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Producing the goods By KYLIE WILSON
PASSION FOR REGION:
Janelle Boynton looks out over the Boynton’s Feathertop Winery vineyards. PHOTO: Pete Nannipieri
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JANELLE Boynton’s passion for food, wine and family drives her endless enthusiasm for the North East’s wine tourism industry. In particular, it is the local industry’s “authentic mum and dad businesses” which the Boynton’s Feathertop Winery spearhead loves most. “I don’t know that I would be as interested in pushing the region if it was full of corporate entities,” she concedes, overlooking the vast vineyard and cellar door she has helped expand with husband Kel and his family. Born in Wangaratta, Mrs Boynton has been instrumental in the winery’s growth in the past decade, including rebranding it after the 2003 bushfires. “It’s rewarding for a business that was vulnerable, to be able to reposition it again to make it sustainable,” she said. And there-in lies the couple’s shared mantra – of collectively creating a “lasting and sustainable business, developed and grown by the team”. “Kel and I could pack up tomorrow and sell up, and not ever have to work another day, but if we keep creating opportunities it’s a great role to have and it’s different for every individual,” she said. “For me, it’s a special moment as part of Feathertop to think we are creating opportunities for people. continued page |
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YOUR HEALTH
GARDEN HINTS
The effects of stress
Vertical gardens
WITH BELINDA MCPHERSON BHSci.,
WE all know stress is bad for us, yet many of us aren’t aware of the signs of stress and the detrimental effect it has on our health. Common signs of stress: Muscle aches Excessive stress hormones (most commonly cortisol) hyper sensitises the brain to pain, where the slightest twinge can excite the nerves of the brain, causing headaches and muscle tightness. Sleep disturbances Cortisol levels naturally drop at night time, allowing your body to relax and melatonin to increase allowing sleep to occur. Long term stress alters this state and makes changes to your nervous system, making it more difficult to fall and stay asleep. Low immunity Cortisol deactivates your body’s natural self-repair mechanisms, which means that your immune system, goes astray, leaving you vulnerable to an increase in colds and flu. Cravings Cortisol raises your blood sugar, in turn your insulin levels increase, which then
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ANXIOUS: Stress is detrimental to your health and wellbeing.
drop your blood sugar and all of the sudden you are looking to quickly replenish this crash. This cycle elevates your risk for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and obesity. Low libido Consider cortisol the antiViagra. When stress hormones are high, libido-inducing hormones like testosterone drop leaving you with a lowered sex drive. Digestive issues The gastrointestinal system
is commonly altered during times of stress. Common symptoms include nausea, heartburn, bloating, gas, food intolerances, allergies, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, or constipation as a result of too many stress hormones. Mood changes Stress hormones alter our central nervous system leading to jitters, a nervous stomach, feelings of panic, even paranoia, depression, over stimulation, tears and aggression.
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ONE of the current trends in gardening is the vertical garden. Initially used in commercial buildings and streetscapes, vertical gardens are becoming increasingly popular in the home garden. They form a lush and colorful living tapestry of plants creating a beautiful focal point in the garden. Growing plants vertically is not a new concept. History’s earliest example is the ancient Hanging Gardens of Babylon with their massive hanging gardens cascading down from the Babylon towers. A vertical garden is practical and ideal where space is limited. They are perfect for balconies and small courtyards and can be used to cover and beautify a bare or unsightly wall or fence, or create an eye catching feature wall. There are different types and sizes of vertical gardens, ranging from hanging baskets and bags, to shelving and frames designed to hold pots or embed plants to grow. Complete DIY kits are available or you could make your own. Vertical gardens can be used to grow edible vegetables and herbs, flowering and foliage plants and succulents. The best plants for vertical gardens are dense, compact and
WITH DEBBI GIBSON, HORTICULTURALIST
hanging varieties. Consider the aspect and plant according to how much sun the vertical garden will receive. A sunny spot is perfect for succulents, herbs and vegetables. Create your own edible vertical garden using a variety of herbs and vegetables like peas, beans, small tomatoes and cucumbers. Spots in partial or full shade are more suited to shade loving plants like ferns, violets and orchids. When planting always use a premium quality potting mix as these have good drainage and water holding abilities, as well as added fertiliser. Get creative in your design and use and mix different colors, textures and shapes. Paint you own hanging picture by planting several of the same plant together to create clumps, lines or patterns of color, or plant randomly for a more mosaic effect with contrasting colors and textures. Vertical gardens are all individual works of art and every one can grow one. Happy vertical gardening.
Catch Debbi Gibson’s ‘In Your Garden’ program on 1566 3NE every Saturday morning from 8 to 9am. Call in your enquiries on 5722 2999.
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FEATURE STORY
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Smelly breath WE all brush our teeth everyday, why should it be different for out pets? Dental disease in dogs and cats usually goes unnoticed until we experience the effects of their bad breath; but there are other signs to look for and ways that we can prevent plaque build up. Whilst daily brushing of our pets’ teeth might be hard for most of us to fit into our daily schedules, it will reduce the build up of plaque, calculus and associated gum disease (gingivitis) later on. Getting your new puppy or kitten used to opening his/her mouth and using a designated tooth brush or pet finger brush will make things much easier down the track for you and your vet. Even brushing once or a couple of times a week will be of benefit. Never use human toothpaste, as anything you put into your dog or cats mouth will be swallowed, and human toothpaste is designed to be spat out. You can buy pet toothpaste or alternatively just use water, and brush in a simple back and forth motion along the teeth. In addition to brushing, or if brushing is out of the question for you and your pet, chewing is a
CONTINUED ACHIEVEMENT: Janelle Boynton is driven to help both her family business, and the industries of tourism, wine and agriculture, thrive well into the future. PHOTO: Pete Nannipieri
As a businesswoman, as well as a wife and mother, Mrs Boynton said the key to working well in private and public life was about balance. She said that for some in the spotlight, such as former Prime Minister Julia Gillard, there was always a risk of “judgement of their career choices” and a continuing battle to balance business with other parts of their life, including family. “It’s believing that you can do everything, striving to achieve everything but not all at once,” she said. “You have a lifetime to achieve this stuff, and you don’t want to look back and think that you didn’t have kids or that you didn’t take an opportunity.”
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THIS week’s pet of the week at the Wangaratta RSPCA is Rose, a three year old, female domestic shorthair cat who is tortoiseshell and white in color. To see more animals up for adoption at the Wangaratta RSPCA, visit the shelter in Connell Street or phone (03) 57222874.
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“When everyone says it’s amazing and we are going from strength to strength, that’s the part where you think it’s all worth it.” For much of the past decade, Mrs Boynton has become a prominent local voice for the industry, serving on regional and statewide tourism and industry bodies, and she was recently appointed to the new Women in Primary Industries Roundtable (WIPIR), to discuss emerging trends, issues and opportunities within the agriculture industry. “The goal is to be a voice for small to medium businesses in the food industry, especially the food and wine producer industry,” she said.
our dog and cats teeth clean at home, regular check ups at the vet will keep us on top of things. As part of every vaccination your vet will check your pets’ teeth and be able to monitor plaque build up and look out for problems. Even with preventative dental care, a scale and polish under general anaesthetic may be needed if there is extensive plaque and calculus build up. Your vet will let you know if this is the case. Any signs of drooling, dropping food, or not wanting to eat (especially hard food) could be a sign of dental disease in your pet and should be checked out. As always, if you have any concerns about your pet, book in to see your vet or remember to mention it at your next visit. Julia Smith, Wangaratta Veterinary Clinic.
simple way to help improve dental health. Never feed cooked bones to your pet and avoid chop or rib bones for dogs as these can get caught in their teeth. Cats and young puppies can benefit from raw chicken wings once or twice a week to encourage healthy chewing. Toys for dogs are also good for chewing, but make sure they are suitable – we don’t want to give them anything that could break or get stuck in their teeth. Be especially careful with puppies to not give them anything that will damage their teeth as they are still developing. For older dogs, chewing at the knuckle part of the bone is good for their teeth but they do not need to get into the marrow inside the bone. Throw out old bones once they have gnawed at them for a while. There are also products available that can be added to food to help prevent the buildup of plaque and soften existing plaque. Next time you are at your vet, have a look at what is available and talk to the nurses and vets about your pets’ teeth. Along with best efforts to keep
july 10 - 16 | 2013
SNOW PLAY
CATCH OF THE WEEK
GETTING ACTIVE: Hannah Studd from Tasmania in the temporary terrain park on Sun Run at Hotham. PHOTO: Mark Tsukasov
Rail jams and passport programs ACROSS the resorts this week, riders will be battling it out for prizes and glory in a number of Rail Jam events. Mt Hotham will be hosting the Cheese and Crackered Rail Jam this Saturday (part of the A la Carte in the Park series, while at Mt Buller, the 8th Annual Burton Cattleman’s Rail Jam will be in full swing. The Cattleman’s Rail Jam in particular has become a highlight in Australia’s freestyle calendar since 2005, attracting world-class riders and a bumper crowd eager to see the adrenaline charged moves on show. This weekend also sees the return of the Cruz the Blues and Conquer the Blacks passport program at Mt Hotham and Falls Creek. This program takes place over three weekends during the snow season - July 13-14, August 10-11 and September 7-8.
Participants are encouraged to take on the mountains over three select weekends, get their passport stamped at the checkpoints and go in the running to win a multitude of weekly prizes, plus a grand prize giveaway at the end. Open to all ages, this program is a fun way for groups and families to discover what Falls Creek and Mt Hotham has to offer. To keep up to date with the latest snow reports, events and lift statuses, search the web for your favorite mountain or visit your nearest tourist information centre.
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THE KITCHEN PHILOSOPHER
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BY CATHERINE WARNOCK
HOW to fill a bean bag - or, perhaps not… 1. To support your back as you conduct workshops on the floor at work, purchase a groovy bright green beanbag from store that, inexplicably, does not stock required beans.
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2. Pester friend to purchase beans elsewhere while she’s out of town shopping.
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3. Attempt to pour beans into bag unassisted.
4. 21 & OVER (MA15+) Comedy. Stars: Miles Teller, Justin Chon
4. Realise this is a bad idea when beans go flying around everywhere except into bag.
5. I GIVE IT A YEAR (MA15+) Comedy. Stars: Rose Byrne, Anna Faris, Simon Baker
5. Enlist help of colleague to complete procedure, assuming (wrongly) that two heads are better than one.
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6. Watch in bemusement as beans continue to fly around room until we finally get the hang of the pouring.
GOLDEN, featuring the singles Downtown and Goodbye Town, continues the band’s reputation for honey-smooth harmonies and heartbreaking lyrics. Songs like Better Off (Now That You’re Gone) from the disc also promise to become fan favorites.
7. Smile smugly when beans are finally in bag.
BOOK AFTER the end of a long-term relationship, Alicia’s life is at a crossroads when news that her mother is critically ill takes her back to her childhood home of Alice Springs. When Alicia is offered a job setting up a school on an indigenous outstation she decides to stay and then, she meets Patrick… Published by Allen and Unwin
16. Finally manage to pull zipper open and heave sigh of relief that it still works. 17. Proceed to try sewing zipper back into place with needle and thread. 18. Draw blood trying to push needle through now stiffened glued areas. 19. Finally get stitching into place and try closing zipper again using paper clip to help pull it. 20. Break top off entire zipper top with paper clip. 21. Fumble with remaining zipper head and finally manage to force zipper shut.
8. Zip up bean bag (with difficulty as there’s no zipper tag to hold).
22. Notice that zipper has burst open behind the zipper head, exposing beans.
9. Clean up excess beans that are now covering vast area of floor.
23. Try opening again (with force and a few swear words).
10. Admire new groovy green bean bag.
24. Totally break zipper to point of no return.
11. Notice there’s a ‘safety message’ tag on bag near zipper that needs pulling off.
From Alice With Love by Jo Dutton
15. Realise this is a bad idea when glue is everywhere except on spot it’s supposed to be and has oozed all over zipper tines and your fingers.
25. Invent several new swear words.
12. Neglect to consider why it needs to come off or that perhaps it should be cut off rather than pulled off.
26. Retrieve safety message tag from floor and note it says “Do not allow children near zipper”.
13. Rip mercilessly at said tag and, in process, tear zipper away from bag.
27. Realise I must be a child.
14. Consider sewing zipper back on but, instead (stupidly) try gluing the zipper back to bag with superglue.
28. Hide groovy green bean bag behind chair until such time as a replacement can be purchased. 29. Give up.
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WINE TALK
IN MY KITCHEN
Tahbilk
Roast chicken with saffron, hazelnuts and honey
2004 Marsanne Around $18
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WITH ANITA McPHERSON “museum” wine had developed more pronounced honeysuckle flavor, warm citrus and almond pudding characteristics, and heaps of long lasting length. Just like a Riesling, this variety can be so complex and ultimately satisfying with a bit of age, and I really like to enjoy them lightly chilled with no more than crostini and some vintage cheese. Tahbilk Marsanne has been around for years and is also thoroughly enjoyable when young, but it continues to be a top choice because of its consistent good quality. It’s also affordable, so you can buy the latest vintage and drink now, then leave a couple lying on rack somewhere to surprise you when you next move house.
ded > 1 large free range chicken divi into quarters > 2 onions, roughly chopped > 4 tbsp olive oil > 1 tsp ground ginger > A generous pinch of saffron strands > Juice of 1 lemon > 4 tbsp cold water > 2 tsp black pepper > 100gm unskinned hazelnuts > 70gm honey > 2 tbsp rosewater pped > 2 spring onions, roughly cho THIS dish is inspired by a recipe from the Ottolenghi cookbook. It is so easy to make, yet looks stunning, and has the most delicate and exotic combination of flavors (rosewater, saffron and cinnamon). You could serve this with mashed potato, or rice, like I do. Method In a large bowl, mix the chicken pieces with the onion, olive oil, ginger, cinnamon, saffron, lemon juice, water, salt and pepper. Leave to marinate for at least an hour, or overnight in the fridge. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius, spread the hazelnuts out on an oven tray and roast for 10 minutes, until lightly browned.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Ice skating at Wangaratta, 1901 THE intensely cold spell of July 1901 froze Lake Como, off Murdoch Road, and enabled the local youths to try out new winter sports. The thickness of the ice was well able to support the weight of a man, in fact, a number of youths jumped up and down on it until it broke. The thickness of ice was discovered to be two and a half inches. Samples were exhibited in the town’s shop windows.
Chop roughly and set aside. Transfer the chicken and marinade to a roasting tray large enough to accommodate everything comfortably. Arrange the chicken pieces skin side up, and put the tray in the oven for about 35 minutes. While the chicken is roasting, mix the honey, rosewater and nuts together to make a rough paste. Remove the chicken from the oven, spoon a generous amount of the nut paste on each piece and spread it to cover. Return to the oven for 5-10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the nuts are golden brown. Serve with steamed rice, garnished with the chopped spring onions.
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INGREDIENTS
IT would be every wine lover’s dream to have a real, fair dinkum wine cellar, located deep below their own home. I’m not talking about some new fangled fridge or crates under the house, but a dark, cavernous room lit by a cobwebbed bulb, which is super cool and smells deliciously of mould and earth. You’d have to get to it down a long flight of stairs, and it would be filled with racks of dusty bottles you could spend hours marveling at. Sounds dreamy, but realistically I know it would not only be outrageously expensive, but require a kind of discipline and order I’m not likely to be able to maintain. I often forget what day it is, so was no surprise to find a few bottles of Tahbilk Marsanne lurking at the bottom of the pantry. Despite not having been stored in optimum conditions, the wine was an absolute treat, and I enjoyed the way this
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PRODUCTION & LOGISTICS MANAGER Campbells Wines is one of North East Victoria’s premier family owned wine companies which is recognised for such brands as Bobbie Burns Shiraz, The Barkly Durif and Merchant Prince Muscat. We have an ethos of quality, commitment and enjoyment. This pivotal role encompasses stock management, bottling line and packaging coordination, warehousing and order fulfilment. We are seeking a person who understands the importance of customer service both internally and externally and is skilled in logistics including planning and implementing work schedules. To succeed in this role you will have excellent people management and communication skills. You will be well organised and have a keen eye for detail, possessing excellent computer skills. This is a full time role based in Rutherglen with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. A current forklift driver’s licence is a requirement and prior FMCG or wine industry experience would be an advantage. To apply please send your letter of application together with your resume to: The General Manager Campbells Wines PO Box 44, Rutherglen, Vic 3685 or by email to apply@campbellswines.com.au by Monday, July 22, 2013 CAMPBELLS WINES IS A PROGRESSIVE FAMILY OWNED COMPANY WITH A LONG AND PROUD TRADITION OF PREMIUM WINE PRODUCTION AT RUTHERGLEN.
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he latest Hudson Report: Employment Trends released in late June reveals a high degree of cautiousness remains among employers, with intentions to maintain current headcount staying steady at 63.2 per cent. The proportion of employers expecting to increase headcount dropped 1.6 percentage points (pp) to 22.5 per cent, while intentions to decrease headcount went up 1.6pp to 14.2 per cent. “It is not a big surprise to see this continued ‘hold steady’ approach to hiring intentions in Australia,� said Mark Steyn, chief executive officer of Hudson Asia Pacific. “There is still a real sense of uncertainty regarding the international economic outlook, which has a strong bearing on the hiring expectations in our local market.� When looking at the individual Australian states and territories, overall differences in hiring expectations are small, with some large state-specific industry changes. Victoria has the lowest expectations to increase headcount, down 0.7pp to 21.5 per cent. The expectation to reduce headcount in its construction/property/engineering sector (up 27.3pp) is the biggest movement of any regional industry. Nationally, professional services has the highest intentions to hire of all industries, followed by information technology. Manufacturing has the lowest expectation to hire. By profession, the recruitment outlook is strongest for legal, followed by information, communications and technology. The Report also examined how organisations are assessing and developing leadership in Australia.
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july 10 - 16 | 2013
BUSINESS AND FINANCE
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Better future for exporters
Money can buy happiness – if you give it away
By KEN CLARKE, WANGARATTA CERTIFIED PRACTICING ACCOUNTANT kclarke@alphalink.com.au SO the Australian dollar has lost its sparkle. With predictions it could fall as low as 75 cents against the greenback, exporters should be rubbing their hands, as it will put them on a much more competitive market. Investment bank Credit Suisse has downgraded the dollar and has suggested a possible fall to 75 cents over the next 12 months, as enthusiasm for the Australian economy wanes and investors go cold. It was a little disconcerting to hear the governor of the Reserve Bank say that the bank had “deliberated for a very long time” about its rate decision at last Tuesday’s board meeting and which sent the dollar sliding down half a cent. This led to the ANZ economists very quickly having to re think their expectation of another interest rate cut in August. Deputy Governor of the RBA Philip Lowe, speaking on interest rates, at the Global Financial Stability and Prosperity conference said: “Well, I can confirm for you that the board deliberated for a very long time – I can also confirm that it always deliberates for a very long time”. The dollar rebounded slightly after trading below US 91 cents for a few hours after Mr Steven’s comments, but went back above US 91 cents late in the week.
BEEF UP: Cattle exporters will be among those to gain from a weaker Aussie dollar.
It’s strange the financial markets are divided as to whether another 25 basic rate cut at the August board meeting will take place, given the bearish outlook for the currency. While the dollar has fallen more than 13 per cent against its US counterpart since mid- April, Credit Suisse analysts said last Thursday they expected it to slip further to US 87 cents - a level that has not been seen since July 2010 and that they expect it to drop to US 75 cents over the next 12 months. Financial services provider TD Securities has also revised its forecasts and lowered its cash rate forecast to 2.5 per cent. Asia Pacific Research head Annette Beacher said “Australian growth has not been as robust
as expected,” but added in her explanation of why TD Securities was downgrading the country’s full year domestic product forecast from thee per cent to 2.7 per cent. Even the Bank of America’s forecast could be too upbeat if the slowdown in Australia’s largest trading partner China takes place faster than economists expect. Looks like we have a wait and see with the economy. So, if you are contemplating purchase of a refrigerator or television set, do it now before the prices for imported goods rise. I was told last night that an imported truck which at the moment costs $200,000 will increase in price by between $15,000 to $20,000.
AS many Australians begin to think of the treats they will buy with their tax refund, new research suggests they might be happier if they give it away instead. New research commissioned by social entrepreneur Hailey Cavill, director of Cavill + Co, suggests Australians are mistaken in their beliefs about how money can buy happiness. “Most Australians believe saving their money or buying themselves a treat will make them happiest – but brain chemistry says otherwise,” Ms Cavill said. “When we asked people what would make them feel happiest if they were given $100, saving and spending came out way in front of giving it away. “Aussies think saving or spending money will make them happy, but they’re wrong. “Brain chemistry shows that altruism generates more happiness than money and chocolate.” Ms Cavill commissioned Di Marzio Research to ask 1200 Australians: ‘If you were given $100 what would you do with it to make you feel happiest?’ Of the seven options, 50
per cent chose ‘put it into savings or super’ as first or second choice. Equal second with 42 per cent were ‘buy myself something nice’ and ‘buy a friend or family member something nice’. Less than a quarter chose to ‘donate to my favorite charity’ or ‘give it to someone less fortunate’, with just 11 per cent each. Just 5 per cent chose ‘invest in a lottery ticket/bet on a horse’, while 39 per cent chose ‘pay off a debit/credit card’. “Performing an altruistic act releases dopamine, often called the ‘pleasure neuro-transmitter’, as well as oxytocin, known as the ‘love hormone’ as it promotes human bonding,” Ms Cavill said. “This is important for business owners too, as a culture of altruism can make employees happy – and happy employees are more motivated, loyal and productive. “Company culture begins at the top, so bosses should reveal the charities they help, the people they mentor and the volunteering they do, and encourage others to join in.”
Relocation of Dental and Outpatient Clinics at Northeast Health Wangaratta.
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s from July 1, 2013, Northeast Health Wangaratta's Outpatient Clinics (not the Emergency Department) including Wangaratta Orthopaedic / Fracture Clinic, Antenatal Clinic, Dental Clinic, Surgical Outpatient Clinic and Obstetrics & Gynaecology Clinic, will be relocated to refurbished rooms in our Community Care Centre. Entry to the new and expanded Community Care Centre will be via a new entrance located on Clark Street at the back of the hospital. The new entrance,
along with client parking, is marked on the map displayed. Disabled parking spaces have also been marked for the convenience of those with permits. For less active clients there will be a driveway at the front of the Community Care Centre, accessible from Clark Street, for client drop off. For further information contact the Community Care Centre on 5722 5555.
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