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Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival, which this year catered fro 26,000 people, Golfing superstar Greg Norman and his wife Kirsten were also there kissing whilst queuing in the warm sun for plates of white Pyrenees lamb meat balls from a local restaurant and glasses of Yering Station Chardonnay.

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The headline act for the Noosa Longweekend Festival’s 10 days of arts, literature, food and fun lived up to its reputation as the UK’s top professional a cappella group. The Magnets, who have dazzled audiences all over the world including at Buckingham Palace and been support acts for the likes of Tom Jones and Michael Ball, had the audience on their feet, clapping and dancing with their infectious all-vocal remix of musical sophistication, smart choreography, amazing original harmonies and compositions plus jaw-dropping beat boxing.

4> Netanya Noosa manager Martine Hookham with The Magnets 5> Carole Shirriffs from Bottlebrush Holiday Townhouses, publicist Trena-Louise Lyons and J

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New design shop opens in Noosaville... SAFFRON Noosa The champagne flowed and the credit cards took a beating at the opening of the beautiful Saffron homewares store on Gympie Terrace Noosaville. More than 50 guests were treated to a wonderland of beautiful goodies to buy.

6> Shirley Fox and daughter Kylie Oughton 7> Shirley Fox (Saffron), Lorraine (Classy Lady), Lyn and Christine

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ur wants and desires are a funny thing. All through the long, hot summer months we pine for the cooler days and chilly nights of winter.

We fantasise longingly about snuggling up under a plush blanket (preferably in front of a crackling log fire), sipping a rich red wine, luscious muscat or tantalising port and consuming copious quantities of decadent chocolates.

Of course, that fantasy probably involves having the hunky Brad Pitt or Matthew McConaughey as a companion for the girls; and alternatively, the curvaceous Jennifer Lopez or Angelina Jolie for the boys.

Well, when reality bites ( and it usually does!) - you will realise that those things just don't happen to real people like us. All dreams aside. They only happen in the movies that supposedly mirror our real lives!

But, don't despair, you can take comfort in the fact that we have been hard at work finding ways to make all your realistic dreams come true.

We have lovingly sampled a tantalising selection of fine wines and fabulous food, to bring you new taste sensations to savour throughout the cooler months.

And, our new Food Glorious Food dining magazine will help you to find the perfect dining location this season. We have had wonderful feedback on our inaugural Autumn issue. So, be sure to grab the new Winter issue.

We've also sourced the latest fashions, accessories and interior design trends to add a flourish to the season, as well as perfect properties to add to your dream portfolio.

This issue, we introduce you to the charismatic Daniel MacPherson - TV star, actor and sensitive soul. We also speak with champion athlete Carly Cottam and find out how Saya McDermott is taking on the world giants in skin care.

With theatre, film and literature choices, as well as holiday ideas to ponder over, you'll have plenty to dream about this season.

Also, this year the sensational E Type Jaguar is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and you can read more in our motoring section.

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ottsville surfer Brittani Nicholl is the face a new national television campaign highlighting the needs of the chronically ill. Brittani, 20, is the face of the Can’t Wait campaign by national charity Crohn’s & Colitis Australia (CCA) to raise awareness of the debilitating and incurable bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and Colitis, which cause diarrhoea, fatigue, weight loss, and often require surgery for the 61,000 Australians living with the conditions. Brittani is supported in the campaign by former Big Brother contestant Pete Timbs, who also has Crohn’s disease.

Brittani said she was happy to promote the Can’t Wait message and encourage people to talk about illnesses usually deemed “too embarrassing” to discuss.

“I really wanted to do this to create awareness so people can actually help make a difference to our lives. I hope it really opens peoples’ eyes,” she said.

You can support the Can’t Wait campaign by going to www.cantwait.net.au.

For more information on Crohn’s Disease or Colitis phone 1800 138 029 or go to www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au.

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14 Style Fashion Check out these fabulous new looks and accessories to heat up your Winter style.

20 Surfer Campaigns for Chronically Ill Brittani Nicholl the face of CCA 30 Champion Athlete & Business Woman Carly Cottam is on a winning streak 36 Adding Lustre to Abodes Interior designer, Joanne Taylor

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41 Obsession for Jigsaws John Auricht - piecing his life together

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48 Cooking the Books The latest cook books on the shelves 50 Style Dining & Recipes This season’s finest offerings 68 Wine Fabulous wines to savour this season 70 Design & Property Stunning interior and exterior trends, homes & developments 76 Green Ideas Fresh herbs at your fingertips 84 Travel Best expedition in the world - Ben Southall 90 Artists and Artisans New works and collections for home and investment.

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94 Style Motoring Jaguar E-Type 50th Anniversary 95 Style Directory 96 The Last Word De-amalgamation = Power to the residents

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“It’s hard to see Manu not making the finals, Hayley is dancing very well but will she get enough votes and Damien is great, totally committed and having fun every week”

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by Daniel MacPherson’s life as an ironman, television host and gun slinger.

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aniel MacPherson admits it was a steep leaning curve when he stepped onto the set of Neighbours’ Ramsay Street at the age of 17, straight out of Sydney Boys’ High School, a selective school for those with very high (mensa) intelligence.

“I’m sure it was either dumb luck or the gift of the gab but I was always pretty good at school and was awarded the Ross Miller memorial award for being the best all-rounder,” Daniel says laughingly. “I still think I’m a jack of all trades, master of none.”

Acting was never on his radar, rather economics at university and outside of study it was achieving his main ambition of a triathlete alongside his best mates. “I grew up in Cronulla, the eldest of three kids playing rugby in winter and from aged 11 raced in mentally challenging triathlons in summer, that’s if I wasn’t surfing, swimming or training of some sort. Otherwise, we were fishing, catching crabs or roaming the streets on our skateboards like little surf rats.

“My brother is married and works in the coffee industry and surfs daily, my sister is studying acting in LA and mum and dad, who are separated, gave us a positive, loving upbringing, teaching us we could do anything we set our minds to.”

Daniel met a talent scout at a triathlon and after some coaxing did acting lessons during his final year of school. Within 12 months he moved out of home and drove to Melbourne where he’d never set foot before.

“My first day was a blur, I had less than no idea what I was doing, but being so naive was a blessing, because you are so uninhibited. I pushed myself hard to learn as much as I could but for the first 12 months or so, I knew so little that I didn’t even know I knew nothing.”

Half way through his four years on Neighbours, Daniel decided to make a career out of acting and with no drama school behind him, thought working and learning in the English theatre was the best option. He alternated between the roles of Jesus and Judas in the stage musical Godspell in London where he met Robbie William’s best mate. Every Sunday the lads would stay at Robbie’s house enjoying a surreal and wonderful time while he was living in LA. continues next page...

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It’s interesting to see how the celeb athletes deal with it differently than the celeb actors or those from non entertainment worlds.

Aussie fans of The Bill were delighted when Daniel appeared as PC Cameron Tait, however before accepting the role he thought it was a long running stale cop show. “It was the last place I thought I’d work. The producers saw me when Godspell was touring and offered me a job. Day one was pretty crazy, the script was amended without my knowledge and suddenly I was naked. The upside was meeting my girlfriend of two years, Beth Cordingly who played Kerry. Downside was it was freezing! It was a great cast, all the old faces were most welcoming and it was an honour to work with Mark Wingett, Graham Cole and Trudy Goodwin. Such great people and performers. I look back at it very fondly.”

Daniel says being a presenter and an actor are so different and he likes the challenge of both:

“Presenting is a lot like live theatre. There’s a buzz and satisfaction that comes from nailing a live TV show, being relaxed, in control and making the most of each moment. And when things go wrong, that’s when it really comes alive. Acting is a long term commitment, a lifelong choice. It means constantly growing, refining, learning - like a mistress of sorts - the more you learn you realise, the more you still have to learn.”

On Dancing with the Stars, the simpatico with co-host Sonia Kruger both loving the energy is obvious, however Joshua Horner, the new judge this season and the other judges have ruffled a few feathers, taking a toll on the foot weary and emotional dancers. “A personality like Josh's certainly adds some spice and I think he’s a great addition. We have actually known each other since we were 18, so it’s a spin-out to be working together.

“It’s interesting to see how the celeb athletes deal with it differently than the celeb actors or those from non entertainment worlds. The hours and fatigue build-up over the series as every day they’re asked to risk their reputations and dignity on the dance floor - live. That moment post dance, standing in front of the judges, having done 30 hours of dance training, surely must be like facing the firing squad.

“It’s hard to see Manu not making the finals, Hayley is dancing very well but will she get enough votes and Damien is great, totally committed and having fun every week.”

Dan, who celebrated his 31st birthday in April is growing some pretty mean facial hair at the moment for the lead role in the new TV series Wild Boys. “I’m playing a bushranger in the 1860s and it’s the greatest boy’s job. I get to shoot guns, ride horses, drink whisky, bare-knuckle fight as well as old-style boxing and swagger with a purpose. I get covered in dirt, fake blood and pretend I’m tough.”

Dan says he balances out the rigours of the entertainment industry with sport and exercise. “That’s why I bought my beach shack at Sunshine Beach, so no matter where I’ve been in the world, I come home, surf, sleep, run along the beach, through the national park and get out on my bike with my mates. It clears my head and allows me to recharge. After racing the Hawaiian Ironman in 2009, I’ve had a long break from competing but I’m looking at running the Sydney Marathon in September.

“At the moment I’m commuting between Sydney and Melbourne, but will be back in Sunshine Beach in a month or so.

I have lots of family and plenty of mates staying. For me, it’s a place where I can rest, recharge and just be me; mow the lawn, clean the pool; surf the points, waste hours at Costa Noosa or just potter around. It’s good for the soul.”

As to the future Daniel dreams of “a loving wife, couple of little Dmacs, acreage in the Noosa hinterland, the odd Hollywood film, maybe some directing and plenty of days on the Longboard with my mates.”

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t’s back to grass roots at this year’s Noosa Jazz Festival with an impressive line-up of Australian and international artists offering all genres of jazz music and many mighty talents such as George Golla, Allan Browne, Geoff Bull, Brett Iggulden, George Washingmachine, Bob Barnard, Dan Barnett, Peter Gaudion, Ingrid James, Derek Capewell, Wil Sargesson, Jan Preston, Lee ‘T Bone’ Turner, the Brisbane Army Band Big Band and Noosa’s own, the Jazz Factory.

The Jazz Party theme will draw together a spontaneous combustion of traditional jazz within the Bicentennial Hall followed by a stream of swing, modern, funk and blues bellowing along Hastings Street and in the Festival Village.

Intimacy will also be a focus, recreating those 'smokey jazz room' experiences and the famous Tastings on Hastings will return with the best of Noosa food and wine, jazz via a roaming stage and six arenas plus roving entertainment from buskers and street theatre.

Some of the best traditional through to contemporary Jazz will be played on daily river cruises, in Hastings Street restaurants and the Noosa Woods Park located at the river end of Hastings Street plus fringe music will entice music lovers into establishments with some surprising and different entertainment.

This year’s Legends Lunch will feature Allan Browne and George Golla.

Find out more about the Noosa Jazz Festival which happens from the 1 to 4 September by visit: www.usmevents.com.au/Special_Events/Noosa_Jazz_Festiva l.htm or call: (07) 5449 0711.

Noosa Beach Classic Car Show

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he prestigious Noosa Classic Car Show, Noosa Classic, will celebrate its 24th show on Sunday 25 September 2011 with a spectacular display of MGs plus other European and British classics and sports cars, American and Australian iron and muscle cars, Asian sports cars and classic competition cars.

It will be held at Noosa Woods Park at the end of Hastings Street From humble beginnings in the late 80s the Noosa Beach Classic Car Show last year had more than 280 exhibitors and 5000-plus visitors.

The show runs from 9am to 3pm; exhibitors must be parked by 8.30am; judging takes place from 10am-1pm; and the presentation of trophies is at 2pm.

Tickets are $5 for spectators (children under 14 free) and $25 per car exhibited which includes two adults.

The club invites high quality and interesting classic vehicles to enter, not necessarily cars straight off the show room floor or rust buckets from the barn.

With only 300 spaces available exhibitors are advised to register early on www.noosaclassic.noosacarclub.com.au/

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Vintage & Retro style clothing plus handmade and imported children wear - available from Cruise Designs - Commerce Drive Noosaville

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Beautiful homewares, furniture and imported handbags available from Fae Rentoul Summer House - Gibson Road Noosaville

INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED JEWELLERY TO SUIT YOUR TASTE AND PERSONALITY Your taste will be satisfied by the prettiest jewellery items, a superb array of sterling silver options, and a selection of mens jewellery as well.

Available from Armano Collections Fine Jewellery Hastings Street Noosa

NEW DESIGNS CAPTURE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE Inspired by the past, capturing the present and belonging to the future; Secrets latest offering of beautiful jewels draws upon the timeless appeal of classic style to create a range of modern, glamorous designs.

Secrets director Jane Meredith said the contemporary collection retains old-world femininity, taking inspiration from 1940’s starlets such as Ingrid Bergman and Lana Turner.

“Seven decades later, the jewels they wore still have an iconic appeal for today’s women; they’ve defied trends to become literally timeless,” Ms Meredith said.

“Take the ring Lara Turner sported in The Postman Always Rings Twice or the drop earrings she sported in Green Dolphin Street, and place them on today’s red carpet; they remain utterly in vogue.

“The major European design houses are still creating variations of these designs; no doubt in another 70 years, the fashion industry will still be enchanted by their eternal style.”

In an era of consumerism where disposable, oneseason buys have become the norm, Ms Meredith said Secrets aims to bring the focus back to attainable luxury that will last forever.

“Beautiful, affordable jewellery should still offer longevity and quality – women no longer require a Hollywood starlet’s bank balance to afford breathtaking jewels that can be enjoyed by generations to come.”

Available at Secrets Shhh Noosa inside Bay Village Centre just off Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. Ph 5448 0177

Famous Crabtree & Evelyn products available from Fae Rentoul Summer House - Gibson Road Noosaville

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Jo Malone London Limited Edition Sakura Cherry Blossom Jo Malone unveils a limited edition fragrance for Autumn 2011, Sakura Cherry Blossom; inspired by one of nature’s most charming displays - the cherry tree is in full bloom against the spring sky.

Sakura Cherry Blossom 30ml/100ml Cologne RRP $90 and $170

ESTÉE LAUDER introduces BEAUTIFUL A Fragrance for the Most Beautiful Moments in Your Life To speak of fragrance is to recall mystery and magic. It is poetry...invisible, stimulating and cerebral in its effect.

Powerful in the sensuous allusions of its chemistry.

Beautiful is in concept absolute; it is an ultimate. Mrs Estée Lauder had always said that before she began the process of creating a fragrance, she must first "see" it. It’s in Beautiful that she saw "a woman's warmth, her charm, her personal appeal and her new confidence about herself."

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Add 1 tablespoon honey and stir thoroughly. Apply all over your face, avoiding the eye area, and leave for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water & dry thoroughly.

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Brittani said she hoped the Can’t Wait campaign would generate “empathy” and help to destigmatise the illness by encouraging people to talk openly about the conditions and associated symptoms.

She further raised awareness by taking part in ottsville surfer Brittani Nicholl is the face a Sydney’s Commonwealth Bank Beachley Classic. new national television campaign Former champion surfer Layne Beachley invited highlighting the needs of the chronically ill. Brittani to take part in the May event’s celebrity Brittani, 20, is the face of the Can’t Wait campaign by challenge, involving celebrities teaming up to raise national charity Crohn’s & Colitis Australia (CCA) to money for charity. Brittani’s team raised money for raise awareness of the debilitating and incurable CCA. The number of Australians diagnosed with bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and Colitis, which cause diarrhoea, fatigue, weight loss, and often Crohn’s disease or colitis, collectively known as require surgery for the 61,000 Australians are living inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is expected to with the conditions. Brittani is supported in the rise by 23 per cent by 2020. The conditions cost the campaign by former Big Brother contestant Pete nation $2.7 billion every year, and are more prevalent than epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and Timbs, who also has Crohn’s disease.

Brittani said she was happy to promote the Can’t rheumatoid arthritis.

The survey also found: Wait message and encourage people to talk about • 70 per cent won’t leave the house due to illnesses usually deemed “too embarrassing” to concerns about accessing toilets when they are discuss.

“I really wanted to do this to create awareness so experiencing a disease flare up; • 54 per cent suffered an embarrassing toilet people can actually help make a difference to our accident in public; and lives. I hope it really opens peoples’ eyes,” she said.

• 77 per cent had stopped certain activities for The campaign follows on from a CCA member survey that found 41 per cent of respondents fear of having an accident, including going requiring urgent access to a toilet were told by shopping, catching public transport, going on retailers to go elsewhere, even when the nearest holiday and playing sport.

CCA issues members with a ‘Can’t Wait’ card that public toilets were a long distance, and often can be shown to retailers, identifying them as locked.

A further 61 per cent had difficulty accessing someone with Crohn’s or Colitis, requesting the facilities. The worst offenders were petrol stations, holder be given access to toilet facilities.

Just 14 per cent of people using the cards said cafes and retail shopping strips. More than half of the people denied access were turned away after they had noticed a change in attitude since last explaining their illness, and producing a card surveyed in 2008. outlining their need for urgent access to a toilet.

Many people were told the toilets were only for You can support the Can’t Wait campaign by paying customers and some were forced to buy going to www.cantwait.net.au. petrol or goods to access facilities. Some children For more information on Crohn;s Disease or were also denied access to the toilet during class Colitis phone 1800 138 029 or go to www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au. time.

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Arrest the signs of ageing... helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and sun damaged skin.

Environ®’s Intensive C-Boost is a clarifying cream that contains a stable form of vitamin C in a light and non-greasy formula. It is formulated to help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and sun damaged skin.

Ikatan spa offers Environ facials and stocks the full range of Environ skin care products which can also be purchased on line www.ikatanspa.com

Latest laser technology Winter is the ideal time for laser treatments as the UV rating is lower and skin is less exposed.

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Laser technology is the only technology that can effectively tighten lax skin and is very comfortable with minimal or no redness.

Remarkable and completely effective results can also be achieved in hair removal on all skin types, even on dark skin, fine hair except grey.

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Magnetism of the Noosa River

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noosaville Once a sleepy riverside village, Noosaville has been transformed into a thriving area with notable precincts that attract locals and visitors alike.

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ith its kaleidoscope of shopping, dining and leisure options, down by the riverside is a real crowd pleaser and only a five-minute drive from cosmopolitan Hastings Street.

The tranquil broad stretch of the Noosa River is edged with green space and runs parallel to Gympie Terrace. It has been charmingly landscaped, dotted with plentiful barbecues, gazebos, playgrounds, exercise equipment, timber picnic tables and bench seating under shaded trees from where lorikeets belt out birdsong in the late afternoon.

Along the foreshore, pelicans flap their wings and thrust their beaks under water looking for a feed of fish or join seagulls onshore hoping for leftovers.

There are boat sheds for hiring a kayak, chartering a barbecue pontoon or a stand-up paddle board; the gondola cruises by with a romantic-looking couple onboard; hailing the Riverlight ferry which wends its way from the Noosa Marina to the Sheraton, is easy from one of the wharfs; book a Jazz cruise or a trip to the Everglades at the info centre; join joggers or walkers with pooches; or sip a bevy and watch families playing cricket, swimmers enjoying the cool-forsome briny and anglers hoping they’ll hook a whiting or flathead.

On the other side of Gympie Terrace and just around each corner are sideby-side boutiques, book shops, cafes, gelaterias and art galleries while at each end of the esplanade are smart restaurants and the Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club. Walk across the Noosa Waters canal bridge nearby and continue to the Marina at Tewantin or go the other way towards Noosa Heads and the Noosa National Park.

The system of waterways from the Noosa River includes clear lakes, dark tannin waters and sand dunes form the gateway to the world's largest sand island and heritage-listed Fraser Island. Cyclists can use the dedicated pathway which extends from the Noosa River, looping around continues over....

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Cecilia Young and Philip Badger, have been the on-site managers for the very popular yet quiet Rimini by the River apartment complex for five years and are effusive fans of Noosaville.

“Water, greenery, fresh air and no traffic lights are a far cry from the former hectic corporate world in Auckland,” explains Cecelia whose family calls it Pleasantville. “You just cannot help slow down and appreciate the beauty on offer. It really is a bubble, an abundance of wildlife, beautiful walks and waterways, lovely people and a relaxed vibe that’s hard to beat. Where else can you find such an eclectic mix of food, fun, art, things to do and places to see with nature as your back drop? Watching the sun set with fish and chips, a glass of vino or cool ale is simply the best. Check

out the pelican as it glides in like a light plane ready to swoop on the fishermen cleaning up their catch of the day or the bush turkeys charging around.”

Life down by the riverside and environs exudes a casual elegance and relaxed ambience and with its smorgasbord of restaurants, alfresco eateries, organic produce, well-made coffee, ice creameries and takeaways, there's a culinary tour of the world to suit all tastes and budgets.

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From Gympie Terrace and its environs to other precincts such as Gibson Road Gateway Drive, the Noosa Marina and hot spots inbetween, apart from numerous munch palaces, those with a serious penchant for retail therapy will need plenty of time to peruse the scene.

Sassy fashion, work wear and footwear, gorgeous galleries and jewellers, pamper palaces, day spas and hairdressers plus homewares and musthave gifts In the 1920s, Noosaville was a sleepy hollow, except for the first cafĂŠ in the area, called The Favourite, which was owned by the Massouds. It became the meeting place for troops during World War 11 when they drove their amphibious army ducks out of the river to collect their fresh fish and chips, cooked on a tiny wooden stove. Now know as Maisie's it is still popular today and Noosaville is everyone's favourite place.

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When was the last time someone complimented you on your hair?

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etting a new cut and colour is the best way to reinvent yourself. It is so refreshing to change your look, as we all know that it’s easy to get stuck in a rut with the same hairstyle.

Make a time to see your stylist and get some suggestions as to what may work for you, taking into account your lifestyle and the amount of time you have to maintain your new style at home.

Are you are wearing your hair tied up everyday?

Then it’s time for a haircut, so you can have the versatility to either wear it up or out without too much time spent on styling and that it looks good either way.

You can’t cope with your hair; it’s too fuzzy, too flyaway, too thick or too curly.

Choose a stylist who understands the texture of your hair and who can work the cut and style to make the most of it. A good tip is if you see someone on the street that has your type of hair and it looks great ask them who their stylist is, people love to be asked and take it as a great compliment.

You’ve had the same style for more than a year.

Make an appointment for a consultation at a reputable salon and it’s a great idea to take along some pictures of what you like, so they can clearly understand what you’re looking for. Sometimes it can be as simple as adding a few layers or a fringe or even a few high or lowlights.

Are you spending more than 20 minutes to style your hair in the morning?

Then your haircut is not working well for you.

Getting your stylist to cut your hair dry can help as they can than see how it naturally falls, or they should spend a lot of time finishing the haircut on dry hair, as this will guarantee the best possible result.

You really want to grow your hair but it’s out of control and constantly looks ungroomed.

Why not make an appointment at a salon that specialises in Keratin relaxing treatments. This treatment will take about 2hrs to have done, leaving you with beautiful, smooth, silky hair and it will last between two and five months. It will mean no more fussing with blow-drying, you can wash and wear your hair without having to worry about rebellious kinks or fuzzy ends!

Having some colour is also a great way to make your haircut stand out. It can be used to enhance a feature in your style such as your fringe or to highlight some sweeping layers.

If you are nervous about colouring your hair or would like to lighten your hair and you are worried that highlights will damage it, then balayage or free hand colouring is a great option. This method is very gentle and just gives a beautiful, natural sun kissed look that we lose through winter. For a richer, deeper finish lowlights is the best option to introduce depth and warmth without committing to a high maintenance colour.

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On a winning streak What’s the driving force behind a young world champion athlete and successful business woman leaving Tasmania for Noosa?

It’s not just the warm climes according to Helen Flanagan.

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arly Cottam was born with determination in her veins.

Raised and educated in Launceston, the self-confessed tomboy admired her father’s love of speed from cars and motorbikes to jet skis but she was only a kid so resorted instead to rowing.

Brushing aside critics who said she was too short, her big chance came in grade 9 at the local rowing club where she proved size didn’t matter. “At 16 Photo: Orin O'Rourke having never missed a training session, I won the Head of the River race in the single scull,” says an elated Carly, who decided to become an elite tropical climate, a home in Sunrise Beach with views and the sound of the ocean athlete and adopt a stringent training regime of 30 hours a week which plus a career in real estate, her piece of paradise had been found.

With a deep interest in architecture, armed with an interior design diploma included rowing, weights, running, yoga, up to 100 kilometres on a bike plus a diet to maintain being under the required 59 kilograms which, with her and a penchant for selling, Carly researched Noosa’s real estate companies and Richardson and Wrench came up trumps. Obviously the feelings were mutual. metabolism meant she could eat a lot.

“I chose R&W because of its high profile, the small number of agents and its “I made my first Australian team in 2007 as a ‘rookie’, came fourth in the under 23 lightweight women’s single scull which then secured me an invitation to the position as the number one agency in Noosa means it has quality and Australian selections. In the lightweight women’s rowing category there’s only a experienced sales staff, plus you wouldn’t believe the number of buyers we double scull so was told by the Tasmanian Institute of Sport head rowing coach attract from our location on Hastings Street.

“I love knowing that at the end of any sales transaction all parties involved are not to get my hopes up about making the team. Being stubborn, I wanted to prove them wrong. After six weeks of preparation I not only made the double extremely happy especially considering it’s at the end of one of the most scull and competed in Scotland but was given a Tasmanian Institute of Sport important transactions of their lives - selling or buying property.”

With plans to compete at the next Australian Championships, Carly has once Scholarship. In 2008, I was selected to represent Australia in the lightweight again donned her determination ‘hat’, resumed rowing mode and cycles every singles in Germany and won the World Championship.” morning to Twin Waters and back on her new Cannondale Parallel to rowing Carly worked part time at the Ricoh Business bike from the Noosa Bike Shop.

Centre an office equipment franchise owned by her father and which Holidays in Carly, who’s in her twenties and has a serious addiction to she always aspired to own. At 17 she was full-time when her father online shopping especially shoes, is often seen strolling decided to move to Hervey Bay. Noosa and along Sunrise Beach with her very cute staffy x dachsund x “I took out a considerable loan to keep the family business going. I rowing in kelpie and at either Canteen or Hard Coffee catching up was lucky enough to have a fantastic network around me in the minus three with friends. “I have a loving partner, Max who I’ve been with business world as well as personally, but it was very tough at first. From degrees on six years and every car or motorbike I’ve owned has been 2008 to 2010 we struck success winning awards within the franchise some Tassie for black. I currently drive a (black of course) Subaru Liberty network. With training full-time and running a business, I didn’t have mornings which is recognisable by the number plate. much of a personal life, well none at all really, as I would train from 5am were the “I’m inspired by Lance Armstrong, have read his books to 7:30am, eat breakfast in my car, race to work, fit in another session impetus for numerous times and the motto ‘”if not me who, if not now, between 12 and 1pm, eat lunch on the go and then have another Carly’s move when?” stays with me. My mentor to this day is my dad who training session usually between 6 to 8pm.” last year still gives me a hard time but I will always look up to him and Holidays in Noosa and rowing in minus three degrees on some Tassie strive to be successful.” mornings were the impetus for Carly’s move last year. With a sub

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I will not add something into products if it doesn’t meet my high expectations.

“Currently 95 per cent of all products in the range are manufactured here in Noosa. Soon my entire range which is 100 per cent natural will be certified organic. I hope to have the entire range certified by the end of the year and it will be manufactured locally by a certified processor.”

Marketing and sales are left to experts in those fields however Saya designs all her own artwork for packaging and promotional materials. Market research ‘guinea pigs’ are her family and friends with many working in the beauty industry.

The Saya Skincare range has 30 products with the latest containing argan oil from Morocco. “Although it’s very trendy at the moment in hair care products, it is actually a fantastic ingredient. The oil is so potent in antioxidants, vitamins and fatty acids and fabulous for the skin. We have argan oil products containing 99 per cent pure argan oil with natural vitamin E and a small amount of essential oils to make it smell divine. There are no silicones, carriers or synthetic ingredients.”

The Morocco argan oil range includes: pure argan oil; argan body oil blend (containing evening primrose oil, jojoba, almond, coconut oils and exotic essential oils); argan SLS free natural

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shampoo; and argan natural conditioner - extra rich for dry hair.

Thoughts of the surf-loving men in Saya’s family being forgotten were tossed out the window with a shaving cream that was specially formulated for their sensitive dry skin. “Typical boys, they don’t moisturise so the shaving cream cleansed and moisturised as they shaved. To achieve a product like this I added the rich nourishing ingredients of shea nut butter, macadamia oil and cool refreshing essential oils such as peppermint.”

Using natural and certified organic products is a given for Saya who believes that if there isn’t a clear understanding of the TAKING ON THE GIANTS IN THE WORLD OF ingredients listed on a label why on earth should it go on the skin SKINCARE IS NOT EASY BUT YOUNG SAYA or in the mouth. “We are exposed to all sorts of chemicals every MCDERMOTT, AS HELEN FLANAGAN FOUND OUT, HAS day so let’s try to reduce this by feeding and protecting our bodies with the most natural foods and products.

ALL THE HALLMARKS OF DOING JUST THAT. “I am totally against testing on animals and very aware of some he word Saya conjures up thoughts of something exotic, natural plant ingredients that are not so animal or environmentally indulgent and good for you and in Indonesian it means friendly. A good example of this is palm oil. In the eight years I have “me”. Perfect for a range of skincare products. And little did been formulating skincare I have never and will never use palm oil Saya McDermott’s parents know when they met a Scandinavian due to the detrimental effects it has on Orangutans and their called Saya whilst overseas on business, that it would be more environment.”

According to Saya, simple is always the best and that doesn’t than just a gorgeous name for their daughter.

Educated overseas and locally including gaining a degree at the have to include an expensive complicated routine. “I think that if University of the Sunshine Coast, Saya studied natural therapy we take responsibility for ourselves by becoming more aware of before deciding on a different career path, opting for an Advanced what we eat, drink and put on our skin, the better off we’ll be,” Diploma of Beauty Therapy thus giving her a grounding in comments Saya who lives near the beach with her boyfriend, met while surfing at Noosa National Park. Walking Oscar her silky terrier skincare to ultimately create her own range.

“I have formulated every single product on my own and it didn’t is a daily ritual, hanging out with her family especially her sister is happen overnight, taking a lot of time and effort,” admits the self- a buzz and shopping overseas can be addictive. “I take an empty effacing 28 year-old who despite a hectic business life, is always suit case every time I go to Bali and come back with it full of shoes eager to learn more so is studying for a science degree in nutrition and bags.

“I do love travel and one of my fondest memories was visiting a which she hopes to finish within the year. “In the early days it would take me weeks to come to a final formulation for some of perfumery in France. They harvested their own flowers and herbs the products, now it doesn’t take so long as I have a much greater to create beautiful perfumes. What an amazing setup. There were understanding and confidence as to how ingredients work massive vats of fresh flowers ready to be distilled or pressed to extract such a tiny amount of oil. Incredible. It gave me such an together.

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Adding lustre to abode When it comes to statement pieces and house warmings, Helen Flanagan says Joanne Taylor has just the ticket.

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or ten years interior designer Joanne Taylor has given a fresh injection of charisma to houses and apartments in Townsville, spends holidays at the Stephen Kidd-designed home on the Noosa River and these days juggles a whole lot more as the owner of Add + Noosa. She is looking forward to the day when husband Barry relinquishes his Townsville-based legal practice and their fourth child Victoria finishes school so they can officially call Noosa home.

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notable exceptions including an old kava bowl from Fiji filled with shells on the dining table.

“Plus, the great old wingback chairs were retrieved from the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Hong Kong before it was pulled it down,” explains Joanne. “We were staying there the week before it closed and I mentioned to the manager I loved a few pieces of the furniture, so was put in touch with the company that had bought the hotel’s contents. Amazing white ceramic oversized jars, wingback and Bergere chairs, celadon china lamps, leather bar stools, art and enamelware, silver serving trolleys - I was in heaven. I don’t think I will ever forget that moment and the excitement as I walked around the hotel saying ‘I’ll have this and that and that and …’”

Joanne had been a client of Add + so was very familiar with the business, especially the importation of sofas and individual furniture pieces from Asia, Chinese antiques plus lightweight pots, urns, fountains and statues for outdoors. She says she has added so much more: “There are items from USA’s Dransfield and Ross, Legacy Linens, Callisto Home, Harvey and Strait. The tableware, napkins, placemats, napkin rings, cushion and bedding are stocked by Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus. My love of blue and white ceramics is obvious with temple jars; there’s wonderful new lighting from Indonesia; and I’ve designed and had manufactured a range of bedside tables that will be exclusive to Add +. I’m always looking for bedside tables and never been successful so they’re made to my exact requirements. I’ve also just received my first shipment of Stuart Membery Furniture, stunning classic pieces that suit city and coastal living.

“I visit the markets in Atlanta, New York and High Point twice a year plus various furniture fairs in Asia to keep abreast of what’s out there in the market place and in September I’m going to Martha’s Vineyard with a group of girlfriends who are mostly from Alabama and surrounds, have beautiful southern twangs and are some of the funniest women I have ever met.”

Whether it’s watching costume dramas and movies, keeping in touch with friends via email, facetime and facebook Joanne says she’s never out of touch with work and the world of design and spare time is a rarity, although taking precedence over everything are her children, Christopher: 23 a lawyer who lives in London, Nicholas 21, soon to complete his law degree, Cambell 18 studying business, Victoria 16 in grade 11 and of course Barry. And let’s not forget Bosley a black Labradoodle and Emmy and Ruby, little black moodles, plus the upkeep of apartments and houses in Townsville and Noosa - a place with very special attractions. “We love the beachside lifestyle, casual dress code, being within walking distance of some of the best restaurants in Australia and having a home our children love to share with their friends and where ultimately we hope to spend much more time.”

“Amazing white ceramic oversized jars, wingback and Bergere chairs, celadon china lamps, leather bar stools, art and enamelware, silver serving trolleys I was in heaven.”

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Seaside chic...

Peregian Beach with its surf club, patrolled surf beach, village square, markets, vibrant cafes, stores stocked with gorgeous homewares, beautiful boutiques, beauty therapists and sophisticated vibe has all the charm of a coastal village.

On the 1st and the 3rd Sunday of every month the Peregian Markets are a must visit – a hive of activity, creativity, fresh produce and fun. Many fashion labels start off here so keep an eye out for tomorrow’s trendy look. .

The park between the Peregian Surf Club and the lifeguard tower is a vibrant sight as locals and visitors alike strolling around the market and spilling over into the village cafes and grassed area to read their Sunday papers and sip on a latte as the children play on the green or earlier in the morning see walkers heading home along the road or the beach with a baguette tucked under one arm and a basket of local produce in the other.

At Caribbean Dreams stop for a seriously good gelato. The shop is reminiscent of stepping off a little boat in the Caribbean and the display cabinet filled with the amazing colours of freshly-made gelati and sorbet that invite instant salivation. See faces light up with big smiles after just one luscious lick.

Harper St Like so many other women her age, Michaela Hayes already knows the name she would give to a daughter should she ever have one Harper. So it’s no surprise that she has chosen to open her eponymous boutique, Harper Street, in one of the most family friendly communities on the Sunshine Coast, Peregian Beach.

HTM - High Tide Mark is well known for their quality labels for both men and women. It has a great following on the coast and more exciting new labels and stock are in store for summer!

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Evolve-mum baby home is a store you arrive at, and take in the visual delight that surrounds you. Filled with treasures of the heart it is a challenge to leave without something gorgeous!

Established in 2005 in the square at Peregian Beach, it is fondly known for exquisite baby wear, children's clothing, handbags you fall in love with, accessories, women's fashion, pregnancy wear, unique toys, books and crafty things that make your heart sing. A small taste of the labels you will find are, Purebaby, Peggy, Munster, Electric Boy, Chookleaf, Nancybird, Sisken, Elk, Wilson, Mesop, Song, Frey, Ripe, Soon, Bajo, Britt and Mae. If you are looking for something superb, something that feels beautiful, something that inspires make Evolve-mum.baby.home your destination.

Wahoo Seafood’s alfresco dining and BYO experience is popular with families and couples alike with delicious meals such as crab risotto. The takeaway section is noticeably thriving as families, surfers and couples put in their orders for a night in or alternatively picnicking on the 'green' with such taste sensations such as calamari strips. Very more-ish.

Askew 2 is for Gifts, Design, Fun and your Home. Celebrating our 1st Birthday in Australia and 20 years in NZ.A big selection of brands such as: Alessi, Tivoli Audio, Geneva, Mondaine Watches, Hunter Gumboots, Mandarina Duck, Ritzenhoff, Butter Nail Polish,

My Wallit, Woodwick Candles Zatini, Joseph Joseph, Six Stitches, and many more cool things !

Pitchfork restaurant is the talk of the town with modern Australian fare and a menu that changes seasonally. Owners Craig and Kim Galea are no strangers to the local food scene with Craig head chef at Harvest in Coolum for many years and Kim the former pastry chef at Rickys.

Peregian Beach Hotel Situated in friendly Peregian Village, this architecturally designed hotel oozes Sunshine Coast casual style. Ideally situated only 10 minutes from Noosa and a stone's throw to Coolum Beach. There's something for everyone to enjoy. Featuring the Pbh Bistro for hungry diners, full gaming room, a sports bar, private function room with sea views and a drive-thru bottle shop. On Sunday afternoons why not relax and enjoy live entertainment from 2pm, whilst sampling some of the country's best wines, and a wide range of local and imported beers.

Even the four-legged members of your family are catered to in Peregian Beach with water and tethering stations dotted around the Square.

Peregian Beach is a plastic bag free zone, an initiative to keep this community paradise for generations to come.

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HYATT REGENCY COOLUM HAS TAKEN LUXURY TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH THE LATEST IN A SERIES OF STYLISH REFURBISHMENTS ADDING A CONTEMPORARY NEW LOOK TO THE RESORT’S POPULAR KING ROOMS.

constantly evolving part of the future.”

Hyatt Regency Coolum’s two-bedroom Golf Villas and Lakefront Villas were refurbished late last year to offer a stylish modern décor.

The upgrade followed a $4 million refurbishment of The Spa during the previous year, creating a new look and expanded facilities for the largest facility of its type in the southern hemisphere.

Other recent developments at Hyatt Regency Coolum include the new-look McKenzie Grill, serving modern classics from a lively open kitchen and a brand new Dune Beach Club offering poolside leisure activities and a stunning new outdoor venue for events.

The recent makeover has significantly improved what was already an impressive holiday destination with a long list of he first phase in a complete renewal of 156 King Rooms luxurious facilities, including a privately patrolled beach, nine has been completed, with an initial 40 refurbished rooms sparkling pools, tennis centre, a host of great bars and restaurants, now open to guests – newly re-named Golf Kings and a world renowned day spa and an 18 hole Australian PGA Garden Kings. At 46 sqm each, the new King Rooms offer Championship golf course. expansive bedroom and living areas, en suites and outdoor patio Now Hyatt is giving Sunshine Coast residents the chance to areas with views of the golf course, lakes or native gardens. Each has been refitted in contemporary style, with crisp modern tones experience the newly refurbished rooms for themselves with a special ‘locals only’ package. to complement the sub-tropical Queensland environment that “This package really is a great excuse for locals to come and surrounds the property. celebrate a special occasion or just spoil themselves,” Ms Close The program has already seen the upgrade of Golf Villas, Lakefront Villas and the extensive health and beauty facilities of said.

From $350* per night in a new-look Golf or Garden King Room, The Spa. Hyatt Regency Coolum Director of Marketing, Pip Close said the this package includes luxurious accommodation for two, new King Rooms were a fitting advance for one of Australia’s continental breakfast, tennis court hire, weekday golf clinics, adult favourite resorts. “A new generation of guests is embracing Hyatt entry to the Spa, daily shuttle to Noosa, plus a choice of one Regency Coolum and we’re investing heavily to ensure the resort indulgent bonus per person, per night, such as a 60 minute continues to be relevant and stylish,” Ms Close said. “As one of calming facial or massage at the Spa, a round of golf with cart, or Australia’s first and best-known integrated luxury resorts we want dinner in Bruschetta restaurant.

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There are hoarders of everything under the sun out there but when it comes to serious collecting John Auricht’s obsession for jigsaws takes some beating.

A 24,000 piece jigsaw, just one of 120 adorning the walls, ceilings and more of John Auricht’s home will soon be surpassed in size, but where did it all begin?

The first jigsaw was a 250 piece cardboard jigsaw of farm animals I completed at 10. It quickly grew when my parents bought my brother and me ten puzzles which we did in separate spaces until they bought us a table tennis table. We moved to Queensland from the Barossa Valley when I was 16 and I commenced an apprenticeship in carpentry, so had money to buy puzzles and always on the look-out for larger puzzles with 500, 1,000, 1,500 plus pieces in toy shops, then off the internet from overseas. I prefer photographic scenes, bright and glow in-the-dark puzzles.

Is there a degree of difficulty and do pieces go back in their boxes after completion?

Difficulty depends on the number of pieces, large sections of colour as in sky, ocean and trees, if colours all blend in together or if the jigsaw is say doubled sided.

For fifteen years I carted around approx 60 1,000 piece puzzles I’d made up and stored them on shelves in the garage. That was until we built the deck on house and I had a brain wave to line the ceiling with the puzzles which had to be glued to a backing board, sealed and framed.

Puzzles are never given away or swapped; I just keep buying more.

Did you have to move house to accommodate your obsession?

I bought a home when I was 30 so I could store more puzzles. I made coffee tables, dining tables as well as children’s wooden jigsaw puzzles for my business called Paramount Puzzles which has approximately 30 different designs, including one, two and three layers, with smaller pieces for the younger children to larger pieces for the younger ones.

There are 120 plus puzzles and still counting on the walls and floor with about 60 on the verandah ceiling, 25 puzzles that glow in the dark in a portable room plus there’s a Where's Wally puzzle in the toilet. The total number of pieces is easily 210,000.

How many pieces in your biggest?

The world’s largest commercial jigsaw puzzle called Life consists of 24,000 pieces, is 4.3 metres long and 1.6 metres high and equates to the world record of 295 working hours piecing it together. There were four packs of 6,000 pieces each which were mixed together before being made.

As far as we are aware no one else has done this in Australia. Karen (partner)

purchased it from overseas as a birthday present. It comprises everything below and above the sea including the lost world, had to be sorted into many containers and was assembled on our dining table and stored on different boards in our office.

What does Karen think about all of this?

Where do I start, what an accomplishment. John is a very patient, totally inspirational and extremely focused. My job is to put the last piece in all the puzzles, which I suppose is my reward! Since we started renovating our home about six years ago, John joked that he was going to have the architect change the plans so we would not have any windows in the extensions. His latest venture with the 24,000 pieces was quite trying at times as that was all our life revolved around for almost three months. We’re running out of room which does concern me especially as he imagines building a home out of concrete tilt panels which he has done for a house in Peregian Beach.

Tell me about the two of you outside jigsaw world.

We’ve known each other for 14 years, lived together for nine and engaged for five. John, a foreman concreter is too busy with puzzles to get married. Karen (Stukla) has a daughter Justine who is nearly 18 and we have a cockatiel called Marty, a blue heeler called Shadow and we both enjoy renovating, gardening and cooking together.

We’d love to visit some of the places depicted in the puzzles especially the ones of Fiji and Canada and the 18,000 piece puzzle in the office reminds us about going to Africa and meeting Simon who we’ve been sponsoring for five years What’s next?

Karen is cringing but a 32,000 piece puzzle is now available. I’d also like to display the 24,000 piece one in a resort, gallery or tourist attraction such as Underwater World, be commissioned to make a 24,000 piece puzzle, also organise a fundraiser for a couple of charities with foam sections/pieces that could be painted by local artists, auctioned off and ultimately pieced together and cover a basketball stadium.

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Noosa Junction is home to banks, boutiques, professional services, supermarkets and the cinema however, it is still today as it always has been - the shopping heart of Noosa, where retail therapy doesn’t get much better.

Bella Rustique is one of Noosa's most beautiful and discerning homewares and gift wear stores stocking everything from one-off furniture and distinctive pieces, jewellery, fragrances and coffee table books to baby-wear and a gift registry. It is the ideal place to find that something special for every occasion Bella Rustique also offers an in-house design service.

Casa Noosa - Why not visit the showrooms of Casa Noosa Interiors and take a look at this season’s latest trends in furnishings and designer pieces. From tropical to contemporary, a simple lamp to a tailor-made bar, or soft furnishings and that perfect gift – it has it all.

Symbolic Journey has an extensive range of spiritual books, crystals, jewellery, oracle and angel cards, tarot cards, essential oils, incense, music CDs/DVDs, inspirational DVDs, meditation and hypnosis CDs, Feng Shui products, Tibetan singing bowls, Himalayan salt lamps, meaningful gifts and cards and more.

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also celebrating the beginning of Spring early with the arrival of exclusive and new European labels into Australia to tempt the most dedicated fashion shopper. Our accessory collection Newton’s Apple in Noosa Fair brings it all together in one easy Shopping Centre specialises in games, location with you in mind! puzzles and toys for all ages, families and groups.

Shells by Pauline After four Some games are a little bit silly and successful years at the Eumundi hilarious to play and some a bit more Markets, Shells by Pauline has a Noosa serious and strategic. If the kids are address in Arcadia Walk. The shop, getting restless, set them down with a featuring a sand-covered floor, is an art good game and listen to the laughs gallery as well as a retail shop and also that erupt around the table. Everyone houses the artist's workshop. remembers fondly the times spent playing with family and friends. There is Lotus Rose Emporium creates the a huge selection of craft activities and casual relaxed Noosa style with their jigsaw puzzles, great for the holiday latest imported fashion designs - all quiet times. Newton's Apple has now affordable comfort and with practical increased the range for the 1-3 year age ease of wear. Light cottons, linens and group. Staff are always happy to explain silks up to size 22 for women and for the games and recommend what is men to XXL in cotton and linen. right for you. Open: Monday-Saturday Lasting treasures also in a large 9am-5.30pm and Sunday 10am-2pm. collection of sterling and ethnic Phone 5447 5578 or go to jewellery. www.newtonsapplepuzzles.com.

I Cherry Shoes has the latest range Minx & Max is conveniently located of beautiful imported Italian, Brazilian, across from Coles Noosa Fair in Noosa French and Spanish designs ranging Junction. Minx & Max is all about the from casual, comfort, daytime to evening plus hats, fascinators and bags fabrics and fit with premium labels such for race wear, weddings and formal as Nicola Waite, Verge, Nougat, occasions.

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Beautiful unique scented shell candle vases. Different colours, shapes, vases and prices available. Handmade in Noosa by Shells by Pauline, Noosa Beach Arts & Crafts. Shop 7, Arcadia Walk, Noosa Junction

For 2-4 players, ages 6-adult Pentago is simple as one, two, three - as tricky as your opponents! You will never get tired of it as the game board is constantly changing and each game lasts 15 minutes. Beautifully designed and presented, with very simple rules.

Available from Newton’s Apple Noosa Fair Shopping Centre Make your own Shell Art at Noosa Beach Arts & Crafts, Shells by Pauline in Noosa Junction. Every Monday and Saturday at 11am. For More Info Call: 0422 927 700

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Noosa Classics Get the complete look for this winter with all the right brands - Polo - Ralph Lauren - Hugo Boss - Tommy Hilfiger - Sebago Shoes Available from Noosa Classics, Gibson Rd Noosaville & Cross Classics, Hastings Street Noosa Heads

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HTM High Tide Mark Line 7 one of New Zealand’s top clothing brands.

With a heritage that includes out fitting America’s Cup sailors and their supporters you can be sure the garments are well designed, comfortable and stylish.

High Tide Mark has been a great supporter of the brand throughout its time on Australian shores and continues to be a key stockist in Queensland. Many a Victorian also buys their Line 7 deck shorts from Glen - much to the disappointment of a few Melbourne retailers.

Current menswear styles include fine, cotton yarn dye shirts, polos and sailing jerseys, light weight merino knitwear and the afore mentioned enzyme washed cotton deck shorts.

Style and function are also the hallmarks of the women’s stream of Line 7 and why it resonates so strongly with customers in Australia. The Summer 2011 range matches everyone’s expectations so look out for it in store from August. There are beautiful voile long line shirts, light weight knitwear and a great selection of shorts.

Find LINE 7 at HTM - High Tide Mark at Oasis Arcade Peregian Beach. Jan Kerry or Glen will help you choose the latest look!

new inhouse stylist and designer 2-3/ 89 Noosa Drive Noosa Junction (next to Post Office) Phone 5449 2274 - www.bellarustique.com

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From culinary maestros, wannabe master chefs, home-style cooks and lovers of good food to countries and regions with evocative restaurants, cafes and good coffee, a plethora of books will have your mojo and taste buds in a whirl.

Cooking for Claudine

by John Baxter, Allen & Unwin $22.99 The is the witty, charming and improbable tale of how the author who was raised in Australia on white bread - and didn't speak a word of French unexpectedly ended up with the sacred duty of preparing Christmas dinner.

This surprising challenge came about when he fell in love with a French woman and impulsively moved to Paris to marry her. As a test of his love, the sceptical in-laws charged him with cooking the banquet for 18 in their ancestral country home.

There’s misadventures and delicious triumphs as he visits the farthest corners of France in search of recipes and ingredients plus lots of planning, brooding, shopping, tweaking, cooking, serving and a rare glimpse behind the firmly closed doors of French family life.

The Making of a Chef

by Luke Mangan, New Holland $29.95 Luke Mangan is recognised internationally as one of Australia’s leading chefs and restaurateurs, a long way from the precocious schoolboy who wouldn’t do his schoolwork and the youngest in a large rough-and-tumble family of seven boys growing up in Melbourne. But from these early days Luke was always drawn to cooking and his sense of achievement and passion for food set him on a determined path.

From his career-forming days under the tutelage of the tough but great Herman Schneider of Two Faces restaurant fame and his quest to work with the best chefs in Europe to the adrenalin rush of service, passion for Australian produce and commitment to the next generation of young chefs, Luke’s life story is just like him – fast-paced.

Eating for the Seasons

by Janella Purcell, Allen & Unwin $39.99

season and the sorts of foods our bodies need to remain healthy and strong. Just as importantly, her food is simply mouth-watering from breakfast through to dessert with yummy, healthy drinks and snacks for any hour. Dedicated to a core philosophy of food as medicine and focusing on gluten-free, dairyfree, vegan and vegetarian options, here is a refreshing and entirely delicious approach to food and flavours that might just change your outlook, your health and your life.

The Complete Caravan Chef

by Eva Stovern, Explore Australia with SBS, $29.95 It’s time to hit the road again! Eva Stovern, the caravanning cuisine guru is back, with a bumper edition of her fabulous moveable feast, The Complete Caravan Chef: Around Australia with 30 Ingredients.

Designed for holiday-makers it features delicious and simple recipes for preparing wonderful meals in a campervan or cabin, at a campsite or even on a boat, plus plenty of useful tips on equipment, utensils and storage.

Named after the Australian towns Eva encountered on her travels, features recipes from savouries, pasta, rice, meat and shellfish to desserts such as Albany almond bread and Caravan Chef cheesecake, Kimba apple crumble and Mount Magnet marshmallows providing a delicious finale to your meal before you head off to sleep under the stars.

Livwise

by Olivia Newton-John, Murdoch Books $39.99 Olivia radiates health, positivity and wellbeing and is often asked, ‘how do you do it?’ In Livwise, she explains her belief of eating a healthy diet in order to maintain wellness and balance plus introduce you to ways of eating and living 48that will keep you in good health and happiness with simple, wholesome, tasty recipes Olivia loves to cook for family, with some created and contributed by friends and chefs from her health retreat, Gaia. From delicious salads and snacks to hearty mains and guiltfree desserts, there’s a perfect balance of flavour, goodness and vitality.

Janella Purcell is passionate about good food and As a breast cancer survivor, or “breast thriver”, feeling great. And she wants to share her knowledge. royalties from the sale of the book go to The Olivia Drawing inspiration from traditional Chinese Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre in medicine as well as the Japanese macrobiotic diet, her Melbourne. recipes encompass what we should be eating in each

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Tastes of Noosa...

Winter Sails Whether bathed in winter sun on the beachfront or enjoying the evening warmth of indoors life doesn’t get much better than a table at Sails where the fine fare, service and wine, mirror the stunning location implicitly.

Seafood chowder makes a welcome return and Paul Leete, who has been managing the burners as executive chef for 14 years describes it as “New England-style based on quality fish stock and a little cream. The chowder is thickened slightly by the addition of potatoes that break down during the cooking process. It gets its background smokiness from a base of sautéed pancetta, is not thick and gluggy, is more refined and showcases the beautiful poached seafood.

Mudcrabs are sadly near the end of the season however there’s the ever-popular Moreton bay bugs from Gladstone, some weighing a whopping 500g each. The tail meat is removed from the shell, tossed with pink peppercorns, fennel seed and dill then

grilled and served with a garlicky skordalia and yellow butter beans.

Paul also loves the “seafood ceviche of fish, prawns, scallop, cuttlefish - all local of course, lightly marinated in lime juice to set the proteins in the seafood then tossed with fresh zested coconut flesh and drizzled with coconut cream.”

The cheese board proudly showcases the best of Queensland and Paul says not to forget saluting the start of the strawberry season. “We serve a white chocolate panna cotta with a vibrant red strawberry soup and both fresh and dried strawberries. The aroma of the strawberries at this time of year is truly incredible.

“Plus the exceptional wines from our cellars are complimented by the Enomatic machine which maintains the quality of any opened bottle of wine, thus allowing us to serve even obscure wines by the glass.”

Mudcrab is a speciality at Sails Noosa

ALL HAIL THE NEW King.

Escape for a special night out and experience the luxury of Hyatt Regency Coolum’s all-new King rooms with this special package just for Sunshine Coast residents. From $350* per night in a newly refurbished Golf or Garden King room, it includes: Luxurious accommodation for two and continental breakfast PLUS your choice of one indulgent bonus per person, per night, such as a 60 minute calming facial or massage at the Spa, a round of golf with cart, or dinner in Bruschetta restaurant!

To book phone 1800 COOLUM (266 586) Warran Road, Coolum Beach, Queensland TELEPHONE +61 7 5446 1234 FACSIMILE +61 7 5446 2957 coolum.regency.hyatt.com *Subject to availability, conditions and blackout dates apply. HYT2615

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Free Gelati!!...

And the soothing sounds of live Caribbean music set the tone in Peregian for Caribbean Dreams Gelati’s 2nd Birthday.

As part of the celebrations, Caribbean Dreams Gelati gave away 1540 scoops of it’s finest hand crafted Gelati free at it’s Peregian Beach store.

The day was a huge success for Make A Wish Foundation. “We encouraged people to make a donation to Make A Wish Foundation” who shared the day. “It was fantastic to see people’s generosity” said Duncan. Make A Wish’s mascot, Flossy, was there for cuddles and dancing with the kids.

The obvious flavours went very quickly: Extreme Choc, Marz Bar and Rocher.

“We had an idea we were going to be busy holding similar celebrations last year, but the amount of people and support was fantastic” said Emma. “People lined up 5 wide and all the way out the shop”.

“We can’t wait for next year”, said Duncan

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with about 1,000 on each night of three degustations at berardo’s. This included the amazing seven course Qantas Best Dinner in the World plus champagne, chardonnay and shiraz master classes where Reidel glassware was used Tony Cox who’s responsible for myriad tasks including liaison with wine critics and vignerons such as the legendary James Halliday, wine sponsorships and serving at 12 wine events including degustations says one of the standout moments was working with the queen of bubbles Bernadette O’Shea: “She’s knowledgeable, organised, precise also entertaining. Everyone should experience one of her seminars before they leave the planet.

“A truly amazing moment was just prior to the Qantas dinner when I was standing next to John Lethlean (food critic) near the kitchen where there were about 20 chefs. Now that’s like going for the record number of people in a mini minor! And to top it off there was total silence.

“I must also acknowledge some fantastic wines such as Frank Pizzini’s from the King Valley plus Frankland Estate’s Smith Cullam and the 2009 Gunderloch Auslese rieslings both exhibited a little

A cavalcade of international and Australian celebrity chefs, extraordinary wine aficionados and a first class line-up of entertainers was just a smattering of the who’s who at the Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival, which this year catered fro 26,000 people, 20 per cent up on last year.

Golfing superstar Greg Friday evening Michael jackson Tribute show Norman and his wife Kirsten were also there kissing whilst queuing in the warm sun for plates of white sweetness but balanced acidity.”

Pyrenees lamb meat balls from a local restaurant Festival organiser Jim Berardo was ecstatic with and glasses of Yering Station Chardonnay. the success of the weekend promising it will be Behind the scenes the glass washing brigades back next year from 18 to 20 May. Bigger and added sparkle to over 30,000 during the weekend better? Probably.

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loose alliance of farmers grew warm climate produce in the lush, fertile hinterland and supplied restaurants with the pick of their crops. That was until Shane Stanley thought it would be wonderful if locals could also buy direct.

When he started the markets in 2002, there were just 28 stalls once a month and 400 people lusting after the picked-this-morning bright red sun-kissed tomatoes, baby green beans, avocados, peppery rocket, plump icebergs, Swiss brown mushrooms, shiny leafed herbs, juicy pineapples, succulent strawberries, paw paws, mangos, lady finger bananas and water melon, meat, seafood, dairy, value-added products and so many more must-have ingredients. And let’s not forget the ever tempting coffee or cool drinks, piping hot poffertjes which are little Dutch pancakes or wrapping your fist around a German sausage in a roll smothered in mustard as you stroll around.

Today there are 75 stalls every week which equates to around 120 businesses and farms during the year depending on seasonality. Everything's environmentally friendly, sustainable, organic, free-range, vine ripened, farmfresh, freshly squeezed or baked, wood-fired, hand churned, traditionally grown and/or of course can press green buttons.

Stalls have a more shop-here, buy-me look with larger tables groaning with a veritable array of choices. Tomatoes now come in heirloom, varied colours and sizes. Oodles of vegetables and fruit sit proudly beside eggs, finger limes, giant garlic, kaffir lime leaves, micro herbs and gerberas. There’s handpicked spanner crab meat, Mooloolaba green prawns and gravalax, wagyu beef, lamb backstraps, crocodile, quail, smoked meats, chevre, brie, fresh mozzarella and Swiss-style cheeses, artisan bread, macadamias, bush foods, preserves, d’vine relishes, dips, lime salt, olive oils and olives.

Eat there or take home fare varies from bacon and egg rolls, curries, Japanese ramen, Cornish pasties and Eccles cakes, gourmet pies, quiches, satay, dumplings and if you’re looking for a gift including something sweet you cannot go past the deluxe nougat, fresh rocky road, Waterman’s handmade lavender soap, made-with-love skincare plus clever handcrafted bread boards and wooden spoons.

Shane who has set up four markets and will now use his expertise to open markets in northern regions of Queensland says: “The market has become a hub for farmers and provides an honest day’s pay for an honest day’s work. I can remember when there were only two types of tomatoes and now we have over 15.

“Success stories are numerous: Spanner Crabs Noosa, iLife Foods which has gained national recognition for best value-added native food product, Richard Mohan’s pimientos de Padron and French Sin with their amazing classic French food has lifted the bar on stall presentation and has influenced others.

“The markets are a reminder about getting get back to basics: “Food is really is our connection with nature which ultimately provides everything we eat so we need to work more with it and the seasons to ensure we have fresh healthy

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foods at a low cost to the environment and consumer all year around.”

Photos: Petra Frieser www.sunshinecoastregionalfood.com

Hotline to local growers and producers: Discover more of the hidden foodie treasures that are grown or produced on the Sunshine Coast by visiting Local Harvest – the Sunshine Coast’s Regional Food and Produce Directory.

Local Harvest's aim is to help you to source and locate these wonderful regional products while helping to create awareness and community support for the Sunshine Coast’s dedicated food and beverage industries. You will also find a list of cooking schools, recipes, blog stories, events calendar as well as a number of profiles on some talented foodie individuals. Discover and support these local food and beverage industries as there is no greater reward than eating produce that is fresh, natural and above all, locally produced! Enjoy!

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1> Waterfront - Mussels provencal/ chorizo, cherry tomatoes, garlic & white wine 2> SAILS - Classic Seafood Chowder & toasted corn bread 3> Bistro C -Caramelised pork belly, roasted sweet potato, butter tossed brussel sprouts and water chestnuts with ruby quince jus.

4> Blue Angel- Chocolate tasting plate White chocolate and lavender crème brûlée Valrhona guanaja 70% pavé milk chocolatehazelnut gelato cocoa nib tuile 5> Hyatt Coolum - Summer pudding with raspberry essence and Persian fairy floss 6> Embassy XO - Smoked Duck, pineapple, Chinese sausage, crisp Lotus, candied garlic & ginger juice 7> Wahoo- Pressed Terrine of soft French Goats cheese, grilled vegetables, poached Quail egg and fine herbs

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8> Noosa Sheraton Caramelised Pork with rice noodles in a 5 spice broth 9> Rock Salt- Belgium white chocolate mousse, fresh passionfruit and steeped amaretti biscotti.

10> River Cottage- Crumbed Byron Bay pork belly, celeriac puree, granny smith apple 11> Pitchfork - Chargrilled garfish, lemon risotto, shaved fennel, watercress salad 12> Burger Bar - Chickpea: Lentil, carrot, chickpea, spices, tumeric, garlic, cucumber and mint yoghurt raita and beetroot. (gluten free).

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recipes Whole Roasted Quail stuffed with Pear, Coriander, Ginger and Cashew Nuts Packham Triumph Pears...

These pears have the longest season of any pear variety and are available from now until January.

One of the only fruits to prosper in the unusually cold and wet conditions seen in growing regions this year, the pears will be large in size and bursting with flavour.

Packham’s Triumph pears were created in Australia by Charles Packham in 1896 when he crossed a Williams’ pear with a Bell pear.

This hybrid offers the best qualities of both. It is slow-ripening, and its trademark green flesh fades slightly in colour when ripe. For this reason, they are often confused with the Williams’ pear, which turns luxuriously golden as it ripens.

Pears are a healthy snack rich in fibre, which can help lower cholesterol. According to the Glycemic Index, pears are low GI (41*) to offer longer-lasting energy.

Whole Roasted Quail stuffed with Pear, Coriander, Ginger and Cashew Nuts Serves: 4 4 whole quail (we recommend Game Farm) 2 bunches bok choy or similar Asian style green, washed well and trimmed 2 tbsp sesame oil For the stuffing: 2 cups homemade white bread crumbs 1 Packham pear, grated at the last minute 1/2 bunch fresh coriander, roughly chopped 2 cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated 150g raw cashews, roughly chopped 3 long shallots, finely chopped, green part only 1 free range egg, lightly whisked 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper Pre heat the oven to 200 C For the stuffing: Place all the ingredients except the egg and olive oil into a large ceramic bowl and mix well. Add the egg and olive oil, season and stir until the mixture is well combined.

Place the stuffing mixture evenly into the cavity of each bird and close off using a toothpick.

Season the birds well with salt and pepper and place them into a large baking tray and into the pre- heated oven for 20-25 mins or until just cooked. Remove the baking tray from the oven and allow the birds to rest for 10 mins.

Meanwhile, place a wok over a medium high heat and add the sesame oil. Add the bok choy and stir fry for 2 to 3 mins or until just wilted.

To serve: Divide the stir fried greens onto 4 plates and place a bird on top of each one. Pour over any juices left in the bottom of the baking tray.

Serve immediately.

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Authentic Izakaya style Japanese food

Izakaya-style food In Japanese the word for excellent is ‘subarashii’ ...

So apt for Sushi Monster which is tucked away and until now was a secret. Well not to those who frequent Thomas Street and regularly enjoy authentic Izakaya-style food which means it’s oh-so casual street or even tapasstyle food, so suited to lunch on the run or at a picnic bench by the river.

Maybe you have time to stop for lunch or dinner. There are only a few tables so be early or very patient as owners Patrick Lloyd and his Japanese wife Yuko are onto a winner. It’s very popular and of course BYO. Why not start with sushi rolls. Choose from tempura prawn and avocado, tandoori chicken, Californian or eleven others all served with ginger, wasabi and wakame on the side. What about dumplings in a soup, wakame salad, miso soup or gyoza which are Japanese-style pan fried and steamed pork dumplings, the southern food critics are raving about. Ditto the incredibly popular karaage (deep fried chicken) and okonomiyaki kansai fu, a savoury pancake with shredded cabbage and dashi, topped with either bacon or prawns.

Rice bowl dishes include teriyaki chicken don, curry rice, gyu don which is beef and onion simmered in a mildly sweet sauce flavoured with dashi or Sushi Monster’s attempt at the “world beating d’onburi”, their salmon avo don.

BYO Open for lunch & dinner Sat from 10am Sun 10 - 3pm FREE lunchtime delivery anywhere in Noosaville or Noosa Heads

sushimonster 2/10 Thomas Street Noosaville Phone 5440 5768 Dine in - Takeaway www.sushimonster.com.au

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Gourmet Traveller Wine magazine’s 2010 Wine List of the Year Awards 1 Goblet Ph: 5473 0800 235 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville email: info@blueangelrestaurant.com.au www.blueangelrestaurant.com.au lunch & dinner tuesday - sunday

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In pursuit of the world’s finest coffee CLANDESTINO THE NEW ROASTERY AND CAFÉ AT BELMONDO’S HAS COFFEE AFICIONADO’S HEARTS ARACING AND TASTE BUDS IN A TWIRL.

“Forty years on, we’re flying in premium grade Arabica beans from around the globe,” comments Ryan. “But only those grown at high altitude and with specialty grades.

We like to know where it is grown, who grew it, how it was grown and we like to take our customers on very name tells a story and that journey with us whether it’s a Clandestino is no different. Brothers trip to north Sumatra, New Guinea, Ryan and Jaxon Taylor grew up northern NSW or the Atherton hearing stories about their airline captain Tableland.” father’s early flying as an 18 year-old pilot Every step in the process is carefully for MacAir in Papua New Guinea on considered and by roasting in small clandestine flights carrying gold, silver and batches on a drum roaster the coffee out of the jungles of remote combination of convection, conduction mountain villages. Perry’s passion, second and radiant heating produces a more to flying was to find the perfect cup of pronounced cup flavour. coffee.

“We don't just dark roast everything. All So, when it came to naming their origins are different and we believe the specialist coffee roastery and café, degree of roast should be adjusted to suit naturally it was Clandestine. And with a the bean, thereby getting the best flavour nod to dad, his adventures and flying out of each bean. machines, a small plane, a Sparrow Light “We prefer to deal with farmers direct Sport is suspended from the ceiling of rather than through fair trade Belmondo’s, the popular mecca for cooperatives. This way we know the foodies. grower receives the premium amount

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“Call in to our roastery where we will customise your coffee experience to your palate. If you enjoy brewing coffee at home, all of our beans can be purchased as single origins or blends, roast types and brewing methods including syphons, chemex, aeropress, cold drip or even a plunger. All are proven ways to enjoy a great coffee plus we can grind your beans to suit your brew method. Our bags have one way valves and are re-sealable.

“We look forward to sharing our knowledge and together appreciating some of the finest coffee on this planet.”

Belmondos Cooking Classes - each Saturday - phone 5474 4404 for details

Shop like a chef...

Belmondos will have you shopping like a chef! With a wide range of products from all 4 corners of the globe ranging from talented local producers to Italian cheese made to an ancient recipe from the 1300s. With fruit & veg, a gourmet butchery and a deli with over 200 mouth watering products we have everything you need for your next creative adventure.

59 Rene Street, Noosaville, Telephone 5474 4404 Open Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm Sat 9am - 4pm retail@belmondos.com www.belmondos.com

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Catherine Farrelly New owner Blue Angel Restaurant

Out of the blue...

AS A KID AND A TRIPLET, ENGLISH-BORN CATHERINE FARRELLY HAS FOND MEMORIES OF TRADITIONAL SUNDAY LUNCHES WITH ALL THE FAMILY.

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er earliest memory of cooking was aged five with her dad eating everything she put on a plate whether he liked it or not. At school in New Zealand she won winning competitions and eventually her passion for food evolved into a hospitality career working at some of the better-known restaurants in Christchurch. Bitten by the travel bug she gained further experience in England and Spain and as a flight attendant for the New Zealand airline Origin, discovered fine fare and top wines at every stop-over until she married and was whisked away to Australia.

In the first series of Masterchef, Catherine reached the final 25 in Queensland, an excellent effort considering 7,000 people had applied on-line. This was whittled down to 250 for an initial audition. ‘We had to be there at 6.30am with a dish prepared dish that could be eaten cold,” recalls Catherine adding people were dressed up in all sorts of costumes. “One lady came as a builder and instead of hammers and nails had kitchen utensils. I lost count of how many times everyone yelled ‘welcome to Masterchef’ to camera.

“I waited until 2pm for my name to be called and with eight others critiqued each others dishes, then had a one-on-one with the producers, who told me they’d call – you know the ‘don’t call us, we’ll call you’ scenario. But they did. .After jumping around the house with joy, it suddenly hit me - what was I going to cook.

“The next day we had 45 minutes to cook then 15 minutes to finish off the dish in front of the judges. There were only six places up for grabs so it was going to be tight. Unfortunately the answer was no however I felt more motivated than ever to pursue my passion for great food.”

Catherine worked as the cellar door manager for the Symphony Hill wines, rated 4.5 stars by James Halliday, the first in Queensland winery to win gold at the 2005 Sydney Royal wine show.

Now her ultimate dream of owning a restaurant has come to fruition. “The fantastic location of Blue Angel looking out across the river plus the beautiful sunsets complement the beautiful food perfectly,” comments Catherine, adding Robert Young, who did his apprenticeship at Brisbane’s Azafran under Marc Bocquee and worked in Sydney at Pyrmont’s Sugaroom, has stepped up to the

plate as head chef, a role he is relishing. “After two years working with former owner/chef Daniel Mosedale, Robert is adamant about continuing Daniel’s passion for high quality local organic produce such as Spanner Crabs Noosa and Steve Waugh’s fruit and vegetables, to provide diners with a gastronomic experience they will never forget.

“The menu will change from time to time to follow produce in season and without giving too much away, favourite dishes such as the barramundi, Petuna ocean trout and of course the hot ice oysters and chocolate tasting plate will stay. New additions will include Dakota Vale duck confit, spanner crab soufflé and much more.”

Pork Belly The award-winning wine list will, in the main remain as is, although Catherine says there’ll be alterations depending on vintages available.

“And of course I’ll be looking at introducing some Queensland wines as the quality from the Granite Belt region has increased dramatically with many such as Symphony Hill winning awards.”

Needless to say Blue Angel’s reputation for excellent service will still be a talking point and stay tuned on Facebook and Twitter for the latest on forthcoming events including a New Orleans jazz evening in August.

Blue Angel Restaurant 235 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Ph: 5473 0800 www.blueangelrestaurant.com.au lunch & dinner tuesday - sunday

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From a romantic dinner for two, fun family get-togethers with a play area for the kids to a mini-mart or catching the ferry, Quamby Place has myriad options.

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he latest eatery receiving glowing reports from foodies is Tempo. Coowned by familiar faces from Aromas Sam Ingham-Myers and Jules Santisi with Aromas’ owner Brent Ogilvie and Jay Fisher the former sous chef of Aromas heading up the kitchen, the word is out. Everything is fantastic especially the pizzas. Eating al fresco, enjoying an on-tap Peroni and bubbles, you can watch the boats bobbing on the river and the kids playing in the park.

Perched on the wharf are two quintessential Noosa restaurants with uninterrupted views over the river and amazing orange-hued sunsets. At Ricky's River Bar + Restaurant there's a knowledgeable and friendly front of house team and the popular and talented Glenn Bowman, formerly of Sunshine Beach’s Alegria, heads the kitchen brigade. Next door, Wasabi has Hajime Horiguchi plating up contemporary Japanese, which national food critics continually rave about. The restaurant is arguably one of only a few landbased restaurants in town where you cannot see other buildings, people walking, or cars driving past. The equally popular and casual Rock Salt, with tables spilling out onto the terrace on the park side, is where owner/chef Stuart Webster creates clever dishes and diners throng not only for the wonderful food but it’s BYO policy. Inside, Stuart and his wife Cassie have created an intimate air-conditioned space in white and charcoal with bold black and white stripes on the feature walls plus soft lighting. Don’t forget to book especially if you want the cosy banquette.

De Beers award-winning master jeweller Gordon Herford and his contemporary abstract-artist wife Belinda, add a calming and aesthetic ambience to the precinct which was given a contemporary chic make-over by architect Gavin Maddock.

Those with an eye and an inquiring mind for real estate will have a field day peering into the windows of Tom Offermann Real Estate which also looks after holiday accommodation. "Two hundred holiday apartments fringe the waterfront peninsular formed by Quamby Place, so that means that we are always surrounded by happy and relaxed holiday makers eating at our restaurants and cafes. This creates a wonderful environment in which to work and needless to say a lot of walk-in business,” says the perennially happy Tom. It’s only a short ferry ride to the Sheraton or to the Noosa Marina at Tewantin, via request stops along the way at Noosaville and Quamby Place is 900 metres to Hastings Street or a ten minute walk to Gympie Terrace in Noosaville.

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THREE WEEKS WORKING IN THE BACKWATERS OF PROVINCIAL CHINA PLUS EATING IN RESTAURANTS AT THE OTHER END OF THE SPECTRUM IN HONG KONG HAVE GIVEN EMBASSY XO HEAD CHEF BRENDAN BARKER A RAFT OF INSPIRING IDEAS FROM LOCAL SPECIALTY DISHES SUCH AS SOUR OR BEER FISH TO DUCK COOKED IN ITS OWN BLOOD.

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enowned for his featherweight touch with noodles and dumplings both savoury and sweet, precision with balancing sauces, broths and jus, plus flavour-packed, wellexecuted dishes throughout, diners can expect favourite entrees such as pork dumplings, black vinegar, green chilli; Moreton Bay bug dumplings, lime, XO sauce; spanner crab and prawn spring rolls, lettuce leaves, miso mayo; and grilled pork belly, toasted coconut salad and chilli jam to remain. Similarly main courses such as pan fried snapper,

Embassy ExtraOrdinary Chinese water spinach, Balinese sauce; red roast Bendele Farm chicken, spicy corn cakes, lime caramel; plus braised beef cheeks in rock sugar and soy, black bean and toasted chilli sauce.

Choose a banquet menu to fully savour the flavours, the wine list is well-thought out showing awareness for the many delicate Asian ingredients; and at the bar even cocktails such as Fire Fly, Geisha Girl, and Feng Shui have an Asian influence. For an extra buzz, try a Pear and Cinnamon Martini.

Brendan, who has powered the stoves at the Melbourne must-visits Ezards and Stokehouse says Yum Cha on Sundays has proved so popular he’s introduced it on Saturdays from noon to 2.30pm. “And if you’re wondering about the name, the XO symbol was derived from using a combination of the renowned XO Sauce – the ‘caviar of Asian sauces’ and also the XO used in quality Cognacs, where the XO represents ‘Extra-Ordinary’.

In our kitchens we make our very own brand of XO sauce, using dried scallops and spices.”

Embassy XO restaurant and cocktail bar is upstairs on the corner of Duke and Bryan Street at Sunshine Beach.

Head Chef Brendan Barker

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Eumundi Market Chef St Andrew’s Anglican College chefs Jack, Zoe & Kelly

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enowned for its variety of fresh food and picked-today produce, the Original Eumundi Markets has launched Market Chef which market manager Peter Homan says is all about students from high schools across the Sunshine Coast battling it out in an outdoor kitchen every Wednesday: “Our young market chefs will compete with new recipes each week, all of which will feature ingredients from local growers and suppliers to highlight the quality and diversity of produce available at the markets.

The Market Chef battles are hosted by chef Peter Wolfe, renowned for his kitchen wizardry and for his exciting recipes incorporating bush foods and organic ingredients. He regards it as a privilege to be sharing his knowledge of food selection, preparation and presentation with the students as well as market visitors.

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“It’s hard to imagine a more vibrant location for a cooking class – the colours, music and the market buzz combine to provide a unique backdrop for the students to cook,” Peter says.

Schools competing for the title of Market Chef 2011 are Immanuel Lutheran College; Peregian Beach College; St Theresa’s Catholic College; Burnside State High School; Maroochydore State High School; Sunshine Beach High School and St Andrews Anglican College.

Most recently St Andrew’s were in a heat (and won) against St Theresa's Catholic College. Conducting the cooking competition was chef Max Porter who used to have Native Sun, a Noosaville restaurant famous for duck. Included on the kid’s menu was golden potato pancake with panache.

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hanks to Masterchef, it’s not just the ‘big kids’ who are heading to the kitchen but an interest has also been sparked by children who love to spend school holiday time at a local restaurant such as River Cottage. Chef/owner Marc Wohner and his sous chefs have a well-deserved reputation for patiently guiding small classes of kids as young as six though the motions of making bread, muffins, fried rice, rocky road and marshmallows and cooking chicken satay, schnitzel, spatchcock and toad in the hole including the perfect Yorkshire pudding. There’s lots of chopping, stirring, tasting inbetween, a two-course lunch afterwards and the take-home pack includes recipes, notes, T-shirt and a sample of the fruits of their labours.

“Parents are welcome to stay and watch through the hatch or sit and have a coffee in the restaurant followed by lunch with the kids,” says Marc. “Have coffee or for $35 enjoy lunch with a glass of wine.”

Cost for kids is $55 and the next classes will be 29 June, 6 and 13 July. Visit rivercottagerestaurant.com.au for more details.

• Picnic hampers & platters made to order • 100% Australian organic coffee • Hand made chocolates & sweets • Extensive boutique condiments Call in and browse, have a coffee or sweet treat and try one of our superb tasting platters....

Too much chocolate? Never PANNYS, THE FAMOUS PHILLIP ISLAND CHOCOLATE FACTORY WHICH DRAWS 300,000 VISITORS A YEAR HAS ARRIVED ON THE MAINLAND AT THE GINGER FACTORY.

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f you know Panny, aka Kondanapanny If, you immediately conjure up thoughts of his premium chocolate, hand-made into truffles, bars, clusters, gift boxes, animals and never forgetting Pannys famous choc-dipped frozen bananas. In fact Pannys makes over 190 varieties of chocolates, with 70 types hand-made at the Ginger Factory.

You’ll be able to see how Pannys chocolates are made and experience what chocoholics and connoisseurs have known for years - Pannys creates deliciously delectable chocolates.

Pannys scour the world for the finest ingredients to ensure their chocolate is the best.

Starting with rich couverture from Belgium, Pannys adds even more cocoa to create a creamier, richer flavoured chocolate. Factor in carefully selected flavourings, nuts, fruits, a secret tempering process and Pannys chocolates are simply sensational and palm oil free.

Admission is free and Pannys is open 7 days a week at The Ginger Factory.

In Pannys own words: "A little too much chocolate is just about right."

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Regal King Salmon with pea puree, caviar, grated horseradish and baby herbs

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For whole salmon, season the fish and brush with oil or lemon juice. Place slices of lemon and parsley in cavity and wrap in foil.

THE HIGHLY PRIZED KING SALMON IS A RARE LUXURY MAKING UP LESS THAN ONE PER CENT OF THE WORLD’S SALMON POPULATION, HAS THE HIGHEST NATURAL OIL CONTENT OF ALL SALMON VARIETIES AND IS AVAILABLE LOCALLY.

with oil or lemon juice. Place slices of lemon and parsley in cavity and wrap in foil. Measure the whole fish at its thickest part and cook, following the instructions for either over baking or BBQing, for 10 minutes per 2cm.

Little wonder Regal King Salmon is preferred by many of the top restaurants in Australia and stocked by IGA stores and Belmondo’s.

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Regal King Salmon with pea puree, caviar, grated horseradish and baby herbs.

aised in the deep, cool, remote and purest coastal waters in the world at New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds in the South Island, Regal King Salmon is a naturally rich source of long chain omega-3s which gives a luscious, elegant texture and rich buttery flavour plus has important heart health benefits. It can be beneficial for the joints which great news for adults as well as a healthy mind for all life’s stages, including young children’s development of the brain and eyes. It’s an excellent source of highquality protein containing most of the essential amino acids; is a natural source of vitamins A, B12 and D, as well as niacin and thiamin; and is low in sodium, which is linked to a reduced risk of hypertension.

Although the salmon will keep in a fridge (at less than 4°C) for three to four days perfectly well, it is best eaten as fresh as possible.

If frozen in a sealed freezer bag, salmon will last up to six months in the freezer. You should always defrost seafood in the fridge. Salmon is ready to eat when the flesh turns opaque. It is quite safe to serve salmon rare and it can also be eaten raw.

Salmon cooks very quickly and should flake easily when tested with a fork.

For oven baking place the salmon in a baking dish that has been greased or lined with foil. Brush the fish with oil, lemon juice or a mixture of both.

Bake at 180°C, allowing eight to 10 minutes for 2cm thick fillets. A good rule of thumb is to measure the whole fish at its thickest part and cook it for 10 minutes per 2cm thickness (approximately 45 minutes for an average 2kg fish).

When poaching avoid using thin fillets. Simmer in liquid flavoured with slices of lemon and parsley for four to six minutes ensuring there is enough liquid to cover the salmon. Poach whole salmon for six to eight minutes per 200g. Poached, the flavour improves if it is served the next day at room temperature.

For the BBQ, cooking time will depend on the temperature. If it can be controlled, a mediumhigh heat should be used. Brush the salmon with oil and the season.

For whole salmon, season the fish and brush

Created by Massimo Mele from Hugo’s Manly 250g Regal King Salmon top loin skin and blood line removed 100g fresh or frozen peas fresh horseradish 50 ml vegetable stock 25ml extra virgin olive oil I lemon zested Mixed baby herbs (baby watercress, mustard cress and purple basil) Japanese skewer 25g caviar 50g sea salt 50 sugars Black volcanic salt to garnish Pea puree If using fresh peas blanch in boiling salted water for 4 minutes or 1 minute if using frozen. Plunge immediately in iced water to cool down quite quickly to stop the cooking process. Place peas in a food blender with vegetable stock and olive oil and blend till quite smooth. Pass puree through a fine mesh sieve then season with salt and add lemon zest. Refrigerate till needed.

Salmon Mix sea salt and sugar together and rub all over salmon and set aside for ten minutes. Once time is up rinse fish and pat dry. Slice fish across ways and place skewer thought he middle of the fish so it resembles a salmon paddle pop.

Place salmon paddle pops on serving platter, place pea puree in a piping bag and pipe onto salmon. Continue with a few pearls of caviar on pea puree top with mixed baby herbs and grate fresh horseradish sprinkle with black salt and serve.

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A modern Australian cuisine with a seasonally changed menu, stylish decor with a rustic feel.

Chef Brendan Weatherill

Belmondos’ class act...

INTERESTED IN THE KIDS SERVING BREAKFAST, KNOWING HOW TO PREPARE FOOD FOR SPECIAL DIETS OR LEARNING AUTHENTICO ITALIANO? BELMONDOS FRESH FOOD MARKETS HAVE CLASSES WHICH ARE ALWAYS VERY POPULAR.

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Kid’s Breakfast Eggstravaganza is a hands-on fun and informative class for young chefs on Saturday 25 June. Belmondos’ head chef Patrick Williams will demonstrate the kitchen basics and all the essentials from terminology, measuring and safety to creating, stirring, whisking and beating eggs into creative dishes such as en cocotte, poached, fried, baked, quiche plus all the accompaniments and much more. Cost: $65 per child includes lunch and refreshments.

Chef Brendan Weatherill’s topic on Saturday 9 July is Being Tolerant with Food Intolerances. Dishes with flavour range from wheat and lactose free diets plus secrets with sauces. Cost: $70.

On 6 August Brendan’s class is The Italian Kitchen. He’ll demonstrate a variety of authentic dishes plus a few classics with a modern twist. Dishes include osso bucco ravioli, pasta, fagioli soup and bruschetta. Cost: $70 per person.

Class sizes are a minimum of 10 to a maximum of 16. Some classes are hands on, recipes are provided and after Brendan’s classes the dishes are shared and enjoyed with a glass of wine.

Book on 5474 4404.

Peregian Square Centre 5/4 Kingfisher Drive Peregian Beach Reservations: 07 5471 3697 Open lunch & dinner 6 days Tuesday - Sunday BYO bottle shop next door www.pitchforkrestaurant.com.au

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Champagne Duperrey Premier Cru Brut NV

Made exclusively by award-winning and world-renowned house, La Maison G.H. Martel & Cie, established in 1869, in Epernay, this exclusive Champagne is named after the famous French explorer, Louis Isadore Duperrey (1786–1865), who circumnavigated the globe in his ship, Coquille. In his travels, Duperrey mapped much of southern Australia and Tasmania.

Just as Duperrey sailed over the waters from France to us long ago, so does this fine Champagne, named in tribute to him.

This charismatic and finely-tuned Champagne is an assemblage of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir. The grapes are picked exclusively from The colour is a pale yellow with a touch of honey, exhibiting a fine and persistent bead, with a creamy mousse. The aromas

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evolving are both subtle and complex, showing hints of white flowers, dried apricot, vanilla, hazelnuts and warm bread.

The palate is fresh and full flavoured with a crisp dry finish. It shows fine balance between the elegance of the Chardonnay and the generosity of the Pinot Noir. The palate lingers, with floral, dried fruit and brioche notes. A complex and persistent Champagne, it is full of charm and character. $49.99

Starvedog Lane Sparkles Again...

The Starvedog Lane 2004 Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir Pinot Meunier has continued its stellar run of success with another major trophy - the Thorp Annual Trophy for Best Sparkling at the 2011 Macquarie Group Sydney Royal Wine Show - one of Australia’s most fiercely contested wine competitions. The 2004 vintage has now won five trophies at major wine shows.

This elegant wine appears crystal clear with a fine and persistent bead, and presents a medium to deep straw with a light gold hue in colour. The nose has lifted lemon blossom and white stone fruits complexed with sourdough yeast and hazelnut characters.

The palate consists predominantly of

Chardonnay flavours; citrus, mushroom and toast, and the finish is seamless and complex with bright and clean natural acidity. This is definitely not just a one bottle wine - you'll need several!! We loved it. $29.00.

Wirra Wirra Empire Series Muscat NV For something sweet and succulent as you rug up against the winter cold, try the Wirra Wirra Empire Series Muscat NV. Share and savour the delicious toffee and butterscotch flavours, with a dash of dried fruit. Luscious crème brulee and toffee characters linger in the mouth, balanced by bright acidity and fortifying spirit. RRP: $30.00 Only available through Wirra Wirra cellar door - and definitely worth the trip. or online www.wirrawirra.com

Tapanappa ‘Fleurieu Peninsula’ Pinot Noir 2010 This fabulous wine is the product of a warm vintage in a very cool site. The fruit is ripe and plummy but with the nuances of exotic spice and floral notes, creating the classic “peacocks tail” finish. With a definite but silky tannin structure, this wine is ideal for cold weather and is best served with a

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cheese plate and a block of decadent dark chocolate. RRP: $39.00 Availability of Tapanappa wines should be directed to Lucy Croser.

length of flavour is excellent, with sweet red berry fruits, spice and milk chocolate lingering on the palate well after tasting.

A slightly different style of Filsell which reflects the conditions of the vintage, this beautiful wine can be enjoyed now or can be cellared for 10-12 years. Partner it with aromatic dishes such as lamb Kofta or braised beef cheeks.

aromatic batch of roasted barley, Cascade Stout is a decadently smooth and creamy treat blessed with rich chocolaty flavours and a pleasantly bitter mocha aftertaste.

Perfectly suited for cold winter nights, enjoy the rich flavours of the Stout with some quality dark chocolate, or try it as a base for your next tiramisu, a luscious dessert that’s just for the grown-ups.

Grant Burge's Wines of Distinction...

The 2009 The Park Tapestry of Corryton A wine of amazing depth and Terroirs complexity. The Cabernet THE 2008 THE HOLY TRINITY A delectable wine that is a rich, deep magenta in colour and offering vibrant fruit aromas of cherries, blackcurrant and raspberries. There are underlying notes of sweet spices, liquorice and delicate florals. The palate is silky smooth with fine tannins and acidity complementing the flavour of sweet dark fruit and spice. The wine has abundant length and concentration of flavour. The Holy Trinity reflects pure refinement and an intensity, texture and structure that will continue to develop more complexity with cellaring. Perfect for venison or roast duck.

Matilda Bay Dogbolter

Sauvignon is blended with a little Merlot and Petit Verdot which grows alongside the Cabernet Sauvignon high in the Eden Valley. The wine shows classic Cabernet aromas featuring cedar and earthy tobacco, blackcurrants and a touch of rose petal from the other varietals. The fruit characters give way to the secondary aromas of dark liquorice and spearmint.

The palate is equally complex with a classic cool climate Cabernet structure, layered with fine tannins and a velvet like mouthfeel, complemented by intense rich berry and choc-mint flavours. A wine with an excellent length, weight and intensity.

The 2009 Corryton Park Cabernet Sauvignon is drinking well on release and will reward from careful cellaring for 10 years or more. RRP for each wine is $39.95 .

A great winter beer option for a cold night. Dogbolter is a traditional dark lager, characterised by an intense roasted caramel flavour derived from the use of dark crystal and aromatic chocolate malts and chocolate wheat. The result is a luscious rich toffee palate with mouthfilling maltiness and refreshing sharpness on the mid plate, balanced by bold hop bitterness.

Share a cheese plate of rich vintage cheddar, a smooth triple cream Brie and some creamy goats cheese with delicious quince paste. Big and rich, Dogbolter has caramel characters that lend itself greatly to desserts like poached pears and Belgian chocolate praline.

Wirra Wirra ‘Church Cascade Stout Block’ Cabernet You’ll be hard pressed to find a more Sauvignon Shiraz authentic stout in Australia than Cascade Merlot 2009 Stout. Brewed from Pale Malt and a large A perfect addition to any dinner occasion. A traditional red blend with aromas of fresh berry fruits with cedary oak and star anise. This wine is perfectly matched with a winter roast of Australian lamb with rosemary and garlic. $22.00

What’s a standard drink?

The 2009 Filsell Shiraz A refined and elegant wine displaying more ethereal characters than previous vintages. An incredible depth of colour gives some indication as to the vibrant aromas which arise from the glass. The lifted notes of ripe raspberries, sweet spices (nutmeg and cinnamon) and chocmint are layered subtly with aniseed and freshly baked bread. The palate is fine, with finely integrated tannins and rounded acidity. The concentration and

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design ideas instore Big Wall Stickers that can be used time after time!

There aren't a lot of options for parents when it comes to removable wall stickers for their child's bedroom. Stickers that won’t mark the walls when you take them off are a definite plus. The new Fun Wall Stickers are perfect as they can be used time and time again.

This means that if you want to change the children's rooms around, or you are moving house - or if, for any other reason, you want to reuse the stickers somewhere else (such as passing them on when your child grows out of them), you can. They will remain as good as new.

There are a number of different themes to choose from in the range.

They include the alphabet, cars and trucks (boys will LOVE this one), outer space, safari animals, fairytale, farm and safari.

Fun Wall Stickers won’t break the bank either. At only $119 Regular pack; $229 Large pack and $369 Mega pack it definitely beats painting a mural. For more information and to buy online visit. www.funwallstickers.com.au.

WIN a wall sticker set Fun Wall Stickers have kindly given us two sets of Regular size stickers to give away. If you would like to win one, please email your name, address & daytime contact number to us at info@styleliving.com.au.

Write WIN Fun Wall Stickers in the subject box & don't forget to specify whether you would like a boy's or girl's set.

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IMPECCABLY CONSTRUCTED FOR THE DISCERNING, HAMILTON HOUSE IS PERFECTLY IN SYNC WITH ITS COASTAL LOCATION. THE MÉLANGE OF SPACIOUSNESS WITH CONTEMPORARY OVERTONES JUXTAPOSITIONED AGAINST SOPHISTICATED VIBRANT COLOURS, STRONG LINES, A SENSE OF GRANDEUR, ACCENTED BY SOFT TIMBERS AND TEXTURED WALLPAPERS, MAKE IT SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE.

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n a material world, it’s high on drama yet cool, groovy and low on maintenance with polished concrete floors, a sweeping marble staircase, brass balustrades, an all-stone kitchen plus illuminated thinking sets a new benchmark for lighting in Australia.

“The lighting is amazing throughout with rooms exuding individual character,” remarks Coen Oort from Zinc Properties

in Sunshine Beach. “For example the media room is reminiscent of a French salon, the library is shades of art deco style and it’s all about a timeless unpretentious simplicity in the kitchen and dining rooms.

“Moveable walls of glass make a seamless transition to the outdoors, a sun-drenched and grassed pool deck overlooks the Japanese garden to the ranges beyond and it’s difficult to believe that this amazing house is just six minutes to the white sands of Coolum Beach.

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high on drama yet cool, groovy and low on maintenance.

“It’s the first house in Australia with HPM electronic light

tranquil Japanese garden has a water feature and meditation area;

gallery and kitchen; a commercial grade air curtain isolates living

the 129,000 litre water supply has a hospital grade triple filter; there’s

zones with six other units for the bedrooms/media/office and

a 1 million litre dam and pump system for irrigation; an 11,000 litre

rumpus; dressing rooms abut master and guest suites; an all-stone

tank services the gardens around the house; plus an in-ground pool

kitchen has a double dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer has

is perfect for summer days.”

instant filtered boiling and chilled water; a exhaust/induction cook

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open fireplace has joinery-crafted wood stack and bar unit; the

switching; the 44.8kw ducted air conditioning is in the living, dining,

The five bedroom, five bathroom coastal/country retreat really

top is commercial grade; the marble staircase has polished brass

works its alchemy and is a serendipitous find for a new owner who

balustrades; the stacker and bi fold doors are commercial grade; the

appreciates cutting edge design.

49 Toolborough Road, Coolum Beach, Qld 4573 Reduced to $3.95m Zinc Properties Noosa Sunshine Beach Shop 2, 28-34 Duke Street Sunshine Beach, Qld 4567 Coen Oort 0412 061 906 coen@zincnoosa.com.au www.zincnoosa.com.au NoosaStyleLiving

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Herbs at your finger tips PHILIP BAILEY IS A 4TH GENERATION HORTICULTURALIST WITH 30 YEARS EXPERTISE.

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e knows everything you need to know about shrubs and trees, flowers, ferns and pot plants. So, if your green fingers have lost their lustre, visit him at the Noosa Gardener Nursery near Coles at Noosa Junction.

Growing herbs even with this chilly weather around is another specialty.

Philip suggests having them at your finger tips in the kitchen is not just essential for the cook but they also make a beautiful and fragrant decoration.

“How fulfilling it is to pick a fresh sprig from plants you have grown yourself,” Philip says. “Herbs are easy to grow, cheap to buy and can fit anywhere. Don't wait till you have a perfectly laid out master plot - just get some planted. Put them on a windowsill, in pots on a balcony, in between plants in the garden and in the veggie patch, but make sure they are close enough to the kitchen to pick them fresh each time you are cooking.

“When we moved house I made the mistake of planting everything in the veggie patch down the back, now we have chives, parsley, basil, oregano and rosemary just near the front door. With very little effort I can now transform a toasted ham and cheese sandwich into a gourmet delight.

“Herbs look good in the garden too. You can use oregano, thyme, especially lemon and pizza thyme, and rosemary Huntington carpet as very attractive ground covers. Curry plants and Rosemary Tuscan blue make excellent low hedges. Chives and parsley look great as a border.”

Philip says you cannot go past growing herbs in containers and he has them potted up ready to take pride of place if that’s your preference.

Alternatively buy herbs from him and do it yourself. “They can really look Qualified horticulturalists with local knowledge to help you brilliant. Pot up a few old terracotta pots or anything else that doesn't move, fill them with herbs and voila a work of art, full of fragrance, texture and with all your garden needs. We use and recommend organic form.” and environmentally friendly products and methods.

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Be seated Charles Eames (1907– 1978) and his wife Bernice ‘Ray’ Eames (1912–1988) were American designers who worked in and made major contributions to modern architecture and furniture. They also worked in the fields of industrial and graphic design, fine art and film.

In the 1950s they pioneered innovative technologies, such as fibreglass, plastic resin chairs and wire mesh chairs designed for Herman Miller.

The Eiffel wire chair is a reproduction of a Charles Eames original and is available on-line through Milan Direct. Its RRP is $159.

Home movies and slide shows get a makeover with pocket-sized GE projector...

Gone are the days of clunky carousel projectors, upside down images and slide jams. The new pocket-sized GE PJ1 digital camera features a powerful built-in pico projector that beams images, videos and computer stored content onto almost any surface. Just perfect for family show-and-tells or holiday slideshows with friends.

The slim and compact PJ1 camera utilises a unique projector with superior contrast (ratio of 300:1) and wide aspect ratio (16:9) to bring memories to life. It allows users to connect to a laptop and project photographs or video content onto a 70 inch area, such as the lounge room wall. A fully-charged GE PJ1 battery will provide 70 minutes of projection time for a feature length screening of images from a recent trip, wedding or other special event.

Aside from being a convenient portable projector, the PJ1 is also a very capable shooter with a 7x optical zoom and a 14.1 megapixel sensor. It records HD movies at 720p and includes a wide 3” high resolution LCD. The slick black GE PJ1 includes automatic face recognition and exposure adjustment, electronic image stabilisation and smile and blink detection among the intelligent features on offer. There are more than 25 shooting modes to ensure camera settings are optimised for multiple situations.

RRP $449 Distributed in Australia by Tasco. For further info visit www.gecameras.com.au.

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Carson launches its NEW 3D Optical Range Binoculars

Timely classic George Nelson (1908–1986) was dedicated to promoting the Modern Movement and his designs were extremely forward looking and influential. A fine example is his 1950’s classic the Sunburst clock which won a design award, has been replicated today in its bright vibrant colours and is available through www.milandirect.com.au It is $89 plus delivery.

Gussy up pooch’s bed Next time you’re upgrading your bed linen or wardrobe why not think of man’s best friend and upcycle some of the more suitable items into a dog bed?

Molly Mutt dog bed duvets, which are an exciting new approach to keeping textiles out of our landfills, come with a ‘stuff sack’ to organise the contents of the bed inside the duvet.

Blankets, t-shirts and socks are ideal. Then combine the filled stuff sack with a dog duvet which is available in three sizes from small to huge and four funky fabric designs in 100 per cent durable cotton.

Available from selected pet boutiques and from www.doog.com.au

Incorporating the very latest in optical technology to create the ultimate 3D Series Optical Binoculars, ergonomically designed and laboratory tested, the Carson 3D Optical achieves a view with depth and dimension so sharp it will feel like you are there.

The technology combines phase-coated prisms with high definition optical coating to produce bright, sharp images. Made for rugged outdoor use, but can be used in any situation where a clear 3D view is ideal. The binoculars feature a rubberised armour coating making it shock proof. The body is nitrogen purged and the O-ring seal ensures the binoculars are waterproof and fog proof.

RRP: $565.50 For stockists: contact Zen Imports on 1800 064 200

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Urban elegance - subt Lush threads and solid hues with muted patterns form the foundation of a deliciously subtle fabric collection.

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rom the 60s and 70s when vinyl and velvet was the rage, family-owned Warwick Fabrics has remained at the cutting edge of fabric trends. Today it is also at the forefront of international design and distribution exporting interior upholstery and window covering textiles to over 50 countries. It continues to meet challenges by developing different weaves, textured fabrics and prints in partnership with local mills that, in turn, provide enormous benefits for domestic industry.

“By taking inspiration from nature and sourcing new ideas from countries as far flung as India and Scandinavia, we are able to present a truly contemporary fabric range that offers a multitude of options,” explains managing director Cameron Warwick. “You’ll find everything from smart checks, muted plains and luxurious metallics to bold stripes, stunning florals and retro-style prints. Whether you prefer soft and muted shades, stripes or bold prints with an exotic edge, we’ve got it covered.

The Nordic collection is a refreshing return to Scandinavian aesthetic. Inspired print and weave design brings an air of natural brilliance, a mood of sophisticated simplicity. Spectacular printed blooms bring interiors to life in bright crisp palettes. Designed to tie back with versatile plains and sumptuous velvets, the collection’s refreshing new colour-ways of splice, umber, pepper and seafoam, combine striking contemporary designs to set a tone of natural perfection.

Valentino captures the heart and embraces the home with magnificent designs, radiant tones and a soft, sensuous touch. Inspired by the beauty and grace of classical design, it creates a passion for perfect modern living with bold interpretations of traditional patterns that coordinate with luxurious stripes in four breathtaking colour-ways of confess, scope, strata and envelope. They’re vibrant, warm and ideal for creating a chic contemporary mood especially in formal spaces and bedrooms.

The main designs of Valentino, Sassi and Castello with their silk-like feel are striking larger-than-life patterns reflecting today’s love affair with reinterpreting classics, while the small and large-scale stripes of Strava and Lulea and enduring plain of Ella are velvety chenilles that provide a foundation or a finish to a beautiful interior.

Opportunity knocks

Is the recent brouhaha that upmarket Noosa is being swamped by budget tourists and Hastings Street has gone from boutique to bogan, causing a ripple-on effect or have locals forgotten about the GFC?

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ourism Noosa CEO Steve Cooper said the market had shifted, with Noosa now attracting a younger demographic of budget families. Last year there were 920,000 domestic visitors and 149,000 international but they had shorter stays and spent less.

"It's the lingering effects of the global financial crisis and with the rise of the dollar, it poses a lot of problems for Noosa and Australia in how we combat that," comments Steve.

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In real estate terms Tom Offermann, the principal of Tom Offermann Real Estate offers the explanation that “our market peaked late in 2002, well before most other places. The GFC put pressure on a Noosa market that was already under pressure after years of incredible capital growth.

Nine years on, Noosa now offers incredible real estate value and is primed to recover strongly as conditions improve. Many properties are now within the reach of buyers who previously could not afford them.

“The momentum from our successful Easter Gala Auction campaign continued over the past months generating a cautious return of confidence, particularly at the upper end of the market which had been fairly stagnant.

“Waterfront homes have been especially sought after with 13 sales ranging from $1.1 million in Noosa Waters to $4.8 million on Noosa Sound. We also sold a house at Sunrise Beach, a former Australian House of the Year, for $5 million.

“There are bargains around and buyers are jumping on them. For example the Beach Road holiday homes on Noosa’s North Shore are being sold by receivers for around a third of their original value and already six have sold with 12 available.

“The beauty and lure of Noosa has not changed. Those with foresight and confidence in this unique Noosa market are currently positioning themselves for a profitable future.”

“see what SOLD feels like” Former World Champion Lightweight Rower • Competitive • Passionate • Driven

The obvious choice Carly Cottam 0409 186 845 carly@rwnoosa.com.au

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Meet Brad and Angelina The hottest couple of the year? Yes. The Brad Fire Pit and the Angelina Fire Pit from Robert Plumb are two sexy fire pits guaranteed to turn the heat up outdoors. Constructed from 12mm mild steel, Brad and Angelina will be the centre of attention thanks to their modern and stylish appearance. Available in two sizes, they will burn brightly all winter long and in summer become attractive yet rustic planters.

For a touch of style in your outdoor area, invite Brad Fire Pit and the Angelina Fire Pit from Robert Plumb to your home.

The Brad Fire Pit and the Angelina Fire Pit are each $1100 RRP for the medium fire pit with an 850mm dish or $1490 RRP for the large 1100mm dish. For stockists check: www.robertplumb.com.au

Yankee Candles Chinese antique furniture. Stone lanterns & bowls for exteriors & interiors.

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Transport yourself to the aromatic fields of Provence with the traditional fragrance of French Lavender. Hints of vanilla pods and musk are combined with the sensual opulence of lavender to gently calm, relax and induce a restful sleep.

Yankee Candle速, the much-loved global home fragrance and accessories leader is now available in Australia and is set to leave Australian homes smelling delicious! Featuring a huge range of true to life, long-lasting fragrances which use high volumes of natural ingredients such as fruits, flowers and spices, Yankee Candle速 has a scent to compliment any space, theme or mood.

Prices start from $19.99 for a Housewarmer速 small jar or $37.99 for a Reed Diffuser. Visit www.yankee.net.au or call 1800 YANKEE

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Rather than ignore the tragic history at Sydney’s Quarantine Station, it’s been embraced with luxury accommodation, numerous bells and whistles and a good dose of paranormal activity.

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ith its dress-circle location at North Head, secluded in a sandy cove beside native bushland and towering cliffs and sweeping views of Sydney Harbour and city centre, the truly unique Q Station on 36 hectares, is the site of Australia’s first and longest-running quarantine station, a place of internment for more than 13,000 people over 150 years of operation.

The museum explains the strange limbo of months of quarantine for ships that entered the heads with even a whiff of bubonic plague, Spanish influenza, cholera, typhus fever or smallpox on board. Suspect ships stayed several days or many weeks until the threat had passed or were amongst the unlucky passengers were 500 who died and were buried on site.

All Q Station’s rooms have been sensitively adapted in the contemporary style of a modern hotel, from the original first and second-class accommodation wings, which were deliberately positioned to catch the best of the site’s sea breezes and afternoon sun to counteract the miasma or “bad air”, thought to be the source of illness.

Breakfast is served in the original second-class dining room, the Engineroom bar overlooks Quarantine Beach, the wharf-side luggage store is a fascinating museum and visitor centre, outside are dozens of stone inscriptions that record ships’ arrivals on

wharf-side rock faces and nearby and the station's original boiler house is an impressive restaurant which instead of finishing with a night cap why not join the ghost tour. It’s fun for believers and sceptics alike.

Guided by a medium and armed with lanterns and an EMF reader which spiked on numerous occasions, the group gasped as it lurked through shadowed halls and haunted buildings and wondered who really did see the presence of Abby, the 9 year old ghost, the mortician or the matron as we lay on beds in the hospital, The shower block however was easily the spookiest place on the 2 ½ tour. It was immortalised by Sydney poet Nathan Curnow in The Ghost Poetry Project. He wrote about it after spending a night there and groping his way through the darkness where new arrivals were doused: "Fumigated like our mail/crammed into vapour baths/the chamber is shut, we open/our mouths, grateful to be alive/blessed by the violent spit and/hiss lining the forks of our lungs/we disinfect ourselves.”

According to our guide, a fortune in gold sovereigns was discovered under the shower block. Historians have narrowed ownership to two people, the most likely a man who died of smallpox before he could inform his family of his illness or the location of their inheritance.

Today it’s our good fortune to sleep amongst the spirits and appreciate the journey so many took before Q Station became a powerful attraction and historical getaway. Such a far cry from the austere quarters which greeted the original quarantine interns in the 1800s. www/qstation.com.au Writer: Helen Flanagan

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Ben Southall says “isle see you later” and departs for the Best Expedition in the World...

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or sailing between Queensland’s islands,” he said.

The Best Expedition in the World will stop at Lady Elliot Island, Musgrave Island, Mackay, the Whitsundays, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Orpheus Island, Hichinbrook Island, Cairns, Port Douglas, Lowe Isles, Cape Tribulation, Endeavour Reef and Cooktown, where Captain Cook came ashore in 1770.

While the route is essentially the same as the original British explorer, this Brit’s journey will differ significantly from that of BEN SOUTHALL FORMER BEST JOB IN THE WORLD Cook.

ISLAND CARETAKER HAS LAUNCHED THE BEST “Captain Cook was a visionary, an experienced sailor, skilled EXPEDITION IN THE WORLD, A FOUR-MONTH, with a sextant who proudly kept 94 men alive by feeding them 1600KM SEA SAFARI ALONG QUEENSLAND’S pork, beef, cheese, citrus fruit, sauerkraut and beer during his GREAT BARRIER REEF (SAT 21ST MAY – MON 12TH command of the 32mt long Endeavour,” said Ben. SEPTEMBER) THAT RE-TRACES THE ROUTE TAKEN “I’ll be doing the expedition alone in my 5 metre long Hobie

BY CAPTAIN JAMES COOK 240 YEARS AGO ON HIS Kayak with just a GPS and IPad, following a nutritionist’s eating plan to take in 3000 calories per day,” he said. A support vessel VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY. will accompany Ben during the Expedition.

During the next four months Ben will blog, tweet and record en commenced to paddle, pedal and sail a ‘Hobie’ kayak out of the Town of 1770 during the Captain Cook 1770 Queensland’s colourful characters and reef experiences for Festival at 03:00am on Saturday 21st May, destined for his people around the world.

“This expedition will also allow me to visit some of first pit stop on Lady Elliot Island.

The jaunty Englishman said he was awestruck by the Great Queensland’s regions which had a tough start to the year due to Barrier Reef while acting as Caretaker at Hamilton Island in 2009 floods and cyclones and show how well they’re recovering,” said as part of the ‘Best Job in the World’, and wanted to encourage Ben. While Ben is on the water, his parents Margaret and Duncan more people to share the same experiences.

“This is about showing the world that the Great Barrier Reef is Southall will follow his course on land during a ‘Queensland open for business,” said Ben, who will keep fans abreast of his Road Trip’, blogging on the same website.

The Best Expedition in the World and Queensland Road Trip voyage on the website.

“My job is to raise the profile of the Great Barrier Reef, has been made possible thanks to a range of supportive spreading the message of research, education and conservation partners, including: Sunsail, AirAsia, Sunstate Hobie, YHA, Apollo Motorhome Holidays and BIG4 Holiday Parks. of the reef, its islands and tourism experiences,” he said. www.bestexpeditionintheworld.com “I want to inspire people to realise they too can explore this great natural asset either by jumping in a kayak, going for a dive,

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Photo: The beautiful city of Florence

Q Pac on Tour...

TAKES YOU TO THE HEART OF EUROPEAN CULTURE

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ueensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is offering arts enthusiasts the chance to experience celebrated companies performing on their home stages, with a special tour to internationally renowned cultural destinations.

QPAC On Tour invites fans of culture to travel from 18th October to 3rd November to Europe’s cultural heart, with a rich tour program that takes in some of the world’s great cultural cities, performing arts venues and companies, including the famed La Scala and a performance of The Hamburg Ballet.

QPAC Chair, Henry Smerdon AM who will lead the tour, said QPAC has had a long commitment to bringing the world’s best artists and companies to Queensland.

“Now we are pleased to expand that commitment and to use our knowledge and experience to guide travel and arts enthusiasts in a special tour through the heart of Europe.

“Over 16 days, we will visit the classic European cities of Hamburg, Venice, Florence, Milan and Rome, experiencing celebrated performances of orchestra, opera and ballet at world renowned venues. QPAC On Tour offers unique opportunities to go behind the scenes with some of the world’s leading companies, as well as time to experience local culture,” said Mr Smerdon.

Here is the perfect opportunity to explore, experience and savour the world of music, theatre and dance - up close and personal. 16 days, 5 European cities, 7 stunning performances...

Don’t miss this extraordinary adventure. Pricing: From $9,800 twin share *Ticket price includes taxes and transfers. For the full itinerary and to book please visit http://www.qpac.com.au/qpacontour/

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Oriental beauties...

gardening ideas...

magnificent single or semi-double blooms in colours ranging from white though to deep pinks and reds

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SASANQUA CAMELLIAS WITH THEIR ATTRACTIVE GLOSSY EVERGREEN FOLIAGE AND BEAUTIFUL FLORAL DISPLAY ARE SUN TOLERANT, HEDGE PERFECT AND ESPALIER FAVOURITES.

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n the eyes of the Chinese, the symmetrical beauty and longlasting quality of the camellia has long been appreciated by young lovers as the token for expressing devotion to each other. The petals reflect the spirit of a lady and the holder of the petals called the calyx, represents the young man entrusted by the lady as her protector.

In their native habitat, the Ryukyu Islands and the islands of Japan, sasanqua camellias, the botanical name, grow from bushy plants to small upright spreading trees with some varieties almost vine-like. In nature they grow from creek gullies to sunny hillside locations and most, if not all, cultivated sasanquas are garden hybrids which tolerate sunny positions, semi shade and different soil types. The small evergreen tree or large shrub grows to around six metres tall and four metres wide.

Outside Noosa’s John Scomparin says he uses sasanqua camellias in all gardens and landscape designs as appropriate

and wherever possible. “They are a wonderful, versatile shrub which has magnificent single or semi-double blooms in colours ranging from white though to deep pinks and reds, flowering from autumn into early winter.

Once established they are quite drought tolerant, can be used as a specimen plant in the garden, as a standard, topiary or hedge, are easy to espalier or train up a wall on wire, or if grown in pots not only look fantastic but last for years.

“Fertilise in spring with camellia and azalea food especially when young, also prune in spring after flowering with a good pair of hedge trimmers to maintain shape and bushiness. Once the new year starts, it is wise to stop pruning to maximise bud set and consequent flowering.”

Look for sasanquas with their smaller flowers, as they are ideally suited to a sub-tropical climate and espaliering whereas most other camellias prefer part shade.

John’s favourite varieties include Hiru single pink, Little Pearl double white, Jennifer Susan double pink, Mino-No-Yuki double pink, Yuletide single red plus Sestsugekka single white.

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Animal antics...

Australia Zoo

The Wallum Sedge Frog

Flora and Fauna safe havens on display at Garden Expo...

place, nearly 60 nurseries with over 50,000 plants on sale every day, as well as a huge range of gardening products and expert discussions. The Expo is a fun day out for serious gardeners as well as the whole family.

For more information on what’s on at this year’s Queensland Garden Expo, please visit www.qldgardenexpo.com.au.

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Australia Zoo will give the public the chance to meet her when the Africa exhibit opens in time for the September school holidays (baby rhino)

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he line-up of exhibitors and features on display at this year’s Queensland Garden Expo will have over 28,000 gardening enthusiasts from across S.E. Qld buzzing in anticipation when the 3 day event returns for its 27th year to the Nambour Showgrounds from 8th 10th July.

One of the new additions to this year’s expo is the Living Backyard feature, an inspiring collection of displays designed to reflect various backyards showing how you can create a bio-diverse environment in your own outdoor space.

The Living Backyard display will be coordinated by Sunshine Coast Council’s Environmental Operations and ties in with Council’s vision for the Sunshine Coast to become Australia’s most sustainable region.

Michael Gilles, Nature Conservation Officer at the council says that this inaugural display features exhibitors who are passionate about preserving and enhancing our native flora and fauna within our community.

Visitors will discover how to make their own living backyard wildlife-friendly with simple ideas to attract butterflies, bees, birds and other backyard critters to their gardens by providing food, protection and nesting sites.

A celebration of all things gardening, featuring the largest range of plants in one

infant twins Ganteng and Ginting, who were born at the Batu Mbelin orangutan quarantine centre near Medan in North Sumatra to blind parents. The mother, Gober, an elderly female, probably over 40 years old is blind due to cataracts and the father, named Leuser, was found in 2006 having been shot by local villagers 62 times with an air rifle with three lodged in his eyes.

The twins are available to ‘foster’ annually for just $110 or for just $55 a year, families and individuals can adopt an orphan orangutan.

Please help the orphans and our new twin orangutans by giving them a future. You can donate by visiting www.orangutan.org.au and following the prompts. Or why not adopt an orphan in the name of a friend or family member?

Baby white rhino provides hope Adopt an orangutan

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he arrival of Queensland's first baby white rhinoceros at Australia Zoo provides hope for a species which has come back from the brink of hy not adopt an orangutan extinction. infant through the Australian This 50kg arrival was born at Australia Orangutan Project?

It Zoo and was on the move immediately desperately need funds for medicines, after being born. Manu Ludden, head of nappies, food and the basics of life as each Australia Zoo’s Africa department said the orangutan infant requires one-on-one female calf was doing extremely well, and attention for its first eight years. That’s how has already started feeding from her long it takes for an orangutan mother to proud mother Caballe (pronounced Kateach her infant how to survive in the barl-ee) who arrived from New Zealand’s rainforest.

Hamilton Zoo in 2010 and is a Southern There are over 1,000 orphan White Rhinoceros, which is listed as ‘near orangutans in care who would struggle to threatened’ by IUCN due to continued remember what it was like to have a poaching threats and the high illegal mother as they were either killed or died demand for its horn. as a result of the logging and Whilst the calf needs time to get to deforestation in Kalimantan and Borneo. know her mum, she will remain off display, Others were snatched to be sold as illegal however Australia Zoo will give the public pets. the chance to meet her when the Africa The Australian Orangutan Project not exhibit opens in time for the September only looks after orphans but also those school holidays. who were born in captivity such the new

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live theatre titled theme park, television variety shows and several successful films – including an Oscar nomination for her role in 9 to 5 – all of which have cemented her status as an American superstar.

Australian fans will be delighted when the Smoky Mountain Songbird takes the stage and shows us exactly ow does one begin to describe why she is such a legend. With hits like an icon like Dolly Parton?

“9 To 5”, “Here You Come Again”, Singer-songwriter, author, multi“Jolene”, and of course the instrumentalist, actress, philanthropist, incomparable “I Will Always Love You”, businesswoman; this mighty talent’s list audiences are guaranteed to see the of credentials is worth every ounce of show of a lifetime. With all new sets, veneration she receives. costumes and even new music from Hailed as ‘The Queen of Country her forthcoming album ‘Better Day’ to Music,’ her four and a half decade career be released later this year, it is sure to since her national chart debut has seen make an evening spent with Dolly her become one of the most successful Parton a night to remember. female artists in the history of the country genre, with twenty-five Friday 25th & Saturday 26th number one singles, and a record fortyNovember Entertainment Centre, one top 10 country albums. In addition Brisbane Tickets on sale now. to her illustrious music career, Parton’s www.ticketek.com.au 132 849 foray into other ventures include a self-

DOLLY PARTON to tour Australia...

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Alli on stage in ‘Steaming’

Clothes on or off, Helen Flanagan discovers it’s all about the character Alli Pope is portraying.

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Steaming and stage struck...

ubbed Bette Davis because of her dying scenes trying to get out of school, proved to be the genesis of Alli Pope’s acting career in film and television including Neighbours and Blue Heelers. She also had a chain of retail clothing outlets in Melbourne, specialising in swimwear and active wear.

Fast forward16 years ago. A move to Noosa proved to be fortuitous in more ways than one.

John Bailey’s family background was entrenched in building and horse racing. His parents owned a string of successful thoroughbreds, the most famous being Galilee, winner of the 1966 Melbourne Cup, 1966 Caulfield Cup and 1967 Sydney Cup, the only horse to ever win them all in the one season and still one of Bart Cummings’ best horses.

John and Alli owned Lazuli Blue for ten years which they enjoyed immensely, winning awards for best breakfast which no doubt had a lot to do with John’s hollandaise sauce, the recipe he still will not divulge today.

After 13 years together they ‘eloped’ to the Whitsundays on Valentine’s Day and with six kids between them plus Bob the big sooky Rottweiler, they’re reminiscent of the Brady bunch.

“We do everything together. John really fell into theatre because I loved it so much, so he will produce, direct even act, plus build all the sets and make them ‘tourable’, which at times is difficult,” explains Alli about their company Jally Productions which has

worked with well known stage identities such as Peter Sumner who directed their production of The Castle; Val Lehman who directed Steaming which toured throughout Queensland, NSW and Victoria with 45 shows in 30 venues; and One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest with Tony Bonner. “Currently we’re working on Ladies Night, with Ken James, Dale Pengelly, Steven Tandy and Barry Williams, (Greg of The Brady Bunch). What a hoot. Ladies Night, the original Full Monty story will be touring Australia for about five months, which is huge for us.

“Over the last two years we have moved into children’s theatre, especially interactive and educational programs. This has given us the chance to perform at The Adelaide Fringe Festival and throughout Queensland schools. Next month one of my own shows, Snow White and the Seven Cool Dudes will tour Queensland and NSW for a month which is very exciting!

“I teach drama at The ‘J’ for six to12 year olds. Some of my students have been involved in our shows or have been cast in TV commercials and local films through Jally Casting. One girl is just 16 and performed with us at The 2011 Adelaide Fringe Festival and will tour with Snow White.”

“In the past few years I’ve had the opportunity to work with local filmmaker, Tim Lennon, doing some of the casting and directing. His latest film, One Way or Another has just ‘wrapped’, is currently in postproduction, has an interesting twist and features a lot of local faces. It is expected to be released in September.”

Appearing nude of semi nude for shows such as Steaming, Alli says it’s no big deal.

“It’s only the character stripping off, not me, so I just get on with it. I find some people get embarrassed if they’ve seen me naked. As an actor on stage, I feel naked most of the time anyway - clothes on or off!”

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David Hart Galleries,

Not to be missed...

EXHIBITING WORKS BY WELL-KNOWN INVESTMENT ARTISTS ALONG WITH YOUNG COLLECTABLE AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS. The David Hart Gallery staff are both knowledgeable and friendly with answers to any questions you may have regarding investment art or simply current trends, styles and new artists blossoming. We encourage tourists as well as locals to wander upstairs and visit our gallery, which is open 7 days a week. There is something suitable for all budgets and also gift & homeware items for those not necessarily looking for artwork but art inspired gift items. Gift Vouchers and even Gift Registry are also available options should this be of interest to you.

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Garry Shead “The Edge” (DH Lawrence Series) - Oil

Magnificent Art by Masters - A Winter Delight at Sunshine Coast

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iffany Jones Fine Art Gallery at Buderim are delighted to be showing the Sunshine Coast’s most impressive selection of fine art with nearly 100 paintings by Australia’s most eminent artists.

Sourced from a range of excellent private collections, the current display at Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery is a celebration of work by some of Australia’s best known and highly regarded artists.

Gallery director, Tiffany Jones said: “As part of our Winter 2011 season, we are thrilled to offer some stunning paintings with perhaps the most exciting being three beautiful still life oil paintings by Australia’s greatest living female artist, Margaret Olley.”

“Margaret Olley’s fame continues to grow with her distinctive face being the subject of this year’s winning Archibald Prize entry from Sydney-based artist Ben Quilty. Olley was the subject of another other Archibald Prize winning entry by William Dobell in 1948” Ms Jones said.

Being the Queensland specialists for artworks by Norman Lindsay and Hugh Sawrey, Tiffany Jones Fine Art also has special pieces by these artists now available.

Famous outback painter Hugh Sawrey has a range of oils on show, including a magnificent action piece titled “The Stockman” which is illustrated on page 32 of the book “The Stockman” published by Ure Smith Press in 1991.

Two valuable watercolours by Norman Lindsay valued at $38,000 and $69,500 are also showing at Buderim. Tiffany explains that both are from the 1920’s, regarded by art experts as the period when Lindsay painted his finest watercolours.

Another highlight of the Winter 2011 exhibition is a striking and large oil painting by Garry Shead who is currently one of Australia’s most collectable artists.

Tiffany explains that the oil painting “The Edge”, valued at over $170,000, is a desirable work because it comes from Shead’s lyrical and much sought after D.H. Lawrence series of the early 1990’s. Garry Shead’s D.H. Lawrence Series was influenced by Lawrence's novel “Kangaroo”. Shead became intrigued by Lawrence after discovering letters by the author on an expedition to the Sepik Highlands in Papua New Guinea in 1968.

In a special coincidence, the gallery is also showing a work each by the famous late duo, Sir Hans Heysen (1877-1968) and his talented daughter, Nora Heysen (1911-2003).

Hans Heysen is represented by a softly toned 1920’s watercolour depicting his signature theme of cattle grazing under stately gum trees on his rural property “The Cedars” at Handorf in the Adelaide Hills. Hans Heysen won the prestigious Wynne Prize for landscape painting a record 9 times.

Other works by other eminent Australian painters at the exhibition include pieces by Sir Sidney Nolan, Albert Namatjira, David Boyd, Pro Hart, Patrick Kilvington, Tom Garrett, d’Arcy Doyle, Geoffrey Proud, Mirka Mora and Judy Drew; plus pieces by Michael Challen, Robert Todonai, Robert Pope, Kate Smith, Simonn Schumacher, Densie Daffara, Antje Collis and Rachel Carmichael.

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The Art of Colour

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inter is here again! With the cooler weather upon us, it is the perfect time to take a scenic drive to Montville and take in the atmosphere.

Experience the magic of our fresh mountain air and soak up our lush scenery! Find a cosy B & B for the night! Illume Creations, featuring the art of colour, can be found in the Mayfield complex in Montville.

Are you looking for a stunning centrepiece for you home? You cannot go past Tina’s spectacular hand blown pieces. We have gorgeous Fab bowls, vases and platters to create a fabulous feature to your home!

August sees the return of the Walks Festival. This year Montville will be hosting the Artists in Residence Walk on August 21. Illume Creations will be featuring Lyndon Davis of the Gubbi Gubbi mob playing a Tina Cooper glass Tribal Tribute didgeridoo. This is a must do experience you will long remember! Visit www.festival ofwalks.com.au for more information.

The most popular works featured in Illume are undoubtedly the vibrant Sunrise and Sunset Series. We have a wide variety showcased including some that are hand painted by local aboriginal artists. At the moment we have a fabulous selection featuring the talented Muraay from Kin Kin. The Sunrise effect is created by layering each of the colours to create a surreal Sunrise scene Tina has developed an innovative new range of forms and colours in her latest Sundusk Series to seduce you.

Unfortunately the open access Hot Glass Studio in Yandina has closed. Make a date to choose your special piece whilst Illume Creations is well stocked with Tina’s stunning works of art. Our Stocktake Sale will start June 24! The gallery boasts an extensive range of large Sealife, Outback and Tribal Tribute pieces for those seek a spectacular statement piece.

Illume Creations has a selection of Tina Cooper’s vibrant hand blown glass pieces featured on the website www.illumecreations.com.au We are happy to arrange pack and sending for our clients.

Owner Shiralee Cooper has selected a bevy of handmade beauties to tempt you. Wolfgang Engel’s technique called "Lamp Work" uses specially imported handmade glass tubes of many lively colours. You will discover a colourful range of glass pen sets, perfume bottles and tea light holders on display.

The original treasures adorning Illume Creations are all made locally on the Sunshine Coast! Accompanying the work of Tina Cooper is a range of gorgeous handmade glass bead jewellery, dichroic pendants and raku pottery friends. Come along and indulge in the art of colour at ILLUME CREATIONS Shop 4 Mayfield on Montville – top end of town. Open from 9:40 to 4:30 daily. Look for our undercover parking and views, views, views! Illume Creations awaits you! Ph 07 54785440

Putipula Gallery On the 31 august 2011, Putipula Gallery will close it’s upstairs space at Noosa Junction.

To all my wonderful clients who i have met over the years, i thank you for encouraging my own personal journey and i have made many wonderful friends through this space.

The excellent thing is…. Putipula Gallery will continue by appointment for the time being and now has a strong on-line presence. The same beautiful, original works will be still available with representation, as usual, of both established and emerging artists in the wonderful far North West of South Australia & W.A.

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Mrs Norris, Kathy Maringka and Gillian Steel at an exhibition in Melbourne I will keep looking for a suitable space to fill the void, that may happen in the junction, once our ‘home’ of four years closes, but until such time, the door is always open to my past, present and future customers by appointment (Noosa Heads) and www.putipula.com.

The future is exciting, i am proud to visit, and be welcome, in these communities and experience first hand the difference a painting sold makes in the lives of the ‘Anangu’ in extremely remote locations.

Oh and incidentally, i have just visited the exhibition held at the National Gallery of Victoria. I can proudly declare that many of the artists on those walls are represented and available at Putipula.

Look forward to seeing you Gillian Steel

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E type turns 50 years...

1963 E Type 3.8 Coupe convertible

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Jaguar E-Type, arguably one of the most famous and desirable cars in automotive history.

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hen it was launched in 1961, the appeal of E-Type transcended the automotive world.

Such is the inherent rightness of its proportions, stance and purity of line, that it is a permanent exhibit in New York’s Museum of Modern Art.

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The now iconic Jaguar E-Type set new standards in automotive design and performance when it was launched in 1961. Its influence is still apparent in Jaguar’s modern range: cars that offer a peerless blend of performance, comfort, cutting-edge technology and award-winning design.

Jaguar will be celebrating this special anniversary year at motoring events throughout 2011. The company will mark the anniversary at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and go on to celebrate at Goodwood’s Revival and Festival of Speed, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Nurburgring Old Timer Grand Prix and a host of Jaguar events worldwide.

“Half a century of progress has not diminished the significance of the E-Type,” said Mike O’Driscoll, Managing Director Jaguar Cars and Chairman Jaguar Heritage. “It was a sensation when it was launched, and remains Jaguar’s most enduring and iconic symbol. The E-Type is simply one of the most exciting cars ever created and a legacy to the genius of Jaguar’s founder, Sir William Lyons.”

E-Type owners included celebrities such as George Best, Brigitte Bardot, Tony Curtis and Steve McQueen and the sports car became as synonymous with the Swinging Sixties as the Beatles and the mini skirt.

“It is impossible to overstate the impact the E-Type had when it was unveiled in 1961,” said Ian Callum, Jaguar Design Director. “Here was a car that encapsulated the spirit of the revolutionary era it came to symbolise. The E-Type is a design that even today continues to inform the work we do in styling the Jaguars of the future.”

Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1961, Jaguar’s E-Type caused a sensation. Capable of achieving 150mph, but costing a fraction of the price of rivals with similar performance, it was the affordable supercar and became an instant icon – remaining on sale for 14 years.

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the last word

De-amalgamation = power to residents Sharyn Kerrigan Ptor Gjestland and Ryan Taylor

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ith a promise of an ‘Australian-first' council model that gives more power to residents, reinstating the controversial population cap and keeping rates stable, de-amalgamation heavyweights including former Noosa mayor from 1988 to 1997 and alliance spokesperson Noel Playford, plus a posse of youthful campaigners and agitators such as funds manager Ptor Gjestland, architect Sharyn Kerrigan and general manager Ryan Taylor, share their views on why the NIA is determined to break away from the welded Sunshine Coast to achieve a new Noosa Council.

WHAT IS THE NIA?

I believe the amalgamation has not achieved any significant benefits and has eroded community respect and identity. It is too big and elongated to work as one region. The proposed new model for the new Noosa Council is inspiring and innovative.

Ryan Taylor: I was raised in Noosa and am now raising my own children here. In 2008 everyone I know was part of the 96 per cent of the community who voted against de-amalgamation. We want our council back so we can selfgovern and once again be in charge of our own destiny. This is not about elitism, is more than just an identity crisis and is about preserving and sustaining the townships of Noosa for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.

We currently have two councilors on a council of 12 therefore we are being taxed without appropriate representation. We have no control over our future.

The current conglomerate council with its ‘one size fits all policy’ is clearly not working.

Noel Playford: The NIA (Noosa Independence Alliance) is an alliance between four community groups - Noosa Parks Association, EDV Residents Group, Friends of Noosa and the Noosa Biosphere Association.

It was formed to maintain the push for de-amalgamation, and to achieve a new Noosa Council with a structure capable of delivering efficient local government in cooperation with the Noosa community. The groups wanted to ensure the Noosa community had a say in the type of council it gets when de- WHY IS THE PUSH FOR DE-AMALGAMATION SO IMPORTANT AND VITAL TO amalgamation was achieved – rather than one designed by Brisbane NOOSA’S FUTURE? bureaucrats.

After a series of local workshops and forums, it was found the size and Ptor: De-amalgamation is critically important as our one and only chance to bureaucracy of the current regional council model has left people without a take back what is rightfully ours, a local council. And with that comes voice. They feel helpless to influence council decisions affecting their future. representation and our collective voice about what we want are community And while they're not listened to, they see their community's identity being to be. Noosa is certainly a unique community which came about only because eroded by decisions of people who don't live here. its residents fought hard to protect what they saw as important.

As a result, the meetings have endorsed a community Having our right to self-determination diluted by forced NOOSA IS participation model to allow residents to have an ongoing say amalgamation is a slap in the face to all those previous battlers.

CERTAINLY A in the decision making of council.

How great would it be if residents once again felt their opinions UNIQUE With de-amalgamation NIA's future focus will be to get mattered and they had a hand in plotting Noosa's future.

COMMUNITY agreement to the details of our new council model and to achieve a boundary that includes communities of interest that WHICH CAME Sharyn: The unanimous result from the plebiscite in 2007 want to join with the old Noosa Shire. actually unified the people of the Noosa region and it's obvious ABOUT ONLY they would like to be run as a separate shire. It is exciting to have BECAUSE ITS WHY DID YOU JOIN THE NIA? the preparation in place to become the new Noosa Council RESIDENTS FOUGHT HARD TO where the proposed model identifies that the people of the Ptor Gjestland: I believe the regional council has an agenda community, young and old, should be able to influence the PROTECT WHAT which doesn't reflect what the people of Noosa actually want decision making process. It's now a matter of believing in THEY SAW AS done for them. As the council bureaucracy grows, the voice of democracy and the power of the people.

IMPORTANT. residents is becoming marginalized. It's almost as if council Ryan: Business conditions are difficult enough in this retail feels they know what’s better for us. climate. We need a supportive council with accessible and I have attended many council meetings and find it somewhat disheartening responsive councilors. All political agendas were pushed aside when the NIA that so many people feel they have no voice and can't really do anything to was formed; the proposed model has been accepted by the community, the change council plans. detailed budget put forward shows clearly that the benefits of deSharyn Kerrigan: We must try anything to stop the sprawl from eating amalgamation outweigh the costs; the local community has been proactive in Noosa and destroying its natural character. I have great respect for the original identifying the current issues; and has proposed a model that not only rectifies town plan and its distinct priorities. You cannot beat cruising down the the issues but puts in place a framework that will create a dynamic, coastline from Noosa to Peregian Beach with a view unimpaired by billboards transparent, innovative and responsive council connected to its community. or chain stores.

We demand the right to re-establish the Noosa Council.

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