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NOVEMBER 2023 EDITION #40

Renovators Edition

Restoring the houses of the past A third generation builder preserves old Queenslanders into the future

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COV E R STOR Y

by Celine Louie

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IT’S ALRIGHT TO GO ‘ALL WHITE’

f ever there was a type of house that pulls at the heart strings, a Queenslander must certainly be at the top of the list.

family home in the heart of Maryborough that is a tribute not only to the past but to Australia’s beachy way of life.

Introducing Mel and Duncan Board, two people who fell in love with a Queenslander in dire need of renovation, and who, over the course of one year, transformed their early 1900’s aptly nick-named ‘Shrine to Pine’ into a stunning, light-filled, awardwinning Coastal Queenslander.

“I wanted to give the kids an in-town experience so they could be closer to their friends,” Mel recalls.

Defined simply as a wooden house, built on a platform with a wide verandah, Queenslanders are an icon of our Australian heritage. These breezy, character-filled homes are known to stir up deep feelings of nostalgia and are the very definition of what life in Queensland is like.

Mel is an early childhood teacher by day and selfconfessed renovating show addict by night. She’s the energetic ‘ideas woman’. Duncan, a building designer, knows what can and can’t be done, and manages to calmly bring Mel back to earth.

Together, with the help of their good friend and Queenslander renovation expert Dean, from Dean Wright Builders, they formed a renovating trio like no other to create a Master Builder award-winning

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As a family of six, living just out of town on five acres, life was flowing quite nicely for the Board family until early 2020, when an unexpected move to Boonooroo during Covid put a spanner in the works and it was there that Mel decided they’d benefit from a move to a more central location.

Once the search for a new home started, they quickly found a Queenslander in town. Laden with termites, an asbestos ceiling, and affectionately labeled ‘The Brown Cow’, due to its dark timber and oiled external cladding, it wasn’t without its long list of problems. Pushing through with a vision, Duncan drew up plans for a large extension. However, the hefty quote to do it forced a rethink.

“I cried so much over that house. I had fallen in love with it. It had such beautiful character features.

But Duncan never liked it; he just saw the work, whereas I just saw the love,” Mel says.

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Mel’s secret to styling a house is to keep it simple.

“Less is more. I regularly put stuff out and go no, that’s too much, and put it back. I generally go for a neutral colour palette because I find that calming”, Mel says.

“I like to decorate with little bits of the same type of thing such as rattan, natural wood, greenery from plants, sticking to natural textures, nothing too busy.

“I do love a good traditional Queenslander, but it’s not my style, not my style of furniture. I like to keep all the beautiful features of a Queenslander while adding a modern touch,” She admits.

The couple sing Dean’s praises for the way he supported them through the monumental build. Being a friend first, he may have experienced the highs and lows of the emotions going through Mel a little more

“Then this house came up, and it was like someone had our list. It was big, had five bedrooms - which is hard to find - a large deck to entertain on, and a pool.

It was on the street we wanted. It really ticked all our boxes so we put an offer in that afternoon”.

Then began a year-long renovation project, transforming a house with oppressive dark pine floors, half walls and ceilings, sandwiched between dated lemon-painted walls. Evidence of many changes to the layout made by previous owners was made glaringly obvious at every turn, by the many doorways.

Now everything is painted white, Mel’s favourite decorating colour.

“Duncan has always teased me about it,” Mel admits with a smile. “He says to all the trades ‘she can have any colour, as long as it’s white’. But it works,” she laughs.

The end result is an open plan, light-filled, breezy, coherent house that works for their large family.

“Duncan’s the one who’s good at making things work. I just come up with the idea, and he gets on his computer and to see if it’s possible,” Mel says.

Removing unnecessary walls and opening up the spaces has allowed air to flow and has made lots of room for their large family to spend time together, while cleverly incorporating extra storage into otherwise un-used spaces, which addresses the usual complaint about the lack of storage in a typical Queenslander.

Mel has selected sheer floor to ceiling curtains white of course - to draw the eye to the impressive height of the living room ceiling and its exquisite pressed metal finish that could otherwise go unnoticed.

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I generally go for a neutral colour palette because I find that calming.”

than your average builder, but his calm nature and extensive building experience ensured that there were no major hiccups. The biggest challenge was keeping all of Mel’s creative ideas within budget.

“Sometimes you can have ideas, but you have to ask yourself, do I need to do it? Does it function as it is? Sometimes you have to bank the ideas for the future,” Mel concedes.

When asking Mel what advice she would give those contemplating buying a Queenslander to renovate, she jokes: “Duncan would say ‘don’t buy one’, but I would say you’ve got to be able to walk in and be able to imagine how you could live in it.”

The home they have created is certainly one designed for living life every day, incorporating functionality and style for a large family.

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W ISE W ORDS

by Celine Louie

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nyone arriving on the doorstep of Dean and Monique Wright’s house can immediately sense the love, care and respect for preservation that has gone into their beautiful heritage-listed home perched high above the Mary River.

As we sit down to chat in their newly built pergola, a space brimming with the same old-world charm as his 141-year-old house, time seems to stand still.

The stately, yet understated surroundings reflect Dean’s easy-going nature. While he’s clearly not one to yell it from the rooftops, speaking with him you quickly realise this man is ahead of the game when it comes to renovating and refurbishing the many Queenslander and heritage homes that line the streets of Maryborough and beyond.

Dean is the third generation of the family that established W.D Wright & Sons in 1947 and felt drawn to continue in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. He brings to the business the deep knowledge that can only be acquired as a thirdgeneration builder. Like those who taught him, Dean is driven to preserve history, restoring the houses of the past.

That said, as a teenager making choices about which direction to head in Year 11, he flirted with some other ideas.

“I wanted to be a marine biologist. Back then everyone wanted to be one, ” he laughs. “But when dad said ‘Oh you might want to come and work for me’ it was the nudge I needed.”

It was an easy decision to leave boarding school and head back to Maryborough to start an apprenticeship with his dad, Graeme Wright.

Fortunately for Dean, Graeme was very hands on.

“He always had his nail bag on”, Dean said, explaining this gave him ample opportunity to learn all he could from his father, as well as from the older tradesmen who worked for him and grandfather Bill Wright. Which is how the skills of the building pioneers were passed down the generations to him.

“Dad just wanted to make sure things were done properly, that’s why he had such a good name in building. And he taught me that”.

Renovating Queenslanders is certainly not for the faint-hearted. Their deep history brings with it many challenges.

“As you’d expect, when these houses were built, the lack of technology meant that walls were built out of level, and these days many of the unique moldings and fixtures are no longer in production so need to be reproduced manually,” Dean said.

“Some people come up to a wall that’s out of level, and they end up in the fetal position, rocking”, he laughs jokingly “But, we’ve done so many renos, I just know how to sort this out”.

The more we talk the more it’s clear that Dean is well versed in anything to do with renovating heritage homes. His calm nature and ‘can-do’ approach are perfect for all the challenges that renovating these not-so conventional houses present.

Armed with the knowledge acquired by three generations of builders, and the added knowledge of modern innovation, Dean ensures that jobs are completed to a high level of craftsmanship.

“Being well connected with other trades in our local area is a must,” Dean says, and he has an array of equally talented people he can call on to get the job done when it comes to getting specialty items replicated.

Working closely with well-regarded local joiners such as Chris White from White Woodworks, and Graeme Palmer from G & J Woodwork, allows Dean to ensure all new work completed to renovations and restorations seamlessly fit into the existing style of the house, something he is very passionate about.

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Dad just wanted to make sure things were done properly, that’s why he had such a good name in building. And he taught me that.”

“I like to make it look like it’s been there 100 years”, he admits.

“Without these people you wouldn’t be able to do it as well”, Dean acknowledges.

What’s even more special is the well-established working bonds between these craftsmen that go back to the days of his predecessors, with Dean’s father Graeme, working closely with Brian White, Chris’ dad making machine timber moldings when needed.

Born and bred in Maryborough, Dean always felt he would stay and settle there long-term. However, in his 20’s and having finished his apprenticeship he decided to head to the Gold Coast to try his hand at new builds for a change, and experience life outside of Maryborough for a while.

Things took a turn when his mother and father were involved in a bad car accident. His father’s ‘hammer hand’ and shoulder blade were severely injured, forcing Graeme into retirement. With a family business to run, Dean and his wife Monique decided it was the right time to move back to Maryborough.

A lot has changed since his grandfather Bill Wright started the business and Dean admits the building industry is much easier since his grandfather’s time when everything was done by hand. These days builders no longer need to hand-saw copious amounts of timber, and the use of cordless power tools and mobile phones has been a game-changer.

“Dad always had to be so well organised as there were no mobile phones. He’d have coins in his work Ute and the first thing he’d do when he was quoting on a job would be to check where the closest phone box was, Dean recollects.

“Dad taught me to be organised”, a valuable skill even in today’s modern world,” Dean claims.

A quiet achiever, Dean has let his achievements do the talking. The winner of numerous Master Builders and

Heritage awards, entering competitions fell off his radar as time became scarce and work piled up.

It took a call from Wide Bay Master Builders to coax him back into competition this year, and Dean agreed to enter some of his recent work in the 2023 Wide Bay Burnett Master Builders Housing and Construction Awards.

A fitting choice was the recently completed lengthy home renovation undertaken for Mel and Duncan Board. Competing against seven other builders, Dean Wright Builders’ Coastal Queenslander won the ‘Home Renovation Project from $200,000 to $400,000’ category, and is now a finalist in the QLD Master Builders State awards.

Fame can come in unlikely of ways, and it’s not just the Master Builders who recognise Dean’s special contribution to the building industry. Dean laughs as he recounts how one of his clients was so happy with the work he completed on her house that she asked to keep one of his saw horses, marked and covered in white and green paint and insisted that Dean autograph it. It now sits proudly on her back verandah as a tribute to the amazing job he did on her house.

Keeping clients happy is certainly a main motivator for Dean, and nothing makes him happier than the reactions he gets from his satisfied clients.

“I love building the structure and then seeing the client’s reaction when they are as happy as Larry”, he admits.

Maryborough’s history is encapsulated in beautiful old Queenslanders but could one day be lost without expert craftsman such as Dean Wright to help preserve it.

Thankfully Dean still has many years of service left in him, and having trained his fair share of apprentices we can be hopeful that our historical buildings will be preserved well into the future, regardless of whether there will be a fourth generation Wright to take over the business.

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by Amanda Lonsdale

DEATH CLEANING

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ave you heard of Death Cleaning? It can be a bit strange, scary, or dark for many of us to talk about mortality. I’m going to make it fun and wholesome in a ‘New Years Resolution’ kind of way.

Many people around the world have their own traditions and rituals around death. Vikings were known to be buried with all of their possessions.

If this was still a common practice today it has been said that we’d all need an Olympic sized swimming pool for each of our graves!

Death Cleaning became topical a few years ago when Margareta Magnusson published a book called ‘Swedish Death Cleaning’. Since I’m not Swedish, we’re going to focus on ‘generic’ Death Cleaning – but I definitely recommend the book for an interesting and quick read!

Over the last decade, I have lost many loved ones. These experiences turned my passion for minimalism into a strong awareness of death; what makes a ‘good’ death and sparked an interest in Death Cleaning. Minimalism and Death Cleaning are both similar and yet very different. The main differences are the intention, motivation, and thoroughness.

What is Death Cleaning?

Swedish culture believes in being prepared for death, they often do this type of ‘cleaning’ when someone is close to retirement age or if someone’s health starts to decline. Margareta

writes in her book, “a loved one wishes to inherit nice things from you… not all things from you”.

Unlike regular decluttering you aren’t doing it just for yourself, you’re also doing it for the people you will leave behind.

Death Cleaning is a form of self-care. The object is not to sit in an empty room until you die.

It is to only own things that you use and love, and to remove the excess that is weighing you down, and will weigh down your family.

If our loves ones don’t want our items right now, chances are, they won’t ever want them. If I’m feeling stuck giving something away because it was expensive, I consider this: the money has already been spent. It’s not a loss to give it away.

Death Cleaning is a process. Life moves on, our families grow up, our hobbies change, our clothes wear out and we receive gifts. Death Cleaning is a learned skill that takes time and practice. There may be some grieving along the way. We will always need to revisit Death Cleaning, but it gets easier.

Who should Death Clean?

Everyone. I’m a member of a Swedish Death Cleaning Facebook group with over 25 thousand members from all around the world. There are members as young as 20 and as old as 80, but most members are in their 50’s and 60’s. Their most common piece of advice- Start earlier! The task will only become harder as we grow older.

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They say we spend the first half of our life collecting things and the second half removing them.

Many people are weighed down by trinkets that belonged to the deceased. Some of these items they don’t even like, but store out of guilt. Start having conversations with your loved ones about your possessions. Release them from holding onto anything because of your own attachment to it.

If I give someone a present, I understand that it may not stay with that person forever, once it’s theirs they are free to do what they want with it.

Here’s a tip: consumable and experience gifts are wonderful!

We will all reap the benefits of Death Cleaning while we’re here, and our families will reap the benefits when we’re gone. That’s an act of love for everyone!

When should we Death Clean?

Let’s do our Death Cleaning now and get to enjoy all the benefits. Let’s learn to make empty space normal and experience living in a home that is decluttered, organised and well maintained before we die. Once I have decluttered an area or zone, I like to appreciate it and congratulate myself for responsibly taking care of my stuff.

There are designated days every year that society tells us we should bring items into our homes en masse; birthdays, Christmases etc. But

no one ever tells us to get rid of our stuff. Don’t hold onto things that don’t support your best life.

Death Cleaning takes a long time and needs consistent progress. Recognise it will take a long time just like all other worthy things in life. If you don’t have the time to go through your things, what makes you think your family will have the time after you’re gone?

How do we Death Clean?

There are both physical and mental challenges when we Death Clean. Try to release the emotional responses. It’s just stuff. Remember it’s the living breathing people and pets that we love, that are most important.

It might be helpful to reach out to friends and family for support, help and encouragement.

Let them know your intentions. You could also consider hiring help. When we start having these conversations with our loved ones, be aware that they may think we are dying (we all are!). Try not to assume what family will want, and not make anyone feel obligated to keep anything. If they do want something, write down where it came from and why it is special to you.

It takes multiple sweeps when decluttering, I recommend leaving your sentimental items until last. Just like muscle memory, it gets easier.

Happy tossing!

If you have any questions or want to talk about Death Cleaning, I’d love to chat! My email is: amandablueschool@gmail.com

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What first got you into music? And who inspired you to make music?

I’ve always loved listening and singing along to music, my earliest memories of music come from family road trips when I was little where I used to sing along with my family to all the songs on the radio. Matchbox Twenty and Foo Fighters have always been huge inspirations of mine and they’ve had a massive impact on the way I perform and the styles of music I listen to and play.

Another inspiration I had to make music was both my music teachers in highschool, Mr Hardy and Mrs Zande, without their support and teaching I wouldn’t be anywhere near where I currently am.

What is it about music that makes you feel passionate?

The thing that makes me passionate about music is the fact I’m able to connect with others and create something that people can universally enjoy. I love being able to give back to people and music is something that really enables that while also bringing joy to myself in the process.

What’s the best piece of advice another musicians ever gave you?

The best advice I’ve ever been given was that it’s never too late to try something new.

Who’s your dream musician to collaborate with and why?

My dream musician to collaborate with would of course be either Rob Thomas from Matchbox Twenty, or Dave Grohl from Foo Fighters Instagram: @ rileymcintyre.official Facebook: @rmcin.official

Do you write your own music?

I write my own music and have some already released as well as an album on the way soon.

Where we can find your music?

You can find my music on all platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, ITunes and anything else you can think of! My music is all released under the name Riley McIntyre, you can also find me on social media.

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he Melbourne Cup is the world’s premier handicap distance thoroughbred race. It’s called ‘the race that stops a nation’ because most of the country takes a day off for the race.

The carnival atmosphere extends to every city and regional town in Australia, as cup fever takes hold; restaurants are booked out well in advance, and private gatherings are part of the fun.

The event is a massive drawcard for Victoria, bringing thousands of visitors from Australia and around the world and contributing millions to the state economy. Attracting over 300,000 people to the track, it has been the highlight of the racing calendar for over 100 years.

Here in Hervey Bay, there are many reasons to enthusiastically embrace the day, one of which is to splurge on a new outfit and wear the most extravagant hats or fascinators! It is the foremost opportunity to express your own personal style and fashion flair.

This month we’ve assembled a collection of prize-winning outfits, you can choose to style any of them with a stunning chapeau or just add some bling to your favourite sun hat!

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S M A RT M O NEY

by Kodie Axelson

SHOULD YOU SAVE OR SHOULD YOU BORROW?

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he renovator issue! Well, if there is a topic that I can relate to, this is surely it!

I have renovated many houses, my own as well as investment properties, and I’m back at it again as we speak! Renovating houses is such an amazing space to fulfill your creative cup, as well as your money-making cup. Two things I hold dear to me.

So how do you know if you should save up your cash to do your reno, or borrow using equity in your home?

Well first off, you need to know if you have equity in your home. In a general sense the equity you have in your home is the value of the property minus the debt held over it. Now, from a lending perspective you don’t have access to all that money so call me if you want to know how much can use!

It also depends on the size of the renovation. If you are using building plans and changing the structure of the property, and the renovation is quite costly, chances are you may need to have the bank value your property based on what it will be worth once the works are complete.

This process is very similar to a construction process when building a house from scratch. The bank controls the money, and it is paid in increments.

If you do not have sufficient equity in our home, but you are doing major renovations such as this, then this process can help you access the money you need.

When doing smaller renos or completing the work yourself you can save the money and begin when

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To decide whether you do this or not, I would consider what your cash flow looks like. If you’re saving to do the renos, history tells me you may be in a position where you don’t have a whole lot of spare cash.

But if you are saving a certain amount every week or fortnight towards your renos, you may want to ask yourself the question of “can I afford to increase my home loan to match as much as the amount I am saving, and get the works done straight away?” The extra dollars in repayments may be less than what you’re saving.

Depending on what type of reno you’re doing, and the extent of it, chances are you are going to increase the value of your home. The upside to spending money on your property is that you are increasing its value and therefore increasing the value of your asset base. This can lead to further opportunities such as buying an investment property using the equity you have generated by increasing the value of your property through renovations. THAT sounded like a mouthful! But it is exciting to dive into these figures to really see what you’re capable of!

It is an exciting step to take and one I am very well versed on. I would love to chat to anyone looking to renovate their home and what that path looks like for you now, and in the future.

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STYLE IT

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5 BATHROOM RENOVATION TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Seek out a professional Hire a licensed contractor with a current builders license. It ensures that the license holder is knowledgeable and qualified to do the job.

Bathroom layout Avoid changing the current layout if you don’t have to. Changing the electrical and plumbing can be expensive.

Set a budget Renovating an existing bathroom can result in finding unforeseen problems such as rotted timber in the walls and floor, leaking taps or damaged waterproofing. Give yourself peace of mind by allowing a little extra into your budget, If you are fortunate not to need it, you can always put the money into other upgrades, such as better tiles, a frameless shower screen or save it for a rainy day.

Consider lighting Natural light. Task lighting above the vanity is a must. Consider an IXL 3 in 1 combo light which comes with a fan exhaust and heat lamp.

Storage You can never have enough storage. Allow for inbuilt face height storage and drawers in the vanity. Inbuilt shelves are also handy if you have the space.

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THE B IG CA TCH

by Andrew Chorley

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INSHORE REEF FISHING

ovember see’s a good rise in water temps, and with this our inshore reef fishing will heat up along with pelagics on the bay. Please remember Barramundi season is now closed from November 1 and are strictly off limits apart from stocked impoundments.

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Platypus Bay has seen tuna schools move in with mostly mac tuna carving up the bait. Under the tuna golden trevally, school mackerel and tea leaf trevally can be found. Bait fisherman have reported scarlets, snapper, blackall and sweet lip on the reefs.

WIDE GROUNDS

Scarlets, snapper, hussar, cod and coral trout will be on offer. Over Break Sea Spit reports of some good small black marlin sessions have been reported. With low numbers inside, looking wide will be a good option.

LOCAL REEFS

The local reefs fished well this week with sweet lip, blackall, coral trout, grunter and cod being reported. In the shipping channels school mackerel and mac tuna have been reported. The odd longtail is in the mix with a few schools about on dawn.

URANGAN PIER

The Urangan Pier has been a little quiet but will improve in the coming weeks. Spanish mackerel, queen fish and golden trevally have been reported from the second channel. In the first channel whiting, gar and bream have been reported on the high tide.

SANDY STRAITS

In the Straits the fishing has been good over the past weeks. Whiting were good over the full moon with the night tides fishing the best. Grunter and flathead have been around the creek entrances, salmon can also be found working bait schools. In the Mary River system salmon can be found in the lower reaches. Putting the pots in will be a good option with some good numbers of mud crabs reported this week.

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Whiting have been active with specimens measuring up to 42 cm being caught in the Burrum River. Queenfish have been found herding up bait around the flats out the front along with school mackerel. On the Burrum 8 mile tuna schools can be found working. Live baits have produced golden trevally, cod and the odd late season snapper on the 8 mile.

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“Comfort, style, and the best fitting is what we are all about”, says Michelle, “and we have so many different styles that are unique to Maxines, with one size of every style, so be quick!

Colour is the hot topic for 2024- bright pinks, vibrant greens, brilliant oranges, anything goes! Sneakers with dresses, still in! Comfort and style- how good is that?

For our climate, always purchase leather, which is best for breathability.

A personal favourite for Michelle is the Emerald Green, so vibrant it just screams ‘Summer is HERE’! It’s such a fabulous colour perfect for any party outing, or you can choose sparkling metallics, also in season, to complete that celebration look.

Check out the soft and beautiful leather handbags- fresh and colourfula necessary accessory to complete that summer wardrobe.

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• Support your arches (if they need it).

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THE W AV E RIDER

by Celine Louie

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KEEP CALM, KEEP RENOVATING

ellow renovators, whilst life can get busy and chaotic, there are times in our journey when we feel compelled to stand back and take stock of where we are at on our personal inner renovating journey. Have you felt the pull lately?

Perhaps it’s time to admire the inner house you have created, appreciating all that you have become, and taking note of what adjustments need to be made for the future. For if you don’t love the home you’re in, how can you move through life with the happiness and ease that you deserve?

Life has a funny way of giving us a nudge when much needed renovations need to occur-but it is up to us to act. If we are too distracted by life in the outside world, we can forget to read the warning signs.

The little dark spot on the ceiling above our bed getting bigger as the days pass by, and it is not until we wake up with a constant drip on our head one night, and the threat of the upstairs bathtub falling through the floor, that we realise urgent work has needed to be done for a while.

At times life flows by and we feel like everything is just as it should be, content with the home we are in and all that surrounds it, we put our feet up and get a little lazy. However don’t get too comfortable; for we all know that as life progresses and changes, no matter how perfect the moment, there are always minor adjustments to be made.

It’s called living your best life, so step out of the renovating rut and be sure to always allow yourself room to grow and change, for this is the reason we are here after all- perhaps we just need to clean out the kitchen junk drawer every now and then, renovations don’t need to be big to be effective.

Renovating is certainly not something we can do alone, but be certain to be discerning when picking those that you will allow into your house. Not everyone is as kind and helpful as you may think, so choose wisely and only allow those that share the same vision and are willing to support you on accomplishing your dream home. You are worthy of that.

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Those moments in life can be emotional and unsettling, we can feel lost and alone, unsure what to do. But be assured that all that happens in our lives serves a greater purpose, and it is not until we get a chance to turn around and look back on these big life-changing events, that we realise life is so much better now.

One year down the track and we’ve not only found our dream house, but we’re now armed with new skills and a deeper understanding of what really matters to us. We see the silver lining and appreciate the amazing renovators we have become. Change is good.

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PSYCHICS AND MEDIUMS

HOW DO THEY KNOW WHAT THEY KNOW?

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ave you ever had an intuitive reading with a psychic or a medium? If so, were you surprised by how much they understood about you and your life, even if you had never met them before?

This month I’m discussing the difference between a psychic and a medium, as well as how they receive their information - in other words, how they ‘do what they do’.

Did you know that a psychic (sometimes called a clairvoyant) is not necessarily a medium?

A psychic uses their heightened intuition to tune into your personality and your life. They receive clues through sensing your feelings, seeing images, hearing words or songs, ‘just knowing’ and perhaps even tasting or smelling something relevant to you. Most psychics work with their strongest spiritual senses. For example, one psychic may feel and see relevant information, while another may predominantly hear and know things. The focus of the reading is on your life and any questions you may have about issues such as work, relationships, family, travel, general wellbeing and finances.

Much of the information a psychic receives comes from your energy field, which is also known as your aura. The aura is like a library of your life. It stores your thoughts, feelings, memories of events, hopes, desires and fears. Spiritual information such as soul lessons or past lives can also be read in the aura by talented psychics. Psychics are helped by their spiritual guides so that you receive the most helpful reading possible.

In contrast to a psychic, a medium receives their information directly from persons in the spirit

world. A medium should be able to provide you with credible evidence of life after death. Ideally, a medium’s evidence allows you to clearly identify the spirit communicator. The medium may share information about the spirit person’s relationship to you, their personality and memories of the spirit person’s life that you can validate. There may also be a meaningful personal message for you that helps you to heal from grief or face current problems.

Like psychics, mediums receive their information through heightened senses of feeling, seeing, hearing, knowing, tasting and smelling. All mediums are psychics, but not every psychic is a medium, since not every psychic can bring evidence from the spirit world. If you really want to hear from a loved one in spirit during a reading, it is best to check that your reader has that ability when you book.

A good reading is one in which the evidence is relevant, accurate and helpful. Never make life decisions based on the information from any spiritual reader. You must always make your own decisions and be responsible for the outcomes.

An ethical reader will not tell you what to do and will never give information that would cause you distress or harm. Remember also that many events in the future change with our free will.

Until next time, have a wonderful month.

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I NSPIRATIONS

by Alison Dunlop

NOVEMBER INSPIRATION

Just as a home needs renovations or maintenance, so do our mind, body and soul. Some examples of renovations can include the - body - through eating nutritious foods, exercise, and the taking of supplements and

- mind/soul - through daily practises of self reflection through mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, journaling or seeking alternative therapies such as kinesiology.

Capricorn Dec 22 -Jan 19

Cancer June 21- July 22

Aquarius Jan 20 - Feb 18

Leo July 23 - Aug 22

Are you a people pleaser Capricorn? Be cautious this month, of people trying to sway you into doing something your heart is not in. Start today, and make a promise to be true to you. It is actually okay to walk away from things that don’t feel right. It is very freeing to honour yourself!

There is a possibility this month that conflict may arise, and I feel you may be tested. My suggestion is to step back from reacting.

If people start pushing your buttons, step back, keep your cool, and trust that you can find the solution to handle any of these situations easily. You’ve got this!

Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20

There is a need for a bit of relaxation this month, Pisces. Perhaps, the busyness of the year is catching up with you. It is time to feel the breeze on your face, or take a beach walk to align your body and soul. Grab some lavender essential oil, as it is amazing to help you wind down, after a hectic day.

Another tip, focus on your breathing and take some beautiful big breaths.

I feel November will be an important time to catch up with family and friends.

Support is highlighted this month for you.

Perhaps you will be of support to a loved one, or they will offer you love and support.

Either way it will be a special time for you to connect, because you are deserving.

Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22

I feel it is time for you to step out of your shell, and into your own power, Virgo. November provides a perfect opportunity, for you to take control and make things happen. Be firm Virgo, and believe in you. You do have what it takes, and you do have the inner strength. Take a chance on you, you are ready to bloom!

Aries Mar 21 - April 19

Libra Sept - 23 - Oct 23

Taurus April 20 - May 20

Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 21

Gemini May 21 - June 20

Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21

November is not a good time for you, Aries, to be taking any risks. I suggest sticking to what you know and trust. If unsure, before you make any decisions, research and ask for advice from a trustworthy source. Also some self nurturing time is indicated.

November is a great month for you Taurus.

I’m feeling it is time to turn over a new leaf, as there may be an opportunity for a fresh new start. This can be exciting, so embrace this new beginning. November will also be an energetic month somehow.

Either exercise wise or perhaps you are feeling the buzz of life.

Have you ever heard of the saying, Gemini, home is where the heart is? This month, it is indicated that you spend some time on nurturing and caring on the home front.

This could mean renovations associated with your physical home, or perhaps it is time to spend some time with family, or even self care.

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You are a winner Cancer, this month. Perhaps you may pick a winner on the Melbourne Cup, or you may be winning in life. You are on a roll, so keep moving forward with it. Stay confident, because success is imminent for you. Enjoy!

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You are on fire Libra. I am feeling you have got some great ideas going around in your head. You have the potential to be a real innovator this month! Grab any opportunities that come your way, and run with them. It is not a time to procrastinate, or feel fear. Just go for it!

November, is looking like the month, for a coming together of like minded souls. This could be a reconnection of old friendships, or perhaps you are aligning with your true tribe. Either way, there will be contentment, commitment and a sense of belonging with your relationships.

November is looking like a truly beautiful and happy month for you. I feel everything you experience this month, has the potential to give you immense joy. Perhaps, you are trusting life, or doing some inner work which is bringing peace. I encourage you to open up to seeing the very best in life!

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