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Hello and welcome aboard 2015 has been a big year for Cobham and I look back with great pride at all the milestones we have achieved. Undoubtedly our biggest success in 2015 was the safe introduction of the Embraer 190 to the Cobham fleet. The E190 is the next-generation aircraft for the FIFO market and we are exceptionally proud to be the first to operate this aircraft type solely for the mining and resources industry. Passenger feedback has been excellent and we look forward to continued growth in this fleet type in the years to come. In addition to introducing the E190, we won new contracts and increased our unsealed runway operations and capabilities significantly. Cobham is the only aviation provider in Australia able to operate jet aircraft on unsealed runways and, in 2015, this capability enabled us to add two additional ports, Jundee and Plutonic Gold Mines, to our growing base.

Ryan Both Vice President & General Manager, Regional Services

These new contracts enabled us to introduce a second gravel-kit Avro RJ85 aircraft to our fleet, dedicated to servicing these new sites. Our gravel-kit capability was also the decisive factor in our ability to secure a three-year contract to provide FIFO services to Meekatharra. Importantly, these contract wins were an endorsement of our service, reliability and safety standards in an economically challenging environment. During the year, we continued to invest in our product, introducing two RJ85 aircraft to the fleet and commencing a re-painting program to complete the new branding we launched at the start of 2015. As we head towards the end of another year, from all of us at Cobham, we hope you have a safe and happy festive season and a prosperous new year. Thank you for flying with Cobham; we love having you on board.

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6 x BAe 146 (passenger) I 4 x BAe 146 (freight) 5 x Avro RJ100 I 1 x Avro RJ85 I 1 x Embraer 190

British Aerospace 146 (w) Length: 26.16m–30.99m I Wingspan: 26.21m I Height: 8.59m Cruise speed: 770km/h at 8,534m I Empty weight: 23,779–26,434kg Passenger capacity: 71–99 seats I Freight capacity: 10,300kg

Avro RJ85 Length: 29m I Wingspan: 26m I Height: 8.61m Cruise speed: 801km/h I Empty weight: 23,900kg

Avro RJ100 Length: 30.99m I Wingspan: 26.34m I Height: 8.59m Cruise speed: 780km/h I Empty weight: 26,393kg

Embraer 190 Length: 36m I Wingspan: 29m I Height: 10.5m Cruise speed: 833km/h I Empty weight: 29,000kg Passenger capacity: 104 I Freight capacity: 3,500kg

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New Cobham Aviation Services website Recently, Cobham Aviation Services launched its revamped website, cobhamaviationservices.com The new website: • • • • •

features a clean, fresh, modern design; is fully responsive to mobile phones and tablets; includes web forms enabling online enquiries; has interactive maps showcasing our flight routes (where applicable); has a significantly enhanced passenger information section with an integrated and automated ‘Flight Status’ section; • features a dedicated news section including media releases and ‘Cobham in the community’ stories; • includes a significantly enhanced careers section that enables prospective Cobham employees to apply online via the website’s Vacancies section; and • has social media sharing capabilities. The new website provides a solid foundation on which we can now expand, incorporating any information that would be beneficial for Cobham to convey publically. It will be an evolving platform that will continue to change in line with our business requirements. Please take a look. We’d love to hear your feedback, so email us on communications@cobham.com.au

Cobham joins with Santos to improve safety DURING AUGUST, senior executives and managers from 22 of Santos’ main contractor base convened in Moomba. The key objective was to discuss opportunities to improve safety performance across the Cooper Basin. The safety forum saw valuable collaboration, with all participants taking the opportunity to showcase great ideas and initiatives for improving safety. Some of our field personnel were

also given the opportunity to present and contribute to the sharing of lessons and experiences. Ideas were shared through a ’storyboard’ session and were reviewed by a small steering committee, who offered feedback and provided recommendation on the format and mandate for future CEO safety forums. It became clear during the twoday meeting that all the participating

companies shared very similar challenges. By working together, we believe we can build upon the good start we’ve made this year to establish a safe, sustainable long-term business in the Cooper Basin. Special thanks go to the collective help and generosity of industry colleagues, who committed their time and resources to help make this event a success.

Cabin crew commended by Chevron

Profile of the month

CABIN CREW member Laura Ramsden was recently commended by Chevron for her professionalism and competence when a passenger fell seriously ill during a Cobham flight. Laura provided timely medical assistance while maintaining a calm and professional attitude and continuing to carry out her cabin crew duties. “The cabin crew – Scott Henderson, Geoffrey Butler and Laura Ramsden – did a great job of looking after [the passenger] and making him as comfortable as possible. They created an area at the rear of the aircraft that provided an environment that would give the best chance of relief in order to get him through the flight,” said Chevron’s Senior Shore Base Supervisor. Both Chevron senior management and Cobham cabin crew management were impressed with Laura’s calmness and assured handling of a difficult situation. Laura’s achievement was acknowledged with a presentation by Mike Hoar, Aviation Advisor from Chevron. She has also been nominated for an employee award.

Our E-Jet Fleet Manager wins the 2015 Outback Air Race DURING AUGUST and September, Cobham E-Jet Fleet Manager Wayne Ovens competed in the 2015 Steadfast Outback Air Race, covering a distance of 8,000 kilometres from Esperance to Hamilton Island in support of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). Wayne flew a Vans RV-9A among a field of two-dozenodd other light aircraft and raised almost $10,000 for RFDS! As a bonus, his team, The Rocketeers, won the race! The Rocketeers were consistent achievers, winning four of the eight legs and regularly scoring in excess of 1,785 points.

About the race The Steadfast Outback Air Race is a GPS-based navigation time trial throughout the remote Australian outback. With as many as 60 competitors in 30 aircraft, pilots nominate an elapsed time between two visual waypoints, receiving points for both time and location accuracy. The aim is to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, and competitors and spectators have raised more than $1.5 million since the race meet’s inception in 1996. All funds from each race go towards outfitting RFDS aircraft with essential medical equipment, vital for treating sick and injured patients.

Name: Sheila Menezes Position: Quarantine airport inspector (QAI) Location: Perth

Briefly describe your role… As QAIs, we inspect everything going to Barrow Island to ensure it is quarantine-compliant. This means it is free of contaminants. Quarantine inspectors at inspect passengers, airfreight, aircrafts, and fruit and vegetables going to Barrow Island. An inspector is one of the barriers in place to prevent risk material from reaching the Class A Nature Reserve (Barrow Island). We also support the detector dog unit, screening passengers by doing bag searches when required. Can you tell us a bit about your professional background? I previously worked at a medical laboratory as a technicalassistant. Prior to that I trained as a teacher and did some relief teaching. I started work at Cobham under the Gorgon Project on November 8, 2010 as a project quarantine inspector. I was in the first batch recruited as part-time inspectors dedicated to work at Cobham. When you’re not at work, what do you enjoy doing? When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family going on holidays. The last holiday, we went on a cruise. It was a very fun and memorable trip and I highly recommend cruising. I also spend some of my time doing volunteer work in

the community back in Perth … sometimes in schools and also in a soup kitchen attached to a church. I also support Margaret Court Community Outreach. What is the best advice someone has given you? To always be positive and never lose hope. Look at the brighter side of life. There is always something to be thankful for. Faith, hope and love are the glue of life. Keep smiling … it takes you miles! If you had your choice of aircraft and destination, what would you fly and where would you go? If I had a choice of aircraft, I would go for a private jet. My destination would be the remote and disadvantaged areas of Africa. I would like to take them a supply of clean water, food and some essentials to improve their standard of life. This would really put smiles on their dials.

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We can take you places Custom jet aircraft charter services COBHAM AVIATION Services provides premium private jet aircraft charter services to and from metropolitan and regional destinations throughout Australia. Whether you’re flying for business or leisure, we can transport you and up to 98 other passengers per flight, providing a uniquely tailored flying experience to suit your specific requirements. Taking you places

Cobham is the only aviation services provider in Australia that operates jet aircraft to and from unpaved runways. Our gravel-kitted jets can land on unpaved surfaces, including gravel airstrips, providing you with greater access to some of the most remote locations in Australia.

A VIP experience like that of no other charter airline

Cobham’s VIP terminal and lounge facilities in Adelaide provide you with direct access to your aircraft, ensuring you privacy and efficiency whenever you travel with us. Our VIP terminal includes: • complimentary tea, coffee, soft drinks and snacks; • access to basic kitchen facilities; • free wi-fi; and • tailored packages that depart from Adelaide Airport terminal, with aerobridge access on request.

Uniquely quiet and comfortable aircraft

Cobham operates a fleet of Avro RJ100 jet aircraft for chartered passenger flights. Known as ‘whisper jets’, these aircraft are renowned for their lower noise levels. Each of these aircraft provides: • 99-passenger capacity; • three flight attendants; • wider seats than those of comparable aircraft, offering an exceptionally comfortable experience; • a larger cabin than those of comparable aircraft, providing passengers with industry-leading space and comfort; • generous baggage allowance (7kg per person carry-on and 20kg per person checked-in); and • tailored catering options to suit your group, on request. In addition to our Avro RJ100, we offer a range of aircraft for charter to suit the size of your travel group.

To book a charter or for more information, please head to cobhamaviationservices.com

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LANCELIN Discover sand, sea and surf in WAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remote coastal town.

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estern Australia offers a diverse range of holiday options, and while many head south from Perth to enjoy the delights of Margaret River and Eagle Bay, a growing number are heading north to small coastal towns such as Lancelin. This laid-back town sits just 90 minutesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; drive north of Perth and is home to a mere 605 people. Lancelin is a fishing town: every year, some 6.5 million tonnes of Western Rock Lobster is caught in the rich waters off the coast and exported to Asia, fetching up to $80 per kilo. Once, some 85 boats plied these waters; today, that number has reduced to about 20. These boats anchor in the calm waters of

Lancelin Bay and head out before sunrise, returning in the early afternoon with their valuable catch, which is then transported to Fremantle by road and air-freighted live to Asia the following day. But with the reduction in boat numbers, Lancelin has turned to tourism and during the holiday season, the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population jumps to well over 2,500. The visitors come for a mix of sea, sun, sand and surf. In the summer months, wind- and kitesurfers throng to the town. Most afternoons, the sea breeze roars in, providing more than enough wind to power their craft across the calm waters of the bay or out to the reef breaks. In mid-January, the annual Lancelin Ocean Classic is held. This windsurfing marathon starts on the beach at Ledge Point

Every year, some 6.5 million tonnes of Western Rock Lobster is caught in the rich waters off the coast.

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and finishes in front of Lancelinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Endeavour Tavern, with the winners usually completing the course in about 40 minutes. Some of the best windsurfers from around the world vie with local amateurs for thousands of dollars in prize money. At the northern end of town is the extensive Lancelin dune area. These pristine white-sand dunes are open to the public every day for free and are a magnet for busloads of international tourists keen to try their hands at sandboarding. Boards can be hired from Have A Chat General Store for as little as $10 for two hours. Being one of only a handful of licensed off-road areas in the state, the dune area is also a drawcard for adventurous souls in fourwheel-drive vehicles and on quad bikes and motorcycles. Most weekends, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find men and women, young and old, traversing these dunes, some of which reach heights of about 18 metres. Utmost care should be taken,

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however, as the dunes can change overnight and what was a gentle crest one day can be a deadly razorback the next. There’s always action on the Lancelin jetty. The local fishing boats dock there each afternoon to drop off their precious cargo of rock lobsters. Locals and visitors also fish from the jetty, with good hauls of herring the norm and the occasional large Samson fish pulled in. On a warm day, there are few better places to be than on Lancelin Island. It’s less than a kilometre from the mainland and if you head to the sheltered, mainland-facing bay, you can swim and frolic in calm, crystal-clear water. Often, you’ll be joined by one of the friendly young Lancelin Island seals that may well be as interested in you as you will be in it. On the ocean side of the island is a marine sanctuary. Take a snorkel and

a pair of goggles and enjoy the beautiful and very colourful underwater scenery. If you’re a dolphin-lover, there’s a good chance you’ll spot the creatures fishing in the shallows on either side of the Lancelin jetty in the mornings. They patrol the waters here, pushing schools of baitfish up against the weed bank or beach and carving through them, all in less than a metre of water. If you enjoy seafood, you’ll be excited to learn that the waters off the coast are rich with prized table fish such as Bald Chin Groper, Snapper and Dhufish. They can be found as close as a kilometre from the shore although, more often than not, you’ll need to head further west. Launching your boat is a tricky affair as there is no boat ramp. Locals launch their craft from the beach, predominantly

using tractors, although the local shire is considering building a new launching facility in Lancelin or at nearby Ledge Point. Surfers are drawn to Lancelin’s Back Beach, where good-sized waves can often be found. One of the drawcards of Back Beach is the opportunity to drive your fourwheel-drive right onto the sand. After you’ve finished at Back Beach, head 500 metres north to Grace Darling Park. It’s right on the beach and you can use the park’s coinoperated barbeques to cook lunch or dinner and sit undercover looking out to sea. Accommodation-wise, don’t expect to rent luxury mansions like those on offer in Eagle Bay or Margaret River. Here, you’ll find a range of more laid-back holiday homes at much more affordable prices. Other options include two caravan parks, the exceptional Lancelin

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Lodge hostel, the popular Windsurfer Beach Chalets and a number of motel rooms at Lancelin Beach Hotel. The WA state government recently identified Lancelin as a future tourism hot-spot and plans to inject an estimated $15 to $20 million in a new tourist park near the beach, which will provide a much-needed increase in modern accommodation options, although its completion is some years off. The new park development is currently awaiting approval from the WA Planning Minister, but may not go ahead due to community and environmentalists’ concerns about its proximity to threatened coastal grasses and the fragile dunes. Lancelot Beach Hotel and the Endeavour Tavern offer good-quality meals and expansive views over the ocean. Isabella’s Cottage Cafe and the Offshore Cafe & Restaurant are popular casual daytime eateries while Rosie’s and the

Gull Roadhouse provide quick and tasty takeaway food. The town is fortunate to have one of the best bakeries in the state in Henry and Ha’s Silver Coast Bakery. They bake seven days a week. While Lancelin appeals to everyday Aussies, it’s also played host to world-famous personalities and sporting greats. Ex-Top

Gear personalities Jeremy Clarkson and James May, along with Aussie F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo and actor Shane Jacobson (Kenny) have all enjoyed Lancelin’s charm. If you haven’t succumbed to it yet, perhaps it’s time to visit. For more info, visit lancelin.com.au

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From the editor... GROUP EDITOR Faye James faye.james@edgecustom.com.au ASSISTANT EDITOR Riley Palmer INTERNS Amber Donebauer SUB-EDITORS Alarna Haigh, Merran White ART DIRECTOR Guy Pendlebury PRODUCTION MANAGER Brian Ventour CONTRIBUTORS Darren Baguley, Michael Benn, Claire Bond, Carla Grossetti PRINTER SOS Print & Media ADVERTISING SALES DIRECTOR Scott Hunt scott.hunt@edgecustom.com.au NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER Peter Anderson peter.anderson@edgecustom.com.au NATIONAL ADVERTISING MANAGER Robert Desgouttes robert.desgouttes@edgecustom.com.au WA, SA and NT SALES REP Helen Glasson, Hogan Media Phone: 08 9381 3991 helen@hoganmedia.com.au PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Geoff Campbell MANAGING PARTNERS Fergus Stoddart, Richard Parker

Hi there, readers! As we fast approach 2016, it’s about time that we look ahead to see what travel trends will be shaping our holidays next year. Many of you are frequent travellers so our main aim is to make sure there’s no mention of ‘been there, done that’. So what’s new? Firstly there’s the rise of ‘Bleisure’ travel. What the heck is that? Well, it’s the concept that we are mixing more business with leisure travel. That means we are likely to bring our family along to business trips, planned for the end of the week so that we can also spend the weekend. Holding meetings in restaurants, making use of free wi-fi hotspots, basically emailing and doing business on the move, in a leisurely setting. Next up is staying mobile and by that I mean literally being connected no matter where you are. As we seek to share our experiences on social media and stay connected while on the move, the need to ensure you’re on holiday and online is a must. Third, experiential travel is high on the agenda. Travellers don’t just want a holiday, they want an ‘experience’, which means tour companies, airlines and operators are working harder to craft experiences to rave about back home. Lastly, according to David Elkins, senior director of Tripadvisor, travellers want seamless organisation. “Researching, planning, booking venues, cars and excursions, inviting friends, cataloguing, remembering – people are completing the entire travel experience on one site,” David says. We don’t want much, do we? Welcome to 2016. Travel is about to get that much easier, more exciting and more satisfying. Enjoy!

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Issue 135 • Dec 2015/Jan 2016

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24 food&wine

What’s happening around the country, from art and music to theatre and cinema.

F.O.O.D. Week in Orange gave Riley Palmer ample excuses to indulge in the best local food and wine.

14 kitchenconfidential Northern British chef Nelly Robinson chats about his new Sydney restaurant, nel., and his personal twists on traditional Brit food.

32 weekender

17 getaway

45 healthnews

Carla Grossetti gets lost in Cairns and finds 10 new activities, restaurants and places to stay.

Top tips for healthy eating from Superlegumes author Chrissy Freer.

We head to the Great Ocean Road to walk the Twelve Apostles and discover scenery at its finest.

RegionalBusinessReview Mini-mag inside featuring all the latest news & views from around Australia, including: • Inside Mining • Investment

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Our top pick of events coming up around the country...

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JANUARY 6–10 The regional town of Parkes, New South Wales triples in size with the annual influx of about 20,000 energised Elvis fans, swivelling their hips in celebration of America’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll star. The festival is jam-packed with more than 120 Elvis-themed events, including performances by Donny Edwards live from Las Vegas and The Ultimates tribute artists; as well as Elvis look-alike contests, a poets’ breakfast, a street parade, a ‘Cars of the Era’ show, themed edible art, festival markets and rock ’n’ roll dancing. “The fun of the festival is infectious,” says festival director Emily Mann. “There is the most wonderful vibe in Parkes during the festival, as everyone just wants to enjoy themselves.” parkeselvisfestival.com.au

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Extreme Sailing Series Sydney, NSW

Cherry Harmony Festival Manjimup, WA

Rainbow Serpent Festival Lexton, Vic

Tunarama Festival Port Lincoln, SA

Thousands of spectators will line Sydney’s world-famous Royal Botanic Garden and Sydney Harbour walkway to watch as the best in sailing go head-to-head on a scenic racecourse set between Garden Island and the Sydney Opera House. extremesailingseries.com

There are cherries, cherries and more cherries at this bountiful festival, which this year features a fashion parade; cherry-pie-baking and cherry-pipspitting competitions; log chops; cooking demonstrations and wine tastings, roving performers and a wonderfully delicious long lunch. cherryfestival.com.au

Escape the city and camp under the stars at this huge, internationally recognised arts, lifestyle and electronic dance-music festival. With world-class creative décor, pop-up artistic performances and crazy activities you can’t imagine, this festival will enliven your senses. rainbowserpent.net

Test your competitive streak with tuna-tossing, watermelon-eating, boat-building, overwater slipperypole sliding, keg-rolling and more at this ridiculously fun five-day event celebrating Port Lincoln’s tuna-fishing history. There’s food, wine, music and family fun every day of the festival. tunarama.net

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FEBRUARY 5–28 BrisAsia Festival 2016, Brisbane This cultural street festival uses music, performances, food and events to celebrate the diversity of Asia. brisbane.qld.gov.au

FEBRUARY 26–MARCH 14 Adelaide Festival Enjoy an epic mix of internationally acclaimed theatre, musicians, dances, writing and visual arts displays. adelaidefestival.com.au

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DECEMBER 2–3 Chichibu Night Festival, Japan Wheeled floats and mikoshi shrines featuring ornate wooden carvings are paraded to flute and drum music. japan-guide.com

JANUARY 9 Feast of the Black Nazarene, Philippines Locals walk through the streets carrying a giant blackened statue of Jesus. philippinestravelhub.com

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CULTURE CLUB GOT A THING FOR THEATRE? LOVE LIVE MUSIC? ENJOY GREAT GALLERIES? READ ON FOR WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS MONTH...

JAMES MORRISON AND WASO: A JOURNEY THROUGH JAZZ, PERTH CONCERT HALL

DECEMBER 3–4

Australia’s modern-day answer to Louis Armstrong, James Morrison guides you through some of history’s most cherished jazz tunes. Accompanied by the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra and talented young vocalist Hetty Kate, this stirring concert brings to life music made famous by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman, Miles Davis and Herbie Handcock. You’ll be dancing in the aisles. waso.com.au

THE NUTCRACKER, QUEENSLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE, BRISBANE

DECEMBER 11–23

A Christmas tradition unto itself, The Nutcracker takes you on a magical journey through the eyes of little Clara, whose toys come to life on Christmas Eve. Charming set designs and costumes underscore the exquisite dancing, all the while Tchaikovsky’s signature music brings this age-old ballet to life. Tickets available at queenslandballet. com.au/on-stage/2015/the-nutcracker

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A DAY ON THE GREEN: ELTON JOHN, VIC December 12 Mount Duneed Estate, Geelong

Combining exceptional music with exceptional wine, it’s little wonder A Day on the Green has become a staple in the Australian summer concert schedule. One of many winery concerts to take place in coming months, December 12 sees the venerated Sir Elton John take to the stage at Mt Duneed Estate. Don’t forget to pack your deck chairs and picnic baskets. adayonthegreen.com.au 6

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January 8–10

SOUTHBOUND FESTIVAL, AT SIR STEWART BOVELL PARK, BUSSELTON, WA One of the country’s preeminent camping festivals, Southbound is returning to Busselton this January with one key change: the event will include an extra day and night of festivities. Dubbed ‘Friday Night Fever’ the additional day enables you to maximise your Southbound experience, boogying on down to the affective beats, gorging on the culinary delights and swooning in the face of so much talent. southboundfestival.com.au

SYDNEY FESTIVAL, NSW

January 7–26 For three weeks every January, Sydney becomes a cultural mecca, showcasing a diversity of arts ranging from burlesque circus to street art. Both locally and internationally renowned artists will be involved in the upcoming festival, now in its 40th year, including a headline subtitled performance of Woyzeck from Germany. Many of the events are free, so even those of us who are a bit skint can enjoy this beautiful city at its summery best. sydneyfestival.org.au

MOFO, MUSEUM OF OLD AND NEW ART, HOBART

January 13–18 A festival that questions the status quo as much as it showcases ardent musicians and performance artists, MOFO is less about being a passive audience member than it is about interacting with art. Curated by Brian Ritchie, the bass player from the Violent Femmes, MOFO is renowned for its left-of-centre content and has to be experienced to be understood. Find more info at mona.net.au/what’s-on/festivals

Exhibitions  Impressions of Paris: Lautrec, Degas, Daumier A travelling exhibition by the National Gallery of Australia, Impressions of Paris will be residing at the Murray Art Museum Albury from December 4 to January 31. This exhibition showcases the artworks of three master draughtsmen who, a generation apart, each captured the world around them; it is a social and political commentary of nineteenth century France as much as it is visually stunning. nga.gov. au/impressions/default.cfm  Grayson Perry: My pretty little art career Colourful in every sense of the word, British artist Grayson Perry is provocative and captivating, just like his artworks. From December 10 to May 1, a collection of the Turner Prize recipient’s ceramics, sculptures, drawings, prints and tapestries will be on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art as part of the Sydney International Art Series. Catch glimpses of Perry’s feminine alter ego ‘Claire’ among the array of bright colours on display. mca.com.au/exhibition/ grayson-perry

Above: Natalie Grono’s digital print Feather and Goddess Pool 2014; winner of the people’s choice award, NPPP 2015.

two artists’ practices, the exhibition will present, among much else, a suite of major commissions by Weiwei and more than 500

 Andy Warhol | Ai Weiwei Two of the most influential artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, Warhol and Weiwei have existed worlds apart, yet in many ways are ideologically aligned. From December 11 to April 24 an exhibition comprising more than 300 of their works will be on show at the National Gallery of Victoria. Highlighting the similarities, junctures and points of difference between the

 National Photographic Portrait Prize (NPPP) 2015 2015 saw a record 2,500 entries in the NPPP, the final 44 of which will be on display at the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery from December 9 to January 31 as part of the portrait prize’s touring exhibition. The winning photograph, Portrait of Ali by Hoda Afshar, displays a rawness and vulnerability evident in many of this year’s portraits. portrait.gov.au/calendar/nppp-2015bundaberg-regional-art-gallery/935

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The menu might include venison carpaccio with a chocolate dust and pickled enoki mushrooms or slow-cooked, water-bathed Tasmanian lobster with paprika and garlic butter.

Nelly Robinson began his career in top-notch culinary company, apprenticed to Nigel Haworth at Michelin-starred British restaurant Northcote at the age of just 15. It was there, in Lancashire, UK, that his passion for food and flavours developed – and the impression made on his palate has been long-lasting. “My favourite dessert is a chocolate-covered Mcvitie’s biscuit and a cup of English Breakfast tea,” he confides. Robinson’s next professional step was to move to Stanley House, also in Lancashire, where he took on the role of head chef at the age of 22. Fast-forward eight years, through stints working in

Hong Kong and Sweden, and you can find Robinson dishing up sophisticated yet approachable cuisine in a relaxed contemporary space at nel. – his new signature restaurant on Wentworth Street at the edge of Sydney’s CBD. Robinson’s favourite dish from the menu is the oxtail sandwich, served with Brussels sprouts filled with chestnut puree. “It reminds me of home. It can be pretty cold up north in the winter,” he says. A broad range of international and Australian influences come together in the monthly seasonal tasting menu Robinson creates at nel. – which might include venison carpaccio with a chocolate dust and pickled enoki mushrooms;

Northern British chef Nelly Robinson talks to OUTthere about the flavours that remind him of home and what inspires his cooking.

slow-cooked and water-bathed Tasmanian lobster with paprika and garlic butter, charred sweet corn and fresh mango; and blowtorched peach with elderflower sorbet and a buttermilk mousse. As well as advising to “eat what you love”, Robinson encourages fellow chefs to think outside the box, experiment with different flavours and textures, and collaborate. “You never know what you will create. Alongside my sous chef Fabien and restaurant manager/sommelier Che Vogler, [I’m] constantly concocting new flavour matches and recipes.” Their inventive fervour is very much evident at nel., with the contribution of sommelier Che

Rapidfire What’s the last meal you cooked at home? My partner Ashley and I love a good roast on a Sunday evening. I marinated chicken with garlic, lemon and thyme and slow-cooked [it]. We had it with traditional roast potatoes, roast vegies and gravy. What ingredient couldn’t you live without? Chili. When I first moved to Australia, I hated chilies; now, I can’t cook without them! What’s the most unique thing you’ve ever eaten? Lamb’s testicles. The head chef at Northcote Manor told me it was chicken; it had a tempura batter so I didn’t realise and got stuck in! The flavour was unusual but not horrific – the texture, however, was just plain wrong.

ECCLES CAKES Makes 10

Ingredients • 100g whole dried currants • 3 Twinings English Breakfast tea bags • Zest of 2 limes • 75g caster sugar • 100g frozen puff pastry

clear: the restaurant’s menu has 10 matching wines – two per dish – allowing diners to enjoy a smorgasbord of taste sensations. Where else does Robinson find gastronomic insight and stimulation? “I love reading and a lot of my food inspiration comes from reading,” he says. He also likes to get out and explore: “Sunday is generally the only time I am not in the kitchen,” Robinson says. “I try to escape the city with my partner Ashley and find new, exciting places to eat.” As for what the future holds for this young British chef, he’s not sure but knows it will involve more cooking, eating and travel.

“I would like to visit Japan, because of the sashimi. It’s so fresh and colourful, and the flavours are just unbelievable,” he enthuses. “And India: I love the difference in street food between the north and south; there’s so much variety and colour. Indian food is most definitely my favourite cuisine.” Watch this space… nel. restaurant is located at 75 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills New South Wales 2000, and can be contacted on 02 9212 2216. nel. is open Tuesday–Saturday, 6pm until late, and for lunch Thursday and Friday from noon to 3pm. nelrestaurant.com.au

Method 1. In a small pan, bring the tea bags to the boil. Leave to infuse for 1–2 minutes (or to taste) and remove. Place whole dried currants, caster sugar and lime zest into a heatproof container and cover with the black tea. Cover the container and allow the currants to infuse in the mix for one hour. 2. While the currants are infusing, sprinkle a generous amount of self-raising flour onto a large wooden chopping board. Using a rolling pin, roll out the puff pastry on the chopping board until it is approximately 1cm in thickness. Then, using a 5cm metal cutting ring, cut the pastry into individual circles. Place the individual pastry circles onto greaseproof paper and place them in the fridge to keep cool (and to stop the butter in the pastry melting.). 3. Once the currant mix has infused, strain to remove all excess liquid. Spoon a teaspoonful of the currant mixture into the centre of each pastry. Grabbing the edges of the pastry, fold it up and squeeze it closed at the top to form a parcel. Pop the pastry parcel into a 2cm ring and push down to ensure the top is sealed. (The cake will rise during cooking to form a ball-like shape.) 4. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C. Place the Eccles cakes on a baking tray covered with greaseproof paper and cook for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown. 5. Serve with home-made lemon curd, a piece of matured cheddar cheese and a cup of English Breakfast tea.

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To serve with Eccles cakes Ingredients • 3 medium-sized eggs, lightly whisked • Juice and zest of 2 lemons • 125g caster sugar • 100g unsalted butter, roughly chopped Method 1. Over low heat, in a medium-sized pan, heat the lightly whisked eggs, lemon juice and zest, and caster sugar, stirring constantly for 3–4 minutes. 2. Whisk the roughly chopped cubes of butter into the mix until combined , then remove the liquid from the heat and allow it to cool. 3. Once cooled, your lemon curd is ready to serve. 15

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NORTHERN

EXPOSURE Carla Grossetti returns to her roots in Tropical North Queensland and revels in finding ten new things to do and some terrific places to eat and sleep.

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TWO DO: Travel in a Gold Class carriage on the Kuranda Scenic Railway (ksr.com.au) as the 124-year-old train clickety-clacks along a track that sometimes ascends at a 45-degree-angle alongside sheer drops of up to 327 metres. Delve into the rainforest with an informative Djabugay Aboriginal Guided Tour before zipping over the canopy back to Smithfield, just north of Cairns, in one of the high-tech Skyrail Gondolas (skyrail.com.au).

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ONE DO: Follow the motley conga line of Zumba devotees to Fogarty Park Sound Shell on Cairns’ Esplanade for a free dance class every Thursday from 5.30pm. The Living Fitness program (cairns.qld.gov.au/esplanade) includes free classes six days a week.

EAT: Let the Latino theme continue at nearby Bushfire Flame Grill (bushfirecairns.com), a Brazilian-inspired Australian-style BBQ where skewered meats are carved at your table.

STAY: Those in a carne (meat) coma will love that they can simply rumba up the road to an ocean-view room at Mantra Trilogy (mantra.com.au), overlooking a leafy arc of the Esplanade.

Dundee’s Restaurant (dundees.com.au) on the waterfront is a local institution renowned for its buckets of bugs and prawns, and wild-caught barramundi. What better place to enjoy a seafood feast than right on Cairns Marlin Marina?

STAY: With multi-million-dollar Muddy’s playground, a bouldering park, beach volleyball court and world-class skate park right across the road, Rydge’s Esplanade Resort (rydges.com/CairnsEsplanade) is in position for those who want to use their feet as their main mode of transport.

Delve into the rainforest with an informative Djabugay Aboriginal Guided Tour. THREE DO: The $12 million transformation of Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park (tjapukai.com.au) is now complete and the results are in: it’s remarkable. Although it is open day and night, the Tjapukai by Night concept makes the fire-making ceremony and lighting of a 12-metre fire-ball even more spectacular.

EAT: Order the share-style ‘Tastes’ and ‘Plates’ at Palm Cove’s Lime & Pepper restaurant (peppers.com.au) or flit like a firefly further north to the magical, lavish experience that is Flames of the Forest (flamesoftheforest.com.au) – a fairytale ‘feast for the senses’.

STAY: The ‘in’ thing to do at Pepper’s Beach Club & Spa (peppers.com.au) in Palm Cove is spend the day between beach, pool, sunlounge and day bed. 18

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FOUR DO: Look out for the cotton pygmy goose during the spectacular Sunset Wildlife Safari with Jabiru Safari Lodge around Mareeba Wetlands’ picturesque Clancy’s Lagoon (mareebawetlands.org).

EAT: Enjoy a glass of bubbly and a BBQ dinner on the deck while enjoying the twittering of birdlife and the buttery light in the sky.

STAY: Check in to an African-style tent at Jabiru Safari Lodge (jabirusafarilodge.com.au) in Biboohra, via Mareeba, where a small township of luxe tents with mod cons, decks and ensuites is pitched over the open savanna woodland.

FIVE DO:

SIX DO: Participate in an afternoon educational tour at the off-shore campus of Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre on Fitzroy Island (fitzroyisland.com), which has released at least 100 turtles successfully into the wild over the past 10 years.

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Sign up for a farm-based paddock-to-plate cooking class at Rainforest Bounty (rainforestbounty.com.au) on the Atherton Tableland.

Foxy’s Bar is a retro oasis on the way to Fitzroy Island’s Nudey Beach, where the burgers, chips and rustling salads are big and hearty and good for snorkelling stamina.

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Flynn’s Restaurant in Yungaburra (flynnsyungaburra. com) made headlines when it banned children under the age of seven. That’s not the only reason it’s on the map: the European fare here is fabulous.

Settle on your deck and wave goodbye to the hordes returning by boat to Cairns while jiggling the keys to your beachside cabin at Fitzroy Island Resort overlooking Welcome Bay.

STAY: Mt Quincan Crater Retreat’s (mtquincan.com.au) treehouses are built into the slopes of an extinct volcano. Off the Richter scale, indeed.

SEVEN DO: Follow in the footsteps of ‘Mooks’, or one of several other local Indigenous guides, as you venture into UNESCO World Heritage-listed rainforest near the new, world-class Mossman Gorge Centre (mossmangorge.com.au).

EAT: Nu Nu Restaurant (nunu.com.au) has taken it up a notch in its new beachfront locale, typically filled with foodies who appreciate chef Nick Holloway’s innovative take on ‘tasting paradise’. Trust the chef and the sommelier and order the tasting menu with matching wines.

STAY: Work off your expanded waistline while doing laps at the pool at Peppers Beach Club, Port Douglas (peppers.com.au). 20

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TEN DO: The Mossman River is a ribbon of green that curls through the rainforest. To drift with the river as it flows and eddies around the forest with local ‘adventure’ operator Back Country Bliss is a real rush, and a dynamic way to experience this ecosystem (backcountrybliss.com.au).

EAT: Indulge in a high-end buffet at Bazaar at QT Port Douglas (qtportdouglas.com.au), a restaurant that doubles as an interactive marketplace. Chat to chef Bede Tansley about his culinary creations and include the sand crabs in your smorgasbord strategy.

STAY: EIGHT DO: Glide through the mirror-calm seas off Oak Beach in a sea kayak while looking for coral, urchins, molluscs, rays and reef fish.

If you want luxe, stay at the recently-rebranded Hotel Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa (pullmanhotels.com). If you want a more affordable option, book in at The Mango Tree Holiday Apartments (mango-tree-port-douglas.com).

EAT: Sip on a liquid entrée at Herbie’s Beach Shack.

STAY: Let the quiet continue at your Thala Beach Lodge (thalabeach.com.au) cabin amid a tangle of trees on the lodge’s private headland.

NINE DO: If it’s raining, Cairns ZOOm and Wildlife Dome (cairnszoom.com.au) allows you to harness your energies – literally – on high ropes and zip over a tank containing Goliath the saltwater crocodile.

EAT: Arrive early and book a day bed at Salt House (salthouse.com.au), a waterfront bar/restaurant with a buzzy local vibe. When the sun slips away, down a few mojito oyster shooters and follow them with a feast of chargrilled tiger prawns and steak-cut fries.

STAY: Floriana Guest House (florianaguesthouse.com) is a mix of ’30s-era Maltese and tropical Australian architecture, which tells a story about the area’s migrant history. This relaxed property is for those who prefer simple pensione-style accommodation.

Getting there

Flying to Cairns takes approximately: 2.5 hours from Brisbane 2.5 hours from Darwin 3 hours from Sydney 3 hours from Adelaide 3.5 hours from Melbourne 4 hours from Perth 5.5 hours from Hobart

More information

For more information and ideas, visit Tourism Tropical North Queensland ttnq.org.au

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ORANGE

IS THE NEW BLACK City slicker Riley Palmer explores Orange during F.O.O.D Week and is reminded of the intimate relationship between the land, what we consume and how it’s produced. for one, have no qualms with F.O.O.D. (Food of Orange District) Week being a full 10 days long. It simply means more time to enjoy the region’s picturesque autumn foliage, warm sense of community and, most importantly, delectable cool-climate produce – from full-flavoured Swiss cheese complemented by a glass of crisp green apple cider, to mildly sweet freshly harvested figs paired perfectly with a glass of Sangiovese. The one misgiving I do have is that I’m here for just two days; an error I can rectify only by overindulging at every opportunity. Coffee connoisseurs, rejoice!

DAY 1 Though it may be renowned for its food and wine, Orange also knows how to produce a good cup of joe. I venture to Bills Beans East Orange, a modest little café that wouldn’t be out of place in an inner-city suburb in the big smoke. Its décor – with potted cacti lining the windowsills – is instantly welcoming, as are the staff, who know the regulars by name and order. Most impressive, however, are the bold aroma of roasted beans and the intensely rich flavour of Bills Beans’ coffee. Now that I’m awake, I make my way to F.O.O.D HQ – a large marquee located outside café/restaurant The Agrestic Grocer on Orange’s northern outskirts that accommodates a throng of foodies daily during

the festival. All of them have come to learn a thing or two about local produce straight from the horse’s mouth. Of course, the added incentive of these producer presentations is the taste-testing that accompanies them. Standing behind a trestle table that delineates punters from producers is James Kendell of Small Acres Cyder, and Kai Woltmann of Second Mouse Cheese Co. “Cider and cheese are a little bit like strawberries and cream,” says James, while pouring tasters of his Somerset Still apple cider. Ignorantly, my notion of cider is that of an alcoholic fizzy drink so the Somerset Still’s dry, crisp flavours have me thinking I’ve mistakenly taken a sip of a Sauvignon Blanc. It’s fresh and earthy, not sickeningly sweet like much of the commercial cider on offer. Meanwhile, Kai is passing around samples of a semi-hard Swiss-style cheese dubbed ‘Henri’ after his father. I indulge in the nutty and almost sweet tastes and soft, chewy texture as I contemplate the etiquette of reaching for a second piece. The cheese goes perfectly with the cider – unsurprising, as ‘Henri’ has been washed with Somerset Still. After devouring a quick lunch of saltand-pepper squid salad at Scrumptious on Summer, a café in the Orange CBD that is buzzing with a hungry swarm of lunch-goers, I am met by my chaperone for the afternoon: Chase Johnson, of Orange Wine Tours.

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Borrodell Vineyard, the secondhighest vineyard in Orange.

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Union Bank Wine Bar & Dining (above: interior).

“Orange is defined by its altitude,” says Chase who, despite having resided Down Under for many years, still sports a strong American accent. “The vineyards have to be between 600 and 1,200 metres above sea level to be considered part of Orange. And it’s the climate at this altitude that makes Orange wines so distinct,” he explains. “The grapes can be left on the vines longer than in warmer climates so their flavours have a longer period in which to develop.” We are en route to Borrodell Vineyard, which, at just fewer than 1,100 metres above sea level, is the second-highest vineyard in Orange. Though meandering, the drive itself is somewhat magical. I’m overwhelmed by the spectrum of colour on the turning trees – deep burgundy to vibrant emerald and everything in between. And when we get out at Borrodell, which sits in the foothills of Mount Canobolas, the panorama is remarkable. Owner and operator Gaye Stuart-Nairne is candid and instantly warm. While she pours tastings of the winery’s flagship wine, a Sauvignon Blanc, I naively ask about Borrodell’s growth potential into markets such as Sydney. “We’ve got a couple of carefully selected restaurants that we supply,” says Gaye. “But we’re not going to be setting Dan Murphy’s on fire. Never.” I learn that Gaye isn’t interested in breaking into the commercial market – and it’s a sentiment echoed by all the producers I meet during my time in Orange. It might seem counterintuitive but to many of these producers, profit is secondary to their passion for generating high-quality goods and supplying them to equally passionate customers. Next is De Salis Wines, where co-founder and winemaker Charlie Svenson and his

friendly blue heeler sit on the balcony and share a glass or two with me. “We’re the only people who do our wine from start to finish here,” says Charlie. Sipping on his own Fume Sauvignon Blanc, he explains; “We add the tirage and then the wine spends between four and seven years fermenting in the bottle.” No wine tour of Orange would be complete without a pit stop at Philip Shaw, the only multigenerational winery in the region, granted the

“The vineyards have to be between 600 and 1,200 metres above sea level to be considered part of Orange. And it’s the climate at this altitude that makes Orange wines so distinct.” title of a five-star winery in 2015 by wine buff James Halliday. Top-flight wine aside, Philip Shaw’s recently renovated cellar door is well worth a visit. In the evening, Orange’s established food and wine hub is Union Bank Wine Bar & Dining. The atmosphere here is cosy and sophisticated – I warm up next to an indoor fireplace while indie folk tunes play in the background. And with dishes like pork belly, quince and manchego, the menu doesn’t disappoint.

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DAY 2 complimentary breakfast provided by the de Russie Boutique Hotel – gourmet muesli, Hank’s Jam on locally baked bread and a mug of Bills Beans plunger coffee – I head off on a F.O.O.D Week event: the Farm Gate Tour. Hosted by proud manager of the monthly Orange Region Farmers Market Cath Thompson, the tour invites us to meet local farmers between Borenore and Mandagery Creek, who produce everything from venison, apples and tomatoes to wine and olive oil. The last stop on our tour is Orange Mountain Wines, where producers Terry and Julie Dolle assist Cath in preparing a lunch concocted of various tidbits we’ve acquired throughout the day. Alongside our seared Mandagery Creek venison, bread dipped in Abilene Grove olive oil and slow-cooked pork tagine, we’re served tasters of Orange Mountain Wines’ Riesling, Rose, Pinot Noir and, Terry’s ‘baby’, Viognier. “We’re one of the first vineyards to plant Viognier,” Terry says, “and it seems to grow really well in Orange’s cool climate.” The culmination of my time at F.O.O.D Week is an event both decadent and bountiful. I walk through a doorway illuminated by fairy lights into what feels like a quaint cottage. Not fooled by the homely style, however, I recognise this venue as one of the region’s finest dining destinations, Racine. And tonight I’m in for something special, because Racine’s owners, husband-wife team Shaun and Willa Arantz, have arranged a night of art and food in the name of charity. Hanging on the mint-green walls are five distinct but equally compelling paintings by Willa – the inspiration for the five-course degustation created by chef Shaun that my fellow patrons and I are about to enjoy.

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STAY de Russie Boutique Hotel A self-contained boutique hotel in the heart of the Orange CBD. 72 Hill Street, Orange 02 6360 0973 orange@derussiehotels.com.au The freshwater trout, carrot escabeche, almond and dashi is a clean and flavoursome dish – I struggle to restrain myself from drinking the soup straight from the delicate glass jar it’s served in. But my favourite course is a wonderful pressed duck, savoury granola, beetroot and pickled onion – the harmonious textures and rich, salty flavours are delightful. And if you have a sweet tooth, then the apple, toffee parfait and quinoa granola dessert is something to write home about. After the food and wine portion of the night comes to an end, Willa’s five paintings are auctioned off. The whole affair is as rollicking as it is moving, with a few thousand dollars being raised for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Royal Hospital for Women in Sydney. It certainly leaves a very sweet taste in my mouth. 30

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HIS WAY THERE’S A SENSE of trepidation upon meeting a group of strangers soon to become allies. On one hand, you don’t know one another from a bar of soap; on the other, you are all wearing similarly serious attire – hiking boots, fleeces, vests and the like – and similarly earnest expressions, half-smiles that mask your own apprehension while

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Southbank just across the river from Melbourne’s CBD. Gavin Ronan, the husband portion of the husband-andwife team that owns and operates Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk, is the only animated member among us. After introducing us all to one another, he ushers us into a mini-van and steers it towards the iconic Great Ocean Road. 33

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We start our adventure on the tea-tree lined cliff tops of Castle Cove, where we quickly find the rhythm in our stride.

The close confines have us chit-chatting in no time, exchanging pleasantries and stories of past hiking experience, or lack thereof. Interspersed with our natter are anecdotes from Gavin, whose knowledge ranges from the history of Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge – which collapsed during construction, causing the deaths of 35 workers, to Barwon Park Mansion – once owned by Thomas Austin, who is reviled for introducing rabbits into Australia (though some say he wasn’t the first to do so). His wife, Elizabeth Austin, was the founder of Melbourne’s Austin Hospital. After three hours of relatively flat Melbourne countryside, we meander up a tree-lined gravel road blanketed in copper-coloured pine needles – a red carpet that leads us to our homeaway-from-home for the next few days: the eco-accredited luxury lodge at Johanna.

It’s the minutiae that make this lodge special from the outset. As we mosey towards the lodge’s loungecum-dining room, we pass a pair of hiking boots that have been converted into flower pots and, sliding open the timber-framed glass door, we’re engulfed with the aroma of a freshly baked date-and-chocolate slice that tastes as good as it smells. Here, Gavin fits us out with daypacks, hiking poles and wetweather gear – just in case – and briefs us on the day ahead. Setting the jocular tone that underscores the days to come, he whips out the official trail map for the region and, gesticulating like a showgirl on Sale of the Century, says; “You probably can’t see what I’m pointing at so I’ll just make it look really important.” We all laugh. We start our adventure on the teatree lined cliff tops of Castle Cove, where we quickly find therhythm in our stride. The vibrant green of

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the trees, the sea breeze in our hair and the thrashing sound of the ocean are overwhelming to the senses. And while the Apostles themselves are the drawcard, it’s soon clear that they aren’t the only highlights of this trip. In fact, the Great Ocean Walk is as naturally diverse as it is long, and while the Lodge Walk spans only the second half of the iconic trail – the 55-kilometre section from Castle Cove to the Twelve Apostles – it showcases rugged cliff tops looming out of a fierce Southern Ocean, old-growth rainforests and remote beaches where history dictates tales both sordid and sorrowful.

Day two of the hike, from Milanesia Gate to Moonlight Head, is perhaps the most physically demanding but arguably, it’s also the most beautiful. The views along the coast are breathtaking; the undulating gullies whisper sweet nothings in your ears as you walk. But the true reward for the day is in the homecoming. Foot spas filled with steamy hot water and Epsom salts await us, along with home-baked scones fluffy enough to rival your grandmother’s. Any weariness, aches and pains quickly abate. All the while, the region’s wildlife sentinels (wallabies, kangaroos,

The views along the coast are breathtaking; the susurrating gullies whisper sweet nothings in your ears as you walk.

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Revealing themselves almost shyly, the precariously stacked limestone structures that collectively make up the Twelve Apostles seem to defy gravity. echidnas, koalas, wedge-tailed eagles, cockatoos and galahs, to name but a few) oversee our journey. I keep my eyes peeled for even the faintest glow emanating from the fluorescent slugs rumoured to reside in the creek beside the lodge and although I don’t see any, Gavin assures me they are there. Regardless, I get my fauna fix: more than 50 species of birds have been sighted from the eco-lodge, not to mention the abundance of flora. All too soon, it’s our final day of hiking. Anticipation mounts as the group, now unified thanks 38

to our shared experience, slogs out the last leg along the coast. Revealing themselves almost shyly, the precariously stacked limestone structures that collectively make up the Twelve Apostles seem to defy gravity. A scenic helicopter flight culminates what has been a truly inspiring trip. The world feels different from this vantage point: quieter and more peaceful, despite the whirring of the helicopter’s engine. The perspective is humbling; it’s an enchanting experience.

Fly to Melbourne and enjoy a scenic three-hour drive to Johanna; or to Avalon Airport, near Geelong, from which it’s about a two-hour, 10-minute drive.

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The C-Class is brilliant to drive across the board, not to mention seamlessly appointed and completely loaded with electronic wizardry. Mercedes C250 model pictures on these pages.

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by-nature ‘Magic Body Control’, whereby cameras scan the road ahead for potholes before individually adjusting each wheel’s suspension, is yet to get to the C-Class. You can’t have it all. Beyond the 135kW/300Nm, 2.0L petrol turbo four-cylinder C200, there’s the 100kW/300Nm, 1.6-litre turbo-diesel four C200 BlueTEC at $62,400. The 155kW/350Nm 2.0L turbo four C250 costs $68,900 and the 150kW/500Nm 2.2-litre twin-turbo-diesel C250 BlueTEC is priced at $70,400. The top-end twinscroll 2.2L C300 BlueTEC Hybrid, which is bolstered by a 20kW electric motor, costs $74,900. While the A4 had edged ahead in the three-way battle between the Germans in the midsize premium category, and BMW’s 3 Series may shade it dynamically, the 2015 C-Class re-establishes Mercedes at the head of the junior executive pack. It no longer just looks like an S-Class in nappies. Finally, it’s a complete package. For a non-complete package price.

Doctor Who’s daily driver flits back and forth along the space-time continuum with an ease that pop culture’s best time-travelling car – Back To The Future’s DeLorean, obviously – could only dream of. The 2015 C-Class is no good for visiting your ancestors in distant millennia – but with tech this comprehensive, it still feels lightyears ahead.

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Australian livestock exporters are going to extraordinary lengths to ensure the integrity of their supply chain. In 2015, live exporters must meet stringent Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System (ESCAS) requirements if they are selling offshore – the longevity of the industry depends on it. Frontier International Agri is a premium live-export business that currently exports to Indonesia, China, Malaysia, Vietnam and Russia. The

business has been in operation for two years and it is already recognised as a pace-setter in the industry, securing valued partnerships within the local supply chain and expanding its select portfolio of international buyers. Frontier offers a fully integrated service throughout the supply chain, including sourcing livestock from local and overseas producers, selected to export specifications; and coordinating shipping, logistics and related services.

Much of the sourcing within Australia is through the Ruralco network of specialist livestock businesses. According to Frontier International Agri managing director, Hamish Browning, there are two major challenges that face exporters: animal welfare/ quarantine requirements; and traceability in the supply chain – two related issues that have challenged the industry to develop guidelines that support their expansion aims.

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“Frontier is aiming to export approximately 100,000 head this year to Vietnam and Indonesia combined. So we have invested heavily in a traceability and animal-welfare compliance system to make sure cattle do not ‘leak’ from these supply chains and cattle are treated with the same respect they are afforded through animal-welfare legislation in Australia,” Browning says. It is a sentiment echoed by the company’s young quarantine coordinator Typhanie Cojean. “Cattle deserve our respect,” she contends. “It is up to the industry to demonstrate we are serious about animal welfare.

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“That is why we have adopted the ‘Global Compliance Big Brother’ system from provider Global Compliance IT (GC). We are serious about a future in this industry ... our responsibilities to customers [and] the animals, and the expectations of our stakeholders. The industry’s social licence to operate hinges on us getting this right.” Cojean, who trained at the Institut de l’Elevage in Paris and The University of Melbourne, has played an important role in the development of Frontier’s quarantine eligibility and in ensuring that the company maintains high standards of export eligibility so no unsuitable

livestock are transported. She believes the adoption of such transparency in its systems indicates a maturing of the industry. The company has installed cameras in every feedlot and abattoir used in its Vietnam supply chain. “We now receive a constant live feed from our Vietnamese facility, which means that in every feedlot and every abattoir in our supply chain there, we have cameras and trackand-trace mechanisms,” Cojean explains. “It’s a great system. In the future, as we strategically expand, any new markets or new supply chains that we’re going into, we would look at this being a part of this process,” adds Browning. So how does it work? Aside from the closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, which provide real-time 24/7 video feeds from facilities that are monitored by an independent company based in Indonesia, there are also National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) tag-scanning points. Every animal that walks past the scanners has its photo taken, right through to the point of slaughter. The presence of animal welfare officers is also recorded. In addition to GPS tracking

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of livestock tags, photo-matching and scanning each animal ensures that they can be tracked and traced individually throughout the supply chain. It seems that the use of cameras and scanners is likely to be the future for any new live-export markets. There are no guarantees of animal welfare in international markets, so these types of

systems allow exporters to be notified of any issues instantly, which means they can address them in a timely and appropriate manner. Browning is preparing for international demand for beef cattle to increase further as the burgeoning Asian middle classes’ taste for meat grows. “This year cattle markets have pushed the envelope, reaching unprecedented levels. It is an uptrend that is expected to continue for another 12 to 18 months, which will coincide with an expected contraction in supplies projected for 2016,” he says. “The high demand for cattle domestically is seeing animals from the north enter the southern market to cash in on price increases. But it is the flourishing international demand that will see the pricing momentum

increase. We expect to be approached by more stations and primary producers that want to get in on the action. With systems such as ‘Big Brother’ in place, we’ll be ready.” Frontier International Agri is operated by a team with a combined 250 years’ experience exporting Australasia’s sought-after beef and dairy stock around the world. The company’s mission is to be the supply partner of choice for leading livestock beef, dairy and breeding sheep customers in selected world markets. Frontier aims to deliver an outstanding product for consumption or breeding to customers who demand high quality and performance, backed by outstanding service in nutrition, health and animal husbandry, and high standards of animal welfare.

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HEAVY MACHINERY, HYDRAULIC CONVEYER BELTS, DRILLING, BLASTING AND TRENCHING ARE CORE TECHNOLOGIES FOR ANY MINING OPERATION – AND ALL ARE BEING TRANSFORMED BY NEW, HIGH-TECH EQUIPMENT AND PROCESSES.

ention of the mining industry conjures images of vast walls of rock being blasted into rubble that gets loaded into gigantic trucks by equally huge wheel loaders or excavators. While such high-tech equipment is the impressive, easily seen part of a mine, modern mining operations are connected by a web of seen and unseen conveyor belts as well as underground utilities laid using trenching machines – another area in which technology is changing operations.

Automated drilling Drilling and blasting is a fundamental part of any mining operation, but like virtually every other part of the industry, automation has changed the process beyond recognition in recent years. Manufacturers such as Sandvik Mining now offer drilling rigs that need no humans on board and can be operated from a central control room. Sandvik’s business line manager for surface drills and exploration, Scott Wright, says the automation options available “range from operator assistance to removing people from rigs and doing the evolution from the control centre”.

According to Wright, the main driver for automation is availability of skills, although the automated rigs consistently do the job as well or better than even the most experienced operators can. “By reducing [the] skill set, mine operators can get people up and running quickly, and the experienced people they have can sit in command centres and operate three to four drills remotely,” he says. Automation also offers improved accuracy. An automated drill will drill to an elevation rather than a hole depth, so if the drill plan calls for a 35-metre hole, you know you’ll get that. This limits dilution of

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waste into the hole and removes or reduces operator damage, and is more consistent in accordance with OEM parameters.

Hydraulic excavators vs wheeled loaders Once the hole has been drilled and the blasting pattern actuated, the ore needs to be moved from the mine floor to the crusher or to some other processing centre. Both hydraulic excavators and wheeled loaders can move materials at mines, but which one is more effective? The answer depends a great deal on operational conditions in the mine in question but in some mines, the excavator has the advantage. Because wheeled loaders must have buckets wider than their tyre width to protect the tyre rims, this reduces linear breakout force, which results in a longer work cycle time and smaller bucket loads. While this is of less importance with loose material, the greater breakout force available with an excavator makes it ideal for loading compacted material. To manoeuvre a wheeled loader, the operator typically requires a space of more than twice the loaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s length, so an excavator has the advantage in small pits as it does not require forward and backward travel. Because wheeled loaders are moving constantly, the operators in both vehicles need to split their attention continually among various tasks. Hydraulic excavators, by contrast, remain stationary, which minimises floor congestion and reduces the stress on both the excavator operator and haul truck drivers. If the floor of the pit is broken and uneven, excavators have another

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Excavators can also reduce waste as they can dump more accurately. Wheeled loaders have a relatively low dump height, making it difficult for operators to see where their load is being deposited. By contrast, excavator operators sit very high up and can see easily into the beds of the trucks they load. While wheeled loaders are faster than excavators, the ability to move loaders quickly to other locations is a major benefit. Many mine managers have found the constant shuffling of loaders to be inefficient, however, and while excavators are not as speedy as loaders, they can travel or be floated for longer moves.

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Hydraulics Hydraulic conveyor belts are a major part of many mining operations and as with any other aspect of mining, the hydraulics sector has seen a lot of change over the past 40 years according to Custom Fluidpower (CFP) sales director, Neil Martin. “CFP’s background is in bauxite and coal mining and the systems that were developed in the early years were quite basic. They weren’t efficient or environmentally friendly, the product designs did not lend themselves to reducing leaks and they broke down a lot,” Martin says. Conveyor belts now conform to high safety and environmental standards and operating cost is a major consideration. “A broken hydraulic hose can do a lot of damage so we’re focusing on reducing hoses, which in turn means less leaks, less breakdowns and less exposure to risk from a blown hose. “A big part of our business is extending the life of those olderdesigned conveyor-belt systems still in use by developing engineered packages to improve cooling and filtration. Reducing maintenance costs is also a focus and we’ve developed an automatic braking system, which reduces maintenance,

which reduces costs, and even more importantly risk, because people don’t have to maintain it as often.” Because of CFP’s R&D investment, Martin is upbeat about the future industry despite the talk of doom and gloom. “Mines are reducing capital equipment spend, but they’re still moving product. If we keep developing innovative systems that solve producers’ problems then companies can keep producing while reducing operational spend.”

Next-gen trenching Drilling, blasting, loading, hauling – all these evolutions are tied together by a web of utilities. The most efficient way to install such utilities is underground and trenching is another mining operation that is being revolutionised by technology. Traditionally, trenching machines travel on tracks or wheels and dig open trenches that are filled in later. This presents workplace health and

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magine for a second an allencompassing despondency, a lack of impetus to smile at something you know to be funny, a feeling of disconnection from the people you love and a sense of bewilderment as to your reason for being. This is depression. Here in Australia, one in eight males and one in five females needn’t ponder what it’s like because, at some point in their lives, depression will affect them directly. Famously dubbed the ‘black dog’ by Winston Churchill, depression is a devastating and debilitating mental illness that has a sad but very real correlation with suicide. While anyone is vulnerable to depression, recent research conducted by Edith Cowan University reveals that fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers suffer from depression at more than twice the rate of the general Australian population. Jane Williams, clinical director of The Sanctuary Byron Bay, offers various reasons as to why

this is the case. “FIFO workers are disconnected from their families and support systems, and are forced to operate in an environment that’s not very stable,” she says. “And depending on whether they’re a shift worker, too, their sleep cycles get interrupted, which is often associated with increased vulnerability to depression and anxiety.” Despite this alarming research, mine sites are largely perceived and portrayed as ‘masculine’ environments and there remains stigma and shame when it comes to mental health. In Williams’ experience, this is particularly the case in older workers. She says, “For people in their 50s and 60s, there’s still the sense that you should be able to handle things yourself; you should be stoic and just cope.” While she recognises that younger people are generally more willing to discuss emotions and problems that arise in their lives, Williams believes that attitudes towards mental health are, in large

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Ore business developed the ‘Mental Wellness Standard’, a document that it uses to make sure its workforce is aware of mental illness and to provide workers with the tools to reach out for support if they need it. This isn’t an isolated example. Rio Tinto Iron Ore is in partnership with Ngala organisation to help build the capability of local service providers to better deal with the needs of a FIFO population. And in August 2015, Sodexo, which operates mining infrastructure and services, won the Workforce Innovation Award at the 2015 AMMA (Australian Mines and Metals Association) Industry Awards for its ‘I Hear You’ campaign. It provides support to its employees

experiencing mental health issues and teaches people to recognise the signs and symptoms of personal crisis among friends, family and colleagues. While this is a good start, proactive mental health measures need to be more uniformly implemented across the industry. Williams believes that mining companies have a corporate responsibility to all of their FIFO employees. “They’re out in the middle of nowhere where services aren’t that accessible, so I think the corporation has a job to make sure [its] staff are well supported, and that they have access to help if they want it,” she says. “Corporations need to

FAST FACTS • Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide (source: World Health Organization).

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encourage seeking help rather than stigmatise it.” The importance of destigmatising mental health among the FIFO workforce has been highlighted by not-for-profit organisation beyondblue, whose National Roadshow – a big blue bus filled with expert staff who travelled to some of Australia’s most remote communities and sparked conversations about mental health over a period of 15 months – took a pit stop in the Pilbara and Kimberley during Men’s Health Week in June 2015. beyondblue chairman, The Hon. Jeff Kennett AC acknowledged that, “There are a lot of men up in the Pilbara and Kimberley and they may

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competent to identify the signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and have a conversation with a worker they are worried about.” And, of course, there is Man Therapy, an online forum that uses acerbic wit and down-to-earth humour to cut through mental health stigma. Man Therapy provides a safe, accessible place for people to gain more information about mental illness and where to go for help. At the end of the day, depression is an intensely isolating and lonely illness, and one that feeds on the notion that no-one understands how an individual feels. While the cultural changes underway in the FIFO workplace are doing wonders to destigmatise depression and mental illness, this is possibly of little solace to someone suffering from it. If the black dog is plaguing you, it’s important to remember that recovery from depression is possible and that there is help out there.

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Mining careers on solid ground Associate Professor Paul Hagan, Head of UNSW School of Mining Engineering

The next mining boom is on the horizon, with experts predicting a sharp rise in sector activity over the next 3-4 years. This positive outlook contradicts previous claims that the current mining downturn is here to stay.

“These sectors are always interested in people who have an engineering background, who understand the mining industry...”

“... the mining companies require talented engineers and other professionals.”

of the immediate mining sector. These include roles in the rapidly growing underground construction industry for road, rail and other infrastructure; the financial services sector; and the mining equipment, technology and services sector that services the global mining industry. Graduates with a few years experience are also well positioned for roles in the engineering and business consulting sector.

According to Paul Hagan, the Head of School for UNSW Mining Engineering, the data shows that the mining sector operates on a 7-8 year cycle. He says the current downturn is a response to commodity pricing rather than productivity, and doesn’t accurately reflect the fact that mining export volumes are still at record levels. “To be able to sustain those export levels, the mining companies require talented engineers and other professionals. In fact, the industry need for qualified mining professionals is currently very strong as the sector readies itself for the next upturn,” he says. For students planning to commence a UNSW mining engineering degree in the next couple of years, the news is good: at the end of the four-year degree, they’ll be poised to enter the mining workforce near the peak of the next cycle. The skills they acquire over the course of the degree will also prepare them for a wide variety of careers, providing a solid foundation of alternative employment options outside

“... at the end of the four-year degree, they’ll be poised to enter the mining workforce near the peak of the next cycle.” “These sectors are always interested in people who have an engineering background, who understand the mining industry and who have the people skills necessary to manage the complexities of what are often multibillion dollar projects” Hagan says. “There’s always going to be a need for qualified graduates, now and into the future to provide the minerals necessary for nearly everything we use in our everyday lives.”

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RESOURCE WORKERS TURN TO MBAS FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOUR YEARS AGO, GEORGE PADWICK LEFT HIS JOB AS AN OPERATIONS MANAGER IN CANADA TO BEGIN A MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA BUSINESS SCHOOL. t was a plunge into the unknown, but for George it was an easy decision. “As the operations manager at a large manufacturing plant for a global company, I was expected to be knowledgeable on a wide range of business fundamentals,” George says. “I quickly realised that my degree in engineering had given me the technical skills I needed for the role, but had failed to prepare me with the management skills that I needed to succeed and progress. When I stopped and looked around, it seemed that the people who had succeeded in getting to where I wanted to go all had MBAs.” Today, George holds the job title of Process Lead Production Integration – Operational Readiness at BHP Billiton in Canada. George’s experience is reflected across the resources sector. Globally, more mining and resources workers are turning to MBAs to boost their leadership and management skills.

It’s a trend that’s also happening at the population, we’ve worked really hard to UWA Business School. make our MBA accessible - especially “We have a really diverse group of for students who have work and family MBA students – from commitments. We offer engineering, health, online units, evening and The UWA government, the not-forintensive block teaching, Business School and overseas study trips – profit sector – the list goes on,” says UWA’s MBA is also one of so students can complete Director Dr Michele their studies in the most an elite group convenient way for them. Roberts. “We’re the first choice “Our MBA students can of Australian for a lot of ambitious young also choose to specialise in professionals because of our business schools natural resources or another reputation: UWA is ranked to hold double area, and tailor their studies 87th in the world, placing to their interests and goals.” international us in the top one per cent of The UWA Business universities globally. accreditation School’s MBA Flexible can “The UWA Business be completed in between School is also one of an elite group of 16 months and five years. The School also Australian business schools to hold double offers an intensive 12-month MBA Full international accreditation, and our Time, as well as four graduate certificates: engagement with industry ensures our in Business; Entrepreneurship and students get a lot of valuable insights and Innovation; Leadership; and Social Impact. networking opportunities. “Because of our large fly-in-fly-out Further information: mba.uwa.edu.au

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ing riv th is ughter ur dachild “O“Our is thriving y” pp ha ly se en m im d an and immensely happy” Kristine Lawless, Downlands Parent, Toowoomba UNSOLICITED PARENT COMMENT

With 43 subjects, 17 sports, 8 ensembles, and a vibrant community, Downlands is the school of choice. Our 38 hectare campus, including an onsite Rural Centre, is located just minutes from Toowoomba City centre and Australia’s newest airport. With a total student population of 750, including 220 boarding students from across Australia and the Pacific, your child is appreciated, guided and cared for.

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NEW WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY FOR DOWNLANDS’ BOARDER ear 11 boarder Timothy Humphries-Tattam wasn’t supposed to attend Downlands. “We stumbled across the Downlands Open Day on our way to another school. My parents and I instantly fell in love with it. The people are just amazing; it’s such a beautiful school and that made up our minds that I would come to Downlands.” A talented actor, Timothy was accepted on a Performing Arts scholarship. “I perform in plays, Drama Club and the drama class productions. I’ve also enjoyed being part of the Empire Theatre IMPACT Ensemble,” he says. “I always wanted to be an actor but I didn’t really think it would be possible; I thought I’d end up on the farm. Now after moving to Downlands it’s actually become a goal I feel like I can achieve.” Although moving from home to boarding school initially took a bit of adjustment, Timothy soon found his feet. “The first week was a bit of a shock,

but I really enjoy the fact that I have access to so many opportunities. There’s the gym; and it’s really awesome to be able to live with your mates. If I want some thinking time I take a walk up to the College Rural Centre.” In his short time at the College Timothy has earned the respect of staff and students alike and now, at the end of Year 11, he has been selected as a member of the Student Leadership team. Timothy was excited to hear of his nomination. “I can’t believe I can represent Downlands as a leader. They’ve been so open and caring to me; I hope I can give something back to the school that’s given so much to me.”

Strong values encourage students to make wise choices To be selected as a leader, students have to be on Level 1 of the Downlands Behaviour Management system. This system is student initiated and merit-based, giving Downlanders the

opportunity to be recognised for their commitment to their schooling. This includes working to their academic potential, participation in co-curricular programs and being engaged in Social Justice and community-based activities. Mr Tim Morrison, Deputy Principal – Pastoral Care, believes that the levels system has resulted in a significant improvement in student enthusiasm and community participation. “The students exhibit a genuine love for their school and also have a true sense of compassion about broader world issues.” Of course, sometimes students make poor choices and drop a level, and there are logical consequences for this behaviour. “However, we currently have more than a third of our Year 11 students achieving Level 1 and 98% of our seniors level 3 and above,” Tim says. “This contributes significantly to the vibrant coeducational community we have here at Downlands.”

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A nurturing and caring boarding community At Pymble we recognise the importance of well-balanced girls. Our dedicated and passionate boarding staff recognise and nurture the unique strengths and qualities of each girl as they move from dependence to independence. Our College provides a home away from home in a world class learning environment set on 20 hectares of beautiful park-like grounds on Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Upper North Shore. We invite you to experience Pymble for yourself on a tour of the College or at one of our 2016 Secondary School Open Evenings on 17 March, 8 June or 25 August. Weekly tours of the College are conducted during term. For more information phone 02 9855 7799 or visit www.pymblelc.nsw.edu.au

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PYMBLE LADIES’ COLLEGE PYMBLE LADIES’ COLLEGE, AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL FOR GIRLS, OFFERS A DYNAMIC LEARNING ENVIRONMENT WHERE STUDENTS ARE PROVIDED WITH THE OPPORTUNITIES, PROGRAMS, WIDE SUBJECT CHOICES AND FACILITIES TO DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS IN CREATIVE THINKING AND FLEXIBLE LEARNING EQUIPPING THEM FOR THE DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES BEYOND THE COLLEGE GATES.

ur strategic vision Towards 2020 – Striving for the highest, provides four signposts – Personalised Education, People and Culture, Community and Sustainability - to guide us in the delivery of an education that is universally acknowledged for its outstanding quality providing exceptional opportunities for girls and young women. Students are instilled with an awareness of social justice and actively engage in community service activities and support charities throughout the year. Our five core values of care, courage, integrity, respect and responsibility encapsulate the spirit of the College and underpin the ethos of the community service program. The College’s personalised education program is designed to recognise the unique qualities of every student and aims to provide each girl with the specific academic and personal care

she requires at the various stages of her school life. Proud tradition of boarding The College has a long and proud tradition of boarding with 20 of its first 60 students enrolled as boarders in 1916. Boarding, available at Pymble from Years 7 to 12, still plays a key role in College life today, developing students’ leadership capacity and facilitating their growth towards becoming capable, caring and confident young women. As a boarder, students engage in a rich and diverse learning community with access to high quality resources and a team of professional and dedicated boarding staff. The boarding structure at Pymble has been designed to nurture and support the particular needs of girls at different year levels. Located in Pymble’s spacious and picturesque grounds, three boarding houses – Lang House for Year 12, Goodlet House for Years 10 and 11

and Marden House for Years 7, 8 and 9 – have been created to foster the growth and development of girls at different stages of physical, emotional, social and spiritual growth. Recognising the needs of families residing beyond Sydney, the College provides accommodation in a residence within the grounds for boarding parents which may be booked as required when they are visiting their daughter. For more information, visit: www.pymblelc.nsw.edu.au or call +612 9855 7799

The boarding structure at Pymble has been designed to nurture and support the particular needs of girls at different year levels.

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Dubbo Christian School was established in 1983 and offers Bible-based and Christ centred schooling for children aged 3 years to Year 12 in Sheraton Road Dubbo in beautiful surroundings with great facilities. K-6 schooling is also offered at Wellington Christian School, which is managed by Dubbo Christian School. We are delighted to now also offer boarding for Years 7-12 students from rural and remote areas.

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DUBBO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ubbo Christian School commenced managing Pumula Lodge at the beginning of 2015 and can now offer boarding at this 16-resident student hostel situated just 5 minutes from the school. Boarding is available for students in Years 7-12 from rural and remote areas who attend Dubbo Christian School. Features of Pumula Lodge include 5-day boarding, full-time Christian house-parents, with pastoral and academic support. Also, transport is provided to and from Dubbo Christian School each day. Dubbo Christian School commenced in 1983 and is set in beautiful grounds in Sheraton Road Dubbo. With a passionate and committed staff and a 570-strong student cohort, facilities include a 900 seat auditorium, Library Resource Centre and Gymnasium as

well as pre-Kindergarten programs. We offer a full curriculum and senior studies program, providing an enriching schooling experience right through to the HSC. The purchase of land surrounding the school will allow us to meet our strategic master-planning goals for further expansion. In 2014 we took over the operation of Wellington Christian School – a small school in the picturesque town of Wellington, just 30 minutes down the Mitchell Highway. A visit to Dubbo Christian School today reveals a caring learning community seeking to live out our

mission ‘To provide quality schooling which is Bible-based and Christcentred’. We are blessed with a positive, caring school culture that flows out of our commitment to Christ. We’re about partnering with parents to prepare students for life after school in terms of academic preparation and whole of life preparation through service, faith and character. Picture your family as part of the great Dubbo Christian School learning community - call us on 6882 0044 (ext 153) if you would like to find our more, or take a look around our school and boarding facility.

We’re about partnering with parents to prepare students for life after school in terms of academic preparation and whole of life preparation through service, faith and character.

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CRANBROOK IS A WORLD CLASS SCHOOL WHICH ENCOURAGES AND ENABLES ALL OF ITS STUDENTS TO EXPLORE, ENJOY AND FULFIL THEIR POTENTIAL

To learn about boarding and how we prepare our boys to fulfil their talents, flourish and exercise influence in a rapidly evolving and challenging world, please contact Nancy Incoll, Director of Admissions on 9327 9420 or nincoll@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au Cranbrook is an Anglican independent day and boarding school for boys, Pre-school to Year 12 in Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eastern suburbs.

Music and academic scholarships for Year 7 2017 are now open. For further information and to apply please visit www.cranbrook.nsw.edu.au

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IDENTIFYING, BELONGING AND ACHIEVING ranbrook School is an Anglican independent day and boarding school for boys, Pre-school to Year 12 located in Bellevue Hill in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Our two Boarding Houses promote a close, family-like environment so boys feel confident and secure. Leadership, cross-age interaction, camaraderie and a strong sense of belonging to their ‘home away from home’ are cultivated as the boys experience boarding together. The recent renovations of the Boarding Houses has not only ensured our boys experience exceptional facilities but has enhanced this strong sense of identity and pride in their House. The sense of belonging and being part of the boarding family develops quickly for the boys as they are immersed into the many weekend boarding activities. Archie Hyles, a Year 7 boarder from Bookham, joined Cranbrook at the beginning of this year and has quickly

settled into boarding life. He attributes this to the ‘the boys in the House making you feel at home and part of the family. The older boys look out for you in and around the school.’ With access to exceptional facilities and learning opportunities, boarding offers a whole education that empowers boys to recognise their own unique potential. Supported by an outstanding boarding academic team, the opportunities for learning beyond the classroom are extensive. Talking about his own experiences as a Cranbrook Year 11 boarder and Second Head Prefect is Ben Clarke from Port Macquarie who stated: ‘Boarding really opens up every opportunity to get involved in all aspects of school life and helps you find your niche; not only what you enjoy but what

you are really good at. Boarding is about learning new things, getting out of your comfort zone, and finding out what kind of person you can, and want to be.’ Boarders can easily access the early morning extension classes and academic clinics available at school. With no travel time to factor in to their timetable the boys can put extra effort into their study, sport, music or any of the other cocurricular activities they are interested in. Cranbrook’s Director of Boarding, James Boyd, said: ‘Boarding at Cranbrook provides not only a level of academic advantage but also empowers the boys to recognise their own unique potential and learn valuable life skills such as independence, confidence, resilience, compassion and companionship. All of which are essential for life beyond school.’

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Australia’s most satisfied students study at Marcus Oldham.

Marcus Oldham has been ranked in the top 5% in the 2014 National University Experience Survey, significantly outscoring Australia’s 40 universities for Quality of Entire Educational Experience and Overall Quality of Teaching. For a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Agribusiness or Equine Management, choose one of Australia’s highest performing education institutions for student satisfaction. Agriculture | Agribusiness | Equine Management Marcus Oldham, Geelong, Victoria, Australia Phone: 1800 623 500 Email: courses@marcusoldham.vic.edu.au www.marcusoldham.vic.edu.au

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FROM STOCK FEED TO SUPER FOOD tudies at the Centre for Food and Genomic Medicine based at the Western Australian Institute for Medical Research, have shown that the Australian sweet white lupin suppresses appetite, reduces glycaemic load of carbohydrates, improves insulin sensitivity and lowers blood pressure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; effects crucial in preventing the ever-increasing incidence of diabetes. The occurrence of diabetes has more than doubled worldwide in the last 30 years. Today, all livestock producers know that classifying lupins only as a stock feed is dramatically under-selling them. Due to their relative safety as an unprocessed supplementary feed source compared to cereal grains, lupins are now considered to be one of the best forms of protein grains for a number of livestock production systems. Marcus Oldham graduate, Peter Horwood, a lupin grower at Mingenew, Western Australia says if the white lupin had not been domesticated,

and the great breeding programs had not been undertaken initially by the University of Western Australia, he is unsure where their grain production system would be today. Lupins are a great break-crop in a near hundred percent cropping system. Having a profitable legume in the rotation plan is valuable when farming the sand plains of Western Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Midwest. If lupins were lost as a legume break-crop in their cropping system on the sand plains, Peter said he would be fearful of maintaining their wheat yields.

Lupin breeding The first variety was released in 1967 with approximately 25 new varieties released over the last 50 years. Research funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), has resulted in improved varieties doubling the yields from the first commercially available variety.

Lupins have been elevated to a super food for human consumption and over the last ten years, processors in Western Australia have researched and refined the processing of lupins into flour and flakes - the main two being Irwin Valley Milling and Lupin Foods Australia. What makes lupins a super food? Lupins are the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s richest form of a natural source of combined protein and dietary fibre rich in prebiotics, low GI (glycaemic load), easily digestible, an excellent source of minerals, gluten and fructose free and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. The Australian sweet lupin is low in fat, improves glucose metabolism, improves bowel health, is prebiotic - promoting the growth of good bacteria, and a very high source of essential amino acids. Lupin flour and flakes are a vital ingredient in many recipes. For more information and recipes, visit: lupinfoods.com.au/recipes

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KNOX GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2017 SCHOLARSHIPS ONLINE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Online applications for 2017 Scholarships, including scholarships for regional students, close 9 February 2016. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT KNOX NEXT GENERATION BOARDING Please contact Martin Gooding, Head of Enrolments, on 02 9473 9768 or goodingm@knox.nsw.edu.au A Uniting Church school for boys, K-12, Wahroonga, Sydney

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INTRODUCING THE KNOX SENIOR SECONDARY ACADEMY

STUDENTS AND STAFF RETURNING TO KNOX GRAMMAR IN WAHROONGA, SYDNEY, AT THE START OF TERM 3 HAD AN EXTRA SPRING IN THEIR STEP WITH THE OPENING OF A GROUND-BREAKING NEW FACILITY. fter more than 18 months’ construction, the a modern library; a 150-seat lecture theatre and state-ofKnox Grammar Senior Secondary Academy the-art Science labs. The facility also has modern Finance (KSSA) threw open its doors for the first time. and Legal Studies classrooms, including a space that has The KSSA is more than been modelled on a corporate boardroom. a new building, in the six months since “The facility does illustrate that ‘Knox is A key it opened there has been a massive innovation wrapped in tradition’,” said the inspiration for Headmaster. transformation in the culture and ethic of the design of the A key inspiration for the design of the senior students at Knox. “The Academy has been designed to meet Academy was Academy was ‘Social Learning Theory’. This the specific learning needs of Year 11 and 12 concept, developed by Stamford University students as they transition from school to the ‘Social Learning psychology professor Albert Bandura, says that more independent world of future studies,” Theory’. This behaviour is learned from the environment said Knox Headmaster John Weeks. concept says through the process of observational learning. Over the spring school holidays, the KSSA The Academy provides many new that behaviour was also open for boys in Year 12 to use as a innovative opportunities, especially for Boarders. For example, the new Year 11 and is learned from place to prepare for the HSC examinations, and many boys took up this opportunity. 12 library in the KSSA has extended opening the environment The feedback from Knox staff has also hours from early in the morning until late in through the been wonderful, with the teachers enjoying the evening, with specialist staff available to working in a fresh, modern workplace, with provide extra tuition and academic support. process of new spaces to try innovative teaching practice, The facade of the Academy has been observational such as team teaching. designed in the style of ‘Scottish Baronial’ architecture but inside the building you will learning For more information and to watch a video find flexible learning spaces, new technology about the KSSA, visit www.knox.nsw.edu.au/kssa. and passionate, creative teachers dedicated to the boys’ To book a tour of the new Knox Senior Secondary academic success. Academy or the Knox Boarding House, please contact Some of the key features of the KSSA include a large Mr Martin Gooding, Head of Enrolments, on Seniors Hall used by students for group and individual 02 9473 9768 or goodingm@knox.nsw.edu.au. study, recreation and for meetings with students and staff; RegionalBusinessReview

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IT’S TIME TO THINK ABOUT UPSKILLING egional, rural and mining communities are feeling the economic pinch. The mining boom has ended and we’re on what seems to be a downturn in employment, with news of numerous layoffs from major employers as well as small business. It’s no wonder there’s an uneasy feeling amongst workers and in communities in general. In this climate it is vital employees consider upskilling to ensure their value to employers and for future endeavours. Postgraduate qualifications such as those in business, safety or asset management could help safeguard careers for many workers. And, with increasingly relevant and flexible study options for busy professionals and interstate travellers offered by CQUniversity Australia, it’s never been easier for savvy individuals to future-proof their careers. One such program is CQUniversity’s recently launched MBA, which ranked 13th in the 2015 BOSS magazine’s MBA rankings. Tailored to aspiring managers and experienced and emerging professionals, the program is offered on campus in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and via distance education – enabling executives to study just about wherever they are in the world. CQUniversity Dean of Business and Law Lee Di Milia said the flexibility to

mix study modes and attend classes at any location during their program of study means that MBA students from any location can attend program courses at multiple campus locations while travelling for work, or simply review content online – an attribute that sets CQUniversity’s MBA apart from many others in the country. Like those gaining their MBA, individuals looking to undertake postgraduate studies in the area of safety will also be safeguarding their careers. Safety roles have seen a resurgence in recent times, indicating that with the end of the mining boom, we could well be heading for a safety boom. That’s the view of Allison Hutton (below), OHS and Accident Forensics lecturer at CQUniversity Gladstone Marina. Allison was part of CQUniversity’s successful bid to host the Safety Institute of Australia’s Visions OHS Conference in October this year. “With so many billions of dollars of industry, and so many people involved in new industrial technology, safety has had to be a priority,” she said. Allison has worked at the safety coalface of industry for two decades, across Western Australia and Queensland. “It has been an exciting time to be part of Australia’s safety profession – so much has changed in the past 20 years, including

new technology, new systems and more knowledge among workers.” To support this trend, CQUniversity has worked closely with industry to broaden its scope of postgraduate qualifications in this field, and now offer a variety of programs in Safety Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Accident Phenomenology and Accident Investigation. Another niche area which is gaining momentum is the field of Asset and Maintenance Management. CQUniversity’s range of postgraduate qualifications in this field are highly regarded by industry, reflecting the increasing demand for asset management reliability, availability and maintainability, as well as advanced maintenance management qualifications. Ideally suited to those currently employed in the areas of asset management, maintenance engineering or maintenance management, CQUniversity’s postgraduate study options in this field are ideal for those looking to advance their career or upgrade their knowledge, skills and qualifications in a changing industry. For more information regarding upgrading your qualifications with a postgraduate degree from CQUniversity, visit their website cqu.edu.au/study2016 or phone 132786.

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HIT THE GROUND RUNNING he small Hunter Valley town of Dungog could not be more different to the fast-paced business centre of Sydney, but that’s the career path University of New England (UNE) Agricultural and Resource Economics graduate Angus Hancock has chosen. Angus grew up on a beef farm and although schooling took him to the city, he always knew he wanted a career that kept him connected to the land. “Growing up on a property gave me a keen understanding of the challenges and rewards of making a living off the land, and I always intended to go on and further my study in it,” he said. Now working for Nestlé as a Procurement Analyst, his focus is on developing links with sustainable agriculture operations to ensure social equality, environmental protection and economic growth.

When Angus started university in the city he felt disconnected from his studies, both because of the limited interaction with teaching staff and the sheer number of students in his classes. When a career opportunity came up, he decided to take the job and switch to studying his Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics online with UNE. “By far the biggest benefit I got from UNE was the dedication of the teaching and academic staff,” Angus said. “The lecturers were responsive to my keen interest in the subject matter, and always took the necessary time to help me understand some of the more difficult aspects. “Besides this, UNE is recognized as a leading academic institution in agribusiness and agricultural & resource economics. Its reputation has played strongly in my favour as I have progressed through the various phases of

my professional career.” In his current role, Angus has gained first-hand experience in foreign exchange movements, international law, agricultural and food regulations. But most importantly, “the importance of economic, social and financial sustainability,” he said. “I would love to be part of the movement that ushers in sustainable agriculture as a long-term solution to ensure social equality, environmental protection and economic growth.” To ensure his success Angus has returned to UNE, to study a Diploma in the Sciences online focussing on the biological and physical sciences. “From the point of view of someone working full-time in a demanding job, the flexibility of online education means that you can achieve a work-life-study balance not achievable at on-campus only universities,” he said.

The value in choosing UNE UNE’s agribusiness and agricultural resource economics degrees span the entire value chain, drawing on UNE’s world-leading expertise in business, agriculture, the environment, food and economics. UNE’s Bachelor of Agribusiness provides students with the business skills and knowledge to prepare them for employment in the food and agribusiness industries from the farm level through to multinational companies while the Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics focusses on the economy, international trade and business, resource management and finance.

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Karl Sternberg Bachelor of Food and Agribusiness student University of Sydney “I have always been interested in the agriculture industry, having grown up in a regional town. I had also been a chef for five years and, along with my interest in food, I was looking at ways to further my career, but with better working hours and conditions,” says Karl Sternberg, student in the Bachelor of Food and Agribusiness.

Karl has since developed an interest in sustainable practices and wants to make a difference to the way consumers see the food they eat. “I began looking into commercial food production and found this course. I was extremely interested in being able to learn about both business and science in one degree,” says Karl. “I found that many universities offered food science or agribusiness, but did not combine the two. I was also working in Sydney at the time, so the transition from chef to student was easier.” Karl enjoys the variety in the subjects taught in the degree. “Studying both business and science means that we are not just in lectures and tutorials every day. We break it up with practicals and site visits. It allows us to get a good balance between understanding and practicing what we have been taught.” Being part of a defined course also has its benefits.

“The social aspect has been great. We are all like-minded people with similar interests, but come from a wide variety of backgrounds,” says Karl. Karl believes that as a society, we need to develop more sustainable ways of producing food and inform consumers about where their food comes from. “I am extremely interested in sustainability. I believe that as the population is growing, we are putting more and more pressure on our environment. We need to educate consumers to make the right decisions,” says Karl. With so many opportunities, Karl says it is hard to choose just one career path. “Food product development appeals to me. Working in a test kitchen, designing new food products would be very interesting.” Karl hopes to eventually move into producing his own product lines, but says that is, for now, a long way down the track.

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