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Contents 20 - 24 Preview 26 Competition

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28 - 32 Feature Christian Louboutin interview

34 - 35 Cover Story Marta Dusseldorp

36 - 46 Looking Good Chasing rainbows Keep it casual Link lady Relax & rejuvenate Worth smiling about Beauty spot

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48 - 54 See & Be Seen Well timed Coming into fashion From Beijing to Brisbane A magic day

56 - 74 Cuisine Top tables The best in the business Chef’s choice

64 - 65 Wine Cellar Mighty Mike

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Contents 66 - 74 Well Travelled Epicurean haven Start spreadin’ the news The Traveller – Jo Francis

76 - 79 At The Wheel

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New year, new look Spoilt for choice

81 - 93 Property Portfolio 94 - 100 Cove Living A creative practice Super star Compact impact Colour swatch

102 Facts & Figures Keep it equal

104 - 105 Sport Report

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Golden partnership

106 - 111 Entertainment Anniversary events Event calendar

112 Bookshelf 114 Brainfood 116 Stars

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Who doesn’t love a delicious gourmet feast, an interesting holiday destination or an award-winning Queenslander?

Editor’s letter I HAVE A CONFESSION to make. Like millions of other women around the globe I have a passion for shoes, beautiful shoes … and they don’t come any more beautiful than a pair of Louboutins, with their signature red sole and vertiginous stiletto heels.

Therefore, I am understandably excited that our first feature for 2018 is with the man behind this iconic brand, Christian Louboutin. From his humble beginnings working in a music hall to heading up a multi-million dollar empire, this is a fascinating read.

Still on internationally recognisable names and labels, the cover for this edition is popular Australian actor Marta Dusseldorp wearing Bally. You will find more shots and information inside, along with an article on ‘Millennium It Girl’ Bella Hadid and her collaboration with luxury watch brand TAG Heuer.

Before I alienate our male readers with all this fashion focus, the motoring section showcases some very covetable cars including the all-new Aston Martin Vantage (available in very stylish Lime Essence) and the latest Bentley, Ferrari and Lamborghini.

We also take a look at Rolex’s 50-year association with the sport golf and unveil Link Hope Island’s plan for celebrating their 25th Anniversary this year.

And who doesn’t love a delicious gourmet feast, an interesting holiday destination or an award-winning Queenslander?

We have all three covered as Kirsty heads to Spicers Hidden Vale for an epicurean escape, Paul explores the vibrant New Jersey borough of Hoboken (birthplace of Frank Sinatra and home to the first ever baseball game) and Tony chats to the Granite Belt’s Mike Hayes, who was recently named Australian Winemaker of the Year.

Of course, all the regular social photos, event calendars, horoscopes and brain teasers are included to keep you busy, while the Top Tables section is sure to ignite your taste buds Finally, as this is our Design edition, we take a look at the redevelopment of The Star Gold Coast, chat to award-winning architect Bayden Goddard and profile Gold Coast home designer Tim Roberts.

The ever-growing Property section also opens the doors to some of the most stunning homes for sale in the region.

COVER Marta Dusseldorp wears BALLY Photography: Carlotta Moye; Work Agency

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PREVIEW

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The Gold Coast’s premier arts and cultural festival, Bleach* Festival, has unveiled its most ambitious program to date; an 18-day city-wide celebration spanning major music concerts, free family events, giant outdoor spectacles, travelling shows on kayaks and even an epic beach sleepover. For three weeks, Bleach* Festival will bring locals and visitors together to connect and interact through intimate encounters in private homes as well as large-scale performances on beaches, parks, hotels and gathering places. A full program of events is available online.

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Featuring stunning CBD and Story Bridge views, acclaimed OTTO Ristorante Brisbane has recently celebrated its first birthday. With a firm focus on local produce including seafood and fruit and vegetables from South East Queensland, OTTO’s Summer menu introduces new dishes to the plate including zucchini flowers, Burrata and Vongole along with Mooloolaba yellow fin tuna, Moreton bay bugs and Mooloolaba king prawns.

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Fashion brunch

Harrolds, the fashion partner for the 2018 Magic Millions and team sponsor at the Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo, co-hosted a pre-polo brunch with Veuve Clicquot at QT Hotel.

Key attendees included Katie-Page Harvey, Gerry Harvey, Zara Phillips, Mike Tindall, Nacho Figueras, Kerrie Hess, Tahnee Atkinson, Nick Smith and Cam McEvoy.

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Peter Sheppard’s commitment to bringing the finest in European footwear to Australia continues.

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Since opening its doors in New York City in 1818, Brooks Brothers has grown from a small family haberdasher to become a global brand that has shaped and defined American style through its product innovations. Brooks Brothers was the first company to offer ready-made suits, the inventor of the button down collar shirt in 1896, and responsible for popularising fabrics such as madras and seersucker.

The company has had the unique distinction of outfitting 40 out of 45 US Presidents as well as creatives, industry leaders, and Hollywood’s elite throughout the world. This year marks the brand’s 200 Year Anniversary of providing timeless and classic elegance, quality, craftsmanship and innovation for men and women.

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Resort living Enjoy resort living at home with the Pablo & Colorado Dining Setting from The Outdoor Furniture Specialists. Honey-toned teak combines with concrete and wicker to create a setting that is both sophisticated and comfortable.

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Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will be celebrating its 30th anniversary showcase in 2018.

SCIBS General Manager Johan Hasser said the team was buoyed by the support and spirit of exhibitors who are already working towards their displays for the landmark year, “From 100-plus exhibitors in 1989, to the world-class showcase it is today with more than 300 quality exhibitors from Australia, New Zealand and Asia, plus visitors from around the world, it’s fair to say we’ve come a long way,” Johan said.

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Passing the Baton

As the Gold Coast prepares to welcome athletes and spectators to the 2018 Commonwealth Games, the Queen’s Baton Relay (QBR) celebrates its 60th anniversary.

In 1958, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II first placed Her message into a speciallydesigned silver-gilt and enamel Baton for the Cardiff Games.

The Gold Coast 2018 QBR continues the Queen’s tradition of celebrating the Commonwealth’s inclusive spirit and shared love of sport, travelling for 388 days across all Commonwealth nations and territories culminating in its arrival at the Opening Ceremony at Carrara Stadium on 4 April.

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‘A Night with Cameron Smith and JT’

Queensland legends, Cameron Smith and Johnathan Thurston, will be recognised for their incredible contribution to Rugby League in a special testimonial match between Smith’s Storm and Thurston’s Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium.

The champion players have announced the Cowboys Community Foundation supported ‘NRL Cowboys House’, Ovarian Cancer Australia and Prostate Cancer Foundation as official partners for the event, with a portion of ticket sales being donated to all three charities.

The gift of education

As part of the global celebration of International Human Rights Day on 10 December 2017, social enterprise group Watipa awarded 15 scholarships to young leaders in developing countries to continue with their education and support them to reach their full potential.

Founder and Director, Lucy Stackpool-Moore recently gave a presentation to Sanctuary Cove residents about Watipa, and also recognised the significant and generous support already given to the scholarship program from this community.

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To celebrate his role as official jewellery partner of the 2018 Magic Millions, award-winning jeweller John Calleija has designed Milioni; a stunning statement piece inspired by the traditional fascinator.

Valued at $1.6 million, the single earring incorporates several rare Argyle Pink diamonds with an exquisite 3ct white diamond completing the design. A true one in a million piece for the Gold Coast’s ultimate race carnival, Milioni was worn at the Magic Millions’ Harrolds Fashions on the Field event by the 7 Network’s Candice Dixon.

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WORDS SARAH ROYCE-GREENSILL / THE TELEGRAPH / THE INTERVIEW PEOPLE

BORN IN PARIS IN 1963, Christian Louboutin began work aged 17 at the Folies Bergère music hall, before his obsession with shoes led him to work for French designer Charles Jourdan and later Roger Vivier.

He set up his own company in 1991, opening a store in Paris.

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In 2014 he branched out into beauty, with a range of nail polish, followed by lipstick and fragrance. He has houses in Paris, Lisbon, Aleppo and Luxor, along with a houseboat named Dahabibi (My Love Boat) on the Nile.

In this personal interview, the French designer explains how he became one of the most influential figures in women’s fashion and reveals the fascinating story behind that infamous red sole: I started working at the Folies Bergère because I’d done drawings of shoes for the dancers, but I never made a pair of shoes there – I made coffee, helped the technicians, resewed costumes.

When I joined I was everyone’s little darling but after six months I became part of the furniture and the girls started to get annoyed with me being around all the time, so it was probably time to leave. >>

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“Don’t necessarily focus in a straight line because there are a lot of opportunities that you’re not expecting, maybe that don’t even exist right now.”

Roger Vivier was the first person who made me think that designing shoes could be a real job, a beautiful job.

I was his assistant when he was working on his retrospective in Paris, and he became a mentor to me. The funny part is that he was quite competitive.

One day he described someone as being ‘our age’. I was 24, he was 80. I couldn’t believe it, 60 years made no difference to him. But that’s why he was always so alive, so vivid and enthusiastic.

Sometimes the shoe is not the master of the ceremony. Christian Dior once told Mr Vivier that a good shoe is able to appear but also able to disappear. It doesn’t apply to all of my shoes but it’s very good advice.

You have to look at the woman first.

As a designer you should always remain true to yourself. You have to believe in your own creativity. >>

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Every time I have gone with someone else’s choice, I was wrong.

For instance, one time the buyers said they wanted a thicker heel and for some reason I said yes.

But the balance of a shoe comes from every line. That shoe was not successful at all. And actually I was pretty happy because it means that when I’m true to myself my customers can see it.

When I looked at my first prototype, it wasn’t as good as the drawings.

From the back, it was monochromatic – very, very black. So I grabbed a bottle of red nail polish from a girl in my studio and painted the entire sole.

The red sole quickly became a silent recognition of my brand, and later a trademark.

But the court case over that trademark was very painful. I’m not an aggressive person, I just thought the company that copied me could have done other things.

I wouldn’t sell myself for celebrities, I don’t see the point.

I was most flattered when I saw the French singer Sylvie Vartan wear my shoes. She was very big in the 1970s, and I couldn’t believe that someone from my childhood was actually wearing a shoe I had designed.

It has required a lot of strength to stay independent. It’s difficult to resist when people offer you something amazing.

In 25 years I’ve met thousands of people who’ve given me advice, and someone else will always give the exact opposite advice. Everyone has an agenda. That’s why you have to stay focused and decide for yourself.

The only regret I have is that my mother died before I started my company.

I owe my stability to the education she gave me and how loving she was, so I regret that she didn’t get to see that she did a great job.

There were a lot of signals that I should go into beauty. There was fake Louboutin nail polish so it clearly made sense, and of course it’s part of my story.

It took me two years to be happy with the polish and lipstick, then I moved on to fragrance.

It needs to be organic and well digested; I don’t want to do things just for the sake of doing them.

Don’t limit yourself; the sky is the limit.

As a young designer, you should not look too far into the future because you may be surprised by your trajectory.

When I started, I never imagined that 20 years on I’d still be in business, selling a million pairs of shoes a year. If I’d projected this far I wouldn’t have predicted the way it has happened.

Don’t necessarily focus in a straight line because there are a lot of opportunities that you’re not expecting, maybe that don’t even exist right now.

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COVER STORY

Role model From stage to screen, Marta Dusseldorp is one of our most popular actors.

WORDS LIBBY JANE CHARLESTON

ACCLAIMED ACTRESS Marta Dusseldorp has developed a soft spot for Queensland; not only did she ‘fall in love with Brisbane audiences’ when she starred in a recent theatrical production in the capital city, but she has named Great Keppel Island and the nearby town Yeppoon as two of her most favourite holiday destinations in the world.

“I would choose those two beautiful places over the perceived ‘glam’ of Fiji any day,” Marta said.

“The natural beauty of Great Keppel was incredible, we didn’t want to leave. And we loved Yeppoon, the beautiful coastline and lovely town.

We can’t wait to go back again.”

Marta is the beloved lead actress of A Place To Call Home, the Foxtel TV series that has reached an almost cult-like status, partly due to the sheer passion of its fans.

Its devoted viewers were so horrified when Channel Seven axed the show in 2014 that, thanks

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to persistent fans and their online petitions, it was given a second life by Foxtel.

A Place To Call Home has gone from strength to strength and has now been on air for five seasons.

It’s also screened in over 120 countries, which means Marta is well known wherever she goes.

“I’m recognised every day I leave the house,” she says. “My fans are always so lovely, I don’t have many moments where eventually someone doesn’t say, ‘I think you’re fabulous’. It’s always non-invasive and I always wonder if they are seeing me as Sarah [her character in A Place To Call Home] or Janet King (from the ABC TV series). Or sometimes they recognise me as Linda from Jack Irish, but I can never pick it.

“Some people think there’s an ABC type of viewer and a Foxtel type, but I never know – sometimes it’s young girls, older men, middle aged women, grandmothers or young boys studying law who love

to watch Janet King and use it as a learning tool for university. There is such a broad reach and it makes me feel very proud.”

The other role that makes her incredibly proud is being a Special Representative for Australia UNHCR. She recently travelled to Jordan and Lebanon to meet Syrian refugee families; it was a time she will never forget.

“It was both heart breaking and inspiring to meet people who have lost everything and one message we must get across is that nobody actually wanted to leave their home, they had absolutely no choice, it was a matter of life and death.

“I am so proud of my work with the UNHCR, the world is so in need of voices for the voiceless.”

Marta’s recent stint in Brisbane, where she played the lead role, alongside her husband actor Ben Winspear, in the play Scenes from a Marriage, brings us back to yet another reason she loves Queensland.

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“Scenes from a Marriage was an amazing experience, the Brisbane audience was extraordinary and gave me and my husband the desire to keep working there. The audience was so generous, enthusiastic and involved in the show. We left and said, ‘We’ve got to come back here’.”

As for her 2018 plans, she’s decided to do a play every year, if her schedule allows her to.

“I come from the theatre and it will always be my passion,” she says. “When I started doing only TV I became more isolated, as it becomes a little bit between you and the camera and less about rehearsal; in TV you get zero rehearsal.

“So the thought of doing more theatre this year and perhaps taking another Queensland holiday are things I’m excited about right now.”

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Link lady Introducing the TAG Heuer Bella Hadid Link – the first special edition watch designed by the Supermodel and Brand Ambassador.

Photography by Tom Craig

DOES BELLA HADID really need any introduction?

Both It Girl and supermodel, this fashion icon had the fastest growing fan-base of followers on social media networks in 2016 – 17 million in total.

In the world of modelling, she is handling the demands of her extraordinary lifestyle and stratospheric fame with poise and maturity. She knows exactly what she wants, what she likes, and what she wants to achieve.

Aged just 20, the divine Bella opted to work with TAG Heuer, lending her fresh, toned and youthful image to luxury Swiss watchmaking.

She understands how to express herself through images, sometimes light-hearted, sometimes profound and mysterious, but always with a clear artistic sense which is deeply personal.

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She speaks the language of the Millennials, the generation with whom the Swiss watch brand is currently reconnecting, driven by its CEO Jean-Claude Biver, also President of the LVMH Watch Group Division.

To celebrate this partnership, TAG Heuer has unveiled the special edition designed for the star.

To emphasise the glamorous, vivacious side of the divine Bella Hadid, a Link watch – the most feminine model in the entire collection – was chosen.

All matt black, with a magnificent motherof-pearl dial proudly showcasing 12 diamonds, the watch is modern and contemporary, made entirely from ceramic, the perfect watchmaking material.

The bracelet is the famous Link design, which is one of the most comfortable bracelets to wear.

Each component of the bracelet is polished, ensuring it is smooth to the touch and flexible on the wrist.

Thanks to this sublime attention to detail, wearing the Link becomes a veritable experience, one filled with elegance and charm.

The piece is further embellished by a bezel set with 48 diamonds, while the back of the watch is engraved with the star’s signature.

The result is elegant, glamorous, and full of character. Just like Bella herself.

Limited to 500 pieces, this special edition is sure to delight any woman.

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Relax & rejuvenate at Sanctuary Cove Offering a range of services and therapies, The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove is the ultimate destination for heath and rejuvenation.

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CHAMPIONS HAIR BEAUTY DAY SPA has called The Marine Village home for more than 20 years and their professional, highly skilled team of stylists and therapists are passionate about providing each of their customers with a personalised service.

Boasting 14 hair styling stations, five beauty therapy rooms, three nail stations, a vichy shower and spray tan booth, Champions has the capacity to service both Sanctuary Cove locals and visitors to the area. They are also backed by the best brands in the industry with Kerastase, Alpha-H, Thalgo, Loreal and Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics used during services, while also being available to purchase.

If you are feeling stressed and lacklustre, revitalise your spirit and skin with one of the luxurious spa packages on offer. Each package has been especially crafted to target specific concerns and includes a combination of indulgent services such as body exfoliation, body masks, facials and massage treatments.

Whether you are in need of a fresh cut and colour, soothing massage or a revitalising facial treatment, trust the experience of Champions.

Renovated just in time for the New Year, SANCTUARY COVE MEDICAL CENTRE offers medical services for the entire family.

From male and female health, paediatrics, aged care, chronic disease management and travel health, to skin care, physiotherapy, podiatry and pathology, all doctors practicing at the Centre are trained and experienced in Australia.

The team at Sanctuary Cove Medical Centre will not only have you feeling your best, but looking your best too, with their extensive Younger You cosmetic treatment list. Anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, Platelet Rich Plasma injections, Dermapen, Pellve Skin Rejuvenation and the famous Vampire Facial are now performed at the Centre, helping you to put your best face forward.

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For professional health advice and an extensive range of wellbeing products, visit the team at SANCTUARY COVE PHARMACY. A truly boutique pharmacy experience, the knowledgeable team provide a personalised service and are on hand to offer advice and answer all your health-related questions.

Open daily from 9am, the Sanctuary Cove Pharmacy provides a full prescription service and an extensive range of quality pharmacy lines and vitamins for optimal health.

There is also a great range of gift ideas available in store, plus all your beauty and cosmetic favourites from well-known brands including Clarins, Natio, Nude by Nature and Max Factor, along with a great range of sunglasses, hats and accessories.

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Enjoy a healthy, functioning body free from muscular pain and disorders with the help of MASSAGE REJUVENATION REMEDIAL MASSAGE. Having just opened in The Marine Village in December last year, owner Bowen Du and his team focus on helping patients to reduce muscular pain and disorders that result from stress, overuse, poor posture, poor sleeping habits, chronic stress and injuries.

The experienced team of remedial massage therapists use a variety of tried and tested techniques to balance muscle/soft tissue length, tension and tone, ultimately removing blockages, also known as lumps and knots, damaged cells, scar tissue and adhesions resulting from injuries.

Private health insurance rebates and HICAPS instant rebates are available for eligible customers. Gift vouchers are also available in-store.

Because a beautiful smile is always in style, the team at SANCTUARY COVE DENTAL can help keep yours in healthy condition.

With an extensive list of treatments including preventative, restorative, cosmetic, emergency and children’s dentistry, along with the treatment of sleep apnea, the tranquil practice with views over the water is the place to restore and enhance your smile.

Together with his team, principle dentist Dr Vineel Singh will ensure you feel at ease and comfortable while at the practice.

If you are looking to straighten your teeth, Sanctuary Cove Dental uses ClearPath as their preferred teeth alignment solution.

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This specialised technique uses original patient dentition and actual IPR, combined with precision of movement to deliver the best results and better hygiene through clearer aligners.

Sanctuary Cove Dental also provides both in-surgery and at home whitening options including the highly efficient Zoom Whitening.

When it comes to caring for your sight, you can trust the experience and latest technology at SANCTUARY COVE OPTICAL. Not only does resident optometrist Dr Michael Jackson have over two decades of experience in the field of optometry, the practice also offer Ortho-K and IPL treatments in addition to a full suite of traditional optical services.

Plus with access to the very latest diagnostic technologies to facilitate faster and more accurate diagnosis, Sanctuary Cove Optical is able to effectively diagnose and treat eye health problems.

In addition to eye health services, Sanctuary Cove Optical proudly stock an exclusive range of European designer optical and outdoor frames ensuring their clients have access to the last looks on the market.

For the perfect blend of uncompromised eye care, effective vision solutions plus high fashion frames visit Sanctuary Cove Optical in the heart of Sanctaury Cove Village.

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Worth smiling about It’s important to do your research when considering Dental Implants.

DR NEIL LATCHAM from Benowa Mansions Dental Specialists Centre (BMDSC) answers some common questions about Dental Implants.

Does placement of dental implants hurt?

This is, understandably, a very common question. Obviously, I cannot attest to how implant patients fare at other practices. However, I do know that those undergoing implant therapy at BMDSC rarely feel more than minor discomfort.

In fact, patients can expect to resume their normal routine the next day after implant surgery.

Do I need to have a general anesthesia for the placement of dental implants?

Dental implants can be placed safely and painlessly without the use of general anesthetic.

I prefer to use a local anesthetic for the procedure and have, over the years, placed over 12,000 dental implants without resorting to a general anaesthetic.

Of course, this avoids all the significant risks associated with a general anaesthetic.

It is also a far less expensive option for the patient both in terms of the cost of the procedure and the potential time off work required to recover from a general.

With respect to local anesthetics, some are more effective than others and not all practices use the more expensive medication.

At BMDSC, however, in all our implant cases we use deep and long lasting anesthesia to ensure the entire procedure is pain free.

Do I have to go without teeth following the placement of the dental implant?

At some practices, even after the patient has had the implant placed they may have to go about their everyday lives with a gap or partial denture.

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BMDSC has an in-house dental laboratory which means in 90 per cent of cases, a fixed replacement temporary tooth (or teeth) can be put in place on the same day that the dental implant is placed.

How long do I have to wait following the removal of a tooth before I can have a dental implant placed?

For single-rooted tooth (i.e. front teeth) the implant is generally best placed on the same day the tooth is removed. In 99 per cent of cases this is the best possible outcome for the patient.

On the other hand, for multiple-rooted teeth (molars) generally the dental implant is placed three months after the careful removal of the tooth.

However, the good news is that in some cases the patient can elect to have a temporary denture constructed to wear during this healing period.

How much do I receive back from my health fund insurer for dental implant therapy?

This depends on a variety of factors including which health fund is used, the patient’s level of cover and the amount already claimed in benefits in the health fund year.

Ideally, if a single dental implant is placed in one health fund year and then the dental implant crown is placed in the next health fund year the patient can usually expect about 50 per cent rebate on these at our practice. This means approximately $ 3,000 out-of-pocket expense for the insured patient.

What else is included in this outlay for an implant?

At BMDSC, we offer patients a 30-year conditional warranty on each dental implant placed. In addition, if the patient has a crown

manufactured by a specified dental laboratory then the implant crown comes with a lifetime warranty.

What conditions are applied to the 30-year warranty?

As smoking greatly increases the risk of dental implant failure, the patient must refrain from smoking. In addition, the patient must return for review as prescribed by the practice. This is usually annually for the first two years. Then, after two years, it increases to either two to three years in the long-term. The patient will also see his or her general dentist in the interim.

Is a dental implant better than a tooth?

It is always preferable to conserve a natural tooth. However, if the tooth is unhealthy due to infection or there is a high decay rate then an implant may be the best option.

Although dental implants do not decay like a natural tooth they can be adversely affected by gum disease. Therefore, for the long-term success of the implant, ideally your implant should be placed by a specialist periodontist.

How should I choose my practitioner?

Like with most things, ‘word of mouth’ is usually a reliable indicator of where to start when it comes to choosing a practitioner to undertake implant therapy. Ideally, the practitioner should be a registered specialist who is prepared to stand by the work done with some sort of warranty or guarantee. He or she should also be prepared to follow up the treatment so a successful and healthy outcome is achieved. If you wish to consult directly with a specialist like myself, you can do so without the need for a referral.

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SEE & BE SEEN

Tamika Smith & Brittany Marino Dana Kesuma & Azra Kujovic Kayla Ingram, Alice Honan & Bella Johnson

Zena & Brian Davidson

Barbara Flynn & Margie Gartner

Patrick Ear & Andy Maulana

Bonnie Rodwell & Leanne Jacevides

Cassandra Pullos & Colin Kimmorley

Carly Hoffman & Jacob Darmody

WELL TIMED Where: TAG Heuer Pacific Fair When: 16 November What: A select list of clientele and dignitaries were invited to the TAG Heuer boutique at Pacific Fair for the launch of the stunning new ladies Carrera collection. Guests at the elegant cocktail evening also enjoyed a special tasting of Veuve Clicquot Rich

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SEE & BE SEEN

Jodi Plumbley, Sophie Trevethan & Nicki Dalton Elizabeth & Julian Cullen

Stacey & John-Paul Langbroek

Criena Gehrke, Domenic Gallo & Leanne St George Lara & Eden Boath

Tiffany Jolly & Edward Smyth

Kelsey Savin & Ashleigh Hobbs Treena Christie & Louise Martin-Chew Judy Brine, Lisa March & Meredith McMaster

COMING INTO FASHION

Sally Steele & Karen Andrews

Where: Gold Coast City Gallery When: 24 November What: The Gold Coast City Gallery at The Arts Centre Gold Coast hosted an exclusive launch party for Coming into Fashion: A Century of Photography at CondĂŠ Nast, an exhibition celebrating some of the most iconic fashion images from the past 100 years. As well as a delicious selection of drinks and canapĂŠs, the well-dressed guests enjoyed an exhibition preview and a fashion parade featuring iconic styles from The Darnell Collection of International Vintage Couture.

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SEE & BE SEEN

John & Deborah Quinn Jeff Humphreys & Jan Manton Sean Dowling & Carrie Barber

Mary & Sophie Li Alison Kubler & Michael Zavros Renai Grace & Li Cunxin

Lucy-Belle Rayner & Melanie Heley Cathie Reid & Stuart Giles Angela & Christie Nicolaides

FROM BEIJING TO BRISBANE

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Where: Museum of Brisbane When: 30 November What: Museum of Brisbane hosted an elegant launch party for Mao’s Last Dancer: A portrait of Li Cunxin, a world-first exhibition bringing audiences a personal insight into Li’s life and ongoing impact beyond the best-selling book and movie. Over 300 of the city’s corporate, arts and social set, including guest of honour Li Cunxin, enjoyed drinks and canapés while listening to a string quartet before an exclusive preview of the exhibition which runs until 29 April 2018.

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Kelly Woodroffe with Paul & Fern Newcombe Brittany Baldwin & Mitchell Clough

Jennifer Daview & Michael Cottrill

Tegan Crisafulli, Jodie Ahrens & Kristy Watson

Anne Kinnane & Francois Pousson Jeff Turley & Sue Andrews

John Calleija, Mary Poulakis & Liz Cantor

Chris & Terry Gavan John & Jannine Gearon

Bryan & Clare E. Urwin with Graham & Netti McKenzie and Peter & Sue Scott

A MAGIC DAY Where: Gold Coast Turf Club When: 13 January What: The Gold Coast Turf Club hosted the pinnacle event of the Magic Millions Carnival, the Magic Millions Raceday.

A stylish crowd of local, interstate and international visitors donned their finest race day outfits to celebrate this iconic event on the Gold Coast social calendar.

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Top Tables room81

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A degustation journey with chic ambience

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Contemporary Chinese

Bask in a tantalising dance of lavish delicacies with Chef de Cuisine Sam Moore’s awardwinning dishes. Woven seamlessly into the menus are Sam’s inspired tastes and sensations, fusing modern Australian ideas and local produce with the iconic colours, textures, scents and flavours of the pleasurezone. Excite your tastebuds and experience a culinary journey with room81’s signature 12 course degustation.

Cost: $180 per person Thursday - Saturday, bookings essential.

Immerse yourself in the energy of Motion Bar & Grill, the signature venue at Brisbane Marriott Hotel that delivers a refreshing, modern restaurant and bar destination.

Led by award-winning Executive Chef, Peter Iwanczyk, hotel guests and visitors can enjoy a succulent Seafood Buffet on Friday and Saturday nights, a decadent a la carte menu and an indulgent Brunch every Sunday.

SIFU uses premium produce to take you on an authentic Chinese dining experience.

Master wok chef, Kyle Bu, carefully creates a menu blending traditional methods with modern techniques. Explore Chinese wines and beers, as well as award-winning local wines, spirits and tea offerings, as you dine in the intimate main dining area or entertain in the exclusive private dining room.

SIFU is a culinary journey you must try, it simply must be experienced.

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An intimate neighbourhood restaurant located in leafy New Farm, The Balfour Kitchen is a hidden gem. Guests are invited to dine inside or enjoy the alfresco experience of a classic Queenslander verandah or courtyard shaded by frangipani trees, followed by drinks in the rooftop bar. Serving an ever-changing modern Australian menu with a touch of Europe – not to mention our famous Balfour High Tea – The Balfour Kitchen is sure to surprise and delight with each visit.

Surrounded by forests and enriched with breathtaking views of the Gold Coast, our award-winning, fine dining restaurant, Vue 175, offers the ultimate dining experience.

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A wine and tapas affair

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WINE, TAPAS, PRIVATE EVENTS

Sophisticated and stylish, warm and inviting, Balthazar Wine & Dining is a wine lover’s dream. Immerse yourself in wines as you are surrounded by 500 local and global labels lining the walls of the restaurant. In recognition of the extensive wine list, Balthazar Wine & Dining was recognised at Australia’s Wine List of the Year Awards 2017, with a Two Glass rating.

Enjoy perfectly paired tapas or a set menu, or enquire for a personal wine experience with our award-winning sommelier.

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THAI CUISINE

With seating overlooking the pier, our location is both tranquil and relaxing. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets over the Marina where our highly trained team offer impeccable service, so you can sit back and enjoy the company of others. We guarantee you will enjoy our delicious food, quality service and stunning atmosphere, and we hope to see you soon at the House of Siam.

JAPANESE

Yamagen, a champion of the Gold Coast dining scene for over 30 years, has had a major facelift. Following a complete redesign by internationally renowned designer, Nic Graham, Yamagen is now bringing boisterous welcomes and the electric vibe of downtown Tokyo to Surfers Paradise.

Led by the Godfather of Japanese cuisine, Adam Lane, Yamagen reinvents a traditional Japanese izakaya with a stylish and innovative twist with kushiyaki, market fresh sushi and sashimi and cutting-edge cocktails taking centre stage. Open for dinner and drinks Monday to Saturday from 5pm until late.

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GET READY FOR THE FUN & GAMES As Official Partner of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, The Star is getting ready to celebrate the biggest event to ever hit the Coast. So join us for all the fun and games from 4–15 April, 2018.

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CUISINE

The best in the business Dining Awards … how, what, where and when.

WORDS MARJ OSBORNE

RESTAURANT AWARDS are ‘the Oscars’ of the hospitality industry.

Highly prized, such critical acclaim can make or break reputations.

Award announcements are eagerly awaited, listings are highly sought after and there is an outcry if ratings slip, all documented in a flurry of media activity.

Historically, the world’s most coveted award has been The Michelin Guide, immortalised in films such as The Hundred-Foot Journey, Burnt, The Trip and 2017’s Michelin Stars: Tales from the Kitchen.

Ironically, The Michelin Guide began in 1900 as a travel guide to encourage French motorists to do more road trips. Besides petrol stations, mechanical workshops and hotels, the guide also listed places worth stopping for food.

The guide was so successful that readers responded with letters of suggestion, and in 1926 Michelin started sending out anonymous reviewers to try restaurants and report the results, published in their guide.

Based entirely on four criteria: food quality, mastery of technique, personality and the

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consistency of the food, Michelin awards restaurants one to three stars: One star: A good place to stop on your journey, offering consistently high standard cuisine; Two stars: A restaurant worth a detour, indicating dishes of outstanding quality; Three stars: A restaurant worth a special journey, having exceptional cuisine including distinctive dishes that are precisely executed, using superlative ingredients.

Michelin also awards a ‘bib gourmand’ for quality food at a value price.

While the term ‘Michelin Star’ is still seen as a hallmark of fine dining quality across Europe, parts of Asia and the Americas, rival ranking systems such as the World’s 50 Best Restaurants have arisen in the past 20 years, including parts of the world that The Michelin Guide does not reach.

Australia is not only included in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants (with Victorian restaurants Attica and Brae being first to break into the list in 2017), but the global awards were held in Australia for the first time last year.

We also have several of our own national awards.

One of Australia’s most highly-coveted culinary awards is inclusion in the Good Food Guide.

Launched in Melbourne as The Age Good Food Guide in 1979, it slowly extended across other states. Now the 2018 Good Food Guide has became a single national award covering 500 restaurants around Australia.

Researched and compiled by a team of respected food critics, this highly respected guide showcases the best restaurants, cafés and bars across Australia, listing and giving hats to the most accomplished establishments.

“Our defining strength, and the reason people trust the Good Food Guide, is the independence of our critics,” says co-editor Myffy Rigby.

“Our reviewers arrive unannounced and pay for their own meals. We’re stringent when it comes to judging. That means we look at service, ambience, X factor, and most importantly, food to award those all-important hats.”

In 2018, five Gold Coast restaurants received 1 Hat: Mamasan Kitchen & Bar, Social Eating House, Kiyomi, Rick Shores, and The Fish House.

JP Duitsch, co-owner of Mamasan Kitchen & Bar, expressed his delight at winning a hat in

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both The Brisbane Times Good Food Guide 2017 and the national 2018 Good Food Guide.

“To win a hat in our first year was very exciting and fun. To win it the second year just confirms to you that you are doing great things and that you’ve maintained the high standards required to achieve the award,” he says, adding that such awards are both humbling and affirmative.

Chef hats are not only a measure of achievement for a restaurant but, by providing a dining guide, they can also lead to greater patronage and further success.

“A hat not only gives you recognition, it also drives business; our phone rang off the hook with bookings the first couple of days,” JP adds.

The national Good Food Guide joins a raft of other awards, some peer-nominated, others compiled by newspapers, magazines and commercial enterprises.

According to JP, each one has their place in spotlighting talent and performance in the hospitality industry.

“I think all awards are meaningful,” JP insists.

“It means you’re getting noticed and people love what you do, which in turn makes us love what we do even more.”

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Mighty Mike Queenslander Mike Hayes has been named Australian Winemaker of the Year.

WORDS TONY HARPER

THIS ARTICLE was always going to be about the uniquely Australian blend of pinot noir and shiraz; the style championed in the early half of the 20th Century by Maurice O’Shea, owned until recently by the Hunter Valley, but suddenly spreading its wings with phenomenal results.

But it will have to wait until another issue, because something extraordinary has happened: Mike Hayes – winemaker at Symphony Hill, Ballandean, Queensland, has been named Australian Winemaker of the Year by the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO). It’s a big deal.

Mike is a Queensland boy, in fact he is a Granite Belt boy (born and raised; big family) who travelled to earn his winemaking stripes but came back to the region to cement his career.

He has seen it mature from a wine-producing region based on back-yard, table-grape philosophies

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to what it is today – a small, focused collection of producers with some stellar wines in their mix.

“I began on the Granite Belt in 1979,” explains Mike. “Back then wine growing was done using table-grape technique; picked green and overcropped. Of course the wines were poor.

“Returning in the 1990’s people had begun to make wines properly – refrigeration, selected yeasts, properly grown grapes (good leaf to fruit ratio, balanced vines, and SOIL. Respect the soil and the soil respects you).”

Asked where he sees the region in a decade or two he is typical Mike Hayes – no punches pulled, big visions.

“On top of the world stage. I’m serious when I say that.

“Our elevation coupled with granitic soils will deliver wines of fine, truly elegant characters.

The wines will become more expensive because

of our inability to mass-produce, but that’s ok, because they will come from a top quality wine region, sought globally.”

Anyone who has ever travelled to the region and bent down to look at the soils will know about the granitic stuff.

I have stood at Boireann (one of the stars of the region) and filled my hand with granite sand, its grains the size of shotgun pellets.

Mike talks about the differing soils around the area, the complexities and nuances that shape the various sub-districts: it’s like a lesson in Burgundy, and it flies way over my head.

But it helps explain the nuances of the various sub-districts (altitude, of course, is the other key factor) and underpins the characters that define the Granite Belt wines.

It has only been five years between big awards for Mike Hayes.

In 2012 he won a Churchill Fellowship and as a result, tripped around Europe looking at grape varieties.

And I’m not talking about strolling through the Burgundy vineyards oohing and aahing about chardonnay clones and the perfume of pinot noir. He investigated 650 varieties across 50 grape-growing regions spanning Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Austria, Switzerland and Germany. 650!

Exactly what the Churchill Fellowship is, I wasn’t sure (I just knew it sounded impressive), so I asked …

“It was set up in 1963 by Winston Churchill, to allow a person to travel and increase their knowledge and strengthen their industry.”

And it isn’t industry specific: you can apply if you are an arborist, a chef, a cheese-maker or someone trying to save frogs from extinction.

“I applied to look at different varietie and it made me realise that sense of place is more important than trying to force a popular variety. Lieu-dit [a French toponymic term for a small geographical area bearing a traditional name] – Golden Grove Nero d’Avola for example.”

What he means is some varieties become rooted in certain areas, and they shape the region as much as the region shapes the wine.

And no matter how hard you might try to emulate those wines (or that region) elsewhere, it ain’t going to happen.

Just like you can go and spend a truck load of money decking your house out with Provencale antiques, but it still won’t be the same as living in Provence.

Mike is winemaker at Symphony Hill – one of the stars of the Granite Belt – and has been there, instrumental in its planning, conception and success, since the beginning.

He also crafts wines in the Symphony Hill winery for dozens of other producers too small to have their own winery.

And despite the fact that he makes Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Chardonnay for both Symphony Hill and others, he is a keen advocate of the Mediterranean varieties: it simply makes sense.

His bucket list might sound a little alien – Fiano, Vermentino, Gewurztraminer, Moscato Giallo, Saperavi, Lagrein, Nero d’Avola, Negroamaro and Pinotage.

Those are the varieties he likes to grow and make.

To drink – Gewurztraminer and Lagrein.

Not being part of the ASVO committee it’s hard to know exactly why Mike won the award – was it the wines he has made, the stuff he learned and keeps passing on from his Churchill travels, the apparently endless energy he expends helping others (I’ll digress for a tick and give you a prime example. All Hallows P&F came up with an idea for a fundraiser: ask for 50 kilograms of grapes from ten different Queensland growers and make one barrel of wine to be auctioned. Ten growers agreed, but the 2017 season ended badly and only one kicked in. Mike donated a full barrel of shiraz from his own collection) or a muddy mix of all of the above.

I think it’s the latter, but the why is almost immaterial. The win is great for the Queensland wine-growing community, and in some respects a bold decision by the ASVO. But it also a win that is perfectly well deserved and absolutely about time.

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Epicurean haven With a focus on fresh food and luxurious experiences, Spicers Hidden Vale is a feast for the senses.

WORDS KIRSTY CARBERRY

SITTING HAVING BREAKFAST on the verandah looking out at the rain steadily falling, I’m thinking that there really is no better place to be on a wet Saturday morning.

Being born and raised in Scotland – and emigrating to Queensland particularly because of the pull of the sunshine – a dull and rainy day can quite often spiral me into a state of depression.

But not here. Surrounded by luxurious Heritage décor and pampered by first-class service, this was going to be a particularly good weekend.

Spicers has always been on my radar but delegated to one of those ‘next time’ places to go – as a treat or for a special occasion.

This was a last-minute decision. I was asked if I wanted to participate in an event that Spicers Hidden Vale were hosting to promote the Flavours of Summer Gourmet Festival being held in January.

Since it seemed to involve a variety of food and wine experiences, I quickly cleared the diary of the mundane weekend chores and made myself available – those tasks could wait.

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Just an hour and a half’s drive from the Gold Coast – or an hour from Brisbane – Spicers Hidden Vale is set in a majestically rustic setting spanning 12,000 acres of true Australian bush.

As soon as you drive through the gates the stress is left behind. The picturesque tree-lined driveway taking you up to the homestead acts as an instant pre-therapy relaxant – it’s like it was a deliberate part of the original design.

We were already late for the lawn games, and running seriously close to missing out on the gin masterclass – and that wasn’t an option.

So, after checking-in and being shown on the map where our room was located among the various standalone cottages scattered throughout the grounds, we followed a paved cobble path which led us to our overnight accommodation.

Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve been lucky enough to stay in some lovely rooms before, but this was something different.

From the outside, it looked like a quaint old fairy tale cottage, but on the inside it was quite the suite fit for a president: spacious, beautifully

furnished and thoughtfully restored to blend with its historic past. (We subsequently found out that this building was the original 1908 homestead’s kitchen and is all that remains after the 1921 fire that destroyed the building).

But gin was calling and we had to find the croquet lawn where the class was being held.

With map in hand, we followed the path past the homestead and on towards the tennis court and croquet lawn where our group was already assembled.

We were cheerfully greeted with the offer of a beer or glass of champagne but my eyes were homing in on what was taking place in the background.

I could see an exotic blue-coloured bottle which was obviously the showpiece – Ink Gin

by Husk Distillers – my mouth was getting dry.

As if by magic, a freshly made cocktail appeared on a tray in front of me.

One sip. I closed my eyes and mentally filed all the stress and hard work that had happened in the past week. It was now time to indulge myself.

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The rest of Friday evening was spent exploring and following those subtly-lit paved paths weaving (and that was nothing to do with the gin) between the quaint colonial buildings.

Our senses were kick-started pool-side with canapés and Aperol spritzers – this was just the warm-up act though, we then went on to an epicurean feast at the barn.

The courtyard outside the barn is framed by the most magnificent strategically placed tree.

Lit by rows of fairy lights above a long, beautifully rustic and country-dressed table, eager guests were enjoying a gathering in what could easily have been taking place in Europe on a balmy summer evening.

Ash Martin, the award-winning Head Chef, was cooking up a storm on the open fires – we were about to feast on local produce showcasing what our regional farmers and suppliers have on hand.

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I was wondering how such an indulgent evening could possibly be finished, but as we moved on to the homestead garden for the open-air moonlight cinema, the beanbags were ready and waiting – perfect.

I slumped in, wrapped the blanket around me and for the next hour enjoyed freshly made butter-soaked salted popcorn and lost myself in the food-inspired movie.

One of my interests is good food – and I mean ‘good’ food.

I take a lot of care to make sure I eat organically when I can – not only for the obvious health benefits, but also because it tastes like it is supposed to taste, not just looking like what it is supposed to look like.

After breakfast the next morning, we were treated to a tour of the market garden.

Ash enthusiastically explained that they grow seasonal vegetables that are hand-picked by the chefs, they don’t spray, and even their kangaroo deterrent was made from an onion-based creation

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cooked in the kitchen. Food scraps are either fed to the pigs or turned into compost.

There is a smoking hut – the homemade smoked butter is delectable – and a preserving shed, all of which you can visit and see what concoctions are being created.

Nothing is wasted and whatever fruit or vegetable is in season Ash ensures there is a dish, drink or other use for it. (Beware if you go in mango season, the tree next to the infinity pool was laden when we were there and I think mango daiquiris may be in order).

After a cheese and bubbles masterclass in the shed, hosted by the very knowledgeable Peter Gross, one of Australia’s rare affineurs, we were led to the iconic Homage restaurant in the homestead for our long lunch.

Again, Ash and his talented team proved why Spicers Hidden Vale is as special as it is, serving us with a fresh and seasonal three-course degustation meal showcasing what the property and local region has to offer.

Spicers Hidden Vale has so much more to enjoy – maybe next time I will try some of the many outdoor activities available – from sedate walking trails and self-guided nature walks to a plethora of mountain bike tracks for the more adventurous.

There is also a wildlife centre providing research, breeding and releasing of native wildlife in partnership with the University of Queensland which is not open to the public but guests are exclusively invited to tour.

One of my neighbours once told me that if you have green frogs in your garden it means that your ‘eco-balance’ is perfect … and during my stay I admired a lot of little (and big) green frogs patiently going about their business around the grounds.

Needless to say, my first experience of a Spicers resort was like a little piece of heaven on earth – even the frogs think so.

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Start spreadin’ the news Located across the Hudson River from Manhattan, Hoboken, N.J. is much more than just the birthplace of Frank Sinatra.

WORDS PAUL PRENDERGAST

MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, travel can throw up some pleasant surprises in places you least expect.

And in this case, I didn’t quite know what to expect when visiting New Jersey last year.

I’m confident most locals would agree it is not generally regarded as an international tourism hotspot, certainly not by comparison to its venerable neighbour, New York City.

I was originally drawn to Hoboken, just across the Hudson River from Manhattan, with nothing more than personal convenience in mind.

Covering the golf at the bi-annual Presidents Cup matches was the primary purpose for this visit and Hoboken was just a few miles to the north of the host venue, the Liberty National course in Jersey City.

I figured it to be an easier commute than crossing the river from Manhattan so, armed only with the knowledge of Hoboken’s link to Frank Sinatra, Carlo’s Bakery (from TV show Cake Boss fame) and the origins of baseball, we booked an apartment off 3rd St for the week ahead.

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It proved to be an inspired decision because Hoboken, quite frankly, was a revelation and one of the highlights of a week in which the Internationals suffered a frightful drubbing at the hands of the Americans.

Wandering Hoboken’s historic tree-lined streets of tidy brownstone homes – complete with the familiar external fire escapes so synonymous with the architectural style in New York – we were taken by the tranquillity of the spaces within this square mile precinct.

The last blooms of Autumn (Fall) were still flourishing in gardens and planter boxes and the first decorations of Halloween were starting to appear here and there in the windows, on stairs and in shop fronts.

While there is plenty of shopping, food and nightlife to be sampled along the busier main drag of Washington Street (my wife and daughter soon became regulars at Carlo’s) and the waterfront areas with their uninterrupted views of the Manhattan skyline, the true charm of Hoboken for us lay in a stroll a few blocks to the west.

By day, school children played in shaded communal parks, dogs were walked, squirrels danced about with unflagging energy, people were enjoying alfresco catch-ups with friends in one of the many small restaurants, cafés and Italian delis that seem to materialise discreetly on every corner.

By night, families pushed strollers, people played pickup basketball, visited boutique galleries, joined in activities in art spaces or just generally enjoyed their good fortune in being able to live in this gentrified sanctuary adjacent to one of the world’s busiest cities.

Best of all, Hoboken is just a 15-minute ride on the New Jersey Path train from the neon blindness of Times Square in Midtown, Manhattan.

The enormous legacy of Frank Sinatra is impossible to ignore in this town.

Ole’ Blue Eyes was born and raised in Hoboken and the community continues to pays homage to one of the 20th Century’s most influential entertainment icons.

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A star is embedded in the sidewalk outside his birthplace, parks and streets are dedicated to him and images from his long and colourful career adorn the walls of establishments everywhere.

I dropped in to Luca Brasil’s Italian Deli on a quiet street corner for a quick bite on my way to the golf and drank in the framed Sinatra memorabilia that packed the walls, which included the famous police mugshots from a 1938 arrest.

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Another of New Jersey’s favourite sons – Bruce Springsteen – filmed the music video for the hit ‘Glory Days’ on the tiny corner stage right there in Maxwell’s.

Other quaint bars in leafy locales – like O’Nieal’s on Park and 4th – are reminiscent of pubs in Sydney’s Paddington area, for example, although the college football blaring out on big screens provided a constant reminder that you were on the other side of the world.

The Italian heritage coursing through the veins of Hoboken provides a strong influence to the cuisine of the area but if a hankering for home calls, you might find solace in the Bluestone Lane café on Washington Street.

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The Bluestone is run by Kat, a native of Perth who has relocated to the U.S., as have many other Aussie baristas who are making their mark in the city.

The menu board offers up Vegemite toast as an option and it was comforting to be able to order a ‘Skinny Flat White’ or a ‘Long Black’ without dumbfounding everyone within earshot.

With the Presidents Cup over, my family and I moved across to Manhattan to spend an extra week soaking up the sights and sounds of New York, criss-crossing the town to stay in different areas and experience as much of life in the city as we could.

On our final night spent drinking in the sunset views over NYC from a rooftop bar, our 18-year daughter was quizzed by a New York local on what part of the city she had enjoyed the most.

Given we had explored and walked all over Midtown, Times Square, through Central Park, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, the Financial District and the Nolita areas, a response of ‘Hoboken’ was a surprise even to us.

Hoboken can hardly be regarded as a ‘secret’ with a rich and varied history dating back to the 17th century, but it’s vibrancy, walkability and the variety of other attractions we experienced in just four days suggests it should be included on any itinerary when visiting the NYC area.

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The traveller Jo Francis, Director & General Manager, Natuzzi Italia Qld Which city/country is your most travelled

Window or aisle seat?

to destination?

Always window so I can enjoy the descent in to a

I travel to Italy twice a year to visit Natuzzi Italia

new city. Again, it helps me prepare for the new

in the Puglia Region. Natuzzi Italia is a very

culture and time zone I am about to enter.

progressive brand and it is important that I share the latest products and the best shopping experience with the Queensland consumer. We want our flagship store in Newstead to be as up to date as the Natuzzi Italia stores in cosmopolitan hubs such as Milan, London or Hong Kong.

long flight and why?

An empty seat or a stranger who doesn’t talk.

Flying is great ‘me’ time. Time for thinking, planning, dreaming and catching up on movies I have not seen. As a business woman and mother,

Is there a particular place on your travel

I am always on call. To have no interruptions

‘bucket list’?

for 24-30 hours is bliss and reinvigorates my

My ‘bucket list’ will come out in retirement and I

creative juices.

haven’t thought that far ahead.

How do you pass the time while in transit?

What is your most essential travel item

Skyping and looking for presents for the kids.

and why?

I often have more meaningful face-to-face

Loose, black silk or cotton clothing. I can layer

conversations through Skype compared to the

up or down and always achieve stylish comfort

hallway ‘grunts’ I get at home.

at its easiest.

Do you have any tips for avoiding jetlag?

I learnt how to avoid jetlag in the early days of my buying career with David Jones. I would travel on a two-week round-the-world ticket at least twice a year between the States, Europe and Asia. I would often arrive in a different country/ time zone at night and need to attend a Senior Management meeting with an international brand the following morning at 8am.

My trick is to start thinking in the time zone that

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Who would you most like to sit next to on a

What is your favourite piece of technology?

I don’t travel anywhere without my MacBook Pro. It is my portable office – lightweight yet powerful.

What has been your best /favourite overseas purchase?

I had a real passion for theatre in my twenties and I will always look for a native mask in a new country. I love my mask collection as it brings back so many great memories.

What do you recommend as a ‘must-see’

I am travelling to as soon as I board a flight. If it is

destination?

morning in Australia when I board but it is night at

Matera in Southern Italy. Matera is a well kept

my destination, I will immediately put on my eye

secret and I highly recommend a visit before

mask and rest until it is time to get up. Even if I

the word is out. One of the oldest settlements in

cannot sleep, I can still switch my body clock to

the world with a remarkable history and culture.

the correct time zone and I am prepared for the

The food, atmosphere and the hospitality is some

time of day when I arrive. It never lets me down.

of the best you will find in Europe.

Do you have a favourite hotel?

Langford in London for pure luxury and a short stroll to Buckingham Palace, or Ritz Carlton in Hong Kong for the most beautiful breakfast view over the water.

What is the most interesting/exotic dish you have tasted?

Chocolate is used in some savoury dishes in Northern Italy – this just seems wrong to me.

Nowhere can beat China for exotic dishes, however I would not recommend requesting the list of ingredients as you may choose to go hungry.

What is your favourite iconic landmark?

The Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai. Standing on the Bund, amongst the romantic classic buildings in the French Quarter and looking across to new Shanghai gives me goose bumps. Such an exciting progressive city.

What is the best thing about travelling?

Clearing my head. I always come back inspired and ready to take on my next challenge.

What do you always do before you go?

Kiss a foreign coin for my kids to keep in their pocket. This keeps us close.

Car, coach, plane or ship?

Plane. Too much to do in a short time frame.

Where to next?

Southern Italy in May. I would love to get to the Milan Furniture Fair in April and I am busting to go back to New York in the not too distant future.

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New year, new look Introducing the all-new Aston Martin V8 Vantage.

WORDS CHRIS NIXON

NOT MANY CARS can stay in production for 12 years and still look fabulous. Aston Martin’s 2005 V8 Vantage did, but the time has arrived at last for an all-new model.

It’s tricky reinventing something so successful.

The all-new model, which will make its public debut at the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne in late March, has kept the beautiful profile while changing the design completely.

It’s more aggressive, perhaps acknowledging the number of younger buyers in its growing market.

The body sides now have prominent scoops, which start with functional air outlets behind the front wheels.

The nose retains the traditional Aston Martin shape, but is set lower and the tail features a prominent aerodynamic underbody diffuser and full-width LED lights.

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In a welcome gesture to good taste, Aston Martin retains just a small, integrated rear spoiler instead of a separate wing.

The new Vantage is 34mm shorter than a Porsche 911, the compact size confirming the maker’s intention that this will be a sports car rather than a GT in the model line-up.

I was shown the Vantage at Southport’s Sunshine Aston Martin dealership last October during a world preview tour, but pledged to not reveal the details until its official launch.

It looked a far more racy car on the outside, with a sumptuous interior exhibiting typical British hand-craftsmanship.

Aston says the body design takes cues not from the road cars, but from the track-only Vulcan model, of which just 24 were to be built, and the DB10, built exclusively for James Bond to wreck in the 2014 film Spectre.

The new Vantage features a couple of breaks from tradition, apart from the bodywork.

Most importantly, it now sports a MercedesBenz, 4.0 litre, twin-turbo V8 engine to replace the former non-turbo V8 that dated back to Aston Martin’s ownership by Ford and Jaguar.

So, like almost every other performance car, the Vantage now forsakes a normally-aspirated engine for a smaller one with turbochargers while in pursuit of lower fuel consumption and emissions.

But with 375 kiloWatts, the new car is substantially more powerful, which combined with a lighter aluminium chassis, promises to deliver reasonable petrol consumption around 10.5 litres per 100 kms and 314 kmh top speed.

Car-spotters will notice the other change is the addition of the words ‘Aston Martin’ on the tail.

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The first one has been sold and I’m told it was to a 28-year-old who specified the new Lime Essence colour like the car pictured here.

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Spoilt for choice Sales of the world’s best cars are booming right in our own backyard, writes Chris Nixon.

MORE than a few times I have commented in these pages about the increasing availability and popularity of the world’s best cars in our region.

It’s a revelation for anyone with oil in their veins and it’s no longer unusual to see a menacing Lamborghini stopping the traffic, or even a collection of supercars at a local coffee-andcars morning.

To prove this, the numbers are in on the sales of ultra-performance and ultra-luxury cars in Australia in the past year.

While their total isn’t even a poofteenth of the almost 1.2 million new vehicles sold here in 2017, it’s impressive when you consider the cheapest might cost 10 times more than an average Hyundai and the most expensive, more than a million dollars.

The national sales totals of a selection of top-end makes, below, make surprising reading: • Bentley 219 • Ferrari 210 • Aston Martin 144 • Lamborghini 122 • McLaren 116 • Rolls-Royce 45

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With all represented by dealers in Brisbane or the Gold Coast, it’s a good chance many of these cars are now in the garages of readers of the Cove.

The list doesn’t include Maserati, which sold 740 vehicles and is certainly exotic in my mind even though some would argue it is now pitched more at buyers of mainstream premium makes.

Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, BMW, Range Rover and Audi, etc, also have individual models with price or performance in the ‘ultra’ range, but notionally these brands are in a different league because of their greater popularity.

Among the six exclusive makes listed above, all but Lamborghini sold more cars in 2017 than in 2016.

That’s solid proof of not only a prosperous market but also of wealthy drivers’ changing tastes and demographics (plenty of younger sports car buyers).

And there’s more to come this year, with the following models among those heading to a dealer near you: • Aston Martin: All-new V8 Vantage. See my separate story on the previous page. This will be a cracker sports car. Also coming, Vanquish S and a convertible DB11, the Volante.

• B entley: Continental GT. As well as my personal favourite, the Conti GT remains Bentley’s biggest seller in Australia.

The coming third-generation will give it another boost.

• Ferrari: Portofino replaces the California, but the concept is the same – Ferrari’s most accessible model with front engine and convertible hardtop.

• Lamborghini: Urus, potentially the world’s fastest SUV and certainly the most spectacular-looking.

• McLaren: Senna, limited edition of McLaren’s highest-performing sports car, dedicated to the late Brazilian Formula 1 champion.

A blue-chip investment.

• Rolls-Royce: All-new Phantom, the ultimate version of Rolls’ top model will cost close to a million dollars – before options.

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Positive position A year of gains delivers some pleasant surprises for Gold Coast property.

WORDS NICK NICHOLS

PRESTIGE homes and luxury apartments were among the Gold Coast’s top property performers in 2017, with Herron Todd White revealing that prices in these sectors pulled away strongly from the rest of the market.

However, the property valuation group warned that signs of softness emerged in other sectors over the past 12 months as the Queensland market generally failed to meet more buoyant growth expectations.

Much of that was due to the Brisbane inner-city apartment market heading into decline.

“At the start of the year there were quite a few speculating it was ‘our turn’ in the Sunshine State,” said Herron Todd White in its latest Month in Review for December.

“Its overall performance was positive, but lacklustre according to many. However, this sort of clunky statement doesn’t recognise the nuances of the market.”

The report said there were ‘some very good news stories’ in Queensland property, including the Gold Coast which delivered surprises on the upside.

One of them was the strength of demand for Gold Coast homes priced between $1.2 million and $5 million, leading to a surge in values of between 15 and 20 per cent over the past year. The gains were recorded in properties across the board, including homes on dry, waterfront and golf-front lots.

The spike was two to three times the 7.7 per cent gain in the Gold Coast’s median house price in the past year. As it stands, the median price rise for the Coast was almost double the national average of 4.2 per cent for 2017.

Luxury apartments also performed strongly, with Herron Todd White revealing those priced from $750,000 to $3 million recorded gains of about 10 per cent during the year.

It says typical family homes priced from $500,000 to $900,000 experienced a slowdown in sales volumes, although they are still holding firm at ‘increased strong price levels’.

However, a residential land shortage has combined with rising demand to deliver healthy price gains of about 15 per cent for subdivided lots over the past year.

The December snapshot of the Gold Coast market was broadly positive, with just one note of caution for new apartments in the sub-$650,000 price bracket.

Decreased sales volumes for apartments in this price range, which usually targets investors, has led to developers offering ‘incentives and large sales commissions to real estate agents’.

Overall, Herron Todd White reports that homes within easy reach of the beach experienced robust growth.

“Suburbs with good proximity to Gold Coast beaches such as Palm Beach, Broadbeach, Miami and Burleigh Heads have seen continued strengthening values, as much as 35 per cent over the past three to four years,” it says.

“The biggest surprise is how well the prestige market and beach suburbs are now performing with values pulling further away from lower price brackets and other non-beach locations.”

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has identified Mermaid Beach as the Gold Coast’s best performer for house price growth, with the median jumping 9.9 per cent to $1.53 million in 2017.

In trend terms, Herron Todd White sees the Gold Coast housing market approaching its peak, indicating that it may have capacity for further growth in the year ahead. However, the apartment market is now at its peak.

The REIQ credits the strength of the tourism sector for bolstering the coastal markets such as Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.

“When that sector grows it offers employment oppor tunities and this attracts workers who need somewhere to live,” said REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella.

Ray White Surfers Paradise CEO Andrew Bell said the Gold Coast was also benefitting from a broadening of its economic base.

“There is tremendous confidence in the city due to its economic stability, the quantity and quality of local jobs on offer and steady population growth,” he said.

“And that is something we see as continuing beyond the Commonwealth Games as the Coast’s economy continues to diversify into areas like education and medical services.”

Mr Bell also said there were no signs of the roadblocks that had derailed the Gold Coast’s property market so spectacularly in the past.

“We’re not seeing rampantly rising interest rates, high unemployment or recession,” he said.

“None of these things are happening and all indications are that interest rates are likely to remain stable for most of 2018.”

International and interstate buyers continue to be a ‘significant investor component’ in the Gold Coast market, says Herron Todd White.

“Chinese buyers appeared to slow down, however seem to be back now with a reported increase in buyers also coming from Vietnam.

“New Zealand investors are also significant, however perhaps not as strong as in previous years.”

The confidence wave hitting the Gold Coast has also led to a spike in development applications to 5,360 in 2017, up from 4,900 in 2016. This is the first time the figure has breached 5,000.

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Sale 113 Commodore Drive, Paradise Waters One of the Gold Coast’s most iconic residences. Occupying 1,489m2* with an impressive river frontage of over 46* metres this iconic home sits proudly on the banks of the Nerang River and holds pride of place in a landmark position within the prestigious suburb of Paradise Waters. The three-storey residence is a masterpiece of elegant architecture, practical family function, grace and charm.

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Sale ‘Villa’ 5648 Harbour Terrace, Sanctuary Cove If you’re after pure luxury in a world-class gated community, look no further than Belle Vue Villa! Situated at the quiet end of Harbour 1 with outstanding views and large outdoor entertaining area and pool. The Villa has been totally renovated with new interiors to match. Belle Vue has been host to a Celebrity Clientele over the years and is being sold fully furnished, walk in walk out, with enormous financial potential. *Sanctuary Cove has FIRB approval

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7065 Riverview Crescent, Sanctuary Cove Drive, Situated113 at oneCommodore of Sanctuary Cove’s highestParadise points is thisWaters immaculate family residence catering for the largest of families or anyone looking for plenty of open space and lots of living One of the Gold Coast’s most iconic residences. Occupying options. Sitting proudly on a massive elevated allotment of 1,489m2* with an impressive river frontage of over 46* metres 1497m2, this idyllic home offers beautifully manicured grounds this iconic home sits proudly on the banks of the Nerang River and tranquil indoor and outdoor settings. and holds pride of place in a landmark position within the prestigious suburb of Paradise Waters. The three-storey residence is a masterpiece of elegant architecture, practical family function, grace and charm. raywhitesanctuarycove.com

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Sale 5604 Harbour Terrace, Sanctuary Cove This spectacular waterfront residence offers a highly sought after position on Harbour One complete with waterfront bar and 50ft jetty as well as unbeatable glorious water vistas.

Finished to the highest standard, this immaculately renovated Villa is the ideal full time, low maintenance residence or perfect holiday holding that the whole family can use all year round.

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Sale 5809 Clearwater Crescent, Sanctuary Cove This once in a lifetime opportunity, 1,607m2 property located on the prestigious Clearwater Crescent is available for immediate purchase. A private compound sitting proudly on the banks of Harbour Two is able to accommodate the largest of vessels with approximately 23m* of deep water frontage and fully equipped commercial pontoon ready for the most enthusiastic boat owner.

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Sale 6266 Broken Hills Drive, Sanctuary Cove Set on 1889m2* of prime north facing real estate in the heart of Sanctuary Cove, this exclusive family residence is a rare treasure to find! The expansive family home of over 80 sq*, is a secluded and private offering. Truly an entertainer’s dream; with an abundance of spacious open planned living areas with a wide selection of entertaining options.

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Sale 8046 The Parkway, Sanctuary Cove If you want a free standing waterfront home, you will not secure better value within the resort. Situated on picturesque Harbour Three, and enjoying panoramic views of both water and parkland, this European influenced quality home is impeccably presented so you can move in immediately and start enjoying resort living.

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Opulent villa with prestige beachfront location | 180 degree ocean and waterway vistas | Gourmet chef’s kitchen with butlers pantry Secluded outdoor shower room with timber bath | Bi-fold shutters and enclosed entertainer’s deck | Separate guest accommodation 50m from Belongil cafe and restaurant strip | 10 mins walk to Byron Bay Those in search of secluded seaside tranquilty need look no further than Beachfront Hideaway, an exemplary villa located right at the water’s edge in beautiful Byron Bay. With absolute beach front on one side and the Belongil River on the other, this property occupies a prime location on the peninsula and has been purpose-built to offer the ultimate in seamless indoor/outdoor living. Recently extended and renovated, the elevated two – level master residence has six bedrooms and three bathrooms and offers direct beach access and exceptional views from almost every angle. Located just 50m from the Belongil cafe and beach restaurant strip, Beachfront Hideaway lies just a 15 minute stroll from the relaxed vibe of Byron Bay and only metres from the famed under-water heritage site the “Wollongbar Wreck”.

Price Expressions of interest For more information or to arrange an inspection of this unique estate, please contact Nicolette van Wijngaarden M 0411 144 877 E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au

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T he V i ew 360

16 Somerset Drive, Miallo, QLD

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Contemporary hilltop retreat | Architecturally designed by Chris Vandyke | Captivating ocean and mountain views 12m Infinity-edge swimming pool & spa | Lush resort-style gardens | Near to Newell Beach and freshwater swimming holes 25 mins from Port Douglas, 1.5 hours from Cairns The name ‘The View 360’ tells you all you need to know about this property’s majestic setting.

Hidden high on the hilltop just north of the resort town of Port Douglas, this resort-style property presents unparalleled views of the Coral Sea down to Newell Beach and across to the Daintree Mountains. Set amid a dramatic backdrop of 37.5 acres of luscious rural landscape, award-winning architect Chris Vandyke deftly designed the master residence to meld into the beauty of its surrounds while still offering its occupants an exquisite level of luxurious living. Just a 25 minute drive from Port Douglas and only 1.5 hours from Cairns, The View 360 is an enticing property sure to stir an emotional connection.

Price $2.4 - $2.6 million For more information or to arrange an inspection of this unique estate, please contact Nicolette van Wijngaarden M 0411 144 877 E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au

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Uninterupted ocean views | 1 of only 6 full floor apartments | Direct beach access | Stunning open plan living areas Luxury finishes | Modern stylish kitchen | Secure basement car parking | Short walk to popular cafes, restaurants and bars Boasting uninterrupted ocean views and direct beach access, this apartment with an open plan layout and luxurious finishes is truly a unique opportunity. Offering privacy and security right on the beach, this stunning residence is one of only six full floor apartments in this prestigious, sought after building.

The light-filled living spaces have breathtaking ocean views and, combined with the undercover terrace, provide seamless indoor/outdoor living – just perfect for entertaining.

The modern and stylish kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and a long island bench with stone top.

There is a secure basement carpark with room for two vehicles as well as extra storage and the complex also has a 15 metre communal swimming pool.

Albatross is an amazing opportunity and ideally located just a short walk from popular cafes, restaurants and bars.

Price Contact Agent For more information or to arrange an inspection of this unique estate, please contact Nicolette van wijngaarden M 0411 144 877 E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au or Lloyd Donaldson M 0434 589 999 E lloyd@uniqueestates.com.au

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Exclusive Hedges Avenue address | Prestigious beachfront corner site | Ideal for a luxury beachfront home | 15.1 metres of beach frontage One of very few remaining development sites | 20 minutes to Gold Coast International Airport Located on the prestigious beachfront street of Hedges Avenue, Mermaid Beach, this fantastic corner site on 607 m2 is ideal for those seeking to build a beautiful home.

Minutes from everything fabulous the region has to offer and only 20 minutes from Gold Coast International Airport this truly is an ideally located piece of land.

Magnificent beaches and fabulous surf breaks make Mermaid Beach one of the most desirable locations on the Gold Coast, this is a constantly evolving city where you can enjoy cosmopolitan living just metres from the beach.

Price Expressions of interest For more information or to arrange an inspection of this unique estate, please contact Nicolette van Wijngaarden M 0411 144 877 E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au or Lloyd Donaldson M 0434 589 999 E lloyd@uniqueestates.com.au

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Breathtaking bay and city views | Magnificent interiors by Christopher Elliott | 3 levels of elegant sophistication An array of fabulous entertaining spaces | Separate master and guest bedroom floors | 2 car lockup garage Verdant vertical garden | Fantastic covered outdoor entertaining terrace Rarely does a property come onto the market that is finished with the level of detail and quality that is evident in this stunning executive residence.

Trilogy features a perfect marriage of timber, stone and glass with extra wide French Oak boards throughout; beautiful marble benchtops and wall detailing, and floor-toceiling windows that take in the breathtaking bay and city skyline views. With parks and beaches on your doorstep and only a short stroll to the cafes, shops and restaurants of Victoria Avenue, Albert Park – this property is ideally located. The top floor is the master retreat with an office/library overlooking the city skyline and a luxurious master bedroom finished to 5 star hotel standards. Arguably one of the best properties Albert Park has to offer, Trilogy deserves the attention of all discerning buyers.

Price Expressions of Interest For more information or to arrange an inspection of this unique estate, please contact Nicolette van Wijngaarden M 0411 144 877 E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au or Janine Lum M 0419 113 447 E janine.lum@uniqueestates.com.au

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A creative practice Bayden Goddard Design Architects is a creative firm with a deep commitment to the design process.

WORDS RHONDA OXNAM

CREATIVITY AND INTEGRITY … according to Bayden Goddard these are two of the key principles behind the success of his Gold Coast-based practice, Bayden Goddard Design Architects (BGD Architects).

“We’ve always prided ourselves on giving the clients time and attention,” he explains. “We don’t want to be a firm who just draws something up and then delivers the plans to the builder … we like to see the process right through to make sure the project comes to fruition exactly the way it was imagined.

“At the end of the day we are architects and we want to be architects, so for us the whole procedure – from when you meet the client to understanding the brief and stimulating some creative thought – is a big part of what we do.

“We also like to stay involved during the construction to make sure the client’s experience is an enjoyable one.

“You are not going to get a more stressful period of your life than building your dream home so we try to manage that to make it as pleasant a process as possible – to the point where I like to consider the handover of the keys as a real champagne moment.

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“It almost guts me when that doesn’t happen so we work very hard to try to create that moment.”

Working hard is something Bayden is used too.

Growing up on the Gold Coast before attending university in Brisbane, he was given an incredible (yet daunting) opportunity straight after graduation.

“The practice I was working with did a design competition and won a resort project in Brunei for the Royal family.

“I got sent up there as a very, very green graduate and ended up spending the next five years of my life on that,” he says.

“Then I came back to the Gold Coast and got involved with the practice I had done some of my intern work with, before I decided to go out on my own.”

That was almost two decades ago, and BGD Architects remains one of the Gold Coast’s most successful architecture firms.

“Peter Fraser was a founding member of the office and Marcus Rosner joined us shortly after as a student … both are still here which is a good reflection on the practice’s stability,” Bayden explains.

“We were very lucky. About the same time we started the practice some friends were involved

in a large company float here on the Gold Coast which gave us a really fractured client base.

“That was fortunate for us in that we ended up with a mixture of doctors, lawyers and other professionals and it gave us the ability to design some of the most prestigious homes on the Gold Coast.”

Building on that early success, the practice continued to grow until the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) forced them to reconsider their position.

“Before the GFC we grew and it probably got a bit out of control … with that much success you lose track of your core values,” he says.

“So the GFC was actually positive for us because it brought briefs and client expectations back to being more realistic.

“We did some fantastic, relatively economical work during that period which was a real eye opener and a real refresher for the practice.

“We chose post-GFC not to grow the practice beyond a certain size which has meant the whole process is now more rewarding.

“It actually feels like a proper process, rather than just a job.”

This does not mean they have downsized their reach, with current projects taking them from the Victorian peninsular to the French countryside.

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“We are working on a fabulous house almost on the edge of a cliff in Melbourne as well as a number of projects in Bondi … and the furthest afield at the moment is in Vence, which is in the hills above Nice.

“We are being invited by clients in the southern states to take our Queensland lifestyle to them … what they want is that enviable holiday feel … the pool areas, the entertainment spaces, the barbecues, the relaxed Saturday/Sunday afternoons.”

Closer to home, BGD Architects have projects under construction across the breadth of the Coast, including several at Sanctuary Cove.

“Our reputation tends to be for the larger projects but we also do a lot of homes in the sub-one million category as well.

“In actual fact we cover the whole gamut … we are working on 400 metre blocks down at Mermaid Waters right through to the very, very high end.

“We also have an alter ego in that we do a lot of club, restaurant and commercial projects as well.”

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Super star From rooftop bars to native honey, The Star Gold Coast is continuing its multi-million dollar transformation.

The Star Gold Coast redevelopment The Star Gold Coast’s current transformation heralds a new era for the property and forms part of crucial investment in the region ahead of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. Nine new food and beverage offerings, 596 refurbished hotel rooms and a luxury poolside experience are among the already completed offerings, while The Darling, a new luxury suite hotel and rooftop destination, will form the centrepiece of the redevelopment.

A highly anticipated new Sports Bar will also open in the coming months when the existing building connects to The Darling.

Adding to the excitement of the current development is the planned addition of the first mixed use residential apartment and hotel tower on Broadbeach Island.

Pending successful pre-sales of The Star Residences, the 53-storey tower could be the first of up to five within a future master plan for the property as part of a joint venture with renowned Hong Kong-based partners Chow Tai Fook and Far East Consortium.

Together, the refurbishments of the existing property, and the development of both The Darling and the proposed hotel and residential tower would involve an investment of up to $850 million.

Native honey A ground-breaking partnership between the local Aboriginal community and The Star Entertainment Group will see ‘sugarbag’ native bee honey harvested on North Stradbroke Island.

The Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC), representing the island’s Traditional Owners, the Quandamooka People, is working with The Star Gold Coast to install 32 native bee hives on the island, traditionally known as ‘Minjerribah’.

Each hive is expected to generate up to 1kg of honey per year, which will be used by The Star Entertainment Group as an exclusive, signature ingredient in its menus as well as for gifts.

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New food and beverage offerings The Star Gold Coast has boosted its expanding food and beverage offering by opening another two venues – the sophisticated Cherry bar and new dining space, Food Quarter.

Operating seven days a week, from 5pm until late, Cherry offers a sumptuous setting, expert mixologists and designer drinks, while Food Quarter will serve as a more casual dining venue for guests.

Residing in the area formerly occupied by J bar, Cherry’s fusion of velvets, lush fabrics and gold tones create a lavish space for guests in the heart of the action.

Next door, Food Quarter’s fresh coastal palette and new open plan design create a bright and refreshing space. Elegant white quartz stone and bespoke textures have been incorporated to elevate the look and feel of the venue, while an open plan kitchen and extensive menu will enhance the overall guest experience.

Both venues have been designed in partnership with multi-award winning Queensland architectural firm Brand & Slater who undertook the refurbishment of The Star’s Atrium Bar in late 2016, and will carry out the revitalisation of the property’s highly anticipated Sports Bar ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

New rooftop venue The Star Gold Coast continues to take dining and entertainment to world-class heights by joining forces with acclaimed Gold Coast restaurateur Simon Gloftis and entertainment guru Billy Cross for a stunning new rooftop restaurant and bar. Located on the top level of The Darling luxury suite hotel, the stylish new venue will welcome its first guests in March and will offer a superior dining and beverage experience and boast spectacular views.

“Having already unveiled eight new food and beverage venues as part of the redevelopment, including awardwinning Kiyomi, Cucina Vivo and Garden Kitchen & Bar, the new restaurant and bar will further elevate our offering and cement our reputation as a leader on the dining scene,” The Star Entertainment Group Managing Director Queensland Geoff Hogg said. “A formidable power duo in Billy Cross and Simon Gloftis, combined with our world-class rooftop location and stunning Broadbeach skyline views, the restaurant and bar promises to be Queensland’s premier dining destination.”

The Darling and The Star Grand The Star Gold Coast has unveiled the names for the two hotels located on its Broadbeach Island property, as the iconic venue continues its transformation.

The new luxury suite hotel currently taking shape at the front of the property will be known as The Darling, while The Star Gold Coast’s existing hotel will now be known as The Star Grand.

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is the second hotel in The Star Entertainment Group to adopt the boutique brand and will feature 57 luxury suites from 70 to 328 square metres in size, with butler service and the finest amenities and finishes. New signature bars and restaurants and world-class gaming facilities will assist in driving broader domestic and international appeal.

Now identified as The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast, the existing hotel has undergone an 18-month redevelopment to revitalise the property’s almost 600 rooms, one of the most comprehensive and highest value hotel refurbishments ever undertaken in Australia.

An opulent Penthouse, lavish suites boasting spacious outdoor terraces, Executive Deluxe Rooms, and Superior Deluxe Rooms are among the enhanced offering, which are designed to align to the Gold Coast’s luxurious coastal lifestyle.

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Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games hotel packages In the lead up to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, The Star Gold Coast – the first official partner of the Commonwealth Games – and the City has undergone an exciting period of transformation.

We’ve seen substantial investment placed into our infrastructure and facilities, reinforcing the long-term prosperity of the Gold Coast as an international tourism leader and one of the nation’s fastest growing regions.

During the Games, The Star Gold Coast is planning a host of live, dynamic experiences for guests to enjoy all the fun and games on-property when they are not attending an event.

It aims to be a hub of entertainment and celebration for all visitors and guests with the entire property coming alive with entertainment, medal-winning athlete appearances, world-class dining and a brand new Sports Bar launching this year.

The following room packages are currently available during Games time: • Single Night: $500 per night.

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Compact impact Gold Coast Home Designer Tim Roberts has over 30 years of experience in the building industry.

IF YOUR HOME has good bones and certain aspects you have grown to love why knock it down and rebuild?

Gold Coast Designer Tim Roberts has been renovating high-end homes since he began his training some 30 years ago and says it is a rewarding feeling to take something you already appreciate and bring it into the 21st century.

“Once clients realise the flexibility of the current spaces, where to add or subtract and how to embrace the new technologies and materials available, the options are endless.

“It is easier to interpret a space, its function or aspect when you are able to stand in it,” he says.

‘Compact Impact’ Tim calls it.

“I am no greenie but I do appreciate the natural environment we live in. Renovation involves craftsmen not concrete trucks. Skilled hands as against machines.

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“On average the building industry has 30 per cent waste so if you can save by not doing a total re-build you are also doing your bit for the environment.”

Tim grew up around boats and applies similar outward thinking to the design of his lifestyle homes.

Whether it’s a sleek modern waterfront property or a stunning Hampton’s style rebuild, the one common denominator in all Tim’s projects is you would rarely know it was a renovation.

“I don’t have a particular style,” Tim says.

“Some designs start from one simple image, while others are inspired by the area or the home-owner’s wish-list.

“I always work very closely with the client.

It is our job as a team to create the dream of their perfect home.”

Beginning his training as a carpenter in Sydney, Tim went on to become a builder, boasting clients such as radio broadcaster Alan Jones – so you know he is fastidious when it comes to his craft.

In 2000 Tim decided to focus solely on design. His work ranges from exclusive waterfront renovations for Channel 9’s Liz Hayes and Jim Waley in Sydney’s Palm Beach to a penthouse apartment for artist Charles Billich in Kings Cross.

He has also worked on beachfront properties in Melbourne’s Brighton and Mornington Peninsula, as well as numerous properties in South East Queensland.

Now based on the Gold Coast, Tim moved to the Hope Island area in 2017.

“As creator of Sanctuary Cove Mike Gore stated ‘it is the ultimate place to live’,” says Tim.

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FACTS & FIGURES

Keep it equal Same-sex marriage a side-step for Family Law writes Alice Drummond, Partner and Accredited Specialist in Family Law at Ramsden Lawyers.

IF YOU HAVE been living under a rock for the past six months, it might surprise you to learn that, as at 7 December 2017, Australia has joined 25 other countries to legalise same-sex marriage.

This is a proud time for all Australian residents, who have said ‘yes’ to so much more than just same-sex marriage.

We have inadvertently cultivated a national ‘yes’ to equality, ‘yes’ to our democratic rights, ‘yes’ to future generations that accept and support individuality.

In a practical sense, the legalisation of samesex marriage may cause some confusion about how the rights that same-sex couples have differed (if at all).

Having specialised exclusively in Family Law for over ten years, I would argue that the legalisation of same-sex marriage in Australia has not really changed the rights that same-sex couples have – but there are some changes … and most of them are really wonderful.

What does legalising same-sex marriage mean practically? It means, quite literally, that same-sex couples can now get married.

On 7 December 2017 the Marriage Amendment (Definition and Religious Freedoms) Bill 2017 (Cth) was passed which effectively redefines marriage in Australia as “the union of 2 people to the exclusion of all others, voluntarily entered into for life.”

As of 9 December 2017, same-sex couples have the same liberty as a heterosexual couple to lodge their Notice of Intended Marriage.

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This commences the one-month minimum wait period required before they can take their marriage vows.

Allowing same-sex couples to participate in a marriage ceremony is an incredible step forward for equality; but what does it actually mean for Australian Family Law and the rights and obligations of a married same-sex couple upon the breakdown of |their relationship?

Prior to December 2017, same-sex couples had the same rights as married couples under the Family Law Act by virtue of being in a de facto relationship with their spouse.

As of today, those rights haven’t changed.

Generally speaking, same-sex couples as well as heterosexual couples can: (a) bring an application for orders relating to: (i) parenting arrangements for children to the relationship; (ii) t he division of matrimonial assets, liabilities and financial resources upon the dissolution of a relationship; (iii) spousal maintenance; (b) enter into parenting orders by consent with their former spouse (to assist with promoting a healthy co-parenting relationship moving forward); (c) enter into property and/or maintenance orders by consent with their former spouse (to bring finality to their financial relationship following the breakdown of the relationship);

(d) protect their assets before and/or during the relationship by entering into financial agreements (colloquially known as ‘prenuptial agreements’ or ‘prenups’).

Having said that, since 9 December 2017 there are changes that affect married same-sex couples. Here are some examples: • Australia will recognise the existing and future same-sex marriages which are solemnised overseas under the law of a foreign country, provided that foreign country is a country that recognises same-sexed marriage.

• Same-sex couples can now divorce.

• The non-biological parent of a child born into a same-sex relationship is deemed to be the legal parent of the child.

• For the purposes of seeking a property order in a court, there will be no need to prove that a relationship exists as the marriage certificate provides that evidence.

• Historically, if one partner died, then the other often faced difficulties with hospitals, insurances etc.

Married same-sex couples will no longer have to face these obstacles.

At Ramsden Lawyers, our Family Law team specialise in pre-nuptial and postnuptial arrangements for all de facto and married couples.

Our team are focused on working with you collaboratively to assist our client’s through what is an emotionally trying time.

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SPORT REPORT

Golden partnership Rolex and golf: a partnership based on shared values.

TURN THE CLOCKS back to 1967 and the world was a very different place. A pioneering prototype of the Concorde supersonic aircraft was first unveiled in France, and Christiaan Barnard performed the first heart transplant in South Africa, helping to pioneer a medical procedure that would go on to save countless lives.

The year also marked the beginning of a significant new relationship between Rolex and the sport of golf. A relationship that, in its solid continuity, as well as its breadth and depth, has transcended the often-fickle realm of sports sponsorship.

Over 50 years have gone by since the alliance first began, a half century of steadfast commitment and instrumental support.

In the 1960s, professional golf was experiencing a renaissance courtesy of an American whose domination of the sport, coupled with his disarming charisma and charm, would change the game for generations to come.

With a playing career that spanned 30 years at the very top of the game, Arnold Palmer won seven of the sport’s Major championships and had more than 90 professional wins.

At the same time that he was at the pinnacle of his career, Rolex was keen to strengthen its association with golf.

Naturally, he was the perfect fit to become the brand’s first Testimonee in golf and so began an enduring partnership that has developed into one that spans the globe and extends to golfers of all ages and abilities, exemplifying the passion Rolex has for the sport.

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“It's been one of the best and most compatible relationships that I have had in my life,” Arnold once said of his abiding partnership with Rolex.

“There's far more to the relationship than I could ever tell you. Rolex has done so many great things over the years that have been of tangible benefit to golf as a sport.”

The bond between Rolex and golf has evolved through pivotal partnerships that have cemented Rolex’s place at the heart of the game.

In the 1970s and 1980s, Rolex added prestigious tournaments The Open and the U.S. Open; guardians of the traditions and rules of the game The R&A and USGA; as well as the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA), to its growing number of golf partners.

Rolex’s relationship with golf was described best by one of the most influential men in the sport – Peter Dawson during his tenure as Chief Executive of The R&A. “Through its historic and unwavering support, Rolex has become part of the fabric of golf, from supporting the amateur game to increasing awareness of The Rules, on through an association with golf’s original Major to presenting the Senior Open.

“No other brand I can think of is more globally and passionately involved in our sport.

“The far-reaching commitment of Rolex is deeply rooted in promoting and developing the game worldwide, from grassroots programs through to Major championships and elite players.”

Rolex is renowned worldwide for reliability, precision and uncompromising quality, attributes the brand recognises in each of its Testimonees.

In the mid-1960s, a dynamic trio known as The Big Three – made up of Palmer, American Jack Nicklaus and South Africa’s Gary Player – had become the vanguard of the world game.

Both Nicklaus and Player joined the Rolex family around the same time as Palmer, where they remain today.

The triumvirate challenged each other with their equal stature, skill and endeavour at almost every hole, at almost every tournament.

Gary Player secured nine Major wins while Jack Nicklaus’s accumulation of 18 Major titles remains unsurpassed at the very summit of the game.

“With Arnold and Jack, we all wanted to win so badly, and we had this wonderful rivalry and competition among the three of us,” Gary said.

“But, at the same time, when one of us won, the other two would put their hand out and say, ‘Well done, you beat me today, but I’ll get you tomorrow.’ It was a very healthy rivalry, and it was a rivalry of gentlemanly conduct.”

As modern icons of the game, The Big Three have each expressed their deep admiration for Rolex’s support of golf.

Following a trip to Geneva where he received an up-close look at the inner workings of Rolex, Player said: “I’ve worked with a lot of different companies over my lifetime. Everything in business is negotiable except quality. That exemplifies Rolex – quality.

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“I have always tried to surround myself with iconic brands. Rolex has been involved with golf for a long time, and represented some of the greatest ever players. It was a natural fit.”

In the same way that a Rolex wristwatch may be a treasured heirloom, passed down the generations, the legacy of The Big Three has inspired generations of golfers, who through their success, do the same for those that follow them.

Commenting on the current crop of young players at the forefront of the sport, one of the best female golfers in history, Annika Sörenstam, said: “Golf goes through cycles. Jordan [Spieth], Rickie [Fowler] and Jason [Day] are fun personalities and powerful players as well as quality individuals.

“There is certainly a new generation emerging and I feel golf is in good hands”.

These golfers are part of a burgeoning group of young, aspirational players who, like The Big Three before them, confidently go about their business with integrity, maturity and respect.

These are the Rolex New Guard – a new generation of players who want to assert their authority on the sport and in doing so inspire future generations of athletes to follow them.

Just as for the past five decades Rolex has grown its relationship with golf, there is every intention of continuing this commitment for the long term.

Their anniversary year also celebrated the start of the Rolex Series – a new alliance between leading tournaments created to strengthen the European Tour’s international schedule from the 2017 season onwards.

“The Rolex Series will celebrate the highest quality of golf and the international spirit of the game, qualities that Rolex and the European Tour strengthen with this announcement. We are tremendously proud to have Rolex as our partner in this exciting new venture and we thank them for their continued support,” said Keith Pelley, Chief Executive of the European Tour.

Winding the clock forward, 50 years from now, one thing we can count on for sure, with a century of Rolex’s perpetual pursuit of precision and excellence, as well as its significant support of golf for the past five decades, is that the sport will be as prominent and prosperous as ever.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Anniversary events Links Hope Island celebrates its Silver Jubilee.

APPROACHING ITS 25TH YEAR, Links Hope Island is set to enter the next chapter of its exciting journey.

Designed by Peter Thomson and Michael Wolveridge, and recently rated Best Course on the Gold Coast* (Golf Australia Top 100 Courses 2018*), the par 72 course opened in 1993.

During March it is anticipated that the millionth golfer will tee off at Links with the lucky player set to win an array of prizes and gifts to mark the historic event.

The Club also has a busy calendar of events lined up over the next two months to mark the 25th Anniversary milestone.

A colourful Street Festival will be held to celebrate the start of Chinese New Year.

The free event is open to the public and suitable for families with a ‘Little Wonderland’ for children featuring lantern decorating, calligraphy, dumpling making and a chopstick competition.

An eclectic array of traditional and dynamic performers has been assembled to entertain visitors.

In a coup for organisers, the heritage-listed changing mask dancers are being brought from China especially to perform along with dragon and lion dancers, instrumentalists and a Tai Chi sword master.

Hawker market style food stalls will be available for visitors to enjoy a taste of the Orient.

With March heralding the official month of Silver Jubilee celebrations, Links is proud to be the chosen venue for a new PGA and ALPG sanctioned Gold Coast Challenge Pro-Am scheduled for 12-13 March.

Uniquely, both leading female and male professionals will play in the same group bringing an elevated playing experience for keen amateurs

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who will be able to have a front row seat while the ladies and men go head to head.

The two-day event will encapsulate the atmosphere of a golfing festival with the central Players Paddock featuring music performances throughout the day and a gala dinner in the glamourous Clubhouse to crown the champions.

If that is not enough to be excited about, Links Hope Island is proud to partner with Vavachi Entertainment for the second of its Arias on the Green concert series, Cirque de la Opera.

Combining spellbinding music, international opera performances, skilled acrobatics, enchanting dancers and renowned circus performers, it will be a magical evening.

The free event is an outstanding and enthralling cultural experience for the whole family.

The program is designed to appeal to a wide audience, featuring music from modern day musicals to excerpts from the best-known operas.

The lush surrounds of Links Hope Island is the perfect setting for opera lovers to unwind and detach from their busy schedules with a picnic blanket, vibrant atmosphere and welcoming environment.

Gates open at 6pm with market style food stalls serving a selection of gourmet delights prior to the performance.

A VIP Experience Package is also available for the show. Avid music lovers will have access to premium seating and a catering package throughout the evening.

The event will finish with a spectacular choreographed pyrotechnic display.

“The elegant atmosphere and some of the best known pieces of music filling the air will be a spectacle not to miss,” says Links General Manager Tracey-Lea Tiley.

“Links is again at the heart of the community and we welcome everyone to enjoy the easy, relaxed clubhouse surrounds for our 25th Anniversary celebration. Come and be part of the party.”

EVENT DETAILS Chinese New Year Street Festival Friday, 16 February 2018 Time: 6pm-9pm Admission: Free Onsite car parking Food & Beverage available for purchase *BYO Food & Beverage not permitted Visitors Welcome Qantas Golf Club Gold Coast Challenge Monday, 12 & Tuesday, 13 March 2018 Sponsorship and playing packages available on request Arias on the Green – Cirque de la Opera Saturday, 24 March 2018 Time: Gates open at 6pm Performance commences at 7pm General Admission: Free VIP Experience: $110pp Onsite car parking BYO Food & Beverage not permitted Visitors are welcome to bring own seating Links Hope Island, Springfield Drive, Hope Island. Email coordinator@linkshopeisland.com. au or call 07 5530 9025

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February

ENTERTAINMENT

FEBRUARY Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month During Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, all Australians can show their support by purchasing and wearing a teal ribbon – particularly on Teal Ribbon Day, Wednesday 28 February.

We are also being encouraged to raise vital funds to support women and their families living with ovarian cancer by hosting an Afternoon Teal (teal is the international colour for ovarian cancer).

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16 - 17 FEBRUARY We’re Going on a Bear Hunt From the page, to live on stage at The Arts Centre Gold Coast, this classic, award-winning book comes to life in a hugely innovative, fun-filled stage adaptation. Participatory scenes and plenty of hands-on mischievous adventure will catapult young audiences into the world of Michael Rosen and illustrator Helen Oxenbury’s much loved picture book.

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16 - 18 FEBRUARY Sanctuary Cove Chinese New Year Celebrations Welcome in the Year of the Dog as The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove celebrates Chinese New Year. The program of free family-friendly activities will include Lion Dancing, Chinese musicians, face painting, a jumping castle and a delicious selection of authentic Asian-inspired food.

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23 FEBRUARY - 25 MARCH Brisbane Comedy Festival

25 FEBRUARY Southern Cross Soloists

FROM 20 FEBRUARY 2018 Disney’s Aladdin

Brisbane will be plunged into hysterics when the city’s largest ever lineup of Aussie and international acts lay comical siege to three venues – Brisbane Powerhouse, Brisbane City Hall and SunPAC – as part of Australia’s fastest growing comedy festival. More than 70 stellar comedians will take to the stage including Akmal, Wil Anderson, Dave Hughes and Tom Gleeson.

Acclaimed classical music ensemble the Southern Cross Soloists commence their 2018 season at Queensland Performing Arts Centre with Reimaginations. Enjoy a smorgasbord of musical delights as Australia’s new generation of leading instrumentalists reimagine works by classical music greats; Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and Ravel.

Experience the magic of Disney’s Aladdin at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Adapted from the Disney film and centuries-old folktales including ‘One Thousand and One Nights’, the hit Broadway musical is brought to fresh theatrical life in this bold new production as Aladdin’s journey sweeps audiences into an exotic world of daring adventure, classic comedy and timeless romance.

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March

ENTERTAINMENT

1 - 2 MARCH The Manganiyar Seduction

9 - 11 MARCH Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival

14 MARCH Grizzly Bear

Arts Projects Australia in association with QPAC presents The Manganiyar Seduction. One of the most original and mesmerising live performances on earth, The Manganiyar Seduction is a visually and musically stunning masterpiece where 40 musicians from three generations of Manganiyars perform in a 36-windowed ‘jewel box’, with the songs slowly building to the spine-tingling climax heralded by an sumptuous light show as all the pods glow and pulsate along with the musical rhythms.

A standout event on the Australian Triathlon Calendar, the festival features the Mooloolaba ITU Triathlon World Cup, which will see the world’s best ITU triathletes in action. There is also something for the whole family including the ASICS Mooloolaba Twilight five kilometre run, Mooloolaba one kilometre Ocean Swim, Mooloolaba Superkidz Triathlon and the Special Tri.

After emerging from the wilderness with their first album in five years, indie heroes Grizzly Bear will play Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s Concert Hall for one night only. Breaking onto the scene in the noughties, when indie rock was on a nose-bleeding trajectory, the Brooklyn-based band have spent the past decade creeping up Top 10 lists and headlining festivals around the world.

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14 - 16 MARCH The Somerset Celebration of Literature Festival

16 - 25 MARCH Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

Noted as Australia’s premier youth literature festival, The Somerset Celebration of Literature is a significant cultural event that reaches beyond Somerset College to include the whole community. Over 30 acclaimed authors from around Australia hold interactive sessions and workshops for both children and adults, offering a great opportunity to meet authors and illustrators, have your books signed and enjoy a festival dedicated to reading and writing.

In 2018, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival will include over 300 events all across Victoria.

Food and wine lovers can indulge in bespoke events that fill Melbourne’s labyrinthine network of restaurants, laneways, lights-turned-down basements and dizzying rooftops as well as spilling into spectacular regional Victoria.

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25 MARCH Billy Ray Cyrus Multi award-winning, country and blues artist Billy Ray Cyrus has announced his first Australian headline shows in over 18 years. Fans can catch the country music legend, best known for his global hit Achy Breaky Heart, at Sandstone Point Outdoor Arena. Supporting him for the Brisbane show will be very special guests Kasey Chambers, O’Shea, Caitlyn Shadbolt and Hurricane Fall.

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The Aussie Outback Goes BUMP in the Night

Australia’s Ultimate Bucket List

By Megan Bartlett-Horne Illustrated by Sue ‘Penny’ Horne

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Using rollicking, upbeat rhyming patterns and illustrated with humour and an Australian theme, this book will help children from toddlers and up demystify their night time terrors. RRP $17

Your guide to the most iconic destinations across the country that you really should see in your lifetime including the shifting colours of Uluru and the immense desert landscape of the Nullarbor. RRP $29.99

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Waterwise Plants and Gardening

An Unsuitable Match

By Kevin Walsh

By Joanna Trollope

This book sets out the six easy-to-use principles that will allow you to create a beautiful garden that not only uses water wisely, but also creates a resilient, sustainable and low maintenance environment. RRP $35

Rose Woodrowe is getting married to Tyler Masson. The only problem?

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The Family Next Door

Uncommon Type

By Sally Hepworth

By Tom Hanks

The neighbours in Pleasant Court have their own issues. Then one day in February someone new arrives and her presence might bring even more secrets to light. RRP $29.99

Whimsical, moving and occasionally melancholy, this collection of 17 wonderful short stories shows that two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks is as talented a writer as he is an actor. RRP $32.99

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Nucleus

Botany at the Bar

By Rory Clements

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In a conspiracy that stretches from Cambridge to Berlin and from Washington DC to the west coast of Ireland, Professor Tom Wilde is drawn into an intrigue from which there seems no escape. RRP $39.99

A bitters-making handbook with a beautiful, botanical difference; three scientists present the back-stories and exciting flavours of plants from around the globe, in a range of tasty, healthy tinctures. RRP $27.99

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BRAINFOOD

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CRYPTIC ACROSS

CRYPTIC DOWN

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1 There is, oddly enough, no embargo on this national symbol returning as it is does (9) 7 To love is divine but this is what humans do (3) 8 Presented a public declaration but confused the names of it (9) 10 You see it isn’t frozen (6) 11 The issue of gravity in air (4) 13 A well ventilated but vague sort of fairy (4) 14 Servile underling puts a very short dress on (6) 16 Being ironically bitter I cast cars out of clay (9) 18 Undertake a relaxed position to do the exam (3) 19 Cook pickles to accumulate them for later use (9)

2 Renovates the centre with little life spheres (3) 3 The result of finding the edges of fabric during the fete (6) 4 You can extract ores from aerosols too (4) 5 Get igloos built by one who studies the land (9) 6 Shout “Go back!”

Northern ice formations are related to the effects of the cold (9) 8 Only exposure to this metal could disrupt Anne’s game (9) 9 Those who enjoy wearing their birthday suit despite the unsightly rust stain (9) 12 It sounds like an elevated lifting device that seizes control of the transport (6) 15 Consequently the Latin became a party-goer (4) 17 Willing not to fly when out of sorts (3)

ACROSS 1 Iconic Australian hunting weapon (9) 7 Go astray (3) 8 Proclamation of intentions (9) 10 Perceive (6) 11 Aria (4) 13 Graceful (4) 14 Servile favourite (6) 16 Ironically bitter in expression (9) 18 Attempt exam (3) 19 Accumulate (9) DOWN 2 Eggs (3) 3 Consequence (6) 4 Too (4) 5 One who studies the Earth (9) 6 Concerned with low temperatures (9) 8 Metallic element (9) 9 Nudists (9) 12 Illegally seize control of (an aircraft) (6) 15 Therefore (Lat.) (4) 17 Unwell (3)

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2. Tasmania was sighted by Dutch explorer Abel Tasman is which year?

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No. 793

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6. Which great ape is native to Indonesia and Malaysia?

7. Which team was the winner of the 2013 Rugby League World Cup? 8. The 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was held in which city?

9. The human hand consists of how many bones?

10. The Liar was written by which famous British actor?

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AQUARIUS 21 Jan – 19 Feb

The Aquarian solar eclipse on February 16th suggests you are ready for considerable change in your life. Financial decisions may be the turning point. For some, though, the next two months will be all about deepening a relationship. However, eclipses can mean the end of a phase, when ties must be broken for the sake of personal growth. You’ll enjoy updating your appearance.

GEMINI 22 May – 21 Jun

LIBRA 24 Sept – 23 Oct

PISCES 20 Feb – 20 Mar

CANCER 22 Jun – 23 Jul

Over the next two months, you’ll feel motivated to consider new ways to share joint duties, responsibilities and finances. If you’re already in a partnership (business or personal), you may deepen your ties – or decide to begin afresh with a clean slate. Finalise new financial arrangements before mid-March to avoid the chance you’ll need to revise your plans at a later date.

SCORPIO 24 Oct – 22 Nov

Venus will be in Pisces from February 11th, prompting you to look for meaning in life and to fine-tune your sense of purpose. There’s no better time than the present to pursue activities that resonate with you on a deep level. However, it’s vital you are realistic about your endeavours, or the next two months could prove disappointing as you pursue ideals rather than goals.

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr

LEO 24 Jul – 23 Aug

SAGITTARIUS 23 Nov – 22 Dec

TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May

VIRGO 24 Aug – 23 Sept

CAPRICORN 23 Dec – 20 Jan

Gaining more meaning and satisfaction in life will appeal to you over the next two months. For some, this will involve a deepening interest in mysticism and spirituality. You’ll enjoy the chance to dream a little at work; to consider new projects where you will find more self-expression. The solar eclipse in February could open exciting doors of exploration, teaching or study.

Pace yourself in February; take care of health and wellbeing. Once the sun will be in Aries from March 21st, you’ll appreciate a boost in energy levels, especially if you have over-extended yourself though hard work and upbeat projects early on in the year. The full moon and blue moon on March 31st will spark a new relationship cycle.

If you’re single, you may meet someone now.

The solar eclipse on February 16th suggests considerable developments in your personal life, especially if you were born mid-August. You may be surprised by a turn of events or feel the need for more self-expression in your relationship.

Singles could meet someone from out of the blue.

A business relationship or financial matter may also turn a corner at this time.

Jupiter in your love sector will encourage you to follow your heart and your dreams. Once it turns retrograde on March 9th you’ll get the chance to consolidate recent decisions and the changes they have produced, enabling you to slow the pace slightly and to regroup. Finances will improve as you sail forward with adventurous projects, so don’t give up your hopes and dreams.

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Prepare for a considerable groundswell of developments that will encourage you to turn a corner, either at work or health-wise, leaving bad habits behind. The next two months will be ideal for a detox and a healthy new fitness regime; and to consider new ways to boost vitality. The Virgo full moon on March 2nd will be an especially favourable time to reinvent yourself.

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The solar eclipse on February 16th signals the opportunity to make changes at home, with family or property, so if any of these areas seem hum drum now, new inspiration should revitalise these areas over the next two months. It’s important to be realistic about finances, as a lean period may arise unless you can put in place a clever budget that builds wealth.

February and March are excellent for consolidating the progress you’ve made over the past year, and to plan ahead. Your sign’s ruler, Jupiter, will turn retrograde on March 9th, and this will stimulate a little introspection and the chance to set those things right that may have gone awry – and to regain faith both in yourself and in the universe at large.

You’ll appreciate the opportunity to dream big in February and March and, with energetic and upbeat Mars in your sign from March 18th onwards, you will enjoy a true boost in energy levels that will help you to tackle logistics and to get ahead. Try to get new projects up and running before March 9th to avoid having to revise at a later date what you have already put in place.

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In February, the more attention you place on your relationships, the better, as you may devise a new understanding then that will work well for you long-term. Your relationships will gain focus and zing, bringing your love life more vitality and focus during this time. In March you’ll appreciate the chance to turn a corner at work or regarding a health matter.

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