THE TEAM Editor’s Note

While the cooler weather normally has me hiding under the blankets or by an open fire with a glass of red in hand, there is just too much happening to hibernate!

From the return of world-class Festivals to new and exciting programs and events; new restaurants and bar openings; art exhibitions and inspiring talks – there is so much to celebrate in our Savvy, Surprising and Spirited community! So, get your layers on and get amongst it!

Matt Golinski shares some divine duck recipes and meets a spirited local giving hope to others; Carlie Wacker serves up savvy styles for winter fashion and surprises us with aqua adventures for the cooler months; and the recent Australian Institute of Architects’ Regional Awards have us celebrating the very best in home design, inside and out.

This is your last chance to book tickets to one (or both?!) of our signature events with wine lunches featuring visiting winemakers at Tony Kelly’s Market Bistro and the Peregian Beach Hotel. Looks like I’ll have more wine to enjoy, now I just need the fire!

We are more than a magazine! Let’s keep in touch: like and follow us on social media, sign up for our free e-newsletter, listen to our Everyone has a Story podcast; and we hope to see you at one of our upcoming events.

Thanks for all your great story ideas and keep sharing the sunshine!

Stay warm,

DEB CARUSO PUBLISHER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Deb has almost 30 years’ experience providing strategic communications and brand reputation advice to clients in the government, business and not-for-profit sectors. She started IN Publishing to connect the community through storytelling and is passionate about working with small businesses in the region. She loves hanging out with her boys John and Maximus.

Paul Bird Publisher

Paul is the Publisher and co-Director of IN Publishing. He has enjoyed a successful career spanning almost 40 years working in media and corporate communications industries and more recently in the profit-forpurpose charity and business sector as an Independent Director and Corporate Advisor

JOHN CARUSO WRITER/PODCASTER/MC

After 30 years in radio, John now runs the Everyone Has a Story podcast and in between being our writer, sanity checker, accounts manager and event MC; he spends time with his first love, recording a daily Drive program for regional radio and raising his son Maximus.

Deb Caruso Editor-In-Chief

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Ali Smith

DESIGN

& PRODUCTION MANAGER

Ali is our go-to girl when it comes to design, deadlines and digital. An experienced graphic designer with nearly 20 years’ experience in advertising, magazines and publishing, she brings creativity and efficiency to the team. When she’s not at her computer, you can find her on the water with her husband and three kids.

Shona Smith

CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER

From her early days working in the art room of major publications back in the 1980s, Shona has enjoyed a long career in media. When she’s not creating the stunning pages and supporting clients of IN Noosa Magazine and Hello Sunshine Magazine, you’ll find Shona relaxing with her family at the beach.

Edwina Cattanach

CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER

Edwina has more than 20 years’ experience working in media, marketing, communications, event management and stakeholder engagement. She loves working with local businesses and looking for collaborative ideas that will help them to achieve even greater things.

Carlie Wacker

FASHION

& LIFESTYLE

Carlie Wacker is a presenter, MC freelance fashion writer and stylist. She is our Fashion Editor for Hello Sunshine Magazine and keeps busy managing our social media pages, not to mention churning out stories regularly. She recently launched her own range of World of Wacker handmade polymer clay earrings.

SARAH VERCOE WRITER & PHOTOGRAPHER

Sarah is a writer and National Geographic award-winning photographer. Since entering the world of publishing close to a decade ago she’s penned features for some of Australia’s best-known titles. A long-time local, when she’s not whipping up words she can be found hiking the trails of the Sunshine Coast with her family.

Ellie Capurso Design

Ellie is passionate about visual design and creating a career that is both dynamic and fun. After completing an Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design in 2020, she is thrilled to join the creative and clever crew at IN Noosa Magazine and Hello Sunshine Magazine and work locally in the place where she was born.

Contributors

Matt Golinski Food

Matt Golinski is a highly regarded chef with a passion for simple, produce-driven cuisine based on seasonal, fresh local ingredients. He is an active member of the Slow Food movement, a champion of artisan producers and a generous mentor to keen young chefs. When he’s not cooking up stories for IN Publishing you’ll find him at View by Matt Golinski at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas.

Tony Cox Drinks

After 25 years of sniffing, swirling, spitting and slurping various vinous temptations our drinks writer has decided that his future lies firmly planted on the consumption and storytelling side. Tony not only still enjoys consulting about wine and other beverages but is now part of the successful Kate Cox Real Estate Team at Reed & Co. Estate Agents.

HELEN FLANAGAN TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE

The Coast’s sophisticated charm, vibrant food culture and the magnetism of a subtropical paradise surrounded by national parks, inveigled Helen’s manic world and flipped it on its side. She pursues the good life with gusto, instinctively understanding the joys of travel, the art of story-telling, a candid review and surviving another reno whilst thriving on the motto: Live Laugh Love!

Nina Shadforth Arts

Nina Shadforth is Curator for the Sunshine Coast Art Collection (Caloundra Regional Gallery) and co-curator of Wild/flower Women exhibitions. She has worked professionally in the arts sector for more than 20 years, having held appointments in regional Qld galleries as Curator/Director at Caloundra and Noosa Regional Galleries as well as the Butter Factory Arts Centre, Cooroy.

Jennifer Swaine Writer

A born storyteller and connector of people, Jennifer works with a number of SMEs looking after their branding, marketing strategy, communications, PR and events. As Chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Awards, Vice President of the Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance and a Non-Executive Director of Visit Sunshine Coast, Jennifer proactively engages with local businesses.

Carly Wade Home

A highly-experienced events management specialist and wedding planner, Carly owns CL Weddings and Events and was the acting General Manager of Makepeace Island. She makes things happen with her ability to handle pressure and take control of any situation with authority and ease.

Nekita Roberts Poetry

Writing as The Australian Poet, Nekita’s observations of nature, the ocean, and the beauty of the Coast have captured the hearts and minds of her readers and thousands of Instagram followers. Nekita’s love of the printed word has seen the release of her beautiful hardcover poetry book The Native Heart featuring stunning illustrations by her sister Jaclyn. Discover Nekita and her work at www.theaustralianpoet.com

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People

Meet a very special and passionate team giving hope to those living with eating disorders.

PROUD WINNERS OF THE 2019 SUNSHINE COAST BUSINESS AWARDS CREATIVE INDUSTRIES, IN NOOSA MAGAZINE

We would like to acknowledge and pay respects to the traditional owners, the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara people, whose country we create on and we would like to extend our respect to their elders, both past, present and emerging.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF/PUBLISHER: Deb Caruso, 0428 853 224 deb@inpublishing.com.au

PUBLISHER: Paul Bird

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Hello Sunshine Magazine is a free publication (subscriptions available) published four times per year by IN Publishing, a business of IN Noosa Magazine Pty Ltd (The Publisher). All rights are reserved and the contents are copyright and may not be reprinted without the express permission of The Publisher. IN Noosa Magazine Pty Ltd ATF Hello Sunshine Magazine, their related companies and officers hereby disclaim, to the full extent permitted by law, all liability, damages, costs and expenses whatsoever arising from or in connection with copy information or other material in this magazine, any negligence of The Publisher, or any persons actions in reliance thereon. Any dispute or complaint regarding placed advertisements must be made within seven days of publication. Inclusion of any copy must not be taken as any endorsement by The Publisher. Views expressed by contributions are personal views and they are not necessarily endorsed by The Publisher.

Meet the latest local legends turning their hands to distilling gin - with a distinct flavour.

50 Fashion

Love, linen and luxe escapes ruled for our very special fashion shoot at Mali Retreat.

Art 96

Art is all about coastal connections, cultural undercurrents and connecting stories this winter

A coffee shop with a European influence. Delicious food made fresh daily.

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Event: Mona Ryder Morning Tea

Venue: Old Ambulance Station, Nambour www.theoldambulancestation.com

Savvy art lovers came together to celebrate the works of renowned Australian artist Mona Ryder with a morning tea event hosted by Bec Mac. Art-lovers taking the opportunity to gain insight into the dynamic works of this amazing artist.

Ended Inspirations

Event: Talk with Matt Golinski

Venue: endED Espresso Bar, Buddina

The first in a series of inspiring talks designed to connect the community through compassion featured our very own Matt Golinski sharing his passion for creating cuisine using fresh, seasonal and local ingredients as well as his inspiring personal story of survival and achievement through adversity.

See page 16 for more details. www.ended.org.au

Latte Lovers

Event: Latte Art Smackdown

Venue: Whatcha Brewing Specialty Coffee Co, Maroochydore

Harrison Hedges brought brilliant baristas and local latte artists together to Make March Purple and raise awareness and money for Epilepsy

Queensland with Whatcha Brewing Specialty Coffee Co’s first ever Latte Art Smackdown.

Listen to the inspirational interview with Harrison on our “Everyone has a Story” podcast.

Ray Of Sunshine

Event: Sunshine Sounds Festival

Venue: Eumundi Showgrounds

A drizzle of rain wasn’t enough to dampen the spirits of festival goers at the inaugural Sunshine Sounds Festival. With muddy boots and beaming smiles, troves of music-lovers turned out for a weekend of tunes from some of the best homegrown artists in the state - even a little ray of sunshine peeked through!

Kudos to Katie Noonan and crew! www.sunshinesoundsfestival.com

Design Spotlight

Event: Australian Institute of Architects’ Regional Architecture Awards

Venue: Pier 33, Mooloolaba

The best and brightest architects and friends celebrated the regional award winner, Tim Ditchfield Architects, and commended winners who will now compete at the State Awards. Special guest speaker Rob Adams, Melbourne City Council Architect, provided an enlightening presentation and Q&A session to a highly-engaged audience. See page 75 for more details. ww.architecture.com.au

PICS: MEGAN GILL / HELEN FLANAGAN

Mali is a breathtaking 64-acre property nestled amongst nature’s finest work. There is a real sense of calm and clarity the moment you enter the grounds. A rustic handcrafted sign indicates you are entering Mali – a winding road takes you over a beautiful pond full of geese living their best life. It is delightfully quiet apart from the grounding sounds of bird life and that gentle movement of wind through the trees.

Oh, the serenity! This is precisely the vision owners Mark Tabone and Lisa Curry began with when creating Mali (the name is the blending of both their names and the name of their gorgeous Kelpie).

This serene space perfectly blends nature with nurture and all things quirky. It has been purposefully designed by the adoring couple with a goal of connecting and relaxing.

“In our early conversations when we first met, we shared our goals and dreams, and they were remarkably similar. Automatically there was a connection,” Mark said.

As an entertainer Mark had been on the road as much as Lisa in her busy life as a sportstar, media personality and business owner.

“Our lives have been so busy traveling and living out of suitcases, we know how it feels to be constantly on the merry-go-round and feeling like we can’t get off so we wanted to create a space where not only we can relax, but to invite others into our space and help them also realise the importance of self-reflection,” Mark said.

“Somewhere to re-evaluate, reinvent, reset and most importantly relax.”

Mission accomplished as that is the first feeling you experience at Mali, closely followed by amazement at the extraordinary spaces this couple have created with love.

There is a ‘wow’ moment at every turn.

A rustic barn is the centrepiece of this venue and is ideal for weddings, events, workshops, retreats and more.

The barn has been converted into a function space for indoor and outdoor entertaining. Each corner has been eccentrically decorated with the beautiful antiques and collectors pieces the couple have sourced from all over the country, and world. Every item has a story to tell and I feel a real sense of nostalgia in the gentle and thoughtful curation of fabulous furniture, knick-knacks and art. It is a special space where wonderful memories will be made by guests of Mali.

As you meander through the grounds of the sentimental and charming property you take in the best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland landscape –rolling hills, trees and a sky that goes forever.

There is a glamping area, campfire and outdoor amphitheatre for a movie under a million stars.

Mark and Lisa have put their heart and soul into building and designing the most unique spaces at Mali such as the outside bar made from an EK Holden Ute.

In line with Lisa’s gold-medal winning background and commitment to a lifetime of fitness, there is also a dedicated gym for fitness, yoga retreats and boot camps.

“We will be offering workshops covering many topics, different types of exercise routines, suitable for all fitness levels and combined with fun nights of entertainment,” adds Lisa.

This dynamic duo created the space for their own wedding three years ago. Originally a horse farm, they converted the infrastructure from stables to the rustic barn function space; machinery shed into a gym; horse arena into a glamping campfire space and a 10-car garage into Mark’s vintage man cave. And what a man cave it is! Guests can visit what I can only describe as a museum of pop culture history of the world. It is full of cars such as a 1960 Cadillac, 1966 Mustang, Austin Powersstyle mini and other treasures that Mark is restoring or is the custodian of. There are a ton of records, all things retro like Coca Cola, Elvis and Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, original Barbie dolls, vintage cameras and clothing as well as Lisa’s medals and memorabilia that is a whole other story in itself.

“I love it all,” Mark says. “But I really love my 1959 Wurlitzer jukebox that plays old 45 records and the 1966 Vespa.”

The love put into every inch of this place hits you in the heart and we were so privileged to not only have Lisa and Mark as our models for this edition’s fashion pages but to shoot the scenes on the property (see page 50).