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AUGUST 2021

Take me, I’m free!

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A sea change with a difference

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How to holiday at home

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LETTER FROM

Nicole Editor

July saw three Australian states plunged into lockdown, thanks to a pandemic that’s fast becoming a part of our every day lives.

Knowing that half of the country is confined to their collective homes has a way of putting life into perspective, bringing with it a newfound appreciation for the little things.

A bunch of flowers, a trip to the park, a dinner out, our parents, our friends – all things we can easily take for granted, and often do.

But in the current climate, those simple pleasures can be taken away from us at any given moment.

The lesson?

Make the most of every moment, and make every moment a little extra special if you can.

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That’s the lesson I’m running with anyway, (along with the importance of getting vaccinated!), and that’s why this month, Get it Magazine is all about indulging.

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So, I’ve decided to take some time every day, to do a little something just for me.

On a good day, it might be a sneaky trip to a day spa. On a busy day, it might be grabbing a coffee, taking a walk, or making time to cook myself a yummy breakfast.

Over the past few weeks, I’ve made time to dance like crazy with my two youngest kids, cook with my middle son, and learn more about footy and reptiles with my eldest two.

It’s in these little moments, that we realise just how amazing life is, how precious, and how fleeting.

And that’s why we all deserve to indulge a little, every single day.

So, start now - pour yourself a wine, grab your favourites chocolates, and don’t forget your copy of this month’s Get it Mag. Enjoy!

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Contents

GIVING BACK AND KEEPING TRUE

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Charity queen dedicated to DV

SWIPING RIGHT FOR LOVE

How to get the most out of your dating profile

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HOLIDAYING AT HOME

Holiday fun during lockdowns

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OUR LIFE ON THE WATER

REGULARS

A DIFFERENT KIND OF SEA CHANGE

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Swiping Right for

Love

Matchsmith director Holly Bartter talks to Get It Magazine about online dating in 2021 and how to get the most out of your profile in the search for love online.

1. Tell us about what you do, and how did you get started in this industry?

I’m the founder of Matchsmith, an online dating support service - everything from helping clients perfect their dating profiles, to actually managing those for them.

I’ve always worked in both the corporate and creative spaces and I knew there was a niche there to take the guesswork and legwork out of online dating, so Matchsmith was born - I don’t consider myself a dating or relationship coach, I focus on the personal branding side of online dating, and putting your best foot forward!

2. What kind of people do you work with, is there an average client type?

All sorts and all ages! I have clients 60+ who are just getting into the dating scene for the first time, or younger men and women who are looking to ‘get serious’ about online dating and want some objective advice and guidance - I get to meet really fantastic individuals through this work, all united by their focus on finding someone special.

3. Has the attitude to online dating changed in recent years?

Definitely - it’s become so much more

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legitimised and it’s a common way to meet your partner - in years gone by, it was looked at as something awkward, but with so many more people working from home now, lockdowns and busy schedules, you can’t just rely on locking eyes with a stranger at a bar anymore!

4. Does dating on the Gold Coast have its own unique flavour?

I think GC daters are relaxed and easygoing - there are so many fantastic first date locations, and you don’t have to feel the city hustle and bustle and pressure for a date night - a hike in the hinterlands or a beach picnic are all easy to coordinate.

5. What are some must-do tips for daters?

A photo refresh for your online dating profile can work magic - it doesn’t need to be a professional shoot, but should showcase you feeling your best. Definitely take breaks from apps if you’re feeling ‘app fatigue’ from endless swiping - but you’ve got to be in it to win it!

6. What is your favourite part about what you do?

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themselves out there, and feel confident with what’s online, and surprise themselves with the response from other matches!

Of course, I also love to see them meet someone special and know that I’ve helped a little in that equation.

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Everyday Indulgence

by Krysten Davis —

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love food and cooking and indulgence in general. Mess with the quality of my coffee, my wine or my butter and there WILL be trouble.

I do feel however that ‘food wankery’ is slowly taking over food enjoyment. Since the arrival of Masterchef and its ilk we all feel intimidated by both the ingredients and the methods. You can’t whack a steak on the BBQ You have to inject it with a syringe full of organic smoked hickory, chuck it in a sous vide for 12 hours then gently char over a fire of roasted chestnuts. It exhausts me just thinking about it! Our coffee beans have to pass through the digestive system of an Indonesian civet cat before being roasted in order to pass quality control! (vomit emoji). I think that the sensual enjoyment of food is enhanced by the quality NOT the cost of the ingredients. Expertly toasted white bread slathered in salted butter with just the perfect amount of vegemite (according to personal preference) can be a perfectly indulgent feast for the senses. The perfectly boiled egg dipped lightly in salt can be heaven. My personal bit of food wankery is that I like this to be truffle salt!

The company also enhances the enjoyment. Wine and cheese with friends beats solo caviar any day. You should never be afraid to ask a waiter exactly what a mysterious unknown ingredient is. Curiosity is to be rewarded not derided. In these times of change and upheaval we need indulgence and comfort food more than ever. I’m happy to be adventurous with my food choices and I love an exotic ingredient, but sometimes I just want a perfect cup of English breakfast Tea and a scotch finger biscuit.

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Our Life on the

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“Countless emails, messages, DMs and comments over the years from people who have made the same lifestyle change after being inspired by our content. It’s very humbling to think that we’ve made such a difference to someone’s life.”

Their travels to date include France, Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, before crossing the Atlantic in late 2015 to the Caribbean.

“We loved sailing in Morocco because it was off the beaten track,” Nick says.

“We also loved France, particularly the Atlantic coast which has an incredible wild beauty, and the Bahamas which has the most amazing blue waters.”

At present, Nick and Terysa are enjoying sailing across the New South Wales and Queensland coasts, a trip they describe as a “very different and very beautiful experience”.

Terysa Vanderloo and Nick Fabbri didn’t do things by halves when it came to their sea change, leaving their lives in London in 2015 to set sail around the world. The couple speak with Get It Magazine’s Holly Bartter to talk about adventure, community and the freedom of #boatlife.

While they both had experience out on the water, Terysa recalls when she and Nick were ‘bitten’ by the sailing bug for good.

“In 2013 and 2014 we took six weeks off to do an extended sailing holiday around France - it was then that we decided we needed to make the move!”

were very supportive of our plans,” says Nick.

Life on the water today revolves around recording and sharing their travels with their loyal audience.

“We started the YouTube channel in 2017 after arriving in the Caribbean and realising we needed a creative outlet and a way of documenting our sailing adventures - the channel gained momentum quickly,” says Terysa.

Terysa and Nick found their footing with a community of fellow sailing enthusiasts through social media.

“More and more people can take inspiration from this lifestyle.

After such a dramatic change in lifestyle, the couple received a variety of reactions from friends and family.

“It’s about the freedom of living on a boat, of being able to point your bow in the direction of your choosing and cultivating a connection to the ocean and nature.”

“A lot of people didn’t believe we would go through with it - it’s safe to say our parents were a little worried. However, our families

With a growing #boatlife community across Youtube and social media, Terysa and Nick have seen the reach of their platforms.

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“We have loved the Whitsundays - so many beautiful islands, and the snorkelling and beaches are beautiful, with some great hikes. The weather is generally gorgeous, and everyone in Queensland is so friendly.”

With many adventures yet to come, Nick and Terysa are excited for what the future holds.

“We’re currently in partnership with the Australian catamaran manufacturer Seawind Catamarans and our new boat is being built by them right now. We’ll be taking delivery early next year and continue to explore the world by boat, documenting it all.”

Navigating their way to a life on the water may not have always been smooth sailing, but Terysa and Nick wouldn’t have it any other way.

“There’s no point to life at all unless you’re doing something you love. Change is always hard, but now we’re living a lifestyle that’s authentic, exciting, and extremely rewarding.”

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LYRE’S NON ALCOHOLIC MANHATTAN: if you’re giving the booze a break, Lyre’s offers perfectly crafted flavours, such as Manhattan sets, The American Malt and The Apéritif Rosso. RRP: $89.98 lyres.com.au/range/manhattan-set/

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Why your

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personality is a

strength Being an introvert in our society is often associated with a lack of confidence, having less fun, or being less successful. However, as a successful entrepreneur and mindset coach (and fellow introvert), I’m here to debunk these myths, and provide with my top tips on embracing your own introverted super powers.

Tip 1 - Focus on your strengths Being an introvert comes with an array of really awesome personality traits.

Harnessing these traits and transforming them into strengths that can work in your favour, Start by reflecting on all your positive introvert qualities and then focus on using these to your advantage. If you are an introvert, you likely have the following key traits that are actually incredible strengths.

You may be great at conversing with people one to one and building strong connections, listening deeply to those around you and bringing compassion to your relationships.

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your extrovert friends. If you’ve been told this your entire life, it’s possible you are suffering from a lack of confidence, making it impossible to realise your dreams or reach your goals. This lack of confidence and selfdoubt is not who you truly are, it’s definitely not your true nature.

The good news is that you can change these beliefs and transform your mindset.

It just takes some work. The best thing you can do to aid this to invest in your personal development and growth. Take courses, invest in a business or mindset coach, and engage in practices which boost your confidence. Additionally, make sure you get out of your comfort zone. Practice the things that you feel you struggle with, and once you become comfortable with them, you’ll see an entire confidence boost. For example, I used to be quite uncomfortable in front of the camera, but through practice and taking a chance I am now super active on Instagram stories and other video content. I now feel comfortable being on camera and have discovered that I’m actually really good at it. But it does take practice, I didn’t wake up one day and become confident. Overcoming my limiting beliefs has boosted my overall

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self confidence and given me the ability to trust that I am capable at learning new skills and getting out of my comfort zones.

Tip 3 - Choose where you spend your energy As introverts we recharge our energy from being alone. This means we need to be careful about where we spend our energy.

Instead of attempting to be the centre of attention at parties or in large networking meetings, you may find that you are better off quietly chatting to one or two people to build deeper relationships. You might also find you enjoy sitting back and observing everyone and choosing who you might want to connect with in the future.

If you have a busy week with events, meetings and group appointments make sure you schedule in time to be alone. Simply working from home for half a day, taking a walk or sitting quietly one evening can help you recharge and stay energised for your busy days ahead.

So, all you introverts out there, it’s time to take advantage of your amazing introverted qualities, invest in your personal development and mindset and take the time to relax. You are equal to your extrovert friend and colleagues, and your authentic introverted nature is an asset to your personal life and to your business. Once you learn to embrace all your incredible strengths, you’ll be unstoppable.

Warming wines for

Chilly

When the chillier months roll around, enjoying a glass of wine is front of mind and synonymous with winter warmers.

While a bottle of red is the most common go-to and a great match with many winter recipes, many richer white varieties can equally bring a warming delight on the dreariest of days.

Whether you’re indulging in Christmas in July festivities, a long overdue catch up with your nearest and dearest, or a quiet night in the warmth of your own home, Brett Fullerton, Winemaker at Constellation Brands, has

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curated a list of top drops to add to your shopping basket this winter.

“It’s not hard to see why people gravitate towards red wine in winter, it’s comforting, warm and familiar,” he says.

“The flavours produced from these wines such as spice, mocha, jam and toasty characters are what people look for when it comes to winter drinking.”

“Wine is designed to be enjoyed with food and some of the best pairings come from the heartier winter dishes.

“The heavier, fuller bodied wines are rich and decadent which is exactly what is needed when it comes to comfort food and winter pairings.

“This selection of top wines from Australian, California and New Zealand are great for those cold winter nights to enjoy with friends and family.”

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Boasting glorious flavour and attitude, this McLaren Vale Shiraz brings to life exactly what’s on the bottle. In this case it’s the enticing flavour of blackberry and plum that sings across the palate for this wine.

A perfect balance and full-bodied Chardonnay from both Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay New Zealand, this is a succulent, well-rounded Chardonnay in a style uncluttered by oak.

The Jam McLaren Vale Shiraz has lush flavours of blackberry and dark plum, accompanied by a playful hint of sweet oak and spice. It glistens in tones of deep ruby red and greets you with the scents of fruit mocha and spice.

Hints of butterscotch and great length of flavour make it a delicious pairing with Camembert cheese, pan-seared salmon, or other white meat dishes like a roast chicken.

The Young & Co wine range includes The Jam McLaren Vale Shiraz, Strawberry Hustle Rosé, Butterscotch Bliss Chardonnay, Nectar Burst Pinot Gris, Cherry Bomb French Pinot Noir and Berry Riot French Grenache.

The wines are available at BWS nationally for RRP $20.00. The Young & Co The Jam McLaren Vale Shiraz is also available for $16.00 at Dan Murphy’s.

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The Kim Crawford range also includes Kim Crawford Chardonnay, Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and Kim Crawford Rosé. Available from Liquorland and First Choice Liquor Market, RRP $22.00. For more information visit Kim Crawford Wines | @kimcrawfordwines_au

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Esteemed Californian wine brand Robert Mondavi Private Selection has launched a world-first with the limited release barrel-aged 2018 Robert Mondavi Rum Barrel-Aged Merlot. This Merlot blend the craftmanship of California winemaking with the exotic tradition of Dark Rum barrel aging. The cool climate of the coastal vineyards imparts the wine with jammy flavours of plum and blueberry. Select lots are then aged in Rum barrels, delivering complex nuances of toasted coconut, molasses, and rich vanilla when added to the blend.

The Robert Mondavi Private Selection Barrel-Aged range also includes the Robert Mondavi Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay and the Robert Mondavi Bourbon BarrelAged Cabernet Sauvignon. Available from BWS, Dan Murphy’s, Liquorland and First Choice Liquor Market, RRP $25.00. For more information please visit Robert Mondavi | @RobertMondaviPS |@ RobertMondaviPrivateSelection GET IT August 2021

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Lock in the heat this With the cooler weather settling in, simply turning up the heater for a few months might seem like an easy fix.

But this can lead to energy bills soaring, and many families don’t realise there is another, more economical way to help control the home’s temperature, right at the window.

Research has shown that a single pane of glass can lose almost ten times as much heat as the same area of an insulated wall.

To help reduce energy bills and heat loss through windows, the innovative use of window furnishing, blinds and curtains can enhance the performance of windows and provide a sustainable solution.

“It’s easy to create the illusion of warmth through textiles, accessories and lighting, but it’s important to find cost-effective and sustainable ways of heating our homes,” says Neale Whitaker, Interior Design Expert and Luxaflex Window Fashions Brand Ambassador.

“Insulation is key to maintaining room temperatures, and a few small changes can help make your home energy efficient and keep the bills down.”

Recognising which types of window shades are insulating, sustainable, and beneficial for long term use will assist when making window covering decisions.

Honeycomb blinds are one of the best choices in window treatments for retaining heat inside the home.

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winter

The shades are specifically engineered with honeycomb-shaped air pockets that trap air inside these distinct pockets, helping moderate temperature and reduce heat loss in winter when they are closed. These distinct air pockets have the ability to reduce the heat transfer through a window, reducing the average home’s heating costs by up to 43 percent in the winter months.

Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings are another great option, blending on-trend design aesthetics and practicality. A great choice for those who want more flexibility when it comes to controlling the flow of light.

To prevent valuable warm air from escaping, insulating window coverings can help retain the warmer temperatures of the day.

“During the day, your windows let in more radiant energy than gets out; sunlight can enter through the glass, but the window is opaque to the infrared radiation trying to escape,” says Neale.

“As home automation is fast becoming a widely adopted technology in homes across Australia, managing our homes’ energy, privacy and ‘scenes’, or ambience, is more efficient than ever.

“The award winning Luxaflex PowerView Motorisation uses clever technology so Australians can now schedule their blinds to lower immediately after dusk – the optimum time to close them to help prevent heat loss,” he says.

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Pre-program blinds to operate on their own throughout the day to create scenes in line with the sun’s movements, such as raising to let the light in at dawn, or close whilst you’re at work to keep the heat locked in during winter. Customise your scenes to suit your lifestyle and daily schedule, and enjoy seamless, whole-home integration including voice control and smart phone control.

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Looking for our next top dog!

Q Super Centre is searching for the next top dog, the winning dog will represent the centre in future advertising including its website, Facebook & Instagram pages. The dog that wins first prize receives a $500 Vetcall & $500 Petbarn voucher, plus a pet photo shoot with Sandy Noses Pet Photography, gift from Petbarn & a designer winning dog tag.

There will also be 11 runners up and each of them will receive a $100 Petbarn voucher, Pet photo shoot with Sandy Nose Photography & a gift from Petbarn.

A photo from each dog will be selected to be featured in the Doggie Face of Q Calendar 2022 which is distributed in October.

A bonus this year will be that Vetcall are gifting to the first 120 entries a single 1-month Nexgard Spectra tick, flea & heartworm protection.

Q Super Centre will donate $1 for every entry received to Story Dogs. Story Dogs helps children become better readers by encouraging them to read to the dogs that visit local schools with their owners.

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Giving Back Staying True Entrepreneur and soon-to-be charity founder Shannen Simmons sits down with Get It Magazine’s Holly Bartter to talk about the causes close to her heart and coming together to support those in need.

A dedicated mum, university student and business owner, you wouldn’t think Shannen Simmons would have any spare hours left in the day, but you’d be surprised. Giving back has been a focal point of Shannen’s life, starting with her first interactions with The Sanctuary, a women, children & pet refuge.

Shannen shares, “I decided to donate to The Sanctuary by giving the women facials with our skin clinic, Aesthetically You Rejuvenation Clinic. Many other refuges don’t allow boys over the age of 12 to come with mum, or the family pets. The Sanctuary is our local refuge on the Gold Coast, and provides a “safe haven” for those escaping domestic violence.”

The experience made a lasting impression on Shannen, and her connection with this organisation runs deep, she reflects, “I’m part of the 1 in 6 women who have experienced domestic violence, and The Sanctuary was my plan B when I was leaving a DV relationship.”

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I went home and thought, ‘I would love to help them’, but had no idea how to make a difference.”

A few months later, inspiration arrived, with Shannen being introduced to the world of pageantry.

“A client of mine was entering a pageant, and we presented a prize from our business and went along to her charity event. I met the directors and I knew at that moment that this could be my way to help The Sanctuary.” Shannen’s instinct was correct, and she won the event but took out a whole host of special prizes, including Miss Charity Queen.

“As a part of the pageant, we raise money for a charity of our choice, and I knew I would be raising money for The Sanctuary. I joined forces with Gold Coast Future Females, and we held an event together which raised over $12,000.”

Fast forward to today, and Shannen’s charity work has gone from strength to strength, and she and her husband are in the process of launching their own charity, she explains: “We are extremely proud to create this, we still have much work to complete, but it’s happening. Behind the Smile Foundation will provide awareness and education on domestic violence & provide financial assistance to other organisations such as The Sanctuary.”

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pick up the pieces. Through our upcoming Behind the Smile Foundation, we endeavour to educate people on those domestic violence red flags - as a community, there is always something we can do and more to be done.”

With a life that won’t be slowing down any time soon, Shannen reminds herself that even in the more overwhelming moments, she’s prepared to take on every challenge. “I always say ‘life doesn’t throw anything at you that you can’t handle’” - so watch this space, as this charity leader is just getting started.

Connect your mind, body and soul through surfing Women hear a lot about the importance of fitness and movement, but with so much contradicting information out there it can be confusing. Surfing can help to cut through all this by connecting your mind, body and soul.

joy.” Surf Getaways Senior Surf Coach, Sarah Pawley Because we live in a world where we are always thinking about the next thing, we never truly allow ourselves to live in the present. With surfing you have to leave everything behind and just be in the moment. If you start thinking about any stress or issues in your personal or work life, the ocean will immediately put you back in your place.

This is the joy of surfing, you can jump into the water and drop all your frustrations and anxieties into the ocean.

If you would like to start a journey to greater movement, overall health and joy make sure you join Surf Getaways on one of their local Surf Clinics or our luxury Surf Experiences.

Surfing is a physical activity that demands a lot from the body. It not only connects you to the outside elements, it also provides you with a feeling that is so personal, only you know exactly how it makes you feel. Riding a wave makes you connect with your body and start to give it credit for the way it moves instead of being overly focused on how it looks.

“Movement is a way to show respect and a loving connection to our physical bodies.

Surfing helps my mental state and brings me a sense of gratitude. It also keeps me mindful of how I talk to myself and most importantly an overwhelming amount of

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e m o h t a y a id l o h o H ow t

There’s never been a better time to explore your own backyard. We’ve rounded up the best the Gold Coast has to offer to keep everyone entertained, during these school holidays and beyond.

With the school holidays already on us and overseas and interstate travel curtailed, why not take the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful and varied sights of the Gold Coast.

WHERE TO STAY If your idea of bliss is a roaring fire, good food and a glass of wine, then look no further than the newly renovated Cedar Creek Lodges at Thunderbird Park. Nestled into the side of Mt Tamborine and just 30 minutes from the Gold Coast, the twobedroom cabins overlook the creek and rainforest and are the perfect base for a family or romantic weekend away. Enjoy a takeaway from the on-site restaurant on your own balcony, or dine in the Rainforest Restaurant, just 100 metres from your front door. The menu is extensive, a blend of Australian and Asian food, and sure to please the entire family.

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something to suit everyone. It’s the perfect place to base yourself as you discover the breathtaking views and numerous activities at Cedar Creek and Mt Tamborine.

If you’re staying for a few nights, you can bring your own ingredients to make meals, as the fully-equipped kitchen has all you need to rustle up dinner for the family.

Bookings: www.cedarcreeklodges.com.au (and yes, you can bring your dog!).

WHAT TO DO There’s so much to do at Mt Tamborine it’s lucky that the rainforest’s whipbirds rouse you sweetly, and early, in the morning. First up is an exploration of the activities at Thunderbird Park, including the high ropes courses for young and old. The TreeTop Challenge – Juniors is ideal for children aged three – seven years, with just enough thrills to keep them entertained. For the older daredevils, the TreeTop Challenge provides the perfect adrenalin-pumping adventure, with more than 100 challenges, including 10 flying foxes and even a Tarzan swing.

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Don’t forget to visit the Thunderegg Fossicking –budding palaeontologists will love digging for dinosaur eggs, which can then be polished and purchased at the crystal mine hut. There’s also pony rides, 4WD tours and pedalo bikes on the lake to enjoy (and wear your kids out).

Bookings: www.thunderbirdpark.com WHERE TO EAT Food really does taste better outdoors. And even better when you pair your dish with a breathtaking view. Head to the Polish Place on Mt Tamborine for a hearty lunch of potato pancakes and pierogi (traditional Polish dumplings) after your morning’s activities, it’ll perfectly hit the spot. The restaurant’s outdoor decking area overlooks the Great Dividing Range. Sit back and watch the paragliders float serenely through the skies.

Bookings: www.polishplace.com.au HEAD TO THE HILLS If you love bushwalking, discovering new waterfalls and wildlife, then look no further than the tracks leading from Binna Burra, Lamington National Park. Start from the

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car park and follow any of the circuit walks – we chose the Tullawallal circuit, an easy five kilometre walk which took us to the Tullawallal Lookout for sunset – a sight not to be missed.

Head back to Binna Burra and settle into your accommodation – there’s the luxurious Sky Lodges or the new glamping tents, recently built after last year’s devastating bushfires. Enjoy a two- or three-course dinner at the Teahouse (don’t miss the sensational chocolate brownie – you’ve earned it!) followed by marshmallows and family time around your campfire. Then it’s off to bed in your cosy cabins – just don’t forget to pack something warm to wear. The next morning, rise with the sun and watch the rays of light wake up the Gold Coast, 800 metres below you.

Bookings: www.binnaburralodge.com.au

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After all that greenery, you may be longing for some of the Gold Coast’s big blue. Stay at Gemini Apartments on Burleigh Hill, the perfect location for an uninterrupted view of the coastline and ocean, all the way up to Stradbroke Island. Many of the apartments have recently been given facelifts and are tastefully adorned with calming beachy themes throughout. It’s the ideal location to explore the bustling Burleigh area – James Street and its many restaurant offerings are just a short walk down the hill. In the morning, run to Tarte for some freshlybaked croissants and coffee and enjoy them while watching the sun rise over the ocean.

Pack your binoculars and see who’s first to spot a dolphin or whale!

Nearby is your next stop – the JW Marriot Hotel and Spa. Alongside the newly furbished rooms, restaurants (book a table at Citrique for their seafood buffet, or Misono for a sumptuous sushi supper) and café, there’s now an extensive amount of activities to entertain the kids at their Resorts family program, ‘Family by JW’.

Choose from pizza making (the kids then get to enjoy the fruits of their labour), scavenger hunts, sea scooters and snorkel hire to explore the hotel’s resident fish who swim amongst the tropical saltwater lagoons and artificial reefs.

In the evening, book yourself a table at Harry’s Steakhouse. They cater for children (don’t forget to order the fries – they’re out of this world) and adults alike. As the name suggests, they specialise in steak and are extremely helpful when it comes to choosing which cut of meat best suits you.

Bookings: www.marriott.com.au Wherever you go, and whatever you do, you’re sure to find something that suits each and every member of the family – that’s the beauty of the Gold Coast.

Bookings: https://www.geminicourt.com. au/; https://www.harryssteakbistro.com. au/ https://www.tarte.com.au/ OTHER ACTIVITIES If the thrill seekers of the family are still looking for another adventure, head to iFly, in Surfers Paradise. Each participant will be giving a training and orientation session before getting into their flight gear. The helpful instructors guide everyone with patience and humour, demonstrating all the skills and tricks you’ll need. Then it’s time to soar through the (virtual) skies!

Bookings: www.iflyworld.com.au

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Winter Even on the sunny Gold Coast, the cooler months are well and truly here - and keeping healthy when the temperature drops is about more than just layering up. Bree Pagonis and Alicia Holmquest, dieticians and founders of Wellness in Real Life, take us through their top five tips for holistic winter wellness.

1. MIX IT UP To ensure you stay fighting fit throughout the colder months, increase the diversity of foods in your diet to meet your nutrient, vitamin and mineral requirements.

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Breakfast: Top whole grain cereal with fruit, nuts and seeds, and use plantbased milks containing added calcium.

Lunch: Spice basic dishes up by adding roasted chickpeas, a tin of lentils, wholegrains like quinoa, fruit, nuts.

2. STAY HYDRATED

4. TOP UP YOUR VITAMIN C

We may not feel thirsty during the winter months, but being indoors with heating can mean we become dehydrated quickly.

Vitamin C is a key nutrient in supporting a healthy immune system, acting as an antioxidant fighting free radical damage in our bodies caused from invading bugs.

Up your fluid intake with these hints: •

Add fruit or herbs to your water bottle for that extra zing!

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Fruit juice can be a refreshing addition to sparkling water instead of a caffeinated soft drink.

Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits

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Veggies like capsicum, cabbage, spinach and broccoli

If coffee is on the menu, swap your usual latte for a dairy-free cold brew.

5. THINK ZINC

3. MAKE GUT HEALTH A PRIORITY

Zinc is an important mineral for the healthy development of immune cells in our body.

Around 70 per cent of our immune system stems from the gut, so keep it happy and healthy by including high fibre and prebiotic rich foods in your diet.

For those following a plant-based diet, you can enhance absorption through soaking, heating and fermenting your plant-based sources of zinc, such as:

Gut-friendly foods include:

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Nuts: cashews and almonds

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Dried dates and figs.

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Seeds: pumpkin seeds

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Garlic and onion to season main meals.

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Legumes: chickpeas and baked beans.

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Red kidney beans and chickpeas for added protein in winter soups.

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Whole grains: wheat germ and oats.

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Start your day with a warming bowl of oatmeal (and add toppings galore!).

Dinner: Soups, curries and pastas are the perfect warming dishes.

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Vitamin C is found in high levels in:

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So when you bring out your winter woolies, don’t forget to revamp your pantry with ingredients to nourish your immune system and help you beat the sniffle season from the inside out.

Coffee

You’re a Caffeinista! You can talk about the way a coffee should taste, you know what you like through experience, and you know exactly the type of establishment that you would find your right choice of coffee.

Having a coffee helps you start your day feeling loved and wanted, and you can more than likely tell when your normal barista is away sick, as your coffee wasn’t made with the same love that day!

In health and fitness, coffee is often a hot topic of discussion.

Are coffee drinkers at a disadvantage?

Can we still achieve our health and fitness desires, with our golden cup of goodness a few times a day?

Yay or nay when it comes to fitness?

But never fear, while there are some definite negatives relating to certain types of coffee, there are some positives as well.

With regards to shape change and fitness goals, there are some coffee types that flirt well with our taste-buds, however will have an adverse effect on our goal.

Reasons being that the caffeine ingredient is partnered by other things such as sugar, milk, chocolate, biscuits, and the occasional marshmallow.

Black, Short Black, Piccolo, Latte, Espresso, and Turkish Coffee.

These coffees are mainly water and are a better and lower calorie choice.

Caffeine is a stimulant. It can have a positive effect on your body’s ability to burn energy.

By having your daily caffeine fix, your body can burn more calories as long as it’s partnered with a balanced diet and exercise.

Enjoy!

When trying to lose weight, the types of café coffees you should keep to a minimum are: Cappuccino, Mocha, Café latte, Coffee with added syrups and Affogato.

These coffee’s generally have a high sugar content as well as fat content if ordered on full cream milk.

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Pescatarian

delights

The cooler weather often brings with it an increased appetite for delicious, home cooked meals. Keep it healthy with these fish based recipes, developed by By Francesco Castellana, head chef at Vesper Bistro and Bar.

Crispy snapper

potato & caper puree, preserved lemon salmoriglio Serves 4 Ingredients Salmoriglio Dressing 60 ml of Extra virgin olive oil, 1 large fresh lemon, 50 g preserved lemon skin (no seed), 1 x garlic clove (peeled), 10 g Parsley leaves 10 g Basil leaves 10 g Mint leaves 2 g Dry oregano 1 small red chili (washed, cut and deseeded), Murry river salt to taste.

Potato Puree 250 g of Dutch cream potatoes (washed, peeled and diced), 50 g of unsalted butter, 15 g of finely grated Grana Padano cheese, 25 g of lilliput caper in vinegar (strained and dried), 40 ml of warm full cream milk (if needed).

Fish 4 x fillets of baby snapper pin boned (around 180g size), 5 g of Murray river salt, 25 ml cooking olive oil 80 ml dry white wine, freshly cracked black peppercorn to taste.

Garnish Sliced shallot and mixed herb leaves.

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Method To prepare the salmoriglio dressing, wash and chop the herb leaves. Finely slice the red chili.

Using a micro plane grater, zest the fresh lemon skin and juice the pulp.

Dice the preserved lemon skin and paste the garlic clove, then combine with the extra virgin olive oil and progressively add: dry oregano, the chopped herbs with chili, fresh lemon juice and zest. Stir well and taste to balance salt level. Transfer the dressing into a container with a lid and let it macerate in the fridge for at least 1 hour for flavor development. Remove from the fridge at least 20 minutes before serving.

In a large pot boil the Dutch cream potatoes in salty water until soft and fully cooked; it should take approximately 20 minutes. Once cooked, remove the water and press the potatoes twice through a drum sieve to obtain a silky texture. While the potatoes are still warm, gently stir in the unsalted butter and gradually add the grated cheese. Fold the lilliput caper into potato puree. The consistency should be smooth and firm, however if you wish a softer version, simply add the optional warm milk. Taste the result for accurate seasoning. Keep the potato and caper puree warm until needed.

To cook the baby snapper, heat a non-stick pan over a gentle flame on the stove for 5 minutes.

Dry the baby snapper skin with some paper towel and season the flesh with salt and pepper. Once the pan is hot, drizzle cooking olive oil and start searing the snapper fillets from the skin side down. While cooking, keep the fillets under light pressure from a flat spatula to prevent skin cracks. After 3 minutes, check for a golden color and flip the fillets in the pan on to the flesh side; remove from the stove flame for a few seconds and deglaze gently with white wine (this will avoid a risky flambe’!). Return to heat until the fish is cooked through or, slightly under, which is my preferred way.

To present the dish, over a large warm plate, place the potato & caper puree in the center and drizzle around it 2 full tablespoon of preserved lemon salmoriglio, then arrange the seared snapper fillet over the puree. Use some whole fresh assorted herb leaves and shallot slices as garnish.

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BBQ Prawns

with guanciale, roasted lemon jam and rosemary Serves 4 Ingredients Roasted Lemon Jam (recommended to prepare one day in advance) 4 x large lemon (cut into quarter, juiced and deseeded), 10 ml vegetable oil, 320 gr caster sugar, 1 lt filtered water, 50 ml apple cider vinegar, 3 gr sea salt.

Rosemary Infuse Oil 60 ml of Extra virgin olive oil, 10 gr rosemary (washed and picked), 2 garlic cloves (peeled from the skin and chopped), 1 pinch of dry chili flakes, Prawns 4 x large Skull Island green prawns U6 size, 12 x thin slices of guanciale (air cured Pork jaw), 10ml dry white wine,

Method to make the roasted lemon jam, wash and cut the lemons into quarters; squeeze the juice and keep it aside until needed, remove the seeds.

In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil and blanch the lemon wedges for 3 minutes. Once complete, discard the water and repeat this process twice over. The key reason for triple blanching step is to reduce the bitterness from the lemon pith (the white part of the inner citrus).

Once triple blanched, drizzle the lemon wedges with vegetable oil and roast them in the oven at 220 C˚ for at least 40 minutes or until brown and dark in color (especially on the skin side). If you prefer deeper and richer flavour, grill the lemon wedges on a BBQ instead of baking.

While the lemons are roasting, prepare the syrup by combining caster sugar and filtered water in a non-stick pot; bring it to low simmer on the stove.

Once the lemon wedges are fully roasted, place them in the syrup on the stove and continue to cook for at least 2.5 hours over a low flame. During this time the lemons will soften as most of the water evaporates, allowing the sugar to further penetrate in the lemon peel.

To complete the jam, add the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar and salt to the syrup. Using a powerful kitchen blender, blitz everything until smooth and shiny. Pass the jam through a drum sieve while still hot. Then, let it cool and store in the refrigerator in a well-sealed jar for at least 24 hours before consumption.

For the infused oil, add all the ingredients to a small pot (olive oil, rosemary, garlic and chili flakes) and place over stove at low heat. The ideal temperature for infusion is 70 C˚ for 30 minutes. Once the oil is ready set is aside until needed.

Clean and devein the prawns, peeling off the shell but leaving the full head attached.

1 gr fennel seed,

To make the prawns seasoning, using mortar and pestle to crush together black peppercorn, fennel seed and dry oregano until very fine, then stir in the white wine and with a culinary brush spread the mix well over and around the prawn flesh.

¼ tsp. Italian dry oregano.

After the seasoning wrap tightly each prawn tail with the thinly sliced guanciale.

Garnish

Turn on the BBQ till it reaches high heat and grill the prawns for 1 minute over each side.

Allow the guanciale to melt nicely during the cooking.

2 gr black peppercorn,

Fresh lemon wedges

Serve the prawn on a spoonful of roasted lemon jam and finish with a drizzle of rosemary infused oil and a fresh lemon wedge.

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Low cooked octopus,

white fava beans puree, chicory and chorizo oil Serves 4 Ingredients

Method

The Octopus

to prepare the octopus, the tentacles well under cold running water for a few minutes.

4 x large tentacles of South Australian Octopus (approx. 800gr)

In a large bowl combine the octopus tentacles with the other ingredients: red onion, carrot, celery, cooking oil, garlic, aromatic herbs, peppercorn and salt. Mix everything well and let macerate in the bowl covered with cling film (or airtight container) for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator (better overnight).

50 gm red onion (peeled and sliced) 50 gm carrot (peeled and sliced) 50 gm celery (diced) 40 ml cooking olive oil

Preheat the oven to 160 C˚ with fan (or 180 C˚ static). After macerating, place the octopus mixture in a deep cooking tray and cover with aluminum foil, then cook in the oven for at least 1 and half hours or until the tentacles are soft.

200 ml red wine for cooking (pinot noir recommended) 2 x whole garlic clove 1 sprig of thyme 1 sprig of rosemary

Remove from the oven and carefully pick out the octopus tentacles from the tray, set them aside till needed (the octopus should reduce in size by 50%). Strain, cool and preserve all the residue cooking liquid.

1 sprig of sage 2 x bay leave

To make the puree, in a pot blanch the split fava beans (previously soaked) in salty boiling water for 8 minutes. Then, dispose the blanching water, keep the fava beans in the pot and add the vegetable stock and the diced potato. Keep cooking over medium heat for 40 minutes, both potato and fava beans must be completely cooked through.

½ tsp. white peppercorn 6 gm cooking fine salt White fava beans puree 100 gm Split white fava beans (soaked in plain water for 2 hours) 180 gm Dutch cream potato (washed, peeled and diced)

Using a powerful blender, blitz the potato and fava bean at medium speed until smooth, fold in extra virgin olive oil and salt to balance the flavor.

1 lt vegetable stock 50 ml extra virgin olive oil

Keep the puree well covered in a warm place.

fine salt to taste

To make the chorizo oil, peel the chorizo from the skin and grate it into small grains. Inside a shallow pan, combine the grated chorizo with olive oil, paprikas and cayenne pepper. Then, let it infuse over low heat until the chorizo is crispy and fully melted (approx. 40 minutes). Keep the infused oil warm before serving.

some water for blanching Chorizo oil 100 gm air dried Spanish chorizo 100 ml olive oil for cooking

To garnish, slice the chicory into 4cm leaf and stalk, then dress it nicely with white balsamic vinegar and salt. Allow the dressing to “break” the texture of the chicory for about 10 minutes.

1/8 tsp sweet paprika 1/8 tsp hot paprika 1 pinch of cayenne pepper

To assemble the dish, grill the octopus over a BBQ using a kitchen brush to drizzle its own cooking liquid over the skin.

Garnish 120 gm chicory (well washed)

In a serving plate arrange the fava bean puree in the center, then top it with the grilled tentacles, place the chicory on the side and dress everything with a generous spoonful of warm chorizo oil.

3 gm Maldon salt flakes 15 ml white balsamic vinegar (can be replaced by rice vinegar)

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Tuna ‘crudo’

with spicy citrus salad Serves 4

Ingredients

Method

Citrus salad

To prepare the salad, all the citrus well and using a peeler remove the outside skin (rind) avoiding the white part as much as possible.

With a sharp chef knife, slice the rinds of the lemon, orange and limes into a thin julienne.

2 x fresh lemon (rind and segments ref. to method) 2 x fresh orange (rind and segments ref. to method)

In a medium pot combine the filtered water, caster sugar, bay leaf, fine salt, black peppercorn, apple cider vinegar and bring to a low simmer over the stove.

2 x fresh lime (rind and segments ref. to method) 250 ml filtered water 100 gm caster sugar

Once the syrup mix is ready add in the citrus julienne and cook for at least 30 minutes, always keeping at low boiling point. The rinds must be soft but still holding in shape before removing them from the heat. Once ready, let cool at room temperature keeping the liquid and citrus julienne together.

1 x bay leaf ½ tsp cracked black peppercorns 4 gm fine table salt

Next cut off the white pith from the whole citrus and with the help of a small knife gently slice the segments out of the white membrane. Store into a container until needed.

45 ml apple cider vinegar Citrus vinaigrette (citronette) Juice obtained from the trims of the citrus listed above

To make the citronette, squeeze the left-over cores of lemons, oranges and limes, to obtain as much juice as possible. Add salt and sugar then whisk in the olive oil.

3 gm sea salt 10 gm caster sugar

To prepare the ‘crudo’, carve the tuna into half centimeter thick slices and place directly on serving plate. Season with white peppercorn and drizzle with white soy sauce. Allow the condiments to macerate for at least 10min at room temp.

75 ml good quality extra virgin olive oil Tuna 350gm raw fresh sashimi grade tuna loin with no skin (you could also use kingfish if preferred)

When ready to serve assemble the dish by placing the citrus segments over the tuna, add the preserved rind julienne without the syrup, then drizzle with the citronette. Garnish with a few coriander leaves and a light sprinkle of cayenne pepper.

2 gm cracked white peppercorns 1 tbsp white soy sauce Garnish Micro coriander leaves and cayenne pepper for dusting

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Community and connectivity at Saint Stephen’s College Get it recently spoke with Mrs Leith Biggs, Dean of Junior College at Saint Stephen’s College What is the best part about your job?

Without a doubt it is the strong sense of connectivity between staff, students and parents. There is a genuine sense of belonging within the College community. It is an environment where both parents and their children are cared for and supported so the child can discover and build their own unique future on a modern campus which provides the perfect setting for discovery and innovation.

Are there benefits in having an early learning centre as part of the broader College community?

Yes definitely. Our Early Learning Centre caters for children from two and a half years of age through to school age with the single biggest benefit being that the children are able to interact with the Junior College on a regular basis making the transition to Prep easier.

The connection doesn’t just stop with the Junior College either, for example, some of our senior design students put together the concept plan for our recently upgraded playground.

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Our senior students were absolutely delighted to see their designs come to fruition and to see the many happy faces the new playground produced.

How involved are families?

Families are an integral part of the Saint Stephen’s College community and, while they can’t always be on campus with us, our staff make sure the communication between the College and home is strong and constant, allowing us to celebrate their children’s achievements together. As a College we focus on the social, emotional, physical and spiritual health of each child and get to know them as individuals.

Together with their parents and guardians, we ensure each student is not only respected and heard, but also develops the integrity and responsibility to serve others.

They say it takes a village to raise a child and at Saint Stephen’s College, families find our College community, strengthened by its diversity, is a place where they feel they genuinely belong.

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Horoscope Sarah Murphy

Find out what’s in your stars, with popular astrologer Sarah Murphy. Connect with Sarah and request a personal reading at luminary-astrology.com; find her on Instagram @ luminary_astro and Facebook ‘Luminary Astrology’.

Virgo August 23 - September 22

Leo July 22 – August 23 Jupiter returns to finish off what it started in late 2020 regarding personal relationships and your connection to others. This brings fun and some nice lessons which will assist with the decade ahead. The new moon on 8 August helps reset how you want to be seen by others. The full moon on 22 August allows you to find the right balance between being yourself and being in relationships with others.

Sagittarius November 23 – December 21 Aries Mercury and Mars move into your career and reputation sector, giving you a keen eye for detail or a more refined gift of the gab which is noticed.

The new and full moons this month activate your local surroundings and your belief systems.

Helping to restore your faith or connection to who and what you believe in at a deeper level. Jupiter, your ruler, helps by providing you with the right people at the right time.

March 20 – April 19

August presents friendlier skies for Aries with an emphasis on socialising and creative pursuits within your community. Jupiter re-entering your social sector is finishing off what was started late 2020, adding more optimism within your social networks. Mercury and Mars help to smooth over routines, making you motivated to streamline your health and daily routines mid-month.

Having Mercury, your ruler, enter your sign on 12 August turbo charges your natural knack for details and analysis, giving you a massive mojo boost. Mars joining Mercury a couple of days later, amplifies this. Jupiter returning to your health and work sector provides greater knowledge and optimism and gives the mundane areas of your life a real lift. Expect more focus on fun in your daily routines.

Capricorn December 22 – January 20 Taurus April 20 – May 21

The Leo new moon in your community and social sector on 8 August allows a fresh start, on your terms, regarding who you socialise with and what communities you align yourself with. The Aquarius full moon on 22 August is the prime time to find your people or a creative outlet that sustains and feeds you. Jupiter returning to your creative sector is a once in 12- year opportunity to learn and reclaim your mojo around creative outlets.

Aquarius January 21 – February 19

Libra September 22 – October 23

Scorpio October 23 - November 22

The new and full moon polarity is activating your most private and public sectors, your home and your career/reputation. This means that they work to awaken and rebalance these areas of your life.

Jupiter returning to your career and reputation sector offers an opportunity to consolidate what you wish to achieve, bringing warmth and optimism as Saturn does some long-term restructuring.

Your financial sector is lit up this August thanks to the new and full moons in your money sectors. The new moon on 8 August heralds new beginnings or new starts in your shared resource sector such as new business collaborations or ideas involving others. The full moon on 22 August helps to shed light on your worth and how you earn money allowing you to be both brave and bold.

You and your place within your social groups will be August’s focuses. The new moon in your relationship sector plants the seeds of new relationships, giving you a sense of where you seek to be bold and brave. The full moon on 22 August sheds light on your physical health along with being seen. You become the light that others gravitate towards.

Pisces February 19 – March 20

The new moon in Leo on 8 August stimulates new ways of enjoying the more mundane areas of your life, such as work and your daily routine. The full moon on 22 August helps shine a light in your soul sector, enabling you to see what may have been hidden from your awareness while providing a calming influence. Jupiter also in your soul sector helps inspire new ways of connecting to your subconscious.

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This month your career sector has Jupiter’s benefic influence helping to expand plans or opportunities in your career sector. A new moon in your home sector on 8 August brings out the warmer and braver side of you. By the full moon on 22 August your newfound pride is on display helping bring warmth to your normally grounded nature.

Gemini May 21 – June 21

Mercury and Mars bring motivation and a keen eye to your home sector. Inspired and with sharper vision, anything to do with house, home, family or ancestors has strength in communication, analysis, assessments or evaluation. Whether it be some home maintance or a reconnection to your family history.

Cancer June 21 – July 22

Jupiter returns to your financial sector making it the focus of the month, finishing off or completing what was started late 2020, helping to solidify changes for the decade ahead. Mars and Mercury provides a keen eye in your local surroundings or schedules, helping to fine tune and maximise your time and efficiency, streamlining your daily schedule.

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Lima Mañu

Maggie Choo

07 Benny D Williams

The Deck Creekside

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Yasmina Despot

The Loose Moose

07 Bill Jacobi Sheoak

Shack Gallery Cafe

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Zac Hubbard

Hotel Brunswick

07 Maddy Breen

Bine Bar & Dining

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Fat Albert

The Coolangatta Hotel

08 Kevin & Nuz (Koi Boys)

Koi

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Kent Dustin

Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood

08 Lima Mañu

Maggie Choo

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Karuah

Currumbin RSL

08 EPIC

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Kevin & Nuz (Koi Boys)

Koi

08 The Bennies

Mo’s Desert Clubhouse

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Floorburners

Precinct Brewing

08 Brett Gannon

Bine Bar & Dining

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Luke Morris

Currumbin RSL

08 Mono

Currumbin RSL

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Kate Mckay

Bine Bar & Dining

08 Nick Waters

Precinct Brewing

02 Nick Waters

Bine Bar & Dining

08 Matthew Armitage

Burleigh Brewing Co

04 Benny O’Dwyer

Bine Bar & Dining

08 Naomi Connell

Currumbin RSL

05 Yasmina Despot

Roosevelt Lounge

08 Naomi Connell

Currumbin RSL

05 Kate Mckay

Bine Bar & Dining

08 Yasmina Despot

The Loose Moose

06 Rick Barron

The Coolangatta Hotel

09 Carly & Roo

Bine Bar & Dining

06 Sarah Grant

Hotel Brunswick

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Maddy Breen

Bine Bar & Dining

06 Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

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Yasmina Despot

Roosevelt Lounge

06 Rapture

Southport Sharks

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Nick Waters

Bine Bar & Dining

06 Luke Yeaman

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

13

Jake Hobbs

Bine Bar & Dining

06 Nebula

Vinnies Dive Bar

13

Luke Pauley

Currumbin RSL

06 Matt Musella

Bine Bar & Dining

13

Scott Day-Vee

Hotel Brunswick

06 Strictly Acoustic

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Kent Dustin

4 Pines Coolangatta

06 LBX Duo

Currumbin RSL

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Rob Rhodes

The Coolangatta Hotel

06 Kent Dustin

North Burleigh SLSC

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Phoenix Rising

Southport Sharks

06 Humblét

Eddie’s Grub House

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Naomi Connell

The Crafty Cow

06 Naomi Connell

JW Marriott

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Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

06 Brett Gannon

Precinct Brewing

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Custard

Miami Marketta

06 Emily Brieger

Currumbin RSL

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Benno & Kesh

Currumbin RSL

07 Mark Bono

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Blue Bone

Eddie’s Grub House

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Zak Keenan

Precinct Brewing

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Greer Sullivan

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

07 Naomi Connell

Dune Cafe

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Zak Keenan

Precinct Brewing

07 Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

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AGENT 77 The

Coolangatta Hotel

07 Benny D Williams

Currumbin RSL

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Zak Keenan

Bine Bar & Dining

07 Greer Sullivan

Currumbin RSL

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Dance On

Southport Sharks

07 Harry Nicols

Hotel Brunswick

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Sky Eater

Hotel Brunswick

07 Alter Egos

The Coolangatta Hotel

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South Wall

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

07 Naomi Connell

Dune Cafe

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50 LgE

Vinnies Dive Bar

07 Ondre Davis

Burleigh Brewing Co

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Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

07 Nudge Nudge Wink Wink The Billinudgel Hotel

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Tahlia Matheson

Currumbin RSL

07 Hammer & Thongs

Currumbin RSL

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Ben Amor

Currumbin RSL

07 Made in the 80’s

Southport Sharks

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Blakboi - Tom Avery

Burleigh Brewing Co

07 Kit Bray Kingscliff

Beach Hotel

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Dear Doonan

Miami Marketta

07 Steven Michael

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Gregg Peterson

Precinct Brewing

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Bronte Eve

Pioneer Country

22 Lima Mañu

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Steven Michael

Currumbin RSL

22 Kent Dustin North

Burleigh SLSC

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Reverse

The Coolangatta Hotel

22 Nicholas Hamilton

Burleigh Brewing Co

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Michelle Rau

The Coolangatta Hotel

22 Greer Sullivan

Precinct Brewing

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Kate Mckay

Bine Bar & Dining

22 Matt Musella

Bine Bar & Dining

15

Kent Dustin

The Henchman

22 The Smashed Crabs

The Coolangatta Hotel

15

James D’Khan

Currumbin RSL

23 Nick Waters

Bine Bar & Dining

15

Kent Dustin Choofas

Smokehouse & Seafood

25 Greer Sullivan

Bine Bar & Dining

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Yasmina Despot

The Loose Moose

26 Maddy Breen

Bine Bar & Dining

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Lima Mañu

Maggie Choo

26 Yasmina Despot

Roosevelt Lounge

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Living In The 70s

The Coolangatta Hotel

26 Drapht

Miami Marketta

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Matt Musella

Precinct Brewing

27 Justin Jones

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Matt Collins

Currumbin RSL

27 Nick Waters

Precinct Brewing

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Kevin & Nuz (Koi Boys)

Koi

27 Jason Delphin

Eddie’s Grub House

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Zak Keenan

Bine Bar & Dining

27 The Good Band

Miami Marketta

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Budjerah

Miami Marketta

27 Ben Whiting

Hotel Brunswick

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Benny O’Dwyer

Bine Bar & Dining

27 Kent Dustin

4 Pines Coolangatta

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Yasmina Despot

Roosevelt Lounge

27 Clowns

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Greer Sullivan

Maggie Choo

Bine Bar & Dining

27 Rush Hour Band

Southport Sharks

20 Tim Stokes

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

27 Kate Mckay

Bine Bar & Dining

20 Zac Hubbard

Currumbin RSL

27 Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

20 Alex James Bowen

Miami Marketta

27 The Hitmen

Currumbin RSL

20 Kate Mckay

Precinct Brewing

27 Megan Core

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

20 The Honey Sliders

Soundlounge

28 Zak Keenan

Precinct Brewing

20 Andy Jans-Brown & Cozmic

Hotel Brunswick

28 The Jacks Band

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

20 No Right Turn

The Coolangatta Hotel

28 Jethro Andrews

The Coolangatta Hotel

20 Runes Band

Southport Sharks

28 Josh Hamilton

Hotel Brunswick

20 Brett Gannon

Bine Bar & Dining

20 Killer Queen Experience (Tribute)

The Coolangatta Hotel

20 Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

20 Brad Johns

The Coolangatta Hotel

20 Stephen Lovelight

Eddie’s Grub House

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Disco Disciples

The Coolangatta Hotel

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Dani Teveluwe

Currumbin RSL

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Rick Barron

Burleigh Brewing Co

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Kate Mckay

Bine Bar & Dining

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Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

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Brett Gannon

Precinct Brewing

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EPIC

Southport Sharks

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CURIOUS - Sharks Lloyd

Soundlounge

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GinBuggs

Hotel Brunswick

22 Felicity Kircher

Currumbin RSL

22 Kevin & Nuz (Koi Boys)

Koi

22 Kent Dustin

The Henchman

22 Amy Elise

Currumbin RSL

22 Yasmina Despot

The Loose Moose

28 Matt Musella

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28 Cal Creelman

Currumbin RSL

28 Lily Budiasa

Burleigh Brewing Co

28 Brooke Supple

Currumbin RSL

28 VULGAR DISPLAY OF 90’S

The Coolangatta Hotel

28 Radio City

Southport Sharks

28 Zak Keenan

Bine Bar & Dining

28 Ryan Livings

Roosevelt Lounge

29 Kent Dustin

Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood

29 Lima Mañu

Maggie Choo

29 Jock Barnes

Currumbin RSL

29 Phil & Tilley

Currumbin RSL

29 Kevin & Nuz (Koi Boys)

Koi

29 Kent Dustin

Bine Bar & Dining

29 Bourbon Street

The Coolangatta Hotel

29 Alby Damn

Burleigh Brewing Co

29 Yasmina Despot

The Loose Moose

30 Jake Hobbs

Bine Bar & Dining

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Currumbin RSL

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