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WELCOME Happy Spring!

It’s my favourite time of year in the region and I can’t wait to spend the entire month celebrating all things Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Time to check out the beautiful Chronicle Garden Competition entry and award-winning gardens, and soak up the sunshine while sipping a local drop and indulging in our best, fresh, local produce.

And I’m not going to lie, but I think a bit of a dance on Saturday night at the Festival of Food and Wine is on the cards. Check out our rundown of the Carnival frivolities on page 6 and 11.

Kate McCormack discovers the secret goings on at The Women’s Shed on page 8 and local boutique Smoke and Mirrors have our Weetwood racewear sorted on page 14.

And Style office baker and food-lover, Alyssa Welke, shares some sensational spring recipes from page 29.

So get out there this month, Stylers. The last couple of months I’ve realised we are so lucky to be able to get out and support our local businesses, who have really done it tough in the last 18 months. We really do live in a wonderful place so let’s celebrate!

Happy reading, Josie xx

On the cover The lovely Tai was photographed at Seaons on Ruthven Restaurant by Darcy Wilson.

Makeup and hair done by Luminosa, with flower crown created by Belle Bouquets and dress supplied by Smoke & Mirrors Boutique.

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It’s time for the Carnival of Flowers and The Chronicle Garden Competition!

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Get your scandi style on with this helpful guide

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Treat yourself to some sticky golden syrup and jam roly-polies

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Petal power

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Hair trends: back to the 2000s

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Prosciutto and spinach arancini

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Sewing solutions

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‘Halo’ spring with this makeup look

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Cheese & asparagus bruschetta

46 Picking a school for your child

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‘Tis the Season

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Chicken crepes

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Mocktails for your spring garden party

50 Inspiring Aussies with Olympic netball

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Scandi style

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Slow cooker creamy carbonara

40 Making your home greener

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Fabulous spring weddings

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Golden syrup and jam roly-polies

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56 Discover this month’s local events

Utilise the spring property rush

What’s on in Toowoomba’s art scene

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Petal power The iconic Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers kicks off this weekend with a full month of celebrations promising a bloomin’ good time for all ages, writes Josie Adams.

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What’s on all month

● Floral displays in all parks and public spaces including feature blooms in Queens Park, the Botanic Gardens and Laurel Bank Park, as well as floral chalk art. ● #trEATS regional food trail which shines the light on cafes, restaurants, bars and pubs with floral inspired dishes – 36 eateries took part in 2020, with many more flavour-makers expected in 2021. ● The famed Talking Pubs tours will be held every Sunday with more to be announced. ● The stunning light-filled Night Garden in the Botanic Gardens. ● Parkland entertainment featuring local musicians and entertainers. ● Twilight Tours in Laurel Bank Park. ● The popular dog-friendly Petals and Pups program. ● Guided and non-guided walking tours ● Cobb + Co Museum will have a packed program for young and old to discover ● Community events, gardening experiences and gardening displays will be happening across the month

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here’s power in petals. The multiaward-winning Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers has unveiled a joy-filled month-long program of celebrations for 2021. An extension of the 10-day event that has taken place in Queensland’s city on the range for the past 72 years, and a sign of the success of its COVID-19 planning.

Taking centre stage over the new 30-day format are flowers and local flavours, as the event blooms into a truly region-wide experience for both locals and visitors.

TCOF 2020 was the first free, unfenced, outdoor, major tourism event in Australia to be delivered during COVID-19 restrictions and saw more than 200,000 visitors from all over Queensland attend. Toowoomba Regional Council Mayor Paul Antonio announced that TCOF 2021 would be extended from the usual 10day format to run the full month, from September 1 to 30, with Council’s gardeners preparing to plant over 190,000 blooms.

“In 2020, COVID-19 restrictions allowed Toowoomba Regional Council to bring forward the event’s five-year Strategic Plan and trial activations all September. We did this to ensure the safety and comfort of visitors, while also generating extended activity for local businesses, which is a key aim of the event. The results were outstanding,” he said.

“As a result, this year our incredible event will take place over 30 petal-filled days, to allow for greater visitation, business connections and community engagement.

Carnival of Flowers bloomed in the most wonderful way in a time no-one thought possible.”

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers had bloomed into a major Queensland event.

“This year’s extended event will mean even more visitors will be able to experience Toowoomba’s iconic Carnival during the region’s most spectacular time of year. Toowoomba’s month-long Carnival has blossomed into one of Australia’s favourite celebrations of food, wine, flowers and local produce. The extended format is expected to spread the carnival’s economic

benefit to the region by encouraging visitors to stay longer, supporting local jobs and Toowoomba’s economic recovery, which is already underway. The Palaszczuk Government is proud to be associated with the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

Toowoomba and Southern Queensland are ‘Good to Go’ as the State’s place to be this spring,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

Chair of the Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Services Committee Cr James O’Shea said the COVID-19 format of TCOF had become the blueprint for change in 2021, with new events added to the 2021 program and the welcome return of others.

“It’s with great excitement that we can announce the return of the famous Festival of Food and Wine, to be held from September 10 to 12

In a major coup for foodies, we will be bringing High Cheese to Spring Bluff.

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Hayden and Summer Cullen at Laurel Bank Park.

Weekend highlights September 3 - 5

● #trEATS regional food trail. ● Night Garden in the Botanic Gardens. ● High Cheese at Spring Bluff in partnership with Lockyer Valley Regional Council, hosted by famed chef and local produce champion, Alastair McLeod on Saturday, September 4. ● Talking Pubs and Foodie Dinners.

September 10 - 12 ● The Festival of Food and Wine returns in 2021 to Queens Park, celebrating the best in local produce, flavours and sips. Local and national music makers will star with the full line-up to be announced. ● Parkland entertainment, Talking Pubs.

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celebrating the best in regional produce and Australian music in Queens Park.”

“We also welcome back one of the highlights of Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in the Grand Central Floral Parade; it’s the event that stops the city, with thousands of families lining the streets to watch colour go by. It will be held on Saturday September 18 with an earlier start time of 10am, allowing crowds to enjoy a full day shopping, sightseeing and adventuring in our city.”

Cr O’Shea also announced two major new events for 2021.

“In a major coup for foodies, we will be bringing High Cheese to Spring Bluff, to be held in partnership with Lockyer Valley Regional Council and hosted by famed chef and local produce champion, Alastair McLeod! This will be an extraordinary experience, given it is happening at the beautiful heritage-listed station that boasts 150 years of railway history and magnificent gardens. Tickets to this will sell out fast.”

“We also welcome Cinema Under the Stars, a free community event in the leafy lawns of the Drayton and Toowoomba Cemetery, with a lineup of classic movies featured. What a fabulous new experience!”

● The Grand Central Floral Parade on Saturday September 18 at 10am. ● Side Show Alley in Queens Park returns in a kaleidoscope of colour, crazy and cool! ● The much-loved ferris wheel in the Botanic Gardens will be open for all ages. ● Talking Pubs and foodie dinners plus Parkland entertainment. *School holidays commence for QLD and NSW. September 24 - 26 ● Cinema Under the Stars at the Drayton and Toowoomba Cemetery. ● Night Garden, parkland entertainment, Talking Pubs, ferris wheel.

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers 2021 1 – 30 September 2021 ● The FULL PROGRAM is LIVE, tickets on sale now at tcof.com.au ● Accommodation, day trip and longer stay itineraries are also available.

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The most important thing in our shed is the camaraderie and sense of community.

Sewing solutions

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From mammal pouches to mastectomy pillows, Kate McCormack discovers what projects Toowoomba’s Women’s Shed have in the works to make a difference in their community.

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ot all heroes wear capes, but some of them certainly know how to make them. Warm winter capes and joey pouches for aged care residents are just a few of the dozens of items members of the Toowoomba Women’s Shed have been making over the past weeks.

Now, thanks to the donation of insulation panels from Metroll, these clever crafters will be able to create in comfort all year round.

What started as a small gathering of three sewers on Jean Turner’s daughter’s pagola in 2014 has turned into a fulltime charity group with more than 60 active shed members putting their love of community and craft to good use twice a week on from 9am-3pm.

Ms Turner explained that her passion for saving scraps of fabric started when she was volunteering for an op shop.

“I hated seeing all the odds and ends going in the bin so I started saving them and eventually I needed to do something with all of it so that’s why I started up the Toowoomba Women’s Shed,” she said.

“Now we make dozens of different craft items for hundreds of organisations including schools, hospitals, aged care centres, homeless refuges, soup kitchens, cancer treatment centres and even wildlife animal rescues.”

The Women’s Shed even has two male members now and welcomes everyone, even

those without much sewing experience.

“We have jobs and projects for all abilities, from threading ribbons into our school library bags to creating complicated fiddle mats for people with dementia and children with ADHD – we can even teach people how to use the sewing machines and get them up to speed on the overlocker,” Ms Turner said.

“The most important thing in our shed is the camaraderie and sense of community – it’s not about being the best seamstress or crafts person.”

Lorraine Muller has been sewing animal pouches for wildlife rescues ever since the summer bushfires struck last year.

Since becoming a member of the women’s shed a year ago, Ms Muller said the members had made thousands of pouches for Aussie creatures great and small right around the country.

“I originally came down to the shed to get my hands on some extra material to keep making pouches, but everyone here was so warm and welcoming I soon found myself coming in twice a week,” she said.

“It’s wonderful to be able to come and work together and find a shared purpose and passion again.”

To find out how you can get involved with the women’s shed or how you can make a donation of fabric and sewing materials, head to the Facebook page ‘Toowoomba Women’s Shed’.

Main picture: Lorraine Muller makes wildlife animal pouches.

Inset: Cheryl West enjoys her time at the Toowoomba Women's Shed.

Below left: Working on their Christmas donations after receiving a $5000 grant from Australia Post in 2019 are (from left) Margaret Graham, Jean Turner and Rosie Henderson.

Below right: Ricky Adams from Darling Heights State School loves the library bags and other items made for students at the Toowoomba Women’s Shed Pictured with the founder Jean Turner (right).

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DOWN TO EARTH Golden wattle seeds have returned to Earth after six months on the International Space Station, and now schools in the Darling Downs have the chance to plant their own space seed, writes Jarrard Potter

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chools across the Darling Downs have the opportunity to participate in an Australian-first experiment, with a parcel of Australian golden wattle seeds returned to solid ground after spending six months aboard the International Space Station.

Once the seeds receive biosecurity clearance, they will be released to the One Giant Leap Australia Foundation to distribute to schools across Australia for the inaugural ‘Seeds in Space’ educational program.

Foundation managing director Jackie Carpenter said she was more concerned about getting the precious cargo through customs from Japan than back from space.

“We managed to get these seeds onto a spacecraft, blasted into space and onto the International Space Station, and the most stressful part was getting them back into Australia,” she said.

“Thankfully embassy staff in Tokyo packaged them in an official Australian parcel to get them back home again.”

Ms Carpenter said schools in the Darling Downs now have the chance to get their hands on their own space seeds to take part in an experiment to see what effects space travel has had on their germination.

“It will take a two-year commitment to grow them, this has never been done before so we need

people really interested in actually doing the project,” she said.

Interested schools and community groups have been invited to film a two-minute video and submit a 200-word application on why they should be included in the experiment.

“We want smaller schools in rural and regional areas around Australia to be involved, and it’d be great to have some seeds growing in the Darling

The Space X ship (top) that carried the precious cargo of Australian wattle seeds to the International Space Station, and above, the parcel of seeds picked from a wild population in Victoria on the space station.

Downs,” Ms Carpenter said.

“The aim is to get it out of the city so people can make something of it and get the whole community involved.

“It’s an open ended program, there are certain things that need to be measured but it can be as big or as small as participants want to make it.”

The One Giant Leap Australia Foundation is supported by the Australian Space Agency on this project, in collaboration with Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency’s Kibo Research Module on the International Space Station.

The Australian Ambassador to Japan, Jan Adams AO PSM, will be presented with some of the returned seeds from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency in a ceremony at the Australian Embassy in Tokyo.

For more details on the program email info@seedsinspace.com.au, visit the One Giant Leap Australia Foundation website or Facebook page.

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‘Tis the SEASON Days are getting longer, flowers are blooming, and Seasons on Ruthven Restaurant is serving up some tasty local treats bound to put a spring in your step

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t’s the time of year that Toowoomba likes to get together, and Jodie Spence from Seasons on Ruthven Restaurant is looking forward to celebrating with food and wine this spring.

“More so than any other time, food and laughter with friends and family is one of life’s most enjoyable and simple pleasures,” Jodie said.

“A birthday, a promotion, a first date, a long overdue catchup, a special anniversary; whatever the occasion, there’s always something to celebrate!”

The food and wine bar has been delighting locals, visitors, and businesses for over twenty years with their extensive wine list, creative cocktails and a seasonal menu specialising in seafood and featuring local produce.

“Some of the real standouts on our current menu include our famous two-tiered seafood tower, plum duck, Moreton Bay bug mornay, seafood chowder served in a hot cob loaf and delicious garlic and chorizo crumb sea scallops.

“Our chefs focus on delivering high quality seasonal dishes packed full of favour with our menu offering a variety of dishes with something for everybody.”

Set back from the main street, the heritage-style restaurant features a chandelier in the main

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dining room with an enclosed air-conditioned veranda.

The open space offers romantic dining under the vines and beautiful garden surrounds.

“It’s a beautiful warm space with a nice mix of casual and formal dining.

“We often have guests arrive and say to us that they have driven past our restaurant for many years and this is their first-time dining with us,” Jodie said.

“The feedback is what makes what we do all worth it. They can’t believe that they have been missing out on dining here for all these years!

“It’s truly the best feeling. It never gets old, and it’s so motivating and wonderful to know that we have created an enjoyable dining experience.

“We feel absolutely blessed to have been supported for so many years by local, loyal and amazing customers.”

The Ambassador on Ruthven Motel is located directly behind the Seasons restaurant, allowing the venue to offer accommodation and restaurant packages to suit multiple events and special occasions.

Seasons on Ruthven is open seven days a week from 5.30pm and every weekend for lunch from 11.30am. Follow on Facebook Seasons on Ruthven Restaurant & Wine Bar Instagram @seasons_on_ruthven_restaurant

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So Scandi K Nine style staples you need to nail Scandi girl cool

Voluminous dresses Perhaps the most famed item in the Scandinavian wardrobe is the poofy dress. Over the last few years, Scandi girls and labels have championed the balloon sleeve and the empire waist.

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Colourful coordinates een purveyors of Scandi style will be familiar with the concepts of interior No-one balances colour and comfort quite like design they’ve introduced to us in Scandi Girls do. The ultimate combination of recent memory. “Hygge”, for one, both? The co-ord, of course. And as much as we meaning “cosiness”, and “lagom”, love a simple white tee and trousers, now’s not meaning “moderation”. Both have given us a the time to hold back. Dive headfirst into tieconception of the Scandi aesthetic characterised dyes, lysergic prints and matching sets that are by restrained minimalism—pale woods and offensively floral. It’s time to exteriorise elevated neutrals. Interestingly, these tenets unbounded joy. appear differently, if at all, in the world of Scandi Dad sneakers fashion. There’s plenty of hygge for sure, but lagom? One could argue that it’s quite the Contemporary fashion loves making the ugly opposite. beautiful. A couple of years ago, the industry Don’t make the mistake either of confusing resuscitated dad sneakers, and Scandi Girls Scandi style with that of the French. Indeed, haven’t looked back. “We often add sporty preachers of French and Scandi Girl lore enact elements to the mix,” Teisbaek says, “like androgyny to different ends. Parisian sneakers to a long gown for a day at the office.” insouciance is derived from the in-between, Time to retrieve those dirty grey New Balances practiced through pieces that blend the feminine from the back of your shoe closet. and the masculine—the boyishness of a blazer, Boxy blazers for example, or a button-up half tucked.

Scandinavians, on the other hand, embrace and The bolder, the better. Scandi Girl dressing amplify. Theirs is an aesthetic of extreme means standing out in all the best ways—so as contrasts. The exaggerated femininity of a puffmuch as you might adore your boxy black blazer, sleeved jacquard dress, paired with step outside the realm of basics and heavyweight combats or embrace full Technicolour. From red unabashedly dad-approved patent leather to teals and canary sneakers; a baseball cap and yellows, this is a joyful approach Long scarves Jesus sandals, layered over a to modern suiting. Don Keep the cold away in satin slip dress or disco suit. matching trousers for extra style with scarves the length If the French Girl is elegant brownie points. of your body. The oftenwithout trying, the Scandi Girl overlooked, ultra-warm Statement coats is playful, and purposefully so. accessory is the perfect way Comfort and colour take centre Forget trenches and camel to introduce a pop of colour stage. As Danish influencer coats. Scandi girls are making to an outfit.

Pernille Teisbaek tells Vogue, “we the case for embodying Birds of smocks. often add sporty elements to the Paradise. Patchwork green leather, mix, like sneakers to a long faux fur trimming, rainbow crochet and gown for a day at the office.” embroidered shearling—you name it, a Scandi Fellow Scandi influencer girl’s worn it. Nothing ties together a look like Emili Sindlev (whose closet statement outerwear, and they’re living proof. is a rotating colour palette of Lug sole boots emeralds and fuschias) also speaks to a collective adoration Scandi Girls are stompers, and there’s no of prints and bold hues, deeming better shoe to ground a girly dress than a “hot pink and shiny yellow” as chunky soled boot. Slip-on, flat and “the perfect summer statement—there are so many reasons combination”. to add this winter staple to your Of course, like the French Girl, wardrobe. the Scandi Girl is, to some extent, Collared blouses a myth—though her mythology itself has been a more We’re not talking about your contemporary development. standard button-up or Peter Pan You won’t find baguettes in collar. The Scandi blouse is bicycle baskets here. The Scandi milkmaid chic at its most Girl eats ricotta on toast and exaggerated, wide ruffled collars wears Saks Potts. She wipes underneath a pinafore or tucked into a blueberry jam off her Ganni jeans, mini skirt. and ’grams her gingham Bold knits tablescaping—hard cheeses, egg cups and a By Far bag in the corner.

Sweater vests and polo knits were a Is it all a fantasy? Perhaps. But it Scandi thing before they migrated to sure is a stylish one.

Oz. Try yours on for size in an Below, we round up the 9 oversized silhouette, or an eyewardrobe staples you need to nail catching pattern—a colourful Scandi Girl style. stripe or a gradient mohair.

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ith a passionate team and owner-founder Ellie at the helm, the boutique salon offers services such as tanning, make-up, waxing, brow shaping and other beauty using premium products – and the elegant store has just gotten bigger with the opening of Luminosa’s Insider Session space.

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Fabulous spring weddings Winter felt like it lasted forever, but spring is finally here! With the change of seasons comes the time for weddings, and Brides of Toowoomba has a gorgeous collection of bridal gowns in their showroom at 499 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City

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Back to the 2000s

Body+Soul beauty editor Kelsey Ferencak speaks to stylists on the hairstyles to re-spin.

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on’t be surprised if the tweens or teens in your life start asking if you held on to a multicoloured Louis Vuitton x Murakami purse or Von Dutch trucker hat from your youth.

Change is afoot.

Those who dictate streetstyle – Dua Lipa, Kendall Jenner, Gigi and Bella Hadid – are embracing the noughties,and the Instagram influencers are following suit... a Juicy Couture tracksuit, that is.

The ’90s may have been the retro trend of choice in recent years, but it’s making way for the proceeding era, when flip phones were bedazzled, Starbucks was an accessory, The O.C. was everyone’s favourite TV show and Kim Kardashian was just some

chick who cleaned out Paris Hilton’s wardrobe. It’s only a matter of time before we all succumb to the noughties reboot, so what does that mean for your hair?

with lots of face-framing layers and caramel chunky highlights. That and pretty much every reference of Marissa [Mischa Barton] from The O.C.,” he recalls.

What were the trends?

How do they look today?

There was so much going on back then. Thick, two-tone highlights sported by everyone from Beyoncé to Kelly Clarkson. The “bobby-pin bump” that was the go-to style of Lauren Conrad. The top-deck colour trend. The sweeping side fringes à la Nicole Richie. In Sydney, everyone was visiting hairstylist Joh Bailey for these celebrity-driven trends.

“It was an era where everyone was celebrity obsessed – Jennifer Aniston, supermodels like Gisele Bündchen, Miranda Kerr, Gemma Ward,” he says. “[It] also saw the birth of flathair, the centre part and beachy waves.

Colours were more natural, though, and less dramatic, the overall look more undonel.”

In Melbourne the biggest trend was Aniston’s grown-out ’90s “Rachel” style, says stylist Joey Scandizzo.

“It evolved into a mid-length style

Former besties Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie.

A new breed of celebrities and influencers are bringing back modern versions of zig-zag part lines, bubble ponytails and even more extreme colour exploration.

“We’re seeing a return of the twotone, blonde, chunky highlights with younger clients wanting to experiment with inspiration from Dua Lipa,” Scandizzo says.

“We’re also getting requests for longer, layered side fringes; and you wouldn’t believe how many Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid style references we get in a day.”

Millennial or older? There are styles for you, too. Look to Gigi Hadid’s caramel tones, Jennifer Lopez’s faceframing updo and Margot Robbie’s fresh-blonde locks.

“Today’s looks are an evolution of styles that began in the early parts of this century,” Bailey says.

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Halo, spring Spring time is here – and what better way to enjoy the warmer weather than diving deep into some bright, vibrant colours, writes brittanyleemonteith_mua

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A halo eye is simple, yet effective. Let’s get started!

Start by priming your eye lid with a concealer. No need to set with a powder after, as adding the shadow directly to a concealed base will help the eyeshadow pop.

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Time to add a light brown transition shade into the crease of your eye.

This will help the shadows blend, avoiding any harsh lines.

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With a dense packing brush, add a colour of your choice to the outer corner and inner corner of the eye, leaving the centre of the lid free. This is where we add our glitter. Grab your transition shade again on a fluffy blending brush and start buffing the edges of the shadow into your crease.

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Time for glitter!

Add a glitter to the centre of the lid with a flat packing brush.

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Next, mimic the above steps to your bottom lash line and add some highlight to the inner corner of your eye to add dimension.

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Now, add our favourite mascara!

Additionally, you can add some eyeliner to your waterline and a pair of false eyelashes for more volume.

Pair this look with a natural base and a lip colour of your choice.

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A crowning achievement Creating flower crowns, enjoying drinks and a ploughman’s platter surrounded by friends on a lovely spring evening? Yes please

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oowoomba Hospital Foundation is partnering with The Beauty Boutique on Bridge, The Royal on Ruthven, Belle Bouquets and Style magazine to create Flower Crown Making Workshops on Wednesday, September 8, and Thursday, September 9, from 6pm to 9pm each evening.

Belle Bouquets’ owner Lisel Vonhoff will take participants through the steps to create their own DIY crown with fresh blooms, which can then be worn as you enjoy the Carnival of Flowers in the following days.

Lisel has been creating bouquets since 2012, initially with hand-crafted paper flowers and then onto becoming a farmer florist.

Her blooms and arranging style have become much-loved throughout the Toowoomba region.

She uses her own flowers wherever possible and, if not grown herself, sources locally and organically.

While The Royal on Ruthven (189 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City) is hosting the workshops, all funds raised from the event will go towards upgrading Toowoomba Hospital’s paediatric oncology services.

It’s the tireless effort of Toowoomba Hospital Foundation (THF) that makes this possible – with 100% of donations and funds going directly to support patients and staff; none of these funds are used for administration.

THF has been supporting the community since 1991 through raising money to improve local health facilities and services at the Toowoomba Hospital, Baillie

Henderson Hospital, Mt Lofty Heights Nursing Home, and across public hospitals and health services in the Darling Downs region.

Over the years, THF has funded more than $15 million in facility enhancements, medical equipment, patient programs and staff training for Darling Downs Health, from the first donation of a

$400 breast pump in 1994 to the largest ever donation of $1 million in 2015 to the Toowoomba Hospital for their endoscopy unit expansion.

This year THF is hoping to raise $100 000 for the Toowoomba Hospital’s paediatric oncology services through their annual Christmas Appeal, usually starting in October – but this year you’ll be able to get in early with your support through The Beauty Boutique on Bridge Flower Crown Workshop!

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wellness Registered Nurse, Maureen Campiutti finished up at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba in mid-August, after 44 years.

Longest-serving nurse retires after 44 years St Vincent’s farewells Maureen Campiutti after decades of dedication.

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egistered nurse Maureen Campiutti finished up at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba in mid-August, after

44 years.

Maureen decided early on she wanted to become a nurse, while her twin sister decided to pursue a career in teaching. Born in Toowoomba, Maureen completed her nursing training at the General Hospital

before moving to Sydney in 1976 to study midwifery at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Upon completion of her studies, Maureen moved back to Toowoomba to undertake further training at Bailey Henderson Hospital in psychiatric nursing.

While completing this training, she was offered a job at St Vincent’s.

Maureen began working at St Vincent’s in May 1977, when she was 22 years old. She initially worked on the second floor medical ward for two years, before taking over as the ward manager- a role she held for five years.

Maureen has since worked in a variety of roles over the years, and has been the afterhours nurse manager in a permanent

capacity since 1997. She also completed the first hospital accreditation.

In 1984, Maureen gave birth to twins at St Vincent’s. After a quick break from work, she resumed her nursing role after five and a half months, working two nights per week. A short time off work like this was unheard of at the time.

Maureen has seen a lot of change at the hospital during her time here. There was no Intensive Care Unit or Emergency Department when she first started in 1977, however, the nun’s quarters still existed.

When asked about what she loved most about working at St Vincent’s, Maureen said it was definitely her fellow staff, and caring

Our people are at the heart of all we do. St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba would like to acknowledge each of our doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health, orderlies, CSSD, chefs, housekeeping, pastoral care, engineers, supplies, administration teams and volunteers. You put the care into healthcare. You show compassion, integrity and excellence to every one of our patients and their families. For this, we thank you.

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for the patients and their families.

“I have always been given great opportunities and support at St Vincent’s. I loved working with the nurse unit managers over the years. The teamwork between staff is very important.”

Maureen plans to enjoy her retirement spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is also going to be busy in the garden, and hoping to start a book club with friends.

“I would like to do some volunteer work down the track as well - perhaps in a nursing home.”

Mission executive Dr Mark Copland said there were not many staff members who did not know Maureen.

“Her 44 years of loyal service have bridged our current hospital with our founding Sisters of Charity. I have been privileged to witness Maureen’s commitment to patient care, especially ensuring there is always somebody there to support patients and their families emotionally and spiritually when times are tough. We wish Maureen every blessing in her retirement and hope she is proud of the crucial part of our 100-year-old story she has played.”

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba wishes Maureen all the best with her retirement. We are so grateful to have had Maureen as part of the St Vincent’s family for so many years.

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Champion of health care Local woman finalist for National Awards

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iz Wilkes of My Midwives has been named as a finalist for the 2021 AusMumpreneur Awards in multiple categories including AusMumpreneur of the Year and the award for Business Excellence.

The AusMumpreneur Awards presented by The Women’s Business School celebrate and recognize Australian mums in business achieving outstanding success in areas such as business excellence, product development, customer service and digital innovation.

The awards are designed to recognize the growing number of women who successfully balance motherhood and business in a way that suits their life and family.

Liz is a high achieving, entrepreneurial midwife who established Australia’s largest Medicare rebated private midwifery practice, My Midwives in Toowoomba.

My Midwives has grown from here to allow women to have the same midwife for their pregnancy, birth and post birth period with visiting access across six hospitals in Queensland and Victoria.

In 2018, Liz completed an MBA to take My Midwives to the next level of growth and now is involved in key partnerships in the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health sector to enable First Nations women to birth in hospital with their own midwife.

Liz was inspired by the women of Toowoomba and initially wanted to ensure women of the Darling Downs had access to the same models of care

If you want something done, you need to ask a busy person as were available internationally.

“I was inspired by women and their strength in mothering, and this has kept me going over the last decade and makes me so proud to be nominated in these national awards” Liz stated.

There are many benefits to balancing business and motherhood,

as Liz explains.

“I think that if you want something done, you need to ask a busy person.

“Having both business and life centred around motherhood is something that makes me feel proud and fulfilled at what I am providing my kids and the next generation”.

It can be challenging to be a

successful businesswoman while raising a family and Liz gives this advice for others thinking about starting their own enterprise.

“You have to be organized and focused. Having a passion as I do, for what I do, makes it feel like I am never at work. I also think having a good network is super important”.

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new doctor has joined the team at Evolve Women’s Health, providing greater choice for the women of the Toowoomba region.

Dr Christina Stevenson, an Australian trained specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist, said she was excited to join the practice located at St Vincent’s Private Hospital in Toowoomba. Dr Christina will join Dr David Chettle and Dr Matthew Stinson at Evolve Women’s Health, the three doctors having worked together previously throughout their specialist training programs.

Dr Chettle said Christina will bring increased choice to the area of Women’s Health in Toowoomba.

“Currently we have six working obstetrician-gynaecologists to choose from in Toowoomba and five of them are male.

Welcoming Christina to our practice gives the women of the greater Darling Downs a strongly desired choice of female specialists.

Being a female in a women’s health specialty, Dr Christina believes she can provide a different insight into the issues that affect women.

“Women deserve the choice of a female doctor, should that make them more comfortable and more likely to engage with their health needs. Being female myself, I have personal insight into the health issues affecting women and the larger societal issues,” she said.

“David, Matthew and I have different but complimentary personality types and I know they both felt very strongly about the

need for more female O&Gs in Toowoomba, particularly for teenagers. Seeing a male doctor about your pelvic health can be daunting , so I think it’s really important they actually can choose from a number of female specialists. Evolve Women’s Health is a very female- and family-centered practice; their philosophy of assisting women with empathy and compassion through not just the joyful birth of a child, but also ongoing health concerns, is in complete alignment with my own values. I have always loved working with both Dave and Matt, and am so looking forward to joining the team and working with them again,” she said.

Dr Christina, originally from Brisbane, is looking forward to returning to Toowoomba, a community and lifestyle that she came to love while working as a junior registrar at the Toowoomba Hospital for two years.

“I’m looking forward to reconnecting with friends, making a home, putting down roots and ultimately giving back to the community,” she said.

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St Andrew’s arrives on Insta T

he saying ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ has been embraced by the team at St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital, having launched in August its first ever Instagram page.

As the region’s population continues to grow and more and more people move out of Australia’s capital cities, St Andrew’s says the opportunity to showcase the firstclass health care facilities on offer has become more important than ever.

Whether it’s the hospital’s lifesaving emergency cardiac services, the specialist cancer care nurses or the almost 700 free car parking spaces available on site, there’s always something new to share with the community at St Andrew’s Toowoomba.

St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital’s Business Development Manager, Hugh Suffell, said it was “exciting” to share with a new audience and new demographic the wonderful work the entire team do at the hospital and in

the community.

“We are leaders in our field and we want to let people know about the state-of-the-art services on offer, so they don’t have to travel to receive health care, and Instagram is a great way to do that.”

The St Andrew’s team will also

have the opportunity to share their own photos on the Instagram page with the community, with a staff photography competition set to get underway.

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Something to savour at Yukana With 1500 rose bushes about to bloom, and in-house events that are culinary feasts for the senses, Yukana’s retirement living and aged care residents are finding plenty to relish this spring Hundreds and thousands of roses

At its height, the number of rose blooms making their grand appearance around the village peaks into the thousands each year.

Mr Lincoln and Double Delight are among the most popular varieties, often carrying a deep perfume. Others are better known for their size, producing flowers that resemble the size of a small dinner plate.

Of all of the rose gardens, the one that lines the winding pathway at the front of the Total Care Facility is particularly stunning in full flight.

More than one resident has described that on their first visit to Yukana, they saw those roses and instantly felt at home.

It takes a special kind of green thumb to keep them at their best. The inside word from Chris Kelly, general manager, is to get someone who knows what they’re doing to share their insight.

“Experience is key,” he said. “We’ve been fortunate to have a team where the wisdom of older gardeners has been passed down to younger ones.“ “From the shape that we prune the roses to in winter, to the fertiliser and timing of it all, the whole operation is something that you want experienced hands working on around the calendar.”

“The crew have a spark that really lights up to see residents enjoying the roses once they come out. ”

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residents themselves. One of Yukana’s locals is 94 years old, still looking after her own garden at the front and back of her unit.

“Their creativity gives away just how many years of experience they have in the garden,” Mr Kelly said. “We love to see it.”

Secrets to enjoying life

Adding to the highlights on Yukana residents’ calendars, is a culinary feast for the senses known as ‘Secrets of the Kitchen’.

Head chef Kelvin comes out from the kitchen to give a live cooking demonstration, rich with experience

from working around the world, including a Michelin-starred restaurant in London.

On the menu at the most recent lunch event was seared salmon with creamy risotto and citrus beurre blanc paired with a white wine, and a rhubarb crumble with bespoke ice cream for dessert.

The herbs were freshly cut from Yukana’s own herb garden, and the salted caramel ice cream was a standout, having been locally made by a supplier on the Darling Downs especially for the occasion.

Saucepans were brought around to each table during the cook, so that residents could smell the aromas and see the ingredients up close.

“Kelvin has years of finesse and expertise,” said Mr Kelly.

“Residents, managers, kitchen team alike, we’re all leaning in to hear his tips and tricks.”

“It’s a much-loved event, and when you have such an engaging maestro at the helm, everyone has a great time.”

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Chicken, asparagus & mushroom crepes Serves 4, Prep time 15mins, Cooking time 30mins INGREDIENTS ● Olive oil spray ● 2 chicken breast fillets, thinly sliced ● 200g button mushrooms, thinly sliced ● 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, cut diagonally into quarters ● 400g pkt frozen crepes, thawed following packet directions ● 100g coarsely grated cheddar

METHOD 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly spray a 20 x 30cm baking dish with oil. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Spray with oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes or until just cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add the asparagus and cook for 1-2 minutes or until tender crisp. Stir in the chicken until well combined.

3 Divide the chicken mixture among the crepes. Top with half the cheddar. Roll up the crepes to enclose the filling. Place the crepes, overlapping slightly, in the prepared dish. Top with the remaining cheddar and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden.

2 Spray the pan with oil. Cook the mushroom, stirring

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Slow cooker creamy chicken carbonara This super easy carbonara is a classic meal that will become a new family favourite.

Serves 4, Prep time 10 mins, Cooking time 1hr 45 mins

INGREDIENTS

● 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ● 1 brown onion, finely chopped ● 3 garlic cloves, crushed ● 2 large chicken breast fillets, sliced ● 4 middle bacon rashers, trimmed, chopped ● 2 cups chicken stock ● 375g dried spaghetti ● 2 eggs ● 1 egg yolk ● ¾ cup thickened cream ● ¾ cup finely grated parmesan ● 2 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves Salad leaves, to serve

METHOD

1. Heat oil in flameproof bowl of slow cooker or large, deep frying pan. Add onion, garlic and chicken. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until chicken just changes colour. Add bacon.

Cook for 2 minutes.

2. Transfer to slow cooker. Add stock. Cover. Cook on high for 1 hour. Add spaghetti. Cover.

Cook for a further 30 minutes or until just tender and stock is absorbed.

3. Whisk eggs, yolk, cream and half of the parmesan together in a jug. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually pour into slow cooker, tossing pasta until well coated. Cook, tossing, for a further 5 minutes or until sauce thickens and is heated through. Add parsley. Toss to combine.

Sprinkle with remaining parmesan. Serve with salad leaves.

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Golden syrup and jam roly-polies Golden syrup and jam roly-polies Indulge in this fluffy pastry with golden syrup, raspberry jam and drizzled with vanilla custard. It is a perfect afternoon tea treat!

Serves 6, Prep time 25 mins, Cooking time 35 mins

INGREDIENTS

● 225g (1 ½ cups) self-raising flour ● 115g (¾ cup) plain flour ● 1 tbsp caster sugar ● 100g butter, chilled, finely chopped ● 125ml ( ½ cup) milk ● 1 egg yolk ● 90g (⅓ cup) raspberry jam

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1. Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan forced.

Grease a 1.5L (6 cup) rectangular ovenproof dish.

2. Combine the flours and caster sugar in a large bowl. Use your fingertips to rub 75g butter into the flour mixture until resembles fine crumbs. Make a well in the centre. Whisk milk and egg yolk in a jug. Add to flour mixture. Gently stir until a soft, sticky dough

forms. (Do not over-mix.)

3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.

Gently knead for 30 seconds. Roll dough into a 40 x 30cm rectangle. Spread jam over dough. Roll dough firmly from 1 long end to form a log. Use a serrated knife to cut the log into 12 equal slices. Arrange slices in prepared dish.

4. Place apple juice, 80ml (⅓ cup) water, golden syrup, brown sugar and remaining butter in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until melted and heated through. Pour mixture into dish around dough slices. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Serve drizzled with custard.

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Prosciutto and spinach arancini Move beyond pasta and enjoy authentic Italian food including time-honoured Italian classics such as this arancini dish.

Makes 20, Prep time 1 hour, Cooking time 20 mins

INGREDIENTS

● 1 litre Massel salt reduced chicken style liquid stock ● 2 tsp olive oil ● 1 small brown onion, finely chopped ● 2 garlic cloves, crushed ● 4 slices prosciutto, finely chopped ● 1 ½ cups arborio rice STYLE 32

● ⅔ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated 50g baby spinach, trimmed, finely chopped ● ⅔ cup plain flour ● 3 eggs, lightly beaten ● 2 cups dried breadcrumbs ● 80g mozzarella cheese, cut into 1cm cubes ● Vegetable oil, for deep-frying ● Lemon wedges, to serve

METHOD

1. Bring stock to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low.

2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large heavybased saucepan over medium-high heat. Add

onion and garlic. Cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until softened. Add prosciutto. Cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until golden.

3. Add rice. Stir to coat in mixture. Cook for 1 minute. Add ⅓ cup hot stock. Cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is absorbed. Continue adding stock, in batches, until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat. Add parmesan and spinach. Stir until spinach has wilted.

Season with pepper. Set aside to cool. Cover and refrigerate for some 2 to 3 hours or until cool.

4. Place flour on a plate. Place egg in a bowl.

Place breadcrumbs on a plate. Using wet hands, roll 1 tablespoon risotto mixture into a

ball. Using your thumb, make an indent in centre of ball. Place 1 piece of mozzarella in indent. Shape risotto mixture around cheese to enclose. Repeat with remaining risotto mixture and mozzarella.

5. Dip a prosciutto and spinach ball in flour, then egg and breadcrumbs. Place ball on a tray lined with baking paper. Repeat with remaining balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

6. Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat. Cook balls, in batches, turning, for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden. Drain. Cover with foil to keep warm.

Serve with lemon wedges.

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Goat’s cheese and grilled asparagus bruschetta Topped with toasted walnuts and a touch of lemon, this gorgeous goat’s cheese and asaparagus bruschetta will be a hit at your next dinner party Serves 8, Prep time 10mins, Cooking time 20mins INGREDIENTS ● 8 slices sourdough bread ● ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ● 1 garlic clove, halved ● 2 bunches baby asparagus, trimmed, halved lengthways ● 150g goat’s cheese ● 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaves ● 2 tbsp roughly chopped walnuts, toasted ● 1 lemon, zested METHOD 1 Heat a chargrill pan over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of bread with 2 tablespoons oil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes each side or until golden and charred.

Rub cut side of garlic over toast.

2 Toss asparagus with remaining oil. Season with salt and pepper. Chargrill, turning, for 2 minutes or until bright green and charred.

3 Combine goat’s cheese and thyme in a bowl.

Season with salt and pepper. Spread mixture over toast. Top with asparagus. Sprinkle with walnuts and lemon zest. Serve.

Blossom beer is bringing the taste of spring to Carnival Adrian Cubit of 4 Brothers Brewing and The Brewhouse is continuing his tradition of creating a floral brew to celebrate the Carnival of Flowers.

Adrian’s inspiration for the 2021 monthlong celebration is orange blossom, creating a delicious ale.

The inventive brewer has previously created a rose ale, butterfly pea flower cream ale, and a hibiscus elderflower saison.

“Brewing floral beer is a balancing act. and depends on the type of flower being used,” Adrian said.

“You want to be able to get a hint of

flavour without feeling like you’re drinking pot-pourri.”

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Easy lamb kofta kebabs Zesty lamb kofta kebabs, an easy summer barbecue picnic addition the whole family will enjoy Serves 6, Prep time 20mins, Cooking time 10mins

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INGREDIENTS ● Squeeze of 1 lemon ● ½ bunch fresh coriander leaves ● 12 pita bread pockets ● 200g labne ● 200g hummus KOFTA ● 1kg lean lamb mince ● ½ large red onion, finely chopped ● ¼ tsp ground allspice ● 1 tsp dried chilli flakes ● ½ tsp ground ginger ● 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ● 1/2 tsp whole cumin seeds

● 1 tsp whole fennel seeds ● ½ cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley ● ¼ cup finely chopped fresh coriander leaves ● Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste ● Sea salt, to taste ● 1 long red chilli, finely chopped

portions. Mould each portion into a long, thick sausage and push a metal skewer through the centre, shaping the kofta around the skewer. Place on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the flavours to develop and to help the kofta to set on the skewers.

METHOD 1 To make the kofta, combine ingredients in a large bowl. Use your hands to squish everything together, mixing thoroughly until the garlic, onion, spices and herbs are evenly distributed.

3 Preheat barbecue grill to high.

2 Use wet hands to divide the kofta mixture into 12

4 Cook kofta, turning frequently, for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

5 Squeeze lemon over kofta, sprinkle with coriander leaves, and serve with pita bread, labne and hummus.

drinks

Wild raspberry and hibiscus fruit boost punch Serves 4, Prep time 30mins

INGREDIENTS ● 3 thin skinned oranges (navels) ● 700ml Wild Raspberry & Hibiscus Fuze Iced Tea, chilled ● 250g fresh raspberries ● 2-3 cups ice cubes ● 4-5 hibiscus flowers in syrup METHOD 1 Juice two of the oranges. Pour the juice into a large serving jug, add the iced tea and refrigerate until needed.

2 Thinly slice the remaining orange, set aside. Reserve half a punnet of raspberries. Place the remaining 1 1/2 punnets in a bowl and crush with a potato masher or fork.

3 Add the ice cubes and crushed raspberries to the orange juice. Top with orange slices, whole raspberries and hibiscus flowers. Pour into chilled serving glasses.

Apricot cranberry bellinis

Watermelon and rosewater iced tea

Serves 6, Prep time 5mins

Serves 8, Prep time 2hours 35mins

INGREDIENTS ● ½ cup apricot nectar ● 1 ½ cups cranberry juice ● Sparkling water ● Fresh cherries, to garnish ● Mint leaves, to garnish ● Bakery croissants, to serve ● Butter, to serve ● Jam, to serve

INGREDIENTS ● 3 cups boiling water ● 2 lady grey tea bags ● 2.5kg watermelon, peeled, roughly chopped ● 2 tsp rosewater essence ● 2 cups chilled mineral water ● Fresh mint sprigs, to serve ● Ice-cubes, to serve

METHOD 1 Divide apricot nectar between 6 x 3/4-cup capacity glasses. Add cranberry juice.

METHOD 1 Place boiling water and tea bags in a large heatproof jug.

Set aside for 5 minutes to steep. Remove and discard tea bags. Cool tea for 20 minutes.

2 Top up glasses with sparkling water, and add a few cherries to each glass. Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately with croissants, butter and jam.

2 Place watermelon in a blender. Blend until smooth. Strain mixture into tea. Discard solids. Add rosewater. Stir to combine. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until cold.

3 Stir in mineral water. Serve with mint sprigs and ice-cubes (see notes).

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Transforming the heart of the home

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ohnston Kitchens have been creating custom built kitchens and joinery in Toowoomba for over thirty years.

Specialising in tailoring their work to meet their client’s needs in both commercial and residential projects; the team excel in providing quality kitchens, one-off bespoke furniture pieces, architecturally designed cabinetry, and entire commercial fit outs.

HEIGHT OF SIMPLISTIC LUXURY

This new kitchen by Johnston Kitchens in Blue Mountain Heights offers the ultimate in practicality and simple elegance.

As part of a full home renovation by All Build

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Projects, the team at Johnston Kitchens completed the kitchen with island bench & butler’s pantry as well as a connected office space.

The island bench is a beautifully crafted functional piece of furniture which becomes the central focus for family living. Made from American White Oak timber coated with a natural oil finish, it has turned legs and detailed panelling ensuring its appeal both aesthetically and as part of a working kitchen space.

Drawing influence from the earthy tones of the 1980’s, ‘Green Slate’ by Laminex was used for all of the cabinetry surfaces. The internal drawers and cupboards featuring ‘Calico’ by FlexiPanel, creates a softer look and feel when using the kitchen.

The rear of the kitchen was designed to let the island bench shine with features such as open shelving and finger tiles to complete the picture.

The integrated appliances, coupled with the finger pull cabinetry creates clean lines softened by the curved panelling on either end.

The family loves the new heart of their home with the island bench being a place of busy weekday breakfasts, afternoon homework and family dinner conversations.

ART DECO MAGIC

Johnston Kitchens completed the joinery in this stunning Art Deco home as part of a complete renovation in conjunction with Mark Winter Constructions and Feather and Lawry Design.

Congratulations to Mark Winter Constructions who took out the Master Builders Housing Award for Home Renovation/Remodelling Project over $1 million.

The works carried out by Johnston Kitchens at the home included two kitchens, three bathrooms, bedroom joinery, a wine cellar and multiple entertainment spaces.

Brazilian Mahogany timber used in the main kitchen and gives the space a dark and rich tone and balances the geometric pattern at the servery, true to the art deco style.

The servery is topped off with a weathered ‘lightning black’ natural stone giving the benchtop a tactile feel. The separate walk-in pantry is located between the main kitchen and the chef’s kitchen to service both areas.

Downstairs in the entertainment area, the existing bar was refinished to suit the new décor.

A custom-built buffet and antique mirror wall panelling with concealed door accessing the wine cellar were also completed.

This area allows for the owners and guests to relax and enjoy the views to the Escarpment in comfort and style.

Johnston Kitchens were proud to carry out the complex cabinetry and joinery features, as required by the specialised nature of this project.

living Johnston Kitchens have been creating custom kitchens and joinery in Toowoomba for more than 20 years, including this East Street showpiece.

A PROUD HISTORY Established in 1990, Johnston Kitchens is a family owned and operated business based in Toowoomba. The company focuses on delivering quality, custom joinery to both residential and commercial customers.

With a longstanding reputation for customer satisfaction, they value the importance of delivering quality joinery work on time and

within budget. Offering full joinery solutions, with a team of dedicated staff members who take pride in their work and have the experience and ability to take ideas from conception to finished product and managing all additional trades. The design team and qualified tradesmen have vast experience in all facets of joinery including: ● custom kitchens and joinery ● commercial fit outs ● architecturally designed cabinetry ● one off bespoke furniture pieces To discuss your next project, contact Johnston Kitchens on (07)4688 8900.

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to be notified of a coveted Australiawide award given by an independent organization known as ratemyagent.

Below is a quote from the email she received.

satisfied customers, both buyers and sellers, with whom agents have sold homes and rural properties.

Yvonne currently holds the title of lead agent for the area, she has sold the highest number of properties than any other agent or agency over the past 12 months.

“Hi Yvonne Bradley The trophy names Crows Nest as the Congratulations on being a winner of area base where Yvonne works, but testian Agent of the Year Award in 2021! cameof from a wider area such as Local real estate agent, Yvonnemonials Bradley 2020 was a challenging year like no Goombungee, Hampton, Ravensbourne, other we've everwho seenfor before, thisfew Cabarlah, Crows Nest, theand past years started Geham, Bald hills, Whichello, award is arguably the most deserved, Haden, Emu Creek and Pierces Creek, working independently in her own agency, and hardest-fought in Agent of the and Anduramba.

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Atrealty Crows Nest was this week surprised are now amongst top ed of a coveted and You delighted to bethenotifi 5% of agents in Australia.

Australia-wide award given by an independent To celebrate your success, we are sending you a beautiful trophy as organisation known as ratemyagent. Agents are a reminder of your hard work and eligible fortothis awardexceptional regardless of where they dedication delivering customer experiences. work or what real estate agency they represent.

Regards, This award is basedMark primarily on the testimonials Armstrong Executive Director provided voluntarily to ratemyagent by satisfied ratemyagent”

agent Award Yvonne Bradley wins Australia-wide of the year awards

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Yvonne currently holds the title of lead agent for the area, she has sold the highest number of properties than any other agent or agency over the past 12 months.

The trophy namesCrow Crows s NestNest as the area base where Yvonne works, but testimonials Yvonne Bradley came from a wider area such as Goombungee, Hampton, Ravensbourne, Cabarlah, Geham, Bald hills, Whichello, Haden, Emu Creek and Pierces Creek and Anduramba.

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Outdoor style a breeze with Freedom

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ith the weather warming up we’re all looking forward to spending more time al fresco, and with Freedom Furniture’s outdoor collection, creating a stylish space has never been so easy.

Summer 2021 will see outdoor kitchens becoming increasingly popular, and the surrounding space not only styled for entertaining but for a sunny and peaceful relaxation during those snap lockdowns.

From pots and plants to outdoor lighting, Freedom Furniture Toowoomba have an extensive range of outdoor products.

They also have an incredible range of beautifully designed outdoor entertaining options for your twilight dinner or a family backyard barbeque.

The Cannes Range is crafted from chunky acacia timber and offers a versatile design.

Comfortable padded dining chairs in natural shades take the comfort level up a notch for

dinner parties.

The Safari range uses robust eucalyptus frames with charcoal cushioning – a perfect colour for those with kids or four-legged friends who also like to lounge.

With its rugged good looks, the Havlock dining table offers a cool industrial grey concrete tabletop and crossed acacia timber legs.

It’s all about laidback outdoor living and offers a naturally scratch and heat resistant surface.

Above and inset: Havlock dining package, from $2699.

Left, top right, top right corner: Cannes sofa package, from $2699.

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Making your home greener Looking for ways to reduce your carbon footprint?

Sustainability starts at home with these simple plastic waste reduction tips from Rebecca Percasky of The Better Packaging Co.

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et’s face it: we can all make more sustainable lifestyle choices with a little bit of effort.

It doesn’t require much—a keep cup kept in the car or office, a re-usable shopping bag in the boot, even choosing to buy local or make more eco-conscious shopping decisions—it all adds up.

While caring for the environment and making sustainable choices is ultimately up to the individual, there are some people whose efforts are truly commendable and their work offers a source of inspiration and motivation for us all to do better.

One such person is New Zealander-based entrepreneur Rebecca Percasky, who launched sustainable packaging company The Better Packaging Co. after years spent working in e-commerce left her feeling disillusioned by the amount of plastic waste her industry was creating.

Her valiant efforts in the carbon neutral space have led to major developments in sustainable packing solutions, with The Better Packaging Co. offering everything from home compostable garment bags, carry bags, sticky tape and mailers to sustainable postage and shipping bags.

Here Rebecca shares a few of her insights and tips for reducing plastic waste at home.

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Vote with your purchase

Whenever you buy anything, consider the environmental impact and sustainability of your purchase. Are there more sustainable options? Are there products that use natural, renewable materials?

Whenever you purchase something you are, essentially, voting for the world you want to live in. If you vote for low-cost, low sustainability and high environmental impact, you’re also choosing that for the rest of us. It’s supply and demand. Send a message to manufacturers and brands that we, the people, want sustainability, ethical practices, and the protection of our planet to be at the forefront of their business.

2Buy second-hand first

It’s far too easy to grab whatever you need from the mall. We all have busy lives and sometimes, it’s just the convenience that wins out at the end of the day. But a little effort can go a long way. In my house, we encourage everyone to purchase secondhand wherever possible or practical. Need a new appliance? New car? Clothes or devices?

You’ll be amazed at what perfectly good items are available online and will save you money in the process too.

Second-hand goods typically reduce the environmental burden of producing ‘things’ and the inevitable swathes of single-use plastic packaging any new item comes packaged in. It also gives unwanted items a second chance, saving them from ending up in landfill.

3

Take the plunge on coffee

Coffee pods have changed the way we make coffee. They’re super convenient and typically deliver an above-average coffee in a short timeframe. But all those pods! It’s added a significant environmental burden on the planet. Go for a plunger or stove-top percolator instead, or (if you can) an espresso machine that grinds the beans. That way you’ve got far less plastic (or other packaging) and the leftover bean grounds are a composter’s best friend.

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Take rubbish seriously

In our home, we have a four-bin system: standard recyclables, soft plastics, compost and last (and usually least) landfill. They’re kept mostly out of sight, and we are reasonably strict on ensuring family members are separating rubbish so we can maximise recycling and composting. By taking a stance on rubbish at home, you keep everyone thinking about their impact, since they’re reminded multiple times a day.

Visiting friends and family are also encouraged to learn more about our treatment of waste and many have adopted some of our simple practices. Our compost bin takes all food scraps, compostable

packaging, even natural fibres like wool and cotton. You’ll be amazed at what can actually be composted! We are fortunate to have a back yard with a healthy compost system that has evolved over time. If you cannot do the same, see point seven below.

5Go naked

Originally, we bought our groceries, like most people, from the supermarket but once we sat down and worked out what we were buying and understood the food miles some of that produce carried, we decided to find a grocer who provides naked fruit and vegetables that are grown locally. The produce is always in-season and our purchase supports local growers. It tastes better when you know it has been grown locally, without contributing to unnecessary packaging and shipping.

6Go au naturale

If you pause for a moment and look around your home—how many items do you notice are made from plastic? What is the purpose of these items? Are there any alternatives that might be upcycled or made from natural materials? Furniture, shelves, rugs, dishcloths ... there are so many items in a typical home that are made from plasticderived synthetics designed to never break down. Take a moment to think about what you are buying, what options are available and what those options say about your environmental stance. When you really get down to it, there’s probably a tonne of more sustainable alternatives... and if not, refer to point number two.

personal favourite 7Our COMPOST!

As purveyors of compostable packaging solutions for eCommerce, we are all about composting. It is an incredibly simple and rewarding way to reduce your overall environmental impact on several levels.

Firstly, food waste isn’t going to landfill where it will generate methane; and secondly, all the amazing nutrients contained in those peels and scraps aren’t ‘lost’ from the eco-system. Making compost and using it in your garden supports the nutrients and ecology of the soil by returning it to nature in the most efficient way.

I personally think everyone should compost—there’s really no reason not to.

Then, when you buy stuff, you can vote with your purchase by choosing products supplied in compostable packaging—so when you’ve finished re-using it, you can throw the packaging into the compost bin knowing it’ll be gone in a few months (and there’ll be a few fatter worms in your garden).

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Simple advice to ensure that sale Ros Burton, principal at The Real Estate People, says following these easy steps will get you the result you want.

be sure to hide that laundry washing). Also, a strategic vase of flowers here and there always presents a welcoming vibe.

Yarda, yarda, yarda

Don’t gloss over this one, because the results are invaluable.

A freshly mown lawn (with the edging done and leaves raked up) makes a world of difference for potential buyers driving past your home AND for the presentation photos you’ll use in your ads and marketing. Which brings up another important point - make sure your photos are taken by a professional.

Quality photos make a tired property look great and a great property look amazing.

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eptember in Toowoomba means only one thing: the Carnival of Flowers.

This breathtaking cavalcade of colour has indelibly put us on the map and spectacularly shows off our city to the world each spring.

It’s also the time of year many homeowners put their properties on the market because the favourable weather has gardens and lawns looking their very best.

The annual spring selling season generates plenty of interest in the real estate industry, so if you’re hoping to ‘ride the wave’ then here is some simple advice to ensure your property will get noticed.

Get scrubbing

It’s called a spring clean for a reason. Time for a fresh start.

We all tolerate an acceptable level of mess and clutter in our lives, but for a home inspection (where you’re trying to impress potential buyers) it needs the white glove treatment. Mirrors, ovens, benchtops, floors and windows all need to sparkle, so get those

elbows dirty - it can genuinely be the edge you need to secure the sale.

Throw the towel in

Ensure all the bedcovers, sheets, washcloths and towels are looking crisp and fresh (and

In the coming weeks, a horde of excited visitors will come to town to enjoy our gardens; as well as marvel at the wonderful features and architecture we have.

I love living here and I know many of our Carnival visitors would too.

If you’re thinking of moving to the area and would like to hear more about our fabulous city (and get an insight into the wonderful real estate opportunities here) then please give me a call - I’d love to show you around.

Landlords… does your property manager offer: 9 Detailed routine inspection reports every 3 months 9 Tenants paying water consumption 9 One on one communication 9 Market appraisal at every lease renewal 9 Flexibility with chosen trades

If not, then it’s time for you to get a new property manager.

Looking after your investment shouldn’t be ‘set and forget’.

What is important to you is important to us, so call us today and see how easy it is to make the change.

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basic rules of interior design

These are the tenets to true design success in the home everyone should know

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sk any interior designer about the secrets to styling a beautiful home and they’ll invariably say something along the lines of: “There are no rules to design”.

While there’s certainly no magic formula, there’s a lot to be said for laying down some ground rules and covering the basics.

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DesignPlusLight.

“It’s better to layer the lighting with table and floor lamps so that you can make your space more flexible.”

He cautions against too many downlights, which can often read as harsh.

3Consider flow

“Don’t get drawn into trying to make a space look so cool and trendy that it’s not a comfortable place to sit or relax.” says Nick Cryer, managing director of UK-based construction company Berkeley Place.

“Think about how you are going to live in the property and make sure you use each area to the best of its potential. Do the spaces flow and make sense? Make sure that you design for being home alone and for entertaining,” says Nicky Mudie, interior designer and founder of Violet & George.

“Don’t rely on only one light source as it can make the space feel flat,” says Sanjit Bahra, founder of London lighting company

“When in doubt, go big! The number one mistake I see homeowners make is not taking scale into consideration and selecting pieces

Consider comfort

2Vary your lights

4Bigger is better

that are too small for their space,” says “Meg Lonergan of Meg Lonergan Interiors.

5Plan, then plan again

“Planning is key!“ stresses Elizabeth Krueger of Elizabeth Krueger Design.

“It’s worth investing a little time to figure out who you are and what you need from a space before making any purchases.

6 Strive for balance

“Everything in design is about balance,” says Joyce Pickens of JDP Interiors.

“For instance, if you use a white oak wood which can be a prominent orange-toned wood, repeat that tone elsewhere in your room. This could even be in a bowl.”

7Keep an eye on colours

“Pay attention to undertones when

working with any colour—and more importantly, neutrals,” cautions Sarah Stacey of Sarah Stacey Interior Design.

“Learn your undertones and your colour wheel, and you’ll be successful in selecting paint colours and coordinating fabrics. For example, there isn’t really a true grey. They usually have a purple, green or blue undertone.”

8Live with your paint choices This doesn’t mean choosing a paint and hoping for the best; it means taking the time to test out prospective paint choices in all types of light, says Sara Barney of Bandd Design.

“See how the shade looks in the morning, during the day, and at night to get a better understanding of how it’ll look in your space at different times.”

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education

How to pick the perfect school Selecting a school for your child can be a daunting and overwhelming experience – particularly if it’s your child’s first formal schooling experience, writes Brooke Gardner.

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wide variety of factors go into making the decision, including personal values, preferences, practical and child specific considerations.

Each school has its own strengths and getting to know what these are and how best they will suit your individual child’s needs is essential to making the right decisions.

Consider if a public or private school would best fit you and your child, and list what facilities, equipment and subjects are important for your child to have in their school. Do you want your child to have a religious education? How do you feel about the school’s teaching philosophy?

Also find out what the school’s performance is like academically and in

other areas of achievement such as sport, music, community engagement and the arts.

Discover what extra-curricular programs and options there are for your child.

You’ll want to keep in mind the location of the school, thinking about the cost or restrictions to traveling to and from the facility, and public transport options. Will you need before and/or after school care?

As you start speaking to the school and attend Open Days or tours, ensure you get some of these key questions answered: ● What’s the size of the school? Are there a lot of students? ● How many classes are there of each grade? What would best suit your child’s needs in regards to class size? ● What about students requiring

additional support? Does the school have good disability support and access services? ● If your child has a developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder or other needs - is the school equipped to support these needs?

Is there a program in place? ● What is the school ‘feel’ – playground areas, library, grounds, etc? Do you feel welcomed when walking around? ● What opportunities are there for you as a parent to be involved in the school community? What kind of community has been built? Are there events that promote it? ● What kind of communication channels are open between the school/teachers and parents? ● How much access will you have to your child’s teacher?

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Success at Chinchilla Christian College

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e love watching others succeed.

That is why so many people enjoy watching the Olympics, as we get to see the best in the world compete against each other in their chosen disciplines. We celebrate when others achieve success. It inspires us. It reminds us of what we can achieve when we combine talent and hard work.

At Chinchilla Christina College, we believe God has made us all unique, with our own talents and strengths. Our students succeed in many areas. At the end of last year, we had Year 12 students succeed by achieving high ATAR scores that allowed them to be accepted into their chosen courses at university. At our recent Athletics Carnival, we had many students break records in a range of events. At this year’s QAMT Maths Competition, we had a Primary team place second and a Secondary team place first in their respective divisions. At the Chinchilla and District Track and Field Trials, we had several students awarded age champion, with four of these being in the 10 – 12 years boys and girls divisions. In the 2021 DAF Hermitage Research Facility Schools Plant Science Competition, our Year 10 Science class were awarded third place in the Years

10 – 12 class division. We had 135 students in our cast for this year’s musical, Shrek the Musical JR, who busily perfected their parts during rehearsals ahead of two big performances in late August. These are a few examples of success students have achieved at the college in recent times. Ultimately,

each student achieves success when they are kind to others, persevere through challenges and give their best every day.

Chinchilla Christian College, a Kindergarten to Year 12 independent Christian school on the Western Downs, is on an exciting journey of growth and

development. Through strong community support and enrolment growth, we continue adding new state-of-the-art facilities that our students love learning in. We are blessed with caring and committed staff who go the extra mile in supporting our students in their learning and helping them achieve success.

At Chinchilla Christian College, we are passionate about being a learning community where every student can shine – spiritually, intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially. We seek to educate the whole person. That is, we focus on the head, the hands and the heart. In this way, we encourage students to have strong minds, develop practical skills and cultivate wholesome, Christian values.

At Chinchilla Christian College, we believe God has a special plan and purpose for every child and that each one can achieve success.

Offering Australian Curriculum taught from a Christian worldview, the college caters for a wide range of student learning needs. Our educational program is enriched with a wide range of co-curricular activities that facilitate the further development of individual student’s strengths and abilities. We are passionate about helping each student be all they can be.

What’s your vision for your child?

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business

Flare for the farm Carrick Aland is taking technology to the region’s farms and businesses

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s rural and small business financial specialists, Carrick Aland is still on a high from their award win at this year’s Australian Accounting Awards where they were named Boutique Firm of the Year.

Deservedly so; the firm’s success can be credited to the way they carry themselves when working with farms and businesses throughout the Darling Downs.

Forming part of the award-winning Carrick Aland team in Toowoomba is Renae Clapham, who reaches for cloud technology as the predominant tool when helping primary producers and business owners with their accounting needs.

Having grown up on a beef cattle property and now living on a cotton farm, Renae appreciates firsthand their unique accounting needs.

“We moved our farm onto Xero, “ Renae said. “With everything online now we have the convenience of logging in on any device at any time to check things in real-time.”

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Renae said cloud accounting technology offers mobile accessibility and intuitive learning with new features being added all the time.

“Being able to track each cropping season and look at what was the most cost-effective crop given the water situation and the market prices makes it so much easier to make decisions.

“I think about what it was like 10 years ago on a farm when it really was a guessing game. Now not only are there huge leaps in technology when it comes to farming itself, but the technology that can be used saves so much time.”

Her interest in technology also allows Renae to acutely understand the needs of primary producers and commercial business activity such as spending in specific areas or equipment purchases.”

“I love working with software and the add-ons help farms and businesses which make our job rewarding,” says Renae.

Using technology has become so ingrained that it’s taking Carrick Aland from strength to strength. The firm was named Multiservice Firm of the Year in 2020 and SMSF Firm of the Year in 2019.

Technology breathes new life into the accounting solutions we provide

Renae Clapham grew up on the land and is now involved in the family cotton property in Brookstead while helping other farming families with their accounting needs.

business

Imre Tamas Toth chats to Josie Adams about life and coaching CAN YOU DISCUSS A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND WITH ME PLEASE? I am a husband and father of three (including one-year-old twins). My family is everything.

I’m originally from Europe, but I have been living in Australia for 15 years.

Over the past 20 years, I have managed multinational companies around the world.

In my last role I was the CEO of a longstanding and successful Australian company. Previously, I had the opportunity to work as a leader in German, Canadian, Japanese, English, Finnish and American companies including Whirlpool, Phillips, and The Daily Mail.

Sport has also a massive role in my life. At a very young age I started martial arts, judo and later I learned wrestling and sambo.

These sports taught me a lot about persistence, resilience, steadfastness, and discipline, and I am transferring those to my clients. One of my very first jobs in Australia was training MMA fighters, teaching them grappling and take down techniques.

Sometimes I say: “I used to be a takedown coach, now I am a lift-up coach” by helping people to change their life and achieve their goals.

WHY DID YOU MOVE INTO COACHING? I do not believe that we all come to this world just to pay our bills, go to work, buy a home, drive nice cars and have instant, immediate gratification. I am positive and without a doubt that we were put on this Earth to understand and to follow our soul, to unleash our potential so that we may give back to the world more than we receive.

Education, human development has the incredible ability to change lives, to turn weakness into strength, to mould fear into courage, and to transform the ordinary into extraordinary. My mission in life is to unleash greatness in the world through the power of human development. By applying my method, I believe people can achieve much more in their life and follow their own soul, their own path while we alleviate some of the injustices of poverty and inequality throughout the world.

COULD YOU TALK US THROUGH SOME OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS? I have bachelor’s degree in journalism and studied communication and media and business management at university as well. I realised at a young age that besides the hard skills required to lead a company, soft skills matter just as much.

I then came across Dr. J ohn Demartini, with whom I’d started my training and eventually become a qualified Demartini Facilitator. I have also had the pleasure to be working alongside Dr. Tad James and Dr. Adriana James.

I also studied the Dale Carnegie approach and learned from Jose Silva, Eben Pagan and Brian Tracy. In the past few years I have developed an interest in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and I have achieved the “Trainer” title and ultimately I have become

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Imre Tamas Toth offers coaching for business and personal success. an NLP Master Coach, a Hypnotherapist Trainer and Master Coach in Timeline Therapy, helping many people for example who are struggling with PTSD. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE TECHNIQUES WHEN IT COMES TO COACHING? Years ago I was interviewed (job interview) by a large, well known corporate company and during the recruitment process they asked: “Imi based on your CV and proven track record: we see you have led successful companies all around the World. What is your management style? What are your favourite techniques?”

I thought briefly and said: “I do not have such “a style” and techniques.” The interview panel (5 people) stopped and they thought: because English is only my third language maybe I do not understand the question exactly, so they “helped me out” and asked the question another way, a little bit slower: “When you lead a big company, couple of hundred people, what is your approach as a CEO, how you lead your managers, what is that style? Firm or lenient, maybe supportive, democratic or autocratic, might be visionary?”

I smiled and said “I think I understood the question even first time, but I do not have “an approach”. Because management, leading a team is not about me, it is about my team.”

“As you are a different person with different skills, abilities, strength and you are also another individual with different sets of skills, values and personality, I always design my approach and techniques to each manager and lead them based on what is the

My mission in life is to unleash greatness in the world through the power of human development most suitable for each while we are focusing on the desired outcome.”

I got the job and one of the panel members is my client today. I have exactly the same attitude towards my Ccients. I design my coaching approach to them, I do not have my approach; I use an approach which is rather their approach.

WHAT DO YOU PERSONALLY THINK ARE SOME KEY CHALLENGES WHEN IT COMES TO HAVING SUCCESS IN CAREERS AND PERSONAL LIVES? Very practical and useful question. One of them is definitely conflict. At a very young age my parents taught me that I could have conflict with them, with my judo trainer, with my friends, teachers, school principals etc. but I cannot have with myself. People see conflict as something they should avoid.

The more they try to avoid it, the bigger the conflict is going to grow. And the real problem is that conflict is not only growing between the parties but also within the person who wants to avoid it and that repression becomes depression, then

aggression and later even worse. But conflict is part of our life, not only at work, not only in management or at home, but it could be even within you. So, everyone must learn to handle it, to solve it, to dissolve it. The sooner the better.

I also focus on how to make their business more profitable. General management, goal settings, processes, procedures, strategies, time management, sales processes etc.

Often, I find that small, medium, and occasionally even big company owners run their own business and theoretically they are in the CEO role but in practise they are not.

So, this is another very common challenge and we work on that very efficiently.

WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACHIEVE WITH YOUR COACHING CLIENTS? If you don’t fill your day with high priority actions that inspire you, your day will fill up with low priority distractions that will not. I live my life along this principle and the more clients apply it in their life, the bigger the fulfilment they have.

No matter what industry or field of life you want to succeed in, you should always remember that excellence is not a skill, it is an attitude.

The most common challenge is that people compare themselves and their lives to others.

They wish they had “that kind of success”.

They put others on the pedestal and bring themselves down. They do not appreciate who they really are, their own strength and their own values. When the voice and the vision on the inside is more profound, louder and clearer than all the opinions on the outside, you have begun to master your life.

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Darling Downs Panthers players Amy Williams and Lucy Blakeney would love netball to be included in the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane. Picture: Kevin Farmer

‘Let netballers go to the Olympics’ Australia’s netball community is united in its push to make netball an Olympic sport by Brisbane 2032.

Some of region’s best players have voiced their views on why it needs to happen, writes Jason Gibbs.

F

rom the packed outdoor courts of Toowoomba’s Nell E Robinson to the bright lights of the Queensland Firebirds’ Nissan Arena – netball is a staple part of the Aussie sporting diet.

It’s not just an Australian sport though with the game played in more than 80 countries by more than 20 million players and Netball Australia is pushing for its inclusion in the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

World Netball is backing the move, and Darling Downs best and brightest netballers have thrown their support behind the campaign as well.

An Olympics ‘debut’ would go a long way to giving netball the respect it deserves on

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the world stage according to Lucy Blakeney.

“Netball at the Olympics would inspire so many young girls all across Australia,” the 16-year-old Darling Downs Panthers player said.

“I think it should be an Olympic sport because even though it’s very popular in Australia, there are a lot of aspects (of the sport) people don’t know about or see.

“There’s a lot of different skills needed to play netball and having it at the Olympics would show millions of people all over the world just how talented the players are and how great the game is.”

There’s no doubt in Blakeney’s mind that Australia would be a gold medal favourite at any Olympics.

“Australia is 100 per cent capable of winning a gold medal,” she said.

“We have so many talented players right now and the pathways in place to help more as well.”

Growing up idolising Darling Downs and Australian Diamonds legend Laura Geitz, Future Panthers squad member Amy Williams says playing netball at the Olympics would be a dream come true.

“I think netball at the Olympics is a fantastic idea,” Williams said.

“We have the world championships and Suncorp Super Netball, but having netball at the Olympics would be really amazing.

“It would be something young players from regional areas could aspire to be part of.”

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TOOWOOMBA Here in the Toowoomba region, the arts scene is flourishing. From galleries to theatres, to schools and various community groups, Style’s guide gives you the information you need to enjoy the region’s creative endeavours CONTEMPORARY WEARABLES ’21 BIENNIAL JEWELLERY AWARD AND EXHIBITION SEPTEMBER 4 TO OCTOBER 31

WHERE: Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery Established in 1989, this award is Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery’s contribution to promoting excellence in contemporary jewellery and object practice.

Award acquisitions have made a significant contribution to building one of Australia’s leading contemporary jewellery collections housed at Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery.

On display in the exhibition are works by some of Australia’s most prominent and emerging contemporary makers of 2021.

Proudly supported by Toowoomba Regional Council.

Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery at 531 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba is open Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am to 3.30pm and Sundays 1pm to 4pm.

REFLECTIONS, TANGLED THREADS SEPTEMBER 15 TO OCTOBER 10

WHERE: Rosalie Gallery, Goombungee The term ‘reflections’ conjures many reactions and has many connotations. The artists of Tangled Threads have composed unique creations enabling the viewer’s own journey of reflection. Exhibiting artists include Kerry Dahms, Barbara Jenkins, Kay Joyce, Marion Lees, Jan Scudamore, Michelle Seiler, Ruth Wagner, Jane Walduck and Carol Weekes The Tangled Threads artists will host a ‘Meet the Artists’ day on Saturday, September 18 at Rosalie Gallery. Artists will be in attendance

from 10.30am to 3.30pm. Come along to meet the individual artists and learn more about their works. No bookings are required, but physical distancing provisions will be in place.

Rosalie Gallery at 89 Mocatta Street, Goombungee is open Wednesday to Sunday 10.30am to 3.30pm.

We are with you all the way

2019 Award Winner Melissa Cameron / Corporate entity / corporeal entity 2017 / Neckpiece: stainless steel, vitreous enamel, titanium / 10.5 x 10.5 x 1.0cm; 76.0cm chain / Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery – Toowoomba City Collection 2339 / Purchased 2019 with funds donated by Toowoomba Gallery Society Inc., 2018 / © Melissa Cameron.

DETAIL: Barbara JENKINS | Nature bounces back 2020 | mixed media textile | 53cm x 53cm | © Barbara Jenkins

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Style Artist chats to

Kate Owen

Tell us a little about yourself: I live in Northern NSW, an hour from Moree near a little town called Croppa Creek. My husband is a farmer and we have two boys. A few years ago, I built a studio which is an amazing light filled space surrounded by views of the property. It’s my creative oasis where I get to check out of reality and indulge my artistic whims on a daily basis.

Describe your style: It has taken me quite a few years to find my style which has settled on what I call ‘floral landscapes’, predominately abstract in nature.

I love capturing spontaneous gestural marks with paint in a multitude of colours and scribbling with graphite and oil sticks. My work is always colourful and quirky, giving the viewer an uplifting emotional response.

What inspires you?

I am always ‘looking’. My travels, my daily walks, flipping through magazines, books, fashion and homewares all provide inspiration. I soak in what catches my eye and let my memory store them for later use. When I paint, I do so intuitively and often impressions of these memories will surface in the work in some shape or form.

When did you start painting?

I have always been artistic. I did some oil painting lessons when I lived in Sydney, but it wasn’t until our youngest son went to boarding school in 2017 that I fully committed.

Some of the highlights of your artistic life?

When Greenhouse Interiors invited me to be one of their artists. This hugely increased the number of people seeing my work regularly and the support I get being part of this team is incredible. Other highlights - solo exhibition with Jumbled in Orange, building my studio, feature artist for Art Lovers Australia, ColourPop exhibition at Southport, and feature artist of the 2021 Toowoomba Grammar Art Show High Tea. What do you like about Toowoomba?

They are doing such a great job of beautifying the alleys and community spaces with inspiring artwork. Also, great cafes and shopping.

Dream goal or project?

Create artwork for clothing, bed linen and stationery. Fingers crossed I get to do it.

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Marangu Goochu. “come walk with our mob”

“Doolamai Designs is a family-owned Indigenous Art Gallery. Founded in 2019, father-daughter duo Cara Green and Domi Doolamai are passionate about sharing the beautiful artwork and stories of their Kalkadoon Tribal Grouping.”

Doolami Designs 0487 988 247 2B Taylor Street Toowoomba, 4350

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SATURDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 l Maribel Gempe RUMOURS INTERNATIONAL n Erin Hilnto Hedge • Des Patch • Nev Frank Klaase

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Timeline 1946

1958 1966 1968 1978

After the war Bill Robinson and his wife, “Mrs Robby,” with the help of framer Bradley Tedford, began Robinson’s Framing in Bell Street.

Ron and Jim Murray gave the business the name that has come to represent much more than just framing.

Apprentice framer Harry Woolf started in 1966. He learned the ropes from Bill Robinson then continued to be the framer at Murray’s for over 40 years.

Peter Winter and Brian Butterworth, and their wives of course, ran Murray’s for 15 years. They continued to work closely with the Robinsons.

A Devastating fire at 341 Ruthven Street in 1978 forced the framing workshop to move to Wylie Street then Bowen Street and eventually back into their old premises. Apparently it started in a rubbish bin by the back door.

“Mrs Robby” worked for the business for 32 years.

1983

2011

2014 2021

Lindsay Smith took the reins in 1983. He was a bit of a visionary for Murray’s. His time saw expansion into a gallery next door, then moving to bigger premises at 326 Ruthven Street in 2000. He set up the MyArt loyalty program and introduced a local art competition and art workshops with visiting tutors. To manage the expanding range of art supplies he also set up a new computer system. The size of the team continued to grow.

The flood in 2011 again devastated the business. Chest high water destroyed most of the art supplies and framing materials, not to mention the machinery and computer system. It came so quickly the priority was saving artworks and of course the staff! After the flood and mammoth efforts by owners Peter and Jan Granfield and their loyal staff, Murray’s moved into the CBD and clawed its way back. Now at 485 Ruthven Street, Murray’s continues to offer artists supplies and a premium custom framing service — as well as classes and a small gallery.

Sue and Graham McMaster have continued to grow the business. It now boasts a staff of seven and over a 1000 framing styles to choose from. From fire to flood to pandemic, Murray’s continues to grow and support the local arts community.

We still get old frames come in for reconditioning or updating that still have the old Robinson’s and Murray Framing stickers on the back. You can see a few here that have helped us track the changes in location and styling of the business logo.

You will notice how the phone number has gradually grown but we still have that original 2727 on the end.

We are excited to be celebrating serving the Darling Downs for 75 years.

For the full story visit us at www.murraysartandframing.com.au. We are setting up a history page for those who are interested in reading more.

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events

SEPTEMBER

THE CHRONICLE GARDEN COMPETITION

YOUR LOCAL WEDDING GUIDE’S TOOWOOMBA EXPO

WHERE: Right across Toowoomba - locations revealed in The Chronicle on September 17.

WHAT: The Garden City is home to thousands of passionate gardeners who work yearround transforming their private gardens into stunning floral showpieces. The Chronicle Garden Competition offers visitors the opportunity to visit the beautiful gardens that have been entered. There are so many amazing gardens to explore you’ll need The Chronicle Garden Competition Guide and map. Look for it in the Friday, September 17 edition of The Chronicle newspaper. Copies can be purchased from TCOF Info Hubs in the floral parks or at the Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre, 86 James Street, Toowoomba.

COST: Free

WHERE: Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre, USQ. WHAT: If you’re planning on getting married in Toowoomba or rural Queensland, save the date for Your Local Wedding Guide’s Toowoomba Expo. Showcasing the largest and best array of wedding industry suppliers, you’ll find all you need to plan your wedding at this exciting event. Enjoy expo discounts, gain expert advice and be inspired. The expo has photographers, celebrants, beauty, entertainment, reception venues, cakes and much, much more. Engaged couples will receive a free copy of Your Local Wedding Guide’s Queensland 2021 magazine on entry and online ticket holders will go into the draw to win the major prize package.

COST: Grab your free tickets online at www.weddingguide.com.au/expotoowoomba

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19; AND FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 TO SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 9AM TO 5PM

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16 Annual

All quality and handmade Australian products

DOORS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 9AM BOTH DAYS

• Gifts • Clothing • Leather Belts • Handbags • Gourmet Delights • Artwork • Jewellery • Wine - Wood Turning • Pottery - Home Decor - Toys • Confectionery • Natural Skin Products • Plants • Garden Ornaments

Friday open till 6pm Saturday open till 4pm

Shoppers, please bring your own bag if possible/ Eftpos preferred

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Friday 8th & Saturday 9th of October 2021 Covid regulations apply.

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DEVONSHIRE TEAS & BBQ LUNCH AVAILABLE

CENTENARY PARK (adjacent to Hall)

SHOWCASING THE WORKS OF OVER 45 EXHIBITORS

Information on this flyer is correct at time of printing WWW.PITTSWORTHCRAFTANDFINEFOOD.COM

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 FROM 9AM TO 1PM

• BBQ & Other Foods • Plant Stall & Adornments for the garden • Entertainment & Childrens Activities

Ph: 0437 672 472

Email: craftffs@gmail.com

An initiative of the Anglican Parish of St Andrew’s Pittsworth

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Get out and see the region this September

includes a drink on arrival, mini cheese platter, and your very own flower crown. To purchase, go to toowoombahospitalfoundation.org.au/ events

DARLING DOWNS WOMEN’S HEALTH EXPO

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, FROM 9AM - 2PM

TOOWOOMBA TRAILS 150+ YEARS OF RAIL IN TOOWOOMBA (TOUR & TALK) SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 FROM 10AM TO NOON

WHERE: The Goods Shed, Toowoomba.

WHAT: The state heritage-listed railway precinct is a must-visit destination. Explore the commercial, social and engineering significance of this intact historical treasure, arguably the most important piece of transport infrastructure ever built in the state of Queensland. Uncover some of the site’s fascinating buildings (air-raid shelters) and unique stories, from the antics of the young ladies working in the refreshment rooms to the ghost that is said to haunt the tracks. Meet at the north end, Toowoomba Railway Goods Shed, finish at the Railway Station after a tea or coffee with your tour guide (included in cost of the tour).

COST: Tickets and prices are available via the Trybooking website www.trybooking.com/ events/landing?eid=753246

THE BEAUTY BOUTIQUE ON BRIDGE FLOWER CROWN MAKING WORKSHOPS SEPTEMBER 8 AND 9

WHERE: The Royal on Ruthven.

WHAT: Come along to one of the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation’s Flower Crown Making workshops. These workshops are perfect for lovers of flowers and nature, as Lisel from Belle Bouquets will ensure you can create a DIY flower crown to wear out for the weekend. There’ll be two workshops: Wednesday, Sept 8 and Thursday, Sept 9.

COST: Tickets are $75 per person and

Hairy does the Job A Chartered Accountant with a sense of humour

WHERE: Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre, USQ. WHAT: The Women’s Health Exhibition (WHE) provides the chance for businesses to demonstrate to the community the support and wide range of services available for women’s health across the Darling Downs and to empower women around building a toolkit to manage their health. Given the lack of women’s fertility and baby exhibition in the region, the 2021 expo will also extend to capture this demographic.

COST: For more information, please visit www.qendo.org.au/whe

FESTIVAL OF THE BIG COW

some butter and enjoy some ice-cream. Don’t miss the Flowers on Cows Parade and baby animals in the nursery. There will be live music and great food. You might even encounter the infamous Ned Kelly hanging out at the Bushranger Cafe. Whether you love history, you’re a big cow fan or you are just looking for great entertainment you will have a wonderful time at the Festival of the Big Cow. COST: For more information and pricing, please contact the Highfields Pioneer Village.

TOOWOOMBA COLOUR FRENZY

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 - 8.30AM TO 11AM WHERE: Newtown Park, Toowoomba.

WHAT: An exciting and colourful day for everyone as you’re invited to this fun run/walk.

There’ll be new pre- and post-event entertainment with giveaways, music, games, food and drinks available; and doggos are allowed. With the 1.25km track, you can choose to do one lap or all the laps - walk, jog, run or even crawl. It’s completely self-paced and untimed.

COST: More information is available from www.colourfrenzy.com.au * Please be aware event dates (and admission protocols) may change due to COVID-19 requirements. If you have any questions, please contact the venue for their latest information.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

WHERE: Highfields Pioneer Village, 73 Wirraglen Road, Highfields.

WHAT: Recognising the history of the dairy industry in Australia and ‘all things cow’.

Come and experience dairying life in the Australian Pioneer days. Milk a cow, churn

Jeff Hannaford is a Community Chartered Accountant and Trouble Shooter who has been in business since 1978 when he opened up his first office in Inglewood. His business has now grown with another 2 offices in Texas and Millmerran.

Don’t delay, contact and enjoy the experience of good old fashioned service.

For a free insight into what changes you could make to your business, call Jeff on 0429 894 937

Jeff Hannaford Pty Ltd Office Contacts: Millmerran 07 4695 1477 | Inglewood 07 4652 1106 Texas 07 4653 1155 57 STYLE

EXCELLENCE Join in on the celebrations of the Focus HR Business Excellence Awards 2021, proudly presented by the Toowoomba Chamber at this years Awards Evening Gala Dinner.

Saturday 16 October 2021 | 5.30PM Edmund Rice Cultural Centre, St Mary's College, Hill St Black-tie with 3 course dinner and pre-drinks

Who will be crowned the 2021 Business of the Year?

Book your tickets now - www.toowoombachamber.com.au

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SCENE BUILDING A FUTURE

DGT Employment team members (from left) Jess Cameron, Amanda Anderson, Del Daly, Manu Luscombe, Kim Watson, Laura McSweeney and Kora Pamogas.

The team from NRG Services.

Elegantly dressed builders and their family and friends came together to celebrate excellence in the industry with the 2021 Downs and Western Master Builders Housing and Construction Awards on Sunday, August 1, in Toowoomba.

Craig and Kathy Knauth from PlastaMasta.

Emily Bosman and Erika Brayshaw from The Chronicle.

Intrafine Ceilings and Partitions team members Rod Morgan, Lizzie Mandall, Chris Luhrs and Rowan Klingberg.

Friday 8th October 2021 9am – 4.00pm CLIVE BERGHOFER RECREATIONAL CENTRE 20 BAKER ST, DARLING HEIGHTS (OPPOSITE USQ) disabilityexposc.com.au The event not to be missed for people with disabilities, family, carers and friends plus community minded people providing products and services, all in one central space.

With more than 60 exhibits and a variety of presentations the expo is FREE to attend.

Free Entry Parking is FREE Available on site

Access and facilities Venue is wheelchair friendly and has disabled toilet facilities

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