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Welcome if you’re like me you will have been somewhat overwhelmed by the extraordinary weather we have experienced in the last few months. now, if i haven’t told you before, i am truly a summer person … i love the warm, balmy evenings, the
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almost unbearable heat during the day when the mercury hovers in the high 30s day after day, and the earth is parched and brown. Well this year i feel cheated. Where have the summers that we have had year after year gone? i know that the seemingly endless drought that played havoc with all our lives is thankfully well and truly over, but the summer we just had felt like it was over not long after it began. here we are mid-autumn and we have, in this our first edition for 2011, lots of inspiring, interesting and colourful stories that feature people and places in the goulburn and murray valleys. you will enjoy reading about the new afl club, the gold coast suns, whose young cEo travis auld comes from tatura. We wish him well with
FROM FARMHOUSE TO GREEN HOUSE – a magic transformation ......................... 9 TATURA’S SON SHINES – travis auld heads up afl newcomer ............................. 17
his new endeavour. there are two stunning renovated houses featured in this edition. both the Kyabram and the violet town houses are also surrounded by beautiful gardens. the marvellous magic makeovers the owners have achieved with these homes are to drool over.
SHOWCASING GOULBURN RIVER VALLEY – an exciting initiative ........................ 21 HISTORIC HOME IS ALL HEART – step inside an old beauty ................................ 25 PORT OF ECHUCA – steaming into a new era ....................................................... 32 MY TOWN, MY PLACE – violet town - small town, big heart ................................. 44
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Echuca tourism hub WEll-KnoWn hospitality idEntitiEs, KErriE and scott pitts, havE rElocatEd thE much-lovEd cErEs rEstaurant to thE port End of high st, thE hub of food tourism in Echuca-moama. moving from its birth home at the old flour mill site in nish st after five years, ceres has changed more than just its location, with a shift from exclusively fine dining to a more casual alfresco experience, with possibly the best sidewalk dining location in all of Echuca-moama! despite leaving behind the unique and rustic interior of the old mill, scott explains how the high flow of car and people traffic has more than doubled their kitchen workload. “We did 1000 more meals in our first week here and have served 2900 people in just two weeks,” scott says. With a change in pace from night-time fine dining at the old mill site, ceres’ new hero (or signature style) is its lunch menu with an emphasis on deli produce including antipasto platters, fresh salads and in the near future, scott’s very own home-made cheese (sourced from a local dairy). despite the new location and increase in pace, scott and Kerrie remain true to their philosophy of great-quality food using the freshest and whenever possible, local produce. “the produce is still and will always remain very much the driving force in what we do,” scott says.
breakfast is also a new addition to the ceres menu and is being revisited by scott who, in 20 years as a chef, has rarely cooked a breakfast menu. however it has not taken long for scott to once again become familiar with the humble egg … and cooked just the way you like it! “We cooked 28-dozen eggs on our sunday,” scott says. regulars to ceres will be pleased to know that despite the many changes, diners can be prepared for the same attention to detail and great-tasting produce they have come to expect. “We are still doing what we have always done and we are doing it well,” scott says. tapas is still a star at the new ceres and you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to ‘where’ to enjoy your zucchini flowers filled with goat’s cheese, or the everpopular arancini served with garlic aioli. upstairs would be my choice, where you can take in the entire length of picturesque high st. scott’s signature double-roasted duck (featured in autumn 2010 Homescape) with sautéed spinach and cherry jus is still a mainstay on the menu – thankfully! [hs]
ceres is now located on the corner of high and radcliffe sts, Echuca, and is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner with a friday, saturday and sunday breakfast from 8am. phone ceres on (03) 5482 5599 for bookings.
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From Farmhouse to green house BY JO BREEN
thE minutE you arE WElcomEd into lisa and stEphEn booth’s homE, you Want to stay forEvEr.
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this 100-year-old farmhouse has been transformed into a classy, truly liveable family home that is equally at ease tucked away on 4ha just 4km north of Kyabram, as it would be in the hamptons of long island. in fact, there’s a hint of the hamptons style to this cleverly planned and executed renovation which has been sealed with an in-ground pool and beach-style cabana, bright open living spaces and design elements that have been sympathetically merged into the original genesis of the house. there’s a strong sense that everything just works in this hidden little gem. nothing competes for your attention, yet there is so much to take in, nicely parcelled into 20sq of efficient living space for a busy family of five. but the calm, relaxed and easy atmosphere is very much a product of design – passive green design. lisa, who works in the family business, malijo sustainability, specialises in home and community sustainability projects. it’s not until lisa and steve explain the extent to which they have adhered to the philosophies that are the basis of lisa’s work, that you understand these two are the unsung heroes of this striking renovation. While the end result is easy living, the journey has been a little more of a hard slog.
Top: The in-ground pool was a lifestyle choice for the couple and their three children. Above left: Steve and Lisa fell in love with the beautiful rambling garden that surrounds the home. Above right: The owners adhered to green principles while renovating, without compromising on style.
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lisa and steve first fell in love with the potential of the 13sq weatherboard the minute they rounded the long country driveway three years ago, having searched for a home they could work with and renovate to passive and green principles. “the house was sound structurally which was most important, but it was all wrong. it faced the wrong way, it was dark, with a west-facing front and no northerly aspect,” lisa says.
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“but the garden was amazing, and we knew it was for us.” What followed was 18 months of intense planning and research before steve and lisa, who were owner builders for the project, secured the services of local builder leigh huggard to start the renovation, and reshape the orientation of the home towards the north. lisa and steve made the most of the solid slab that acts as a thermal mass for heating and cooling in their living area by laying tiles over the top, and they installed 1kW of pv solar panels for solar electricity, and a solar hot water service. they maximised cross-ventilation, with strategically placed double-glazed windows and french doors, and the only conventional heating and cooling in the home is a split-system unit that is supported by ceiling fans.
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the 3.6m ceilings were dropped in part to 3m, “so the house doesn’t have to work as hard”, but the original pressedtin ceiling in the kitchen has been retained, as has the old fireplace that has melded the old with the new. “i think we’ve been sympathetic to the old girl,” lisa says. “tarting her up into a contemporary home wouldn’t have cut it. We didn’t want a big house with all that energy consumption, and the final floor plan is 20sq. We added about 10sq including the alfresco area. it’s only as big as it needs to be.” taking into account their three children, bodhi 8, charlee 7 and Xan 6, you may be forgiven for wondering how everything fits, yet there are wide open spaces and cosy nooks for privacy rubbing up against each other with ease. steve worked on a lot of the renovation himself, after hours and on weekends, tackling everything from painting and
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fencing to roofing and insulating the home. “We lived in a bit of a jumble for a while; we even cooked eggs in the bathroom at one stage,” he says. the couple used all local tradesmen and had nothing but praise for their cabinetmaker leigh morris of mbm designs, Kyabram, who bought into the vision, and produced solutions for ensuring the new kitchen cabinetry worked flush with the uneven original floorboards. steve and lisa were industrious in using recycled and existing house materials where possible – the pool cabana is the remodelled veranda that used to sit on the north of the house. both say going owner builder for a project like this is not for the faint-hearted, but the money saved allowed them to pay for the in-ground pool – a big decision for lisa. “i wrestled with the pool, because i know they are inefficient beasts,
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but it was a lifestyle choice for the kids and their friends,” she says. “We do have solar heating for the pool, but because even then you need a pump that guzzles energy, we don’t use it much. We are just very diligent with the pool blanket that traps heat and prevents evaporation.” a 100,000 litre rainwater tank is one of the home’s clever green features, while lisa’s imported windmill, purely for looks, towers over the tank ensuring the authenticity of the old farmhouse is maintained. steve pays a lot of attention to the rambling garden around the home, but credits the previous owners with its beauty. an east-west-facing pergola shrouded in deciduous grapevine provides shade in the hot months, and new eaves over the north-facing windows protect the home in summer while still allowing sunlight to penetrate in winter.
Left: Steve and Lisa with their children Bodhi, Xan and Charlee. Top: The renovation has been topped off with classy features throughout.
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Travis Auld, his wife Stacey and their children, Isabella and Thomas, are enjoying life on the Gold Coast.
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travis auld, thE boy Who grEW up in tatura and is noW at thE hElm of afl nEWcomEr, thE gold coast suns, is EntEring onE of thE most EXciting phasEs of his lifE as thE club hEads into its inaugural sEason With somE of thE gamE’s biggEst namEs and an EnviablE linE-up of talEntEd young rEcruits. Establishing an afl club from scratch has been a huge challenge, but travis says the rewards far outweigh the difficulties he has faced as chief executive officer of the gold coast suns. the beachside community has embraced the football club and has put its wholehearted support behind the team. “When i arrived we had six staff and an old stadium. We didn’t have offices and we had eight contracted players. now we have a new 25,000-seat, $144 million stadium. We have 54 staff and 53 contracted players. We have a vibrant and exciting culture,” the former mooroopna secondary college student says.
With a star-studded list that includes the ablett brothers gary and nathan, former brisbane lion best-and-fairest winner michael rischitelli and 2008 hawthorn premiership player campbell brown, along with coach, former West coast Eagles great, guy mcKenna, the gold coast suns are aiming to be competitive in their first afl season.
the youngest son of tatura greyhound trainer Jim auld and his wife tanya, travis was appointed gold coast suns cEo in June 2009. “there’s no better challenge than to start up an afl team so it’s very enjoyable. it’s absolutely the ultimate test. there’s no cushioning around you; you’re accountable for every decision you make.”
“a playing list has never been built this way before. the average age of our players is under 20. they’re very young but very talented. We want to be competitive week in, week out. Win, lose or draw we want fans to walk away saying, ‘those guys really had a crack’,” travis says.
it’s been a rapid climb up the ladder for this talented 38-year-old, having spent almost 12 years at Essendon football club where he rose to the position of chief operating officer and was in line to take over from former cEo peter Jackson when he retired.
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“i got into football by accident. i’m actually a chartered accountant. i was working for a chartered accounting firm in melbourne. the Essendon football club was a client of the firm’s and i was doing some work for them. back in 1995-96 i discovered salary cap breaches at Essendon as part of the annual audit and so the new cEo at the time approached me to head up their finance department. i’d never thought about working for an afl team,” the la trobe university bachelor of business graduate says.
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“there’d been discussions about me stepping into peter Jackson’s role when he left, but during that time i had discussions about this opportunity with the gold coast football club. the interview period spanned six months and i became quite attached to the idea of being involved in a new club and heading up to the gold coast. it was a difficult decision, ‘do i stay with a 140-year-old club with a huge supporter base or chase the dream and start with a blank canvas?’ ”
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travis hasn’t looked back since moving to the gold coast with his wife stacey and their two children isabella, 8 and thomas, 7. “part of my role was to work with our list manager to present opportunities to players at other clubs who we targeted, like gary ablett, campbell brown and michael rischitelli. that took a lot of work demonstrating what we thought was an enormous opportunity for us and for them,” travis says. “the most difficult thing has been the volume of work that needs to be done to build a football club. very early on we spent time establishing the culture we want here and the set of values to underpin that. those values were established with the community here, 10 players and six staff. We had to spend a lot of time keeping those values alive as others came into the club. my view is the biggest difference between a successful club and an unsuccessful club is the character of the people at the club. that’s been very rewarding for me.”
and so has the response from the gold coast community. “the community here demanded their own football club. We have 11,000 members and over 50,000 registered fans. We’re a member-owned club. We spend a lot of time out in the community and the guys do their bronze medallion with the surf lifesaving club and then they go out and patrol the beaches. “the gold coast is a fantastic place. it’s great in terms of building an afl club because we don’t have the scrutiny we would have in melbourne, however we have the necessary support and passion within our community.”
her support by wearing the number of an indigenous player from a community between darwin and alice springs. “you help them through those tough times and you watch them grow and develop and it’s very rewarding,” travis says.
it’s also the perfect place to raise a family travis says. “the kids love the coast and thomas has taken up surfing. Every weekend you’re down the beach or swimming in the pool; they think it’s one big holiday!”
as much as he loves Queensland, the former tatura state school student still has strong ties with his hometown. “growing up in a place like tatura keeps you very grounded. the thing i love about all my mates i grew up with is that they never let you get too far ahead of yourself, no matter where you are or what you’re doing. When we get together you’re just one of the guys. those values stay with you forever.” [hs]
as cEo travis has also become a mentor for the young players who have moved away from their families to join the gold coast team. isabella is even showing
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GoulburN river valley Take The TiMe To TurN off The beaTeN Track iN The picTuresque GoulburN river valley reGioN aND you’ll fiND ThaT There is aN aMaziNG varieTy of qualiTy aTTracTioNs To eNjoy. from fine wine and fresh produce to spectacular scenery and naturebased activities, there is a world eager to be discovered and well worth being promoted. so much so, that an organisation called goulburn river valley tourism (grvt) has been established to promote the striking and diverse area from shepparton in the north to Kinglake and marysville in the south, and from Kilmore in the west to Eildon in the east. having to choose a name that truly represents such a large and diverse region of victoria could have been overwhelming for a start-up organisation, however grvt executive officer amanda mcculloch says choosing a name was easy. “there is one linking and common theme that ties the whole region together and that is the majestic goulburn river. all of the valleys of the region feed off it – from the valley of a thousand hills to the goulburn valley – the river draws everything together and is the lifeblood of our wineries, orchards, fishing and nature-based tourism offering.”
Water-based activities are considered a tourism marketing strength, with lake nagambie and lake Eildon popular drawcards for recreational boating enthusiasts, while the area is also home to some of the state’s most renowned wineries. complementing these attractions is the breathtaking scenery and nature-based tourism opportunities in the strathbogie ranges and alpine areas. “visitors will be able to use the tallarook to mansfield high country rail trail for horse riding, cycling and walking while taking in the beautiful surroundings. We are working on developing opportunities to work closely with the equine industry so that we can promote it as a tourist attraction. another of the region’s key strengths is the ability to host major events,” amanda says. “visitors want to experience the region and we have so much to offer them. We have a lot of large wineries and smaller niche wineries. the produce in the region is unbelievably good; there’s everything from mushrooms in avenel, to salmon
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in yea and amazing olives and olive oils. destination dining is an area we want to develop and promote so when visitors come, they can experience our fresh produce cooked by expert chefs and matched to our region’s quality wines.” visitors to the goulburn river valley region will soon be able to cater their stay to suit their interests by using the goulburn river valley tourism – heart of victoria holiday planner that promotes various touring routes, covering everything from food and wine and nature-based activities to arts and culture. the holiday planner will be distributed through the region’s visitor information centres and at major regional events, while the touring routes will also be promoted on grvt’s new website. “the more we can promote what we have to offer, the longer we can keep people in the region,” amanda says. in a first for the region’s tourism industry, grvt is embarking on a six-month tourism industry leadership program involving 22 business operators from right
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built circa 1900, the original 14sq weatherboard house has been extended to include a large guest wing for the couple’s visiting children and grandchildren. outside, there’s nothing the little ones like better than exploring the whimsical garden that surrounds their grandparents’ home. the owners bought the house at auction in december 2003 and began renovating the following year. an extension that was built onto the original residence during the 1950s and included the old kitchen and bathroom had to be knocked down as it was riddled with white ants. the couple rebuilt this section of the house and renovated the oldest part of the home before moving in in february 2005. the extension that includes the new kitchen,
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meals area, dining room and laundry was under way and work began on the guest wing and new garage in January 2006. many of the original timber features, including the floorboards, ceiling and wall panelling in the front of the house have been restored, while the owners have chosen a charming french provincial theme for the 17sq extension – a reflection of the time they have spent in france. a luxurious cafe ole and cream colour scheme has been used in the entrance hall, complementing the rich, dark timber floorboards and 3.75m timber ceiling. the owners, who did most of the renovation and demolition work themselves, called on the expertise of a master plasterer to carry out the moulding and ornate cornice work required to restore the home’s victorian-era features. the front room has been converted into a classic library – this is the masterpiece of the home and it is simply breathtaking. the boutique grand piano, finished in highlypolished walnut, is just one of the many beautiful features in here. timber bookcases
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from floor to ceiling hold more than 3000 books and the chesterfield-style furniture beside the restored fireplace is the perfect spot to cosy up with a good story. the softgreen colour scheme creates a passive ambience and it’s easy to imagine someone tinkling away at the piano while the family gathers around the fire. a leadlight feature door opens from the entrance hall onto the elegant new sitting room which has been built to replace the 1950s extension that was demolished.
The original fireplace and timber features complement the classic library that the owners have created, complete with a beautiful boutique grand piano.
sunlight streams in through two sets of tall french doors which are dressed in exquisite fringed drapes – classic European is the feel in here. fine furniture, a luxurious persian rug, the restored original fireplace and a handmade brass chandelier that hangs from an elaborate pressed-metal ceiling create a formal air, however the family photos and prints that reflect the couple’s travelling memories make the room feel homely and inviting. step up to the living area and you enter the new extension where the terracotta floor tiles
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hint at the french provincial theme. to the right is the formal dining area with a view to the century-old grapevine that enhances the feeling that you’re living in france. through to the kitchen and the cork floor adds to the rustic charm of the parchment-coloured cabinetry, porcelain sink, renaissance-style taps and attractive stone bench tops. floorto-ceiling windows in the kitchen/meals area overlook the garden where a large, old locut tree also acts as a screen between this living area and the guest wing to the east.
the guest wing houses three spacious bedrooms, a beautiful bathroom with spa and shower and a handy kitchenette that is ideal for parents with young children, while the owners’ master suite is located in the main part of the house.
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When the grandchildren come to stay, there’s nothing they like better than exploring their grandparents’ garden.
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One Of tHe biggest prOjeCts ever seen in eCHuCa – tHe $14.2 milliOn revitalisatiOn Of tHe pOrt Of eCHuCa – Will breatHe neW life intO tHe regiOn. shire of campaspe councillor, Kevin simpson, says the meticulous $ 6.67 million rebuild of the national heritagelisted Echuca Wharf is the main focus of the revitalisation project. Jointly funded by council and the federal and state governments, this project will see the historic wharf rebuilt, bay by bay. the port of Echuca – home to the country’s largest river boat fleet – has long been a popular tourist destination for national and international visitors
also of major importance, with blueprints of the original works from 1865 to 1867 to be used to restore the red-gum wharf. current visitors to the port can witness this amazing transformation of the original wharf structure, which once stretched more than 400m along the river bank and serviced up to 240 paddlesteamers in a year. to see the history of the wharf and its workings gives a true insight into the importance of the murray river and the original townships of Echuca and moama in australia’s pioneering days.
alike. but it’s the locals, and those within one hour of this murray river destination, that the port of Echuca is keen to reacquaint with what is a Above: The famous Port of Echuca is undergoing a multi-million-dollar revitalisation project, with the main focus on rebuilding the historic Echuca Wharf, while family-friendly attractions will also be incorporated.
very integral, if not the most important aspect, of Echuca-moama’s history. major events officer at the port, belinda owen, says, “bringing families back to the port and educating kids on where they live are high priorities.” authenticity of the works at this heritage-listed site is
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but it’s the “right here and now” belinda and her team are focusing on to entice more visitors to the port of Echuca. in a first for the port’s paddlesteamer fleet, children can climb aboard to learn about science as well as how to cook from a master chef – paddlesteamer style! beginning these Easter school holidays, the port of Echuca is offering ‘Kids’ scientwists cruises’ and ‘Kids in the galley cooking cruises’ for children aged
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four to 15. throughout april there will be fun and educational cruises for children as well as on-land activities including an ‘ooze lab’ and ‘bubble-ology lab’ – how awesome does that sound? With events such as these planned for school holidays and long weekends throughout the calendar year, the port of Echuca has ‘steamed’ into a new era of family entertainment while still maximising important aspects of its past. the history of the port’s paddlesteamer fleet cannot be underestimated with the world’s oldest steamer, the ps adelaide, one of its grandest residents. restoration work on many of the port’s paddle steamers
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to celebrate the ps pevensey’s 100th birthday, Echuca paddlesteamers has organised a 100-day countdown with activities planned daily from april 12 to July 20.
35 years at the port. plans to restore the recently-returned ps success are also well under way with an opportunity for visitors to be part of the restoration process by purchasing a ‘plank’ to be engraved and fitted in the hull of the 134-year-old vessel. and possibly the most recognised of all river boats, the ps pevensey – made famous for her role as ‘philadelphia’ in
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and heritage steam festival in october, the port is the hub of this busy, tourist-
in honour of this centenary, Echuca paddlesteamers is offering homescape readers the chance to win a prize pack valued at $117. this includes a limitededition box set of all the rivers run - series one and two, and a double superpass including a wharf walk, guided tour and a one-hour paddlesteamer cruise. to enter, email your port@portofechuca.org.au (03) 5482 4248.
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NorThliNks TaTura offers hoMe buyers of all aGes a rare opporTuNiTy To eNjoy a preMiuM sTaNDarD of liviNG aND firsT-class aMeNiTies aT aN afforDable price. located at tatura’s picturesque hill top golf and country club in the sun-drenched goulburn valley, the 250-lot residential subdivision is enjoying strong land sales. renowned golf course architects thomson and perrett redesigned the front nine of the tatura course to incorporate the subdivision, with blocks priced from $89,900. set among towering eucalyptus trees, the northlinks tatura development offers residents 57ha of manicured golf course as their backyard, while clubhouse amenities are just a short stroll away. here members enjoy the delights of the bistro, quality lawn bowling greens, gaming facilities and social functions. northlinks project manager paul ranson says, “in terms of affordability we just don’t believe there is anything that compares. Whether you are a first home buyer, upgrading or retiring, the value is unsurpassed. northlinks offers 800sq m lots for less than $89,900 in a high-quality residential subdivision, versus upwards of $130,000 for a comparable lot in surrounding areas; that’s $40,000-plus in a family’s pocket. We’re selling golf course/lake frontage blocks for $119,500. Where can you get value like that?” mr ranson says tatura has outstanding local amenities, strong industry with abundant employment opportunities and a genuine sense of community. “We see tatura as a very prosperous, high-quality satellite town to shepparton. northlinks is located on the north side of the township, so shepparton is
very easily accessed from the estate. pyke rd, the main connector road to northlinks on the shepparton side is being sealed now and will be completed before the middle of the year. When finished, shepparton will be just 15 minutes away.” real estate agent matt chilcott, who has offices in shepparton and tatura, says the value-for-money aspect is impossible to ignore. “many of our land purchasers simply can’t believe they can afford such a lifestyle, in a development of this quality.” brett creighton from rodwells real Estate agrees. “those approaching or in retirement can afford to build a dream lifestyle on the golf course and still have a meaningful amount of money left to put into their super. here they get to enjoy a lifestyle they deserve – maybe even one they thought was out of their reach.” the developers have been working in conjunction with local boutique builders as well as larger project builders to offer a range of products to suit different buyers. house and land packages start from $269,240, while $550,000 will buy an architectdesigned, highly-specified statement piece. for those seeking land only, there are a range of lot sizes on offer from 650sq m off course at $89,900, through to 1300sq m overlooking water and greens at $139,500. for more information contact matt chilcott on 0404 057 036 or brett creighton on 0418 399 640 or visit www.northlinkstatura.com.au. [hs] www.homescape.com.au
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Coffee BY CHRISTY O’BRIEN
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coffEE, similar to WinE and chEEsE, is all about pErsonal tastE. and if you arE nEW to coffEE (good coffEE that is) thErE arE a fEW things you Will nEEd to KnoW bEforE you WalK into your local coffEE housE and ordEr an ‘affogato’ With confidEncE. following on from Homescape’s introductory story on the coffee culture that has filtered through the goulburn and murray valleys, and our feature on how to make great coffee at home, here we bring you all there is to know about ordering coffee.
Long black (Doppio) a double shot of espresso
this article will help you decipher the average coffee menu and have you ordering a short macchiato or vienna coffee in the time it takes the barista to froth your milk.
Mocha one-third espresso, two-thirds steamed milk with an added portion of chocolate (syrup or sweet cocoa powder).
before we begin, it’s important to note that not all coffee-makers will stick to the following descriptions, and that this list is purely a guide to what you should expect to see:
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Flat white Espresso coffee with milk (no froth)
Affogato Espresso poured over vanilla ice-cream (yum, yum!)
Cappuccino Espresso coffee with a touch of steamed milk and a thick layer of milk froth with chocolate dusted on top Caffe latte Espresso topped with steamed milk and served in a glass. but hang on a minute … what is espresso coffee? let’s take a step back and explain: Espresso is a rapid method of brewing that uses pressure, not gravity, to brew ground coffee beans. the first espresso machines were invented in 1903, somewhere in northern italy. Espresso coffee is not the same as plunger, stove-top or drip-method coffee and is what you are most likely to find in your local coffee house. and from this lovely, thick, dark liquid gold we end up with the following coffee creations:
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WHAT immEdiATELy WARms THE HEART WHEn you VisiT VioLET ToWn is THE AmAzinG sEnsE oF communiTy And THE VibRAnT cuLTuRE THAT mAKEs THis PEAcEFuL LiTTLE ViLLAGE FEEL so ALiVE And WELcominG.
Top: The lovely old Violet Town Hotel is a focal point in the main street. Above: Violet Town Action Group chairperson Robin Landvogt says retirees and young families are making the move to Violet Town.
There’s something unique about the pretty ‘Town of Flowers’, where everyone you pass on the street is smiling and residents go out of their way to help each other. Violet Town has captured a spirit that can be difficult to maintain in modern times, so much so that when people move to the town, they find it very hard to leave. Famous for drawing crowds to its huge monthly market, and as the hometown of former Killing Heidi band members, Ella and Jesse Hooper, Violet Town’s profile continues to grow as it becomes a popular destination for retirees seeking a
tree change and young families wanting to raise their children in a safe and nurturing environment. Although the town appears laidback and tranquil on the surface, there’s a lot going on behind the scenes that keeps the community strong. Violet Town Action Group chairperson and local historian, Robin Landvogt, and her husband Peter moved to Violet Town 33 years ago and have raised three sons there. Robin is heavily involved in running the town’s government-funded EcoLiving Project and she and Peter recently built
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a new environmentally-sustainable home, preferring to travel to work rather than leave the comfort of this community. “it’s a very supportive town; people look after each other here,” Robin says. “it’s a strong and safe community. more and more people are coming here to retire and we are attracting young families. The numbers at the school and kindergarten are up.”
new homes are being built and residents are learning how to live sustainably via EcoLiving Project workshops at the town’s busy community centre, which has also been retro-fitted to become more environmentally friendly. Violet Town’s leisure amenities include a lovely public pool that is just across the road from the primary school, along with football, netball, tennis and bowls facilities.
Above left: Environmentally-sustainable homes are being built in Violet Town and residents are participating in EcoLiving Project workshops to learn how to live sustainably. Above: Young families are enjoying the benefits of living in a tight-knit country community.
A welcome return!
With a renewed appetite and passion for delivering great food and optimum customer service, Anne & David Smyth are overjoyed about the re-opening of their new look café. Many of their old favourite dishes are back on the menu, including Anne’s famous Rhubarb Cake, cooked from the heart and using only the freshest produce. Expect to see many of their experienced staff return to resume their roles offering a relaxed, welcoming and social atmosphere. Indulge in hearty full cooked breakfasts, take-away meals or dine-in (with the dining room re-opening shortly). Coffee lovers can savour the aromatic coffee and delight in a piece of freshly baked cake or slice… why not even try the delicious sweet and savoury scones.
VIOLET TOWN CAFÉ 37-39 Cowslip Street Violet Town, Ph: 5798 1380 Open Thursday to Monday 8am - 8pm Tuesday & Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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Robin says the community is known for its “can-do” attitude, recently banding together to revive the disused area around the picturesque Honeysuckle creek that runs through the town. With a $250,000 government grant and countless hours of volunteer labour, Violet Town residents have created a 3km walking track alongside the creek, revegetated the area and installed seats and signage. The result is a beautiful community asset that can be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
Above: A new bridge has been built over Honeysuckle Creek in the heart of the town, as part of a rejuvenation project that includes a 3km walking track. Right: The famous Violet Town Market attracts thousands of patrons and is a major fundraiser for the community.
The hugely popular Violet Town market has been running for more than 30 years and is held on the second saturday of the month, attracting up to 200 stallholders who offer everything from fresh local produce, great food and coffee to rare books, vintage clothing, tools, antiques, art and craft and much more. market coordinator catherine macmillan says, “We estimate between 2000 and 5000 people come to the market, depending on the weather and time of year, and they come from up to two hours away – it’s that well known! The market is the cornerstone for fundraising for many community groups in the town. it is a real
The best little op shop in the North-East!
Located at the rear of the Post Office, our shop is run by friendly and helpful volunteers with all proceeds going to local community groups – CFA, Community House, Hospital, Churches, Peranbin College, Kindergarten, Historical Society, Cemetery Trust, sporting bodies, Railway and Police Station environ beautification. We stock quality clothing and footwear for everyone. Our treasure and manchester rooms are well stocked with fascinating exciting surprises and collectables. We also include a wide range of jewellery, glassware and crockery. Children and babies are looked after with plenty of toys and games to purchase. Readers, young and old, are catered for in our well provisioned book room. Come and enjoy the experience.
VIOLET TOWN COMMUNITY OP SHOP INC. 7 Hyacinth Street Violet Town, Ph: Julie 0417 908 501 or Ronnie 0417 160 770 Open Thursday to Sunday 10am - 3pm
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team effort and brings the community together once a month in a lovely, social way too.” Proceeds from the Violet Town op shop are also used to support the community. Ray and Ronny Kirkpatrick help to run the popular op shop and they embody the community spirit that has enriched the lives of Violet Town residents. Ray, 63, also drives the community bus for the Violet Town bush nursing centre. “i love to meet people and i love the friendliness of the town,” he says. Helen Keighery – mother of former Killing Heidi pair Ella and Jesse Hooper – and her partner Howard myers run The Parish on the edge of town. “We moved the Violet Town and caniambo uniting churches onto our property. Howard and i have made the smaller Violet Town church into our home and have fitted the other out to host b&b guests, yoga and dance classes, parties, workshops, concerts etc.,” Helen says. “Ella and Jess love spending time at the churches. They often come home to song-write for their new projects, currently The Verses, and have always returned home to revisit
Above: The streets in Violet Town are aptly named after flowers. Above right:Ray Kirkpatrick has been in Violet Town for 10 years and says it is a very friendly place to live. Right: Two former churches have been used to create The Parish on the edge of town.
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Just north of the main street is the Violet Town Campus of Peranbin Primary College. This is an attractive historic school, and joins with campuses at Strathbogie, Swanpool and Baddaginnie.
Feel pampered from the moment you make your appointment with Jo.
We run a full range of programs, and connect with each campus through visits, shared teachers and programs, and HD Videoconferencing. The Campus also provides After-School Care every day, as well as running an Active-After-School program. Peranbin PC students work together in a unique school that is technologically innovative, with great teachers, high standards and an excellent reputation for behaviour. Why not come and have a tour? We’re sure you’ll be impressed!
Specialising in both ladies and mens hair styles, including colours, foils and perms and up do’s for all special occasions. Other services available are lash and brow tinting, waxing, manicures and pedicures. Jo also operates a mobile service on Mondays for clients who are unable to attend the salon. Do yourself a favour and make an appointment today. “Gift Vouchers Available”
PERANBIN PRIMARY COLLEGE (Violet Town Campus) Tulip Street Violet Town Ph: 5798 1431 Fax: 5798 1453 peranbin.pc@edumail.vic.gov.au
VT HAIR 22 Cowslip Street Violet Town Ph: 5798 1427
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the way they wrote and played music as youngsters. it’s the peace and lack of distractions which they appreciate – the huge old trees, the strathbogie granite rocks, choruses of birds and frogs. They appreciate the support that they received from locals when they started out in music.”
Above left: One of the town’s most loved and respected residents, Trish Delahey, runs the town store where she treats her customers like her family. Above: Trish and Malcolm Delahey’s store is the hub of the town. Left: Mary and Bill Cumming enjoy the rejuvenated area around Violet Town’s pretty Honeysuckle Creek.
one of the town’s most inspiring and loved personalities, Trish delahey, has been running the town store with her husband malcolm for 25 years. Trish hands out welcome packs to new residents in town and keeps everybody informed about what is going on in the community via a noticeboard at the front of the store. “it’s a very caring community; everybody looks out for everybody. i had cancer 10 years ago and i couldn’t have had it in a better place. Everybody supported me. i felt so lucky,” the grandmother of four says. The delaheys’ store is the hub of the town and has employed many young people over the years. “That’s been one of the nicest things,” Trish says. “They become a part of our family and the highlight for me has been watching them grow into beautiful people.” Trish still visits her
Visit our famous Violet Town Market
Held the second Saturday of every month, enjoy a fun family day out with more than 180 stalls, live music, kids entertainment and buskers. Stroll around the shady surrounds of this vibrant country market which has been going strong for 32 years. Stock your basket with fresh artisan bread, local meats, honey, cheeses, olives and oils, fresh pastas, chemical free garlic, while seasonal fruit and vegies, avocados and berries come straight from the grower – including many local boutique wines. Enjoy a delicious range of hot foods from Turkish and Chinese, to Indian and Vegetarian, plus great coffee options.
VIOLET TOWN MARKET Tulip St. Violet Town (free parking), Ph: 0416 233 584 Visit www.violettownmarket.com.au Second Saturday of the month 8.30am - 1pm
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customers who are now in the care of the Violet Town bush nursing centre and often ducks out to make deliveries to elderly residents who find it difficult to get to the store. Locals and passing motorists are thrilled that the Violet Town café – painted violet of course – recently reopened its doors. The café burnt down in 2009 and owners david and Anne smyth have been working hard to re-establish their business, a popular stopping point for travellers passing through town. Anne says, “We had so much support from the townspeople and we had people who travel through writing us letters, telling us how much they missed coming to our café.” The smyths have lived in Violet Town for 30 years. “it has been a great place to raise our four children. We always felt Violet Town was home,” Anne says. Also feeling very at home in Violet Town is Leading senior constable Pat storer – or ‘Policeman Pat’ as he is affectionately known by the school and kindergarten children. Pat, his wife Kate and daughter isabella, moved to Violet Town two-anda-half years ago. Pat says you would
Above: There are many historic buildings in Violet Town, including the beautiful St Attracta’s Catholic Church. Left: The Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre is a major employer in the town and provides a vital community service.
The local corner store everyone loves
Experience just how good it can feel when you drop into this bright and friendly family store. Meet the happy smiling faces of store owners, Trish and Mal, who have been warmly greeting customers for almost 26 years. Their passion and commitment for both their local community and their customers is so evident. Along with their friendly efficient staff, Tegan and Nardia, here you will always be treated with courtesy and a smile. All every day essentials are covered, with a range of services including quality cut meats, fresh fruit and vegetables, delicatessen, grocery and liquor needs. Select from an extensive range of magazines and newspapers together with phone cards and V-line tickets also available for your convenience.
VIOLET TOWN FRIENDLY GROCER 32 Cowslip Street Violet Town, Ph: 5798 1304 Open Monday to Friday 7am - 6pm Saturday & Sunday 8am - Noon
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be hard-pressed to find so many strong community groups anywhere else. “my role here is very different to what i’ve ever done before,” Pat, who previously worked at shepparton and Kyabram police stations, says. “i’m here to be a figurehead for the community. it’s the best job i’ve ever had. This will be my last stop.” it has been 175 years since famous explorer major Thomas mitchell camped on the banks of what he then called Violet Ponds – named after the violets that were growing along what is now known as Honeysuckle creek – and there’s no doubt he would be extremely proud of how the community has flourished. [hs] Above: There is a tranquil ambience as night falls at the Violet Town railway station. Right: Quaint shops line Cowslip St where residents stop to chat as they go about their business.
Homescape would like to thank Bruce Cumming for contributing to this feature by supplying some of the photos used.
You and Rba – Partners Through Life
For the last 35 years, Richard Byrnes and his staff have been providing financial advice to clients in Violet Town and surrounding areas. He and Ann set up RBA Financial Group to provide advice to clients on areas including superannuation, investment, insurance and estate planning. Financial planning involves a partnership between the client and adviser with the aim of helping clients achieve their goals. While the Rba office is in Shepparton, staff travel all around the North East and Goulburn Valley to provide services to their clients. The group currently has three planners authorised through Meritum Financial Group Pty Ltd (AFSL No: 245569) – Richard, Kathy Haas and Connie Pullella. Kathy has many years experience in retirement planning, Centrelink issues and aged care with Connie being their insurance expert.
RBA FINANCIAL GROUP 493 Wyndham Street Shepparton, Ph: 5822 1288 rbyrnes@rbafinancial.com.au
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Connecting our community
Violet Town Action Group (VTAG) supports community activities and initiatives and provides a forum for discussion in Violet Town and District, including: Reference group with Strathbogie Shire, Community Market, Community Complex available for functions and meetings, Village Voice – Community Newsletter, Eco Living Project – Sustainable retrofit of community buildings, Friends of the Pool – Family pool activities, History Group – Local histories and historical calendar, New Residents Welcome Pack, Honeysuckle Recreation Environment Project/Community Woodlot, Seed Savers, Coordinates special projects.
VIOLET TOWN ACTION GROUP INC Ph: Robin Landvogt 5798 1735 Visit www.violettown.org.au for the latest news on line
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For a perfect rejuvenating ‘getaway’, The Parish is a relaxing and eclectic retreat for friendship and family groups, reunions, workshops, meetings, special occasions and a perfect backdrop for weddings. Full kitchen facilities/equipped bar , espresso machine, for self-catering groups or let us cater for you. The Old Caniambo Church provides two Queen B & B rooms, with extra beds available, surrounded by spacious verandahs and courtyards with cosy wood fires in Winter.
We’re all about building on the skills and spirit of our community, and with a full program of activities and projects for all ages, there’s always something for everyone.
There is something for everyone, including vitamins and minerals, cosmetics, giftware ranging from beautiful jewellery to photo frames and, most importantly, a prescription service is available.
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VIOLET TOWN HEALTH & BEAUTY 22 Cowslip Street, Violet Town Ph: 5798 1647 Open Mon - Fri 10am - 5.00pm
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THE PARISH 35 Primrose Street Violet Town Ph: 5798 1381 hejeel@mcmedia.com.au
You’re always welcome to drop in to see what’s on and to have a cuppa and a chat, and we’re always keen to welcome new volunteers. We’d love to see you! We’re open Mondays and Tuesdays: 9.30am3pm, and Wednesdays: 4pm-7pm at the Community House, and the Men’s Shed is open Wednesdays and Thursdays: 8am-1pm.
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renovation tips
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James Morrison wows the crowd at Echuca-Moama’s 2011 Riverboats Jazz Food & Wine Festival.
Ruby and Abby having a fabulous time at the popular SheppARTon festival.
(Below) Chrissy Drummond, Sarah Kilborne, Jodi Boal, Lindy Burke, Caitlin Strachan, Lyn Strachan and Jen Murray put the ‘fun’ in fundraising during the recent Pink Pevensey Summerboat cruise which raised funds for breast cancer awareness.
Coming Attractions Port of Echuca School holiday fun Saturday, april 9 to tuesday, april 26 Port of Echuca fun and educational activities right through the holiday period. www.portofechuca.org.au club MarinE SouthErn 80 Ski racE friday, april 15 to Sunday, april 17 Murray river, Echuca high-speed action on the water in the biggest water-ski race in the world. www.southern80.com.au
Seasoned performer Joe Camilleri takes to the stage at the 2011 Riverboats Jazz Food & Wine Festival which was held in Echuca-Moama.
SPc ardMona kidStown EaStEr Egg-Stravaganza tuesday, april 19 to thursday, april 21 three-day festival crammed full of entertainment and activities. www.kidstown.org.au
(Below) Shepparton comes alive during the annual SheppARTon Festival – these performers are enjoying the atmosphere on the balcony at Friar’s Café. Harry Dorman gets into the spirit of things on the Pink Pevensey Summerboat cruise which raised funds for breast cancer awareness. For the first time in history, the Pevensey blew pink steam!
ruShworth EaStEr hEritagE fEStival Saturday, april 23 and Sunday, april 24 Moora recreation reserve, rushworth Market stalls, art, music, animal farm, games, dancing and so much more. www.rushwortheasterfestival.org.au nagaMbiE lakES aftEr-vintagE cElEbration Sunday, May 1 at tahbilk winery where the winemakers of nagambie lakes, goulburn valley and Strathbogie ranges gather and celebrate! www.tahbilk.com.au tatura rotary art Show friday, June 10 to Monday, June 13 victory hall, tatura an annual fundraising event with this year’s feature artist being internationally-renowned water colourist charles Sluga. for details phone 0418 577 964.
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sEE it to bEliEvE it in tHis instalment Of jOCk and maureen O’COnnOr’s travel diary, tHe sHeppartOn COuple fareWell vietnam and Head tO CambOdia – a plaCe tHey say Has tO be seen tO be believed. We arrived in cambodia’s capital, phnom penh, and took a short tour of the city on the way to our hotel. the rest of our day was free to look around and we were amazed at how the countryside looked much the same as vietnam, and everything was so much cheaper! of all the countries we have visited, cambodia is the only one where, once you negotiate a price for something, you happily pay more money (sometimes double). that night we walked around town and finished up at the fcc – the foreign correspondents’ club – established during wartime by international media and featured on the television program race around the World. the next day was a sad day; we travelled by tuk-tuk to the genocide museum (former m21 prison) – a former school transformed into a horrendous prison and torture camp during the reign of dictator pol pot. once we walked through the entry gates a terrible feeling came over us – we couldn’t believe that one human being could be so cruel to another human being. after this sobering experience we were invited to visit the Killing fields outside town, but most declined and headed to the russian market instead. We flew to siem reap with our new guide the next day and as we landed we found out that it was the first time he had ever been on www.homescape.com.au
a plane! We took off down town for some more retail therapy and discovered that in siem reap a pot of beer costs 50 cents, pirated dvds are $1.50 and an optometrist will sell you an eye test, frames and a pair of bifocals for $35! the next morning we headed off on a day trip to Kampong phluk – a cluster of three villages with houses built on stilts. in summer the houses sit some 6m above the ground, but in winter the water laps at the floorboards. locals survive on fishing, mainly shrimp. the highlight of our trip was a visit to the angkor ruins which, interestingly, maureen found more fascinating than our visit to ancient Egypt. during the 8th and 13th centuries a succession of hindu and buddhist kings created these magnificent stone temples. over the centuries much of the ruins were overgrown, but thanks to satellite mapping, most has since been reclaimed. angkor Wat ruins, which cover about 200ha, and angkor thom, just on 900ha, were our highlights, bearing in mind that to do justice to all the ruins it would take three to four days. it is extremely hard to describe these amazing sites; we can only say, “a picture tells a thousand words”. We hope you can visit cambodia someday soon. [hs]
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Try this quick trivia question to get you in the mood … Who sang the classic song Forever Autumn? (Hint: It’s from the War of the Worlds soundtrack.) Here at Friar’s Café we love autumn; the mild temperatures, sunny days and forever-changing colours of the fruit trees – and what we really like is choosing a wine to enjoy while perched on the patio watching that big ball of fire slowly descend over Bendigo way.
hip, hip rosé! rosé has lost its wishy-washy image and autumn is the best time to savour a glass, only slightly chilled though, or you lose the complexity. no longer limited to the super-sweet Kaiser stuhl or mateus, we have some fairly serious rosé from the locals. garners rosé ’10: using strathbogie shiraz, this is a delicate wine with a corner-store lollie nose. auldstone cabernet rosé ’10: Just a touch of glenrowan muscat gives this wine a fuller feel in the mouth. then of course there’s always the chrismont rosate mezzanotte ’09. for those of you with a sweet tooth, autumn is also the perfect time to indulge in a rich, chocolate treat. so don’t let the kids have all the fun at Easter – try our wicked flourless chocolate and hazelnut cake recipe (Easter bunny won’t be able to help you with this one but a couple of chooks might come in handy!). cheers, mat and tim
flourless chocolate & hazelnut cake this caKE Will gEnErously sErvE 12 to 15 pEoplE. you can maKE WhatEvEr sizE caKE you liKE, Just halvE or third thE miX and cooKing timE. iNGreDieNTs: 450g dark (70% cocoa solids) chocolate 450g unsalted butter, softened 18 eggs 270g roasted and coarsely crushed hazelnuts 660g caster sugar 3tbs good-quality Dutch cocoa
MeThoD: pre-heat the oven to 180°c and line the base and sides of a 30cm round tin (you can make any shape or size, just vary the cooking time). melt chocolate and butter in microwave, stirring often, and allow to cool. beat the eggs and sugar on high speed until the mix has tripled.
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in a separate bowl, mix the hazelnuts (we used neumos produce hazelnuts, grown locally … go team!) and cocoa together and gently fold through the chocolate and butter mix. gently fold this through the egg mix – gently; if you lose the air from the eggs your cake will be flat. bake in your pre-heated oven for roughly 75 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean (this will vary greatly according to your oven). serve with pouring cream or warmed with a good-quality vanilla bean ice-cream.
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