Jetstar February 2017 Magazine

jetstar MAGAZINE

FEBRUARY 2017

WEDDING BELLES The best destinations to tie the knot

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TRAVEL & VINE

Top wine regions to add to your travel hit list

PERTH AT PLAY

What’s not to love about summer in Perth?

DIM SUM I PORT DOUGLAS I QUEENSTOWN I FOOD COURTS

Culture capital ADELAIDE MAKES ITS MARK AS MORE THAN JUST A FESTIVAL CITY

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contents FEBRUARY 2017

EXPERIENCE

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8 I WHAT’S ON

54 I CARAVANS

10 I NEWS

We celebrate summer on the coast in a ’van

14 I MY PLACE Tyler Wright loves the beach

18 I THE SHORTLIST

62 I DESTINATION OF THE MONTH Why Adelaide is having its moment in the sun

Australia’s best pizza

7O I MOUNTAIN HIGH

20 I HOW-TO

The joys of autumn in Queenstown

The fine art of eating sushi

23 I IMBIBE Mylk not milk

24 I FOOD ICON The delights of dim sum

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EXPLORE

27 I BITE-SIZE CITY GUIDE

78 I FABULOUS FOOD COURTS Sydney’s fast food offerings have come of age

84 I TIE THE KNOT

Perfect Port Douglas

Fabulous wedding and honeymoon destinations

31 I BEAUTY ON THE FLY

96 I PERFECTLY PERTH

The natural bride

32 I STYLE Cool wedding gifts

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It’s an endless summer in Western Australia

136 I BACKPAGE Tales from row 57

37 I SUITS YOU How to rock that speech

38 I HEALTH Tap it out

40 I RECIPE

Wine guide

Flip the magazine for our guide to Australian and New Zealand wine regions

Adam Liaw’s Singapore satay

ESSENTIALS

42 I GET THE LOOK

112 I Jetstar news

Time for a pool party

47 I SPA & WELLNESS Chilled-out in Hawaii

122 I Games and puzzles

50 I WORK AND PLAY

129 I Entertainment

The entrepreneurs inspired by their travels

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118 I Where we fly

guide

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EXPECT

B R IL L IA N CE 16 – 19 FEBRUARY 2017 THE ROYAL ADELAIDE GOLF CLUB WOMENSAUSOPEN.COM

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Welcome I GROUP CEO

Welcome on board EDITORIAL For all editorial enquiries, please email Jetstar@hardiegrant.com.au Account director Christine Dixon Managing editor, Jetstar Ingrid Nason Editor Justine Costigan Assistant editor Krysia Bonkowski Subeditor Leanne Tolra Art director Robert Bertagni Designer Natalie LaChina Picture editor Janet Gomes

ADVERTISING Sales Director Michele Carlon +61 3 8520 6444 or email michelecarlon@hardiegrant.com.au

HARDIE GRANT MEDIA Managing Director Fiona Hardie

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it’s never been easier...to take a break

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or many, this is the time of year to wind down and take a break. For Jetstar, our busiest time starts when your holidays begin.

Over the past two months, we’ve carried more than three million customers to around 80 destinations across our everexpanding network.

We’ve reunited families for Christmas, taken travellers on long-awaited holidays, carried thousands across Asia to celebrate Chinese New Year, and flown sports fans around Australia to enjoy the summer of cricket.

A record number of flights have operated to holiday destinations, with additional services to Bali, Thailand, Hawaii, Malaysia, Myanmar and Australian coastal hotspots.

In part thanks to our low fares, it’s never been easier for families and travellers to take a break.

If you are travelling from Australia today, perhaps you booked your flight courtesy of one of our new gift cards.

In recent months, more than 10,000 gift cards have been purchased to give a loved one the ‘gift of travel’. And it hasn’t taken long for people to make the most of redeeming them.

With more than 22 million flights offered for under $100 last year, a Jetstar gift card can go a long way.

With this in mind, each and every Jetstar employee has also been getting into the ‘gift of giving’. To celebrate the holiday season, 5000 Jetstar team members have each given away a $50 voucher to a passenger they felt was especially deserving. And we’ve heard some extraordinarily heart-warming stories at Jetstar about the impact our $50 travel vouchers have made.

Are you one of those lucky 5000 people? If so, thank you for making our holiday season special.

I hope you enjoy your flight with us today and we look forward to having you on board throughout 2017.

Jayne Hrdlicka Jetstar Group CEO

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South coast sojourn

A couple take a walk at pristine Hare Bay in NSW’s Shoalhaven. Discover surfer Tyler Wright’s favourite spots in the region on page 14.

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Experience I WHAT’S ON

Look out for the spectacular Dragon Fruit flower

February Add these fun and fascinating things happening across the Jetstar network to your bucket list this month

White Night 18 February Melbourne, Victoria

For one night only, from 7pm to 7am, Melbourne’s CBD is transformed into a spectacle of lights, art, culture, music and dance, mixing the real and the surreal from dusk until dawn.

Festivale

10-12 February Launceston, Tasmania It started as a community street party back in 1988 and has evolved into one of Tasmania’s favourite summer events. Held in leafy City Park, Festivale provides a taste of Tasmania’s famous produce, wine and craft beer, along with free all-ages entertainment. festivale.com.au

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Chinchilla Melon festival

Auckland Lantern Festival

New Zealand Fringe Festival

Bombing of Darwin Day

Auckland Domain lights up in honour of Lunar New Year. The free celebration of Chinese culture features more than 800 handmade lanterns, street food stalls, markets and live performances of traditional music, dance and martial arts. aucklandnz.com/lantern

Wellington’s annual Fringe challenges attendees to encounter art in new ways.

Featuring more than 1000 artists, the program promises live music, parties, comedy, dance, performance art and much more around Wellington. fringe.co.nz

The 1942 bombing of Darwin

by Japan remains the largest single attack on Australian soil.

The 75th anniversary will be marked by two commemoration services, and coincides with an immersive exhibit on the attack at the RFDS Tourist Facility. frontlineaustralia.com.au

9-12 February Auckland, New Zealand

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10 February to 4 March Wellington, New Zealand

19-20 February Darwin, Northern Territory

The small town of Chinchilla produces a quarter of Australia’s melons; a fact it celebrates biannually with the world’s largest melon festival.

Melon-related activities include melon skiing, pipspitting and the Melon Ironman. melonfest.com.au

PHOTOGRAPHY VISIONS OF VICTORIA, JAMES LANDER, STEVEN YEE

16-19 February Chinchilla, Queensland

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Experience I WHAT’S ON

JAPAN

It’s a great month to…

Valentine’s Day in Japan 14 February

In Japan, Valentine gifts, usually chocolate, are given exclusively from women to men – giri-choko or ‘obligation chocolates’ for aquantainces, and handmade or pricey honmei chocolate for paramours. The men reciprocate on ‘White Day’ on 14 March.

KICK OFF Adelaide’s Mad March with the start of the Fringe Festival. See our guide to the South Australian capital on page 62 for what to see and do while you’re there.

Surfest

20-26 February Newcastle, New South Wales Surfest burst out of the gates in 1986 as the world’s richest professional surfing competition, and remains Australia’s largest.

The world’s top surfers will ride for top spot in the women and men’s World Surf League events. surfest.com

Perth International Arts Festival 10 February to 5 March Perth, Western Australia

The Perth International Arts Festival (PIAF) attracts international entertainers from as far as the Amazon and Syria for an exciting array of art, music, dance, theatre and film. perthfestival.com.au

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Brisbane Street Arts Festival 11-26 February Brisbane, Queensland

After the success of the inaugural event last year, Brisbane Street Arts Festival will take art to the streets of Brisbane again this summer, turning the city into a giant canvas with live mural art, music, workshops, light shows and exhibitions.

ready to hit the books and make new friends if you are one of the many university students returning to study or starting a new degree.

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FLIP the magazine and consult our special wine guide for tips on how to make the most of the upcoming harvest season.

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Mardi Gras

17 February to 5 March Sydney, New South Wales

From the first brave marchers of 1978, Sydney’s Mardi Gras has grown into an iconic Australian event. Don’t miss My People | My Tribe,, an exhibit honouring the vibrant LGBTQI community. mardigras.org.au

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Experience I NEWS

INTERVIEW

Q&A with John Polson WORDS JUSTINE COSTIGAN

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Thanks for choosing to fly with us today – it’s great to have you on board.

Whether you’re heading home or away, we want to make your flight as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

We recently updated our in-flight menu to include a range of new choices for you, such as a tapas platter of cheese and olives, which you might enjoy with a glass of wine.

For many years we’ve been proud to serve wine by Kooks onboard. Every purchase of a drop from the Kooks social winery helps support inspiring initiatives and community groups making positive change.

It’s a good pour for a good cause.

If you’re a wine aficionado, turn to our special flip book feature on the worldfamous wine industries of Australia and New Zealand.

On page 62 we also take a look at Adelaide in South Australia, renowned for its own wine country and its famous Mad March festival season.

We also take a look at the East Coast with the great offerings in Sydney’s food courts on page 78, and how to make the most of a trip to Perth on the West Coast on page 96.

Whichever direction you’re heading in, enjoy your flight today.

Dean Salter, CEO Jetstar Australia and New Zealand

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It began in a small café in inner-city Sydney in 1993.

25 years on, Tropfest is now the world’s largest short film festival. We spoke with founder John Polson ahead of this month’s event.

How will this year’s festival be different?

In some ways it will be very different – it’s a different park and a different location – but I also think those differences won’t matter. It will still be Tropfest, the way it has been for 25 years.

That feeling that many people are familiar with, having come here year after year, is not something that is created by any particular venue. I think we proved that when we moved from the Tropicana Café to Rushcutters Bay to the Domain and to Centennial Park – we’ve jumped around but Tropfest itself has remained true to that feeling of excitement and encouragement of talent. It’s still a celebration of Australian filmmaking, culture and storytelling. But I’m excited about the differences – I’m excited to see who’s going to come with us and I’m excited to see the new audience we’re going to find in Parramatta.

How many entries in Tropfest will there be this year?

We generally get around 600 to 800 entries, which is pretty great

What does winning a prize or being a finalist mean for a young filmmaker?

It can mean a huge amount.

But it partly depends on how the filmmaker embraces it. I think it’s a mistake to win at Tropfest and sit back and wait for the phone to ring. But what a Tropfest win does do is it puts you on the map and opens a lot of doors. It means agents, producers and executives will return those calls. The proof is in the pudding – there has been a pretty massive amount of strong outcomes through the event over the years, and finalists and winners have gone on to make films, TV shows and commercials around Australia and the world.

Apart from Tropfest, are there any other film festivals you love?

I feel it’s almost a cliché to say it, but Sundance Film festival [in Park City, Utah, US] is a wonderful place to be. That’s a festival I feel pretty close to and I’ve been to it many times.

In some ways it’s a role model for Tropfest and it’s definitely a festival I’ve had a great time at.

Tropfest runs from 7-11 February culminating in the finalist film screenings on Saturday 11 February at Parramatta Park in Sydney. tropfest.com.au

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Jetstar has paired up with Australian skincare brand Milk & Co. to create the ultimate pamper back for international Business Class travellers.

The Milk & Co. amenities kit is available to Business Class passengers on all international flights and includes Milk & Co’s soothing Hand Quench and Lip Balm in a pocket-friendly size.

TUCK IN AT T1 This month, chef and author Mike McEnearney of Kitchen by Mike fame brings this hugely popular Rosebery café, which closed in 2015, to T1 at Sydney Airport. As well as an all-day menu of seasonal and local produce in the 90-seat café, Mike will be offering Fly By Mike carry-on tray-packs, individually packed to the customer’s choice.

Arrive refreshed

Find Kitchen By Mike at Sydney Airport T1 International, Pier B between Gates 10-24. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner: 6.00am – 10.00pm

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Bucket list A stay at MajorDomo’s new Mahu Whenua Ridgeline Homestead & Eco Sanctuary near Wanaka, New Zealand, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With views of Lake Wanaka and 55,000 hectares to explore, it’s a luxury experience you won’t forget in a hurry. mahuwhenua.co.nz

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Your dog will leave the house in fine style with this cute matching collar and bow tie set.

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WATER WONDERS The Aquarium of Western Australia’s (AQWA) new Adventure Bay outdoor activity centre brings a new dimension to AQWA’s range of marine life experiences. The recently opened outdoor aquarium overlooking Hillary’s Boat Harbour in Perth offers viewing platforms and panels, and is home to AQWA’s new dive and snorkel programs as well as performances every Monday by the Perth Mermaids (until April only). For more great Perth holiday ideas, see page 96. aqwa.com.au

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Hailing from Japan, using acclaimed Hokkaido cheese, these creamy tarts have a cult following throughout Asia.

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Don’t leave your furry friends behind when you travel. Pets on Holiday details the best petfriendly holiday options all over Australia, from accommodation to cafés and restaurants and things to do, so everyone can enjoy their break together.

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Experience I MY PLACE

BACK TO THE BEACH WORLD SURF LEAGUE CHAMPION TYLER WRIGHT LOVES COMING HOME TO THE SOUTH COAST OF NEW SOUTH WALES WORDS JUSTINE COSTIGAN

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rom winning the Layne Beachley Classic at just 14 to becoming world champion at 22, Tyler Wright’s skill with a surfboard has seen her compete around the world. But when it comes to her favourite place, there’s nowhere quite like Culburra Beach, the sleepy seaside town where she was born and raised.

Part of the Shoalhaven region, a string of coastal villages and lush hinterland 200km south of Sydney, Culburra Beach may be the place where acclaimed photographer Max Dupain shot his iconic ‘Sunbaker’ photograph, but for Tyler it will always be home.

With dozens of beaches to choose from, including the white sands of Jervis Bay and Currarong’s curved beach and reef, the pristine Shoalhaven beats all the beaches Tyler has surfed. “Because I travel so much I have a real appreciation for it,” says Tyler. “It will always feel like home.”

For a guide to surfing in the Shoalhaven visit shoalhaven. com.au/surf.

See Tyler Wright compete at the Australian Open of Surfing, 25 February to 5 March, Manly Beach, Sydney

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Experience I MY PLACE Honeysuckle Bay. INSET: Surf lessons on the beach with the Pam Burridge Surf School. BELOW: Take a stroll around picturesque Berry.

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ABRAHAMS BOSOM RESERVE Currarong There’s a walk near Abrahams that’s my special secret spot.

It’s my favourite place in the world, to be honest. Head over the bridge and past the beaches to the walking tracks and keep going. You may need a local to show you the way, but it’s completely untouched and so beautiful.

CURRARONG BOWLING AND RECREATION CLUB 16 Currarong Rd, Currarong currarongbowlingclub. com.au I love to head to a local pub or RSL. The Currarong Bowling Club is where all the young people like to go and it played a big role in my life when I was a teenager. It still has a really nice small town feeling.

WILD GINGER 42 Owen Street, Huskisson wild-ginger.com.au Located near the entrance to the river mouth, Wild Ginger serves up delicious Thai food.

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PAM BURRIDGE SURF SCHOOL

It’s not fancy but incredibly good. I’ve had some great family nights there.

HAYDEN’S PIES 2/166 Princes Hwy, Ulladulla Just up the road from the Rip Curl store, Hayden’s has some of the best pies I’ve ever eaten.

The plain and potato pies are always a hit, but my favourite would be the butter chicken.

BEACHES The Shoalhaven has some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen. So when I’m back home, heading to Jervis Bay and hanging at the beach with friends and my five puppies – one Boodle and four Labradoodles – is my favourite thing to do.

BUSTED SURF CO. 156A Prince Edward Ave, Culburra Beach bustedsurfco.com My favourite surf shop in Culburra is Busted Surf Co., right in town. In Ulladulla it’s the Rip Curl store and I always drop into Ocean & Earth when I’m in Sussex Inlet.

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Keep up-to-date with Tyler on Instagram!

45 Donlan Rd, Mollymook Beach pamburridge.com There are surf schools up and down the surf coast but Pam’s school is one of the best, run by really good people. She was one of the first Australian professional female surfers and led the way for women to follow.

BERRY berry.org.au Berry is a lovely town filled with heritage buildings that’s perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. The town has antique stores, bookshops and boutiques for browsing, and the food is amazing.

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We’ve broken down our favourite places for a top-quality slice this National Pizza Day (February 9th)

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Berriedale, Hobart, TAS localpizzatas.com.au If you’re all about “dat base” you can’t go past Local Pizza.

Made with imported Italian flour, the thin, crisp, handstretched bases are famous among the locals who crowd the long communal tables.

The tongue-in-cheek names are also worth a mention, such as the Spud Lyf (potato, bacon bits and local cheddar), Wild Thing (pork and fennel sausage with gorgonzola), or Purple Reign (tallegio, cherry tomatoes and radicchio).

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Around Sydney, NSW happyaslarrysydney.com.au With speakers blaring and neon lights flashing, Happy As Larry brings the party with the pizza. The food truck and pop-up pizzeria serves classic Napoletana pizza with light, fluffy dough, top-quality

toppings and San Marzano tomatoes direct from Italy.

3. 400 GRADI East Brunswick, Essendon, Ringwood, Melbourne, VIC 400gradi.com.au In the quest to find a truly authentic slice, you’ll inevitably get pointed toward 400 Gradi. Chef and owner Johnny Di Francesco is the first Australian trained in Naples to Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana standards, and made Melbourne culinary history when 400 Gradi’s thincrust, mouth-watering margherita won him Master of Margherita at the World Pizza Championship in 2014.

4. THEO AND CO PIZZERIA East Vic Park and Leederville, Perth, WA theoandcopizzeria.com.au This pizzeria is the baby of

chef Theo Kalogeracos, a man with a serious passion for pizza.

His hand-kneaded dough and inventive toppings made with prime local ingredients have attracted a cult following. Order one of the indulgent dessert pizzas (toffee apple perhaps?) in all their ooey-gooey goodness for sticky fingers and a sugar high in no time.

5. CUCINA SOTTO LE STELLE Nightcliff, Darwin, NT Find them on Facebook The Seabreeze Carpark becomes an open-air Italian trattoria every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night when Darwin’s ‘Pizza Man’ Benjamin Matthews fires up his mobile wood-fired pizza oven. With communal tables on the grass and an Esky for BYO drinks, it’s the ideal Top End setting for traditional thin-crust pizzas and fresh pasta under the open sky.

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aybe it’s slightly scarier to eat spaghetti Napoli while wearing a white shirt on a first date, but to many Australians few foods are as nerve-wracking as sushi. Understandably: not only does the raw fish on lightly vinegared rice typify the elegance of Japanese cuisine, it has also become a cultural conduit for centuries of history, governed by the kind of arcane ritual that could put the Illuminati in the shade. But fear not, good people. Before you take your seat at the sushi bar, here are some rules to help you enjoy the experience without creating an international incident.

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1. Hello sushi The origins of sushi can be traced back to the 8th century as a way of preserving fish in fermented rice. Later, people started eating the rice as well as the fish. The Edo sushi served in contemporary restaurants dates from the 1820s and began as street food.

Don’t be intimidated next time you take a seat at a hallowed, stage-lit sushi counter. Repeat this calming mantra to yourself: street food, street food, street food.

2. Getting started It can be hard when sitting in front of a sushi master to know what to order, so give the chef a thrill and try asking for recommendations (osusume)

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or for a meal based entirely on chef’s choice (omakase).

Before the meal starts there will probably be tea and a wet towel (oshibori) to clean your hands, and miso soup, which should be drunk directly from the bowl.

3. Hands across the ocean So is it okay to eat sushi with your hands? The answer, is yes – and with nigiri sushi (handshaped sushi) it’s preferable to using chopsticks. Sashimi – fish minus the rice – should only be tackled with chopsticks.

It’s impolite to rub disposable wooden chopsticks together as it implies they are cheap and have splinters. And make sure you use the chopstick rest (hashioki) rather than leaving them on your plate.

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“Arigatou” 4. Steady on the soy It’s Japanese, so you put soy sauce on it, right? Noooo.

Soy sauce can be the enemy of good sushi, which means soaking the sushi in soy is a sign of disrespect. If adding soy you must dip lightly, fish-side down. The rice should never come into contact with the soy as it will fall apart.

Make sure you put the fish side onto your tongue.

5. The wasabi way In better sushi restaurants, a delicate amount of wasabi will have been dabbed onto the nigiri sushi by the chef (and incidentally, that “wasabi” in plastic packets is not real wasabi but typically a mix of horseradish, mustard and

food colouring). If wasabi is provided, go for it, but keep it understated. It’s not a fireeating competition.

6. One bite or two?

Contrary to popular belief, it is acceptable to eat a larger piece of sushi in two bites instead of one (let’s face it: no one wants to see a diner choking at the sushi counter). The caveat is that the half-eaten sushi should not be put back on the plate – keep it in your fingers or on your chopsticks until it’s finished.

7. Say it in style Arigatou means thank you, but gochisosama deshita is a more refined way of saying “thank you for the feast”.

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DAIRY ALTERNATIVES ARE GOING MAINSTREAM AS CAFÉS, BARS AND HEALTH STORES EMBRACE A PLANTBASED PHILOSOPHY WORDS SARAH GAMBONI

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JUST A FEW years ago, the lactose intolerant were left with some pretty stark choices: think long-life soy and watery rice milks. Today, plant-based “mylks” have hit the mainstream and creamy nut, coconut and oat milks are available in neighbourhood cafés and supermarkets.

Green scene At Melbourne café Matcha Mylkbar, dairy-free delights include superfood lattes and smoothie bowls made with almond or coconut milk.

“Our philosophy is heavily influenced by the Blue Zones – the five areas in the world where people live measurably longer than anywhere else,” says co-founder Sarah Holloway. These virtuous destinations include Okinawa in Japan, Nicoya in Costa Rica and the

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Italian island of Sardinia.

“One factor they have in common is a largely plant-based diet, so we decided to avoid all animal products on our menu.

“Almond and coconut are our favourites – I personally love coconut because it’s so creamy and full-bodied,” says Sarah. “For our specialty lattes, we choose different milks depending on the ingredients. For example, our turmeric lattes use coconut milk but our matcha latte uses almond milk.”

Read the label Some plant-based mylks get a bad rap for having too much added sugar and not enough calcium, so it pays to read the label.

MasterChef alumni Linda Monique launched Almo Milk in 2014 when she tired of the watered-down imported options on offer.

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TRY IT HERE MATCHA MYLKBAR St Kilda, Victoria Try the Beachside Bowl with matcha, coconut, avocado, spinach, strawberry, banana, lime and coconut milk.

BSKT Mermaid Beach, Queensland Order a Taylor Swift smoothie with Himalayan salted-caramel protein, coconut ice cream and caramelised coconut syrup.

MONDAYS WHOLEFOODS Auckland, New Zealand Indulge in a Mondays Martini of vodka, coffee, Licor 43, coconut cream and cashew milk.

Australian-grown almond milk available and many of the milks from the US contained added nasties such as carrageenan and sweeteners,” says Linda.

“We wanted to make a premium almond milk with more nuts and fewer additives and it had to work well in coffees.”

A favourite with baristas across Australia and New Zealand, Almo Milk creates a creamy, luscious froth, with a calcium content that’s comparable to cow’s milk.

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This famed Chinese

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cuisine is as iconic as the city’s little red taxis and its antique doubledecker trams – you can’t visit Hong Kong without getting on board one of those.

Australians refer to dim sum as yum cha, which translates as “drink tea” and harks back to a time when travellers on the Silk Road would rest

roadside while sipping tea. At some point physicians indicated that tea aided digestion, and small food offerings cooked in bamboo steamers became part of the deal.

The Cantonese of southern China took the tradition a step further, shifting the emphasis from drinking to eating.

While dim sum touches people’s hearts all over China, Canton is still credited with having the best in the country

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They introduced sweet and savoury ingredients, and used steaming and deep-frying to perfect the popular little dishes we love today – crispy spring rolls (chuen guen), steamed open-topped dumplings (siu mai), roast pork buns (char siu bao), prawn dumplings (har gao), rice noodle rolls (cheong fan); the list goes on. The heart-warming ritual of sharing the dishes around the table with friends and family earned it the name dim sum, which translates as “to touch your heart”.

While dim sum touches people’s hearts all over China, Canton is still credited with having the best in the country. And Hong Kong’s status as a world city has given it that edge – you can buy dim sum for breakfast, as is tradition, and then eat it again for dinner, any day of the week. There are endless variations on

Try it here DIM DIM SUM 7 Tin Lok Lane, Wan Chai dimdimsum.hk A neon-signed casual café favoured by students and Times Square shoppers who can appreciate a traditional prawn dumpling or a contemporary deep-fried wasabi-filled dumpling.

DIM SUM 63 Sing Woo Rd, Happy Valley Old-school charmer with booths, ceiling fans and a picture menu featuring perfect dumplings, coriander beef balls and rice rolls with plum and sesame sauces.

MOTT32 4-4A Des Voeux Rd, Central. mott32.com A star player among the fancy set, with super-duper décor and dishes including Iberico ham-wrapped quails’ egg siu mai.

LING HEUNG TEA HOUSE 160-164 Wellington St, Central Abalone-soaked chicken feet, pork siu mai and other classics are popular at this cacophonous place filled with locals. One of Hong Kong’s oldest.

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the theme, from bustling old-school trolley eateries and ma-and-pa cafés to colonial-era style a la carte restaurants and high-end luxury venues where contemporary ingredients include gold leaf, foie gras and truffle.

One thing is certain: the cuisine is always eaten out. Dim sum’s bite-size portions and variety make it labour-intensive and unsuited to the city’s domestic kitchens. In fact, it’s considered hard work in restaurants too.

Ingredients need to be apportioned precisely and each piece needs to be exactly the same size. It’s said that if one customer has a bigger dumpling

or more shrimp, the others will complain.

Restaurants commonly have bulk dim sum made cheaply over the border in China.

The best dim sum are undoubtedly made in-house (uncovering restaurants that do this well is a Hong Kong foodie pastime). You’re looking for oil-free spring rolls, sticky rice that’s glutinous and gooey, and siu mai with perfect bouncy consistency. Siu mai is the most important for Chinese people.

According to one chef, “You get the siu mai right and your friends and customers will keep coming back.”

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PORT DOUGLAS GET TO KNOW THE TOWN WHERE MANGOS FALL FROM THE TREES AND THE RAINFOREST MEETS THE REEF WORDS PAUL BUGEJA

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SUNRISE Rise early, care of your Tropical North Queensland (TNQ) alarm clock: a symphony of birdsong, sunshine and warm, soft air.

Slip out of your hotel room and head out for a morning coffee – Sparrow Coffee Co if you’re after a takeaway (and a walk on the beach) or Four Mile Roasters, AKA Origin Espresso (on Warner Street) for the best java jolt in town.

TIP: Take a bag of houseroasted coffee beans from Origin Espresso roastery home with you.

Find Sparrow Coffee Co on Facebook fourmileroasters.com.au

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BREAKFAST With a coffee under your belt, head to The Little Larder on Macrossan Street for breakfast. Get there early for an outside table and watch as the rest of the town slowly rises from its dreamy slumber. The Onesie (one egg, oven-roasted tomato, a slice of bacon and a single slice of toast) is the ideal light breakfast.

Find The Little Larder on Facebook

For newbies to Port Douglas, a day out on the reef is a must. Sailaway, Calypso and Poseidon are some of the top-rated cruise companies offering swimming, snorkelling and diving. If staying on land is more your thing, head to Four Mile Beach and claim your private patch of paradise (there’s plenty for all). If it’s a Sunday, don’t miss the market near historic St Mary’s By The Sea chapel for fresh produce, great gifts and friendly locals.

TIP: November to March is stinger season, so only swim in the netted area at Four Mile Beach. sailawayportdouglas.com calypsoreefcruises.com poseidon-cruises.com.au pddt.com.au/things-to-do/ shopping-markets/

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DINNER The heart of every country town is its pub, and The Court House is the soul of Port Douglas.

There’s nothing urban or gentrified about this grand old beauty – and it’s the perfect place to wind down after a relaxing day with a cold drink and a hearty meal. The seafood basket will make you swoon.

TIP: Monday night is $18 parma night #ParmaHeaven. courthousehotelportdouglas. com.au

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BEDTIME AFTERNOON If you haven’t already indulged in a day trip on the reef, a sunset cruise offers an opportunity to see the beauty of the coast as the sun goes down. Jump aboard the vibrantred-sailed Shaolin, a restored Chinese junk, and take in a magnificent TNQ sunset with a Champagne, beer or soft drink in one hand and a canapé in the other as you keep your eyes peeled for turtles and dolphins. shaolinportdouglas.com.au

Finish off the perfect day with a gelato from Shakes Gelati Bar – maybe the roasted coconut, salted caramel or mango sorbet – followed by a slow walk back to your room in the still warmth of the night.

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Located opposite lush mangrove swamps, On the Inlet is a Port Douglas institution.

Order a bucket of prawns ($18, with a beer or wine thrown in). Hang around all afternoon if you’re feeling lazy and at around 5pm you might get a glimpse of George the 250kg groper as the café’s staff try to entice him up from the depths. Or drop by Whileaway Bookshop & Café where you can grab a coffee, a light bite and pick up some holiday reading. ontheinlet.com.au Find Whileaway Bookshop & Café on Facebook

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Six months • Prep your body from the inside out. Drink liquid chlorophyll in your water daily (at least eight glasses) to cleanse your gut and consequently your skin.

• Begin dry body brushing every day and double its benefits with a body scrub twice weekly.

• Start having regular, professional facials and have a skincare routine prescribed for home.

• Visit your hairdresser to discuss the colour, cut and style you want on your big day.

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• Ditto for make-up. Begin experimenting with foundation, eye and cheek hues, waterproof mascaras and lip colour.

Three months • Try weekly glycolic acid peels to purge any dead skin cells and debris.

• Embrace a vitamin C serum for a daily dose of glow-inducing vitamins.

• Add a weekly purifying mask at home.

One month • Start trialling your tan.

You might want to test several before you select the shade that suits you.

One week • Go for your final colour and cut, and confirm the hair appointment for your big day.

Two days before • Have your tinting and waxing done. This gives everything a chance to

settle down if you plan to fake tan.

• Have a manicure and pedicure, with a longwearing application that will last through your honeymoon.

The night before • Have your final fake tan.

• Once the tan develops, give yourself an at-home facial. Use a richer moisturiser to give skin a hydration boost, and drink lots of water.

• Go to bed early.

On the day • In the morning, do your normal skin routine, but use your richer moisturiser for dewy skin beneath all the primer and make-up.

• Apply body oil well before getting dressed, so your skin is hydrated, but you won’t get oil on your dress.

• Be pampered within an inch of your life!

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A KILLER SPEECH Charge your glasses for the best man on the job

Three top speech tips

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THE IDEA of delivering a speech strikes fear into the hearts of many a brave man. Fortunately, there is some great advice out there. Tony Wilson, author, public speaker and founder of speech-sharing platform speakola.com, says nailing a best-man speech is all about the balance between entertaining the crowd and being respectful of the role.

“You want to be funny… but you’re not just trying to get laughs from the mistakes that your old mate has made; you’ve also got to say what he means to you.”

Tony’s tried-andtested best-man speech template goes like this: start with a nervesteadying joke about your location; follow with a humorous how-we-met story about the groom; poke fun at the groom’s foibles using detailed anecdotes; relate how the groom first described his bride to be and flatter her; finally, make your congratulations and you’re done.

There are many different types of speeches, of course.

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Don’t let fear strike!

The idea of delivering a speech strikes fear into the hearts of many a brave man

opportunities to delve a little deeper into issues, such as the cycle of life and death.

Corporate speeches, on the other hand, are all about retaining audience interest. Tony’s tip is to use a few well-chosen

1. Beware too much Dutch courage. Depending on your constitution, one or two standard alcoholic drinks before you speak can be a useful nerve-calmer.

Drink anymore and expect to wobble, slur and forget material.

2. Don’t do political jokes.

Unless you’re speaking at a political rally, steer clear of this stuff. Weddings particularly bring diverse groups of people together so avoid putting your mate’s new father-in-law offside with an ill-timed political quip.

3. Print out your speech in 16-point type. It’s fine to read a speech but even better if you can memorise it and focus on making eye contact. Having the words in front of you in large font means you can fall back on the text to nail specific lines.

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images as audio visual aids rather than textheavy presentation slides. “As soon as there are more than 10 words on a slide, you’re done.”

For more tips see @speakola_ on Twitter and Facebook.

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FUN ON TAP A traditional dance style gets a modern-day cardio boost.

Erika Mudie straps on her tap shoes to give it a try

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Tap it out

Try it here TAPFIT In various locations around Melbourne with a new style almost every week, including parents and kids’ classes. Register online, $18 casual or $90 for a six-class pass. tapfitmelb.com.au

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The experience was light-hearted yet motivating and when I get home, I scan my calendar for the next time I can make a class

Classes combine ballet with Pilates in a trendy Sydney CBD Pilates studio. Expect a mix of stretching, isometric exercises and intense interval workouts. $25 per class, multi-class packages available. thebarrestudio.com.au

BEY DANCE all of this with hand styling that makes us feel like flamenco dancers.

During the strength section, Lisa becomes a drill sergeant as she barks at us to hold our cores tight while swivelling down to squats on

tiptoes. I’m not the only one that’s a sweaty mess at the end.

The experience was light-hearted yet motivating and when I get home, I scan my calendar for the next time I can make a class.

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“HAVE YOU DANCED before?” asks Lisa Koba, the instructor of this Tuesday evening class.

“Yeah, I’ve been doing salsa for about 10 years and dabbled in a bit of samba,” I say. Tonight, Lisa is running a Latinstyle TAPfit class.

A combination of cardio and dance, TAPfit promises a workout for the body and mind as your feet follow what your brain sees.

Lisa brought the style to Melbourne after discovering it through social media.

The classes are held in studios around suburban Melbourne.

Mine is in a cute cafécum-dance studio that I’m told is owned by a former Dancing With the Stars winner.

Women of all ages take their place around me, pull the provided tap covers over their runners and chat happily before Lisa starts the class.

The music that comes out over the speakers is a peppy, hybridised Latin that’s perfect for Zumba and, evidently, TAPfit.

After the warm-up, we jump right into the cardio. I mean that literally – there’s a lot of jumping among the shuffles and brush steps we are instructed to perform. We co-ordinate

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STICKS ADAM LIAW HEADS TO SINGAPORE FOR SOME SATAY INSPIRATION WORDS JUSTINE COSTIGAN

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hen Adam Liaw makes satay, it’s always a special occasion. And not just because these spiceinfused morsels of grilled meat are delicious, but because satay isn’t a dish you make for just one or two people. “I slice up and marinate all the meat and when I have enough agreeable family members to help, we make 200-300 satay in one go. It’s easy to do when you get a rhythm going,” says Adam.

There’s a few tricks to getting this deceptively simple recipe right.

“Don’t use meat that’s too lean or cut the meat too small,” says Adam. “And the meat needs to have a good flavour, it’s not just about the sauce.”

Adam’s favourite satay recipe (see right) is just one of many traditional Singaporean recipes featured on Destination Flavour Singapore, the latest instalment in the successful TV series exploring world cuisines.

Singapore has always had a special connection for Adam. Born in Malaysia to an English Singaporean mother and a Hainanese Chinese father, Singaporean food is “what I grew up eating” says the lawyer, MasterChef winner, TV presenter and cookbook author.

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INGREDIENTS MAKES 50 SKEWERS

Satay Daging (Beef satay) history. My story is also the story of Singapore – told in food.”

As part of the TV series, Adam explored the city’s food culture, from Hawker stalls to home cooking and five-star dining.

Research included eating some of his alltime favourite dishes.

“There are a couple of dishes I have to eat when in Singapore, but I like to try new places to eat them,” he says. Among his favourites include Singapore’s national dish, Hainanese chicken rice, and Peranakan kuih (sweet snacks).

“Singaporean food is the sum of its parts – Chinese, Indian, Malay, the British colonial influence. It’s one of the world’s most exciting cuisines and no other city brings together so many influences. It punches well above its weight,” he says.

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METHOD Place the meat in the refrigerator or freezer for 1 hour – this will make it easier to slice. Using a large, sharp knife, thinly slice the meat against the grain, then again into 5cm long pieces.

To make the marinade, place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, add the beef, and stir to combine well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight, if time permits.

Meanwhile, to make the peanut sauce, place the chillies, onions, garlic, lemongrass, belacan, coriander and cumin in a blender and process until smooth. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and fry the paste, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes until very fragrant.

Add the peanuts and coconut cream and bring to a simmer.

Combine the tamarind pulp and hot water until smooth, then add to the sauce with the sugar and salt and simmer for another 5-10 minutes or until the sauce starts to form an oily gloss on the surface. Re-heat gently just before serving.

Soak the bamboo skewers in cold water for at least 1 hour before skewering. Thread one slice of beef onto each skewer, weaving it onto the skewer 2-3 times to hold it in place. You only want the meat to come about one-third of the way down the skewer. Use your hands to mold the skewer into a nice, firm shape.

• 1kg beef topside • 50 small bamboo skewers • 125ml (½ cup) peanut oil, for brushing • Cucumber and red onion pieces, to serve

MARINADE • 1 medium brown onion, coarsely chopped • 1 tsp ground fennel • 1 tsp ground turmeric • 4 tbsp sugar • 2 tbsp ground coriander • 1 tbsp ground cumin • 3 stalks lemongrass, tender inner core only, finely sliced • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce • 4 tbsp peanut oil

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PEANUT SAUCE • 10 large dried chillies, de-seeded and soaked in hot water for 20 minutes • 2 medium brown onions, sliced • 4 garlic cloves, peeled • 2 stalks lemongrass, tender inner core only, finely sliced • 1 tbsp belacan (shrimp paste) • 1 tsp ground coriander • 1 tsp ground cumin • 60ml (¼ cup) peanut oil • 300g roasted peanuts • 400ml coconut cream • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp • 125ml (½ cup) hot water • 2 tbsp sugar • 1 tsp salt Preheat a barbecue hot plate, grill pan or frying pan over high heat. Brush the skewers with oil, then cook, basting regularly with extra oil and turning regularly for about 5 minutes until cooked through. Serve immediately with the peanut sauce, and cucumber and red onion on the side.

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inking into a steaming bath, dried coconut milk and silky honey swirl around the surface, and a set of luxe towels and a robe are on hand.

The outdoor bathhouse at Ho’omana Spa is pristine: timber walls, rough concrete and stone floor, huge tub…

My jar of water has fresh ginger floating inside and droplets beading the outside. I’ve also got my own passionfruit (lilikoi) and essential oils mist for refreshment while I soak.

There are two tubs, but I’ve got the bathhouse to myself. After 20 minutes I step out and robe up.

Heading down the garden’s stepping-stone path and back to the main

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building means another chance to take in the beautiful property.

Getting here is part of the experience: driving inland from Maui’s north shore, Piiholo Road winds through grassy upcountry, until Ho’omana’s modest sign materialises around a bend. The main building is set into the easy slope of the hill, framed by a mix of native and introduced flora.

Inside, treatments start with sipping a tea blend.

Vibrant cranberry-pink in colour, mine is full of passionfruit, eucalyptus and lemongrass – introducing some of the ingredients that will be used throughout my treatment.

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products are made onsite, with flowers, herbs and fruits sourced from the property.

My therapist Jocelyn is originally from Ohio.

She made her way to the idyllic island, via California, eight years ago to begin her training in traditional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage. All the therapists at Ho’omana are trained by their

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In Hawaii everything is done with aloha (while used as a greeting it also means love, affection and shared understanding) Tingling all over, I’m ready for an hour-long traditional Lomi Lomi massage with homemade passionfruit body butter and hot stones.

Lomi Lomi is about the alignment of body, mind and spirit. Hawaiian tradition says that the bones carry the spirit of our souls, and in the practice of Lomi Lomi, a message can be conveyed through the hands.

The Lomi technique takes an alternatively gentle and firm approach, channelling the past, strong, female teachers who influenced the modern style.

I’d requested extra work on my legs – a necessity after a long-distance run

pre-holiday left me with some seriously unyielding muscles. Jocelyn combines stretches with massage, effectively (and thankfully) loosening my joints and muscles.

I finish up with a tropical Hawaiian facial, complete with a scalp massage and oil treatment.

Glowing all over, I’m encouraged to have a look around the property and gather anything I find.

The garden produces lemons, passionfruit and avocados.

I’m also given a Ti leaf, which I can take as souvenir or to make a spiritual offering.

This versatile leaf is an important and cherished item in Hawaiian culture

The Aloha Spa Ritual at Ho’omana includes a coconut milk and honey bath, sugar scrub, Lomi Lomi massage and herbal facial for US$279. You can also book for a single service, a range of other rituals, as well as private Lomi Lomi training (suitable for beginners).

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– used in fishing, for rain capes, footwear and hula skirts, thatch for houses, to cook in, even as whistles – and I’m happy to offer it up.

Ho’omana means to empower, and the entire afternoon is steeped in ritual. I left feeling thoroughly pampered, but also with an increased understanding of ancient practice and plenty of feel-good spiritual vibes.

Lachean Humphreys was a guest of Ho’omana Spa Maui

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Kumu (teacher), owner and director Jeana Iwalani Naluai, with a strong focus on traditional technique alongside ancient culture and history. Jocelyn found ohana (meaning family in the extended sense of the word) here and decided to stay.

In Hawaii everything is done with aloha (while used as a greeting it also means love, affection and shared understanding).

Healing prayers and chants are a staple of ancient Hawaiian healing, as are sharing stories and wisdom, and the use of medicinal herbs.

Fresh from my bath, I’m guided into one of the four treatment rooms for a sugar body-polish. After Jocelyn chants and we give gratitude together, forehead-to-forehead, I’m lusciously scrubbed from shoulders to toes for half an hour to the sounds of Hawaiian music.

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CULTURE Good things can happen when entrepreneurs are inspired by their travels WORDS ANNABEL ROSS

50 s well as giving us the time and space to relax and unwind, travel can have other, unexpected benefits.

Meeting people from different countries, cultures and walks of life can help us see the world in different ways, and pave the way for exciting creative partnerships.

It’s all about thinking out of the box and looking beyond your own backyard. These three business owners will tell you that joining forces with other communities can be personally and professionally rewarding for all.

Buying into bush lore Husband and wife team Russel Koskela and Sasha

My ambition is to create more of these collaborations and play to the communities’ particular strengths Titchkosky realised their dream of starting their own furniture business, with all products manufactured in Australia, 16 years ago. The work they have done with Indigenous communities is among their proudest achievements. The Yolngu weavers (through Elcho Island Arts off the coast of Arnhem

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Land in the Northern Territory) make Koskela’s Yuta Badalaya range of lampshades and the Tjanpi Desert Weavers from the Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara lands in Central Australia collaborated with Koskela on their Tili Wiru lampshade collection.

Sasha and Russel visited Elcho Island with their children to learn more about how the Yolngu weavers work. When the weavers told them they were going shopping, they were puzzled.

“Where are the shops?” they asked. “The bush is our art materials shop – and it is free,” senior weaver Mavis Warrngilna Ganambarr replied. Sasha and Russel have made the

collaborations completely risk-free for the communities they work with; they buy everything that is made, then it’s up to Koskela to sell the stock. “My ambition is to create more of these collaborations and play to the communities’ particular strengths,” Sasha says. “Ultimately we want to build up a beautiful collection of products that we can take to a global stage, and plough money back into these communities.” koskela.com.au

Fighters for fair trade Three years ago, if you’d told ex-peacekeeper Tom Mahon that he’d soon be running a coffee business, he would have laughed. But that’s what he and three other former Australian soldiers now do, since befriending an East Timorese family with a coffee farm in the country’s central-north.

The family was being exploited by middlemen who bought their premium produce cheaply and sold it at great profit.

When an expert tasted the coffee and deemed it extraordinary, Tom and friends thought they’d try to sell it back home in Melbourne, with a fairer deal for the farmers. There are now Wild Timor cafés

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Wild Timor’s Tom Mahon and Shannon French with a family of coffee growers.

OPPOSITE: Sasha Titchkosky on Elcho Island. BELOW: Katie Cameron of Boom Shankar in India.

51 in Coburg and Carlton, and they continue to support projects in East Timor such as building schools and providing clean drinking water.

Profits are also donated to causes such as the Laulara Birthing Centre, which assists women through childbirth. “We never got into this thinking we wanted to drive Ferraris.

Literally it was how can we help out our mates over there,” says Tom, who remains enchanted by the people and wilderness of East Timor.

“It’s an hour flight from Darwin, yet it might as well be another world.” wildtimorcoffee.com

Big love creates big life Boom Shankar founder Dui (Katie) Cameron’s love of colour is evident

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in her clothing designs.

Katie spends half the year in Noosa and half in India, where she has her garments manufactured ethically, using machinery she has purchased to enable the women to generate an income. But giving back to the community doesn’t stop there. Katie also supports Forget Me Not, an incorporated Queensland charity that works with partner organisations in Nepal, Uganda and India to reunite trafficked children with their families. She has also raised money for the Tree of Life For Animals, an animal hospital and rescue centre in drought-stricken Rajasthan, where she

has also funded three bores. In 2007, Boom Shankar and the Zonta Club of Noosa had a water purifying system installed at the Fun and Child School in Hasanpura, the oldest slum area in Jaipur, India. “My favourite thing about India is the people,” says Katie,

who has considered the country her “second home” for more than 20 years. “Giving back to the communities where we manufacture and promoting charity projects in both India and Australia promotes the label’s mantra of big love and big life.” boomshankar.com.au

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Just like old times Vintage ’vanners gather at the North Coast Holiday Park at Evans Head in northern New South Wales for their annual get together (pictured and opposite page).

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Chasing the sunshine (left to right) Don sits outside his pride and joy at the North Coast Holiday Park.

Cathie, Rod and Scud the dog get comfortable at their site at Evans Head.

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Ebb and flow A slow boat on Hoi An’s Thu Bon River.

A chicken seller in the market in Hoi An’s Old Town.

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Cruisy days CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Tweed Coast Holiday Park at Kingscliff Beach, dog days at Evans Head, Roger surveying the scene at North Coast Holiday Park, “cozzie chaos” at Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park, a vintage van, lace curtains.

59 Sharing a cuppa OPPOSITE – CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Clyde and Barbara at North Coast Holiday Park, Caravan with flag, an immaculate interior, families at play at Tweed Coast Holiday Park in Boyds Bay; a cosy nook, Ilana at Evans Head.

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Keep on rolling Photographer Natalie McComas discovers the warmth and friendliness of the ’vanning community WORDS KRYSIA BONKOWSKI

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David and Chloe at home at Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park. LEFT: A playful retro van interior.

About the photographer

You can slow down to enjoy the simple pleasures in life ... connect with nature Victorians escaping the cold), going about their day, reading, or soaking up the great outdoors.

On weekends, the parks were filled with kids roaming on bikes and scooters while their parents socialised. But consistently, midafternoon, a temporary peace would fall.

“Things got very quiet as everyone seemed to take advantage of siesta time,” Natalie says.

The ’vans’ residents were always up for a chat, and very proud of their homes on wheels. “I was

given many grand tours,” Natalie says. “Owners loved telling me about how they met their van, the many travels they’d been on together or about the great detail they had put into restoring it.”

Most could not imagine spending their holidays any other way.

It’s a sense of freedom Natalie can appreciate.

“You can slow down to enjoy the simple pleasures in life ... connect with nature in a way we don’t often get the chance to do in our busy day-to-day lives.”

Natalie McComas picked up her first camera in high school, an old Pentax of her grandfather’s with a broken light meter. She was soon looking at the world through the eyes of a photographer, moving from Coffs Harbour to Brisbane after finishing high school to study the craft. “I have always felt being a photographer was the right path for me to follow,” she says. natmccomas.com

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ome of the fondest memories from Natalie McComas’ childhood come from school holiday camping trips in a remote New South Wales national park with her extended family.

“We had the time of our lives,” the Queenslandbased photographer says.

“We’d run around until dark, making damper, catching fish, surfing, swimming, chasing crabs, riding down sand dunes and four-wheel driving ... the whole camping ground often felt like one big family.”

When Jetstar Magazine sent Natalie on assignment to capture this vision in northern New South Wales and southern Queensland, she discovered that community spirit is still alive and well.

On her visits to the scenic North Coast Holiday Park at Evans Head, Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park and the Tweed Coast Holiday Parks at Fingal Head, Tweed Heads and Kingscliff North, Natalie observed the laid-back rhythms of ’vanning life.

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The quiet cousin makes its mark as more than just a festival city WORDS WALTER MARSH

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OPPOSITE PAGE & ABOVE: The courtyard of the Pink Moon Saloon. BELOW LEFT: Reading material at Exchange Coffee.

BELOW RIGHT: Behind the bar of Pink Moon Saloon.

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Festival spirit Adelaide Festival kickstarted the city’s love affair with the arts back in 1960, and it’s still finding ways to reinvent itself. “Adelaide is the perfect festival city, it can completely take over,” says new Adelaide Festival co-artistic director Rachel Healy.

“You can have this incredible weekend and see 10 things a day, and surrounding you is this sense that the whole city is out there having a ball.”

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Initially a naughty offshoot to the main festival, the Adelaide Fringe has grown to become one of the world’s biggest open-access festivals with more than 1100 events. Rundle Street is packed with charismatic performers, all eager to coax you into their next session. It’s worth taking a punt – that young stand-up comedian or bold, new cabaret show might become the next big thing on the international scene.

Pick your pop-up The festive spirit spreads into pop-up venues and artist hubs that spring up around the city, each with a distinct flavour and following. The Garden of Unearthly Delights (16 February to 19 March) to the east turns the parklands into a tent

Adelaide is the perfect festival city, it can completely take over

city hosting temporary performance spaces, carnival attractions and big-name comedians.

For the city’s young and glamorous, the Royal Croquet Club is the go-to destination. A success in its original Victoria Square home, it’s leaving the city centre for the balmy riverside spot of Pinky Flat this year.

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s a smaller capital city marooned in the middle of the continent, Adelaide is often miscast as the quiet cousin of the flashy east coast giants. The nation’s comedians might still crack jokes about the city, but there’s a damn good reason they come back year in, year out: Adelaide has evolved into a buzzing metropolis.

A swarm of performers and creatives arrive from every corner of the world in February and March for the annual Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe and splinter events – a cultural influx known as ‘Mad March’.

Now, more than ever though, they are simply complementing the rich home-grown talent.

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BELOW: Catching up at The Exeter Hotel.

Small bars lead a foodie revolution Adelaide’s year-round offerings are enjoying a renaissance courtesy of tweaked licensing laws and an injection of adventurous culinary spirit. In the West End, Hindley Street offers the kind of raucous nightlife Sydney now pines for.

For something more refined, dodge the queues of 18-year-old clubhoppers and head down Leigh, Gresham or Peel Street. These once underutilised laneways are teeming with inventive and inviting bars and restaurants. On Leigh Street, the award-winning Pink Moon Saloon is a

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there’s this new generation coming through executing new things, with a fresh energy that hasn’t been seen before tiny, specially built wood cabin with a penchant for smoked meats and good brews.

In the heart of the East End’s Fringe precinct, spots such as Africola and Orana head up a strip of innovative restaurants.

Duncan Welgemoed’s revamped shebeen Africola has shifted its South African focus further to the north of the continent. Jock Zonfrillo

of Orana embraces Australia’s native fauna to create unique tastes.

“For a while it felt like Adelaide was stuck in a certain zone,” says Jordan Jeavons, the Port Willunga-raised boy wonder whose culinary adventures have seen him roam across the state.

He’s currently manning the grill at Superfish, the open-air dive bar adjoining the recently

revamped 153-year-old Crown & Anchor pub.

“Social media and travel have opened up everyone to a million different ideas, and there’s this new generation coming through executing new things, with a fresh energy that hasn’t been seen before.

“It’s born of a desire to be different,” he says.

“And that’s really rad – we’re catching up.”

Damn fine coffee The coffee connoisseurs at neighbours Exchange Specialty Coffee (Vardon Street) and Sad:cafe (Ebenezer Place) offer a taste of Adelaide’s thriving daytime scene.

With close ties to Kangarilla roasters Dawn Patrol Coffee, Sad:cafe is one of a growing crop of CBD eateries taking a hands-on approach to coffee beans. My Kingdom For A Horse and Elementary Coffee can be found roasting in the building.

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Expect uber-cool outdoor musical events, slick food stalls and impressive bigbudget sets (last year’s main stage resembled a three-storey high boombox).

This year the Festival’s Riverbank Palais (2-19 March), a throwback to a floating pleasure barge that lit up the River Torrens in the roaring 1920s, is likely to come up trumps. It’s an ambitious project given the last barge mysteriously sunk in 1928.

“A great festival hub is so much more than just a bar. It’s a place to meet, mingle with artists and see friends before or after a show,” Rachel says. “It has this incredible story too, one you’d expect in Paris not Adelaide.”

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River cruise will almost guarantee a dolphin sighting or two, while Low & Slow American BBQ is a carnivore’s dream attracting pilgrimages of meat-loving city-slickers.

If the Adelaide sun is particularly scorching, the waters of Semaphore beach are just a few minutes away.

Whether you’re visiting at the height of Mad March, or opting for a more relaxed stay, there has rarely been a better time to get a taste of Adelaide’s ongoing evolution. If done right, the City of Churches can deliver a cultural experience worth savouring.

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Take me to the river For a brief respite from the CBD, Port Adelaide is only a 25-minute drive or train ride away. In recent years, the area’s cheap real estate attracted a younger crowd of foodies and artists. A Port

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Poh Ling Yeow at Jamface, Adelaide Central Market. ABOVE: Africola sardines.

A raft of developments have been bubbling away below Adelaide’s mellow surface. These are our picks of the biggest gamechangers.

ADELAIDE OVAL The people of Adelaide held their collective breaths when their beloved oval underwent renovations, but the result has been embraced by all. Right on the city’s fringes, and connected by a footbridge over the Torrens, the oval has breathed new life into the city, pulling in a steady stream of AFL, cricket, soccer and music fans.

SMALL BARS It’s hard to overstate the impact the revision of the small bar laws had on the Adelaide CBD, ushering in a wave of new watering holes and eateries. Next on the cards is a proposed expansion of the new licensing laws out into the suburbs, with North Adelaide leading the push.

create AdeLINK, a new tram network running around the city and out into major suburban areas.

CYCLE CITY Adelaide’s wide, flat streets have long held potential for cyclists, and the city is poised to deliver with a large-scale investment on urban bike paths. Work on the north-south Frome Street bike path is already underway, and a $12-million injection from the State Government and city council will deliver many more.

GOING GREEN In an ambitious move, in late 2015 Adelaide declared its intention to become the world’s first carbonneautral city by 2050. An initial five-year action plan between 2016-2021 aims to increase community involvement in cutting carbon emissions, promote the uptake of renewable, clean technologies and severely reduce transport emissions within the city boundaries.

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ADELAIDE TRAM Sometime in the 1950s, in what is now widely considered a bad move, Adelaide decided to rip up its extensive tram network.

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For an alternative to smashed avocado and flat whites, Kutchi Deli Parwana is the vividly decorated offshoot of a family-run western suburbs icon.

“My sisters and I wanted to do a take on traditional Afghan food in a more contemporary setting,” co-owner Durkhanai Ayubi says.

“The same authentic food but more accessible in the heart of the city – make it a bit more pop-arty and cool.”

The Ayubi sisters are Parwana’s second generation, translating their parents’ legacy to suit a different crowd. “It was a big risk,” Durkhanai says. “But it’s like having a home-cooked meal in the city, and I think people love that.”

If you want to live like a local, make a beeline for the Adelaide Central Market to sample wares from Poh Ling Yeow’s Jamface, Spanish-inspired Comida or any of the fresh-as-you-can-get local produce on offer. By night, grab a pint of Coopers from century-old live music institutions such as The Exeter, the Grace Emily or the Crown & Anchor.

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New Zealand’s adventure capital is the perfect setting for a little autumn R&R

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Autumn colours in Queenstown, the wine caves at Gibbston Valley Winery, Coalfire Restaurant, Woo Beer on tap at Madam Woos, workers’ cottages in Arrowtown, roti at Madam Woo. CENTRE: Tobins Track leading out from Arrowtown.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Arrowtown in autumn.

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Soothe the soul Hit the ground feet first at Spring Spa in downtown Queenstown.

The signature foot massage, an aromatic foot soak followed by a light exfoliation and leg massage, is the best way to shake off travel fatigue.

Fully revived, soak up your surroundings on Queenstown’s pebbly beach and watch the iconic steamship TSS Earnslaw shuttle into harbour. Nestled in the embrace of the Southern Alps with views over Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown’s idyllic setting is a balm to the soul. Wander through the leafy Queenstown

Botanical Gardens out to the headland for views back over town.

If more intensive relaxation is called for, make your way to the Spa at Nugget Point.

Overlooking the milky twists of the Shotover River at Arthurs Point, the spa is modelled on Roman baths, complete with a domed ceiling soaring over a mosaic-tiled pool and ornate carved pillars.

After a full-body massage in the private treatment room, with an optional aromatherapy soak, while away any lingering worries in a lazy circuit between the sauna, steam room and pool.

Complete your transformation at Nadi Wellness Centre, a welcoming studio overlooking Queenstown’s Village Green where trainers versed in traditional techniques guide practitioners of all skill levels, focusing as much on the mental stretching as the physical.

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TOP: The Spa at Nugget Point.

year-round popularity, staying well fed isn’t a problem. For a casual meal, burger fans are hard pressed to avoid the cult sensation that is Fergburger, with queues spilling out onto the street day and night.

Taco Medic, an erstwhile pop-up that’s now permanent, distributes fresh soft-shell tacos from a small counter off Searle Lane. Vudu Café is a local favourite for coffee, baked goods and breakfast.

But come nighttime, autumn dinners demand nothing less than a

cockle-warming feast in inviting surrounds.

Inspired by Malaysian hawker cuisine, the Queenstown arm of Auckland favourite Madame Woo buzzes with young diners sipping cocktails over sharefriendly dishes. Pair a piquant rendang curry with the Woo Brew by craft brewery Hallertau.

Pier 19 on the Steamer Wharf transitions from daytime café to intimate restaurant, dishing up a contemporary menu with a helping of local seafood.

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favourite with the snow set in winter and adrenaline junkies in summer, Queenstown moves at a more relaxed pace in autumn. Crisp mornings give way to sunny afternoons, perfect for vineyard-hopping or a stroll through autumn leaves. As the evening chill moves in, roaring fires and fine local dining beckons. Looking for all the world like a Swiss alpine village transplanted to the far side of the globe, Queenstown and its surrounds offers ample opportunity for a little indulgence and a lot of relaxation, all delivered with a wholesome dose of fresh mountain air.

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head outside (there’s blankets and heaters) to admire Queenstown’s lights reflected on the water. The best spot in the house at Coalfire Barbecue Bar is in front of the fireplace, for flamefuelled comfort food plated up “From the Pit” or “From the Coal Oven”.

Garden views at Kinross on the Gibbston Highway. INSET: Coalfire Barbecue Bar, Queenstown.

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A scenic patchwork of vineyards threading between mountains, the Gibbston Valley is a mere thirty-minute’s drive from Queenstown. A subregion of Central Otago, the world’s southernmost wine region, Gibbston is known for cold-climate wines, particularly worldrenowned pinot noir.

Discover the vineyard that started it all at Gibbston Valley Winery.

Until the 1980s, Otago was considered too cold, too high-altitude and too far south for wine cultivation.

But perceiving similarities between Central Otago and Bordeaux in France, Irish journalist Alan Brady secured a patch of arid, sloping land and started planting in 1981, producing his first commercial vintage in 1987 and opening a cellar door in 1990. The area has since boomed, and Alan’s gamble was vindicated in 2001 when Gibbston Valley’s reserve pinot become the first nonFrench pinot noir to win a gold medal at the London International Wine Challenge.

The cellar door now

encompasses a cheese shop, restaurant, bike-hire centre and New Zealand’s biggest wine cave.

Further along the Gibbston Highway, the tasting room at Kinross offers a great snapshot of local winemaking with drops poured from five boutique vineyards – Coal Pit, Domaine Thompson, Hawkshead, Valli and Wild Irishman (the latter the latest venture from pioneering Alan).

With an onsite general store, café and boutique accommodation thrown in, you can happily linger.

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The best spot in the house at Coalfire Barbecue Bar is in front of the fireplace, for flame-fuelled comfort food verges of Gibbston. A former sheep station, the owners discovered the soil that made bad grazing for their flock was excellent for grape growing. In the cellar door, formerly the woolshed, the friendly team walk visitors through their sauvignon

blanc, pinot gris, rosé and pinot noir. If it’s chilly, try the warming mulled wine.

On the way back to Queenstown, stop by Amisfield’s striking schist rock cellar door. One of the region’s largest single vineyard estates, Amisfield specialises in pinot noir and aromatic whites such as riesling and sauvignon blanc (of the 30 hectares of sauvignon blanc in Central Otago, Amisfield has 10). After a tasting, indulge in the light-filled bistro or take up a game of petanque on the terrace.

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THE ROUTEBURN TRACK GUIDED WALK Take a walk on the wild side with an adventure in New Zealand’s iconic National Parks. Combine it with 2 nights in Queenstown to truly soak up the South Island scenery and good kiwi hospitality!

Ultimate Hikes is the only operator of multi day guided walks on The Routeburn Track, providing a 3 day /2 night all-inclusive hike that makes for an ideal long weekend.

Walk from the Divide on the West Coast, through two national parks, Fiordland and Mount Aspiring, to end near Lake Wakatipu, where the resort town of Queenstown awaits. Along the track you’ll encounter native birdlife, walk across alpine faces and traverse around deep green lakes. Each night finds you in private lodges with hot showers and warm beds. Enjoy dinner over a well-earned glass of New Zealand wine, among friends, family and likeminded hikers. Finish your hike with a 40 minute drive along Lake Wakatipu until you’re back to the bustle of Queenstown with its cool cafes and bars to celebrate your great walk in style!

For a limited time, Ultimate Hikes is offering a package that includes the Routeburn Track Guided Walk + one night’s accommodation in Queenstown before and after your walk, at the Novotel Lakeside Hotel. Enjoy the sights and surrounds of the summer resort before heading into the stunning landscapes of one of New Zealand’s most scenic Great Walks.

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itineraries (add the helicopter and wine tour to your bucketlist).

Get a gold rush

Treat yourself to a few hours of postcard views on nearby Lake Hayes

feature in a trio of curries, wild boar in a hearty pie, or Mt Cook Salmon with rice noodles at lunch.

Mel and Pete have also transformed the narrow alley running alongside into a mini hospitality precinct.

Tucked in behind Saffron, Agave dishes up Mexican classics in a more informal setting, while across the way, atmospheric The Blue Door is the ideal setting for cocktails in front of the fire (with acoustic jam sessions on Wednesdays).

Follow a long lunch at Saffron with an afternoon strolling one of the many walking trails leading out from Arrowtown. Or treat yourself to a few hours of postcard views on nearby Lake Hayes. Yellow-tinted willows and poplars dangle their fronds in

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TOP: The Lake Hayes Circuit.

ABOVE: Tastings at Amisfield cellar door.

INSET: Views of the mountains and Lake Wakatipu from Peppers Beacon.

the glassy water, disturbing the mirror image of the encircling Remarkables and Crown mountain ranges. Follow the two- to three-hour, 8km Lake Hayes Circuit along the lake’s edge, through wetlands and past the multi-million dollar homes on the eastern shore.

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PEPPERS BEACON The views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables from the lakeside Peppers Beacon are so good you won’t want to pull the blinds. Heated bathroom floors and a fresh loaf waiting in a bread maker on arrival make you feel right at home, and the spacious penthouse suites include large open fireplaces and expansive private balconies with sweeping outlooks. peppers.co.nz/beacon

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Picturesque gold rush village Arrowtown, 20-minutes’ drive from Queenstown, is a must-do daytrip in autumn, when the surrounding wooded hills blaze with russet reds and gold. Tourists drift between the gift stores and quaint cafés in heritage wood and stone worker’s cottages, or sun themselves on the manicured village greens. For a reminder of the town’s more humble origins, drop past the Arrowtown Chinese Settlement, where 19thcentury miners lived in schist hovels crowded around mine shafts.

These days, Arrowtown is more concerned with leisure than labour. The laid-back atmosphere and community feel has attracted many Queenstown migrants, including Pete Gawron and Melanie Hill. The husband and wife team had left Sydney to open Jazz Bar in Queenstown, when they jumped on the opportunity to buy a disused car park on Arrowtown’s main street and build their own restaurant.

With Pete in the kitchen and Mel front-of-house, Saffron has become an Otago icon. Adelaideborn Pete combines finedining training and Asian influences with stellar local produce. Tender Southland lamb may

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Sydney food-court lunch is no longer three choices from a bain-marie or a sadlooking sandwich only toasting can redeem. The city’s shopping centre eating precincts have shaken off their dated and daggy reputations and stepped into 2017, making room for world-renowned Asian restaurants, top Australian chefs and cheap Chinatown favourites.

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The District, Chatswood With more than a third of the northern suburb’s population of Chinese heritage, it makes sense that some of the city’s best Asian food can be found in Chatswood.

The District is an open dining hall with a maze of authentic eateries. Known as the cheapest Michelinstarred restaurant in the world, Tim Ho Wan opened its first Australian outpost here in March 2015, creating snaking lines of customers waiting for their Taiwanese dim sum fix. In the middle of the hall, Chum Tang chefs toss woks filled with authentic Thai food from the northern Isaan region – think spicy green papaya salads, larb chicken wings and crispy pork belly. For a treat, Hello Kitty Diner is cuteness overload – the Instagram fave: fried chicken and Kitty-shaped waffles.

TOP TO BOTTOM: Diners at Chum Tang, TIm Ho Wan in The District, The District’s Hello Kitty Diner.

Underground street food Hawker Lane, Chatswood Nearby in Chatswood’s Westfield, Hawker Lane is an underground, streetfood style strip of some of Sydney’s best Asian restaurants hawking popular dishes until 10pm.

The dimly lit space exudes a night-market vibe, while the glass-fronted stalls let you watch as your meal is cooked. ChaChu’s offers a taste of Kolkata with its traditional kathi rolls (paratha wrap filled with egg, chutney, herbs, vegetables and Indianspiced roasted meats); watch Chinese grill-masters Lamb & Cumin smoke up their charcoal barbecue with Xinjiang skewered meats; or try Penang-born chef Jim Yong’s classic Nyonya noodle dish char koay teow at Uncle Jim’s.

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International flavours World Square, CBD In the heart of the city, World Square boasts some of its best dining spots. Shoppers and CBD workers fill the precinct at lunchtime. Walk up the central glowing stairs to find the first Australian location of world-famous Taiwanese dumpling empire, Din Tai Fung, and watch as the master chefs deftly fold signature xiao long bao (pork soup dumplings) among towers of billowing bamboo steamers. You’ll also find three-hatted chef Neil Perry’s first of many Burger Project outlets serving grassfed Cape Grim beef burgers, as well as some of the most coveted fried chicken in the city at Korean restaurant Arisun Express.

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Food with a view Gateway, Circular Quay Bypass the fast food joints and overpriced harbour-view restaurants, previously your only eating options, and head to $80 million development, Gateway.

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been waiting for. Grab a scoop or two from Gelato Messina if it’s sunny, or choose a few of pastry chef Adriano Zumbo’s famed zumbarons at Zumbo. There are some Sydney-specific vendors, too. Thai-town favourite Chat Thai has opened on the second floor, while restaurant and rooftop bar Popina is a mashup of Bondi’s MiddleEastern café Shuk and Mediterranean deli Salts Meats Cheese.

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BARBECUE PORK BUNS Tim Ho Wan, The District 436 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood Open daily 11am-11pm chatswoodinterchange. com/district Go for rich barbecue pork encased in sugar-dusted pastry, the restaurant’s most popular dish.

Asian al fresco Spice Alley, Chippendale Among the leafy streets of up-and-coming suburb Chippendale, Spice Alley brings Singapore’s well-loved hawker markets to the suburb’s new Kensington Street precinct. With a strong student community (University of Sydney, University of Technology and University of Notre Dame are all within walking distance), the outdoor food hub opened

in 2015 to satisfy a growing need for good, cheap eats in the area. Most stalls offer dishes on either side of $10. Try Alex Lee Kitchen’s roti canai ($7); Hong Kong Diner’s pork and century egg congee ($9.80); or Bang Luck’s Thai mussel fritters ($12).

Crowned with lanterns, and featuring occasional live music, the heritagelisted dining areas make a scenic setting for lunch or dinner. Plus, the precinct is entirely cashless – just tap and eat.

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KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN Arisun Express, World Square 644 George Street, city Open daily 10am-late worldsquare.com.au With a sticky, salty-sweet soy glaze, Arisun twicefries its chicken to ensure ultimate crispness.

ROTI CANAI Alex Lee Kitchen, Spice Alley Kensington Street, Chippendale Open daily 11am-10pm kensingtonstreet.com.au Buttery puffed flatbread is served with two aromatic curries and a spicy sambal.

GAI YAANG (GRILLED CHICKEN) Chat Thai, Gateway Alfred Street, Circular Quay Open daily 11pm-late gatewaysydney.com.au This is barbecued chicken, Thai-style – fragrant with turmeric and lemongrass and char-grilled until smoky.

LAMB AND CUMIN SKEWERS Lamb & Cumin, Hawker Lane Westfield, 1 Anderson Street, Chatswood Open daily 10am-10pm A popular street-side snack in Western China, the lamb skewers are spiced with cumin and grilled over charcoal.

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OPPOSITE: Wedding table at the Banyan Tree Ungasan terrace.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Intimate dinner at the Alia penthouse; a wedding at the Ungasan Clifftop Resort; ceremony at Banyan Tree Ungasan; Banyan Tree’s presidential suite; the Hanging Gardens.

BEAUTIFUL BALI Whether you’re after a glam beach wedding or a luxe laid-back honeymoon, you will find it in Bali. Event planning in Bali can also be more cost-effective than at home, making it very popular for destination weddings. But more than that, the friendly people, breathtaking scenery and accessibility of Bali makes the ‘Island of the Gods’ the perfect location for romance.

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STAYING CENTERED Celebrate in the middle of it all in Seminyak, a beachfront strip boasting many of Bali’s best restaurants, hotels, shops and bars. The suites at the luxe Alia Seminyak look out to the beach and are walking distance from iconic venues such as Potato Head Beach Club, La Lucciola and Motel Mexicola. For your big day, the team can arrange an extravaganza for 300 of your nearest and dearest, or an intimate ceremony on the lawn.

The Villa Radha in nearby Canggu is a favourite with honeymooners retreating from the crowds. With a private pool, tropical gardens, open-air bathroom and Balinese pavilion for lounging, the heritage teak Javanese villa is only 15 minutes from Seminyak.

HEADING SOUTH Away from the tourist hotspots of Seminyak, Nusa Dua and Kuta, the Bukit Peninsula offers some of Bali’s best surf and beaches. On a cliff 70 metres

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above the Indian Ocean, Banyan Tree Ungasan melds Balinese architecture with modern luxury. For a wowfactor wedding, the elaborate Dove chapel is covered in hundreds of sculpted white birds. Or celebrate in laidback style on the private beach of Sundays Beach Club in Uluwatu. Bundle in a honeymoon in the private villas of Ungasan Clifftop Resort, which includes daily access to the club.

HILLSIDE HEAVEN Surrounded by terraced rice paddies and lush jungle, Ubud has a more relaxed vibe than its coastal cousins.

Accommodation ranges from traditional villas to eco resorts cascading in greenery. A series of thatched-roof buildings clinging to a forested slope, the Hanging Gardens is one of Bali’s most beautiful resorts (with the world’s best swimming pool according to Condé Nast Traveller). Tie the knot on a wooden platform floating on that very pool, or against the backdrop of jungle-shrouded Dalem Segara Temple.

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Kristy & Bruce Tamapua When Perth-born Kristy and New Zealander Bruce decided to say “I do”, Bali was the natural choice.

“Bali wasn’t really a hard decision to make as it’s easy for everyone to get to, and holds special memories for us already,” Kristy says.

They left matters in the capable hands of Tristan from Bali Brides Wedding Planners. “From that stage on there weren’t any challenges at all,” says Kristy. “She negotiated with our venue, sent us menus, found everything we needed... And even managed all our payments.”

Their big day, at Nusa Dua Resort, went off without a hitch. “We loved how relaxed the day was,” Kristy says. “The dance floor was always full, the food was amazing… the entire vibe was fun, relaxed and we were surrounded by our closest friends and family.”

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BYRON BAY Australia’s favourite coastal playground is the natural setting for a boho beach wedding. Byron Shire in northern New South Wales offers surf beaches, laid-back coastal communities and quirky rural hamlets, pretty farmland and lush sub-tropical rainforest.

Perfect for free spirits and salt-of-the-earth souls, Byron effortlessly melds a laid-back sensibility with coastal charm.

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If you’ve always dreamed of getting married with the sand beneath your toes, Byron is for you. At Barefoot at Broken Head, hold your ceremony on a secluded beach before wandering through dunes and rainforest to an open Balinesestyle pavilion for the reception.

With accommodation on site, the wedding party has no excuse not to dance until dawn.

Other guests can be comfortably accommodated in the local area. At Byron Oasis options run from self-catered family apartments to spacious treetop holiday houses and luxury three-bedroom guesthouses metres from Tallows Beach.

Fronting onto Belongil Beach, eco-resort Elements of Byron brings a sophisticated luxury to laid-back Byron. The setting is up to you; have your ceremony under a rainforest canopy by the lily ponds, on an elevated lawn looking out to the Byron lighthouse, or set up a mini festival space in the beachfront club.

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY On half an acre of landscaped gardens in central Byron, the versatile indoor-outdoor event space The Secret Garden is home to sculptures and unique artworks, including a retro bus painted by celebrated Australian artist David Bromley. Say your vows on the lawn, before sharing a wedding feast at long tables under the palm trees.

Byron might be famous for beaches, but the dreamy hinterland is every bit as atmospheric. A 10-minute drive from Bangalow, the rustic Earth House sits high on a ridge over the Corndale Valley.

Making full use of those views, ceremonies are usually held under the spreading branches of a 100-year-old fig tree on the hilltop.

Further inland, the dream hinterland honeymoon awaits at Cooks Cottage in Rosebank.

Relax on the wide, deep verandah looking out onto subtropical rainforest, cosy up by the fire or whip up a feast in the generous kitchen stocked with local produce, including fresh eggs from resident chooks.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Earth House, Slipper’s Island glamping, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, a Secret Garden wedding. BELOW: Poolside at Elements of Byron, a Secret Garden wedding.

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WE DECIDED ON FOREVER FOUNDERS OF RESTAURANT NANNA KERR’S KITCHEN IN THE NSW HUNTER VALLEY, MATTY AND JIMMY KERR EXCHANGED VOWS DURING A WEEK-LONG FESTIVAL OF LOVE, FAMILY AND FRIENDSHIP. WORDS SHONAGH WALKER

Matty and Jimmy Kerr had expected marriage equality to be a reality when they exchanged vows last December. The boys, who also founded and launched the LGTBI festival Pokolbin Pride last October, proceeded with their wedding regardless, saying, “We don’t need the Australian government to tell us what love is.”

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NEW ZEALAND Land of soaring mountains, pristine wilderness and rugged coastlines, New Zealand is the perfect backdrop to a romantic adventure. Nature-loving couples are spoilt for choice.

As the first Asia Pacific nation to legalise same-sex marriage, New Zealand has also become a beacon for marriage equality.

LODGE LIFE Refined styling, gourmet dining and unforgettable views; New Zealand’s luxury lodges are in a league all of their own.

Accustomed to providing the finest attention to detail, a lodge will deliver the wedding of a lifetime, or a honeymoon you’ll never want to end.

Treetops Lodge and Estate in Rotorua makes the most of the resort’s natural surrounds.

As part of a three-day wedding package, the party can spend the lead-up exploring the protected wilderness area, in the spa or even taking on a round of clay pigeon shooting.

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region. Ponder the views from your suite, explore the 6,000 acres on foot, horseback or bike and indulge in a daily menu created using only the freshest produce. For golfers, Cape Kidnappers’ course is ranked as one of the world’s best. But never fear – if you lose your other half to the green, the spa will more than make up for it.

GET GLAMPING Immerse yourself in the wilderness without giving up the creature comforts. Canopy Camping offers off-grid luxury camping for that much-needed seclusion after the chaos of a wedding. Retreat to an airy tent overlooking a white-sand beach on Slipper’s Island, off the Coramandel Peninsula. Snuggle up hobbit-style in Underhill Valley, a rustic nook built into the hillside in Waikato farmland.

Or camp out under the canopy on the Kauri Coast at Highfield Forest Retreat, with no one but native birdlife for company.

TELL US YOUR STORY JAMES KERR: We met through a match making app. Matty’s profile read: ‘I want to meet someone that I can take home to my parents and watch David Attenborough documentaries with’. Matty came to dinner dressed in stripy Long Johns, Ugg boots and a beanie. It was love at first sight.

MATTY KERR: The attraction was instant, on far more than a physical level. There was honesty, vibrational energy and spirituality; there was a connection and need.

JK: In June 2015 we quit our corporate jobs, moved to the Hunter Valley and opened Nanna Kerr’s Kitchen. Taking the leap of self-employment means we are equal in the relationship on every level. It’s shown us a side of each other that most couples never experience. It’s a privilege to know another human this deeply.

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WHAT DID YOU WANT YOUR WEDDING DAY TO BE? MK: A festival of family, friends and love - informal, with elements of tradition, but with a non-religious, relaxed feel. We wanted everyone to feel loved and we wanted a party atmosphere, so there was no table plan or sit down meal.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER COUPLES TYING THE KNOT? JK: Your guests are there to witness your love, so celebrate and honour them, too.

MK: We took time out during the wedding celebrations and hid in our bedroom, listened to our favorite songs and had a beer together. With 280 guests outside in the garden, it was one of those special moments just for us.

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Australia’s most romantic locations. The only accommodation on pristine Long Island, Palm Bay Resort offers the facilities of a resort with the flexibility of selfcatering – so stock up on the Champagne. The resort also offers sole occupancy of the 23 villas on site for weddings, sleeping up to 60 guests on your own patch of paradise.

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From the reef to rainforest, Queensland is a natural wonderland in our own backyard. Just a short flight from most cities, Queensland’s major ports are a gateway to some of the country’s most staggering natural assets.

Discover a world apart from the Gold Coast and Brisbane by venturing into the ancient forests of the hinterland for your honeymoon. Gather your friends and family to take over a deserted island on the Great Barrier Reef. Or retreat to a treehouse deep in the rainforest for some much-needed time alone together.

GET LOST, TOGETHER Spend your honeymoon completely off grid just a short drive from the glitz of Surfers Paradise in the Gold Coast hinterland. The custom-designed safari tents of the Nightfall Wilderness Camp are deep in the ancient Lamington National Park, next to a babbling creek.

The spacious structures were hand-made by Nightfall’s owners, and are finished with a cast iron bathtub, stone basin, timber flooring and rotating fireplace for cold nights.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Daintree Eco Lodge’s Julaymba Restaurant, Lagoon Bayan at Daintree Eco Lodge, get married under palms on Palm Bay Resort, a massage at Nightfall Wilderness Camp.

In one of the Daintree Eco Lodge’s sophisticated, meshsided bayans, you will be woken by the sound of birds high up in the forest canopy.

Hidden inside the oldest rainforest on the planet, this eco-resort immerses you in the surrounds with dining inspired by native ingredients, guided nature walks through the wilderness and award-winning spa treatments harnessing Australian flora and minerals.

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TOP TO BOTTOM: Snorkelling in Aitutaki Lagoon, overwater bure at Likuliku Lagoon, Turtle Bay Resort’s Nalu Kinetic Spa.

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PACIFIC ISLAND TIME The endless Pacific Ocean, deserted beaches and swaying palm trees – it doesn’t get much more romantic than the South Pacific. With a few thousand islands as diverse as they are beautiful, you’re sure to have a honeymoon or wedding right out of your daydreams.

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FRIENDLY FIJI The 333 Fijian islands are known for faultless beaches and warm people. The main island Viti Levu is a popular starting point, home to big-name resorts including Sofitel, Radisson Blu and Hilton.

Vanua Levu, the second largest island, offers forest walking trails, lush farmland and pristine coast without the crowds.

But no trip is complete without alighting on an outlying island. Adults-only resort Likuliku Lagoon in the Mamanuca Islands curves around a white-sand bay on a calm lagoon. Weddings range from an intimate service on the deck of an overwater bure, to a Fijian ceremony at sunset.

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HULA INTO HAWAII The eight main Hawaiian islands encompass geothermal marvels, big-wave surfing, bustling cities, sleepy beach towns and tracts of wilderness.

Known as ‘the gathering place’ Oahu has this all in one. In Waikiki you’ll find high-end shopping, huge resorts and hip restaurants. Further east, the laid-back beach town of Kailua is perfect for kicking back.

The big waves of the North Shore might be famous, but they are not the only appeal of this rugged stretch of coast.

Discover pineapple plantations, scenic coves and surfy-cool towns. In summer, the monster waves disappear, leaving perfect conditions for swimming and snorkelling. Turtle Bay Resort is a honeymoon stalwart, and hosts more than 350 weddings a year. See what all the fuss is about as you enjoy horseback riding at sunset, picnics on the sands, or a private helicopter ride along the beautiful coastline.

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Ringed by beaches and covered in rainforest, Rarotonga is the largest of the laid-back Cook Islands. ‘Raro’s’ ‘island time’ will lull you and your guests into its hypnotic rhythms in no time. For the honeymoon, the famed vivid turquoise lagoon of Aitutaki is a short flight away.

At the Pacific Resort Aitutaki, thatched-roof bungalows peek out through palms. Honeymoon packages include private dinners and spa treatments.

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alter McGuire is standing on the banks of Derbarl Yerrigan, the Indigenous name for the Swan River, singing a song of the Dreamtime, when a pod of dolphins surfaces in the water behind him. This isn’t unusual.

Even here, at Elizabeth Quay, one of the newest redevelopments on Perth’s urban waterfront, nature is everywhere. As a Nyungar elder, Walter knows this only too well. On his daily Go Cultural Aboriginal Tours, he shares the history of the

world’s oldest living culture, while pointing out some of the areas of the city that were once important campgrounds and hunting areas for his ancestors.

We’re standing in front of a five-metre-tall sculpture by Laurel Nannup. It looks like a giant bird in a boat looking out across the water. “That’s right,” Walter says.

“That’s what the sails on the boats looked like to my people during First Contact – a very big bird.”

This is peak summer for most of Australia, but for the Nyungar it is Bunuru, one of their six seasons.

It’s the hottest part of the year in southwest Western Australia, with little rain. It’s a time when the Nyungar would traditionally move to the estuaries to fish. Chef Jed Gerrard, who launched Wildflower at COMO The Treasury two years ago, uses native ingredients on the menu and says Bunuru comes with a bounty.

“There is a lot of beautiful stone fruit but summer in Perth for me is about foraging,” he says. “We get wild garlic flowers and wild fennel, which is everywhere, and they go into the dishes at Wildflower.”

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first with Little Birdy, but more recently on solo material including the album Human, released last October. “The weather is just so perfect, and there’s nothing better than an early morning swim at the beach followed by lunch out somewhere.” She loves Jessie’s Curry Kitchen, an Indian/Malaysian restaurant in Inglewood.

“It’s just really amazing soul food.”

While she’s working on new material in her home studio this summer, Katy is also appearing with Brooklyn outfit Big Thief (22 February) at one of the hundreds of events at this year’s Perth International Arts Festival (PIAF), which takes over traditional and unexpected venues throughout February.

“My pleasure in February is seeing other people’s pleasure,” says PIAF’s artistic director Wendy Martin. “It’s hard work but the delight comes from the response of the audiences.”

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Long Chim Tuck Shop, Nyungar artist Laurel Nannup’s First Contact, Long Chim Tuck Shop, view from Wildflower at the Como, Nyungar elder Walter McGuire, Long Chim Tuck Shop courtyard.

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Away from the kitchen Jed spends his time as many locals do. “I head to Floreat Beach where you can take the dog for a walk and go for a swim,” he says.

It’s hard to escape the lure of blue during Perth’s summer. New developments have added seaside dining options at City Beach and Scarborough is in the midst of a $100 million revamp. But for all the talk by local councils of dining and entertainment hubs, it’s the simplicity of a splash or a stroll along the foreshore of the northern beaches that is the city’s big drawcard.

“I distinctly remember having a cassette tape of the Beach Boys that we always listened to on the way to beach,” singer Katy Steele says. She grew up in the Perth suburb of Jandakot. “Me and my three brothers would pile into the family van and cruise down to the beach singing along to Brian Wilson’s amazing melodies.”

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arriving from Sydney via London. “Summer here is very different, thank goodness,” she says, adding that one of her favourite spots is Leighton Beach. “The juxtaposition of nature and the industry of the port makes it [look] like a Jeffrey Smart painting.”

Creative cool Another of Wendy’s favourite summer hangouts is Chicho Gelato in Northbridge. The store is run by husband-andwife team Cesare and Carly DeBartolo and queues during summer can snake down the street. Using all-natural pastes created from local, seasonal ingredients, they serve up scoops of salted caramel, chocolate with passionfruit jubes and green tea and mochi cake.

Carly has come up with a signature flavour for PIAF this year. Throughout all the venues, the scent of lemon myrtle, a rainforest tree and bush food, will enhance the experience.

There’s also a signature cocktail featuring the flavour, and Carly has taken the concept one

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Wendy lists the opening event, Boorna Waanginy: The Trees Speak (10–12 February) as one she’s excited about. “Kings Park will become an extraordinary canvas for a walk-through experience that celebrates the incredible, diverse ecology of southwestern Australia. People will walk in along Fraser Avenue and the trees will begin blossoming, there’ll be bees and snakes crawling through the branches and giant numbats.” It’s all done with assistance of lights and technology.

Then there’s an outdoor stage at the Chevron Festival Gardens, with its focus on contemporary music from artists such as Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Toro Y Moi and the Evan Sherman Big Band. For something completely different there’s also Before the Siren, a one-day feminist footy festival created by Melbourne artist Lara Thomas and Perth duo Snapchat. “We’ve got high, low and all the art in between,” Wendy says.

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step further, adding crushed lemon myrtle leaves to gelato along with fresh, local macadamias she’s roasted in-house, to create a festival ice cream. “The macadamia gives it a bit of crunch,” Carly says. “And some depth,” Wendy says, at the inaugural taste test.

So, whether you’re watching an exciting modern performance of A O Lang Pho by Nouveau Cirque du Vietnam or viewing Rolf de Heer and Molly Reynold’s new movie Tracking Country, you can do so with a unique taste of Perth.

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Stay at hip boutique digs, the Alex Hotel, in the heart of the arts and entertainment district at Northbridge. alexhotel.com.au Eat in the sunny courtyard of Long Chim Tuck Shop, the fast and tasty lunchtime offshoot of David Thompson’s Thai restaurant. longchimperth.com Drink on the split-level deck at relaxed beer and burger bar, Mechanics Institute. mechanicsinstitutebar. com.au Splurge on fresh WA seafood and local wines as the sun goes down at Odyssea Beach Cafe, overlooking City Beach. odysseabeachcafe.com.au Play at one of the hundreds of events – free and ticketed – during the Perth International Arts Festival (10 February to 5 March).

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If you’ve only ever seen photographs of Rottnest Island, you might think they’ve been retouched. After all, how can it be so beautiful and yet not be one of the world’s must-see destinations? It’s a mystery because this place is, to coin a cliché, postcard perfect. Rent a cabin or book a room at Hotel Rottnest and spend time pedalling to the spectacular headland at the island’s farthest point and swimming in turquoise waters.

The Basin is protected from the open sea and offers pristine snorkelling in calm waters. And, of course, there are Rottnest’s cutest residents, the quokkas. They like to hang out near the bakery to sneak pie crumbs, but the best time to see them is on late-afternoon walks near the country club.

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They call him “The Seinfeld Marketing Guy” because JD (as he’s known by most) convinced the superstar to come out of retirement & be spokesman for a small Australian financial institution, the Greater Building Society - a marketing coup of massive proportions!

The result of John’s Seinfeld campaign?

The building society TRIPLED its home loan market share virtually overnight!!

And Seinfeld went on record saying “JD was the smartest marketing mind he had ever worked with!” (High praise indeed!)

“JD Is The Best Marketing Person I Have Ever Worked With”

John is the perfect presenter for any industry’s Conference or Convention because his down- to-earth delivery of incredibly valuable marketing tips is both entertaining and “enterTRAINING”.

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GOLD COAST & SYDNEY SEMINARS TO SHOW BUSINESS OWNERS HOW TO EASILY ATTRACT NEW CLIENTS - ONLINE & OFFLINE! Jerry Seinfeld gets hundreds of requests from businesses around the world, asking him to endorse their products.

He says no to 99% of them.

One exception was a proposal from Australian marketing guru, John Dwyer, who shocked the marketing world when he coaxed Jerry Seinfeld out of retirement to be the spokesman for one of his clients, the Greater Building Society.

This was a coup of gigantic proportions.

And the campaign delivered whopping dividends to the building society, with its home loan market share tripling in just 24 months.

Even Seinfeld himself said Dwyer “was the cleverest marketing person he had ever worked with.”

Now THAT’S an endorsement!

Dwyer is an “in-demand” business marketing coach and speaker, who has an extraordinary record of massively increasing sales for businesses.

He is a much sought-after keynote speaker for industry and company conventions.

His business is aptly called The Institute Of Wow and he holds world records for the avalanche sales increases he has delivered to clients like Channel 9 (world ratings record), KFC, News Ltd., Westfield, the NRL and Madura Tea – just to name a few.

He’s revealing his “Wow Marketing System” to business owners at his 1 Day Event: • Gold Coast – Friday 10 Feb, 2017 • Sydney – Thursday 23 Feb, 2017 • Gold Coast – Friday 10 March, 2017 • Sydney – Fri 24 March, 2017 One Sydney tourism business saw annual sales skyrocket from $10m to $14m with just one of his “outside the box” ideas.

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“Wow Client Attraction Formula” Works For Any Industry!

Dwyer is a marketing maverick – his “thinking” is refreshingly unconventional and very different from most advertising agencies.

It’s based on “emotional direct-response” techniques – both online and offline.

Dwyer says, “When you’ve done as much marketing for all sorts of businesses as I have, you learn what works and what doesn’t.

And as a result of years of testing ideas, I have created a Client Attraction System that enjoys incredible sales results.”

Owners of both large and small businesses have heralded Dwyer’s Wow Client Attraction Formula as ingenious and it has been proven to work across more than 50 industries.

Butcher Makes An Extra $1 Million From One Of Dwyer’s Wow Ideas!

Regional NSW butcher, Kerry Buttsworth, says “My annual turnover across three stores catapulted from $3 million to over $4 million because of one brilliant marketing idea he gave me - a fuel discount loyalty program where I give customers 10 cents per litre fuel discount for every $50 spent.

My stores are outside Woolworths & I’m now easily beating them at meat sales!

His one day event is an insanely valuable eye-opener, that’s for sure!”

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Trond Smith of Adphence Signage implemented Dwyer’s system and says, “Within just a month, my sales had doubled. Not only did his system create more leads, but it also increased my conversion rate from 25% to nearly 80%.”

Restaurant Profits Go From $120,000 to $440,000 In One Year!

Sanctuary Cove restaurant owner, Steve Fenton, says, “My annual profit skyrocketed from $120,000 to $440,000 because of John’s incredibly powerful step by step marketing formula.

He’s a genius without equal I believe!”

“How To Attract New Clients” Event • Gold Coast – Friday 10 Feb, 2017 • Sydney – Thursday 23 Feb, 2017 • Gold Coast – Friday 10 March, 2017 • Sydney – Fri 24 March, 2017 Tickets are normally $497 for this 1 Day Seminar, but as a special offer for our magazine readers, a limited number of tickets are available for just $97 per person and can be gained at www.explodeyoursales.com.au At this event, Dwyer will also be showing business owners how to create a website that “sells”. Dwyer says, “About 90% of business websites are woeful, they are simply information centres and have none of the persuasive direct-response inclusions that turn visitors into buyers. At my event I’ll be demonstrating how easy it is to fix your website and turn it into a 24/7 sales machine.” The event covers both “business to business” and “business to consumer” marketing ideas.

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Essentials I JETSTAR NEWS

Andrew Mellody of Co-Ground in Vanuatu.

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CO-GROUND GETS A FLYING START TO HELP END POVERTY IN THE PHILIPPINES CO-GROUND, a global community of changemakers, is the 15th Australian recipient of a Jetstar Flying Start grant.

The not-for-profit organisation is on a mission to tackle the poverty crisis in the Philippines and will be using the $30,000 Jetstar Flying Start grant to establish a local education and leadership program there, doubling Co-Ground’s reach across the Asia Pacific region.

Co-Ground founder Andrew Mellody says, “Following the success of our work in Vanuatu, we

want to expand our CoGround community to the Philippines. With Jetstar’s support, we will now be able to develop new community-led education and livelihood programs, starting in Manila.

“The Jetstar Flying Start grant will be integral to the early stages of our expansion. The $15,000 in flights will allow us to establish regular communication channels, flying the Australian program team directly to Manila to connect with community partners and provide training and support. The $15,000 in

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cash will help establish a local program team and resource local community leaders,” Andrew says.

Jetstar Australia and New Zealand Chief Executive Officer, Dean Salter, was on the judging panel that awarded the grant and was impressed with the organisation’s ambitious and innovative approach to helping end poverty.

“Jetstar was blown away not only by Co-Ground’s inspiring vision, but also the well-developed strategy behind its planned expansion in the

To become a volunteer or to find out more about how you can help with Co-Ground’s vision of a world without poverty by 2030, visit co-ground.org

Asia Pacific region that will make a real difference to the lives of local people.

We’re excited about the Flying Start grant being able to help the CoGround team achieve their dreams,” Dean says.

The Co-Ground team consists of 30 skilled volunteers in Australia, eight empowered villages in Vanuatu and a supportive network of ambassadors, entertainers and advisors across Australia.

For more information on Jetstar’s Flying Start program, full details are available at jetstar.com/flyingstart

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JOHN STEFFENSEN LEADS AN EXCLUSIVE LITTLE ATHLETICS TRAINING SESSION Former Olympian John Steffensen recently travelled to Western Australia’s Northam Little Athletics Club to host an exclusive training session for one lucky Jetstar Little Athletics participant.

Seven-year-old Siena Barr from the club was the first winner of the Little Jetstars competition, winning an exclusive training session with John – a Jetstar Big Hero.

John designed a specific training session for Siena and her friends who received one-on-one coaching from the former Olympian.

To see all the fun Siena and her club mates had with John, visit the Jetstar Australia Facebook page at facebook.com/JetstarAustralia

Keeping you moving at your destination JETSTAR CUSTOMERS now have more choice than ever before with Jetstar’s recent partnership with car hire aggregator Car Trawler.

Offering competitive prices across Jetstar’s growing network, customers will have access to a range of hire car options that can be conveniently added to your holiday booking via Jetstar.com

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Young change-maker Kristian Martinow (inset) is behind social enterprise The Timekeeper.

Young people

empowering young people YOUNG PEOPLE are facing a future filled with adversity and challenges.

Globally, 124 million kids under 15 years are without schooling and in Australia 50,000 young people are homeless.

Young change-maker Kristian Martinow is leading a new social enterprise called The Timekeeper. He’s on a mission to help young people find the support and self-belief they need to discover their inner purpose and enjoy healthy, happy lives.

Proceeds from the sale of The Timekeeper’s minimalist watch designs help fund life-changing projects delivered by community organisation Youth Off The Streets and 40K PLUS in India.

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As Kristian says, “Time is precious. You have the power to decide how to use it, the impact you will have, and the lives you will change. Define your moment.”

Kooks is proud to support young, passionate people like Kristian who are using their time and talents to make a difference. thetimekeeper.co To find out more about this and other projects you can support by drinking Kooks wine on your Jetstar flight, visit kooks.com.au

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS StarKids helps Sokha grow her business and meet her children’s needs WORDS MARGARET SPENCER

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Sokha can now cover her children’s education costs and give them every chance to follow their dreams.

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inger, technician, police officer, teacher; Sokha’s children have big dreams for their future.

Thanks to a project funded by StarKids in Cambodia, Sokha can now support them to follow these dreams.

Sokha and her husband are raising five children – one son, two nieces, a nephew and one grandchild. “They’ve lived with me since they were babies,” she explained.

“I love them [all] as my children.”

On a meagre income from chicken farming and her husband’s taxi driving, however, meeting the children’s needs was a constant struggle.

The Sustainable

Business Development Project supports small business owners like Sokha, providing them with skills training, business know-how and access to finance so they can increase their incomes in the long term.

Through this project Sokha’s learned how to “take care of chickens, produce vaccines to protect them from disease, vaccinate them and feed them with good food”.

With these new skills she can now breed healthier chickens and produce more eggs to feed her family and sell in the marketplace.

Sokha also joined a community savings group supported by the project.

Group members pool their savings, which they

MAKE YOUR DESTINATION A BETTER PLACE FOR CHILDREN Through StarKids, Jetstar and World Vision Australia are partnering to improve the lives of children and communities in need.

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“I’ve had four loans already,” Sokha continued. “In this way, I can increase my income.

I’ve used the loans from the savings group to buy chicken feed and things for school for the children.”

With the support of Jetstar customers who’ve donated to StarKids, this project is enabling thousands of farming families like Sokha’s across Cambodia to change their lives.

This project is also supported by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

can then access as low interest loans to support their business or cover household expenses. *Funds raised in financial year to date since July 2016. Total raised since 2007.

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YOUR FLIGHT I TIPS & FACTS

THE SCIENCE OF FLYING How much do you know about the art of flight?

Undertand how planes work and add a fascinating dimension to your appreciation of modern air travel

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To understand exactly how planes get up off the ground and stay there, a course in physics is necessary. Newton’s third law of motion states “for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction”. Applied to flight, there needs to be an equal force applied while the plane moves forward and upward to keep it in the sky, which is drag pushing backwards and gravity pushing downwards. When all four of these forces work in conjunction, you have flight.

ENGINE

UP, UP & AWAY POWER Thrust moves a plane forwards, but what moves it upwards? The thrust of the plane pushes air backwards and over the wings. The design of the wings moves the air up and over until the air pushes the plane upwards, creating the lift needed to fly. This lift holds the plane in the sky because there is an equal force between the push down (weight of the plane) and the push upwards (the lift), completing the law of motion. The engine works to move the plane forward, while the wings work to move it upwards.

Humble beginnings The Wright brothers were the first to achieve sustained, controlled, powered, heavierthan-air manned flight in 1903. Orville Wright’s flight may have only lasted 12 seconds, but it revolutionised transport. The formula used to overcome lift and drag is similar to that used today.

DID you KNOW? Glider planes have no engine, so they have to be angled downwards in flight to fly fast enough to produce the speed needed for lift.

play A plane’s engine has dual purpose.

If the thrust force created by the engines exceeds the resistance, including drag, then it will move forward. The streamlined, aerodynamic design of aircraft also helps reduce drag by decreasing the aircraft’s air resistance.

A commercial aircraft flies at an average speed of

FUN FACT:

900KM PER HOUR

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INTERNATIONAL Operated by Jetstar Airways Operated by Jetstar Asia Operated by Jetstar Pacific

Flights are operated

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Tokyo (Narita) Nagoya (Chubu)

Osaka (Kansai) Guiyang Shantou Guangzhou Hanoi

Taipei

Hong Kong Haikou Sanya

Yangon Da Nang Siem Reap Bangkok Phnom Penh

Hawaii (Honolulu)

Manila

Ho Chi Minh City

Phuket Penang 118 Medan

Kuala Lumpur

Pekanbaru

Singapore

Palembang Jakarta Surabaya Bali (Denpasar)

Darwin Fiji (Nadi)

Cairns Townsville Proserpine

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Brisbane Gold Coast Perth Adelaide

Sydney Melbourne (Tullamarine)

Auckland Wellington Christchurch

Queenstown

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Hanoi

Sapporo

Hai Phong Thanh Hoa Vinh Dong Hoi Hue Da Nang Chu Lai Pleiku Quy Nhon

Tokyo (Narita) Nagoya (Chubu)

Matsuyama Osaka (Kansai) Fukuoka Takamatsu Oita Kumamoto

Tuy Hoa Buon Ma Thuot

Phu Quoc

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Auckland New Plymouth Nelson

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Queenstown

Napier Palmerston North Wellington Christchurch Dunedin

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Sunshine Coast

Ayers Rock (Uluru)

Brisbane

Gold Coast

Ballina Byron Perth

Newcastle

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ARRIVING AT OUR DESTINATIONS How to get from the airport to town Adelaide 9km 20 mins Approx $20-30 Route J1 or J2 every 15-30 mins. Route J1X every hour.

Tickets from $3.20-$5.10.

Auckland 22km 30 mins Approx NZ$75-90 SkyBus. Every 10-30 mins. Adult NZ$16, child NZ$6; return: adult NZ$28, child NZ$12. Takes 40-60 mins 380 Airporter bus service to Manukau City Centre.

Every 20-30 mins, NZ$5.

Ayers Rock/Uluru 120

6km (Ayers Rock Resort) 10 mins Complimentary shuttle buses to Ayers Rock Resort meet every flight. Taxis not available.

Ballina/Byron Blanch’s Bus route 640 connects to Ballina, Lennox Head, Byron Bay and Mullumbimby.

From $3.80 adult.

TO BYRON BAY 31km 30 mins Approx $80-90 Various shuttle buses available. Prices start at $20.

Enquire at airport information desk.

TO BALLINA 5km 7 mins Approx $15-20

Brisbane 16km 25 mins Approx $40-50 Con-x-ion Bus.

Every 40 mins.

Adult $20, return $36. $10 for additional passengers.

Airtrain. Every 15 mins approx. Adult $17; return $32.

Cairns 6km 10 mins Approx $20-30 Sun Palm Shuttle.

Adult $15, child $7.50. Also operates to Port Douglas: adult $44, child $23.50.

Christchurch 12km 20 mins Approx NZ$45-$65 Super Shuttle. NZ$24 for one person, NZ$5 for additional passengers.

Metro Bus Purple line or 29: Every 30 mins. Adult NZ$8, child NZ$5; return: adult NZ$14, child NZ$8.50.

Darwin 13km 15 mins Approx $20-30 Darwin Airport Shuttle.

Meets all flights. Adult $18, child $8; return: adult $30, child $14. Group discounts available.

Dunedin 30km 30 mins Approx NZ$90-100 Super Shuttle, NZ$30 for one person, NZ$10 for additional passengers.

Gold Coast 23km (Surfers Paradise) 40 mins $59 flat rate to Surfers Paradise. $49 flat rate to Broadbeach. See rank supervisor.

Con-x-ion Bus.

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Every 15-30 mins. Adult $22, child $13; return: adult $41, child $22 (bookings essential).

Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle.

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Bus 777 and 760. Every 30 mins. Tickets from $8.60.

Hamilton Island 5 mins Free airport transfers offered to guests of selected hotels and holiday homes.

Hobart 19km 20 mins Approx $40-50 Redline Airporter meets every flight. Adult $18, child $14; return: adult $32, child $25.

Launceston 15km 15 mins Approx $30-40 Redline Airporter meets every flight. Adult $18, child $14; return: adult $32, child $25.

Mackay TO MACKAY 7km 15 mins Approx $15-25 TO AIRLIE BEACH 160km 2 hours Whitsunday Transfers.

Adult $69, child (4-15 yrs) $35; return: adult $120, child $60.

Melbourne (Avalon) TO GEELONG 20km 25 mins Approx $50 Airport Shuttle. Adult $22,

child $15; return: $34. Also operates to Bellarine, adult $30, child $16, return: $60; and Great Ocean Rd: Adult $32, child $26, return: $64.

TO MELBOURNE CBD 55km 45 mins Approx $130 Sita Coaches to Melbourne. Adult $22, child $10; return: $42.

Melbourne (Tullamarine) 25km 25 mins Approx $60-70 SkyBus. Every 10 mins.

Adult $18, child $9; return: adult $36, child $18.

Skybus operates Express to Southern Cross Station with free city hotel shuttle connections and services to St Kilda and Frankston.

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Village Shuttle to Hastings, NZ$38, and Havelock North NZ$40, NZ$5 for additional passengers.

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Port Stephens Coach route 130. Adult $4.60, child $2.30.

New Plymouth 12km 15 mins Approx NZ$40 Scotts Airport Shuttle (bookings preferred). From NZ$18, NZ$4 for additional passengers.

Palmerston North 5km 10 mins Approx NZ$20 Super Shuttles. Adult NZ$18, NZ$4 for additional passengers.

Perth 12km (domestic terminal); 19km (international terminal) 40 mins Approx $35-45 Perth Airport Connect.

Tickets $15; return: $30.

Transperth Bus 40 from T3/T4. Route 380 from T1/T2.

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Queenstown 8km 10 mins Approx NZ$30-40 SuperShuttle. NZ$20 for one person, NZ$6 for additional passengers.

Connectabus. Every 15 mins. Adult NZ$12; child NZ$5.50.

Sunshine Coast TO NOOSA 30km 30 mins Approx $80 Henry’s Airporter shuttle

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bus. Adult $30, child $16; return: adult $60, child $32 Translink Bus 622, adult $9.70, child $4.80.

TO MAROOCHYDORE 9km 12 mins Approx $23 Con-x-ion buses. Adult $20, child $12, return: adult $40, child $22.

TransLink Bus 622.

Adult $5.60, child $2.80.

Sydney 8km 20 mins Approx $45-55 Airport Link Train. Every 10 mins approx (weekdays).

Domestic terminal: Adult starting from $17, child $13.60.

International terminal: Adult $17.80, child $14.

Townsville 6km 10 mins Approx $20-30 Airport shuttle. Adult $10, child $5.

Wellington 8km 25 mins Approx NZ$30-40 SuperShuttle. NZ$20 for one person, NZ$5 for additional passengers.

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Scrat accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that threaten the Ice Age world.

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Street-wise Max doesn’t expect much from the new waitress at her night job, a rich girl who has reluctantly joined the food service industry after a string of bad luck. But to her surprise, Caroline is a woman of substance and just may be her ticket to success.

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Hashtag-free holiday Imagine a holiday undisturbed by social media and email?

Jayne D’Arcy did – and lived to tell the tale

Try it for yourself

holidays. One, a mountain scene captured on that email-free trek, scored a record number of likes.

But not being able to snap and share this moment on the lawns was killing me.

What to do? I took a pic, put down my phone and let it be.

It was the same with aqua-marine water and whiter-than-white sand. Big merinos. Big submarines. Kids jumping off big submarines.

No record of it for my friends to admire. It took a couple of days before I stopped trying to get the most interesting, unique

So I decided to raise the bar this holiday.

I decided to make it a hashtag-free holiday shots of where we were and what we were doing.

Checking the photos on my phone mid-way through the trip, I realised there were hardly any. I’d stopped taking them.

I won’t get all deep and meaningful and declare that I started truly

living in the moment (though that was one of the outcomes of my email-free trek) but I did have more time. I wasn’t spending hours trying to take the perfect Instagrammable shot, I wasn’t thinking about what I was seeing in terms of hashtags, and I wasn’t repeatedly checking how many likes I was getting.

And what’s not to like about that?

Jayne D’Arcy is a travel writer based in Melbourne who loves to hike, bike and snap. Follow her adventures on Instagram via @jayne.darcy

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I RECENTLY undertook the unthinkable: a week on holiday without checking my email. Not once. Sure, there was initial panic and a few “What if?”s. But I was up-to-date with life and I figured the world could wait while I went trekking. After that, it was time for checking.

I took a deep breath. I’d missed nothing. I’d been Instagramming like mad, mind you. So I decided to raise the bar this holiday.

I decided to make it a hashtag-free holiday.

So I’m rolling down the lawns of Parliament House in Canberra with my kids. It’s a supersunny day and the scene is perfect. “This will look amazing on Insta!” I think. But then I remember my selfimposed rule.

Before setting off on this family road trip along Australia’s east coast, I’d posted a photo of a classic Aussie saying that I’d scrawled on my whiteboard: ‘See you in the soup’. It’s slang for ‘See you around’. But not on this holiday. Would anyone notice my online absence? Since joining Instagram I’ve posted hundreds of photos of my

* ROW 57 IS THE LAST ROW OF SEATING ON JETSTAR’S 787 AIRCRAFT.

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wineregions With stunning landscapes, intimate winery experiences, outdoor activities, boutique accommodation and great food and wine, why not make one of Australia’s or New Zealand’s wine regions a top priority for your next holiday or long weekend?

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This ethos is core to the De Bortoli business. “It’s about bringing people together, celebrating and enjoying life,” adds Sally.

In vino veritas De Bortoli Wines’ cellar door is decorated with trophies, books and historical photographs – an inviting place to taste a singlevineyard Yarra Valley Chardonnay or the award-winning Noble One, a dessert wine that’s perfect with a ripe French cheese from the cellar door’s custom built cheese maturation room. Here you can also try wines from across the renowned winemaking regions where De Bortoli estates are located.

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Like many migrants before him, he must have been full of mixed emotions – sadness at leaving his birthplace (and his fiancé Giuseppina who was to join him later), nervous expectation about what lay ahead, and hope for the future.

More than 90 years on, the De Bortoli winery in Victoria’s

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Yarra Valley reveals a snapshot of Vittorio’s legacy. An hour’s drive from Melbourne, rolling hills of neatly tended vines surrounded by lush green lawns and white and yellow rose bushes stretch as far as the eye can see. The cellar door devoted to the estate’s awardwinning wines and the De Bortoli family’s Italian culinary heritage is an irresistible invitation to stop.

Sally Webber, a fourth generation De Bortoli, grew up in the Yarra Valley vineyard and her grandparents’ winery in southwestern New South Wales’ Riverina.

“Our days would consist of running around Nonna’s giant old olive tree, picking wild strawberries and playing with the dogs until we’d hear her call us inside for dinner; usually a bowl of risotto covered in parmigiano,” Sally says. “Now that we are older, life has become busier, but delicious food and wine still brings us all together.”

De Bortoli’s Italian family heritage is central to the experience of visiting the Yarra Valley winery and Locale Restaurant captures the essence of Italian hospitality and cuisine. The terracotta-tiled restaurant’s French doors open onto spectacular views of the vines, and the airy room inspires special celebrations or the pleasure of simply being together with friends and family.

Chef Adam Mead and his team pay tribute to the best of Italian cuisine. Think hand-rolled gnocchi served with a rich pork ragu, a creamy risotto with duck and beetroot, or spaghettini with crab – all prepared simply with local produce. “I love the simplicity and honest authenticity of Italian cuisine,” Adam says.

“The Italian history of De Bortoli is key to how we approach our work. We always keep the family history and tradition in mind when working on new dishes or developing the menu,” he says.

It’s a family tradition – now in the fourth De Bortoli generation – that would make Vittorio and Giuseppina proud.

De Bortoli Wines is at 58 Pinnacle Lane, Dixons Creek. Open daily from 10am to 5pm. debortoli.com.au

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The Craft of Good Wine

Handcrafted wines supporting inspiring individuals. kooks.com.au

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LIKE ALL GOOD THINGS, KOOKS BEGAN WITH AN IDEA. OVER A BOTTLE OF WINE ONE EVENING, ALEC LAW, CHRIS TUCKER AND JAMIE HUGHES DECIDED TO CREATE A WINE COMPANY THAT GAVE BACK, AND KOOKS, A SOCIAL WINERY, WAS BORN. WITH EVERY DROP of Kooks sold, profits are dedicated to those who are doing good in this world. Kooks believes in small businesses with big hearts and people striving to make a difference.

By buying a glass of Kooks wine on your Jetstar flight, you can help Kooks carry on its labour of love supporting inspirational causes such as these.

PLAYGROUND IDEAS Founded by Melbournelocal Marcus Veerman, Playground Ideas (PI) understands the importance of play.

The free step-by-step construction manuals for playgrounds are designed to help create stimulating and safe play spaces for children, built using local materials, tools, and skills. With PI’s help, 950 remote or resourcepoor communities in 72 countries have been able to create playgrounds for their kids.

LABOURS STREAT Bec Scott and Kate Barrelle set out to empower young people with their organisation STREAT. Through employment and on-the-job training in hospitality, STREAT gives homeless and disadvantaged young people invaluable skills and much-needed confidence. Since starting out with a humble coffee cart and nine trainees in Melbourne’s Federation Square, STREAT has grown to encompass eight thriving businesses, including cafés, a catering company, bakery and coffee roaster.

GERALDINE COX Geraldine Cox is an Australian icon who has worked tirelessly for two decades, helping at-risk communities in Cambodia.

Through her organisation Sunrise Cambodia, Geraldine has cared for hundreds of orphaned and impoverished Cambodian children, and worked closely with community leaders to implement a range of wide-reaching health, education and development programs.

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Our favourite wine trends, foodie festivals and top drops

Big names and boutique brands abound in New South Wales

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The Sunshine State shows it can shine in the vines

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Discover the Western blend of fine wines and good times WORDS SARAH GAMBONI

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You’re never far from a worldclass wine region in Victoria

20 I TASMANIA Bite into the Apple Isle’s winning combination of art and culture

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Wine regions and Jetstar Jetstar is proud to fly passengers to wine regions across Australia and New Zealand. If you’re on a business class flight, discover Jetstar’s award-winning wine list, curated by Jetstar’s wine panel – Matt Skinner, Lisa McGuigan and Usher Tinkler – featuring premium wines from across the network.

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News & events Keep your calendar full with our favourite events and the wine fridge stocked with the best drops

Events Rutherglen on a plate

Hunter Valley Wine & Food Festival 1 May to 30 June Hunter Valley, NSW

Rediscover Australia’s oldest wine region over two months of gourmet experiences featuring both young guns and old hands. winecountry.com.au

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Tastes of Rutherglen UNDER $50

2014 Rob Dolan White Label Cabernet Sauvignon, $35

11-12 March Rutherglen, VIC

This progressive feast of fine wines and premium produce sprawls over the Labour Day long weekend, with 19 participating vineyards providing wine tastings, food pairings and masterclasses. tastesofrutherglen.com.au

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2015 Zonzo Estate Chardonnay, $55

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Trend: Urban Cellars Can’t make it out to the wine regions in person?

Fear not – some wineries are opening in the city, bringing the regional wine experience to you.

Among these include Handpicked Wines’ new premises in Sydney’s Chippendale, with tastings offered at the bar. And in Adelaide this month, the 2017 Cellar Door Fest (24-26 February) brings wineries from 15 wine regions across the state to the Adelaide Convention Centre. handpickedwines.com.au, cellardoorfestival.com

Shedfest

14-15 October Yarra Valley, VIC

Support the little guys at this annual celebration of boutique Yarra Valley vineyards as small winemakers throw open their cellar doors for a weekend of wine, food, music and frivolity. yarravalleysmallerwineries. com.au

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From the peninsulas to the valleys, discover world-class prosecco, chardonnay, pinot noir, shiraz and fortifieds

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.VICTORIA. In Victoria, you’re never far from your next wine region.

Taste your way around the state, from the beaches of Mornington and Bellarine, to cool-climate mountains, lush valleys and European-inspired country towns.

COOL CLIMATE WINES IN THE YARRA VALLEY The Yarra Valley, just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne, is home to more than 160 wineries. Play petanque and sip rosé at Dominque Portet.

Savour exceptional pinot noir and contemporary fare at Yering Station. Team fine food and wine with cutting-edge art at TarraWarra or wine and dine in multi-million dollar splendour at Levantine Hill.

If gin is more your thing, head to Four Pillars in Healesville.

Just down the road, familyfriendly pursuits include the Healesville Animal Sanctuary and Hedgend Maze.

The Yarra Valley, just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne, is home to more than 160 wineries

Melbourne’s summer playground, the Mornington Peninsula delivers a boxticking blend of premium chardonnay and pinot noir, top-rated restaurants, pampering and sports. Make your own sparkling wine at Foxeys Hangout, sip pinot noir over a sensational lunch at Ten Minutes by Tractor, wander among grapevines and sculptures at Montalto or book in for a gourmet stay at Polperro. Beyond the tasting counter, surf the back beaches, paddle in Port Phillip Bay, play golf at St Andrews or enjoy a soak at the Peninsula Hot Springs.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: High over the Yarra Valley, Yarra Valley vines, Four Pillars cellar door.

Fly to Melbourne from all major cities.

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Hire a car with Avis or Hertz through Jetstar.com

Average temps of approx 13˚c in winter and 28˚c in summer

Also visit the Grampians and Daylesford

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PIZZERIA E VINI

JOIN US FOR FOOD AND WINE MADE TO BE SHARED A N D S A V O U R E D. Zonzo Estate restaurant, and our exciting new cellar door, is only 1 hour from Melbourne.

Wander by our vines and inhale panoramic views of the Yarra Valley.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re open Wed-Sun, book in for some time out.

ZONZO ESTATE NO.957 HEALESVILLE -YARRA GLEN RD YARRA GLEN VIC 3775 PH.+61 3 9730 2500

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BEACHES AND SEAFOOD ON THE BELLARINE PENINSULA On the other side of Port Phillip Bay, the Bellarine offers a laidback coast-meets-country escape. Follow the Bellarine Taste Trail to Scotchmans Hill, Terindah Estate and Jack Rabbit, sampling the region’s cool-climate shiraz, pinot noir and chardonnay. From the Peninsula’s abundant farms and waterways, try olive oils, artisan cheese, pick-your-own berries and Portarlington mussels. Stroll to the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse, catch a wave at Bells Beach, or snorkel in the calm waters of the bay.

LIVE LA DOLCE VITA IN THE KING VALLEY

PHOTOGRAPHY DAL ZOTTO WINES, RUTHERGLEN ESTATE, BASIL’S FARM

Enjoy a gourmet getaway with an Italian accent in the King Valley, three hours north of Melbourne. At the new Chrismont cellar door, lunch on antipasto, pasta and a bottle of pinot grigio while admiring the breathtaking views. Visit Dal Zotto in the charming town of Cheshunt for relaxed trattoria dining, delicious prosecco and a game of bocce. Or, head to nearby Pizzini for nebbiolo and sangiovese, and a cooking class with Katrina Pizzini.

Beyond the wine trails, hiking, horse riding and mountain biking await.

BIG REDS IN HEATHCOTE Full-bodied shiraz is the mainstay in the gold rush town of Heathcote, an hour and a half north of Melbourne.

Cellar-worthy examples can be found at Jasper Hill and Sanguine Estate. To soak up the clean country air, cycle the 50km O’Keefe Rail Trail from Heathcote to Bendigo.

Visit 19 vineyards during the Taste of Rutherglen Festival, on 11-12 March.

FIRESIDE FORTIFIEDS IN RUTHERGLEN For lovers of Australian fortifieds, a visit to Rutherglen is a must. Luscious topaque, muscat, muscadelle and tawny are the stars and outstanding examples are available at Stanton & Killeen, All Saints Estate, Campbells, Chambers Rosewood and Rutherglen Estate. The best way to experience them all, with a side order of regional cuisine, is at the Taste of Rutherglen Festival from 11-12 March.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Stop at Basil’s Farm on the Bellarine Taste Trail, Dal Zotto, raising a glass in Rutherglen.

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WORLD-CLASS WINES IN THE WEST A rugged farming region in the state’s west, the Great Western is home to some of the country’s most refined wines.

Best’s Great Western produced the 2017 James Halliday Wine of the Year, the Thomson Family Shiraz. Visit the historyladen cellar door, housed in an old tin cottage, to learn more about this family winery and its acclaimed grape vines, believed to be some of the oldest in the world. At historic Seppelt, discover The Drives, 3km of cellars that lie under the winery built in 1868 for the maturation of sparkling wine.

Mount Langi Ghiran is another must, thanks to its stellar shiraz and contemporary winery. Bed down at the Royal Mail Hotel in Dunkeld, home to a new cellar door and tasting experience, plus an esteemed restaurant.

MILDURA On the edge of the Murray River, Mildura is one of the nation’s food bowls, with an abundance of fresh fruit, nuts, fish and meat. Twenty per cent of Australia’s wine grapes also flourish in this Mediterranean climate.

Enjoy classics such as chardonnay, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon, but keep an eye out for emerging varieties such as tempranillo, sangiovese and nero d’Avola.

Work your way around the region from the comfort of the Sunraysia Cellar Door, or board a paddleboat for a leisurely cruise down the river.

STEEPED IN HISTORY

MACEDON RANGES This mountainous region is famed for producing coolclimate wine and bone-chilling legends (it’s the setting for Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock). After a day spent tasting pinot noir at Curly Flat, riesling at Granite Hills and sparkling wine at Hanging Rock Winery, take your pick of cute country towns lined with cafés and galleries, including Kyneton, Woodend, Lancefield and Gisborne.

DE BORTOLI WINES Started by an Italian couple fleeing war-torn Europe and helmed by generations of the same family, De Bortoli has grown into one of Australia’s bestknown winemakers. Visit the Yarra Valley cellar door and Locale restaurant and gain a better sense of the impact of European migrants on our wine industry.

TOP TO BOTTOM: De Bortoli Yarra Valley, hikers on Hanging Rock, sunrise on the Murray River.

Rutherglen was a booming wine region until the late 1800s, when the phylloxera pest all but destroyed the industry. A century on, Rutherglen Estates returned to bring new life to the vineyard established by the Burgoyne brothers, the original founders of Rutherglen Estates in the 1800s. Visit the cellar door in the historic Tuileries building, in the heart of Rutherglen.

PHOTOGRAPHY ALAMY, ROBERTO SEBA

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YARRA VALLEY The Yarra Valley, and all it offers, is only an hour from Melbourne city and Tullamarine airport. An easy drive to enjoy pristine country air, internationally awarded wine, vibrant local produce, and fabulous bespoke shopping.

Home to three restaurants that have achieved the very prestigious honour of receiving ‘Hats’ in the Age Good Food Guide for 2017; The Healesville Hotel, Chateau Yering and Ezard @ Levantine Hill – there is no shortage of quality food and wine experiences.

The Alternative Taste Trail in the Yarra Valley really highlights the diversity available in the region. Famously known for the production of high quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay it’s a great treat to travel the back roads and find the secrets from around the globe.

Enjoy the Tarrawarra Museum of Art – for both their extraordinary exhibitions and the impressive architecture. Afterwards wander next door to the recently renovated TarraWarra restaurant and cellar door. Try the Art Lives Here Trail for more ideas. visityarravalley.com.au visityarravalley.com.au/top-trails

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Situated in the heart of the stunning Yarra Valley, Zonzo Estate is surrounded by forty-five acres of vines, luscious lawns and picturesque views.

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AT ZONZO ESTATE, the traditional Italian custom of the ‘shared table’ brings friends and family together to indulge in the very best of authentic Italian cuisine and premium wine.

In April 2016, Zonzo Estate proudly released their first Estate wines.

Included in the release was: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, all of which are receiving astounding reviews.

In 2015 & 2016, Zonzo Estate was announced the National winner in the Restaurant Reception category of the Australian Bridal Industry Awards.

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Swan Valley PERTH Margaret River

The Great Southern

.WONDERS OF. .THE WEST.

Coastal views and towering forests make way for an annual crush that will leave you besotted

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.WESTERN. .AUSTRALIA. From the acclaimed cellar doors of Margaret River to the untapped gems of the Great Southern and the casual fun of the Swan Valley, Western Australia promises a laidback blend of fine wines and good times.

MARGARET RIVER’S PREMIUM POSITION Three hours south of Perth, Margaret River is surrounded by surf beaches and towering karri forests. The region, best known for its elegant cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay and summer-perfect semillon sauvignon blanc, enjoys a warm maritime climate. It’s a relatively young wine region, first planted by Dr John Gladstones in 1967, and its annual crush accounts for just three per cent of Australia’s wine. But the region punches well above its weight in quality, producing 20 per cent of the country’s premium wine.

THE MARGARET RIVER WINE TRAIL With more than 95 cellar doors, you’re never far from your next drink in Margaret River. For serious wine lovers, highlights include tastings and contemporary dining at Vasse Felix, acclaimed biodynamic wines at Cullen, boutique single-vineyard wines from Cape Grace and award-winning wines and European cuisine at Xanadu. Then there are tutored wine flights and multi-course menus at Voyager Estate. At Leeuwin Estate, enjoy a dash of culture with your chardonnay, thanks to the onsite art gallery and popular Concert Series – next up is James Taylor and His All-Star Band on February 18.

Margaret River produces 20% of the country’s premium wine

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For spectacular natural vistas, pencil in a visit to one of Margaret River’s historic lighthouses. Cape Leeuwin, near Augusta, sits at Australia’s most south-westerly point, where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet. Further north, the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, near Dunsborough, offers panoramic views over the Geographe Bay coastline and Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

Just 25 minutes from the centre of Perth, the Swan Valley is perfectly positioned for a laid-back day trip.

Follow up a tasting session at Oakover Grounds with a game of cricket on the lawn, or borrow equipment to fish for rainbow trout and barramundi in the lake. John Kosovich Wines pours single-vineyard chenin blanc, chardonnay and fortifieds in an atmospheric underground cellar.

Soak up the idyllic weather with a range of outdoor activities.

Catch a wave at Busselton, Dunsborough or Yallingup.

Cast a line in Geographe Bay for dhufish, snapper and cod.

Kids will love fishing for herring and squid off the Busselton Jetty. From June to early December, watch the annual whale migration, as humpback, southern right, minke and blue whales cruise along the coast.

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At Frankland River, savour world-class shiraz and aromatic riesling at Frankland Estate, Ferngrove and Alkoomi. Visit Mount Barker for awardwinning wines at West Cape Howe, or head east to Porongurup, where Castle Rock Estate pours exquisite riesling.

Earn your thirst by walking the Castle Rock bush track, a twohour hike through the Stirling Ranges and Mount Gardiner.

On 5 March, experience the best of the region at the Porongurup Wine Festival.

Between the vines at Deep Woods Estate. BELOW, LEFT TO RIGHT: On the hunt with Great Southern Truffles, Howard Park cellar door, tastings at Feral Brewing’s brewpub.

Bunker Bay to Dunsborough, or pack your torch for the possum spotlighting walk through the Tuart Forest National Park.

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SOUTHERN STARS The Great Southern wine region is a sprawling expanse in the state’s south, encompassing five distinct sub-regions. The coastal town of Albany, just over 400km southeast of Perth, acts as the central hub. Standout cellar doors include Howard Park and MadFish Wines. From August until December, the region is awash with wildflowers.

Year-round, cycling, hiking and shipwreck dives await.

A 45-minute drive west of Albany, Denmark is flanked by karri forests and picturesque beaches. The Mediterranean climate produces premium chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and pinot noir, best sampled at Singlefile, Forest Hill and Castelli Estate. Make the most of the location by hiring a 4WD for beach adventures, or following the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk at Tingledale.

Q&A JULIAN LANGWORTHY DEEP WOODS ESTATE

GOURMET GETAWAY No trip to the Great Southern is complete without indulging in the region’s gourmet foods.

Visit the Old Marron Farm in Albany for fresh marron and yabbies, or stock up on firstrate fungi at Great Southern Truffles.

HIGH SPIRITS The Swan Valley is also home to a growing band of boutique distilleries. Visit Old Young’s Distillery for handcrafted spirits, including pavlova-flavoured vodka, aromatic gins and a delectable coffee liqueur, or try Canefire Rum at the Great Northern Distillery in Middle Swan.

BOUTIQUE BREWS On the Swan Valley beer front, The Feral Brewing Company is famous across Australia for its inventive brews, including the Watermelon Warhead and Hop Hog American IPA. After you’ve worked your way through the microbrewery’s boundary-pushing range, enjoy a pub-style lunch on the verandah. Ironbark Brewery offers a huge range of craft beers, flavoured with cherry, desert lime or coconut, plus fruity ciders, casual burgers, pizzas and platters.

After leaving his mark on the South Australian wine industry, Margaret River native Julian Langworthy returned to take the helm at Deep Woods Estate, Yallingup. We talk to the award-winning winemaker about returning to his roots.

What brought you back to Margaret River?

The desire to come home was pretty strong but the main part of that in a wine sense is I think Margaret River makes the best cabernets in the world, with no reservations. I think when they’re great they can be truly exceptional and, hopefully, can stamp a mark on the world cabernet stage.

What’s the appeal of the Margaret River region?

It’s a spectacular place for work-life balance. Natural beauty, great beaches, great food; it really is a kind of winemaking nirvana.

Any advice for wine rookies?

Be adventurous. It can seem a bit daunting – the range and varied grape varieties – but drink widely and boldly.

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Drive the 220km to Margaret River with Avis or Hertz rentals

Average winter temp is 15˚c and summer temp 29˚c

Also visit Busselton Jetty, Geographe Bay and Ngilgi Cave

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.COOL CLIMATE. Explore the possibilities of a premium wine region where nature and art make an impact

Fast gaining a reputation as the home of premium wine in Australia, cool-climate Tasmania offers a choice of four wine trails that traverse the state, connecting cellar doors, gourmet providores and arty experiences.

TOUR THE TAMAR VALLEY WINE TRAIL The cool-climate Tamar Valley region in Tasmania’s north is known for its crisp sparkling wines, chardonnay, riesling and pinot noir. It’s in easy reach of Launceston and home to more than 30 wineries within driving distance of one another (just be sure to nominate a designated driver). Stars include the cutting-edge restaurant and cellar door at Josef Chromy, the lake-view Wine Room at Jansz, the relaxed river-view setting of Tamar Ridge, and the stunning cellar door and café at Pipers Brook Vineyard,

also home to Ninth Island and Kreglinger Wines.

For a culture hit, combine your wine-tasting route with the Tamar Valley Art Trail or, for a wildlife encounter, head to Low Head Coastal Reserve to watch the world’s smallest penguins come in from the sea each night.

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Combine wine tasting with art along the Tamar Valley Art Trail.

WHAT’S HOT AROUND HOBART The Southern Wine Trail covers the Coal River Valley to the east of Hobart, the Derwent Valley to the west and the Huon Valley to the south. The Coal River Valley, just a 20-minute drive from the city, near the historic village of Richmond, is home to a clutch of premium producers crafting fine pinot noir and chardonnay. Seek out the exceptional wines of Pooley, Tolpuddle, and Domaine A Stoney. Fancy some seafood to pair with all that chardonnay?

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Devil’s Corner, Salamanca Markets, Willie Smith’s ciders, Belmont Lodge at Pooley Wines.

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Head to the Bellerive wharf for freshly landed fish, or oysters at Barilla Bay. In the Derwent Valley, Stefano Lubiana beckons for biodynamic wines in a blissful riverfront setting. Nearby, the Huon Valley boasts quality wines at Home Hill, gourmet cafés in the town of Cygnet, artisan ciders at Willie Smith’s Cider House and top-shelf produce such as saffron, berries, cheese and free-range beef.

Set aside at least half a day to take in the delights of MONA, Tasmania’s famous Museum of Old and New Art. After you’ve wandered the gallery, finish with a glass of Moorilla Estate wine at the cellar door. Don’t miss the Salamanca Markets on Saturdays.

soak up sights of the Hazards mountain range with a glass of pinot in hand

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NORTHERN EXPOSURE Use Devonport as your base to explore the North Coast’s stunning coastal drives and lush interiors. Sip cool-climate wines at Ghost Rock while you soak up the sea views, or visit Emilia Wines for a taste of Italy in the town of Spreyton. For a pampering getaway, check into Cradle Mountain Lodge for an ultra-luxe stay in the Tasmanian wilderness.

HONEY Tasmania’s pristine oldgrowth forests make for very happy bees, and happy bees equal good honey.

Pick up Leatherwood honey from Australian Honey Products or Manuka honey from Blue Hills Honey.

CHEESE With cool weather, clean air and lush pastures, Tasmania is a cheesemaker’s dream.

Try artisan cheese at Bruny Island Cheese Company, handmade fromage from The Wicked Cheese Co. and sheep’s cheese by Grandvewe Cheeses.

WHISKY Home to the highest concentration of distilleries in Australia, Tasmania is the whisky state. Sample the handiwork of Bill Lark, ‘Godfather of Australian whisky’, at Lark Distillery, and taste acclaimed single malt at Sullivans Cove.

BEAUTY IN THE EAST The pristine East Coast will leave you on a natural high.

If you’re feeling sprightly, follow the Bay of Fires walk, play golf at Freycinet or take an eco-cruise on Wineglass Bay. Looking for something a little more sedate? The brandspanking Devil’s Corner cellar door offers one of the best views in the region – soak up sights of the Hazards mountain range with a glass of pinot in hand.

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Average temps of 12˚c in winter and 21˚c in summer

Also visit beautiful Bruny Island, off the south-east coast

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.HUNTER. .GATHERER. The winery offerings in the first state are plentiful and ripe for the taking

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SYDNEY Canberra

NEW SOUTH WALES Take your pick of big names and boutique operations in New South Wales, from the world-renowned wineries of the Hunter Valley to the burgeoning vineyards in the Central Ranges, Canberra, Hilltops and Tumbarumba.

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ON TOUR IN THE HUNTER VALLEY Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley is one of the country’s most popular destinations, welcoming more than three million visitors each year. The Hunter Valley, home to more than 150 cellar doors producing acclaimed semillon and shiraz is an easy two-hour drive north of Sydney.

Enjoy a tasting on the verandah at Keith Tulloch, followed by lunch in Muse Kitchen next door. At Usher Tinkler, share a bottle of shirazpinot over a platter of cured meats and cheese. Try Italian

varietals such as pinot grigio, barbera and sangiovese in David Hook’s sandstone cellar door at Pokolbin, or discover why James Halliday named McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant his Winery of the Year for 2017. In the town of Broke, visit Margan for outstanding wines and paddock-to-plate dining.

The Hunter is also blessed with a range of non-vinous activities. Sail over grapevines in a hot-air balloon or helicopter, play golf, stroll through the Hunter Valley Gardens, or take part in a cooking class. To accompany all that wine, stop by Binnorie Dairy or The Smelly Cheese Shop to buy handcrafted cheese and deli goods.

EXPLORE MUDGEE AND ORANGE In the NSW Central Ranges, the towns of Mudgee and Orange promise a gourmet stay.

Outstanding food and wine produce at Margan.

ABOVE: Sail over the Hunter Valley in a hot air ballloon.

Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest wine region, first planted around 1820.

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SUNSHINE VINES

BRISBANE Hinterland

HEAD FOR THE HILLTOPS AND TUMBARUMBA

Visit the Granite Belt

region is known for its hiking trails, which are a great way to discover this untapped area.

DISCOVER THE CANBERRA DISTRICT Think Canberra is all politicians and galleries? Think again.

On the doorstep of the ACT, the cool-climate wineries of Murrambatemen await. For lovers of fine red wine, hightail it to Clonakilla to try Tim Kirk’s iconic shiraz viognier.

Five minutes away, Eden

Venture west of Canberra and you’ll find two up-andcoming wine regions, Hilltops to the north and Tumbarumba to the south. Near the town of Young – famous for its cherries and Japanese gardens – the rich soils and high altitude of Hilltops are ideal for producing coolclimate riesling, chardonnay and shiraz. Put award-winning Moppity Vineyards on your list here. In the western foothills of the Snowy Mountains, Tumbarumba is making a name for itself in sparkling wines, thanks to its superpremium chardonnay and pinot noir. Along with a clutch of boutique cellar doors, the

Road’s contemporary cellar door pours silky shiraz and aromatic riesling. Visit Helm for Ken Helm’s award-winning riesling, before moving on to The Vintner’s Daughter for riesling, gewürztraminer and pinot noir from Ken’s daughter, Stephanie Helm.

On your way back to town, swing past the Poachers Pantry for lunch in the charming farmhouse, then buy delicious smoked meats to take home.

Three hours southwest of the Gold Coast, the Granite Belt is home to 55 vineyards and 40 cellar doors, crafting shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, merlot and verdelho. Visit Boireann for Bordeaux and Rhone-inspired blends, or Golden Grove Estate for Mediterranean varieties such as tempranillo and barbera.

High in the Hinterland In the Gold Coast Hinterland, Mount Tamborine is also flying the flag for Queensland wine. Try the Wild Ferment range at Witches Falls, or visit the Queensland Wine Centre for a full sweep of the region.

Wine in the central west Some 200km northwest of Brisbane, South Burnett is a small region with around a dozen wineries. Verdelho, a fruity white with tropical flavours, is the star here.

The hot, dry climate of the Western Downs region, west of Toowoomba, is ripe for fortifieds, liqueurs and sweet dessert wines.

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Average temps are around 16˚c in winter and 26˚c in summer

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Mudgee must-visits include Logan Wines, where you can enjoy a regional cheese platter and top-notch wines in the view-blessed cellar door. Discover Italian varietals at Skimstone and Di Lusso, indulge in handmade cheese, olives and light meals at High Valley Cheese, or work your way around the region from the comfort of Roth’s Wine Bar. In high-altitude Orange, sprightly sauvignon blanc, savoury pinot noir and peppery shiraz are the mainstays. Taste impressive examples at Philip Shaw, Printhie and Ross Hill.

It’s not just grapes that flourish in this fertile region, with stone fruits, citrus and apples ripe for the picking.

In a state known for reefs, rainforests and beaches, you might think wine is off the menu. But thanks to the high altitudes and fertile soils of the cooler hinterland areas, a band of Queensland producers is creating wines to rival the southern states.

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.SOUTH. .AUSTRALIA. From the world-renowned reds of Barossa Valley to the Mediterranean-style wines of McLaren Vale, South Australia offers endless inspiration for wine lovers. But it’s not just the liquid assets that draw visitors; cycling trails, beaches and regional cuisine complete the holiday package.

BIG NAMES IN THE BAROSSA Just over an hour’s drive northeast of Adelaide, the Barossa Valley is revered for its cellar-worthy shiraz and cabernet sauvignon and its crisp, dry rieslings from the Eden Valley sub-region. To explore this sprawling region in style, take a helicopter flight or a hot-air balloon ride over the vines, or sink into the back seat of a vintage Daimler for a luxurious spin.

At the striking new St Hugo complex, tour the vineyard and taste rare back vintages in the underground cellar. Historic Seppeltsfield is home to a contemporary cellar door and acclaimed Fino restaurant, plus an iconic barrel room where you can sample vintage tawny from the year of your birth. At Penfolds, sip Grange in an exclusive tasting, or try your hand at making your own red blend.

See the Barossa Valley in old-school style with Barossa Daimler Tours

GERMAN ACCENT Indulge in the Barossa and Adelaide Hills’ German heritage by trying traditional smoked meats at Linke’s Central Meat Store in Nuriootpa, or sticky bee sting cake from The German Cake Shop in Hahndorf.

A TASTE OF THE MED IN MCLAREN VALE Eco-minded McLaren Vale supports sustainable winemaking. This diverse region is blessed with a Mediterranean climate and is just a 45-minute drive south of

Adelaide. The region’s stalwart, shiraz, is supplemented by Italian varietals such as vermentino, fiano and nero d’Avola. Enjoy a tasting at the recently revamped Wirra Wirra, try natural organic wines at Brash Higgins, or sample sangiovese at Coriole.

That Mediterranean bent is reflected in the region’s restaurants, too. Standouts include Star of Greece at Port Willunga and local favourite Russell’s Pizza. The d’Arenberg

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Cube is due to open its doors in July, revealing a state-of-theart tasting room, restaurant, bars and art installations. Once you’ve had your fill of fine food and wine, the beaches of Port Willunga and Aldinga await, or follow the Coast to Vines Rail Trail, a 32km walking, cycling and horse-riding path.

Once you’ve filled your car with bottles, the natural wonders of the Limestone Coast are waiting to be explored. Discover the maze of caves at Naracoorte, the relaxed beaches of Robe and the dazzling Blue Lake at Mount Gambier.

ADELAIDE HILLS

An untapped gem less than an hour from Adelaide, Langhorne Creek is home to a clutch of family-run wineries that have been in business for six generations. Taste the region’s history at Bleasdale, Bremerton and Lake Breeze Wines, established in the 1800s.

Nearby, paddle at picturesque Lake Alexandrina or catch a wave at one of the Fleurieu Peninsula’s pristine beaches.

The Adelaide Hills, on the eastern fringe of the CBD, makes an ideal day trip. Begin at Penfolds Magill Estate, a sophisticated cellar door and restaurant 15 minutes from the city centre. The cool-climate Hills are home to elegant whites, including chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and sparkling wines, plus refined pinot noir and shiraz. Sample these wines at Shaw and Smith, Petaluma and Nepenthe. Fans of fromage should stop by Woodside Cheese Wrights in Woodside, or Udder Delights in Hahndorf.

CYCLE THE CLARE VALLEY The best way to explore the Clare Valley, 130km north of Adelaide, is via pedal power.

Jump on a bicycle to follow the Riesling Trail, a 33km railtrail that runs from Auburn to Barinia. Along the way, sample the region’s famed riesling and shiraz wines at Jim Barry, Sevenhill Cellars and Annie’s Lane. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, take a seat on the verandah at Skillogalee for lunch overlooking the vines.

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RIVERLAND

Specialty single-origin coffee roasted and brewed out of a laid-back ‘coffee cellar door’ in Kangarilla

Located east of the Barossa, along the Murray River, Riverland produces up to 30 per cent of the nation’s crush. Visit the Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre at Kingston and the Angove cellar door at Renmark. Consider cruising the Murray River on a classic paddle steamer, teeing off at one of six golf courses, or casting a line to fish for your dinner.

HITHER & YON Brothers Richard and Malcolm Leask work with some of McLaren Vale’s finest small vineyards, giving tastings at an inviting Willunga cellar door

LOST IN A FOREST A quirky wine lounge in a heritage Adelaide Hills chapel, brought to you by the talented winemaker behind Ochota Barrels

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COONAWARRA Situated halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne, Coonawarra is ripe for a road trip. Traverse the region’s famous terra rossa soils to discover some of the world’s finest cabernet sauvignon.

Notable wineries include Wynns, where you can don a lab coat and create your own red blend; Hollick, which boasts a popular restaurant; Balnaves for picnics on the lawn and Katnook Estate for wine and cheese around an open fire.

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Book a car with Avis or Hertz through Jetstar.com

Average temps of 29˚c in summer and 15˚c in winter

Also visit Kangaroo Island, the Coorong and Flinders Ranges

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North Island Hawke’s Bay Wairarapa WELLINGTON

MELBOURNE Marlborough South Island

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QUEENSTOWN Central Otago

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.NEW ZEALAND:. .NORTH ISLAND. From the heavy-hitting reds of Hawke’s Bay to the full-bodied chardonnays of Gisborne, New Zealand’s North Island will impress with its diverse range of wines and jaw-dropping landscapes.

Visit Te Mata in Hawke’s Bay. It’s New Zealand’s oldest winery

CLASSIC NEW ZEALAND WINE TRAIL If you’re serious about your wine, then set aside at least a week to savour the delights of NZ via the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. Taking in four wine regions along a 380-kilometre route, this self-guided tour steers you through Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa, Wellington and Marlborough – just be sure to take it in turns to be the designated driver!

RED RULES IN HAWKE’S BAY For wine lovers, Hawke’s Bay should be at the top of your New Zealand hit list. Blessed with a maritime climate akin to Bordeaux, Hawke’s Bay is home to more than 70 wineries, where syrah (shiraz), merlot and cabernet sauvignon are the stars. Experience ultra-premium reds at Craggy Range, also home to fine-dining restaurant Terrôir and boutique accommodation. Nearby, soak up the sense of history at Te Mata, New Zealand’s oldest winery, built in 1896. This coastal region is criss-crossed with cycling paths, so hire a bike and hit the road. Other family-friendly pursuits include the Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo, mini golf and the Splash Planet water park.

NATURAL BEAUTY, NEAR WELLINGTON An hour northeast of capital Wellington the Wairarapa wine region encompasses the three sub-regions of Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton.

Here, pinot noir is the name of the game, with fine examples available to try at Ata Rangi and Palliser Estate. Take in the natural beauty of Wairarapa via air, land and water with helicopter tours, quad bike

adventures and canoe paddles down the Ruamahanga River, or take the Rapaki Walk, an easy two-hour loop through farmlands and vineyards.

NEW ZEALAND’S CHARDONNAY CAPITAL On the North Island’s eastern edge, the coastal town of Gisborne is famed for its surf beaches and chardonnay. Call into Poverty Bay Wine’s cute cellar door, housed in 120-yearold stables, or enjoy a relaxed

afternoon over pizza and wine in the garden at Wrights Vineyard. Gisborne is also rich with Maori culture. Visit a local Maori village for dance performances, arts and crafts, and traditional hangi meals.

WINE ON THE WATERFRONT Boasting some of the nation’s oldest vineyards, Auckland’s sub-tropical climate produces rich Bordeaux-style reds and full-bodied chardonnays. Visit

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CLOCKWISE FROM PICTURED: Cycling at Craggy Range, Waiheke Island, Hobbiton, Ata Rangi Cellar Door, Castle Point in Wairarapa, Rere Falls in Gisborne.

ON LOCATION LORD OF THE RINGS NZ’s scenery became a star of Peter Jackson’s trilogy.

Visit the Shire at Hobbiton, or climb Mount Doom (also known as Mt Ngauruhoe) in Tongariro National Park

picturesque Waiheke Island, a 35-minute ferry ride from Auckland, for powerful red blends, lush syrah (shiraz), and stunning coastal scenes.

Back on the mainland, head to Villa Maria for winery tours, tutored tastings, and lunch in the contemporary café.

Take advantage of Auckland’s idyllic weather by exploring the harbour city’s shops, restaurants and golf courses.

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA The Pevensie children trod the Coromandel Peninsula, while the White Witch camped in Woodhill Forest for this adaptation of CS Lewis’ beloved books

THE LAST SAMURAI West-coast Taranaki became feudal Japan for Tom Cruise’s blockbuster, with Mt Taranaki making a star turn as Mt Fuji

RETURN TO MIDDLE EARTH One of New Zealand’s upand-coming wine regions, the Central North encompasses the vineyards of Waikato, Manawatu-Wanganui and Taranaki. Spend your days sipping chardonnay at familyrun cellar doors, or soaking up the café scene of Hamilton.

Or, indulge your passion for JRR Tolkien by paying a visit to Hobbiton, the bucolic village of The Lord of the Rings fame.

The region’s breathtaking waterfalls, bushwalks and underground adventures make it a hit with all ages.

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Discover some of the finest pinot noir outside of France in Central Otago

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THE HOME OF PREMIUM PINOT NOIR While the South Island hub of Queenstown is known as the adventure sports capital of the globe, the surrounding regions have a more refined reputation.

Central Otago produces some of the world’s finest pinot noir, overcoming challenging climate and conditions to create lush, full-bodied wines. Book ahead to sample ethereal pinot noir at Felton Road in Bannockburn.

Nearby, enjoy a relaxed tasting and laidback lunch at Mt Difficulty. At Amisfield near Queenstown, enjoy a guided tasting in the stone cellar door, followed by lunch in the acclaimed bistro. Once you’ve had your fill of top-shelf pinot, discover the region’s pulse-racing pursuits, such as jet boating, heli-skiing, bungy jumping. Prefer to see the sights at a more leisurely pace? Take a half-day cycling tour along the Gibbston River Trail.

WINING, HIKING AND CYCLING IN MARLBOROUGH One of New Zealand’s bestknown – and most consumed – wines is Marlborough sauvignon blanc. With its intense tropical aromas and flavours, this zesty white has been a summer favourite for decades. At the northeastern tip of the South Island, Marlborough can be

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BELOW: Cycling in Central Otago.

reached via ferry from capital Wellington, or base yourself in the town of Blenheim. Big-name wineries to visit include Cloudy Bay, Brancott Estate, Giesen, and Oyster Bay. While you’re in this stunning region, go fishing, camping or kayaking in Marlborough Sounds where you might spy dolphins, seals and penguins; hike or cycle the Queen Charlotte Track; or stroll through Blenheim’s awardwinning gardens.

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AROMATIC WHITES AND RICH PINOT NOIRS Fanning out from Christchurch, the wineries of Canterbury are known for producing floral, aromatic rieslings and fine pinot noirs. The Waipara Valley, north of Christchurch, produces fragrant, textural whites such as pinot gris and gewürztraminer, and rich pinot noirs. Share a regional platter and a bottle of riesling at Pegasus Bay, sip pinot in the charming stone cellar door at Waipara Hills, or enjoy a long lunch at Melton Estate. While you’re in the neighbourhood, visit the seaside village of Akaroa, a postcard-perfect town with cute cafés, cosy B&Bs and a renowned cooking school.

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Beyond the Nelson wine trail, a host of outdoor activities await. Hike through the Abel Tasman National Park or the glaciers of Nelson Lakes National Park, sail on Tasman Bay, or get your culture fix at local galleries and craft stores, including the World of Wearable Art and Classic Cars museum.

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A 90-minute drive northwest of Blenheim, at the north of the South Island, the sun-kissed Nelson region is home to 25 boutique producers crafting chardonnay, pinot noir and sauvignon blanc. Visit Mahana Estate, a light-filled cellar door and restaurant pouring exceptional sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot noir. The quaint Te Mania cottage offers Te Mania’s aromatic whites and

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