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LIFE STORIES
Noosa Main Beach WHEN YOU HAVE VISITORS, WHERE DO YOU TAKE THEM TO SHOW OFF OUR BEAUTIFUL REGION? I am fortunate enough to live opposite the beach so that is usually the first go-to. I have travelled the world and believe the Sunshine Coast is one of the best regions to live and visit. Our house is a revolving door of visitors. There is so much to see and do on the Sunshine Coast from shopping in Maleny, to going on walks in the hinterland, bike riding along the beachfront to eating at some of our dining establishments.
WHAT IS IT YOU MISS MOST ABOUT THE SUNSHINE COAST WHEN YOU ARE NOT AT HOME? Waking up to the sound of the waves and birds.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE CAFE OR RESTAURANT? Sails Restaurant in Noosa. It’s the view and dining experience that depicts everything the Sunshine Coast represents. The beaches, the community, the lifestyle.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL? Local seafood: snapper, oysters, red emperor, scallops, swordfish or tuna. I love the ‘clean’ eating of sashimi or ceviche served with steamed local vegies.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SHOP IN THE REGION? That is an easy one – BFresh in Warana is my go-to! We are so lucky to have them on the Sunshine Coast. I can even pick up Dutch biscuits for my in-laws!
WHAT IS YOUR MOST PRIZED POSSESSION? A photo of my husband and me at a ball.
WHO INSPIRES YOU?
Michelle Christoe
My husband is my strength where I am weak. My grandfather taught me all my values.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE BOOK? Creative Visualization by Shakti Gawain. I was given it when I was 12 years old by a Hare Krishna while walking in the city of Sydney. I have read it so many times and it is my reason for successfully achieving my goals in life.
WHAT DO YOU DO? I own jointly our business, Food Focus Australia, with my husband Ian, operate NightQuarter and manage our marketing and entertainment team for our venues. I also sit on the Wishlist board and have a podcast with a girlfriend Halinka, called H&M.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WEREN’T IN YOUR CURRENT CAREER? Manage another business or sit on boards. I love what I do – it is my playground.
WHERE IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO GET A COFFEE ON THE COAST? I make myself a coffee at Malt Shovel Taphouse in the mornings and chat to our commercial manager. She is like a ray of sunshine. 38
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