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INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

I’M FREE - TAKE ME HOME

WINTER HOLIDAYS

SELF-DRIVE IN THE CITY

WHERE YOU SHOULD HOLIDAY THIS WINTER SEASON

DISCOVER PERTH AND SURROUNDS

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PERTH INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL TAKING ART TO THE PEOPLE AND TURNING PEOPLE INTO ART

ARJ BARKER

AMERICAN STAND-UP COMEDIAN AND ACTOR IS HEADING TO AUSTRALIA FOR A WHIRLWIND TOUR

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SELF-DRIVE IN THE CITY Discover Perth and surrounds by car

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PERTH INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL Taking art to the people and turning people into art

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ARJ BARKER American stand-up comedian and actor, Arj Barker is heading to Australia for a whirlwind tour

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HAYLEY LEWIS A mother and wife, former Olympian, business owner, author, healthy living advocate and presenter of Network Ten’s The Biggest Loser

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THE BETTY TRAN WOMAN Perth fashionista Betty Tran is taking on the world with her classy couture

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When worry becomes dangerous 48 MINING IN NZ

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4 Welcome Aboard 6 Route Map 12 Fashion Fever 18 Chit Chat 26 Local Business Buzz 36 Our backyard 50 Money Matters 53 Boy’s Toys 56 Talkin Technology 58 Brain Teasers 60 Skippers Fleet and Information 61 Skippers Service 62 Talk Back

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elcome aboard your flight today with Skippers, with the summer weather upon us hopefully we can enjoy some sunshine and clear weather which will enable your trip to be as comfortable as possible.

Perth Airport has implemented a new slot control system from the 1st February 2013 which appears to have restricted the number of delays we are experiencing, particularly in the peak periods. With the huge passenger volume increase through Perth the third runway is an essential part of infrastructure going forward which is now being acknowledged by the Perth Airport and the Politicians alike.

The coastal network changes have been enforced as of 1st January 2013 providing extra services to Carnarvon (Thursday afternoons) and all direct Perth to Shark Bay / Monkey Mia services.

Skippers Aviation continues to carry out the Kambalda Regular Public Transport services on behalf of Cobham (bookings and departures are from Cobhams terminal).

Burswood Car Rentals have a guaranteed pick-up and delivery service which can be ordered online or direct and in most cases are cheaper than the better known brands.

Skippers’ package holidays through Discover West Holidays has been well received incorporating all our destinations. Motive Travel also have a number of sporting tours such as Dubai World Cup as well as other sporting events.

Skippers Road Transport arm continues to be very active in the resource industry and a couple of loads are shown to the right of this page.

It is encouraging that there is a lot of activity over our network by emerging resource company’s new and old riding on the back of the current resource boom.

Skippers Kimberley Air Service routes servicing Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek are being well patronised by the local community and provides a fast and comfortable journey to the remote locations.

There is a lot of charter activity over the regulated routes for which the Minister for Transport has put conditions on the Charter Operators License, that they must support the affected routes by purchasing a minimum number of seats per week in each direction. Although at this time the charter operators concerned are refusing to abide by the conditions placed on them, so this will need the intervention of the Minister otherwise there will be a deterioration of the current services.

We once again remind you that we have free wireless internet that is available to our passengers in the Perth terminal. Please enquire upon checking in.

Skippers dedicated crews are all simulated trained although not mandated

by CASA, Skippers has elected to train all crew in this manner in the interest of safety.

Once again enjoy your journey with us today, we feel privileged to provide this service and look forward to you flying with us again soon.

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CHIT CHAT

Hayley Lewis “It’s important not only to set a good example for your own kids in terms of looking after yourself health and fitness wise, but also being there for them for the future and being around to watch them grow up and have a wonderful life as well.”

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ettina Maniatis talks to the mother and wife, former Olympian, business owner, author, healthy living advocate and of course, presenter of Network Ten’s The Biggest Loser.

So, you’re getting into the next series of The Biggest Loser, that’s pretty exciting…

Yes, it’s very exciting – I can’t wait to start it actually. You know it’s that whole excitement about meeting the new contestants and seeing how far we can go with it and the changes that they make so yes, I’m very much looking forward to getting the ball rolling!

Do you meet the contestants before the competition?

No, which I think is a good thing. I think it’s exciting for me to meet them on the first day of filming as soon as the cameras start rolling. It’s as exciting for me as it probably is for them starting the whole competition.

What are you most excited about for this season?

It’s all about the next generation - it’s mothers and daughters and fathers and sons. I think it’s a main issue obviously

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with obesity in our country, that it’s usually a generational thing and it’s great that it’s being addressed. You learn mainly through a generational family situation. It’ll just be a wonderful opportunity for families watching at home to realise the standards that they’re setting in terms of health and fitness. Hopefully they’ll learn and realise that having great habits as a parent certainly can lend itself to the children being healthy and aware of how important it is to look after yourself. So I think that’s what I’m most excited about this season.

And it will be interesting to see the interaction and how it all works. Everyone will be learning and there are all the different ages. Also we’ll be in a new house - we won’t be in Manly anymore we’ll be out in the western suburbs so that’ll be exciting for everyone as well.

“Family comes first above everything and then obviously looking after yourself with health and fitness comes second.”

Obviously health and a healthy lifestyle is very important to you – how much of your day is taken up with keeping yourself healthy and active?

Probably just over an hour a day. I like to go for a run in the morning just after I drop my kids at swimming training. I think an hour’s probably about as much as I can fit into my day and about as much as my 38 year old body can handle at this stage! I try to do that at least six times a week.

With our readers, being in the mining industry, many of them have similar lifestyles to yours in that they can sometimes work crazy hours and have to juggle a lot – what sort of advice can you offer them?

Putting your health first. I know it’s hard in some circumstances because you have got a job to do and people are relying on you to do your job, however there’s not much use if you’re not fit and healthy and looking after yourself - you’re not going to be productive within your daily schedule. I guess being a parent as well, it’s important not only to set a good example for your own kids in terms of looking after yourself health and fitness wise, but also being there for them for the future and being around to watch them grow up and have a wonderful life as well. I think a lot of people have the excuse that they don’t have time to exercise and look after themselves which I think needs to be a number one priority.

And also in common with our miners, you have to sometimes be away from your family – do you have any advice on that side of things?

In terms of the time I have to be away from my immediate family, my kids and my husband, then obviously it’s my number one priority to speak with them when I’m away. With my kids, before they go to school and then before they go to bed at night and my husband, it’s sometimes keeping in touch a few times throughout the day, especially if we’ve got issues at work or things are bothering us, we obviously keep in close contact to make sure

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that everything’s going smoothly where ever we might be.

owner 12 months of the year. The weekends

It’s my top priority to keep in touch with my kids when I’m away from them, and know exactly what’s going on and if anything’s bothering them I want them to feel that they can still talk to me, even if I am away and things like that. So definitely family comes first above everything and then obviously looking after yourself with health and fitness comes second.

the kids and at the time I’m not filming The

What do you do outside of The Biggest Loser seasons?

I own a gift and homewares store in Brisbane so I’m pretty much a Mum and business

think that’s the other thing with fitness; you’re

that I get home, I’m at my shop and with Biggest Loser, I’m at the shop. So my life is pretty full on and busy all the time – it’s just trying to manage things as best as I can and not to get too stressed and to be as organised as possible. I am very lucky to have the support of my husband. So being organised and making sure that everything’s working like clock work and I’m staying healthy. And I not only looking after yourself, but it’s a means of relaxation and of doing something for yourself.

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t is the start of a new year so now is the time to set some goals, get fit and get healthy.

Below are some tips on how to do it.

Set some realistic goals: It is all well and good to say you want to look like Joe Manganiello or Angelina Jolie but you may not have their body shape or genetics, not to mention their personal trainer or dietician.

While it is great to use others as inspiration, it is important to set realistic goals and then stick to them. Try to set smaller goals each week so you can keep track of your progress.

A safe way to determine weight loss is 0.5 – 1kg per week depending on how much you have to lose.

Get a training buddy: You will be more likely to stick to your plan if you have support. Get your friends or partner involved and set out on a journey to health and fitness together.

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There is no need to pick at salads to lose weight. Eating healthy, wholesome foods regularly is the way to go. You will have the energy you need to get through the day, you will feel better on the inside and you will start to notice added benefits such as glowing skin and shiny hair. As a general rule, a small meal or snack every three hours helps speed up your metabolism and keeps you feeling satisfied. Stay away from processed foods and fill your tummy with lean meats, fruits, veggies and complex carbohydrates.

Get physical: The best way to lose weight and keep it off is to eat a healthy diet and to incorporate regular physical activity into your lifestyle. Thirty minutes of exercise per day is a great place to start. So hit the pavement for a walk or run, join the local gym and get active. n

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FASHION FEVER

Betty Tran The

Woman

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hroughout history men have ruled the world. But like the saying goes, behind every great man is a great woman.

The modern day woman has stepped forward to take her place at the forefront of society as a strong, successful individual. The woman of today is stylish, sophisticated, confident, and she knows what she wants.

The modern day woman is the inspiration for Perth fashion designer Betty Tran.

At just 25 years old, Vietnamese born Betty Tran has already made a name for herself in the global fashion market.

After moving to Australia with her family at age 14, Betty learnt early the importance of hard work and dedication.

Eight years ago she relocated to Perth where she and her mother, a tailor of 30 years, set up a small business. Betty studied fashion and textiles at university and the pair worked day and night to get their name out there.

It was at this stage Betty started developing as a designer.

And in April 2012 she launched her label BETTY TRAN at Savoir Faire Perth Fashion Week, a move that has somewhat catapulted the young woman into worldwide success.

Betty Tran is the woman she dresses.

“Designing is an expression of who I am as a woman, with all the elements and emotions - it is as much a matter of my heart as it is a connection of my body and soul. And

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“Designing is an expression of who I am as a woman, with all the elements and emotions - it is as much a matter of my heart as it is a connection of my body and soul.”

Betty Tran was born for that reason,” she said.

“The woman I dress is someone successful in the workplace; she has a disposable income, a strong sense of identity. She leads a busy life, she is a modern day women, and

she could be a mother, a daughter, a sister.

She is between 20 and 50 years old and she is a confident woman who knows who she is and what she wants.

“I take my inspiration from life; from the movies I watch to the people I meet and the places I travel. I condense this to create something special for the woman I want to dress.

“When I’m creating a collection I picture the woman I want to dress and ask myself; who is she, where does she work, where would she go, what is she like.

“I’m very picky and a critic of my own work so I am constantly pushing the bar higher.

“Striving for this greatness is what excites me the most about this industry.”

In September 2012 Betty was selected as one of 10 top Australian designers to show her work at New York Fashion Week where she met, and dressed, some extraordinary women.

She then opened her own shop in Perth in October and has since dressed the likes of pop sensation Mel B, Australian supermodel Jessica Hart, Media Manager to international fashion designer Alexander McQueen and has been asked to dress the Williams sisters, Venus and Serena, later this year.

“Although I love working with celebrities, I enjoy dressing the everyday woman just as much. This is what makes me love what I do so much,” Betty said.

“Fashion is an expression of who you are.

You express yourself through your clothing and you turn clothing into dreams for the everyday woman. Body image is after all about how we present ourselves to the world.”

Betty’s motivation is to create timeless, functional, sophisticated, versatile and quality pieces that empower women to look and feel great about themselves.

An appreciation for comfort is also reflected through her choice of natural fabrics such as silk.

Betty launched her Autumn/Winter collection this month; a collection she says is a contrast to what she has done previously.

“The collection features a lot of sequins, an old world glamour and attention to detail. It’s inspired by the James Bond woman. She is classy, sophisticated, sexy, smart and she has it all – a career, romance, adventure.

“The pieces are extravagant and each accentuates an area of the body such as the legs, the neck, back – but I only bring attention to one feature per garment. The focus is on textures and layering while keeping elegance, beauty and clean lines,” Betty said.

Betty has a lot on her plate already but is not letting that deter her from making even more big plans for 2013.

“I want to expand, open more shops around Australia and get my collections into the major department stores,” Betty said.

“And I plan to launch a program later in the year to mentor and inspire other young female entrepreneurs.”

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he suburbs located along the northern banks of the Swan River house some of the most exclusive properties in Australia.

With price tags reaching phenomenal highs, check out how the other half live as you enjoy a leisurely drive through the leafy and extremely pretty river suburbs of Matilda Bay, Dalkeith, Claremont, Peppermint Grove and Mosman Park and right around the river to South Perth.

Start your journey from the CBD by following the curve of the Swan River to the University of Western Australia and picturesque Matilda Bay. The blue expanse of the river dotted with splashes of colour from the sails of the yachts make this a truly special view.

Wind your way through Nedlands following the river up past Dalkeith and along the famous 1980’s ‘Millionaire Row’ Jutland Parade. Stop at the end of Jutland Parade to experience stunning views from Point Resolution Reserve.

Continue along the river past Peppermint Grove, a gorgeous area with great river views, extensive grassed areas and overhanding Peppermint trees.

Journey up the hill to Mosman Park; be sure to stop at the lookout on Bay View Terrace for sweeping views and enjoy a beautiful lunch overlooking the Swan River at Mosmans Restaurant.

After lunch, return to Stirling Highway, heading south towards Fremantle. Cross the bridge over the Swan River and travel back along the river towards the city along Canning Highway towards Applecross. For more stunning views of the Swan River and City, detour off Canning Highway to Point Walter Reserve, Alfred Cove Nature Reserve or Point Heathcote Reserve.

Continue on and join up to the Freeway heading north and take the left exit at Mill Point Road. Stop off at Mends Street South Perth for a relaxing late afternoon drink or dinner at one of the café’s overlooking the City skyline.

Return to Perth along the Kwinana Freeway and over the Narrows Bridge.

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tart your day with a scenic drive through Kings Park, stopping to appreciate the spectacular views of Perth city and the river.

Be sure to take the time to stroll through the botanic gardens and along the Federation Tree Top Walkway. Or, stop for coffee or breakfast at Zamia Café or Botanical Café.

From here wind your way down the hill towards the Perth Convention Centre, turn left and follow the signs to Freeway South, passing the beautiful Barrack Square region, if you have the time why not visit the Swan Bells or take an exhilarating jet boat ride on the river.

Cross over the Narrows Bridge and take a left turn at Mill Point Road to the foreshore of the Swan River where you will be faced with more amazing city views.

Stop for a coffee break at one of the trendy cafes in South Perth before continuing along Mill Point Road to Canning Highway, take a left turn and cross over the Causeway Bridge towards the Burswood Complex.

If you're feeling lucky take a punt at the casino or just enjoy a leisurely walk around the immaculate gardens that line the Swan River.

Make your way back towards the centre of Perth via East Perth and the 'European-style' townhouses and apartments that line the waters’ edge where you’ll find a range of alfresco cafes and restaurants for dinner.

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he biggest ever Perth International Arts Festival program will explode across all art forms from February 8 – March 2.

With a raft of marquee names and a West Australian spirit that will make Perth the essential place to be, the original arts festival will bring together more than 500 artists from Australia and around the world to join WA’s own pool of talent in a celebration of everything art.

In 2013 attendees can expect a program celebrating works of imagination and integrity created by artists who are daring, thoughtful, and original. From music to dance, writing to visual arts, circus to theatre and everything in between, this year’s festival will take art to the people and turn people into art.

Artistic Director Jonathan Holloway said the festival would combine sensational programming with a strong sense of the city in which it was based.

“Perth in the summer has been the place to go for 60 years.

Our program marries international excellence with the beauty, talent and energy of Western Australia,” he said.

“The Festival’s huge free program is set to transform the streets of Perth into a theatre, an art gallery, and a peep-show.

From fireworks to film scenes, from tonnes of rice to miles of elastic, from thousands of light bulbs to stacks of vinyl – this year you could do something free and different on every single day of the festival without spending a single penny. Our Free and Spectacular Program is city-wide and beyond, and of the highest quality and the maximum accessibility.

“And for the children, they can make messy and colourful fun in Tangle, a large outdoor elastic-weaving free event that will see children and their adults unspooling balls of brightly coloured elastic around poles in this giant playground experiment.

“The popular Perth Writers Festival Family Day will also return on Sunday February 24 for children of all ages to join hands-on activities, games, workshops, readings and talks from Australia’s most popular children’s authors in an outdoor carnival atmosphere.”

For 60 years the Festival has welcomed to Perth some of the world’s greatest living artists. It is the longest running international arts festival in Australia and Western Australia’s premier cultural event connecting with more than 700, 000 people each year.

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INFLIGHT INTERVIEW

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ast time I spoke with you, you were just winding down from your last Australian tour – what are you up to now?

I’m just doing some final preparations for my tour and my next visit to Australia. And also visiting family and all that sort of stuff. Taking a little time off but also working and preparing my new show.

approach, content and delivery to appeal to an Australian audience and how different Australian humour is to US humour?

I don’t change my humour! If you think about your sense of humour, everyone has one sense of humour. So I don’t change that! The only thing I would worry about is references. Something poignant. In our country right now, gun control is a hot topic because of the terrible events

You’ve been to Aussie shores a couple of times now - what brings you back here?

House payments! (Laughs)

recently. And I have some material about that, actually which I wrote this summer, so I was working on this material and it’s fairly relevant

I seem to have a great rapport with the public there and I like it there! It’s too tempting I can’t stay away.

here although I don’t really know if it’s as relevant there because I don’t think you guys have a gun issue.

What can the Australian audience expect for your next tour?

Jokes and humour - and I always like to spice up my shows with a little surprise. You know with other shows I’ve used the guitar, harmonica, short film. So I have a little something musical in store with this show too but I don’t want to give away the surprise. It’s a solid show. The main thing to expect is an hour of stand up and if you like my stand up then that’s what you’d expect to enjoy!

There are all different subjects you know, from things that have happened to me, to the state of the world, to politics and various issues so it’s got a wide range of subjects – something for everyone!

What’s your writing/producing process for your shows?

I don’t have a way to ensure that I think of something hilarious. But I try to write through something. So I might just write about my day.

I like to just try to loosen things up in my mind and then hopefully I think of stuff. But also things just happen in life and then you go, “Oh, that’s it!”

You’ve been doing stand up for many years now, but Flight of the Concords gave you a whole new audience - how did you get involved with those guys?

The same way I meet so many comedians throughout the years, touring. They’re just your colleague. And that’s the same way I met them. We were working together in Auckland NZ - and when I say working together, we were sharing a venue. They’re really friendly. And you know, they’re Kiwis so they said ‘we know a few people in Auckland,’ they introduced me to their friends. And helped get me laid (laughs). That’s how all good friendships start!

Are you still doing working with them?

No that show’s finished. I recently toured Australia and New Zealand with them as their support act during their big stadium tour. We’re still great friends. I’m sure I’ll work with them again in the future; I just don’t know what it’ll be.

Maybe it’ll be something Flight of the Concords related, or something else.

So it all boils down to references and how relevant, and what your subject matter is. But I don’t change my approach or how I tell a joke or my sense of humour. It is what it is, I can’t change it. I only have one personality.

Unfortunately that’s what I’m stuck with!

(Laughs) You travel a lot obviously – do you have any travel tips for our frequent flyers?

Hold on tight! It gets bumpy on those small planes!

“I always like to spice up my shows with a little surprise.”

…you did an interview for us a couple of years back and mentioned you got into a bit of trouble from a flight attendant thanks to a certain video?

Oh yeah! That was when I was watching a porno! I couldn’t believe that! I was just so bored I’d been travelling for like 20 hours and I was on my third flight. And I was just watching it on my iPod just to kill time - I wasn’t going to do anything untoward or anything, and the guy scolded me! There was no one sitting behind me either! I was alone in the row. I still don’t know how he saw it to this day, but I don’t know.

What kind of things do you like to do in your down time?

I’m a very active guy. I like mountain biking in California and I did learn to hang glide in 2012, but I’m still a beginner. But I did do two solo flights. That was a life-long dream, at least 20 years I planned to do that.

Bit of a Daredevil are you?

It’s quite a safe sport actually, if it’s done carefully. In fact I think mountain biking is more dangerous. Everyone who does mountain biking long enough crashes. Most hand gliders have never had a serious crash because that’s quite serious if you do.

And let’s see what else, what else do I like? Just trying to stay healthy takes up a lot of my time.

Looking after this and that, travelling. I went to China and did some sight seeing, I saw the Great Wall. I like to mix touring with enjoyment too.

So can we take that as your travel tip? No dirty movies?

Oh yes. No porn on the airplane, they don’t like it.

Also, get to the airport on the early side rather than the late side because you save yourself a lot of stress. It’s better to be there a little too early and have a coffee than to be there a little too late and stress about whether you’ll make it through the queue in time. That’s a big one. That’s my favourite travel thing is I always leave early for the airport. It keeps my stress levels down.

OK well thank you Arj, we look forward to seeing you in Australia very soon!

Yes I’m definitely going to come around to a lot of the cities so I look forward to seeing all you guys!

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You’re not on the end of a shovel, but you are working with tools or machinery, and you are hot and sweaty.

In those conditions you are probably losing about a litre of fluid an hour. The sweat and urine that leaves your body is part of the natural cooling process, but obviously it’s not all water. There are salts, electrolytes and all sorts of essentials elements that the body requires to work efficiently.

If the fluids and nutrients are not replaced, the mind and body doesn’t work like it should.

Dehydration can adversely affect worker productivity, safety, and morale.

Your ability to think clearly is diminished, your coordination becomes less efficient and you become tired – and that’s just in the first stages of dehydration. If the fluids and essentials continue to leave the body and are not replaced, things can get really bad.

Say you’re working below a gantry with someone above handling tools. You want him to be thinking clearly, be confident in the way he moves and handles the tools, because if he is not functioning efficiently and his grip is

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There are a number of “sports drinks” available that will replace lost fluids and essential salts and minerals.

When you think of a game of football, whatever the code, you need immediate energy to perform at your best for about an hour and a half. That is why “sports drinks” have more sugar and other nutrients that are required for more sustained work.

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go. A chalk line is a string line covered in chalk, and when flicked against the timber, it leaves a straight line that can be used as a guide. From here, nail off all your grid boards completely.

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creen doors can give you peace of mind that your home is safe and sound when locked. They can deter burglars, are simple to install and come in a variety of styles and colours, making them attractive additions to the home.

Materials • Door – most doors come with screws and components included • Drill and bits • Hammer • Chisel • Screwdriver • Measuring tape • Pencil • Builders square Where to begin To be on the safe side, measure your doorway frame before you choose a door, even though most doorways are a standard size.

Installing the door Once the handle and lock are assembled, it’s time to fit the door into the doorway.

• Attach the hinges to the door with the screws provided.

• You should have received three wedges in your assembly pack. Close the hinges and stand the door in place with two wedges supporting the bottom (each side) and one supporting the top (middle). You should try and leave a 3mm gap all around the door.

Use a tape measure if needed.

• Mark out the positioning for the top and bottom hinge with a pencil on the doorway from the outside.

• Remove the door and complete by marking the hinge inside the doorway with a builders

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Attaching locks and handles Most doors will come without the locks and handles attached, so this is part of your installation of the door. Door handle and lock mechanisms can vary depending on the type of door you purchase.

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to the door in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.

square or spirit level.

• Next open the door and prop it up so that the hinges are aligned with the marks on the doorway and that the door sits level.

• Drill in one screw, top hinge first then the bottom hinge. Make sure the door swings freely and that a 3mm gap is left between the door and the door’s lock. Now drill the remaining screws.

• Fit the striker plate • Close the door and mark out the top and bottom of the latch.

• Open the door and centre the striker plate over the two latch marks. Pencil out the opening of the striker plate and mark the screw holes.

• Drill the pilot holes for the screws and drill or chisel out the marked rectangle to the correct depth of 20mm.

• Check that the latch fits into the hole then attach the striker plate with the screws provided.

• Check that the lock functions correctly.

Door closers may or may not be included when you purchase a screen door, if not, they are reasonably simple to install.

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How to handle Gen Y

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH

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t is a common perception that Gen-Yers are selfish, lazy and hard to get along with. GenYers are said to have no interest in hard work and are typically a “me” generation interested only in themselves and what they want.

Elements of this statement are definitely true and, of course, there are always bad eggs. But Gen Y is also a smart breed and, if you get them onside, a loyal breed.

Being a member of this generation myself, I feel now is a good time to come clean about how we work and what makes us work better.

I put in the hard yards, worked for free for many years with many companies and now I am a 25 year-old Editor here at Inflight Publishing and testament to the fact that we Gen-Yers do have it in us to succeed.

The truth is Gen-Yers are both highperformance and high-maintenance. With high expectations of both themselves and of their employers, the Gen Y employee will work hard and fast if they feel they are getting the respect and recognition they deserve. A simple “well done” is often enough; we are not really that hard to please!

Gen-Yers crave creative challenges and will actively seek to be engaged in everything they can be, so as an employer of this generation,

use this to your advantage and become a valuable resource to your eager employees.

I think it is fair to say that not all Gen-Yers possess these “go get ‘em” traits, but if you treat your staff well no matter the age, you will reap the rewards.

Gen-Yers don’t want to work long and hard; they want to work smart, so you can be sure they will work quickly.

Gen-Yers want to be in charge, they want to be successful and take it to the top as soon as they can. This means Gen-Yers will work to impress you if you give them the chance.

Allow your younger employees to take on more responsibility and even management roles because the truth is seniority does not make a good manager. People skills make a good manager, and Gen-Yers understand what they want from the person in charge.

Gen Y is obsessed with career development.

They understand the importance of great mentors and will often actively seek them out.

The trouble is that many older workers have no interest in mentoring younger employees because of the stigma attached with the Gen Y “attitude problem”.

Gen-Yers can also be useful as mentors themselves. We know technology, we know

about social media and, believe it or not, because of Facebook we are up to date with what’s going on in the world. Gen-Yers can teach older co-workers about new technologies and the supremacy of online communities.

Don’t be afraid to hire younger employees.

Yes, Gen Y can be a little self-obsessed and egotistical. We are a spirited bunch and we get excited about new things, so use this to help teach us how to work well in your company because born from Gen Y will be our country’s newest leaders, billionaires and entrepreneurs! n

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nder Raps introduced the Intercept Technology into the Asia Pacific market providing the region with an exclusive (nonVCI) anti-corrosion and preservation packaging system.

The company is now launching an online store adapting this technology into a variety of retail products which will enable the general public to help preserve their own personal items.

Despite launching into this new venture, the company will continue to be a supplier of Intercept Technology to the resources sector providing solutions for industrial businesses looking to reduce losses associated with corroding equipment.

The first range of online products include copper zip-lock bags for fishing reel and tackle storage, some with clear face; a range of larger copper/carbon bags that are anti-corrosion and anti-static for preserving boating electronics and spare parts; and a copper zipup rifle sleeve. Upcoming product examples include felt jewellery bags, CD and archival preservation sleeves.

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EG Australia’s range of low and high voltage Ex products include Ex-d and Ex-de to 1500kW Ex-nA, Ex-tb and Ex-p to 12,000kW. Now the company has also launched a pressurised Ex-p range of motors for Zone 1. This means that all WEG motors in the Ex-p range won’t require specific and expensive certifications for each individual motor.

Having Ex-p certification at a product level brings significant financial savings and logistics advantages to the end user as precertified products reduce the motor delivery time by several weeks from the date of order.

The certification schemes used are ANZEx and IECEx which offer the assurance of annual quality surveillance by the certifying bodies’ bringing additional peace of mind.

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he Mining industry cried, “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated”.

However, if you have read a newspaper lately you could easily believe the industry’s obituary had already been written.

Successive retrenchments across the minerals industry in late 2012, with at least another 270 predicted for early 2013 are enough to put the wind up even the most hardened of industry stalwarts.

However, the industry is not dead. It is merely cyclical.

Pressure on commodity prices - a sub-$90/tonne iron ore spot price in October 2012 - lack of private funding and low productivity in the sector has, as we have also seen in the past, forced companies to delay discretionary spending, mothball non-core projects and slash overheads.

With most companies keeping a very close eye on spending, exploration companies are actively downsizing their geological and field teams and instead moving to contract personnel to resource campaign-based exploration programs and meet minimum expenditure commitments.

The sector is now emerging from a phase of suspended exploration as companies see the due dates on minimum expenditure commitments looming.

John Libby, a leading exploration management consultant with Digirock said the change to using contract labour was a logical approach for exploration companies as they sought to reduce overheads and optimise expenditure.

In line with this, Digirock has seen a sharp increase in demand for their contract services since Christmas and expect this demand to continue into mid to late 2013.

As a consequence, Digirock expects to continue to recruit experienced geologists and field personnel through the first half of 2013.

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Gaining the Mindset of Successful Investors

BY RUN PROPERTY CEO ROB FARMER

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ave you ever read about a 24-year-old on an average salary who owns four investment properties? Or the single mum who bought her first property out of desperation for a better life and accumulated a $5 million portfolio within a few years?

How are some people able to achieve what so many others can’t? Why have they been successful beyond the wildest dreams of many in the same situation?

Data from the Australian Tax Office shows that more than 1.2 million people own an investment property, but the number of investors who own five properties drops dramatically to less than 14,000 and a few own more than 50 investments.

RUN Property is Australia’s largest metropolitan real estate agency managing properties valued at more than $10 billion.

Surveys of our database show that investors own an average of 1.2 properties each.

Despite more than 90 per cent of investors saying they thought property was a good investment for them, most have been unable to focus on expanding their portfolio.

Why?

Create a burning desire Whether you are an aspiring Olympic athlete, an artist or property investor, desire is an intriguing aspect of the ability to achieve greatness. Some people are born with extraordinary natural talents, but on the whole, I believe that if the desire is strong enough, anything is possible.

I love the saying, “necessity is the mother of all invention” and I think this can be applied to wealth creation. If your need is strong enough you will find a way to change your circumstances.

The reverse is also true. If you are comfortable in life with a fair paying job and

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food on the table, it can be difficult to create a strong desire to get out and take action.

Many people I speak with who have successfully built large property portfolios have either had, or been able to create, a burning desire for success.

The first and most important step in setting a path to create wealth is to determine what will fuel your desire. You must be able to clearly visualise and describe what success looks like for you and not let go of that picture.

The stronger your emotional responses to this vision, the greater chance you have of being able to break through and achieve it.

Develop a plan To fail to plan is to plan to fail.

More than 1.5 million Australians own investment properties. Many of them are what I call “accidental investors”. You could argue they are not investors at all – they just

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happen to own an investment property. It is remarkable how many Australians own an investment due to circumstances. For example, they may have got married and their partner also owns a property so they rent out one and live in the other. Or they might have inherited the property.

There is nothing wrong with being an accidental investor. In fact, it can be a great opportunity to turn one property into many more. But if you plan to use property as a vehicle to create wealth then you need to develop a plan to achieve your investment goals.

The plan needs to cover: • What is your current reality?

• What is your desired outcome?

• What actions do you need to take to move from your current reality to your desired reality? These need to be specific, measurable, realistic and set against timeframes.

• How are you going to measure and report on your overall success?

• What support, education and resources do you need to meet your plan?

Enliven your strategy Investors with large portfolios follow their investment strategy vigorously. Some go for capital growth properties and others prefer positive cash flow properties or a blend of

both. Whatever your approach, stick to it.

Buy on mathematics, not emotion. Do the numbers on each potential investment and be prepared to walk away if the property does not match your criteria. There is a saying in real estate, “The deal of a lifetime comes up every week.”

Hold properties long term. Do not be pushed into a short-term decision that could damage your portfolio. Hasten slowly, but be flexible enough to move quickly if the right opportunity comes along.

Learn from your mistakes. Consider them not as a cost but as an investment in your future success. Be determined to make up for mistakes with future decisions that will more than compensate for the earlier failure.

View finance as a tool, not a burden.

Property is a product and financial arrangements and the ability to leverage through equity helps you to use it to maximise your advantage.

Work to your strengths. If you find a property sector that works for you, stick with it and don’t listen to the doomsayers if your experience says what you are doing works for you.

Exploit your risk profile. If you are an aggressive investor, maximise your borrowings with a clear conscience, but make sure the “sleep at night” factor is balanced with the reality of your cash flow.

Look and listen. Not all successful investors were a success when they started but they learned how to improve their chances of winning while reducing their risks.

Get off the couch and take action Too often I hear phrases such as “I would never invest in the current property market,” “interest rates are going up,” “I don’t have enough time,” “some people have all the luck,” and “I should have bought that property five years ago.”

Some of my favourite sayings are: “There is no time like the present,” “Nothing ventured nothing gained,” “If you want something done, give it to a busy person,” “Create your own luck,” “You miss 100 per cent of the shots you never take,” and “The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”

If there is one action I urge you to take, it is to set some time aside each week to focus on your property investing activities. View property investment as a business, not a spare time hobby.

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hile everyone will feel a little anxious from time to time, some people experience feelings of anxiety so strongly it affects their everyday lives.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders in Australia with one in four people experiencing an anxiety disorder at some point during their life. The best way to describe it is like worry. It is an emotion felt by people when they are faced with challenges, put under stress or when they feel fear. It is very common to suffer from anxiety when working in high stress jobs.

Mild anxiety, like the type felt before a significant event, is harmless.

And often people confuse anxiety disorders with stress which is a normal reaction to a situation where someone feels pressured. But when anxiety starts to affect daily living, causes serious distress, or persists for long time frames then it is a problem and should be addressed.

TYPES OF ANXIETY DISORDER: There are a number of anxiety disorders and each has different signs, symptoms and treatments. They include: • Generalised anxiety disorder: Constant

worry about everyday things such as

work and relationships • Panic disorder: Having panic attacks and

worry about having another panic attack • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD):

Reliving bad memories to the point where

they affect your everyday life • Specific phobias: Intense fear of a

particular situation or object.

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD):

Obsessions are unwanted thoughts, and

compulsions are unwanted actions that

can result.

SIGNS OF ANXIETY: The most common type of anxiety disorder is generalised anxiety disorder (GAD). If you have GAD you may worry about the same things that other people do such as health issues, money, family problems, or difficulties at work, but you take these worries to a new level. If you can't control your worrying and it's affecting the rest of your life in a bad way, or you have a general feeling of dread, it's possible you have GAD. Common signs and symptoms include: • Uncontrollable worry • Tiring easily or lack of proper sleep • Constantly feeling tense or restless • Mood swings and losing your temper easily • Increased heart rate and breathing • Muscle tension, sweating and shaking • Feelings of butterflies in your stomach • Trouble concentrating • Being unable to relax

GETTING HELP: Different types of anxiety disorders require different treatments. A good place to start is by talking to others you trust about your thoughts and feelings. You should also seek advice from your GP, a counselor, a psychologist or psychiatrist, or another mental health worker. If medication is required, your doctor can help with this.

Taking a natural remedy such as St Johns Wort assists in calming the nerves and relieving stress, as does eating a healthy balanced diet and getting 30 minutes of exercise daily. You can also try listening to calming music, reading and doing activities that make you happy.

Anyone suffering from anxiety should avoid alcohol and other drugs as they often make it worse.

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From the very moment you see the new Belize 52 on the water you will sense that this is a truly different style of Motoryacht.

Her distinctive lines and styling respectfully echo the past yet have a modernity about them that will instinctively draw you closer to explore what this bold new marque represents.

Step on board and you will see and feel the difference immediately.

The extraordinarily large cockpit complete with lounges, hi-low table and a bar with two stools flows effortlessly forward into the large volume saloon. Instantly the décor design will refresh your senses and pleasantly challenge you to consider something that is unique.

The attention to detail of design and quality of finishes, the considered blend of timbers, painted surfaces, fabrics and leathers come together in a way you will not have seen before in a Motoryacht of this size.

Her beauty is certainly not skin deep.

An inspection of the engine room and on board systems will reveal the latest technology such as Cummins Zeus pod drive propulsion with joystick docking control, digital switching, LED lighting and the fact that every wire and every hose has been tagged for identification will tell you that attention to detail is an obsession at Belize.

Step below and you will experience a truly extraordinary accommodation plan. Full beam

master stateroom with ensuite, guest stateroom forward with two-way day head/ensuite and a further guest cabin with twin beds to starboard.

The Belize 52 is the first in a line of new Motoryachts that will be crafted in a limited and bespoke fashion.

The Belize 52 Sedan and Daybridge models are now in Australia. The Sedan model will make her Western Australian debut at the Hillary’s Boat Show March 15 to 17.

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Celebrating its 25th year, the Hillarys Boat, Dive and Fishing Show, from March 15-17, has reinvented itself.

Competing against a myriad of different forces – from the football to the internet, extra work hours and ferrying kids about between activities – boat shows the world over are coming to realise they have to change in order to appeal to families, professionals, couples, retirees, thrill seekers and sportsmen alike.

Feedback from visitors at last year’s event was that they wanted the Show to move away from being like a trade show.

They wanted more boats, attractions and on-water activity, more interactivity, and above all, they wanted it to be entertaining, relevant, child-friendly and educational.

In 2013, the Hillarys Boat, Dive and Fishing Show plans to deliver.

Where the show has focused heavily on boating in recent times, this year there will be much more emphasis on fishing and diving.

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A focused fishing stage will cater to recreational anglers of all skill levels with a seemingly endless parade of guest speakers and fishing experts sharing tips and techniques, product demonstrations and reviews.

Members of the Western Angler team will be on hand to offer their fishing tips, while keen angler and Radio 6PR fishing show host Karl Langdon will also be the MC on the Club Marine Main Stage for the event.

Peter Goulding from The Fishing School will also run filleting demonstrations and offer his fishing expertise to proceedings.

There will also be a casting competition running all weekend at the beach area.

Other improvements include a new layout for the 2013 show, larger on-water display and new demonstration area where you can prebook a test drive on a boat for you and your family.

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All NEW layout The Hillarys Boat, Dive and Fishing Show is geared to provide a festive outdoor atmosphere where visitors can enjoy free family entertainment, novelty performers, action-packed activities and interactive demonstrations of fishing and lifestyle products.

For those new to boating, the Show offers the chance to see the newest range of trailer boats from a variety of manufacturers and dealers, and check out

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the latest in boating gear, fishing gear and kayaks.

Bring the family and test drive your dream boat, or try one of the latest kayaks on the protected waters at Hillarys Marina.

With boats for every lifestyle and budget on the market, firsttime buyers should do their homework before shopping.

The Discover Boating Centre will offer free information, tips and advice for those considering getting started in boating.

The purpose of the Discover Boating Centre is simple – to help people become boaters.

No matter what your level of involvement in boating, there is something for everyone to see, learn and enjoy.

If you’re planning to buy your first boat, you can speak to unbiased experts to learn about different boat types and about finding the boat that’s right for you and your family.

There will be all kinds of free

information, from magazines to DVDs, able to be taken home with you.

If you’re already hooked on being out on the water but you’d like more information about new skills you want to develop or different activities you want to try, the Discovery Boating Centre can help with that too!

Want to know about boating courses, safety information or boat financing?

You name it, all your boating questions can be answered at the Discover Boating Centre, so drop by and find out why life is better with a boat.

The Club Marine Main Stage will host the new Miss Summer Boat Show Competition, fish handling and filleting demonstrations, and Chef Sunny will also be whipping up some fantastic meals live on stage.

On-water displays will not disappoint with a line up of Perth’s most spectacular new luxury boats and catamarans.

For the families, enjoy the roving entertainment and Captain Clean Marine Show.

Kids can also get up close to some local marine species, pull on a pearl diver’s helmet and check out a working fisheries research laboratory at The Naturaliste Marine Discovery Centre, open from 10-4 throughout the show.

The Hillarys Marina precinct, boardwalk and surrounds make the perfect backdrop to celebrate WA’s fabulous aquatic lifestyle and all it has to offer.

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What’s new at the show!

BELIZE 52:

PRINCESS V45:

FOUNTAINE PAJOT HÉLIA 44:

The Princess V45 combines class leading accommodation with elegant looks and performance which is truly V Class. A sleek deep V hull, generous fuel capacity and twin stern drives ensure agile and efficient performance with an extended cruising range.

The large cockpit incorporates two seating areas and a large sunbed as well as a garage for a jet RIB and the option of a hardtop with opening sunroof. The V45 offers a flexible layout that is comparable with much larger craft. The lower deck is spacious and flexible with a level of equipment, furnishings and finish that places her ahead of her class. The en-suite master and guest cabins share a contemporary, relaxed style. The aft cabin can be specified with sliding berths for greater flexibility and the large U-shaped saloon can be converted to provide additional sleeping space for occasional guests.

See the display at The Princess on water.

The new Fountaine Pajot Hélia 44 will be unveiled at the 2013 Hillarys Boat Show. The blue water cruising catamaran offers impressive offshore performance, optimal safety and ease of handling and breathtaking features that set new standards in the cruising catamaran market. This first Australian Hélia 44 has been purchased by a Western Australian couple who intend to compete in the 2013 Fremantle to Bali rally, then enjoy some cruising in Asian waters before returning to Australia. Multihull Solutions is now accepting expressions of interest in the Hélia 44 and requests for private viewings at the 2013 Hillarys Boat Show through email at rachel@multihullsolutions.com.au or via phone on 1300 855 338.

ZODIAC PRO: Award winning Belize 52 by Riviera will make her debut at Hillarys Boat Show.

The vessel is fully air-conditioned featuring three cabins, including a full beam master stateroom with ensuite and opening port lights on either side to provide cross ventilation. The functional and modern galley is adjacent to the spacious saloon which overlooks the enormous cockpit with aft dining area and breakfast bar with swivel stools to port, creating the ultimate alfresco experience. Combining traditional European panache with Australian practicality gives the Belize 52 a blend of tradition and contemporary elements. This has created a very attractive, powerful, technically advanced, versatile and sought after new vessel. Twin aft-facing Cummins Zeus 3000 bronze pod drives are mounted into tunnels delivering a top speed of around 30 knots, 25 knots cruise speed and a comfortable range at 22 knots of 400nm and leaving 10 per cent reserve fuel. The Belize 52 is distributed exclusively in WA by R Marine Perth in East Fremantle.

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The ideal boat represents the personality of its owner and its characteristics should be tailored to match the owner's boating interests. With the remodelled ZodiacR Pro Range, owners finally have the chance to fully customise their boat. Available in three model ranges, Classic, Racing and Touring, the ZodiacR PRO range offers unlimited choice - your choice. You design your boat by selecting the colour of its hull and buoyancy tube, the shape of the console, the bolster model, and the range of equipment best suited to your boating lifestyle. The new ZodiacR PRO models are changing the rules of the game making mass-produced boats a thing of the past. This boat will be on display at West Ribs stand 16.

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Broome Experiences O nce a sleepy outback pearling town, Broome has grown to accommodate its many visitors without losing its relaxed atmosphere and unique character.

And with a range of activities to keep you entertained, Broome has become a much loved, and well visited part of Western Australia.

Here are just some of the experiences to be had in Beautiful Broome.

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Stroll along the pristine white sand and swim in the clear water of Cable Beach; Visit picturesque Gantheaume Point home of the 130 million year old dinosaur footprints and Anastasia’s Pool; Wander through Chinatown - home to fine pearl showrooms, retail outlets and sidewalk cafes; Take a sunset cruise along Cable Beach on a restored pearl lugger; Enjoy a leisurely camel ride along Cable Beach; Sit back in a deck chair at the oldest operating outdoor picture gardens in the

world; • At very low tide see the remains of the Catalinas - Dutch Flying Boats bombed during World War II; • See the breathtaking Staircase to the Moon at certain times during the year; • Meander through the famous Courthouse Markets on a Saturday morning. The markets also operate on Sundays during peak season; • Reflect on the dangers of the early days of hard-hat diving at the Japanese Cemetery; • Venture out to the Broome Bird Observatory to view some of the 310 species of migratory wader birds; • Jump on board a fishing charter or go whale watching; • Play a round of golf at the fully grassed 18-hole course; • Browse through the many contemporary & Indigenous art galleries; • View some of the largest crocodiles in captivity and other native Australian animals. n

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The festival will kick off on Saturday May 18 at the Town Oval from 5pm with the free Australia Lady Gaga and Rihanna Tribute Show and complete the night with Gascoyne Circus spectacular fire performance.

The family fun will run all day from 9am - 4pm on Sunday May 19.

So why not visit Carnarvon and go bananas at Gascoyne's oldest festival for a weekend celebrating Carnarvon's diverse and vibrant culture.

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elcome to winter in Australia. Those few months of the year where the days get cooler, the sun sets sooner and snow begins to fall in the south.

Although the days of sunbaking start to slip away, winter brings its own dose of fun to those who dare to enjoy it. The next nine pages are dedicated to winter holidays in Australia. Pull out the winter woollies for a trip to the snow after reading all about the Victorian and NSW ski fields with firsthand accounts from our writers, cruise the Kimberly’s on a fishing adventure with K2O or explore Australia’s magnificent coastline.

For those who have not visited the Australian snow fields; you are missing out.

Although the peaks are not as high or the snow as deep as you might find overseas, the snow-capped landscapes are breathtaking and there are hundreds of ski-runs across numerous locations in both NSW and Victoria.

Perfect for families, couples or groups of friends you can throw snowballs, go tobogganing, trek, ski and snowboard until your heart’s content.

Typically the dry season in the country’s north, winter provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the mild temperatures of tropical

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Queensland and take a dive with some dazzling marine life in the balmy waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Or perhaps taking a helicopter flight above the patterned coral waters takes your fancy.

Winter in WA breaks all the stereotypes with more than 12,000 wildflowers colouring the state from June – September. Follow their vivid trail to Ningaloo Reef, through the rugged Kalbarri National Park, view them in all their

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sculptured glory at Kings Park in Perth, or let them lead you to the waves, caves and wineries of the Margaret River. Do wildflower day walks, join longer tours or celebrate the blooms with the locals at one of the many festivals.

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s a kid I always believed those dreamlike faraway lands in fairy tales were real. And after spending seven days at Charlottes Pass in NSW, I know for sure.

Charlottes Pass is a small snowfield located 10km from Perisher Valley in NSW. To get there you catch a snow cat from Perisher which is exactly what my husband and I did. Our journey into the towering mountains began and it was unlike anything we’d ever seen before; snow covered hills and gigantic boulders of all shapes dusted with white powder; snow gums covered in icicles that looked like someone had actually painted on the bark the colours were so perfect.

30 minutes through windy roads passed and our snow cat pulled up out front a magnificent building made of wood and stone. This was our stop, ‘Snowbird Lodge’ and it was beautiful.

Our first day was spent exploring the village.

Holding only 600 people at any one time including the hundred or so staff members,

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Charlottes Pass is the perfect place for quiet time and to get back in touch with yourself and nature. A few little lodges similar to ours, the big castle-like Kosciusko chalet, two restaurants and bars and that’s about it besides the glorious white mountains stretching as far as the eye can see.

The next few days were spent carving up the slopes on our boards for the first time. It was so many things all at once, fun, scary, hard and a damn good workout. The ski slopes at Charlottes Pass are quite small compared to some of the other ski resorts in the area but that makes them perfect for beginners and people wanting to get away from the crowds.

Another great reason to visit Charlottes Pass is to do some back country hiking. The village is surrounded on all sides by lofty mountains including Australia’s tallest peak, Mt Kosciuszko.

We started off our hiking day bright and early after a delicious brekky. Backpacks filled with the safety essentials, boards strapped to our backs we took the chairlift to the top of the slopes for a cheat start up the mountains. The view from the top of the chairlift was breathtaking with nothing but white powdery snow in all directions, soaring peaks and icy cliffs.

It’s a long hike to the top of Mt Kozzy and not for the faint hearted. But when you reach the top you will not be disappointed and the snowboard or ski back down the few kilometres you’ve just walked is very rewarding and an absolute blast.

It was another day well spent in our snow covered fairy land and with a hot cup of chocolate in hand sitting in the onsite spa we thought to ourselves that this was not a bad way to finish off our winter holiday. n

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Romancing the Rim T here is a good chance if you spend five days romancing the scenic rim you may come home a few kilos heavier then when you left.

But it is worth every last piece of Pietro’s gourmet pizza, farmer Doug’s billy tea and damper, Witches Chase triple cream brie and certainly worth every drop of the tawny port from Witches Falls Winery.

On a trip to explore the aptly named Scenic Rim - a chain of mountains between Brisbane and Tamborine Mountain - my partner and I discovered a region ripe with culture, history, beauty; not to mention world class vineyards, delicious regional produce and an array of colourful characters all wanting to share their unique story over a glass (or two) of red.

Less than an hour from Brisbane is a food lover’s paradise. And it doesn’t take too long to understand how the area got its name.

Rugged bushland flanks lush green rainforest and the picturesque mountains making up the Rim can be seen in every direction.

Our first stop was Lillydale Farmstay at Mt Barney and you could smell the freshness in the air. We were greeted by the Hardgrave’s, who have lived on the property for 40 years,

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who showed us to our cabin for the night. The view couldn’t have got much better; nothing but green trees and a fiery red sunset over Mt Barney itself.

In the morning, after an invigorating horse ride, animal feeding, a crack of a whip and

BY LAHNEE PAVLOVICH some of famer Doug’s famous damper, we were off to taste a slice of outback Italy.

Classi di Cucina Italiana, an Italian cooking school, is tucked away in Rathdowney, in the middle of what some may call nowhere – but for Pietro and his wife Desley, it is paradise.

Driving up to the house felt like driving into Wonderland, complete with Peacocks spreading their glorious feathers, camels, alpacas, chickens and even a lone horse.

Pietro starts his cooking classes with a history of pizza before teaching you the secrets of his trade. Cooked in a massive wood-fired oven, with faithful Romeo the young alpaca by his side, the pizza is to die for. And the “real” Italian coffee and Desley’s Lemon sorbet to finish is just as good.

Tummy’s full it was off to Tamborine Mountain, about a 45 minute drive through diverse countryside.

When we arrived at Witches Falls Cottages in the heart of North Tamborine it was dark but we could still see the outline of these cute cabins surrounded by greenery and garden gnomes.

And with a big Balinese bed, two person spa bath and glass walled bathroom, we

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had no trouble settling in for the night. Especially when in the morning we were greeted with fresh cooked bread and a picnic basket full of goodies.

A theme had arisen on our trip; food. Everywhere we went, people were offering us the most amazing food, all locally grown.

And the following morning, after a leisurely stroll under the canopies at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk, more food was exactly what we wanted.

Witches Chase Artisan Cheese Factory and home of the MT Brewery makes their entire award winning collection of cheese and beer on site. They offer a huge range of cheesy choices from hard to soft and all are washed down nicely with a boutique beer from their sample tray.

Back in our cottage the lovely ladies from Ripple Massage treated us with two of their signature body treatments; the chocolate massage from Barcelona in Spain for my partner and the sea shell massage from Koh Samet in Thailand for me.

Not a bad way to finish up an amazing winter holiday filled with a hint of romance, a little adventure, and a lot of food.

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Are we there yet?

“It is a place of legends and memories, many which can be revisited by ongoing generations who create their own legends in their own time.”

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ll Mums and Dads in Australia are bound to have heard these words whilst travelling on a road trip with their kids. Maybe it’s not moaned as much these days with mini TVs and DVDs strategically placed for smaller passengers in the rear. iPads, iPods, smart phones and a plethora of computer games have replaced ‘eye spy with my little eye’ and ‘Spotto’ but combined these distractions do give a vague glimmer of hope towards arriving at your destination without hearing those four little words, “Are we there yet?”

Family road trips, the good and bad, hold a special place in our memories. Times we shared, argued, laughed and explored all in the comfort of our tight family unit away from the responsibilities of school, work and home. For the older among us, it was the old family valiant and the bare essentials.

They were sunny days filled with adventure and exploring nooks and crannies along the quieter villages and towns, beaches, lakes, rivers, rainforests and mountains on the north coast NSW. It was a special, quality time. Memories were made as we reconnected with our families and friends lolling on the beach, enjoying a casual meal or sitting round a campfire. They were great, relaxing times, savoured and favoured with many families choosing to do the same trip to the same place year after year to enhance memories, create new experiences and carry the sights, smells and tastes of that time to adulthood with sighs of nostalgia.

This is why The Legendary Pacific Coast is called just that because it is a place of legends and memories, many which can be

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revisited by ongoing generations who create their own legends in their own time. There is so much to explore spreading across the 930km between the cities of Sydney and Brisbane and there is something for every member of the family. Beaches for the kids, fishing for the boys and best of all the great outdoors. The good news is with much of the highway now upgraded you don’t have to drive too far to stunning locations whether it’s a few hours or a day to travel to your destination.

See where it takes you – to a State Forest or two?

For a new experience, why not try visiting some of the 12 State Forests located along the drive? Here you can enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors with amenities, including picnic and camping areas – and it’s absolutely free! It’s an ideal opportunity to pack up the electronic equipment for a few hours or a few days and enjoy places such as the beautiful Strickland State Forest on the Central Coast. Walk through wildflowers and forest on tracks purpose-built by the Friends of Strickland. Just north are the State Forests of the Watagan Mountains, where

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Adventure activities are welcome, with mountain bike, trail-bike, horse-riding and hiking experiences on offer.

Wang Wauk State Forest located near Wootton, north of Bulahdelah, showcases beautiful rainforest via the Wootton Historical Railway Walk. Follow the remnants of an old logging railway from Sam's Camp Picnic Area, through 6km of rainforest and cleared, grassy areas used by logging vehicles in the early 1900s. The walk includes bridges over waterfalls, bubbling creek crossings, gully rainforest and magnificent regrowth flooded gums.

A trip north to Coffs Harbour on The Legendary Pacific Coast wouldn’t be complete without visiting Orara East State Forest, only 5km from Coffs Harbour. This unique forest is home to Sealy Lookout and the spectacular Forest Sky Pier - an impressive structure stretching out over the forest canopy, offering panoramic views over the Coffs coastline and mountain ranges. And best of all it’s free!

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Stay overnight in your tent, caravan or campervan and wake up to breakfast with the birds. There’s so much to see and do in NSW State Forests, all within a short drive along The Legendary Pacific Coast - and best of all, it’s free.

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e arrived at Falls Creek at 3pm in early August. Shortly before, we were slowly climbing the mountain, each metre higher bringing more and more snow cover. Finally, we pulled into the village and, pardon the cliché, but it really was like a winter wonderland. Snow coverage everywhere - and not icy either!!

Beautiful soft powdery snow. We couldn’t wait to get amongst it!

The shuttle took us to our accommodation, Tracker Lodge, and we met Brian who showed us around. There's a kids room, common lounge and kitchen area as well as a warm quaint bar too. This area looks out onto the slopes and the fireplace is cozily crackling away.

As Tass puts it, this is the stuff of movies! We met Janette Lawson, the owner of Trackers who told me a little about her history, and when I explained to her I'm 12 weeks pregnant, she tells me how she actually went into labour out on the slopes! A snow bunny from way back I see. Time to set down our bags and venture out to explore the area I think. We walked a few hundred metres to Max's Restaurant for a quick drink and observed the skiers and boarders conquering the surrounding slopes - most of which are for experts we soon find out (the beginner and intermediate slopes are on the other side of the mountain). I've been skiing all my life, but since Tass has never seen

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After a cozy night’s sleep, Tass and I were up super early thanks to the excitement for the day ahead. We enjoyed breakfast at Trackers before heading down to Falls Creek Sports to pick up our equipment. It didn’t take them long to get us sorted with boots, skis, poles and a snowboard.

We made our way up to the very top of the mountain on the Falls Express ski lift where Tass awaits his lesson outside the Snowsports School, and I head off to enjoy the intermediate slopes. We were very lucky with the weather as once again the lightest of snow began to fall.

There was already excellent coverage thanks to some overnight snowfall, but this only added to the atmosphere.

I spent the next few hours exploring the many runs and 15 ski lifts – the three hours of Tass’s lesson flew past, and I whizzed back to our meeting point to get the lowdown on how he went.

“It was really excellent but my butt is definitely sore,” he said with a huge smile plastered on his face. “I think it’s given me a great advantage and the instructor was really patient and friendly.”

Off we went together to try out his new skills on a couple of the beginner slopes and I was amazed at how well he went! Tass used to skateboard back in his younger days, so I had a feeling he would be good at snowboarding – but I never expected to be enjoying the slopes together on his very first day. We even managed a whole slope – Wombat’s Ramble without him falling!

A quick lunch break and then a few more hours on the slopes, and we were both ready to head back to Trackers for some well-earned rest. That night, we were off to Elk

Restaurant for dinner.

It was only a short walk to Elk, as it is with most of the restaurants and bars in the village. The ambience from the moment we set foot in the door was electric as our eyes were directly drawn to the unique 360 degree fireplace in the centre of the room, crackling away with a roaring fire. The wooden feature wall and rustic setting made it the perfect retreat from the cold snowfall outside.

We met Barry Iddles, owner of the restaurant, as well as another in the area - Winter Haven Resort. An award-winning chef, Barry now takes the chefs in his restaurants all around the world for inspiration. He told us of his most recent trip with his staff to India to learn of the flavours of the streets. That explains the subtle Indian influence I picked up on the menu then! The food at Elk was absolutely divine – in fact we enjoyed it so much we had to go back the following day for breakfast!

The following couple of days were spent in much the same way – exploring the many slopes and ski lifts as well as the bars and restaurants.

There are so many on the mountain it’s easy to forget which ones you’ve been down so it’s like discovering a new slope over and over again.

I noticed plenty of couples with small children enjoying the snow together – and little ones carving up the slopes! In fact, I remember one incident where Tass was overtaken by a little boy, about a third of his size, tearing it up down the hill and having an absolute blast. I remember thinking on those occasions how we would have to bring our own little one back here – it’s obviously an excellent spot for families.

All in all, we had a truly excellent trip, and I’m glad we picked Falls Creek for Tass’s first snow experience. Now is the perfect time to book your own snow experience, as it’s around the beginning of the year that most start to think about their mid-year escape and there are plenty of specials to take advantage of.

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lthough New Zealand was colonised primarily for agricultural land rather than for its mineral wealth, European settlers that arrived in the country post 1840 started searching for gold and coal.

And they found it, sparking a gold rush in the 1860’s which led to the migration of many more men seeking to strike it lucky in remote regions of Otago, the West Coast, and Coromandel.

Small scale mining was well under way by the 1870’s when gold, silver, copper, lead and iron had all been discovered in the country.

All the main goldfields and coalfields had by this stage been discovered, and coal was being mined in many areas around New Zealand as well.

Chromium, zinc, antimony and other minerals were soon discovered, and in addition to metallic minerals, kauri gum or resin lying on the ground in Northland was collected, and later buried gum was mined.

It was at this stage in the late 1870’s that larger scale mining began in New Zealand. Many mining companies started taking shape and high returns were obtained from the more successful mines.

Alluvial gold was sluiced and dredged and hard-rock gold and coal were worked in underground mines.

Coal production grew steadily to 1 million tonnes in 1900, doubling to 2 million tonnes in 1910, and stayed around that level for the next 70 years.

The production of gold varied, but peaked about 1905 and then gradually declined.

Before the First World War, a significant chunk of mining revenue came from kauri gum, but this declined as the resource became worked out.

After the Second World War the total value of mining output increased steadily and exceeded $1 billion for the first time in 2004. This was largely due to advances in mining technology and demand for certain minerals.

And although James Hector, the first director of the New Zealand Geological Survey, gave an impressive list of metal ores that had been discovered by 1870 in New Zealand, only three metals were being successfully mined by 2005 – gold, silver and iron.

Coal continues to be the main mineral mined in NZ. Other non-metallic materials now include gravel, sand, limestone and rocks. A small amount of gold and iron sand is still mined.

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And with a range of existing and new technologies out there, Austmine and Mining IQ have partnered to produce the Austmine 2013 International Conference & Exhibition, an event that will bring together an audience of international mining executives to discuss Australian Technology: Inspiring Global Mining Innovation.

The conference will be held from May 20 – 23 in Perth and has a number of speakers confirmed including David Peever, Managing Director of Rio Tinto Australia; John McGagh, Head of Innovation at Rio Tinto; Gavin Yeates, VP Mine Optimisation, Group Resource and Business Optimisation from BHP Billiton; Dr. Shane Hodgson, VP and Group Head of Organisational Effectiveness from Goldfields SA;

Brett Morgan, Business Development Manager from Russell Mineral Equipment; Tom Niemi, Chairman of the Board of Geological Survey of Finland; Mitchell Hook, Chief Executive from Minerals Council of Australia; and Chris Hinde from Intierrarmg.

The conference will discuss topics that will allow delegates to leave the event with a range of new strategies, contacts, solutions and ideas for the future of mining technology and innovations.

Specific topics that will be explored include emerging mining markets, technological innovations and operational excellence, creating global supply chains, and workforce safety.

The Austmine 2013 International Conference and Exhibition will showcase Australia’s leading mining equipment, technology and service providers.

The exhibition hall will give delegates direct access to leaders in the field of mining technology.

Program of topics: • Western Australia: Global Mining Opportunities Hub • Mining’s Technology Future • Mining Technology Partnerships: Taking the Supply Chain Global • Improving Operational Performance through Automation • Business Improvement and Operational Excellence in a Tightening Economy • Ensuring Workforce Safety, Training & Environmental Security • Break-out Sessions on the Emerging Markets of: Russia, Southern Africa, Mongolia and Brazil Specialist, focused workshops will also make up a critical part of the conference, as well as organised field trips. More information on these will be available upon final confirmation of the agenda.

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am a library addict, I admit it. I spend a lot of time learning life lessons from the pages of a good novel, so it’s not surprising that a couple of tips about how to save money have been gleaned from the written word along the way.

Here’s my list of the 5 best novels about finance, money, the lack of it, and how to get some of it.

David Copperfield, Charles Dickens At number one, David Copperfield is a shoe in. Not that it is a novel overwhelmingly about finance; it isn’t. Rather because it is the vehicle for the famous Micawber principle, “Annual income twenty pounds, annual expenditure nineteen six, result happiness.

Annual income twenty pounds, annual expenditure twenty pounds ought and six, result misery.”

I would find it hard to think of a better explanation of personal finance than this pithy little phrase, a truth backed up by the life the character lives.

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BY FRAN SIDOTI, WWW.SAVINGSGUIDE.COM.AU Money: A Suicide Note, Martin Amis You want cautionary? I’ll give you cautionary. This book is enough to scare the pants off anyone. If you feel like you need a kick up the pants to start your saving, this might just be the tale for you. About a selfmade man, hedonist John Self, who makes and then proceeds to lose a fortune.

“Man, you are out for a whole lot of money.”

It’s not a pretty story, but it is a great example of the crushing weight that debt and destitution can be.

The Firm, John Grisham Somewhere along the line, John Grisham novels are always about money. People kill for it, or die for it and seemingly would spend infinite hours in a courtroom to protect it.

“Get ‘em [The Mafia] with what? Overbilling, mail fraud? Oh, that’s exciting.”

When you find out your firm acts as the Mob’s accountants, things can get a little tricky. A great crime novel about the seemingly clean face that can cover up money laundering.

The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald Certainly not something to read on a cheery summer vacation, but one of the greater tales ever told nonetheless. Life on the East Coast is depicted, with the clash of old money and new money just after the First World War. “Her voice is full of money.”

While not overtly a novel about finance, the events of The Great Gatsby are underpinned by faith in the Great American Dream and the self-made man. It’s a tale of the happiness money can’t buy.

The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit, Sloan Wilson A sympathetic portrayal of a company man. It centres on the search for meaning in a world that is materialistic. Unlike most of the other books on this list, this one can be read without a Prozac handy.

“A citizen’s guide to the economy.”

A good reminder of the important things in life, none of which the rat race can provide.

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Relationship finance: top 4 romance busters

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oney is the major reason for divorce, as well as the major source of friction in many relationships. Researchers are increasingly seeing that ‘financial cheating’ as in lying or hiding financial issues from a partner is as damaging as the traditional kind.

Likewise, finding a financial simpatico with another person is one of the major pillars of a good relationship. So what are the top four relationship busters when it comes to money, and how can we avoid them in our own relationship?

Weigh me down It’s unlikely, in the modern world, that two people can come together without one or both bringing with them some kind of debt.

From youthful indiscretions with a credit card, student debt, a mortgage, a car loan; debt is a major factor in most of our financial arrangements. Sadly, when it’s not dealt with openly, it can also be a major sticking point in our relationships.

The fix - the only course is to be straight up. This debt is going to be a drain on your

FROM WWW.SAVINGSGUIDE.COM.AU finances for a while yet, and will mean you can contribute less to the joint finances.

That’s the reality of the scenario, and honesty is the only way to approach it. Your partner will deal with it, or they won’t.

Joint or separate Relationship finance is often regarded as a tell-tale sign for the overall wellbeing of the couple. Serious judgement calls are attached to how couples deal with their finances. Trying to organise your finances according to what the rest of the world says will only strain the relationship.

The fix - your relationship is unique, as your financial organisation should be. The key is to communicate with your partner about what they feel is appropriate, and be open to change it as the relationship evolves.

Know the type When you get together, nothing is more important than whether he likes Neil Young or not. We tend to spend so much time on the inconsequential, often the really big issues get left to the side. However, you’ll

be able to get a pretty good feel for how a person deals with money. Spender? Saver?

Frugal to the point of no fun? These are big issues, and pretending otherwise is just putting your head in the sand.

The fix - be open with how you see money, and where you would like your finances to be in 5 and 10 years. Talk about how their parents dealt with money, research shows it’s a big indicator.

Little tykes Every self-help book in the world has told us what issues to avoid talking about when we start a relationship. Heaven forbid you scare him off, talking of kids or money.

Well, the final major relationship buster is a combination of the two- the finances of having kids.

The fix - generally, you ascertain whether you want to have kids first, but with the costs of raising a kid now hitting the $1 million mark, you also have to discuss how to structure your finances to adapt, especially with one partner out of the workforce for a while. n

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POWER KING Kawasaki introduced the JET SKI name to the world over 30 years ago and now, after decades of technological development, they have built the ultimate high-performance, large capacity watercraft: the all-conquering STX-15F 4-stroke JET SKI. Combining cutting-edge engine technology borrowed from Kawasaki’s legendary range of Ninja hyper-sports motorcycles with breakthroughs in hull design and construction, the STX-15F manages to be both serenely userfriendly and heart-stoppingly exhilarating at the same time.

Casual cruising with a couple of passengers, towing a water skier across your local dam or screaming along the coastline on your own, the STX-15F will blow your expectations into the sunset.

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HIGH EFFICIENCY EXHAUST SYSTEM The engine’s highly tuned exhaust system is water-jacketed to help reduce underhood temperatures and keep the STX-15F running as quietly as possible. It features dual water mufflers to maintain very low exhaust noise levels.

ADVANCED JET PUMP The STX-15F’s drive system consists of an axialflow pump utilising a three-blade oval-edge stainless steel impeller to provide excellent hookup and maximum drive at all operating speeds.

POWERFUL 4-STROKE ENGINE The STX-15F’s high-performance, 1,498cc, 4 cylinder, DOHC, fuel injected, 4-stroke engine was adapted from technology developed

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SMART STEERING Designed to assist inexperienced riders, the Kawasaki Smart Steering system is electronically linked to an on-board microprocessor and automatically adjusts engine speed and thrust while cornering to ensure a smooth, controlled turn.

EASY REVERSING Greatly assisting low-speed manoeuvring is a reverse ‘bucket’ fitted to the steering nozzle.

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SUPERIOR HULL DESIGN The STX-15F’s deep-V hull is made of fibreglass and gel-coated for a lustrous, scratch-resistant finish and features the moulded-in Kawasaki Splash Deflector (KSD) to help minimize spray on the operator. High-performance sponsons help get the hull up on plane and provide “grip” while the hull design facilitates precise cornering, increased stability at high speed and a smoother ride in rough water.

FEATURE PACKED The STX-15F boasts a host of handy features including storage compartments in the bow, glove box and under seat for carrying a fire extinguisher, tool kit, cooler and more. There are adjustable rear-view mirrors, finger throttle control, a magnetic ignition switch for extra security, plus an adaptor to connect the fresh water flushing fitting to your garden hose.

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SKIPPERS FLEET & INFO BELOW ARE SOME GUIDELINES TO ENSURE YOUR FLIGHT WITH US IS MORE ENJOYABLE.

DE HAVILLAND DASH 8-300 Engines: Twin Turbo-prop Seating capacity: 50 seat Wing-span: 27.4m Aircraft length: 25.7m Max altitude: 25,000ft Cruise speed: 530km/h Payload: Up to 5,500kg. Pressurised, air-conditioned cabin. Operated by two pilots and two flight attendants.

DE HAVILLAND DASH 8-100 Engines: Twin Turbo-prop Seating capacity: 36 seat Wing-span: 25.91m Aircraft length: 22.25m Max altitude: 25,000ft Cruise speed: 500km/h Payload: Up to 3,450kg. Pressurised, air-conditioned cabin. Operated by two pilots and one flight attendant.

EMBRAER EMB 120 BRASILIA Engines: Twin Turbo-prop Seating capacity: 30 seat Wing-span: 19.78m Aircraft length: 20.0m Max altitude: 30,000ft Cruise speed: 600km/h Payload: Up to 3,000kg. Pressurised, air-conditioned cabin. Operated by two pilots and one flight attendant.

FAIRCHILD METRO 23 Engines: Twin Turbo-prop Seating capacity: 19 seat Wing-span: 17.4m Aircraft length: 18.1m Max altitude: 25,000ft Cruise speed: 500km/h Payload: Up to 2,000kg. Pressurised, air-conditioned cabin. Operated by two pilots.

CESSNA CONQUEST C441 Seating capacity: 9 seat Wing-span: 15.18m Aircraft length: 12m Max altitude: 35,000ft Cruise speed: 550km/h Payload: Up to 1,010kg. Pressurised, air-conditioned cabin. Operated by one or two pilots.

SAFETY BRIEFING Please listen carefully to the Safety Briefing and take the time to read through the Safety On Board Card prior to takeoff. This will help you familiarise yourself with the emergency exits, brace position and the location of your life jacket.

DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT) It has been reported that some airline passengers have developed clots in deep blood vessels, often in the lower legs, as a result of sitting for an extended period without exercise or movement.

This condition is known medically as Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT. If blood clot fragments break off and lodge in other areas of the body such as the lungs, they may cause a possible fatal pulmonary thrombosis when a person starts walking after being immobile for a long time.

The risk factors for DVT include varicose veins, recent surgery or injury in the lower legs, malignant diseases, past history of DVT, obesity, pregnancy and recent childbirth.

Anyone with these risk factors is advised to consult a doctor prior to flying to find out how to minimise the risk of DVT. During the flight, we recommend passengers take the following precautions: • Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, and minimise intake of alcohol. • Exercise onboard the aircraft by moving and stretching your toes, rotating your ankles, raising and lowering each leg and massaging your calves gently. In addition, we suggest that you avoid crossing your legs.

SEATBELTS Seatbelts must be firmly fastened for take-off, landing and whilst the seatbelt sign is illuminated. We do recommend that your seatbelt be fastened at all times whilst seated in case of unexpected turbulence.

TRAY TABLES/SEAT BACKS Please ensure your tray tables and your seat backs are in the upright position for take-off and landing.

SMOKING Government regulations strictly prohibit smoking on all domestic flights. Special smoke detectors have been fitted to the toilet on board the aircraft. Smoking is also prohibited on the tarmac and throughout the terminal buildings.

CARRY ON LUGGAGE If you have carry on luggage please stow it in the overhead lockers or under the seat in front of you. Hand luggage not correctly stowed may cause injury in the event of unexpected turbulence.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES Hazards exist to aircraft systems by Electro-Magnetic Interference from Portable Electronic Devices. The interference can cause aircraft systems to malfunction.

To provide adequate protection for the aircraft please note that: mobile phones are not to be used at any time on board the aircraft. Other devices such as compact disc players, portable palm top and lap top computers, cassette players, personal electronic organisers or personal video games may be used during cruise only, NOT when the aircraft is taking off and landing.

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SKIPPERS SERVICE CONFIRMATION OF FLIGHTS It is recommended that 24 hours prior to travel that you contact our reservations office on 1300 729 924 during normal office hours to reconfirm your booking.

ON TIME SERVICE To assist in maintaining on time departures, Skippers request that all passengers arrive at our terminal for check in at least 60 minutes prior to flight departure.

FLYING WITH CHILDREN Infant safety belts are available and will be fitted with the assistance of your flight crew prior to take-off.

CHILDREN FLYING ALONE If you have children between the ages of 5 and 11 (inclusive) travelling alone, please advise the Reservations Staff when making your booking so that we can make arrangements with you to ensure they are safely in our care throughout their journey. We advise parents and guardians not to book flights for unaccompanied minors via the internet.

IN-FLIGHT AMENITIES To make your flight more comfortable, newspapers, magazines, pillows and children’s activities are available on most of our flights. Cold

refreshments, sandwiches and snacks are usually offered on all Skippers’ flights, with tea and coffee available on our Brasilia and Dash-8 aircraft services. Deluxe catering and alcoholic beverages can be made available on charter or contract flights by prior arrangement.

TAXIS Where a local taxi service is available, please advise your Skippers’ flight crew if you require a taxi on your arrival. For your convenience, a taxi rank is also available on Valentine Road at the front of Skippers’ Perth Terminal with a free taxi phone available in the terminal foyer.

CAR HIRE For all your vehicle hire requirements, Skippers can recommend a number of car rental companies that can arrange to drop off and collect hire cars at our Perth terminal.

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TRAVEL TIP? Wherever I land, I always get out and into the fresh air as soon as possible. It really helps me with the jetlag, and so does a swim. Must be the oxygen.

WHAT IS YOUR MOST EMBARRASSING TRAVEL MOMENT? More excruciating than embarrassing - getting stopped by a stranger on an aeroplane as we crossed paths in the aisle. He wanted to congratulate me on my series on TV. Problem was, it wasn't my show and I wasn't Julian McMahon, but try telling that guy!

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