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THE DREAMERS

THE ECO ISSUE AUGUST2014 5,047 DAYS SINCE WE LAUNCHED ANOTHER IDEA BY

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[encouraging dreaming]

“Anything you do in life, you’ll find your place.”

MEDIA ARCHITECTS managing editor carl lindgren business manager wendy schipper publishing manager chrisanthi demos global editor mikki brammer assistant editor sonya gellert editorial assistants lauren barker, linsey rendell, caitlin stegman copy editor matthew brady web/graphic designers tahlia gregori, tia queen photographers kathryn lindgren, caitlin stegman account managers emma benfatto, sarah day, elizabeth ljubinkovic financial controller kathryn lindgren finance assistant roderica lebis web developers morgan daly, dino latoga contributors eric lindgren, kathryn lindgren interns anna compton map cheer squad kara ciampi map kids ethan, jasper york, mia, milo day, mollie, oscar map furry friends leo, willow, coco, squid, tygrrr 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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– – PETER WOLFF

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“Impossibility is only someone’s opinion, not a fact.”

– – DANIEL FLYNN 32 international

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“We have to be smarter about how we use our urban spaces.” – – ANASTASIA COLE PLAKIAS 06 eco

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“Do what it takes to get to where you want to go.”

– – ZACHARY TIPTON 4 arts

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“Success comes with how you respect yourself and how you respect your art.” – – DAVID PAGE

CONTENTS VILLAGE

FASHION/BEAUTY

DESIGN/GOURMET

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think 06 direction

Zachary Tipton

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global report

street 19 raw 20 cloth

Jose Miguel de Abreu

grooming

Eco

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Art

Boris

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space home pantry place food

MUSIC/ARTS/FILM

TRAVEL

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travellers map

Omaha, Nebraska

gallery

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prelude

Daniil Simkin

mood book

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VILLAGE FEATURES

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Jayne Azzopardi

Rob Arcidiacono

local report

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David Page

face 42 ticket 43 stimulator 41

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Kav Temperley

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MANAGING EDITOR’S NOTE

Though the problems of the world are increasingly complex, the solutions remain embarrassingly simple.”

–– BILL MOLLISON

Welcome to map magazine’s 166th issue and our annual ‘eco’ issue. Eight years ago when we proposed our first ‘eco’ issue, An Inconvenient Truth was yet to be released and mainstream media had not begun the impending discussion on climate change. It’s amazing what can happen in just eight short years! Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard have come and gone along with what was also once a robust conversation – climate change! Whilst world authorities have officially confirmed that 2013 and 2014, so far, have been the warmest temperatures in all countries on the planet, world media seemingly has moved on. I understand that

self belief and optimism are critical for our survival as a race, but these qualities also unfortunately act as a veil that allows us to hide and self justify our own behaviour to advance our personal causes.

Scientist, environmental activist and author Dr David Suzuki once said ... “We can’t blame children for occupying themselves with Facebook rather than playing in the mud. Our society doesn’t put a priority on connecting with nature. In fact, too often we tell them it’s dirty and dangerous.” I look forward to the day that nature is our number one priority above all other belief systems. I have faith in the future. Remember to dream ...

Carl Lindgren :) MANAGING EDITOR carl@mapmagazine.com.au

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“They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.

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American poet, essayist and environmental activist Gary Snyder once said: “Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.”

A simple shift in perspective, but a very important one. So often when we ask our dreamers in map where they find peace in life, the answer is invariably something to do with nature.

And yet, while many of us feel a calm in nature that we cannot find anywhere else, we don’t always do as much as we can to preserve it for ourselves – and for future generations. Already we are seeing evidence of the dire impact of global warming and we are bound to see things get much worse in our lifetimes. But all hope is not lost, and we are not helpless. By making small changes in the way we eat, shop, travel and live, we can begin to reduce our impact on the planet and start taking care of our home as we should have done all along.

Mikki Brammer EDITOR

Teaching women and children that their circumstances do not define them, Picture Change strives to empower people to discover innate creativity, develop self-confidence and picture change in their lives and their community through photography. Partnering with organisations in developing communities, Picture Change supplies cameras and teaches women and children basic photography skills.

The students then use the cameras to conduct a photo shoot of all the families in the community, giving many people their first opportunity to have their own printed photograph. @ picture-change.org

RETRODREAMER ––

DIAN FOSSEY

“When you realise the value of all life, you dwell less on what is past ...”

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A lifelong animal lover, primatologist and naturalist Dian Fossey dreamed of finding a way to prolong the lives of the endangered gorillas that inhabit the Rwandan mountain rainforest. Relentlessly researching the behaviour and physiology of gorillas, Dian dedicated her life to protecting the creatures from both environmental and human hazards. She captured her story in the iconic book Gorillas in the Mist.

INVITES YOU TO ...

FELONY An Australian crime film that sees three detectives involved in a tense struggle, Felony stars Tom Wilkinson, Joel Edgerton, Jai Courtney and Melissa George. Each character’s integrity and strength is tested when the three men become entangled after an accident that leaves a young child in a critical state.

One of the three men will be found guilty, while one tries to cover things up and the other endeavours to expose the crime. How far each of these men is prepared to go to follow his objective will test the detectives’ morality.

For your chance to see map magazine’s screening of Felony at Dendy Cinemas Portside on Monday August 25 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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ZACHARY TIPTON HEAD DESIGNER, HUNGARY VINYLIZE

vinylize.com –– Well known for their Vinylize eyewear made from upcycled vinyl records, Zachary Tipton and his brother Zoltan have now also began creating vinyl lamps. age 35. born Sun Valley, Idaho. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you We invented

methods to upcycle vinyl records into small objects of high quality.

First it was eyewear, then cases, bowls, now lamps. describe yourself in ten words I persistently search for creative solutions and fail often. gets you out of bed in the morning

NATURAL // DESIGN These days you can get into a lot of trouble by taking home keepsakes such as rocks or shells from a national park or beach. So if you’re longing for those natural forms in your abode, but don’t want to risk a run-in with a park ranger, there’s another option you can explore. Israeli artist and designer Michal Fargo has crafted a range of vases for Spanish brand PCM Design, using the textures of moss, coral and rock to mould the resin. The colourful result is a feat of contemporary yet organic design. @ pcmdesign.es

I get excited about a project and can`t wait to work on it. Sometimes I can`t fall asleep and then I wake up at 5:00 am. It gets annoying at times. last thing that made you smile One of my employees is always cracking jokes. I have zero joke-telling talent, so I really appreciate his humour.

GREENER // TECH A world where nobody needs to charge their smart gadgets is a difficult one to imagine, but we can still look for ways to reduce the impact that our tech obsessions have on the planet.

Swich is a wireless charger – made from sustainable materials such as ceramic and American walnut – that charges devices placed on its surface. The Kickstarterfunded project features a design that lets you use the device while charging. And the best part is that it’s designed to last many years, sparing the world’s landfill from the mountain of broken chargers and cables that are thrown away each year. @ lutman.si

most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen That’s like asking me what

my favourite music is. It all depends on my mood and the time of day. idea of complete happiness It has to come from within. It is way too easy to be dissatisfied. Focus on the good and soon that is all you will see. environmental beliefs I believe that environmentalism will be the new religion. biggest inspiration Finding unusual uses for usual materials. world you imagine A world where humans respect other creatures. words of wisdom Do what it takes to get to where you want to go.

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SUSTAINABLE // VISION

WALL // DECOR

Nelson Mandela once mused that things seem impossible until they’re done. When designer Carlos Ortega dreamed of making a chair from cork, everyone told him it would be impossible – and yet he persisted. His unwillingness to forfeit his vision resulted in a rather eyecatching seating option known as Corkigami. Making the most of cork’s properties as a sustainable, natural, lightweight, strong and flexible material, Carlos used it as a sheet material and laminated it to make the shell construction of the chair. He then attached the shell to a solid oak stool to make the finished product. @ carlosortegadesign.net

Patchwork isn’t usually a technique applied to wallpaper, but for Dear Human studio in Canada, it proved the perfect means to create a 3D wallcovering. The Wallpapering collection comprises individual tiles made from recycled paper pressed in air-release dies that resemble those used in the industrial ceramic tile process.

The tiles are hard – similar to board – and can be printed on or painted depending upon your chosen interior-decor scheme.

And added bonus is that it absorbs sound well, so you can use it to drown out your noisy neighbours. @ dearhuman.ca

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A MOSAIC OF REPURPOSED TIMBER

The ancient human practice of arranging small pieces, such as pebbles or broken terracotta shards, to create intricate mosaic patterns, is thought to date back more than 4000 years. The fastidious side-byside placement of individual pieces – be it a meticulously planned project or an artwork scattered at whim – brings into being a greater pattern, which takes shape as its viewer steps back. It was in Greece that the tradition became an established art form, and defined geometric patterns were mindfully created. And though millenniums have passed by since its original inception, the art form remains prevalent throughout the world. In Mexico’s second-largest city, Guadalajara, an experimental design studio made the decision to adopt the timehonoured concept. Applying eco-friendly principles to re-imagine the interior of gallery Casa Conceptos, in the studio’s state

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of Jalisco, POP+DOTS used only reclaimed wood to fashion its grand mosaic. Now, as visitors enter the rounded archways of Casa Conceptos, they can glimpse the carefully placed wooden shapes that climb the walls of the gallery. The shapes are each pieces of what were once furniture, shelving, doors and other functional items.

Beyond the smaller individual pieces that have been scrupulously attached to the towering lengths of the entrance, an assortment of mismatched recycled wooden crates appears to balance carefully – materialising as a prominent fragment of the greater, eco-friendly mosaic. POP+DOTS continued its adornment of the gallery space beyond the eclectic entrance, further utilising recycled materials to furnish the large building, where you can see rustic iron chandeliers suspended overhead and comely furniture spotted about.

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A CLUSTER OF PAPER FEATHERS

Those who’ve tried their hand at paper crafts will know that patience, an ability to pay close attention to detail, and a gentle touch are the keys to creating neat and delicate sculptures. While some of us never quite succeed at neatly wrapping a gift, let alone folding tidy paper cranes, others go on to become established artists who employ paper as their medium to craft impressive works. Through an extensive assortment of projects, one of these clever individuals has demonstrated that her knack for creating paper birds far surpasses making the simpler origami kind. Paper sculptor Diana Beltran Herrera makes detailed, lifelike birds by layering light, vibrantly coloured paper feathers, which she curls and ruffles once they’re fastened. Drawing on the help of her own memories, photographs of real feathered species and a reliance on two very steady

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hands, Diane builds upon a paper, avianshaped structure and completes her birds with paper eyes and beaks. For support, the artist gives the curious creatures wire legs so that each finished product can appear as realistic as possible. Having viewed Diana’s convincing works, fellow bird lovers have begun sharing images of birds with the artist, inspiring her various projects. The young sculptor’s collections have included vivid exotic birds – from pink flamingos to expressive cranes and blue herons – alongside more common bird varieties, such as jays and woodpeckers.

Studying her subjects in their natural habitats has enabled Diana to select true-to-life poses for her sculptures – an eastern bluebird is represented mid-flight, a quetzal is depicted with a startled gaze, while a heron looks on with watchful eyes, as if seeking out its chosen prey.

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JAYNE AZZOPARDI

western herbalist/community apothecary

ROB ARCIDIACONO

social & environmental entrepreneur/madeforward

What is your profession? I am a herbalist by profession.

What is your profession? I’m the founder and director

I use knowledge from my studies to animate the practice of traditional folk medicine and grass-roots herbalism. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? Active listening, relationship building and group facilitation are all essential skills of the role. Documentation, the sharing of plant knowledge and practical demonstration are also important. How did you get involved in your profession?

I was taken by herbs for nurturing others from a young age, but when I studied my Bachelor of Health Science in Western Herbal Medicine, more doors opened. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? There are many opportunities to align herbal medicine with conventional medicine. My advice, however, is to learn your practice with community and environmental groups using wise people to guide you. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? I want to see people empowered to look toward their abundant local environment and elders to support their wellness. Are you in the industry for the long term?

Yes – I am determined to see the initiatives of Community Apothecary come to long-term and sustainable fruition.

of madeforward, a Brisbane-based business with a strong environmental and social focus. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? The ability to communicate clearly and respectfully, effective time management, and the flexibility to identify and seize opportunities when they arise. How did you get involved in your profession? For me, it was a collection of professional, personal and cultural experiences around the world that inspired me to become involved in social entrepreneurship. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? Certainly. I believe there is an increased consciousness among consumers for more environmentally friendly products, which opens up a range of positions for progressive, socially and environmentally conscious designers to do new and exciting things. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? For product designers and manufacturers, I’d like to help them recognise there are financially viable and environmentally sustainable alternatives to the existing mass-manufacturing paradigm.

For customers, I hope to inspire them to change the way they view and dispose of waste by offering beautiful, refined and upcycled (‘waste’) products. Are you in the industry for the long term? Yes – I find the more work and research I do in this space, the more opportunities and projects I want to tackle. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? If you believe in something, it is up to you to make it happen – just be prepared for a lot of hard work. Did you always think you would be in this role? I knew I would work in the industry in some capacity. I have always been attracted to design.

What was your first paid job? I cut lettuce and celery on a farm in Stanthorpe when I was 14 years old. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? My passion is to work with people of different cultures and existences in developing-world contexts. What inspires you? The natural environment around us. Who is your rolemodel?

People who are passionate about something larger than themselves. What are your words of wisdom? Question everything, try anything and live for something.

What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Listen to your deepest self. Did you always think you would be in this role? I have always had

a passion for this kind of role, but I have not always been sure how it was going to animate itself. What was your first paid job? My first paid job was at the age of 12, when I cared for pets at an animal boarding house.

What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role?

I do think about what it would be like to be a dancer. I love cultural dances from all around the world. What inspires you? Existence and the ability to participate in life. Knowing that everything we do has a repercussion, and that we can choose to be a conscious participant of co-evolution.

Who is your rolemodel? My mum. She raised me with an incredibly pure heart and always reminds me that anything is possible. What are your words of wisdom? Let’s dust off the old threads and continue weaving wise and ancient traditions.

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WORD Kathmandu. SOUND Ocean.

PLACE Rainbow Bay, Gold Coast.

PASSION Art and cultural heritage.

THING Treasures from my great aunties. FOOD Balinese tofu yellow curry. SMELL Fresh jasmine flowers.

TIME OF DAY 9:30 am. BOOK Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.

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ACTIVE // REVOLUTIONS In the lyrics of Queen’s ‘Bicycle Race’ Freddie Mercury sang earnestly: “I want to ride my bicycle. I want to ride my bike.” If the large number of attendees who gather for the events of Pushies Galore is representative, Brisbane’s inhabitants are equally eager to push pedals around their city. The environmental and health benefits of choosing a bicycle as your preferred mode of transport have long been merited, and, at Pushies Galore events, bicycle enthusiasts can come together to celebrate, swap and talk about bikes over a coffee. @ pushiesgalore.com

ALTRUISTIC // MOVEMENT Something one person might consider trash will almost always be deemed treasure by another. So when fewer items are discarded and – instead of being added to landfill – are bestowed upon someone who may need them, the environmental impact can be great. The Freecycle Network is a community made up of millions of members who aim to give, and often seek, items for free in their local areas.

Volunteers moderate each local Freecycle group, enabling people to donate unwanted belongings, or list items they have been searching for. @ freecycle.org

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WORD Serendipity. SOUND The pop of a champagne cork! PLACE My living room on a sunny winter morning. PASSION Reading.

THING Family jewellery. FOOD Pasta. SMELL Fresh flowers. TIME OF DAY Morning. BOOK A Prayer For Owen Meany by John Irving.

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SHARED // PRODUCE The backyards of many Brisbane residents resemble sprawling jungles and small-scale farms. But for those who reside in apartments, gardening efforts are often restricted to a grouping of potted herbs. Ripe Near Me pairs those whose gardens fruit an overabundance of produce, with those who wish to find foods from local growers. Whether you have lemons to spare, too much rosemary to roast, or are looking to unearth food outside the supermarket’s walls, you can hop online to share, swap, sell or buy within your community. @ ripenear.me map magazine supports the david sheldrick wildlife trust

For serious sippers, coffee is more than a beverage. The restorative brew is thought to deliver its drinker a unique experience with every cup consumed. Created by three Brisbane-based coffee connoisseurs, Bean Brewding is a collaboration aimed at uncovering the best in coffee experiences.

Providing tours of independent local cafes and roasteries, so you can taste the beans on offer and observe the talents of baristas in town, the trio is eager to foster appreciation for Brisbane’s coffee scene – with particular attention placed on ethically minded establishments. @ beanbrewding.com.au

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FEATHERED // STYLE Birds are usually attracted to pretty objects, making themselves comfortable atop statues, in ancient fountains and along elegant awnings (often to the dismay of a building’s occupants). So there’s no doubt they’ll have any qualms making themselves at home in The Birdhouse by Austrian-born, Texas-based designer and architect Paul Kweton. The stylish birdhouse is made from repetitive lasercut plywood ribs – and if you’d like to try recreating the dapper abode for your feathered friends at home, you can also request the plywood template through Paul’s website. @ paulbaut.com

DISCOVER: //changemakers.com CORK // SOLUTION People who are particular about their coffee will tell you that plastic and stainless steel can alter the taste of the beverage, making most styles of travel mug undesirable. And while porcelain or ceramic are perfect for serving coffee, they aren’t usually so durable out on the road. So is there a happy medium?

There is, and it’s called the Cortiça Mug – a travel mug wrapped and insulated with cork that keeps beverages hot or cold while also acting as its own coaster.

Not only is the Cortiça Mug much eco-friendlier than its contemporaries, using natural cork and clay as its materials, but it also looks a whole lot more stylish. @ corkcoffeemug.com

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street musings WHAT WE ASKED –– WHAT IS THE WORLD YOU IMAGINE?

“A world where

everyone respects the environment.”

“A world with

“A world where

“A world without war.”

peace and happiness.”

people are respectful.”

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only a local would know … ?

only a local would know … ?

only a local would know … ?

only a local would know … ?

That the best coffee is sold out of a Kombi van at the Brisbane Farmers Market in Camp Hill. what

Where the best fishing spots are.

How good the coffee has gotten in Brisbane over the past few years.

About the Teneriffe Hill. It is honestly like a forest in the middle of the city.

environmental issue has caught your attention recently? I find that

Keep Australia Clean Day. I believe that we should all become involved and really make an effort to clean up our country. what is stimulating you at the moment? My business is what keeps me busy. I definitely find that I thrive on driving it.

what environmental issue has caught your attention recently?

what environmental issue has caught your attention recently?

The lack of commitment the government has made to reducing carbon emissions. what is

The amount of traffic in and around Brisbane City – there are just far too many cars on the road. what is

I’m reading and worrying about something new every day, but every issue seems to be linked back to global warming. what is stimulating you at the moment? Old travel pictures. what issue needs

what environmental issue has caught your attention recently?

immediate public attention?

what issue needs immediate public attention? Our refugee

The excessive use of plastic bags and water bottles. what are your spiritual beliefs? To share the love, treat everyone with kindness and keep positive. who is inspiring you and why? My friends and the passionate people I work with.

They’re all achieving big things in their fields.

situation really needs immediate attention. It is taking far too long to process them. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe in God, if he believes in me. who is inspiring you and why? Dick Smith.

I am inspired by what he does for the community with the money he has made.

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My family. I find that we enjoy every day together and don’t sweat the small stuff. what issue needs

The sunshine, especially as I get up early for work. what issue needs

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The widening of the gap between the ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’ in society.

Our healthcare and mental-health services, particularly with the upcoming government cuts.

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what are your spiritual beliefs?

I love the ethos of Buddhism, especially kindness toward others, animals and the environment.

I believe in karma – what goes around always seem to come back around. who is inspiring you and why? My seven-year-old daughter.

She learns something new every day, and that is always great to see.

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PETER WOLFF That bearded, tattooed hipster barista at your local cafe who takes his coffee so seriously? There’s a good chance he learned everything he knows from Master Roaster Peter Wolff. Skilled at flying under the radar when it comes to the hype of the coffee scene, this connoisseur has not only been instrumental in the evolution of coffee drinking in Brisbane, but he was there for its very inception almost 30 years ago – before the city had even heard of espresso. Now at the helm of Wolff Coffee Roasters, Peter (also an international coffee competition judge) is passing on all he knows about roasting, cupping, green-coffee purchasing and plantation management to the aspiring young roasters of Australia.

Peace comes for Peter Wolff in the form of a good cup of tea. Surprising, perhaps, for a man who has spent the last three decades indulging his healthy obsession for all things coffee. But similar to a chef who can’t bear to cook a single dish at home, Peter likes nothing better than to relax on the couch with his wife and daughter – and a cup of tea. That’s not to say his love for coffee has cooled at all. It’s not only as ardent as ever; it’s also inspiring him to share his knowledge with others.

Peter got his first taste of the hospitality trade growing up in Wynnum, working alongside his siblings in his mother’s hair salon. “Our Saturday mornings were spent sweeping up hair, handing rollers to the hairdressers, and making tea and coffee and biscuits for the ladies there,” he recalls.

A child of German immigrants, Peter developed an early taste for coffee.

“It was part of our fabric,” he says.

“I remember drinking my first cup of coffee when I was about eight. It was very heavily roasted, black, heavy-flavoured coffee and we used to drink it with a little bit of pouring cream in it.”

He admits that he fell into the coffee industry by accident. In 1984, after high school, he was on the path to study law, but to earn some extra money he took a part-time job as a dishwasher at the original Aromas store on Hale Street. It was there that his world changed forever. “Chris Bryant and Robyn Horley, who were the owners at Aromas, were always getting

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me to try different coffees, and my mind was exploded by the different flavours that coffee had that I never expected,” he says.

“Two or three months after I started, they were getting quite busy and Chris asked if I could give them a hand in the roastery.

For me it was just a good excuse not to keep washing dishes, but I remember that first day in the roast house with Chris, and going home on the train with the coffee smell on me. Something just clicked in me and I realised that coffee was what I wanted to do with my life.”

Chris quickly became Peter’s mentor, passing on all that he knew to his young protege. “Chris’s family was four generations of tea and coffee merchants,” Peter explains.

“He was born in Uganda and went back there to do his apprenticeship through the Tea and Coffee Board, and then travelled the world buying and growing coffee. And he passed all of that knowledge on to me during the 13 years that I worked with Aromas. It was a tremendous partnership and I’m still thankful to that man today for that knowledge.”

The coffee scene back in the 1980s in Brisbane certainly wasn’t what it is today.

“Part of what Aromas did back then was that it sold 28 different single-origin coffees and nearly 90 different types of tea. Originally it was just a place where you could buy your tea and coffee for home, but we were serving pourover, brewed or filter coffee – espresso hadn’t really started yet – and were giving it to people to try. As their palates

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expanded they were asking to sit and have a piece of cake with it, and so we bought our first espresso machine. And that’s how Aromas really came to pioneer the cafe scene in Brisbane and get people started drinking Italian-style coffee.”

After more than a decade working for Aromas and helping forge the scene alongside Chris and Robyn, Peter decided to move to Melbourne to try his hand in a much larger – and more coffee-savvy – market.

“At the time I moved, there were only three people roasting coffee in Brisbane,” he explains of the impetus for his move.

“I wanted to be somewhere where there was a roasting community where I could test and grow my knowledge in a bigger market.”

Once down in Melbourne, Peter set up his own roasting and wholesale business, Veneziano, right amidst what was known as the ‘Third Wave’ coffee movement. “It was a time when people started asking what was in their coffee and when it was roasted. And we were making a product that was fresh, and roasted to make the most of the flavour from the origin – you knew when it was roasted and what was in it. Melbourne is a highly sophisticated and super-competitive market, but because we were satisfying that need, we grew very quickly.”

Several years later, Peter saw an opportunity to return to Brisbane to capitalise on the rapidly growing market here, as well as to be closer to family. He opened up a Veneziano roastery on Montague Road in West End, but soon realised that it was

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perhaps time for him to take a different step in his journey. “People were coming to me and asking where they could go to learn how to roast coffee, and if they could learn from me. I kept saying no, but my wife Penny, who’s an educator, basically told me that I should start a roasting course. She said she would help me write the curriculum, so that I could share my experiences with the next generation of roasters coming through. And that’s when I left Veneziano.”

Word quickly spread, and many of Brisbane’s brightest young roasters flocked to Wolff Coffee Roasters in hope of learning their art from one of its masters. But Peter and Penny wanted to find a way to get face to face with the consumer again, and so they also founded the Hendra-based cafe, Dandelion & Driftwood. “There was such a vacuum of quality espresso on the Northside at the time and we knew there was an opportunity to fill that void. But it was partly born of an observation we made one day in the cupping room where we taste coffee.

We were doing a blind cupping of samples and noticed that, very consistently, men were choosing certain types of coffee and women were choosing other types of

coffee. There really seemed to be a very gender-specific type of flavour profile. That piqued our interest and inspired us to make two blends – one for the feminine palate and one for the masculine palate – named Dandelion and Driftwood.”

Being able to create Dandelion & Driftwood and Wolff Cofee Roasters alongside the woman he loves is undoubtedly Peter’s proudest achievement. “Working with her on a daily basis is awesome because we get to spend twice as much time together,” he gushes.

The couple’s daughter, Xanthe, has also played a role in the business from day one, at first by peddling her own lolly trolley in the cafe and now as a barista. She also travels regularly with her parents to visit the coffee at its origins. The fact that his business is a family affair is key for Peter. “I stand outside the shop some days and just think to myself how much I have to be thankful for.”

Peter’s advice for young aspiring roasters is something passed down to him by his grandparents.

“Water finds its own level,” he shares. “Anything you do in life, you’ll find your place. Things will work themselves out – just have faith and be calm and the water will find its own level.”

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What do you do? I’m a pharmaceutical representative. What are you wearing today?

A Zara jacket and Topshop jeans. Describe your style Casual elegance. Where is your favourite place? Home – there is no place like it. What is the best advice you have ever received? Eventually, all things fall into place. Who is your rolemodel?

What do you do? I work in performance management. What are you wearing today?

Los Angeles, particularly Venice Beach and Santa Monica. What is the best advice you have ever received? To be a winner, you’ll need to fail a bit first – that’s the key to success. Who is your rolemodel? Elliott Hulse – he is a good life coach.

Beyoncé (Queen B), because she encourages female empowerment, independence and leadership.

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My father, because he’s a very good man.

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I believe that we must keep it nice and clean for the next ones in line (on a micro and a macro scale). tell me about fashion Someone once said that “Elegance is something that must be whispered and not shouted,” and I believe that. biggest inspiration True love and the Atlantic. world you imagine A place where people’s word and feelings are worth more than money. words of wisdom May LA PAZ be with you!

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DANIEL FLYNN

For many people embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, money is the motivating factor. Thankfully, there are social entrepreneurs who are willing to pursue business for the greater good. Daniel Flynn founded Thankyou Water (now Thankyou) at 19, and, four years on, millions of lives have changed as a result. After discovering that nearly 900 million people are without fresh water on the planet – and many who must walk for hours to fetch it – Daniel had one simple thought: “What if my younger sisters had to do that?” It was that notion that inspired him to start Thankyou Water and he has since has built that simple idea into the Thankyou movement – a consumer movement that empowers you to fund life-changing projects through simple choices in your everyday life.

Were you always an ideas man?

I was always an entrepreneurial kid.

My mother says it started way back when I was in kindergarten. I used to try to sell the other kids helicopters – the leaves that looked liked helicopters that fell from the tree. When I was in primary school I used to follow the trends. So, when yabbies were in, I would catch them and sell them at lunchtime. When Gobstoppers were in, I would sell them. I just had a whole bunch of crazy ideas going all the time.

My parents never handed me money, I always had to work for it.

Can you remember the exact moment you came up with the idea for Thankyou Water?

I definitely can. It was an interesting time.

I was studying at university and had my five-year plan mapped out. I was studying project management and construction and thought I wanted to get into property development. I thought I had a good plan going. In 2008, I discovered the world water crisis and the fact that 900 million people in our world didn’t have access to safe drinking water. At the same time, I found out that Australians spend a crazy $600 million annually on bottled water – an industry that seemed ludicrous when you consider the fact that we can all get water from the tap for free. When I asked the question of myself, ‘What if that were me without access to water?’ that’s when it all started. I imagined my sisters having to walk for days to collect water, or me

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having to do it for them. I felt like something could be done – should be done – and I could be part of it. Along with my co-founders, we came up with the idea to join these two extremes together to make a difference. So, we created Thankyou Water – a bottled water company that would exist for the sole purpose of funding safe water projects in developing nations.

The organisation has grown quite fast. How did you manage to do this?

Today, Thankyou Water has evolved into Thankyou, a movement overseeing three different brands: Thankyou Water, Thankyou Food and Thankyou Body Care. Now, we don’t just provide safe water access for those in need, but also access to food and hygiene solutions.

The mission hasn’t changed – we exist to empower everyday Australians to make a difference through a simple choice within their everyday life. We’ve just stepped it up a level.

Why did you choose water as a product?

We all thought that bottled water was a ridiculous product and still do because we get tap water for free, but for some strange reason we all still buy it. People like the convenience and naturally we don’t have a tap in our pocket. When we found out it was a huge market, we decided to go after it.

What inspires you?

My inspiration goes pretty deep and is founded by two core things. I consider

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myself so lucky to have been born in Australia. It’s a great country and I realise some people are not born in great countries. So I want to use my advantage to help others. My own personal faith plays a big part in my life.

I grew up in church, and, in my late teens, I got a bit more committed in this space – the idea that I can live my life for someone else. My parents are Christian too, but I made my own call. They didn’t force me into anything.

What drives you crazy?

The concept that such a small decision in purchasing behaviour can have such a profound effect on someone else’s life in such a positive way. What drives me crazy is the gap between where Thankyou is at the moment and where I know it should be.

How is a typical day spent for you?

Internally, a typical day is spent managing the team. We have 26 staff members so there are a lot of meetings. A lot of my time is spent outside the office too.

I travel a lot, seeing customers and introducing new ones to the product.

My focus is growth.

How are the new range of products going?

Some of the products are killing it.

The body products are doing really well. The food range is doing well.

The muesli is struggling. It’s such a competitive space and you have to work hard to maintain your position.

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We know the product is good – we just have to convert more people. Being in the supermarkets has helped lift our brand profile.

The challenge is there is only so much shelf space. So for the small amount of space you do get, you pretty much have to try and smash it and outsell the other brands who have customer loyalty in order to get more shelf space.

It’s tough, hard and a slow burn.

I think a lot of money helps.

It’s been fascinating getting into the grocery market as it is a tough market to make money in. Just because a brand is on the shelf does not actually mean it is making a profit. It will be a long road for us.

How do you overcome your fears?

I think my biggest fear is if I fail!

For me, my team around me is important – including my wife, who is one of our co-founders.

My family and mentors help me.

I just talk about my fears and they give me advice and wisdom.

My faith plays a big part too.

Why do you think you care?

I care because I fundamentally believe that each of us is here to do something bigger than ourselves. If everyone did something bigger than themselves,

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such as an act of kindness or starting an organisation that helped others, the world would be a better place. I just want to play a part in that.

Who are your rolemodels?

My family, my mentors, my father.

I have chatted to a lot of CEOs and business people who inspire me. I am inspired by Steve Jobs, Martin Luther King, Jr and William Wilberforce. I guess the people who are crazy enough to do the seemingly impossible.

What advice would you give to budding entrepreneurs?

I think it is really important to remain naive – hopefully we still are! I think you need and can harness naivety to believe you can do the impossible.

We live in a world where people are quick to criticise and quick to put you down, but self belief is important. An idea is a good starting point but everyone has an idea. There is a quote I like: ‘An idea is not worth much but its value is in its execution.’

That’s where we concentrate.

Also, have a great team.

Thankyou is awesome because of the great team we have.

What are your words of wisdom?

Impossibility is only someone’s opinion, not a fact.

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Every crunch of a leaf underfoot breaks the silence of ducks paddling on the creek. Birds tweet, water dragons sneak by, and, on a quiet day, turtles lounge atop random logs, basking in the sun. This is all part of the sights and sounds of the Redlands IndigiScapes Centre. An environmental education centre and native botanic gardens, IndigiScapes features only plants locally native to the Redlands area. The themed mini gardens – with names including Scribbly Gum Garden, Wild Herb Garden and Butterfly Garden – present examples of how native plants can be used in home landscaping to attract an abundance of lively fauna. A meander along the garden forecourt passes the wetlands’ water lilies

and arrives at the children’s playground fully fitted with a flying-fox ride amongst the bushland. A maze grown from native hedging delights little ones as they hide and giggle amongst its shrubby paths. The gardens are spotted with picnic tables and barbecues, encouraging visitors to relax throughout whilst learning about the 400 species of plants showcased. There are more than two kilometres of walking trails, perfect for immersing yourself in the Redlands’ flora and fauna. Everything is native right down to the bush herbs incorporated into the cafe menu and you can indulge in local produce, lovingly prepared by the cafe with a unique bushtucker twist, overlooking bushland and Coolnwynpin Creek.

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Sitting at the communal table dominating ORAWGI, you get the sense that you are in someone’s home. In reality you are, as the raw organic and healthful cafe is integrated within the earth-saving BioSolar Head Office. Believing that its first customers are its employees, the company started ORAWGI cafe to service its approximately 140 Woolloongabba staff. The cafe now also welcomes visitors specifically seeking out invigorating raw-food creations, or locals seeking a healthy snack, green juice or cold-press coffee. ORAWGI is a play on the words ‘organic’, ‘raw’ and ‘low gi’, which is reflective of the firm belief that all food should be consumed for ultimate health, radiant beauty inside and out, 26 map magazine

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and with an explosion of flavour. With these philosophies in their hearts, the ORAWGI staff radiate a buzz of energy within the cafe as they add the finishing touches to the morning’s preparation of menu items such as ELT bagels, granola, apricot bread, Mexicana pizza, mocha cake and green juice. Salads so vibrantly green and lush, like paintings on the wall of a gallery, are on display, waiting to soothe the body and soul of their next consumer. With no agenda other than to nurture people’s needs by feeding them awesome food that is not going to harm them, ORAWGI will shortly see the doors to another cafe open at the Riverside Building in Hamilton.

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PERUSE THE WORKS OF TALENTED AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS AT TATTERSALL’S CLUB John F. Kennedy once mused: “If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow their vision wherever it takes them”. And, in the pursuit of providing artists an opportunity to chase their dreams, Brisbane’s distinguished Tattersall’s Club will be empowering Australian artists when it showcases a collection of works as part of the annual Landscape Art Prize.

Come September, Tattersall’s Club will be celebrating its 25th year hosting the Landscape Art Prize. The Landscape Art Prize is a long-standing accolade that has allowed the venerable club to acquire and display awardwinning paintings by well-known Australian artists over the past two and a half decades.

Adding to the club’s prestigious art collection with each new year, more than 100 artists are selected and invited from each Australian state and territory to exhibit a painting during September. The award has consistently given focus to mid- and senior-career artists, and many of the past year’s entrants have included winners or finalists of such prestigious art prizes as the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Art Prizes, as well as the Fleurieu Landscape and Glover Art Prizes. The top prizes are awarded to the

winning painters, as deemed by the panel of four judges who will closely critique the work of participants. The prize pool will range from $10,000 to $30,000 this year, to celebrate the special 2014 milestone. Judges gracing the 2014 panel include former CEO and Committee Member of Tattersall’s Club, Michael Paramor, as well as Chris Saines, the director of QAGOMA, Dr Campbell Gray, director of the University of Queensland Art Museum, and Dr Amanda Bell, principal of the Women’s College University of Sydney. During Landscape Art Week, held from September 1–5, the collated artworks will be displayed inside the exclusive Tattersall’s Club and then relocated to the foyer of Brisbane City’s prestigious Waterfront Place – where they will be showcased to the public from September 8–19.

Waterfront Place, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane City T. 3331 8888 tattersallsclub.com.au

REST UPON ORGANIC BED LINENS FROM SHEETS ON THE LINE’S FLAGSHIP STORE

The ultimate man cave is one where emphasis is placed on the pursuit of manliness, and, for the men of Brisbane, The Emporium Barber delivers this masculine experience. Specialising in such services as cut-throat shaves and fresh haircuts, the barbershop is brimming with qualified and experienced staff. With a stand-alone espresso bar and an impressive selection of craft beers on hand, customers can sip on a complimentary tipple or freshly brewed coffee while relaxing back into one of the luxurious leather chairs. Appointments can be booked via the barbershop’s website.

There are few things as satisfying as the feeling of slipping in to a freshly made bed – nestling in to soft, clean sheets in preparation for a restful night’s sleep.

And when you’re comfortably shrouded in linens that are organic, designed and made with sustainability in mind, and come from a local business, you can sleep even more soundly. The brainchild of a Brisbane-based husband-andwife team, Sheets on the Line offers a beautiful range of organic bed linens and towels, alongside a collection of hand-picked bespoke furniture and homewares. Taking the leap from the online environment and branching out into a welcoming brick-and-mortar space along Latrobe Terrace, Steven and Debra Clifford-Ames have recently opened the doors to their flagship store. Having named its business after nostalgic recollections of running through fresh sheets hanging on the clothes line in the backyard as children, the pair is set on providing luxuriously soft, organic cotton sheets that deliver a pleasing tactile experience. In the new Paddington store, visitors can feel the soft, durable fabrics – which are free from any harsh chemicals, making them an ideal choice for your health – and peruse Sheets on the Line’s assortment of unique wares for the home.

Shop 4, Emporium, Fortitude Valley T. 0478 500 055 theemporiumbarber.com.au

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SIT BACK AND RELAX AT FLAMING OLIVE RESTAURANT + BAR Author Joanne Harris once declared, “Life is what you celebrate”. Whether it be drinks after work or treating your dad to a unique Father’s Day dining experience, the simplest of occasions can mark the perfect opportunity to indulge in a selection of delicious fine food and wine offerings, celebratory cocktails, and a spot of merry repartee with your nearest and dearest. Providing Brisbane locals with this experience is the Flaming Olive Restaurant + Bar. With a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere, Flaming Olive functions as the perfect venue for those hoping to seek refuge from the liveliness of the city. Customers can take advantage of its extensive cocktail, wine or beer list – with complementary canapes from 5:30–7:00 pm every Friday and Saturday. With its menus featuring flavours influenced by the cuisines of many countries around the world, Flaming Olive takes your tastebuds travelling via its innovative winter menu – as well as the new $15 lunch menu, offered from Tuesday to Sunday between 12:00–3:00 pm. Having mastered his craft in Tokyo, where he trained as a pastry chef, Flaming Olive’s chef Wayne Brown returned to Australia with Japanese cooking concepts in tow. During his time abroad, Wayne learned to draw upon the fifth taste category

‘umami’ – the savoury taste found in meats, mushrooms and cheeses – allowing the talented epicure to enrich his modern Australian dishes with a mouth-watering, earthy quality. Having worked in Brisbane’s Stokehouse and Saké Restaurant & Bar, Wayne brings to Flaming Olive his sharp preparation techniques, which he calls upon to create high-quality dishes at affordable prices. Each day, the contemporary locale serves fresh locally sourced ingredients throughout a diverse selection of menu items – including wagyu beef cheek ragu, caramelised gnocchi, Spanish onion, parsley and aged parmesan. All cured meats and fish served are cured in-house, and a dessert menu features a tempting range of sweet creations, such as nemesis chocolate cake with homemade honeycomb, fresh roseberry, coco popping rocks and berry sorbet.

Shop 9, 100 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley T. 3216 1602 flamingolive.com.au

TAME AND TRIM YOUR BUSHY BEARD AT JIMMY ROD’S BARBERSHOP If you take a toddle around the bars and coffee locales of Brisbane today, and look beyond the glasses of craft beer and cups of coffee, you’re likely to notice an abundance of fuzzy bristles sprouting from the faces of many fetching gentlemen. And for bearded blokes, maintaining the shape and style of their whiskers is often a task best left to the professionals. Whether your woolly reflection resembles a wily bush ranger like Ned Kelly, a member of Texan band ZZ Top, an untamed Grizzly Adams look or even a slick Salvador Dalí guise, the team of Jimmy Rod’s Barbershop is expert at providing facial hair trimming and styling services. Be it a tidy, sculpted beard or something a little more uncultivated you seek, kick back in the comfortable chairs – inside the walls of one of Jimmy Rod’s seven relaxed spaces across Brisbane – and allow the experienced staff to groom your plentiful tresses. Inside Jimmy Rod’s comfortable settings, you can also discover an extensive range of beard grooming products. Peruse a selection of beard combs, shaving brushes and smoothing concoctions, including products from The Bearded Chap and Captain Fawcett – amongst other wares designed to give shine, strength and suppleness to any facial fuzz.

T. 3666 0907 jimmyrods.com.au

DAPPER DADS IN FINE FORM WITH BLACK JACKET SUITING Despite their partiality toward cringe-worthy jokes, dads deserve a chance to spruce up for Father’s Day. From smart cufflinks to bespoke suits, sharp pocket squares and fine-fitting suits, Black Jacket Suiting presents a dashing selection of trappings. This Father’s Day, the team of this independent men’s boutique is offering in-store and off-site personalised styling sessions. The attentive staff can help dress customers from head to toe with pieces from the store’s wide range of suits, shoes and accessories – including their new bespoke range, Savoir Faire, which features luxurious giftware for gentlemen.

Shop 17, 77 Oxford Street, Bulimba T. 3399 7618 blackjacketsuiting.com.au

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Visit Reddacliffe Place to shop or sell on the first and third Sunday of each month.

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Revisit the cult classic at Palace Centro on August 31. palacecinemas.com.au

Britney Spears: The Cabaret showing from August 13-17. brisbanepowerhouse.org

Pop-up exhibit of eco jewellery at Artisan Gallery until September 27. artisan.org.au

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DRIVE IN STYLE BEHIND THE WHEEL OF A CLASSIC MERCEDES-BENZ Combining luxury with performance, the Mercedes-Benz brand has long been associated with notions of power, quality and style – providing motoring enthusiasts with an unrivalled ownership experience. For many decades, the brand’s extensive car range has made waves in popular culture, appearing in everything from epic action films to popular television shows – and have even been referenced in well-known songs.

When a 1986 hot-wired 560 SEL came flying across the big screen in 1990s film Die Hard: With a Vengeance, the imperturbable status of the iconic car brand was cemented in the minds of drivers everywhere. And, with the opening of Mercedes-Benz Brisbane’s additional premises in Windsor, those who have dreamt of hopping behind the wheel of one of the brand’s renowned vehicles will be afforded another reason to do so. This has been an exciting year for Mercedes-Benz Brisbane, with the growth of its Ann Street location – which is home to its new car department, and passenger vehicle services and parts. In March 2014, seeking room to expand, the company opened its second site on Lutwyche Road. Housing a shining selection of pre-owned Mercedes-Benz Vehicles, new and pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vans, as well

as parts and services for vans, the new site brings the dream of driving a Mercedes-Benz that little bit closer. Small businesses, and those in the market for a superior van, can visit the new dealership and chat to the dedicated team about its current range. The Vito van collection includes crew cabs, panel vans and wagons, while the new Sprinter collection comprises minibuses, single cabs, and single and dualcab chassis. Each van is fitted with the latest in safety features, including an electronic stability program, an anti-lock braking system, acceleration skid control and full-size driver and front passenger airbags. If you would like to view the range of vans or approved pre-owned vehicles, you can make an appointment today over the phone or via the Mercedes-Benz Brisbane website.

195 Lutwyche Road, Windsor T. 3251 6699 mbbrisbane.com.au

DINE IN STYLE AT CUSTOMS HOUSE RESTAURANT

Paint is a medium expressed by hand, and it is this handcrafted aspect – akin to homemade treats – that conveys a personal touch. For 2014 Milburn Art Prize finalist Yeen Danser, painting is the greater part of her life – and she keeps a diary of the times through the stroke of her brush. From Tuesday August 26 to Monday September 1, Yeen will showcase her art in her debut solo exhibition Telling Tales – open from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at Paddington’s Percolator Gallery. Art enthusiasts will also have the chance to meet Yeen on Saturday August 30, from 5:00–8:00 pm.

When you’re planning to celebrate a special occasion, you want to make sure your guests are welcomed with professional service, delicious food and drinks, and a fine-looking setting. Situated within the heritage landmark that is Customs House, the Customs House Restaurant provides diners with not only delectable fare, but also sparkling views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge – ensuring a relaxed ambiance and an idyllic spot to catch up with your friends, relatives or even work colleagues. With the recent release of the restaurant’s new winter menu, developed by chef de cuisine John Offenhouser, diners can expect to revel in the taste of modern Australian cuisine. The new menu features fresh seasonal produce, showcasing such items as smoked duck breast, pear and apple salad with toasted walnuts – as well as crispy quail, parsnip puree with dates and port jus. Those with a sweet tooth will also find themselves deliberating over the impressive dessert menu, featuring beetroot souffle, cream cheese ice-cream, decadent chocolate sauce and candied beetroot chips. The twocourse set lunch menu, priced at $40 per person, diners can enjoy mains with their choice between a bold red or crisp white wine.

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INDULGE YOUR SENSES AT TONI&GUY BULIMBA The scent of freshly brewed coffee lingers in the air as you recline back into a comfortable chair. Amid your stylish surrounds you begin to unwind, as you close your eyes and enjoy a soothing head massage. Then, with a magazine in hand and a coffee in the other, you glance up sporadically to see your innovative hairstyle evolving.

Drawing inspiration from the fashion-forward styles sported in London, the team of TONI&GUY Bulimba are experienced in matching clients with hair they will love. With more than 50 years of experience amongst them, the team has become adept at providing stylish, professional and personalised services. And with Queensland art director and owner Kevin Hobbs at the helm – who specialises in curly and other tricky hair types, has 14 years experience, and has worked his magic in the UK – visitors can expect an indulgent experience in the contemporary salon.

You can find TONI&GUY Bulimba perched in a quiet space off Oxford Street, where specialised products are stocked in-store, including Wella Professionals SP range and label.m – which comprises sulphate-free products and organic sub-ranges – alongside the Trichovedic keratin smoothing treatments. Using the Trichovedic

treatments, which lasts for up to four months, you can cut down on your daily styling time and enjoy conditioned, humidity-proof, frizz-free tresses. Those who’d like to lengthen their locks can also discover the salon’s high-quality Show Pony extensions. Kevin, who has created runway looks for international designers, is joined at the Bulimba salon by his talented team members, including technical director Jhanda Avenell, style director Emma Carey, technician Jodie Johnston and his newest team members, passionate apprentices Jorgie Sotherern and Daniel Acres.

Jhanda specialises in colouring and colour correction, and has 17 years of experience in the industry, while Emma’s focus is on cutting, styling and designing dos for weddings and formals.

Whether you’re seeking a fresh cut, a new colour, a rejuvenating treatment – or perhaps all three – you can visit the salon for that freshly cut feeling.

5 Wambool Street, Bulimba T. 3399 3545 toniandguy.com.au/Bulimba

SAVOUR TRADITIONAL FLAVOURS WHEN YOU VISIT FANTASIA When you’re wandering through the streets of Asian cities, you will often detect the intoxicating scents of enticing spices, barbecued meats and aromatic sauces drifting from the kitchens of nearby restaurants or street vendors – tempting your tastebuds to sample the fresh, flavoursome fare. Endeavouring to educate diners’ knowledge of Asian cuisine and to provide authentic dishes that are made using traditional cooking methods, FantAsia is proud to serve up its menu to the people of Brisbane, and beyond. Across its contemporary Queensland dining destinations, FantAsia’s accommodating team prepares a tantalising menu using the freshest, healthiest seasonal ingredients available.

Browsing FantAsia’s balanced and appetising menu, you’ll discover a great value range of dishes that represent a wide variety of countries across the Asian continent.

Seated in one of the eight venues for lunch or dinner, you can whet your appetite with a refreshing chrysanthemum and goji berry iced tea, or indulge in such main menu items as Hong Kong prawn wonton noodle soup, Singapore chicken and prawn laksa or dongpo braised pork belly. And, for those planning a function – FantAsia delivers flexible, personalised catering services. For individual store opening hours, visit FantAsia’s website.

TUCK IN TO FRESH, WHOLESOME PROVISIONS FROM BOTANICA REAL FOOD For busy people, managing to tick off each item on the day’s to-do list whilst finding time to eat nutritionally plentiful meals can become an arduous balancing act.

Yet, those who peer through the windows of a charming shopfront along Enoggera Terrace will spy an abundance of nourishing, healthful offerings – all of which are ready to take away. Botanica Real Food takes the work out of ensuring you get five servings of vegetables each day, with gluten-free and vegan options available. The locale also caters to workshops and events, providing lunches and afternoon tea for each attendee, at $15 per person.

Shop 9, 1 Enoggera Terrace, Red Hill T. 3367 3334 botanicarealfood.com.au

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The venue launches their new Carry-Out menu. mightymighty.net.au

New Shri Yoga studio opening in Teneriffe. shriyoga.com.au

Open Day from 11:00 am on Saturday August 23. sae.edu.au/events

Now open on Latrobe Terrace in Paddington. pepespaperie.com.au

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reform consumer culture, design studio Ministry of Mass crafts sustainable furnishings that are intended to last a large portion of your life. Among them is the curiously designed Pillow Table, which stacks a slab of wood atop four cushions (and, contrary to the laws of physics, is actually very sturdy).

Since your tastes are bound to vary during your lifetime, you can also change the colours of the cushions.

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High up amidst the industrial milieu of the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York City – surrounded by cranes, building sites, factories and highways – sits a green space that helps produce more than 22,000 kg of organically grown vegetables each year. One of two rooftop urban farms run by Brooklyn Grange – co-founded by New Yorker Anastasia Cole Plakias – this space has not only become a viable commercial business that is repairing the disconnect between urbanites and their food sources, but it’s also helping to create a wider community around the philosophy of local, organic fare.

“Do you fancy a little game of pepper roulette?” Anastasia Cole Plakias asks me, as we stand amidst the rooftop garden beds of Brooklyn Grange, looking out across the East River to Manhattan. “Of course,” I reply, never one to back down from a challenge. We’ve already sampled a hearty range of the garden’s bounty today – including ground cherries, lime basil, coriander berries and various types of salad greens – but none have involved a game of roulette. She picks two shishito peppers and hides them behind her back, shuffling them and then presenting me with her two fists to choose from. I pick the right.

Grinning at each other, we both chomp into our allocated pepper and wait for the fire to hit our mouths. Anti-climax ensues, as neither of us have a hot one. “The Japanese originally brought the peppers over from Portugal and bred the heat out of them,” she explains of the peppers’ history.

“But Mother Nature’s tricky like that and she always gets her way! There’s always the odd one that’s still hot.”

There’s no questioning Anastasia’s devout passion for Brooklyn Grange, and for the art of urban farming, as she shares little anecdotes like these every few steps as we wander through the garden. And it’s a sign of a good urban farmer when they can spot an insect that is only passing through.

“If you take a look at any of these plants, you’ll see that it’s teeming with life. There are pollinators all over the farm. Many of them are our own honeybees, but a lot of

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them are also visiting – that bee right there is no honey bee of ours,” she says, gesturing to an insect making itself busy on one of the flowers. “We’ve created a pollinator pathway and increasing biodiversity is becoming extremely important. We love to see visiting pollinators up here on the farm.”

As we walk further to the back of the farm, a raucous uproar erupts from the chicken coup. “Oh boy, what are the girls getting into?” Anastasia says as she walks over to investigate the melee. She explains that raising chickens on an urban farm isn’t a particularly profitable exercise, but that they keep them around for educational reasons. “The farm hosts a non-profit called City Growers that brings kindergarten through grade 12 youth up to the farm for educational visits. And it’s something that’s near and dear to my heart because I was born and raised in Manhattan. Among New York City kids, the luckiest of us have parents who actually take the time to shop with us and teach us the difference between junk food and quality ingredients, but even that’s rare. So a lot of kids come up here and they don’t identify any of it as food – to them it’s just plants. But they all eat eggs and seeing the chickens helps them realise that it’s a working farm.”

Anastasia knew next to nothing about farming – urban or otherwise – until about five years ago. Working in the hospitality industry at the time, she became fascinated by a plan to create a small urban farm

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After volunteering to help to build those gardens but finding that neither she nor anyone else involved really knew what they were doing, she enlisted the help of a college friend, Gwen Schantz, whom she knew was an avid green thumb and urban farmer. Anastasia had also recently read an article in New York magazine about a guy named Ben Flanner, who had built a 6,000foot rooftop farm on top of a building in the Brooklyn neighbourhood of Greenpoint.

She emailed him about trading visits at each other’s farms, and it quickly became obvious that the trio shared the same vision – to turn urban farming into a fiscally sustainable business and to prove that there is a model for rooftop urban agriculture that supports commerce and job creation.

The next year, their idea took shape with their first rooftop farm on top of an almost century-old building in Queens. And in 2012, they built a second, larger farm atop a building in the historic Brooklyn Navy Yard – where Anastasia and I stand today. “It’s increasingly important to offer green space in cities, and building a public park space in a city can take a long time and a lot of money,” she explains. “But operating this as a private commercial business has allowed us the freedom to offer that service to the community.”

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New York’s key landmarks, including the Willamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, and the recently completed Freedom Tower. Ensconced in the industrial ambience of the Navy Yard, the 65,000-square foot rooftop garden’s perimeter is lined with a procession of tall, sturdy sunflowers, which, aside from looking pretty, act as a windblock to protect the other plants from the impact of erosion and desiccation of the soil.

Producing more than 22,000 kg of organically grown vegetables each year between the two farms, Brooklyn Grange now also employs a full-time staff of ten and sells its fare via three channels: wholesale, retail (at farmers markets) and community-supported agriculture.

The cohort also hosts regular events including yoga, compost workshops and detox nutrition workshops, as well as the occasional wedding. “Our population here in New York is becoming denser and now more than half the world’s population lives in cities, so we have to be smarter about how we use our urban spaces and become polyfunctional,” Anastasia explains of their ethos.

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Cultivating a local community is essential to the Brooklyn Grange mission (they also use organic cocoa husks from their Navy Yard neighbours, Mast Brothers, as one of their mulches). In addition to the City Growers program, they also host an initiative that helps asylum seekers, who are awaiting legal asylum status, to integrate into the community and acclimate to American culture by taking part in Brooklyn Grange’s different farming activities.

Anastasia says that, personally, what was once her greatest challenge is what she now considers her greatest success: the idea that they will never do things perfectly.

“It’s that realisation that we’re still a work in progress and that there’ll always be a learning curve ” Her hope is that everyone, especially our younger generations, will have the opportunity to learn to appreciate the beauty of real food – something she’s grateful to her mother for teaching her.

“Take pleasure in what you’re eating,” she says. “You have the opportunity to experience real joy three times a day. And if you really do take pleasure in that experience, you’ll find that your body thanks you for it.”

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Mighty Mighty’s infamous temple of meat is now available for function and event venue hire.

American pit-master wisdom meets city chic in this oneof-a-kind venue that offers up authentic US cue and brew; a sumptuous marriage of smoked local cuts and one of Queensland’s most extensive hard-to-source craft beer lists. And did we mention the speciality in-house smoked cocktails and whiskey?

Tailored packages available for cocktail, birthday, engagement, reception, corporate functions and events; sit-down dining, day delegate, end of year celebrations and more!

Function information, bookings and Carry-Out orders (07) 3666 0184 or www.mightymighty.net.au

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On a quest to find amnesty from the bustle of Brunswick Street, lunchers can mosey into a retreat decked out with wooden features, gleaming pendant lights and a front counter filled with fresh breads.

In this sandwich joint, the archetypal soggy salad sandwich on half-frozen bread is nowhere to be found. Instead, owner Royce – who learned from the best when he worked at Katz’s Delicatessen in New York – serves up his signature pulled pork or corn beef sandwiches, beef brisket dips and appetising salads. Weekly specials tempt regulars with such items as buffalo chicken sandwiches, while sides including chilli cheese fries will test your limits.

Joining the cluster of restaurants and bars that line South Bank’s Grey Street, Cowch opens its doors each morning of the week and keeps them ajar until late in the evening, allowing those with a sweet tooth to saunter in for a sugar fix whenever they please. Churros, a selection of sweet pizzas, saccharine sliders and chocolate shots keep loungers warm, while frozen yoghurt, ice-creams, smoothies and pops refresh on warmer days. Inside the contemporary space, those with grown-up tastes can sample tasty cheeses or choose from the Guilty Pleasures menu, where boozy desserts and indulgent beverages abound.

Follow your nose along the scented trail to a friendly, old-fashioned corner shop labelled with glossy hand-painted signage, which spells out ‘Hudson Corner’. The scent, you’ll discover, is coming from three black vessels in the kitchen that reveal hickory-smoked pulled pork slowly cooking.

On the menu, traditional American barbecue offerings see buffalo wings with blue cheese sauce listed alongside hearty sandwiches, succulent ribs, fresh slaw, jalapeño poppers and crispy fries. And if you’ve room for something more, meals can be followed up with cherry, pecan and pumpkin pies, cowboy cookies, coffee and cold beverages.

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NATURAL // BITTERS

CLEVER // WRAP

Aside from the actual materials they are made from, objects make a lighter impact on the planet when they are constructed with the aim to last someone’s lifetime. Lisa Jones creates what she calls ‘heirlooms for modern living’ through her homewares brand, Pigeon Toe Ceramics. Using the highest-quality materials, Lisa designs products that are intended to last decades both in form and function. Among her covetable wares are these adorable Pebble Salt + Pepper shakers. @ pigeontoeceramics.com

Drinking local craft brews helps reduce your carbon footprint, but what about when you have a hankering for a cocktail? Since it’s hard to get more local than your own home, a great way to green your penchant for libations is by making your own bitters. All-natural craft bitters company Hella Bitter has launched its own home-brew bitters kit, which was recently funded on Kickstarter. The Craft Your Own Bitters kit comes with its own strainer, funnel, infusion jars and dropper bottles, plus two aromatic spice blends. @ hellabitters.com

As we become more aware of our personal impact on the environment, we are often faced with conundrums about whether to sacrifice a necessary function. Leftover food needs to be stored, but if we should be avoiding plastic, what is a better solution? One answer is Bee’s Wrap, which uses a combination of fabric infused with beeswax, jojoba oil and tree resin. Made to act as the perfect alternative to using plastic for food storage, Bee’s Wrap can be used to wrap everything from bread to cheese (if there’s any left). @ beeswrap.com

THOUGHTFUL // COOKING Not everyone can afford to spend a lot of money on food, but all of us deserve to eat healthily.

Inspired by a dream to make good food accessible to everyone, Leanne Brown created the free book Good and Cheap, a collection of recipes for people with limited incomes. Downloadable free as a PDF from Leanne’s website, the book teaches people how they can create healthy, balanced meals for as little as USD $4 a day. The enticing recipes range from Broccoli Apple Salad to Cauliflower Tacos and Potato and Kale Rolls. @ leannebrown.ca

TO MAKE

Preheat oven to 180°C.

BACKYARD BEES

by Doug Purdie.

Published by Murdoch Books.

Photographed by Cath Muscat.

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Place macadamia nuts on a baking tray lined with baking paper and roast for eight to ten minutes, until golden.

INGREDIENTS

Place honey in a medium saucepan and bring to the boil. Simmer until caramelised, then add nuts and quickly stir through. Add the butter and stir over low heat until combined. Season with the sea salt.

500 g macadamia nuts 100 g honey 50 g butter, diced 2 teaspoons sea salt flakes

Pour onto the lined baking tray, scraping out the saucepan with a spatula. Smooth into a flat layer and leave to cool.

SERVES 10

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WHAT IS INSPIRING US THIS MONTH? – – “NATURE IS PAINTING FOR US, DAY AFTER DAY, PICTURES OF INFINITE BEAUTY – IF ONLY WE HAVE THE EYES TO SEE THEM.” – JOHN RUSKIN

DELICATE BEAUTY QUEENSLAND ART GALLERY

Muted colours, softly textured subjects and beautiful scenes combine in the work of Sam Fullbrook. The curated collection Sam Fullbrook: Delicate Beauty, exhibited

by Queensland Art Gallery, shines a light on the gifted tonalist and colourist’s life’s work, all of which retains a timeless

elegance. During his life, the painter won admiration from art acolytes, critics and fellow artists, establishing a place as one of Australia’s most significant post-war painters. The exhibition features some of Sam’s best pieces, including Ernestine Hill.

UNTIL AUGUST 10

MORETON ISLAND MUSEUM OF BRISBANE

While a cool breeze shifts sand across the bay and sun hits the rusted wrecks that peek out above the sea, an artist stands over his canvas zealously brushing thick layers of paint. In the open air, Euan MacLeod takes in his surrounds – admiring the coastal bushlands, the softly crashing waves on the nearby shoreline, and the people and animals that make their way across the landscape – recreating Moreton Island as he sees it. Evoking the diverse topography of the island, Euan prompts viewers to experience the restlessness of his subjects. His focus, the audience sees, is on the vulnerability of the figures that interact within these wide-open scapes. Images of the beach as an unintentional highway, with cars following the coastline, are also evident in Euan’s works, presenting a contrast between the machines and their natural backdrop.

UNTIL OCTOBER 12 ABOVE: EUAN MACLEOD, MORETON ISLAND SAND DUNE, 2013, IMAGE COURTESY OF MUSEUM OF BRISBANE. TOP RIGHT: SAM FULLBROOK, MT COOROY WITH BUNYA PINES, 1966–67, IMAGE COURTESY OF QAGOMA. BOTTOM RIGHT: IAN DE RAAT, MACAW IN FLIGHT, IMAGE COURTESY OF LETHBRIDGE GALLERY.

IAN DE RAAT & JOHN MORRIS LETHBRIDGE GALLERY

Joining together a collection of paintings

by Ian de Raat, entitled For the Birds, with an assemblage of wood carvings by John Morris, entitled With My Little Eye, Lethbridge Gallery will present a double exhibition. With pieces that challenge common societal values, Ian has drawn

inspiration and oil-painting techniques from the classical Flemish still-life painters.

John’s pieces feature his intricate carvings and works that incorporate found objects, alongside the piece ‘Eye of the Beholders’ created with artist Terry Martin.

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GLOBAL DREAMER

DANIIL SIMKIN

PRINCIPAL DANCER, RUSSIA AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE

simk.in –– Daniil Simkin will treat audiences to his breathtaking talent on stage with the American Ballet Theatre during its exclusive Brisbane season from August 8 to September 4. age 26. born Novosibirsk, Russia. performance that first made your world come alive This is hard to

DESPONDENT // ARTWORKS

pinpoint, as both of my parents were ballet dancers and I grew up backstage. It was normal for me to be backstage and see my parents performing. Just another day at the office. describe yourself in ten words Tired, hurt, happy, complex, young-looking, old-thinking, driven, determined, planned, fulfilled. gets

It’s often the moodiest musicians, the writers who reach the darkest corners of their minds, and the most downbeaten artists who create works that stand the test of time. In the year that marks 500 since Albrecht Dürer engraved Melencolia I, UQ Art Museum will display internationally renowned works by artists including Francisco Goya, alongside Australian artists including Rick Amor and Tracey Moffat, in an event aimed at exploring melancholy in art from the past 500 years. Five Centuries of Melancholia will open August 30. @ artmuseum.uq.edu.au

ETHEREAL // SYMPHONY

you out of bed in the morning

A triple latte from my Nespresso machine and a couple of stretches of my ankles and back. last thing that made you smile The personality of my parents’ cat, Basil. As a complete opposite to his sister, he’s a warm and inviting presence and can’t seem to get enough love. idea of complete happiness Being at peace with myself. Evenness. A slow heartbeat. tell me about passion Passion is the combination of extreme emotion and action. Not everyone is able to show it. Passion is fleeting and, when it endures over time, it transforms into grit. I work towards having grit. biggest inspiration My parents. world you imagine A world where ‘how’ is more important than the ‘what’ or ‘who’. words of wisdom Work hard and smart.

An orchestra and a choir are two assemblages typically kept apart on stage, but when audiences take their seat in QPAC’s Concert Hall on August 9, unanticipated voices will arise from between the musicians of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Ghosts in the Orchestra is breaking down traditional performance barriers to present Brisbane composer Gordon Hamilton’s new work.

Individual choristers, or ghosts, will be concealed throughout the orchestra during the novel performance, and a free preconcert talk with Gordon will take place from 7:00 pm. @ qso.com.au

IMAGE COURTESY OF NYC DANCE PROJECT

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ENTRANCING // STORIES Some films have the power to captivate and influence an audience, lingering in the minds of viewers for years to come. For ten years, the AICE Israeli Film Festival has presented festivalgoers with the most challenging, engaging and acclaimed films to come out of Israel. From August 20–27, a series of informative and entertaining documentaries will be screened alongside imaginative dramas and uproarious comedy works, with stories that will remain long after the festival wraps up for another year. Palace Cinemas will host the week-long celebration when it opens in Brisbane. @ aice.com.au

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Guillaume Rondelet, a French anatomist in the 16th century, possessed a true fondness for fish, mammals and invertebrates of the ocean. His illustrated tome from 1554 is regarded as the beginning of modern ichthyology, the study of fish, and its pages are filled with illustrations documenting marine life. Curiously, the Rondelet book also depicts some comical creatures, including a half-man lifeform labelled the Sea Monk.

The printed work of Rondelet can be viewed at Queensland Museum as part of its Deep Oceans exhibition. @ qm.qld.gov.au

mood BY MIKKI BRAMMER

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ASGEIR

BRUNO LETORT

LARRY YOUNG

LEWIS WATSON

IN THE SILENCE

FABLES ÉLECTRIQUES

UNITY

THE MORNING

BY POD, 2014

BY MUSICUBE, 2013

BY BLUE NOTE, 1966

BY WARNER MUSIC, 2014

Those who were experiencing Bon Iver withdrawals after the singer’s relative absence from the music scene in the past few years have managed to fill the void with the work of another soulful, bearded contender: Ásgeir Trausti. Performing mononymically under his first name, the Icelandic singer-songwriter’s melodic folk sound has already won over his home country (it’s estimated that one in ten Icelanders own his first album). In the Silence is his second offering (the first in English) and is based on Icelandic lyrics written by Ásgeir’s father.

You’ll get the feeling that something unseemly is afoot when listening to the work of French composer Bruno Letort. His album Fables Électriques (Electric Fables) writes an eerie sonic narrative that seems perfectly fitting to a delightfully twisted movie thriller. Trained in both composition and harmony, Bruno is known for his disregard for stylistic boundaries, incorporating orchestral pieces, interactive opera and string quartets with ambient and electronic music.

If you’re in the mood for something nefarious, Fables Électriques might be your perfect soundtrack.

There’s a concept in music known as ‘the pocket’, when a group of musicians achieves a perfect synergy while playing together. It was this notion that inspired the title for jazz organist Larry Young’s 1966 release, Unity. Though filled with plenty of improvisation, the album is so tightly performed by its four contributors (led by Larry on his Hammond B-3 organ) that, almost 50 years later, it’s still consistently named among the best albums in jazz. Included is the composition ‘The Moontrane’, which is dedicated to saxophonist, John Coltrane.

When people start tattooing your lyrics on their bodies, it’s a sure sign that your music is making an impact. After teaching himself to play the guitar he was given for his 16th birthday, British singersongwriter Lewis Watson started uploading videos to YouTube of himself singing other people’s songs.

He soon gathered an avid following and naturally began crafting his own music. Mid-2014, and several EPs later, he has just released his debut album, The Morning, featuring many of those songs that have inspired tattoos over the years.

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BOOKS SUPPLIED BY MARY RYAN’S BOOKSHOP, MILTON

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AMAZING BODY FACTS AND TRIVIA

THE FOLIAGE GARDEN: LEAF TEXTURE AND TONE

SALT: THE ESSENTIAL MINERAL & ITS MEDICINAL BENEFITS

100 BEADED FLOWERS, CHARMS & TRINKETS

BY JACK CHALLONER

BY DENISE GREIG

BY MARGARET BRIGGS

BY AMANDA HINSON

This ‘illustrated treasury of facts and trivia, curiosities, myths and anecdotes.’ is certainly that. Some of its information includes the fact that ten million of your cells will die while you read this sentence.

You’ll also learn that one human cell contains 1.4 GB of data in its DNA and that the funny-bone is not funny – it’s a nerve. Your top vertebrae supports your head and is named the ‘atlas’. A baby girl has about 60,000 immature eggs in her ovaries. Rote learning exercises your brain. Discover even more quirky facts within this book.

Green is the cover and green is the message. Here you’ll see gardens without flowers, relying solely on foliage to create the beauty we seek from our everyday lives – grasses, ferns, palms, succulents and herbs all contribute to the harmony of welldesigned spaces. Starting with its introductory chapters, more than 300 pages follow – with illustrations of diverse plants arranged in alphabetical order. Unusual plants, such as the Dragon Plant, mix with commons like Crotons to give a comprehensive survey of plants you could use, without flowers.

That white granular substance, sodium chloride NaCl in chemists’ terms, has been a staple added to meals for thousands of years.

Initially sourced from small deposits, from ancient seas scattered about habitable land, salt is now commercially produced – mainly via the evaporation of seawater. Sodium and potassium are essential for the maintenance of healthy cells, yet excess can create problems. Margaret covers the influence of these crystals on our bodies, our society, our environment and our lives. This is a readable book on a worthy subject.

From African women with their necks swathed in beaded necklaces, to Nefertiti with her intricate collars, beaders have long loved the colour and texture of these tiny spheres.

Endless creations have worked their way into Western society and Amanda shows readers how to make cakes, fruit, souvenirs, animals and more. The author presents a guided tour of more than 60 patterns, along with the materials needed for each. This is a good primer for children and adults alike, introducing this fascinating art form to the novice.

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DAVID PAGE There’s a magic that happens when two creative minds connect to produce an artistic vision – a vision that can result only from synergy rather than individual effort. That magic is what David Page and his brother Stephen have been achieving for more than 20 years at Bangarra Dance Company. Drawing upon the rich storytelling tradition that was passed down to them as descendants of the Nunkul people and the Munaldjali clan of the Yugambeh tribe of Southeast Queensland, David composes ethereal scores to synthesise perfectly with Stephen’s choreography. Their magic will soon come alive again on the QPAC stage with Bangarra’s latest work Patyegarang, from August 15–23.

I grew up … in Mount Gravatt East.

We used to call it ‘The Bronx of Brisbane’ – it was a housing commission, a very streetwise place with a very close-knit community. We lived in a four-bedroom house with 12 kids – I’m number eight.

There was always something happening … in our family, even though Mum and Dad didn’t have much money. We were very close and they were amazing teachers and nurturers.

They let us know that there was a world out there and they always encouraged us with music and art. Music was always around us when we were little because Dad played guitar and Mum’s sister played piano, and we were always surrounded by singers.

Music was kind of a bandaid … of what was going on back in those times in the late sixties and early seventies. Mum and Dad found it really hard to make sure we were happy and that we had a future.

There were times when we weren’t able to pay the electricity bill or didn’t have enough food in the house or Dad was put off – he had to struggle with being an Aboriginal man back in those times and the discrimination was a lot of pressure. So we learnt about that as well, and Stephen and I apply that to today in how we manage Bangarra Dance Company and what it’s about and what the stories are.

A few of my sisters … were groupies.

I met The Commodores and The

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Temptations – all the black American groups who used to come to Brisbane.

My sisters would go to all the concerts and end up meeting them afterwards and going to the party. Mum used to make them take me just to make sure they’d come home. They were so cool and they had the afros and used to watch Soul Train – it was all contemporary music.

Mum and Dad used to give us the old contemporary music, so even though we had our Aboriginal culture, they always lived for what was happening now and what was going to come in the future.

I was a child star … when I was about 12 or 13. It was a two-and-a-half, threeyear career for me. I recorded two topten Australian singles back in 1975 and I was the only Australian artist who was signed to the Atlantic label – I was up there with Aretha Franklin, my idol, and with Otis Redding and Roberta Flack. I was just this little black Aboriginal boy! I went on Paul Hogan’s show and Countdown and it was this fast and furious child stardom production thing that just took off. And it was all from my sisters entering me in a talent quest at the Sunnybank Hotel in Brisbane – I won it and some talent scout saw me. That was my first job as a musician, but then my voice broke and I went and worked concreting with Dad for a while and became a window dresser, before I went and studied music seriously when I was about 19.

My brother Stephen is a huge inspiration … especially for dance.

He’ll come up and just look at me and say ‘I’ve got this amazing story’. Then he’ll trigger me and I will go off and start writing. He plants the seeds and then my imagination will go wild. Sometimes in my mind I see the whole production, or a section I’m working on, from beginning to end as a production on stage. It’s that gift that we nurture – that trust and respect.

It’s really quite magical and it’s almost like a high.

It’s one thing … to have someone sing your song, but when you see someone dance to your music, it’s so amazing.

Everyone loves music … It’s the language of the world.

I consider myself successful … in the sense of respect. I think success comes with how you respect yourself and how you respect your art.

Greed can ... really destroy your soul in whatever you take in your life. It’s about the amount you take and how much you embrace.

My peace is … within me. When people ask me if I believe in God, I say that I do, but I believe in my God. I don’t quite get what certain people think God is and how they paint that picture because I think God is a feeling – God is within.

I find peace with that. And as you get older, you realise that you surround yourself with good people and they bring you peace.

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EILEEN ATKINS

BRENTON THWAITES

HAILEE STEINFELD

DIRECTED BY WOODY ALLEN

DIRECTED BY PHILLIP NOYCE

DIRECTED BY JOHN CARNEY

Some people are serial overachievers – the people whose skills are many and homes are full of cabinets with trophies, ribbons and certificates.

If you entered the pool room of Eileen Atkins’s home, you might catch a glimpse of her many major acting awards, including a BAFTA, an Emmy and three Olivier Awards. The acclaimed actress is also an accomplished screenwriter and has been working on stage, in film and on television since 1953. Working with fellow prolific creative Woody Allen to bring Magic in the Moonlight to life, Eileen fills the role of Vanessa in the new romantic comedy. The 1920s-set film takes place on the French Riviera and sees Eileen joined by fellow English actor Colin Firth, as well as Emma Stone.

Having earned his stripes in the fictional town of Summer Bay on the set of Home and Away, Cairnsborn Brenton Thwaites is no stranger to the seaside lifestyle. After leaving the bay, the talented actor was elected to play the male lead in a remake of the 1980s film Blue Lagoon. Finally stepping away from his beach-based roles, Brenton then joined Angelina Jolie in the cast of Maleficent, in the part of Prince Phillip. In the 2014 film The Giver, Brenton takes on the role of Jonas – a young man who is chosen to become the ‘Receiver of Memories’ in his town. As the chosen receiver, Jonas must learn about the true pain and pleasure of the world. In the film, Brenton appears on the big screen alongside Meryl Streep, Katie Holmes and Jeff Bridges.

For many, memories of life as an eight-year-old conjures thoughts of sunlit days in the schoolyard and weekends spent climbing trees. Yet at only eight years of age, Hailee Steinfeld had already established herself as a professional actor, carving out the path toward her blossoming film career.

While being home-schooled, Hailee spent much of her early teens earning the attention of casting directors – and was chosen out of 15,000 girls to play the role of Mattie Ross in the Coen brothers’ 2010 western film, True Grit. Now, still only 17, Hailee stars as Violet alongside Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo in Begin Again, the story of a collaboration between a disgraced music business man and an aspiring singer-songwriter.

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BRISBANE WRITERS FESTIVAL

BOB DYLAN

I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS

THE ASTON SHUFFLE

AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

AT BCEC

AT BILLE BROWN STUDIO

AT THE ZOO

Occupying many niches across Brisbane, including the State Library of Queensland, the Brisbane Writers Festival is an annual celebration of the written word. Encompassing many genres and styles of writing, the festival gives readers the chance to share their love of literature with fellow bookworms, and hear talks from some of the brightest authors and thinkers from around the world. Eat, drink, listen and learn as the festival presents fascinating discussions, debates, concerts and talks for readers. brisbanewritersfestival.com.au

In the year of his 73rd birthday, the lauded musician responsible for more than 50 album releases and a career that spans six decades will entertain fans at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.

With his band in tow, Bob Dylan will perform his signature brand of folk-meets-blues tunes, with songs plucked from his extensive catalogue of hits. As the singer-songwriter tours the nation, concertgoers can expect to hear such songs as ‘Tangled up in Blue’, ‘Subterranean Homesick Blues’ and ‘Highway 51’. bcec.com.au

Social media is testament to the inquisitive tendencies of human beings and their want to know more about what others are doing. Offering curious folk the chance to learn about the love lives of complete strangers, QTC’s I Want To Know What Love Is is based on the experiences of those who’ve been in love and have submitted their accounts via a specially created website (wewantyourlove.com). As part of Brisbane Festival, the production will present a theatrical work employing these tales of love and heartbreak. qldtheatreco.com.au

When you’re thinking about the cultural centres of the world, and the destinations where music is superlative, Australia’s capital city might not be the first to enter your mind. But it was in Canberra that DJs and electronic-music producers Mikah Freeman and Vance Musgrove banded together, and there that The Aston Shuffle took shape. Touring the country during August, the dance duo will share tracks from its sophomore album, which include ‘Tear it Down’, ‘No Place Like Home’ and ‘Back & Forth’. thezoo.com.au

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›I became a performer because ... I felt as if I had to. ›My creativity comes from ... a little slice of innocent pie that I reserve and protect in my mind.

›I ‘fuel’ my creativity by ... listening to music, reading books and paying attention to the real stories that are going on around me.

›I love my job because ... it is something that I do naturally, and I do it all the

time. I have so much fun, so to me it seems quite crazy that people are actually paying me to do it. After 17 years of being a professional musician, I keep thinking that someone is going to find out and say, ‘Hey, stop him, he’s having way too much fun’! ›Through my work, I would like to ... teach people how to come up with ideas out of nothing. From the outside, there is this myth that you sit under the apple tree and lightning strikes, giving you the greatest idea of all time. I have no doubt that, for some, that does happen, but often people get stuck when they have to come up with more than one idea. I would love to be able to teach people how to create something out of nothing.

›Favourite author: Haruki Murakami ›Director who inspires me: Wes Anderson ›Favourite actor: Harrison Ford ›Most played on my iPod: ‘Moondance’ by Van Morrison ›Performer I love: Freddie Mercury ›Artist I most admire: Sydney Nolan be the change you want to see in the world map magazine

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WARSAN SHIRE

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CHRISTIAN BÖK (CANADA)

CYRIL WONG (SINGAPORE)

MARC NAIR (SINGAPORE)

JUDITH BEVERIDGE (NSW)

LIONEL FOGARTY (QLD)

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HOT MODERNISM until october 12 AT SLQ

COUNTRY

Those taking leisurely Sunday drives through Brisbane and many of its surrounding suburbs are likely to happen across the distinctive mid-century houses, residential buildings and commercial structures. In an exhibition at the State Library of Queensland entitled Hot Modernism: building modern Queensland 1945–75, the striking architecture of mid-20thcentury Queensland will be celebrated. Visitors can meander through the collection of modernist art and architecture.

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BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Hear live country music performed in the Redlands.

IMAGE COURTESY OF GOMA

AUGUST 8–10 AT KINDILAN

NEEDLEPOINTS OF LIGHT

CONVENTION

POETRY august 29 AT JUDITH WRIGHT CENTRE The art of poetry sees humble words stitched into unique patterns, rhythmic lilts and novel shapes. When the Queensland Poetry Festival begins, original poems will be sewn together by each of the speakers at its opening event, Needlepoints of Light. The poetry of 2014 Arts Queensland poet in residence Warsan Shire, Singaporean poet Cyril Wong and local writer Sarah Holland-Batt will be spoken to the beats of The Bell Divers and McKisko.

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Family fun abounds at the Royal Queensland Show.

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HANGA: MODERN JAPANESE PRINTS from august 16 AT QAG

AUGUST

From a place where the time-tested traditions of old contrast with the innovative technologies of more recent times comes a collection of artworks that reflect this unique juxtaposition. Exhibiting more than 60 exceptional Japanese works from the Queensland Art Gallery’s collection, Hanga: Modern Japanese Prints highlights the subtle textures and sophisticated designs of a wide assortment of works from renowned Japanese printmakers.

8–17 AT RNA SHOWGROUNDS PERFORMANCE

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BRISBANE FRINGE FESTIVAL

Brisbane’s artistic community shares

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SHORT+SWEET FESTIVAL from august 21–30 AT BRISBANE POWERHOUSE

When a large gathering of talented people assembles to collaborate on new theatrical works, creative opportunity abounds. Returning to Brisbane Powerhouse, Short + Sweet Festival will bring together writers, directors, actors, independent theatre companies and cabaret artists. The creative teams will, together, present more than 40 new works and each piece must run for ten minutes or fewer – allowing audiences to view a diverse assortment of theatre.

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Join us as bestselling US author and philanthropist Dave Eggers opens the Festival, sharing his passion for the power of the written word to inspire and change.

Many writers, having written a first best-seller, might see it as a nice way to start a career.

He started a movement instead.

Thursday 4 September, Maiwar Green, State Library of Queensland 7.30pm $25-$35

LITERARY VAUDEVILLE SHOW FEATURING DAVE EGGERS A witty & dazzling literary cabaret at Brisbane Powerhouse featuring an incendiary international line-up including Dave Eggers, Warsan Shire, Willy Vlautin, Hinemoana Baker, Simon Armitage and many more!

Presented in partnership with The Wheeler Centre and McCullough Robertson Friday 5 September Brisbane Powerhouse 8-9.30pm $25-$30

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LE NOIR until august 17 AT QPAC

KIDS

As an acrobat twists and turns before an audience, suspended high above the circus stage, the eyes of each spectator remain locked on the performer, while a curiosity regarding what will happen next hangs in the air. Featuring 20 of the best circus performers from around the world, Le Noir presents first-rate acrobats, specialty acts and comedians who have joined to share a dramatic and enthralling circus experience at QPAC.

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THE GRUFFALO

See the fun performance based on the children’s story book.

AUGUST 26–30 AT

MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL

GARDENS

FASHION from august 24–29 AT CITY HALL Inside the historic surrounds of Brisbane City Hall, many of the city’s best-dressed residents will don their finest threads and congregate to see the latest in local fashions showcased as part of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane.

During the celebration, designers including Ted Baker, Talulah, Pistols at Dawn and Akira, amongst many others, will present fresh spring/summer collections – coinciding with the release of the new pieces to Brisbane’s stores.

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QUEEN & ADAM LAMBERT

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MYTHBUSTERS from august 30–31 AT BCEC

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Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage have spent a decade bringing their explosive scientific experiments into the living rooms of Australian homes. For the first time, the pair will be bring its groundbreaking antics to Australia as part of the MythBusters: Behind the Myths tour, which will bring all the action of the television series to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Audience members will also be invited on stage to assist with mythbusting activities.

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Amid the charming old shopfronts and tranquil natural surrounds of tree-lined Bangalow, the sounds of classical music will fill the air, when the Bangalow Music Festival rolls into town. International soloists from the USA, Singapore, Germany, and Israel will be joined by Australia’s talented Southern Cross Soloists chamber music ensemble during the festival, which will span two days and showcase jazz, classical and contemporary chamber music.

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OMAHA, NEBRASKA

Often the go-to reference to describe a place that’s in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by cornfields, that no one in their right mind would go to, Nebraska is rarely included on the travel itineraries of anyone who doesn’t have a reason to be visiting. But thanks to an influx of companies establishing footholds in the state – which equates to the geographical bull’s eye of the USA – including PayPal and TD Ameritrade (Google is also across the border in Council Bluffs, Iowa), a new generation of young, hip inhabitants is making the city of Omaha home.

The landscape that ambles past the train window is unyieldingly flat. So flat that I’m almost willing it to provide even a skerrick of topographical variation.

The California Zephyr, the whimsically named train that I’m aboard, chugs towards the sunrise, which is lazily spreading its morning glow across the golden fields that hem the tracks. Sporadic, lone houses soon turn into rows, then into neighbourhoods, and soon enough the train is pulling to a lethargic halt in downtown Omaha.

Standing basically at the centre of the United States, I’m overwhelmed by the notion of just how far we are from the ocean. Having always lived within a few hours’ drive of the coast, I find it hard to fathom that I could drive for days in any direction and still see no sign of the coast. I overhear someone getting off the train behind me mention that they’re heading to the beach for the day and I wonder to myself how that could be possible. It turns out that, in Nebraska, spending the day on the side of a lake qualifies as a beach trip.

I see my friend waiting for me on the platform, which, in truth, is really just a carpark. The train station itself is a tiny affair, sitting like a square Monopoly house just in front of the tracks. The California Zephyr passes through here twice a day – early in the morning and late at night – on its way to and from Chicago and San Francisco. Aside from that, the diminutive

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station stays dormant all day – a sign that Omaha isn’t often inundated with visitors.

And from the sea of red-and-white attire (the colours of Nebraska’s beloved college football team, the Huskers), I gather that I’m one of the few getting off the train who aren’t returning home.

I’m soon made to feel like a local, however, for as soon as we get into the car, my friend hands me a bright red Huskers sweatshirt. We’re headed to a game tomorrow and she doesn’t want me being the only one not wearing the local team’s colours (to say football is huge here is being modest – on game day, the stadium in the capital city, Lincoln, has a population equivalent to the third most populous city in Nebraska).

Since it’s early in the morning, we head to Omaha’s Old Market for breakfast.

Situated downtown, the Old Market comprises glorious, ageing redbrick buildings, many of which are remnants from the city’s early settlers. Back in the mid-19th century, Nebraska was right on the frontier of the Wild West, having only recently been taken over from Indian Territory. With cobblestoned streets still intact in the Old Market, it’s not hard to close your eyes and imagine hearing the clatter of horse hooves and the grating of wagon wheels trundling by. These days the buildings are home to stellar restaurants, tiny bars, charming boutiques and vintage stores of all varieties – books, clothing, vinyl, toys, memorabilia (and

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cowboy hats, of which I try on my very first) – meaning you could spend the entire day eating, shopping and digging through treasures and consider it well spent. Omaha’s epicurean scene has recently spread to the emerging hipster neighbourhoods of Benson and Dundee, where a fledgling specialty coffee scene has also blossomed in what once was considered an espresso dearth.

Having explored the city’s various creative pockets, later in the day we set off driving through the Nebraskan countryside. With the afternoon sun in full force, we continue for what seems like hours with still not a hill in sight. Stalks of corn cluster together tightly in fields, standing tall as if to live up to their emblematic significance in Nebraska, known as the Cornhusker state.

Picturesque red barns with white awnings loom in the middle of fields, surrounded by perfectly rolled bales of hay.

Cows loiter nearby, while a mare canters regally across a field, her shining mane undulating with each graceful step. Rusting farm equipment, awash in reddish browns and weathered greens, lies in eternal rest on the side of fields, basking in the sunshine as if being rewarded for a lifetime of hard toil. We pass through a tiny one-street town, and I notice that the fields are becoming increasingly verdant. And then it appears – the elusive landscape I’ve been seeking all day. As if out of nowhere, green hills begin to grow.

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