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TO WORK WITH IS A MAJOR PART OF BUSINESS SUCCESS. WHICH IS WHY WE’RE DOING A LITTLE HAPPY DANCE IN THE OFFICE THIS MONTH AS WE WELCOME TWO NEW FACES TO OUR BIZ FAMILY. Writer Beth Gibson has been helping us as a freelancer for some time, and we have finally convinced her to join our team as our Editorial Coordinator. A seasoned journalist, Beth recently moved south from Stawell and she assures us she is adoring her new life by the sea! We’ve set Beth the challenge of seeking out and crafting stories that truly celebrate the businesses and the lives of southwest people. Drop her a line to say hi at beth@swbiz.com.au. This issue, we also welcome winemaker and viticulture consultant Wendy Cameron as our new columnist. We’re still pinching ourselves at having found Wendy, who happens to be one of Australia’s most eminent wine experts. Wendy, who holds a Master of Wine along

with three or four other degrees, is no wine snob! She has exciting plans to write down-to-earth columns to get us thinking about wine, our wine culture and how we really master the art of enjoying wine. Here’s cheers to that! In her outing as our wine writer at large, Wendy explores the Henty Wine Region - a national treasure right on our doorstep. We hope you enjoy all that we have served up for you in this edition of SouthwestBIZ. If you’re hungry for more, please join us online at our website - www.swbiz.com.au or join the social discussion on our Facebook page.

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New era for

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FEATURE Josh Walker and Caitlin Mason

JOSH WALKER HAS ALWAYS LIKED MEDDLING IN A BIT OF HOME BREWING. SO WHEN THE TIMBOON RAILWAY SHED DISTILLERY CAME ON THE MARKET, HE THOUGHT HE’D HAVE A CRACK AT MAKING WHISKY. degree turn.” hilst most home Josh and his partner Caitlin brewers would have Mason, who is a financial adviser been content toiling at Ambleside Wealth Advisors away in their backyard in Warrnambool, had in the past, shed, Josh had no qualms taking flippantly chatted about opening a on one of the region’s most restaurant, so the seed was notorious foodie already planted in the destinations over H A FRES D E D young business man’s E a year ago at the E W IN D A NE N A T R subconscious. ripe age of 26. STA ENGE. L L A H C “The purchase “I was AD A WAYS H ISKY, process was very flicking through I’VE AL H W N FOR long; about eight the paper after PASSIO ING FROM SO GO ING TO months,” recalled a game of footy VEST R 0 A 8 1 H A Josh. “We were and saw that S ING WA . L IL T IS N D travelling overseas in the distillery was E TUR DEGRE America and Mexico for sale,” said Josh. when it was all “I’ve always done a bit happening, so we’d be talking to of home brewing with my solicitors from internet cafés.” cousins and we’ve loved it, so I made After the sale was done and some inquiries.” dusted, former owners Tim and Although he had spent some time Caroline Simmons showed an eager as a young boy in the hospitality Josh the ropes of running one of industry when his folks owned a regional Victoria’s only boutique motel in Peterborough, the Mepunga single malt whisky distilleries. No resident had no previous experience in doubt carefully observing from the food and beverage. He’d been running shadows of the shed was the ghost of his own harvest contracting business Tom Delaney – the district’s notorious since leaving school in Year 11. large scale distiller of the 1890s. “I needed a fresh start and a new “We’ve just released a new line challenge,” he said. “I’ve always had called ‘Tom’s Cut’, that’s 58 per cent a passion for whisky, so going from intense premium whisky,” said a harvesting to distilling was a 180

proud Josh. “We’re also looking at bringing out more lines that have been aged in ex bourbon, sherry and port casks. We’re always thinking and researching. While we were in America we went on the Kentucky bourbon trail and spent a lot of time with artisan distillers.” Josh said whilst he’s happiest spending the majority of his time tinkering at the distillery, he had accepted the challenge of overseeing a highly regarded restaurant, guided by exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive staff. “We’ve grown the restaurant trade by around 15 per cent since we took over,” he said. “Opening Friday nights and holding more functions has made a big difference. Our lunch trade is also increasing. I’m sure this

is because we’ve moved away from table service at lunch time, so people aren’t waiting as long for a meal. We’ve kept the feel of the food the same as always; fresh and seasonal.” Josh said although hospitality hours were long, they were a big improvement compared to those in agricultural contracting. “It’s nice to have a bit more of a routine in the business,” he said. As for his patient and supportive partner, Caitlin, does she have him home a bit more? “I never saw him at harvest time, but it’s better now,” she said. “I work most Sundays behind the bar so I do get to see him in his element,” she smiled. “But it doesn’t feel like work; I love going in there and meeting the customers.”

IN THE 1890s, Tom Delaney was the most notorious distiller in the Timboon district. It’s been noted that, at the peak of his illegal distilling career, he was producing 100 gallons of high quality whisky each week. He labelled it ‘Mountain Dew’ and cheekily put the official Government stamp on it. Eventually the Government decided to wipe out the illegal trade and Detective Inspector Christie (a one-time personal bodyguard of HRH Prince Alfred) was put in charge of shutting down the main player. Christie disguised himself as a travelling tinker as part of his mission to catch out Delaney and his associate, Jim Love. The assignment came to a head with shots fired and the distillers escaping. For years, bottles of Mountain Dew continued to mysteriously emerge across the district and the locals’ taste for a good single malt is still very much alive today.

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FRESH MARKET THE

‘Market organisers, Tania Ferris and Lana Campbell are creating the perfect platform for producers of all things fresh and seasonal.’

WARRNAMBOOL

Earth Mothers By Beth Gibson

The organisers of the new Fresh Market Warrnambool have taken on more than a fortnightly market. They’ve accepted a responsibility to change consumer habits and nurture the environment.

AFTER SPENDING EVEN A SHORT TIME WITH TANIA FERRIS AND LANA CAMPBELL, YOU FEEL LIKE THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER. Their energy and enthusiasm is so infectious that you can’t help but get caught up in their genuine excitement for their new business venture. Tania, who is the brainchild behind the TM Market in Warrnambool and Lana, who is famous for her preserves under the label Lana’s Garden, have a unique partnership that goes beyond that of a timely business opportunity. It’s difficult to believe they only 6

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met 12 months ago when Lana approached Tania at her undercover market at the racecourse, spruiking the idea for some kind of farmers’ market. The way they bounce off each other and rejoice in each other’s strengths is rare and refreshing to see. “I’d seen Tan around the market circuit and I thought, if I want to get this idea off the ground, I need to connect with her as I’d been so blown away with the way she ran the TM Market,” says Lana. “It was great to find out she’d been thinking the same; that Warrnambool needed a market outlet for fresh produce.” The girls progressed with some

serious brainstorming, research and surveying of the community’s needs and expectations. Above all, they wanted a market that offered the highest quality product and would be there for the long haul. They even agreed on a stringent application process that involved visiting producers on site. “I’d just finished a counselling and community development course at TAFE, so that was helpful to plan that side of things,” says Tania. “It wasn’t about what we wanted, but what the community and stallholders wanted. This is their bread and butter and we felt a responsibility to give them a quality

retail space.” After just a few months, the market is attracting hundreds of locals and visitors each fortnight. The format is constantly being tweaked, with children’s activities – always with an underlying environmental message – recently being introduced. “This means that the mums and dads can kick back and enjoy the market,” says Lana. “And that’s what it’s all about – a total experience for everyone.” Tania said the market offerings would evolve in line with the seasons. “That’s our edge,” she says. “We see our job as re-engaging and

Mixing it up Being part of Fresh Market Warrnambool has opened up a new corridor of trade along the south coast for the owner of Cha Cha Tea, Samantha Manning. Market goers have been intrigued with Sam’s unique (and adorably packaged) tea mixers and love to hear the story about how she created the sugar free mixer for iced tea, spritzers and cocktails. Responding to a gap in the fast paced café market, Sam’s delicious slow reduction of nature’s finest fruit and flavorings is a hit with the whole family. Her cold pressed coffee mixer is also making a buzz on the market, “capturing all the flavors that the hipsters talk about”. Based in Geelong, Sam brews her magical concoctions at the boutique Bellarine Brewery, which allows her to better manage her mixer batches in line with her growing market. “Warrnambool has been a great stepping stone,” said Sam, who believes today’s consumer experience is “all about the senses and measured by experiences”. www.chachatea.com.au

" We see our job as re-engaging and re-educating the community about what a real season is." re-educating the community about what a ‘real’ season is. It’s not just about what organic food is in season - it’s about plants, décor and other elements of a season that influences our lives.” The pair says it’s delightful to see the stallholders grow their businesses and their favorite part of the day is pegging a ‘sold out’ sign. “Together, with the stallholders, we can’t wait to see where this all goes,” says Tania. “We love how they’re already networking and using each other’s produce.” So, what’s next? I ask of these two mothers of three, who seem to run on an endless stream of adrenalin.

“Bees,” says Tania. “We want

to educate people about what’s happening in our environment, along with where their food comes from. It goes hand-in-hand. We have some very exciting plans to bring bees back to the southwest.”

Tania and Lana predict their

‘growing market family’ will be a powerful force that will have Warrnambool on the food trail map in no time.

“Every Sunday I get my two fresh

apples for breakfast from apple grower Neville (Hahn),” says Tania. “I’ll have those with my Bright Bird

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AS the front man in the South West for Faire Ferments, Will Shepherd said Warrnambool people simply loved to eat and drink products conjured up by locals. “For a while there has been a big call for something like the Fresh Market,” said Will. “Warrnambool is such a big foodie area and the people like good produce. The market’s a great opportunity, not just for those starting out, but for growing businesses. Staff can get ‘off premise’ and meet the customers in a relaxed environment.” Will said the pear and apple cider, which was first created three years ago by former Warrnambool man Sam Pendergast, is one of the few independently owned boutique operations in Victoria. The majority of ciders are bulk produced and owned by off-shore companies. “We’re onto our third vintage now,” explained Will. “The business is growing quite quickly. We’re attracting a really strong following in Warrnambool with the cider. More and more people like to support ‘the little guy’.

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s the new Client Relations expert with Warrnambool's Regional Wealth Plus, Moira is looking forward to supporting customers with vast and varied backgrounds from across the south west. “I’ll be helping new and existing clients with any background work and

advice and the Regional Wealth Plus team has an intimate knowledge of the aged care system, investments and Centrelink and can assist with any inquiry. As a long-time resident of the region, Moira is looking forward to developing a rapport with clients from different backgrounds and industries.

"Moira prides herself on building strong relationships with clients and we are thrilled to have her join us." paperwork and answering questions along the way,” said Moira, who has worked in private accounting and local government finance. “I want to make the process as easy as possible for them.” Based in Liebig Street, the team at independently owned Regional Wealth Plus advises clients on areas like superannuation, retirement planning, shares, aged care, redundancy, personal insurance and Centrelink. Many of the areas of advice are intertwined and Regional Wealth Plus offer holistic advice to their clients. Aged Care is also a growing area of

“It’s all about trust,” she said. “At the end of the day we are dealing with people’s livelihoods and we want to get the best results for them. The relationship with a financial planner is a very personal one.” Moira, her husband Damian and their children are heavily involved in local sporting clubs, so her community links are strong. “I’m looking forward to working with Steve, Leanne and Claire,” she said. “They are really positive people and the atmosphere is very welcoming. They are so focused on their clients and providing great service.

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I’m looking forward to helping them expand the business.” Directors of Regional Wealth Plus, and experienced financial advisers Steve Harris and Leanne Dix confirmed that Moira shares the business’s values and passion for client-focused outcomes. “Moira prides herself on building strong relationships with clients and

we are thrilled to have her join us,” said Steve. “As an expanding team, we look forward to continuing to helping clients take back control of their finances and work towards the lifestyle that they desire.” www.regionalwealthplus.com.au www.facebook.com/ regionalwealthplus southwest

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“Warrnambool pretty much has everything you want,” said David. “From the facilities and events to the schools and shopping, we have it all."

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WARRNAMBOOL IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR THIS YOUNG COUPLE WHO HAVE TAKEN ON ONE OF THE TOWN’S BUSIEST HOTELS. "

e wanted a business where you could build relationships with people,” said David Kitto, who runs the Quest apartments in Liebig Street with his partner, Naomi Slape. “We did a lot of research into what we wanted to do and came up with the hotel model. From there we looked around at what was available. We liked the idea of living regionally. When we saw that Quest at Warrnambool was available we came up and had a look around. We instantly fell in love with the city.” David and Naomi, together with their children Ebony, 9 and Jack, 5, haven’t looked back since their relocation from the Mornington Peninsula last year. They already feel embedded in the community. And that’s the way they like it. “Warrnambool pretty much has everything you want,” said David. “From the facilities and events to the schools and shopping, we have it all.

We’ve only returned to Melbourne a few times to see family or attend something special.” David and Naomi have had an interesting past life in business. For 12 years they ran a high end fitness equipment retail franchise with three sites in Melbourne. When they were bought out by a major player, instead of questioning why it happened, they learnt from it and felt empowered to walk away. “It was simply time to get out and try something new,” said David. “I’m glad we had the good sense to let it go.” After a brief stint training as franchisees for the famous family restaurant with the golden arches – “which wasn’t for them” – David and Naomi decided to challenge themselves in the world of accommodation. “It was really important for us to find a job that we both enjoyed,” said David. “We thought about it and agreed that building relationships

with customers was something that as the leisure market, who choose we loved to do the most.” to stay in the 4.5 star clean and When the Quest keys were fresh apartments. As part of this turned over to David and Naomi, vision, they’re currently rolling out a they felt fortunate to step into a refurbishment program. ‘well-oiled’ business. They’re also passionate about “We were careful to integrate our contributing to the local community ideas slowly,” said David. “I think it through their sponsorship with the would have been a mistake to walk Lighthouse Theatre and supporting in and immediately start making various charitable causes. significant changes.” With David Since July last taking care of the year, the couple has simply s a ‘numbers’ and w t I “ tweaked aspects of t e g Naomi working time to the business including behind the scenes y tr sales approaches, out and on the sales, this the overall customer new.” g n i h t couple is working some service experience hard to make their and the quality of dream a reality. presentation throughout the However, it won’t be at the 42 room complex in the city’s CBD. expense of family says David. “Most of our guests are from the “Having skilled and trusted staff corporate market and stay for days, means we can leave if we need to weeks or months,” said David. “We go to something or pop into the take great care to get to know our school,” he said. “We’re at the stage regulars and what they like to get where we have great friends to help out of their stay here. We like to us out. We really love it here, there’s share local knowledge with them.” so much to do and see in our spare Quite simply, David and Naomi time. We intend to stay for the have created a ‘home away from home’ for corporate clients, as well long haul.” southwest

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Tosca Browns

A RUSTIC ESCAPE

Several years ago, then 19-year-old Toby Pinhol came to Australia for a gap year and to “pat a kangaroo”. Today, he’s serving up the ultimate foodie experience at Tosca Browns.

lthough he’s a long way from the UK, the business name keeps Toby linked to his roots. ‘Tosca’ was the name of his family’s pet dog and ‘Browns’ is his favourite family restaurant in London. “At Tosca Browns there are no newspapers or clocks,” said Toby, about the former taxi office.

“I wanted to create a place for people ‘between work and home’. Somewhere where they can come and escape.” In just three years, Toby’s progressed from a 22-year-old who’s never made a ‘proper’ coffee, to the owner of a ragingly popular café/ bar/restaurant that pumps out 55 kilos of coffee each week.

Apart from spending a short, yet customers “five different experiences intensive space of time learning the over five different days.” From bench ropes at some of Victoria’s most seats and a bar made from 300-yearillustrious establishments, Toby is old Scottish elm, to courtyard tables essentially self-taught. that hang from the ceiling “because After his first coffee machine of the wonky floor”, the rustic was plumbed in, he balanced an environment is totally organic. iPad on top of it whilst he learnt As is the food. It’s fresh, seasonal from YouTube how to make and simple. “Our food is all coffee. Since then, he’s s ‘sunshine and flavours’ with i d o o f spent countless hours lots of Mediterranean “Our d n a watching videos herbs and seasoning,” e n i sh all ‘sun and tutorials and he said. “It’s not overly s t with lo ’ s r o reading up on complicated. Every v a fl an e n a r r e great people in mouthful has a bang.” t Medi f o business so he Toby’s strategy nd herbs a can acquire skills for quality assurance is ing.” in food and beverage, simple. Hand a stranger season customer service and staff on the street five bucks and management. ask them to order a coffee from “I’ve worked everything out on my Tosca Browns, without any of his own,” he said. “If I want to know about staff knowing! something like butchering, finance or “You need real feedback about the baking, I just ring up and see if I can whole customer experience,” he said. come in and find out how it’s done.” “I’m always interested in what people Toby’s developed several hang out say. I’ll never be complacent and and dining spaces at Tosca Browns that way the business will always that have the potential to give keep evolving.”

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ARTS Warrnambool Art Gallery Director, Vanessa Gerrans

AFTER 17 years as a winemaker with Brown Brothers, moving to the south coast to support her husband’s farming dream was a big change for Wendy Cameron. But she’s wasted no time getting active in the local community and exploring the fabulous wineries of the Henty. s a second generation winemaker, Wendy has a natural-born affinity with the Australian land and its glorious climatic differences. After 23 years in northern Victoria, she’s totally embracing the coastal lifestyle. “It’s so beautiful here,” said Wendy. “The craters, volcanos, caves and coastlines…it’s just beautiful and I feel, so very underrated.” She and husband Simon – a former vet – purchased their Hexham property three years ago and until last year when Wendy moved down, he was commuting north every weekend. “He always wanted a full time farm,” said Wendy. “He’d been the ‘house husband’ for so long and then, after the children were all gone (the couple has three in their 20s) it was time for him to have a turn.” Wendy said purchasing the 2100 acre farm has given Simon the ability to pursue practices in his specialist field of preventive medicine for sheep. They’re already excelling at their fine wool production; the last load was sold for Italian suits. “The farm was very run down, but that’s what we wanted - land to turn into something better,” she said. “We’ve been planting lots of trees and improving pastures. We plan to create something that’s productive and sustainable and can create jobs and business opportunities - a buzzing little hub of activity.”

The best part about the sea change was the fact that Brown Brothers keenly kept Wendy on as a consultant. After more than a decade as its chief winemaker, Wendy said she would have found it difficult to completely let go of the association. “I now have a random assortment of things going on,” grinned Wendy, who has judged restaurant wine lists for the Gourmet Traveller, Australian and Chinese wine list competitions and is a familiar judge at wine competitions in Australia. “I’ll still be consulting to the Brown Brothers board and bringing in my expertise as oversight at the senior level.” As winemaker and farmer, Wendy is a true woman of the land. She loves living in a country community and has even joined the Timboon Hospital Board. And, naturally, she’s enjoying getting to know the local winemakers. She believes there are “a lot of really good things happening in the Henty region.” “Running a small family winery is really gutsy,” said Wendy, who studied science before winemaking. “You have to take care of everything, from winemaking and accounts to cellar door – all whilst taking care of a family. It’s all-consuming, but, if you get it right, it’s worth the effort.” Wendy Cameron (Master of Wine) is our new wine writer. She’ll talk about what’s new in wine, offer some tips for wine appreciation and take us along on her personal discovery of the region.

‘Why I love what I do’ Vanessa Gerrans is the new Director of Warrnambool Art Gallery. She moved here last September with her husband Paul Minifie - who is an architect and professor at RMIT University - and daughter, Ada, 2. WHAT WAS YOUR PREVIOUS JOB? I was the curator at RMIT Melbourne gallery, displaying best practice art and works by emerging artists to inspire the students.

WHAT DREW YOU TO WAG? WAG is the custodian of a collection of 2,000 works and is the third oldest gallery in Victoria. The works are accessible and engage all the senses. We also have outreach programs that add an exciting educational dimension and we want to enhance these. We’re also in the best location!

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT WARRNAMBOOL? Everyone is involved in something. There’s a lot of community engagement. I also like the historical

dimension; there are so many fascinating stories. I want to use these unique stories to develop the gallery’s identity nationally.

WHAT HAVE YOU CONNECTED WITH? The natural surrounds, especially Tower Hill. I love that you’re guaranteed to see Australian wildlife in a beautiful setting. I also appreciate the indigenous history it has.

WHY DO YOU LOVE ART? There’s something about the depth of meaning that’s embodied in a particular work, particularly in an age of technology where everything moves so fast. Art adds meaning to your life.

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KILLARNEY winemaker Shane Clancey has a pretty cruisy approach to receiving visitors at Basalt Wines.

HEN HE SEES A TRAVELLER ARRIVE AT HIS RUSTIC WINE BAR AMONGST THE VINES, HE’LL POUR A MYSTERY GLASS OF WINE AND PUSH IT ACROSS THE BAR AS THEY WALK IN THE DOOR. “TRY THIS,” HE’LL SAY WITH A CHEEKY GRIN. “I say to them ‘don’t think about it – taste it’,” said Shane. “I gauge their response and then we chat about what they thought of the wine and try some others. I like to take the seriousness out of wine tasting.” There’s no stuff and nonsense at this Spanish influenced bio-dynamic vineyard that essentially produces Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Tempranillo. Shane’s veered right away from the formal cellar door approach and is creating a space where the main focus is “just hanging out.” First and foremost it’s a quirky wine bar – in the true sense of the

term. Shane has an interesting collection of wines, whiskys, gin and cognacs from around the world. Teamed with divine dishes like Shaw River Panir, Skipton Smoked Eel and Potted Duck Rillettes with Foie Gras, you’re in for a full blown culinary treat. Add to this, cool tunes, great coffee, mouth-watering cakes and tapas and there’s plenty happening at this funky little eatery perfectly located on the Princes Highway right next to the Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve. “The figs are off the tree out the front, the salad’s been grown in the old bathtub and our meat is from up the road,” said Shane. “We like to use as much artisan produce as we can get our hands on.” Everyone in the Basalt team plays a part in the boutique winery’s development and growth. On any particular day a staff member could be whipping up a cake, the next they

could be pruning vines or working in 3,000 vines 14 years ago on 1.2ha of the kitchen’s vegie garden. rich, bare ground at Killarney, runs “Tatiana is from Chile and lets the family-orientated business with her imagination run wild with her the support of wife Ali (who has just amazing cakes, desserts and other finished her nursing degree). He also sweet treats, whilst Mark has a vineyard at Drumborg to the barista is very supplement the fruit and seeing passionate about his e v o l keep up with demand. I “ nd a art,” said Shane. y p p “It’s all about f ha my staf “I love seeing my n o i t n creating an overall e t t ir a staff happy and how the experience,” he said. to how their attention l leads i a t e d “Customers often to to detail leads to for our s g n i walk in the door h t great great things for our ” . s r expecting a traditional e customers.” custom wine tasting, but end The down-to-earth up kicking back with Spanish winemaker is in the process of tapas and finishing off with a artisan expanding his establishment with Melbourne coffee, French cognac an all-glass seating area so guests and Cuban cigar. can enjoy the beauty of the vineyard “The kids can run around the at any time of the year, whether paddock and pick apples off the tree, they’re vising for breakfast, lunch or while mum and dad relax with great morning and afternoon tea. It will food and wines. There aren’t many also create more scope for hosting places around here where you can weddings and other functions. The father of three, who planted get all that.” southwest

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WITH WENDY CAMERON a trophy for their Pinot Noir at the Sydney Boutique wine awards, which was a great endorsement for their decision! A deliciously intense Pinot Noir and a very moreish Pinot Gris are their cornerstone wines and, if you can’t tear yourself away, they have Bed and Breakfast facilities available. Prior to the First World War, Tarrington was called Hochkirch (meaning ‘high church’) yet, like many German named towns in Australia, its name was changed after the war. The Nagorcka family, who have been farming in the area since 1870, have kept the name alive through their Hochkirch Winery. Current winemaker John Nagorcka attributes the quality of his grapes and wine to his biodynamic practices, although clearly his very clever winemaking is then able to capture and retain all the characters of these grapes in a very flavoursome Pinot Noir and superbly aromatic Riesling. Henty Estate is nearby and although not open for cellar door sales, it is worth seeking out its wines from

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ESTLED IN THE SOUTH WEST CORNER OF VICTORIA, THE HENTY WINE REGION IS ONE OF THE COOLEST WINE REGIONS IN AUSTRALIA. These cool temperatures throughout the vines' growing season, combined with the long autumn ripening period, enable cool climate grape varieties to flourish. Riesling has been the stand out variety for the region, made famous nationally and internationally by Seppelts’ Drumborg vineyard and the Thomson family Crawford River winery near Condah. These pioneers recognised the region's potential and reintroduced vines in 1964 and

1975 respectively. Many have followed their lead and there are now about 12 vineyards and wineries in which, between them produce an impressive and diverse array of sparkling, rosé, red, white and dessert wine styles from a number of grape varieties including Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, Shiraz and Tempranillo. At Pierrepoint Estate near Tarrington, it seems a stint working at an Israeli winery sparked the interest of Andrew and Jennifer Lacey and, after much searching and researching, Pierrepoint Estate was established. In only their second vintage, they won

specialist wine retailers and provedore shops in the region or online. Spicy and elegant, Henty Estate Shiraz really showcases the diversity and quality of wine styles available from the region. Ten kilometres west of Hamilton, viticulturist Kylie McIntyre and her winemaker husband Martin Slocombe have established Bochara Wines and produce a delicious Gewürztraminer, a Pinot Noir Rosé, as well as Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. Much closer to the coast, just east of Port Fairy, Shane Clancey combines his strong hospitality experience and winemaking at Basalt Winery. A Tempranillo blend is included in the tasting line-up, which is the perfect match for the tempting tapas style lunches made from locally sourced ingredients. It’s been a spectacular experience exploring the region’s wineries, meeting the winemakers and enjoying their hospitality, wines and stories. And, best of all, it’s all in our own backyard. www.hentywineregion.org.au

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FEATURE Fun for All: Volunteers are an essential part of the annual Fun4Kids festival.

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THEY SAY IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD. AND WHEN IT COMES TO PULLING TOGETHER ONE OF VICTORIA’S BIGGEST AND BEST CHILDREN’S FESTIVALS, THE WARRNAMBOOL COMMUNITY GETS ON BOARD.

n its 18th year, the multiaward winning Fun4Kids shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, last year, 450 volunteers turned out to help run the seven-day event that attracted 15,000 visitors from all points of the state. “Put simply, our not-for-profit festival would not run without this level of community support,” said

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volunteer program coordinator, Stephanie Hargreaves. Stephanie said that an exciting emergence from the volunteer program last year was the contribution from the corporate sector. “The feedback from our corporate volunteers was that it was a fantastic bonding and morale building exercise,” said Stephanie.

“They had to organise themselves in a completely different environment. It was also a great opportunity for local businesses to engage with the community and raise their profile.” Stephanie said all volunteer involvement was flexible and the time contributed could range from two to four hours a day. “We like to place our volunteers in an activity area that matches their interests and skill sets,” she said. “This could be an interactive art space, woodworking, face painting, customer service or logistical set up or pack down.”

Last year a team from GMHBA volunteered with Fun4Kids. As part of the organisation’s commitment to supporting local communities, all GMHBA employees are entitled to participate in one volunteering activity each year. Warrnambool Branch Manager Janine Richardson said the branch closed for several hours so staff could run the festival’s hourly cooking sessions. “The team enjoyed the opportunity to get out of the branch and try something different while helping with the running of a great event,”

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said Janine. “Our team certainly got to test out their planning and problem solving skills.” The ultimate winter school holiday family destination, Fun4Kids is a 2.5 acre undercover wonderland of activities and workshops that stimulate all the senses. With something to be enjoyed by children of all ages, families can move through the zones at their own pace as they ‘choose their own adventure’. Australia’s leading children’s entertainers form part of the daily performance schedule, with this year’s line-up including SplashDance, Le Petit Circus, Dinosaur Time Machine, DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda 3 and Taylor Made: A Tribute to Taylor Swift. This year, an exciting multi-artwork

project called ‘Oceanarium’ will be a major drawcard. Featuring the works of four local artists, children will be able to dive deep into an immersive, interactive art experience with glowing fish and giant octopus. Artists partnered with marine biologists at Warrnambool’s Deakin University to make interconnected art spaces mimicking the sensory richness of the region's marine world. This year’s Fun4Kids will run from Sunday June 26 until Saturday July 2.

For a full program and to buy tickets, visit www.fun4kids.com.au For more information about volunteering, please contact shargreaves@warrnambool. vic.gov.au or call (03) 5559 4834.

Wash Your Kids in Orange Juice with Peter Combe Friday, July 1 and Saturday, July 2 Multi-award winning icon of Australian children’s music, capturing the imagination of both young and old with his funny, inspirational and irresistibly catchy songs.

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attending from across western Victoria. “Emma & Tom’s employs around 50 people and distribute their product to 2,000 outlets across Australia,” FEATURE A CAPTIVATING said Liz. “They are just coming out of SCHEDULE OF INTERACTIVE their start-up phase and entering a WORKSHOPS LED BY LOCAL stage of growth, so their story will be INDUSTRY LEADERS AND fascinating to anyone at any point of BUSINESS EXPERTS FROM ACROSS their business journey.” THE SOUTH WEST. In the early 2000s, Tom Griffith Topics will include digital was on a ski trip in North America marketing, branding, sales, when he noticed that all the local customer service as well as startcafés stocked natural whole fruit up information like business smoothies that not only planning, finance, branding tasted great, they were l and innovation. e wil absent of artificial “Ther zens There will also o d e colors, flavors, b be dozens of trade also e d a preservatives or r displays and of t d n concentrates. He interactive exhibits. ys a ispla d made a mental note e “Last year about activ of it, as he had never inter 100 people attended its.” come across it in the inaugural BizFest,” exhib Australia. said event coordinator When sharing this ‘lightLiz (Pam) Fowler. “The event is bulb’ new business moment with specifically designed to help owners childhood friend Emma Welsh, they and operators gain new ideas, be decided there was a gap to fill in the inspired and network amongst market. Dreams and conversations each other. It also aims to help turned into planning and they both them grow their business, gain a accumulated their savings to fulfil better understanding of the support their desire to bring super premium available and improve their business whole fruit smoothies - with management capacity.” functional botanicals like spirulina, She said the much anticipated Siberian ginseng and stinging nettle – presentation by two of Australia’s to Australians. most successful business people, At BizFest, Tom and Emma Tom Griffith and Emma Welsh, would will share some of their business undoubtedly inspire business owners

approaches, like how they develop close relationships with orchardists, how they deal with suppliers and the secret to managing café clients. They’ll also talk about why there is a solution to every problem if you just “communicate”. “We’re pretty straight up and honest about the realities of starting a business from scratch,” said Tom. “We spend a lot of time talking to people about what they’re doing, whether its muesli bars, hamburgers or fruit juice. We’re all fast moving businesses and all eager to take our share of the market. There’s a lot of

power and strength in our industry and it’s very collaborative." The power duo will also touch on other reasons for being in business, like corporate citizenship. “There’s also a joy in having different relationships, from those working out what goes into the drinks to the people who drive the vans. We are all real people.” BizFest is a home-grown event as part of Victorian Government’s Small Business Festival. To book your spot, email liz@o2media.com.au.

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• Karina Hogan - Work/Life Balance • Karen Foster - Personal Branding • o2 Media - Social Media for Dummies • Angela Runganga - Leadership Plus a wealth of other local presenters! Check out the website for updates www.o2bizfest.co

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“Lyndoch’s vision of ‘recognising each person for the individual that they are’ resonates deeply with me.” BEING AT THE HELM OF ONE OF THE REGION’S MOST PROGRESSIVE AGED CARE FACILITIES IS A LABOUR OF LOVE FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE, DOREEN POWER.

oreen, who has more than 35 years’ experience in the health sector, was appointed the top job at Lyndoch last year. Originally from Melbourne, Doreen has held executive management and clinical roles across complex health services including acute, aged care and community health for organisations like Northern Health and Seymour Health. A quality surveyor/coordinator with the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards, Doreen cares about every detail of lifestyle and living at Lyndoch. Person centred care is her passion and she’s a firm

quality of care and services,” said Doreen. “It’s a challenging time for the sector, but will only make us more determined to continue our mission to be a leader in aged care.” Doreen said some exciting developments were underway at Lyndoch, including the master plan and feasibility study, in line with the 2014 service plan.

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advocate for ensuring that the very keeps progressing in line with the best services are delivered across the demands of seniors who choose to organisation. retire here in Warrnambool,” she said. “Lyndoch’s vision of ‘recognising “These options will continue to be each person for the individual that they are’ "There will be more focus on consumer choices and resonates deeply with me,” said Doreen. “My goal is to improving quality of care and services." continue to strive to provide explored as we move forward with the residents with the specific services, “This is also timely given the master planning. care and support they need to enjoy future models of care will provide our “Our focus is on the residents, a dignified, fulfilling and rewarding customers with greater choices over their lifestyle and how they can lifestyle.” the design and delivery of the care Doreen said aged care and community services were currently going through intense changes. “There will be more focus on consumer choices and improving

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A new era for local business SHB Business and Wealth Advisers is proud to announce it is joining forces with two local business stalwarts.

The Partners of SHB Business and Wealth Advisers: Back L-R Jeff Hill, Simon Dawson, Barry Brooks Front L-R Leigh Johnson, Brendan Drummond, and Mark Bowles

New and familiar faces at SHB Business and Wealth Advisers

The partners and staff are delighted to welcome Greg Wormald (OzPlan Financial Services) and Michael Lynch ( Michael Lynch Accounting) to the SHB Business and Wealth Advisers family.

We’re moving! From July 1, 2016, SHB Business and Wealth Advisers will operate from new premises at 78 Henna Street, Warrnambool.

This move will bring certainty for my clients for the future.” GREG WORMALD

Our merger with SHB is all about finding the right ‘fit’ for my clients.” MICHAEL LYNCH

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to ensure his clients had expanded ONG-TIME LOCAL, SHB BUSINESS AND WEALTH access to expertise in a rapidly ADVISERS, IS SET TO changing world. JOIN FORCES WITH TWO OF “With constant change in taxation WARRNAMBOOL’S LEADING law, superannuation, social security ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL and technology, I felt there was a PLANNING FIRMS. need to provide my clients with As of July 1, Michael Lynch expanded access and support. Accounting and OzPlan Financial “This merger is all about finding Services will merge with SHB. the right ‘fit’ for my clients.” The new-look business will see The move also sees stalwart Jim SHB leave its long-held Raglan Sawyer begin the process of Parade offices to take up transitioning out of the residence in the former SHB partnership after State Government e b o 26 years. t xcited buildings at 78 e m ’ I “I will remain “ xt Henna Street, f the ne o t r at SHB on a a p a Warrnambool. B.” H S r o part-time basis f r OzPlan Financial chapte and genuinely look Planning’s Greg forward to continuing Wormald said that for the relationships I have him the move was all about built over the past 26 years, “ assuring greater certainty for his Mr Sawyer said. staff and clients. “Working with clients is the part “This move will bring certainty for I really enjoy – it’s where I feel I can my clients for the future and a great make the most difference. work/life balance for myself and for “But I’m also looking forward to my staff,” Mr Wormald said. having a little more time with the “It’s an exciting time to be joining grandchildren and perhaps doing a with SHB Business and Wealth bit more community volunteering. Advisers – a business whose “I’m excited to be a part of the philosophies and culture very much next chapter for SHB.” align with my own.” SHB Business and Wealth After 18 years running his own accounting practice, Michael Lynch Advisers opens the doors of its new said he believed the time had come Henna Street offices on July 1.

Naturopathy looks at the body as a whole, aiming to treat the cause of disease, not simply masking the symptoms.

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S THE WEATHER TURNS COLD we see an increase in infections like the common cold, influenza, tonsillitis, rhinitis, respiratory and sinus infections. Because Naturopathy considers the body as a whole - aiming to treat the cause of disease rather than masking the symptoms – preventative medicine is important, particularly for those who are stressed or have a poor diet. VITAMIN C Vitamin C should be consumed regularly in our diets, as our bodies can’t synthesise it. It’s a great antioxidant and boosts the immune system. It can be used to prevent and treat common colds and, studies show that Vitamin C absorption actually increases with a common cold, so make sure you up your dose when you’re unwell. Sources: Citrus fruits, capsicum, strawberries, kiwi, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower. ZINC Zinc is essential for the development and function of immune cells and can inhibit the replication of viruses in the body. Coffee, iron, folate and calcium can reduce the absorption of Zinc as well as some medications. Sources: eggs, meats, seafood, tofu and green beans.

ANDROGRAPHIS Andrographis paniculata is very effective when relieving symptoms of a common cold, upper respiratory tract infections and sore throats. During an acute infection your GP may encourage an increased dose, however the andrographis can interact with some medications so double check with them about this. ECHINACEA When you first notice signs and symptoms of infection, start taking Echinacea! Echinacea is a great immune stimulant and offers antiviral and anti-fungal actions. Research shows that it not only helps to treat infections, it can also be taken as a preventative treatment of the common cold. Hider Health & Vitality offers ‘acute consultations’ for when these infections are present, which is a shorter consult using nutritional supplements and herbal medicine. Be sure to mention this when making your appointment. Sarah Porter is a qualified Naturopath, practicing at Hider Health & Vitality, Warrnambool. She specialises in women’s and children’s health and is completing her Masters in Reproductive Medicine. southwest

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RAEME COWAN, Australia’s main expert in building a ‘thriving tribe’ - a workplace that places equal priority on performance and wellbeing - will share his knowledge at a highly interactive workshop hosted by Community Southwest in Warrnambool on July 13. As a Director of R U OK? and, as someone who has suffered long term depression, Graeme knows first-hand how stress can impact on the health and wellbeing of staff and affect their productivity. He’ll offer workshop participants relevant tips and advice about how to create rituals that improve mood and performance at work. He will also show how to develop the skills and mindset needed to help those with a low mood and ultimately how to engage and motivate the tribe. “This seminar will be extremely valuable for employers and

workplace leaders from all industries across the region, especially in a time of unprecedented change and uncertainty in the workplace,” said Community Southwest Executive Officer, Richard Zerbe. “It’s important

to create a resilient and engaged workforce that is optimistic and can sustain performance.” Richard said that the highly sought after guest speaker would explain how to create a tribe that outperforms, outlasts and outmanoeuvres. “Graeme will also present research evidence that supports this approach and use many real life examples to illustrate his recommendations,” said Richard. Graeme Cowan was in the culture change division with Morgan and Banks and has worked in senior

“Graeme is quite simply a thought leader. He has utilised the lessons gained during a personally horrific time to guide, teach, inspire, and coach millions of Australians. He is passionate about improving the mental health of Australian workplaces.”

leadership positions with - Nataly Bovopolous, Deputy CEO, Johnson & Johnson and Mental Health First Aid Australia Pfizer. He is the author of three books in the Back group and beyond, influencing from the Brink series and the recently regional policy and having a say in released Thriving Naturally. community development activities This seminar is one of many across the south west.” events regularly hosted by Members include Western Community Southwest - an alliance Region Alcohol and Drug Centre of 15 incorporated, non-government, (WRAD), Western District not-for-profit organisations in south Employment Access (WDEA), west Victoria. Brophy Family and Youth Services, Through informative events Southern Way, Mpower, Cooinda, about health and wellbeing, as South West Credit, Worn Gundidj well as social inclusion initiatives, Enterprises, STAY Residential Community Southwest's mission Services, Lifeline South West, 3 is to help develop sustainable and WAY FM, Women’s Health and resilient local communities across Wellbeing, Lyndoch Living, Kyeema the region. and Mulleraterong. The not-for-profit organisation invests a good deal of time building and strengthening partnerships in To book a place at the seminar, local communities, added Richard. please call 0448 505 885. “We are committed to sharing www.communitysouthwest.com knowledge and skills within the

Creating Thriving Tribes Workshop Building leadership resilience, engagement, and performance Seminar presenter: Graeme Cowan, Author and Professional Speaker

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HE FIRST SESSION WITH A LIFE COACH CAN UNEARTH SOME PRETTY INTERESTING AND POIGNANT INFORMATION. A Lifestyle Catalyst Session (LCS), this initial download of information, often gives clients a feeling of hope, possibility and a clearer picture of how their life can be different. Through questions, listening and reflection, a life coach can help clients identify what’s important personally and professionally and what they want to change. We look at any stops, blocks and challenges and types of support the individual may need to achieve the lifestyle transformation they seek. In some cases, a LCS can delightfully reveal that you are in fact on the ‘right track’ to achieving your goals, but you might just need a little help to recognise it! This recently happened to ‘Jane’, who primarily came to me because she was unhappy, disconnected and depressed. As we talked, she disclosed that she’d moved to the region a few months ago and had progressed with a company into a satisfactory role. When she recalled that this was a lifestyle goal

GET BACK TO YOUR GOALS that she’d set five years ago, it was a like a spark went off! Jane discovered that she’d been so caught up in negotiating the ‘speed humps of life’ and feeling overwhelmed in the moment that she couldn’t recognise that she was in fact moving forward, just as she’d planned! The LCS session gave Jane tremendous clarity and she’s now pumped for new possibilities, dreams and desires. Her mindset had totally changed. Just like Jane, sometimes we can all feel like we’re treading water and just ‘surviving’; it’s hard to notice the good things happening around you. Time spent with a life coach is just one way you can positively shift your focus and change your reality. THE FIRST FIVE PEOPLE TO RING KARINA ON 0419 597 571 AND MENTION THIS ARTICLE WILL RECEIVE A FREE LCS VALUED AT $175. Karina Hogan is a Life Coach with a Dip of Life Coaching, a NLP Practitioner and a Public Speaker. She runs Transformational Retreats, Hands On Workshops and 1:1 Life Coaching. www.karinahogan.com.au. This is part two of her four-part series.

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2. Next, assign a benefit to each of those features. This exercise asks you to consider your features from your customers’ point of views. If we continue with our hair salon example… • Knowledge of latest style cuts (feature) MEANS THAT clients have access to the latest styles and looks (benefit). • No booking required (feature) MEANS THAT there is more convenience for clients (benefit). • Free neck, shoulder and head massage for all clients (feature) MEANS THAT clients have a memorable and relaxing experience (benefit).

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If you’re having trouble with this exercise, ask your customers for their help! What problem are you solving for them? 3. Now consider each of these benefits and highlight those that are UNIQUE to your business – that is, the benefits that nobody else in your industry offers. This requires a relatively detailed knowledge of your competitors. 4. Repeat each of the steps above for all your products and services. Notice anything that really stands out? In our example, the free massage service could be extrapolated as the Unique Selling Proposition. This is something that this business offers that nobody else does. Over time, a clever marketing campaign that focuses on this unique service could ensure your business really stands out and becomes famous for its wonderful massage service.

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LEASE OR BUY? WHAT’S BEST FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

FOR ANY BUSINESS, finding new premises to move into can be challenging. Making sure the location, zoning, size and fit-out of the property suits your needs is essential. Then there’s the question of lease or buy to add to the mix. So how do you decide what’s best for your business?

THE RENT VS INTEREST REPAYMENTS DYNAMIC

An important financial factor to consider is whether you can save more in the short-term by buying a commercial property. With historically low interest rates, there are many examples at the moment where the interest repayments on buying a property are less, or, at least on par with renting. In this respect, it could make sense to buy a more permanent address.

WHERE IS YOUR CAPITAL BEST SPENT?

Even when the numbers add up for investing in your own premises, will you still have the capital you need to help your company grow? Depending on the type of business you have, success may rely on investing your capital in human resources, stock, marketing or technology. Talk to your accountant or financial adviser about how the potential return from your property purchase measures up against the value added by investing the same capital into growing your business.

BUY THROUGH YOUR SMSF

When having this conversation with your advisers, they’re likely to bring up the Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) path to owning your business premises. In basic terms, business owners can use their SMSF to fund a commercial property purchase. Their company leases the property giving the business all the benefits of a permanent location and bringing a steady return to the SMSF.

WEIGH UP THE RISKS

For business owners who want the stability of owning their location without buying up a big chunk of operating capital, the SMSF solution may sound like a win-win scenario. It does however, need to be balanced against the risk of having a substantial part of your retirement portfolio invested in a single property. Renting can reduce risk when having flexibility in your business location is important. For some companies who plan to grow, being tied down to their location through ownership can prove restrictive especially if a change of circumstance or fresh opportunities arise.

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Sunday June 26 to Saturday July 2 Civic Green, Warrnambool The ultimate winter school holiday family destination, Fun4Kids is a 2.5 acre undercover wonderland of activities and workshops, also featuring live shows from Australia’s best acts. For a full program and to buy tickets, Visit: www.fun4kids.com.au 32 southwest

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AS DAUNTING AS IT NEEDS TO BE. IN FACT, IT CAN BE A RELATIVELY STRAIGHT FORWARD PROCESS. Properties are usually listed for Auction, Private Sale or Tender. Each of these will either entail a set price or a price guide. To make an offer, it’s always best you know your financial situation; what you’re comfortable with and what you deem fair and fit for the property. WHEN YOU MAKE AN OFFER AN AGENT OR VENDOR WILL NEED TO KNOW THE FOLLOWING: • • • • •

Offered amount That you’ve reviewed the Section 32 (Vendor Statement) Settlement (when you’d take possession of the property) Deposit (how much you’ll pay as a deposit to secure the property) Conditions

THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS AN OWNER MAY RECEIVE ARE: • • •

Subject to finance (loan approval from a lender) Subject to building and pest inspection (this can also be done prior to submitting an offer) Subject to Sale (where you need to sell your own home before paying and settling on the purchased property)

As a purchaser, the ability to secure a property is in making your offer as attractive and secure as possible to any Vendor. Before you make an offer, speak to a bank or broker, potentially have a builder cast an eye over the property, have a couple of inspections and focus on both positives and negatives that the property offers you. Once an offer is made, it’s up to the Agent or Vendor as to when they may indicate the success or failure of the offer. Sometimes time may be required or, sometimes you will be given an indication instantly. Some purchasers may place a time limit with how long their offer may be tabled for. Like most things in life, there are pros and cons. If you’re purchasing, then make sure you do your due diligence with the property. Or, if you’re a Vendor, then take careful consideration of any offer you may receive.

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RKING FAMILY with Chris Allsop

HEY MUM? This is thirty-something years too late but thank you for always putting food in my lunchbox. You must have fumed when I whinged about vegemite sandwiches instead of honey or jam. Nutrition wasn’t really my five-year-old forte and I had no appreciation for the stress of getting that little box of daily nourishment ready before work. But now? Oh Mum, thank you. A MILLION TIMES OVER, THANK YOU.

N THE WHOLE, I’D SAY MY WIFE AND I ARE PRETTY GOOD AT PACKING THE BOYS’ LUNCHBOXES. They’re delicious, nutritious, and more often than not, empty when they come home. But thirty-something years from now, I’m not expecting a nice little message like this. Not because we don’t deserve it, but because I forgot to pack my recently-turnedfive-year-old’s lunchbox. Twice. In one week. In my defense, my Mum wasn’t always the perfect packer of a prepared lunch. There was that time in Grade 3 when she put everything in except the sandwich itself. I was conflicted. Should I have been worried about not having a sandwich or celebrating not having to eat whole grain bread with crusts still on? Thankfully I’d stolen $2

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from her bedside table (sorry Mum) and was able to buy a packet of chips, two Fizzos and a Chuppa Chup from the canteen. When Hamish started kinder earlier this year, I was optimistic. Make a sandwich, cut some fruit, fill a drink bottle (with water, convenient), stick it in a box and then in his bag. Sadly, freshly-five-yearold Hamish has been going through a particularly bad bout of horribilus reallycantbestuffeddus, an affliction more commonly found in teenagers, and getting him ready in the morning has been harder than ever. Lunchboxes have accidentally started playing second fiddle to sending him out with pants on. Sometimes, while I’m lying exhausted on the couch when the boys are finally in bed, I like to imagine other families with conveyor

belt kitchen benches. Before they go to bed they have a loaf of bread on the bench. Apples are carefully stacked in a little pyramid, and a chopping board waits with a little sticky note helpfully reminding that the vegemite and margarine are on the right hand side of the top shelf of the fridge, just behind last night’s leftovers. There’s even a Lazy Susan spinning with different size containers to choose from. If you’re one of these people then I applaud you and you’re welcome at my house any evening you like. But back to last week. I was ahead of the curve until Hamish’s younger brother got his head stuck between the uprights of the staircase. He popped out easily enough with a little twisting and a lot of dishwashing liquid, but the timeline damage was done. Well behind schedule we

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grabbed the bags, jumped in the car, buckled belts, checked for shoes on feet and drove off, leaving Hamish’s lunchbox on the bench. The same thing happened two days later, the only difference being a tantrum over a missing matchbox car. Thankfully, both times the kinder sympathetically called to let me know my child was concerned about the absence of a Tupperware tub of tastiness. In a way I’m impressed that there was a well prepared lunchbox at home, ready to be delivered. Go me. So have I learned my lesson? Hopefully. These two days have been burned into my memory. I’ve also discovered that it helps if you have a big sign on the inside of your door that says “Lunchbox in the bag today?” Thank you, Friendly Door Sign. Yes, yes I have put his lunchbox in his bag. Today.

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FROM MAKING ICE-CREAM TO BEE-KEEPING, SOUTH WEST TAFE IS OFFERING A SERIES OF HOBBY, LEISURE AND LIFESTYLE SHORT COURSES FOCUSING ON ‘THE THINGS WE LOVE’.

he exciting and diverse schedule of affordable short courses will also cover subjects like setting up a Bed and Breakfast, cooking Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, corporate team building and even how to debunk your iPhone. Short course coordinator Steve Hoy said the lifestyle-oriented courses were in addition to TAFE’s traditional core short courses and would continue to expand over time in response to community demand. He said the courses were a great example of the energetic collaboration between TAFE and industry experts, who’ll be imparting their knowledge to keen participants. Experts include Tim Marwood from Timboon Fine Ice Cream, who’ll help run a short course on ice-cream making, and Jayaweera ‘Bundy’ Bandara from Fish Tales in Warrnambool, who’ll teach the art of making curry. Steve said the courses, which would be delivered on campus, could range from three hours a day, to a full day, or possibly even longer. “The courses will bring more industry representatives to TAFE and attract course participants who may not have been here before,” “With great facilities and support staff, students

will have a wonderful opportunity to learn about what they’re really passionate about.” Steve said he was always keen to develop ideas with regional businesses that have a specific skill to share. “Hospitality and food are always popular choices, so we are keen to look at new opportunities in this field,” he said. “Likewise, we are always open to all ideas from industry experts and potential students. I'd welcome anyone to get in touch to discuss potential opportunities." South West TAFE will continue to offer its broad selection of core short courses covering Responsible Serving of Alcohol, safe food handling, first aid, OH&S, high risk work, computers and technology, construction, hair and beauty, wellness and motorcycle training and licensing. TAFE now has an easy-to-use online enrolment and payment system. You can even purchase gift vouchers for short courses! For further information about becoming a course participant or being part of course delivery, please visit swtafe.vic.edu.au or call 1300 648 911.

Safe Food Handling Tuesday, June 14 9am – 3pm | Cost: $120 Health & Safety Representatives Initial OHS Training Course Monday, June 20 – Friday, June 24 8.30am – 4.30pm | Cost: $950 Construction Induction (Portland Campus) Tuesday, June 21 8am – 3pm | Cost: $195 Health & Safety Representatives Refresher OHS Training Course Tuesday, June 28 8.15am – 4.30pm | Cost: $325 JULY COURSES Work Safely at Heights Monday, July 11 8am – 5pm | Cost: $290 Stress Management Wednesdays from July 20 to August 17 5.30pm – 7.30pm | Cost: $70

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