Photo - Jade Hopeley Issue 6 - Feburary 2015
Editor
Josephine Flynn
Layout
James O’Malley
Cover Image
Jade Hopley
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Challenges / Life is an incredible gift,
and with it comes incredible
challenges. We are all at some
point, going to come up against
these challenges, whether it be
physical, financial, emotional or
otherwise. How we deal with
those challenges, however, is
what will create life changing
moments.
Since creating HL, I have been
blessed to meet and work with
some extraordinary people. Of
course, we are all extraordinary
in our own way, but there are
certain people living among
us that have been through life
changing experiences and have
used these experiences in a
positive way. They have come
out the other end, not only
EDITORS LETTERrising above the adversity, but
having the ability to look at life
through fresh eyes and creating
moments for themselves that
pave the way for the lives
they want to lead. These are
the people we need to raise
up and be inspired by. These
people who are our neighbours,
business owners, dog walkers
and coffee makers, walking
among us like regular people
with extraordinary views of
life and a real grasp on what is
important.
I challenge you to overcome
these bumps in the road and
take them as an opportunity
to rise up and become a better
mother, husband, co-worker,
friend, human being.
“Anything that annoys you is for
teaching you patience.
Anyone who abandons you is for
teaching you how to stand up on
your own two feet.
Anything that angers you is for
teaching you forgiveness and
compassion.
Anything that has power over you
is for teaching you how to take
your power back.
Anything you hate is for teaching
you unconditional love.
Anything you fear is for teaching
you courage to overcome your fear.
Anything you can’t control is for
teaching you how to let go”
Jackson Kiddard.
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GIMIKS BORNWords – Josephine Flynn. Pictures – Gimiks Born.
Gimiks Born is a storyteller. His ability to transport the
viewer out of the here and now and into the fantasy
freeze frames he creates is just one of the reasons why
he has become a much sought after artist; not just in
our little pocket of the World, but internationally. We
managed to pin this crazy busy man down to see what
makes him tick and how he manages to create these
imaginary Worlds and characters from sketches, to
skateboards to skyrises.
Explain to our readers your style/mediums.
I predominantly use spray and acrylic for larger
graffiti murals etc. For smaller works I use pencil,
pastel, ink, whatever I have on hand or what the
brief entails.
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Being a graffiti artist, do you
find that there is still some
stigma attached to the style?
Not often, but sometimes people
will assume you’re a non-
talented hooligan when you say
you do “Graffiti”. It’s when these
people see the work though they
usually follow it up with “Oh…
he actually does art then…” I
always have a bit of a laugh at
this response. These days people
are generally becoming more
open to the use of spray cans as
art medium, they are really not
that scary.
How did you get into art and
how long have you been
creating?
I read a lot of comics when I was
younger and tried to copy the art
in them, this started me off on
the creative road I guess. This
was as early as I can remember,
maybe 4 or 5, I’ve been drawing
and painting ever since. I didn’t
start using cans though until
2004.
You’ve travelled quite extensively and have
pieces around the World. Any plans for the
future to head back OS?
Yes definitely. I would love to go back for a
painting holiday to Toronto and visit close friends
there, it’s a cool city but it’s the people that make
it a lot better. I need to travel to Europe at some
stage and paint there as well, there are so many
talented artists doing amazing work over there, it’s
very inspiring. I’m heading to LA around July this
year for business I think too, will definitely have
a paint when I’m there also. So yeah, this year is
going to be quite busy.
What’s your greatest achievement to date?
Creating a tiny human named Willacy Beth. She’s rad!
Do you have a favourite piece?
Not yet, I’m still trying to find it. I was pretty happy
with the Pillars Project Mural though, that was fun.
If you could collaborate with any artist (dead or
alive) who would it be?
Jimi Hendrix or Jim Henson, both of them were
incredibly talented humans. I’d like to sit down
with Aldous Huxley and ask him some pressing
questions too, yep, him and Ghandi. I would also
have a sneaky paint and a drink with Jackson
Pollock, he was a strange cat.
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Where do you find your
inspiration?
Everywhere. Music especially.
I love Hip Hop culture most of
all, real Hip Hop though not
this corny prepackage stuff that
has been created by corporate
mainstream that’s so prevalent in
the airways currently - you can
keep that garbage. I like all music,
from Bob Marley to EPMD to
Frank Sinatra to Otis Redding, all
good music is amazing. However
it’s probably my close friends and
peers that inspire me most, artists,
musicians, skateboarders, chefs,
business minded individuals,
anybody who’s doing something
they love for the love of it, not for
the shine.
What have you got coming up?
Haha, lots. More murals, more
skateboarding designs, more art
in general. I’m also still working
on my “Bitter Winds” saga, it’s
been a looooong time coming! To
finish it off maybe a sneaky pop
up show too…you never know.
Where can our readers see/purchase your work?
You can keep up to date with my visual ramblings
via my social media; Instagram, Tumblr and
Facebook etc. My new site should hopefully be live
mid-year, however you can also keep tabs on all
my design stuff through Picture Wheel Company’s
site too. In regards to any work for sale, its best to
hit me up via my email or Facebook directly so I
can put you on my email list so you don’t miss out
on anything that becomes available. Cheers!
FB - www.facebook.com/gimiksborn
T – www.twitter.com/gimiksborn
W – www.gimiksborn.tumblr.com
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We’re all about local business here at HL, and one
of our passions is to discover and promote local
businesses that are not only doing wonderful
things and inspiring our community, but
are giving back at the same time. Ladies and
Gentlemen, we are stoked to present to you Good
Time Trunk Co.
You’re a brand spankin’ new company, how has
the first few weeks been going?
It’s been really exciting! We’ve had loads of really
great, positive feedback on social media, and
better still, we’ve even had a bunch of orders!!
What made you want to create a “Trunk”
company?
It might be just ‘cause we’re based on The Gold
Coast, but it’s long been our belief that boardies
are to men, what (stereotypically) handbags or
shoes are to women - there’s no such thing as “too
many”. And even if you’re not from a climate like
ours, surely that’s only more reason why board
shorts or ‘trunks’ are representative of Good
Times. More and more the board short industry
is getting super hi-tech & ‘performance’ driven -
which is great for surfers! - But we decided that
paying in excess of $100 for a pair of boardies was
a bit rough. I mean Kelly Slater can make a boring
pair of shorts look cool, while they’re upside
GOOD TIME
TRUNK CO.
down in a death-defying barrel,
but that’s not what most of us
do when we get some beach
or vacation time. We’re more
about embracing the ‘big kid’ in
all of us, and having fun.
Great name and I love the
idea behind it, can you please
explain it more to our readers?
We threw around a few
different names, early on...
but it really didn’t take long to
decide. We wanted our trunks
to truly represent unashamedly
organic ‘Good Times’, so our
name had to be the same. It had
to be completely uncontrived.
We wanted to start a good time
trunk company, so that’s what
we called ourselves.
We’ve noticed you’re aligning
with our lovely friends from
“Bali Kids.” Can you explain
more about that?
Yeah we’re hoping to start
doing our bit for the sick,
homeless kids in one of our
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favourite places on earth. First and foremost,
Good Time Trunk Co was about lifestyle wear
for ‘parents & their kids’ as one entity. Then
secondarily, cool trunks for individuals. And
because most Aussies have spent plenty of
holidays (family or otherwise) living it up and
loving life in Bali, it was a very easy and natural
choice to decide to give a little back.
Bali Kids provides a free mobile medical to all of
Bali’s orphanages. Through them, we can have
our blessed, clean, loving, healthy, outdoorsy
Good Times, all while contributing to at least
slightly improving the lives of those who may
never get to experience the same. So every time
somebody purchases a ‘Fam Bam’ combo - that’s
an adult’s and kid’s size trunks in the same print -
we’ll donate 10% of the profit to Bali Kids.
You’ve got some fun designs, any plans to expand
the line in the future?
Yes definitely! We’re not really interested in going
crazy with hundreds of mass produced, same-as-
the-rest prints, but we’re definitely planning on
keeping things fresh and original. We’re already
working on new designs that will hopefully join
our first four before summer is out!
Do you both have a retail/fashion background or
was this a bit of a change in career choice?
Half yes, half no. Lei-Ahna has been working in
fashion for the better part of a decade. On the
front-line in retail, then as an agency rep, and
later (and currently) as owner/manager of online
fashion boutique www.FadedHearts.com.au.
While my (Jake’s) expertise relies a little heavier
on experiences wearing trunks and having ‘good
times’ with family and friends.
What’s your plans for the business? Stay small
and local or expand?
We haven’t really given much thought to ‘size’ in
terms of growth. We’re literally less than a month
old after all. We do know that we want to stay
true to ourselves, and maintain a product that
isn’t the norm. We want to continually produce
good quality, original design trunks, that people
can have a ball wearing. If that leads us to some
sort of expansion, then great. For now though,
we’re just stoked that adults and kids want to get
#TrunkInPublic!
How can our readers find your fun and stylish
trunks?
We’re on Facebook & Instragram and online!
W – www.GoodTimeTrunkCo.com.au
FB – www.facebook.com/GoodTimeTrunkCo
I – www.instagram.com/GoodTimeTrunkCo
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Now I know what you’re
probably thinking, and
we don’t blame you! YES
YES absolutely YES we are
festival junkies! It’s no secret
that we love music, so it’s
understandable that we take
every opportunity we can to
get to as many festivals and
gigs as possible. However,
Falls is not your typical music
festival, so when we were
lucky enough to be invited
along to the Byron Falls
Festival at the stunning North
Byron Parklands over the New
Year period, we decided to take
a different angle.
Falls Music and Arts Festival
2014 for most of us started
on December 30th, but for
a very committed team of
creatives it started much
earlier. Slogging it out in the
sweltering summer heat for
five days, the Falls Festival
Art Camp, (held in the Old
Food Hall at the Mullumbimby
Show grounds) was home to a
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dedicated crew from all over
Australia and from all walks
of life. They put their minds,
hearts and hands together to
imagine and bring to life ‘The
Village.’ The pieces that were
created over these five days
were fashioned heavily from
the use of recycled materials
and the artists were very
mindful in designing pieces
that had a very small, if any
environmental footprint.
It was sustainable and
collaborative art at its best.
The end result, ‘The Village’,
was an art lover’s heaven; full
of spaghetti circus sideshows,
flash mobs, dance and art
workshops and big shady
tree’s to chill under. This
years “Boogie Nights Festival”
fancy dress theme on NYE
was Under The Sea, so the
workshop attendee’s were
busy making giant fish and
sea creature decorations as
well as floats for the night.
Additionally, the Falls Fiesta
culture
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Parade which was held on the closing night
also showcased creations from the various
workshops to wrap up the festival with a bang!
For us, festivals are about celebrating the
culture and community of a region. Byron Falls
Festival 2014, in particular ‘The Village’ and the
creatives that were involved in the space, are
the perfect example of why Falls Festival is a
favourite for people from all walks of life, not
just those who love music.
For an insider’s perspective on what happened
over those five days, check out the festival art
camp blog here.
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And the ocean taught her how to drown in
all the things bigger than herself, the ocean
loved her and knew everything that made
her, and every time she’d walk to the shore,
she’d smile at the ocean because the waves
told her story.
– R. M. Drake
After what was a week of torrential rain, the
weather gods answered our calling as we
woke up to a clear morning for our Washed
Ashore shoot. We adventured down to
Fingal with our amazing team and set up
against the rock wall. Standing in one of
the most beautiful spots on the Gold Coast,
we couldn’t help but pinch ourselves at the
scenery around us. The weather wasn’t too
sunny – but the misty skies and blue lagoon
made the perfect backdrop for our Cabo
Gypsy line.
Chelsey looked effortlessly beautiful as she
was free-flowing in the wind and walking
along the shore (and seriously what a boho
babe!)
This new collection from our exclusive label
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“Pollution is nothing but the resources we are not
harvesting. We allow them to disperse because we
have been ignorant of their value”.
Buckminster Fuller is a renowned 20th Century
inventor and visionary and he had a bit to say about
how we treat rubbish. Waste and Environmental
pollution is a source of escalating global anxiety,
the modern idea of a “disposable society” ought to
be ironically, thrown away.
How nice are we, as a nation, to our rubbish?
Although recycling rates are improving as more
individuals realise the cost of pollution and
protecting our environment, the majority of our
waste products still end up in landfill. Perhaps
there is a better way, and like their” flat pack”
design genius, maybe we should be looking towards
Sweden for the answer.
Historically, landfill has been the most common
form of waste management. The definition of
landfill is “a site for the disposal of waste materials
by burial”, but there are a few problems with this
common method.
Firstly, the act of burying the waste creates
an anaerobic (without oxygen) environment
not conducive to natural decomposition. The
organisms that break down waste anaerobically
produce two main gases, methane and carbon
dioxide, both of which are large contributors to
the “greenhouse effect”. In urban
cities, landfill can actually create
more greenhouse gases than the
cars that roam the cities!
Secondly, the local environment
suffers considerably. ”Ground
leachate”, the mucky liquid
produced through the anaerobic
decomposition, creates pollution
of ground water and aquifers.
Sinkholes and soil contamination
occur, injuries to wildlife, disease
vectors such as rats and flies
and nuisance problems like dust,
odour and noise pollution can all
be chalked up to landfill.
It is not all doom and gloom
however. Modern landfill
facilities are being more
eco-friendly, implementing
mitigation processes like ground
leachate collection, ground water
monitoring wells, clay and plastic
liners, leachate treatment and
methane gas recovery systems.
All of which lessen the impact
these landfill sites may have. But
we can still do a much better job.
In Sweden the fight against
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landfill is winning. Several initiatives and programs centred firmly
round the minimization of landfill since the 1990’s shows why they
are ahead of the curve. The biggest asset the Swedes hold is their
equal share of recycling and incineration, yes, incineration! In 2010
they managed to recycle 49% and incinerate 49% of their waste,
meaning only 2% of their nations total waste went to landfill. When
compared to Queensland`s resource recovery rate of approximately
33%, leaving roughly 60-67% destined for landfill, we can see there is
clearly room for improvement.
The numbers don’t lie, but the direct and punctual Swedes take their
initiatives one step further, they are using the incineration of rubbish
as a source of energy. In 2012, over 2 million tonnes of rubbish was
burned and converted into energy through “Advanced Incineration
Plants”. Sweden has even resorted to importing rubbish (700,000
tonnes in 2012) from surrounding nations to burn. I know what
you may be thinking; burning anything creates smoke pollution and
adds to greenhouse gas emissions, right? Well they have thought
of that too. Through materials sorting, removal of metals, tiles and
other products which do not burn but can be still be recycled, the
smoke created by their incineration plants consists of 99.9% non-toxic
carbon dioxide and water. The smoke gets filtered through “dry filters”
and water and then the liquid by-product is used to fill in abandoned
mines.
Another successful initiative put in place is the “Landfill Tax”
implemented in 2000. This tax, which has steadily increased over the
last 14 years, promotes the increase in recycling rates by civilians and
industry alike, diverting tonnes of waste destined for landfill. Other
initiatives include Government sponsored ad’s on avoiding waste,
using less toxic substances in production and encouraging people
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to return used bottles to grocery stores. Sweden’s goal of reaching
“perfection in recycling” and “Zero waste” is commendable and from
their rates of improvement, achievable.
So, why isn’t Australia following suit? As a young, progressive nation
shouldn’t we be on top of the game with resource recovery and waste
management? Maybe the vast land we live on makes us aloof? There
is a lot of space for landfill sites compared to Sweden, but is it really
about the space? Or is it about protecting our natural environment,
improving on an old fashioned system and seeing the value in a
misunderstood “Renewable Energy Resource”? Perhaps it is time.
Recently, Sydney proposed plans to develop an “Advanced Waste
Treatment” facility which will convert waste into a resource using
“mechanical, biological or thermal processes” converting non-
recyclable and organic waste into a renewable gas for energy. Sounds
familiar doesn’t it? Let us hope that idea spreads across Australia as
swiftly as plastic has spread across this planet.
Mr Fuller was onto something, we are yet to fully understand the
value hidden in our garbage. Through more initiatives, Government
policy, state level programs and waste management education in
schools and households, resource recovery and renewable energy
production could have a bright, clean and sustainable future together.
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It’s a warm summer’s afternoon. The sun is going down turning the sky into a rainbow
of pinks, yellow and reds. You’re lying on your hammock, drinking out of a coconut and
watching the waves roll in and thinking “Life doesn’t get any better than this.” Introducing
Bobby Alu. With his island inspired beats and Samoan heritage, Bobby Alu is music for
the soul. We caught up with Charles (aka Bobby Alu) in between his hectic schedule to
talk about the new album “Bay Sessions”, collaborating with Xavier Rudd and the life of a
touring musician.
Let’s start by going back to the beginning. What was the inspiration behind the creation
of Bobby Alu and how long ago did you form?
I’d always played music my whole life but started writing songs around 16. Post high
school after a few years searching for things to do I took the plunge toward music as my
sole profession. This led me to a degree in Popular Music at Griffith University Gold Coast.
Over the 3 year program for assessment, I wrote & recorded my own compositions where
I played all the instruments & produced the audio. Upon my graduation I put the 11 best
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songs on a CD which was sent to
Triple J via Sarah Howells where
she played some of my songs
under my ‘nickname’ Bobby
Alu. The name itself comes
from my middle names ‘Robert
Fa’agalu’. The formation of the
band started when I applied to
perform at 3 festivals – Island
Vibe, Woodford Folk Festival &
Byron Bluesfest. To my surprise
and elation I was accepted in all
three. This happened at the end
of 2010.
With your infectious Island
inspired beats and soulful
harmonies, Bobby Alu really do
have a unique sound, who are
you influenced by?
I grew up listening to island
music. My mother is Samoan and
when she moved to Australia
she was a professional dancer
in a Pacific Island group. From
the womb and all through my
childhood I was either watching
shows or jamming ukulele and
drums with my uncles. I’m
influenced by music that moves me. Makes the
hairs on my neck prick up, gives me goose bumps,
inspires me to take action or makes me dance &
groove. There’s just so much good stuff out there &
it’s a true blessing to be sharing my flavour toward
the good of the world. Artists I listen to a lot these
days include Bob Marley, D’angelo, Bill Withers,
Fat Freddy’s Drop, The Congos and The Shadows.
Being a touring musician you obviously work
hard and travel a lot, what is your favorite thing
to do when you get home at the end of a tour?
Go for a dip in the ocean and eat fish n/chips on the
beach at sunset. Catch up with friends & family.
Lay in the hammock.
Is the song writing a group effort or do you do the
majority of the writing? Do you tend to write
more at home or when you’re on the road?
I write the songs on my ukulele & then take them
to the band. We’ll then workshop some ideas until
its feeling hip, then take it for a road-test at a show.
I write both at home and on the road. It relaxes me
and helps get stuff off my chest. You could call it
therapeutic.
There always seems to be a lot of fun going on
up on stage among your compadres, do you guys
have a pre show ritual to get you in the mood?
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Pre-show rituals include the slow sip of a coconut (sometimes spiked),
perhaps a few high fives, a quick vocal warm up maybe a few tour
jokes.
Other than fronting Bobby Alu, you also make the occasional
appearance as a percussionist /drummer for other bands and
musicians including Kooi, Nick Saxon and recently touring as
part of Xavier Rudd’s Band. What’s your best memory of touring/
playing with bands other than your own?
I just love playing music. It’s the thing that makes my soul smile.
Laying deep into a rhythm or releasing a note is happiness &
completely natural. This is amplified when it makes others feel good
& inspired. I’m so lucky to perform with the artists I currently do.
They are all incredible and inspire me to the highest high. I’ve got so
many great memories that I hold on to with gratitude. A recent one
would be playing drums for Xavier Rudd at his sold out show at the
famous Fillmore in San Francisco. Sitting in the green room knowing
that so many amazing acts like Jimi Hendrix, Led Zepplin, Prince and
tons more have performed on the same stage gave me an epic buzz.
If you could spend a day jamming with anyone, who would it be and
why?
I could answer this question with an essay. It changes daily, actually
probably every hour. Right now on this day, in this hour I would choose
Terapie Richmond, a well-respected drummer from Sydney. Another
Polynesian brethren, he has an epic pocket that would be a rad jam today.
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You’re about to launch your
latest release ‘Bay Sessions’
Tells us about this new release
and the ensuing national tour,
starting in Bunbury, WA in
February and ending here on
the Gold Coast at BLEACH* in
March?
This EP has been a really fun time.
Last year I wrote the songs while I
was on the road with Xavier Rudd.
In 2014 alone we played in Bali,
Dubai, Japan, Hawaii, mainland
USA & Mexico. So much travel.
When I got home I showed my
band the new songs I had written
in the tour bus. We jammed,
recorded & filmed 6 new songs
at a friend’s studio in Byron Bay.
I have a huge tour with Xavier
Rudd starting from March, so I
only had February to tour my solo
work. We filled it up with shows
all over Aus and we are SUPER
pumped to play the new songs &
release our new EP ‘Bay Sessions’.
What local musicians are you
digging at the moment that our
readers should be checking out?
2 words and 1 letter. Karl S
Williams.
Finally where can our reader
keep in touch with your tours
and adventures?
Info always here: bobbyalu.com.
You also check my Facebook
Page or follow my travels on
Instagram.
W: www.bobbyalu.com
FB: www.facebook.com/
bobbyalu
INSTA: Bobby_Alu
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“Rhythmic, Folky, Honey Pop”
is how Sahara Beck likes to
describe her music, and we
have to say we couldn’t have
said it better ourselves. If you
are yet to experience the (only
just) 18 year old Sunny Coast
pocket rocket, you are in for a
treat! There is something real
and honest about her lyrics
and stage presence that is fast
making her a favourite, not only
at local venues but at Festival
around Oz.
I find it hard to believe that you
started gigging even before you
were legal. Now you’ve turned
18, has it made doing gigs easier
for you?
Oh yeah, so much easier. So
much more fun!
Words - Josephine Flynn / Picture - Care of Sugar Rush Records.
I’ve heard somewhere that
when you were a child you
wanted to be an actress, when
did you realise that music was
your calling?
I played with this musician
at my Dads birthday party
when he turned 60 and then
started just playing around
the Sunshine Coast. I couldn’t
get enough of that feeling of
performing in front of people
that are enjoying it as much as
I am.
It’s rare to find artists of your
age writing and producing
their own music. Where do you
draw your inspiration from?
I draw inspiration from what
happens to either myself or
people I know day to day.
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There’s a lot of things going on around you if you
pay attention for long enough.
Since your album launch in October, you’ve been
a super busy bee! We noticed you did your tour
with a favourite of ours Karl S Williams, as well
as gigs in Melbourne with Katie Noonan. What is
it like touring and performing with such talented
Australian artists?
It’s amazing and very inspiring to know such
talented people and get to play shows with them
around the place.
What artists would you love to collaborate with?
Paolo Nutini, the Cat Empire, (if I could go back in
time) Louis prima, Otis Redding
You’re making waves in the music industry at
such a young age, where would you like your
music and your career to go from here?
I would like it to just keep on progressing. I would
love to be able to play my own sold out tour one
day so hopefully that’s where we are heading.
Can you describe for us your most memorable
moment with music this far?
Possibly when the guys from Busby Marou asked
me to jump up with them on stage at Caloundra
Music Festival a couple of years ago, that was
amazing. Also getting to play my own show
with my drummer at Falls Festival this year and
having an amazing crowd that was just dancing
the whole time.
For our readers who are yet to experience the
magic of Sahara Beck, how would you describe
your style to them?
Rhythmic folky honey pop
What local artists are you loving at the moment
that our readers should check out?
Karl S Williams also the family Jordan
Lastly, what’s on the horizon for you and how
can our readers find out more?
Just keep an eye out! Or look on Facebook
Instagram etc
W - www.saharabeck.com
FB – www.facebook.com/saharabeckmusic
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A few months ago I relocated from sunny Byron Bay to the even sunnier Sunshine
Coast! Despite my new home being a mere 300kms or so north, I’ve found the heat even
more extreme and the humidity much more apparent. These long hot summer days
have meant lots of beach time and also an abundance of fruit in my diet! The Noosa
Farmers Market is paradise- stall after stall overflows with fresh, organic summer
produce from mangos to nectarines to grapes to papaya to dragon fruit to cherries and
more. These combined factors have resulted in my recipe development being dominated
by vibrant fruity concoctions- from smoothies to salads to desserts.
Fruit is such a simple way to fuel your body, loaded with vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants and fibre, fruit is hydrating, nourishing and delicious.
Make the most of the seasonal abundance and give these great recipes a try:
Words and Pictures – Kelly Fielding.
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Papaya boat1 cup coconut meat
¼ cup coconut water
½ teaspoon probitic
½ a vanilla bean
Blend all ingredients until
smooth and creamy
1 ripe medium size papaya
1 teaspoon each of:
goji berries
shredded coconut
pumpkin seeds
chia seeds
lime juice and mint leaves to
garnish
Hollow out the papaya of the seeds and place half
the papaya on a plate.
Spoon into the center a few good tablespoons of
the coconut yogurt (the rest will keep for up to a
week in the fridge and continue to ferment with
the probiotics.)
Sprinkle with the goji berries, coconut, pumpkin
seeds and chia seeds
Squeeze the lime over the top and dress with
mint.
Banana and Lemon Green Smoothie1 large frozen banana
¼ zucchini
3 lettuce leaves
¼ of a whole lemon- peel included (make sure its organic!)
¼ inch piece of fresh ginger
1 teaspoon of your favourite green powder
¼ of an avocado
¼ cup of nut milk
Blend all ingredients until smoothie and creamy. Enjoy in a glass or
eat with a spoon in a bowl!
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Pomegranate and Maqui Cheesecake
Base:
¼ cup coconut
¼ cup soaked dates
2 tablespoons of almonds
Process all ingredient sin your food processor
until they are broken down and everything comes
together. The mixture should be sticky and hold
its form but still have texture.
Filling:
1 cup of soaked cashews
1 small ripe banana
½ cup of pomegranate seeds
3 tablespoons of coconut nectar
4 tablespoons of coconut oil
¼ cup of almond milk
1 teaspoon of maqui powder
Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender until
smooth and creamy. This may take a couple of
minutes to get to the perfect consistency.
Pour the filling over the base and place in the
freezer while you make the topping.
Topping:
¼ cup of pomegranate seeds
¼ cup of chia seed gel
1 teaspoon of coconut nectar
1 teaspoon of coconut oil
Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender
until smooth. Pour over the cheesecake layer and
return the cake to the freezer to set for 2-3 hours.
Remove from the freezer to soften slightly before
serving.
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Summer Fruits with Caramel Maca Cream
Caramel Maca Cream:
¼ cup of cashews soaked and
strained
1 cup of dates soaked and
strained
1 cup of almond milk
1 tablespoon of coconut oil
1 teaspoon of maca powder
1 vanilla bean- seeds only
A pinch of salt
Summer fruits:
½ a mango cubed
½ a banana sliced
a handful of red grapes
a handful of raspberries
1 kiwi fruit sliced
1 teaspoon of shredded coconut
1 teaspoon of goji berries
1 teaspoon of chia seeds
1 teaspoon of pepitas
1 teaspoon of sesame seeds
To make the sauce, place all of
the ingredients in a high speed
blender except for the coconut
oil and blend well to combine.
Add the coconut oil and blend
again until you have a very
smooth, creamy texture.
Place all of the fruit in a bowl and
mix gently to combine.
Add the Caramel Maca Cream
and serve with lime.
For more delicious recipes and ideas about a
healthier lifestyle, visit Kelly’s blog:
www.bellaandbhakti.com
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Eco Challenge 2015
Surfrider Foundation Eco Challenge Gold Coast 2015 organiser
Greg Howell has been praying all year to Huey the surf god to
be kind to him for this year’s event. At last year’s inaugural
EcoChallenge Huey was in a bad mood for some reason, and he
sent the Gold Coast a massive swell which made it too dangerous
to run one of the signature events featuring wooden surfboards.
Greg’s certain we won’t get a repeat of last year’s swell for the
2015 EcoChallenge, which is back for its second year as part of
Bleach* Festival and will take place on Sunday, March 15 at the
Tugun Surf Life Saving Club.
“That was a freak occurrence last year. It was at least a 6 foot swell
and there was no beach on the high tide. The waves were washing
right up to the sand dunes”, Greg said.
While the show went on and the 2014 EcoChallenge was still
a success, Greg is confident of better conditions this year to
launch the Roots of Surfing Teams Challenge & Expression
Session. These unique events will feature a number of hand-
crafted wooden boards from the likes of MKSY Surfboards, Jack
Moase, Aaron Vanderstaay and Mat Wilton Surfboards.
For the Teams Challenge surfers will be asked to surf two
waves in groups of 6 in a tag team format. All surfers will ride a
wooden surfboard which will be provided, along with all other
necessary equipment. The judging format is the same as standard
surfing competition criteria, but the emphasis will be more on
having fun while helping promote sustainable surfing. Prizes
have been donated by Patagonia, Burleigh Brewing Co, Soul
Safari Surf Travel & Pray for Surf.
The Expression Session will feature experienced
wooden surfboard enthusiasts who will show
their prowess riding original style surfboards
like Alaias, Paipos and Itakos. These ancient
wooden crafts date back to the Roots of Surfing
which are thousands of years old.
The events will appeal to enthusiasts,
sustainable surfing advocates as well as
complete novices who’d like to watch
professionals, or even try out one of these
original surf crafts.
As well as all wooden surfboard events and
displays, EcoChallenge 2015 will be a full fun
day of music and environmentally-themed
activities to raise awareness of sustainable
living, and beach and ocean conservation. The
morning will kick off at 7am with yoga for
surfing on the beach with Broni Mcquire from
Soul Freedom, while the Roots of Surfing Teams
Challenge & Expression Session gets underway.
A number of market and food stalls will be
set up featuring sustainable products and
services, including Think Love Live, Bees
Knees surf wax, Bodiccea, Govinda’s, Marta
Walenda’s Hand Painted Jewellery & Home
Decor, I Love Gurus Australia, Orange Oranges,
organicfamily.co, with room for more. Greg’s
contact details are below if you’d like to register
interest in setting up a stall.
Also present throughout the day will be a
number of environment groups, such as
Boomerang Bags, Gecko, Follow Your Passion,
Griffith Centre for Coastal Management, Sea
Shepherd, Southern Beaches Community
Garden and of course Surfrider Foundation and
guest speakers..
A Plastic Bag Fashion Parade, presented by
Melisa Hopwood from Dreams & Themes, will
be held at 1pm, while there will be skateboard
demos and kids activities workshops during the
day. Entertainment from the morning into the
early afternoon will be provided via Buskers by
the Sea and Drumming with InRhythm.
Soon after the Roots of Surfing Teams
Challenge & Expression Session presentation at
1.30, music kicks off at the Tugun Community
Bendigo Bank Main Stage inside the Tugun
SLSC (bring your ID). The lineup includes Alex
Crook, Leopold’s Treat, Jake Fox, Chrisitine
Olive, Jemma Lee, Emmyjae, Southern Cross
University Bands and more.
The closing ceremony with Fire Beats with Neal
Webb & Pete Tonks will be held at 7pm.
So there you go, a full day’s entertainment that
has something to appeal to everyone. Make sure
you drop in and support this family friendly,
100% solar powered, sustainable, community-
based, surfing & lifestyle fundraising event.
For more information please see:
www.climatewave.com
or contact Greg Howell on 0414 939 942
We’re super stoked to see so
many parents in the water
teaching their kids to surf these
last school holidays. Teaching
your children to surf is a special
gift and teaching them how
to stay safe in the ocean is so
important.
As a surfing Mum or Dad it’s
awesome watching your little
grom squeal with excitement as
they catch their first wave on a
kids surfboard, but there are a
few things you need to know to
Words – Rochelle Holdsworth
ensure your kids stay safe, have fun and want to
get back out there to try it again.
T I M E I T R I G H TDo yourself a favour and don’t take your kids
out when the water is cold, on a windy day or in
unfriendly surf conditions. Kids hate being cold so
summer is a great time to get them out there, the
water is warm and you’ll get to spend more time
in the waves. If the surf is messy and the wind is
howling it can be frustrating for both of you, so wait
for a clean day with minimal wind.
Always start off in the white water. It’s harder
to paddle into unbroken waves and they’ll most
surf
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probably nosedive. Wipeouts are inevitable, but they can also scare
kids out of the surf. The white water is friendlier and your kids will get
a longer wave, giving them more of a chance to stand up.
G E T E Q U I P P E DEven though you might be tempted to send your kids out on the old
6’6’’ shortboard you have in the shed, or your own shortboard, a
bigger board is a better choice.
The bigger the board, the easier it is to paddle and the more stable
it is when they stand up. Although mals or mini mals are fine, we
recommend a softboard, a safer and more durable option. A trip
to the local hospital is the last thing you want and we’ve all seen
some nasty accidents caused by fibreglass boards. The Surfboard
Warehouse stocks a range of softboards that are perfectly suited to
beginner surfers.
M A K E I T F U NSchool is over for the week and weekends are for
fun, so even though you might feel like giving
them an in-depth lecture on the correct way to
surf, save it. Stay clear of the technical jargon, give
them the basics on surf safety then get out in the
water. After all, that’s where the fun is!
H AV E P A T I E N C EYes, we’d all like our children to grow up to be
the next Mick Fanning or Stephanie Gilmore, but
pushing them into waves before they are ready
might end in tears. Do this and you might have to
wait even longer until they are interested to try it
again. The last thing you want is to scare them or
make it an unpleasant experience. Most of the time
kids will indicate when they are ready to learn to
surf, most of the time they are the ones nagging to
get out there!
Sharing your love of the ocean is a great way to
spend time with your children and you’ll find that
you have as much fun as they do.
If you need help choosing the right board for you
little surfer, call 1800983 227 and speak to one of
our experienced staff members or drop into one
of our stores located at: Miami, Palm Beach, Byron
Bay or Mooloolaba
W: www.surfboardwarehouse.com.au
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Hula Dancing is telling the beautiful story of Hawaiian culture and history with
graceful hand motions and dance steps. Our dresses and flower leis are also depicting
the story that we are telling. – Tomoka Heneka (Gold Coast Hula School Na Pua o
Australia)
Recently I was diagnosed with a health issue, which caused me to reassess my lifestyle
and the way I exercise. At the time I was doing cross fit style training, 3 days a week
and loving it. I was seeing results, and whilst doing it I felt great! However, about an
hour afterwards, I would collapse into a heap, and have to sleep for a few hours to
recover. I needed to find a form of exercise that was much kinder to my body. I went
on a quest to find something that was great for my body and mind, and also left me
feeling happy and energized.
Just like a flashing sign from the heavens, whilst scrolling through my newsfeed,
an ad for Gold Coast Hula School popped up! A new class was starting at Kirra
Community center that week. So off I went and three months on, I feel its one of the
best things I have done for myself. Here are some reasons why you should try Hula
dancing too!
Words and Pictures – Jade Hopley
well-being
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Hula has a long, beautiful history and tradition
In the beginning of the Hawaiian culture, there
was no written language so to hand down the
teachings and history of the first islanders, dance
was created to pass on the origins of the Hawaiian
peoples, to the younger generations.
Dancing was a way to worship island Gods and
for the coming together of locals for festivals.
Many of the songs came from everyday life,
from going fishing and pulling in the nets to the
beautiful natural nature of the Hawaiian islands.
There are a heap of physical and mental benefits
to practicing Hula
Benefits include improved posture and general
muscle tone. How you ask? Whilst doing the hula
you are required to dance with your knees bent,
bum out, back straight, core tight. (Basically, you
are squatting the entire time you dance). But it
does not feel like those torturous squats your
PT makes you do in the gym, because you are
focusing on the movements and having fun, you
barely notice the burn… (promise)
Hula Dancing is low impact on the body and the
choreography improves balance and coordination.
Most people that know me, know that I am
uncoordinated and far from graceful. However,
practicing hula has improved my coordination
and core strength a lot more than I could have
imagined. I even climbed up and
down a cliff on a photo shoot
the other day, and managed to
walkaway sans bruises… (very
very rare).
How does it improve
coordination you ask?
Hula is not just a form of dance;
it is used to convey stories
passed down for centuries,
using graceful hand movements
whilst you dance. Remember
as a child when you measured
your coordination by rubbing
your belly and patting your
head, its kinda like that, your
hips and feet are going one way,
your arms and hands another,
but don’t let that frighten you,
the guys at Gold Coast Hula
School Na Pau o Australia,
are super great at making
you feel comfortable, and will
patiently, and slowly talk you
through each step until you feel
comfortable, there is no pressure
to be the best dancer, just the
dancer having the most fun!
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Hula is good for everyone no matter what age!
Tomoka the Director of the Gold Coast Hula
School Na Pua o Australia, who has been
practicing the art of hula dancing for the past
18 years and formed the school 3 years ago says
“Hula Dance is not just healthy for the body its
also good for the soul, Hula Dance makes your
life bright. And Hula Dance is for all ages.”
A little about Tomoka and the Gold Coast Hula
School Na Pua o Australia
I recently caught up with Tomoka and asked
how she got into Hula Dancing and what she
loves about it?
“ I am originally from Japan and my hometown
is a small farming and fishing community in
Kanagawa Prefecture, during the summer
month’s we have many traditional Japanese
festivals. The Town next to mine has a Hawaiian
festival each year, at this festival I saw Hawaiian
Dancers and musician’s; I fell in love with the
beautiful motions and the expressions of the
dancers, they where so beautiful, I knew then
that’s what I wanted to be!”
The Minoakalani Hula Studio was also in this
town, I joined the school and studied under
Japanese and Hawaii instructors that would
often visit, I also traveled to Hawaii to performed
and studied Hawaiian culture and language. I
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love all the dances and songs could not choose one particular dance
or song as they all bring joy to my heart. The greatest thing I love is
smiling and laughing with my hula sisters.
Hula is not just learning dance, its having and sharing good things
through the hula experience.”
Gold Coast Hula School Na Pua o Australia
Run weekly classes at the following venues and times. I really hope to
see you in one of the classes soon!
Adult class
Miami SLSC Every Thursday 10:00am~11:00am
Kirra Community Centre Friday10:00am~11:00am
Helensvale Library Sunday 10:30am~11:30am
* New Adult class start at Southport
and Robina in 2015
Kid`s Class
Broadbeach State School Friday 15:30pm~16:30pm
Private lesson and Advanced class
at Broadbeach Waters
Na Pua o Australia can also come to perform for your special
occasion, birthday parties, Hawaiian luau party, Weddings…etc.
Feel free to contact them for more information.
Email: [email protected]
FB: facebook.com/GoldCoastHulaDanceSchool
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