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Sean the storyteller By KYLIE WILSON
MARCHING TO HIS OWN BEAT: Sean Collins, seen here in a scene from The Death of Peter Pan, is building a career in the Melbourne cultural scene after first discovering his love for theatre while
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SEAN Collins is living the dream. A decade ago he was a schoolboy discovering the magic of creating characters on Wangaratta stages. And today he is part of Melbourne’s vibrant artistic community, continuing to fuel the creativity first sparked in his childhood. “I love the people, the creativity, the craziness, the fact that everyone was just themselves and didn’t apologise for that, and that individuality and desire to be yourself was not only accepted but celebrated,” he said. Since making his move to Melbourne, he has thrown himself into an array of projects, naming the 2011 Adelaide and Melbourne Fringe Festivals, and this year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival, as among his most memorable experiences. The Melbourne Fringe Festival in particular was challenging, as he worked alongside a friend on an almost entirely improvised show called Two Knights Only. “It was a very Lano and Woodley meets Mighty Boosh via Monty Python’s The Holy Grail inspired show but also had a very Australian feel to it,” he said. This year has seen him perform in his most high profile production so far, The Death of Peter Pan, a fictional account of the life of author JM Barrie which was performed at the famous Chapel off Chapel. continued page |
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ONE of Australia’s most popular plants for the home garden is citrus. Lemon trees were once found in most backyards, often near the chook yard. These evergreen trees have glossy, green leaves and sweetly scented flowers, followed by juicy edible fruits, with many varieties ripening through winter. Apart from the color, one of the easiest ways to tell if the fruit is ready for picking is to shake the branches. The ripe fruit should fall to the ground. In windy conditions the ripe fruit is often blown from the tree. Most ripe citrus fruit can be picked by twisting and gently pulling the fruit from the branch. If the fruit doesn’t come off easily, it’s not ready yet. Always do a taste test. If the fruit is not sweet enough, leave it on the tree a bit longer. The longer the fruit remains on the tree, the sweeter it becomes. Frosts also improve the flavor of citrus. Mandarins need to be harvested as soon as they turn orange for the best flavor, as they over ripen quickly and the flavor deteriorates if left on the tree. Mandarins and lemons should be cut from the branch, rather than pulled, as the skin near the stem may tear.
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FEATURE STORY
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Eye conditions CREATING A CHARACTER: Sean in his younger theatre days in Wangaratta.
“The play was really interesting and the cast and crew were by far the best I have ever had the privilege of working with‌we have become a real family that still catches up as often as we can,â€? he said.  Sean names Stephen Fry as one of his biggest influences. “I love everything he stands for and he has taken a path at least professionally of what I would like to do, in that he is a writer and journalist primarily who also does acting and directs the odd thing as well,â€? he said. “I also suffer from the same mental condition as him, which is Type II bipolar disorder, and because of this I feel a big connection to him. “I want to be a writer, director, actor and journalist with particular ambitions of being a documentary film maker. “At the end of the day I love storytelling and for me, that can manifest itself in so many different ways. “What I do with my writing and acting/theatre work is often a way of escaping, or at least channelling, my personal and at times very difficult struggles in my life.â€? Sean’s next project is a Joe Orton
play, The Ruffian on the Stair, opening in spring, which is a social commentary on life in 1960s working class England. He is also currently writing three plays and a few one man shows, and is looking forward to what the future holds. “I know that I have chosen the hard road to do what I want to do, and I may never achieve all or even half the things that I want to achieve, but I think that doing exactly what you want to do, and doing what feels right and what you really have your heart set on makes sense,� Sean said. “It might take a long time, but success is only what you make it and I believe that as long as I am doing what I love and want to do whilst meeting amazing people and working with them along the way, I have already succeeded.� Sean recalled with fondness his days with Wangaratta Players, where he learnt his craft in regional amateur theatre, particularly through his friend, the late Andrew Willett. “He taught me what theatre was all about; passion, love, sincerity, seeking the truth of things and never ever compromising on quality,� he said.
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SNOW PLAY
Kangaroo Hoppet to be a highlight ONE of Australia’s premier cross country ski races, the Kangaroo Hoppet, will take place at Falls Creek this weekend and is set to attract big crowds from across the region and beyond. The event provides participants with an opportunity to ski the Bogong High Plains, and also includes a variety of shorter events. Events at Falls Creek this weekend also includes the Mim Sodergren Women’s Program on August 23-24. There is also plenty of snow action occurring at Mt Hotham. This Saturday, August 24, will see the OOTZ A La Carte in the Park Beer Battered Rider Cross, providing a grass roots opportunity for an introduction to racing a FIS level course. Registration forms and information will be available at the Hotham Events Desk in Hotham Central or via email at events@hotham.com.au. From August 25-27, Mt Hotham will host the FIS ANC Snowboarder-X presented by Bolle, where top snowboarders from across the globe will be competing, including current world champion, Aussie Alex “Chumpy” Pullin. At the end of the month, on August 31, Mt Hotham will turn pink in support of Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). Visitors to Hotham on the weekend of August 31-September 1 are encouraged to wear a touch of pink (or lots of pink) to show support for Australians affected by breast cancer, and there will be a ‘Snowfield of Women’ to show support and pay tribute to all those affected by breast cancer, among other activities, fundraising and events. Across the different snow destinations, there are activities such as skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, cross country skiing, snow play
OFF WE GO: Pictured enjoying the first day opening of Blue Ribbon at Hotham are (from left) Alison Davies from Melbourne, Hothams operations general manager Len Dobell and Josh from Werribee.
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Behind the Candelabra (M) BEFORE Elton John, Madonna and Lady Gaga, there was Liberace: virtuoso pianist, outrageous entertainer and flamboyant star of stage and television. In summer 1977, handsome young stranger Scott Thorson walked into his dressing room, and Behind the Candelabra takes a behind-the-scenes look at their tempestuous relationship.
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Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action by Franz Ferdinand THIS LP cements their status as a unique and adventurous British band: emboldened by a decade’s undreamt-of worldwide success, but still daring and defiant. The ten songs that make up Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action take what propelled Franz Ferdinand to global fame - painterly lyrical detail, heavyweight hooks, precise aesthetic vision and that uncanny ability to marry arch artistic sensibility with pop punch. BOOK
In Search of Captain Moonlite by Paul Terry WHEN a masked and cloaked bandit robbed the bank of a small gold town in 1869, he created the legend of Captain Moonlite, the gun-toting man of God who enthralled and appalled the nation for almost a decade. This book uses little-seen histories, a remarkable cache of rare documents, and the records of his time to rewrite the story of a man who was not what he seemed. Published by Allen and Unwin
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A law unto oneself THERE’S a lot of talk these days about the Law of Attraction which, on the face of it, may appear to be some New Age gobbledegook which preys on people’s insecurities and our human penchant for always wanting more than we have. However, I suspect there’s a bit more to it than that. Yes, there are certainly plenty of moneygrabbing charlatans out there who are more than happy to sell us bogus stories of hope. And there are probably just as many others who are not charlatans – for they actually believe in what they’re saying - but who may be misguided or perhaps have a few kangaroos loose in the top paddock, so to speak. But the fact that many New Age books often refer to the thinking of well known academics, philosophers, religious icons - including Jesus Christ and Buddha - and even scientists, suggests that perhaps at least some of the ideas might not be so far fetched. Whilst I’m a bit embarrassed to admit I enjoy reading such ‘guff ’, I must say I find some of these books quite interesting and uplifting. After all, anything that suggests we can be and have whatever we want (if only we change our thinking) has got to make you feel good. Being an optimist helps. I’ve always subscribed to the ‘life can and will get better’ philosophy. I don’t believe in dwelling on the evils in the world, or wrongs or lacks in my life. I like to keep looking forward and I don’t believe anyone really ever benefits from trying to fully unravel past hurts or traumas. The only way forward, I believe, is to accept the past and let it go. Only then can you move on. There are probably legions of psychologists and Freud purists who will be scoffing, but probably equally as many behavioral therapists who agree with me. Why would we want to continually dwell on the past when the aim is to live a
BY CATHERINE WARNOCK satisfying life right now? It just makes no sense. Well, not to me, anyway. However, in an effort to ensure my optimistic view is not totally off the whacko scale, I’m always on the lookout for evidence to back it up. Thus I recently came across a book called Authentic Happiness (by Martin Seligman) which discusses our natural predispositions towards experiencing (or not experiencing) happiness and also looks at what one can do to optimise one’s life satisfaction. It cites many scientific studies which delve into this topic, although it’s interesting to note that such studies were rather scant in the first two thirds of last century due, largely, to the preoccupation of psychology with mental ‘disease’ rather than a focus on what makes people mentally healthy. Well, anyway, in an interesting correlation to my ‘hocus pocus’ stuff, Seligman suggests we can help our lives have more meaning and joy by practicing the art of ‘gratitude’; recognising and giving genuine thanks for the good things (and even the bad things!) in one’s life. We so often take for granted the simple but wonderful things in our lives. But, did I have a hot shower this morning? Does my house have heating? Do I drive a car or have a job? Can I speak, hear, read? It’s something I need to be reminded of. So every night (at the behest of one of my ‘hocus pocus’ books), before I go to sleep I try to find the absolute BEST thing about the day just past. By the time I sift through all those fab little things like having a flushing loo, I realise I have an awful lot to be grateful for. And I believe when I appreciate those things, I draw more good things to me. Call it coincidence, the Law of Attraction or even Gerald if you like, but I say it works! So thank you, world (oh, and you too, Gerald).
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> 180gm cod fillet per person, skin on > ¼ butternut pumpkin, peeled > ½ a leek > Olive oil > Salt and pepper > 1 tbsp Myr tleford Butter Factory lemon myr tle butter > 1 lemon
WITH ANITA McPHERSON Like a breath of fresh air, this Riesling delivers with its bright, pale color, waft of white citrus blossom and lime fruit. It’s an incredibly fresh wine with lemon fruit and fresh fig flavor, a clean dry palate and mellow mineral finish. Anyone who enjoys a dry white with crisp finish is going to love its versatility with food, especially seafood, and I’d love to see what it’s like in five or ten years time if you could resist opening it. But unfortunately patience is not a virtue any of the females in my neck of the woods seem to share. Try the range at Pfeiffer Wines in Wahgunyah or visit www.pfeifferwines.com.au.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Beginning of peacetime, 1945 ANOTHER war was over. The celebrations had erupted on August 15, 1945, and several wartime organizations had begun winding down. There had been a public welcome for
prisoners of war, in St Patrick’s Hall, Wangaratta, on August 17, and when a train loaded with over 100 troops liberated from the Japanese passed through the North East on the 19th, crowds gathered at every station, including Wangaratta.
I GET weekly emails from a fish wholesaler on what is good to buy that week. I love meaty white fish when I can get it, so when I saw blue cod was available and it was a good price, I ordered a few kilos to have in the freezer. It comes in fresh, and all I have to do is clean it. Keep a lookout for fresh fish, and try to eat it at least once a week. This recipe is for one person, but you can increase the numbers. The size of the fish is a rough guide, always look for a nice, fresh smelling, thick fillet – you can use any white fish. Blue cod, roast pumpkin, on a bed of leek with lemon myrtle butter Method Preheat your oven to 180 degrees. Cut pumpkin into square cubes the size of a 50 cent piece, coat in oil, salt and pepper, place on an oiled tray. Cook in oven until lightly browned – about 25 minutes. While pumpkin is cooking, wash and thinly slice leek, sauté in butter until soft, and keep it warm.
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YOU can’t rush a woman at the best of times, but it seems you certainly can’t when she is a ewe and she is heavily pregnant. Trying to usher her into the safety of a big shed at night is no mean feat, especially when it’s noisy with the commotion of mums and newborns getting to know each other. It’s clear she has no time for the confused kids who stumble over looking for a feed, giving them a whack across the ear when they come too close. One thing’s for sure, I’ll be glad when it’s all over, and the sound of foxes calling will no longer make me shudder. The wonderful part of a new season is enjoying this year’s new release wines, and so far I haven’t been disappointed. Recently it was a Pfeiffer Wines 2013 Riesling which hit the table and if it’s a sign of what is to come, it’s time to get excited.
Score the skin of your fish and salt and pepper the flesh side. Heat a frying pan that can also go in the oven, and when hot, add some butter and a little olive oil. Bring back to heat and put the fish in skin side down first. Turn the heat down to medium and cook for approximately two minutes. Check to see if the skin is lightly brown before turning, and cook for another minute on the flesh side. Put the pan in the oven to continue cooking for another 5-6 minutes. You will know the fish is cooked when the fish leaks a little white juice (not clear) out of the cuts in the skin. At this stage, rest your fish in a warm place for five minutes while you plate up. Place the cooked leek in the centre of your plate, place pumpkin on top of the leek, then place your fish skin side up on top of the pumpkin. In the pan you fried your fish, add 1 tbsp of lemon myrtle butter on low heat until melted, then pour over the fish. Serve with a wedge of lemon.
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People aged 65 and over now comprise 14 per cent of the population, or about 3.2 million people, compared with eight per cent in 1972.
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ustralians are living longer, are better educated and extending their stay in the workforce, but some people continue to be disadvantaged, according to the latest welfare report card from the Australian
Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). AIHW Director and CEO David Kalisch said that Australia’s welfare 2013 highlighted that while our population continued to grow
and many of us enjoyed a very good standard of living, some groups faced social and economic difficulties. “Where we live, our family structure and our levels of education all affect the quality of our lives and how long we can expect to live,’ Mr Kalisch said. Mr Kalisch said that the ageing of the population was one of the key factors in Australia’s changing demographic profile. People aged 65 and over now comprise 14 per cent of the population, or about 3.2 million people, compared with eight per cent in 1972. The proportion of those aged under 25 has fallen from 46 per cent to 32 per cent over the same period. “Older Australians can expect to live longer than ever before, are enjoying more years of life without disability, and are increasingly remaining in the workforce. The proportion of jobless families dropped from 13 per cent in 2005 to 11.6 per cent in 2011 — but the 2011 proportion
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was higher than the low of 10.2 per cent immediately before the global financial crisis of 2008. Mr Kalisch said that while more people in their 60s were choosing to work rather than retire, many adults struggled to gain a foothold in employment, especially young adults and people with disability. In 2012, seven per cent of 15–19 year olds, and 12 per cent of 20–24 year olds were not in employment, education or training, which was similar to levels in 2003. Almost 1 in 3 (30 per cent) employed people worked parttime in 2012, compared with 17 per cent in 1982. Women were almost three times as likely as men to be employed part-time (46 per cent and 16 per cent respectively) and this is likely to be related to caring responsibilities. The report shows that people outside major cities also experience several areas of disadvantage, including higher death rates, higher disability rates, lower educational attainment, and higher unemployment rates.
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By KEN CLARKE, WANGARATTA CERTIFIED PRACTICING ACCOUNTANT kclarke@alphalink.com.au IN my research this week there were many issues I could have talked about, but they would impact on the federal election road show, so I have gone overseas so to speak. The Global Financial Crisis of 2010 which rocked most of the world, and threw millions out of work in the Eurozone, is at last showing signs of recovery in Europe. The Eurozone has broken out of recession in the second quarter of the year, with official data showing a stronger domestic demand in both France and Germany. This ended the downturn of the previous six quarters with the gross domestic product of the Eurozone growing by 0.3 per cent in the June quarter. This was slightly better than economists expected, and on an annualised basis, growth of 1.2 per cent. This is still well short of the 1.7 per cent in the US and 2.5 per cent for us in Australia. However, given the unemployment rate had risen to a staggering 12.1 per cent it appears they have weathered the storm that had questioned the sovereign debt of the euro currency. Ralph Solveen, an economist at Commerzbank in Frankfurt said it’s “not the end of the problems, but the technical recession is over”. Germany, after showing no growth
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in the first quarter grew by 0.7 per cent and France which had a negative figure in the previous two quarters, posted 0.5 per cent quarterly growth, as household spending grew and companies were able to increase their exports of goods and services, although there was a slight decline in investments. Surprising that Portugal, which had been racked by austerity induced recession and the recipient of a bailout from the troika of the European Commission, European Central Bank and the International monetary Fund showed more growth than any other country with an expansion in the quarter of 1.1 per cent. Whilst Spain’s economy shrank in the quarter, it was just 0.1 per cent - a big improvement from the 0.5 per cent decline of the first quarter. Cyprus had the worst showing of any
EU member with a shrinking of their economy of 1.7 per cent. Mr Solveen said external demand had helped the so-called periphery of the Eurozone – Portugal, Spain, Italy and Ireland – that were among the hardest hit by the sovereign debt crisis and the hangover from the boom years. Whilst we should not become complacent about our economy, it must be pleasing to people that all is not lost in Europe and they will eventually return to prosperity, hopefully having learned by the mistakes of the past. Given where the populous in some countries in Europe seem to reject the idea of paying tax, it is important that all people realise that governments need to raise taxes to pay for programs that are necessary for their welfare and a greater effort is required to stamp out the cash economy.
WITH Australia’s official cash rate now at an all-time low of 2.5 per cent, there is a possible once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for property investors. There are five ways mortgage holders can best take advantage of reductions to their loan interest rates. Lower interest rates and mortgage repayments could pose an ideal opportunity to divert surplus cash towards property repairs or improvements. Those works might make it more attractive to tenants and can also increase your asset’s value. Another idea is to use lower rates as a catalyst to expand an investment empire, with the lower cost of borrowing meaning a new property could be cash flow neutral or positive. It’s worth remembering that interest rates go up too, so factoring rises into your budget is a good idea. A simple offset account is another way investors can put rate cuts to good use. Linking an offset to your outstanding investment loan balance and depositing savings from rate reductions will further reduce the interest you pay. Those keen to put a few eggs in another basket could use savings from rate cuts to top up their super fund. You can claim a portion of contributions as a tax deduction, making it a tax-effective option. Finally, investors could take that rate cut saving and put it towards making their property positively geared. Paying down a loan quicker can minimise out of pocket expenses and make it more likely for a landlord to pocket a profit. Top 5 tips to make the most of rate cuts: 1. Improve your property 2. Expand your portfolio 3. Use an offset account 4. Contribute to supernannuation 5. Become positively geared
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