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Cover: Over 30 Bristols toexhibit at Noosa Classic CarShowPhoto: Tom Murray
WELCOME TO OUR BUMPER, BRIGHT AND SPARKLING SPRINGEDITION OF NOOSA STYLE MAGAZINE...
It's amazing... how just a few short months can make such a difference.
Forget about the economic doom and gloom we are constantly being
bombarded with in the media. We're here to add a little Spring sunshine into
your life. Everyone we speak with is positive, excited and looking forward to the
coming season. Living on the Sunshine Coast with its warm, welcoming weather, bright
blue skies and an ocean that blends perfectly into the distant horizon; who could possibly
be miserable or gloomy?
In celebration of Spring and its endless possibilities, local restaurants and cafes have
been eagerly adding seasonal goodies to their menus, to create lighter dishes that are just
perfect for al fresco dining. Whether enjoying a long, lazy luncheon, or a romantic
evening dining under the stars; catching up with a few friends or enjoying quality time
with family, there is a perfect dining possibility just right for you.
And, if you love food (and who doesn't?) we are here to satiate your desires. With
celebrity chefs and amateur cooks now competing on the television screens for viewer
support, everyone seems to be vying for time in the kitchen, eager to experience the joys of
food preparation and the appreciative sighs of their dining companions.
Spring is also the perfect time to visit one of the region's many farmers markets and
wander around tasting and purchasing the freshest and best produce available. As they
say 'fresh is best' - and you can't get much fresher than buying directly from the grower.
Farm gate to plate dining is always the way to go. And, don't forget to check out our wine
selections this issue.
To ensure that you have just the right look for the coming warmer months, Noosa's
beautiful boutiques are displaying a superb selection of local, Australian and
international designer collections.
The region's exceptional jewellers and artisans are currently showcasing the most
exquisite gems and precious pieces to complement your latest fashion acquisitions; and
local artists have been adding the final brush-stokes to their new works for display in the
region's galleries. Several fine exhibitions will be held over the coming months and are
listed in our extensive art feature.
We also look at the latest books for your leisure hours, as well as the Sunshine Coast's
best events; the latest movies, DVDs and music,
This issue also includes some spectacular local properties, as well as the finest furniture,
decorating and interior design options available, as well as the dream car we'd all love to
own.
And, to round out our great issue, we also introduce you to some colourful local
identities to further characterise the eclectic mix of new and old residents, who make up
the fabric of our society.
We are proud to offer our readers a wonderful glimpse of our idyllic Noosa lifestyle.
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CONTENTS
8-14 RSVP - Openings, Launches & Social Events
12 Wasabi award winnerThe story of local girls journeythrough to award winning business success in restaurant
14 Style Dining & RecipesEverything you need to find the best food available.
32 WineThis season’s best buys.
36 Style FashionSpring is upon us and there’s some great new looks and accessories to buy!
44 Tree Changers settle inNTree changers from South Africa via Los Angeles to settlein Noosa
70 DesignInterior and exterior idaes
74 Prestige PropertiesFeaturing one of Noosa’s finest homes
84 Travel Relaxing Palm Cove
92 Books/Movies/Theatre We take a look at what’s hot & what’s new
94 Artists and ArtisansThe latest works on display
100 Style MotoringBristol cars show off
103 Coming EventsNoosa Tourism Events
Kaylene Murray - Editor
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LANGFORD’S JEWELLERS& PAT RAFTER CHARITY
EVENTLangford’s Jewellers + Pat Rafter
played hosts at the Tatersall’s Club in
Brisbane recently, to present the new
Rolex and Tudor collections, released
at this year’s Basel watch fair, and raise
money for Pat Rafter’s ‘Cherish the
Children’ Foundation.
160 of Brisbane’s watch aficionados
were given their first opportunity to
see the new 2009 Rolex and Tudor
collections ‘in the flesh’.
Langfords Jewellers VIP guests were
also eager to show their support for
Cherish the Children Foundation, by
bidding for a Rolex Daytona watch,
and VIP tickets to the Australian Open
(of which Rolex are a sponsor). Pat
Rafter has been a long-time friend of
Rolex, appearing in Rolex advertising
campaigns over the years.
SUMMER EXHIBITIONOF ART, GLASS & METAL
Annie McDonald Artist in ‘Fused Glass
Jewellery’ & ‘Kiln Fired Glassware’
Lisa Fearnley ‘Artist of Precious Metal
Jewellery’.
James Fearnley ‘Watercolour Artist’.
Invite you to a collaboration and
celebration of a selection of - Paintings
, Jewellery, Kiln fired Glassware, for a
fabulous once only EXHIBITION.
At Unit 1, Peza Gardens, cnr. Noosa
Pde & Peza Crt, Noosa Heads.
Opening Friday 13th November
6.00pm – 9.00pm RSVP for catering.
Saturday 14th November 10.00am –
4.00pm. Sunday 15th November
10.00am – 2.00pm
Please ph. 0407 768 516 for
information and opening.
CHAMPIONING THECAUSE
The 2009 Global Surf Industries Noosa
Festival of Surfing, presented by
Golden Breed, raised almost $19,500
to split between three beneficiary
charities – Surf Aid, the Red Cross
Victorian Bushfire Appeal and Noosa-
based Frangipani Dreams.
At a hand-over of the donations
Festival director Phil Jarratt and
sponsorship manager Trudy Croad
thanked major sponsor Global Surf
Industries for the donation of 35
surfboards and the artists from around
Australia who donated their time and
talent to create works of art. The silent
auction of art surfboards contributed
more than $11,000, the world
champions’ teams’ auction raised
$7,500, and a Red Cross bucket appeal
during a free concert raised $800.
“So many people contributed to this
in so
many ways,” says Jarratt. “Artists,
musicians, sporting champions, surf
companies, volunteers…the list is
endless. But the main contribution
came from everyone who participated
in the Noosa Festival of Surfing in a
spirit of generosity. With more than
500 competitors it’s the biggest
surfing event in the world, but it’s also
the happiest. The people who attend
our event year after year know how
lucky they are to be surfers, and they
want to give back.”
Major sponsors Global Surf Industries
and Golden Breed have committed to
the 2010 festival, slated for 14 to 21
March 2010.
DESERT RAIN EXHIBITIONThe exhibition Singing the
Dreaming features prominent artist
Paddy Sims Japaljarri and emerging
artist Tess Napaljarri Rossand and
many more .
Following this the public program
2pm, Sunday 13th - Viewing of
'Singing the Milky Way' - Paddy Sims
Japaljarri sings his dreaming. "Only
one, me, only one!" The last one to
dance and sing the Milky Way
Dreaming, Paddy Sims Japaljarri takes
us into his world and the legacy he
leaves behind in his paintings. The film
provides insights into the significant
and place art has in Aboriginal culture
and for future generations. ( 65min
Film by David Betz)
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Guests at Langford’s Jewellers & Rolex Watches function were ‘served’ by Pat Rafter to
help raise funds for ‘Cherish the Children Foundation
Carl P Moogs Exhibiting at Desert Rain Gallery
events
Submit your info for RSVP to [email protected] NB: publication is quarterly so send early by May 30, Aug 30, Nov 30, Feb 28.
Annie McDonald, Lisa Fearnley & James Fearnley
Trudy Croad and Phil Jarratt doing the hand over to Keren Ruki fromSurfAid International, Cynthia Hunter from the Red Cross and Moy
Sweetman from Frangipani Dreams). Photo Jason McCallum.
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W ith Japanese exchange students being urged by
Danielle to cook food made by their mothers, it came
as no surprise to her parents Diane and David and
sister Karen, that the teenager, who was also studying Japanese
as an external student, preferred sushi to steak.
After two years at the prestigious COTAH, a tourism and hospitality college in
Brisbane, her penchant for working in the travel industry was realised. Meanwhile
her social life revolved around the Sunshine Beach Surf Club where she was an
active member as was ex school mate Drew Ritter, son of the late great
restaurateur Barry Ritter and ex Californian, surfer and banker Ptor Gjestland,
whose mother was Norwegian, no doubt attributing to his handsomeness.
At 22, London beckoned. Working on the front desk of Claridges Hotel was a
wonderful experience until surprise, surprise, guess who turned up?
“I resigned from Claridges, wasn’t given much of an option being told I’d better
make up my mind,” remarks Danielle, adding Ptor had resigned from his company
at 30 and has traded privately ever since. “We travelled through Europe, the States
and Canada…everywhere, spending a lot of time in the car with a foreign radio,
talking to each other which was fantastic.”
Smitten perhaps? She hesitates and laughingly admits “I think if you can spend
seven months with one person there has to be something in it.”
Returning to Sunshine Beach after dining in some of the world’s best Japanese
restaurants, Danielle’s idea for an intimate Japanese restaurant was ignited. There
wasn’t even a sushi train within cooee and “although it’s a foreign cuisine it suits
our lifestyle. Lots of seafood, it’s fresh, light, clean and what people want.
“Ptor’s language skills, since he had lived and worked in Tokyo for nine years, was
an asset when looking for staff and Shinichi (Shin) Maeda, who used to work in
Tokyo in a sushi restaurant, has been here since day one. The now Australian
resident is such a character, has a fabulous palate, understands balance, knows
what he like to eat, understands the customer, is always smiling and we work well
together selecting things that appeal.”
After a pre wedding party at Icebergs in Sydney which is owned by friend and
mentor Robert Marchetti, Ptor and Danielle married on the roof of their house in
Sunshine Beach in 2005.
It didn’t take long before the national food critics came to town, the awards
began to flow and the biggest news of all, a move this year away from Danielle’s
comfort zone to the restaurant hub of Noosa Sound’s Quamby Place.
Perched on the Noosa River the big, bare open space was transformed. “I didn’t
want to lose that boutique-y feel of Sunshine Beach. It was cosy and comfortable
and diners loved their little corner of the world.”
Minimalist lines and polished boards have been maintained, the tatami room
overlooks the dining space out to the river, there are glossy chairs and banquettes,
a VIP or private dining area, well thought-out beverage lists and a sunken bar
where sunset drinks and sushi are a must.
Danielle said she sweated on John Lethlean’s review in The Australian magazine.
“It was during Noosa’s Food and Wine Festival, we’d been open for three days, the
restaurant was full and everyone knew each other. Australia’s leading chefs were
here as were critics Simon Thomson and John, who had booked under his own
name, so probably hadn’t intended writing a review. We didn’t panic, just treated
it as another night at Wasabi.” John was obviously blown away so had to tell the
world about his “stylish adventure from start to finish.”
Laurels however, don’t get any bigger than ones awarded to an individual.
The Electrolux Appetite for Excellence, which was co-founded by Luke Mangan
and Lucy Allon, is dedicated to educating and nurturing emerging hospitality
industry professionals, has as its mentor Michelin-starred, acclaimed Thai chef and
London restaurateur David Thompson.
In addition to the Young Chef and Young Waiters awards there was the Young
Restaurateur award. The judging panel, including Neil Perry and Christine
Manfield, chose 30 year-old Danielle as the most promising restaurant
entrepreneur. Christine said she wasn’t surprised Danielle had no formal training.
“Coming into this business with other life experiences under your belt can and
usually offers a better, broader understanding. She is clearly a manager as well as
working at (and in) her business – and that is what really shone through.
“Formal training can sometimes hinder creativity and vision – that’s what’s
important, not whether you have a piece of paper that really means nothing if you
don’t have the inherent skills and confidence in knowing how to articulate your
philosophy, business goals, develop strategies and how to implement them.” The
qualities Christine looked for were: “Passion, commitment, vision, compassion,
strength of character, determination and skill in driving the business forward,
being brave and being the best possible role model for those who work for you –
leading by example and establishing benchmarks of excellence.”
She thought Danielle had “a thorough command on every aspect of her
business, has the much needed and essential ‘attention to detail’ required for
success, spoke with authority and intuitive understanding. She is warm and
engaging, has a thorough understanding of her brand and where it sits in the
market, aspires to more success and inspires as a great role model for others in our
industry. She is very hands on and her focus is sharp.”
Danielle’s prize package includes return flights to London, attending the
S.Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants”, event in London, $10,000, 12 month’s
business mentoring and Electrolux professional appliances.
“I’m so excited about the S.Pellegrino dinner, it’s like going to the Oscars –
something money can’t buy,“ says chuffed Danielle who entered to be measured
amongst other young restaurateurs and will the plough the cash into the
restaurant.
One day she’d like to open a small restaurant with Shin offering a spontaneous
menu of the day and in the meantime there’s no plan for Gjestland juniors, just
maintaining the passion for her and Ptor’s careers and enjoying themselves. “We
live in a gorgeous place, have a fantastic life and are super happy.”
Danielle Gjestland’s love affair withJapanese food and culture began atSunshine Beach State School.
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Little master chefsin the kitchen...With everyone talking about fresh food, television celebrity
chefs and the importance of every child's diet, there has
never been a better time to start your children cooking up
a storm in the kitchen.
New from Ladelle, these gorgeous Kid's Apron & Chef's Hat
sets are sure to be the perfect gift for every “little helper” in
the kitchen this season. In store now. Made from cotton and available in
two colourways: Pink & Red. The hat features velcro to allow for size
adjustment to create the perfect fit
RRP $16.95
Ladelle have kindly given us 3 sets to give away.
For you chance to win one, email your name address
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HastingsStreet’s newbreedIT’S NEARLY THREEYEARS SINCEOKANUI'S FAVOURITEMEMBER OF STAFFWAS CALLED BYANGELS TO THEKENNEL IN THE SKY.
Hoolie Doolie, a barrel-
shaped Staffie has since been
joined by her mates Bobbie, Nickie and John’s best friend Monty.
Now there’s a new breed ambling Hastings Street, swimming at the beach in
the Woods and after all that thirsty work meeting at Okanui’s version of the office
water cooler – a dog bowl which was made by potting legend Michael legend.
Apart from Cindy, the matriarch of the bunch, all the dogs are juveniles and
thanks to Cindy's coaching, all four-footer’s manners are now exceptional.
Lani, the local surfer has not let celebrity status go to her head and has
generously offered, free of charge to teach the others her stand-up paddle
technique. Cyclone swells do not phase Lani but it’s one step at a time for her
mates.
Roxy is a very confident yet somewhat naughty little miss who loves sitting in
the bowl to cool off. Zowie is a very competent skate boarder, although much
too shy to skite about it. Yang has a great sense of humour and boy does he love
his tucker. The others are much too polite to tell him stand-up paddle surfing will
never be his forte. Gypsy is a leggy, quiet girl, who prefers to run her own race -
nothing better really than a cup of tea and a good lie down.
Last but by no means least is Reef, the baby
of the bunch at only nine months. What a
handsome fluff-ball, with all the girls looking
forward to him maturing into a very
handsome boy.
That’s the new breed in town…almost.
Well you can’t count a regular ring-in, a
bush turkey that loves to be like one of
the gang and hang out at the dog
bowl with the
others.
When the
weather heats
up, Okanui’s cool
floor and tropical
fans are a
welcome relief and
all woofers are
assured of plenty of
pats from everyone,
especially the kids.
Top: Paddle board riding ‘Lani’ wearing aOkanui bandana,
‘Cindy’ - ‘Reef’ and in the bowl ‘Roxy’
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tabletalkSpring into summer Welcome to spring when the garden begins to bloom again with herbs andflowers, when produce from the farmers’ market is kissed by the sun and dishes, complemented byharmonious wines, echo the fabulous, fresh flavours.
Strictly for the birds It was literally birds of a feather flocking together
when Slow Food Noosa took poultry as the theme
for a sell-out dinner at Blue Angel, where Daniel
Mosedale is the owner/chef as well as president of
the local branch.
Ma hor, Thai caramelised chicken with mandarin
and pineapple from the Spirit House’s Katrina Ryan
was a spicy and appropriate start to the evening
and diners were agog with Daniel’s confit duck
breast stuffed with livers, hearts, gizzards and black
pudding, cumquat chutney and upland cress.
Carbonara with wings from Ma Mensa’s Belinda
Tuckwell had tongues wagging, especially about
the raw quail’s egg which sat atop the duck egg
pasta with braised squab and duck prosciutto.
Chargrilled quail, chorizo, cabernet sauvignon
grapes, fennel and apple salad, with sherry caramel
from the River House’s Nathan Nichol was a
triumph and everyone went quackers with
Damon Porter’s outstanding dessert creation of
duck egg cream pot with goose fat cenci and
rhubarb batons. Damon knew he was the
youngest of the chefs and wanted to put a serious
spin on duck egg brulee with rhubarb that’s on
the Coconut Grove menu. He chose to
deconstruct it and make a duck
egg creme pot, which he
poured back into
the neatly
trimmed
duck
egg
shells
to set.
Each
duck egg was
held in place on the
plate by a smear of
toffee and accompanied by goose fat-fried cenci
(sweet fried thin Italian ribbon pastries) plus
orange and vanilla roasted rhubarb batons.
Julie Shelton, the president of Sunshine Coast
Hinterland Slow Food was an engaging guest
speaker and proceeds from the Slow Bird dinner
went towards setting up the new convivium.
Chefs win cook-off Chef Sean Dobbs 22, and third year
apprentice Michael Anderson 20, from
berardo’s restaurant & bar, head to the national
finals in Sydney of the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat
Award, the only national culinary competition
dedicated to the development of junior and
apprentice chefs under 23 years of age.
At the South Queensland regional cook-off,
the two chefs beat eight other junior and
apprentice chef teams and will now have their
skills put to the ultimate test, hoping to win an
international travel-training prize worth
$15,000 including a trip to Chili in January 2010.
“Competing is all about gaining experience and
the knowledge of what works and what doesn’t in
a pressured environment,” says Allan Parker, an
Institute of TAFE Cookery teacher, who would be
unaware that Sean and Michael had an edge over
fellow competitors and are used to the heat being
turned up in the kitchen. They’ve survived
whatever Australia’s top critics and chefs have
dished out at the annual Noosa Food and Wine
Festival, which was created by restaurateur and
their employer Jim Berardo.
During the mystery ingredients box cook-off,
each team was scored on the
presentation and overall taste of three courses.
Sean and Michael impressed judges with their
pan-seared baby snapper, tomato and vanilla
risotto and basil emulsion for their entrée; followed
it with a main course of butter-roasted beef rump
with carrot and zucchini purees and port jus lie;
and for dessert they gave an old-fashioned
favourite a modern twist serving a rhubarb and
white chocolate custard with almond mousse.
Fresh from Masterchef While Peter Evans, one of Australia’s most
successful chefs, restaurateurs and television
presenters was all fired up in Noosa for the launch
of his latest book My Grill, lunchgoers at Ma Mensa
were also keen to know about his experience on
Masterchef with rookie chef Julia Jenkins who was
challenged to make Pete’s signature tea smoked
duck recipe for the three judges to blind taste.
With 30 extra minutes on the clock for Julia, Peter
coached her through the recipe, before starting
the dish himself and in a shock result judges
deemed Julia's dish to be superior to that of Petes.
Matt Preston summed it up well saying that he
was obviously a very good teacher – a trait that
also comes through after using his recipes.
Hailing originally from Melbourne, growing up
and doing his apprenticeship on the Gold Coast,
Pete considers himself a good Aussie bloke who
loves to cook outdoors on his Barbie and counts
fishing and surfing as favourite pastimes. He lives
in Bondi with Astrid and their daughters, the girls
who set his heart alight, Chilli aged four and Indii,
three.
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world of culinary insights, and offers
completely hands-on cooking classes in a
purpose- built kitchen. Ginger might of
might not be an ingredient.
Classes have become so popular,
classically trained executive chef Andrew
Strange who’s toured the world as the
official chef for the Rolling Stones, is a well
known Sunshine Coast restaurateur and
has a passion for food that’s truly
contagious has been joined by Erik Van
Alphen, who was born in The Netherlands
and spent his formative years training in
the classics and working with some of the
best European chefs in the world including
Alain Chapel, Alain Senderens and Francois
Thurier.
He was introduced to Australia in 1981,
worked in various high profile restaurants
around Sydney and Melbourne, including
the decadent French restaurant Le Trianon
where he was nominated as Chef of the
Year in 1984.
Unable to resist the lure of Europe, he
moved back and began developing an East
meets West concept where fresh Australian
and Asian produce was adapted to old
European traditions to create what we
know today as modern Australian cuisine.
In 1990, he was involved in the opening of
one of the first Australian restaurants in
London, Sydney Street, offering a
combination of French and Australian fare
using imported ingredients such as oysters,
bugs, lamb and kangaroo. It was the first of
its kind attracting many high profile
celebrities and was rewarded with a much
coveted Michelin star.
He returned to Australia gravitating to
winery restaurants such as Cassegrain and
Sirromet and set up the renowned French
Room in the Blackall Ranges.
When he’s not at Buderim Ginger you
might find him behind the counter of
Viande at Belmondos, Noosaville where he
is creating fantastic chef-prepared meat
products for the public and showing
everyone how easy it is to cook them.
Classes for all skill levels range from five-
star at home, Mediterranean seafood,
Now deliveringfrom Peregian to Tewantin
Noosa Heads30 Hastings Street
NoosavilleIslander Resort Thomas Street
Peregian Beach Cnr Heron St & Kingfisher Drive
Takeaway & Deliveries
7 days from4pm
www.zacharys.com.au5473 0011
RockSaltO noosaa
Noosa Wharf, Quamby Place, Noosa Sound
5449 2255 BYO
...'We’d
celebrate with
a glass of
champagne
but we don't
have any'...WINNER
'Restaurant & Catering Queensland Regional Awards for Excellence'
Best BYO for three years running.
Zachary’sgourmet pizza bar
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relaxed casual
dining on the
Noosa River
• Corporate functions
• Weddings
• Large group bookings
• Live entertainment
271 GympieTerrace Noosaville
P 5474 1699 W www.madissons.com.au
fully licensed - open 7 days a week
breakfast (fri-sun) - lunch - dinner
Parisian, Italian, canapés and an
advanced masterclass. The format
ensures that you’ll be involved every
step of the way and seasonal classes
introduce variety to common themes
with menus that change to suit the
time of year and current food trends.
Rock Salt rocks At the state’s largest hospitality and
tourism awards, the 2009 Restaurant &
Catering Queensland Sunshine Coast
Awards for Excellence, which highlights the
region’s finest, Rock Salt @ Noosa was once
again a winner, this time awarded the Best
BYO restaurant.
Stuart Webster has never rested on his
laurels and consistently dishes up
delectable fare adored by locals and visitors
alike. Being unlicensed is a bonus.
Starters and mains from the new spring
menu include poached scallop, ginger and
eschallot dumplings, oyster mushrooms
and black vinegar dressing; roasted spanner
crab, chive and potato cake with a rocket,
pear and parmesan salad and hazelnut
dressing; olive gnocchi, confit chicken leg,
spinach, cherry tomato and spinach with a
tarragon cream sauce; and pork rib eye,
marinated chargrilled vegetables, buffalo
mozzarella, red onions with a spicy roast
tomato chutney.
Stu wishes to avert a riot so his signature
dish of crispy roasted duck, creamed garlic
spinach, orange and thyme jus with crisp
onion rings, remains on the menu.
All the winners of the Sunshine Coast
awards will go on to compete in the State
Awards in Brisbane later in September.
Pressing the flesh Masterchef supremos and Noosaphiles
George Calombaris and Matt Preston
dropped almost everything when Ma
Mensa’s Belinda Tuckwell, and the Cooking
Company’s Jeroo Pavri Thomas plus mother
and daughter duo Robyn and Tracy
Worthinton lobbed in Melbourne to scour
trade fairs and producers for the latest
cooking and deli items.
The seven course degustation menu with
matching wines at the Press Club
comprised
dishes
inspired by
the Hellenic
Republic.
There were
lots of “wows”,
theatre and
eye-catching
moments
such as the
tablecloth
being set on
fire when
George
smoked
octopus at the
table and Matt tried to steal Jeroo’s scarf to
add to his cravat collection.
Chips and tarama; smoked octopus,
dehydrated ouzo, shaved fennel and
cabbage salad; and the homage to Stelious
Palirious of a made-to-order olive oil
chocolate mousse, carrot cake and black
olive gel; were standout stars.
If you’d like a taste of George’s food try his
black volcanic sea salt from Cyprus and his
Attiki honey at the Cooking Company and
if dinner with Matt is more your speed, his
book Cravat-a-licious will be launched at
berardo’s restaurant & bar on Thursday 8
October,
Stuart Webster - R ock Salt
Tracy, Matt and Jeroo
tabletalk
Ginger Factory Cooking School - Erik Van Alphen
Coats is back on hometurf...
When Brad Coats left Noosa High School he began an
apprenticeship mastering French cooking at Pierre Otth’s
La Plage Restaurant in Hastings Street. At Cafe Vespa also
in Hastings Street, he worked alongside his older brother,
Jason Coats who these days has made a name for himself
in Brisbane.
After qualifying Brad changed direction to learn the
finer points of the hotel industry and was part of the
opening team at Cato’s at the Sheraton Noosa Resort.
City life beckoned and at Brisbane’s five-star Quay
West hotel fine dining was the focus, however he soon
realized his heart belonged to Noosa, joining the
kitchen brigade at Pierre Otth’s Boathouse Café,
followed by Bruschetta and Fishtales at
the Hyatt Regency Resort Coolum, during
which time he won many awards
including the prestigious Salon Cullinaire
Chef of the Year in 2000, and was part of the
team cooking for the Commonwealth Heads
of Government Meeting (CHOGM) where
VIPs included Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
After nine years at the Hyatt Brad is home. As
head chef of Madissons Restaurant and Bar on
Gympie Terrace, a finalist in the Best Alfresco
Dining and also Best Informal Dining categories
of the Restaurant & Caterers Queensland
Regional Awards, diners can look forward to
excellent modern Australian food that’s simply
prepared so flavours from the premium quality
fresh produce speak for themselves.
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Brad Coats - Madissons
new chef
Sweet spiced spatchcock - Ricky’s Quamby Place
Olive oil roasted Noosa tomatos withavocado stuffed Piquillo peppersCoconut Grove - Sunshine Beach
Tempura bug tails with black sesame,crisp ginger, green tea salt, endive, cressand citrus soy - Cato’s Sheraton Noosa
Delicious StrawberryCheese Cake - Wahoo,
Peregian Beach
Rib Eye on the bone - Villa Noosa Noosavilleon
the
men
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Left: Seared Garlic Prawn Skewers - Rock Salt, Quamby Place
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TESTAMENT TO THE NOOSA RIVER’S MAGNETISM AREHORDES OF VISITORS WHO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITS
MYRIAD ATTRACTIONS.
Along the foreshore, pelicans flap their wings and thrust their beaks
under water looking for a feed or join seagulls onshore hoping for
leftovers from family barbecues, picnics and celebrations under
balloon-festooned gazebos.
Anglers cast their lines in anticipation of hooking whiting; roller-bladers,
scooters and walkers many with dogs on leashes, pound the meandering
pavement; and cyclists use the dedicated pathway which is parallel to Gympie
Terrace.
Life down by the riverside and environs exudes a casual elegance and relaxed
ambience and with its smorgasbord of restaurants, alfresco eateries and take-
outs, there’s also a culinary tour of the world to be experienced and enjoyed.
The views take some beating as does the food, at the Boathouse floating
restaurant. Feast on fabulous seafood and a la carte fare on three levels of
waterfront dining. Needless to stay it’s a very popular spot for sunset and cocktail
aficionados.
At the River House, internationally acclaimed chef Nathan Nichols is a true
locavore - a master of creating a daily menu around the best produce in the
region.
Sirocco is exciting. It is inspired and named after the hot Saharan wind that
sweeps across North Africa and delivers the exotic flavours, aromas and colours
of the Mediterranean rim. Chef Cainan Johnson promises to dazzle your taste
buds as you drink in the views across the river.
Watch the action of the river especially youngsters as they learn how to sail,
from the Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club, where bistro-style fare, snacks, cool
music and a laidback afternoon or long weekend breakfast, go hand-in-hand.
Discover the magic of Madissons Bar & Restaurant where everything on the
menu is second to none and diners keep coming back for more. It’s also the
place for sighing over sunsets while sipping a favourite bevy.
The Blue Angel’s Daniel and Angela Mosedale know implicitly how to impress
diners with first class service and the very best of wherever possible local and
organic produce such as freshly shucked oysters with jalapeno and lime hot ice.
The Villa Noosa caters for kids and has something for all tastes with great pub
grub especially steaks; Noosa’s Organika has fine food and espresso plus a large
range of certified organic produce and products; and don’t forget, picked-today
produce is a feature of the Farmers Market, held every Sunday morning at the
Australian Rules Football Ground in Weyba Road.
The river precinct also has numerous sassy boutiques, pamper palaces,
contemporary-style art galleries, five-star resorts, cosy apartments and
comfortable backpackers. A few remaining original workman’s cottages are
much sought-after for razing in favour of multi million dollar villas and
apartments.
In the 1920s, Noosaville was a sleepy hollow, except for the first café in the
area, called The Favourite, which was owned by the Massouds. It became the
Dining out in Noosaville... Swoon river – wider than a smile
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meeting place for troops during World War 11
when they drove their amphibious army ducks
out of the river to collect their fresh fish and chips,
cooked on a tiny wooden stove. Today Maisie’s is
on the site of The Favourite on Gympie Terrace.
The riverside park has been charmingly
landscaped with timber tables and bench seating
under shaded trees from where lorikeets belt out
birdsong in the late afternoon. Exercise
equipment is well patronized amongst the keep-
fit fraternity. Book a tour and a jazz cruise or hire a
houseboat, half cabin cruiser, pontoon boat, jet-
ski, kayak, canoe, fishing skiff, sailing boat, trike or a
tennis court. Cycling paths extend from the
Noosa River, looping from the Noosa Yacht and
Rowing Club around Noosa Waters, or there’s the Mangroves and Creeks bicycle
ride to Noosa Junction.
The Noosa River is home to the Riverlight Ferry which wends it way from
Tewantin to Hastings Street and return, picking up and dropping off passengers.
The system of waterways from Noosa, which includes clear lakes, dark tannin
waters and sand dunes, forms the gateway to the world’s largest sand island, and
heritage-listed Fraser Island.
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Gympie Terrace’s riverside park has beencharmingly landscaped with timber tables andbench seating under shaded trees from wherelorikeets belt out birdsong in the late afternoon.
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All day breakfast Lunch Decadent Cakes
Bay Village, Hastings StreetOpen 7 days – 7am to 5pmEXCEPTIONAL COFFEENow serving Campos Coffee
4 HERON STREET PEREGIAN BEACH P: 5448 1491 - OPEN 6 DAYS (closed Tues)
fresh seafood... lunch & dinneralfresco dining under the pandanas tree
DINE IN OR TAKEAWAY • LICENSED/BYO wine only
TAPAS $6TAPAS $6
2/50 Has t ings S t ree t (opp Sur f C lub ) Noosa Heads Phone 5474 9369 - L ICENSED
FINE INDIAN FOOD
Experience the true flavours and tastes of
genuine Indian cooking using traditional
Tandoori ovens - situated right on hastings
Street - enjoy the experience
dine in or takeawayLunch and dinner
Authentic Indian & Tandoori Cuisine
There’s more to Hastings Street
than a great beach… Here’s your
‘must-do’ list for summer.
Belong
14 - 16 Hastings Street Noosa HeadsPhone 07 5449 4888
www.sheraton.com/noosa
AUSTRALIA’S LEADINGSPA RESORT
AQUA Day SpaNurture yourself at this
world class haven of health & relaxation. Spend an hour orstay a day with beauty, body
and massage treatments andunique Roman style baths.
Open 7 days from 10am.
Cato’sNamed after environmentalist and
Author, Nancy Cato, this is where localsand visitors come together for
breakfast, lunch and dinner.Renowned for the Sheraton Buffet
and people watching in the lively bar. Open 7 days & nights
River LoungeMix and mingle with your favourite
drink at sunset or party late with live music from 9pm Friday & Saturday.
Open from 10am until late 7 nights
Noosa Wine CellarFind the best drop to complement any meal. It’s
got the lot! Located on the terrace next to Cato’s.Open 7 days from 10am.
It’s easy to be sweptup in the charm andspices of Sirocco.
Lovers of exotic flavours, fragrances and colours
of the Mediterranean rim, can drink in the views of
the Noosa River and be dazzled by unpretentious
fare at Sirocco, a chilled hangout that was named
after the hot Saharan wind that sweeps across North
Africa.
There’s plenty to savour on the spring menu,
designed by Cainan Johnson, ex Season and
Habbits at Cotton Tree, whose Maltese background
and an ear-to-ear smile, suggests he’s found his
marque.
Melt-in-the-mouth balls of Atlantic salmon with
preserved lemon aioli; roasted field mushroom caps
stuffed with caponata, which is similar to ratatouille,
and a garnish of micro herbs, drizzled ever so subtly
with truffle oil; and a well executed Spanish
prosciutto-wrapped soft haloumi with roasted
tomatoes, which burst with flavour in the mouth,
asparagus and a balsamic reduction; were great
openers to share.
Ditto a pizza, however this time the taste buds did
the flamenco. The excellent house-made wafer-thin
olive oil base was topped with fire-roasted
capsicum, vine-ripened tomato, goat’s curd, chorizo
sausage and chilli. Which of the last two was
responsible for turning up the heat? Both I suspect,
however don’t let that deter you. It was a ravishing
beauty.
Crisp skin Atlantic salmon fillet with duck fat
kipfler potatoes, shaved fennel, blood orange and
asparagus spears; steamed Spring Bay mussels with
chilli, garlic, white wine and spinach; and the spiced
lamb meatball tagine with spicy tomato sauce and
baked duck egg with cous cous, had our attention
when thinking about regionality and seasonal
produce. However feeling somewhat sated with the
shared dishes and desirous of something cool, glam
and very lunchtime-ish. we opted for the
Mooloolaba king prawn salad. The prawns were
jumping out of their shells with freshness and the
creamy avocado, peppery rocket leaves, baby capers
and artichoke hearts were enlivened with a zesty
lemon vinaigrette and mustard fruit. Just the ticket
with a crisp Willowglen riesling from the Yarra Valley.
The finale was a buttermilk pudding with
strawberries, candied lemon rind and a raspberry
moscato sauce. The verdict? We like.
SIROCCO: Gympie Tce Noosaville
Food:
Balance and flavours speak for themselves
Wine:
Well priced including by the glass. All Australian
except for French Champagne and two NZ
sauvignon blancs.
Service:
Knowledgable and attentive, especially effusive
Maria who’s still getting used to not being in Cairns
where the crocodiles were close-by.
Ambience:
Bright and breezy to match the uninterrupted river
view during the day; night time the vibe is more
intimate.
Reason to return:
Giancarlo coffee with Barambah organic milk and
Paella Sunday $47.50 for 2 includes Windy Peak
Sangiovese.
Atlantic salmon fillet with duck fat kipfler potatoes, shaved fennel,blood orange and asparagus spears
review...
Maghreb to theMediterranean
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There’s nothing quite like kicking backat Daniel and Angela Mosedale’sBlue Angel with its back drop of theNoosa River.
UK born Daniel’s classical technique, is gleaned from years of
globetrotting. He was executive chef for Bill Granger and opened Blue
Angel in 2006. When it comes to being a locavore and specialist in
simple, fresh flavours that speak for themselves, Daniel is king.
Spring produce includes local yellow and blue fin tuna with the latter’s belly being
unbelievable in texture and taste; whiting from Tin Can Bay; bloomin’ great buttery
yellow zucchini flowers from Maleny which are stuffed goat’s cheese; Dakota Vale duck
served with mandarins which are also preserved; magnificent heirloom tomatoes from
the Lockyer Valley;
plus
broad
beans, sweet
potato, peas, beans, cherry
tomatoes, asparagus, blueberries,
strawberries, small leaved sorrel, chervil, baby cos, other salad leaves and herbs and so
much more from favourite growers nearby.
Daniel says to expect dishes such as local yellow fin tuna crudo, shaved fennel. ruby
grapefruit, avocado mousse and citrus salt; slow cooked Petuna ocean trout with spring
vegetable minestrone, fresh goat's curd and toasted orzo; and of course his signature
hot ice oysters will remain stars of the menu.
Whether you sit on the shaded area al fresco or the airy indoors with it new timber
floors, sophisticated yet casual banquette seating and specially chosen artwork this is a
sassy space complemented by fine food, wine and service. And if you’re looking for a
venue for an extra special celebration for about 50, the decision is now easy.
Blue Angel Restaurant - Gympie Terrace Noosaville
Passionate advocate...
Angela and Daniel Mosedale
Yellow fin tuna crudo, shaved fennel. rubygrapefruit, avocado mousse and citrus salt
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Cooking withGrandmaby Rosemary Mastnak.
Published by Hardie
Grant Books
Last year they danced
their way into our hearts.
Now Grandma and Anya
are back! And this time
they’re cooking up a feast.,
In her second picture book, Cooking with Grandma, talented author,
illustrator and grandma, Rosemary Mastnak, has created a scrumptious story to
entertain mini master chefs across the country.
Anya loves visiting Grandma and Grandpa. They like to cook together… and
then go on adventures around the house. With a new recipe for every day of
the week, meal times become the perfect excuse for fun and games.
Grandpa receives his boiled eggs for breakfast served to him complete with
room service, sandwiches for lunch become a reason to host a teddy bears’
picnic and the humble dining room table is transformed into an Italian
restaurant when spaghetti bolognaise is on the menu for dinner.
Accompanied by uncomplicated text, Rosemary’s delightful watercolour
illustrations brim over every page to provide a perfect canvas for children
learning to read, as well as making a uniquely beautiful gift for grandparents
everywhere. RRP $24.95
Cooking forChristmasTimeless recipes for the festive
season. Published by Murdoch
Books RRP $49.95
This new book of traditional
Christmas offerings with a
contemporary twist will appeal to
everyone whose ever entered a
home kitchen, from lovers of
traditional Christmas feasts to more adventurous cooks looking for new
inspiration.
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this exciting and contemporary
collection of traditional yuletide fare; from roast turkey with hazelnut and
porcini stuffing to a cardamom, chocolate and pear trifle, and over 120 recipes
presented in this wonderful compilation of old favourites and soon-to-become
new classics for the festive season.
The recipes in Cooking for Christmas feature clear and concise instructions,
making them achievable even for novice cooks. And, all the recipes are triple-
tested in the Murdoch Books Test Kitchen to guarantee success every time.
Including a tantalising array of celebratory cocktails and nibbles, succulent
roasts, perfect puddings, edible gifts, plus all the seasonally anticipated
trimmings, this book is destined to become an essential and cherished
reference for Christmas past, present and future.
SUPPORTING LOCAL GROWERS...
“Lunch is always a pleasure...
Dinner an absolute delight ”.
Ph: 5473 0800 235 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville email: [email protected] www.blueangelrestaurant.com.au lunch & dinner tuesday - sunday
DIVINE DINING ON THE RIVER - NOOSAVILLE
blue angel
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fare
tra
de... Buderim Ginger
MINI PAVLOVAS WITHSTRAWBERRIES & GINGER
Ingredients:
1 tbs cornflour
6 egg whites
1 pinch cream of tartar
350g caster sugar
1 tsp malt vinegar
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 punnet strawberries
1 tbs caster sugar (extra)
1 tbs glace ginger, finely diced
½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
½ cup cream, whipped
Persian fairy floss, to garnish
Method:
Line two baking trays with foil. Coat the
foil with butter and sprinkle with cornflour,
set aside. Preheat oven to 125ºC. Beat egg
whites with cream of tartar until stiff, taking
care not to over beat. Slowly add caster
sugar, small quantities at a time. When the
mixture is very stiff and all the sugar has
been added, add the vinegar and vanilla
essence. Fold the sifted cornflour lightly
into the mix.
Divide the mixture into eight mounds,
four on each baking tray. Stack the mound
You’ve asked for it. Noosa’s leading chefs answerrequests for recipes and give away secrets and hot tips.
Holidays in Noosa meanstopping on the way at theGinger Factory to stock upon zingy ginger. I’d love arecipe for a dessert withstrawberries and ginger andhoped Andrew Strange fromthe Cooking School might beable to help.
Kate Manzie, Brisbane.
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high by dragging up the sides with the back of a spoon and scoop a
hollow out of the centre. Place the trays into the oven and bake for
approximately two to two-and-a-half hours at 125ºC. The meringues
should be hard when tapped. Allow to cool slowly in the switched-off
oven with the door slightly open.
Slice four of the strawberries into ½ cm pieces. Place on a small dish
and sprinkle with half of the extra caster sugar and glace ginger. Set aside.
Process the remaining strawberries in a blender with the last of the caster
sugar and grated ginger until pureed. Set aside.
To serve, place each meringue on a dish. Fill the meringue hollows with
a spoonful of whipped cream. Perch two or three of the sliced
strawberries into the cream and scatter the remaining slices around the
meringue. Sprinkle with leftover glace ginger. Drizzle the strawberry
puree on top of the meringue and around the dish. Garnish with a tuft of
Persian fairy floss or sifted icing sugar.
If you’d like a recipe email: [email protected]
In the heart of Noosavillethe all new Villa NoosaHotel is the home of thebest steak and freshest
seafood in Noosa.Alfresco and indoor diningfeaturing restaurant qualitydining at pub prices withthe kids catered for also.
We have:• 200 seat bistro • Largefunction facility • Alfrescodining • Sports Bar andPub TAB • Gaming and
keno facilities • Kids minicinema and games room • 4 bars • Dan Murphy’s
liquor store • 25Accommodation rooms
With all this on offer theVilla Noosa is a
destination the wholefamily will agree on...
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• great food • tab • gaming lounge • live music • kids lounge • coffee
www.villanoosa.com.auMary Street, Noosaville
Ph: 5430 5555
World's most popular fruit...
tomatos
Inspired by, and namedafter, the hot Saharan windthat sweeps north acrossthe Mediterranean basin,
Sirocco's well-priced menuencapsulates the flavourfulessence of North African,
Portuguese, Spanish,Greek, Italian and Turkish
cuisine.
2/ 257 Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE p: 54 556688
Breakfast - Lunch - DinnerOpen Tuesday to Sunday
LIC/BYO wine
Uninterrupted river views...
The exoticflavours, aromas
and colours of theMediterranean rim
served simply with sea salt,sherry vinegar, extra virgin oliveoil and Gympie Goat’s curd aresublime
The tomato is native to Central and SouthAmerica and is one of the many foodsbrought back to Europe by the Spanishexplorers.
The scientific term for the common tomato is lycopersicon
esculentum, which mean "wolf peach." The fruit is a cousin of the
eggplant, red pepper, ground cherry, potato and the highly toxic
belladonna, also known as deadly nightshade or solanaccae.
Tomatoes were first cultivated in 700 AD by Aztecs and Incas. Explorers
returning from Mexico introduced the tomato into Europe, where it was
first mentioned in 1556. The French called it ‘the apple of love’, the Germans
the ‘apple of paradise’.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, fibre, and are cholesterol free. An
average size tomato (148 gram) boasts only 35 calories. Medical research
suggests that the consumption of lycopene, which makes tomatoes red -
may prevent cancer. Lycopene is the most powerful antioxidant in the
carotenoid family and are the natural compounds that create the colour in
fruit and vegetable. Cooked tomatoes have higher concentrations of
lycopene than raw
There are more than 10,000 varieties. They vary in size from tiny pea-sized
wild tomatoes to the biggest beafsteak and pre- 1960’s heirloom varieties
like black krim, which has a charcoal coloured flesh. Some varieties have real
‘bite’ and others are deliciously sweet such as Tommy toe with red or yellow
fruit that’s delicious to eat straight from the vine. The unusual colour of
black Russian brings flavour and life to fresh salads. The interesting striped
skin of green zebra adds strong flavour and decorative appeal. It is a high
yielding tomato and the ripe green fruit is unattractive to birds. Tigerella has
decorative striped red fruit. Beams yellow pear is a tasty yellow coloured
salad variety with unusual pear-shaped fruit and peach tomatoes are so
called because of the peach-like fuzz on the skin.
During a year Nigel Sutton, fourth generation farmer, grows a staggering
number of heirloom varieties on old vines that previously produced grapes.
Berardo’s executive chef Shane Bailey says they’re wonderful to use
because of their colours, unusual appearance, good strong flavours and
served simply with sea salt, sherry vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and Gympie
Goat’s curd are sublime.
Arnie Schellaars grew sun-kissed varieties of tomatoes that were so
successful, Noosa Reds bought the business and two owners later, the
‘grandfather of tomatoes’ is back growing
cherry, conchita and tradiro tomatoes
to supplement the company’s
increasingly popular produce.
Both Noosa Reds and Nigel’s
Rosehill Farm varieties are
available at the Noosa
Farmers Market every Sunday,
but be early. And don’t forget
cold temperatures lessen the
flavour of tomatoes so don’t
store them in the fridge.
Sardines in vine leaves with cherry tomatoes and olives
From My Grill by Pete Evans, published by Murdoch Books RRP $49.95
Wolf Blass Veraéthe refreshingsummer red...
Veraé is a delicious light-bodied, fruity
red wine with an array of luscious red berry
fruit flavours and delicately spritzed. Unlike
more traditional red wines Veraé can be
served chilled, encouraging this new
refreshing wine to be consumed
throughout the summer, broadening the
usual drinking occasions for red wine.
Vibrant magenta in colour, with a
beautiful berry coulis of fresh raspberry,
mulberry, red cherry and ripe strawberries.
Whilst recommended Veraé is served
chilled, between 4-6°C, it has the versatility
to also be enjoyed at an ambient
temperature.
Served straight from the ice bucket as a
pre-dinner starter, Wolf Blass Veraé is perfect
on its own for a warm summer’s day, or as
an accompaniment to tapas, an antipasto
platter or fine Asian cuisine. Veraé also pairs
well with fruity desserts like summer
pudding, strawberries and cream, or an
exquisite selection of after-dinner
chocolates. RRP $17.99
Voyager Estate 2007Chardonnay
The wine presents a pale straw with
tinges of fresh green. A classically elegant
Margaret River chardonnay with grapefruit
characters, fig, dried pear and stone fruit.
Added to this are creamy nutty notes and a
noticeable minerality. RRP Available
November.
Hesketh has the right 'Proposition' for
the McGrath Foundation...
The Hesketh Wine Company
is delighted to become a
Corporate Friend of the
McGrath Foundation, with a
percentage of all sales from
'The Proposition' sparkling pink
and 'Hidden Garden'
Sauvignon Blanc assisting with
the support of women with
breast cancer and their
families.
A proportion of the sales
from every case of The
Proposition and Hidden Garden will go to
the McGrath Foundation, and the wines will
be served at major McGrath Foundation
events, including the Ladies High Teas
throughout Australia during Breast Cancer
Awareness Month in October.
The Proposition and Hidden Garden are
distributed through Fine Wine Partners and
are widely available from cafes and
restaurants and fine wine retailers
throughout Australia.
NOBLE Return for aPatricia Favourite...
Marking 75 years since the presence of
Botrytis Cinerea is thought to have been
discovered in Australia, Brown Brothers has
released a world class Noble Riesling under
its flagship Patricia label.
Requiring notoriously fickle weather
conditions to be at its best, Noble
Riesling has been missing from the
Patricia range since the much revered
2002 vintage, making this 2006 release
one to be savoured.
“Brown Brothers has had a long
association with Botrytis going
back to 1934 when it is believed
my father (John Charles Brown)
became the first winemaker to
recognise the presence of ‘Noble
Rot’ in Australia,” said Brown
Brothers CEO Ross Brown.
Although sceptical at first, the
domestic wine industry
eventually confirmed
he was right, paving
the way for John’s
eldest son, John Graham
Brown, to produce Australia’s first
Noble Riesling in 1962.
“This year marks the 75th
anniversary of that initial
discovery and it seems
fitting that this outstanding
wine be released under a
label named in honour of
my father’s beloved wife –
Patricia,” added Ross.
Displaying classic
Botrytis characters like
stewed apricots,
butterscotch, honey,
marmalade and citrus, the
2006 Patricia Noble Riesling
(RRP $34.95) is highly
decorated with 3 Trophies
and 5 Gold Medals to its
name
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wine & drinks
The Aust ra l i an WineEncyc loped ia
by James Halliday (Hardie Grant
$59.95)
James Halliday is the unmatched authority on
Australian wine. His witty and informative
writing has captivated readers for more than
forty years and has acted as the benchmark for
wine writers across the country and, indeed, the
world.
With more than 800 meticulously researched,
authoritative entries on everything from the
personalities involved in the evolution of wine
and the great estates that have filled the
country’s cellars to the viticulture, climate
and natural challenges posed by the regions
from east to west, this book investigates,
articulates and ultimately celebrates all that
makes up the Australian wine landscape.
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by James Halliday (Hardie Grant $34.95)
In the number one bestselling guide to wineries and
wine in Australia, which is eagerly anticipated by
winemakers, faithful collectors and wine lovers, Halliday
shares his extensive knowledge of wine via detailed tasting
notes, each of which includes vintage-specific ratings and
advice on optimal drinking, as well as each wine’s closure,
alcohol content and price. He provides important details
on wineries - including opening times, contact details,
vineyard sizes and web addresses – in addition to
biographies on each, and information about the
winemakers.
Features include: tasting notes for 5884 wines; 148 new
wineries; profiles of 1467 wineries; the best of the best by
variety; ten dark horses; vintage rating charts; regional
index showing availability of food, accommodation,
music events and cellar-door sales; a full-colour map of
the wine regions; and expert ranking of wineries
throughout Australia with the winery of the year
going to Tyrrell’s.
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Already available in five
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You can use it indoors
or out - for chilling or
serving - or as an original and colourful
gift. The light-weight tchillbag is a fun
and useful accessory for a dinner at
home, a picnic in the park, taking to your
favourite BYO, or to a BBQ with friends.
Simply put in your chosen bottle and
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Prosecco The perfect ‘aperitivo’ to a
new year...
Brown Brothers has added a
classic Italian wine to its
innovative sparkling portfolio
with the release of its first
Prosecco.
Ideally served as an
‘aperitivo’, Brown
Brothers 2008 Prosecco
is a light and delicate
sparkling wine offering
aromas of citrus, apple
and pear, and a fresh,
crisp palate with tight
natural acidity.
“The Italians treat
Prosecco as the perfect
way to start a meal and
we believe that
Australia, with its ever
growing love affair with
good food and wine, is
more than ready to
embrace a drink like this,” said Brown
Brothers’ CEO Ross Brown.
Like Pinot Grigio, Prosecco is at its best
when grown in cooler regions and picked
early to retain the high acidity and crisp
flavours most commonly found in wines from
north-east Italy. Accordingly, the grapes for
this wine were grown in the cooler climes of
the family-owned company’s Banksdale
vineyard (485m above sea level) in the
upper King Valley.
Although delicious on its own, this
wine is also great with light ‘dinner
starters’ such as fresh oysters, pan fried
scallops with lemon dressing or even
a selection of sushi and sashimi.
Brown Brothers 2008 Prosecco is
available at selected on premise
venues, fine wine outlets and Brown
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the tradition continues to
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Southern Comfort was
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unique taste of Southern
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fruit and spice flavours.
Southern Comfort or 'SoCo' as
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generation of consumers, has
become a fun choice when
good friends create legendary
nights together.
In keeping with tradition but mindful of a
new generation of top-shelf connoisseurs,
Southern Comfort Reserve provides the perfect
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Although a generation of Baby Boomer
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change of direction (don't worry the original is
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to its smooth, luscious taste and easy
drinkability.
The addition of the full-bodied oak
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blessing in disguise for Southern Comfort
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wearing one piece of exquisite jewellery has more impact than severalsmaller pieces.
The cocktail ring is an important eye-catching piece, designed to make astatement with whatever you are wearing; whether it’s a basic little blackdress, or a colourful whimsical creation. By adding a cocktail ring you
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Moringal oil, white truffle, fruit and flowerenzymes, mushrooms and caviar are someof the ingredients adding lusciousness to thelatest beauty treatments.
Spa aficionados concur that Noosa is heaven-on-earth for
totally different spa experiences. Imagine the world's most
exclusive beauty treatments. In the luxurious, calming
environment of the Sheraton Noosa Resort’s Aqua Day Spa,
tension and stress float away as the focus is on indulgence and
rejuvenation. Guests call it heavenly; therapists call it the Art of
Beauty.
Embracing the philosophy based on healing through water or
Sanitas Per Aquas, the Aqua Therapy Centre is set in a private
outdoor courtyard with a walk-through area offering a world of
aqueous well-being with a range of hydro and resistance
pressure treatments.
There are eight multi-purpose treatment rooms including one
for couples, a relaxation area, steam room and an inclusive range
of over 60 face and body treatments for men and women, from a
Thalgo toning body wrap to a hot stone massage, therapies such
as reflexology and products to soothe the mind, body and soul.
Undoubtedly the piece de resistance in beauty rituals is the
Swiss super deluxe, La Prairie caviar firming treatment. A gentle
back massage is a welcome pre cursor before attention turns to
the face and eyes with a two-phase caviar mask requiring
questions while the hands and arms are being drenched with
more luxe cream. Yes the caviar pearls, which pop open when
massaged into the skin do contain caviar – Beluga in fact with the
serum and splashes of myriad other La Prairie potions filling,
firming, removing puffiness and dark circles and working miracles
on fine lines and wrinkles, giving a younger, healthier, more
luminous look.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, life at Ikatan Tropical Day Spa
is at a slower pace. Therapists literally have time on their hands to
celebrate nature by giving authentic
Balinese treatments using traditional
ingredients practiced by cultures since
the 17th century.
Spring is the perfect time for two
hours of relaxing starting with an exotic
hibiscus and raspberry leaf body scrub and wrap. Hibiscus is
blended with raspberry leaf and traditional ingredients to
exfoliate dry skin, then combined with a nourishing milk protein
base to hydrate and soothe. While cocooned in the wrap, enjoy a
scalp massage. A body massage with Ikatan’s signature Balinese
Calm massage oil, leaves the body relaxed, the skin silky smooth
and the mind? That’s guaranteed to be far away.
Spa-liciously spa-tacular
The treatment concludes with a facial using
Elemis’ combination of detoxifying Moringal oil
from Africa, white truffle, fruit and flower enzymes
such as extracts from rose, hibiscus, papaya,
strawberry and kiwi fruit plus organic
essential oils. Because of the high level of
active ingredients, results are visible
immediately.
Looking for an oasis
of serenity? Soak up the
simple pleasures of
Sensaura, tucked away at
Bay Village in the heart of Hastings
Street.
The day spa has been created as a
soothing haven where the stresses of
everyday life simply melt away and designed to
revive the body, clear the mind and replenish the
soul.
Treatments range from therapeutic massage and
reflexology to body scrubs and facials. The
therapists know all the very best ways to pamper
from every muscle to the fingertips, so you’ll be
positively glowing inside and out. They happily tailor
treatments to suit and the level of comfort and care
is second to none.
Manicures and pedicures are provided on the
tropical-style balcony, surrounded by flowering
plants. Totally relax with a herbal tea or lounge with
friends.
Saya’s natural skin care range has been
developed in Noosa
by Saya McDermott, a fully qualified beauty
therapist who has extensive knowledge of natural
therapies such as aromatherapy. Saya is rich in plant-
based ingredients, designed to hydrate, soften,
smooth, improve the overall appearance of the skin
and help protect the skin from the environment.
The company headquarters in Gateway Drive
Noosaville, is now home to beauty rooms for
treatments and services such as massages, facials,
waxing, brazilians, permanent makeup, gel and
acrylic nails, spray tanning, eyelash extensions,
tinting, manicures and pedicures. It’s a unisex salon
and couples are welcome.
Urban Calm is a tranquil, beautiful space in
Gibson Road, which has been architecturally
designed by Frank Macchia, constructed with eco-
friendly materials and the focus is onto a
breathtaking private courtyard.
The intention of the centre is to provide an oasis
in the urban jungle, where anyone can learn simple
techniques to calm the mind, promote wellbeing
and give contentment to lives.
The key components of Urban Calm are: Stretch
@ Urban Calm – a variety of yoga classes, meditation
group, workshops and courses plus tai chi
workshops and classes; Meet @ Urban Calm, an
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The Noosa Spa, Noosa’s original purpose-built day
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Aveda Chakra balancing massage
The concept of Chakra comes from Ayurveda, the ancient healing art of
India. These seven energy centres are located along the spine and can be
thought of as personal growth centres that connect the subconscious with
the physical body. The Chakra balancing massage seeks to create harmony in
the Chakra system using a variety of massage techniques including deep
tissue and foot reflexology.
The Noosa Spa, Noosa’s exclusive stockist of Aveda, is offering a blissful 60
minute Aveda treatment for just $90. Mention Noosa Style magazine and you
will receive a Chakra body mist for $25. That’s 50 per cent discount.
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New Zealand’s Maori ancestors were
the first to identify the healing
properties of Manuka and some of
their remedies and tonics are still used
today. It is the honey produced from the
Manuka flower that has proven to be the
greatest discovery, and in 1981, New
Zealand biologist, Professor Peter Molan
discovered the exceptional antibacterial
and healing properties of Manuka honey.
Pure Manuka honey is now considered a
natural wonder. It is antibacterial,
antimicrobial and antiviral. It is also an
antioxidant that can help to increase vitality
and immunity.
In Australia, recent research by the Sydney
University's School of Molecular and
Microbial Biosciences confirms that some
special health honeys can destroy the
antibiotic resistant super-bugs that are
killing patients in hospitals around the
world.
For the last 18 months, Professor Molan
and his team at the NZ Honey Research
Unit, have been refining testing methods to
identify and rate the potency of different
Manuka honeys. “Unfortunately neither the
words ‘active Manuka honey’, nor some
rating numbers, necessarily mean it’s the
right sort of honey for super-bugs and
some other conditions," “The new method
will give specific values to a natural
substance with natural variability.” he says.
. Manuka honey and Watson & Son
honeys are now being used by Professor
Molan to develop the new testing system.
Watson & Son Manuka honey can be
applied to the skin as a balm, or taken orally
to help to soothe the throat and digestive
tract. It can also be eaten like other honey
products to help to maintain general
health. The honey is not only unique in its
potent healing properties, it also tastes
delicious.
Watson & Son Manuka honey has just
been launched in Australia and is now
available at selected pharmacies and health
food stores nationally. There are four
strengths, ranging from 5+ to 20+ (see table
below). RRP starts at $11.95 for a 250gm jar.
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Since Deborah Baker, the creator and
designer of Abakus, made the sea-change
from Sydney four years ago, going from the
corporate world to the creative, she hasn't looked
back.
With a background in graphic design, Deborah
lived in Tokyo for four years and spent 10 years
working for a Japanese Airline - hence her passion
for all things Japanese.
Colour, light and space are key elements in all
Abakus’ design work. “The collection of handcrafted
clothing and accessories is designed as wearable
art,” explains Deborah, whose garments are made
on the Sunshine Coast by five employees who do
everything from pattern making through to finished
sewing production.
“Inspired by the beauty of nature, oriental
sojourns and sea-change, Abakus products reflect
individual expression and escapism through
wearable art. I use Japanese fabrics in the garments
to add tailored lines and give a quirky twist.”
The latest Kyoto Dreaming collection was
inspired by her recent time in Japan’s ancient capital
of Kyoto. “The beauty of the Zen gardens, exquisite
nature plus the lovely local girls in their colourful
summer Yukatas, parading along the river in the
Gion area, the heartland of Japanese Geishas, were
my main inspiration.
“My passion is making women look and feel
good, and to see how confident
wearing my clothing makes them feel is so
gratifying.”
Abakus’ new store is at the Eumundi Square
shops next to the Eumundi Markets or shop on-line
at www.abakus-design.com
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Koningens find paradisein Bruges...V
ibrant colour, texture and raw energy are the
signature marks of Norwegian-born
international artist Svein Koningen, who
spent his childhood in Amsterdam, was educated
in Australia and lived in Noosa with Dianne before
heading overseas for six months. That was in 2005.
Why did you leave Noosa?
We decided on a six month sojourn in the
Charente region of France as Svein always wanted
to spend time in Europe to reconnect with his European background.
The Charente house was such a nightmare we didn’t spend one night there, instead driving around
northern Europe with snowfalls and zero temperatures feeling lost and lonely. We headed for London
and stopped overnight in Bruges, Belgium, not the usual European romantic notion we Australians
think of when moving to Europe but it’s only three hours from London, Paris and Amsterdam and has
a wonderful lifestyle. It feels like a little island in Europe. Heritage listed, Bruges is similar in size and
tourism numbers to Noosa plus the Flemish really appreciate art and are some of the biggest buyers
of it in the world.
Fond memories of Noosa?
We arrived unknown with seriously bold bright abstract art that was well accepted by the locals.
We loved the early morning walks with Remi down at the Noosa River, meeting up with other dog
lovers and having breakfast at Sierra Café, before dog rules were enforced.
The National Park with its koalas, dolphins and fabulous birdlife is just the most beautiful place in
the world and we have some wonderful friends who we plan to visit this Christmas, including Penny
del Castillo who’s also our agent commissioning and selling the work to both commercial and private
clients.
Was it Noosa where Svein's art really became noticed?
When you become a professional artist at midlife there is no book to tell you what to do. So we
were very naive and basically thought you paint, exhibit and sell, but then the reality sets in. We were
lucky enough to get into the Eumundi markets, which gave us immediate feedback plus we also met
the most amazing people who were looking for something different, bought paintings and some
have even become life long friends. The time came to have a studio from where many paintings were
sold to private buyers and commissions taken such as the one at Pilu, (where Sirocco now is).
How’s life in Bruges?
It’s a city of bikes and walking which transpires to a more intimate community. Living in the middle
we go for days without using the car. This summer has been spectacular – stunning long nights, loads
of music concerts. Last winter was dreadful with dreary grey wet days seemingly lasting for months.
Living in the centre of Europe allows us to travel to Paris for a day, Amsterdam or Cologne to see
exhibitions or to say Vauclause in northern Provence or Tuscany for inspiration for the Wilderness
series, one of which was sold to a couple from Adelaide. Having such a huge art market here also gives
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us motivation. Next trip will be Morocco, then Syria or Iran.
Describe your current work.
An exhibition called Shine, combined with local sculpture opens mid
September at a public art space in Roeselare, a nearby town and Quintessence
‘09 in October is in the wonderful medieval space of the Bruges Belfry with
four other local artists. The Belfry is the tower featured in the movie In Bruges.
We have a permanent exhibition at the Dukes Palace Kempinski Hotel with
good sales and recently large paintings have been sold to clients in
Melbourne, The Hague, London, Dubai, Paris and locally. I work in acrylic. The
large works are about 1.5m x 2m or a triptych is up to 2.4 metres long.
Describe life outside art.
When Dianne is not busy working on the art marketing, the web site,
graphics, the sculpture garden, running the gallery six days a week, and
dabbling in photography as this region is so picture perfect, we have little
spare time although we recently managed two weeks in Tuscany.
There’s music on our doorstep so I go to concerts, Dianne loves to catch up
on shopping at the amazing summer and winter sales, and we jump in the car
and head off to Lille, just over the French border, for a fabulous Parisian style
bistro lunch or head off to the northern beaches of France for some fresh sea
air.
Our dog Remi has been very ill this year so winter skiing or travelling was
not an option. Instead lots of walking and day trips. Remi is now back to normal
and having a wonderful café lifestyle which is very dog friendly
What about the future?
I cannot imagine not painting, having an open gallery, meeting people who
love my work, exploring new places which provides constant inspiration.
Ideally the future would be four months in Australia, four months here and four
months on a sub tropical island somewhere. But I did say ideally.
Svein & Diane Koningen with Remi
DID JOCELYN AND RAY SMITH SEECHANGE AFTER THIRTY YEARS OFCALIFORNIA-DREAMIN’ HUSTLE-
BUSTLE? YOU BETCHA.
There’s nothing like a love story to set the
scene. Jocelyn was on her way back from
Australia to see her parents in South Africa
via California, London and Paris but only got as
far as Los Angeles, arriving in time for a Christmas
party at her brother’s house in Laguna Beach. It
was there she met Ray.
“Kapow, it was electric,” recalls Jocelyn who
like Ray was a young, struggling student. “He was
at the Art Center studying industrial design and
I designed and made clothes from hand-painted
silk for a boutique in Laguna Beach. We married
and lived in LA for 30 years.”
Jocelyn’s first encounter with Australia was for
three years in 1973, enjoying the surfing culture
of Whale Beach and Palm Beach, north of Sydney,
sharing a beach house and meeting the crew
from Tracks magazine, many of whom are still
friends today.
Ray formed a
product design
company in Pasadena,
California, designed
consumer products for
the appliance,
professional audio,
office/task seating, and
spa industries. “Plus
some amazing
entertainment theme
park rides for Universal
Studios such as the
Back to the Future the
Ride, and the
Spiderman Ride, and
for Paramount Parks in
Las Vegas, Star Trek The
Experience,” says
Jocelyn, adding he’s also created corporate
branding such as the Quiksilver logo.
“I opened a fashion boutique on Melrose
Avenue, designing and making one-of-a-kind
outfits for LA socialites. What an exciting time -
both of us on the leading edge of design and
fashion.
“Our careers evolved and grew. I had a private
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division of Bodyglove,
travelling throughout Asia.
“LA in the 80s and 90s was a party.
We used to hang out at the Nucleus
Nuance jazz club/restaurant on Melrose
Avenue, see film stars, mobsters, top
musicians and going to Power Tool, an
underground multi-sensory happening at
the Grand Hotel in Lafayette Park.”
The Smiths lived in Echo Park, Silverlake,
found a run-down, bank-owned mid-
century house overlooking the city in Los
Feliz, renovated it into a magic hideaway in
the Hollywood Hills, spent 10 years in a
wonderful community and raised Molly who’s
now 15.
Susan Andrews, a realtor described the1950’s
modern California property which was lined with king palms and pine trees as:
“Sited on a knoll, up a gated driveway…an exquisite shangri-la retreat. The very
private mini estate features expansive tropical grounds, large pool with cabana,
incredible SE views of the city and an elegantly-styled residence which exuded an
exotic West Indies flair.”
When Molly was born, Jocelyn gave up the fast pace and high pressure of the
fashion industry and embraced the world of fairies: “I dressed Molly and her friends
in lavish fairy regalia and really enjoyed the re-emergence of childhood fantasies.
I had a small studio in our commercial building in Pasadena, where I made and
sold fairy clothing, art and memorabilia plus exotic crowns for moms’ special
occasions.
After thirty years the Smiths sought a sea-change, looking at the California
coast from San Diego to Santa Barbara, which was appealing, but Noosa was
better. “We visited Noosa in 2005 (Ray’s first time), enjoyed the character, charm,
surfing, beaches, forests and local style. We also visited Yillingup in WA and loved
that too. “We came back the following year, this time just to Noosa, with the idea
of maybe making it our future home. We liked the idea of bush/beach lifestyle,
explored the hinterland, returned to LA with a plan to return one day. That day
came sooner than we thought.”
On the outskirts of Noosa the Smiths found a Queenslander perched on 10
acres with rolling lawns, pool, rainforest, fairy glen and dam, however it was under-
sized for their needs. The “woodsy” look had to go and the new lavender kitchen
would hopefully meld into the renovations which would be in simpatico with
existing open-plan character.
They added a bedroom pavilion connected by a breezeway and continued the
verandah, the new shed will house their design studio and the rejigged living area
has morphed into a gallery-like space – perfect for their cleverly arranged,
amazing and eclectic collections of natural curiosities and furniture from all over
the world. Ray is working on strategic branding for local businesses, product
design for a company in WA and developing a line of hi-style, lo-tech products for
the food culture market.
Ray and Jocelyn have met a cool group of friends, enjoy having drinks at the
surf club and dinners at each others homes. The contrast to their past is dramatic.
They now live in a world of green with rich bird life and nature all around. The
atmosphere is relaxed, Ray wears boardies and flip flops to work and Jocelyn’s
theatre of dreams – her fairy studio is about to become a reality so Noosa girls can
become a queen or a princess, even just for a day.
It’s bye byeblues and helloto an artscapefilled withbeautiful andeclectic objectsfor enterprisingSarah Horell.
Marvelling at the
collection of art, fair
trade accessories,
retro furniture, soft toys, cards
made from recycled pianola
rolls, natural potions, jewellery,
pre-loved homewares and so
much more at Sarah Horell’s
sincdesigns in Peregian Beach,
Oscar Wilde’s aphorism ‘life
imitates art far more than art
imitates life’, rings loud and
very clear.
Initially Sarah wanted her own exhibition space however the reaction from
like-minded creative souls and the opportunity to think outside the square, had
her hooked on a feeling.
“I was always intimidated by galleries and loved the idea of having a place
where I could hang my works as well as a relaxed and friendly environment for
emerging artists to come and show their work,” says Sarah who’s a Virgoan, has
been an active blogger since 2005 and uses many mediums. “My current
collection is a mixture of soft pastels and acrylic called Mantras. It’s very graphic
and street-arty compared to other works which were produced when my
emotions were high and expressed whatever was happening at that time.
“The ‘Brain Waves’ collection was produced at then also, however despite
being well received, the sophistication of using black and white, tends to be
more appealing to visitors from the southern states.
“I also love to work with inks and old-style quills using heavy papers which
soak up the ink and bleed into the ridges.”
Making jewellery is also cathartic for Sarah with black agate, onyx, smoky
quartz and lava pieces displaying a distinctive tag of gorgeousness.
Sarah, scours op shops for books, jewellery and homewares that have been
preloved and are worth recycling. And when it comes to furniture everything
old is definitely new again: “I love op shopping for vintage/retro items. It’s fun
and (hopefully) financially rewarding.
I restore the furniture using environmentally friendly techniques such as water
soluble strippers and beeswax; dismantle it in my lounge room whilst dressed in
my PJs; pop on some DVDs; then sand, strip and polish away. A couple in Coolum
do the recovering using fabrics from my own ranges of soft furnishings.”
Other locals Sarah likes to foster include Deann Cumner, Leonie Sinclair, Sheryl
Herman, Connor Rigby, Julie Patterson and Neil Gilchrist.
“Neil’s involved with the
Peregian Beach Surf Club
and anything related to
Peregian Beach,” extols
Sarah, adding sinc is derived
from ‘Sarah Inc’, “Poetry
readings, sketching in the
dunes, playing his guitar
and singing in the
evenings…he’s a lovely
man and such a character.
He scratches onto whatever
paper he can find and as the
originals are far too
sentimental to part with,
prints are made and framed.
“Diana Harris is an amazing
woman. Always ready to
help and constantly looking
for new ideas. One minute
we’re talking and next she’s
off producing stunning
pieces. I stock her Scamps’
range of children’s soft toys
exclusively, ditto her Milk
range which uses indigenous fabrics and is designed to help babies and
toddlers with hand and eye coordination. Plus her stunning, light as a feather but
incredibly eye-catching earrings are made in her backyard from Melaleuca twigs
and hand painted rice paper.”
Doodlebugs’ creator and young mother Tani Klein was looking for a stylish
alternative to generic princess posters for her children’s room, so devised a series
of black and white paintings to stimulate a newborn bub’s senses. As a teacher
Tani was aware that newborn babies cannot see until they’re about six months
old, when they respond best to bold, contrasting colours and graphics thus
helping eyesight and brain development. These initial designs spawned the
Doodlebug line of children’s clothing.
Greg Drew’s Ajanta Cave scorched-finish silver jewellery is aptly engraved ‘just
gorgeous’; Gwen’s Black Button tea towels and napery are made with organic
linens while dress patterns and old pianola rolls are turned into cards; fair trade
items from Bangladesh include jute bags and baskets for a multitude of uses; the
Perfect Potion skin and body care range is the largest on the Coast;
photographic images by Gillian Cumming of her stay here in Noosa are
stunning; and Dinosaur Designs’ jewellery and homewares include the new
Funghi range.
Sarah has Keats and Wordsworth by her bed, is a dab hand in the kitchen
favouring fabulous stir fries and pasta dishes, and is committed to stocking items
with the utmost integrity hence her motto of Trading Ethically.
She is totally enamoured with life in the village and is looking forward to the
Peregian Beach Festival which co-incides with Mental Health Week and the free
hugs campaign. This has been embraced by other retailers, will remind everyone
to hug more and not to take life for granted.
Writer: Helen Flanagan
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SUMMER EXHIBITIONAnnie McDonald
Artist in ‘Fused Glass Jewellery’ & ‘Kiln Fired Glassware’
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You are invited to acollaboration and celebration
of a selection of - Paintings –Jewellery – Kiln fired
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At Unit 1, Peza Gardens, cnr. NoosaPde & Peza Crt, Noosa Heads.
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FROM ECCENTRIC TO EXPENSIVE, BIZARRETO BEAUTIFUL, EVERYTHING UNDER THE
SUN IS CONSIDERED COLLECTIBLE BYSOMEONE.
People are rediscovering collecting and you
don’t have to go to the Guinness World
Records - we’re surrounded by so many who
like to think it adds heart and soul to their lives.
Carol Munroe’s effervescent personality belies her
behind-the-scenes collectorama, although chatting to
her over a glass of wine you might be under the
impression that during her checkered career, she only
collected friends and colleagues. Such is her
magnetism.
Carol Silk as she was known, began in the fashion
industry in Melbourne, had a son, was a freelance
fashion designer, moved to Sydney as a fashion stylist
and production co-ordinator, lived on a yacht for five
years with hubby Robert, imported and retailed
antique furniture and artifacts from the East and
moved to Noosa in 2002.
Thirty years ago Carol says she started collecting
bears when her son Josh moved to Melbourne from
Sydney, to finish his last two years of schooling: “He left
me his bear and a couple of years later when Robert
and I had been sailing during the Christmas period, he
presented me with a small bear – not antique or old as
in pre-loved unfortunately, but on closer inspection I
found an antique heart ring tucked under its arm. It
was destiny. I was meant to collect bears.
“Two bears were given to us as wedding presents,
my favourite is an antique English bear bought at
auction in 1979 and my collection totals nearly 150.
This is about how many can be accommodated in the
large display cabinet made by Robert and located in
the garage. I think control was on his mind at the time
so no more room equals no more bears.”
Collecting dogs is another passion although the
‘breed’ has to be extra good looking with a
contemporary nature and because of varying sizes
and mediums ‘housing’ them has to be carefully
considered. Clutter is not in the vocabulary nor part of
the interior design of the Munroe’s home.
“Collecting dogs just evolved from a love of them,”
effuses Carol, whose favourite is definitely Mack, the
wonder dog heeler who must wonder where all the
bears and four-footed competition comes from,
although he’d much prefer a ball. “My Gordon Richards’
painting called Snowy, the Tin Tin dog is the favourite
for different reasons.
“Although my collecting days are well over…well
that is, except for my collection of ducks, birds and
many photo albums which showcase life from 1942
and is of course ongoing.
“I have never been able to part with any of my
collections. They all accompany us wherever we live.
They are so much a part of the family and I’ve never
been temped to sell, swap or exchange with other
collectors. It’s purely a personal thing that I love.”
bearing her soul....
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Noosa Classics - Noosavi l leshop 3, 5 g ibson road
noosav i l le ph 5474 1577
Cross Classics Menswear37 hast ings st reet
noosa heads ph 5447 3124
Noosa Classics - Hast ings Stlad ies wear 31 hast ings st reet
noosa heads ph 5473 5211
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A unique European appeal...The Village Square offers a variety of discovery options for both quality
retail therapy and gastronomic enjoyment. A unique collection of shops
and cafes are carefully positioned around a newly constructed square
village green. With a stage at one end and bounded by tropical Pandanus
trees and surrounded by additional landscaping and new shopping
complexes Peregian Beach has truly become a shoppers hidden secret. And
all within easy walking distance of the beautiful, patrolled Peregian Beach.
Evo l ve -mum.baby.home
Evolve mum.baby.home is an original and refreshing concept store in the
heart of Peregian Beach, which has established itself as the only place to go
for beautiful baby wear, children’s clothing and pregnancy fashion for the
new league of yummy mummies! You will find the lush soft leather bags
from Arminee & Frank and the stylish summer fashion from Soon
Melbourne will brighten the most sleep deprived mummy looking to keep
her style stakes at the swing set. Evolve-mbh is also a selected stockists of
Big by Fiona Scanlan, Sudo, Munster, vintage Teapony and Chookleaf hand
made leather shoes. They are also the Sunshine Coasts exclusive stockists
of the super stylish Oeuf range of cots, the new stunning range of cot-linen
from Dwell, New York and the essential luxury of Babu from NZ. Once you
have styled up your bump with the help of Mesop, Morgan Marks, Ripe and
Szabo you’re ready to indulge in some seriously beautiful offerings from our
favourites Elk Accessories and the quirky Dick & Dora! And because you
deserve a break your little one can play blissfully in the enclosed play area
provided by the thoughtful girls at Evolve-mbh.
S incdes ign
Is passionate about representing artists, designers and brands that fulfill
their aim and purpose to Trade Ethically. They provide encouragement and
feedback by supporting artists and designers, so that they may experiment
and explore their boundaries to help create items that are unique,
functional, and of the highest quality - all without losing their integrity.
The ‘Gallery’ is tucked away off the square and provides a platform for
emerging artists to show their collections in an environment that is warm,
relaxed and fun.
sincdesigns primary emphasis is on products that are totally
original. Contributing to what is now the Peregian Design Hub - they offer
decorating and design advice and can help you to see your own ideas
come to fruition.
This ever changing space is an experience and reminder that it is still
possible to appreciate and purchase items with integrity as well as
supporting this new group of producers who are determined to trade
ethically whatever the cost.
South Pereg ian Trad ing Company
This is one local business whose efforts to support young regional talent
is paying off. This boutique is full of fun local designers' clothing, jewellery
and soft home furnishing offerings. Owner Vicki Lemarseny is passionate
about showcasing local talent, and now runs regular 'meet and greet'
nights to give those who purchase or show interest in a particular designer
the chance to sip some bubbles, nibble on savouries, and discuss and view
HANDMADE JEWELLERY AVAILABLEFROM SOUTH PEREGIAN TRADING CO
peregian beach
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their latest collections. A discount even applies on the night usually. The first
Friday night function was held recently, to showcase one of the Top 10
Melbourne Cup Fashions on the Field winning designers MiMi First and
proved very successful. Vicki will also be running her popular night courses
through Winter. The first four scheduled classes include, life drawing, French,
Italian & knitting. You can register your interest in-store.
Wahoo sea food and en jo y
Pleas from Peregian Beach locals to the owners of Wahoo Seafood have
paid off. After seven years of dishing out the best takeaway including
crumbed calamari and fish cakes, Nicole and John Siljuk have expanded
and added a sixty-seater restaurant and bar which is open for lunch and
dinner every day plus breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. An 80 year-old
Pandanus tree graces the alfresco dining area.
Three chefs ensure everyone from gluten intolerant and vegetarian to
non seafood eaters are catered for; daily specials take advantage of picked
or caught-today produce, and at lunchtime expect light options such as
steamed mussels, and wraps with smoked salmon or lamb fillet, in addition
to more hearty dishes.
Pereg ian Beach Hote l
Family friendly is the key words for the Peregian Beach Hotel, the
contemporary design of the hotel makes a welcoming place to sit and relax
and enjoy some great food with friends and family. New to the hotel are
their boutique style liquor outlets trading as Liquor @ Your Local.
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The i dea lAuss ie dogis d i f f e ren t
fo r menand
women.
Researchers at
Melbourne’s
Monash University
have confirmed what
many dog owners might
respectfully suggest they
already know: the ideal
companion dog is friendly,
obedient, healthy, good with children, fully house-
trained - and affectionate to its owners.
But dig a little deeper, and researcher Ms Tammie
King, says that significant differences exist between
what men and women considered the ideal dog.
“Women preferred male dogs, are willing to
spend more time grooming their ideal dog and
want a calm and compliant dog. Men preferred
female dogs, are likely to spend more money to
maintain their ideal dog and are looking for a dog
that is energetic, faithful and protective. Men also
wanted larger dogs and preferred purebred dogs
that are physically impressive to look at,”
“I am not about to enter the minefield of what
this might say about men or women - but it was
statistically significant across the 877 research
participants,” Ms King said.
Other findings from the research included:
The type of dog (purebred, mixed or designer
breed) was unimportant to 42.9% of respondents,
although 40.6% indicated that their ideal dog would
be purebred, while mixed breeds were preferred
(12.8%) over designer dogs (3.0%);
Over three quarters of respondents (75.8%) said
that their ideal dog would be acquired as a puppy;
Overall, the most popular hair type for dogs was
short and straight (29.0%), but 23.0% of people said
that hair type was unimportant;
Most people (64.7%) said that the dog’s coat
colour was unimportant; 39.7% of respondents
wanted a medium size dog of 10 to 20 kg, with large
dogs coming second at 27.3%;
Just over a third of respondents (35.1%) indicated
the cost to maintain their ideal dog was
unimportant but almost as many (33.6%) indicated
their ideal dog would cost between $11 to $20 a
week to maintain;
The vast majority of
participants (78.9%)
indicated they would
prefer to spend
between 16 and 60
minutes exercising
their dog per day;
75.5% said they
wanted to spend
between 1 and 30
minutes grooming
their ideal dog per
week; and most
respondents (66.4%) wanted their ideal dog to be
desexed.
According to the Petcare Information and
Advisory Service (PIAS), these results match with
recent research that identified Australia’s most
popular breeds and size of dog.
“In 2006, the National People and Pets Survey
identified Australia’s top three dog breeds as the
Kelpie, the Border Collie and the Maltese and 43% of
dog owners in the survey owned medium size
dogs,” said Susie Willis from PIAS.
“The research actually reveals some key issues
that we believe could improve the relationships
owners have with their dogs,” said Ms King.
“Many participants listed obedience as a key
characteristic for the ideal dog but only 3.6% of
people listed trainability as an important
characteristic, while around 20% of participants
believed that some dogs could not be trained. We
found this rather surprising as all dogs can be
trained to some extent, and there is a direct link
between the amount of training an owner does and
the obedience of a dog.
“Educating dog owners about the characteristics
of different dogs and their behaviours is likely to
help reduce the incidence of problem behaviours,
such as separation anxiety, destructiveness or
aggression. It is also likely to increase owner
satisfaction and reduce the number of dogs
relinquished to shelters,”
“The research clearly showed that the Australian
public does not judge a dog primarily by its physical
characteristics. We were heartened to see that
behavioural characteristics, as well as health, are
recognized as important in determining the ideal
dog for most people,” Ms King concluded.
Men are from Mars, Women from Venus
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Whilst tourist shopping strips are
geared towards a tourist’s every
holiday need; it is local knowledge
that can really make your shopping experiences
special.
Noosa’s oldest shopping precinct, Noosa
Junction, harbours secrets galore, with many of
its local traders having served the Noosa
community for years and years.
Holidays are always the best time to indulge
you passion for shopping, when you have both
the time and the inclination to wander and
browse.
The Junction - as it is lovingly referred to by locals, is full of shopping gems,
such as Paul Austin Jewellers, where you should allow time to view the whole
collection, many of them exquisite, affordable one-off pieces, created by Paul. The
shop is also an agent for the beautiful Pandora collectable range.
And holidays are the perfect time to fine tune that new look you’ve been
thinking about, and you will find a range of specialist beauty services, within this
peaceful village setting that encourage relaxation, whilst enhancing your visual
appearance.
L O U L O UShop 30, Noosa Fair
Lanyana WayNOOSA HEADSPh 5447 4610
Shop 1B, Cnr Arcadia Walk& Sunshine Beach RdNOOSA JUNCTION
Ph 5449 2662
VersAeroWyseMoshiGitaneMesop
MetalicusPing PongPhilosophyAccessories
Katie HoskingMichael Ridley
Howard ShowersGabrielle FratteniTummy Tuck Jeans
PAUL AUSTINJEWELLERS
Sunshine Beach Road NOOSA JUNCTION(opp. Noosa 5 Cinemas)Phone 5447 2404
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Noosa Junction (opp. cinema) - open 7 daysPh 5474 9722
Swimwear
• Seafolly • Baku • 2Chillies • Jets • Jantzen
Large selection ofone pieces availableChlorine ResistantNew season’s stock in-store now!
noosajunction
Mermaids Swimwear
the fashion precinct...
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CASA NOOSANow that you’re feeling on top of the world, why not visit the showrooms of
Casa Noosa Interiors and take a look at this season’s latest trends in furnishings
and designer pieces. From tropical to contemporary, a simple lamp to a tailor-
made bar, or soft furnishings and that perfect gift - they have it all.
With the Junction’s constantly evolving persona, new traders are always
finding the area a great place to move to. Here you will find an eclectic range of
decorator items, lamps, flowers and goodies to create a wonderful shopping
experience.
OH SEW NOOSAOh Sew Noosa offers a full
range of beautiful fabrics and
patterns for every occasion,
from formals to children’s
wear; mother of the bride to
the latest fashion trends. The
friendly staff are always
willing to assist with any
request or design queries.
Of course, new shoes are a must on any vacation, so don’t miss the latest
‘must have’ shoes and boots in this season’s styles and colours at I Cherry Shoes,
where many of the shoe styles are unique to her own label. Also for those who
enjoy wearing Jewellery that challenges the eye and defies conventionality,
pieces that speak to and delight us the moment we lay eyes upon them.
SYMBOLIC JOURNEYTake the time to browse at Symbolic Journey, where you can replenish a city
worn out soul. Books galore including the new series of Ringing Cedars, crystals
and readings. Symbolic Journey also has the Australian Bush Flower Essences to
revive a kindred spirit
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Minx & Max
Princess fora Day BridalBoutique &Perfumery
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MERMAIDS SWIMWEARMermaids Swimwear has the most
diverse range of swimwear this
summer with a stunning array of
prints and styles to suit everybody.
At Mermaids you can mix and
match bikini tops and bottoms to
ensure the perfect fit. Their friendly
and experienced staff specialise
in fitting and helping people look
fantastic for their beach holiday.
Also in store is a great range of one-
piece swimsuits from sizes 10-18
including chlorine resistant and co-
ordinated clothing and accessories to complete the
picture. Have a great time selecting a swimsuit at
Mermaids
NEW LIFE FOR NOOSA JUNCTION...Be prepared to see some changes to Noosa
Junction in the coming months, as the newly
appointed committee of the Noosa Junction Traders
Association gets down to work on the issues that
matter to locals traders and residents. “The Noosa
Junction Traders Association is the ears and voice for
the people,” said newly
appointed Association president and
long time Noosa Junction trader James
Warner.
Already new fashion stores have opened
throughout the junction including menswear
retailers MOFO and Mensroom. The ladies are well
catered for with Moko owners also opening the
unique CP Shades store specialising in USA
imported linen casual wear.
MOFOmofo mens apparel is located in the heart of
Noosa at the Junction. mofo provides urban fashion
to the discerning customer. mofo was born out of a
lack of choice for anyone seeking an alternative to
surf brands. They are constantly looking for new and
edgy designs, and currently they have brands from
L.A - five four with its distinctive denim with an
attention to detail and eight x, beautiful decay, from
London duck and cover, and worn buy, also
Australian brands 3rd born, vanguard from bris
vegas, bjorn borg from Sweden , and accessories
from gwag a French brand, and hats by coal from
Seattle. For a look at the store and to check out some
of their brands go to www.mofoclothing.com.au.
LOU LOUWard off the chills this season at Lou Lou with
Mesops' range of winter treats. Layering options are
endless with Mesop and Metalicus, these brands offer
Cotton Wool and Bodytight. With the colder months
approaching us, Wyse bodywear i a luxurious garment
made with a delicate fabric known as modal, available
in leggins, dresses, skirts and tops, perfect for these cold
winter days at Lou Lou.
Symbolic JourneyShop 3/36 Sunshine Beach Rd
Noosa Junction Phone 5448 0166
noosajunctionthe fashion precinct...
OH SEW Noosa
Newtons Apple
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• f u r n i t u r e • h o m e w a r e s • g i f t s • c u s h i o n s“We are continually sourcing new products and designs to help you achieve an environment that best expresses your personal style.”
NEWCASA
CUSHIONSNOW OPEN
A HUGE SELECTION OF SHADES, SHAPES & SIZES
New range of ‘Islander’ white washed cane settings. Range includes: dining table, coffee table, side, bureaus, wicker chairs, bed heads.
8 Sunshine Beach Road Noosa Junction QLD 4567 Ph: 07 5447 3722 Open 7 days, Sat 10-4pm, Sun 10-2pm
www.casanoosainteriors.com.au
FURNITURE • HOMEWARES • CUSHIONS
Queensland Agents
Lotus RoseE M P O R I U M
Lotus RoseE M P O R I U M
15 Sunshine Beach Rd Noosa Junction p 5473 5443
Relaxed casual fashion... Noosa Style...
Light cottons, linen and silkup to size 22 for the
woman and for the men toXXL in cotton and linen.ART EXHIBITION AND LAUNCH
Surrounding ourselves with beauty in any form
serves as a reminder that life is not just about toil, it
is about living life and expressing joy. It also
reminds us that we too, are beautiful.
Julie Carrington, owner of The Jewellery Gallery
@ Carrington's, has truly taken this to heart as she
explores how many ways she can introduce beauty
and joy into the world around her via her innate
love of art in all its forms. The Jewellery Gallery
features artisans who dedicate themselves to
producing unique handmade jewellery designs
that can only be called ‘wearable art’. Julie has yet
again taken another leap into the world of showcasing amazing art pieces, as
The Jewellery Gallery becomes a launching pad for new and talented local
artists.
The Jewellery Gallery @ Carrington's is an experience of art in all forms,
beauty, inspiration and creativity. [email protected].
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• Gorgeous Wedding Gowns
• Bridal Accessories
• Individual Designing Available
• Beautiful Jewellery
• After 5 Evening & Formal Wear
• Lovely French Fragrances (mens & ladies)including Vera Wang, Chloe, Calvin Klein,
D&G, Boss
• Exclusive Stockists of Tina Jeffrey Jewellery
• Featuring French Designer Rubi Pesini &Australian Designer Matthew Eager
Princess for a DayBridal Boutique & Perfumery
Shop 1/16 Lanyana Way, Noosa HeadsTelephone: 07 5474 5548
www.princessforaday.com.au
all the must havesfor this spring…
• Samantha Wills• Charlie Brown• Moss & Spy
• Katherine
• Meredith• Sambag• Seduce• Verge
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm / Sat 9am-2pm
Shop 3/18 Lanyana Way NOOSA JUNCTION
(across the road from Coles, Noosa Fair)
Tel: 5447 3366
SKETAThe Sketa philosophy is simple. They start with
the most beautiful fabrics available, then create
concepts and designs to showcase them. Each
season, they produce an entire range that is both
unique and individual. They import all their wools
from Italy and linens from Belgium, as well as
some very unusual fabrics from France - but, all
the workmanship is totally Australian.
LOTUS ROSE EMPORIUMThe Lotus Rose label is NOOSA Style, practical,
relaxed, comfortable and affordable, with designs
for all age groups and genders. Produced in light
cottons, linen and silk up to size 22 for women -
and for the men to XXL in cotton and linen.
Other quality labels complementing our lifestyle
in stock include Ecowear, Summer, Soukad and
Sacred Collection.
Lasting treasures can also be found in a range of
sterling and ethnic jewellery.
Easily discovered opposite Westpac Bank Noosa
Junction - but never forgotten.
NEWTON'S APPLE PUZZLES GAMES & TOYS.Noosa's largest range of all the classic and latest
puzzles and games. Jigsaws (12pc to 9000pc),
Chess, Backgammon and Mah Jong. Kites, Frisbee's
Diabolos and much more. There is something to
entertain, educate, delight and create for all ages
from 2 to 102, creating fun and wonderful
memories with family and friends. Newton's Apple
was previously known as iQ Puzzles and Games.
PRINCESS FOR A DAY BRIDALBOUTIQUE & PERFUMERY
A beautiful selection of wedding gowns, with
most available immediately. Many of the gowns
are 'one off’ creations and unique designs. Any
adjustments can be done within a few days. (You
don’t need to order a gown and wait months.) You
can also have your own individual gown designed
especially for you.
With an extensive range of wedding jewellery
and veils, and of course, the perfect fragrance for
your special day. They stock genuine French
fragrances that come directly from the perfume
Houses. Don’t forget your man and his favourite
fragrance either!
They also have a fabulous range of after-five
gowns, party dresses and a collection of smart
casual for the mother of the bride or groom, or any
special occasion outfit.
Stunning silks, beaded delicates, lace, cotton, linen & wool...Come in & discover aworld of finefabrics...
Shop 1, The Oasis Centre, Sunshine Beach Rd, Noosa Junction (opp ANZ Bank) Ph 07 5474 9799 www.ohsewnoosa.com.au
Australian designed and madeLimited quantities for the individual look
Quality accessories
Noosa Heads 22 Sunshine Beach RoadT 5474 8922 and stores throughout Melbourne
noosajunctionthe fashion precinct...
MINX & MATCHTo ease into the warmer months Minx & Max leads into Spring 2009 with
a classic colour palette of black and ivory with splashes of green and
watermelon. Think texture, and wonderful tactile fabrics which are combined
with size appropriate dressing and exciting accessories by Samantha Wills,
Sambag and Senso. With a reputation for quality and a point of difference
Minx & Max showcases proven labels such as Verge, Ashley Fogel and Merdith
whilst complementing your wardrobe with fashion forward labels
including Seduce, Katherine, Charlie Brown and Moss & Spy.
PAUL AUSTIN JEWELLERSHolidays are always the best time to indulge your passion for shopping, when
you have both the time and inclination to wander and browse.
The Junction - as its lovingly referred to by locals is full of shopping gems
such as Paul Austin Jewellers, where you should allow time to view the whole
collection, many of them exquisite, affordable one-off pieces created by Paul.
Paul Austin also has a fabulous selection of the beautiful Pandora collectable
range.
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Every niche of Evergreen is buzzing withenergy and filled with must-haves.
Some say Evergreen’s long meandering alley-way set on
slightly different levels is reminiscent of an Italian village.
Perhaps shades of Mexico. The elements of Balinese-style
architecture, artistically-twisted ironwork, and water features that
‘weep’ through black stone walls, drip via taps into ponds or
bubble from cauldron-like urns, also add flavour to the inward-
looking design.
Evergreen, which will
soon have an artists’ co-
op, is a destination that
will have you coming
back for more.
The natural style and
ambience make people
feel good. Wander
through, ogle at the
beautiful shops with
some merchandise
being displayed so temptingly near doorways, take in the aromas
and you’ll instantly embrace the village atmosphere.
Terracotta, mustard, sand and other earthy hues provide
backdrops for statues including buddhas and in Blue Ginger, the
restaurant’s dominant feature is an alung alung, which brings the
outdoors in.
Blue Ginger’s innovative quality was recognized at the
Restaurant & Catering Queensland Sunshine Coast Awards for
Excellence, winning the Best Informal Dining Restaurant award
and it’s easy to see why. From breakfast through to lunch every
day it powers, catering to all tastes and appetites from coffee,
cake and organic grain sour dough sandwiches to salads, risotto,
duck, salt and pepper calamari or fish of the day. Catering is also
a specialty.
Pam and Ray Miller from The Briary know about beautiful
things. Artist Pam trained at the National Art School in Sydney,
and has been painting for over 30 years. She often paints artworks
to match The Briary’s lounges, and works in with the customer’s
taste and style.
There are beautiful plants, especially roses. Not surprising, since
Pam and Ray had a huge rose nursery in country NSW and when
they came to Noosa, their roses and extensive knowledge came
too.
Beautiful lounges are a main feature. John, a local designer
makes them in the same tradition as the best craftsmen in
Europe. He builds the frames, hand ties the springs, adds the
foam and covers them in beautiful fabrics.
There’s also a range of vintage lounges which have been
lovingly restored to former glory.
Julie and Victor Ferdinando’s Suba Havana is a yoga and
meditation centre, where calming the mind, strengthening the
body and opening the heart are of paramount importance.
“Meditation is based on the ancient tradition of kashmir
shaivism - yoga of the self – a method for liberation and self
realization,” says Victor who also stocks inspirational books and
conducts weekly meditation programs, daily yoga classes,
monthly poojas and introductions to meditation programs.
“Keeping in touch with the inner self is the key to a happy life and
through meditation we continue to access the love, peace,
wisdom and bliss that resides within.”
When it comes to an Italian beauty spot, Rachella Battelini’s
heavenly fragranced, beautifully merchandised Via delle Erbe
has ‘it’. The exquisite Italian L’Erbolario herbalist skincare
products are synonymous
worldwide and especially in
Italy for effectiveness,
excellence, quality and
natural beauty.
“The range is
Treasure trove of life’s necessities...
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Chocol- ‘arte to the Max
Suba Hevana
L’Erbolario
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e shopping & dining heart of noosaville...
B R E A K F A S T &L U N C H - L I C E N S E D
cool, charming,creative, awardwinning...blue ginger cafe
Awarded ‘Regional Winner & State Finalist- Best Informal Dining Restaurant. (2009 Rest & Caterers Assoc. Qld)The team at blue ginger... offer fresh,healthy lifestyle experiences,combined inoutdoor alfresco dining, fine espresso andpatisserie & gourmet take home.
RELAXED - TRANQUIL- GARDEN DINING
Evergreen Lifestyle Centre95 Eumundi Noosa Rd Noosavillep 5470 2575
95 Eumundi-Noosa Road Noosaville - open 7 days a week - www.evergreenlifestyle.com.au
@ EVERGREEN CENTRE5/95 EUMUNDI-NOOSA ROAD, NOOSAVILLE
P: (07) 5440 5095 F: (07) 5474 4559E: [email protected] WWW.FOURROOMS.COM.AU
H O M E S - O F F I C E S - C O M M E R C I A L
INTERIOREXTERIORFURNITURE
FOURROOMS
Four Rooms offers an extensive range of Fabrics,Wallpapers, Blinds and Curtains, Lighting, Rugs,
Occasional Furniture and accessories along with Custommade Furniture using recycled kiln-dried Austalian Timbers.
Also FOUR ROOMS offers you the opportunity to designfurniture suited to your individual space.... plus Outdoor Furniture, Pots and Plants.
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95 Eumundi-Noosa Road Noosaville - open 7 days a week
the unique village shopping & dining heart
Meditation are based on the ancient tradition of kashmir shaivism,Yoga of the Self. A method for liberation and Self realisation. Keeping in
touch with the inner Self is the key to a happy life and through meditation we continue to access the love, peace, wisdom and bliss that resides within.
Vinyassa flow yoga, connecting the body and mind with the breath.
Contact us for our Weekly meditation programs and daily yoga classes.
Monthly pujas and introduction to meditation programs.
07 5449 [email protected]
Inspirational books, products and more instore.
Suba Hevanameditations and yoga centre
Calm the mind • Strengthen the body • Open the heart
As well as a delicious range of handmadeGourmet Chocolates. An exercise in sensory
indulgence. With exiting Decorator Art, Home &Giftwares.
We specialise in an eclectic mix of moreunusual pieces, from Mexico-Germany-
Poland.Outdoor Art & Garden Ware. Anna
Chandler Doormats.Hand-poured Glasshouse
premium candles, that capturethe mystery & beauty of
AustraliaThe theme is a pleasure
for the senses. Sight-Taste-Touch & Sound.
Come and explore.
Evergreen Lifestyle Centre 95 Eumundi-Noosa Rd Noosaville 4566P: 5455 6788 E: [email protected]
www.chocolartetothemax.com.au
More than just a Chocolate Shop...
Also available throughselected gift stores
nation-wideL’Erbolario is
exclusively distributed in Australia by:
Primex InternationalMarketing
Ph: 07 5474 0818Fax: 07 5474 0817
www.primexint.com.au ~ www.erbolario.com
“Via Delle Erbe”95 Eumundi-Noosa Rd Noosaville Q4566 • Ph/Fax: 07 5442 4738
"From L'ERBOLARIO'S Garden....Where Beauty Blossoms into Poetry"
Made in Italy
Never been Tested on Animals
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t of noosaville...
designed to promote a true and unforgettable L’Erbolario experience,” explains Rachella.
“All areas of personal beauty from facial beauty, bio-ecocosmetics and treatments for the
hair, for shaving and grooming, babies and children to special products for the home are
here. If shopping for a special gift we assist with the choice, guiding them through our
vast selection of perfumed body ranges and gift wrap them.” A mail order service is also
available.
Shopaholics to the fore. Heather Gunthorpe’s
colourful and funky Chocol’Arte has
homewares, gifts and chocolates that will have
you coming back for more.
Salivate over hand made chocolates
including hot lips filled with strawberry
ganache, woodworms with roasted macadamia
nuts, chilli truffles, Cointreau, strawberry
champagne, and lavender butterflys.
There’s Australian made ironing board covers,
quirky door stops, ceramics by local Valarie Willy,
hand-painted tiles of Australian tree frogs and
flowers by Sharon Thornton, children’s classic
toys and books, traditional Polish pottery,
placemats, throws, cushions, silk scarves,
jewellery, fragrance-personified candles and so
much more
Heather takes orders for weddings or will
create gift baskets for all budgets and
occasions.
When it comes to décor, Tim Bristow has the
indoors and al fresco sewn up. “At Four Rooms,
our aim is to understand your needs, tastes and
requirements so as to create an environment
that not only represents you, but achieves the
aesthetics you desire and is perfect for your
lifestyle,” enthuses Tim who thinks colour should not
be frightening, says imagination has no limitations
and loves to chat about his bamboo furniture, outdoor accessories, custom furniture,
artworks, plants, lighting including his handmade lampshades, rugs, bedding, bar stools, soft
furnishings, hand crafted tables, curtains, blinds, sofas, homewares such as glassware and
ceramics, gift ideas and fun cards, murals and wallpaper. Yes, it’s back especially decals
which not only transform a room but with a plethora of designs from contemporary and
floral to Japanese add another dimension to a room or complement existing artwork. Tim,
who has many catalogues of decals to choose from says adding one to a shower screen
can also be very effective.
crea te an env i ronment tha t no t on l yrepresents you , bu t ach ieves the
aes the t i cs you des i re and i s per fec tfo r your l i f es t y l e
...has beautiful things
• lounges & upholstery• featuring theCLUBlounge• artworks• homewares• roses & nursery
Evergreen Lifestyle Centre 95 Eumundi-Noosa RdNoosaville 4566
P: 54702451 E:[email protected] www.thebriary.com.au
www.theclublounge.com.au
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Four Rooms Interior Exterior
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Futuredirections S
ince completing his degree, young Melbourne
industrial designer Corey Baker gained
experience from an automotive clay modelling
career with GM Holden Design in Australia and the US,
and at Jaguar and Volkswagen Design centres in
Europe.
His passion for product design, furniture in particular,
led to the launch of Riva limited edition furniture this
year. “Working from my Essendon studio workshop, I
create limited edition commission designs with the
desire of bringing a refreshing personality and timeless
elegance to contemporary furniture through functional
designs with a sculptural visual presence,” explains
Corey whose bamboo Lofoten lounger design won the
award for VIVID Best Commercial Design 2009 at the
Furnitex exhibition and his Float Wine Dais design in
Australian recycled Jarrah was short-listed.
The Lofoten Lounger with laminated counter-
tension bamboo supports, is combined with stainless
steel features to create a strong yet visually lightweight,
striking sculptural lounger. Thoughtful fanned
positioning of these supports create the curvaceous
form, ensuring optimal comfort and vital lumbar
support.
Ecologically sustainable and renewable bamboo is
naturally oiled and complemented by intertwined
stainless steel features, making this versatile lounger
ideal for many environments. The lounger is designed
for indoor/outdoor room environments, however if
continually use outside it will require regular oiling.
The Float Wine Dais’ asymmetric yet balanced lattice
design provides the unexpected strength required to
support the 'floating' solid table. Allowing for random
positioning of wine bottles and other homewares, this
expressive piece employs both traditional and
innovative construction techniques.
The depth and rich beauty of the recycled Australian
Jarrah used in this piece is enhanced with a natural oil
finish and fine stainless steel detail.
EPSON HOME THEATREPROJECTORS ARE ALREADY
AUSTRALIA’S LEADERS INFULL HIGH-DEFINITION,
WITH A 34% MARKETSHARE, ALMOST DOUBLE
IT’S CLOSEST COMPETITOR.
The succes of it’s EH-TW1000 and
EHT-W2000 1080p projectors is
testament to the quality and value of
Epson’s 3LCD projectors technology,
bringing Bigscreen entertainment to
the home, with exceptional image
clarity and vibrant colours.
Epson’s latest arrival is the EHT-W5000
full-HD
audiovisual
projector
featuring
the
company’s
latest-
generation
D7 chip,
new and
exclusive “Deep Black” technology.
And for the first time they introduce
frame interpolation-introducing new
frames between the original Ones-to
produce the same exceptional
motion smoothness found in the
latest HD televisions.
After reviewing the EHT-W5000 for
the last 2 weeks, here at Fi Smart
Homes, we were amazed at just how
good a projector can be, and for just a
relatively low price. Colours are
breathtaking and the depth-of-field
has to be seen to be believed.
Just a brief outline of some of the
features are:-
3LCD technology-Delivers amazing
colour and detail. The three-chip
optical engine technology gives
optimum image quality with no
rainbow effect.
Deep Black technology –Together
with the new VA 3LCD panels, Deep
Black technology enables both high
brightness of 1600 lumens and
unprecedented contrast ratio of
75,000 to one. The light path has been
optimised and light spill minimised,
for a brighter and more accurate
image.
Frame interpolation- As with the latest
100Hz and 200 Hz televisions, the
Epson can add additional frames
between those of the original signal.
This can hugely improve smoothness
of motion, especially on detailed
scenes.
ISF certification- The Epson EHT-
W5000 has been built to the strictest
video standards, with professional
calibration tools,
ISF Cinema Day and Cinema Night
modes are available.
Lamp recycling program- One for the
greenies Epson Australia has
introduced a lamp recycling program-
for lamps of any brand. See
www.epson.com.au for more details.
At Fi we serve to bring you all the
latest innovative technology to make
both your music and video
experience that much more
enjoyable.
shining a light onhome cinema...
Building a new home orrenovating?Bring your plans in for a free consultation todiscuss your lifestyle options...Book a meeting in our showroom or on-site.
Sales + installationQualified in:• Design, Installation & Consultancy• Energy Management Systems• Lighting Control• Home Cinemas• Multi Room Audio• Structured Wiring• Control Solutions• Flat Panel TV• Hi-Fi
EQUIPMENT - CHAIRS - INSTALLATION
The HTS100 is available in two beautiful leather and leathermatched material finishes (brown and black), and manycomponents are offered to create any chair configuration forany home theater setting.Features include quality Leggett & Platt® reclining mechanismfor smooth, quiet, and durable reclining that only requires 3"of space behind the chair to fully recline. A unique hiddenfinger-tip control lever handles the reclining mechanism withease. Stainless steel removable cupholders are attractive andcan be cleaned easily. Real leather on all "touch surfaces" andleather matched materials with elegant tailoring from allangles makes the HTS100 beautiful from all sides and allowsfor placement anywhere in the room. Ingenious ergonomicdesign puts eyes at optimum viewing position regardless ofrecline position.
And the HTS100 is backed by a oneyear in-home warranty
The complete hometheatre specialists
showroom 3/3 gibson road noosavillep 07 5455 6300 f 07 5455 6377e [email protected] www.fismarthomes.com.au
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'HYDRA' 2100 X 1000 OUTDOOR DINING TABLEAVAILABLE IN TWO COLOUR WAYS 'CHARCOAL' &
'SANDSTONE'RETAIL $1950 SALE PRICE *$995
*NOT INCLUDING DELIVERY AVAILABLE FROM ADD+INTERIORS - NOOSAVILLE
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style plus x
When clients approached Warren Naylor to transform their new residence he was flattered. Starting
with a blank canvas and integrating old and new elements had been part of previous interior
design briefs. He felt immediately at home.
The masterpiece, designed by renowned Brisbane architect Richard Kirk, is part of Noosa’s Elysium enclave
where architecture is the key driver for the amenity and quality of the environment and the entire
development. Located on a ridge along the west of the development, with views to the rear into extant
landscape and golf course beyond, the topography allowed the garaging to occur below grade with living
spaces on the ground and sleeping spaces above.
Occupying the majority of the allowable building envelope, the house provides an internal focus visually
and functionally and the carved-out two storey volume in the centre allows volumes of light and ventilation
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throughout the interior. Seamless transitions on the lower level connect
living spaces, and the bedrooms and study on the second level, were
conceived by the architect as nests that float above the ground to
provide a bird’s eye view of below.
“It resembles a giant timber crate from the street and the exterior
view down the heated black-tiled lap pool shows the simple lines,” says
Warren whose company is Add+ Noosa. “The entire house is clad in
western red cedar which is low maintenance, will eventually turn a
wonderful silver colour and is offset by a restrained palette of zinc and
self-finished oxide renders.”
Cross-cut maple, shadow-line detailing and travertine floors softened
by striped Moroccan rugs, flowing from the front to the rear entrance
are low upkeep and augmented by only natural finishes and mostly
Add+ furnishings.
Mister Wolfhound loves to loll around in the north-facing living room,
which is dominated by a three metre Malibu sofa and a Japanese
Kuruma chest on wheels, that along with old wooden wheels on stands
in the winter room and modern calligraphy panels, have been collected
under Warren’s guidance, over a ten year period.
The central courtyard looks through to the family room and onto the
Pared-back interiorsblending Asian with
contemporary add upto a luxe yet liveable
oasis of calm.
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rear garden, and is dominated by an over-scale Sarita head. Rattan
Moon chairs surround antique solid bronze rain drums and are
adorned with bonsais, the outdoor table is from Add+ and the chairs
have the distinctive moniker of
Phillipe Starck.
Taking centre-stage in the
family room is a custom-made
sofa embellished by African mud
cloth cushions, a Circa 1820
Japanese stockhouse door which
Warren had converted to a coffee
table for displaying memorabilia
plus a rug which he also
designed.
In the master bedroom, the
custom-made Citi bed, dressed in
Westbury linen, and the Circa
1880 Dansu chests used as beside tables, give the appearance
of floating on the spotted gum polished floor boards.
The colour palette of black, white and brown epitomises
Warren’s design mantra of keeping it simple plus easy care,
luxe but liveable and always earthing contemporary with old.
ADD+ Noosa Warehouse
18 Action Street, Noosaville QLD 4566
Ph: 07 5449 9677
www.addplus.com.au
keeping it simple plus easy care,luxe but liveable and alwaysearthing contemporary with old
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SPECIAL SPRING ACCOMPANIMENTS...With warm Spring days and the sky a beautiful blue, why not invite a few of
your favourite friends around for a stunning morning or high tea?Villeroy & Boch introduces its own interpretation of Modern Classic with bonechina tableware series ‘Aureus’. Taking its name from Aurum – the latin word
for gold – this elaborate range uses a base of pale, grey green which is atraditional colour of porcelain in the Far East. Continuing the Oriental theme,intricate gold patterns weave across the porcelain, exuding a sense of luxuryand elegance. Finally, the service is decorated with scattered floral features in
vibrant bursts of pink, yellow and blue which lend a touch of harmoniousanimation to the overall design. RRP from $52.95
UNDER COVER...
Just in time for Spring and Summer parties and fun, al fresco dining opportunities.An exciting new concept has been designed and created by Oeke Designer MarketUmbrellas, that will enable you to create and outdoor space for your home that is
unique and reflects your style and taste.Oeke has released their first range of original, patterned umbrellas for both the
residential and commercial markets. Patterns can also be customised to co-ordinatewith fabrics and materials on commercial contracts (min 10),
For further information visit: www.oeke.com.au
Chinese antique furniture. Stone lanterns& bowls for exteriors & interiors.
Rugs & decorator accessories.17 rene street noosaville
open mon - fri 9 - 4, sat 9 -1phone 5474 2490
GNU CARGOimporters of beautiful things& individual feature pieces
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CHARLIE MOORE THRIVESON CHALLENGES. TO HIMNOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE -IT’S JUST ANOTHER DAY INTHE BUILDING INDUSTRY.SOME YEARS AGO TANIA
HINDMARSH PUT CHARLIETO THE TEST WHEN SHE
DESIGNED A HOUSE FORHERSELF AT ELANORA ON
SYDNEY’S NORTHERNBEACHES.
We hit it off straight away and now work as a fantastic team.” Thepartners in business as well as life, made the sea-change to Noosaeight years ago and built Namale (meaning ‘to live with passion’), a
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Next challenge: Sunshine Beach, known as a great area for long terminvestment, a fact backed up in the latest Property magazine, which ranked it inthe top five of the nation’s best performing suburbs.
“With beautiful beaches, a stylish air and great village vibe, we couldn’tthink of a better area. When the opportunity presented itself we decided to gowith it. “Each apartment has been masterfully designed to encapsulate anindividual mood,” explains Tania Hindmarsh about the two residences at WeybaOne Four and the two residences at 20 on Weyba. “Vibrant colours, gleamingfinishes, plus furniture and fittings sourced from around the globe, shriek ofsplendour - an impression complemented by premium-quality naturalmaterials such as stone-stacked feature walls and red cedar flooring. Koi ponds,splash pools and spas - natural additions to the tropical gardens, bring theoutdoors in.”
Tania says she draws inspiration from life: “There are so many beautifulplaces even nature itself to admire, touch and smell – lots of memories thatfuse. Tania and Charlie’s favourite holiday destination is Bali where they feel sorelaxed and enjoy being indulged in what is their idea of heaven, however it’sthe finer aspects of Asia that can be seen in the detail of the exteriors andinteriors. “I prefer to call the flavour modern Asian,” describes Tania. “Thecontinent brims over with amazing architecture and fabulous natural materials.Such clever creative people, beautiful scenery and lush outdoor living.
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It is almost impossible. It has to be personally
experienced - absorbed - and then released by the
person them self.
Such is the almost impossible task before me.
We have recently returned from a trip to Tropical North
Queensland and the picture-perfect village of Palm Cove. An
idyllic setting for those wishing to escape the corporate
hype and worries of the world. Whether you come alone,
with a partner, family or friends, you will experience a
spectacular, laid-back adventure without any cares or
worries.
The tiny hamlet by the Coral Sea, with its buildings
constructed carefully around ancient Melaleuca trees, many
of which are over 300-years-old (and were duly noted in the
logs of Captain James Cook); is full of friendly people, many
of whom had previously holidayed in the region - fell in love
with the ambience and lifestyle, and then decided on a total
sea-change from the bustle of city life.
One of the biggest highlights of Palm Cove is the fact that
the streets are almost devoid of traffic, and there are no
parking meters or inspectors waiting to pounce. Just the
golden sands of the beach spotted with beach umbrellas
and framed by hundreds of swaying coconut palms that
almost seem to be paying homage to the gentle vista of the
Coral Sea, and the tantalising tropical breezes that wash over
the area. It is easy to succumb to thoughts of distant times
and the exotic locations of romantic novels.
With Palm Cove's residential and holiday accommodation
designers choosing to restrict limits to low-rise, and the
buildings all seeming to support a similar style, utilising a
palette of peaceful white and neutral tones, shuttered
windows, ocean blue swimming pools, and an almost
Singaporean style of architecture; it is no wonder that the
whole effect is pleasing to the soul as well as the eye,
The township offers a wide variety of boutique shopping,
art galleries, a travel centre, delicatessen, post office, corner-
store, ice-cream shop, as well as a selection of restaurants
and cafes to delight diners. Whether you choose fine dining
or casual fare the options are inviting. There is even a late
night bar with karaoke for those in the party mood. All you
could ever need.
In the daytime, just as at night, visitors and locals are happy
to take time to casually stroll along the esplanade beside the
shoreline, as they meander towards the jetty, which eases
out into the water. At night, with no city hubbub, the stars
overhead, subtle street lighting and reflections from
curtained windows, the only vestiges of illumination,
combine to create a totally romantic backdrop.
On our visit we stayed at the beautiful Sebel Reef House
and Spa, a high-end interpretation of a quality guest-house
of yesteryear. Don't be fooled by the term - this is a 4.5 star
property all the way, featuring every luxury a guest could
ever desire, including an Exclusive Day Spa offering a
sanctum of relaxation and pampering, including a full menu
of massages and beautiful spa products, adjacent to the
larger tropical swimming pool and waterfall.
The Reef House property has a long and illustrious history.
It was originally built in 1958 by a Cairns bookmaker as his
family home. When purchased by its second owner in 1972
Brigadier The Hon. D. S. Thompson MC, RL and his wife Judy
Thompson. The property, aptly named The Reef House, was
used by them as a private residence for their family. Later
they decided to welcome a select clientele including several
politicians to their home, where they were treated like family,
and the property became a quality guest house.
Today from the manicured streetscape entrance, guests
enter through the white columned portico with its sentinel
How do you describe a feeling? How do you place theemotions of calmness, tranquility and complete abandonof worldly worries on a page for all to experience?
Set Amongst the
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Food to die for
Melaleuca trees, (one of which was recently officially verified
to be 500 years old) to be greeted by the friendly staff at the
24 hour reception area.
The property offers all the amenities a discerning guest
could require, with rooms exuding tropical chic; crisp white
bedding, plump pillows, draped white mosquito nets; lime
and sage accents, shuttered windows and large balconies
(several with large round spas on the private terrace);
complimentary book and board game library; guest laundry;
lush tropical gardens; conference & meeting facilities; three
swimming pools and two spas & waterfall.
With only 69 rooms and suites available, The Reef House
maintains the relaxed feel of a small, sophisticated hotel, but
with all the luxuries you would expect from a larger
establishment.
With its fine white vertical paneling, accentuated by rattan
backed chairs and white fans overhead, low-lying divans and
lounge chairs, and huge candlelight wheels suspended from
the roof the hotel beckons guests to relax...
Reef House is extremely popular with the boutique
wedding market, with guests finding a perfect haven for
nuptials on the beach followed by gourmet candle-light
dining by the enclosed pool area.
To the right of the entrance portico with its uninterrupted
view of the Coral Sea and passing pedestrian parade, sits The
Reef House's award-winning restaurant, which has been the
domain of ex-Noosa chef, Philip Mitchell for over 8 years now
(he worked with Leoni Palmer in Noosa 10 years ago). Phil
has created an eclectic menu that features some of the
region's finest, seafood, meats, dairy and produce. This is
where diners come to sample the best that Tropical North
Queensland has to offer - Fresh Blue Swimmer crab salad, the
crispy spatchcock, the freshly shucked oysters with balsamic
and lemon - the banana mille-feuille, the luscious sorbets.
Absolutely anything on the restaurant's exciting menu.
The friendly, capable staff offer menu and wine guidance
with a smile and good cheer.
Sitting on the front deck of open air restaurant, reclining on
the padded banquettes under the Melaleuca trees with the
warm breeze and a cool drink.... here it is possible to spend
morning, afternoon and night - dining, resting and enjoying
the ambience.
The Reef House also holds regular Chefs on the Reef
cooking classes, lunches and dinners with visiting celebrity
chefs. Recently they have hosted events with ‘Surfing the
Menu’s’ - Ben O'Donoghue and Master Chef’s Gary Mehigan.
In keeping with the original concept of the property,
another highlight of any stay at The Reef House is the
Brigadier's Bar, which takes pride-of-place in the guests'
relaxation lounge, and still runs on the honour system, just
like a real officers' mess, At any time of the day or night,
guests are free to choose a drink from the bar, and simply
place their name and room number on a chit for billing later.
And, each evening promptly at 5pm the candles are lit to
signal twilight, and a large silver punch bowl is delivered
containing a complimentary, nightly-changing, alcoholic
tropical punch accompanied by a cheese platter. Guests are
free to mingle and get to know each other, and the General
Manager Chris Northam makes an effort to be there as often
as possible.
Many friendships have been formed over the years in the
Brigadier's Bar, whilst contemplating the gentle cascading of
the waterfall over the pool, discussing the wonders of the
Cove,,, but unfortunately our dream escape must end. A
quick look through the guests comment book shows how
much visitors come to love The Reef House and its friendly
staff. It is almost like a second home.
Until next time.
All the facts
Fly to Cairns and it's then only a 25 minute drive
The Sebel Reef House & Spa 99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove Q 4879
For more information on accommodation or cooking
events, or to make a booking Ph: 07 4055 3633
Email: [email protected]
or visit www.reefhouse.com.au
David ThompsonNahm London, Darley St& Sailors Thai Sydney
‘Chefs On The Reef ’continues...at Sebel ReefHouse and Spa Palm Cove19th – 20th November 09
David has been described as one of the
most important chefs and food
educators in Australia.
A man who pursues authenticity
rigorously, and whose, strengths are in his
palate and his uncompromising belief in
achieving the taste of Thailand.
David will join Reef House Exec Chef
Phillip Mitchell for two great events
showcasing the unique food of Thailand.
Firstly on Thursday 19th November
David’s visit begins with an intimate
cooking demonstration and discussion,
followed by lunch with matched wines.
Then on the following evening Fri 20th
Nov. David joins forces with Phil Mitchell to
create a stunning Thai dinner. The dining
room will be decorated to reflect the
beauty and colour of Thailand with
touches from Cairns’ own Samsara, who
import many stunning Thai pieces.
Demonstration and Luncheon with
wines $135 - Dinner with wines $175
For more information on
accommodation or cooking events, or to
make a booking Ph: 07 4055 3633 Email:
[email protected] or visit
www.reefhouse.com.au
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Gone are the days when cookingoutdoors meant standing around thetrusty barbecue and watching meat
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Summer days, balmy nights and outdoor entertaining heats up. Are you
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about replicating something you’ve seen on television or somewhere on
your travels? Perhaps you’re inspired by pages in glossy mags and celebrity cook
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Brendan’s forte is designing or re designing functional and practical outdoor
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A Chinese
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theme, with Chinese bushes and herbs combined with rock and water
features and bonsai plants.” Brendan believes that landscaping and food
presentation are similar: flow, angles, height, colours and planning.
Pizza ovens are great for cooking anything especially whole fish. Stuff
your fish with the desired ingredients to entice aromas. Encase it into a
formed salt mortar-like mixture of rock salt and whipped egg whites then
bake it to achieve moist, flavoursome perfection.
Smoking ovens can be simply attached to the outdoor oven to allow for
smoking meat before it is cooked or giving seafood such as hickory-
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over hot coals and a hot rock base then cooked for hours.
Wood-fired Rotisserie ovens with manual or powered, turning
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THE ENCHANTING SPIDERY CLUSTEREDFLOWERS WITH FERNY FOLIAGE ARE
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Ranging from forest giants to ground hugging
shrubs, grevilleas come in a wide colour
assortment from yellow and white to orange
and red. Over 230 known species and countless
hybrids and cultivars are without peer as trouble
–free plants, are generous with flowers, love the sun
and most suited to subtropical climes. Pruning after
flowering keeps them within bounds.
Outside Noosa’s landscaping legend John Scomparin says grevilleas can
be used extensively: “They are an Australian native notable for colourful
flowers and attracting honey-eating birds; fast-growing – within six months
a new plant is well established; quite drought tolerant; and commonly used
for a fast screening.
“They don’t require a lot of fertiliser and specialist growers recommend
pruning late May and late November. Cutting back by about one third
means scruffy plants can be rejuvenated.”
John suggests the popular Grevillea Moonlight, a cultivar about five metres
high which has long spikes of beautiful creamy white flowers for most of the
year. “Ground cover grevilleas I like to use are Grevillea Lanigera or ‘Mt
Tamboritha Form’, a densely foliaged, dwarf plant, and Grevillea ‘Poorinda
Royal Mantle’. Grevilleas are in flower for most of the year, however winter to
early spring they are at their peak.”
Garden design guru Phillip O’Malley lives in the Noosa Hinterland on
acreage, so is well versed with growing majestic tree grevilleas. “If you have a
good sized garden consider Grevillea Robusta, silky oak,” he says. “It’s
smothered in amazing orange-yellow flowers on bare branches in spring
and looks spectacular alongside jacarandas. Grevillea Pinnatifida, a sweet
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Top Producerby Norb Vonnegut (Pier 9 $32.95)
A fast-paced financial thriller set in the
greedy world of hedge funds where
stockbrokers were yesterday - today
Wall Street's most successful
salespeople call themselves Top
Producers. In a world that moves as fast
as finance does, top producers have to
think three steps ahead and make snap
decisions. All too easily, scams can be
disguised as success; plotting can be
mistaken for killer instinct.
When stockbroker Charlie Keleman is
killed in a spectacular fashion, his
widow turns to Charlie's best friend
Grove O'Rourke for help. Grove is top
producer at the investment firm of
Sachs, Kidder, and Carnegie. When he
discovers that Charlie's widow is hiding
a dark secret, suddenly the rocky stock
markets are the least of his worries.
The Lost Book of Salemby Katherine Howe
Published by Penguin UK - RRP $32.95
A spellbinding, beautifully written
novel that moves between
contemporary times and one of the
most fascinating and disturbing periods
in American history - the Salem witch
trials. Harvard graduate student Connie
Goodwin needs to spend her summer
doing research for her doctoral
dissertation. But when her mother asks
her to handle the sale of Connie's
grandmother's abandoned home near
Salem, she can't refuse. The Lost Book of
Salem travels seamlessly between the
witch trials of the 1690s and a modern
woman's story of mystery, intrigue and
revelation.
It’s All Greek to Meby Charlotte Higgins (Allen & Unwin
$29.95)
Consider the way we think: about
right and wrong, about the nature of
beauty, goodness and truth. What, in the
end, it is to be a human being amid the
immensity of the universe. What it is to
be mortal, to live for a while, then die.
All this and more we have learned
from the ancient Greeks who’ve
moulded the basic disciplines and
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thought: from poetry, drama, politics
and philosophy, to medicine and even
ethnography.
Packed with useful cribs - history
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their Lemnos from their Lesbos -this is a
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Signspotting 3: Lost InTranslation
Compiled by Doug Lansky (Five Mile
Press $16.95)
It’s hard to imagine a world without
signs. No stop signs, no arrows, no
speed limits, no warnings. No bright
colours screaming for your attention.
Absurd and amusing signs are found all
over the planet and light up the daily
lives of countless travelers, exhorting us
to do unmentionable things with
unfathomable logic. Happily this plague
of more than 130 funny signs and their
locations show no sign of abating. From
“taxi waiting point (no waiting)”, a place
named “Fifty six” with “pop 163”, a menu
dish “braised papaya and ovary of wild
frog”, and “in case of emergency contact
the bartender” to so many that will
ensure belly laughs galore.
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Shut ter I s l andStarring: Leonardo Di Caprio, Ben Kingsley,
Michelle Williams, Mark Ruffalo.
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio team up
for a fourth time for this adaptation of a novel by
Dennis LeHane (MYSTIC RIVER). Set in 1954 the film
centres round an island in Boston's Outer Harbour
that houses a federal institution for the criminally
insane. Two U.S. marshals are dispatched to that
facility to recapture a violent female escapee. They
become stranded there as a major storm
approaches and a series of dangerous mind games
are being played on them that are in direct
violation of the Hippocratic Oath. In Cinemas 1st
October 2009
Astro BoyStarring: Nicolas Cage, Scarlett Johansson,
Donald Sutherland, Bill Nighy, Nathan Lanes
Directed by David Bowers
Set in futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy is about a
young robot with incredible powers created by a
brilliant scientist named Tenma (Nicolas Cage).
Powered by positive “blue” energy, Astro Boy
(Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super
strength, x-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the
ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of
acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other
colourful characters along the way. Through his
adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of
being human, and gains the strength to embrace
his destiny. Ultimately learning his friends and
family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his
awesome super powers and returns to Metro City
in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about
and to understand what it takes to be a hero. In
cinemas 22nd October 2009
Case 39
Starring: Renee Zellweger, Jodelle Ferland, Ian
McShane, Bradley Cooper, Callum Keith Rennie
Directed by Christian Alvart
Family services social worker Emily Jenkins thinks
she has seen it all until she meets her newest, most
mysterious case, a troubled 10 year old Lilith
Sullivan. Emily's worst fears are confirmed when
the parents try to kill Lilith, their only daughter.
Emily saves her and decides to take her in herself
until the right foster family comes along. In
cinemas 5th November 2009mov
ies
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Peace Train The Cat Stevens Story...
A CELEBRATION OF ONE OF THEGREATEST SONGWRITERS OF ALL TIME
“Cat Stevens. The name brings back a thousand
memories -- dark eyes, a winning voice - and songs the
whole world sang to. Back in the 70s he was the ultimate
rock star. Talented, charismatic, with a seemingly endless
succession of beautiful melodies streaming from his
imagination. He sold more than 60 million albums, earned
enough money to last several lifetimes, and enjoyed all the
trappings of fame. But he wanted more out of life. So at the
height of his career he shocked the world by taking his last
bow. The music stopped and Cat Stevens was no more,”
said Andrew McKinnon. “Whatever became of the man
who wrote some of the most poignant songs of our time -
Father and Son, Moon Shadow and Where do the Children
Play? Why did he turn his back on the world?”
“This show is a night of music and story-telling, which will
strike a chord deep inside the heart of anyone who longs
for something more; a journey back in time, recreating the
sights and sounds, seeking out the man in the music and
telling the story behind the songs.”
One of Australia's most exciting young artists Darren
Coggan, backed by the high-energy live band, Fire Cats, will,
over two electrifying performances in Brisbane, take
audiences on a truly magical ride of discovery, back
through the joys and the sorrows, the triumphs and the
pain, in the life of the legend that was the one and only, Cat
Stevens.
Featuring 23 of the songs the whole world sang along
with, including Father & Son, Lady D'arbanville, Morning Has
Broken, The Old School Yard, On The Road To Find Out, Wild
World, Where Do The Children Play, Moonshadow, Matthew
& Son, Hard Headed Woman, Sad Lisa, Peace Train and
many, many more.
QPAC Concert Hall
Fri 9th & Sat 10th Oct 2009, 8.00pm
Tickets QTIX Ph: 136 246 $75.00 to $85.00
Great discounts available for groups. Adult Groups of
10+ from $80.00. For more information call qtix groups
on 07 3840 7466
ARTIST, JULIA CARTER CONTINUED TO EXPAND HER HORIZONS THISYEAR WITH A MOVE TO A NEW GALLERY, SALES TO A WIDENINGGLOBAL COLLECT BASE, AND A PERSONAL ART ‘PILGRIMAGE’ TO
PREPARE FOR A SOLO EXHIBITION.
This journey took her first to the Dubai Art Fair, then to the Tates and
National Galleries in London where she visited the Blake and Picasso
Exhibitions, before heading on to Amsterdam and the Van Gogh Museum.
She found the work of Van Gogh, in particular, deeply meaningful and returned
time and again to absorb and reflect on the soul and simple beauty radiating
from his work. Back in Noosa, Julia explored her reflections both metaphorically
and literally before translating her inspiration to canvas.
Her personal journey involved the exploration of spiritual literature and the
discovery of the many metaphors nature provides for life and the way we live it.
Her new body of work reflects on Synchronicity, and asks: is it coincidence, or do
unrelated events happen for a single special reason?
Inspiration is everywhere, surrounded as she is by our natural coastal beauty,
and it is Noosa’s immediate surroundings that feature heavily in the new series.
Julia says the Everglades in particular could inspire a ‘lifetime of paintings’. She
described her experience of this area as “feeling as if she were in a hall of mirrors
whose angles created a hypnotic, almost surreal tranquillity”. To present the
magical feeling and ethereal essence of what she experiences, Julia incorporates
shimmer and embellishment to reflect and layer light.
At times, Julia appears to almost play with paint and effects, applying them
with unorthodox tools like knives in bold, rich and luscious layers. She
incorporates symbols such birds, trees, leaves and butterflies to represent
elements of life’s journey and says her aim is always to produce a unique
painting that will captivate its owner. Julia’s new works are truly stunning –
intricately detailed and beautifully executed. Anyone seeing them will find
themselves with every good reason to stop and reflect.
‘Synchronicity’ runs from September 18th to 23rd at Jive Art, Gallery 1/37
Hastings Street, Noosa Heads www.jiveart.com.au Tel: 07 5455 3308
the journey ahead...art
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JUDITH LAWS“Fraser Island – the Trials and Tribulations of Eliza Fraser”
Noted Queensland artist Judith Laws is recognised for her inspired use of
colour and the vibrance and joy she attains in her paintings. Her glorious new
series celebrates the natural beauty of Fraser Island, but also includes works
based on the story of Eliza Fraser during her time shipwrecked there.
See the exhibition at ART on CAIRNCROSS - Maleny
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Of Track, Tides and TerritoriesNew Works by Pam Walpole at Lasting Impressions Gallery -
Pam Walpole, a highly regarded painter is showing new works at Lasting
Impressions Gallery in Kenilworth from 20th September to 4th October.
The exhibition follows Pam into the Interior from scrubby creek to open plains
along the Oodnadatta track, following the route of the Old Ghan railway line
whose remnants lie scattered in the desert. Flying over of the Flinders Ranges
and nearby salt lakes where shimmering surfaces are crisscrossed with
calligraphic markings of tracks leading nowhere, Pam presents us with a rare
birds-eye view of this dramatic landscape.
Back along the coast, Pam captures the reflections and tidal marks of estuaries
and inlets along the shoreline. With bold expressive brushstrokes and a minimal
palette and style Pam portrays the essence of the land she loves, drawing the
viewer in for closer inspection. Often, Pam’s work is her response to the
destruction of the land – whether by nature through drought, flood and fire or
by man in his never-ending quest for development.
‘Pam is a keen observer of the landscape from vast open spaces of the inland
to the delicate patterns found in fragments of bush land, on river banks or
created by ocean tides’, says Kaye Cathro, Gallery Director. ‘Her work is much in
demand by many individual as well as corporate clients.’ Works may be viewed
on www.lastingimpressionsgallery.net
Pam WalpoleExhibition 20th Sept – 4th Oct 2009
Of Track, Tides and Territories
art NoosaStyleliving Indulge your colour sensations
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Take in our beautiful surroundings amidst
stunning views! An exciting new experience,
Illume Creations, awaits you!
Open 7 days 9.30-4.30 PHONE: 5478 5440 SHOP 4 MAYFIELD, MAIN ST MONTVILLE
www.illumecreations.com.au
10% discount or FREE p & s on glass $500+
From the Centre to the Sea...
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED, LIKE MANYAUSSIES (AND OUR WONDERFUL OVERSEAS
VISITORS) DO, WHAT IT IS LIKE TO EXPERIENCEA REMOTE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY?
Well, if you would like the opportunity to take an
‘insiders’ look, then we recommend a visit to
Putipula Gallery in Noosa Junction.Gillian Steel,
the director of the gallery, has recently returned from a two
week visit to Kaltjiti Art (Fregon) - a quick look on ‘Google
Earth’ will give you an idea of just how remote this region is!
Gillian was a volunteer on an ‘Artists as Mentors’ project, and this is her sixth time
as a visitor to the community, making her a welcome guest.
In fact, Gillian represents seven art centres in the remote APY lands in the far
north-west of South Australia, and has the most wonderful artwork on display in
her Putipula Gallery on the Sunshine Coast.
A recent trip to ‘Desert Mob’ in Alice Springs in early September, has cemented
her place - and reflects the quality of the artwork that her gallery has the honour
to represent.
We can now confirm that she will be showcasing the highly collectable works of
Tjungu Palya Arts at Putipula Gallery for the entire month of January.
this is a must visit for any serious aboriginal art collector and an important date
to add to your diary.
Visitors and collectors are always welcome.
Visit: Putipula Gallery - Noosa Junction
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Spring TemptationsONE OF THE SUNSHINE COAST’S MOST BEAUTIFUL GALLERIES,TIFFANY JONES FINE ART GALLERY AT BUDERIM IS OFFERING A
RANGE OF EXHIBITIONS DURING SPRING TO TEMPT ARTCOLLECTORS.
As well as always
showing the region’s
biggest selection of
Australian Investment art,
including: Blackman, Boyd,
Dickerson, Hart, Heysen,
Namatjira, Nolan, Perceval,
Proud, Sawrey and Storrier; the
gallery will present two new
exhibitions by two talented
contemporary painters.
From 27 September to 18
October, discover rich colours
and delightful stories in new oils
by Lori Pensini as she takes us
on a journey of children
exploring the Australian bush
and its animals at her first solo
Sunshine Coast exhibition.
A successful artist who has
exhibited widely around Australia,
Lori Pensini has recently returned
from an exhibition at Monash University in Italy at Prato near Florence in time to
open her new “Babes in the Woods” exhibition on 27 September at Tiffany Jones
Fine Art Gallery, Buderim.
The “Babes in the Woods” exhibition is based loosely around Lori Pensini’s
favourite bedtime story from the 16th Century of two children that become lost in
the woods in Norfolk England. The children were befriended by animals and were
covered with leaves by birds as they slept. In her new exhibition Lori has adapted
the 16th Century story into a modern Australian fairytale by weaving her
childhood memories into the paintings.
“Growing up on a remote horse farm with two much younger sisters, Lori played
on her own and developed a fervent and fertile imagination as well as a love of
farm and bush animals. With the bush to explore Lori wandered and daydreamed.
The stories told in her new works are depicted from a child’s perspective, giving
them a delightful and touching sense of naivety”, Tiffany said.
From 8 to 29 November, popular artist Denise Daffara presents an exclusive
collection of new canvases entitled “A Golden Thread”. This striking new series has
been inspired by the great painter Gustav Klimt. The paintings feature blissful
women draped in opulent gold and jewel-coloured fabrics that shimmer with eye-
catching sgraffiti designs.
Gallery director, Tiffany Jones said: “Fans of Denise’s vibrant paintings will be
intrigued by this exciting new direction in her work which is available exclusively
at our Buderim gallery”. Denise Daffara’s new paintings will be unveiled on Sunday
8 November at a special champagne opening. Denise will also launch her new
range of prints on canvas at the opening.
Discover all of this and more at Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery, only 35 minutes
from Noosa and 10 minutes from Mooloolaba at 138 Burnett St, Cnr Townsend Rd,
Buderim. Tel 07-5450 1722 or visit: www.tiffanyjonesfineart.com.au
Artist Lori Pensini working on her new Buderimexhibition at her Western Australian studio.
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a sensitive language with colours...
From a deep-seated love of the ocean comes the inaugural solo
collection of works by emerging coast artist Christopher Hooper aptly
titled groundswell. Working with the palette of light and shade that
Mother Nature has created, Christopher is meticulous with his brush in
recreating the warm glow of a setting sun, the power of the surf against a
rocky shoreline or the amber tones of the banksia flowers.
Christopher has a sensitive language with colours, it is an inner necessity
that he paints and draws us back to the original artists who paint because
the view from sitting on a surfboard and looking back to the shore has
moved him to capture a moment in time, a feeling and a mood on canvas
to share with others.
Exhibition showing from Sat 12th September through 'til 3rd October at
Art Nuvo, Contemporary Fine Art in Buderim. Works available to view online
at www.artnuvobuderim.com.au
Christopher Hooper
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Shop 15, NOOSA MARINA TEWANTIN QLD 4565Hours: 10-4pm Wed - Mon - P: 61 7 5470 2214 - M: 0403 901 769E: [email protected] - Online gallery www.desertrain.com.au
in the gallery INDIGENOUS FINE ARTSOLO EXHIBITION OF CARL P MOGGSExciting new artist from QueenslandOpening Night Friday 30th Oct 6-8 pm Noosa Marina until 22nd Nov 2009
EXHIBITION - SINGING THE DREAMINGOpening Night Friday 6 - 8 pm,11th September 2009until 3rd October 2009
In association with Warlukurlangu Artists,Yuendumu, Central Desert.Featuring prominent Walpiri artists Paddy Sims Japaljarri andemerging artist Tess Napaljarri Ross with - Judy WatsonNapangardi, Paddy Stewart Japaljarri, Long MaggieNakamarrra White, Bessie Nakamara Sims, Jorna NapurrurlaNelson, Elizabeth Napaljarri Katakarinja
PUBLIC PROGRAM:Sunday 13th - Viewing of 'Singing the Milky Way' with PaddySims Japaljarri2pm - 65 min DVD based on the traditional story and song.
2nd Viewing Monday 21st September -1.30 pmFor Bookings: Tel: 07 5470 2214
The warmer air ofSpring is here again!
This is the perfect time to come to Montville
and experience the magic of our fresh
mountain air and soak up our lush scenery!
Illume Creations, featuring the art of colour, can be
found in the Mayfield complex in Montville.
Illume Creations is excited to present An Exhibition
on the Edge. This event features local hot glass artist,
Tina Cooper, in an exhibition opening September 5.
Tina will be displaying some stunning new pieces
inspired by our beautiful Blackall Range. Shiralee
Cooper's vibrant gallery will be featuring an Exhibition
on the Edge showcasing sister, Tina Cooper’s new Blackall Range Series and the
whimsical new Enchanted Rainforest Series. The exhibition in the Mayfield Centre,
Montville, opens daily from September 5 and is sure to brighten your day.
The Exhibition is held in conjunction with the inaugural Festival of Walks along the
range. Combine some stunning scenery with a colourful indulgence! A number of
local lampwork glass artists will be demonstrating their creative skills during the
festival weekends.
The vibrant Blackall Range collection feature large vessels with dramatic mountain
silhouettes contrasting the colours of sunset. Illume Creations is thrilled to be the first
Gallery to exhibit the original Tina Cooper Enchanted Garden Series. These funky vases
are embellished with bold and beautiful blossoms and more!
International artist, Tina Cooper, has been evolving her unique artform for more than
18 years. The talented team supporting Tina @ the Sunshine Coast studio includes,
Jonathon Westacott, Matt Quirk and Greg Royer. She has combined her innate
creativity and sense of form, with a profound expression of the energy of colour.
Illume Creations now has a selection of Tina Cooper’s vibrant hand blown glass
pieces featured on the website www.illumecreations.com.au We are happy to arrange
pack and sending for our clients. Our current special offers either a 10% discount or
free pack and send within Australia and overseas for pieces $500 or more
Owner Shiralee Cooper has selected a bevy of handmade beauties to tempt you.
These original treasures are all made locally on the Sunshine Coast! Accompanying
the work of Tina Cooper is a range of gorgeous handmade glass bead jewellery and
dichroic pendants. Come along and indulge in the art of colour at
ILLUME CREATIONS Shop 4 Mayfield on Montville – top end of town.
Open from 9:40 to 4:30 daily. Look for our under cover parking and views, views,
views! Illume Creations awaits you! Ph 54785440
DESERT RAIN EXHIBITIONThe exhibition Singing the Dreaming features prominent artist Paddy Sims Japaljarri
and emerging artist Tess Napaljarri Rossand including works from - Judy Watson
Napangardi, Paddy Stewart Japaljarri , Long Maggie Nakamarra White, Wendy
Nungarrayi Brown and Jorna Napurrurla Nelson
The exhibition gives us a visual experience of the old and new forms of art from
Warlukurlangu artists. Tess Napaljarri Ross work changes our perception of the art
from Yuendumu.
Following this the public program 2pm, Sunday 13th - Viewing of 'Singing the Milky
Way' - Paddy Sims Japaljarri sings his dreaming. "Only one, me, only one!" The last one
to dance and sing the Milky Way Dreaming, Paddy Sims Japaljarri takes us into his
world and the legacy he leaves behind in his paintings. The film provides insights into
the significant and place art has in Aboriginal culture and for future generations. (
65min Film by David Betz)
Tina Cooper Glass art featuresat Illume Gallery - Montville
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IS IT A ‘PLANE, IS IT A CAR? WELL, TOBE HONEST, IT’S A BIT OF BOTH. THECAR IN QUESTION - BUILT,ORIGINALLY, IN AN AIRCRAFTFACTORY, USING TOP-QUALITYAVIATION MATERIALS AND CRAFTEDTO THE SAME HIGH STANDARDS ASTHE AEROPLANES OF THE DAY – IS,OF COURSE, THE UBIQUITOUSBRISTOL, ONE OF THE FASTEST,MOST LUXURIOUS AND, WITHOUTDOUBT, CLASSIEST CARS EVER TOROLL OFF A PRODUCTION LINEAND, TODAY, 60 YEARS ON,TREASURED AS ONE OF THEGREATEST CLASSIC CAR MARQUESOF ALL TIME.
Arecord 33 of them – 32 from all over
Australia plus one shipped out
specially from the UK – will descend
on Noosa later this month for what promises
to be the major motoring event of the year,
the Bristol Owners’ Club of Australia bi-annual
National Rally.
The event, timed to coincide with that
other great motoring event of the year, the
Noosa Beach Classic car show – referred to by
locals simply as the Noosa Classic – kicks off
next Monday (21st September) and ends with
a Marque-of-the-Year display at the Classic in
Noosa’s Lions Park on Saturday September
26th.
In between is a programme of events
which will see the 80-odd owners, partners,
enthusiasts and hangers-on dinner-cruising
on the Noosa River on board the MV Catalina,
inspecting the Bristol Beaufort restoration
project at the Caboolture Warplane Museum,
touring the Hinterland, taking tea at historic
Kin Kin, day-tripping to the world-renowned
Buderim Ginger Factory, and visiting the
home of the famous Bowden Family
Collection of 300 memorable Australian
muscle cars, historic racing sedans, sports cars
and automotive memorabilia.
For Noosa and the Sunshine Coast, it is the
story behind the cars which started trickling
out of the Bristol Aircraft factory at Filton, on
the outskirts of Bristol in the south-west of
England in the years following the end of
World War Two, which makes this event so
special. It reads like a Boys’ Own adventure
yarn.
The cars’ legacy dates back to the early
days of WWI when the Bristol Scout,
backbone of the Royal Flying Corps – later to
become the Royal Air Force – first took to the
skies over war-torn Europe, along with its
equally successful sister aircraft the BE-2 and
Fighter biplanes. These successes were
followed up with the between-the-wars
Bulldog fighter and, later, the famous aircraft
of WW2 – the Blenheim and Beaufort
bombers, and the long-range Beaufighter, of
which more than 6,000 were built.
With the end of the war and the decline in
airplane manufacture the company turned its
attention to designing and building long-
range passenger aircraft aimed initially at the
lucrative trans-Atlantic route – the giant
eight-engined Brabazon, which was later
shelved, and its better-known successor, the
turboprop Britannia. At the same time the
company recognised the growing market for
quality hand-crafted automobiles for a new
breed of moneyed and discerning buyers and
started producing aircraft-quality cars which
combined the best of British style with
German functionality (the early Marques were
powered by a derivative of the pre-war BMW
2-litre engine, which was used in all Bristols up
to 1961, after which the more powerful
Chrysler 5.3-litre V8 engine was introduced to
cope with the new cars’ heavier bodywork
and more luxurious trim). At the time, the cars
coming out of the Filton factory were streets
ahead of – and being snapped up for two to
three times the price of - their nearest
competitor, Jaguar.
It was the first of this long line of Bristols
which will form the backbone of next week’s
rally, the line-up for which will feature some of
the finest examples of this classic breed - from
an original 1947 Bristol 400, owned by Noosa
classic car buffs Rob and Marilyn van Wegen,
through a 1961 Bristol 407 from the stable of
one of the country’s biggest private classic car
collectors, Cooroy-based Chris Stafford and
his wife Peggie, to more recent examples of
the long line of graceful, luxurious and high-
powered Bristols, the 410 and 411 of the mid-
to-late 1970s.
In between is a collection of some of the
finest classic cars ever built, including Chris
and Peggie’s 1953 Bristol 403 – without doubt
one of the most beautiful saloon cars ever
built – and Rob and Marilyn’s award-winning
1954 Frazer-Nash replica from the same
stable. Peter Mason
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Noosa Beach ClassicCar Club presents the
22nd NOOSACLASSIC CAR SHOW
2008 MARQUE OF THE SHOW –BRISTOL
The ‘Pebble Beach’ of Australia, the
NOOSA CLASSIC CAR SHOW, is this year
celebrating its 22nd birthday. To see the
best classic cars Australia has to offer,
pencil in Sunday 27th September 2009
on your calendar now! Do you want to
see the best of European Classic, English
Sports, American Iron, Australian Muscle
or Japanese Sporting? Then this is for
you! All brands and models welcome
and on display.
Bristol is the chosen Marque Car of the Show. Classic
models of this iconic brand will be on display, some having
travelled from the UK especially for this event. In keeping
with the country of origin of the Bristol car, this year the
show will take on a British theme.
Quality food and drink will be available throughout the day,
together with one of the Sunshine Coast’s best four piece
bands. Gate prizes and a monster raffle will as usual be part
of the proceedings.
And remember: the site is only metres from Noosa’s
Hastings Street shops and the world famous strip of
golden beach.
Sunday 27th September 2009. 9.00 am to 3.00pm
Noosa Heads Lions Park (Just behind Hastings Street)
Exhibitors - $15 per car (includes entry for 2 Adults)
Spectators - $5 each (children under 14 free)
Judging: 10.am to 1.pm - Presentations: 2.pm
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in category, Best in Show, People’s
Choice and Shannons Trophies.
General: You owe it to yourself to be at what is arguably the
best car show Australia has to offer. Bring along your classic
car and let everyone else appreciate it, compete for a class
trophy, car of the show or simply come on down and take
in the magnificent eye candy of the world’s greatest
marques.
This year we are pleased to have Surf City Garage car care
products as our naming rights sponsor, along with our
partner sponsors of some years standing – Shannons
Insurance, Anthonys Fine Jewellery, Noosa Auto & Marine
Upholstery, and Classic Hits Noosa
107.1 FM
NOOSA CLASSIC SHOW
SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER 2009
Background:
In the late 1980’s times were
tough in Noosa – what with a
pilot’s strike, high interest rates
and a slow down in tourism – so a
group of Hastings Street traders
who also just happened to have a classic car or two tucked
away in their garages decided to hold a car show to spice
up a dull weekend and create a little interest in the street.
And look at what it turned into! From such humble
beginnings the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club was born and
now boasts 200+ members. The Show is advertised
extensively up and down the Australian Eastern Seaboard
and attracts in excess of 4500 spectators on the day to view
250+ classics drawn from over 80 car clubs.
As always, proceeds from the day, after expenses, are
donated to local charities. Last year over $13,000 was
distributed. Be assured, valuable sponsorship dollars assist
the local community greatly. In fact in the 22 years the car
club has been in operation, over $120,000 has been raised
for local charitable causes.
Further information: 07 5456 2656
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motoring
Photo shows: Bristols line-up in readiness for nextweek’s Owners’ Club rally in Noosa. From left to right:Chris and Peggie Stafford’s 1961 Bristol 407 and 1953Bristol 403; Rob and Marilyn Van Wegen’s 1954 Frazer-Nash replica, 1947 Bristol 400 and 1957 Bristol 405.
If you happen to be in Noosa – or, indeed, almostanywhere on the Sunshine Coast – in the nextweek or so, it will be difficult not to spot at leastsome of the 33 historic Bristols which will begracing our streets during this memorable period.But if you do happen to miss the experience, don’tworry – all 33 of them will be on show, pride ofplace, at the Classic in the Noosa Heads Lions Parkon Sunday 28th September.
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NOOSA
BUSHWALKING
The whole of Noosa is a declaredfauna and flora sanctuary offeringcasual walkers and dedicated‘bushies’ a host of scenic andwilderness tracks and trails. Walks inthe 477 hectare Noosa NationalPark are exceptionally beautiful.Some hug the coastline offeringexpansive views across bays, covesand cliffs, with pathways leading tosecluded beaches. Others windthrough shady groves of Pandanus,Banksia, Heath and Melaleuca.
Around Noosa State Forests andNational parks abound providinghalf day and full day walks, and themore challenging tracks of thewilderness trails. All around, birds,wildlife, native bush and wildflowersabound.
NOOSA
RIVER/EVERGLADES
Noosa River, the heartbeat of theregion is the perfect place for safefamily swimming and a haven for allkinds of water activities. Picnic on thepeaceful river bank or take a leisurelycruise through a myriad of canals,waterways and lakes up to themystical black waters of theeverglades. Several cruisecompanies operate guided day toursof the waterways system, and themore adventurous can hire canoes orsmall boats to do their ownexploration.
DINING/EATING OUT
Hastings Street rivals the moststylish of the world’s shopping anddining promenades. enjoy fine diningor relax al fresco, in cosmopolitancafes and brasseries. The freshest oflocal ingredients harvested form thesea and local fertile gardens,combine to create popular classicfare, and a fresh, original ‘cuisine ofthe sun’ – distinctively modern withovertones of Mediterranean andAsian flavours. No wonder Noosa isAustralia’s gourmet capital.
Throughout Noosa and into thesurrounding hinterland, eating out atany one of dozens of restaurants,cafes and assorted eateries, is atravel experience to remember. There
are many wonderful restaurants onthe Sunshine Coast. With theprodigious farming communitysupplying a wondrous selection ofspecialised salads, herbs, Asianvegetables, red-claw lobsters andducks; it is no wonder that theregion’s chefs are so creative.Emerging centres of culinaryexcellence are Noosaville, SunshineBeach, Coolum, Mooloolaba,Yandina and the ever popularMontville and Maleny.
NORTHSHORE/
COLOURED SANDS
Across the river to the North Shore,a four wheel drive will take you alongmore than 40km of pristine sands,past the magnificent coloured sandsof Teewah, the time-worn shipwreckof the Cherry Venture, and on toRainbow Beach. From here it is ashort ferry ride to world heritagelisted Fraser Island – the world’slargest sand island.
Full and half day tours operatefrom Noosa regularly, and four wheeldrive hire cars are available fromseveral companies.
EUMUNDI MARKETS
A visit to the Eumundi markets is animperative of any Noosa holiday.The sleepy, historic township ofEumundi comes alive every Saturdaymorning, with one of Australia’s bestcountry/craft markets. Set in theshade of ancient fig trees, theMarkets operate from around6.00am till 2.00pm, and seriousmarket-goers know to be early.Restaurants and coffee shops provideunique local tastes for breakfasts,snacks and lunches.
FISHING
Fishing in Noosa is especiallygood and includes beach, rock,estuary, river and reef fishing. Daytrips to deep sea, outlying reefs and(in season), billfish habitats operateregularly. Boats can be hired forexpeditions up the Noosa River, lakesand estuaries.
SPORTS/RECREATION
Beyond the dunes, Noosa is ahive of activity and adventure.Indulge in your favourite pastime or
Kin Kin
Old Bruce Hwy
• Susan SchmidtGallery
•White Patch Gallery
Caboolture •
• Tiffany Jones Gallery
SUNSHINE COAST
GALLERIESNOOSA HEADSCoopers Beachside Art Sandy Bottoms Gallery
NOOSA JUNCTIONCoast Art & WaresPutipula Gallery
NOOSAVILLENoosa Picture FramingNatalie Dyer by apt.Tony Wellington
TEWANTINDesert Rain GalleryGlenise Clelland
EUMUNDIThe GalleryTina Cooper Glass ArtMango Art
KENILWORTHLasting Impressions
COOLUMAnne Everingham StudioThe Beachhouse Gallery
BUDERIMTiffany Jones GalleryArt Nuvo
YANDINAYandina Historic House
Touring the coast
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experience the thrill of tryingsomething new.
Golf: From a leisurely par three tothe award winning, five star courseat the Hyatt Regency Coolum –Noosa is a golfers paradise. NoosaSprings, the only championship golfcourse in Noosa, located just threekilometres from cosmopolitanhastings Street, is a golfers paradise.Set amidst subtropical gardens andbordered by rainforest, the five-starMediterranean style clubhousefeatures an award winning gardensand restaurant and offers panoramicviews of Lake Weyba, the golfcourse and hinterland. Tennis: Privateand Public courts are available atNoosa Springs and on GympieTerrace Noosaville.
Abseiling: From the beginner’scliffs, to thrilling rock faces at Mt.Tinbeerwah. Sea Kayaking andcanoeing.Mountain Bikeriding. Horse ridingand camel treks.Indoor climbing.
PEREGIAN
BEACH
Peregian BeachVillage, nestled onthe beachsidebetween Coolumand Noosa, is aquietly happeningplace. The localsknow, the regularvisitors from Sydney, Brisbane,Canberra and Melbourne know, andnow, so do you! Peregian Villagehas a unique European appeal – theVillage Square is a series of shopsformed around a square villagegreen, with a stage on one end andbounded by pandanus trees.Children romp around, cyclists dropin for coffee, families have picnics onthe grass, all within walking distanceof a beautiful, quiet, patrolledbeach.
NOOSA
Noosa is the travellers’ gatewayto World Heritage listed FraserIsland. With more than forty fresh-
water lakes, towering forests, crystalclear streams and kilometres of whitesandy beaches, Fraser Island is anational treasure. The island isaccessible by four-wheel drivevehicles, which can be hired fromNoosa or alternatively, take one ofseveral guided day tours whichoperate daily.
YANDINA
The historic township of Yandina,just north of Nambour and 115 kmNorth of Brisbane, offers the visitoran exciting range of old and newfeatures.
Keep an eye out for bargains inantiques, interior design, Honey AntGallery in the heart of Yandinavillage hand crafted colonialfurnishings, antiquity jewellery andcollectable as you explore the fineexamples of early Queenslandarchitecture along Yandina's main
street. There isalso anopportunity tobrowse at theSaturdaymarkets for arts& crafts, bric-a-brac, plants &local produce.But be sure notto miss the otheroutstandingattractions. Youcan explore theworld's largest
ginger-processing plant and samplesome ginger delights at the famousGinger Factory.
Then walk across the road to theNutworks to discover howmacadamia nuts are processed.
Drive our scenic roads and marvelat the Maroochy Wetlands, picnic atDunethin Rock or Wappa Dam andwaterfall. Explore our MaroochyRiver offering magic waterways, fishand crabs.
Discover Yandina on the SunshineCoast Hinterland.you'll be glad youdid!
TRAVELLING TIMES BY CAR:Brisbane to Caloundra 1 hr
Brisbane to Maroochydore 1 hr 15 mins
Brisbane to Noosa 1 hr 45 mins
Brisbane to Gympie (Cooloola Coast)
2 hrs 30 mins
Brisbane to Hervey Bay 3 hrs 30 mins
Brisbane to Bundaberg 4 hrs 30 mins
Darling Downs to S/shine Coast2 hrs 30 mins
Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast 2 hrs 30 mins
Eventful Noosa With its sub-tropical climate, energetic community and beautiful scenery, Noosa is
naturally the perfect setting for events. The best in their field come to guest chef,
perform and compete in sporting events, while others join a vibrant arts community,
visit local markets and enjoy a broad-brushed range of cultural pursuits. There really is
something for everyone.
Art on Hastings Friday 25 – Sunday 27 September, 2009
Presented by four galleries – Jive Art, David Hart Galleries, The Cooper Gallery, and Peter
Lik, Art on Hastings will showcase works from new and emerging artists.
Each gallery will host an exhibition of new works, be joined by guest gallery the Red
Desert Gallery from Eumundi and feature gallery walks and artist’s studio tours, art
classes for the children, talks by leading Australian art authorities, book signings and
demonstrations. More information: www.jivedesign.com.au.
Noosa Beach Classic Car Show Sunday 27 September 2009
This event started in 1988, has become one of the most prestigious classic car shows
in Australia and is featured in many prominent international motoring magazines.
Some of the past Marques of the year have been Ferrari, Porche, Lamborghini, Maserati,
Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Corvette and this year the Marque is Bristol which has been
made in England by the car division of the Bristol Aeroplane Company since 1947, and
is still being produced today.
The show takes place in the Lions' Park with about 300 historic and classic cars
including 40 to 50 Bristol cars with models from 1947 to 1975
Full details: www.noosacarclub.com.au
Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival
Wednesday 28 October – Sunday 1 November
The festival brings together an irresistible mix of sport and entertainment coupled
with sun, sea and surf with swimming, cycling, running and triathlon events for everyone
from 7-80+, two golf tournaments (celebrity and corporate), a massive sport and lifestyle
expo, corporate/VIP facilities and a serious after-party you’ll also need to train for.
The highlight is the triathlon which draws 5,500 triathletes each year to the Olympic-
distance course (1.5km swim, 40km cycle, 10km run). The Noosa Tri is the 3rd largest
triathlon in the world only surpassed by London and Chicago.
Supporting events on the program include: Eyeline 1000 Noosa Ocean Swim – past
winners include Grant Hackett and Kieren Perkins. Asics 5km Bolt – past winners include
Sonia O’Sullivan and Craig Mottram, the Noosa Cycling Criterium featuring the likes of
Tour de France stage winners Robbie McEwen and Cadel Evans.
Add a whole host of high profile personalities for celebrity spotting and it’s little
wonder spectator numbers swell to more then 30,000 with a total of 8,500 competitors
across all events. Details: www.usmevents.com.au
Noosa Historic Hill Climb Saturday 14/Sunday 15 November 2009
Affectionately known as 'The Hill', it all began in 1998 and is run by the Noosa Beach
Classic Car Club and the Historic Racing Car Club (Qld). It has developed into a first class
event with many well known racing personalities from across Australia as well as local
Queensland racing identities all vying to be the fastest on the day.
The Hill is seductively attractive to drivers. Fourteen corners in lightning succession are
a few too many for easy recollection and they all have their tricks. There’s a good hot mix
surface and with automated traffic-light-starting systems, cars get away at intervals of
less than 30 seconds allowing the participants the potential to achieve six runs per day.
Details: www.noosacarclub.com.au
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THE SKIES OVER COOLUM BEACH WILLTRANSFORM INTO A KALEIDOSCOPE OF
COLOUR WITH ONE AUSTRALIA’SLARGEST KITE FESTIVALS.
The 9th annual IGA Coolum Kite Festival, will attract
some of the best national and international kite
flyers who will showcase their impressive skills on
3/4 October, 2009. A crowd of over 40,000 people is
expected to attend.
Kites of all shapes and sizes will be on display
including some massive character and theme-based
kites. Spectators will also have the opportunity to
participate in a series of windsock, kite and lantern-
making workshops.
There will be plenty of action in the water too, with
top quality kite surfing demonstrations. Sixty top kite
surfers will battle the waves in one of Australia’s biggest
downwind events, the ‘Off the Lip’ kite surfing challenge.
The festival is not just about kites. There will be
fireworks, roving
performers, food and
market stalls, night-time
skydiving and sand
sculptures as well as a
kids’ zone with loads of
activities for children of all
ages.
IGA Coolum Kite Festival president, Gem Lewis says
that the skies will be alive with the spectacular array of
kites during the day and the evening program will
provide a diverse range of entertainment by moonlight,
including fantastic live bands: “We are excited about the
high calibre of international kite flyers at this year’s
event and are confident that the festival will continue to
attract the rave reviews it has received in the past.” Visit
www.coolumkitefestival.com for more information.
3/4 October, 2009 Coolum Beach
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