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Welcome to ONPAKO and beyond... Issue #12, 2021. Welcome to On Pako and beyond…Issue #12. Like so many others, we’re extremely happy to be back in business and presenting to you, the reader, our twelfth publication of this passionately received and greatly supported magazine, designed to showcase our premier lifestyle destination, Pakington Street, and our beautiful region beyond. While we’re always sincerely grateful to each and every business that supports our publications, we have never been more appreciative as what we are now for that support. We are very much aware that every business that has contributed to this issue is continuing to recover from the impact of COVID-19 while still following current guidelines, however, both existing and new clients, who we extend a very warm welcome to, have shown great enthusiasm in wanting to be part of this autumn/winter edition and for that we express a big THANK YOU! Of course, this publication would also not have been possible without the amazing efforts and dedication of our greatly admired and professional team members who we are, as always, so very thankful to. As we all go about embracing the relaxed restrictions that we’re able to enjoy in this very lucky country of ours, we hope that throughout the months ahead, many of you will also go about supporting the businesses within this issue so they may have the opportunity to return to better times. We hope you also enjoy reading the wonderful articles presented in this complimentary publication of which additional copies can be sourced from participating businesses throughout the Geelong region and beyond. We would also like to advise that you can now engage with On Pako and beyond… at edmag.com.au and selecting ‘VIEW LATEST ISSUE’.

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CONTENTS Christine Couzens MP

Diversitat

Jewellery by Sergio

National Celtic Festival

Geelong Arts Centre

Taste Destination

Barwon Heads Brewing Co

Taste Jamaica

Hanoi Kitchen

Fashion & Beauty

SNIF Perfumery

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Coping with Covid

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CHRISTINE COUZENS MP It is great to have ON PAKO magazine back after such a challenging year for everyone. The Geelong community proved just how resilient it is during the COVID-19 global pandemic. I am proud of the way in which our community stepped up and supported each other, particularly some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

It is a privilege to be the Member for Geelong, working with constituents, and the many organisations and bodies across our great City, and representing the many views and ideas they put forward. As a Member of the Andrews Government, I am very proud of the legislative reforms we have delivered, including the Gender Equality Act, Wage Theft, Industrial Manslaughter and Treaty with First Nations People. In my role as Ambassador for Closing the Gap I have had the opportunity to work with First Nations People across Victoria on the Closing the Gap Targets and on Treaty, Self-determination and Truth and Justice. Truth and Justice Healing and reconciliation takes more than just a law change. It takes time, and it takes telling the truth about our past. Confronting and admitting the hard reality of what our history really is. 12 ONPAKO

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That’s why our Government is partnering with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria to establish the Yoo-rrook Justice Commission. It will have the powers of a Royal Commission and be fully independent of the Government.

March for Justice in Geelong On the 15th March 2021 thousands of women across Australia gave voice in opposition to violence against women. Right here in Geelong we saw hundreds of women turn out to the Geelong March for Justice, starting at Geelong Trades Hall and marching to the mall for speeches.

The Commission’s job will be to listen and tell the whole truth of Victoria’s story.

The march, organised by the Geelong Women Unionists Network, marched under the slogan Enough is Enough.

It will investigate both historical and ongoing injustices experienced by Aboriginal Victorians across all areas of life.

Systematic change must start at the top, at the highest level of Government, but what we are seeing is our Federal Government failing women and girls in a shockingly public way.

That means exposing and recording the dark parts of our history, not just telling one side of our state’s story. It also means looking at the various ways injustice persists – how trauma continues to live on – and why. Importantly, the Commission will make recommendations for meaningful, systemic change so that no further generations of Aboriginal Victorians are held back by systemic discrimination. Truth-telling won’t fix everything. But it will start the process of healing and help us end the injustices that continue to this day. It will be the first process of its kind in Australia – but not the first ever. South Africa, Canada and New Zealand have all held similar processes to shine a light on their dark pasts and are seen around the world as a success. They laid out a truthful record of a difficult history and formed the basis for reconciliation. In my mind, healing can’t happen

Journey on Wadawurrung Country Exhibition Portrait by Ferne Millen

without uncovering the truth – no matter how difficult it is. We can’t move forward if we pretend our past didn’t happen. The truth-telling process is a step in our treaty journey, and a step towards a fairer future. Truth telling will be hard. For many, it will be profoundly painful. But it should also fill us with hope and optimism too. It will correct the record, but it will also result in tangible outcomes to address injustices. It will make our state fairer and set a course for a more just future. Most importantly it will tell the truth – and there’s nothing more powerful than that.

We have heard of many examples of horrific behaviour in our Federal Parliament over the past months. The behaviour and totally unacceptable responses have been a catalyst for women, girls, boys and men to take to the street to protest. Leaders are meant to instil some level of confidence and hope to protect women and girls from unacceptable and violent behaviour, to put a stop to gendered violence. We all have a responsibility to call out violence against women, but the highest level of Government must also set the example, no more excuses, no more sweeping aside and no more blaming women. I was very proud to attend and speak at the Geelong march and I look forward to being involved in future action. ONPAKO 13

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Multicultural Geelong The Islamic Society Open Day at the Geelong Mosque was a great day to promote intercultural understanding in the spirit of friendship. This annual event gives the broader community the opportunity to learn about and gain an understanding of culture, beliefs, practices and history. Geelong is a great multicultural community and I encourage everyone to engage with the many different cultures that enhance and promote diversity. Many of us know and love the annual Pako Festa, organised by Diversitat, which has become one of the largest free multiarts and cultural events in Australia. Pako Festa celebrates and highlights the many cultural groups and multicultural communities in Geelong and across the region. 14 ONPAKO

Pako Festa was a reimagined event for 2021, with a number of locations in Geelong, as well as Pakington Street, but still with the traditional cultural food offerings, music and displays. The Pako Festa message of diversity, togetherness and inclusion is more important now than ever before. The reimagined event started on the 27th February and ran until the end of March. It was themed “Elements of Culture”, and focused on cultural food, traditional costumes, music, entertainment, art installations and night projections. The Andrews Government has continued to support Pako Festa and I want to thank Diversitat, the local multicultural communities, the Pakington Street Traders and many other local and non-local organisations and businesses who made it all happen.

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School Upgrades There has been a lot happening in many of our school communities within the electorate of Geelong. Most schools in the Geelong electorate have either finished their significant upgrades or are underway. Modern learning environments help develop creative thinking, promote STEM literacy, and inspire learning for life – critical skills for future success. New and modern school buildings contribute to school pride for students, parents and the wider community, building their engagement with education. This investment will ensure that every child has access to a great education, and our government schools are better equipped to prepare students for the 21st century. Ashby Primary School has completed its building program and has recently received a grant from the Inclusive Schools Program to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities have universal access.

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Oberon Primary School students started the year in an upgraded school with a new multi-purpose hall, whilst Oberon South Primary and Oberon Secondary School students began their year in brand-new schools. Newtown and Chilwell Primary Schools have recently completed their new build. Newcomb Park Primary school has commenced their new classroom build, and South Geelong Primary School are currently preparing for their build. Making our Schools more environmentally friendly and sustainable is something I know school communities are very passionate about. Therefore, I was very pleased to announce recently that seven schools in the Geelong electorate will be in the first round of the Solar for Schools funding round. Ashby, Belmont, Geelong South, Roslyn and Whittington Primary schools, and Matthew Flinders and Newcomb Secondary Colleges, will see the installation of solar at their school in coming months. Readers are more than welcome to visit my office for any further information on any of these topics or other State matters Feel free to also contact me by phone or email. 16 ONPAKO

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DIVERSITAT DELIVERS TO FEED OUR CULTURAL COMMUNITY Diversitat Aged Support clients have previously visited its Healthy Living Centre in Norlane for social connection and to enjoy a hot meal. The pandemic forced Diversitat to reinvent how it looks after clients, leading to the introduction of a meal delivery service. Now the program, which features ethnically inspired and nutritionally balanced comfort meals has become so popular it’s here to stay – and it’s been extended for the whole community to enjoy.

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The Diversitat Healthy Living Centre in Norlane has been incredibly popular with clients since it opened in 2018. It’s always been a lively place for clients to meet, participate in activities, receive support, and importantly, to enjoy a hot and nutritionallybalanced meal. “Diversitat Aged Support runs social support groups for older people in our community, specialising in supporting culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities,” says Aged Support General Manager Robyn Martinez. But when COVID hit last year, the Healthy Living Centre was forced to shut its doors to the general public, creating concerns for the wellbeing of clients at risk of isolation. “All our clients were at home, everyone was in lockdown, the organisation was shut down and our staff moved to working from home,” she explained. “We were very concerned about our clients’ welfare, so we had to think quickly about how we could keep seeing our clients.” “There was an offer of some extra money through the Department of Health to operate expanded delivered meals services to people’s homes.” Diversitat applied for the funds and was ultimately successful.

“We changed the way that we work from being very internally focussed to moving out into the community and being able to supply an essential service that our clients need while still being able to see our clients.” “Everything was locked down at the end of March 2020, and by mid-May everything was ready to go.” “It was a steep learning curve, we had to think about driving, vehicles, labelling, packaging, refrigeration, ordering and designing menus but we have a fantastic team who took it in their stride.” One of the key people behind the program is Diversitat’s Head Chef Camille Crozier. “A lot of our clients were nervous about going out shopping, or they could no longer cook for themselves. Coming into the Healthy Living Centre was when they had their one hot meal a day,” she says. With a considerable number of clients from CALD and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, providing a wide variety of options was essential. “We’re Diversitat – we’re not a ‘meat and three veg’ type of menu. We try to keep it very diverse and we touch on all corners of the world. We’re not allowed to travel so we like to travel through our meals.” “We’ve tried things we haven’t tried before – African-style food, South American-style food and a lot of European food.” The menus change each week with very few repeats over the year. But another aspect to the program is how much of the ingredients are grown onsite in the community garden, which promotes fresh, seasonal and organic produce.

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Glenn Evans in the Hope Community Garden

The garden is a place where people come to share produce and supplement their diet with cultural foods

“Not only are our meals made fresh and from scratch, but we know where our ingredients have come from.” Glenn Evans coordinates the Hope Community Garden, which has been taken to new levels of activity due to the meals program. “Eating good, nutritional food is a right, not a privilege,” he says. “The garden was really important before the meals program - it’s a meeting place for people from a range of cultures to gather, connect with nature, unwind and share produce with each other.” “But now with the meals program, we’ve been inspired to grow even more and try new things.” “The produce that we use is seasonal, really fresh, low food miles, people know where their food comes from.” “Too often in our community people don’t know the source of their ingredients or what chemicals might have been added, but here we know everything about what we’re growing.” “At the moment we’ve been using kaffir lime leaves in soups, leeks in tarts and we still have plenty of tomatoes from a bumper crop this year,” he explains. In addition to ensuring that clients enjoy a nutritious meal, the program also helps staff keep in touch and perform welfare checks. Mietta Scarlett is the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural guide worker who also assists with the meal deliveries and keeping in touch with clients. “It’s about more than the meals, during the pandemic this engagement is the only engagement a lot of our clients have, so it’s important for us to be able to talk to them and make sure they’re okay,” she says. 20 ONPAKO

The dedicated team of kitchen staff behind the program, L-R: Helen Polyzos, Rajeswari Ranjithkumar, Camille Crozier and Reign Kotev

Dixie Dean is a client of the meals program and says the meals program has helped during a very difficult time. “With COVID you get to a place where you start feeling lonely and you don’t want to cook for yourself,” she explains. “It’s helped me in a way that I don’t have to cook for myself.” “I love the international menu, I get to try foods that I’ve never tried before – and I like trying different foods. Each time it’s a different cuisine.” “I absolutely recommend it, the meals are beautiful and they’re getting better and better as time goes by.” Dixie also looks forward to the regular visits and knows Diversitat staff are keeping a caring eye on her until she can resume regular face to face programs. The program started with Diversitat and Wathaurong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients but has grown quickly with strong interest from the community and referrals from My Aged Care. It’s now open to anyone in the community with prices at $5 or $7 per main meal depending on the client’s eligibility for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) or Home and Community Care for Younger People or other funded packages. The kitchen staff cook all meals from scratch at the Healthy Living Centre two days per week, cooking 250 meals each day.

The Diversitat kitchen staff preparing another batch of meals in the Healthy Living Centre kitchen

The meals are then delivered at no extra charge to the Geelong region the following day in recyclable packaging. Dietary requirements are factored into the extensive menu planning. The program has proven so popular that there are plans to see the program continue beyond COVID. “We’re looking forward to welcoming our clients back to the centre, where they’ll have the meals at the centre, but we’re also hoping now to continue our delivered meals when that happens, so we’re looking at another kitchen, another set of staff and having both services operate,” says Robyn Martinez. This dream has been realised through further funds from the State Government toward a refrigerated van and kitchen upgrades at Diversitat. To learn more about the program and to order visit https:// diversitat.org.au/services/aged-support/diversitat-meal-deliveryservice/

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Sergio Macchia (right) with watchmaker, Constantin Bujor (left) 22 ONPAKO

Sergio Macchia is not a new name to grace the list of boutique stores on our iconic Pakington Street. Jewellery by Sergio specialises in repairs, remakes, remodels and restorations of beloved pieces and family heirlooms. One of the only jewellers in Geelong to offer this service, making 125 Pakington Street unique in more ways than one. Sergio works tirelessly to ensure that the final piece exceeds expectations of the client’s desires. The small business also designs exclusive pieces, with 90% of the treasures you see being created in-store. Sergio believes craftmanship should never be compromised, handpicking his talented team to meet his high expectations. ONPAKO 23

The incredibly talented gentleman in the back, is none other than watchmaker, Constantin Bujor. Hailing from Romania, Constantin has been working with and repairing watches for more than 56 years. Being the only watchmaker in the region, his talent and specialty is highly sought after. In a time when Apple watches and Fitbits are the new popular trend, many would think that analogue watches were being phased out. But that isn’t necessarily true, with business still being frequent and popular for this one-of-a-kind watchmaker. As a young boy, Constantin’s father sent him to a watchmaking school in Romania, where he studied the artisan craft and once completed, partook in a 4-year apprenticeship in the field. A rarity as having a career in watchmaking would only occur approximately every ten years. 24 ONPAKO

Moving to Australia when he was 35, Constantin spent the last 22 years working at Minzenmay, a jeweller in Mornington, repairing various makes and models of watches, working with both mechanical and quartz movements. With the mechanical movements becoming less common due to their higher cost of production and repair, Constantin has been able to focus mainly on the quartz movements that have become more popular in recent years. Over his 56 years of experience, Constantin has come across many brands and models of watches. These many years of experience have allowed him to work with many different pieces, with no one piece being the same to repair as another. Although these pieces have the same principles, all designs are different and therefore vary in the attention needed to

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repair them. Being a one-of-a-kind watchmaker is never boring, with each piece being unique from the last. While he studied for a long period of time, Constantin says most of his knowledge he gained from his extensive time in the trade. In this, and many other industries, it is a lot easier to learn from plenty of hands-on experience and practise, compared to reading through pages of theory. Watches are more than just a time telling statement piece. More than an item to collect or a family heirloom passed down through the generations. They are works of art, and through his years in the watchmaking business, Constantin has been able to develop an appreciation and love for just how different every watch is. It is not only what makes them tick that sparks interest, but the design work and the materials. Without trying to play favourites, Constantin is particularly passionate about the brand Bulova that he has fallen in love with. A Bulova watch on board Apollo 15 was the first watch on the moon, and has a collection that features a curved face, which fits perfectly on one’s wrist. Jewellery by Sergio now have Bulova watches in store. They also stock a range of Australian made and designed watches from the brand, Adina, who has quite the reputation for their high-quality products and this year is celebrating their 50 year anniversary.

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National Celtic Folk Festival Let’s get this Party started… The National Celtic Folk Festival is back, and we are ready to celebrate 18 years with a blast of a party for all folk.

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Portarlington on the Bellarine Peninsula will fire up again right across the June long weekend with the best Folk and Celtic live acts from across Australia. There is much to celebrate this year – a top national line-up, a belated 18th birthday and an opportunity to bring a communityand the arts back together! Head to our website for the latest announcements. The festival caters for all age groups. It is a great event to attend with friends and family to experience the joy of live music, the arts and culture – it’s a great day, night, or weekend out. This year’s festival program will run across a range of venues, the foreshore will become a festive winter party with spaces to gather for a catch up and a drink. Whether you come for the whole weekend or just a morning or an afternoon, the festival market is an attraction in itself. Warm up with a hot chocolate or mulled wine, delight your tastebuds with food from our gourmet food trucks and soak up the vibes and friendly Celtic spirit! Our festival may be a little different this year, but we are super excited to be back! One of the wonderful things about the National Celtic Festival is that is can be enjoyed by all ages – a great place to catch up with families and friends Great ready and come and join the party! TICKETS ON SALE via www.nationalcelticfestival.com NUMBERS WILL BE LIMITED AND THE CRAIC WILL BE MIGHTY! 28 ONPAKO

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The festival brings Portarlington alive for the long weekend and attracts visitors from far and wide. Although the international travellers may not be able to make it this year, there are definitely people coming from interstate and all around Victoria. It’s a great chance to show off the wonderful Bellarine region and for people to experience what it has to offer, with local wineries and producers, stunning scenery and a wonderful community. The festival loves that it has the opportunity to attract and encourage tourists to visit the area.

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The festival gives a huge warm welcome to high-energy roots music duo Hat Fitz and Cara, Scottish rockers Rich Davies and the Low Road, along with festival favourites back for our 18th birthday, Trouble in the Kitchen and The Maggie Carty Band – Irish craic to be sure! Folk acts also appearing this year include the best in the scene: Songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, The New Graces; Music Victoria folk artists of the year Fiona Ross and Shane O’Mara; the country’s best bluegrass and old-time musicians, Kimberley Wheelers Roadside Holiday; along with awarding winning Pete Denahy. What a line-up of live music! Finally, one of Australia’s most influential and iconic bands The Bushwackers, celebrating 50 years at this year’s festival in a big way! A full program for the young ones includes the Celtic Trail of Tales; a journey of discovery among the hills and hummocks of the Portarlington Celtic Festival Fairyland. There are all sorts of fairies, goblin and leprechaun stories awaiting all of you across the weekend and maybe even some of the little people themselves! For more announcements, the full line-up and to book tickets, visit www.nationalcelticfestival.com

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BUCKLE UP FOR THE 2021 WINTER ESCAPE SEASON After a year like no other, Geelong Arts Centre is delighted to present a season like no other. Proudly supported by Major Artistic Partner, Deakin University, and Innovation Partner, Costa Asset Management, Geelong Arts Centre is excited to safely welcome back live audiences to venues across the redeveloped Costa Hall, Ryrie Street Building, and beyond! Archie Roach Image: Adrian Cook

A slight ‘departure’ from the traditional Deakin University Theatre Season, from May to October, the Geelong Arts Centre 2021 Winter Escape Season is an extraordinary journey from opera, theatre and comedy, to quirky cabaret and one of our First People’s most illuminating voices. Whether you’re looking to get lost, or find yourself after a disorienting year, the Geelong community is invited to escape the day-to-day with a diverse and immersive program of fabulous performances, including Opera Australia’s Carmen and the delightful Love Song Dedications (with out Richard Mercer)!

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Geelong Art Centre’s Winter Escape Season also includes stunning vocal performances from iconic Australian artists Archie Roach and Silvie Paladino, and 30 Something - a special ‘dinner and show’ event at The Pier Geelong. Blow your wig and top up your giggle juice. You’re gonna party like it’s 1939! You’d be correct in feeling spoiled for choice, which is why Geelong Arts Centre are allowing you to subscribe and save by choosing from two tailored subscription offers: Love Song Dedications without Richard Mercer Image: Nick Mckk

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We are thrilled to return to the home of Where Creativity Meets, in both Costa Hall and Ryrie Street, to provide the G21 community with a Winter Escape in the comfort of their very own backyard; connecting them to world class performances and multi-arts experiences.

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Joel McGuinness, Geelong Arts Centre CEO and Creative Director

• Four Show ‘Flight of Fancy’ Subscription - Purchase seats to 4+ shows for 15% off full-price single tickets and priority access to future seasons.

ARTIST IN FOCUS

ISAIAH FIREBRACE Among the masses of talent due to perform in the Winter Season is Australia’s most successful First Nations modern pop artist, Isaiah Firebrace. And he has an incredible story.

• 10 Friend Take Off - Gather a group of 10 friends to any Winter Escape Season show at Costa Hall and receive a 15% discount and a bottle of wine.

In the past three and a half years, the talented teen has transformed from a small-town singer to the most-streamed First Nations pop artist in the world.

Single tickets and subscription packages are on sale now and selling fast.

Along the way he’s won The X Factor and represented Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest (finishing in the top 10).

Ticketing options for each show vary, including individually ticketed seating and group table options. With capacity for studio shows limited to up to 100 per performance, arts lovers are encouraged to get in quick to be part of this year’s ‘Winter Escape’. Bookings can be made via the website – geelongartscentre.org.au/winter-escape-season, or by phoning the Box Office on 1300 251 200.

With big pop hooks alongside earthy feels, join Isaiah at Costa Hall on July 2 for the ‘Spirit’ Tour to find out why at just 20 years of age, he is taking Australia and the world by storm. Don’t miss out on this exclusive Geelong Performance! Tickets via geelongartscentre.org.au

PEOPLE OF INTEREST

Geelong Arts Centre LOVE CENTRAL GEELONG FAMILY MAGIC 2021

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Geelong Arts Centre takes great pride in helping families spark a love for the arts that introduces their little ones to a world of limitless possibilities.

Emil Image: Andy Ellis

On June 8, never underestimate the determination of a child! In Slingsby’s Emil and the Detectives, young Emil catches a train to visit family in the big city and something valuable is stolen. Can this bunch of kids work together to uncover and outsmart the true criminal?

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Joel McGuinness, Geelong Arts Centre CEO and Creative Director

Fun, fabulous and inclusive theatre experiences await families in the Love Central Geelong Family Magic 2021 program, with an enticing variety of musical workshops, physical theatre and circus, literary favourites coming to life, and for the first time, an immersive performance specially designed for children with a broad range of access needs. Geelong Arts Centre’s Love Central Geelong Family Magic 2021 program is proudly supported by principal partner, Creative Victoria, and valued program partner, Love Central Geelong. Tickets are on sale now – get in quick! Single tickets: $24. Group tickets (4+): $20. Secure your seats at geelongartscentre.org.au

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Tim Rutty, Tarah Carey, Nina Robertson Image: Aaron Walker

Looking for the perfect July school holidays outing? On July 7, in an epic tribute to stupid fun, Gravity Dolls bridge the gap between generations of classic games, from retro video games to school yard classics, and give them a circus twist in Go, Go, GO!

Pete new hair Image: Lisa Maree Williams

From June 11 - 12, delight as Jackie French’s much-loved book, Pete the Sheep, is brought to life by Monkey Baa Theatre Company.

Pete first shear Image: Lisa Maree Williams

Patch Theatre ZOOOM Image: Matt Byrne

Come August 7, Patch Theatre’s nonverbal visual theatre show ZOOOM is an enchanting story of a child alone in her bedroom, unable to sleep and curious to understand. Part music video, part dream, and about all sorts of perspective, tread the line between old school whimsy and stateof-the-art technology with this show driven entirely by child-logic.

Whoosh! Image: Sarah Walker

Last but certainly not least, on September 11, hop aboard your very own spaceship and get ready for blast off! Suitable for children with a broad range of access needs, including those with multiple and complex needs and those on the autism spectrum, Sensorium Theatre’s Whoosh! is an immersive and multi-sensory performance that puts children at the centre of the action in an intergalactic adventure. ART & CULTURE

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TASTE DESTINATION

“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” - Virginia Woolf

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ARTICLE BY: KATE ARMSTRONG IMAGES BY: mark wilkins

Barwon Heads Brewing Co

Hospitality a brewin’ in the Barwon Heads community No-one could be more suited to launch a microbrewery named Barwon Heads Brewing Co. than Tom Andrew. Not only was the 25-year-old ‘born and bred’ in Barwon Heads, but the Andrew name is embedded in the community, thanks to the family’s longstanding support in community clubs and programs. And that’s not all. Since 2008, the Andrew family has run the town’s popular BeachHouse restaurant, after converting it from a former café into a chic eatery and bar.

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Demand for our brews is fermenting at a faster pace than I’d imagined

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The microbrewery is their latest foray into the food and beverage scene. And, if their past success is any indication, this too, will be a winner. Especially under the management of Tom, who has years of both hospitality courses and experience behind him, starting as a kid when he used to collect and clean glasses at BeachHouse, then run by his parents Leanne and Brian (also a high profile local builder), before Tom took over the reins in 2017. Tom admits that demand for his brews is fermenting at a faster pace than he’d imagined. Sporting and community clubs are keen supporters, especially given the brew company’s nod to Barwon Heads in its name. It’s been a pipedream for some time.

“Eventually, after visiting several gastropubs and breweries, Dad and I, both very hands-on types, realised that ‘we can do this!’ says Tom. They set to work, converting sheds in the creative industrial park at Ocean Grove into a microbrewery. And, as Tom admits, when he starts something, he’s not going to let complicated science get in the way.

Tom runs through the styles and alcoholic content (ABV) like an old-school cicerone (beer taster): the draught (ABV 4.34.5%) is the general crowd pleaser for young and old. Well balanced. Easy drinking, Approachable. “The traditional beer drinker won’t be offended by it,” he adds.

“It’s like a chemistry lab and that’s the serious part. It is complex to brew liquid that people are going to consume,” he says. But after a lot of hard work, they’ve finally got it in the – err - can.

The mid-strength (ABV 3.5%) is full flavoured, as opposed to watery, so you still feel like you’re drinking a beer. And to top it off, the Pale Ale (ABV 4.5-4.8 %) is a standard, accessible ale that’s not ‘super hoppy’ so that folk who don’t necessarily drink pale ales can enjoy it.

Barwon Heads Brewing Co. will brew 3,000 litres of three different beers (yes, that’s 9,000 litres): a draught, midstrength, and pale ale, with plans to brew more styles in the future. The brews come in cans and kegs only (no glass).

So when can punters try the brews? Around June this year, estimates Tom. “We are 98% of the way there with the recipe. We have a few minor tweaks to perfect it to ensure it transfers successfully to larger batches,” Tom says. TASTE DESTINATION

As for the branding? Created by Torquay designer, Jessie Jungalwalla of Craft Instinct Torquay, it’s among the coolest around. The logo veers towards the traditional (think beer labels of the 1970s) and it’s a far cry from the trend towards overly-floral designs that belong on a cordial bottle. Instead, the logo’s letters - consistent across all beers are mono-coloured and eye catching. Each beer type has a different coloured can: navy blue for the draught, cream for the mid-strength and turquoise for the pale ale.

As for the cuisine? Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus feature a tasty range of modern Australian dishes that use local products where possible (the meat is from Benno’s Meating Place, next door) and dishes change seasonally. A couple of menustayers include salt and pepper calamari, fillet steak, and beer battered local Whiting. And there’s a kids’ menu, too.

The microbrewery – two large sheds comprising the cold store and the brewery with fermentation tanks – is located in nearby Ocean Grove and is not open to the public. But Tom says that in the future, perhaps, he’d like to offer drinks and casual bites from an on-site kitchen and a bakery.

“Our goal has always been to be something for everyone. On any one day, elderly clients might have a morning coffee and cake; middle-aged professionals share food with wine for lunch; while workers have a couple of beers on the front deck on their way home,” says Tom.

In the meantime, the place to try Barwon Heads Brewing Co. beers is at The BeachHouse, located on Barwon Heads’ main street. This beautiful building, a converted fire station, features original floor boards and windows and contemporary chic décor. The photos that line the walls depict Barwon Heads and the Bellarine Peninsula of yesteryear.

It’s the type of place where loyal customers drop by out of hours, but Tom insists on making them a coffee anyway. Where, for the past decade, a local family of five has dined every Wednesday. And where discerning Melburnians drop by for a special night out and declare the steaks the ‘best ever’. Tom hopes his hospitality philosophy will be reflected in his brews. “Our main point of difference isn’t necessarily to say they are the best beers they’ve ever drunk (although of course we’d love that!) but instead, the connection to Barwon Heads. For visitors and locals to sip on a beer and say ‘how much do we love spending time here’.” And that’s just the beginning. “I want to nail the three beers for the first 12 months to make sure we’re happy with them. I don’t want to rush,” says Tom. While Tom might not be in a hurry, beer lovers are counting down the days to sample Barwon Heads newest offering. Be among the first to drop by to try. To give the brews a ‘thumbs up’. And to experience a taste of Barwon Heads’ and its hospitality.

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ARTICLE BY: chloe cicero

IMAGES BY: mark wilkins & supplied

GEELONG’S VERY OWN TASTE OF PARADISE

During a time when exploring different countries across the world is impossible, the next best thing is to travel with your taste buds. Previously selling Jamaican food products to supermarkets and the public, of which can now be found in their café, and used throughout their incredible menu, owners Damian and Mary-Anne Rosevelt have found themselves opening a Jamaican inspired venue ahead of their five-year plan, much to the delight of the local community and beyond. Taste Jamaica has received such positive feedback, that people are even travelling from the outer suburbs of Melbourne, to experience a culinary journey of Caribbean flavours.

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Taste Jamaica is Geelong’s much needed answer to bringing the Caribbean to our little town. Modestly spaced café by day, killer rooftop bar going off by night, they not only serve up an amazing array of traditional Jamaican cuisine, but they also offer one of the most super chilled, laid back function spaces, that can be found in our region. This function space has only been open since the end of January, but spaces are booking up fast, with Christmas parties already being booked to ensure they don’t miss out. Taste Jamacia’s menu, vibe and function space can cater to any kind of function or event, having recently been host to birthdays, hens and buck’s parties, and also corporate functions. There are many great things about the function space available at Taste Jamaica, and here is the first; the amazing owners Damian and Mary-Anne, are two of the most flexible hosts you will ever meet. They offer a function space, with no room hire fee, or minimum bar spend, with their main aim, other than guests having the best time possible, is that they want the booking process to be catered to the clients wants and needs, not only in cost, but also including the vibe of the function, and the menu offered. Living up to the culture of Jamaica, with a laid back, cruisy atmosphere.

Damian and Mary-Anne Rosevelt

Taste Jamaica is the only place in Geelong to offer ice cold Red Stripe, the national beer of Jamaica. They also have their own lager, Irie Lager, Irie meaning “cool” in Jamaican on tap. This one-of-akind lager has a similar taste to the much-loved Red Stripe, but customised and invented by head chef and owner, Damian. This amazing duo has managed to bring Jamacia here, from most aspects. To pair well with both of these drinks, the upstairs function space has live music, sports and even Jamaican music videos, to ensure you kick back and relax, soaking up the laid-back vibes that Damian and Mary-Anne are going for. In terms of menu, Damian and Mary-Anne are quite flexible, offering a menu ranging from finger food, platters, sit down meals, tapas, vegan options or a rotating menu. Taste Jamaica literally caters for your needs, even offering catering options for functions out of the venue. The menu features their extensive menu of Jamaican inspired dishes, such as a Jerk Platter, Jerk Pork Ribs, Sliders, and even Vegan Ackee Scrambled Eggs, which are to die for, and come highly recommended.

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Luckily for party-goers, function days and times aren’t entirely limited, with Taste Jamaica open for venue hire any day of the week, at any time. However, throughout COVID, they are capped at a maximum of 50 patrons, with the aim to be able to open up to 80 people sometime soon. Head down to Taste Jamaica now, and book in your next function with the incredible team behind the doors.

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Hanoi Kitchen

ARTICLE BY: KATE ARMSTRONG IMAGES by: mark wilkins & SUPPLIED

take your tastebuds on a culinary journey When food journalist-cum-TVpersonality Matt Preston recently included Hanoi Kitchen’s delicious crispy chicken wings in an article on his 2021 bucket list dining experiences, the wings, err, flew out the door. But crowds of locals and visitors have flocked to the Bellarine Peninsula’s only Vietnamese restaurant since its opening in 2016. Even during Covid, when the only options were delivery and take away, Hanoi Kitchen was flat out serving hungry locals. After all, as many of us have discovered, the easiest way to travel is through our tastebuds.

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To provide a culinary journey of Vietnam and to share their love of their culture and cuisine, owners Nick and Hong Lee give cooking classes at their cosy restaurant, a converted weatherboard cottage on Barwon Head’s main street. No ordinary lessons, these provide an intensive and immersive experience into Vietnamese cuisine. In a few hours. Oh. And with a glass of bubbly or three. (Yes, think fun!). Enjoyment is important.

This is especially so for Nick who, in his previous executive roles at luxury resorts around the globe (more on this later), was frustrated when students could merely view a cooking lesson from afar, often via a mirror that was suspended above a prepping station. So, while working in Vietnamese resorts, he introduced cooking classes where each participant had their own station complete with chopping board and knives. It was a crowd pleaser. But there was one fault out of his control:

Hong Lee ready to share her Vietnamese cuisine tips with her class

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the student’s prepared ingredients were whipped away to be cooked in the resort kitchen. “We could never guarantee it was ‘their’ food they were eating,” he says. In their classes, Hong and Nick go a step further. Students not only prepare a selection of dishes – snack, salad, soup, curry, fried rice or noodles – but they have their meal cooked in front of them. And you couldn’t think of a partnership with better credentials to ‘travel’ with. Born and raised in Vietnam, Hong is the youngest of five children who grew up around her mother’s market stall. Along with her siblings – two are chefs in foreign embassies and two run food stalls in markets in Hanoi – she inherited her mother’s passion for fresh produce and cooking. As a teenager, Hong trained at Hanoi’s renowned French Hospitality Academy before honing her culinary skills over the years at some of Vietnam’s leading luxury hotels, including the Victoria Hoi An Resort and the prestigious Four Seasons Nam Hai Resort. Meanwhile, Nick held executive positions in hotels around the world, including the Victoria Hoi An Resort, which is where he met Hong. The two got married and spent the next decade gaining global experience. While Hong took a break, Nick added uber highend establishments to his CV: The Farm at Cape Kidnappers in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand and Qualia on Hamilton Island, Australia. Eventually, they chose to settle in Barwon Heads with their two children, attracted by both the lifestyle and opportunities. They wanted passionately to share the tastes of Vietnam, first through their restaurant, Hanoi Kitchen, and then through cooking classes. Nick acknowledges that the three hour interactive classes don’t make you a MasterChef. But, he says, you enjoy a true Vietnamese experience while gaining an appreciation of the flavours that make up Vietnamese cuisine. Not only do you learn about dish ingredients – herbs and spices and sauces – but where you can source the produce, from the basil leaves and lemongrass, to the pandan leaf and fresh ginger. “People are often overwhelmed by a new cuisine and all its ingredients and where to get them, so we hope to take the fear out of cooking something new,” he says. The classes are held around a communal table, sometimes outside on the restaurant terrace (heated in winter). A copy of the menu and recipes are at your fingertips. Hong, whose gentle demeanor and huge smile captivates the most distracted of students, feeds you fascinating snippets 52 TASTE DESTINATION

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about Vietnam’s culinary delights, including the philosophy behind Vietnamese meals (very social and communal, where dishes are served simultaneously). Then it’s time for action. She tackles three dishes that include the likes of Cha La Lot (wrapped betel leaves with pork and beef), Banh Xeo (Vietnamese rice pancake with pork belly and prawns), and Nem Cuon Tom Thit (pork and prawn rice paper rolls). As she chops, rolls, mixes and samples, she explains each step. “We cook each dish in front of you. And you eat it. It’s cookeat-cook-eat-cook-eat!” explains Hong. It may sound straightforward but Hong’s knowledge is profound and she is very generous, as former student, Jessie Coffetti, attests. Jessie, a co-owner of Coffetti Gelato in Barwon Heads and a capable cook, says the class gave her a huge appreciation for Vietnamese cuisine, especially how sauces balance a meal. “Hong taught us that Vietnamese cooking is less about quantities, and more about your own taste. There is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’; you can flavour something to how you prefer it to be

- sweet versus sour - and it was fascinating to grasp this while preparing the dishes,” she says. “Overall, I loved the friendly, intimate environment and the way Hong taught us about the role of cuisine in the Vietnamese culture,” she says. And that’s not all Hong wants to share. “I hope my cooking classes will help people understand the Vietnamese kitchen. To break the fear of learning how to prepare Vietnamese food. To illustrate that it’s simple and basic,” Hong says. “I’d like people to understand the taste and through touch; they feel and prepare all the ingredients. “Preparing food comes from love. If you enjoy [that], it’s easy to do,” she says. So forget about your passport. Instead, head to Barwon Heads and take a culinary journey through Vietnam with Hanoi Kitchen. And better still? After you’ve got your fingers around a rice paper roll, your head around Vietnamese geography and have sated your appetite for ‘travel’… you can recreate it all at home.

JOIN IN THE FUN! Cooking classes at Hanoi Kitchen run from March to October. They start at 10.30am and end around 1pm. Each class costs $140 per head and can accommodate 4 to 10 people (15 if friends, and more if a corporate group). Also offers fun team building corporate events.

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Hanoi Kitchen 37 Hitchcock Avenue. Barwon Heads VIC 3227

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FASHION & BEAUTY

SNIF PERFUMERY

Cire Trudon The World’s oldest and most revered candle manufacturer. Renowned for its rich and royal narration, a legacy with testament to four centuries of expertise. You can also now surround your home with extraordinary sculptured wax busts, scented candles, room sprays, diffusers and more, truly amazing pieces for home.

LES Belles Matieres collection by Cire Trudon In an extraordinary blue vessel, these handcrafted candle scents travels back to the origins of rare perfumes and reveals the genesis of grand olfactory adventures, be sure to treat yourself and your home.

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Millesime Imperial edp by Creed Fit for a King, this will transport you to another world of opulence and luxury. Crisp citrus, salt air and deep woody notes. This is the gold standard.

Cairo edp by Penhaligons Said to be the perfume of the gods, ornate and scrumptious, this fragrance echoes saffron, incense patchouli and vanilla.

ANI extrait de parfum by Nishane

Shower Gel grooming for men by Compagnie De Provence

The ‘No Boundaries Collection’ manifest is that there should not be any boundaries between people of the world, no matter where they are from. Ani blends notes of spices, ambergris, vanilla and patchouli. A floral oriental combination.

Designed for the busy man, this two in one shower gel enriched with olive oil respects both skin and hair. An invigorating aromatic fragrance with a touch of spicy woody notes. Try the collection, including, shaving cream, shaving soap and bowl, and an Eau De Toilette Fragrance.

For him, her and home

Pear Inc. edp by Juliette Has a Gun

Lilac Love edp by Amouage

Playful and curious, wrap yourself in the fruity fresh notes of green pear accord, amber and musk. A new scent for 2021.

A modern and romantic floral symphony, embroidered with a charismatic sensuality. Key notes of Lilac, Heliotrope and Peony with a touch of Tonka and Sandalwood.

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Rose Water for face and body by SMN

Joyeux Osmanthe edp by Maison Rebatchi

Skin care by Santa Maria Novella, (SMN). A centuries old favourite made from refreshing may rose with toning properties. A spritz on your face, decollate, or all over after you shower, will transport you to Florence.

The spicy salty freshness of a forest during summer time, this will bring you back to your childhood.

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lingerie and more for every body

In the heart of Pakington Street, Geelong West, Star and Lar Lingerie is a proudly Geelong owned and operated business. The team at Star and Lar Lingerie pride themselves on their care and devotion, aiming for every customer to leave feeling comfortable and satisfied with their experience.

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The business is one of the very few lingerie boutiques across Geelong to feature in-house fitting by professionals, who are constantly updating their skills and product knowledge. While many of us know that lingerie shopping can be stressful, that doesn’t mean that it has to be. The stellar team behind the counter are most definitely there to assist you in every way. The acquisition of expertise gained as a result of providing professional and trusting customer relations within a hands-on environment, is just one of the many necessities and benefits of being involved in this industry. Star and Lar provides an extensive range of brands and sizes that you might not necessarily be able to find anywhere else. These ranges include the exquisite French brand Empreinte, the daring Dita Von Teese, and the well-known and reliable Triumph. The Geelong business carries a great variety of evolving styles with new collections and popular trends arriving regularly. They not only cater for the average everyday sizes, but they also feature a selection for customers with a fuller figure, and stock products suitable for all ages, from basic first training bras, to appealing styles for the mature aged customers. In store and online, Star and Lar also offers a wide range of bra accessories, intimates, and hosiery, in addition to sports, sleep, and everyday wear, as well as a selection of Love Luna menstrual underwear. It’s not only lingerie, Star and Lar also stock an array of gifts, such as candles, body products, perfumes, accessories, diffusers and keychains. Due to body changes that we all experience, it is recommended that you be fitted every six-months. If you do find yourself in need of a fitting, no appointment is necessary, simply pop in and ask one of the friendly, approachable and understanding staff members, who dedicate their time to providing all the help they can.

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coping with covid Let’s talk Covid, it’s a word we are all more than familiar with. You rarely hear someone talk about the coronavirus or the global pandemic of 2020, without wanting to make a face and hope that you never have to hear it again.

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Not only was tourism one of the hardest hit sectors, retail, hospitality, entertainment and fitness were also among the heavily hit industries across Geelong. While many of these sectors were able to adapt and continue functioning, we unfortunately can’t say the same for the tourism and entertainment industries, who were basically unable to operate for a long period of time. Not one person hasn’t been severely impacted by this global pandemic.

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Many businesses across Geelong were able to adapt and find innovative ways to continue functioning and serving the community.

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While most of us were fortunate to cope just fine living our daily lives throughout 2020, that can’t necessarily be said for many of the small businesses in Geelong. Can you call it a silver lining that COVID-19 didn’t discriminate, impacting every business sector throughout Geelong, regardless if they were big or small, necessary for daily living, or unnecessary? Every single business, and every single person in Geelong was impacted by the wave that was COVID-19, some worse than others.

Many businesses across Geelong were able to adapt and find innovative ways to continue functioning and serving the community throughout these restrictions. Some local cafes were able to adopt a purely take away service, providing locals with all their caffeine and takeaway needs. Many retail businesses were also able to adopt this method of purchasing, with their online shopping option getting more hits. So, let’s put our hands together and all give many thanks to contact free delivery, click and collect and various other online initiatives, that have been able to keep many businesses afloat, all from the comfort of your bed, couch, kitchen benches or in some cases, work break rooms. ONPAKO 65

While we can’t really say there were lucky businesses, however, the hospitality sector did happen to have more positive outcomes than others, with many cafes and restaurants being able to offer takeaway dishes. While COVID still negatively impacted many businesses and cut many jobs, some were still able to stay afloat, offering takeaway beverages, grazing boxes, meal kits and more, which in turn helped locals get their fix from their favourite food spots. Many of our favourite local spots are now back open, almost to full capacity (obviously depending on square space). The fitness industry was also impacted, with all gyms, regardless of if they were big or small, chain gyms or locally owned and operated, they were all closed for business. Outdoor training sessions were a possibility, depending on what the restrictions were at the time. There was an increase in online workout classes and one on one sessions, which became a way of life for many fitness inspired locals. Luckily enough, gyms and classes are back open for business, with capacities capped varying on the space of the gym. While our tourism and entertainment sectors were hit hard, with not many options to get our dose of live acts or travel needs, local artists were offering live concerts via video chat rooms for a capped audience, but as we all know, nothing is a captivating as the in person concert experience. Now with things slowly coming to a COVID normal, we are finally being able to travel around our glorious country again, and attend live music events, not from the comfort of our own home. Coming in hot to Geelong, is the “It’s Our Backyard’ campaign, which has been developed to help inspire the Geelong community to back local small businesses, when seeking out goods and services. This campaign provides information regarding upcoming events and entertainment throughout the region, as well as listing venues that offer street or alfresco dining. So far, these listed venues are featured on Pakington Street, Union Street, Little Malop Street, Hitchcock Avenue, and many more, with even more venues being continuously added. Follow this link to see the current news: www.geelongaustralia. com.au/itsourbackyard/default.aspx.

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SWIMMING AFTER COVID

ARTICLE BY:

Deb Gill, Owner/Manager, Geelong Aquatic Centre

The past twelve months have been an incredible challenge to all businesses, employees and families. Many activities have either been put on hold or cancelled all together. The Learn-to-Swim industry has been hardest hit in Victoria with more than a six month closure last year and then another week closure again this year. This has meant that many children, babies and adults have not had lessons for more than twelve months. The standard of their swimming skills has dropped quite dramatically and in particular, so has their confidence.

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It is very concerning that there has been an increase in the drowning rate particularly in young children. Learning to swim, and respecting and being confident in the water, be it pools, beaches, lakes, rivers or dams is essential for babies, young children, school aged children and teenagers. Knowing how to swim increases the chance of how to react and survive in stressful situations in all water environments. Studies have shown that children who have learnt to swim do better at school and decision making. Regular swimming lessons reduces an infant and child’s rate of illness and increases their aerobic capacity and ability to fight off respiratory illnesses. Water is such a wonderful medium by which children experience many different stimuli. Many areas of a child’s development, including academic performance, maths, language, fine motor skills, confidence and coordination, will improve with consistent swimming. Children need regular and ongoing lessons until they reach the required skill level. By swimming all year round, they retain skills and build techniques easily. Breaks in learning to swim over the past year, has meant valuable time has been lost and 68 ONPAKO

when lessons finally resumed, skills have had to be revised and in many cases relearnt. Being a competent swimmer is far more than a skill for recreation and enjoyment. It is a skill that may save a life. Once a swimmer is a strong and competent swimmer, he or she will decide whether to pursue many of the swim related sports that Geelong has to offer. Swimming is one of the best activities for good health with minimal risk of injury. Children learn through repetition, and skills are taught in each group that are appropriate to the ability level of the class. Ample practise time is given to them to master a skill before going on to the next progression. The basis of all strokes is a streamlined body position, efficient leg kick, good balance and a good breathing pattern. These skills cannot be rushed. Parents/Guardians send their children to school for eleven or twelve years to gain an education, but expect them to learn the lifelong survival skill of swimming, in a few terms. Geelong Aquatic Centre is the perfect environment for babies from four months through to older adults. It is a highly professional operation; fully committed to the teaching of

swimming and life saving skills. The three pools at the centre are salt chlorinated, each appropriately heated to the right temperature for those using them. The air temperature is also appropriate to age, ability and level of the swimmer. All staff are, at a minimum, AUSTSWIM trained and it is evident that they are passionate about passing on their skills to each child in their care in a warm, caring, friendly atmosphere, full of colour, movement and fun, that stimulates the senses and encourages children to learn to swim. The centre stands firmly behind their motto of “Quality water, Quality facilities and Quality staff”. A visit to the centre is testimony to this. Readers are more than welcome to ring the centre or visit the website to enrol or make any other enquires.

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geelong’s trusted name in real estate – now your independent advocate!

When buying or selling real estate, getting the right advice from someone you trust can make all the difference.

John Haygarth is well known in the region following decades spent working in local real estate sales, property development and the building industry. He has recently opened his new business Haygarth Advocates in response to strong demand for independent property advice from his long list of valued clients, friends and colleagues. Having lived in Geelong for most of his life, John knows the local market intimately and has carefully observed property sales and trends across the longterm. A passionate local resident, John is a trusted source of knowledge on buying, selling, investing and developing. ONPAKO 71

Haygarth Advocates represents a fresh new approach, backed by industry experience. As a sole operator, you can be sure that when you engage John Haygarth Advocates, you will get John Haygarth. Whether buying or selling property, John promises to give his clients the best possible independent advice. The Geelong property market is hot right now, with prices sky-rocketing. On the back the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for homes in Victoria’s second largest city has surged. “There is no sign of this surge slowing,” John says. “Buyers are looking for somewhere to work - and play - and it doesn’t get much better than the Geelong region, as anyone who lives here already knows.” John says there are still great properties to be found in the Geelong region, but competition is fierce. That’s why it helps to have an insider’s knowledge. “We have an extensive network of industry contacts as well as a deep understanding of the local market. We can help narrow down the search, negotiate the sale and follow the process through, saving time and money.” An advocate can save time, especially for buyers who live outside the region. “Whether you’re looking to dip your toe in the Geelong property market, find your forever home, or secure a great investment, we can help,” says John.

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“The growing trend toward off-market sales can make the job of finding he right home even harder. That’s where we can make all the difference. We’ll research the market, locate suitable properties, negotiate a fair price and follow the sale through.” John lives and breathes real estate, so for buyers around Victoria or Australia looking to relocate or invest in Geelong, he’s a great source of knowledge and expertise. Buyers advocates are a long established part of the property transaction landscape, but increasingly, property owners are using advocates to help when it comes time to sell. There’s no doubt that selling your home is an emotional time. Using an advocacy service helps remove emotion and stress. According to John, there are several important ways an advocate can help.

An advocate can provide independent advice on every aspect of the selling process, ensuring the property owner gets the best possible price.

Buying your dream home is easier with an advocate

Haygarth Advocates can organise an independent valuation, advising on any works required and help owners find the best agent for them. Having worked in real estate in the Geelong region for many years, John knows the best agents and how they work. Commissions and costs all vary considerably from one agent to the next which can be confusing. He will assist with evaluating agents and their suggested method of sale, negotiate their fees and review their marketing proposals. He will also monitor their performance and make sure the agent delivers on what they have offered. A vendor advocate can consider offers and make recommendations in an objective way. “With our knowledge of the real estate industry we can also cut through any jargon and explain the steps involved, making sure your needs are looked after. Then we’ll follow the sale through until settlement,” says John Whether looking to buy or sell property, talk to Haygarth Advocates before making your next move. See more at www.haygarthadvocates.com.au or phone John on 0413 637 005.

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Location, Low Maintenance and Luxury all in one 20 Bowlers Avenue, Geelong West If low maintenance living, location and luxury are essential features of your next home, then look no further than this architecturally designed townhouse in the heart of soughtafter Geelong West. This 3-bedroom, 3-level property is situated in the Metropol Residences complex where the popular Pakington Street shopping and dining strip is just a short walk from your front door step. Not only does this light-filled, quality-built townhouse offer an envious location to call home, its multi-level design capitalises on the surrounding outlook with large windows and two enclosed balconies on the top floor boasting expansive west and city views. The top floor will prove to be a well-utilised and popular living zone with seamless indoor and outdoor relaxation and entertainment, serviced 74 ONPAKO

by an exceptionally appointed kitchen strategically placed between the dining and lounge areas. This sleek level is the main hub of the home where you will instantly notice some of its quality features including stone bench tops, Smeg appliances, soft close cupboards and pantry, and pendant lighting. With timber finishes throughout, the home is bright and comfortable all year round thanks to well-thought out heating and cooling including split systems installed in each bedroom. The master bedroom, on the first floor, enjoys a fresh and inviting ensuite and very generous floor-to-ceiling built-in robes. The second spacious bedroom and main bathroom, with standalone bath, are also located on the second floor.

The laundry, additional toilet and third bedroom, or home office, complete the ground floor layout, and also gives direct access to the single garage – one of two car parking spaces on the property. The low maintenance and easy lifestyle provided by this wellequipped townhouse ensures weekends are for leisurely pursuits and exploring this fantastic location. Geelong Train Station, CBD and the iconic waterfront are close by and ready to be enjoyed. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to live this wonderful Geelong lifestyle.

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Trust Haygarth Advocates to help with your next big move Haygarth is Geelong’s trusted name in real estate, backed by decades of experience in property sales, development and the building industry. Haygarth Advocates promises genuine independent advice and a refreshingly honest approach. Selling your home or investment? We’ll make sure you ﬁnd the right agent and get the best outcome. Looking to buy? Our inside knowledge will save you time and money. We’ll help ﬁnd the right property at the right price.

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SOMETIMES WE ALL NEED A HELPING HAND My Maintenance Crew is a social enterprise offering General Maintenance, Cleaning and Landcare services to the Greater Geelong regions. We deliver our services to both Commercial and Residential clients and have a long list of ongoing and one off customers that are extremely happy with the work completed.

Why Choose Us? We do it all. We do it well. Not only do My Maintenance Crew guarantee you experienced, professional service, we are also a Social Enterprise, making us the maintenance crew with a difference! By choosing My Maintenance Crew, not only do you get outstanding service, but you also contribute to creating jobs and opportunities for young people in Geelong. My Maintenance Crew has successfully provided employment, upskilling and improved futures for over 80* of Geelong’s young people.

What makes us a Social Enterprise? We trade to intentionally address and tackle social deficiencies, improve communities and provide young people (aged 17 to 25) across Geelong with access to employment and training. Our profits are reinvested back into My Maintenance Crew to provide ongoing benefits to the public and community, rather than being distributed to owners and shareholders. Social Procurement is simply buying from a social enterprise. The power of buying socially means that every time goods and services are bought from a social enterprise, positive social change is also created. Buying from social enterprises is something that can be done by government, business and consumers through responsible purchasing.

What does that mean for you? Having your services provided by My Maintenance Crew certainly has the ‘feel good’ factor! You are helping to break the cycle of disadvantage and create positive social change. This provides you with: • An excellent PR opportunity • Increased corporate social responsibility • Contributing to a better community • Fostering a brighter future for young people in Geelong

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WATHAURONG GLASS Set against a wall in the kitchen of a family home in Bellbrae, is a splashback by Wathaurong Glass. With kangaroo prints, wind motifs and a Gathering motif, it tells the story of the family through Indigenous art, who live day-to-day and use their kitchen every morning to cook breakfast.

“This customer was looking for a pattern and a texture [on their splashback] and I said, ‘We can tell your story in glass, if you like?’,” says Mark Edwards, Manager of Wathaurong Glass & Arts. And that he did. Beyond the business’ work with Aboriginal motifs, what Wathaurong Glass really specialise in, is creating a truly unique addition to your home. With each piece of work custom-made to your design suggestions, it’s simple assurance your home will have something genuinely exclusive. “We’re completely and utterly unique,” Mark says. “You’re getting something with character, with texture and design for that

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matter. At the end of the day what we do is bespoke. It’s individualised and customised.” With everything designed in-house, splashbacks have seen designs of butterflies and lizards grace their surfaces with much more on offer in addition to the Indigenous themes the business specialises in. But the real appeal of glass used in the kitchen and also the bathroom, is its cost-effectiveness and ease to clean. With no lines and its non-porous texture, it means dirt and grime doesn’t adhere to grout or the edges of tiles. For the past 20 plus years, Mark has been educating customers on the benefits of glass and its use in the home and Wathaurong Glass & Arts has been a leader of bespoke design during this time. “We came into business at a really ripe time and we’ve been in business for 21 years, we’re probably one of the forefront movers in custom design kiln formed glass domestically, and probably the leader in the commercial sector too,” he says. Whether it’s Indigenous art or a simple texture, Mark sees the beauty in every custom glass design and is happy to rise to the challenge of a unique design.

Wathaurong Glass also produce other unique high quality works of art including glass doors and windows to Australian standards; privacy screens; dividing walls; indoor and alfresco feature panels; free standing, wall and memorial plaques; corporate signage; mirrors and furnishings; boomerang and platter style awards; customised trophies and serving ware. Example images of these are available for viewing by visiting www.wathaurongglass.com.au. Enquires regarding Australia wide delivery are also welcome.

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When it comes to styling your home, an important aspect to Katrina Harmon, owner of Design & Decorate, is to not follow trends, but use them as inspiration. Her aim is to work with clients, their homes and interests – not the newest fad. You don’t necessarily have to style things the “trendy” way, and we’re seeing a trend that it’s no longer out with the old and in with the new, but do what suits you.

Comfort and Tradition While many of us were stuck at home throughout most of 2020, comfort became a big focus, trying to find ways to be comfortable working from home, or just generally having a need to be lazy and comfortable. The comfort trend will most definitely be a big part of 2021, with many people finding the need for functional comfort playing a big part in most spaces of the house.

To further embrace comfort, rounded furniture is becoming even more popular. So if you find yourself a comfortable looking armchair, that also just happens to be complete with round features, and you can definitely see yourself curling up to read a book, or even binge watch the newest season of Gogglebox, then don’t hesitate to purchase this baby. Look further than minimalistic pieces and lean more towards the traditional and comfortable aspects of things.

An important part of design and styling is to jump out of your comfort zone, and don’t be afraid to play with different styles and colours, as the result may surprise you. Katrina has compiled a list of not so obvious trends, that are timeless and easy to incorporate into any home and style.

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Bold Walls & Light Woods Lately we’ve seen a common trend of less colour coming from accent walls and paintings, and more being found in the full wall colours. So, say goodbye to the neutral walls we have come to love and say hello to eyecatching bold colours filling the full wall space. While paintings are still ever so popular for expressing one’s personality and interests, and to catch the eyes of passers-by, paintings will no longer be the focus of the room. They should compliment the bold coloured wall it stands with instead. Although it is always fun to go bold or go home, just make sure you still consider how the colour chosen will impact the space provided, before you paint. As many of us know, colours are proven to influence moods, so make sure the colour you choose, matches the mood and purpose of the room it will be filling. Pair lighter woods with bold walls instead of the medium and darker shades that have previously been popular. If you have an existing piece that you must keep, try to use lighter woods elsewhere, such as oak and ash. They tend to be easier to work with and create a more modern and comfortable look. This rising interest in lighter woods and tones is most likely relating to the world’s newfound love for minimalism, which reinforces a feeling of having more space, with less clutter. So, regardless of what style you are interested in, there is a light wood that will suit you. . 84 INTERIOR & TRENDS

This is something that is completely new to the design world. Think modern minimalistic design, with the décor that you might find at a garage sale or in your grandparents’ homes. The new and younger generations are embracing classical design forms, historic architecture and what can only be described as “old lady” furniture. This style tends to focus on antiques and busy patterns in wallpaper, art and general soft furnishings. Grandmillenial style is affordable and eco-friendly. Many pieces can be found in op shops and thrift stores, avoiding mass production and purchasing expensive brand-new furniture. The older pieces also tend to last a lot longer than new items you can buy these days. Grandmillenial is unique, which is a quality many millennials try to achieve, whether that be in their temporary rentals, or forever homes.

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The 80s Almost tying into the Grandmillenial style, is the ever loved 80s, which are making a grand comeback. Think modern shapes and materials, with a retro feel. If you are wanting to embrace the 80s theme, keep an eye out for glass, marble, black and gold, as well as muted palettes such as mauves and dusty roses.

Keep it Natural It’s all about embracing the natural way of life, with soft earthy colours and materials, which give off a calming effect, and almost make you one with the earth. Wood also plays a huge part in this style, with many people sourcing environmentally friendly designs and products to fill their spaces. Naturality also relies on the layering of fabrics, textures and materials to create softness and fullness throughout the space.

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