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SPECIAL FEATURES
14 TOWNSVILLE PROUD: LAUNCH FEATURE 36 L OCAL STORIES: OUR LOCAL GOOD SPORTS
REGULARS
8 DUO COVER GIRL 10 PUBLISHER’S WELCOME 12 HOROSCOPES 128 5 MINUTES WITH... 130 LAST WORD
55 HAIR+BEAUTY+FASHION 56 STYLE NEWS 57 D IRECTORY 60 MY STYLE 62 BEAUTY NEWS 63 MY BAG 66 DELUXE WOMAN 68 C OUNTRY ROAD ACTIVE 72 TRANSFORMATION
73 FAMILY MATTERS
74 EWEN JONES 75 NICOLE PIEROTTI 26 HEALTH+FITNESS 76 CATHOLIC DIOCESE 27 CORE NOURISHMENT 78 TOWNSVILLE HOSPITAL 28 SMILE DENTAL FOUNDATION & RUN 29 CLARITY HEARING SOLUTIONS TOWNSVILLE 30 N ORTH QUEENSLAND NEUROLOGY 80 MODERN MAN 31 S NAP FITNESS 81 MAN THERAPY 32 THE STANTON CENTRE 82 HÜTTE HUT 34 T EN SECRETS TO A SICKNESS FREE SEASON 52 WHAT’S ON YOUR PLATE 54 AN OBSERVATION BY NEAL SELLARS 6 DUO MAGAZINE APRIL 2015 duomagazine.com.au
84 HOME+OUTDOOR
86 B AUER CONSTRUCTIONS PROFILE 88 W ILD AT HEART 89 J OHN MCGRATH EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
90 BUSINESS+DEVELOPMENT 91 J OURNEY FINANCIAL GROUP 92 WARWICK POWELL 94 REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES 95 N ORTHERN TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES 96 PETER BAINES OAM
98 CULTURE
99 WHAT’S ON 10O WHAT’S ON AT TYTO HINCHINBROOK 102 TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL 103 ARTICULATE 104 WOW WORLD OF WEARABLEART 110 JACOB LONG
111 FOOD+DRINK
112 DIRECTORY 118 MATT MERRIN INTERVIEW 120 R ECIPES: INSPIRATIONS BY WILL MEYRICK
124 SEEN
124 INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY BREAKFAST 125 TOWNSVILLE PICNIC BAY SLSC SUMMER SURF GIRL GALA EVENT 126 S&P TOWNSVILLE CROCS MVP & GALA AWARDS NIGHT 127 DEPARTURE LOUNGE VIP FUNCTION AND PREMIERE
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COVERGIRL
THE TWELVE FACES OF DUO COVERGIRL WE’RE VERY GRATEFUL THAT FOR THE PAST NINE YEARS, DUO MAGAZINE HAS HELD A VERY POPULAR COMPETITION TO CHOOSE 12 LOCAL WOMEN TO GRACE ONE OF OUR ISSUE COVERS. NOW IT’S TIME TO MAKE WAY FOR OUR EXCITING NEW COVER DESIGNS THAT WILL HIGHLIGHT OUR UNIQUE TOWNSVILLE LIFESTYLE. WE'RE DELIGHTED TO INTRODUCE YOU TO OUR APRIL 2015 AND FINAL 12 FACES OF DUO COVERGIRL, ELLIE EDMONDS.
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COVERGIRL Ellie Edmonds Age: 24 Occupation: Banking Advisor at NAB Where were you born: Brisbane, Queensland Tell us something about yourself? These shots may be deceiving. I don’t play any sports because I’m very uncoordinated! What have you got going on at the moment? My partner and I are in the process of organising a year overseas next year. We’ve booked flights to spend New Year’s Eve in Paris, then we’ll go to the UK to work for about six or seven months. After that we’d like to go to Brazil for the Olympics. What would surprise people to know about you? I’ve travelled to 16 different countries, including twice to Europe, Japan and Fiji. Anything else you’d like to add? I want to thank everyone who took the time to vote for me. Also, Kristin, Clare, Matthew and Rhiannon who made the shoot so much fun. And, of course, DUO Magazine for the opportunity.
PHOTOGRAPHER Matthew Gianoulis Matthew Gianoulis Photography 0428 752 063 VIDEOGRAPHER Clare Powell 0439 866 463 HAIR Rhiannon Jeffery www.facebook.com/pages/Rhiannon-Jeffery-Hair-Professional/ 317939011603858?fref=ts MAKEUP Kristin Martin Kristin Martin Makeup Artist 0407 131 313
OUTFIT Avanti The Fashion House 4771 4799 Diane von Furstenberg Shancy Jumpsuit in Ballet Rose and New Black
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WELCOME
HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS It was a surprise to me when people started sending me ‘congratulations’ messages this month because I didn’t know what they were for. We hadn’t won Gold Lotto, had a child or won (another) award. It turned out that my Linkedin page showed that I‘ve been in business in Townsville for 31 years! Even more amazing is that 24 of those have been (enjoyed) working with my wife, Stacey. That’s a huge number of ads, logos, scripts, commercials, thrills and dramas. And it all started with one full page newspaper advertisement for 4TO. I was 27 and had just arrived back in Townsville. (I was actually born here so I’m as local as you can get). I’d been in agencies in Brisbane then worked with a band that came through here on a tour. Looking around, I realised Townsville in the 80’s offered me more opportunities than anywhere else especially as local business owners were becoming more professional and competitive. I turned out to be the right person in the right place at the right time (a line I’ve also used in ads over the years). And I owe it all to being in Townsville. I truly appreciate that Townsville is still the place with the most to offer if you want to be in business, raise a family or just enjoy a uniquely safe and healthy lifestyle. It’s one of the reasons why we started DUO Magazine. We want to always be the positive voice for our city and our community. I hope, when you read DUO, that there are stories about people that surprise you, inform you and most of all, move you to appreciate just how lucky we are to live in such a fantastic, diverse, beautiful and inspiring place. Which leads me into introducing our exciting new project. It’s something we’ve been working towards for some time. Our small team of four local ladies and I wanted to do something to raise awareness and create a campaign to highlight how great Townsville is. We had a BIG IDEA which we hope you will pick up and take further. We’ve called it TOWNSVILLE PROUD and you can read all about it on page 17. We hope you join the campaign and we can get Townsville moving! This month is also full of locals including 25 good sports in our special 16 page feature. You’ll love their stories. Some of the things I appreciate this month: RUN Townsville (31 May); the visionary Bill Condon, chocolate hot cross buns, Singapore Design Week, getting over a cold, being home. SCOTT MORRISON | PUBLISHER
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HOROSCOPE
April
21 MARCH – 20 APRIL
Welcome to a no-holds-barred kind of month, Aries. You learn to balance the divide between caution and risk. First off, the cosmos activates your sector of “self” – helping you to identify bad habits, and start over. Next, you become more adventurous – emotionally, sexually and financially – so even the slightest effort will eventually bring positive results.
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo
21 APRIL – 20 MAY
21 MAY – 21 JUNE
22 JUNE – 22 JULY
23 JULY – 22 AUGUST
Here’s a month to get selfish, Taurus. Why shouldn’t you let a few ‘me first’ thoughts run through your mind every now and then? Of course, striking out on your own may not come easily. But whether physically, or simply in spirit, some kind of change seems imminent. It’s time to follow your true path. You may just learn to love it.
Dust off recent confusion, and pull your self-esteem out of its tailspin. With inspiration and drive steering the way, Gemini – it’s time to regain control. Romance encourages warmth, although it’s a month for tenderness rather than torrid passion. The planets also inspire imaginative ways to improve your income.
When we look at other people, we see many of their qualities in seemingly random ways. Yet the qualities that we see in the people around us are directly related to the traits that exist in us. ‘Like attracts like’ is one of the spiritual laws of the universe. The question is, who are you drawn to this month?
Despite recent difficulties, important goals should soon be reached. If trying to lose weight, boredom could be your worst enemy – so avoid snack attacks by keeping on the go. Change bad eating habits too, and exercise. At work, you get a chance to follow your dreams – and perhaps even your heart.
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
23 AUGUST – 22 SEPTEMBER
23 SEPTEMBER – 22 OCTOBER
23 OCTOBER – 21 NOVEMBER
22 NOVEMBER - 21 DECEMBER
Despite the pressure, pace yourself and don’t overdo it at the expense of your health. You’re meant to be productive – not manic. Also beware of double standards. Equal rights must be extended to others. By month’s end, life feels more settled. Relax into this unhurried few weeks – guilt free.
Don’t underestimate your own importance Libra. You’ve recently come through tough trials by fire amazingly unscathed. People aren’t just being kind by lending support – you have something special to offer and they know it. The 22nd is a personal-power day, so accept all promising offers.
Fate, in it’s wisdom, is pointing you in a new direction – one that may feel less secure that you’d like, but which is nevertheless precisely what you need. Don’t fight the inevitable Scorpio. Go with the flow, and you’ll soon arrive at a destination that looks strangely familiar.
If you’ve taken to working on a hunch, Sagittarius your success rate now runs high. Cosmic trends lend their weight to your powers of intuition this month, enabling some instinctive decision making when it really matters. As a bonus, financial gains look set to boost spending power.
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
22 DECEMBER – 19 JANUARY
20 JANUARY – 18 FEBRUARY
19 FEBRUARY – 20 MARCH
This month calls for a changing of the guard, and you can’t afford to miss the ceremony. Excitement’s in the air and you should be the first to sense it. You feel creative, which is great. You feel talented, even better. When you believe in yourself, others do too.
Take whatever happens this month as a challenge, rather than a setback. All we experience in life – including situations that have been hard or hurtful – have a reason behind them and are lessons to be learned. The Universe never commits you to more than you can handle.
April seems keen to introduce someone of a similar persuasion. What’s more, you needn’t go far. Your soul mate may be very close by. In money matters, though, you’ve probably less purchasing power than usual. If debts are already toppling towards humiliation, settle for less spending.
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L AUNCH | TOWNSVILLE PROUD
We all know Townsville is a fantastic place to live, raise a family and run a business but lately we’ve come to take a lot of this for granted. It’s time we took a reality check. It’s time for all of us to stand up and help Townsville stand out. For the past nine years, DUO Magazine has been championing and promoting Townsville people, businesses, retailers, arts and culture, sports and charities and our great city. We reckon now is the time for all of us to show our neighbours and the rest of Australia that we’re proud to be from Townsville! This unique promotion aims to excite the local community and boost consumer confidence so we’ve created a marketing concept that we believe will really take off. It’s called TOWNSVILLE PROUD. We want you to join the movement and spread the passion. In the coming weeks we plan to expand the community involvement so if you’d like to join the TOWNSVILLE PROUD family call us on 4771 2933 or email duo@duomagazine.com.au
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LOOKING FORWARD EWEN JONES, FEDERAL MEMBER FOR HERBERT It was the day that really said to me “At last!” It was in August 2013 and Andrew
With our University, our Defence bases, our VET sector, our legal and professional
Robb, our Shadow Finance Minister, the man charged with developing the North
service sector and growing aviation sector giving us the base for much greater
of Australia, was delivering a key note speech in Townsville.
engagement with our region, the time is right to look toward a brilliant future
I have repeated his words of that day often. “Today, in the Tropical World, that is the area of the world between the Tropics of Capricorn and Cancer”, he
for our city. Our geographical position makes us a natural hub for the nations of the Pacific from PNG to Fiji.
said, “There are about 600 million people we would consider middle class. By
Our airport and Townsville Port will be central to this, but it will be our people
2035, that will grow to approximately 3.6 billion people and most of them will
and our knowledge based economy which will see traffic and people come to
be directly above Australia.” He went on to say that Townsville would have to
us, invest and trade.
play a senior role in the development of the North and that social, as well as commercial infrastructure must be delivered.
These markets are within our reach. I led a delegation of our regional mayors to Canberra recently, where Andrew Robb told them to look for the projects
Joe Hockey has a property on the Atherton Tableland. He says, rather than
which can bring the big investments to our region. When we succeed, further
trying to become the food bowl of Asia, we should be looking to become the
investment and diversification occurs. We must be cooperative and we must
delicatessen for Asia. We would deliver high quality, clean, perfect produce to
have a plan. With organisations such as the Chamber of Commerce, Townsville
customers who want the best and demand the quality and will pay the price.
Enterprise and our regional councils pushing together, we can achieve the
I believe that Townsville must become an ‘International city’. We are so much
outcomes which will drive our city through the 21st century.
more than simply the exit point for ore and concentrate. We are a great service
My goal is for a Townsville which is an international city of great regional
based economy and that is driven by our University, James Cook and its drive
importance, not just for export of fantastic goods and services, but an
to perfecting life in the Tropics.
educational, cultural and commercial hub which is outward looking, confident
China, of course, is a massive market for us. But we must also look at the markets in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam as their emerging and established middle class demand the services, protein and quality produce we can provide. These markets are real and right at our door step.
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and secure. We are a great city with a great future.
L AUNCH | TOWNSVILLE PROUD
THERE ARE PLENTY OF REASONS TO BE PROUD OF TOWNSVILLE CR JENNY HILL, MAYOR OF TOWNSVILLE I’m a proud Townsvillean and I’ll tell anyone who wants to listen that for lifestyle
That proud and parochial approach played a big part in rousing the community
and opportunity very few places match our great city.
support and successfully getting the NQ Cowboys, the Crocs and the Fire into
We’ve now reached a point where we enjoy many of the benefits of a big city, but
the national leagues.
have retained the values and regional identity that make Townsville a down to
Many of these projects would not have been possible without relentless
earth place for family life. It’s a question of maintaining a balance between prog-
campaigns lobbying State and Federal Governments it must be said. But it
ress and development to support jobs and economic prosperity, and protecting
was the determination and leadership within our local community which made
the environmental and lifestyle values that play such a big part in our lives.
them happen. All of these initiatives have helped transform Townsville and I
I think a lot of long term residents of Townsville would look back over what the city has achieved over the past 30 years and marvel at how far the city has come. Yep, we’ve all heard the old Brownsville tag. Fairly or unfairly, it was the usual cheap shot from our northern competitors. No names mentioned, but
think changed the way we think of ourselves. We all feel proud when we take visiting friends or family to the Strand, or Jezzine, and nothing gives local spirits a bigger boost than a famous Cowboys victory, when the Crocs win or in the Fire’s case they bring home the championship.
you can guess where it came from. But over the past three decades Townsville
But the important thing is that we don’t rest on our laurels. A secret to the city’s
not only became Greensville, notwithstanding our current dry spell, but really
success is ingenuity and drive. Townsville is a city of opportunity and we have
stood up as a progressive and modern regional capital.
a great plan with the Regional Jobs Package.
We can owe a lot of that success to successive mayors and councils who
We must continue to fight for our fair share of funding for the projects that
have always strived to provide our residents with the lifestyle and recreational
Townsville City Council, along with our economic development partners, Towns-
opportunities often taken for granted in our capital.
ville Enterprise, Townsville CBD Taskforce and the Chamber of Commerce, have
Those great achievements included the 100,000 trees for Townsville greening campaign, support for our community groups, wonderful public facilities like
planned to bring more jobs. These projects will enhance our economic prosperity and enrich the exciting lifestyle we enjoy.
the Strand, Jezzine, and beautiful breakwater areas, Riverway, the Ross River
There are plenty of reasons to be proud of Townsville and many reasons to be
parkways, and Murray sporting complex, and hundreds of parks and community
optimistic about the future.
facilities throughout the city.
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“The city is only as good as our community makes it. By contributing everyone gains.”
L AUNCH | TOWNSVILLE PROUD
NAMING TOWNSVILLE AS A THE MOST MAGICAL PLACE TO WORK AND LIVE, TONY IRELAND SAYS THE SUCCESS OF THE CITY AND HIS 30-YEAR-STRONG BUSINESS ARE INTERTWINED. When a young Tony Ireland moved to Townsville from Cairns to buy the Noel
“In terms of growth, we expect to complete two acquisitions by June 30, which
Gould Holden dealership in 1985 he had big plans. “I was keen to move away
will be exciting for those currently employed as well as for the employees in
from the family business to start my own and, just as I was looking to spread
the businesses we are acquiring.”
my wings, Townsville became available,” Tony says.
Several Tony Ireland Group employees have been with Tony since the day
The land and buildings the Tony Ireland Group now operate from is about 15
he bought the business and 25 have worked in the business for more than a
times what it was in 1985, with more than three times the staff.
decade. Describing them as the “soul of the business” Tony says their contribu-
“The growth of the business and Townsville’s growth as a city are intertwined,” Tony says. “The city is only as good as our community makes it. By contribut-
tion has been immense. “If you stick to what you’re good and love doing there really isn’t a desire to slow down,” the spritely 60-year-old says.
ing everyone gains. In turn businesses prosper because they’re in a healthy
Outside of work Tony and his wife Merrilee make the most of Townsville’s
economic condition and in a healthy community environment.”
proximity to Magnetic Island, The Palms, Hinchinbrook, the Reef and the Whit-
Over the years the Tony Ireland Group has been heavily involved in the promotion of Townsville in many ways including the V8 Supercars, Townsville Enterprise, The Crocodiles and Cowboys to say nothing of the myriad community
sundays, which they say make North Queensland a magical place to live: “Sure it can be a little tropical for a few months of the year but for the other eight or nine months where could you live that has this much to offer?
organisations they support, such as The Salvation Army and Ronald McDonald
As for their hopes for the future of Townsville, a new sports and convention
House.
precinct is high on the wish list. “We have the opportunity to turn the area
This year the Tony Ireland Group celebrates 30 years of being ‘Townsville Proud’ and is set to gear up yet another notch with some exciting developments on the horizon.
near the city into a hub that will complement The Strand and Jezzine perfectly,” Tony says. “Our next generations should be able to look at what we create now and be amazed at our vision. My father used to always ask me how my latest scheme or investment would benefit his grandchildren. When you approach
“Within the next five years there are 24 new-model Holdens scheduled for
each opportunity with that attitude you tend to stay focussed and look to the
release and Land Rover has an equally impressive list of all-new vehicles coming
future with a sense of excitement. “Townsville is about the best place to live
to market,” Tony says. “Our Isuzu truck business has just been awarded National
in the world to maintain that excitement. I’ll never die thinking that perhaps I
Isuzu Truck Dealer of the Year, so that’s an achievement we’re very proud of.
could’ve fitted more in.”
Tony Ireland Townsville 52 Duckworth Street Townsville 4726 7777 www.tonyireland.com.au
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“The city is probably going to double in size as far as residential housing goes.”
L AUNCH | TOWNSVILLE PROUD
PERFECT WEATHER, GENUINE PEOPLE AND A RELAXED LIFESTYLE. THE HUSBAND AND WIFE DUO BEHIND SHADEFX, KELLIE AND MARK TOWNSEND, AGREE THERE’S NO PLACE THEY’D RATHER BE THAN TOWNSVILLE. In 2000, when Mark Townsend had the opportunity to take on a window cover-
“Now we’re ready to expand our Woodcock Street premises and employ fabri-
ings franchise in Townsville, he jumped at the chance. “I needed to move
cators. It will mean quicker turnaround times for our customers.”
somewhere that was growing and Townsville appealed because of its boom potential and brilliant weather,” says Mark. “After being in Innisfail for 20 years, I’d had enough rain for a lifetime!”
Changing the look of our city project by project, Shadefx installations can be seen on many iconic buildings including Solarus Apartments on Palmer Street, the Mater Hospital and the Department of Transport’s Verdi building. They’re also
Working in the window-covering industry gave Mark an insight into how prod-
busy tendering for some major projects that call for Vertilux window coverings,
ucts can be fitted to almost any structure to create cool shade. It wasn’t long
an Australian made product that’s popular for commercial projects. Shadefx
before the award-winning Master Builder expanded into creative installation
was recently appointed as the NQ distributor for the environmentally friendly
ideas for outdoor as well as indoor shutters, blinds, screens and enclosures…
window coverings company.
and so Shadefx was born. The Shadefx team now has six members — Mark and his wife Kellie plus three full-time tradesmen and a labourer. “We also employ subcontractors and hire 100 per cent local to support Townsville,” Mark says.
Outside of work, Mark and Kellie make the most of the region they call the “best place on Earth” by heading out to the Great Barrier Reef. “We often fish at Slashers Reefs then go for a swim at Keeper Reef,” Kellie says. “Sometimes
Not only are the Shadefx team big supporters of the NQ Cowboys, but they also
we take our stand-up paddle boards, which is a lot of fun, especially around
do a lot of work for the team. “We’ve done Matty Scott’s house, JT’s house and
Orpheus Island where you can see the coral below.”
Michael Morgan’s unit,” says Kellie. Like so many Townsville residents keen to make the most of our weather, the Cowboys opted for aluminium louvre shutters, complete with flyscreening, to create an extra living space. “Our products are all about helping people make the most of our tropical lifestyle,” says Mark, who has just begun manufacturing his own fixed-louvre product. “We’ve always
As for their “proudest” Townsville moment, Mark starts to nominate his favourite Cowboys game before a nudge from Kellie prompts this response: “Getting married in Townsville in Queens Gardens, with Castle Hill as the backdrop, was by far our most memorable moment.”
made our shade sails here but fabricating our own louvres calls for an expan-
Confident that Townsville is due to boom after having ‘plateaued for a while’
sion of the team. I helped develop the product back in 2002, when we started
Mark says he expects ‘mega growth’ here over the next 10 years. “The city is
installing louvres on highrises in Brisbane, and I’ve always wanted to make
probably going to double in size as far as residential housing goes,” he says.
them here to knock out the freight costs. We’ve just been so busy just fitting...
“Being from the Gold Coast I’ve seen this all before — it’s going to happen.”
Shadefx Unit 10/510 Woolcock Street Garbutt 4779 9962 kellie@shadefx.net.au shadefx.net.au
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OUR TOWNSVILLE PROUD PARTNERS
Townsville City Council is committed to the revitalisation of the city through its major projects.
Townsville Enterprise is our peak Economic Development organisation, Regional Tourism Organisation and Convention Bureau.
At Tony Ireland Townsville, customer service is at the heart of what we do. We’ll go out of our way to exceed your expectations.
The Shadefx design team has over 15 years combined experience in the shutter, awning and window covering industry.
Bamford Medical provides the highest standard of medical care to its patients and the community.
Family-owned Townsville Earthmoving (TEM) is one of North Queensland’s largest and longest established earthmoving contractors.
Donohues is family-owned and the biggest City and Country Outfitters for men, women and children in North Queensland.
BM Webb Group is a leading Industrial Property Developer dedicated to providing innovative, quality industrial developments.
Townsville Catholic Education supports 30 Catholic schools in the Townsville Diocese as well as kindergartens and early learning centres.
WE BELIEVE THAT FROM LITTLE THINGS, BIG THINGS GROW
A third and fourth generation family business, C. Ede’s are your local manufacturers of quality canvas and vinyl goods.
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We gratefully recognise and congratulate these leading Townsville businesses and organisations on being some of the very first to join the Townsville Proud campaign. Look out for many more motivated and community spirited locals who have joined the campaign in our next month’s issue!
We’d love you to join the Townsville Proud Campaign! To find out how just call 4771 2933 or email duo@duomagazine.com.au
L AUNCH | TOWNSVILLE PROUD
DR IAN FRASER AND DR PACO MUNOZ, WHO HEAD UP BAMFORD MEDICAL AND ROSSLEA MEDICAL CENTRE, HAVE ADOPTED TOWNSVILLE AS THEIR HOME OF CHOICE. When Dr Ian Fraser heard they were looking for doctors in Australia, he decided
“Men’s Shed is a fantastic initiative we’re involved with too,” says Charmaine,
it was the right time for him, and his new wife Elizabeth, to leave England for
who explains that the Townsville Men’s Shed was set up as a place for men
an adventure. The plan was to come to Australia for a couple of years. Now, 42
to form friendships while engaging in manual activities such as woodwork.
years later, Townsville is well and truly ‘home’. Eight years ago Dr Paco Munoz joined the Bamford Medical practice. Prior to joining Bamford Medical he undertook training as a GP and worked with the Royal Flying Doctors Service before moving to Townsville. “Dr Munoz always wanted to build his own practice one day and was supported in this by Dr Fraser,” says Bamford Medical practice manager Charmaine Binnie. “So even though they are totally independently owned, the two practices (Bamford Medical and Rosslea Medical Centre) work together closely. This allows patients to make the most of allied health services including a podiatrist, dietitian and mental health consultant.
“We’ve been out to the Men’s Shed with our dietitian and exercise physiologist to perform checks and chat about healthy living.” Another community cause the practices support is Will Keep Moving, a charity that works towards improving the lives of those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). As for the future of the practices, there are some exciting developments in the pipeline. “We’re looking into injectable cosmetics and introducing a wellness clinic with a holistic approach,” Charmaine says. “These are goals that would be hard to achieve on our own but we have fantastic relationships with so many providers in the healthcare industry. From the exercise physiologist at Health
Having chosen Townsville as their adopted home, Dr Fraser and Dr Munoz
Studio and QML Pathology to our mental health consultant Neil McLeod and
are particularly passionate about giving back to the community that has
our registrar training through ACRRM and TMT.
embraced them. Their practices cater to the healthcare needs of both current and ex-servicemen and women, and they are big supporters of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
“Medicine is not always as simple as giving out a prescription. It’s about building relationships and working towards achieving the overall health goals of the patients.”
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27 CORE NOURISHMENT 28 SMILE DENTAL 29 CLARITY HEARING SOLUTIONS 30 NORTH QUEENSLAND NEUROLOGY 31 SNAP FITNESS 32 THE STANTON CENTRE 34 TEN SECRETS TO A SICKNESS FREE SEASON 36-51 COVER STORY OUR LOCAL GOOD SPORTS 52 WHAT’S ON YOUR PLATE?
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LEANNE SCOTT | CERTIFIED FITGENES PRACTITIONER | CORE NOURISHMENT
GET ACTIVE WITH YOUR HEALTH
Don’t let ‘little’ health concerns turn into big ones by ignoring their warning signs.
Does this conversation sound familiar? Me: Hi Mr/Mrs…any health concerns? You: Nope. Healthy as a horse! Me: Really? Well now let me rephrase that. How about any minor, irritating little health complaints you’ve been ignoring or just putting up with? You: Oh well sure. Doesn’t everybody? Let’s see…heartburn, diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, migraines, constipation, aches and pains…but that’s just part of growing old, right? Now if you’re thinking ‘Hey she’s talking about me’ relax. I have this conversation with clients at least 10 times a day, maybe more. So, yes, we probably have had this conversation and I’ve probably had it with close to half of this town. So why is this important? Why should this matter to you? Well if we’ve had this conversation before than you already know my answer…because it’s the little things that accumulate into big things.
I love the investigative journey I take with my clients, peeling back their layers and helping them make the connections to better health.
The big things are what make us lose control over our health and send us down the path of never-ending medications, revolving doctor’s appointments and long surgical wait lists. But it’s the little things that are truly our window of opportunity, our warning signs to
turn things around. If you’re a client of mine you know only too well the ‘homework’ I give you before we even meet – a full personal and family health history, diet journal and 300-question symptom analysis. From there, when we first meet, we dig even deeper… right back to the day you were born. Believe it or not, this is entirely every client’s key to success because the secret to attaining wellness is hidden within the depths of that story. It is, in fact, the very foundation to functional nutritional therapy. So please don’t think your health care professional isn’t interested or doesn’t have time because it is your story that provides them with every clue they need to unravel the mystery within you. Just because one symptom lies at completely the opposite end of your body from another symptom does not mean they are not related. Every system in the body works in symphony with every other system – they are all inter-related.
I love the investigative journey I take with my clients, peeling back their layers and helping them make the connections to better health. But please know this journey is entirely dependent on each and every one of you becoming an active, thinking, questioning, researching, participant in your own health. Begin that journey now before you’re sitting in your doctor’s office scrambling to remember the little details. The secret to wellness is completely within your control right now. So, come on, let’s get active!
Would you believe something as innocuous as chronic heartburn can effect everything from arthritis to gradual loss of memory and dementia? Or that the rampant epidemic of plantar fasciitis in this town could have everything to do with hormonal dysfunction and chronic low-lying inflammation? If
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LAURELYN HIGGINS | HYGIENIST | SMILE DENTAL
TOOTHY TIPS FOR TEENS & TWENTY-SOMETHINGS A beautiful, healthy smile can give you the edge in social & work situations so Smile Dental’s Hygienist Laurelyn Higgins talks about ways to protect your teeth.
Smile protection during ortho It’s a little tricky to clean around all the orthodontic wires and brackets but well worth it. You need to keep braces clean or risk white scars left on the teeth when the braces come off. So don’t be a speedster – brush after every meal, one tooth at a time. Use pointy brushes in tiny spots and orthodontic floss between every tooth. Combine brushing with a high-strength fluoride toothpaste or rinse, especially before bed. And limit sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes. Oral piercings: consider the risk Lip and tongue piercings are popular fashion statements but there are some things that might change your smile forever. Oral piercings can result in: • Infection, swelling and pain upon insertion • Diseases such as hepatitis from unclean equipment • Uncontrolled bleeding • Allergic response • Gum recession • Cracked or chipped teeth while eating and talking • Choking on loose piercings such as studs, hoops and barbells
You need to keep braces clean or risk white scars on your teeth when the braces come off.
Soft drinks: tough on teeth and bones Are teens who prefer sugary soft drink to milk more at risk for osteoporosis? It’s a well-known fact that soft drinks are a huge risk for tooth decay. Researchers are saying that excessive consumption of soft drink is a risk factor for early osteoporosis. When the body becomes overly acidic, calcium is 28 DUO MAGAZINE APRIL 2015 duomagazine.com.au
‘stolen’ from the bones to restore the pH balance. And teens also fail to get enough bone-building nutrients by giving milk the thumbs-down. So have a think about what you drink for stronger teeth and bones. Hate the colour of your teeth? Let’s look at some of the common reasons your pearly whites aren’t white. Black and brown stains on the teeth are usually due to smoking, coffee or tea. Green and orange colours come from a heavy build-up of plaque and fungi on the teeth. Greyish blue colours occur in the teeth if tetracycline, an antibiotic, is taken when the teeth are forming. Solutions range from professional cleanings to lightening, whitening and veneers. Why not have a dental check-up and smile assessment to see what your options are.
Do you have whitish lumps on your tonsils? Like kidney stones, they’re called tonsil stones or tonsilloliths and are quite common. Tonsilloliths are smelly clusters of bacteria, mucus and food debris which harden in the tonsil crevices. They are seldom harmful however they can cause severe bad breath and a sore throat. Often no treatment is required but it can range from curettage to just rinsing with warm salt water. If you’ve got a persistent bad breath problem, see your dental professionals for the solution. HPV and oral cancer Did you know that there is a risk of oral cancer in young people who don’t smoke or drink? The Human Papilloma Virus or HPV, known to cause genital warts and cervical cancer, is now linked to cancer of the mouth and throat. Research suggests that the virus can be transferred from the genital area to the mouth during sexual activity. The HPV vaccine can be the key to prevention so speak to your doctor if you think you may be at risk. For more tips and tricks visit smiledental.com.au or facebook.com/smiletownsville
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GRANT COLLINS | AUDIOLOGIST | CLARITY HEARING SOLUTIONS
TV ROOM ACOUSTICS
Tired of struggling to hear the TV? Making some simple changes could solve the problem.
When designing your new home, or renovating your old one, give some thought to the acoustics of your entertainment room where you’ll be watching television. The acoustics of a room are a very important factor of being able to hear the TV clearly whether you have normal hearing, a hearing loss, or wear hearing devices. When you have high ceilings, tiles, concrete or polished wooden floors this creates a very echoic environment. The more echo there is in a room, the more degraded an acoustic signal becomes between the sound source (the television) and the ear. The extent that the sound signal can be degraded by an echoic room is such that you can have completely normal hearing and still have trouble understanding the speech on a TV. Further exasperating this is the default frequency attenuation of new LCD or plasma flat-screen televisions and the additional surround sound systems through which we run the TV audio. Whether you have a surround sound system or not, the default sound settings on new televisions are designed to provide a surround sound experience similar to a movie cinema. To do this the frequency attenuation,
There are several things that can be done to help with television clarity.
or graphic equaliser as it’s commonly known, of the sound is set up to emphasise the bass frequencies. These are the pitches where all the music and the exciting background noises such as explosions, car engines, trains et cetera are. Most speech sounds sit in the mid and high frequency areas, which are not overly attenuated by the surround sound systems. There are several problems with this in relation to both the acoustics of the room and the general sound quality of the speech sounds. The frequencies that are most susceptible to echoing are the mid and high frequencies. High-pitched sounds rebound off objects, whereas low frequency sounds pass through objects. This means that, when watching the television, the music and the background noises sound great because the low-frequency signal reaching the ear is quite pure, but the mid and high-pitched speech sounds are degraded because they have bounced off the floor, ceiling, walls and any other hard objects between the TV and the ear. On top of this, the general mix of the surround sound is making the bass sounds louder than the speech. All this added together makes it quite difficult to hear speech even with normal hearing. Add a hearing loss on top
of this and it may be almost impossible to watch a movie. There are several things that can be done to help with television clarity. Firstly, changing the acoustics of the room will make a big difference. Having carpeted floors, soft furnishings or even hanging a rug on the wall will soak up sound and stop the high frequencies from rebounding and degrading the signal. If you do have hard floors, lay a rug between the television set and the viewing chair to stop the echo off the floor. Secondly, change the sound settings on the TV or surround sound system. By reducing the bass and increasing the treble you’ll decrease the background noise and music and increase the volume of speech.
Industrial Deafness? There is hope. Being exposed to dangerous levels of noise our working and social lives can catch up and result in a permanent hearing loss, or “industrial deafness”. A new device called a Micro Open-fit hearing aid is now available that solves all the old problems associated with
treating industrial deafness. These new devices leave the ear open allowing you to use your good hearing in the low pitched areas, with the hearing aid only providing assistance to speech sounds in high pitched areas. This means a natural sound, no excessive background noise,
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DR CRAIG COSTELLO | NEUROLOGIST | NORTH QUEENSLAND NEUROLOGY
SWEAT FREE IN THE NORTH QUEENSLAND HEAT
Do you suffer from excessive sweating? You may be surprised to find there are now injectable treatments available. We all sweat for the purposes of thermoregulation (temperature control). Too much of a good thing can be problematic. Excessive sweating, in amounts greater than physiologically needed for thermoregulation is called hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a common condition affecting between 1 and 3% of the population. It is typically a primary condition (idiopathic) without underlying cause although these should be excluded. Idiopathic hyperhidrosis is localised to certain areas of ones body and can affect ones axillae (underarms), palms, soles or a combination of these areas. Commonly present from adolescence or childhood, and persisting throughout life hyperhidrosis becomes an issue with serious social, emotional and professional consequences. Depression and mood affects are known to occur. Sufferers can develop fears or anxiety to simple social customs such as shaking hands.
Excess sweating, an issue with serious social, emotional and professional consequences can now be treated with injectable therapy.
Focal visible excessive sweating of a minimum of six months duration without apparent cause is the main identifying complaint of primary hyperhidrosis. In addition the sweating usually affects both sides evenly, worsens during stress, ceases during sleep, and impairs daily activities. Hyperhidrosis can be misdiagnosed as a
psychological disorder due to it worsening with emotional stimuli. Although no specific gene has been identified, a family history of hyperhidrosis is often present. Treatments have included topical (aluminium chloride sprays), pharmacological (tablets), electrical water currents (iontophoresis) and surgery. Now injectable treatments including antiwrinkle injections to the affected areas can provide significant reduction in and even freedom from sweating for 5-7 months. Whilst topical treatments are preferred initial therapy they are typically only successful in people with very mild symptoms. Higher concentration prescription antiperspirants are available but their use is often limited by skin irritation. Systemic pharmacological agents can also be successful but potential side effects limit their use. Surgery was previously a more commonly used option, but can result in high rates of compensatory excessive sweating on other areas of the body including the torso. For those who fail to control their symptoms, or who can’t tolerate the side effects of topical or systemic agents, injectable anti wrinkle therapies are now available and have been shown to have greater than 90% response
rates sustained for 16 weeks or longer in people with axillary hyperhidrosis (1). High response rates are also shown in palmar hyperhidrosis. These injectable treatments prevent release of the neurotransmitter (chemical messenger) that causes sweating. Benefits of the injection are usually seen within 3-4 days of treatment. The treatments can be provided with minimal discomfort including local anaesthetic where appropriate. These injectable treatments provide a safe, available and most importantly effective therapeutic option for people with hyperhidrosis, restoring their confidence in previously embarrassing social and professional interactions. Medicare rebates are accessible for injection therapy of underarm hyperhidrosis when performed by a certified specialist.
References: 1) Naumann etal Archives of Dermatology 2003 June:139(6) pages 731-736
At North Queensland Neurology, patients can benefit from professional, friendly, expert care, and the latest in neurological treatments for all neurological conditions. As an accredited Australian trained, specialist neurologist, Dr Craig Costello is able to administer Injectable Therapy in the treatment of many neurological conditions, helping to reduce headaches, pain and tremors, excessive sweating and abnormal neck position or movement. A referral is required for any consultations. Clinics in Townsville and Cairns. Open 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
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TEN SECRETS TO A SICKNESS FREE SEASON
EACH YEAR AUSTRALIANS BOOK MORE THAN 80,000 DOCTORS APPOINTMENTS FOR COLD AND FLU RELATED ILLNESSES ALONE1.
According to Sheila Zhou, expert Scientist at USANA, leading producer of high quality supplements, “Summer is officially over, and with the cooler months often associated with sneezing, coughing, and fevers, it’s no surprise many of us aren’t happy about it. Staying healthy during this time however, doesn’t have to be difficult. By implementing a cold and flu prevention regimen during August, before Winter starts, will boost your immune system significantly.”
7. Stay sober A sneaky drink might keep you warm on a winter’s night but staying away from alcohol will help to keep you healthy. Alcohol dehydrates your body and creates a perfect, dry home for germs – so be sure to keep it in moderation! 8. Get steamy
Ms. Zhou shares her expert tips on how to winter-proof your immune system this season: 1. Soak up the sunshine A significant number of Australians are deficient in vitamin D. Did you know that just 20 minutes of sunlight each day significantly boosts the production of vitamin D in your body? Vitamin D not only helps protect your body in maintaining healthy immune function, but it also assists in general wellbeing. Unfortunately, with the days getting shorter and the daylight hours diminishing, winter can be a difficult time to get the necessary sunshine, so supplements such as USANA’s Vitamin D can be beneficial. 2. Drink like a fish Like any other time of year, staying hydrated during winter is extremely important. Even though you may not feel as thirsty or sweat as much during the cooler months, drinking plenty of water is still essential to help eliminate waste and prime your body against infections from pathogens. 3. Get Moving Never underestimate the importance of regular activity. Exercising is of course a great way to get into shape, but it also increases the number of natural killer cells in our bodies that fight off infection. So even if you only have time to walk around the block, making the effort goes a long way in keeping you healthy and infection free as the weather cools down.
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4. Get creative in the kitchen Eating brightly coloured fruit and vegetables is also a great way to keep infections at bay. They are rich in vitamin C and E and antioxidants. Their ability to increase the functionality of your immune system means that adding these fresh fruits and vibrant veggies to your daily diet helps your body safe guard itself from nasty viruses, while tasting delicious too! 5. Stress Less You’re probably aware that stress isn’t good for you, but very few people are aware of how much it actually impacts your health. Stress takes an enormous toll on the immune system and makes you more vulnerable to everything from a common cold to major diseases. So if you don’t already, make sure you get enough sleep and take time out to do the things you enjoy.
Studies have shown that those who inhaled steam in a sauna or spa twice a week got 50% fewer colds than those who didn’t. So get yourself to a sauna and start taking deep breaths, flu-causing germs can’t survive in the heat and toxins will exit through your pores. A good excuse to pamper? We think so. 9. Ditch the antibiotics We are all guilty of wanting a quick fix for a cold – with work, kids and a social life, who can blame you? But it’s time to throw away those antibiotics because they’re not going to help you! A flu is caused by a virus, not a bacterial infection, so meds will only hinder the immune system and your wallet. 10. Don’t touch your face This comes back down to your hands; cold and flu viruses cling to your bare hands and easily enter the body through your nose, eyes or mouth. So be sure not to touch your face, especially if you haven’t washed your hands!
6. Keep it clean Prevent germs and flu-causing bacteria from even entering your system by keeping tabs on your hygiene. Our hands go through a lot in one day, from changing nappies, shaking hands, catching sneezes, to riding on public transport. With winter only around the corner more contaminates will be around so be sure to wash your hands regularly!
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FITNESS AND FUN GO HAND IN HAND FOR THESE LOCAL SPORTS LOVERS. FROM CRICKET TO CARTWHEELS, ROCK CLIMBING TO RODEO AND FOOTY TO FENCING, THERE ARE SO MANY WAYS TO GET ACTIVE.
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How did you get started in your sport? Mum and Dad were looking for something we could all do as a family. We found a small, friendly club at the Upper Ross PCYC and wanted to go and watch, but they told us to start right away and “Just give it a try!”. What’s been your greatest success so far? We’ve won silver medals in the Cairns Kendo Cup and North Queensland Games and we’ve passed grading examinations but probably the greatest achievement was when we travelled to Kyoto and trained in a Japanese club. It was tough and a bit like being in a samurai movie. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Travelling to compete – when we travel for kendo, we do other tourist things as well. When we’re old enough, we’ll go for our first dan grading. One day we also want to beat Dad in a match, preferably at the nationals, and beat Hotaka (a friend from Cairns who is the fastest in our age group).
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How did you get started in your sport? At two years of age when my parents bought me my first pony for Christmas and I’ve never looked back. Over the years I just rode at home with Dad and the family and began competing at the local horse sport events and club nights at Bartlett Park when I was around 10. At 13 I competed in my first rodeo, at the local Black River Rodeo on my white pony called 2E, and I was hooked. Before long my family and I were travelling to compete in the North Queensland ABCRA Rodeo Circuit. What’s been your greatest success so far? When I won the NQ Rookie Ladies Barrel Racing title, Runner up 14-18 Junior Barrel Racing Champion as well as travelling down to Tamworth to compete in the National Australian Finals. I brought home the National Rookie Barrel Racing title as well as the National Rookie Allround Cowgirl Title on my horse Slider, who I trained myself. Slider was my one in a million horse that set the standard high for all the other horses I compete on. What are you looking forward to? Rodeo is a great sport and to me everyone is like one big family, always helping and looking out for each other. This year I am excited to compete on my Barrel racing horse Dodge as we have finally found our groove and hopefully take home some wins. This year I’m hoping to be a great contender for the open titles (Barrel Race, Steer Undecorating and Breakaway Roping). My Partner is beginning to participate in the rodeo scene as well so I’m really looking forward to a lot of travelling and competing in the sport that I LOVE and hopefully Robert takes to it like I did. www.bartlettpark.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started playing basketball when I was eight years old at the Townsville Basketball Stadium (Murray Sports Complex). I’ve played basketball for nine years this year and it’s something I really enjoy. What’s been your greatest success so far? I’ve represented Townsville, North Queensland and Town High Tropics at national and state levels. I’ve also had the pleasure of being involved with the Fire Academy Program (Townsville Fire Basketball) this year. My greatest success so far, though, is making the U18 Queensland team (North) that will go to the 2015 Australian Under 18 Junior Championships in Ballarat soon. I’m proud of my achievement in being named as one of the many players in my age group to represent Queensland. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I hope to one day play for the WNBL or go to college over in America. I just have to take each day as it comes, try hard and push myself because anyone can succeed with practise. www.foxsportspulse.com/assoc_page.cgi?c=1-4762-0-0-0
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How did you get started in your sport? I started out climbing indoors at PCYC Rasmussen about four years ago. After a while climbing indoors I found someone to teach me the ropes and started climbing outdoors. I’d heard of the JCU Climbing Club and assumed it was only for uni students but you don’t have to be a student to join and people of all ages and experience levels are welcome. The guy who taught me moved away from Townsville for work and left me without a climbing partner so naturally I found my way into the club and this year I’ve become the vice president. What’s been your greatest success so far? The most difficult climb I’ve done was graded as a 23. I’ve made progress on climbs much harder than that but I haven’t been able to get them clean. Climbing is a unique experience for each person. What one person finds easy another might find quite challenging. I’ve also been part of the team in setting new routes so when we finally develop the area enough my name will be in a guide book somewhere. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I really want to travel the world rock climbing. Every country has some great mountains with beautiful views. There are so many places yet to be discovered. Competition-wise climbing comps are held indoors to have a controlled environment and give everyone a fair chance. The climbs created are unique for that event so no-one gets to practice on them beforehand. Climbing indoors doesn’t hold the same appeal for me so I don’t really see myself doing comps. I don’t feel that you need to compete to take this sport a long way. www.facebook.com/groups/jcu.rockclimbing
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How did you get started in your sport? I started at the Velodrome in 2012 because one of my Dad’s work mates suggested it as a safe cycling environment. What’s been your greatest success so far? Making it into the Queensland state team for the National Junior Track Cycling Championships that were held in Melbourne in late February. I won a national silver medal in the team sprint with my team mate Lara Tucker. I finished in the top eight in every event I was entered into in my first year as an under 17. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Getting stronger and faster on the track with the help of my coach Danny Ormond, who puts in so much time with not only myself but with all of the kids at Townsville Velodrome. I’m sure I’ll be able to achieve this with the extra support I receive from my sponsor, Top Brand Cycles, and my parents (Briony and James) who give me the opportunities to race in other states and towns to get more race experience. My end goal would be to represent Australia in track cycling at an international level. www.townsville.cycling.org.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started playing basketball in Mackay at the age of five. Mum and Dad both played basketball. What’s been your greatest success so far? Playing for Australia at the world uni games in Russia. During the competition, we were fortunate enough to be able to make the gold medal game against Russia and play in front of 15,000 people. Unfortunately we lost the game by seven points. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m hoping to one day make the Olympic team and represent my country again. www.crocodiles.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I’d just moved to Townsville and had missed the registrations for all the other sports when my friend ask me to come and fill in for his indoor cricket team – I haven’t stopped playing since. I’ve also recently started playing outdoor cricket after my coach from indoor asked me to join his team. What’s been your greatest success so far? Making the Under 18 Queensland Outdoor Cricket team as well as winning three world cups playing indoor cricket in 2011, 2012 and 2014. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Continuing my outdoor career and hopefully one day making the Queensland Fire team, which may involve me moving to Brisbane. I’m also glad to see the increase in the numbers of girls playing cricket as I’m looking forward to seeing the standard of women’s cricket improve. www.brotherscricketclub.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? With the Arcadian SLSC when I was five as a fluro. Before this I’d always go with my two older brothers, Mitch and Nic, to nippers and training every week at Alma Bay. My mum is the coach so I’d tag along. What’s been your greatest success so far? The Queensland State Titles is the biggest event for all competitive surf lifesaving members in the state. This is where the best competitors from U/11 and up come together. Last year was the first time I could compete as an U/11 and I had a very successful year winning the Iron Woman, Surf Teams, 1km Beach Run and placing third in the Beach Sprint. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Short-term is to bring home some medals again at the 2015 Queensland State Championships. My long-term goal is to compete in the Iron Woman series when I’m old enough. www.arcadiansurfclub.com.au
How did you get started in your sport? Playing Oztag in Wattle Grove (Sydney) in 1994. The sport had only just started in Cronulla that same year and, after hearing about it, my wife and I organised a mixed and men’s team with family and friends. I instantly loved the sport. What’s been your greatest success so far? Representing Australia and playing at the highest level. I love everything about the game, from coaching and refereeing to being the venue coordinator here in Townsville. Coaching and getting improvement from players and seeing their enjoyment in the sport is a great reward. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Being involved in the continued growth of Oztag. We’ve grown substantially over the last five years, particularly our junior base. As a player, my goal is to continue to be competitive. I love to play week in, week out. www.townsvillecentraloztag.com DUO MAGAZINE APRIL 2015 duomagazine.com.au 43
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How did you get started in your sport? I had always been interested in the idea of karate and one day representatives came door-knocking and I took the opportunity. It wasn’t until I came to Kumiai Ryu that I found exactly how martial arts can change a person for the better and become a way of life. What’s been your greatest success so far? Achieving my first-degree black belt was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done and one of the most rewarding. This, however, is just the start of the martial arts journey. I’ve since achieved my third degree. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m working towards establishing a full-time centre that allows me to share the benefits of my sport with others. I’m on track to achieve this goal mid2015. www.krmas.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started skiing at the age of four in the Ross River on double skis and knee boards. By five or six, I was single skiing and developed a passion for tournament slalom skiing. What’s been your greatest success so far? Representing Queensland in slalom in the Under 14 age group at two national tournament championships. I now compete in the Under 17’s. I’ve qualified to represent each year since 2007. Recently I was awarded the NQ Champion Skier award, which goes to the most improved skier of the year across our eight regional tournaments. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Continuing to improve in slalom and the other disciplines of trick and jump skiing. I hope to one day represent Australia and ski in international events against the best skiers in the world. www.townsvillewaterskiclub.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started in 2010 when the club began. I’ve stuck with fencing ever since and enjoy every minute of it. What’s been your greatest success so far? Representing Australia at the Under 23 Asia Championships in Manila last year as well as many junior competitions. I’ve represented James Cook University for fencing at the Australian Uni Games in 2013 and 2014 as well the Open Australian Championships in Canberra in 2012, 2013 and 2014. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’ve been selected to represent Australia in the Challenge Monal, a world cup event in Paris, a satellite event in Croatia and the Hampshire Open Men’s Epee in England, which are all happening in May. I’m also competing in the many Australian competitions that will occur throughout the year. www.nqfa.com.au/NQFA
How did you get started in your sport? I’m from a cattle property southwest of Winton. Growing up, my grandfather encouraged me to play sport. Dad was a really good rugby league player and coached my sister, brother and me. I played for the Winton Devils. In Grade 7 I went to boarding school at Blackheath and Thornbrough College in Charters Towers. My brother had been there already and joined the local rugby union team The Bulls. I followed in his footsteps and fell in love with the game. Since graduating in 2014 I’ve worked as a development officer with Townsville and Districts Rugby Union Inc. What’s been your greatest success so far? Winning a grand final in 2014 and being picked in the Queensland Country team. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Being selected in rep teams that tour overseas and a lifetime of involvement as a player and/or coach. www.tdru.com.au DUO MAGAZINE APRIL 2015 duomagazine.com.au 45
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How did you get started in your sport? I started two years ago with almost no idea of the game and without any skating experience whatsoever. That’s how I inherited my name BAM-Bee, a play on Bambi. I think the ‘walking on ice’ scene gave a pretty clear picture of how I skated. What’s been your greatest success so far? I’ve travelled away with my
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team but my greatest personal success is accomplishing skills on the track after years of practise. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Becoming a better skater, developing our league and increasing interest in the raddest sport around. www.townsvillainsrollerderby.wordpress.com
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How did you get started in your sport? I started ballet at TAPA when I was three years old. With the support of my family and teachers, I was able to continue my passion for dancing across all genres. I always aspire to improve and I follow my favourite quote, “Work until your idols become your rivals”. What’s been your greatest success so far? Being accepted into the Australian Ballet School Interstate Training Program in 2014. I was also fortunate to travel to Montenegro in Europe with a TAPA dance troupe where we won the Dance Festival. What are you looking forward to with your sport? The many opportunities that TAPA has in place including tours and workshops. In the past, I’ve had success at various dance competitions, so I hope to continue striving for these achievements. I look forward to exploring full-time dance options if I choose to go down that pathway. www.tapa.net.au
How did you get started in your sport? I started paddling in late 2013 with a lesson from Flo at In the Loop. I love paddling, especially in Townsville where the conditions are ideal to paddle all year round. What’s been your greatest success so far? Being able to share it with my daughter. She was only 22 months old when I started taking her out on the board with me. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m really excited with what the SUP club has lined up. I’m trying my hand at yoga on the board and there’s workshops to develop skills, racing events and long group paddle sessions. Paddling is versatile. It can be an intense workout or a relaxing escape to help get you out of your everyday mindset. Paddling gets you out and enjoying life. For me it’s about being a role model for my daughter to embrace a healthy and active lifestyle. www.suptownsville.com.au DUO MAGAZINE APRIL 2015 duomagazine.com.au 47
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How did you get started in your sport? One week in my last year of school the maths teacher arrived with packs of cards, wrote a bidding system all over the blackboard, taught bridge all week and started many of us on a lifelong addiction. What’s been your greatest success so far? Two years ago my husband, Hugh, and I came second in the Queensland Open Pairs. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Bridge provides the ongoing intellectual challenge of a game that one can never master. It’s a cheap form of entertainment, played in air-conditioning, that provides social interaction, is played all around the world and is easy to participate in other clubs or at tournaments while travelling. www.townsvillebridgeclub.asn.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I grew up in the small town of Cobden in south-west Victoria. The football club was the town, and the majority of my family and relatives were part of the Cobden Football Netball Club. What’s been your greatest success so far? Winning back-to-back premierships in 2013-2014 with the Thuringowa Bulldogs. In 2009 I represented Victoria Country in the National Championships, and in 2012 I represented Queensland Country in the same carnival. I’m proud of both of those achievements. What are you looking forward to? Hopefully a third premiership with the Bulldogs in 2015. Away from playing, I’m working with the Gold Coast Suns Academy as their Development Coach for the Townsville region. I’m really hoping that, over the next few years, I’m able to help get a few local boys into the AFL system. www.thuringowabulldogs.websyte.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started playing football when I was five years old with Annandale Falcons FC. My uncle, who was a keen soccer player when he was younger, had me kicking a ball literally as soon as I could walk and he’s helped guide me throughout my years of football. What’s been your greatest success so far? Last year I represented Queensland in the National Schoolboys Competition. During the season, because of injuries within the team, coach Ian Ferguson called me up to his NPL team and I played the rest of the season. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m in the 2015 NPL squad but I’ve been sidelined with a pre-season injury. I’m playing in the U18 Northern Fury team, gaining some game time and improving my fitness. I’m looking forward to working hard to secure my place in the NPL team and play the sport I love. www.northernfury.com.au
How did you get started in your sport? I started training in a commercial gym with other lifters who had a similar interest in powerlifting. An Australian junior record holder helped mentor me. What’s been your greatest success so far? Placing first in local amateur competitions and, with less than two years of experience, accomplishing a level of lifting that takes most many more years to accomplish. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Joining a registered powerlifting organisation (Powerlifting Australia) and competing with experienced lifters who share the same drive and commitment for the sport. In two years I’d like to achieve elite level status and represent my country in either Commonwealth or Oceania competitions. www.facebook.com/ironcladpowerlifting
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How did you get started in your sport? I started tennis at 12 years old in Grade 7 in Mackay. I had a break from tennis at 31, when I started our business, then got back into it at 47. For the last four years I’ve been loving it even more. What’s been your greatest success so far? I was ranked seventh in Queensland in my age group when I was 17 years old but my wife, Kaye, says my greatest success was meeting her at the Home Hill Open 25 years ago. More recently the fact I’m back playing competitive tennis in the singles events in the open tournaments around North Queensland is an achievement. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m enjoying playing three or four times a week and training with the McGrath Tennis Townsville Thunder. I’m 51 years old now so hopefully, if I keep playing long enough, I might again be No 7 in my age group one day. www.tennistownsville.org
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How did you get started in your sport? I first started playing rugby league in my home town of Blackwater in Central Queensland. I played junior footy for the Blackwater Crushers. What’s been your greatest success so far? Definitely playing in the NRL. It’s the dream of any kid who plays rugby league to play in the NRL and I was lucky enough to experience that with the West Tigers, Parramatta Eels and Penrith Panthers. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Being a part of the inaugural Townsville & Districts Mendi Blackhawks and achieving something special as a team. I’m keen to help get the new club off to the best start possible and keep us moving in the right direction. www.blackhawkstsv.com.au
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How did you get started in your sport? I started with Gymnastics Townsville in 2005. After watching the 2004 Olympic Games, my sister and I decided we wanted to have a go at doing gymnastics. We went along to an open day, had a try, enjoyed it and joined up. What’s been your greatest success so far? Being selected as part of last year’s Queensland team to compete at nationals, where I ranked 18th in Level 7. The apparatus I compete in are rings, floor, parallel bars, pommel horse, vault and high bar. What are you looking forward to with your sport? I’m hoping to do well enough again this year to get selected to compete at Nationals representing Queensland. www.gymtsv.com.au
How did you get started in your sport? Dad started me in gym fun when I was six years old. I got talent ID for having good cartwheels. I now train about 20 hours a week before and after school. What’s been your greatest success so far? Being selected for the Queensland Level 9 Team in 2014 and winning the silver medal on bars at the 2014 Australian Championships. What are you looking forward to with your sport? Hopefully one day representing my country and having some international competition. I am currently completing my coaching courses so I can give back to the sport that has been my life for so long. It’s so much fun teaching the little kids gym skills. www.gymtsv.com.au
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I realized I was out of my depth. Linda talked me into coming to this water aerobics class and here I was, the only male, a grey-haired geriatric male in a class of nineteen females. A score of females, if you count the instructor. The only bigger bellies were on the very pregnant. The exercises were at a frantic pace, starting with fast walking. Ever tried walking in water? And when the call came to walk in the opposite direction, the current created by the massed walkers is against you and you go backwards. Very disconcerting. Like swimming against the tide. Linda reminded me, yet again, to tighten my stomach muscles. I’m convinced she believes that if everyone tightened their stomach muscles, all the world’s problems would be solved. Something about strengthening your pelvic floor muscles. I keep up as best I can for a while and then find an inconspicuous, dimly-lit corner of the pool where I do some gentle exercises for my arthritic knees. The instructor calls a “wee-wee” break, largely for the pregnant women, and follows this with “no bubbles behind”. As you see, a sensitive old-age guy like me had to put up with a lot! Then, near the end of the session the instructor says, “put your finger in your belly-button and gyrate your hips”. Apparently this is like belly-dancing, a great exercise for pregnant women. Someone asks, “any particular finger?” I can’t resist my only chance to contribute to the class and call out from the gloom, “any particular belly-button?” It’s time I moved on.
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THE BRAIDED PONY KOOKAÏ recently launched its highly anticipated Autumn/Winter 2015 collection ‘Viva Las Vegas’ in Melbourne showcasing a tailored symphony of signature body-tight silhouettes anchored by on-trend graphic prints, pastels, grey and classic black. L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL Tecni.ART Ambassador, Joe Cotroneo created a runway-ready sleek, braided ponytail using the Tecni.ART styling collection. “What makes this ponytail so on-trend is the intricate braid feature at the base, which really becomes the focal point of the entire look. Keep the ponytail mid-height as a focal point and pair it with a slick side part, which will be all-pervading this season.” www.lorealprofessionnel.com.au
SARAH ELLEN TAKES OVER INSTAGRAM WITH ALICE MCCALL Alice McCall is excited to introduce social media starlet Sarah Ellen (@Sarah3llen, 755k) as the face of the label’s latest campaign and instagram takeover. The collaboration marks the second social media campaign for the label, as they capture the socially savvy generation to launch each drop of their Autumn Winter collection ‘Between The Shadow And The Soul’. Sarah’s love of the brand was ignited last year at Sydney Fashion week, where she met designer Alice McCall. Since then her love of the label has only grown stronger, and with her personal style constantly developing, Sarah is the classic alice girl, mixing pretty feminine with a touch of bohemian edge. A fashion student herself, the collaboration cements Sarah as a fashion icon for her generation. Drop two of the collection is now available at alice McCALL boutiques and E-boutique, www.alicemccall.com
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Australia’s most historic design institution, the prestigious Fashion Design Studio, Sydney TAFE, is proud to showcase six innovators at the 20th Anniversary of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, 2015. The 2015 Innovators are an exciting group of very diverse talents who will showcase forward thinking menswear, multi-cultural detailing, gentle and exotic colour palettes and cutting edge silhouettes. Mat Lee, Jai Saunders, Catherine Conlan, Jack Huang, Onticha Sawasdee and Candi Sanderson are a delightfully talented group who thrill beyond expectation. The forefront of fashion education excellence for 60 years, the Fashion Design Studio, Sydney TAFE, now offers a degree in Bachelor of Fashion Design. The Bachelor degree is a three year full-time career focused program, where successful candidates receive unparalleled and necessary foundations for a successful fashion career.
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As the biggest city and country outfitters in the North, Donohues offers quality products to suit all needs from the business person to men and women on the land. Donohues are jeans specialists with styles to suit everybody and are local stockists of R.M Williams, Akubra, Ariat, Levi and Wrangler. Monday–Wednesday, Friday 8.30am–5.30pm Thursday 8.30am–8pm Saturday 8.30am–3pm 230 Charters Towers Road, Hermit Park www.donohues.com.au 4775 5144
Refinery Beauty Bar is a new concept grooming salon in the heart of Townsville’s CBD, City Arcade the newest boutique shopping hub. Offering a brow and lash bar, manicures, pedicures, waxing, makeup and spray tanning; Refinery has all of your finer grooming details covered. Refinery is also excited to offer group bookings and grooming parties, makeup workshops and VIP events regularly, in a fun and welcoming environment! Opening hours 10am–6.30pm weekdays 9am -3pm Saturday’s. Late nights by appointment. City Arcade, Townsville CBD www.refinerybeautybar.com.au 4724 2427
Specialise in comprehensive eye examinations, prescription sunglasses and spectacles, contact lenses and eye health. They offer Cataract & Glaucoma Testing, Digital Retinal Imaging (DRI), Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Scan, Colour Vision Tests, Prescription Dispensing, Children’s Vision and finding any Diabetic Eye Changes. Healthfund rebates and Medicare bulkbilling. Open Monday–Friday 8.30am–5pm Saturday 9am–12pm 246 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale www.eyecareplus.com.au/townsville 4779 7433
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: INDIE ROSE BOUTIQUE : Indie Rose Boutique is a bohemian chic boutique combining the lifestyles of the sand and the city. With designs direct from California to achieve that effortlessly sexy style. A casual shop to browse with comfort, groove to good jams and find the perfect outfit to make you look and feel your best. Stocking clothing, shoes, swimwear and jewellery. Open 7 days a week. Located at the corner of Gregory and Mitchell Street North Ward. www.indieroseboutique.com
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: COLOUR IT : Colour It is a new generation salon concept catering for the time limitations of our consumer. We have a ‘No Appointment’ system to benefit our clientele in a professional, social environment. Our team is made up of colour technicians, precision cutters and artistic stylists. Open Monday-Saturday. For more information regarding opening hours please contact Colour It. Castletown Shoppingworld Hyde Park www.colouritaustralia.com 4772 7225
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A talented hairdressing team specialising in creating contemporary style cuts and stunning colours, Emphasis is the ideal place for you to relax, escape and unwind. Whether it’s sipping a latte or being pampered with a Signature Scalp Massage, a visit to Emphasis is a chance for you to indulge in some much deserved ‘Me’ time. Open Monday–Saturday Late Tuesday and Wednesday to 8.00pm 90 Bundock Street, Belgian Gardens 4772 3936 319 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale 4775 4735 www.emphasishairstudio.com.au
Northern Skin Studio is a new skin care provider in Townsville offering beauty, cosmetic and medical treatments tailored to your individual needs. Our highly trained therapists offer a variety of treatments to help maintain optimum skin health and vitality. Dr. Monique Flores offers cosmetic and medical procedures, including skin cancer checks and surgery. Call now for a Complimentary 30min Skin Analysis. Monday–Saturday 252 Sturt Street, Townsville www.northernskinstudio.com.au 4771 5898
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Kate Retzki Tell us a little about yourself? There is never a slow day! I am a Townsville local who loves being out and about. When I’m not working hard as the Community Liaison Officer for Monash University’s Eliminate Dengue research project, I’m probably in rehearsal for another show or concert with one of the local theatre companies or my pop-swing group, The Bombshell Belles. I love seeing the world and everything it has to offer. You only live once – make the most of it! Describe your style? Feminine and fun. Girls are lucky because we get to wear skirts and dresses – sorry boys! Most treasured item? The most incredible opal earring and necklace set given to me by my beautiful grandmother. You’ve never seen more amazing stones. Labels you like? I don’t generally shop specific labels – I like to share the love! Best shopping
trip? I always hit the shops when I travel, particularly markets because I love the energy and vibe. Some of the best I’ve found are Camden Markets in London, the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul and the Ladies Market in Hong Kong. Your style guru? If I could have Taylor Swifts wardrobe, I would wish for nothing more in my life. You’d never be caught wearing…? Super short shorts that are a little too “cheeky”. Wardrobe item you should part with but can’t bring yourself to? A pair of socks with plush cat faces sewn on the sides. They are ridiculous, but my mum gave them to me years ago and they keep my feet warm in the winter. Shoes or dress first? Dress. For me, that is the epicentre of an outfit. Anything else you’d like to mention? Friends, family, food and frivolity…the keys to a happy life (and wine helps too!)
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ABOUT ME: I am originally from Newcastle, NSW. I came to Townsville when I was 18 for a holiday with a friend and loved it here so much that I decided not to go home. I originally studied at James Cook University to be a Marine Biologist and Zoologist, dabbled in Medicine, but am now a personal trainer, a remedial massage therapist and almost a nutritionist. I own my own business called Wehll, which I operate through Snap Fitness Townsville CBD and from my home-based clinic. I am a mummy of a 6-year-old girl, a step mummy of an 18-year-old girl and I have a wonderfully supportive husband who currently works in PNG every second month. My life is hectic and pretty wild! MY GYM BAG I really don’t like shopping so
when these new ones came in to the gym I thought I’d hit the jackpot! SPORT SHOES I always have two pairs of shoes so my good, supportive runners don’t get worn out too soon and stay nice and comfy. BOXING GLOVES Boxing is one of my all-time favourite cardio exercises. WATER BOTTLE Because hydration is important. I try to keep a water bottle in my bag all the time and fill it up at the gym. Otherwise, I have a tendency to forget it. COLORESCIENCE SKIN BRONZING FACE PRIMER SPF 20 After getting in trouble from my doctor, I have been trying hard to make sure I wear sunscreen every day. ACUBALL I’m a remedial massage therapist and a personal trainer so my body is my bread and butter! ROCK TAPE This stuff is great if you have any joints or muscles that are feeling like they need a little more support. GYM TOWEL With a gym towel you don’t want it too small or too big. This one is just the right size. EAR PHONES As a full-time working, still studying mummy, my workouts are pretty much the only “me” time I manage to get, so being zoned out to the rest of the world is important. GOGGLES I swim whilst my daughter has her swimming lessons at Tobruk. BOXING INNERS I always carry some for myself (and some for my clients). SPARE GYM/WORK CLOTHES Just because I lift weights doesn’t mean I don’t want to look pretty doing it! REXONA DEODORANT When I workout, I go hard! PLANT ESSENTIALS ARNICA AND WINTERGREEN BALM This is the best balm for warming up sore muscles or niggly injuries prior to exercise. HAIR TIES Working out is impossible with hair in your face. TOOTHBRUSH + TOOTHPASTE Often I’m heading straight from my workout to the shower then to work (with a packed breakfast in between) so I always have a toothbrush on hand. HEART RATE MONITOR WATCH AND CHEST STRAP I have limited time for my workouts so I do a lot of high intensity interval training. iPAD, TOYS AND SNACKS I often have to bring my little girl to the gym with me. I bring enough to keep her busy while I get my workout done. iPHONE I also use it for music, which is my number one motivational tool and I use apps like Map My Run and also a boxing/ interval timer.
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: SUBLIME HAIR DESIGN :
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Operating for over 11 years, Sublime Hair Design specialises in advanced cutting and colouring techniques, along with the application of high quality human hair extensions. The boutique inner city salon offers individual personalised service from a team of highly skilled stylists who will ensure you look and feel your best. Monday–Wednesday 9am–5.30pm Thursday 9am–7pm, Friday 9am–5.30pm Saturday 9am–2pm 383 Flinders Street, City Arcade www.sublimehair.com.au 4771 2497
The knowledgeable and experienced team at She Creative Hair offer a variety of styles, cuts, colours and beauty services, including the latest trend hairstyles. Using exclusive top of the range products, She Creative Hair provide high quality services at affordable prices. The team work hard to create a professional environment which is friendly, warm and welcoming. Open Monday–Saturday Late Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 52 Gregory Street, North Ward www.shecreativehair.com.au 4721 1110
This established salon of 14 years boasts passionate, multi-award winning stylists and Townsville’s only Redken Certified Colourist – Elle Crouch. Offering a relaxed and revitalising experience and a calming Sanctuary Garden. You will love your aesthetically designed hairstyle complimented by the most vibrant and rich colour. Monday, Tuesday, Friday 9am–5.30 pm Wednesday, Thursday 9am–9pm Saturday 8am–4pm 89 Thuringowa Drive, Kirwan www.kirwantechniques.com.au 4723 2114
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Renaissance Cosmetic Clinics are located throughout Australia and are excited to now be in Townsville. We successfully help over 30,000 clients each year to slow the ageing process and get their skin back to a younger and healthier state. Our practitioners specialise in anti-wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers. Our dedicated team will give you expert advice and treatment every time. Appointments available Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday (by appointment). 112 Bowen Road, Rosslea www.renaissanceclinics.com.au 1300LOVEIT
Sizzas Hair and Beauty studio have established a reputation for a high standard of service with a commitment to excellence. The experienced salon staff at Sizzas provide a range of services specialising in prescriptive facials, creative colouring and cutting, hair growth and scalp solutions as well as many other body and skin treatments. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am–5pm Wednesday 9am–8pm, Saturday 8am–3pm 208 Charters Towers Road Hermit Park www.sizzashairandbeauty.com.au 4725 3533
Renegade Handmade began in 2013 and includes a curated collection of locally made fashion, jewellery, gifts and homewares. The market is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Aitkenvale School, from 8am to 1pm. The Renegade Handmade Gift Shop features 70% locally made and now includes “Hello Handmade” with a collection of Australian independent artists and designers. Open Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm. Warrina Arcade, Illuka Street, Gulliver 0477 900 222
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Owner of Three Little Boys: a kids clothing business. I’m a mother of three boys and run a small business from home, so I felt like I needed a change and to have something done just for me. Having my hair cut shorter and wearing beautiful clothing – it was such a lovely day being pampered and feeling like a princess.
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I kept Tina’s look fresh by evening out her skin with mineral foundation and concealer, then gently accentuating Tina’s eyes with neutral colours and a pop of colour on her lips and cheeks to brighten! Refinery Beauty Bar City Arcade Townsville CBD 4724 2427 www.refinerybeautybar.com.au
HAIR CHRYSANTHE PILCHER Sublime Hair Design
We stayed on trend with Tina’s look and went with a soft melt of colour. Lots of tonal caramel hues, surrounded by a deep base to add shine and thickness. We cropped Tina’s hair into the very ‘on-trend’ Lob! Sublime Hair Design City Arcade Flinders Street Townsville CBD 4771 2497 www.sublime.com.au
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EWEN JONES MP | FEDERAL MEMBER FOR HERBERT
I BOUGHT A BIKE I was on a plane recently, talking to the bloke next to me. We were talking golf. He said he joined a Brisbane club and reviewed it after a full year of membership. He realised that he paid about $700 per game of golf that year. It just wasn’t worth it. He now just plays whichever course he likes and pays the money. It is cheaper and his wife doesn’t hate him as much. Oh, how we laughed.
I HAVE ALWAYS RIDDEN A BIKE. IT IS JUST THAT I DON’T LOOK AS GOOD ON IT NOW AS I DID 30 YEARS AGO. I WENT INTO THE SHOP PROMISING MYSELF THAT I WAS SERIOUS THIS TIME.
Later that evening, I thought about my pushbike. Now, before you start laughing, I have always ridden a bike. It is just that I don’t look as good on it now as I did 30 years ago. I went into the shop promising myself that I was serious this time. I was going to get all spandexed up and get a helmet with a long tail and tri-bars, graphite, 300 gears, the lot. Thankfully, the sales guy didn’t smirk as he said, “how about we start off with a bike you can just ride? Then we can see about it being expensive down the track.” I didn’t agree instantly. I mean, how much could a good bike cost these days? $200? I came around to find the sales guy propping my head up and people saying things like “give him some air.” So, I bought a bike. I spent $650 on the thing and I ride it every chance I get. When I say ‘every chance I get’, I am now under $100 per ride. I thought I was getting good and
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my pace was improving until I was overtaken by a 90 year old on a zimmer frame. I was also attacked by a magpie on my last ride. I was going so slow it kept swooping me until it literally ran out of breath. It skipped along the ground beside me with a look in his eyes saying “Come on mate, get past my territory.” To be active is to be alive. My wife, Linda, has found the trick for her, it is competing with herself. She just can’t lie to herself. “It’s easy” I tell her! I have tried to explain to her how it is done and its benefits, but she just doesn’t get it. Truth be told, we all know what we want to do. I always liked the line from John Lennon’s Beautiful Boy “Life is what happens while you’re busy making other plans.” My older brother always says that the hardest part of doing exercise is to put on your shoes and get out the door. I have taken him at his word and not gone there… Still, jokes aside, I have a plan and I am committed to it. In the movie, Dodgeball, Vince Vaughn ends the film by saying what we should all know about ourselves, that we are good people who need to be active. What happens after that is completely up to us. So long as we are happy and we are moving in a positive direction, we will be OK.
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NICOLE PIEROTTI | CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST | BABYSMILES
GET ACTIVE
BY GIVING YOUR CHILDREN EXERCISE YOU ARE GIVING THEM A GIFT TO LAST A LIFETIME.
One of my favourite parts of my week is to walk the Strand. Often, when I am walking, I have a child or two for company. It always strikes me how very few adults have their children in tow. I know they’re slow, so I’ve tried to find ways to speed them up. The best so far is for them to scooter while I walk, though the rip stik involves a bit of stopping and starting. Parents tend to exercise separately to their children, yet when it comes to exercise, like adults, kids need it too. No matter their age, kids need at least an hour of physical activity every day. This is just a minimum and is the recommendation from a host of organisations and research from psychiatry and psychology to heart and sleep experts. So how do we get our kids moving? In a world that’s embracing technology, this means hours spent sitting. The more hours sitting the less spent running and playing. Firstly you need to limit the TV-videos and take back those precious hours. Life is actually outside the door, not watching it on the screen. And like all things parenting, set a good example yourself. It doesn’t work if they don’t see you exercise or that you don’t do it together at times. Exercising together can be fun for everyone, so build in some family activities around it.
Next time you walk ‘the Hill’ do it as a family. Don’t take no for an answer, just make it happen. Before you know it the complaints will have turned into compliance and then enjoyment. Need some more motivation to stop making excuses as to why you can’t do it? Then think about this: By giving your children exercise you are giving them a gift to last a lifetime. Did you know: physical inactivity is a major risk factor for your child to develop heart disease as an adult? It also increases their risk of stroke, obesity, blood pressure and diabetes as an adult. No parent wants a future for their child that includes such health problems. The seeds are sown now in childhood and there is plenty of research to show us that if you set the pattern of exercise as being part of their day as children, they will continue this into their adult lives. The opposite is also true, inactive children become inactive adults. Once you start to include exercise in your day it only takes a couple of weeks to see the benefits. Your child will feel less stressed, will feel better about themselves, be more ready to learn in school, build healthy bones, muscles and joints, sleep better all by just one hour of exercise a day.
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NICOLE STOTT-WHITING | DIRECTOR – OFFICE FOR LIFE, MARRIAGE AND FAMILY | CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF TOWNSVILLE
THE BENEFITS OF BEING ACTIVE TOGETHER
It is really healthy to share interests and activities with your partner. The benefits assist the individual but also the couple.
The benefits of a couple exercising or being active together are endless but my column this month will attempt to discuss the top five and provide some food for thought for everyone in a relationship. Firstly, exercise and being physically active makes us feel good. We are all currently aware that leading a sedentary lifestyle affects our physical health in many negative ways. Therefore it is physically beneficial to make sure we are exercising at least 3-4 times a week, particularly if we work at a desk most of the day. Such physical activities also set off the happy hormones in our body which improves our mood and wellbeing. Therefore mentally we are feeling great and physically speaking we are moving our body, lifting our heart rate and being fit and healthy.
Exercising or engaging in physical activities together is a great opportunity for couple time.
Secondly, physical activity is an effective way to regulate our stress levels. Exercise and other enjoyable activities are a good way to relieve that stress that has built up during the day or stress caused by a particular event or issue in our life. Often people do not realise that enjoyable activities such as
walking, swimming, reading books, listening to music or painting are the ways in which we regulate our stress levels. We also don’t realise that stress can be compounded when we stop or reduce these activities if we are feeling tired, overwhelmed or rundown. I can think of numerous times that I felt too tired or stressed to go for a walk but it was the exact thing that I needed. Thirdly, exercising or engaging in physical activities together is a great opportunity for couple time. Couples can enjoy each other’s company and connect with each other while physically and mentally helping themselves as well. It may only be a 40 minute walk or bike ride together but it is still a worthwhile opportunity for togetherness. In our busy lifestyles it is important to utilize all opportunities to spend some quality time together. This opportunity for couple time is also an opportunity for open communication. When I work with couples in counselling they will often say that life is too busy to talk to each other. The walk or bike ride together is a time to talk about the day, share any great news and discuss issues or concerns.
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Fourthly, it is healthy in a relationship to have different interests but just as healthy to share some common interests. Shared exercise or physical activities can be seen as common interests and because of the commonality for the couple that strengthens the relationship. This common interest is also an opportunity to support each other in achieving goals or improving performance within the activity. Finally, exercise or physical activity is a time to view the world around us. We are able to look at the beauty of the world around us but also to see that sometimes other people are dealing with far bigger issues than we are. It can help us to put our lives into perspective. With our relationships it is imperative that we use every opportunity to connect, engage in couple time and increase our levels of communication. Doing all of these things whilst improving our physical and mental health through physical activities is a great bonus.
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“THE TOWNSVILLE HOSPITAL CHILDREN’S WARD HAS BEEN PIVOTAL IN MARLEY’S RECOVERY AND ULTIMATELY SAVED HER LIFE.” MIKAYLA MAURICE
RUN TOWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES ITS 2015 AMBASSADORS
FIGHTING FIT FOR RUN TOWNSVILLE RUN TOWNSVILLE IS BACK! Once again we are calling on the people of Townsville and surrounding communities to support the children by participating in this year’s Run Townsville, which will start and finish at the beautiful Jezzine Barracks precinct on Sunday 31 May 2015. 100 per cent of every registration fee will go towards the redevelopment of the Children’s Ward at Townsville Hospital and organisers have gone to every length to ensure the event caters to people of all ages and abilities. Whether you prefer to walk or run, it doesn’t matter, being involved in something so vital for the community is what the whole event is about. Run Townsville is also thrilled to announce its 2015 child ambassadors – Abi Chase and Marley Maurice, who are two amazing examples of children that will greatly benefit from the Children’s Ward redevelopment. The Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward has been pivotal in their recovery, with the two young girls receiving regular treatment for chronic, lifethreatening conditions. At just six weeks of age, Abi was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic condition which causes the production of abnormally thick mucus, leading to the blockage of the pancreatic ducts, intestines and bronchi and often resulting in respiratory infections. Now 15, Abi spends two weeks every three months in the Children’s Ward at Townsville Hospital, where she receives intravenous antibiotics as a preventative measure against respiratory infections. Abi also has twice daily intensive physiotherapy to help clear mucus build up from the small airways in her lungs. While the Children’s Ward does everything it can to make Abi’s stay as enjoyable as possible, her condition means she is unable to attend school or interact with other patients due to the risk of infection during her treatment, which can make the two week stay in hospital feel long and somewhat lonely.
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For our other ambassador, four-year-old Marley, the Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward is familiar territory, with the youngster undergoing seven major surgeries as a result of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH). In 2010, Marley was born without a diaphragm from the middle of her chest right down to her hip which saw her intestinal organs move up into her chest cavity, resulting in the collapse of her left lung and due to the pressure, moved and created 10 holes in her heart. As Marley continues to grow, she will have to undergo further surgeries, and while it takes a toll physically and emotionally, her mother Mikayla says Marley never complains or feels sorry for herself – she just keeps on smiling. Abi and Marley have been chosen by the Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward and Townsville Hospital Foundation as the child ambassadors for this year’s Run Townsville. As a teenager, Abi has been encouraged by hospital staff to put forward her recommendations for a Youth Ward, which will be built as part of the Children’s Ward redevelopment, making her an ideal advocate of Run Townsville. In 2014, young Marley participated in the inaugural Run Townsville with her parents, Jeff and Mikayla, who are big supporters of the cause and are actively involved in raising money for the Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward. “The Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward has been pivotal in Marley’s recovery and ultimately saved her life. When Marley was approached to come on board as a child ambassador for Run Townsville we jumped at the opportunity as it allowed us to give back to the people who have and continue to help us so much,” said Marley’s mother, Mikayla.
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Abi and Marley will join fellow Run Townsville ambassadors; 2014 Dancing with the Stars Winner, Melanie Hooper, and retired Townsville Fire Captain, Rachael McCully, when they participate on the day. Rachael McCully recently led her team to victory with the Townsville Fire claiming its first ever Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) championship on March 8. The win was bitter sweet for McCully with the Captain hanging up her bib for the very last time following the championship game earlier this month. Rachael said she is excited and honoured to be involved in Run Townsville for the second year in a row, with the Children’s Ward redevelopment such a worthy cause that will benefit so many families in and around the community. Run Townsville, which raised in excess of $95,000 in its inaugural year, will
again see 100 per cent of registration fees go towards the much-needed redevelopment of the Townsville Hospital Children’s Ward. Townsville Hospital and Health Services CEO Julia Squire is thrilled to welcome back Run Townsville and hopes even more members of the community and HHS staff will get behind this year’s event to make it an even bigger success. “It was fantastic to see so many members of the local community and HSS staff get behind the 2014 Run Townsville event and I look forward to their continued support in helping us achieve our goal of creating a childfriendly ward with state-of-the-art facilities for the people of Townsville and surrounding communities,” she said. For further information or to register for Run Townsville visit the Run Australia website at www.runaustralia.com.au
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HÜTTE HUT DESIGN:
Santa Barbara’s Sprouting Sprocket Studio is behind the little trailer that made a big splash at this year’s Dwell on Design in Los Angeles. Inspired by boat and coach building techniques, they saw an opportunity to evolve on the idea of a teardrop trailer by incorporating architectural features through boutique manufacturing methods. Designed to blur the lines between inside and out, the bow trussed roof, double doors, and large graphic windows create an open and expansive experience in a relatively small space.
HÜTTE HUT FEATURES:
Hütte Hut features custom components made from materials of the highest quality. Embracing a reductive approach to luxury, standard amenities include Jobert Okume marine ply exterior, baltic birch floors and cabinetry, and a 100% cotton canvas canopy made from the same durable, naturally waterproof fabric used for canvas kayaks. Inspired by traditional Japanese futons, a simple convertible furnishing for sitting and sleeping is also included. When one or both doors are open, the cabin’s edge makes for great bench seating and rests at an ergonomic height that’s perfect to accompany an outdoor table.
HÜTTE HUT PRODUCTION:
The first three caravans are currently being built at Hütte Hut headquarters in Santa Barbara, just north of Sprouting Sprocket Studio in Carpinteria, CA. Slated to be completed in time for summer, these three curated editions feature artisanal details, fixtures, furnishings, and finishes that are designed with the collector in mind. Subsequently, an initial limited run of 30 production Hütte Huts will be built to preorder specifications with base models beginning at US$63,900. These will be numbered editions and will offer a menu features, accessories, and specifications, allowing customers to customize their caravan to best suit their needs.
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Janna and Quinn Bauer of Bauer Constructions
NEW HOME WINNERS BAUER CONSTRUCTIONS WAS RECENTLY RECOGNISED FOR ITS SUPERIOR BUILDING WORKMANSHIP WHEN THEY WON 8 HOUSING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION AWARDS LATE LAST YEAR.
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“PEOPLE LOVE THAT WHEN THEY DO BUSINESS WITH BAUER CONSTRUCTIONS THEY WILL BE DEALING WITH MYSELF AND JANNA THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE PROCESS.” QUINN BAUER WHEN LOCAL husband and wife team Quinn and Janna Bauer started their own building company, Bauer Constructions, in Townsville in 2007, they had no idea of the success that lay ahead. Not only do they build beautiful, quality homes, but they have also built an award winning construction company which has earned itself a reputation of delivering quality workmanship, innovative design and excellent customer service. “Late last year we won eight HIA awards” explains Janna, who looks after the administration, quoting and customer service side of Bauer Constructions. “While winning awards and receiving industry recognition is such a wonderful feeling, what is most rewarding for us is to know that we are delivering the highest of standards to our clients – and that’s what these awards signify to us.” It is no surprise Bauer Constructions is doing so well. Quinn and Janna have both worked in the construction industry since completing their schooling in Townsville and have 40 years’ industry experience between them. Quinn started out as a carpenter and has continued to up skill over the years. “I’ve always loved this industry and knew I wanted to eventually become a builder, so in 2005 I completed a Certificate IV in Building and obtained my builders licence in 2006,” explains Quinn, who still remains active on the tools with his carpentry trade for every home. The following year Quinn and Janna started Bauer Constructions and within just a few short years they had won their first HIA award for
‘Custom Built Home $650,000–$800,000’ in 2010. According to Janna that was a defining moment for the young business. The couple always knew their quality of workmanship was excellent, but that was the first time the industry had recognised it. “When we won that award we knew we had built a company that was good enough to compete within the industry,”says Janna, who is a fully-qualified Quantity Surveyor. “And since then we have only gone from strengthto-strength.” As well as the exquisite standard of finish provided by Bauer Constructions, it is also the personal service that clients appreciate. Quinn and Janna offer customised designs, guaranteed build times, flexibility, direct contact with the builder, responsive communication, quality fittings and fixtures and fixed price contracts. Basically, Bauer Constructions offer unparalleled workmanship and quality but with the personal service of a small builder. “People love that when they do business with Bauer Constructions they will be dealing with myself and Janna throughout the entire process,” says Quinn. “We understand how our clients want their dream home to be built and I am there on-site every day to make sure that’s exactly what they get.” While their business has been predominantly built on happy clients and word-of-mouth, Quinn and Janna recently opened their first display home, the Mayfair 224, at Sanctum Estate. “It’s an exciting time for us. Along with our recent success at the HIA awards, we’ve
also opened our first display home and we look forward to continuing to build amazing quality homes for our clients around Townsville.”
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“THE TOWNSVILLE MARKET PRESENTS OPPORTUNITY FOR BOTH BUYERS AND SELLERS” JOHN MCGRATH McGrath Estate Agents has been strategically expanding its reach along the eastern seaboard steadily moving northwards since first entering the Queensland market in 2009, later establishing a strong presence in Brisbane and its surrounds. In 2014 McGrath opened its first North Queensland office in Townsville. “Townsville is an exciting growth area and its stunning location, highly attractive lifestyle and range of desirable properties made it a natural fit with the McGrath brand. “As one of Australia’s most liveable cities, Townsville offers a diverse range of properties from premium waterfronts to modern inner-city apartments and traditional-style Queenslanders,” said Mr McGrath. Its spectacular location and diverse economy, which provides careers in government and a variety of industries including education, tourism and minerals, make it a desirable yet affordable place for people from many neighbouring regional areas and buyers from the southern states.
PROPERTY ICON SEES A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR THE TOWNSVILLE RESIDENTIAL MARKET JOHN MCGRATH is considered one of the most influential figures in the Australian property industry. As Chief Executive of McGrath Estate Agents, he took the company from a lounge room start-up in 1988 to one of Australia’s most successful residential real estate groups, selling over $10 billion in residential property in FY14. John himself has become a spokesperson for the industry both in Australia and internationally. John appears regularly on television as a real estate expert and his knowledge has been utilised in Channel 9’s hit series “The Block” since it began production in 2003. He was recently selected by Network TEN as one of the five investors in their prime time production “Shark Tank.”
“Investment activity is growing in the region with strong interest from southern investors attracted to Townsville for its affordability, better yields and potential for growth. Apartments in Townsville City and North Ward currently report impressive rental yields of six percent.” (Source: CoreLogic RP Data, February 2015) “Local investors are also starting to recognise the value currently available, with indicators suggesting that the market has bottomed, and some good buying opportunities on offer,” said Mr McGrath. The McGrath Report, released in September 2014, identifies ‘pre-retirees’ as an emerging demographic in regional areas such as Townsville purchasing now for investment with plans to move in later in retirement. Interest rates have been a big factor in the local and national property market, particularly with investors. However it’s important for owner occupiers in particular to keep in mind that falling interest rates indicate problems with the economy, so any major financial decisions need to be carefully considered. While local unemployment has increased over recent years, the outlook is positive with Government projections suggesting up to 8,600 new jobs are likely to be created in Townsville over the next five years (Matusik Market Outlook Townsville 2015). “Upgraders and downsizers are also very active in the market. Our Townsville office recently sold a prestige home in Rowes Bay for $1.19 million to local upgraders, which is one of the highest sales in Townsville in 2015,” said Mr McGrath. “The Townsville market presents opportunity for both buyers and sellers. Inner city suburbs such as North Ward, Belgian Gardens and South Townsville are performing extremely well where buyer demand far outweighs supply. However other areas are experiencing an oversupply of stock and low demand creating a buyers’ market. “While in a somewhat stagnant phase at present, the Townsville residential market should start to show growth by late 2015,” said Mr McGrath.
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“WE FOCUS ON WHAT WE ARE EXPERTS IN – STRATEGY AND ADVICE – AND THAT IS WHY OUR CLIENTS FEEL SAFE KNOWING THEIR FINANCIAL FUTURE IS IN GOOD HANDS.” RICK RAYMENT
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JOURNEY FINANCIAL IS PROVIDING THE PEOPLE OF NORTH QUEENSLAND WITH A TEAM OF HIGHLY TALENTED AND EXPERIENCED FINANCIAL PROFESSIONALS. NOT MANY BUSINESSES can say they still have a client from their very first week of business. But that’s the case for Journey Financial who first opened their doors 25 years ago. But this isn’t surprising for this financial planning company, as it has a retention rate of 90 per cent. “We don’t focus on returns and make promises we can’t keep,” says Rick Rayment, Director of Journey Financial. “We focus on what we are experts in – strategy and advice – and that is why our clients feel safe knowing their financial future is in good hands.” Recruiting a team of experts is important to Rick, and he has searched high and low to bring the people of North Queensland a team of highly talented and experienced financial professionals. He was inspired to do this after attending a leadership seminar in Cambridge last year.
“I’m constantly pursuing excellence for our clients, and after attending a leadership seminar in Cambridge last year I realised the importance of having the right people in the right positions,” says Rick. “Mediocrity is not something I will accept. I identified the missing skills in my team and then recruited the best in the business to fill the gaps.”
He also has clients from all stages of life, whether it is someone who has just entered the workforce, a family paying off a mortgage, baby boomers planning for retirement, or grey nomads who are enjoying their golden years. The reason why Journey Financial appeals to so many different people is that it is not a “cookie cutter” business. There is no one size fits all. Advice is based on individual and unique life circumstances and needs.
Rick says he has assembled an A-Team of financial professionals to offer their clients the best advice possible. He also says people may be surprised to learn that financial planning is not just reserved for the wealthy and well off.
“Our team, which includes four financial advisors and seven support staff, will take the time and effort to understand where you are at in your own financial journey and tailor advice to help you achieve your financial goals,” says Rick. “Maybe your dream is to retire at 50 or maybe you just want own your own home – whatever your dream is, we’ll help you get there.”
“Financial advice is important for anyone who makes and spends money, so that’s all of us,” says Rick. “I have clients from all walks of life – journalists, doctors, nurses, tradespeople, lawyers, accountants, farmers, teachers – you name a profession and I’ll have a client from it.”
Guiding you to financial security For more information visit www.journeyfinancial.com.au or call 1300 886 181 to make an appointment with an advisor. Journey Financial is located at 77 Thuringowa Drive, Kirwan.
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ACCORDING TO ALBERT EINSTEIN, INSANITY IS DOING THE SAME THING OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND EXPECTING DIFFERENT RESULTS. THIS SIMPLE, BUT PROFOUND, OBSERVATION HAS UNFORTUNATELY BEEN LOST ON MANY FOLK IN THE NORTH WHO ARE, SO IT SEEMS, STILL DENYING THE PASSING OF THE ROARING NOUGHTIES. AS GRIEF IS A COMPLEX PROCESS, IT IS UNDERSTANDABLE THAT MANY ARE FINDING IT HARD TO NAVIGATE OUT OF THE MALAISE THAT IS 2015 ECONOMIC REALITY. BY WARWICK POWELL
Overcoming grief, and coming to accept the new reality, is necessary if we are to grasp new opportunities and create a vibrant, prosperous and resilient future. Accepting that “business as usual” is no longer viable, and that longstanding institutions and habits of thought aren’t helping, is the first step in this challenging journey. There’s every reason why we can be confident that North Queensland can emerge from this current funk. A new imagination and an ambitious business model are required, to build a new chapter in Northern Australian economic and social development and resilience. OLD INSTITUTIONS ARE OUT OF PUFF
There is a crisis in the regional economic development model. The model of advocacy-based pleadings for grants and project funding is out of steam; that train has left the station. Deteriorating fiscal conditions nationally and at state level (real or imagined) are placing increasing pressure on regional economies to find alternate funding models. The well-worn paths to State Capitals and Canberra are well and truly depleted, and a wish list of projects is not enough (if it ever was). The vicissitudes of the political cycle and electoral calculus can be periodically exploited, but never represents a sustainable and robust model of regional capital finance. This doesn’t mean a regional community and economy can do without a voice. It does. But advocacy can no longer be the bedrock of a region’s future economic prosperity and social resilience. We need to provide more solid foundations for future advocacy, not the other way around. The challenges of regional Australia and North Queensland as its epicentre, need a new imagination of what is thinkable and what is doable. Regional and local initiatives are needed because economic renewal and resilience won’t come from the State or Commonwealth alone.
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A REVITALISED PUBLIC CULTURE OF INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY ARE CENTRAL TO FUTURE PROSPERITY.
There is strong international evidence that places which engender a public culture that values creativity are more likely to be dynamic, confident communities in which economic prosperity emerges. While a great deal of this creativity emerges from what we can call “civil society”, there is a strong case for public investment in institutions that are open to a culture of creativity. These institutions set the scene for a community that is hospitable to those that challenge the old ways and the vest interests that these ways support. THE CULTURAL ECONOMIC MATTERS
Truth be known, Townsville has an incredibly vibrant cultural life. This vibrancy also has real economic resonance, so don’t start thinking that the “world of culture” is distinct from the “world of economics”. The hard evidence of this conclusion, locally, can be found in a report called “Culture Matters”, which was produced by Townsville City Council’s Gallery Services. This report “identifies clearly that Townsville’s true social and economic growth market is cultural tourism and its cultural and creative industries” (p. 6) and supports this claim with the following evidence: 8 In 2013/14 more people visited Townsville’s public galleries than any other attraction in the region. 8 In that period 283,161 persons visited Perc Tucker Gallery and Pinnacles Gallery, of which 73,623 (26%) were interstate visitors and 16,989 (6%) came from overseas. 8 Similarly, in 2013/14 over 630,000 visitors attended the Museum of Tropical Queensland, Reef HQ, the Galleries, Townsville Civic Theatre and the Cultural Festival. This congrats to the nearly 420,000 attendees of NQ Cowboys, AFL, Townsville Crocs, Townsville Fire and V8 Supercars. Fact is “art exhibitions draw bigger crowds than the footy.” (their words … p. 16)
8Specifically in 2013/14 by far the largest single attraction in North Queensland with 281,161 visitors was the galleries, seconded by the Cowboys with 197,828. 8Cultural activity injects $86.8b into the Australian economy each year (whereas sporting activities contribute $24.9b). 8 The “Brick by Brick” exhibition attracted 102,320 visitors of which a staggering 31,719 were interstate and international visitors. 8 Visiting museums and art galleries is the most popular cultural activity in Australia’s tourism industry: • Of Australia’s international cultural and heritage visitors 57% had visited art galleries. Cultural activities account for 51% of international tourism to Australia. • Visiting museums or art galleries was the most popular activity for both overnight and day visitors with attendance of 43% and 36% respectively of all domestic tourists. • Domestic cultural tourists spend nearly double per overnight stay than non-cultural tourists. • Tourists don’t travel to see sporting stadiums, but 51% of international tourists are “cultural tourists” visiting galleries and museums. The report makes a compelling evidence-driven case for cultural facilities and institutions. It’s worth noting that the report also has something to say about stadiums: “Few fields of empirical economic research offer virtual unanimity of findings. Yet, independent work on the economic impact of stadiums and arenas has uniformly found that there is no statistically significant positive correlation between sports facility construction and economic development.” (p. 23) The report surveys some studies on the supposed economic merits of stadiums and concludes that “there is virtually no evidence of any perceptible economic development benefits from sports teams or stadiums.” (p. 24)
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The logical conclusion that is drawn is that the:
“benefits of cultural and creative infrastructure are many and demonstrably surpass the limited benefits afforded through costly stadium developments.” (p. 25) HERE’S THE RUB
These words are devastating stuff. So, here’s the rub. Old institutions, old models and old vested interests have put their hands out for a massive dose of public funding for what local economist Col Dwyer describes as an economically questionable Colosseum.
As the State Government commits resources to a further round of “master planning”, it’s time we showed the world that we can think outside the box and put forward a real vision for a multifunctional Creativity and Innovation Precinct, in which a swanky new sporting arena is just one part. GET S.I.C.K.
Yet, there’s clear-cut evidence that a much bigger bang for buck would be achieved if the focus on investment and development was on cultural infrastructure.(There’s a story in there about how vested interests distort good public investment, but we can leave that for another day.)
We can rethink the stadium through different lenses. When I curated the Townsville2070 Urbanscape Imaginations (www.townsville2070. com) we provocatively asked whether the “stadium” was a “stadium or a massive solar base load power station”.
If the stadium horse has already bolted, then the creative challenge is to turn a sow’s ear into a purse (or to put some lipstick on the pig). What is it that we can do to transform a mono-dimensional “vision” into a multi-faceted facility that can further enhance the region’s cultural reputation, generate much-needed culture-based tourism growth, and showcase the region’s know-how, creativity and innovative flair?
Truth be known, any future standalone stadium is likely to be a cost burden on the community at large (if it wasn’t, then I’m sure the full business case would have been released to the public by now). But integrated with a cultural precinct that showcases our artistic, technological and innovative capacities, we’d have a chance that the overall precinct would pay its own way. What I’m getting at here is a NQ Sporting, Innovation, Creativity and Knowledge (S.I.C.K.) hub. As a community, I’m sure we can rise to the challenge. Sadly, however, what we know is this: same old, same old hasn’t cut it. Einstein had something to say about that.
Warwick Powell is the founding Chairman of Sister City Partners, a regional not-forprofit investment bank with headquarters in Townsville. He brings almost 20 years of experience in global capital markets and project development and finance to bear on the challenges of creating regional resilience. He is an iconoclast who questions and challenges orthodox thinking. More information about Sister City Partners can be found at www.sistercitypartners.com.au and Warwick is active on LinkedIn. Search him and hook up.
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TRENT YESBERG | BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CONSULTANT | REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES
HOW HEALTHY IS YOUR BUSINESS?
It’s time for your quarterly check-up.
The top performers of any industry are constantly assessing themselves, their performance, benchmarking and seeking advice – regularly.
There is no secret to success. It’s takes hard work, dedication, foresight and a little bit of luck (sometimes). The top performers of any industry are constantly assessing themselves, their performance, benchmarking and seeking advice – regularly. Athletes are not only coached for their on-field performance. They are taught and practice techniques for talking with the media and their fans, along with many other non-athletic skills. It is important that you do the same with your skills and your business. Finances Are your finances healthy? This does not mean how large is your bank balance. It means knowing what your bank balance is, so that you know what bills you can pay. Having your reconciliations up to date is important for letting you know which of your customers hasn’t paid their invoices. Knowing your due dates for your Direct Debits, loan repayments and other scheduled costs are important. Have you paid your PAYGW and your BAS? Staying on top of your cash flow will enable you to navigate any situation, even a downturn.
Employees How healthy are your employees? and no – that doesn’t mean how many times can they run around the block. Do they complete their tasks on time? Are they proactively asking for more work once they are finished? Is their attitude and customer interactions a positive reflection of your company? Ensuring your employees are engaged, with a positive mindset will assist your businesses performance. Negativity promotes negativity. Regular staff meetings, training sessions and team work exercises develop and empower your staff, which encourages a healthy attitude to their work.
The Boss’s (your) health Now this does include how many times you can run around the block, per se. Whilst there is no need to be able to run a marathon, or swim the English Channel – maintaining a healthy lifestyle assists your ability to perform in the business world. Actively engaging with your staff, your clients and stakeholders is also healthy and vitally important to ensure you are up to date with emerging trends and changes in your industry. You will find that by leading by example, you encourage and motivate your staff to perform at their best.
Consumer Sentiment How do your clients feel about you? This can be a tough question to have answered. You can’t exactly answer it for yourself, unless you purposely do not want to know. Sure clients are friendly enough, but it is also human nature not to be confrontational if it is not necessary. Your clients might like the work you do, but could they LOVE it? Do they actively refer new business to you, based on how happy they are? What actions do you need to undertake to make this a reality? Hint: Ask them.
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GET ACTIVE IN SUPER INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
The Australian Taxation Office is the regulator of Self-managed super funds and part of their role includes obtaining statistical data, which I find of interest.
Much of this data is collected from the SMSF’s annual returns that are lodged with the Australian Taxation Office, whom then releases quarterly statistics on what has occurred that year. These statistics include how many funds have been set up in that year, information on where the money is invested, age ranges of members, average balances etc. For example, this information includes how much is invested in different asset types such as fixed interest, shares (both national and international), and property. The ATO also notes how many funds have been shut down, sometimes due to inactivity. According to the Business Review Weekly (BRW) in 2013 around 30,000 SMSF’s were created, however the ATO shut down 10,000 inactive funds. It’s fine to have a self-managed superannuation fund, but it’s the maintenance of the fund where trustees/members need to be actively engaged. The ATO has cracked down on those funds that have not lodged annual tax returns and looking at closing those funds that are inactive. That could be a costly exercise for members. The number of people who are members of a SMSF were close to one million in 2013, and the ATO is concerned that trustees/
The ATO has cracked down on those funds that have not lodged annual tax returns and looking at closing those funds that are inactive.
members don’t fully understand their responsibilities and obligations including actively investing for the member’s ultimate retirement benefit. By examining both small and larger funds, it is found that the larger funds tend to be more active – generally because the trustees/ members know they need to be more active in investment choices the more you have in super the more it can potentially grow – hence why financial advisers are engaged and accountants are also actively involved in monitoring the fund. Many of the smaller funds are the inactive funds where balances are sitting in cash with little to no activity. With any type of investment activity though, a strategy must come first. One of the key points is that the ATO wants trustees to be active by stipulating the investment strategy rule that they must have a strategy in place and that it must be reviewed regularly. Why go to the trouble to set up a fund, rollover benefits and then not consider all your investment goals and opportunities for the fund? The investment strategy rules were tightened for SMSFs in 2012, and a breach of this rule could result in an Auditor Contravention Report. Contravention reports
can ultimately lead to the process of winding up of an SMSF. Previous to 2012, the investment strategy review (and or replacement) tended to be more on an ad hoc basis. Often, the review occurred when the year end financial statements were being reviewed (i.e. after the fact). The rule of thumb is to prepare a strategy before placing money into investments. This process involves the trustee’s determination of the fund investment objectives, and methods to achieve these objectives, based on the following principles: • To maximise the return to members, taking into account the risks associated with the holding of different types of investments; • To consider the benefits of diversifying the investments of the fund; • To ensure the fund has sufficient cash liquidity at any given time to pay member benefits and other costs incurred, as they become payable; and • To consider whether the fund should hold insurance cover for members. To protect your Self-Managed Super Fund, get active in your investment strategy, know your responsibilities, lodge your returns on time, and keep up to date.
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IN TIMES OF CRISIS
FOUR KEY ACTIONS THAT APPLY EQUALLY TO BUSINESS IN CHALLENGING TIMES AS THEY DO IN DISASTER AND CRISIS AREAS
BY PETER BAINES OAM (WWW.PETERBAINES.COM.AU)
In times of crisis and disaster true leaders are identified not by the position or title they hold but by their actions and reactions. Those on the ground in Vanuatu dealing with the aftermath of Cyclone Pam and the destruction and devastation that has been left behind want leadership. Where it comes from will depend upon who steps up and acts with clarity and certainty and takes control. Leading in times of crisis and disaster you won’t have all the answers, you won’t even know what the questions are going to be, but with action comes clarity. In the aftermath of the South East Asian tsunami there was somewhere between 250,000 and 300,000 people who would lose their lives across several countries. Most of those who lost their life were in Banda Ache, Indonesia. In Thailand 5395 bodies were recovered following the same disaster and an identification effort, the size of which had never been seen before was undertaken by forensic practitioners from 36 different countries who arrived to help. There was over 400 forensic staff that all descended from across the globe to assist in the efforts of returning those loved ones to their families. Approximately half of those who lost their life were Thai nationals. One of the biggest challenges facing the teams that arrived was that what they were about to do was unprecedented in terms of size and co-ordination. There was no international org chart that provided for a leadership structure, there was no road map to follow or precedent which had been set. What defined the leaders was the actions and reactions that they took. In business the challenges might not be as sudden or on the scale that occurred in the aftermath of the tsunami. The challenges to business may not be on the back of a crisis or disaster the challenge to leadership might be the result of unprecedented growth. Importantly it’s what we do and the decisions that are made which really defines true leaders. Working in Thailand for several months as part of the Australian leadership team deployed following the South East Asian tsunami I witnessed the acts of leaders that defined them far greater than any position or
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title they might have held. Similar acts of leadership were on show as I travelled through the prefectures of Japan in the days and weeks after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that again defined true leaders. Conversely working in Saudi Arabia following the floods in the city of Jeddah 2009, it was the absence of some of these leadership qualities that resulted in the unnecessary loss of life. In Thailand there were actions taken by those who led without authority that defined them and built a following from the 400 forensic staff that would be part of the humanitarian response. There were four key repeatable actions the leaders took that apply equally to business in challenging times of growth as they do in disaster and crisis areas: Speed – Those who first arrived on the ground in Thailand did not possess a greater level of experience or expertise than many of their international colleagues. The Australian leaders did not loose more nationals to the disaster than other countries that would warrant them leading, but they took action. It wasn’t complex, it was action. When there is a gap in the market place, when an opportunity presents, so often it is the first to move that will hold that position of leadership. If you wait until you have all of the answers to all of the possible questions, someone will beat you to it. The fact the Australian leaders acted decisively and took action put them into positions of leadership and others followed. Sensitivity – When we implement change it upsets people as there is variance to their routine and often change is met with resistance. There is comfort in the familiar. If we accept that change is met with resistance what do we do to address those areas of resistance prior to implementing change. This was the second thing the Australian leaders did well in Thailand after the tsunami and equally as well when working in Bali after the 2002 bombings with the Indonesian Government. There was significant change required to process and procedure which had been adopted by the local authorities following both incidents. The Australian leaders were able to bring about the significant change that was required by addressing the issues of resistance prior to seeking to implement the change program.
Structure – Arriving at a temple in Thailand to find 3500 decomposing bodies on the ground with forensic practitioners arriving from across the globe to assist, there needs to be a structure in place. You can’t just make it up as you go. But we tend to impose to much structure to the process we have in place which in turn kills our creativity. You can’t have an organisation that is innovative and one that is mistake free. You get to choose one – not both. Overlaying our teams with policy and procedure every step of the way takes away the ability to make decisions and lead with innovation and creative thought. Simplicity – Following on from the third point of structure is simplicity. We need our leaders to make decisions and at times they need to make decisions without deliberation. If our leaders act with good integrity, good intent and consult where they can and then make a decision and get it wrong, they will be forgiven. If our leaders fail to make decisions for fear of making the wrong decision they won’t be forgiven. It is better to make a wrong decision than lack the courage to make any decision at all. It was these four leadership qualities of acting with speed, sensitivity, structure and simplicity that I witnessed whilst on the ground in response to the disasters in Bali, Thailand and Japan. Working in Saudi Arabia and reviewing the response to the 2009 floods in the city of Jeddah at the request of the government, it was interesting to note that in my opinion numerous lives were lost unnecessarily because of the lack of speed and structure from their response. Our business lives are not filled with responses to natural and criminal acts that claim the lives of thousands of people at a time. But we don’t have to have a crisis or disaster on this scale to apply simple leadership qualities that will separate you and your organisation from those you are competing for share of market with. It’s what you do and how you act that is more important than the title on your business card when the pressure is on.
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“IF OUR LEADERS FAIL TO MAKE DECISIONS FOR FEAR OF MAKING THE WRONG DECISION THEY WON’T BE FORGIVEN. IT IS BETTER TO MAKE A WRONG DECISION THAN LACK THE COURAGE TO MAKE ANY DECISION AT ALL.” PETER BAINES OAM
Peter Baines OAM: Peter became passionate for sustainable leadership after he took part in the natural disaster response team who witnessed the devastating effects of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami. In late 2005, Peter established Hands Across the Water, a charity that raises funds for and awareness of Thai children who were left orphaned by the disaster. Today, Peter helps businesses build effective sustainable leadership while travelling the globe as a keynote speaker. Published by WILEY, Doing Good by Doing Good is available now in paperback RRP $34.95 from www.peterbaines.com.au
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ANZAC Day commemoration events including Dawn Service will be held at six locations including Jezzine Barracks, ANZAC Park and the Thuringowa Cenotaph.
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Townsville Blues and Roots Festival 9–11 April Jezzine Barracks, The Old Courthouse Theatre and The Perfumed Gardens Skin Sea and Surf Townsville or www.oztix.com.au Dive-in Movie Night at Riverway Lagoon 17 April 7.15pm Chill out at Riverway on Friday night at the free Dive-In Movie Night. Grab your lie-low and lounge in the lagoon while watching Rio 2! Riverway Lagoon National Youth Fest 2015 Strand Sunset Beach Party 17 April 2–6pm Strand Park North Ward TCC Events and Protocol Unit 1300 878 001 Queensland Country Centre Family Fun Day 18 April 9am–2pm Queensland Country Centre 333 Ross River Road Aitkenvale Palm Island Open Day 19 April www.townsvilletickets.com.au 10 Days in the Towers 24 April–3 May Multiple locations The 10 Days in The Towers Festival brings the historic North Queensland town of Charters Towers to life in a very unique way. Locals and visitors can enjoy line dancing, bush poetry, talent quests and historic tours during the period of the festival which also includes two country music festivals – the All Australian Jamboree and the Charters Towers Country Music Festival. www.tendays.com.au 5221 2145
JAM – A Taste of Noosa Luncheon 26 April 12.30pm Picnic Bay Surf Life Saving Club www.townsvilletickets.com.au 4721 4900
ANZAC DAY
Townsville and Thuringowa 25 April Townsville City Council invites you to attend ANZAC Day commemoration events including Dawn Services at six locations, or watch the ANZAC Park Service live on big screens from Jezzine Barracks. Observe the ANZAC Parade as it makes its way from ANZAC Park along the Strand and concludes at Jezzine, including a special guard of honour for our veterans and serving troops. Plus, for the first time, watch the ANZAC Day Services at Gallipoli and Villers-Brettoneux televised live on the big screens at Jezzine. Dawn Services: 5:30am ANZAC Park, The Strand and Jezzine Barracks (N.B. There will be a live simulcast of the Dawn Service at ANZAC Park to Jezzine Barracks). 5:40am Thuringowa Cenotaph Thuringowa Drive. For more information contact TCC Events and Protocol Unit 1300 878 001
THEATRE + CONCERTS
The Ten Tenors on Broadway 17 April 7.30pm Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
Young Indigenous Printmakers 10 April–17 May Umbrella Studio www.umbrella.org.au 4772 7109
2015 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow in Townsville 23–24 April Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
SPORT
Aviva String Quartet 26 April 2pm Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797 On a Humorous Note starring Hilary Henshaw 28–29 April 11am Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
EXHIBITIONS
Stars in the River: the prints of Jessie Traill A National Gallery of Australia Exhibition Until 10 May Perc Tucker Regional Gallery www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Flak 1–2 April 8pm Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
The Intuitive Landscape Until 10 May Perc Tucker Regional Gallery www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Latin Vibrations Dance Showcase 2 April 8pm Riverway Arts Centre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
Museum Zoo 4 April–26 January Museum Tropical Queensland www.mtq.qm.qld.gov.au 4726 0600
Sleeping Beauty – Moscow Ballet La Classique 9 April 7.30pm Townsville Civic Theatre www.ticketshop.com.au 4727 9797
Post Post 10 April–17 May Umbrella Studio www.umbrella.org.au 4772 7109
Northern Fury Football Club Townsville Sports Reserve 18 April 7.30pm v South West Queensland Thunder 25 April 7pm v Brisbane City www.northernfury.com.au 4778 2352 NRL Cowboys 18 April 5.30pm v New Zealand Warriors 1300SMILES Stadium www.ticketek.com.au 132 849
MARKETS
Cotters Rotary Markets Flinders Street, Sundays 8.30am–1pm. Willows Rotary Markets Willows Shopping Centre car park, Sundays 7am–11am. Magnetic Island Night Markets Arcadia RSL, Fridays 5pm–9pm. Horseshoe Bay Markets second and fourth Sundays, 9am–2pm. NQ Farmers Markets North Shore Town Centre, Burdell, Saturdays. Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Craft Precinct, Perc Tucker Regional Gallery third Sundays 8.30am–1pm. Bushland Beach Markets first and third Sundays 8.00am–1pm. Balgal Beach Market, Beachside Fishermans Landing first and third Saturdays 8am–1pm. Renegade Handmade Market, Aitkenvale School second Saturdays 8am–1pm. Townsville Artist Market, Riverway Arts Centre 18 April 2–5pm.
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National Trust Heritage Festival The Note of War 18 April–18 May Daily 10am–4pm Closed Anzac Day An exhibition of the 31st Battalion, The Kennedy Regiment, notes the story of war from the 31st Bn Regiment Waltz to The Last Post. Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Baby Bop Every Tuesday 7, 14, 21, 28 April 10am–11am. Free. Bop along with your baby at the Library. Share a fun and interactive time, making music, rhyming and singing with your child. For parents and newborns to two years. No booking required. Hinchinbrook Shire Library
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School Holiday Fun 4 April–18 April 2015. Free. From Boxtrolls to butterflies, art to acrobatics, there is a load of fun for everyone these holidays. Jump onto the TYTO website for the full details. All activities are for a variety of ages. See also Movie Magic. TYTO
Story Time 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 2015 Every Thursday 10am to 11am. Free. Come and listen to stories, sing songs and share books with your child. Sessions include a new story and related craft activity each week. No booking required. Hinchinbrook Shire Library Sunday Kids Arts & Crafts 5, 12, 9, 26 April 11am–3pm. Free. Every Sunday there is a fun craft activity to help develop kids creativity. No booking required. Hinchinbrook Shire Library
DISPLAYS
Defending the Pacific Daily 10am–4pm. Free. This commemorative exhibit tells the story of the first mobilisation of Australian Troops in WW1, 100 years ago. Several displays throughout the Library expand upon this exhibit and tell of the men and women who volunteered. Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Movie Magic THE BOXTROLLS. Friday 3 April from 6.00pm Free Family Movie Night. Rated PG. The fable of an underground cavern-dwelling community of quirky and loveable oddballs. Kids enjoy a pre-movie themed craft activity. Food and beverages available for purchase. TYTO Amphitheatre Movie Magic in LUCINDA MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE’S MOST WANTED. Saturday 4 April from 6pm Free Family Movie Night. Rated PG. Alex, Marty, Gloria and Melman are still fighting to get home to their beloved Big Apple this time via Europe. Kids enjoy a pre-movie themed craft activity. Food and beverages available for purchase. Borello Park , Lucinda Movie Magic at FORREST BEACH MR PEABODY & SHERMAN. Sunday 5 April from 6pm Free Family Movie Night. Rated PG. Mr. Peabody is an all-round genius and a bow-tie-wearing bespectacled dog. Kids enjoy a pre-movie themed craft activity. Food and beverages available for purchase. Progress Park, Forrest Beach Sunday Session Live Music Sunday 26 April and the last Sunday of every month April to October. 4.30pm–6.30pm. Free.
Rock’n’Roll with Townsville’s popular 45 RPM! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon, overlooking the picturesque TYTO lagoons listening to live music. BYO rug or chairs. Food and beverages available for purchase. BYO alcohol in designated areas only. TYTO Amphitheatre
EXHIBITIONS
A Camera on Gallipoli Exhibition 2 April to 3 May 2015 10am–4pm In 1915, Sir Charles Ryan captured the Australians’ experience on Gallipoli via a series of candid photographs, displaying the mateship, stoicism and dogged endurance – the spirit of ANZAC. TYTO Regional Art Gallery
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Handmade in Hinchinbrook Artisan Markets Saturday 4 April then first Saturday of each month April to October. 1pm–4pm Enjoy an afternoon wandering through this collective, showcasing original works by local artisans and craft enthusiasts. Chat to artists, watch demonstrations, take part in mini workshops and purchase unique gifts or keepsakes. TYTO Parklands, off Macrossan Avenue, Ingham.
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TYTO Wetland Tours Wednesday and Saturday 9am. Adult $15pp Child 5–14 $5pp. Conditions: minimum numbers or by appointment, group savings available. Discover the Wetlands and learn about some of the 240 bird species found at TYTO. TYTO Information & Wetlands Centre Sugar Tracks Free Display: Daily 10am–4pm. Paid Tour: Tuesday and Saturday 10am. Adult $25pp Child 5–14 $15pp. Conditions: minimum numbers or by appointment, group savings available. A journey that brings to life a yesteryear that shaped the great pioneering cane communities of Hinchinbrook. Enjoy a traditional Cane Cutter’s Smoko (light lunch). Choose a free walking display with guiding brochure (without Smoko) or a paid guided tour (with Smoko). Meet at Hinchinbrook Shire Library
UKE-LOCO Ukelele Lessons 5 and 19 April Beginners: 12noon–1pm $15. UKE-LOCO Members: 1.15pm–4pm $25. Bookings required. Ever wanted to learn to play the Ukulele? Here’s your chance to learn from a master of the craft! Hinchinbrook Shire Library Freestyle AUDIO 12 and 26 April 10am–4pm. Free. Make your own music at the TYTO Recording Studio with the assistance of a Sound Engineer. Who knows? You could be the next best new talent at the ARIAS! Bookings essential. TYTO Recording Studio
All dates and times are correct at printing. For up to date information please see our Facebook page or the website. All listings subject to change without notice.
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TONY’S FOODLAND
FIORI WITH LOVE
TIDDALIKS
Tony’s Foodland stocks a fantastic range of ham’s, salami’s and cured meats, Australian and imported cheeses, a variety of mouth-watering olives along side fresh fruit and vegetables – most sourced locally. Mokador espresso coffee, tea, cold drinks and ice creams are available daily, with delicious panni’s, wraps, focaccia and homemade sweet treats Monday to Friday. Experience the friendly service from Marco and Margaret 7 days. OPEN: Monday–Friday 7.30am–5.30pm, Saturday 7.30am–4pm, Sunday 8am–1pm. 71 McIlwraith Street Ingham (next to TYTO) 4776 2522
Meet with friends for morning or afternoon tea amongst the flowers. Enjoy Fiori with Love a delightful combination coffee stop and florist in the heart of Ingham. Priding themselves on the freshest flowers in modern artistic arrangements to suit all occasions, in store you will find beautifully crafted bouquets, décor pieces including artificial arrangements to suit. Peace of mind is guaranteed with the highest level of customer service. OPEN: Monday–Friday 8.30am–5pm. 80 Cartwright Street Ingham 4776 2362
Overlooking the beautiful TYTO Wetlands in Ingham is Tiddaliks, a café offering delicious organic coffee, a full bar, and a frequently changing menu driven by seasonal and local produce. The café is a hidden gem in a prime location, perfect for soaking up the serene surrounds from its timber deck. Open breakfast and lunch Wednesday–Sunday and dinner Friday–Saturday. Located at TYTO, Macrossan Avenue, Ingham www.tiddaliks.com.au 4776 6832
Café Conference Centre Events, activities and workshops Information and Wetlands Centre Library with free wi-fi Parklands with picnic areas Regional Art Gallery Wetlands TYTO Information & Wetlands Centre TYTO Conference Centre TYTO Regional Art Gallery Hinchinbrook Shire Library
BE INSPIRED Art - Culture - Nature - Knowledge Marvel at the latest Regional Art Gallery exhibition, tour the Wetlands - home to some 240 species of birds, learn amazing facts and play interactive games at the Information and Wetlands Centre, lunch in the picturesque parklands, discover local and unique military history in our Heritage Collections or relax with free computer and wi-fi access in the Library. Enjoy regular events, workshops and activities. While away an hour or a day of artistic, cultural and ecological excellence. Just over an easy 1 hour drive, north of Townsville on the southern approach to Ingham, the heart of Hinchinbrook.
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REGIONAL COMPETITION RAISES STAKES IN ARTS AWARDS
THE 2015 NQ ARTS AWARDS WILL SHOWCASE THE BEST OF THE REGION WITH MORE THAN 200 NOMINATIONS RECEIVED ACROSS CHARTERS TOWERS, THE BURDEKIN, HINCHINBROOK AND TOWNSVILLE, SPANNING THE PERFORMING, VISUAL AND LITERARY ARTS. The 2015 NQ Arts Awards is the region’s pinnacle arts and cultural event recognising and showcasing the artistic talents of groups and individuals. Community and Culture Committee chair Cr Sue Blom said there had been some high calibre nominations this year. “Nominations have been received across a range of art forms including exhibitions, theatre shows, arts events, literary publications as well as individuals in the arts community that have made outstanding contributions,” Cr Blom said. “This year we have expanded the nomination catchment across the region and improved the nomination process which has definitely resulted in more entries.” This year’s awards will include 13 award categories with individuals, groups and organisations able to nominate in the areas of Dance, Music, Writing and publishing, production, events/festivals and visual arts. The winners of the NQ Arts Awards will be announced at a gala event showcasing local artists, dance groups and theatre performers at Townsville Civic Theatre on Friday 8 May 2015, with tickets going on sale from www.ticketshop.com.au soon. Members of public are invited to attend this arts ‘night-of-nights’ to celebrate the talents and successes of the flourishing North Queensland arts community. For more details on the NQ Arts Awards visit www.townsville.qld.gov.au
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WRITERS’ VOICES UP NORTH
Peter FitzSimons, Judy Nunn, David Malouf, Inga Simpson and Hugh Lunn
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Writers workshops, authors talks, book signings, panel discussions, literary dinners and much more!
Literary Festival 21-24 May
For more information visit www.townsville.qld.gov.au
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ARE YOU READY FOR WOW? Thirty-two of the world’s most unique, engaging, awe-inspiring and award winning wearable artworks drawn from the WOW World of WearableArt permanent collection will undertake their first ever world tour to galleries and museums throughout the globe. In an Australian first Perc Tucker Regional Gallery will be the exclusive venue for the momentous international touring exhibition, WOW World of WearableArt in Australia. One of New Zealand’s cultural success stories over the past 27 years has been the spectacular growth of WOW; an annual design awards show that has blossomed at the intersection of fashion and art. This unique event, which draws an audience to Wellington of over 50,000 people every year, has encouraged an explosion of creative activity, inspiring a wide range of fashion designers, artists, costumemakers and other artisans from all over the world to enter the Awards. The range of garments produced for the event is simply breathtaking; as the rules of competition mean that anything that is in any way wearable can find a place on stage, so long as it is original, beautifully designed and well made. Sculptor and WOW founder Dame Suzie Moncrieff describes “… the joy and energy of wearable art is that it enables designers to see the body as a blank canvas on which they can develop any idea that appeals to them. The garments do not have to be commercially viable. They do not even have to take themselves seriously. The only thing they must be is wearable”. Exposure on WOW’s stage has launched the careers of many New Zealand and international designers. The appeal of $165 000 in prize money and scholarships, across 39 awards, helps to attract designers working in a diverse range of creative fields, such as film, fashion and art, as well as enthusiastic amateurs. Image: Mengue Wu and Yuru Ma DELIGHT OF LIGHT Donghua University, Shanghai, China
DUO MAGAZINE IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH PERC TUCKER REGIONAL GALLERY AND SHANE FITZGERALD, MANAGER GALLERY SERVICES, TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL, IN A SERIES THAT DISCUSSES CURRENT TRENDS, MUSINGS AND INSIGHTS INTO CONTEMPORARY VISUAL ARTS.
WOW IS COMING TO TOWNSVILLE ON A SCALE NEVER BEFORE SEEN IN AUSTRALIA. The annual WOW Awards show not only continues to inspire audiences with its vast creative boundaries but is also recognised as the single largest cultural event in New Zealand. Creating wearable art garments encourages lateral and original thinking, challenges the normal convention of beauty and expectations, and provokes an emotional response throughout the design process. WOW is best described as a glorious rebellion against the mundane, a choreographed collision where fantasy meets reality and dreams merge with nightmares. For the audience, it’s sensory saturation, with the works transporting the viewer within the realms of imagination; there is neither narration nor any language barriers. WOW, World of WearableArt exhibition was officially launched at the Auckland Museum on the 20th November and during its display period has attracted in excess of 120 000 visitors. Next stop – Townsville. From the 29th May to 12th July Perc Tucker Regional Gallery will showcase the full exhibition of 32 works that have been acquired over the last 27 years. WOW, World of WearableArt presents not only the very best of the WOW permanent collection, but also exciting AV presentations of the Awards Show and a ‘workroom’ where visitors can delve more deeply into the story of WOW, try their hand at some wearable art design, and experiment with stage lighting. In a DUO exclusive we are able to provide a preview of some of the outstanding works included in the exhibition. The following pages highlight a small sample of the diversity and creativity that is WOW. The works are equally as diverse as they are captivating – showcasing the creative talents of artists from all corners of the globe. WOW is coming to Townsville. Are you ready?
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Image: Lai Kit Ling IN THE OP Hong Kong Design Institute
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Image: Sarah Thomas AMERICAN DREAM New Zealand
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Image: Yogesh Chaudhary and Manas Barve LOOPS India
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Image: Mary Wing To HYLONOME UK
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Image: Fenella Fenton and Jeff Thomson MANTILLA New Zealand
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Image: Marjolein Dallinga SKIN Canada
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“A ‘PRETTY GOOD’ FROM THE MOUTH OF IAN MOSS — I’M HAPPY WITH THAT!” JACOB LONG
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FROM SOLO ACOUSTIC ARTIST TO FULLY FLEDGED BAND FRONTMAN, TOWNSVILLE SINGER-SONGWRITER JACOB LONG HAS BEEN CONFIDENTLY CARVING HIS NAME INTO THE LOCAL SOUNDSCAPE. DRAWING INSPIRATION from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Kings of Leon, The Script and The Fray, Jacob Long’s catchy brand of alterna-pop will get under your skin (and stuck in your head). “I describe alternative pop as pop music that blends contrasting musical styles. My music definitely has typical pop elements in its melodies but my arrangements tend to be a little obscure to the mainstream,” says the 24-year-old Pimlico resident. “I grew up listening to an eclectic collection of musical artists and that has trickled through into my writing.” His 2013 debut single Lost My Phone was a clear introduction to Jacob’s colourful sound and quirky lyricism. Jacob followed with the release of his self-titled EP in 2014 and has toured with Aussie legends Ian Moss and James Reyne. “Touring with Ian Moss was completely different to being on the road with James Reyne. Ian Moss was doing an acoustic tour and James Reyne was with his full band. It was awesome to see
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the difference first-hand,” Jacob says. “As soon as I walked into the venue in Emerald I saw him (Ian Moss) and was invited to sit down for dinner. “It was a weird feeling, one of Australia’s biggest rock legends inviting me to have dinner with him. He came in and sat in on one of my sound checks and said I was ‘pretty good’. A ‘pretty good’ from the mouth of Ian Moss — I’m happy with that!” Jacob is excited to be working on his second EP, the lead single of which, Won’t Hide It, is available now on iTunes. “I wrote Won’t Hide It when I was in Sri Lanka on mission with my church. The inspiration behind it was being away from my girlfriend Jessica (who later became my wife). It was the first time we’d been that far away from each other and I tried to capture that emotion,” Jacob says. Jacob makes regular appearances at Burnda Street Unplugged, an all-age acoustic event created to support the Townsville community, promote opportunity and foster culture among local musicians.
“I love playing there because it invites a very supportive crowd, and the quality of sound and performers are awesome,” Jacob says. “Other than that, I play at James Cook University off and on, and play with my band whenever we get the chance. The guys I play with (Matt Marano on bass, Matt Chandler on drums and Joel Stevens on lead guitar) are great friends and excellent musicians.” Hopeful for a North Queensland tour of his own one day, Jacob asks the Townsville community to: “Continue to support the local guy and make every effort you can to get to a show.”
GET CONNECTED www.facebook.com/jacoblongmusic www.facebook.com/burndastreet www.youtube.com/user/jacoblongmusic Twitter and Instagram: @jacoblongmusic
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We believe food should be as fresh, clean and pure as possible. Townsville’s first market place providore of specialty foods and gifts. Freshly baked artisan breads, fresh quality produce and meats direct from local farms, as well as everything else you need for the gourmet’s kitchen! Drop in for breakfast or lunch to enjoy a coffee, frappe, smoothie or cold-pressed juice as well as a famous pie, pretzel sub or snack lovingly prepared by our in-store chef. Open 7 days 6am to 8pm 3-5 Illuka Street, Currajong behind Warrina Cineplex www.ottosmarket.com.au 4759 1755
Capitol Regent Restaurant is famous for its generous and quality servings! Upon ordering from the extensive menu your meal is individually cooked with the freshest ingredients. Phone and catering orders are welcome, and the Capitol Regent Team welcomes you and your family and friends anytime. Open 7 days a week from 11.30am to 9.30am. Cannon Park Dining and Entertainment www.cannonpark.com.au 4723 4393
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Winner of Australian Good Food Guide Chef’s Hat Award 2014 With seasonally designed menus using the freshest produce from local suppliers, Jam Corner consistently offers unique dining experiences that leave you coming back for more. Whether for breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert, Matt Merrin and his team deliver modern Australian cuisine that is sure to impress. Jam Corner is also perfect for your next private function or event, with elegant dining locations such as the ‘Luxe Room’ and expansive upstairs function area with city and river views. Open Tuesday–Saturday 7am–late Sunday 7am–3pm 1 Palmer Street South Townsville www.jamcorner.com.au 4721 4900
Paleo Cafe is a revolutionary health food store and café based on the most logical philosophy for optimal health, the Paleo Lifestyle. Comprising of good-quality lean meats, seafood, eggs, vegetables, seasonal fruit, nuts, seeds and berries, the Paleo Café Menu is 100% gluten free, dairy-protein free and sugar free. Open from 7am to 6pm Sunday to Wednesday and from 7am-9pm Thursday-Saturday. Located in City Lane, 373-383 Flinders Street, Townsville. www.paleo-cafe.com.au 4771 4045
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Made with love and baked on premises from scratch ingredients, The Cheesecake Shop offers a delicious range of affordable ready-made treats and exquisite made-to-order celebration cakes for any occasion. Whether you are after a quarter for a daily treat, dessert for the family or a special celebration cake for that milestone. Open 7 days. The Cheesecake Shop Townsville Hermit Park 190 Charters Towers Road, Hermit Park 4725 4788 OR The Cheesecake Shop Willows Shop 1, 2 Kern Brothers Drive, Kirwan 4773 5599 www.cheesecake.com.au
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SURF, SALT AND CHARDONNAY IN A FIRST FOR NORTH QUEENSLAND, JAM’S MATT MERRIN HAS BEEN CHOSEN AS A GUEST CHEF FOR THE NOOSA INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL NEXT MONTH. INTERVIEW NICOLE THOMSON-PRIDE PHOTOGRAPHY SANDRA HEIER EVENSEN
“ONE MEMORY IS ASKING MUM TO RE-PLATE ONE OF MY DINNERS. I MAY HAVE GOTTEN A CLIP OVER THE EAR FOR THAT ONE…” MATT MERRIN
More than 200 chefs, producers, winemakers and media will descend on the village of Noosa to join foodies from all over the world at the Noosa International Food & Wine Festival (NIFW), Thursday 14 to Sunday 17 May. Among them will be our Townsville’s own Matt Merrin, who heads up chefhatted restaurant JAM. “It’s a very exciting opportunity to cross-promote Townsville and Noosa as great dining destinations,” says Matt, who is on a roll after JAM was named 2014 North Queensland Restaurant of the Year at the Restaurant & Caterers Savour Awards. “We also picked up a Gourmet Traveller Wine List award, which was a huge boost for us and Townsville, and we started 2015 with our third year in a row receiving a Chef Hat from the Australian Good Food Guide. At the Noosa International Food & Wine Festival, Matt will be using some sensational local produce in his cooking demonstration as he continues to promote how much Townsville is evolving.
the globe. All this set in one of the country’s best locations, Noosa, where you can enjoy the downtime at the beautiful beaches or enjoy a walk through the National Park along the coastline. “I’ve managed to squeeze in two events myself — a Hinterland Trail ‘farm and lunch’ experience on the Thursday and a Champagne breakfast on the Noosa beach Sunday morning.” This November marks a decade of living in Townsville for Matt. After living in Melbourne and working in some cutting-edge restaurants for seven years, Matt and his partner Paul decided they needed to spend more time around family. “Melbourne was a great place to expand my career and enjoy the culture the city has to offer after completing my apprenticeship in Perth,” Matt says. “A career highlight was cooking at Donavan’s Restaurant St Kilda alongside Robert Castellani.”
“I’ll be involved in a number of events, including a Guest Chef Degustation dinner at Ricky’s River Bar & Restaurant on the Noosa River,” Matt says.
Before realising his dream and opening JAM, Matt created a fresh culinary experience for Townsville as Executive Chef at the Watermark. With Matt at the helm, Watermark was the first restaurant in Townsville to receive a Star rating in the Courier Mail Good Food Guide.
Matt will be one of four presenting chefs with each cooking a course. The other guest chefs are Javier from Moda Brisbane, Ben from The Rees Hotel NZ and Brandon, head chef at Ricky’s.
“I fell in love with food in my teens. My mum will tell you I was ‘fussy’,” Matt laughs. “One memory is asking mum to re-plate one of my dinners. I may have gotten a clip over the ear for that one…
On the Saturday, Matt will assist food critic Elizabeth Merment in a cook-off against other food critics including Matt Preston.
“My back-up plan as a kid was to become an accountant, a subject I enjoyed at school, but I couldn’t sit still behind a desk all day. So instead of being an accountant I’m about to marry one this August after nearly 14 years together.”
“Anyone who enjoys food, wine and entertainment will love the NIFW. Without doubt it’s the best food and wine festival in the country,” Matt says. “The festival invites leading chefs from across Australia and some of the best international chefs across
For more information about the Noosa International Food & Wine Festival, visit www.noosafoodandwine.com.au.
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RICE PAPER ROLL INGREDIENTS 2 Vietnamese rice paper sheets pan of warm water 1 soft shell crab 1 sprig Thai basil 1 sprig lemon basil 1 sprig mint 2 red shiso leaves 1 pinch somen noodles 1 small cucumber, cut into 10cm batons 4 butter lettuce leaves 1/2 carrot, julienned 1/2 cup Japanese panko breadcrumbs 1 egg red nahm jihm mayonnaise nuoc cham condiment herb plate for presentation PREPARATION Bring a pot of water to the boil and blanch the somen noodles for no longer than a minute. Refresh immediately in ice cold water. Do not let the noodles sit in the water as they will absorb liquid quickly, so remove quickly and twist into small piles on a side tray. Cover with cling film and leave to rest at room temperature. Take the flour, egg and breadcrumbs and place on three separate trays. Cut the soft shell crab into quarters and roll in the flour, transfer to the egg wash then the breadcrumbs, making sure that you have a thin crust of breadcrumbs (rather than clumps as this will make the crab very difficult to roll). Shallow fry until golden. Take a damp kitchen towel and lay it out on a chopping board. Then take one of the Vietnamese rice paper sheets and dip into the warm water for just 20 seconds: you will need the rice paper roll to still hold its shape. Lay out the sheet on the damp cloth and cut each end of the rice paper circle to make a rectangular shape. You will find the rice paper naturally starts to become softer on the damp cloth as it absorbs moisture.
Add the butter leaf lettuce on top of the rice sheet and start to layer the ingredients. First place a shiso leaf followed by the somen noodles, deep-fried soft shell crab, cucumber, carrot and add a small drizzle of mayonnaise along the centre of your roll. Place a layer of Thai basil, lemon basil and mint on top and start to roll the rice sheet tightly, taking care not to tear the sheet. The rice paper will stick naturally. You’ll end up with a roll approximately 8-10cm in length. To finish, slice it in half on a diagonal slant. Pull out some of the crab from inside the rolls for presentation purposes and transfer to a serving plate. Serve with side dishes of red nahm jihm mayonnaise and nuoc cham to finish. Sarong twist If you’re looking for a vegetarian option, just remove the crab and add in golden fried tofu. Recipe continued over>
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Red Nahm Jihm Mayonnaise (Thai) INGREDIENTS 3 coriander root stems, white and green parts 3 cloves garlic, peeled 1 small bird’s eye chilli, seeds in 3 large red chillies, deseeded 1 small bunch fresh coriander 2 tablespoons fish sauce 3 tablespoons lime juice 1 egg yolk 5 grams salt 200ml of good quality salad oil METHOD Blend all ingredients together (apart from the egg and oil) first. When finely blended, add the egg yolk then gradually start adding the oil, in a slow but steady stream, while continuing to blend on a low setting. You will see the mixture emulsify as the mayonnaise start to form. For greater control over the process, this stage can also be done in a mixing bowl with an electric whisk.
Nuoc Cham Dressing (Vietnamese) INGREDIENTS 4 large red chillies, deseeded 8 cloves garlic, peeled 1 cup fish sauce 2 cups Heinz white vinegar 1 cup white sugar 1 cup water pinch salt METHOD Julienne then finely chop chillies and garlic and set to one side in a bowl. Combine vinegar and sugar together in a bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add the fish sauce and a pinch of salt then pour over the chillies and garlic. Mix gently and store in an airtight container in the fridge. In Vietnam there is often a chilli garlic vinegar mix to hand in the kitchen at all times. The chef will then add fish sauce and sugar to the base mix as required. Pre-soaking the garlic and chillies in vinegar lends a deeper infusion of flavours and colour.
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INGREDIENTS 700ml chicken stock 1 pinch salt 7 tablespoons fish sauce 4 limes, juiced 7 tablespoons chilli jam 2 small knobs galangal, peeled and sliced 5 coriander roots 3 small red chillies 8 shallots, halved 4 stalks lemongrass 7 large mussels 5 king prawns 150 grams snapper fillet, cut into 5 pieces 2 cups oyster mushrooms 1/2 cup flat leaf coriander, roughly chopped 8 cherry tomatoes, halved 6 kaffir lime leaves, torn Oyster sauce (optional) PREPARATION Place chicken stock and a pinch of salt in a large pot and bring to the boil. Bruise the lemongrass, lime leaves, galangal and coriander root in a mortar and pestle. Roughly chop the shallots, chillies and galangal to release their flavours, then place in the boiling stock. Stir in the chilli jam and bring to the boil once again, before adding in the fish sauce and lime juice. Reduce from a boil to a low simmer. Whilst the stock is simmering, slice the oyster mushrooms and set aside together with the cherry tomatoes and coriander. Prepare the seafood by cutting up the fish, cleaning the mussels and shelling the prawns (leaving the heads intact). Poach the seafood in the simmering tom yum stock for approximately 4 minutes. Add in the mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and remaining herbs to the broth. Season with oyster sauce if desired. Serve immediately. Sarong twist If you find that you cannot achieve the right flavour and depth for the tom yum soup, add some oyster sauce or more lime juice as desired. For a deluxe version, add yabbies or lobster to the selection of seafood.
Chilli Jam (Thai) INGREDIENTS 300ml vegetable oil 1/2 kilogram red onion 250 grams garlic, peeled 30 grams galangal, peeled 35 grams large dry red chillies 50 grams small dried shrimp 50 grams fish sauce 75 grams palm sugar 75 grams tamarind pulp METHOD Slice and dry roast the galangal in the oven until crispy. Finely slice the garlic and red onion. Heat all of the oil in a small pan to medium heat. Using the same oil for all the frying, first deep fry the garlic until golden then remove from pan. Then fry onion until translucent and starting to crisp on edges. Remove, and then follow with the dried shrimp. Finally deep fry the chillies for just 10 seconds only. Blend all fried ingredients together set to one side. Warm half a cup of the used oil and add the palm sugar and fish sauce. Add the paste to the oil and continue to cook through for five minutes, then mixing in the tamarind pulp to finish. Cool and transfer to the fridge.
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International Women’s Day Breakfast
Michaela Thomas and Elderene Broston
Jupiters Townsville
Photography Dani Hansen Hosted by the Soroptimist International Townsville Breakwater and Zonta Club of Townsville Inc, this event celebrated the achievements of women. The guest speaker, Ms Irene Santiago, is the Executive Director of the NGO Forum in Beijing in 1995.
Alexandra Zollner and Ally McDonald
Ligia Learmonth and Michelle Kotzas
Emma Elphinstone, Antonia Kirk and Linda Ruggieri
Brittany Holman, Rosalind Dowd and Jaye Mustard Michelle Morton and Jayne Arlett
Imelda Alexopoulos and Helen Hobbs Linda Shi and Bronwyn Wheldon
Danica Olsen and Renee Richards
Janene Lillyman and Astrod Orne-Gliemann Michele Hyde and Tia Cox
Kate Sullivan and Sharyn Brown
Sharon Ralph and Fiona Paton
Paula Williamson and Miranda Hamilton
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Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC Summer Surf Girl Entrant Casey Chalkley’s Gala Event TPBSLSC Clubhouse, The Strand Photography Clare Powell Surfgirl entrant, Casey Chalkley, worked hard all season raising money for the Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC, culminating in the gala night. A silent auction, raffles, fine food by Michel’s and music by Groove kept guests smiling.
Chloe Doyle and Tegan McKeon
Allison and Robbie Chalkley
Danielle Gallloway and Debbie Moir
Natelee Keen, Teresa Chaillon and Cynthia Dibartolo
Joanna Murray and Gail Kingston
Jim and Jenny Heery
Kristine Fowler and Casey Chalkley
Jaimie Coe and Amanda Fry
Kristen and Luke Heery Kerry Brunker and Vicki Penrose
Lisa Davenport and Melissa McDonald
Peta and John Soutar
Tamara Everall and Lachlan Rankin
Paula and Gary Morgan
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S&P Townsville Crocs MVP and Gala Awards Night Jupiters Townsville
Photography Alix Sweeney
Jacqui Dover and Micaela Smith
It was time for the Crocs players, staff, volunteers and fans to let their hair down and enjoy a fun night out. The night began with the players performing a cheerleading routine for the audience. Mirko Djeric and Mitch Norton were voted the best dancers.
Sasha Krasniewicz, Mitch Norton, Clint Stiendl, Kayla Standish, Shannan Kenny and Greg Vanderjagt
Shawn and Lani Dennis
Conor Holmes and Kristina Conklin
Glen Gilmore and Jason Conn (Volunteer of the Year)
Leah Buchanan and Don Byers Stevie Markovic and Micaela Cocks
Todd Blanchfield and Jillian Harmon
Alex Offerman and Tom Howard
Jacob and Conor Holmes Mike and Annette Kelly
Corey Fordyce, Kelsey Blanchfield, Steve Blanchfield, Karen Blanchfield, Todd Blanchfield and Jillian Harmon
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Mia Newley and Max Murray
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Photography Clare Powell Last year Townsville Airport doubled as a Bollywood movie set for a romantic comedy about fly-in, fly-out mine workers. The leads were Townsville’s own Madeleine Dyer, and her husband Daniel Mulvihill. The event was kickstarted by the brilliant Rhythms Bhangra. Ratnesh, Rakesh and Rajit Gilhotra
Ross Thomas, Paul Andersen and Bill Leimbach Carla Lejarraga and Kate Retzki
Arlene Valentine and Ray Dickson
Claire Dobbins and Jane Meredith
Bernie and Josie Lanigan Rhythms Bhangra
Suzie Thomas and Kylie Davis David Lee and Toni Jackson-Lee
Rajit Gilhotra and Courtney Dibben
John Retzki and Michelle Littman
Katelyn Wallace and Todd Barty
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INTERVIEW
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“YOU’RE HERE FOR A GOOD TIME NOT A LONG TIME SO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST!” AMANDA ESCRIVA
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AKA: Grandad, but only by my grandchildren I hope. You are renowned for: Retelling the story of how near I was to the London bomber ten minutes before he blew up the bus. What song reflects your personality: ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘Unchained Melody’. What overseas city would you love to move to: I have picked out apartments in Auckland, New York, London, Paris, Rome, Singapore, etc. As I child I always… enjoyed sports – rugby, sailing, anything. I still do! If you had a superpower what would it be: Really understanding everyone else around me. What do you think about when you are alone in your car: Why can’t everyone drive as wonderfully well and charmingly as I do? Right now I wish I was… A bit cooler. The one thing you can’t live without: Air? I have lots of things I like to do and have, but apart from people we love, is there anything we can’t do without? Townsville is a great place to live because… It has great variety – apart from the weather – in a convenient size. What is your trademark fashion style: Golf gear. Unbelievably smart casual – OK, casual. Last gift you gave someone: A book: The Leadership Secrets of Billy Graham. Best advice you have been given: Not every piece of advice is universally useful and lasting. Biggest regret: None. Of course, there’s lots of things I could have done better, but I keep moving on. Where is the one place visitors to Townsville must see: Go down Doorey Street, Railway Estate to the boat ramp just before dusk and watch the Ibises coming in to roost in their thousands. Wait a few more minutes and see thousands of bats leaving from the same area. Take mosquito repellent! Pick two celebrities to be your parents: Nope. I was happy with the two I had – Mum still going at 94. The motto you live by: I wish I really did treat others at least as well as I would like to be treated.
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DAVID NEVILLE
HAZELINA GONZALES ELMS
OWNER OF LUCKY BLACK CAT NEWS IN AYR
STORE MANAGER OF WORKOUT WORLD DOMAIN CENTRAL
ENTREPRENEUR / OWNER OF KATRINA’S KITCHEN DOMAIN CENTRAL
AKA: Chip, Chippy, Scriv. You are renowned for: My homemade spring rolls, outspoken personality and the face of Lucky Black Cat News. What song reflects your personality: ‘Redneck Woman’ by Gretchen Wilson. I’m a Plain Jane who doesn’t like to get dressed up. What overseas city would you love to move to: I have no interest in overseas. As I child I always… Wanted to play basketball for Australia. If you had a superpower what would it be? To be able to cure people of Cancer especially children. What do you think about when you are alone in your car: What are we going to have for tea. Right now I wish I was… Relaxed and on holidays, but with running a newsagency that doesn’t happen. Favourite day of the year: My Birthday – it’s nice to receive flowers and gifts from people who are important to me. The one thing you can’t live without: My husband and my two beautiful girls Jade and Zoe. Ayr is a great place to live because… I love the small town friendly environment. What is your trademark fashion style: Shorts, shirt and Asics shoes! In five years from now I hope I am… Debt free, healthy, happy and less stressed. Last gift you gave someone: Chocolates. Best advice you have been given: You must work hard to succeed. Biggest regret: Not working hard enough at school to get some sort of degree. Where is the one place visitors to Ayr must see: Alva Beach. It really is a beautiful relaxing place. My girls are in Lifesaving so we spend every Sunday there from October to April. The best day of your life: I have a few: my wedding day and the births of my two girls. Pick two celebrities to be your parents: Well I love country music so to be brought up by Tim Mcgraw and Faith Hill would be absolutely amazing! The motto you live by: ‘You’re here for a good time not a long time so live life to the fullest!’
AKA: Ha ha this one could go on forever but more recently I’ve been known as Keb, Disco, Nev, Quox, Vincent and ‘Did you know Dave’. You are renowned for: Random trivia and being sidetracked into giving lectures. What song reflects your personality: It changes daily. Today I guess it’s ‘Don’t You Worry Child’ by Swedish House Mafia. What overseas city would you love to move to: Anywhere in Germany, so Berlin or Munich. As I child I always… Had a vivid imagination and preferred my own company. Better conversation. If you had a superpower what would it be: Toughest question yet! I could spend a week thinking about this but I guess I’d have to say to be able to manipulate/ control matter. What do you think about when you are alone in your car: Usually along the lines of: ‘Do people not understand the concept of keeping left unless overtaking?’. Right now I wish I was… Travelling the world, knocking some things off my bucket list. Favourite day of the year: My birthday which doubles as a national holiday, Australia Day. The one thing you can’t live without: Other than the obvious I would say I have become highly dependent on the Internet. Townsville is a great place to live because… It’s small enough that your friends are never too far away and big enough that you can lose yourself if required. It’s taking off entertainment wise with some great local talent. Also the weather is great. In five years from now I hope I am… Still this charming and witty! Best advice you have been given: Don’t Worry. No amount of stress or worry has ever changed an outcome. Pick two celebrities to be your parents: I guess it would be Jake Gyllenhaal and Rachael Leigh Cook. That way I would probably be better looking. The motto you live by: ‘No regrets just lessons learned.’
AKA: Au. You are renowned for: I’m renowned for being forthright and direct. What song reflects your personality: ‘Eye Of The Tiger’. What overseas city would you love to move to: I had the chance to go on holidays to Florence,Italy. The beauty of Florence is not only what you see in the museums and old churches but the courtyards and gardens takes your breath away. The provincial ambiance is very close to my heart. As a child I always… helped my grandparents in running their small businesses. If you had a superpower what would it be: A Fairy, so I could grant good wishes and give happiness to terminally ill children. What do you think about when you are alone in your car: My family. There’s not a day that I don’t think about my father who passed away seven years ago. I am still grieving his loss. Right now I wish I was… On holidays, sailing around Tropea, Southern Italy. One thing you can’t live without: My sunglasses! Townsville is great place to live because… The people are very friendly and the weather is perfect for most of the year! What is your trademark fashion style: A self proclaimed lover of luxury clothing and accessories, I always wear designer labels. After all, who doesn’t want finer things in life that you have worked hard for? In five years from now I hope I am… Still working and productive. Last gift you gave someone: I gave my husband a pair of TOD’s shoes. Best advice you have been given: Always respect and honour your parents. Biggest regret: Not be able to pursue my dream to be a lawyer. The best day of your life: Getting my Australian Citizenship. It is a privilege. Pick two celebrities to be your parents: My parents are celebrities in their own right. The motto you live by: ‘Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.’
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LAST WORD
“YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN AND MOMENTUM CAN CHANGE SO QUICKLY AND OFTEN.” BEC BULLOCH
A CHAMPION FOR NETBALL
BEC BULLOCH IS HEAVILY INVOLVED IN NETBALL AND WILL TELL ANYONE AND EVERYONE ABOUT THE GAME SHE LOVES SO MUCH. WORDS NICOLE THOMSON-PRIDE PHOTOGRAPHY SANDRA HEIER EVENSEN
SOME PEOPLE look forward to their sweet 16th birthday. Other people count down the days until they turn 18. But when Bec Bulloch was growing up all she wanted was to turn nine years old – because that was the age when you were allowed to officially start playing netball. “Turning nine couldn’t come fast enough for me,” says Bec, who grew up in Bowen watching her older sister, Nat and mum, Helen play netball. “As it meant I could finally play netball – officially.” Since then Bec has always been involved in the game. She says she
fell in love with netball for its fast pace and unpredictability. “You never know what’s going to happen and momentum can change so quickly and often,” explains Bec. “There’s never a dull moment.” As she talks about netball with unwavering passion it is easy to understand why Bec is still so heavily involved in the game all these years later. When asked what she loves about the game so much, Bec admits she could probably go on forever. She has played netball, she has coached it, she has umpired it and she has even trained other girls to umpire games. “Developing some terrific
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young umpires over that past six or so years is something I am proud of,” says Bec. “They do me proud on a regular basis.”
fair, how to cope with winning and losing, resilience, tolerance, problem-solving, discipline, decision-making…the list goes on.”
Another achievement she is proud of is helping to build the Phoenix Netball Club to what it is today – a club with excellent values and hard-working, passionate people. “[Building up the club] has been no easy feat, but it’s been rewarding.”
Bec’s life these days doesn’t revolve around netball quite as much as it used to. This year she is determined to pull back, just a little. Besides a new event planning business, Dream Cloud Events, Bec is also busy with a young family. But there is no need to worry about Bec’s future involvement in the game – with two beautiful young daughters ready to come through the netball ranks, Bec will be on the courts for a long time to come.
As has watching young girls develop into great netballers – and also great people, as Bec believes sport helps people to develop and learn. [Sport teaches people about] how to cooperate and play
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