BRISBANE Style - Summer 2011/2012

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This new and original Classic Spanish furniture collectionhas just arrived and is now available from our Gold Coast showroom!

Featuring the hallmark of impeccable taste and uncompromising quality with distinctive harmony ofbalance, proportion and colour, this brilliant, classic Spanish furniture is your timeless answer to the

uncertainty of ever changing home fashion trends, standing its ground in a disposable age - worthy ofbeing passed on through generations!

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FRANCOISE ESTERHAZY – ART & COUTUREShop 8, 60 Santa Cruz VillageSanta Cruz Boulevard, Clear Island Waters Telephone: 07 5572 6222For wholesale inquiries: 07 5575 3338

www.francoiseesterhazy.com.au

Francoise Esterhazy Art &

Couture is a treasure trove for

the discerning woman

From casual to evening wear

with exquisite jewellery to

compliment the collection

Natural fibre is the core of this

summer collection:cotton

lace,handblock printed cotton

voile and cashmere/silk summer

knits in bright jewel colours

And if fashion isn’t enough,

immerse yourself in the unique

hand-picked pieces of art from

far reaching Rajasthan,

including wall hangings and

hand-quilted bed covers.

Order online: www.dianasofnoosa.com.au Bay Village Hastings Street Noosa Heads. Ph 07 5447 5991 email: [email protected]

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Brisbane Style Cover:With thanks to The Mercedes

Benz Fashion Week.Hats from The Hat Box -

Brisbane Arcade

Luxury Style CoverFinely sliced Hiramasa Kingfish

drizzled with yuzu dressing andtiny squares of fresh orange and

micro herbsSONO Japanese Restaurant -

Portside Hamilton

contents4 RSVP - Openings,

Launches & Social Events

8 Chef Dominique RizzoSharing an abundant love offamily, food and heritage wasas the forte of DominiqueRizzo’s Sicilian papa.

10 22 Fashion... what’s happeningWrap up of MB Fashion& hats for the races

26 Pottsville SurferBrittani Nicholl tells her inspiration in chasing a World Pro Surfing Title

32 Kelly BakerWe speak to one who knows how to make your day with edible bouquets

34 Food & wine reviewsWe sample SONO Japanese Restaurant & take a look at what Chef PJ McMillan is up to... Food and wine events around Brisbane & the Gold Coast.

54 Design & PropertyExquisite ideas & products to keep your home and lifeStylish.

70 Travel GetawaysA trip to Spicers Tamarindon the hills of Maleny- newways to experience NZ

64 Style MotoringThe fabulous iconic E Type Jaguar turns 50

78 Artists and ArtisansNew artists register to create another avenue of exposure for the arts

79 Movies/Theatre Mary Poppins is coming

80 Alice CooperStill rocking the audience over 3 generations

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Welcome to our stunningSpring/ Summer edition of LUXURYQueensland Style and BRISBANEStyle Magazines...

Spring is here and Summer is makingher imminent arrival felt, as the sultrywarmth of the hotter seasons weaves

an alluring spell upon our days and nights.Lush gardens full of swaying trees and

wondrous flowers of every shape and huemeld fabulous fragrances into the softlyblowing breezes. This is the perfect time toget out into the garden and enjoy whatnature has to offer, preferably with a glass offine wine and something tantalising todevour in a cool spot.

The latest spring and summer fashions,shoes and accessories adorn our pages, aswell as the windows and racks on our local,upmarket boutiques and fashion houses.Fashion parades abound showcasing local,national and international labels to assistyou in choosing the perfect outfits for thespring racing season, Melbourne Cupfunctions, pre and post Christmas parties,New Year's Eve and the Magic Millions.

Restaurants are offering diners fabulousnew season taste sensations utilising thevery best that our regional producers canprovide, and clever barmen are whippingup some stunning tropical cocktails toexcite their patrons.

This issue we feel that it's all about ME.Meaning YOU. Check out our fabulous Spafeature and start making 'me' time toindulge over the coming months. There isno better way to feel good about yourselfover these long, hot summer days than to

luxuriate with a little pampering and ofcourse - a new outfit!!

This issue we ventured up onto theBlackall Ranges to Maleny to visit SpicersClovelly Estate and Spicers Tamarind. Thesetwo properties are the epitome of romanticgetaways - both with a totally different feel.I think that is why we found ourselvesrunning into a few of the same people atboth estates! Their close proximity allowsfor easily arranged shared nights andrestaurants.

We also showcase the latest interiordesign concepts and beautiful properties,as well as the arts, theatre and readingoptions.

All in all - a fabulous edition to read overthe summery months.

As Christmas is just a couple of monthsaway, let me be the first to say "MerryChristmas and Happy New Year". I justwanted to be sure that I didn't forget in thehectic build-up to the festive season.

Thank you to all our loyal advertisers andreaders, and all those who showcase ourmagazines to their guests and clients.

Each year I mean to do so many thingsbefore Christmas so that I can be organised,cool calm and collected.

Of course, anyone who knows me canattest to the fact that it never happens!

So now I can cross at least one thing offmy list.

Please read and enjoy

Kaylene Murray - Editor

93 ashmore road bundall tel: 07 5538 0830 www.rococodesign.com.au

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Bernadette O’Shea’schampagne affair

When it comes to the sparkling highlightat the Hyatt Regency Coolum’s A Taste ofCoolum, it had to be the Bountiful BrilliantBubbles dinner hosted by renownedauthority Bernadette O’Shea,

Five decadent courses created by Eliza’shead chef Gareth Collins were matchedperfectly with a stellar line-up ofchampagnes: Ruinart "R" de Ruinart NV; G.H.Mumm de Cramant NV; Louis Roederer Rose2000; Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Nicolas FrançoisBillecart 1998; and Champagne PhilipponnatSublime Reserve, to go with the Eumundistrawberry mille-feuille with air-dust - floss.

Cocktails with Kate Moss &Karl Lagerfeld...well almost!

VIP guests and fashion identities wereinvited to a ‘special’ cocktail party at SofitelBrisbane to take a peek behind the scenes atDior, Chanel, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Yves StLaurent, Christian Lacroix and Givenchy, withthe famous faces of Karl Lagerfeld, Carla Bruniand Kate Moss.. Moét flowed and nibbleswere devine - but where were KM & KL ??

The Drifters Play StaffordPlatypus Graphics owner

Tom Lusch was the envy of all serious musiclovers when he turned his proofing roominto a private concert hall for longtime friendsThe Drifters.With food and wine aplenty, thiswas one of the best concerts this year

Salt grill launches on the

Gold CoastLuke Mangan was all smiles as the Veurve

Cliquot flowed and the lovely ladies mingledat the launch of his first restaurant inQueensland, Guests on the night were full ofpraise for his menu offerings. The cheesecakewas a favourite with the ladies. Very smartLuke!!

Carmody’s Does It AgainOnce again Carmody’s Restaurant

manager Socky Soares and head chef NathanHay presented a fabulous wine dinner toshowcase Penfolds Wines. The night was ahuge success - and the Penfolds winesoutstanding.

FIX Sizzles,Shimmies & Shakes

What a night. It wasn’t actuallydebaucherie on the dance floor -but getting close!

So much fun - fire twirlers,stilt-walkers, knife jugglers, burlesquedancers on the bar,deconstructed cocktails andbottles and teapots full of exoticmixes - not to mention never-ending food, And, Liz Cantor’s28th Birthday celebrated with alittle bit of limbo. My idea! WOW.

Bernadette O’Shea, Pip Close and partner David.

The Drifters gave a privateconcert at Platypus Graphics for owner Tom Lusch

Monique Amor , Luke Mangan and Magdalena Sugecki Teek Ireland & Kaylene Murray at Sofitel Brisbane Penfolds Wine ‘dignataries’with Socky Soares

A SOFTER SIDE OF A FASHION GURU...

Most people are probably unaware to Alex Perry's commitmentto the AEIOU Foundation, probably because he isn't marriedand doesn't have any children of his own yet.

But, that hasn't stopped him working tirelessly to be of assistance tothe children who have won his heart.

Alex Perry turned up the heat recently at an exquisite gala dinner forchildren’s charity AEIOU Foundation at the Marine Village in SanctuaryCove, when he unveiled his sultry, sexy Cuban Princess Collection. Notonly was it the first time the event had been hosted on the Gold Coast,it was also the first time the man himself had visited Sanctuary Cove.And he loved it!

Hosted by Chloe Maxwell, who founded 4ASD Kids with husband MatRogers after their own son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum

Disorder (ASD), guests at the Alex Perry Gala were delighted with theopportunity to engage with Perry and gain a unique insight into theman renowned as Australia’s ‘King of Couture’.

“I first started working with AEIOU in 2005, and in that time, theFoundation has had a direct impact on the lives of hundreds of children.When I first visited the main school it really struck a chord with me andit’s incredible to see how quickly it has grown.”

“I truly believe this Foundation provides the necessary support,treatment and benefit to those who need it the most.”

The exclusive event attracted around 300 of S.E. Queensland’s mostinfluential business, media and social identities who together raisedmore $40,000 on the night.

AEIOU Foundation CEO Alan Smith said the funds would help closethe funding gap the Foundation experiences for every child in theprogram and would also help build a purpose built centre on the GoldCoast.

“Alex has been an extraordinary supporter of AEIOU Foundation sinceour inception in 2005 and this event has a cult following in Brisbane” Mr

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Smith said.“AEIOU Foundation launched its program in Carrara late last year,

ahead of plans to construct a purpose built centre on the Gold Coastin 2012. This event will helped raise capital funding for that project.”

“The difficult thing here is that the program takes two full years tocomplete, but the window for this kind of intensive therapy is onlyavailable to children aged two and a half to five years of age. We needto construct our new centre to make sure no family misses out. To dothat, community awareness and support is vital,” Mr Smith said.

Children with autism achieve incredible milestones, the kind thatmany of us take for granted, which makes them even more importantto celebrate.

AEIOU Foundation is Queensland-based and one of the country’slargest providers of full time early intervention for children diagnosedwith autism aged two and a half to five years. AEIOU currently supportsmore than 200 hundred families from nine centres throughoutQueensland. For more information visit aeiou.org.au.

Dominique Rizzo’s effervescence and joie devivre are infectious - traits obviously inheritedfrom her parents, especially father Vincenzo,who left his family including a sister andthree brothers in Sicily to explore Australiaand escape the army. He settled in Brisbaneand like many migrants gravitated to

Cloudland where he met his Aussie wife Robyn.“Before Rosalie, we moved around a lot as mum and dad

renovated houses,” reminisces Dominique who has two brothers,Adam and Christian and went to All Hallows in the Valley, whereshe loved languages, history and excelled at art theatre anddrama. “I also did home economics and my mother says I broughthome many a delicacy although I only recall a butter cake and acasserole. I also remember making a macramé owl on a stick inneedlework. Thank goodness we’ve progressed.”

Although a late bloomer career-wise,Dominique’s memories of cooking arewhen she was about three on her firstholiday to Sicily, running amok on Zio(uncle) Fifo’s farm: “It was wonderful.Chasing pigs, chickens and goats, pickingvegetables, plump lemons, oranges andgrapes hanging from vines like jewels,collecting freshly laid eggs, playing forhours with my cousins, collecting pipisand clams and diving for sea urchins atanother uncle’s place - experiencing a lifenever seen before.”

Every visit thereafter, the Sicilian cultureand language were instilled more andmore in Dominique’s psyche and at 18 shefelt a sense of belonging - a feeling ofhome. “I am in love with the food, slowerpace of life, shopping fresh from themarkets, a siesta and late night dining. I love Sicily because itdoesn’t try to be any thing else. It’s a land of the people with fullflavoured and simple foods that combined with the hand of alocal signora could reign against the most skilled French chefs.”

An interest in cooking began by watching her Sicilian Nonna(grandmother) and Zias (aunts) cooking, an uncle grillingsausages he’d just made or rolling meatballs, and at home withher mother baking cakes and biscuits, licking the bowl, beaters,spoon and spatula, lending a hand from aged 7 by baking cakesfor her sweet-toothed father plus creating gourmet sandwichesfor school lunch.

At 21 she began her apprenticeship at the highly regardedbefore-its-time Mondo Organics under Brenda Fawdon who laterbecame her business partner. It was more than a restaurant withcooking classes, organic Saturday markets, catering and makingvalue-added products with everything either certified organic,biodynamic or in conversion. She eventually left to establish a

food education company Pure Food Cooking, which involvesrecipe writing, website content for food companies, presenter atfood-related events, product promotion, styling, cooking classes,judging, product development and catering.

It was her father however who had the greatest influence. “Heloved throwing together a beautiful simple pasta dish, explaining

each and every detail of his dishes using Italian and Sicilianwords, which I had to repeat over and over. To this day I lovecooking with him however, like most of us who try and replicatethe wonderful tastes of our mothers, fathers and nonnas, I cannever get the sauce just like his.

“Family meals even today are full of talking, some tears,laughing and always with loads of food, eating too mucheggplant parmigianna, having leftovers and birthdays andmilestones celebrated. Often tables were pulled together andeven if there was not much in the house, mum always seemed topull together a great meal.”

When the word was out that Network 10’s Ready Steady Cookwas looking for more female chefs, Brisbane’s Alistair McLeodmentioned Dominique to the producers. She passed the auditionin flying colours although burnt the crusted fish dish. “It was infront of camera but I proceeded to scratch it off while saying that

here was a great example of what you cando if it happens at home. It worked, theyloved it and me because I never shut upwhile I cook.

“In seven years on the show I’vecooked with celebs, mainly from Australia,news readers, sports people, comedians,musicians and more. Some of the morememorable moments have been chickenbeing cut-up on camera to revealrawness, forgetting an ingredient whenasked what I was cooking, more burnings,dropping plates, tripping over, laughingso much my nose was running thensnorting, working with contestants whocouldn’t cook and of course funny thingsand naughty words that never got to air.”

Dominique is also often seen on TheCircle and The 7pm Project, and heard on

national radio but her latest claim to fame is My Taste of Sicily,(Lantern) in which she invites the reader and the cook toexperience the Sicilian palette of colours and flavours that giveseemingly endless choices on the palate: “The sheer joy of Siciliancooking - soul food cooking – is that – it is what it is, without thefuss, foams and frozen powders. It is the honest, delicious food ofa beautiful land and its people.”

At home on the north side of Brisbane, birds wake her everymorning as the sun filters into the bedroom, there are parkseverywhere and a great coffee shop, her salvation, is at the end ofa run. “It is a sanctuary for me and my cats Muffin and Coco.

“I hang out with my mum, live next door to my brother, lovehaving his chooks roaming in my yard and everyone to my placealthough with the yard being slightly Jurassic at the moment, Ihave put the barbecues on hold as we were losing my niece andnephew amongst the weeds.

“In an ideal world I’d like to spend five months in Sicily/Italy

and five months in Australia and the remainder on my SicilianFood and Wine Tours. Let’s not forget my charity work, living thedream of work/life balance, writing a pilot for a food communityshow, see products I’m working on become successful and oh, awonderful man to share my life with would be fabulous as well”.

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withoutthe fuss,

foamsand

frozenpowders.

It is thehonest,

deliciousfood of abeautifulland and

its people

Sharing anabundant love offamily, food andheritage was as Helen Flanagan

found out, theforte of

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papa.

a Sicilian heart –

Dominique’s Sicilian Food and Wine ToursWestern Sicily 10 - 23 June 2012. For those of you who have travelled to Italy and fallen in love, Sicily is even more than that. For those who have tasted some of

Italy’s finest produce, Sicily will always call you. For those who have been lost in history, architecture and tradition, Sicily will lift you up in its arms and carry you further. The Shalai Tour of Eastern Sicily and the Aeolian Islands 26 August - 10 September 2012. There are tours that open your eyes – as well as your mind, heart and soul

– to experiencing what the world has to offer, and this tour of Eastern Sicily is one of them. For more information visit www.dominiquerizzo.com

DOMINIQUE RIZZO

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The look of Spring at Mercedes Benz FashionWeek

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It's the season to make yourself known on the fashion field. time toadd a little or a lot of colour to those neutral tones. Try a flowingscarf in bold summer colours of red, blue, orange, green or purple.Why not add a hot pink shirt to your linen pants and somestatement jewellery pieces for good measure.

As always black and white are a wardrobe must have. Everyone loves aLBD so why not add a new one to your collection. There is always a reasonto wear your LBD!

Silks are satins are perfect for the hotter season and wafting kaftans arestill extremely popular

And speaking of white - it's so hot right now - so spring/summer 2011.And don't forget to add your safari chic linens in sand and white. Perfectfor cocktails on the yacht or dining al fresco with your friends on theCoast. And make sure to add those stunning animal prints into the mix.

Watch out for snake skin prints, denim, deconstructed suits, flowingdresses a la 60s and 70s and crochet knits.

Above all - HAVE FUN WITH FASHION this season.

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Buddhas are in abundance together with a selectedrange of Mala Beads for prayers, delicately

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Sophisticated and sexy swimwear to send you on an exotic holiday or a dayat the beach. Premium brands of all swimwear including Seafolly, Jets,Miraclesuit, Baku, Gottex, Palazzi and for the younger market; 2 Chillies andHeaven. Sunflair from Germany is proving popular with matching kaftans,rock shirts and wraps. We cater for all shapes and sizes.

We also carry a large range of resort wear including Gabriella Frantini, SachaDrake, Frank Lyman, Boo Radley, Banana Blue and more labels covering alarge range of kaftans, tops and beach dresses.

Open Daily 9.30am-5.50pm – Ph: 07 5577 8288SHOP 41E, QUAY ST. SANCTUARY COVE

Fashion for Spring races to cruising or any occasion. Fashion hats,fascinators, bags and shoes. Labels include international award-winningJoseph Ribkoff (pictured), showcasing the innovation, versatility, affordabilityand quality of their collections.

Australian labels also stocked such as Charlie Brown, Howard Showers, PingPong, Sandra Soulos, Philosophy, 7 Sisters to name a few.

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Sparty with Ikatan

Looking for a girls’ getaway, hens’day out, somewhere for a corporategroup, baby shower, birthdaycelebration or a meeting venue?These are just some of the Spartyevent options at Ikatan. And let’s notforget Ikatan is not exclusive to girls.

Think spa treatments, complimentary champagne, T2 teas and cateringoptions such as platters to share, High Tea prepared by Noosa celebritychef Matt Golinski and his team at Rolling Dolmade catering and so

much more. Ikatan offers a wide selection of treatments and has grouppackages for your Sparty with a private Pavilion situated in a garden hiddenaway from the spa area to eat and enjoy the special time together at noextra cost.

Set on acreage, the Balinese gardens are just minutes from Noosa. Ikatanis unique in its village design with an authentic thatched Balinese garden-room and villa-style airconditioned treatment rooms, all equipped withluxury contour spa beds and a private shower.

Being set amongst the gardens makes it beyond compare to a standardbeauty salon or hotel day spa. It really is a stand-alone destination.

Spa treatments are not just an appointment, but a total experience. Theprofessional therapist, is not booked back-to-back with clients, so has plentyof time to prepare and wholly dedicate time to you.

It’s no wonder Ikatan Day Spa has been listed five times in The Australian’stop five Australian Destination Spa Experiences and voted one of the topfour things to do in Noosa by Tripadvisor. Check out the Sparty page onwww.ikatan.com for more.


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The Ephraim Spa... Thanks to the insight ofrenowned biochemist Marcel Contier inParis in the 1950’s, internationally

celebrated beauty brand LA BIOSTHETIQUEoffers a unique sensory experience that paves anew way when it comes to salon treatments.

Founder of LA BIOSTHETIQUE, MonsieurContier’s vision was one where the highestdegree of quality, beauty and sense ofwellbeing should be bestowed upon the clientfrom head to toe thanks to premium qualityhair care, skincare, body care and make-up,exclusively available in hair and beauty salons.The salon only concept ensures that the person

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When clients of The Ephraim Spa arrive for a hairappointment, they are initially treated to a complimentaryVisarome aroma service. This holistic treatment is unique to LABIOSTHETIQUE salons. It consists of the client assessing which ofthe Visaromes (essential oils) they prefer (via their preference ofit’s fragrance), then the hairdresser proceeds to massage theVisarome into their temples and around the hair line. TheVisaromes can be uplifting or calming depending upon which ischosen. Once this relaxing pressure point massage is finished,the hairdresser then assesses the client’s hair and scalprequirements.

“LA BIOSTHETIQUE is distinctive in its approach to haircare inthat hair and scalp are treated separately. We believe that thescalp is an extension of the skin on the face and that if it isn’ttreated correctly, then regardless of what is applied to the hair –

the hair will be unable to achieve its preeminent condition”. SaysSheryle Pyatt from The Ephraim Spa. ”We analyse the scalp andprescribe appropriate treatments and products for its condition.Once this has been determined, we then move onto the hair andascertain what is required to get the hair into optimumcondition. This results in perfect harmony between the scalpand hair and provides the ideal condition for beautiful, healthyhair”.

When it comes to skincare, our beauty treatments aredesigned to achieve outstanding skin results. Treatments aretailored with the clients specific skin requirements in mind. LABIOSTHETIQUE’s philosophy stems from understanding therelationship of the environment and its impact on both ourphysical and mental state which impacts the functionality of ourskin. The LA BIOSTHETIQUE objective is to have not justcosmetically beautiful skin, but skin that is healthy and vibrant.The result is a unique care range and experience, clinicallyproven to be hypoallergenic. Each skin consultation begins byusing the exclusive Identitest analysis system (designed todetermine skin type accurately). This consultation gives oursalon a better understanding of how to care for a client’s skinand which products are ideally suited to them.

The Ephraim Spa and LA BIOSTHETIQUE’s approach is one ofensuring our clients have a spa like experience when visiting oursalon. It’s designed to relax and renew their senses, whilstundertaking a holistic and yet scientific approach to the beautyof their hair, scalp and skin.

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Come to Bed Red, Tea With The Queen, Lady Muck, The Full Monty and FrillyKnickers are just a few of the cheeky colour ranges. A cult phenomenon of the nailindustry, the 3 Free (non-toxic) nail lacquer products are formulated without theuse of harmful ingredients like Formaldehyde, Toluene, DBP or Parabens – whichcan be nasty for you and your nails. butter LONDON’s Creative Director, NonieCreme regularly creates unique and bespoke shades for countless A-list celebritiesand the seasonal catwalks of Calvin Klein, Betsey Johnson and Alexander Wang,and the nail lacquers are regularly featured in fashion bibles such as Vogue, Wmagazine, and Tatler. Start collecting the range from Stephanies Urban Spa todayand prepare to say… ” va va voom – how you doin’ ” to high fashion nail colour!

Also – in store at Bulimba is an exciting new makeup range, which is all aboutcreamy lip colours, smouldering eyes and lashings of mascara. Successful Sydneymakeup artist and founder of Harlotte, Michelle Croft, created the boutique rangewith the modern woman in mind. Simple, effective products with easy applicationmethods and impressive results. Harlotte was inspired by the timeless image ofsexy, womanly beauty – and under the cute black and pink packaging you’redestined to meet your sexy side. Check out the range at Stephanies Urban SpaBulimba – and test them out for yourself!

With Christmas creeping up it’s time to start thinking about Chrissy gifts.Stephanies Gift Cards are a thoughtful gift solution for loved ones, friends and the“impossible to buy for”! The gift cards are beautifully wrapped and presented,making the perfect luxury beginning to the spa journey that awaits their recipient.Gift Cards can be purchased for specific spa treatments, products or simply a dollaramount and are conveniently available for order via phone 1300 DAY SPA or onlineat www.stephanies.com.au.

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The Q1 Spa is an exotic,unique and indulgentexperience...

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Pottsville surfer is making waves...

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POTTSVILLE’S BRITTANI NICHOLL IS THE PICTUREOF PERFECT HEALTH. THE 20-YEAR-OLD SURFER

KEEPS FIT BY CHASING WAVES ALONG THEAUSTRALIAN COASTLINE AND AIMS TO JOIN THE

WORLD PRO SURFING CIRCUIT.

But appearances can be deceptive. This bubbly blonde liveswith the debilitating bowel disease, Crohn’s disease - and hasbattled the illness since she was diagnosed at the age of seven.She has since required surgery to manage the condition,including having a temporary ileostomy bag.

But, rather than letting the condition hold her back, Brittani’sbouts of ill health have just made her even more determined tosucceed with surfing, leading a normal life, and now, in raisingawareness of the illness.

Brittani is a poster child for those coming to terms with adiagnosis of Crohn's or colitis. She isn't letting it get in the wayof her surfing lifestyle and life ambitions. Her planned schedulefor the rest of this year includes; the National Titles in PortMacquarie; Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka; and then Pantin, Spain andSan Miguel, Portugal.

Brittani also recently appeared on a national televisioncampaign highlighting the needs of the chronically ill. As theface of Crohn’s & Colitis Australia’s Can’t Wait campaign, Brittaniis raising awareness of the incurable bowel diseases whichcause diarrhoea, fatigue, weight loss, and often require surgeryfor the 61,000 Australians living with the conditions.

Appearing alongside Brittani in the TV advertisement isformer Big Brother contestant Pete Timbs, who also has Crohn’sdisease.

Brittani said she was happy to promote the Can’t Waitmessage and encourage people to talk about illnesses usuallydeemed “too embarrassing” to discuss.

“I really wanted to do this to create awareness so people canactually help make a difference to our lives. I hope it really openspeoples’ eyes,” she said.

The campaign follows on from a survey by national charityCrohn’s & Colitis Australia (CCA) that found 41 per cent ofrespondents requiring urgent access to a toilet were told byretailers to go elsewhere, even when the nearest public toilets

were a long distance, and often locked. A further 61 per cent haddifficulty accessing facilities. The worst offenders were petrolstations, cafes and retail shopping strips. More than half of thepeople denied access were turned away after explaining theirillness, and producing a card outlining their need for urgentaccess to a toilet.

Brittani, who earlier this year returned from competing inFrance and Portugal, said she hoped the Can’t Wait campaignwould generate “empathy” and help to destigmatise the illnessby encouraging people to talk openly about the conditions.

The surfing community has supported her cause, with formerworld champion surfer Layne Beachely inviting Brittani to takepart in the Commonwealth Bank Beachley Classic in May,captaining a celebrity team comprising Home & Away’s DavidJones-Roberts, musical theatre star Rob Mills and former Testcricketer Stuart MacGill.

The number of Australians diagnosed with Crohn’s disease orcolitis, collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), isexpected to rise by 23 per cent by 2020. The conditions cost thenation $2.7 billion every year, and are more prevalent thanepilepsy, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

CCA chief executive Francesca Manglaviti said the toiletaccess survey results were disappointing, and showed retailersneeded to be better educated about the needs of people livingwith Crohn’s and colitis.

“We really need retailers to be more compassionate when itcomes to people with illnesses such as Crohn’s and colitis to geturgent access to toilets,” Ms Manglaviti said. “Retailers and theiremployees need to understand that people living with thisdisease can’t wait. When they need to go, they need to goimmediately.”

CCA issues members with a Can’t Wait card that can beshown to retailers, identifying them as someone with Crohn’s orcolitis, requesting the holder be given access to toilet facilities.CCA can provide retailers with window stickers showing that theCan’t Wait card is welcomed at their venue.

For more information contact Crohn’s & Colitis Australia on1800 138 029 or email [email protected]

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In six years, Kelly Baker hasbrought 250,000 smiles to peopleall over Australia with her gifts-with-a-difference.

Today Kelly Baker is an online entrepreneur anda Telstra Business Women's Award winner –something she never dreamed of achieving in

2005, when aged 27, she left behind a corporatecareer and used all her savings to open anEdible Blooms store in Brisbane. There werejust nine products - all beautiful fresh fruitbouquets.

Within 12 months of launching,demand for Edible Blooms meantexpansion and eventually an increasein the product range to more than100.

"The first 12 months is always acritical time for most smallbusinesses,” confesses Kelly whohad a strong business plan and apremium product. “I investedin building the brand andsurrounded myself with like-minded business people toensure Edible Blooms wouldreach its full potential.”

Six years later with fourstores across Australia, 25staff, a family and a businessto run, efficient productionfacilities, an extensivenational delivery service andsales, which jumped from $1million in year one to breezing throughthe GFC with an average growth ofover 30% growth, it’s not surprisingKelly has a swag of business awards toher credit.

Critical to the success of EdibleBlooms was finding a gap in the competitive gifting market and stayingahead of online business trends. "Our premium alternative to traditionalgifts and flowers was developed with the consumer in mind, frommasculine to feminine, chocolate to cookies, celebratory champagnes to


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Like most small business owners, Kelly's journey to the top hasn't always been easy, such as dealing withcash flow requirements, staffing issues to multiple server crashes due to the rapid increase of web traffic.

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Australia. "Becoming tech savvy has allowed us to provide customers with an online shop front offering24 hours service, real time tracking of our gifts and to build our customer base to more than 75,000people.”

Kelly's vision for the future bucks the trend of conservative spending in the current economicclimate. Ultimately investment is focused on delivering a first class experience to Edible Blooms’ loyalcustomers. And with plans to take Edible Blooms globally, there’s no stopping Kelly.

"My next dream will see the successful model of Edible Blooms transferred offshore, howeveroverarching everything, I'm so proud of my home life and work achievements, also the amazing team

and my family who’ve helped me."Popular Edible Blooms at this time of the year are the Christmas Topiary Tree in a ceramic pot, brimming

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Celebrity chef andrestaurateur Luke Mangan isthe culinary visionary behindHilton Surfers Paradise’ssignature restaurant, Salt grill.Luke brings a whole newlevel of dining to our region,as the first celebrity chef toestablish a restaurant on theGold Coast.

Offering a relaxed, stylishbistro atmosphere, with alarge open-plan kitchenoffering direct interactionbetween the chefs anddiners. Salt grill offers qualityand innovation in all aspects of food, wine andservice.

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mixologist, Grant Collins, has taken the lead rolewith the opening of FIX, an ultra stylish lounge baroozing quiet charm and subtle lighting. Havingserved the likes of Madonna, Kate Moss, Elton John,Russell Crowe and the Beckhams, Grant says thebar is unlike anything the Gold Coast bar scene hasexperienced before - and offers beverages that arenot readily available anywhere else in Australia,

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New Era for RPRs...

Brisbane born chef, Trent Dawson has been appointed Chef deCuisine for the newly opened Videre Restaurant, at Royal PinesResort on the Gold Coast. Trent credits his cooking influences to

his international experiences in the UK, as well as time spent withmentor George Diamond (formerly of Siggis Brisbane). Trent was alsoHead Chef for Songbirds in the Forest, where his cooking wasrecognised many times over with numerous industry awards.

Located on level 21 of Royal Pines Resort, Videre Restaurant takesQueensland dining to a whole newlevel – quite literally. The 150+ seatvenue boasts two generous Chefstables, a private dining room,dedicated bar area and a state of theart open plan kitchen. The spaciousand contemporary designshowcases postcard-perfect views ofthe surrounding hinterland, golfgrounds and city skyline andcapitalises on its sky high vantagepoints.

The former RPRs restaurant hasbeen completely remodeled into afresh and sophisticated venueoffering guests an extensive menu ofsmart, simple food with a focus oninnovative and unique presentation.James Moran leather chairs make forcomfortable dining, and the 760Swarovski crystals glistening from afeature chandelier add to the allure.Belgium syphon coffee makers, andItalian Sambonet cutlery are just afew of the international touches usedthroughout.

With gueridon service given amodern twist and an extensive wine list created by RACV’s nationalFrench Sommelier Christian Maier and the hotels Food and BeverageManager Mr. Eddie Ross, guests are in for a perfect night out.

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CreativiTea’s in-house chef will serve three tiers of delicious petitfours, cakes, delicate sandwiches, savoury treats and traditionalEnglish baked scones with homemade raspberry jam and doublecream. Tea lovers will be in heaven with a wide range of teas totry whilst coffee drinkers are not forgotten, as they can takedelight in a pot of international award-winning plunger coffee. Alltastes are catered for at CreativiTea, so if you require a vegetarianor gluten free menu, or even chocolate-based high tea, we haveyou covered!

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Cafes pop up in garden centres,serious hardware retailers andmega furniture places such asIkea on a regular basis however,when it comes to a boutique-stylespace to pacify our penchant for amore classy experience,Hamptons Home Living is the talkof the town. With one of the bestviews to boot.

From furniture, linen andglassware to breakfast, lunch orjust coffee, the pedigree of the

owners Luke Stringer and TaniaBailey is an integral ingredient to thebonhomie of the revampedPaddington cottage, a former flowershop.

Brisbane-born Tania has a

background in interior design andBrisbane-educated Luke managedIndigo Bistro for Gillian Hirst in 1995.After stints at restaurants in Noosahe moved to Melbourne to manageEzard and Circa before he and Taniabecame owners of Oyster LittleBourke and the Mezzo Bar + Grill.

“Hampton’s Home Living is acombination of my wife’s passion forinteriors and my desire to run a greatlittle breakfast/lunch/coffee place,”effuses Luke who acknowledgestheir return to Brisbane is a treechange, an opportunity to spendmore time with their threedaughters and to capitalize onTania’s love of the Hamptons’ style,which is all about Long Island andNew York beachy themes, beautiful

raw timbers, light colours and amainly white palette.

“The store sells furniture, finelinens, candles, crockery, softfurnishings, books, Riedel glassware,Laguiole cutlery, Dibberndinnerware, Libeco linens, Ecoyacandles, Verandah House furnitureand Keren Brown soft furnishings.

“Our coffee is St Ali which is alsoone of the shining lights of theMelbourne café scene. I’ve knownthe owner for years and he hasrecently opened a cafe in the UK. Iuse two of the three current blendsand they are so good. Chimpy is bigbodied, has bold chocolate flavours,low acidity and perfect for gettingthat kick in milk-based coffees whilebeing smooth. So welcome back to

the dark side. Championis a blend of Kenyan,Ethiopian, Colombianand Indian beans. It hasfruity acidity, brownsugar and cocoasweetness with notes ofapricot, berries andcaramel. Teas are fromLarsen and Thompsonand we offer six styles.”

In charge of theburners is chef AndrewSignorini, ex Jetty andE’cco.

Expect dishes such asbaked eggs, chorizo,slow cooked tomatoand Yarra Valley Persianfetta for breakfast with

quality ingredients in everymouthful and nary a waffle orpancake in sight, although the hashbrowns are amongst the best ever.At lunch it’s difficult to decide,however rice flour-salted squid,pickled cucumber, coriander andpeanut salad with nuoc cham; crispycorn cakes, smoked paprika, chorizoand roasted pepper salad androuille; also the slow braised lambshank ragu, soft polenta andbroccolini, will set the taste buds in aspin, especially with a glass of wine.

Sit inside at the large sharing tableand ogle at the must-havehomewares or on the verandahoverlooking lush greenery admiringthe breathtaking views of Brisbane.

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Escape and cookFreestyle

An unforgettable, personalised class with trulytalented cooking maestros is guaranteed atFreestyle Escape, an hour north of Brisbane in

the Sunshine Coast hinterland“The Celebrity Chef series started last year with

French chef Bruno Loubet who was visiting fromLondon,” says effusive Martin Duncan, Freestyle’sowner and chef .

“The classes are so relaxed and our guests lovethe opportunity to really get to know a chef whootherwise they would only ever have seen on stageor television.

“Although the honour is hotly contested, themost popular chef so far has been patissierextraordinaire Adriano Zumbo. I’m not quite sure ifit was the lure of dessert or the lure of Adrianohimself.

All the classes include freshly picked ingredientsfrom Freestyle’s own orchard, herb and vegetablegardens. Take a wander along the terraces slopes,admire the ocean and rainforest views and checkout a wonderful variety of fruit from native andexotic trees such as lychees, longans, kumquats,black sapote, maple syrup, pomegranates andsoursops; savour the fragrance of cloves, cinnamon,bay and kaffir lime leaves; and if you’ve everwondered what vanilla bean orchids, tea, coffee andcarob plants look like, here’s your chance to smell,taste, pick and even use them in a recipe.

The master of old fashioned jams, relishes andchutneys Jamie Milverton was so popular hereturns on 22 October and on 23 October it’s theturn of Peter Wolfe, the founder of Cedar CreekFarm, who is renowned not just for his kitchenwizardry but his exciting recipes incorporatingbush foods and organic ingredients.

Chef and restaurateur Matt Wilkinson will be thestar of the burners on 5 November as part of theCelebrity Chef series. His Melbourne restaurantPope Joan has certainly made the list of places youmust-eat and his class is a must-book.

The intimate class size is designed to maximiselearning thus allowing attendees ampleopportunity for one-on-one instruction from one ofAustralia’s most talented chefs.

Hands-on and fully interactive, this class featuresa menu that displays Matt’s flare for perfectlybalanced flavours and includes some of hissignature dishes.

For bookings call (07) 3262 3077 and visitwww.freestyleescape.com.au for all details aboutcooking and art classes plus luxuriousaccommodation at Freestyle Escape.

…EVER WONDERED WHAT VANILLABEAN ORCHIDS, TEA, COFFEE ANDCAROB PLANTS LOOK LIKE, HERE’S

YOUR CHANCE TO SMELL, TASTE, PICKAND EVEN USE THEM IN A RECIPE.

Chef Matt Wilkinson

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THIS YEAR, AS THE QUEENSLAND FOOD AND PRODUCEINDUSTRIES BURST WITH INNOVATION AND FRESHNESS POST

LAST YEAR’S FLOODS AND CYCLONE, THERE’LL BE EVEN BIGGER,BOLDER MORE TASTY BITES ON OFFER AND PLENTY TO

EXPLORE INCLUDING, FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, A DEDICATEDGLUTEN-FREE SECTION, AT THE BRISBANE GOOD FOOD AND

WINE SHOW.

Whether you love to cook or simply enjoy discovering something new foryour tastebuds, the Show will provide a one-stop opportunity to gatherrecipe ideas, sample local wines, buy produce and discover new

kitchen tools, all while supporting local farms and manufacturers.Meet and watch celebrity chefs including Manu Fieldel, Matt Moran, George

Calombaris, Gary Mehigan and Tobie Puttock. In addition Lyndey Milan will behosting the Regional Producers’ Market - a hand-selected group of producerswho have her endorsement.

Manu Fieldel says Queensland has a soft spot in many chefs’ hearts because ofthe unique produce the region yields and the beautiful locations it provides toenjoy food.

“My favourite food from Queensland would have to be seafood - such a greatvariety, also exotic fruit and vegetables. Queensland is a completely different toany other in Australia and for that reason, you often find produce in Queenslandthat you can’t find anywhere else.”

Smaller, boutique producers and their products will be showcased plus loadsof classes and demonstrations include the Riedel Decanter Bar where you cansavour speciality wines with a panel of wine experts; the Riedel Wine Theatre –sample top drops and master the art of wine/food matching with Australia’sfinest viticulture experts; cheese experts to step you through a cheese tasting,matched with a glass of fine wine or beer and other accompaniments; learn tomaster the making of cupcakes and coffee; and a Barilla Pasta Class to learn moreabout pasta, taste it, and try to make the perfect pasta dish yourself.

The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation(DEEDI) is partnering with Queensland food and beverage businesses toshowcase food and wine from across the state with approximately 60 stalls in theCelebrate the Taste of Queensland pavilion.

Producers from across SE Queensland who’ll be showing their wares, vary fromIn Season Gourmet Food from Surfers Paradise with delicious spreads, dips,

pestos and their famous pita crisps; Hemment’s Brubecks Boutique Foods’ rangeincludes lasagne, risotto, quiche, pizza and soup; Cooparoo’s Celiac Supplies;Tandur’s Suncoast Limes’s Lime Salt and preserves limes; Pomona’s TomarataOrchards with fresh fruit and value-added products; Kilkivan’s Fat Hen Farm, asmall, family-owned and operated olive farm; cow and goat dairy products fromEmmo's Fine Foods in Thornton; Seatonfire from Murphy's Creek with a range ofchilli chocolate; Barambah Organics’ milk is sourced only from their own certifiedorganic dairy located in the Border Rivers region, approximately 70kms fromGoondiwindi; and Ballandean’s LiraH vinegar, verjus and Winter Harvest Nebbiolowine; to Coominya’s Olivfresh with Ligurian-style olives, Arbequina black olives,olive and fig tapenade dip, green olive and avocado tapenade dip, green olivesand sun-dried black olives.

Tickets start at $21.50. A VIP Ticket is available for $98.50 on the Friday andSaturday. This ticket includes an exclusive opportunity to meet your favouritechef at a VIP function, front row seats to a Celebrity Theatre Session of yourchoice, champagne, nibbles and a cook book. Tickets are limited to 50 per day.

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The Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on Friday4 November (10am - 6pm), Saturday 5 November (10am - 6pm) and Sunday 6 November (10am - 5pm). Formore information, event schedules and to buy tickets visit www.goodfoodshow.com.au.

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BRISBANE MAY HAVE ITS SLEW OF NEWRESTAURANTS HOWEVER YOU CAN ALWAYSCOUNT ON PJ MCMILLAN TO RE-INVENT HIMSELFYET MAINTAIN CONSUMMATE STANDARDS.

Former Kiwis and these days quintessentialQueenslanders PJ McMillan and Philip Johnson workedtogether for several years at Philip’s Ecco Bistro, which

won many awards but none grander than the GourmetTraveller Award in 1997 for the Best Australian Restaurant. PJ(Peter John) was the head chef.

After creating Arc Bistro and Bar in New Farm and winningnumerous awards, running the kitchens for the redevelopedStory Bridge Hotel, his moniker reappeared in 2006 with thepurchase of Harveys deli in the Valley’s James Street. It wassoon transformed, has been twice revitalised and recentlytotally renovated whilst retaining his much loved seasonalbistro fare.

The long-time local favourite space with all-day tradinghours, has a down-to-earth charm and leafy outdoor gardenarea with a new long black bean-timber bar and a glass-enclosed air-conditioned area for dining and events. “It isintended not as a cafe or bistro but more of a dining room witha friendly pop-in-anytime bar, morish snacks, great coffee overbreakfast or a place to ponder over lunch and dinner menus,”says PJ who lives nearby in Paddington and loves spendingas much time as possible with wife Samantha, Duncan 8,Rebecca 3, and Henry 1, adding Harveys offerssomething for everyone - real food prepared withimagination and respect, totally uncluttered bytrends or fads.

“I love breakfasts especially on weekends, as we

see so many families of mixed generations. The all-timefavourite is the savoury mince tortilla spiced with cumin,coriander, carroway, chipotle chillis, fennel, garlic, topped withavocado, sour cream and a poached egg, although the ricotta-buttermilk pikelets with caramelised banana and honeycombbutter are a close second.”

The missing link in the Brisbane dining scene has long beenlunch. Locals yearn for an informal relaxed location and PJ fillsthat chasm handsomely with his down-to-earth style andplethora of creative dishes that reflect the use of produce atthe peak of its harvest, harmonious flavours and textures allcomplemented by a crack team of professional wait staff,headed by manager Jason Moody.

The never-take-it-off-the-menu because it’s so good Asianchicken salad with coriander, mint, peanuts, coconut andtamarind dressing, is given the swerve in favour of crab fritterswith capers, celery and white anchovies; calf’s liver served withLord Nelson Brewery Old Admiral dark ale; and grilled quailwith cotechino sausage, Italian black cabbage and pickledpork-braised beans. Matched wines were chosen from thediverse, concise and sensibly priced list.

Desserts were all a knockout but the gingerbreadsemifreddo and the chocolate tart with rum and raisonicecream proved irresistible and did not disappoint. Just likeHarveys Bistro + Bar.

Writer: Helen Flanagan

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books forfood lovers...

If you have a penchant for Italian fare,contemporary and seasonal lunches, rich flavoureddishes using the best farm produce, have a problemwith gluten yet love dinner parties or wondered ifbeer could be the liquid of choice in cooking, a bevyof Aussie kitchen talents have all the answers.

The Country Cooking of ITALY

by Colman Andrews, Hardie Grant $59.95

In Italy, the farm is never far away from the table.The best Italian dishes, even the sophisticated kind,tend to derive from the simpler fare; and while thereare plenty of world-chefs in Italy today - the mostrespected and influential cook is always Mamma!

The Country Cooking of Italy continues theCountry Cooking series with a thorough look at theregional foods of Italy, one of the most beloved andtraveled countries in the world. Colman Andrewsteases out a country’s worth of rustic inspirationbased in his forty years of travelling and eating inItaly. This beautiful hard cover book featureshundreds of unexpected dishes from all the regionsof Italy; recipes are accompanied with gorgeouscolour photographs by award-winningphotographer Christopher Hirsheimer.

Winter on the Farm by Matthew Evans, Murdoch Books $49.99

Since his hugely successful, The Real FoodCompanion, chef, renowned food critic and farmer,Matthew Evans, concentrates on growing produceon his farm, also the setting for TV series TheGourmet Farmer.

With 86 recipes - from winter potato and baconsoup, and stout, beef shin and mushroom pie to anexceptionally delicious Kentish cherry andelderflower fruit pudding, this is the ultimate guideto cooking nourishing and hearty food, and willinspire you to create these rich, wonderful flavours.

Matthew lives the life most of us can only dreamabout, rearing old breed pigs and chooks and bakingin a woodfired cooker on a small farmlet inTasmania's beautiful Huon Valley which he shareswith partner Sadie and son Hedley.

Dinner Secrets Gluten-free by Pamela Moriarty, Murdoch Books $39.99

Dining should be one of life’s simple pleasures, butfor those with gluten intolerance it can be achallenging task. That’s about to change, withinspiring recipes that will suit every dinner occasionand satisfy even the fussiest palate. Whether a swishparty or a quick meal, family and friends will have noidea these irresistible dinners are gluten-free.

Pamela has lived with coeliac disease for over 25years, believes that flavour and visual appealshouldn’t be sacrificed so has spent years perfectingthe recipes, using ingredients that can be easilysourced in your supermarket or health food shop.The recipes are easy-to-follow and accompanied byuseful tips on how to substitute ingredients, preparemeals in advance and master basic techniques.

Cooking with Beer by Paul Mercurio, Murdoch Books $34.99

Paul, well known from appearances on StrictlyBallroom, Dancing with the Stars and more, has agreat fondness for beer and a wealth of knowledgeabout it. He has spent considerable time developingrecipes in which beer plays a significant role, not as agimmick, but as an essential flavouring. His recipesdisplay a depth of knowledge about the flavours andqualities of various beers and the dishes that theybest complement. The 80-plus recipes include bothbold and subtle dishes, from traditional beer-basedfavourites such as lamb shanks in Guinness, tovariations on classics, such as beer-braised beef ossobucco, to those that use beer in unexpected butwholly delicious ways, such as birramisu and stickydate pudding.

Hungry, Food from myHeart

by Guy Mirabella, Pan Macmillan $49.99

Another stunner reflecting Guy’s background inart, design, film, travel, music, Sicilian heritage andfamily to author, cook and a book designer withevery page a gorgeous, original cornucopia of food,produce, flavours, paintings and colour. The lavishtribute to food and spirit of generosity is acontemporary take on Italian home-style cooking -the food he makes with so much care at home andhis cafe, where customers are like family. From theSavoury Counter choose broad beans, zucchini, fiorde latte and mint in a fresh salad, or stuffed squidbursting with chorizo, quinoa and spices to theSweet Counter and the elaborate tutu trifle, adramatic statement for any feast with its layers ofcream, custard, fruit and magical ‘tutu’ topping.

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THE QUIET AMBIENCE OF BRISBANE'S SONO JAPANESERESTAURANT AT PORTSIDE WHARF IN HAMILTON IS ENHANCED

BY BOTH THE TRANQUIL SURROUNDINGS AND SWEEPINGVIEWS OF THE LOWER BRISBANE RIVER. THIS PANORAMA IS

ALSO OCCASIONALLY INTERRUPTED BY THE ARRIVAL OFIMMENSE VISITING CRUISE SHIP WHICH ADDS TO THE

ENJOYMENT OF THE PASSING RIVER LIFE. THIS ELEGANT MULTI-AWARD WINNING RESTAURANT BOASTS AN ATMOSPHERE OF

CALM IN AN OTHERWISE BUSTLING CITY CENTRE.

From the moment you step through the entrance of Sono Restaurantpast the sentinel Samurai you feel that you have stepped intoanother era - another time zone. The Japanese aura of tranquility

surrounds and seduces diners; the textures of warm timber,bamboo, slate,stone, and shoji screens all create a sophisticated elegance that suggeststhis is going to be a wonderful dining experience.

Driven by a philosophy that incorporates the values of exceptionalservice and the highest quality produce matched with fine cuisine; therestaurant's contemporary menu and commitment to Japanese traditionshas made it a favourite with both local, interstate and international dinersalike.

Guests can partake of a quiet cocktail, boutique beer or wine at thesecluded bar just past the entrance before dinner. The restaurant has justretained its 2 glass rating in the current 'Gourmet Traveller Food & WineGuide'.

The seating options - either traditional Japanese seating in uniqueprivate river rooms, along the riverfront windows (sans shoes), at 'normal'tables in the open dining room which is complemented by gentle waterfeatures and bamboo partitions, at the exciting teppan-yaki bar whichaffords the special interaction with the masterful chefs at work, or at therelaxed yet sophisticated sushi bar.

Efficient and friendly staff are eager to offer quiet assistance with themany traditional Japanese menu choices that reflect the restaurant'scommitment to sourcing the very best produce from all over Australia.

The traditionally trained chefs are proud that they are able to presentthe finest quality and variety of seafood to be found anywhere inQueensland. Their homage to excellence is typified by Head ChefMassayuki Naka, who trained for 10 years in Japan to perfect the art ofcutting Kingfish - perfectly.

The diverse menu features an impressive array of sashimi and sushi

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options, bento boxes, hot pots, tempura, yakatori, special setluncheons, and offerings from the field to plate. The choicesmay be overwhelming but the staff can guide you through.

I found the perfect way to experience the philosophy ofthe chefs was to order the six course Tasting Menu, whichgives diners the opportunity to sample many of the chef'ssignature dishes. This menu showcases the tastes of trueJapanese cuisine prepared with minimal intrusion by the chef- offering true flavours, tastes and textures - and is presentedas works of art on a plate. I also chose to have the optionalwine matches, so that each course was presented with aperfectly matched wine or sake, perfectly tailored by BarManager Jack Henderson.

My dishes included an appetiser and entree of fresh oysterwith lime sauce, soft shell crab karage with shiso salsa andseared Wagyu with citrus soy sauce. chili and grated radishserved with a Pelorus by Cloudy Bay Sparkling; followed bytuna, salmon and snapper sashimi with shallot, sesame seedsand garlic vinaigrette presented with a 2009 MitchellWatervale Riesling. Then followed a fresh crabmeat croquetteand scampi spring roll accompanied by a 2008 Giant StepsSexton Chardonnay. Following was the prawn tempura sushiroll, fish tempura roll and seared salmon belly sushi drizzledwith mayonnaise, sea salt and avocado matched with aEchigo Toji No Sato Sake... for the main I chose the NSW duckbreast teriyaki with orange sauce perfectly matched by one ofmy favourite pinots, the 2009 Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir. By nowI was getting a little bit full but managed to force myself totaste the Matcha Tiramisu, a classic Italian dessert with aJapanese twist - Green tea powder gives this dessert a uniquetwist and the accompanying Choya Umeshu plum winehelped.

My lucky partner for the day chose his own dishes from themenu, for a 'starter a finely sliced Hiramasa Kingfish drizzledwith yuzu dressing and tiny squares of fresh orange and microherbs... delicious! was the comment. He then chose an entreeof plump sauteed Hokkaido scallops with sweet, creamy misomayonnaise; then for the main chose one of the signaturedishes, Black Cod Saikyo Yaki grilled New Zealand black codpre-marinated with a traditional saikyo miso sauce for at leasttwo days (and equally as good as Nobu).. you will need toallow 20 minutes for this dish but it is well worth the wait.

And in case you were wondering, yes my partner did havea glass of wine (but just one, he is the designated driver), a

glass of 2008 Giant Steps Sexton Chardonnay and it matched his courses perfectly.Cocktail parties and special event functions are extremely popular at Sono

because of their unique approach, entertainment and exciting food options.Guests also enjoy the theatrics of an authentic teppan-yaki experience to highlighta fabulous party atmosphere.

Writer: Kaylene Murray Photos: Tom Murray

Sono Japanese Restaurant

Level 1, Bldg 7. Portside Wharf 39 Hercules Street, Hamilton

Open for lunch from 12pm Wed-Sun

Open for dinner from 6pm Tue-Sun

www.sonorestaurant.com.au

Reservations recommended: Ph: 07 3268 6655

Finely sliced Hiramasa Kingfish drizzledwith yuzu dressing and tiny squares of

fresh orange and micro herbs

Signature Wagyu Dish

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Lifting the bar... oMooMoo... Restaurant & Bar BWOW! BRISBANE HAS REALLY COME OF AGE IN THE PAST FIVE YEARS.

ONCE REGARDED BY SOUTHERN MEDIA AS A BIT OF A CULTURAL AND

EPICUREAN BACKWATER - TIMES HAVE DEFINITELY CHANGED, AND I

THINK MOST OF THOSE MEDIA TYPES ARE NOW EATING THEIR WORDS, AS

THEY BOOK THEIR FLIGHTS TO SIP AND SUP IN OUR CAPITAL CITY.

With several southern ‘high profile’ chefs and others from both the Gold Coast and

Sunshine Coast now calling Brisbane home, and adding their prowess to the already

booming dining and bar scene here, the quality of cuisine, decor and bars has never

been more exciting.

One of the most impressive of the new breed of establishments is the one created by Gold

Coast restaurateurs, Steven and Autumn Adams, owners of the fabulous Moo Moo The Wine

Bar + Grill in Edward Street. Located in one of Brisbane’s most recognisable landmarks, the

Heritage-listed Port Office building at the gardens end of Edward Street, in front of Brisbane’s

only riverside hotel The Stamford Plaza.

A $3 million interior revamp has propelled this restaurant and bar into a world class example

of modern contemporary design, while still preserving and respecting the architecture of the

era. With an eclectic mix of sleek, warm timber, refined interior spaces and a modern edge Moo

Moo puts the sexy back into Brisbane.

With it’s majestic facade, this 1800’s building lends itself to being not only an architectural

icon but also a haven for those looking for an elegant restaurant in which to enjoy outstanding

food and some of the finest steaks to be had in Australia, as well as a sophisticated bar where

diners can savour a pre or post dinner drink - or spend a few hours sampling some of the 50

creative cocktails, 40 of the world’s best beers, or a glass of fine wine or champagne from a wine

list boasting over 900 wines.

To create the wine list, owner Steven Adams and Head Sommelier Mark Ganga chose wines

that highlighted the expressions of the regions selected. With older and rarer wines they

utilised a network of trusted specialists to ensure the quality of each wine presented. To take

the worry out of choosing the perfect wine they offer a special selection of reds preserved by

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the 'Enomatic' wine preservation system under Argon gas. This allows them to offer some

fantastic wines available in 75ml + 150ml measures allowing you to try the finest of wines at

the highest integrity.

“We are so proud that Gourmet Traveller Wine has recognised our list as being one of

Australia's best, with the award of the highest rating '3' glasses, at the 2011 Australian Wine List

of the Year awards.” said Steve

The restaurant’s elegant MooBar with its centrepiece 7 metre long polished marble bar,

offers young and not-so-young professionals a sanctuary of intimate seating, ambient lighting,

black leather lounges, ‘birdcage’ chairs, and quiet corners for romantic tête-à-tête or gatherings

of friends. It has also become a mecca for Autumn’s champagne ladies luncheons and fund-

raising events.

For those loving their champagne, the choice here is a knockout and they’ve recently been

chosen as one of Australia;s few restaurants to stock American rapper Jay Z’s favourite bubbles

- Champagne Armand de Brignac.

And, for those who love their drinks to come in tall glasses, the bar staff are masters of the

cocktail - deftly mixing exotic potions to entice and excite those looking for the perfect drink.

This uber-cool bar oozes a timeless yet modern approach to the bar scene, with cool spaces

inside and balcony seating on three sides for those wanting to enjoy the warm summer

breezes from the river or watch the passing parade down below.

“We are currently adding some funky new lighting to add another dimension to the

atmosphere as the weekend music hots up for summer.” explained Steve.

“Where the week days a calm and relaxing - we offer live music on Friday and Saturday

nights, and that’s when the 30 plus crowd can come in to enjoy live music in fabulous

surroundings.”

The MooBar is perfect for groups and special events, with private areas available and

needless to say, the kitchen prepares amazing bar food and canapes...

Definitely the place to be seen.

Stamford Plaza

Cnr Edward & Margaret Streets Brisbane

Phone 3236 4500

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THE HIGHLY PRIZED KING SALMON IS A RARELUXURY MAKING UP LESS THAN ONE PER CENT OF

THE WORLD’S SALMON POPULATION, HAS THEHIGHEST NATURAL OIL CONTENT OF ALL SALMON

VARIETIES AND IS AVAILABLE LOCALLY.

Raised in the deep, cool, remote and purest coastal waters inthe world at New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds in theSouth Island, Regal King Salmon is a naturally rich sourceof long chain omega-3s which gives a luscious, elegant

texture and rich buttery flavour plus has important heart healthbenefits. It can be beneficial for the joints which great news foradults as well as a healthy mind for all life’s stages, includingyoung children’s development of the brain and eyes. It’s anexcellent source of high-quality protein containing most of theessential amino acids; is a natural source of vitamins A, B12 and D,as well as niacin and thiamin; and is low in sodium, which is linkedto a reduced risk of hypertension.

Although the salmon will keep in a fridge (at less than 4°C) forthree to four days perfectly well, it is best eaten as fresh as possible.

If frozen in a sealed freezer bag, salmon will last up to sixmonths in the freezer. You should always defrost seafood in thefridge. Salmon is ready to eat when the flesh turns opaque. It isquite safe to serve salmon rare and it can also be eaten raw.Salmon cooks very quickly and should flake easily when testedwith a fork.

For oven baking place the salmon in a baking dish that hasbeen greased or lined with foil. Brush the fish with oil, lemon juiceor a mixture of both. Bake at 180°C, allowing eight to 10 minutesfor 2cm thick fillets. A good rule of thumb is to measure the wholefish at its thickest part and cook it for 10 minutes per 2cmthickness (approximately 45 minutes for an average 2kg fish).

When poaching avoid using thin fillets. Simmer in liquidflavoured with slices of lemon and parsley for four to six minutesensuring there is enough liquid to cover the salmon. Poach wholesalmon for six to eight minutes per 200g. Poached, the flavourimproves if it is served the next day at room temperature.

For the BBQ, cooking time will depend on the temperature. If itcan be controlled, a medium-high heat should be used. Brush thesalmon with oil and the season.

For whole salmon, season the fish and brush with oil or lemonjuice. Place slices of lemon and parsley in cavity and wrap in foil.Measure the whole fish at its thickest part and cook, following the

instructions for either over baking or BBQing, for 10 minutes per2cm. Little wonder Regal King Salmon is preferred by many of thetop restaurants in Australia.

Regal King Salmon with pea puree,caviar, grated horseradish and babyherbs.

Created by Massimo Mele from Hugo’s Manly

250g Regal King Salmon top loin skin and blood line removed 100g fresh or frozen peas fresh horseradish 50 ml vegetable stock 25ml extra virgin olive oil I lemon zested Mixed baby herbs (baby watercress, mustard cress and purple basil) Japanese skewer 25g caviar 50g sea salt 50 sugars Black volcanic salt to garnish

Pea puree If using fresh peas blanch in boiling salted water for 4 minutes

or 1 minute if using frozen. Plunge immediately in iced water tocool down quite quickly to stop the cooking process. Place peas ina food blender with vegetable stock and olive oil and blend tillquite smooth. Pass puree through a fine mesh sieve then seasonwith salt and add lemon zest. Refrigerate till needed.

Salmon Mix sea salt and sugar together and rub all over salmon and set

aside for ten minutes. Once time is up rinse fish and pat dry. Slicefish across ways and place skewer thought he middle of the fish soit resembles a salmon paddle pop.

Place salmon paddle pops on serving platter, place pea puree ina piping bag and pipe onto salmon. Continue with a few pearls ofcaviar on pea puree top with mixed baby herbs and grate freshhorseradish sprinkle with black salt and serve.

Serves 20

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Celebrating its 15th birthday with the opening of theirseductive new cocktail lounge and wine bar, RistoranteFellini‘s bar is lavishly decorated to exude style, charm and

a romantic ambience, the new Fellini Bar features rich red, leathercouches, dark lighting, a huge gold-lighted chandelier and a barcovered in 18 carat gold leaf encased in glass tiles.

After acquiring the 40sqm vacant retail space at the front ofthe restaurant earlier this year and extensive renovations, the areahas now been transformed into an exclusive enclave and newentrance into the restaurant.

Co-owners, Carlo Percuoco, Anna Cacace, Richard Burt andRaffaele di Benedetto are justifiably thrilled with the results andwere 'all smiles' at their recent launch party for the new bar. “Weare so excited about the opening of our new wine bar andcocktail lounge,” said Carlo.

“This extension of Ristorante Fellini will see diners now able toenjoy fine international wines, Australian wines, cocktails and avariety of other liquors before and after their meals on any

occasion. “We also welcome patrons who simply wish to join usfor a drink, to experience the new lounge and its unique lux-vintage inspired ambience.”

The luxurious venue easily caters for up to 40 patrons andfeatures a baby grand piano, with popular entertainer SimonBower at the keyboard. On top of their already award-winningwine-list, the Fellini bar has become the only authorised pourer ofBollinger Wines in Queensland, offering the exclusiveChampagne as its house wine.

“The bar’s decor follows the same theme as the restaurant – itis very sophisticated and elegant in design and is coloured withvibrant reds, golds and browns,” said Carlo.

“It is very alluring and looks fantastic, we pride ourselves onappearance and exemplary service, and this is exactly what ournew bar will offer.”

Ristorante Fellini at Marina Mirage, Main Beach on the Gold Coast. Visit www.fellini.com.au or by calling (07) 5531-0300.

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Moët & ChandonIntroduces The Drink ofSummer...

For many years, champagne has beenserved over ice in fashionable locationsfrom the South of France to the partycapital of Ibiza, however the ice quicklymelted diluting the tastes and flavourswithin the champagne.

Moët & Chandon has now made itpossible to enjoy refreshing pleasure, newsensations and intense aromatic taste -even in hot weather conditions, with thecreation of Moët Ice Impérial.

Moët Ice Impérial breaks the traditionalchampagne codes by creating a highly

qualitative wine for a trulyexceptionalexperience thatencouragesspontaneity andcasualness, whileupholding andmaintaining thebrands elegance andhigh standards.

The specific blendfinds its exceptional

balance when meeting the ice, creatingintense fruitiness, richness and freshnessfor a pure moment of pleasure.

Serving instructions: add 3 cubes of iceto your glass and choose one of thefollowing: mint leaves, cucumber slices,grapefruit rind, lychees, pineapple, mango,rambutan or mangostein to create a trulymemorable taste sensation.

By December, Moët IceImpérial will be available in over15 bars, restaurants and poollocations across Australia.

Ladies who Shoottheir Lunch... whitewonders to excite

For those who adore thestunning Ladies who Shoottheir Lunch Shiraz , we nowpresent their brilliantwhites for Spring dining...

Ladies who Shoottheir Lunch 2010Riesling

The ambition behindthe Riesling was to create aperfumed and texturalwine.

Chief winemaker SamPlunkett explains how heachieved this: “we kept thepretty floral characteristicsof the Riesling byfermenting

in stainless steel, but maturedthe Gewürztraminer and Savagninelements of the blend in old Frenchpuncheons to add depth and complexityto the very fresh Riesling component ofthis wine. The result is a fresh, highlyperfumed and complex wine.”

Ladies who Shoot theirLunch 2010 Wild FermentChardonnay

“Much of the fruit for the Chardonnaywas cropped from very low yielding vinesacross a spectrum of ripeness, whichexplains some of the factors behind theintensity of flavour and lovely structure of

this wine,” Sam explained.A number of old world winemaking

techniques were used to make theChardonnay, including oxidative juicehandling, fermentation in barrel onsolids, and wild yeast to run the ferment(instead of commercially available yeastcultures). These techniques encouragedevelopment of primary fruit and oakflavours, as well as secondary olfactorycharacteristics that meld into anexciting complex array of flavoursand aromas.

Ladies who Shoot their LunchWines RRP - $34.95

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ShelmerdineHeathcote Riesling2010Wine of the Year at the2011 FederationSquare Annual WineAwards

This elegant Riesling is grownat Shelmerdine's MerindocVineyard located at Tooborac onthe sweeping nthn slopes of theGreat Dividing Range. Cold nightsand warm days provide fruit with

complex floral and citrus blossomaromatics. Grown in granite soils, the

result is a wine of intense minerality, purityand persistent acidity. RRP $24.00 availableat good liquor outlets.

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Australian Wine Companion2012 by James Halliday, Hardie Grant Books

$36.95

Keenly anticipated by winemakers,faithful collectors and wine lovers alike, In

the number one bestselling guide to wineries and wine in Australia,keenly anticipated by winemakers, faithful collectors and wine loversalike, Halliday shares his extensive knowledge of wine via detailedtasting notes for 3,424 wines, each of which includes vintage specificratings and advice on optimal drinking, as well as alcohol content, priceand a value rating.

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Our Selection ofPremier FestiveBubbles ...Brown Brothers Pinot Noir,

Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier NV If you don't know how wonderful this wine is - then

you have been living in a cave! Year after year, BrownBrothers have been delivering excellent value formoney with this stunning Australian sparkling.

This wine makes an ideal aperitif or as anaccompaniment to a range of appetisers. It isdelightful with natural oysters drizzled with a dressingof chopped coriander, lemongrass, lime juice and oliveoil two or three minutes before serving. It would alsobe ideal with smoked salmon and caviar blinis. RRP$22.90

Brown Brothers 2011 Limited ReleaseProsecco

This is the fourth release of the Brown BrothersProsecco and, as part of their limited release range, will

be available at Cellar Door, restaurants and fine wineoutlets. The colour is bright and vibrant with ayouthful green hue. The nose shows lifted GrannySmith apple and pear notes along with a citrusundertone. The wine's tight natural acidity from thecool climate fruit make it perfect for drinking youngwhile at its light and delicate best.

Available at all good liquor outlets RRP $22.90(Brown Brothers Prosecco NV RRP $17.90)

2010 Mandala Blanc de BlancsMandala Wines is thrilled to announce the release

of their first estate-grown sparkling wine, 2010Mandala Blanc de Blancs.

Made in Methode Traditionnelle, the chardonnayunderwent secondary fermentation in bottle andrested on yeast lees for a minimum of 12months,enabling it to develop a complex, layeredpalate profile.

Notes of toasty brioche and citrus appear on thenose followed by a creamy textured palate thatdisplays zesty lemon, hints of spice and finishes longand crisp with lingering and balanced acidity. RRP$30.00

Toi Toi Wines,,,New Zealand wine producerToi Toi Wines invites you to

sample two of their favouritewines, the Toi Toi MarlboroughBrookdale Reserve 2010 Pinot

Gris and the Toi Toi CentralOtago 2009 Clutha Pinot

Noir.With wines designed to

reflect the wonderful coolclimate and exceptionalterroir of New Zealand’sfinest wine regions, co-founder and co-ownerAndrew Bonner, who

started Toi Toi Wines withlong-time friend and fellowNew Zealander Kevin Joyce

in 2006, is satisfied thattheir eminently drinkablecreations will leave you

smiling.

TOI TOI 2010 CENTRAL OTAGOCLUTHA PINOT NOIR

The Toi Toi Clutha Pinot Noir is producedfrom contract grapes from Central Otago. With

its cold winters, cool summer nights andwarm sunny summer days Central Otago isthe perfect environment for the pinot noir

grape to slowly ripen, developing intensity offlavour while retaining the complexity of fruit

characteristics that make the regionrenowned for the varietal.

The colour is a brilliant crimson hue witharomas that show ripe fruit characters typical

of Central Otago pinot noir. The palate isgenerously proportioned with cherry stoneand berry fruit flavours building well in themouth. Sufficient but not obtrusive acidity

gives the wine structure and length and thefine tannins typical of ripe skins give the winea lovely powdery texture similar to fine cocoa.

Available at Dan Murphy's and selectedoutlets RRP: $16.99

The Who’s Who of the wine industry stepped out recently for the Coonawarra Barrel Series 14 Auctionand Dinner, held at Katnook Estate Coonawarra. There certainly was a buzz around this year’s Barrel Serieswines, which was evidenced by a larger than ever turn out at the Barrel Series tasting prior to the auctionand dinner. When tasting the Coonawarra Barrel Series 14 wines in June 2011, Nick Ryan national winewriter stated: “This may well be the strongest line up of Coonawarra Barrel Series wines we have seen inyears. The buzz around 2010 seems to have come to early fruition in a line-up of wines that are wellendowed with the varietal and regional characteristics that get us all excited.” Barrels from Brand’s LairaCoonawarra, Parker Coonawarra Estate, Yalumba “The Menzies,” Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Katnook EstateCoonawarra, Majella Coonawarra, Zema Estate and Lindemans Coonawarra were hand selected as beingrepresentative of the finest Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2010 vintage to represent BarrelSeries Auction 14. Bidding on the evening was fast and furious with Coonawarra wine lovers from near andfar vying to take home these exclusive wines. The highly sought after Wynns Coonawarra Estate barrel,made by winemaker Sarah Pidgeon, gained the highest price at $24,118 (in excess of $100 per bottle),purchased by phone bidder, Terry Liegh. The average barrel price was $17,000. The net proceeds of theWynns Coonawarra Estate barrel will be donated to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. DavidSandoe OAM, National Deputy Chairman and Karen Foster, Patron of the Prostate Cancer Foundation ofAustralia were in attendance.

WYNNS TAKES OUT TOP SALE AT COONAWARRA BARREL SERIES 14 AUCTION...

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The recent finale of The Renovators

saw the fibro cottage in Blacktown

winning the grand prize. As a

judge and real estate adviser, Chris Gray

has been involved from the beginning,

appearing on the show and mentoring

contestants on the financial and real

estate side of their renovations.

Gray has graciously offered to share hisinsights on the results and offers thefollowing assessment.

"In the current uncertain market, tohave all six properties sell at auction was agood result. We were expecting a muchbetter result as all properties had beentransformed significantly and renovatedto a very high standard." he said

But, as market confidence has slippedin the last six months due to the state ofthe national and global economy, whichhas led to a lot of potential buyers sittingon the fence. It's often easier for them tomake no decision - than to buy or sellproperty at the moment. Adding topeople’s indecision is the mixeddiscussion about whether interest ratesare likely to rise or fall

Potential purchasers should be awarethat selling property by auction is not justabout that night, it's about pre and postauction negotiations. A lot of property atthe moment is being sold pre auction - asagents know it's an uncertain market andwill happily take a good offer before.

"The properties that sold at a loss onthe night of the program - in reality, theauctioneer would normally have used avendor bid or passed the property in and

then negotiatedafterwards,resulting in ahigher result. "

"As a TV show,it was better toget a result on thenight. Of course,many propertiessell within days ofthe auction nightand at a muchhigher price - asdemonstrated in The Block, where thesecond property sold that same night -and the third and fourth sold within fourdays at a profit.” he continued

"Some people will not go to a televisedauction even though there was a largelevel of interest in the properties. Biddingat an auction is like public speaking andmost people fear it more than death. Tobe put on the spot in front of such a largeaudience and on national TV would be anightmare to a lot of people, and so theywill not turn up or bid under anycircumstances.

The contestants had to spend a 20%budget to keep everyone on the sameplaying field. In reality, some propertiesmight have been better off spending less- as there gets a point where you start toover capitalise."

"Due to time constraints they also hadto hire in and pay for tradesmen, wherethey would normally have done the workthemselves - effectively for free, so theywouldn't have spent so much cash

"Buying, renovating and flipping, isdifferent to doing a buy and hold – thecontestants had to do things properly, for

example, replacingsewage systems andgetting guarantees inplace. If they wereselling they wouldn’tnecessarily improvethings that didn’t needimmediate attention, ordidn’t need to be fixedimmediately.

Auction day arrived,with the Top 6 holding

their collective breath as the auctions gotunderway. First up was The WeatherboardHouse, with Mel and the rest of the GreenTeam watching anxiously. The poor state ofthe property market was immediatelyapparent, with bidding getting off to aworryingly slow start. With the price creepingup steadily, however, The Weatherboardmanaged to reach $575,000, a profit of$1145. Next up was The Shop, with Augustpained to see his pride and joy fail to make aprofit as the hammer fell at $700,000. Peterand Natalia were given equally little tocelebrate, with The Half-Done House goingfor $770,000 and The Sixties Suburban for$730,000, some way short of their respectiveprofit points. Thankfully it was a differentstory for Luke and The Inner-City Terrace,which enjoyed by far the best action of thenight up to then by selling for $925,000 – atidy $25,732 profit. The stage was set for abattle of David and Goliath, with the onlyhouse that could topple the competition’sbiggest being its smallest. Incredibly The FibroCottage exceeded expectations, reaching$440,000 and a profit of $68,012, winningMichael the crown of Australia’s bestrenovator and $100,000 in prize money.

Chris Gray

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Q: Tell us a little about yourself, how you came to be partof this industry?

It all began at a young age of 17, growing a passion forfurniture & home-wares, design and creativity. By the time Ireached 18 I was buying, merchandising & developing stores. Ialso gained some great experiences working for some verystrong brands in Australia through Merchandising and productdevelopment roles. I become extremely passionate aboutdeveloping products & designing, It was always rewarding to seethese products sell and become some of the fastest sellingproducts within the Industry. I've taken a leap of faith indeveloping my very own store, my own Brand and building afuture,

Q: Village; what does it represent and how did you comeup with the name?

Village represents, people & cultures from all over the world,it's about working with families and villages, traditional methodsin craftsmanship, originality and working with suppliers thatsupport the world we live in by producing furniture fromreclaimed woods. It's all about the generations ahead of us. It'sabout quality, Beauty & being in love with the products thatsurround you in your home. It's a Village: a place of home orcommunity and that is exactly what Village represents.

Q: What styles do you focus on that make Village sounique to your customers?

Our style is definitely unique, It allows you to create your own,be confident to step outside of the usual structured design.We focus allot on natural products, earthy urban designs,luxurious soft furnishings embracing eclectic looks beingempowered by things you love around you, developing astyle that really works for you and your personality ratherthen following a specific trend.

Q: Where do you look for inspiration on theproducts you manufacture and source?

I turn mostly to nature, the earth and all the creativitythat lies within it. Traveling throughout parts of theworld through markets and villages, colours of spicesand the earths fields, seeing some of the mostamazing architecture and developments created byman. It's urges and fills such a desire to come homeand share those experiences through

merchandising in the store, It gives me the courage andinspiration on the direction of where i am heading with Village,Each visit over sea's endorses the next collections, our evolvingstyle or new trend.

Globally, when I travel to meet with manufacturers overseas Iam inspired to bring there beauty home, to share theseexperiences with my staff and customers, I really feel inspired byeuropean designs but mostly inspired by amazing artisans that Ifind in other countries, These are the moments I am trulyinspired. This is what keeps us so unique, keeping ahead of thepack means we are continuously evolving and making each visitto the store a new experience.

Q: The most rewarding part of owning Village?Meeting people and sharing their experiences, Having a solid

team that believe in the product and brand as much as I do. It'salways rewarding learning from our customer that Village isunique and one of their favourite shopping destinations by far!That is what is most regarding about creating this brandknowing that I have broken through to customers and touchedon a emotion in their lives.

Q: Anything we have to look forward to, what does thefuture hold?

The future is always around the corner, For me: I am alwaysworking on a project, whether it be with the store or within mysourcing and design agency, Next year holds some new venturesfor us and I am exploding with idea's and inspiration andabsolutely looking forward to sharing these ventures with youand our customers when all is revealed.

Q: Tell our Luxury Style readers where to find Village andbe part of the experience?

You will find village on the busy Bundall Road tucked up nextto Samsara Bundall with plenty of parking. We are among manygreat stores but we boast you will find something unique &different within our world of discovery. You will experience asense of style and emerging trends, your senses will explode bythe smooth and groovy tunes we play and sell in store, the smellof our amazing soy candles and oils, Village is truly an experienceto test all your senses.

Village: is located at 1/54 Bundall Road, Bundall. Tele: 0755 888 223 www.villagestores.com.au

FACE TO FACEwith BrendenHuntly, founderand inspirationalmastermindbehind Village,an eclectic storeof unusualfurniture &homewares.Here's whatBrenden hadto share...

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Shop 6a Homemaker City North 650 Wickham StreetFortitude Valley Ph: 3216 1990118 Bundall Road Bundall Ph: 5531 7084www.globeinteriors.com.au

Life with style...When it comes to luxury and style on the Gold Coast, Broadbeach has long been the home

of unparalleled beachside elegance.

Now, The Oracle is raising the bar even higher, setting the architectural benchmark for theGold Coast and a reputation as the number one destination for sophisticated locals andvisitors seeking a relaxed, yet vibrant environment where food, fashion, arts and culture

meet.Featuring 42-storey and 52-storey towers, the $850 million ultra-modern, mixed use, high-rise

development comprises 505 apartments in a variety of bespoke configurations.According to The Oracle head of property Berrick Wilson, the development is attracting owner-

occupiers and investors from Australia and overseas with the opportunity to own a highly individualand private luxury apartment.

“Each apartment is a unique interpretation of The Oracle style, with more than 80 differentapartment types, offering individuality in both form and function,” said Mr Wilson.

“We are seeing a real blend of purchasers at The Oracle, from work-at-home entrepreneursmoving their young families into our spacious skyhomes to retired executives and savvy investorsbuying one or more of our beautiful apartments.

“What they all have in common however is a desire to capitalise on The Oracle’s unique offering–one of Australia’s most sought after beach locations, award-winning premium architectural design,world-class facilities and a vibrant retail and restaurant precinct below.”

With sophisticated residents' facilities including a spacious lounge and cocktail bar, movietheatrette, private wine cellar, extensive alfresco dining areas, as well as teppan-yaki bar and pools,The Oracle sets a new standard for refined residential luxury.

“Residents simply can’t beat the first class facilities, spectacular views, beauty and vibrancy whichThe Oracle offers,” said Mr Wilson.

Oracle Boulevard, which runs between the two towers, is home to the Gold Coast’s finest retailand food establishments including Guzman y Gomez, Mecca Bah, Shingle Inn, Max Brenner, Element,Alberto Piazzo Shoes and Donna Uomo, as well as hair stylists, a medical centre and pharmacy.

The Oracle recently won project of the year at Master Builders Gold Coast Housing &Construction Awards and was a winner in the Gold Coast Urban Design Awards 2011.

www.takeacloserlook.com.au

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New Inspiration from Nicola Ceriniand The Rug Collection

Extending her design inspiration even further, celebrated Melbourne-textiledesigner Nicola Cerini launches a striking new collection of floor art rugs.

Collaborating with renowned rug wholesaler, The Rug Collection, Nicola hascaptured her signature designs across six beautiful new rugs. The themeacross each of the designs encapsulates Nicola’s love of nature, with namesand influences from her many visits to Japan, and her other love, coastalretreats like Tasmania and her home town of Torquay.

The New Nicola Cerini by The Rug Collection is crafted from 100% NewZealand wool, and features:

Kagoshima Mori depicts the pristine trees lined near the city of Kagoshimaon the southern island of Kishi in Japan. Subtle tones of grey, brown and beigeadd a sense of calm to any room. Inumaki The beautiful Japanese Inumaki treeadds inspiration to this stunning rug in a striking red, black and white palette.Perfect for a contemporary minimalist home.

Charcoal Seed Pod A new rug based on the original and much loved redtoned Seed Pod rug. Featuring an assortment of small seed pod shapes incontrasting greys, blacks and creams this rug is timeless.

Neighbour’s Garden Inspired by the colourful gardens Nicola discoveredwalking through Melbourne’s Richmond where her studio was located.

Plum Impatiens A subtle interpretation of the original Impatiens rug, GreyImpatiens is an artwork of its own.

RRP 160 x 230 RRP $1095 – RRP 200 x 290 RRP $1695

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Newcontemporarylook... alwayssomething eyecatching to makeyour house ahome at...SamsaraBundallBundall Rd BundallGold Coast


This new and original Classic Spanish furniture collectionhas just arrived and is now available from our Gold Coast showroom!

Italian Furniture ShopShop 4/94 Bundall. Rd. Bundall (07) 5531 5532

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Moroccanappeal

Vintage is back in style andname with the pouffe a perfect

example. Hand-made in Moroccan for MiniStyle, the pouffes have distinctive retro

embroidery detail on the premium quality leather. This, combined withwarm, rich colours, which are inspired by the Moroccan sun, bright

buildings of Marrakech and the dunes of the Sahara Desert, exudescontemporary savoir faire.

Designed for functional living, the pouffe may be used as an ottoman istoday – a seat, side table or footstool. Incorporate this lifestyle piece for a

practical yet artistic update to your home and embrace the delightful,timeless Moroccan culture.

Pouffes in fuchsia, gold, pink, silver or white come unfilled, are $165 andavailable on-line at www.ministyle.com.au

www.coastalhome.com.au

With stylish, luxurious beach homewaressourced from around the world.

Live the coastal life

Our store never closes, shop in our secure onlinestore and have your order shipped to your door.

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IF YOU WANT IT ALL… ELEGANT DESIGN, INNOVATIVETECHNOLOGY AND SUPERIORSERVICE, THIS IS WHERE YOUSTART. RIVAGES’ PRESTIGIOUSCOLLECTION OF SILENT GLISSWINDOW FURNISHINGS AREGUARANTEED TO IMPROVE ANYVIEW AND BLEND SEAMLESSLYWITH YOUR EXISTING INTERIORAND EXTERIOR DESIGN.


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Zander Collection from MRD

CONTEMPORARY BEACHSHACK OR CASUAL CITY PAD

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Console 1400 x 400 x 800

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DesignBedtimeinspiration

When sheet fetishists slidebetween the latest in the Aurarange by Tracie Ellis, dreams turn toan island hopping adventure wherethe tropical lagoons are abreathtaking blue. More so a sultry,dreamy peacock blue entwinedwith the florid overgrowth ofancient jungles to create a quiet yetexotic oasis, lapped by gentle tides.

Sienna in Caribbean designerbed linen comes in queen and kingquilt covers, standard pairpillowcases and European pillowsand available in Caribbean andScarlet from numerous nationalretailers such as Myer and PillowTalk. For more information visit:www.aurahome.com.au

Sienna in Caribbean designer bed linen

Bathroom pizzazz With over 30 years experience and by continually

searching the world, Academy Tiles has developed anetwork of suppliers in many countries including Italy,Spain, Turkey, USA, Japan, Thailand and China. In sodoing it has become a leading importer and supplierof tiles in all forms from minuscule glass mosaic togiant slabs of porcelain. It is also knowninternationally for a discerning eye for new trends,supplying the unusual with the usual.

New to the marketplace are a series of bathrooms.There’s gold leaf Bisazza mosaic tiles on the floor andceiling with a CIBO Onda 1200mm vanity featuring a15mm thick black toughened glass top with

integrated basin, a customisedmirrored finish and one largestorage drawer.

Floral Bisazza mosaicdecoration on the floor and wallsand Italian 50 x 400mm wall tilescomplement the CIBO Ubervanity, which is enhanced by amatte solid surface bench topwith integrated basin, as well asmatte finish side panels. Thecontrasting drawer front colouradds drama and can be chosenfrom any Dulux colour so is idealfor bathrooms that draw oncolour schemes in other featuressuch as tile and flooring.

The sophisticated styling of theCIBO Neutra vanity combineshigh gloss finishes, a singledrawer, open shelving and isbalanced by the Lavabo 35 solidsurface vessel basin. Tiles are aceramic mosaic called Cube.For more information visitwww.academytiles.com.au orwww.cibodesign.com.au Gold leaf Bisazza mosaics and CIBOOnda vanityFloral Bisazza mosaics and CIBO Ubervanity Ceramic Cube mosaics and CIBO Neutravanity

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Window fashionsreinvented

A new advancement in window fashions takessustainability to the next level. Vintage Fabric forLuxaflex Duette Shades, is made from 40 per centrecycled materials, creating a 100 per cent beautifuland luxurious fabric.

“The good news continues with Luxaflex Duetteand Duette Architella Shades acting as insulation foryour windows, stopping warm air from escaping inthe cooler months (and visa versa), saving you moneyon energy bills and thereby working to reducegreenhouse gases emitted by households,” saysLuxaflex’s Jenny Brown. “It’s now easier than everbefore to make a smart choice and do your bit for theenvironment, without having to compromise on styleor quality.”

Featuring a soft horizontal pattern, the new VintageFabric is available in five natural, earth-inspired tonesto complement any interior design scheme. Thistranslucent fabric is available in a 20mm honeycombcell size and features TruPleat. This feature keeps everyhoneycomb cell the same shape and size from thetop to the bottom of the window covering. Visitwww.luxaflex.com.au for further information.

WIN!!....a ShooAway

TURN OFF FOR FLIES

Alfresco dining and the uninvited arrive in swarms. Give them thegreat Aussie wave or heaven forbid a spray and the flying nasties come

back more. Well that’s before ShooAway, an ingenious invention by acouple Brisbane guys.

The safe and environmentally friendly way to eliminate flies issimply placed close to food and turned on. Operated by two AA

batteries, the strategically placed soft touch blades will rotate safely and quietly, dayor night, anywhere, inside or out. “After the many BBQs and long lunches testing the product

across Queensland, it was set for international release. From Melbourne to Mexico City, people areenjoying fly-free dining for the first time. It is great to be an Aussie and to take on the world.”

It’s safe near kids, animals, or anyone who’s had a few too many – but a real turn-off for flies.Look out for ShooAway in large retailers ($19.95 rrp) or check online at www.shooaway.com

How to WIN a Shoo AwayEmail: [email protected] with Shoo Away in the subject line by 30 Nov 2011

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E type turns 50 years...

When it was launched in 1961, the appeal ofE-Type transcended the automotive world.Such is the inherent rightness of its

proportions, stance and purity of line, that it is apermanent exhibit in New York’s Museum of ModernArt.

The now iconic Jaguar E-Type set new standards inautomotive design and performance when it waslaunched in 1961. Its influence is still apparent inJaguar’s modern range: cars that offer a peerless blendof performance, comfort, cutting-edge technologyand award-winning design.

Jaguar will be celebrating this special anniversaryyear at motoring events throughout 2011. Thecompany will mark the anniversary at the 2011Geneva Motor Show and go on to celebrate atGoodwood’s Revival and Festival of Speed, the PebbleBeach Concours d’Elegance, the Nurburgring OldTimer Grand Prix and a host of Jaguar eventsworldwide.

“Half a century of progress has not diminished thesignificance of the E-Type,” said Mike O’Driscoll,Managing Director Jaguar Cars and Chairman JaguarHeritage. “It was a sensation when it was launched,and remains Jaguar’s most enduring and iconicsymbol. The E-Type is simply one of the most excitingcars ever created and a legacy to the genius ofJaguar’s founder, Sir William Lyons.”

E-Type owners included celebrities such as GeorgeBest, Brigitte Bardot, Tony Curtis and Steve McQueenand the sports car became as synonymous with theSwinging Sixties as the Beatles and the mini skirt.

“It is impossible to overstate the impact the E-Typehad when it was unveiled in 1961,” said Ian Callum,Jaguar Design Director. “Here was a car thatencapsulated the spirit of the revolutionary era itcame to symbolise. The E-Type is a design that eventoday continues to inform the work we do in stylingthe Jaguars of the future.”

Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1961,Jaguar’s E-Type caused a sensation. Capable ofachieving 150mph, but costing a fraction of the priceof rivals with similar performance, it was the affordablesupercar and became an instant icon – remaining onsale for 14 years.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of theJaguar E-Type, arguably one of the mostfamous and desirable cars in automotivehistory.

1963 E Type 3.8 Coupe

1963 E Type 3.8 Coupe convertible

Capable ofachieving 150mph

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Such is the penthouse, Apartment 6 Hastings Park inNoosa... also known as heaven on a hill.

Newly renovated, this unit of extreme decadence and self-contained luxury has it all. Situated on thecosmopolitan Hastings Street right in the heart of the action, the dwelling is just a hop, skip and a jumpaway to the numerous restaurants and exclusive shops and boutiques of Noosa, as well as being literally‘on top’ of the beach.

But one thing is for sure. Once you have arrived at this pad of distinction, you won’t be in a hurry to leave. Newly refurbished, this holiday apartment has just undergone a complete makeover, now offering all the moderninterior pleasures one could think of. Brisbane-based DM2 Architects, the original designers of the entiredevelopment back in the 80s, were drafted in to complete the renovation. Lead by architect, John Medhurst, whoincidentally was a graduate on the original build, as well as by Melbourne-based interior design group, Sanders andKing, the place has undergone a complete facelift on the inside and out.

The brief was to create an apartment which was airy, light and offered a sense of space (previously it was quitepokey and dark in spots) and which maximized the absolutely stunning view, whilst creating a relaxing comfortableenvironment within which to recline and regenerate.

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In addition, the apartment had to sleep 10 plus people! Nomean feat indeed. With the owners possessing five kids underthe age of six, the owners wanted to create a haven where thefamily could be together or could escape each other. In this

way, a second lounge and a large deck were crucial. They alsowanted to have space for friends in addition, so the ability to havetwo families holidaying together comfortably was a must.

After two years of planning, during which the original design ofthe apartment was tweaked and beautifully twisted, the unit nowboasts a great deal more space, a slick design, an interior of cleanlines, splashes of oceanic blues against a palette of fresh white,and modern stylish, yet functional, furniture.

A tour of the apartment offers a private entrance to thepenthouse via an inclinator, taking you straight into an open planliving dining area together with a beautiful large white kitchenand a huge terrace and sun deck spacious enough for a table often and, more importantly, with breathtaking panoramic viewsover Laguna Bay.

The lounge is tastefully decorated with muted tones and

brushes of colour – a yellow vase – a lovely contrast to the whitewalls, cushions of blues and greens; the perfect modern beachvibe. The kitchen features an expansive Caesar stone bench andMiele appliances throughout, whilst the bursts of colour continuewith a striking lithograph of lifesavers - the variety!

Heading up to the next level takes you to a main bedroomwith ensuite, a second children's room with twin beds and atrundle, plus a separate bathroom. The finishings are luxurious,with gorgeous touches in each room such as woven baskets,gorgeous lighting, and beautiful linens.

Heading up to the third level which features the masterbedroom and the first thing you notice is the panoramic views ofthe beach – step outside to your own private balcony and it trulyis an adults retreat. The ensuite is expansive and comes completewith double basin whilst the shower offers views to the ocean.

Continue on to the fourth level - the top floor and there is thechildren's bunk room, featuring five beds, complete with ensuiteand a bathroom that doubles up as the laundry as well. Its alsobeen thoughtfully designed with a back door leading out to the

to relax and unwind.


pool area so guests have the opportunity of headingstraight in for a shower.

There is also a second lounge for the kids with plasmaTV, and plenty of seating.

And if this isn’t enough, the apartment also features itsown private pool area and ducted air conditioningthroughout, allowing you a cool afternoon siesta if youshould so wish. The owners really have thought ofeverything.

So if it’s an escape you are looking for, an example ofbeautiful modern functional family beach interior anddesign, or a morning watching the sun come up over theocean, you will find all three in this abode. And when youare done exploring the pad? Then head for the shops …

R&W NOOSA HOLIDAYSPh: (07) 5448 0966Web: www.rwnoosa.com.au

Such is the

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Apartment 6

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in Noosa...

also known as

heaven

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Noosa...Great food...

Cato’s restaurant Noosa SheratonThe famous Noosa Beach

Shopping...And being seen...

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Your own private swimming pool and sensational views overlooking Laguna Bay

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A LEISURELY 90 MINUTE DRIVE FROM BRISBANEUP THE PICTURESQUE BLACKALL RANGE IN THE

SUNSHINE COAST HINTERLAND, AFFORDSVISITORS SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE

GLASSHOUSE MOUNTAINS, ROLLING VALLEYSBELOW AND ACROSS TO THE COASTLINE, MAKING

THE TRIP TO SPICERS TAMARIND RETREAT EVENMORE PLEASURABLE; AS YOU WIND YOUR WAY

THROUGH THE COUNTRYSIDE TO FIND THISINTIMATELY UNIQUE HAVEN SET ON 18 ACRES OF

PURE NATURAL BEAUTY. .

Tamarind Retreat was originally built by renowned chef,Paul Blain around 10 ears ago on a property enveloped byrich, rainforest greenery. Eighteen months ago, Paul sold

the property to the Spicers Group who have just finished the2nd stage of development of the property with six new two-bedroom Forest Pavilions that complement perfectly theoriginal six pavilions .

The new Forest Pavilions offer guests contemporary livingamenities, with a large outdoor deck, a fireplace for coolernights, full kitchen facilities, and luxurious accommodation forup to four adults, and include two king-sized beds (or kingsingles if requested).

The balcony with outdoor setting and generous day bed isthe ideal place to relax with a book and a coffee and soak up themorning sun, or a glass of wine as you watch the sunset bycandlelight.

The main bathroom features a beautiful cocoon shaped bathand with bi-fold doors opening into a private garden, luxurioustoiletries complete the relaxing experience.

Also available are five one bedroom Falls Pavilions each witha wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor cedar hot tub... oh!decisions, decisions!!

For those looking for a truly luxurious afternoon or morningindulgence, Tamarind is also home to the wonderful amenitiesof Spa Anise Day Spa, where guests can indulge in massagetreatments, facials and spa body rituals in pure serenity.

The Tamarind Restaurant has been an institution on theSunshine Coast for many years under the ownership of chefPaul Blain. Now that he is travelling back to Thailand the reignshave been handed over to the very accomplished Daniel Jarrett.

Trained in the French traditions of cooking, chef Daniel isdetermined to "respect the food" not "change it". He has hadthe opportunity to work with Paul for the past year and says ithas been an exciting culinary learning curve for him and is nowkeen to put his own touch to Paul's classic Thai dishes, whilststill respecting the fresh flavours and local produce.

Daniel says that he has been influenced greatly by his recenttrip to Malaysia, and hopes to incorporate a 'Hawker Market'style element into his dishes. This Nonya style of cuisine holdsback on spices slightly, and incorporates Indian, Chinese andMalaysian influences.

The restaurant offers a warm subtle Asian inspired ambiencewith warm timber and subtle lighting, and a cozy bar offeringsome exciting infused vodka cocktails to set the mood for agreat dinner. Wide windows offer views over the candle-lit

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gardens and ponds.On the evening that we dined, I sampled a very

exciting Thai Chili Martini which ensured mytastebuds were eager to dive into the menu whichtempted with dishes promising spices and exoticflavours..

I wasn't disappointed. We started with aMalaysian prawn soup with hokkien noodles, freshginger, bean sprouts, shallots, sweet soy and sesameoil. Then a spicy pork cooked in a sour orange currypaste served with vietnamese mint, crispy noodlesand shallots served with crisp vegetables that wereused as edible spoons. Yum.

We followed with the restaurant's signature dish- the whole crispy-fried standing fish with a threeflavoured sauce, fired basil an ground roasted rice,this dish created by Paul Blain has been a favouriteof many a restaurant over the ears on the SunshineCoast, but this is the original!. A rich Mussaman curryof slow braised beef with sweet potato, whiteradish, peanuts, pickled ginger and crispy shallotswas our other main and equally as impressive.

We had great fun discussing our respectivedishes with another couple who were equallyimpressed with their menu choices. The casualambience creates a warm air of friendship amongstdiners. It's amazing how convivial you becomewhen being satiated by brilliant dishes.

If the food in the restaurant has inspired you

Tamarind's exceptional cooking school will haveyou cooking like a master chef. Home-cookswishing to hone their skills can join in or bring theirown group for a lot of fun. It is always prudent tocheck the website for upcoming classes, as they arealways so popular.

Spicers not only bought a great property but alsoinherited a mascot, namely a dingo-cross dogBoopy, who has been an institution at Tamarindfrom inception. Boopy is getting on in years now, sowill continue to live on the property, sleeping in thecool gardens around the ponds by day, and goinghome with staff at night.

Guests will find the retreat is a great base forexploring the Sunshine Coast Hinterland - if theycan tear themselves away from the tranquility andcomforts afforded by the villas. I couldn't!

Writer: Kaylene MurrayPhotos: Tom Murray

Tamarind Restaurant open for lunch Fri-Sat

and dinner Tue-Sun.

Spicers Tamarind Retreat is located at 88 Obi

Lane South, Maleny in Queensland’s Sunshine

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With the success of Latitude Yacht Charters Auckland and Bay of IslandsNew Zealand operations, the company is now offering new and latemodel charter boats in the Marlborough Sounds, operating from

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panoramic scenery, wild life and nature, the Marlborough Sounds boasts idyllicbays, coves and waterways incorporating over 12,000 miles of coastline.

A favourite landfall ofCaptain Cook, theSounds resonate with alandscape of naturalbush, sandy beachesand wild life reserves,combined withexcellent onshoredining facilities servingup fresh regionalcuisine.

Coupled with theirfleet of late modelBeneteau Oceanis 40sailing boats operatingin Auckland’s HaurakiGulf and the Bay ofIslands, Latitude YachtCharters offers a choiceof bare boat, skipperedand fully cateredcharters.

This coming seasonwill see the arrival ofbrand new BeneteauOceanis 54 and Oceanis40 sailing yachts and a41 Sports fisher powerboat to add to theirfleet.

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$4.3M TRANSFORMATION OF GRAND MERCUREMELBOURNE FLINDERS LANE UNVEILED

Accor Vacation Club celebrated the 90th Birthday of theGrand Mercure Melbourne, Flinders Lane building byrecently completing a multi-million dollar makeover of thehotel. The project is the most ambitious in the history of

owners, who have spent $4.3 million to bring the property back to itsglamorous glory, so well known by stars of stage and screen over thepast two decades.

The building, located at 321 Flinders Lane, was built in 1921 on theformer Dr. Jaeger’s Sanitary Woollen System Co. Ltd site, the companylater evolving in to the internationally renowned Jaeger fashionHouse. The building was first tenanted in 1923 and housed varioustextile and fashion retailers including Wallace Buck & Goodes Pty Ltd,the founder of Henry Bucks & Co Pty Ltd.

The design philosophy of Penny Del Castillo from In DesignInternational drew inspiration from those early “fashion house” dayswith a view of creating an expression of sophisticated elegance,through an individual design concept that would remain unique toGrand Mercure Melbourne, Flinders lane.

The result has turned this “all suite” apartment hotel into a marketleading boutique product, which presents a contemporary range ofsophisticated suites that infuse modern design philosophies withthe architectural and historical heritage of the building. The designelements of the rooms and public areas continues the theme, theintricate detail of the carpet is custom made in Germany specificallyfor this hotel and ties into the German heritage of Dr. Jaeger whooriginated form Stuttgart. Historical Melbourne scenes are displayedin the black and white artwork that adorns the corridors, evolvinginto a celebration of Melbourne’s modern icons throughout thesuites.

The building’s heritage has been captured through the retentionof the original detailed cornice, architraves and skirtings, howeverblended with contemporary designer furniture and fittings inconjunction with modern state of the art appliances. Thesophisticated colour palette is the key design element, from charcoalEuropean bathroom tiles, contrasted by the white, chrome and glassdesigner fixtures to the use of dark veneers, stainless steel, leatherand stone throughout the design.

Suite sizes vary from 46sqm to 64sqm and all are generouslyappointed, including a designer urban kitchenette, a dining area withstone top dining table, a leather chaise lounge with sofa bed, a workdesk with cow hide chair, large screen LCD TVs in both the loungeand bedroom, media hub connectivity, iPod docking station and aluxurious bedroom with oversized fully upholstered bed head. Allcourtyard view rooms have faux European styled balconies thatoverlook the Parisian styled, private green oasis.

For further information and “best rates of the day” go towww.accorhotels.com orwww.grandmercureapartments.com.au/2046

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Aday out, a weekend away, thetrip of a lifetime... it seems thatAussies are increasingly taking

their four-legged friends with themwherever they go.

“There was a time when taking a peton holidays required months of researchto find a place that would accept petsand provide a safe and welcomingenvironment. Now, you can findhundreds of options on the Internet, witheverything from five-star, inner-citygetaways to beautiful homes in premiumbeach locations. The great thing is thatproperty owners really seem to bethinking about the needs of pets as wellas people, so taking apet on a holiday hasnever been easier,”

says Susie Willis from the PIAS.Sophie Stefanetti of Brisbane is one of the

many pet owners who always takes intoconsideration her furry friend when planningher trips, great or small. “Pesto is a greatcompanion to travel with, we recently visitedfriends interstate. Whether we are going to thebeach or further from home, there’s no way I’dleave him behind,” says Sophie.

Like people, pets appreciate a bit of timeout,” says Susie.

The Petcare Information and AdvisoryService suggest the following tips forholidaying with pets.

1. Use the Internet to find pet-friendly accommodation. I t iseasy to review a number of different properties in the area youwish to visit. Always check that the accommodation is suited tothe requirements of your pet - e.g. it is securely fenced or allowspets to be inside.

2. Find a vet in the area you will be visiting before your holiday,so there is no last minute panic if your pet does need veterinary

assistance while you are away. Also, check out areas that are off-leash or cafes that welcome pets.

3. Make sure your pet’s vaccinations are up to date and that youhave treatments for any conditions that may be a risk in the areayou are going to. During summer, ticks are common in many partsof Australia and are a real risk to your pet.

4. Check that your pet’s identifying tags are secure and that theycarry a phone number where you can be easily reached while youare on holidays.

5. If you are flying with your pet, always book your pet in beforethe flight and ensure he or she is in a secure crate. Arrive at theairport at least one hour before the flight. Discuss any specialneeds your pet may have with your vet well before travel time.

6. Even if it is a short car trip, you need to be aware of the roadrules about travelling with pets in vehicles. The rules vary fromState to State - so check with your local road authority or police as

well as those for any areas you may be travellingto or through. It is better if your pet travelseither in a carrier or a separate and secure areaof the vehicle.

7. Pets tend to prefer routine, so on the dayof departure, time your activities so your petcan rest in the car at its normal sleeping time.Cats are often more nervous about car ridesthan dogs - but a cat will be more likely to curlup for a sleep if it is in a carrier that it is familiarwith.

8. When you arrive at your holidaydestination you will need to keep both dogsand cats secure for the first few days. For a dogthis means only letting it outside to a secureback yard or on a leash. Cats will need to bekept inside for at least the first week and

probably for the duration of your holiday.9. Take your pet’s familiar bedding and toys as well as

everything you will need for the perfect pet-holiday: bowls, usualfood, kitty litter or dog poo bags, leashes, towels, special treats, andbasic first aid for your pet.

Remember that National Parks do not allow pets (even whenkept in the car) so observe the rules if visiting a National Park.

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Once you have your new pet, Pet Crazy provides all the ongoing hints, advice and service that youwill need. We don’t just find the right homes for our puppies; we also like to see them become awell behaved and socialised puppy in their new homes. All new Puppy owners have theopportunity to enrol in our puppy pre-school, where world renowned dog trainer Craig A Murrayruns the program, exclusively to Pet Crazy on the Gold Coast.

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NEW AUSTRALIAN FILM THE CUP SET TO WOWAUDIENCES ALL OVER THE WORLD.

With the start of the Spring Racing Carnival alreadyunderway, the October release of the new AustralianFilm The Cup is set to be a winner in the film stakes.

Based on events surrounding the running of Australia’s 2002Melbourne Cup, acclaimed Australian Director Simon Wincer’sThe Cup is the true story that chronicles the intrigue and theambitions of the world’s greatest horsemen, as they vie for one ofthe crown jewels of racing.

At the heart of this true story is Damien Oliver, a young jockeywho loses his only brother in a tragic racing accident just daysbefore the Melbourne Cup. The race fall hauntingly similar to theway their father died 27 years earlier. After suffering a series ofdiscouraging defeats, Damien teams with Irish trainer Dermot

Weld, and triumphs at the 2002 Melbourne Cup on board MediaPuzzle in one of the most thrilling finales in sporting history.

Lead by an astounding cast including Irish actor BrendanGleeson and Australian actor Stephen Curry - this emotional yetuplifting film perfectly captures the true human spirit - and is afilm that audiences all over the world will fall in love with.

Simon Wincer who is renowned for bringing us films such asThe Man from Snowy River, Phar Lap, Free Willy and numerousAustralian and award winning US TV productions and telemovieshas been touring regional Queensland as co-writer, co-producerand director of The Cup.

“A great story makes a great movie” and although there was alot of sadness surrounding Damien Oliver’s win at the 2002Melbourne Cup, we knew that this was a story that should betold,” said Simon.

Simon and co-writer Eric O’Keefe met with Damien Oliver, hismanager and family once they had finished the screenplay andalthough it’s still something that is really hard for Damien and hismother Pat to talk about, they both felt it would be a great tributeto their son and brother Jason Oliver that the film was made. Theywere both very supportive throughout the whole process.

Stephen Curry superbly portrays Damien Oliver - and inpreparation for the role he shed 15 kilograms and spent twoyears at Simon’s farm learning to ride thoroughbreds.

“Stephen was my one and only choice for the role of Damienand his dedication to the role was incredible,” said Simon.

Stephen is also joined by a stellar Australian cast includingDaniel McPherson, Colleen Hewitt, Jodi Gordon, Martin Sacks,Shaun Micallef, Tom Burlinson, Harli Ames, Alice Parkinson, filmnewcomer Bobby Fox and legendary actor Bill Hunter. Sadly thiswas Bill’s last film role.The film is open nationally now at all Birch Carrolll & Coyleand Event Cinemas.

“A greatstory,

makes a greatmovie”

GreenBy Brendan MoarPublished by Murdoch

Books RRP $45.00In Green, popular

television presenterBrendan Moar unveils thesecrets and incredibledesign potential ofclimate-friendlygardening. Based on thesuccessful LifeStyleChannel television show'Dry Spell Gardening',this book presents abehind-the-scenes lookat the makeover oftwelve Australiangardens. Designed byBrendan and driven byclimate-friendlychoices and eco-friendly materials,these gardens are first and foremostbeautiful gardens tailored to their owners' lifestyles.

Green is both an exploration of these gardensand a guide to eco-gardening, featuring informativebreakout chapters, such as ‘To lawn or not to lawn?’,suggested plant lists, recommended materials andgardening techniques. In his entertaining style,Brendan both inspires and educates readers with hiscreativity and depth of knowledge.

The French Catby Rachael McKennaPublished by: Hardie Grant Books RRP $29.95This stunning personal exploration of France and

its felines by author Rachael McKenna featuresfabulous images interspersed with engaging quotesfrom famous French cat lovers and literary greatsfrom French history.

Her lens hascaptured the soulof France and herbeautiful subjectmatter to offerreaders anuplifting visualtapestry.

This etherialpictorial is a delightfor Francophiles andcat lovers alike.

Parisby Janelle

McCulloch

It's hard not to besmitten by Paris. Thecity of love and light isone of the mostenchanting in theworld, but it also has a

tendency to keep its best spots well hidden. Afterspending the last 20 years exploring the city,journalist and photographer Janelle McCulloch hasdiscovered all of Paris' secret gems and shares themin this beautiful guide. From the stylish boutiques onChamps-Elysees to the irresistible cafes, tea salonsand patisseries that make up the fabric of the city.

'Paris' begins with an atmospheric guide to thearrondissements, each with their distinctpersonality, like the sophisticate 1st with itsmagnificent architecture and perfectly clippedtrees, or the hipster 3rd with its avant garde artisansand cool cafes.

In the second half of the book Janelle shares hervery favourite places to visit in Paris, with over 150reviews of the most incredible and unusual shops,museums, markets, cafes and food stores.

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Summer of tennis...There’s an exciting array of new players and

plans for next year's Brisbane International.

"With Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova, KimClijsters, Sam Stosur, Ana Ivanovic and BernardTomic already named, the January event is shapingup to be even bigger and better than ever before,"says tournament director Cameron Pearson."Adding to this stellar line-up we are also keen toprovide an even more exciting on-site experiencewith the introduction of Tennis Central, a newentertainment space that will house a mix of bars,merchandise outlets, sponsorship activations, livemusic performances and tennis on the big screen.

For 2012 the unsung heroes of the BrisbaneInternational, the racquet stringers, have a new andvery public position in Tennis Central as does theBrisbane International Shop where for the firsttime you can also buy Australian Openmerchandise.

Kids Zone will return in 2012 with fun tennisactivities, the rock climbing wall, face painting,colouring competitions, prizes and MLC Tennis HotShots and the inaugural Brisbane InternationalPrimary School Challenge will take place with thefinalists playing during the January event.

Monday 2 January will also be Kids Tennis Day in2012 with children aged between 3 and16admitted free to the Queensland Tennis Centre.

"The Brisbane International has continued tobuild in momentum each year. With the upgradedWTA event in 2012, we recognised that we neededto reconfigure our space to ensure the bestpossible spectator experience," Pearson said.

"The introduction of Tennis Central increasesthe footprint of the facilities, giving our fans aneven greater opportunity to relax and enjoy thecarnival atmosphere that is the BrisbaneInternational.

"In 2012 we aim to have something foreveryone - from the diehard tennis fans keen tosnare a spot on a show court, young adults whoenjoy the live entertainment and families whocome for a great day out.”

TransLink's integrated public transport ticketingwill again continue throughout the 2012 eventallowing patrons to travel free on Queensland Railand Brisbane Transport bus services.

Queensland Sport Minister Phil Reeves said “tohave the world's best tennis stars playing in thetournament in 2012 - when just last year the tenniscentre was heavily impacted by floods - sends astrong message that Queensland is back inbusiness and reinforces our status as a topsporting destination. Queensland really is thechampion’s state and the events state as well.”

Tickets start from $14.90 for ground passesand can be purchased online atwww.ticketek.com.au/brisbaneinternationalor call 1300 888 104.

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Walker explained a Chinese wood known as‘coffin timber’ which is as light but much strongerthan balsa, was used for the boards. "They are all ofa hollow construction with a framework, skin ofwood and laminated rails. Finished in fibreglass, theboards draw on designs dating back to the 1920sand are combined with contemporary design.

"For decoration, I've collaborated with otherartists to pick up on various aspects of Australiansurfing and coastal culture. People interested insurfing history and surfing culture collect boardslike these for both reasons - as artworks and touse."

Walker’s interest in surfing took a back seatwhen he moved to Tasmania to study furnituredesign. Now an accomplished designer andcraftsman, Walker divides his time betweenAustralia and the United States which is where hemet legendary board maker Dale Belze, igniting hispassion for surfboard design.

“Forms have changed, the way people surf haschanged, technology’s changed,” he says “andthese boards are a bit of a hybrid mix but they’redefinitely rooted in the old school.

“They are completely different to surfing on afoam board. They’ve got more weight, so they feeldifferent in the water and under your foot, plusthey behave differently. They’ve definitely got moreglide and momentum.”

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The stage production has been created, incollaboration with Cameron Mackintosh, by AcademyAward- winning screenwriter Julian Fellowes, whowrote the book, and the Olivier Award-winning teamof George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, who composednew songs and additional music and lyrics.

Olivier Award-winning director Richard Eyre led theMARY POPPINS creative team, with co-direction andchoreography by Tony and Olivier Award winnerMatthew Bourne. MARY POPPINS features set andcostume design by Tony Award® winner Bob Crowley,co-choreography by Olivier Award winner StephenMear, lighting design by Howard Harrison,orchestrations by William David Brohn and musicsupervision by Stephen Brooker.

MARY POPPINS features such beloved songs as“Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “Step In Time,” “Spoonful ofSugar,” “Feed The Birds,” “Let’s Go Fly A Kite,” and“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” along with newsongs such as “Practically

Perfect” and “Anything Can Happen.”

For tickets: VISIT

www.marypoppinsthemusical.com.au

IN PERSON QPAC, or any QTIX outletGroups 20+ Call 07 3840 7466 [email protected]

SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS...

Calling allcow lovers

Cow Parade is the largest and most successfulpublic art event in the world. It has beenstaged in over 50 cities worldwide including

Brisbane; over $20 million have been raised throughworldwide charitable organizations; and 5,000 artistsworldwide have participated including fashiondesigner Christian Lacroix and actor FedericoCastelluccio.

The sculptures are made of flame-retardantfibreglass, are mounted onto cement bases andpurchasers have included Oprah Winfrey and EltonJohn.

But why has the cow? It is universally loved andrepresents different things to different people and

simply makes everyone smile.As an art canvas, there is no other animal or object

that provides the form, flexibility, and contiguousbreadth of a cow. The three shapes of standing,grazing and reclining, provide artists with subtle, yetinteresting angles and curves to create unique worksof art. The basic cow form is also benign so that it canbe altered, transformed, and morphed intocompletely other animals, people or objects.Incredibly, over 2500 hundred cows have beencreated worldwide, with no two alike.

Approximately eight to 12 cows from each eventare reproduced and become part of the worldwide,highly sought-after Cow Parade collection with eachfigurine an exact replica of an authentic cow createdas part of a Cow Parade event.

The latest is ‘Vaca Mecanica’ by Benedicto de la

Fuente Gonzalez, a striking totally abstract design.

It is 20 cm high, retails for $119.95 and more details

are available on 1300 881 940.

Cow Parade La Vaca Mecanica

the last word

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Alice still rocks...31 years on... it was a nightmareALICE COOPERROCKED BRISBANE...The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre was thescene of one of the best concerts this year, when AliceCooper brought his No More Mr Nice Guy tour to Brisbane recently.Even before reaching our shores, Alice Cooper had played tosell-out audiences in Nth & Sth America and Europe and isstill receiving rave reviews from both fans and mediaworldwide. His highly anticipated return to Australia coincided with therelease of his new album, Welcome 2 My Nightmare, outthrough Sony Music now. The album was produced bylongtime collaborator Bob Ezrin, who also produced theoriginal Welcome To My Nightmare album in 1975, and

features a host of special guests (including the three othersurviving members of the original band, “Nightmare”guitarists Steve Hunter and Dick Wagner, Alice’s touring band,Vince Gill, Rob Zombie, and, most shockingly, Ke$ha) as Alicerevisits his legendary nightmares.For anyone who missed this show, let's hope that he comesback again soon. This show was a sensory spectacle,reminiscent of his older shows - huge sound, smoke, mirrors,props - even the obligatory Boa Constrictor - and a stellarband featuring Australian guitarist Orianthi Panagaris thatwas perfect backing for the man who introduced horrorimagery to rock ‘n roll, and whose stagecraft andshowmanship have permanently transformed the genre. As someone who was at the original 1975 Welcome To MyNightmare concert at Wembley Stadium, I can tell you thatthis was almost like reliving my youth. Fabulous fun!! Can'twait to buy the album. Writer: Kaylene Murray

HIS HIGHLYANTICIPATEDRETURN TOAUSTRALIA

COINCIDED WITHTHE RELEASE OFHIS NEW ALBUM,WELCOME 2 MY

NIGHTMARE,

Photo: Tom Murray

GOLD AND SILVER JEWELLERY We buy unwanted jewellery of

any age. Rings,chains,brooches, bracelets,

cameos, genuine pearls, andearrings. We will

consider any pieceof jewellery,regardless of

condition,age orvalue. If you have

a valuation tocomplement yourpiece, despite its

age, please have itto hand. We especially seek heavy

gold chains in any condition. If you want top prices for your

jewellery and recognition ofyour jewellery as something

more than just scrap gold, sellyour gold to us! We buy both

scrap and good jewellery. We re-craft these items and they are

resold by us as Antique andEstate Jewellery.

As we make most of our living whenwe sell the final item, we can offer far

better prices than others.

WE NEVER SCRAP ANYTHING. WE RECYCLE EVERYTHING.

So, who are we? Richard andFrances MacDonald are Antique and

Estate Jewellers. We visit majorshopping centres in SE Queensland,

where you may have seen us from time totime selling our Antique and Estate Jewellery,

coins, banknotes & militaria.

Act now and ring Richardon 0411 413 393

[email protected] points of ID required

We are leading buyers and sellers of all the following items. We are currentlyshort of stock in all areas. We have a team of highly specialized professionals

with the depth of experience to give you a fair and informed offer on all of theseitems. We have ben serving South East Queensland since 1999.

CLOCKSWe are old Clock specialists. We seek to buy windup clocks,incl Mantle, Grandfather, Cuckoo,any pendulum, and Wall clocks,working or not. Alwaysseeking parts, for bothWatches & Clocks. Anyold or unusual timepiecein any condition.

STAMPSWe are specialists inAust, NZ, PNG and allCommonwealth. Mint.Always seeking largequantities of unused stamps,either in sheets, booklets, orloose. Any number, anycondition.

COSTUMEJEWELLERYMainly from the 1970’sbackwards. We have ademand for all qualities ofcostume jewellery. Please don’t hesitate to show us yours.

COINSMint & Proof year sets from theRoyal Australian Mint & Proofcoins. We are constantly seekingthese sets. No quantity is too muchor too little.

SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTSChronometers, Barometers, Compasses,Stanley Planes, Theodilites, Microscopes, Sextants.

OLD, UNUSUAL or INTERESTING...we would like to see it.

QUEENSLAND ANTIQUE ANDCOLLECTABLES BUYING GROUP

We are mobile., and appear at Shopping Centres and Antique fairs all around the Great South East.We also can arrange private viewings with notice.

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