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There will always be those in our community who step up and make a change. Trailblazers who take risks and inspire others to follow their dreams. It takes courage to be a game changer. It requires guts, vision, determination and a real desire to make a difference. This month, we are delighted to introduce you to some locals who have all of the above traits in bucket loads. Whether they are mapping new parts of the world, making a difference to our environment, smashing world records or doing business differently, they all have a part to play in making the Sunshine Coast a better place to live. Our cover stars this month, Neil and Therese Playford have made a name

COVERSHOOT Shot on location at Point Cartwright, photography by Duke and Gypsy, hair and make-up by Melina Dee Makeup Artistry (melinadee.com.au) and clothing provided by Jeanswest Sunshine Plaza. Prawns bought from Point Cartwright Seafood Market, all other props are Profile’s own.

for themselves in the travel industry by providing a level of service and experience that is unparalleled. Owners of five local travel businesses on the Coast, the couple share the ethos behind their expansion and continued success. Nicole Fuge chats with 85-year-old retired surveyor and explorer Syd Kirkby who has explored and mapped more of Antarctica than anyone else and is regarded as one of Australia’s top 50 greatest explorers! Sunshine Coast teenager Liam Morey opens up about his goal to become the youngest person to circumnavigate Australia by aircraft and Kerrie Atherton talks candidly about her difficult past and how she’s drawing on her experiences to help others navigate their darkest days. We are honoured to have Vogue Australia’s first sustainability editor-at-large Clare Press chat to us about her mission to change the fashion industry and we catch up with the original creators of reusable

ceramic coffee cups Renton Bishopric and Clare Botfield, whose simple idea started a huge movement to stop coffee cups ending up in landfill. All this and lots more, including some great prizes to be won in this special Game Changers issue. We hope you enjoy this powerful issue of Profile and that it brings out the game changer in you! Cheers!

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Kerrie Atherton has faced more than her fair share of physical and emotional trauma throughout her life, but instead of letting her chequered past define her, this brave woman is drawing on her experiences to help others navigate their darkest days through her organisation, Stories of HOPE Australia. “I grew up in an alcoholic family. My mum and dad were both alcoholics and my father watched both his parents die of alcoholism,” says Kerrie Atherton. “I always felt different, now I think that was part of my make up. You hear people at AA (alcoholics anonymous) meetings say they felt like they never fit in until they had their first drink. It’s like it colours them in and they feel normal for the first time, that’s exactly how I felt when I started drinking at 15.” Recalling her childhood as tumultuous, with bad memories overshadowing the good, Kerrie was sexually abused by a paedophile while on holidays at nine years of age. It was to be the beginning of a downward spiral that would see her prescribed antidepressants when she was just 12 and the victim of rape at 17. “I was bullied at school and Mum was pretty messed up at the time. I quickly realised these pills made me feel good, they blocked the fear and the pain and I started to have more than I should and became addicted to them,” says Kerrie. She had her first drink at just 15 and became an instant alcoholic. “The difference between a social drinker and an alcoholic is an imbalance in the brain that doesn’t say ‘Stop drinking’. Once they have their first drink, they can’t stop. Every time I set out to have one drink I would end up paralytic, often ending up places without realising how I got there. “I drank a bottle of scotch and a bottle of wine one night and I was still sober, I had built up such a tolerance. I was hanging around the wrong company, making bad choices and attracted abusive boyfriends.” At 18, Kerrie hit rock bottom. It was at this point she faced the realisation that if she didn’t reach out for help she would soon meet the same fate as her family members before her. “I had totally lost hope,” says Kerrie. “I remember I actually heard a loud voice say, ‘Don’t do it, if you hang on a bit longer you will find happiness’. I had thought about suicide many times, it was more a cry for help. 8

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FEATURE | PROFILE I just thought I can’t do this for another day. I knew if I wanted to see my 21st birthday I could never drink or take any pills again. It was death or sobriety. I joined AA and I haven’t touched alcohol for 37 years.” Happily married for more than 30 years now, Kerrie is a devoted mum to two grown children and grandmother of two. Smiling photos of her precious family adorn her home and her eyes light up with pride when she speaks of their achievements. But despite her happy family life, Kerrie always felt she was destined to share her life story to help others who felt alone. “I can empathise with so many people on so many different fronts,” says Kerrie. “I knew there was a purpose for me, because I should have been dead so many times, but somehow I was just clutched from danger.” It wasn’t until two years ago, that Kerrie’s strength was tested yet again. Little did she know it would be the catalyst for the next chapter of her life’s journey. “I have lost eight members of my family since moving to Queensland 10 years ago, so it was like a grief tunnel,” says Kerrie. “Two years ago when my husband got very sick and my dad died, I hit rock bottom. I felt life was too hard. I went away into a dark place and I isolated myself for six weeks and I didn’t know how I was going to get out of it. It was hard. I had thoughts about turning to alcohol. “They talk about white knuckling it in AA and that is what I was doing. I didn’t know anybody who understood the depths of pain I was going through. I didn’t know where to turn.” Luckily, Kerrie’s strong faith stepped in and she found herself at a women’s conference at the Calvary Church. “There was a couple there who had been through horrible circumstances and they got up and spoke about it and how they got through it,” says Kerrie. “I had this pivotal moment right there that I had not gone through this pain in my life for it to be in vain. I was going to use it for other people’s gain. I have always had that fighting spirit. But something rose up in me and I saw myself speaking in front of many people. “I thought if I could share my stories and what I have come through I could bring hope to so many people and if I could provide an opportunity for other people to also come and share the stories of their pain and triumph over their circumstances, imagine what we could do together. Not long after that I started Stories of HOPE Australia.” Determined to prevent young people ending up where she did, Kerrie says suicide prevention is her number one mission. “I suffered bullying and loneliness growing up, I hardly had any friends so I know what it’s like to be the person that’s on their own. To think that someone is on their own breaks my heart,” says Kerrie, her eyes welling with tears, her emotions stripped bare. So what is Stories of HOPE?

“I hold events for people in the community so nobody feels like they have to do life alone. So that everybody has a place they can come to and ﬁnd hope in their hardest and darkest times. “I have two speakers every month who share their story of hope and often it’s the ﬁrst time they have gone public about it. It’s real, raw and honest. And when people hear stories of hope, they change and they change quickly.

“I THOUGHT IF I COULD SHARE MY STORIES AND WHAT I HAVE COME THROUGH I COULD BRING HOPE TO SO MANY PEOPLE AND IF I COULD PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR OTHER PEOPLE TO ALSO COME AND SHARE THE STORIES OF THEIR PAIN AND TRIUMPH OVER THEIR CIRCUMSTANCES, IMAGINE WHAT WE COULD DO TOGETHER. NOT LONG AFTER THAT I STARTED STORIES OF HOPE AUSTRALIA.” “Something that is missing in society is connection and lack of it is a huge contributor to suicide. A lot of people come into that room on their own and they are in their darkest moments. “I invite the audience to show a bit of kindness and talk to each other and all of a sudden you hear the noise rise and there is such a buzz in the room.” With no religious, political or business agenda allowed, Kerrie says she is very selective about who she presents to speak. The only agenda is to give and receive hope. “I cover as many topics as possible and I try and present everyday people with extraordinary stories. I don’t present anyone with a victim mentality. They have to have come out the other side. I just had a young guy speak who has the world’s rarest cancer and has been battling it for three years but he has the most overcoming attitude even though he is not through the journey yet. He got a standing ovation. “The one thing they all talk about though is coming to a place of gratitude. They all say that they would never take back the hard times because it has led them to ﬁnd their purpose.”

Every few months Kerrie presents a speaker who is well known in our community, including celebrity chef Matt Golinski and former AFL star Matt Adamson, but the message remains the same. “Whether we have one person in the room or 150, such as when Matt Golinski spoke, it’s all about the ones, if we can change one person’s life we don’t know what world changer they are going to go on to be.” Wise words indeed and not bad for a woman who has doubted herself her entire life. “The night I started I thought only five or six friends would turn up. At five to seven there was just me and then one person had turned up and then five minutes later 30 people walked in and some of them still come along today,” says Kerrie. “I’ve never had a lot of encouragement in my life so I have always sabotaged things I’ve dreamed of doing but I had to draw a line in the sand with this and I thought if it fails, bad luck. The fear of not doing it became greater than the fear of going ahead, so, I went for it and I haven’t looked back. I don’t doubt myself anymore. I don’t care what people think, and because of that, I am free.” For details on the the next Stories of HOPE Australia event go to empowerlifesolutions.com.au

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Introducing the new online community, mudputty.com, helping you find and book classes in your local area with the click of a button. We meet Raeleen Kaesehagen to discover the amazing range of classes and activities available right here on the Sunshine Coast and how it’s revolutionising the humble workshop. From learning the basics of January, an online community of classes, barista training, watercolour workshops and activities for women, men artistry, pottery, or how to and children of all ages and interests, decorate including outdoor cupcakes and adventure, “MUDPUTTY IS BUSINESS like a pro, technology, health IN A BOX, WE LOOK AFTER tapping and wellness, food MARKETING, PAYMENT, into the and drink, language skills and culture, BOOKINGS, LIST OF offered entertainment and ATTENDEES, REMINDERS, IT’S business. at local classes “We chose the ALL THERE, ALL THEY NEED have name mudputty as TO DO IS ROCK UP, WE’RE not only a reminder to be TRYING TO MAKE IT EASIER broadened playful and do the my horizons, things we love. FOR PEOPLE TO FOLLOW they reAs children, play THEIR PASSIONS. THERE ARE came naturally to instilled the MANY MUMS WHO WANT thirst for us. We did what learning I we loved without TO WORK FROM HOME thought I question, for the AND PEOPLE OF ALL AGES had lost. pure pleasure of it. Raeleen We’d play with mud LOOKING TO SUPPLEMENT Kaesehagen is make putty THEIR INCOME. WE ALL HAVE and a mum of two, because it was fun SKILLS IN AN AREA WE ARE who understands and felt good,” says the benefit of Raeleen. PASSIONATE ABOUT, SO “mudputty is about coming together CLASSES ARE A GREAT WAY giving ourselves as a community to TO DO THAT.” permission to follow learn – whether it our passions – to be through a lightlisten to the child within us who wants hearted and fun activity, or something to play, or pursue a lifelong dream – it’s designed to equip you with skills to further guaranteed to bring joy to your life.” your career or even start a new one! Booking into your favourite class Drawing on her background in IT, couldn’t be easier and can be done at your Raeleen founded mudputty.com in

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How mudputty works FOR ATTENDEES FIND AN ACTIVITY Discover activities available in your area and decide which one you’ll attend.

“MUDPUTTY IS ABOUT GIVING OURSELVES PERMISSION TO FOLLOW OUR PASSIONS – TO LISTEN TO THE CHILD WITHIN US WHO WANTS TO PLAY, OR PURSUE A LIFELONG DREAM – IT’S GUARANTEED TO BRING JOY TO YOUR LIFE.”

convenience; maybe you’re on your lunch break at work and book into a cooking class; the kids are finally in bed and you have time to look for a dance class; or you have the sudden urge to learn French – trouver une classe. Using mudputty’s online search, it is easy to find and book your favourite activity, pay online and view your scheduled classes, you can even contact your host if you have any questions about the class. The benefit and ease of mudputty also extends to people hosting classes, who no longer need to worry about the marketing or administration involved in running community classes, and are left to do what they do best. “mudputty is business in a box, we look after marketing, payment, bookings, list of attendees, reminders, it’s all there, all they need to do is rock up,” says Raeleen. “We’re trying to make it easier for people to follow their passions. There are many mums who want to work from home and people of all ages looking to supplement their income. We all have skills in an area we are passionate about, so classes are a great way to do that.”

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ATTEND YOUR CLASS Attend your class and have a fantastic time.

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Liam Morey is not like many other 16 years olds, in fact, he’s quite extraordinary all round. And it’s this attribute which has bode well, especially in his latest endeavour – to be the youngest person to fly solo around Australia. Liam Morey’s earliest memory of aviation is jumping on the trampoline in the backyard of his family’s Twin Waters home and watching the planes fly over. At the age of 14, Liam took his fascination with flying into his own hands and took on a few part time jobs to pay for flight training, which he admits is not the cheapest hobby in the world for a youngster to take interest in. In March last year, he obtained his pilot’s certificate, and in doing so became the youngest pilot in Australia at the time. “As millennial as it sounds, the idea (to fly around Australia) was first given to me by someone I was Facebook friends with, who I was mentoring in Sydney, he said, ‘Why don’t you do this?’ I brushed it off but after talking about it with Ivan, my flight instructor and a few other people, we thought if we really got into it now, we could start to get take off – no pun intended,” he says with a smile. Liam is in great company in his pursuits, given the Sunshine Coast is home to fellow aviation record-holder Lachlan Smart, who in 2016 became the youngest person to circumnavigate the world in a single engine aircraft at just 19 years old. “When he came back from the world 12

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record, it was amazing; he did such a great job and at the time I thought maybe I can do something like that in the future, it wasn’t at the forefront of my mind, but now we end up here,” he says.

“IT’S ABOUT FOSTERING THE PASSIONS OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND TELLING THEM ABOUT THE STEM INDUSTRY – SCIENCE, TECH, ENGINEERING AND MATHS.” The first step was completing his navigation training, because until that point Liam could only fly a limited distance from the Sunshine Coast Airport. The countdown is now on for Liam to jet off on the journey of a lifetime, departing from the Sunshine Coast Aero Club at 9am on Saturday, 1 September. Flying a Bristell Light Sport Aircraft, Liam will travel over 16,000km around Australia, making 30 stops along the way over a three-week period. Upon the successful completion of his flight, Liam will beat the current record holder by nearly six months. “I’m a little bit nervous, but I think that’s

healthy, I don’t think you can go into something like this without being nervous. “There are always going to be things we can’t control, such as weather or maintenance to a certain extent, which is why having a good logistics and support team behind you is really helpful.” To qualify for the Guinness World Record, Liam has to be by himself in the aircraft at all times, including any joy ﬂights along the way, and he has to provide video evidence and witness statements to prove he has physically completed the journey alone. “The Sunshine Coast Aero Club will be my base station, so we’ll have people looking ahead for weather, fuel and logistics; when I get there who is going to pick me up, who will help me with the fuelling, accommodate me? It’s a huge logistical eﬀort for over 30 locations over 16,000kms,” he says. Along with the prestige of holding such a title, Liam is largely motivated by the message he wants to deliver to all young Australians – the record-breaking stunt is purely a vehicle to attract attention. “It’s about fostering the passions of young people and telling them about the STEM industry – science, tech, engineering and maths,” he says.

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“And secondary to that is the whole idea of youth empowerment, teaching other people that their big ideas can become a reality too if they put enough hard work and perseverance into it.” Liam says STEM subjects have always been his favourite at school, and reveals that in the next five years there will be 160,000 jobs available in the STEM industry in Queensland, which is five times that of the next closest industry. “We don’t have enough people filling that. There is a significant deficiency in the STEM area moving forward, so I’m trying to spread that passion with other people and show people what they can do in that industry, including all of the robotics coming out, the movement of trying to replace plastic and the plastic bag ban; all of that is happening in the industry, so the more people who can head towards it and be passionate about it, the more the industry grows,” he says.

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The Heart of Gold Short Film Festival attracts short films of all genres from all corners of the globe. Profile spoke to artistic director and celebrated film director Emily Avila ahead of this exciting event on Gympie’s calendar. Gympie will come alive in the first weekend of October with the annual Heart of Gold Short Film Festival. Known as the loveliest film festival in Australia, Heart of Gold celebrates short films with heart from all over the world. With over 100 short films of all genres screening in venues across Gympie, it’s four days of heartwarming entertainment for everyone. Artistic director Emily Avila says the main prerequisite for the films featured at Heart of Gold is that they connect emotionally with the audience. “The mission of Heart of Gold is to program films that are uplifting, thoughtprovoking and celebrate the goodness of the human spirit. That can be films from any part of the world and any type of film; be it animation, documentary, drama, comedy or student films. We have films from people who aren’t necessarily filmmakers, who have made films that capture something that really resonate with an audience. So we’re a different type of film festival in that sense.” The other thing that sets this film festival apart is the unique screener process. After Emily views each submission she passes them onto small screener groups from the Gympie community, who gather in lounge-rooms to review and score each submission. This unique selection process ensures each film will not only be loved by the audience, but that the community will be introduced to new and interesting topics that spark conversations. “It’s a powerful thing each year for 14

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this community to work towards. And this festival is definitely run off that energy of the community creating it for the community,” says Emily.

“THE MISSION OF HEART OF GOLD IS TO PROGRAM FILMS THAT ARE UPLIFTING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING AND CELEBRATE THE GOODNESS OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT. “ Emily is no stranger to the film industry herself, after working in production and management for several years, and directing two of her own films, one of which will be screened at this year’s festival. Since joining the festival in 2016 Emily’s aim has been finding the world’s best films and bringing them to Gympie. Emily says short form filmmaking is really having its moment in 2018 thanks to social media and its short form content, and she expects to see a high calibre of talent at this year’s festival. She also encourages people to come along and test out their skills at the industry masterclasses on offer. “Film can seem like a faraway medium when you’re not being exposed to the production of it. I think to have that exposure to that medium is really important and it really does encourage

people to try and tell their story. Short form is the easiest way to get into film, so people can come to the masterclasses and learn new skills,” she says. Emily expects the 2018 festival to be bigger and better than ever with its industry masterclasses, opening gala night, awards party and the screening of the feature film Backtrack Boys, which won best documentary at this year’s Sydney Film Festival. There will also been plenty of live music on offer, including local band Hat Fitz and Cara bringing their iconic sound to the festival. “It’s a really exciting four days. The Civic Centre gets packed out. Prospectors Hall has heaps of events going on all through the day. There’s something for everybody; coffee and comedy, family films, all sorts of different sessions to suit different interests. It’s worth the drive and worth coming along to check out. Because it’s a pretty special festival.”

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You’ve seen them everywhere, chances are you’re drinking from one right now, but have you ever wondered where they came from? Renton Bishopric and Clare Botfield are the creators of the first ceramic reusable coffee cups, saving over 10 million takeaway cups from going into landfill.

Angus and Julia Stone lulls in the background as Renton Bishopric takes me on a tour of his pottery barn, which I mean quite literally, as it’s a stunning old horse stable converted into a ceramics workshop and warehouse – a delicious combination for a consciously creative mind. Renton opens the door to the kiln, which was ﬁred two days ago, and you can still hear the delicate chink of the pottery cooling. “I’m a second generation potter, my folks have both been making pottery for more than 40 years,” he says. “They moved to Central Queensland, to a small rainforest 16

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location north of Yeppoon in the late ‘70s, so they were part of the hippy generation heading for the alternative lifestyle. “Growing up, clay has always been part of my life, we used to make little animals and put them in the shop, that’s how we’d make our money.”

“WE SAW THE OPPORTUNITY FOR CREATING CHANGE IN OUR DISPOSABLE CULTURE, WHICH IS SOMETHING WE’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT, CHANGING THE CULTURE SURROUNDING SINGLE-USE PRODUCTS.” After high school, Renton headed overseas, where he lived and travelled in Europe. Upon returning home to

Queensland, he rebuffed the traditional idea of getting a job and completed a traineeship with his dad, making pots and tableware. “In 2012, I made a piece to enter the Queensland Regional Art Awards, it was called Coal for Breakfast and it was a political statement on what we’re doing to Queensland through coal mining; both culturally and environmentally, and it won,” he says. “My partner Clare then had the idea to make a run of small pieces inspired by the artwork, which we sold and raised money for a campaign against a coal port in Keppel Bay and that was the beginning of Pottery for the Planet.” In 2015, Renton and Clare moved to the Sunshine Coast and set up their studio at Mount Coolum and a shop in Eumundi, and a year later began making their ceramic coffee cups – unaware of the frenzy about to unleash. “We started making the cups for Woodford Folk Festival, where we did a stall and it was really successful. We saw the opportunity for creating change in our disposable culture, which is something we’re passionate about, changing the culture surrounding single-use products,” says Renton. They refined the product, to upscale and push it further than just here on the Sunshine Coast. And the timing could not have been better, with the ABC airing its award-winning War on Waste program in 2017. “That was the catalyst for the zero waste movement in Australia taking off and overnight our phones started ringing and within three months of that program, our staff had doubled and within another three months we’d doubled again,” he says. “We’re now providing to over 100 stockists around Australia and online, it’s been a wild ride!” Since Pottery for the Planet launched their ceramic coffee cups, there have been a string of other businesses nationwide jumping on the bandwagon and copying the concept. “From our point of view, the most important thing is we’re doing good by the environment, the more we can reduce the use of single-use items in our society the better, because the planet is a winner,” says Renton. “Our generation has been left holding the baton to create environmental and social change. The destruction we’re

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causing the environment is not something we can sit back and say, ‘Hopefully the next generation will work out’, it has to be sorted out now. “Unfortunately over the past generations, they’ve turned a blind eye towards what’s going on but now there is no turning a blind eye; what’s going on is in our face and each and every person has a responsibility to combat that and do whatever they can to minimise their own footprint.” For this reason, Renton says they also recycle packaging that has come from other businesses, to package their fragile items; a gesture greatly appreciated by his customers, who also, have a conscious mind. “There are so many businesses out there that are disposing of something into the rubbish that could be used by another business before it ends up in landﬁll. That’s something we need to look at as a society; how we collaborate to reduce waste between businesses,” he says. Renton and Clare have also partnered with the Australian Marine Conservation Society and are hoping to create a limited edition cup to raise much-needed funds.

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With a growing business, Renton says he seldom has time on the wheel anymore, and has since turned his hand to glazing, creating the most beautiful colours from natural minerals. “The world of glazing is endless, the colours you can create goes on and on and it’s a lifetime of experimentation ahead to pursue,” he says. “We are big believers in that you need to create a unique product and the way to do that is through the materials you use – you can do that through clay types or through the glazes you mix. “There are commercially available glazes that are premixed and you’ll never know the recipe of them, it’s like buying paint, or you can mix glazes from scratch and that’s where you open the door and where the true opportunity for creative pursuit comes into play. “It takes months or years to develop these colours and a lot of the glazes we’re using are the glazes I’ve been given the recipe for by my dad, so he’s spent 40 years developing it and has given it to me and he’s still evolving it in his own way. We’re always collaborating and bouncing ideas oﬀ each other. “In mixing glazes from scratch and using the raw materials, your experimentation can take on a world of its own and you create a product that people can’t copy.” Using these natural materials to make a product solely created to better the very earth they came from, there really is no truer form of life imitating art.

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Old age comes to us all and with it comes a unique set of lifestyle and healthcare challenges. Kendall Morton, mum-of-four and owner of award-winning business Home Care Assistance Sunshine Coast is making her mark on the industry by offering exemplary in-home services for the elderly. “I started out in the aged care industry two years ago, and for the first time ever I felt I was exactly where I was meant to be,” says Kendall Morton. “I had never felt as fulfilled or passionate about work before. It felt like such a fit, I couldn’t wait to go to work every day.” Previously, Kendall worked in education and accounting. Her initial foray into aged care was an administration role with another business and when the opportunity presented to purchase the Sunshine Coast franchise of Home Care Assistance, she jumped in at the deep end. “I just thought, ‘Let’s do this’, I don’t want to have any regrets. We started with no clients, no staff and a plan and it has grown bigger than what I ever could have dreamed of,” says Kendall. Servicing Redcliffe to Bundaberg, Home Care Assistance Sunshine Coast is a franchise model, which provides care on an hourly, daily or temporary respite basis. They offer support from basic daily living 18

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through to more advanced or specialised care for conditions such as stroke or Alzheimer’s. A relatively new business model to Australia, Kendall had her work cut out to comply with Australian standards and in developing new policies and procedures. “It is quite a successful model in the United States, but completely different to what we have here in Australia,” says Kendall. “We are incredibly lucky to have such a huge part of the Federal budget dedicated to aged care and disability, they have an entirely private pay model over there, they don’t have any government funding.” However, it doesn’t come without lots of checks and balances. “In Australia we can have the most beautiful franchise model in the world but ultimately we are responsible and accountable to the Australian Government, we have to meet their standards,” she says. “There was a lot of development around policy and procedures and manuals and employment standards, it was the toughest year of my life, but I worked so hard and it was a great opportunity for me to demonstrate to myself what I am capable

“AS PEOPLE AGE, THERE ARE REALLY HIGH INSTANCES OF ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION. THEY LOSE THAT SENSE OF PURPOSE. OUR MODEL IS MORE HOLISTIC. IT’S JUST AS MUCH ABOUT OVERALL HAPPINESS AS IT IS GETTING THOSE TASKS DONE.” of. I have never been in a position where I was making big decisions for an entire organisation and yet I found myself in that position and I did what I had to do.” Not someone to shy away from a challenge or hard work, Kendall was also responsible for creating and implementing a brand new software system for the business, Australia-wide. “I knew that in order to be efficient you have to have good tools, and software is one of those tools. For the first 12 months I configured the new software system and did the training and roll-out. That was

“WE OFFER ALL ASPECTS OF IN-HOME SUPPORT SUCH AS MEAL PREP, MEDICATION, RESPITE SERVICES, SOCIAL SUPPORT, SHOPPING, CLEANING, TRANSPORT TO APPOINTMENTS, ANYTHING THAT CAN HELP PEOPLE STAY SAFE AND HAPPY IN THEIR OWN HOME.”

probably my biggest challenge because I underestimated the time it would take. “I also created an entire set of instruction videos for people who are visual learners and a matching user guide and did 24-hour on-call support for all the other franchises. “But when I look back I didn’t feel stressed, you run on adrenalin. Thankfully those days are behind me and I look at other business owners now and I realise we have all gone through times like that.” Kendall is also quick to point out that without her amazing team behind her, she could not have achieved the success she has today. “I’m so lucky to be surrounded by people who believe in my vision and work so hard to meet those expectations,” she says. So what makes Home Care Assistance Sunshine Coast so successful? “We offer all aspects of in-home support such as meal prep, medication, respite services, social support, shopping, cleaning, transport to appointments, anything that can help people stay safe and happy in their own home. “But the difference is that we take it a lot further than the basics. Our care planning really revolves around relationships and giving people happiness and a sense of purpose. “As people age, there are really high instances of anxiety and depression. They lose that sense of purpose. Our model is more holistic. It’s just as much about overall happiness as it is getting those tasks done.” At the heart of what Kendall and her 52 staff are most passionate about is carer consistency and ensuring clients are comfortable with who they are welcoming into the privacy of their own home. “We know our clients, their background, their stories. We know they are feeling quite vulnerable at this stage of their life, they lose a lot of confidence. “So if they have three or four services

a week, we will keep it to two carers and any time there is a change, they receive a call so they are aware of the plan. It’s also important for us as carers because when you see someone regularly you will notice any changes in their health, if you don’t know them, you won’t have a baseline to compare.” Kendall’s hard work was recognised at the Sunshine Coast Business Awards in November, when the business won two categories, Health and Customer Service and Engagement. “I was not expecting it at all. It was great to just be a finalist,” says Kendall. “We were up against some truly remarkable businesses, so when they called out my name, not once but twice, I was in shock. “To win the best in customer service across all business types was incredible. I got a bit teary because customer service is such a big driver for me. “I feel so honoured to be making a difference in an industry I love so much.”

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With 40 years of combined travel industry experience and 77 countries visited between them, Neil and Therese Playford have worked hard to build a team of well-travelled staﬀ who are just as passionate as them when it comes to ensuring their clients have the trip of a lifetime.

hether it’s trekking through the game reserves of Africa or taking in the bright lights of the Big Apple, there are not too many places husband and wife team Neil and Therese Playford haven’t experienced first-hand. Owners of Travel Associates Caloundra, Mountain Creek, Noosa and Hervey Bay as well as small group tour company, Escorted Escapes, the dynamic duo attribute their success in the travel game to being able to offer a real, first-hand account of their travels to their clients. And it’s something they value highly in their staff across all four branches. “It’s all about experience and knowledge,” says Neil. “Every one of our staff would have 10 to 15 years of experience, which really sets us apart from the competition. They have hundreds of years of experience between them. Talking to someone who can craft your holiday based on personal experience and acquired knowledge can add valuable suggestions to your travel plans.” “Even if they haven’t been there themselves, often there will be a staff member who has,” adds Therese. “People build a relationship with our travel agents. They might have been

booking with them for the last 10 or 12 years because they have always received excellent customer service and always get more than they expect. It’s all about building trust.” Originally from the UK, with a background in sport and recreation, Neil was living and working in New Zealand when he decided to change paths to work in the travel industry. “I have always been an avid traveller,” says Neil. “I had been around the world a couple of times already and was booking a trip back to England when I realised I knew more about the airlines and where they ﬂew than the agent did and I just had a passion for it so decided to become a travel agent myself. It was while working for Flight Centre in New Zealand that Neil met Therese, who had already clocked up quite a few years in the industry and the duo then relocated to a Sydney branch of the business. Two years later, the opportunity arose to open Flight Centre’s ﬁrst franchise of Escape Travel in Australia, which happened to be in Caloundra and they jumped at the chance. “We had holidayed on the Sunshine Coast and loved it so we bought an

“PEOPLE BUILD A RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR TRAVEL AGENTS. THEY MIGHT HAVE BEEN BOOKING WITH THEM FOR THE LAST 10 OR 12 YEARS BECAUSE THEY HAVE ALWAYS RECEIVED EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ALWAYS GET MORE THAN THEY EXPECT. IT’S ALL ABOUT BUILDING TRUST.” - THERESE investment property here with a view to move up at some stage,” says Neil. “Prior to opening the Caloundra store, we visited the location and studied our potential competitors. We felt that if we based our business on the values of great customer service, honesty and integrity, our clients would become clients for life. We feel this ethos is the backbone of our success,” says Therese. Over the past 12 years, the Playfords have earnt themselves a reputation as being among the best in the industry and PROFILEMAG.COM.AU

“We started Escorted Escapes six years ago. There was a great deal on a cruise in the Mediterranean and I emailed my personal clients and said, ‘Who wants to come?’ and 27 people joined me. They had such a good time, most of them came to the next one I hosted in Canada and Alaska and then we added in South America and Africa. Now we have a world-wide program of escorted tours,” says Neil. “Basically, it’s travel made simple with one very transparent price. We pick you up from home, we include all your airfares, tipping, visas, all of your touring and sightseeing, so there are no nasty optional extras and they travel with one of our consultants from Australia and back. “It is very popular with the more mature traveller or solo travellers, as it oﬀers security and peace of mind. We have about 15 departures a year to nine diﬀerent destinations.”

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have built a loyal customer base through referrals and repeat customers, which they attribute to their highly experienced staff. “The main secret is our staff, if you have great staff the clients will follow them. Clients want to see the same people and receive the same great service every time,” says Therese. “Travel has become a people business and that is what the internet doesn’t do. It doesn’t give you that personal connection and relationship,” says Neil. “You get to know your clients so well over the years. We have some who go for lunch with their consultant or they might pop in to the office when the girls are having a champagne and we will offer them a glass too, some even bring us in baked goods, 22

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you become family really,” says Therese. “I stopped consulting 18 months ago because the business had grown too big but I still had clients I looked after in Sydney who still wanted to book through me even though I hadn’t lived there for more than 10 years, so it’s about the person and not the name above the door,” says Neil. After clocking up 10 years in business at Caloundra, the couple took a leap of faith and opened another branch in Hervey Bay. Two years ago, they added a branch at Noosa and they have just opened the doors of their Mountain Creek branch. “We never set out to have four retail stores,” says Therese. “At 10 years we thought, ‘Yay we have done it’, and then the rest just happened organically. It was all opportunity and good timing and again great staﬀ.” Just when you thought they couldn't ﬁt anymore in to their busy schedule, the entrepreneurial couple, who also have two young children, have another arm to their business focusing on personalised small group tours.

In another first for the couple, Neil and Therese became the first ever Travel Associates franchise in May. “Flight Centre rebranded their business in February this year, to no longer include Escape Travel and offered Travel Associates as a franchise brand, which we felt was a perfect fit for our existing businesses,” says Therese. “Travel Associates have been around for 20 years, they are a premium travel brand of Flight Centre Travel Group and

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“IT’S ALL ABOUT EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, EVERY ONE OF OUR STAFF WOULD HAVE 10 TO 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, WHICH REALLY SETS US APART FROM THE COMPETITION." - NEIL their unique selling proposition is 'Our Experience Counts’. It’s the experience of our consultants that sets them apart from the rest of the travel industry.” “The premium side of things is more around the service and experience rather than the product necessarily. We sell all travel products, from your Bali holiday to a luxury ocean cruise,” adds Neil. “Our stores are spacious and inviting, creating a pleasant environment for both clients and staff.” The couple is also doing their bit for the local community and is passionate about giving back to the people of the Sunshine Coast who have supported them. “Neil is a keen golfer so two years ago we met with Mark and Caroline from 92.7 Mix FM and the opportunity came up to run the Give Me 5 For Kids Golf Day. We auction a prize, which includes a river cruise and airfares. We have raised $50,000 in two years,” says Therese. “What we love about Give Me 5 For Kids is that all the money stays on the Coast, which helps everyone,” adds Neil. And it’s that support that has helped them in the recent expansion of their business. “Even though it’s growing, the Sunny Coast still has that small-town feel. People are so generous and kind to each other on the Coast, it’s incredible,” says Neil. “Give Me 5 For Kids is the perfect example, the community raised a staggering $600,000 for charity in one month. “People know their neighbours here and that has really helped us in business as well. In Sydney, we wouldn’t have got the referrals we do here. People stay here long term, you get that loyalty and they refer their friends and family. There has also been a big shift with the shop local campaigns supporting local businesses and it has a knock-on effect for the whole community.” Neil and Therese certainly have the same ethos when it comes to their business but when it comes to their favourite travel destinations, they are worlds apart. “I’m an African nut, I love the place, particularly the game reserves. I’m not a city person, museums and churches do nothing for me to be honest. I love wildlife and scenery. We offer three different small group trips to Africa. I love seeing people’s faces when they see their first elephant in the wild, it blows their mind,” says Neil. “I love New York,” says Therese. “It’s such a great city, there is just so much to see and do.” Either way, wherever in the world you are dreaming of travelling next, they probably have a story or two to share with you.

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Ask them a travel question about any country in the world and one of them is sure to have the answer. Clocking up a whopping 126 countries between them, the teams behind Neil and Therese’s Sunshine Coast retail branches oﬀer their clients a wealth of ﬁrst hand knowledge and experience. Profile chats to the managers of the Caloundra, Mountain Creek and Noosa branches about their passion for helping others discover the wonders of the world through travel.

Danielle Wulf - Manager Travel Associates Noosa Civic COMBINED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AT BRANCH: 100 COUNTRIES VISITED: 25 FAVOURITE CITY: Vancouver HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY? 22 years CAN YOU SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES SO FAR? Most of my experience has been as a travel agency manager on the Sunshine Coast. Over the years, I've had the pleasure, alongside my colleagues, to achieve global award achievements and been to as many as 25 countries. I have lived and worked in various locations in Australia and more recently spent four years living in Fiji before relocating back to the Sunshine Coast to open Travel Associates Noosa.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE NOOSA BRANCH? Our experience! All of our team have been in the travel and tourism sector for a long time. We have some of the longest-standing employees in the industry. I truly value my team and their ability to help design a memorable holiday for our clients.

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WHAT IS IT ABOUT NEIL AND THERESE’S WORK ETHOS THAT HAS LED TO THEIR SUCCESS? When I came back to Australia I wanted to work in an environment that provided great leadership, yet empowered me to grow in my role. Neil and Therese oﬀer the nurturing environment of a small business. However, they provide the support and guidance of a large company. We feel appreciated and rewarded for doing a job we love.

WHY IS IT STILL IMPORTANT TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENT RATHER THAN DOING IT YOURSELF? We as agents know the market. But the most important thing to know is booking through a travel agent doesn't cost you more, we actually save you money, but I recommend to book with experience. The internet has a deﬁnitive place for researching, but through an agent, you gain a product and a service. We are here to provide a service to ensure your needs are met and services are guaranteed. We save you time and oﬀer professional advice and will look after you from the day we meet to the day you return home, 24/7.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT TRAVEL AGENT? A visionary, a personable person with attentive listening skills, great attention to detail and a good travel agent should make everything less stressful. We work so closely with our clients’ travel journeys, we commonly create great friendships along the way. And of course a passion for travel.

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Darin Warburton - Manager Travel Associates Mountain Creek COMBINED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AT BRANCH: 101 COUNTRIES VISITED: 54 FAVOURITE CITY: Prague HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY? I have been in retail

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE MOUNTAIN CREEK BRANCH? We are a store which is small and very personable. We take the time to get the details right.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT NEIL AND THERESE’S WORK ETHOS THAT HAS LED TO THEIR SUCCESS? They have a reputation that is synonymous with the very best in our industry. Our clients are paramount always. They do a fabulous job creating relationships in the local area. Their support of the Give Me 5 For Kids charity is one such example.

travel for 20 years and prior to that I was based overseas for eight years working in various travel roles.

WHY IS IT STILL IMPORTANT TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENT RATHER THAN DOING IT YOURSELF? We oﬀer maximum convenience and guidance borne from personal experience and the expertise of sending many, many people to that destination. We can also support clients should they run into diﬀiculties.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT TRAVEL AGENT? An agent with high expertise industrywide who builds long term interpersonal relationships through great service and arranging consistently great holidays.

CAN YOU SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE SO FAR? My travel experience started 28 years ago. Prior to 1999, I was a coach tour guide in Europe, I worked in ski resorts in Italy as a local representative and guide. I also worked and managed resorts in Bali and Canada. These work and travelling experiences allowed me to have a great understanding of what a client feels when they arrive overseas, whether it be their ﬁrst time or their 30th trip. After I came home in 1999, I sought a role where I could add value to people’s lives given my overseas experience and as a result I became a travel agent.

Jo Rea - Manager Travel Associates Caloundra COMBINED YEARS EXPERIENCE AT BRANCH: 100 NUMBER OF COUNTRIES VISITED: 47 FAVOURITE CITY: Vancouver HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY? 24 years CAN YOU SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE IN THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY SO FAR? I started working for Queensland Rail holidays almost a lifetime ago! Twenty four years! I moved onto Flight Centre in 2007 becoming a cruise specialist. In 2012, I made the decision to join Neil and Therese Playford in the Caloundra store. I haven’t looked back.

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WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE CALOUNDRA BRANCH? Our experience. Not only for working in the travel industry but our experience travelling. Unlike many agents, we can give true, ﬁrst-hand accounts of many countries in the world. If one of us don't know an area, someone in the oﬀice will. We pride ourselves on being your local cruise experts.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT NEIL AND THERESE’S ETHOS THAT HAS LED TO THEIR SUCCESS? They look after their staﬀ. When you work for Neil and Therese you join the family. You feel valued, appreciated and very much spoilt.

WHY IS IT STILL IMPORTANT TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENT RATHER THAN DOING IT YOURSELF? We can give ﬁrst-hand experience and knowledge. As they say,

'Without a travel agent you are on your own'. We are your first point of contact, a local phone number. With one phone call, not only can your holiday be organised but we are also able to help you if changes need to be made to your booking before or while you are on holiday. We love to travel and we love sharing the excitement of your next holiday. The internet does not offer this. We can recommend restaurants, little bits of information from our last holiday and favourite shopping spots. These are the little extras we can offer compared to booking online yourself.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT TRAVEL AGENT? Our job is more than just selling travel, we maintain and grow our business based on our repeat and referral business. Our clients are part of our family, we care about their travel needs and aim to go beyond their expectations. REBECCA WATT, VALERIE CLEMENS, TARA KANE, CASSIE MCCARTHY, FRANCES WYVILL, KARISSA ABURN (FINANCIAL CONTROLLER). ABSENT: JO REA

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Syd Kirkby is an 85-year-old retired surveyor and explorer, who has explored and mapped more of Antarctica than anyone else. Regarded as one of Australia’s 50 greatest explorers, and recognised on the Queen’s Birthday Honours List, Syd oﬀers us a glimpse into the deep, white south. “With every step; you’re stepping oﬀ the edge of the known world, and you can’t help but be aware of the fact that in all time, no other living creature has ever seen it, no feet have been there – it’s as though this didn’t exist until you saw it.”

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Growing up in Western Australia, Syd Kirkby always planned to study law. But in his final year of school, changed his mind after recalling a conversation he had many years ago with an old family friend, whose son was a surveyor and filled four-year-old Syd’s head with stories of exploring South Australia in the 1800s. Syd undertook a cadetship in surveying, and sought mentors in the highest of places, including astronomer and navigator, Alf Townsend, who suggested Syd take his place on the expedition of the Great Sandy Desert in 1954. “It was wonderful, there were still tribal people living in the way they always had been, they knew of white people but hadn’t seen them, we couldn’t speak a word of each other’s language but we got along with them beautifully,” says Syd. Then at age 21, before Syd had sat for his final exams, he threw his hat into the ring for an expedition to Antarctica with the late, great Phillip Law. The only issue was they were looking for a graduate surveyor no younger than 28. “Phil took a huge punt with someone

unqualified and under the age, because you needed a fairly high level of maturity and mental toughness to deal with Antarctic conditions,” says Syd. The other hurdle Syd was to overcome was being cleared medically, as he beared the physical disabilities from polio when he was five years old. “I went through my life until my 20s being rejected, I was rejected for Duntroon and Flinders and I was keen at one stage to take up a military, naval or air force career but they wouldn’t touch me because of polio,” he says. Because Syd went through the old cadetship system, an esteemed surveyor general of Western Australia was his master, and was keen for Syd to win the position on the Antarctic expedition. “He would never admit it but he helped me work the angles, so he declared that I was leading a project in a remote area in WA and wouldn’t be able to get down to Perth to see the Commonwealth medical officer and he would help to arrange for someone suitable in Geraldton to examine me and see if I was medically fit,” he says. “I was examined in Geraldton by a lovely old fella whose medical opinions were much clarified with the help of whisky. He happened to be a great fight fan and he reckoned anyone who could go a bit in the

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“FRONTIERS ARE NOT REAL THINGS, THEY’RE MERELY A STATE OF MIND – GET GOING, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.”

ring had to be alright (Syd was a successful amateur fighter at the time). “In fairness to him, by this stage of the game I was super fit, super strong.” Syd was cleared and joined the ANARE (Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions) party at the ripe age of 22. He has since been to Antarctica about 20 times; having wintered three times and completed a number of summer stints through the 1960s, and in the ‘90s and 2000s he had an association with various expeditions as an observer. “Over the years I managed to aggregate pretty extensive involvement with the exploration and mapping of Antarctica – I’m fairly widely accepted as having explored and mapped more of Antarctica than anyone living or dead,” Syd says proudly. “All my work has been in east Antarctica, the windy part of Antarctica. Think of this…,” he says, leaning in closer, “three men living in a little 2m x 1.5m x 1.5m high fabric tent for four months on end; eating concentrated food, pemmican and biscuits, with your comrades literally shoulder to shoulder to you every minute. “You’re in your little fabric tent and the wind is blowing – and you have seen this wind pick up a fully laden DC3 aircraft, weighing 32,500 pounds, about the same weight as eight full-sized Landcruisers, and blow it 10 miles – and all that’s between you and it is a wall of fabric.” Talking about his time in Antarctica reignites Syd. His eyes beam like that of a young man in his 20s, as he recounts experiences with killer whales; and equally as fast they fill with immense pride and sorrow as he remembers his comrades. “You have this awareness that in all of

heaven and earth there is no help, no salvation, no comfort for you, but your own efforts and your comrades; so you have very close comradeship and deep admiration for your comrades,” he says. “Everyone knows the lowest natural temperature recorded on earth, recorded at the Russian station, was -89.4º; nobody has any conception of what that feels like, apart from the tiny handful of people who have experienced it. “Temperatures are so low that you have two sinus cavities in your bones here and here (gesturing above his eyebrows), they get irritated with cold and you get more than normal fluid in them. When it’s seriously cold, sometimes that fluid will freeze inside and it’s utterly unspeakable agony, I’ve seen men who I know to be the bravest creatures around, screaming and begging to be killed in the agony of it. When you come through the other side of it, you know things about yourself and your comrades and it’s an unspeakable privilege to have the opportunities to be engaged in that.” Syd, who moved to the Sunshine Coast in 1991, is regarded as one of Australia’s 50 greatest explorers and was this year recognised on the Queen’s birthday honours list. Despite the acknowledgment, he remains as humble as ever. “I don’t think anyone ever does anything like I’ve done for the purposes of this, the rewards are at the time (the exploration of the unknown),” he says, encouraging other young men and women to seek the same adventure. “Frontiers are not real things, they’re merely a state of mind – get going, anything is possible.”

SYD KIRKBY. PHOTO BY BLISS PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEAH

SYD’S FIRST LANDING ON NELLY ISLAND, AGED 22

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Profile sits down with the owner of What The Fox Creative, Wayne Fraser, to discover what happens when you merge a renowned business consultancy firm with a foxy creative agency. Spoiler alert: it’s an alliance of epic proportions. When Maxum founder Wayne Fraser started to learn more and more about his client What The Fox Creative, he soon realised how fitting a partnership would be. For almost two years, Wayne has worked tirelessly behind the scenes in order for Maxum to take over What The Fox and the businesses have now co-branded to bring about comprehensive strategies for their clients. Wayne, who is an accountant with a background in management consulting, says the aim of Maxum is to help businesses achieve greatness. “It’s always been about consulting clients, building their business, growing their business and building their wealth,” he says. When a client comes to Maxum wanting to grow their business, marketing and branding is always a major part of the process and that’s where What The Fox comes in. “Every client wants to grow and build their business and marketing is a huge part of that. And historically we’ve outsourced that, so now it means we can bring all those services in-house,” says Wayne. “We can offer clients a much more comprehensive package.” Clients now have the opportunity to get even more help when they come to either What The Fox or Maxum, thanks to synergy of the businesses. “We’ve been able to help our clients set up all of the things that Maxum does in terms of business structures and planning for growth, but we’re now helping them from a marketing and digital perspective now too. We now cover business, online, branding and social media strategies,” says Wayne. The overall goal is to develop sustainable strategies to help businesses flourish well into the future with a motto of ‘get it right the first time’. What The Fox has a unique offering for a creative agency, as a perfect union Charmaine Woodison explains. “What The Fox has a team of creative thinkers and doers that work together to deliver all of your marketing needs by combining out-of-the-box brand strategies with compelling and beautiful design solutions. Some clients use What The Fox as an extension of their in-house marketing team and others find that having the foxes 28

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be their marketing team is a much more cost-effective way to access all of the specialists they need,” she says. Armed with a mountain of knowledge and creative expertise, What The Fox focuses on brand touch points at every level to ensure businesses are making meaningful connections with their audiences.

“IT’S ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT CONSULTING CLIENTS, BUILDING THE BUSINESS, GROWING THE BUSINESS AND BUILDING WEALTH.” “What The Fox does more than creating a brand for your business, it’s about creating a long term marketing strategy that aligns with your business plan and sets you up for success. It’s so beneficial for our clients to have their business advisors, accountants and marketing experts under one roof ,” Wayne adds. Maxum clients are already benefiting from the merger, with a number taking on help from the foxes to create a beautiful brand. “It’s been easy to move the Maxum clients over to What The Fox because we have helped them build their business over the years. They know our methodologies. So now we can do the same thing with their marketing,” says Wayne. “What The Fox clients have their marketing sorted but they might not have looked at their business from a tax or asset protection or business growth perspective. So whichever side they’re coming from, they end up with a comprehensive package.” Wayne says the acquisition has meant that Maxum can delve more into the digital space, thanks to What The Fox’s expertise. What The Fox has provided Maxum with improved digital methodologies so clients can move into the digital arena and keep up with rapidly advancing technology. It also means Maxum and What The Fox have the ability to service clients all over the world. “We’ve managed to combine everything you need for exponential growth from education, strategy and support through to implementation and results,” he says. When clients come to What The Fox and Maxum, they can feel at ease knowing they have the backing of both teams and with joint workshops and services on offer, they have big plans for the future. It’s safe to say this synergy will bring world-class solutions to businesses of the Sunshine Coast and beyond.

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WHEN

LOVE

ends

SEPARATION • BREAK-UPS • DIVORCE Breaking-up can be an unbearable event even when it was your decision. It doesn’t have to be the worst time of your life and a legal battle produces no winners when a family is involved. The aftermath fuels the dislike towards each other and will continue to seep into future family occasions. SO HOW CAN YOU ACHIEVE A FAIR OUTCOME FOR ALL PARTIES AND KEEP IT ALL TOGETHER DURING ONE OF THE MOST STRESSFUL TIMES OF YOUR LIFE? Alvia Turney founder and CEO of Act4Tomorrow Separation Specialists decided after her own protracted and exorbitantly priced separation that the traditional approach of lawyer verses lawyer only added to the animosity and division between parties. “I learned that the process is actually very straightforward, once you know where you sit legally, the rest is practical solutionbased support. Don’t complicate things by being vindictive or imagining you are entitled to more than your legal advice, move to settlement as quickly as you can, and you will find peace and happiness without huge legal bills.”

A STEP BY STEP GUIDED, FULLY MANAGED PROCESS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER DURING YOUR SEPARATION. We work with clients throughout Australia and Australians residing overseas. We offer a set fee price, no hidden costs, no extras, no ticking hourly rate on the clock, every appointment, email, text and negotiation are included. Did I say we facilitate all the back and forth conversations between you both? We can work with you on your own, however if you both work with us the process time and costs can be minimised. We are completely impartial because why you brokeup is your business, moving you out of your separation is our business. And best of all, we work alongside independent lawyers who have the same ethos as us, they believe in getting you to a settlement without a legal battle.

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from ENDING to NEW BEGINNING

1. ENDING – Clarity, unsure to stay or leave? Is your fear of leaving the overriding factor for staying? If you wish you were out of the relationship, dread going home, wish your partner would leave, find out how to organise leaving from a Separation Specialist. 2. PLANNING – It is advisable to do some basic homework prior to saying, “It’s over”. You do not need to be a detective or snoop, most of the information is everyday banking, super and valuations. Securing funds, pins and passwords should also be considered.

3. BREAK-UP – Face-to-face can cause more pain and sorrow, you may also be talked back into staying. A letter followed by a discussion allows the other party privacy to retain dignity and overcome the shock. There is no right or wrong way, your ex-partner’s personality will have some bearing.

4. LEGAL ADVICE – You do not require a legal bulldog, the law has a list of questions which determines your outcome. Choose the most sensible lawyer and work quickly to find a settlement. 5. NEGOTIATING – Even amicable couples find it uncomfortable and difficult to negotiate who keeps what, what’s fair, sharing assets and liabilities. An independent mediator or separations specialist will help keep discussions civil. Compromising is not giving in, it’s getting out.

THE COMMON QUESTIONS WE GET ASKED ARE:

u Do I need a solicitor? v How much will this cost? w How can I get this sorted out? x How long is this going to take? y Will I be financially alright?

6. LEGAL PAPERWORK – Handshakes are not enough, work with lawyers who will draft your negotiated agreement without derailing the outcome you have worked hard to reach.

Feeling completely in the dark with no-one to show you the way, can result in the ‘fear factor’:

7. NEW BEGINNING – It is ONLY a break-up, it is not a terminal illness, it is an ending but also a beginning. If your partner had died you would have to face the future without them, better to be with someone you love and who loves you than in an unhappy relationship, the world is your oyster, make plans.

u Fear of the financial situation v Fear of where to live w Fear of solicitor and court costs x Fear of breaking up the family y Fear of being on your own

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v COMPROMISE – Decrease the time spent in your separation

OPEN MIND – Think of alternative solutions if plan A isn’t possible

x LANGUAGE – what you say can change the dynamics

y COMMUNICATION – Keep

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PROFILE | LEADING LADIES

Road

leading ladies:

Sonya Rudez and Michelle King may have very diﬀerent roles at Cricks Maroochydore, but there is a common thread in their thirst for knowledge that has seen them both rise to the top of their game in what is historically a male-dominated industry. As a mum of two daughters, it’s exciting to see an increasing number of young women step outside the status quo and reach for opportunities that were once considered non-traditional. Marketing manager Michelle King and service manager Sonya Rudez both hold key positions at Cricks Sunshine Coast and are perfect examples of determined young role models who are pushing the boundaries and making a name for

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themselves in the auto industry. Both based at the Maroochydore dealership, Michelle joined the group as digital marketing manager in 2016. But it wasn’t long before her astute business acumen was noticed and she quickly climbed the ranks to become the general marketing manager across ﬁve dealerships. Completing a marketing and communications degree ﬁve years ago

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“MY POSITION INCLUDES MANAGING ALL OF OUR PRINT, RADIO, DIGITAL AND BROADCAST ADVERTISING, RUNNING CAMPAIGNS, LIAISING WITH THE MANUFACTURERS AND A LOT OF NETWORKING.” - MICHELLE at Colorado State University, Michelle returned to Australia and landed an internship at Google in Sydney. But despite the wonderful opportunity, the frantic pace of Sydney life was not for her and she

diﬀerent backgrounds from mechanics to accountants. “The ethos here, from the top down, is to look after the staﬀ and their family. It has changed my perception of the car dealership industry. “The business is also making a positive impact on the Sunshine Coast by supporting local charities including the Compass Institute, a local disability service for young adults, it has been so heartwarming to be a part of that.” Echoing her sentiments is service manager Sonya Rudez.

returned to Brisbane to work for a business intelligence company. It was there she met her future husband, Jason, and the recently married couple made the move to his hometown of the Sunshine Coast. “I was working for a digital service agency on the Coast at the time when a position became available as the digital marketing manager with Cricks Maroochydore and it was the perfect fit," says Michelle “Eighteen months later I was asked to head the marketing across all platforms for five locations. I now look after 14 new car brands and our Cricks Sunshine Coast used cars brand. “My position includes managing all of our print, radio, digital and broadcast advertising, running campaigns, liaising with the manufacturers and a lot of networking.” Michelle’s eyes light up when she talks about her role at Cricks, it’s not surprising this savvy young business woman has had such success so early in her career. “I love to learn. Marketing, particularly digital marketing, changes so constantly, you have to have a thirst to want to know more. I am always going to training courses to learn the latest trends. It’s great because it’s never boring and every day is so different.” But at the heart of what Michelle is most passionate about is the people she works with and their support of other local businesses and charities in the community. “There is a really good team here, the people are a lot of fun,” says Michelle. “I love the fact that it is so diverse. There are 230 staff from so many

“WHEN I FIRST STARTED IT WAS RARE TO SEE A FEMALE MECHANIC, NOW WE ARE SEEING LOTS MORE, IT HAS REALLY EVOLVED, WHICH IS GREAT TO SEE.” - SONYA “It is such a great work environment here. When you have a win, your colleagues celebrate with you no matter how small,” says Sonya. The support from the top really makes a big diﬀerence, because when you care about your employees, they care about your customers.” No stranger to the auto industry, Sonya has been in the service department for more than 13 years. Her knowledge, experience and management skills landed her the role of service manager at Cricks Maroochydore last year, a role she is clearly shining in. In fact, she commutes from Brisbane every day, now that’s commitment.

“My job here is so varied,” says Sonya. “I start early. From 7am to 9am, I’m on the driveway helping the service advisors and making our customers feel really welcome, then I’m liaising with manufacturers, in and out of the workshop, it’s a busy role, we can service over 100 cars a day.” Having worked in the industry for over a decade, Sonya has seen a positive shift towards more females in the service department, including an increase in the number of female mechanics. “When I ﬁrst started it was rare to see a female mechanic, now we are seeing lots more, it has really evolved, which is great to see.” Like Michelle, it’s Sonya’s appetite for knowledge that has seen her move into a management role. “I love learning, especially about the other departments and how they relate to what I do,” she says. “I try to send the service team to as much training as possible, so once they have reached master technician with one brand they can look at another, knowledge is power.” It sure is, go get ‘em girls.

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business & industry

EXPERTS

Get savvy about IT

Small lot housing

The spine of business

As technology continues to advance and automation reigns supreme, information technology (IT) is a skillset many businesses are now choosing to invest in. Whether it means hiring a trained expert or upskilling, businesses are cluing up to the impact that technology plays in their day-to-day processes and are doing all they can to adapt. There are a number of trends we’re seeing in the IT world at the moment that businesses of all sizes can benefit from. Cloud storage provides businesses with the ability to remotely store data online, backing up files and making them available for a business to access anywhere, from any device. The importance of cyber security is also paramount. Protecting your business isn’t just about keeping your processes and finances safe – if the details of your clients are hacked from your business, it could spell disaster for its reputation. IT support services can also help with installing software designed to make business easier and more efficient, and while the original outlay may cost you, your business will benefit by saving time and money in the long run. Technology is the future of business. It’s time to embrace the future and fully realise the potential IT offers.

Small lot housing is land with an average width less than 15 metres and an area less than 450m² including terrace homes on lots as little as 100m². Small lot housing is on the rise for a variety of reasons, some of them being: AFFORDABILITY – save costs on the size of the house and the land, which means better housing affordability for the everyday Australian. ESTATE LIFESTYLE – not only is it more affordable, but you also have the security and sense of community that comes with living on an estate, without the added cost of body corporate fees. RESALE AND RENTAL VALUE – the combination of a small lot, a modern, clean home, single or double storey with up to four bedrooms, makes for an excellent investment property. LESS HOUSE MAINTENANCE – spend more time on things that matter. With all these benefits, you might imagine that small lot housing is something most builders are comfortable building, but that is not the case. In fact, even on the booming Sunshine Coast, we are one of the few builders to specialise in small lot housing.

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FASHION | THE ST YLE EDIT

edit

FEMME fatale

It’s not hard to see that fashion is having a very feminine moment in 2018. Botanical florals, flowing maxi dresses, and pastel colours are standout styles. But if you like a more androgynous style, pair a flowing dress or skirt with a structured blazer or even a pair of simple white sneakers.

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I have taken a magnifying glass to this year’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia shows to bring you the most wearable trends straight from the runway and into your wardrobe this spring/summer season.

Spring has officially sprung, so it’s time to pack away the winter woolies and embrace shorts weather (scary, I know). And while sometimes it feels like fashion is getting more and more obscure as the years go on, 2018 has gifted us with some very wearable trends that are work, school pick-up and coffee date friendly. The looks from this year’s MBFWA are hitting shelves as we speak and the exciting thing about these trends is that they can be mixed and matched with existing pieces in your wardrobe without any hassle. Taking cues from several different eras through effortless cuts, colours and fabrics, these trends will have longevity for seasons to come. Here are the four most wearable trends as seen at MBFWA 2018.

2. HERO: MCGRAW AT MBFWA BY TIM DA-RIN FOR FLAUNTER 1. ASOS DESIGN BRIDESMAID FLORAL EMBROIDERED DOBBY MESH FLUTTER SLEEVE MAXI DRESS RRP $170, AVAILABLE AT ASOS.COM.AU 2. TK MAXX DUSTY PINK HEEL RRP $29.95, AVAILABLE AT TK MAXX, MAROOCHYDORE 3. FAITHFULL THE LABEL MIRADOR MIDI DRESS RRP $189, AVAILABLE AT ALTERIOR MOTIF IN COTTON TREE AND NOOSA

earth, WIND, FIRE

Gum leaf green, beach sand beige and primrose pink are the biggest colours this season. If you need more inspiration, just take a look outside at Mother Nature’s very own colour palette. While these colours are ideal in a casual look, don’t be afraid to rock a rusty-red silk dress at your next evening occasion.

2. HERO: HANSEL AND GRETEL AT MBFWA BY TIM DA-RIN FOR FLAUNTER 1. WOVEN PALM BATARI SANDAL RRP $279, AVAILABLE AT THOMAS SURFBOARDS IN NOOSA AND ALTERIOR MOTIF IN NOOSA. 2. SPORTSCRAFT TIE FRONT TOP RRP $139.99, AVAILABLE AT MYER IN MAROOCHYDORE 3. DUSKII MUNROE ONE PIECE RRP $195, AVAILABLE AT CHLOE AND GRACE IN NOOSA 4. COUNTRY ROAD FLOCKED SPOT BLOUSE RRP $179, AVAILABLE AT COUNTRY ROAD IN MAROOCHYDORE

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THE ST YLE EDIT | FASHION 2.

suit UP

Tailoring was a major stand out at MBFWA. The weather might be warming up, but this is a perfect look for the oﬀice or for a more formal occasion with a killer pair of stilettos.

HERO: BIANCA SPENDER AT MBFWA BY TIM DA-RIN FOR FLAUNTER 1. BRIE LEON BUCKET TOTE RRP $210, AVAILABLE AT BRIELEON.COM 2. SABA LIZA LONGLINE JACKET RRP $349, AVAILABLE AT WESTFIELD CHERMSIDE 3. SPORTSCRAFT TAILORED PANTS RRP $179.99, AVAILABLE AT MYER IN MAROOCHYDORE 4. COUNTRY ROAD ATHENA MULE RRP $189, AVAILABLE AT COUNTRY ROAD IN MAROOCHYDORE

2. 1. 4.

GINGHAM style

Perhaps the most playful trend to hit the runway this year was gingham. Feminine pastels juxtaposed with sexy cuts means this traditionally cute look has all grown up. If an entirely pink gingham dress is a little OTT, gingham works well in accessories. 3.

HERO: LEE MATTHEWS AT MBFWA BY TIM DA-RIN FOR FLAUNTER 1. BOOM SHANKAR GINGER DRESS RRP $139, AVAILABLE AT SOUL DIVA IN BUDERIM 2. BRIGID MCLAUGHLIN INFINITY DRESS RRP $389, AVAILABLE AT URBAN TONIK IN NOOSA HEADS 3. AVENUE THE LABEL CAP RRP $90, AVAILABLE AT AVENUETHELABEL.COM

if you’re

game

TINY SUNGLASSES

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Four spring trends for the risk taking fashionistas among us:

BRIGHT PRIMARY COLOUR BLOCKING

POLLI SATELLITE HOOPS RRP $65, AVAILABLE AT POLLI.COM.AU

‘90S INSPIRED ACTIVEWEAR CLDL INTERNATIONAL JUMPER AT MBFWA BY TIM DA-RIN FOR FLAUNTER

PUFFY SLEEVES BEC AND BRIDGE SUN VALLEY TIE TOP RRP $240, AVAILABLE AT BECANDBRIDGE.COM

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FASHION | FEATURE

the future of WORDS CAITLYN SPANNER PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

Renowned author and Vogue Australia’s ﬁrst sustainability editor-at-large, Clare Press is on a mission to change the world one garment at a time by addressing the way we look at fashion.

CLARE PRESS

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She’s interviewed Beyonce, worked for esteemed magazine titles including Rolling Stone and Harper’s Bazaar, published two books with a third being released next month and she’s the host of a hugely successful podcast. Clare Press is one of Australia’s most renowned magazine journalists and in recent years has become a prominent figure in the global sustainable fashion industry. When we spoke to Clare, she was putting the final touches on her much anticipated third book, Rise and Resist: How to Change the World. It’s a bold title, but Clare says that’s the beauty of being a journalist and author: you aren’t necessarily the expert, rather, you get to tell the stories of the experts. Although it’s fair to say Clare has become somewhat an expert herself, but the humble proponent of sustainable fashion says she’s simply using her role to share the stories of incredible people doing incredible things. Clare has always considered how craftsmanship, the business of fashion and the production of clothing can have implications on the environment and people, but she didn’t focus on sustainability and ethics until five years ago when she began to research her first book, Wardrobe Crisis. Two defining moments inspired Clare to shift her focus to sustainable fashion and write the acclaimed book. The first was the collapse of the Rana Plaza garment factory in India in 2013, which killed over 1138 people, making waves throughout the global fashion community. The second was an interview opportunity with Simone Cipriani, the founder of the Ethical Fashion Initiative for the United Nations. “The incredible energy that Simone has around how we can change lives and how fashion can be used for good absolutely shook me. After the interview I said, ‘I wish I could change the world like you,’ and he said, ‘You can. Go and do it.’” So she did. Changing the world is no mean feat, especially when it comes to one of the most polluting industries in the world, second only to oil. Sustainable fashion encompasses a range of different topics from modern slavery, to chemical dyes pollution. “Fashion is more than just a frock in a shop,” says Clare. And while it’s a heavy topic and an ambitious mission, Clare’s whole ethos focuses around positivity. “Fashion is joyous and fun and cool. I’m not anti-shopping. I love the idea of supporting well-made clothes. And carefully designed, carefully produced fashion – that definitely has a place in my vision of a sustainable future. It’s not about living in a cave.”

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“I JUST DON’T WANT PEOPLE TO FEEL GUILTY, I WANT PEOPLE TO FEEL EMPOWERED. AND I THINK IT’S UP TO YOUNG WOMEN TO RESHAPE THE WORLD IN THE WAY THAT YOU WANT TO SEE IT.” Thanks to pioneers like Clare who dismissed raised eyebrows in the beginning of her mission for a more sustainable fashion industry, a massive shift has occurred. Being named sustainability editor-at-large at Vogue is a perfect example of that shift. “It means something broadly for the industry. Unsurprisingly Vogue is leading in this area and I think it shows that there’s an interest in sustainability and an understanding that it has to be part of your brand portfolio. It’s becoming mainstream.” On a grand scale, circularity is a potential solution for further change in the fashion industry. “We don’t just mean using fabrics that can be fed back into the loop; It’s more about the economic system,” says Clare. “No more take, make, disregard, no more landﬁll fashion.” Rental clothing companies are a perfect example of a circular solution. And what can we do as individuals if we want to make change at a grassroots level? “The ﬁrst thing I think about when I’m trying to encourage people to make change in their habits is waste. And that is also beyond fashion; it’s lifestyle. I think we’re having a waste crisis across the

board. And we need to rethink how we consume resources. How can you apply that to your wardrobe? How can you make it fun?” Clare asks. She continues to say we should be voting with our wallets and buying from brands and designers who have good values and produce carefully. If you want that fast fashion ﬁx consider swapping, renting, sharing with your friends, buying vintage, making it at home, customising something you already own. And if you really want the top from Zara? Do it because you love it, you’re going to respect it and you’re not going to discard it after a few wears. Clare says when you begin to engage in this way and with a community it becomes fun. “I just don’t want people to feel guilty, I want people to feel empowered. And I think it’s up to young women to reshape the world in the way that you want to see it. And this is one of the ways you can do it. It’s not going to change the entire world, but it’s part of the puzzle.” Clare has widened her focus to write her new book, which focuses on the way women can and are changing the world. To coincide with the launch of Rise and Resist, Clare will be coming to the Sunshine Coast on 1 October as part of the Sunshine Coast Council’s Fabric Festival.

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With beauty products pouring endlessly from make-up brands, you can never anticipate which will set the next trend. However, some innovative and artistic creations have developed cult status with make-up users. We take a look at the current beauty trends taking the cosmetic world by storm. BLACKOUT ACTIVATED CHARCOAL FACE MASKS Activated charcoal has recently resurfaced as a trending beauty treatment for cleansing the face. However, instead of those peel-away masks which remove important oils and irritate the skin, try applying a rinse-oﬀ charcoal mask. The combination of activated charcoal and coconut holds a variety of natural ingredients and leaves your complexion with that trademark softness and shine without having to wrench a ‘Band-Aid mask’ oﬀ your face. While the activated charcoal draws out toxic chemicals from your pores, refreshing aloe vera and coconut oil rehydrates and restores your dry, damaged skin.

SHAMPOO BARS Organic and eco-friendly beauty brands are quickly becoming the popular choice for young people. Not only are certain products reducing pollution and preserving the environment, but going green is trendy! Cosmetics brands are breaking ground with sustainable products such as shampoo bars, which replace shampoo in plastic packaging with a naked form. Depending on the brand, shampoo bars come in a range of shapes and textures, with some looking like a familiar bar of soap and others

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taking on the shape of a ﬂattened bath bomb. Made using detoxifying and enriching ingredients such as argan oil and Sicilian lemon oil, shampoo bars have all of the same beneﬁts of ‘regular’ shampoo, they just allow you to wash your hair with more of an environmental conscience.

BEAUTY BLENDERS The unique and award-winning product known as the beauty blender is wildly popular among lovers of all things make-up. Since its development in 2003, the beauty blender has amassed a global cult following and revolutionised the way we apply make-up. Once dampened with water, the sponge-like texture of the blender allows for a ﬂawless and smooth application and doesn’t absorb excessive product. Also, the egg shape makes it multipurpose, with a wide curve for large surfaces and a tapered tip to reach nooks and crannies. As long as you wash it after use, the blender can last up to three months and is shielded from 99.9 per cent of germs. It wouldn’t do you harm to climb aboard this bandwagon!

24K ACTIVE GOLD FACE MASKS A surprising new craze that has popped up in the gift bags of Oscar winners, and now in Australia, is the use of face masks containing gold – yes that’s right! The healthy cosmetic properties of the valuable metal are still quite unknown, but it has been shown to decontaminate the skin and reduce inﬂammation. 24K Goddess is a Sunshine Coast company embracing this trend by creating the active gold face mask, which holds 24 carat gold as well as natural ingredients such as plant collagen and vitamin A. These elements fuse together to rehydrate, revive and relax the skin around the eyes and leave behind an animated glow.

WATER-BASED FOUNDATION Water-based foundation has been a well-loved and effective base since the end of World War II, due to a less coagulated and more natural skin coverage. However, the release of innovative liquid foundation has renewed its popularity and value and brought it into the 21st Century. The benefit of using waterbased foundation is that it obscures flaws without the slimy oil texture of thicker bases and hydrates and soothes the skin.

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Did you know hormones play a powerful role in how we feel and how our bodies function? Acclaimed nutritional biochemist and best-selling author, Dr Libby Weaver is on a mission to help women identify the signs of hormonal imbalance and speaks with Profile ahead of her visit to the Sunshine Coast this month. HOW POWERFUL ARE HORMONES? There are over 50 different hormones, all working in harmony (or not!) to influence how we experience each day. What many people don’t realise is that our hormones aren’t supposed to make us suffer. When someone says, “Oh, it’s my hormones,” usually they’re not referring to something positive, but our hormones are actually wonderful substances that allow us to feel and look our best – when they’re in balance. The problem is, hormonal imbalances have become so common that their associated symptoms are being accepted as ‘normal’. I like to say that they’re common, but they’re not normal.

HOW CAN WE IDENTIFY A HORMONAL IMBALANCE? It really depends on which hormones and the stage of life you’re in. There are hormones that influence our appetite and so if those are out of balance we may experience insatiable hunger, food cravings or inefficient body fat utilisation. Our thyroid hormones can massively affect our energy as well as our body fat levels. A sex hormone imbalance might show up as regular symptoms in the lead up to or during menstruation, or a challenging transition into menopause. Elevated stress hormones might increase anxious feelings or impact on our ability to sleep. They truly have an impact on so many aspects of our health and our experience of everyday life.

HOW CAN WE RECTIFY IT NATURALLY? Many health challenges can be addressed through dietary and lifestyle changes and hormonal imbalances are no exception. The most important thing to identify is the road your body took to create the hormonal imbalance, for this is the road you will need to take to correct the issue. For example, if you have an excess of estrogen, due to a liver that is struggling to keep up with the load of harmful substances you are asking it to process on a daily basis, supporting your liver by 50

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increasing liver supporters and decreasing liver loaders can help to reduce your estrogen levels. However, if your estrogen is dominant when it isn’t supposed to be because you have low progesterone resulting from poor ovarian and/or adrenal gland production of this hormone, you’re probably not going to ﬁnd the liver support as helpful as you would adrenal support or ensuring your body is getting the nutrients it needs to build progesterone.

WE ARE ALWAYS CHASING GREAT HAIR, SKIN AND NAILS. WHAT NUTRIENTS DO OUR HORMONES NEED? For healthy hair, skin and nails, we require ALL of the essential vitamins and minerals, as well as adequate protein and essential fatty acids. In saying that, there are a few that are particularly important. Our hormones are made from fats and proteins. Most people get enough protein each day, however there are a variety of dietary fats and often we don’t get enough of the omega-3 fatty acids – these are found in oily ﬁsh, ﬂaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts. Zinc is another nutrient that is particularly important for sex hormone

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production and balance, as well as for healing skin challenges such as acne, which can arise from a sex hormone imbalance. We also require iodine and selenium to maintain optimal thyroid hormone production, without which skin can become dry and hair can start to thin.

WHAT IMPACT DOES STRESS HAVE ON OUR HORMONES? Our hormones can be extremely sensitive to the way we live our lives. Our body isn’t designed to be experiencing stress on a daily basis and long-term, persistent stress on the body can signiﬁcantly change our hormone proﬁle. When we perceive stress, it signals to our body to produce stress hormones and this can interfere with the balance of other hormonal systems. So, stress is often an underlying cause of the hormone imbalances we experience.

Diaphragmatic breathing (long, slow breaths that move your belly, rather than your chest) is one of the most eﬀective ways to reduce stress hormone production, so daily breathfocused practices are often essential. I also encourage people to explore what stress really means to them and to identify what is leading them to feel stressed in everyday life. It might be that in some cases, reducing the load we are putting on our body each week (i.e. making more time for regular rest) would be beneﬁcial, but it’s always helpful to consider our perception of pressure and urgency as this usually sits at the heart of how we respond to what arises in our daily lives.

HOW CAN WE SUPPORT HORMONAL IMBALANCES THAT CONTRIBUTE TO PAINFUL PERIODS, PMS, IRREGULAR PERIODS, FOOD CRAVINGS, ACNE AND PCOS? In order to support sex hormone balance, we need to take great care of ourselves – not only physically in terms of nutrition, moving our body regularly and prioritising sleep, but also emotionally. This includes considering our perception of pressure and urgency, and incorporating daily restorative practices to help reduce stress hormone production, which tends to be a big factor in sex hormone imbalances – particularly for women with PCOS, PMS, cravings and irregular periods. Supporting the liver by focusing on whole, real foods, especially plenty of green leafy vegetables from the Brassica family, as well as minimising or avoiding caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars and trans fats, can also be extremely beneficial, especially for those with acne or heavy, painful periods.

Dr Libby will be speaking about ageing and hormones when she comes to the Sunshine Coast on 10 September as part of her book tour. For tickets and more information, visit drlibby.com

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A passion for fashion and visual merchandising lead Maureen Walters on a trajectory into the interior design industry. With 15 years of experience under her belt, we ﬁnd out what key trends to look out for this spring/summer season, while learning how to upgrade our style without breaking the budget. HOW DID YOU GET INTO INTERIOR DESIGN AND STYLING? I have worked as a stylist for over 15 years. Originally in the fashion industry, which incorporated visual merchandising, I then discovered the creative opportunity involved in interior design while renovating a turn of the century home. I became completely hooked on form, colour and texture in all its applications, along with working creatively with a blank canvas.

3. Be brave – don’t be led by style trends. Rather, utilise them to complement your own signature style. 4. Layer, layer, layer. The most interesting homes oﬀer a myriad of colour, texture and form, engaging all of the senses.

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Absolutely eclectic. A heady blend of styles and trends, collected over a lifetime. I love angle-grinded brick walls, exposing earthy tones through whitewashed walls, century-old floorboards and gnarled tree branches transformed into consoles, sideboards and tables. In my home you’ll find textured cowhides offering warmth underfoot and sitting atop hand painted cement floors, dynamic canvases by both contemporary and classic artists of the last century, finished with miscellaneous statement decor pieces usually reflective of memories in travel or sentimental keepsakes from my son. I have been known to cart rocks across the country while on road trips – my home is uniquely me.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PIECE IN YOUR HOME AND WHY? My heart piece would have to be my son’s statement bed. It was designed with the input of a local Adelaide artist and is constructed from organic cuts of the old Glenelg jetty. Along with being a beautiful artisan piece, it evokes memories of his childhood, the beach and our time living there.

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Spring evokes the sensation of lightness, which are reﬂected in this season’s upcoming trends. In terms of colour, think soft sugary pastels; powdered peppermint, pops of musk, muted mauves and lemon drops. When it comes to statement spring pieces, celestial lighting will feature strongly, while textural trends of macrame, fringing, feathers and tassels will be highlighted on cushions, wall hangings, throws and accessories.

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY FOR PEOPLE TO KEEP UP WITH THE TRENDS, WITHOUT BREAKING THEIR BUDGET? • Use trends wisely and to your advantage, the seasonal colour palettes help you invest in decor items; such as scatters, throws and earthenware. • Look at how you can enhance your existing decor, rather than replace it. • A stronger statement is quite often made with a more subtle application of a trend.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD PEOPLE UPGRADE THEIR FURNITURE? Sofas, bedroom and dining suites are hero pieces in any room and your investment in these should be reﬂected accordingly, complemented by coﬀee tables, lighting and rugs that embrace current trends and are reinvented every couple of years. Sometimes, adding new vigour to a space can be as simple as

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moving, adding or taking away a piece rather than replacing items. Scatters, throws and small decorative items allow you to bring trends to the fore. I suggest investing in one or two high trend items seasonally to refresh and reinvigorate your current decor.

WHAT IS THE FIRST STEP TO TAKE WHEN STYLING A HOME, ARE THERE PARTICULAR ROOMS YOU SHOULD START WITH AND WORK FROM THERE? Put a plan in place before shopping, working out primary needs to avoid buying on a whim. Our personalised styling service at Maroochydore Homemaker Centre will take you step-by-step through budget, how to invest and which key items to purchase ﬁrst to avoid costly errors; as well as advising on trends and applying them to your existing decor. When executing home renovations most people start with their living areas, however I prefer to start on a smaller space such as your bedroom, as it allows you to experiment with colour, texture and bold decor while oﬀering a sanctuary at the end of a long day and bringing inspiration on awakening.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE STYLE TO WORK WITH AND WHY? Eclectic styling for sure. It’s a little tricky to execute, but applied correctly it oﬀers an exciting, individual and strong statement to any room. Keep in mind to start with a strong focal point and a bold emphasis on placement of furniture for a signature statement and eye catching result.

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Remember when acai bowls, kale and unicorn cakes were trendy? I caught up with taste.com.au editorin-chief Brodee Myers-Cooke when she was on the Sunshine Coast recently to deliver her food trend report and found out what tasty trends we will see this season. ARE TRENDS MOVING AT A FASTER PACE NOW? Yes, we’ll see a trend in restaurants and quite quickly we’ll see some of those trends turn into home cooking trends. The other thing is how explosive trends are, it hits everywhere – social and websites, in such a big way; like vegetarian did about 12 months ago.

HAVE ANY TRENDS COME AS A SURPRISE? Vegan is the biggest surprise. I’ve always thought of vegan as quite niche and would never have expected that it would take oﬀ because it’s a high level of diﬀiculty and my experience in food is people want things that are quick and easy. Also, when I started it was all about spaghetti bolognese and lasagne, people were very comfortable with saying to the family, ‘We’re going to eat the same cycle of food every week’, and now nobody feels very comfortable with that. There is far more pressure than there used to be – you really want to be cheered to the table.

WHAT FOOD TRENDS CAN WE EXPECT TO SEE IN SPRING AND SUMMER? Vegetarian and vegan: We’re going to see more and more plant-based eating, it will be the biggest spring and summer for vegetarian and vegan eating. YOLO: There is the sense of you only live once (YOLO) that is really influencing food, ‘YOLO I’m just going to have this gigantic piece of chocolate cake’. People feel food is a great way to have a celebration of their life and a moment each day they can enjoy their me-time. Mexican: Mexican is going to be bigger than ever but new in angles; bringing the Mexican flavour profile into a lot of dishes that wouldn’t normally have it. Retro: It started with biscuits, chocolates, ice creams and sausage rolls; now custard and condensed milk are massive, as are cereals, lollies and French onion. Frozen frenzy: Frozen items in drinks and desserts are huge, think Frosé (frozen rosé) and bombe Alaska. Sauces and sprinkles: It’s almost like a hack to add flavour and excitement into your dishes, such as healthy granola sprinkles on top of decadent double cream yoghurts.

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Green ﬂatbread, focaccia, buckwheat pancakes, souvlaki fusion, tacos 2.0, chimichanga, burritos, bagels and tortillas.

Togarashi, fennel seeds, saﬀron and sumac, juniper and pepperberry, sriracha, kimchi and miso.

Fondue pots, uber cheese boards/grazing tables, drip cakes, bark, cocktails and mocktails and bombe Alaska.

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To the untrained eye, it’s almost impossible to spy an edible plant from a weed, but that’s where Nick Blake’s incredible sense of sight and taste come into play, as the local chef pays homage to the exotic greens that would otherwise go unnoticed. Stepping through the foliage at first bay in Coolum Beach, Nick Blake reaches down and plucks a sprig of headland sea celery and pops it into his mouth, describing the taste to be very much like parsley. It’s a crisp morning down by the beach and he’s foraging for the aforementioned sea celery and warrigal greens, otherwise Nick says he would normally have been out diving for seaweed offshore. “Today I got a little bit of headland sea celery, there is a little bit around the rocks under the pandan trees, and I picked some warrigal green tips for plating; they’re soft and delicate, the bigger leaves are a bit hardy and suited more to cooking,” he says. “Warrigal greens, which means wild greens, is sea spinach and Captain Cook fed it to his sailors on the Endeavour to ward off scurvy when they came into Australia, that’s why it’s sometimes called Cook’s spinach.” Nick, a chef of six years, had been working as sous chef at Noosa restaurant Wasabi, which has a penchant for Australian cuisine prepared with Japanese techniques, but in his downtime he sought 62

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his own inspiration to keep the creative juices flowing. “I started coming out to the landscape and trying to forage and finding out what the wild flavours were and how I could play with them and create my own type of food,”he says. After two years at Wasabi, Nick was selected to join the Noma team in Sydney, where their whole menu is about foraging, connecting to landscape and seasonality. “After that experience it blew my mind of what was out there. I’d picked, tasted and used a lot of things at the restaurant, so when I came back to the Coast, I knew what to pick and everything just started popping out of the landscape at me when I would go for walks around headlands and riverways in the Hinterland.”

Nick says with so many options available to chefs in the supermarkets, it was rare for them to venture outdoors, and while everyone else was playing with diﬀerent cuisines and putting their own spin on certain dishes, Nick was more interested in ﬁnding out what it meant to be a chef on the Sunshine Coast. Two years ago, he founded Wild Forage Australia, supplying locally foraged ingredients to chefs in South-east Queensland.

“IT IS A REAL GIFT AND WE NEED TO USE IT WITH RESPECT.”

| GOURMET | PROFILE FEATURE FEATURE “A lot of the things I pick are not natives, they’re exotic – warrigal greens, which are localised; sea celery, which there are two types and it tastes very much like parsley and there are a couple of species local to this particular beach; sea lettuce and sargassum, which is an introduced species known as Japanese wireweed you can pickle. There are lots of succulents like ice plant, sea purslane, sea blite and sea sprays, and they can all be used for a salty component to add a textural component on a seafood dish for example,” he says. “Ice plant is really briney, salty and lemony and the flavours are a reflection of where it’s growing – it’s right by the beach, it has the salinity, sun and minerality of the beach. That’s something the top chefs in Queensland are after because it ties their food in with the landscape because it has that familiarity and flavour. I’ve seen people try and grow ice plant and it has no resemblance, it’s not crispy, it’s not salty, it’s just a green leaf that doesn’t resemble its natural wild flavour. “In the Hinterland, I’ll get wild flowers, wild radish and slender celery which has little flowers coming out in August and September, there is also stinging nettle and watercress that is exotic and introduced in our waterways. “Having done it for two years, I now have a calendar of what’s available and am only picking what’s in season, which makes it sustainable. For me it’s about reconnecting to the season and going back to the source. Some people see foraging as an eccentric pursuit, others something that hipster chefs get into, but for me it’s about getting out of a busy kitchen and clearing your mind mentally, being out there with the energy and the landscape, taking time to think and reconnect.” Nick spends 50 hours a week in the kitchen and 35 hours foraging and says being out in the elements, surrounded by textures, colours and flavours continues to inspire him when it comes to creating the dish and plating up. “If you were to throw a net over the Sunshine Coast and create just from what’s inside our geographical boundary, all of a sudden you have limitations,” he says. “That creates a specific type of creativity and a specific type of dish because you’re restricted, you’re not exposed to the Asian ingredients and noodles and soups and sauces, you’re creating seaweed sauces and herb emulsions and wild butters – you’re creating cuisine specific to where we live and that’s what I’m trying to chase.” Nick says he used to pick a little bit of local samphire (before he knew it was a true native), but as it’s very limited here, it’s not sustainable to be picking it, which is why he chooses to pick exotic species which have been localised. Under the Nature Conservation Act, there are three categories of species: threatened, native and least concerned species and given foraging is a relatively new practice commercially, Nick says

ON THE FORAGING MENU SEASHORE Graciliaria Bladderwrack seaweed Sea lettuce Washed up bull kelp

COASTALS

specific foraging permits don’t exist. However, because he is picking common weed species, there is no need for a specific harvesting permit and formal sustainability management plan as he collects only parts of plants. Formal consultation has been sought with local council and a record of due diligence provided to The Department of Environment and Heritage Protection for species he collects. “There is a certain way to do things and certain way to harvest things, and having that technique and knowledge and passion for what you’re doing is really important. You can go out there and find little patches of something but if you take it all there will be nothing for the next day,” he says. “It is a real gift and we need to use it with respect and if everyone goes out there with the wrong mindset and raids things because they know it’s edible, legislation will change to potentially ban these. The freedom we have to go out and explore, connect and deliver a different experience won’t be there and that’ll be a shame. “I’m trying to do things sustainably and be an advocate for the right thing, so the chefs who come behind me picking, have a benchmark to uphold.”

NICK BLAKE

Warrigal greens Purslane Beach mustard Headland sea parsley/celery Pink wood sorrel-oxalis Creeping wood sorrel-oxalis Marsh pennywort Plantain major Heartleaf ice plant Sea purslane Seablite Dianella blue ﬂax lilly berries Onion weed

RURAL Bunya nuts Curly leaf dock Stinging nettle Red dead-nettle Slender celery Hairy bittercress Milk thistle Rambling dock Paperbark Water lily Wild radish leaf and ﬂowers Lichens Cobblers peg Pineapple sage ﬂowers

URBAN Scurvy weed Nasturtium leaves and ﬂowers Native violets Lemon scented tea tree Lemon myrtle Grevillea ﬂowers Dandelion root

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GAME WORDS INGRID NELSON PHOTOS BLISS PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEAH VENUE BA VIGO

All game changers in their respective industries, I asked a savvy bunch of local businesswomen who they considered to have challenged the status quo in their field. Here’s what they had to say. Game changer - a visionary; someone who looks beyond conventional methods; conceives new strategies; works to transform their industry You don’t have to look too far beyond our own backyard to discover someone in our local community who fits the above description. The Sunshine Coast is renowned for its innovative focus and is a breeding ground for many successful startup businesses. Not surprisingly, acclaimed futurist and demographer Bernard Salt described the Sunshine Coast as one of the most exciting business destinations in Australia. Our economic diversity, infrastructure and overall growth trajectory is attracting young entrepreneurs to create innovative businesses here that will see the bright minds of today become the game changers of tomorrow. Speaking of game changers, I recently caught up with some of the Coast’s brightest sparks from industries as diverse as fashion to politics to share their thoughts on who they believe has been a visionary in their industry. Joining me for a delicious lunch at Ba Vigo, Cotton Tree was Barbara Pease of Pease International; Judy Copley of Judy Copley Couture; Cindy Vogels of Racy & Lucky; Heidi Meyer, owner of Badderam Luxury Resort, Buderim; Jeanette Allom-Hill, COO with the Sunshine Coast Council; and Olivia Sainsbury, executive officer with the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

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WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A GAME CHANGER IN YOUR INDUSTRY? JUDY: I can’t think of one person in particular, but to me, the youth are the game changers of today. They are the future. In terms of the design industry, I love the Australian designer, J’Aton Couture. Having said that, my work is art so I don’t like to follow other designers. I just like to be in my own little world and create for myself. OLIVIA: From a business perspective, internationally you have the likes of Richard Branson and Elon Musk but I like to think about game changers from a local perspective and we have so many here on the Coast. There is some phenomenal stuﬀ going on and so many startups. Recently a local business designed a unmanned vehicle that goes into war zones rather than sending our troops in. For me that’s a game changer. We all drive a car every day but making it so it goes into new territory is such a niche.

BARBARA PEASE, INGRID NELSON, JUDY COPLEY, OLIVIA SAINSBURY, CINDY VOGELS, HEIDI MEYER AND JEANETTE ALLOM-HILL

JEANETTE: When I think of game changers I think about Councillor Steve Robinson who stood up and voted yes for Yaroomba. He said it was about doing what was right for the community and not his career. He is a glorious human being with great integrity. I really admire those who are brave and stand up for what’s right. Cliche as it may sound, the other game changer that comes straight to my mind is the Mayor Mark Jamieson. You read about what a great leader he is but the ﬁrst time I met with him, I could clearly see he leads with a deep understanding and a love of the people and the region. It is an honour to work for someone like that. Seeing how important leadership and culture and women are to the way he leads is very inspirational. There are also many women I meet every day who give me strength. BARBARA: I would have to say my husband, Allan Pease. He was an insurance guy who had the gift of the gab and he basically created the speaking industry in Australia and he absolutely loves what he does.

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SPANISH CHARCUTERIE

Before that, people who spoke got cups or a certificate saying they spoke at a conference. He created the first tape of himself speaking, and it was so new he had to sell the recorder with it. He has always been a game changer. When Australia got hit with the recession, he and I just created all these other markets. We were never frightened to take risks because we had each other. We moved to England at one stage and made it our base while we were doing lots of speaking gigs in Russia. We also look for opportunities. For example, when we realised there was no professional recording studio on the Sunshine Coast, we opened one! We are also big fan of Elon Musk, in fact we own a Tesla and we absolutely love it. It’s the best thing! CINDY: I am in awe of eco tech fashion companies. There is one which has developed the technology to collect all the plastic from the ocean and turn it into lycra. And now I have actually got friends who have developed swimsuits from that product and it’s beautiful. Second to that are the Italian designers who have figured out how to make distressed jeans without the chemicals, they use air and pressure

instead. The chemicals from the jeans industry are the most toxic, second only to the tanning industry. Both Judy and I are what you call slow fashion manufacturers. We are not contributing to mass wastage. From an artistic point of view, I love Toni Maticevski, his work is so dreamy.

“FROM A BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE, INTERNATIONALLY YOU HAVE THE LIKES OF RICHARD BRANSON AND ELON MUSK BUT I LIKE TO THINK ABOUT GAME CHANGERS FROM A LOCAL PERSPECTIVE AND WE HAVE SO MANY HERE ON THE COAST.” - OLIVIA

resort, I am succinctly aware that the words ‘environment’ and ‘sustainability’ are not usually synonymous with the words ‘luxury resort travel’. Sustainability is about protecting the places we love and there have been several game changing luxury resort groups who have inspired the vision for Badderam. These resort developers and operators have re-invented themselves in recent years inside of a new ‘environmentally conscientious’ luxury resort and spa market. They have banned plastic bottles in most properties, sought to reduce waste and consumption and are truly engaging within the communities where they operate existing luxury resorts and of course where they intend to place new luxury resorts. These groups, at the top end of the travel industry, are becoming leaders, setting a better example among industry peers, while still indulging their guests. It’s great to see.

HEIDI: Elon Musk, inspires me incredibly. As a developer of a seven-star luxury eco

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Ba Vigo Some restaurants have a reputation that precedes them, Ba Vigo is one of them – for all the right reasons. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Cotton Tree, the Spanish restaurant has earned a name for itself as one of the best on the Coast. Owned by husband and wife team Nick and Louise Belton, Ba Vigo opened its doors 14 years ago to become a ﬁrm favourite among locals and visitors alike; with the couple’s love for Spanish culture and food evident from the moment you set foot inside the restaurant. On the day of our recent lunchtime visit, an inviting mix of Spanish music, eclectic recycled timber and a delicious aroma from the kitchen combined to create the perfect setting for a leisurely lunch with the girls. We enjoyed the long lunch menu, which included a mix of exciting share plates to tantalise the taste buds. Each dish

SEARED SCALLOPS, GRILLED CHORIZO, SESAME AND SALSA VERDE

was vibrant, colourful and rich in exotic ﬂavours. Do yourself a favour and order the chocolate and hazelnut ravioli, you will not be disappointed. Chilled glasses of white and red sangria were the perfect complement to the delicious fare. If you love good food, good wine, great atmosphere and great service, make sure you put it on your list – the Spanish music will have you wanting to dance too!

BA VIGO 3/27 COTTON TREE PARADE, MAROOCHYDORE PHONE: 5479 1000 BAVIGO.COM.AU

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FEED YOUR Aaron Harvie shows how to cut down the hours and dollars spent on cooking by creating one delish dish everyone can enjoy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even the pickiest of little eaters. 68

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RECIPES | GOURMET

DUMPLINGS MAKES 15

PENNE WITH PUMPKIN & PANCETTA

INGREDIENTS

200g minced chicken 50g water chestnuts, diced ½ bunch coriander, ﬁnely chopped 2 tablespoons light soy sauce, plus more to serve 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 packet circular dumpling wrappers

METHOD Grab a mixing bowl and add the chicken mince, water chestnuts, coriander, light soy and sesame oil. Mix together well. Fill a small bowl with water and line a tray with baking paper. Grab a dumpling wrapper and dip your ﬁnger in the water, tracing around the edges of the wrapper to moisten. Add 1 tablespoon chicken mixture to the center of the wrapper. Fold over the wrapper to make a half-moon shape then press edges together, making sure you pinch them to secure. Place the dumpling on the baking tray and repeat until all of the meat mixture has been used. Fill a steamer with water and place over medium heat. Place the dumplings into the steamer in batches and cook for 10-12 minutes (check a dumpling has fully cooked before serving, by cutting in half). Repeat with remaining dumplings. Leave dumplings to cool and serve with a little soy sauce.

1¼ loaf sourdough bread 250g butternut pumpkin, peeled and diced 50g pine puts 300g penne 3 tablespoons olive oil 150g pancetta, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 50g unsalted butter 3 sprigs sage, roughly torn 40g parmesan, plus more to serve Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season

Add the penne to the pot and cook until al dente then drain (save a couple of tablespoons of the starchy pasta water). Place 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same pan over medium heat, add the pancetta and cook until it has browned. Add the garlic and the remaining olive oil and butter. When the butter starts to foam and colour add the sage, pumpkin and pine nuts, cooking until the pumpkin begins to colour. Add the penne and pasta water to the pan, mixing together well. Sprinkle over a couple of handfuls of breadcrumbs then taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve with a generous grating of parmesan and a rocket or spinach salad.

METHOD Fill a pot with water, add some salt and bring to a rolling boil. Fill a steamer with water and place over medium heat. Place the pumpkin into the steamer and cook for 8 minutes, then remove from heat. Set aside. Place sourdough bread into a food processor and blitz into crumbs, ensuring there are no big chunks. Put the crumbs onto a fat baking tray and place under a griller on high heat. Grill until the crumbs are brown, toss the return under griller ensuring they are evenly cooked. Set aside. Place a dry non-stick frying pan over medium heat and cook the pine nuts until golden. Set aside.

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CHORIZO TOSTADAS

Braised and spiced chorizo with salsa roja, pico de pepino and queso fresco

Paradise Arcade is a fun, Cali-Mexican inspired restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of Noosa. They pride themselves on providing the best casual dining experience at an aﬀordable price – and of course serving the tastiest tacos and tequila in town. Open Monday to Wednesday, 4pm to late and Thursday to Sunday, 12pm to late. PARADISE ARCADE SHOP 8B/14 ARCADIA STREET, NOOSA HEADS PARADISEARCADE.COM.AU

PORK BELLY Twice cooked pork belly, sweet and sour, roasted rice Corbins is a dream that brother/sister duo Jake and Alicia Pregnell developed through a mutual love of food, but not just any food – mind-blowing, exotic, thought-provoking food. Corbins brings together Alicia’s extensive travels and Jake’s all-encompassing culinary experience in what has become one of the leading Asian-fusion destinations on the Sunny Coast. Open Tuesday to Saturday, from 11am to late. CORBINS 34 DUPORTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE PHONE: 5326 1022 CORBINS.COM.AU

BUDDHA BOWL Ras el hanout spiced cauliflower, roast sweet potato, pickled cabbage, turmeric and ginger rice and smoked chickpea The Shak Organic Cafe has a simple vision – to support local farmers and contribute to the wellness of our community. They’re certainly doing that, by creating delicious and nutritious breakfast and lunch options, with every meal made from scratch every day under the tutelage of their dietician qualiﬁed chef Ben, who promises to put your taste buds and health ﬁrst. THE SHAK ORGANIC CAFE 11/43 BURNETT STREET, BUDERIM PHONE: 5445 3692 @THESHAKORGANICS 70

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FOODIE TRAIL | GOURMET TRADITIONAL FARMERS PASTA Fresh spaghetti, broccollini, pan seared prosciutto, sweet cherry tomatoes, baby spinach and fresh herbs, topped with lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil and shaved Italian grana padano cheese With over 25 years at the forefront of the hospitality industry, All’ Antica oﬀers some of the best Italian cuisine on the Sunshine Coast. The fully licensed restaurant boasts traditional dishes, all created from the best local produce and imported ingredients from Italy.

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CHOCOLATE BROWNIE Oven baked Belgian chocolate brownie on a stick drizzled with white chocolate and pecan nuts After extensive traveling and working in kitchens all over the world, owner and chef entrepreneur Augusta, together with her husband Ian settled in Noosa to bring to life their dream of owning a gelato pop store. While they’re known for their premium gelato pops, they also offer gourmet waffles and brownies, both served on a stick, alongside the finest soft serve and slushies. All made fresh daily – pop in for a visit! HAPPY POPS SHOP 6, 49 HASTINGS STREET, NOOSA HEADS @HAPPYPOPSNOOSA HAPPYPOPS.COM.AU

GYOZA Your choice of pork, prawn or veggie fillings; they are both steamed and pan-fried, and served with a sesame-soy dipping sauce Custom bikes, craft beers, food and coffee – what’s not to love about Moto Bar in Noosa? Serving a stellar spread of delicious food, Noosa coffee and local craft beer, this super cool cafe/ bar/motorcycle showroom has become a popular haunt for local foodies and bike aficionados. Open Sunday to Tuesday from 6.30am to 2pm and Wednesday to Saturday from 6.30am to 10pm, do yourself a favour and head along to find out why. MOTO BAR 66 NOOSA DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS MOTOBAR.COM.AU PROFILEMAG.COM.AU

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YOSEMITE WORDS AND PHOTOS ELLEN PARKER

Yosemite National Park, in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, is a breathtaking destination with its cascading waterfalls, vast wilderness and challenging rock climbs. Whether you opt for a day trip or settle in to see the sights, there is so much to love about Yosemite.

EL CAPITAN

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Making our way into Yosemite National Park, felt as though I was driving into an Ansel Adams photograph, the only exception being it was full colour in the middle of summer, and I could feel the natural beauty at every turn. The surroundings are absolutely breathtaking and the most picturesque landscapes I have ever seen. Ansel Adams, a well known player in the preservation and conservation of wilderness areas and national parks in the United States, chose to capture Yosemite in black and white and has become renowned for his work, largely because of his ability to combine an appreciation of the landscape's aesthetic beauty while displaying great technical skill. Feeling inspired by Ansel’s body of work, it’s no surprise I kept my camera close at all times, eager to capture the incredible sights of Yosemite.

My now-ﬁancé and I had been holidaying in California and wanted to see the sites of northern Cali, so we arranged a multi-day road trip. Starting in San Francisco, we drove over the Golden Gate Bridge, along the ocean, then through the giant sequoia trees to ﬁnally end up in Napa Valley/St Helena. Next stop was Sonoma to visit the quaint and historical vineyards and enjoy a wide variety of local wines, each with their own characteristics thanks to San Fran’s unique micro-climates.

"FEELING INSPIRED BY ANSEL ADAMS' BODY OF WORK, IT’S NO SURPRISE I KEPT MY CAMERA CLOSE AT ALL TIMES, EAGER TO CAPTURE THE INCREDIBLE SIGHTS OF YOSEMITE." Knowing we had a four-hour drive ahead to reach Yosemite National Park, we left Sonoma early one morning, and during our road trip, we happened upon a huge wind farm; a beautiful juxtaposition against the rolling hills and blue sky. While driving to Yosemite, it’s easy to get caught up in the surroundings, but as the roads are windy, make sure you’re paying

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close attention; in some areas it felt like we were going to drive off the side! Upon arriving at Yosemite, we parked in the first spot we found, which happened to be opposite the Yosemite Chapel; built in 1879, it is Yosemite's oldest building. This part of the national park is called the Sentinel Meadow/Cook's Meadow Loop and it offers the most breathtaking views of Yosemite Falls. On the day of our trip, there was added excitement as former US president Barack Obama was flying in with his family and other government officials, to give a speech on the National Park Service. Although we didn’t get to see him, we were able to snap a pic of his helicopter overhead! First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is nearly 1200 square miles, which is why many people choose to stay for a few days and camp. We would have loved to camp, and it will be something we look into next time, but you need to book your site a year in advance. It is so busy, some families re-book as they check out. If you are planning to stay overnight or want to do an extended hike, you will require a permit, likewise if you want to climb the cliff faces, you need a permit and an application. There are plenty of park rangers around, so if you have any questions about what you’re allowed to do, or want to know more about the area, they are a wealth of information. We spent a full day at the national park, which was enough for us to explore and get a sense of the place. Day visitors don’t require any permits and are allowed to stay until the park closes at sunset – which allows you to see the changing colours of the rocks as the daylight changes. It is absolutely phenomenal and we often found ourselves just standing in silence, admiring the beauty of nature. Yosemite National Park is truly spectacular. There is plenty to see and do at Yosemite National Park; the Tunnel View is Yosemite's most famous vista. It is where you can see El Capitan, Clouds Rest, Half Dome, Sentinel Rock, Sentinel Dome and one of the most prominent waterfalls, Bridalveil Fall.

HALF DOME

THE TOP 3 SITES WOULD BE: • The two granite monoliths, Half Dome and El Capitan. As you look up at the face of El Capitan you may be lucky enough to see climbers scaling the 3000 foot walls. Some hikers are easier to spot than others because they have big blue water barrels strapped to their backs, it is all they need to survive! • Yosemite Falls stands 728 meters high (2425 ft) and is North America's tallest waterfall. • Big Oak Flat Road, aka Hwy 120, brings you through the Gold Rush town of Groveland, CA 9532 which is historical in its own right and has a few timeless places to visit that oﬀer plenty of old world charm.

MY TOP TIPS FOR PLANNING A TRIP TO YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK: • Take a great camera • Utilise the shuttles, you will learn a lot and it makes getting around the park so easy • Pack comfortable footwear, water, snacks, a camera and a sense of adventure. My ﬁancé and I both love learning about where we are and who doesn’t love an interesting fact!

TRISTAN AND ELLEN IN SENTINEL/COOK'S MEADOW LOOP WITH YOSEMITE FALLS

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Returning to the theatre for its 10th anniversary celebration tour, the iconic musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert is set to thrill Brisbane audiences. Angelique Cassimatis, who plays one of three jaunty singers known as ‘The Divas’, chats with Profile to oﬀer a glimpse into what audiences can expect from the glittering musical. HOW DID YOU DEVELOP A CAREER IN THE PERFORMING ARTS? My mum is a theatre nut and she got me into dancing at a young age. She took me to see a show in Brisbane called Shout. She mentioned to me that the people onstage were actually paid to perform. From that day I knew that was what I wanted to do!

WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO PURSUE A ROLE IN THIS HIT MUSICAL? The movie is so iconic and the soundtrack from the ﬁlm is so exciting. I saw it 10 years ago and I loved how most of their songs had been taken and put into the stage production. Having that amazing soundtrack sparked my interest.

HOW DID YOU REACT WHEN YOU DISCOVERED YOU LANDED THE ROLE AS ONE OF THE THREE DIVAS? I was actually worried because I knew the divas were suspended in the air and I wasn’t sure if I would be afraid of the heights.

WHAT WAS THE AUDITION PROCESS LIKE? It was quite a confronting experience because we were picked at random to sing diﬀerent harmony lines with diﬀerent girls in front of the audition panel. As I don’t read sheet music, I had to make sure I knew each of the three harmony lines inside out.

FEATURE | CULTURE WHAT CAN AUDIENCES EXPECT TO SEE IN TERMS OF THE SET AND COSTUMES? Lots of colour, sparkles and glitter! Huge wigs and lots of heart!

PRISCILLA IS CERTAINLY A GROUNDBREAKING TALE. HOW IMPORTANT IS THE RENEWED MUSICAL IN OUR MODERN SOCIETY? I think it’s perfect timing for Priscilla to be showing again. It’s so important to illustrate that all families are diﬀerent. It is also another platform to remind us all to embrace our uniqueness and realise it’s okay to be who you are – not who everyone else says you have to be.

HOW DO YOU THINK YOUR EXPERIENCES IN THIS MUSICAL WILL INFLUENCE YOUR LIFE AS A PERFORMER IN THE FUTURE? If you told me 10 years ago that I would be one of the singing divas in Priscilla, I probably would have laughed in your face. I started out as a dancer and never in my wildest dreams thought I would be hired as a vocalist in a big musical. This show has helped me break out of that mould, and I hope it will show other young performers that just because one person puts you in a box it doesn’t mean you have to stay there.

WHY SHOULD AUDIENCES COME AND SEE PRISCILLA WHEN THE MUSICAL OPENS IN QPAC BRISBANE? I believe this show is extremely special. Not only is it set in Australia, but it has an all-Australian creative team that has taken it across the globe. It’s one of the only Australian musicals to do this and I think that’s pretty incredible. It’s a show that is full of heart, laughs and lots of sequins and for the ﬁrst time the big pink bus will be stopping in Brisbane – my home town!

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HOW DID YOU REHEARSE FOR THE ROLE WITH THE OTHER CAST MEMBERS? Because there are three of us, we had a lot of rehearsals together to ensure we were singing as a unit. We all knew we had to ﬂy in the show, so I made sure I was physically able by attending Pilates two to three times a week just to guarantee I was show-ﬁt.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MUSICAL NUMBER FROM THE SHOW? It’s Raining Men, as it’s the opening of the show and the reaction from the audience is so exhilarating. It puts everyone in a good mood. PROFILEMAG.COM.AU

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