JUNE 2013 Issue 79

CAROLINE O’CONNOR IN GYPSY EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSES FOR THE PRODUCTION COMPANY’S FIFTEENTH SEASON

ANDREW STOCKDALE OF WOLFMOTHER KEEPS IT MOVING WITH A SOLO ALBUM

BROADWAY’S IDINA MENZEL BAREFOOT AT THE SYMPHONY THIS JUNE

LUCKY DUCK CIDER PROUDLY MADE IN MELBOURNE! JUNE 2013

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Events this June 4-5 Emerge Festival 9 Caroline O’Connor in ‘Gypsy’ 10 Monet’s Garden at NGV 12 Light in Winter Festival 13 Idina Menzel in Melbourne 14 Andrew Stockdale – Keep Moving 16 The Jimi Hendrix Experience 17 80’s Brat Pack & Swinging Big Band 18 Tom Elliott 19 InBusiness 20 Lucky Duck Cider 24 Disney On Ice skates into town 26 Circus Oz Cranks up 35 years 27 Wellbeing 28-31 3000’s Kitchen 31 Docklands’ Writers 32 2013 Burlesque Festival 33 3000’s Bookshelf 33 Noticeboard 34

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publishers Susan Riley {susanr@magmedia.com.au} William Rowe {williamr@magmedia.com.au} editor Lisa Quittner {editor@magmedia.com.au} magazine enquiries enquiries@magmedia.com.au design Susan de Kretser - Smith & Rowe {susandk@smithandrowe.com.au} advertising Belle Ngien 0411 615 910 {advertise@magmedia.com.au} Elaine Sharman 0411 550 808 {elaine@magmedia.com.au} cover image Caroline O’Connor Stars in The Production Company’s season of ‘Gypsy'. contributing writers Tom Elliott, Rebecca Howden, Dana Atkin, Andrew Hewison, Tahlia Mandie, Elspeth Velten, Nadine Fawell, Jane Hutchinson & Nandita Chakraborty.

EDITOR’S NOTE

BLAZING THE WINTER BLUES AWAY Now let’s get it straight, I’m the last of the ‘crack out the bikini’ types you’ll ever come across, but I do prefer the heatwaves of a Melbourne summer to the chill of wintery days. That being said, luckily living in a vibrant city that makes the most of any and all opportunities to blaze the winter blues away, I do tend to ease on into winter in marvellous Melbourne.

The launch of Monet’s Garden at the NGV was an unexpected highlight for me, the realisation that I was standing within a metre of these authentic artworks that I had only ever seen in replica was actually quite an awe inspiring experience.

I also experienced an Ivan Hutchison Friday night movie transportation back in time when I heard that The Production Company was opening their 15th anniversary season with Gypsy. I loved the film, despite my lack of understanding the central themes as a child, but I am bursting to see Caroline O’Connor sizzle on stage as Rose after catching her infectious excitement at playing the role of the ultimate stage-mother in one of the best theatre musicals of all time.

Singer, songwriter, seriously talented musician and front man of Wolfmother,

Andrew Stockdale is moving on with his first self produced EP, album and tour ‘Keep Moving’ this June. If you thought the band blew the roof off internationally just wait until you hear Andrew’s solo album – brilliant!

Here at 3000Melbourne we are always on the lookout to toast Melburnians making their mark. It was a bonus that Shane Capron and Colby Kitchin could BYO their award winning Lucky Duck Cider to celebrate the phenomenal and rapid success of their self created cider.

Winter also brings amazing international shows to town and Disney On Ice continues to delight children as a Melbourne winter tradition. We have some incredible giveaways on page 26 that are sure to see some pearly white smiles bright enough to blind even the tooth fairy.

Well there’s all this and so much more, please enjoy our June issue and the warm up to a sensational line up of festivals, events and entertainment extravaganza’s to blaze those winter blues away!

Lisa Quittner editor@magmedia.com.au

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12 ~ 26 June

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EVENTS

This June

19 ~ 29 June

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE WAITING ROOM

LUNCHBOX SESSIONS LEARN ‘THRILLER’

2013 SPANISH FILM FESTIVAL

NICA PRESENTS ONE FALSE MOVE…

A decadent offering with all the trimmings for those seeking an indulgent experience within a glittering ambiance, The Waiting Room dedicates every day to the delicious tradition of afternoon tea. Gourmet finger sandwiches, croissants, crumbles and cakes designed by Executive Pastry Chef, Roberto Molleman are laid on a threetiered silver stand. Guests can choose from tea, coffee or champagne whilst surrounded by candle light, modern music and glamour. Various menu options and private rooms are also available.

When: Daily from 12pm – 5pm Where: The Waiting Room – Crown Towers Lobby Bookings Essential: 9292 5545 Further Info: www.crownmelbourne.com.au/ Afternoon-Tea-at-The-Waiting-Room

The Hub is delighted to present a FREE lunchbox session like never before . . . after her fun-filled success at Melbourne’s White Night Festival, dance instructor Alana Everett will teach Docklands residents and workers Michael Jackson’s iconic ‘Thriller’ dance. So come along to shake off the winter blues, have some outrageous fun while learning a celebrated dance routine that you can show off to your friends and family. Sure to be fun, energetic and absolutely THRILLING!

The 16th Spanish Film Festival, presented

by Estrella Damm, opens with a bang with Cesc Gay’s A Gun in Each Hand (Una pistola en cada mano) while the closing night showcases Luis Buñuel’s 1970s classic Tristana, the surrealist masterpiece starring Catherine Deneuve that explores religion, politics and love in a way that marks it as a revolutionary film to this day.

In addition to these two key events, the Festival features 20 other stand out titles and a host of special events.

When: Thursday 13 June, Time: 12.30 – 1:15pm Where: The Hub @ Docklands, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands Bookings required: 8622 4822

When: 12 – 26 June, 2013 Where: Palace Cinema’s - Como, Westgarth & Kino Bookings: www.palacecinemas.com.au Further Info: www.spanishfilmfestival.com.au

One False Move… features NICA’s second year artists in an original and fast-paced circus show that draws inspiration from the events and characters that inhabit the fictional world of the Film Noir genre.

Co-directed by Megan Jones and Meredith Kitchen, One False Move… is a quirky circus montage of dynamic aerial escapes, comic acrobatic chases, dangerous balancing feats and surreal characters. Vibrant and entertaining, the ensemble show cuts across different eras, events and styles to create unexpected moments of suspenseful, playful circus.

When: 19 – 29 June 2013 Where: NICA National Circus Centre, Prahran Tickets: $27 / Conc $22 / Child U16 $18 Bookings: www.nica.com.au

Timothy Arch Photography

'Silent Mind' Alessia Travaglini Italy, 2011

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY EXHIBITION

ONCE UPON A PANTOMIME

THE MELBOURNE MELBOURNE SWING FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FESTIVAL

To mark World Environment Day on June 6, the St Kilda Town Hall Gallery will present an exhibition featuring local artists whose art inspires care for our environment. The exhibition will feature various art forms and works, presenting connections to our local environment and evoking sustainability in different ways including paintings, photography, video and sculpture. The event celebrates the connections between sustainability and the arts with free workshops, Indigenous dance and performances with kids and elders, and more.

The Father Bob Maguire Foundation proudly presents Once Upon A Pantomime - an extravaganza of family entertainment that will have audiences laughing from beginning to end. Boasting a star studded line up including Father Bob, Julia Zemiro, Corrine Grant, Dave O’Neil, Tracey Harvey, Fiona O’Loughlin, John Safran, Laurence Mooney, Mike Brady, Des Dowling and young aspiring performers from APO Arts Academy joining the lineup of talent to raise funds for and launch the latest Father Bob Maguire Foundation initiative.

MIAF13 is a whopping eleven day celebratory feast of talks and over 400 of the best recently released and historical animation from around the world. With the launch of the RENDER Animation Conference AND a jam-packed CG Symposium, international guests such as Koji Yamamura, special fundraiser screenings for the Grendel project, and the promise to showcase fearlessly uncompromising programs to inspire and challenge, June at ACMI will undoubtedly become the centre of the animation universe!!

Swinging the city with sizzling music and white-hot dancing, the Melbourne Swing Festival will celebrate the jazz & swing era. There will be workshops and dances for jitterbugs of all ages to cut a rug and shake that thing! The festival highlight is Roaring Swing on the Saturday night at the Melbourne Town Hall, immerse yourself in a ritzy evening of unadulterated hot jazz showcasing the music, dance styles and debonair of the Roaring Twenties. It’s time to get your Gatsby on!

When: Sunday 23 June 2013 at 6pm Where: Palais Theatre, St. Kilda Tickets: From $38.50-$50.50. KidsU3 Free Bookings: Ticketmaster 136 100

When: 20-30 June, 2013 RENDER Animation Conf: 21-22 June Where: ACMI Cinemas -Fed Sq, Melb Tickets: www.miaf.net/2013/tickets.html

When: 7-10 June, 2013 Where: Town Hall & various venues Tickets & Program Details: www.melbourneswingfestival.com.au

When: Until 26 June, 2013 Where: St Kilda Town Hall Gallery Further Info: www.enviroehub.com.au

EVENTS

23 June

Until 26 June

7 ~ 10 June

20 ~ 30 June

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NEIGHBOURHOOD

DRAFT BUDGET UNVEILS LONG TERM PLAN FOR MELBOURNE The City of Melbourne has unveiled a long term plan to enhance Melbourne’s standing as an innovative and sustainable city, in which residents play a role in shaping the future.

The Lord Mayor Robert Doyle said that despite a tough economic climate, the 2013-14 draft Budget demonstrated Council’s commitment to responsible financial management in addressing the challenges of a growing city, including adaptation for the effects of climate change and meeting the need for quality services and infrastructure.

The 2013-14 Budget includes a $96.2 million capital works program that will fund vital public infrastructure projects. The package includes $7.0 million to commence construction

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on the $15 million Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre.

Council has committed $10.1 million to Docklands, setting aside $6.5 million to complete the Docklands Library and Community Centre, and $3.6 million for the Docklands Boating Hub and Family Services.

Climate adaptation and environmental sustainability are also significant priorities in the Budget, said Councillor Arron Wood, Chair of the Environment portfolio.

Council will spend $1.5 million to plant 3,000 trees as part of the City of Melbourne’s Urban Forest Strategy, which aims to double the city’s tree canopy by 2040.

The Budget also includes: • $1.5 million for flood mitigation works across the municipality • $700,000 to generate a ‘solar map’ to identify buildings across the municipality that are suitable for solar panels and encourage residents and business to embrace renewable energy, and • $134,000 for a Smart Blocks program to encourage apartment owners and managers to improve the energy efficiency in apartment buildings and save money.

The City of Melbourne will continue to roll out its Bicycle Plan to strengthen the cycling network, with a $2.55 million package including:

• $1.5 million to install green pavement and safety rumble strips on William Street • $300,000 to install chevronseparated bike lanes in Neill Street, Carlton (between Nicholson and Rathdowne streets, and • $400,000 for bicycle hoops and parking stands across the municipality.

The 2013-14 draft Budget sets out the first tranche of the Council Plan 2013-17, which captures Council’s aims over the next four years.

The draft City of Melbourne Budget can be viewed at www.melbourne.vic.gov.au for more information call 9658 9658.

Submissions are open until 7 June and can be posted to: Manager Governance Services City of Melbourne, GPO Box 1603 Melbourne Vic 300

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NOMINATE FOR THE 2013 MELBOURNE AWARDS The Melbourne Awards honour and celebrate the city’s high achievers and community heroes, recognising their outstanding contributions in the areas of sustainability, community and the profile of Melbourne.

If you know of a local hero who deserves recognition for their contribution get a move on as nominations for the 2013 Melbourne Awards will close on 17 June.

THE AWARDS ARE GIVEN IN THREE CATEGORIES: • Contribution to Profile – projects or activities that have built Melbourne’s reputation as a national centre for business, knowledge, innovation, sport, shopping, entertainment, food and culture.

• Contribution to Community – projects or activities that enhance the lives

of residents and workers through new approaches to community services and volunteer work, improvements to accessibility, developments in architecture and design, or improvements to parks, gardens and open spaces.

• Contribution to Sustainability – projects, events or activities that create a more environmentally

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sustainable city through advancements in sustainable innovation and design or the development of new environmental projects or programs.

Included in the Awards program is the Melburnian of the Year; an honour bestowed on an inspirational individual for their significant contribution to the community. Recent recipients include Michael Gudinski, Harold Mitchell and Jim Stynes.

Melbourne Awards recipients are selected by an independent judging panel of industry leaders and Melbourne personalities. Winners will be announced at a special Gala Ceremony at Town Hall in November.

For more information and to nominate visit: www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/ melbourneawards or call 9658 9658

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EMERGE FESTIVAL CELEBRATES

10 YEARS OF CROSS-CULTURAL EXCHANGE

16 year old Monga Mukasa originally from Congo, will perform at the Festival Photography - Nicola Dracoulis

Multicultural Arts Victoria celebrates the 10th anniversary of Emerge Festival, captivating Melbourne throughout the winter months with a colourful series of performances and unique cultural experiences encompassing music, dance, visual arts, exotic foods, ancient crafts and ceremonies and reflecting on the cross-cultural exchange & understanding that has emerged over the last decade.

on a spectacular birthday party, with 10 piece Ethio-jazz power force JAzmaris headlining with special guest musicians.

This is a one of a kind grass roots event that will unearth and showcase incredible talents from some of Melbourne’s most newly arrived communities who have been supported through Multicultural Arts Victoria’s Visible Music Mentorship Project over the last 10 years.

Featuring the signature Emerge Main Event, on June 16, Fitzroy Town Hall opens its doors & Napier Street will be closed off, for an all-day block party with three stages of nonstop world music and a vibrant cultural marketplace.

Emerge Festival commemorates United Nations World Refugee Day and celebrates Refugee Week in Victoria. The only festival of its kind, Emerge unearths the incredible talents these people have brought to Australia and provides an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to share and celebrate rich and undiscovered cultures all the way from Africa to the Far East, from the traditional to the contemporary.

Dance to traditional rhythms from Sudan to East Arnhem Land, relish in the distinct urban sounds coming from Melbourne’s diverse communities, whilst inhaling the aromas of an Ethiopian coffee ceremony and tasty authentic foods from all corners of the globe. Take a break from dancing to join in some free cultural workshops, storytelling circle, henna tattoos, hair braiding and kid’s activities.

In celebration, Emerge Festival 2013 will call on old and new friends to put

Emerge Festival runs until July 31st visit www.multiculturalarts.com.au for winter event details Emerge Main Event: FREE Sunday 16th of June 2013 - 12-5pm Fitzroy Town Hall & Napier Street JUNE 2013

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COVER STORY

GYPSY COMES TO MELBOURNE! STARRING

CAROLINE O’CONNOR

BY LISA QUITTNER The Production Company celebrates its fifteenth anniversary with a fabulous line up of musical productions for 2013 starting off with one of the greatest of all time – GYPSY!

Set in cities across the USA in the early 1920’s and 30’s, GYPSY is the story of the ultimate stage mother Rose, raising her young daughters to be stars. Often described as the greatest American musical, GYPSY is based on Gypsy Rose Lee’s memoirs of her life as a burlesque dancer who grew up on the vaudeville stage.

Star of the stage Caroline O’Connor will play Rose in this very limited Melbourne season of GYPSY, I was fortunate to speak with Caroline about playing one of her all time favourite roles.

You’ve performed the role of Mama Rose in GYPSY to critical acclaim in the U.K are you looking forward to reprising the role in Melbourne for the fifteenth anniversary season of The Production Company?

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Absolutely, it’s an amazing show and a very demanding role, I have such a connection with The Production Company as well. I was thrilled to be invited to do Funny Girl fifteen years ago which was the first season of The Production Company, it was all new back then. Two years later I was back to do Mack & Mabel and ever since we’ve wanted to work together again. I was doing

GYPSY in the U.K and I thought it would be fabulous to bring the show to Australia and thankfully The Production Company liked the idea too and here we are.

I’m really excited to work with Gale Edwards, she is perfect for directing this show. I’m actually excited to be working with everyone on this amazing show.

You mention Mama Rose is a demanding role, is it the emotional side of playing such a strong character that makes it so demanding?

On the inside you do get emotionally involved but on the outside GYPSY is referred to as the Hamlet of musical theatre, Mama Rose is a big role that demands a big sing.

Emotionally it’s tough because Rose is the archetypal stage mother, the epitome of a mother trying to live her dreams through her children. In the show Rose also has a nervous breakdown where she realises who she is and what she has been doing, which leads to this climactic moment when she sings ‘Rose’s Turn’- which in the theatre world we call an 11 o’clock number, the big one everyone is waiting for and it’s tough.

GYPSY must be a dream as a musical theatre performer, what does it mean to you?

I am in love with this show, GYPSY is the reason I’m in musical theatre. As a young child I had an LP that I would play in my parents good lounge room when they were at work and I’d pretend I was in the show. I never played Baby June or Louise though, I was always the part of Mama Rose.

GYPSY has an incredible musical score written by Jule Styne and lyrics

by Stephen Sondheim which contain so many everyday catch phrases and recognisable songs, I believe Orchestra Victoria will play a big part in the Melbourne production too?

We have a 27 piece orchestra so the orchestrations in the show will sound phenomenal, mind blowingly good.

The overture is the best ever written

for a musical so anyone coming to the show better not be late or they will miss out on something really incredible.

Do you have a particular song that resonates with you personally?

I really love ‘Some People’. In the scheme of being in the business it’s a great song. I get excited when I hear the music because it’s talking about our lives on the stage.

There are those lyrics ‘I had a dream, a wonderful dream ...give me a chance and I know I’ll work it’. Rose had a dream too, she made it seem like it was for her children but it wasn’t, it was all for her.

There is a great line in the show where Rose says ‘Do you know what I did it for?

Because I was born too soon and started too late, that’s why!” Oh, I love this show; can you tell that I just love this show?!

Do you think GYPSY is one of the all time greatest musicals because audiences can relate to the personal relationships and characters?

GYPSY is up there with West Side Story, without a doubt. People like to know what goes on behind closed doors and GYPSY is a backstage story. The relationship between mother and daughters and travelling around as a single mother with her children is intriguing to watch. All the great shows have all the elements – a good story, great characters and an amazing score – GYPSY has it all!

Caroline, were you always destined for the stage?

I think so, I never thought about doing anything else, not even for moment from the time I was a child. I’ve never fallen out of love with the theatre, even during the times when it hurt to be in it.

WHEN: 6-14 JULY, 2013 WHERE: STATE THEATRE, ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE TICKETS THROUGH TICKETMASTER ON 1300 136 166

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MELBOURNE WINTER MASTERPIECES

Claude Monet - French 1840–1926, Waterlilies (Nymphéas) 1914–17, oil on canvas, 200 x 200 cm, Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, Gift of Michel Monet, 1966 (inv. 5115) © Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, © Bridgeman-Giraudon / Presse

Claude Monet - French 1840–1926, Hemerocallis (Daylilies) (Les Hémérocalles) 1914–17, oil on canvas, 150.0 x 140.5 cm Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, Gift of Michel Monet, 1966 (inv. 5097), © Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris,© Bridgeman-Giraudon / Presse

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MONET’S GARDEN: THE MUSÉE MARMOTTAN MONET, PARIS The National Gallery of Victoria has opened this year’s Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition with Monet’s Garden: The Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, the largest collection of works

by Monet ever to come to Australia.

lifelong obsession. We are thrilled to collaborate with the Musée Marmottan, home to one of the largest collections of works by Monet in the world, to bring these masterpieces to Melbourne for the first time,” said Mr Ellwood.

Exclusive to Melbourne, this stunning exhibition will feature more than sixty works devoted to Claude Monet’s iconic garden at Giverny.

The exhibition includes more than fifty masterpieces from the Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, as well as other paintings from leading international museums and private collections around the world.

Monet’s Garden traces the evolution of these garden motifs over a period of twenty years, revealing the transition of Monet’s purely Impressionist style to the more personal pictorial idiom that he adopted in later life.

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NGV Director, Tony Ellwood, said the exhibition features Monet’s most wellknown works, from a stunning suite of enormous waterlilies paintings to his iconic garden motifs, as well as some rarely seen late paintings.

“Monet’s Garden is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the world of Monet and the garden that became his

Opening with a pair of portraits of Claude Monet and his wife Camille painted in 1873

by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, the start of the exhibition tells the story of Monet’s early life.

The exhibition then takes visitors on a journey beginning with Monet’s arrival in Giverny in 1883 and the first steps taken towards the creation of the garden that would serve as inspiration for the remainder of Monet’s life.

The first section of the show includes a series of paintings that Monet produced during the years the garden at Giverny was being laid out. These were created

Claude Monet - French 1840–1926, The bridge over the waterlily pond 1900, oil on canvas, 89.8 x 101 cm Art Institute Chicago, Illinois, Mr and Mrs Lewis Larned Coburn Memorial Collection, 1933 (inv. 1933.441) Photo: Art Institute Chicago, Illinois

in Normandy, in the valley of the Seine, or during Monet’s travels to Norway and London. Highlights include Field of Yellow irises at Giverny 1887 and Houses of Parliament, reflections on the Thames 1905.

The second section of the exhibition consists entirely of paintings representing Monet’s beautiful garden at Giverny, produced between 1897 and 1925.

“Through these paintings, visitors will experience every aspect of Monet’s garden; the iconic Japanese footbridge, the waterlilies and other flowers including irises, agapanthus, wisteria, the weeping willow and the alley of roses.

“The show concludes with a spectacular, specially commissioned filmic installation which will immerse visitors in the daily beauty of Monet’s garden as it is today.

Entitled the Last Day at Giverny, it will present Monet’s beautiful garden from sunrise to sunset on the last day of the season last year. This curved display will surround and embrace visitors

leaving a powerful parting impression of Monet’s garden,” said Mr Ellwood.

The exhibition also presents a series of rarely seen late works by Monet; some of the last easel paintings created in the garden in Giverny as the artist began to lose his sight. These works represent a radical departure from Monet’s earlier style and will provide visitors to the exhibition with the unique opportunity to explore a lesser known period in the artist’s life.

MONET’S GARDEN: THE MUSÉE MARMOTTAN MONET, PARIS Until 8 September, 2013 NATIONAL GALLERY OF VICTORIA St Kilda Road, Melbourne TICKETS: Adult $26 Concession $22.50 Child $10 FURTHER DETAILS: www.ngv.vic.gov.au

Photography Julie Renouf

PEOPLE POWER LIGHTS UP MELBOURNE

The Light Winter, directed by Arts luminary Robyn Archer AO, returns with a world premiere of one of the largest sculptural endeavours undertaken at Federation Square.

Federation Square’s annual program, The Light in Winter brings together over 20 of Victoria’s diverse communities, along with artists and designers, to explore the power of the human voice over a month of free events, exhibitions, film screenings, forums and the much-loved Solstice Celebration.

Rising up from the centre of Federation Square is the Helix Tree – a mammoth sculpture of steel and light by renowned lighting designer Bruce Ramus. Inspired by the naturally occurring shape of the helix, the sculpture is constructed from 21 curved steel beams fitted with hundreds of LED lights. Like branches of a

tree, the beams spiral 13 metres high into the sky from a central trunk. The Helix Tree uses sound responsive technology via which voices of Melbourne bring to life its unique and vivid light displays Each night at dusk, Melbourne choirs, whose repertoires will include an anthem specially commissioned by Melbourne singer/composer Lou Bennett, will ‘sing up’ the Helix Tree. Following these free performances, the public have their own chance to sing to the sculpture and produce their own spectacle of light.

The Indigenous Campfire Program returns to Leempeeyt Weeyn for fireside performances, workshops and storytelling from local Indigenous practitioners as they connect voice to country through traditional language, stories and song.

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THE LIGHT IN WINTER 2013

The Solstice Celebration on Saturday 22 June is a feast of music, performance and food from more than 20 of Melbourne’s culturally diverse groups including Afghani, Chilean, Mexican and Congolese communities. The evening includes a procession of a thousand handmade lanterns, collaborative performances from the culturally diverse members of Square of Light, and a special en-mass choir performance led by Lou Bennett.

The Gift of Light Orchestra is a unique fusion ensemble, borne of The Light in Winter, and it will have people up and dancing in the heart of Melbourne, to welcome the start of the slow return to Spring.

1-30 June, 2013 Federation Square, Melbourne Program information: www.fedsquare.com

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IDINA MENZEL INTERVIEW

BROADWAY'S

IDINA MENZEL PERFORMS WITH THE

MELBOURNE POPS ORCHESTRA INTERVIEW BY ELSPETH VELTEN Idina Menzel is killing it right now. Not only does her acting resume include Broadway sell-outs like Rent and Wicked and smash TV hit, Glee, but now her talent for song is bringing her around the world in celebration of her most recent album, Barefoot at the Symphony. Ahead of her June 30th show with the Melbourne Pops Orchestra, I was fortunate to speak with this consummate, international performer.

Tell me a little bit about your latest album, Barefoot at the Symphony. How does it feel to perform with such a large group of musicians?

It’s a very thrilling feeling to be up there with such incredible symphonies. It took me a little while to find a balance between the theatricality I’m used to and the intimacy I want with the audience, but once I realised it was possible I totally let go and had a great time. Barefoot at the Symphony is sort of a take on that. At first, I was dressing for the elegance and formality of the evenings, throwing on the heels and the gown.

Then I was travelling so much with my son,on airplanes with the stroller and the nappy bag and one night I had a show and I woke up and my back was killing me. I really didn’t feel like I could get on stage especially if I was wearing 3-inch heels. So, I said to myself, if I’m going to do the show tonight I just have to go out without my shoes on. I went out there and I ended up having this fantastic show. I just felt like myself, and it connected me to the whole experience.

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ride. It kept us really grounded and it taught us a lot about the business.

What’s most important is our responsibility to the writer to communicate his music and words. That’s the first and foremost thing, not what job you’re going to get next.

So, how did it feel to go directly from working weddings during university to being a Broadway star in Rent? Being nominated for a TONY for your first professional job must have been surreal.

It was an incredible experience -surreal and bittersweet. Our composer Jonathan Larson passed away on the night of our dress rehearsal, so it was a whole different type of experience for a bunch of young people being taken on an amazing

Later you played Elphaba in Wicked in New York City and then took the role to the West End in London.

What were some differences you saw between Broadway and the West End?

Not much to be honest. Everyone always was preparing me for differences but it was just as warm, receptive and enthusiastic as it was in New York. The greatest difference was me. I felt more confident and I’d proven myself so I could actually relax and enjoy myself more when I was in London.

And, of course, Glee, what it was like to guest star repeatedly on the show as Rachel’s biological mother. How did you find working with such young and talented stars?

You know, I loved working with all of those talented people but to be honest when I first got the call I had just had a baby so it was a hectic time in my life. Once again, those things in life come up that just keep you balanced. But I love what the show means to people and I love how it’s changing the scope of how kids feel about themselves. I’m glad to be a part of it.

I’ve visited Australia one other time, but this will be my first time performing in Melbourne. I have a few friends there, but also, I’m just doing some sight-seeing and exploring the country through my son’s eyes. It’s different when you travel with kids.

It’s been announced that your next project is If/ Then. Can you tell me anything about that?

Any hints on what you might perform in Melbourne?

I’m so excited about this project. It’s been several years since I’ve been back on Broadway. I’ve been searching for the right thing; I really want to be a part of something fresh and new again.

It’s what’s worked for me and it’s what I find is the most rewarding process. My colleagues had this little seed of an idea and it’s starting to emerge as something that I think people really respond to. It’s just about a woman my age getting to start over, leaving a marriage and coming back to New York City and sort of exploring how chance and choice intermingle with each other to affect our lives. The music is beautiful; it’s very contemporary and modern.

Oh, yeah! I get so tired of myself so I change things around all the time. I’ll probably do something from Barefoot at the Symphony, but then I’ll try to arrange a couple of new things just for Melbourne. I always do some of the songs people would expect from the Broadway shows I’ve been in and I do some standards and pop and rock but I’ll probably try to bring out something new or very old that I haven’t done in a long time as well. I’m really excited because Melbourne is the cultural centre of Australia and I feel really grateful to be welcomed into that community. I want so much to put on a great show and make a connection with everyone there.

Is this tour your first time visiting Australia?

Is there anything in particular that you’re looking forward to when you get here?

So we can expect some surprises?

Yeah I think so...at least some happy mistakes. That’s for sure!

IDINA MENZEL WITH THE MELBOURNE POPS ORCHESTRA WHEN: Sunday 30th June, 2013 WHERE: Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne TICKETS: From $95 BOOKINGS: 1300 182 183

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INTERVIEW - ANDREW STOCKDALE

ANDREW STOCKDALE

GOES SOLO WITH ‘KEEP MOVING‘ Andrew Stockdale is the front man, singer, riff maestro and prolific song writer of Wolfmother. His songs, recordings and performances have been the soundtrack to millions of folk’s festival experience, movie scenes and radio anthems the world over.

By Lisa Quittner Embarking on a solo chapter including a self-produced album and national tour it was fun to chat with Andrew about his smokin’ hot album and what’s next.

Congratulations on ‘Keep Moving’ it’s a brilliant album and I loved the rawness of the sound and the great classic rock, it’s a really enjoyable listening experience.

Was that your plan when you set out to self produce and write an album under your own name away from Wolfmother?

Thank you, that’s great to hear you enjoyed it. I started off cutting back the acoustic songs and did the tracks as a straight rock and roll record but listening back I just felt like something was missing, it just wasn’t as interesting as it could be and it just needed to meander and go off track. I wanted to make a record like The White Album where the first few songs are really strong like ‘Long Way to Go’ with all the bases for good rock covered and then I guess let the lunatics out of the asylum and just let it take its own course.

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For fear of sounding like one of the people you write about in ‘Long Way to Go’ that think they get who you are and what you’re about, there seems to be a vibe across the album about spending years on the road under the international spotlight as a band. Did you reflect on those experiences and process them to clear the slate and write a solo album?

Yer, it’s like sometimes you walk in somewhere and people look at you and you can see them thinking ‘hey, that’s

that guy from Wolfmother’ and it’s hard to play along with that. I guess the best way around it is to make a record and explain who you are and being creative seems to be the key to getting over things and becoming inspired. I guess it is like clearing the slate and trying to communicate with your audience authentically.

You’ve been writing and recording incredible music and lyrics as part of Wolfmother for over a decade, why record your own album under your own name now and how did producing a solo album go down with the band?

People can be resentful and it’s a bit difficult but I’m straight up with people.

If I feel inspired to write or go into the studio and people aren’t available, then I’ll do what I need to do on my own. It sounds harsh but when you work with several people the art or inspiration has to come first. You need to capture an idea when it happens not sync with everyone’s schedules first. It’s not meant to be offensive and I’m definitely not going out of my way to upset anyone but making music is a creative endeavour.

It’s easy to get lavished by so much attention being part of a band like Wolfmother, so for me I thought it was best to go solo with this album, if the guys want to play in the band they are totally welcome. I also feel that in a way I’m liberating the guys I work with in Wolfmother by going solo. I guess you just have to call it like it is.

Will you continue as part of Wolfmother in the future?

We’ll just have to see how it goes, at the moment I’m putting my focus into going solo. It’s time to start again and earn our way again. For now, at this time, what I am doing feels really meaningful and fulfilling.

Up until now the world primarily knows you as Andrew Stockdale, front man of Wolfmother, is it scary going solo and when you have already proven yourself as a songwriter and musician does it matter creatively what outside opinion has to say?

Hearing positive feedback so far on ‘Moving Forward’ is really amazing for me.

Everyone has dreams and a voice inside inside them that knows what’s really in your heart. It has always been my dream to produce my own record and put it out under my own name and now I’ve done it. It’s so rewarding to hear that people like the album, it’s even more meaningful than anything I’ve done before.

During the process of making the music for ‘Keep Moving’ I didn’t have a lot of external feedback which was sometimes difficult but I tried to just listen to my instincts.

You must be really pleased with the whole album but do you have a favourite track?

Some of the tracks are relaxing and nostalgic for me like ‘Suitcase’ which I really like. It’s hard to pick just one because they are all so different but I guess as an all rounder song that I just love to play it would probably be ‘Long Way to Go’ or ‘Keep Moving’ they seem to be the ‘go-to’ tracks for me at the moment but I’m sure that will keep changing.

‘Keep Moving’ the Album: Out 7 June through Universal Music MELBOURNE TOUR DATES: Thursday, 13 June 2013 The Ferntree Gully Hotel – Ticketmaster Friday, 14 June, 2013 The Hi Fi, Melbourne - oztix.com.au & thehifi.com.au Saturday, 15 June, 2013 The Wool Exchange, Geelong oztix.com.au &The Wool Exchange Sunday, 16 June, 2013 Pier Live, Frankston www.ticketmaster.com.au FURTHER INFO: www.andrewstockdale.com

Australia’s hottest guitarists on one stage for one night in Melbourne paying tribute to the great, late, Jimi Hendrix Inspired by Jimi Hendrix's unparalleled creative and musical influence 'Experience Jimi Hendrix' was originally conceived

by Empire Touring in 2010. This tribute concert brings together an allstar lineup of some of Australia's musical guitar greats each performing two of their favourite Jimi Hendrix songs.

For the last 3 years

'Experience Jimi Hendrix' has sold out Sydney's Enmore Theatre and has proved massively popular to fans and critics alike who have raved about the show proving again how persuasive Hendrix's influence still is 42 years after his passing. The show is a tribute to the iconic artist's songs, showmanship and trailblazing technique and

This spectacular show features Kevin Borich, Bob Spencer (Skyhooks), Brett Garsed (Nelson), Jimi Hocking (The Screaming Jets), Jak Housden (The Whitlams & The Badloves), Phil Ceberano, Simon Hosford (Tommy Emmanuel), Stuart Fraser (Noiseworks) Geoff Wells (The Truth) and introducing James Christowski (Voodoo Sons).

This line up of talented guitarists will perform all the Hendrix classics including All Along the Watchtower, Fire, Hey Joe, Foxy Lady, Wind Cries Mary, Castles Made

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reaffirms that the music of Hendrix is still very much alive and well.

of Sand, Purple Haze and Voodoo Chile.

Just to get back into the era of Jimi and make what promises to be an extraordinarily memorable evening, there will be two almighty jam sessions at the end of each set performed by various combinations of these featured musicians and band - Chris Bekker on bass and Johnny Salerno on drums.

This is ….The guitar concert event of the year!

WHEN: Friday, 14 June DOORS OPEN AT: 7:15pm WHERE: The Palms at Crown – Whiteman St, Southbank TICKETS: A Reserve $85.00 through ticketek.com.au

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THE 80S BRAT PACK & SWINGING BIG BAND

Three of your favourite 80s pop idols – Brian Mannix, Scott Carne and Eve Von Bibra – channel the Rat Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr) when they present The 80s Brat Pack & Swinging Big Band for one night only at the Wonderland Spiegeltent on Saturday, June 15.

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This dynamic trio will woo you with their electrifying and charismatic performance, the gags, the costumes and the hilarious between song banter, backed by the ultimate big swing band, led by the highly respected piano player/MD Mark Fitzgibbon.

This musical performance will cover some of the all time big swing standards, and jazz up the trio’s own classic 80s hits while putting swing jazz interpretation to some great popular songs!

Swing out to jazzed up versions of 80s classics “Wanna Be Up” (The Chantoozies), “50 Yers” (Uncanny X-Men), Change In Mood (Kids In The Kitchen), “Don’t You Want Me” (Human League) and “Tainted Love” (Soft Cell) as well as hits made famous by the likes of Tony Bennet, Bobby Darin, Lou Rawls,

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nancy Sinatra, Tom Jones, Elvis Presley and Ann Margaret.

Brain Mannix is best known as lead singer of The Uncanny X-Men and is still a household name to this day and his on stage antics and persona is as wild as ever!

Eve Von Bibra is best known as a member of the 80s chart topping band The Chantoozies. Eve’s musical style has since evolved into more of the country/blues genre, and The 80s Brat Pack concept reflects her diversity as a great performer.

Scott Carne successfully rode the "new wave" of 80s pop with his band Kids in the Kitchen. The band had success with the platinum selling debut album "Shine" which yielded five Top 10 singles.

Booth and table seating is available as well as general admission tickets and catering options in the spectacular Wonderland Spiegeltent at Docklands.

Saturday 15th of June Wonderland Spiegeltent Ticket bookings: 9602 1311 or www.wonderlandspiegeltent.com.au

By Tom Elliott Not long ago I had a debate with someone about what a gain of 1000% meant.

This person argued (most forcefully, it must be said!) that such a percentage gain was the same as winning a bet at 1000-to-one odds. Even when I tried to explain that a 1000% gain equalled a profit of just ten times the original investment (still a very handy return), my interlocutor remained unmoved –

"1000% equals a 1000-to-one because a thousand is a thousand is a thousand".

Normally I just put down such clumsiness with maths as a one-off issue. In this case, however, conversations I had with several teachers confirmed a deeper problem – many current graduates of our secondary schooling system are unable to perform once routine calculations like percentages.

And the reasons for this unfortunate state of affairs appear to be as follows: First, today’s school curriculum is far more crowded than was once the case.

Not only is the range of subjects very wide, but overlaying the entire system is the requirement that Asian, Indigenous and Environmental perspective be considered.

Second, parents seem less keen to engage in the children’s education than was once the case. Whereas a significant proportion of primary school aged children in the past could read before they entered the formal education system, nowadays too many parents seem to have the attitude that teaching is entirely the teachers’ job.

Third, the ubiquitous nature of once rare devices like computers and calculators means that basic mental arithmetic is often considered beneath the modern young mind. Why perform the times table, for example, when the various machines that crowd our daily lives can do it so much more quickly and accurately? The ability to spot a mistake created by a poorly written piece of software is now dismissed as a largely unnecessary skill.

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TEACHING THE BASICS AT SCHOOL

Now just how the teaching of, say, the French language is supposed to embrace these cultural overlays is beyond me, but perhaps I’m just being old fashioned!

Perhaps at the ripe old age of 45 I’m becoming overly set in my ways, but I’ve always thought the fundamentals of a sound education a most valuable investment for the future. Even the best computers can only evolve if behind them lie well trained and inquisitive human minds – and if my confused percentage arguer is any guide, human advancement in the technological sphere may have just come to a halt! (NB grandiose pronouncements about past being better than the future are another sign of advancing years. Oh dear…)

Tom Elliott is Director of both MM&E Capital Pty Ltd, a Melbourne based hedge fund, and Beulah Capital Pty Ltd, a private wealth manager.

BEULAH CAPITAL P: 9270 9180 W: www.beulahcapital.com Tune in and listen to Tom between 3-6pm weekdays on 3AW’s Drive

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IN BUSINESS

LOCAL BUSINESS PROFILE Name: Dzulkiflee Taib Business: Matchbyte Consultants Time in CBD: 9 months Why the top end of Collins Street: Adding to the credibility when closing high value deals as well as proximity to partners and clients Your Business in a Nutshell: We are the world's leading online reservation system developer for Airlines, Hotels and the broader travel industry.

Clients inc Scoot (a Singapore Airline low cost subsidiary), Jetstar & Accor Hotels.

Definition of success in business: Well-oiled profit making machine that can have its entire staff replaced and still carry on making money.

Biggest strength business owners can leverage: Cloud Technology Hidden gem in CBD: Laksa Bar, 108 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne. Great Laksa!

What is your businesses mantra?

100/0 - 100% Accountability. 0 Excuses.

3 attributes needed for success: Can do attitude / hungry for success / always in motion.

Biggest hurdle you’ve overcome: Leaving a highly paid job at Jetstar to start Matchbyte Defining moment: Going on my first flight at 9 years of age, even though I thought it was impossible coming from a below average income family. Since then, I want to make travel as affordable as possible especially to children around the world. When travel is easily accessible, our children will rely on physical interaction to get to know people from other parts of the world rather than through mass media. In turn this will promote greater understanding and tolerance in the world leading to greater peace and harmony.

What were the most important factors that contributed to your business success? 1) Love your client, always have pure intention to help and don't look at deals closed as sales, but as a win-win situation. 2) Have great mentors and coaches!

If you could do it again, what would you do differently?

I would have started my business earlier in my life and engaged mentors and coaches as soon as possible.

Words of advice: Know your ‘why’ and the ‘how’ will follow.

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7 THINGS YOUR ACCOUNTANT SHOULD BE DOING FOR YOU... BUT PROBABLY ISN’T

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Experience greater profits and financial certainty in your business by leveraging your accountant.

You probably don’t think of your accountant as a partner who can help you ‘go somewhere’ in business... However, a change in mindset could provide untold leverage and returns for you.

Let me explain...

You work hard as a business owner. You put in long hours, make painful sacrifices and invest huge amounts of time and money. You deserve to get the highest possible return for every ounce of energy and every dollar you’ve invested.

Yet most businesses are happy to hand over their hard won earnings to a mediocre accountant for mediocre results.

The truth is most business owners have never experienced what it’s like to work with a ‘High Performance’ Accountant, so they don’t know what’s really possible when it comes to higher returns from their business.

So I’m going to give you a list of 7 key things that your accountant should be an expert in and working on with you.

For your chance to WIN email your full name & contact details to: melbourne@servcorp.com.au *Conditions apply. Draw closes June 28th, 2013.Prize to be collected at Servcorp, Winner will be drawn at random & notified by email.

Get these 7 Key Accounting ‘Leverage’ Points into Action and You’ll Experience Greater Profits and Financial Certainty Than Ever Before 1. Business and Personal Protection - Ensure the assets you have invested in are safe and that you and your family are protected if something unforeseen happens.

2. Planning + Progress - Help plan and monitor your financial goals 3. Finance - Develop a forward looking tax strategy 4. Tax, Profit + Cashflow - Help you generate more profit and improve cash flow 5. Succession/Exit Planning - Build a business you can sell 6. Retirement - Develop a plan to get to where you have to be when you retire 7. Estate + Legacy - Build a legacy that will make a difference Bonus Rule Start thinking of your accountant as a partner in your business. Someone who’ll be included in key discussions and decisions.

Don’t just get a good one, partner with a ‘High Performance’ Accountant who can help you go somewhere in a consistent, methodical and provable manner, and allow you to leverage their knowledge, skill set, resources and contacts.

By Brett Kelly, CEO Kelly+Partners Chartered Accountants info@kellypartners.com.au www.kellypartners.com.au

NETWORKING EVENT If you’re up for a night of learning, networking, canapés & drinks then you’ll love this Business Shorts event. Bring your cards and meet other business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals in a relaxed environment. Come along and expand your network!

Think BIG(ger) – the Execution of x10 Growth Date: Thursday 18th July 2013 Address: Servcorp, Level 40, 140 William Street, Melbourne 3000 Time: 5:30pm - 7pm Price: $20 Speaker: Stefan Kazakis Info: Stefan will dissect the key strategic reasons why small business owners can get in their own way and should be running a thriving business regardless of the economic environment.

Guests will learn: • 3 key strategies of ‘critical thinking’ to ensure that the decisions you make in your small business will guarantee your best year ever.

• Every one of your problems that has or will happen in your business started as a ‘great idea’. Stefan will share with you how to deal with the real problem not the symptom RSVP: stefankazakis.eventbrite.com.au

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WHAT IS YOUR PLAN?

BY ANDREW HEWISON I'm not the kind of guy who takes it easy. I am a 33 year old Owner/ Director/Private Client Adviser with Hewison Private Wealth. I have various other business interests, I am managing a personal property development, recovering from recent back surgery whilst continuing to feed my thirst for sport, as well as and making time for my partner and family and friends.

A few “balls in the air”, you might say? But I don’t want any sympathy.

I would not have it any other way, because I have a plan!

Many people in their 30’s can relate to this picture to some degree. Now is the time when opportunities are ripe and chances are there to be taken. They are not always financial either. Take out the surgery and throw in some kids perhaps.

The craziest thing of all is that most people in this life stage – what I would call 'accumulators' - will juggle all this without a plan, a goal or objective; a clear vision as to why they are doing what they do.

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Without a plan, the mind is clouded and it’s hard to know which “ball” needs to be caught and thrown back in the air next. You are flying blind and stress usually follows.

And no one likes stress.

So, how do you create a plan?

Start with a blank piece of paper and start from the beginning – • Where are you now?

• Where do you want to be and when?

• What does success look like to you, financial and lifestyle?

• Finally, begin to develop the small steps that will see you on the journey (time management is critical).

Your plan will be applicable to you and no one else. It might include – • Buying a home/repaying your home loan • Starting a family • Creating an investment strategy.

A share portfolio perhaps?

• Planning for a holiday and how it’s to be funded • Finding time for a hobby or passion • Making time for family and friends • Getting enough sleep (ok, this is one of mine) A good plan is just like road map. If you know exactly where you are going, often you can relax and enjoy the ride.

Andrew Hewison is Director and a Certified Financial Planner with Hewison Private Wealth and a regular 3000 Melbourne Contributor: Level 4, 102 Albert Road, South Melbourne Phone: 9682 1900 Web: www.hewison.com.au

OUTCOMES FOR SMALL BUSINESS FROM THE FEDERAL BUDGET In response to Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan's 6th budget, Peter Strong, Executive Director, Council of Small Business of Australia (COSBOA) was pleased to see continuing commitment to invest in innovation and support for small business despite the federal budget deficit of $19.4 billion.

Tax: COSBOA continues to be concerned about the complexity of the tax system which hasn't seen any changes from this budget. The demands placed on small business people to collect tax on behalf of employees (in the form of PAYG) and customers (in the form of GST) are too great.

"Given the depth of the deficit we were pleased to see support for: the Enterprise Connect program; assistance to SMEs to apply for public sector work; and support for small businesses to engage in the digital economy and take advantage of the NBN," said Mr Strong.

Government has ignored the opportunity to collect more tax revenue by not imposing GST on overseas purchases.

However, COSBOA was disappointed that there wasn't more focus on the core issues that really matter for small business. "The compliance costs, complex work place relations, confusing tax processes that place huge demands on the small business person, competition policy and contract law that favours big businesses."

SMALL BUSINESS KEY AREAS ADDRESSED IN THE FEDERAL BUDGET: Infrastructure: COSBOA expect a positive impact on small businesses particularly in regional areas from the continuing infrastructure investment.

Innovation: COSBOA are pleased to see the government continuing to fund support for innovative small businesses.

However, how these funds will be distributed to small businesses still needs to be determined. COSBOA will be lobbying to make sure that application processes are not complicated and do not inhibit small business people.

Superannuation: COSBOA believes the government has missed the opportunity to add value to the superannuation system by removing the employers from the collection process; this change could save a significant amount in administration costs by simplifying the process and putting superannuation in the PAYG system.

Health: There has been no specific focus on the health of the small business person. There are approximately two million small business people who employ a further five million people and their health has to be acknowledged.

To further the discussions and policies on these most important of issues facing small business people COSBOA will host the National Small Business Summit in Brisbane on July 24 -25, where politicians, bureaucrats, heads of industry and small business people will have an opportunity to influence the future of small business policy in this country.

For further information on COSBOA visit www.cosboa.org.au For more information about the summit visit: www.nationalsmallbusinesssummit.com.au

MELBOURNE MADE - LUCKY DUCK CIDER

LUCKY DUCK CIDER:

PROUDLY MADE IN

MELBOURNE INTERVIEW BY ELSPETH VELTEN Just over two years ago, Melbourne natives Shane Capron and Colby Kitchin were just a couple of people who shared a love for cider. Then, an idea collided with an entrepreneurial spirit on a rainy night, and now the two are the creators of their own product: Lucky Duck Cider.

Lucky Duck, now quickly gaining popularity after just over a year on shelves, started only as a pipe dream. “We were just in the city one night drinking a couple of ciders, having a chat and I said ‘you know, I have a really good feeling that cider is going to take off in Australia pretty soon,’ Capron said. ‘Why don’t we have a go at starting a cider company?’”

It didn’t go much further than the idea, however, until Capron and Kitchin found themselves at a wine tasting course one evening and luck struck for the first time. The two became acquainted with a winemaker who became their consultant, and began delving quickly into the process of picking the right ingredients. “You literally get your hands on different sorts of apples and yeast because genuine cider is really pure,” Capron said. “You can only use water, sugar, apple juice and yeast. It’s not about what you add to the formula, but the types of quality of the ingredients you use.”

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From there, Lucky Duck was born.

Capron and Kitchin tested apples and yeasts for about a year until their final product was developed and brewed in a northern Melbourne suburb. They chose the Braeburn apple for its sweet yet tart flavor, and an ale yeast to emanate the Irish type cider they both prefer. Just two weeks after packaging their first batch in 2012, Lucky Duck took home its first

pair of awards at the Microbreweries Showcase at Federation Square: Best Cider, and Best Cider Producer. They took the same awards again in 2013.

These awards have reinforced Capron and Kitchin’s confidence and determination to really make something of their brand.

The couple was only able to taste the cider before carbonation before choosing the perfect brew, packaging and going to sale, which could only instil in them an overwhelming feeling of risk.

“We were sort of like, OK, we’re about to invest in this crazy business that we know nothing about, we don’t know if anyone is going to like it and we haven’t even tasted the product carbonated yet, so I hope this goes well.” Capron said.

The risk paid off. Lucky Duck has now taken Melbourne’s cider scene by storm, and Capron and Kitchin are proud of it. “Our bottles say ‘Proudly made in Melbourne,’ and we hoped that Melbourne would support that,” Capron said. “We had a feeling that they would, and so far, a lot of bars and clubs have. I think the people going out drinking are shifting towards supporting the little brand and the little product with a story.”

The brand’s guerilla marketing tactics have certainly not hurt. When faced with local competitors with large marketing budgets, Capron decided to take things into his own hands, at none other than the most recent Tour de France. While in the country for a friend’s wedding, luck struck again as the Tour was scheduled to go through a nearby town at just the right time. Dressed in a white bodysuit painted with the Lucky Duck logo and a last minute found duck head, Capron ran with the bikers and hit newsreels hard.

“It was awesome because within minutes, my brother was texting me that he was watching it in Melbourne,” Capron said. “And then SBS put it in their highlights reel so that it kept showing over the next week or so.”

With such quick success, the duo is now faced with giving up some responsibilities to help the brand grow. While they used to do everything including brewing, sales, marketing and even delivery out of their Volkswagen Golf, Capron and Kitchin have now brought in some small distributors to help them stock the shelves around Victoria and even NSW. “In the long term, our goal is for Lucky Duck to be the biggest independent cider company in Australia,” Capron said. “But the short term it’s just about trying to make the dream a reality: starting a company and growing it to an extent where it can support us, and hopefully others as well.”

So it would seem that Lucky Duck has indeed had a bit of luck. Capron and Kitchin went from knowing little about the industry to picking their own flavors and initially pushing the product themselves and have created a product that embodies the culture of the town they both come from.

They hope that their product is as accessible as it is local.

“We’ve tried to price ourselves as competitively as we can because we want to grow it into a product that is accessible for most, not just accessible for those who enjoy paying extra money,” Capron said.

Colby Kitchin & Shane Capron

“We don’t stop enough to enjoy what we’ve done so far because there’s so much to do.

But when we do take a second to reflect it’s amazing. It’s really cool. This experience has sort of broken down the barriers to things that we never thought we could do.

Once you’ve done it, you know you can.” www.facebook.com/LuckyDuckCider

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DISNEY ON ICE Enter a world of wonder where heroes and hearts prevail when Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes tours Melbourne this winter in time for a magical and memorable school holiday treat!

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This spectacular ice production featuring eight of our most loved Disney Princesses and their devoted Princes, with breathtaking skating, daring acrobatics, high flying jumps, and lovable Disney friends is just a wish away!

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes brings joy and excitement to children of all ages, with stunning visual sets and engaging characters and narrative.

Join Ariel as she yearns to explore the world above the waves and Prince

Eric as he breaks Ursula’s slithering spell to reclaim his one true love. See Prince Philip defeat the evil Maleficent as she transforms herself into a firebreathing dragon in a race against time to rescue Sleeping Beauty’s Aurora. Be there to discover a whole new world with Jasmine and Aladdin.

And, watch in awe as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Rapunzel and Tiana all come true!

Tickets start from just $28.50.

Additional discounts may apply.

For more information visit www.disneyonice.com.au

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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS PRINCESSES & HEROES Thursday 4th – Sunday 8th of July Hisense Arena - Melbourne Tickets through Ticketek: 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au/disneyonice

CIRCUS OZ - 35 YEARS!

CIRCUS OZ CRANKS UP 35 YEARS! Founded in Melbourne, Circus Oz undertook its first and critically praised international tour in 1980, and has since continued touring to over 100 cities and regions in 26 countries, playing to over two million people.

Credited with revitalising a traditional art form in a uniquely Australian way, Circus Oz is a rock ‘n’ roll, animal free circus that has influenced the development of circus arts around the world since its foundation in 1978 – and this year turns 35!

This winter Circus Oz sizzles back into the Circus Oz Big Top at Birrarung Marr with their reconstructed 2013 show – cranked up from touring regional Australia, a New York City run of standing ovations and hot from an extended season across America.

Circus Oz 2013: Cranked Up hurls the 2012 show, From The Ground Up, to new heights – it is a production that has been honed, road-hardened, made tight and allowed to play hilariously fast and loose.

Expect the irreverent Circus Oz spirit, revel in seeing some of the company’s much-loved characters again and thrill at some daring new feats as Mark Sheppard steps into the shoes of roving Indigenous provocateur destined to disrupt Circus Oz’s ongoing brand of ridiculous tomfoolery that leaves audiences howling for more.

When: 19 June – 14 July 2013 Duration: 2 hours Where: Circus Oz Big Top - Birrarung Marr Tickets $24 – $92 Bookings: 136 100 or ticketmaster.com.au

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By Nadine Fawell – Yoga Instructor Modern life is hard on our shoulders and upper backs: we spend a lot of time hunched forwards over computers, car steering wheels, and for the more virtuous among us, bicycle handlebars.

This can lead to sore necks and shoulders and headaches. And don't get me started on the postural changes over time!

It's very useful to stretch your neck and shoulders every few hours to relieve tension & help prevent adaptive changes over time. Nobody wants to be permanently hunched, right?

Try all of these, or just some.

GENTLE SEATED TWIST: Sit on a chair with your feet comfortably on the floor, hip distance apart or a bit wider. Lean your left elbow on your left thigh, with your hand resting on your right thigh. Take a deep inhale and stretch your right arm up to the ceiling, then exhale & wrap it around behind your back. You might turn your head to the right as long as that felt comfortable. Stay here and take a few deep, even breaths, then come out and repeat on the other side. This is both a gentle forward bend and a gentle twist, and it's sometimes useful to stay a little longer on the side that feels more restricted.

COW-FACE ARMS: I know, it's a ridiculous name. I have no idea why this arm stretch got this name, but it IS a very useful shoulder mobiliser.

Inhale and stretch your right arm up to the ceiling, and as you exhale, bend your elbow to bring your hand between your shoulder blades. Try to keep your shoulders relaxed away from your ears and your elbow pointing straight up.

Now, wrap your left arm around behind your back. You might just leave it resting at your lower back (good idea if you are stiff in the shoulders) or you might bind your hands.

You can use a strap or handy jumper to make that easier.

Just be sure you aren't stretching to the point where you feel sensation or pain in your wrists, elbows, or shoulder joints.

When you are ready, repeat on the other side.

NECK ROLLS: So simple, so effective!

Start with your chin resting gently towards your chest and then roll your head side to side on your neck as pictured. If you find a particularly tight spot, you might want to stay there for a few deep, relaxed breaths and see if the sensation eases.

This relieves tension in the neck muscles which have to work so hard to hold our heads up when our shoulders are hunched forward.

Don't lift your chin up to the ceiling and crank your neck backwards though: that can be risky.

CHEST AND FOREARM STRETCH: This stretch is SO useful if you use a computer a lot. It's a pretty uncomfortable stretch in the chest and forearms forest people and it's fine to bend your elbows in order to keep your shoulders relaxed and ease the stretch.

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Stay here for a few breaths, then release and shake your arms out a bit.

Well done, you're human again.

ABOUT NADINE: When she’s not rolling her head around on her neck, you can find Nadine Fawell in offices all over Melbourne, teaching people to breathe, stretch and relax. Find out more at yogainmelbourne.com.

OUT FROM DARKNESS COMES PURE WINTER SKIN

By Lisa Quittner Sonya Driver knows better than most how life can change in moment. A wife, mother of two young daughters, a dream home and a fabulous career as an international flight attendant… it all became a fleeting memory when her marriage ended via a phone call, she was forced to take redundancy and her sister was diagnosed with Melanoma.

After a month volunteering to care for the poor in

Still deeply affected by her sister Rachel’s cancer scare and the terror of what might have been if the cancer had not been detected early, Sonja found inspiration.

The two sisters had always enjoyed tanning but this was clearly no longer an option.

“Sun protection was something I started looking into. I loved to spend hours in the sun tanning my pale complexion, so I knew this was going to get interesting.

Rachel and I started using spray tans. I mean from what everyone claimed it was a much safer option.”

Curious about these claims, Sonya started researching the ingredients used in the tanning products she was using. “I was appalled at the petrochemicals and synthetics that manufacturers were using to create these tanning products. From what I had learnt, much of what we put onto our skin gets absorbed through our blood stream.”

After meticulous researching of ingredients and making endless batches, the Eco-Tan range was created and recently made Australian history by becoming the first and only tanning products to

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East Timor to uplift her spirit by bringing comfort to others, Sonja returned home ready to change her life .

be certified by the Organic Food Chain under the Australian Government.

Eco-Tan Winter Skin self- tanner is a moisturizer that gradually evolves into a gorgeous chocolate coloured tan within days while being completely safe to use on your skin.

Available in most leading pharmacies, health food stores and from Holistic Beauty Practitioners Call 1300 596 118 or visit www.ecotan.com.au

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I feel concerned for people when they feel like they can’t communicate to their loved ones, what I want is to help people to begin to communicate how

is a concern over not wanting to rock the boat, or not wanting to create conflict that makes us step away from communicating our feelings around seemingly big or potential conflict causing issues.

There is a technique that Kinesiologists use, called Feel Want Willing. It does take some practice and I often get my clients to start by writing it out in a journal until it becomes very fluent in their mind.

when a particular issue comes up.

For an example let’s say: “I feel frustrated when the house is untidy”

to look at a way that you can help make this happen without asking anyone else to take the blame or judgement.

I WANT. This is what you want as an outcome of this chat. Example: “What I want is for everyone to pitch in and help around the house”

Remember that this may take a few attempts to get it clear and fluent in your own words. It takes practice and time to formulate some new ways of communicating. Practice writing it out in a journal, practice saying it to the person you need to communicate it with by visualising the conversation.

Once you’re comfortable with the sentence, say it out loud to the person.

Because of the way the sentence is formulated, it becomes quite simply a clear way of communicating how you feel and a change you’d like to make.

I’M WILLING. What are you willing to do in order to make this happen? “I’m willing to ask for help in order to make this happen”

FEEL WANT

WILLING they feel and what I’m willing to do in order to help them do this, is to share a technique called Feel Want Willing. I use this technique all the time with my clients. It is so often that people feel less than comfortable about talking about how they feel and when we’ve been hiding how we feel to even those that are the closest to them, it can be a little daunting to begin to do so. Usually there

So we come to a final sentence that goes something like this:

I feel frustrated when the

By Dana Atkin - Professional Kinesiology Practitioner house is untidy.

What I want is Feel Want Willing is a non-judgemental for everyone to pitch in a help around sentence. It’s created and spoken the house and I’m willing to ask for without the word “you” or anyone’s help in order to make this happen. names involved. This sentence is about The key is to keep it about you and to you. It’s about how you feel, about what keep it in a nice succinct sentence that you want and what you are willing to summarises what you can do in order to do in order to achieve that outcome. have the outcome you desire. A sentence So, lets begin. like this allows you to speak your feelings, your wants and best of all it helps you I FEEL. Simply state how you feel

I feel honoured that I can help people communicate how they feel, what I want is for everyone to get some benefit from it and what I’m willing to do is share the technique more and more every day.

Dana Atkin is a Professional Kinesiology Practitioner located in Melbourne city and a regular 3000 Melbourne contributing writer.

To ask Dana a question or to make an appointment contact: Melbourne Natural Wellness (03) 9662 1311 dana@mnwc.com.au

WHEN LIFE THROWS YOU A CURVE BALL

By Tahlia Mandie – Psychotherapist & Family Counsellor

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Tahlia is a psychotherapist and family counsellor, writer and blogger helping individuals, couples and families navigate through life’s challenges to move forward. See more of Tahlia’s work at www.directionexploring.com.au or www.theparentingfiles.com.au

It’s funny, in my late teens I had this vision in my head of what I wanted to be, what I wanted to do in my life, and what career path I wanted to take. It always seemed fitting that psychology and psychotherapy was my calling. It kind of still is. And then just the other day, a lost young man came to me not knowing what he wanted to do in his life.

He was kind of stuck, a little uncertain and totally not sure of the next step to take. And I got to thinking; why is that

not okay? I mean, why do kids have to know the answer about their big life questions so early, so young? Shouldn’t they experience life first and then maybe begin to answer their questions, slowly?

It seems that the pressure to discover your “calling” and your career is only getting more intense. Career advisers are the next biggest sought after job. Of course, it makes sense when there are still so many kids who have their questions unanswered.

But why are we scared with the undecided, unanswered questions?

I guess I got lucky, very lucky. But truth be known, I never would have seen myself in this position two years ago.

This writing and blogging gig has taken a whole new curve. A new calling is being answered and delivered. But did my career adviser ever tell me that a new curve ball might happen? Maybe the answer is about embracing the uncertainty and unanswered questions.

Because that is life isn’t it? There are new curve balls and questions needing to be answered constantly.

Melbourne’s foremost men’s jewellery emporium, Lord Coconut, continues its love affair with handcrafted jewellery.

‘Indelible’ is a group exhibition of men’s jewellery inspired by vintage and contemporary tattoo art. Each of the exhibition pieces, submitted by Australian jewellers, artisans and designers have been inspired by vintage tattoos, dragons, sailor jerry, roses, celtic symbols, and anime. The varieties of pieces presented within the exhibition are as personal as your own choice of tattoo.

Participants include: Justine Austen, Emily Belcher, Sebastian Cilento, Metal Couture, Beth Croce, Silver Cyanide, Petr Hanzak, Frances Rose Jewellery, Windfall Jewellery, David Parker, Tim Peel, R M Perry, Melanie Rice and Roxanne Watts.

Silver Cyanide has submitted a number of pieces such as the Faith, Hope & Charity neck piece based upon a classic tattoo flash design. The Silver Cyanide jeweller explains “My range is inspired by all things Rockabilly, Retro and Vintage. With the explosion of Sailor Jerry style vintage tattoos, my pieces are a perfect addition for Dames, Dolls and Guys looking for this particular aesthetic”.

Emily Belcher, who submitted a sterling silver necklace titled “Complementary Opposites” explains “The ‘Yin Yang’ symbol is a common tattoo, reinvented through the ages and cultures from its traditional black and white symbol through to more detailed designs incorporating

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dragons, fish, tigers, water, fire, amongst various other combinations. My necklace explores this ubiquitous symbol that is as indelible in our minds as much as it is on our skin”.

At the other end of the spectrum, many people have tattoos that they are no longer proud of, especially those found on the fingers and knuckles. Melbourne jeweller a.l.i.Alexander has created a series of Tattoo Frame rings designed to either hide the tattoo in question or to frame it on the finger to give the tattoo new life.

Alexander explains “we all do things in our youth that we later regret. I hope my rings address the need to hide or re-invigorate one of life’s little indiscretions”.

Lord Coconut is Melbourne’s only retailer, gallery and online boutique selling contemporary jewellery designed exclusively for men. Lord Coconut stocks over 400 individual jewellery pieces and designer cufflinks and represents over 35 Melbourne jewellers, artisans and designers.

Main – Serves 4

Garnishes

Guacamole

INGREDIENTS:

1 Pineapple skinned, cored & finely chopped Small bunch coriander washed and picked 2 Limes 12 El Cielo 6” corn masa tortilla

Peel and remove stone, mash to a fine puree. Add lemon juice, salt & pepper to taste.

Braised Pork Shoulder 1 boned pork shoulder 2 oranges juiced and zest 1tbsp oregano 2 cloves of garlic ½ bunch coriander 250g tinned chipotle 1tbsp salt ½ tbsp pepper 250g tined tomatoes 100ml chicken stock

Guacamole 2 ripe avocados Juice of ½ lemon Salt &pepper

TO MAKE: Braised Pork Shoulder Add all ingredients into deep baking tray. Mix and rub all ingredients into the pork shoulder. Cover with lid and place in pre-heated oven at 180 degrees C for 6-7 hours. The meat should fall apart when cooked.

Assemble Heat tortillas on a medium heat on a frying pan for 10 seconds each side. Smear 1 tsp avocado puree over centre of tortilla. Place a small handful of pulled pork on top of avocado puree. Garnish with one tsp of chopped pineapple and 3-4 leaves of coriander. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.

THIS RECIPE IS INCLUDED IN ‘FLAVOURS OF URBAN MELBOURNE’ A BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED COFFEE TABLE BOOK THAT TAKES READERS ON A CULINARY JOURNEY THROUGHOUT MELBOURNE’S NOTABLE EATERIES.

WHEN: Until 8 June 2013 WHERE: LORD COCONUT Suite 3, Level 4, Carlow House 289 Flinders Lane, Melbourne EMAIL: info@lordcoconut.com PHONE: 0450 015 263

‘FLAVOURS OF URBAN MELBOURNE’ RRP: $70 available at good book stores & through Smudge Publishing www.smudgepub.com.au

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IN CONVERSATION WITH BRAXTON MILES WHEN YOU DANCE WITH THE DEVIL AND THE SONG NEVER ENDS

By Jane M Hutchinson & Nandita Chakraborty There was Braxton standing at Richard’s door. Richard was scrambling inside to compose himself while looking at Braxton. He was somewhat conflicted.

He was concerned, intrigued and a little amused as to Braxton’s state.

“Come in mate” said Richard.

Considering the events of the past 24 hours Braxton would look disheveled to those that knew him. But those who are none the wiser would describe him as rugged. There he was in his perfectly tailored suit with a 5 o’clock shadow and tie loosened after a hard day.

Braxton waltzed into Richard’s apartment. Looking around Braxton realized he hadn’t been here often and when he had he hadn’t noticed the photos, and the paintings that gave Richard’s apartment character.

In the kitchen Braxton started opening the cupboards and making himself at home.

“What are you after Braxton? Do you want something to eat?”

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“Eat, first we need a drink! A drink then we, us men are going to see what the world is doing!”

Braxton, muttering to himself and rattling around in the cupboards found a bottle of vodka, “Arhh here we go”.

“So Richard where are we off to? What would you like to go old mate? Its all about you Richard, you call the shots I’m there for you.” The melancholy side of Braxton was starting to seep into his chaotic state of mind.

Richard was taking in Braxton’s demeanor and behavior in attempts to assess just what state he was in. The Russian vodka was filling Richard with that warm fuzzy haze. Responding to Braxton’s earlier question, even though Braxton had appeared to move on and was now forensically examining the photos around Richard’s apartment.

“Braxton what did you have in mind?” asked Richard.

“Well, come here, you know I reckon you, me, we need a little spontaneous holiday… hey? What do you think?”

“Come Richard everyone talks about one day just turning up at the airport and catching the next plane out of here.” “Let’s just do it! I’ve got the cash.

Come on grab your stuff I’ll call a cab and the rest we’ll leave to the gods” said Braxton full of energy and enthusiasm.

The delivery and sales pitch was so enticing to Richard. Richard had never

been spontaneous he’d always been planned, organized and sensible. This thought sparked a flame in Richard.

As Richard reached for the bottle of vodka out of Braxton’s hand said “here hand that over”.

Richard loved the idea. He took a large gulp of vodka.

Braxton drifted into the lounge room and was beginning to sift through Richard’s iPod looking for tunes.

“This is it! The song I was looking for”. As the music started, Braxton closed his eyes and become lost in the music. When you dance with the devil the song never ends.

anger, resentment and self indulgence.

He’d always done the right thing by his family, provided for them, been there for them but were they really there for him? To fill his needs?

With all these thoughts and emotions rattling around, Richard wandered into his bedroom, and like on autopilot with out the sensibility. Threw a random assortment of items into a bag went to his cupboard grabbed his passport.

“Let’s do it – game on B we’re out of here!”

Like the story? Look out for the book 'In Conversation with Braxton Miles' - Coming 2014!

Slipping and sliding from reality Braxton placed his arm around Richard. “Now Richo go jump in the shower get ready because we’re off mate!” “I’ll call a cab and we’ll need to go past my place to grab my passport. Because who knows where we are going to end up.”

All preceding chapters can be found on our MagMedia website www.magmedia.com.au within our past issues.

Richard’s natural response was to contain Braxton and be the voice of reason. But then he questioned himself, why this was? Why had he become Braxton’s grounding point? At what point did Richard become responsible for Braxton? Why had he taken on this role? And what arrogance on Richard’s behalf to think he knew best.

For more information please email: Jane.X.Hutchinson@gmail.com

The thought of the birthday card, letters and photos that Richard had stumbled across earlier that day from his family raised thoughts and emotions of

Docklands Writers welcomes writers from all genres and levels of experience.

BURLESQUE FESTIVAL Produced by Melbourne burlesque bombshells Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit, The Australian Burlesque Festival was born out of a passion to celebrate our wonderful burlesque community.

Founded in 2010 and debuting to sold out audiences the festival has flourished and in 2013 it promises to be bigger, brighter and thrilling to the core!

The bursting popularity of the burlesque revival is in full swing around the globe with Burlesque Festivals and competitions in all major cities.

Australian burlesque is internationally renowned for its unique flavour of theatrical, glamorous and avant-garde burlesque and outrageously talented performers.

The Australian Burlesque Festival brings together the best of our homegrown artists as well as international burlesque icons never before seen on Australian stages! The past three years have seen burlesque aficionados and first timers alike delighting in the

stunning array of sensational tease with more glamorous strip-tease, exciting neo-burlesque and exotic seduction than they can handle!

The Australian Burlesque Festival is a unique community based experience uniting burlesque artists all over the country and the globe in a tour of sizzling showcases, workshops and industry awards.

When: 6 JUNE TO 22 JUNE 2013 Program & Empress Erotique details: www.australianburlesquefest.com

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BOOK REVIEW BY REBECCA HOWDEN 'Animal Wise' by Virginia Morell Anyone who has ever loved a pet will tell you without hesitation that animals have thoughts and feelings – but what do we really know about how they think and feel?

In Animal Wise, science journalist Virginia Morell delves into the current pool of knowledge we have about the minds of our fellow creatures, surveying the most recent research on animal intelligence and the scientists who have devoted their lives to finding out what goes on behind those majestic creatures’ eyes.

The idea of animals having cognitive abilities such as memory and self-awareness goes back as far as Charles Darwin. Yet until about 50 years ago, most scientists considered animals to be more like complex automatons, governed by blind instinct rather than thoughts and feelings. Animal Wise illustrates the field of research into animal intelligence as it is today – still controversial, but rapidly evolving, and increasingly suggesting that animals do indeed have the capability to think, make plans, teach, remember, feel pain, empathise, calculate and deceive. From Japan to Hungary to Tanzania, Morell visits scientists working with creatures large and small, tame and wild, piecing

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together a compelling picture of how similar animals really are to us. “If you’re most interested in why our human minds are unique,” she writes in her introduction, “you’ll need to read a different book.”

Each chapter takes us into the world of a different group of animals, beginning with those with simpler brain anatomy. Morell introduces us to ants who teach each other how to navigate unfamiliar paths, fish who learn from one another, rats who enjoy being tickled and a parrot who can comprehend the concept of ‘same’ and ‘different’. She then moves on to larger creatures, looking at cheetahs who die of heartbreak, elephants who can recognise the skeletons of other elephants, chimpanzees who excel at memory games, and dolphins who have sophisticated personal relationships.

All throughout, she weaves in philosophical musings about what we can learn about ourselves by studying the behaviours of animals.

It is this open and thoughtful style that makes Animal Wise an engaging read; this is science writing that is clear enough and intriguing enough for an audience that doesn’t necessarily have much background science knowledge. Morell demonstrates a deep sensitivity towards and appreciation for the human-animal relationship, and draws out charming details – the way dolphins seem to smile, for example, or the way Bristol researcher Nigel Franks refers to his ants as “the people” – that place this emotional connection at the centre of the text.

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