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The Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford is not your average pub. It boasts a truly seasonal menu, focusing on highlighting local and in-season produce. We deliver dishes that reflect the best of the region, sourcing from local organic farms and produce growers to ensure not only sustainable and tasty dishes, but also generous and deliciously flavoured meals. We take great pride in all of our menu and these Ricotta Fritters are one of our staff favourites. We hope you will enjoy making them at home too.

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INGREDIENTS - 3 eggs, separated - 1 cup (240g) fresh ricotta - 2 tablespoons parmesan, grated RO D Uplain C Eflour - 1/3Pcup (50g) - 40g unsalted butter, melted - 1/3 cup fresh chives, chopped - 1/3 cup fresh chervil, chopped - 1/3 cup parsley leaves, chopped

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4. Heat the leftover butter in a frypan over medium-high heat. Add spoonfuls of the mixture to the pan to make four 8cm fritters.

5. Cook for 1-2 minutes each side until golden, then transfer to a plate, and cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter to make 8 fritters.

6. Top fritters with savoury topping of your choice.

We like to use beetroot, hot smoked trout and local mircoherbs, but these fritters are so versatile that you can choose any topping you like.

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Lost Magazine is an independent monthly magazine circulating throughout Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Kyneton, Trentham, Glenlyon, Castlemaine, Woodend, Creswick, Clunes and surrounds. We also distribute to select Melbourne venues and to an ever-growing subscriber base.

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e certainly are living through interesting times. As I’m sitting inside, feeling lucky to spend my self-isolation in Victoria’s most beautiful region, I’m reminded of my favourite saying. As the story goes, many years ago, a Persian king asked a group of sages and wise men to create a phrase which would be applicable to all imaginable situations. In short, after many failed attempts, they finally succeeded in producing a phrase which satisfied the king: “This too, shall pass”.

Mahmood already started his self healing journey with an afternoon at the Hepburn Bathhouse. Only a short drive up the road, he also visited Lori to listen to the wonderful family story at Camp David Farm.

Thank you to our amazing Lost community, you are the reason this magazine is here. We are so grateful and dedicate this to you.

Anthony took a trip to the farm and bumped into a few alpacas.

Now, let's see what amazing things our team got up to this month!

Larissa popped the celebratory bottle of champagne with Sam and Liam, welcoming their new restaurant and bar, Beppe to the block.

Michael didn't stop with the bottle opening, and shared a nice cold brew with Scott at Red Duck Beer in Ballarat.

Helen dived into the history and warmed our hearts with her words of community regarding the Trentham Spudfest.

Mahmood was then transported to a world of creativity and emotion, as he and Cristina strolled through Blackgallery Daylesford.

As we work through life, onwards and upwards, check out some of the initiatives our region has implemented. Let's continue supporting our community.

Thank you again for your kindness, what better time than ever to get Lost.

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pud farming can be traced as far back as the Inca in Peru, who were the first to cultivate potatoes more than 8,000 years ago. In Trentham, since the early 1900s, a fertile strip of red volcanic soil has made potato farming a mainstay of the town's economy. But potatoes are more than just a product, after rice and wheat, they're the third most important food crop in the world and one of the finest sources of starch, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber.

On the first Saturday in May, spud-lovers from around the state come together to celebrate the Great Trentham Spudfest. “A lot of country fairs, festivals and events try to be like a mini Royal Show​—​Spudfest is just a beautiful country festival,” says Helen MacDonald, the committee convenor for Spudfest. “Regular visitors know they can take home freshly-harvested spuds, from multigenerational spud farming families.”

Trendy Trentham, a nickname bestowed by those from surrounding townships, revives the sentiment of fairs and potato cultivation from bygone years. “Trentham is just such a lovely, grounded little village and the festival reflects that,” explains Helen. “Every year we strive to become more community-focused because we want to share our local produce. So we've definitely increased the emphasis on local vendors, local producers, local supporters.”

When asked what she loves most about the community, Helen recounts a joke she shares

with locals, “We joke about just popping down to the supermarket for five minutes...because a visit to the supermarket almost always takes half an hour, you run into so many friends and have great conversations catching up with locals. It’s truly a connected community.”

At last year's festival, to the tune of banjos and folk songs, dozens of locals braved the light rain to line-up for the famous CFA chips and roast spuds with all the trimmings​—​as well as local food stalls that offer roestis, mash, bravas and potato donuts. “Foodies can also explore the Gourmet Peninsula, where specialist producers share their wares, taste those that tempt, then take them home to enjoy at your leisure,” says Helen. “There will also be wineries, breweries and a cidery as well as the first tastings of a local vodka distillery.”

This year, the fair will extend to four precincts; Quarry Park Spudhub, the Town Square, the Historic Railway station and the Music & Makers on Market. “You can be transported around the village by horse & cart. There’s plenty of things to do, see and hear - a Tractor Pull, Vintage Vehicles, Classic Cars, and this year we’re introducing a Sustainability Expo,” Helen reminds me. “And for those who want the true taste of a country fair, try the home-made potato scones with jam and cream, washed down with a hot cuppa at our Devonshire Tea tent on Market St - yum!”

Trentham Spudfest trenthamspudfest.org.au Saturday 02 May, 10am - 4pm

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Open 7 days 9am ‘till 4pm No reservations

Delicious all day grazing & take away in the enchanted gardens on Wombat Hill.

Join the #wombatpuppyclub - four legged friends are welcome in the garden.

Don’t forget #thedailybake – a selection of slow fermented sourdough loaves, baguettes, croissants, pastries & doughnuts from the bake house at Dairy Flat Farm Daylesford – delivered each morning. Pick some up with your morning coffee!

Available for private parties, gro ups & weddings! @wombathillhouse 7017 5999 wombathillhouse.com.au Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens, Daylesford.

Entry off Central Springs Road at Stanhope St.

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n the middle of the largest concentration of mineral springs across Australia, on the traditional land of the Dja Dja Wurrung, the natural minerals of Hepburn Springs have become the crown jewel of our spa country. The indigenous owners of these lands recognised the area for its healing waters, a place of deep spiritual and ceremonial significance.

Hepburn Springs' only historic bathhouse, has been providing traditional social bathing since 1895. “It makes us a pivotal part of this community,” explains Robbie, our guide to the Bathhouse. “We have our Spring Creek running next to the facility. And in Summer, this means it’s slightly greener. We get lovely wildlife; kookaburras raising their young next to our creekside deck.”

The old bathhouse is a relaxing mosaic of timber, dimly lit colours and the sound of a bamboo flute. “We have maintained the

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As we walk from door to door, each room caters to a different experience; there’s candles and rose petals in one room and a Royal Moroccan Milk Bath in the next. “In the private baths, our mineral water is so potent it’s constantly trying to build rock wherever it touches.” Illuminated by natural light, the textured brutalist baths are framed with monochrome tiles and slick chrome taps.

Robbie quips, “at the moment we are doing a water therapy package, offering a Vichy treatment.” Originating in France, the Vichy Showers stimulate the sensation of floating on water as water is pulsated onto the skin through a set of shower heads. The Vichy treatment improves and increases blood

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circulation around the body, reduces stress and improves the vitality and elasticity of the skin.

The northern-wing, designed by awardwinning architect David Edelman, consists of two social mineral bathing experiences: mineral relaxation bathing and a spa bathing experience. The exclusive S ​ anctuary Bathing​ option offers a modern mineral bathing experience with a fusion of ancient cultural spa bathing traditions. “Balneotherapy, or mineral water bathing, draws mineral water from the original source for a healing and wellness experience.” A row of underwater spa couches

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offer a soothing hydro massage with a view of lush greenery that springs to mind the forests of Tom Roberts’ paintings.

Tucked into a dark adjacent corridor, the ​ Salt and Magnesium Therapy Pool​glows with natural light from a window to the sky. “The pool is an intimate space with concentrated salt water and magnesium wellness benefits.”

The circular chamber echoes the sound of water, ebbing gently.

In the A ​ roma Steam Room​, waves of heat bring your spirit to a stillness that is

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complemented with a subtle aromatic mist.

“The steam room is great for stiff joints and helps with lymph detoxification, improves blood circulation, eases respiratory ailments and boosts the immune system.” On the opposite end, the ​Mineral Hammam​evokes the ornate ambience of an Ottoman bath house, with humid heat radiating between the walls to the tones of dripping water bouncing into a ceramic bowl. “We also offer a complimentary magnesium salt scrub.” The coarse texture helps slough away dead skin cells, while the anti-inflammatory properties prevent irritation.

The crescendo of the experience is a door that breaks the fourth wall, we step outside to the Creekside Spa. As we dip into the steamy spa by the rocky creek, shrouded by the smell of gum and the music of the forest, the words of ​ John of the Mountains​come flowing in, “And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”

Hepburn Bathhouse 5321 6000 hepburnbathhouse.com Mineral Springs Reserve Rd, Hepburn Springs

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St Etienne THEHOUSESDAYLESFORD.COM The spacious lounge is illuminated by natural light, filtering in through large windows on either end of the room. A plush, lshaped couch hugs the corner facing the TV. Free Wi-Fi and Netflix make this lounge a great hub for the whole house.

Unique artworks hang on the walls, lending the space character. On the other side of the lounge, further seating and a gas fire make for a perfect nook to curl up and relax.

Rich wooden furnishings are a call-back to St. Etienne’s past, while the modern colour palette creates a fresh atmosphere.

The kitchen is fitted with a modern breakfast bar and high quality Smeg appliances, while its windows look out into the home’s vibrant garden.

St. Etienne is nestled in its own woodland-style garden, boasting supple birch trees and bursting with beautiful purple flowers. Two sides of the home have verandahs with outdoor settings, ideal for enjoying the fresh air and a good meal.

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he generational winds of change were blowing in Daylesford two years ago when Liam Thornycroft, now 29, and Samantha Mackley, 31, took over the iconic Cliffy’s Emporium, revitalising the ageing institution into one of the town’s most vibrant food and wine hubs. They’ve learned plenty – “I’m prematurely aged, my hair is going grey!” laughs Thornycroft – but the hard work hasn’t nipped their food-focused entrepreneurial spirit in the bud. In very good news for the town and the greater region, they’ve colonised the Raglan Street space until recently housing fine diner Mercato to open easygoing Italian trattoria Beppe. Geographically it’s a neat bookend to Cliffy’s. Directly across Wombat Street, the Beppe courtyard looks directly into the Cliffy’s courtyard. “They’re literally side by side, with Wombat Street and its gorgeous linden trees in between,” says Thornycroft. Helped along

by Paul Hecker of design firm Hecker Guthrie,

a Cliffy’s habitué and friend of the pair, the makeover of the Victorian cottage has it treading the line between sophisticated, rustic and thoroughly welcoming. And spiritually it takes over where the day-time focused Cliffy’s leaves off, taking over the evening trade and adding an Italian flourish across the menu and wine list.

“Sam and I are both very passionate Italian food lovers,” says Thornycroft. “It was a bit of a romantic idea we had to open our own trattoria.”

Mackley’s baker partner Michael Chapman is in charge of the pizza bar and the woodfired Kuma Forni oven, where produce-driven classicism drives toppings such as pork sausage, provolone and peas or a four-cheese version oozing with mozzarella, provolone, gorgonzola and mascarpone. Chef Cameron Roche, who worked for Thornycroft at his now-sold West Footscray café Dumbo and spent two years

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working with esteemed Italian chef Pietro Barbagello at his Carlton restaurant Kaprica, is in charge of the rest of the menu that swings through the greatest hits of one the world’s great food canons: think of a perfect seasonal caprese salad, mussels in sugo or fat pouches of pumpkin-filled ravioli passers-by can see being pleated at the marble-topped bench each morning. Thornycroft’s partner Daniel Condon has put together a wine list that celebrates Italy, with added love for the central Victoria and the state’s bushfire-affected regions, complete with Millennial-bait tasting notes such as “Just a bloody grouse fullbodied red”.

The owners’ youthful worldview is adding other excitement. Look out soon for a secretive takeaway pizza window hidden down the

alleyway. “It’s so you can sneak down the side of Beppe, ring the bell and a light will come on and you can either order your pizza or pick up your takeaway,” says Thornycroft. “It’s all very theatrical. I tend to get takeaway pizza when I’ve had a big night and I’m not exactly looking my best, so this is a way you can rock up in your pyjamas and not have to run through the restaurant.”

Beppe Bar & Kitchen 5312 2778 beppe.com.au 32 Raglan St, Daylesford Visit website for current opening hours and delivery options

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oyal applause, Cedar Hourse Tijera, Cosmic Queen, Evokateur, Rising Hope. This is not an attempt at abstract poetry. These are the spectacular names of some of the finest, most well-reared alpacas that the Macedon Ranges have to offer. These alpacas are pedigreebred with great precision, aiming to produce the healthiest, densest, softest coats, all in pursuit of the perfect camelid fleece. There are many avid breeders and farms all across the country. The Australian Alpaca Foundation represents over 1,000 groups who collectively strive to protect and grow this sustainable and profitable agribusiness.

Regional and national shows are held regularly, to reward and display the elite animals within the industry. The first time I saw an alpaca was actually at one of these events; it was the Royal Alpaca Competition at the Melbourne Show. I was only very young at the time, so I should forgive myself for not being able to tell the difference between an alpaca and a llama (but I won’t). Alpacas, of course, are smaller and slighter than their brutish, coarse-haired cousins.

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embarrassed, and I don’t remember what happened after that, or even which alpaca won, for that matter.

Alpacas are highly social animals, known for being intelligent and observant. They’re even supposed to be very gentle, provided you don’t invade their personal space. Really. Alpacas establish their own boundaries within their families and social groupings, which feature complex, dominance-based hierarchies.

Their methods of communication are equally sophisticated, largely focusing on various kinds of sounds and specific body language, known as ‘poses’.

One such pose, employed by the ‘alpha’ (yes, they are actually called that), is known as the ‘broadside’; a striking side-on posture employed to defend territorial bounds. The term ‘broadside’ is also used to refer to the coordinated fire of a naval ship’s entire cannon battery. Do with that information what you will.

These incredible creatures come from South America, and were first domesticated by the Moche civilization in modern-day Peru, some 900-1000 years in the past. Sadly, wild alpacas are now extinct. Their ancestors first came to the Americas about 45 million years ago.

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At Cliffy’s, the shelves are filled with local produce and good old-fashioned products.

The menu is made up of satisfyingly good food. The wine corner stocked with seriously good local plonk.

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At Cliffy’s, the shelves are filled with local produce and good old-fashioned products. The menu is made up of satisfyingly good food, and the wine corner stocked with seriously good local plonk.

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ocial distancing is something we feel very strongly about. In the hope of reducing the spread of Covid-19, social distancing is the simplest way to help reduce increasing transmission rates.

We can all do our bit to #flatternthecurve and simply #stayathome.

We understand that it can be hard to simply stop life that is filled with routine and human

LO S T A L L O F U S connection, and suddenly be in the same four walls all day... So, we've teamed up with some local businesses who are here to help make this time at home a bit more comfortable.

Whether you're looking for accommodation to self isolate in style, or delicious food and local wine delivery options, we've got it here for you!

FARMERS ARMS HOTEL DAYLESFORD Whether you're wanting lunch, dinner or just a snack, we're here from 12:30 - 8:30pm daily. Head to our website, order & pay for your meal. We’ll cook it for you in real time and once it’s ready one of your usual friendly faces from the pub will deliver it to your door! You’ll be able to enjoy some of your favourite Farmers classics, as well as many more dishes from our seasonal menu!

Our tradition of the Friday night community meat raffle will continue, but like you've never seen it before! Purchase your tickets online, then tune into the Farmers Arms Facebook Live Stream from 7:30pm Friday’s to see if your name is drawn! farmersarmsdaylesford.com.au | 03 5348 2091

KOUKLA @ HOTEL FRANGOS Our social distancing service window is open daily from 7.30am, serving Allpress coffee, food and drinks. We are also offering takeaway and home delivery within Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. hotelfrangos.com.au | 03 5348 2363

SPADE TO BLADE Spade to Blade has created a changing list of prepared ready to heat soups, curries and casseroles that are preservative free, and fridge shelf stable for 4 -8 weeks. Pickup and delivery available. spadetoblade.com | 0448 483 616

DAYLESFORD HOTEL Since when has an Aussie country pub been ‘unsocial’? Well in these tough times, we want to look after our team and our customers, by keeping our great food and hospitality rolling. So, at the Daylesford Hotel you’ll find wide open spaces inside and out to keep your ‘social distance’. And we’ve got the World Health Organisation hygiene measures in place. We all know how quickly things can change, so we are now offering a new TAKEAWAY DINNER MENU. Simply phone your order through and swing by our drive through to collect your dinner, wine, beer … without leaving your car.

Available 7 days from 6-8pm.

In the meantime, if you’re feeling well but maybe a little bored or lonely, call by for a meal and a glass of wine. We’ll be sure to be warmly ‘un-social’ daylesfordhotel.com.au | 03 5348 2335

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BUSTER MCGEE DAYLESFORD Our full inventory is available online, with FREE delivery/click and collect within the Hepburn Shire.

Telephone orders are also now available.

bustermcgee.com.au | (03) 5377 3618

ATTWOODS WINES We will be closing the cellar door for the short term, but are excited to offer FREE delivery on our online store (Usually $10) attwoodswines.com.au/our-wines

SWISS MOUNTAIN HOTEL The Swiss Mountain Hotel is operating as normal at the moment & adhering to government guidelines. We are now offering take away food, which can be picked up from the hotel! swissmountainhotel.com.au | info@swissmountainhotel.com.au

SOVEREIGN PRESS Sovereign Press Pty Ltd will continue to trade as normal servicing digital, offset and signage needs.

We understand that in these difficult times there are urgent needs and we want to assure people we can assist you quickly and promptly for any needs you may have. sovereignpress.com.au | print@sovpress.com.au

CATHERINE FARM We have our pasture raised free range eggs for sale at our farmgate at Glenlyon (Sutton’s lane).

In June we will have 5kg and 10kg ethically raised free range pork packs for sale that people can pre order now. @catherinefarmglenlyon

DAYLESFORD GRAZING GRAZING HAMPERS | FREE home delivery Daylesford & Surrounds We have teamed up with Fleurs De Lyonville to include a bunch of beautiful flowers with all of our March & April grazing hampers priced at $130 Each.

Options 1: Cheese grazing hamper- 4 gourmet cheeses, fruit crackers (GF available), free range salami, dips, fresh fruit, olives and sweet snacks. Size large, feeds 4-5 people Option 2: Breakfast grazing hamper - fresh fruits, bagels, pastries, waffles, fresh fruits, coconut yoghurt, granola, sweet snacks. Feeds 3-4 people. info@daylesfordgrazing.com to place your orders | www.daylesfordgrazing.com 34 | L O S T M A G A Z I N E

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THE HOUSES DAYLESFORD Offering special rates on long term stay so you can self isolate in beautiful Daylesford and surrounding areas, where the air is clean. Call or jump online to find the best property for you and/ or your family to thehosuesdaylesford.com | 03 5348 2008

ZIG ZAG ROAD WINES The Wine Fairy – We are doing direct, personal but contact-free, sanisitiser-rich, wine care packages to customers who order three bottles or more. We are offering this in the Macedon Ranges and in Melbourne’s inner north and CBD. With each order we pop in a little gift to help people through the isolation period, crafted from the people who are listed on our Kind Folk bottles We’ve been humbled by how many people have responded to this initiative and how people are really supporting small businesses at this time.

15% of all online sales (including The Wine Fairy) at this time will go to our local community food hub – Kyneton Caring Community. zigzagwines.com.au | 03 5423 9390

JACKIE'S ON VINCENT From our kitchen to your door, Jackie’s on Vincent now offering home delivery as well as pick up take away. We are open 7 days lunch 11:30-3pm and dinner 5pm- late (take away only). Delivery 7 days lunch 12-2pm and dinner 6-8:30pm Please place a chair at your front door for your order to be placed on. The friendly driver will ring to let you know your order has arrived. Stay safe and thank you for your all support. jackiesonvincent.com.au | 5348 4946

COLENSO 2Eat At Home | At Colenso we have made preparations for those who feel it’s time to stay at home.

Our subscription service is now open and our first pick ups are Tuesday, March 24 and Friday, March 27 followed by Tuesday, March 31 and Friday, April 3. All our subscriber meals are exclusively hand made by Chef Kathryn Russack in her studio kitchen at Colenso, with ingredients sourced from the goodness of our established and specialist local food network. We aim to keep this network strong in the coming months.

Featuring 5 hot meals and extras for 2 people that can be enjoyed at lunch or dinner. Orders can be made in multiples for families or half orders for singles on a weekly subscription. Subscriptions for multiple weeks attract a 5% discount. This offer would make a wonderful gift to family or friends.

The menu changes weekly and of course you can let us know your must-have dishes. colenso.com.au | 03 5427 2007 L O S T M A G A Z I N E | 35

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aylesford’s Black Gallery, might look like a toast to Cubism from the outside but on the inside, the paintings of Cristina Doyle marvel in the emotional marriage of colour and emotion.

“I love the freedom of Abstract painters,” says Cristina. “I love that it didn’t have to relate to the real world. Their paintings have movement, they have energy.”

As a kid growing up in Geelong, Cristina was seen holding one of three things; a pencil, a hockey stick or a paint brush. “I was always drawing and designing. By the time I was in secondary school, I knew I wanted to be an art teacher.” Cristina was looking to works by the Australian painter John Olsen, as well as Matisse and Picasso.

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Inspired by the surrealist idea that art should come from the unconscious mind, and by the automatism of artist Joan Miró, artists from New York in the 1940s like Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Willem de Kooning, she attacked the canvas with gestural brushstrokes that give colour to a blend of intuition, impression and spontaneity.

Having studied painting and printmaking at the university of Melbourne, Cristina was in pursuit of a creative career, “I used to be an art teacher, then moved into graphic design, video production and marketing. So everything always had a creative bent but I just wanted to create my own stuff,” explains Cristina. “I found that later in life I'm doing a lot more painting.”

Last year, Cristina opened Black Gallery in Daylesford where she invites visitors to see her work and practice. When asked about how the region has influenced her method, she quips, “There’s no pressure on me in Daylesford,

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there’s no pressure to produce something that’s finished. I feel as though I've got more freedom to experiment. I have been applying collage to my work, using materials that are just laying around. Rather than sourcing from an art shop, I’m looking in cabinets.”

broad, immediate, raw colour. I like to use one bright colour against another. Sometimes I like to do quick work, sketch with a paint brush onto handmade paper. Other times I like to put it on canvas. Or I’ll mix a lino print with crayon, charcoal and collage.”

In Cristina's painting ​Golidlocks Meets Robin Hood​and ​Goldilocks Act Two, ​the emotional trajectory of her early experimentations with Abstract expressions discover a narrative course that demonstrates political urgency.

In the whirlwind depiction of Goldilocks, one interrogates the original narrative; why do we expect girls to be sweet and innocent? In Cristina’s dizzying portrayal of Goldilocks, the question is something like; why should she be still and objectified by our gaze?

And Cristina wants to invite the community into her world of ideas and colour, “I’ve just launched a printmaking workshop, for groups of six. It’s a social experience as well as a learning experience. Attendees will learn how to design, cut and print their work on my beautiful printing press that I got from David Bromley,” she says with enthusiasm. “I’ll be putting on a lunch for them too, fresh seasonal produce from the area. And finally, they’ll learn how to frame their work before going home with a masterpiece.”

The artists from the region also inspire Cristina’s abstract approach, “There're great artists that live here like Kim Barter and Petrus Spronk who create beautiful things.” When asked about her style, she says, “painterly,

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FROM THE FARMERS ARMS KITCHEN TO YOURS

The Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford is not your average pub. It boasts a truly seasonal menu, focusing on highlighting local and in-season produce. We deliver dishes that reflect the best of the region, sourcing from local organic farms and produce growers to ensure not only sustainable and tasty dishes, but also generous and deliciously flavoured meals. We take great pride in all of our menu and these Ricotta Fritters are one of our staff favourites. We hope you will enjoy making them at home too.

INGREDIENTS - 3 eggs, separated - 1 cup (240g) fresh ricotta - 2 tablespoons parmesan, grated - 1/3 cup (50g) plain flour - 40g unsalted butter, melted - 1/3 cup fresh chives, chopped - 1/3 cup fresh chervil, chopped - 1/3 cup parsley leaves, chopped METHOD 1. In a large bowl, combine the egg yolks, ricotta, parmesan, flour, 30g of melted butter and herbs.

2. Season with salt and peper to taste, then beat with a spoon to combine.

3. Place the eggwhites in a separate bowl with a pinch of salt. Whisk until soft peaks form, then fold, 1 spoonful at a time, into the ricotta mixture until just combined.

4. Heat the leftover butter in a frypan over medium-high heat. Add spoonfuls of the mixture to the pan to make four 8cm fritters.

5. Cook for 1-2 minutes each side until golden, then transfer to a plate, and cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter to make 8 fritters.

6. Top fritters with savoury topping of your choice.

We like to use beetroot, hot smoked trout and local mircoherbs, but these fritters are so versatile that you can choose any topping you like.

7. Plate and serve whilst still warm.

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f you’re after a good example of someone being ahead of the curve, Scott WilsonBrowne from Ballarat’s Red Duck Beer is an excellent candidate. When Scott and his wife Vanessa decided to try their hand at brewing 15 years ago there were about 10 breweries in Australia, including the major players. Now there are between 700 and 800 across the country producing a staggering variety of product.

So how does Red Duck survive in the face of so much competition?

Scott believes it’s a combination of variety – he has more than 20 different beers available at any one time – and sticking to his original artisan plan.

“We’re definitely an artisan brewery,” he says.

“Everything is all natural, conditioned in the can, the keg or in the bottle and my production

methods are very hands-on. We don’t do filtration, we don’t pasteurise and we don’t use any chemicals which means my production is slower – it takes us three to four weeks to get a beer out the door whereas the big guys can do it in three to four days – but you end up with better flavour, better mouthfeel and more complexity. That’s what keeps people coming back.”

Given the quality and variety of his beer – everything from popular Pale and Amber Ale styles through to more out -there brews like a barrel-aged, French farmhouse-style saison called Walking With My Wild Best Friend – it’s hard to fathom that Scott is basically selftaught.

He started Red Duck Beer on the shores of Lake Purrumbete near Camperdown in Victoria’s Western District, in 2005 as a

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But it wasn’t until 2009 when the family moved to Ballarat that beer became the main event.

“We looked all over Victoria for somewhere that would be suitable and affordable and we decided on Ballarat,” he says. “Ballarat had a vibe about it, there was a lot going on and an emerging foodie scene, some wineries just up the road that were fairly hot and Daylesford was less than half an hour away and so it ticked all our boxes for potential, housing and good schools for our kids.”

Scott has now expanded the business to include a distillery, contained in the same building as the Red Duck brewhouse. Kilderkin Distillery focusses on premium gin – called Larrikin - and premium whisky which has not yet been released.

“I only really want to release a super-premium whisky,” he says. “And so I’m prepared to wait until it’s just right. It’s shaping up very nicely right now but I think it will be ready for release in 2021 or 2022.

It’s not as if he doesn’t have anything to keep him busy until then. He and Vanessa are expanding the small cellar door facilities at Red Duck by moving some storage and equipment into a building next door to change the focus from the current tasting room situation to more of a bar where people will bring their friends and “buy a pint rather than a tasting paddle”.

With most of Red Duck Beer being sold in the local region, it won’t be too hard to attract the locals. Quality product always finds a crowd.

Red Duck Beer 5332 0723 redduckbeer.com.au Michaels Drive, Alfredton, Ballarat

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The Mineral Spa is temporarily closed in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

We look forward to welcoming you back for some well-earned relaxation once it is safe and responsible to do so.

Stay well everyone.

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estled among the lush fauna of the Macedon Ranges, Camp David Farm offers a bucolic escape, disguised as a slice of the country, on a picturesque garden estate.

Fifteen years ago, the once disheveled property was reimagined by Carolyn and her late husband, David Ward. After clearing the grounds, the passionate duo planted an array of oak trees, hedges, shrubs, carpet roses, elm trees, pencil pines and a sea of David Austin Roses.

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“In the house that my parents used to live in, in Diamond Creek, Mum decided to paint everything white​—​she went through a real French provincial, shabby-chic stage. We called it The White House,” laughs Carolyn’s daughter, Lori Price. “So when Mum and Dad bought the farm, their friends suggested that it just had to be called Camp David. There's even some red Camp David roses on the property.”

Rosa 'Camp David' is a red hybrid tea rose developed by Mathias Tantau, Jr. in 1984, a bright, well formed rose with full and double blooms in blood red. The roses accentuate the regal gardens, now fully established with grand hedge-lined lawns and flowers that seasonally blossom with kaleidoscopic personality throughout the year. Of the original landscape, only one majestic cypress tree remains.

This remarkable achievement, and its continued maintenance, is mostly the work of Lori’s mother, Carolyn. “She's got such a natural eye for detail and she just makes things look amazing in the garden,” says Lori.

“Mum and Dad travelled a lot through the countryside of France​—​that was their main inspiration. They used to travel off the beaten track in rental cars. They never went on tours or anything like that.”

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When asked about her favourite memories from the property, Lori recalls fond memories of her father. “Dad used to come down and pick up my son in the morning when we were in lambing season, he’d come down and pick him up in the gator and they’d go down and check all the sheeps, how many lambs had been born,” explains Lori. “And then he’d take him up to the house and have breakfast. My son really misses that. Being on the farm with the animals and mum, it’s just such a great place to live.”

Since leaving Camp David, Lori’s cosy cottage has been made available as a ​bed and breakfast,​with four bedrooms and two bathrooms that comfortably accommodate up to ten guests. The cottage, gardens and a rustic barn are also available as a dreamscape for weddings where couples can tie the knot on the lawn, framed by views of Mt Macedon and

Hanging Rock. What makes it romantic is the love that is riddled throughout the property, in the way Carolyn plants her roses and her late husband would tend to the lambs. Camp David isn’t a venue, it’s what makes a family; a home.

“Mum and I get so much joy out of having weddings here, as exhausted as we get, we both cry every time the couples walk down the aisle,” Lori’s voice trembles, “We love sharing the property with our couples and their families. It makes this place so very special.

We never want to become a commercial venue and will always remain an exclusive venue that is ultimately our family farm.”

Camp David Farm campdavidfarm.com.au Spring Hill, Victoria

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Occupying a sunny, elevated position on 30 acres, this 4 bedroom home has been thoughtfully designed so that the interior conveys a sense of warmth through the use of natural materials & an earthy colour palette: hardwood floors cosily align with the tiled outdoor areas ensuring an optimum family entertaining experience.

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HERE TO STAY Harkin Property is Trentham’s only local real estate agent, offering property consulting, sales, leasing and management. Our well educated and passionate team, which combined have many years of experience in buying, selling, renovating & investments, working with you and your needs to achieve your results.

We also offer strengths and qualities in our communication, negotiation and efficiency. We have an eye for a property’s potential, keeping up to date with current market trends and legalities.

Being a local agency, we have prime window exposure to showcase our available properties for local, Melbourne, interstate and International market to see. We have the opportunity to meet many of the tourists, allowing us to show what Trentham and surround have to offer.

At the moment we have an abundance of land available for both rural and residential zoning.

Land properties vary in size and price depending on location, size and accessible town services.

The opportunity to build on land in a rural setting and only minutes to Trentham town centre is something to consider. If you work in Melbourne city, it’s only a 60-minute drive down the freeway.

There is also the option of VLine train service from Kyneton or Woodend, both towns only a 15-20 min drive. It is the best of both city and country lifestyle.

If you’re wanting to have space to grow veggies, fruit trees and be self-sustainable with tank water and space for an energyefficient solar system, then many of the blocks we have available would suit this concept.

You can start from scratch and plan your plot just the way you like it, without having to renovate or change the garden. It will be yours to dream-up your little country oasis.

Speak to our sales staff to discuss how they can help you realise your dreams and goals. They will spend time with you to review properties that suit your requirements and match you up with prospective properties for you to consider.

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APRIL LOCAL MARKET GUIDE

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DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm Daylesford Primary, Vincent St Daylesford

BALLAN FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm Mill Cottage, 96 Inglis Street, Ballan

CRESWICK MARKET 9am-1pm Napier & Victoria Street, Creswick

KYNETON FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm St Pauls Park Piper Street, Kyneton

GLENLYON VILLAGE MARKET 9am-1pm Glenlyon Hall, Glenlyon

LANCEFIELD & DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm High Street, Lancefield

SUNDAY 12TH

LEONARDS HILL HALL & COUNTRY MARKET 9am-2pm Ballan-Daylesford Road, Leonards Hill

WOODEND FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm High Street, Woodend

SUNDAY 5TH CASTLEMAINE ARTISTS MARKET 9am-2pm Western Reserve, Castlemaine (Opp Farmers Market) CASTLEMAINE FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm Forest Street, Castlemaine

CLUNES FARMERS MARKET 9am-2pm Collins Place, Clunes MALDON MARKET 9am-2pm Cnr Church & Edwards Street, Maldon

EVERY SATURDAY WESLEY HILL COMMUNITY MARKET 9am-1pm Pyrenees Hwy, Castlemaine

TRENTHAM FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm Trentham Town Square, Trentham

EVERY SUNDAY DAYLESFORD SUNDAY MARKET 8am-4pm Daylesford Railway Station, Midland Hwy

SUNDAY 19TH

GISBORNE ALL SEASONS MARKET 9am-3pm Gisborne Village Shopping Centre, Gisborne

WOODEND LIONS CLUB MARKET 9am-2pm High Street, Woodend

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RESTAURANTS, CAFE'S & FOOD STORES BAD HABITS CAFE 5348 3211 7 Daly St, Daylesford.

Open daily, 10am-4pm.

Enjoy a light morning or afternoon tea, or a substantial breakfast or lunch. theconventgallery.com.au

LAVANDULA FARM 5348 3329 350 Hepburn-Newstead Rd Shepherds Flat.

Open 10.30am-5.30pm Fri-Tues (7 days in school holidays). lavandula.com.au

HEPBURN GENERAL STORE

SAULT 5348 6555 2439 Ballan-Daylesford Rd, Sailors Falls. Seasonal Modern Australian dishes in a scenic homestead. Dinner Wed-Sun. Lunch Fri-Sun. sault.com.au

102 Main Rd Hepburn Springs.

Open 7 day from 7am.

(Sundays 8am). hepburngeneralstore.com.au

KOUKLA CAFE 5348 2363 82 Vincent St, Daylesford.

Open 7 days. 7am-10pm Sun-Thurs. 7am-10pm Fri & Sat. koukladaylesford.com.au

LAKE HOUSE 5348 3329 4 King St Daylesford. Lunch & Dinner Daily. One of Australia's most awarded regional restaurants. lakehouse.com.au

HOTEL FRANGOS 5348 2363 82 Vincent St Daylesford.

Open 7 days. Wine Bar, grazing, dining & accommodation. hotelfrangos.com.au

SWISS MOUNTAIN HOTEL

5345 7006 3454 Midland Hwy, Blampied. Pub meals & Functions. Dinner TuesSan. Lunch Wed-Sun. Closed Monday.

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WOMBAT HILL HOUSE 7017 5999 Wombat Hills Botanical Gardens (Off Central Springs Rd) Daylesford.

Breakfast, bunch & lunch daily 9am-4pm. wombathillhouse.com.au

WINE BARS, HOTELS & BOTTLE SHOPS DAYLESFORD HOTEL 5348 2335 2 Burke Sq, Daylesford.

Dinner every night from 5pm, lunch Fri-Sun. Hotel, bottleshop and accommodation. daylesfordhotel.com.au FARMERS ARMS DAYLESFORD 5348 2091 1 East Street, Daylesford. Open 7 days lunch & dinner. Hotel and accommodation. thefarmersarms.com.au FOXXY'S AT CELLARBRATIONS 5348 3577 55 Vincent St Daylesford.

Open 7 Days until late.

Local and international wines, beers and spirits. cellarbrations.com.au

WINERIES, DISTILLERIES & CIDERIES ANIMUS DISTILLERY 5403 2431 1/89A Piper St, Kyneton.

Artisan gin distillery.

Open 12-Late Wed to Sun. Mon and Tues open by appointment. animusdistillery.com

WELLNESS & BEAUTY JASMINE BEAUTY THERAPY 5348 3363 3/9 Howe St, Daylesford.

Open Tues - Sat 9am-5pm.

Discover the best version of you.

RAISE YOUR

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DAYLESFORD CIDER 5348 2275 155 Dairyflat Rd, Musk.

Craft cider & cellar door open 7 days 10am-5pm Lunch available Friday to Monday daylesfordcider.com.au

THE SPA AT LAKE HOUSE

5348 3329 4 King St Daylesford.

Open daily. Bookings essential.

Blissful treatments and mineral water spas. lakehouse.com.au/spa

PASSING CLOUDS 5348 5550 30 Roddas Lane, Musk.

Winery open daily 10am5pm. Lunch 12pm Fri-Mon (bookings are essential). passingclouds.com.au

THE MINERAL SPA 5348 2100 124 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs. Open 7 days.

Mineral water bathing and luxurious treatments mineralspa.com.au

GALLERIES & STUDIOS

SERVICES

BUDA CASTLEMAINE 5472 1032 42 Hunter St, Castlemaine.

Weds - Sat 12-5pm Sundays 10am-5pm Explore the historic house, garden and museum. budacastlemaine.org

OZ-TRANS 0407 697 877

Professional removals, general, furniture & produce freight. Art, piano's, pallets & parcels. Regular runs to Melbourne, Geelong & west/central Vic oztrans.com.au

FREIG H T · T RA N SPO RT · REMOVALS DAY L E S FO R D A N D C E N T RAL HI G HLANDS

BLACKGALLERY DAYLESFORD 0409 137 157 1 Hospital St, Daylesford.

Paintings, prints, sculpture & group workshops Open Sat & Sun 10 - 4pm blackgallerydaylesford.com

HOTEL PRODUCTS DIRECT

1300 651 355 *Commercial Bed Linen *Guest Shampoo & Soaps *Hotel Towels *Room Accessories *Cutlery & Signages hotelproductsdirect.com.au

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SHOP TILL YOU DROP BOWEN & KENNETH 5348 1678 Shop 1, 9 Howe St Daylesford. Open 10am-5:30pm daily except Tue. Stylish home decor & furnishings, local artisan wares. bowenkenneth.com BUSTER MCGEE 5377 3618 10-12 Howe St, Daylesford.

Open 10am-5pm, Closed Tue Men’s clothing & grooming Stay Stylish Daylesford! bustermcgee.com.au ECASA DAYLESFORD 5348 1802 89 Vincent St, Daylesford Classic. European.

Homewares ecasadaylesford.com.au

ACCOMMODATION

L'PAPILLON 5348 2008 10 Perrins St, Daylesford.

Stylish cottage accommodation a short stroll from the centre of Daylesford thehousesdaylesford.com L'ÁTELIER 0408 589 520 89A Vincent St, Daylesford.

Apartment above eCasa right in the heart of bustling Daylesford.

Airbnb & Instagram @mia_casa_daylesford PEPPERS HOTEL 5348 2202 124 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs. Open 7 days.

1930's Daylesford hotel, transformed into a deluxe retreat. mineralspringshotel.com.au

BELLINZONA 5348 2271 77 Main Rd Hepburn Springs. Open 7 days.

Luxury accommodation in the heart of Hepburn Springs. bellinzona.com.au

THE HOUSES DAYLESFORD

FARMERS ARMS ART SUITES 5348 2091 2 East St, Daylesford Free Wi-Fi, Parking & Inroom mini bar. Across from the iconic Farmers Arms thefarmersarms.com.au

THE GARDEN HOUSE 5348 2008 21 Queensberry Street, Daylesford.

A beautiful garden must be explored, a beautiful garden must be shared. thehousesdaylesford.com

HOLYROOD HOUSE 5348 1063 51 Stanbridge St Daylesford. Unparalleled service in magnificent Victorian Guest House.

THE OXFORD 5348 2008 131 Main Road, Hepburn.

Historical property catering to large groups of up to 24, in the scenic Hepburn Springs area. thehousesdaylesford.com

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5348 2008 Office located at 3 Howe St Daylesford. Full service agency specialising in corporate retreats and both large & small groups. thehousesdaylesford.com

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im McQueen, flamboyant, charasmatic and infinitely passionate, tells us a little bit about her journey.

You can find Kim darting around Hepburn Shire on her way between different incredible properties. In her role as a real estate agent, Kim has become a mainstay in our local community.

What is your story and when did Daylesford become a part of it?

What is the most important thing we should know about you?

I was a real estate agent in Toorak and a client asked me to sell his holiday home in Daylesford. I remember driving up the highway rehearsing the script in my head as to why I wouldn’t be able to take on the listing as is was too far away from my core business. I drove into Daylesford and the script went out the window – I was hooked! The property was Italian Hill and it was very special. Since then I haven’t looked back and have sold many of the region’s best properties. I even sold the Old Castlemaine Gaol!

I’ve had many adventures in life. When our children were young we packed up the 3 kids, 2 cats and our dog and moved to South West France.

We brought a Chateau in the Basque region and spent 2 years renovating, travelling and just being French. We became a part of our small rural village and made friends with people from all walks of life. It was a most wonderful adventure and it opened up our world. Our kids learnt resilience, tolerance and can now speak French. I also walked the 850km Camino de Santiago from France across the top of Spain. Besides that, I’m a Mum to 3 amazing adult children who are my greatest achievement.

That was 4 years ago and last year my husband and I purchased a small vineyard in Glenlyon. We have now made the tree change from Melbourne and live here permanently. I now have my own real estate agency, McQueen Broadhurst based here in Hepburn Shire.

What is the driving force in your life?

What obstacles have you overcome?

Life is full of obstacles and like most people I’ve had my fair share. But I never look back – I’m a glass half full sort of person. I see opportunities everywhere and always choose to look on the positive side of everything.

I love change and all the new adventures that it brings.

What are your future ambitions as a Daylesford local?

My future ambitions are to further immerse myself into this wonderful community. I am very fortunate as in my business I get to meet many great people moving from Melbourne up to our region and am forever selling the virtues of our wonderful country life in Hepburn Shire.

Having recently made the move myself I think I’m a great example.

I am an extremely positive person. I live by the mantra “Fortune Favours the Bold” I take on most things in life with great gusto. Life is short – what do we have to lose!

What is the favourite part about living in this region?

I love the countryside. The light in the early mornings and the evenings is magical. I feel very lucky.

Kim McQueen McQueen Broadhurst Real Estate kim@mcqueenbroadhurst.com.au

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