauling in the excavators most of the hard yakka is completely done by hand and perfected to ensure a must-have flawless finish. In fact much of this labour intensive yet highly efficient process from start to finish is fine-tuned by hand from the skimmer boxes, spa jets to the intricate tiling, use of pebble crete, sand stone seating and authentic, effective and cleverly planned landscaping of waterfalls that makes the most of Mother Nature. Concept Pools and Spas can and have created and accomplished many designs and their products range extends from rural
properties offering the luxury of space to more intimate and modern plunge pools suited to inner city living. Each construction is individually priced to achieve your dream and your budget and completed efficiently to get you out of the heat and in the water. Call Concept Pools and Spas and know what you’re swimming in. Make it safe, secure and solid.
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Long ago in a land far far away there were simple things like magazines. Magazines that you could “flick” through whilst reposing in the staff toilet or riding on a bus from Berrimah to… well let’s face it, anywhere else. Nowadays I swipe. I don’t turn pages. I slap at them on my iThingy. I brush across the screen and they magically change form, as though I possess some secret power reserved for people we used to burn at the stake. Those olden day things like the fact that the reader used to be able to take a page and rub it between your fingers or roll up the whole affair and swat some annoying co-worker before the invention of Fair Work Australia. Fair Dinkum. This xmas I bought my daughter an iPad. I bought my son and iPod. I bought my other daughter an iPhone and I bought the loverly wife an iRon. I am writing from the desk in the back shed now, which is also where I sleep these days. So I’m informed by the bosses that 400 words must be on the desk by DEADLINE. A word that strikes fear into the heart of every hard dodging journo pretending to be making something useful of that five years of Uni (or was it seven with deferrals?). DEAD….LINE….it’s got the word
‘Death’ in it, and its underlined, for goodness sakes! Awake now and not particularly sober. Perhaps a little Hank Moody stoned still, he emerges from the slime that is the Gold Coast weekend lifestyle and puts pen to paper. No, really, like in the Olden days. Scribbling. Do we even do that anymore? Why is your laptop case so free of inky graffiti? My Old school binders were never this shiny and new, unless I wanted a good flogging with them because they were, well, shiny and new and needed to be broken in. Like every new pair of shoes that received a good school ground stomping from only your closest of mates. I am not trying to promote workplace violence and in no way do I support a ban on laptops for fear of gaining a good liberal thrashing with them on a daily basis simply because they are too shiny, but we could save a lot of time in the courts if we just returned immediately to biros, Loose Leaf Binders and Darwin Life magazines in the office. All this technical mumbo jumbo about
the Cloud (gonna rain), Megabytes (Upsize at Maccas), Facebook (Work hours only), Tablet (Don’t get caught in Bali with that in your handbag), Excel Spreadsheet (Come on Laura, you know what I’m talking about). It’s too confusing for a Seventies baby who chooses to still act like a big baby in the year 2014. Nowadays I own a Hybrid car, laptop, notebook, smartphone, tablet, iPad, Wi-Fi modem, Sports Betting account, Google Account, Twitter account, Facebook account and I can’t drive any of them. Especially the car. None the less I am bombarded by Telstra and JBHI telling me I won’t be cool without these things, when really all I need to cut a swath through the smartphone absorbed crowd is my trusty rolled up magazine. Read me. Hold me. Fondle my pages (easy Tiger, this isn’t shades of Grey). Smack me over the head with that last copy for being so stupid and so rude. You know you want to. Love from Tradie
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Wetland Homes Wetland Homes are not just about building houses. This team of building and design specialists are doing away with elaborate and complicated plans, finally giving Territorians the option to build a home without the hefty price tag.
For directors Tony White and Shane Hustler, Wetland Homes represents more than a construction company – it is a professional service available to the every-day Territorian. Through recognising a market that many businesses have forgotten about, Tony and Shane have strived to develop an option for the people who are just starting out and cannot afford to build a house filled with the unnecessary. ‘We realised that building houses had become more and more unrealistic. There are people who just want their own home – not a bank-breaking mansion’ explains Tony. With over 50 years of collective construction experience, these guys have seen it all. Especially when it comes to building in the Territory’s unique tropical environment. Specialising in elevated homes, the team have brought together their experience to develop houses that not only come with a 15-year structural guarantee, but also are made for the NT climate. Whether it be a home with a long-term plan to extend as the family grows or a renovation of a much loved older home - ticking all the right boxes in quality workmanship and
affordability are what Wetland Homes are all about. Choosing to run their business as owner-operators, Tony and Shane are providing a service that understands communication is everything. Working with their clients from start to finish – big or small – this is a team who recognises what they are creating is a place for their clients to call home. ‘When you work with Wetland Homes, you are working with the business owner and operators. I am here helping you create your home that meets your budget and Shane is the site manager ensuring everything runs smoothly, says Tony. ‘We can work within all price ranges, giving people exactly what they want; on time and on budget.’ From custom design to starter pack options and fixed price contracts, these guys can even help with loan options. However above all, this is a team committed to setting realistic expectations backed by pride and integrity. ‘We know what it is like to own your own home in the Territory and we know how much paying for an overpriced house can affect you in the future’ Tony explains. ‘We have been there, we
have done that and we think it is time for someone to understand not everyone is making a million dollars here in the NT.’ ‘Put simply, you don’t need five toilets and a theatre room when you are just starting out. What you do need is a house that meets your budget, is structurally sound and gives you the option to add in all the extras as your budget allows.’ ‘Although, if you do need five toilets and a theatre room – we can help with that also’ laughs Tony. Servicing Darwin and rural areas, Wetland Homes are a team who will go above and beyond to deliver on service and guarantee. As their slogan says, ‘we are building the future, creating the past,’ meaning, they are building homes right the first time.
11/465 Stuart Hwy Coolalinga enquiries@wetlandhomes.com.au Office 89832987 Sales, Tony White 0417 566 263 DarwinLife Magazine
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RENTS TO RISE IF NEGATIVE GEARING DROPPED
O’Donoghues First National Real Estate says suggestions that negative gearing is a perk for the rich are misguided and, if eliminated in the next budget, the most vulnerable in our communities could soon see unaffordable rental prices. 'The great Australian dream is to own your own home and it is important we remember just about every Australian begins his or her journey to property ownership as a tenant in a rental property' said O’Donoghues First National Real Estate principal, Jeremy O’Donoghue. 'Australia has one of the fastest growing populations in the OECD so keeping rents affordable depends entirely on maintaining an adequate supply of rental properties. This can only be done if Australians continue invest in properties they are prepared to rent to others. The main thing that keeps that attractive is negative gearing'. Current taxation arrangements offer Australians the opportunity to invest in real estate as a way of saving for independence in retirement. However, with the average property investor owning just one rental
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property and having an income no higher than $80,000, suggestions that the rich are exploiting negative gearing are an exaggeration. 'If negative gearing were removed in an environment of the lowest interest rates since the 1950s, Australians would be unlikely to continue to invest in rental properties at current rates. They would seek better returns elsewhere and, with population growth near record highs, the supply of rental properties would fall short of demand, thereby forcing up rents' said Jeremy. 'This would place unacceptable pressure on the most vulnerable citizens in our community. It would also lengthen the amount of time it takes for first home buyers who are renting to save a deposit to buy their first home'. Currently, the rate at which rents are rising is slowing down. In fact, rents had an annual growth rate
averaging 1.8 per cent in 2014, which means they were rising more slowly than inflation in 2014. If negative gearing were dropped, that situation could change rapidly. 'Negative gearing plays a vital role in balancing supply against the demand for rental properties and this helps keep housing affordable for everybody' said Jeremy. Issued by: O’Donoghues First National Real Estate
For further information contact: Jeremy O’Donoghue, Principal, O’Donoghues First National Real Estate, on 8942 8942.
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