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Editors desk WELCOME TO OUR EXCITING SPRING ISSUE

Editor/ Publisher Kaylene Murray

As we enter another season of change, which usually fills me with so much pleasure, I can’t help but watch the news and be bewildered by what is happening all around us .

I know that most people are doing the right thing - and following all the rules on masks and lockdowns - but then there are those who obviously don’t care about their fellow man.

It’s not that hard to wear a mask - so why do so many refuse to do it?

And, please make sure that you get vaccinated as quickly as possible - we have - and so have our family and friends.

It’s the only way that we have a chance of bringing this insidious virus under control.

It’s so lucky that we live in a thoughtful community here, that tries hard to respect their fellow neighbours and friends - where we all try to support each other through the Covid madness - the businesses that are struggling to survive, the people who through illness are a bit too nervous to leave their homes, and those on the frontline in the medical system, who look after us when things go wrong - the paramedics, ambulance drivers, doctors and nurses, the community doctors administering the vaccines, and those monitoring the testing facilities.

Well done one and all.

On a lighter note - we can still look out over the beautiful blue ocean, watch the surfers and swimmers enjoying our natural bounties; the walkers striding along the pathways that wind around the foreshore, and the tracks through the forests; take a picnic up to the mountains or visit a farm gate to learn more about how our food is produced. And, after all that - take the time to enjoy a coffee or meal at one of our fine cafés and restaurants around the region.

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This issue is packed full of beautiful images, prestige properties, dazzling interior design features, stunning fashion and accessories, gorgeous cars, stunning jewellery - and a plethora of theatre and arts events. As well as wonderful dining and wines to enjoy this season.

This season we take the opportunity to talk with our favourite Queensland Wimbledon winners, Ash Barty and Evonne Gooligong-Cawley, and find out about a young girl’s dream to emulate her hero.

We also catch up with Supercar Blondie - one of the world’s most famous car enthusiast and blogger.

It is a ‘rags to riches’ story that takes a young, S.E. Queensland, Scenic Rim girl from Boonah to Dubai to work in radio, and ended up taking over the men’s domain of fast, prestige cars - and along the way proved herself a force to be reckoned with.

And, congratulations to our wonderful athletes, who travelled to the 2020 Olympics in Japan - and made all Australians so proud. In particular, local Sunshine Coast girl Kaylee ?? who managed to match the medal tally of Dawn Fraser and Ian Thorpe - at age 20yrs.

As you will all know, food, wine and lifestyle are always high on our list of priorities each season, and Spring is one of the most exciting seasons for fabulous, fresh farm to plate dining.

We have sourced some great recipes for you to enjoy this season, as the weather heats up and the party season jumps into full swing. Covid Permitting of course!

This issue also sees the start to our new Healthy, Eating Feature - where you can learn more about the ideology behind plant-based eating. And, learn about why more and more people are changing their eating habits - to reduce their meat consumption, and practice a new way to increase their healthy life goals.

We have also launched our new association with Peter Trainer, a social media guru, who will be running our new social media platforms.

His expertise has taken him around the world on assignments, but his home is right here in Noosa.

Changes are exciting - so watch out for what comes next!!

Please read and enjoy.

Published by Noosa Style Magazine Pty Ltd – PO Box 1003, Paradise Point 4216 – Enquiries telephone (07) 5577 2886 Publisher Tom Murray tom@NoosaSTYLEmagazine.com.au Editor in Chief Kaylene Murray kaylene@NoosaSTYLEmagazine.com.au Digital Design/ Social media / Photo Peter Trainer peter@ICONstudios.com.au

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MP Life Sandy Bolton MP Independent Member for Noosa

As we all enjoy some ‘chillier’ weather, the opportunity to invest and ingest the glorious offerings of the coming Noosa spring are bountiful!

THINK GOOD REDS, READS, DIVINE RAGU’S AND SOME VERY NOOSA STYLE ‘WARMERS’, INCLUDING OUR DEBATES IN PARLIAMENT, TO THE OTHER ASPECTS OF THE SEASON THAT IMPACT MANY.

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or many visitors, that our community is very special is well known, hence joining us to take ‘time out’. COVID brought a new reality. Many have now joined us permanently to either retire early, work from home, or get out from major cities where lock downs do not come with beach time, incredible hikes along the Noosa Trail, or the security that comes from neighborhoods that know and care deeply for each other.

With market demand driving prices beyond the capabilities of our much-loved residents and key industry staff, we have the greatest dilemma. How do we house those who provide everything we as residents and visitors need? Whether it is our chefs or child carers, right through to retail and aged care assistants, these workers and volunteers are vital to us and the experience of Noosa.

The Mayor and I have now worked together since November 2020 to address the short-, medium- and longer-term response, including emergency housing for families being impacted who have been faced with the very real risk of being labeled ‘homeless’.

Affordable Housing is essential for sustainable living which

promotes physical and mental wellbeing. When we lose sight of what ‘to sustain’ means, we lose the ability to rectify.

With Australia lagging comparable countries in ensuring that workers and retirees have access to this through community housing models, we have the answer in the ‘how’ but the ‘where’ is problematic in regions that are in demand.

The answer? Utilizing our available space better! What had previously gone out of fashion, is very much now trending. Micro apartments, share housing, eco living and ‘villets’ of common interest provide the affordability without the loss of environmental integrity. Small is very much the new ‘big’, and when you live in an incredible community where outdoors is our passion, we can utilize, conceptualize and repurpose spaces in ways that align with our cultural ethos for that laid back lifestyle, whilst retaining our environmental credentials.

Sounds easy? On paper yes! The doing however requires a ‘whole of community’ approach, including residents to think of how they can share or repurpose their large houses after family have ‘left the nest’, and investors considering head leasing with our community housing managers, all can be part of the solution. And yes, having the legislation and codes that enable the very desired share houses and community inspired living that our residents have been seeking. We are nearly there, and I thank the State Government and Noosa Council for supporting innovative designs.

It takes a village to raise a child. That includes ensuring there is affordable and sustainable living options for them, and their grandparents.

Enjoy late winter and spring everyone. May your hearts be warmed by what and who you encounter in your exploring of all things Noosa, and that you are inspired by how we are that village who ‘will’.

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NEW PLANT BASED FOOD FEATURE - featuring recipes and healthy food ideas

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DINING, RECIPES & eating spots - Our best dining and cocktail picks Sunshine Beach - Eclectic mix of food, fun, beach & coffee Western Australia Getaway Wine, Beer, Spirits & Liqueurs Fabulous beverages Maleny & Montville A country experience on the range Gympie Mary Valley Rattler - Kenilworth Bursting with life!

Art & Galleries Live Theatre & Show - Great new live shows and musicals Out in the garden - how to set up your garden, markets Real Estate Homes, Design, Furniture & Landscaping Keith Jackson am - The last word

Creative digital director - Photographer Chef & Plant based food devotee.

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RSVP - Out & About - A few of the region’s big events SANDY BOLTON MP - Our favourite ‘Pollie’ shares her views SUPERCAR BLONDIE - reviews supercars for her millions of Facebook followers FASHION AND SHOPPING The latest trends to make your own EVENTS & Happenings - Ash Barty our 2022 Wimbeldon Winner & Eyvonne Goolagong Cawley Noosa Heads - Noosa’s fashion and dining mecca for visitors from around Australia and overseas NOOSA JUNCTION FASHION, food, design, beauty and boutiques Peregian Beach - Unique village flavours and lifestyle

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eter is a former Australian photographer of the year; and International award-winning photographer and cinema photographer, who specialises in design for commercial businesses as well as fashion and beauty. Peter has been based in Noosa for the last 20 years with his partner Liz (award winning hair and makeup artist, and for four year in a row Top 10 Australian makeup artist of the year finalist); the pair have worked for various magazine publications in that time in Australia and internationally, as well as running their own photography, hairdressing and make up business Icon studios locally.

Peter has had a great working relationship with Noosa Style magazine over the last decade and has photographed several of our Noosa Style covers and story images - and is excited to be partnering with Noosa Style to bring an exciting new digital edition for our readers, which will be ready in time for our summer edition.

The digital platform has been a year in the making and our aim is to bring Noosa Style into the advanced digital era - making Noosa Style more interactive for its readers and advertisers.

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with locals and businesses, as well as global guests and influencers, as well as podcasts, cooking classes and much more!

The most exciting part of this technology is you will be able to visit our advertisers websites, social media pages, contact details (you can call straight from the page) maps, and online shopping - without ever leaving our app.

Our advertisers now will have access to a fully equipped photographic studio, podcast studio, drone photography, as well as a hair and make up salon for all your campaign, advertising and social media needs.

Peter has also added a new health and plant based section to our pages... filled with amazing recipes and inspirational stories, ranging from health and nutrition, eco-friendly products and support for local produce.

Prior to going into photography for a career (it started as a much loved hobby) Peter was a former executive chef for many years in places such as The Radisson Hotel Group in Port Douglas and fine dining in South Perth, as well as cruise boats throughout the Pacific islands - and owned his own restaurant Zeldas in Hastings Street Noosa at the young age of 21.

His former passion for food was reignited upon becoming a plant based vegan, as he began using ingredients and designing recipes which introduced fresh flavours he had not combined previously.

Apart from the amazing array of flavours Peter says not a single thing is missing from his plant based diet; every meal he previously made is still prepared - however now only plant based products are used.

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Creating and delivering a stunning responsive experience...

NOOSA STYLE magazine app For the past year we have been working tirelessly on the brand new Noosa style Magazine app, which we will be bringing to you for our summer edition ready for the new year.

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s the world rapidly changes, and with billions of people using mobile devices, Noosa style will also evolve into a digital magazine, as well as your friendly print version.

And not just a digital copy of the publication as you know it.

We have redesigned the digital magazine, unlocking some incredible features that bring your well-loved print publication more to digital life. As you will find out, the essence of Noosa style has not changed.

Still informing and entertaining, you’ll find a fantastic mix of lifestyle, community, business, fashion, beauty and tourism articles. The difference now though - you will also be able to view and interact on your tablet or smartphone.

The transition from a

printed magazine to adding a digital version has been an incredible journey. Incredible, because I’ve learned so much and discovered a plethora of new opportunities.

Yet I can’t deny that a lot of love, blood, sweat, and tears have gone into this new addition.

But… it was all worth it! I am overjoyed with the result that will soon be in front of you. However, being a perfectionist, I also believe there’s still room for improvement, so you can expect even more enhancements in future editions of Noosa Style Magazine.

Launching this brand new app for Noosa style Magazine will be a wonderful digital addition.

The Noosa Style responsive app will create and deliver stunning responsive content that automatically resizes to fit any screen, whether it be desktop, mobile, or tablet devices; our responsive layout improves content production efficiency by 60 percent. Improves the customer experience and engagement with an array of interactive features such as video, image, slideshows, podcasts, pop-ups, accordions, and quizzes. The app will be accessible for Android and Apple once available.

Peter TrainerCreative digital director

Geneticist and Nutritionist

Patricia Higgins Copywriter & Journalist

Jaxon Tippet Mindset, Mental health and fitness

Mariread Treise Plant base food feature writer

Liz Kramer Hair?makeup Feature contributor

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From the Scenic Rim to the City of Gold, how Alex Hirschi has fuelled her career as the world’s most famous carfluencer.

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he cult of the social media influencers is something we’ve become accustomed to over the years – the extroverted, eccentric, preening, polished presenters who fire their own brand of broadcasting bolshiness onto our devices with, often, devastating regularity. For the most part we view these broadcasters with a level of

In 2021, her truth Supercar Blondie social media channel is one of the most talked about on the net – a dedicated, dynamic and dangerously aspirational slice of the world’s most incredible motors, and a self-styled product that has brought its creator fame and fortune.

Alex presenter grew up in Boonah, 60km south-west of Brisbane, where she would move to with her mother Julie at the age of 13, while father Richard stayed behind to tend to the land. Hers was a happy childhood, the middle sister between Kate and Nina; yet perhaps it was the paucity

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mild derision – there are a few too many looking to push make-up brands or start a scrap with Floyd Mayweather – but every now and again one comes along who can interact with an audience in way that feels like entertainment, not self-congratulation. The fact Alex Hirschi has grown to become a multimillionaire by virtue of the multimillionaire lives and material possessions she reviews is an accidental side-product, because in almost every other way the 35-year-old carries with her a powerful layer of humility… as you would perhaps expect of someone who hails from the ruggedly rural climes Queensland.

of media opportunities at the time in the Sunshine State that inspired her to reach out and forge a career in entertainment further afield.

“I was just one of those girls who was fascinated by the world when growing up,” she says. “My dad and I had the interest in cars, although where I was concerned it was as much about him getting the dents out of the Mitsubishi Lancer I learned to drive in! Either way, we were always out and about looking to explore.

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“From the early days, it didn’t matter if it was a Fiat or a Ferrari - cars have always thrilled me, and that stepped up a whole level when I got my licence.”

Alex notes that Lancer as the first car she had, and still retains a fondness for the Japanese manufacturer. “Driving a Lancer you always felt like you had a level of stylish protection around you. There was something quite Back to the Future about it – a modern car that hid its age.

“Perhaps not the most reliable thing you’d find on the road,” she laughs, “but something I wasn’t totally embarrassed to be seen in. And we still have it back in Boonah!”

Alex’s career started in earnest having graduated in Journalism & Business from Queensland University of Technology at the age of 21.

She quickly progressed into media work and developed a flair for radio, and by 23 the Aussie was looking for the opportunity to venture abroad where she could take her creative aspirations to a new markets.

“I think moving to Dubai with my now-husband Nik in 2008 was a big thing for me. It was a place I had always aspired to visit because so much of what it stands for represents the way I see myself – emerging from very little, the ambition and enthusiasm to build and create, and a passion for informing and inspiring people. The United Arab Emirates is famed for that attitude and I could see a lot of myself in that.”

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Working on radio station Dubai 103.8 put the talented broadcast journalist on the guest list for a host of major events in the Gulf port.

While in one sense she was the girl on the ground for celebrity interviews with the likes of John Travolta, Jake Gyllenhaal and Liam Neeson, her willingness to play the press game meant hooking up with a host of commercial contacts too.

“What I love about Dubai is that even though there is vast wealth, there is also every type of character and personality,” she says. “What I’ve found over the years is half those people you meet are very private and want to stay away from microphones and cameras, while the other half love talking about themselves and their achievements.”

In nine years at the radio station, Alex’s contacts book and reacquainted passion for fast cars merged into the creation of side project Supercar Blondie, which launched in 2017.

Within a year she had made the top 50 list of Most Influential Women in the Arab World, and frequent online and television opportunities have followed, featuring on shows such as Car Crews, Grip and, of course, Top Gear.

It all adds up to a Supercar Blondie social media presence that now exceeds over 60 million subscribers, half of which are on Facebook.

Her personable approach and ruthless drive for originality in a world that tends to offer so much replication and syndication, mean Alex is perfectly placed. The fact she is a woman, and an attractive one whose looks and mannerisms reflect the style and optimism of the Gold Coast, helps too. “I’ve never used the fact I’m female to get me

any further than I should be; I don’t want to be a number or a quota, I want to produce great, original, worthwhile content. Yet I will say that in a maledominated environment, people obviously want to see something different, and of course I offer that.”

It’s all a long way from those uncomplicated days growing up in Boonah – she’s now some 12,000 miles away in the City of Gold, and the distance is, on occasions, telling. “I never dreamed I would move so far away,” she says. “Obviously I wanted to step out in the world and do my own thing, and of course I am proud of where I’m come from, but I do miss home.

“Boonah is essentially three roads – it’s very unassuming, very unspectacular; but there’s so much of me and my family there. I’m proud of that fact, and of the people back home.”

She continues: “I think that’s probably the most profound thing you realise when you travel the world – you can be surrounded by the most beautiful cars, yachts, hotels and everything else, but really there is no place like home.”

So to return back to the start, in this era of social media we live in, which drives young people to embrace celebrity and influencer culture as a vehicle for fame and fortune, Alex is clear in her advice. “No-one ever got anywhere without working hard,” she says. “Even that YouTube star you detest the most has sat up long into the night to put together ideas and edits to entertain people.

“Those people, long before they were anywhere close to being famous, had the energy and the ideas to create something different, and that’s what you have to do to be seen.”

ALEX HIRSCHI QUICKFIRE Q&A Q: What’s your dream car?

ALEX: It would have to be a Bentley. That’s how it all got started for me – I knew a few of their people in Dubai because I was the radio girl who would go out to these events, and they said I could borrow a car for the weekend. A Bentley was always the true aspirational motorcar for me, and there was me driving one.

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I desperately didn’t want to let it go, so that encouraged me to knock on doors so I could get to the point of building up a car channel and, maybe, one day, own one for real!

Q: What gives you the most satisfaction?

ALEX: I should say the cars, but as much as that it’s the positivity I get from other women in motoring, because it remains a very maleorientated world.

I’m not the person who will shout from the rooftops about equal rights and feminism because I think we all have it in ourselves to create and affect our own futures, but seeing people flourish in industries that haven’t perhaps been fair in the past I think is really encouraging.

Q: What do you miss most about home?

ALEX: Well I left where we lived in rural Queensland when I was about 13, so it’s a long time ago now, but

going back there a couple of times a year for some downtime takes me back to happy family times. My parents have a simple home full of memories – books, antiques… it’s a treasure trove of memories.

What I probably miss most are the sounds – in Dubai, it’s just the city, motorways and main roads. I really miss the countryside – crickets, birds and kookaburras… that gentle hum that reminds me of home.

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Thank-you Noosa... ...your continued support is still needed...

Gala Fundraiser for Santa’s Classy Helpers...

On a night full of sparkling lights, twinkling candles and merriment, guests enjoyed a tantalising three course dinner, prepared by FISH Parkridge Executive Chef and complemented by four exceptional Chateau Tanunda wines from the Barossa Valley.

The dinner also included Truffle honey from Hum Honey; a delicious assortment of Kenilworth Cheeses and ginger from Buderim Ginger.

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he highlight of the evening was a private performance by an original Ten Tenor, Roger Davy, who had guests swaying in their seats - and some with tears in their eyes, as he showcased songs from Phantom of the Opera, Figaro, and a few Italian classics.

Lorraine Kenway founder of Santa’s Classy Helpers, a local charity group that for the past 10 years - has assisted over 300 disadvantaged families, and up to 1,000 children each year, by providing them with fresh fruit and vegetables, pantry staples, chocolates and lollies, cleaning products, pillows and towels, clothing and brandnew toys for the children.

SCH has a philosophy of working with other charities to identify families in need of assistance. These charities include St Vinnies, the Salvation Army, U Turn, Domestic Violence units, Sunny Kids and school Chaplains.

Each year we see the looks of gratitude from those in-need - as they wheel their trolleys around The J, choosing whatever they need. SCH know that by assisting them each year, they are ensuring that these families can have a wonderful Christmas with their family - worry free.

Santa’s Classy Helpers raise funds all year, by holding various functions, dinners, lunches, golf day, theatre evenings and fashion shows. Local businesses and supporters also donate goods and funds to assist the worthy cause.

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MURDER ON THE RATTLER EXPRESS

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t's Friday the 13th, 1920, and the who's who of Hollywood are in town for a fabulous gala event. But alas, a tragedy has struck!

Scandal, drama, MURDER, oh my!

Who did it? Get on board and solve the mystery on our Murder on the Rattler Express. Dress up in your best 1920's attire and immerse yourself in the game of mystery. There will be prizes for solving the murder, best dressed and more.

Dinner is included after the train journey, while you make your murder accusations.

audiences and visitors to the Coast the chance to experience a high quality and accessible artistic program - set against the spectacular backdrop of the region, including Lake Baroon, Glass House Mountains, Chambers Island and Happy Valley.

Full program and tickets available at: www.horizonfestival.com.au

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Stellar line-up for this year’s Horizon Festival...

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he Sunshine Coast will be showcasing 10 inspirational days and nights of music, visual arts, theatre, dance, film, spoken word, comedy and so much more.

This iconic festival runs from 27th August until 5th September, bringing together local and national artists to offer vibrant, immersive and entertaining experiences for all ages.

The all-Queensland line-up offers local

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he biggest Olympic distance triathlon in the world, Noosa Tri is raced around the town’s stunning main beach, town centre and hinterland…all the way to the finish line with its famous walk of fame. And that’s just the racing. It’s the full Noosa experience that is truly special with its stunning beaches & surf, worldclass cafes & bars, spectacular national parks, and unique friendly vibe, that makes it a truly special week!

LOOK WHO’S BACK Strassman hits the sweet spot...

World-renowned American ventriloquist David Strassman and his band of quirky puppets have

returned to their "home away from home" on the Sunshine Coast with a brand new show that is leaving Australian audiences in stitches.

The Chocolate Diet is a hilarious look at many people's obsession with sweets and lollies. And of course, Strassman uses his beloved puppet Ted E Bare to charter a comedic course through fad dieting.

Strassman said The Chocolate Diet was his "funniest to date" and "choc a block with laughter".

“This show has proven to be absolutely hilarious because the subject matter – dieting and denial – are two traits that we all share on a daily basis," Strassman said.

“We're always watching our weight, what we eat, feeling great when it's healthy, guilty when it's dessert. And we're all in some state of self-denial when it comes to our self and body images.

“Dieting and denial, they go hand in hand and it's something we can all relate to which makes for a familiar and delicious comedy."

Interspersed with the Ted E Bare story are visits

by Strassman’s famous entourage of characters including Chuck Wood, the insolent foulmouthed teenager, who truly tells it like it is.

Performances are MA. Tickets on sale now.

When: Saturday, 20th November 2021 (7pm8.45pm - Interval 15mins) Where: Venue114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina Cost: $59.90 each (including booking fee)

A murder mostF oul... to take place in Gympie…

(as Agatha Christie would advise!)

RAILWAYS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THE PERFECT VENUE FOR A RATTLING GOOD MURDER MYSTERY, AND ON FRIDAY 13TH AUGUST, THE MARY VALLEY RATTLER WILL HOST ITS FIRST EVER MURDER MYSTERY TRAIN TOUR, DURING WHICH GUESTS WILL NEED TO UNCOVER A MURDER 'MOST FOUL’.

PASSENGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DRESS IN THEIR FINERY FOR THE EVENT, WHICH WILL TRANSPORT THEM BACK TO FRIDAY 13TH, 1920, WHEN THE GLITTERATI OF 1920S HOLLYWOOD ARE INVITED ON BOARD THE RATTLER EXPRESS FOR A GALA SOIREE, ONLY FOR A MURDER TO DERAIL THE FESTIVITIES.

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ho did it? That’s where today’s Sherlock Holmes, Inspector Poirot and Miss Marple need to step in and detect the murderer amongst them. Each passenger will become a character in the drama, and can dress accordingly.

Everyone will receive a special name for the journey, along with event money to bribe or blackmail, and an ‘accusation form’ that they will use to smoke out the murderer.The murder most foul will take place at Amamoor Station, and passengers in each carriage will be able to use the return journey to Gympie - to hone their investigative skills for the big reveal over dinner.

The clues will be everywhere.

A drinks cart will operate on board the Rattler, and a seated dinner in Gympie Station’s Rusty Rails Café will be where the murderer is revealed. There will be prizes for the passenger who solves the murder first, and also for best dressed and richest player- as a result of their wheeling and dealing with the event money.

The Murder on the Rattler Express service will depart historic Gympie Station at 6pm in a steam train that was in operation back in the 1920s. The Rattler will travel through to the historic village of Amamoor, where the Rattler is rotated on a restored turntable for its return journey to Gympie. The meticulously hand-crafted carriages and the rolling hills of the Mary Valley will provide an atmospheric backdrop for passengers, as they seek to uncover the murderer within their midst.

Tickets are $195 per person, including a set dinner at Rusty Rails Café and all the props required for playing the murder game. Anything else?

Announcing the debut of Murder on the Rattler Express, General Manager of the Mary Valley Rattler, Micheal Green, said: “The romance of the rails brings back all those memories of glamour and glitz and we are looking forward to people dressing up, having fun and getting into the spirit of the occasion."

“Our guests from around Australia continually highlight the fact that the Rattler reminds them of a golden era of steam trains, and with so few remaining in Australia, the Rattler offers a truly memorable venue for a 1920s-style murder mystery.

“We look forward to seeing everybody on board – I just hope they all make it back!”

Bookings and further information: https://www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au

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STRUTTING YOUR STUFF

EUMUNDI WAS FORMED OUT OF PIONEER NECESSITY AND QUEENSLAND RAILWAY NORTHBOUND PUSH AROUND LATE 1800'S.

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odern day result is a quaint country town of predominantly Queensland style buildings forming a main street and surrounding area. Massive war memorial trees, splendid School of Arts building and the quaint CWA are noteworthy landmarks together with a Historical Museum and two imposing Hotels having witnessed days when railway passengers were compelled to stop at Eumundi for continuing their journey north by Cobb & Co horse drawn carriage.

Reaching Eumundi by car via Bruce Highway from Brisbane takes 90 minutes. A further 15 to Noosa Heads. Eumundi town evolved through timber getting, dairy farming, banana and ginger growing. Recently awarded "Best Markets in Australia" the very successful markets of Eumundi are open every Wednesday and Saturday 7.30 until 2pm.

If challenging times require creative solutions, the fact many established corporate entities started life trading at markets prompted Eumundi Square facilities to be set in place for providing trader development opportunities.

Forward looking traders can now have a permanent business address and collective facilities while retaining individual trading identity.

Further to market days, Eumundi Square opens to the public on Friday mornings 8.30 am until 1pm. Rain or shine, around one hundred traders welcome visitors to participate in activities such as facial make up demonstrations or fashion and jewellery trial adventures. Pain relief applications and many forms of product appreciation are discussed at a leisurely pace and without obligation to purchase. Heaps of car parking

and elbow room are some of the benefits when visiting Eumundi Square on Friday morning when workshops can be taking place.

Each first Friday of the month, a cat walk and public address system with announcer, is in place for staging the around 10 am fashion parade. If you dream of a road to fame, this can be your first little step. You can pick the fashion garment and accessories much like trying things on.

Bring the pooch if you wish, or just enjoy what goes on, you can be assured of a warm welcome.

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Being cut off from our surroundings has undoubtedly yielded a greater appreciation for the environment. With less travel and tourism, we have seen ecosystems slowly recover - and with that, a renewed bloom of interest in adventure and the great outdoors.

Time to enjoy the Biosphere and our precious national parks…

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ature has a positive impact on many aspects of our wellbeing. It not only helps to ease the minds and soothe the senses, but it also has lasting physical benefits as well. A simple stroll through the forest can help to lower blood pressure, reduce pain, and relieve physical tension in the body.

These effects are so powerful that some doctors have even started “prescribing” nature for common ailments. So, how can nature help to promote your wellness?

Inspiration The awe and beauty of nature inspires poets to write, musicians to compose, and artists to paint. Nature reminds us of the expansive world and calls to the adventurous side of our spirit. Even mental health imbalances that obstruct our desire to fully engage with life, i.e., anxiety and depression, are improved while spending time in nature. Take a moment each day to observe and, if possible, immerse yourself in natural surroundings, amongst the trees and flowers, mountains, or sea. Breathe in deeply and allow nature to fill you with inspiration.

Healing Our bodies have the inherent ability to restore and return to normal health.

However, the immediate environment plays a critical role in the efficiency of healing. Nature seems to hasten the healing process, even for those who suffer from major illness or recovery from surgery. Natural settings help to reduce stress reactions like anxiety, and have been shown to reduce pain and inflammation, lower heart rate and blood pressure, induce positive mood states, and even promote healthy immune response.

Connection Nature is a conduit for connecting us to the elements, our communities, and even our inner selves. Community gardening projects and farmers markets, ecocharities, and volunteerism - bring people together and strengthen social bonds.

Being away from the faint but ever-present whirring and buzzing of electronics, screen displays, and man-made barriers from the elements - the world opens, and you reconnect with a living and breathing environment. It is within this dynamic stillness that we may discover a deeper meaning in our own lives and existence. Nature connects us and we grow. So, take time to disconnect from the digital realm and reconnect with nature.

Courtesy: Dr Jason Culp Research & Development Director,Chiva-Som

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Ash y t r a B wins How Noosa resident and tennis icon Evonne Goolagong-Cawley rolled back the years in celebrating Ashleigh Barty’s debut Wimbledon win.

Words DANNY BOWMAN It’s strange how sport, perhaps more than anything else, manages to bring about moments that appear simply destined to happen. Those instances where fate, emotion and elation work together to produce a result that might as well be straight out of a movie script.

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e’re lucky in Australia to have experienced such moments numerous times across all manner of sports - where you sit back and utter those words “it just had to happen”. And as far as tennis goes, the achievements of everyone from Rod Laver to Pat Cash to Margaret Court will always be framed in the very highest regard.

And yet, on July 10th, there was perhaps the most perfect synergy of sporting contentment we could have dreamed of, certainly as far as goes the people of Noosa embracing one of their own in a golden moment of glory.

That Queensland native Ash Barty clinched a debut Wimbledon title, defeating Czech Karolina Pliskova 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 in the final, was certainly celebration enough – the 25-year-old’s ascent to world number one two years ago with her French Open win had necessitated another Grand Slam win, and it came. Yet to land that next big honour in the very mould of her hero, Evonne Goolagong (Cawley), who strove to similar success in south-west London exactly half a century years ago, is one for the Hollywood producers to get their heads around, perhaps.

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Barty said, “I have always played my tennis in awe of Evonne and always regard her as the inspiration and the person I want to emulate“Obviously her Wimbledon title is something that’s always been there as an example of a true champion performance, so it feels so special to me that I am able to pay tribute to her by winning it myself.”

The champion, who was born in Ipswich, hasn’t always had an easy ride in the sport. She took an indefinite break from action in 2014 and returned two years later, quickly ascending into the world’s top 100, where she has remained ever since.

And yet, when she arrived at the Wimbledon championships at the end of June, there was clearly a Wimbledon star of the past nudging her on to potential greatness. Evonne’s first Wimbledon win, way back in 1971, came against a backdrop of many of the difficulties suffered by indigenous Australians.

While born in New South Wales, the icon, who retired in 1983, has committed so much of her life and time – through the Evonne Goolagong Foundation and the support of countless tennis and football initiatives in the area – to Noosa Heads, where she moved at the start of the Nineties after a long spell in Florida with husband Roger Cawley.

“Evonne has always been someone who has given back infinitely more than she took from sport, and that’s what inspires me to keep moving forward,” said Barty.

Of course, the world no.1 made a not insignificant contribution to this perfect storyline as well – not just in winning Wimbledon, but doing so in a bespoke dress intended to mirror the design of Goolagong’s when she first lifted the crown.

While the world’s sports media lapped up the almost perfect 360-

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degree story, for the new champion, the win was as much about quiet reflection.

“I’m the type of player who loves those big moments, but am just as content with my own thoughts – I think that offers me real perspective and certainly keeps my feet on the ground.”

Relying on an inspiration from the past can be dangerous, something Goolagong alluded to after the final. “I’ve told Ash to go out and be her own person, her own star,” she said. “Tennis is a completely different game now to what it was then, and this win makes it very much certain she can stand up entirely as who she is now – a Wimbledon champion. I know how that feels and it is something that never leaves you, never makes you feel anything other than huge pride, yet drives you on to the next challenge.”

In every way, Goolagong, 70 at the end of July, is correct. Barty may well be defined as the Wimbledon champ who bridged a 50-year gap in bringing a new Aussie female champion to the table (although Goolagong did grab a second SW19 win in 1980), but the hard work truly begins now. And few would suggest the right-hander cannot use this platform to ascend to the level of greatness that Goolagong was able to achieve – four Australian Open titles, two at Wimbledon and one in Paris, along with a host of doubles honours.

It helps that Barty is at the top table of the sport at a time when the women’s game is in real transition. The Williams sisters’ vice-like grip on major honours has been loosened, while potential successors such as Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, Simona Halep and Angelique Kerber have all vied for the number one position without being able to truly nail their colours.

Success? Yes. Dominance? No. Barty is aware of her own strengths and limitations, and only by perfecting both will see have a chance to elevate her status to a level where she can begin to become regarded as a true generational great, but she is well on her way. “I know how much hard work goes into fulfilling potential, and I know there can be no let-up in what is required,” she said. “I feel time is still very much on my side, and I’m determined to make it.”

To start that journey by tapping into the brilliance of Evonne Goolagong Cawley has certainly been an impressive and inspiring place to start. “I’m so proud of how Ash handles herself both on and off the court,” she concluded. “She has a great career to play out, and she will.”

Evonne Goolagong (Cawley) In her glorious tennis career Evonne was ranked the number one player in the world in 1971 and 1976. In total she won 92 pro tournaments, was a finalist in 18 Grand Slam singles events winning at Wimbledon twice, the Australian Open 4 times, the French Open once and was runner up 4 years in succession at the US Open.

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2021 has been a big year for new emerging hair and make-up trends surprisingly with the on off cycle we have been living in for over a year thanks to covid-19.

Several haircut trends have officially emerged and style wise one thing is very clear; prepare to revisit the haircuts or your (or your mums) youth.

Retro looks are having a major moment, volume is back, bangs, shags and shapes we loved before the turn of the century have been revived in a modern way.

Spring hair & make-up forecast...

Warmer tones After a long spell of cooler shades Spring brings out the warmer tones, rich browns and reds, coppers, and honey hues. For the blondes I like to take the roots one to two shades deeper with a root melt and add some warmer deeper blonde foils underneath the crown to make the remaining blonde pop brighter.

Make up Make up looks are also taking us warmer and brighter as we head into spring; pink blush is more prominent

By Liz Kramar@icon studios Face framing layers than the previously sculpted bronzer The 90s influence on beauty and giving the face a flushed appearance, hairdressing & make-up fashion prevails with face framing layers, lips can be lined and filled with and Photos: Peter Trainer layers can be added to long or short hair; orange based nude topped with balm this is an easy way to try something new for a more natural approach or if you without drastically changing up your aren’t afraid of colour try a red, coral or pink lip. current length, your stylist will take in your features and decide how short Eyes have been seen on runways more nude with a warm crease and the shortest layer is. Depending on your face and how it should be framed gold added to the lid, brows are still strong but fluffy add a smudged to enhance your features, layers may start around your eyes, nose, or even liner for a more lived in grungy look or a black, brown or coloured bold jawline giving your hair more shape and movement. line for a sleeker more polished finish.

Wolf cut/ modern shag This cut is a modern take on a layered shag, think of wavy texture with shorter layers on the top and sides leaving the back of the hair longer, finished off with heavy bangs or side bangs. The key to this look is to give the style a relaxed cool feel with the styled but doesn’t look styled natural appearance. Perfect for those with wavy hair, if your hair is straight you will need to heat style to add volume.

Curtain bangs Curtain bangs and shaggy full bangs are definitely filling our feeds on social media at the moment. The curtain bang is lower maintenance as it is longer so it can be pinned back when needed, it is also easily grown out for those who aren’t sure about getting a fringe, whereas shaggy full bangs are shorter and more of a statement piece.

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Eco friendly and ethical 2020 and 2021 has really been a wake-up call for many people; I have always been very conscience of what products I use and endorse through my hairdressing and make up business, products chosen are cruelty free and preferably vegan.

Cruelty free and vegan products are obviously better for animals and the planet and they also has a multitude of scientifically proven health benefits for your entire body, minimal chemicals and natural clean ingredients will give you identical cosmetic benefits without the potentially negative health effects all whilst having a lower impact on the natural world around us.

Choose healthy and live kindly xo Liz Kramar

IS THIS THE FUTURE??...

Qoin is changing people’s lives, and with more than 37,000 validated merchants and over “It’s working really, 80,000 wallet really well for me,” said KrakPots entrepreneur holders joining Suzanne Hitchen from her base in Maleny. the Belinda Jane Keehn of BJ’s PJs loungewear company agreed: “When I heard about Qoin, I knew I needed to get with the program community and integrate digital payments into my e-commerce business”. since last Firmly focused on assisting businesses to use their spare capacity to year, Qoin maximise their earnings potential, Qoin provides traders and consumers the opportunity to transact on a day-to-day basis or accumulate digital assets for is well on potential future growth. its way to “We’ve used Qoin to get our brochures done and signage too,” says another becoming the most widely accepted digital currency.

merchant who believes the currency is ‘one that makes a huge amount of sense’.

Fee-free and touch-free, Qoin stands apart from other digital currency models in that its purchasing power grows as the merchant ecosystem expands - the more businesses in the community, the more everyone benefits.

Do as the merchants mentioned above have and usher your business into the future. Get started with Qoin today and be part of where the world is going.

Visit the Qoin website today – www.qoin.world

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The Song of Lewis Carmichael By: Sophie Laguna Illustrated by: Marc McBride Published by: Allen & Unwin RRP $16.99

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Our little fashionistas ...

A beautiful, illustrated story with a classic feel - about a quiet boy and a talking crow - on an extraordinary hot-air balloon adventure to the arctic.

Matthew has dreamed and read and thought about the North Pole for as long as he can remember, and he has done it secretly. It’s a place that cannot be tarnished by the world in which he lives - a world in which he struggles to find answers and make friends, while everything seems to come easily to other children.

But, one day Lewis Carmichael - a talking crow, with a broken wing lands at Matthew’s window and an unexpected voyage of a lifetime begins...

lessons aid in the development of coordination, balance, social and cognitive growth, muscle development and helps foster bonding time between loved ones, which is why it should be viewed as a non-negotiable when parents are choosing their child’s extracurricular activities,” Andrew says. “Other psychological benefits of teaching kids to swim includes the development of coordination, reduces stress and anxiety, and most importantly releases endorphins and serotonin, which leads to feelings of positivity and happiness.”

The important role sport plays in children’s behavioural and psychological development...

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eading Child & Educational Psychologist and Kingswim ambassador, Andrew Greenfield, says that compared to other sports, swimming lessons are one of the best extra-curricular activities for children, and provide a well-rounded spectrum of benefits in and outside of the pool. “Beyond the pool, swimming

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In addition to making children feel more confident in the water, he says that being there and celebrating milestones with your children, whether it’s that first splash in the pool - or if your child has completed a fully clothed swim for survival training, helps parents to feel more comfortable too. “Many parents can feel quite anxious in the lead-up to their child’s first swimming lesson, but the benefits far outweigh any hesitations parents might feel, when every lesson further develops theirs and their child’s swimming skills - in order to feel safe and enjoy the water.” “Between four and 12, students start building momentum with their confidence, kicking unassisted or with a kick board, and start to learn the different strokes along with basic water safety.”

Getting involved and asking your little swimmer what their goals are in the pool ahead of next summer will help keep them on track to their target, feel proud - and once reached, helps them strive for that next Big Goal. For those children who are already little dolphins in the pool, what does their big goal look like to them perhaps it’s swimming 10 laps of the pool, and for youngsters yet to dip their toes in, celebrate those big moments when splashing in the pool to help build confidence in the water.

What Mummy Makes By: Rebecca Wilson Published by: Penguin Random House RRP $29.99 130 simple recipes, all suitable from 6 months old, for weaning your baby with the foods you and your family love to eat too.

Here is your chance to learn how to wean you baby and feed your family at the same time by cooking just one meal In under 30 minutes that everyone will enjoy.

An ingenious new way to introduce solid food to your baby, while adapting for different ages and dietary requirements.

WHO FED ZED By: Amelia McInerny Published by: Allen & Unwin A zany picture book about Fred's fish, Zed, from Amelia McInerney - the hilarious author of The Book Chook (a CBCA Notable Book) and Adam Nickel, the illustrator of the phenomenally successful No One Likes a Fart by Zoe Foster Blake.

Told entirely in mono-rhyme, Who Fed Zed is a darkly comic text about reading food labels that is bound to appeal to any child with food intolerances. You heard it here first: never, EVER feed Zed bread.

Coast mother offers young readers a water-themed adventure...

MerTales: The Best Friend Promise By: Rebecca Timmis Published by: Allen & Unwin RRP $14.99 A sea-national new adventure series, packed with illustrations and a touch of mer magic - just perfect for beginner readers aged 6-9 yrs.

Today is Pearl’s 9th birthday, which she plans to spend with her best friends. But, when Pearl takes a shortcut on the way to Merschool, things begin to drift off course…it’s time for a mermazing adventure in Cockleshell Cove.

The text and illustrations are super accessible for readers just gaining their confidence in reading, all for a gloriously fun, inclusive reading experience with a diverse cast of characters (based on Bec’s own best friends).

Rebecca Timmis is an authorillustrator from the sunny Gold Coast, who has been shortlisted for several awards, including the Aurealis Award and the Text Prize - and has reallife adventure stories of her own. Bec has written code for websites, started her own web development business, and travelled the globe - almost falling off the Great Wall of China and hiding from grizzly bears in Canada.

She’s no stranger to the special brand of magic that is girl power, as a woman in STEM and a mother to three rambunctious boys - trying to turn them into polite members of society.

“I first came up with the idea of writing a book about mermaids after a snorkelling trip in Cambodia many years ago,” says Bec. “Normally I write quite boy-centric stories, so its been incredibly fun to write something pin and sparkly - that’s also bursting with girl-power. There are definitely no 'damsels in distress' in these books!”

The text and illustrations of her new ‘girl’ targeted titles are super accessible for readers just gaining their confidence in reading, all for a gloriously fun, inclusive reading experience with a diverse cast of characters (based on Bec’s own best friends).

There are four books in the series, just what all little ‘mermaids’ will want this year.

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w n u & x a l Re unique retail • fine art gallery • homewares • beauty What’s next for Noosa Marina

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oosa Marina is one of the staples of Noosa for over 30 years. Noosa Marina is a locals favourite dining location with a variety of restaurants on offer, be it modern Australian, a la carte, Italian or fabulous fish n chips.

Many working locals enjoy cafe Vin Cino for meetings, catching up over breakfast or a great lunch available 7 days a week.

There’s always something new to see with our variety of fashion Shops, hairdressers,day Spa and now a new fine art gallery on offer.

Pier 11 Restaurant is spectacularly located at the Noosa Marina perched overlooking the Noosa River. Specialising in modern Australian cuisine with a focus on fresh local seafood.

Pier 11 is also your best choice for Weddings, corporate Events and Private Functions. Come in and check out our recent renovations, modern comfortable style with indoor &

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outdoor options to drink in those views…and have a cocktail while you are at it!

Noosa Marina is also a departure point for many river cruises including sunset cruises, dinner cruises or do it your own way with self-drive BBQ pontoons or half cabin hire boats, or charter a deep sea fishing boat.

But by far the best way toFget your own perspective of Noosa is by catching the Noosa ferry and travel along the Noosa river while enjoying an historical commentary. A return journey is a leisurely 90 minutes and one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy Noosa.

Sundays are a fanfare of colour and entertainment with the regular Sunday markets and live music.

Why not arrive relaxed, by ferry enjoy breakfast or lunch, or perhaps top the day off with an exquisite dinner with a view straight up the Noosa River.

Noosa Marina. Relax and unwind.

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SWEET JIMMY By: Bryan Brown Published by: Allen&Unwin RRP $29.99 Bryan Brown has been telling stories with his distinctive Australian voice on TV and in film for a long time, but this time he's writing crime in his first book.

'My friend Bryan Brown, quite apart from his other manifold talents, turns out to be an excellent writer. An authentic voice; highly imaginative yet completely believable, with a flair for fully realised characters and a gripping narrative … a great story teller. This is utterly baffling. I'm furious.' - Sam Neill It was a gentle knock. Agnes had been waiting for it. Hoping he would be on time. Such a lovely fella, she thought...'Come on through. Got a surprise for you,' she said.

He had one for her too.

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GUCCI GUILTY Eau de Toilette pour Femme A distinctive Amber Floral accord, Gucci Guilty Eau de Toilette pour Femme is defined by the light, fresh femininity of lilac petals with a sparkling citrus twist on a trail of rich and sensual Amber notes and Patchouli.

Opening in the mood of the scent’s signature, the luminous citrus top notes of Mandarin are blended with Pink Pepper for a bright and vibrant freshness. At the heart, the Lilac floral quality combines with the fruity blend of Peach and Raspberry and with notes of Egyptian Geranium to create a delicate and harmonious contrast. Finally, Patchouli and Amber notes reveal the warmth and creaminess of the dry down, echoing the base notes of the Eau de Parfum to bring strength and sensuality to the juice.

Gucci Guilty Eau de Toilette pour Femme 50ml $ 124 and 90ml $164 is available from MYER, David Jones and Sephora stores nationally.

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BOTTEGA VENETA ILLUSIONE TONKA FOR HER

NAPOLEAN PERDIS Stroke of Genius Liquid Cashmere Foundation

An expression of sensuality with a floral, herbal and woody scent, rounded out by top notes of Bergamot and Black Currant, middle notes of Fig Leaf and Orange Blossom, and base notes of Olive Tree and Tonka Bean.

This easy-to-apply liquid foundation offers medium coverage with a luxurious, cashmere-feel finish. The built-in brush applicator twists on and off to save mess, wastage - and the need to use your fingers; making it perfect for tough-ups and on-the-go application.

30ml RRP $69.00

EDP 50ml RRP $155.00 In store October.

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CALVIN KLEIN DEFY Courage starts with a rich…break free from expectations. Defy boundaries and anything in your way.

Presented in a bottle that is reminiscent of Calvin Klein’s iconic jeans and a timeless white t-shirt; with a daring contrast of invigorating freshness and powerful woods.

A masculine woody fresh scent, EDT 50ml RRP $69; EDY 100ml RRP $89

YOUNG LIVING SWEET DREAMS COLLECTION Your ultimate dreamy bundle designed to provide simple, safe and effective solutions for soothing sleep and everyday stress relief. Featuring pure essential oils to encourage peaceful sleep, plus a Lucia Artisan Diffuser, beautiful eye mask and spray bottle to help enhance your evening ritual.

This essential collection includes: Lavender Essential Oil - a wonderful blend of fresh, floral, clean and calm.

Cedarwood Essential Oil - a warm and woodsy aroma the creates comforting, uplifting experience.

Peace & Calming Roll-on - forget the car full of screaming children and long lines at the supermarket - simply roll on this soothing blend and enjoy the calm.

Something different!

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Homewares Jewellery Fashion Gifts Accessories

Stockist info: www.youngliving.com.au. RRP $282.90

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. . . p o r d u l l i t t a E & p Sho New to the Junction Herberts mission is to make the most delicious vegetables in the world.

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ractice sustainability build community do things differently and change the perception of vegetables to the wider public we have been open now for 11 weeks and already we are engaging the locals of Noosa shire in a program to reduce waste and utilize organic home grown fruit.

We have initiated an arts program where we are working with talented artists and giving them a platform where they can exhibit and sell their work we make all of our soft drinks in house so we have massively reduced our carbon imprint and also the amount of glass and plastic the same ethos carries across to our spirits where we work with Manly spirits to use premium gin in a more sustainable way.

at the Junction

Things are changing…for the better - in the friendly shopping precinct of Noosa Junction. Boasting an eclectic mix of galleries, s pecialty stores, fabulous boutiques, supermarkets and providores of fresh food, restaurants and cafés to suit all tastes and budgets.

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th the influx of new boutiques, interior design showrooms, and the fabulous new The Pavilion, where a tantalising group of new and exciting businesses have taken up residence in a white tropical setting reminiscent of The Raffles in Singapore, the once quiet township is taking on a whole new life.

You’ll find everything from stunning jewellery and beautiful boutiques to exciting homewares and gifts-with-a-difference, bikinis and board shorts, shells, cappuccinos, seafood and furniture - resort wear to cocktail

Minx & Max Boutique The ultimate shopping destination for designer women’s clothing and accessories from prestigious labels renowned for their timeless designs, quality fabrics and fit. Visit the store in Noosa Junction opposite Coles New World at Noosa Fair to discover the latest arrivals from Cooper by Trelise Cooper, Verge, Morrison, Moyuru and many others. We are sure you will be delighted with the abundance of choice on offer.

We have such a hilariously complementary set of personalities where my creativity and recklessness is met by rationality and patience its a true pleasure to be in this with him, Mitch and I have been friends for many years since we worked together in The Wapping Project in London, Mitch has been involved in Noosa institutes such as Gusto and Rickys while his real impact was at venues such as Melbourne Press Club & Sosta Cucina.

Drop in and see them at Arcadia Walk Noosa Junction

wear and tea cups to candelabras.

The interesting arcades, sidewalks offer visitors the opportunity to explore and indulge in a plethora of diverse options, and an eclectic mix of shopping, dining and entertainment choices.

With a new invigoration, With it’s annual Junction Festival and other family events on the calendar of events each year, as well as the Twilight Market on the 3rd Friday of the month, there is always something new and exciting to do, see and experience in the Junction.

Symbolic Journey Symbolic Journey is a gorgeous shop, with an uplifting atmosphere to inspire you whilst browsing. There is an ever-changing variety of crystals, jewellery, books and much more.

Psychic readings are also available – bookings advisable. We’ve become a bit of an icon with locals and tourists alike, and are celebrating our 26th birthday this year! If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, or want to enliven your senses, this is the place to go!

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. . . p o r d u l l i t t a E & Shop at the Junction Bellissima now in Noosa Junction…

Hastings Street fashion institution, Bellissima has brought their international and Australian brands to The Junction, with their second Noosa-based boutique waiting to add flair to the dedicated fashion hub. With autumn now upon us it’s time to drop in and check out the beautiful fashion available for the autumn and winter seasons.

Mofo Mens Apparel Where men who like the finer things in life head to find their new season wardrobe additions. Mofo are the curators of style here in Noosa’s heart, Noosa Junction, stocking brands from New Zealand to Amsterdam. They pride themselves on offering personal service. The one stop shop for the modern man.

Lou Lou Australia If you’re looking for a wardrobe item that will stand the test of time, wear well, and cater to whatever climatic conditions

Mother Nature cares to throw your way, nothing beats natural fibres. With the ability to air well in the heat, but retain warmth in the cool, bamboo clothing is gentle against the skin, and even kinder to nature.

Our entire Summer collection features the signature Lou Lou ethos with clothing that is stylish yet equally flattering, complimentary, and sustainable for nature.

Lotus Rose Emporium A Noosa based, family-owned and 7operated business, offering customers designs that are stylish but above all, practical, comfortable and affordable. The designs are created in cool, breathable fabrics - cotton, linen, silk, and rayon and are available to suit most sizes and shapes.

They also stock other well-known labels, including Namastai, Lula Soul, Lululife, Holiday

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and Mozaic. This ensures a wide range of tastes and individual needs are catered for; so that you can find the perfect outfit to match your Noosa lifestyle.

Ma Petite Boutique Designer Fashion Reclaimed Boutique. What really makes Ma Petite Boutique clothing and accessories stand out is the excellent quality and the friendly service from store owner Virginie Taylor, who not only has a good eye for style and fashion - but also value, and exceptionally well-made clothing .The range of apparel at Ma Petite Boutique is similar to what you would find at any high-end store without the high price tag.

Gifts of Art Store The shop holds a large range of super-soft Turkish cotton and bamboo towels, beautiful Turkish rugs in-stock and custom order for special requirements-stunning embroidered bedspreads in jewel colours and a multitude of beautiful dishes. They also wash and repair oriental hand-made rugs as well.

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risbane Fashion Festival returns to The City this year with an exciting new look - and an iconic new home in the heart of Brisbane, King George Square, from Monday 23rd – Wednesday 25th August.

This year’s program features a thrilling line-up of more than 50 designers – from the hottest labels in Australian fashion to Queensland favourites - and the burgeoning next gen – presenting in excess of 440 unique, inspiring, and must-have looks for the new Spring/Summer season.

Brisbane Fashion Festival kicks off on Monday night, 23rd August, with the Treasury Brisbane Fashion Show; a showcase of the biggest designers and retailers, and cult favourites in Australia.

See the most sought-after styles of the new season from Aje, Ginger & Smart, article:, Calibre, Bianca Spender, and JETS Australia, plus national and international labels presented by David Jones, Samantha Ogilvie, and Camargue.

On Tuesday night, 24th August, fashion lovers will be treated to the newest, the brightest, and the next big names in fashion design in the Next Gen Group Show. A diverse and original mix of creativity will hit the runway, from kimbralou, TAFE Queensland Brisbane, QUT Fashion, #SELFLOVE CLVB, JARAWEE,

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Jonathan Usi, KG BOLD (Kelvin Grove State High School), Joteo, Maven Label, CHAMANI, and Moreno Marcos.

Rounding out the jam-packed fashion line-up on Wednesday night, 25th August, is a spectacular showcase of some of Queensland’s most-loved designers and retailers, including White Label Noba, Sacha Drake, Naudic, URBBANA, Bonita Collective, Maiocchi, Gina Kim, Sonia Stradiotto Couture, Annalisse Designs, Wil Valor, and Calexico.

Following the final runway show, guests are invited to celebrate at the official Brisbane Fashion Festival afterparty hosted by Treasury Brisbane.

They are also proud once again to bring fashion fans Live Streams of every

runway show; allowing them to relive the show, catch all the fashion action from the shows they missed, and even tune in from interstate and overseas.

Priced from $50.00. Gold Passes and Platinum Passes are also available to enjoy the full VIP treatment, perfect for entertaining a group at Queensland’s largest and most prestigious fashion event. $1 from every ticket sold will be donated to the Festival’s official Charity Partner for 2021, The Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust. www.brisbanefashionfestival.com Fashion Festival 2021.

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Published by: Hatchette Australia Windswept and Interesting is Billy Connolly’s first full-length autobiography, where the national treasure reveals the truth behind his windswept and interesting life. Joyfully funny and stuffed full of hard-earned wisdom, as well as countless digressions on fishing, farting and the joys of dancing naked; it is an unforgettable, life-affirming story of a true comedy legend.

Born in a tenement flat in Glasgow in 1942, orphaned by the age of four, and a survivor of appalling abuse at the hands of his own family, Billy’s life is a remarkable story of success against all the odds.

Billy found his escape first as an apprentice welder in the shipyards of the River Clyde later becoming a folk musician with a genuine talent for playing the banjo. But it was his ability to spin stories, tell jokes and hold an audience in the palm of his hand that truly set him apart. As a young comedian Billy broke all the rules and was fearless and outspoken. But his stand-up was full of warmth, humility and silliness too. His startling, hairy ‘glam-rock’ stage appearance - wearing leotards, scissor suits and banana boots - only added to his appeal.

It was an appearance on Michael Parkinson’s chat show in 1975 and one outrageous story in particular - that catapulted Billy from cult hero to national star. TV shows, documentaries, international fame and award-winning Hollywood movies followed. Billy’s pitch-perfect stand-up comedy kept coming too - for over 50 years, in fact - until a double diagnosis of cancer and Parkinson’s Disease brought his remarkable live performances to an end.

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But, ultimately, his job is about people - from primary schooler to pensioners, Sam’s gift is how he connects with them all. His openbook approach to social media has won him hundreds of thousands of fans along the way - although even he would admit - that many of them only like him for his cat Coco, who is rapidly catching up to him in Instagram followers.

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FOR LOVERS OF FOOD, WINE & FASHION

The spring menu is absolutely delicious so don’t delay in trying it out...

A welcoming slice of

French flair Chef/owner Frank Boulay of Periwinkle Restaurant in Peregian Beach, seduces diners with a taste of authentic, French bistro-style cooking using fresh, locally grown produce, supplemented by the very best ingredients available.

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With a leaning towards delicious fresh seafood, hand-crafted sourdough breads, char-grilled beef and local seasonal vegetables, as well as poultry and vegetarian options, the menu offers a tantalising taste of France without the price of a plane ticket.

The perfect spot for a relaxing breakfast, leisurely luncheon or romantic dinner.

Featured dishes: CANARD A L’ORANGE Duck leg confit, potato dauphinois, braised endive, orange Cointreau sauce LAMB Shoulder RISOTTO Slow braised lamb shoulder, saffron risotto, salsa verde

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Just over the sandhills at the southern end of the beach you’ll find Peregian Environmental Park, an area of Wallum Heath, which bursts into a colourful profusion of wildflowers in Spring. On the western side is Lake Weyba National Park and Lake Weyba which feeds into the estuary at Noosa Heads. The area is rich with native wildlife and flora.

Its friendly village atmosphere and laid-back lifestyle, makes Peregian Beach a favourite destination for savvy locals and clever tourists, who are seeking a quiet shopping experience away

from the bustle of Noosa Heads.

Peregian Beach offers visitors an excellent selection of casual and trendy restaurants, bars, cafés and take-aways dotted all around the central, village square - all inter-connected by quaint lanes and pathways. Visitors are free to choose the perfect spot for a coffee, luncheon or dinner.

And, those wanting a picnic or fish’n’chips in the park are well catered for as well.

Tables and seating are dotted around the area to make it easy to take a little break, when seeking out the bargains on offer at the surrounding boutiques.

A market day is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, when live music attracts large crowds to the to the lawn in front of the Peregian Beach Surf Club.

It’s definitely a family-friendly little beachside town.

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Plant-based food has made a name for itself on the food scene – from cashew-based cheeses, to dairy-free chocolates and unbelievable mock-meats.

Whether you’re a longtime vegan, new to eating a plant-based, or simply just a fan of good food, there is a plethora of culinary experiences to enjoy.

In the forthcoming issues of Plant-based we hope to put a spotlight on local producers, cafes and restaurants who demonstrate just how amazing vegan food can be.

You can expect a number of local food reviews, mouth-watering recipes and exciting new products as we explore the growing plant-based community on the Sunshine Coast.

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Experimenting with foraged ingredients and local flowers, charring locally sourced and organic vegetables, a stunning space in the heart of Noosa: Welcome to Herbert! info@herbertrestaurant. com 1 Arcadia St, Shop 2 Noosa Junction Photo: Peter Trainer

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There is a new buzzword around town that is all about healthy living, eating wholesome nourishing food and looking after this wonderful planet. The term ‘plant-based’ has been around for decades; although, its popularity has inevitably increased as people are made aware of the numerous benefits that come with increasing the amount of plants on their plate. This is a little crash course on plant-based living for those new to the phrase, interested in veganism, or simply looking for different ways we can look after our planet.

Plant-based or vegan?

The two terms are often used interchangeably but don’t always mean the same thing. ‘Plant-based’ is just as it sounds – a diet based on plants and avoiding animal products.

‘Veganism’ is more than just a diet, referring to a moral commitment to animals and distaste for animal cruelty. Vegans will not eat, use, wear or promote animal products or byproducts; this includes clothing such as leather and cosmetics that have been tested on animals.

Ultimately the choice is yours alone; whether you wish to identify with either of the above terms or label yourself as anything at all. Whatever path you choose, the advantages to reducing animal products in your diet extends well beyond

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ethics and encompasses both health and environmental reasons.

For your health Growing up, we’re always told to “eat your vegies” but did you ever wonder why? We all know that vegetables and greens are important for growing bodies and if anything, it should become more important to include fresh produce the older we get. The benefits of eating a plant-based diet is well documented.

According to multiple studies, vegetarians and vegans can enjoy a longer life expectancy, due to the decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and lower LDL cholesterol levels. A meta-analysis conducted in 2017 found that a vegan diet can reduce the risk of cancer by as much as 15%, which in unsurprising considering the World Health Organisation declared processed meat as a group 1 carcinogen.

A diet rich in plants, legumes, nuts and seeds is ideal for optimum health – to ensure you are getting a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibre so you can live a long and healthy life.

For the planet It can no longer be denied that our planet is in crisis.

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started to see the impact in our every day lives. There are many things you can do to help improve the state of the world, including driving less and carpooling, reducing your plastic where possible, recycling or you guessed it – eating a plant-based diet.

An unfortunate by-product of the world’s obsession with meat is its impact on the world’s carbon production. According to the UN’s Food and Dairy Agricultural Organisation (FAO), the meat and dairy industry accounts of approximately 14.5% of total global greenhouse gas emissions.

This is without considering the devastating effects that fishing has our oceans and marine life or the environmental impact that comes from destroying vegetation in order to grow and feed livestock. By consciously reducing your animal consumption, you are helping to reduce the demand for mass-produced meat and dairy and creating a better planet for all.

For the animals Perhaps the most fulfilling reason to consider a plant-based diet is knowing that you are saving lives. As humans it is within

our nature to share empathy with other living creatures. Many of us have pets or animals ourselves and it is heartbreaking to imagine hurting our beloved four-legged friends, let alone killing them for food. Unfortunately, society has conditioned us to consider one species higher than another – while killing dogs is considered inhumane and cruel, killing lambs or baby calves is “simply part of life”.

This no longer needs to be the case. With the increase in easily accessible plant-based alternatives in supermarkets and restaurants, there is no need for meat on our plates. Therefore, if you consider yourself an animal lover, you can happily enjoy a delicious and well-rounded diet without unnecessary cruelty.

If you have a business, product, sanctuary or market stall that aligns with our values, please contact the team at: info@noosaSTYLEmagazine.com.au Together we can spread the message and save the world, one scrumptious plant-based dish at a time.

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5 REASONS TO LOVE Asparagus...

Waistline friendly – Asparagus is low in kilojoules and contains no fat or cholesterol, making it the perfect addition to any diet, particularly if you’re trying to shed those winter layers.

Pregnancy partner – Asparagus is a great source of folate, with one serving providing more than 20% of our daily needs. Folate is particularly important for expectant mothers as it supports normal cell division and tissue formation.

Immune booster – We don’t just need to look to fruit to get vitamin C, a serve of asparagus provides 25% of daily vitamin C needs for a healthy immune system.

Age gracefully – Asparagus has a number of bioactive compounds, including antioxidants like rutin and beta-carotene. Research from accredited practising dietitian Glenn Cardwell suggests that these bioactive compounds keep us healthy, well into old age.

Tasty and thrifty – Not only does asparagus taste great, it’s also very affordable so is a perfect grocery addition for the whole family.

Did you know? Asparagus thrives in warm weather and the harvesting process is labour intensive. The spears are cut by hand, usually at night and early morning when it’s cooler in order to retain maximum freshness. In ideal temperatures, the spears can grow as quickly as 1 cm every hour.

Asparagus and Goats Cheese Truffle Toasts A tasty treat with lovely texture contrasts for a special snack, starter or light meal.

Serves: 4 Cooking time: 15-20mins Ingredients: 2 small fresh beetroot 1 bunch fresh asparagus, woody ends removed 4 slices flatbread or pita 100g spreadable goats cheese 2 tablespoons fresh walnuts, roughly chopped Truffle oil Watercress or seasonal herbs Method: Place the beetroot into a baking paper lined steaming basket, and cook for 15 minutes. Add the asparagus and cook for an extra 2-3 minutes.

1.Spread the flatbread (or pita) with the goats cheese and cook under a hot grill until golden. Top with the prepared sliced beetroot, asparagus and walnuts.

2. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with truffle oil and sprinkle with fresh herbs.

Serve and enjoy.

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Vegan chef Lauren Von der Pool has traveled around the world with A-list clients including Common, Stevie Wonder, and tennis champions Venus and Serena Williams, and has brought plantbased food to high-profile events like Grammys and the White House.

DIETITIAN TIPS

For Wellness DIETITIANS ALICIA AND BREE FROM WELLNESS IN REAL LIFE OFFER OUR READERS THEIR TOP FIVE TIPS - TO HELP NOURISH YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM AND KEEP YOU ENERGISED AND FIGHTING FIT THROUGHOUT THE COOLER MONTHS. 1. Increase the variety of foods you eat across the day One of the best things we can do to ensure we’re meeting our daily nutrient, vitamin and mineral requirements and supporting our immune system, is to increase the diversity of foods in our diet.

With only one in 10 of us eating our recommended nutrient-rich veggies each day, it’s important we’re focused on upping our plantbased diversity! Some quick and easy go-to’s for us are: Breakfast: Topping our wholegrain cereal with fruit, nuts and seeds. We also like to change things up in the milk department with plant-based milks containing added calcium, like Califia Farms Unsweetened Almond Milk.

Lunch: Spicing dishes up by adding roasted chickpeas, a tin of lentils, wholegrains like quinoa, fruit, nuts or seeds and dressing - lemon, mustard and olive oil for the Vitamin C hit.

Dinner: Soups, curries and pastas are the perfect warming dishes. We often stir through plant-based milks for a lighter velvety feel and top with some crunch- nuts, seeds, toasted wholemeal bread bits - so nourishing for those winter nights.

Snacks & drinks: Coffee breaks are a necessity, right? Try swapping out your OG dairy coffee with a plant-based option. Califia Farms Oat Barista Blend has no added sugar, no gums and is such a creamy addition!

2. Keep up your liquids We may not feel super thirsty during the winter months but being indoors with heating all day can mean we actually become dehydrated quite quickly. We may start to feel tired, fatigued and even get those nagging headaches creeping in. So, it’s extra important for us to find fun ways to keep that cup topped up! Some of our faves include: Adding fruit or herbs to your water bottle for that extra zing!

Herbal tea, with lemon & ginger being our go-to!

Fruit juice can be a refreshing addition, especially if we add a touch of fruit juice in our sparkling water to spice things up!

Coffee can also count in the hydration game. We sometimes swap our daily latte for XX Espresso Cold Brew Coffee which is refreshing, dairy free and made with 100% arabica coffee beans.

3. Nourish our gut health Around 70% of our immune system stems from the gut. So, we try to keep it happy and healthy by including high fibre and prebiotic rich foods in our diet. Foods that are rich in prebiotics include: Dried dates and figs. We love stuffing dates with peanut butter as an afternoon snack.

Garlic and onion. Pretty much a staple in every meal in our homes.

Red kidney beans and chickpeas. These make great additions to your winter soups.

Oats. Such a great way to start your day with a warming bowl of porridge. We often add Califia Farms Oat Barista Blend to our breakfast as a way to up the fibre intake with 2g in every serve!

4. Pack in Vitamin C Vitamin C is a key nutrient in supporting a healthy immune system. It acts as an antioxidant fighting free radical damage in our bodies caused from those nasty invading bugs. We also love that a number of the fruits and veggies in season are high in Vitamin C – it’s almost like mother nature is looking out for us. Our go-to’s are: Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits Veggies like capsicum, cabbage, spinach and broccoli

5. Include Zinc rich foods Zinc is another important mineral for the healthy development of immune cells in our body. For those following a plant-based diet, you can enhance absorption through soaking, heating and fermenting your plantbased sources of zinc, such as: Nuts: cashews and almonds Seeds: pumpkin seeds Legumes: chickpeas and baked beans.

Whole grains: wheat germ and oats.

And what about winter comfort foods?

“Food is way more than nutrition, food is emotional, so we would never shy away from eating the foods that bring us comfort including the classic Friday night takeaway! But sometimes there’s nothing more comforting than a home cooked meal. So, check out some of our fave ‘fakeaway’ options you can make at home.” say Alicia and Bree.

For delicious plant-based winter recipes, inspiration and info head to: califiafarms.com.au or @califiafarmsau

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Our vegan journey Surf instructor Madi Wall shares her passions... her son, her partner and love of vegan food...

“MY JOURNEY TO BECOMING VEGAN WAS ONE OF THE BEST CHOICES I HAVE EVER MADE IN MY LIFE. I HAVE BEEN VEGAN FOR NEARLY A DECADE AND I AM NEVER LOOKING BACK”.

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y first steps to a vegan lifestyle was almost an intuitive feeling that meat was not healthy. I was never in my life a huge meat eater so it was a easy change for my health. Then after seeing footage of beautiful sentient beings in a slaughter house I couldn't believe I'd been so unaware of the cruel and unnecessary things done to these animals. So then I was vegan for my health and the animals. Years passed and soon many amazing documentaries appeared such as: Conspiracy, What The Health, Dominion, Game Changers and Seaspiracy and WOW, these were all so informative not only about health and the animals but for our precious planet we live on.

Since becoming vegan I immediately noticed an abundance of positive changes physically, mentally and emotionally. My energy was through the roof, my skin was glowing, my mental health was stabilising, my menstrual cycle was no longer irregular or painful, my endurance in fitness improved drastically the list goes on!

But my greatest achievement and miracle was creating new life in my womb, I gave birth to a big healthy 4 kg baby boy that had been vegan since conception. Piero is now 3 and absolutely thriving on a vegan diet.

It is undebatable and undeniable that the vegan lifestyle is the best choice you can make in your life for yourself, your family, the animals and the planet.

I have not lost an argument yet about this and hopefully started some important conversations.

“When we tell them the cheese is actually organic sprouted brown rice they can't believe it”.

Everyone one talks about ways to create a more sustainable future, well I believe one of the most impactful ways we can achieve this by creating a vegan future. There are so many amazing products out there now that literally everything can be veganized. There is no need to exploit animals, we can all live happily and healthily thriving o of plants! It is 100% possible and as I said the way of the future.

My partner Gianmarco and I met 5 years ago at a famous pizzeria in Newtown, Sydney called Gigis. Gianmarco was not vegan

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when we met but I never forced anything on to him I just showed him and answered any questions he had. Slowly as he saw how I lived my life and how I was thriving on plants, he made the change to a vegan lifestyle not long after we met! He had concerns at the start, worrying about losing muscles and energy levels. But he is now stronger, heavier and full of beans (literally) he is at the top of his cross-fit gym breaking all the stigmas attached to eating only plants. He then also inspired his family in Sicily to go vegan which really benefited his father as he is a diabetic and was on 5 different pills and an injection but now he only takes 1 pill since becoming vegan.

Gianmarco and I always wanted to create a business with a vegan future in mind so it was a no brainer to open a plant-based pizza trailer together!

We thought about opening a brick and mortar but we are passionate about travelling so making our business mobile was a must. Because we can move around this gives us the opportunity to not only serve pizzas but to talk too many different and diverse people about what we do and why. We are hoping to light a fire in people hearts to be open to making healthy positive changes in their food choices. We have had many customers not realise we are a plant based pizza trailer even after they experience our pizzas. When we tell them the cheese is actually organic sprouted brown rice they can't believe it.

We are truly having some thoughtful and meaningful conversations with people and we really hope we can continue to travel around Australia or the world to start these important conversations.

“The future is vegan!”

Truffle Time The allure of the black truffles is hard to describe the rich, aromatic, earthy and almost floral nose permeates through the rich soil, tantalising all who find them. The fruiting body of a fungus, truffles grow beneath the soil on the roots of Oak and Hazelnut trees, covered in the fallen leaves of the trees, which give them protection from insects.

The season is short which adds to their mystique and heady pricing. They are sought-after and highly-prized by chefs and diners around the world.

We attended the iconic Truffle Kerfuffle Festival in June, and had the distinct pleasure of going truffle hunting with the amazing truffle dogs.

Forget about the pigs that were traditionally used to sniff out truffles in Europe - pigs eat ‘anything’ - but dogs can be trained with positive reinforcement scent association, and are more interested in their treats than eating the bounty.

The dogs don’t only follow their handler - they independently follow their noses and search out the truffles for themselves.

Then they sit and stay until the handler arrives - he give the command to ‘show’ and the gentle dog touches the ground where the truffle scent is strongest.

The handler then gently pushes the leaves aside, takes a bit of soil in his hand and sniffs it to find the truffle scent, then carefully spreads the soil with his fingers to unearth the precious cargo.

truffletime OUR TRUFFLE HUNTING ADVENTURE...

During the Truffle season in Western Australia, highly trained, truffle dogs and their handlers spend their days unearthing fresh Perigord Black Truffles - to be shipped to over 30 countries around the world - all within hours of being harvested. The Southern Forests of Western Australia offer rich, loam soil and plentiful rainfall - which are integral to the bountiful supply of what are now regarded - as the finest truffles in the world.

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he truffle orchards of the region of Manjimup, right in the heart of Australian truffle country, have become the success story of the region - with growers committed to producing the highest and most consistent, quality truffles available in the world.

Our beautiful truffle girl was a Hungarian Vizsla, and her daughter was also a truffle hunter.

The truffle dogs wear socks on their front feet so that they don’t mark the truffles when they find them - they work hard, sniffing the ground beneath the trees of the picturesque orchards, usually only for an hour or so at a time, so that they don’t get tired; their noses must be in top condition!

And, they sit patiently waiting for the truffle to be unearthed so that they receive their doggy treat.

There are several different breeds of dogs used, Labradors, Vizslas, Charlie the Wolf Hound-cross etc - all highly-skilled at sniffing out thousands of dollars worth of truffles during their hunts.

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Can’t wait for 2022 - when we’ll be joining in the hunt again.

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KENILWORTH HOMESTEAD

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Every Saturday and Sunday commencing in August, the Kenilworth Homestead will be hosting the Weekend Fire Pit. Inspired by the traditional Argentinian Asado Barbecue, the boys from Terra Firma will be cooking delicious local meats over the open flame for 6 hours, to create the prefect dining experience for diners.

So join in the fun - bring your picnic blanket and join in the lazy afternoon, wandering through the vege gardens, visiting the animals, listening to live music and enjoying great food in the wide, open spaces.

Bookings recommended.

For more info and to book your space visit: www.terrafirmading.com/weekenders-atkenilworth-homestead

Everyone is talking about Gusto’s Sunday $39.00 Roast Pork, said to have the best crackling in the region.

If you’re finding it hard to wait for Sunday, be sure to check out the weekday, $29.00 lunch special which includes a glass of wine; or the $39.00 dinner special which also includes a glass of wine. Saturdays they offer five courses and two hours of Rosé for $75.00. So nice to know what you’ll be paying before you go out.

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RRP $4.00. Available now exclusively from Coles and independent retailers.

THE MILKBAR NOOSA BOATHOUSE Check out the new look, open-plan Sunset Bar, at the Boathouse, with its soft palette colours and ambient lighting. The perfect place to enjoy your favourite cocktails or boutique beer while watching the passing flotilla of boats, ferry and waterbirds.

AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE PANTRY STAPLE RITZ welcomes a new taste sensation to its fold

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No - I didn’t see any milkmaids or milkshakes, but I did find a wide and varied selection of deli goodies (including Caviar), as well as beautiful pastries, salads and ready-prepared meals to make your life a little easier.

Be sure to check it out in Bay Village on Hastings Street.

We recommend the Vanilla Slices!

All new, Herbert has just opened in Noosa Junction’s Arcadia Lane.

Alex and Leon explained that their mission is to create delicious food using local vegetables, whilst practicing sustainability, building community and doing things "a bit differently".

In line with their plant-based menu, Alex very cleverly used Noosa Community Notice Board recently, to offer their next-level cocktails in payment for homegrown fruit from the laden trees around the area. Great thinking 99.

NOOSA ITALIAN The renovations are finally finished, and with a new look and new Italian Chef in the kitchen, Noosa Italian is definitely kicking goals once again. There’s always plenty of parking available at Noosa Wharf for diners, and the views over the waterways creates the perfect dining experience.

RES TAURANT & PIZZA ON THE RIVER

r e v e n s a h g n i n Di t a d o o g o s d e k loo . . . a n i r a M a s o No With two of the Wharf’s iconic restaurants just refurbished, including the long-established Noosa Italian Restaurant - and Pier 11 Restaurant; and with another new restaurant opening up on the promenade the next few months - waterfront dining and cuisine choices have never been so good at Noosa Marina.

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he Marina has long been the place to go for that total, waterside experience looking at the marina full of different boats, or hiring boats or going on fishing adventures… strolling along the extensive timber wharf....and browsing through the many speciality shops, art galleries and more.

You can even catch the ferry to and from Hastings Street, so that you don’t have to worry about driving once you’ve seen the wide variety of dining options available in the precinct, from coffee shops, casual fish and chips, open dining areas and fine dining experiences.

Award-winning Noosa Italian Restaurant & Pizza has just had a beautiful new renovation, ensuring the best of Noosa climates can be enjoyed - whether its enjoying a cool river breeze on a summer's day as you enjoy the true Italian dining experience or intimate nighttime dining with family and friends - or the one you love on a cosy night.

The restaurant’s new look is modern, with ambient lighting that shimmers over the water.

Italian chef Dario continues the innovative cuisine the restaurant is known for, and has introduced some new specialty dishes.

The menu includes house-made pastas and sauces- through to sourcing the best of local seafood, meats and produce that the region has to offer.

Their newly expanded wine list includes both international and Australian wines - so that you can choose the perfect match to your dining choices.

Of course. no Italian restaurant is authentic without a huge centre-piece, wood-fired pizza oven to make the best pizzas around.

There are changing chefs specials each day to make going to the restaurant a new culinary experience every time.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, so make a reservation on 0434 190 573 to ensure your table. Takeaway available

Northern Italian cuisine & wood fire pizza on the waterside

Noosa Italian has been awarded the

Certificate of Ospitalità Italiana Plaque from the Italian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) Ospitalità Italiana is a quality seal of certification conferred to quality Italian Restaurants all over the world recognised by the Italian Government

Absolute waterfront dining on the Marina 2 Parkyn Court, Noosa Marina Tewantin www.noosaitalianrestaurant.com.au www.facebook.com/noosaitalian

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Sunshine Beach FOOD, FUN, BEACH & COFFEE

With its eclectic mix of boutiques, quality restaurants, relaxing bars, al fresco cafés and fabulous coffee shops, a coastal surf culture feel - and friendly village vibe… Sunshine Beach has something for everyone.

ICONIC ASIAN DINING...

EMBASSY XO, IS ONE OF THOSE RESTAURANTS THAT RESONATE WITH YOUR INNER FOODIE SOUL.

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ith it’s ultra-modern take on Asian cuisine, executive chef James Wu and his talented team have created a menu that takes diners on a flavour and texture journey, to the peak of gastronomic pleasure.

XO’s dining room and lounge bar are framed by louvres that open wide to let in the welcoming sea breezes of Sunshine Beach, offering diners a haven from the summer/autumn heat.

The restaurant offers inside and outside dining options, with

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comfortable banquette and traditional seating, and a private bar area where cocktails are mixed with aplomb.

It’s the perfect venue for a pre or post dinner catchup with family and friends, or a romantic assignation. It’s also the perfect place for an after work glass of wine and their tempting small tasting plate options.

Their wine and beer list is extensive, covering imported and Australian classics, as well as new age offerings from up-andcoming wine labels and boutique brewers.

The restaurant lists also utilise the buying power of Embassy’s own boutique cellars in Sunshine Beach and Noosa Junction to keep the prices affordable for diners. And, XO regularly holds Pop-Up Wine nights, where you can come along for a small fee, to taste new wines with complementing tastes from the kitchen, talk to the winemaker and enjoy the company of like-minded people.

And, if you love Yum Cha you can’t go past XO for luncheon on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

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By: Jamie Oliver Published by: Penguin. RRP $49.99

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Welcome family and friends back around the table with Jamie’s 2021 cookbook.

Getting together and sharing a meal with loved ones has never felt so important. Each chapter of Together features a meal, from seasonal feasts to curry nights, with a simple, achievable menu that can be mostly prepped ahead. Together takes the stress out of cooking by teaching you tricks to get organised and get ahead,

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King Prawn, cucumber & tropical salad with chilli coconut dressing Serves: 4 as a light meal; 6 as a side salad Prep time: 20 mins Cooking time: 6 mins Ingredients: 2 mangoes 1/2 small ripe pineapple, finely sliced and cut into bite-sized pieces 6 baby cucumbers, quartered lengthways 2 tbs shredded coconut 3 tsp sesame seeds 1 tsp chilli flakes 2 fennel or 4 baby fennel 6 red radishes 24 (500g) medium cooked prawns,

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peeled & deveined 1 cup flat leaf parsley leaves Dressing: 1 lemon, juiced 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp castor sugar one long red chilli deseeded and finely chopped (optional) Method: Place coconut into a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook, shaking pan 23 mins until toasted. Transfer to a bowl.

Add sesame seeds to the pan, cook, shaking for 2 mins until lightly toasted.

Add the chilli, cook a further 30 secs.

Add to the coconut. Set aside to cool.

Combine the dressing ingredients in a jug, season and whisk until well combined. Pour half into a large bowl. Using a mandolin, thinly slice the fennel and radish. Add to the dressing just before you are ready to serve. Toss gently to coat.

Cut the cheeks from the mangoes, and using a large spoon remove the flesh from the 4 cheeks and slice. Add to the fennel with the cucumbers, pineapple, prawns and parsley. Toss gently to combine.

Pile the salad onto serving plates.

Sprinkle with coconut chilli mixture.

Spoon over the remaining dressing.

Season and serve.

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Food Glorious Food Frenchies Brasserie...

Noosaville’s favourite French restaurant, Frenchies Brasserie is renowned for its authentic French cuisine complemented by its Aussie laidback ambience, recently hosted a special night of wine and food.

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he David Powell Wine Dinner offered guests a perfectly matched four course dinner, created by executive chef Fabian Oliveau, each matched with a signature Powell & Son wine.

Powell & Son wines are handmade by David – a renowned winemaker for over 30 years – and his son Callum, using grapes from some of the region’s oldest Rhone vines. As their philosophy is - that a great wine is made in the vineyard, David and Callum tend the vines personally, pick the fruit, and ferment it using age-old European techniques.

Their traditional and minimalist winemaking techniques produce unique and expressive wines - year after year - Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro, Riesling and Roussanne Marsanne - that speak of the terroir where they are grown, South Australia’s stunning Barossa and Eden Valleys.

David’s experience producing some of the great wines of the world, and among the best of the Barossa Valley, made the evening a wine and food event to remember.

Executive chef Fabian Oliveau's starter was a delicate Tuna Tartare balanced on a tapioca cracker, complemented by a glass of Powell & Son Eden Valley Riesling 2018 and Powell & Son Roussanne Marsanne 2018.

An entrée of Duck Rillette, cranberries sauce gastrique, petite salade and brioche followed and was perfectly matched with a glass of Powell & Son GSM 2017 and Powell & Son Barossa and Eden Valleys Shiraz 2017.

Executive chef Fabian Oliveau

The main was a perfectly Braised Beef Cheek Bourguignon, mashed potatoes, bacon and mushrooms that was balanced by glass of Powell & Son Schulz Shiraz 2018 and Powell & Son Loechel Shiraz 2018. To finish the evening, a cheese course of deep-fried Camembert and honey dressing was presented with a glass of Powell & Son Kraehe Shiraz 2016.

What a stunning evening of fine food, fine wines; an evening where you could learn more about the art of winemaking - and the mastery of indulgent dining.

Frenchies Brasserie, 11/4n Thomas Street, Noosaville.

Ph: 5415 1829 www.frenchiesbrasserie.com.au

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Winemaker David Powel & Frenchies owner David hosted the occasion

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A dining adventure to tantilise...

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hat makes the southern region of Western Australia the best culinary adventure for your next post-Covid lockdown experience?

Well in my mind - it all has to do with the wonderful Mediterranean climate which is influenced by the Darling Scarp mountain range, that provides almost perfect conditions for the growth in the abundant community of farms. The diverse range of microclimates enhance the raising over 50 varieties of vegetables and fruits, as well as some of the most prestigious vineyards in Australia. I won’t mention the rain - oops I did! They also have a very generous rainfall. There are so many options to choose from but I have selected a few

Truffles Well definitely - when you are in the heart of truffle country - in the right season - every menu will be showcasing the softly perfumed, rich and tantalising truffles in all their glory.

We tried them on everything from gently scrambled eggs; grilled mixed mushrooms on toast; a good piece of Wagyu; melted Swiss raclette cheese, potatoes and gherkins - even freshly popped popcorn.

Who said that truffles were elitist?! Be sure to take the opportunity to taste them if the occasion raises its head.

Restaurants: What a choice. This region is full of excellent wineries - most with exceptional restaurants on-site. Unfortunately due to the Covid lockdown in Perth while we were in the SW, most restaurants were only able to take fewer bookings to adhere to the rules. So we missed a few that we wanted to visit. Luckily for us some were still open.

Millbrook Winery Restaurant This absolutely fabulous restaurant is under the guidance of Twohatted Executive Chef, Guy Jeffreys and Head Chef Jamie Hembrow.

With a focus on sustainable foods - and inspiration from the everchanging seasonal offerings, mostly sourced from their own one acre farm.

The fertile property incorporates an active orchard, producing over 100 varieties of heirloom vegetables, as well as fruits, all complemented in their restaurant by produce, fish and meats sourced from local suppliers.

The menu we tasted was incredible and matched with premium wines from the Millbrook Winery cellars, made our day a total delight.

The menu was bursting with fresh flavours, incredibly fresh produce from the gardens - and I was lucky enough to choose the signature dish - Viognier Braised Rabbit Risotto. What an incredible dish - can’t wait to go back to the region next year for longer - and revisit this restaurant. www.millbrook.wine

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memorable ones:

Fresh Water Marron These ‘soft’ skinned freshwater crayfish are the largest found in Australia much larger than the Redclaw Crayfish that we are used to on the eastern coast, and offer a sweet, subtle flesh that almost melts in your mouth. When they are in season you will see them gracing all the menus in WA. I even entered the annual Manjimup raffle to win a supply of them. I didn’t win luckily because I wasn’t sure how I’d either cook them or get them home to Noosa.

The signature restaurant for this state-of-the-art winery, offers guests breathtaking views from the wide, sweeping verandahs that overlook the meadows and majestic Karri Trees in the surrounding forests. With a food philosophy that combines exceptional, seasonal West Australian produce - focusing on flavour, texture and aromas, Executive Chef Jed Gerrage presents Three and Six course tasting menus, featuring entrees such as Kangaroo Fillet, native plum, pepper berry cream, and beetroot, complemented by the 2014 Art Series Shiraz; and mains that include Line-caught fish, celeriac, cuttlefish and XO, with the 2011 Art Series Chardonnay; and of course delectable desserts including Rhubarb parfait, rosella, jasmine and roasted rice. www.leeuwinestate.com.au

Vasse Felix Restaurant This is one of Australia’s most-awarded destinations - the ultra-modern menu superbly showcases regional produce in a contemporary way. The wine-focused style of dining experience allows guests to appreciate both the food and the exceptional Vasse Felix wines - in harmony.

The degustation menu draws inspiration from the offerings available each season, and takes diners on a Margaret River culinary journey.

Head Chef Brendan Pratt is both youthful and dynamic - and he and his team present diners with a selection of ‘art on a plate’ creations - that taste even better than they look!

Before dining, guests can take the time to visit the onsite Art Gallery, which showcases a seasonal program of exhibitions from the Holmes á Court Collection. The property is well-known for hosting a calendar of events including celebrations of food, wine, art, music and so much more. www.vassefelix.com.au

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Wine & Spirits WHO DOESN’T LOVE A WINE OR COCKTAIL

ROBERT OATLEY FINISTERRE McLaren Vale Grenache 2019

FOUR PILLARS 2021 Limited Edition Bloody Shiraz Gin

Offering perfumed red fruits, distinctive musk notes, vibrant, juicy and texture and rounded supple tannins - what more could you want from a perfectly balanced Grenache.

With an average old vine age of 80 yrs, this 100% Grenache was hand-harvested at optimum ripeness, fermented on skins for 10-12 days, then settled to mature in 3+ year-old oak.

Benefiting from 10 months in 3rd-use and older large format French oak.

Limited release so be quick. RRP $45.00

YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING WHAT MAKES THE 2021 LIMITED EDITION VINTAGE RELEASE OF FOUR PILLARS BLOODY SHIRAZ GIN SO SPECIAL. Well the boys say there are three good reasons: 1. In the past their have been significant variations in vintage that reflected in the gin - and 2021 has offered a fabulous vintage.

2. The super collectable and reusable bottle designed by Melbourne illustrators, Jess Cruickshank and Ellen Porteus.

3. If you buy two bottles you’ll get a free jar of their new ‘Made from Gin’ Grape & Quince Paste.

700ml RRP $85.00 Limited stock available: www.fourpillarsgin.com And, just to help in your decision, check out this cocktail recipe:

BLOODY FLORADORA Pure purple deliciousness in a glass, with sweet fruit, spicy ginger and zingy lime.

INGREDIENTS: - 50mL Bloody Shiraz Gin - 25mL fresh lime juice - 60mL ginger beer - Lime METHOD: - Squeeze lime juice, reserving the hull - Shake gin and lime juice over ice, then strain into a rocks glass - Add ginger beer, ice and garnish with the lime hull

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NEVER NEVER GIN While we may by a nation of gin and tonic devotees, that doesn’t mean imagination has to stop at ‘ice and a slice’ (of lemon, or even lime) when making one. According to Sean Baxter, Never Never Distilling Co Brand Director and Founder, it’s a matter of taking a look at the bottle to find what botanicals your gin was made with, and choose one (or a few) as your garnish.

HALLIDAY WINE COMPANION 2022 Edited by Tyson Stelzer With more than 140,000 tasting notes from over 3,500 wineries, Halliday Wine Companion provides Australia’s most comprehensive collection of wine reviews and ratings. With this wine companion your Dad will never drink a bad wine again.

Published by: Hardie Grant Books, paperback RRP $39.99 Available in bookstores nationally. bottles available RRP $139.99

Champagne Palmer & Co Rosé Solera… an odyssey

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ucumber, coriander, chilli, citrus, a bay leaf, a twist of black pepper – when it comes to the perfect G&T, variety should be your spice. One of the reasons gin remains so popular is that it can carry big flavours, so make the most of it.

So, come your next Aperitivo hour, while you could reach for that bottle of something standard - because that’s just what’s there, how about trying something a little bit new. A little bit different.

And give drinks o’clock the boost it needs, especially as World Gin Day should really be everyday.

Enter: the world first Grenache gin, which is back and better than ever for 2021. The limited release product was the first-ever Grenache gin to hit the global market, when Never Never Distilling Co. first released it back in May 2020. The ‘ginache’ went on to sell out its allocation in less than two months. Thankfully, Never Never recently secured over 10 tonnes of local McLaren Vale Grenache fruit with which to create a 2021 release. Cue the fireworks.

The 2021 iteration of the ‘ginache’ reveals rose petals, cinnamon and fresh raspberries on the nose, followed by strawberry coulis, vanilla, Redskins, and cranberries on the palate. The tipple finishes long and dry, with lingering notes of coriander, juniper, and sour cherry. The colour of the gin is also quite unique, changing from a deep crimson to a bright watermelon pink when mixed.

NEVER NEVER GINACHE CHARLIE CHAPLIN We love the Charlie Chaplin, originally made using equal parts sloe gin, apricot brandy and fresh lime juice. However with this variation, Ginache is used instead of sloe to create a tart, sherbetdriven cocktail that zips across the palate.

A pioneer in the mastery of effervescence, the Champagne region was also a trailblazer when it boldly blended red and white wines to create a rosé champagne.

Lift the veil on this unique winemaking process and discover the mysteries of a cuvée of unequalled complexity. Palmer & Co Rosé Solera expresses itself through a range of aromas and flavors, combining lovely notes of red fruit and spice, a strong personality that puts emotions at the heart of the tasting experience. RRP $70.00

2019 Shaw & Smith Shiraz A rich, ruby red wine awaits the imbiber with luscious notes of cherry and blackcurrant, crushed black pepper and a warming glow.

Although the yields were low for this vintage the wine offers wonderful full flavour to those lucky enough to purchase a bottle. Will also be a great Father’s Day or Christmas present this year, if you can avoid drinking it!!

RRP $52 Available at all good liquor outlets.

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Ingrediants: 30ml Ginache 30ml Apricot Brandy 30ml Lime juice Orange Twist Method: Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange twist. $70 Stockist info: www.neverneverdistilling.com.au

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Just in time for the hotter days of Spring… a little tantalising tongue tingler...

Freixenet Prosecco Lemon Mint Cocktail This delicious Freixenet Prosecco cocktail is so simple to make, is packed with Vitamin C and is mouth-wateringly refreshing!

Your will need: Your favourite cocktail glass A bottle of chilled Freixenet Prosecco Ice - crushed or cubed (your choice) Plenty of Lemons Freshly picked Mint Method: Fill your glass with a generous serve of ice, add slices or wedges of lemon and a little squeeze of juice as well.

Now pour in chilled Freixenet Prosecco and finish off with fresh mint leaves for the perfect touch.

Just perfect for your next al fresco garden party.

ORIGINAL SPIRIT CO. Introduces their Blood Orange & Japanese Yuzu GINFUSION

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hat began as a family passion to produce a traditional digestive 19 years ago, quickly grew into a quest to craft local premium spirits and liqueurs for the Australian market.

When the Richartz family arrived in Australia, by way of India and New Zealand in 2002, there was no digestive in sight. A little extra originality was called for and small batch processing started in earnest. Those original experiments continued and soon the entire family and some friends became involved.

Herb mixtures and maceration times were varied. However, something was still missing. So, Christoph made contact with a German master distiller, who accepted the family’s invitation to visit Australia. The missing piece in the puzzle was the introduction of a distillation process.

In 2007 the distillery was officially incorporated, a manufacturer’s license was obtained, and true to tradition a German-made copper pot still was imported.

Fast forward to 2016 - and with growing demand for their product, and to scale production, a new facility to house the distillery was needed.

As Victoria's Mornington Peninsula is synonymous with local makers, award-winning

restaurants, wineries and breweries, it was the perfect spot for Original Spirit Co. to set up home to craft what would be their premium spirits, liqueurs and multiple award-winning gins.

Today the distillery still crafts the Original Harvest Blend Digestive - but now also their two award-winning Dry Style Gins [a Classic Dry & Single Barrel Reserve), a Sloe Gin and 5 Ginfusion flavours.

With the fabulous growth of the Australian Gin market and the appetite for quality craft spirits growing, the Richartz family are excited to continue to explore and develop the Australian Gin landscape.

RRP $65 (includes crystalline glass) Stockists: www.originalspiritco.com

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Maleny & Montville A COUNTRY EXPERIENCE

Spring is here and there’s no better time to venture up the Blackall Range for a scenic drive around the rolling hills. The air is still a little cooler on the range, so it’s always the perfect spot to visit, as take the opportunity to drive through the picturesque villages of Mapleton, Flaxton, Palmwoods, Witta, Montville and Maleny.

Beautiful Opals, ceramics and original art at The Opalcutter

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t’s also the perfect destination for a romantic weekend getaway at a quiet B&B, or to visit a winery or boutique brewery for a taste of something special, before venturing onto one of the tantalising restaurants or coffee shops that can be located all over the mountain. There’s a particularly fabulous bookshop in Maleny that will have anyone who loves books like me, excited by boundless choice

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Shop 4 Mayfield, 127 Main St, MONTVILLE P: 5478 5440 www.illumecreations.com.au Open 7 days - 10 - 4pm Email: info@illumecreations.com.au Facebook: IllumeCreations Instagram: illumecreations

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The area is a photographers paradise, as every turn boasts glorious views out over the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland, large expanses of lush farmland and glimpses of cattle and goats grazing there happily. With parks and gardens always in bloom, as well as a lake, national park, waterfalls, and lily ponds with friendly ducks and geese waiting to be fed.

Day-trippers and visitors to the area are also provided with a wealth of unique and historical homes and buildings, from old Queenslanders to cute cottages and sprawling homes. There’s enough to satisfy any architecture buff or history lover.

Montville and Maleny are well-

known for their back-to-nature culture and fine restaurants, cafés and artisan communities; the whole region is an extremely popular destination for those wishing to get up to the mountains for some super-fresh air and getback-to-nature adventures. The perfect spot for an idyllic picnic or mountain-top wedding.

The region is full of design studios, artisan galleries, potteries and quaint shops, full of wonderful treasures that will always delight and sometimes mystify. It’s the perfect place to come in search of that perfect present for a special person or occasion - or a treasured art piece for your home.

With the Blackall Range’s close proximity (it’s just an hour’s drive from the heart of Noosa and one

It’s the perfect place to enjoy a devonshire tea on a pleasant afternoon, before venturing to your B&B or luxury ...

The perfect getaway.

and a half hour’s drive from Brisbane), it’s no wonder that it is the perfect getaway destination for those wishing to take a break from their hectic work schedules, or simply escape the everyday! And, did I mention it is a favourite destination for those wanting a wedding ‘with a view’.

With the Blackall Range’s close proximity (it’s just an hour’s drive from the heart of Noosa, and one and a half hour’s drive from Brisbane), it’s no wonder that it is the perfect getaway destination for those wishing to take a break from their hectic work schedules, or simply escape the everyday! And, did I mention it is a favourite destination for those wanting a wedding ‘with a view’.

This summer The Opalcutter has their 30th birthday!

From the early start in CooberPedy - opal mining, cutting and designing and producing their own jewellery designs - and for the last eight years in Montville, the beautiful village in the Hinterland of the Sunshinecoast. Barbara and Edi’s jewellery is handmade by their German goldsmith who’s still based in Coober Pedy. Through their opal exhibitions overseas they made connections with artisans which they display in the gallery. Enamel jewellery from Barcelona, silver from Poland, danish design from Australia and very colourful pottery from South Africa.

Drop into the colourful shop - Thursday to Monday 10-5.

Illume Creations celebrates the Art of Colour Life has undoubtedly changed for most of us this past year. We are savouring the simple joys of life. Colour is calling and visitors are again finding us perched near The Edge Restaurant in Montville.

More than ever the joy of colour is a must have. From small handmade glass beads and dichroic jewels to stunning Tina Cooper Sealife vases, there is something special for everyone.

After a hiatus of nearly a year, local Montville artist Tina Cooper and her hot glass team have been making up for lost time. Come in and be tempted by her latest Sunrise beauties, Blue Lagoon or Atlantean vases. Be mesmerised by a Jonathon Westacott Coral Reef creation or a Wolfgang Engel funky tealight holder.

Head for the hills to explore Montville, an artisan village in the scenic Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Overlooking epic views, Illume Creations is nestled in the Mayfield Complex in the top end of town. We have gorgeous glass art and jewellery to feed your heart and soul. Make time to experience the art of colour soon!

For more information visit: www.hinterlandtourism.com.au

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YOUR ALWAYS WELCOME

Perfectly located between Noosa and Fraser Island including the Mary Valley and Rainbow Beach.

THERE’S MORE TO THE GYMPIE REGION THAN YOU MIGHT IMAGINE. The Gympie Region’s a place of big hearts, big spaces and big ideas and they’re proud to call it home.

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ou’ll find it an easy drive just 40 minutes up the road from Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. The region is full of contrasts – powdery, white-sand beaches, unspoiled coastlines, majestic hinterlands, lush rolling hills and stunning nature all around.

To the east you have Cooloola Coast, home to Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay and the closest gateway to K’Gari Fraser Island. To the west are the pioneering towns of Kilkivan and Goomeri. And to the south, the lush rural communities of Mary Valley home to a variety of fresh local produce.

In the middle, is the commercial hub and heritage town, Gympie City, which the region is named after.

What connects all is the pioneering spirit and deep love of the land and, the pride Gympie takes in sharing it with you.

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So take some time to get to know Gympie better and then you’ll understand why you wouldn’t trade it for the world.

When it comes to food and produce, they’re a bit spoilt. The Gympie Region’s a natural Australian delicatessen and there’s something delicious growing here all year round.

The fresh food markets, farm trails and farm gates offer a lovely variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, but did you know it’s also connected to most of the coffee drank in Australia each day?

The coffee culture’s come of age and the locals are proud that Gympie Gold produce can be found in some of Australia’s leading restaurants and cafes.

COOLOOLA FARM TRAIL The Cooloola Farm Trail takes place on the first weekend of May and September each year and is a wonderful family experience. Visit farms from Kin Kin to Wolvi and Goomboorian just to the east of Gympie, take a behind the scenes look at how your food is grown.

WILD WEST FARM TRAIL Looking for something a little different? Why not take a journey along the Wild West Farm Trail in August and enjoy the wider open spaces around the townships of Widgee, Kilkivan and Goomeri.

MARY VALLEY FARM TRAIL The Mary Valley Farm Trail is in May and October each year, where organic avocados, free range pork and eggs, fruit orchards and small crop farms are open for the weekend.

Visit: Gympie Region Visitor Information Centre Lake Alford Recreation Park, Bruce Highway, Gympie Phone 1800 444 222 E tourism.info@gympie.qld.gov.au Destination Gympie Region (@visitgympieregion) • Instagram ...

The Gympie Region. You’re welcome.

Kenilworth BURSTING WITH LIFE & CHARM

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t’s always a good idea to pack an overnight bag when you venture out along the country road to Kenilworth, with thoughts of generous serves of country food swimming around your mind; and dreams of shopping in the cute township - and perhaps deciding to stay overnight and do the same thing all over again the next day.

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There’s so much to see and do in the town with its multifaceted array of cute boutiques, cafés, restaurants and bakeries, and of course, the country pub! And throughout the year the town plays host to some great events, a Kenilworth ArtsFest; Cheese, Wine and Food Fest; Sunshine Coast Ukulele Fiesta; Kenilworth Show and Rodeo, Campdraft; Quilt and Craft show and so much more.

As I’ve wandered around the township talking to the locals, traders and visitors to the area, one thing has become apparent. The people who come to Kenilworth love the true country feel of a warm welcome, helpful and willing service - and the prospect of one-on-one communication, so lacking in big city shops and venues.

The region is also a drawcard for those looking for a true country experience, with a good selection of B&B’s in the area, as well as natural wonderlands for campers to explore and enjoy. And, for those looking for a ‘farm to plate’ experience.

On the edge of the shopping precinct, sits the iconic Kenilworth Dairy, Established in 1950, as one of the many rural chefs factories owned by the Kraft Corporation, until in the late 80s, when Kraft moved to centralisation and closed regional factories. At that time, two employees and a local businessman decided that perhaps some of the workers could buy the factory. And they did, renaming it to Kenilworth Country Foods, now Kenilworth Dairies. Now, times have changed - new owner but the dairy is still a local attraction for lovers of fine cheeses, yoghurts and the like. With an onsite café serving fresh lunches, morning and afternoon teas in the undercover entertaining area and surrounding gardens.

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For those looking for a bit of ‘back to nature’ here’s the small town of Imbil just up the road offering 4-wheel driving and camping facilities, that have become extremely popular with weekend trekkers and serious drivers. And, just 8 km from Kenilworth, you’ll also find the State Forest that harbours four perfect camping areas. No bookings are required just self registration.

16 km up the road, just below Lake Borumba, is the working Borumba Deer Park, offering a unique family enjoyment and relaxation experience - with friendly hosts. There are modern amenities and BBQ facilities for visitors.

In other words, you’ll be glad that I suggested packing that overnight bag, as there’s so much to see and do in and around Kenilworth.

Shop 6 Elizabeth St Kenilworth P: 04288 45 165 6 days 9-5pm closed Tues - E: sue1mcmah@gmail.com

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En Plein Air pondering Smoke and Mirrors...

Although i’m not an artist, I’m sitting outside my rooms (Dealers occupy rooms) (Galleriists work from Galleries), at the beautiful Noosa Marina in fresh sea air.

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his of course is in stark contrast to my five and a half years in Noosa Junction, where bitumen and brake linings filled my lungs more and more each year.

Here the toot toot of the ferries replaces the bark of straight through exhausts...

When I last wrote in Noosa Style it was only a message that I was moving, as I didn’t know where i was going. Now i can tell you it’s Shop 14a Noosa Marina (next to the Gelati Bar!!).

Long has the world’s art market been a World of Smoke and Mirrors, since Covid, however, the Smoke is Thicker and the Mirrors are more Opaque.

Pricing in the art dealers world, comes these days mainly in comparison from auction results.

These results are supplied to us subscribing to either AASD or Artnet. We then (I do anyway) deduct the iniquitous Auctioneers Commission of around 50% (25% each) buyers and sellers premiums on a $10,000 sale.

In pre Covid sales dealers, agents and private

buyers saw who was bidding and the nervousness of those selling, and sales were around 350 lots with up to 300 people in the rooms.

Now, during Covid, rooms (the top 4 or 5) have sales with between 1 and 75 lots, with a few current high -roller clients sitting there metres apart, banks of telephones and computers complete the scene -for those unable to attend under these conditions, visibility (ie: transparency) as to what actually happens is NIL. In two major sales in the recent past - Kerry O’Brian senior art writer for the Sydney Morning Herald, was unable to name one buyer of the major lots she reviewed in her article. She did have, however, the name of Arthur Baileau who purchased one in 1914, but was unable to say which branch of Arthurs descendants it belonged to, or indeed whether any other person owned it.

As around 60% of the sales are held in Melbourne these days, we can only hope sales revert to the pre Covid conditions - enabling full transparency, since the end of lockdowns.

Leigh Murphy

SHOP 14A NOOSA MARINA, CNR NOOSA TE WANTIN RD & PARKYN CR T, TE WANTIN PH 0438 745 940

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‘THE COLLECTION’

fine art gallery noosa marina

None of this collection of paintings have been seen in an Auction Room in the past 30 years, with most having been bought privately.

Will Ashton Rita Angus Dorrit Black Rupert Bunny Nicholas Chevalier William Dobell

Russell Drysdale Bessie Davidson Donald Friend Bessie Gibson Weaver Hawkins Frank Hinder

Frances Hodgkins Norman Lindsay Percy Lindsay Will Longstaff Roy De Maistre Arthur Murch

Margaret Olley Margaret Preston Thea Proctor Tom Roberts John Peter Russell Arthur Streeton

Albert Tucker Roland Wakelin Brett Whiteley Rita Angus Eric Smith

AND MANY MORE... ALSO BRITISH AND EUROPEAN WORKS All prices are below current Auction prices and all reasonable offers will be considered.

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Floating Land: at the edge of ideas

By Jennifer Dean

'EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES’

in Brisbane

THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER. THE MAGNIFICENT ‘EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES FROM THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK’, ONE OF THE MOST HIGHLYANTICIPATED EXHIBITIONS TO BE PRESENTED IN AUSTRALIA IN 2021, IS ON-SHOW AT GOMA.

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mmerse yourself in 500 years of iconic, inspiring, and spectacular paintings from the revered Rembrandt, Rubens, Degas, Renoir, Monet and many others.

The exhibition charts Western art history’s most iconic movements and ill all include works by Titian, Raphael, Goy, Vermeer, Cézanne and other notables.

While you’re onsite, discover more about each artwork, choose a self-guided tour on your smartphone, zoom into works and save your favourites. Don’t forget to bring your headphones.

Buy your ticket now to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Fall in love with the exhibition over and over again with a Season Pass, or become a QAGOMA Member today to receive your complimentary ticket.

A friendly reminder that entry to ‘European Masterpieces’ will be staggered to allow visitors to enter in safe numbers and move freely throughout the exhibition, while following social distancing advice. This means there may be a short wait before you can enter.

While there take the time to check out the extra options available for visitors to immerse

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themselves in the ‘time’ and ‘life' of the art.

THE STUDIO Daily during 'European Masterpieces' 12 Jun – 17 Oct | GOMA Exhibition ticket required The Studio sets the stage for exploring the art, life and history of ‘European Masterpieces’, with daily performances, experiences and spectacular interactive displays.

Daily, 1.30pm – 3.30pm Witness paintings from 'European Masterpieces'come to life with live artwork recreations by costumed models. Sketch along at your leisure with the drawing materials supplied.

DROP-IN DRAWING Daily, 10.00am – 5.00pm Take inspiration from the great master painters of Europe and create your own masterpiece with the drawing materials and still-life objects supplied.

Share your creation with #mydrawingGOMA Exhibition runs until 17th October 21 Tickets: www.gagoma.qld.gov.au/what 'European Masterpieces' is organised by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, in collaboration with the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art and Art Exhibitions Australia.

Debbie Symons, Sing 2021. Photo courtesy of the artist.

The original environmental art event program in Australia- one of Noosa’s most significant and iconic free entry cultural events- Floating Land Biennale returns to the Sunshine Coast this October.

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hat began in 2001 as a biennial outdoor sculptural program, Australia’s premier art in the environment project now reflects Noosa’s national and international reputation as a community and destination that foregrounds care for and engagement with the natural environment.

Throughout its more than two-decade history, Floating Land has maintained a significant presence at the picturesque location of Boreen Point.

Installed along the foreshore of Queensland’s largest natural saltwater lake - Lake Cootharaba; multiple standalone installations of quiet and reflective artworks nestle comfortably within the close-knit community that has embraced the event year after year.

While the projects presented bear a light touch and fleeting presence in the natural environment, their brief occupation of iconic sites thoughtfully provoke artists and audiences alike.

‘A bank of black swans- their species population stable- swim, feed and nest blissfully close to the lake’s shore. Such a graceful, serene scene on the banks of Lake Cootharaba at first glance inspires awe. However, closer examination of this seemingly delicate scene reveals a dark irony.

Fabrizio Biviano’s Black Swan Theory – quintessential Australian garden ornamental swans made from black car tyres- the second largest source of micro-plastics polluting the world’s oceans and waterways. Their presence in the water at first humorous, is followed closely by an awkward numbing.’

After the resounding success in 2019 of Floating Land’s presence at Noosa National Park, the event is poised again to present a unique opportunity for visitors to happen upon art while exploring the stunning beach landscapes viewed from along

Fabrizio Biviano, Black Swan Theory 2021. Photo by Jennifer Dean.

Noosa’s acclaimed Park Road Boardwalk. Just meters from the bustling luxury of Hastings Street, the Boardwalk offers an opportunity to view works incidentally as part of an established walking route that weaves amongst the trees, often amid their canopies.

Collaborating with the natural environment, these works borrow from their location, giving them meaning and presence without leaving any physical trace at the conclusion of the Biennale.

‘A cluster of intricately handwoven pendant bird nests, delicately suspended along Park Road Boardwalk. Mini speakers contained within play pre-recorded bird songs; birds whose native environment is being lost through deforestation at a rate equivalent to a football pitch of primary rainforest every six seconds. Debbie Symons’ Sing evokes the delicate and intricate natural connections found in the remaining ‘wild’ rainforest environments. Exploring emotions of loss and wonder, Sing initiates reflection as we consider the intricate lives of rainforest birds and the rich biodiversity they are part of.

Where will these birds thrive when their native environment is destroyed through deforestation?’

Floating Land 2021’s theme - at the edge of ideas- seeks to engage with concepts such as the point where an idea tips over into action; the place where ideas butt up against one Natalie Ryan, A Fever of Sting Rays V2 (work in another; and the place where different progress) 2021. Photo courtesy of the artist. experiences and perspectives meet.

For audiences, this years’ 16 day event entices with the delivery of 30 curated projects presented across the two key sites by a variety of artists, many of which are of world renown. Specialising in raising awareness of environmental issues with their work, Floating Land 2021 includes local, national and international artists at varying degrees of their professional careers.

Sound artist, composer and researcher Dr. Leah Barclay- President of the Australian Forum for Acoustic Ecology and research fellow at the Queensland Conservatorium Research Centre returns to Boreen Point this October.

Working at the intersection of art, science and technology, the Sunshine Coast artist’s compositions using recordings from the environment to create immersive installations and performances are internationally acclaimed.

Melbourne artist Natalie Ryan’s practice explores themes that surround the aesthetic representation of the cadaver and natural sciences throughout history and their inclusion in contemporary art. As a means of understanding the things she finds ‘hardest to comprehend’, Ryan is passionate about animal rights and the natural world, utilising her intricate sculptural works as a platform for greater discussion.

Floating Land: at the edge of ideas will run from 9th to the 24th October.

Featuring an abundance of site-responsive projects, tours, artist-led workshops, symposium, performances and unique opportunities for visitors, Floating Land 2021 will once again provide opportunity for audiences to engage in conversation about art, the environment and the integral role we each play.

For full details of the artistic program and associated events, please visit floatingland.org.au *Floating Land: at the edge of ideas will launch with a free community event at Boreen Point on Saturday 9th October from 3-6pm. All welcome.

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On the wall Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2021 finalists announced Hundreds of entries poured in from every state across Australia for the prestigious 2021 Sunshine Coast Art Prize.

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he 40 finalists were selected from 425 submissions across a range of genres including painting, drawing, photography, printing, textiles and assemblage.

Arts Portfolio Councillor Rick Baberowski said the Sunshine Coast Art Prize was an increasingly important regional showcase event and motivational art award.

“The calibre of entries continues to be impressive, full of embedded meaning and drama and each year the artworks bring a new perspective on what’s happening,” Cr Baberowski said.

Finalist works are available to view online now at: gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.go v.au The Sunshine Coast Art Prize exhibition of all 40 finalists will be on display at the Caloundra Regional Gallery from 27 August to 10 October, 2021.

The lucrative prizes will be awarded to the winning artists at The Winners’ Announcement gala event on 23 September, 2021.

Gallery Director Jo Duke said the judged category winners would be selected

by Renai Grace, Director/CEO of the Museum of Brisbane, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the arts and cultural sector.

The major prize winner will receive $25,000 cash, sponsored by Argon Law Sunshine Coast and Sunshine Coast Council, with the winning artwork acquired into the Sunshine Coast Art Collection.

Exhibition visitors are invited to vote for their favourite work to select the People’s Choice Prize winner, which is awarded to the artwork which receives the most votes.

The prize offers a range of award opportunities for finalists: Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2021 local finalists: Miles Allen -Flaxton David Green -Buderim Jennifer Herd -Eumundi Peter Hudson -Maleny Trevor Purvis -Cooroy Amanda Shadforth Alexandra Headland

“Scott makes work of Art” Painting waves and beaches every day is the norm for artist Scott Christensen, who has clocked up 25 years expressing his vision of our glorious coastlines onto canvas.

“Stylised realism” is how he describes his majestic pieces of art and he says “I try to take the best elements of our local settings and wrap them into a composition that’s engaging and then enhance the colours to make a piece the really pops.” The natural beauty of this place has inspired me for all my life.”

The Australian art world has fallen in love with Scott’s renditions of stunning Australian beaches, with his USA and UK fan base growing rapidly. His clarity of detail and light has been lauded as exceptional, pushing Scott’s seascapes into high demand especially through the pandemic.

“Janine Lisa from RAW Art Gallery (based at the bottom of the Sofitel Noosa) has been showing my work for years and it’s great to work with a local gallery owner who understands the scene.”

Most of Scott’s paintings are also on offer as limited-edition canvasses making it viable for a wider audience. “We produce and publish our reproductions in-house so we control and maintain the quality… My wife Shannon has become chief print maker and framer and I honestly attribute our success to our good teamwork.” Say’s Scott. It’s not hard to see why Christensen’s career in the arts is flourishing.

Scott’s online painting program is also gaining momentum with over 3000 students across the globe learning and wanting to understand how to make it as an artist.

For more information visit www.scottchristensen.com.au

Van Gogh Alive in the Grand Pavilion... is coming to Northshore Brisbane!

Van Gogh's works have been displayed and enjoyed worldwide for over a century – but never like this.

For a limited time, Brisbane audiences have the unique opportunity to fully experience Van Gogh’s artistry- and truly immerse themselves in his world, under the glorious Grand Pavilion at Northshore Brisbane.

Created by Australia’s own Grande Experiences, Van Gogh Alive surrounds visitors with a vibrant symphony of light, colour, sound, and fragrance - that has been described as an ‘unforgettable’ multi-sensory experience. Don’t miss this art event of the year as Van Gogh's masterpieces come to life.

Sign up to the Waitlist to get first access to tickets. www.premier.ticketek.com.au

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Award winning artwork for your coast home.

Original Paintings Canvas Editions Custom Artwork

Raw Art Gallery Shop 17 Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort 4-16 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads Qld

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Good reads SETTLE BACK, RELAX AND READ

VOYEUR BY: FRANCESCA REECE

Published by: Tinder Press. RRP $32.99 WRITER SEEKS ASSISTANT TO HELP WITH ARCHIVING/RESEARCH FOR A NEW NOVEL. Don't bother to apply if your name is Shakespearean or classical. PARIS AND SOUTH. PART-TIME. Leah, a young woman who has found herself 'ambitioned' out of London, is now aimlessly adrift in Paris. Tired of odd jobs in cafes and teaching English to unresponsive social media influencers, her heart skips a beat when she spots an advert for a writer seeking an assistant.

Michael was once the bright young star of the London literary scene, now a washed-up author with writer's block.

He doesn't place much hope in the advert, but after meeting Leah is filled with an inspiration he hasn't felt in years.

When Michael offers Leah the opportunity to join him and his family in their rambling but glorious property in the south of France for the summer, she finally feels her luck is turning. But as she begins to transcribe the diaries from his debauched life in 1960s Soho, something begins to nag at Leah's sense of fulfilment; that there might be more to Michael than meets the eye.

Devastatingly compelling reading.

CATCH ME IF I FALL

By: Barry Jonsberg00

Published by: Allen & Unwin. RRP $16.99 “We’ve been worried about Aiden too, Ash,” said Mum. “He’s always been such a … predictable child. You’re not the only one to have noticed the changes.”

Ash and Aiden Delatour are identical twins, living a privileged lifestyle with loving parents. In a world that has fallen apart at the seams, they want for nothing. All they have to do is be there for each other, no matter what.

But, after Aiden suffers a terrible injury, he isn’t the same brother Ash has always relied on. Something has changed, and it will lead to a discover that will turn their whole world upside down.

MS FISHER’S MODERN MURDER MYSTERIES...JUST MURDERED By: Katherine Kovacic Published by: Allen & Unwin

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Introducing the fabulous Ms Peregrine Fisher, niece of the famous Phryne Fisher. This fun murder mystery, from award-winning writer Katherine Kovacic, is full of 60's flavour and based on the screenplay by Deb Cox, as seen on 7plus and Acorn TV. Who doesn’t love a great, fun ‘whodunnit”.

THE LITTLE FRENCH BRIDAL SHOP By: Jennifer Dupee Published by: Allen & Unwin. RRP $29.99 When Larisa Pearl returns to her small seaside hometown, she's a bit of an emotional mess. She’s lost her job and her boyfriend and she's struggling to cope with her mother's failing health. But as she walks past the bridal shop window, a beautiful ivory satin wedding gown catches her eye...

Now, to the delight of everyone in town, Larisa is planning her wedding. She has her dress and she’s set the date. The only thing she doesn't have is the groom. How did this happen? All she did was try on a dress and let her fantasy take flight.

Lost in a web of her own lies, Larisa must first face some difficult truths, including her mother's fragile future, before she can embrace her family, straighten out her life, and open her heart to finding love.

THE COUNTESS FROM KIRRIBILLI By: Joyce Morgan Published by: Allen & Unwin. RRP $32.99 Elizabeth von Arnim was a bestselling novelist likened to Jane Austen for her witty and observational style. After one of her books had a cameo on Downton Abbey, she was rediscovered as 'the forgotten feminist who is flowering again'.

She may have grown up on Sydney Harbour as the daughter of a shipping merchant, but after young Elizabeth travelled to London in 1869, she discovered society and society discovered her. The very formal world of European aristocracy became her life and the subject for her early novels that soon turned her into a literary sensation on both sides of the Atlantic.Elizabeth von Armin was an extraordinary woman who lived an exceptional life during exciting, glamorous and changing times. She is brought to rich and vivid life by Joyce Morgan in this fascinating and beautifully written biography that spans a shifting world that started with the innocence of Victorian Sydney and finished with the march of Hitler through Europe.

Live Theatre WHAT’S ON IN NOOSA & BRISBANE

BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE Queensland Theatre and Brisbane Festival have announced the cast for the world premiere of Trent Dalton’s Boy Swallows Universe, adapted for the stage by Tim McGarry.

Described by Trent Dalton himself as “Eli, heart and soul”, Brisbane-born actor Joe Klocek will play the role of Eli Bell in his hometown. Making his start in Queensland Theatre’s Young Artists’ Ensembles, Klocek most recently appeared in Australian feature film The Dry. Vietnamese-Australian actor and playwright Ngoc Phan will fill the shoulder pads of formidable matriarch ‘Back Off’ Bich Dang. A graduate from Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, Phan has stage and screen credits to her name - and has a long association with Queensland Theatre as a Teaching Artist.

Originally from Queensland, Helpmann Award-winning actor Anthony Phelan will tackle the roles of bone-chilling prosthetic limb and drug merchant,Tytus Broz and convicted murdererturned-babysitter Slim Halliday. With a vast career spanning film, television and theatre, Phelan’s recent screen projects include Top of the Lake and Wanted, and he has appeared on stage for the likes of Bell Shakespeare, Belvoir St Theatre and Sydney Theatre Company.

“Hold on to your sunhats, this play is going to be the story that brings us all back together.”

Propelling audiences to Australian suburbia in the 80s, when Paul Hogan was putting a shrimp on the barbie and Ataris were bought from the classifieds, Boy Swallows Universe is inspired by Brisbane author Trent Dalton’s childhood and will come to life under the directorship of Sam Strong and design by Renée Mulder.

The highly anticipated adaptation will now play from 30th August to 25th September 2021.

Tickets to Boy Swallows Universe are on sale via qpac.com.au or 136 246.

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ost times when a story (or play, as the case may be) starts with a dark and stormy night, there’s horror coming. Not the case here: with Pygmalion, the dark and stormy night ushers in linguistic hijinks and class commentary.

When two old gentlemen meet in the rain one night at Covent Garden, Professor Higgins, a scientist of phonetics, and Colonel Pickering, a linguist of Indian dialects, the first bets the other that he can, in a matter of months, convince London high society that the cockney speaking Covent Garden flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, has been transformed into a woman as poised and well-spoken as a duchess.

And thus begins the enchanting story that has charmed audiences for over a hundred years.

Pygmalion at Noosa Arts Theatre boasts a strong cast, with Rachel Fentiman playing Eliza opposite her real-life husband, Howard Tampling as Professor Higgins. Revered Sunshine Coast actress and playwright Rainee Skinner will charm you as Mrs. Higgins, and Frank Wilkie plays the gentlemanly Colonel Pickering. The theatre’s resident genius wardrobe expert, Margaret Courtney, is channelling her inner Dior to create fabulous costumes, while simultaneously working on 5 upcoming productions.

Show opens on 14th October and for more information check the website http://www.noosaartstheatre.org.au/ Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 16, Oct 17, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 23, Oct 23, 2021 Noosa Arts Theatre - 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville

Celebrating a multitude of great musicals presented by Noosa Arts Theatre over the past fifty years.

A concert style performance featuring highlights from: The King and I, Showboat, Oklahoma, Barnum, Guys & Dolls, South Pacific, Mame, Hello Dolly, Chicago, Cabaret, Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, West Side Story, Mary Poppins, Oliver, Funny Girl and The Sound of Music.

Directed by Ian Mackellar Bookings open for: Nov 19, Nov 20, Nov 21,Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 27, 2021 Noosa Arts Theatre - 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville,

Visit www.noosaartstheatre.org.au for further information and to download a 2021 program guide.

163 Weyba Road, Noosaville Phone: 07 5449 9343 Email: info@noosaartstheatre.org.au

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Sportster S Built for the hinterland ride...

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER S MODEL

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he S model is an all-new sport custom motorcycle designed to deliver a thrilling riding experience - and ushers in a new era of Sportster performance.

A 121-horsepower Revolution® Max 1250T V-Twin engine puts the Sportster S rider in command of unrelenting, ondemand torque. A taut, lightweight chassis and premium suspension deliver responsive, intuitive handling. From stop light to stop light, and corner to corner, the Sportster® S model offers riders extraordinary power and performance - and creates a new standard for the most enduring Harley-Davidson model.

The ultimate off-roader… albeit a bit extreme for the weekend away at Fraser Island.

The new Land Rover Defender the centre of much interest for the last four or five years as the replacement for the iconic previous model is now receiving accolades from the ‘old diehards’!

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eanwhile in the homeland (UK) Bowler Motors, the off-road performance specialist, has revealed the Land Rover Defender rally car that will compete in its own championship in 2022.

The Bowler Defender Challenge is based on the Land Rover Defender 90 with a 300PS Ingenium 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. Bowler uses its long

Defender goes rallying:

An addition to the 2021 Harley-Davidson motorcycle line, the Sportster S will reach Harley- Davidson dealers mid Q4 - with a base ride away of $26,495 AUD and $28,750 NZD for the Vivid Black model.

"The Sportster S is the next, all-new motorcycle built on the Revolution Max platform, and sets a new performance standard for the Sportster line,” said Jochen Zeitz, President and CEO, Harley-Davidson. “This is a next generation Sportster defined by power, performance, technology and style. And it’s part of our commitment to introduce motorcycles that align with our strategy to increase desirability and to drive the legacy of Harley-Davidson.”

In profile, the Sportster S model appears crouched and powerful.

The fuel tank and tail section frame the engine as the predominate centerpiece of the motorcycle. The massive front tyre recalls the fenderless front end of a classic bobber, while the tail section, high-mount exhaust and slim solo seat draw inspiration from the Harley-Davidson XR750 flat tracker. The thick inverted forks and wideprofile tyres suggest high-performance sport bike. www.harley-davidson.com.

experience of competition to transform it into a rally car with a full roll cage, modified underbody, raised suspension, rally-spec 18-inch wheels and columnmounted paddle shifters.

Since going on sale in 2020 the Land Rover Defender has won acclaim from customers and media for its unstoppable capability, engaging drive and overall robustness. The more compact shorter wheelbase Defender 90 proved the perfect starting point for the Bowler conversion.

The rally Defenders are built for their own competition – the Bowler Defender Challenge series – on seven events around the UK in 2022.

Each Bowler Defender Challenge is completely stripped back to install a full FIAstandard roll cage. The front and rear subframes are modified and given additional bracing for a new bespoke performance suspension set-up. Designed in collaboration with Fox, it increases the ride height by 25mm. This purposeful stance is enhanced by new Bowler rally-spec 18-inch wheels.

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Design ideas

It’s BBQ time again…

The scent of food cooking on the BBQ is synonymous with summer – and now is the time to ensure that BBQ spaces have both form and function for the warm months ahead. t’s time to consider an upgrade to your outdoor entertaining area, before the hotter seasons are upon us again.Why not give your area a whole new look prior to the party season.

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Here are a few great tips from Matt Leacy, Creative director of Landart Landscapes.

The all-important BBQ - When choosing your BBQ look at whether you’re going to cook with coals and wood, or gas - and what extraction you may need to keep the space smoke free. Your choice will come down to personal preference, and to a large degree, what and how you like to cook.

Give yourself as much space to prep and cook on as you can. If you’re able to, include a fridge and sink in your BBQ area. And also consider things like waste disposal.

“Design-wise, everything should be geared around allowing you to BBQ without having to keep running back inside,” says Matt.

Placement of the BBQ is often best along a wall – use the back wall of your house if you’re short on room- and can’t create a separate pavilion or outdoor entertaining space.

When choosing your BBQ - Leacy recommends looking at the number of people you would usually cook for.

You really only need a large 4-6 burner if you regularly cater for big groups.

Otherwise, if you don’t do large-scale entertaining consider something smaller - so that it’s not taking up unnecessary space.

Finishes are also important to consider. Stainless steel is durable as a hot plate, however cast iron finishes are even more so and provide a more even temperature. Good ventilation or a range hood are also key.

Consider how you use the space - Your BBQ should be positioned so that it’s practical for cooking, and so that the person BBQing is still able to be with guests.

But the design should also ensure no one is sitting too close to the BBQ on a hot day. Ideally leave around 1.5 metres between seating and the BBQ whether you’ve opted for dining or lounge seating in the space.

If room allows, an outdoor bar is another great way to take your BBQ entertaining up a notch. If however this isn’t possible, a good drink tray or trolley can add to the usability of your outdoor space when entertaining at home.

Integrate Heating and Cooling - To get the most out of your space all year round, it’s good to consider at the planning stage how you will heat

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and cool the area (if needed).

Australia’s hot summers, and depending on where you live, cold winters mean cooling and heating the extremes in temperatures should always be considered.

If your outdoor space can be closed in sufficiently, a split system is a good option, however if you would prefer a more open outdoor feel, fans and heating from fire places or pits, or built in heaters, are the best options.

If you include a roof and enclose the space - you’ll really need to consider smoke extraction.

Think about what’s underfoot and overhead - If you have a roof over your BBQ space/outdoor kitchen, you have a little more flexibility with flooring. You won’t have to consider durability in the elements as much, and things like how slippery it is when wet, when you have a covering.

Your outdoor space should form a seamless extension of your indoor living, so ensure that flooring has some synergy with what’s indoors. If you’re planning to renovate indoors this isn’t as critical of course.

How the sun hits your outdoor space should also be considered when choosing both flooring and roofing. Look at where and when you need the most overhead protection, and whether you should opt for a permanent structure, or a retractable awning.

The flooring and bench surfaces you opt for should also be considered with natural light in mind. You don’t want something too dark that will draw the heat in – or alternatively that’s too polished and will reflect too much light into spaces.

Sit in your outdoor space at different times of the day - before you make a final commitment to finishes.

From garden to hot plate – When integrating plants into your BBQ area look at things you’ll use when cooking. Herbs, salad plants and vegetables are all great options, and if you consider and plan your plantings, they can really add aesthetic appeal to your space.

While your first reaction to BBQing may be to think meat, there’s so many things you can do with vegetables on the BBQ. And there’s nothing better than picking straight from your surrounding garden or vegetable patch and putting them straight on the hot plate.

Photos: Jason Busch/Landart Landscapes

THIS SEASON… Our living spaces need a more earthy colour scheme to highlight our inner sensitivities.

We need to take our cues from nature’s calming tones and textures… finding our inner peace with earthy tones and organic finishing touches.

Warm greens, soft sand hues, earthy wood tones and of course, some soft sky blue hues.

Use woven cushions and throws to soften couches and seats, and offer a new season freshness to your surroundings. Perhaps add new soft curtaining to frame the space and carry through the new feel to your surroundings.

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Exclusive to Wallsauce.com, these three designs are available on a choice of three wallpapers, including paste-the-wall, and peel and stick material, ideal for those living in rented properties. Each mural is supplied, pre-cut and in even-width panels, so that installation is simple.

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Outdoors ENJOYING YOUR GARDEN

During the winter months, it’s easy to assume that there isn’t much you can do to your garden. While it may be tempting to take a step back from gardening, winter is the perfect season to complete smaller design projects and prepare your garden to ensure it’s

carrots and radishes. These vegetables are hardier and work well for most regions in Australia. To ensure vegetables grow healthy and strong, cover them with suitable mulch.

Keep an eye out for insects and pests by regularly monitoring them and use a nonharmful insecticide. To prevent exposure to

Make the Best of your Garden and Outdoor Space maintained and blooming come spring.

Here, Tuscan Path National Account Manager, Jason Taylor and Cyclone Ambassador and World Champion Axeman, Laurence O’Toole share their top tips to ensure your garden is thriving when the warmer months roll around.Build a vegetable patch

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uild on crops by planting a variety of winter-friendly vegetables this season. The cooler months are perfect for planting frost-friendly plants like cauliflower, cabbages, swiss chard, peas,

more extreme weather conditions, consider planting vegetables in a pot or raised bed.

Create your own secret garden Our gardens and outdoor areas are our own sanctuaries to relax and enjoy nature. Create a sense of privacy with screening panels, that can be used for decorative purposes, creating shade as well as for zoning areas in your backyard. Screening panels are extremely functional and help create a stylish, warm and inviting entertainment space.

“To achieve a unique outdoor space, a

variety of screening panels can be used including Tuscan Path’s Fiscus, Geometric or Leaf Screen Panels, depending on the style and look you want (RRP $99.00),” says Jason. “The rustic weathering steel finish creates a great backdrop for any backyard and features as a wind blocker for you and your guests. For an extra touch of warmth to your entertaining space in winter, add some back lighting to the screens. Come summer, the screening panels can be used as a roof on a pergola to provide dappled shade and make your

Regional Farmers Food Markets….

There isn’t a better pastime for a Spring weekend than visiting your local Farmers Markets.

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t is the perfect way to highlight the positives of your week and brighten your mood, when all we seem to hear about these days is Covid.

Wandering around the farmer’s stalls, basket at the ready for selecting your week’s menu supplies from the wide variety of farm-fresh produce and homemade goodies, as well as tasting the providores' offerings available to devour ‘on-the-spot’ to quench your hunger - as you sip on an artisan coffee; could there be a better pastime!

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Green innovation healthy for your garden & our rivers... deciduous trees will benefit greatly from a decent prune when you can get a good look at their framework. Pruning removes any dead wood that wasn’t visible during the warmer months and reduces the chances of the branches getting congested inside the canopy.

outdoor space really come to life.

For the gardener, screening panels can provide a decorative alternative for climbing plants or vegetables.”

Prune away While many plants are resting this season, pruning dormant plants such as deciduous plants and trees is ideal to rejuvenate the plant and promote growth and structure. Larger

Noosa and its surrounding hinterland offers several different market styles - from large to small - but all offering visitors a plethora of choices to whet their appetites.

You will also see that we have added a new healthy eating feature to our Spring issue that will continue to grow each issue, to give you a better idea of the benefits of Plant-based eating - as well as the positives of adding more fresh fruit and vegetables to your diet.

Noosa Farmers Markets 155 Weyba Road, Noosaville Every Sunday: 6am-12pm The locals love this market for its ‘paddock to plate’ philosophy. You’ll find your friends out collecting their weekly staples. Farm fresh goodies, sauces, plants, fresh seafood and meats, bakery items and French goodies abound. Grab a table and enjoy a coffee and pastry as you watch the world go by.

Noosa Marina Markets Noosa Marina, 2 Parkyn Court, Tewantin Every Sunday: 6am-12pm Whether you come by ferry or car, what better location could you find for a little retail therapy.

Feed your lawn Give your lawn a helping hand by nourishing its soil. Although grass blades may be growing slowly in winter, the roots are photosynthesising.

While the top layer of the lawn can be affected by frost, and cold wind, the temperature in the roots is mild. Feed soil by applying a hose-on seaweed or organically fortified lawn product.

This will help build strong grass blades, replace weak or dead roots and help them grow deeper into the soil. Come spring, the roots will be flourishing and able to support the stronger lawn growth above.

Stall holders set up their brightly coloured tents each Sunday on the boardwalk, to complement the wide variety of local traders at the wharf.

With music, restaurants, coffee shops, wine bar, fish and chips and gelato to satiate your hunger and thirst on your adventure, it’s the perfect Sunday getaway.

Noosa Junction Night Markets Arcadia Walk, Noosa Junction 3rd Friday of the month: 5pm onwards Bring your appetite along on your visit - as there’s a heady mix of street vendors, artisan foods, bars and live music on offer. A perfect family night out, where the kids can play amongst the huge trees in the streetscape, while you catch up with friends over dinner.

Peregian Beach Markets Kingfisher Drive, Peregian 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month: 7am-12.30pm A parkside market in an iconic beachside village, offering clothing, artisan foods, jewellery and crafts. Make a full day it - visit the market and the local traders, then venture down to the beach for an afternoon swim, before sharing luncheon, afternoon tea or an early dinner in

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ccording to Landscape and Garden Expert, Jason Hodges, feeding your garden and lawn with an organic based all-purpose liquid fertiliser is as important as feeding children healthy food. Plants, lawns and soil benefit from the range of nutrients available, helping them to survive and thrive. Organically based lawn and garden fertiliser, Charlie Carp, is an innovation in garden care, as well as playing an integral role in helping to stabilise Australia’s natural ecosystem and sustain a healthy environment.

Charlie Carp fertiliser is made in Australia from the invasive and destructive European Carp fish, an introduced species that destroys Australia’s delicate river ecosystems and displaces native fish.

European Carp lay over one million eggs per year, that is, three times that of native fish. They damage rivers by muddying waters and destroying native aquatic vegetation, and complete with native fish for habitat.

Being all natural with no chemicals means Charlie Carp is ideal for veggie patches and edible gardens, “it’s like a one-stop-shop for your whole garden. It’s safe to consume and will help every plant. You can even use it at half-strength for native gardens.

Improving soil quality also helps in replenishing older soil saving money, time and labour,” says Jason.

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Eumundi Square Markets 1-7 Albert St. Cnr, Napier Road, Eumundi Every Wed and Sat: 7.30am-2pm; Fridays 8.30am-1.00pm Everywhere you turn there's colour, creativity and a wonderland of local and international products to stimulate your shopping desires.The talent and energy produced by local traders from the region is truly unique - and reflects our treasured way of life, sense of place and passion for creativity.

The Original Eumundi Markets 80 Memorial Drive, Eumundi Every Wednesday: 8am-2pm & Sat: 7am-2pm These iconic markets have been a ‘go to’ for visitors to the Sunshine Coast for many years.

The perfect place to pick up all your vegetables and fruits, purchase from a wide variety of clothing and crafts, visit the food vendors for an international selection of food styles, and wander around the township of Eumundi visiting the local traders as well. Plenty of parking on the open field beside the markets.

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S I WRITE this column in mid-July, Noosa is at its resplendent best. It’s an iridescent winter’s day, barely a cloud in the sky, the gentlest of breezes, twenty something degrees of warmth and satisfied smiles on the faces of all in the tourism, retail and property trades. “It’s an ill wind that blows no one any good” wrote John Heywood in 1546 after losing the feather in his quill. And it was the ill wind of Covid-19 which, in the case of Noosa, blew in the good: fugitives from the south teeming into the shire on extended holidays, or to occupy the homes they had just bought on the internet. While other places battled, Noosa thrived.

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ORMER Noosa councillor and regular contributor to Noosa Today, Ingrid Jackson,

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HEN Ingrid and I left Sydney in 2013 and bought a home in Headlands Estate adjacent to the Noosa Waters canal zone, the Noosa Waters Residents Association made it clear it didn’t want to rub shoulders with their Headlands neighbours. The unwelcome mat was put out. But the NWRA its changed now has constitution to admit “social members who have an interest or affinity to the area”. They won’t have a vote so won’t have to chip in to replace the canal’s 35-year old lock and weir system.

The NWRA website reveals “maintenance of the lock in recent years has been extremely poor and not performed in accordance with relevant Australian standards”. Noosa Council reckons the renovation will cost at least $1.2 million, payable by the 471 canalside property owners.

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has revealing a written article on mayor Clare Stewart, settling into the role after her shock defeat last year of one-term mayor Tony Wellington. Jackson summarised the style of the first woman mayor since Noosa was created as a shire in 1910 as ‘inclusive and balanced’, writing: “Facing the need to navigate a range of deep-rooted legacy problems as well as emergent issues, Clare Stewart has recognised that contrasting views and styles need to be heard and understood.

Over the last 15 months her mission has become evident – to empower the whole community, not just those who govern it.”

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HAT SAID $2,500 each is a pittance given that the median price of a Noosa Waters abode in mid-2021 is estimated to be $2.7 million and 5, The Number soaring.

Promontory, recently sold for $5.51 million, more than $500,000 over reserve. Indeed, the entire Noosa Shire property market is the most expensive in Queensland. Last year Sunshine Beach houses recorded capital growth of 28% – the highest in Australia. Long a seaside resort mecca with quality wining and dining to match its beaches, pristine environment and stunning hinterland, in the Age of Covid Noosa has a new sanctuary status. People from south have voted with their mortgages to make it a property megabrand.

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HERE are few occasions more satisfying than an afternoon concert followed by a riverside chat over a couple of glasses of an elegant Chablis while watching the sun slowly disappear behind the hills of Cooroy. Unfortunately on this occasion this wasn’t me because a common cold (rhinovirus RNA) had

travelled seemed to have no to the chest and end. So Ingrid went unaccompanied to the Concert Spectacular for Flute, Choir and Orchestra performed by the Noosa Orchestra and the Oriana Sunshine Coast Choir. The program was billed as sacred, serene and furious, reminding me of the definition of my favourite instrument, the oboe, as an ill wind that nobody blows good.

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OWEVER I had been able to make it to Brisbane to see Robin Nevyn’s awesome one-woman portrayal of Brunhilde Pomsel in A German Life – “an extraordinary solo performance” declared The Australian, accurate for once. Nevin played an unassuming woman with shorthand skills who found herself working in Joseph Goebbels’ Propaganda Ministry as Jews died by the million. Sounds grim; it was breathtaking - as was the queue outside the ladies’ lavatory at the end of the one act play. There is something skewed in the minds of theatre designers around the world who seem to deliberately cater for such inconveniences.

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