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“Success is continued interest in life.”

MEDIA ARCHITECTS managing editor carl lindgren business manager wendy schipper publishing manager chrisanthi demos global editor mikki brammer assistant editor melinda halloran editorial assistants lauren barker, sonya gellert, linsey rendell copy editor matthew brady web/graphic designers tahlia gregori, sarah hyne, tia queen photographer sonya gellert account managers elizabeth ljubinkovic, shelley thompson financial controller kathryn lindgren finance assistant roderica lebis media assistant emma benfatto web developers morgan daly, dino latoga contributors eric lindgren intern isabelle westaway map cheer squad kara ciampi map babies ethan, jasper york, mia, milo day, mollie, oscar map sponsor kids modester, naboth map foster animals jarot the orangutan, maxwell the rhino, migaloo the whale, pedro espinodo the iguana, philadelphia nightingale the turtle, rosie the giraffe, sinya the elephant map sponsor items a charity: water well in ethiopia a swing in bolivia an acre of the gondwana link if you don’t want to share your copy of map magazine with a friend, please place friend in a recycling bin. if you don’t have a recycling bin, it’s about time you got one! all paper used in the production of map magazine comes from well-managed sources. map magazine is owned, produced and printed in Brisbane, Australia. map magazine is published lovingly by map creative. map magazine pty ltd ABN: 98 088 035 045. ISSN 1443-5772 postal address 5 Morse Street, Newstead, Q, 4006 enquiries 07 3251 4900 subscribe $33 for 12 issues. Tel 07 3251 4900 Contents of map magazine are subject to copyright. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission of the publisher is prohibited. The publication of editorial does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of views or opinions expressed. The publisher does not accept responsibility for statements made by advertisers.

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COVER I’ve Lived in East London for 86 ½ Years

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“Everybody has something to contribute to the world in a positive way.” – – VIRGINIA BRUCE 38 international

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“If, at the end of your journey, you can say you did something that made a difference, you will have succeeded.”

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“When you’re happy within, there’s happiness all around.”

– – GAGAN SINGH 48 live

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“Passion trumps everything.”

CONTENTS

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gallery 46 mood 46 book 45

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MANAGING EDITOR’S NOTE

Just living is not enough... one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.”

–– HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN

Welcome to map magazine’s 163rd issue. It is without a doubt that Australia is one of the luckiest and blessed countries in the world. Having spent the past two weeks in Sri Lanka, I am constantly amazed, upon returning to Australia, of the beauty of our country. I remember looking out from the window of the plane as we flew into Brisbane, and distinctly noticing how wonderful the city looked.

It was night-time. The lights were clean and bright with a sharpness to them. It was as if the city was filled with sparkling jewels. There was not a cloud in the sky and the air looked so clear and fresh – no haze, smog or pollution. I couldn’t wait to take

in that first breath of fresh air and feel the cool changes of autumn. When I finally did take that breath of fresh air, it was everything I imagined and better. Cool, clean, fresh, with a tasty hint of autumn on the back of my throat. Absolutely, gob-smacking delicious! I love travelling and seeing the world, but I love the fact that when it’s time to come home, I can look forward to this feeling. As the future descends upon us rapidly, I look forward to the change-makers and dreamers creating incredible ideas that will preserve and add to this incredible city of ours in a creative and authentic way. This issue is filled with some of those dreamers. Remember to dream!

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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“A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.”

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So often we think of design as being a matter of mere aesthetics – things that look good in our homes or offices. Truly good design, however, is that which not only looks good, but that also enhances – or even saves – the lives of people. This month for our May Design issue, we delve into the minds of three benevolent dreamers: Ingrid Richards of Richards & Spence Architecture, social entrepreneur Virginia Bruce of the r.e.a.l. group, and Portuguese hotelier Pedro Marques. Each member of this imaginative trio has found a way to use good design to make a difference to the world.

And a common theme amongst them is the importance of finding your purpose or ‘authentic self’ in order to discover your own way of making a difference in the world. We hope they inspire you to begin the search for your own authentic self!

Mikki Brammer EDITOR

Imagine having to grow up without bedtime stories, and never being able to marvel over the fanciful illustrations of your favourite childhood tome. In many of the world’s impoverished cultures, access to books – and the ability to read – is a luxury that children do not have. Non-profit organisation Worldreader is helping eradicate illiteracy by delivering the largest culturally relevant library to people in low-income countries. With the help of e-readers, Worldreader gives children in developing countries access to thousands of digital books that help them educate themselves out of poverty. @ worldreader.org

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“Architecture is the reaching out for the truth.”

Admired by his contemporaries for the way he embraced his own artistic freedom, Louis Kahn became one of the great architects of the 20th century.

Louis dreamed of creating homes rather than just houses and approached architecture as a philosophy for living in the modern world. Believing that buildings should be spiritually inspiring, he strove both for formal perfection and emotional expression in his work.

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FRANK Directed by Lenny Abrahamson, Frank tells the tale of a would-be musician named Jon (Domhnall Gleeson) who joins an avant-garde pop band – only to find his musical pursuits will be led by a mysterious musical genius, who hides his face inside a fake head. Together with Frank (Michael Fassbender) and frightening bandmate Clara (Maggie Gyllenhaal), Jon’s new group is a sight to behold. Inspired by Frank Sidebottom – the alter ego of musician Chris Sievey – and on the memoirs of writer Jon Ronson, Frank is an unconventional yet funny film about an unlikely trio. For your chance to see map magazine’s screening of Frank at Palace Centro on Monday May 26 at 6:30 pm, visit mapmagazine.com.au and follow the links to the readers premiere. 114 lucky entrants will receive a double pass and winners will be notified by email. Good luck!

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GLOBAL DREAMER

GAGAN SINGH

DESIGNER, UNITED KINGDOM GAGAN DESIGN

gagan-design.com –– Designer and aviator Gagan Singh salvages, designs and builds high-class furniture from vintage aircraft parts, as well as dabbling in modern lighting design. age 39. born Kanpur, India. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you Ideas. Weird at times. describe yourself in ten words

Dreamer. Designer. Aviator. Thankful.

Committed. Inspired. Fearless.

Eccentric. Learner. Misfit. (I’m not a perfect ten either.) gets you out of bed in the morning Dreams with eyes open. And the will to pursue them relentlessly with exuberance. last thing that made you smile Reet, my nine-year-old son randomly calling me ‘Popsicle’ while I was writing this. idea of complete happiness Being at peace with one’s self because when you’re happy within, there’s happiness all around. makes you different My ability to think differently, beyond the obvious, pursue it relentlessly and get it done. scares you Ignorance. worth fighting for That’s kind of an oxymoron. Within the context of our business, fight fearlessly against mediocrity for brilliance. environmental beliefs Respect and take care of her as your mother, for she’s the creator. biggest inspiration Flying. Yes, from the pilot’s seat. world you imagine Tolerant, accepting and grateful can certainly make it a much happier place. words of wisdom Ideas are only as big as the people behind them.

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MONTHLY // VINYL Remember the thrill of finding a lucky dip at your local fete? The anticipation as you parted with your hard-earned 50 cents and discerningly prodded each mysteriously wrapped object to find your treasure was an unequivocal thrill.

A kind of grown-up musical lucky dip, Vinyl Me, Please is a purveyor of a monthly vinyl subscription comprising both new and classic albums. Every month you’ll have an album on vinyl delivered straight to your door, as well as a custom cocktail recipe (to be consumed while listening) and an album-inspired piece of art. @ vinylmeplease.com

STYLISH // SAFETY As much as we might begrudge wearing a helmet when hopping atop any two-wheeled steed, most of us realise that it’s pretty idiotic not to. When the particular protective head accoutrement happens to add an extra element of style to our outfit, however, we’re less likely to complain. The Bell Bullitt helmet is a decidedly vintage take on motorcycle headwear, and is based on the original Bell Star helmet. The full-face protection is a step up from many vintage-style helmets, and the Bullitt also features metal mesh intake vents and leather trim. @ bellhelmets.com

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Programs like Spotify and iTunes Genius have made it easier for us to tailor randomly generated playlists according to taste, but every now and then there’s bound to be an aberration. Of course it wasn’t you who added that Whitney Houston ballad to your library, but, just to be safe, you might like to start playing your tunes through The Cone by Aether.

This thinking music player learns your personal music taste and allows you to adjust it with the turn of a dial. The Cone’s advanced software observes what music you like and plays what you love, whether it be music, podcasts or internet radio. @ aether.com

During those times when you’re running desperately late for something but your legs just won’t move any faster, a certain new invention known as the Halfbike might come in handy.

A new style of vehicle that is pedalled using a hybrid cycling/ running movement, the Halfbike was invented by the start-up Kolelinia to bring joy back to urban mobility. Designed by a duo of architects who also happened to be avid cyclists, the nifty invention is light and compact enough to be taken on public transport, and allows you to see the world from a whole new perspective. @ halfbikes.com

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A CELEBRATION OF A LIFE WELL LIVED

The facades of a city may change, but its inhabitants ensure that its soul remains.

Having lived in East London for exactly 86 ½ years, Joseph (Joe) Markovitch has left the city only once to take a trip to the seaside with his mother. During his life, the area he calls home has transformed around him, and what was once an industrial wasteland is today regarded as one of London’s coolest neighbourhoods. Housing estates now stand where Joe once danced in music halls, and cocktail bars have been set up in spaces formerly inhabited by cabinetmakers, who Joe remembers from days long past. Each day, Joe takes a walk around his neighbourhood, and on one of his walks six years ago he happened to catch the attention of photographer Martin Usborne. Wanting to capture the beauty of the deep lines etched in Joe’s face, Martin asked the old man dressed

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in an oversized blazer and worn shoes if he could take his photo. Joe agreed and their pair struck up an unlikely friendship, together exploring the streets of East London each day, chatting about the past, as well as Joe’s hopes and dreams. The stories and photographs from those walks have been printed and bound into a book titled I’ve Lived in East London for 86 ½ Years – which is now in its third edition.

Using the profits from the first two sold-out editions, Joe has purchased two phones, a DVD player, a new digital TV, two coats, a batch of winter socks, a new belt, a digital radio and new shoes to replace the ones he has worn out on his long strolls around East London. The book was published by Martin’s own publishing company, Hoxton Mini Press, which he started last year with Ann Waldvogel to produce collectable art books celebrating East London’s vibrancy.

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A MODERN TAKE ON AN ANCIENT TREASURE

Watching the powerful glow of the sunrise slowly emerge from behind the majesty of the Angkor Wat temple is an experience that most people treasure for the rest of their lives. It’s difficult not to be inspired by the ancient beauty of the temple and its surrounding ruins, which are imbued with centuries of spiritual history. While these breathtaking structures were once reserved only for religious activities, they have since become one of the world’s greatest tourist attractions, with swelling crowds gathering each morning at daybreak to watch the sun rise. Hungarian photographer Antal Gabelics, who lives right near Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, has spent many hours revelling in its beauty and observing it in the context of the modern world. Wanting to explore the interrelation of traditional

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past and developing present at Angkor, and questioning what they mean for the future of this historical and sacred site, Antal created a series of timelapse-loop videos that meld the experience of tourism at Angkor into surreal, kaleidoscopic images and sequences. Vivid colours of clothing, blue skies and the ageing beauty of the stone ruins intertwine to create fascinating formations, presenting the ancient temple in a manner never seen before. The kaleidoscope patterns are inspired by Theravada Buddhist mandalas, in which the frenetic activity of backpack-toting tourists passes like the shadows of ever-moving clouds over the weathered, ancient stones.

A series of images taken from the videos, as well as the video itself, can be seen on Antal’s website.

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A GROOMING SOLUTION FOR BEER LOVERS

While you’re sipping on that beaded glass of craft brew, did you realise that up to 90% of the materials used to make the ale end up as waste product? And did you also realise that such waste can actually be good for the skin? We’ll admit it: neither did we, but we’re grateful for folks like Damn Handsome Grooming Co, who were clever enough to work it out.

Based out of Kalamazoo, Michigan (yes, it’s really a place), Jarrett and Bridget Blackmon create beer-infused men’s grooming products using the waste from craft breweries. The duo discovered that brewer’s yeast is abundant with B vitamins, biotin and other handy nutrients, while oats, hops, barley and wheat are mineral-rich grains packed full of powerful antioxidants, which are known to preserve the texture of the skin.

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The resulting line-up of grooming goodies includes the refreshing Hop Mint Soap (accented with eucalyptus oil), American Ale Shave & Face Soap (think sandalwood, cedar and white musk), Smoked Porter Worker’s Soap (featuring ground black barley as an exfoliant), as well as several shampoo and body bars and a beard wash.

Staying true to its philosophy of sustainability, Damn Handsome Grooming Co also uses repurposed and recycled materials to create its packaging, printing labels with soy ink and using repurposed beer bottles for its liquid soap refills.

Plus, all of the brand’s soaps and grooming products are natural and free from commercial chemicals, meaning they won’t sully the earth’s water run-off systems.

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FLEETING CREATURES SUSPENDED IN SPACE

Be it burrowed between toes, clung persistently to towels, piled high to form resplendent castles, or thrown into the wind to capture its course, infinitesimal grains of sand unite to adopt countless characters on each trip we take to the beach. Forming the subject of Rotterdambased artist Claire Droppert’s photographs, sand assumes many shapes and personas as it’s flung into the open air – seemingly suspended and freed from the laws of gravity. It is in this soundless moment, as the grains dash across the landscape, that Claire discovers her Sand Creatures.

Arising from the artist’s Gravity series, Sand Creatures reveals quiet, yet spirited, moments of weightlessness as grains of sand come alive and rematerialise as new lifeforms. Just as you might glance upwards and spot animal bodies and faces amongst fluffy clouds on a clear day, Claire

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sees sand embodied by insects, animals and new, albeit wavering, structures.

These leaping, lunging characters expose bulls, hares, caterpillars, fish and swarms of spectral beings, which appear to be propelled forward into the vast landscapes they inhabit. The resulting images are at once striking, peculiar and at times intimidating – with some shadowy figures emerging from the strewn particles.

Despite the explosive energy that bursts forth from her inspired photographs, Claire captures an undeniable stillness, which emanates from each of her sandy formations. Then, as soon as her camera has caught the surfacing figure, Claire’s creatures disperse – collapsing to repossess the soft terrain where each grain first began its flight. Pictured is the artist’s interpreted manifestation of a captured sand creature entitled Goat.

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What is your profession? I design and make props

and sets, one-off pieces of fine furniture, exhibition joinery and random interesting objects. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? I have a degree in industrial design and also a cabinetmaking trade in fine furniture – but someone with a construction trade or design background could fit into this role. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? No two jobs are ever the same in my role, so being adaptable and a problem solver is very important. And, of course, being skilled with your hands and having a good eye for detail is important. How did you get involved in your profession? Before starting doppel factory, I worked for an exhibition design and construction company, as well as a few set- and prop-building companies. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? An apprenticeship is a great way to begin. Or, if you have some woodworking skills, an eye for design, and are really keen to be involved in the industry, you can definitely get a start. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? I want to keep on doing what I’m doing now, and slowly grow my company. Are you in the industry for the long term?

Yes. I have been doing this type of work for about 15 years now and still really enjoy it. Enjoying what I do for a living really makes a difference. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Learn from everyone you work with along the way and find what works best for you. Did you always think you would be in this role? Yes – I always enjoyed graphics and manual arts in high school. What was your first paid job? I worked in a video store in Nambour. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? My dream job would be to work as a location scout for a film production company or to run a small-batch craft brewery. What inspires you? Listening to a great piece of music usually gets me inspired. Who is your rolemodel? My dad. He lived an adventurous life and taught me that if you’re going to do or make something, you should do it to the best of your ability. What are your words of wisdom? Do what you enjoy.

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What is your profession? I’m an ophthalmologist and surgical director. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? To become an ophthalmologist,

you’ll need a basic medical degree followed by about four or five years of post-graduate training in your specialty area. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? It’s important that you are capable of translating and communicating complex ideas to people, and that you’re able to make appropriate decisions. A great eye surgeon should be able to conduct surgeries with the least amount of complications as possible. How did you get involved in your profession? I became a GP because many of my family members were medical professionals. While I was working as a GP in Western Australia, I felt like a jack of all trades and a master of none. Then I met Fred Hollows, who inspired me to pursue this line of work. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? No. To become an ophthalmologist, you really need to gain the necessary qualifications. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? I’m almost ready to retire and feel I’ve achieved much of what I have hoped to do – but I do hope to continue achieving spectacle-free outcomes for people.

Are you in the industry for the long term? Yes, I have been in the industry for a long time. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success?

Be prepared to work hard and long, be obsessively accurate, and be prepared to change when new technology comes along. Did you always think you would be in this role?

No, I thought I might be an architect or an automotive engineer. What was your first paid job? I worked as a barman at the Albion Park Raceway. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? I’d like to be an architect – it can be pretty great career-wise if you’re successful.

What inspires you? The wonderful stories I hear every day.

I think just about everyone has a story worth writing a book about. Who is your rolemodel? Fred Hollows – he’s the reason I volunteer in the small island nation of Kiribati each year. What are your words of wisdom? Be prepared to think outside the box.

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Be obsessively accurate.”

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GEORGIA CANNON INTERIOR DESIGNER

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WORD Yes. SOUND Laughter.

PLACE Home. PASSION Interior design. THING My grandmother’s ring. FOOD Chocolate. SMELL The ocean. TIME OF DAY The moment right before the sun peeks over the horizon at dawn. BOOK The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling.

RECYCLED // LIGHTING laughter, chocolate, the ocean ...

Sometimes it may seem as though we live in a disposable society – that it’s easier to replace things at a cheap cost, rather than spend time restoring the things we have. Flipping the switch on this type of thinking, the resourceful duo behind Switch Lamps uses recycled and found objects to create its wares. Combining their two areas of expertise, wood worker Raymond Turner and electrician Troy Ward transmit experience and craftsmanship into the design of each piece they create. Their custom designs constructed from salvaged materials can be made to order. @ madebyswitch.com

ECO // MINGLING Eleanor Roosevelt once mused, “Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events and small minds discuss people”.

In an event based on the concept of speed dating, SpeedSeed will join together people with great ideas and people who’d like to see those great ideas flourish. On May 22, the unique matchmaking event will couple likeminded changemakers who have the potential to make positive impacts. SpeedSeed is the creation of The GOODNESS Inc – a social platform aimed at inspiring sustainable living based on indigenous ideas. @ thegoodnessinc.org

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TRISH FORBES DESIGNER ASA TILES

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WORD Serendipity. SOUND My three gorgeous girls laughing.

PLACE Melbourne. PASSION Colour. THING My barbecue. FOOD Crispy-skinned salmon with Asian greens. SMELL Rain. TIME OF DAY Sunset. BOOK Anything by Dawn French, especially Dear Fatty.

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DASHING // WHEELS Daydreams of travels to the Netherlands evoke images of flowering tulips, whirling windmills and classic Dutch bicycles being pedalled beside narrow canals. Preserving the charm of its homeland’s old-school pushbikes, Gazelle’s Toer Populair bicycles are made in the Netherlands and feature the same ‘granny’-style frames of the past. Available from New Farm Bikes with oldfashioned wheels and a traditional leather seat – alongside some contemporary updates, such as stainless-steel rims and rod-operated drum brakes – the Toer Populair fuses the past and present. @ newfarmbikes.com.au map magazine supports greenpeace

Singing the praises of Australia’s most pioneering creative types, the Asahi Silver Sessions is a series of interactive events that aims to foster this kind of innovative behaviour. Each session will embrace the Japanese Kamishibai storytelling philosophy, which pays homage to the heritage of the Asahi brand. The Brisbane leg of the series features our own Carl Lindgren, joined by actor Gyton Grantley and photographer Toby Scott, each revealing the secret ingredients to their respective career successes. You can view this, and previous sessions, on the Asahi Beer Youtube channel. @ youtube.com/asahibeer

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CARTOON // BRANDING The brand ACME is one that most people are familiar with, even though none of us have actually used a single one of its products. Artist, graphic designer and woodworker Rob Loukotka painstakingly combed through cartoons that showed from 1949–1994 to create an exhaustive catalogue of ACME Corporation items.

He then drew completely original, detailed illustrations of the items to create an illustrated inventory of ACME products, including the High-Speed Tonic, Tornado Kit and the dreaded Anvil. The prints are available through Rob’s website, with more varieties to come this year. @ fringefocus.com

DISCOVER: //plantwithpurpose.org FACTORY // HOTEL Anyone who has visited New York City knows that it’s difficult to find design-savvy accommodation while you’re on a budget. It’s not impossible, however, especially when you’re willing to explore some of the city’s lesser-known ‘hoods. Tucked away in Queens, Paper Factory Hotel in the neighbourhood of Long Island City offers designer digs that won’t have you subsisting on hotdogs for your entire trip.

Built, as its name implies, in an old paper factory, the hotel combines its innate industrial aesthetic with a penchant for beautiful things. Old newspaper clippings, a Thai rickshaw and old seats from a Cambodian cinema are amongst the motley adornments. @ paperfactoryhotel.com

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fun and a little more love.”

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“The world would

conflict doesn’t consume politics.”

be a better place without poverty.”

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Parking around Brisbane can be very expensive. what design item has caught your eye recently? A table, which I recently purchased, made from 400-year-old French oak sourced from a monastery in France.

Canvas. A lovely little bar tucked away just near The Gabba with a super drinks selection. what design

Maleny has a great view over the Sunshine Coast, and it’s less than an hour’s drive from Brisbane. what

item has caught your eye recently?

what is stimulating you at the moment? Paint colours – I’m looking

stimulating you at the moment?

design item has caught your eye recently? My new pair of sunglasses from Tommy Hilfiger. what is stimulating you at the moment?

Documentaries. I finally saw Inside Job recently and it rocked my world.

It breaks down a complex topic into something even I can understand.

My kids. I have been helping one of my daughters prepare for her first NAPLAN test and I have found some of the questions really interesting. what issue needs immediate public attention? The vegetation around

design item has caught your eye recently? I’m loving House of

Cards and its entire new collection hiding away in Winn Lane. what is stimulating you at the moment?

This very moment I’m being stimulated by my looming due date of uni assessments. what issue

at so many colours while I renovate my home. what issue needs

I’m all for the classics, and Ralph Lauren stuff is always great. what is

needs immediate public attention?

immediate public attention?

The issue I think needs immediate attention is the amount of people who are turning to technology for entertainment and forgetting about the simple stuff in life. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe it’s important to find love in everything I do, and in the people I surround myself with. who is inspiring you and why? My mum. She always has.

Political correctness needs attention – it seems the world has gone mad with it. what are your spiritual beliefs? I’m a Christian and I think it’s important to be kind and also to consider your footprint. who is inspiring you and why? Reid Anderton of Eagles Wings, and Andrew Pope – they have both devoted their lives to others.

what issue needs immediate public attention? Australia’s current slide towards xenophobic culture. what are your spiritual beliefs? I am

an atheist. Spirituality is fine, but organised religion is a business. who is inspiring you and why? David Pocock – a rugby player who, more importantly, has got a lot to say about social justice and improvement.

thoroughfares in parklands needs to be cleared to reduce the risk of attacks on women. what are your spiritual beliefs? I don’t have any. who is inspiring you and why? My youngest daughter, because she tries so hard at everything. She is so young and she is reading at an advanced level.

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INGRID RICHARDS The fabric of a city – the pavements we stroll on each day and the buildings we inhabit – forms an integral part of our relationship with the place we live in, and how we identify with it and even ourselves. After working on a number of public buildings, including the James St Market and the upcoming refurbishment of Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal, architect Ingrid Richards doesn’t take her responsibility as an architect lightly. Driven to continually build upon her body of work, alongside her partner Adrian Spence, Ingrid is passionate about building a city that Brisbane’s denizens can be proud of.

Good design doesn’t need to be questioned. It’s always there, and you may not even notice it, simply because it works so well. This is how architect Ingrid Richards approaches design when creating a building, so that the experience of interacting with it is natural and seamless.

Architecture is never far from Ingrid’s mind, but she wasn’t always so set on becoming an architect. Growing up in Upper Brookfield and attending a local primary school with just 30 students, Ingrid admits that, through osmosis, she considered architecture to be a dry and boring profession. She was an impressionable youngster, and instead she entertained a number of other childhood dreams, which ranged from becoming a firefighter to a forensic scientist (a career she envisioned after watching a few too many episodes of Quincy, M.E.).

As she got older, she became more interested in the arts, and wanted a career with a social conscience. “Architecture seems obvious,” she explains. “But as a young person, I hadn’t been exposed to particularly good buildings – Upper Brookfield doesn’t have them and the local shopping centres weren’t inspirational in any way – and so lacking that local inspiration, I had this idea of it as drawing straight lines on a sheet of paper and that architecture would be very boring.”

It wasn’t until one of her friends started studying architecture that Ingrid became interested in it, and, after some convincing

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from her friend, she decided to enrol in the course. “It was kind of a slow burn for me,” she recalls of how she came to fall in love with architecture. “I kind of fell in to it as a course and became more interested the more I participated in it.”

Filled with ambition, Ingrid took a graduate architect position with Cox Rayner Architects when she finished university. She remembers her time there fondly, recalling the satisfaction of completing her first project. “The first building I was project architect on was the James St Market,” she reminisces.

“It’s very humbling and it felt like an incredibly exhausting process, but at the end of the day you just feel so proud of it.”

The experience of working on the market planted an idea in Ingrid’s head that she wanted to continue to shape Brisbane through the design of its public buildings.

“It led me to this idea that we only get a limited number of buildings in which we can be involved in our time,” she recalls.

“And the thing with that marketplace is that it’s my local shops, so it has this ongoing value for me personally. So it kind of struck me in a direction of buildings that have a public nature to them.”

While she was working at Cox Rayner Architects, she met a likeminded architect, Adrian Spence, through mutual friends.

He was working with Bligh Voller Architects at the time and, after instantly hitting it off, the pair started dating.

After they had been together for five

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years, and were coming home each night to chat about the projects they were working on, Ingrid and Adrian began to consider working together. Architecturally their ideas aligned, and they served as a continual source of inspiration to one another, and so starting their own practice seemed to be a natural progression.

“It was certainly a big change,” Ingrid recalls of starting Richards & Spence.

“I loved my job and I had been there for ten years, but I think at some point it seemed like the logical thing to do and it would have been hard to imagine not doing it with Adrian.”

Working with the one you love might seem like a challenge, but for the duo it comes naturally. Architecture is woven so tightly into their lives that there is little distinction between home and work.

But Ingrid explains that it’s their shared perspective and experiences of work and travel that enable them to work so well together. There are some issues that follow them home – and back into the office the next day if a resolution isn’t found – but for the most part, it’s excited, animated chatter about both work and life that takes place around their dinner table.

In the eight years since they started Richards & Spence, Ingrid and Adrian have worked on a number of public buildings, including the Nineteen James development, and their next big project is the refurbishment of Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal. As part of the team

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working on the project, which also includes Arkhefield and GHD, Ingrid and Adrian have created a design that identifies with Brisbane in a nuanced way.

It’s an important project for Ingrid, because she wants to create a legacy from the buildings she designs – one that will help shape the identity of Brisbane as a city.

“In order for buildings to form part of a collective consciousness for people who live in a city, they have to be around long enough to have some effect on people,” she says. “So making buildings that can perform across generations is really important in a city maturing.

It’s playing our part in making Brisbane a better, more livable city. Perhaps by buildings being logical, legible and long-lasting, it will help to create a precedent for other buildings that perhaps are less focused on fashion and more focused on something that will be there for the long haul.”

It’s also fitting that she is working on the terminal, as travel forms such a large part of her inspiration. Even when she and Adrian are on holidays, it’s always a working vacation spent looking at buildings and considering the different ways that people live.

When work does eventually

stop and Ingrid’s mind is given the chance to wander, she finds inspiration in the people around her, explaining that simple things – such as watching the ways people interact in different settings – fascinate her. She also takes time each day to exercise – a pursuit that gives her clarity and peace.

That peace doesn’t usually last for too long, however, as Ingrid is always striving towards a new goal. “Contentment is something that I can’t even imagine,” she says. “It suggests not striving for something, and that you have reached a certain place that I don’t think ever exists. It’s always about finding a new goal and finding a way to meet it. I think success is continued interest in life.”

Her confidence to chase her dreams is what propels Ingrid forward, and she shares that self-belief is the key to success.

“Sometimes you are the one who has thought the most about the issue and you are the best person to make the decision,” she explains. “At the end of the day, in the context of architecture, if you design something that’s robust and well considered, people will come to like it, even if it’s not what they were expecting at first. And it’s true of everything in life.”

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What do you do? I have a jewellery label, Lazurah.

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What do you do? I’m an archaeology PhD student.

What are you wearing today? A Dangerfield oxford shirt, Lee jeans and Nike shoes. Describe your style Pragmatic and expedient. Where is your favourite place? Somewhere mountainous, cold and rainy, with a fireplace and good food. What is the best advice you have ever received? Nature abhors a straight line. Who is your rolemodel? I’m surrounded

Witchery, a vest from Sportsgirl, boots from Bali and a Lazurah necklace. Describe your style Simple, but edgy. Where is your favourite place? Thailand.

I love the beaches. What is the best advice you have ever received? Make a decision and stick to it.

Who is your rolemodel? Samantha Wills. I hope to build a jewellery empire like she has some day.

things on the unusual side of the spectrum.

Where is your favourite place? My home – it’s my sanctuary. What is the best advice you have ever received? Think it out before you action it. Who is your rolemodel? I don’t follow any rolemodels.

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I’ll create and work as long as my body allows. gets you out of bed in the morning My overactive brain ... and coffee. last thing that made you smile Dancing with my wife at a good friend’s wedding. She can really cut a rug when she thinks no one is looking! It’s always amazing to learn new things about people and to be surprised by them when you think you’ve learned everything about that person. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen Not sure I can synthesise the single most beautiful thing into a reply. From a bundle of baby spiders on the garbage can, to a snowstorm in the desert, I think we live in a pretty amazing place that never ceases to cause me to stop and take notice. makes you different I have been wrestling with this for a while. I know the sensation of being unique but I haven’t found the words to explain it. My guess is this could be what actually makes many of us the same: the inability to really sum ourselves up. scares you Failure. world you imagine More people thinking about other people when they make a decision. words of wisdom Less dreaming, more doing.

DANDY // SQUARES Not everyone can pull off the look of a nonchalantly stuffed pocket square, but for those who can – or aspire to – try one of the pocket squares from Lacquer Embassy on for size. The dandy collection of silk twill, digitally printed squares isn’t for the fashionably faint of heart, but will certainly appeal to those gents who like to infuse an outfit with a little flourish. The Deckhouse Square (pictured) embodies a distinct nautical theme, while The Laneway Square leans on the more festively colourful side. @ lacquerembassy.com

HEROIC // JEWELS We’ll admit that one of the reasons that we’re attracted to Gillian Steinhardt’s Celestial Pendant is that it looks like something a superhero would wear, but there are also many other reasons to covet Gillian’s gilt wares. Also a celebrity stylist and costume designer, the clever lass spent years scouring the globe for the perfect jewellery to complete certain outfits.

Frustrated by what she found – or, rather, didn’t – she decided to create own collection, juxtaposing strong sculptural and architectural forms with the sensual glamour of the 1970s @ gilliansteinhardtjewelry.com

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LOVELY // LEATHER It’s tempting when you acquire a new leather accessory to take to your own devices in order to speed up its weathered appearance. But have patience, dear friend, as the most elegantly distressed leather can only happen with time. If you find yourself too impatient to wait several years for the optimal patina, invest in leather accessories that look good right from the beginning. Thai collective Sew and Needle crafts a lovely collection of new leather goods – including wallets, watch bands and bracelets – and if you’re still yearning for the weathered look, it also sells vintage goods through its website. @ sewandneedle.com 24 map magazine

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The pairing of two artistic minds for the purpose of a single creative pursuit can give birth to some markedly inspired results. In the case of best friends Adrian Norris and Edwina Robinson’s union, the result was Aje. – a fashion label favoured for its glamorous designs and enduring elegance. Flaunting sparkling embellishments on timelessly cut garments, Aje.’s collections assert effortless femininity – think mod-inspired dresses bejewelled with sequins.

Spanning the spectrum from tees to gowns, the new James Street Aje. store is home to the label’s latest collections. @ a-j-e.com.au

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natural cosmetics brand to the world with a funny, lively spirit. last time you were surprised Today, with traditional Easter chocolate eggs in my bed from my husband. I love chocolate. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen Sacrifices for love. idea of complete happiness The day after a great dinner with friends, laughs and wine, enjoying brunch and eggs benedict with family.

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VIRGINIA BRUCE Twenty years ago, back when few people had even heard of the term ‘social entrepreneur’, Virginia Bruce was embodying that very premise. Driven by an inner desire to help people through business, she got her start by giving international exposure to young fashion designers, and soon grew a client base that included several marquee brands across many industries.

Now as the CEO of the r.e.a.l. group – a cooperative of businesses that focuses on using design and creativity to harness the full potential of social enterprise – as well, as the r.e.a.l. store, which is a retail manifestation of that philosophy, Virginia is proving that philanthropy and business are indeed a harmonious pairing.

I grew up … as the third in a family of four girls, and the thing I remember most about my childhood is really strong family relationships.

My childhood dream … was to grow up and help people. I think it was just in my nature, that feeling that we all need to be part of the whole.

I was very entrepreneurial … even from a young age. I really only had one job before I started going into business for myself. In reflection, I think sometimes it’s just who you are. I just saw the world as something really interesting and was always engaged in it and wanted to participate. And I loved the idea of creating international businesses and being part of the world.

The r.e.a.l. group began … when I started doing brand strategies for clients. I realised that, behind each brand, was an individual who wanted to do something with their life and offer something to the world. The common thread I saw with every brand I worked with all over the world was that human spirit and sense that we are kind of a collective. It wasn’t really about any social injustice or anything like that that made me start it. For me, I think it comes down to seeing that the world is made up of what visionaries want to do and offer – and that forms the basis of all our brand strategies.

It was always about finding the humanity in every brand that we looked at.

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The social responsibility aspect was more just the fact that everything linked back to people and what they choose to do with their life.

Through the r.e.a.l. store ... we focus on social, ethical and sustainable design, and looking at how we use design to create beautiful products that are a force for positive change, and how to create a demand for them in the market.

When you show people things … and they can actually see them, touch them and feel them, it hopefully makes it easier for them to understand the thinking behind something. The reason we opened the r.e.a.l. store was so that we could demonstrate our story, philosophy, and our manifesto of what we believe is possible. One of the reasons we opened the store in Woolloomooloo was that it allowed us to sit in a socioeconomic area where, on one side of the store, you’ve got homeless people and housing commission buildings, and on the other side you’ve got the very wealthy extreme.

I sort of see it as looking at the hybrid and how we can bring those two worlds together.

Philanthropy needs business … and business needs philanthropy. When we build a brand, we look at how we can build social and economic value – and I don’t believe that it has to be mutually exclusive. A lot of it is around the intention behind it. I think things

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have polarised a little a bit and what we need to see is an evolution of those two extremes of pure philanthropy and pure capitalism – starting to find a new ground where they coexist in a way that creates social value as well as economic value. And it’s that evolution that we’re looking to be very much a part of and to demonstrate in what we do – that you can do both.

Everybody has something to contribute to the world ... in a positive way. It doesn’t matter who they are or where they are born – everyone has that opportunity to participate. And a lot of it is to do with getting people to recognise what that gift is and making them feel confident enough to present it without judgement and without fear, and to have the opportunity to excel with that particular gift. For me, it’s about helping people to find their authentic self and live their truth and live what they’re here for, whether that’s to be a business person, a painter, or a lawyer. It doesn’t really matter what it is, as long as you do it with passion and a purpose to how you contribute to your own life. Once you do that, you get a kind of butterfly effect on how you contribute to others, society, humanity and beyond.

Philanthropy has often been about … what you do outside yourself and what you give, but, with the r.e.a.l. group , we really see that the true sense of

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philanthropy is that the best thing you can give to people is yourself.

And if you can align yourself to your authentic truth and path of what you do in life and what you’re good at and how you want to contribute and make your life better, you automatically will make life better for others.

The r.e.a.l. group is in the process … of developing a social impact development fund for companies that need access to capital. There’s not a lot of that capital around, so we’ve decided to start building that as well.

I found my own authentic self … through my own journey of trials and tribulations. You find when circumstances don’t necessarily go your way, there’s a certain part of you that seems to be the authentic self that, no matter what happens, you can’t shake it or give up on it. So, for me, working on the social entrepreneurship side of things was always in me and, no matter how tough things got, I never gave up on the view that we could make things better.

Success is … that sense of peace and happiness within yourself, no matter what’s going on around you. It’s about not being defined by events outside yourself.

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I’ve had a few challenges in my life … My family home burnt down, I went through a fairly traumatic break-up, and lost my business and everything financially. But I also think one of the biggest challenges has been sometimes feeling like I wasn’t in control of a situation and that it wasn’t something I believed in or it wasn’t how I dreamt it to be – times when reality didn’t match my vision.

And that’s a challenge a lot of people face in their lives, but that’s the personal journey that you need to go through. In my case, I’ve never lost the dream, but I’ve had to learn to develop my own sense of being and authentic self and my own self-worth. I really do believe that when you’re standing in that situation, the only thing you’ve got is what’s within you.

That’s where I see the authentic self come in, where you can create the intention to help others and create a business where you want to contribute or you want to do your part in what is the collective whole.

Live your truth … and honour the journey of your personal self. Don’t be fearful of it – just embrace it.

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5M, WINN LANE, FORTITUDE VALLEY kunstler.com.au

From the entrance of Winn Lane, the cubbyhouse-like structure that houses the magazines, journals and books of Künstler is immediately visible. Beckoning in lovers of the printed word through its crumbly, wooden door, this petite, sunlit cube is occupied by the scent of crisp, newly printed publications. Bibliophiles who sense they’ve visited this paper merchant in a past life will soon identify the space as the former residence of Atavist Books. Slipping into its earlier proprietor’s shoes with ease, Künstler respires new life into the endearing space, lining its shelves with a selection of local and international books and magazines. A fresh lick of paint and some potted greenery have also freshened

the shipshape shop that neighbours the likes of Bailey Nelson and Sunday Social. Bearing a name that is German for ‘artist’, the store and its wares cover such topics as art and design, food, fashion and human behaviour. In keeping with the store’s leitmotif, convivial owner Lizzie Stafford is also a seasoned writer and zealous believer in the power of the written word. While living in Berlin, Lizzie observed a number of stores trading quality printed magazines and journals. Upon returning home, she kindly adopted this accessible idea for the convenience and happiness of Brisbane dwellers – finding a picture-perfect address in the heart of Fortitude Valley.

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Each morning as Lou Lindgren opens the door to her quiet studio space, sunlight floods the small sanctuary, illuminating the tiny treasures that beautify her New Farm retreat. Stepping inside, and allowing your eyes a moment to adjust to the light, you’ll observe vintage vessels carrying paper scrolls, feathers and writing instruments, neighbouring tidy stacks of magazines and a selection of the artist’s dainty paper goods neatly lined up on shelves. Lou’s warming energy is noticeable at once in the looseleaf.paper studio, where she floats about her ornamented realm pouring cups of iced tea and speaking fondly of her work. Cherished photographic memories of a trip to Japan adorn 30 map magazine

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the wall beside her desk and, on the opposite wall, an antique mannequin named Amelia survives as a relic of Lou’s time living in London. Intricate paper adornments hang from the ceiling and shades of periwinkle ornament the workspace, where handmade stationery, fabric creations and jewellerymaking takes place. Grand plans for community events, festivals and creative partnerships have emerged from the brimming nook – while workshops and other collaborative projects alongside friend Kristina Chelberg simmer in preparation for the year ahead. Those seeking design wisdom, or a peek at Lou’s works, can make an appointment to visit the looseleaf.paper studio.

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Be it reading a book, watching TV or napping, you’re likely to have spent a good portion of your life nestled into your couch. With this in mind, designer Burak Kocak created Herb – a multifunctional space that allows people to do many different things while sitting on its plush, grey wool sofa. In addition to the power outlet, shelves and lamp, Herb also features a pot so you can plant some greenery to keep you company.

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Thanks to our paradisaical climate, it’s usually possible to lounge outside for most weekends of the year.

When you can’t find a shady tree suitable for reposing under, the Transamac by French company Belanka is a comfy substitute. Not only does it provide respite from the sun’s rays, but it also incorporates a gentle swaying motion to lull you into your afternoon nap.

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It’s easy, when you come home feeling beat, to simply discard possessions like your keys or phone absent-mindedly, making them difficult to locate when you’re next rushing out the door. But perch a Petal Tray by Dino Sanchez near your front door and you’ve got the perfect place to store your necessaries. Made from powder-coated sheet steel and solid red oak, this minimalist beauty is available in avocado green, powder blue and cream.

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PRESENTATION IS EVERYTHING Lightspace is a beautiful, converted warehouse in the Valley, ideal for intimate celebrations or boutique office space hire.

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GET ADVENTUROUS WITH A WORLD EXPEDITIONS HIMALAYAN EXPERIENCE With the launch of its new range of Himalayan travel experiences, World Expeditions is inspiring adventure seekers to dust off their backpacks and hiking boots. Amongst the range of Himalayan itineraries is a tour that passes through stunning Kashmir and Ladakh, following the end of the civil unrest in the area and the reopening of Kashmir to tourists.

This new tour marks the first time in 20 years that World Expeditions has offered tours to Kashmir.

Alongside this new addition is a swag of other new trips, including the Classic Poon Hill trek and a High Flyers trek, on which trekkers walk to Everest Base Camp and fly out by helicopter.

When planning your holiday, you can also consider long-time favourite adventure holidays, such as the Ama Dablam Base Camp trek, Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar trek, and the Ultimate Annapurna Dhaulagiri trek. Or, choose to mix things up with a Hike and Raft Nepal adventure, or really get out there on an exploratory-style trek such as the 152-day end-to-end trek across the Himalayas. For those who like to embrace the customs of local people, travelling during the Year of the Horse presents an opportunity to earn increased blessings and enriched good

karma. According to Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Horse is a time for pilgrims to earn increased blessings by walking around sacred mountains and lakes. This practice is most widely observed in Tibet, where most Tibetans circle the holy mountain connected to their own villages on foot, providing trekkers with an opportunity to witness the devotion of pilgrims amid the breathtaking scenery of Tibet’s holy mountains. To learn more about the range of World Expeditions Himalayan and mountaineering programs, you can register online to attend an information night. Mountaineering legends such as Tim Macartney-Snape, Simon Yates, Andrew Lock and Soren Kruse Ledet frequently visit Brisbane to give inspiring talks about the destinations they love. Many of these talks are free and more information is on the World Expeditions website.

Level 2, 129 Margaret Street, Brisbane City T. 3003 0954 worldexpeditions.com

THE ROASTERY CAFE GOES GREEN TO HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

Turning one is a momentous occasion that should be celebrated accordingly. Hoo Ha Bar hits its one-year milestone in May, and is celebrating with the launch of its new menu as well as live entertainment each Saturday.

All-day autumn breakfasts and tempting lunch selections will be offered, and dinner offerings will be served before a live band fires up. Guests can settle in for an afternoon of live jazz guitar from 3:00–5:00 pm, reserve a table for dinner between 5:00–9:00 pm and then watch a band perform from 9:00 pm until midnight each Saturday. And, you can also host your next function at the lively venue.

Creating a cafe that folks will want to return to takes a lot of heart from its owners. After perfecting its coffee using beans from its in-house roastery Rouge Coffee, and also offering rotating single-origin beans, The Roastery Cafe is now turning its attention to lending the environment a hand. The cafe’s eye-catching graffiti wall now features a flourishing aquaponic vertical garden, which is supported by a tank that houses 100 fish. In addition to the vertical garden, a garden bed has also been added to the cafe’s premises, both of which are brimming with edible plants that are nourished by the aquaponic set-up. Not only does this mean that The Roastery Cafe is reducing its mark on the environment, but it is now also preparing its meals using fresh, nourishing produce plucked straight from its own gardens. The decision to move towards becoming more sustainable was made following a passionate conversation between the cafe’s owners and management. Following the chat, which took place two months ago, help was enlisted from Made Forward and Foodqube, and construction quickly began. Locally sourced hardwood was upcycled in the construction, saving almost one tonne of waste from landfill.

41 Tribune Street, South Brisbane T. 3846 6457 hoohabar.com

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THE ALLIANCE HOTEL OPENS ITS NEW CHALET BAR There are some people who escape to the snow for an adventure-packed snowboarding holiday, and then there are those who simply enjoy curling up inside a rustic ski lodge to sip a hot toddy alongside a crackling fire. If you fall into the latter category, you needn’t escape to the snow this winter, as The Alliance Hotel has opened Brisbane’s first apres-ski bar. Named the Chalet Bar, the new watering hole is located in the cellar of the historic hotel, offering a place to unwind over an aperitif or glass of wine in cosy, candlelit surrounds.

Inside, exposed brick walls are adorned with antique skis and ski-resort paraphernalia, and guests recline on chesterfield couches while savouring cocktails and highaltitude fare. Completing the scene is the rustic fireplace, which comes alive when the temperature drops outside.

You’ll find the bar through its own private entrance from Boundary Street – push back the glass door and meander towards the cellar to discover a perfect hideaway to catch up with friends or enjoy an after-work tipple. The Chalet Bar is open from 5:00 pm to late on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Mention this piece during the month of May to receive a free schooner of Kosciuszko Pale Ale with any food purchase.

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PLAN YOUR NEXT FUNCTION AT EVES ON THE RIVER

FEAST ON AMERICAN SOUL FOOD AT MIGHTY MIGHTY CUE & BREW

From the quality of the food to the atmosphere of the setting, there are many details that help to make an event memorable. A place for celebration, Eves on the River boasts a waterfront location coupled with fine food and service from the experienced team. As the venue is such a popular destination for functions, the team can help you plan for a range of events, including birthdays, hens parties, engagement celebrations, work functions, and corporate and charity events. Functions at the waterside restaurant are available for between two and 160 guests, for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

There’s a lot of soul at Mighty Mighty Cue & Brew, and nowhere is its heart more evident than on the plates of food piled high with hearty Southern fare. A culinary temple worshipped by local carnivores, Mighty Mighty channels the flavours of the South in its lunch and dinner menus, which feature hickory-smoked and slow-cooked cuts of meat that melt in the mouth. The restaurant is now open for breakfast on weekends and can also be booked for private functions. For a more casual rendezvous, head to the bar, where you can sip American craft beers, whisky and Mighty Mighty’s specialty smoked cocktails.

53 Vernon Terrace, Teneriffe T. 3216 0726 evesontheriver.com

Shop 6/7, 100 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley T. 3666 0184 mightymighty.net.au

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320 Boundary Street, Spring Hill T. 3839 0169 thealliancehotel.com.au

EAT SUSTAINABLE PRODUCE AT THE EURO Driven by a desire to support local farmers and reduce food miles, The Euro has recently installed a Bee One Third rooftop beehive, which serves to help build a sustainable future for our city. Committed to reducing its environmental footprint, The Euro’s award-winning chef Alejandro Cancino has created a series of menus to highlight Queensland’s best and most sustainable produce of the season, prepared and presented with simplicity and imagination.

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May Calendar: SPANISH FILM FESTIVAL

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Watch a film at Palace Cinemas from May 1–14. spanishfilmfestival.com

Laugh at QTC’s latest show from May 9–17. queenslandtheatre.com.au

Listen to classical music for Mother’s Day on May 11. qso.com.au

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TAKE AN OFF-ROAD EXCURSION WITH THE MERCEDES-BENZ GLA When you’re purchasing a shiny new car from a renowned international brand, there are a number of things you will probably want to be assured of – these things might include a stylish exterior, a whiff of that new-car smell, covetous looks from your neighbours and a smooth motoring experience. And sometimes, you’ll also want the option of taking an off-road adventure at whim.

The new Mercedes-Benz GLA is the first compact SUV for the prestigious brand, and also the first to feature an optional all-wheel drive system – which means off-road adventuring can become a regular practice. With its progressive design, comfortable interiors and off-road capabilities, the GLA easily transitions from a compact, dayto-day SUV to a trailblazer’s choice of transport.

For everyday use, drivers can enjoy the SUV’s flexible interior, which features adjustable rear seat backrests that can be completely folded down. The luggage compartment is generously spacious, affording those taking spontaneous weekend getaways plenty of room for bags, sporting equipment and camping gear. The GLA sets new standards in its segment for fuel consumption, with both petrol and diesel engines providing outstanding power. Although the

new model retains the signature sophistication that Mercedes-Benz is recognised for around the world, it has also gathered some luxurious new design features, which extend beyond the exterior. Smooth surfaces, a raised body and large wheel arches are immediately visible from the outside and the interior reveals metallic finishes and seat upholstery crafted from your choice of materials and stitching. The new model has also gained a host of aerodynamic features, maximising airflow and contributing to its low fuel consumption in everyday conditions.

The GLA-Class is a leader in its segment, with dynamic performance figures in terms of its engines’ capacities. You can visit Mercedes-Benz Brisbane in Fortitude Valley now to order and test drive the GLA 200, with the GLA 250 available in the coming months.

824 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley T. 3251 6666 mbbrisbane.com.au

SAVOUR HOMEMADE FARE AT MISE EN PLACE

DEVOUR DELICIOUS SHARE PLATE OFFERINGS AT THE PORT OFFICE HOTEL

Fresh, locally sourced produce speaks for itself on the plate, with its vibrant hues and natural flavours. This is the food that every chef dreams of working with, and is exactly what you’ll savour at Mise En Place. Located in charming colonial-style quarters, Mise En Place offers homemade meals, treats and fresh juices made using locally sourced ingredients. The eye-catching homemade fare is matched by its warm and welcoming setting, which was carefully pieced together by owner and chef Chris Compton. Enjoy your meal amongst the vintage-styled interior, while curled up on the leather couch, or in the sun on the large balcony that overlooks the local neighbourhood.

Poet Khalil Gibran once wrote: “In the sweetness of friendship, let there be laughter and the sharing of pleasures.” In its relaxed setting, The Port Office Hotel enables friends to share its gastronomy pub-style dishes accompanied by refreshing beverages in a central location. Sitting around large tables, at its ambient Fix Restaurant, groups can gather to catch up and sip from a selection of more than 190 wines, 40 beers and a large range of spirits. Originally constructed in 1868, when it was named The Shamrock Hotel, The Port Office has become an institution amongst Brisbane’s night owls.

180 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington T. 3367 1617

Corner of Margaret and Edward Streets, City T. 3003 4700 portofficehotel.com.au

May Calendar: COMEDY FESTIVAL

DOOMBEN CUP DAY

SPIRO GRACE EXHIBITION

QUT WEDDING OPEN DAY

Belly-laugh at the Comedy Roadshow May 14–17. brisbanepowerhouse.org

Don your finest fascinator for the races on May 17. brc.com.au

View the work of Svenja Kratz from May 22 to June 7. sgar.com.au

Find the perfect wedding venue at QUT on May 25. ogh.qut.edu.au

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ESCOBAR KITCHEN AND BAR OPENS ITS DOORS IN NEW FARM Sidle up to the bar at New Farm’s newly opened Escobar Kitchen and Bar to savour house-made alcohol infusions and lovingly prepared food. Run by Lee Douglas with brother Kalan and Amy and Michael Bates of popular cafe Pablo, Escobar is a laid-back watering hole. Open from 12:00 pm to midnight from Wednesday to Sunday, the bar serves food right up until last drinks are called, meaning you can tuck in to a late-night jaffle before rolling on home. The main food menu, which has a deliciously retro twist, winds down a little earlier on in the night, and a condensed offering of eats is offered as the morning hours begin to approach. The food stars of the locale include Nana’s Nuts & Bolts – a family recipe passed down from Lee’s grandmother – and Tasty Fish Pie. There’s also a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options, including Vegetable & Haloumi Moussaka. Browse the list of tipples and you’ll discover house-infused spiced rums and homemade batches of gin and tonic water, as well as a selection of aged wines and craft beers. Those who are driving can pull up in the car park out the back and meander in for a heated game of Connect 4 at the bar.

Or, on a balmy eve, see out the day as you indulge in your food and drinks in the covered courtyard.

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UPDATE YOUR THREADS WITH FRANKIE & THE FOX You’re sure to leave with your purse lighter and tote heavier after browsing through Bulimba’s Frankie & the Fox. The boutique favours vibrant colours, eclectic patterns and bohemian-inspired pieces for freespirited types, with limited-edition items for those who appreciate individuality. Frankie & the Fox’s friendly team of staff helps shoppers find unique wardrobe additions that they can feel beautiful in, including shoes, accessories and jewellery.

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Even the sleekest style mavens can’t help but fawn over the tousled, bohemian designs of Isabel Marant.

For her latest collaboration, the French designer has teamed up with eyewear purveyor Oliver Peoples to produce two new styles of sunglasses – Matt, a teardrop pilot style, and Daria, an oversized feminine set of shades. The sunglasses, which are now in stock amongst the artisanal range of eyewear at Eye Candy, combine Isabel’s Parisian chic aesthetic and her love for 1970s style with the Oliver Peoples signature Californian look.

To complement your very own style, the glasses are available in a range of custom colours.

Some of the planet’s most majestic creatures dwell beneath the ocean’s surface, quietly hoping that the sea will continue to be a healthy place for them to live.

Passionate about contributing to a sustainable future, Richard Webb of Swampdog opens the door to his fish and chippery each day with the goal to create positive change.

As well as serving deliciously fresh fish from sustainable sources, Swampdog also provides its customers with information about how they can choose ethical seafood, to ensure the longevity of our oceans. Local chefs can also learn from Richard through the Better Fish Project.

Shop 48, Emporium, Fortitude Valley T. 3666 0677

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Celebrate Brisbane’s lastest art gallery on May 26. artspaceforhire.com

Hear a panel discuss oral history on May 27. slq.qld.gov.au

Catch the indie rockers at The Zoo on May 29. thezoo.com.au

Celebrate the sunshine state from May 31 to June 8. qld.gov.au

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Those who are lucky enough to have a summer house that they visit every year will know that such places provide a lot of thinking time – endess hours when daydreams can turn into big ideas. When Portuguese engineer Pedro Marques first visited his parents’ newly built summer home in the Barra de São Miguel region of Brazil, his brain began ticking away. Five years later he found himself the founder of one of Brazil’s most luxurious eco hotels, Kenoa – Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort. Up until that first visit to his parents’ summer pied-à-terre, Pedro had never even considered becoming a hotelier, but, then again, some things are just meant to be.

When your office happens to be situated on one of Brazil’s most pristine beaches, it’s hard not to feel at peace with your life. And while Pedro Marques’s average working day these days allows plenty of moments for a stroll in the sand, it’s certainly a far cry from his original metier working as a consultant with global conglomerate Deloitte. At that time, he had already realised that engineering wasn’t his passion and was angling towards a career in marketing.

But as he made visit after visit to that sun-kissed summer home in Barra de São Miguel, he began to realise that his talents perhaps lay in a rather unexpected place.

“I noticed that there weren’t many options for luxury accommodation in northeastern Brazil, even though it’s a place where it’s summer all year round,” he recalls. “There are beautiful beaches, very nice people and a wonderful environment here, and so when the idea came to me, I didn’t have to think twice. I don’t really know when I actually started thinking about creating a hotel, but we kind of just started doing it and never looked back.”

Pedro’s philosophy for Kenoa – now a member of the coveted Design Hotels group – was to create a luxury hotel that, at its very essence, had a strong connection with nature and the environment. “We approached everything with the purpose of finding

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the greenest possible solution without compromising the technology and comfort needed,” he says. “We wanted people to feel at home here, but also feel connected with our passion for the environment.”

The decision to imbue the hotel with an eco-friendly philosophy was a natural one for Pedro. “I think it comes from my childhood. In Europe, the concern for ecology is very well spread and promoted, but here in Brazil it’s not so common. And it’s a shame because they have such wonderful nature to preserve, so it’s almost an obligation for us nowadays to try to do things in an eco-friendly sense. For me, it wasn’t a choice but something that should be done in order to preserve the environment as much as possible.”

Having been happily beguiled by the people of Barra de São Miguel himself, Pedro was also passionate about providing the opportunity for guests to interact with locals, and to understand the region’s cultural relationship with nature. He is now staying true to that aim by training locals to work at Kenoa, hoping that they will comprise the majority of the hotel’s staff within the near future. The key, he says, is teaching them to feel comfortable working in an environment where guests expect a high level of luxury, and how to create an authentic experience that focuses

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on the small details that make people happy. “That level of care helps people feel at home. Nowadays people want to experience what it feels like to be part of the culture of a destination. We want people to interact with the really authentic spirit of the people from the region and, at the same time, create opportunities for the locals.”

It’s hard for people to resist the tropical charms of Barra de São Miguel, and its sweeping beaches, perfectly temperate water and endless summer, which explains why Kenoa has quickly become one of Brazil’s most prized luxury jewels. “It’s not only the beaches,” Pedro says proudly. “There’s also beautiful lagoons, rainforest and mangroves nearby. And most of all it’s the people – that’s what makes a destination. Everyone here always has a caring smile on their face and it’s a comfort just being around them.”

With no prior experience whatsoever with hotels, Pedro says he took inspiration from many different sources when dreaming up Kenoa. First he looked to his own experiences as a guest, and all the things he loved about staying in hotels and what could be done better. “I just tried to take all the good things from each place and bring them here and make something beautiful that made sense.”

His main inspiration, however, came from where it all began: his parents’ summer home. Not only did he position

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the hotel a short distance from his family’s abode, but he also used the same architect and interior designer, in a bid to capture the whimsical feeling he felt whenever he visited the summer house – but with a twist. “My parents’ house has a very modern design with perfect, symmetrical lines, whereas here at Kenoa the brief was to maintain those very modern lines but try to bring in the raw and green materials.

It’s a combination of the modern lines and bringing nature inside.

We tried to find natural or reused materials rather than industrial materials.” Each of the 23 villas and suites features variations on that juxtaposition, with naked brick contrasting with polished wood floors, and artefacts from Africa and the Amazon sitting next to contemporary design works. But there’s no mistaking the aesthetic: soothing, calm, and irresistibly relaxing.

Despite being a virgin hotelier when he began, Pedro said he felt no pressure to prove himself.

“I think I didn’t realise how popular the hotel was going to be in Brazil, and even abroad, and so I didn’t really have any expectations for it,” he shrugs amiably. “I didn’t think about it –

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I just did it. But I think the work has spoken for itself and it’s been very nice to be a part of something that is making a difference.”

It’s people who dedicate their lives to making a difference that inspire Pedro in his own life.

“I’m inspired by people who think in the future but try to do it in the present,” he says.

“I think that’s something all of us should try to do – create better moments in the lives of the people around us.”

Ever since he was a child, Pedro says, he has approached life with the philosophy of living each day as it comes, without worrying too much about the future. And for now he is content to keep crafting the luxury sanctuary that Kenoa has become, while allowing his ideas to come naturally. But rest assured, there are more things in the works that will allow him to manifest his benevolent approach even further. ”Make a difference in the world and make it better,” he offers as his own small piece of wisdom.

“Keep it simple, stay humble, and if, at the end of your journey, you can say you did something that made a difference, you will have succeeded.”

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2 MACQUARIE STREET NEWSTEAD T. 3172 1194

148B MERTHYR ROAD NEW FARM T. 3358 6414

182 GREY STREET SOUTH BANK

Navigate your way through an abundant herb garden, and tables sprouting grass from their tops, to a wooden burrow where plants hang from a suspended ladder. Beneath the rows of locally made jams, sauces and giftware that line each shelf of homely cafe Samson and Sophie, you’ll be met by the friendly team serving up Veneziano Coffee alongside its wholesome menu items. The collective behind many of Brisbane’s best-loved eateries and gift stores – which include Esher St Cafe & Deli, and Stalks and Stems – is responsible for this charming retreat that favours ingredients and products from ‘the little guy’ in its offerings.

Fresh flowers and an affable team meet your gaze, as you step through the front door of The Foraging Quail. As you take your seat, your mouth waters at the fragrances materialising from the restaurant’s open kitchen. The contemporary styling of the space contrasts black chairs against white furnishings, while softly glowing candles and lamps hovering over a central table set an ambient mood.

The locale’s innovative menu highlights homegrown components, including its fresh food and meat offerings, while cheese from Mount Tamborine can also be paired with a drop from the carefully curated beverage selection.

If anyone can appreciate a cold beer’s ability to satisfy the thirst acquired on a searing day, it’s the residents of Brisbane. And with more than 80 varieties of bottled craft beer from around the world lingering behind its refrigerator doors, Tomahawk Bar is equipped to satisfy those feeling parched.

Beyond the emerald and copper-coloured bar, you’ll spy two rows of shiny taps, which bear a dozen rotating beers from independent breweries.

Many of the bar’s rustic food choices incorporate beer in their creation, but if the ale is not your preferred drop, you can also opt to sip from the bar’s generous wine selections.

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HERB // COCKTAILS

SLOW // CHOCOLATE

Working with LEGO is usually a good way to get yourself thinking creatively. In the case of Jordan Childs, a job working in marketing for LEGO led him to an entirely different career. While searching for the perfect reusable growler to house his precious craft beer – one that had great functional and aesthetic design sensibilities – Jordan decided to make his own.

The fruit of his creative thinking is the Wander and Rumble from Shine Craft Vessel Co. – a colourful stainless-steel growler that you’ll be proud to lug to your next dinner party. @ shinevessels.com

All great liquors began from a natural source – rum from sugarcane, tequila from agave, sake from rice, scotch from barley – and then there are those that come from the plethora of other flowers, trees, herbs, fruits and fungi. The Drunken Botanist by Amy Stewart charts all the extraordinary and obscure plants that have been fermented and distilled throughout history – some for pleasure and others through sheer desperation for a tipple. This handy tome not only contains a bevvy of cocktail recipes, but also a few gardening tips. @ drunkenbotanist.com

We hear a lot about slow-roasted varieties of pork and coffee, but what about chocolate?

Slow-roasted and stone ground in small batches, the single-origin beans of Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co. are combined with pure brown sugar to form what its makers call Southern Artisan Chocolate.

Made lovingly by hand in Nashville, Tennessee, the smooth, robust bean-to-bar chocolate comes wrapped in vintage-style packaging reminiscent of the chocolate bars found in old-fashioned sweet shops. @ oliveandsinclair.com

VISUAL // DINNERWARE It’s rather rude to spend an entire meal gazing at your plate rather than your dinner companions, but if the table happens to be set with Richard Brendon’s Warp and Reason collection of dinnerware, you might have trouble taking your eyes off it. The collection, a collaboration with creative studio Patternity, is intended to warp the perceptions of what British bone china can look like, by synthesising Richard’s nous for ceramic design with Patternity’s talent for pattern exploration and innovation.@ richardbrendon.com

TO MAKE

THIS IS BRAZIL

by Shelley Hepworth and Fernanda de Paula. Published

by Hardie Grant Books.

INGREDIENTS

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200 g soft brown sugar zest of two oranges, cut into large strips grated zest of one lemon 50 g fresh ginger, finely chopped 8 cloves, or to taste 2 cinnamon sticks, or to taste 600 ml cachaça (see note) 1 green apple, finely chopped be the change you want to see in the world

Combine the sugar, orange zest, lemon zest, ginger, cloves and cinnamon sticks in a large saucepan. Cook over a medium heat for 2–3 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved. Pour in 600 ml of water, then simmer for ten minutes.

Pour in the cachaça and simmer for 15 minutes.

Add the chopped apple and simmer for a further five minutes to allow the flavours to develop.

To serve, use a ladle to strain the hot drink directly into heatproof glasses.

NOTE: Used to make Brazil’s signature cocktail, the caipirinha, cachaça is a spirit produced from fermented, distilled sugarcane.

Serves 8.

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bridgetbodenham.com.au –– Bridget Bodenham crafts pottery that ornaments many homes. The exhibition matter and spirit will bring her pretty pieces to paper boat press, from May 30. age 28. born Sunshine Coast. describe yourself in ten words

Honest, creative, passionate, caring, optimistic, adventurous, potter, cook, gardener, collector (of pottery). something you discovered this month Foraging for pine mushrooms

in the pine forests where I live.

It’s a beautiful way to train the eyes to find them – and then there’s the joy of cooking and eating them, of course! gets you out of bed in the morning First, it’s letting the chickens out, then it’s taking my dog for a walk in the bush and along the creek, and being creative in the studio all day. scares you Opening the kiln! It’s a blend of anxiety and excitement – too much time and work is invested for possible error.

IRISH // SONGMAN Electing a pecan farm on the border of Mexico as a suitable setting, James Vincent McMorrow set about recording his album Post Tropical. While there’s no proof that all the heart-healthy oils consumed on that pecan farm were the cause, the resulting record certainly delivers a dose of nourishing sounds. James suspects he earned his ‘folk singer’ label due to his wealth of facial hair, but his new works – featuring gritty vocals and solid synth resonances – bare no trace of acoustic guitars nor naff lyrics, and will be heard at QPAC on May 23. @ qpac.com.au

SCIENCE // REVELATION The topics of science and fiction are no strangers to one another, and their alliance has given birth to many imaginative ideas in popular culture. In an attempt to explore the science that often gives way to the fiction of BBC’s Doctor Who, stage special The Science of Doctor Who is coming to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on May 10. Travelling through the cosmos to explore the many scientific mysteries behind the series, comedian Rob Lloyd and a team of experienced scientists will investigate time travel, teleportation and regeneration. @ bcec.com.au

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My chooks making their way into the house without me knowing – they’re so adventurous! idea of complete happiness Doing what you love. tell me about passion Passion is giving everything without sacrifice. worth fighting for Human and animal rights, as well as environmental protection. biggest inspiration The natural world around me is my biggest inspiration. words of wisdom Work hard at doing something meaningful, and enjoy every moment.

CREATIVE // EDUCATION

ARTISTIC // WOOD Wood takes on many forms in a human’s life, be it a crackling campfire or a functional piece of furniture. From May 10, QUT Art Museum will present WOOD: art design architecture, an exhibition that spawned from a collaboration between JamFactory and the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide.

Featuring notable Australian artists, designers and architects, WOOD will reveal functional pieces, sculptural works and architectural feats. Running until June 29, the exhibition observes wood in terms of identity, sustainability and craftsmanship. @ artmuseum.qut.edu.au

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For those whose Pinterest boards are brimming with comely craft projects and creative hobbies you’ve been meaning to try, the time has come to take action. Megan Morton’s The School is coming to Brisbane, and bringing with it a range of fun-filled lessons and inspiring teachers – including Kara Rosenlund, Morrison Polkinghorne and Hailey Bartholomew. In various locations from May 21, you can learn the arts of calligraphy, photography, wrapping, filmmaking and vignette, amongst other satisfying DIY skills. @ theschool.com.au

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JASPER KNIGHT

EDWINA CORLETTE GALLERY

With his bold use of primary colours and unambiguous imagery, Jasper Knight produces paintings that confront viewers with representations of urban life. The stark, industrial iconography of the artist will soon adorn the walls of New Farm’s Edwina Corlette Gallery, affording viewers

the chance to soak in the asymmetrical compositions that reflect components of pop art and vintage comic books.

Brandishing intense reds, blues and shades of yellow, Jasper’s cars, boats, trucks and industrial sites are set to engross.

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MARTIN SMITH

RYAN RENSHAW GALLERY It’s true that a picture can tell an interesting story, but when text and imagery are integrated, details can jump out at their observers in a new and unexpected way. Martin Smith’s imaginative work joins photography with autobiographical stories that, together, convey captivating memories and moments as they’re remembered by the artist. Flouting genre and blending art forms, Martin encourages audiences to read his work through the same conventions as they might examine novels and films. Layering landscapes and objects – both natural and manmade – with textual memoirs, the artistic results impose on viewers’ preconceptions of traditional photography models.

FROM MAY 14 ABOVE: MARTIN SMITH, WHAT...PHOTOGRAPHY? IMAGE COURTESY OF THE ARTIST. TOP RIGHT: JASPER KNIGHT, STUDY FOR FORCEFUL AND BILLY RAY CYPRUS HILL, 2014, IMAGE COURTESY OF EDWINA CORLETTE CALLERY. BOTTOM RIGHT: CHRISTOPHER MCVINISH THE LAST PICTURE SHOW, IMAGE COURTESY OF LETHBRIDGE GALLERY.

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For those who grow up outside cities, ageing shopfronts lining streets or handwritten signage adorning buildings often spring to mind when thoughts of home arise. Prompting recollections of younger years, Christopher McVinish’s paintings pull viewers back into another

time. Whether it’s a fleeting memory of a childhood holiday, a recollection of a once-splendid movie theatre, or thoughts of your local corner store that engulf your mind, Christopher’s works will evoke a distinct wistfulness.

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mood BY MIKKI BRAMMER

MARTIRIO

NOAH GUNDERSEN

RAYLAND BAXTER

THE PHONCURVES

MUCHO CORAZÓN

LEDGES

ASHKELON

HEARTSTRINGS

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BY DUALTONE MUSIC GROUP, 2014

BY JAPANESE RAINBOW, 2013

BY CREATE/CONTROL, 2014

Distinguished by her perfect coiffure and signature dark glasses, Spanish chanteuse Martirio takes her stage name from the Spanish word for ‘martyrdom’ and ‘torment’ – a juxtaposition that is well reflected in her music. Her 2003 release, Mucho Corazón, artfully blends flamenco, Afro-Cuban and jazz rhythms to create an ambience that is at once buoyant and melancholy, reminiscent of an Almodóvar film. The singer is said to have created her on-stage persona to inspire Spaniards to pursue personal and artistic freedom after the 1975 death of dictator Francisco Franco.

To entertain themselves while being homeschooled, Noah Gundersen and his sister Abby began writing songs together and recording them on an old tape recorder – with Noah on guitar and Abby on violin. The siblings have come a long way since their first show in a local coffee shop, most recently collaborating on Noah’s debut LP, Ledges. With Abby’s musical support on cello and harmonising vocals, Noah’s unique brand of haunting, heart-wrangling and reflective folk has propelled him to stardom as one of the genre’s most promising young singer-songwriters.

To the rest of the world, Nashville might be the capital of country music, but it’s also an incubator for musicians of all bents. A self-confessed purveyor of ‘freestyle folk’, Nashvillian roots musician Rayland Baxter draws from many sources. As the son of pedal steel guitar virtuoso Bucky Baxter, Rayland grew up with myriad musical influences, evident in his 2013 EP, AshkeLon. The ‘five-song diddy’, as he describes it, was recorded in one day with a group of Rayland’s friends. The EP takes its moniker from a city in Israel where Rayland spent six months doing some musical soul searching in 2008.

Both members of Brisbane-based duo The Phoncurves began their lives away from Australian shores.

Abbie Roberts was born in Cairo (where her next-door neighbour offered to buy her in exchange for four goats), while Naomi Hodges lived in Papua New Guinea. Luckily the twosome returned to Oz and met each other, eventually forming their disarming indie-pop twosome.

Their debut EP is Heartstrings, which, in addition to imbuing it with their delightful harmonies, the extratalented ladies also wrote, produced and engineered themselves.

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PUBLIC TOILET DESIGN

NEW YORK’S ROOFTOP GARDENS

HOUSEHOLD WISDOM

WOOD. ART, DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE

EDITED BY FRANCESE ZAMORA MOLA

BY CHARLES DE VAIVRE

BY SHANNON LUSH & JENNIFER FLEMING

EDITED BY BRIAN PARKES & ELIAT RICH

The essential loo, which we all need and can’t always find in our cities, has morphed into a challenge for our burghers to confront in ways that satisfy our basic needs and our aesthetic pleasure. Bars, clubs, shops, parks, stadiums, trains – wherever you really need to go – there are beautiful designs from around the world to enhance the experience.

No longer an afterthought, these examples show what can be done by architects who care. From London’s very public open Kros Urinal to the Kumutoto toilets in Wellington, the range of conveniences is astonishing.

Something Brisbane should seriously consider is parklands on the roofs of our buildings. Too often in our ‘busy’ world, the role of nature is forgotten, but we all benefit from contact with the natural world. The rainforest, God’s cathedral, replenishes the soul, while the beach, God’s bathroom, cleanses our spirits – but our rooftops are dreary and dull, often forgotten in design. Worldwide there is a movement to beautify rooftops and present land where people can seek respite from their workplaces. New York is a prime example, and this book should guide our thoughts.

A house you exist in, a home you live in – the subtle difference may trick many people, but is instantly recognised as you enter either.

Shannon Lush, TV and radio personality, is expert at keeping your domicile in good shape. Household Wisdom holds so much information that you will be overwhelmed by the reach of its contents – which span entrances, kitchens, lounges, beds, baths, kids, foods, laundries and outdoor topics. Tips on travel, first aid and oddments also appear. Each section has handy hints for keeping your life in shape. Well worth a look.

From Adelaide’s The Jam Factory comes a compilation of notable writers’ and makers’ ideas for using wood creatively. Adelaide Botanic Gardens co-sponsors this book, which accompanies an exhibition revealing the beauty and versatility of the material. The 28 contributors cover the world, with unusual items including the ‘thongs’ from Sherrie Knipe, ‘ghost’ from Lionel Bawden,’breath’ from Hossein Valamanesh, and Catherine Truman’s objects. Using a familiar substance in a creative manner reveals the truth that wood is surely a gift to mankind.

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KATE ELTHAM As a young girl, Kate Eltham was constantly changing her mind about what she wanted to be when she grew up. Even now, she hopes her path will continue to surprise her. But after a long career-finding journey, from being a biscuit sales manager at Arnott’s to working in multimedia at a dotcom in San Francisco, Kate found her way into the world of writing and literature.

After spending six years as the CEO of Queensland Writers Centre and founding digital-literary think tank if:book Australia – the Institute for the Future of the Book – Kate has excitedly taken on the role of festival director at Brisbane Writers Festival.

What was your childhood dream?

I didn’t really have one! I was always interested in writing and I started writing from quite a young age. I also became a pretty passionate reader early on. I was very into stories and books, but I had all sorts of different ambitions that would change pretty regularly as I found out about things. I wanted to be a paramedic, a film composer, a music therapist ... and definitely a newspaper editor. I created a newspaper when I was 12 – the Leslie Street News. But I didn’t have one burning ambition that I stuck to for very long at all.

Do you remember the first book that had an impact on you?

When I was in grade six, I read Anne of Green Gables for the first time – that was a really conscious moment. It’s a wonderful book for every girl to read because she’s such a fantastic, independent female character, but it’s also a book about wanting to be a writer. That was sort of the first time I had read a novel where I had become aware of a protagonist who had an ambition to tell stories.

I loved that – it was quite enchanting.

How did you get your start in writing and literature?

I moved around a bit looking for different sorts of jobs that were about the intersection of culture and technology, and eventually I got a job as the CEO of Queensland Writers Centre. I had kept up my writing over the years and I was involved in a lot of volunteer projects around writing

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and publishing, and I think that involvement was partly what convinced the committee that I was a good fit for the role. I spent six-and-a-half years there, and then came to this role at Brisbane Writers Festival.

What has been your greatest achievement?

When I was at the Queensland Writers Centre we set up if:book, the Institute for the Future of the Book, which was on the back of about two or three years of trying to immerse myself in the digital future for writing and publishing. I had found that there wasn’t really anything in Australia dedicated to that digital future. There was a lot of talk from different people in the sector, and there was resistance from traditional publishers and businesses.

Amazingly though, there weren’t a lot of people who were actually trying to find what those future business models might be. if:book was really set up to be experimental and explore those models.

In some ways, it was set up to fail – not as a think tank, but fail in its experiments – so that it could demonstrate innovation. But it has become a really important piece of the literary sector and I’m really proud of that.

Who inspires you?

I’m really inspired by information design – by the new forms of storytelling that are emerging from data and design coming together in new ways. People like Nicholas Felton, for example, I find hugely inspiring.

I’m also inspired by a lot of the new social enterprises that are coming out of the

technology sector, such as Candy Chang’s work after Hurricane Katrina, and also Emily Pilloton, who has been doing some really interesting social projects with disadvantaged communities across North America.

Where do you find peace in life?

I recently took up running – and I am not much of a runner – but I’ve found something quite meditative in that. I really love Brisbane and I find a lot of joy just walking around. When I’m writing a short story or thinking about something for the festival, just listening to my iPod and walking around my neighbourhood in Wynnum, looking at the ocean, is often the best way to puzzle through it.

Do you believe in a god and, if so, which one?

I believe in people! That probably sounds like a bit of a fortune-cookie answer, but I am so optimistic about people’s ability to solve problems and come up with solutions to the challenges that we each have. I think the human race should get to take credit for the beauty we see around us.

What are your words of wisdom?

I think they would have to be that passion trumps everything. I really do. When you find that passion – and it doesn’t have to be one thing, or the only thing that you’re meant to do your whole life – but if you’re passionate about it, so much positive energy comes from that and people will want to come and join you in whatever it is.

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ROB BRYDON

TILDA COBHAM-HERVEY

SETH MACFARLANE

DIRECTED BY MICHAEL WINTERBOTTOM

DIRECTED BY SOPHIE HYDE

DIRECTED BY SETH MACFARLANE

Those who try will soon discover that the art of imitating voices is a difficult skill to master.

But some have the knack for such arts and, for Rob Brydon, dexterity of voice came naturally.

Long before his first television appearance, the Welshman’s voice was already familiar to many from his myriad voiceover roles. Pride in his impersonation skills saw Rob competing with Steve Coogan in 2011 film The Trip, to conquer the best Michael Kane impersonation – creating much tension and competition between the pair.

In a follow-up to the original, The Trip to Italy will reunite the bickering duo as they continue their travels and their quarrelsome friendship throughout the largely improvised, food-centric film.

Being cast as the lead of a radical film project with no prior acting experience to speak of might send some would-be stars into a state of stage fright. Yet, calling on her experiences dazzling crowds as a young circus performer, Tilda CobhamHervey took this very challenge in her stride.

At only 16 years of age, still unable to swear without turning an embarrassing shade of red, Tilda embarked on a life-affirming project entitled 52 Tuesdays. Filmed only on Tuesdays for 52 consecutive weeks, the movie sees Tilda’s character Billie face her own first-time challenges when her mother divulges plans to gender transition, and their time together becomes restricted to Tuesday afternoons.

When filling out passenger cards on an international flight, defining your job in a small space can be a challenge. With a list of credits including writer, director, animator, producer, voiceover, and actor to his name, Seth MacFarlane’s handwriting must be befittingly petite. Having penned the story, starred in and directed his second film A Million Ways to Die in the West, the creator of Family Guy has pulled together a familiar cast of cowboys in his followup to Ted. Wrangling the likes of Liam Neeson and Charlize Theron to tell the tale of a mysterious woman’s arrival in a small town, the film warns what happens when a married woman wins the heart of a humble farmer.

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EXTRA ORDINARY THINGS FROM THE COLLECTION

3 MAY – 15 JUNE 2014

IN THE MODERN WORLD both objects and individuals have been re-contextualised and presented with a new found meaning often beyond their original status. The humble Campbell’s soup can rose to fame in a manner similar to countless individuals whose celebrity status can only be described as manufactured. This exhibition looks at works from the collection that challenge the inherent meanings of images and objects in both a visual and social context.

IMAGE: TOM RISLEY - UNTITLED (ASSEMBLAGE IN RED) 1987, SYNTHETIC POLYMER PAINT, FOUND OBJECTS, SILICONE ON PEGBOARD AND BOARD, 151 X 125.5CM. GIFT OF DARREN KNIGHT UNDER CULTURAL GIFTS PROGRAM, 2013

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THE MAGIC HOUR

ANYWHERE THEATRE FESTIVAL

HUMAN RIGHTS FILM FESTIVAL

DAVID MALOUF AND FRIENDS

AT QTC

AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

AT BRISBANE POWERHOUSE

AT MUSEUM OF BRISBANE

The Grimm Brothers’ fables have been retold for generations, and such stories as Cinderella and Rapunzel are widely familiar.

With talented performer Ursula Yovich on stage and director Chris Bendall at the helm, Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) is bringing Vanessa Bates’ The Magic Hour to Brisbane audiences. Inside the walls of QTC’s Bille Brown Studios, Ursula will embody multiple roles for a dark retelling that combines many of the German brothers’ folklore tales in an original way. queenslandtheatrecompany.com.au

Lurking in passageways, backstreets, and in places not typically reserved for theatrical performances, Anywhere Theatre Festival will be popping up throughout Brisbane.

In unassuming nooks, you’ll discover innovative theatre performers sharing engaging arts with the community.

Breaking down traditional theatre barriers, the festival will combine the talents of nationally recognised acts, alongside a host of Brisbane-based creatives – including THE BASICS PROJECT, which will reimagine muchloved spectacle Under Milkwood. anywherefest.com

Hitting the road from its hometown of Melbourne, the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival is setting up camp at Brisbane Powerhouse for three inspiration-filled evenings.

The Brisbane leg of the event will present three poignant films, which are set to include Red Hill, Everyday Rebellion and Light Fly, Fly High.

Audiences’ eyes will be opened to the poverty-stricken towns of Missouri, the movements of everyday people around the world fighting for human rights, and to the challenges faced by many women. hraff.org.au

The written works of lauded writer David Malouf have helped to capture the quintessence of Brisbane’s people, history and topography.

In the year of his 80th birthday, Museum of Brisbane is celebrating David’s well-known musings in an event entitled David Malouf and Friends. During the exhibition, five contemporary artists will honour the author by fashioning artworks inspired by his prose. David will then react to the artists’ creations in the form of responsive writing, which will also feature in the exhibition. museumofbrisbane.com.au

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SILETHEMBA MAGONYA MOTHER AFRICA CIRCUS MAY 13–17, QPAC

›I became a performer because ... I have had a love and passion for music and

dance since my childhood. After high school, I decided to make a career out of my passion. I believe that the healthy passions that boost our spirits and enrich our lives should not be left behind, because they are essential to our souls and wellbeing. ›My creativity comes from ... having music on while I’m busy with any work offstage. I kind of become transported to a particular place and my mind starts working. Sometimes, the creativity comes from spending time alone with my thoughts and enjoying a long, hot bath. ›I ‘fuel’ my creativity by ... getting motivated to present a better artist in me, for my fans and audience members. Looking back from where and how I started, and then at where I am and what I want to become in my chosen field, I get the power to fuel my work and creativity. ›I love my job because ... I can travel around the world and see many places. I get to know and experience different cultures the world over. I also get to rub shoulders with some world-class celebrities – I recently met Dolly Parton. ›Through my work, I would like to ... showcase the massive African talent I have in me and, of course, share all the joys that music and dance bring can to every one of our souls.

›Favourite filmmaker: Steve McQueen ›Favourite author: Rhonda Byrne ›Director who inspires me: Tyler Perry ›Most played on my iPod: UB40 and the Red Hot Chili Peppers ›Performer I love: South African comedian Trevor Noah ›Designer I most admire: Tapiwa Zandile Mudekunye map magazine supports greenpeace map magazine

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QT FASHION WEEK & AWARDS from may 29 AT QT HOTEL

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Bo Derek famously quipped that whoever said money couldn’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to shop.

Those with stylish sensibilities and an affinity for fashion will soon discover happiness on the Gold Coast, during the second annual QT Fashion Week & Awards. From May 29 until June 1, fashion fiends will converge at the cocktail parties, runway shows, pampering lounges and gala dinner throughout QT Hotel’s stylish four-day event.

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THEATRE may 15–17 AT JUDITH WRIGHT CENTRE In a unique performance that will leave jaws dropped, rooms silenced and stages drenched in water, Lisa Wilson’s Lake will open at the Judith Wright Centre on May 15. Water evokes numerous reactions in humans, and Lake reflects on the murky relationship between people and water, using bold choreography and a dynamic set. Be it calming, cascading, dark or rough, water and its role in Lisa’s work will conjure feelings of fear, comfort and awe.

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JANELLE MONAE WITH KIMBRA

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DANCE

SOLO may 15–24 AT QPAC

a single night of

Not everyone is born to dance, and the number of times spent mirroring Kate Bush film clips does not equate to the gaining of dance skills. But Expressions Dance Company (EDC) is showcasing Australia’s most talented dancers as part of Solo, and not-so-exceptional folk are welcomed to watch from the stationary comfort zones of their seats. Eye with envy the independent dancers, alongside performers from EDC, the Australian Ballet and the Australian Dance Theatre.

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MAY 21 AT BCEC CULTURE

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PANIYIRI GREEK FESTIVAL

CRAFTS

UNLEASH CREATIVE may 24 AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

Set amongst the lush greenery of Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens, the Unleash Creative one-day artistic event will see imaginative crafters, as well as budding ones, come together for a day of activity at The Gardens Club. Hosted by an experienced bunch of talented mentors, the event will see participants going home with four completed projects.

Necessary tools and supplies will be ready and waiting on the day, so all you need to do is turn up.

Taste the flavours of Greece and dance the Zorba at the annual festival.

MAY 24–25 AT MUSGRAVE PARK

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Open House: QUT Creative Enterprise Australia is opening a new flexible coshare workspace called The Coterie, designed to build collaboration between creatives in a professional environment. Come along to our Open House for a stickybeak or attend a workshop, masterclass or meetup for more opportunities to boost your business through collaboration with like-minded people.

T he Coterie features:

Open House times:

> flexible daily, weekly or monthly pass

Tuesday 13 May Wednesday 14 May Thursday 15 May Friday 16 May

> hot desks, small offices, meeting rooms > part of the QUT Creative Enterprise Australia centre > WiFi, printers, presentation technology > city views, creative interior design

The Coterie: Level 4, Z1 The Works, 34 Parer Place via Musk Avenue, QUT Kelvin Grove.

10:00am-2:00pm 10:00am-2:00pm 10:00am-2:00pm 10:00am-2:00pm

Visit www.qutcea.com to register for the Open House, free workshops and events.

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Besotted by the animal kingdom from early childhood, Dr Jane Goodall was given a toy chimpanzee during her first year of life – which she carried around everywhere. Celebrating her 80th birthday in 2014, Jane has dedicated her life to wildlife, founding the Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation four decades ago.

Engaging in conversation with Ray Martin at Australia Zoo, Jane will be sharing insights into her fascinating life’s work.

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RENEGADE DESIGN MARKET

Peruse the arts and wares of some of the state’s most talented makers.

MAY 31 AT

BOB SAGET

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COMEDY from may 14 AT THE TIVOLI When you’ve spent many years watching a person on your television screen, that person’s face can be hard to forget.

Recognised by many as Danny from Full House, Bob Saget is a household name whose comedy career spans more than 30 years. Bringing his stand-up act to Australia for the first time, Bob will give fans the chance to see a not-so-familyoriented performance, when his grown-up humour comes into play for The Dirty Daddy Tour.

AUSTRALIA TALK

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INSPIRE: HAPPINESS

Hear biochemist-

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FILM

CHEF from may 8 AT PALACE CINEMAS

Ricard talk about happiness live.

The advantages of the recent growth in the food-truck scene are not hard to recognise – you have delicious food on wheels, visiting a suburb near you. Rolling into Palace Cinemas from May 8, Chef tells the story of hot-headed gourmand Carl Casper (Jon Favreau) who decides to start his own food truck to rediscover a lost passion for his work.

Along with his ex-wife (Sofia Vergara), Carl chases his new ambition whilst recapturing his greatest loves.

JUNE 2 AT SLQ FOOD

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STARLIGHT FIVE CHEFS DINNER

Indulge in a five-

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WRECKING BALL may 28–31 AT BRISBANE POWERHOUSE

dinner and raise

With a name that can rapidly fire up a discussion between anyone with a passing interest in celebrity culture, Miley Cyrus and her antics fill social media feeds on a regular basis. In the red company’s newest production, Naomi Price twerks her way through topics bestriding Disney, teen idols and trashy tabloid stories. In its satirical style, Wrecking Ball will be presented as a double bill with Rhonda Burchmore’s intriguing new show, Vinyl Viagra.

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JUNE 5 AT SOFITEL BRISBANE

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BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

It wasn’t long ago that visitors to New York were warned to steer clear of Brooklyn, but an intense few decades of gentrification (much to director and local Spike Lee’s disdain) has seen the city’s southern borough become the epicentre of hipsterdom and a mecca for creative types. But it’s not all ironic moustaches, craft beer and pourover coffee. A culturally diverse and creatively intriguing community, Brooklyn has developed a unique personality that increasingly distinguishes itself from its elder sibling.

A distinct sense of calm embraces me as I emerge from the steps of the subway.

Manhattan might be just across the river, but its frenetic, non-stop intensity is a world away. The pace here in Brooklyn is markedly slower. The morning air is fresh, as the scents of a nascent spring glide delicately on the breeze. Looming brownstones on either side of the narrow, one-way avenue create a cosy, sheltered stretch, with the occasional glimpse of the Empire State Building standing tall in Manhattan visible through breaks in the buildings.

Floral explosions of virgin-white and cherry-pink blossoms burst from the neighbourhood’s trees, as if they can’t contain their exuberance after having remained dormant through a long winter.

Laced in history both glamorous and sordid, the striking brownstones and row houses imbue the streets with a stately elegance. Buildings that had previous lives as carriage houses, brothels and drug dens now live in glory thanks to Brooklyn’s gradual gentrification, and where sinister characters once loitered, cheerful neighbours now converse.

Row upon row of the Italianate brownstones radiate an irresistible charm, their sturdy front stoops almost beckoning to be sat upon to watch the world go by. Spacious bay windows reveal the occasional daydreamer gazing out from between the curtains. Wrought iron curls adorn windows, balustrades and

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balconies, while ageing red brick exteriors contrast emphatically with their green awnings. Weaving itself into intricate patterns like a verdant spider’s web, decades’ worth of ivy growth snakes down the building facades.

Many of the intriguing dwellings of this particular part of Brooklyn – the Fort Greene/Clinton Hill historic districts – have been home to some of Brooklyn’s most creative souls, and it’s easy to be swept away imagining their lives walking these same streets. Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe shared their first apartment as struggling artists here. Walt Whitman wandered this very neighbourhood searching for inspiration while penning his poetic opus, Leaves of Grass. And Christopher Wallace, better known as The Notorious B.I.G., grew up just down the street – his spirit still kept alive today in the neighbourhood through a giant painted mural that reads ‘Comandante Biggie’.

Wandering along Lafayette Avenue, I’m struck by just how many churches of all faiths stand eminently along this short stretch of road, as if harmoniously contributing to a communal sense of faith. As I near a weathered Baptist church on a corner, the dramatic cries of a preacher sail through the open doorway, and are then answered in unison by his congregation. I resist the urge to peek inside, seeing that my casual weekend attire doesn’t quite match the standard of the elegantly dressed

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parishioners gathering at the door.

The first few bars of a glorious gospel harmony ring out from within, sung with such devotion that even the least spiritual person would find it hard not be moved. My heart swells at the passion, and the soulful strains linger in my ears as I wander further down the street.

Emerging from its winter hibernation in a Williamsburg warehouse, the Brooklyn Flea – a Saturday-morning tradition for local denizens and adventurous Manhattanites – has set up its first outdoor iteration for the year, with more than 100 stalls clustered tightly into a schoolyard in Fort Greene. While there’s still a slight chill in the air, the bleary-eyed revellers have pulled themselves out of bed for the cause. Quirky antiques, vintage paraphernalia and handmade goods pile on, around and under trestle tables. Old maps, rare vinyl, kitsch trading cards and well-loved, at times peculiar, furniture are all up for grabs for anyone willing to fossick.

And then there are those who come for the food. At the back of the flea market, stalls of food vendors offer all manner of provisions, many of them signature to Brooklyn. Gourmet hotdogs, locally roasted coffee, enormous fluffy doughnuts, pupusas, tacos, meatballs and fresh watermelon juice are just some of the delicacies on offer, making brunch a casual yet delicious affair. If this is what Saturday in Brooklyn is like, I think I’ll stay.

TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKKI BRAMMER

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