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– – Jack Wilson Stone 28 national
“Stay foolish.”
cover Green Box by act_romegialli Photography by Marcello Mariana actromegialli.it
dreamer
– – Simon Griffiths
40 international
“Just start somewhere.” 24 grooming
dreamer – – Nicola Giuggioli
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“When we start seeing that every human being is worthwhile, that every human is as valuable as we are … then the world will change.” – – Jenny Blakey 56 live
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Jenny Blakey
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managing editor’s note
There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly.” –– R. Buckminster Fuller
Last year I stumbled across Simon Griffiths online – he had pledged to sit on a toilet in a draughty warehouse refusing to move until he had raised enough pre-orders to start production on his idea for a business, Who Gives a Crap. He started the business when he and his fellow partners learnt that 2.5-billion people across the world don’t have access to a toilet. That’s roughly 40% of the global population and means that diarrhoea-related diseases fill more than half of sub-Saharan African hospital beds and kill 2,000 children under five every day. In July 2012, he launched Who Gives A Crap with a crowd-funding campaign on Indiegogo. Fifty
hours later they had raised more than $50,000 and in March this year they delivered their first lot of product. The wonderful thing about Simon’s business model is that it donates 50% of its profits to WaterAid to build toilets and improve sanitation in the developing world. Essentially, every roll of Who Gives A Crap is providing someone with access to a toilet for about one week. map has, just today, put in for its second order of rolls and I can happily say that the product is exceptional! It’s amazing how the world is changing in so many wonderful ways – one dream at a time. Such great opportunities lie ahead for those who believe in the power of their dreams.
Carl Lindgren :) Managing Editor carl@mapmagazine.com.au look out for the next issue of map magazine THE Cloth ISSUE follow map magazine on facebook, twitter & instagram
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“The earth is what we all have in common.”
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It’s always such a pleasure to put together our annual Eco issue, because every year we get to see how much more sustainability is being integrated into everyday life. What’s really changed since we published our first Eco issue in 2006 is that, increasingly, living a life based on sustainable values isn’t a choice specific to a small section of society. It’s becoming one that is seen as a simpler, more efficient and often cheaper way of living for many. The smelly hippy stereotype is gone, and instead it is problemsolving entrepreneurs who are finding practical solutions to make social and environmental change. Among these inspiring souls are our dreamers this month: Nicola Giuggioli, CEO of brand consultancy Eco-Age; Simon Griffiths, the clever mind behind toilet paper company Who Gives A Crap; and urban beekeeper Jack Wilson Stone. Enjoy!
Mikki Brammer Editor
Focusing on the business model of ‘paying it forward’, The r.e.a.l store seeks to inspire human potential by showcasing social, ethical and sustainable design and living. Social entrepreneur Virgina Bruce and her team shrewdly select products that communicate a message for humanity, showing consumers that it’s possible to make change in the world using your own purchasing power. In addition to its store in Woolloomooloo, The r.e.a.l store also sells its inspiring range of products – ranging from fashion and furniture to homewares, books and music – via its website @ therealstore.com.au
retroDREAMER ––
aldo leopold
“Conservation is a state of harmony between men and land.”
American writer, ecologist and conservationist Aldo Leopold first developed a relationship with nature when he began work as a forester and was assigned to kill so-called predators such as bears, mountain lions and wolves. Instead, he grew to respect the animals and dreamed of a world of biodiversity based on ecological ethics rather than human dominance. As part of his legacy of work, Aldo helped found The Wilderness Society.
INVITES YOU TO ... THE BEST OFFER Director Giuseppe Tornatore – regarded for Cinema Paradiso – carefully chooses his projects, rarely stepping outside the boundaries of Italian cinema. For his latest foray into English-language film, Giuseppe wrote and directed the thriller The Best Offer, which investigates art and beauty in the ruthless European art world. Virgil Oldman (Geoffrey Rush) is a renowned art expert respected the world over, who possesses an eccentric streak and penchant for suppressing his feelings. That is, until he is invited to an assessment in the home of a mysterious woman who fills him with intrigue. For your chance to attend map magazine’s special screening at Palace Centro on Monday August 26 at 6:30 pm, visit mapmagazine.com.au and follow the links. 112 lucky entrants will win a double pass and winners will be notified by email. Good luck!
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mrlentz.com –– A modern cowboy of wood design, Evan Lentz creates jewellery – including grass rings – from reclaimed wood and upcycled materials from salvage yards. age 28. born In the deserts of the Southwest, aka San Diego. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you Actually, the
thing that made me sit up and take notice of the world were the redwood forests of the Pacific Northwest. Whenever I take walks through this magical area, I am in awe of the beauty of our planet.
garden // retreat Breathing new life into a disused garage that sat behind a weekend country house on the slopes of Swiss Rhaetian Alps, architecture firm act_romegialli transformed it into a verdant space known as the Green Box. Covered with plants and flowers that bloom wildly throughout summer, the Green Box was renovated using glass, lightweight metal and cement. A storage space for gardening tools, the flourishing nook also contains a wooden table and wood oven, so that its owners can cook and enjoy a meal while taking in the stunning surrounding landscape. @ actromegialli.it
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Knowing that I will get to set foot in my workshop and create things by hand that ultimately will make others happy. idea of complete happiness A balanced life of designing wood and leather goods, mixed with walks in the forest, hikes up mountains, and a good taco. worth fighting for On my blog, I fight to inspire people to get up and make something for themselves. I think everyone is full of creative potential, but only a handful of people are expressing it. environmental beliefs Save nature. It is delicate; respect it. There are a lot of small choices we make every day that will ultimately affect our planet. Simple things like the food we put in our body, our mode of transport and the companies we support can all lead us to improving the earth or destroying it. words of wisdom Take some risks. Simple as that!
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precise // wood Hailing from a long line of cabinetmakers, Valerii Danevych was innovating in the woodworking realm while still only a teenager – one of his first design feats was a three-centimetre guitar that used human hair as its strings. Most recently, the Ukrainian artisan has turned his talent to the world of watches. Despite having no training as a watchmaker, Valerii taught himself to craft functional watches entirely from wood, specifically birch, juniper and bamboo. The watches come in both wrist and pocket styles. @ danevych.com
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You’re going to a barbecue. Do you lug your crockery and cutlery from home for the sake of the environment? Or do you guiltily slip the plastic versions into your bag, vowing to make up for your eco sins at a later date? Italian creative studio WHOMADE has teamed up with designer Michela Milani to allay your eco guilt with the Foodscapes collection of tableware. Created from edible leftovers such as peanut husk and carrot peel, the bowls are free from additives, preservatives, colourants, thickeners and artificial agents. Once you’ve finished your meal, simply wet the tableware and put it in the compost. @ whomade.it
During a leisurely bike ride through nature, often we unexpectedly come across the perfect posit for a picnic. If the natural setting happens to be rather untamed, however, finding a spot that’s not muddy, prickly or rocky is a little difficult. The Springtime picnic basket by Bloon Design comes complete with its own table for two, chairs and plenty of space to store your food, plates, cups and cutlery. You can attach the picnic set to the back of your bike, ready to assemble an impromptu picnic or romantic dinner in the seclusion of nature. @ bloondesign.com
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A childlike solution for sustainable living
The sign of a good treehouse when you’re a child is if it blends into its surroundings, protecting its occupants from annoying siblings or nagging parents. And the same principles apply to treehouses for adults. The Embryo Treehouse by British architect Antony Gibbons is a cylindrical two-storey tree dwelling that uses the principles of biomimicry by imitating the organic curves found in nature. The design of the structure gives the illusion that it is almost part of the tree trunk. Clad with cedar shingles to blend the dwelling with its surroundings, the Embryo derives its name from the early stages of development in nature. Through the design, Antony aimed to demonstrate the need to redefine the way we live in today’s society to become more ecological and simple, without consuming the earth’s resources. Antony’s concept for the Embryo is part of a series
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of designs to try to reconnect society back to nature and encourage a more resourceful use of materials. The treehouse is attached to the tree using a series of braces that do not interfere with the growth of the tree nor cause damage to the bark of the trunk. The entrance is through a hatch door that leads up to the first floor and then to the second floor via steps that spiral upwards on the internal walls of the cylinder. This allows maximum floor space and makes it capable of sleeping up to eight people. There are three different designs of windows for the structure, which can be custommade to suit each treehouse depending on the light levels of the surrounding area. Unfortunately the design for the Embryo has yet to be brought to life, but is an encouraging glimpse into the future of sustainable living.
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campaign coordinator/friends of the earth What is your profession? I am an environmental campaigner. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? People skills, project management,
and research and communication skills. An environmental science, biological science, social science or law degree helps but isn’t essential. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? Managing relationships with partner organisations and key external stakeholders, as well as tracking social, political and industry direction to ensure our energy and investment is well placed. How did you get involved in your profession? I started off compiling and editing a statewide magazine for an environmental organisation. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? Environmental campaigning is open to everyone. Many start by joining a local conservation or catchment group. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? Our nation needs to transition to 100% renewable energy. Are you in the industry for the long term? I have been in the sector for a long time and I suspect this trend will continue. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Jump in! Whether you are a small
business owner, work for a big company or are a public servant, there is always a place for more people. Did you always think you would be in this role? My ambition led me to this role, so I guess yes. What was your first paid job? A policy officer for a local council. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? Perhaps be an investment banker. What inspires you? Each day my 93-year-old neighbour is in the garden, and each day he sprays me with water and laughs. I hope to be so full of life at that age. Who is your rolemodel? June Norman, who is a 72-year-old walking from Cairns to Gladstone to raise awareness about the Great Barrier Reef. What are your words of wisdom? ‘The world is an intricately interwoven web of infinite relations. When we apply this worldview to matter and to all living things, including people, we can see the world as one great life entity. This is the true nature of our own life.’ – Daisaku Ikeda.
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What is your profession? I lead a team of meteorologists.
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The team provides weather forecasts and warnings for the public, mariners and the aviation industry. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? A degree in physics or mathematics as a starting point. Trainee meteorologists undergo ten months of training at the Bureau of Meteorology’s training centre before an extensive period of on-the-job training. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? Comprehensive knowledge of the science of meteorology combined with communication skills to convey complex information. How did you get involved in your profession? I grew up in the UK and was fascinated with the weather, and was one of those nerds with my own weather station. I had my heart set on becoming a TV weather presenter, but it seems I have a face for radio! Could you break in to the industry in other ways? Not really – all professional meteorologists need to have a degree and most have undertaken training at the Bureau of Meteorology’s training centre. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? I’d love to forecast weather in Antarctica. It’s quite competitive and involves being deployed for a minimum of 12 months. Are you in the industry for the long term? Yes, it is a job that is always different and challenging. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Choose a career you find fulfilling and enjoy. Did you always think you would be in this role? No, not
really. I flirted with going into teaching, but my dad was a teacher and talked me out of it. What was your first paid job? I worked in a nuclear-fuel-producing facility after school, testing conveyor belts that carried fuel pellets. It was strange being tested for radiation at the end of each day! What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? Travel. What inspires you? Travel – I’ve been fortunate
to see many parts of the world and it reminds me how fortunate I am. Who is your rolemodel? My parents. They taught me the right balance between working hard and having fun. What are your words of wisdom? Work to live, not live to work.
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FAVOURITE ... WORD Eclectic. SOUND Children laughing. PLACE Bed. PASSION My husband. THING Otto, our miniature schnauzer. FOOD Chocolate. SMELL Bread baking. TIME OF DAY In the morning. BOOK The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.
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Family // Business While many now shy away from following the career paths of their parents, local stylist Sarah McCarthy-James chose to pay homage to the tradition of the family trade when starting her online store, Greenwood’s Home. Her inspiration came from her grandfather, who kept a homewares shop in England called Greenwood’s. Sarah has brought the business into the modern age by taking it online, and on the website’s pages you’ll find gifts and homewares that reflect Sarah’s aesthetic as a stylist and are sourced from local and fairtrade artisans. @ greenwoodshome.com.au
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Unless you purchase jewellery from the jeweller who crafted it, it can be difficult to know if the piece was ethically produced. Providing an alternative for ecoconscious lasses, local jeweller Clare Poppi creates wearable art using recycled metals and biodegradable elements. Her designs are drawn from nature and are crafted using sustainable design practices. Through her label Small Green Leaf, Clare hopes to raise awareness about harmful social and environmental impacts of jewellery production, and also encourage consumers to make more informed choices. @ clarepoppi.com
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Plunging your hands into damp soil to prepare your garden bed for a new crop of plants is one of the most satisfying ways to connect with nature. But before planting a garden, it can be handy to familiarise yourself with the principles of permaculture to increase your yield and enhance the role your garden plays in nurturing the local ecosystem. Northey Street City Farm has an intensive Permaculture Design Certificate course planned for September, and also hosts regular Sustainable Living Workshops for those wanting to learn more about permaculture concepts. @ nscf.org.au
Moving to Brisbane after leaving his role at the helm of Melbourne’s Charcoal Lane, a restaurant by Mission Australia that provides employment opportunities for indigenous youth, chef Damien Styles has taken up a new post as head chef of The Jetty South Bank. Damien’s food philosophy is simple fare prepared to highlight each ingredient, and he is currently relishing the task of infusing modern-Australian dishes with Indonesian flavours at The Jetty. His signature dish is nasi goreng – in reference to the restaurant’s Balinese inspirations. @ thejettysouthbank.com.au
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discover: //thebeautifulthink.com.au principled // attire A sustainable approach to owning a suit is to wear the garb you’ve inherited from your father or grandfather. Unfortunately, sometimes the cut of the suit is a little too ‘classic’ to be worn anywhere except a fancy-dress party. Sustainably minded gents can indulge their greener side in a modern manner with a 100% vegan suit from Brave GentleMan. Founded by Joshua Katcher, Brave GentleMan showcases items that are sustainably produced in fair-labour conditions, and that address ecological, social justice and animal-rights issues. Joshua’s philosophy is to make garments for men who want to save the world and look dapper in doing so. @ bravegentleman.com
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The Corner Store Cafe in Toowong has great coffee and breakfast.
I like Maiocchi for shopping – it has a great fusion of Japanese fabrics with Australian fashion design.
That New Farm Park is a great spot for a picnic lunch. what
About the authentic and affordable Asian food in Sunnybank! It is so tasty and the serving sizes are generous. what environmental
what environmental issue has caught your eye recently?
The effects of flooding in Brisbane. Flooding has become a pretty big issue in recent years. what is stimulating you at the moment?
Taking a more laid-back approach to life. what issue needs immediate public attention? With regards to my industry, I am concerned about the financing of new infrastructure needed for Brisbane. what are your spiritual beliefs? I don’t have any, but I believe that everyone is entitled to their own opinion about religion.
what environmental issue has caught your eye recently? I am
worried about the hole in the ozone layer – I carry sunscreen with me all the time. what is stimulating you at the moment? Brisbane people are always smiling and it makes me really happy. what issue needs immediate public attention? Healthy eating. I think that people need more education about what foods are good for them and how to eat better. what are your spiritual beliefs?
Happiness comes from laughter.
environmental issue has caught your eye recently? The need to
maintain clean waterways and the management of the wildlife that lives around them. what is stimulating you at the moment?
Renovating my house. But I don’t know if it is stimulating or just aggravating! what issue needs immediate public attention?
issue has caught your eye recently?
Animal cruelty associated with factory farming, where industry strives to maximise output at the expense of animals. what is stimulating you at the moment? I’ll be spending the rest of this year overseas on an unplanned adventure. what issue
The creation of bicycle speed limits on the bikeways in and around South Bank – the bikeways are dangerous for young children.
needs immediate public attention?
what are your spiritual beliefs? I don’t have any. who is inspiring you and why? My children always
I’m a modern-day Catholic. Everyone should have the right to put their faith into the higher power they choose.
Forced labour and trafficking that is secretly occurring in today’s society. what are your spiritual beliefs?
who is inspiring you and why?
who is inspiring you and why?
My aunty has shown real strength of character despite some pretty serious health issues.
Australians in general. I’m from Japan and have found that Australians are really friendly and they enjoy life.
inspire me – they make me want to be a better person.
who is inspiring you and why?
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Jack wilson stone The next time a curious bee begins to mill around in your personal space, take a moment to think before you frantically try to scare it away. This little critter and its tiny counterparts are the reason we have access to fresh fruit, veggies, nuts and seeds every day, pollinating more than one third of the global food supply. Unfortunately, bees are facing a dire future caused by pesticides and urban sprawl, meaning that we too are facing a crisis. Jack Wilson Stone and Kat Skull of Bee One Third have donned their beekeeping suits in the name of educating urban dwellers about the importance of bees, using traditional methods to re-home wild colonies of bees into hives and onto Brisbane rooftops.
There’s a crossroads that a young person reaches upon finishing high school where the world lies before them like freshly fallen snow, just waiting for them to choose a path and leave their mark. The trouble is, upon reaching that crossroads at the age of 17, many of us are none the wiser as to where our path lies. So we wander aimlessly across the globe, hoping that our destiny will make itself known. Jack Wilson Stone’s post-formaleducation wanderings took him all over the map, from California to Eastern Europe, and slowly began to reshape his perspective on the world. “The biggest things that influenced me overseas were the cultures,” he says. “Having spent 15 months in Eastern Europe, I adopted a strong interest in the food culture over there and how they managed food as an integral part of everyday living. It was a huge difference to how I’d been raised with junk food and fast food and things that were easy to fry up and get out on a plate. It was a ritualistic thing in Eastern Europe to sit down and appreciate a meal, and it was something I was really intrigued by.” Inspired, Jack returned to California in search of farms that he could work on to learn the true process of growing his own food. He ended up spending time on communes and farms in northern California, learning the intricacies of a selfsufficient lifestyle. When he returned to Australia in late 2011, he felt a burning
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desire to share the valuable lessons he had learnt with other people. “I wanted to teach people to make that connection with the process through which their food is grown,” he says. “It’s vital and is the one thing that connects us all. Food is the universal energy that keeps us all running and, I think, is the one thing that keeps us all really level-headed as one, because we all have to live on something.” In search of an outlet to put his philosophy into practice, Jack went on a trip to Melbourne and came back with an imagination brimming with ideas. “I saw the types of things they were doing down there and found out how I could start growing my own veggies and potentially teach others how to do the same,” he says. “But that all fell through when I failed to grow a couple of veggie-patch beds!” At the time Jack was working at Pearl Cafe in Woolloongabba with Kat Skull, and the two began discussing how they could start a business in Brisbane that was different and new. “We looked at ways other people were doing it around the world and bees kept coming up as this universal problem with food. Because if you go back to the beginning, what actually starts the growth of food? It’s the farmer planting the seed, yes, but without the vital ingredient of bees, you don’t actually get a yield of fruit and veggies. The bee has to pollinate the plant for there to be any food for the masses.”
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Bees soon became the pair’s obsession, driven by burgeoning media reports that bees were dying off and that the world would be in dire trouble without them. Within a month, Jack had set up his first beehive and began teaching himself the craft of an apiarist. “I’ve always been a hands-on person, but I wanted to be hands on in what I was teaching,” he explains. “Gardening is one thing, but beekeeping is something in which you can see an immediate impact on the environment around you.” Jack and Kat gave their concept the name Bee One Third, in reference to the significant contribution that bees make to the global food supply. Their goal was to raise awareness amongst urban dwellers about the trouble that bees are facing. “There are some really big problems out in the country where bees are dying off really quickly because of the use of toxic chemical pesticides on our food crops,” Jack explains. “The bees try to pollinate the food crops and then bring the pesticides back to the hives. So they’re dying off in masses all around the world, although it’s not really documented in Australia.” Jack says that it’s people who live in the inner city who have the power to make change. “We’re trying to communicate that bringing the bees back to the city is vital for us all and it’s vital for urban pollination that we understand how integral these little bees are. And all that comes with the really cool by-product of honey.”
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Pearl Cafe, and it will soon also be available from the gunshop café. The long-term goal for Jack and Kat is to see hives on rooftops all over Australia. “It’s happening big time in Melbourne and I think there’s the same potential in Brisbane with the environment we live in because we’re so lucky with our weather up here,” Jack says. “My goal is to see the grey spaces of the rooftops of Brisbane transformed into utilised green spaces like in Europe – whether it be for rooftop bars and restaurants or rooftop gardens. We’re quickly running out of space to get together as a community in the city, and rooftops are the perfect platforms to bring people in because it’s urban acreage that isn’t being used.” Jack says that his greatest challenge has been simply believing that he could be the person he wanted to be and that his dreams really were achievable. “In the past 18 months I’ve been able to do more than I could have ever expected. Just being able to follow your dream and teach and engage people in the things that you love is amazing. I believe you are a reflection of the environment you create, so if you create positive energy, it will come back to you.”
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The education of kids about the importance of bees is also one of the duo’s driving forces. “In today’s world there’s this whole disconnect between us and the origin of our food and I think it’s really important to get past that,” Jack urges. “We need to teach our kids because the next generation is ultimately the one that will save the generations to come.” Bee One Third now has 11 beehives perched on rooftops across Brisbane, including at Gerard’s Bistro on James Street, the gunshop café in West End and Lightspace in Fortitude Valley. “The honey from the Lightspace hive was our most beautiful honey this season,” Jack says. “It had this intriguing lychee and lime flavour and we couldn’t quite put a finger on what flower it had come from. But I guess that’s the beauty of the inner city – the level of biodiversity on such a tight scale. We’ve got so many different cultures from Europe, Asia and the Americas who all live throughout these suburbs and are planting their own trees – so the bees have a field day!” Honey fiends eager to sample the delicious converted nectar can currently purchase Bee One Third’s Neighbourhood Honey from Cup Specialty Coffee in West End and
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What do you do? I am a fashion editor and stylist. What are you wearing today? Karen Walker top, jacket and pants, and a Marni bag. Describe your style Anything goes. Where is your favourite place? Italy – I lived there for eight years. What is the best advice you have ever received? Be kind. Who is your rolemodel? American Vogue creative
What do you do? I work as a barista. What are you wearing today? Wrangler jeans, a Pigalle t-shirt, a chequered shirt and a hat. Describe your style It’s relaxed and casual. Where is your favourite place? Brighton in England. It has such a great laid-back vibe. What is the best advice you have ever received? Always follow your instincts. Who is your rolemodel? I admire people who
What do you do? I study interior design. What are you wearing today? Oneteaspoon jeans and a maroon t-shirt. Describe your style Edgy and eclectic. Where is your favourite place? The beach. What is the best advice you have ever received?
director Grace Coddington, because she creates amazing fashion shoots.
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Don’t give up – if you work hard, your dreams can happen. Who is your rolemodel? Fashion blogger, Mandy Shadforth. She has a great lifestyle and I love reading her blog.
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bhalo.com.au –– Bhalo designs limited-edition women’s clothing and accessories, made from only ethically handwoven and naturally dyed cottons and silks produced in Bangladesh. age 30. born Perth, WA. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you I’m not sure if they have! something you discovered this month Free online courses – I’m finally
upgrading my maths skills (currently not good), and learning how to code. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen Once I was flying from India to Bangladesh, and I woke up and looked out the window and the Himalayas were right next to me out the window. At first I thought it was a giant angular cloud – it was so white and tinged with purplish pink from the sunset. environmental beliefs Just respect for the environment. I also believe that people should have more of an idea of where their products come from, the effect on the environment and others, and the lifecycle of a product. scares you The thought of somebody I love dying. biggest inspiration Both sets of my grandparents, and my mother-in-law and father-in-law, for their resilience, their patience, and their subsequent success despite hard times. And my parents for the ethics and sense of justice that they instilled in me. words of wisdom If you talk big, you can always get away with it if you follow it up with action! Also, don’t put tomato in a lunchbox sandwich.
ethical // textiles The handmade textiles of indigenous artisans are often of a far better quality than similar goods that are manufactured commercially. Knowing this fact well, Harper Poe began the socially conscious textile design company, Proud Mary. Harper seeks the talents of textile artisans from many different cultures to create her ’ethnic-modern’ range, which includes blankets, totes, shoes, dresses and pillows. Proud Mary ensures that all artisans receive a fair wage for their work and aims to create long-lasting, sustainable relationships with them. @ proudmary.bigcartel.com
leather // therapy In order to ease the solitude she felt while living on a ship that traversed the globe supporting indigenous artisan development, Jen Stilwell turned to crafting leather bags – a skill she had learned as an apprentice in Argentina and the UK. She has since turned the form of therapy into the accessories label All Hands, which crafts various forms of leather bags. Jen’s goal over time is to move at least 50% of production overseas to artisan groups and women’s collectives in order to help support a sense of purpose, pride, better wages and fairer working conditions. @ allhandsny.com
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Vinyl // style The moment when you stumble across your dad’s old collection of LPs can, depending on his taste, either be a cringe-worthy musical journey or like stumbling upon a goldmine. When Hungarian designer Zachary Tipton discovered his dad’s collection, he saw a sustainable business idea. Using the upcycled vinyl records in place of titanium, Zachary began designing glasses under the brand, Vinylize. Sleek and sophisticated, the frames are made wide enough for the original grooves to be visible. Zachary has also founded the Vinylize record label, releasing diverse sounds from artists hailing from the UK, Italy, Lithuania, France, Germany and Hungary. @ vinylize.com 22 map magazine
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For her sustainable fashion label STATE, Adrienne Antonson creates one-of-a-kind, handstitched garments using repurposed material that she collects from vintage shops and other obscure locales she finds in her travels. STATE collections also often feature hand-painted and sculptural details, drawing from Adrienne’s background as a visual artist. The label’s signature item – the STATE smock – is made from deconstructed men’s button-down shirts that are intended to be seasonless, ageless, and flattering to all body shapes and sizes. @ adrienneantonson.com
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Truly dedicated eco proponents limit their household cleaning products to a trusted mixture of lemon juice, vinegar and baking soda. Admirable, yes, but thankfully for those who enjoy a floral scent in their cleaning liquids, another eco-friendly alternative exists. Sapadilla Soap Co. blends house-cleaning products, laundry detergent and hand soap that are kind to the planet and come infused with garden-derived scents such as rosemary, lavender and bergamot.
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The beauty of stepping back to gain perspective. Entrepreneurs can get wrapped up in the nitty-gritty details of their business, but sometimes the best solution is to stop and pause, rather than continue to work at a solution. idea of complete happiness When I know I’ve contributed to something that is actually helping someone. There’s no other feeling like that in the world. biggest inspiration My mum. I’ve learned true love and sacrifice from her. I would be lucky to come even close to being the woman she is. world needs to change How we treat people. We’re all humans on this planet. We come to be the same way, and our bodies will degenerate the same way. When we start seeing that every human being is worthwhile, that every human is as valuable as we are … then the world will change. words of wisdom Do something, for someone, today. Anything counts.
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Over centuries, Italians have refined the art of lunching. Tucked behind Bucci Restaurant, Pronto Bucci serves light and tasty lunches alongside cold Peroni to those in the James Street precinct. The licensed locale creates Italian street food with style, featuring piada and panino breads filled with moreish fresh ingredients from local and Italian suppliers. Menu items are prepared daily and made to order, and patrons or office groups can now take advantage of the online ordering system. Open from 7:30 am, Pronto Bucci also offers discerning passersby coffee, pastries, soups, salads and breakfast options.
Not everybody can be a morning person – some of us need a deep mug of hot coffee to get started, preferring to burn energy at night instead. Jetts provides the flexibility to work out at any time of the day or night, with reciprocal membership benefits for any of the 200-plus Jetts clubs across Australia and New Zealand. To help track your progress, Jetts has a free body composition analysis program. It also offers personal training and group training and, for a limited time, members can enjoy the club’s free fortnightly Yoga on the Wharf classes.
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Nissan LEAF innovative It seems the only time your car’s petrol light comes on is when you’re in a hurry. You make a dash for the petrol station, join a queue of cars and then watch as the dollars rise while you fill the tank. The Nissan LEAF is powered by 100% electricity, which means that those who drive it will never have to stop for petrol again. With the aim to create an emissionfree future, Nissan is working to develop greener technologies, including cleaner diesels, internalcombustion engines and hybrid cars. The Nissan LEAF is a car that runs on a Li-ion battery that you can charge completely overnight, affording you 170 km worth of clean energy. This means that if you charge your car regularly, you’ll never be caught without energy. The Nissan LEAF does not have a tail pipe, because it does not emit any exhaust gases, CO2, or NOX. Ideal for Brisbane’s sunny weather conditions, the Nissan LEAF has a solar panel on its rear spoiler that works to
convert sunlight into energy for the 12v battery. This means that the sun helps to power many of the vehicle’s interior accessories. Showcasing smart technology, many of the car’s internal accessories can be controlled from your smartphone via a clever new app. A satellite navigation system, a reversing camera, predictive path technology and an ANCAP five-star safety rating are some of the many features included with this intelligent vehicle. With a choice of five colours, the Nissan LEAF is an exciting and innovative choice for those who dream of contributing to an emission-free future.
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SIMON GRIFFITHS After spending several years volunteering in the developing world, Simon Griffiths saw that there were two things that could help make a difference to global poverty: beer and toilet paper. More specifically, the solution was the concept of consumer-driven philanthropy – giving people the opportunity to make a difference by buying products that they use every day. Firstly, Simon co-founded Shebeen, a bar in Melbourne that donates 100% of its profits to the developing world. His second business, created with friends Jehan Ratnatunga and Danny Alexander, is WhoGivesACrap.org. An online recycled toilet paper company, the business donates 50% of its profits to WaterAid in a bid to provide people in developing countries with access to a toilet, helping prevent diarrhoea-related illnesses.
I was definitely entrepreneurial as a kid … but it was of a more capitalist bent. I’d always sell my friends things at school and start up small businesses doing this and that. I studied … engineering and commerce at uni, which sort of fed through into the way I think now. Within commerce, I studied finance and economics, and while finance teaches you how to make money work, economics is more about problemsolving with business-like scenarios. And then engineering is almost pure problemsolving. So pretty much everything I did was about how to problem-solve with money, which is basically what I do in my day-to-day job now. I was dissatisfied … working in corporate environments, because the work was fine but I never felt like I was doing something that I cared about. I tried a few different things and thought I’d eventually figure it out, but I got to point where I realised that maybe I was just doing the wrong thing. I spent some time in the developing world … and realised that I loved the outcome of the work I was doing. I’d found the right outcome, but the process still wasn’t quite right, so I had to find a middle ground. The thing that slapped me in the face … while I was volunteering, was the inefficiency that can come through a lot of volunteer positions like the ones I had. There were a lot of inefficiencies because people didn’t have the flexibility
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to think creatively and to solve problems that were going to be impact-maximising. I felt like there needed to be a much more entrepreneurial approach to the creation of social impact. I realised that … everyone working in the developing world was under-funded and was competing for the same funds and was spending a lot of wasted time doing that. Basically one third of an organisation’s time is spent trying to attract funding, but, in doing that, they’re just taking funding away from somebody else. I saw that as a huge problem – we had to figure out other ways of funding the same sort of thing but through a new funding channel. And that was by using goods that we all purchase, like beer and toilet paper, and using the profits to create social impact. The government is notoriously bad at innovation … and we need to find new and better solutions. I don’t think it’s the government’s role to be innovating, but I think it does need to look at the people who are innovating and being successful and become a partner with those innovators to make things faster, easier and more impactful. Shebeen was a very convoluted project to get started … because the idea of a non-profit bar pushed the boundaries of what people thought businesses could do and should be doing. The hardest part was raising the capital to get it off the ground. When we started four years ago, no one
knew what social enterprise was, so there was a lot of education. And the idea of giving us money and getting a financial return but also creating social impact didn’t yet exist in Australia, so we went for a nonprofit model, which maybe we wouldn’t have done if we were looking at it now. We don’t refer to what we do as social enterprise … because it’s a term that gets thrown around but doesn’t actually define what anyone does. We just think of what we do as being a business that does good. We started crowdfunding for Who Gives A Crap … in mid-2012, but we only started fulfilling orders in April this year. We ordered enough product to have a back stock for two to three months, but the demand for it was much higher than what we anticipated and – even though we didn’t do any active marketing – we ended up selling out of the product that we had in about five days. The greatest challenge we’ve faced is … that we’re competing with some of the biggest producers in Australia and the world, because our product reaches every single person in the developed world. It’s really quite difficult to sell toilet paper outside the supermarket and getting into a supermarket before you’ve got a product is also very difficult. So we’ve had to try to define a completely new retail opportunity by getting people to buy online. We recently made our first donation to WaterAid … and while we’re still confirming it, it looks like one of our 48-roll
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boxes is able to provide someone with access to a toilet for 12 months. To see that donation go to WaterAid and see them realise that it’s something that will only grow is something that I’m really proud of. My parents have always been supportive … whether it was because they were foolish enough not to question what I was doing, or smart enough to keep their mouths shut! They were very encouraging in letting me try different things to figure out what did and didn’t make sense, and they would watch me make mistakes and also have victories. It was only a few years ago that they came clean and told me that they didn’t really understand what I was doing, but it looked like I was on the right track and they wanted to do everything they could to support me. I’m inspired by … people from all sorts of fields. There’s the guys who do some amazing work on the ground like Sanergy – who are pioneering the idea of selling sanitation as a product in the developing world and turning it into a business model. And then there’s the people like IDEO.org who help organisations that don’t have the ability to access
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smart, well-paid consultants to get in there and solve some of their complex problems. I’m really inspired, too, by the people who get into the marketplace and make a lot of noise and change the way consumers engage with products. I’m really motivated by … being able to get someone to change the way they’re thinking or to get people to buy something because it’s doing something better. It’s about making the small changes in order to have a product that’s completely different and gets people thinking. My dream now is … to grow these businesses and see what the opportunities are and make sure we’re doing everything we can to drive this movement. I’d like to start even more businesses that can increase the level of impact that we have as a society. But for now I think it’s important to see these current businesses through to their absolute highest level of success. Stay foolish … because the more you know about something, the less likely you are to do it. If we knew how hard it was to start a toilet paper company or get a non-profit bar off the ground, there’s no way we would have embarked on it in the first place. But it was totally worth it.
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Celebrated for their beauty and the story that unfolds as a tiny bud unfurls into a wash of colour, flowers are one of nature’s finest fleeting treasures. And no matter how many times we smell the sweet scent of a rose or watch a lily bloom, the desire to be surrounded by flowers never wanes. From her small studio in a space shared with a hairdresser, florist Rebecca Kell connects lovers of flowers with locally grown, seasonal blooms. Her working day begins at dawn – as sunlight steadily trickles into the sky, Rebecca unloads bunches of flowers into her studio, where she sets about creating the day’s arrangements. Behind her sits a bookshelf teeming with vases – delicate glass vessels alongside
stout ceramic creations – to provide each arrangement with a unique finishing touch. The diminutive space allows necessities like colourful ribbons and tools to be within easy reach of the workbench, but the small area also means the floor must double as storage space, which vanishes under a blanket of flora as the day’s stems are bundled into vases. Once all of the orders have been delivered, a polished wooden floor and wooden bench reveal themselves. A laptop then takes residence on the workbench, signalling that it’s time to tend to administrative tasks as the hairdresser’s chatty clients trickle in for the day, unaware of the colourful chaos that consumed the space earlier that morning.
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When Paul and Christine Norris look at an old pile of discarded snowboards, they see the foundations of a unique bookshelf. And when they cast eyes upon old foundry boxes, plans for a rustic water feature begin to take shape. These visions come to life in their Northgate warehouse, Grand Ideas Salvage Emporium. Paul began salvaging industrial antiques when Brisbane’s old buildings were being felled in the 1960s, and his love for repurposing materials was the inspiration for the new venture. Large sheets of patterned steel made from car scraps encase the outside of the building, and the scene inside is just as eclectic. Every available space is filled with a motley assortment of salvaged finds ranging from old bottles 30 map magazine
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the air, though southerners might argue that it never arrived to our sun-drenched city. Regardless, now’s the time to savour those last evenings snuggled on the couch in a blanket before the heat arrives. Hailing from Norway, Roros Tweed faithfully weaves 100% wool blankets and pillows. Since Norwegian sheep are lucky enough to graze on clean, fresh mountain pastures, their wool is said to be pure and more environmentally friendly than most textile fibres.
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As wedding music begins and the bride emerges at the aisle adorned in an elegant white gown, there is rarely a dry eye left amongst family and friends. Discerning brides can feel confident in a custom-designed gown from Alter Ego, which will appear at this month’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane as D’Moore. Daniel Moore and his team enjoy working with customers to transform original concepts into unique fashion creations. As well as being experts in bringing fashion visions to life, the team at Alter Ego has provided alteration services to men and women for more than ten years.
Built in 1886, the heritage-listed Victorian edifice of iconic Customs House characterises sophistication, elegance and a significant piece of Brisbane’s history. With its idyllic location overlooking the river and the historic Story Bridge, Customs House is a romantic choice of venue for couples seeking an unforgettable ceremony and reception in a picturesque location. Wedding receptions booked in the Long Room on a Sunday include a complimentary ceremony by the river, usually valued at $1,500. The venue’s accompanying reception packages start from $85 per person.
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Constructing a bridal gown takes the work of a skilled dressmaker and the use of the finest fabrics. Whether you lean towards contemporary or vintage styles, Alla Moda has a range of silks, laces and trims to complete the wedding dress you envision. As you enter this boutique lined with fine material, you’ll notice Italian and French silks, Swiss cottons and delicate Dolce & Gabbana guipure. The fashion-forward business, which has run for almost 30 years, offers the world’s most beautiful fabrics sourced from haute couture designers and European collections.
Selecting the setting where you will celebrate one of life’s most joyous occasions can be an overwhelming task. Couples who choose to celebrate at Northshore Riverside Cafe will be made to feel at ease by friendly professional staff, as guests take in the glistening river views and green parklands surrounding the Hamilton venue. As the sun sets, internationally accredited chefs prepare fresh menu options and guests experience service from a team of skilled waiters and acclaimed baristas. By night, sparkling city lights reflected on the river form an exquisite backdrop to your event.
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Wedding cakes have come a long way from the white three-tiered fruitcake. If you’re looking for something less traditional, you’ll find macaron towers, cake pops, cookies and custom-made wedding cakes available at Emily’s Sweet Treat. If you’re dreaming of an especially decadent cake, or something a little more creative, the team of pastry chefs at Emily’s can create a unique and memorable dessert to suit the style of your wedding. The team also designs and packages sweet favours for your guests. Tastings and consultations are available to help ensure you’re delighted with your treats on the day.
Your wedding is a memorable event that mirrors the personal style of you and your loved one. Victoria Park allows your taste to be reflected with its choice of six spaces, all featuring terraces with views of the pristine golf course and its surrounding city skyline. Guests can indulge in appetising fare from the venue’s food packages, which favour local ingredients. Victoria Park is offering couples who book weddings for January to March 2014 a five-hour all-inclusive package, which includes a two-course dinner and your wedding cake as dessert for $125 per person. The offer ends October 2013.
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Eve Health caring A trip to the gynaecologist is not something women usually look forward to, often feeling a little awkward about the experience. And yet, it is important for women of all ages to pay a visit to a specialist doctor each year, and to feel comfortable discussing their health with professionals who specialise in women’s health. Those who are nervous about visiting a gynaecologist can be assured a comfortable experience and expert advice at Eve Health. Eve Health is a women’s health destination that has a caring team of gynaecologists who provide a complete range of services for women of all ages. Brisbane’s premier women’s health clinic offers accessible gynaecological, reproductive and pregnancy related services. The 11 specialists and three directors (Dr Michael Wynn Williams, Dr Ben Kroon and Dr Anusch Yazdani) take a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to your health, which is backed by
in-depth knowledge and current research. This month, the clinic is expanding to include a state-of-theart facility in Spring Hill. The clinic is set in a purpose-built women’s health precinct, making it a convenient and central location for women’s health needs. In a peaceful, modern environment, the highly skilled team delivers positive clinical outcomes and works to ensure a relaxed experience. Women of Brisbane are encouraged to partner with Eve Health throughout their lives to maintain gynaecological and reproductive health each year, as they grow from adolescence to their later years.
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Your wedding rings are a precious memento of your special day and become more meaningful if you have helped create them. The design process at Fio is a collaborative experience, where couples work with the jeweller to fashion rings they will treasure forever. Leading contemporary jeweller Matt Dwyer has designed and created pieces by hand for 15 years. His work, which has been exhibited in London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, can be viewed at Fio’s gallery. Couples can opt for traditional pieces or something more creative.
A classic suit exudes timeless elegance that won’t age with your wedding photos. Urbbana’s stylish menswear is designed by founder Sam Abi, who sources high-quality fabrics from Italy and Turkey. Using traditional tailoring techniques, Sam and his team create custom suits, paying attention to finer details and offering more than 100 patterns and linings. Known for precision stitching, Urbbana offers a luxurious range of suits, shirts, shoes and men’s accessories for the dapper groom. Urbbana also has a selection of individual smart jackets and casual blazers.
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Taking time to enjoy luxurious treatments is an important part of wellbeing. For those planning their nuptials, The Beauty Boudoir is the perfect destination for pre-wedding pampering. The salon hosts hen days, where you can relax with a glass of champagne and feel spoilt. Every member of the bridal party can enjoy treatments in the French-inspired parlour, with the therapists also tending to men with a range of grooming services. The Beauty Boudoir’s additional services include weekly student specials, princess parties and a range of affordable packages for various beauty needs.
A stalwart of the Brisbane City landscape, the Port Office Hotel building has stood in the heart of the CBD since 1868. The design of this structure makes it a fine choice for those seeking a sophisticated wedding location. The venue’s team combines current trends with traditions to create receptions that reflect contemporary couples. The hotel’s restaurant will host a bridal fair on Sunday September 22, which will showcase the hotel and suppliers, with entertainment, canapes and drinks on offer. To register, contact wedding specialist Emma Stephenson at weddings@portofficehotel.com.au.
51 Sherwood Road, Toowong T. 3371 9912 beautyboudoir.com.au
Corner of Edward and Margaret Streets, City T. 3003 4714 portofficehotel.com.au
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When flicking through old photographs, memories resurface and a story is retold through pictures. In years to come, when you look over the photos of your wedding day, you will remember being surrounded by close friends and family in a beautiful setting. A photographer who captures the natural, candid moments of joy that emerge on a wedding day is Stewart Ross. Rather than creating an endless series of staged shots, Stewart’s spontaneous approach captures the raw, real moments of joy that paint the true picture of the one day when a forced smile is unnecessary. 64 Cedar Street, Greenslopes T. 3342 1445 stewartross.com.au 38 map magazine
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O’Reilly’s Vineyards, an hour from Brisbane, is a scenic wedding spot overlooked by hinterland bush. The vines create a beautiful backdrop for your photographs and for guests to wander through before the reception. The Federation-era homestead and modern wine cellar have a capacity for 30–150 guests. Couples can celebrate in the Homestead Ballroom with its original ceilings and fireplace, or in the wine cellar, which features red cedar entrance doors and a barrel wall. 852 Lamington National Park Road, Canungra T. 5543 4011 oreillys.com.au/weddings
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Alsace Polo Tournament equestrian Although its exact origins remain a mystery, polo is the world’s oldest team sport. It is believed to have first been played in Persia between the sixth century BC and the first century AD, and was used as a training game for cavalry units. Brisbane dwellers can still see the game being played today, close up in the picturesque Alsace playing grounds. On September 15, Brisbane’s polo enthusiasts or polo curious can join the festivities of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz Brisbane Alsace Polo Tournament. The prestigious event attracts some of the best equestrian athletes from Australia and proceeds will be donated to Aussie Kidz, a charity that provides equipment and services for disabled and disadvantaged children. The stylish sporting event will also incorporate a fashion show, which will feature the talents of Samantha Ogilvie and Mitchell Ogilvie. Tickets are on sale now, with a range of packages to choose from. The Garage is a great option for those who want to be
close to the action, while the Hitching Rail ticket includes lunch and a bus transfer from Brisbane CBD, and the tickets for private marquees, picnic spots or general admissions are suitable for small groups and individuals. The privately owned Alsace polo estate opens to the public for only one day of the year to host the celebrated Mercedes-Benz Brisbane Alsace Polo Tournament, which runs from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Combining sport, fashion and entertainment in the Ford family’s stunning polo grounds, the tournament sees esteemed athletes compete to win one of the sport’s most coveted trophies.
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Each time Nicola Giuggioli takes a flight, not only does he offset the carbon miles, but he also buys a plant to mark the occasion. Being the CEO of a successful company he flies frequently, meaning his house has started to resemble an orchid-clad jungle – much to his girlfriend’s dismay. Over the years, small changes like this have helped Nicola, 32, make his own lifestyle a more sustainable one – but an eco-campaigner he is not. An advocate for intelligent design and efficient technology, Nicola simply sees a sustainable lifestyle not as a choice, but as a necessity. It is this message he conveys through his London-based brand consultancy, Eco-Age.
Like many people who are raised living a frugal lifestyle, Nicola Giuggioli was embracing the principles of sustainability long before he knew the word existed. Part of a single-income Italian family of six living in central Rome, Nicola and his siblings learned the importance of living simply. “Sustainability wasn’t really a concept that was talked about back then,” he recalls. “But we had low-energy lightbulbs and we tried to mend clothes as much as possible. My mum has always been a very wise buyer of food, so we never wasted anything – I still remember having to eat leftovers over and over until they ran out!” The first time that Nicola became aware of sustainability as a concept was in secondary school. “I was really interested in technology and one of the new and upcoming technologies was solar panels,” he recalls. “I became completely obsessed with it as a renewable technology. And because I liked to take things apart and put them back together, for my final exam in secondary school I built myself a solar panel. That was what started my awareness of sustainability, but at that time it was more about having a genuine interest for very sensible technologies.” Still unsure of the career direction he wanted to take, Nicola studied economics at university, working towards a career in finance. Fortunately, the idea of an impending lifetime of boredom spent at a desk soon deterred him from that path
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– particularly when he realised that most financial institutions did nothing to save the environment. The realisation helped him rekindle his passion for the environment, and so for the final three years of his degree he focused on the macroeconomics of sustainable systems. At the time, in 2003, the idea of sustainability was relatively new, so when Nicola proposed a thesis on ‘Sustainability applied to macroeconomic indicators’, his teacher was a little perplexed. “He told me that he had no idea what it meant, but he liked the title,“ Nicola laughs. Eager to see the world outside Italy (and looking for a change after being dumped by his girlfriend), at 23 Nicola made the move to London, where his sister Livia, a film producer, also lived. He had been working as a private chef in Rome during university and one of his clients who ran a successful advertising company in London offered Nicola a job as a runner fetching coffees. Planning to remain in London for only six months to improve his English, instead he stayed with the company for 18 months. Nicola eventually left to start producing social-themed documentary films with Livia. Their first film explored the death penalty in the USA, while the second dealt with the issue of violence against women in Bangladesh. It was during the filming of the latter that Nicola’s sustainable spirit again stirred. “Bangladesh is one of the countries that is most affected by climate change
and touching it with my own hands was quite shocking,” he recalls. “I came back to London and started thinking about the environment all over again.” Looking for a way to make a positive impact, Nicola came up with a simple idea. “There were all these eco product solutions that were starting to arrive on the market, but nobody knew where to buy them,” he says. “So I decided to open a shop for it.” He and Livia opened up their shop, EcoAge, with the assistance of Livia’s husband – actor Colin Firth – and a family friend in 2008. Framed by a living green wall and solar panels on its roof, the three-storey store sat on the high road of the London suburb of Chiswick. In addition to selling high-end eco-friendly design products, the retail space also offered a design consultancy for people who were looking to renovate their house in a sustainable way, but still maintain an element of style. “I’ve never been an environmental campaigner,” Nicola clarifies. “But I am a genuine lover of efficient business, and these solutions make sense both financially and on the design side. As a result of climate change, resources are starting to become more expensive and you need to start using them more wisely. ” He says the people who inspire him most in the realm of sustainability are those who put their words into action. “I really admire people who are doing something positive that they believe in and they make it happen with business sense. To change
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the world, you can’t just campaign – you need to come up with a solution that makes business sense and is environmentally sound.” Growing from what was a team of five people two years ago, Eco-Age now has 20 employees. It has evolved from its original retail concept to now focus on corporate brand consultancy. “The impact of our work is so much bigger with businesses than with residential clients,” Nicola explains.”It’s very difficult these days to differentiate your product from other businesses. So the new way to differentiate your company is via sustainability.” Five years in, Nicola and Livia have reached a point where their unique consultancy – which calls its offering ‘managing ethics and aesthetics’ – is sought-after by big-name brands. Currently EcoAge is working with luxury jeweller Chopard to build its brand to be the leader of sustainable luxury, while other clients include Gucci and Wembley Stadium. Personally, Nicola finds his inspiration in his father, an engineer, as well as his sister. “Livia has a talent for public relations like I’ve never seen anywhere else,” he marvels. ”She gets everyone to love her and can build a relationship
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with anyone. And she always makes something happen. It’s incredible.” Cleverly making the most of constantly being on her husband’s arm throughout the awards season leading up to his 2011 Oscar win, Livia used the exposure to wear only eco-friendly and sustainable gowns and accessories on the red carpet. The initiative, which Eco-Age labelled the Green Carpet Challenge (GCC) has since convinced several high-end designers – including Armani, Prada, Tom Ford and Valentino – and A-list personalities to do the same, raising awareness for sustainable fashion. The GCC is now seen by many as the most successful project on sustainable fashion ever developed. It will launch its first capsule collection in September on NET-A-PORTER, with five leading English fashion designers creating two pieces each. In his down time, Nicola finds peace in his rapidly flourishing garden and dreams of one day settling in his family’s house in the countryside of Umbria in Italy. When asked the advice he would give to people who say it’s too difficult or too late to change their lifestyle to a more sustainable one, his answer is simple, but effective. “Just start somewhere.”
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Settling into the Gaythorne community on busy Samford Road, Hansell & Gretel Espresso and Breakfast Bar offers welcoming quarters to seek reprieve from the bustling goings-on outside. The cafe’s name was inspired by owner Steve Hansell’s surname, and the Hansel and Gretel theme runs through the locale with large hand-painted murals and collages. There aren’t any edible surfaces in the cafe, or ravenous witches for that matter, but you can satiate your appetite with homemade breakfast and lunch options. If the thought of a house made from sugary creations has awakened your sweet tooth, savour one of Steve’s gluten-free brownies.
South Brisbane has long been regarded as a commercial pocket wedged between South Bank and West End, but a new brood of gourmet enclaves has recently adopted the suburb as its home, injecting fresh life into the precinct. Among these is new breakfast-and-lunch spot Merriweather. Its simple fit-out features light timbers that soak up the sun flooding the space, while the menu is executed using local produce from Food Connect and the coffee is a Merriweather blend roasted by Cup Specialty Coffee. On a crisp winter morning, you can visit to savour a warming bowl of porridge with poached pear, butterscotch sauce and walnuts.
From the hum of chatter and clinking of glasses, to the food and complementary wine offerings swilled by spirited diners, there are many elements that must weave together to create a noteworthy meal out. In the case of French restaurant Lutèce Bistro & Wine Bar, a key part of its experience is a soaring view that sweeps across western Brisbane. Landmarks can be spied over lunch, while at night the outlook becomes a dark blanket embellished with a patchwork of flickering lights. As well as offering a selection of dishes from the Alsace region of France for lunch and dinner, Lutèce also has a menu of bar food and serves breakfast on Sundays.
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There’s an adage that advises that the way to ensure a healthy diet is to never eat anything that couldn’t be grown in your grandmother’s garden. The chefs behind Simple Squares adhere to a similar ethos, making organic snack bars using only ingredients that can be picked from nature. Raw organic honey, sea salt, cashews, almonds, coconuts, raw vanilla and herbs combine in harmony to infuse the petite squares with nutrients. The bars come in various tastes including sage, rosemary, ginger and cinnaclove. @ simplesquares.com
One of the curses of buying cheap kitchenware is the toll that it takes on the environment when you have to replace it after only a few months of use. In a clever undertaking to improve the quality of the traditional French press, Bryan Kappa and Rob Story of Oregon-based studio Bucket devised the Portland Press. Made using wood, wool, glass and steel, the press makes use of an old mason jar as its vessel for holding coffee. If the glass happens to break, simply replace it with another recycled mason jar. @ bucketpdx.com
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clever // vessel When you happen to lay claim to a luscious garden, one of its pleasures is enjoying a drink surrounded by natural beauty. A challenge, however, is when the curious insects that call your garden home are attracted by the sweetness of your beverage and hover around its surface. Czech creative Martin Jakobsen’s solution to this crux of nature is the Halm. The elegant glass is sealed with a silicone stopper and turned upside-down to deter any inquisitive creatures. Plus, a reusable glass straw makes sipping all the more leisurely. @ jakobsendesign.com
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Cut two slices from the centre of the lime and reserve until ready to serve. Juice the remaining lime and put one tablespoon of the juice in a small bowl with one tablespoon of the vinegar. Stir in the coconut cream and salt and set aside.
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Cut the tuna into 5-mm thick slices, then into 1.5-cm pieces. Place the fish with the remaining vinegar in a bowl. Using your hands, toss gently until the fish just starts to turn white, for about one minute. Drain the tuna, discarding the vinegar. Place the tuna, capsicum, ginger, chillies and lime leaves in a serving bowl. Pour over the coconut cream mixture and toss gently to combine. Stand for one minute, then top with the onion and reserved lime slices. Season with freshly cracked black pepper and extra salt flakes, if desired, and serve immediately. serves 4
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boomerangfestival.com.au –– Passionate about preserving and celebrating Australia’s indigenous culture, Rhoda Roberts has curated the range of events at Boomerang Festival from October 4–6. age 55 – I am a proud baby boomer. born Sydney, but grew up in Lismore. describe yourself in ten words
Way too sensitive, hard working, loyal, fiercely protective as a mother and wife. the last thing that made you smile Sean Choolburra’s comedy, Fifty Shades of Black. It is a mustsee at Boomerang Festival. idea of complete happiness A cup of tea, good book, Puccini and the sun. If it is after 5:00 pm, then a good red replaces the tea. tell me about passion I grew up with it, watching my father fight the struggle to make things better for our people. Today that passion burns inside me – it’s about equality and representation and I want everyone to have a taste of our festivals. makes you different Being a twin and a Widjabul woman from the oldest living race on the planet. scares you Ignorance, bigotry, internet bullying and the increase of lateral violence amongst our own communities. worth fighting for The passing of knowledge – ensuring our voice survives and is seen as the ever-adapting culture it is. biggest inspiration My parents and their love story, against all odds. words of wisdom Close your eyes and listen. Think of the other and walk a day in their shoes.
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Cinematic // Culture There’s much said about the politics and current affairs of Israel in the news, but rarely is the country’s culture allowed to have its own moment in the spotlight. Now in its tenth year, the AICE Israeli Film Festival presents the best films and documentaries being produced in the ethnically diverse nation. While some delve into politics, a majority of the films in this year’s festival simply celebrate beautiful stories and magical moments from people’s everyday lives. The program of films will be screened at Palace Centro from August 20–26. @ aice.com.au
Glass // Art Chinese artists first began painstakingly painting the inside of snuff bottles (which held tobacco) in the 1800s. This art form still exists in China today, but is practised by few artists. Liu Zhuoquan is part of this league, but rather than depicting the more traditional landscapes in his art, Liu uses his clear glass bottles as a platform for a commentary on the negative effects of legal, social and political inadequacies. He also injects wit and humour in his works to provide a rounded perspective of modern China. Liu’s latest exhibition is at Jan Murphy Gallery from August 20. @ janmurphygallery.com.au
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When the written word is provided with the right conditions to flourish into a stirring piece of prose, it can inspire and open minds. Celebrating the magic of writing, this year’s Brisbane Writers Festival will present a range of events to inspire wordsmiths and encourage debate, from September 4–8. The Great Debate returns this year, with speakers arguing ‘Australia needs leaders, not politicians’. Comic books will also be celebrated and you can hear talks from the likes of Stuart MacBride, Matthew Reilly, Julia Zemiro and Dr Karl Kruszelnicki. @ bwf.org.au
For dance aficionados who also appreciate a good plot, choreographer Byron Perry is presenting a double bill of works at Brisbane Powerhouse from August 14–17. The show features Double Think and Gogglebox – performances with two distinct themes. Double Think is a playful exploration of opposition performed by a tall gent and short lady who create a complex and evolving exchange as the set changes around them. Gogglebox is a commentary on the current day, in which the analogue television has become a nostalgic object. @ brisbanepowerhouse.org
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A regular sidekick of bandleader and ‘King of Swing’ Benny Goodman, American swing-guitarist Charlie Christian was considered a pioneer in the realm of bebop. Known for his ‘horn-like’ guitar solos and his prodigious improvisation, Charlie helped proliferate the upbeat jazz style of bebop through his quickfingered guitar slinging. The 1972 release Solo Flight: The Genius of Charlie Christian demonstrates exactly what its title implies, with a collection of classic performances featuring Charlie, prior to his death from tuberculosis at age 25.
When British musician Nick Mulvey decided to leave his band Portico Quartet to chase a solo career, he took the time to step back and reflect on his musical craft. Holed up in a warehouse writing room in East London, he spent his days intently studying song form and the work of his musical heroes, deconstructing them in a bid to develop his own songwriting, singing and guitar-playing nous. The fruit of his hard work is his debut EP, Fever to the Form, which features four earthy-folk tracks, each recorded with a different producer.
Inspired by the chicken-picking style of bluegrass legend Bill Monroe, Pokey LaFarge traded his guitar for a mandolin at age 17. The instrument accompanied him after high school when he began hitchhiking west from his hometown in Illinois, busking along the way. These days Pokey (a nickname his mother gave him) has picked up a menagerie of musicians to assist him in the creation of his distinctly bluegrass, Americana style of music. The 30-year-old was signed to Jack White’s Third Man Records last year, releasing his self-titled album in June 2013.
The distinctly stylised films of director Park Chan-wook are faithfully worshipped by cinephiles. For the soundtrack of his first Englishlanguage feature, Stoker, ‘Director Park’ (as he is known) enlisted the talents of composer Clint Mansell to bring the film noir aesthetic of the film to life. Clint – who also wrote the score for Requiem for a Dream – fuses his compositions with electronic elements for an eerie sound befitting the film’s twisted plot. The soundtrack also features an original piano piece from composer Philip Glass, which plays an important role in the film.
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In the exhibition Made to Last: The Conservation of Art, artists Brook Andrew, Penny Byrne, Juan Ford, Ghostpatrol and Claire Anna Watson explore how contemporary art can be preserved for future generations. Each artist has a deep interest
in conservation, and many of their works are created using complex materials and techniques to ensure the longevity of their art. Works include repurposed ceramics, video installations and a piece made from raspberry lollies. From August 3
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With so many people squeezed into its cities, Japan now boasts some of the world’s most forward-thinking architecture, where contemporary constructions spring up amongst traditional dwellings, creating a compelling landscape. Celebrating this evolution of Japanese architecture, Parallel Nippon: Contemporary Japanese Architecture 1996 – 2006 presents more than 100 large-scale photographs and model buildings of landmark designs. The exhibition explores how architects such as Kengo Kuma, Tadao Ando, Toyo Ito and Kenzo Tange have challenged traditional design approaches to shape Japan’s evolving landscape. Buildings presented range from airports to small residences, and each reflects Japan’s history and culture. August 9–31 Above: Hiroaki Otani, Layer House, 2003, Image Courtesy of Kohji Okamoto. Top Right: Brook ANDREW, Men, 2011, Image Courtesy of the artist and Tolarno Galleries. Bottom Right: Andrew O’Brien Cheviot - The Rip No 1 Image Detail and The Cheviot Morning No 1 Image Detail, Images Courtesy of White Canvas Gallery.
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Melbourne artist Andrew O’Brien creates his works by exploring how texture and depth of colour work together. His latest collection, The Cheviot Series, was created in the open air near Cheviot Beach at the tip of Mornington Peninsula. Andrew drew inspiration from the landscape’s conflicting
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Melchior Dias Fernandes When the task of making music is entrusted to a passionate soul, song becomes a powerful tool that spreads hope. For a young Melchior Dias Fernandes, who grew up in war-torn Timor-Leste, it was a band of passionate street musicians who inspired him to pen his own lyrics. Now as the frontman of Timorese band Galaxy, Melchior views his music as a peaceful weapon that can transform ripples of discontent into waves of positive change. His latest project is co-directing and starring in the Brisbane season of the Australian-Timorese performance Doku Rai, during Brisbane Festival from September 17–21.
Growing up amongst the turmoil that gripped Timor-Leste until it was declared an independent nation in 2002, Melchior Dias Fernandes admits his view of life as a child was rather bleak. “For us, there was no hope,” he says. “We didn’t know that we were going to have this future we have now.” But amongst the mess of war, a young Melchior found inspiration in music. “Some of our people used to play music on the street and sometimes they would play political songs,” he recalls. “That inspired me because music can make a change and through music you can express yourself.” As well as this life-affirming encounter, Melchior also acknowledges his family for fuelling his passion to speak out about the events ravaging his homeland. Deeply immersed in the politics of Timor-Leste, his family would often gather for long debates on social issues. His father and uncles are tightly linked to their community after being involved in the resistance, and Melchior recalls always being inspired by their perspectives. With his own solid opinions and desire to create change through music, but no nearby music school to attend, Melchior befriended a group of local musicians and learned his craft, before joining Galaxy – a band that draws inspiration from the likes of Rage Against The Machine and Bob Marley. Reflective of these influences, Galaxy’s music is best described as a heady
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blend of rock, heavy metal, reggae and hip-hop, accompanied by lyrics sung in Fataluku and Tetum languages. In the band’s early days before independence, its songs were politically charged, driven by a passion to effect change. “You see, music is a weapon when you have no gun against your enemy,” Melchior explains. But with the independence of Timor-Leste came a newfound freedom for its citizens, and Galaxy’s music has evolved with the band member’s understanding of the rich beauty life has to offer them. Melchior admits his songs are becoming less hardcore as he explores the depths of his freedom, and seemingly simple moments – such as being able to wander far into the forest whenever he pleases – mean a great deal. The independence of Timor-Leste has also opened the country to the world, and it was while Melbourne theatre company The Black Lung Theatre and Whaling Firm was making the 2009 film Balibo in Timor-Leste that Melchior and his band began to collaborate with international artists. During the making of Balibo, they introduced the Australian filmmakers to the Timorese way of life, and recently collaborated with the company again for Doku Rai. A powerful combination of film, music and live performance, Doku Rai contrasts an Australian view of the Timorese with a Timorese view of Australians. Melchior laughs as he explains the idea. “In the
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show I wear a dress a lot and that’s not something I do usually on stage, so it’s nice to do something different.” The production is a mythical tale of two brothers – one who is cursed and the other who is creating the curse – which was filmed and pieced together on the remote island of Atauro. “It was nice to get to know each other deeply on a remote island,” Melchior explains of the filming process. “No water, no electricity, just patience.” Onstage, this film is screened alongside a live performance to create an immersive experience. Such opportunities to perform on international stages and share Timorese culture aren’t taken lightly by Melchior. Expressing great humility, he humbly cites his greatest achievement as “staying alive”, explaining that it hasn’t been as easy as it sounds. But when it comes to what he considers success, Melchior is quick to point to music. “Success is when the stories and the music hit the right people in the world,” he says. Determined to keep chasing this dream, Melchior explains that he’ll always champion the freedom of his people. “I want to give my work to my people. My life is not important – the life of my people is important. And if I have to fight like a bird against the sun, my wings will burn and I might fall down, but I will wait ‘til my wings have grown again and fly again.”
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When thousands of Lao citizens were fleeing their homeland to escape the civil war and the subsequent grip of communist rule, Alice Keohavong was among the displaced children. Alice and her family eventually settled in Sydney, where she discovered her love for acting and studied performance at university. She began acting in a number of short films and television shows, but her latest role as Mali in The Rocket marks the start of her film career. The Rocket takes place in war-ravaged Lao and follows Mali’s tenyear-old son, Ahlo, who is believed to bring bad luck. When his family loses their home, Ahlo begins a quest with his family and newfound friends to find a new home and prove that he isn’t cursed.
Penn Badgley’s love for acting wasn’t sparked by a memorable performance or childhood dream, but rather emerged from his passion for music. While pursuing his musical ambitions, Penn dabbled in musical theatre but quickly gravitated towards acting. His break came as Dan in Gossip Girl, but Penn’s recent film appearances have seen him evolve from his brooding Lonely Boy image. In his latest role, Penn plays Jeff Buckley in the biopic, Greetings from Tim Buckley. The film begins in 1991 when a young Jeff Buckley is struggling to prepare for a tribute show for his father – a man he hardly knew. While preparing, Jeff meets Allie, who nurtures his musical talents and helps him begin to create a musical legacy of his own.
Jacki Weaver has long been a doyenne of Australian cinema, starring in movies including Picnic at Hanging Rock and Animal Kingdom, but she recently began to appear in Hollywood films after a ten-year sabbatical from acting. Jacki made the pilgrimage to the USA for The Five-Year Engagement and has since also starred in Silver Linings Playbook with Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro. Now gracing screens as Gwendolyn Stoker in Stoker, Jacki stars alongside Australians Nicole Kidman (Evelyn) and Mia Wasikowska (India). When India’s father dies, her mother Evelyn invites her uncle Charlie to stay with the family. India suspects Charlie has unknown reasons for staying, and is intrigued by his mysterious presence.
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Blood Brothers is a play about the strong ties of brotherhood and the strength of a mother’s love. The story follows twins Mickey and Edward, who are separated at birth when Edward is adopted by a wealthy couple unable to have a baby. Years later, the boys happen to meet and strike up a friendship when they realise they share the same birthday. As the boys grow up, Mickey’s poor background and Edward’s privileged existence tests their friendship, as well as their mother’s resolve to hide the truth from the boys. qpac.com.au
There’s something soothing about the sounds of Cloud Control – music that feels as though it flows freely from a guitar, guiding the musician rather than the other way around. Perhaps this sense of musical ease comes from the quartet’s idyllic childhood spent in the Blue Mountains, or the band’s various musical influences that range from Fleetwood Mac to Biggie Smalls. ‘Dojo Rising’, the first single from Cloud Control’s forthcoming second album has been released, and will be played along with other new tunes on the band’s upcoming tour. thetivoli.net.au
George Benson may have forged a career that has spanned five decades and 35 albums, elevating him to the status of influential jazz guitarist, but he is loath to forget his musical inspirations. To pay homage to his idol Nat King Cole, George has long been performing tribute shows to the jazz great, and most recently recorded the album Inspiration: A Tribute to Nat King Cole. His Brisbane concert will feature songs from the new album, as well as his own classic songs ‘Give Me the Night’, ‘Breezin’’ and ‘Turn Your Love Around’. qpac.com.au
One of Tennessee Williams’ most enduring plays, The Glass Menagerie was first released under the more literal moniker The Gentleman Caller – a title somewhat more suggestive of the story’s narrative. Amanda is a tyrannical mother eager to see her shy daughter, Laura, married. Tom, Laura’s younger brother, easily succumbs to his mother’s demands, and arranges for a gentleman caller to visit his sister. Tom is also the narrator of the memory play, and he tenderly recalls the events that unfold after Laura meets her suitor. laboite.com.au
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Brisbane Fringe Festival september 1–14 at VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Brisbane Fringe Festival is returning for its second year to showcase local artists. Emerging and established artists will take over a number of local venues for the festival, filling the city with comedy, theatre, poetry, music and visual art. The first announcement of acts includes gigs by Golden Sound, Mzaza and Barksdale Brass Band, as well as improvised performances by local jazz ensembles for Jazz in the Box, plus an exhibition at Blake House Gallery.
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FASHION august 25–30 at CITY HALL A love for fashion manifests in many ways, with some carefully curating lavish wardrobes and others lending their sartorial eye to fashion design. Showcasing the latest collections from local designers to Brisbane’s fashion mavens, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane celebrates both new and established labels. This year’s festival will be held in City Hall and the program includes runway shows, studio tours of local designers, fashion talks and a high tea.
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MEDEA from august 19 at THE OLD MUSEUM
Much of the theatre from Ancient Greek times is filled with tragic events, with the tale of Medea being no exception. After her husband leaves her, Medea resolves to exact revenge – a decision she spends her life trying to reconcile. Told by an ailing Medea at the end of her life, Zen Zen Zo’s production of Medea blurs past and present. The protagonist’s actions have reverberated through her whole life and time becomes irrelevant as she tries to accept her past.
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Secrets show, created in collaboration with indie artist, Spender. August 16 AT The Hi-Fi
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Together Alex Murray-Leslie and Melissa Logan are better known as electroclash band Chicks on Speed – a musical act that uses custom-made instruments such as a wireless high-heeled shoe guitar named the ‘e-shoe’. Chicks on Speed began as an art project that combined performance art, collage graphics and fashion, and this project continues with Scream – an installation of apps that allows visitors to compose, mix and manipulate music on iPads in the IMA gallery.
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CABARET august 15–17 at JUDITH WRIGHT CENTRE Emails tick over, mobile phones hum with news and social media is always updating. The constant pace of connected society can be difficult to escape – especially for those who thrive on a sense of being in control. In the cabaret-comedy Confessions of a Control Freak, Frances tries to add a sense of balance to her life, but she quickly unravels as she realises how much she enjoys being in control. Procrastination and alcohol-fuelled yoga ensue.
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Sunset Boulevard august 26 at DENDY PORTSIDE
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Dendy Portside’s Winter Wonderland program concludes with the 1950 film Sunset Boulevard. Named after the famed Los Angeles street, Sunset Boulevard is a taste of classic Hollywood drama. Norma Desmond, a once-popular actress holed up inside a crumbling mansion on Sunset Boulevard, is trying to make her film comeback when she begins a relationship with writer Joe Gillis – an affair that is the catalyst for murder and madness.
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from the Brisbane band’s first album, Rookie. August 30 AT The Zoo
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Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand
Descending from a clifftop, I step from the boardwalk and feel the sand between my toes. The view is magical and scenes of Cathedral Cove from the film The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian actually flash before my eyes. To my left, a gigantic arched cavern cuts through a white-rock headland to join two secluded coves, and the cathedrallike arch gives the whole area an air of grandeur. The beach is sandy and shady pohutukawa trees line the foreshore. To my right is a freshwater waterfall tumbling directly onto the beach and into a pool, only five meters from lapping waves that trickle out to the ocean. This area is one of many highlights of New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula, starting one-hour south of Auckland.
The Coromandel Peninsula is renowned for its natural beauty, cloaked with misty rainforests and pristine golden beaches. My journey through the area commences with a late-night arrival by campervan to the town of Thames. Waking the next morning, I hear rushing water, which I had mistaken for wind the previous night, and I open the door to discover I am perched on the edge of a rocky creek bed. I spend the next few hours caressing the surfaces of the many pebbles and moss-covered rocks that abound in this natural beauty, which is standard landscape for the locals. The day’s journey beckons, and I follow the arum lily-covered west coast of the peninsula north, pulling over routinely to indulge in a hot chocolate when a quirky roadside pit stop beckons me. After a warm drink, I pause a little longer to hunt for flotsam and jetsam on the jasper-stoneclad coastline. As I approach the town of Coromandel, the abundance of oyster and mussel farms and roadside outlets dotted by the road beckon further exploration. I decide to indulge in oysters – freshly shucked off the neighbouring rocks – with a squeeze of lemon. The town is home to a collection of independently owned arts-and-crafts boutiques, while restaurants inspired by local produce line the main street. I also visit the famous Coromandel Smoking Co., where each day the local catch is smoked in a variety of fragrant flavours.
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An overnight stopover at nearby Shelly Beach has me wandering the beach at low tide, with the crunching sounds of broken shells at each step echoing this location’s reputation. Alone on this otherwisepeaceful beach, I watch how the low tide reduces the entire bay to a thin layer of water that beautifully reflects the dusk sky. The next day I wind my way up the peninsula and cut across to the east coast. The views across picturesque farms and inlets, the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland in the far distance are simply breathtaking. Just outside the town of Whitianga, I come across an unassuming roadside landmark that captures my attention. It’s a little hut labelled ‘trip trop’ perched over a bridge. Its occupant, a goat, pokes his head out of the hut and bleats a farmyard greeting. I soon discover that this is Whiti Farm Park. It’s like the park is Wonderland and I am Alice, bouncing around visiting animals amongst a scene of oversized mushrooms, castlelike treehouses, idle fire engines, cubby houses, old rusty tractors and mysterious forests, which are all sign-posted in their own special way to take me on a magical journey. To top off its unique status, this quirky little farm comes complete with a public liability release on entry. With another low-tide experience planned ahead, I drive the short distance to Hot Water Beach. This beach’s natural springs can be found opposite the off-shore rocks by standing on the sand in different
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spots and waiting for a hot sensation at your feet to identify their location. Within two hours of low tide, I dig into the sand allowing hot water to escape to the surface and form a hot water pool. The water, with a temperature as hot as 64ºC, filters up from two underground fissures. Then all that’s left to do is dig and build sand castles. I find myself looking around, all of us madly digging to create a warm pool to lounge in, some with a beer or glass of wine in hand. But, only minutes later, we are quickly escaping a now ‘too-hot’ pool and taking a few steps towards the water’s edge to start again. This is a ritual that continues over an hour or so until the crisp evening takes hold and we diggers retreat to a warm shower and a local restaurant. Not far from Hot Water Beach is Cathedral Cove, accessible only by boat or on foot. My walk begins at the northern end of the town of Hahei. The one-anda-half-hour return walk descends through a landscape reminiscent of a Sir David Attenborough documentary. It’s filled with local farms spotted with grazing sheep, vibrant mossy forests with arched canopies that draw me down their path, vast coastal views and trickling streams that each have their own thriving ecosystem. Coromandel’s farms and coastlines, mountains and creeks, towns and people all contribute to its harmony. The winds, waves, cold and rain balance its warmth and volcanic foundation to allow the area’s beauty to shine.
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