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the cuisine in one of the many restaurants, cafĂŠs and bars - morning, noon or night.
in fresh seafood direct from the trawler, available every Friday & Saturday.
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yourself to a huge selection of fresh flowers available Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
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for fashion, swimwear, shoes, jewellery, gifts. homewares, art and even designer dogwear.
FUN
for kids of all ages on the purpose built adventure playground located on The Village Green.
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with a magazine on The Village Green or The Rotunda Lawn overlooking the Marina.
at the amazing display at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show held in May each year.
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58-62 See & Be Seen
88-90 On the Water
Driving Miss Daisy
Welcome aboard the Sanctuary Cove
Chinese New Year at QT Gold Coast
International Boat Show
20-23 Feature
Quiksilver Foundation Golf Classic
Robert De Niro – Call me ‘Bob’
64-74 Cuisine
24-27 Iconic Labels
Top Tables – from Main Beach to Burleigh
A black & white masterpiece
Italian@heart
Home
House of Dior
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort recipe
Adding to the Collection
98-101 Entertainment
28-37 Looking Good
Cove Cuisine – Marine Village recipes
Beauty spot
Chef’s choice
QT Fashion Week & Awards Gold Coast
A good drop from New Zealand
Read it, watch it, view it, see it
76-87 Well Travelled
102 Brainfood
Flight into the Dreamtime
103 Horoscopes
Designer Profile – Brad Webb Carla Zampatti’s latest collection Wishlist – His & Hers
Gallipoli Centenary Cruise 2015
38-57 At the Wheel
Noosa Central
Aston Martin’s Anniversary edition
Lisbon – a city of contrasts
The Volvo S60 T4 – a sporty drive
At home on Hayman
Motoring feature: Aston Martin, Maserati, Volvo, Bentley, Lexus, Jaguar, BMW & Infiniti
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Bianca Ruyssenaers is flying high
104 Attitude
editor’s letter Welcome to our special sixth anniversary edition. Can you believe it has been six years since we produced the very first edition of the Cove magazine? Naturally, there have been some modifications over the years, and when better than an anniversary to introduce a ‘new look’. Fresh fonts, redesigned layouts and more streamlined editorial are just some of the changes you will find throughout this latest magazine. Of course, in this issue, as in every issue, we strive for the perfect balance of content … Our feature article is Robert De Niro. From his early roles in movies like Taxi Driver to his reincarnation as a comedic actor in Meet the Fockers, this Hollywood legend is just as awe-inspiring off screen as he is on. Car enthusiasts will enjoy our comprehensive motoring feature, which showcases the latest releases and prestige brands. And for the ‘boaties’ we preview the 2013 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, which, incidentally, is also celebrating a major milestone – its 25th anniversary! Also, don’t forget there is still time to get your entries in for the amazing Sea Cloud adventure that will be drawn on the final day of the Show. For our more fashion conscious readers we profile successful Australian designers Carla Zampatti and Brad Webb (whose gorgeous DARB Couture gown features on our cover). We also have the inside scoop on the QT Fashion
Week and Awards Gold Coast, and embrace the style of visionary designer Christian Dior. Those readers who enjoy travel in its various forms are also well catered for. Gaye Heldon takes to the skies over Australia, Patsy and Bill Rowe explore Lisbon and we introduce the very special Gallipoli Centenary Cruise 2015. This epic 42-night voyage aboard the Black Watch covers almost the whole Mediterranean and includes three days in the Gallipoli region and a Centenary Dawn Service off ANZAC Cove on 25 April 2015. Still on the subject of travel … imagine if you could combine your passion for adventure with a career in entertainment. One talented young Gold Coaster is doing just that. Acrobat Bianca Ruyssenaers has scored a role with Cavalia – A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse which is now touring Australia. Fitting that she is celebrating her homecoming at the same time as we are broadening our horizons. So, while we all look back at Issue one with pride, and a touch of nostalgia, it is the future of the magazine that fills us with excitement.
the cove team publisher Clare E. Urwin | Sanctuary Cove Publishing editor Rhonda Oxnam | words@scpublishing.com.au art director Sandra Teissl | designer Saida Anderson business manager Yvonne Marsden
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Stylist Brad Webb Model Wears DARB Couture Location Cloudland,
fashion contributor Henrietta Dups beauty contributor Linette Gramstad food & wine contributor Tony Harper
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motoring contributor Chris Nixon editorial contributors Gaye Heldon, Terry Hopley,
Susan Lang-Lemckert, Bryan Matthews, Patsy Rowe
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Showpiece Leading interior designer David Hicks, and award-winning furniture designer and manufacturer, King Furniture, have collaborated to create an inspired retail space at the Gold Coast.
Ermenegildo on Edward St Internationally renowned men’s Italian luxury lifestyle fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna is set to join neighboring brands Hermes, Gucci Montblanc, and Hugo Boss in Brisbane’s premier retail precinct. Located at 155 Edward Street, the new store will cover more than 300 square metres of luxury retail space across two levels and feature the full range of Ermenegildo Zegna products and services. This welcome addition to the Brisbane fashion arena is set to open in April 2013.
David has been working with King Furniture on the design of the showroom which features an outdoor garden, expansive outdoor furniture display and a light, spacious interior. “In addition to an excellent location, our new showroom offers shoppers an opportunity to view even more of our range – particularly King Outdoor, which has been given a greater focus here than anywhere else in Australia,” said Renata Bayer-Volf, General Manager of King Furniture. Shoppers can view a large range of sofa designs and home furniture, including sofa beds, armchairs, tables, lamps and accessories. One of Italy’s leading furniture designers and manufacturers, FORMER will also be on display, and is exclusively available in Australia through King Furniture. The Brickworks, Ground Floor, 107 Ferry Road, Southport | kingfurniture.com.au
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Gather Momentum Lose yourself in the rhythm of Momentum. The 90-minute spectacular combines the energy of theatre, comedy, acrobatics, dance and live music performance, while exploring the relationships between rhythm, time and synchronicity. The talented, multicultural cast of 10 are not only masters of their own skillset but also flexible and coordinated enough to adopt other abilities with a sense of mischief and a spark of madness. Appearing at Jupiters Theatre for a strictly limited season. Spring/Summer 2013
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20 April Bruce Lynton Charity Ball The 2013 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball marks 13 years since the event’s original inception. In that time over $1.3 million has been raised for local charities including the Cancer Council Queensland, Youngcare, Surf Life Saving and Guide Dogs Australia. To be held at the RACV Royal Pines Resort Grand Ballroom, this year’s Black Tie event features entertainment by Dale Ryder and Jason Singh (lead singers from Boom Crash Opera and Taxiride). Tickets: $230 pp ($2,300 table of 10). Bruce Lynton will also host a Charity Golf Day on Friday 19 April from 12pm at RACV Royal Pines Resort. +61 7 5557 7999 | brucelyntoncharityball.com
Designer showcase Now in its fourth year, the Avant Garde Student Design Competition continues to support young and emerging designers. Open to local students, the competition encourages entrants to push the fashion boundaries in Fashion and Millinery design. The finalists will have their designs showcased on the QueensPlaza website and Facebook page, with the public vote open both in store and online from 2-21 April. Two lucky winners will be announced on 26 April 2013. Each winner will receive the opportunity to work alongside iconic Australian fashion designer Akira Isogawa during an exclusive internship at the designer’s Sydney studio. queensplazashopping.com.au
Here’s cheers Looking for something a little different to accompany your next dinner party or backyard barbecue? The Craft Wine Store specialises in artisan wines, beers, ciders and spirits from around the world, with a focus on organic, biodynamic and natural ranges. The brainchild of the Cove’s Food and Wine writer Tony Harper, along with Les Riddell (the beer nerd) and Tony’s wife Tanya, the store is located at 196 Musgrave Road, Red Hill. +61 7 3367 1383 craftwinestore.com
The steak place Located waterside at Sanctuary Cove, Black Angus Bar & Grill offers diners an extensive array of cuisine, with the sizzling Hot Rock being one of their specialities. Also featuring an extensive newly up-dated wine list, mouth-watering desserts and waterfront views, Black Angus offers something to suit all palates.
Fabulously Fabergé Inspired by the sumptuous summer palaces of Imperial Russia, Fabergé’s Les Palais egg pendants feature a playful modernity and contemporary sophistication. Each jewel is hand-crafted in gold and the finest guilloché enamel creating an exquisite iridescence to the distinctive colours. faberge.com
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Competition winner Congratulations to Gill Watkins from Canada Bay NSW who is the winner of the fabulous Escape to Hayman competition from Issue 33. Gill discovered Cove magazine in Perth’s Qantas Lounge, and will now enjoy three nights in a luxurious Beach Villa, courtesy of the resort. Be sure to turn to page 13 for details on how you can go in the draw to win a Sea Cloud Cruise valued at over $20,000. The lucky winner will be announced in Issue 38.
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5-7 April Love Vintage Show The Love Vintage Show brings together some of the most beautiful, elegant and oneof-a kind garments, as well as accessories, jewellery, homewares, textiles and a myriad of other special collectables. With over 50 unique exhibitors, you are guaranteed to discover something exciting and awe-inspiring. Brisbane Exhibition Centre, South Bank. lovevintage.com.au
Powerful products The DNAEGF range of products repairs damaged DNA cells and encourages growth of new healthy DNA cells. Developed by renowned Plastic Surgeon Dr Ronald Moy from the USA, the products contain a trio of powerful enzymes engineered from marine and botanical sources. Available at London Cosmetic Clinic, Ferry Road Markets at Southport on the Gold Coast. +61 7 5532 2800 londoncosmeticclinic.com
Glamorous Life Joanne Rahn ‘Zircon’ slimming black strapless ruched maillot swim/bodysuit featuring shelf bra and removable purple and hot pink stretch lace harness (not pictured). RRP $195 V.I.P. Cove Readers price $99 collaboration+ Shop G08 High Street Surfers Paradise glamorouslifeswimwear.com
What’s cooking at Kauri Cliffs Clare E. Urwin & Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
LIVE IN CONCERT Legendary performer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa attracted opera and classical music aficionados from across the region to her sold-out show at The Arts Centre Gold Coast. Cove Publisher, Clare E. Urwin, was privileged to be invited to join the Dame for coffee and petit fours in the Panorama Suite after the show. theartscentregc.com.au
From April - November, luxury New Zealand lodges Kauri Cliffs and The Farm at Cape Kidnappers play host to some spectacular food, wine and golf weekends. Celebrity chefs Pete Evans, Neil Perry, Nic Poeleart, and UK chef Rick Stein, who will be special guest in August, are part of this year’s line up. The weekends are relaxed and personal, with cooking demos, wine tastings and the chef dinners mixed with time for golf, spa, quad biking and farm walks. Two special golf weekends are also part of the 2013 events line-up including a Ladies Only Golf Weekend at Kauri Cliffs in May and a Couple Golf Weekend at Cape Kidnappers in October. kauricliffs.com | capekidnappers.com
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“You just do what you do, and you do it the best that you can and that’s it.” – ROBERT DE NIRO
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call me ‘bob’ He may have mellowed with age but Robert De Niro is still one of Hollywood’s most awe-inspiring characters. words Fabian W. Waintal / The Interview People
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Robert De Niro in Stone
Today we sit with a humble actor who doesn’t look at all like the serious character he played in Taxi Driver or even the strict dad from Meet The Parents.
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house of Dior Christian Dior … the talented French designer founded one of the world’s most remarkable and enduring fashion houses. words Susan Lang-Lemckert
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With art, as in life, timing is everything. And few have timed things with more precision – or style – than legendary French designer Christian Dior. Like being born in the 20th century, when unprecedented social and economic upheavals not only made his innovations possible, but ensured their triumph in the modern world. And the launch of his striking new designs into a market hungry for style after years of wartime deprivation. And even in having the foresight to groom an early protégé – one Yves Saint Laurent – whose exceptional talents saw the House of Dior continue to grow in the aftermath of its founder’s premature passing. Even today, more than 60 years after his death at the age of 52, Dior is considered one of the most important designers of recent history, although his time at the helm of his own label spanned only ten years. Fashion design would have been denied his talent altogether had Dior followed the more traditional career his parents had hoped for. Appalled by his aspirations to study architecture at the Academy of Fine Arts, they insisted he enrol at the prestigious Ecole des Sciences Politiques with a view to becoming a diplomat. But it soon became evident that Dior’s passions lay elsewhere – his love of all things artistic saw him frequenting galleries, cafés and bars with a bohemian coterie, reputedly including Picasso and Cocteau, who shared his eclectic interests. Following a period of conscription with the Fifth Engineers Corps, Dior sought to set up an avant garde gallery with a friend, and to his surprise, his father, Maurice Dior – by now accepting of his deep love of art – gave him the capital to do so. But there was a proviso – he must never allow the name Dior, at that time synonymous with the family’s prosperous fertiliser manufacturing firm, to be associated with the artistic venture. The joy of the gallery’s initial success was tempered by a dark period for the Dior family, when Christian’s brother died, his mother fell fatally ill, and his father lost everything in the wake of the 1929 stock market crash. Then Christian’s gallery also failed, and he developed tuberculosis ... so he went first to the Pyrenees and then to Ibiza to recuperate. Determined to succeed on his return to Paris, Christian first produced and sold fashion sketches to haute couture houses, then became a full-time designer for couturier Robert Piguet. Here he found instant success with his Cafe Anglais dress and other designs, before his new career was interrupted by another spell in the military as the Second World War began. But by 1941 Dior was back in his niche, this time designing for Lucien Lelong during an exciting period for fashion where the extraordinary creativity of French designers not only met but triumphed over the strictures of wartime. >>
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A show at London’s Savoy Hotel that same year led to an invitation from the Queen for Dior to present a private show for the royal family. Though all in attendance were suitably impressed, King George V forbade the young Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret from wearing New Look outfits. He felt their doing so would be insensitive to a general public still living with post-War rationing.
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However, in 1951, Dior created a breathtaking gown for Princess Margaret to mark the occasion of her 21st birthday. Fashioned in silk organza, his exquisite design featured gold stars and mother of pearl on the shoulder.
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Look from the Spring/Summer 1948 Haute Couture Collection
“True luxury requires genuine materials and the craftsman’s sincerity. It is only meaningful when it respects tradition.” – C h r i s t i a n D i o r
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dior through history 1905 Christian Dior is born into a prosperous French family in the fertiliser manufacturing industry 1923 Begins political science studies at the Ecole des Sciences Politiques 1927 Contracted as a sapper in the Fifth Engineers Corps 1928 Christian opens a modern art gallery in partnership with Jacques Bonjean Early Christian’s father Maurice is bankrupted following the stock market crash of 1929 1930s When his own gallery closes due to financial hardship, Christian survives by selling
art and fashion sketches Falls ill with tuberculosis, spends a year recuperating in Ibiza
1935 Begins design career in Paris, selling fashion sketches 1938 Begins designing fashion for Robert Piguet
Finds immediate success with his Cafe Anglais design
1939 Designs stage clothes for the play a School for Scandal
Serves as an officer in the French Army
1941 Returns to Paris and begins designing for Lucien Lelong 1946 Begins Christian Dior Limited with backing from textile manufacturer Marcel Boussac
Opens his first premises at 30 Avenue Montaigne
1947 Stages first Dior fashion show – featuring the now-legendary ‘New Look’
Receives Neiman Marcus Award – the ‘Oscar for Couture’ Launches Miss Dior, his first fragrance
1948 Arranges licensed production of accessories like furs, ties and hosiery
Establishes Christian Dior Parfums branch
1953 Introduces the Tulip Line Launches first Christian Dior footwear Appoints Yves Saint Laurent as a Dior designer Releases first Christian Dior lipstick
1954 Introduces the ‘French Bean’ line 1955 Introduces the ‘A’ and ‘Y’ lines 1956 Receives Parsons School of Design Distinguished Achievement Award 1957 40 of Saint Laurent’s designs are included in the Dior collection
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Dior anoints Saint Laurent as his eventual successor to the House of Dior Appears on the cover of Time magazine Christian Dior suffers fatal heart attack while on holiday in Montecatini, Italy, aged 52
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Dior’s growing renown saw him establish his own fashion house just after the war, with financial backing from textile magnate Marcel Boussac, who was also known as the ‘King of Cotton’. He had a deep faith in Dior’s vision to revolutionise fashion as an art form, and to successfully launch that art form into a welcoming, style-starved marketplace. And the passing of Christian’s father Maurice freed him to use the family name for his new venture. Opening Christian Dior Limited in grand style with premises at 30 Avenue Montaigne, a staff of 85, a signature fragrance – Miss Dior, and a collection of 90 designs, Dior was always destined for great things. Though named ‘Corolle’ and ‘Huit’, this debut collection’s opulent, feminine lines became universally known as the ‘New Look’ courtesy of a quote from Harper’s Bazaar’s Editor-in-Chief Carmel Snow, and proved so popular that the store had to remain open into the evenings to meet client demand. Dior’s widespread success saw rapid expansion, including the opening of a boutique in New York City. And by 1949 – only two years after the company’s official launch – Dior fashions accounted for 75 per cent of Paris’s fashion exports, and generated 5 per cent of the country’s total export revenue. By this time Christian Dior’s name had become as prestigious as his designs and fragrances, and a licensing program for luxury accessories like neckties, furs, hosiery, hats, gloves and jewellery began. Though initially considered by some as an unseemly move for an haute couture label, this innovation proved immensely profitable, and was subsequently adopted by many other fashion houses. As his empire grew, Dior opened more international outlets and continued adding new products – footwear, lipstick, and even his own model agency, the London-based Christian Dior Models Limited. And in March 1957 he became the first fashion designer to grace the cover of Time magazine. Only one other designer, Giorgio Armani, has been similarly honoured. Though tragic, his sudden death in 1957 did not spell the end of the company Dior had worked so hard to establish and steer to prominence. Yves Saint Laurent, who’d been appointed as Dior’s first (and, as it transpired, only) Head Assistant and whose artistic development had seen 40 of his designs included in the 1957 collection, was ready and perfectly poised to take on the role of Head Designer. Indeed, his first collection after Dior’s death was designed in only nine weeks, and he was lauded as a national hero for retaining the essence of Dior while creating softer, lighter lines and garments that were easier to wear. And so the House of Dior continued to expand into new realms – including babywear, knitwear, cosmetics and skincare, menswear and watches – as the 20th century progressed and became the new millennium. Today the company has a retail presence in six continents, with more than 200 outlets throughout the world, and remains as synonymous with style and luxury as was Christian Dior himself throughout his short but prolific lifetime. It’s fitting that a favourite quote from the man behind the label: ‘True luxury requires genuine materials and the craftsman’s sincerity. It is only meaningful when it respects tradition’, still serves as the company’s mission. And there’s no doubt the Dior family would be very proud of the enduring fashion legacy he created that’s now inextricably linked to their world-famous surname.
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on the QT QT Fashion Week and Awards Gold Coast will be a fashionable feast.
Photography Freya Elizabeth Hair & Makeup Lara Quinn Stylist Brittney Moroko Models Hayley and Blake @ Division Model Management
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Since the unveiling of QT Gold Coast in late 2011, the unique designer resort has developed a reputation as one of the region’s hottest entertainment destinations. The Baja California style Stingray Lounge Bar has become the premier hangout of Gold Coast’s ‘it’ crowd and the unique market-place style dining at Bazaar is reason enough for many guests to return. The hotel has also been known to host a myriad of A-list celebrities including the likes of Natalie Imbruglia, Zara Phillips, Samuel L Jackson, Jason Segel, Kris Smith and Samantha Harris. Now they’re back at it! QT Gold Coast, in partnership with local fashionista Michaela Fitzgerald, will become the home of QT Fashion Week and Awards Gold Coast. Award Categories include: Established Designer, Up & Coming Designer and Up & Coming Swimwear Designer with prizes to the value of $2,000 up for grabs. With more designers, more events, more style and more glamour, the week-long event will feature non-stop fashion with daily runway shows from emerging and established designers, a fashionista’s hightea, spaQ’s fashion makeover, a designer lunch at Bazaar and a few surprises in-between. Local designers Mac & Bain, Mellina Hollway, La Biquini, Saucy Rose and Zoe Norton are already committed to showcase, with more still being added to the program. The event will launch with a glamorous cocktail party at Stingray Lounge Bar on Monday 22 April from 7pm. The perfect backdrop for the changing face of Gold Coast fashion, QT Gold Coast offers a contemporary space that mixes ‘nostalgic surfer chic’ and ‘Miami catwalk cool’. Custom furniture, graphica and pops of bold colour are some of the unmissable highlights of the design inspired by the 1950s and 60s with Eames-era chairs, artist-crafted feature walls and photographic ceiling mosaics of the Gold Coast through the ages. To make the most of the Fashion Week festivities and rub shoulders with fashion’s who’s-who, be sure to book your accommodation early.
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wedded bliss Designer profile – DARB Bridal Couture designer and owner Brad Webb. Have you always had an interest and talent for fashion design? What made you specialise in bridal couture? I have always loved fashion and fabrics and playing with textures. Bridal couture really gives you the opportunity to create a special gown for a special day. Your exquisite designs are highly sought-after. What steps are involved in creating a gown? When designing for the collection I start with the idea then source the fabrics or prepare fabrics such as having beadwork done. I then work on the pattern and once that is created I try it out with a toile so the pattern and cut can be fine-tuned. After that it’s time to move into the beautiful silks – this is where the design really starts to come to life. A little more playing and creating along the way and voila … a new gown.
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What is the most important aspect of designing a dress for a bride? Are there more elements to consider than the fabric and design? One has to take into account the style of the wedding and the bride’s figure and her personality. There are many designs that will look fabulous on a bride but there will only be a few that a bride feels confident in … and that is the most important element. It’s all about looking terrific and being able to carry it off. How does designing a runway collection differ from creating a dress for an individual bride? Designing for the runway means more freedom in design. While I still like to create wearable couture for the runway you can afford to be a little more exaggerated and dramatic than you might for a customer. There is also a little more freedom as the model just has to look great walking the length of
the catwalk, you don’t have worry about mundane aspects like sitting down, fitting into a car and not crushing the fabric for example. Where do you draw your inspiration from? It comes from all over the place. Sometimes I will start with a fabric and let it guide the design from there and other times it may be a Renoir painting or maybe some exquisite architecture. Do you have a gown that was particularly memorable to create? There have been many but, of course, some of the award-winning gowns do stand out. (Is that indulgent of me to say that?) I guess the first Supreme award-winning gown is a particular favourite of mine. It had the most exquisite English lace and organza fabric that I teamed with beautiful Swarovski crystal beading … the textures just worked together beautifully.
If you had the opportunity, which fashion designer would you most like to meet and why? Oh Christian Dior ‌ totally classic and totally chic. When you are not designing beautiful gowns, how do you unwind and relax? I am a bit of a home body and living at Sanctuary Cove makes it very easy to relax. I love to go down to The Marine Village on Sundays for a meal or maybe a swim in the pool, and its always very revitalising to just go for a walk round the streets. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? I have just been fortunate enough to spend five weeks in Europe over Christmas checking out some of the famous sights which was amazing. The buildings, which are a passion of mine, were incomparable ‌ to think what they have seen and what stories they could tell! Next trip, though, I think needs to be to T h e B y r an o namazing B y 1 2resort. 3 4 0 1 8 0 2 . pdf Pa ge
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timeless elegance Carla Zampatti … her name is synonymous with classic design. words Henrietta Dups
Carla Maria Zampatti AM is an accomplished woman, both in the fashion industry and out. Her values of family, quality, and self-belief are uncompromised and they are the key to her success. Carla, along with many fashion greats including Valentino Garavani and Miuccia Prada, hails from the Northern Italian region of Lombardy. She emigrated to Australia with her family at age nine, and in response to that completely new beginning, she values the importance of family. Quality time with them is something she has never compromised on. Weekends were always dedicated to family, and in this way Ms Zampatti successfully pioneered motherhood as a businesswoman. A testament to her close-knit family ethos, all three of her children are involved in Carla Zampatti Pty Limited; Alex Schumann sits on the Board of Directors, daughter Allegra Spender is the General Manager, and her sister Bianca Spender joins her mother in the design atelier. Raised in Lovero, a picturesque village nestled deep within a valley of snow-capped mountains, Carla has fond childhood memories of accompanying her mother through the narrow streets of her hometown to the dressmaker. Recalling the genesis of her design ambitions, Carla described her creative inspiration in an interview with Sandra Sully in 2012; “The dressmakers were very creative, and ready to wear wasn’t available. You went along to your dressmaker and you talked about your needs and they came up with styles … I thought that was really an exciting, creative environment – and I thought later on, when I grow up, that’s what I want to be.” Upon her arrival in Australia, Carla was faced with a starkly different world of fashion. The typically Italian design philosophy of subtlety in colour and cut was exchanged for the mass-produced readywear fashion of 1950s Australia. Inspired to revolutionise the Australian fashion industry, Ms Zampatti released her first small collection in 1965, followed by the national launch of Zampatti Ltd in 1967, and then the establishment of Carla Zampatti Pty Limited three years later.
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Carla Zampatti brings something special to the design table; every collection combines the convenience of ready-wear with the fine cuts and luxurious materials of her Italian origins. Her current collection is no exception; combining feminine lace and textured material with sleek, classic cuts reminiscent of Parisian fashion design. What results is a stunning assemblage of understated chic, embodying first-class elegance with international appeal. Evocative of effortless glamour, her Autumn/Winter collection has set the sartorial standard for inspiring feminine poise and refinement through dress. Textured suiting lends a sophisticated air to business and daywear, while tailored leather updates a classic wardrobe. Pair with a frayed edge cream tweed jacket or baroque brocade blazer and soft shirting to create an exciting and wearable mix of fabrics with modern appeal. An essential silhouette in this season’s wardrobe are the Cape jackets and Cape coats in black, navy and cream wool; styled back with a crop pant or worn unaccompanied as a chic coat dress, these pieces are timeless staples for the discerning woman. For evening, the luxe black brocade cape adds drama to a lace evening gown making an opulent ensemble with European grace. Zampatti has captured the essence of luxury in her dresses and gowns, adding delicate lace to sheer detailing and peplum layers in scarlet, red, cream, black, and ocean blue. The evening elements of lace, sequins and velvet complement the collection. Her champagne gold sequin slinky halter gown and black sequin/velvet cold-shoulder gown both emanate red carpet style. Fashion aside, Carla Zampatti AM is a formidable woman who embodies the style and confidence of her designs. A respected businesswoman, she is Executive Chairman of Carla Zampatti Pty Limited and Chairman of the SBS Corporation. She also holds a Directorship with the Westfield Group, is a Trustee of the Sydney Theatre Company Foundation Trust, and is a Board Member of the Australian Multicultural Foundation. Carla has been recognised with a number of Australian and international awards for achievement and excellence. She is a Member of the Order of Australia (AM), was a Bulletin/Qantas Businesswoman of the Year, and in 1994 the fashion industry of Australia named her Designer of the Year. In 2004, the Italian government appointed Carla Commendatore (Commander) in the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. The Australian Fashion Laureate was awarded to her in August 2008. Already being a Member of the Order of Australia, Carla was appointed Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) as part of The Queen’s Birthday Honours in June 2009. It is this final honour that recognises Carla Zampatti AM as a remarkable role model for women. Mother, successful businesswoman, respected fashion designer and Member of the Order of Australia, Carla Zampatti is an icon of empowered women both in Australia and internationally.
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anniversary edition Aston Martin celebrates its centenary in style. words CHRIS NIXON
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With a longer history than any other major sports
“The car’s stunning visual appeal is now
car brand, Britain’s Aston Martin celebrates its
matched by a much more powerful and yet more
100th anniversary this year.
efficient engine – our exceptional new AM11 V12 –
There will be parties and special events around the world, including Australia, and for the lucky few some anniversary editions available to buy.
performance potential of the Rapide S,” he said. “It is a four-door sports car that uniquely
Since it was incorporated in 1913, Aston Martin
combines luxury, style and sporting excitement in
has built just 60,000 sports cars – fewer than some
Aston Martin’s most flexible and accommodating
companies would produce in a month. But so
silhouette.
coveted are they that 90 per cent remain in existence. While performance, elegance and exclusivity are
“Purity of proportion and exceptional elegance are
mixed
with
truly
sensational
dynamic
Aston hallmarks, the brand established itself in the
performance – this is the four-door sports car in its
public consciousness through two main activities
most versatile form, and I am sure our customers
– its multiple wins in the famous Le Mans 24 Hour
around the world are going to love it.”
race in France and its appearance as a star in its
A James Bond limited edition has never been built of the revered make, but a Centenary model is a reality.
which increases massively both the excitement and
own right in numerous James Bond films.
Increases in engine power and torque have led to swifter performance. The Rapide S shaves
A James Bond limited edition has never been
0.3 seconds off its 0-100 kmh time, which drops
built of the revered make, but a Centenary model
to just 4.9 seconds for the new model. Top speed
is a reality.
climbs to 306 kmh. Short of a visit to your local
Centenary Edition Aston Martins will be available
showroom with chequebook in hand, your best
worldwide on just 100 examples of each of the car
chance to see the Rapide S and the Centenary
maker’s model lines, V8 Vantage, DB9, Rapide
models up-close lies in a British summer holiday.
and Vanquish. The exterior features a unique graduated paint finish, solid sterling silver Aston Martin wings badges with enamel inlay and a special Aston Martin hallmark. A Centenary Edition Aston Martin is identified inside by its Deep Soft black leather – previously
The centrepiece of the celebrations will be a week-long festival of all things Aston Martin from 15 July. Centenary
Week
will
feature
open-house
activities at Aston Martin’s exclusive Gaydon headquarters, including factory-based events and driving tours.
featuring only in the One-77 hypercar – with
The week will culminate in a 1,000-guest
contrasting silver stitching, a special silver thread
‘birthday party’ on Saturday 20 July and a
embroidery of the Aston Martin wings in the head
spectacular Centenary Concours event in central
restraints and solid sterling silver sill plaques
London on Sunday 21 July.
individually numbered with an Aston Martin hallmark.
This
highlight
of
the
100th
Anniversary
Each car will also be supplied with a presentation
celebrations will be held in central London in
box containing a number of exclusive gifts, including
partnership with the Aston Martin Heritage Trust
two glass keys, two bespoke key pouches made
and the Aston Martin Owners Club. It will feature
from leather matching the car’s interior trim, solid
the 100 most iconic cars in a concours display
silver cufflinks featuring the Aston Martin script,
and up to 1,000 Aston Martins forming the largest
solid silver Rollerball pen and high quality Bang &
gathering in the 100-year history.
Olufsen headphones. Not to mention a polishing cloth to keep it all shiny.
A number of centenary drives will also be held. These will include a James Bond-themed route
Coinciding with the centenary is the launch of
around England and Wales, taking in a number
a significantly upgraded version of the maker’s
of the iconic Bond film locations, a drive through
glamorous four-door GT, called the Rapide S.
the Highlands and Islands of Scotland and a rally
Hailed as the world’s most beautiful, and
through six European countries in six days.
beautifully balanced, four-seat sports car, the
In America, the Pebble Beach centenary
Rapide S boasts an imposing new front grille
drive program offers a chance to visit some of
and a re-designed rear deck profile with a more
California’s most scenic regions before spending
pronounced boot lid ‘flip’.
the weekend at the legendary Pebble Beach
The aerodynamic upgrades counteract lift at higher speeds.
Concours d’Elegance. The centenary celebrations seem like just
Aston Martin Chief Executive Dr Ulrich Bez
the thing for gentlemen and ladies to celebrate
describes the Rapide S as ‘the power of luxury
their ownership of this most exclusive and
in action’.
quintessentially British sports car.
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a sporty drive Feature-by-feature, the Volvo S60 T4 is great value for money. words CHRIS NIXON
It is hard to seriously fault a new car these days,
As a result, the XC90, XC70 and XC60 SUVs,
by and large they’re all pretty satisfactory and
C70 convertible, S/V 40 and S60 have been the
purchase choice will come down to factors such
most popular Volvos in Australia in years.
as personal preferences, needs and budget.
auto transmission. I couldn’t see much need to have more than the delightful T4 1.6, the least expensive variant.
But the Volvo S60 T4 certainly belongs in the
revitalised Volvo to appeal as a Swedish alternative
There’s something satisfying about driving a
‘surprise package’ category when it comes to
to Audi, Lexus or BMW now comes from China and
premium five-seater that goes perfectly well with
standout motor vehicles.
the company’s owner Geely Automotive Holdings.
an efficient 1.6 litre turbocharged engine. It delivers
(And compounding the S60’s multinational origins,
modest fuel consumption of 7.4 litres per 100 kms.
It’s not a new model, having launched here in 2011, but the one I drove recently was my first. My positive impressions were confirmed by the many
it’s built in Belgium.)
The engine is lively and smooth. The twin clutch-
Volvo appears in no danger of being changed
type auto is efficient at minimising the momentary
by Geely except for the better. As manufacturer
drop-offs in acceleration during up-changes –
I’ve had plenty of good experience with
of the Gleagle, Emgrand and Englon car brands,
because it shifts almost instantly – helping propel
Volvos. I owned a fantastic 122S sedan 40 years
(you’ve heard of those, haven’t you?) Geely has
the S60 from rest to 100 kmh in a competitive nine
ago and drove many newer examples during a
the capacity to invest in design and development,
seconds flat.
consultancy stint with the company. If any lacked
plus a big Chinese market hungry for a prestigious
stylistic or dynamic flair, they compensated with
western nameplate.
awards it has received around the world.
superb comfort, practicality, quality, reliability and durability. Those traditional virtues have been wrapped in recent years with a new design style led by Briton
We see the flow-on benefits here already in the super S60 (and the recently-announced V40). Six versions of the S60 are available in Australia, currently priced between $49,490 and $75,490.
Having a smaller engine in the nose also enhances the car’s poise. Its suspension is firm through corners in the European way, but not harsh over bumps. It’s a sporty drive even though it’s not a sports car. From behind the wheel, there’s a refined feel
Peter Horbury. He’s responsible for a modern
Engines are four-cylinder petrols of 132 kiloWatts
to the driving experience. Mechanical and road
Volvo’s recognisable exterior features – a large,
or 177 kW, a 120 kW five-cylinder diesel and a
noise are minimal and the chassis answers the
squar-ish front grille and pronounced hips on the
3.0 litre turbo V6 with 224 kW.
steering wheel with a fluid, steady response.
rear flanks.
40
All the more interesting that the push for this
drive; others are front-drive and all have six-speed
The most powerful engine mates to all-wheel
I contend that a good car stands out even to
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There’s something satisfying about driving a premium five-seater that goes perfectly well with an efficient 1.6 litre turbocharged engine.
un-sensitive or inexpert drivers. They can tell a good’un and the S60 is a car that should feel sweet to any driver. It also nannies them with the kind of five-star safety features expected of Volvo, a pioneer of designs to save us from ourselves. The S60 comes standard with a Volvo invention, City Safety, which uses forward-facing cameras and sensors to detect obstacles and at up to 30 kmh can automatically stop the car before a crash happens. Options are adaptive cruise control with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning and blind-spot warning. Alongside safety, an enduring Volvo virtue has been interior design, in particular the logical and easily-read layout of the
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The New AsToN MArTiN DB9 The heart of Aston Martin. The art of Aston Martin.
Riviera express or continental cruiser, the new Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and Volante exemplify the Sports GT endurance, agility, grace and now even more power combine to deliver a seductive potion that once tasted, is hard to resist. To experience the DB9’s powers of persuasion for yourself, contact: Paul Hewitt 179 Nerang Road Southport QLD 4215 07 5509 7111 www.sunshineastonmartin.com.au
Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the Aston Martin DB9: urban 13.1 (21.6); extra-urban 28.3 (10); combined 19.8 (14.3). CO2 emissions 333g/km
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Why compromise?
Aston Martin is a masterful blend of art, technology, craftsmanship and pure adrenalin; it is one of the world’s iconic brands.
Aston Martin
At a local level, 2012 (continuing the trend of the last decade) was a record year for Sunshine Aston Martin Queensland, with more new and pre-owned Astons delivered than ever before. Our confidence is clearly reflected in your confidence. Specialising in unique limited edition models we witnessed the delivery of Australia’s most expensive road car in the now Brisbane-based hyper car, the One-77. We also managed the limited edition releases of the 4th generation collaboration with Zagato in the V12 Zagato and the V12 Vantage Roadster, of which only 101 have been built worldwide; we are proud and excited to announce that one is now residing on the Gold Coast.
Paul Hewitt General Manager Aston Martin
Aston Martin remains independent in spirit and ownership, embracing the ethos of creating cars of advanced engineering. Exemplified by craftsmanship of the highest quality and endowed with arousing performance, we have consistently produced cars with luxurious continent-crossing capabilities and a warmth of character that is impossible to resist. This year Aston Martin, the maker of high performance cars since 1913, celebrates its centenary. The start of our second 100 years is marked with an extraordinary landmark, with the release of Vanquish, our new flagship model which defines a unique breed of Super Grand Tourer. Vanquish is emphatically modern, yet unmistakably Aston Martin. It is a symbol of our commitment to embrace change and innovation
with its bold new design language and intelligent use of pioneering technology. With its full carbon fibre body and new V12 engine generating 565Hp/421kW and 620Nm it is the ultimate expression of Power, Beauty and Soul. The second release celebrating our centenary is the new DB9, the world’s most timeless and elegant Sports Grand Tourer. The latest continuation of the illustrious DB bloodline, the new DB9 extends an unbroken heritage dating back to the 1950s. A marriage of art and science, and a triumph of understated elegance, the new DB9 will deliver adrenalin via 510Hp and a 0-100 time of 4.6 seconds. This year we will also introduce the remarkable Rapide S, ‘the world’s most beautiful four-door car’. Even more assertive in look than before, it benefits from the new V12 engine introduced in Vanquish, here generating 550 Hp. Combining versatility and practicality, the adaptive Rapide S will also provide the driver and passengers with an undiluted supercar performance when required. This is a landmark year for Aston Martin, emphatically celebrated by an extraordinary release of new models which reflect Pure Aston Martin. Aston Martin is not a car, nor transport, it is one of the great destinations in life. A benchmark of your arrival, it is the start of a wonderful new journey. If you are not with us already, we look forward to meeting you this year. Paul Hewitt, General Manager Aston Martin paul.hewitt@sunshineastonmartin.com.au +61 7 5582 7888 179 Nerang Road Southport Q
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Let it reign.
INTRODUCING THE NEW GRANCABRIO MC Evolved from the legendary GranTurismo MC Stradale, this true four-seater convertible provides racing performance at its finest. With more aggressive styling and a 460 horsepower, 4.7-litre V8 engine, the new GranCabrio MC has been created to set your heart racing. From the exhilarating note of the MC Stradale exhaust through to its race-tuned suspension, the GranCabrio MC truly is the crown in the GranCabrio range. To experience it for yourself, contact EuroMarque Maserati today.
EuroMarque Maserati | 570 Wickham Street, For titude Valley QLD 40 06 Phone : ( 07) 3252 8222, Af ter Hours : Scot t Newland 0418 759 832 w w w.maseratibrisbane.com . au
V8 4691 CC ENGINE - MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT: 460 HP AT 7000 RPM - MAXIMUM TORQUE: 520 NM AT 4750 RPM - MAXIMUM SPEED: 289 KM/H
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Experience the beauty and aggression of
Euromarque Maserati Scott Newland General Sales Manager
A race-derived engine and chassis clothed in a beautiful body created by master designers is exactly what Maserati embodies. The passion that comes with selling these luxury automobiles is inevitable; Maserati in Queensland has fast become one of the most well-respected luxury marques. Scott Newland, General Sales Manager of EuroMarque Maserati, speaks of the brand’s growth in Queensland, which stems back to January 2005 when EuroMarque was born and the flagship created in Queensland. “EuroMarque Maserati’s growth is unsurpassed in the local luxury vehicle market and at its heart is the appeal of the cars and, most importantly, outstanding quality and service values. With continuous stunning new additions to the line-up coming in 2013, including the new Maserati Quattroporte, Maserati will ensure that growth continues,” Scott comments. “Our dedicated Maserati team, Anthony Webb and Christopher Tapp, are as enthusiastic about Maserati as I am.” Maserati offers an unmatched combination of performance, design, luxury, and exclusivity. Take the time to visit our Maserati dealership to savour their craftsmanship for yourself: the flowing lines, the gracefulness mixed with aggression, the elegance, gives a visceral reaction, and most cannot resist reaching out and touching it. Experience the passion and dedication of the EuroMarque Maserati team by visiting the showroom today. Scott Newland, General Sales Manager scottn@euromarque.com.au | +61 7 3252 8222 570 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley Q
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Contemporary styling and build quality ...
sunshine volvo
Luke Kelly General Manager Volvo
Sunshine Volvo is planning to assert dominance in the luxury sector this year with the launch of the all new V40. General Manager Luke Kelly said the five-door hatch was set to make a huge mark in the fastest growing car segment. “The V40 will showcase Volvo’s latest and greatest world-leading technology, and of course a new era in not only occupant safety but also pedestrian safety, with the world’s first pedestrian airbag,” Luke said. “This technology is the latest charge towards Volvo’s vision which is: By 2020, nobody shall be seriously injured or killed in a new Volvo.” It has been a big few years for the Volvo brand and gone are the days when the vehicles were perceived as ‘just a safe family wagon’. Volvo has branched out into the performance sector, pairing up with Swedish performance company Polestar to create some serious contenders to run against the German prestige sport marques. “It has done this without compromising on the safety values they have always delivered to their customers,” Luke said. “Volvo’s contemporary styling and build quality are second to none, and when matched with a world leading safety program make them a top contender in the prestige segment, without the price tag you would expect.” Sunshine Automotive has had the brand since 2002 and are excited about what Volvo has in the pipeline. “Volvo has an incredibly loyal customer following, which is due to grow and grow in the coming years,” Luke said. “Our customer database is a testament to that. We have such a large, repeat client database with some of our customers having owned as many as 19 Volvos throughout their lives. “The majority of their family members also opt for the brand due to the reliability, quality and safety.” If you are really serious about your familiy’s safety, then Volvo should definitely be on your shopping list. Luke Kelly, General Manager Volvo luke.kelly@sunshinevolvo.com.au | +61 7 5509 7106 179 Nerang Road, Southport Q
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drive to a different beat Continental GtC v8
The new Bentley Continental GTC V8 promises an open-top driving experience as exhilarating as it is refined. Accelerating through the smooth 8-speed transmission, the menacing growl becomes a thunderous roar. It’s the sound of the visceral 4.0-litre twin-turbo dashing from zero to 60mph in a mere 4.7 seconds. This is indeed a Bentley like no other. DIFFERENTLY DRIVEN.
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THE PINNACLE OF BRITISH LUXURY MOTORING Paul Piert
BENTLEY
Sales Manager
Immense power and instantly available relentless torque are the hallmarks of every Bentley. Every bend in the road, every kilometre of every journey feels effortless in one of these elegant roamers. Paul Piert, Bentley Brisbane Sales Manager, is only too familiar with the pleasure that comes from working with these desirable high-performance cars. “Having been with Bentley for over eight years throughout the UK and now in Brisbane, I have had the pleasure of watching the brand grow significantly over the past years and still remain at the top of the luxury car marque, where it will stay,” Paul says. “With exciting new model launches in 2013, the Continental GT Speed, the fastest Bentley ever made, and the all new Flying Spur, we are aiming for an even more prosperous year”. With over 90 years of history, Bentley still offers the same hand craftsmanship quality as when it was first established. But while Bentley honours its past, it doesn’t attempt to recreate it, making these automobiles not only a supercar performer but the leader in impeccable levels of refinement. However, words alone can never do justice to the experience of driving a Bentley first-hand. Only by slipping behind the wheel yourself can you truly appreciate the great craftsmanship that goes into making a Bentley feel effortless to drive. Experience this once in a lifetime journey, and share the passion Paul and the team have for Bentley, at Bentley Brisbane showroom today. Paul Piert, Sales Manager Bentley paulp@bentleybrisbane.com.au | +61 7 3257 7222 570 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley Q
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THE NEW HOME OF LUXURY ON THE GOLD COAST IS NOW OPEN We invite you to visit our new state of the art facility, where the passionate pursuit of perfection extends far beyond our range of award winning vehicles. The benefits of owning a Lexus extend beyond the pleasure of driving one and Lexus of Southport are pleased to offer an exclusive range of owner benefits for you to enjoy.
LEXUS ENCORE PRIVILEGES PROGRAMME INCLUDES:
EXCLUSIVE LEXUS OF SOUTHPORT OWNER BENEFITS INCLUDES:
• Complimentary service loan vehicle • Courtesy pickup and drop off from home / office • Lexus DriveCare • Lexus Premium Ticketing • Lexus Magazine
• Airport Valet Service from Brisbane Airport* • Complimentary use of our executive boardrooms across South East Queensland • L’Finesse café with complimentary Wi-Fi • Dedicated children’s play area
We look forward to welcoming you to our dealership and the opportunity to demonstrate our vehicles and service to you. *Refer to http://www.lexusofsouthport.com.au/about/about-us/owner-benefits for full terms and conditions.
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2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport pre-production model
2013 Lexus LS 600h F Sport pre-production model
For Lexus of Southport, 2013 promises to be a year full of milestones, beginning with the opening of the refurbished dealership. The modern home of luxury on the Gold Coast embodies two finely balanced concepts which are central to our design philosophy – ‘leading edge’ and ‘finesse’. The new dealership is refined, embracing casual elegance, while elevating the Lexus experience to new heights by offering our owners and guests service you would normally expect from a 5-star hotel. From our espresso café to our customer lounge with complimentary Wi-Fi, the luxurious surroundings allow our owners and guests a place where they can relax and enjoy this state of the art dealership. Other facilities include a dedicated service centre, an executive boardroom with IT integrated video conferencing capabilities, and a dedicated play area for the children. In February, Lexus launched the ‘reinvented’ LS 460 and LS 600h. The flagship of the Lexus Fleet, the LS is available in two different drive trains, a 4.6 litre V8 petrol or a 5 litre V8 hybrid. The aerodynamic lines immediately command attention, while inside the air of refined luxury blends with advanced technology for an incomparable driving experience. In the third quarter of 2013, Lexus will launch the latest IS Line. Arguably the most loved of all the Lexus vehicles, the ‘all-new’ IS will feature the highly regarded 2.5 litre V6 IS 250 and luxurious yet powerful 233kW V6 IS 350, as well as introducing to the IS line for the first time, the IS 300h, an all-new, highly efficient hybrid drive train. In conjunction with a dramatic new design featuring the Lexus spindle grille, the latest IS has been engineered to provide outstanding dynamic driving capabilities. The IS 250, IS 350 and the new IS 300h hybrid models will also be available in the popular F Sport variants. In keeping with the F Sport philosophy, all F Sport models will add further powerful and visual enhancements to the already dynamically engaging new IS Line. We look forward to welcoming you to Lexus of Southport. 161 Ferry Road Southport Q +61 7 5509 7000
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sunshine JAGUAR Andrew Jackson
dealer of the year 2011 and 2012
Sales Manager
Jaguar has always been a forward thinking company and that philosophy informs the work we do to this day, consistently focusing on engineering excellence and beautiful design. We have a remarkably rich history, one that has shaped our strategies throughout the past 80 years and continues to exert a positive influence today. We are extremely pleased to report that since the launch of the current range, a record number of Jaguars have been sold on the Gold Coast in 2012, an achievement we are all very proud of here at Sunshine Jaguar. We are currently transitioning into very exciting times with a rebranding initiative last year which has broadened our demographic and seen an influx of younger buyers come across to Jaguar. The XF has proved particularly appealing to a slightly younger audience than we have seen in the past. With many new products in the pipeline, including the new F-Type which is due to be launched locally in the third quarter of this year, there is certainly lots to be excited about. The F-Type is the spiritual successor to the infamous E-Type, an icon of the motoring world since its inception. We believe the F-type will be the new benchmark sports car on which others are judged. There are three engine variants available including a choice of 3.0 V6 Supercharged 250 kW, with the ‘S’ rated at 280 kW and the flagship 5.0 V8 Supercharged rated at 364 kW, 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds. We are currently taking orders and are already into 2014 production, with many clients still not having seen the car in real life! In my rookie year with Jaguar I am extremely proud to be at the top of the league table for the ‘Jaguar Bench Marque’ programme for both sales and customer satisfaction, and I look forward to continued success for 2013. If, like many people, you have always promised yourself a Jaguar one day then there has never been a better time to take a closer look. We have recently launched our new 2013 model range and have seen revised pricing on all models. You can now drive away a brand new Jaguar XF 2.0Turbo for $74,990, representing outstanding value for this amazing vehicle. Myself and the team here at Sunshine Jaguar look forward to seeing you soon to share the Jaguar experience. Andrew Jackson, Sales Manager Jaguar andrew.jackson@sunshinejaguar.com.au | +61 7 5509 7100 179 Nerang Road, Southport Q
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bruce lynton
Beric Lynton Dealer Principal
A second-generation family owned and operated business, the Bruce Lynton Group has a well-earned reputation for integrity, loyalty and mutual respect in all aspects of their operations having served the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers areas for over 39 years. Over the years the Group has evolved and developed to be at the pinnacle of the prestige automotive industry. As well as being Australia’s longest serving BMW dealer, the group also includes the MINI, Land Rover, Alfa Romeo and Fiat marques and Bruce Lynton Quality Cars, which specialises in quality used vehicles. The Bruce Lynton Group is also an active member of the Gold Coast community, raising well in excess of $1.3 million dollars, over the 12 years it has been running, for local charities including Cancer Council Queensland, Guide Dogs Queensland, Surf Life Saving and Youngcare. The annual Bruce Lynton Charity Ball, held this year on 20th April at RACV Royal Pines Resort, remains one of the most anticipated events on the Gold Coast social calendar, while the group’s Charity Golf Day on 19th April is also widely popular. Racing is another passion. Bruce himself raced for many years with his son, Beric, growing up in the pit area. Racing in categories including Production Car, Sports Sedans, open wheelers and historic cars, Bruce also competed in the Bathurst 1000 driving an Alfa Romeo. As a teenager Beric was eager to get into racing and after finishing university he was able to turn his dreams into reality and embark upon his racing career. Since then Beric has competed in over 63 races Australia wide including the Bathurst 24 Hour Race, multiple Australian Performance Car Championships, Australian Production Car Championships, MINI Challenges and the Nurburgring 24 Hour Race in Germany. His impressive car collection has ranged from BMW M3, BMW M3R, BMW 323i, MINI Cooper S JCW Challenge Car and Holden HQ. In 2012, together with legendary designer, Ralph Bellamy, he built his latest ‘toy’ the BMW 1M, the first of its kind in the world. Beric Lynton, Dealer Principal bmwsales@brucelynton.com | +61 7 5557 7999 82 - 84 Nerang Street Southport Q
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THE autobiography … OUT NOW
This is a remarkable story of how a young boy brought up in the war-ravaged East side of London went on to become a leading journalist, then a key figure in the cruise-ship industry and finally a multi-millionaire businessman and entrepreneur in the UK and Australia.
• “How lovely you have written this book,”
Although essentially an autobiography covering a remarkable life, the author cleverly slips in so many personalities he counted as close friends. He takes us from an air raid shelter during the blitz, to chatting up Brigitte Bardot. From giving Richard Madeley his first job to cruising the world in command of a cruise ship. From sharing a two family home with World Cup hero Sir Geoff Hurst to reminiscing about the good old days with his next door neighbour, Max Bygraves.
• “So many great memories of our long friendship,” SIR GEOFF HURST MBE
The author’s journalistic background helps him tell a fascinating story in an easy-to-read style. His sense of humour and his amusing anecdotes make for good reading.
THE LORD CAREY, ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY
• “Ou La La,” BRIGITTE BARDOT
So many well-known British personalities feature in the story that it is bound to appeal to a large audience in the UK. At the same time the author’s connections with Australia and the story of his business ventures in New South Wales and Queensland will attract a wide range of readers here as well.
Available from all good booksellers or direct from Cove Travel +61 7 5577 9211
WHATEVER’S GOING TO BECOME OF US? BY TERRY HOPLEY NEW HOLLAND PUBLISHING AUSTRALIA newholland.com.au
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there’s a new choice Marco Kim
infiniti
Retail Principal
Japanese luxury car brand Infiniti has now joined the ranks of Porsche, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi in Australia with a vehicle line-up promoted as ‘performance luxury’. Long established throughout the USA and Europe, Infiniti has entered its boutique Australian showrooms with four exciting models: the FX crossover, the Infiniti M sedan and a matching pair of two-door sports cars, each known as the G37. A ‘performance cross-over’, the Infiniti FX is not a traditional luxury SUV. It’s more a sports car blended with an SUV’s stance, with handling more akin to the former. Buyers can choose from three different engines – a 235kW 3.7-litre petrol V6, a 550Nm 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 and a 287kW 5.0-litre petrol V8 with a 0-100km/h time of only 5.8 seconds, faster than a Porsche Cayenne S. Next up is the company’s luxury sports sedan, the Infiniti M. Like its FX sibling, it features distinct styling and an emphasis on driving dynamics. Again, three engines are available: the same petrol (M37) and turbo-diesel (M30d) V6s in the FX as well as a high-tech 3.5-litre petrol V6 hybrid, called the M35h. It’s not an ordinary hybrid. The good folks at Infiniti have used its highly efficient electric motor for fuel economy and propulsion so it’s a surprisingly fast car. Sports car lovers will find Infiniti’s G37 Coupe and matching G37 Convertible models very tempting. Powered by the marque’s 235kW V6 engine, they offer dynamic handling and rapid acceleration in a rich equipment package. The G37 convertible’s retractable metal roof gives open-top motoring for four. Joining the Australian Infiniti range later this year will be the stunning new Infiniti Q50 sedan. This model is a technological tour-de-force and if reactions at its Detroit Auto Show world premiere are any indication, it will prove a seriously popular challenger in this all-important part of the luxury car market. “Infiniti is a luxury car brand for those who don’t always want to follow the crowd. Our cars are dynamic and luxurious. Importantly, our customers tell us they deliver an excitement that has been missing from the luxury car market. When you drive one I’m certain you will agree,” says Marco Kim. 5 James Street Fortitude Valley Q sales@infiniti-brisbane.com.au | +61 7 3000 5999
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Jano Dawes with Simon & Lisa Gallaher
James Earl Jones, Angela Lansbury & Boyd Gaines
Bill Tsiknaris & Jess Casey
Carol & Leisa Bacon
Cindy Ullrich & Karen Kay
Driving them wild Where: QPAC, Brisbane When: 9 February
Louise & Danielle Milne
Loretta & Verna Ryan
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Clint Jeavons & Kelly Cooper
What: Local dignitaries and special guests attended the Opening Night of the Australian Premiere season of Driving Miss Daisy. Veteran actors Angela Lansbury and James Earl Jones, along with co-star Boyd Gains, charmed the very appreciative audience who gave the cast a spontaneous standing ovation at the curtain call.
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Michelle Chandler & Cyril Chandler
Luke Stepsys
Tim Willoughby, Adam Cook & Charlie Thomson
Yulia Nossova & Mila Lobaseva
Andre Retamero
Niki Taranto & Sarah Harvey
Year of the Snake Where: Bazaar, QT Gold Coast When: 10 February
Ami Barnes & Jeff Judd
Annie Pang & Mitch Ahannon
Andy Yang & Jacque Coplick photography: Andrew Meadowcroft gcvip.com.au
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What: Kung Hei Fat Choi. Happy Chinese New Year. Bazaar celebrated the Year of the Snake by hosting a special event featuring a delicious array of Chinese cuisine created by QT Gold Coast Executive Chef Luke Stepsys and his team. Guests dined on a sumptuous Chinese banquet which included Peking duck, salt and pepper quail, Cha Shiu pork neck and Szechwanese hot and sour soup.
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Clint Forde, Nathan Bock, Gary Nicholls & Corey Bell
Chris Buttler with Quiksilver representatives Belinda & Laura
Kelly Slater
Tim Wright, Paul Hutson, Mikey Wright & Tom Carroll
Winning Team - Brad Trivett, Glen Godbee, Scott Hogan, Martin Grainey with Tom Carroll & Mark Richards
Travis Logie, Martin Potter, Jake Patterson & Jamie Wood
Riding the fairways Where: Glades Golf Course, Robina When: 27 February
Travis Davies, Michael Gugliotta, Travis Bell & Tony Dalton
Kelly Slater, Simon Traynor, Troy Brooks & Stephen Bell
Sein Lowry, Doug Lees, Louis Harris & Chris Buttler
Scott Hogan, Glen Godbee, Brad Trivett & Martin Grainey event & photography: Limetree Events
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What: Eleven times surfing World Champion Kelly Slater, and a host of other sporting stars, joined a field of 124 players for the annual Quiksilver Foundation Golf Classic. This year’s event was held at the Glades Golf Course and raised much-needed funds for the Surfrider Foundation and the Gold Coast Suns No Boundaries Program.
LUXURY GOLF TOUR
TO MISSION HILLS & BEIJING SIX NIGHTS – 24 SEPTEMBER - 1 OCTOBER 2013 Broaden your golfing and cultural experience with a fully escorted all-inclusive tour to China, offering first-class service, the finest facilities and absolute value.
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top tables Main Beach
Palazzo Versace
Chill on Tedder
Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa
MODERN AUSTRALIAN Main Beach // Vie Bar + Restaurant
MODERN AUSTRALIAN Main Beach // Tedder Avenue
buffet // seafood, modern australian Surfers Paradise
Awarded One Chef’s Hat by the Australian Good Food Guide, Vie Bar + Restaurant matches fine food with a stunning backdrop overlooking the Gold Coast Broadwater and Palazzo Versace’s private marina. Focusing on the best locally sourced produce, Chef de Cuisine Craig Wright showcases his fresh and rustic approach to Italian culinary traditions in the new Autumn menu.
SPECIAL LUNCH MENU Available 7 days 2 Courses $43 per person 3 Courses $49 per person
SPECIAL OFFER: 2 COURSES $49 | 3 COURSES $60 Monday and Tuesday nights from 6pm Award-winning, contemporary Australian fine dining at its best. Any local will tell you a visit to the Gold Coast must include lunch or dinner at Chill on Tedder. Clean flavours, extraordinary textures and fine wine, Chill impresses with its innovative and seasonal menus. Owners Daran and Leesa Glasgow and their team of professionals all contribute to the modern and relaxed atmosphere. Surrender to the chill this Autumn and try the new a la carte menu without the expense each Monday and Tuesday evening. *Limited time only. Not available public holidays or special events.
Citrique
@ Marriott A Seafood Lover’s Paradise The Marriott’s famous seafood buffet, offered at Citrique restaurant, is a must for all seafood lovers with its vast selection of ocean treasures including locally caught prawns, sweet fleshed bugs, oysters, mussels, Tasmanian smoked salmon and spanner crab. There is also a wonderful choice of artisan antipasto, roast meats, Asian inspired dishes, wood-fired pizzas and European classics. To finish, an array of hand-crafted desserts prepared by the resort’s pastry team are also available.
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94 Seaworld Drive • Main Beach, Q
Shop 10/26 Tedder Avenue • Main Beach, Q
158 Ferny Avenue • Surfers Paradise, Q
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MUDGEERABA
broadbeach
Burleigh Heads
The Wine Barrel
Room81
Oskars on Burleigh
MODERN AUSTRALIAN Mudgeeraba
FRENCH INSPIRED Broadbeach
Seafood // Modern Australian Burleigh Heads
Live music Friday and Saturday nights Reserve your table A gem in Mudgeeraba with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The Wine Barrel prides itself on using the finest produce from local artisans. They source free range and organic produce including free range pork and chicken, organic mussels and local Queensland or Northern Rivers seafood when available. Fully licenced, The Wine Barrel also offers an extensive wine and cocktail list, a large selection of spirits and boutique beers.
Art Lovers High Tea at Room81
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Contemporary Artspace, are excited to announce their intimate Art Lovers High Tea series. Whilst listening to the artists insights, guests can enjoy a selection of gourmet finger sandwiches, dips, lemon and fruit tarts, brownies, cheesecakes and French macaroons served with a glass of sparkling wine and tea or coffee. 5 April 2-4pm | Hilton Owen 19 May 11.30am - 1pm | Anne Smerdon
mother’s day - 12 may Every mum receives a rose Overlooking the famed Burleigh Point, the simplicity of natural elements and a relaxed modern ambience ensures the ultimate dining experience. With sensational views and first class service and cuisine, you can feel confident that your choice of venue will be applauded for your Mother’s Day lunch or dinner. From a romantic dinner for two, to an extravagant dinner for 100 – Oskars is sure to please.
$49 per person
Reserve your beachfront table now to avoid dissappointment.
For bookings contact Shelley Bishop +61 7 5570 0396 | H0454-sb3@sofitel.com
Open 7 days Lunch + Dinner
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Burleigh Beach House 43 Goodwin Terrace • Burleigh Heads, Q
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View the seasonal tapas menu and wine list online.
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italian@heart Tartufo Ristorante serves classic Italian flavours with good old-fashioned charm. words Tony Harper
Providing true, traditional Italian cuisine as it happens in the kitchens of Italy – fresh, vibrant dishes that rely on the quality of their ingredients for their beauty.
There is a wealth of great dishes and millennia of culinary tradition that make up the various cuisines of Italy. Tartufo Ristorante is one of the leaders of the modern pack: providing true, traditional Italian cuisine as it happens in the kitchens of Italy – fresh, vibrant dishes that rely on the quality of their ingredients for their beauty. Located in the chic Emporium precinct in Brisbane, Tartufo is owned and run by Tony Percuoco and his wife Gordana: the kitchen is Tony’s domain and the front of house Gordana’s, but in true Italian fashion those boundaries are often blurred: a swing of the kitchen doors, a flash of chef’s whites and Tony is doing the rounds of the tables, giving diners that extra bit of magic, the personal touch that seems endemic in European hospitality. The journey to Tartufo has been a long one. It begins in Naples – Tony’s birthplace – and a family steeped in the food game. His father Mario had
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restaurants in the home country before moving to Australia in the 1970s and making his mark here. “My late father was my inspiration, my older brother Armando from Buon Ricordo in Sydney is my mentor,” Tony admits. Tony was never in doubt about what he wanted to do with his life and in 1973 he began work at Bennelong in the Sydney Opera House, making his way up the ladder of the kitchen brigade through a number of Sydney restaurants until finally opening his own: Senso Unico in Surry Hills. His first restaurant in Queensland was Grissini on the Gold Coast. And Fellini, which he owned and operated with his brother Carlo and sister Anna, remains a Gold Coast icon despite the fact that Tony went on to open Tartufo in Brisbane. Asked about the move, Tony admits it was inspired by the dawning of our capital’s cosmopolitan age. “The reason I moved to Brisbane was purely a business decision to go back to a city and, yes,
Brisbane does remind me of Sydney or Melbourne in the mid 70s,” Tony explains. “It now has a café, wine bar and restaurant culture that is alive and well and apart from this, the art, opera and theatres are now of world standard.” So what makes Tartufo tick? For starters it inhabits a sublime space, a recreated golden-age brasserie (is there an Italian equivalent for such an evocative French term?) with a magnificent sweeping nickel bar, ornate ceiling, booths, nooks and acres of leather. There’s a cracking wine list that covers the better end of the domestic wines as well as a smart cast of Italian labels. But the deal-maker is a menu that is distinctly contemporary (without the frills and gastro-trickery) yet has its feet firmly planted in Italy. “A lot of the dishes in the restaurant are from classic Italian cuisine or many family recipes. A few modern techniques are used but you will not find any foams or stacked food,” he says. “My food is simple and the main ingredient is the star, not to be camouflaged by too many ingredients around it. But above all each dish should be a perfect balance of acidity, texture, aromas and clean flavours.” He’s not kidding. Tartufo peddles a menu wrapped around fresh produce, accompanied, cooked and presented with a sensitive touch. And it shines even brighter thanks to impeccable service and a lustrous setting. “A good restaurant is one that provides a good clean service with a smile and food that is easy to understand. Sometimes a so-called fine dining restaurant will have the waiter explaining a romance novel instead of just the simple facts of the food.” For some folk the hospitality game is a job, a way of making a living. For others it’s a passion and a way of life. As diners it’s easy to sense the difference: even the best run-by-numbers restaurant will always feel a little ‘hospitality by rote’. However, a restaurant run from the heart is imbued with imagination and sensitivity. That’s the restaurant worth visiting. For Tony Percuoco it has been quite a journey from Naples to Brisbane, spanning decades, miles and a wealth of experience. But it’s a journey that seems to have taken him closer to his roots, not geographically but creatively. In doing so he is bringing us closer to the elegant, fresh and vital side of Italian cuisine.
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• Elegant mid-size ships catering to just 684 or 1,250 guests • Finest cuisine at sea, served in a variety of open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge • Country club-casual ambiance; tuxedos and gowns are never required • Acclaimed Canyon Ranch SpaClub®
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Sophisticated Scandinavia From the mountains, Fjords & coastline of picturesque Norway, the cosy manor houses and castles of the enchanting Kingdom of Denmark, Sweden, home of ultra-cool urban fashion and world class design, to the medieval towns & majestic natural beauty of Finland, each Scandinavian tale is unique. The mid-sized ships of Oceania Cruises perfectly blend elegance and luxury with exceptional intimacy and warmth, providing you with the Scandinavian experience of a lifetime.
SCANDINAVIAN SERENADE 11 June 2013 | 14 Days | Marina London (Southampton), Amsterdam, Oslo, Copenhagen, Berlin, Riga, Tallinn, St Petersburg, Helsinki, Stockholm
Veranda Stateroom from $8,115 per person
BALTIC ODYSSEY
24 August 2013 | 10 Days | Marina Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Gdansk, Berlin, Copenhagen
Veranda Stateroom from $5,690 per person
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:* Fares listed are AU$, per person twin share based on best available category as at 11 February 2013 & include non commissionable port taxes, government fees and gratuities. Valid for new bookings, subject to availability, not combinable with other offers or loyalty programme benefits, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn without prior notice. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct error or omissions. Further terms and conditions can be found in the Oceania Cruises 2013 Europe Collection.
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fresh is best Enjoy these fresh flavours created by the award-winning team at Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove Resort.
“The Fireplace has helped me realise and personalise my own cooking style.” – C HRIS M C L EAY
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Nestled in The Great House of InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, the award-winning Fireplace restaurant is a hidden gem serving some of the best modern Australian cuisine to be found on the Gold Coast. The Fireplace provides a truly unique dining experience with a bustling open kitchen and chefs on show, creating the big flavours that the restaurant has become known for. After a ten-year absence, The Fireplace sous chef, Chris McLeay, has returned to the restaurant where he began his training, refining his passion for cooking in a familiar setting. Chris has travelled the globe, holding positions in numerous international five-star hotels, while learning the importance of using fresh, quality produce and managing successful teams. These experiences have led Chris to pursue a dream of becoming a food writer, undertaking a Journalism degree which will let him give back to the culinary world he so richly enjoys. “Travelling and witnessing the different cultures and cooking techniques, and tasting some amazing food, was a great experience. However, I still find the thrill of cooking with the wood-fired oven in The Fireplace has helped me realise and personalise my own cooking style.” The complexity of cooking in the wood-fired oven is something that takes skill. The wood fire is lit at least two hours before cooking to ensure the ideal temperature of 450°Celsius is reached. The brick laced exterior holds the immense heat which allows the oven to run on only one type of fuel – ten-year-old Ironbark.
Dedicated to providing outstanding craftsmanship
Herb marinated Buffalo Mozzarella with artichoke cream, heirloom tomatoes and pickled baby beets Ingredients 300g buffalo mozzarella 150g Jerusalem artichoke (peeled and sliced) 25g unsalted butter 200ml thickened cream 50ml olive oil 25g eshallots (diced) 5g fresh garlic 5g mixed green herbs 35g heirloom tomatoes 100ml crème fraiche 2 baby beetroots (red and yellow) 100ml apple cider vinegar 100ml sugar 8 pieces pistachio crouton (substitute with any style crouton) Edible flowers for garnish Method
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1. Marinate mozzarella with slivered garlic, chopped herbs and olive oil. 2. Let sit for at least 45 mins to absorb the flavours.
Jerusalem artichoke cream 1. Sautè eschallots in a pan with butter, a dash of olive oil and garlic until transparent. 2. Add the artichokes and lightly colour. 3. Add the cream and cook on low heat for 25 minutes. 4. Using a blender or food processor, puree the mix. 5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Robinson’s team of fully qualified professionals can manage all aspects of your kitchen, bathroom and laundry project – from inception to completion. • Kitchen, bathroom & laundry renovations
Pickled baby beets
• New kitchens, bathrooms & laundries
1. Peel beetroots, place in ice water and let sit for 10 mins. 2. In a saucepan, add the apple cider vinegar with the sugar and 100ml of water. 3. Put the beets in the pot and cook at medium heat for 30 mins. 4. When cooked, cool quickly to retain vibrant colours.
• Custom joinery including library fit-outs
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1. Thinly slice a few pieces of your favourite bread. 2. Lightly cover with herb olive oil, a little salt and pepper then place in the oven at 130°C for 12 mins.
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To serve 1. Put a big teaspoon of Jerusalem artichoke cream at one end of the plate and smear with the back of the spoon. 2. Place mozzarella on the cream and add a pinch of sea salt. 3. Place the tomatoes around the cheese, along with a few pieces of the pickled beets. 4. Add croutons last so they remain crisp. 5. Garnish with the edible flowers or any herb of your choice.
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cove cuisine The restaurants, cafĂŠs and bars at The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove offer a variety of tastes and cuisines from delicious main courses to decadent cocktails and desserts.
Black & White Lounge Bar offers an extensive drinks menu including this decadent coffee-based cocktail. Ingredients 30ml Patron XO 30ml Vodka 35ml Espresso 3 coffee beans
Patron Expresso Martini
Method 1. Mix all ingredients in a shaker. 2. Shake well. 3. Strain and pour into a Martini (cocktail) glass. 4. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.
Replicate the fresh flavours of this appetising chicken dish from Cove Tavern.
Ingredients 2 size 10 chickens, cut in half 250ml cider vinegar 160ml soy sauce 12 cloves garlic, squashed 100g ginger 3 chillies roughly cut 3 bay leaves 110g brown sugar 3 black peppercorns 3 brown onions diced 2 bunches pak choy 250g rice Method 1. Combine all ingredients, apart from chicken, rice and pak choy, in a saucepan and bring to boil. 2. Place chicken in a large oven proof dish and pour over hot liquid mixture. Leave in fridge for 4 hours. 3. Place in oven at 160C° for 2 hours. 4. Take chicken out of the broth and serve with steamed rice and wilted pak choy. 5. Spoon over some of the broth mixture for sauce. Serves 4
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Chicken Adobo
Tempt your tastebuds with these sweet treats from Sanctuary Cove Chocolate Shop.
Macaron Ingredients 750g Tant Port Tant (Half almond meal, half pure icing sugar) 75g icing sugar 300g caster sugar 300g egg whites Pinch Cream of Tartar Food colouring of choice
BLACK ANGUS BEEF Showcasing the very best eye fillet, this delicious dish is on the menu at Black Angus Bar & Grill. Black Angus Beef tataki with baby radish, pickled ginger, ponzu dressing and garlic chips.
Beef Ingredients 400g Black Angus eye fillet Method 1. Slice beef into 2 even pieces. 2. Season with salt, pepper and oil. 3. Sear beef in a fry pan on all sides until rare. 4. Place in fridge until cool.
Ponzu dressing Ingredients 100ml low salt soy sauce 50ml rice wine vinegar 50g brown sugar 50ml lemon juice 50ml lime juice 50 ml fresh ginger juice (grate fresh ginger and squeeze through a fine strainer or through a clean kitchen cloth) Method 1. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix together until sugar is dissolved.
Garlic chips
Method 1. Whisk the egg white and the cream of tartar to a foam and start adding the caster sugar in three additions. 2. Slowly increase the speed of whisking. 3. Continue to whisk until a firm peak is achieved then add the colour. 4. Transfer to a large bowl and slowly add the tant port tant followed by the icing sugar. 5. Change to a spatula and work the dough until it becomes shiny. 6. Pipe onto a non-stick pastry mat or lined baking tray using a 10mm plain piping tube. 7. Bake at 160째C for approximately 9 minutes.
Chocolate Filling Ingredients 200g milk chocolate 150g cream Method 1. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler and stir in the cream and butter. 2. Mix well then cool.
To assemble
1. Place about a teaspoon of filling on the flat side of one macaron shell. 2. Cover with another shell and twist until filling is evenly spread. Makes 30
French Chocolate Macarons
Ingredients 10 garlic cloves 500ml vegetable oil Method 1. Heat cooking oil to 130째C 2. Slice fresh garlic cloves on a mandolin to paper thin. 3. Fry garlic chips until crispy. 4. Drain on absorbent paper.
To serve Ingredients 2 baby radishes 50g pickled ginger 1 punnet baby coriander 1 punnet baby radish Method 1. Slice radish and place in a line along your serving plate. 2. Slice beef and serve on top of radish. 3. Dress beef with ponzu dressing. 4. Scatter garlic chips on top of beef. 5. Garnish with baby radish, coriander and pickled ginger. Serves 4
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Dinner in Wonderland Throughout May 2013, almost 200 of Australia’s top restaurants across six cities will generously donate tables, food and service to the Camp Quality Supper Club, a children’s cancer charity which fundraises to help create a better life for every child living with cancer in Australia. Each restaurant has donated a table of 12, with guests being served a gourmet, à la carte dinner complete with Champagne Taittinger and local wines from award-winning McWilliam’s. Diners will then be chauffeured in style by luxury Lexus cars to a secret ‘Wonderland’ where all the Camp Quality Supper Club guests from across the city converge to party the night away with live entertainment, dancing and drinks. The Canberra and Adelaide events kick off the series on Thursday 2 May followed by Sydney on 9 May, Melbourne on 16 May and Perth and Brisbane on 23 May. supperclub.org.au or contact Jacqui.Greenhaf@campquality.org.au | +61 2 9876 0504
Apples & pears The Franklin Cider Co. has launched two premium varieties: Frank’s Summer Apple and Frank’s Summer Pear Ciders, with further premium seasonal varieties in the pipeline, including cherry and strawberry. frankscider.com.au
Home cooked Greg and Judy Matthews welcomed Celebrity Chef and MasterChef Australia contestant, Justine Schofield, into their Sanctuary Cove home on Saturday 19 January 2013. Justine’s commitment to Greg and Judy came about when they won a ‘Dinner For 6 At Home’ at the 9th Battalion RAR Reunion attended by approximately 600 Vietnam War veterans in Sydney. In a surprising coincidence, Greg served in Vietnam with Justine’s father Colin Schofield. The night, attended by friends Francois and Colin, Jill and Ross, and Paul and Wendy, was very special, and the food spectacular.
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Coriander Thai Cuisine Opening Soon An exciting new Thai restaurant is opening in March at Hope Island Central on the Gold Coast. This waterfront dining venue will offer guests mouthwatering authentic Thai dishes along with expert service. +61 7 5510 9878
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a good drop tony harper tracks down some quality new zealand pinot noirs.
Craggy Range Te Muna Road Vineyard
The wines of today have the underlying power that seems to be inherent – a trait of the soils, sun and climate of the district – but they are graceful and restrained, whispering, rather than shouting their virtues: that’s the stamp of great pinot noir.
This year marks a decade since the first release from the Craggy Range Te Muna Road vineyard. It’s an important jewel in the company’s impressive collection of vineyards making distinctive wines across four different varieties. And while sauvignon blanc takes up the largest share of the vineyard, it is pinot noir that holds pride of place. The Te Muna Road vineyard lies in Martinborough, about an hour’s drive north east of Wellington at the southern end of New Zealand’s North Island. Most pinot-philes will agree that New Zealand has two regions that vie for the title of the country’s best for pinot noir – Central Otago and Martinborough – so
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it is a fairly hallowed place. The Te Muna vineyard – with a total area of 167 hectares with 94 planted – is therefore a serious asset, and the largest single parcel in the Martinborough district. Over the past decade it has been enthralling to watch the Te Muna pinots evolve as vine age, winemaking experience and fashion have cajoled its style. The wines of today have the underlying power that seems to be inherent – a trait of the soils, sun and climate of the district – but they are graceful and restrained, whispering, rather than shouting their virtues: that’s the stamp of great pinot noir.
When the 2006 vintage arrived, the Craggy Range team felt that the Te Muna vineyard had matured enough to warrant the release of the first Aroha – an ultra-premium pinot noir that sits alongside Sophia, Le Sol and the rest of the Craggy ‘Prestige Collection’. Aroha is simply stunning. It has the trademark ‘Craggy Range’ brightness – almost glowing purple – and a silkiness and polish to its texture that is found across the Craggy Range reds. In Martinborough terms (where weight and power tend to define many of the pinots) it is restrained and elegant, but there is structure and persistence that will give plenty of cellar life. Craggy Range, with a mere decade of production, is a relatively new arrival to Martinborough. The first of the modern winegrowers set their roots in 1979 and 1980: Ata Rangi, Martinborough Vineyard, Dry River and Chifney. All but the last are still going strong, and regarded as world-class producers. Dry River is something of a cultish legend. Its wines are expensive and rare, and its style of pinot
noir is quite singular: boldly structured, deep and brooding. They are wines that demand cellar time to unfold, and when they do, they give an exotic kind of love … in spades. Expect to pay well over $140 a bottle for Dry River pinot in a retail store, and more than $200 in a restaurant … if you can find it. For a Kiwi that’s pretty big money, but on the world stage it’s small change for a great pinot noir. Martinborough Vineyard was begun by a group of six friends who shared a common vision to make great wine. By 1986 they had taken on Larry McKenna as winemaker – a decision that I reckon was pivotal to its success. McKenna (a defected Aussie) is a man of crystalline vision and great talent. He was unabashed – in the face of a plethora of soft, pretty Antipodean pinot noirs – about making wines with tannic backbone. The Martinborough Vineyard pinots aged like few others, and amassed a string of awards amongst global competition. McKenna left after fourteen years to do his own thing at Escarpment (a sizzling Martinborough label), and Claire Mulholland has steered the Martinborough Vineyard style ever since.
Sometimes I wonder if common perceptions are really only my own. Probably. Still I’ve always had the idea it is commonly perceived that the two foremost New Zealand names for pinot noir are Felton Road and Ata Rangi. Don’t ask me why … I just have that feeling. Felton doesn’t belong in this diatribe because it is grown and made in central Otago, but Ata Rangi certainly does! Family owned since the start and begun on little more than a wing and a prayer, Ata Rangi has grown to become a very important piece in the New Zealand puzzle of pinot noir. Its style is silky, but perfumed, complex and alluring, with plenty of depth and dark cherry fruit. They are age-worthy and age-demanding to show at their best, but even as young wines they can captivate. From roots of just four pioneers, the Martinborough district now has more than 24 producers and an extraordinary reputation for great pinot noir. Craggy Range is celebrating ten years of production from its Te Muna vineyard; newcomers perhaps, but given their size and what they’ve achieved in a decade, they are a major part of the Martinborough story.
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flight into the dreamtime “I love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains, Of ragged mountain ranges, Of droughts and flooding rains.” Dorothea Mackeller words Gaye Heldon
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Limestone walls of Geike Gorge, WA
I have so often looked down from 30,000 ft when taking overseas flights and wished that I could see the country from a much lower altitude. Even from that elevated distance the colours and patterns on a clear day are stunning, and how much more so would they be if I could get closer! Last August Brian and I decided to join 17 other participants keen to do just that. Twenty of us, including two pilots and our leader, flew in two twinengined Titans from Sydney to Marree, Lake Eyre, Coober Pedy, Uluru and Alice Springs, Yuendumu in the Tanami Desert, Fitzroy Crossing, Broome, Derby, the Mitchell Falls, Kununurra, Darwin, Cooinda in Kakadu National Park, Elcho Island (one of the Wessel Islands), Nhulunbuy (Gove), Dhuruputjpi on Blue Mud Bay, Borroloola, Adels Crossing and Lawn Hill Gorge, Longreach and back to Sydney. A breathtaking 26 flights in all and oh, what truly glorious sights we beheld. The countryside was so green all the way out to Broken Hill thanks to recent rains, then the colours set in and we feasted on endless shades of burnt sienna, red ochre, brilliant oranges and buttery yellows to pale lemons and creams interlaced with or replaced by soft greys, pale minty greens and muted, ancient lavenders and pinks that splatter the vast, unending country of inland central Australia. This is exactly what the Aboriginal people saw, and depicted in their dot paintings, from the tops of ancient hills and mountain ranges that scatter the outback country. Clumps of spinifex, bundles of blown grass scattered by willy-willies, saltbush and spindly, but hardy, grasses providing much needed fodder dot the countryside, while the meandering creekbeds wend their weary ways across the horizon, often to disappear into the scorching red earth with only a darker shade of red to identify their trails. She-oaks and river red gums, native apricots and coolibahs leap crookedly into the skies from the banks of the creeks and stand limply when the rains don’t come. It is either feast or famine out here, but we are just fleeting visitors marvelling at the beauty of it all, with no time now to fully appreciate the rigours of life for man and beast in the bush. >>
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“It does not seem to matter how often one visits Uluru or the chasms and gorges around Alice Springs, their natural beauty consistently impresses our senses and it is as if one is seeing them for the first time.
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Our first night was spent in Marree under an enormous velvety sky twinkling with starry lights as the sun sank slowly across the flats. It was here I took a photo of Brian standing in front of an enormous rusted out train engine on which someone had amusingly hooked a sign saying For Sale. On the outskirts of the tiny town was the junction between the Oodnadatta and Birdsville Tracks – it was a very long way from anywhere, and the sense of endless space was truly awesome. Up early the next morning, we all piled into a small four-wheel drive bus to travel to the edge of South Lake Eyre, and when I dipped my finger in to test the waters we were told it is ten times saltier than the Dead Sea. Somehow dozens of gorgeously hued spring flowers, dancing on the dry sandy banks, are able to survive the saltiness and thrive in abundance, but there was hardly a bird to be seen. Seems the flood waters were more abundant in smaller lakes and depressions elsewhere in the desert, thus the birdlife had departed for fishier waters. At Yuendumu in the Tanami Desert we gorged ourselves on viewing dozens of wonderful dot paintings. The skill of creating their stories on canvas in an appealing and inventive manner using colour, texture, balance and harmony is as well-executed as that of dozens of abstract artists from the Impressionist era onwards. It does not seem to matter how often one visits Uluru or the chasms and gorges around Alice Springs, their natural beauty consistently impresses our senses, and it is as if one is seeing them for the first time. I had not taken in before how scaly the surface of Uluru is, looking like a giant aged dinosaur sitting ponderously in the red dust. Perhaps this greater awareness is due to the fact that I have my Drawing A Day book with me and am scribbling furiously even as we walk, trying to capture the wonderful sights that fall in front of us at every step. I cannot think of Fitzroy Crossing without imagining thousands of head of cattle splashing their way through the shallows of the Fitzroy River, mooing and bellowing at one another as whips crack and crocodiles snap and the drovers try their darnedest to save heads for the markets down in Derby. We are warned not to stand too close to the edge of the waters, but there is always a silly ass who is standing knee-deep with a beer can in one hand and a fishing rod in the other, tempting fate. Except for the Linley and Paspaley shops and a corner supermarket, Sunday in Broome is as quiet as any other country town in Australia, so we explore the most stunning headland of brilliant red ochre, where the now defunct lighthouse rests in private hands and the exquisite turquoise blue sea views assail our every sight and sense. Oh, that we could have had more time to just sit and gaze out to sea drinking in the sounds and salty smells of the timeless ocean, but an overnight stop in Derby and our ever-waiting aircraft demanded our attendance. The next day we flew along the coast over the Buccaneer and Bonaparte Archipelagoes to the Mitchell Falls in the Kimberleys, where we walked for about four hours down to the helicopter base before flying on to Kununurra. There is nothing more satisfying and welcoming than plunging into a cool, cool waterhole when one is gasping of thirst and sweltering in the heat. It was heaven. There were so many wonderful spots to explore, but visiting some of the more remote Aboriginal communities on Elcho Island in the Wessel Islands and Dhuruputjpi on Blue Mud Bay we found very interesting and enlightening. Our overnight stop in a safari tent camp looking out on the creek at Adels Crossing was gloriously refreshing, with a morning visit to the unmissable Carabirini National Reserve. We pressed on to the glories of looking down on Lawn Hill Gorge from the top of a ridge where we spied below us three small waterfalls bordered by a host of exotic tropical plants that reminded me of a scene from a pictorial Bible. All too soon we were heading south back to the metropolises we inhabit, feeling like we had been overseas to another country, exotic yet somehow familiar.
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42 Nights departing Southampton 6 April 2015 Gibraltar | Malta: Valletta | Egypt: Alexandria & Port Said | Israel: Ashdod Turkey: Istanbul & ANZAC Cove | Greece: Athens, Thessaloniki, Santorini, Lemnos & Crete | Sicily | Italy: Naples | France: Marseilles & Honfleur Portugal: Lisbon | Southampton *Terms and Conditions apply.
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The Gallipoli Centenary Cruise 2015 offers a unique opportunity to pay homage to the spirit of the ANZACS. Eight hundred privileged Australians will commemorate the centenary of the Gallipoli campaign with a once in a lifetime 42 night voyage covering almost the whole Mediterranean. The date is April 2015, and we have chartered the classic cruise ship Black Watch to ensure our guests have a unique experience of the ANZAC Cove area and the services of remembrance. Highlights of the cruise will include three days in the Gallipoli region and a Centenary Dawn Service on board Black Watch off ANZAC Cove on 25 April 2015. The cruise will take in many other sites of historical significance associated with both World Wars, and leading historians and senior military figures will be on board to offer a fascinating series of lectures and information sessions. Gallipoli is undoubtedly the central focus of the cruise, but our guests will experience so much more. In fact this voyage aboard Black Watch is possibly the most comprehensive itinerary ever offered in the region. The adventure begins with two free nights in a London hotel with many tour options available. Then our passengers will be taken to Southampton where Fred. Olsen Lines UK-based Black Watch will be waiting alongside her berth. First port of call is Gibraltar, resolutely British for nearly 300 years, and the guard post for the entrance into the Mediterranean Sea. Then it is on to Valletta, Malta, described by many as one of the most impressive harbour entrances in the world. Next stop is Alexandria, Egypt, where guests will have the opportunity to visit the battlefield of El Alamein or join a bus tour to enjoy the ancient world of the Pyramids before rejoining the ship at our next port of call, Port Said. The port of Ashdod is the most important in Israel, and our overnight stay will give passengers the chance to experience a moving tour of the Holy Land, which will include visits to Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Dead Sea. Then it is on to the Aegean island of Lemnos before the memorable three-day visit to the Gallipoli Peninsula, where our mooring location will offer a unique vista and the opportunity to view the Peninsula as the gallant soldiers and sailors would have seen it on that fateful morning. To enable our guests to capture the atmosphere of the centenary commemoration, Black Watch will then be berthed for three days at Çanakkale, where our specially chartered buses will offer a series of exclusive excursions. From there we cruise to Istanbul, where the cultures of East and West meet in a chaotic collision of past and present, and then on again to the relative calm of Thessaloniki, Northern Greece, the Greek capital of Athens, followed by the rugged island of Crete. Catania is Sicily’s ancient second city, set below Mount Etna. Over the years it has survived earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, but its many noble Baroque buildings have survived to give the city a majesty not found elsewhere on the island. There will be a good chance of seeing a live volcano breathing fire and spitting molten rocks as we navigate the narrow Straits of Messina and pass as close as we dare to the awe-inspiring volcano of Stromboli. Then we turn towards the mainland and the port of Naples. Why not take the opportunity to visit rich historic treasures like Pompeii and Heraculem or take the short ferry ride to the beautiful Isle of Capri? As we make our way westwards again we hug the coastline to call at Marseilles, a cosmopolitan city offering a variety of cultural and gastronomic experiences, then retrace our route through the Straits and back into the Atlantic Ocean. Approaching Lisbon through the mouth of the Tagus River will provide another memorable experience before our final port of call, which is Honfleur. This quaint little port and its surrounding countryside is among the most beautiful in France, and has been an inspiration to many great painters and poets. It is also ideally located near the Normandy D-Day Beaches. Back at Southampton guests can take advantage of a whole host of post-cruise options, or our chartered buses will be waiting at the quayside to transport you back to Heathrow. More details of this fabulous experience are contained in our brochure which can be obtained from Cove Travel. Please telephone + 61 7 5577 9211 to arrange a copy, or we will be delighted to discuss details with you at the Cove Travel Office, Jabiru House, Masthead Way in The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove.
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NOOSA EVENT GUIDE 2013 27-28 April The Noosa Winter Festival is now the Noosa Ultimate Sports Fest with plenty of sporting action for all ages – whether you choose to Swim Noosa, Cycle Noosa or Run Noosa. usmevents.com.au events.com.au
noosa central The luxurious Outrigger Little Hastings Street Resort and Spa Noosa is conveniently located in the heart of Noosa.
16-19 May The Noosa International Food & Wine Festival showcases Noosa as a premier food and wine destination. This year’s events include food trails, chef’s demonstrations and appearances by celebrity chefs Adriano Zumbo and Matt Moran. noosafoodandwine.com.au
14-23 June The Noosa Longweekend Festival features ten days and nights of culture, literature, food and fun. This year’s program will comprise over 80 free and ticketed events including theatre, dance, music, supper clubs, and workshops. noosalongweekend.com The name Outrigger has been around since the 1960s … it is a brand built on tradition, dreams, and the spirit of adventure. And as I discovered during a recent visit to the Outrigger Little Hastings Street Resort and Spa Noosa, it is also a brand synonymous with luxury, personal service and attention to detail.
29 August – 1 September The Noosa Jazz Festival is an amazing mix of music, food and great venues, from outdoor concerts to intimate restaurant shows. Showcasing music from traditional jazz to new-wave, the festival features a stellar line up of national and international musicians. noosajazz.com.au
30 October - 3 November The Noosa Triathlon Multi-Sport Festival features various running, swimming and cycling races, finishing with the Noosa Triathlon on Sunday. With events for all ages and fitness levels, along with entertainment and a lifestyle expo, the festival has something for everyone. usmevents.com.au
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Conveniently located adjacent to Noosa’s popular Hastings Street, with its dynamic mix of cafés, restaurants, boutiques and tourist attractions, the village-style resort offers beautifully appointed serviced apartments, villas and penthouses. Having been given the opportunity to spend a long weekend in one of the Outrigger’s luxurious 4 Bedroom Deluxe Villas, I invited an eclectic group of friends and family to join me. While having so many different personalities in the one apartment could have been a bit challenging, in actual fact the spacious three-level villa was just perfect. There was plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own space, while the large communal areas were ideal for meals, movie nights and general camaraderie. Each level boasted its own lounge area and flat screen TV (no need to argue over the remote control), a bathroom and one or two bedrooms, while the entire apartment enjoyed panoramic
views over the luscious gardens and Noosa itself. There was also a double garage, laundry facilities and a fully-equipped kitchen – although I can’t imagine why you would bother cooking when Noosa’s restaurant precinct is just a short stroll (or buggy ride) away, and the delicious flavours of View on Little Hastings Restaurant & Bar are available within the resort. Of course, anyone staying at the Outrigger Noosa also has access to a fantastic range of premium resort facilities including a heated pool, lap pool and Stephanies Ocean Spa. The resort itself features 197 beautifully appointed suites, villas and penthouses with large private balconies. It is nestled beside the national park, allowing complete privacy, and Noosa’s cosmopolitan dining and fashion hub is just a 500-metre stroll away. Or, if you prefer, the friendly staff are on hand to provide buggy transfers to and from Hastings Street – simply phone them on the number provided and they will pick you up and drop you back. This came in very handy during our stay as it rained the entire weekend! However, the ambience of the resort and the spaciousness of our accommodation more than made up for the lack of sunshine.
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a city of contrast Patsy and Bill Rowe discover the delights of Lisbon, one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities.
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We passed … tiled facades and beautifully patterned pavements as we cranked along cobblestoned streets and intimate alleyways so narrow you could reach out and touch the buildings.
The embarcartion after our wonderful London to Lisbon cruise was so smooth we arrived early at the Sofitel, bought a day tour and wandered down to the nearest square for an espresso. An hour later found us trundling along in a quaint wooden tram admiring Lisbon which is reminiscent of San Francisco with its hilly terrain. We passed brightly-coloured washing waving in the morning breeze, tiled facades and beautifully patterned pavements as we cranked along cobblestoned streets and intimate alleyways so narrow you could reach out and touch the buildings. Dotted in the grassed areas between streets were delicate wrought iron kiosks selling magazines, cigarettes, flowers, coffee and fortunately, wine (since travelling can be dry work). Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world, and the oldest city in Western Europe, pre-dating other modern European capitals such as London, Paris and Rome by hundreds of years. It’s also a city of contrasts: an art nouveau mansion wedged between a derelict graffiti-covered building and an ugly office block screaming hasty post-war construction; locals who are very helpful or very unhelpful; long straight double carriage way boulevards which morph into an incredible maze of narrow winding streets, passageways and tangled labrynthine neighbourhoods; waiters who speak impeccable English to those who speak none; body piercings on bodies of all shapes and sizes (and in every imaginable place) but tattoos as rare as hen’s-teeth. At the end of a day of kaleidoscopic sights and sounds we discovered an alley of restaurants offering every kind of food imaginable. We settled on Portugese. Since we couldn’t read the menu, and the waiter spoke no English, we simply pointed at other diner’s meals. It worked well and we enjoyed an inexpensive seafood platter with local wine. In fact, overall, we found Portugal to be very well priced. We were told we ‘must see’ Sintra. Fortunately, the hotel is central and the tour bus could collect us at the door. Then we spent the next hour picking up what seemed to be the other half of Lisbon! Finally, we thought we were on our way … but no, a change of both bus and driver ensued amid much confusion, shouting and gesticulating. And then, off
we went again, with no explanation! At Sintra we climbed into another tram for the ride to the top to the fortress-like castle built so high it was clouded in mist giving it a fairytale aura and an ethereal mystical appearance. We had a glass of wine and chocolate cake in the tiny café before heading for Cascais. This elegant town is home to many of the exiled royal families of Europe, with its lovely beaches also making it an attractive destination for ‘jet setters’. Just up the coast was Estoril which became famous during WWII as the hub for spies, intrigue and diplomatic secrecy. The town retains its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with many smart cafés. Some of the mansions have been converted to hotels, but others remain a testament to days gone by when the rich could employ dozens of gardeners to tend their rose beds or pay for artisans to decorate their homes with frescoes and beautifully painted tiles. When I’m visiting these superb places I never know where to look: up at the ornate panelled ceilings or sideways at the frescoes, but in Portugal the place to look is down as the moscaic tiles are exquisite with strong Moorish overtones reflecting the country’s checkered past. We visited the amazing Oceanarium, Casa Pasteis De Belem where we feasted on pastéis de nata (a delicious egg tart served warm out of the oven with confectioner’s sugar and cinnamon), Castelo de São Jorge and the Monastery of Jerónimos at Belém and Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, with its superb collections of ancient and modern art. On our last day we decided to find ‘the famous elevator’. Since few speak English we probably passed it several times as people (the helpful ones!) directed us this way and that. Eventually, after stopping for a quick glass of wine and another slice of chocolate cake, we found it, and then queued for an hour! A fun ride though and at the top there were two more flights of winding narrow metal stairs to negotiate to reach the roof. But what a magnificent view of the city below, truly the best vantage point for an overall ‘picture’ of the city and harbour front where shining white cruise ships contrasted with this ageing but graceful city. Then it was down again for another glass of wine and more chocolate cake!
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at home on hayman Hayman’s newly appointed General Manager, Scott Murray, is very happy to be home. words Rhonda Oxnam
After almost two decades living and working in various hotels around the world, Australian-born Scott Murray has returned home to take on the position of General Manager Hayman. Catching up with Scott during my recent visit (for the record, Hayman has everything you would expect from Australia’s premier island resort … and more) it was evident that he was delighted with his new role. “The drawcard was ‘Hayman’,” Scott explains. “It has such an incredible reputation, it’s been the jewel in the crown of the Great Barrier Reef for so many years … and the bonus is that it is in Australia.” Since taking on the position in December, Scott and his wife Jennifer have embraced all that Hayman has to offer, relocating the family from Dubai and enrolling their two young sons, Thomas and James, in the local school. “Some nights we stand there at sunset and think ‘wow’. There are not many places left like this in the world. The natural environment here never changes … and it never will. That is priceless. “And the kids are experiencing a different world as well. Where they went
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to school in Dubai had very modern classrooms with all the latest technology, but here they get to do bushwalks and play with animals. “They are learning more life skills and getting in touch with nature. I can’t put a price on that.” On a professional level, Scott is looking forward to engaging the contacts he made during his eight years in Dubai and showcasing the resort. “We have so much potential to tap into the international market … everybody wants to come to the Great Barrier Reef. And for Australians who want a short break and don’t want the long travel times, Hayman is the perfect destination. It’s one resort, one island. When guests get here, it’s their exclusive private island. There’s no jostling with other resorts or busy roadways or anything else. “Even when the resort is full you have space. It doesn’t matter how busy we are, you look around and think ‘where is everyone?’ “Guests can be out on a helicopter, on a seaplane, an island escapade, bushwalks, snorkelling ... there are so many different places to ‘escape’ and there are so many different dining opportunities as well.
“For Australians who want a short break and don’t want the long travel times, Hayman is the perfect destination. It’s one resort, one island.” – S C OTT MURRAY
“As well as Hayman’s four acclaimed international restaurants, guests can dine in an enchanted tropical rainforest … where we can set a table for two or a family celebration for twenty. We can set tables on the beach or arrange candlelight dining in private cabanas, the options are endless.” According to Scott, another one of Hayman’s unique aspects is the resort’s rich history. “The beauty of Hayman is its tradition … the resort is one of the timeless hotels of the world like the Peninsula in Hong Kong,” says Scott. “And I think it was built with such vision, blending the sophistication of the resort infrastructure seamlessly with the surrounding nature of the island. “There is so much history within … just look around at some of the original artworks. It is almost like a gallery and the artwork that is displayed here is quite incredible.” In addition to continuing the promotion of the resort throughout the world, Scott hopes to expand Hayman’s training programs by creating an ‘institution of education’ for those passionate about a career in hotels.
“That’s my passion to see others do well and progress,” Scott says. “When I look at our key executive team, they come from excellent hospitality pedigree and are able to provide great training to anyone who wants to forge ahead in their career in hotels or resorts. “Luxury hotels used to be about marble foyers, lavish rooms and fine dining restaurants but the definition of luxury has changed … it’s about authentic, natural experiences and destinations that have a sense of place, it’s about spending quality time with loved ones and it’s about experiences and moments that create everlasting memories,” Scott explains. “People in this day and age will go anywhere in the world, they will travel globally to find this. And that’s what we have to offer at Hayman and we also throw in a front-row seat to one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef. “So that’s the future … ensuring we have a solid team here of committed professionals who can provide those moments, those experiences that will ensure you return to us time and time again.”
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welcome aboard A wave of first time exhibitors is set to hit the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show this year. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the iconic Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS). Running from May 23 to 26, the 2013 event will showcase a variety of international boating brands, products and technologies alongside the superb backdrop of the award-winning Sanctuary Cove Marina and The Marine Village. Organisers are excited to welcome 39 firsttime exhibitors on board. New exhibitors include Arnold’s Boat Shop, Dutch Sloop and Pantaenius Australia along with a number of the biggest names in the boating business. Arnold le Rutte, owner and Managing Director of the recently launched online-based Arnold’s Boat Shop said the opportunity to feature at one of the country’s biggest boat shows couldn’t be passed up.
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“For an online-based company SCIBS presents the perfect opportunity to have face-to-face contact with our clients and suppliers which we don’t get to do on a day-to-day basis,” he said. “When we started building the business attending SCIBS was an important part of the planning, and last year’s show cemented our need to be here this year. “We’re really looking forward to coming to the show as an exhibitor and building awareness of our brand.” Further adding to the excitement of new exhibitor bookings are Westport and Horizon Motor Yachts. Westport will present one of Australia’s biggest touring superyachts at this year’s Show, while Horizon Motor Yachts will display its 110-foot (33.5m) P110 Tri Deck superyacht for the first time
in Queensland. The Sea Ray 540 Sundancer will also appear at SCIBS as part of a display from Queensland Marine Centre. Several past exhibitors will also make a comeback at this year’s SCIBS including Wichard and Profurl – a former 10 year veteran of the show. The business, which specialises in marine deck hardware and furling systems, last exhibited in 2011, and this year marks its return after a oneyear hiatus. Wichard and Profurl Director, Gaelle Marks, said returning to the show was a positive sign for the business, which has an exclusive traders-only client base. “The marine industry is gathering pace, which is part of the reason we’re returning this year,” she said.
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer
“This is a very exciting year for Wichard and Profurl in terms of innovation – the company has recently launched several ranges of new products worldwide and we need the public to be aware of those. “It’s important that the business gets out there and shows what it has to offer at every opportunity, and SCIBS is definitely good for that.” SCIBS Exhibition Manager Harry Davis said steady exhibitor bookings and the fast approaching Boat Show date was making it an exciting time for organisers. “We’re glad to be welcoming new exhibitors on board, and it’s certainly encouraging to see big names like Westport and Horizon Motor Yachts secured for the Show,” he said. “We have a lot to celebrate this year with the Show’s 25th
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the iconic Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS). Running from May 23 to 26, the 2013 event will showcase a variety of international boating brands, products and technologies alongside the superb backdrop of the award-winning Sanctuary Cove Marina and The Marine Village.
anniversary, and having new exhibitors is adding to the excitement. “We have quite a few to welcome back, which is also promising.” In fact, some of the exhibitors who were there at the very first SCIBS will feature in the 25-year celebrations planned for this year’s show. “We are very excited to welcome the same exhibitors who were at the show in 1988 to attend this year. They have come a long way in that time, as have we,” said Mulpha Sanctuary Cove Sales, Sponsorship and Events Manager Johan Hasser. “This year will be a celebration of reaching a very significant milestone and we are so pleased to be able to invite the same exhibitors back who helped shape the Boat Show into what it is today.” >>
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... some of the exhibitors who were there at the very first SCIBS will feature in the 25-year celebrations planned for this year’s show.
“Australian Yacht Winch Co has been at SCIBS since day one and will return this year, marking their 25th year at the show,” he said. The Manager of Australian Yacht Winch Co, John Coupland, said his company attended the largest boat shows across the country, but Sanctuary Cove consistently yielded the best results. “We keep coming back because it’s a great source of new business, and it’s the best way to put our products directly in front of our target market year after year,” he said. “There are probably more interstate visitors at Sanctuary Cove than the other boat shows, which is great for generating new business. “Like many of the other long-time exhibitors, we also see a lot of repeat business through SCIBS. We always exhibit in the same spot so our customers know where to find us,” he said. Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show: 23-26 May 2013. Tickets are available online from sanctuarycoveboatshow.com or through Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com.au). For more information, visit sanctuarycoveboatshow.com
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About Hayman A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Hayman is Australia’s premier luxury natureresort destination, located on the northernmost of the Whitsunday Islands in the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Queensland. Hayman offers guests an unparalleled experience of tranquility and natural beauty in the resort’s 210 stylish accommodations situated within separate locations throughout the property, including the stunning new residences — all with access to the turquoise waters and the glorious Reef. In 2004, Mulpha Australia Limited acquired ownership of this unique destination and has enhanced the features offered by the modern, tranquil hideaway. With four restaurants, Hayman Spa and fitness facilities, picturesque meeting and special event areas, and 24-hour butler and concierge service, a wealth of leisure and luxury is at your fingertips throughout the island. To find out more, visit hayman.com.au
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adding to the collection Second Winter Collection home now on display.
Photographs of first Winter Collection home in the Alpinia precinct
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Sanctuary Cove has delivered the second of its innovative Winter Collection residences to give prospective buyers yet another preview of the lifestyle on offer within the prestigious marine and golf community. The four-bedroom home was recently completed and is now open for inspection in Sanctuary Cove’s Banksia precinct. It follows the release of the first Winter Collection home in the elevated Alpinia precinct, which opened its doors to potential buyers late last year. Both residences are part of the designer home collection endorsed by popular media personality, property expert and Sanctuary Cove resident Andrew Winter. The Winter Collection will ultimately see several residences built in Sanctuary Cove’s three land precincts – Banksia, Alpinia and Tristania – which offer golf course, hillside and waterfront living respectively. Mulpha Sanctuary Cove (Developments) Pty Limited’s General Manager of Sales John Hughes said the completion of the second display home gave prospective buyers insight into the collection at two of the three locations on offer. “Buyers can see and appreciate the layout and finishes while getting a sense of the lifestyle and outlook available in the Banksia and Alpinia precincts,” he said. “With a limited number of homes to be built in this collection as displays, it is a very limited opportunity at a price point that was previously unheard of at Sanctuary Cove. Packed with features, the homes represent exceptional value.” Priced from $975,000, the Winter Collection homes feature four bedrooms, open plan kitchen, family room and lockup garage, with separate golf buggy parking. The display residences are being offered for sale immediately and can be occupied in 2013 or leased back for ongoing display. Sanctuary Cove’s Banksia precinct offers sweeping vistas across The Palms golf course, while Alpinia offers a unique enclave set on the hill, with private home sites and views overlooking the natural parkland areas, the Gold Coast hinterland and eastern coastline. The Tristania precinct offers a range of large waterfront lots with a stunning north east aspect. The two Winter Collection homes can be inspected by appointment as they are positioned behind the security gated entrance. To book an inspection phone +61 7 5577 6500 or visit sanctuarycove.com
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a black&white masterpiece Robinson’s Kitchens has created a classic, yet contemporary, kitchen in this Sanctuary Cove home.
When Sanctuary Cove couple, Dennis and Lorraine Benbow, decided to revamp their kitchen, they knew they needed some professional guidance to transform the existing area into a more streamlined and practical space. Having researched and met with several companies, the Benbow’s engaged Joseph Haddad from Robinson’s Kitchens to oversee the project. “We just felt very confident from the outset,” Lorraine says. “We went through every aspect together, from the repositioning of the appliances to the final finishes … and every time we had a question or weren’t sure about something, Joseph was able to come up with a solution.” One of the biggest challenges was creating more space without carrying out any major structural changes. After consulting with Joseph, the Benbow’s decided to close off an existing passageway to create a walk-in pantry. The fridge was also relocated to allow for more storage, while an appliance cupboard, deep storage drawers and wide granite benchtops were included in the design to maximise space. Naturally, all the cupboards and drawers feature the latest soft-touch technology, allowing them to open and shut quietly and efficiently.
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The dishwasher is nestled behind a false door, blending seamlessly with the rest of the cupboards, while the wall oven, microwave and induction cook top add a practical element to the kitchen. Another clever inclusion is the half desk/half storage cupboard housing the phone, stationery and other bits and pieces, which Lorraine jokingly refers to as ‘my secretary’. “Everything in the new kitchen works really well,” says Lorraine. “There is ample storage, lots of practical inclusions … and it looks good.” The couple chose a classic black and white colour scheme, highlighted by stainless steel handles and opaque glass splashbacks. Opaque glass panelling has also been used as a feature in some of the cupboard doors, adding yet another dimension to the overall appearance. In fact, everything about this kitchen has been designed for maximum efficiency and aesthetics … and, according to Dennis and Lorraine, it has all been done with minimum disruption.
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flying high Just 19-years-old, Gold Coast acrobat, Bianca Ruyssenaers, brings her Aussie charm to Cavalia: A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse.
Bianca Ruyssenaers
What motivated you to get into gymnastics? How
Honestly, I don’t feel like I can properly give justice
like? How should I go about buying a car? Does
old were you when it all started? My first motivation
to that answer. My role in Cavalia is more acrobatic
everyone really eat Vegemite? The list goes on. It
was actually the competitiveness with my brother
based, rather than with the horses. However, I do
will be really nice to show my international friends
Zane (23). He did gymnastics when he was younger
know that it really varies for each animal (eg. their
from Cavalia what Australia is all about (including
so, naturally, I wanted to be like my big older
prior training, personality, age and what they do in
tasting my personal favourite Vegemite).
brother and took my first gymnastics class when I
the show). There are many other Cavalia employees
was three.
who would be able to give you a better answer.
Congratulations on being a part of Cavalia. What
It must be an amazing experience working with
about four hours before showtime. Depending
sort of practice and preparation is required to
such talented performers from around the globe?
on our schedule I may be in a little earlier for a
put together a show of this calibre? Thank you
Oh it’s fantastic! Working with Moroccan acrobats,
rehearsal. I come to the White Big Top, warm up,
very much! Being a part of Cavalia is definitely
aerialists from Canada, Spain, Poland, and Russia,
and train by doing some handstands and strength
an experience like no other. Of course, there are
horse riders from France, America and Canada, and
exercises. After my training is the ‘Tapis Bleu’
hundreds of people involved in putting a show like
many, many more, definitely makes for a fun and
this together. Permanent staff, fly-ins and local staff
different workplace! Having the pre-show meeting
meeting two hours before the show explaining any
all work around the clock to produce the show.
in both French and English is also something to get
Being an artist, I train and rehearse six days a week
used to.
to do my part in helping Cavalia come together.
for each performance? My day generally begins
changes, or special notes for the performance to come. I then have some dinner and prepare my hair and make-up for the show. Do you ever get nervous? Sometimes, if I am trying
Have you worked with or been around horses
part of Cavalia? Seeing how touched the audience
before? What drew you to be a part of this kind of
gets at the end of a performance is inspiring. A
show? Never! Before Cavalia I had zero experience
few times I have seen people so moved they are
with horses. Honestly, the acrobatic role (mainly
brought to tears, others are overwhelmed and
bungees) drew me to Cavalia – the horses were
unable to clap. To know that you have been a part
How do you unwind after a long day of rehearsals
just an added bonus! Now, after being here a little
of that is truly touching. That’s why I do what I do.
and performing? It definitely takes a while to wind
while, I’ve had the perfect learning experience
I love to perform and show people what makes me
down after the hype of the show. My hours are
being surrounded by such talented riders and
happy … and for that to make others happy too is
definitely not 9am - 5pm that’s for sure! I normally
magnificent horses … I’ve even had a few riding
just awesome.
hang out with the cast after the show or read – I’m
lessons! I love it!
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What is the most rewarding experience of being a
How do you stay in shape and how do you prepare
How does it feel being the only Australian in the
something new or particularly difficult. But I know that I have the training and rehearsals behind me, which gives me confidence. It’s all a big mind game.
into crime novels at the moment.
The level of skill and trust demonstrated between
cast, especially with the show now touring here?
You’re originally from the Gold Coast with your
the horses and performers is just incredible. How
It’s great! At work I have been continually asked
family still living there. What do you miss most
are the horses trained for this type of show?
questions about my home – What’s the weather
about Australia? Apart from my friends and family
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Cavalia: A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse
... the warmth! Working in the Cavalia White Big Top whilst it’s snowing is definitely a load of fun, but a hot Australian summer is hard to beat! Where is the most interesting/strangest place your career has taken you? Hmm … that is definitely a tough question. Indirectly my jobs have taken me to Canada five times already. The open personality of the people, the inviting culture, beautiful skies, stunning trees, and the fun that I have had in this country is endless! Also, the Niagara Falls in Ontario were just breathtaking. I worked in Singapore for ten months before I joined Cavalia which was great too. I loved the warm weather, different culture and lifestyle. Is there a country/city on your travel ‘bucket list’? Not a list … a book! One of my most treasured possessions is my Travel Book. I picked it up in Thailand and it comes with me everywhere I go in the world. Each time I go somewhere new I cross it off the list. When I meet another keen traveller I pull out the book and get their take on where I should go in the world and what I should do when I get there. My mum was a big traveller, back-packing around the world on her own when she was just 19. I absolutely love hearing about all of her adventures and I love to share stories about different places and countries. I definitely caught the travel bug from her! I don’t have one ‘ultimate’ travel destination … I have many. My favourite is going to places where I can spend time with my friends and their families (being in this industry friends are very wide spread!). I feel that you see a whole new side of a country when you stay with someone that is from that place. Basically I want to see the world, and that is exactly what I am doing with Cavalia. It is amazing! Finally, what’s in store for you for the future? Definitely more travelling, more performing, new friends to be made. Time to continue conquering the world one handstand at a time.
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5-20 April Queensland Ballet presents ‘Cinderella’
Hot Shoe Shuffle Opening 4 May
Queensland Ballet Dancer Rachael Walsh Photo & Art Direction Alexia Sinclair
Queensland Ballet’s new production of Ben Stevenson’s Cinderella is charming, humorous and blissfully romantic. A royal palace, a glittering gown, dancing with a handsome Prince in a candlelit ballroom … thanks to her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella’s life of hardship is magically transformed. Set to Prokofiev’s expressive music, this fairy-tale ballet has been danced by some of the most famous ballerinas of our time, including Margot Fonteyn. Embrace the magic, and believe that dreams really do come true.
Hot Shoe Shuffle tells the tale of the Seven Tap Brothers, Spring, Slap, Buck, Wing, Tip, Tap and Slide, who learn of the death of their longabsent father. He has apparently left them a fortune, the only catch is that to receive their inheritance, they must rehearse and perform his legendary ‘Act’ – the Hot Shoe Shuffle! They must also include their longlost sister, April, into The Act. The only problem is – she has two left feet! Opening 4 May at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC. 136 246 | qpac.com.au
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Adventures in Zambezia
Tom Cruise stars in the ambitious fantasy-adventure Oblivion as a former soldier who is the last person on an Earth devastated by war with an alien race. When he encounters a crashed spacecraft with a lone survivor, her story propels them on an epic adventure that will alter both their destinies.
When a young falcon named Kai learns of Zambezia, the fabulous city of birds, he leaves his home against the wishes of his father. But when his dad is captured by an evil lizard, Kai must learn the importance of teamwork if he’s to rescue his father, save his new friends and help keep Zambezia lizard-free.
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Chris Herzfeld in collaboration with Thom Buchanan Superhero 3 2012 type C photograph 74x110cm. Courtesy of the artist.
Margaret Olley 1923 - 2011 Still life - objects on a table c.1976 oil on composition board 75.0 x 115.0cm Gift of Ray Crooke 1994 City of Townsville Art Collection© Estate of Margaret Olley
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2013 Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award It’s all about the light: works by Margaret Olley from Now established as a key exhibition in the contemporary art calendar, public collections
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the annual exhibition of selected finalists is a reflection of current national practice in still photography. Thanks to the assistance of The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Foundation for the Arts, the winner receives a $20,000 prize and their work is acquired by Gold Coast City Gallery.
As the momentum for the construction of the purpose-built Margaret Olley Art Centre builds, the Tweed River Art Gallery hosts this major exhibition of works by one of Australia’s best-loved artists, drawn from the public collections of national, state and regional galleries.
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time for ten 1. Captain Frank Furillo is a character from which 80s TV series? 2. How many countries share a border with Guyana? 3. What nationality is racing driver Susie Wolff? 4. Who wrote Green Eggs and Ham?
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5. What is the second astrological sign in the Zodiac? 6. Tony Iommi is best known as a founding member of which band? 7. Lake Onega, the second largest lake in Europe, is located in which country? 8. Paper that is 210mm × 297mm is better known as what? 9. True or false – Bianca Chatfield is best known for playing cricket? 10. In which two decades did Ken Rosewall win the Australian Open? brainfood answers page 103
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GEMINI 22 May – 21 June You may have been considering doing some travel, but not taken it any further than a casual enquiry. Now is time to plan something major. There needs to be a theme; cultural, adventurous or spiritual. Whatever you choose it will give you a new perspective on life. If you want company make sure they are on board for the things you want to do, or are happy to sit and have coffee while you climb a mountain!
CANCER 22 June – 23 July Sharing your life story will inspire someone to try something completely different. You will be very proud of them, and quite surprised when they thank you for your input. You may be dealing with the media. Double check what is being printed or spoken as the script needs to be accurate. Good things are happening to those close to you. Gifts will be exchanged with yours being much appreciated because you put a lot of thought into it.
LEO 24 July – 23 August Your image to the world is fantastic … it reflects exactly who you are. Somebody else recognises this and wants to model themselves on you. This is the highest form of flattery; but you also know that they need to have their own identity. You will help them create their own image. It will be a pleasure and also motivate you to change your wardrobe and general style. It is always fun to make some changes.
VIRGO 24 August – 23 September You are in the unenviable position of having choices. And whatever decisions you make are the right ones. It is all about choosing what pleases you, rather than what other people want. You will deliberately choose
TAURUS 21 April – 21 May Visitors will tend to overstay their welcome so make sure they have a set date to leave! Open-ended invitations will be taken advantage of, with guests being most demanding in that they need to be dropped off, picked up and entertained. It is a good idea to state some rules, such as they have their own transport, and that they understand you are not available to take them out and about. You do not mind offering hospitality, but you will not provide a package holiday. Taking this further, just make sure you are not being taken for granted, and that your value is being recognised. And that is not necessarily a financial value.
the more demanding path, simply because you thrive on a challenge. You will be in a generous mood, sharing your abundance with those you love and total strangers alike. Good things are happening to you because you have done good things for others.
LIBRA 24 September – 23 October A good cry is sometimes necessary for emotional release. Nothing devastating has happened, it is just that life has been a little tense and a sad movie or book will be the catalyst for a tearful release. A massage will work just as well. The important thing is you relieve that tension. A mystery appears on the horizon. Solving the puzzle reveals a whole different range of talents. Perhaps a career change is due?
SCORPIO 24 October – 22 November You have done so much on a project or venture, you cannot leave it to others to finish. You have to be hands on until the last day, then you can walk into the sunset and do whatever it is you want. Mind you, another project is in store, and you just cannot refuse. This particular one does have some very different elements, and overseas connections make it all the more interesting.
SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 22 December Be a little cautious and play it safe. Observe what other people are doing and how they are reacting to the situation you are all in. Try to gauge what is motivating them and that will give you an insight into who and what you are dealing with. Once you know what the pattern is, you can play to your strengths! Remember, sometimes life has to be on a need to know basis.
CAPRICORN 23 December – 20 January
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You may be surprised when your views are discounted by a family member or work colleague. However, karma is a wonderful thing, and they will soon realise they should have taken your advice and that you will not be so forthcoming in the future. A friend speaks out of turn. You are happy to accept their apology, but you will not be forgiving in a hurry. They will also not be privy to your confidences any more.
AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February Telling an Aquarian to be conservative is pointless, but you will find that people are asking you to hold
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back a little. You will do things your way, simply because it is the right way. The interesting thing is those that were conservative will be wishing they had followed your lead. Getting out into the great outdoors is good for the soul, but so is sitting inside with a book and a good vintage. Do whatever takes your fancy.
PISCES 20 February – 20 March There are some very good opportunities in different areas of your life, and pulling it altogether will be no mean feat. However, you will have success. There is a lot going on around buildings and property for you. It will be tough, and people are wanting their percentage off the top. That is the hardest thing to sort out. You reach a good balance though, and deals will be done.
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1. Hill Street Blues 2. Three 3. British 4. Dr. Seuss 5. Taurus 6. Black Sabbath 7. Russia 8. A4 9. False (netball) 10. 1950s, 1970s
what they have in place, and make sure that it protects and provides for those you love. Times have changed recently, and you may want to up the ante on insurances and income protection.
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backward thinking Bryan Matthews complains that some things ain’t what they used to be.
I’m not an old fogey – really I’m not. I don’t hanker for the ‘good old days’ all that much. In fact, there are only a couple of things I’d like to turn the clock back on (though both will horrify ‘young people’). E-mail is one. Yes I’m on it every minute when I’m at my desk (though I refuse to do it on my phone. I figure if I’m away from my desk then it’s for an important reason – like attending a meeting, playing golf, or shopping for wine, cheese or chocolate) – but, truth be told, I can be a bit of a skiver and it’s the urgency of email that rankles. Pre-fax, I could say the letter or package hadn’t arrived yet; when faxes added real-time pressure in the office I could claim we hadn’t received one because the machine had run out of paper or the message had come in ‘garbled’. With email, people know if you’ve got it and read it and then sit drumming their desks waiting for an instant response.
Why? Because some years back a flaky design guru decided that what cars needed front and back was not a thick strip of rubber – which, in the event of a slight scrape, could be tidied up with a spot of boot polish – but a sculpted extension of the bodywork. This isn’t an issue if you drive a Ute because generally their owners have taken the option of a towbar comfortably able to handle a little backward nudge or a bullhorn more than capable of impaling a kangaroo boing-ing out of the bush or an old person crossing the road. But those of us with ordinary cars – or even SUVs purchased to tackle the speedbumps in the Coles carpark – will quickly find out that what was deliciously curvaceous looking at the dealership or at a motor show (especially with a deliciously curvaceous model draped over it) becomes butt-ugly after even the most innocuous collision. I’ve a suspicion that the genius who started this new artistic direction for the motor industry had a a family panel-beating business on the side.
I figure if I’m away from my desk then it’s for an important reason – like attending a meeting, playing golf, or shopping for wine, cheese or chocolate …
Or maybe the carmakers are hedging their bets with their financial forecasts i.e. if they can’t make extra money out of you by selling you parking sensors and cameras as an option, then they just sit back and wait till a prang forces you to shell out for a replacement faux bumper. What I don’t understand is why the insurance industry doesn’t lobby for change by doing to the car sector what they habitually do to the rest of us i.e. turn up on their doorstep and
Television is the other; we used to have three channels when I was growing up in England. The BBC for reasonably sensible stuff, BBC2 if you fancied yourself as a bit of an intellectual, and ITV if you found sit-coms with one-liners like ‘don’t get your knickers in a twist’ hilarious. In spite of the limited options, there always seemed to be something worth watching. Now we have scores of channels paradoxically offering very little choice. TV today caters to an Australian population which seems interested in only two things – people who have nicer houses than them and other people giving advice on the fanciest way to arrange food on a plate. The latter is particularly ironic because – in spite of the national fixation with learning how to place broccolini and carrots at a jaunty angle (next to a ‘bed’ of mash or rice inevitably truffle-infused) or ‘drizzle’ (rather than, God forbid, ‘pour’) olive oil on to a salad – when you get invited to someone’s house for lunch you’re still only ever offered charred meat. “Did you see MasterChef last night? Wasn’t that soufflé to die for? Who wants another snag?” The synapses of my brain being rather weirdly wired, all of of the above came to me the other day shortly after I pranged my ‘other car’ (the one without the reversing camera and parking sensors). Accustomed to the warning beeps in my posher motor, I kept going backwards until a wall told me to stop. Anyway, I thought the meeting between car rear-end and brick had caused negligible damage till I got out to examine that part of the vehicle which, with nostalgic retrospect, not only used to be called a ‘bumper’ but was actually designed to handle bumps. You see bumpers aren’t bumpers anymore are they?
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annoy them into submission. The rubber and shoe polish industries would back them to the hilt. ****** While I’m bagging the motor sector, I’m reminded of another ‘then vs. now’ issue on which my jury of grumpy old men is still out. Satellite navigation technology is a marvel (in fact, many of us would be lost without it. Boom boom). But I still wonder what is/was better/worse: The inevitable disagreement over a real spouse’s [in]ability to read a map or today’s tortuous nagging by the satnav lady telling you three times in the space of ten seconds about the ‘exit coming up’. Who is the owner of that voice? How many times a night does she tell her husband to take the rubbish out? Has he hired a hitman yet? I think a splendid optional extra would be to offer a choice of the voice providing directions. Wouldn’t James Earl Jones make finding your way a soothing experience? Or for the older ladies, perhaps Sean Connery or Hugh Jackman. Blokes my age might fancy a very strict Angelina Jolie telling them exactly what to do. Younger folk might go for rapping Nicki Minaj or manic comedian Chris Rock. Worst of the worst would surely be Kath or Kim. Predictably my nightmare would be taking orders from ‘Kochie’ (as if he doesn’t think he already knows everything). And though it’s moot now, imagine how much quicker Tony Abbot could have dispatched Julia Gillard had he got some IT boffins to hack her glasscutter tone into the nation’s satnavs. In the name of God, turn her off and hand me a map.
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