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Welcome to July 2016...

The Calm After the Storm Words Dan & James Hutton

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elcome to the July 2016 edition of The Beast – the monthly magazine for Sydney’s Beaches of the East.

It’s been a crazy few weeks in Sydney, weather-wise. Seriously, if #SydneyStorm is going to become an annual thing, we need to start getting some better infrastructure in place. Not only was heaps of stuff destroyed on the Northern Beaches – bummer for the Collaroy family whose pool got completely ripped from their front yard – the Eastern Beaches were also hit hard.

Parts of the Bondi to Bronte walk have been completely swallowed up – the walk is currently closed between Notts Avenue and Marks Park, and from Trafalgar Street to Boundary Street - while a segment of Bronte

Beach’s retaining wall collapsed and the toilets were flooded, and Coogee Surf Club is lucky to be standing at all.

However, the storm wasn’t bad news for everyone, with surfers relishing the big waves it provided.

The Red Bull Cape Fear surfing contest was hastily organised at Cape Solander by Maroubra charger Mark Mathews, and sixteen fearless surfers were chosen to compete, including local nutters Blake Thornton, Jesse Polock, Perth Standlick, Richie Vaculik, James Adams, and Koby and Jai Abberton. The whole thing was madness, and completely exhilarating to watch.

Speaking of unfavorable conditions, the federal election will take place on July 2. We recommend pinning a big

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‘Guy Sebastian Deserved to Win Australian Idol’ badge to your collar, then all the pamphleteers will most probably avoid you.

When it comes to voting, remember the wise words of Jacob Coote from Looking for Alibrandi: “We don’t vote to keep the best party in – cos there’s no such thing – but we vote to keep the worst party out.”

On our cover this month is Clovelly’s Sydney Swans superstar Dane Rampe. He’s a top bloke, he’s got a world class moustache and he has some really incisive stuff to say about the state of racism in Australian sport.

We hope you enjoy reading the July 2016 edition of The Beast, and, as always, best of luck for the month ahead.

Cheers, Dan and James

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Contents

The Beast • July 2016 • Issue 138 06 Welcome Note

43 City East

76 Sexy Time

12 Monthly Mailbag

Winter 2016 Program

80 Enviro News

10 Pearls of Wisdom 18 Local Bloke

20 Local Chick

22 Thumbs & Dogs 24 Local News 25 Beastpop I

40 Rupert’s Rant 41 Beastpop II 42 Calendar

Community College 60 Interview

64 Fish ‘n’ Tips

66 Aquatic Wildlife 67 Tide Chart

68 Street Style

70 Unreliable Guide 72 QTips

74 Travel Bug

78 This Sporting Life 82 Local Photos 84 Reviews

85 Arts Bits 86 Bandage

88 Food & Wine

96 Trivial Trivia

98 Beardy From Hell 98 Trivia Solutions

Brad Bessant's reverse waterfall at Diamond Bay. Check out Brad's Instagram at @10ftkaos.

Modern day philosopher.

Kyly Boldly Backs St Cath’s Development in New Book Words Pearl Bullivant Picture René Descartes

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he $63 million redevelopment of St Catherine’s School has brought out the very worst in the people of Charing Cross and Pearl is extremely disappointed with the bad attitude displayed towards the Anglican school. Eastern Suburbs people love to bang on about the ‘village’ atmosphere in their multimillion dollar coastal strips, even formalising the ‘community’ spirit with groups like ‘Save Bronte Village’ and ‘Save Charing Cross’. But when a longstanding neighbour is in desperate need they go all NIMBY, openly rallying against them and even involving the NSW Police in their reactionary cause.

St Catherine’s School is a neighbour, a part of the community, a school of such prestige that Charing Cross residents should be welcoming the redevelopment and displaying an attitude of gratitude and appreciation. Instead of accusing the Anglican school of being unchristian in its relentless pursuit of redevelopment, shouldn’t we be turning a more Eastern Suburbs Buddhist-style cheek by acting in a yogic way and channeling our inner Kyly Clarke by taking

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a more positive approach to the construction of the world class auditorium, aquatic centre and research facilities?

Speaking of ‘research’, Pearl has been doing some of her own (i.e. reading Kyly Clarke’s True to You), as there seems to be a lack of understanding by Charing Cross residents of the lives of St Catherine’s School parents. As we know, prejudice emanates from a fear of the unknown, and hopefully Pearl’s insights (peppered with Kyly quotes) will temper the anger and inspire residents to embrace the redevelopment and see that it is indeed part of the greater good.

The philosophy of Kyly Clarke tells us “you can either be happy or right: you choose”. So imagine if you were a partner in a large accounting firm earning $800 an hour providing FBT advice and paying $27k per annum in school fees – wouldn’t you expect more than substandard, public schoolstyle facilities for your precious child? You’d be expecting diving and water polo facilities and a fly tower for state-of-the-art theatre productions. To quote Kyly, “it

doesn’t matter how much you have in life”, and if residents walked in the expensive shoes of a St Catherine’s parent they too would understand that money buys nice things.

Kyly’s invaluable advice even covers the pseudo parking issues conjured up by residents who have unkindly implicated the police in petty meddling over 4WDs – “feelings come from thoughts you conjure up”. As residents are aware, St Catherine’s mums are more than adept at double - even triple - parking the standard black Range Rover. Perhaps take a “positive approach to life” next time you encounter a Mercedes Benz blocking the footpath and consider what life would be like if Waverley’s streets were awash with stolen gaudy-coloured WRXs from Bankstown with hoons ready to roll you.

And a final word to Waverley residents from Kyly: “understand no one’s life is easy and what you see, that nice coat, don’t judge a book by its cover”. Love St Catherine’s School and it will love you back.

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smoke and mirrors this is the driving force behind the current plan and the reason the cost has blown out from a much needed $9 million upgrade to which everyone agreed, to a $38 million wasteful extravaganza. Do you really want an additional $29 million spent in order to renovate the top floor in readiness for it to be flogged off to a private operator?

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The Beast's Monthly Mailbag

Words The people of the Eastern Beaches Illustrations Dalton Wills Ocean Has Final Say Dear Editor - Over the past few years Waverley Council has been lobbied by a former employee to build an ill-advised function centre into the cliffs below Waverley Cemetery. If the weather events of the weekend of June 4 and 5 haven’t put paid to this idea, it’s time those promoting it saw sense and stopped. A report by top four accounting firm Deloitte has already concluded that the proposal is not financially viable. The terrible storms of that weekend have shown in no uncertain terms that the idea is also both foolhardy and dangerous. The predictions are that we will continue to experience these sort of extreme weather events and they will become more intense. Councils must ensure that, in future, building is not allowed in places at high risk of tidal inundation. It is abundantly clear that the cliffs below Waverley Cemetery are at risk of severe coastal impacts and it would be utter folly to build there.

Penny Mora Residents for Waverley Cemetery No to Kids and Bikes ► New bike laws? Excellent! But how about addressing the irresponsible parents who carry children on the back, in front or behind their bikes?

I cringe when I see these vulnerable little ones being transported like this. Clovelly Public School seems to lead this stupid practice, and as for the idiot who carries three kids 12 The Beast | July 2016

around Bondi Junction at once, what a moron. These contraptions should be banned, as should the bike lane through the Bondi Junction mall. Let cyclists choose to endanger themselves, but not helpless children!

Denise Richards Bondi Pavilion a Farce Okay, let's get this straight. The Liberal majority that controls Waverley Council is planning to privatise the entire top floor of the Bondi Pavilion. There is not a shadow of a doubt about this. The mayor herself does not dispute this.

When you strip away the spin,

Pavilion Upgrade a Damn Shame The Waverley Council proposal for the Bondi Pavilion upgrade is wrongheaded on many accounts.

Cultural development aside, the process is non-transparent, will lumber the local community with an enormous debt and most likely contravenes the state government guidelines for merging councils.

I’ve made many records at the pavilion studios and taught a generation of local teenagers as part of the Bondi WAVE youth music program. Young world beating bands like Art Vs Science and Rufus have made records there.

You would think the council would invoke bragging rights, pointing out to tourists, ‘Hey, look at us; not only do we have a great beach, but we make stuff right here that the world loves… music!’

The proposal will alienate artists from the pavilion precinct; it will take the soul out of it. Save Bondi Pavilion.

Brendan Tamarama Why Are the Cover Stars Hot? ▲ I was wondering who makes the choice on the interviews and cover of your magazine?

I would like an ugly person on the cover who doesn't own a company. I would also like to read the 'favourite quote' and 'words of wisdom' of somebody who has some life experience and is not 'plugging' due to self interest, or possibly these are interviews of joint interest?

Mr Purcell Maroubra Who’s the Cock Now Gus? Dear Editor - In response to Mr Bennett, (Randwick’s Roosters Sponsorship a Cock-Up, Letters, The Beast, June 2016), I wanted to say how proud we are to have a community partnership with both the Sydney Roosters and South Sydney Rabbitohs. As the famous ‘sports coast’, we are so lucky to have not just one, but two NRL teams based within our council boundary area.

Randwick City Council has community partnership programs with both the Roosters and the Rabbitohs. As part of these 14 The Beast | July 2016

programs the clubs send players out into the Randwick City community to work through structured programs with local schools and community groups.

As a way of acknowledging Council’s support, both teams provide a sponsored player for each match. Council does not choose the player and there is no charge for this.

The partnership with the Roosters and Rabbitohs is one we’re really proud of. We believe it’s a fantastic way for our sporting heroes to inspire the next generation to have a go and give it their best.

Cr Noel D’Souza Mayor of Randwick Maroubra Plant Thief I live in Maroubra. Over the past year I have worked tirelessly on our front garden; back-breaking work (which I did whilst pregnant), countless trips to pick up 'second hand' plants and so many hours tenderly growing plants from tiny cuttings.

You can only imagine my devastation to find that my plants are being stolen. At night, someone is carefully removing a beautiful selection and leaving my own garden bed decimated. This has not been a one-off occasion, but a recurring event.

It is astounding to me that this person can enjoy their garden

knowing it is the result of their thievery and someone else’s hard work. Gardening takes time, commitment and huge physical effort, and for someone to blatantly disregard this is despicable.

The only group of people I imagine to be able to sympathise with my plant thief is perhaps the Baird government, which has also shown blatant disregard for the beautiful plants around our neighbourhood.

And whilst the Baird government has seemingly gotten away with its crimes against plants, I don’t think my plant thief will be so lucky, as I now have my security camera installed, so am looking forward to meeting them soon.

Georgina Maroubra Think of the Children Dear James and Dan - As someone who works in the adult industry for a living, I was surprised to flip from one page about the Maldives to... porn.

Who thought this was a suitable piece for a free distributed magazine read by people of all ages, and probably many young teens?

The first half talks about Porn Hub (well done giving that a good plug) and the next introduces feminists into the equation, and porn for women, as though it's an entirely new idea.

Regardless of whether female porn is nothing new, I thought it was a bizarre piece to read - not to mention full of BS by Matty Silver 'sex therapist'.

While I personally love the stuff, I don't think it's right for the pages of The Beast.

Karl Bondi Congrats on the Smoke-Free Trial In honour of World No Tobacco Day on the May 31, the Sydney Cancer Advocacy Network would like to congratulate Waverley Council on the implementation of the smoke-free trial in the Oxford Street Mall.

We believe this is a great step towards reducing smoking-related illness and creating a healthier and

more welcoming community space.

We are looking forward to when this becomes a permanent change for the community.

Amber Reid On behalf of SCAN Alcohol Policy Raises Questions On April 27, at the last meeting of the Randwick City Council, Randwick councillors voted (7/7 with the casting vote going to the mayor) to lift the alcohol ban on the recently refurbished East Ward Senior Citizens Hall.

Despite requests from the community for consultation, and undertakings given by the general manager in a report from 2010 that the hall remain alcohol free, Council determined that Randwick Rugby Club, local league clubs, and cricket clubs be allowed to use the hall for alcohol-related activities.

There has been no assessment of impacts of this change of policy on the local area and nearby residents.

The lack of transparency and consultation in this process raises questions about the power and influence of registered clubs over Council decisions. It also raises questions about the desire to hurry the decision through Council, prior to an administrator being appointed last week.

Alix Magney Coogee Pedestrian Crossing Needed Can someone please explain to me why there is not a pedestrian crossing at the busy crossroad at the corner of Spring Street and Bronte Road in Bondi Junction? This is perhaps the busiest intersection in the whole of the Eastern Suburbs.

And why, oh why, is there a ghastly brick planter box in front of the Westfield entrance on Bronte Road? If it's to stop people crossing at the intersection, it’s not working.

Tim Maunsell Bronte

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I am making contact with you because I strongly feel that I need to make my story public and feel everyone needs to know what I am about to say.

On Saturday, May 21, 2016 at approximately 3:55pm, I was pulled over by a police officer from Rose Bay Police Station for making a wrong left hand turn on to Grafton Street, Bondi Junction.

I was exiting the Westfield car park onto Adelaide Street, and unwittingly made a left turn on to Grafton Street. I am from Penrith and have recently moved into the Sydney CBD and was not familiar with the Bondi Junction area. I was not speeding and travelling very slowly. I had no intentions of breaking the law, but simply made a wrong left turn due to my unfamiliarity with the area. I made the turn without noticing the ‘no left turn’ sign as it was not visible enough and I proceeded up the road.

In no less than five seconds, I heard sirens screaming behind me with lights blaring and I looked in my rear view mirror and noticed a green police vehicle speeding towards me. I initially thought it was travelling at such high speeds in response to a police emergency. I said to my partner, who was sitting in the passenger seat next to me, "Far out, look how fast this police car is going. We better get out of

the way; it’s going to knock someone over." The street, Grafton Street, is a small one-way street, which is in a high pedestrian area.

I began to take measures to give the police vehicle way and let it pass by, so I pulled over into a taxi zone to let the car speed past.

By the time I had travelled at 50km/h for approximately 150 metres to the next set of lights, this green police vehicle had caught up with me and as I was giving them way the policeman signalled for me to pull over. I said to my partner, “I wonder why I am getting pulled over? I've done nothing wrong."

She agreed. Anyway, I pulled over and waited for the policeman in the police car to come to my window and explain what was going on.

I had noticed in the rear view mirror that the police officer was walking towards my car very angrily, storming towards me. As he approached my window, he demanded my licence in a loud, rude and angry tone of voice, making me feel belittled and leaving me wondering what on Earth I had done for him to speak to me like this.

I asked the officer, “Why did you pull me over? What have I done wrong for you to be speeding so fast and to speak to me so angrily? Are you after me?” He said, "Yes, I am after you. You turned left in a no left turn street." I said,

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"I am not from the Bondi area and I did not see a sign to indicate this instruction."

He continued to speak to me with such anger and superiority and said, "Yes, there was a sign.

You turned left into a no left turn street. Give me your licence.”

He then went on to say, "I will be issuing an infringement notice," before he walked off towards the police vehicle. I was extremely upset and waited in the car for a few minutes and decided to get out to ask the officer more questions about the fact that I could not see the sign and did not intend to make this mistake. He rudely told me to get back into my car.

As I walked over to his car, I could not help but notice how he had parked in his erratic attempt to catch me for my ‘crime’. The police vehicle had blocked off a pedestrian crossing, obstructing a busy intersection and interfering with buses that were turning into the street due to the bus rank in the vicinity. As it was a one-way street, it was already very tight. The police officer had parked in such a way that was clearly unsafe in his hurry to pull me over. It looked like a crime scene and not the scene where a driver had unwittingly made a left turn into a street that he was not familiar with.

While he was writing up the ticket, pedestrians were trying to make their way across the street, buses and other vehicles were having to merge right to avoid the police vehicle, and traffic seemed very disorganised.

I felt that this police officer was jeopardising pedestrian safety, firstly by speeding to pull me over and secondly by pulling me over in an unsafe location. I began to get upset and made this point to him and he continued to tell me to get back into my car.

Eventually I noticed another two police officers arriving as back-up, who he had called, who were just standing there viewing what was going on. I asked the female police officer, "Is it safe for a police officer to speed ridiculously to book a person travelling less than 50km/h for 16 The Beast | July 2016

a no left turn and then stop them at a pedestrian intersection obstructing the pedestrians from safely crossing the road and putting himself, myself and the pedestrians at risk in order to make such a booking?"

She said, "Police are exempt from the law." Then I said, "Excuse me, when is it safe to speed and block a pedestrian crossing, putting the public at risk and jeopardising their safety?"

She did not make a comment and I began to get more emotional and upset at the fact that NSW Police were willing to break the law to book a person when there was no need for them to speed.

To me this seems like a very unreasonable course of action and there was no need for the police officer to act in such an inconsiderate way.

The police officer issued me with the infringement notice for disobeying a road sign indicating no left turn, which is going to cost me $248.00 and two demerit points. I made it known that I would take this to court and contact the media to explain that the legal system in this instance had jeopardised safety in a busy, high pedestrian intersection. The NSW Police are there to help, support and protect us, not to jeopardise our safety and hurt us financially.

The police have discretion and he could clearly see that my licence address stated I was not from the area. I intend to take these matters to court.

Mario Abdel-Sayed Address not supplied Wood Fires on the Nose Dear Beast - As winter finally arrives, many Sydneysiders are lighting up their wood fuel fireplaces in an effort to keep warm. Not only do they keep you warm, but, let’s face it, who doesn’t like to sip a Hunter Shiraz in front of a crackling open fire? However, what most people don’t realise is that as they enjoy the ambiance of the fire they are putting their own health, and that of their neighbours, at great risk.

Wood burning heaters produce a toxic mix of fine particle pollution,

carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, benzenes and other chemicals. All of these toxic substances are known to cause heart and lung disease, and they make life miserable for the many of our children who have asthma. It’s enough to make cigarettes seem healthy.

The problem is not one to be dismissed as insignificant. The NSW EPA states that smoke from wood heaters is a major cause of air pollution, producing up to seven times the particle pollution of cars.

It’s a serious problem that has the potential to make us all sick.

Our society has recognised the harm caused by cigarettes and moved to reduce their consumption. In fact, Waverley Council has banned smoking in many public places. Yet whilst you can walk away from a smoker, you cannot walk away from your neighbour’s wood fire smoke. So for the benefit of all, it is now time for Waverley Council to clean up our local atmosphere and ban all wood fires in our municipality.

Dr Stephen Lightfoot Bronte

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Making it count.

Local Bloke... Andrew Bovill from Paddington Interview James Hutton Picture Grant Brooks

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ndrew Bovill is the owner of Centennial Health Club at the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park. He shares his local favourites with The Beast…

Where do you like to have a drink? The Wine Library at the top of Oxford Street. The food and service are amazing, and the wine list is incredible.

How long have you lived here? I was born and bred here. I lived in London and Dublin for eight years, but I couldn't have survived another winter so I packed my bags and have been back in Sydney ever since.

Do you have a favourite sporting team? The Swans, as they train right next to our health club and I know several of the players.

What's your favourite beach?

I’d traditionally say Bondi, but as I am in the thick of fatherhood it’s becoming Camp Cove. The kids love it and it’s got a great easygoing family atmosphere.

Who is your favourite person?

My wife would kill me if I didn't say her!

What's your favourite eatery? The Paddington or Cheeky Burger up on Oxford Street in Paddington simple, honest and great food.

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What music are you into at the moment? I am a bit of an old man when it comes to music; old school rock and anything chilled for background music in the house is good.

What do you get up to on the weekends? I have two little kids so my weekends are a mixture of taking the little man on what he refers to as ‘adventures’ (park, beach, shops, etc.) and helping the wife with all the mess two busy kids create.

What do you do for work? I own Centennial Health Club at the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park.

The inspiration for the club came from my time abroad when I was lucky enough to manage some really amazing health clubs. We've built Centennial to be a place to work out and hang out… a social space.

What's your favourite thing about your work? I love to create an atmosphere and space that members can enjoy. Seeing members coming to the gym, enjoying themselves, and getting results that make a significant impact in their lives is the real purpose of my club.

Do you have a favourite quote?

“Life is no dress rehearsal so make this one count.” For me this means do the things that are important or have meaning to you, and make sure you give it 100 per cent.

Any other words of wisdom for readers of The Beast? Chase life; it's short, it’s unpredictable and it waits for no one. Don't wait for things to happen; make things happen.

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Big things ahead.

Local Chick... Kenya Pearson from Bondi Interview James Hutton Picture Grant Brooks

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enya Pearson has lived in Bondi her whole life. When she’s not busy with her final year of school, she’s acting in feature films.

Kenya shares her local favourites with The Beast…

How long have you lived here? I have lived here all my life. I was three weeks old when we moved to North Bondi.

What's your favourite beach?

Bondi Beach. I went to primary school just across the road, so I’ve spent so much time there. It’s such a fun mix of everything, it’s really buzzing and it’s great for swimming. It’s especially nice early in the morning or at sunset.

What's your favourite eatery? Jo & Willy’s for a big breakfast, Sushi Train for lunch and Funky Pies for dinner.

Where do you like to have a drink? I’m obsessed with chai.

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Mamma Mia India and the Chai Tent at the Bondi Farmers Market make really delicious chai.

Do you have a favourite sporting team? I don’t go for any one particular team; I guess just Team Australia.

What music are you into at the moment? I love David Bowie; I’ve recently had ‘Starman’ on repeat.

I’ve also been listening to the I Am Sam and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty soundtracks.

Who is your favourite person?

David Attenborough. I just read his autobiography and he is such an amazing person.

What do you get up to on the weekends? I love to go to the local markets followed by sushi on the beach. I have a lot of schoolwork to do at the moment, but if that’s mostly done I also love to watch dinosaur documentaries.

What do you do for work at he moment? I’m currently in my last year of school, but I also work as an actor. My first film, Looking for Grace, came out earlier this year, which was such an incredible experience.

What's your favourite thing about work? I just love the whole experience of acting – getting into character and working with others to create something unique. It’s a lot of fun.

Do you have a favourite quote?

“I like that boulder. That is a nice boulder.” – Donkey from Shrek.

It’s not particularly inspirational, but it’s a good one to have up your sleeve.

Do you have any other words of wisdom for readers of The Beast magazine? Don’t eat dried apricots for breakfast on your first day on a film set. It may impact your performance.

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Thumbs Up RED BULL CAPE FEAR – This Mark Mathews organised surfing contest was probably the most entertaining sporting spectacle we have ever season.

OUT OF OFFICE NOTIFICATIONS – The most courteous way of saying: “We probably won’t be replying to your email any time soon. Sorry (not sorry).”

BASTILLE DAY – July 14 is the one day a year you can gorge yourself on cheese, bread and red wine, and legitimately say that it’s for the sake of ‘culture’.

DEMOCRACY – Next time you whinge about politics, take a moment to appreciate the fact that we’ve got it better than most of the rest of the world.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY – Granted, it’s a pretty weird tradition, but who are we to pass on double Christmas? Pass the cranberry sauce would you cobber?

Thumbs Down THE SUPER STORM – While some of the resulting carnage made for entertaining viewing, there was nothing pleasant about the destruction it caused.

SLOW WALKERS – From the person who stands on the walking side of the escalator, to the dude ambling at a glacial pace on the sidewalk, they all suck.

DONKEY VOTES – We agree that neither of the main options is particularly great, but please don’t waste your vote. At the very least flip a coin.

ELECTION PAMPHLETS – Chances are we won’t change our political opinions because of a few promises on a cheaply printed flyer in the mailbox.

SOCIAL ACCEPTABILITY – Sick of silly mandates like ‘Ugg boots are uncool’ or ‘daily drinking is a problem’? When you ignore things, they don’t exist.

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Link Age 15 months Sex Male Breed Staffy x JRT Weight 9.1kg Link is a very friendly boy. He likes to go on walks and loves to play with other young dogs. He walks well on loose lead and is a little bit shy with people, but warms up quickly if you are gentle. He is good at jumping, so secure fencing is a must. He comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. His adoption cost is $400, which includes a free health and wellness voucher for the Doggie Rescue Vet. For further details, give Doggie Rescue a call on 9486 3133, email monika@doggierescue.com or visit the website at www.doggierescue.com.

Ashton Age 2 years Sex Male Breed Silky x Weight 4.9kg Ashton is an active, happy dog. He gets very excited when he is out on a walk and barks at other dogs.

Once he has released some of that energy he calms down quite quickly. He really enjoys pats and cuddles from visitors. He comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. His adoption cost is $400, which includes a free health and wellness voucher for the Doggie Rescue Vet. For further details, give Doggie Rescue a call on 9486 3133, email monika@doggierescue.com or visit the website at www.doggierescue.com.

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Community Calls for Byron-Style Organic Waste Service Words Madeleine Gray Picture Osama Bin Laden

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or the average householder, it can be difficult to know how to lessen one’s ecological footprint.

In August 2015 Byron Shire introduced a ‘Three Bin Collection Service’ as a way in which the busy citizen could easily make a tangible contribution to decreasing the amount of household waste that goes to landfill.

Coogee resident Liana McMorrow recently contacted The Beast having been inspired by the scheme.

“Byron has introduced a weekly organics pick-up service, whereby each household is given a kitchen benchtop caddy and compostable caddy liners in which to deposit food and kitchen scraps,” Ms McMorrow said.

“The caddy liners are a green colour so they are not confused with plastic bags. The liners are taken to be composted, and the organic waste that would otherwise go to landfill is diverted back to the soil, to replenish farms and gardens.”

Ms McMorrow believes that a similar initiative is needed in the Eastern Suburbs, and thinks that a joint effort between councils would be most beneficial – a task that will be made much simpler 24 The Beast | July 2016

once Woollahra, Randwick and Waverley councils amalgamate.

At present, the organic waste recycling programs in the Eastern Suburbs vary from council to council, and all leave a lot to be desired.

A spokesperson for Waverley Council explained its current organic waste system to The Beast.

“Council continues to provide curbside services for collecting garden organics, which are sent to the Lucas Heights Resource Recovery Park to be processed into mulch and compost,” the spokesperson said.

“Council, in partnership with Woollahra and Randwick Councils, also continues to roll out its Compost Revolution Program, which provides discounted compost bins and worm farms to residents.”

However, unlike Byron Shire, Waverley Council does not at present have a weekly pick-up service for food and kitchen scraps. While the Compost Revolution Program is a step in the right direction, it is essentially a home composting service, which is difficult to maintain for busy residents who don’t want to compost in their spare time or who simply don’t have the space.

Waverley Council was quick to point out that as of mid-2017

its Advanced Waste Treatment facility will have been constructed and from then onwards all waste from red household bins will be processed in a closed system under high heat and pressure, creating a compost/soil conditioner product – in this process, only “minimal residual waste” will go to landfill.

Randwick Council was less forthcoming when it comes to its organic waste plans, though its website does contain a small mention of a ‘Food Scraps Collection Trial’ that has apparently been ongoing since November 2013.

Upon further inquiry, a spokesperson explained that the trial involved the participation of “randomly selected homes… being provided with a kitchen caddy and compostable bin liners to collect their food scraps, which were then transferred to a ‘food scraps bin’, which was collected weekly along with the regular collection services”. The trial is “currently continuing across 4,000 households” and Council is considering a “more comprehensive roll-out pending the merger”.

It seems that it’s only a matter of time before Ms McMorrow’s Byron-inspired dream becomes a reality.

Do you think we need more different coloured rubbish bins or is the system already too confusing?

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Isobel, Waverley

I reckon we have enough. What would actually be helpful is if there was a reminder the night before that the next morning was garbage pick-up day.

I think the bins are fine as they are. Any more and we probably wouldn’t have room to store them during the week.

David, Coogee That’s a false dichotomy. I’m happy with the three colours that there are.

Although we have to put paper and glass in the same bin, which is perhaps problematic.

Judy, Bellevue Hill We probably have enough bin colours, I think.

However, more regular garbage pick-ups might not be a terrible idea.

Jack, Coogee I’d love to have a compost one, actually. I’ve got a few mates who are into it and I think it’d be a good thing for everyone to get into.

Jenny, Tamarama The system is confusing, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t need more bins. I’d like to see more sustainable recycling options for kitchen scraps.

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A very cute little Malcolm.

The Concise Eastern Beaches Election Round Up Words Madeleine Gray Pictures Julia Gillard

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t’s that time of the year again.

Another federal election. More campaign slogans, money spent, promises made.

In The Beast’s distribution area there are two federal seats up for grabs: Wentworth and Kingsford Smith. Wentworth is the home of current PM Malcolm Turnbull, and despite its literally unblemished record as a safe Liberal seat, Labor and the Greens are still valiantly putting up contenders.

Kingsford Smith, conversely, has been in Labor hands for its entire existence, though the safety of the seat has been diminishing of late as the area’s demographics have shifted.

Labor’s candidate for Wentworth at this election will be Evan Hughes, the son of the Hughes Gallery’s Ray Hughes. Mr Hughes has worked in art dealing and finance, and while he lacks political experience, he doesn’t believe that will hold him back.

"The only qualification for a contest in federal politics is a heart,” Mr Hughes said. “I am running against a party who long ago lost sight of their principles and a leader who once knew the 26 The Beast | July 2016

bearings of his moral compass."

“I haven't met a Wentworth voter yet who has said to me, ‘I want direct action not an ETS, I don't want gay marriage, I want hardline border rhetoric and the language of cruelty’,” he said.

The Greens’ candidate for Wentworth is Dejay Toborek. Mr Toborek is of the belief that local constituents have lost faith in the prime minister.

“The people in Wentworth no longer trust Mr Turnbull to deliver on his previously stated positions,” he said. “They are now looking to the Greens.”

While Wentworth is likely to remain safe in Liberal hands, Kingsford Smith is set to be another dog fight, as sitting Labor MP Matt Thistlethwaite again goes head to head with Liberal candidate Michael Feneley. Mr Thistlethwaite was lucky to hold on to the seat in 2013 after a strong swing in the Liberal Party’s favour.

While Mr Thistlethwaite wouldn’t be drawn into commenting on the closeness of the race, he reinforced that he is “born and bred in Maroubra” while criticising

the Liberal Party’s environmental record with respect to the recent tree chopping in Randwick and its attempt to “sell off Malabar Headland to developers”.

Mr Feneley said that his motivation for contesting the seat again was “the fact that I live in the area and I want to see it progress”. This will be Mr Feneley’s third time contesting the Kingsford-Smith seat and he’ll be hoping that it’s a case of ‘third time lucky’.

The Greens’ candidate for Kingsford Smith is data scientist James McDonald. Though Mr McDonald said that he’s aware that a Greens win is unlikely, he believes that it is still important that they contest the seat.

“As Greens it is our responsibility to highlight the concerns in the community that get glossed over,” he said, before stressing that the Greens are about “taking decision-making out of the hands of well-connected insiders and (putting it) back into the hands of communities”.

The election will be held on Saturday, July 2, so get down to your local school or community hall and be sure to make your vote count.

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Bits & Pieces from Around the Beaches...

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Clovelly Gets Local Supply Local Supply Sunglasses announced recently that it is now the official sunglass sponsor for the Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club.

Its design for the surf club sunnies will keep to the colour spectrum currently on display with the iconic red and yellow uniform. Local Supply told The Beast, “Being given the opportunity to be part of the uniform, which the Clovelly lifesavers wear day in and day out to keep our beaches safe, is an honour and a privilege.”

Prison Education Privatised The NSW prison education service is being threatened with privatisation. It was announced in mid-May that all but 130 of the 150 teachers and education officers are to be replaced by clerks. Teaching at the best of times depends on goodwill and trust between student and teacher - even more so in the prison environment, where many offenders have ended up in gaol for reasons arising from

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negative experiences at school.

Education staff at Long Bay Correctional Centre will be holding a rally outside the prison gates on Tuesday, July 7 at noon. Feel free to join in, comrades.

School Holiday Rugby Camp Wondering what to do in the July holidays with those energetic kids?

Look no further than the Ready Rugby Holiday Clinic, which will be held at Latham Park on July 7 and 8 from 9am to 3pm. Kids aged between 6 and 11 can enjoy skill development in a fun environment. Cost is $70 for one day and $120 for a two-day clinic. Please visit www.readyrugby.com.au to make your booking.

Transparent Charity Would you like to give to charity and know exactly where your money is going? For the first time ever you now can! Urban Arts Base (UAB) helps over 250 youths with mental illnesses across the Eastern Suburbs through art

therapy classes. You can help pay the rent on their studio through the new and completely transparent crowdfunding platform, Common Cents Fund (CCF). The money raised will go directly to pay the lease on the studio, freeing up more resources for UAB to address the rising demand for their services. All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Check out www. commoncentsfund.com/projects/ urban-arts-base-anglicare.

Oporto Turns 30 In 1986, no one was serving delicious flame grilled Portuguese chicken in Australia, so Oporto founder Antonio Cerqueira decided to open a chicken shop in North Bondi doing just that. In 2016, after 30 years of serving Portuguese style chicken to the nation, there are over 150 Oporto stores across the network. Need an excuse to eat a chicken burger? You’ve just found it. Happy birthday Oporto.

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Beach Bolt Makes Its Way Back to Coogee Words Madeleine Gray Picture Bob Geldof

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hildren are among the most vulnerable people in any society. They must trust in the goodness and decency of others.

They are reliant on the integrity of the structures that surround them.

It goes without saying that child abuse is an insidious and powerful problem – especially in the home, where kids are presumed to be safe with their families. Every day there are more than 145 substantiated reports of child abuse and neglect.

Barnardos Australia is one of the leading child protection charities in the country, helping stop child abuse by finding safe homes for abused children through foster care and adoption, and working with families to prevent abuse from occurring.

Barnardos is a non-government charity that runs entirely on donations. The Barnardos Beach Bolt, which takes place in Coogee, has become a crucial fundraising event for the organisation and this year it will be putting locals and visitors 30 The Beast | July 2016

through their paces on July 31.

The Beach Bolt is a one-mile dash and the 2016 event will see a slight change of course from last year. Runners will now start on the soft sand at Coogee Beach, race up the hill over Coogee headland, and then return to the sand to cross the finish line. This year there will also be a mini-bolt for kids, which involves a 50-metre sprint on the sand.

When participants register online, they are automatically given a personal fundraising page to make spreading the word and gathering sponsorship dollars even easier. All funds raised go straight to Barnardos.

The Barnardos Beach Bolt is supported by a plethora of committed ambassadors including Nova FM’s Matt De Groot, Ironwoman Tara Coleman, Triple M NRL commentator Anthony Maroon, cake creative Katherine Sabbath, and model Penelope Benson.

Ms Coleman has been involved with the event since its inception and was inspired to get behind it largely because of the great cause it represents.

“I cannot imagine growing up without my family or a stable, safe and loving home,” she said. “We need to be the voices for the kids who don’t have what they deserve.

Barnardos Australia is a great cause.”

This year, Beach Bolt organisers are aiming to raise $50,000 to help kids in need. There are some awesome prizes up for grabs for the highest fundraising kids and adults, and for the fastest runners on the day.

Barnardos is encouraging everyone to rock up in their best superhero outfits, because that’s what competitors really are: superheroes to the victims of child abuse.

For more information about the Barnardos Beach Bolt and to register for the race, please head to www.beachbolt.com.au. You won’t regret it.

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Sacred Sydney Covenant Trashed Words Matt Thistlethwaite MP Picture Nick Moncrieff-Hill

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t a recent community rally in Moore Park to save Sydney’s historic fig trees I witnessed a wonderful thing. Away from the crowd, under a dense tree canopy, half a dozen young children were climbing and playing on the outstretched branches of a huge fig tree.

In these times of iPads and computer games it’s an unusual but beautiful thing to see kids laughing and scaling a tree so big.

You don’t get trees like that in our backyards or suburban parks.

That’s because these are no ordinary trees. They are the main characters in parklands bequeathed to the people 200 years ago by one of our state’s greatest visionaries, Lachlan Macquarie.

Most of the trees in Centennial and Moore Park are over a century old. They speak to the people of Sydney. They let you know you have left the bustle of the city and entered the beautiful green oasis established as a place of enjoyment and respite for all. Just the way Lachlan Macquarie intended.

These trees create a canopy over Anzac Parade. It too is no ordinary street, renamed from Randwick

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Road to Anzac Parade in 1917 as a tribute to those who marched down its stones and bitumen to Circular Quay to serve our nation in the Great War. For two hundred years the people of Sydney and their governments have respected Macquarie’s sacred Sydney covenant - to protect and preserve these parklands and their features as green space for all. But bad design and poor planning are seeing century-old trees felled to make way for a light rail line to the east. This is unnecessary environmental destruction.

Sydney can have a light rail line to Kingsford and Randwick and preserve these historic trees.

The government is proposing a ludicrous scenario of a light rail stop for Randwick Racecourse that does not stop outside the racecourse, as it should, but across the road in Centennial Park where forty huge trees were cut down to build a platform.

The Centennial Parklands Trust, stacked with business people, has been shockingly silent as its greatest assets are turned into wood chip.

Randwick and Sydney City

Councils offered alternatives to the government’s proposed alignment for the light rail line. Both presented detailed submissions that would have allowed the light rail to proceed and protect the fig trees. Their submissions and those of hundreds of members of the public were ignored.

The Environmental Impact Statement for this project did not even indicate which trees were to be removed along the light rail line - so much for transparency and accountability.

The trees that are being removed for this project are located in the federal electorate of Wentworth, the prime minister’s electorate.

In 2010 Malcolm Turnbull described these trees and these parklands as “the great green lungs of Sydney”. As the prime minister refuses the community’s call to intervene and stop the destruction of the trees it appears he has forgotten his beliefs, and his passion and conviction for Sydney’s premier parklands.

Sydney now has fewer grand old trees, and our kids go back to their iPads.

More Bits & Pieces from Around the Beaches...

Words Madeleine Gray Picture David Finnimore

Forever Johnno a Monster Success On May 20, the Coogee Bay Hotel hosted this year’s Forever Johhno Monster Raffle and Auction and we are very pleased to announce that it was the most successful event yet. In total, $14,265 was raised, all of which will go directly the Clancy Ward at the Westmead Children’s Hospital.

Special thanks must go out to two particularly generous donors: Mitch Wieland and Dave Nassif.

Both donors responded to a wish list sent out by Rowena Nilsson from the Clancy Ward. Mitch’s company, ICap, coughed up a whopping $4,300 for a Hi-Low portable baby bath, and Dave’s business, AVS Security, donated $1,600, which is enough to cover the cost of two new wheelchairs.

Football and Sporting Club with Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres to announce the funding. “Here in Coogee we will see a number of important upgrades that will make a big difference to our local clubs.”

Mr Notley-Smith said.

Boost for Coogee Sport Facilities Great news for Coogee sports enthusiasts, as Member for Coogee Bruce Notley-Smith recently announced nearly $50,000 in NSW Government funding for facilities in the Coogee electorate as part of the 2015/16 Local Sport Grant Program. Mr Notley-Smith visited the South Coogee Bowling Club and the Waverley Rugby

School Holiday Sports Camp Your Sports Academy (YSA) is a school holiday sports camp environment designed around physical activity and health for children, which is delivered by PDHPE teachers and qualified coaches.

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Rocks Aroma Festival Returns Are you a coffee aficionado, or simply a caffeine addict? Either way, there’s something to tingle your taste buds at the Rocks on Sunday, July 24, as the Aroma Festival returns in partnership with SBS’s Food Network channel to bring you the world’s best coffee beans and baristas. Tie up your man bun, practice your pronunciation of ‘Guatemalan’, and start sipping away. Visit www.therocks.com/ whats-on/the-rocks-aroma-festival.

opportunities where boys and girls can further their involvement in sport or look to take their skills to a new level while improving their nutritional knowledge. Within this holistic approach, YSA offers top line coaching over three days for children aged 5 - 15 years. Visit www.yoursportsacademy.com.au.

Get Down to Deviate The space has been home to a few cafes and restaurants over the years, but we think that new Clovelly hotspot Deviate is here to stay. The menus have been rejigged, and while breakfast and lunch remain hearty, delicious affairs, the dinner menu is now designed around ‘family style dining’, with seasonal share plates and perfectly crafted dishes like our personal fave, the barramundi fillet with cauliflower couscous, dates and pistachio. The wine list is a banger, and the inventive cocktail offering screams next-day hangover. Check it out next time you’re in Clovelly.

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Beach Breaks Carnival Returns to the ‘Bra Words Madeleine Gray Picture Jay Rodney

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aroubra’s surf culture is legendary, and for good reason.

It’s a beach that’s produced some amazing shredders. Maroubra gets its name from an Indigenous word meaning ‘place of thunder’ - it’s long been recognised as a place that makes some noise.

It’s for this reason, and for the fact that it’s a gorgeous piece of coastline, that Maroubra is now home to the Australian Surfing Walk of Fame. New inductees are announced each year at the annual Beach Breaks Carnival. This year the carnival is to be held on Sunday, July 24, from midday to 4:30pm.

The Beach Breaks Carnival is a celebration of all things surfing, and includes surfing contests, market stalls, food and drinks, amusement rides and live entertainment along the promenade.

Local surf art will be for sale, as will beautiful homewares and towels. If all that’s not enough, the quarters, semis and finals of the NSW Grommet State Surfing Titles will also be taking place throughout the day out in the water.

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out for the title of state champion.

Food options on the day will include a number of gourmet providers selling everything from German hotdogs and gozleme, to Korean barbecue and churros.

Former Three Blue Duck’s chef Dan Hughes will also be down there selling his world famous Mr. Goaty Gelato.

The Australian Surfing Walk of Fame induction ceremony will be held at 1pm, when the chosen lifesavers and surfers will be honoured with a bronze plaque detailing their achievements along the Walk of Fame. Past inductees include former pro surfer, big wave charger and Maroubra legend Steve ‘Blackie’ Wilson and Bronte’s Jessi Miley-Dyer, a former World Junior Champion and Women’s WCT surfer. The identity of the 2016 inductees will remain a closely guarded secret in the lead up to the event.

The Beach Breaks Carnival is always an absolute blast, and it’s a great way to indoctrinate the kids into the surfing lifestyle early.

For more information, please visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au.

t’s a well-known fact that dolphins are incredibly intelligent. What is less publicised is their extreme generosity.

This year, the Coogee Dolphins Sports Club will be hosting its 16th annual Patty Byrne Sports Lunch, an awesome yearly event raising funds for the Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation.

The Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick caters to the needs of over 45,800 seriously ill and injured children every year, and it needs all the help it can get.

The foundation needs financial support for medical, nursing and allied health specialists, as well as high-tech equipment, ground breaking medical research and capital works.

The lunch will be held on Friday, July 29 at the Clovelly Hotel, with guests encouraged to arrive at 12:30pm for a 1pm start.

Tickets are $110 per person and patrons will receive a two-course meal, an open bar, and some truly splendid entertainment.

The Today Show’s Tim Gilbert will be master of ceremonies, and he will be aided by the sparkling presence of a number of celebrity guests, as well as the comic wit of a well-known comedian (the identity of whom was still under wraps at the time of print).

The Coogee Dolphins formed back in 1993 for three central reasons: to play sport, to support those in the local and wider community, and to have fun. The Patty Byrne lunch focuses on the second two of these aims.

You can buy tickets for the Patty Byrne Sports Lunch at Moshtix now. Ticket sales close on July 22.

Winter is upon us and Randwick City has been offering up some wild weather.

Luckily we have plenty of activities to keep us entertained during the colder months, including the incredible array of restaurants and eateries on our doorstep.

Sport is also a highlight of the winter months and our two, local foundation rugby league teams have been working hard and making us proud. We will be honouring our local surf legends at the Australian Surfing Walk of Fame and Beach Breaks Carnival at Maroubra Beach on 24 July. Bring your family and friends along for a great day of food, rides, market stalls, music and the State Title Surfing Competition.

Council adopts its new budget on 28 June. A number of residents offered feedback during the consultation process and I thank you for your insights and opinions. Visit Council’s website to learn more about the impressive range of projects slated for the new financial year.

The next phase of light rail construction starts in early July along Anzac Parade, Kingsford. Council crews have been busy creating more parking spaces under the Light Rail Parking Recovery scheme. There will be inevitable disruptions during light rail construction but we are working to make things as easy as possible for residents.

Kingsford is being invigorated with the creation of a new pedestrian plaza.

Meeks Street will be closed to create a new public space and a range of temporary pop-up activities will be hosted by Council and Transport for NSW. As you can see, we are committed as ever to delivering the fantastic services and facilities you rely on in Randwick City. Rain, hail or shine - we are getting the job done.

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Eastern Suburbs Dog Owners Appeal to UNHCR Satire Kieran Blake Picture Kofi Annan

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astern Suburbs dog owners and their canine companions have personally lodged a desperate appeal with the UNHCR in a bid to end the mistreatment and discrimination they are forced to suffer on a daily basis.

“We need to put an end to the injustice – now,” argued a spokesperson for the group, who spoke under condition of anonymity.

“Dogs and their owners are voiceless victims in a society that prides itself on principles of egalitarianism and freedom. The tales of our members indicate that not everyone in this country enjoys this supposed freedom.”

The report, which found its way to the UN headquarters in Geneva, includes specific accounts of abuse suffered by group members, some of which were relayed by the spokesperson.

“One hard working young professional was exercising his beautiful, healthy whippets near the children’s playground at Clovelly Beach when the father of a young boy had the nerve to suggest he take the dogs to the nearby dog park, a few minutes walk away,” the spokesperson said.

Owners have also been subjected to verbal abuse.

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One owner was basking in the glory of watching her pooch run free on a fine autumn day while she waited patiently in line at The Ponds Kiosk in Centennial Park when she was left traumatised after being told to “put that thing on a leash”.

There is also the harrowing story of the owner of a husky enjoying the coastal walk on Boxing Day who overheard a shirtless and bearded man mutter “that doesn’t belong here” and “that dog should go back to where it came from”.

Owners and their precious pets also suffer the indignity of barriers and fences, as well as offensive signage designed to bar them from certain areas. The group cited the Burrows Park off-leash dog area at Clovelly as one clear example of the terrible conditions they must tolerate.

“We and our precious pets are forced to endure the inhumane conditions of a dog park surrounded by landscaped gardens and endless views of the Pacific Ocean,” the spokesperson said.

Then there is the attendant stigma of dirtiness for owners forced to carry plastic bags every

time they leave the house.

Worse still, claimed the spokesperson, is the policy requiring dogs to wear name tags around their neck, implying the animals are the possession of their owners.

“Someone even asked me if I was illiterate because I chose to exercise my dog directly beneath a sign saying ‘Dogs Prohibited’,” explained one of the plaintiffs.

Such is the persecution of this defenseless group that they have hired advocates, called ‘walkers’, to escort and protect their loved ones.

These walkers can often be seen protecting a score of dogs on numerous leashes at parks throughout the Eastern Beaches area.

“We have also received enormous support from another group of dog friendly advocates known as ‘council rangers’,” explained the spokesperson. “They refuse to order us from beaches, rock pools, playgrounds and sporting fields when other heartless Eastern Suburbs residents ask us to remove our dogs from these areas.

“Without their support, our freedom would not be possible.”

The UNHCR only recently received the appeal and has yet to comment on its contents.

Mayor‘s Message Sydney Storm Clean Up Thank you to all Council staff for their ongoing efforts with the storm clean-up in early June. The week before the storm hit, Council staff prepared our high risk flood areas in anticipation of the severe weather and as a result, no significant flooding of residential areas has been reported. Ongoing efforts by the clean-up by staff continued to clear away fallen trees and debris. You will have seen from photos the impact the storm had on the Coastal Walk, which we worked to resolve as quickly as possible. Bronte was the worst hit, where parts of the retaining wall collapsed and Bronte Pool having to be closed for cleaning and repairing the pool pump. Luckily, thanks to Council staff’s quick work and foresight, the impact of the damage was to a much lesser extent less than in other areas throughout Sydney.

Waverley Youth Art Prize It was a great privilege to once again present the Waverley Youth Art Prize Now in its 31st year, our annual competition did not disappoint with its bright and beautiful exhibition. The competition features students aged 9–18yrs across a broad range of mediums including drawing, painting, sculpture, video and animation.

This year’s theme was ‘Under the Big Top’. The formidable judges – Elyssa Skyes Smith and Andrew Christie who have both won prestigious awards in their fields, had the difficult task of selecting our 2016 winners. The Junior section award went to Chantel Nettis, the winner of the Intermediate section was Casey O’Regan and the Senior section award winner was Finn McGrath. A huge congratulations to these emerging art stars. An exhibition of the entries will be in our Library for a month and there is still a people’s prize to be chosen. Please pop in and see what amazing talent we have and of course vote. I know you will be surprised at the professionalism of many of the entries.

Sally Betts, Mayor of Waverley CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE 55 Spring Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 PO Box 9, Bondi Junction NSW 1355 PhONE 9083 8000 WEB waverley.nsw.gov.au

Events Winter School Holiday Program 4–15 July 2016 Waverley Council’s holiday program is jam-packed full of events for kids, tweens and teens. Keep all ages happy with fabulous holiday activities at Waverley Library, Waverley-Woollahra Arts School, Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre and Bondi Pavilion. For the full program of activities, event descriptions, terms and conditions, visit waverley. nsw.gov.au/holidayprograms.

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Bondi Winter Magic 19 June–31 July 2016 Bondi Winter Magic is sparkling to new depths this year and giving locals and international participants a new ‘platform’ to view the iconic beach and ocean setting with camel riding. For more information please visit bondiwintermagic.com.au For more event info visit our website waverley.nsw.gov.au.

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Upcoming Election a Flaccid Affair Words Rupert Truscott-Hughes Picture Mitt Romney

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t’s almost election time again.

Are you as jaded as I am? This is probably the least exciting election I have ever been around for, despite the closeness of the polls. On the one hand, you’ve got our once likeable local member Malcolm Turnbull, the so-called saviour of our great nation, whose popularity is falling faster than Felix Baumgartner. On the other, you’ve got the completely unlikeable, most probably incompetent, certainly untrustworthy Bill Shorten, who appears to be gaining ground on the Member for Wentworth despite his total lack of charisma and questionable policy platform.

On July 2, we as a nation will rock up to the polling booths to put pen to paper and have our say.

Democracy is great. When we last did this, back in September 2013, it was Tony Abbott who came out on top, toppling Kevin Rudd’s Labor Party, which held power for two topsy-turvy terms that history will likely remember more for its infighting and leadership changes than any particular political achievements. It’s rather ironic that the Liberal Party’s first term 40 The Beast | July 2016

will most likely be remembered for the same thing.

That said, as you may have guessed from my past musings in The Beast, deep down I am a fan of Mr Turnbull. I know he wants to move on gay marriage, but is being held back by his party. I know he gives a stuff about the environment and would like to put appropriate measures in place to protect it from climate change. I know he is more economically capable and sensible than the man opposing him. And I know that he wants to keep negative gearing in place, which is a win for a wealthy bloke like me when it comes to tax time.

It would be a great tragedy, in my eyes, if Malcolm were not to win an election off his own bat and become prime minister by public vote rather than political treachery, but a loss is looking increasingly possible as the election approaches.

With all that said, we as Australians need not worry too much about who leads our country – it’s essentially a case of centre left versus centre right; there ain’t really too much difference these days. It’s actually quite a bore. Across the

Pacific in the mighty US of A, on the other hand, the lead up to their election is an absorbing spectacle.

There are villains, heroes, underdogs, surprise packets and a shitload of money that keeps the whole wagon running. Since those bat-shit crazy yanks started getting behind a bloke called Trump, car crash politics has ensued. You just can’t look away.

My Facebook feed has been full of content from the United States and I for one am enthralled.

Watching the field being whittled down to two has been captivating, and better still, the battle has only just begun. The final showdown between the Democrats’ Hillary Clinton and the Republicans’ Donald Trump looks like being the equivalent of six months worth of Game of Thrones finales thrown into one drawn out drama. Grab me some popcorn!

Back on the home front, one thing is for sure: when you’re tossing up between Malcolm and Bill, know that at least there’s absolutely no chance of Trump leading this country. For that we can all be thankful.

If you could choose anyone, who would you like to see as Prime Minister of Australia?

Words & Pictures Madeleine Gray

Janice, Coogee I don’t know that I could pinpoint a particular person, but I think that it is about time we have a PM with actual convictions, who stands up for a human rights based refugee policy, for starters.

Alexander, Maroubra I would like Brad Pitt to be PM because I just saw Twelve Years A Slave and I think that he has a great voice, and in his personal life is a great dad to all his kids.

Kate, Maroubra

Christian, Randwick

I think that Julia Gillard did a great job, and was unfairly vilified. I say we bring her back and give her a chance to do it right, without all the sexist media coverage.

I think Julie Andrews. She seems like she would be a kind and loving leader who would do what is best for her people as she did as the Queen of Genovia.

Xavier, Clovelly I’d like to see someone who cares about the arts get the gig.

As Winston Churchill said during WWII: “If we cut arts funding, what are we fighting for?”

Mikaela, Coogee I’d like to see a strong, independent, well-principled woman as PM. Tanya Plibersek seems like a good option.

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Kids Holiday Care From today until July 8, the Des Renford Leisure Centre at Maroubra will be hosting daily holiday care for kids between 5 and 12 years old, from 7:30am to 6pm.

There will be activities, excursions, and loads of fun. For deets, please visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Tech Time: Skype If your kids are constantly harassing you to get Skype, but it’s all a bit daunting, it’s possible you might benefit from this free 10am session at Waverley Library, which teaches all the basics. Register at www.eventbrite.com.au and never be lonely again.

Evening with Anne Summers Come and join amazing author and feminist legend Anne Summers at Margaret Martin Library tonight, as she discusses the updated version of her classic book ‘Damned Whores and God’s Police’. It’s a free event. Register at www.eventbrite.com.au.

Citizenship Ceremony Randwick Mayor Noel D’Souza will tonight be hosting a citizenship ceremony in Randwick Town Hall at 7pm to celebrate 100 Randwick residents becoming ‘new Australians’. The ceremony will be followed by a light supper courtesy of Council.

Graphic Novel Expo Are you or your kids into all things anime, manga and graphic novels?

If yes, we have a treat for you!

Today, from 2–4pm at Waverley Library, Dymocks is bringing a selection of its best titles for purchase. Costumes are encouraged, but not compulsory!

Grossed Out Game Show Do your kids love slime, noise, and raucous fun? If so, the Grossed Out Game Show at Randwick Town Hall is sure to be a winner.

Kids are plucked from the audience to join in games with names like Snotmageddon. Book now at www.tickets4me.com.au.

State of Origin III Get out to ANZ Stadium tonight to see NSW and Queensland battle it out in what could potentially be the series decider! Brawny blokes, bevvies and the potential for a brawl: what more could you want? To get your tickets, head to premier.ticketek.com.au.

Bastille Day Dieu merci! It’s the only day of the year that you can gorge yourself on cheese, bread and wine while wearing a beret, and legitimately claim that it’s for 'culture'. Head to a French joint – Café de France in Coogee is great – and get your bonne on!

Coogee Precinct Residents Meeting Join other local residents and business owners to discuss issues that affect the local area and to find out about events and projects in your area. Get to Coogee East Ward Senior Citizens Centre tonight, from 7:30-9:30pm to take part.

Bondi Sings Community Choir Bondi Sings community choir is seeking new members now.

Be part of a friendly group of enthusiastic and dedicated singers who meet on Tuesdays from 7.309pm at Bondi Pavilion. For more information about the choir, email bondisings@gmail.com.

Christmas in July This is one of the weirdest traditions to have come from our lovable ex-pat mates from across the pond, but who doesn’t like oven roasted turkey, mulled wine, and bad jumpers? Christmas is so good we should have it at least twice a year.

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The (Other) Beast Starting its season today at the Opera House is Eddie Perfect’s hilarious play, The Beast, about the perils of modern life, wine snobs and wankers. It’s been called “the worst dinner party of the year”, and you’re invited! Tickets available at www.thebeastplay.com.

Move Well Exercise Class Over 65s are invited to try an enjoyable exercise class called Move Well, which incorporates pilates, yoga and traditional exercise methods to build strength, flexibility and balance. It’s on at the Gaden Centre in Woollahra and costs $10. Call 9302 3600.

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2 Adult Education Centre 98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction.

3 Alexandria Park Community School Junior Campus Park Rd & Power Ave, Alexandria.

4 Barrett House 6 Barrett Pl, Randwick.

5 Bondi Pavillion Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach.

6 Bowen Library 669 - 673 Anzac Pde, Maroubra.

7 City West Green Square Community Room 35 O’Dea Ave, cnr Victoria Park Pde, Zetland.

8 Coogee Croquet Club Bardon Park, Bream St, Coogee.

9 Coogee Public School cnr Byron Street & Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee.

10 Easts Leagues Club 93 Spring St, Bondi Junction.

11 EJ Ward Community Centre 189 Underwood St, Paddington.

12 Eveleigh Locomotive Workshops Australian Technology Park, Locomotive St, Eveleigh.

13 National Centre for Indigenous Excellence (NCIE) 166-180 George St, Redfern 14 Paddington Community Garden Trumper Park, Paddington.

15 MP (Moore Park) Stables 125 Moulders Rd, Orangeville.

16 Randwick Community Centre 27 Munda St, Randwick.

17 Randwick Girls’ High School Barker St, cnr Avoca St, Randwick.

18 Rose Bay Secondary College Hardy Street, Dover Heights.

19 St. Patrick’s Parish Hall 2 Wellington St, Bondi.

20 Sydney Boys’ Rowing Club 5 Teviot Ave, Abbotsford.

21 Sydney By Sail Darling Harbour Festival Pontoon, Australian National Maritime Museum.

22 Sydney Girls’ High School cnr Anzac Pde & Cleveland St, Moore Park.

24 Sydney Sabre Centre 1/112 Parramatta Rd, Stanmore.

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Arts

Drama + Performance

Fabric + Fashion

Acting for Camera

Crochet: Beginners

Have fun while you learn the basic technical skills for a truthful, authentic on-screen performance.

Discover the magic of yarn and hook. Learn basic stitches to make granny squares.

Adult Education Centre $225 from Tuesday 9 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Nicolas Flanagan (6 sessions)

Drama & Improv NEW Be spontaneous, have fun and portray complex characters with confidence.

For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au

Randwick Girls’ High School $180 from Monday 1 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Nicolas Flanagan (6 sessions)

Ceramics, Pottery + Sculpture Stand Up Comedy

Metal Work for Sculpture NEW Form, cut, weld, grind and finish. Learn the skills to make sculptural metal objects.

Eveleigh Locomotive Workshops $450 from Thursday 15 Sept. 6.00 - 9.00pm Lisa Jones & Matt Mewburn (4 sessions)

Sculpture Experiment with wire, clay and other materials to produce a variety of sculptures.

Randwick Girls’ High School $220 from Monday 24 October 7.00 - 9.00pm Joanne Mulcahy-Zubani (6 sessions)

Craft

Blacksmithing Fundamentals NEW Master hand-forging techniques to forge your own barbecue tool set.

Eveleigh Locomotive Workshops $675 from Tuesday 19 July 6.00 - 9.00pm M. Mewburn & L. Sutherland (6 sessions) Eveleigh Locomotive Workshops $675 from Tuesday 30 August 6.00 - 9.00pm M. Mewburn & L. Sutherland (6 sessions)

Furniture Restoration Instill life into jaded furniture through minor repair, stripping, sanding and staining.

Find out what it’s like to be a figure of fun in the company of other would-be comics in this joy ride of a course (which featured on SBS TV as ‘Comedy School’).

Adult Education Centre $180 from Wednesday 10 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Rob McHugh (4 sessions)

Drawing + Painting

Art Attack Get your art on. Make a finished picture, using a different medium each week.

Coogee Public School $220 from Wednesday 10 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Joanne Mulcahy-Zubani (6 sessions)

Colour Theory Learn colour theory, colour trends, colour mixing and use colour across art forms.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $105 Saturday: 20 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Helga Nilsen (1 session)

Drawing & Painting Learn the basic skills of drawing and painting in a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

Randwick Girls’ High School $210 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Ben Osvath (8 sessions) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $165 from Tuesday 9 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Chris Rochester (6 sessions)

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $235 from Wednesday 27 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Experimental Art Alan Graham (6 sessions) Make your art extraordinary. Try painting, Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $235 collage, printmaking and sculpture.

Saturday: 13 & 20 August 9.30am – 3.30pm Randwick Girls’ High School $260 Alan Graham (2 sessions) from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Joanne Mulcahy-Zubani (8 sessions) Knife Making NEW Transform a piece of high carbon steel into Watercolour Painting a functional, bespoke kitchen knife.

Learn how watercolours add lightness and Eveleigh Locomotive Workshops $880 fluidity to your painting.

Sat. & Sun: 2 & 3 July 9.00am - 5.00pm Randwick Girls’ High School $165 Keith Fludder (2 sessions) from Tuesday 2 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Godwin Laus (6 sessions) Mosaics

Learn how to create extraordinary mosaics from new and repurposed materials.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $240 Saturday: 13 & 20 August 9.30am – 3.30pm Kay Munson (2 sessions)

Course fees do not include materials unless specified otherwise.

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Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $110 Sat: 30 July & 6 Aug. 10.30am - 1.00pm Payal Bhargava (2 sessions)

Crochet Motifs NEW Expand your basic crochet skills and make complex motifs including hexagons.

Adult Education Centre $90 Saturday: 20 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Payal Bhargava (1 session)

Fabric Cushions Create decorator cushions, with zippers and piping, in the fabric of your choice.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Tuesday: 16 & 23 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Judith Love (2 sessions)

Fashion Illustration & Design Be inspired to create unique designs.

Develop your own finished design ideas.

Adult Education Centre $105 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Nila Oreb (1 session)

Patchwork Blocks NEW Create patchwork blocks as you learn about colour and design, piecing, applique and drafting.

Randwick Girls’ High School $110 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Lorena Uriarte (4 sessions)

Quilting NEW Assemble and finish a quilt, using your own patchwork blocks or plain fabric.

Randwick Girls’ High School $110 from Monday 22 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Lorena Uriarte (4 sessions)

Screen Printing Create vibrant, on-trend clothing and homeware, using your own stencilled designs.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $140 from Wednesday 3 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Stefania Boniolo (3 sessions)

Shibori Fabric Dyeing Discover the ancient art of Shibori, a traditional Japanese fabric dyeing technique.

Dyes are included.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $115 Saturday: 13 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Zoe MacDonell (1 session)

Dressmaking + Sewing

Alterations Made Easy Get the most from your existing wardrobe or revamp that great vintage find.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Fiona Warmbath (1 session)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Sewing Machine Skills

Stone Setting Rings NEW

Singing: Beginners

Starting with basic stitching, get the most efficient use out of your sewing machine.

Learn how to make bezel settings as you make a silver ring with a bezel set stone.

Learn to sing in the contemporary style of your choice, using your natural talent.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Tuesday: 2 & 9 August 6.30 - 9.30pm Judith Love (2 sessions) Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $105 Saturday: 13 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Fiona Warmbath (1 session) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Tuesday: 6 & 13 September 6.30 - 9.30pm Judith Love (2 sessions)

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $120 Sat. & Sun: 13 & 14 August 0.00 - 0.00pm Melanie Ihnen (2 sessions)

Coogee Public School $165 from Wednesday 27 July 6.30 - 8.30pm Lucinda Peters (6 sessions) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $165 from Tuesday 9 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Lucinda Peters (6 sessions)

Sewing Made Easy A basic course in making garments. Read patterns and learn how to cut and sew.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $165 from Wednesday 3 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Robyn Langford (4 sessions)

Sewing: Simple Skirts Make a stylish and versatile straight or A-line skirt using your measurements.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Fiona Warmbath (1 session)

Floral Art

Floral Art Fundamentals Learn the techniques necessary for all styles of fresh flower arrangements.

Randwick Girls’ High School $210 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Mercedes Sarmini (8 sessions) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $210 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Mercedes Sarmini (8 sessions)

Jewellery Making

Ring In A Day Create a bespoke silver ring with textured elements and a choice of finish.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $115 Saturday: 13 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Melanie Ihnen (1 session)

Silver Earrings

Torch Fired Enamelling Add colour and depth to your jewellery as you learn to use a hand held torch to apply enamel to metal.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $140 Mon: 29 Aug, 5 & 12 Sept. 6.30 - 9.00pm Linda Blair (3 sessions)

Music

Guitar: Beginners Learn simple chords and melodies and explore different guitar styles.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $210 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Nick Meredith (8 sessions) Coogee Public School $210 from Thursday 28 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Emz Emam (8 sessions)

Guitar: Intermediate

Learn simple tunes and explore the history, musical genres and various styles of playing.

Randwick Girls’ High School $105 Tuesday: 16, 23 & 30 August 6.30 - 8.00pm John Chandler (3 sessions)

Photography

Coastal Photography Work with the rising and setting sun and explore light, silhouette, depth of field, textural subjects.

Meet at Coogee Beach $80 Saturday Sunset: 20 Aug. 3.30 - 5.45pm + Saturday Sunrise: 27 Aug. 6.00 - 8.15am Paola Talbert (2 sessions)

For continuing students or those who already have a few tunes under their belt.

Composition in Photography

Randwick Girls’ High School $210 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Nick Meredith (8 sessions)

Appreciate how elements and principles of design contribute to composition.

Harmonica Start playing simple blues riffs within the first 15 minutes of this dynamic course.

Coogee Public School $210 from Wednesday 27 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Tony Maguire (8 sessions)

Jazz Guitar This course will to unlock the challenging flamenco style for guitarists of all levels.

Randwick Girls’ High School $210 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Emz Emam (8 sessions)

Piano: Level 1

Make post and drop earrings as you learn to anneal, solder, saw pierce and drill.

For adult beginners, this course teaches piano skills, music notation and rhythm training.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $115 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Melanie Ihnen (1 session)

Australian Music School $255 from Wednesday 27 July 5.30 - 6.30pm Jake Madder (8 sessions)

Silver Jewellery: For Beginners

Piano: Level 2

Make a ring and self-designed project and A continuing course for people who have learn to anneal, solder and saw-pierce silver. completed Piano level 1.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $245 Australian Music School $255 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 9.00pm from Monday 25 July 7.30 - 8.30pm Linda Blair (5 sessions) Jake Madder (8 sessions)

Silver Jewellery: Wax Carving & Casting

Ukulele

Your wax model will be sent to a commercial caster to be reproduced in sterling silver.

Course fees do not include materials unless specified otherwise.

Materials Included in Course Fee

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $195 from Tuesday 9 August 6.30 - 8.30pm Linda Blair (5 sessions)

One Day Wonders

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Randwick Girls’ High School $105 Monday: 8, 15 & 22 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Michaela Clarkson (3 sessions)

Photography Fundamentals Fully utilise the capabilities of your digital SLR camera.

Randwick Girls’ High School $210 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 8.30pm Michaela Clarkson (8 sessions) Adult Education Centre $210 Sat & Sun: 23 & 24 July 9.30am - 3.30pm Michaela Clarkson (2 sessions) Adult Education Centre $210 Sunday: 11 & 18 Sept. 9.30am - 3.30pm Michaela Clarkson (2 sessions)

Photography: Cityscapes Further your photography skills as you convey space, time and movement in the city landscape.

Meet at Customs House, Circular Quay $85 Sunday: 21 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Michaela Clarkson (1 session)

Photography: Natural Portraiture Capture your subject as you learn to manipulate natural light sources, vary exposure and experiment with composition.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $85 Sunday: 14 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Michaela Clarkson (1 session)

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Business

For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au For courses designated ‘certificate course’ you will be awarded a College certificate upon satisfactory completion.

These courses are exempt from GST

Community Enterprise

Fundraising & Sponsorship A practical guide to Fundraising and Sponsorship for any club, school or community organisation.

Adult Education Centre $65 Tuesday: 2 August 6.00 - 8.00pm Keith Whelan (1 session)

Governance & Board Management Gain a sound knowledge of officers’ and directors’ duties and develop skills in working on boards or management committees.

Adult Education Centre $65 Saturday: 23 July 9.30 - 11.30am Keith Whelan (1 session)

Event Management

Investment

Social Media

Buying Your First Home

Crowd Funding

Our experienced professional real estate coach/investor will give you the edge as a buyer.

Crowd funding allows you to harness the power of social media to raise money to support your initiative or project.

Adult Education Centre $110 Saturday: 23 July 10.00am - 3.00pm Scott Durrant (1 session)

Adult Education Centre $65 Saturday: 13 August 9.30 - 11.30am Keith Whelan (1 session)

Investing in Real Estate

Facebook Marketing NEW

Gain the knowledge, confidence and skills required to enter the investment property market.

Learn how to maximize Facebook advertising for your business.

Randwick Girls’ High School $85 Tuesday: 26 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Scott Durrant (1 session)

Retirement Strategies for Baby Boomers Ensure your funds are used effectively so you have the retirement you desire.

Randwick Girls’ High School $85 Monday: 25 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Scott Durrant (1 session)

Wealth Creation for Gen X+Y Get the tools to help you grow your wealth faster without taking unnecessary risks.

Randwick Girls’ High School $85 Tuesday: 2 August 6.30 - 9.00pm Scott Durrant (1 session)

Small Business Development

Build Your Own Brand NEW What if customers could understand your business through one visual symbol?

Differentiate yourself and learn how to create your visual identity.

Adult Education Centre $85 Saturday: 13 August 12.00 - 3.00pm Keith Whelan (1 session)

Event Mangement Basics

Business Storytelling

Learn to confidently plan and manage your events; at work and at home.

Harness the power of a good story to influence people and propel them into action.

Adult Education Centre $225 Sat: 30 July & 13 Aug. 9.30am - 3.30pm Simone Parrott (2 sessions)

Adult Education Centre $75 Saturday: 20 August 10.00am - 12.30pm Keith Whelan (1 session)

Financial Management

Accounting for Non-Accountant

Developing a Business Plan The issues tackled in this course are critical to the success of your business.

For anyone who comes across financial reports, understand the terminology and implications of what you are given.

Adult Education Centre $225 Friday: 9 & 16 Sept. 9.30am - 3.30pm David Calvey (2 sessions)

Adult Education Centre $225 Thursday: 8 & 15 Sept. 9.30am - 3.30pm David Calvey (2 sessions)

Starting a Small Business

Bookkeeping Basics Learn the basic skills, terms and principles necessary to organise your books.

Adult Education Centre $225 Saturday: 10 & 17 Sept. 9.30am - 3.30pm David Calvey (2 sessions)

This course will help you to assess your skills and your capacity to embark on a new venture.

Adult Education Centre $225 Sat: 30 July & 13 Aug. 9.30am - 3.30pm (2 sessions)

One Day Wonders

6 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Adult Education Centre $110 Thursday: 18 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Instagram for Business NEW Use Instagram to sell your product through captivating images and captions.

Adult Education Centre $85 Thursday: 1 September 9.30am - 12.30pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Linked In NEW Go where professionals network and use Linked in to boost your career and business.

Adult Education Centre $85 Saturday: 27 August 9.30am - 12.30pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Pinterest for Business NEW Harness the power of Pinterest to market your product online.

Adult Education Centre $85 Thursday: 1 September 1.00 - 4.00pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Social Media for Small Business NEW Confused as to where your business should be on social media? Clarify where and how to maximise your return.

Adult Education Centre $110 Thursday: 4 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Twitter for Business NEW Make Twitter part of your social media strategy. Make each character count.

Adult Education Centre $85 Saturday: 27 August 1.00 - 4.00pm Lara Kilborn (1 session)

Web + eCommerce

Website Masterplan & Strategy Everything you need to know to plan, start and manage a website successfully.

Randwick Girls’ High School $175 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Luke Hayes (5 sessions)

Website Promotion Learn how to attract visitors to your website and encourage them to return.

Randwick Girls’ High School $120 Tuesday: 23, 30 August & 6 September 6.30 - 9.00pm Luke Hayes (3 sessions)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Hospitality

Opening a Cafe or Restaurant All you need to know when planning a successful cafe or restaurant.

Adult Education Centre $250 Saturday: 3 September 9.00am - 3.30pm Ken Burgin (1 session)

Operating a B&B in the Shared Economy For a full scale B&B or occasional room to let, learn the requirements of a viable accommodation business. Ensure your duty of care.

Adult Education Centre $130 Saturday: 3 September 9.30am - 3.30pm Stewart Whyte (1 session)

Computing + Graphic Design

• young people (15 - 17 years of age) who MS Word Basics are at risk of not making a successful This one day introductory course covers transition from school to further training the basics of Microsoft Word 2013, from or work basic navigation and creating a document • migrants/refugees who are unemployed through to tabs, tables and formatting. or underemployed Adult Education Centre $100 • people with other barriers to employment For more information call 9387 7400 or email enrol@cityeastcc.com.au

Computing

Typing/Keyboarding Develop your keyboarding skills and accuracy in this self-paced course.

Adult Education Centre $100 from Wednesday 27 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Belinda Walsh (8 sessions)

Introduction to Computers (PCs) Gain the skills and knowledge required to perform common computer tasks. Learn to personalise your desktop, understand keyboard functions and shortcuts. No previous computer experience required.

Adult Education Centre $100 Friday: 22 July 9.30am - 3.00pm Helen O’Shea (1 session)

MS Office 2013 for Today’s Workplace Our IT courses provide a range of options to learn up-to-date software and skills for work or home. Choose from a wide range of short courses day, evening and weekend.

These courses are exempt from GST

Free Workplace Course

Community Service Obligation Funded Courses (CSO) CSO is a reform of the NSW vocational education and training (VET) system. Its aim is to help people get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers. CECC will be offering Computing and Foundation Skill units, for key equity groups.

Learn the foundations of Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook as you utilise the applications’ full functionality. Increase your productivity and learn to share data between these applications.

• student with a disability • long-term unemployed • students who are Commonwealth welfare recipients and their dependants

Graphic Design

Photoshop Basics An introduction to the basics in Photoshop.

Learn how to retouch and correct colour, use layers and filters to create images.

Adult Education Centre $145 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Belinda Walsh (4 sessions)

Photoshop Advanced Learn to create more sophisticated images in a more flexible fashion, with more control over the quality and impact of the final image.

Adult Education Centre $145 from Tuesday 30 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Belinda Walsh (4 sessions)

Mac

Intro to Computers (Macs) This introductory course will ensure you get the most from your new iMac. Adult Education Centre $90 Friday: 26 August 10.00am - 3.30pm Marcus Swanson (1 session)

iPad Essentials

Learn to use your iPad and all its core apps Adult Education Centre $370 Friday: 29 July, 5 & 12 Aug. 9.30am - 4.00pm in this practical hands-on workshop. Please bring your charged iPad with you.

Helen O’Shea (3 sessions) Adult Education Centre $50 MS Excel Thursday: 28 July 7.00 - 9.15pm This one day beginners' course aims to Jessica Bee (1 session) give participants, new to spreadsheets, a thorough grounding in the basics of creatInterested in joining our computer ing and working with spreadsheets using teaching team? email your CV to Microsoft Excel 2013. fiona@cityeastcc.com.au Adult Education Centre $100 Friday: 19 August 9.30am - 3.45pm e-Commerce Helen O’Shea (1 session)

MS Excel Advanced

This course is designed for current Microsoft Excel 2013 users who wish to extend their knowledge and skills beyond building To be eligible you must be: simple workbooks and learn how to create • an Australian citizen, permanent resident more productive workbooks. or humanitarian visa holder, or New Adult Education Centre $100 Zealand citizen, and Friday: 26 August 9.30am - 3.45pm • aged 15 years or older Helen O’Shea (1 session) • not at school*, and living or working in NSW and you fall into one of the following categories: • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Friday: 2 September 9.30am - 3.45pm Helen O’Shea (1 session)

One Day Wonders Time poor, but information hungry?

Get all your information in one engaging day.

7 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Blogging for Beginners NEW Using the free software WordPress, learn to create a simple blog for personal or business use. Choose a theme, add new content and easily manage and maintain your blog.

Adult Education Centre $100 Thursday: 11 & 18 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Jessica Bee (2 sessions) Adult Education Centre $100 Friday: 2 September 10.00am - 2.30pm Jessica Bee (1 session)

Ebay Selling Learn how to establish and build your business on eBay. Adult Education Centre $90 Thursday: 11 August 10.00am - 2.00pm Jessica Bee (1 session)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

e-Commerce continued

Setting Up a Basic Web Site For Beginners NEW

Health + Fitness

Using the free software WordPress, learn to create a simple website for personal or business use. By creating a website from the ground up you will also learn how to easily manage and maintain your website.

Rowing Learn the ultimate team activity of rowing on Sydney’s glorious harbour.

For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au

Facebook

Learn all the fundamental principles of sailing as you enjoy a weekend on Sydney Harbour. Includes IYT logbook.

Sydney By Sail, Darling Harbour $595 Sat. & Sun: 24 & 25 September 10.00am - 4.00pm Ed Penn (2 sessions)

Adult Education Centre $100 Friday: 5 August 10.00am - 2.30pm Jessica Bee (1 session)

Tech Savvy Seniors (60+)

Introduction to Yachting

If you have any questions about how your physical or medical condition could affect your participation in a fitness or dance course please seek advice from your medical practitioner before enroling.

Dance

Learn how to join and use Facebook. Covers Belly Dance the basics of creating posts, uploading pho- Improve your fitness and have fun while learning this centuries old dance form. tos, and maintaining your privacy settings.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $160 Adult Education Centre $20 from Wednesday 27 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Friday: 22 July 10.00am - 2.00pm Giselle Courtney (8 sessions) Jessica Bee (1 session)

Sydney Boys’ Rowing Club $285 from Sunday 31 July 7.00 - 9.00am Ross Bowey (6 sessions)

Fitness

Aerial Arts: an Introduction Explore the aerial arts as you experience static trapeze, silks and aerial hoop.

Sydney Trapeze School $195 from Tuesday 19 July 8.00 - 9.00pm (5 sessions) Sydney Trapeze School $195 from Tuesday 23 August 8.00 - 9.00pm (5 sessions)

Boxing for Fitness Use boxing techniques to improve strength, co-ordination and agility.

St. Patrick’s Hall $160 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Sheena Chew (8 sessions)

Fencing: Sabre

Internet & Online Shopping

Irish Dancing

Stay safe when you bank or shop online.

Journey to the old country as you learn Irish dance steps to have you dancing jig, reel, hornpipe and Ceili dances.

Sabre Fencing is a safe but thrilling combat sport that fosters physical fitness, personal discipline, and intellectual adaptability.

EJ Ward Community Centre, Paddington $120 from Tuesday 26 July 6.00 - 7.00pm Moira Callanan (8 sessions)

Sydney Sabre Centre, Stanmore $235 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 7.30pm Frances Chow (11 sessions)

Social Dancing

A high energy workout that accommodates all levels of fitness and hooping skills.

Adult Education Centre $20 Friday: 29 July 10.00am - 2.00pm Marcus Swanson (1 session)

iPad Essentials Learn to use your iPad and all its core apps in this practical hands-on workshop. Please bring your charged iPad with you.

Adult Education Centre $20 Thursday: 4 August 10.00am - 2.00pm Jessica Bee (1 session)

Understanding Your Mac Learn to organise your computer, personalise your desktop and understand keyboard functions and shortcuts.

Adult Education Centre $20 Friday: 19 August 10.00am - 2.00pm Marcus Swanson (1 session)

Understanding Your PC Gain the skills and knowledge to operate your computer safely.

Randwick Girls’ High School $20 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Helen O’Shea (4 sessions)

Tech Savvy Seniors (60+) is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and is funded through a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra.

Learn the basic steps and techniques of five essential social dances.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $160 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Angie Hughes (8 sessions)

Swing/Rock & Roll Dance Re-live the 40s and 50s, experience the sound of swing and the excitement of rock & roll and jive.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 from Monday 25 July 8.00 - 9.00pm Angie Hughes (8 sessions)

Boating

Introduction to Sailing Be part of the crew and learn sailing basics as you view Sydney by sailboat.

Sydney By Sail, Darling Harbour $175 Saturday: 10 September 1.00 - 4.00pm Ed Penn (1 session)

8 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Hula Hoop Bondi Public School $160 from Monday 25 July 8.00 - 9.30pm Bunny Hoop Star (8 sessions) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $140 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Bunny Hoop Star (7 sessions)

Hula Hoop: Intermediate NEW Develop your very own hoop dance as you integrate technique, style and inspired movement.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $95 from Tuesday 26 July 8.00 - 9.00pm Bunny Hoop Star (7 sessions)

Kickboxing: Cardio Improve your mobility, balance and fitness.

Gain strength, body tone and basic self-defence skills.

Coogee Public School $160 from Thursday 28 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Sheena Chew (8 sessions)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Running

Tai Chi: Intermediate

Swimming: Stroke correction

For both the novice or marathon runner.

Our accredited coach will improve your performance and time.

Refine your movement and deepen your understanding of the Tai Chi Chen form.

Improve your freestyle and backstroke. Must be able to swim 100 meters.

Randwick Girls’ High School $105 from Monday 25 July 8.00 - 9.00pm Damir Tenodi (8 sessions)

NCIE, George St Redfern $125 (8 sessions) from Tuesday 26 July 8.00 - 8.30am from Tuesday 26 July 6.00 - 6.30pm from Thursday 28 July 7.00 - 7.30am from Thursday 28 July 6.00 - 6.30pm

Adult Education Centre $132 from Tuesday 23 August 6.30 - 8.30pm Wayne Morgan (4 sessions)

Stretch & Tone Improve muscle tone and flexibility as you strengthen and stimulate your body.

Randwick Girls’ High School $160 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Sophie Moffitt (8 sessions)

Trapeze Skills Ever wondered what it feels like to fly?

Learn the trapeze in a safe, supportive environment.

Sydney Trapeze School $240 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Frank Taylor (4 sessions) Sydney Trapeze School $240 from Tuesday 23 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Frank Taylor (4 sessions)

Swimming

Aqua Fit Get fit using water for resistance, increasing strength and fitness. Aqua Fit is a low impact, high intensity exercise.

NCIE, George St Redfern $96 (8 sessions) from Saturday 23 July 10.15 - 11.00am from Monday 25 July 6.00 - 6.45pm from Thursday 28 July 6.00 - 6.45pm

Swimming Intensive: Beginners Learn to swim in this intensive course designed to get you comfortable in the water.

NCIE, George St Redfern $72 (5 sessions) Monday to Friday 7.30 - 8.00am Monday to Friday 10.30 - 11.00am Mind + Body July: 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15 Acupressure Monday to Friday 6.00 - 6.30pm Use Acupressure to alleviate simple aliments. July: 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15 Explore Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $210 Saturday: 13 & 20 August 9.30 - 3.00pm Oliver Lejus (2 sessions)

Alexander Technique Avoid unnecessary tension by re-educating yourself in the way you use your body.

Adult Education Centre $105 Wed: 10, 17 & 24 Aug. 6.30 - 9.00pm Lyn Cohen (3 sessions)

Mindfulness Meditation Develop a great life skill – how to relax, de-stress and mentally unwind anywhere.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $140 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Pamela Azar (5 sessions) Coogee Public School $140 from Wednesday 17 Aug. 7.00 - 8.30pm Pamela Azar (5 sessions)

Swedish/Remedial Massage Tone, stimulate and strengthen the body with this practical, restorative therapy.

Randwick Girls’ High School $160 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Wayne Morgan (4 sessions)

Tai Chi: Beginners Maintain balance and a sense of calm through an ancient series of controlled movements.

Randwick Girls’ High School $160 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Damir Tenodi (8 sessions) Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $140 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 8.30pm Jesse Russell-Williams (7 sessions)

Swimming: Learn to Swim Beginners

Ideal for non-swimmers. Gain confidence as you learn basic swimming skills.

NCIE, George St Redfern $140 (9 sessions) from Tuesday 26 July 7.30 - 8.00am from Tuesday 26 July 5.30 - 6.00pm from Thursday 28 July 8.00 - 8.30am from Thursday 28 July 6.00 - 6.30pm

Swimming Intensive: Intermediate Develop your breathing, stroke and kicking skills in our intensive one week course.

NCIE, George St Redfern $72 (5 sessions) Monday to Friday 7.00 - 7.30am Monday to Friday 8.00 - 8.30am Monday to Friday 10.30 - 11.00am July: 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15 Monday to Friday 5.30 - 6.00pm Monday to Friday 6.00 - 6.30pm July: 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15

Swimming: Learn to Swim Intermediate Improve your technique. The emphasis in this course is on breathing and stroke skills.

NCIE, George St Redfern $140 (9 sessions) from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 7.30am from Tuesday 26 July 10.30 - 11.00am from Tuesday 26 July 5.30 - 6.00pm from Thursday 28 July 7.30 - 8.00am from Thursday 28 July 5.30 - 6.00pm

9 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Swimming: Squad Training Participants need to be able to swim 100 meters in 2 minutes 30 seconds.

NCIE, George St Redfern $136 Tuesday & Thursday 7.00 - 8.00am from 26 July (18 sessions)

Tennis

Tennis: Beginners 1 For those with no playing experience, or casual players with no previous coaching.

Sydney Girls’ High School $192 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 8.00pm Helen Goritsas (8 sessions)

Tennis: Beginners 2 For those who have completed a term of coaching and are able to rally and serve.

Sydney Girls’ High School $192 from Monday 25 July 8.00 - 9.00pm Helen Goritsas (8 sessions)

Tennis: Intermediate For those who already play tennis, but need to improve their technique and consistency.

Sydney Girls’ High School $192 from Monday 25 July 6.00 - 7.00pm Helen Goritsas (8 sessions)

Yoga + Pilates

Back Care Yoga NEW Get to know your body better with classical yoga postures that are modified to accommodate moderate back issues.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $160 from Wednesday 27 July 7.00 - 8.30pm Daniela Koios (8 sessions)

Pilates Floor Exercises Strengthen and recondition your body.

Improve poise, body shape and posture.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $135 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 7.45pm Annie Bell (8 sessions) from Monday 25 July 7.45 - 9.00pm Annie Bell (8 sessions) Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $135 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 7.45pm Kim Gerber (8 sessions) from Tuesday 26 July 7.45 - 9.00pm Kim Gerber (8 sessions) Coogee Public School $135 from Wednesday 27 July 6.30 - 7.45pm Ian Wing (8 sessions) from Wednesday 27 July 7.45 - 9.00pm Ian Wing (8 sessions)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Yoga continued

Yoga Improve body strength, breathing and concentration and develop better posture.

Bondi Public School $160 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Izabela Brzezinka (8 sessions) Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $160 from Tuesday 26 July 7.30 - 9.00pm Connie McNamee (8 sessions) Coogee Public School $160 from Wednesday 27 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Izabela Brzezinka (8 sessions)

Yoga/Deep Relaxation Enhance your life by experiencing an inner sense of well being, peace and harmony.

Coogee Public School $210 from Thursday 28 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Connie McNamee (8 sessions)

Languages + Communication

The Art of Small Talk

Italian: 1

There is nothing small about small talk.

Discover the skills of great conversationalists.

Adult Education Centre $420 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Davide Coaro (16 sessions)

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $99 Saturday: 30 July 9.30am - 3.30pm Maud Vanhoutte (1 session)

Italian: 2

Creative Writing

Creative Writing Learn how to develop and write fiction in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $210 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Anna Carmody (8 sessions)

Pitching to a Publisher Give your work its best chance of getting published by learning tricks of the trade from an author of 68 published books.

Adult Education Centre $98 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Patricia Bernard (1 session)

Write Your Own Story

One Day Wonders Communication

Assertive Communication

Understand body language to improve your communications skills and relationships.

Adult Education Centre $99 Saturday: 23 July 9.30am - 3.30pm Maud Vanhoutte (1 session)

Public Speaking Gain skills for formal or impromptu speech making and get your message across.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $210 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Camille Knudsen (8 sessions) Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $210 Saturday: 13 & 20 Aug. 9.30am - 3.30pm Camille Knudsen (2 sessions)

Adult Education Centre $420 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Nancy Ho (16 sessions)

Portuguese: 1 Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $420 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Sandra Santos (16 sessions)

Sign Language for Beginners (Auslan) Sign Language offers students the unique and fun experience of communicating visually using Auslan (Australian Sign Language), the native language of the Australian Deaf community.

Randwick Girls’ High School $190 from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.30pm Deaf Society of NSW (7 sessions)

Adult Education Centre $98 Saturday: 20 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Pat Cranney (1 session)

Sign Language (Auslan) 2 Expand your Auslan vocabulary and visual-gestural communication abilities. A continuing course led by a deaf teacher.

Randwick Girls’ High School $190 Even the best writers stumble when it comes to intimate matters. Learn to balance from Monday 25 July 6.30 - 8.30pm Deaf Society of NSW (7 sessions) passion with plot, perspective and pace.

Adult Education Centre $98 Saturday: 27 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Karen Lane (1 session)

Languages

Spanish: 1 Randwick Girls’ High School $420 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Judith Nino (16 sessions)

Thai: 1

Randwick Girls’ High School $420 1 Beginners: For students with no prior knowledge of the language. Courses consist from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Ploy Chiangmai (16 sessions) of 32 hours of teaching time (16 classes over 2 terms).

Communicate with confidence and compassion in all facets of your life.

2 Intermediate: A continuation from our beginners course. These courses are suitAdult Education Centre $210 able for people who have completed our from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm beginner level courses or who have a basic Michelle Brenner (8 sessions) understanding of the language.

Body Language & Communication

Mandarin:1

Everyone has a story to tell. Learn about the autobiographical process as you start to tell yours.

Writing About Sex For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au

Adult Education Centre $420 from Monday 25 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Davide Coaro (16 sessions)

French: 1 Coogee Public School $420 from Wednesday 27 July 7.00 - 9.00pm (16 sessions)

German: 1 Adult Education Centre $420 from Wednesday 27 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Katharina Rentschler (16 sessions)

Indonesian: 1 Randwick Girls’ High School $420 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Meyke Haruman (16 sessions)

10 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Discounts for Seniors If you are a Seniors' Card holder or you are 60+ you are entitled to enrol in any of our exciting courses for $30 less than the advertised price*. If you want to know more about applying for a Seniors' Card go to www.seniorscard.com.au

College Membership Join City East Community College as a member and support our vital, not-forprofit adult education community. Your annual contribution of $10 will help us maintain our extensive range of programs and introduce new and exciting courses.

To find out more and to join go to: www.cityeastcc.com.au and click on ‘membership’.

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Lifestyle

For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au Food courses are subject to a levy to cover food supplied, unless indicated by: Materials Included in Course Fee

Cooking Essentials

Thai Cookery

Take control in your kitchen with the basic skills that make all the difference in every recipe.

Create authentic, tasty, spicy dishes with the minimum of effort using authentic Thai recipes.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $115 Saturday: 6 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Cristina Ferraris (1 session)

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 from Tuesday 26 July 6.45 - 9.00pm Pandavee Anna Saunders (4 sessions)

Italian Regional Cookery

Turkish Cookery

Let your passion for Italian cuisine take you on a culinary tour of Italy’s countryside.

Learn authentic Turkish recipes and discover the richness of Turkish culture and cuisine.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 from Wednesday 24 August 6.45 - 9.00pm Cristina Ferraris (4 sessions)

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 from Monday 25 July 6.45 - 9.00pm Emsal Kamerakkas (4 sessions)

Japanese Cookery

Vietnamese Cookery

Refined and elegant, Japanese cuisine has Take a culinary journey to Vietnam and use been honed over the centuries to beautifully fresh ingredients to create authentic meals. present pure and delicate flavours.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 from Monday 22 August 6.45 - 9.00pm Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 Co Nguyen (4 sessions) from Tuesday 23 August 6.45 - 9.00pm Ritsuko Chuter (4 sessions)

Latin Vegetarian Cooking Cake Decoration

Cake Decoration

Take a culinary journey from Spain to the new world as you create delicious, authentic vegetarian meals with a Latin flavour.

Ensure your next cake is stunning as you make a variety of sugar flowers, buds and leaves using flower paste (gumpaste).

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $175 from Tuesday 23 August 6.45 - 9.00pm Lorena Uriarte (4 sessions)

Randwick Girls’ High School $245 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Linda Perrins (7 sessions)

Mediterranean Cookery NEW

Car Maintenance

Car Maintenance Identify and fix simple problems with your car before they become costly headaches.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $210 Sat: 30 July & 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Samir Dahoud (2 sessions)

Food

Artisan & Sourdough Bread NEW

Take a journey around the Mediterranean as you learn how to create delicious and healthy meals.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $175 from Wednesday 27 July 6.45 - 9.00pm Cristina Ferraris (4 sessions)

Picnic Food NEW Get ready for spring picnics with baked goods perfect for the basket and beach.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $115 Tues: 30 Aug, 6 & 13 Sept. 6.30 - 9.00pm Bridget Marx (3 sessions)

Plant Based Cuisine NEW

Can’t resist the smell of freshly baked bread? Then try making your own.

Create exquisite meals using plants and wholefoods, and no animal products, without compromising on flavour.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $115 Saturday: 20 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Brigit Marx (1 session)

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $175 from Tuesday 26 July 6.45 - 9.00pm Lorena Uriarte (4 sessions)

Baking with Chocolate

Seafood Cookery

Get decadent as you make a chocolate short crust pastry, chocolate ganache tarts, rich chocolate cake and more

Learn how to confidently select, prepare, cook and present fish and other seafood.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $115 Saturday: 30 July 10.00am - 3.00pm Brigit Marx (1 session)

Choux Pastry & Croquembouche Choux puffs, eclairs and profiteroles are impressive desserts. Learn to make this delicate pastry, complete with fillings.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $115 Saturday: 13 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Brigit Marx (1 session)

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $115 Saturday: 13 August 10.00am - 3.00pm Phil Strasser (1 session)

Tea Appreciation & Blending NEW Delve into the complex world of tea as you learn how to taste and brew premium teas.

Then make your bespoke blend.

Adult Education Centre $95 Saturday: 13 August 10.00am - 2.00pm Liliana Algorry (1 session)

11 www.cityeastcc.com.au for complete details and to enrol.

Winter Pies & Tarts NEW

Winter pies warm the home, heart and stomach. Learn to make and share savoury and sweet versions.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $170 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 9.00pm Brigit Marx (3 sessions)

Games

Bridge Discover the world’s most popular card game: easy to learn, hard to master and utterly addictive.

Easts Leagues Club, Bondi Junction $60 from Tuesday 18 October 1.00 - 3.00pm Nick Hughes (6 sessions)

Croquet Croquet has taxed the minds of players on lawns around the world since 1856. Put yourself to the test.

Coogee Croquet Club $50 from Monday 1 August 10.00am - 12.00pm (4 sessions)

Hair, Skin + Personal Image

Bathroom Chemistry Make luxurious, sulfate and paraben free shampoos, conditioners and body washes.

Adult Education Centre $170 Saturday: 13 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session)

Natural Skincare: Facial Cream & Lotion For those committed to looking after their face with the purest natural ingredients.

Adult Education Centre $170 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session) Adult Education Centre $170 Sunday: 4 September 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session)

Enquiries 02 9387 7400

Hair, Skin + Personal Image

Horse Riding 2

Sustainability

Making Lip Gloss & Lipsticks

For riders who have completed Horse Riding FREE COURSES 1 or who are confident at walk and rising Go to: www.cityeastcc.com.au trot.

From luscious glosses to siren lipsticks, learn how to make bespoke lip products using premium, natural ingredients.

MP Stables, Orangeville $200 (1 session) Sunday: 7 August 10.00am - 4.00pm Sunday: 4 September 10.00am - 4.00pm

Adult Education Centre $170 Saturday: 27 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session)

Making Mineral Make–Up Match your skin tone as you make ten essential mineral make-up products to take home.

Adult Education Centre $170 Sunday: 28 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session)

Perfume Making Dive into the world of perfume making as you create your own bespoke fragrance.

Adult Education Centre $120 Monday: 5 September 6.30 - 9.30pm Rebecca Akhyani (1 session)

Soap Making Learn how easy it is to make soap from oils, scents and other natural products.

Adult Education Centre $145 Sunday: 7 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Marlene Daniels (1 session)

Story of Scent (Perfume Appreciation) Discover the rich history of fragrance as you learn to hone your sense of smell and become an informed consumer of scent.

Adult Education Centre $170 from Monday 1 August 7.00 - 9.00pm Catherine du Peloux Menage (5 sessions)

Home + Interiors

Colour Theory Learn about colour theory, colour trends, colour mixing and how to use colour across art forms.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $105 Saturday: 20 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Helga Nilson (1 session)

Interior Decorating Gain a wider knowledge of decorating possibilities and confidently approach design projects.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $105 Saturday: 13 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Helga Nilsen (1 session)

Horse Riding

Horse Riding 1 Learn how to ride safely and with confidence.

MP Stables, Orangeville $200 (1 session) Sunday: 7 August 10.00am - 4.00pm Sunday: 4 September 10.00am - 4.00pm

and enrol in your free course now. Places are limited.

Personal Development

Assertive Communication Communicate with confidence and compassion in all facets of your life.

Adult Education Centre $210 from Tuesday 26 July 7.00 - 9.00pm Michelle Brenner (8 sessions)

Building Resilience Equip yourself with a repertoire of strategies to build and maintain resilience.

Alexandria Pk CS, Jr Campus $105 Saturday: 6 August 9.30am - 3.30pm Alison Cullen (1 session)

Mindfulness Meditation Develop a great life skill – to be able to relax, de-stress and mentally unwind, anywhere. A kind of mental tea-break.

Rose Bay SC, Dover Heights $140 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 8.00pm Pamela Azar (5 sessions) Coogee Public School $140 from Wednesday 17 Aug. 7.00 - 8.30pm Pamela Azar (5 sessions)

Mental Health Educational Program

3-Council Ecological Footprint Program www.reduceyourfootprint.com.au

Backyard Chooks Learn everything needed to keep legal and healthy backyard chooks.

Randwick Community Centre free Wednesday: 3 August 10.00am - 1.00pm Randwick Council (1 session)

Bike Maintenance Learn how to maintain and care for your bicycle with this beginners’ course.

Randwick Community Centre free Saturday: 16 July 1.30 - 4.30pm Saturday: 20 August 1.30 - 4.30pm The South Eastern Sydney Recovery College Saturday: 17 September 1.30 - 4.30pm is a new educational service for people Randwick Council (1 session) living in the South Eastern Sydney Local Mill Hill Centre, Bondi Junction free Health District catchment area who have Wednesday: 7 September 6.00 - 8.00pm mental health conditions, their families Waverley Council (1 session) and friends.

Bondi Pavillion free The program aims to promote wellbeing Saturday: 27 August 10.30am - 1.30pm and recovery by providing learning opportu- Waverley Council (1 session) nities for people to become experts in their Changeology Special mental health self-care and achieve their goals and aspirations.

A crash course in change making for anyone with a hankering to make a difference.

Courses are run in partnership with the City East Community College. All courses Randwick Community Centre free are jointly developed and facilitated by a Saturday: 3 & 10 Sept. 10.00am - 3.30pm peer educator with lived experience of Randwick Council (2 sessions) mental health issues and a clinical educator.

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Creating a Permaculture Orchard Be inspired to create your own food forest in your home or community garden.

Randwick Community Centre free from Friday 12 August 9.30am - 1.00pm Randwick Council (7 sessions)

Gardening on the Wild Side Mimic nature and use low maintenance gardening techniques to attract beneficial insects and other wildlife to your garden.

Randwick Community Centre free from Saturday 20 Aug. 10.00am - 1.00pm Randwick Council (6 sessions)

Urban Bee Keeping Explore the differences between exotic and native bees and everything you need to know about beekeeping.

Randwick Community Centre free Wednesday: 7 Sept. 10.00am - 1.00pm Randwick Council (1 session)

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ADULT MIGRANT ENGLISH PROGRAM The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) is an Australian Government program, designed to help adult migrants learn English and settle successfully in Australia. If you have arrived in Australia in the last 5 years you may have an entitlement of up to 510 hours of tuition.

AMEP FLEXIBLE LEARNING OPTIONS AT CITY EAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE Choose one learning option, or a combination of the following, to meet your settlement needs and goals.

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PATHWAYS TO WORK An extra 200 hours may be available to help you find work in Australia. Courses include work experience, job seeking skills and individual support. Choose from office skills, business administatration, child care, aged care and more. Free childcare is provided.

All our teachers have post-graduate qualifications in teaching English. FREE CHILDCARE *conditions apply The Adult Migrant English Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education & Training. City East Community College delivers AMEP as part of the Navitas Consortium, in partnership with Navitas English, KU Children’s Services, Mission Australia and Macquarie Community College.

SEE SKILLS FOR EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program provides up to 800 hours of free accredited training in language, literacy, numeracy and technology skills.

If you are between 15 and 64 years old and registered as a job seeker, you may be eligible. To access this program you will need to be referred by Centrelink or your Job active provider.

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ENGLISH CONVERSATION AND PRONUNCIATION Develop your understanding of Australian pronunciation and gain skills to improve your spoken English.

Randwick Girls’ High School $180 from Tuesday 26 July 6.30 - 8.30pm (8 sessions) Adult Education Centre $180 from Thursday 28 July 2.30 - 4.30pm (8 sessions)

IELTS PREPARATION This course is designed for students aiming for a 5.5 IELTS score and above.

AMEP Centre, L2/97 Grafton St $320 from Monday 25 July 5.45 - 9.00pm (8 sessions)

BOOK FOR AN ENGLISH ASSESSMENT To attend any of these courses you will need to make an appointment for an assessment of your English level so we can find the best class for you.

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GENERAL ENGLISH (PRE-INTERMEDIATE AND INTERMEDIATE) This course covers listening, speaking, reading and writing skills using 10363NAT Certificate II in Spoken and Written English or 10364NAT Certificate III in Spoken and Written English.

AMEP Centre, L2/97 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction Monday & Wednesday $600/$50 subsidised fee from Monday 18 July 5.45 - 9.00pm (20 sessions/60 hours) Certificate II or Certificate III

ENGLISH IN THE COMMUNITY We offer beginner and intermediate level English courses at subsided rates in Maroubra and Green Square. These courses cover listening, speaking, reading and writing skills from 10362NAT Certificate I in Spoken and Written English or 10363NAT Certificate II in Spoken and Written English.

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Courses A to Z For complete details and to enrol go to www.cityeastcc.com.au ARTS pages 4 & 5 Acting for Camera Alterations Made Easy Art Attack Blacksmith Fundamentals NEW Coastal Photography Colour Theory Composition in Photography Crochet Beginners Crochet Motifs NEW Drama & Improv NEW Drawing & Painting Experimental Art Fabric Cushions Fashion Illustration & Design Floral Art Fundamentals Furniture Restoration Guitar Harmonica Jazz Guitar Knife Making NEW Metal Work for Sculpture NEW Mosaics Patchwork Blocks NEW Photography Fundamentals Photography: Cityscapes Photography: Natural Portraiture Piano Quilting NEW Sewing: Made Easy Sewing Machine Skills Sewing: Simple Skirts Screen Printing Sculpture Shibori Fabric Dyeing Silver Jewellery: Beginners Silver Jewellery: Earrings Silver Jewellery: Ring in a Day Silver Jewellery: Wax Carving & Casting Singing: Beginners Stand Up Comedy Stone Setting Rings NEW Torch Fired Enamelling Ukulele Watercolour Painting BUSINESS page 6 Accounting for Non-Accountants Bookkeeping Basics Build your Own Brand NEW Business Storytelling Buying Your First Home Crowd Funding Developing a Business Plan Event Management Basics Facebook Marketing NEW Fundraising & Sponsorship Governance & Board Management Instagram for Business NEW Investing in Real Estate Linked In NEW Opening a B&B in the Shared Economy Enquiries 02 9387 7400

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Bondi Ice Rink Don’t try to hide it – you love ice-skating as much as the next person, even if you are constantly falling on your bum. Running until July 17, the Bondi Ice Rink is an awesome spot to skate and chill.

For more information, please visit www.bondiwintermagic.org.au.

Federal Election Yes, we know it’s a pain, but voting is not just a right, it’s a civic responsibility. Get down to your nearest polling booth, grab yourself a sausage sanga from the stall that’s sure to be there, and exercise your sovereignty. No excuses, unless the surf 's good!

NAIDOC Week From July 3–10, it’s National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee Week. All across the nation there are going to be festivities and activities that celebrate Indigenous history, achievements and culture. Please visit www.naidoc.org.au.

Food Addicts Anonymous Are you having a hard time controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) meetings are held every Friday at 10am at the Salvation Army Hall, Boyce Road, Maroubra. For more info, call 0410 566 724 or visit www.foodaddicts.org.

Aboriginal Art Talk at the MCA As part of the wonderful week that is NAIDOC Week, the MCA will today be hosting ‘In Conversation: Telling Stories Through Ceremony and Art’, a talk with three amazing artists from Warmun, WA. It’s free, but please RSVP at www.tickets.mca.com.au.

Genext Youth Festival Got a 12–18 year-old kid who needs a place to explore their inner hipster? Look no further. Genext is an after-hours, festival style event connecting young people with contemporary art and artists at the MCA today from 6–9pm.

We strongly recommend it.

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Ladyhawke at the OAF It’s a Friday night. Instead of getting drunk by yourself while watching Netflix, why not head to Oxford Art Factory and see Ladyhawke perform tracks from her new album, Wild Things? It’s her first album in five years and it’s a banger.

Tickets at moshtix.com.au.

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Patty Byrne Sports Lunch Today, the Coogee Dolphins Sports Club will be hosting its 16th annual Patty Byrne Sports Lunch, an awesome yearly event raising funds for the Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation. It’s on at the Clovelly Hotel and tickets are $110 from Moshtix.

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SCG Stadium Stomp Do you enjoy not being able to sit on the toilet without wincing in pain? If yes, we’ve got the perfect event for you. Head to the SCG today to get involved in the most epic stair climbing challenge of the year. To book your spot, please visit www.stadiumstomp.com.

Sydney Swans Vs Carlton Get down to Moore Park tonight to lend some support to this month’s cover star, Dane Rampe, and all of his fellow Swannies. It’s a scientific fact that AFL players are the hottest of all sportspeople – why deprive yourself ? Please visit www.sydneyswans.com.au.

Beach Breaks Carnival Head on down to Maroubra Beach between midday and 4:30pm today for the annual Beach Breaks Carnival, celebrating Maroubra’s vibrant surfing history. There will be surfing contests, market stalls, and more. For more info, please visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au.

The Internet at the Metro The Internet are currently smashing it on the international stage, bringing new meaning to R&B neo-soul music. For all you lady-fancying ladies out there, lead singer Syd tha Kyd is the hottest lez in the biz. To book a ticket, visit www.ticketek.com.au.

Barnardos Beach Bolt The second annual Barnardos Beach Bolt takes place today at Coogee and it’s certain to be a great event. The one-mile dash will put runners through their paces as they battle the hills and sand of Coogee in their quest for glory.

Visit www.beachbolt.com.au.

Fencing Troy Salvatico Jim’s Fencing Ph: 0405 543 530 Building Design Todd Maguire Design Solutions Ph: 0405 617 428

Rubbish Removal Dave Whiteley Dave's Rubbish Ph: 0401 296 069 Mechanic Jordan Hayman JH Automotive Ph: 0424 144 987 Plumber Matt Scott Surfside Plumbing Ph: 0450 391 734 BBQ Caterer Wardy Wardy & Sons Ph: 0414 293 396 Cleaner Sarah Callan Exec Home Office Ph: 0414 510 275 Plumber Luke Fletcher Pipe Up Plumbing Ph: 0431 638 558 Locksmith Bradley Rope SOS Locksmiths Ph: 0498 767 767 Electrician Adrian Langen Langen Electrical Ph: 0400 006 008 Arborist Jeff Hunt Prompt Trees Ph: 0412 280 338 Handyman Cristian The Handyman Ph: 0467 484 459

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Taking the Lead

Dane Rampe

Interview Madeleine Gray & Dan Hutton Photography Grant Brooks & AFL Photos Where are you originally from?

I grew up in Clovelly. I've been there my whole life until about 18 months ago when I moved to Bondi. Mum and Dad have still got their home on Burnie Street in Clovelly and it's what I've always grown up with.

I believe you went to St. Anthony's Primary School: would you like to take this opportunity to give a shout out to any of your old teachers? Yeah, I will give one shout out to Wilma Humphries.

She's a big Swans fan and she comes up and gives me a hug every game. She was my year 2 teacher and it's always good to see her every now and then.

What do you love about the Eastern Suburbs? I think just the environment. It's pretty relaxing.

I spent a couple years in Melbourne after school and I missed little things like being able to walk around with no shoes on. I bodyboarded growing up too, so I missed the surf in Melbourne.

When I was a kid I was on one of those little grommets down at Tamarama. I wish I'd been a little bit better at surfing, but it is what it is. There are a few pretty keen surfers at the Swans, like Zak Jones and Luke Parker. I tried to get Dan Hannebery out, but he's not good in the water.

What are some of your favourite Eastern Suburbs haunts? In Clovelly, my go-to is Out of the Blue.

Any time a mate who is not from the area comes over to visit me, that's the first place I take them. I do like to mix it up with my ordering. Generally the merguez and the chicken burger are my two favourites. I think the best thing about

the place, though, is that the small serve of chips is actually pretty large. That’s a hot tip for you.

What gets your goat about the Eastern Suburbs? I think the crowds on the weekends, but I'm lucky that generally I'm away playing for the Swans or I'm preparing for a game. I get to enjoy being home and down at Bondi during the week when it's much less crowded and just a little more of an easy pace.

I felt like my time had passed after that 2009 draft. It was a bittersweet thing for me because I was only down there for one thing, and that was to get drafted.

Are you living with other Swans boys in Bondi? No, I'm living with my mate who I used to play footy with. He's from Perth and we're just good mates. I think it was important for me to have a housemate who is not footy related so I can just switch off when I get home and not have to think about work.

When did you start playing AFL? I started when I was in year 7. It was just more of a way of keeping up to date with a friend from primary school. With school commitments at Newington College, I had to stop for a couple years, and then I took it up again seriously when I was 17 and decided that I wanted to have a real crack at getting drafted. That's why I went to Melbourne after school finished, to get that development there.

How was your Melbourne experience? I went down there to play in the VFL with Williamstown and hopefully get scouted, which was the only way to do it back then. I did two pre-seasons with the Western Bulldogs and in 2009 I was told that I was going to be picked up. It wasn't until I was looking through the draft on Twitter, as you did back then, that I saw that my name hadn't popped up, so it was quite a big kick in the guts.

I did play in a grand final with Williamstown in 2011, but we played against an undefeated Port Melbourne team and they flogged us. I felt like I was just making up the numbers in that team and I wasn't really setting the world on fire in any way, especially when it came to getting drafted or even noticed. I felt like my time had passed after that 2009 draft. It was a bittersweet thing for me because I was only down there for one thing, and that was to get drafted.

Being a role player in a VFL team wasn't really what I was hoping for.

After you returned home you played a season at the UNSW/ Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs, won a flag, then got picked up in the draft by the Swans; you must be glad you bided your time and kept having a crack? Yeah, definitely.

One of the bigger lessons I've learned in life is that timing is everything. In Melbourne, I felt so far away from where I wanted to be. I think it's what set me up for a good career now. When the Swans came knocking, offering me a pre-season, I wasn’t sure whether I could go through it mentally again. I didn't want to be teased again into thinking I might have another shot. I guess the support of my parents was the big difference.

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I had my support networks here.

Things like my mum’s cooking and just that little bit of TLC when you get home and walk in the door.

You got picked up in the draft by the Swans at the start of the 2013 season; what's it like sitting through the draft process? It was stressful. I didn't want to be in front of the boys when the draft was announced. I just wanted to be by myself, because it would have been pretty embarrassing if my name didn’t pop up again, like it didn’t down in Melbourne.

I just walked over to Fox Studios and I kept refreshing my Twitter feed. The Swans had used up four of their five picks I think and my name still hadn't popped up.

Finally, at pick 37, I saw my name and it was more a sense of relief than anything. It was liberation, I guess. I just felt like finally I’d done it, because I knew that once I got on to the list I would have a fair shot. I always believed that I could play, but even today I feel like the hardest thing is actually getting drafted.

To see the way it affected them was really heartbreaking, because these are my mates. To see them being treated that way was utterly disgusting.

Were you a Swans supporter growing up? Yeah, massive. When I first got here I was pretty excited because I felt like I knew the boys because I'd been watching them for so many years. It was pretty surreal. The good thing about the boys is they just welcome you with open arms as soon as you get on the track and they embrace you like you're one of them, and you just go from there.

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the enjoyment for it. It just became way too serious. I'd been playing from when I was six years old up until 14 or 15. Juggling that with footy and everything else on the side was too much, but it did bring me to the AFL. If you weren't a professional athlete, what would you be doing?

I'm not too sure. Before I was drafted I was planning on taking a lot of time off to go travelling, which I kind of missed out on. I can't imagine myself in a suit and tie going into work. I like to think I'd be working for myself, running my own show. That's how I tend to do things.

Are you studying at the moment?

Yeah, I'm doing Anthropology at Sydney Uni, which is the study of humans and cultures. I'd like to think that if I could travel around and spend little bits of time in different places, learning about cultures and people, that'd be pretty cool.

In 2013 you were awarded the AFL’s Rising Star Award and you’ve continued to improve as a player; what part of your game do you think you still need to work on? I like to think I'm working on every part of my game. I guess for me, all I want to do is maximise my potential on and off the field.

I think a club like this one really gives me a good platform to do that. This year I've been elected to the Swans leadership team, and I'd like to think I've stepped up in that area. I think the most important thing is just to share my experience with some of the younger guys at the club, because we do have a lot of really good young players coming through and they could be frustrated at not getting any games because we are at such a bloody good club. I’ve been through that and know what it’s like. You need to be resilient, and it’s that resilience that's going to help you out on the ground.

What does being on the leadership team involve? There are eight

of us, and I think it's just about being a voice for the players, and being that connection between the coaches and the players. I like to think I lead by example first and foremost.

You've been quite outspoken about the need for racial equality and respect in the game, and you've become a strong advocate for the Swans’ Reconciliation Action Plan; can you tell us a bit about the plan and what it involves? The RAP, as we call it, is a program implemented by the Swans to help raise awareness and give education on racial issues, especially after what happened to Adam Goodes last year, and seeing how Goodesy and Lewis Jetta and Buddy Franklin were affected by all the booing and stuff. As much debate as there was about it, if those guys identified it as being racist, I think it's fair to say that that's what it was. To see the way it affected them was really heartbreaking, because these are my mates. To see them being treated that way was utterly disgusting.

I think part of me joining the RAP was just to get a non-Indigenous member of the playing group on the panel, for that little bit of diversity, but it's also my way of saying that I support the boys and I'm committed to making a stand against the inequities towards the Indigenous that are still rife in Australia.

What do you think of the state of racism in Australian sport?

What needs to change? I think we’re making headway, which is important. We're talking about it and that's a good start, but I still feel like there is a long way to go. You hear of incidences across grassroots level footy that are really disappointing. I think it needs to start with the language we use, and acknowledging that racist jokes and casual racism can’t be tolerated. We just need to take a stand on that and nip it in the bud right there, because language is where it starts and that filters through to children in the next generation.

Who are your closest mates at the Swans? I like to think I get on with all the boys, but I guess my closest mates are those with geographical convenience [laughs], so some of the Bondi boys like Tommy Derickx, Dan Hennebery, Josh Kennedy and Buddy Franklin.

I spend a lot of time with the defenders throughout the week in training and in the games too, and I’ve formed a really good bond with them over the years.

Who's the toughest opposition player to come up against in the AFL? I think Jack Riewoldt at the Richmond Tigers, just because he's that hybrid type of forward.

He's got good size, but he's also got good speed. He's really athletic and he's a competitor. He just never lets up. There’s just something about the Tigers, too. I think we've lost four of the last five against them. We can't work them out.

Who's the biggest pest on the team? Probably Gary Rohan.

Actually, definitely Gary Rohan, but if he keeps playing the way he has been, he can be as big a pest as he wants because he annoys the opposition defenders.

I think we've started well and we've brought in a bunch of new, young, exciting players, so I think that the future is exciting. We've still got a lot of work to do, though.

In your opinion, who is the best player in the AFL? Hands down, Buddy Franklin. I know he's my teammate, but I actually had the unfortunate pleasure of playing against him in my first year. He tore me up; he gave me a bath.

He's got that rare combination of brute strength and size, and then obviously agility and speed as well, so he's a bloody tough match-up.

Is it great having Buddy back in form? I think just seeing him happy is the main thing. That said, I’m not the best of kicks, so as long as I put the ball in Bud’s direction he generally does the rest.

It's good having him as a target out there.

Has the AFL got a good system in place to look after you guys if and when you go through a rough patch? Yeah, I like to think so. You can never have enough support.

The world is ruthless in terms of the AFL media, and the landscape, and even the social scene here. It really hurts you to see your mates going through what they're going through, and having to do it in the public eye. To see Buddy back playing footy, which is what he loves doing, and doing well, it's really good. It just makes playing footy that extra little bit more enjoyable.

Who are the up-and-comers at the Swans that we should we be looking out for? I'm going to throw one from left field and say the Irishman, Colin O'Riordan.

He’s played seven or eight games and he is an absolute animal.

He is a competitive beast and he hates being beaten. I remember someone on the opposition asking him what he's doing here and he genuinely looked like he was going to explode.

Do you have any advice for young players who want to crack a career in the AFL? Just make sure you keep enjoying what you're doing.

You can never underestimate how effective you can be when you're actually genuinely enjoying something. Down in Melbourne, during my time down there, I was really upset with how I was going.

It was translating on to the field.

There has to be more to life than a professional sport.

Do you have any role models in or out of the game? Adam Goodes.

I think he's a genuinely inspiring person. Obviously I got to experience what he did football-wise, and how he went about his craft

and his professionalism. The person he is off the field – to be able to juggle all those things, all those commitments, all those struggles – is pretty incredible. If you can look up to blokes like that I think that sets you in a good place to try to build your career, and to build yourself as a person off the field.

Is the moustache here to stay?

How long have you had it for now? I’ve had it for probably a couple years. I'm juggling the pros and cons of that. I'm not sure if I love it, but I don't want to get rid of it now because I don't want to field the questions that are going to come after I shave it off.

Do the chicks dig it? No. Do you support any charities?

I've just become an ambassador for Beyond Blue. It's going to involve doing talks on my experience, and raising awareness and providing education about depression.

Everyone has had someone close to them experience mental health issues. I think it's easy to sweep under the carpet, but it can be just as bad as a physical injury. It can be just as debilitating. I think we need to break that stigma, especially amongst young men. It is okay to seek help, and to have a chat about it.

Can the Swans bring the flag home again this year? I do like to think so, and it's definitely something that we can look forward to if we keep putting together the performances we have. I think we've started well and we've brought in a bunch of new, young, exciting players, so I think that the future is exciting. We've still got a lot of work to do, though.

In a perfect world, what does the future hold for Dane Rampe?

Hopefully a couple of premierships with the Swans. After that, just being in a position where I'm doing what it is that makes me happy, and putting whatever little profile I do have to good use. Fingers crossed I can do that.

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The early bird catches the... fish.

Winter Woollies and What to Fish For Words Dan Trotter Picture Alan Lloyd

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o be honest, I haven’t done as much fishing as I would’ve liked these last few months. With work, friend and family commitments at an all time high, I’ve struggled to pick weather windows that coincide with some free time to get out to do what I love best.

Sometimes it seems as though life takes on a pace all of its own at this time of the year. We’re nudging past the halfway mark, work commitments treble, we realise there are friends we haven’t seen since Christmas, and the days are short, which means finding time to get everything done and still go fishing becomes increasingly challenging.

Fear not, though, because we’re now on the right side of the shortest day of the year and the fishing this July should be sensational.

July and August are all about tuna for many men along the eastern seaboard, and Sydney will see its fair share of the fun too.

For at least the last five years there have been great runs of yellowfin

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and bluefin tuna wide off the coast.

It is the anticipation of this year’s run that helps many fishos get through the cold, windy weeks full of hard work.

While the ocean currents are the determining factor on whether the tuna will turn up, there’s a lot of finesse that goes into fishing for them too. I’ve always loved the lead-up to the full moon to take the run out wide to see what I can see, see, see.

A mid-morning start is perfect, rugged up in winter woollies with a boat full of tackle and mates, and pilchards for setting a cube trail for at least four hours. The tackle should’ve all been tested the night before, knots checked, hooks sharpened, spare leaders on standby and a selection of lures ready to go. Once you’re on the shelf, deploy the lures, listen to the radio and go in search of current lines, temperature changes and signs of life.

On home ground, winter is a time for bread and butter fishing.

Spinning for tailor and Australian salmon off the stones is a great way to catch a quick feed if the conditions allow it. Alternatively, watching a float bob about in the wash can make for some of the most hypnotic fishing around, and there’s nothing quite like the subtle take of a solid blackfish as the float disappears below the surface.

For boat-based anglers keen on a fish closer to shore than the tuna are feeding, it’s worth fishing for snapper on the hard inshore reefs and solid kingfish on the deeper grounds. If you love a feed of flathead, this is also a great time of year to head to your favourite offshore drifting ground and catch some lizards for the plate.

Back in the estuaries, there should be some fun fishing for bream, whiting, silver trevally and flathead. Be sure to focus your efforts on the tide and fish with the freshest bait you can lay your hands on for best results.

Until next month, fishy dreams, tight lines and tasty dinners.

How nematocysts f**k you up.

Sea Lice Aren’t Lice at All Words Pascal Geraghty Picture Al Lergic

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ith the constant threat of ‘winter is coming’ hanging over our heads, my wife, baby daughter and I stole away last week to an undisclosed paradisiacal South Pacific location to stockpile vitamin D. Hot sun, bath-like water, fun waves, sun-cream, snorkels, sand cays, coral, boardies, bikinis and boats were all daily staples.

It’s with a tinge of guilt that I recount this as my fellow Sydneysiders freeze their pale rings off.

However, nothing in this world is perfect. There is always a down side to a tropical holiday.

This time around it was the sea lice. They were out in force and looking to party. My regular forays into the ocean were met enthusiastically by these microscopic menaces, which proceeded to treat my body like a cruise ship buffet. Sweet, white, tender Aussie flesh, albeit a bit hairy, is clearly a delicacy in the region.

When I was a boy the consensus was that nobody knew for sure what sea lice actually were. All 66 The Beast | July 2016

I knew was that they delighted particularly in savaging me and that excruciatingly itchy red ‘bites’ would erupt a day or two later and last anywhere up to a week.

It’s now known, however, that the term ‘sea lice’ is actually a misnomer, and that those responsible are in fact not puny, peckish, pugnacious parasites as the name would suggest. Rather, I was simply coming into contact with either tiny, transparent jellyfish species or stinger larvae armed with the same stinging cells (nematocysts) as their parents.

So to be fair, my claims that I’d been devoured degustation-style during our recent holiday, on top of being overly dramatic and exaggerated, are totally wrong. A more accurate anecdote involves me having the misfortune of brushing up against an abundance of these critters, which, like me, were minding their own business and going for a swim then perhaps stung me by accident.

For all I know they may have been

profusely apologetic at the time.

This I’ll never know.

Some poor sods are highly susceptible, even allergic, to their stings - me, for example. Others, meanwhile, appear to be immune to their caresses - my wife, for example. Funnily enough, we both get zapped the same way in the water, though she experiences no further discomfort while I’m left dragging bread knives and garlic graters across my enflamed skin in search of desperate relief.

At the end of the day, what sea lice are or are not is all just academic to me, unfortunately.

Whether I’m being hunted or we’re like passing ships in the night I am convinced that if there’s a sea louse within a kilometre radius of me, chances are we will become acquainted, I will get touched up (quite possibly in a delicate area) and I will be left to rue the brief encounter for days afterwards. It’s nothing personal, I just wish they’d keep their grubby tentacles to themselves and leave me alone.

July 2016 Tide Chart

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2 0015 0.41 0609 1.47 1200 0.41 1833 1.91

3 0112 0.32 0707 1.47 1253 0.40 1925 1.98

4 ○ 0204 0.26 0801 1.48 1344 0.41 2015 2.00

5 0254 0.24 0853 1.47 1433 0.43 2102 1.98

6 0341 0.26 0943 1.45 1522 0.47 2148 1.92

7 0426 0.31 1030 1.43 1609 0.53 2231 1.82

8 0509 0.37 1116 1.41 1656 0.59 2314 1.71

9 0551 0.44 1201 1.39 1743 0.66 2355 1.59

10 0631 0.50 1248 1.38 1833 0.72

11 0038 1.48 0713 0.55 1337 1.38 1930 0.76

12 0128 0758 1430 2035

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13 0226 1.31 0846 0.60 1525 1.44 2145 0.75

14 0330 1.26 0937 0.61 1618 1.49 2251 0.70

15 0432 1.25 1028 0.60 1709 1.56 2346 0.62

16 0529 1.27 1115 0.58 1754 1.63

17 0033 0.54 0617 1.30 1159 0.55 1836 1.70

18 0115 0.47 0702 1.33 1241 0.52 1916 1.77

19 0154 0.40 0745 1.37 1323 0.48 1956 1.83

20 ○ 0232 0.34 0826 1.40 1405 0.46 2036 1.87

21 0312 0.30 0909 1.43 1449 0.44 2117 1.88

22 0352 0.27 0954 1.46 1535 0.44 2200 1.86

23 0435 0.27 1041 1.48 1625 0.45 2246 1.80

24 0519 1130 1718 2334

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26 0028 1.60 0656 0.38 1318 1.53 1921 0.56

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28 0236 1.39 0849 0.46 1522 1.62 2153 0.54

29 0350 1.33 0950 0.47 1627 1.69 2306 0.47

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Ginger and Smart’s oversized sun hat.

Karla Spetic’s fun and flirty sheer ruffled dress.

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week's Trends For Summer Words & Pictures Sharmin Musca, Personal Stylist

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rom industry insiders to magazine editors, fashion influencers to buyers, the fashion set certainly brought their A-game to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia last month with many street style outfits outside the shows just as eye-catching as those sent down the runways inside Carriageworks.

Based on the shows I attended, predictions for summer trends are white and bright, but definitely not tight. Think flowing fabrics, vivid colours starring alongside blacks and whites, modern tailoring and plenty of skin on show. Shelve your boho styles from last summer and replace them with more modern, fluid fabrics, silky suiting and floating maxi dresses.

Trends to look out for include: The bare shoulder From one-shoulder tops and onesleeve dresses at By Johnny and Bec & Bridge, to sexy off-the-shoulder numbers and cut-out shoulder designs at Zhivago, the clearest trend 68 The Beast | July 2016

across the diverse range of shows was the bare shoulder.

Whitewash White also dominated the runways in a variety of designs, from all lace outfits and dresses with layers of ruffles, to relaxed white-on-white top and pant ensembles.

Modern tailoring Modern tailoring was a standout of the week with many designers showing asymmetric hemlines, graphic layering, crisp contemporary shirting and fluid silhouettes.

Bianca Spender, often known for her feminine, flowing silks, offered a more masculine flavour with impeccably tailored, structured pieces.

Fun and flirty From Ginger & Smart’s fun (although perhaps a little impractical) oversized sun hats to Karla Spetic’s scalloped hemlines and flirty ruffles, as well as Christopher Esber’s use of sheer net fabric with

pops of turquoise and dresses tied up in knots, many fun and flirty pieces were seen. Designers also put ‘backless’ and ‘braless’ back on the radar with numerous sheer garments (and only a few with slips or strategic squares of fabric to keep modesty in check).

Sporty luxe and Baywatch bikinis At the We Are Handsome show it was all out sporty luxe and a return to the early 90s with seriously high-cut bikinis and one-pieces channelling Baywatch. A decent amount of personal grooming will be required next summer. At Ginger & Smart we also saw a relaxed, sporty element hinted at through hooded jackets, racing stripes and metallic elastics.

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Evil creatures.

The Unreliable Guide To... Keeping Pets Words Nat Shepherd Picture Fi Line

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ccording to the Australian Veterinary Association, more than 63% of Aussie households have a pet, 39% a dog and 29% a cat, which, if you do the maths, means some happy homes have both. This might explain why the pet care industry in Australia is worth around $8 billion a year. Are you ready to lay down some dollars to have a furry friend in your life?

The Unreliable Guide has some tips to help you decide…

Think about location If you have thirty acres, by all means get a wildebeest or a giraffe, but if you live in a unit - and let’s face it, a great percentage of us Eastern Suburbs dwellers do - should you keep a pet at all?

Your body corporate or landlord might say no way, but should that stop you? Friends of mine lived in a rental in Bondi for seven years with their cat, despite the fact that pets were absolutely forbidden.

Every day they hid the cat in a guitar case and took it down to the

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park for a walk, and no one ever had the faintest idea (NB: don’t try this with a pit bull terrier).

Really want kids but can’t commit?

The fur-baby phenomenon is well known; people are eschewing having actual babies in favour of keeping a cute furry pet. This is understandable; pets don’t answer back, don’t require school fees and can be left home alone for hours without attracting the attention of Social Services. In fact, the Unreliable Guide suggests you should progress through a few levels of care to test if you are ready to be the parent of an actual human child. Start by looking after a pot plant, move on to a goldfish, then tend to a cat, and finally advance to keeping a dog before you actually try reproducing yourself.

Which pet would suit you?

You’ve finally decided you want a pet, but what creature should you get? Some people swear by cats, citing their independence and

cleanliness. Others won’t consider anything but a dog due to the faithful, unquestioning love they offer.

Then there are the bird fanciers, fish fanatics and lizard lovers. Regardless of what pet you choose, don’t be like the woman who kept a giant python. She let this snake sleep curled up at the end of her bed, but one day the python lay down next to her, stiff as a pike staff. Concerned by the change of behaviour, she took it to the vet and he told her to get rid of the snake at once. When she asked why, he said the python was measuring her to see if she would fit inside its belly. Don’t choose a pet that wants to go one step further than biting the hand that feeds it.

Finally, the Unreliable Guide suggests that if you do decide to keep a pet, please get one from your local rescue centre. They need you. If you must give a breeder two thousand dollars for their labrashitsu-doodle-frise, then give the same amount as a donation to a rescue centre. It’s only right.

Typical Sydney winter.

Winter Workouts Worth Their Weight in Sweat Words Niall Roeder Picture Edward Snowden

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ydneysiders are not shy when it comes to having a whinge about the cooler months. However, the not-so-harsh reality is that our winters are soft. The June, July, August stretch is definitely not an excuse to refuse to exercise.

Ronda Rousey championed the phrase: “Don’t be a do-nothing bitch”. It’s a forthright don’t-belazy mantra that we can use in the chillier months as fuel for the motivational struggle of sweating it out.

To make it easier for you, we’ve put together a short list of places you can exercise in Bondi without freezing to death. Winter schminter; just get it done folks.

Heated Yoga Ah yoga - that popular thing for stretchy people. It’s actually very good for you and the heated version means the winter whinge won’t show its twisted face. At Power Living they have Vinyasa yoga in rooms that are heated up to a toasty 32 degrees. Thank you!

Apparently you can expect it to be sweaty, dynamic and intensely

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satisfying, but there’s only one way to find out for sure. They also have acupuncture on Thursdays, which is probably a daunting thought for those who haven’t tried it, but, you know, YOLO and all that stuff.

Pilates A big shout out to Joseph Pilates for inventing this breathing and movement based exercise - look how far it’s come now, Joe. Balance Moves is a boutique Pilates studio specialising in both group classes and private sessions. These guys import traditional Gratz-based Basil equipment from New York, and use props like Pilates arcs, sliding discs, balance beams, elastics, balls and magic circles in their classes. Sounds kinky. Get into it.

Indoor Swimming Swimming in winter, are you cray cray? Before you get your knickers in a knot, just know that the pool at Gold’s Gym is heated. Oh yes, it is heated. So you ain’t got an excuse not to get your swim on.

Swimming is a great form of exercise because it increases cardiovas-

cular fitness without impact stress on the body, it builds strength and it maintains a healthy heart and lungs. You always feel like a million bucks after a swim, even more so after an ocean swim, but that’s left for the brave. Are you brave?

Icebergs Sauna Now I’m no scientist, but I did hear Dr Rhonda Patrick (look her up) talk about how heat stress may improve endurance, memory, brain cell growth and longevity, and prevent muscle atrophy. This is good news for sauna lovers.

Besides those physical paybacks, saunas are fun and make you feel good. And the icing on the melted cake is that the Bondi Icebergs sauna has million dollar views.

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Relaxing in Rarotonga Words & Pictures The Bondi Travel Bug

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ust a six-hour flight from Sydney and you could be landing in Rarotonga, the capital of the Cook Islands. Only 32 kilometres in circumference, this beautiful island is rimmed with palm-fringed white sandy beaches surrounded by a cobalt coloured lagoon.

Entering the airport, the obligatory guitar player and accompanying chorus of singers greets you, along with the first of many ‘kia oranas’ (hellos).

Although Cook Islanders are citizens of New Zealand they have the status of Cook Island nationals. The currency is the New Zealand dollar, which makes it easier for us Aussies as we get more bang for our buck.

Cook Island Maori is spoken on the islands, but everyone speaks English and the relaxed atmosphere makes Australians feel very much at home.

Getting around the island is quite simple as there’s only one main road with a bus leaving five minutes past the hour in a clockwise direction and fifteen minutes past the hour in an anti-clockwise direction.

When you arrive in the Cook Islands it is suggested that cast aside your watch and you reset your body clock to ‘Cook Island time’.

Scooters are easily hired and are the most popular form of transport. Personally, I would never throw a leg over any two-wheeled mechanical contraption when travelling overseas unless I had the scooter/motorbike box ticked off on my travel insurance policy.

If you don’t have it ticked and you have an accident, you might find yourself a long way up Shit Creek and paddles don’t come cheap in these parts.

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When you arrive in the Cook Islands it is suggested that you cast aside your watch and you reset your body clock to ‘Cook Island time’. It doesn’t take long to adjust to the island pace. What’s the rush anyway?

My first introduction to island life was a three-night stay at the Pacific Resort with Muri Beach as its backyard. The beach is a stand-up paddler’s, kayaker’s, kite surfer’s, snorkeller’s and sun worshipper’s paradise.

The contrasting colours on the beaches are vividly layered.

The green palm-fringed beaches transition into white sand, and the aquamarine of the lagoon darkens as the water gets deeper until it reaches the reef with its crashing waves and morphs into an inky blue.

Muri Beach is striking with its four uninhabited islands close by as a backdrop. It’s surrounded by water with an inviting temperature and at low tide it’s the perfect beach for a stroll.

My next stop, only a 15-minute drive away, was the Sanctuary Raratonga - On The Beach (for adults only) with a sister resort next door catering for families.

The resort has its own private beach, Aroa. The beaches here were smaller but the colours were just as beautiful as Muri Beach.

Like all of Rarotonga’s beaches, water activities reigned supreme.

There was much to do in this part of the island: island tours, whale watching (in season), snorkelling/diving, fishing trips, bus bar hopping, four-wheel driving, sunset cruises and complete island circumnavigations.

For the more physically adventurous, outstanding cross-island hiking tours are available where you can learn all about the tropical flora and fauna as you trek to lookouts with extraordinary views.

I did my own walks and selfdiscovery tours, but for more extensive hikes I would advise you take the guided tours.

Taking the island bus into the town of Avarua was an adventure in itself and gave me an insight into local life whilst bumping along the one main road that hugs the coastline and offers spectacular views.

The only problem I encountered on my trip was that I fell in love with one of the staff members at the Sanctuary Raratonga; she was so full of life, kind and so large in spirit that I wanted to smuggle her home.

In town I settled in at a Rarotongan institution called Trader Jacks, a waterside bar and grill.

With inviting views, a cool vibe, refreshing beverages and music wafting from the bar, the only thing left to do was to watch the sun go down.

The only problem I encountered on my trip was that I fell in love with one of the staff members at the Sanctuary Raratonga; she was so full of life, kind and so large in spirit that I wanted to smuggle her home. The only thing stopping me was the excess weight charges and possibly her unwillingness to leave this paradise.

Speaking of excessive charges, the Wi-Fi ain’t cheap. It is charged at a phenomenal rate and if you need to use it, be prepared to pay.

Thankfully the Cook Islands are the perfect place to turn off social media and enjoy this exquisite island World Wide Web free.

How to get there Vicki Gilden at Rose Bay Travel (02) 9371 8166 How to book accommodation www.paradises.com

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Sexual Shame

Words Matty Silver, Sex Therapist Picture Israel Folau

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eelings of shame can be devastating to our sex lives. One of the biggest obstacles many of my clients face in experiencing erotic pleasure is the sexual shame they have carried around with them since childhood.

So what exactly is sexual shame?

Well, none of us is born with shame. This feeling about sex may have been learned from our families, friends and peers, religious groups or cultural backgrounds.

This shouldn't come as a big surprise, because in our culture sex is still very much a taboo. So many religions and customs have linked sex with shame or guilt that few of us escape entirely unaffected.

Many of us may have encountered shame for the first time as children. We were taught from a very early age not to touch our genitals, the implication being that it was bad to do so. We were often given silly names for our penis or vagina, as if to use the correct name was somehow offensive. And if we were caught masturbating or exploring 76 The Beast | July 2016

our bodies while playing childhood games, we were told off and made to feel ashamed and guilty.

There are probably very few parents around who would explain to their children that masturbation is a normal and healthy activity, and who would tell them to just enjoy it.

Sex is such a personal issue that it's the most painful place a young person can be shamed. Now that social media has become so prevalent, it has become the common arena in which to harass someone.

For example, the expression ‘slut shaming’ is often used online when teenage girls are being criticised (shamed) for their sexual expression or assumed sexual experiences. I don’t imagine there is any chance we will ever see ‘stud shaming’ used to the same extent.

If we don't want people to feel ashamed about sex, what exactly is ‘normal sex’? Sex is a consensual act between adults and you can do anything you want as long as it's legal and consensual. Bondage, group sex, cybersex, swinging,

kinky sex, looking at porn or using sex toys – anything goes. And if you don't have a partner, solo sex is a great way to self-pleasure.

Shame often turns into inhibitions. Women may not like their body shape, the size of their breasts, the look of their vagina, or the fact that they find it difficult to have an orgasm. Some men find it difficult to show their feelings because they believe it's not a manly thing to do; they also may not like the size of their penis, or worry that they may lose their erection or come too quickly.

I always tell my clients that if they can't talk about their desires and what turns them on, they can't expect their partners to read their minds. I may sound like a broken record, but when it comes to sex, good communication can help a couple better understand each other. It’ll also help increase intimacy and make you feel more comfortable.

Isn't it time to stop feeling ashamed?

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Golf is a Four-Letter Word

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his month the British Open will be in full swing. If you're feeling inspired, it might be time to clean your balls, head down to the driving range and relieve some built up stress with a few violent swings, aiming at the guy driving around in the golf cart at the end of the range. That bastard deserves it, I assure you.

Golf is a queer sport, if ever there was one. Like polo, it is often more about status than the game itself. But unlike polo, it can also just be four friends smashing beers in double-pluggers while shooting a quick nine. Depending on which course you're at, of course. I don't think you'll be doing that around here any time soon. I can almost smell the pomp when I drive past the Royal Sydney Golf Club.

It provides us with big personalities as well. Overweight alcoholics can thrive in golf and that makes for a wonderful array of loose cannons and narcissists. I find it simply

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fantastic to follow as a result. I couldn't care less about the actual game itself, but the closeted world of golf is like a dark drama on HBO that should be enjoyed with a bowl of popcorn and a warm blanket.

This is a sport where you used to be able to do anything and they'd cover it up for you. An army of 'Ray Donovans' must have followed the PGA Tour around, sweeping up dead caddies and paying off alluring young women at every stop. It doesn't seem like that so much anymore, which is probably a good thing all said and done, but my interest has certainly waned as a result.

It should come as no surprise, though, that pro golf was once so sordid. Traditionally it has been the domain of stuffy old men and there is no group more sinister or perverted, under the surface, than stuffy old men. Of that I assure you.

Just look at Muirfield Golf Club in Scotland, which recently voted

to not allow women as members, thus surrendering its right to ever host the British Open. This is a group working very hard to resist the expectations of modern society. What kind of devilishly sick secrets must they be hiding in the basement of the clubhouse? Are they serving human flesh in the pies at 'The Nineteenth Hole'?

Mark Twain is attributed as saying: “Golf is a good walk spoiled� (though there is some debate as to whether it was actually he who first said it). He lived in a time before golf carts and Segways, though, so what would he know?

All I know is there are few things as satisfying as hitting a crisp drive down the middle of the fairway and backing it up with a chipped iron onto the green. It is just a shame about the fifty or so other shots that get shanked into the bushes or go uncomfortably close to a group playing another hole entirely.

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Five Secret Wild Spots for a Wellbeing Boost This Winter Words & Picture Nicola Saltman

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t’s tough to get out from under the doona these days, but swapping hibernation for Waverley’s wilderness might stop you from missing out on the annual whale or eel migration.

Yes, you heard right, eels! Time in nature doesn’t only help prevent the FOMO associated with missing out on seeing these rare sights, it’s also likely to ‘warm’ the soul, get you fitter, and bring happiness to your day. Recent scientific research proves it.

So rug up this season and discover these five wild spots that make our local area so darn special…

1. Eastern Reserve Catch a privileged glimpse of humpback whales from Eastern Reserve, north of Bondi, as they head northward this month. It’s a magical crowd-free place for a picnic (so long as the southerlies aren’t blowing), and as one of our 11 remnant bushland sites, it’s also a great spot to see some unique native bushland. Waverley Council is planting 40,000 seedlings here and across the other coastal patches this season to make sure they keep thriving.

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2. Diamond Bay Enjoy a cliff-side walk around Diamond Bay, beyond Dover Heights towards Vaucluse. Another top whale-watching spot, Diamond Bay has stunning views of the rugged cliffs to Bondi, and keen-eyed birdwatchers might even see the beautiful Nankeen Kestrel flying on the breeze. You can help plant 1000 seedlings alongside the bay’s remnant vegetation patch on Sunday, July 31 to celebrate National Tree Day. There’ll be free yoga, kids games and a sausage sizzle. Register at nationaltreeday-diamondbay. eventbrite.com.au.

3. Bronte Gully Venture west beyond the Bronte Beach playground and you'll find Bronte Gully, home to Bronte Creek and one of the largest areas of urban bushland in the Eastern Suburbs. In the early days, a permanent spring fed the waterfall and Indigenous locals used the pools for bathing. You may see a tawny frogmouth hidden in the Moreton Bay fig trees, or migrating eels in the waterfall rock pool. It’s around this time of year that these guys journey from Centennial Park through this channel on their way to New Caledonia.

4. Underwater world For keen snorkellers and swimmers, discover marine wildlife beyond the rocks at Ben Buckler, Bronte and in-between. You may come across weedy seadragons or wobbegongs.

There are also snails, seahorses, wandering anemones and sea urchins.

You can also count yourself lucky if you see any vibrant blue groper, which are protected as part of the Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve.

5. Fairies on the coast The native superb fairy-wren is happily thriving on our coast, while in serious decline elsewhere.

You can find them on the rocks at Bronte Cutting along the BondiBronte coastal walk (between Bronte Pool and Calga Reserve).

The male bird is brightly coloured with iridescent blue and black plumage above the throat.

Where is your favourite local nature spot? Post a photo of it on Instagram with the hashtags #secondnatureimin and #favnaturespot and tag @waverleycouncil, or email your snaps to secondnature@waverley.nsw. gov.au and they’ll post it for you.

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Album #1 Artist Flume Album Skin Reviewer Alasdair McClintock Rating  This guy sure can write a song. Remember when he and Chet Faker basically had a monopoly on the Australian music scene? That was a weird time. As long as he steers clear of getting too poppy, I usually like his work, and only occasionally on this album did I find my lip curling at some of the more sickly-sweet tracks and breakdowns.

It's in the darker collaborations where he really excels and there are some genuinely jaw-dropping, goosebump-inducing moments throughout. The song with Beck makes me want to sit down and hug my stereo. In some ways I see him as the Kanye of Australian music - in terms of talent, not douchebaggery. He actually seems like a nice guy.

Album #2 Movie Review Title Mustang Genre Drama Reviewer Linda Heller-Salvador Children just want to run free, have fun and be allowed to develop their own identities no matter what gender or country they are from. Co-written with Alice Winocour (Augustine), director Deniz Gamze Ergüven's first feature film depicts this innocence in a visually rich and breezy manner.

Set on the north coast of Turkey, we are introduced to five beguiling and spirited sisters Sonay, Selma, Ece, Nur, and Lale - who are being raised by their oppressive Uncle Erol and strict grandmother. While celebrating the start of their summer holidays, an innocent moment of youthful seaside frolicking has consequences that change their lives in the blink of an eye and puts an end to their adolescent freedom.

The family home is turned into a virtual prison with windows barred, and phones, computers, and make-up confiscated. Access to the outside world is limited to involuntary outings to meet potential husbands. With each of the girls finding their own way to cope, they begin to assert themselves and attempt to escape the repressive society that surrounds them.

Mustang is a beautifully scripted drama that is driven by an exceptional cast of newcomers.

With a haunting score by Warren Ellis, it makes for a stunningly atmospheric coming-of-age-film that deals with blossoming womanhood, female empowerment, traditions and family honour.

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Artist Tracy McNeil & The Good Life Album Thieves Reviewer Alasdair McClintock Rating  Sometimes we all need a little bit of country and blues in our lives. Head on down the paddock, y'all!

Crack the moonshine, get Larry on the banjo and enjoy the sun beating down on your neck. Or something like that. Moonshine seems sadly rare in the Australian countryside. Why is this? Well, Victoria Bitter is close enough, I guess. If you like the smell of hay and RM Williams leather boots, and you wear flannelette (but not because you think it's trendy), there is a very good chance you will enjoy this group.

There are some pretty good guitar solos too, which always helps.

Album #3 Artist James Blake Album The Colour in Anything Reviewer Alasdair McClintock Rating  I get the feeling James Blake could have released 36 minutes of him making a vegetable stir-fry with a low-key drumbeat in the background and atmospheric vocals singing notes from the recipe and people still would have loved it. That might actually be okay to listen to. Instead he has a bestowed upon us an intricate and epic moan that goes well over an hour. I found myself hurrying it along, just so I could say I listened to the whole thing. It's not bad, but it is pretty dull. The only time I want to hear a famous Englishman whinge and whine is after we've just beaten them at something, and even then I can only bear it for a few minutes.

Arts & Entertainment from Around the Beaches...

Words Madeleine Gray Picture Alice Hacker

Barzura Photo Competition Barzura will once again share the Coogee love with the return of their overwhelmingly popular annual photo competition, which commenced on June 14. To enter, submit a photo of Coogee or Barzura on the Barzura Facebook page - www.facebook.com/Barzura - or post a photo on Instagram with the hashtag #BarzuraHeartsCoogee2016. The winning entry will receive a weekend in Coogee staying at the Adina Apartment Hotel with a champagne breakfast, dinner at Barzura and yoga passes at the Livingroom Yoga School, Coogee Beach. Good luck, budding photographers!

Architect Showcases Local Beauty Talk about international success!

Local Waverley architect Chris Elliott recently showcased two Waverley sites, Seacliff House and Waverley Cemetery, as part of the exhibition ‘Time-Space-Existence’ during the Venice Architecture Biennale, which opened recently in Venice, Italy. The display featured Elliott’s recent activities corresponding to the present: his award-winning Seacliff House on the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk; the past: as a member of the community-based group

Purple hues.

‘Residents for Waverley Cemetery’ advocating for the preservation of Waverley Cemetery; and the future: theoretical design for a very tall green apartment building in Sydney. Great work Chris!

Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera Monobrows for the win! This exhibition at AGNSW, running from June 25 to October 8, presents 40 artworks from the renowned collection of Jacques and Natasha Gelman, including outstanding self-portrait paintings and drawings by Frida Kahlo, and major examples of Diego Rivera’s canvas paintings. Get your culture on, let your freak flag fly, and celebrate two amazing weirdo artists! For more information, please visit www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au.

NAIDOC Week at the MCA The MCA will again be supporting NAIDOC Week this year, hosting a number of events that celebrate Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander visual art and culture, from July 4 to 9. Events will include a panel talk with artists from Warmun, WA, lunchtime screenings of films made by Indigenous filmmakers, and short talks by passionate MCA staffers about their favourite Indigenous works

in the museum. For more information, visit www.mca.com.au. We can’t wait to get amongst it.

Local Woman a Novel Citizen Bondi resident Lexi Landsman’s gripping debut novel, The Ties That Bind, has just been released. The book, published by Penguin Random House, follows two women on opposite sides of the world whose lives are changed forever by a shocking secret. It’s an emotionally riveting story about the power of a mother’s love and the bonds between family that, though severed, can never fully be broken.

Lexi is a television producer and journalist and this is her first book.

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The Beast Within Running between July 27 and August 14 at the Opera House this year is Eddie Perfect’s hilarious play, The Beast, about the perils of modern life, wine snobs and wankers. It’s been called “the worst dinner party of the year”, and you’re invited! The play’s already received rave reviews, with the Herald Sun saying that it is “hernia-inducingly funny”. You can book tickets now by visiting www.thebeastplay.com.

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A TASTE of Things to Come Words Dan Hutton Picture Freddy Hetfield

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eformed 70s rock legends TASTE have recently released a new album, Life On Earth, and they’re just about to hit the road to promote the hell out of it with a show scheduled at Sydney’s Frankie’s Pizzeria on July 14. We caught up with TASTE lead vocalist and keyboardist Ken Murdoch during the month…

If we had to describe our sound in one sentence... Brian Mannix once said: “If Queen and Metallica had a bastard baby, it would be called TASTE.” I guess that’s our sound, with a lot of Led Zeppelin thrown in.

My first memory of music is...

The Beatles’ Abbey Road. The radio station played the entire album at midnight the night it was released.

I was in bed as I was so young and I wasn’t allowed to stay up, but I snuck in the radio to listen to it.

Growing up my parents listened to... all Irish music.

If you come to see us play, you can expect... a very dynamic show with big chords, big harmonies, big

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drums, and big trouble. In the live arena we have a lot of improvisations and virtuosic playing. We try to deliver a stadium gig no matter the size of the venue or audience.

If we could have chosen one song to have written it would have to be... 'Won’t Get Fooled Again' by The Who. Lyrically it spoke about how I felt and musically it was like a tornado hitting my radio speakers.

Our favourite song to perform would have to be... ‘The Fatal Shore’. It’s the one song that we play around with most on stage and it can go for up to ten minutes sometimes.

One person I’d still really like to record with is... Jerry Lee Lewis on piano, because he invented rock and roll and no one plays piano like him. He even makes me drive faster when his music comes on.

There was one time when we were starting out... when we had a driver who was on LSD. It was raining and horrible and he was all over the road. We were convinced

he was going to kill us. Unfortunately we weren’t on drugs, otherwise it would have been fine.

We convinced him to pull into a service station and when he got out, Michael, who didn’t have his licence yet, jumped in the driver’s seat and we took off.

Our biggest fan has got be... this guy who is always down the front with his TASTE bandana and cap on backwards. We don’t know his name, but he has never missed a show. Our most famous fan would probably be Brian May from the Queen orchestra. He said he liked our guitar songs, actually.

We knew we’d made it when... we stopped having sex for money.

Seriously though, it was when we stopped sleeping in the back of a two-tonne truck on top of our equipment and we were allowed to fly.

TASTE will be playing one Sydney show on July 14 at Frankie’s Pizzeria. To find out more, please visit www.taste-music.com.

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Delicious food, priceless view.

Buckler’s Cafe: Ben Would’ve Been Proud Words Dining Dave Instagram @diningdave Picture Grant Brooks

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ould the view be any better?

That was my first thought as I sat down inside the very new Buckler’s Café, perched above Bondi Beach on Ramsgate Avenue near the North Bondi RSL, a position that provides a view that makes the coffee, juices and fresh food taste even better. To clarify: this is not an offshoot of the now defunct Buckler’s Canteen, which, to the consternation of co-owner Jackson Wallace, comes up first on Google searches. The name comes from the legend of Ben Buckler, the convict (or possibly bushranger), who is presumed to have fallen to his death off Bondi’s northern headland in the 1800s.

Arriving on a sunny Wednesday at midday, Jackson - a tall, pleasant bloke who owns the place with his mum and dad - explained that they only opened at the start of March and are still discovering what Buckler’s can, and should, be. Jackson wants his café to be a place where locals and tourists can share White Horse coffee, Botanica juices, brekky, brunch, beers and wines together. I think he’s on to something. The persona 88 The Beast | July 2016

of Buckler’s is captured in their bearded interpretation of Ben, and the desire to create a café that he himself would feel comfortable in.

Dining alone this time around, I started with a lovely cappuccino and stared at the beach. The décor is simple and calming, with white brick tiles, black walls and wooden waves hanging over you. The menu is mainly breakfast creations, but being lunchtime I opted for the special: smoked pork belly with pea puree, soft boiled egg and herb salad, and an acai berry smoothie to wash it down.

The smoothie was a cup of purple perfection, with hints of raspberry peeking through. Only a hotter day would have made it more refreshing. At first I was taken aback by the pork belly, as I’d never really considered combining peas, smoked pork and a boiled egg before, but Dasche, the head chef, made it work extremely well.

The presentation on a black plate highlighted all the green and white elements and the smoky flavour of the pork meshed beautifully with the runny egg and pea puree.

Wanting to try more, I ordered

one of the Buckler’s signature jaffles, the one with pepperoni. Not only were the concentric triangles seared into the bread eye-catching, the gooey cheese and pepperoni filling was a taste sensation. The jaffles are a big hit with the surfers, Jackson told me, and I can see why.

Buckler’s also offers yummy desserts from the well-known Luxe bakery, but I chose to indulge in an in-house baked blueberry muffin, which was served with a side of warm butter to slather over it.

Overall, while still young, Buckler’s is on the right path.

Even old Ben himself would probably agree.

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2. Slice the pumpkin into 8 pieces, removing the seeds but leaving the skin on.

3. Toss the pumpkin slices in the oil and salt and arrange on a baking tray so that they lay as flat as possible (this helps keep them whole for presentation).

4. Bake pumpkin in the oven for 20 minutes, or until golden.

5. Once cooked, arrange the pumpkin in layers on a large serving platter with the quinoa, parsley, cabbage and walnuts.

6. Combine all of the dressing ingredients together, then drizzle over the salad.

7. Serve while warm (although this salad is also delicious served cold).

This recipe serves four people.

Wholesome, nourishing goodness.

Warm Pumpkin, Quinoa and Cabbage Salad

Recipe & Image from Seasons to Share by Jacqueline Alwill

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umpkin has to be one of my all time favourite vegetables for the cooler months. It’s grounding, wholesome, nourishing, beautiful in colour and rich in flavour.

With this recipe I’ve teamed it with quinoa, parsley, cabbage and walnuts, and the dressing is the perfect combination of syrupy sweetness and a touch of spice to finish. Heaven.

130g red cabbage, finely shredded 60g walnuts, toasted A good pinch of sea salt A small handful of flat-leaf (Italian) parsley leaves

Ingredients Salad 750g pumpkin (winter squash) 140g cooked red quinoa

Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking tray (baking sheet) with baking paper.

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Dressing 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp maple syrup (optional) A pinch of ground cinnamon

Bondi local Jacqueline Alwill is a qualified, practicing nutritionist, personal trainer, whole foods cook and, most importantly, mother to Jet. She is committed to improving the health, wellbeing and happiness of all individuals.

In her first cookbook, Seasons to Share, Jacqueline has brought together a delightful collection of beautiful seasonal wholefoods recipes for all occasions. Seasons to Share (Murdoch Books) is available now in all good bookstores and online.

Arguably even better than the original.

Raw Banoffee Slice Words & Picture Tamika Woods

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he perfect combination of crunchy biscuit base, creamy frozen banana and sticky, sweet caramel, this raw banoffee slice is the ideal healthy alternative to the original decadent pie.

Ingredients Biscuit Base 1 cup buckinis (raw, activated buckwheat) 1 cup oats 1/2 cup desiccated coconut 7 medjool dates, pitted 3 tbsp tahini 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla essence

Method 1. Add buckinis and oats to a high strength food processor or blender and pulse a few times until they are roughly starting to break down into a flour (you still want a few chunks).

2. Add all remaining biscuit base ingredients and process until just coming together. The mixture should be slightly sticky and hold together when you pinch a clump between two fingers. If the mixture is too dry, try adding a small dash of water, spoonful of coconut oil, or an extra date.

Banana Cream Layer 3 very ripe frozen bananas, sliced 1/2 cup coconut cream 1-2 tbsp maple syrup

3. Grease or line a small square tin (approx. 20cm x 20cm) and press the biscuit base evenly across the base of the tin.

Salted Caramel Layer 11 medjool dates, pitted 1/4 cup cashew butter 1/2 cup coconut cream A tiny squeeze of lemon juice 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt

4. In the same blender/processor, add all of the banana cream ingredients and process until completely smooth

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5. Pour banana cream over the base layer and place in the freezer to set for at least six hours (preferably overnight).

6. While the banana cream is setting, make the caramel. Add

all of the ingredients to the same blender/processor and blend until smooth. If not serving the slice straight away, store the caramel in a sealed jar in the fridge.

7. When ready to serve, remove the slice from the freezer, spread the caramel evenly over the frozen banana cream and then top with sliced banana and shaved chocolate.

8. Allow to stand for around 15-20 minutes as it will be much easier to cut through the frozen banana at this point. Slice into long rectangles and serve.

This recipe serves six to eight people.

Tamika Woods is a Nutritional Medicine student and founder of Sproutly Stories, a new health food blog designed to translate evidence-based information into digestible pieces of knowledge.

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Not where the massacre was.

Hightailing It Down to Hoddles Creek Estate Words & Picture Alex Russell Instagram @OzWineGuy

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he D’Anna family set up Hoddles Creek in the Yarra Valley in 1997. They have developed a reputation for producing great quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, along with some other interesting drops, including Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Merlot and Cabernet.

The wines are essentially split into three ‘levels’: the 1er (Premier) range, the Estate range and the Wickhams Road range. In 2013, there was also a special release Chardonnay called Syberia, which is now sold out.

Wickhams Road Range The Wickhams Road range is Hoddles Creek’s entry level label, but don’t let that put you off.

They’re listed at about $20 on the Hoddles Creek Estate website (www.hoddlescreekestate.com.au), but can often be found for around $17 a bottle by the dozen at various retailers, especially online.

In this range you’ll find two Chardonnays and two Pinots, one of each from the Yarra, and one of each from Gippsland. This combo really works for me, as some of my favourite wines come from the Yarra, but I’m also seeing a lot

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of brilliant stuff from Gippsland recently, particularly Pinot Noirs.

Even at the full price of $20 per bottle, these are cracking value in anyone’s book.

Estate Range In the Estate range you’ll find another Pinot Noir and another Chardonnay, this time for around $23 a bottle (and they currently list some museum releases on their website for $30). The quality steps up another notch, blowing many wine writers away (including me), but the price only takes a small jump. If you’re a Pinot or Chardonnay drinker, consider mixing up a dozen of the Wickhams Road and Estate Pinots and/or Chardies.

There are also a few other interesting drops here including a $23 Pinot Gris, a $20 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Cabernet can be quite underrated), a $22 Pinot Blanc (not too far away in flavour from Pinot Gris, but something a little different – try it with Thai) and a $20 Rosé.

Some of the more interesting drops, like the Pinot Blanc, are sold out, but 2016 wines should only be a few months away. Sub-

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1er (Premier) Range The abbreviation ‘1er’ is the French equivalent of ‘1st’ and is often used to denote Premier Cru wines, which are highly regarded wines.

The Hoddles Creek 1er wines are also highly regarded.

Here you’ll find another Pinot Blanc for $30. Just buy it. It’s great value and a great opportunity to try something new.

The other wines in the 1er range are, of course, a Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. These are both $50.

Now I know that’s a fair whack for many people, but it’s worth pointing out that the wines are generally given massive point scores in reviews – usually 95 or higher.

Points aren’t everything, of course, but when everyone is scoring them high, you know you should go shopping. There are certainly a few of them in my cellar.

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Trivial Trivia

Words Dan Hutton Picture Mark Elizondo 1.True or false: Adam Goodes was the only player to take part in both the 2005 and 2012 Sydney Swans grand final wins?

2. Which American musician recently released his first single in three years, ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling!’?

3. Which south coast surfer won the recent Red Bull Cape Fear surfing event at Cape Solander?

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4. Which Australian actor became something of a sex symbol courtesy of his role as ‘Diver Dan’ in the television series SeaChange?

5. Which former independent MP recently announced that he’ll be contesting the safe NSW seat of Cowper?

6. On what continent would you find the Atlas Mountains?

7. Which Australian artist is best known for paintings including The Drover’s Wife, West Wyalong and Moody’s pub?

8. Does a blue tang have feathers, fur or fins?

9. Who wrote, produced and directed 2015 American-Australian psychological thriller film The Gift?

10. In which local suburb would you find Varna Park?

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