Country Catalogue 20.11.2014

Lifestyle & shopping news for Central & Western NSW

Summer 2014/15

The Big iKi Kim Macrae’s passion for keeping kids fit. PAGE 3 PHOTO: COUNTRY CATALOGUE/TP

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Welcome to our summer edition of Country Catalogue A note from Donna Falconer

HE countdown is now on until Christmas but there is no reason to dread the festive season when you flick through these pages and see what local retailers and service providers have to offer.

Remember how important it is for our region’s future to shop locally – by supporting locals we are building a stronger local future for our children.

The festive season is the perfect time to get together and relax with family and friends but remember it can also be a dangerous time for fires, both bushfires and residential fires that can be caused by overloading power boards with decorations and lights, electrical faults, cooking-related activities and unattended candles.

So as you prepare your home for the busy holiday period, please take a few minutes to think about fire safety. This edition, we chatted to the local rural fire service about ways to keep safe during the season ahead.

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We also looked at the Big IKI and the world record attempt being made for the most people doing an iKi Energiser in multiple locations across the region. iKiFit is an activity which engages the mind, body, heart and imagination and there really is no time like the present to become involved.

The team here at Country Catalogue, Dubbo Photo News and Dubbo Weekender wish all our readers a very Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous new year.

Warm regards, Donna Falconer and the Panscott Media team.

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EXERCISE

SCHOOL GIFTS

Dubbo pioneering fitness education

Five tips for pleasing teachers

By KAITLYN RENNIE HEN it comes to the physical wellbeing of our youth while also teaching them, IkiFit is already breaking records as a sports educator. An actual World Record attempt involving thousands of students from across the region is another rung up the ladder of excellence.

Founder of the modern exercise concept Kim Macrae is trying to create the World Record for ‘the most people doing an iKi Energiser in multiple locations at the same time’ or the ‘BIG iKi’ with the first attempt made on November 5.

And when it comes to this area of knowledge, Kim certainly knows what he is doing. After years of struggling to get students engaged in his high school classroom, he found the answer. “I was a high school teacher and a martial arts instructor,� he explains. “I wanted to come up with something different while introducing people to exercise without it actually being exercise,� he said. iKiFit was born. It is an activity which engages the mind, body, heart and imagination while helping ‘truants become university students, disengaged kids become student leaders and unmotivated workers become great team members.’

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Getting physical: Buninyong Public School, St Johns Primary School and Trangie Central School representatives with iKiFit leader and founder, Kim Macrae.

Since its establishment in 2002, iKiFit has spread to preschools, disability schools, primary and high schools from Sydney to Lightning Ridge, Wagga Wagga, Bourke, Coonabarabran, Brewarrina, Parkes, Condobolin, and everywhere in between. iKiFit has, and continues, to show students and members of the community leadership skills, while participating in active exercise through the modern delivery method of the internet in classrooms across the region. The main mantra of the program is safe, respectful learners. “The ‘safe respectful learners’ are really explaining how to behave appropriately in class,� Kim said. It teaches correct behaviour and to take owner-

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With the World Record now within Kim’s reach, he is hoping to not only get schools involved, but also businesses and organisations. It is perceived that more than 3000 participants in schools, offices, gyms and homes will be doing the same activity at the same time, which Kim hopes to improve annually. “It is accredited training, we have spent a lot of time certifying it and evaluating it. It has lots of proven fitness and education outcomes,� he said, while encouraging more to join in.

To get involved, become a sponsor or learn more, visit the website at www. ikifit.com.au.

WHEN children love their teachers, parents often want to give them a gift at Christmas time as a token of their appreciation. The question is what to give that will please them. Here are a few tips for choosing the perfect gift for a teacher.

1. Decorations and candles are to be avoided. As pretty as they are, you don’t know how a teacher’s house is decorated. So there’s a good chance that your present won’t be suitable or ever used. Even worse, imagine 20 students arriving with a decoration or a scented candle!

2. One mug too many. A mug seems like a good idea at first, but have you thought about all the other parents who had the same idea over the years of this teacher’s career?

3. Chocolate: be careful of allergies.

Chocolate is a good choice because it doesn’t last long and won’t clutter the teacher’s life.

What’s more, it can be shared among friends and family on Christmas Eve. Be sure to choose chocolates that don’t contain traces of peanuts or other nuts, as you never know who has severe nut allergies.

4. Impersonal gifts. Avoid overly personal gifts such as clothing, perfumes, or cosmetics. Opt for an all-purpose type of gift, such as a gift certificate from a bookstore, a bottle of sparkling juice, or a bottle of wine – even if the teacher doesn’t drink, it’s always useful during the holidays.

5. Some well-chosen words. Teachers are sometimes embarrassed at receiving a huge pile of gifts from their students. Some much prefer to receive a card with a message from parents and children expressing appreciation and care. Compliments always give pleasure.

Create a cosy bedroom EVERYONE would love to have a cosy bedroom that promises relaxation and a good sleep. A bedroom should be a soothing space where you can get some well-deserved rest and a peaceful night.

The key to a good bedroom decor is a harmonious blend of materials, colours, patterns, and lighting. Natural wood furniture and flooring with soft area rugs offer a combination of smooth and fluffy textures, which is always easy on the eyes. You could even be daring and add touches of fur, lace, and wool. These materials are unusual, but they give cosy appeal to a room.

Be particularly careful when choosing the furniture, flooring, bedspread, and window coverings; make sure they add warmth to the decor. For example, a padded headboard gives a comfortable look, and cushions and welcoming throws are inviting for a comfy lay-down.

Another great way to add warmth to a room is to use curtains or drapes that fall from ceiling to floor and cover the entire width of the wall.

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Country Catalogue Summer 2014 CHRISTMAS TIPS

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Personalise your Christmas gifts

The game that’s not just for fun

WHY not pamper your loved ones with personalised gifts this Christmas?

Surprise your youngest with a book in which he or she will be the hero or heroine, charm Grandma with a cushion decorated with photos of her grandchildren, or dazzle your wife by giving her some pretty jewellery with a personal touch.

Photos. Use your photo albums to provide personalised gifts, whether they’re meant to be practical, fun, or decorative. You can have photos printed on mouse pads, puzzles, mugs, cushions, aprons, Christmas tree ornaments, pillow cases, pencil cases, towels, bags of all kinds, wall clocks, clothing, coasters, snow globes, playing cards, piggy banks, key chains, and board games. With digital photos, almost anything can be customised.

Jewellery offers many possibilities for personalised gifts. For example, you could offer a ring adorned with the recipient’s birthstone, or a particularly representative pendant. Or, how about a bracelet engraved with a few words that show how much you cherish her.

Personalised books are great gifts for those people who love to read or play at superheroes. All you have to do is provide some information about them, and they became the hero of the story.

This customisation varies from one book to another. It may simply involve giving the hero the recipient’s name or introducing their tastes, abilities, or personality traits throughout the story.

There are books for all ages and all tastes.

It’s up to you to choose between an adventure story, a romance novel, or a cartoon strip; it all depends on what best suits your hero or heroine.

By KAITLYN RENNIE AINTBALL is changing. No longer just a weekend activity in which participants run around and shoot paintfilled balls at one other, the game has now reached the realm of fully-fledged competition sport.

Representatives from all areas of Australia and New Zealand, including Dubbo’s The Players Club (TPC) now battle it out for major prizes and TPC has three teams involved.

Local player and TPC representative Mark Graham explained paintball’s transition from recreational pastime to serious sport.

“Paintball is not just for shooting mates at their buck’s parties or anything,” he pointed out. “It is actually a sport.”

There are several tournaments across NSW, including the upcoming Super Sevens, Total War, and the Ultimate Paintball Series.

Apparently, Australia has been little bit slow in catching on to the paintball as a sport trend.

“It’s a growing sport here in Australia, but huge in Europe and the States,” Mark said.

Although Australia has a few teams that travel to South East Asia for paintball tournaments, individuals from America and Europe fly across the globe to join Australia’s biggest paintball tournament, the Super Sevens, held at Action Paintball in Rouse Hill. Some of the big guns from around the world have now arrived in Sydney to participate in the quarterly event.

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RECIPE

Stuffed breakfast potatoes ARE some of your guests going to stay the night after your Christmas party? Here is a simple and easy recipe that makes a nice change from the traditional eggs and bacon breakfast. Simply adjust the ingredients according to the number of guests and depending on the size of the potatoes. Hint: it’s best to cook the potatoes the day before.

INGREDIENTS (Serves 6) • 6 potatoes (thick-skinned and long and flattish) • 12 slices of cheese, about 30g each (choose a flavourful cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or aged Gouda) • 6 small slices of ham • 12 slices bacon • 6 medium eggs (choose large eggs or extra-large if your potatoes are very big) • 3 green onions, finely chopped • Salt and pepper PREPARATION 1. The day before, wash potatoes and bake at 180°C for about 75 minutes or until tender. Be careful not to pierce skins when checking if they’re cooked. Baking an extra potato just in case is a good idea.

Leave to cool.

2. In the morning, carefully cut top off each potato and remove as much flesh as possible with a spoon. Again, it is important not to tear or puncture skin. The goal is to retain the boat shape of the potatoes in order to stuff them.

3. Preheat the oven to 180°C. 4. Place a slice of ham and cheese in each of the hollowed potatoes.

5. Distribute half of the green onions to the potatoes and gently break an egg into each one. Salt and pepper to taste. Cover egg with another slice of cheese and two slices of bacon, placed lengthwise.

6. Place in oven. Cook about 20 minutes for a well-cooked egg yolk. This is also the time it will take for the bacon to crisp. For a soft yolk, cook about 12 minutes, but the bacon will have to be cooked in a pan for a few minutes first.

7. Top with remaining green onions and serve.

Fire season: NSW Rural Fire Service Orana community safety officer Kennedy Tourle with a copy of the Bushfire Survival Plan, essential reading for landholders this summer. PHOTO: COUNTRY CATALOGUE

SUMMER HAZARD

Fires spark rural warning

By NATALIE HOLMES FTER a spate of grassfires in the region, NSW Rural Fire Service Orana operations officer Laurie Douglas has firmly advised residents to ‘be careful’ this summer.

Warm spring conditions, areas of high fuel density, combined with unpredictable stormy weather and the early harvest season provided a volatile mix, particularly in the rural sector.

“It’s necessary for farmers to be able to look at their own fire safety, the conditions and vehicle maintenance,” Laurie said.

“My advice is be care-

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ful. Have your own firefighting unit set up.

That is so much better.”

Laurie pointed out that many of the firefighters involved in the Rural Fire Service are volunteers who have been busy with their own harvest and fire management activities.

He said it was a good idea for others to do the same.

“I would just like for people to be a little more careful when it comes to maintain and servicing vehicles as is the ability to control a fire on your own,” he said.

For more information about the role of the RFS, visit www.rfs.nsw. gov.au

The bush fire season: THE bush fire season generally commences on October 1 and concludes on March 31.

Prevailing weather conditions associated with the bush fire season in the Orana Bush Fire Management Committee area are north to westerly winds created by consecutive high pressure systems, causing high daytime temperatures.

Such hot winds are usually very dry with low relative humidity, often going below 20 per cent. The Orana Bush Fire Management Committee area has, on average 250 fires per year, of which 10-15 can be considered to be major fires.

The main sources of ignition in the Orana BFMC area are: • Careless acts by individuals • Farm machinery • Campfire escapes • Lightning strikes • Electrical power supply lines • Burning of stolen vehicles • Motor vehicle exhausts systems in contact with vegetation on the side of the road • Escaped controlled permit burns • Arson activity SOURCE: ORANA BUSH FIRE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2011 BUSH FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT PLAN

31 years as booksellers

SUMMER 2014 Catalogue No. 144

So many great books - so many special prices REMEMBRANCE

OUTBACK STATIONS

By Dan McIntosh. A photographic edition of life on the land by the people who live there.

Dan McIntosh started the popular Facebook page Station Photos and the reaction to the book has been so positive. Landscape format. #33439 HB $39.95

SUNSET RIDGE

By Nicole Alexander.

Three brothers from droughtstricken outback Queensland to the trenches of World War I. Now in small format paperback. #12780 Pb JUST $17.95

LIVING LEGENDS

By Sandy Thorne.

This popular author’s latest book is a collection of true stories about extraordinary old-timers.

Meet the cast of remarkable people – men and women of all trades who have lived from the good old days. Fourteen of these have their stories told – veterans from WWII, Vietnam, a bullocky’s off-sider, dairy farmer and many others still firing on all cylinders in their 80s and 90s. #01379 PB JUST $26.95

NED KELLY

By Peter Fitzsimons.

Historians continue to disagree over so many aspects of the life of Ned Kelly. This book relates his life from his early days in Beveridge, Victoria in the mid-1800s to his execution and aftermath. His impact on society of the day prompted the enactment of the Felon’s Apprehension Act which made it possible for anyone to shoot the Kelly gang. A real rebel in the society of the day. #82094 Pb JUST $32.95

By Atkins, Hocking & Millowick.

Thousands of young Australians made the supreme sacrifice for ‘King and Country’ in the Great War. They have earned a special place in the hearts of Australians.

This book records the impacts over the last 100 years, the 100 memorials, and 100 stories of Australians using photos, that preserve these memories. #67503 HB $49.95

TRIUMPH & DEMISE

By Paul Kelly. Recently updated to include a new introduction in response to Julia Gillard’s memoir, it brings the author’s earlier writings on the Rudd-Gillard years up to date. The book details the hopes, achievements and failures for the government from 2007 to2013. The Rudd-Gillard partnership was an effective partnership yet they fell into tension and then hostility under the pressure of politics and policy. Kelly’s central theme is that Australian politics was in crisis mode and unless corrected will diminish Australian lives. #67817 Pb $34.95

SIR HENRY PARKES

The Australian Colossus.

By Stephen DandoCollins. The Father of Federation, Premier of NSW, May 27 1915 brings the 100th anniversary of Sir Henry Parkes – after he died the London Times described him as a ‘colonial colossus.’ He worked in many practical jobs – stone breaker, ironmonger, labourer on the wharves, before trying business and then politics. In time he rose through the social scale, introducing several valuable practices ranging from nursing to rabbit control. Not everybody loved him but he was certainly an effective leader. #57988 Pb $19.95

THE LIFE OF CHARLES DICKENS

By John Gorster. This illustrated edition released 200 years after Dicken’s birth relates the life of an outstanding author of his time. His biography is every bit as interesting as his novels. Large format. #72856 HB 512 pages JUST $29.95

THE LONG PADDOCK

By Andrew Chapman & Tim Lee. Drover lead lives very much governed by the pace of the heards, the seasons, and the feed along the stock routes. The Long Paddock is about taking stock to better pastures or markets and the colour photographs shown relate this movement. Landscape format. #67268 HB JUST $39.95

THE MAKING OF AUSTRALIA

By David Hill. This capable author relates the history of this country from a tiny struggling convict settlement to the remarkable nation it is today.

The book steps through the gradual growth, the expansion, early governors – did you know that William Wentworth, the son of a convict secured Australia’s first elected parliament. Henry Parkes who sought Federation and Edmund Barton our first P.M. An amazing story. #57667 Pb JUST $29.95

SILK ROAD

By Eileen Ormsby. This is the shocking story of the world’s most notorious online drug market. It lay at the heart of porn, guns, assassins and drugs. With a click of the button LSD, heroin, meth, coke, any illegal drug imaginable would wing its way by regular post from dealers ro any user in the world. The book provides insight into the main players and the processes. #14090 Pb $32.95

GALAPAGOS

By Pete Oxford & Graham Watkins.

A book which covers one of the world’s remote islands, it is endorsed by the Charles Darwin Foundation. It includes beautiful photographs of the wildlife and views of one of the most distinctive eco-systems on earth.

A large format presentation, it comprehensively covers the unique environmental health as well as a panoramic look at the struggle for conservations. A beautiful book. #93935 HB JUST $19.95

NED KELLY

This large landscape format book is narrated and illustrated by Monty Wedd (1921-2012).

Wedd spent most of his life as an artist and historian and relates here the life story of Ned Kelly, told from his boyhood to his hanging in Melbourne in 1880. It is very well related in comic strip format which certainly adds to the understanding of the conflict with the society of the time and the attempts to capture him. #53519 HB 150 pages $49.95

HOUSE OF KARLS

By Rd Karl Kruszelnicki.

Favourite popular scientist brings us a new book of scintillating science. Full of fun facts and breakthrough science it will inform, amuse and entertain. #19516 HB JUST $29.95

COUNTRY GARDENS, COUNTRY HOSPITALITY

LATEST EDITION PLANTS OF WESTERN NSW

By Cunningman,Mulham, Milthorpe & Leigh. Back in print, this is the sought after reference on plant life in the “Western Division.” Its reputation as the outstanding reference is widely known. #03634 HB 766 pages JUST $150.00

By Holly Kerr Forsyth.

The author travelled the country, revealing the landscapes that she loves - the mountains, the coastline the wide plains – and visiting gardens of note. From the subtropical and temperate to the alpine and arid regions, this shows the ingenuity of the folk who apply their talents and skills in their gardens. It includes 27 properties, over 60 recipes and stunning photography that captures the warmth and beauty of their surrounds. #68793 HB $34.95

YOU ARE HERE

KIDMAN 1857-1935

By Reid, Bowen & Davey. An outstanding presentation that presents the extraordinary life of Sir Sidney Kidman. Large format. Many references to his holdings in the west of the state – with archival photographs. #00940 HB $89.95 JUST $80.00

By Chris Hadfield. This is a remarkable collection of photos taken from the international space station – which circled the Earth in 92 minutes. A double page spread shows 1,000 square miles of southern Mauritania showing desert, estimated population – zero. Turn the pages and we see coastlines, mountain ranges, rivers. Dramatic scenes show the Nile River in Sudan with dozens of centre pivot irrigation sites. Cities, volcanos, rock formations, inland seas indicating the salt content and green algae levels. Divided into continents, seeing Australia from space is a real education. #78603 HB $39.95

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BY Michael McKernan. This tells of the experiences of Australian men, women and children away from the fighting front, and how they coped during the long war years. The lives of those in cities, country towns, farms, schools, and churches are explored with the experiences, the fear, frustration, anxiety and hope. #63689 HB $34.95

THE DROVER

by Alice Mabin.

A remarkable photographic coverage of the 2013 cattle drive from Winton in Queensland, to Hay NSW. South Australian farmer Tom Brinkworth purchased 18,000 cattle from the AA Co properties in western Queensland. At a time of major drought, the challenge was to bring them south, following the stock routes with the best feed and water available. In five months they moved through Longreach, through Coonamble, Condobolin, Lake Cargelligo to the destination at Uardry. Large landscape format in colour -33 x 29 cm. #18587 JUST $54.95

AFTER THE MUSIC STOPPED

AIRMEN I HAVE MET

By Derrick Rolland.

These are the stories of 16 airmen who have had unique experiences in Australia and overseas. Some started flying in the late 1920s or early 1930s. Twelve of them served in the RAAF during WWII, others in Korea and Vietnam two were POWs. Some flew for airlines, others for mining companies. Well illustrated with photographs. #51200 HB JUST $34.95

AUSTRALIA FOR WOMEN

Edited by Hawthorne & Klein.

This country is a land full of travel opportunities but where can you go to find the things that matter and attract women? This is a guide to the land as well as the culture covering Aboriginal interests, and the other cultures which have emerged over the last 200 years. Apart from cultures, it is a guide to travel and bushwalks from Cape York to Tasmania. #59272 Pn JUST $14.95

By Andrew Chapman.

Here is another stunning collection of photographs – this one shows life around the woolsheds. Every state is represented with photos of those working in involved – farmhands, rouseabouts, classers, cooks, woolgrowers, shearers, pressers – as well as those essential components in the days work such as yards made of all manner of available materials, wool-bale stencils – a well presented collection of the people and things that make shearing run smoothly. #60047 HBJUST $34.95

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By Michael McKernan. During the Second World War that Australians considered that they became more united.

There was nobility and sacrifice and also a period of tension when the threat invasion appeared real. The ‘Yanks were here,’ the hours of work were long and hard, and voluntary labour was given freely. An interesting study. #63696 HB $34.95

ENDURANCE AUSTRALIAN STORIES OF DROUGHT

C E W BEAN WAR TCORRESPONDENT

By Stephen Aracic. This is the autobiography of a young man’s struggle for freedom from Socialist Yugoslavia and how he made a living in the Lightning Ridge opal fields. He writes about the circumstances in Yugoslavia after WWII, growing up on a small farm and after repeated escape attempts, he finally gained refugee status and emigrated to Australia. Moving to the Outback with his young family he achieved success as an opal miner. #83841 Pb $29.95

AMAZING GRACE

By Bill Marsh. Like the flying doctors, bush nurses and the CWA, bush priests play an important part in the lives of people in remote and regional Australia. They are posted to places that they have never heard of to provide spiritual care for communities over areas larger than they could imagine. No matter what their religion they are all committed to helping people in the bush, whatever way they can. They even shear sheep, help with fencing travel hundreds of kilometres to visit parishioners, and provide comfort in time of need. #30544 PB $29.95

NYNGAN ON THE BOGAN

By Nyngan Historical Society. This latest printing covers 1883 – 1983 with an addendum to 1992.

This covers the major flood of 1990. It is a thorough coverage of early settlers, district rural properties, local government, commercial activities, significant events and personalities during that period. B/w photos of industry, people and buildings. #86603 HB $35.00

BATTLER PLUS BATTLER’S BLOCK

By Sandy Thorne. An hilarious collection of stories about life out west of the Darling. #17120 Pb $14.95

BROTHERS IN ARMS

By Ross Coulthart. C E W Bean’s wartime reports and photographs related the Australian soldier and helped give rise to the notion that the Anzac’s achieved nation-defining.

A war correspondent during WWI he often was on the frontline at Gallipoli and the Western Front and saw more combat than most men. Bean saw and wrote a lot more than he was officially allowed to report as official pressure controlled the release of details. #97879 HB JUST $45.00

ILLUSTRATED EDITION I ONCE MET A MAN

BY Deb Anderson. This presents stories of ordinary people grappling with extraordinary circumstances, providing insights into their lives, their experiences with drought and their perceptions of climate change. It begins with the physical impacts, science, politics and economics. The author interviewed several farm families from 2004 to 2007 with stories grouped into survival, uncertainty and adaption. A CSIRO publication. #01201 HB JUST $39.95

DETERMINED

By Alan Blinder. Listed as one of the 10 Best Books of 2013 by the New York Times Review, this analyses the financial crisis, the response and the work need to recover.

Blinder analyses the events of early 2007, causes, the financial implosion following the Lehman bankruptcy, other events and how they all combined to devastate the U.S. and world economies. He also shows what must continue to recover from this crisis. #24481 Pb $24.95

AROUND THE SHEDS

AUSTRALIANS AT HOME WORLD WAR II

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By R M WILLIAMS. The writings of this legendary Australian are reprinted here, now with stunning photography of Central Australia - of the places he travelled as a young man.

The most memorable encounters with characters in the bush are featured and three stories not previously published are included. #99088 HB $39.95

GREAT AUSTRALIAN DROVING STORIES

By Bill ‘Swampy’ Marsh.

Before road trains, trucks and other transports, drovers moved cattle and sheep along the stock routes around the country.

It was an isolated and often difficult life, riding and driving stock, sleeping for weeks in camps along the stock routes in whatever the weather occurred.

Drovers, ringers, duffers and scoundrels all get a mention in these stories from so many part so the country. #22303 Pb JUST $19.95

GOOD MORNING MR SARRA

By Chris Sarra. When the author arrived as the first Aboriginal principal of Cherbourg State School in 1998 it was a time of high hopes but low expectations in Indigenous education. In the next six years he transformed the school into a national success story but not without controversy along the way. It is an inspiring story from the time he was a young boy until his example of leadership is now used in many schools. It means that Indigenous children no longer hope for a better education – they can expect it. #38888 Pb 346 pages $34.95

THE MENZIES ERA

By John Howard. This chronicles the 23 year period from 1942 to 1972 when the Liberal and Country parties held office without interruption winning 7 election in a row. This description by John Howard describes the huge economic growth, social change, the flow of immigrants, manufacturing, agricultural production, and the Vietnam War. It tells of the Labor Party split in 1955 as well as the recovery and election of Gough Whitlam. #96124 HB JUST $49.99

By Ian Minchin. This biography captures the struggles of an Australian family beginning with their immigration from Ireland over 100 years ago. They settled in the Victorian gold fields and their offspring, flush with the benefits of the gold rush era, embarked on the golden trail to Western Australia. When WWI began two brothers enlisted and served on the front. The next generation experienced the Depression and later, two brothers served in WW2. A compelling story of people in rural life and their commitments to their nation. #67307 Pb $24.95

THE HAZELTON STORY

From an Auster to an Airline

By Denis Gregory.

At an early age Max Hazelton showed a keen interest in aeroplanes. He went on to become a qualified mechanic so that when he had his own plane he would maintain it. He learned to fly and old Tiger Moth at Bankstown, gained his licence in 1952 and later purchased his own Auster, VH-AFK. The book tells the amazing story of the Hazelton family’s involvement eventually establishing an airline based at Canowindra. Photos. #15470 HB $45.00

LIFE’S CIRCLE

By Jane Russ. 1898 and a baby girl born was in a humble shack near Tilpa on the Darling River and she grows to become a legend in the area. Her two brothers served on the Front in WWI, one was killed.

When her father died she took on the management of the property experiences the tests of floods and drought. This is her story. It is very well told – relating life in isolation in a remote area, providing detail of feelings of compassion through loss of family, and recording achievements of a woman in extreme circumstances. #37860 Pb 267 pages $30.00

HENRY LAWSON A STRANGER ON THE DARLING

By Robyn Lee Burrows and Alan Barton. Tells of the period when Lawson went to Bourke and beyond, working in the town and on stations as well as humping his bluey to Hungerford and other locations.

Includes eight unpublished poems since Lawson’s lifetime. #21084 Pb JUST $19.95

BONZER: MY UNFORGETTABLE CHILDHOOD

By Sandy Thorne. Here it is.

Popular author Sandy Thorne “spills the beans” about a subject she would know best – her early childhood. #01249 Pb 304 pages $29.95

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LAUGH YER GUTS OUT

By Sandy Thorne. Need a good laugh.

Bush yarns don’t get any better than these. #28001 Pb $14.95

Quality Leather Bound Editions ABRHAM LINCOLN SELECTED WRITINGS

By Carol KelliLangi. Abraham Lincoln (18091865) was the 16th President on the USA and one of the greatest statesmen in American History. This book is a collection of more than 50 speeches, addresses, proclamations and letters that he issued.

The full text of the Gettysburg Address, his inaugural addresses and his famous “House Divided” speech are included. Leather bound. #47713 $39.95

ILIAD & THE ODYSSEY

By Homer.

Homer’s two epics of 8th and 9th century B.C. Iliad tells of the siege of Troy by the Greeks, an unforgettable tale of nations at war and of the courage and compassion heroic soldiers show on the field of battle, The Odyssey is the story of the Greek hero Odysseus. Samuel Butler’s translations are used. Leather Bound Classic #45382 JUST $39.95

DRACULA & OTHER HORROR CLASSICS

TALES OF MYSTERY & IMMAGINATION CALL OF THE WILD

By Jack London. Leather bound edition #44682 HB $29.95

ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES

By Arthur Conan Doyle. One of fiction’s greatest detectives, this collects seven of Sherlock Holmes’ most challenging cases.

Leatherbound. #48109 HB JUST $29.95

ILLUSTRATED CHILDRENS BIBLE

By Henry Sherman. #41919 HB $35.00

BRONTE SISTERS

By Charlotte Bronte. #37202 HB $39.95

HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN COMPLETE FAIRY TALES

By Edgar Allan Poe. #37387 HB JUST $39.95

AESOP’S ILLUSTRATED FABLES

By Aesop Leather bound classic. #44835 HB $35.00

THE REPUBLIC & THE DIALOGUES

By Plato - Leather Bound Classic #46181 HB $39.95

Leather bound edition. #42145 HB $35.00

HOLY BIBLE KING JAMES VERSION.

By Bram Stoker.

Leather bound edition. #42817 HB $39.95

GRIMMS COMPLETE FAIRY TALES

By Jacob Grimm. Leather bound edition #41865 HB $39.95

Leather bound edition #25391 HB $39.95

GRAY’S ANATOMY PRIDE & PREJUDICE

By Jane Austen. Leather bound edition #27449 HB $29.95

By Henry Gray. The classic introduction to human anatomy. Leather bound edition. #14937 HB $39.95

ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN And Other Novels

By Mark Twain. Leather bound classic. #37196 HB $35.00

ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND & OTHER STORIES

By Lewis Carrol. Leather bound edition #22949 HB $39.95

COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Leatherbound edition. #03328 HB $39.95

THE DIVINE COMEDY

By Dante. Leather bound edition. #03849 HB $35.00

ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER

By Mark Twain. Leatherbound classic. #136151 HB $29.95

FAIRY TALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

By Andrew Lang. Leather bound edition #44828 HB $39.95

JANE AUSTEN: THE COMPLETE NOVELS Seven novels – leather bound edition. #03931 HB $39.95

INVENTIONS RESEARCHES & WRITINGS OF NIKOLA TESLA

This is a definitive work of the pioneering work of one of the modern world’s most ground-breaking inventors. During the early 20th century Tesla blazed the trail that electrical technology would follow for decades.

He pioneered inventions like alternating current, radio wireless transmission, and X-rays. Leather Bound Classic #49113 JUST $39.95

LITTLE WOMEN

By Louisa Alcott. Leather bound edition #36137 HB $29.95

JANE EYRE

By Charlotte Bronte Leather bound edition #29740 HB $29.95

PERSUASION

By Jane Austen. Leather bound edition. #27432 HB $29.95

PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY & OTHER WORKS

By Oscar Wilde. Leather bound edition. #39435 HB $39.95

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Good reading

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ADAM SPENCER’S BIG BOOK OF NUMBERS.

From one of Australia’s popular broadcasters, he tells us everything we wanted to know about numbers 1 to 100. In 100 bite sized chapters, mathematician and comedian, Spencer unlocks more of the secrets of the world of numbers. Everything from the ‘fourth dimension’ and why spider moneys have so many bones in their hands, which numbers are narcissistic and so much more. John Cleese said that if this book bores you, you should check into a clinic. #34326 Pb $29.95

THE GREAT PLAINS

BURIAL RITES

By Hannah Kent. A best seeling crime story – a young lady is convicted of a murder in Iceland. #16966 Pb JUST $17.95

CONTENT & MODALILTY

Edited by Thompson & Byrne.

This draws on themes from the philosophy of Robert Stalnaker. Eleven distinguished philosophers have contributed specially written essays on a set of topics much debated in recent years, including physicalism, qualia, semantic competence, conditionals, preoccupations and the relationship between logic

CHINA WITNESS

Voices from a Silent Generation.

BY Zinran. A collection of oral histories that reveals the secret history of 20th century China. Village people, workers of various industries, people old and young relate their lives through the civil war, persecution, invasion, revolution, famine, modernisation, Westernisation – and survived into this century. #80406 HB $14.95

LUCK

By Ed Smith. The author considers what it means and why it matters.

He considers to what extent that we control our own destiny, and can those who have risen to the top really say it was all down to them. Is lucky success somehow less deserving? It traces the history of the concepts of luck and fortune, destiny and fate from the Ancient Greeks to the present day – in religion, in banking, in politics. Smith argues that question of luck versus skill is as pertinent today as it has ever been. #26577 Pb JUST $19.95

CHRISTIANITY

By Linda Woodhead. The author provides an overview of the world’s largest religion, distinguishing three types of Christianity – Church, Biblical and Mystical – and examining their struggles with one another.

She considers Christianity’s relations with worldly power, shedding light on the religion’s continuing evolution. #75345 HB JUST $12.95

AND FIRE FALLS

and metaphysics. #82807 HB JUST $19.95

THE JEWISH PROPHET

By Rabbi Michael Shire.

Collected here are visionary words from Moses and Miriam to Henrietta Szold and A J Heschel. Using illustrations from the British Library this features the words of those Jews who stood up to speak God’s message.

Quotes from 30 prophets and thinkers through the ages to modern day visionaries are included. #18031 HB JUST $24.95

THE FUTURE OF GOD

By Deepak Choppra. The author feels deeply passionate about this subject, about the role of spirituality in today’s world.

While providing a critique of atheism, he offers an empowering message, asking us to re-evaluate how we look at and live with God in our lives. #44151 Pb $32.95

BACCHAE

By Euripides. A bold new translation, this reveals how Medea is betrayed by her husband Jason who has left her for a younger woman. Nut Medea is not a woman to accept such disrespect passively. Strong-willed and fiercely intelligent she turns her energies to working out the greatest and most horrifying revenge possible. #77386 Pb $12.95

CIRCLE TO CIRCLE

BY Peter Watt. This is the latest instalment of the Duffy and Macintosh saga. It is 1942 and the war in the Pacific is on Australia’s doorstep. Family member serve in the forces and the conflicts have far reaching consequences. #14229 Pb JUST$24.75

By Shirley and Brian Rix. The retired policeman from Victoria and his wife set off on his motorbike. For 16 months they rode more than 28,000 kms through 32 countries on five continents.

They rode from the bottom of South America to the Arctic Circle. #08335 Pb $32.95

MAKING THE CAT LAUGH

By Lynne Truss. From the author of ‘Eats, Shoots & Leaves’ come this funny and completely unique diary of life as a modern single woman.

The many issues that a woman who returns to single life after years of cohabitation are detailed in a realistic but humorous manner. #55235 Pb $24.95

PITCAIRN

Island at the Edge of Time

By Susanne Carlsson. Today’s Pitcairners are the direct descendants of the infamous mutinous mutineers on the ‘Bounty’ 200 years ago. Fletcher Christian led the mutineers and their Tahitian paramours to the island where bitter rivalry soon led to bloodshed. But with the help of the Bible they became a pious and productive community lost at the edge of time #28920 Pb JUST $17.95

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NOTHING MAKES YOU FREE

Editied by Melvin Bukiet. This is a collection of writings by descendants of Jewish Holocaust survivors. As it mentions ‘ the second generation will never know what the first generation does in its bones, but what the second generation does know better than anyone else, is the first generation. It collects the brutal realism from an international selection of writers including Art Spiegelman, Peter Singer, Eva Hoffman and Carl Friedman. #50462 HB JUST $16.95

By Nicole Alexander. Her latest bestseller – In Dallas 1886 the Wade family is going from strength to strength, from a thriving newspaper and retail business in Texas to s sprawling sheep station half a world away in Queensland. Yet when Joseph Wade was killed and his young daughter Philomena was abducted by Apache Indians, this all changed. In the 1930s depression and three generations later the answer to what happen to her emerged. #59852 Pb JUST $24.75

OLD TIMERS

By Sandy Thorne. This brings us the life stories of several people from country areas – all of them in more advanced years – and together they provide an insight into what could be considered as “the wisdom of the elders.” #11820 Pb $19.95

THE NIGHT THE MUSIC DIED

CONFESSIONS OF A PEOPLE SMUGGLER

By Dawood Amiri. The author is an ethnic Hazara who as a young man, made the fateful decision to flee the terror being inflicted on his people and to seek asylum in Australia. He arrived in Indonesian in 2010 but was captured when he was about to board a boat headed for Christmas Island.

He escaped detention and began working for people smugglers and raise money for his own passage. He was on an overloaded boat which sank with the loss of 96 lives when en route to Christmas Island. #06091 Pb $24.95

ESSAYS IN LOVE

By Alain de Botton.

This will appeal to those who have ever been in a relationship or confused about love. It charts the progress of a relationship between man and woman from their first kiss to the onset of anxiety and heartbreak.

The work’s genius lies in the way it minutely analyses emotions we’ve all felt but have really understood very well. #35224 Pb JUST $11.95

THE GREAT ZOO OF CHINA

By Matthew Reilly. Popular Australian author writes his first novel centred outside the country. It is the secret of the Chinese government which it has been keeping for 40 years. They have found a species of animal no one believed ever existed. It becomes complicated when they invite VIPs and journalists to the zoo where it is kept. They are assured that nothing can go wrong … but it turns out to be different. #17017 HB JUST $32.95

HELLO AMERICA

By J G Ballard. Following the energy crisis of the late 20th century, America has been abandoned. Now a century later a small group of European explorers returns to the deserted continent. But America is unrecognisable – the Bering Strait has been dammed and the whole continent has become a desert, populated by isolated natives and bizarre remnants of a disintegrated culture. Popular Science author Ballard writes about a very different America. #87031 Pb JUST $10.95

By Ian Heads. How a bunch of Bushies forged Rugby League’s last great fairy tale.

And many local region fellows were involved. #64146 Pb $29.95

THE DAY THE ALIENS CAME

By Bill Hornadge. A science fiction novel, the first part is set in the year 2015 when a small band of aliens in dire distress land at Dubbo airport with the sole aim of imparting their unique knowledge to the universe to our scientists before they expire on their trip to the sun. The second part is set in 2035 when the Earth is embroiled in all sorts of difficulties and a huge army of aliens invade Earth. They intend to correct the problems seen in the structure of life on the planet. #95655 Pb JUST $8.95

HIDDEN HISTORY OF AUSTRALIA

By Bill Hornadge. Twenty six past events not often mentioned are included. There is a chapter on boat people, those who started arriving in 1788. The only American president to actually live here spent time in Kalgoorlie. Closer to home the premises in which the Book Connection is located was once a hotel. Josiah Alfred Goode came to Dubbo in 1856, married a widow Mrs Mary Bruce and used her money to grow businesses, establishing the Exchange Hotel.

Because of challenges to his will, the hotel eventually passed to the Dubbo Base Hospital who later disposed of it. #92594 Pb $16.95

LAST WOMAN HANGED

By Caroline Overington. In January 1889 Louisa Collins became the last woman to be hanged in NSW. The Crown, convinced that she had poisoned both her two husbands, put her on trial an extraordinary four times in order to get a conviction.

Then against a ferocious debate on capital punishment they ordered her hanged. The author examines the original forensic reports to question her guilt. #99729 HB $39.95

THE NARROW ROAD TO THE DEEP NORTH

By Richard Flanagan. August 1943, an Australian surgeon in a Japanese POW camp on the Thai-Burma railway is confronted with a letter that will change his life. Struggling to survive in the prison camp, one man comes of age, prospers, only to discover all that he has lost. #80366 Pb JUST $17.95

HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN SPACESHIP

By Piers Bizony. This takes you on a fun and quirky trip to the forefront of commercial space travel. Read about the latest technology, major business players, and the personal and financial benefits that are ripe for the picking. #95339 Pb JUST $12.95

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Military History AMERICAN SNIPER

By Chris Kyle. This is the autobiography of the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. From 1999 to 2009 he recorded the most career sniper kills and the Pentagon officially confirmed more than 150 of Kyle’s kills.

Iraqi insurgents feared him so much that they placed a bounty on him. A masterful account of his battlefield experiences. #38863 Pb $12.95

BIOGRAPHICAL DICTIONARY OF THE MIDDLE EAST

LENIN’S PRIVATE WAR

By Lesley Chamberlain.

In 1922, Vladimir Lenin drew up a list of some “undesirable intellectuals - mostly philosophers, academics, scientists and journalists - to be deported from the new Soviet state. He wrote to Stalin saying “we are going to cleanse Russia once and for all” - whose job was to oversee their deportation. Two ships sailed from Petrograd that autumn taking Old Russia’s eminent men and their families away to permanent exile in Berlin, Prague and Paris. The author describes the world they left behind and the communities they were forced to join. #27948 Pb JUST $12.95

By Yaacov Shimoni. Arrnaged in A-Z format this contains 500 biographies of personalities who have played a key role including heads of state, party leaders, religious figures, sheiks, revolutionaries, intellectuals and military leaders. #24588 HB JUST $10.95

COMPANION TO THE FRENCH REVOLUTION

By John Paxton. Included are more than 1,000 concise descriptions and definitions of events, people, places, movements and institutions that shaped French history from 1769 to 1804. Very comprehensive – arranged in alphabetical format. #19373 Pb 230 pages JUST $8.95

CLAUSEWITZ A BIOGRPAHY

By Roger Parkinson. In 1792 Carl von Clausewitz accompanied his army veteran father to enter the army garrison at Potsdam as a cadet. He continued, rising through the ranks and just a few years later was involved in conflicts, later being in combat against Napoleon.

He became a respected military theorist with strategies observed through to modern times. #12335 Pb $12.95

By Edward Friedman et al. In an effort to win the hearts of Chinese villages the Communist party created unprecedented turmoil. This demonstrates how over 25 years, power-holders and villagers clashed or combined in attempting to make a social revolution. It was seen as an attempt by a repressive state on villagers trying to block socialism. #54286 Pb JUST $10.95

By Adam Nicholson. The first four earls of Pembroke, their wives and children followed a wealthy glamorous rise from 1520 to 1650. It was a turbulent time in English history with three generations fighting for power that took the country on the road to Civil War. #54317 HB 306 pages $17.95

THE HOLY LAND MYTHS & LEGENDS

THE FALL OF MUSSOLINI

by Philip Morgan. The author writes on Mussoliniís fall from power in July 1943, considered to be one of the dramatic historic events of the 20th century. It is an account of the causes and consequences, showing how the Italians coped with the pressures of wartime living, and how their experiences distanced them from their dictator.

It explains Italy’s post war transition to democracy. #02477 HB JUST $19.95

KHUBILAI KHAN’S LOST FLEET

By Eri Hotta. Considered by one review as the Best Nonfiction Book of the Year, this is an account of the Japanese decision process to attack the USA. There was substantial division in their hierarchy, taking into account the Sino-Japanese War which had continued for years. The characters involved are detailed and the influences that led to their decision to attack Pearl Harbour revealed. #39742 Pb $32.95

By Simon Schama. ‘The words that failed were the words of hope ‘ – but they did not fail at all times and everywhere. This records the history from 1492 to present day, showing the defiance, optimism of tenacious life that extends to music, drams, business, philosophy , poetry and politics. While it gives full weight to the magnitude of disaster that befell the Jews, it is a story of hope vindicated. It embraces a world-wide coverage of the impacts on the Jewish people. #22816 Pb $32.95

ARMS AGAINST FURY

Magnum Photographers in Afghanistan.

Magnum’s photo-journalism steps us through the years since 1959, when it was embroiled in the Cold War. Soviet style communism followed by civil war in 1992.

Taliban militia proclaimed an Islamic emirate. A country where a monarchy existed for 200 years until it collapsed

By Benjamin Hett. In the Eden Dance Palace trial of 1931 in which four Nazi storm troopers stood accused of attempted murder, a lawyer for the prosecution requested the presence of Hitler as a witness. Hitler had been in court before, mostly manipulating circumstances to be of little consequence. But on this occasion Hans Litten grilled Hitler about the accused, revealing the Hitler’s complicity in violent methods and reducing him to a spluttering rage. Litten was an extraordinary figure who deliberately took on cases that brought him into direct conflict with Nazi ambition. He eventually paid the full price when Hitler had him thrown into a concentration camp, where after five horrific years he took his own life. #69885 HB JUST $14.95

By James Delgado. Finally achieving what eluded his grandfather Genghis Khan – the conquest of China – an inheriting the world’s largest navy Khubilai Khan turned his sights on Japan. With the world’s largest navy, the armada attacked in 1274. The Japanese vastly outnumbered prayed to their gods and the next day the Khan’s entire armada was destroyed by a divine wind (kamikaze). When the Khan tried again seven year later, the very same happened . #20775 HB JUST $12.95

By Frank Kitson. This is a military biography of Oliver Cromwell. He was one of England’s most famous soldiers yet his military career did not begin until he was 43. His role in English history is well recorded here. #21855 Pb JUST $10.95

JAPAN 1941

THE STORY OF THE JEWS

By J E Hanauer. The Holy Land is often considered to be a region in which the extraordinary occurrences of Biblical times are related. Over the ages ordinary Moslem, Jewish and Christian people have gathered to share their heritage. This book provides a collection of stories from that tradition as the folklore of the Holy Land. #81988 Pb JUST $9.95

CROSSING HITLER

OLD IRONSIDES

CHINESE VILLAGE SOCIALIST STATE

QUARREL WITH THE KING

in 1973. #42635 HC JUST $19.95

STORY OF BRITAIN & IRELAND

A Definitive Visual Guide.

From the Dorling Kindersley series, this presents the history from the Stone Age of 15,000 years ago to modern days. Using colour photos, diagrams, maps and time lines it steps through the ages in a logical and informative manner, creating a clear view of the growth and establishment of one of the world’s quite spectacular demographic evolutions. #46265 Pb 400 pages $29.95

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THE HONEY & THE FIRES

By Roger Pulvers.

This is a modern retelling of the most powerful stories from the Bible.

Some of the main stories in history are found there including David, Daniel, Esther, Samson, Joshua and Jonah.

The stories capture the initiatives and results of actions taken and making them relevant to our modern days. #17453 HB JUST $9.95

EICHMANN BEFORE JERUSALEM

By Bettina Stangneth.

A total reassessment of the life of Adolf Eichmann. Smuggled out of Europe after the collapse of Germany he managed to live a peaceful life in Argentina for years before his capture by the Mossad. His defence in Jerusalem was well crafted.

This book reveals a chilling portrait of a highly skilled social manipulator, an unrepentant murderer. #23257 Pb $32.95

IN SEARCH OF MY HOMELAND

By Er Tai Gao. As a memoir of a Chinese labour camp this reveals the violation and destruction of humanity in a country which we hear so much of their progressive initiatives and economic progress. In 1957, Er Tai Gao, aged 22 art teacher was identified by Communist Government as “rightist” by the Mao regime. He was sent to the western desert prison where 90% of his fellow prisoners died in just three years. Incarcerated three times over time, he eventually escaped to the USA. #81269 HB JUST $12.95

GALLIPOLI

By Les Carlyon. The author brings an epic tragedy to life, taking us into the trenches to witness the fear, courage and honour of the men who fought there. The struggle for the Dardanelles was dominated by the terrain as much by men and steel. The author walked the ridges and beaches to grasp the challenges that faced troops. A classic reference. #34229 HB JUST $34.95

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The land and nature

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BIGGEST ESTATE ON EARTH

By Bill Gammage.

Early Europeans arriving in Australia often commented that the land looked like a park. With extensive grassy patches and pathways, open woodlands and wildlife, it was likened to a country estate in England. Gammage has reasoned that this was because Aboriginal people managed the land in a systematic and scientific fashion. For ten years he has studied early records of the landscape and discovered a system of land management using fire and the life cycles of native plants to ensure plentiful wildlife and plant foods. These land management strategies from around Australia are revealed. #77483 pb 384 pages $39.95

FARM WARS

BY Colin Uebergang.

With the experience of farming cotton and cereals, the author writes about his efforts to gain recognition of geoponic farming methods of agriculture against the synthesised chemical poisoning of food crops with long term health affecting consequences. He tells what happens on those farms behind the supermarket shelves. He farms near Tara, Qld. #00135 Pb $34.95

THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF AUSTRALIAN DESERTS

AERIAL AGRICULTURE IN AUSTRALIA

By Derrick Polland. This is a history of aircraft being used in agriculture and forestry. It describes the involvement in aerial weed control, and fertilizer spreading, and rainmaking. Involvement in firebombing and other forestry work is included. The models of aircraft involved are also included. #48400 HB JUST $34.95

A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY

By Professor Lance Endersbee. Over three billion people in the world depend on deep groundwater for most of their drinking water. So much of the population in western NSW and Queensland rely on the Australian artesian basin, and that makes this book so relevant. The author explains how the water beneath the Earth’s surface works, using evidence from satellite and ice core science and insights from scholars of the past. Maps and diagrams and graphs support the material which has to make us realise that our understanding of water supplies are in jeopardy. #53019 HB $32.95

SALAD BAR BEEF

NATURAL SHEEP CARE

BY Pat Coleby. The author applies a natural approach to husbandry and health, covering sheep in meat, wool or milk production. Attention is given to breeding for finer wool and meat, land management, treatment of diseases and other health problems. #11907 Pb 215 pages $34.95

THE OWLS OF AUSTRALIA

By Stephen Debus. This is a field guide to Australian night birds. It covers their features, and biology, the look-alikes, frogmouths, their distribution and habits.

Colour and b/w illustrations. #12222 Pb 10 $22.95

REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS OF AUSTRALIA

7th edition by Harold Cogger. A complete guide our rich and varied herpetofauna, including frogs. Turtles, tortoises, lizard and snakes. For each of the 1,218species there is a description, distribution and habits. Each has a distribution map, and in most cases a colour photo of the living animal. Originally published in 1973 this new edition which includes all species described prior October 2013. #00350 HB JUST $130.00

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By Joel Salatin. The key to Salatin’s beef is its taste and here he explains how in a variety of ways this can be achieved. An incisive commentary on herd selection, pasture quality, matching forage supply with animal demand, health and husbandry, and even the quality of hay.

The aim is to produce beef at low cost and sell it at a premium. #368 pages Pb $44.95

SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE

By Dr Arden Anderson. A long term reference for farmers and now reprinted, this discusses important and advanced methods for sustainable farming. It describes a sophisticated, professional farming system designed to enhance biological activity in the soil, provide energy to the crop and build internal resistance to pests and diseases. Gain an understanding of the relationship between chemistry and plant biology, why weeds can tell you about the soil’s fertility needs, and how to produce crops, pasture, turf, landscape of balanced nutritional and mineral content. #11356 Pb 376 pages $45.00

BACKYARD BEEKEEPING

By C N Smithers.

There could well be room for a hive in your backyard and this book guides you through the process.

It is a complete reference for keeping healthy bees, choosing the basic equipment, where to position hives, how to care for the colony and increase its size, the harvesting of honey and wax.

Learn about moving hives, swarm control, and the nectar and pollen flowers that attract bees. Well illustrated. #19196 Pb $19.95

BY Mike Smith.

Considered the first major study on this subject, it studies the largest block of drylands in the southern hemisphere. It collects a wealth of scientific and archaeological data and begins with exploring the late Pleistocene settlement of Australian deserts, the formation of desert societies and the origins of hunter-gatherer societies to the classical 19th century developments. It also studies related conservation, anthropology, economy, ecology, geography and earth sciences. Very comprehensive. #07458 HB JUST $98.00

WORKING SHEEPDOGS

By Tully Williams. Divided into six major sections this covers the instincts of the working dog, breeding, principles of training, methods of training, handling livestock and sheep dog trials. It reveals little known methods for training and handling in the most effective manner.

Well illustrated. #93430 Pb JUST $29.95

By Tony Parsons.This is the product of 65 years of research, breeding and keeping kelpies and covers the role of genetics and selection of breeding stock.

Advice on loyalty and temperament, obedience, commands and developing control is included. Read about preparing the Kelpie for trialling, health and nutrition. Over 250 colour and b/w photos. #73597 HB 704 pages $150.00 JUST $130.00

SUSTAINABLE VEGETABLE PRODUCTION FROM START-UP TO MARKET

By Vedrnon Grubinger.

Sustainable agriculture, integrated crop management and organic farming are all part of efficient commercial vegetable production. This show how to get started, develop markets and achieve efficient production. #17454 Pb JUST $49.95

THE ART & SCIENCE OF SHEPHERDING

Edited by Meuret & Provenza. Herding is an ancient art and inextricably linked to the handing and grazing of livestock.

The authors research the methods of stimulating the appetites of grazing animals, grazing natural pastures and conserving them, herding practices, and working conditions of those handling livestock. #30695 Pb 434 pages $39.95

A New Framework For Decision Making

BY Alan Savory. A most comprehensive and established reference for land holders to manage their agricultural businesses.

It considers the natural science, agronomic and commercial factors in the decision process. #914 pages $49.95

By Butterfield, Bingham and Savory. A support reference for Savory’s text which provides explanations of planning procedures, diagrams and practical step by step guidance for the decision process. #38850 Pb 272 pages $34.95

THE WEATHER MAKERS REEXAMINED

By D Wsteon Allen.

Time Flannery’s best seller comes under the spotlight of climate change as the author examines the so-called science. As time has passed, evidence used to justify claims has been logically challenged and raises many questions about the real agenda of the global warming “science.” #25101 Pb $34.95

ON THE BEAUTY OF SCIENCE THE KELPIE

HOLISTIC MANAGEMENT

HOLISTIC MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK

By Heerbert Hauptman. A Nobel Laureate reflects on the universe, God, and the nature of discovery. The author recounts both the joys and the heightened anticipation as well as the disappointments experienced as he worked to induce nature to reveal her secrets. His expertise focuses on chemistry and a major discovery of his was a method of unravelling the structure of crystals. #24606 HB JUST $14.95

JACKIE FRENCH’S CHOOK BOOK

This updated and expanded edition (2012) continues to guide folks who aim to raise their chooks. The pleasant sound of them clucking around in the yard is satisfying and rewarding as they lay their eggs and produce good poultry meat.

Complete details about raising them are included. And Jackie French includes recipes chicken and egg recipes. Over 90 colour photos. #14593 Pb 196 pages $21.95

PASTURED POULTRY PROFITS

By Joel Salatin. The concept here is to produce quality birds for which customers are prepared to pay a premium – and the customers keep coming back for quality meat and eggs. Using economic, portable housing that is moved across the paddock the aim is to keep an eye on healthy birds and net profit. A full coverage is provided on chickens, feed, practical issues of pasture, protection from predators, trouble-shooting poor performance, dressing and marketing. #10901 Pb 334 pages $39.95

HOME SAUSAGE MAKING

3rd ed by Reery & Reavis. Our most popular seller on home sausage making – covers instructions for making them using pork, beef, lamb, game, poultry, fish, shellfish and vegetarian styles.

Apart from regular local recipes it includes Spanish Chorizo, Polish Kielbasa bratwurst and so many others. #74718 Pb 283 pages $19.95

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For young readers

The Book Connection WHEN I SEE GRANDMA

By Debra Tidball.

A beautifully illustrated book for young children, it helps parents explain the circumstances and handle situations where an aged person becomes frail.

Visiting grandma can sometimes be sad but a little girl and her brother brighten her dreams and bring warmth to her. #32594 HB $19.95

HOWIE THE YOWIE

ADVENTURES OF THE LITTLE WOODEN HORSE

By Pat Clarke. This popular author’s latest book.

Hannah befriends a Yowie from Goonoo Forest. #17165 HB $25.00

By Ursula Moray Williams #73042 HB $19.95

OUTBACK ALPHABET

By Nora Kersh. Illustrated Pb $15.00

THE ISLAND OF ADVENTURE

By Enid Blyton #70706 HB $19.95

THE FLYING LESSON

By Pat Clark – Illustrated

by Graeme Compton. This has Grandad embarking on a flying lesson involving chooks, lions, pelicans, a zoo wedding and the Flying Doctor. And Wally the white cockatoo gets involved too. #17035 HB $25.00

A ONE-EYED CHOOK CALLED SHEILA

By Pat Clarke. This is about a chook named Sheila. For younger readers, it is about danger, adventure and an unlikely romance that awaits her and her friends Zelma and Louise. #59014 HB $25.00

THE MAGIC FOREST OF GOONOO

By Pat Clarke. Trappers invade and the birds and animals of the Goonoo Forest take charge. #43482 HB $29.95

OUTBACK COUNTOUT

By Nora Kersh. Illustrated Pb $15.00

Writing CURIOUS CASE OF THE MISPLACED MODIFIER

By Bonnie Trenga.

This explains how to solve the mysteries of weak writing. It is more that good grammar, and it needs to be more than technically correct. The book identifies 7 writing weaknesses that editors act to get fixed – and what to do about it. #73890 HB JUST $9.95

THE GLIMMER TRAIN 1

Edited by Burmeister-Brown & Swanton-Davies.

What drives you to write? How does a particular piece of writing come to exist?

The editors have compiled the ideas off 100 accomplished authors present a range of characters, scenes and topics that encourage you to achieve. #74489 HB $11.95

THE GLIMMER TRAIN 2

Edited by Burmeister-Brown & Swanton-Davies.

Survey your literary landscape from the open window if this book. This continues with a study of 100 accomplished authors who set aside talk of characters and scenes, plus topics which will be a guide and encouragement for new writers. #74477 HB $11.95

I’M AN ENGLISH MAJOR – NOW WHAT?

By Tim Lemire. This isn’t about military rank. Rather it is about students who were English majors academically. Among some of those listed in the book are Steven Spielberg, Alan Alda, Stephen King and others who now have successful careers. It helps graduates to better understand their talents and skills in order to find satisfying jobs across a wide range of fields. It also dispels that common fear and misconception the English majors never make good money. #73623 Pb JUST $9.95

SOME WRITERS DESERVE TO STARVE

By Elaura Niles. Here are 31 brutal truths about the publishing industry. On the back cover, one of them is quoted “Your writing alone won’t get you published.”

Understanding how the publishing business works will save you much stress, particularly after spending all that time writing the book.

Here is information and guidelines on approaching a publisher. One section is “All publishers are not created equal.” #73548 Pb JUST $10.95

Business I.O.U. - THE DEBT THREAT

By Noreena Hertz. “And Why We Must Defuse It” - is the remainder of the subtitle. The book shows that the debt crisis in not just about money but about people – and it hasn’t improved on the world stage for 15 years. The book also examines the link between global debt and the major problems today – AIDS, terrorism, war, poverty, environmental devastation – is direct and irrefutable. #78999 Pb $14.95

NOTHING VENTURED, NOTHING GAINED

By Bill Ferris. This deals with the astute application of venture capital. An Australian book, it takes you inside to show how venture capitalists actually work and conduct their businesses. Finding a financial backer, or deciding on a project, or just interested in making serious money, this provides a quality insight. #82813 Pb JUST $17.95

THE ONE MINUTE MANAGER

SQUARK!

By Blanchard & Johnson. For 30 years, this multi-million copy title has been used by managers, applying the techniques, job satisfaction and personal prosperity. It comes in the form of a simple story that demonstrates three very practical management techniques of how the One Minute Manager works – plus how to apply them successfully in your own situation. #07926 Pb $16.95

By Travis Bradberry. Now is the time to stop making a noise and start getting results. Unfortunately when we’ve seen a business faced with a problem, abnormal fuss and commands are often applied, some people up and leave, sometimes the solution collapses. Written in the form of a fable, this aims to apply logic, analysis, appropriate effort and management style for effective results. #62341 HB JUST $19.95

BIG BOOK OF SMALL BUSINESS ONE MINUTE APOLOGY Ken Blanchard & Margret McBride. This provides a power way to make things better. When something goes wrong, follow the idea of the authors by discovering what it truly means to apologise effectively. #59234 HB JUST $19.95

By Andrew Griffiths. Here is an up to date reference for those people involved in small business -a #1 guide for growing, prospering and succeeding into day’s business environment, at a time when the ‘big boys’ invade your patch as soon as they see that you are doing too well. So many people are or are aiming to start their own business – this is a comprehensive coverage from the stage of opening your doors and keeping them open. On-line marketing included. #74284 Pb JUST $24.95

THE BREAKTHROUGH COMPANY

By Keith McFarland. The author studied 7,000 companies over a five year period and chose ten that were considered out of the ordinary in performance. They are all privately held businesses and he considers that they can be rated as extra-ordinary.

He examines the characteristics that have made them this way, how they push past the standard performances for their speciality, the growth risks that they have taken, building their character, and the way they have insulated themselves from market influences. Monetary performance charts are shown. #54631 Pb JUST $9.95

THE END OF THE FREE MARKET

By Ian Bremmer. This examines the challenge – who wins the war between the States and Corporations. Some governments have implemented routines - state capitalism – that use markets to create wealth that can be directed as public officials see fit. The Saudis, the Chinese get a mention here. And then the Russians tell the supermarkets that they charge too much for pork. And as you read, examples of how the principles have been introduced closer to home. #43016 JUST $12.95

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Life Style and Values THE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES

By Gary Chapman. So many couples have seen their marriages transformed through learning to speak the five love languages. As you discover your own love language – and that of your spouse – you will understand yourself better and build a priceless advantage in the quest for love that lasts a lifetime. By helping each other feel truly and deeply loved you will giving a gift that never fades away. #73158 Pb $24.95

THE ART OF BELONGING

By Hugh Mackay. In this latest book, the author writes about it’s not where you live – it’s how you live. He writes that strong communities develop our moral sense and build our emotional security. He says that as ‘social creatures’ we can only reach our potential when we engage with our communities- in the local neighbourhood, at work and even online. Using real life stories he examples community examples from harmony to conflicts. #14250 Pb JUST $29.95

MADEMOISELLE

Coco Chanel & the Pulse of History.

By Rhonda Garelick. A stunning biography of Coco Chanel, the high priestess of 20th century fashion, which examines her influence on the cultural trends of the time. Little black dresses, faux pearls, Jersey knits, skirt suits, trousers – for over a century we have seen her influence on so many women we pass in the street. The book provides unprecedented detail and scope – a woman who aimed to create others in her image. #12508 HB JUST $34.95

STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT DEATH & DYING By DiGiulio &

Kranz. For young adults and their parents, this provides information on coping with their own feelings when someone close to them is struggling with terminal illness or has passed away. It explores attitudes towards death, young people’s own experience with death, Kubler-Ross’s five stages of dying and more. #30781 HB JUST $8.95

SIMPLY SILK

By Mary Jo Harvey.

Here are 12 creative designs for quilting and sewing, with the basic techniques included. 15 projects are provided - quilts, décor, wearables and accessories. Full fabric manipulation and embellishing techniques are included. Full size patterns included.

MAKING LEATHER PURSES & TOTES

NATURE CRAFTS FOR ALL THE SEASONS

By Lisa Galvin.

Leather affords that luxurious feel and good look – especially on handbags.

Nineteen examples are shown here, each with patterns, step by step processes and finishing details. Materials lists, tools and colour photos, plus details for embossing are included. #40602 Pb $21.95

CROCODILE CHARLIE & THE HOLY GRAIL

By Kolm & Ring. Read how to find own answers at work and in your life. Share the expertise of industry leaders in finance, manufacturing, mining, media, finance, automotive – all these leaders have been involved in the authors’ company.

And this book gives you the a personal and economic

THE FINE ART OF DECOUPAGE

THE NEW LION BIBLE ENCYCLOPEDIA

By Mike Beaumont. Why is the Bible the all-time bestselling book, and what makes it unique? Who were the key players in the event sin the Bible, and what was it like to live in Biblical times?

This book provides answers to many questions as it presents the story of the Bible, the land areas involves, the nations, religions, lives and the making of the Bible. It also provides the focus of the Bible – Jesus, and how the bible was made. Very well illustrated , maps, photos, and reference detail charts. #55261 HB 224 pages $29.95

HOBBY CERAMICS

By Lyn Cochrane. The author provides details to help you develop the skills of this fine craft.

She encourages you to pursue this art form using her information to achieve fine painted finishes. Full colour photographs support the text that takes you through several projects. #12596 Pb JUST $11.95

By Patricia Walter. Ceramics was once the province of the professional but this provides comprehensive details on the techniques and suggestions of projects for beginners. It shows step by step guidance on preparation, processes and painting, equipment, and a wide range of useful and display projects for the home and garden. #83401 Pb JUST $8.95

THE PATH TO BUDDHA

A Tibetan Pilgrimage

By Steve McCurry. There are six million Tibetans living in Tibet – Buddhism is an integral part of their daily lives, for both monks and lay-people who take arduous journeys in pilgrimage to holy sites to express their devotion. The author’s photographs here, follows their trails and captured their dedication. #43469 HB $39.95

PESSIMIST’S BOOK OF WISDOM

By Jonathan Eisen. A book being a testament to Pessimism with a capital You. It challenges conventional “wisdom” with an original collection of the best grim and bear it thoughts. #68112 Pb JUST $6.95

SECRET PEACEMONGERS

By Barry Hill. A philosophical writing, this begins with the pilgrimage to Bodh Gaya where Buddha received enlightenment. It Ends after Nagasaki, Japan is reached - in the aftermath of its atomic bomb. The traveller is influenced by the life and ideas of India’s greatest artist and intellectual Rabindranath Tagore, along with that of Gandhi. He meditates on the influences of Buddhism and the Tokyo War Crimes Trial. The author brings to the cruel politics of our time a spiritual perspective that deepens rather than abandons realism. #53256 HB $45.00

WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY?

By Fiona Robards.

What are you passionate about?

What helps you maintain a sense of hope and optimism?

What rejuvenates you? Who inspires you? The author encourages us to appreciate what is already going well in your life, how to draw on your strengths and values, and tap your creativity. #66316 Pb $29.958

THE LION ILLUSTRATED BIBLE FOR CHILDREN

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By Amber Cook. Enjoy this combination of nature and craft projects – and through the year use the seasonal treasures that nature provides. The projects range from simple flower baskets and hanging bird nests to a child’s chair made from recovered timber and fibres.

Easter and Christmas gift items are included. #86036 Pb JUST $8.95

advantage. #01232 Pb $19.95

#95485 Pb JUST $14.95

Retold by Lois Rock. Here are the great tales of the Bible retold in 100 well illustrated episodes. Each one is a delight to read and ideal for primary aged children. #49369 HB 223 PAGES $19.95

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NEW WAYS WITH POLYMER CLAY

By Kris Richards. Become involved in a new generation of projects and techniques using the simple step by step procedures. Colour photos show the results. #88691 JUST $19.95

By Rhonda Byrne. It has been passed down through the ages, highly coveted, lost, stolen, and bought for vast sums of money.

This centuries old Secret has been understood by some of the most prominent people – Plato, Galileo, Beethoven, Edison, Carnegie, Einstein – along with other inventor, theologians, and great thinkers. Now the Secret is being revealed to all. #01707 HB $35.00

FUN FABULOUS PILLOWS TO SEW

By Valarie Shrader.

When you see a sensational pillow it motivates you to make one yourself.

Here are 15 beginners sewing projects which are simple and quick to complete. Create pillows embellished with neat buttons, pieced together from multi-patchwork blocks, from velvet and other materials- and make a real impression. #08027 JUST $11.95

SELF ESTEEM

By Gael Lindenfield. This new updated edition helps us to recover from a deep seated hurt and cope with knocks to our pride. The beginnings of poor self-esteem usually lie back in our childhood but our confidence can be easily knocked in adult life by criticism and trauma. The author writes on the means that can make us feel more energized and self-reliant than ever before, and ultimately overcome doubts and fears to achieve self-fulfilment. #57462 Pb $16.95

PASSION FOR PATTERNED PAPER

By Ginn & Klassen. More than 50 fresh and clever techniques for scrapbooking are included here.

Patterns evoke a feeling, and creating pages with patterned paper provide that stand out effect when appropriate. Create your own patterns, use chalk and die cuts, and well as paint, walnut ink, and aging mediums to help make the most of your patterned paper creations. The colour photos included provide all the inspiration. #27518 Pb JUST $12.95

THE LION FIRST BOOK OF BIBLE STORIES

Retold by Lois Rock. The Bible’s great stories are among the oldest and wisest in the world and this book provides an ideal introduction to them. They are retold with simplicity and sincerity for children to enjoy and are brought to life with colour illustrations. #62078 HB 95 pages $20.95

GAUTAM BUDDHA

By Vishvapani Blomfield. Read about the life and teaching of the awakened one. His words and example have affected billions of people.

Sources place his birth around 484 BCE, his Enlightenment in 449 BCE and his death in 404 BCE. This persuasive biography provides a full and plausible account. #64092 HB JUST $17.95

SELECTING THE POPE

By Greg Tobin. This reveals the processes of Papal Elections which is one of the important and headline-making events in modern history. The book examines each rule of this secretive process and explores the history behind the conclave and key issues that shape the future of the Catholic Church. #40323 HB JUST $16.95

MAKING A LIVING IN THE CRAFTS

By Donald Clark. This provides time tested advice based on personal experience as a craftsman and co-owner of a respected retail store and gallery. He advises start up fundamentals, researching competition, devising a business plan, finding work space, cultivating customer relationships, staff and operations. Marketing disciplines, pricing, and a chapter on web selling are included. #06504 HB JUST $14.95

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Health and lifestyle ABSOLUTE TRUTH

By Edward Stourton. The BBC made a major TV series from this book’s content. It relates the revolution on the world’s oldest and biggest institution. Close to a billion people from every class, colour and political creed owe alliance to Rome. The author draws on discussions with Catholics at every level – from prelates in the Vatican to the poor in the back streets of Brazil to tell their stories. #79670 HB JUST $29.95

FEEL THE FEAR & DO IT ANYWAY

20th Anniversay Edition by Susan Jeffers. This is a fully revised edition of the classic that has changed the lives of millions. It questions - what are you afraid of? It could be about making decision, public speaking, changing jobs, being alone, ageing, losing a loved one or even asserting yourself.

Whatever your fears, this gives you the insight and tools to improve your ability and handle any situation. You will learn to live your life the way you want to live it. #07075 Pb 217 pages $24.95

PICTURE BOOK OF BODY LANGUAGE

By Anna Jaskolka. When people are talking to you, what they say is what they what they want you to hear. This book shows that body language is the only one in which people cannot lie.

Once understood it can lead you to more fruitful relationships.

By using simple body signals of your own you can favourably influence people. And by using the views show here, you can understanding what people are really saying to you. #35549 Pb 189 pages $19.95

MOVE WITHOUT PAIN

By Martha Peterson. Taking just 15 minutes a day, relief for all parts of the body is possible using these safe, easy, natural movements. This uses the Hanna Somatics method to muscular pain relief and the book explains how to be aware of the way you move and adapt to stress. Illustrated with photos. #74591 Pb JUST $9.95

A DUCK IS WATCHING ME STRANGE & UNUSUAL PHOBIAS

By Bernie Hobbs.

Do you suffer from frigophobia, carnophobia or Anglophobia? Does being out of mobile range give you heart palpitations?

There are many of these conditions and here they are teamed with a pertinent or amusing image. Be careful – a duck might be watching you. #78647 Pb $19.95

SHOULD MEAT BE ON THE MENU?

By David Mason-Jones. The author explains what every farmer, environmentalist or person who eats food needs to know about livestock and global warming gases. He explores the widely held misconception that sheep, cattle and other grazing animals are responsible for an enormous net production of new global warming gases. The reality is that livestock are part of a closed atmospheric carbon cycle where the carbon they emit is equal to the carbon they take in. The contribution of livestock and the role of plants is explained to bring balance to the global warning argument. #31373 Pb $29.50

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DON’T PANIC

By Cassandra Wilkinson.

Is everything really going downhill? The doom sayers from the left and right, from the press, politics and popular debate would have us thinking that way. The author looks at science, politics, art, philosophy, history and culture to answer this question. The book takes a fast paced examination of issues such as carbon trading, video games, gay parents, economic deregulation, way-out music, sex and global security to show than things are better than we think. #92442 Pb JUST $14.95

WHY DIDN’T MY GRANDMOTHER GET FAT ……AND WHY DID I?

By Nora Gedgaudas. Examining the healthy lives of our pre-agricultural Paleolithic ancestors the author found the marked decline in stature, bone density, and dental health, as well as the increase in birth defects, malnutrition and disease following the implementation of modern agricultural practices. She shows how our modern grain and carbohydrate heavy low fat diets are a far cry from the high fat moderate protein hunter gatherer diets that we are genetically programmed for. Such life style leads to life-long weight gain but also cravings, mood disorders, cognitive problems, and cancer, osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, heart disease and mental illness. Her solutions include step by step guidelines, recipes and meal recommendations. #74133 Pb $29.95

By David Mason-Jones.

Why is it that our forebears ate animal fat as a significant part of their diet and didn’t, as an overall generation, become as fat as we do today? The book considers the fact that fats from animals that were fed on grass is a healthy food option. The author questions whether the food pyramid promoted by authorities is based on flawed assumptions. He puts his views forward to promote thinking on the facts provided. #91377 Pb $24.95

YOU ARE HERE

NOT THAT KIND OF GIRL

By Lena Dunham. A young woman tells you what she’s “learned.” Read about her stories about dieting, dressing, sex, friendship. She is provocative, funny, original, dead-pan, disturbing, neurotic, and often way out there. A book for the woman who recogniss something of herself in Lena Dunham. #97916 HB JUST $29.95

NASTY PEOPLE

Revised edition by Jay Carter.

Have you been hurt, betrayed or degraded by a nasty person? Whoever it is, they do so to feed on your selfesteem, mental anguish and unhappiness. You can stop this cycle of abuse without resorting to nasty tactics. And you don’t have to stoop to their level to do so. This book provides the techniques. #10229 Pb $17.95

By Chris Hadfield. This is a remarkable collection of photos taken from the international space station – which circled the Earth in 92 minutes.

A double page spread shows 1,000 square miles of southern Mauritania showing desert, estimated population – zero. Turn the pages and we see coastlines, mountain ranges, rivers. Dramatic scenes show the Nile River in Sudan with dozens of centre pivot irrigation sites. Cities, volcanos, rock formations, inland seas indicating the salt content and green algae levels. Divided into continents, seeing Australia from space is a real education. #78603 HB $39.95

FAMILY FOOD

By Pete Evans. The author visited Dubbo earlier this year with amazing response.

It has the emphasis on preparing meals for a paleo style of eating – no grains, refined sugar or dairy, and the focus on sustainable meat and seafood, nuts, seeds and fresh veggies. Dozens of recipes including some for baby and toddler meals. #31617 Pb JUST $34.95

THE FAST DIET

By Dr Michael Mosley & Mimi Spencer. This reveals the simple secret of intermittent fasting so that you can lose weight, stay healthy and live longer. It involves eating well for five days and then reduce your calories for two.

It really is as simple as it sounds - - you eat normally for five days a week, then for two days you cut your calories -500 for women, 600 for men. #21675 Pb $19.95

THE ALZHEIMER’S PREVENTION PROGRAM

By Small & Vorgan Dr Small is considered unmatched in his ability to synthesize the latest scientific antiageing breakthroughs.

In the program recorded here, it takes only a week to get started. In that time you’ll improve memory and mental function and see results almost immediately. From this habits are developed that can protect your brain for the rest of your life. #65262 HB JUST $19.95

THE BREAST CANCER PREVENTION GUIDE

JIM STOPPANI’S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MUSCLE & STRENGTH

2nd edition. A complete guide to help reach your strength training goals. It provides 350 exercises using the authors proven workouts, featuring work on 13 major muscle groups and specific full body exercises. Well illustrated. #57714 Pb 552 pages $32.95

THE COMPLETE RUNNING & MARATHON BOOK

Edited by Michael Duffy. Choose the range of training plans for all levels of experience whether it is for a 5km run or a marathon. Understand the biomechanics of running and perfect your technique. Follow step by step programmes to build strength and speed and reduce risk of injury. It contains advice on equipment, nutrition, motivation and race tactics. Well illustrated. #37638 Pb 191 pages $24.95

By Sandra Cabot & Margaret Jasinska.

The book quotes that one in eight women develops breast cancer during their lifetime. Learn how to increase your body’s production of beneficial oestrogen, read about the importance of progesterone, the chemicals you come in contact with which are strongly implicated in causing breast cancer and how to reduce your exposure. There are foods, herbs and nutrients that have strong anti-cancer effects, plus some recipes are listed here. #43706 Pb $24.95

SPECTACULAR NAIL ART

By Larit Levy. No woman is fully dressed without the perfect manicure. So runs the introduction – and it is the final touch to any outfit. 35 designs are featured here, eye-catching and ultra- stylish. Tips on nail care and basic manicure s help keep your hands in tip top shape. #40258 Pb $16.95

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Gardens and landscape EUCALYPTS

A Celebration

By Wrigley & Fagg.

The authors feature eucalypts showing their diversity, their place in our history, arboretums, farm landscapes, forest settings, some spectacular individual trees and their role in construction such as railway bridges and housing. As an integral part of the Australian landscape and a familiar part of our development, the quality, illustrated technical and family reference celebrates their identity and beauty. A comprehensive study. #50242 HB JUST $59.95

ALL ABOUT TOMATOES

& Potatoes, Peppers & Other Relatives.

By Clive Blazey. From the Diggers Club, the author provides detailed portraits of over 60 heirloom tomatoes and other edible solanums. The tomatoes we eat today are the most altered food we serve at the table. Read how to use the hybridization process at home to produce a tomato of real taste. #55447 HB $24.95

CRONIN’S KEY GUIDE AUSTRALIAN RAINFOREST PLANTS

More than 300 commonly observed species from around the continent are included here.

Each is beautifully illustrated and described in detail, and distribution maps show locates of each species. #51130 Pb JUST $12.95

4th edition by Wilson & Swan. The species are grouped in families to reveal 940 species of reptiles named in Australia. The text and maps have been updated and newly described species are included. A most comprehensive and popular reference. #17280 Pb JUST $44.95

ONE MAGIC SQUARE

By Lolo Houbien. The best and cheapest food is the food you grow yourself – and this explains how to with just a ten minute effort, you can start your own productive food garden.

Most food growing failures occur by starting too big so start in one square metre, and each season extend by a square metre for year round vegie harvesting. Drawings, colour photos. #47643 Pb JUST $39.95

CRONIN’S KEY GUIDE AUSTRALIAN WILDFLOWERS

OCEAN SHORES TO DESERT DUNES

by Jean Leveille.

A photographic presentation of some of the world iconic birds. As a natural history it includes the secret courting & mating rituals of these extraordinary birds.

Brief descriptions included. #28071 HB JUST $12.95

NOT FOR GREENS

THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR UGLINESS

By Clive Blazey. This is about falling in love with our best plants and gardens. The book is dedicated to wooing gardeners back to the flower garden. It is written for Australian conditions and explains how to choose beautiful plants that don’t disappoint. Select and combine the best plants to create colour themed flower gardens, learn the basics for gardening success, from soil and composting to plant and nutrition life-cycles – feed the soil not the plant. #19782 HB $29.95

BIRDS IN LOVE

By David Keith. This is an excellent reference of the vegetation of NSW and the ACT. It progressively catalogues the trees and shrubs of the various regions and moves steadily westwards, indicating the density of vegetation in graphic mapping, plus the species involved and presents them in colour photos and text covering descriptions. A description of the country is also included. #79202 Pb JUST $53.95

By Leonard Cronin. More than 590 wildflowers from all parts of Australia are shown in beautiful illustrations and described, with visual keys to make identification fast and simple. #51116 Pb JUST $29.95

BOUNTIFUL BONSAI

By Richard Bender. Bonsai – the Japanese art of training plants to form elegant sculptures appeals to many. This book demonstrates how to apply bonsai techniques to everyday houseplants, not only to look good but to yield pleasant fragrances, herbs and fruits. #12704 Pb $16.95

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO REPTILES OF AUSTRALIA

CRONINS KEY GUIDE AUSTRALIAN REPTILES & FROGS

By Leonard Cronin. An authoritative reference and valuable field guide to Australia’s snakes, lizards, crocodiles, turtles and frogs. It provides information on behaviour, development, diet, habitat and conservation status. High quality colour illustrations and distribution maps are shown for each species. #51123 Pb JUST $29.95

By Ian Plimer. The Greens may have started as genuine environmentalists but much of the green movement has morphed into an unelected political pressure group, accountable to no one. Greens create problems many of which are concocted and provide no solutions because of the lack of basic knowledge. The book examines Green policies in the light of established knowledge and shows that they are unrealistic. #38191 Pb $29.95

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Mechanical workshops

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AUTO CROSS PERFORMANCE HANDBOOK

101 PERFORMANCE PROJECTS FOR YOUR PICKUP & SUV

By Rick Shandley. Improve engine horsepower and performance, improve off-road handling, upgrade the brakes, customize the truck’s appearance, and ideas for better cab comfort and style. Full details of process plus colour illustrations and diagrams. #31453 Pb JUST $22.95

CHEVROLET PICKUPS 1973-1998

By John Gunnell.

Compiled to help you identify, select and restore collector light trucks and El Caminos.

Manufacturing factors are taken year by year, showing how to correctly identify the line and series, carburettor options that were fitted, factory where made, etc., and the latter models are more expansive in their details of origins and specifications.

A comprehensive restoration section is included with colour photos of the processes and steps taken. #96147 Pb JUST $29.95

THE CHROME COWGIRL

Guide to the Motorcycle Life

By Sasha Mullins. The author writes this specifically for the young women who want to hop on a motorcycle and ride away from their daily grind. She has had a lifetime involvement with motorcycles and provides a thoughtful, humorous perspective on living life on two wheels. #29221 Pb JUST $14.95

FIX IT

By Kris Palmer.

How to repair Automotive Dents, Scratches, Tears and Stains – the sub-title covers the range of purposes that can give life to an older car. Freshen the interior and exterior, save money by doing it yourself, and improve your car’s resale value. #39893 Pb JUST $14.95

THE HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTOR CO ARCHIVE COLLECTION

By Leffingwell & Holmstrom. Considered to be an overview of Harley-Davidson’s revolution this presents over 600 photographs of the Archive Collection. This collection is the result of models, production features, promotional items committed to the company’s archives over the years – it has become an historically significant collection of production models, racing bikes and on-of-a-kind prototypes. #40172 Pb JUST $14.95

HARLEYDAVIDSON BUYER’S GUIDE 19842011

By Gantriis & Gingerelli. One appeal of the Harley Davidsons is that they are not throwaway machines.

With proper care a modern Harley can outlive its owner. A range of models produced over 25 years are included here with guidelines for most of them on the used-bike market. #38599 Pb JUST $14.95

By Richard Newton. This auto sport is open to just about anyone with a helmet, a car and a desire to race against the clock. Check out on how to choose the best car, selecting a competition class, improving handling and performance, increasing cornering speeds and preparing for competition. #27883 Pb JUST $18.95

By Lee Klancher. Read how to Plan and design the ideal floor plan, the design and construction of workbenches and storage, plumbing and lighting ideas. #31736 Pb JUST $14.95

by Richard Lentinello. The Chevy Corvette came onto the USA sports-car scene in 1953, the first American entry into the European dominated sports car scene. Since then it has been the staple of Chevrolet’s range. This book describes and shoes the evolution of the Corvette in detail, with over 100 photos. #31574 PB JUST $9.95

By Greg Smith These pages show customised Kenworth trucks. They range from a 1932 Stakebed through a range of models including the K100 and W900. Some include a semi-trailer, others the prime mover – all dramatically presented. In full colour #33945 Pb 96 pages $12.95

HOW TO REPAIR YOUR SCOOTER

By James Michels. A comprehensive manual covering scooter repair – two or four stroke, it covers all major systems, from engine and driveline to brakes and suspension. Step by step photos support the text. #38962 Pb JUST $14.95

By Ben Collins. With the subtitle – “The Ultimate Guide from the Man who was Stig”, the former Top Gear expert shares the skills and wisdom refined over a 20 year career.

Driving at the elite level of performance, he brings is his message with benefits for the driver who has been behind the wheel for 30 years or if you just got your L-plates. #72854 Pb $29.95

By Susan Redman. An icon from a pst age, this includes stories and photographs of Kombi adventures. From the 1960s and later, hippy parents and collectors will read this. #99736 Pb $29.95

LOCOMOTIVES OF AUSTRALIA 1850S – 2010

5th edition by Leon Oberg. As a photojournalist, the author turned his talents to recording this comprehensive coverage of locomotives that have run on our rails.

Stories accompany the views, expanding transport needs of towns, industry and mining are included. This latest edition updates previous entries and adds those locomotives, the manufacturers and operators that have expanded the industry. And now available at a reduced price. #58547 HB 448 pages $69.95 JUST $49.95

MUSTANG 5.0 PERFORMANCE PROJECTS

BY Huw Evans. Over 35 modifications and upgrades are included covering, intake and exhaust, ignition, supercharging and nitrous, chassis and the drive-train. Well illustrated with colour photographs. #15453 Pb JUST $14.95

SHEET METAL BIBLE

COMPLETE WHEEL & TIRE BUYER’S GUIDE

By Brad Bowling. What do the numbers on the tyre’s sidewall mean? Which custom types will fit my ute? These and other questions are dealt with in this comprehensive guide for wheels and tyres for a wide range of vehicles. A wide range of rim styles included and illustrated. #96612 Pb JUST $14.95

AUTOMOTIVE WIRING

KENWORTH SEMI TRUCKS

HOW TO DRIVE

MY DREAM KOMBI

2ed by Bruce Caldwell. Get professional results with your own tools and skills.

Various flame styles are explained and demonstrated. The various effects encourage you to make patterns like the pros. #41360 Pb 159 pages $27.95

HOW TO REBUILD & MODIFY YOUR MUSCLE CAR

By Jason Scott. This details high performance restoration, what should be attended to and how to modify, using stock parts, and how to rework engines, brakes and suspension. Read how to convert old drum brakes to discs, swap cars for electronic injection, making them look better and so much more. Step by step processes fully illustrated. #27753 Pb JUST $14.95

By Don Loffler. This covers Holden models from the 48-215 to the 1966 HR. As well as full colour photos and technical information of the models, Loffler includes his views on the impact of the car on Australian social and cultural history of the period. #51153 HB JUST $44.95

CORVETTE

HOW TO PAINT FLAMES

HOW TO BUILD YOUR DREAM GARAGE

HOLDEN DAYS

By Dennis Parks. It includes the auto wiring clearly explained, do-it-yourself installation projects, ignition and charging systems, lighting, switches and accessories. It also covers installing GPS systems, Bluetooths and iPods. #39923 Pb JUST $27.95

By Timothy Remus. This includes a range of sheet metal fabrication projects – from simple shaping operations to multi-piece creations like mudguards and motorbike petrol tanks. Each project is comprehensively explained and supported with colour photos.

Learn how to plan and project, shrink and stretch, weld aluminium or steel, and layout complex projects. #33901 Pb $44.95

HOLDEN THE GREAT YEARS, THE GREAT CARS 1968-2003

This celebrates three great Holdens – the Commodore, Torana and Monaro – their muscle, their romance, their engineering – as well as their glory days. Over 300 photos. #17366 HB $29.95

HOW TO CUSTOM PAINT YOUR MOTORCYCLE

By Joann Bortles. Included here are advance airbrush techniques, details for painting flames, skulls and pinups. Achieve personalised details to set your bike apart, and master candy and pearl paints. Learn the basics of airbrush artwork, the equipment, designs and the techniques used. Details show how to paint a simple airbrushed mural, paint a pin-up girl and much more. #20334 Pb 159 pages $39.95

THE BACKYARD BLACKSMITH

By Lorellei Sims. Learn the traditional techniques of the modern blacksmith, even though you may intend to work on a small scale.

Detailed step by step processes, the tools and equipment and projects are included. #32513 Pb $29.95

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ARCHITECTURE IN WOOD A WORLD HISTORY

BY will Pryce.

Many of the world’s greatest buildings are made of wood. It is a material that has unique qualities of form, colour and structure, yet is so often undervalued or ignored in histories of architecture.

Photographs take us back centuries to buildings, bridges and other structures still in service. They come from around the world – Japan, Russia, Turkey, USA, Britain, Scandinavia, Bavaria, Eastern Europe, Asia, and Australia. Brief commentaries accompany the photographs. A substantial volume 327 pages. #42138 JUST $65.00

NEW PHILOSPHER THE END OF GROWTH

BEHIND THE LINES

This latest edition of the quarterly magazine collects the vews of several commentators on the matter of ‘Progress.’ Worth reading. #10403 Pb $15.00

by Jeffery Miller. The author writes about WWI’s little-known story of German occupation, Belgian resistance, and the band of Americans who helped save millions from starvation. This involved the largest food and relief drive the world had ever known.

For 4 years they fed and clothed more than 9 million Belgium and northern French people trapped behind German lines. It is a history of a people faced with life and death situations, and about which little has ever been made known. #89300 Pb $31.95

ULTIMATE OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE GUIDE

By Ivan Stewart. Off-road racing legend author details the fine points and advice on driving off-road. From preparing and packing the 4X4 for all conditions, it covers so much of the experiences drivers encounter. He relates experiences and anecdotes which as both instructive and entertaining. #29269 Pb $16.95

THE ROAD BACK

By Di Morrissey. One of Australia’s favourite storytellers has released what is seen as her best novel yet. It is a tale of reconnection and starting over. The journalist returns with his daughter to his mother’s house in the town of Neverend where he hopes to pick up pieces of early life, but things take an unexpected turn. #14267 HB JUST $29.95

CAST IRON DECORATION A WORLD SURVEY

By E G & Joan Robertson. The authors’ interest in cast iron decorative works has prevailed for decades as the material has been removed when site demolitions occurred and new buildings rarely incorporated it. This is a comprehensive collection of photographs from around the world, arranged by country of location with descriptions of the makers, designs and locations. This is then followed with more than half the book showing b/w photos of the decoration and referenced to the site notes. Large format. #32545 HB JUST $39.95

COTTAGE-STYLE DECORATIVE PAINTING

By Holly Hahn. The author encourages you to fill your home and garden with charming decorative painted designs. There are patterns through the book to use with the project examples. Select a piece of work and take the step by step pointers – colour schemes are included as well as colour photos of finished work. #40459 Pb JUST $12.95

THAT GLIMPSE OF TRUTH CLASSIFIED

By Howard Harrison. With the experience of a soldier, educator, business man and senior executive, the author’s 5th book continues the work of Detective Chief Inspector Harrigan. #14254 Pb $19.95

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By Nicholas Cheetham. An amazing orbital tour of our home planet revealing not only Earth’s present, but also its deep past and possible future. The collection of satellite imagery shows our planet from a new perspective, revealing more that the eye could ever see. #46394 HB JUST $17.95

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Selected by David Miller. This collection of 100 short stories is seen as the best ever written. So many prominent authors – Checkov, Crompton, Dickens, Roald Dahl, Flaubert, Kipling, Somerset Maugham. Alice Munro, Colm Tobin are included to make what is seen to be the finest short fiction in print today. 946 pages. #80044 HB $34.95

EARTH A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME

By Thomas Keneally. In a NSW Town during WWII, a POW camp is established to confine European, Korean, and Japanese captives. Close to a farming community, an Italian POW is assigned to work on a local farm. Its owner is fatherin-law of Alice whose husband is a POW in Greece – she is confronted by the assigned worker. But then the inmates decide to break out of the local camp. #81004 Pb $17.95

ROSIE PROJECT

By Simion Graeme. A romantic comedy like no other. Winner of the 2014 Award. #86457 Pb $24.75

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN EXPLORATION

Here are two volumes presenting the remarkable exploration and expeditions in Australian largest state. Much of the state is desert, but the contrasts in vegetation, landscape and natural resources. letters, reports and journals of discovery. The documents detail participants in the expeditions, the daily developments, encounters, diaries.

During 1836-1845 the number of settlements expanded, roads and land used commenced.

Volume 1 records explorations 1826-1835 –– #53512 HB $96.00 Volume 2 covers the period 1836-1845 #54959 HB $95.00

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Home improvement and do-it-yourself renovations are all the rage in Australia these days. The Country Catalogue team has compiled this special feature to help give you inspiration, ideas and motivation to make some amazing and practical improvements to your home.

Keep in mind some of the advice here has to be of a general nature, so we encourage you to contact a local professional or retailer to get even more advice and inspiration that’s specific to your needs.

Not only will your renovation project make your home look and feel so much better, it will also add to its value!

The mother of all doors: the garage door

The right choice A garage door represents up to 30 per cent of your home’s frontage. It is therefore extremely important that it blends with the overall style of the house.

Wooden doors are perfect for country-style houses; coated or embossed steel doors blend well with conventional styles; and aluminium doors with transparent, matte, coloured, or frosted glass options are ideal for a modern look.

There are two main types of doors on the market. Up-andover garage doors are available with a canopy gear or retract-

able gear mechanism. These doors come in one piece and roll on rails towards the ceiling.

Then there are sliding doors, whose panels slide on rails, either on the ceiling or wall.

Square, rectangular, or arched windows can be added to all these models. You just have to match the colour and texture of the windows to the house, according to your taste.

Another aspect that should not be overlooked is the door’s insulation. It helps to keep a stable temperature in the garage and also increases the insulation of adjacent rooms.

Proper maintenance A thorough inspection of the garage door should be done once a year.

Open and close the garage door manually so that a broken wheel or misaligned panel, which usually results in friction on the rails, will be more obvious. This exercise will also allow you to check the tension in

the springs.

Any misalignment of this type prevents the door from remaining at a standstill when it is ajar and makes it very heavy to lift.

Such a problem puts a strain on the door’s motor and shortens its lifespan.

At the same time, check the solidity of the door’s anchorage and assembly. And don’t forget to take a look at the weather stripping; it should follow the contour of the door perfectly.

The next step is to lubricate all moving parts of the door hardware, track, and weather stripping with silicone oil; avoid petroleum-based products. These parts should also be washed, along with the door panels, using a mild soap such as that used for cars.

Adjusting the lifting system of a garage door (springs, cables, and other parts) is a delicate task with certain inherent dangers. If you decide to tackle the job yourself, be sure to purchase parts that are marketed

A garage door is an important architectural element that should harmonise with the rest of the home.

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THE garage door is the biggest door of the house and it is the one that requires the most attention. In the first place, it has to be chosen well, since it can increase the value of your home by up to four per cent. Second, it has to be well maintained in order to avoid many of the inconveniences that can arise with a poorly cared-for garage door.

A garage door should always be well maintained.

as easy and fast to install. But, before starting the work, think carefully about your abilities. It is, in fact, recommended to en-

trust this task to a professional.

After all, for only a few more dollars you might avoid a lot of headaches.

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Doors and windows for style and comfort HANGING doors and windows is one of a home owner’s biggest maintenance investments, apart from replacing a roof. Style, comfort, and price are the three determining factors when it comes to choosing new doors and windows.

A well-appointed home office starts with suitable furniture and adequate lighting.

Organising a home office HESE days, many people feel an increasing need to have a work area at home. Ideally, a spare room would be used for this purpose.

If that is not possible, setting aside an area in a bedroom, in a basement, or on the main floor will do, as long as it’s quiet.

The first step is to ask yourself what the office will be used for. Is it for business purposes, or is it just a place to take care of emails and do paperwork or school work?

Deciding on the purpose of the space will help you determine the furniture and equipment you need to look for, such as a filing cabinet, cupboards, bookcase, desktop or laptop computer, desk, and storage space.

Make sure the lighting is adequate. The window should be at the side of the computer screen, not behind or in front of it, as reflections or glare can reduce screen visibility.

Choose a comfortable office chair on casters, and preferably one with armrests and an adjustable backrest. If necessary, use a footrest to help you adopt a good posture.

For better concentration, the colour of the walls should not be too loud. Lastly, don’t forget that an efficient office has everything close at hand, including pencils, stapler, paper clips, reference books, and a printer.

Now all that’s left to do is add your personal touch to the decor. You could hang a few pictures here and there, or put up some shelves on which you can display trinkets or useful office items.

The important thing is that you feel comfortable in this place where you will soon be spending a lot of time.

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Style Firstly, let the overall style of your home guide you. If the house has a rustic look, you may want to opt for windows with small panes. If your house has stone siding and natural materials prevail, you’ll probably prefer wood. And lastly, if you have a modern home, you’ll probably want to focus on metallic or coloured finishes.

The model of window has an impact on the look: l Sliding window: two superimposed frames that slide from left to right or both ways l Hung window: two superimposed frames that slide upwards l Casement window: opens with a crank l Awning window: the frame pivots up and down

Comfort The insulation a window provides is a major factor where the overall comfort of your home is concerned.

Consumers can choose double or triple glazing. With triple glazing, the third glass panel reduces heat loss even more and reduces condensation and noise.

The air between the layers of glass is a good insulator, but sometimes gas (krypton or argon) is inserted between the panes to provide better insulation. However, this effect diminishes over time, as the gas eventually escapes.

A low emission (low-E) coating can be added to the window. This coating

Changing the doors and windows is one of the biggest maintenance investments you can make in your home.

Energy Star products are certified as being the most energy efficient on the market.

comes in the form of a low-emissivity film, which lets the sun’s rays in but prevents heat from escaping.

You should also check the spacers that separate the two or three panes of glass. The spacers surround the windows and make them waterproof. It is important to ensure that they have low conductivity, or, in other words, that they are non-metallic. These inserts help to reduce condensation at the bottom of the windows and prevent the glass from becoming excessively cold.

Weather-stripping seals both doors and windows against rain and dust and minimises air leaks in moving joints.

Price Energy Star products are certified as

the most energy efficient.

They may be a bit more expensive, but you’ll save at least 10 per cent on your cooling and heating costs.

Doors and windows must be installed level, plumb, and square. This work should be done carefully, ideally by a qualified carpenter.

Also, many companies, whether manufacturers or retailers, install the doors and windows they sell.

They tend to ensure the job is done well, as their reputation depends on it.

Poorly installed doors and windows can cause heat loss, be difficult to open, cause water infiltration, and other additional expenses. Dealing with professionals is always well worth the extra cost.

Catering for your Christmas Parties!

West Dubbo IGA has everything for the occasion!

Choose from our deli stocked full of homemade delights including quiches, hot roasts, barbecue chickens, lasagne’s and a wide range of salads and cold meats.

Talk to our team about catering for your special event

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choices.

Matte or glossy finishes and ribbing or contrast stitching also make for an abundance of options. Fabric armchairs are no exception. They come covered in a variety of materials in solid colours or patterns.

If the room is big enough, opt for the very popular sectional lounge suite, where the various sections can be fitted together in different ways. You could also opt for a few light pieces of furniture that adapt to the particularities of the room and provide a beautiful arrangement of colours and fabrics.

How you use the living room will determine the orientation of armchairs and lounges – cluster them around the TV, the fireplace, the piano, or to foster conversation.

It is now possible to find living room furniture that combines both comfort and style.

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OMFORT is a key element when decorating a living room. Since so much time is spent there watching TV, entertaining friends, or reading, it’s vital to opt for comfortable armchairs and sofas that are as stylish as they are inviting.

The style of the room determines the style of the furniture. Some armchairs and sofas fit better in a retro decor, while others have a decidedly contemporary look.

Versatile models look great in all environments. The key is to ensure that the furniture doesn’t give the decor a heavy look.

For armchairs and sofas to be comfortable they must have a solid back that is sufficiently upright to give good back support.

They must also have a seat that is not too low and armrests firm enough to promote good posture.

Leather is ideal because of its strength, durability, ease of maintenance, and timeless beauty. Leather textures are more sophisticated these days, and colours come in a wide range of classic and contemporary

A good dishwasher can save you a lot of time.

The ABC of dishwashers S it time to change your dishwasher? What features should you look out for?

You probably already know that you want a quiet, efficient appliance; after all, you don’t want to have to rewash any dishes by hand, once the cycle is complete. You also want it to be eco-friendly and have a reasonable life span. And above all, you want value for your money.

Take note of some measurements before you start shopping around.

In general, under-the-counter built-in dishwashers measure 45cm wide for eight-place settings or 60cm for a capacity of between 12 and 16 place settings, depending on the interior layout of the appliance.

You may be interested to know that you can hide a dishwasher behind one of your kitchen cabinet doors in order for it to blend in perfectly with your decor. Howev-

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er, if you don’t have enough room for a built-in model, a dishwasher on wheels, which can be moved around, will also do nicely.

Models with stainless steel or polypropylene interiors tend to deteriorate less quickly. The latter offers better sound insulation, while stainless steel is more resistant to scratches, stains, and odours. A stainless steel interior won’t make your dishes cleaner or dry them any better, however.

Opt for a dishwasher with an economy cycle that will let you reduce your annual consumption of water and electricity by more than 40 per cent. Also, new appliances can now be found on the market that use electronic sensors to determine the required amount of water, temperature, and wash time based on the dirtiness of the dishes. Now, isn’t that great!

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ORANA MALL DUBBO YOU CAN NOW DISCOVER A WHOLE NEW WAY OF BANKING.

for everyone this Christmas!

Welcome to faster, smarter banking at our new Orana Mall Branch.

The world keeps changing so why isn’t your bank? CommBank is introducing the very latest banking technology at shop T120 Orana Mall Dubbo so you can enjoy more convenient and efficient banking, every day. Here’s how:

iPad Netbank Kiosks View, open, update and manage your accounts, transfer money pay bills, view online statements using our self service iPads & Netbank.

Instant Cash and Cheque Deposit ATM’s

Come on in and help yourself to the future of banking.

It’s here right now at our new branch at Orana Mall.

Our new cash and cheque in ATM’s allow you to do your banking at a time that’s convenient for you, even when the bank is closed.

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The world of taps has evolved greatly in recent years.

The kitchen sink survival guide HE world of taps has evolved so much in recent years that it’s easy to feel lost without a few guidelines.

Indeed, manufacturers now offer products in a huge range of shapes, finishes, and styles.

While some models have truly eye-catching designs, taps are primarily utilitarian.

In the kitchen, high taps facilitate rinsing pots and cleaning food. The simpler their shape, the easier they are to clean. However, you should always ensure that they fit into your decor.

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Go with the flow The choice of finishes is vast. Chrome, brass, gilt, and copper are the most popular in shiny, matt, or brushed versions; just keep in mind that fingerprints aren’t as visible on a matte finish.

For taps that are in constant use, preference should be given to products with a heavy-duty internal mechanism made of solid metal, rather than plastic covered with metal plating.

How to tell the difference? It’s elementary, my dear Watson – weigh them. Good quality taps are significantly heavier.

Another sought-after sink element is nodrip taps and spouts.

Traditional valve taps are being gradually replaced by models with cartridges or ceramic discs. This technology is very efficient, especially if your water is hard. On the other hand, they are not recommended if your water supply comes from a bore of river, for instance, as just one grain of dirt or sand could jam the mechanism.

The very latest in kitchens NGREDIENTS aren’t the only things that are being mixed in kitchens these days. This year, styles and materials are also being mixed to create a delicious new trend.

Indeed, the variety of materials in kitchens is multiplying, and now you can have fun combining laminates, plain surfaces, lacquers, and lots of colour.

What’s more, beautiful finishes are now the name of the game, allowing you to structure the visual dimensions of the room by amalgamating matte and gloss to your heart’s desire.

The key to turning this functional room into a comfy focal point is to optimise space. Tailor-made storage, which targets specific needs, should be added to existing storage spaces and kitchen cabinets.

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Emerging trends in the kitchen • Restaurant-style kitchens with oversized islands and trendy stools • Discreet cupboard handles or no handles at all, in favour of cabinet doors that open with a simple push of the finger • A vintage look with quaint wooden lunch counters, school benches, and pendant lights from yesteryear • A timeless elegant look achieved with black accessories and features • Metal decorative elements that transform the kitchen into a sparkling gem These days, the kitchen is an important gathering place for family and friends. Cocooning is a thing of the past; now everyone is into hiving. Home entertaining and great food is on the menu, especially in state-of-the-art kitchens.

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Country Catalogue Summer 2014

Richly textured solid wood flooring OTHING can beat that good old classic for covering your floors: solid wood. Its attractive and distinctive finish provides a warm atmosphere and creates a pleasant living environment.

Although this type of flooring can be made from hardwood (oak, ash, birch, beech), softwood (e.g. pine) is popular in old houses and is more affordable. You can also opt for exotic solid wood flooring, including jatoba, sapele, cabreuva, sucupira, tigerwood, walnut, or cherry. These woods are richly coloured and have distinctive textures and grains.

Solid wood floors can be dyed to match your decor and coated with linseed or tung oil. Polyurethane gloss, satin, or matt varnish can also be used. This type of flooring is usually tongue and groove and is installed on a plywood floor that is level, clean, smooth, and structurally sound.

Warning! Solid wood floors should never be installed over a radiant heating system, as there is a risk of damage.

Solid wood flooring comes in a broad range of quality and characteristics. The more affordable lower grades have more knots, while the higher grades are almost knot-free.

Light colours visually enlarge a room, while dark colours make open spaces feel cosier.

Keep in mind, also, that while dark shades create a rich calming effect, dust and dirt are much more visible.

Whatever sort you choose, any good quality flooring will withstand the test of time with grace and elegance if it is properly installed and well maintained.

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Laminate floors are affordable and attractive.

Solid wood flooring is timeless. PHOTO: CREATAS IMAGES/THINKSTOCK

Waterproof vinyl flooring is making waves AT E R PRO OF vinyl flooring is as practical in the bathroom and kitchen as it is in the playroom, garage, or basement. In other words, it is perfect for moisture-prone areas.

Available in tiles, planks, or sheets, waterproof vinyl flooring restores a youthful look to any room. Available in a great choice of designs, finishes, and colours, vinyl effectively mimics the appearance of other more expensive floorings, such as stone and ceramic.

As an interesting alternative to other hard surface flooring, vinyl covering is less slippery, softer, and much warmer for the feet.

Vinyl can also imitate the grain and texture of wood, even though no

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wood is involved in the manufacturing process.

Vinyl laminate has locking edges that any amateur handyman can install easily and quickly. However, before installation can begin you must ensure that the surface is smooth and level.

The cost of this kind of flooring is generally quite low, although it varies depending on the design, colour, thickness, and ease of installation. It requires no vapour or soundproofing membrane, making it a great way to save money and time.

A vinyl covered floor is resistant to shock, water, and mildew; it is easy to maintain; and it provides high stability.

Moreover, its flexibility gives it excellent acoustic properties.

Waterproof vinyl flooring is great for moistureprone areas such as the bathroom or basement. PHOTO: CREATAS IMAGES/THINKSTOCK

Laminate floors: a sensible choice RE you looking for flooring that offers durability and ease of maintenance? Would you like to give your home an attractive, natural finish that is affordable?

Maybe you’re also tempted by the thought of installing it yourself.

How about laminate floors?

This eco-friendly material is durable, lightweight, and adapted to healthy living. It imitates natural solid flooring to perfection and is made primarily of recycled wood.

This fire-resistant type of flooring is very popular at the moment. It stands up to wear and tear, heavy furniture, and stains, and it retains its lustre over the years. It can also be installed on a floor with underfloor heating.

Not only is laminate flooring ideal for a child’s room, it is also child’s play to install it!

The first step is to spread a water-

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proof membrane on the floor’s surface for soundproofing purposes. Then you click the sections together in a twisting motion in order to lock them together. No need for glue or nails!

The authentic wood look is not always necessary in today’s homes. Classic laminate flooring has evolved and is now available in all sorts of new textures. These days, the trend is towards laminate tiles.

Similar to the look of traditional flooring, bevelled laminate flooring brings a three-dimensional perspective to your floor, visually enlarging the room.

Flooring with a textile effect provides a touch of novelty, while a stone effect adds nobility and innovation to a room.

All you have to do is choose the perfect laminate floor according to the type of wood you want to imitate, as well as colour, format, and surface finish.