FIFTY+SA Issue 07

Living legend Evelyn Roth Mandy Hall’s kitchen

Branching out with Tim Jarvis

Following an electrifying start to 2024, kicking off with Adelaide’s unparalleled festival season, including the remarkable Fringe and Adelaide Festivals, it’s hard to imagine what more Adelaide has in store for us for the rest of the year. Yet, the city continues to deliver.

In the pipeline, we eagerly anticipate the winter season of Illuminate Adelaide, the forthcoming SALA Festival, and of course the alwaysfabulous Cabaret Festival—all of which you can find out more about in the pages of this issue of FIFTY+SA.

In this edition, we also turn our focus to the exceptional Evelyn Roth, a dynamic icon of South Australia, celebrated for her founding of Nylon Zoo and esteemed reputation as a local community artist. With her name synonymous with Maslin’s Beach and beyond, Evelyn’s story is a testament to her pioneering spirit. From her groundbreaking work in recycled fashion and wearable art during the ‘70s to her collaborative endeavours with Pitjantjatjara communities in the ‘80s, and ongoing large-scale art installations and residencies worldwide, her life’s work is truly a remarkable and eclectic collection of creativity and innovation. Coupled with her daily yoga practice, mindfulness, and dedicated community involvement, Evelyn’s impact is nothing short of inspirational.

Our brand new Art and Culture writer, songstress Libby O’Donovan, sits down with 2024 Cabaret Festival Artistic Director Virginia Gay to talk all things Cab Fest, how the event has been pieced together, and some of the exciting lineup and surprises we have in store for us this year. We also meet Indigenous artist and opal miner George Cooley and dive into the connection to country he explores in his stunning works.

This issue truly is a testament to the creativity and diversity that make Adelaide truly remarkable. Enjoy the read, and may it inspire you to embrace the spirit of innovation and community that defines our city.

Tom Archontidis, Publisher

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Transforming Winter with Art, Light, and Music

Illuminate Adelaide 2024

Set for its fourth year as a favourite on South Australia’s major events calendar, Illuminate Adelaide will once again transform winter with an all-new curated program of art, light, music and technology to attract visitors to the CBD in the traditionally quieter month of July.

Celebrating the intersection between art, light, music and technology, Illuminate Adelaide will transform the city’s existing venues, spaces and hidden gems to cast them in a whole new light.

Illuminate is evolving this season by presenting all new events in key venues across the city such as Adelaide Botanic Garden, Adelaide Zoo and featuring a new free City Lights program illuminating the CBD with installations, projections and surprises from artists all over the world.

For the first time the major elements in the program will launch together allowing visitors to experience all the highly anticipated events on each of the three weekends.

Dine by Firelight

This special pop-up dining experience was curated and created by lauded Restaurant Botanic executive chef Justin James.

For three weeks only, thousands of handcrafted giant firepots, kinetic sculptures, live music and candlelit arched pathways will bring warmth and a mesmerising firelight transformation to the Adelaide Botanic Garden in this specially commissioned work. Filled with flaming delights and elemental forces, this premiere twilight event promises a feast for the senses. Relish the chance to blaze your own trail, and marvel at the transformation of the natural environment.

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WHERE: Adelaide Botanic Garden Main Gate (via North Terrace)

Dale Chihuly's Spectacular Exhibition Blooms in Adelaide Botanic Garden

Prepare to be enchanted as the Adelaide Botanic Garden becomes the canvas for the breathtaking masterpieces of world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. In an Australianfirst, Chihuly will unveil his stunning outdoor exhibition from September 27, 2024, to April 29, 2025, treating visitors to a visual feast of colour, light, and imagination.

Celebrated for pushing the boundaries of glass artistry, Dale Chihuly's creations transcend mere craftsmanship to become extraordinary works of fine art. With a career spanning decades, Chihuly's innovative approach to glassblowing has captivated audiences worldwide. Now, Adelaide joins the prestigious ranks of cities hosting Chihuly's Garden Cycle exhibitions, following the footsteps of London's Kew Gardens and Singapore's Gardens by the Bay.

Returning to Adelaide after more than two decades, Dale Chihuly expresses his delight at showcasing his work in the picturesque setting of the Botanic Garden. "Adelaide Botanic Garden offers so many rich colours and textures—the ideal environment for the placement of my work,"

says Chihuly. "I look forward to sharing this new exhibition with the Adelaide and South Australian community."

Spanning the seasons from spring to autumn, the exhibition promises a dynamic experience against the ever-changing backdrop of nature. As the lush botanical landscape evolves, visitors will witness Chihuly's sculptures come to life amidst the blossoms, sunshine, and autumnal foliage. From the vibrant hues of spring to the warm tones of autumn, each season offers a new perspective on Chihuly's glass artworks.

“Adelaide Botanic Garden offers so many rich colours and textures— the ideal environment for the placement

of my work.”

In addition to the exhibition, visitors can enjoy special night events, tours, and educational partnerships that enhance the Chihuly experience. With free entry to the exhibition, the Botanic Garden invites the community to embrace the transformative power of art and nature. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the magic of Dale Chihuly's glass sculptures in the heart of Adelaide.

Ritual and Folklore At SALA

SALA Festival is an annual celebration of South Australian living visual artists. Held every August, thousands of artists exhibit in hundreds of venues throughout metropolitan and regional South Australia.

This year’s SALA Featured Artist is Julia Robinson, a South Australian visual artist working in the fields of sculpture and installation. Julia’s work reflects an interest in pre-Christian rituals and calendrical customs relating to fertility and the cycle of the seasons, and by extension, cycles of growth and decay. Julia creates objects that sit at the intersection of folklore, ritual and folk horror.

Julia’s work will feature on the SALA poster, cover of the printed program and Julia will be the subject of the 2024 South Australian Living Artists Publication, which will be penned by Leigh Robb, Hannah Kent and emerging writer Jess Taylor. SALA is also working with a number of talented South Australian artists; Nicole Black and James Dodd’s artwork will feature on the SALA Skoda cars which will be zipping around Adelaide during the festival.

Georgia Cheeseman’s work will feature on the SALA merchandise, available online, and when you’re shopping at Foodland during August make sure to pick up one of the colourful SALA shopping bags with printed artwork by Amanda Westley, Eliza Koch and Lucinda Penn.

The 2024 SALA Festival will take place from August 1 to 31.

A Taste of France

Adelaide is set to experience the charm of the French Alps with the upcoming Raclette Igloo Experience at Festival Plaza from May 10 to June 9. Imagine cosying up in a charming igloo, indulging in a traditional Raclette feast featuring mouthwatering melted cheese, cured meats, and all the fixings.

As you arrive you’ll be greeted by gentle "snow," the inviting scent of mulled wine, and the magical glow of fairy lights, setting the stage for an enchanting evening. Each of the 14 igloos, named after iconic French ski destinations, provides an intimate setting for you and your fellow fans du fromage.

Get ready for a cheese extravaganza with up to 2kg of Raclette cheese, sourced directly from the French Alps, accompanied by an array of cured meats, boiled potatoes, pickled onions, and cornichons. And to elevate the experience, each guest will receive a glass of mulled wine, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, perfectly complementing the Raclette feast. For those seeking more, a mini bar stocked with French wines and beverages is available for purchase.

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Ken Hall Plumbers

Leading the Way Beyond Plumbing

Since its inception in 1983, Ken Hall Plumbers has become synonymous with trust, quality, and excellence in South Australia. What began as a single tradesman’s ambition has now turned into a celebrated story of success, service, and innovation, marking a commendable 40-year journey in the trades industry. As Ken Hall Plumbers commemorates this milestone, it's not just about looking back at the achievements but also forging ahead with expansions and diversifications that reflect the company’s adaptive ethos and forward-thinking vision.

Ken Hall, the founder, recalls the early days when technology was not a facilitator but a challenge. With no internet or mobile phones, the initial operations were run with a basic answering machine, which was a staple in that era. But it was the human touch, the commitment to quality service, and the ability to evolve with changing times that have been the cornerstone of the business’s growth.

Over four decades, the company has flourished, transcending the barriers of technological evolution and customer expectations. The dedication to inhouse expertise has always been a prominent feature of Ken Hall’s business model. Every tradesperson is a direct employee, ensuring that the quality of work is consistent and that every project reflects the company’s high standards. This approach has led to the creation of a robust workforce of over 154 skilled professionals and the operation of a fleet of 124 vehicles.

“Recognising the evolving needs of their clients and the market, the company is expanding its range of services to encompass a comprehensive suite of solutions beyond plumbing.”

With a robust foundation in plumbing, Ken Hall Plumbers is not resting on its laurels. Recognising the evolving needs of their clients and the market, the company is expanding its range of services to encompass a comprehensive suite of solutions beyond plumbing. The expansion into electrical services, roofing solutions, and other general trades is a strategic move, transforming the company into a one-stop-shop for home maintenance and trade services.

Home maintenance is at the forefront of Ken Hall's service expansion. Much like the preventive measures in healthcare, the company emphasises the importance of regular maintenance to ensure the longevity and optimal condition of properties. The introduction of electrical and other trades services is a reflection of this belief. By offering gutter cleaning, drain cleaning, and servicing of gas heaters, evaporative air conditioners, hot water systems and much more, Ken Hall Plumbers ensures that every aspect of home maintenance is covered, preventing potential issues before they become problematic.

As Ken Hall Plumbers ventures into the regions of Adelaide, it’s not just about increasing their physical presence but also about extending their trusted services to more communities. This expansion signifies the company’s commitment to meet and exceed customer expectations, providing reliable and diverse services in new horizons.

The expansion strategy aligns with the company’s core values of fostering enduring relationships and providing reliable solutions. It’s about understanding the unique needs of each customer and

Mercedes College Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow

Mercedes College is co-educational school for Reception to Year 12 students, based on one Campus in Springfield. Founded in 1954, the College has grown and thrived over the past 70 years, to become a leading International Baccalaureate (IB) world school.

Situated on 6.5 hectares of lush, green gardens, the Campus sits at the base of the Adelaide foothills, overlooking sweeping views of the city and the stunning South Australian coastline.

The College has a reputation for a strong sense of community and lived values, which encourages students to flourish in all aspects of their learning experience. Mercedes College promotes the education of the whole person, emphasising intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth through all domains of knowledge.

This year, the College will open their new high-performance Arts and Sports Precinct, which will provide state-of-the-art spaces for learning, training, playing, performing, and coming together as a community.

offering tailored, individualised solutions. The trust that the Ken Hall brand has cultivated over the years is the impetus behind every new service introduced, and every area expanded into.

"Staying at the forefront of the market necessitates embracing change," asserts Renato Novi, Marketing Manager at Ken Hall Plumbers. "Ken Hall has instilled this as a core principle of our operations. Our proactive approach to adopting new technologies and branching out into additional trades is a testament to that. It's how we continue to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers. Keep an eye out this year—we have some thrilling announcements on the way that underscore our commitment to innovation and leadership in the industry."

The 40+ years of Ken Hall's journey is not just a reflection of past accomplishments but also a stepping stone into a future of expanded services and continued excellence. The company’s legacy, built on a foundation of quality service and customer satisfaction, is set to grow even stronger as they embrace new challenges and opportunities. For Ken Hall Plumbers, the commitment to Adelaide and its residents remains unwavering, ensuring that every home and every client receives the high standard of service they are known for, now across a broader spectrum of trades services.

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This focus on delivering an engaging educational experience, has inspired artists, explorers, scientists, actors and musicians for more than seven decades.

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With a design inspired by the College’s beautiful surroundings and the grounds’ botanical nature, this highly anticipated facility will connect the school’s heritage with the future through contemporary style and functionality.

A student’s journey at Mercedes College, will be marked with milestones of personal achievement and academic development, building character, resilience and leadership skills, for life.

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The expansion

From Broadway Stars to Local Legends ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024

By Libby O’Donovan OAM

Adelaide Cabaret Festival Highlights

June 7-22, 2024

For over 20 years the Adelaide Cabaret Festival has delighted, enthralled and fascinated Adelaide audiences, making our wintery June the hottest month of the cabaret calendar year. This year’s program is a full platter of artistic variety that directly reflects the incredible breadth of talent of the 2024 Artistic Director, Virginia Gay.

With her signature energy and enthusiasm, Virginia talks about her desire to explore the broad church of cabaret, the importance of honouring the great cabaret titans and tips on how she will stay energised through the three weekends of ‘beguiling chaos’.

“I wanted it to be inclusive, diverse, queer, joyful and a space of great celebration and community.”

“I have been all over the globe looking at fringe festivals, cabaret festivals and live music festivals. Alex Sinclair (Executive producer of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival) and I have been piecing the program together over months and months. I wanted

it to be inclusive, diverse, queer, joyful and a space of great celebration and community. Really, we are looking for world class talent. When we ask people from across the world to be a part of it, It’s really exciting because I get half way through my sentence and they have already heard about the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, and they want in! It is a testament to the incredible legacy of past Artistic Directors, programming directors and the wonderful audiences.”

Traditionally the revelation of the incoming Artistic Director is made on the final night of the festival, however Gay was announced as the 2024 Artistic Director in the middle of last year’s Cabaret Festival.

“I am first and foremost a fan of this festival. I said to the team, would it be okay if we announced me earlier because I want people to be able to talk to me in the foyers, I want people to know that this is a line of communication that is open.”

“The feeling in the foyers is electric, and it’s unlike any other festival in the world. The way that we make a community, we make a family for those three weekends in the middle of winter; outside it is cold, but inside it is warm.”

Gay plans to see as many shows as she possibly can and to be part of that foyer community before and after each show.

“I will be in every damn foyer! My tips for surviving the beautiful mayhem of the three weekends of shows is hydrate, hydrate hydrate. And apparently you can’t just hydrate with champagne! How rude. Oh, and eat some food with the great variety of food trucks and options available right there at the Adelaide Festival Centre. Grab some dumplings and some liquid and then straight back in to see shows.”

Included in the program is three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, the incomparable Dame Lisa Simone who will perform iconic classics of her mother, Dr. Nina Simone and iconic UK trio Fascinating Aïda, who will present The 40th Anniversary Show.

The festival also boasts some of Australia’s most incredible and much loved talent, including Kate Miller-Heidke, Emma Donovan, Mahalia Barnes Rhonda Burchmore and Australia’s leading kings of swing, Swing on This. Among this exceptional line-up includes Adelaide’s own Johanna Allen Victoria Falconer and Michelle Pearson

“We have put so much thought into things that we thought would excite the beautiful, loyal Adelaide Cabaret audience and we have world class talent right here in Australia”, Gay passionately exclaims.

“Cabaret is very simply ‘stories into song’, so I’m interested in how much we can expand the boundaries of what that means. We have a live cabaret book club, a madcap, who-done-it where two people play eighteen roles and a grand piano, Jullian Cosgrove who creates a new song every night which she writes with the audience and the Late Night Festival shows that give you the last flavour in your mouth of each night.”

“We want to throw those doors open and say Cabaret is a very, very broad church and we would love to welcome everybody to celebrate there in the most cabaret possible way. It’s live, it’s vital and it’s the most beguiling chaos. We want the audience to say ‘we trust you and we will go anywhere with you.’

Libby O'Donovan is renowned for her nuanced interpretations and extraordinary voice. She is the recipient of the 2022 Cabaret Icon Award and has received an OAM in recognition of her service as a critically acclaimed Jazz and Cabaret performer and an award winning Musical Director.

Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2024 is from June 7-22, at Adelaide Festival Centre.

Tickets on sale from Wednesday, March 27: adelaidecabaretfestival.com.au

Fascinating Aïda – 40th Anniversary Show! | Australian Premiere Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre

Friday 7 June at 8:15pm, Saturday 8 June & Sunday 9 June at 4:30pm

Name a more iconic cabaret trio than Dillie, Liza and Adèle. We’ll wait...

Since their first performance together in 1983, they’ve racked-up millions of internet followers, performed in the world’s most prestigious venues (Royal Albert Hall, anyone?) and been showered with awards and plaudits.

Proving they’re still in their glorious prime, these mistresses of their craft ring in this four-decade milestone with their trademark diamond-sharp satire, lyrical wit and belligerent sass.

Hopelessly Devoted – A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John Adelaide Premiere Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre

Saturday 15 June at 7:30pm

Hopelessly Devoted celebrates the decades-long legacy of the late luminary, Dame Olivia Newton- John. Experience the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra in concert with Australia’s brightest musical talents performing iconic hits from the box-office smash Grease, the cult classic film Xanadu and Newton-John’s canon of bestselling records.

Rhonda Burchmore – Tall Tales

World Premiere & Adelaide Exclusive Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre

Wednesday, 12 June at 7:30pm

Stand clear as Rhonda Burchmore opens her memory vault and shares the souvenirs, stories, and selfies collected over a lifetime in the limelight.

Hear Rhonda's Tall Tales of the rich and famous, from Presidents to Hollywood stars, Grammy winners to take away dinners on her own tours from hell, this literal icon (2014 Cabaret Icon Award Winner) shares wicked and wonderful stories and killer songs as only she can.

Amber Martin, celebrated NYC country vocalist, ‘queen of the crescendo’, and veteran of the cabaret stage, invites you to join her on a sonic journey into the Deep South.

Amid the byways and bayous, she shares her story so far through a one-woman cast of characters, masterfully weaving together a life’s worth of memories.

Bianco

Company | Adelaide Premiere Dunstan Playhouse Adelaide Festival Centre Friday 21 June at 8pm and Saturday 22 June at 4:30pm

Your favourite divas are taking to the stage through ‘the woman of a thousand voices’, Christina Bianco. Bask in Bianco as she celebrates iconic musical heroines with her own soaring vocals, comedic charm, and uncanny impressions; from the brassy riffs of Dion to the rich vibrato of Bassey. Don’t miss this award-winning, rave- reviewed, fresh-from-London, stage extravaganza.

Christina

– In Divine

Amber Martin – Queen of the Silver Dollar | World Premiere Banquet Room, Adelaide Festival Centre Thursday 13 June at 6pm, Saturday 15 June at 3pm, Sunday 16 June at 7:30pm

The Electric Evolution

As the automotive industry accelerates towards a more sustainable future, Volkswagen and Abarth are at the forefront of this electric revolution. Inspired by performance and driven by innovative technology, these brands are unleashing a new era of mobility that combines exhilarating driving experiences with a commitment to reducing our environmental footprint.

The future of driving

Volkswagen's ID. 4 and ID. 5 mark a significant step forward in the journey towards eMobility. These all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles embody Volkswagen's dedication to creating a range of cars that offer both performance and sustainability. Whether it's the dynamic ID. 5 GTX or the class-leading technology of the ID. 4, Volkswagen's lineup has something for every driver seeking an electrifying ride.

The ID. 4 Pro and ID. 4 GTX epitomise Volkswagen's commitment to providing an all-round package of performance and

Abarth 500e

The new era of fun to drive

The 500e Turismo is designed to offer you the most electrifying performance. Combining style, electric power and a new powerful sound, the new Scorpion turns energy into emotions, high technology into adrenaline… and sustainability into performance.

practicality. The ID. 4 Pro, with its elegant design and intelligent safety features, seamlessly integrates electrification into the SUV experience. Meanwhile, the ID. 4 GTX takes things up a notch with its all-wheel-drive capability and thrilling acceleration, proving that electric driving can be both engaging and exhilarating.

Electrifying performance

On the Fiat and Abarth front, the introduction of the 500e Turismo and Scorpionissima signals a bold leap into the world of electric performance. Olivier Francois, CEO of Fiat and Abarth, emphasises that performance is the driving force behind this transition. The New Abarth 500e, in particular, embodies the brand's legacy of speed and excitement, offering an electrifying driving experience that stays true to its roots.

What sets these electric vehicles apart is not just their eco-friendly credentials but also their dedication to delivering a thrilling driving experience. The New Abarth 500e, for example, boasts impressive acceleration and handling, thanks to its electric architecture and advanced technology. With driving modes like Turismo, Scorpion Street, and Scorpion Track, drivers have the freedom

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The ID. 4 merges SUV practicality with electrification efficiency, embodying the essence of eMobility in a mid-size SUV. It offers performance along with ample cabin and luggage space, IQ.DRIVE safety systems, and convenient features like ambient lighting and keyless greeting, making every journey intuitive and comfortable.

to tailor their experience to suit their preferences, whether it's smooth cruising or high-performance driving.

Moreover, the recharging speed of these vehicles ensures that the fun never stops. Equipped with fast-charging systems, the New Abarth 500e can replenish its battery in record time, allowing drivers to get back on the road and continue enjoying the ride.

Immersive sound

But perhaps the most exciting aspect of these electric vehicles is the sound experience they offer. Abarth, known for its signature roar, has found innovative ways to replicate the thrill of a petrol engine in its electric models. From the immersive sound of the New Abarth 500e, these vehicles ensure that drivers never miss out on the exhilarating sound of a powerful engine.

In addition to performance and sound, the New Abarth 500e also boasts a bold and distinctive style that sets it apart from the crowd. With aggressive exterior elements and premium interior finishes, this electric powerhouse exudes sportiness and sophistication, appealing to drivers who crave both style and substance.

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An SUV that conquers it all

The new ID. 5 blends SUV and coupe styles seamlessly, offering both power and elegance in an electric vehicle. Designed for maximum efficiency and electrifying performance, it ensures a confident ride throughout your day.

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½ Driveway and perimeter paving

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Adventure, Love and…Glitter

Alexander Lewis grew up in a musical family. The son of renowned opera singers Patricia Price and Michael Lewis, he and his brother Ben spent their childhood hearing top voices in full flight. Joan Sutherland sang at their primary school fundraisers. Every New Year’s Eve, they watched their parents perform at the Sydney Opera House.

“I just wanted to do what my Dad did,” Lewis says “I was encouraged to push the boundaries a lot through drama.”

He discovered musical theatre at university and went on to the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts. He began to get the roles and reviews any aspiring performer could dream of. He auditioned for two of the world’s most prestigious opera training programs: the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program at the Metropolitan Opera of New York and San Francisco Opera’s Merola Opera Program. He won places in both. Fast forward fifteen years, and he’s performing roles all over the country, including one of his favourites, the title role in Candide, for a co-production bringing together State Opera and State

Theatre Company South Australia for the first time in over a decade.

“I'm a huge Leonard Bernstein fan. Much like some of his other musical scores (West Side Story anyone?), Candide is full of absolutely glorious musical numbers, with a big chorus and a full symphony orchestra.” He says “I've been lucky enough to straddle both worlds of opera and musical theatre and the wonderful thing for me, Leonard Bernstein sits absolutely in the middle: this piece is operatic in scale, with the ease of a musical comedy.”

“I was last in Adelaide a few years ago with The Merry Widow and the audiences here are so energetic and vibrant, as a performer I love that exchange. And I can’t wait to be working with Mitchell Butel

again: I did Candide with him directing us before, with the Sydney Philharmonia Choir, and with Annie [Aitken] and with Caroline [O’Connor] as well, so the gang’s getting back together. Add cabaret star Hans to the mix, this will be a cracker both on stage and behind the scenes.”

Leonard Bernstein’s Candide Presented by State Opera South Australia and State Theatre Company South Australia | May 23 - 25, 2024 Her Majesty’s Theatre Tickets on sale now.

BY LEONARD BERNSTEIN

Image: Alexander Lewis, Caroline O’Connor and Annie Aitken in the 2018 production of Candide directed by Mitchell Butel.

WOOD FOR THE TREES

By Tim Jarvis AM

With the Forktree Planting season fast approaching, I thought I’d take a moment to recognise the importance of trees in our lives (not forgetting plants and grasses). For starters, trees and plants are the engine room of the global food chain, converting sunlight into glucose via photosynthesis. Photosynthesis also produces oxygen, with 7 or 8 trees providing each of us with the roughly 550 litres of pure oxygen we breathe every day. Put another way, without them there would be no us.

Forests also provide habitat and food for innumerable animals, birds and insects, with tropical forests alone home to twothirds of the planet’s terrestrial species. This same woody biodiversity also contains untold pharmaceutical wealth, with a good proportion of the medicines we routinely use having originated in tropical forest plants and trees. And the health benefits keep coming as microbes present in trees, plants and soil are beneficial to our immune system health, whilst time spent in nature has been proven to reduce stress levels and lower blood pressure.

The act of climbing a tree, meanwhile, is good for our kids, helping develop strength, judgement, spatial awareness, problem-solving ability, resilience, creativity and self-confidence, whilst trees in urban environments dramatically reduce air temperatures, in turn reducing energy use, bills and carbon emissions for city dwellers and building climate resilience into our cities. And that’s not to mention their role as water managers: trees draw water from the ground, store it and release water vapour through their leaves back to the atmosphere, with a single large tree capable of releasing hundreds of litres of water into the atmosphere every day. Trees even improve water quality in marine environments by reducing freshwater runoff from urban areas, reducing the damage caused by such runoff to nearshore ecosystems.

And yet despite these multiple benefits, humans have systematically reduced the number of trees on the planet from 5.8 trillion 12,000 years ago to 3 trillion today and continue to clear them at a rate of 15 billion a year, with Australia being one of seven countries responsible for more than half of global biodiversity loss - a figure which includes more than 75% of Australian rainforests and nearly 50% of all forests globally in the past 200 years. Here in South Australia, although we rank highest (i.e. most favourably) in the nation on WWF’s 2023 Trees Scorecard, we still managed to clear 32,714 hectares across the state from 2018 to 2021 – equivalent to two trees a minute. A sobering statistic, but better at least than New South Wales which felled three trees every 10 seconds - a staggering 264,170 hectares - over the same time period.

The good news is that along with the world’s five other biggest nations – (Russia, Canada, China, the US and Brazil), we contain half the world’s potential sites suitable to re-establish native habitat. In fact, Australia alone has 58 million hectares of underutilised land suitable for planting trees, according to leading research institute ETH, much of it usable without compromising our way of life.

to half a trillion trees. Enough to negate about 20 years of human-produced carbon emissions at the current rate and buy us time in the fight against climate change.

Along with the multiple benefits already outlined, trees will be critical in our fight against climate change, given that CO2 has roughly a 200-year shelf life in the atmosphere, regardless of how green our grid or how many EVs we drive, and forests are good at locking up carbon, being amongst the most carbon-dense environments on Earth, storing about one-third of terrestrial carbon. According to ETH, planting billions of trees across the world is one of the best (and cheapest) ways of taking CO2 out of the atmosphere to tackle the climate crisis. A worldwide planting programme would be able to remove two-thirds of all the emissions from human activities that remain in the atmosphere today. To back this up, ETH calculated how many more trees could be planted globally without taking over agricultural land or urban areas and reckoned Earth could support another 900 million hectares of forests, equivalent

The good news is that positive change can happen quickly. Australia’s world-class satellite imagery capability can already work out how much carbon is being sequestered by trees without the need for costly audits, potentially unlocking carbon funding for even the smallest landowners; aboriginal land managers possess an unparalleled wealth of experience stretching back millennia in how to reduce fuel loads in forests through traditional fire management practices, saving both carbon emissions and livelihoods; progressive businesses are increasingly buying trees each year to help offset their carbon footprints; and each year hundreds of thousands of Australians participate in voluntary initiatives from tree planting to growing native saplings in their back yards to help replenish our forests. But we need all of these initiatives and more to occur now and at scale in order to really halt the decline.

Humans have systematically reduced the number of trees on the planet from 5.8 trillion 12,000 years ago to 3 trillion today and continue to clear them at a rate of 15 billion a year.

In recent years we’ve learnt incredible things about trees’ ability to communicate by emitting chemicals to warn one another of insects or animals predating on them. If they could only communicate with us, surely they would tell us that we should all be out planting this season.

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Nylon Dreams and Flying Bees Crafting a Life of Creativity

Interview by Kate Holland

In December this year Evelyn Roth will clock up 88 years of existence. Before then, she’ll complete a number of commissions for inflatables and even board a plane to Hawaii with a duffle bag full of nylon bees. If creativity is fuel, her tank is permanently full.

How did she end up stitching nylon creations for a living?

As she tells Kate Holland, her story starts on the black dirt of Alberta (Canada), surrounded by capable, creative family. I grew up on a farm with no electricity. My Mum was a huge influence on me. She painted and she knitted a lot, and I was always around her. Even though she died when I was only nine, I was already a lot like her. My Dad was also very handy. He built our house, and he was a welder. I remember him creating a snow plough attachment to put on the front of our model T Ford.

My grandparents had Ukrainian Polish backgrounds. Lots of family came to Canada and lived on farms, quilting, harvesting, and sharing. It was very communal. As a result, taking part in workshops and community arts has always been very much a part of my life.

On my second day in Adelaide, I was taken to Maslin Beach and had an epiphany. I knew I wanted to live there someday.

How did growing up in the 60s and 70s influence your art?

I think I’m lucky that can relate to the drama and creativity of the 60s and 70s, and I met some incredible people.

In 1968, I was a part of Experiments in Environment: The Halprin Workshops which saw 16 architects and 16 dancers working together. Here I met Marilyn Wood, a dancer from New York. Marilyn established the Celebration Group which joined dancers with other creatives and toured to cities world-wide. It became very much part of my world and I travelled to many places with Marilyn.

While talking to you I’ve been looking for my special bracelet, called a lady’s companion, which was made for me by my friend William Clark. We met in New York during the 60s when making wearable art. I was doing leather, and he was doing jewellery. The silver bracelet is shaped like a sphere and can store four ounces of liquid inside. It has a stopper on top that makes it look a bit threatening for which I am grateful.

In 1977, I was invited to show my Moving Sculptures at the newly opened Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art in Iran. It was a big deal and people came from all over the world. The Shah was still in power, and I felt the country was not quite ready for us all. No Western woman could walk down the street in a t-shirt without being accosted. The bracelet really helped me.

William also made a series of necklaces that when combined would make an emergency ladder in case you needed to crawl off your roof!

In the 70s, I was introduced to Donna Henes who had been appointed urban shaman by the mayor of New York City for the act of bringing public attention to celestial events. She told me that you can stand a raw egg on its end twice a year, during an equinox. People used to flock to New York to do this. I have carried on the tradition with art colleagues and friends. This March I put up my inflatable nylon chicken at home and invited people in the community to come and try. I had lots of raw eggs at the ready.

The 1970s were big for recycling too. I was an original recycler. I experimented with knitting and crocheting a variety of materials including fur, nylon, leather and videotape. Using my whole hand to crochet, I used videotape to make hats as well as cosy covers for cars and water tanks. The tape keeps tanks cool and can last for eight or so years.

I published a book in 1975, The Evelyn Roth Recycling Book, to share my tips. The photo of a tape-covered car caught the attention of Silva Harris, then Adelaide Festival curator, and in 1979 she invited me to create an experimental jungle in the Adelaide Festival Centre’s main foyer. It was created out of discarded 2-inch rolls of tape from the ABC. Those rolls are big and

Speaking of inflatables, most WOMADelaide regulars will be familiar with the Nylon Zoo, but can you describe it for anyone who isn’t?

The Nylon Zoo is a fun way to engage children in art, movement, and storytelling about nurturing the environment. You’ll spot them dressed as colourful animals, birds, plants, or dinosaurs (I love watching how they interpret the animals) and we take them on a parade (wearing them out a bit) before leading them into a giant inflatable creature for story time.

I was at the very first WOMAD in McLaren Vale and the same turtle I took there visited the Barossa at the end of March this year. Nylon is fantastic because it's waterproof, windproof, comes in beautiful colours and lasts forever. Some of my pieces are nearly 50 years old.

What’s the first inflatable you ever made?

heavy and there’s one mile of continuous tape in each reel. used about ten! Silva and I became friends, and she created a number of opportunities for me over the years, including a trip to the APY lands for a rabbit knitting project.

Our first project together was special for another reason too. On my second day in Adelaide, I was taken to Maslin Beach and had an epiphany. I knew I wanted to live there someday. Years later I was on a drive with Jane Lomax-Smith, who I’d met in a line of all things, and we drove past the lot I live on today. It was for sale! I built my house in 1995 and got a citizenship visa under the Distinguished Talent pathway (usually afforded to sporting people) as a community artist in 1996.

Having arrived in Australia as a divorcee I was determined not to be ‘that single woman’. I soon spotted a singles column in the local Messenger. An artist living in Port Willunga was looking for company. That artist was John Davis. We’ve been married since 2000 and make a great team.

I love the area and community so much and I’m pretty well known. I bring my inflatables out for events like Christmas, Easter, Halloween and Mother’s Day. Sometimes I lend them to people too. I’m constantly encouraging community interaction.

Back in 1977 I was living in Vancouver and was invited to sew a giant salmon for a Haida Potlatch (a First Nations celebration) which then became the focus for a salmon festival. Someone suggested using a furnace fan to create movement and it became the first in my world of inflatables. I still have it.

Interest in my creations grew from there and I have taken my fabric art all over the world to take part in expos, festivals and sporting events. Sometimes I get specific requests, like producing a 14m inflatable cuttlefish for the City of Whyalla to use during mating season!

How long does it take to make the big inflatables?

It can take me between two weeks to a month and is always good fun. You can sew by hand or with a regular sewing machine as the material is quite easy to work with. This is why it’s great to teach in schools. There’s a school in Vancouver where we made a giant crab with 11-yearold children. And we made the legs move. The young boys loved running the sewing machine.

I’ve worked with schools in Hawaii for over 35 years. The Hawaii Storybook Theatre goes to all five islands. I’ve created various marine animals and last June I made an inflatable honeybee to go with a story about a honeybee that lost her wings. The nylon bees I’m delivering this June will feature at a honeybee festival. Each year they create a colouring book with pictures of my new creation and 5000 children receive a book.

I bring my inflatables out for events like Christmas, Easter, Halloween and Mother’s Day. Sometimes I lend them to people too. I’m constantly encouraging community interaction.

Roth’s Nylon Zoo at WOMADelaide

What’s the strangest inflatable you’ve ever made?

Contacts in Hawaii asked me to make an inflatable cancerous colon for educational purposes. It’s about five metres long and as you walk through it you can read health information but also touch various textile materials. There’s even a fart cushion as you step out. They’ve used it in shopping centres with a nurse on site to talk through the colon cancer information.

Similarly, an Aboriginal community asked me for a set of inflatable ears and a nose. My husband drew up a plan for me. You enter via the ear lobe and step out of the nostril. You can stick your hand into the eardrum and down the tube which has all kinds of surprises and squiggly tactile things inside. It goes along with a health team, and a dialysis machine, to at least three communities where people have their ears checked and learn about ear health.

I’ve made all sorts of things. In 1992, I made a dinosaur for the Rio ‘Earth Summit’ in Brazil. I’ve created a funky bookworm for a bookstore, a rabbit for a neighbour, and over Easter my giant Bilby went to the chocolate factory in the Barossa.

How many deflated animals live in your cupboards?

At least 30. I can think of some great reasons for them to come out of there.

I’ve spent quite a lot of time working in the APY lands, sharing my skills. The young people there were quick to learn, and it showed me how well knitting and talking go together.

I’d love to see more of that here in the city. During the colder months my inflatables could live in community centres and multi-generations could gather to share stories.

Your life’s been full of creativity. Do you think that’s helped you have a good life?

Yes, I do. As well as my husband, John, who is an artist and painter. My happiness often comes from being able to make things, be it knitting, crocheting, or cooking and braiding the top of a pie. And I’ve had the instant reward of sharing joy with children - seeing them dressed in my butterfly costume, for example, hugging a tree. My work is very rewarding.

Creating inflatables is not rocket science. I’m training others to make them and introducing them to the education system because they bring so much enjoyment to people.

Ideally my beloved home at Maslin Beach will remain a centre for celebration long after I’m gone. I think I have 10-20 years left in me and I’d love to have someone work for me two days a week to ensure all my treasures – wearable art pieces, dance costumes and inflatables –find their own perfect resting place. If you’re interested, please get in touch!

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Evelyn Roth in her Video Armour, 1972, outside of the Vancouver Art Gallery, during the exhibition Pacific Vibrations

In 1981, Evelyn was invited to the Adelaide Festival centre for an interactive display, Video Jungle.

CONVERSATIONS WITH CORNESY

FIVEaa presents a special series called ‘Conversations with Cornesy’ with Graham Cornes. Discover the stories behind the biggest sporting identities, musicians and politicians. FIVEaa’s Conversations with Cornesy are unguarded, authentic and utterly captivating.

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RENOWNED AUSTRALIAN MUSICIAN AND FORMER POLITICIAN PETER GARRETT AM ON THE ROLE OF POSITIVE ACTION IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIAN BROADCASTER AND AUTHOR PAULA NAGEL ON WHY SHE REVEALED ALL ABOUT HER BATTLES WITH OVARIAN AND BREAST CANCER IN HER NEW BOOK, BRUTAL – A STORY OF SURVIVAL.

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According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, over one third of traumatic spinal cord injury cases are attributed to a fall of some kind. Whether it be as innocuous as a slip on a flat surface, or a fall from height, these incidents can cause injuries that have a profound impact on a person.

Age, health and physical related challenges undeniably play a role in the likelihood of adverse outcomes following a fall, which is why prevention strategies are essential.

Understanding and supporting individuals who are impacted by spinal cord injury within their day to day lives has driven our evolution at estara, South Australia’s peak body for spinal cord injury.

For more than 60 years, estara has been supporting South Australians who are impacted by spinal cord injury by providing in-home community support, specialised and expert support and social inclusion programs.

Offering a range of supports for people following the traumatic incidence of spinal cord injury and which will have a positive impact across all facets of life is critical.

estara’s holistic approach strives to influence change and remove barriers to good living while upholding the rights of those people living with disability. A recent brand change from PQSA and HomeCare+ also reflects a unification of our organisation and strengthens how we influence effective sector change.

As estara, our organisation will continue to be driven by its purpose of supporting and empowering people living with spinal cord injury and other disabilities to choose how they live their potential.

Our experience and extensive footprint across South Australia places us in an influential role within the community that we take seriously. We have advocated for and funded initiatives such as state of the art equipment at the Repat Spinal Injuries Unit, accessible beach mats, specialised sporting equipment, accessible bathrooms in public places, vocational scholarships and much more.

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Trailblazing scan aims to highlight the brain’s self-cleaning ability

You’ve likely heard the phrase, ‘a dirty mind’ used in jest, but now SAHMRI researchers believe that for many of us, it may be a fact; one with potentially serious implications for developing Alzheimer’s disease.

SAHMRI neuroscientist, Dr Tim Sargeant, has teamed up with Dr Ed Robins from SAHMRI’s Molecular Imaging and Therapy Research Unit (MITRU) to develop a cutting-edge brain scan capable of assessing how well an individual human brain is cleaning itself.

The proposed PET scan will use special molecules, labelled with radioactive isotopes, to track how well the brain can keep itself clean and healthy through the process of removing and recycling its waste. By identifying areas where the brain struggles to keep itself clean, the team hopes to intervene before serious damage occurs.

Recent studies have shown a clear association between declining memory function and the build-up of sticky plaques in the brain, called beta-amyloid, a substance now strongly linked to the presentation of dementia. Researchers suspect brains that amass this plaque over time may also have reduced self-cleaning capacity.

“We’re aiming to catch the signs of sluggish brain-cleaning in individuals around the age of 50 or 60, well before the onset of Alzheimer's symptoms in most people,” Dr Sargeant said.

“This new scan will allow us to visualise a living brain and watch how effectively it’s recycling material in real time,” Dr Sargeant said.

“We’re using unique radioactive tracers to reveal how effectively the stomach of the cell, known as the lysosome, is working, if it’s not, we know that’s a forerunner to dementia.”

The radioisotopes needed to fuel the scans are being manufactured by MITRU, using the state’s only cyclotron, a radioactive particle accelerator housed underground at SAHMRI. MITRU supplies radiopharmaceuticals daily to hospitals and imaging centres around Australia for patient diagnosis and treatment. The unit specialises in making PET imaging tracers that bind to target cells in the body and emit radiation that’s then picked up on a PET scanner.

Prior to 2015, South Australia had to source its radiopharmaceuticals from Melbourne and rely on limited, unreliable supply.

The unique opportunity for SAHMRI scientists to collaborate with MITRU using the radiopharmaceuticals it manufactures has untapped potential to boost the accuracy, convenience and speed of research progress.

“More of our researchers are expressing interest in using imaging, but they want to see strong examples of its effectiveness before diving in themselves. I’m optimistic this project could act as the catalyst to launch a whole new era of collaboration at SAHMRI”, Dr Robins said.

“Recent studies have shown a clear association between declining memory function and the build-up of sticky plaques in the brain, called betaamyloid, a substance now strongly linked to the presentation of dementia. Researchers suspect brains that amass this plaque over time may also have reduced self-cleaning capacity.”

The three-year project will start with a proof of concept to demonstrate the technology's effectiveness before devising an adapted method to make the scan suitable for human trials.

“Being side by side at SAHMRI makes it so much simpler to form the relationships needed to pull off a project like this. If we weren’t all here in the same building, it just wouldn’t happen,” Dr Sargeant said.

In 2020, Dr Sargeant’s team created the world’s first human blood test to measure a process called autophagy, which is a measure of how well cells can clean themselves and provide clues to quantify how healthily the body is ageing.

Although groundbreaking, the blood test is limited by its generality. This latest research project is a step towards filling that gap.

“The ultimate aim is to be able to intervene very early on when scans show these processes slowing in the brain. If we can develop treatments that stop these plaques form building up in the first place, while also regenerating the brain's cleaning capacity, that’s likely to herald significant progress toward delaying or preventing onset of dementia,” Dr Sargeant said.

“Imaging is an exciting technology because it takes out a lot of the guesswork, by allowing scientists to see with their own eyes if they’ve hit the target or not. Without imaging, a researcher can get all the way up to the trial stage before realising they’re at a dead end. This approach can save a lot of time and frustration.” Support research like this: sahmri.org.au/donate

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Hope in Healing

Lucy Haslam's Advocacy for Medicinal Cannabis Access

Interview by Olivia Williams

In 2010, Lucy Haslam’s youngest son, Daniel, was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer at just 20 years old. This diagnosis altered the course of their lives.

Over the next four years, Lucy stood steadfastly by Daniel's side as he underwent surgeries, radiation treatments, and relentless rounds of chemotherapy, each taking a toll on his already fragile health. Their family was thrown into turmoil, grappling with the anguish of watching Daniel suffer without the power to ease his pain.

By 2014, Daniel's condition had worsened significantly, with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting landing him in the hospital every two weeks. Despite a friend's suggestion to try cannabis for relief, Daniel initially hesitated, knowing his parents' staunch opposition to its use due to his father's former career in law enforcement.

However, when Daniel's suffering became unbearable, Lucy's desperation led her to embrace any possibility of relief, regardless of her prior beliefs. With cannabis, Daniel experienced a remarkable transformation – his nausea abated, his appetite returned, and he found respite from the debilitating side effects of chemotherapy.

Witnessing this profound change compelled Lucy to challenge her preconceptions about cannabis. Through extensive research and soul-searching, the family made the courageous decision to advocate for access to medical cannabis, recognising the unjust stigma and legal barriers they now faced as advocates for their son's well-being.

We sat down with Lucy to find out more about the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Association and its objective to improve patient access to medicinal cannabis.

As the Co-Founder and former Chair of the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Association (AMCA), can you tell us about the association's mission and objectives?

For many years I had tried to change the minds of Australians, just as I needed to be re-educated about cannabis. I focused on educating the health workforce and key government decision makers by running the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Symposium. I started this before Dan passed away in 2014. I brought experts from around the world to Australia to demonstrate that Australian laws were lagging behind and that global research was proving that cannabis had incredible medicinal value.

I did any media when I was asked, I helped with two documentaries and spoke to every community group that I could. I participated in senate enquiries and spoke to as many politicians of all political persuasions as I could.

One year after Dan passed away, the law changed and Australia legalised the medicinal use of cannabis. This should have been a victory, but the laws were so complicated, and it seemed were more about control rather than access. I realised I could not make progress alone and began to surround myself with people from various professions; doctors, nurses, lawyers, researchers and importantly patients.

In 2020 I co-founded the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Association (AMCA), with Dr Teresa Nicoletti, a lawyer who had been helping me advocate on behalf of several patients who were adversely affected by the regulations.

AMCA is made up of the many people who represent the sector, including the industry and health professionals, so essential to making it work well for patients. Our motto is that “Our strength is in our Breadth”.

Medicinal cannabis offers an incredible safety profile and provides relief to such a wide range of medical conditions I have no doubt that as we become more exposed to the current research, our attitudes will do a complete reversal and that eventually the medical professionals will look at it with fresh and eager eyes and will be remorseful that they held onto the damaging views of the past.

What I saw required me to rethink what I thought I knew about cannabis. I researched as much as I could and together, we decided to take a stand against the fact that Dan was now a criminal for using cannabis and I was a criminal for providing it for him.

In AMCA we have a clinician’s group, a nurse’s group, a pharmacist’s group and a cultivator’s group. They provide each other with peer support and education. The patient centric ethos is part of the core values of each group.

Our objectives are to provide affordable regulated medicinal cannabis to Australian patients who could benefit from it and to provide support to the industry tasked with supplying those patients.

We were essentially brainwashed to believe that cannabis has no medicinal value, and that harms were all it could offer.

How do you envision the future of the medicinal cannabis industry in Australia, and what role do you see patients and healthcare professionals playing in its development?

The legalisation and rise of popularity of medicinal cannabis has been in response to patient demand. That demand is growing despite all the obstacles because medicinal cannabis can be, for some patients, life changing. Those are the simple facts. Whenever there is a way to reduce human suffering, patients will move to that treatment option no matter what the government allows or what doubting health practitioners think. Doctors are the key and those that do learn about the science of medicinal cannabis and then prescribe cannabis for their patients, become the greatest advocates of all. They learn quickly that cannabis can be an exit drug from the opiates and benzos that are so highly addictive and have such untenable side effects like accidental death from overdose.

Looking ahead, what are your hopes and aspirations for the future of medicinal cannabis in Australia?

Medicinal Cannabis patients are being adversely affected and discriminated against by outdated driving and workplace drug laws. These are huge issues which are influenced by ignorance and stigma. Those key decision makers need to firstly address their own ignorance so they can make decisions based on the science rather than the fear that has dictated laws till now.

My hope is that patients will increasingly gain benefit, costs will be driven down, the number of prescribers will continue on its upward trajectory and that the dangers and costs associated with polypharmacy will be reduced as more patients swap out their pharmaceuticals for cannabinoids.

What are some common misconceptions about medicinal cannabis, and how do you address them through your advocacy work?

One of the biggest challenges has been and continues to be battling the stigma.

We were taught to believe that cannabis is a dangerous gateway drug which causes Schizophrenia. In understanding why this was commonplace thinking, you must first understand the history of prohibition. The truth is far from the propaganda of the Reefer Madness era, which is laughable at best. We were essentially brainwashed to believe that cannabis has no medicinal value, and that harms were all it could offer.

Prohibition meant that research was restricted to study of the harms of cannabis and now the lack of evidence is used as an excuse for not allowing cannabis to be considered.

Today that stigma remains in the form of doctors who send their patients away or refuse to consider cannabis as a treatment option. It remains in our workplace drug testing regulations and drug driving laws where there is fundamental injustice involved in presence-only cannabis-driving offences, where most of the victims are not in the least impaired, and especially if they are using cannabis medically?

There is also confusion about what actually IS medicinal cannabis. People often think that if it is medicinal, there is no chance of getting high. One cannabinoid called THC can have a psychotic effect if it is used in high doses. The thing about medicinal use is that the patient is not seeking to get high and used carefully, under medical supervision, it can be used without significant side effects. The side effects are far milder than many of the approved pharmaceuticals it can replace.

What is Medicinal Cannabis?

Medicinal cannabis, sometimes called medical marijuana, is the use of the cannabis sativa plant for any medical purpose. Medicinal cannabis is a drug that medical professionals can prescribe to treat or relieve symptoms of some medical conditions e.g., cancer pain.

Types of medicinal cannabis include:

y Oils, tinctures, and other extracts (e.g., CBD oil)

y Raw and dried cannabis

y Resin (hashish)

y Natural and synthetic cannabinoids (usually in capsule form)

What is Medicinal Cannabis used for?

My hope will be that the patients that are falling through the cracks will be helped and that we no longer criminalise patients who are just trying to manage debilitating conditions and symptoms.

ABOVE: Lucy was honoured as the inaugural recipient of the Olivia Newton-John Service to Industry Award by the Medicinal Cannabis Industry Australia.

Medicinal cannabis is mainly prescribed by doctors to assist with management of pain or symptoms associated with serious medical conditions, including:

y Cancer pain and/or symptoms

y To relieve vomiting resulting from chemotherapy

y Severe epilepsy

y Treating muscle spasticity and pain in Multiple Sclerosis

y Pain caused by nervous system damage

y Palliative care - to relieve pain or symptoms related to a terminal illness

Medicinal Cannabis in South Australia

Patients in South Australia can access medicinal cannabis on prescription from their authorised medical practitioner and dispensed by a pharmacist.

Bayside Pharmacy

y Bayside Pharmacy is an approved dispenser of Medicinal Cannabis, with experienced compounding pharmacists preparing scripts.

Bayside Village Shopping Centre Shop 10 Brighton Rd, Glenelg baysidepharmacy.com.au

IvyMed Clinic

One year after Dan passed away, the law changed and Australia legalised the medicinal use of cannabis. This should have been a victory, but the laws were so complicated, and it seemed were more about control rather than access.

y IvyMed Clinic, Adelaide’s first medical cannabis clinic, now operates in two locations, Pasadena and Prospect.

262 Main North Road, Prospect Shop 9, Pasadena Shopping Centre, 16 Fiveash Drive, Pasadena ivymedclinic.com.au

For more information: ausmca.org

Eat your probiotics

A cheaper,

more effective

way to boost gut health

By Dr Amanda Imber

Over the years, I have spent countless amounts of money buying probiotics supplements – those little capsules that reside in the VIP section of the pharmacy: the chemist’s fridge. Sadly, when I would take these little pills home, they would end up sitting unloved and forgotten at the back of my own refrigerator. What could have been an expensive habit (had I remembered to take them) simply turned into a very wasteful and ineffective one.

While these supplements are easy to get hold of at the local chemist, research suggests that their tablet form might not be the most impactful way to deliver to your body the probiotic goodness.

Professor Tim Spector has spent a large part of his career studying nutrition and the gut microbiome. Spector says that one of the most beneficial things you can do to improve gut health is to eat your probiotics. ‘We know that eating regular amounts of fermented foods and a variety of fermented foods gets lots of good bugs [i.e. probiotics] into your system,’ he explains.

You are probably aware that plain yoghurt falls into the probiotic food category. And cheese (the type that looks like cheese and hasn’t been moulded into the shape of a stick) is another form of fermented food.

Spector also says it can be helpful to remember the four K’s, which are all excellent sources of probiotics:

° Kefir: a fermented milk drink that looks like a runny yoghurt.

° Kombucha: fermented (and sparkly and sweetened) tea. Just avoid going for one of the brands that adds a bucket of sugar into the mix.

° Kimchi: salted and fermented vegetables, such as cabbage and radish (typically served as a Korean side dish).

° Kraut: a general term not just for fermented cabbage, but also lots of other fermented vegetables.

So how much of these foods do we need to eat to see the benefit?

Spector says to aim for small servings, regularly. ‘As many times as you can is probably better because these probiotic foods don’t stay in your gut long-term. You

Put Into Action

Add one serve (30ml) of fermented food (think of the four K’s: kefir, kombucha, kimchi, kraut) to every meal.

If you don’t fancy making them yourself, most supermarkets stock all of the above. But be warned, while you can generally find fermented vegetables at the supermarket, check the ingredients listing before buying. If they contain vinegar, they are ‘pickled’ and not fermented, so they won’t deliver any gut-friendly probiotics.

Catch of the Day

Amanda Prance, the creative force behind Fair Seafood, has navigated an uncharted course in the business world, driven by passion and purpose. Her inspiring journey as a business owner reflects a blend of ambition, resilience, and a commitment to nurturing a more sustainable and equitable future.

need to be constantly refreshing your gut with them to make them work well.

‘The best study tried to get people to have five individual servings of fermented food a day, and in two weeks those people experienced a big boost to their immune system,’ Spector reports. ‘But rather than having a whole big bowl of yoghurt, it might be adding little bits of fermented foods to your meals. A little bit of kimchi to your rice or pouring a bit of kefir onto your curry, for example. It’s little and often. At the moment we say it’s somewhere between one and five servings a day, but little and often is the key.’

If you want to take things a step further, you might want to try making your own fermented products, which is also a lot cheaper.

This is an abridged extract from The Health Habit by Amantha Imber.

Dr Amantha Imber is an organisational psychologist and founder of behaviour change consultancy Inventium. Amantha is also the host of the number one ranking life improvement podcast How I Work, which has had over 5 million downloads, where she interviews some of the world’s most successful people about their habits, strategies and rituals.

From her diverse background and unconventional path to entrepreneurship, to her leadership style and dedication to mentoring others, Amanda's story is one of courage, conviction, and genuine impact. In this interview, she shares insights into her journey, successes, and vision for the future.

With age, comes experience, with experience comes wisdom. Don’t underestimate your experience and what has led you to this point. Surround yourself with people who believe in you.

Q: Can you share a bit about yourself and your journey as a business owner?

I grew up in the 1970s in SA and in Kakadu in the Northern Territory the youngest of six children, my parents afforded me a lot of freedom. So far, I have had a varied and interesting career in a few different sectors none of which related to seafood. I have also had some pretty sizable life experiences that have shaped who I am. I do come from a long line of women who created their own path in their own way in historical times that were challenging.

Q: What inspired you to start your own business?

My first step out into my own business came after the birth of my first child. I was delusional to think that after a six week break, I would simply go back and work in a corporate environment. I now desired something more balanced that could blend both the wonderful opportunity of raising a kind and aware human (with another 2 to come), whilst using my knowledge and skills in areas that I was passionate about. That led me to consulting work, exposure to start ups and then after a lifestyle change to return to South Australia, a discussion with my nephew to invest in a seafood and great chip eatery. That led me into the industry, and I discovered two of the most inspiring women I have ever worked with: Franco Romeo and Nerissa Broad. That opened a can of worms that we have been frantically sorting out for the past four years. I'm very pleased to say, “we finally have arrived.”

Q: Can you highlight a particularly memorable success or achievement in your business journey?

With such a long “to do list” sometimes it is difficult to stop and reflect on success. I think the moment that hit me the most was when a customer a few weeks ago, after serving them some beautiful kangaroo island Flathead, said “thank you” to which I replied “you’re welcome.”

Instead of taking the fish she held it there for a time and looked at me and said “no, thank you for bringing this shop and

vision to my market.” That one got me. I will now say, it definitely takes a village and everyone of our staff are a credit to that vision and passion.

Q: South Australia must hold a special place in your heart. Can you share some of your favourite aspects of the region and why it’s such a great place to live and work? South Australia is simply beautiful because of its diversity and convenience. Although I live in the Hills, I love so many regions in SA. My mum still lives in Port Noarlunga South where I grew up, so we go down regularly to the mid coast, it will always be a special place to me.

Years ago my brother, Tracker, took me to the outback, on the Strezecki, the landscape is completely intoxicating, the people resilient it continues to drawn me back. There’s nothing better than being surrounded by nature, the smells, the sounds the night skies - I always feel truly at peace.

The Hills have so many little communities and treasures. I love the proximity to the city, but always take a deep breath as soon as I hit the bottom of the freeway and see the trees! I love the road side stalls, the smell after rain, even when it doesn’t stop for days! The wildlife at your door, the changes of the trees and being 45 mins away from pretty much anywhere!

Q: Based on your own journey and experiences, what advice would you offer to women over 50 who are navigating the world of business? Go for it - back yourself and know your value. With age, comes experience, with experience comes wisdom. Don’t underestimate your experience and what has led you to this point. Surround yourself with people who believe in you.

Fair Seafood is open Tuesday to Saturday trading within Market hours.

Fair Seafood Stall 12, Adelaide Central Market, 44/60 Gouger St, Adelaide fairseafood.com.au

Interview by Olivia Williams

Amanda Prance

Taste the Adventure

Experience the best of both worlds with Journey Beyond's iconic rail journeys, where stunning landscapes meet unparalleled dining experiences, promising a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.

Diverse and Regionally Inspired Menus

The culinary experience aboard Journey Beyond trains, including the Indian Pacific, The Ghan, and the Great Southern, is nothing short of exceptional. Expertly curated by a team of culinary maestros, the menus draw inspiration from the diverse environments through which the trains travel.

Working closely with local suppliers, farmers, and providores, the culinary team sources the finest seasonal ingredients to craft innovative, regionally inspired dishes. From the saltbush of the Outback to the native lemon myrtle of coastal regions, every ingredient tells a story of its origin and adds a unique flavour to the menu.

Each menu boasts a unique illustration, highlighting one of the key ingredients featured in the dishes served during that sitting. Whether it’s Saltbush, used in a Roasted Cauliflower and Zucchini Salad with hummus, almonds, saltbush dukkah and toasted pita on The Ghan; Sweet Glazed Peking Duck Breast served with an Asian Savoy cabbage salad, sesame, oyster and desert lime dressing on the Indian Pacific; or caramelised pineapple in a native lemon myrtle syrup with Gelista lemon and yuzu sorbets on the Great Southern.

Unforgettable Culinary Encounters

Beyond the Signature Dinners, every meal onboard Journey Beyond trains is a culinary delight. Whether enjoying a gourmet feast onboard the train, experiencing underground dining in Coober Pedy, or indulging in vineyard picnics in the Hunter Valley or Moorabool Valley, each meal is a celebration of Australia's diverse culinary landscape.

From the first bite to the last, the food offerings on Journey Beyond rail experiences promise to elevate your journey, creating unforgettable memories that linger long after the train has pulled into the station.

“Whether enjoying a gourmet feast onboard the train, experiencing underground dining in Coober Pedy, or indulging in vineyard picnics in the Hunter Valley or Moorabool Valley, each meal is a celebration of Australia's diverse culinary landscape.”

Many Hall, In Pursuit of Awe

By Katie Spain

As life and career goes, FIFTY+SA’s food editor

Mandy Hall juggles a lot of utensils. By day, she battles the ongoing issue of food wastage in her role as campaign director for End Waste AU. Every other waking moment, she champions the South Australians who ethically grow, tend, and make the food on our plate. Mandy knows her grassfed bovine from her grain-fed beef, but what makes her tick?

Food and wine writer Katie Spain breaks bread with her to find out.

Mandy Hall has a dream. One day, she wants to live on a property near the ocean where she’ll regularly submerge her curly locks beneath salty sea water. It’s not the hot summer dips she craves most. During winter, she’ll set up a fire pit on which soup will be cooked in a large pot. “You come and help yourself to a cup of soup then sit around my fire and I’ll hear the stories of your life,” she says. “That is my definition of success. It's not big, it’s not expensive, it’s not a fancy restaurant; I simply get to nourish and feed people.”

The dream provides insight into how this genuine, humble, curious soul works. When Mandy isn’t fighting food waste battles and spreading produce-packed messages, she judges food awards and is an ambassador for Foodbank SA and Catherine House.

“I think you have to be really very careful about how you define success,” she says. “I do not wish to live an ordinary life and that has nothing whatsoever to do with money. If it all went tomorrow, I'd find a way to survive quite happily. I get more joy from food than I get from anything else.”

Mandy isn’t one for gifts. She does, however, appreciate a card full of heartfelt words, especially when penned by her two children, aged 30 and 18.

When Mandy walks into a restaurant, it’s common for the maitre’d and floor staff to embrace her. Her warm presence and appreciation invites it. As a child growing up in Norwood, she was bright and vivacious. She grew up in Norwood in Adelaide's eastern suburbs. “It was incredibly diverse and eclectic. Norwood was the landing spot for all of the immigrants that came from Greece, Italy and all over the world,” she says. “For some reason, they all ended up in Norwood and that was a joy for me.”

Mandy’s father was a talented singer and her mother was a cook at gastro pubs including The British Hotel, The Kent Town Hotel and pubs in Port Adelaide. “I was a free-range kid, the youngest of five,” Mandy says. “I basically did whatever I wanted, because I think they'd almost forgotten they had a kid by then.”

Both grandmothers and a foster brother also shared the family’s living space.

“My grandma on my father’s side was also a great singer. She was very theatrical, quite full on and ‘extra’. Mum’s mother was a very demure English woman who barely said ‘boo’. She had dementia but would do absolutely anything for you. She was also a great baker.”

Eating out was a rare occurrence. “We didn’t have the money. Once a fortnight we’d go to The Parade to get fish and chips wrapped in newspaper. That was a massive deal for us.”

who she was, the life she lived and how it revolved around art and food.”

“In my Mother’s Day cards they both write about what it’s like to see someone chase their dream” Mandy says. “Not for financial success, rather to chase a dream because it means the world to you and because it leaves you in awe.”

Mandy often talks about awe. It drives her. She experiences awe when working as a food identity and consultant; is engulfed with it when hosting Tasting Australia events; and is hit with awe during interactions with chefs such as Topiary co-owner and executive chef Kane Pollard, The Salopian Inn’s Karena Armstrong, and David Swain and Sharon “Shazza” Romeo from CBD restaurant Fino Vino.

“I get an opportunity to have really deep and relevant conversations about food chains, devotion, hard work and what it's meant for some of these chefs and these restaurateurs to stay open,” Mandy says.

“It's a deep, deep privilege.”

Mandy is also rocked by awe when staying at Daylesford Longhouse, a farm and cooking school owned by friends in Victoria. There she helps tend the animals and embraces the more confronting realities of farming such as humanely raising an animal, then dispatching it and understanding what it takes to butcher it properly. “If I’m going to be talking about food, I need to truly understand it,” she says.

Mandy’s culinary horizons expanded during her early 20s, after an eventful John Farnham concert. To cut a long story short, she was standing in line for the gig at Thebarton Theatre when a member of the band spotted her and invited her backstage. A relationship blossomed and before long, Mandy was being flown around Australia to attend his concerts. The jet setting life came with many-a fancy dining experience.

“I was this 21-year-old girl from Adelaide who hadn’t travelled before and literally had zero idea about anything,” she says. “We’d go to restaurants and I never knew what to order so I just had to eat whatever they did. It meant I ate some really weird and wonderful things.”

Drinking champagne at Sydney’s The Sebel, and devouring steak tartare at the Tolarno Hotel in St Kilda, Melbourne were highlights. “It was the most incredible thing I’ve eaten.”

The Tolarno Hotel was also where Mandy fell in love with the work of Frenchborn Australian artist Mirka Mora who established the venue with her husband Georges Mora after fleeing Poland during World War Two. Murals depicting Mirka’s hand painted angels graced the restaurant walls. Mandy’s relationship with the muso didn’t last, but her appreciation for Mirka did. “I became obsessed with understanding

When Mandy was 22 her father developed a brain tumour and she moved back to Adelaide where she worked in the media, including Austereo, and in sales and marketing for newspapers. She was also the busy mother of a five-year-old.

A Lupus diagnosis changed Mandy’s life. “I was incredibly sick but until then we thought it was stress. There was no tolerance for being ill when you worked in the media so I was made redundant.” She pauses. “I thought my whole world was finishing.”

In a bid to combat the inflammatory disease, doctors prescribed a drug called Methotrexate. “It’s like a form of chemotherapy. I don't ever ‘poo-poo’ Western medicine because it's so important, I could see the treatment was literally killing me.”

So began a deep dive into food, specifically the role it plays in health. “I didn’t work during that time. I was super sick and knew I had to heal myself.”

She spent her time at the local farmers market, chewing the ears off growers. “I wanted to understand food production legislations; where a chicken was grown and what the soil beneath was like.” It was a five-year journey. “My partner and I thought I had lost my mind but I was in the happiest place I've ever been. The more I forced myself to understand food systems, the more engrossed I became. You can’t find

anything more joyous or flavoursome than a tomato picked in the prime of its life or a peach from the backyard when it’s had the sun hit it and it comes from nurtured soil.”

Mandy also became a self-confessed fermentation nut.

“This was 25 years ago, years before we all started talking about sourdough and what free range really means. My son was being sent to school with sourdough spelt bread and all sorts of embarrassing things that no one else was making at home.”

In 2018, Mandy travelled to Tennessee in the United States where she participated in a two-week residency with fermentation expert Sandor Katz.

That is my definition of success. It's not big, it’s not expensive, it’s not a fancy restaurant; I simply get to nourish and feed people.

– Mandy Hall

A year after her return, she applied as a contestant for reality television show MasterChef Australia 2019. She didn’t go all the way (attempting to cook Africola chef and owner Duncan Welgemoed’s wonderful peri peri chicken ended in tears).

Photos: Julian Cebo

“I was never going to win MasterChef,” she admits. “I was a fermenter who had a deep passion for healthy soils and reducing food waste.”

As distressing as elimination on national television was, nothing compares to Mandy’s current battle; the fight against food waste.

“I work for an organisation which has dedicated years of research into the ways in which they can help reduce food waste; everywhere from farms to supermarkets,” she says. “It’s very evidence based. In Australia we throw away about 7.6 million tonnes of food per annum. 70 percent of that, if treated properly, is edible. We could feed Australia several times over with what we produce.”

The challenge is to help people change behaviours around food waste. “It's not about telling Australians they are the problem, it's about saying, ‘We have a problem, how can we fix it’. How do we unite an entire nation, which includes government at all levels, industry, and citizens to say, ‘we're going to tackle this’.”

She likens it to the 1981 ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ campaign that changed the way the nation looked at sun safety. “It starts at this point in which we all make a decision as a nation. To do that we have to connect, no matter where you come from. How do we bring them together to start the next ‘Slip, Slop Slap’ for food waste?”

It’s not something she can walk away from. “It's a huge issue, but it's a solvable issue.”

SCAN to WIN A

During May, Mandy hosts a new series of Tasting Australia events called Make, during which she leads chefs and artisans through sessions devoted to one simple skill. From pastry making with Julia Busuttil Nishimura, to mastering the South Australian pasty with chef Mark Best, or fried chicken with Restaurant Botanic chef Justin James, expect plenty of storytelling. Mandy believes we need to look backwards in order to move forwards.

“Our food systems are broken and if we don't go backwards to those forgotten skills, the way that we used to think and treat food and produce, if we don’t look after soil and we don’t look after farmers, we’re in trouble.”

Katie Spain is an award-winning journalist, wine writer and author based on a farm in the Adelaide Hills. When she's not chasing stories, she can usually be found exploring SA in a vintage caravan called Charlie, or hunting for treasure in op-shops.

tastingaustralia.com.au lovefermentsandfood.com.au @mandyhall

Rozelle's at Carrick Hill

For lovers of great food and good vibes

Set amidst picturesque gardens, with the city skyline as your backdrop, Rozelle’s has opened its doors at Carrick Hill, bringing with it a taste of culinary excellence.

Under the stewardship of the Favaro family, well-known for their management of iconic Adelaide establishments, including Chianti and Bar Torino, this new dining experience is an integral part of Carrick Hill’s recent $7.2 million pavilion development.

At Rozelle’s, visitors can indulge in a range of wood-fired oven inspired dishes designed to be shared, including mouth watering pizzas that make the most of fresh, seasonal ingredients.

A FAMILY AFFAIR

Jessica Favaro-Richards, the general manager of the Favaro Group, speaks warmly of the restaurant’s philosophy. “The menu is everything we love about relaxed Italian food and dining. Rozelle’s is a place where you can visit and have a good time with your people.

More than anything, Rozelle’s will be about celebrating great food in good company which makes it the perfect place to enjoy a day out with friends or family.”

Visitors can go just for a meal or add in a stroll in the arts and crafts gardens, a visit to the House Museum to be inspired by its extensive art collection or try something a bit more strenuous and explore the bushland and the full 100-acre site.

Rozelle’s is open from Wednesday to Sunday, including most public holidays, from 10 am to 4:30 pm. If you’re looking for a unique venue for your next private event, consider Rozelle’s; they’re open for private hire too.

Rozelle’s 46 Carrick Hill Dr, Springfield rozelles.au | @rozellesadl

A New Chapter in South Australian Winemaking

South Australia's wine landscape is about to welcome a new addition as savvy wine duo, Mike and Judy Press, announce the launch of their latest venture, Press & Co Wine.

Expected to hit the market this month, Press & Co Wine will continue the tradition of delivering high-quality wines, with the debut of a pinot gris and pinot noir from the Adelaide Hills, as well as a grenache from McLaren Vale.

After selling Mike Press Wines six years ago to Bob and Yuko Harris, the Press’ have remained involved in the business, but say now is the time to create something new and fresh, while remaining true to their principles of producing great wines that offer fabulous value.

The return to a family-operated business model marks a significant moment for the Presses, who are thrilled to have the next generation join them in this venture. Mike's sons Andrew and James, along with his wife Rachel, will be integral partners in the Press & Co Wine business, ensuring a continuation of the family legacy.

For Mike, this venture represents the culmination of a lifetime of winemaking experience. With a career that includes notable roles at Penfolds and Seppelt, Mike's expertise has consistently garnered praise from critics and earned numerous awards. The success of his cleanskin wines in the early 2000s solidified his reputation as an innovator in the industry.

Reflecting on their journey, Judy recalls the early days of promoting their wines through grassroots efforts, which quickly led to widespread acclaim. "We were pounding the pavements, dropping flyers in people's letterboxes, and before too long,

our wines were selling out," she reminisces.

Their cleanskin wines, despite their humble beginnings, achieved remarkable recognition, including being named Runner Up for the esteemed Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy. "It really put us on the map – we had to get labels, organise distributors – it was huge," Judy adds.

As they venture into this new chapter, the Presses are focused on what they do best: crafting exceptional wines that offer unbeatable value.

“It’s about reconnecting with those people who know and love Mike’s wines, as well as introducing them to consumers discovering them for the first time,” Judy concludes.

JACQUI'S FOOD ADVENTURES

Jacqui Lim is a passionate, active advocate of the food and wine industry. Besides eating and drinking a lot, she sees her role to be connecting people with, and through, good food whether it be organising food and wine events, sharing her experiences on Instagram @jacquisfoodfetish, recommending restaurants or simply bringing friends together to enjoy a meal.

Follow @jacquisfoodfetish for more insights into the dining plates of Australia’s best restaurant.

Plates $13 - $58, Express menu $55, Tasting menus $70 or $85pp

Fino Vino by hospitality veterans Sharon Romeo and David Swain is casual and friendly. It’s somewhere to go for a drink, a bite, or the full dining experience. The place is modern, industrial yet inviting – a combination of bare brick walls, exposed stone, terracotta, leather and wood, with the open kitchen at the back. The food is produce-driven with a focus on locally sourced. Dishes are uncomplicated and packed with flavour. You’re always assured to have a good time here.

82 Flinders Street, Adelaide @finovino_adelaide

Snacks and share plates $9 - $60, Premium proteins priced per kg

In this kitchen you won’t find electricity or gas. Renowned chef Jake Kellie’s food is all about fire and cooking over coals. For me, the place to be is up at the counter where you can experience all of the kitchen action. The bar, the dining area and courtyard are always buzzing and the team is friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The variety and quality of produce always excites me, and there’s an extensive array of great wines and cocktails.

127 The Parade, Norwood @arkhe_restaurant

Snacks and small plates $5 - $26, Mains $30 - $65

Longplay is a relative newcomer to Pirie Street. It’s a bistro with a concise, wellconstructed menu of classic European bistro dishes and an extensive wine list. And the food is quality - simple but a little bit special, from local oysters with mignonette to house-made pastas, to a dry-aged ribeye on the bone. In line with the food, the place itself is simple and retro yet a bit luxury, with warm tones and a vinyl LP soundtrack.

131 Pirie Street, Adelaide @longplaybistro

Tasting menu $195pp, Optional wine pairing $95

The dining experience at the new LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand Winery is nothing short of sensational. Here, it’s all about beauty, perfection, precision and wonderful flavours. It’s a tasting menu based on fresh, seasonal and provenance by the talented Executive Chef Jacob Davey. A light, spacious and stylish fit out, excellent service and wines and beautiful surrounds. This place is a must!

Bird In Hand Winery

150 Pfeiffer Road, Woodside @birdinhandwine

If you’re after brunch with a difference, this is the place. Yes, you can have your eggs on toast, but why would you when there’s also delicious options like Thai Chilli Scramble or Karaage Chicken Noodle Bowl, or perhaps just go a bowl of sweet potato fries. Good coffee and other drinks. Yep –this place has it going on. It’s bright and modern with indoor and al fresco seating.

42 North East Road, Walkerville @yolk.cafe

Yolk

Plates $10 - $28

LVN Restaurant

Longplay Bistro

Arkhé

Fino Vino

Adelaide's Must-Try Brunch Hot Spots RISE AND DINE

Adelaide boasts a vibrant and diverse brunch scene, offering a myriad of exceptional cafes and restaurants to satisfy your mid morning cravings. From charming and intimate hideaways to chic cafes flaunting inventive menus, these establishments promise an unforgettable brunch experience, catering to the tastes of the modern foodie.

Indulge in the ultimate all-day brunch experience at Lockwood General –where a good day begins with specialty coffee, fresh-pressed juice, and fruit smoothies. Not to mention a range of brunch selections including elderflower bircher, pb&j pancakes, and a range of luxe brekkie fare.

35 High Street, Burnside @lockwoodgeneral lockwoodgeneral.com.au

Up the freeway and into the Adelaide Hills, Dirty Doris is situated along Aldgate’s main strip. This North American style diner serves up an allday menu featuring dishes like cornedbeef hash, “McDirty” sausage and egg, Reuben sandwiches and stacks of pancakes dripping with maple syrup. The retro interior includes classic chequerboard flooring, vinyl chairs, and a timber bar top overlooking the open kitchen.

6 Strathalbyn Road, Aldgate dirtydoris.com.au @dirtydorisdiner

In the heart of North Adelaide, The Flying Fig stands out as a rustic gem. Step into their cosy space and indulge in their hearty brunch offerings. From classic egg dishes to fluffy pancakes and comforting breakfast burgers, their menu is designed to delight. Pair your meal with a cup of their aromatic coffee and soak in the warm and inviting atmosphere.

161 Jeffcott St, North Adelaide theflyingfigdeli.com.au

@theflyingfigdelica

Tucked away in Hindmarsh, The Loose Caboose serves up an all day brunch menu. This trendy cafe offers an array of delectable brunch options, from Crunchy Nut French Toast to Seasonal Smashed Avocado on Sourdough bread. Complement your meal with a cup of their specialty coffee or a freshly squeezed juice for the ultimate brunch experience.

21 First St, Hindmarsh theloosecaboose.com.au

@theloosecaboose

Embodying the epitome of stylish brunching, this contemporary café and deli offers a menu brimming with gourmet sandwiches that have won over the hearts of Adelaide. With brunch service extended until 3pm, guests can relish each bite at their leisure. However, for those with their sights set on the coveted sandwiches, it's worth noting they're only available until sold out each day!

96 Prospect Road, Prospect @bottegabandito bottegabandito.com

Bloom Cafe is an all day breakfast and lunch eatery, set in a converted, century old horse tram barn overlooking the River Torrens in Thebarton. Dishes are seasonally inspired and full of locally sourced ingredients cooked over hot coals. Coffee is from local roasters 1645 and there is an extensive wine and cocktail list. The space provides an intimate, relaxed dining environment inside and a lush, peaceful setting outside in the garden and pavilion.

38 Winwood St, Thebarton 38bloom.com.au @bloom_winwood

Did someone say bottomless brunch?

Expect a tantalising array of dishes, from breakfast bao buns and house made croissants to refreshing acai and poké bowls, not to mention the coveted 'sando of the day.' As McLaren Vale's newest culinary go-to, Hey Juj, spearheaded by local visionary Elliott Brown, has captured the attention of locals and visitors alike. With its innovative concept seamlessly transitioning from a bustling café to a charming wine bar, Hey Juj has something for everyone, at every time of day.

150 Main Rd, McLaren Vale heyjuj.com.au @heyjuj_

Transport yourself to France with a visit to Hey Jupiter on Ebenezer Place. This French-inspired café exudes charm and sophistication. Indulge in their delectable pastries, savoury croques monsieur, and a variety of other French-inspired brunch delights. Sip on a perfectly brewed coffee or explore their selection of teas for a truly European experience.

11 Ebenezer Pl, Adelaide heyjupiter.com.au

@heyjupiterbrasserie

Indulge in a selection of locally sourced and sustainably crafted dishes while soaking in the welcoming ambiance, accompanied by your morning cup of joe at Community on North Terrace. With all your favourite dishes and optional sides on the menu, you have the freedom to curate your own breakfast experience or indulge in something sweet, all while relaxing in one of Adelaide's finest brunch destinations.

Lot Fourteen, North Terrace, Adelaide @community_lot_fourteen communitynorthtce.com.au

Venture to Richmond and discover the cosy sanctuary of Karma and Crow. This cafe prides itself on its commitment to local produce and sustainability. Their brunch offerings cater to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. From Chilli scrambled eggs to fluffy hotcakes topped with seasonal fruits, Karma and Crow ensures that everyone can relish in the brunch experience. Their coffee is by Melbourne’s St ALi, and alcohol and non-alcohol by South Australian producers.

249/251 Richmond Rd, Richmond karmaandcrow.com @karmaandcrow

Brunch, brews and booze; three of our favourite b words! Open daily from 7am, Yolk Cafe prides itself on offering an exceptional brunch experience that delights the senses and brings people together. Guests can expect a diverse menu featuring both timeless classics and innovative creations, along with a warm and welcoming ambiance that invites guests to relax and enjoy their meal.

42 North East Road, Walkerville @yolk.cafe yolk.cafe

Mister Sunshine’s is a well-known café located in Thebarton, Adelaide. It is a popular spot for brunch and coffee lovers. Known for its bright and vibrant atmosphere, Mister Sunshine’s offers a charming and cosy setting to enjoy a delicious meal. They have a diverse menu featuring a range of brunch options, including classics like eggs on toast, smashed avocado, and hearty breakfast bowls. In addition to their food menu, they also serve specialty coffee and a selection of refreshing beverages.

32 George Street, Thebarton mistersunshines.com.au @mistersunshines

The Loose Caboose Hey Jupiter

The Flying Fig

Community Yolk Bottega Bandito

Bottega Bandito Community Yolk

Mister Sunshine’s Karma and Crow Hey JUJ

Dirty Doris Bloom

Lockwood General

Hey Jupiter

Craving a beachside brunch experience?

At Fourth, a laid-back, modern atmosphere permeates everything from the menu to the interior decor. Enjoy a variety of beverages, from coffee and Bloody Marys to espresso martinis and refreshing smoothies, or indulge in delightful dishes like blueberry and ricotta hotcakes, prawn and crab chili scramble, and corn and zucchini fritters with whipped feta and romesco sauce. Named in homage to the owners' status as the 'fourth' generation in business on Jetty Road, you can trust that these folks are experts at delivering Adelaide's finest brunch experience.

34 Jetty Road, Glenelg @fourthglenelg fourthglenelg.com

Whistle & Flute is a popular cafe and bar that brings the outside inside on the outskirts of the city on Greenhill Rd in Unley. Serving an all-day menu you’ll expect to find all the usual brunch fare alongside Local Burrata + Toast, Chicken and Waffles and Blue Swimmer Crab Scrambled Eggs. Coffee is from Five Senses Coffee and their beer and wine list has a focus on local suppliers with the likes of Mismatch Brewing Co and Alpha Box & Dice featured.

136 Greenhill Rd, Unley whistleandflute.com.au @whistle_n_flute

Upper Crust Adelaide’s Best Pizza Places

From classic Italian pizzerias to modern eateries pushing the boundaries of flavour, Adelaide offers a diverse range of options sure to satisfy even the most discerning pizza-lover’s palate.

One Sneaky Cheetah

The One Sneaky Cheetah menu boasts a selection of pizzas reminiscent of those found in your local neighbourhood pizzeria. Classic favourites like ham and pineapple, supreme, and smoky barbecue chicken grace the offerings, alongside vegetarian options and the ever-popular margherita. However, beneath the guise of these familiar Australian staples lies a dedication to authenticity and quality. From the meticulously crafted dough to the flavourful sauces, the team’s commitment to crafting pizzas from scratch shines through in every bite.

Topiary

The à la carte lunch menu at Topiary has undergone a delightful transformation, seamlessly blending fine-dining elements with a newfound favourite: pizzas crafted from a sourdough starter. Enjoy the crunch of the bases, the mouth-wateringly blistered crusts, and a medley of toppings that might feature brassicas, wild-herb pesto, and whipped feta; sopressa salami, capsicum, and garlic-infused honey; or oyster mushroom, fior di latte, and fragrant thyme.

1361 North East Road, Tea Tree Gully @topiary_dining

Sunny’s Pizza

More than just a bar serving pizza, Sunny’s is a laneway retreat for post-work rosé sessions, a cosy booth for pre-nightout bites, and a dance floor pulsating with ‘80s beats rarely heard elsewhere. Sunny’s is a vibrant diner dedicated to one thing: fun. The pizzas boast a perfect balance of crispy yet fluffy crusts with delicious toppings like eggplant parmigiana, San Marzano tomatoes, confit garlic, and basil, or ham, pineapple, and green-chili verde. Complementing the pies is an array of aptly named “Not Pizza” accompaniments.

Pizzateca

Pizzateca is an Adelaide pizza institution! Boasting an imported Italian wood-fired oven, these pizzas are meticulously crafted for perfection. Tony Mitolo, inspired by culinary experiences worldwide, lovingly refers to their pizzas as “Oztalian,” focusing on achieving the crispy texture reminiscent of Naples-style pizzas.

319 Chalk Hill Road McLaren Vale @pizza_teca

Continually raising the bar for brunch excellence, 30 Acres boasts a menu that showcases the epitome of freshness and flavour. With a commitment to sourcing produce from small and local family farms, 30 Acres delivers a dining experience that celebrates the best of what South Australia has to offer. For those with a hearty appetite, the farmer's breakfast promises to satisfy, while the ricotta and cinnamon ricotta donuts with passionfruit curd offer a deliciously sweet alternative to a traditional breakfast. Brekkie buffs can also enjoy classics like an avo and feta smash, eggs and bacon, and Paris Creek butter croissants.

233 The Parade, Norwood @30acresnorwood 30acresnorwood.com.au

Cherry Bomb Cafe is inspired by local produce from surrounding Adelaide hills towns, especially cherries. With a simple fresh healthy menu that changes seasonally, the cafe is filled with flowers, books, velvet couches and a fireplace in every room to keep you cosy and warm on cold winter days. In summer there is ample verandah space to enjoy the sunshine and fresh country air. It’s a beautiful place to unwind amongst the leafy goodness of Peramangk country.

253 Lobethal Road, Ashton @cherry_bomb_cafe_ashton

243 South Rd, Ridleyton @onesneakycheetah

17 Solomon St, Adelaide @sunnys.pizza

From Nonna’s Table, To Yours / Tonino Deli

Step into the warm and inviting ambiance of Tonino Deli, the latest addition to Goodwood's culinary scene, where the essence of authentic Italian culture comes to life.

Co-owned by the siblings Anna-Lisa Barone and Nicholas Barone, Tonino is not your average deli. It's a contemporary take on the traditional European experience, offering a selection of delights including sandwiches, coffee, wine, cocktails, and spritzes, all served with a generous dose of Italian flair. Inspired by cherished family memories and the success of their previous venture, Side Hustle, Anna-Lisa and Nicholas have created a space that feels like home.

As you step through the doors, you're greeted by the comforting aroma of freshly cut meats and cheeses, reminiscent of the bustling delis found in Italian villages. Here, authenticity reigns supreme, with each ingredient handpicked to reflect the Barone family's deep-rooted connection to their Italian roots.

From homemade sandwiches to ovenfresh bread and delightful pastries like maritozzi and pasticciotti, Tonino Deli offers a taste of Italy's culinary soul. But more than just a menu, it's a celebration of life's simple pleasures—of sharing stories, laughter, and love around the dining table.

Drawing on the timeless traditions of their grandmother's deli in Italy, Anna-Lisa and Nicholas invite you to experience the warmth and camaraderie that define Tonino Deli. It's a place where strangers become friends, where every meal is infused with a dash of nostalgia, and where the true essence of family shines through in every bite.

So head on in, take a seat, and savour the flavors of home at Tonino Deli—a place where the door is always open, and the welcome is as warm as Nonna's embrace.

114, King William Road, Goodwood tonino.com.au | @tonino_deli

30 Acres Fourth

Whistle & Flute Cherry Bomb Cafe

Whistle and Flute

The Flying Fig

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Easy Drinking

by Nick Stock

There’s so much to say in the story of Yalumba, a household name in Australian wine, well-known and well-respected internationally anywhere wine is served. Their current range of wines and the greater portfolio of Hill-Smith Family Estates extends through virtually every style and price point, delivering quality and value in consistently flawless form.

and restaurant the Silver Sands Beach Club.

nickstock.com.au | @stockwine silversandsbeachclub.com.au

Yalumba is Australia’s oldest family-owned winery and later this year in November, they will officially celebrate their 175th birthday. Celebrations are underway already with special releases and events to mark this milestone, the first of which I was fortunate to attend at the winery on April 17th, a wine tasting like no other.

Have a glass of...

Yalumba

The Signature Cabernet Shiraz 2009

One of Yalumba’s hallmark styles, this is from a vintage that enjoyed good ripeness and deep flavours. Rich dark berry fruits, chocolate and cedary notes are carried in fleshy and supple style. Bold, rich and drinking really well.

Yalumba

The Signature Cabernet Shiraz 2012

This vintage of The Signature looked superb from the very outset and it is ageing very well. Twelve years on is a great time to drink this. It has a very vivid and bright red and dark fruited core. Really vibrant.

vintages that date back over a century, a library of other classic Australian wines and many of the greatest wines from all around the world.

Since 1977, and on selected special occasions, Yalumba has invited friends and key wine industry folk to share in the unique experience of tasting and enjoying great bottles from the best vintages. If you’re into wine, this invite is a golden ticket of sorts.

sand castles

It says much about a wine business to endure so strongly across almost the entire Australian wine journey, balancing tradition and innovation, to find itself in a leading role 175 years into the ride. Established in 1849 by Samuel Smith, today it rests in the hands of fifthgeneration proprietor and industry pioneer Robert Hill-Smith.

The Hill-Smith family has long understood the custodial responsibility of such a long history and their horizon lines run far and wide. Over many decades, the family has built and maintained a museum wine collection that houses great bottles of

Yalumba

The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Prime Coonawarra cabernet from a mild vintage that delivered classic cabernet with blue fruits, leafy elements and purple floral fragrance. The palate is intense, quite elegant and vividly fruited. Very fresh, this could be aged even longer.

Yalumba

The Caley Cabernet Shiraz 2014

This is the top tier Yalumba red and the vintage in which they really struck the bullseye in terms of setting the style and quality. Regal and intense with aromas of graphite and flowers with a blueberry and cassis core. This has power, elegance and very complete, supple tannin. Smooth-honed. Reminiscent of great left-bank Bordeaux.

This latest tasting was nothing short of incredible, showing 36 rare wines, vinous unicorns, from the world’s most sought after vineyards and producers. The first glass of the tasting was Champagne Pol Roger 1921 - a Champagne sent as a gift from the cellars of Pol Roger who were also founded in 1849, the same year as Yalumba. The last glass was Yalumba Shiraz Port 1923. You get the idea.

The 34 wines in between these more-thancentury-old bookends included a set of cellared Yalumba reds that will be released in May 2024 as a Museum Collection to mark this 175th anniversary. They stood shoulder to shoulder with a set of the world’s greatest wines and will now be made available for all to enjoy.

Happy Birthday Yalumba, I’ll drink to that!

Nick Stock

Yalumba

The Octavius Shiraz 2014

A classically styled edition with intense black currant, blackberry and dark chocolate, as well as cedar and coffee with some herbal notes too. There’s a real resilience to the palate, really youthful and vibrant fruits run long through the finish.

Yalumba

The Octavius Shiraz 2009

Such an enjoyable wine in a great stage of its evolution, this has all the richness of fine Barossa shiraz with such deep blackberry fruit flavours. Really mouthcoating and rich, a wine that is right in the zone of luxurious, silky character. Don’t miss this one!

until 31 may 2024

a look back at mansions and estates of holdfast bay Bay Discovery Centre, Glenelg Town Hall

Aaron Brown | violin, Philip Griffin | oud, Tunji Beier | hand percussion, Maryam Rahmani | santur Adelaide Baroque Orchestra led by Ben Dollman A unique concert event exploring the fascinating mix of musical cultures along the Mediterranean in the medieval and early renaissance period, with special guests Aaron Brown (violin/ rebec) and his ‘Early Modern Trio’, and santur player Maryam Rahmani. In this time Muslim culture prevailed in modern-day Spain alongside Judaic and Christian communities; flowed Eastward into France, Italy and Greece where vibrant dances and poetic forms evolved and found exchange, reaching to the Ottoman empire and Persia in the east.

Tickets | www.trybooking.com/1160831

Nick Stock is one of Australia’s most well-known and highlyregarded wine critics. He co-owns McLaren Vale’s favourite beach front bar

Every morning just before the dawn hues kiss the horizon, surfers gather in anticipation of the ocean's whims. Veterans of the island's main draw card, Cloudbreak, offer sage advice; Cloudbreak, much like love, can be both an exhilarating embrace and a heart-racing mystery. A game of serotonin and cortisol. Cloudbreak's shifting nature keeps even the seasoned surfer on edge, its patterns defying forecasts and inviting an unexpected dance. Weather predictions, once a guiding compass, lose their grip in this realm, giving way to the whims of the sea.

Picture a morning where the boat ventures out into choppy, rainy seas, yet within an hour, the scene transforms. The ocean yields to its own rhythm, and the waves, once tempestuous, morph into masterpieces. Amidst the tapestry of swells, the best session of the week emerges, an ode to the break's whimsy. On your first session confusion reigns, bombs dropping all around you because where exactly do they break? Cloudbreak is a little different to other reef breaks. Of course, when the waves aren't towering, the crowds can be hectic but luckily with my camera almost all waves are mine. And then there was all the usual water photography shenanigans that occur when you're intentionally sitting in the impact zone: coral shaped lacerations also known as a Tavi tattoo? Check. Port scratches on the second wash through hold down

What is it like to spend a week on Tavarua Island, Fiji?

Words and photos by Kosta Giannopoulos

when you have no idea which way is up? Check. Cable cinched in the back plate and then showered despite the fact that you always triple check everything? Check. All reasonable trade offs.

Late one afternoon, just before sunset, I was standing in below waist deep water at the end section appropriately known as "shish kabobs" taking shots of clear blue funnels spiralling towards me. Whilst contemplating how easy it would be to snap a limb in the rock trenches I confusingly glimpsed what I imagined to be hummingbirds flying past. Bemused and wondering how and why there were hummingbirds out in the middle of the ocean, flying so low. The "humming birds" then dove underwater and popped back up to fly for another ten metres or so. Flying fish! I think I said out aloud "this is paradise". For an Aussie used to a cold, sandy shorebreak it felt like stepping into a scene from Avatar, minus the blue people. An island imbued with intrigue, Tavarua isn't solely defined by the surrounding waves. The snorkelling paradise abounds with giant clams nurtured for restoration, offering a hopeful glimpse into environmental stewardship. Sharks glide by, devoid of menace, while turtles and vibrant fish remind us of nature's vast palette. One afternoon while on the way out for a snorkel I asked Siti in the boat shed for a weight belt and he told me that unfortunately they didn’t have any for loan.

From the moment you are welcomed onto its shores until the bittersweet farewell, Tavarua envelops you in a symphony of beauty. After cruising across crystal clear water, you step foot onto the golden sands and are greeted by the sound of joyful welcome chorus. When the cowrie shell lei is placed over your head you enter a whole new reality. It's like someone cranked up the beauty dial to a thousand.

Ten minutes later Vatao pulls up next to me on the boat with a belt and asks how much weight want on it. Next level.

On the beach you will find various types of crabs including the amazingly cute hermit crabs. These were a favourite for all the groms on the island. Walking down the beautiful palm surrounded walkways you can be witness to fruit bats, birds eating papayas and even sea snakes. I asked one of the locals about animals on the island and I was told to ask the guy in the blue t-shirt to show me a sea snake. Is he the keeper of snakes? He pointed to three specific trees. I couldn't find any and moved on. Half an hour later he found me on the other side of the island to tell me he found one. He starts telling me that their venom is so deadly that there's no point calling a doctor if you're bitten. He and his mates then proceeded to move sticks from immediately in front of it so could get a better shot. They told me no one in Fiji has died by snake bite. thought; there could always be a first.

Guests, an eclectic ensemble of couples, families, lone explorers, and wave-chasers, converge on Tavarua's shores, forming a mosaic of experiences. Some, like me, had left the family at home. Selfish no doubt, but visiting this scarce utopia is eye wateringly expensive, so unless you’re extremely rich or your family all surf, it seems like the only option. I suspect a

“Beyond the perfect waves, the diverse marine life, and the captivating nights lies an essence, an intangible spirit that captivates, inspires, and lingers when you get home.”

yoga retreat may be on the cards for my wife. Many are repeat visitors, a testament to the island's magnetic charm. There were a bunch of Hawaiians on the island for whom flying fish, turtles and reef sharks were all very normal but at this time of year they were chasing swell. Some of them - including the itinerant lifeguards - were there hoping for deadly twenty foot plus waves. As an analogy however, some of us are keen to trek to the base camp of Mount Everest but climbing to the summit is not on our bucket list.

Another afternoon the siren that is “Restaurants” was calling and a few of us started making excited noises. For the uninitiated, “Restaurants” is considered by many to be the best spot to surf in Fiji. The doctor on the island - yeah, there's a doctor! - overheard this commotion and yelled out at us: "not yet guys, please wait an hour for the tide because I don't feel like suturing right now." I grabbed my camera, hopped on a boat and tried to find the shallowest point possible: that was dry reef. Seeing me, some overly enthusiastic surfers jumped off the day boats and paddled over. I asked if they had surfed it before. “No, but I've heard some horror stories” was the response. I pointed out the protruding coral heads and observed that their fins would hit the reef. Maybe they thought I was trying to psych them out so the Tavi crew could have it all to themselves. I swam over to the boat and went back to loll in the hot tub. Of course as one surfer saw another in the water, more and more joined the line up. Not long after, I saw a board tombstoning because the leash was stuck on coral. I assume this is a daily occurrence.

Fiji night is a stand out. It is easy to be cynical in advance and think it's a cheap tourist show but it seems to be the real deal. After a few kavas and beers the choral harmony of "Isa Lei" hits deep - Spotify it for a taste. I was one of the last guests to retire to my bure and after the formalities of the kava ceremony, there were the locals, still enjoying kava and hanging out. No audience, no performance, just life. To set foot on Tavarua Island is to enter a realm that transcends preconceptions. Beyond the perfect waves, the diverse marine life, and the captivating nights lies an essence, an intangible spirit that captivates, inspires, and lingers when you get home.

There's a famous philosophical thought experiment by Thomas Nagel "What is it Like to Be a Bat?" in which he argues that consciousness cannot be explained using reason due to its fundamentally subjective nature. Well, reckon Tavarua is the same. No matter what you've read over the past few decades, no matter what photos you've seen, you simply can't understand it rationally: you need to experience it. What is it like to spend a week on Tavarua Island? If you want to know, you have to go and even then you'll barely scratch the surface.

The Jewel of the Kimberley Journey Beyond and Paspaley Launch New Touring Experience

In a collaboration between two iconic Australian brands, Journey Beyond and Paspaley, a new touring experience is set to redefine luxury exploration in the Kimberley region. The fusion of Journey Beyond's expertise in experiential tourism and Paspaley's mastery in pearling promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Australia's pearling heritage.

Chris Tallent, CEO of Journey Beyond, expresses his enthusiasm, stating, "The new tour offers visitors to Broome the opportunity to experience the most beautiful pearls in the world from a behind-the-scenes perspective." With

Paspaley's Pearl Farm in Roebuck Bay as the centerpiece, guests will experience a voyage that dives into the history, romance, and meticulous craftsmanship behind each lustrous pearl.

The adventure begins at Gantheaume Point Beach, where guests are whisked away to their seagoing vessel, setting sail for Roebuck Bay. Against the backdrop of crimson sands and the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, travellers will immerse themselves in the narrative of pearling history while cruising through the Ramsar Nature Reserve wetland site.

On reaching Roebuck Bay, guests are greeted by the enchanting world of the Paspaley Pearl Farm, where they will discover the intricate process of pearl cultivation. Paspaley's commitment to marine stewardship and scientific innovation ensures the production of

Embrace Holistic Living Barossa Wellness Experiences

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Barossa Valley, where Barossa Wellness Retreats await to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Just a short drive from Adelaide, these transformative retreats offer a holistic approach to health and wellness, providing tailored experiences and support services to inspire and empower you on your journey to wellbeing.

Retreats

Discover a diverse range of retreat options designed to cater to every need and desire. Whether you're seeking a Spring Wellness getaway, cosy Winter Warmers retreat, or a bespoke Corporate Retreat, Barossa Wellness has something for everyone. Special Life Event Retreats and Day Retreats are also available, ensuring that every occasion is celebrated in style and serenity. Let Barossa Wellness take care of everything while you indulge in a nourishing blend of yoga, meditation, mindfulness, self-development, movement, and deliciously wholesome food, all set against the backdrop of the stunning Barossa landscape.

unparalleled pearls that epitomise the raw beauty of nature.

After an exploration of the farm, guests return to Broome to visit the Paspaley Boutique, where they are invited to admire the brand's exquisite jewellery collections.

With departures scheduled for both morning and afternoon, the Paspaley Pearl Farm Tour promises to be a highlight of any Kimberley itinerary, offering travellers a rare glimpse into the world of Australian pearling. As bookings open via Journey Beyond's website, anticipation builds for a journey that seamlessly intertwines luxury, heritage, and natural splendor in the heart of the Kimberley.

Scheduled to commence operations in June 2024.

SA shines as a destination for mature travellers

In a celebration of travel and adventure for the over 50s, the recently announced Grey Nomad Awards recognised seven outstanding South Australian tourism experiences, showcasing the state's appeal to mature travellers.

With 14 categories spanning a range of tourism offerings, including two new categories aimed at acknowledging organisations that cater to the needs of mature age travellers, the awards provide verified information that guides the travel decisions for over 50s on where to travel, where to stay and what to experience along the way.

While Bullara Station from Western Australia took home the prestigious Best of the Best Award, South Australia proudly claimed its place among the winners, proving that the state is home to some truly remarkable experiences for mature travellers. Among the winners, South Australia's offerings stood out for their unique appeal and exceptional quality.

BUCKET LIST SA

From encountering majestic marine life to exploring submerged wonders, SA offers some of the most thrilling and awe-inspiring experiences beneath (and on!) the surface of its azure waters.

WHALE WATCHING

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Southern Fleurieu Peninsula, whale watching season from May to October promises an unforgettable spectacle. As Southern Right whales migrate to the tranquil waters of Encounter Bay, visitors have the rare opportunity to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. From playful Humpback whales to charming dolphins and seals, the coastline comes alive with marine activity, offering a memorable experience for all.

Experiences and Events

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration with Barossa Wellness experiences that nurture and uplift your mind, body, and spirit. From guided walking tours to mindfulness sessions, culinary experiences, and movement workshops, each activity is thoughtfully curated to enrich your overall wellbeing. Whether you prefer to bask in the tranquillity of nature or engage in dynamic movement practices, Barossa Wellness offers a variety of signature experiences or can tailormake your ideal itinerary to ensure a truly unforgettable stay in the Barossa.

Coaching and Courses

In addition to retreats and experiences, Barossa Wellness provides coaching and courses designed to empower you to live your best, healthiest, and most balanced life. Gain valuable insights and practical tools to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience, guided by experienced wellness professionals dedicated to supporting your journey towards holistic wellness.

Indulge in the ultimate wellness retreat experience amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Barossa Valley, where relaxation, rejuvenation, and transformation await at every turn.

109-111 Murray Street, Tanunda barossawellness.com.au @barossawellness

In the Best Community Stay category, Berri Riverside Holiday Park in the Riverland region captured the hearts of travellers with its picturesque location and warm hospitality, providing a memorable retreat for mature age visitors.

Meanwhile, Cleve Showgrounds RV Park on the Eyre Peninsula was also recognised for its outstanding community stay experience, offering travellers a comfortable and welcoming environment to unwind and connect with nature.

South Australia's Flinders Ranges and Outback region also received accolades, with the Flinders Ranges Self Drive Loop earning a Bronze Award for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, providing travellers with an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Australian outback.

SA WINNERS

Gold

* Best Community Stay: Berri Riverside Holiday Park, Riverland Silver

* Best Community Stay: Cleve Showgrounds RV Park Eyre Peninsula

* Best Large Caravan Park: Berri Riverside Holiday Park Riverland

* Best Trail: Flinders Ranges Self Drive Loop Flinders Ranges and Outback SA

* Best Pub Stay: Overland Corner Hotel Riverland

Bronze

* Best Freedom Stay: Mikkira Station Koala Sanctuary, Eyre Peninsula

* Best Grey Nomad Friendly Town: Port Pirie, Flinders Ranges and Outback SA

* Best Pub Stay: The Cradock Hotel, Cradock, Flinders Ranges and Outback SA

The awards also saw the introduction of new Best Grey Nomad Experience in State Winners:

* SA: Port Pirie, Flinders Ranges and Outback

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EAT OYSTERS IN COFFIN BAY

Enjoy Coffin Bay's famous oysters and its stunning clear waters. With an range of water sports available, from surfing to scuba diving, and the chance to spot passing whales or explore bush trails, Coffin Bay offers endless opportunities for adventure. However, the highlight of any visit has to be the Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour, where you can wade among the oyster beds and savour the taste of freshly shucked delicacies straight from the source. It's an experience like no other in South Australia.

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DIGGING DEEP

The Art of Opal Miner George Cooley

Interview by Olivia Williams

George Cooley, a senior man and community leader from Coober Pedy, embodies a deep connection to his Country and its rich heritage. Holding leadership roles within the Umoona and Coober Pedy communities, George is not only a respected figure but also a talented artist and opal miner. His artistic journey evolves against the backdrop of the breathtaking landscape surrounding Coober Pedy, with a particular focus on the iconic Breakaways, situated 25km north of the township. These rugged hills and plains serve as a canvas for George's artistic expression, capturing the essence of the ochre-colored terrain he holds dear.

George Cooley's unique perspective as both an opal miner and an artist provides deep insight into the landscape and culture of Coober Pedy. In this interview, we chat with George about the intersection of these two disciplines in his artwork, exploring the profound connection between the earth's treasures and artistic expression.

There’s something about the Australian environment that makes you want to belong to it; makes you want to love it more and more and makes you want to care for it.

Your dual roles as an opal miner and artist offer a unique perspective on the landscape of Coober Pedy. Can you elaborate on how these two disciplines intersect in your artwork?

It’s fairly significant because I think people need to understand that the township of Coober Pedy is situated on the Stuart Ranges and what happens is the opal fields have a border and a boundary, and when I go out and mine, I’m mining on that area. There's some beautiful country in that area that draws you to paint it. There’s something about the Australian environment that makes you want to belong to it; makes you want to love it more and more and makes you want to care for it. I want people to see the beauty and the independence of the country we’re living in and I can do that through my painting of the Breakaways.

The Kanku Breakaways are a significant site for the traditional owners. Can you tell us more about your connection to this place and why it holds such importance for you?

In recent times it was identified as a significant site and recently made into a tourist sanctuary. One of the significant things about the Breakaways is its natural beauty, and carved creation. I’m not a traditional owner to that area but I’ve been on country for a long time and I’ve been taught the knowledge of that area, and by gathering for bush tucker and taking the family on country you learn many things about it. The country stands out in its beauty. Traditional owners recognise the country is a significant part of their story.

You've spoken about capturing the ochre colours and the beauty of the environment. How do you translate these sensory experiences onto the canvas?

Well there’s a beauty and a spiritual sense of it on this painted dessert country, not just the breakaways specifically but the further you go out on the Stuart Ranges the country is so vast and magnificent. You’ve got to be there to see it…to believe the rich ochre colours. The colour palette is a result of it being an ancient sea bed. I call it God’s country, as if it was carved and painted by God’s hand. My time visiting country since I arrived here, mixed together with experience as an opal miner has given me the exposure to country and what the country looks like, as it’s captured in my memory. The deeper you go into it, it exposes the painted desert colours of the ranges. I paint from memory, this beautiful country that I live on. The colour and scenery change as you move along the road. Although it looks pink, it’s reddish and has stand out whites, yellows and purples and some areas where it’s almost orange and black. During sunrise and sunset, the colours change, and I try to capture all these qualities and transformations in my paintings.

Your 9-metre artwork is set to be a centrepiece of the Adelaide Biennial. Could you give us a sneak peek into the themes and messages that it portrays?

It’s a 9 metre by 3-metre work. Its essence is to capture and take you to the painted desert country environment ‘The Breakaways’. I’d like to think it shows you how arid but beautiful my country is, it’s made of sandstone and the natural blends of colours it emulates. From a personal note, it’s a walk on country showing what it’s like to live on country.

As a senior cultural man in the Umoona community, you have deep roots in the region. How do you balance tradition and innovation in your art?

I’m a senior indigenous Elder from the Umoona Community and the Coober Pedy region and I’ve been in the area a long time and learnt the language of that group. While living there and going out on country, mining and visiting I got to know a lot of areas of the country. You quickly learn to identify the sacred sites and cultural sites when you go out on country and experience it. That’s the way you learn, you go out with your family, and the traditional owners tell you about their country and you get a sense of what is cultural and sensitive to them. On Country is a roadmap to me you’ve got to know where to go and not be disrespectful of areas.

For the attendees of The Studio at AGSA, you're providing an interactive experience to simulate the process of opal mining through art. Can you walk us through the steps and what participants can expect? The South Australian Museum have kindly loaned some beautiful opals from Coober Pedy on display in the Studio for kids and families to learn and be inspired from. Also on display in the Gallery’s main foyer is the Virgin Rainbow, the most expensive opal in the world. Together through my art works, families can view and learn about the country, how it was actually an ancient eroded seabed, exposing maybe four layers of sandstone and ochre colours. Opal is made by trapped water and minerals soaked into the rocks over years and years.

I hope the Studio will inspire kids to recognise the beauty of the country and the aura of the opals. For me it becomes spiritual…something spiritual pulling you in. Once you hear the stories behind the painted desert country, why it’s there, you start to get a feel for the country.

I paint from memory, this beautiful country that I live on.

How does your Indigenous heritage influence your art practice and storytelling?

My time in Coober Pedy began when I moved in the late 50s, there weren’t many people there and quite a few people came over later after being moved away from Maralinga and other areas. Coober Pedy was discovered in the 1900’s and Umoona was established around the 60s and early 70s. The Aboriginal affairs system started a reserve structure through the Lutheran church and the area was set aside for Aboriginal people. It wasn’t just for the traditional owners, there’s a bit of a difference. I had both my feet in two areas. I spent a long time establishing Umoona on the edge of the township of Coober Pedy. Many of those that lived in Coober Pedy became Opal miners.

My painting journey began approximately 3 years ago. I have many tools in my kit bag; I’m an opal miner, storyteller, bush ballad singer songwriter and musician. I love telling my story about country both through song and on canvas. Once I picked up the paintbrush I was hooked, it came about naturally to me, and I can recall my country. It takes me back to country when I paint…it brings me great joy.

Looking at the larger context of Australian art and culture, how do you see your work contributing to the broader narrative of indigenous and contemporary Australian art? It was only a short three years ago that I took up painting and I didn’t know the art scene or the art language. It's really only in this exhibition that I’ve been able to see there’s more to art than just putting it on the board. I’m not sure where art is going to take me, but I’ve seen what can come of it from exhibiting in major exhibitions. I’ve been to Darwin for the Telstra Awards, and to Sydney and Melbourne with my art and now the Biennial. I haven’t planned the future yet for me, I’m just seeing what comes next and hoping that those who are following me can come on this journey with me and find treasure, because there’s beauty in this country and I’m expressing that on canvas.

The Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art is exhibiting from 1 March to 2 June in association with the Adelaide Festival at AGSA.

The Adelaide Biennial features 24 of Australia’s most exciting contemporary artists, Inner Sanctum offers an encounter with artists and poets interested in the human condition.

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More is More in the Home of Late Collector David Roche

Walking into someone’s home shines a light on who they are as people, their style, quirks, and passions. Walking into the home of the late collector of arts and objects and extreme ‘maximalist’, David Roche AM, is both eye opening and impressive.

There was no place in David’s home for minimalism and the sheer number of objects, ephemera, paintings and pieces with international provenances and historical value in his house boggles the mind. David was famously known to think everything looked better gilded, and so his home overflows with gold objects and gilded frames.

Inspired by the many house museums he visited around the world, David Roche established The David Roche Foundation in 1999 to preserve his own collection of some 3500 objects with the ultimate aim of converting his home, Fermoy House, into a museum.

The 1890s Federation-style villa now adjoined by a contemporary gallery designed by architect David Burton of Williams Burton Leopardi opened to the public for guided tours and curated exhibitions in 2016 just three years after David’s death at age 83.

Objects had to be removed from Fermoy House – so named after David’s FrenchIrish grandparents - and put in storage to make room for visitors to tour the rooms!

One of six children, David Jerome Roche was born in 1930 to a successful family. Their Adelaide Development Company provided him with an income and David straddled two very different and separate worlds. He also produced prize-winning Afghans, Kerry blue terriers and smoothcoat fox terriers in kennels on his Melbourne Street property in North Adelaide.

David had said he wanted the house museum to be an invitation to ‘Come into my home and share how I lived.’

The collection features French rococo and Russian Fabergé. Notable ceramics include Meissen, Chelsea, Sevres, Worcester and Gardner porcelain from the 18th century.

The main focus of the collection is on European decorative art spanning a period from 1690–1920 — and includes clocks, textiles, paintings, furniture, English porcelain, and ornaments.

The simplest English pottery shares a stage with the Queen of Romania’s Fabergé parasol handle. Each piece was carefully curated by David Roche to fill a specific space, whether in the Chinoiserie-themed bedroom, with its bespoke de Gournay wallpaper; the military dining room; the formal yellow drawing room; or the Russian room decorated in the style of Empress Maria Feodorovna’s Pavlovsk Palace.

The way David Roche conceptualised and displayed his collection has been maintained: each room has a distinct theme and when acquiring pieces, David always had a room and place in mind.

David Roche once said: “It took much persuasion for me to believe that my little collection was good enough to do more than give me pleasure.” But it seems it is. The gift of his estate and collection being one of the largest ever in South Australia.

David’s two greatest passions were dogs and antiques. He attended his first dog show at the age of nine and owned his first antiques at 17. He said his passions had much in common. “The ‘eye’ that is required to be a top dog judge can easily be applied to antiques. With the eye comes the ability to assess things quickly and easily.”

These passions took David around the world many times. He travelled regularly and for several months at a time –including England, the US and Canada, France, South Africa, Spain, India, Russia, Japan, Turkey, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia, always with an eye to acquiring the best of the best or objects that took his fancy. Great works of art keep company with tin toys, making a tour of Fermoy House worthy of a history lesson and great entertainment.

Touring the David Roche Collection is an intimate affair. Guides take you through the home which is devoid of barriers, labels or didactic panels. They introduce you to items and to the collector: where he bought items, from whom, stories of his trips, judging and showing dogs, people he knew, and how he lived in his house. It is as much an experience about the man as the art, because people respond enthusiastically and somewhat stunned by what surrounds them.

A tour of his home begins on the ‘Green landing’ with his collection of walking canes and reference library of Kennel Club journals, canine books and bronzes. The ‘Russian Room’ follows, themed from Pavlovsk Palace, St Petersburg and Maria Feodorovna. The room is centred with a Swedish chandelier and contains some of David’s most prized malachite objects. An important ormolu-mounted Secretaire

David’s most treasured room was his bedroom, filled with English Regency and French Empire period furniture, paintings and sculpture. Two Regency demi-lune vitrines display mainly English and European miniatures, objets, small bronzes and ceramics. The bespoke Zoffany ‘oakgarland’ wallpaper was ordered in Britain, and an exquisite set of curtains in the High-Regency style, created a room that David adored. It is filled with his favourite neoclassical paintings on themes of love, passion and duty.

His every-day and evening room, the ‘Den’ was David’s Englishman’s study. The walls are lined in green linen and devoted to images of racing, hunting, coursing and canine portraits. Pottery abounds and the furniture is English mahogany and rosewood. Pivotal to the room is Maud Earl’s c.1900 oil on canvas of A Pointer in a landscape at sunset, which David knew from the walls of the London Kennel Club. The formal drawing room is semiFrench-themed and beautifully decorated in yellow-gold silk, selected by David with interior designer Angus Foulds. David acquired an important pair of Italian

Mars and Minerva polychrome painted vitrines, c.1790, to display the finest of his European ceramics. In the bay window is an English ebonised Writing table, c.1815, with David’s superb Russian Vase, c.1830, behind on pedestal.

A more feminine room, designed for David’s mother, the ‘Chinoiserie bedroom’ contains European Chinoiserie as well as Chinese and Japanese art. An 18thcentury rock crystal chandelier centres the room, and the walls are covered in de Gournay’s bespoke ‘Askew’ Chinoiseriepatterned wallpaper.

In contrast, the dining room with its blood red paper is completely masculine. The walls are adorned with portraits of officers, including George Dawe’s 1818 portrait of General Alava and paintings of regiments and horses. Of great interest is the large gilt-metal Argand lamp, designed by George Bullock and his breakfront sideboard.

The tour of the house ends in David’s kitchen, which is unlike any other. The printed-hessian walls and kitchen dresser support a showcase of nursery pottery, boxes, novelties, toys, mechanical money boxes and naive items that collectively found a place in this much-used room. The kitchen is a source of enchantment

for visitors. His kitchen is truly ‘the hearth’ of his home, lined with mementoes from childhood, travels, and good times.

The way David Roche conceptualised and displayed his collection has been maintained: each room has a distinct theme and when acquiring pieces, David always had a room and place in mind.

The new Gallery wing, consisting of three generously proportioned galleries, gives people a chance to relax after the visual overload of the house. Here, the collection or pieces loaned from other institutions and private collectors depending on the exhibition theme, are curated like an art gallery.

“Over the past seven years the Museum has embedded itself in the cultural life of South Australians by offering contemporary exhibitions during the South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival as well as holding events as part of the Adelaide Festival, History Festival and Feast Festival” said Robert Reason, Museum Director, The David Roche Foundation.

David Roche was posthumously awarded an AM (Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia) in June 2013 in recognition of his service to the community as a benefactor to cultural institutions, a significant supporter and figure in the canine world and for bequeathing his home and collection for the benefit of South Australia.

At the time of publication, The David Roche Foundation had started the process of changing its name to David Roche Gallery.

To see David’s remarkable collection, book a tour of Fermoy House, open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Walk-ins are welcome in the Gallery and tickets to exhibitions can be purchased at the front desk. rochefoundation.com.au

by Noach Sorman and a portrait of Catherine the Great, attributed to Johann Baptist Lampi, are other highlights of this stunning room.

Not Alone In Loneliness

By Stacey Lee, FiveAA

Loneliness isn’t something I ever thought I’d encounter. I’m not sure any of us ever do. I like my own time, I’m very comfortable in my own company and I often choose to be ‘lonely’ on a long walk or sitting at a café on my own on my day off. But that’s not ‘loneliness’ really, is it? I’m a married woman, with an extremely cute, but overly clingy, dog – Murray. How could I ever be lonely?

Ben, my husband, is overseas for three weeks to celebrate a friend’s wedding (lucky him!) and we had family in the lead-up to the trip asking, “how will you cope without each other?” I know it was coming from a good place, but I couldn’t help but get defensive whenever they did ask. I’d brush it off and respond with something quite dismissive, “We’ll be fine, we’re adults, it’s only a few weeks.”

And that’s still true, but I was somewhat surprised at how I’m feeling about it now. The first few days were actually quite fun. I caught up with a friend for a drink after work, I ate cheese and crackers for dinner because I could, I went to that early gym class because I didn’t have to worry about the earlier alarm waking someone else up. I felt like I was in my 20s again living the (sort of) single life.

“Recent statistics from Uniting Communities show 66% of South Aussies have reported experiencing loneliness. And we’re also reporting our highest rates of loneliness since March 2020. I was shocked at that last one. We’re more lonely now than we were during the pandemic. When we were forced to be locked up. Surely not!?

But that feeling of freedom quickly shifted to boredom. No one to debrief with, no one to cheekily tell me I can have that extra piece of chocolate on the couch – I deserve it, and no one to pick up the dog poo from the backyard.

Then I went to buy the groceries, albeit a much quicker trip and shorter list, and I got to the register and saw the self-serve. I barely ever use them unless I’m just stopping in quickly to buy one thing (usually the aforementioned chocolate bar), but this time felt different. I REALLY didn’t want to serve myself, not because it’s a headache and I never pack the bag right… but because I wanted to talk to someone. A human.

I’ve never experienced that feeling before, and I’m lucky to be able to say that. But the more I investigated, the more I realised I’m not alone. Recent statistics from Uniting Communities show 66% of South Aussies have reported experiencing loneliness. And we’re also reporting our highest rates of loneliness since March 2020. I was shocked at that last one. We’re more lonely now than we were during the pandemic. When we were forced to be locked up. Surely not!?

Thankfully, Uniting says there are things we can do; join a group activity, use public transport and help to raise awareness about loneliness. So instead of heading to the gym to (poorly) pump iron on my own I’ve now joined a local group fitness class and I hope by writing this I can help raise some awareness. In a strange, and somewhat twisted, way it makes me feel better knowing I’m not alone in feeling lonely.

10 THINGS TO DO IF YOU’RE FEELING LONELY

It's possible to feel lonely even when you're surrounded by others. If you're tired of feeling this way and want to make some connections, try taking some of these steps.

Break the ice with small talk

Start by chatting with the checkout person at the supermarket or sending a text to a friend. It might feel awkward at first, but these small interactions can help you feel more comfortable.

Connect with like-minded people

Join clubs or groups that match your interests, whether it's art, music, or books. Check out local community centres to find people who enjoy similar activities.

Stay active

Exercise is not only good for your health but also a great way to meet new people. Look for beginnerfriendly exercise groups or social sports leagues in your area.

Say yes to new experiences

Challenge yourself to say yes to opportunities to hang out, even if you're feeling hesitant. You might find yourself enjoying things more than you expected.

Enjoy your own company

Spending time alone can be valuable too. Grab a good book or relax with a favourite podcast or music.

Accept your feelings

Allow yourself to experience loneliness without judgement. Validate your emotions and practice self-compassion.

Write it out

Expressing your feelings through writing can help you process emotions and gain clarity. Consider journaling or using a journaling app.

Spend time with animals

Animals can provide companionship and reduce feelings of loneliness. Offer to walk a neighbour's dog or visit a friend's cat.

Volunteer

Volunteering connects you with your community and gives you a sense of purpose. Explore opportunities on websites like govolunteer.com.au.

Seek professional help if needed If you're still struggling with loneliness, don't hesitate to seek support from a GP or counsellor. Remember, it's okay to ask for help.

Stacey Lee hosts FIVEaa Afternoons, 1:30-4pm Weekdays on FIVEaa

Celebrating Twenty-One Years of Artistic Excellence At T’Arts Collective

That’s twenty-one remarkable years of both artistic quality and commercial success, growing in strength over the decades. The gallery showcases a fascinating array of artworks in various genres, techniques, and media—from textiles and wearable art to jewellery, printmaking, painting, sculpture, leather, resin ware, ceramics, metal, wood, and glass.

“T’Arts” is short for “Textile and Arts.” Unlike many collectives, it has been operating almost without a hitch for all this time—an amazing result for such a large group of creative, independent women and men. It works because of the enormous effort put in by individual members and the goodwill that the group itself generates, both for its member artists and for their many loyal customers.

T’Arts is a not-for-profit organisation managed and operated by its 34

members—at the moment, 32 from South Australia and 2 from interstate. This means, amongst other things, that the commission it charges on members’ work is minimal (20%) and designed only to cover the costs of operation of the gallery, promotion, and marketing. The absence of paid staff, and the equal sharing of rent, makes this possible. Membership is by selection, and successful applicants must commit to a full year of membership, pay their share of the rent, work in the gallery shop one day per month, belong to very active working committees, and attend planning meetings.

Each year, some members leave and new ones begin. The gallery also changes displays approximately every two months, giving member artists and invited guest artists a window display that is different each month. One of T’Arts' attractions is that every time you come into the shop, there are new things to see, and there is always one of the artists on duty to answer any questions you might have.

It’s located in the heritage-listed Adelaide Arcade, a ‘destination shopping’ locale with many other niche outlets. Quality assurance applies to all art on show, and the selection of new members is based on a detailed inspection of the level of skill and creativity in their work. Thereafter, a quality assurance policy enables the Collective to keep an eye on everything that is brought into the gallery to assess its suitability.

10g Gays Arcade, Adelaide tartscollective.com.au

Reviews

Film Review

The Taste of Things (M)

By Dave Bradley Book

Review

French-Vietnamese filmmaker Trân Anh Hùng’s simply gorgeous period drama is known by many titles, and is also inspired by a character created by Swiss author Marcel Rouff in 1924, but you really don’t need to know any of that to fully appreciate this lovely, lyrical epic.

Eugénie (Juliette Binoche) and Dodin (Benoît Magimel) live on a French country estate back in 1889, and both are introduced in a wonderfully elaborate (and hunger-inducing) sequence where they lovingly prepare an extravagant (and boozy) meal for five old friends. This curtain-raising opener goes on for more than 17 minutes, but it never once gets dull, and so much is conveyed about the characters here that it’s completely necessary.

Cook Eugénie and famed gourmand Dodin are surprisingly modern: they’re long-term romantic partners, and very much love and respect each other, but they’re not married (!!!). They live in separate rooms in the large house, but Dodin frequently “visits” her at night, which is a set-up they’ve always found mutually satisfying, but change is coming and, suddenly, the clock might well be ticking.

Juliette and Benoît are pretty much perfection here, and surely director Hung cast them due to the fact that they had a five-year relationship offscreen (they have a daughter too), which means that there’s already a certain warmth and ease between the pair. They’re matched, as well, by Galatea Bellugi as Dodin’s trusted assistant Violette, and Bonnie Chagneau-Ravoire (in her first film) as Pauline, Violette’s young niece and already a prodigy in the “culinary arts”.

It also must be noted AGAIN just how much European movies differ from US blockbusters. Where else could the luminous Binoche (who recently turned 60) ever be allowed to show her sensual and sexy side, and two ‘older’ people be depicted as happily enjoying active intimate lives?

In an American pic they’d have to be punished!

Investigative reporter Milligan’s first novel (after two nonfiction books) is a nightmarish character study that really ratchets the suspense up and up (and up), even as a streak of terrible humour creeps in, here and there.

An award-winning journalist (just like Milligan, from the ABC’s 7.30 and Four Corners) named Kate Delaney is out drinking with friends in Melbourne one Saturday evening, but when she resists the sleazy advances of a stranger, he sexually assaults her, ties her up, and takes her on a trip over the New South Wales border, mostly because he doesn’t know what else to do. No supervillain or Hannibal Lecter type, the unnamed ‘The Guy’ is a bit of an idiot, but that doesn’t make him any less dangerous, and Milligan allows us unfiltered access to what’s going on in his mind. And it’s not pretty.

However, this is (fortunately) mostly about Kate, who uses all her journalistic skills and experience to predict what’s soon to come, how to deal with it, and how best to escape - or just survive. Her interior thoughts are understandably more scattered, but as time passes, she thinks about her life and times up to this point, in elaborate and at times funny detail.

On their tail, of course, are her solicitor boyfriend Luke (who is naturally only now realising that he truly loves her) and her devoted bestie Sylvia, both of whom are on hand to clash with the cops on the case: tough Detective Sergeant John Dooley and the increasingly traumatised Peter D’Ambrosio. These two are frequently left baffled by ‘The Guy’ and his movements but, again, this is less to do with his ingenious criminal plans, and more just sheer luck.

Cleverly drawing on Milligan’s own experience with the ABC (and her time as High Court reporter for The Australian), this can occasionally feel like it has too many backstories and diversions, and yet Milligan needs them all to make the story work. And work it certainly does.

Scarily well.

The Menopause Brain

By Tarryn Fisher

By Trinny Woodall

By Lisa Mosconi

Look who’s back in hot water! The highly anticipated new novel in The Tea Ladies mystery series, a runaway bestseller of the year.

In ZigZag Lane, in the heart of Sydney’s ragtrade district, tea ladies Hazel, Betty and Irene find themselves in hot water. Having already solved a murder, kidnapping and arson case, and outwitting an arch criminal, they have proved themselves a useful resource and earned the respect of a local police officer. Now he needs their help to solve a plot that threatens security. As if that’s not enough, Irene gets a coded message directing her to the spoils of a bank robbery, which sends the tea ladies on a treasure hunt with an unexpected outcome.

$34.99, Penguin

Allen & Unwin

RRP $32.99 (paperback)

The New York Times bestselling author of The XX Brain outlines the latest science showing how to navigate perimenopause and menopause successfully, and come out the other side with an even better brain.

Menopause and perimenopause are still a black box to most doctors, leaving patients exasperated as they grapple with symptoms ranging from hot flushes to insomnia and brain fog. As a leading neuroscientist and women's brain health specialist, Dr Lisa Mosconi unravels the mystery by revealing how menopause doesn't impact just the ovaries, but is a hormonal show in which the brain takes centre stage.

$34.99, Allen & Unwin

Iris Walsh saw her twin sister, Piper, get kidnapped – so why does no one believe her? Iris narrowly escaped her pretty, popular twin sister’s fate as a teen – vanished long before the cops agreed to investigate. With no evidence to go on but a few fractured memories, the case quickly went cold.

Now an adult, Iris wants one thing – proof. And if the police still won’t help, she’ll just have to find it her own way; by interning at the isolated Shoal Island Hospital for the criminally insane, where secrets lurk in the shadows and are kept under lock and key.

Fearless is a collection of everything Trinny has learnt throughout her life and career, and it will empower you to feel confident at every stage of your life.

This manual can be used as inspiration to challenge yourself; whether you need help with putting together an outfit that will make you feel great, knowing how to care for your skin, finding the colours that suit you and choosing makeup that enhances your natural beauty, Fearless includes all the tools you need to understand what suits you and will bring you joy.

$49.99, HQ

Gentleman In Moscow By

Amor Towles

On 21 June 1922, Count Alexander Rostov - recipient of the Order of Saint Andrew, member of the Jockey Club, Master of the Hunt - is escorted out of the Kremlin, across Red Square and through the elegant revolving doors of the Hotel Metropol.

Deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal, the Count has been sentenced to house arrest indefinitely. But instead of his usual suite, he must now live in an attic room while Russia undergoes decades of tumultuous upheaval. Can a life without luxury be the richest of all?

$22.99, Penguin

$32.99, HQ Fall into these compelling reads for Autumn 2024.

his father's sexual abuse of a minor, but it was too late. His glittering megachurch had disowned him. How had it come to this? And how did Hillsong, the brightest star of international evangelical Christianity, fall to earth so spectacularly?

$34.99, Allen & Unwin

The Taste Of Things is now screening in selected cinemas

Pheasants Nest by Louise Milligan

The Cryptic Clue By Amanda Hampson

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Mine is the Kingdom

By David Hardaker

In 2023 the curtain finally came down on Brian Houston. The rock star of Pentecostalism, former Global Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church, was acquitted of concealing

Fearless

Good Half Gone

LET PK ENTERTAIN YOU!

Paul Kitching - aka PK - from Fuller Brand Communication has been out and about enough over his 50+ years to still have his finger on the pulse for the best things to see, do and enjoy in our excellent state. Whilst we all know life starts at 50, we also know what we like right?! And yes, we are choosy about how we dedicate our precious spare time. With lots on offer, PK reckons these gems are all worthy…

The Woman In Black Dunstan Playhouse Wed May 15 – Sun May 26

"One of British theatre's biggest, and scariest, hits.” (The Guardian), there's a reason this must-see show is Britain’s second longest running play after The Mousetrap. After three decades in the West End it's coming to town starring the talented John Waters and Daniel MacPherson. This gripping, thrilling theatrical exploration of terror is unmissable and only here for a strictly limited season.

And don’t miss...

Missy Higgins

Her Majesty's Theatre

Thu May 30 - Fri May 31 | Fri Jun 21

Can you believe it's been 20 years since Missy Higgins and that distinctive voice of hers impressed us all with the trailblazing debut, The Sound Of White? This promises to be an anniversary tour with a difference where this Aussie legend first eases into some of her hits and new songs, all stripped back, acoustic; before joining her full band to perform The Sound Of White in its entirety. Don’t miss the special return of the wonderful Missy Higgins.

Beating Up The Beatles

Carclew Ballroom

Fri May 31 - Sat Jun 1

Have you discovered the vocal powerhouse Charlee Watt yet? Featuring some of Adelaide's best young jazz musicians under the direction of David Goodwin this clever live show re-imagines jazz and soul/funk interpretations of Beatles standards by the likes of Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall and others. With innovations by Charlee Watt and some entirely new arrangements of old songs you already love, don't miss ‘Beating up the Beatles’.

Lisa Simone Adelaide Festival Centre Sat Jun 22

Yes, this is Nina Simone's mother! Dame Lisa Simone’s voice has earned her almost every accolade, with starring roles on Broadway, to albums topping the jazz charts. This highly anticipated Adelaide exclusive, entitled ‘Keeper Of The Flame’, sees Lisa Simone sing many of the classic songs made famous by her mother, the High Priestess of Soul, Dr Nina Simone. With a 16-piece band and everything from the tender ballad Black Is The Colour, to the gutsy brasscrescendos of Feelin’ Good, this premiere will be a must see show!

The King of Pop Show: Michael Jackson Live Concert Experience

Her Majesty's Theatre

Fri Jun 28

This power packed performance features the dynamic showmanship of TJ Cappola who embodies the character, vocals and persona of Michael Jackson to perfection. Together with a live band, professional dancers, identical dance choreography, replica costuming and a state-of-the-art lighting spectacular. The King of Pop Show is said to be the most authentic and electrifying live tribute to Michael Jackson you’ll see.

Mon Jul 22

Before they were known as the “best rock band on earth”, former theatre students Jack Black and Kyle Gass first formed Tenacious D back in the late ‘90s in Los Angeles. No one could have ever dreamed of where the band’s genius would take them. Following massive sold out shows across the globe this GRAMMY®-winning dynamic duo bring their Spicy Meatball Tour down to Australia & NZ for the first time since 2013. Maybe we’ll even get some bonus Britney covers! Don’t miss the mad energy that is Tenacious D!

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Melissa Etheridge

Martha Wainwright

Engelbert Humperdinck

Peter Hook & The

Mould Cheese Festival Queens Theatre Jun 7 - 8

Cheese and wine lovers are in for a treat as Mould, Australia's largest cheese festival, and Pinot Palooza, the country's biggest pinot noir party, team up for an unforgettable double-header event. Set to take place at the iconic Queens Theatre over the weekend of Friday, June 7 to Saturday, June 8, this mega celebration promises to be an epic fusion of all things fromage and pinot. Mould will showcase over 50 cheese varieties, spanning from hard to soft, textured to earthy, stinky to mild, with raw milk varieties and everything in between.

Symphonie of the Bicycle Space Theatre May 14 - 25

Over 200 years ago a volcano erupts over Indonesia spreading an ash cloud all the way to Europe, to the home of inventor Karl Von Drais. When his beloved horse passes away due to the ash, Karl, struck by a moment of inspiration, devises a two-wheeled man-powered mode of transport, the humble bicycle. Flash forward to the present day where we meet Hew, an aspiring cyclist stuck in a rut of dead-end jobs and missed opportunities. He harbours a pathological envy of his successful high school friend, Jake, now a professional cyclist. The story of Hew runs parallel with that of two-time Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who risked his life during WWII to secretly transport documents to save Jewish people in Northern Italy.

Jimmy Barnes

Her Majesty’s Theatre

July 5

Jimmy Barnes has announced his return to touring with a series of stripped back and intimate shows. The Hell of a Time tour will celebrate the 30th anniversary of his Flesh and Wood album and will see Jimmy in up-close-and-personal mode, telling short stories and tall tales as well as songs from Flesh and Wood and his extensive catalogue.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

Adelaide Entertainment Centre

Jun 20

Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld will return to Australia in June 2024 with a brand-new show! Seinfeld last toured Australia to sold out arenas in 2017 and is excited to return, he said “I have loved Australia since my first tour there in 1998, and I cannot wait to come back to visit some of the greatest comedy fans in the world.” He is, without a doubt, the world's most renowned and accomplished stand-up comedian. This tour provides an opportunity for Australians to witness the mastery!

Dr Jane Goodall: Reasons for Hope Tour

Adelaide Town Hall

May 31

Dr Jane Goodall is an English ethologist and activist and one of the world’s foremost experts on chimpanzees. After a long absence brought on by the COVID pandemic, Goodall, 89, is delighted to be returning to Australia and New Zealand to meet with her supporters and share her reasons for hope in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. The shows will be a presentation and lecture from Dr Jane Goodall and will include an audience Q & A segment along with a fireside conversation with a moderator.

Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA

Adelaide Showground

Jun 9 - Jul 7

Featuring breathtaking acrobatic performances and the first rain curtain on a touring show, LUZIA takes audiences on a surreal escape to an imaginary Mexico. Incorporating grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, LUZIA will take audiences on a vibrant journey through worlds filled with wonders, playfulness and striking artistry - cleverly bringing to the stage multiple places, faces and sounds of Mexico taken from both tradition and modernity.

Tenacious D Adelaide Entertainment Centre