Mining Life & Living NSW Issue 18

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ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER Seven time world bodybuilding champion, international movie star, successful businessman, philanthropist, environmentalist and the 38th Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger will hit Australian shores in June.

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BOARDING SCHOOLS FEATURE Choosing the school that best suits a child’s needs is one of the toughest decisions many families make. The Boarding Schools Expo will help make it easier.

26 TEMPT YOUR TASTEBUDS

Food, wine and fun combine at this

year’s Hunter Valley Food and Wine Festival

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WOMEN IN MINING Four inspiring WA women have been recognised at the Women in Resources Awards 2013.

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WIN WITH INFLIGHT Your chance to win prizes galore.

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A magical bond between horse

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DISNEY ON ICE Relive your childhood with Disney’s Princesses and Heros.

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VEGAS ON THE COAST Where the world comes to play.

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WHITSUNDAYS ESCAPE Sun, swimming, jet skis, cocktails and more on the Whitsunday Coast.

27 AUSSIE BODY DIET AND DETOX

Get healthy with one of the best in the business.

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4 Welcome from the Editor 6 Legal Matters 7 Mind over Matter 9 Win 11 Pick your Product 12 Chit Chat 19 What’s On 22 48 Hours in…

24 Travel Bug Bites 26 Take a Bite 27 Your Wellbeing 29 Boy’s Toys 30 Talkin’ Technology COVER IMAGE: Arnold in The Last Stand, © Lionsgate Films.

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PUBLISHER Patrick McElligott patrick@inflightmagazine.com.au

Welcome to Mining Life & Living Magazine

EDITOR Lahnee Pavlovich lahnee@inflightmagazine.com.au

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DESIGN Lawrence Borchers lawrence@inflightmagazine.com.au

ello and welcome to this edition of Mining Life and Living, a free publication catering to those working in the mining and resources industry.

With a clear direction toward health and lifestyle, MLL aims

to provide interesting stories to assist in the improvement of readers’ work life balance as well as simply entertain with

ADVERTISING & ENQUIRIES

interviews, profiles, travel pieces and regular contributions from

WESTERN EDITION [WA]

experts in their fields.

Daniela Raos

This is a pretty exciting issue because we caught up with the

daniela@inflightmagazine.com.au NORTHERN EDITION [QLD]

one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger who is making his way down under for the 21st Century Financial Education Summit in June.

We also had a chat with Indie pop group Tegan and Sara and one of the

Robyn Crouch robyn@inflightmagazine.com.au SOUTHERN EDITION [NSW] Brittany Cavill

performers from Disney on Ice presents Princesses and Heroes which will tour Australia this winter.

If you are looking for somewhere to holiday as the weather gets cooler, why not head to sunny Queensland.

brittany@inflightmagazine.com.au BOATING INDUSTRY Brittany Cavill brittany@inflightmagazine.com.au

This edition we feature two QLD tourism hot spots, the Whitsunday Coast and the Gold Coast.

Take a dive on the Great Barrier Reef or relax in your own plunge pool or balcony spa in a Whitsundays Escape or experience a bit of Vegas on the Coast on the Goldy.

And this edition is jam packed with competitions. You can win everything from travel accessories to skin care, electrical goods and much more.

XP TRAVELLER John Atkin

I’d love to know what you think so get in touch at Lahnee@inflightmagazine.com.au.

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he first female open-cut examiner and shift boss at NSW’s largest open-cut coal mine, and now Rio Tinto Coal Australia’s NSW regional manager for resource development, has won this year's Queensland Resources Council's Resources Awards for Women.

Heather Bell's career spans 11 years across a range of sites in Queensland and New South Wales in technical, corporate and managerial roles.

At just 33, she is the youngest manager and only female in her team to work across two states.

Her award recognises exceptional achievement by a woman working in the Queensland resources sector, not only in her own career, but also in the advancement of women in the sector.

“I believe that to continue changing attitudes towards women in the workforce it is important to focus on educating the men in our industry and this involves building strong, trusting and respectful relationships with men in everyday work,” Heather said.

“It’s also about being active and visible in the workplace and accepting opportunities that raise the profile of women.”

Queensland Resources Council Chief Executive Michael Roche said the awards, which lifted the profile of women in the minerals and energy sector and provided a cohort of female industry ambassadors, were part of the QRC's plan to increase the proportion of women in 'non-traditional' roles in the resources sector to 20% by 2020.

“Our 2011-12 survey shows that women make up just under 12% of 'non-traditional' roles, such as engineers, geologists, trades and senior management, up from 11% the previous year,” Mr Roche said.

“The proportion of women across all occupations is 14%, up from 13% in 2010-11.

“It's particularly pleasing to see a 1% increase in female senior managers; Heather is a fine example of why women are climbing up the ranks of our companies.

“While our statistics continue to trend upwards, we know we need to keep a sharp focus on measures to ensure the resources sector is attractive to women, and provides a working environment that encourages them to stay.

“I congratulate Heather on her significant achievements and particularly attaining an open-cut examiner role. This is an important statutory position in an open-cut mine, meaning she is responsible for the safety and health of operational employees during mining activities.”

The awards were presented by the Assistant Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Lisa France, QRC President Stephen Dumble and Chair of Women in Mining and Resources Queensland Jules Blunt. n

Full list of winners: Overall

(Poitrel Mine/Brisbane – FIFO)

Winner: Heather Bell Rio Tinto Coal Australia (Brisbane) Runner up: Andrea Rutley Anglo American (Brisbane)

Operator

Rising Star

Winner: Myf Szepanowski Anglo American Callide Mine (Boundary Hill) Runner up: Elisha Wesser BMA (Mount

Winner: Lucya Yunus Xstrata Copper (Mount Isa) Runner Up: Kate Brand (Brisbane)

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Trade

American (Brisbane); Tash Fee TNT

Winner: Tamara Bellinger Xstrata Copper (Mount Isa) Highly Commended: Karla Draper Thiess (Inglewood); Nikita Mason BMA (Moranbah); Sandii Rixon BHP Billiton

Training Solutions (Calliope)

Gender Diversity Champion Joint Winners: Rebecca Capper Anglo

Best Company Initiative Winner: Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Highly Commended: Parsons Brinkerhoff

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MIND OVER MATTER

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WHY FIFO WORKERS

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PRE-NUPS

BY DAMIEN BOWEN OF BOWEN BUCHBINDER VILENSKY

inding Financial Agreements (BFAs), better known as ‘prenups,’ are a useful but no means watertight solution to protecting the wealth of you and your children.

In recent years I’ve seen an increase in younger FIFO workers, male and female, inquiring about BFAs. So what are they exactly?

BFAs signed before a couple gets married or start living together serve the purpose of setting out the division of assets in the event of them divorcing, or for de facto relationships on the termination of that relationship.

A BFA can also be used during an otherwise happy relationship to set out what happens if the relationship breaks down.

But BFAs are not straightforward.

Asking your girlfriend or fiancé to sign a legal agreement spelling out the division of assets in event of divorce or separation is not an area where the law and human relationships sit comfortably.

A second and a very important concern is that Courts across the country have set aside BFA’s for a variety of reasons including fraud, a party being ‘bullied’ into signing, a material change of circumstances such as the birth of a child, or non compliance with the strict procedure for independent legal advice and signing.

It is important to ensure that both the drafting of a BFA, and the process by which both parties negotiate and execute the agreement is carried out in such a way that it reduces the risk of a challenge in the future.

A carefully drafted and executed BFA can provide protection of your assets against the claims which inevitably follow marriage or relationship breakdown.

In summary, while a carefully drawn and correctly executed BFA may not guarantee a complete and irrevocable solution, it can serve as a powerful deterrent.

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FIFO newbies - how to make it work.

BY DEB RUSSO

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journalist asked me the other day how my husband and I have survived FIFO all these years.

First of all: there is no surviving. This was and is a choice. We actively took the job. We knew it was working away. We adapted to it. If you don’t evolve or learn to roll with what life hands you, then you're going to fail whether it’s FIFO or not. FIFO just makes it trickier.

Having said that, a good attitude and clear communication are also vital - but that goes for every relationship.

So what's my advice for FIFO newbies?

You need to understand the job. You need to understand the roster. There has to be a reason you’re doing this. Keep that in perspective.

For us it’s the lifestyle. For others it's the money. We do 4:4 weeks (four weeks on followed by four weeks off). So we work six months of the year. Those four weeks at work can be tough, but we know that. We knew that when we took the job. Understand how long that time is away from each other. You will have good days, great days, some bad days and horrible days but that’s life ... nothing in this life comes easy. How you adapt and change will you see you succeed or fail.

My husband and I talk about everything from divorce to life after death. Some people

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say we've cursed our relationship by already talking about divorce, but if you can’t talk about everything without fear (no matter what the scenario) then you're in trouble.

The same goes for being willing to listen. There is a right and wrong way to communicate. If you don’t know how to do it, learn how (and quickly).

Adapting and having the right attitude go hand in hand. Life is all about evolving. We never get something for nothing, and FIFO is no different.

You want to make decent money with

good time off? Well then, a little hard work is required. You can’t be naive and go in thinking it's going to be easy all the time, because it’s not easy for anyone. Not for the partner working away, the partner at home or your children. The way to get through is to find a routine (and roster) that works for you. Try different things until you find what is right for you - and by that I mean what works for you and your family - not what others tell you is right! Go with your instincts and trust yourselves as a unit.

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Seven motivations of life

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eaning, wisdom, courage, compassion, power, pleasure, survival; these are the seven motivations of life and leadership according to Mark Oliver, CEO of international consultancy, MarkTwo Consulting.

After leaving the army Mark noticed motivation was something that wasn’t well addressed.

“Many people have tried, and failed, to identify traits of leaders. But the difference is the motivation and understanding this and how it affects us and what we do,” Mark said.

So Mark began a quest to develop the Universal Hierarchy of Motivation (UHM) leadership development tool.

“The UHM model is about whole mind thinking which is much more effective than whole brain thinking. It provides a whole new way of understanding human nature, personality, culture and behaviour,” Mark said.

“There was once the argument that a person could never be altruistic, but recent advances in neuroscience have validated the UHM theory. We are now learning everyone has the capacity to be motivated altruistically, or selflessly.

“The UHM model breaks down the selfish and selfless motivations. Each level of the model is another step towards altruistic motivation and ultimately meaning.”

Mark has run leadership development and assessment courses since 1986 in both military and commercial environments.

In 2002 Mark set up MarkTwo Consulting, then wrote his first book, A Himalayan Trinity, published in 2003.

“The first book was three books in one, or three journey’s in one that were each very different but

a similar process was evident in each; my journey through cancer, my journey to assist with water supply in the Himalayas and my journey in developing the UHM model,” Mark said.

In 2005 Mark began working on his second book which took five years of research to complete – ‘The Seven Motivations of Life – Taking your leadership to a higher level’. He has just released the second edition of this.

“This book sheds insight on human intelligence and one's own motivational drivers to enhance self-awareness and self-leadership in both professional and personal life,” Mark said.

“We are all leaders, at times, in life. At the very least life demands that we lead ourselves.

“Confucius once said 'to become a leader

you must first become a human being'. The Seven Motivations of Life and Leadership explains more clearly what this means. So it is also a way to help you to answer big questions in both your personal and professional life, such as who am I? What is my purpose? Where am I going? How can I lead myself and others more effectively?

“The book's underpinning theory is The Universal Hierarchy of Motivation (UHM); we are all human beings and UHM provides great insights into 'being' human.”

Mark’s passion for guiding people to be the best leader they can be at home and work, combined with his deep knowledge and unique take on "authentic" leadership as a driver of business performance, has made MarkTwo's courses and books highly sought after in Australasia and Asia.

Mark intends to help people be the best leaders they can be in order to improve their families, communities, businesses, nations and this planet.

Over the last 20 years he has designed and facilitated both “train-the-trainer” advanced leadership courses as well as “assessthe-assessor” assessment courses for Australian 'Top 100' and American 'Fortune 500' companies in Australasia, USA, China, Singapore and India.

“What I want now from this book is for people to gain insight within themselves and see how these levels of motivation affect their control.

I want people to push aside illusions about leadership and what makes a good leader and discover that through breaking down some of these illusions, people can think better and different,” Mark said.

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Take Her…

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH

H

ollywood sets the bar pretty high when it comes to romance.

All you need to do is turn on a Ryan Gosling flick and suddenly we all want to be swept away with romantic, passionate gestures.

But reality works a little differently especially when these days working hours are longer, family commitments take up most of your spare time and people are just plain busy.

Enter new Sydney business TakeHer. Australia’s first-ever romantic concierge, TakeHer offers busy people the perfect solution to keeping the romance and passion alive in their relationships.

TakeHer is an online business offering customers unique romantic packages with every thoughtful detail included.

“TakeHer makes it easy for busy couples to organise fun, original and romantic dates or weekends away. We don’t just sell a voucher. We organise the entire experience for you on one website,” Director Kelly Nicholls said.

“Women love details. TakeHer organises them for you; from flowers delivered to her office inviting her away, hiring a luxury car or a chauffeur, champagne overlooking the harbour, to a rose on her pillow. And what’s romance without the passion? We include optional erotic baskets guaranteed to make your sex life sizzle.

With TakeHer you get an entire experience.”

The idea behind TakeHer came about after a dinner out with friends.

“My husband is Latin American and naturally very romantic. And so after talking to friends he noticed everyone was working long hours and many couples had lost the spontaneity in their relationship and the passion had gone; things became monotonous.

“So one day my husband came to me and said let’s start a romance business. I thought it was nuts at first but the more I thought about it the more it made sense.

“We created partnerships and did a lot of research on potential offerings and officially launched a week before Valentine’s Day this year.”

Customers can be anywhere in the world, or just at the airport lounge enjoying a coffee before boarding their plane, and in less than 10 minutes on the website select the package, additional services and special requests and TakeHer arranges the rest.

Packages range from private overnight cruises on Sydney Harbour to a cultural journey through the sensuality of Latin America with private dance classes and chefs in your home.

TakeHer is currently available for key locations in Sydney and New South Wales and will be available nationally by 2014.

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I had a one night stand with...

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH

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amie Green knows what it’s like to be out on his own, homeless with a business that just didn’t work.

But Jamie had friends and family to get him out of that situation. Many people don’t.

“This is what I realised when it happened to me. I had been starting up businesses since I was 17 and then in 2010, on my third start up, things went terribly wrong. I ended up sleeping on the floor of my failed café’s floor for six months before I decided to reach out for help.

Some people don’t have this option,” Jamie said.

“So I decided what I needed to do was help these people. I looked around at social work options and not for profits but I still, despite everything, had a passion for business and wanted to give it one more shot. This is how One Night Stand was born.”

One Night Stand is a profit for purpose Australian based sleepwear brand. The business, which will officially launch this month, was created in Jamie’s living room.

“I wanted to create something great so

in November last year to see how people responded to the idea. Our aim was to sell 100 bedroom tees through social media and word of mouth only. It worked, really well! And because the tees were a bit cheeky we had people posting their photos on instagram and sharing so before we knew it there were 1000 pics of our tees being shared around. So we are launching the official business this month,” Jamie said.

“We are currently crafting products for you to sleep on, sleep in and strip off just to make the world a better place.

“We will be launching a full range of winter sleepwear designed by a textile worker in Sydney with a stylish bohemian feel. We also manufacture our clothes in Sydney so everything is done in Australia including the making of all the fabrics.

“And we will dedicate our profits to be invested in ventures that are working on solving the issues of homeless youth,” Jamie said.

For your One Night Stand visit www.onenightstandsleepwear.com

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Fitbit Flex is $119.95 and will be available in Harvey Norman and Apple Stores nationwide and at fitbit.com from June 2013.

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ARNOLD IS BACK! S even time world bodybuilding champion, international movie star, successful businessman, property investor, philanthropist, environmentalist and the 38th Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger will hit Australian shores in June.

Schwarzenegger, who was last in Australia in 1980 when he shocked the bodybuilding world to come out of retirement and win his then record breaking 7th Mr Olympia title at the Sydney Opera House, will be the headline speaker at Jamie McIntyre’s 21st Century Financial Education Summits in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne on June 12,13, and 14 respectively.

These Summits have previously hosted Sir Richard Branson (2011) and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's sister Randi Zuckerberg (2012).

21st Century's Jamie McIntyre said he was proud

Arnold in The Last Stand, © Lionsgate Films.

CULTURE BUZZ May 9 – PLACE BEYOND THE PINES

Movie time!

May 2 – THE BIG WEDDING

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With an all-star cast lead by Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro, Susan Sarandon and Robin Williams, The Big Wedding is a smart, witty and often outrageous comedy that gives an intimate view of a modern family through their highs and lows over a single weekend of celebration. Don and Ellie Griffin, long divorced, are suddenly thrown back together for the sake of their adopted son’s wedding when his very conservative biological mother decides to come in for the nuptials.

The Griffin’s soon learn that acting the happily married couple is not so easy and especially awkward for Don’s girlfriend, Bebe. In the midst of these charades, the Griffin’s children face their own troubles as Lyla struggles with a secret, Jared contemplates his love life or lack thereof, and Alejandro tries to keep everyone together, including his new bride, Missy who is appeasing her parents by getting married by a priest in a traditional Catholic wedding.

May 23 – THE HANGOVER III From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes The Hangover Part III, the third and final film in director Todd Phillips’ record-shattering comedy franchise.

This time, there’s no wedding.

No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

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The daring new movie from the director of Blue Valentine, The Place Beyond the Pines is a sweeping emotional drama powerfully exploring the unbreakable bond between fathers and sons. Luke (Ryan Gosling) is a high-wire motorcycle stunt performer who travels with the carnival from town to town. While passing through Schenectady in upstate New York, he tries to reconnect with a former lover, Romina (Eva Mendes), only to learn she has given birth to their son Jason in his absence. Luke decides to give up life on the road to try and provide for his newfound family by taking a job as a car mechanic. Noticing Luke’s ambition and talents, his employer Robin (Ben Mendelsohn) proposes to partner with Luke in a string of spectacular bank robberies – which will place Luke on the radar of ambitious rookie cop Avery Cross (Bradley Cooper).

May 30 – THE GREAT GATSBY The Great Gatsby follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin Daisy and her philandering, blue-blooded husband Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness to the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy.

21st Century’s Jamie McIntyre speaking with Arnold.

Photo courtesy Daniel Kumnick.

INFLIGHT CHATS TO ARNIE ABOUT SUCCESS: During his only media conference Inflight Publishing was selected to submit a question to Arnold Schwarzenegger. Here’s what we asked.

to be hosting Arnold Schwarzenegger.

“The 21st Century Financial Education Summit features world renowned speakers, authors, trainers and coaches,” Jamie said.

“The sole purpose of the Summit is to empower attendees to accelerate their life or business to the next level and to live the life of their dreams.

“Arnold is one of the world's most successful men; a genuine high achiever reaching the top in four different spheres bodybuilding, business, acting and politics.

He is remarkable.

“Arnold embodies everything that the Financial Education Summit is all about.

“He is motivated, inspirational, an achiever against all odds. How incredible that a young man from a small village in Austria could by the age of 21 have moved to Los Angeles and been crowned Mr Universe; and within five years become the greatest bodybuilder of all time; and within 10 years a millionaire from business; and within 20 years the world’s biggest movie star; and then 36 years later elected Governor of California, the seventh largest economy in the world.”

With a career spanning 46 years and reaching the higher echelons in sport, film and politics, Governor Schwarzenegger was the youngest person ever to win the Mr Universe title before becoming the world’s most recognisable all American action hero in films that include Last Action Hero, True Lies, End Of Days and the hugely popular Terminator trilogy. His movies have grossed more than$3 billion.

Schwarzenegger himself said he was really excited about visiting Australia in June. ”Australia is one of my favourite countries in the world and the people there are always so friendly and welcoming,” he said.

“Sydney will always be special for me as it’s the city that I won the title of Mr Olympia

Q. Inflight Publishing: IF YOU HAVE ONE PIECE OF ADVICE ON SUCCESS WHAT WOULD IT BE?

for the final time.”

After accomplishing numerous feats and being one of California’s most effective marketing tools, Schwarzenegger left office in 2011 and co-founded the R20 Regions of Climate Action, a global nonprofit dedicated to helping subnational governments develop, implement, and communicate the importance of low-carbon and climate resilient projects as well as their economic benefits.

In December 2012 he was recognised as a 2012 Global Advocate by the United Nations Correspondents Association for his work with the organisation.

On a totally different level, Schwarzenegger released his long-awaited autobiography, Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story in 2012 and released his recent film The Last Stand in January this year.

To watch Arnie speak alongside other well-known inspirational figures such as boxing legend Danny Green, prosperity activist Pat Mesiti, ex NBA champion, speaker, mentor and visionary Eric Bailey, founder and CEO of Financial Freedom Institute Nik Halik and founder of over 12 different companies Jamie McIntyre himself, visit www.fes2013.com.au n

A. Arnold Schwarzenegger: You have to have a vision of where you want to go and what you want to do.

You could have the best ship or the best plane in the world but if it takes off and doesn’t know where its going, it’s not going to end up anywhere.

So what I always say is that the most important thing is to get in touch with what you want to accomplish and set high goals and just go for it. And always have this vision in front of you.

Because the key thing is if you struggle or need to overcome obstacles you ask yourself the question ‘why am I doing this?’ When you have the vision in front of you it makes it easier because you know why you are doing it.

I have never questioned myself about why I am doing this, because I always saw in front of me standing on the pedestal, receiving the big trophy, winning the Mr Universe. And because of that I was always looking forward to the next squat, the next hundred push-ups, the next hundred sit-ups. I was never thinking ‘oh my god I have to go to the gym’, I looked forward to going because I knew it would get me one step closer to turning my vision into reality.

So for me, envisioning your goal is the most important thing in becoming successful.

Your editor Lahnee will be traveling to Melbourne to meet Arnie and attend the 21st Century Financial Summit in June. Stay tuned for photos and check out the web conference with Arnold on our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/user/InflightPublishing.

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Feature Dubbo Expo 17-18 May Griffith Expo 14-15 June Tamworth Expo 26-27 July

Discover who you can be Knox offers the highest quality education balanced with independent living, ‘whole of life’ programs and superb boarding facilities in a caring, community environment.

Come and see us at  toCal 3-5 may  boarding sChools expo  dubbo 17-18 may  griffith 14-15 June  tamworth 26-27 July Head of Enrolments, Martin Gooding (02) 9473 9768, goodingm@knox.nsw.edu.au

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hoosing the school that best suits a child’s needs is one of the toughest decisions many families make. The decision is often tougher if it involves boarding school and when the schools in consideration are many hours from your home and spread across the countryside.

Now in its ninth year, the Boarding Schools Expo was established by Narromine mother Meg Bennett after she moved her children to the country, only to be faced with the emotionally draining and time consuming task of choosing the right schools for them.

As well as annual expo events in major regional centres, where families can meet senior representatives of leading schools from NSW, Victoria and the ACT in person, the Expo offers a comprehensive website to support families in the decision-making process.

“Boarding schools recognise the need to offer more than just quality education these days. They appreciate that families want to balance the competing demands of a supportive educational environment with opportunities for co-curricular activities,” Mrs Bennett said.

“Among the key benefits of a boarding school environment is the opportunity to learn in a structured and caring environment, with access to the latest technology and support from teachers and other staff.”

From her experience Mrs Bennett believes that boarding school students are encouraged to be self-reliant and to appreciate the importance of community.

“They also have the chance to build strong friendships in a caring environment that gives them a sense of belonging and community spirit,” she said.

“A good school will bring out honesty and goodness in your child and encourage them to achieve to the best of their ability.”

When choosing a school, parents are encouraged to start by thinking about all the aspects of the school experience and consider what is important to the child whether their talent is in sport, creative arts or academic pursuits.

While there are various lists showing how schools perform, their past and present students are usually their best advertisement.

It’s also helpful to talk to students and their families to get a feel for what a school is really like, based on first-hand experience.

By bringing the leading schools to major centres in regional NSW and Victoria where they are all under one roof, the Expo gives your family the chance to discuss your educational needs directly with representatives of the school.

Schools taking part in the Boarding Schools Expo showcase the exceptional opportunities they have to offer, including full-time and weekly boarding, high academic standards, access to modern technology, a caring and supporting academic and boarding environment and a wide range of co-curricular activities.

Admission to the Expo is free and all are welcome, especially your children.

Expo Dates Boarding Schools Expo – Deniliquin 2013 Deniliquin RSL, 72 End Street, Deniliquin Friday May 3, 12.30pm – 6.00pm Saturday May 4, 9.30am – 3.00pm Boarding Schools Expo – Dubbo 2013 Dubbo Convention Centre, 155 Darling Street, Dubbo Friday May 17, 12.30pm – 6.00pm Saturday May 18, 9.30am – 3.00pm Boarding Schools Expo – Griffith 2013 The Yoogali Club, 647 Mackay Avenue, Griffith Friday June 14, 12.30pm – 6.00pm Saturday June 15, 9.30am – 3.00pm Boarding Schools Expo – Tamworth 2013 Memorial Townhall, Fitzroy Street, Tamworth Friday July 26, 12.30pm – 6.00pm Saturday July 27, 9.30am – 3.00pm

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BY ELEANOR FALKINER, BOARDING SCHOOLS EXPO What boarding school did you go to?

St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill, NSW What was your best experience at Boarding School?

One of the best experiences I had whilst at Joey’s was a week-long excursion for Year 11 Agriculture to a classmates farm at Coolac. The Graham’s welcomed about 15 of us onto their sheep and cattle property and into their home. It was great to see a farm in a different part of the world (much greener and hillier than Hay) and the experience was very much hands on with calf and lamb marking, drenching, injections and a very memorable experience of testing a group of bulls’ mounting capacity.

I think the main point to make is how generous the Joey’s community was in helping the students’ progress themselves. There was a lot of behind the scenes work that went into the trip from teachers and obviously the host family themselves – and it was all to our benefit.

What is your favourite memory from Boarding School?

I think my best memories of Joey’s are around the dorms and the sports ovals

with mates. I think the one thing that everyone takes away from a boarding school like Joey’s is a great group of friends (I was living in a house with two Joey’s boys until I moved over to Europe) What are you doing now?

At the start of October I moved to Geneva, Switzerland to start a trading traineeship with Louis Dreyfus Commodities. I’ll be here for the next 12 months and then who knows, the company has offices all over the world!

Has anything you learnt at boarding school helped you with your current career?

I think one important lesson you learn at boarding school, probably more than anywhere else, is how to live with a diverse group of people. Working with people in the office, on the phone and over email all day, people skills and tolerance are very important, both of which you pick up through boarding.

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Joel Smith talks about his boarding school experience

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1. What boarding school did you go to?

I attended Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School in Tamworth from 2001 to 2006 2. What was your best experience at Boarding School?

I think the best memories and experiences all involve the mateships built up over the six years at Farrer.

The sporting events and the end of year outdoor scheme events which took us over the states were memorable.

3. What are you doing now?

I am currently employed as a helicopter mustering pilot at HeliMuster NT which is based at Victoria River Downs approximately 400kms south west of Katherine in the Northern Territory.

4. Has anything you learnt at boarding school helped you with your current career?

The agricultural side of Farrer gave me the background knowledge and the skills to pursue a career in agriculture.

5. Any advice for young kids going to boarding school?

The Farrer boarding experience is one I will never forget although at the beginning it was a major change, the mates and experiences gathered over the years is something that I think has contributed to who I am as a person today. For anyone looking to attend boarding school I say go for it the mates and good times will stay with you forever and maybe a little education as well. n

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME

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hat do Wenona boarders enjoy most about their time at the North Sydney day and boarding school? The feeling of a home away from home and a world of opportunity.

Wenona boarder Brigid McNamara of Goulburn, who is in Year 10, said she loved living with a big supportive family of sisters.

“It’s great; we all have fun while being able to focus on the great academic, sport and musical opportunities available,” she said.

“We love Wenona too,” her mother Patricia said. “It’s a really lovely experience for Brigid. When we put her back on the bus back to school she is all smiles, and the smiles are genuine.”

Boarding numbers are limited to 50 at the independent and nondenominational school, established in North Sydney in 1886.

Boarders from remote, rural and regional Australia are welcome at Wenona, where they quickly become part of Sydney and the wider world.

New boarders are helped to feel at home through Wenona’s Big Sister Little Sister program and group outings such as rock climbing, surfing, and walks down the hill to Luna Park or across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the Rocks.

Boarders regularly take part in Wenona’s service learning activities, volunteering in Vanuatu, Indochina and Tanzania, as well as locally.

For example, a number of boarders recently joined up with day girls, forming teams to help Wenona raise $75,000 in the 18-hour 2013 NSW Cancer Council’s North Shore Relay for Life, helping fight cancer.

Former boarder Paige Taylor (2012), now studying Arts Law at the University of Sydney on a scholarship, was one of two Wenona students to achieve top marks of 99.95. A third of her class had ATARs above 95, and half had ATARs above 90, but high marks were not their only goal.

“One of the best things about coming to Wenona in Year 7 was all the opportunities to be involved in sport and the community,” Paige said.

“I really enjoyed participating in snowsports, netball and cross country and taking part in the Vanuatu Service Learning Trip in 2009.

“As a boarder, I went to Wenona’s Evening Study Centre every night and made the most of my great teachers who were always happy to give extra help. I really liked the small boarding community at Wenona.

Everyone knew each other and had friends in different years.”

Wenona Principal Dr Briony Scott said Wenona's boarders had always been a really important part of making Wenona “extraordinary”.

“In our earlier years, it was the country boarders who helped bring new ideas and experiences into our school, broadening the worlds of the city girls, and vice versa,” Dr Scott said.

"These days, it is no different, except that we have boarders from even further afield, such as China and France as well as from Lord Howe Island, Darwin, Bombala and Dubbo, for example.

"At Wenona, we are very aware of the importance of education for women everywhere in the world. Our vision is to educate and empower young women in a global learning community, to serve and shape their world.

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WENONA Celebrating excellence in girls’ education since 1886 Join our global learning community, empowering young women to serve and shape their world.

Residential Program Find out more about our caring community and impressive results. Visit www.wenona.nsw.edu.au, email registrar@wenona.nsw.edu.au or telephone +61 (02) 9955 3000 to book a tour.

Wenona School, 176 Walker Street, North Sydney @Wenona_School

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nvestors Tim and Nadia Land have been gifted $45,000 and an extra $70 a week in rent by a smart investment which has rocketlaunched their property portfolio.

The young couple bought a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at Westmead near Parramatta in Sydney off the plan for $385,000 and by the time they settled on the property last year the value had grown to $430,000.

And the rent estimated at $370 a week had jumped to $440 when the first tenants moved in.

“We couldn’t have anticipated it working out as well as it has,” Mr Land said.

Their success is typical of investors who focus on strong capital growth, high rental yields and dedicated property management offered by RUN Property, Australia’s largest metropolitan

real estate agency.

RUN is a full service estate agent, which offers conventional property sales and marketing services, investment sales and rental property management. RUN manages properties valued at more than $10 billion in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and has a proven track record in matching the needs of individual property buyers with investments that out-perform the market.

RUN has investment partners that cherry pick the most outstanding residential investments in Australia, many of which are offered to clients before their public release.

As property managers, RUN focuses on maximising rental returns, minimising vacancies and maintaining high quality tenancies that

make investment easy for property owners.

As an industry leader in the use of technology, RUN has invested millions of dollars in internet and mobile phone technology that puts every detail of an investor’s portfolio at their fingertips.

RUN CEO Rob Farmer said staff were selected because they were passionate about property which flowed through to helping clients make smart property decisions.

“We help landlords to make tens of thousands of dollars by showing them how to renovate for profit, boost their rent and attract the best tenants in a hassle-free way because we do all the work,” Mr Farmer said.

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HORSE AND HUMAN,

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH

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avalia: A Magical Encounter between Human and Horse gallops down under for first time in 2013.

When you enter the world of Cavalia you enter a place where horse and human are as one and where colour, creativity, creation and camaraderie come together.

The entire show draws you in and keeps you until the final bow.

Brisbane played host to the premiere season but Cavalia is galloping in to NSW from May 15 – 26.

The grand-scale multi-media and multidisciplinary production was created by one of the co-founders of Cirque du Soleil, Normand Latourelle.

Enjoyed by some 3.5 million people across North America and Europe, Cavalia is a lavish production involving 50 magnificent horses and featuring 42 riders, aerialists, acrobats, dancers and musicians from all over the world.

Founder and Artistic Director Normand Latourelle said the art of Cavalia was truly a universal language.

“Cavalia celebrates the relationship between humans and horses,” he said.

“In Cavalia, horses cavort with the many artists in front of a constantly changing digital background projected onto a 60 metre-wide screen drawing spectators into dream-like virtual environments.”

Unlike traditional horse shows, Cavalia’s audience faces a single 50 metre-wide stage

which allows the horses space to gallop at full speed, at times running completely free, unfettered by bridles or halters.

Cavalia bareback, tricks and dressage performer Katie Cox said the show was unlike anything else she had been involved in.

“Most of the artists in Cavalia have had a passion for horses since the very beginning,” she said.

“Cavalia is different from most other shows involving horses because the focus really is on the bond between horse and rider. It is not just a circus where you come to watch the horses

do tricks, you come to experience the beautiful interactions between human and horse.

“As a performer, because you are not riding in the normal fashion, you have to have a special connection with your horse because they learn to recognise your voice, the sounds you make, movements and gestures and there is a huge amount of trust between you and the horse.”

Cavalia Roman rider and tricks performer Fairland Ferguson said when you had a job that incorporated your passion and your skills it was a real blessing.

“Working on Cavalia is exactly that for me a blessing. I get to combine a love of horses and a love of performing,” she said.

“And as an audience member you really get the feel of how much the horses are loved.

“Cavalia is so different because we invite the audience in and show them just how much we value the connections we have with the horses.

“There are two different VIP tickets you can purchase where you can actually go backstage after the show and interact with the horses. It’s a special experience to be up close with them like that.”

And even if you don’t have a love of horses, Cavalia offers something special for everyone.

Tickets for Cavalia are priced from $39.00 to $155.00. Special pricing is available for children (2-12), juniors (13-17), senior citizens (65+) and for groups.

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nter a world of wonder where heroes and hearts prevail when Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes tours Australia this winter.

This spectacular ice production featuring eight of our most loved Disney Princesses and their devoted Princes, with breathtaking skating, daring acrobatics, high flying jumps, and lovable Disney friends is just a wish away!

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes will open in Adelaide on June 14 and travel to Newcastle, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth until July 21.

Principal skater Cecilia Bierich of Sweden, but better know to the crowds as Peter Pans faithful sidekick Tinkerbell, had a chat to Inflight Publishing about why she loves to skate in Disney on Ice. Following in her brother and sister’s footsteps, Cecilia laced up her first pair of skates at age four and quickly took to the sport.

She has now been skating with Disney on Ice for three years and loves every moment of it.

“Growing up I loved all the Disney movies and I would watch them over and over again,” Cecilia said.

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Beast but I think I loved the characters Ariel and Jasmine a little more, mostly because of their outfits.

“In this show I am actually portraying the role of the little pixie fairy, Tinkerbell, but I think she sees herself as a princess too so it´s a lot of fun.

“To learn the role I studied videos and practiced the characteristic movements and attitude of Tinkerbell.”

Cecilia currently tours with Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes and has travelled around Europe, South America and the U.S. with the production, leaving audiences with lasting memories.

Join Ariel as she yearns to explore the

world above the waves and Prince Eric as he breaks Ursula’s slithering spell to reclaim his one true love.

See Prince Philip defeat the evil Maleficent as she transforms herself into a fire-breathing dragon in a race against time to rescue Sleeping Beauty’s Aurora.

Be there to discover a whole new world with Jasmine and Aladdin.

And, watch in awe as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Rapunzel and Tiana all come true!

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factbox 2013 National Tour Dates Adelaide - Adelaide Entertainment Centre Newcastle - Newcastle Entertainment Centre Brisbane - Brisbane Entertainment Centre Melbourne - Hisense Arena, Melbourne Sydney - Allphones Arena, Sydney Olympic Park Perth - Perth Arena

14 - 16 June 20 - 23 June 27 - 30 June 4 - 8 July 10 - 14 July 19 - 21 July

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anadian singer-songwriters Tegan And Sara will return to Australia this April and May for a run of headline dates, alongside the already announced Groovin’ The Moo festival.

When the identical twins first came to our attention with their canny pop smarts about 14 years ago, they were a brash young indie outfit.

Oh how things have changed.

These days Tegan And Sara are well and truly entrenched in the big leagues, having sold nearly a million career albums and having shared stages around the world with bands like The Killers and Neil Young.

Their music has grown organically to the point where – while still adored by their underground early adopters – they’ve gained a whole new following in the pop realm, their timeless and heartfelt music connecting with people of all ages, scenes and demographics.

Q. You have played countless shows around the world how many times have you been to Australia to perform?

A. I think we have been to Australia close to

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH 10 times now.

Q. How do you feel about coming back?

A. We have this crazy Canadian love of Australia and we are really excited to visit this time because we will have a few extra days to look around. We love the beaches, the cities, and the architecture. And traveling with the Groovin’ The Moo festival we actually get to visit a lot of regional towns like Townsville, Bunbury, Maitland, Canberra, Bendigo; so it’s great to get a clearer view of what Australia is all about.

Q. You have been recording music and performing for more than 14 years, what inspires you to keep going?

A. With each new record we come up with goals, what we want to achieve and places we want to explore and so each record is a bit different and our inspirations are a bit different.

With Heartthrob we decided to explore mainstream music a bit more and we pushed the sound towards pop rather than indie so this meant more radio time, bigger shows, larger venues and this is exciting for us.

Q. Your new album Heartthrob has a bit of a different sound, what was the inspiration behind this album?

A. A lot of our previous albums have been a bit self-loathing, full of breakup songs and they played a big part in capturing our coming of age. We were younger when we did these albums, now being in our early 30’s we process things differently so our songs are evolving and this album has a more nostalgic, happy in love feel to it. We wanted it to be more upbeat, you can listen to this album and see these songs as inspiration to empower yourself. It’s a more mature record.

Q. You have performed with some big names, who has been your favourite person or group to share the stage with?

A. We have toured with a lot of people over the last 14 years and shared the stage with some incredible artists. I think a favourite for me was Cindy Lauper – that was pretty amazing and a bit of a school girl dream for me. But bands like The Killers and The Black Keyes are so great to tour with and every person we have played with has been an awesome experience for us.

Q. What can fans expect from your Australian tour this time?

A. They can expect a diverse show with a heap of our older hits and a 9 song medley of some of the old stuff, also a heap of the new songs. I think fans are going to have a lot of fun!

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ith only 48 hours to spare you want to visit a place where you can fit in as much, yet as little, as possible. You want a hint of romance, a touch of relaxation, a dash of entertainment and a nip of fun.

So…Viva Las Vegas!

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Ok maybe not Vegas, but as close as we can get here in Aus. Last month my husband and I needed a break so we spent a wonderful weekend at Jupiters Hotel and Casino on the Gold Coast.

From the moment you step inside the building it is easy to forget you are just minutes from Surfers Paradise and

it seems reasonable to think you have just entered one of the casinos in sin city itself.

A 30 minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta or a one hour drive from Brisbane Airport, this might be one of the reasons why Jupiters is perfect for a 48 hour stopover.

DAY 1: Check in: Not your usual reception area where you step inside the building and voila… the reception desk is waiting in front of you. Instead, at Jupiters you get your first taste of the casino before you have even checked in. A walk up a carpeted staircase, or quick ride in the lift, and we were overlooking the foyer, the bars, and the casino itself. A few minutes later our trip had officially begun.

Room service: We were booked into a room on Level 11 of 21 floors. A refurbishment in 2008 meant the rooms were fresh, modern and extremely comfortable.

I must admit I was pleasantly surprised. In my experience, hotels with so many rooms, and this one has 592 in total, can sometimes fall below scratch. I had been here less than an hour and Jupiters just kept on surprising me!

A (big) bite to eat: We arrived rather late in the day so it wasn’t long before we were heading back down the lift to grab some dinner. And when you are hungry, there really is only one place to go at Jupiters and that is The PA, or The Prince Albert, where supersize was the word of the night.

At The PA you get a twist on traditional pubstyle food. And when I say twist, I mean the servings are massive, delicious and inspired by American feasts.

We chowed down our meals with a beer; Pablo had an old favourite chicken parmy while I went for salt and pepper squid, while watching some live big screen sport. A man’s kind of heaven I would say.

Bit of rhythm: We were lucky enough during our visit to catch the premiere of Mayumana’s Momentum; an internationally acclaimed stage show spectacular that uses dance, music and movement to explore the relationships between rhythm, time and synchronicity.

Walking the red carpet down flights of stairs to Jupiters Theatre, which reopened in April last year after a $20 million redevelopment, we felt like stars. Cameras snapped our movements and the champagne was flowing.

We took our seats, just 5 rows from the stage, and settled in for 90 minutes of mesmerising music, thumping dance moves and a clever mix of movement and sound.

Take a look: After breakfast, which lasted a good hour or so, we decided to set off on a little exploration of the property.

Jupiters Casino is open 24 hours a day, has more than 100 gaming tables and 1,400 gaming machines. But even if you are not much into the gambling side of things, you could easily fill your days here without stepping foot into the casino itself.

The new state-of-the-art Jupiters Theatre caters for up to 2150 people and boasts modern technology and architecture including a second balcony level, VIP hospitality rooms for pre and post event functions, purpose-built integrated movie projection booth and a high-tech surround sound system. And there are performances on every night!

If you get thirsty or hungry, there are more than 10 bars and eateries, plus in room dining if you don’t feel like getting out of bed. Each of the bars has live entertainment at night and cocktails to die for.

Recreational facilities include swimming pools and 2 spas integrated into the lush gardens, a gymnasium, massage services, hair and beauty salons, a games room, shopping facilities and tennis courts giving you plenty to do without even leaving the island.

Downtime: Workout out the way, swim in the pool and plans for a big night ahead meant it was time for a rest.

Take a page out of our book and use this time to take a nap, watch some in-house movies or head back down to the pool level for a massage. It’s your time off so enjoy it!

Vivo Italia: There are not many occasions these days that allow for women to don long flowing dresses or the men to suit up so take advantage of the Jupiters atmosphere and go all out! And when you are eating your dinner in a restaurant as rustically beautiful as Osteria Vivo, an Italian extravaganza of mouth-watering options, you wouldn’t be doing the night justice without looking your best.

To sum up the dining here, it is deceptively simple cooking with the purest of ingredients and incredible flavour. Washed down with a glass (or two) of Moet and you have a dining experience to rival most others.

We dined over 2 hours on bruschetta; perfectly fluffy seasonal garlic, ruccola, margarit pizza; wild mushroom risotto; porcini mushroom crusted fillet of beef with handmade ricotta gnocchi. And if you do choose to dine at Osteria Viva, make sure you try the cinnamon zeppole and chocolate anglaise and classic tiramisu with chocolate espresso beans for dessert. Yumm!

Roll the dice: For a guaranteed great night out, head to one of Jupiters Hotel & Casino’s eight bars complete with extensive beverage lists and a fantastic line-up of live entertainment including stand-up comedy and bands.

Or try your luck in the casino. Whatever you do be sure to start out by taste testing the tequila cocktails in the Atrium Bar – they are delicious!

DAY 2: Food fantasy: I can’t remember the last time I got to sleep in until 8am! And still know that I could take another 2 hours to waddle on down to breakfast before the “Food Fantasy” that awaited me was packed down for the morning.

Although we called it a rather early night after the show, a big buffet breakfast was still on the cards. Everything from muffins and pastries to fresh chef cooked omelettes, waffles, crispy bacon, fruit and even a juicer was sprawled ‘tastefully’ across the restaurant.

under. So after a workout this was the perfect way to cool down, catch some rays and unwind.

Work it out: After a tour of the property we decided to do the ‘right thing’ and get in a workout. So we went down to the gym. This is not your average hotel gym. This is an actual gym; with classes and all.

So if you want to work off some of the food you have scoffed down, this is the perfect way to spend an hour or so in the afternoon before a well-deserved rest.

Fancy a dip: One cannot go past the allure of the pools and spas at Jupiters. They even have fountains to play

DAY 3: Bye bye: After spending some time in Las Vegas (the real one in the USA) we were surprised to find just how much Jupiters reminded us of that trip. The atmosphere was electric, the foyers always busy and whether it is 3am or 3pm there is something happening.

But the time had come to check out of Jupiters and check back in to reality.

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fter a crazy airport trip – running late, getting lost in the terminal – the usual stuff, tension was a little high sitting in our seats waiting for the plane to soar into Proserpine.

But the minute you do start flying over the Whitsunday Coast, when you see the lush green mountains rising up from the sea and the coral colours of the ocean, you instantly slip into the relaxation zone.

We were spending two nights at the Boathaven Spa Resort in Airlie Beach where the rooms were huge; we were on the top floor with two bedrooms and a double spa bath on the balcony looking out over the ocean, the islands and the new Port of Airlie which was directly across the road.

We took some time to explore Airlie’s Main Street that afternoon, had a swim in the pool before heading out to Denman Cellars and Beer Café for dinner.

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TRAVEL BUG BITES

Which ‘way’ do you choose on Hamilton?

Unique in its concept, Denman’s boasts a bottle shop and cellar inside, a café/restaurant outside and about 700 beers to choose from.

The menu is tapas, and the culinary choices reflect the surroundings – fresh seafood, tender steak – all served on flat slate plates and with a recommended beer, cider or wine

to accompany them.

There are beers and ciders from all over the world. After standing in front of the beer fridge for about 20 minutes (you can go inside and pick your own from the fridge or have table service) I gave up and asked the waiter for his recommendation. In the end I took a

“Dr Rum made the best mojito I have ever had.

And the food really was ‘D’vine’.”

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journey to Cambodia with a Pilsner and Pablo, my husband, visited Austria with a hoppy beer.

We followed that with a toffee apple cider and a Spanish beer. Bellies full, it was back to the resort for a spa.

The next day was a little more action packed – in fact it was extreme. We were booked on the Daydream Extreme Jet Ski Tour with Whitsundays Jetski Tours. I jumped on the back as a ‘professional passenger’ and let Pablo take the wheel, or handlebars, as we pushed our way into 1.5 metre swells through the Whitsundays Passage to Daydream Island.

It was exhilarating! We were jumping over waves, hooning through the ocean with sea spray drenching us and neither of us could take the smiles off our faces.

The trip out was about 25km and then we spent two hours on Daydream which included lunch and a live reef encounter where we fed manta rays and held a shark!

25 more km bashing through choppy seas and we were back on dry land – the smile was still there.

That night it was off for a drink, or two, at some of Airlie’s best bars including Fish D’vine and Rum Bar where Dr Rum made the best mojito I have ever had. And the food there, prawn wontons with Asian dipping sauce, oysters Kilpatrick and prawn cutlets really was ‘D’vine’.

The next morning it was time to check out, and say goodbye to the spa which I had become quite accustomed too, and set off to the Great Barrier Reef with Cruise Whitsundays.

We were on board the vessel Seaflight for a three hour cruise out to the Reefworld Pontoon at Hardy’s reef. It was magical – the colours of green and blue, the kind of seascape you see in the brochures, this is what you arrive to.

We had about 4 hours on the pontoon so we jumped straight in for a snorkel swimming side by side with an array of colourful fish including huge Queensland Gropers, parrot fish (my favourite) and even a sea turtle. The visibility was great and the marine life so vibrant.

After the snorkel it was a big buffet lunch then a sunbake before I indulged in a half hour massage on the top deck of the pontoon.

There is something so peaceful about having a massage with the fresh sea air on your face.

On the way back in to shore we were dropped off at Hamilton Island where we spent the next two nights at the Reef View Hotel.

It was beautiful and the views couldn’t have been better; from our room on the 15th floor we woke to sweeping vistas out over Hamilton Island, the beach, the resort and the glistening ocean.

On our first evening we were treated to what can only be described as an open aired food extravaganza at the islands newest restaurant coca chu.

Headed up by Adam Woodfield, previously of New York’s Manhattan restaurant Betel, coca chu delivers a completely unique offering of modern Southeast Asian cuisine and the restaurant overlooks picturesque Catseye Beach.

The meals at coca chu were enjoyed as a banquet where everyone dug in to taste test the bold flavours. Must-try dishes include a starter of son in law eggs with sweet yellow bean sauce and green mango, and my favourite, twice cooked half duck with plum tamarind sauce, lemon and prickly-ash. Yum! The next morning on board Hamilton Island’s famous buggy’s we explored the island. There is nothing quite like cruising around on these golf buggy’s – we did about five full round trips of the island, during the day and night and had a ball!

From the marina to the chapel, Yacht Club Villas to the islands most exclusive accommodation, Qualia, we explored everything – and why not, there is so much to see.

We were even welcomed with a chilled glass of Charles Heidsieck Champagne at Qualia’s Long Pavilion, which looked more like a setting in a scene from a James Bond movie where you see the blue waters from the edge pool seemingly flowing over into the ocean below, your view flanked by mountains on all sides. The yellow, blues and browns of the Qualia décor finished off the scene perfectly.

Guests at Qualia have exclusive use of two qualia restaurants, both overseen by Executive Chef Alastair Waddell. The rooms, or pavilions, are well worth the price tag with a selection of pavilions boasting a private plunge pool and views to rival any other.

Although we were not staying at Qualia, we enjoyed soaking up the atmosphere for a while before heading back to our resort for a lazy swim in the pool. It was happy hour so margaritas and mojitos were on the cards. I don’t know what it is about sunbaking under swaying palm trees by a shimmering pool with a cocktail in your hand that just makes everything seem peaceful and the time tick by slower.

That night, although the wind had picked up, we set out once again in our buggy to One Tree Hill, a place high on the hill that promised one of the best sunset views on the island. We were not disappointed. Cocktail in hand (again) we watched the sun rays beam down from the darkening clouds and seep into the deep blue ocean – after 40 minutes the mountains ate up what was left of the orange circle in the sky and we head off to dinner at Manta Ray Café for one of their famous pizzas.

Waking the next morning we knew it was that time; time to enjoy one last buffet breakfast at the Pool Terrace Restaurant and check out. But not before a hit of mini golf (which I won!) and a quick cuddle with one of Australia’s favourite friends – a koala.

At the Wildlife Park you can have breakfast with these cute creatures and then give one of the resident koalas a cuddle while you pose for a photo. As for my koala, Elvis was his name and taking over the world with his cuteness was his game – I was so excited that I threw all my extra coins in the donation tin after the cuddle.

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f you can picture yourself sitting by the fire with a glass of wine or indulging in a feast at a gourmet restaurant, Hunter Valley Wine & Food Month should be on your to-do list.

This much-anticipated annual event showcases the region’s diverse wine and food culture with a month-long series of themed activities throughout June.

Hunter Valley Wine & Food Month is the perfect antidote to cure those winter blues. It provides you with a chance to wine and dine with leading Hunter Valley winemakers and chefs, take part in an array of fun and interactive classes to fine-tune your culinary skills or, if you’re after a relaxing experience, simply curl up beside an open fire with a glass of premium Hunter Valley wine and a cheese plate.

This year Hunter Chefs & Co will hold its legendary Food Fight pitting the culinary skills of the Hunter Valley’s ‘Masters’ against the region’s ‘Young Guns’.

Bruce Tyrrell, fourth generation Hunter Valley winemaker and self-professed bon vivant said Hunter Valley Wine & Food Month provided the perfect excuse to get family and friends together and celebrate with incredible food matched with a few bottles of wine Below is a sample of activities on offer: WINTER WARMERS A series of comforting, indulgent experiences set by an open fire in our guest houses, cellar doors and restaurants, and the perfect way to relax on a cool winter’s day.

CHEF’S PLATE LUNCHES Supported by Hunter Chefs & Co, and new to the program of events in 2013, Chef’s Plate Lunches offers foodies the chance to enjoy a set price lunch at some of the Hunter Valley’s

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guests the opportunity to get an in-depth understanding of the various attributes of Hunter Valley wine. This includes master classes, vertical tastings, museum tastings and specialised tours of vineyards.

THE EDIBLE EXPERIENCE This is an opportunity for guests to meet leading producers and chefs as they show off their skills and dish up creative gourmet fare that highlight the Hunter Valley’s fresh regional produce. Enjoy olive oil tastings, cheese tastings, perfectly matched wine and food, special degustation menus, wine dinners, tasting plates, local produce menus/dish of the day and much more.

best restaurants. For just $39, diners can enjoy a main meal and a glass of Hunter Valley wine.

THE WINEMAKER'S TABLE SERIES The ultimate Hunter Valley food and wine experience, where guests join leading Hunter Valley winemakers in an intimate setting of no more than 20 guests at the Winemaker's Table.

This series of lunches and dinners is hosted by the winemaker, and the chef joins the table for a short time to talk guests through the menu.

PURE WINE INDULGENCE An array of events hosted by winemakers and wine educators in small groups, giving

CLASS IS IN For those who want to explore their inner foodie and top up their skills in a handson masterclass. You can learn how cheese is made, what to look for in a quality olive oil, how to match cheese & wine; meet the makers and go home with new recipes and tips to impress your friends in the kitchen.

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WIN! WIN! Inflight Publishing is giving away one double pass to the School Is In @ Hungerford Hill Wines event on June 29 and one double pass to Potters Grain to Glass at The Hunter Beer Co. on June 23.

Email me at Lahnee@inflightmagazine.com.au with SCHOOL IS IN or GRAIN TO GLASS in the subject heading and tell me in 25 words why you deserve to win. Entries close June 10.

An Aussie Diet and Detox

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH

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f it is good enough for International Super Model Miranda Kerr, Celebrity Chef Pete Evans, Actor Hugh Jackman and Pro Surfer Taj Burrows, it’s good enough for me!

As a naturopath and detox specialist, Bondi based Saimaa Miller sees Aussie’s from all walks of life; parents, celebrities, professionals, retirees, bohemians and sportsmen.

What do they all have in common? They all want to look and feel great.

So the naturopath, nutritionist, herbalist and health coach founded The Last Resort Organic Detox Spa in Bondi in 2005.

Saimaa has since been helping people restore health and rebalance to their lives.

“My love of natural medicine came from my mum.

She was never big on using commercial medicines and she taught me the value of nature. She passed away when I was quite young so I wanted to continue learning about naturopathy and what she had introduced me to,” Saimaa said.

“I trained with masters in natural therapies all across the world and the learning happened for me before I actually did my degree.”

Now, Saimaa has released her book Aussie Body Diet & Detox Plan to share her secrets to getting the vibrant and healthy Aussie body we dream of.

“Aussie Body Diet & Detox Plan is for anyone from athletes to parents, from those looking to lose a few kilos to those chasing the bright complexion and energetic outlook synonymous with being an Aussie,” Saimaa said.

In Aussie Body Diet & Detox Plan Saimaa helps you decide what type of ‘detoxer’ you are and prescribes a custom made fourteen day program that is right for you.

Shopping lists, meal planners and tips from Saimaa’s celebrity clients will help along the way, as well her delicious recipes (and this is a diet that endorses dessert!).

“I wanted to write something that would be helpful to everyone and would appeal to everyone across the country,” Saimaa said.

“I want people to realise there is an obesity epidemic but getting your body back on track is actually really easy.

“By using food, water, detox and movement properly and by getting out in nature, getting some sunlight and thinking differently, you can become healthy and happy.”

The best part is that Saimaa’s recipes can be used long after the fourteen day detox is over and Aussie Body Diet & Detox Plan arms anyone with the tools and the knowledge needed to live a healthier, happier life.

Saimaa is a big believer in traditional naturopathy specialises in nutritional programs.

“I treat everyone as an individual. Every single body is different,” she said.

Saimaa offers face to face consultations, or for those interstate, a personalised assessment and program via skype.

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ore and more people are traveling for business, and not just pleasure.

So Samsonite is making sure you are traveling in style.

Samsonite Australia Vice President Ari Priester shares his insights into the latest needs of business travellers below.

Business briefcases; a mobile office: Today laptops, tablets, smartphones, newspapers, folders and personal items are all stored in briefcases; the briefcase has become an all-purpose piece of luggage.

Samsonite luggage has separate compartments for every item ensuring optimum organisation. The mobile office range even has space for a change of clothes.

Everyone needs a technology sleeve: The inclusion of a technology sleeve in a piece of business luggage is a necessity.

Executives need to feel comfortable knowing that their laptops and tablets are being properly protected from damage.

Samsonite’s technology sleeves offer superior protection and are a feature of every Samsonite Business case.

CEOs can now look respectable with a backpack: With high density living on the rise, more

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and more people are walking, cycling and scootering to and from work.

For those who need to make an impression, or safeguard their precious technology, Samsonite has designed a new range of backpacks that look the part and have built in padding to protect equipment from bumps and shocks.

Travel big but light for business: Today’s traveller is increasingly looking for durable but manoeuvrable pieces that ease the stress of travel and reduce the likelihood of excess baggage charges.

The unique, striking design and innovative material featured in the Curv range ensures business travellers reach their destination in style, hassle-free and without having to leave out any travel essentials due to a lack of packing space.

Travel accessories make life simple: Organisation is key when travelling a lot and well designed, reliable travel accessories ensure that all your travel essentials are easily retrieved without having to rummage through luggage. Samsonite’s range of travel accessories features everything from luggage scales and convertible pillows to folding toiletry kits and money belts, keeping travel essentials organised and safe. n

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BOYS TOYS

Technology, craftsmanship and feedback make up the Holden VF range H

olden has revealed images of the VF Sportwagon and Ute, which will be part of the new technologically advanced VF Commodore line-up to be launched mid-2013.

Holden has also confirmed all three Commodore body styles – sedan, Sportwagon and Ute – will go on sale at the same time.

The announcement comes as the company ramps up customer quality and on-road engineering evaluation programs around Australia.

As part of VF’s ongoing development, Holden engineers will conduct more than 1.4 million kilometres of local and overseas validation testing before the first VF Commodore reaches Holden showrooms.

This includes 350,000 kilometres of customer verification testing of early production models by Holden employees across the business over the coming months.

Since the program’s inception in 2009, Holden

has introduced a range of new measures to ensure the 2013 VF Commodore exceeds customer expectations.

Holden has mined customer feedback dating from 2003 to define program quality targets and develop vehicle functionality, content and features.

Holden Chief Engineer Brett Vivian said customer experiences of Holden and competitor products were front loaded into VF program planning.

“Our aim with VF was to challenge people’s perceptions about our cars and get them excited about large cars again,” he said.

“The insights we’ve gained from customer feedback have played a critical role in shaping the VF program, resulting in a fantastic-looking car that is the most refined Commodore we’ve ever engineered.

“It’s also packed full of features and technology that take the driving experience to

new levels.

“We’ve put VF through its paces around the globe – from Sweden to North America to the Middle East, but the most critical testing is the thousands of evaluation kilometres we cover on local roads in Australia.

“Whether sedan, Sportwagon or Ute, the new VF is a car we can all be very proud of – it’s a truly great drive.”

The craftsmanship and intricate detail of the VF not only enhances your driving experience, but give the Commodore a commanding presence on the road.

Holden has combined some of the best technologies on the planet and packaged them up into the VF Commodore.

Being able to detect traffic around corners or practically parking itself, VF Commodore has all the smart technologies you need. A new fully integrated infotainment system and touchscreen will also enhance any drive. n

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talkin technology KEEPING UP WITH THE LATEST GADGETS AND GIZMOS

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NIKON AW110 Nikon’s newest shock-proof, freeze-proof and water-proof camera the COOLPIX AW110 features a 16 Megapixel Back-lit CMOS sensor, 5x Optical zoom and full (1080p) HD video recording. Waterproof, shock-proof and cold-resistant, the COOLPIX AW110 is also equipped with a built in GPS, electronic compass and barometer making it ideal for shooting in the outdoors.

Visit www.mynikonlife.com.au

MASHA Prep Store has combined years of design and engineering experience to develop Masha. This easyto-operate product can create restaurant-quality mash with a perfect consistency and no lumps in seconds. A quick-release rotor makes the product easy to clean, while its compact design allows for easy storage.

Visit www.prepstore.com.au RRP $69.95

POSTER CANDY Postercandy gives you the ability to take those treasured, fun and creative Instagram pics you love and turn them into unique posters for the home, office and more. In just 4 simple clicks, you can create your very own Instagram wall art with Postercandy.

Visit www.postercandy.com.au RRP from $19.95

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SODASTREAM SodaStream is launching the new Genesis Emerald Green Machine after the world’s leading colour authority Pantome declared 2013 the year of emerald green. The new addition to the SodaStream family conveys clarity, nature and revitalisation and is ideal for every household. One bottle of SodaStream can replace 2000 cans so do your bit and go ‘emerald green’ in 2013.

Visit www.sodastream.com.au RRP $129.95

PENTAX MX-1 Go retro with Pentax’s new shooting pro, the MX-1. A highperformance compact camera showcasing classic flair and SLR-like features for the digital generation. The MX-1 packs some professional punch thanks to its 4x wide zoom lens with a maximum aperture of F1.8 to F2.5 and a 12 megapixel back illuminated CMOS sensor. Available in black and silver.

Visit www.facebook.com/PentaxSnaps RRP $499

OPTIMUS G Optimus G is LG’s premium flagship mobile phone device and represents the very best that LG offers in innovation and technology. Optimus G is a collaboration of some of the finest component makers on the planet coming together to develop a standout smartphone that offers consumers practical features in line with LG’s commitment to making lives better. With the powerful quad-core CPU, Snapdragon™ S4 Pro processor and industry best technologies for enhanced viewing and enhanced battery life; LG adds the finishing touches on the Optimus G with a beautiful sleek design and innovative UX features.

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At least your feet won’t feel uncomfortable.

With PORON® XRD™ shock absorption and a breathable bamboo lining, Blundstone XFoot rubber workboots will always keep your feet comfortable, even if you’re not.