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FEATURE STORY Western Property

HUGE INTEREST IN NEW RESIDENTIAL PRECINCT S

tockland has launched its newest residential precinct, Elara Place, which is expected to provide an additional 800 homes in the sought-after Stockland Elara community in Marsden Park, in Sydney’s north west, with the first release now available.

“RESIDENTS CAN EMBRACE ELARA’S ACTIVE, OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE”

Elara Place is located on Glengarrie Road and South Street and has easy access to transport links as well as the amenity in the adjacent Elara community, including an inclusive water-themed playground, a dog park, 40-hectares

of green open space, and around seven kilometres of cycling and walking trails that lead to a three-hectare lake. Construction will commence this year on the Elara Northern Playing Fields and childcare centre.

Elara Place is also close to the future Marsden Park Strategic Town Centre, which is currently in the planning stage by Blacktown City Council in collaboration with the NSW Government.

Stockland General Manager, Master planned Communities NSW and ACT, Ed Krushka, said Elara Place provides customers with a range of housing options in a location that’s central to transport, schools, shops, and open space.

“For more than 70 years, we have helped more Australians achieve the dream of home ownership and we are committed to providing options to people seeking more affordable homes,

including first homebuyers, young families, upgraders, and downsizers,” Krushka said.

“Elara Place has easy access to transport links, shops, and schools, with more proposed facilities expected in the future.

“Residents can embrace Elara’s active, outdoor lifestyle with around seven kilometres of walking and cycling paths, a three-hectare lake, local parks, and large open playing fields.”

Construction of the first homes is expected to begin in the second half of this year, with lots in the first release ranging from 250 to 300 square metres, and prices ranging from $575,000 to $705,000.

A recent open day saw strong interest from first homebuyers, families, upgraders, and downsizers, with the first land release available now.

The Stockland Elara Sales and Information Centre, located at Elara Boulevard, Marsden Park, is open from 11am – 4pm Monday to Friday and also 10am – 5pm on weekends.

More information on the Elara Place can be found online at www.stockland. c om .au/resident ia l/n s w/ elara.

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BUY OF THE WEEK Western Property

RESORT-STYLE LIVING! What is so great about this property?

Experience resort-style living at its finest in Aqua, East Side Quarter, Penrith’s first resort-side Development. Drawing inspiration from tropical luxury resorts,

Aqua introduces an oasis lifestyle to Penrith’s vibrant landscape.

Immerse yourself in the centrally positioned pool complex, indulge in rooftop cinema entertainment, and relish a luxurious lifestyle in the heart of the Panthers precinct.

Who does this property suit?

First home buyers and downsizers.

Tell us about the suburb the property is in?

An all-encompassing lifestyle

and residential quarter for lovers of river walks, café culture, doorstep amenity and world-class design, conveniently situated next to Panthers Entertainment Complex and close to Penrith Station.

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• 4 generous-sized BRs all fitted with BIRs • Main BR with generous WIR plus stylish ensuite & split system a/c • Open plan design with combined living & dining area • Modern kitchen with island benchtop, 900mm gas cooktop & ducted stainless range hood • Spacious WI pantry • 2nd living/media/home office • Main bathroom with separate shower, bathtub, toilet • Internal laundry • Plantation shutters • Under cover alfresco • Low maintenance backyard • Remote control double garage with internal access • Concreted driveway

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• 3 generous-sized BRs, 2 with BIRs • Natural light-filled living room with s/s a/c • Contemporary kitchen with breakfast bar plus ample storage • Main bathroom with separate bath & shower • Internal laundry with 2nd toilet • Well maintained large above ground pool • Spacious front and backyard • Covered alfresco area • Concreted driveway • 758.5sqm block • Shops, schools, cafes and eateries as well as a variety of nearby transport options • Zoned R2, granny flat potential (STCA)

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JUST LISTED Close to Kingswood Station, childcare centres, bus stop, schools, shops, parks, Nepean Hospital & Penrith CBD. MAIN HOUSE: 3 BRs • Open plan living • Modern kitchen with dishwasher, breakfast bar • Separate dining • Spacious bathroom tiled up to the ceiling with bathtub • Ducted a/c throughout • External laundry • Good-sized backyard • Currently rented APPROVED GRANNY FLAT: • 1 BR, fitted with BIs • Contemporary kitchen • Modern bathroom • Internal laundry • Currently rented

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Potential rent : $860-$920 per week Dual living (house & granny)

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This fully renovated home is ideally suited for family living or investment purposes. Positioned in a sought-after pocket of Cambridge Park. Fully renovated, this home offers 3 generous-sized BRs, exquisite kitchen with beautiful splashbacks, island benchtops, 40mm stone benchtops and stainless-steel appliances. Walking distance to Kingswood Station, schools, shops, parks, and close to Nepean Hospital and only a short drive to Penrith CBD & St Marys CBD.

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4/490 George Street, South Windsor

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• 2 good-sized bedrooms with built-ins • Combined bathroom and laundry • Separate toilet • Balcony • Carport

Inspection: February 10, 5pm-5.30pm

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Going To Auction 24th February • Appealing 3 bedroom brick home set for Auction • Spacious lounge & dining areas with lots of natural light • Galley-style kitchen, ample cupboards & bench space • Upgraded bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiling • Elevated fully fenced 560m2 allotment • Close to Cranebrook shopping complex, local schools & sporting fields

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• Beautiful 2-storey, 3-bedroom townhouse • Spacious open living design • Huge modern kitchen with S/S appliances • 3 good-sized bedrooms, ensuite to main • Private U/C timb er deck entertaining area • Secured gated complex with street frontage

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SWIMMING CHILDREN ARE SMARTER CHILDREN! S

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chools are back for 2024, and parents everywhere are heaving a sigh of relief, or missing the summer holidays, or a strange mix of both! Time to get back into the routine of school and after school activities. Here’s a fun fact, and yet another reason to prioritise children’s swimming lessons – did you know that children who are learning to swim also do better at school?

A study conducted by Griffith University suggests that swimming children are not only safer, but smarter. The research conducted over four years concluded that children who swim demonstrate more advanced cognitive and physical abilities than other children and indicates that swimming children have many advantages when starting school. Lead researcher Professor Robyn Jorgensen said: “While we expected the children to show better physical development and perhaps be more confident through swim-

ming, the results in literacy and numeracy really shocked us. The children were anywhere from six to 15 months ahead of the normal population when it came to cognitive skills,

“On average, these children were 11 months ahead of the normal population in Oral Expression, six months ahead in Mathematics Reasoning and two months

problem solving in mathematics, counting, language and following instructions.”

In addition to achieving physical milestones faster, the swimming children scored significantly better in visual-motor skills such as cutting paper, colouring in and drawing lines and shapes.

Professor Jorgensen added:

ahead in Brief Reading. Most amazing was the difference in Story Recall (17 months ahead) and Understanding Directions (20 months ahead).”

We have some morning swimming lesson places opening up at both of our centres this month as our preschoolers go off to kindergarten, so now is the perfect time

to book your baby, toddler or preschooler into weekday morning lessons.

Mornings are very focused on young children, with no school aged children in the centre, and set your child up for a good lunch and afternoon rest after the exercise and mental stimulation swimming lessons provides.

Many children and parents will also experience their first school swimming carnival in the coming weeks. Encourage your child to take the plunge – a high student participation rate makes for a fun and exciting day for all, and with the number of children reaching the 50m freestyle swimming milestone declining, it is sad to see less and less competitors in these races each year.

Good luck to all and race well.

If your children are not yet in swimming lessons, make this your year to start their swimming journey and begin to work towards the recommended swimming milestones!

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surprise that so many people still just walk into their usual bank to apply for a home loan – arguably the biggest financial decision you’ll make in your life.

Your usual bank probably feels comfortable – you may have been with them since your very first pay cheque, and it just seems logical to go to them when it comes to your home loan.

But there’s so much to consider when it comes to a home loan, and it’s possible your usual bank isn’t the right answer for you.

A broker works on your behalf to get the best possible home loan result for you – incorporating the all-important interest rate, as well as various elements and features of the loan you may desire, including withdraw facilities, low monthly fees, offset accounts and a variety of other elements.

A broker, like a bank, will assess your financial situation and provide any advice required when it comes to your borrowing power, and the best type of

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Sometimes it can feel like a broker is an added step in the process but it’s definitely a worthwhile one – and in fact could save you tens of thousands of dollars over the term of a loan.

Think about the car and TV examples from earlier.

You will always shop around to get the best deal. Using a broker means they do the hard work for you and do the shopping around – presenting the best deal for you.

Whether it’s Bell Partners or another broker, if you’re in the market for a home loan – get in touch with one today and you’ll definitely be happy with the outcome versus going to a bank direct.

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If you missed out on that NASA is now gearing up for a historic mission to the Moon’s South Pole in late 2024. NASA’s Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER) will embark on a 100-day quest to hunt for water, ice and other valuable resources, paving the way for future lunar exploration.

VIPER is a crucial stepping stone for NASA’s ambitious Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon by 2025. By understanding the Moon’s resources, VIPER will help pave the way for sustainable lunar settlements, where astronauts can live and work using resources

found on the Moon itself.

Want to be a part of this groundbreaking mission? NASA is offering a unique opportunity to send your name to the Moon! Through the “Fly Your Name with VIPER” campaign, you can submit your name for a chance to have it etched onto a microchip onboard the rover.

VIPER is no ordinary rover. This rugged robot is built to withstand the Moon’s harsh environment. It boasts a powerful drill that can extract ice samples for analysis. It also has a selection of cutting-edge instruments, including a Neutron Spectrometer System (NSS) that will sniff out hydrogen, a key indicator of water ice. A Mass Spectrometer will analyse the chemical makeup of the lunar soil and gases, revealing the

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Joint manipulation is one of the most common practices for relieving pain and providing patients with a better range of motion when they are experiencing stiffness. It is also known as manual therapy and is often used by healthcare professionals and podiatrists to reduce pain and restore/ improve the patient’s range of motion, allowing better movement and improving their quality of life. It works by improving the mobility and congruency of joints in the feet, which in turn allows muscles to work more

efficiently around those joints. This establishes better movement pathways and can help to relieve chronic pain.

The body is complex, there are 33 joints in each foot and due to the overload from just walking these get painful and adding joint manipulation and a mobilisation method can help break this pain cycle. Our podiatrists can assess the mobility of the joints in your feet to uncover restrictions that’s possibly adding to the pain. We can then provide

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presence of other valuable resources. A Lunar InfraRed Camera for mapping the terrain and searching for signs of ice.

To participate in this exciting campaign, you need to follow these simple steps: 1.

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It will then display your personalised boarding pass.

The deadline for submitting your name is March 15, 2024. The names will be compiled and engraved on the spacecraft before it is shipped to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida for launch preparations. The Europa Clipper mission is scheduled to launch in November 2024 aboard a SpaceX

Falcon Heavy rocket.

Once in lunar orbit, the Falcon Heavy will deploy the Griffin lander, carrying the VIPER rover safely to the Moon’s surface. The Griffin lander is designed for precision control and soft landings, ensuring a smooth touchdown within the permanently shadowed region of the South Pole, where VIPER will conduct its ice-hunting mission.

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IN THE MIRROR with Cassidy Pearce Your guide to creating the best look for your Taylor Swift experience

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he countdown is officially on, with just a few weeks to go until Taylor Swift hits Aussie shores for seven huge nights of her Eras Tour across Sydney and Melbourne.

If you managed to get tickets for a show, or if you’ll be going to one of the many Swift-themed events popping up in the lead up, you should well and truly have your outfit sorted.

But, if you’re feeling lost on ideas, here are a few to get you started.

Reputation One of Swift’s most distinct album eras, ‘Reputation’ is characterised by its darker,

more villainous aesthetics.

Any good ‘Reputation’-inspired outfit requires a more edgy, vampy makeup look to go along with it.

Throw out the classic red lipstick that Swift is generally known for and instead look for a deeper crimson shade, like MAC’s ‘Diva’, paired with a grungy eyeshadow look using the Natasha Denona Xenon Eyeshadow Palette, or Huda Beauty’s Pretty Grunge Eyeshadow Palette.

Lover Another one of my favourite eras, ‘Lover’ is perfect for anyone who loves colour – especially pink.

If you’re planning on wearing a ‘Lover’-inspired outfit, keep in mind that there’s no better time

to get creative. Palettes like the Anastasia Beverly Hills Norvina Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 6 for Face and Body are perfect to allow your imagination run wild.

Channel Swift’s looks from the era with some temporary pink or blue hair dye, and, if you want to be a little bit extra, use glitter or face jewels to create a love heart shape around your eye.

lore’ is focused on storytelling, meaning there are plenty of individual songs you can be inspired by if you don’t want to opt for a more general ‘Folklore’ look.

Go all silver for a ‘Mirrorball’ look, using the Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner in ‘Glamrock’, and the Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear nail polish in ‘Silver Storm’.

Folklore

Similar to ‘Folklore’, the aesthetics of ‘Evermore’ remain very earthy and dulled down.

However, this album has a warmer, more autumnal vibe, meaning eyeshadow palettes like Natasha Denona’s Bronze Eyeshadow Palette or the Morphe 9T Neutral Territory Artistry Palette would be perfect to recreate it.

Both of these eras can be

A stark contrast from ‘Lover’, ‘Folklore’ was the first album in a while where fans really saw Swift dull down her look, opting for a more c o t t a g e c o r e -i nspired aesthetic to match the softer sound of the album.

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topped off with identifiable (and easy to recreate) hairstyles, like low, loose buns and braids.

Midnights And finally, Swift’s most recent album ‘Midnights’.

Another deeper, grungy era, midnight blue and other jewel tones are the most obvious colours to use when building a ‘Midnights’-inspired look.

The Pat McGrath Labs Mothership I Subliminal Eyeshadow Palette is perfect if you’re in the mood to splurge, or opt for a glittery single eyeshadow like the Shiseido Pop Powdergel Eye Shadow in ‘Zaa-Zaa Navy’.

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wellbeing goes beyond providing food and shelter. One key aspect that often gets overlooked is environmental enrichment – a vital component in keeping indoor cats mentally stimulated and physically active.

Cats are natural hunters and explorers, hardwired to seek out new challenges and engage in activities that mimic their instincts. When confined to indoor spaces, they may face a lack of mental and physical stimulation, leading to boredom, lethargy, and potentially behavioural issues. As responsible pet owners, it is important to create an environment that supports their innate needs.

Introducing environmental enrichment into your cat’s life is like opening a treasure chest of possibilities. It involves providing a variety of stimuli that engage their senses, encouraging mental and physical exercise. Simple additions such as scratching posts, interactive

toys, and climbing structures can transform an ordinary living space into a playground of excitement.

Puzzle feeders also can not only make mealtime more engaging but also tap into a cat’s problem-solving abilities.

Strategically placed perches and window shelves offer a frontrow seat to the outside world, allowing cats to observe birds, passing cars, and rustling leaves – providing endless entertainment and mental stimulation. To green your home with cat-friendly indoor plants, look for lipstick vine (Aeschynanthus), bromeliads, calathea and maranta (peacock plant, prayer plant, pilea and peperomia), spider plants and Fittonia (snakeskin or nerve plant).

For those with a creative flair, DIY projects such as homemade puzzle feeders or crafting intricate cardboard forts can add an extra layer of enrichment.

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prevent boredom and maintain the novelty factor.

Beyond physical wellbeing, environmental enrichment contributes to a cat’s emotional health. Enriched environments reduce stress and anxiety, promoting a happier and more contented feline companion.

Moreover, a stimulated cat is less likely to engage in destructive behaviours or develop obesity-related issues, ensuring a longer and healthier life.

It is important to remember that keeping indoor cats entertained through environmental enrichment is not just a luxury but a necessity for their wellbeing.

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JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

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There are four planets transiting through your sign – the Sun encourages creativity, the New Moon signals a fresh cycle of growth and learning, and the Mercury/Pluto conjunction boosts concentration. But Thursday’s Sun/ Uranus square could stir up a domestic drama. And remember – just because you’ve thought of a brilliant idea (and talked about it endlessly) doesn’t mean you’ve achieved anything. Be proactive about turning dreams into reality!

The Mars/Neptune connection is wonderful for manifesting dreams – especially involving personal projects.

Then the New Moon lights up your spirituality zone on Friday night. Put aside some special ‘me time’ so you can meditate, contemplate, ruminate, slow down, calm down and re-calibrate. Your motto is from writer (and birthday great) Alice Walker, “Look closely at the present you are constructing - it should look like the future you are dreaming.”

The Sun/Uranus square and New Moon (in Aquarius) shake up and reboot your peer group zone, so a friend or work colleague from the past could boomerang back into your world! Whatever happens, do your best to surround yourself with authentic people who help you in hard times, encourage your talents and support your dreams. As birthday great Bob Marley observed, “True friends are like stars; you can only recognise them when it’s dark around you.”

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You’ll be in the public eye in some way as the Sun, New Moon, Mercury and Pluto stimulate your reputation/career zone. So you could shine at work, at school or in a volunteer position. When it comes to your job, do you need to upskill?

Are you looking for employment or is it time to change vocation? The winds of change are blowing so prepare to pivot!

Are you looking for love? You could be attracted to someone from another country or culture.

You’re super busy and raring to go but are you actually achieving anything of substance? On Monday your ruler Mercury hooks up with meticulous Pluto, so make sure you double-check details and leave plenty of time to get to appointments. If you focus and prioritise (plus tackle tasks in regular short bursts) then you’ll gradually get things done.

Friday night’s New Moon heralds an insightful realisation about yourself or a welcome weekend getaway.

Crabs are sentimental creatures and can spend too much time in the past.

Resist the urge to brood over love gone wrong. This week’s stars help heal your hurt feelings so you can finally let go and move on. The New Moon also signals a major shift in the areas of intimacy or money. Perhaps a passionate new affair or the start of a promising financial partnership? But plenty of patience is required on Thursday when a relationship goes through a bumpy patch.

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On Thursday, a romantic relationship or a professional partnership could veer off in an unpredictable direction, when disruptive Uranus squares the Sun (your ruling planet). When it comes to your career, don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater! Try to get the balance right between keeping what works and exploring exciting new options. Friday night’s New Moon is all about new beginnings involving, love, marriage, a joint venture or a business partnership.

The Sun, New Moon, Mercury and Pluto all highlight your health and wellbeing zone, so strive to be the fittest and most vibrant Virgo you can be. Get your body moving ASAP! Reinvention is the name of the game, as the planets encourage you to reboot your daily routine with passion and determination.

The best way to manage stress is with relaxing indoor pursuits (like meditation or yoga) and vigorous outdoor activities (like running, cycling or hiking).

This week six planets activate your family and friendship zones, so focus on the important people in your life who make your world go ‘round. Make sure you love, nurture, and appreciate them to the max – but don’t expect them to make you happy! As writer (and birthday great) Alice Walker wisely observed, “Any happiness you get you’ve got to make yourself.” The terrific Venus/ Uranus trine encourages you to express yourself creatively.

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Monday’s Mercury/Pluto conjunction is all about intense communication and powerful conversations, especially with family members and/or housemates.

And then Friday night’s New Moon encourages you to patch up an unpredictable relationship with a relative, as you demonstrate endless patience and hold out the olive branch of peace. As music legend (and birthday great) Bob Marley sang, “Overcome the devils with a thing called love.”

Friday night’s New Moon inspires you to contribute your versatile talents to a worthy cause within your local community. Then satisfying connections and positive friendships will follow. However, when it comes to a neighbour, family member or work colleague, hold onto your seat and prepare for a rollercoaster ride. And avoid putting your foot firmly in your mouth on the weekend when the Mercury/Jupiter square encourages rash words and impulsive actions.

The New Moon stimulates your cash zone, so take stock of your financial situation and initiate some smart strategies.

And don’t forget to do an inventory of your inner wealth, which includes your self-esteem and core Capricorn values.

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or as long as anyone can remember, the Gold Coast has been pitched as the ideal family holiday spot – the beaches, the theme parks, affordable eating spots, the friendly atmosphere and relaxed, holiday vibe.

Indeed it is a rite of passage for any suburban family to take that road trip a couple of times while the kids are growing up; the ‘are we there yets’ ringing through your ears for much of the trip.

And indeed much of the Gold Coast’s accommodation is family based, making booking such a trip easy and generally hasslefree.

MORE INFO “THERE’S PLENTY OF TRUTH TO THIS NEW FEEL ABOUT THE GOLDIE”

One of the Imperial Hotel’s suites.

But in recent years, the Gold Coast has done a little growing up, and while it remains an ideal family getaway spot, it’s also turning into the perfect holiday for couples – with no kids in tow.

With our toddler happily spending a few days with her grandparents, my wife and I put this to the test – heading to the Gold Coast for three nights to see if a trip north can be fulfilling without the family focus.

And yes, there’s plenty of truth

to this new feel about the Goldie.

We stayed at the five-star Imperial Hotel, and while it remains a child-friendly option, its slightly higher price range means it never feels like you’re in the middle of a play centre.

Even the pool has a dedicated adult’s only section – though it should be noted it’s something of an imaginary line and, understandably, isn’t overly policed.

There’s a varied selection of room types, and we stayed in a Superior Suite – the perfect option if one of you wants a sleep in while the other is an early riser

and wants to get in some early morning TV in the other room.

It’s very spacious, with a spa bath included and two bathrooms; probably overkill for a couple but if you’re either looking for that extra bit of luxury or you do have one or two kids with you, it’s the perfect option.

The hotel boasts an Italian restaurant with a seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday nights, and the buffet breakfast was very impressive (something that can always be hit and miss) so it’s worth trying to include it in your package.

The Imperial Hotel offers an impressive pool, with various day bed options.

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On our first night, we had the opportunity to take a sunset sail on the Gold Coast Broadwater with Sun Sailing – which boasts a 38ft yacht. It’s a calm trip, so those with weak stomachs need not worry, and this husband and wife team really hit the mark with the overall experience (plus, you get to say hello to their adorable dog, Wilson!).

It’s a great way to learn a little more about the Gold Coast, and while there’s a whole range of cruises available, the sunset

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WHAT YOU EXPECT cruise was absolutely delightful and a beautiful way to see the sun set. If you’re lucky, you may get the boat to yourself – but otherwise, it’ll just be a small group of fellow travellers.

You’ll sit back and enjoy cruising alongside the Gold Coast Spit, past the entrance to the Seaway, Porpoise Point on South Stradbroke Island and Wavebreak Island.

Visit www.sunsailing.com.au.

The Gold Coast has certainly upped its game in the restaurant stakes and my two standout recommendations would be Bonita Bonita – a cute little Mexican restaurant at Mermaid

La Luna Beach Club.

Beach that dishes up a chicken and chorizo quesadilla that is to die for – and Ladybird, an Asian fusion restaurant on Main Beach with delicious modern dishes and sensational cocktails.

Next on the list for us was a visit to La Luna Beach Club – where the cocktails are flowing, the music is pumping and the pool is sparkling.

You can reserve a spot by the pool, get yourself a day bed for a long stint or just enjoy a cocktail at one of the surrounding tables; it’s certainly a party vibe and you won’t be disappointed by the atmosphere.

It’s connected to Mare Restaurant, which has a seafood-dominated menu that features both small plates and full meals; and I can tell you the Wagyu Rump was a sensational choice, with some honey and black pepper glazed carrots on the side and some creamy mash potato to top it all off.

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While the pool at La Luna was nothing short of sensational, we made a point of spending a pool day at the hotel as well – you can’t go past the relaxation of getting yourself a day bed and coming in and out of the water all day, with cocktail and food service right at your fingertips (the cocktails by the way are pretty darn good, which can be hit and miss at hotels).

The Gold Coast remains the ideal family holiday location, but it’s certainly become a wonderful destination for a couple’s getaway too – as long as you’re well planned and make your reservations in advance, given some of the above restaurants and experiences can fill up quickly.

Parts of this trip were facilitated by Destination Gold Coast.

A beautiful Gold Coast sunset.

The beautiful yacht owned by Sun Sailing Gold Coast.

La Luna Beach Club offers an incredible menu.

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