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1/2. Blue Angel Menu Tasting...

Local accommodation managers and front of house staff were afforded the pleasure of taste testing the new season menu at Blue Angel.

As the afternoon event launched into sunset, glasses of wine and beer were the perfect accompaniment to the tasty delights from chef/owner Daniel Mosedale.

New menu items included Betel leaves with Noosa spanner crab, green pawpaw, peanuts & roast chilli with palm sugar and lime dressing; Grilled Hervey Bay scallops with parsley, garlic and Pernod butter with brioche crumbs

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Tom Offermann volunteered his time as auctioneer at Ricky’s River Bar and Restaurant’s flood relief lunch and raised more than $25,000 from the capacity crowd, who indulged in six courses with matching wines.

An amazing holiday to the Cocos Islands attracted a bid of $3,500 and a Tinbeerwah couple paid $6,000 for a dinner party, which somehow during the auction was raised from eight people to ten and a carton of Spanish wine was increased from one to two. Ricky’s head chef Glenn Bowman will create a Spanishthemed feast in their home and be served by the effusive Paul Holmes.

4. Belinda Heading Overseas...

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The going away party at Ma Mensa for Belinda Tuckwell was full to overflowing with friends, customers and industry compatriots.

Belle will be greatly missed in Noosa - but who knows... she may miss us all enough to come back soon.

Photo: Gregor Eastham, Carley Croft and recently-retired Peter Howard were all smiles.

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5. Ex Noosa Chef Shinichi Maeda.

Although the opening of Sake at Eagle Street Pier was delayed by the Brisbane floods, nothing could stand in 5. the way of its fabulous food and hospitality at the launch celebrations.

With endless flutes of Veuve Clicquot, colourful cocktails and trays of stunning signature dishes, guests were delighted to savour the ambience of the riverside venue.

6. Manu Feildel on the Menu...

We see him here.. we see him there... we seem to see Manu everywhere. Celebrity chef and co-host of My Kitchen Rules and restaurant owner Manu Feildel wowed guests at the launch of his first cookbook in Noosa recently.

Two days of sold-out lunches at Berardos was testament to Manu's star power - and he didn't disappoint - as he delighted, titillated and even juggled for his appreciative audience.

If the long queue of eager purchasers waiting to have their copies signed is anything to go by, Manu's French Kitchen will be a best seller.

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loods, cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis... maybe it's time we started listening to what the planet is trying to tell us. But, through all the adversity of these natural disasters - the human spirit has proved to be strong and resourceful.

We want to congratulate and give our heartfelt thanks to all those who have helped others throughout the ongoing Australian and world crises.

Those who have put their lives on the line for the sake of others - in most cases, for people they have never even met.

Reviews on some of Helping others with little regard to their own safety.

Noosa’s best restaurants All these people - young and old alike, from all walks of life, are the epitome of true heroism.

As the images continue to bombard us on the TV screens and ick up a copy of our exciting NEW dining newspaper headlines, it is wonderful to also see human endurance at its review magazine. We’re making it easy finest, and how far people will go to assist others. to decide which restaurant suits your I don't think that there is a family or business anywhere in Australia taste and budget. that has not been touched in some way by these events.

With restaurant listings, price guide, BYO and As Easter approaches it gives one a sense of destiny and cause to locations, dining has never been easier. reflect on all we have achieved as a world and how much more Reviews will change quarterly to keep pace with new season’s menus. So keep a look out there is to be done for us to continue. for each edition and send us any comments or We have designed our Autumn issue to bring a little brightness suggestions for inclusions. into your hearts and minds - and hopefully offer a positive light in The best comment or review each quarter will which to rejuvenate, resuscitate and resonate your heart and soul. win a bottle of wne to accompany their next This issue showcases the stories of several women forging their path dining experience. through life with positive outlooks and a will to succeed. A true testament on how far women have come in the world as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of International Woman's Day..

We also take a look at some of the fabulous annual events that Noosa has become famous for - Audi Celebration of Food and Wine Festival; Noosa Longweekend; and the Riverfest at Noosaville.

With everyone now so interested in cooking and great fresh produce, we have taken the opportunity to discuss some hot topics with local and celebrity chefs to inspire your kitchen creations.

Add to this our new season fashion round-up; art and jewellery offerings; wines and cocktails; fabulous wheels; prestige properties and interior design features - and you'll have a wonderful read for months to come.

Coffin Bay oysters part of Please read and enjoy.... the new autumn and keep your spirits high menu at Blue Angel Restaurant Noosaville

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RSVP - Openings, Launches & Social Events Young, Savvy & Investing in the Future Rebekah Offermann Noosa Long Weekend Celebrating 10 years of this great festival Style Fashion Autumn is here and there are fabulous new looks and accessories to call your own Stuart Weitzman Shoes glorious shoes and the heros they are Singer & Performer Andrew Lawson After X-Factor, the world is now open Style Dining & Recipes This season’s finest offerings Celebrity Chefs Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival Cooking Books The latest and greatest cook books Wine Some great wines & gift ideas Design & Property Interior and exterior trends & some of Noosa’s finest homes & developments Gardening Ideas Bringing citrus infusions to life in your garden Artists and Artisans The latest works on display Travel A voyage of the senses at Spicers Clovelly Estate in Montville Style Motoring Rally action and 007’s new Bentley GT Style Directory The Last Word Bianca Bond - A Sunshine Coast custodian and avid supporter of the Noosa Biosphere

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She’s young, savvy and as Helen Flanagan deduced, Rebekah Offermann also has all the hallmarks of a future entrepreneur.

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the domain of men and it’s unusual for young women to choose it as a career. However with

a dedication to the great outdoors, real estate in her blood and armed with a bachelor of business degree, why wouldn’t pretty 20-something Rebekah Offermann choose real estate? And in her home town?

Rebekah grew up in a quiet street in Sunshine Beach, played with the neighbouring kids in the National Park across the street or down the steep hill at the beach. At university she majored in advertising and public relations for her business degree and recalls the “best part was getting right into the psychology and strategy of marketing to create communications that were highly targeted and effective.

“After uni I landed a job at one of the big ad agencies in Rebekah Offermann

Brisbane, where I worked in client management on some interesting accounts, the majority of them real estate or property related.”

Bitten by the travel bug, she was off to see the world at high speed. “Thirteen countries in thirteen weeks, including South Africa, most of Europe, and some South East Asia,” recounts Rebekah, whose first car was a Toyota Echo sporty model with many mother-pleasing safety features.

“Some of the top experiences were shark diving with Great Whites off South Africa, jungle trekking in Thailand, sinking our canoe and getting marooned on the outer reef in Fiji and getting lost in the back alleys of Marrakesh

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when some local kids told us the wrong way back. But my all time favourite country was Spain. I loved the atmosphere, food, countryside and coastline. I ducked over there again late last year to visit a friend and we had an absolute blast touring around in a little rental car.”

“I also took a working holiday in 2009 and lived in Japan teaching English for a year in a small private independent school, to kids from four to 14. This was one of the most amazing experiences; the kids were so much fun and really enjoyed learning, especially going on excursions to the beach or the athletics field with Miss Offermann.”

Having dealt with developers at the advertising agency and a yearning for real estate sales because it represented such variety and enormous opportunities including meeting interesting people, she joined Tom Offermann real estate where her father is the principal and being young was advantageous.

“I think when you combine youth with energy and a passion to excel, it’s a dynamite combination,” says Rebekah whose first sale was a block of land in Tewantin four weeks after she started. She regards her dad is her mentor in business and mum for life advice. “She has an amazing moral compass so I always feel better after a chat with her.”

Seeing the levels of success that can be achieved through innovative thought and hard work has been a huge inspiration. “I believe ‘history’ is history, it’s not important to be able to drive around and rattle off what you’ve sold over the past 20 years, it’s about knowing the market now and being able to change with the industry plus keep up with relevant technology and innovations.”

Creating competition amongst buyers, allowing the property to reach its full price potential makes Rebekah a big fan of the auction process: “The marketing campaigns we run, generate significant urgency and excitement from the market, resulting in a cash, unconditional contract for the seller. The average days on market for an auction property is also significantly lower than for private treaty and in this industry time is an important factor.

“A large portion of our enquiry comes from the internet, but in turn, a lot of web traffic is generated by press advertising and other mediums. A comprehensive marketing campaign is still a vital investment, to ensure that every potential buyer has seen the property so the seller can be assured that the maximum price in the market has been achieved.

“For me closing a deal is the same rush, whether it’s $400,000 or $4 million. It’s about having all parties in agreement and everyone looking forward to the next chapter.”

Rebekah’s latest set of wheels is a zippy Mini Cooper S or if it’s a quick trip to the beach she hops on her Vespa – another brand with “personality. I did a Maserati driving on the Queensland Raceway, hooning around the track in the rain. Luckily the cars were supplied because I slid into a

Snowboarding is one of my favourite things and I recently bought a stand up paddle board

few witches hats at one point.

“I’ll take any excuse to get outdoors - you won’t find me spending my free time on the couch.

Snowboarding is one of my favourite things and I recently bought a stand up paddle board which I enjoy for the exercise and fresh air. I’m yet to graduate to paddling in the ocean, mainly because I can’t fit the paddle board in the Mini.”

Rebekah has Iceland, India and South America on her wish-list, loves going to Thai and Italian restaurants with friends, cannot live without her iPhone and iPad and is crazy about leather handbags and shoes. “If a big package gets delivered to reception, the girls usually know I’ve been shoe shopping online again. And more investment properties are definitely in the future plan. I purchased my first property 5 years ago and it has proved to be a strong performer in terms of capital gains.”

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PATRONS OF THE NOOSA LONGWEEKEND DAVID AND KRISTIN WILLIAMSON HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF HOW THE FESTIVAL BEGAN IN 2002 AND SHARE THE EXCITEMENT OF ITS EXTRAORDINARY GROWTH.

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ohn Pilger, Clive James, Tim Winton, Li Cunxin, Jack Thompson, Bruce Petty, Bruce Beresford, Tom Burlinson, Ken Done, Piers Lane, Jane Rutter, Max Gillies, Jean Kittson, Tim Flannery, Geraldine Doogue, Bryce Courtenay, Kylie Kwong, Robyn Nevin and International Stars of Ballet comprising principals from the San Francisco Ballet, are some of the diverse talent who’ve been part of previous Noosa Longweekends. This year also promises an exceptional line-up.

So what was the genesis of the 10 day cultural feast and who was on the foundation committee?

“Queenslander Brett Dean, who had spent 16 years as a violist with the Berlin Philharmonic, had just returned to live in Noosa and he became a driving force behind the idea of starting a local arts festival,” says David Williamson, who on reflection admits there was naivety with the venture and the box office was run from a kitchen table. “He also agreed to procure classical musicians cheaply.

Leonie Palmer was our culinary expert and became the first president. Michael Gloster volunteered to enthuse guests about the local environment, I was responsible for theatre, Kristin for literature and we shared film.

“We took roles in ‘Charitable Intent’. It was reminiscent of our earliest ventures on stage, in the 1970s at little theatres like Melbourne’s La Mama. We missed cues, muffed lines (David more than Kristin!) but the audiences didn’t mind and the season was extended. We were amazed.

“In the first few years performers were not offered any payment, just an airfare and a few nights free accommodation. For this they were expected not just to perform but to mingle with the locals

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and become part of the scene.

Bryan Brown came down offstage and shared anecdotes with the audience over a few beers, and then disappeared into the surf for days with his newfound friends.

Film critics Margaret Pomeranz and David Stratton judged short films screened on a wild, stormy night in a huge tent that was packed with excited young film-makers and became mentors to many of them.

Booker Prize winners Peter Carey and Tom Keneally waded in the shallows on Noosa beach with their trousers rolled up, chatting to other paddlers. A sceptical local audience confronted international journalist John Pilger but after his talk most of them queued up to buy his books and shake his hand. And who could forget the opening night when fireworks exploded from barges out to sea and lit up the whole of Noosa beach, after which hundreds of people of three generations danced in the sand to the live performance of that timeless band, the Delltones?

“If we couldn’t find enough free hotel accommodation for our actors, musicians and artists we asked local people to lend them a house. Michael Leunig and his family stayed for a week in a luxury house and managed to blow up the spa, but he generously donated so many paintings to the festival that we didn’t even mention it.

String quartets rehearsed in our living room and committee meetings were held on a long table on our veranda. Volunteers drove the artists to their venues, took them sightseeing in their boats on the Noosa River and cleaned up after the parties. There were no paid staff and the event had no office. But by the end of the first, ten day Noosa Longweekend Festival we realised we’d have to keep going. The people had embraced it and were asking for more.”

This 10th year of the festival, which also celebrates David Williamson’s 40th anniversary as one of Australia’s leading playwrights, will take place from Friday 17 to Sunday 26 June with 75 free and ticketed events including theatre, dance, music, cabaret, forums, literature , practical workshops, supper clubs, film, food and free community events.

A new, David Williamson play has been the cornerstone of many festivals and 2011 will be no exception. Williamson will stage a number of preview performances (ahead of the play’s official world premiere) of At Any Cost.

A sneak preview of the program ahead of its official launch on 3 May reveals James Morrison and Ita Buttrose will be attending, there’ll be poetry and Bollywood dancing workshops, a special ballet performance, foodie events, a black tie, celebratory dinner in honour of David Williamson and Brahms Requiem will be performed by the 70 voice Noosa Chorale accompanied by a 30 piece orchestra and soloists from Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

Visit: www.noosalongweekend.com to keep up with festival news.

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How to enter: email: info@styleliving.com.au with WIN Noosa Longweekend Festival Prize Pack in subject line. Don’t forget to leave contact details. Closes 3 June 2011.

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Annick Goutal - Le Mimosa A very spring limited edition... Built around a mimosa absolute from Grasse, with sweet floral hues punctuated by soft green, Florentine iris and anise are added to enhance the flower's natural facets with their powdery strength.

Clarins - White Plus hp New additions to the Clarins high performance whitening range work in harmony to slow the excessive transfer of melanin to cells in the epidermis, helping to protect against sun, age and dark spots.

Salvatore Ferragamo - Attimo (moment) The fragrance encompasses a floral bouquet lied on a warm, elegant, woody base. Composition of this fragrance will not be similar to candy-like, flirtatious editions, but accent will be on elegance and fine, floral notes. Top notes of Attimo offer fruity aromas of nashi pear and delicate lotus flower.

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texture, it was deemed a health risk and an extravagant cost, which of course it wasn’t, hence its huge success globally.

When colour movies arrived in Hollywood, audiences saw their Ancient Egyptians stained their nails favourite actresses wearing exotic reds with henna while the Japanese and and mauves on their nails and lips and Chinese chose herbal extracts. Modern copied them immediately. nail varnish, a synthetic nail polish, was Today the formula for nail polish invented in the 1920s in Paris by remains similar but is longer lasting, Charles Revson, his brother Martin and dries faster, has a higher gloss and is chemist Charles Lachman. They available in myriad colours. employed a French make-up artist, In the 1960s, clear nail polish Michelle Renard, who wondered if the debuted with a natural look that new technology used for painting cars complemented the fashionable nude could be used to make enamel for the lipsticks. But it wasn't until the late nails. The revolution in thinking was to 1990s that cosmetic companies abandon staining abandoned the the actual nail, but idea of matching instead paint a lips and nails and hard-wearing started enamel on top of producing blue it. She managed to and green nail create a modern polish plus a host lacquer made of of other exotic the same colours such as nitrocellulose and gold, silver, black dissolved in and neon. Just solvent that was like the car used on cars, enamels that except, needless inspired nail to say, not the polish in the first same strength. place.

Because their nail And what do varnish was pastels and sleek created from nudes have in hard-wearing common? chemicals rather They're all part of than from herbs, the provocative the advantage yet demure trend was it was easy to of 2011. Shades store and keep - as typically lighten long as the bottle in the spring, but was sealed and instead of going the solvent could not evaporate, it was sheer, the crop of pastels stays rich and as good as the day it was created. The creamy. Think smooth purples, bright first Revlon nail polish went on sale in blues and yummy peach-tinged pinks.

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Plus, there’s still a plethora of the nude Pioneering advocates for African- shades and those looking for punched American rights felt at first that up hits of colour won't be coloured women either didn’t need to disappointed either with some use nail polish, or should avoid it on optically intriguing shades such as gun grounds of dignity. Psychiatrists metal, silver and gray popping up. Oh attacked it as a form of self-mutilation. and green gets a guernsey too. From There were objections to Colour and mint to deep emerald, it’s all go.

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Kerrie Friend lives in Las Vegas but as told to Helen Flanagan over a glass of champagne, Noosa is her favourite place in the world.

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t’s been a long time between drinks downunder, in fact 17 years since the various Friend families had been together at Kerrie’s

was ecstatic. She lives in Noosa, works at Rare Bird, caught up with new grandchildren and joined in the especially-for-Kenn Superbowl party, fishing, boating, national park walks, picnics by the river and dining on seafood.

Work kicked in once the family departed with Kerrie’s manager the indefatigable Max Markson, cracking the whip. “First stop was a Kerrie Friend, Greg Evans and mini Dexter secret Perfect Match reunion with Greg Evans and a very cute miniature Dexter, the original now residing in the Museum of Technology in Melbourne and hard to get out,” Kerrie says with a laugh, adding that these days Greg is a very busy marriage celebrant. “Woman’s Day magazine had the exclusive and it was a blast. We talked endlessly about the show, our funny outfits and hairstyles and watched a few episodes. I also caught up with Sue, his wife after about 10 years so that was a double blessing.”

Kerrie’s book, Image 52 Weeks to a New You, which sells worldwide and was launched in 2006, is the basis of the television series.

“It's an infotainment program about the spirit, soul and body but all done in an entertaining, lively way with the segments working beautifully together,” Fortysomething Kerrie, who also filmed a segment for A Current Affair in Noosa, explains. “It will vary each week from travel, beauty, fitness, healthy cooking, books, upto-the-minute fashion and the latest in health and wellness from around the world. We see it as an Aussie show but with an international flavour.”

Melded into it will be topical ‘stuff’ from Kerrie and her US-born television producer hubby’s friends and celebrities in Tinsel Town aka Hollywood.

“And one of the best things about the pilot is it features a long segment on Noosa – aerials shots and the beautiful surrounds.

“In the future we see Noosa as the place where we live and produce television from however we’ll continue to have a US base. Many of our friends have wedding to her darling Kenn Coppenhaver. And let’s not forget the several offices around the globe including Kenn’s best buddy from late 80s when the vivacious game show host was on Perfect Match college days Michael Lewis, the CEO of Real 3D, the biggest 3D with co-hosts Greg Evans and Dexter the Robot. Also time also for Hollywood film company in the world. We are talking to our friend the powers-to-be in television-land to be suitably impressed with (who also has the best parties), about production possibilities and her pilot for a series called Image.

Michael who’s a Noosaphile, is also looking at setting up an The destination for Friends reunited was unanimous – Noosa. operation in Australia.

Kerrie’s brother Shannon and his family arrived from New York, dad “Noosa lives in our hearts and always will. You can often hear me from Cairns, half brothers and kids from Brisbane and her mum Sue singing “I still call Noosa home”.

Friends reunited

Noosa is one of the most beautiful places on Earth and Alexandra Bay is the best beach

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With over 400 designs made yearly picking whats going to sell and be popular is an art in itself.

Famous for the stars who regularly wear his shoes on the red carpet the publicity reaches a worldwide audience and keeps the brand as one of the most desirable shoes to own for most women in the world.

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It starts with Cinderella.

Then The Wizard of Oz and those ruby red slippers, then ballet shoes... the first hero of your life is a shoe” says Stuart Weitzman the American shoe designer from New York.

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Here in Noosa, owner of Diana’s Shoes Rhonda Bedford recognised the appeal of Stuart Weitzman shoes many years ago and is one of only a handful of stores in Australia where the label is available. “We

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While Australia is a tiny market in comparison to the US, after all New York has the same population as the whole of Australia, Stuart Weitzman still have a loyal base of buyers waiting for the arrival of the latest design. Now complimented with a range of handbags there’s twice the reason to look for the label.

The Artistry of Stuart Weitzman shoes shines through in the inventive combinations of materials that have long been a hallmark of the brand. Buttery leathers, nappa patents, custom-made lace, jewellery ornaments, stunning crystals and more all come together in new ways that surprise and delight.

Stuart is always on the lookout for new and exciting materials, as well as inventive takes on classic designs.

You never know what to expect with each collection, as even rain boots become runway ready in the Stuart Weitzman world.

So what makes a Stuart Weitzman creation so special? Each one is a marvel of design, engineering and craftsmanship.You’ll be surprised to learn that each shoe: Is touched by up to 30 craftsmen, Is as carefully engineered for comfort as it is for style, takes 6-7 weeks to fabricate, has been seen through the entire process, from sketch to manufacture and packaging, by Stuart himself.

“I design shoes to make women happy”... Stuart Weitzman understands that a great shoe is about more than form or function; it is about making a woman feel beautiful. For over 30 years, Stuart has been committed to creating this experience, making shoes that caress, adorn and adore a woman's foot shoes that ignite her imagination, making her feel glamorous.

For her, he produces over 600 styles a year, inventing new silhouettes, adapting wondrous materials and engineering the most comfortable fit.

His sense of whimsy gives the designs their unique playfulness. Weitzman's native city, New York, provides the perfect backdrop for his style, and his personal connection to his audience fuels his creative instinct and inspires the overall character of the company.

Available from Diana’s of Noosa, Bay Village, Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

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“A fairyland of chic indulgence"

pamper yourself DISCOVER THE TEMPTATIONS OF MADISON FRAGRANCE...

MOR / Wild Bath Body / The Aromatherapy Company Durance en Provence / Tonic Bath & Body Products Bathroom Accessories Skin Care Gifts Candles & Soaps Shop 7, Parkyn Court, Noosa Marina, Tewantin Ph: 5440 5171 - www.madisonfragrance.com.au Open 7 Days Mon to Fri 10-5pm, Sat 9-4pm & Sun 9-3pm.

Dr Lesley Short Specialist Orthodontist for over 20 years

Specialising in facial aesthetics and improving your self confidence!

A state-of-the-art clinic with all the latest techniques, materials and equipment to provide the ultimate orthodontic treatment tailored to your individual needs.

• Clear & Metal Braces • Lingual Appliances (tongue side of teeth) • Invisalign (clear aligners) • For Children & Adults

Discover a sumptuous selection of divine products, fabulous décor with a flash of French style, together with little packages of daintiness each adorned with an intricate ribbon... body butters, bath bombs, natural skincare ranges for men and women, bathroom accessories and so much more. A place where you will find yourself happily encased in the heart of feminine temptation In this chic, girly wonderland of specialised brands including The Aromatherapy Company, Tonic, Durance, Voluspa, Provence Sante, Mozi, Saison, Wild Bath & Body, MOR and Wedgwood, as well as Madison Fragrance’s own handmade signature line of bath & beauty treats, your every wish can come true.

Madison Fragrance is a fairyland of feminine allure that will have you smiling from the moment you enter to the moment you leave.

Take the time to indulge your senses in a haven of bath, body, pamper and giftware delights for someone specal or simply to reward yourself!

Sasha Drake Pol Louche Funkis MiMi FiRST Toko Emporium Frey Rosie and Dixie also children’s labels

Mini Metalicus Two Belles Tommy Rocket

11/2 Quamby Place

NOOSA SOUND Ph: 5447 5040

110 Poinciana Avenue

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Become a member of Stephanies Spa Club this summer and enjoy the ultimate in spa indulgence Club Members will enjoy; A FREE signature Vino Therapy exfoliation

10%* off all signature treatments

A FREE Spa product welcome gift (total value including treatment $178)

10% off all products, including Payot, Terrake and spa gift lines

A FREE treatment each month* for the life of the membership

Invitations to member only events and seasonal special offers

10% off all Gift Vouchers

Stephanies® Spa Club is just $249 for 12 months and offers huge spa savings

“Creating beautiful spa journeys” Australian designed and made – Limited quantities for the individual look – Quality accessories

tel: 07 5473 5353 Outrigger Little Hastings Street Resort and Spa, NOOSA

Noosa Heads 22 Sunshine Beach Road T 5474 8922 and stores throughout Melbourne

www.stephanies.com.au Terms and conditions apply. For full T&C’s please contact Stephanies® Ocean Spa on 07 5473 5353

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IMPORTED VINTAGE CLOTHING... unique children’s wear from USA and made in Noosa…

Hand made and vintage dresses from New Zealand… more interesting and exclusive items always arriving … plus our own exclusive label (coming soon)”

•Pampering Packages •Body Treatments •Massages •Spa Packages •Aveda Facials •Spray Tan •Gift Vouchers – And all your beauty essentials – Courtesy Pick up and Drop off Service Available SPA PACKAGE Aveda Signature Facial - 60 Minutes Plus Full Body Relaxation Massage - 60 Minutes Walnut Foot Soak Whilst enjoying a Glass of Champagne Only $185.00 Located at South Pacific Resort 179 Weyba Road Noosaville.

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At the Commerce Centre in Commerce Court Noosaville…. ”where parking is a breeze” Open to public Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm “or find us on the net” www.rocksculptures.com.au

European styled imported shoes...

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Mary Randles Bounce Hair & Image

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YOURSELF

Is your hairstyle looking dull and uninteresting?

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hy not make an appointment to have a consultation with a hairstylist that is not only a good cutter but who also understands about hair and face combinations.

Mary Randles of Bounce Hair Dressing says “a great hairstyle represents who you are and it should reflect your personality. I often find myself looking at people’s hair and thinking that’s definitely not you! Have you ever walked behind someone admiring their lovely long locks and suddenly they turn around and the youthful hairstyle has a very aged face!”

Autumn is a great time to choose a new hairstyle, as the humid weather has left us, making it easier to care for a more groomed style. The trend for this season is soft feminine lines using volume and body to enhance the whole feminine look. It’s all about flaunting healthy hair with lots of movement. Round brush blow drying is definitely back as its essential for creating body and shape.

Work with the seasons and change your colour accordingly. Autumn is the season for softer and warmer tones. Be careful selecting the right toner, you can transform your hair colour to best suit your complexion.

Cool sophistication --> ash pearl

Warmer tones --> wheat low lights and balayage for blondes to softly darken colour but maintaining blonde shades for a natural blonde effect.

Two of the most common questions I get asked by clients are ; 1. My hair seems to have lost its shine how is it possible to get the shine and life back?

Answer: Through Wella Colour Touch Semi Permanent colour you achieve ultimate shine and vitality, without having to retouch the roots every 6 weeks. This is an ammonia free colour that lasts up to 28 washes with conditioning agents that leaves your hair healthy and shiny. Colour Touch is a low maintenance colour and is suitable for clients with dark blonde to black hair.

2. I colour my hair every 6-8 weeks, but it seems to go brassy after 4-6 weeks. How would I prevent that and what would be the possible way of maintaining my hair colour?

Answer: Through natural aggressions like sun, humidity, ocean and chlorine water we always seem to loose the vitality of our hair colour. Kerastase Aqua Seal from the sun range is a great protecting spray that seals the hair and prevent colour from fading. To maintain your colour it is advisable to book in for a blow-dry in our Blow-dry Lounge and to ask for a toner to counteract the brassiness, giving you longevity in your colour.

So ladies pick up the phone, book that appointment and love your hair!

Mary Randles

Shoes Upper level Sunshine Plaza Maroochydore. 5443 5669

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Resort Fashion, Shoes, Bags & Accessories

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Serious body art

Australia’s premier body art event, The Australian Body Art Carnivale held annually in the artistic hinterland town of Eumundi, promises a magical experience for all ages.

“While we attract great crowds keen to watch artists at work using human bodies as their canvas, it’s worth noting that the event is more than just body art,” says event manager Danielle Taylor.

“There will be feast of other entertainment including a gala launch on the Friday night with the Masked Gallery Art Walk, competitions and exhibitions in pavement art, wearable art, vehicle art, indigenous art and photography, as well as world-class street performers, workshops, plus a Saturday evening sunset Street Party.

“Music will again form a major part of this year’s Carnivale, as we partner with Music Association Sunshine Coast Inc, to host the Eumundi Live music festival with a great line-up of free live bands.”

This year’s competition theme is magic and is open to artistic interpretation. “For artists, the Carnivale presents an opportunity to showcase their creativity, experience the amazing atmosphere of the Carnivale and compete for over $13,000 in cash and prizes.”

The Australian Body Art Carnivale will be held from 13 to 15 May 2011. For further information or to register as a competitor, visit www.australianbodyart.com.au.

Body art by Katrina Farrar a specialist in airbrush tattoos

199 Gympie Tce Noosaville 4567 (next to newsagent) Ph 07 5449 7599 Fax 07 5474 2958 Email dkenway@ozemail.com.au

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Abakus Designs Eumundi Square next to Eumundi Markets

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Diamonds on the soles of her shoes THERE’S NOTHING WOBBLY ABOUT JELLY SANDALS ESPECIALLY, AS HELEN FLANAGAN FOUND OUT, A DESIGNED-IN-NOOSA BRAND WHICH HAS CRACKED THE FIERCELY COMPETITIVE GLOBAL SHOE MARKET.

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hat is it about shoes? Who can forget the bright, blingy satin blue, silver buckled Manolo Blahniks from Sex and the City; Carrie Bradshaw’s every woman’s dream walkin-robe with myriad gorgeous rows; former first lady Imelda Marcos owning up to having a fetish and 1,060 pairs; and Oprah Winfrey saying “I still have my feet on the ground, I just wear better shoes.”

Well on its way to being etched in the annals of shoebiz history is Ben Nothling and Natalie Miller’s Holster Fashion.

Might sound a far-fetched idea until you consider the jelly sandals, espadrille wedges and more have been seen on the feet of celebs and even royalty worldwide including Dannii Minogue, Katie Price aka Jordan, Kristy Hinze, Sophie Monk and the Duchess of Kent.

They’ve even been called the ‘Rolls Royce of jelly shoes’ by a leading UK retailer and are sold in over 40 countries. Not bad for a couple who started with surfboard covers, shell belts and leather sandals imported from Indonesia.

Brisbane-born Ben 35, the business director of Holster Fashion says Noosa-born Natalie 28, who he met in Hastings Street and is his business partner and wife, quit university studies when the brand took off in 2002.

“We realised it was better for Natalie to focus on design rather than a uni degree, whilst I oversee the general running of the company, the production and delivery, shipping and managing all the distributors,“ comments Ben, who admits to a serious addiction to surfing, “the best sport in the world and the only way to unleash stress.

“The Holster idea was conceived in Indonesia and in 2001 I registered the name which comes from the notion that when you go surfing in places like Indonesia, you sometimes take a surfboard called a gun for big surf. So where do you put your gun? In a holster.

“We really stumbled into the business. I remember one afternoon sitting on the deck at home and Nat said she thought a shoe would look nice in a certain way, so we grabbed some leather

materials and started cutting and sticking them together to make the first Holster shoe design. I contacted suppliers but many didn’t want to deal with us because of the small quantities, however found one and in went our first order for 1200 pairs. It sold really well and we knew we were onto something.

“Our first range of footwear was leather sandals from Indonesia.

Selfridges did a nice order for these so we knew that we had half an idea if a massive account like them ordered your shoes. Now they order jellies from us each season.”

In 2004, Natalie decided to use her natural flair for design to produce a range of jelly sandals, a relatively untouched niche in the adult footwear market. She focused on quality and detail, with the addition of bling diamante embellishments. It is this creative point of difference that has been Holster Fashion’s key to global success, further supported by an unparalleled commitment to high calibre production by their two Asian-based manufacturers.

Jellies can be worn from the beach to the bar, are odour resistant, comfortable and have a slight arch support which is better for posture compared to wearing flat rubber thongs.

Holster has 250 accounts in Australia including David Jones; ritzy stores in the UK such as Harvey Nicholls, Fenwicks, Russell & Bromley and Bentalls are stockists; and there’s a growing on-line business, however with all market leaders, other brands and factories are copying their designs causing many headaches and the need to constantly stay ahead. Despite all that they’ve made the decision to always reside and work in Noosa.

“With the internet you can run a business from anywhere plus we’d never live in a city because here is the perfect place to live and a great environment to bring up children,” says Ben who’s excited about the imminent birth of their son. “Plus we love bush walking with our dogs, stand up paddle boarding and surfing, dining at say Rickys and Wasabi and enjoying a Heineken Beer, SA red wine or Margaret River rose.

“Hopefully Holster will be the number one sandal brand in the world within 10 years. That’s our goal. Seeing women in other parts of the world wearing our shoes makes us the happiest. It’s more a feeling of achievement than looking at the bank account.”

Noosa: Shop 2, Sheraton Retail, 14 Hastings St ph 07 5474 8211 Port Douglas: Shop 2, Saltwater, Macrossan St ph 07 4099 6211 Gold Coast: Shop 1, 18 Tedder Ave ph 07 5591 2855

www.blueheavenboutiques.com.au

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Living in a Simone Leete

Making jewellery from liquorice allsorts and iced Vovo biscuits became the genesis to unpicking old lace and creating glamorous frocks, writes Helen Flanagan.

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imone Leete is sold on vintage. Her great aunt Marjorie designed and made bridal gowns which grew into the whole shebang from offering cakes to car hire “Her house was like a treasure trove and she was always behind the sewing machine,” says Brisbaneborn Simone who became hooked on sewing and made her first garment, a pair of knickers when just nine, on a treadle machine similar to the one she has today. “She also made my mum’s clothes, some of mine and I still wear a black dress and beaded jacket which aunty Marjorie made for a wedding in Toowoomba when Mum was 17. I keep beautiful glass beads, buttons and laces stored in original 1940s Permaset (fabric ink) glass jars and just love and am inspired by the glamour and style of years gone-by.

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pattern making and often I adapted shop-bought patterns or vintage ones such as a jacket made in vintage brocade, for my school formal.

“I am somewhat trend-driven or does that mean a victim of fashion? I used to hand paint T-shirts, dye Volley sandshoes, make studded leather belts and feather earrings. I still enjoy designing and making jewellery and accessories although like to think I’ve graduated since the early 80s when I varnished liquorice allsorts and iced Vovos to make brooches and necklaces and spend hours creating colourful statement pieces such as key rings from chip packets, which I would shrink in the oven.”

Thoughts of working in the theatre materialised in the make-up department of Channel 7 during school holidays. This was followed by helping out on hair shows, photo shoots and live theatre and she designed costumes, painted the set and did makeup for the year 12 show. A year of studying costume and set design was the entrée to becoming a production assistant at Expo 88.

“It was an incredible experience helping designers bring their creations to life using anything from fibre glass, foam, mirrors and lighting plus thinking outside the box to ensure headpieces were light and could be balanced by the stilt performers.”

Simone and Paul Leete met in high school, married in 1993, and furiously saved for a trip around the world which turned into a big

…design couture style-garments and high-end accessories and have created a number of one-off race wear outfits… for the invitationonly Melbourne Cup Fashions on the Field

material world... adventure although a hard slog as mortgage payments on their first house also had to be met.

“Our first stop was Japan. We were detained at the airport with the threat of being sent home because we didn’t have visas - a slight oversight.

We spent two weeks and nearly our entire savings there arriving in London with just enough money to rent a dodgy bed-sit on the wrong side of town.

“I applied for the job in a beautiful boutique in Bond St and started the next day. Thankfully I was given designer outfits to wear but unfortunately my Doc Martins weren’t appropriate so had to invest in a fabulous pair of silver loafers. Paul worked ridiculously long hours at Terrence Conran’s Quaglinos restaurant.

“The last two months we backpacked around America and Canada which was amazing. Paul tells the story differently because he had to carry all of his belongings and half of mine. You never know when a girl needs to throw on a pair of lime snake skin sandals or a fabulous sequinned frock do you?”

After their move to Noosa in 1997, with Paul ensconced as executive chef of Sails, Simone was in her element dressing up for work and styling customers at boutiques such as Morag’s and Toscani. At the same time she was itching to realise her dream of becoming a designer. Mimi First was launched at Sydney’s Fashion Exposed in 2008.

“The success is in the Forever & Always lifestyle clothing range which I design and have the production done in Bali. The collection is made up of easy care fashion essentials, is very feminine and in viscose with many styles featuring silk detail and colours exclusive

to Mimi,” says the ever-smiling, red-lipped Simone who is enamoured with her and Paul’s lifestyle which includes morning swims on Main Beach, afternoons unwinding on the jetty with a glass of wine and at home, admiring Paul’s prolific garden and his other ‘girls’ – Audrey the pussy and five eggs-cellent chickens.

“I enjoy the freedom of design process, am drawn to natural fibres and of course vintage fabrics. I do all of the fabric dying, printing, beading and hand finishing. I also design couture stylegarments and high-end accessories and have created a number of one-off race wear outfits including shoes, handbags and jewellery for the invitation-only Melbourne Cup Fashions on the Field with entrants hand-picked by the organisers. I’ve been fortunate enough to finish in the top 10, three out of four times.”

The 2010 entry, a structured dress and cape was complemented by a modern twist on a turban plus a commissioned jewelencrusted fingerless glove. This year bets are on that MiMi First will be first.

Simone Leete Melbourne Cup Day favourite Top left: Simone Leete Hair and makeup by Annette Cacciola

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Jupiter

exciting new labels for winter mens wear Christophe Auguin Boat Shoes Coast David Smith Jupiter Shirts Musto Nautica Rembarandt Speedo

Anna Hoffman

ladies wear

Anna Hoffmann

Oasis Arcade, Peregian Beach Village

Rock Revival

Tel 5448 3044

Anna Hoffmann Belledini Carmels Design Corfu Hammock and Vine MacJays Musto PJ Jeans RJ Wear Meredith

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Peregian Beach...

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!

Tan West Bag by Nancybird - from Evolve mum baby home

SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT THINGS

We stock many International Brands, Alessi, Tivoli Audio, Geneva Mandarina Duck, My Walit, Mondaine, Acme, Six Stitches, Moleskine, Gorgeous Jewellery, Clothing, Home, Office and Fun Stuff. Come in and see us soon

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Peregian Beach...

Jupiter Shirts & Clothing available from High Tide Mark Mens & Ladies wear Peregian Square

Evolve-mum baby home is for those who love "different".

The stylish pregnancy fashion from Soon Melbourne, Ripe and Szabo will brighten the most sleep deprived mummy. The extensive range of Elk Accessories, quirky Dick and Dora brooches and beautifully crafted Nancybird leather bags and wallets are a perfect complement to the slouchy appeal of the Walnut slip on canvas tennis shoe Evolve-mbh has temptation in the form of delicate ceramics from Have you met Miss Jones or maybe journals and stationery from Orla Kiely and Poppies for Grace.

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, home and office, recently opened in Peregian is the first store in Australia following successful stores in New Zealand, now in their 20th year. Stocking many international brands: Alessi, Tivoli Audio, Geneva, Acme, Mondaine, Moleskine, Savon de Marsaille, Power Balance, Ritzenhoff, also Clothing and many quirky, amazing gifts.

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.

Shanghai Sally's Tea and Furniture Emporium Offering indoor and alfresco seating, this chic showroom cum cafĂŠ boasts unique, hand-selected pieces including an eclectic array of handmade furnishings and accessories, as well as over 70 teas and organic coffee. Frequent buying trips to Shanghai provide an ever-changing array of styles and new items with each piece being personally selected for the delight of their customers. Owners Emily and Ryan O'Rourke are also happy to source specific pieces to meet customer's individual needs.

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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The Boardwalk - David Low Way Peregian Beach p. 5471 3746

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Crazy litt le thing called music...

After an unbelievable journey on X-Factor, mentored along the way by Kyle Sandilands, Helen Flanagan thinks Andrew Lawson has the world on a string.

he Sony Music recording contract was within arm’s reach, but snaffled in the XFactor finals by Altiyan Childs with Sally Chatfield, the runner-up. Tears welled when the fresh-faced, laidback Andrew Lawson received a standing ovation and missed out on the final two spots with his rendition of Sinatra’s Fly Me To The Moon. But from his first audition to singing with James Blunt, he proved he has the talent to go places.

Where did it all start? Born in Northern Ireland Andrew, his sister Alex and parents Julie and Harry, moved to New Zealand when he was six years old, then to Cooroy about five years ago. Julie says the family was surrounded my music, from in the car to ‘performing’ for grandparents, especially songs by Harry’s idols Elvis, Sinatra, Dean Martin and Willie Nelson: “Andrew started playing guitar at seven, took to the stage for the first time at the Dannevirke South School prize giving presentation, did a lot of singing in primary school, formed a band with him as lead singer and cut a disc to raise money for a new drum kit for the school.

“Singing is the first thing he does when he gets up, the last thing he does before bed and he chose jazz when he auditioned for the Queensland Conservatorium, studying for a bachelor of Music degree, which he later dropped out of,” recalls Julie, who is PA to the principal of a real estate company, went to the 7 Network’s Sydney studios for every performance and thought: “Sundays were fine however the first elimination night and the following eight Mondays were nerve wrecking.” ''I just stopped going to the Conservatorium,” explains Andrew, who describes his songwriting as “John Mayer's lyrics style; Jack

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Johnson's sort of cruisey guitar playing.

“The performance side I loved and I was nailing performance but when it came to the theory...hmm. My parents were shocked and wondered what I was going to do.

But I said something will happen.

Auditions for X-Factor and the thought of kick-starting my career came along so something happened.''

Andrew returned briefly to his former school Sunshine Beach High, landing on the oval which was swathed in a sea of ‘I love Andrew’ signs, in the X-Factor helicopter. He performed a duet of the R & B classic Shake Your Tail Feather with sister Alex and had dinner at home with his family and Kyle Sandilands, the celebrity judge that everybody loves to hate and who certainly doesn’t beat around the bush, before heading to the Noosa Surf Lifesaving Club for another performance.

“It was a surreal experience - crazy, really crazy,” says a thrilled Andrew who’s inspired by John Mayer’s endless talent and of course Michael Bublé. Although there’s a veil of secrecy surrounding Andrew’s future plans, a move to Sydney was mooted, also interested sponsors including a clothing label and needless to say touring nationally and internationally are high on the agenda: “I’d love to make a living from singing and performing, and be a musician who is respected and brings something new to the industry. I know I have something different to everyone else. A music career, that’s definitely the only thing I'm good at.

“But I’ll never forget Noosa. Nothing beats the beach and the surf or Friday night barbecues in the Lions Park with my friends. I’ll be back.”

Andrew Lawson on 7 Network’s The X-Factor

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Paklite Hydrogen Lightweight luggage…

Paklite’s new lightweight Hydrogen luggage collection is designed for the modern day airline traveller. Weight (or lack of weight) has become a key factor in the decision making process of the savvy travel goods consumer.

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hoosing luggage now requires careful consideration of several factors including airline weight allowances, restriction on cabin size dimensions, not to mention the cost of the bags.

The Hydrogen series meets all these requirement while not compromising on construction or quality of materials and components.

Paklite delivers to the market an excellent value for money luggage range with great features and style.

The Hydrogen range is available in 3 sizes with incredibly lightweight construction and fantastic functionality.

48cm Trolley Case (Cabin Size) 2.5Kg - RRP $189.00 Size: 46 x 35 x 25cm 40L 61cm Trolley Case (Expandable) 3.6Kg - RRP $239.00 Size: 61 x 40 x 27/32cm 65L

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71cm Trolley Case (Expandable) 3.9Kg - RRP $269.00 Size: 71 x 46 x 30/35cm 95L Paklite incorporates high density laminated polyester fabrics, lightweight locking aluminium trolley handles and smooth free flowing bearing wheels to make transporting and manoeuvring you luggage a breeze. All components are rigorously tested in development and meet Paklite’s requirements for Quality control in production.

Luggage today has also become more than just a way to transport your clothes from point A to B. You need to look good doing it. It’s for this reason that Paklite has introduced this sleek fashionable range with fantastic colour choices. The introduction of the female specific Charcoal colour with Pink trim is a tasteful and fun alternative to the standard luggage colours available on the market. For a conservative option there is the Black with Mustard trim.

Paklite’s Hydrogen Luggage is available now at the: NOOSA BAG SHOP 1/19 Sunshine Beach Rd, NOOSA HEADS

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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.

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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.

MOFO provides Noosa's discerning man with a much needed fashion alternative. This boutique sources limited release labels from around Australia and the world, in the latest up to date seasonal trends. Be a leader not a follower. Check out MOFO. At Lou Lou, Metalicus and Mesop’s ranges of summer treats mean layering options are endless with cotton wool and body tight. With the warmer months upon us, Wyse body wear is a luxurious garment made with a delicate fabric known as modal, available in leggings, dresses, skirts and tops.

Newton’s Apple Recognising the need for alternatives to computer games and TV, locals Barbara and Jonathan opened Newton’s Apple, which has now become Noosa’s

favourite fun and games shop. “We firmly believe in the importance of playing games when family and friends get together.” “We have so much fun chatting with our customers, explaining the games and helping them choose the right one. Many games are on display open, ready to play, so that we can demonstrate them better. Many customers talk of the wonderful memories they have of playing games throughout their lives. We often hear ‘I remember playing this, it was so much fun.'

We're not just about games, we have something to interest everyone.

At Minx & Max Conveniently located across from Coles Noosa Fair, Minx & Max' new winter collections are now in store! If looking sharp whilst freedom of movement is essential to your lifestyle Minx & Max will not disappoint. Minx & Max is about the fabrics, the fit and the look with premium labels such as Nicola Waite, Nic, Verge, Meredith, Nougat, Katherine and Seduce. Minx & Max' accessory collection brings it all together in one easy location!

Nicola Waite Muccia Nic Verge Meredith Seduce Katherine Rebecca Thompson Senso Escapulario Nougat

•Spiritual Books•Meaningful Gifts •Crystals•Psychic Readings

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm / Sat 9am-2pm Shop 3/18 Lanyana Way NOOSA JUNCTION

Shop 3/36 Sunshine Beach Rd Noosa Junction Phone 5448 0166

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Shells by Pauline After four successful years at the Eumundi Markets, Shells by Pauline has a Noosa address in Arcadia Walk. The shop, featuring a sandcovered floor, is an art gallery as well as a retail shop and also houses the artist's workshop.

Lotus Rose Emporium creates the casual relaxed Noosa style with their latest imported fashion designs - all affordable comfort and with practical ease of wear. Light cottons, linens and silks up to size 22 for women and for men to XXL in cotton and linen. Lasting treasures also in a large collection of sterling and ethnic jewellery.

I Cherry Shoes has the latest range of beautiful imported Italian, Brazilian, French and Spanish designs ranging from casual, comfort, daytime to evening plus hats, fascinators and bags for race wear, weddings and formal occasions.

Ready or Not New ladies designer store just opened in the Junction is Ready or Not - with simply beautiful clothing for women their mantra you will be most impredded with the imported range of label including - Hunkydory from Stockholm, Joie from France, Gold Hawk, Serfontaine Equipment and Arnold Zimberg from the USA

men’s style Men's Style, Autumn/Winter 2011: Autumn and winter is on it's way, giving men a great excuse to wear a little more than t-shirts and shorts. Slim-fit chinos continue into winter with cords starting to make their appearance in an array of colours.

Khaki and gunmetal grey are new seasons colours in shirts and tees, as well as lumberjack style check shirts. (Think more Rockies gent than bogun.)

Back to the 80's, teaming denim on denim and stone washed denim shirts. Knits in the style of Breton fishermen - bold stripes and buttoned shoulders.

Military inspired shirts and jackets are big. If you can find an army surplus store or op shop selling Dutch or Italian army shirts you have struck gold. Team with desert boots and a flat cap. Sorted.

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WWW.MOFOCLOTHING.COM.AU

HUNKYDORY - Stockholm Joie - France Gold Hawk - USA Serfontaine - USA Fuego - France Equpment - USA Arnold Zimberg - USA Also boutique labels

Sete di Jaipur - scarves Samvara - leather

Simply Beautiful Clothing For Women 32b Sunshine Beach Rd

Noosa Heads Ph: 07 5448 0600 readyornotnoosa@hotmail.com

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in the stores...

Cranium Wow & Articulate for Kids Cranium Wow is a fast-paced, addictive, and downright fun game that manages to uncover all player’s talents - or lack thereof.

Articulate for Kids is lively, fast moving and loads of fun for ages 6+. Compiled by an educational specialist.

Available from Newton’s Apple Noosa Junction

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Noosa Shell Arts & Crafts Unique, Beautiful, Different!

Arts and Crafts, Homewares, Shell Candles, Loose Shells, Coral, Gifts, Driftwood, Frames, Weddings, Mirrors, Beach Fashion, Work from Local Artists and much more…

SHELL ART WORKSHOP ON SATURDAYS & MONDAYS! Kids & Adults Welcome

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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Shop 7, Arcadia Street, Noosa Junction 0422 927 700 Also merchandising Wednesdays at Eumundi Markets or Online

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Unique decor items, clothing, soaps and fragrances....

Bella Rustique - Noosa Junction

Beautiful unique scented shell candle vases.

Different colours, shapes, vases and prices available Handmade in Noosa by Shells by Pauline, Noosa Junction

A home makers delight... always something special and different to make a house a home...

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FURNITURE•HOMEWARES•GIFTS•CUSHIONS New high quality outdoor synthetic woven cane range, with outdoor quality cushions

“We are continually sourcing new products and designs to help you achieve an environment that best expresses your personal style.”

HUGE SELECTION OF CUSHIONS 8 Sunshine Beach Road Noosa Junction QLD 4567 Ph: 07 5447 3722 Open 7 days, Sat 10-4pm, Sun 10-2pm www.casanoosainteriors.com.au

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here’s a wealth of cuisine choices, a veritable cornucopia of produce, flavours, herbs and spices, thanks to Australia’s mix of cultures. Ranging from classic French and Italian to spicy Moroccan and Thai and so often cleverly combined to be modern Australian cuisine, we are spoilt for choice.

Given an almost perfect sub-tropical climate, rich organic soils, sustainable farming and agriculture, bountiful seas and clean waterways, talented and energetic chefs continually bring us top-class fare using the freshest ingredients imaginable – truly

impressive variety and consistent quality.

Foraging at local farmers markets it’s not unusual to bump into a chef checking out seasonal produce such as fragrant heirloom and baby roma tomatoes, crunchy beans, picked-this-morning salad leaves, ripe figs, delicious apples, creamy avocados, swiss brown mushrooms, beurre bosc pears, wild garlic, rhubarb, artisan breads, and local limes which have been value-added and turned into amazing salt or been preserved.

Always buy, cook and eat produce in season, when it’s filled with maximum flavour and indisputably tastes better.

Bernadette O’Shea. Featuring a degustation dinner with a Champagne to match each course, the line up is one of note with Ruinart "R" de Ruinart NV, G.H. Mumm de Cramant, Louis Roederer Rose 2000, Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Nicolas François oodies all over the Sunshine Coast Billecart 2002 and Champagne have their tastebuds tingling in Philipponnat Sublime Reserve. With anticipation at the thought of this commentary from Bernadette herself, the year’s “A Taste of Coolum” event to be held dinner promises to be a true highlight of at the Hyatt Regency Coolum resort from the weekend.

24 to 26 June 2011.

Swing into Saturday with the famous An increasingly popular annual event, “A (and infamous!) Winemakers Cup Golf Day, Taste of Coolum” is three action-packed where serious golf takes a backseat to wine days of food, wine, golf and fun guaranteed tasting, novelty holes, prizes and downright to whet the appetite of everyone who fun, before making your way to one of two loves a true gourmet experience. winemakers dinner - ‘A Night in Italy’ in the The weekend starts off in fabulous style Village Square or the Tri-nations Dinner in with a Champagne dinner hosted by the Eliza’s. queen of everything sparkling herself, Which to choose? Dinner with some of

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Australia’s best exponents of Italian-style grape varieties including Rollo Crittenden, Pizzini and Dal Zotto as well as roving opera singers and a special guest chef, Luca, from Umbria? Or an evening with Australian, New Zealand and South African wines including Geoff Merrill, Mary-Jeanne Hutchinson for Craggy Range and Stephen Schofield from Africape as they battle it out to see whose wines rule the palate?

And how better to wind up the entire event than with the acclaimed Chefs Alfresco event in the Pavilion on Sunday.

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He is also looking forward to the Noosa Oyster Bay and Yarra Burn. Live Food & Wine Festival when Ma’Mensa hosts ocal accommodation managers and the a dinner with Tony Percuoco from Tartufo, throughout entertainment front of house staff were afforded the afternoon will add to the relaxed plus pairs with his mentor and former boss pleasure of taste testing the new atmosphere, providing the perfect end Glen cooking a for Bowman season menu at Blue Angel. to the perfect weekend. demonstration.

As the afternoon event launched into Enjoy your very own “Taste of sunset, glasses of wine and beer were the Coolum” with Winemaker Dinners perfect accompaniment to the tasty starting from $85 per person for ‘A Night delights from chef/owner Daniel Mosedale. in Italy’ to $295 per person for the New menu items included Betel leaves Champagne dinner with Bernadette O’Shea including all food and beverage, hether school holidays or not with Noosa spanner crab, green pawpaw, the Winemaker Cup Golf Challenge from there’s always a plethora of ideas peanuts & roast chilli with palm sugar and $140 per person including 18 holes of to keep the little ones lime dressing; Grilled Hervey Bay scallops golf, breakfast and presentation with entertained without blowing the budget at with parsley, garlic and Pernod butter with light snack, and the Chefs Alfresco from the Ginger Factory where fun is seriously brioche crumbs only $75 per person plus $20 for entry addictive. into the Sparkling Garden including all From 16 to 21 April daily Zumbatomic® kids food, beverages and live entertainment. fitness classes with a qualified Kids fitness & Accommodation packages are available Zumbatomic® instructor for four to seven cooking classes at from only $240 per room, per night, based year olds and separate classes for kids aged t’s a fresh new look and team at the Ginger Factory on two adults sharing in a King Room with eight years and over will be held. These Sunshine Beach’s Coconut Grove and continental breakfast. high energy 30-minute choreographed co-owner Andy Esworthy says he is Taste of Coolum – For Lovers of Good classes combine Latin-inspired dance looking forward to the next chapter. “Our Food and Wine, 24-26 June, Hyatt moves with hip-hop, reggaeton and other head chef is Tony Holland-Bennett, who Regency Coolum modern dance styles that kids love, with trained in the UK, has had 20 years For bookings, further information or to great music and are ideal for enhancing experience including here and overseas obtain a brochure, visit coordination, while also burning off some and has a passion for creating traditional www.coolumevents.com or call 07 5449 steam or the odd ice-cream. The classes are dishes adding his own twist.

3430 held undercover in the gardens of the “New sous chef is Andrew Davenport Ginger Factory and parents can join in and who also trained in the UK plus USA and pay the same price as the kids. has worked in Sydney and locally.

Other activities include balloon art sessions “In addition we’ve refreshed the décor, together with the Superbee Live Bee Show; have complemented a new bar area with Overboard – Adventures of a Stowaway; ith Belinda Tuckwell’s reputation and two very special kid’s cooking classes casual tub and cane chairs and the new as a very talented chef you’d with Michelin-starred chef, Erik Van Alphen wine list includes with many more choices think her big shoes would be who will show how easy it is to make by the glass.”

Dishes to look forward to include: grilled difficult to fill but the transition has been deliciously healthy meals including baked cheese, fresh fig, sweet and sour goats as relatively easy. Stepping up to the plate crispy Asian rolls with Vietnamese dipping head chef is Chris Donney, whose been sauce, hand made tagliatelle carbonara and cherries, griddled asparagus salad; fivespiced Byron Bay pork belly, orange and ‘waiting in the wings’ for 18 months. tarts. lemon puffy “My gorgeous sous chef is taking over and I www.buderimgingercookingschool.com.au chilli syrup with char-grilled pak choi; harissa-spiced lamb rump, Israeli cous cous, know he will do a fab job,” says an elated eggplant and yoghurt raita dressing; Bel, who’s been at Ma’Mensa for five years Mauritian-style Bendele duck curry, sweet of and is moving to Surin Beach, north potato, snake beans, coconut milk, jasmine Phuket in Thailand, to take the reigns of a f your children are budding cooks, fans of rice; olive-crusted snapper fillet, confit of in brand new 94 seat restaurant plus deli Junior Masterchef and want to join the local tomatoes, Persian feta salad and basil late April and open a beach show, River Cottage’s Marc Wohner says oil in a filo pastry basket; plus the classic club by December. he has the answer. “Our plan is to have a French dish bouillabaisse, in a local seafood Chris who grew up in rural children’s cooking class each school broth with spiced rouille.

NSW surrounded by fresh holiday with additional ones in the summer his from produce holidays,” says Marc. All children who extensive grandmother’s attend four or more lessons are eligible to garden and orchard, moved to win the River Cottage Junior Cook Award.

Noosa in 2002, started his The classes will include simple pasta Ricky at apprenticeship making, cake and bread baking, ice cream Ricardo’s, completed it at Glen making and more and the emphasis will be Bowman’s Alegria in Sunshine on simple, unprocessed, healthy food - with Beach, travelled around Europe a few Smarties thrown in for added fun.” and worked at Jamie Oliver’s There’ll be two courses of say a main and first UK restaurant, Jamie’s dessert, with numbers limited to eight to Italian with chefs such as 10, and aged from six. Parents/carers are Contaldo, who Gennaro welcome to stay for the session and enjoy instilled in him the passion for coffee with pastries while the kids cook, modern Italian cuisine and the then enjoy the fruits of their labours joys of making fresh pasta for together. Cost is $55 for children including hundreds of people daily. This a River Cottage junior T-shirt and $35 for prompted him to go to Italy Tony Holland-Bennett & Andrew Davenport parents. and finesse the art of simple Caio Belinda and Salve Chris

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From humble beginnings as a tiny regional event ten years ago, the Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival, one of the nation’s stellar food events has now reached international status.

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here in the world can you savour exemplary creative culinary talent including seven of the world’s best chefs, outstanding paddock-to-plate and sea-to-plate ingredients from innovative producers, be face-to-face with celebrity chefs, food critics, winemakers and industry luminaries, plus dine, wine, taste, talk, lunch, learn, live it up, be entertained, enthralled and more? In Noosa, from May 13-15 at the Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival.

Selected from the ranks of the prestigious S. Pellegrino Top 100 Restaurants of the world list for the Qantas Best Dinner in the World, the internationals include Luke Dale-Roberts, whose former Cape Town restaurant La Colombe made it to this year’s number 12 on the list. Joining him will be Italy’s Carlo Cracco, whose restaurant in Milan is number 71; Japan’s Yoshihiro Narisawa whose Les Creations de Narisawa in Tokyo was ranked 24 and Singapore’s Andre Chang whose restaurant Andre a 30 seater, which serves only artisan-grown produce with five or fewer ingredients per dish, is number 39. Aussie chefs on the list and contributing to the star-studded seven-course degustation are Mark Best from Sydney’s Marque, Ben Shewry from Melbourne’s Attica and Tetsuya Wakuda from Tetsuya’s in Sydney. Master of wine matching is James Halliday.

If that all sounds a little rich, there are plenty of cheaper yet not less exciting options in the Lions Park’s festival village.

Under the grand marquee, choose from The Top Tastes of Queensland, a six-course lunch with the best produce, wine and company of famed foodie Jan Power, and chefs Philip Johnson, Ben O’Donoghue, Tony Percuoco, Ryan Squires, Pablo Tordesillas and Lizzie Loel with wines presented by Tony Harper.

Alternatively, you can Lunch with James Halliday and Friends and learn the art of food and wine pairing, whilst enjoying six top-quality Victorian wines accompanied by a Mediterranean fare from chefs Javier Codina, Brad Jolly and Giovanni Pilu.

Or finally escape to the Barossa Valley with Maggie and Saskia Beer for lunch, when they will demonstrate three of their favourite dishes using the finest produce from the region whilst sharing the secrets behind their success. Darren Cosgrove from Yalumba Wines will pair the wines. Saskia and Maggie will also be in Maggie’s Farm Shop on Saturday and Sunday plus give a cooking demonstration on Saturday.

The Asian Food Trail visits the Garnisha Spice Farm where Martin Boetz, Cheong Liew and Luke DaleRoberts will take care of the banquet, Sam Christie the cocktails, Michael Hatcher, the Hungerford wines, and Matt Preston the chat.

One of Australia’s favourite chefs and TV personalities, Gary Mehigan will be on hosting duties on the Seafood Afloat Trail, accompanied by chefs Maurice Esposito, Hajime Horiguchi and David Pugh with the produce hero being Noosa Spanner Crabs, accompanied by Pizzini Wines.

Also in the grand marquee over the weekend will be seminars from food trends to food critics, wine and champagne master classes, a produce market, a contemporary aboriginal art exhibition, kitchen and homewares expo, a Queensland cheese exhibition and celebrity chefs cooking demos. In addition live entertainment includes the Australian Michael Jackson Tribute Show, Rhonda Burchmore and Kylie double Lucy Holmes. You’ll be able to critique the critics who’ll be cooking up Noosa-style street food from Mexican and Chinese to Italian and Balinese; and enjoy dishes from local restaurant food kiosks with wine choices galore. Guest chefs in Noosa restaurants include Hadleigh Troy from Restaurant Amuse in WA at Blue Angel; Javier Codina from Moda in Brisbane at Rickys, Ben O’Donohue from Southbank Surf Club in Brisbane at Bistro C and Tony Percuoco from Tartufo also in Brisbane, at Ma’Mensa.

Jim Berardo, the creator and director of the festival, said 25,000 are expected to attend this year, a massive increase from the 100 or so who were part of the first event, and with 150 contributors including chefs, Shane Bailey, the executive chef of berardo’s, says he has his work cut out co-ordinating everyone and organising all the elements and logistics. From 23 chefs and 23 dishes for the degustation dinners, 5,000 canapés for the opening night party, 1,000 serves for each of the critics, to lifestyle lunches, food trails and more than 20 chefs to prep and assist. And what about wine glasses, yes glasses for 25,000 people and who’s doing the washing up? The mind boggles.

Online bookings and full program details: www.noosafoodandwine.com.au or call 07 5455 4455.

WIN! 2 x WEEKEND GOLD PASSES to AUDI NOOSA FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL 2011 Includes: 13, 14, & 15 May general admission, food & beverage tickets and VIP entry to Audi and Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa hospitality pavilions with preferential concert seating. Value: $590

How to enter: email: info@styleliving.com.au with - WIN Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival Gold Passes - in subject line.

Don’t forget to leave contact details. Closes 6 May 2011.

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Cooking the BOOKS

SHANNON BENNETT’S NEW YORK

by Shannon Bennett and friends, Miegunyah Press, $44.99 “So, what does New York mean to me? Woody Allen films, opulent apartments with snobby doormen and The Russian Tea Room. For some reason, this dining space sticks in my mind as the pinnacle of what all grand dining rooms in New York should feel like ..." Shannon’s second guidebook takes you on a culinary adventure to one of the world’s most exciting cities. From pastrami on rye at Katz’s to a three courses at the Four Seasons, Shannon, with close friends, shares his lists of the best fine dining restaurants, hotels and bars plus where to find the tastiest hot dogs, burgers and cocktails. This lavishly illustrated book will inspire you to jump on the next flight.

The Chef & I

by Vicki Brown and Paul Leete, Bermingham Books $39.95 Because of the proven health benefits of seafood including lowering cardiovascular disease, reduction in the incidence of heart attack and stroke, brain deterioration associated with aging, Vicki, who has been associated with the commercial fishing industry for over 10 years, is on a mission is to get all Australians to increase their seafood intake to at least twice a week.

Noosa’s renowned seafood chef Paul Leete has created everyday family favourite recipes from spanner crab lasagna, roasted crayfish or steamed black mussels, lychee, chilli and coriander to tuna tacos and fish nuggets for the kids for added intake of omega 3s. There are also side dishes including salads and perfect chips plus the perfect end to every meal – chocolate mousse.

Mysore Style Cooking The secret Yogic recipes of Mysore, India

by V. Sandhya, Elephant Publishing RRP $27.95 Mysore Style Cooking is a unique Indian cookbook straight from one of the humblest culinary experts of Mysore, India, Ms. V. Sandhya. This is traditional vegetarian Indian food that you won't find in commercial Indian restaurants. Recipes range from traditional Uppittu and Dosa (mostly for Breakfast) through to Palyas, Curries, Sambal, Chutneys and Raitas, as well as sweet dishes such as Pongals and Rasayanas.

You might expect these ‘secret’ recipes to be complicated and mysterious, but they are simple to prepare and full of flavour. Over 60 of these treasured recipes in over 70 pages of beautiful colour images, interspersed with personal stories and images of life.

Manu's French Kitchen Publisher: Penguin Books/Lantern RRP $49.95 This is a book for lovers of traditional French food and those wanting to learn the skills handed down from mother to son in a real French home kitchen. Manu has dedicated the book to his son, Jonti who will no doubt follow in his father's larger than life footsteps. Manu Feildel, TV celebrity chef, restaurateur and executive chef of the acclaimed L'etoile Restaurant in Paddington, Sydney - brings us a cook book filled with his favourite dishes and the easy to follow instructions to bring these recipes to life in your own home. Written with heart and full of practical advice for the home cook, Manu's first cookbook is the perfect introduction to one of the world's great cuisines.

These recipes are close to his heart and mirror the style of food he enjoyed while growing up in Nantes Brittany, a region with a strong cultural and culinary identity, blessed with wonderful bounties from the land and sea.

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Refreshing acidy and perfume Whether it’s smothering a pavlova or shaking it up in a cocktail, passionfruit remains an Aussie favourite.

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ostalgic memories of the prolific passiflora edulis or common passionfruit vine climbing vigorously over everything in back gardens or squeezing out the sun-warmed fresh pulp and popping it straight into the mouth, are common. And did you think it was named because it created a passion in the people who ate it? Wrong.

The passionfruit is native to Brazil and when the Jesuit missionaries first saw it they thought the striking flowers portrayed the Crucifixion. Passion in this instance means suffering rather than pleasure, because it shows the ten petals and sepals representing the apostles; the crown of thorns was seen in the filaments; the five anthers represented the five wounds; three stigmas were allied with the nails; and the vine’s tendrils equated to the whips.

There are several hundred species of passionfruit mostly coming from the south and central American tropics and it was the Spanish explorers who took it back to Europe then in the early 1800s it was became known in Australia, where there are native several native species.

Botanically a berry, the passionfruit is the size of an egg, round to egg-shaped with a thick, purple skin, which becomes dull and wrinkled as ripened. Inside, the pulp is yellowish-orange, sweet and jelly-like with many edible, black seeds covered in jelly-like pulp.

Varieties vary in size, taste and colour from yellow to banana-shaped and often larger than the purple one.

It is available all year round, and grows abundantly in south-east Queensland and northern NSW, with the peak being December to July.

It’s an excellent source of vitamin C, dietary fibre and beta carotene which the body converts to vitamin A, plus contains more of the B complex vitamins riboflavin and niacin and more iron than other fruits.

Store passionfruit in a fruit bowl for up to 10 days or refrigerate for a longer period. Eat the juicy seeds, discard the skin, cut in half, scoop out the flesh with a spoon and eat, freeze the pulp in ice cube trays for later use or simply freeze the fruit whole.

Passionfruit goes with bananas, cream, custard, ice cream, kiwifruit, meringue, pavlova, orange juice, rum, tropical fruits, yoghurt, and is excellent in fruit salads, drinks, sauces, jam, curd and flummeries. Recipes for ice cream, creams and custards often require passionfruit juice. This should be added later when the custard is cool as it is too acidic to be cooked and will cause curdling.

Passionfruit swizzle Ingredients: 180 ml golden rum - Pampero works well 40 ml lemon juice 60 ml/1/4 cup crème de pêche (peach liqueur) 20 ml sugar syrup 120 ml passionfruit pulp 4 passionfruit halves, to garnish Method; Place all the ingredients in a shaker filled with crushed ice, then swizzle (stir). Pour into four highball glasses, top with extra crushed ice and garnish each drink with the pulp of half a passionfruit.

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MANNING THE STOVES WHILST ENCOURAGING CULINARY TALENT, PUSHING THE MANTRA OF FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE AND RAISING THE BAR OF NOOSA’S CUISINE OF THE SUN, ARE CHEFS SUCH AS GEOFF COHEN, GARETH COLLINS AND DAYLE MERLO. WHAT MAKES THEM TICK?

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hree mates escaped Hastings Street 13 years ago. They set up Trio’s on the River, with Geoff Cohen, who originally hails from leading Sydney restaurants heading the kitchen brigade, a role he relishes to this day. The predominantly seafood restaurant, perched on the Noosa Marina, pumps day and night by consistently meeting the market from fish and chips to aged beef and duck.

“Being at Mooloolaba wharf when the tuna and prawn trawlers dock, is a thrill, similarly at Hervey Bay witnessing the extra large green bugs,” says Geoff who regards Larousse Gastronomique and David Thompson’s Thai Food as his bibles hence his style of classic French and Asian. He is influenced by travels in Thailand and a stickler for harmonious flavours, but wonders who on earth conceived the nonsensical idea of combining red meat and fruit.

“Favourite ingredients include wild garlic, chilli, lemongrass and chef’s best friend salt. Balance is vital so the dish is not over-powering and with a few notable exceptions such as our slow-cooked rosemary-crusted leg of lamb which takes three hours, ingredients should be simply cooked so the flavours speak for themselves.”

Good examples are the ever popular salt and pepper calamari with kaffir lime aioli; asparagus with diaphanous tempura; and a large gold band snapper, which is cooked Thai-style and serves two people.

Geoff says the industry is tough especially when tourist numbers are down, however he continues to mentor his team especially the apprentices, loves to play golf and go surfing in those rare spare moments and after long hours of hard yakka, there’s nothing finer than a Grand Marnier or Cognac.

Before Noosa beckoned, Dayle Merlo was mixing it with the best in the kitchens of Orexis, Tolarno, Florentino and Clichy in Melbourne. Ten years ago, after Palmers and berardo’s he moved to the other side of Hastings Street to Bistro C. “On creative days I get to play, innovate and see what the day will bring,” says Dayle who says his style is eclectic and the industry dynamic. He regards Julie his partner of 26 years a huge influence on his career, ditto his first chef, Alistair Punshon who had an uncompromising passion for doing things exceptionally well. “He coached me to grow way beyond what I thought my limits were, showed me the benefits of hard work, discipline and the truth of a team being bigger than the sum of its parts. He went on to be the director of food and beverage for the Sydney Olympics. “There have been over 50 apprentices in my time here and I really enjoy seeing ‘green but keen’ kids join, then years later getting emails from the UK, Canada, Spain and everywhere in between telling me how well they’re doing or asking for a recipe.”

Dayle says research tends to be via the web these days however Stephanie Alexander’s Cook's Companion and Charmaine Soloman's Complete Asian Cookbook inspire him to twist and tweek.

“Often the best ideas come while trying to balance a menu and make it appealing to as many people as possible, without repeating too many ingredients and use what’s available locally.

“Noosa Red tomatoes are a perennial favourite, Olive Care in Nambour has the best olives and oil I’ve had in years, there are the wicked little seasonal treats like fresh figs, pomegranates and cherries and I'm loving Suncoast Limes,

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especially wicked lime salt, dried limes that infuse a wonderful flavour into curries and I’m addicted to the marmalade.

“A pork belly dish, slow cooked in master stock, sliced, caramelised in maple syrup and served on a prawn and pea nasi goreng with sticky tamarind and Suncoast Lime glaze and a chilli local pineapple relish, shows off some of those flavours.”

Dayle says he’ll eat almost anything but had a lot of trouble understanding the attraction to sea urchins: “When I tried them, I thought they'd been left in the sun for a week before they were served. They can keep them.”

Working in London restaurants many moons ago gave Gareth Collins the taste and the passion. From the Tradewinds Hotel in American Samoa to the Chef de Cuisine of Eliza's Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Coolum via Ricky Ricardo’s, Earth Bistro and Peregian Springs Golf Club, he has plied his craft, reveling in the beautiful locations and inspirational people he has met along the way.

“For ideas, I graze around markets and food shops, check the Internet, refer to Thomas Keller's The French Laundry and dine out,” admits Gareth who describes his cooking style as modern world, and nominates Byron Bay pork, Hervey Bay scallops, Bethonga pineapple, Bendele Farm duck, Queensland soft shell mudcrab, sesame and fennel seeds plus ruby grapefruit as his favourite ingredients.

“Some of the dishes they’re used in are: A beautiful loin of White River veal slow-cooked at a low temperature and served with white preserved tuna and pickled garlic; Petuna ocean trout with potato soufflé, pea puree and lemon creme fraiche; and for the vegetarians I have a dry roasted Bethonga pineapple and snake bean curry with onion bahji, coconut and kaffir lime rice plus pickle potatoes.

“On the bizarre side, I was once given a box of Spanish gooseneck barnacles, the ugliest looking things ever. I had absolutely no idea what to do with them so left them in the fridge, racked my brains for a couple of days as there was no internet and in the end just threw them out. Bit of a shame really. Today of course it would be totally different.”

On the bizarre side, I was once given a box of Spanish gooseneck barnacles, the ugliest looking things ever... Gareth Collins

Left: Gareth Collins, Byron Bay pork belly and Hervey Bay scallops Top: Geoff Cohen and a gold band snapper Above: Dayle Merlo, Noosa Reds and Suncoast Limes

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COSTA

Espresso

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ROASTERY & ESPRESSO BAR

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Winner: 2 Silver medals & Bronze at the CSR Golden Bean Roasting competition 2010/11

t s u j s ’ t I t the aboufee! cof AWARD WINNING ROASTED COFFEE Different blends to choose from A range of accessories and products for home machines also available.

Come in or visit our online store...

Monday to Saturday 7am to 4pm Sunday and public holidays 7am to 1pm

26 Duke Street Sunshine Beach Noosa Ph: 07 5474 9222 email: espresso@costanoosa.com.au www.costanoosa.com.au wholesale enquiries welcome

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1> Rock Salt - Seared Gnocchi - char grilled garlic & chilli prawns, coriander and peanut pesto 2> River Cottage - Hervey Bay scallops 3> Waterfront - Brodetto of fish and shellfish 4> Rickys - Prawn & leek ravioli with lemon creme fraiche, salmon pearls and saffron broth 5> Blue Angel - Coffin Bay oyster with Betel leaves, green papaw, roast chilli, palm sugar and lime dressing 6> Pitchfork - Ocean trout, local scallops with beetroot & micro herbs 7> Wahoo Seafood - Roast Pancetta & garlic Bug tail - spinach puree, goats curd & basil risotto, seasonal figs, aged balsamic reduction 8> Bistro C - Dakota Vale Duck Breast - roasted pink on pistachio polenta with broccolini, cherry relish & rosĂŠ jus 9> Ma Mensa - Queensland strawberries, moscato jelly and vanilla bean panna cotta 10> Tempo - Sauteed prawns, avocado puree, chilli and mint 11> Hyatt Coolum - Speciality of the chef Byron Bay pork belly and Hervey Bay scallops

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Baked Honey Pears with double cream

Serves: 2 Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 20-25 minutes Oven: 200C fan forced

Ingredients: 2 pears (choose from Corella, Red Sensation, Packham, Beurré Bosc or Winter Nellis) Juice of 1 orange and zest of 1/2 orange (zest the orange first then cut it in half and juice it) 1/2 cup honey 1 tbsp brown sugar

Method: 1. Preheat oven.

2. Peel the pears but leave the stems intact, then cut the base off (very minimally) to enable them to stand upright.

3. Mix together the orange juice, honey, zest, and brown sugar.

4. Place the pears in a baking dish and drizzle with the honey syrup.

5. Bake until golden (about 20-25 minutes) and serve with dollops of double cream.

Famous Seafood Restaurant Licensed Restaurant & Bar • Magical views of the glistening Noosa river.

• Fully air-conditioned & heated in winter or open dining.

• Functions and weddings catered for.

LUNCH SPECIAL

5 days a week $26 per head (Sat & Sun $28) “TRIO OF TASTES” choice of 5 mains, glass of wine or soft drink

DINNER SPECIAL Monday to Thursday

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Noosa MARINA, Memorial Drive TEWANTIN P: 5474 4799 F: 5474 3799

www.trios-on-the-river.com

Scones with Persimmon Jam

drawn through it stays set for a few seconds rather than running Serves 8 4 large persimmons (use either original or sweet back into itself. If it is not set, return to the persimmons), seeds removed and flesh chopped heat and continue to 1 lemon simmer. You may 1 cup sugar need to do the test a scones or pikelets, to serve couple of times.

4. When ready, Method: remove the jam 1. Remove the rind from the lemon. Cut in half and juice, from the heat, reserving any seeds you find. remove the lemon Place the persimmons in a large heavy based saucepan or rind and seeds and jam pot and add the sugar, lemon juice, rind and seeds. spoon into hot Heat over medium low heat, stirring until sugar has sterilized jars. dissolved.

Refrigerate.

2. Once the sugar has dissolved, increase the heat to medium and gently simmer. You will need to skim the surface of the jam Tip – try using the a combination of occasionally, this will help the clarity of the finished product. original and sweet persimmons if available 3. After cooking for 30 minutes, take a small spoonful of jam Tip – the rind and seeds of the lemon contain a natural and place it on a flat plate. Draw a line through it with the spoon setting agent called pectin which helps to set the jam. or your finger (careful its hot!). The jam is ready when the line Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes

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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

DIVINE DINING ON THE RIVER - NOOSAVILLE

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Head chef Patrick Williams

Gourmand’s delight

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ooking for an Aladdin’s cave of deli delights, catering and take-out options, fresh produce or delish lunch in a café? Look no further than Belmondos and if you haven’t been there before, guarantee you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Be tempted by freshlymade cake or a chocolate brownie made inhouse…the Greek baklava is worth a trip on its own Gourmet Garlic Crusher

The lunch menu changes daily and is freshly prepared by in-house chef Patrick Williams. There are lots of choices covering many dietary requirements including a gluten-free range, the atmosphere is relaxed yet there’s a creative energy that flows throughout the contemporary stylish warehouse. You’ll be warmly welcomed with big friendly smiles and impressed with the value of the dine-in service. Nothing on the lunch menu is over $10, so it’s he perfect place for business meetings or just a coffee if time is of the essence.

The range of healthy ready-made meals to go, includes citrus salmon, sweet potato and onion patty with capsicum fetta, and smokehouse trout or the classic rich tomato and beef lasagne with parmesan cheese topping. For the weight conscious you must try the fresh salads such as balsamic pear, dried fig, pecan, wild baby rocket and parmesan cheese or Greekstyle salad with Kalamata and Sicilian olives and herbed fetta - absolute winners.

If you’re in a hurry try one of the tasty sandwiches like the latest combo of spicy beef and bean or Dijon paprika ham po boy with cheese, avocado, cherry tomatoes and mayo or the classic smoked salmon, fetta, red onion, caper and dill toastie.

Prefer something lighter then why not stop for a coffee or tea and be tempted by freshly-made cake or a chocolate brownie made in-house by Noosa Whisk. The Greek baklava is worth a trip on its own. Bread is delivered daily from La Miche, renowned for its classic French-style baguettes, sour dough and wholemeal loaves. You will also find a selection of breads from Sols artisan bakery including wonderful ciabatta and hand crafted sourdoughs.

The team at Belmondos provides a high level of customer service with years of knowledge and experience in the food industry. They’re happy to help you in many ways, from putting together a cheese platter, and organising a romantic

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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dinner for two, to adding zest to that traditional roast or answering any queries from how to use miso in a meal, what’s the gen on olive oil, which spices go with what and vegetarian menu ideas.

Belmondos is in Rene Street Noosaville (behind Noosa Civic)

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A crushing idea...

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nhance the flavour of your cooking with the Royal VKB Garlic Crusher from Milk & Sugar.

An original yet organic interpretation of the traditional garlic press, the Royal VKB Garlic Crusher is an innovative fusion of form and functionality.

Designed with no moving parts, the Royal VKB Garlic Crusher rinses clean under warm water, while the stainless steel bar acts as a soap to neutralise any garlic odours from the hands.

An international award-winning design

by Dutch designer Ineke Hans, it is an essential ingredient to any contemporary kitchen. RRP $44.90

Brookfarm Macadamia oil

Macadamia Oil

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artha Stewart, host of one of America’s leading nationally syndicated TV programs, featured Brookfarm Macadamia Oil from Byron Bay on her show recently. The show has an estimated viewing audience of 46 million.

Brookfarm oil was presented in the Tastes of Australia' segment - with the suggestion, “enjoy it and think of Australia.”

Brookfarm’s premium grade macadamia oils are cold-pressed from choice selected Australian macadamia nuts. Australian macadamia oil is widely regarded as one of the healthiest edible oils in the world and is high in monounsaturates. The oil can be cooked at very high temperatures and does not lose its subtle nutty taste and

health characteristics.

Renowned Australian chef Steven Snow is a true ambassador of the Brookfarm oils stating, “I love the freshness and versatility of these very special oils – they really complement my dishes.“ RRP $10 - $12 for more info "http://www.brookfarm.com.au" www.brookfarm.com.au

Sublime lime salt

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oraging at farmers markets is a satisfying way to taste away the morning whilst uncovering gems such as lime salt made by Suncoast Limes.

“It has taken years to perfect it and the process of making each batch is extremely time consuming and labour intensive but the end product is well worth the effort,” says Daniel Tabone who came up with the idea and is reluctant to reveal the recipe. “Each 75 gram grinder of salt requires seven limes and sure, we could cut costs by using a cheaper grade of salt or fewer limes and would probably have a good product, but good is just not good enough. Our motto is ‘quality is everything’, so we only produce the best using the highest quality Australian sea salt and limes.”

Available at selected stores, restaurants & markets

The new ‘in’ crowd has arrived with Villeroy & Boch Caffè Club...

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n keeping with the expanding espresso culture around the globe, Villeroy & Boch has introduced Caffè Club - a fine china range designed to enhance the enjoyment of drinking coffee at home.

Whether it’s a latté, macchiato, espresso or cappuccino - drinking coffee is a daily ritual for many. Caffè Club fuses the art of making a perfect cup with those brief

moments of pure coffee-drinking pleasure, making an ideal partner for the home espresso machine.

A practical set of basics, the new collection features elegant shapes with five different cup sizes and three saucer sizes.

Perfect for mixing and matching, each piece is available in white, caramel or berry, with a choice of bold block colours, sophisticated detailing and unique floral patterns.

A thoughtful gift for any coffee connoisseur, Caffè Club ensures the quality ‘little luxuries’ in life are truly appreciated.

RRP from $11.95 http://eshop.villeroy-boch.com/au/.

Drinking pleasure

Add a touch of real gold to your dish...

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or those who want a memorable dining experience at home or to bring an unforgettable gift to the next dinner party, this gold flake-infused oil is perfect.

West Australian producer Ogilvie & Co use truffles from Manjimup in the South West of Australia, the single biggest truffle producing region in the Southern Hemisphere with a climate and soil ideally suited to growing the valuable fungus.

With a deep, earthy flavour, truffles can enhance the most simple ingredient and transform any dish.

Best used as a finishing touch on a dish.

Just a few drops drizzled on a plate before serving is instantly transformative, especially on a mushroom risotto.

While a gold garnish polishes any plate of food, at Ogilvie & Co. we love to use these oils as a dinner party dip with freshly baked bread. The gold flakes not only set a tone for a night to remember, but provide a perfect point of conversation, bringing people together to appreciate fine flavours worth their weight in gold.

Available in Noosaville from Splendida Fine Foods, Cnr Gympie & Thomas St

Gold flake-infused oil

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BYO Alcohol BYO Love of good food Best BYO 'Restaurant and Catering QLD' 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.

Savour riversi delights 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. Co-

owned 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

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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. Danielle Gjestland’s Wasabi has Hajime Horiguchi plating up contemporary Japanese, which national food critics continually rave about. Danielle says the restaurant is arguably the only land-based restaurant in town where you cannot see other buildings, people walking or cars. The equally popular and casual Rock Salt, with tables spilling out onto the pavement 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. Inside, Stuart and his wife Cassie have created an intimate air-conditioned space in white and charcoal with bold black and

Noosa Wharf, Quamby Place, Noosa Sound

white stripes on the feature walls plus soft lighting. Don’t forget to book especially if you want the cosy banquette.

5449 2255

BYO

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.

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ide Those with an eye and an inquiring mind for real estate

This creates a wonderful environment in which to work

will have a field day peering into the windows of Tom

and needless to say a lot of walk-in business,� says the

Offermann Real Estate which also looks after holiday

perennially happy Tom.

accommodation. "Two hundred holiday apartments fringe

It’s only a short ferry ride to the Sheraton or to the Noosa

the waterfront peninsular formed by Quamby Place, so that

Marina at Tewantin, via request stops along the way at

means that we are always surrounded by happy and

Noosaville and Quamby Place is 900 metres to Hastings

relaxed holiday makers eating at our restaurants and cafes.

Street or a ten minute walk to Gympie Terrace in Noosaville.

The look is dynamic yet exemplifies Noosa naturally.

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Delicious & healthy...

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ed papaya and yellow papaw are packed full of essential vitamins - C, E. A and K, plus potassium and antioxidants, which have numerous benefits for the body. They help to maintain a healthy immune system, strong vision, healthy skin and offer protection against lifestyle related diseases. Red papaya and yellow papaw also contain a secret super ingredient called Papain - an enzyme unique to both fruits that helps digest proteins and is particularly useful for those with digestive issues.

Next time you visit your favourite fruit shop, why not buy one and try our selected recipes.

Yellow Papaya & Prawn Salad with dill and garlic aioli (Serves: 4) Ingredients: 1 medium yellow papaw (peeled, deseeded and cut into cubes) 2 cups mixed salad leaves 12 large king prawns (cooked, peeled & deveined) 4 tbsp good quality mayonnaise 1/2 lemon (juice & zest) 1/2 bunch dill chopped & extra sprigs for garnish minced garlic, salt & pepper to taste Method: Place washed salad leaves into a shallow bowl. Top with yellow papaw and prawns.

To make aioli: place good quality mayonnaise into a small bowl, add lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, dill, salt and pepper - to taste, mix well.

Pour aioli over the prawns and garnish with sprigs of dill.

The perfect wine choices would be: a well chilled, crisp Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Grigio or Verdhello. www.australianpapaya.com.au

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the right Tempo....

australian fine foods Fantastic range of antipasto, cheese & meats from the deli • 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....

Co-owners Jules Santisi and Sam Ingham-Myers

TEMPO - NEW KID ON THE BLOCK...

which offered just the right amount of seasoning.

When we chose the main dishes it was difficult to oining already well-established restaurants, choose just one - the house-made organic gnocchi Ricky’s, Rock Salt and Wasabi - in the modern was light and fluffy and cleverly pan-fried just long dining precinct Quamby Place, now referred to as enough to add another dimension to the flavour, which was gently tossed with green peas, chilli, Q Place - is 'new kid' on the block, Tempo Noosa.

This destination dining hub is just 5 minutes from spinach, toasted pine nuts and pancetta. A flavour the bustle of Hastings Street, but is far removed from sensation that I will definitely be going back for. the parking hassels often associated with popular Another standout dish was the grilled sirloin with goat's cheese filled mushroom, kipfler potatoes and dining spots..

This fabulous new eatery, has been designed to put balsamic jus - a perfectly cooked steak is always diners at ease from the moment they step through popular with diners. The grilled snapper with fresh the doors, by presenting a casual, friendly dining garden salad and aioli The menu also boasts fresh fish, free-range chicken, environment that takes full advantage of its beautiful vegetarians and children are well catered for, and for location.

Offering cool river views with its plethora of lovers of great pizza - lucky you. Tempo's pizza bases passing watercraft and ferry dock, and sitting beside are organic and produced onsite to ensure the best the natural greenspace of Sound Park, makes Tempo quality. We tasted the pumpkin , tallegio, caramelised Noosa a perfect place for parents to enjoy a meal or onion and spinach one - which was amazing.

They also offer a fabulous dessert pizza of orange, catch up with friends, while the kids play in the park in chocolate, pistachio and mascarpone. It was to die for full view of the restaurant.

Tempo’s menu has been tailored for those seeking - and I have it on good authority that it has become a a relaxed, satisfying dining experience at any time of cult breakfast for those in the know.

Of course, I couldn't leave without sampling the the day - from healthy breakfasts to casual luncheons and romantic dinners, or those simply wishing to bar's specialty cocktail - the Lychee Mojito a lusciously enjoy a great cup of coffee, or a cool cocktail or brew muddled cocktail full of lychees, mint, raw sugar and at its trendy bar that features Peroni and Grolsch on Havana Club topped with sparkling water. Yum. tap. With the new addition of live music on Sunday another one please!

Tempo Noosa has definitely hit the right note with afternoons, this is a restaurant that is as special on a diners, and combined with the centre’s community of wet day as it is on a perfect one.

On the day we dined we sampled some of the new shops, galleries, real estate and wellness facilities menu's diverse tastes. We started with the succulent, makes a pleasurable day that can easily extend into tomato, buffalo mozzarella crostini with basil and olive night, Tempo Noosa, 5448 0188, oil - fresh clean taste sensations. www.temponoosa.com.au We followed with the oh-so-tender fried calamari with lemon and house-made aioli - then the sautéed prawns with avocado puree, chilli and mint,

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House-made organic gnocchi, spinach, pine nuts, pancetta, peas & chilli

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Mandarins this winter’s hottest cocktail ingredient...

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ith one of Australia’s favourite citrus fruits, the Aussie mandarin, back in season what better way to celebrate than with an Australian mandarin champagne cocktail.

2010 Diageo Reserve ‘World Class Bartender of the Year,’ Adam Brewer, has developed six delicious new cocktails, with mandarin juice as the key ingredient, introducing a unique new flavour to the Australian market.

“The delicious and fragrant mandarin perfectly complements white sprits and champagnes to produce sweet, succulent, seductive cocktails,” Mr Brewer said.

“Winter drinks tend to be heavier concoctions, but sweet tasting mandarins mix beautifully with champagne or white spirits to create a lighter and more refreshing drink.”

With the majority of mandarins grown in Queensland, there is no excuse not to try one.

We have chosen a couple of wonderful cocktails for you to make and enjoy at home.

Mandarin Daiquiri Ingredients: 50mL White Rum 10mL Cherry Liqueur 40mL freshly squeezed mandarin juice 20mL fresh lime juice 10mL sugar syrup* Method: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker add plenty of ice and shake.

Serving suggestions: Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a lime wheel. *To make sugar syrup mix 2 parts white sugar to 1 part hot water and stir until dissolved.

Sparkling Mandarin Ingredients: 30mL Gin 40mL freshly squeezed mandarin juice 10mL fresh lemon juice 10mL sugar syrup Method: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker add plenty of ice and shake.

Strain in to a champagne flute and top with Champagne (or Australian sparkling to keep with the theme).

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bursting with

flavours...

PUSHING THE MANTRA OF QUALITY, FRESHNESS, FLAVOURS AND INTELLIGENCE IS CRAIG MCCABE AT THE WATERFRONT.

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hen the Waterfront’s Marino Maioli met Craig McCabe there was a natural simpatico. Not surprising given Marino’s background of establishing restaurants in Sydney such as Fiorentino, Uno Uno and the legendary Lucio’s and Craig’s pedigree, which includes working with the renowned Javier Codina, at his long running Brisbane establishment, Gianni's. “Previous to that my gorgeous French/Polynesian-born wife Maeva, and I were running our artisan bakery, The Artisan Bread & Pastry Co, where I taught myself about long fermentation sourdoughs and classical pastry,” recalls Craig who uses the same starter-culture which is about four years old at the Waterfront, where he is head chef and addicted to the adrenalin rush. ”It’s all about the constant race with the clock, to be ready for the lunch service and again for dinner service, to produce the freshest and best food for the customers in a given amount of time and when it all comes together dealing with all the variables it's the best feeling,” says a proud Craig, whose awards include Courier Mail Chef of the Year and Young Chef of the Year in 2008, adding gifted Italian chef Stefano Cavillini, who he worked for in London has had the biggest influence on his career.

“My food is simple. Do as little as possible and treat the ingredients with respect so the

flavours speak for themselves. Most ideas evolve from what’s in season, available on the day, intelligently put together at a totally reasonable price.

“Apples are fantastic at the moment, the best they are all year and farmers’ markets are great so the public has access to the produce we use in the restaurant and things you cannot buy in supermarkets such as artisan cheeses, honey, live seafood and organic ducks.

“I love the local fish. I talk to the fishmongers early in the morning, every morning, to get the freshest.

“We do a brodetto of fish and shellfish, a collection of whatever fresh fish we have in the kitchen that day as well as Hervey Bay scallops, baby clams, mussels and big Mooloolaba prawns. They are all poached in a light prawn stock that we make from the fish bones and prawn shells, fresh tomatoes plus saffron so it's full flavoured. And don’t forget salt, for me one of the most important ingredients. Not enough and a dish will be bland, too much and will be horrible.”

The Waterfront’s inviting space abutting the water and park is complemented by the mostly Italian-inspired fare and professional service. Apart from seafood, the whole vineripened cherry tomatoes on sour dough ciabatta, add vroom to bruschetta; the pappardelle of rabbit with fresh tomato, olive and parsley sauce and truffled pecorino; the veal saltimbocca; and the roasted baby beetroot salad with watercress and goats cheese, are all taste sensations on the small, well thought out menu.

Craig McCabe with brodetto of fish and shellfish Prosciutto salad with figs and watercress

…inviting space abutting the water and park is complemented by the mostly Italianinspired fare and professional service

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Bay Village, Hastings Street Open 7 days – 7am to 5pm

EXCEPTIONAL COFFEE Now serving Campos Coffee All day breakfast

Lunch

Decadent Cakes

“Irresistible take home delights” Created by the masterful chefs at Ma’ Mensa...

We also prepare for private parties, catering and functions ORDER YOUR "HOLIDAY CATERING PACK" WITH UP TO 1 LITRE OF ALCOHOL ONLINE: www.mamensa.com.au

fresh seafood... lunch & dinner alfresco dining under the pandanus tree DINE IN OR TAKEAWAY • LICENSED/BYO wine only 4 HERON STREET PEREGIAN BEACH P: 5448 1491 - OPEN 6 DAYS (closed Tues) 66

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Nonna's Pantry - Ma'Mensa Laneway 6 Hastings Street Noosa Opening Hours - Mon-Sun 12 noon - 6pm

riverfest

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

RIVERFEST on the river Noosaville Sat 4th & Sun 5th June The Noosa Riverfest Regatta and Boat Show promises to be the biggest yet, with great family fun.

The festival will open with the return of the Noosa Parade on the Saturday morning, at 10am, with dozens of fun and colourful floats, cars, motorbikes, marching bands and street performers.

The festival continues all weekend along the Noosa riverfront, at Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club and the Noosaville Lions Park.

Join in: * Opening parade * Food stalls with local restaurants and food vendors showcasing their tasty masterpieces from $5 * Sailing regatta * Rowing regatta * Fishing clinics and competitions * Boating and marina show * Live music in the park and at the yacht club * Children's activities including jumping castles, toy giveaways, face painting, arts and craft workshops, fairies and children's performers * Seafood extravaganza * Street performers * The return of the Noosa Bird Man show on the river So come along to Noosaville for Fiesta celebrations right throughout the weekend.

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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2009 LINDEMAN’S Sweet Seasons Dulciana It’s time to try LINDEMAN’S lighter wine options. Lindeman’s Sweet Seasons and Early Harvest range of wines are lighter in alcohol but still maintain their great fruit character and intensity.

The 2009 Lindeman’s Sweet Seasons Dulciana, with only 9.5% alc/vol, is a fruity and refreshing red wine that showcases rich and ripe fresh red fruits on the nose, with dark berries, plums and subtle spice on the palate. Perfect for warmer and cooler months alike. Served lightly chilled, this wine is the ideal partner for those spicy salads and pasta dishes shared with a group of friends. RRP $13.99

A YOUNG THOROUGHBRED – The Yearling Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

A Yearling is a one-year-old horse - so what better name for a range of one-yearold wines from Rymill Coonawarra?

Long before Coonawarra became famous for the excellence of its vineyards and wines, the region was known for its horses with their much sought after strong bones and powerful constitutions. The terra rossa limestone soil with its high calcium content, helps to raise magnificent horses and fabulous wines.

Rymill Coonawarra in particular reflects the region’s equestrian connection, as owners Peter and Judy Rymill were both Australian Show Jumping Champions.

It was this love of horses that led to the commissioning of the magnificent bronze stallion sculpture by the noted artist Gabriel Sterk, which greets visitors to the Rymill Coonawarra cellar door and from which the company takes its logo.

The 2009 Yearling Cabernet Sauvignon is the latest addition to the stable, joining the 2009 Yearling Shiraz and the 2010 Yearling Sauvignon Blanc.

This is a youthful estate grown Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, specifically crafted by the use of early, gentle pressing to be soft, supple and approachable. It is affectionately known by the Rymill Coonawarra winemaking team, led by Sandrine Gimon, as “dashing” due to its instant charms and capacity for immediate enjoyment.

RRP $15 2009 The Killer Pinot Grigio Sophisticated, sexy and stylish..in Italian heels - a killer ...

One taste and you're captivated by the alluring perfume, hints of light florals and fruit. She's racy yet restrained and will titillate your senses.

A story of passion and intrigue with a dangerously crisp finish courtesy of her Italian heritage. Perfect to serve with

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grilled fish, Atlantic salmon and Asian dishes. RRP $14.95 Clover Hill’s Cuvée Exceptionnelle Blanc de Blancs Only produced, in limited quantities, during years when the chardonnay vintage is considered exceptional. RRP $55 2008 Rymill Coonawarra Cabernet The team at Rymill Coonawarra were very proud when their 2008 Rymill Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon won a Gold Medal at the 2010 Limestone Coast Wine Show late last year.

The other two Gold Medals awarded in Class 14 were given to the 2008 Wynns Coonawarra John Riddoch and the 2008 St. Hugo Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon.

Managing Director and great great grandson of John Riddoch, John Rymill said “We were delighted to be in such good company and thrilled that from the 47 entries in the class our Cabernet was only one of three awarded a Gold Medal”.

Created from premium parcels of fruit, aged in French oak barriques for 18 to 24 months. The resulting wine is lively and richly flavoured, perfect for drinking now but also

demonstrating great promise for cellaring.

2008 Rymill Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon RRP $29 Rymill Coonawarra wines are distributed nationally by Negociants Australia (08) 8112 4210 Or visit www.rymill.com.au to order directly Amberley Kiss & Tell Moscato...

W A's popular wine producer Amberley has released its all-new, fun and flirty Kiss & Tell Moscato label for all romantics.

Offering a premium Moscato and Moscato Rosa, soft, sweet, juicy wines that are low in alcohol (7%) and delicate and delicious on the palate.

Over the past few years Australians have fallen in love with Moscato, with sales skyrocketing by a staggering 87%.

Kiss & Tell Moscato and Moscato Rosa offer a young and fresh wine , that will appeal to new wine drinkers because they deliver on taste and style with a fun spritz.

Amberley is anticipating love at first sight with the stylish Kiss & Tell packaging, which features a tall ‘hock’ bottle with foil effects on the label.

Kiss & Tell Moscato and Moscato Rosa RRP $14.99 are available from all good wine retailers nationally.

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“NOT YOUR USUAL CARAVAN OF COURAGE” COMING TO A TOWN NEAR YOU...

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t's time to get your surfboards waxed, sunscreen packed and wine glasses polished, as the New Generation Hunter Valley Winemakers are getting ready to embark on an epic two-week, east coast Australia road trip they’re calling “Not Your Usual Caravan of Courage”.

With six top Hunter Valley winemakers, 10 locations, 20 events and dinners, 2000 kms covered and a whole lot of fun and frivolity, this road-trip is set to be a once in a life time experience. If this little ‘surfari’ doesnt bring Hunter Valley wines into the top of minds and onto the palates of the Australian consumer, who knows what will!

If you didn’t already know, the New Generation Hunter Valley are group of six

like-minded Hunter Valley Winemakers who decided to form and alliance with a difference over a beer at their local pub.

David Hook (David Hook Wines), Andrew Thomas ( Thomas Wines), Rhys Eather (Meerea Park), Nick Paterson (Mistletoe Wines), Mike De Iuliis (De Iuliis Wines) and Andrew Margan (Margan Family Wines) are all as fun loving larrikins as they are passionate winemakers - all wanting to make a splash in the Australian wine industry and make drinking Hunter Valley wines, particularly Semillon and Shiraz, sexy.

But this time, they are packing their budgy smugglers (well, boardies!) and taking their wines to the masses. Kicking off in Melbourne on May 4th 2011, they’ll be travelling north and stopping off at

major coastal towns and cities along the way - Sydney, Newcastle, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Gold Coast, Brisbane and finally culminating at the Audi Noosa Food and Wine Festival on 13th - 15th May, where they are featured celebrities in the international lineup.

Everyone can follow the “Not Your Usual Caravan of Courage” adventure online through Facebook, as well as their website, and by attending a whole bunch of ‘Not your Usual...’ Wine Tastings and Wine Dinners in beach-side venues along the way.

More information on dates, event venues and where to buy tickets to the “Not Your Usual...” events can be found on www.facebook.com/newgenerationhunte rvalley - become a fan today as tickets are limited. www.facebook.com/newgenerationhunte rvalley

Chardonnay at Clover Hill’s beautiful Pipers River winery, which just happens to be owned by an American of French descent.

It’s therefore bred in Australia, trained in France (or at least the winemakers are) and owned by an American.

Clover Hill’s Cuvée Exceptionnelle Blanc de Blancs is only produced, in limited quantities, during years when the chardonnay vintage is considered exceptional. The judges obviously agreed on this assessment of the 2006 vintage.

The field was about as competitive as that of the other great race as well, with the likes of Arras, Brown Brothers, Jansz, Chandon and Yarra Burn competing for the trophy.

Karina, who was present Cup eve to collect the trophy, was also thrilled to be in Marysville the following day for the Marysville Sparkling Wine Festival. “The town’s community spirit and tenacity is fantastic,” she said. “It’s great to be surrounded by people who are so passionate about food and wine and their community.”

Clover Hill certainly won the trifecta,

Marysville Sparkles Again...

with the Clover Hill Vintage Brut 2006 and Clover Hill Blanc de Blanc 2001 both winning silver medals and the Clover Hill Rosé 2006 winning the bronze. Here’s to betting on this Australian/French/American combination in future.

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arysville hosted the inaugural Australian Sparkling Wine Competition recently, with the winners being announced at a special Cup Eve Gala dinner. The judging panel comprised wine community luminaries James Halliday, John Ellis, Ian McKenzie and Cait Looney.

In what could be described as a Cup Day omen, Clover Hill’s Blanc de Blancs 2006 was awarded the trophy for Champion Wine of Show. This winning wine is made by French/Australian winemaking duo Loïc Le Calvez and Karina Dambergs, using 100% Tasmanian

Photo: Winemaker Karina Dambergs holding the trophy for Champion Wine of Show, along with the organising committee and chief judge John Ellis. The trophy comprises three glass pods, which represent the three sparkling grape varieties, on a piece of blackwood that survived the Marysville fires.

L-R: Chris Muir, Karina Dambergs, Michael Gelbert, Graham Taylor, John Ellis.

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NEW RAUSCH DESIGNS COMING SOON TO COSH LIVING – NOOSA CIVIC & MINYAMA

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ROCK ART INTERNATIONAL Choose from possibly Australia’s largest collection of hand-carved African Shona Sculptures... Tiny Treasures.... Spectacular Major Pieces... Classical or Contemporary Indoors or Outdoors Treasures range in size from 20cm to over 1 metre tall - Available from Rock Art - Commerce Centre, Commerce Court Noosaville

From the 1950s, the era of the Kennedys and Frank Sinatra comes a chair that oozes a comfortable combo of retro and contemporary cool.

The classic Acapulco chair, designed and still hand-woven in Mexico, was named after the legendary beachside town of the same name.

Found in coastal towns, on beaches, under trees and on terraces throughout Latin America, it’s now available in Australia thanks to savvy Melburnian Mandy Paton.

Designed to withstand the elements, the original tear drop shaped Acapulco, round shaped La Perla and the baby Acapulco has been joined by new styles of Acapulco rocker and the footstool/side table. They are available in the new colours of hot pink, white, beige and sky blue.

For a fantastico addition to your home and the ultimate outdoor chair for snoozing, check out www.acapulcochair.com.au

DISH DRYING RACK - AVAILABLE FROM ASKEW 2 - PEREGIAN BEACH

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Sophistication is the byword as audacious works of contemporary art and design are juxtapositioned against a love of Mediterranean culture, modern sensibility and punctuated with a nod to Asia.

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rchitect Gary George’s brief, to design the idiosyncratic residence around artwork and artifacts collected over 20 years by long term Noosa business people, was interpreted with creative vision and meticulously built on the 827 m² allotment in arguably the finest street in Noosa Waters, by Duncan Squires.

Statuesque 30 year-old Canary Island date palms, Italian clay roof tiles, Juliette balconies, window boxes with trailing flowers, bronze water feature, customised Italian-patterned ceramic pots, forged iron entry gates and massive timber doors are features of an unassuming Porters’ nut brown lime-washed façade creating an aged look. But from the moment you walk through the imposing foyer, one cannot help feeling entranced.

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Como meets Ăźber chic symmetry and informality with masses of glass, making a seamless transition to a mainly white palette including Navona cross-cut travertine floor tiles, antique Italian marble fireplace, sink-into Natuzzi sofas, plus gold-framed mirrors, striking Annette Bezor, Gordon Shepherdson and Tim Storrier paintings, a pair of antique blackamoor statues, while taking centre stage is a Czechoslovakian crystal chandelier which retracts for easy cleaning.

Tall glass doors stack to reveal a sheltered pool-side haven, out from the two living areas as well as the guest room, which has an ensuite and paved mondo-grassed courtyard with water feature, bronze lions, stone bench seating, and is currently used as an office.

Antique grain boxes and bronze urns surround the 9m x 3.5m pool, the bottom of which is adorned with a glass mosaic of Medusa’s head.

The jetty and covered terrace on the north-facing waterside, with stone table, built-in gas BBQ and dish drawer, is a favourite spot for sunset cocktails. Several steps below, a five metre-long seat, seven urns and balustrading along the approximately 14 metre revetment-wall, have been hand carved in sandstone.

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through onyx, under the distinctivelydifferent feature kitchen bench, which is topped with Labrodite blue granite from Madagascar. A butler’s pantry and premium built-in appliances including a steamer, plate warmer, coffee maker and wine fridge are perfect accoutrements for those with a passion for entertaining.

Upstairs, the mezzanine-style space is reminiscent of an art gallery. Norman Lindsay’s erotic art, an intricately carved terracotta camel from Paris and more, complement the irreplaceable silk/velour-covered Versace lounge.

The extravagant main bedroom, walkthrough dressing room and bathroom with ceiling-to-floor doors out to the balcony, and views over the water, exude the flamboyance of Versace. From the lavish gold travertine, 24 carat goldplated medusa wall sconce, Italianframed mirrors over the shallow sink

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vanities and marble columns, it all shrieks style in spades.

Two overly generous-sized guest bedrooms on the same level have walkin wardrobes, views over the pool or the garden and are interlinked by a commodious bathroom where the toilet suites as per others in the house are topof-the range Villeroy & Boch.

The three car garage has black travertine flooring and remote access, there’s a practical laundry, powder room and other features include camera recorder intercom system, security alarm, CBUS lighting, fully ducted and zoned air conditioning and all the latest energy efficient requirements.

The residence is testament to the fact that occasionally, design tests the realms of imagination, cutting edge flair and supreme quality. As the Italians say, it’s un palazzo vivace or to us - just brilliant.

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Clearly in style The residence is testament to the fact that occasionally, design tests the realms of imagination, cutting edge flair and supreme quality

7 The Promontory at Noosa Waters goes to auction on Thursday 21 April, 2011 with agent Petar Markanovic from Tom Offermann Real Estate. The sale price includes many luxury features, furniture and artifacts. Other items are published in a catalogue and can be negotiated by the purchaser.

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• Glass pool fencing • Shower Screens • Splash backs • Mirrors • Robes • Security & insect screens • Glass requirements

TEWANTIN GLASS Unit 6/3 Selkirk Drive Noosaville Phone 07 5449 0888 e: twntglas@bigpond.net.au • www.tewantinglass.com.au

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In the garden...

Turn your garden into a beautiful and practical outdoor area with a piece from this superb new lightweight range of indoor or outdoor tables, pots, planters and fountains.

Available from Livingstone Designs Noosaville www.livingstonedesigns.com.au

Livingstone Designs designed and made by Colin Crawford - Noosa

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Own a holiday home in Noosa?

Who'll look after it for you while you're away?

The versatile Kobo sofa table from Wintons Teak offers a convenient table top that can be used to rest food and drinks. Featuring a handy side compartment which can be used to store books or magazines; the unique look of the Kobo sofa table means it can be kept as a stand-alone piece, whilst its C-shape also allows it to be slotted into other pieces.

It is made of high quality hand-woven wicker, combined with an A-Grade teak bench top to give a clean, refined aesthetic. Perfect for small and large spaces.

Available in a wide range of colours and weave patterns. RRP $385. For more information visit www.wintonsteak.com.au

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e've discovered a fantastic service called Nest Property Care that takes care of your holiday home's every need while you are not there. With Nest you can leave your holiday home behind and rest assured that it is in good hands until you return.

Specialising in 'absent owner' property care for out of town clients who can be secure in the knowledge that their property is being professionally looked after and that at a moments notice it will be ship shape and ready for their use when they come back. If you have ever returned to a locked up holiday home and spent days getting it back in order your will know what we mean!

Cost effective without the need for you to keep a raft of contacts in the area to 'get things done' for you. Nest will be your single point of contact for absolutely everything and anything that your property requires in your absence.

With a weekly, fortnightly or monthly check of the property, whatever suits you, just to check all is ok it’s good to know that a local person will clear the mail box, pick up any dropped palm fronds, keep on top of gardening and lawn mowing, and also air the home before the owners arrive back to stay, they’ll even lock things down in the event of an approaching storm and tidy up afterward.

The list of requests that they cater to include important things like taking deliveries of furniture, art or other personal effects, starting a garaged car, checking in visitors and showing them around the property to make sure the guest knows how to operate any gadgets or equipment, attending to security alarms and organising and meeting maintenance people at the property. They will chase up quotes from trades people, source the best deal for you and oversee any work that needs to be carried out. Nest is also fully insured for caring for absent owners properties.

Think caretaker meets housekeeper – cost effective and efficient, their service is also as discreet as it is secure, first class, and their thoughtful touches including complimentary fresh milk and bread in your refrigerator and lovely flower arrangements to welcome you back home!

As Marion and Maryanne from Nest say - “we'll take care of your Nest”. www.nestpropertycare.com.au

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LOOP FROM ROBERT PLUMB...

When tying a knot, a loop is one of the fundamental structures used.

When choosing your outdoor furniture, the Loop armchairs, seats, ottomans and coffee tables are a fundamental selection.

Clean lines, natural New Guinea Rosewood grains, a choice of Sunbrella outdoor fabrics – the bespoke structures are made from the highest quality materials and built to last.

Designed in Australia by renowned landscape designer, William Dangar of Dangar Group, the Loop collection can be customised to suit client requests.

Loop armchair RRP $2900 - Loop coffee table RRP$1470 www.robertplumb.com.au

Balustrading, Glass Splashbacks, shower screens Building or renovating can be overwhelming but the team at Tewantin Glass is committed to help you by giving you the right advice and information to assist with your project. A free measure and quote is available on the Sunshine Coast - TEWANTIN GLASS - www.tewantinglass.com.au

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Available in red, black, hot pink, green RRP $19.95 Find Annabel Trends Hang Out Hammocks at leading gift and homewares stores nationally or visit www.annabeltr ends.com

LIFE’S A BEACH WITH SPORT-BRELLA...

Perfect for beach goers, the Sport-Brella is a beach umbrella, sun tent and rain shelter all in one, folding out in just three seconds to provide instant portable protection from the elements.

Providing a whopping 2.4m of maximum sun protection, you can relax under the Sport-Brella with your mates, your family or your significant other – with plenty of room for those Aussie beach essentials – your esky, deck chairs and even your surf board. RRP $99.95 www.sportbrella.com.au or by phone at 1800 110 160.

outdoor furniture bbq’s umbrellas natural stone NOOSAVILLE Noosa Civic Emporium (formerly Billys Outdoor)

p: 5449 7464

MINYAMA Nicklin Way (next to Pillow Talk)

p: 5477 5561

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Go Organic As organic fusions make their mark on our day-to-day lives, it is only natural that these fundamentals would also impact on the design of our homes. As leading bathroom innovators, Paco Jaanson have imported a series of products from all over the world that promote the principles of the organicus trend - including, basins, tapware, accessories and furniture. The compelling Spanish designs from Aeri infuse natural Birch wood to create the foundations of this statement basin.

To view products and find national stockists visit www.pacojaanson.com.au.

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

Rugs & decorator accessories.

17 rene street noosaville phone 5474 2490 open mon - fri 9 - 4, sat 9 -1 info@gnucargo.com www.gnucargo.com

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CHA 128 Large Flower Retro Armchair Multi Brown 90 x 70 x 70 cm RRP $2400.00 CHA 119 Hibiscus Kantha Stitched Armchair White/Pink/Orange 73 x 60 x 95 cm RRP $1999.00 Available from Brave Design West End, Brisbane.

More info on Ruby Star Traders www.rubystar.com

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The epitome of living without compromise, in other words connecting quality design and a quality lifestyle is synonymous with the interior design of the display apartment in Riverlight, part of the Settler’s Cove development in Noosa Heads.

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chieving the dream space with her creative ideas was supervising decorator Deborah Roffey from Fae Rentoul’s Summer House, who used an original oil painting by Gail Affleck as the foundation for the furniture and furnishings’ design scheme.

“The soft colour palette from the painting was the primary focus and this was blended with the various contrasting textures such as woven raw linen scatter cushions, mellow stripes on the sofas and the plush floor rug, all reflecting the tree trunks and natural foliage of the nature reserve which fringes the apartment complex,” explains Deborah who defines style as “eternal - a concept which characterises and distinguishes appearance as well as communicating character and individuality.”

The sumptuous Jardan Marvin sofas are upholstered in Textillia Cheverney fabric; the floor rug is hand-knotted art-silk from Whitecliff Imports; outdoor furniture again uses contrasting textures of the smooth granite of the table and the softness, comfy quality of the quilted chairs; the Ikon timber dining table has complementary upholstered dining chairs in a plain muted linen; main bedroom has been furnished using Bossac fabric creating the wow factor especially on the bed-head, blanket box and scatter cushions; and décor accessories include handmade bottles from Artichoke, hurricane lamps from Emac & Lawton plus lamps by Bloomingdales. www.summerhouse.com.au

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Tart litt le limes THIS FASHIONABLE CITRUS, ESPECIALLY VARIETIES LIKE TAHITIAN AND KAFFIR LIME HAS INCREASED IN POPULARITY PRIMARILY BECAUSE OF ASIAN COOKING AND IS A WELCOME ADDITION TO ANY GARDEN BED OR POT.

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blossoms are recognised for their sublime aroma and although native bees become very active, flowers do not require assistance from them or other insects for pollination

ancy lime in your lager, Mexican beer or margarita? How about a lime tart, lime marmalade or lime squeezed onto fish? It’s such a versatile citrus that’s jam-packed with goodness, in fact weight for weight, a lime has 1½ times as much acid as a lemon and is an excellent source of Vitamin C. The Tahitian lime (C. aurantifolia) is thought to be a hybrid of the West Indian lime and the citron. Also called the Persian lime, this tree grows to about three metres, produces green, thin-skinned juicy fruit in late autumn to winter, often in summer and does well in the garden or in pots. The seedless fruit is small and green when ripe although if left on the tree it becomes more yellow as it matures. The juice content rises but the sharp, distinctive lime flavour tends to become replaced by a less pleasant taste. Buying and using green Tahitian limes is definitely the way to go. Trees are easy to grow and reasonably frost tolerant.

Citrus blossoms are recognised for their sublime aroma and although native bees become very active, flowers do not require assistance from them or other insects for pollination.

Kaffir lime (C. hystrix) will reach 1.5 metres, but because the leaves are picked for cooking, the plants usually remain small in size. They also make good pot specimens. Very common throughout SE Asia, it has a distinctive appearance. The leaves have a 'waist' giving them a double-leaf shape, while the fruits are very knobbly. They are an essential ingredient in many Thai recipes, including green curries, fish dishes and soups. The flesh of the fruit is usually thrown away, but the rind and zest is sometimes used.

Australian finger lime (C. australasica) or rainforest pearl, grows from three to 10 metres. It is a hardy, spiny, shrub or small tree, is closely related to the domestic citrus and has small long, narrow, brownish green fruit with a sour acquired taste and best used as a garnish, in sauces and drinks. It grows best in subtropical climates.

The ideal position for lime trees is full sun.

Keep them well watered when the fruit is forming in spring and early summer.

Trees growing in the ground should be fertilised in August and February.

Use Complete Citrus Food alternating with Dynamic Lifter.

Feed citrus growing in pots every six to eight weeks. Once again alternate Complete Citrus Food with Dynamic Lifter, or use 3-4 month Osmocote applied in spring and early summer.

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creating outdoor living Outside Noosa offers • Design expertise • Garden makeovers • Plant selection • Advanced plants • Drought tolerant gardens • Turf and irrigation • Lighting • Paving • Retaining and feature stone walls • Decks, pergolas and pavilions • Comprehensive body corporate & home garden maintenance services

Landscape Design and Concept Centre: 16 Mary Street, Noosaville Telephone 5448 0250 info@outsidenoosa.com.au www.outsidenoosa.com.au Open 10 am - 4 pm - Mon to Fri. 9.30 am - 2.30 pm Saturday

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Winning four awards for four entries in an international competition, is testament to Sandra Faye’s extraordinary photography skills.

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lassically-trained local portrait and fine art photographer Sandra Faye is chuffed and justifiably so. She was awarded two silver and two bronze awards at the recent 2011 Canon Creative Asia Photography Awards, which was open to entries world wide. “It’s such an honour to be recognised by peers in an industry which I love being part of and allows my passion for creativity to shine,” an excited Sandra Faye who only entered four images, says. ”It’s a big responsibility when entrusted with photographing a subject, ensuring the lighting is spot on and ultimately making art out it. And I’m always so proud when say, a beautiful pregnant lady or maybe a couple, comes to the studio to be photographed and then returns some time later for a shoot with the bub. The excitement is the same whether it’s with a family, for a fashion or model portfolio, corporate, fantasy and glam boudoir fine art portraiture.”

Sandra has a purpose-built photographic studio, known as Studio 417 near Pomona, on four acres of park-like gardens looked after by her husband Kerry, where she has total control over the environment to always give the best

possible professional result.

When an aunt bought a classic Box Brownie camera for her eighth birthday, it started a life-long love affair learning darkroom techniques, hand colouring, retouching and of course later she fully embraced the digital age.

She obtained a distinction in Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging in 2006, is a fully accredited member of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) and won the institute’s silver award in 2009 and a merit award in 2010.

Studio 417 is also available for hire, also photographers and clients are welcome to use the gardens, where mature trees, a dam, flowing creek and bamboo grove lending themselves to a perfect backdrop.

Sandra loves everything about photography, pursues every angle with immense enthusiasm and acknowledges that while cameras are getting smarter, cameras do not take the pictures: “People do. In photography as in any other field, professionals do it better.” www.sandrafayephotographer.com.au

livetheatre Mark Darin star in David Williamson's Influence, celebrating David Williamson's 40th year as a playwright.

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avid Williamson’s play, Influence, is a scathing and bitingly funny play about the media personalities that dominate our lives and the divisions that can shatter families. It has been an outstanding success at the box office and it is as relevant today as when first staged in 2005.

Noosa Arts Theatre will stage this play from 20 to 30 April, 2011 to celebrate David Williamson’s 40 years as a writer, the theatre’s 40 years entertaining Noosa and to launch major fund-raising for the Building Fund to get the new toilets and dressing rooms completed.

“Influence is about a Sydney shock jock Ziggy Blasco who enjoys stirring up animosities by ranting his far right opinions daily over the radio,” says David Williamson.

“While he has command of the airwaves, at home he exercises far

APRIL Influence Drama: by David Williamson. Directed by Sam Coward (La Ronde).

A highly successful play about talk-back radio shock jocks. Starring MIX FM’s breakfast host Mark Darin. A scathing and bitingly funny play about the media personalities that dominate our lives and the divisions that can shatter families.

When: April 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 at 7.30pm. Matinees: April 17 and 24 at 2pm.

Noosa Arts Theatre 163 Weyba Rd, Noosaville Bookings: 5449 9343 or online at www.noosaartstheatre.org.au

The Day They Kidnapped The Pope Comedy: A quirky and surprising comedy by Joao Bethencourt. Directed by Norma Fox. A New York cab driver decides to take drastic actions. Maybe he should have consulted with his wife first.

When: April 15, 16, 20, 23 & 25 at 8pm Matinees: April 17 & 24 at 2pm Lind Lane Theatre 16 Mitchell St, Nambour Bookings: 5441 1814

MAY Pleasant Sunday Afternoon Variety Concert.: Fun filled variety concerts featuring different talented local singers, instrumentalists, comedy acts, poets and dancers. Organised by Bev Gourlay and Neil Booth.

When: Sunday May 1 Caloundra Chorale & Theatre Co. CCSA Hall, Nutley Street, Caloundra Enquiries: 5444 8675

Season of One Act Plays When: May 6th, 7th, 13th and 14th at 8.00 pm. Matinees: Sunday May 8th at 2pm Ticket Price includes Coffee and Cake Bookings: 5445 2515 BATS Theatre Company Inc Buderim War Memorial Hall Cnr Main Street and Church Street, Buderim.

Mother’s Day Super Concert Variety Concert. Now in its seventh year this topline variety show features the cream of Coast talent. A special treat for Mum and the whole family. Matinee: Sunday May 8, 2pm Cost: $15 Bookings: 5472 8200 or at www.eumundilivetheatre.com Independent Theatre at Eumundi Cnr Memorial Drive & Pacey Street

The Young Ones Musical: The Australian Premiere. Directed by Helen Rimanic. Choreography by Mandy Masterson. Based on the 1961 motion picture starring Cliff Richard and the Shadows, this musical, with lots of singing and dancing, is going to be a great family show for all those rock and roll rebels!

When: Friday May 13 - Gala Opening Night at 7.30pm. Fundraiser for Bloomhill.

Continues: May 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 7.30pm Matinees: Saturday May 22 and Sunday May 28 at 2pm Coolum Theatre Players Inc. Coolum Civic Centre, Park Street, Coolum Bookings: North Shore Realty Coolum on 5446 2500 or book online at:

less authority.”

“His second wife is a spoiled princess who spends like an Arab Oil Sheik, his daughter is bipolar, and his father reveals a past which threatens to finish Ziggy’s career and his housekeeper, living a difficult life, becomes offended by his glib diatribes.”

“Influence is about how easy it is to whip up hatred and how difficult it is to live a decent and tolerant life.”

“It’s also often blackly funny as Ziggy’s domestic situation approaches meltdown.”

Director, Sam Coward, has an enviable record in bringing to the coast cutting edge theatre which thrills audiences.

He aims to continue that record when he directs David Williamson’s Influence.

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The Last 5 Years Musical: by Jason Robert Brown. Directed by Andrew Clasohm and Russel Morgan.

Outstanding and inventive musical comedy/drama exploring the trials and tribulations of a relationship breakdown.

When: •May 20, 21, 22, 25, 27, 28 and 29 at 8pm. Matinees: May 17 & 24 at 2pm Lind Lane Theatre, 16 Mitchell St, Nambour Bookings: 5441 1814

Moonlight & Magnolias Comedy-drama: Gone With the Wind was an Academy Award winning film. This is the story of the writing of the script within a deadline of just five days. Five hilarious days.

Directed by iconic Queensland actordirector, Carol Burns, it features Brett Klease and Luke Lanham.

When: May 27 & 28 and June 3, & 4 at 7.30pm. Matinees: Sun May 29 at 2pm & Sun June 5 at 5pm.

Independent Theatre at Eumundi Cnr Memorial Drive & Pacey Street Bookings: 5472 8200 or at www.eumundilivetheatre.com

JUNE Pleasant Sunday Afternoon Variety Concert: When: Sunday June 5 Cost: $9 Adults, $5 Members and Friends Enquiries: Bev 5444 8675 Caloundra Chorale & Theatre Co. CCSA Hall, Nutley St, Caloundra

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His production of Jesus Christ Superstar in 1999 broke all box office records on the Sunshine Coast and audiences responded enthusiastically to his production of Shout. His production of La Ronde at Noosa Arts Theatre was daring and received excellent reviews.

“Influence will be a fast paced thrill ride through the mind of self centred radio demi-god,” says Sam. “David Williamson is well known for the intellectual lyric within his plays and I am attempting to focus our energies 100% on the delivery of this piece.”

“We are using a technique I am calling vocal choreography to create maximum impact on the audience.”

Sam has chosen a strong cast with Mark Darin of Mark and Caroline fame from Mix FM, Joe Jurisevic, Summer Brown, Xanthe Coward, Jodie Bushby, Stephen Moore and Sharon Grimley.

assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood.

Charming, tuneful and hilarious, with tongue firmly planted in cheek, When: June 8, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 @ 7.30pm Matinees: June 12, 19, & 26 at 2pm Includes supper and souvenir programme.

Caloundra Chorale & Theatre Co. CCTC Theatre, Piringa St. Wurtulla Bookings: 5437 2719

One-Act Play Festival The premiere of the 3 finalists of the Noosa Arts National One-Act Playwriting Competition 2011. Star Crossed, a drama by Jenny Bullimore from Victoria, Nothing a comedy by Mark Langham from NSW and The Knock on The Door by Bruce Olive QLD. A night of short, sharp, entertainment.

When: June 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 at 7.30pm Matinee: June 12 and 18 at 2pm Noosa Arts Theatre Weyba Rd, Noosaville Bookings: 5449 9343 or at: www.noosaartstheatre.org.au

Aladdin and his magic iPod Children’s Interactive Theatre: Aladdin was sick and tired of his boring old lamp, so he traded it in for a brand-new iPod - WOW! Be Careful what you wish for Aladdin!

July 7 at 10am - Lake Kawana Community Centre Ph. 5437 1170 or online at www.thej.com.au July 8 at 10am The ‘J’, Noosa Ph. 5455 4455 or at: www.thej.com.au Jally Productions Inc.

Musical: A down-and out skid row floral

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art Market artscape THE ORIGINAL EUMUNDI MARKETS ARE WORLD FAMOUS FOR MANY REASONS BUT NONE MORE SO THAN FOR THE ARTISTS WHO WEAVE THEIR MAGIC AND SHOW-OFF CREATIONS UNDER BROAD REACHING BRANCHES OF THE CHARACTER-LADEN FIG TREES.

centuries by the lamp worker artisans of Murano in Venice for his Kin Kin beads, by melting glass in a flame and working it on a steel rod to form a bead which is then annealed in a kiln to strengthen it. Many of his designs are based on the natural landscapes with the water, marine life, sands and vegetation providing inspiration, form and texture. He also makes traditional Venetian-style encased gold beads and jewellery, using 23 carat gold and white gold leaf.

The gallery-standard wealth of designs stretch the imagination from Steve Archer’s metal art which ranges from wall hangings, water jewellery and leather, to sculpture, ceramics, paintings, photography, features, and sculptures to garden art is impressive and Jason Craig aka furniture and fashion.

Kookaburra Copper’s equally incredible pieces make a look-at-me-now Amongst the talent is Amelia Farrugia who excels in a range of bold statement contemporary art style from larger-than-life flower and plant studies to Words cannot do justice to Lewis Alessandro’s Cutlery Creations, a subdued, abstract land and seacapes. Most popular are rich textured, handcrafted multi-layered abstracts that combine colours, textures and forms with range of giftware and sculptures using recycled spoons and forks geometric and lineal patterns and bold swathes of red and gold for a which started in the early 1990s when making a wind chime. “I cut the dynamic effect. tines from a couple of forks which fell to the bench tangled on top of a Ross Annels is well known as a multi award-winning designer and teaspoon,” recalls Lewis, “and to me it looked like a spider, with eight maker of distinctive furniture, specialising in curvaceous chairs, carefully legs. Everyone convinced me I was creating something special so I crafted in Australian timbers to fit the body and to enhance modern began showing pieces.” Major coups have been the Olympic Exhibition and traditional interiors. His objects of desire combine traditional fine in 2000, where he received a Gift of the Year award and in 2007 being furniture-making with innovative contemporary design. asked to make 70 kangaroos and 18 platypus as gifts for world leaders Rob Fleming use the same techniques as those developed over attending the APEC conference in Sydney.

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David Boyd’s beautiful oil ”The Goddess of Fruit with Children by the Sea” part of the David Boyd exhibit at Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery

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beautiful display of 10 paintings by one of Australia’s most iconic painters will be a rare treat on offer for art lovers visiting the Sunshine Coast this Easter.

Original works by the famous painter David Boyd, who comes from one of Australia’s most distinguished dynasty of artists, will be a special feature at Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery in Buderim this April.

David Boyd, who will be 87 this year, was born in 1924 into one of Australia’s most celebrated artistic dynasties and has exhibited his paintings in Australia, Europe, the United Kingdom, United States of America and Hong Kong.

Growing up at Murrumbeena in Victoria David Boyd’s grandparents, parents and siblings were all artists. Collectively the Boyd family have made an enormous and very important contribution to the Australian art world with their art works held in most of Australia’s National and State art galleries as well as countless private collections worldwide.

A multi talented creator, Boyd’s paintings are widely known and avidly collected all over Australia. He was also a renowned potter and at age 17 studied music at the Melba Memorial Conservatorium of Music in Melbourne before being conscripted into the army.

Gallery director Tiffany Jones who has been exhibiting David Boyd’s work for over 15 years says: “This is one of the largest displays of David Boyd work ever shown at the Sunshine Coast. David Boyd is one of Australia’s most admired and loved artists and art buffs always enjoy seeing his work in our gallery.”

“There’s a gorgeousness about David Boyd’s paintings, not only in the whimsical and innocent scenes he portrays of children in idyllic natural settings, but also in the look and feel of his paintings,” Tiffany said.

“It’s a wonderful experience to gaze at a David Boyd painting because of the vibrant colours he uses and the expressive way he applies paint. David Boyd often uses a background of striking blues to depict skies or oceans. Over this he lays and builds up other beautiful and vibrant colours with glistening blobs and swirls of paint that are so lively and eye catching that it’s incredibly tempting to reach out and touch a Boyd painting. The vivacity of Boyd’s paintings create a wonderful sense of happiness and freedom,” Tiffany said.

Tiffany explains: “The delightful portfolio of David Boyd oils now on show at Buderim have been specially sourced from a range of private collections and are marked by their fine quality because they date from the 1970s and 1980s.

The paintings, which range in price from $5,500 to over $80,000, exhibit the fine brush techniques and subtle graduation of tone that are hallmarks of Boyd’s more collectable works from earlier decades.”

As well as the beautiful David Boyd presentation, Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery who are the Queensland specialists in art by Norman Lindsay will have 30 works by this prestigious painter of the female form on view, including a magnificent oil from the 1930’s.

To discover this beautiful gallery and enjoy a visual feast of stunning art, visit Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery at 138 Burnett St, Cnr Townsend Road, Buderim from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm (closed Mondays).

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The Art of Colour Glass artist Tina Cooper

Vibrant Tina Cooper Glass Art Original Jewellery Painted Silk Dichroic Glass Pendants & Beads All Handmade in Queensland!

AUTUMN 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 AUTUMN COLOURS. EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF OUR FRESH MOUNTAIN AIR AND SOAK UP OUR LUSH SCENERY! ILLUME CREATIONS, FEATURING THE ART OF COLOUR, CAN BE FOUND IN THE MAYFIELD COMPLEX IN MONTVILLE.

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re you looking for a stunning centrepiece for you lounge? You cannot go past Tina’s Fab bowls, vases and platters. These stunning pieces will make a fabulous feature to your home! We now have Fabs available in many colours including beautiful blues, hot coffee and a delicious ivory and rose pink. The technique is time consuming but I’m sure you will agree that the results are worth the effort.

The most popular works featured in Illume are undoubtedly the vibrant Sunrise and Sunset Series. We have a wide variety showcased including

Come and indulge in the art of colour!

Take in beautiful surroundings amidst stunning views! An exciting new experience, awaits you!

Illume Creations, be tempted!

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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.

The open access Hot Glass Studio in Yandina has unfortunately closed.

Although Tina has been able to access a private studio, that too will be closed by the end of March. Make a date to choose your special piece whilst Illume Creations is well stocked with Tina’s stunning works of art. The gallery boasts an extensive range of large Sealife, Outback and Tribal Tribute pieces for those seek a spectacular statement piece.

Illume Creations will soon have a glass didgeridoo displayed which is testament to the amazing talent of the Tina Cooper Hot Glass Team. The Didgeridoo was auctioned during the Keep the Fires Burning event held to raise funds for the Hot Glass Studio.

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

Indigenous art

Putipula Gallery Director - Gillian Steele

Putipula Gallery proudly represents ten 100% owned and run Aboriginal Art Centres in remote desert communities.

These art centres facilitate protection of artist intellectual and cultural property, provides employment, income earning and training opportunities. Each unique piece of art comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by the Art Centre, guaranteeing your investment in the artwork and the artist. For further information please call Putipula Gallery 61 7 5449 2511. www.putipula.com.

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Style de luxe à If you appreciate the extraordinary as opposed to the ordinary, Spicers Clovelly Estate is un petit paradis trouvé.

THERE’S A ROYAL TINGE TO THE ADDRESS AND DRIVING THROUGH THE GATES PAST THE GRAND FIGS, SHADED JACARANDAS AND GROVES OF MAGNOLIAS AND GARDENIAS, EVOKE A SENSE OF GRANDEUR. PERCHED ON THE HILL ON NINE HECTARES OF LUSH LAND, CLOVELLY ESTATE EFFUSES THE JOIE DE VIVRE OF OLD WORLD CHARM IN A CONTEMPORARY SETTING WHERE GUESTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE STAYING IN THE EXTRA ROOMY SUITES, ARE SWEPT AWAY IN THE ROMANTICISM OF A EUROPEAN ESCAPE.

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Fred and Lily Branger from France, but currently living in Caloundra. Won the tandem event at Noosa in 2009 and hot favourites in 2011 despite the fact that Lily just had their first child.

Pic courtesy Noosa Festival of Surfing.

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irst settled by the Brown family in 1908, the estate these days is part of Spicers Retreats Hotels and Lodges, owned by Flight Centre’s founder and managing director Graham Turner and his wife Jude. Her design touches are evident throughout, from the large Bordeaux arm chairs complete with alpaca throws, recliners, French Oak bookcases and sideboards adorning the lounge areas to beautiful modern French furnishings and luxurious linens in the suites.

Devotees of degustations, long lunches and romantic dinners will adore The Long Apron, the in-house restaurant with its French doors that open to an outside courtyard and invite dining al fresco de rigueur and is open to the public.

Alternatively, the French table near the kitchen is for friends to enjoy beautifully presented platters with dishes such as hearty seafood bouillabaisse, cassoulet and duck confit, and be spoilt by waitstaff who adhere to old-fashioned service and take the angst out of decisions.

Choosing the menu prestige, a 10-course degustation proved to be the piece de resistance. Thinking about it, that’s not really surprising given the executive chef is the likeable and well credentialed Cameron Matthews who has relentlessly pursued excellence, including the acclaimed Simone’s Restaurant in Bright and Donovan’s in St Kilda before moving north to Restaurant Lurleen’s at Sirromet Winery and Siggi’s in Brisbane. Today his passion for French-influenced dishes, where each simple ingredient comes together as a complex, harmonious compilation on the plate has been realised.

Cameron explained each dish as we nodded our heads in admiration and amazement wondering where the creativity for such artistically presented dishes stemmed from. Squid cucumber, yoghurt, dill and avocado; jamon Iberico de

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RIMINI by the River Your Ticket to Relaxation

Montville Bellota, paleta, peas, mint and celery; butter poached snail, Kiev, rye, carrot and nasturtium; and a gin and tonic, lemon sherbet, gin and tonic jelly, juniperlemon syrup to tickle the taste buds.

Octopus, clam, oyster, crab, coriander, seaweed and ‘sand’ was an ‘underwater’ scene; Obi Obi Black Angus sirloin with mushroom was served on a smouldering piece of burnt cedar; and who’d ever think of serving potato alone, but the Dutch cream potato, hay cream, greens, “fondue” was astonishing; as was the buffalo yoghurt; blueberry, mint and chervil; the chocolate, malt, caramel, hazelnut, banana and cocoa; plus the Earl Grey tea cake and cookies, lemon, rose, pine nut and musk; all did vigorous flamencos on the palate.

Cameron likes to put heart and soul into his food. It’s obvious.

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Bond gives Bentley Carte Blanche

EXTRA NIGHT SHOOTOUT DOUBLES THE EXCITEMENT FOR 2011 INTERNATIONAL RALLY OF QUEENSLAND TICKET HOLDERS The Sunshine Coast will get a double dose of world-class motorsport on its doorstep when the annual International Rally of Queensland returns with an expanded program in May. Up to 80 competitors from countries including Japan, China, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Britain and New Zealand, as well as Australia are expected to enter the rally, which will feature the Caloundra Rally Shootout presented by Hella and Caloundra RSL Services Club over two nights instead of one in response to popular demand.

RALLY HIGHLIGHTS* Friday 13 May -5.30pm: Caloundra Rally Shootout and rally show presented by Caloundra RSL Services Club and Hella; 7.30pm Super Special Stages 1-2 start (tickets required) Saturday 14 May 8am: Kenilworth, competitor service stopover (free) 7.25am-All day: Mary Valley Forestry Stages 310 at Imbil Spectator Park (tickets required) All day: Hella Service Park at Imbil Showgrounds (free) 3.30pm: Cooroy, rally crews meet-and-greet and car display (free) 5.30pm: Caloundra Rally Shootout presented by Caloundra RSL Services Club and Hella; 7pm Super Special Stages 11-12 (tickets required) Sunday 15 May - 9am-All day: Mary Valley Forestry Stages 13-19 at Imbil Spectator Park (tickets required) All day: Hella Service Park at Imbil Showgrounds (free) 3pm: Official finish and podium presentation, Hella Service Park at Imbil Showgrounds (free) Friday/Saturday/Sunday 13-15 May Party Deck (Includes two-course dinner, drinks, superior viewing, parking) Adult $135 Party Deck Table of 10 $1215 (pay for 9, get 1 free) On-line tickets and spectator information are available at www.rallyqueensland.com.au.

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ond is back, and as ever he is sporting the best in luxury cars. In the pages of Carte Blanche,the new James Bond book by international best-selling author Jeffery Deaver, the fictional British spy has continued with his classic preference of luxury sports car by selecting the breathtaking new Bentley Continental GT as his transport of choice.

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arte Blanche is due to be published by Hodder and Stoughton in the UK on May 26, a few days before the anniversary of Fleming’s birthday. It has been commissioned by Ian Fleming Publications Ltd. The book is partly set in Dubai, which is where the author and the new Bond car have been spotted, outside the InterContinental Hotel in Dubai Festival City. Bond’s new Continental GT certainly suits his character, with a fabled 6.0-litre, W12, twin-turbo engine capable of producing 567 bhp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

While James Bond’s new car may be better suited for a secret agent in understated tones, the author of the book admired a less inconspicuous model. Set in stunning white with a blood-red interior, the new Continental GT mixes svelte good looks with power, poise and exceptional prowess. The hand-stitched leather interior contains all the high-tech gadgetry Bond could ever need. And with the famed sound dampening that only lets through the captivating sound of the wonderful engine, the cabin provides a true Quantum of Solace for Fleming’s jet-setting gentleman spy.

Jeffery Deaver sampled the stunning vehicle on his recent visit to the Emirates, where he commented, “I’m really excited about being back in Dubai. It is an inspirational and awe-inspiring city and makes a perfect Bond location—especially for a novel that pushes our hero to new extremes.”

Regarding the book's title, which was revealed in January, Deaver added: “In the world of espionage, giving an agent carte blanche on a mission comes with an enormous amount of trust and constantly tests both personal and professional judgement. Part of the nonstop suspense in the novel is the looming question of what is acceptable in matters of national and international security. Are there lines that even

James Bond should not cross?”

The James Bond of Ian Fleming’s original novels also opted for a Bentley. The world’s most famous spy would choose nothing less than the scintillating performance and second-to-none quality of the classic luxury car.

Jeffery Deaver has written 28 novels and sold more than 20m books worldwide. He is best known for his Kathryn Dance and Lincoln Rhyme books, most notably The Bone Collector, which was adapted for film in 1999, starring Denzel Washington and Angelina Jolie. Before becoming a full-time author, Deaver was a journalist, like Fleming, and attorney. He started writing suspense novels on the long commute to and from his office on Wall Street. His books are now translated into 25 languages and he lives in North Carolina.

Quick facts: ver 100 million Bond books have been sold (and over half the world’s population has seen a Bond film) * Ian Fleming wrote 14 James Bond books: Casino Royale (1953); Live and Let Die (1954); Moonraker (1955); Diamonds Are Forever (1956); From Russia with Love (1957); Dr. No (1958); Goldfinger (1959); For your Eyes Only (1960); Thunderball (1961); The Spy Who Loved Me (1962); On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1963); You Only Live Twice (1964); The Man With The Golden Gun (1965) and Octopussy and the Living Daylights (1966) * Fleming’s other works include the children’s favourite, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1964), which was made into a film and stage musical, The Diamond Smugglers (1957) and a collection of travel writings called Thrilling Cities (1963)

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Bianca Bond

What is your background?

I am a Kabi Kabi woman, a traditional custodian of the Sunshine Coast and its outer regions. In year 10, I was confused about my identity and lacked of sense of belonging, so left school. I have spent most of my life on the Coast except for the 4 ½ years in Sydney.

After finding my true self again I completed Cert IV in Youth Work, Cert IV in Government and a Diploma of Community Welfare Work, and Entrepreneurship, along with other courses in personal and professional development training.

You’ve encountered many obstacles and hurdles.

When I was 16 I gave birth to my daughter, at 18 I gave birth to my son and by 20 I was a single mother living in Sydney’s western suburbs. I had been through years of emotional and physical abuse, weighed just 40kg, had zero self esteem, self belief and resorted to alcohol and drugs to fill the void of no love, affection, kindness or support from the father of my children, his family or anyone.

We’d moved to Sydney for a better life but apart from the happy and positive time working briefly for the NSW Department of Housing, my self esteem reached an all-time low. I eventually moved back to the Coast and my home where my ancestors, family and friends are.

What are you involved in currently?

I was brought up in contemporary times in a modern day Australia. So, I am walking in two

traditional values in these contemporary times?

This can only occur through ongoing awareness and education so I can then educate the people around me and be recognised for achievements.

In 2010 I was awarded the Young Citizen of the Year because of my proactive commitment to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander youth and community development. When I sat in the Queensland Youth Parliament in 2010 as ‘minister’ for indigenous affairs in one of three elected indigenous representative seats, it was historymaking and had never happened anywhere in Australia. My speech for the Indigenous Rights Bill was about the opportunity for Queensland to become a leader in appropriate consultation and engagement with indigenous communities.

Australia is now ours to share and we should be embracing our indigenous cultures across Australia. This is truly something for all Australians to be proud of.

Why is the Noosa Biosphere so important and Noosa so special?

The Biosphere is important because it covers the four pillars of sustainability of communities: social, economic, environment and culture. I’m on the Cultural Board because I see it as an opportunity for awareness, education and input of Aboriginal history and heritage of the region.

Noosa is special because of its ancient history, diversity within the landscape, diversity of the people and diversity of opportunities within its communities. .

COMING FROM A LONG LINE OF PROUD ABORIGINAL PEOPLE AND GROWING UP SURROUNDED BY THE RAMIFICATIONS OF RACISM, POVERTY, ALCOHOL ABUSE AND OFTEN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HAS GIVEN BIANCA BOND THE STRENGTH AND OPPORTUNITY TO BE WHO SHE IS TODAY. worlds, having to respect and stay connected to my traditional aboriginal heritage, yet knowing that I live in modern times where things are very different. I recently left the Department of Education where I worked for the North Coast Region Indigenous Education Unit and developed and facilitated a leadership program from Pine Rivers to Bundaberg. I’m now with John Pearson Consulting working on a Future Indigenous Leaders Program for the SEQ region which involves local and state government policy development plus strategic planning.

I’m on various boards including the Australian Indigenous Youth Academy Board and do consultancy work with all different types of service providers covering all levels. I’m passionate about Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander education and awareness of our cultures, languages, history and ways of life, am one of 12 Australian Action Partners with Oxfam International Youth Partnerships 2010 -2013 where 300 18 to 25 year olds from 100 different countries have been selected to take on the role of leadership within our communities and our nation, to further our commitment and dedication to social justice, equality and humanitarian work. I am also the founder and coordinator of Motivate - Our Place, Our Culture, Our People.

What are some of today’s challenges?

How do I remain true and hold strong in my

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Juggling motherhood and a career whilst recovering from a serious car accident is no mean feat. How do you do it and still find time for you?

I’m 25, daughter Bella-Michelle is 9 and son Cayden is 7. The most difficult challenge of all is separating me and who I am, from my work.

I have learned that the most important thing to do is put myself first and take care of my health, both physically and mentally. If I don’t then I can’t give the best to those around me.

I’ve been in some very dark places including a head-on car collision in 2007. The doctors thought I would die and certainly never walk again. I spent three months in a bed and 10 months in a wheelchair. That period gave me a lot to think about. I came to the realisation that we have only one life and one go at it. The time is now to create a future for my children and build a better community.

What's on your wish list?

I’d love to be able to travel the world including Australia, to experience and embrace the different cultures, ways of life and diversity of the universe, plus live happily and comfortably with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander cultures, history and heritage because indigenous knowledge is critical to the way we use and sustain our land and waterways. Also being proud of Australia as a nation, no matter what heritage or nationality is vital.

I’ve been in some very dark places including a head-on car collision… the doctors thought I would die and certainly never walk again.

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5479 6844

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5455 5176

Mon - Sat 9-5.30 Thurs 9-7pm Sun 10-4pm