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Mining Families Rock

A NEW BOOK DEALS WITH THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF MINING LIFE

Break up a Holiday Break

10 INTERESTING STAY-OVER OPTIONS

Johnathan Thurston

WE CHAT TO THE COWBOY WITH THE BIG HEART

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MINING BLACK DAYS 15,000 miners seek out help for their return to the mine site

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KASEY CHAMBERS AND SHANE NICHOLSON Releasing Wreck & Ruin

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KEEP FIT GOLFING As if golf lovers needed an excuse to get out onto the green

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BRILLIANT BOATING We check out Haines Hunter’s 560 Offshore

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HSV LAUNCHES TWO NEW MODELS Reintroduction of ClubSport and Maloo entry level models

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MAKEOVER YOUR KITCHEN Our step by step DIY guide

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SHOPPING FOR CHEAP GOODS AND BARGAINS Save some serious cash on your purchases

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HALLOWEEN HAUNTS ‘Tis the Season

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JOHNATHAN THURSTON We chat to the Cowboy with the big heart

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MINING FAMILIES ROCK A new book deals with the trials and tribulations of mining life

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BREAK UP A HOLIDAY BREAK 10 interesting stay-over options

4 Welcome 8 Great for Mining Life & Living 10 Chit Chat 14 Family Focus 16 Fighting Fit 19 Boy’s Toys 27 Your Place 28 Your Back Pocket 32 Talkin’ Technology 34 Fashion Fever 36 Travel Bug Bites 38 Local Travel 45 Brain Teasers 46 Talk Back

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Mining Families Rock

A NEW BOOK DEALS WITH THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF MINING LIFE

Break up a Holiday Break

10 INTERESTING STAY-OVER OPTIONS

Johnathan Thurston WE CHAT TO THE COWBOY WITH THE BIG HEART

On the Cover: Johnathan Thurston

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Welcome to Mining Life & Living Magazine

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EDITOR Bettina Maniatis bettina@inflightmagazine.com.au

ello and welcome to Mining Life & Living Magazine, 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 reader’s work-life balance as well as to simply entertain with interviews, profiles and regular contributions from experts in their field.

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ADVERTISING & ENQUIRIES WESTERN EDITION [WA] Daniela Raos

For this issue, I spoke with the lovely Johnathan Thurston – what a gentleman as always. The interview was shortly after Queensland’s Origin win so he was still riding that high. I hope you enjoy reading all about what’s coming up for him in the near future.

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As always, I’m keen to gain your feedback on how you feel the magazine is going and if there are any issues you’d like us to cover. Email me at info@inflightmagazine.com.au and we might even publish your letter in the next issue!

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Until next time, enjoy this issue and keep safe and healthy in your Mining Life and Living!

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15,000 MINERS SEEK OUT HELP FOR ‘BLACK DAY’ BLUES

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“For some people, the hardest day is the final day of their time off (the day before they leave for work) and for others it's the actual day of travel back to the mine site.”

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he miner’s ‘black day’ has always been something of a jokey, informal term shared by FIFO workers who have to return to the mine site.

But an unprecedented 15,000 hits to a Mining Family Matters website page suggests ‘black days’ are not only real, they’re also commonly experienced.

Earlier this year, we ran a story by MiningFM’s resident psychologist Angie Willcocks in our Safety Insert on the supposed black day: There's a 'FIFO phrase' that seems to be popping up a lot lately and it's called 'black day'. After checking it out [among a few miners and their partners] it appears the term means different things to different people.

A ‘black day’ is usually used by the person flying (or driving) out for work, as opposed to those left behind. Not surprisingly, it's used to describe a FIFO or DIDO worker's toughest day. For some people, the hardest day is the final day of their time off (the day before they leave for work) and for others it's the actual day of travel back to the mine site.

The article included strategies for dealing with black days – and within days of being posted on the Mining FM website, was receiving hundreds of hits each day. After five months, the number stands at 14,970 – and it’s still climbing.

“It took us completely by surprise,” said MiningFM co-founder (and miner’s wife) Alicia Ranford. “We’ve always known about ‘black days’ but we didn’t appreciate just how strongly it was felt by those in the mining industry and their families.”

For a follow-up feature this month, contributor Brooke Martin interviewed nine miners and found all could identify with a specific down day in their FIFO/DIDO roster – a day when they felt increased stress, anxiety or sadness.

Bob, an electrician married with three children and working a FIFO roster, said he had feelings of extreme anxiety, being lost and unable to focus.

"I've worked in mining for nearly 15 years,” he said. “I've always had difficulty with this, it is something I’ve never been able to get used to."

Max, an emergency response coordinator, said he didn’t label it a ‘black day’ but recognised the symptoms and the timing.

"I have a huge knot in my stomach and spend the last day of my break wondering if I've done enough work around the house, whether I caught up with friends and family enough, and generally feel irritable and depressed."

According to Ms Willcocks, recognising that the issue is real is important for both the industry and its workers.

“By identifying the problem, people can work on simple strategies to alleviate it,” Ms Willcocks said. “Plus, it’s the old adage that a problem shared is a problem halved knowing that you’re not alone in feeling this way can be a huge help.”

Further information on black days, dealing with depression and helping a loved one to cope with depression can be found in the new Mining Family Matters book, Mining Families Rock. For more information, see page 14 and visit www.miningfm.com.au

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Magnetic Island for the day. Having lunch there and sometimes staying the night.

I love playing golf at Paradise Palms – I play quite a bit of golf there. I also love getting to Port Douglas. It’s a lovely spot to relax and get away from the pressures of the game.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT QUEENSLAND? Queenslanders are very resilient. No doubt there have been a lot of families affected with the things that happened last year and they certainly help each other out in a time of need. We certainly stick by each other in hard times. That’s what sticks out to me the most.

AND WHAT ARE SOME OF THE THINGS CURRENTLY GOING ON IN YOUR LIFE OFF THE FIELD? At this stage I’ve been an ambassador for the Red Cross. When Origin time comes around, we have a Queensland vs. NSW blood donating contest. I don’t know this year’s results yet, but in the past we’ve certainly beat them. If anyone is in a position to do so, definitely give blood. So many people need blood and there isn’t enough to get around. I’ve donated things to raise money and I know they’re low in A+ and O type so if there’s anyone out there with those blood types, you can certainly save someone’s life with it. n

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of years there’s been some hardships in Queensland with the cyclones and floods, so we love pulling that jersey on and representing the state.

LAST TIME I SPOKE WITH YOU, YOU WERE IN THE EARLY STAGES OF SETTING UP A CHARITY, HOW’S ALL THAT COMING ALONG? Well, after speaking to a few people about the charity we decided not to go with it. Just the timing wasn’t so great. I come off contract at the end of next year so I’m certainly looking for a charity or something to put my face to that has the same beliefs and values that I do.

YOU MENTIONED YOU’RE COMING OFF CONTRACT AT THE END OF NEXT YEAR, SO WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACHIEVE BEFORE THEN? I certainly believe we’ve got a squad that can be a genuine contender for the title. It’s about getting the confidence up and if we can do that, we have a team that can definitely give it a shake. We’ve locked in some great players so the club’s moving in the right direction of achieving those goals.

AND CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ORIGIN WIN… Thank you. It’s quite an achievement.

We’ve been very successful for a number of years. You know, over the last couple

MANY OF OUR READERS ARE IN NORTH QUEENSLAND. CAN YOU TELL US SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE SPOTS AROUND THERE? On my down time I love going to

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KASEY CHAMBERS & SHANE NICHOLSON Releasing Wreck & Ruin in September

n 2008, Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson became one of the only married couples in the history of the Australian album charts to have an album collaboration debut at number one, coming second to none other than John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Almost five years on, Kasey and Shane have recorded Wreck & Ruin, the highly anticipated follow up to their 2008 platinum #1 hit album, Rattlin’ Bones.

“Having been almost five years since we made Rattlin’ Bones we thought it was time to ‘tempt fate’ and challenge our marriage by making another album together,” the couple said. “We have both made solo albums in between, but in the back of our minds we always knew we would end up making music together again.”

According to Kasey and Shane, the writing process fell into place easier than they had planned so they grabbed a few of their musician friends and recorded everyone jamming the songs on a farm for a week.

“When the situation is right, it’s not difficult for us to make music together,” said Kasey who lives with Shane and their children on the Central Coast of NSW. “We click on that level.”

“Wreck & Ruin was born and gave us a chance to revisit the sounds of music that we love to make together where it can be traditional, but not conventional.”

Wreck & Ruin was recorded in eight days at Foggy Mountain, and the 13-track album captures each of the various elements of Kasey and Shane’s love for music – from roots to gospel, bluegrass to folk, but always country to the core.

The album opens with the hymn-inspired Til Death Do Us Part, before launching into the title track, a mixture of banjo and bruised fiddle work all purposefully built around country influences.

It’s as if the pair are stomping in a barnyard weighing up their differences, jamming in the name of revolution and taking a traditional genre and shaking it up for what it’s worth.

The album’s first single Adam & Eve is loaded with religious imagery. There are serpents and sin and storytelling that’s part fairytale and two shakes Biblical.

“There is no symbolic connection between us and Adam and Eve,” said Shane. “I don’t know if that story ended that well anyway!”

Other songs like The Quiet Life beg the question of wishing for a life away from the big city.

“That song is about our lives,” Kasey said. “A lot of people and couples can relate to that.”

“We’ve all thought ‘hey I just want to swap this life for a quiet life for a while’. It pops into your mind every now and again. I would get bored. Shane would love it though.”

“Absolutely,” Shane added. “We wrote that sitting on the back porch of the cabin and looking at the mountains and I was thinking I could easily do this instead of making this album and going on tour. I could easily sit here strumming and drink scotch all day.”

Up Or Down was inspired by a day of listening to the gospel sounds of The Louvin Brothers’ 1950 album Satan Is Real while Sick As A Dog literally gets its name from the entire family being swiped by the flu earlier this year, and ploughs through a fast, nasty bluegrass-stomp.

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FAMILY FOCUS

MINING FAMILIES The world’s first

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new 176-page book offers professional advice and practical strategies for the growing number of mining workers coping with fly-in/fly-out, drive-in/drive-out or life in isolated mining communities.

Mining Families Rock features professional advice by a psychologist, personal anecdotes from mining family members, and a raft of simple tips for keeping relationships healthy and kids happy.

The book is also aimed at Australians hoping to tap into the mining boom, with timely advice on where to start when you want a job in mining and what to expect from life on a mine site.

It’s published by the award-winning online support network Mining Family Matters, with 70 chapters including:

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Staying connected when you work away Helping children (from toddlers to teens) cope Using time wisely on precious days together Rebooting your sex life in a mining marriage Beating the 'black day' blues Building a new life in a mining town Mine site etiquette and what to pack for your first shift

Mining Family Matters co-founder, Alicia Ranford says Mining Families Rock has been carefully compiled not only to help people through any challenges they face as a result of their work choices, but also to help people feel good about those choices.

“The mining boom offers great opportunities for families, but after six moves in a decade and eight years of fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) I know it can also put intense pressure on couples trying to maintain a strong relationship and raise happy, healthy kids,” Alicia says. “Great communication is the absolute key, and hopefully this book will start a lot of conversations on many personal levels.”

Mining Family Matters psychologist Angie Willcocks says there is a lot of attention in Australia on the negative impacts of FIFO rosters on families, and it’s time to turn the focus onto how to make these couples more resilient.

“Working away from home is a fact of life for a growing number of Australian families and it can be a positive experience so long as couples are very clear about goals and potential problems up front,” Angie said. “They need to tackle any issues as a united team and regularly reassess how

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Sample tips from Mining Families Rock COPING IN THE EARLY DAYS OF FIFO/DIDO: We all cope differently when things get tough. Some need more contact; others prefer to withdraw. If your partner seems distant and keen to get off the phone in the early days, try not to take it personally.

Handling Criticism

HOW TO COPE WHEN YOU’RE MISSING YOUR KIDS: Remember that your children will only worry and panic about dad being away for Christmas or a big birthday if the adults seem to be worried or panicky.

Look at this as a great opportunity to model resilience and problemsolving skills.

BEATING THE BLACK DAY BLUES: Black days are a bit like Mondayitis, only on a bigger scale. For some miners, it’s the final day of their time off. For others it’s the actual day of travel back to the mine site. Next time you are having a black day, take the time to think about how you feel (sad, anxious or stressed) and how you are acting. Sometimes, even just noticing your black day thoughts can help.

MINING MUMS WHO WORK AWAY: Make sure guilt doesn’t affect your parenting style. If you do feel guilty about working away or long hours on the job, offload to supportive friends and/or family to get it off your chest, rather than changing how you interact with your kids.

DON’T LET MONEY MAKE YOU MISERABLE: Don’t alter your commitments (i.e. new house or bigger loan repayments) until you are sure that mining works for you. FIFO/DIDO families don’t do too well when they feel stuck with the lifestyle.

WORKING AWAY – HELPING CHILDREN TO COPE: Allow your children to talk about how they feel, and offer an extra cuddle when they’re sad.

Avoid saying things like “be brave” or “don’t be silly” because they might start hiding feelings from you, thinking they are unacceptable feelings to talk about.

HELPING TEENAGERS TO COPE: some FIFO/DIDO parents feel a little guilty or sorry for their kids, and so expect less of them. Strangely enough, this can be bad for their self esteem. Encouraging and even expecting your teenager to take part in family activities and help around the house is not only good for their confidence; it’s great for setting up opportunities for communication.

SEX AND THE MINING COUPLE: If you have differing libidos, don’t fall into the trap of thinking the ‘problem’ rests with the person who wants less or more sex. Setting the issue up as one person’s problem just makes it harder to tackle and increases the tension, frustration, guilt and blame. Try approaching your differing sex drives as a team, working together to break your ‘sex cycles’.

MARRIAGE BREAKDOWNS AND INFIDELITY: If you have a strong relationship based on mutual respect, interests and love for each other (and you can openly discuss any worries or issues as they arise) there is no reason the FIFO/DIDO lifestyle should negatively impact your marriage or partnership.

MINE CAMP ETIQUETTE: Get yourself clean and tidy before breakfast and dinner in the mess hall. No-one wants to sit beside someone with half the day’s work still on their overalls. n

BY KELLY MANIATIS, REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST AND MEMBER OF THE AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY

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ast issue, I highlighted five constructive responses to reasonable criticism. Here are another four, and some closing key points on the topic.

Find the Facts: If the person offering criticism isn’t being specific enough, then ask questions. It’s important to find out what the real issue is. If your boss says, “I didn’t like your last report”, then get details.

What didn’t they like about it?

Admit Mistakes People who own up to their mistakes are respected and admired.

When you freely take responsibility for something that hasn’t worked out as you would have wished, you’re demonstrating professionalism and maturity. If you’re in the wrong, admit it and apologise. Agreeing with your critic puts you both on common ground and can often foster an atmosphere of mutual respect and open communication.

Learn from the Experience Fair criticism can help us improve our performance, if we take the time to learn from it. So, spend some time thinking about what happened and what your critic said. Come up with a plan for how you’re going to fix the situation and avoid the same mistake next time.

Be Thankful After you’ve gained perspective on the experience, thank the person for taking the time to give you feedback. Many people feel uncomfortable giving criticism, just as many people are uncomfortable receiving it. Explain how it has helped you, and what you’ve learned from the experience.

KEY POINTS There’s a big difference in fair and unfair criticism, but sometimes the line between the two is hard to see. Fair criticism can help you grow and learn, while unfair criticism can drag you down.

When it comes to handling fair criticism, realise that this is an opportunity. Keep an open mind and where possible, be willing to own up to any mistakes you’ve made. Realise that the critic is addressing an action or situation, not you personally. Make an effort to listen actively and understand what they’re saying, then plan how you’ll improve things and move on. n

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Mining Families Rock is written by mining mum Alicia Ranford, psychologist Angie Willcocks and journalist Lainie Anderson. It’s priced at $24.95 and is available from the Mining Family Matters website, www.miningfm.com.au.

The creation of a comprehensive self-help book follows the success of MiningFM’s 32-page Survival Guide for Mining Families. More than 50,000 copies have been sold to mining companies Australia-wide since March 2011.

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s if golf lovers needed another excuse to get out onto the green, there are a number of healthy advantages gained from the popular game.

With a recent study revealing that many Australians have a Vitamin D deficiency, this statistic is even higher amongst the mining and resource industry.

Essential for strong bones, Vitamin D also regulates the amount of calcium in the blood and helps regulate the growth of skin cells. And where do we get our healthy dose of Vitamin D? From being out in the sun and the fresh air! That’s the first tick for golf!

Secondly, and pretty obviously, exercise is a huge health benefit of the game. It’s not only the walking involved that builds your fitness, but the swing itself improves a person’s core strength.

Additionally, a round of golf is said to burn roughly 300 calories!

Another health plus comes from the endorphins released during a game – so long as you don’t let a bad slice get you down of course! These happy hormones

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are a powerful natural mood enhancer.

What’s more, with the invention of a new golfing gadget, staying healthy through golf has become even easier!

On 1st August, GolfBuddy - the leading developer of golf distance measuring device (DMD) solutions and new generation golf GPS rangefinders - announced the launch of its newest model, the GolfBuddy Voice, a talking golf GPS. "For hundreds of years golfers have relied on the human voice of caddies to dispense vital distance information

on the course,” said Jamie Stark, GolfBuddy Australia General Manager.

“GolfBuddy has taken that timehonoured tradition and re-invented it for the technological age.”

A major breakthrough in the golf GPS market, Voice is the first of its kind featuring audio capabilities offering golfers the ultimate golfing experience.

It is the smallest and lightest golf GPS on the market and the easy to use unit not only provides accurate distances to front, centre and back of the green of more than 35,000 golf courses worldwide, including around 1,000 Australian courses, it actually tells you.

Distances are shown numerically on a small screen, alongside the hole number and par. Furthermore, GolfBuddy’s Auto Course & Hole Recognition technology and 24-channel GPS receiver, means the Voice offers superior precision because it always knows where it is automatically locating your position on the course and hole you are playing.

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Weight Loss & Weight Control

– Part 1

BY GUDRUN OLIVER FROM PEAK PHYSIQUE PERSONAL TRAINING WHAT YOU MUST KNOW TO LOSE WEIGHT: 1. Diets don’t work. If you have ever been on a diet, you know that dieting does not work. Eventually, dieting and denial lead to overeating and more often than not, binge eating.

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2. Calories do count. If you eat more calories than what you burn off through exercise and daily activities, you will gain weight. On the other hand, eating fewer calories than what your body requires will result in weight loss. Reducing the fat in your diet will help reduce total caloric intake, but only if you consume appropriate portion sizes and reduce your caloric intake. Just because you’re eating fat-free cookies doesn’t mean that you’re entitled to the whole box. Calories add up whether they’re calories from protein, carbohydrates, or fat.

I have 10 tips for successful weight reduction; this issue I’ll run through the first 5 and next issue, the remaining.

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t times, everyone’s life will be out of balance. In order to realise our goals, some sacrifice is necessary. As Stephen Covey put it: “It’s easy to say NO, when there is a deeper YES burning inside,” however sometimes that deeper YES can be business tasks, meetings and reports and these can often be at the expense of family, friends or you own health.

You need to identify times when your body is requiring you to be “switched on”, and respect the down times so your body can recuperate. Too much adrenaline can lead to stress and anxiety!

Give yourself an honest and realistic evaluation of the tasks that are possible between now and the next week and prioritise your time so that you can settle into a well-earned break and actually enjoy it.

Consider this advice to squash the stress: 1) Make sure that you continue to exercise. When you do not exercise, you do not expend as many calories, and you will not sleep as well at night.

2) Never skip meals. When you do not eat, it sends a message to your body to shut down your metabolism, this in turn make you feel very sluggish 3) Place yourself as a priority over your break and consider gaining some real down-time. If you verbally let your loved ones know that you need a good rest, they will understand much more.

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1. Write down what and when you eat or drink in a day and why.

Keeping accurate food records of every bite you take can help identify why you are eating (happy, sad, hungry, bored). Plus, it is amazing to find out how the little snacks add up during the day.

2. Become aware of meal timing. You may eat lightly during the day, but devour dinner and snacks throughout the evening. Experiment by eating a considerable breakfast and lunch and eating lightly for dinner. Usually, people are most active during the day, so it only makes sense to consume the bulk of our calories during this time.

Some people aren’t hungry for breakfast because they consume too many calories in the evening.

3. Learn your calorie budget. Know how much you can eat to lose weight and still maintain your energy. To estimate your daily calorie requirement: 1) Multiply your desired or goal weight (in pounds) by 10 to find your resting metabolic rate (RMR). This is the number of calories you burn at rest.

Example: Your goal weight is 170#: 170 X 10 = 1700 calories 2) Multiply RMR by your daily activity level.

Sedentary 20-30% Moderately active 40-60% Very active 70-80% Example: you are moderately active.

1700 X .4 = 680 calories burned through physical activity.

3) Add Steps 1 and 2 to determine daily calorie requirements.

1700 + 680 = 2380 calories per day to maintain weight.

4) To lose weight, subtract 500.

2384 - 500 = 1884 calories per day to lose about 1 pound a week.

4. Divide your calorie budget into at least 3 parts of the day. If you are eating 1800 calories a day to lose weight, divide your calories into three parts of the day: Breakfast/snack 600 calories Lunch/snack 600 calories Dinner/snack 600 calories You may even want to eat 4 to 6 mini-meals throughout the day.

5. Read food labels. Be aware of how many calories are in a serving and, more importantly, how many servings are in a container!

Next issue, I’ll go through the final 5 tips for successful weight reduction.

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FISHING CRUISING DIVING

Haines Hunter’s superior ‘R’ Range 585, 600, 650 now includes... the 760R

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Australia’s outstanding multi-award-winning brand confirms its prestige, adding the 760R model to its range. The ‘R’ Series offers a host of possibilities – serious bluewater fishing, comfortable cruising and the thrill of diving. So if you thought fishing, cruising and diving were out of your league, then think again!

Combining Australia’s most state-of-theart trailer boat manufacturing facility with its quest for perfection, you can’t go past Haines Hunter and the new ‘760R Limited’.

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aines Hunter’s 560 Offshore has been developed over a two year intensive research and development program; and again they’ve yielded another exceptional result.

As you would expect from any Haines Hunter, the boat speaks volume for its size with an overall length of 5.9m and 2.4m beam.

The boat has Haines Hunter’s unique “SSM System” utilising a fully glassed stringer system, foam filled hull and 7 year warranty, the Haines Hunter 560 Offshore is also built to meet Australian standard 1799.

“This ‘melting pot’ of ideas and experience has produced a statement in the boating industry,” according to John Willis of Trailerboat Magazine.

This makes it one of the safest and most innovative boats in its class.

At a glance from the outside, the boat has the highest quality finish with its high gloss superior UV resistant gel coat, 32mm stainless steel bow rails as standard and a very cleverly engineered heavy duty bow sprit with a stainless steel easy guide rope housing. The transom is well thought out with beautiful clean lines and plenty of space so mounting accessories like burley buckets, boarding platforms, transducers or tuna tubes is a simple task.

Step inside the cockpit and it has the feel of a much larger boat, with seating arrangements for up to six people.

“There is always a feel to a Haines Hunter

boat,” Willis of Trailerboat Magazine goes on. “They just give you a sense of strength and security from the second you come on aboard, and the 560 Offshore is no exception.”

The fully insulated underfloor storage compartment is enormous! This can double as an ice box for your day’s catch or be utilised for placing tackle boxes or fishing

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equipment. The Haines Hunter 560 Offshore comes standard with two huge rear quarter storage tanks with drains; either can be plumbed as a live well or used as an esky to keep your drinks cool. The new side panel mouldings and rear mouldings have now made this boat the best 5.6m to 6.0m boat on the market today.

Step up to the helm and you can see the 560 Offshore has been designed to take some of today’s largest electronics displays to assist the serious off-shore angler, whether you are a southern angler chasing those mighty Southern Blue Fin Tuna or a northern angler endeavouring to hook that Marlin of a lifetime. Standing at the helm station, you have perfect panoramic vision and control over the vessel. The cabin is uncluttered with ample side pocket and under bunk storage.

The Performance Deadrise Vee (PDV) is Haines Hunter’s trade mark hull design, and once you ride in this boat you will automatically feel the difference compared to other boats of the same size. Haines Hunter has had a reputation for superb finishes, the highest quality fittings and the best performing boats for over 50 years and the 560 Offshore is no exception. The boat has a solid feel and an exceptionally soft ride which is to be expected from a Haines Hunter, the extra wide beam makes it very stable at rest. The boat is rated to 150hp and has a standard 200lt long range fuel tank to get you home on those long trips out to sea.

Haines Hunter 560 Offshore is another legend of the sea that can be towed comfortably by a large family sedan or mid-sized four wheel drive.

For more information on packages available, please visit the Haines Hunter website at www.haineshunter.com.au to look up your closest dealer or free call 1300 haineshunter. n

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RYCO 24 • 7 mobiles are now servicing your local region, supported by RYCO’s range of hydraulic hose and fittings.

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Tilt cab for easy maintenance access

Quality Isuzu truck with excellent back up

Rollover compliant to Australian Design Rules with a Rollover Protection System to Australian Standards 1636.1 and 2294.2

Australian designed and built air conditioning for rugged and remote conditions

Comfortable coach seats with seatbelts

Bus module transferable onto new cab-chassis when required

Industry standards are, well, standard with this 4WD Able Bus & Coach This Able Bus & Coach 4WD 18-seat remote area bus ticks all the boxes for a minesite.

It isn’t over-engineered.

Its simple built-for-purpose design means it gets the job done without overselling itself.

For safety compliance, the vehicle meets strength and design requirements.

All the engineering tests are validated.

Extensive safety features come standard.

These include a built-in Rollover Protection System (ROPS) to Australian Standards 1636.1

and 2294.2 and Australian Design Rule rollover compliance, full size coach seats with seat belts and driver’s air bag.

Air conditioners designed and built for extreme heat and vibration also come standard.

It’s built on a bigger truck and put less passengers in.

It may cost a little more but it’s better in the long run, giving a stronger, more reliable vehicle.

Another key feature of the vehicles is inter-changeability with passenger modules Testament to the that can be removed company’s business from older cab chassis philosophy of building and placed on a new tough yet safe, reliable and cab chassis reducing comfortable vehicles that replacement costs for meet the highest standards companies. are customers such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto and Able Bus & Coach’s vehicle make of choice is Isuzu – NationWide Hire and a and for good reason: repeat business rate of 90 per cent.

A key proposition of the vehicle is robustness.

Isuzu isn’t just a good make of vehicle; after sales service is unsurpassed.

The tilt cab of the chassis also allows easy maintenance and access to the motor.

A higher ground clearance than a conventional bus chassis is also ideal for mine site and remote areas.

For more information call Able Bus & Coach on 08 9371 7100, info@ablebusandcoach.com.au or visit ablebusandcoach.com.au

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LAUNCHES TWO NEW MODELS

ustralia’s leading luxury performance car manufacturer, HSV, recently announced the re-introduction of its popular ClubSport and Maloo entry level models.

Launched in time to celebrate its 25th anniversary, these new models represent all that HSV is known for – performance, design, and technology – in a competitively priced packaged.

HSV ClubSport Recently, the ClubSport nameplate has only been available in “R8” guise but as part of its range realignment, HSV has re-introduced the entrylevel ClubSport.

A quick review of its standard features reveals the new ClubSport to be anything but a “base” model.

Powered by HSV’s 6.2 litre, LS3, Generation 4 V8 which delivers a massive 317kW of power and 550 Nm of torque, the ClubSport effectively includes all the major features of the outgoing MY12 ClubSport R8 model with the exception of HSV’s Enhanced Driver Interface (EDI), which will be available as a factory-fitted option.

The new ClubSport also picks up HSV’s 20” Pentagon alloy wheels to

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complement an impressive list of standard features which includes sport touring suspension, electronic stability control with competition mode, 4-piston brake package, satellite navigation and rear park assist with reversing camera.

The new ClubSport will be launched at a maximum recommended "driveaway” price of just $65K for the manual version, which represents approximately $7,500 of added value when compared with the outgoing MY12 HSV ClubSport R8.

HSV Maloo Adopting a similar strategy to the ClubSport, HSV is also re-introducing

the Maloo to the HSV range.

Also powered by HSV’s 6.2 litre, LS3, Generation 4 V8 delivering 317kW of power and 550 Nm of torque, the new Maloo includes all the major features of the outgoing MY12 Maloo R8 model with the exception of EDI, and the remote locking hard tonneau and performance sailplane.

In place of the hard tonneau will be a versatile, soft tonneau cover, offering a level of storage flexibility that is sure to be well received by the trade community. For those preferring the hard tonneau and performance sailplane, these can be optioned for $3,990.

As with the ClubSport, the new Maloo picks up the larger, 20” Pentagon alloy wheels to complement its standard sport touring suspension, 4-piston brake package, performance seats in cloth trim with 4-way electric adjustment on the driver’s seat, satellite navigation and rear park assist with reversing camera.

The Maloo will be launched at a maximum recommended "drive-away” price of just $58,990 for the manual version, which represents outstanding value. n

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MEDITERRANEAN

ESCAPE

BY BETTINA MANIATIS

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rom the moment you walk into this welcoming atmosphere, you’ll feel the heat rush over you as the ambience of Byblos in Brisbane’s Hamilton has to be experienced to be understood.

The hues of reds, dark browns and oranges, along with the glow of pink from the huge bar shelf makes it impossible not to feel like your being warmed from the inside out.

But it’s not only the interior design that will heat your soul as the cocktails tantalise your tastebuds and menu gets your mouth watering.

First, I tried a couple of the exquisite cocktails. A special mention goes to the Middle East Margarita (Herradura Tequila, pineapple juice, lemon juice and apricot liquor) which was a little stronger than the traditional kind I’m used to – but no complaints here! Equally as delicious was the Lychee and Basil Martini (Zen Green Tea liqueur and Malibu mixed with Massenez lychee liqueur and a splash of Opal Nera white sambucca - shaken hard with fresh lime, basil, and apple juice).

OK, time for some grub! The menu made it difficult to choose, seeing as each item

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sounded more delicious than the last but the Escargot (snails) was the clear winner for me, sautéed in butter with fresh coriander, garlic, lemon juice and chilli. The portion size was a pleasant surprise as I’m used to this being served in the shell and only getting around six to eight of them per portion – similar to oysters - but this dish had at least 15 if not more!

The lightly grilled haloumi served with lemon came in a close second favourite,

winning me over with its simplicity and the Rekakat (delicate filo pastries filled with feta and mozzarella cheese, chopped onion, and fresh herbs) is also definitely worth a mention.

Finish off your evening sampling a few more cocktails as the bar is open till late and a great spot to have a drink whilst chattering away. You’re sure to leave with the same warmth in your belly as when you set foot in the door.

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Apply gloss, varnish and grout to achieve a ‘clean’ look For timber cabinets and fittings, a quick coat of varnish will have the area looking new in no time. Replacing tiled or glassed splash backs is another popular step in renovating a tired space for maximum effect.

Installing new products and appliances New kitchen cabinets can be the most expensive part of a renovation. A tip to halve the cost is to replace only cabinet doors.

Alternatively, you can update kitchen cupboards by painting them with laminate paint and replacing old door handles. Quirky handles will give your kitchen a distinctive look. When choosing your bench top, take into account the way you use the kitchen. Will the bench top need to take heat? How much maintenance will it need? How easy is it to clean? Can you use it as a cutting surface? Will it stain easily?

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f you are looking to save money on larger purchases (or on small purchases for that matter) the power of pre shopping and shopping around online can really help you find those money saving bargains.

The internet has many sites that can help you find the cheap goods and bargains you are after, all from the comfort of your home computer.

This is not to say you have to buy the goods online, instead you can shop around online and find the best prices and bargains from retailers you can physically visit in your local CBD, effectively avoiding making a transaction online while still getting the best price you can find in your local area.

Other Pre-Shop things to consider Price is not the only thing you need to consider when researching or pre shopping for an item. Remember to take the following points into account also: • Do you have specific requirements of size, weight, usage or durability?

• What are the costs of any servicing or consumable goods?

• Are replacement parts easily available?

• Is after-sales support available?

• How do you find cheap goods?

We would love to hear about how you find cheap goods and bargains using the internet or the like. Is there another way that people can save money and know they are finding the best deal?

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Pre-Shopping Tips To help you save money on your shopping, it is wise to first think about the following points to ensure you are actually about to buy something you really need.

• Is this actually what I am looking for?

• Is the price within my budget?

• How am I going to pay for this item? Cash, cheque or credit card?

• Have I shopped around enough on the price of this item?

• Will I regret this purchase? Is it an impulse buy?

Cheap Goods and Bargains In order to save money on your purchases, you need to know where to begin to find the best deals on the product you are after.

It has become the standard for major retailers to release their sales and cheap goods that are about to be on sale via online catalogues, which then get submitted to major online catalogue sites that allow you to flip through the pages and select items easily that you wish to buy in person.

Recently I used a website where you can create a pre-shop list to win $10,000 and learn how researching your purchases before hand can save you a lot of money.

I was able to find the camera I wanted at six different camera stores in the city followed by ascertaining which was the cheapest – that way when I got to the city, instead of walking to six different shops and searching, I was able to walk directly to the shop and pick up my new camera at the best possible price.

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‘TISTHESEASON HALLOWEEN

Wolf Creek (2005) Three backpackers become stranded in remote Australia and fall prey to a murderer who takes them captive after seeming like an innocent bushman offering to help them with their car.

EDITOR’S COMMENT Made scarier by the fact it was marketing as ‘based on true events’ one of the influences of the movie is said to be the case of missing backpacker Peter Falconio and his girlfriend, Joanne Lees who survived the attack. Falconio was never found and Bradley John Murdoch was convicted of his death in 2005.

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ring out the scary costumes and pack the pantry full of sweets, it’s that time of year again – Halloween!

And in honour of the creepy occasion, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite horror movies to send plenty of chills up your spine!

chicken to actually bring myself to watch this but a friend watched it and described a scene in detail to me – no word of a lie, I didn’t sleep for two nights.

Silence of the Lambs (1991) The story of an FBI cadet who needs get inside the mind of an incarcerated and manipulative killer to determine another’s next moves and catch them.

EDITOR’S COMMENT A classic, and some scenes have gone down in history. Who could forget Anthony Hopkins’ chilling hiss when he describes eating his victim’s liver.

Interesting fact: that hiss was actually unscripted and the disturbed look on Jodie Foster’s face is a genuine reaction to it!

Paranormal Activity (2007) After moving into a new home, a couple become disturbed by a presence in the house and decide to set up a camera to capture events while they sleep.

The Shining (1980) When a family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter, they encounter an evil presence which overtakes the father.

If you’re feeling brave enough, you can also watch

EDITOR’S COMMENT Over 30 years on and this movie still remains one of the scariest around. You’ll never walk down the corridor of a hotel alone again without remembering a particularly creepy scene. For something a little more light-hearted, The Simpsons’ did a comedic

Paranormal Activity 2 and 3. I have to admit, I’m too

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TOP HALLOWEEN ACTIVITY Draculas, Gold Coast For a fun - and extremely cheeky - night out, heads to Draculas on the Gold Coast where you’ll be guaranteed plenty of laughs and screams!

‘Transfusion’ is a tantalizing mix of burlesque, puppetry, comedy and even a hint of circus performing – you’re sure to enjoy the evening, especially with the delicious (and huge) cocktails on offer.

The show isn’t really suitable for kids, but not to worry as Draculas have you covered with a Drax 4 Kids option too.

And just a tip, book as early as you can if you want to get in for Halloween – it’s bound to be on the top of many people’s lists at this time of year!

For more information, visit www.draculas.com.au/queensland

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talkin technology KEEPING UP WITH THE LATEST GADGETS AND GIZMOS

q TOMTOM VIA 620 What’s better than a top of the range GPS that updates you on changing road conditions? A six inch screen on a top of the range GPS that updates you on changing road conditions! TomTom knows that for drivers, nothing beats a GPS that’s clear and easy to use but still maintains its style, durability and functionality. That’s why it’s announced the launch of the new Via 620 – featuring its biggest, sharpest GPS screen yet.

With a bigger screen than any other TomTom device on the market, the Via 620 brings drivers sharper screen clarity for a clear view of their route ahead. The larger buttons and menu items make it easy to use and clear to see, so that you can spend more time enjoying your time on the road. The TomTom Via 620 also comes with a lifetime of free daily map updates and the most relevant road and traffic information so that you will always be one step ahead of the game.

Available from leading retailers or via www.tomtom.com.

TomTom VIA 620>> RRP $249.99

p NIKON D3200 An entry-level DSLR camera with big features, the Nikon D3200 is equipped with a new CMOS image sensor, 24.2-million pixels and the same EXPEED 3 image-processing engine built into Nikon’s flagship D4 and D800, the D3200 which enables the capture of beautiful, high-quality images. Succeeding the ultrapopular D3100, the D3200 offers a refined Guide Mode that is even easier than ever to use. Guide Mode displays instructions for shooting according to the situation, scene or subject and also offers options for playing back and retouching images.

The Nikon D3200 is available at authorised Nikon resellers.

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Outcased laptop bags, currently available in pink, green, blue and silver, fit up to a 15.6” (39.6cm) laptop, with an internal pocket and elastic strap to secure smaller models. The iPad bags, available in a vibrant colour range of pink, green, blue and orange, feature pockets and external handles, making them safer to transport than a simple sleeve.

For stockist details, visit www.outcased.com.au where the bags are also sold with free shipping offered.

Outcased Laptop Bag>> RRP $54.95 Outcased iPad Bag>> RRP $44.95

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y X-DORIA DASH IPHONE 4/4S CASE Dashing and durable, the X-Doria Dash iPhone 4/4S case is super tough, yet super sleek. Providing top notch protection for your iPhone, the stylish outer offers double protection, with an impact resistant polycarbonate inner shell.

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p EYE-FI X2 Stay effortlessly connected and organised while travelling with the Eye-Fi X2 series memory cards. Featuring built in Wi-Fi, the new memory cards enable automatic transfer of holiday snaps from camera to smartphone, tablet or laptop, greatly simplifying photo and video upload, sharing, organisation and back-up anywhere in the world.

An Eye-Fi card is used like a regular SDHC card to store photos and videos. However, the built-in WiFi connects the camera to the user’s mobile device or computer. Photos and videos are instantly uploaded from the camera to device as they are taken when within range of a user’s WiFi network.

When without access to a WiFi network, Eye-Fi’s unique direct mode enables users to upload on-the-go. Using the free Eye-Fi app, photos and videos are uploaded directly to the user’s iPad, iPhone or Android device, even while at the beach or hiking in a remote area.

Eye-Fi cards are available in leading camera specialists and electronics stores.

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q JABRA SPORT AND JABRA HALO 2 Some people like to exercise while listening to music, some talk on the phone. With the Jabra SPORT Bluetooth® stereo headset it’s easy to do both.

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Then there’s the Jabra Halo2. Take your musical experience to new heights and control your music directly from your headset. The Halo2 Multiuse™ lets you connect to more than one device at a time.

Streaming music wirelessly onto your headset is effortless and the sound quality is amazing. Noise Blackout™ technology ensures your voice to come through crystal clear when making calls using your headset. The Jabra HALO2 also gives you the option of using your non-Bluetooth supported devices, such as your mp3 player, to listen to your favourite music.

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The real difference with this range is the materials used in the blank along with the new resin system and cloth. It allows production of a blank that will dead lift 40kg+ of weight with weights of less than 110grams. That’s not all though, as there is no use having the weight lifting ability without an action that will allow the angler to fully use this raw lifting power.

The power transfer is the real secret behind these rods (see image).

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FASHION FEVER

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ne easy outfit that keeps working from before breakfast to dinner: new stylish, all-season range of bamboo clothing from Bodypeace Bamboo – flatters the figure, drapes perfectly, feels so soft and is gentle on the environment. www.bodypeacebamboo.com Bamboo fabric is arguably the most sustainable choice for clothing and homewares and the list of its environmental and fashion benefits is extensive and impressive.

The fastest growing plant on the planet (and one third faster than the fastest growing tree), bamboo can grow to upwards of one metre per day. Botanically a grass and not a tree, it sends up new shoots after harvesting, eliminating the need for replanting.

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TRAVEL BUG BITES

Break Up A HOLIDAY BREAK:

10 interesting stayover options T

ravellers are “breaking up their holiday breaks” by staying over at the world’s holiday hotspots on the way to or from their primary destinations.

Flight Centre Limited global executive general manager of marketing Colin Bowman said growth in the number of airlines servicing Australia, coupled with the emergence of low cost and hybrid carriers, had opened up a variety of new holiday options for travellers.

“As the range of airfare choices takes off, travellers are finding that the conventional flight path from A to B is not always the best or most interesting travel option,” he said. “In

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some cases, flying direct to the destination may not be the cheapest flight either.”

To highlight some of the interesting alternatives that are now available, Flight Centre’s airfare experts have compiled a range of interesting “stay over” itineraries.

1) New York, via Hawaii

For most Australians, the journey to the Big Apple typically includes a flight via Los Angeles, but an exciting new option was made available in June, when Hawaiian Airlines introduced direct services from Honolulu to New York’s Kennedy (JFK) airport.

2) New Zealand, with a South American flavour

Competition is intense on the Trans Tasman routes, which are now serviced by Qantas, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and a host of highly rated international airlines including Emirates, Aerolineas Argentina and Lan Chile. In addition to flying to NZ, travellers taking off to Santiago with Lan can also stopover in Papeete and Easter Island.

3) London, via the Maldives

There are literally dozens of ways to fly to London. If you’re not in a hurry to touch down in the UK, Emirates offers one of the most interesting alternatives, which includes stops in Singapore, Colombo (Sri Lanka), Male and Dubai.

4) Paris, via Reunion

Similarly, if you’re travelling to Paris and in need of some beach time, consider Air Tahiti Nui or Air Austral. Air Tahiti offers flights from Sydney to Papeete and on to the French capital, while Air Austral flies via Reunion Island, the gateway to Mauritius and the Seychelles.

5) Rome, via Dubai

While many travellers still fly to Europe via Asia, Emirates’ and Etihad’s rapid growth in recent years has really put the Middle East on the stay over map for Australians.

Passengers taking off from Melbourne on Emirates can stay over in Dubai on the way to or from Rome and other European and UK destinations.

6) LA, via Fiji

The quickest way to get to Los Angeles is, of course, the direct route to Los Angeles International Airport. But there’s also a host of indirect options for travellers to consider. Fijian carrier Air Pacific, which flies from several Australian cities, offers connections from Nadi to Los Angeles and other North American destinations, including Vancouver.

7) Bali and Phuket combined

These two holiday havens have long been favourites for Australian travellers.

But there’s no need to choose between them, as it’s now easy and affordable to visit both. Flight Centre has created an airfare deal that includes a flight from Australia to Bali, via Singapore, on to Phuket and then home to Australia via Singapore.

8) Kenya, via Korea

Australian travellers taking off on an African safari now have a new flight option.

Korean Air, which offers flights from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, recently launched non-stop services from Seoul Incheon to Nairobi. Flights will leave Seoul on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

9) Las Vegas, via Hawaii

Travellers taking off to Las Vegas can really hit the jackpot when it comes to stopover options along the way. In addition to taking the traditional route to LA with V Australia, Qantas and others, Aussie travellers can choose to get beached in Hawaii by flying Hawaiian Airlines and stopping over in Honolulu.

10) South Africa, via Adu Dhabi

If you’re planning a trip to South Africa, there are literally dozens of flight paths to consider, in addition to the direct route from Australia.

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LOCAL TRAVEL

Peppers Coral Coast

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irlie Beach is the gateway to the Whitsunday islands - a colourful, cosmopolitan and inviting holiday town lying on the shores of a palm fringed beach overlooking the Coral Sea and yachts scattered throughout Pioneer Bay. This ever expanding town is part of a peninsular that reaches out to the Whitsunday Passage providing an ideal mainland base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding Whitsunday islands. Day cruises leave for the Great Barrier Reef from Airlie Beach daily or perhaps try sailing between the islands or enjoy a scenic flight over Whitehaven Beach. Snorkelling and diving is also a great way to explore the magical sights of this aquatic wonderland.

Alternatively, just simply relax and indulge by the wet edge pool at Peppers Coral Coast Resort and take in the stunning ocean views; pamper yourself at the Endota day spa or chill out on the balcony of your apartment and unwind. That’s a holiday in itself without even leaving the resort!

The on-site Tides Restaurant and Bar offers modern Australian with Asian flavours and influences. Chef Greg Devine’s innovative menu has been specially crafted ensuring each dish complements the other with an extensive wine list to match. The ‘Four Tastes of the Sea’ tasting plate and Valrhona chocolate dessert plate for two are not to be missed!

Airlie Beach is easily accessed from Proserpine Airport or Shute Harbour and Peppers is a short 5 to 10 minute stroll to the centre of town where a variety of bars, eateries and shops are available or take a stroll along the magnificent boardwalk which links the Airlie Beach lagoon to nearby Cannonvale and Shingley Beach.

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BLUEWATER: LIVE, LOVE, LIFE STYLE B

YOU WORK HARD AND THEREFORE, DESERVE AND WANT THE BEST.

luewater’s master planned residential development at Trinity Beach in far north Queensland embodies this belief offering the ultimate lifestyle and investment security.

Situated a short 15 minute drive north of Cairns Airport, Bluewater is nature’s playground - spanning 155 hectares between two World Heritage listed attractions – Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. And while all this might seem miles away from the everyday, Bluewater is just minutes from Smithfield shopping centre, a choice of schools, James Cook University, the Cairns International Airport and the vibrant hub of the city.

Bluewater comprises a selection of housing allotments positioned in rainforest, park and waterfront precincts. Buyers should note that just five waterfront allotments remain, positioned overlooking the development’s impressive 108 berth marina. These ‘lifestyle’ blocks are rare and represent the region’s last waterfront land development. And now is the time to snap up this never to be repeated opportunity as Bluewater recently released a new offer for anyone purchasing these remaining few by pledging to make up to a weighty $39,000 in interest rate payments which means you could get your position on the waterfront from as little as $360,000.

investment value of owning a marina berth which is further enhanced by the current shortage Australia wide.

Bluewater Marina is currently offering a $30,000 saving on the purchase of its marina berths as well as payment of levies for the first three years. So whether you own your own boat or rent out to gain rental income, this represents an attractive and affordable investment.

Now is the time for visit Bluewater. Just last month it celebrated the opening of the Elysian Display Village with builder, David McCoy Homes’ featuring four homes situated alongside in the forested reserve. These homes provide an inspiring insight into the effective use of space, contemporary furnishings and fittings and the latest in tropical design and construction. The display village is open daily by appointment and on weekends.

In short, Bluewater is the best of many worlds

Bluewater Marina was opened in 2007 and since then has set the benchmark in marina

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Bluewater is an investment in your family’s future and your lifestyle away from work.

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TAKING THE KIDS OUT OF SCHOOL

FOR HOLIDAYS A

huge benefit of the FIFO/DIDO lifestyle is the ability for families in mining and resources to stretch their annual leave.

For those who don't do FIFO/DIDO, let me explain. Let’s say your husband works nine days on the mine site and then has five days off at home. He takes nine days annual leave and ends up with 19 days off (five days rostered R&R + nine days annual leave + five days rostered R&R = 19 days). I've never met a FIFO/ DIDO family who’s complained about this!

So this fantastic arrangement, coupled with the fact that FIFO workers get to keep their frequent flyer points, makes for a great excuse to take a holiday.

We weighed up the pros and cons of taking the kids out of school and decided that time together as a family (coupled with the life experiences they would receive while on holiday) far outweighed the time missed at school.

So with that in mind, here are my tips for making the most of valuable annual leave: • Write a letter to the principal well ahead of time, explaining the reason for your child’s absence from school. Forward a copy to their class teachers too, requesting any work they might miss while away. Then, of course, ensure this gets done before you return.

• Choose a destination with a different culture - an eye-opening experience will widen your

BY ALICIA RANFORD, MINING FAMILY MATTERS CO-FOUNDER (WWW.MININGFM.COM.AU)

children’s horizons.

• Get the kids to write a journal of what they've been doing each day. Include rubbings of coins from whichever country you’re in, airline tickets and attraction ticket stubs of the places you’ve been.

• Travel with another family. True, this is risky, but choose friends who have travelled before and have like-minded interests.

• If you are staying in the one place, hire a villa. It’s cheaper than you think, especially when sharing with another family.

• Organise day trips. You’ll be picked up from your villa/resort and taken for a day of activities.

Your guide will be an amazing source of local knowledge and will teach you some phrases to help you on your way.

• If travelling overseas isn’t something you’ve done before, contact a travel agent who will help guide you with your plans. They often have the cheapest deals too. We have had great success with both www.byokids.com.au and www.flightcentre.com.au.

Whether you’re a FIFO/DIDO or residential family, life is busy and we all work hard - so it’s extra important to make precious time for family.

I know it’s a cliché, but the kids grow up so fast.

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Points of View

Davson’s $5.2m Record Painting A

1985 painting by Sharon Davson recently sold for $5.2 million (US $5.4m) - a new record for a painting by a living Australian artist.

The painting, Points of View, is a major early career work by the artist. Sharon Davson has a solid three decade professional Australian and international art career to her credit.

Points of View was originally commissioned

by Norman Hepburn for his then Central Coast resort in 1985 as three continuous canvases created by Davson. It has changed hands several times over the decades.

It’s most recent sale also places the painting third in the world by value for a painting by a living female artist.

This is causing some excitement as the sale seems to have taken some members of the art world by surprise with a few offering their opinions. However, amidst the opinions, there are the obvious statements in the media that ''the purchaser was obviously happy'' to confirm the $5.2m sale.

Since the early 1980s, Sharon Davson has represented herself through her professional art gallery and studio complexes; which are predominantly open by appointment. Thus, with assistance from her staff and agents, she has remained outside of much of the standard commercial art gallery limelight.

The owners of her art and those who have participated with her work read like a Who's Who of the celebrity and corporate worlds, yet she has maintained a rather private life.

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Working on the painting in 1985 - Points of View.

Boyd Nelson of Whitehead Gupta Lawyers, issued the following statement on behalf of the new owner Macquarie Trustee NZ: "Points of View is an iconic Davson work lavishly themed with her signature jig-saw puzzle pieces, and includes subtle personal motifs woven into the expansive canvas. It is an opportune investment in this leading female artist's work.

This 1.37 x 5.5 metre (4.5 by 18 foot) painting was Davson's second major art commission.

We regard it as a significant work in Davson's career, as well as an important work in the history of Australian art.

Given the comparatively small out-put by this remarkable internationally accredited artist, and with much of Davson's art sold before being created, it is very rare to have the opportunity to acquire such a major early painting. Macquarie Trustee NZ regards the purchase price for ‘Points of View' as an excellent buy."

Pat Farmer with Davson and her Farmer’s Run paintings in progress.

Internationally, this $5.2 million (US$5.4m) sale places Davson third in the world ranking by value for a PAINTING by a living female artist.

(Marlene Dumas currently holds this record with a sale value of US$6.3 million for her painting The Visitor; a US$5.8 million work by Yayoi Kusama from Tokyo is second. Cady Noland takes the overall value record for art by a living female artist for a US$6.6 million sculpture.)

Achieving the highest sales price for a living artist within a country is predominantly a male domain. Davson is currently the only female holding this title.

"I am delighted about the sale of 'Points of View',” said Davson. “It's testimony to all those who have believed in my work over the past decades.

“I trust it will also be of encouragement to women artists everywhere that in this 21st Century the ‘glass ceiling' in the arts is finally being shattered.

“I am also elated that the sales value reflects that art doesn't need to be confronting or shocking to be considered of high worth.

“It is time for works that inspire and uplift to have their ‘turn in the sun'.

“All the best. Thank you."

Davson’s art is represented in public collections including in the Hikaru Memorial Museum in Takayama, Japan, the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in Darwin and 40 public art gallery, city or university collections.

Her art is also represented in 2 royal collections and over 60 corporate collections in Australia, the USA, Japan and New Zealand.

From 1999 to 2002, Davson’s major retrospective exhibition With Gratitude For The Light toured 14 public regional art galleries throughout Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. It showcased 63 artworks dating from 1972 to 1999. ‘Points of View’ featured in this inspirational touring exhibition.

The majority of these exhibition pieces were borrowed back from public, corporate and private collections, including the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Coro Corp.

New Zealand & Hawaii, Cathay Pacific Airways, Konica Australia, the Rooty Hill RSL Club &

Pat Farmer World Record Pole to Pole runner and former Federal Parliamentarian with Sharon Davson and the painting.

Photos by David Wallace.

“It’s most recent sale also places the painting third in the world by value for a painting by a living female artist.”

Resort, the Win Davson Art Gallery & Museum and the private collection of James Fairfax AO. 2008-11 saw another retrospective exhibition Davson ~ World Leaders & Enlightenment tour.

This featured art works from 1973 to 2007 which were mainly borrowed from superannuation fund collections.

Davson currently resides in Newcastle NSW. Her art and its benefits to the immediate and broader communities are held in high regard.

Davson has recently been supported as the creative leader of a new Spiritualism in art and is readily identified as a Personal Globalist. She established two charities, assisting endangered species and promoting world peace, and continues to participate in benefitting other community organisations.

Over 300 world-renowned leaders

have supported her work. From cultural, entertainment and sporting arenas, they have included Sir Edmund Hillary, Neil Diamond, Paul Newman, Sir Cliff Richard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Sir Nigel Mansell, Mario Andretti, Pete Sampras, Linda Evangelista, the Hon. Pat Farmer, Layne Beachley, Cathy Freeman, Andre Agassi, Bon Jovi and many more.

Davson was recently a significant sponsor of Pat Farmer’s epic run from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Americas as documented in his book Pole to Pole run. Pat Farmer was visiting Davson’s studio gallery to discuss the progress of a major painting she is creating as the official artist to the Pole to Pole event, when the Fairfax news photographer arrived recently.

Both athlete and artist have received comments such as “can’t be done”. Both are major achievers in their respective arenas.

A realistic visionary, Davson is the artist world leaders follow.

Contact Davson Art management to acquire her art from $5,000 and upwards and to learn more about why Davson’s art has experienced better than approximately 20% per annum growth for collector / investors for more than two decades.

Enjoy the benefits…

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A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY A CAIRNS MINING EXPO

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TALK BACK

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Rob Mills OCCUPATION: Actor, singer, TV host.

FAVOURITE TRAVEL DESTINATION AND WHY: South Africa. I travelled with friends to the World Cup, saw the Aussies play their hearts out, then travelled around.

It's a beautiful country.

TRAVEL TIP: Don't fall asleep on the beach - you're bound to lose possessions.

MOST EMBARRASSING/ FUNNY TRAVEL MOMENT: In the first few days of the first trip on my own, I lost my wallet and travel documents!

Lucky I had a travel agent back home to help.

WHAT’S COMING UP FOR YOU NEXT? On tour with the very talented Young Talent Team, can't wait!

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