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Upcoming Events for September & October 2014 FREE FILM UNDER THE STARS PITCH PERFECT (M) SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER, FREE Enjoy this family friendly animation on the Darwin Waterfront lawns from 7pm.

Pack a picnic or enjoytakeaway dinner specials available on the night from Darwin Waterfront restaurants.

Next FREE film will be screened at 7pm on Saturday 4 October.

SPLASHFEST CELEBRATING WATER SAFETY WEEK Sunday 21 September, 10am to 2pm, FREE Enjoy free entertainment for the whole family with bouncy castles, waterslides, face painting, tennis sessions for kids, information available on water safety, demonstrations by the Life Savers and your chance to meet Boof the Barra.

COOL OFF IN THE WATER Offering safe year-round swimming, there is a free saltwater Recreation Lagoon patrolled by Life Savers from 9am to 6pm everyday or the very popular Wave Lagoon open from 10am to 6pm every day.

Admission to the Wave Pool 15yrs and over $7 Under 15yrs $5 Under 2 yrs Free Seniors Concession $5 Family (max 2 adults and up to 3 children) $18

SUNDAYS LIVE AT THE LAGOON Every Sunday, 12pm - 4pm, FREE Relax with live music on the lawns of the Recreation Lagoon every Sunday afternoon during the Dry. With a different musician every weekend, there is something to suit all musical tastes!

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FOREWARD Welcome to September/October edition of DarwinLife magazine. I thought I would use this publishers note to introduce you to some of the team. Myself and Leasel started the magazine 5 years ago and over time have fine tuned some parts of the publishing process while staying true to the mission at hand, which is to network local businesses and to put locals intouch with professionals who can help them get what they need. Blair and Stephenie are the stalwarts of the magazine and just recently we introduced Mark and Heidi to the team to help us with our TerritoryLife publication.

Each team member has their unique qualities and each is dedicated to telling the stories of our forward thinking business operators. If you feel we can help promote you and your enterprise give one of the team a call.

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W E E K It’s not just a fashion show. Mehali Tsangaris, founder and creative director of NT Fashion Week, brings his world-class vision home with this fashion spectacular.

Photography by George Fragopoulos

A former model and dancer, Mehali has been teaching modelling and choreographing fashion shows and dance shows since the age of 19. He brings his stunning vision to NT Fashion Week (NTFW).

“We’re delivering an experience. Not only are you getting to see great Territory product, supporting local Territory businesses; you’re also being taken on a journey through visual and physical stimulation by watching the show and all its elements together,” says Mehali.

“When you can make the audience’s heart skip a beat, you take them on a journey. You capture them in a moment in time, and they have an attachment to that product because they want to relive that moment in time.”

Born and bred in Darwin, Mehali takes great pride in Territory grass roots.

“NTFW is taking Territory pride into the new millennium. We’re known for beautiful scenery, places, fishing and indigenous culture. It’s fantastic, but let’s build on that. There’s so much more than that. We’re looking at expanding the Territory brand.”

“We want Territorians to be more confident and more attached to Territory products and businesses.”

Since launching NTFW last year, Mehali is gearing towards even greater success with this year’s NTFW showcasing the Territory brand on a worldclass stage.

“What we recognised was that NTFW is a great vehicle for not only fashion products, but any Territory business. We’re saying to the world that Territory people, products and businesses are fashionable.”

“My ultimate goal is for our designers and retailers to do well, to achieve great sales, and help get designers into a broader market.”

Mehali is eager to expand NTFW’s international reach into the Asian markets with an emerging relationship with the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia and the KL Fashion Week Executive Team.

With that vision in mind Mehali engaged Meriel Corbett-Weir with a background in the creative industries and stakeholder engagement to build a business model based on public private partnerships both national and international to take the plan to fruition.

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Shop the Runway – Love it. Buy it. Own it.

Shop the Runway is an exciting addition to this year’s NT Fashion Week. It offers the direct selling element, from designers to audiences, straight from the runway.

“All of our designers are designing for 2015, which you will be able to purchase in 2014.

This is the opportunity to be the first to own a garment that’s for 2015,” says Mehali.

The Face of Fashion Week NTFW is searching for the next female and male star in fashion. The response has been extraordinary according to Mehali. The contest is open to public to enter and vote.

“We’ve got nearly 120 entrants, and had over 13,000 votes cast.”

Public votes decide the top 10 females and top 10 males to go forth before an expert panel, who then narrow it down to the top 4: 2 males and 2 females.

“The top 4 all get to shoot the television commercial and the hero poster for Fashion Week. The 2 winners (1 male and

1 female) will b e announced at o u r huge bash called Wildlife (the NTFW Program Launch) on the 20th of September.”

Winners also get a contract with Mehalis Model, being the first ones on the books with Mehali’s own agency.

With over 20 years experience, Mehali’s approach is tailored to provide mentoring in the realms of fashion.

Mehali is particularly joyed to see the confidence in younger model hopefuls, and a growing interest in male modelling.

“It’s good to see the younger kids being brave enough to post their picture online without makeup, and without Instagram filters.”

“Of all the contestants, 40 of them are males, which is really exciting to see the younger generation of men being comfortable to

participate in fashion orientated events.”

Supporting NTFW Mehali is extremely proud of all the support garnered from major stakeholders including: Southern Cross Television, Northline, CDU, Darwin International Airport, Simon Says Television, Kerrys Automotive Group, Paspalis Centrepoint Business Centre, Malaysia Airlines.

“It’s exciting to see all of these big businesses that really see a future for developing the Territory, in a new angle to sell the Territory to the world, and increase the confidence of Territorians. NTFW has become a vehicle to make a change in the way territory lifestyle and business is perceived internally and also externally. It also has the capacity to lead other NT businesses to be visually expressive.”

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Specialists Part 2

From finding somewhere to eat, a childcare facility, or even someone to photograph the special moments in your life, you want nothing but the best. The hardest part is finding a business that you trust and know you can get exactly what you want from them. To take the hard work out for you, we have sourced out the Top 10 Specialists of their field or industry to see what they have to offer locals, and what sets them apart from them the rest.

C h ildcare specialist

La Crèche on the Avenue Enrolments for 2015 are now open and places are filling fast at Darwin’s newest major childcare centre; La Crèche on the Avenue.

October marks six months since La Crèche on the Avenue first opened its doors, offering premium quality childcare and early learning programs for children aged six weeks to five years.

Darwin families have already embraced the state-of-the-art facilities, innovative learning environment and dedicated, experienced staff La Crèche has to offer.

The fast growing success is the result of years of careful planning by founder and director Louise de Bomford-Scott.

A respected name in childcare and early childhood education in Northern Territory for more than 15 years, Louise always longed to run her own centre.

Now a mother of four and grandmother of three, Louise had a successful career in nursing prior to her move to childcare. But the need to spend more time with her young family prompted a change.

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birthdays and Christmas and special events,” she recalls.

“Childcare gave me much more flexibility and I enjoyed it. I’m still so passionate about it and that’s why we’re here today.”

Combining the nationally-recognised Early Years Learning Framework, small group sizes and individualised attention, La Crèche prides itself on offering an unsurpassed level of care and the best possible learning outcomes.

“Our focus is on developing each child as an individual and adopting the appropriate educational approach for them,” says Louise.

“Our facilities include large shaded outdoor areas for fun and developmental activities like riding bikes, playing on climbing frames and building cubby houses, as well as enjoying books, puzzles and drawing and caring for our herb and vegetable garden.”

Fresh produce is embraced in the meals on offer at La Crèche, all lovingly prepared and cooked on site. With children’s health and safety paramount, the centre has a strict egg and nut free policy and can cater for other dietary

requirements as required. Families can also access egg and nut free recipes for birthday cakes and other special occasions.

It’s this attention to detail that has seen La Crèche fast becoming the provider of choice for childcare in Darwin. The rush of enrolments has created employment opportunities for local people, now employing 33 staff. And with places already filling fast for next year, La Crèche is preparing for an exciting future ahead.

To register your interest or secure your child’s place at La Crèche visit www.lacreche.com.au or call on 89 959555

F ITN ESS speci alist

Jacob Andreae

Jacob Andreae Performance Strategies Jacob Andreae isn’t your typical fitness professional.

In addition to group fitness, personalised exercise programs and dietitian-designed nutritional plans, he assists clients to transform their mindsets in order to transform their bodies.

Jacob Andreae Performance Strategies can help clients in other areas of their life too, removing obstacles and changing attitudes to improve relationships, increase their performance at work or sport, and achieve a restored sense of happiness.

With a background in sports science, teaching, psychology and neuro-linguistic programming, he has studied the connection between how people think, feel and behave, and how their happiness and personal fulfilment can affect their health.

“A lot of my clients have something holding them back without even realising it,” he says.

“As soon as we work through that and apply the strategies to change their mindset, they can achieve their goals, whatever they may be.”

With more than 15 years in the health and fitness industry, Jacob has seen and influenced hundreds of personal transformations that went far beyond weight loss and a smaller dress size.

He is continually motivated by the progress his clients make, and it’s the smallest achievements that mean the most.

“I used to be completely focused on the outcome, but now I find the process of getting there even more exciting because I know that as long as my strategies are followed, the outcome will take care of itself,” he says.

“I give my clients small targets to hit each week and it’s fantastic to see their reactions, to see people inspired, proud and happy.”

Jacob’s passion for health and fitness began long before he even realised. As a child he loved sport and excelled at athletics, and still holds the NT open record for 400m hurdles. Despite his active childhood, he says he was always a ‘chubby kid’, which inspired him to learn more about nutrition and exercise in his teenage years.

It was during this time he was exposed to inspirational mentors and opportunities, including a 12-month Sir Adrian Curlewis Scholarship for personal development and leadership, mentoring a national youth forum and participating in a national youth development camp with Surf Life Saving Australia and Youth

Round Table for Young Territorians.

“I feel like I’ve been given a lot of opportunities in my life. I soon started to realise I had a chance to pass on the lessons I learnt to other people,” he says.

Jacob is also entrusted to deliver local council fitness programs including a Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids program commencing in September, particularly close to his own heart as a father of five.

He is also a partner in the Darwin Academy of Sport which provides personal, cognitive and physical development and training to athletes and sports teams including the Wanderers Football Club, Palmerston Magpies Football Club, Hoggies Netball Club and AFL NT. For more information visit www.jacobandreae.com or www.sportdarwin.com.au

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VENUE

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It is the big day. Everything is perfect. You’ve made the decision to showcase your wedding with the stunning backdrop of the sweeping water views across Darwin at East Point.

You’re celebrating your big day on the uniquely Territory tropical grounds and first class venue at Pee Wee’s at East Point where romance is in the air from the moment you walk down the path and absorb the breathtaking views.

Situated in the natural beauty of East Point Reserve, the waterside venue offers magnificent views and a gentle ambience as a blank canvas for you to create and realise all your desires.

Enjoy elegant dining under Darwin’s tropical skies as Pee Wee’s team of hospitality professionals provide you with the highest level of food and beverage service.

Darwin’s premier restaurant offers a variety of food and beverage packages that showcases the freshest of produce from locally caught prawns and saltwater barramundi to Paspaley pearl meat and tropically grown fruits to freshly made Humpty Doo buffalo mozzarella and feta.

The Wedding Compendium is designed to showcase a range of food and beverage packages that reflects the produce, climate and multiculturalism of the Northern

Territory. They also can arrange customised packages to suit your desire.’You can have canapes at sunset, a sumptuous buffet spread or grand 4 course meal. The wedding services and packages suit a range of budgets and cater for small intimate dinners to the grandest of weddings. Simply discuss with the Event Manager your desire, and they will ensure it is perfection on the day.

If you want perfection, class and elegance, then Pee Wee’s is the place to celebrate your big day with your family and friends.

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C o nve yancing specialist

We care for the most important investment of your life Liscensed Convetancing Agents (NT)

At Jarrett Lawrie Conveyancing, we strive to ensure that you receive the best conveyancing representation and services. Sue and Dianne will treat your case with care and respect. We understand that you are putting your livelihood in our hands and we commit to providing you with the best representation possible.

Ph: 8981 4394 • F: 08 8981 4346 A: Suite 3/53 Ross Smith Avenue Parap E: sue@jarrettlawrie.com.au • dianne@jarrettlawrie.com.au

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TRAVEL specialist

JET, SET, GO...

They’re two worldly women with a valuable and much sought-after knowledge of Australia and indeed the globe.

For more than two decades Veronica Peetz, owner of Jetset Travel Darwin, and her colleague of 15 years (plus a little more) Liz Zikan, have sent countless holidaymakers off to explore the country and its international neighbours. Their enthusiasm for the travel industry, a myriad of first hand experiences and thirst for learning about what’s on the other side of the world is contagious and we’re calling all potential passengers to find out why.

Jetset Travel Darwin has been and still is a thriving travel hive in the Smith St Mall. It functions like a brand new A380 and these two local ladies keep it humming at Darwin Plaza. “I remember when I first started out in travel,” shares Veronica, who happily made the N.T home during the late 1970s. “I was working with John Tilley back then and he was operating Tillair in Katherine.” Liz has lived in Darwin for 19 years too so we’ve both been in the Top End for a long time. “We’ve built a well-respected reputation for the business and an unwavering trust and rapport with both leisure and corporate clients. We understand their travel needs and when they return to Darwin they know we are here to arrange their next venture.”

Jetset Travel Darwin is also the sole agent in the Top End for Cruiseco, which means Veronica and Liz have their fingertips on the most exotic ports of call and popular holiday deals such as Cruiseco’s exclusive Asia river cruises to last suite availability on Cunard, P&O World, Princess, Azamara, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruises to create the best fly, cruise and stay package personally suited to you.

Many clients have been returning to Jetset Travel Darwin for more than 20 years confident the pair will fulfill their holiday dreams. “Liz and I are meticulous about ensuring everything’s right from the moment passengers board their boat, plane or train,” shares Veronica. “We have systems in place far superior than anything the Internet offers and can ensure best value for money and a hassle-free, peace of mind process. After all, holidays are supposed to be fun and, to quote the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA), “without a Travel Agent you’re on your own.”

Veronica and Liz’s albums of relatable travel tales are so diverse, so whether it’s an interstate trip or a cruise around the world Jetset Travel Darwin knows how to create a family adventure, a corporate business trip or the holiday of a lifetime on any budget anywhere in the world.

Call the girls at Jetset Travel Darwin 41 Smith St Mall, Darwin Plaza 8981 5530 | 8981 5531 darwin@jetset.com.au www.jetset.com.au/darwin DarwinLife Magazine

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Dale Walker Dunvegan Real Estate

By Michelle Dryburgh

Dunvegan Real Estate was born from a passion for people, property and investing.

Four years on, it is a growing force in Darwin’s competitive real estate market, specialising in both property management and sales.

Founder Dale Walker is as passionate today as the day she started the business – then a sole operator agency.

Dunvegan now hosts a team of six dedicated real estate professionals. Dale maintains an active role in the business and continues to enjoy interacting with clients and delivering a tailored, personalised service to each and every one.

That growth of Dunvegan Real Estate has stemmed from a reputation for building trusting, professional relationships with clients, which has spread simply by word of mouth.

“We pride ourselves on our high level of communication, getting the basics right and delivering on our commitments,” says Dale.

“We work with a high level of integrity and a go getter attitude. As a team we

offer superior levels of customer service in the real estate industry.”

After initially pursuing a career in conveyancing in Victoria, Dale moved to Darwin 13 years ago and wanted a change of scenery. Her first role was in real estate reception. That progressed to various other roles before Dale obtained her real estate licence and began working in sales. She soon realised her goal of opening her own agency to be able to guarantee the highest level of service for her clients. A landlord herself, Dale is excited about the strengthening rental market.

“I have developed a team with the same passion and genuinely enjoy getting the best possible results for our landlords,” she says.

“You’ll find that we value business relationships based on trust and communication.”

Dale believes key to the success of any business is well trained and experienced, knowledgeable staff.

“I’ve always invested heavily in training and personal development of the team at Dunvegan. It’s important to me that each employee feels valued and is given plenty of opportunity to further grow in the workplace,” she says.

“I’m really proud of my team at Dunvegan. Everyone who works here enjoys coming to work each day and puts in 110%. It’s a really pleasant work place with a positive atmosphere, which ensures our clients always catch us on a good day.”

“A Busi ness Bui l t on Pers ona l Referra ls, f r o m Ver y Ha ppy Clients.”

Dale Walker 0408 952 595 1/6 Woodlake Boulevard, Durack f.Dale 08 Walker 8932 0408 1225952 595 Box 2153 Palmerston NT 0831 e.PO dale@dunvegan.net.au f. 08 8932 1225 e. dale@dunvegan.net.au

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Emergency specialist

Craig

Garraway St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance has been caring for the people of the Northern Territory for more than 50 years. It’s a self-funded charitable organisation with eight stations across the Territory, operated by a small but dedicated team of staff and 500 volunteers. At the helm of them all is Craig Garraway, operations manager for all of the Northern Territory. DarwinLife caught up with Craig to find out more about him and his role…

The first thing you notice about Craig Garraway is his passion. Passion for the community, his work, his family – ultimately a passion for life. It’s what drew him to St John Ambulance 26 years ago, and has intensified through the tragedy and fragility of life he has witnessed in that time.

He admits the job has its challenges, but there are many rewarding moments too.

“Saving someone’s life and seeing them interact with their families once they’ve recovered; being there for people who have lost loved ones knowing you are in some way having a positive impact.”

“Paramedics impact on people every day, we touch many people’s hearts and we are the most trusted profession which is very humbling. Being able to make a difference to someone who is suffering or in need, these form the core values of St John.”

Since joining St John as a volunteer in Darwin in 1988, Craig has worked in all of the stations across the Territory. He became a full-time ambulance officer in 1990 working as a trainee paramedic in Tennant Creek for two years. In 1992 he transferred to Katherine and in 1994 was appointed Officer in Charge of Nhulunbuy where he spent 12 months establishing the

region’s first ambulance service – which he lists as one of his greatest achievements. He then returned to Katherine, becoming the regional manager until 1998 when he relocated to Alice Springs for seven years as the deputy operations manager for the region. He took up a similar role in Darwin in 2005 and was appointed to his current role in 2012.

Based at the Casuarina ambulance headquarters, he travels weekly across the Territory by road and air to visit each of the stations. A typical work day for Craig starts at 6am, preparing his uniform, being briefed on any overnight incidents and often doing interviews with media.

He stops for coffee on the way to the office to meet fellow managers and discuss the day’s strategies, and the rest of his day is filled with briefings and meetings, attending to HR issues and meeting with staff.

“Paramedics attend many varied events, a lot of these are challenging and emotional incidences and impact on everyone. Trying to minimise the impact on those involved is a big part of my job,” he says.

When he’s not working, Craig enjoys nothing more than spending time with his family and indulging his need for speed.

“I love my family, I have three boys and an amazing understanding wife who have missed having me in their lives for a very long time,” he says.

“I love motorsport and am very involved in most motorsport as a competitor when time allows. I have been a very keen water skier for most of my life too and I finally have the bug to travel which will make my wife very happy to hear.”

And it’s clear Craig is as passionate about his work as he’s ever been, and grateful to be part of a profession which has a major impact on the lives of everyday people.

“It is no surprise that paramedics have been voted the most trusted profession for over 10 years in a row. We have some extremely dedicated and professional members across the Territory and I am proud to work alongside these respected individuals.”

Debbie Garraway St John Ambulance NT 89226202 www.stjohnnt.org.au

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Ph oto graphy specialist

Hello Jacci First, just to reiterate, your image of the gigantic jet may be one of, if not the best, such images we have seen to date (and I have seen just about all the known images as part of our ongoing research projects with NASA and other agencies.)

The image is of considerable scientific value to the research community. There are less than 20 known gigantic jet images, and yours shows details rarely captured before.

Walter A. Lyons, Ph.D., CCM

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Photography speci alist

STORMBIRD Renowned Australian Weather and Nature photographer, Jacci Ingham, shares her passion for chasing storms and reveals her secrets of mastering the art of weather and nature photography.

In this comprehensive guide Jacci teaches you everything you need to know about capturing your own landscape and lightning images. She clearly explains the equipment used, and details the camera settings for the various times of day and meteorological conditions.

‘The Art of Weather Photography’ is full of dramatic photographs that capture the moods, expressions and colours of a monsoonal climate and the strikingly beautiful Australian landscapes. You will soon be capturing your own images like a professional.

This book is suitable for all ages. It contains a useful glossary to help the novice reader. It covers definitions of common terms, acronyms and popular jargon used by storm photographers and covers both photography and meteorological subjects.

All photos, writings and illustrations within her book are by Jacci Ingham.

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Don’t sweat it

By Michelle Dryburgh

Airconditioning is one of life’s little luxuries that becomes a ‘must have’ when you live in the tropics.

But when it comes to cooling your home or business premises, efficiency and affordability are two important factors.

UB Cool founder Steve Johnstone says the biggest mistake people make is choosing the cheapest option, rather than assessing their individual needs.

The outcome can be an airconditioning unit that is either too small or too large for the space to be cooled, resulting in high energy costs and the expense of upgrading or downsizing down the track.

A visit to Steve’s newest business and showroom Darwin Airconditioning Warehouse on Coconut Grove’s De Latour Street can avoid all of that.

The first of its kind in Darwin, the warehouse offers a wide product range and professional, knowledgeable service to both commercial customers and the public.

“We focus on customer service and doing the job right the first time,” Steve says.

“Customers can walk in and get advice from trade-qualified staff on exactly which air conditioner will suit their needs, not just what’s on sale. They can make arrangements for the units to be installed immediately, or simply buy an air-

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conditioner and have it installed when it suits them.”

Installation is another essential factor to consider.

Steve says customers need to be wary of underqualified tradesmen offering air-conditioning installation at reduced rates. Often they will be faced with hidden extra costs and inferior quality work.

“Air-conditioning systems need to be installed professionally to ensure they are safe, operate effectively and last the test of time,” he says.

“Some clients make the mistake of choosing the cheapest possible solution which can see the customer spending more in the long term. Having the right type of air-conditioner and having it installed professionally ensures longevity.

“All of our air-conditioners come with a five-year manufacturer warranty and five-year installation warranty for maximum peace of mind.”

UB Cool is now Darwin’s leading supplier of air-conditioning solutions from small to large residential developments and commercial projects, backed by the knowledge and experience to complete large projects on time and on budget.

It’s also one of the top five retailers of Panasonic Air

Conditioners in Australia, with more than $1.7-million in purchases last year giving them maximum buying power.

The company has installed some of the largest Panasonic FSV multi-split systems in Australia, into several buildings including Kube on Darwin’s Cavenagh Street.

And most recently UB Cool claimed the title of 2014 NT Small Business of the Year at the Telstra Business Awards.

They are huge achievements for a business that began just five years ago, and the result, Steve says, of hard work, highly trained staff and a commitment to achieving the best result for every customer.

“The advancement in multi systems and building management systems have been huge with energy savings being the focus,” he says.

“The product range now available through our suppliers Panasonic, Fujitsu and Mitsubishi Electric allows us to select the most energy efficient air conditioning solution for each of our clients.”

Since opening the doors in 2009, Steve has hired and successfully trained four apprentices who are now fully qualified tradesmen, and is currently training four new apprentices.

“We train our staff and we keep our staff which ensures we keep our quality,” he says.

“They’re a bit like a footy team. They all look out for each other, respect each other, socialise together and therefore work well together. We do a lot of team-building activities such as golf, go-karting, paintball, motorsports and fishing trips. We have a total 18 employees and we’re all getting excited about our Christmas party which will be in Bali for the second year

in a row.”

Another contributor to the success of UB Cool is its innovative ideas to save customers time and money.

Among them is the ‘Green Remote’ – a money-saving idea that restricts a cooling unit’s temperature to a minimum of 22 degrees.

“It’s a very simple device, but it can save up to 40 per cent on air-conditioner operating costs.”

Steve has always found satisfaction in providing top quality products and service. It is a trait known and appreciated by all of his customers, and retained since day one.

Steve is also grateful for the opportunity to live and work in the Top End, after arriving in Darwin in 2006 for what was supposed to be a three-month holiday.

“I always had the desire to come to the Top End, and finally made it happen, leaving South East Queensland,” he says.

“And here I have stayed, starting the business, and a family.

“I would like to thank all of the customers and suppliers that have supported us during the past five years. We look forward to keeping Darwin cool for many more years to come.”

For more information on Steve, his team and the UB Cool product range and services, visit www.ubcool.com.au

IN THE BUSINESS OF BRILLIANT Congratulations U B Cool Pty Ltd 2014 NT Small Business of the Year Steve Johnstone loved Australia’s Top End so much, he started U B COOL PTY LTD air conditioning so he could stay there. His passion for the place matched his passion for the business. He trained his own tradespeople and grew U B COOL PTY LTD from a storage shed to an office, showroom, warehouse and a fleet of vehicles. For Steve, it was about setting the highest standard. As he always says, good enough isn’t good enough.

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Extreme Auto Installations

BY MICHELLE DRYBURGH

Celebrating 10 years in business, Extreme Auto Installations has cemented its position as an industry leader. The team has built a trusted reputation for quality service, reliability and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Whether you drive a high performance vehicle, an everyday car, four-wheeldrive, motorbike caravan or even a boat, Extreme Auto Installations are specialists in aftermarket accessories and custom installations for all vehicles, from entertainment and stereo systems to lighting and communication. And it doesn’t stop there…

Done right, aftermarket accessories can improve performance, enhance functionality, increase safety and add value to your vehicle.

Done wrong, they can cause extensive damage, fire and safety risks, and leave you with a costly repair bill.

That’s why so many drivers choose Extreme Auto Installations, trusting their vehicles in the experienced hands of owner Carlos Aberasturi and his skilled team.

Since 2004, Extreme Auto Installations has been combining top quality products with premium service to achieve a professional finish for each and every customer.

The business is also known for its knowledgeable and friendly staff.

“We now have 11 employees which gives us more capability and capacity than ever before,” says Carlos.

“We enjoy talking to customers about their needs and also making suggestions for any products or accessories to further enhance their vehicle or improve their driving experience.”

Extreme Auto Installations has recently welcomed the arrival of a range of affordable, high-end speaker components, already popular with a variety of vehicle owners.

Carlos says reverse camera systems are also in high demand, and a new electric brake controller is achieving good results for vehicles towing trailers and caravans.

“We only use the best quality, tried and tested products to ensure we achieve the best results for our customers,” says Carlos.

“And where we can’t find exactly the right fit, we provide a range of custom solutions.”

With almost 20 years’ experience as an automotive accessory installer, Carlos has a proven record for excellence in the field.

Born and bred in Darwin, he has always been passionate about supporting local business and local people, and was determined to establish his own workshop to provide high-level service and top quality workmanship.

Extreme Auto Installations has continued to grow from strength to strength, moving into a custom designed workshop in 2010 and now employing 11 local people.

As a result, customers who support the business are guaranteed their money will stay in the community. Carlos and his wife have chosen to raise their four young children in Darwin, and he guarantees they’re here to stay.

“My wife and I were both born in Darwin, it’s our home and we love it here,” he says. “It’s great being able to employ and support other local people and we plan to keep growing and strengthening the business to create new opportunities into the future.”

Whether you have an installation in mind or you’re contemplating purchasing

and customising a new vehicle, Carlos encourages you to contact him and his team to discuss your needs.

Extreme Auto Installations – Just a sample of what we can do for you • Accessory power outlets • Alarm systems • Camper trailer/caravan power connections/fit out’s • Car stereo upgrades • Central door locking • Communication equipment – HF, Satellite, UHF, UHF CB, VHF • Custom stereo systems • Dual Battery systems • DVD players/ headrest monitors • Driving/Spot lights • Electronic boost controllers Reverse camera dual/ single systems • Emergency warning light bars, lights and sirens • Engine management systems • HID lighting upgrades • In car entertainment systems • LED interior lighting • LED light bars • Parking sensors • Show car lighting systems • Search/ work lights • Satellite vehicle tracking systems • Turbo timers

Shed 3 103 Reichardt Rd, Winnellie NT 0820 p. (08) 8984 4311 e. info@extremeautoinstallations.com.au w. www.extremeautoinstallations.com.au

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Elcho Island Arts: contemporary art from ancestral traditions Nestled off the coast of North East Arnhem Land, 550km east of Darwin, lies Elcho Island - a place of mesmerising natural beauty and home of the Yolngu people. Yolngu culture is based on a strong sense of connection to land and sea, and artists from Elcho Island Arts celebrate this rich cultural history through combining contemporary artistic practise with ancestral traditions.

Established in the late 1980s and community operated since 1992, Elcho Island Arts is based in the main township of Galiwin’ku; with a population of around 2,500 it is the second largest Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory. The art centre also services twelve surrounding homeland regions, making it an active and integral part of the community. Elcho Island Arts has earned a strong reputation for the quality of weavings, paintings and carvings created by its artists, demonstrating originality of design and intimate knowledge of ancestral histories and traditional materials.

From barks and larrakitj (hollow logs) painted with designs in natural ochres, baskets, mats and soft sculpture woven from naturally dyed Pandanas to lively acrylic paintings on canvas, each art work is a unique representation of contemporary Yolngu culture.

Artists from Elcho Island Arts include custodian of the Banumbirr (Morning Star Pole), Gali Yalkarriwuy Gurruwiwi, painter Peter Datjing, weavers Mavis Ganambarr and Judy Manany and carvers David Djarrka, Wendy Galanini and Megan Yunupingu. Elcho Island artists exhibit nationally and internationally, and have work represented in major public collections throughout Australia.

Elcho Island Arts has recently opened a gallery in Darwin offering a range of traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art including paintings, carvings, weavings, yidaki (didgeridoo) and limited edition prints, sure to entice all art lovers from novice buyers to discerning collectors.

Elcho Island Arts - Gallery now open at 7 Pavonia Place, Nightcliff, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm and Sunday 9am-2pm.

Aboriginal art centre supporting artists from the community of Galiwin’ku and surrounding Marthakal homelands, North East Arnhem Land.

GALLERY OPEN Monday to Friday 9am-5pm & Sunday 9am-2pm 7 Pavonia Place Nightcliff Darwin NT 0810 T 08 8948 6600 | E gallery@elchoarts.com www.elchoarts.com Joe Dhamanydji Bilbibarr 2014 ochre & fixative on bark 127 x 54cm (detail)

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There are so many reasons why learning languages is important. Darwin Languages Centre provides quality after hours language programs for school students of all ages.

Languages include: English, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese and Tagalog.

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Darwin’s Life Without Barr iers Launches

Home and Community Care ( HA C C ) S ervices Not-for-profit organisation Life Without Barriers is happy to announce the launch of its Home and Community Care (HACC) services for older people in Darwin and Top End region.

Life Without Barriers offers Domestic Assistance, Centre Based Day Program, Social Support and Transport services for older people, funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through the Commonwealth Home and Community Care (HACC) Program.

Life Without Barriers can provide a range of services, such as assistance with shopping, basic housework, helping to prepare light meals, through to transport to medical appointments or accessing

social community based activities.

We have been working with older people in our community for a number of years throughout Australia and we are excited to now offer a wide range of home support services to older people in Darwin and the Top End region to support them to remain living independently in their own homes and provide support to access their community.

We are here to support our community.

If you need support to access these or any other services, please contact us at

our Darwin office on (08) 8930 2300.

To be eligible for HACC services, people need to be 65 years of age and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people).

Life Without Barriers has been based in Darwin for 8 years, providing foster care, disability services and aged care support to the region, as well as nearby rural and Aboriginal communities.

Marcelo Alvarez HACC Program Manager

LIFE WITHOUT BARRIERS HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES We provide:

CENTRE BASED DAY PROGRAM • TRANSPORT DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE • SOCIAL SUPPORT Life Without Barriers offers Home and Community Care (HACC) services to provide opportunities for older people in the greater Darwin region to remain living independently in their own homes, in their community for as long as possible.

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“We’re the only entity within Northern Territory’s body corporate management industry that offers such a unique service. No one else does what we do.”

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A C o mmitment to the Community It is an organization founded on unrivalled experience and has an extensive comprehension of and commitment to professional and efficient service. Today, six years after Sterling Management Services commenced operations, it continues to exceed its reputation. For more than two decades Managing Director Phil Doyle has excelled in Darwin’s real estate industry and functioned at the highest echelon, as former President of the Real Estate Institute of the Northern Territory. However, since 2009, Phil, his organisation and some highly resourceful, skilled and dedicated colleagues have been refining the body corporate role in the Top End, and creating an impact; a positive one.

C h airp erson of the Y e ar Award Sterling Management Services functions with an underlying philosophy, one that provides a fairly transparent insight into how it is determined to operate and with whom. In 2012, Sterling Management Services created the Chairperson of the Year Award to “assist the chairperson (of each body corporate committee) by providing the best possible resources for that person to do their job and recognise the chairperson’s efforts,” explains Phil. The role of a chairperson holds far greater diversity and breadth of experience and management than your average block of apartments according to Phil. “To put the responsibility of the chairperson and the committee into perspective, Sterling Management Services has more than a billion dollars of real estate under contract. We have individual properties with total assets worth more than one hundred million dollars and all of these properties have sophisticated security and building management systems. So it’s vital, to us, to show our appreciation to these individuals and demonstrate to our body corporate members that we’re serious about supporting them and their committees, promoting harmony and community within our various strata properties and elevating the status of the chairpersons so members can appreciate the effort in delivering the highest level of service.”

Peter Hawke, Chairman of Sky Tower apartments was presented with the award for excelling in the management of the high-end residential complex and shares his approach to the role. “There were a number of issues at this new building back in 2010 that I wasn’t aware of when we bought as owner/occupiers, which reinforces the importance of ‘buyer-beware’. The building is full of investors, people who’ve never lived within a strata title

or understood the different requirements that exist with a freestanding house.” During 44 of Peter’s 48 years in corporate banking he had often dealt with strata structures and not only had valuable experience but wanted to protect his property and guide others. The Sky Tower committee needed someone with Peter’s knowledge and someone willing to devote himself. “You’re a conduit between committee and resident,” adds Peter.

“There’s enormous responsibility, it is difficult administering the common areas of the body corporate plus it is an honorary position so the award really represented the work the committee did as a whole, our many hours, financial outlay and working towards a 100 per cent result. You don’t always get that result but you certainly aim for it,” enthuses Peter, who has also been working with the Northern Territory Government to develop changes in the industry that he hopes may come about later this year to benefit all body corporate entities.

And, the 2014 wi n n er i s…

Sterling Management Services is also preparing to announce its 2014 Chairperson of the Year Award winner soon at Ilido Restaurant, a location that

harbours one of Darwin’s prestigious waterfront positions, to honour this year’s recipient in a more public forum. “We believe in giving back to this unique group of individuals and recognizing their time and commitment to the strata community,” adds Phil who says he plans to turn the awards event into a gala night of nights to celebrate those making a difference within an industry that is “relatively small in the Territory despite Darwin’s dramatic increase in unit and estate developments in recent years.”

Establ ishing S terl ing Prior to creating Sterling Management Services, Phil was instrumental in establishing the Cullen Bay Management Corporation and Tipperary Waters Marina Estate, including management of the estate, marina and lock facilities. He has now built an enviable portfolio for Sterling Management Services with listings that now include the Bayview Management Corporation, Old Admiralty House Development, One-30 The Esplanade, Frances Bay Shopping Village in Tipperary Waters, Sky Towers, the Arkaba, City Heights, Oasis and Botanical Garden Apartments, Parap’s Kingston Green and Casa on Gregory,

Quest in Palmerston and C2 on The Esplanade.

The organisation also has an online system providing strata-members easy access to body corporate information from accounts, contact details to AGM minutes insurance and apartment guidelines and rules. The group’s caretaker service for many of the larger inner city residential and commercial properties (such as cleaning, gardening maintenance, supervision and a 24-hour, sevenday a week call out service) reinforces Sterling Management Services’ commitment to residents, and according to Phil, “gives our chairpersons and committees the support and resources to carry out their roles to the best of their ability and to the benefit of everyone, owner/occupiers, investors and tenants.”

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B uilding

A Gaming Computer By: Gage Tipper, Gaming PC Consultant “Gaming has become really big in the last few years and more and more people are moving into PC games. But when it comes to build a gaming rig, some people are having trouble to choose what they need. This is a very basic outline of some points to keep in mind.”

Gaming has become really big in the last few years and more people are moving into PC games and building their own gaming rigs. Many have trouble choosing what they need. This is a basic outline of some points to keep in mind: The case. Whilst aesthetics is a consideration, the main thing is to get the appropriate size.

I recommend a “Full size” or “Mid size” ATX case. Good airflow is also important in Darwin as the last thing you need during a battle with a dragon or an intense gunfight is a blue screen or a dead computer.

The platform, AMD or Intel.

Since games rely more on the GPU than the CPU, a midrange Intel i5 will be a better bang for your buck. If you choose AMD side, their speed is impressive and price is reasonable. Intel is like a Sports car, it is well designed and optimised with new technology to shave seconds of its

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lap times around a race track. AMD is a muscle car, massive amounts of unrefined power, simply designed and parts are really cheap.

The motherboard. You must choose the same type and socket as your CPU, regardless of what you chose, make sure it has enough RAM slots and a PCIE slots just in case you need upgrading in future.

The Video card. Just like the CPU, there is a choice between two brands, AMD or NVidia. Nvidia is super refined, latest technology, but expensive and AMD is about raw power, alternative technology and much more affordable cards. Check for the card’s memory (2GB+), speed and number of outputs.

Memory. For a gaming system, get at least 8GB. People often believe that more ram = more performance, for the most part, this is incorrect. Having 32GB instead of 16GB won’t make a difference.

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You do not need the fastest ram on the planet either, but make sure you stick within your motherboard specifications.

Hard disk and storage. For higher speeds, I would advise you to get an SSD for your OS and a standard 1TB HDD for everything else. I would recommend you not to have many photos or videos on either drive as they severely ruin HDD performance, eventually lead to loss of frames.

Standard Power Supply of 800W is enough for a high end graphics card, two hard disk configuration.

However, 1200W is recommended for bigger HDD array and more graphics cards.

We, at Hallmark can give you customised solutions to your need. When you visit our store, come and talk to me and get a machine that completely satisfies your expectations.

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State of Mind …it’s good to wonder and now it is time to…

We have just returned from Las Vegas where we were dazzled by the bright lights at night and the desert heat during the day.

Our mission whilst in Vegas was to learn about some of the great ways that we can teach you to sleep better, stop the endless chatter of task lists and business worries that keep you awake or distracted. We can show you ways that you can seriously take control of your mind. Like leaving work where it should be, at work and to enjoy the great things in your life; such as your family, friends and personal interests.

Some of you may have heard of Erickson or Elman or maybe Estabrooks; if not let us introduce you to some of the work from the best masters of Hypnosis.

Sure we were in Vegas and there are many interesting shows to choose from. Some of the shows feature illusionists and hypnosis and if you think that Hypnosis is where “we do it to you”- you are very wrong. While hypnotised you still have full control of what you will and will not do. So if you think that Hypnosis is about making someone do chicken walks or bark like a dog then you are missing out on one of the best methods in which you can control your own mind.

We will teach you how to get in touch with your unconscious mind and help you make the changes that for so long have eluded you.

If you have executive stress or want to get control of it, become motivated and focussed instead of just wondering. That’s right it’s good to wonder and now it is time to do something about it. Talk with us about your wonderings, we can assist you.

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UP THERE CAZALY’S “Well you work to earn a living, but the weekend comes a time…” These words run off our lips like tomato sauce slopping onto a beef pie. They’re some of the most famous lyrics in Australian sporting history and Up There Cazaly will long remain entrenched in AFL, September and the walls of one fine family club in the Top End; Cazalys Palmerston.

There’s no place like the home grounds of Cazalys Palmerston. It has existed on this patch of turf since 1999 and with more than 6,000 club members, has kicked more than a few goals in its time. Cazaly’s Palmerston has taken out numerous Australian Hotels Association NT Excellence Awards honoured as Best Overall Club in 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011 and 2010, Best Gaming Venue 2011 and 2010, Best NT Keno 2011. In fact Cazalys has won the prestigious Overall Cub Award in 7 of the last 8 Years. That’s called making your mark and Cazaly’s is in its own league when it comes to an unrivalled commitment to the Palmerston and greater Darwin community. Here’s why.

The affiliation Cazaly’s Palmerston has with a very long and respected list of local sporting groups is upstanding and to-date has raised an astonishing three million dollars for clubs and charities across the Northern Territory.

Cazaly’s is also a diligent supporter of the U.G.L.Y. Barmaid competition that raises millions nationally for the Leukemia Foundation. Two of Cazaly’s bar staff, Kyra and Zarra, can certainly pour a perfect beer any day of the week and are participating this year, so back the pair as best you can.

Now if you’re a mid-weeker, Wednesday nights are a top way to witness the Litchfield 8-Ball League in action at Cazaly’s, the most successful 8-Ball league in the Top End having won five consecutive NT open team championships; impressive. Hump day is also a thriving night of prizes, trivia and guffaws with Fiona, a fun, home grown host and long time Cazaly’s employee. On Thursdays there’s the open-entry, pool comp and they have a tonne of meat trays to raffle too courtesy of the Palmerston Raiders. Come Friday and Saturday evenings there’s a change of pace at 10 Temple Terrace with music and purple lighting for Cazaly’s aptly named Temple Night Spot and by the time Sunday sessions start at three you’re in the mood for some live music.

Cazaly’s karaoke on the first Sunday of the month is also a fab way to free the vocal chords. So there’s everything to have a great time, any time, right here.

And, if you need to stop at the bottle shop, celebrate at the bar, have a flutter at the TAB, hit the pokies, pool tables, dance floor or the green for bowls or 18 holes (at Cazaly’s co-venue, Caddies@ Palmerston Golf Course) then Cazaly’s is at the top of the leader board. It’s a family-friendly, central hot spot with ample parking, good quality bistro tucker, a well-priced food and drinks menu where membership is only $5 a year and new members are always welcome. Become one!

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DSO MASTER SERIES

2014!

For the last 24 years the Darwin Symphony Orchestra has been steadily moving towards establishing itself as one of Australia’s most diverse and culturally significant orchestral / musical institutions.

These impactful performances of the Darwin Symphony Orchestra have always been assisted by volunteers who play a valuable role in supporting the events. Without the continued support of these volunteers it would be difficult to provide the calibre of events to the Northern Territory community.

The orchestra’s principal identity as an orchestra for the people has resulted in concerts being held in some of the most remote places imaginable and a diversity in programming that crosses all cultural boundaries. From floating on pontoons on the Katherine River to performing on a working Barge on Darwin Harbour and becoming the first orchestra to perform at Uluru, this orchestra has exemplified the unique ‘can do’ attitude that is representative of the Territory as a whole.

Following hot on the heels of recent blockbuster performances such as the DSO’s Opera Gala at the Darwin Waterfront and ABBAvision at the Botanic Gardens comes the inspiring power of the Darwin Symphony Orchestra in a brand new indoor MasterSeries at the Darwin Convention Centre, in which, as part of their 25th birthday celebrations, they will be exploring a vibrant, thrilling and diverse mix of classics.

The first of these is a “not to be missed” toetapping, dance inspired programme that reunites the music of Norwegian composer/pianist Edward Grieg with the Australian composer/pianist Percy Grainger. The programme is designed to dazzle and showcase the virtuosity and brilliance of the violin and orchestra as a whole. The performance will be conducted by Chief Conductor and Artistic Director Matthew Wood and features Anastasia Coroneo on violin. This promises to be another thrilling evening of music making by the DSO. Be sure to “come and see the sound”!

For ticket sales and further information, including an opportunity to get more ‘symphonic bang for your buck’ with a Master Series Season Ticket, visit: www.dso.org.au

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LJ Hooker Property Management and Short Stays

Holiday makers, visitors on business and permanent residents can look to Darwin’s real estate leader LJ Hooker for all their accommodation and housing needs.

At the forefront of Darwin’s property market for more than 80 years, LJ Hooker offers both traditional property management services and affordable short-term accommodation.

With properties available for rent throughout Darwin and Palmerston, and Short Stay accommodation in the CBD and Parap, there is a range of options to suit any need.

“Both departments were founded on the growing demand for long and short term rental properties in Darwin,” says short-term holiday and executive letting manager Kristine Halfpenny.

The service is delivered by a professional, licensed and dedicated team of property managers, brought together from all over Australia.

Property management manager Janelle Bronca says the team is

experienced in meeting the unique and individual needs of both tenants and landlords, and always looking for more executive-style properties to let.

She encouraged anyone wanting to know more about the services to visit www.darwin.ljhooker.com.au.

“We are the number one agency website in Australia with LJ Hooker Corporation’s support for processes, procedures and getting the job done right the first time. Because nobody does it better.”

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No matter what stage of life you are in, if you are buying, renting, investing, or selling your house or property you want to have a real estate agent that you can trust. As this is one of your biggest assets that you want to have taken care of, it is essential to find that person who can understand your needs and how to fulfil them.

The following women are all in real estate and have reputations built on their passion, hard work, honesty, integrity, and professionalism. When it comes to your biggest assets, and taking care of the roof you live under, these inspirational and determined women have all your real estate needs covered.

Honor Borg C - Vu e P r o p e r t y G r ou p

Finding the perfect rental property can take weeks or even months of trawling through real estate listings and inspecting homes that don’t meet your needs.

With that in mind, C-Vue Property Group has developed an exclusive tenancy database to take the hard work out of finding your next home.

Prospective tenants simply register their details and specify their needs, like location, the number of bedrooms, or perhaps just anything with a pool.

Managing director Honor Borg says the system is so effective, many properties listed with C-Vue are leased before they’re advertised.

“It’s such an effective and valuable resource for our tenants because it makes finding the right home so easy,” she says.

“It’s also great for our landlords because it means fast turnaround times between tenants. It’s really a win-win for all.”

It’s innovations like this that have earned C-Vue Property Group a reputation as a leader in property management.

The team is known for providing high level service and communication, and for taking a genuine interest in meeting the needs of tenants.

This success can be attributed to the expertise and experience of husband and wife team Alistair and Honor Borg.

The pair has extensive knowledge and involvement with not only real estate but also the oil and gas industry, offering valuable connections for developers, existing landlords and new investment buyers.

They also understand and appreciate the needs of tenants and together with their small but growing team act on every enquiry with the utmost professionalism, enthusiasm and approachability.

“We have a great reputation around town as the go to people for corporate and executive tenants because that’s our primary focus. Our business has grown from referrals from our clients,” Honor says.

“With our new office opening just this month, and the exposure we gain from it being on a main road in Darwin, we hope to now take our business to the next level. We have all the systems and procedures in place to push forward and become the next market leaders.”

Honor was fortunate enough to find her calling in year 10 while completing work experience with a property management office, but didn’t realise her passion until many years later.

She worked in real estate sales for several years in Perth before rediscovering her love of property management, growing her rental portfolio to more than 600 properties, winning the title of Property Manager of the Year and successfully tendering for the University of Western Australia’s housing portfolio of 234 properties.

Deciding to take on a new challenge saw Honor purchasing a franchise with a relocation company, which brought her and her family to Darwin in 2012. They established C-Vue Property Group that same year and Honor joined the business full time in June.

“My heart always draws me back to my true passion.”

Honor also juggles being a mum to two young sons. She admits being a working mum, and working as a couple, can have its challenges, but that’s what keeps her driven.

“The key is communication.

Everything can fall apart if communication stops, whether it be business or personal,” she says.

“I have been with my husband since we were 17 so we know each other very well. Our kids are used to our busy and all over the place lives! We like to travel a lot and spend good quality time together on holidays.

We love hitting the dirt track with our camper trailer too, seeing all the beauties the Territory has to offer.”

To register your details or learn more about the tenancy database contact C-Vue Property e: enquiries@cvueproperty.com.au p: (08) 8942 2358

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o’donoghueS Jan Hallagan

Jan has been a top achieving realestate sales person for 11 years, firstly in Qld and for the last 7 years back here in Darwin.

Jan first came to Darwin in 1977 and returned in 2007 for the lifestyle & opportunities it offers. She and her husband Neil saw the regrowth of Darwin after cyclone Tracy, raising 3 sons in the suburb of Nightcliff and were actively involved in schools and many clubs including Sailing, Athletics, Hash House Harriers, Squash and Dancing.

Jan joined O`Donoghues First National in 2011 keen to work with this energetic team and build her business further. Jan is committed to supporting her personal charity ‘Cancer foundation’ and the charitable works thru the First National Foundation established in 2006.

Jan previously ran successful businesses in Darwin including Janz hair Design in Fannie Bay & was nominated for NT Business Woman of The Year, her excellence in customer service & people skills have carried across into her real estate career.

Jan says Real Estate is about people & their needs, we just help them solve their problems by listening, responding with solutions, building trust and therefore in time forming relationships for life, resulting in repeat and referral business.

Jan at present keeps fit and mentally healthy with running, yoga and Chi Kung plus renovates homes, invests in property and shares to ensure her family continues to enjoy all that the TOP End lifestyle offers.

Jan is committed to keeping her clients fully informed, giving feedback and the latest market information to make the best decisions ensuring the highest level of service to her sellers & buyers living up to O`Donoghues First Nationals claim of “ We Put You First “.

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Kelly Turner

Vivacious, passionate and dedicated is how Kelly Turner feels about being a Darwin business professional.

A born and raised Territorian, Kelly understands and embraces the endearing qualities of the city, the people and the unique challenges of living and working in Darwin – because it is her home!

Kelly takes her dedication and passion for her city and applies it to her business of real estate. Joining O’Donoghues First National in 2011, Kelly quickly established herself as a prominent force in Darwin’s residential property management business. Her passion for real estate grew during her formative years in the business and she was awarded the Rookie Property Manager of the Year for First National in 2012. Whilst she loved residential property management, Kelly was ready for a new challenge and made the transition to Sales in late 2013.

“I realized that I want to not only work in real estate but I also want to help the people and the City of Darwin to prosper. I understand that buying real estate is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions a person will ever make. Making the process easy and enjoyable is my mission for all my clients from first home buyers through to experienced investors”.

“You have to be passionate about what you do to work in this business, and it helps that I not only love the business, my incredible team at O’Donoghues First National, but the people I meet along the way, the challenges and rewards of helping others. I am apart of creating a new chapter in people’s lives. Whether it’s buying their dream home or selling their home to move onto new and exciting ventures. I strive to ensure this process is smooth and stress free and achieves desired outcomes for all parties”.

With her moral determination and strong work ethic, Kelly prides herself on delivering excellence in all her endeavors. In her six years in the real estate industry, Kelly has established an excellent professional standing in numerous business roles and in the coming years, Kelly will continue to work diligently towards her goals as a real estate professional and hopes to not only assist the people of Darwin, but also seeks to inspire and motivate other aspiring young professionals in the Darwin and the wider NT community.

Bindi Johnston

Born and raised in the Territory, Bindi now proudly calls Palmerston home. Raising a family in Palmerston gives Bindi a unique understanding of the local area and insight into the community.

With a strong background in sales and management Bindi is dedicated to delivering outstanding results. She brings a depth of knowledge, integrity and openness to the task of buying and selling residential property. Bindi says “I know that people have a lot of emotion tied to their homes, they are not just an investment, that’s why I strive to deliver the kind of service I would demand if I were buying or selling a home.” In practice, this means that Bindi’s clients receive expert property advice, grounded in honesty and transparency.

Bindi is tireless in her pursuit of the best possible outcome for her clients, whether buying or selling. Known for her enthusiasm, Bindi possesses excellent negotiating and follow through skills. She is energetic, highly organised and a great communicator.

Working as part of close a knit team that is passionate about real estate, O’Donoghues First National is an ideal fit for Bindi. O’Donoghues is all about providing outstanding customer service, and this focus is facilitated by systems and processes that make the business of buying and selling property efficient and effective.

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rwin made history three The Essington School Da the doors of its senior years ago when it opened les Darwin University’s secondary college on Char Casuarina campus. l School Darwin’s educationa e extension of The Essington “Th : said , non Can id less Dav l, seam a School Principa Darwin University provides secondary program at Charles a first in programs to include a senior university at the same school, to ugh ents from preschool thro educational pathway for stud n Australia,” dent senior college has bee in Australia that an indepen time nd seco the only with s be link to e This was also schools in capital cities hav pus. Some senior secondary immersed into a university cam arately to the university. ior College, universities but are located sep Essington International Sen unique senior college, The ’s win Dar Darwin rles Cha and ol The Essington School scho the lt of a partnership between resu a is ity, vers g the Uni usin win Charles Dar the Casuarina campus and is based in a building on ege Coll ior Sen The ity.

Univers facilities. ndary university’s specialist learning n for students from senior seco ege provides a smooth transitio Coll ior Sen e Mr Cannon said, “Th ersity studies.”

2012 to post- secondary and univ r 11. It extended to Year 12 in after opening in 2011 with Yea hed blis esta l and wel on now cati is Edu ege of The Coll for the NT Certificate nd group of Year 12 students and is now preparing its seco ols Training (NTCET). and links with international scho ional standards, experiences rnat inte on s focu ld wou The College nd their in Asia.

Training, they are able to exte Certificate of Education and ss to acce e hav also ents While students study the NT s in Year 12. Stud in studying university subject ty. ersi univ educational programs and beg the at red s offe Education and Training program much better the wide range of Vocational and 12, students will be in a 11 rs Yea in life ty ersi univ of nce erie exp r thei Mr. Cannon of s”, lt way resu “As a r careers and study path d decisions they need for thei position to make the informe said. na campus of Charles Darwin at the entrance to the Casuari ding buil a s upie occ ege facilities, Coll The Senior ry, sporting and recreation ty facilities including the libra ersi univ use ram, ents Prog ce Stud llen ity.

Univers lities. An Academy of Exce ratories, and technology faci science and computing labo s for students. provides extension program partial and including Vacation Schools, recommended. A number of are ions licat app y earl and ted limi are es For further plac Enrolment ships are available for 2015.

Academic Excellence Scholar and ce llen Exce eral Gen full on Phone: 8985 0100.

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OL care & AFTER SCHO Program Vacation CARE

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Bus pick up from the following schools: Malak, Anula, Wulagi, Wanguri, Sanderson, Dripstone, O’Loughlin, Holy Family, Alawa, Leanyer, Jingili, Nakara, and Karama.

Fun activities at the centre include: Arts and crafts, Sports and games, Sandpits, Cooking, Large playground, a Quiet room for homework, Movies, Board Games and Preschool area for the 4 to 7years.

Fees: $110 per week or $40 per day Includes afternoon tea We are a CCB approved service

George 0400 158 227 or Naomi 0432 418 049 8am until 6pm - Monday to Friday

HOLIDAY CARE Hours: 7:30am until 5:30pm

Join in our fun excursions which include: Movies at the cinemas, Fishing at Mandorah, Zone 3, Playshack, Rock climbing, Lake Leanyer Water Park, Golf Driving Range and Archery, Ten Pin Bowling, Wave Pool & Gymnastics.

All children attend at least 3 excursions per week.

Fees: $230 per week or $80 per day Includes all excursions, morning and afternoon tea The centre is situated at Wagaman Primary School, 35 Wagaman Tce Wagaman

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THE BEST FUN YOU CAN HAVE WITH YOUR SOCKS ON! “Darwin’s leading Family fun and entertainment venue for all ages. We specialise in themed parties, functions and events” Malak Shopping Centre, 16 Malak Cres, Malak NT 0812 Ph 8927 1133 | F 8927 1135 E admin@kjsentertainment.com.au

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Have dark circles under the eyes Snore Have Night Terrors Complain of always being tired

These are signs of a much more serious condition! SLEEP APNOEA

Treated early, unlike adults, children can be CURED of Sleep Apnoea While Sleep Apnoea is a serious condition, it is even more serious in developing children

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KURT’S CAKES and HELEN’S CAFE is a family owned business in Darwin situated on Cavenagh Street.

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It is a small Pastry café that prides itself on serving and delivering good quality, freshly made delicious cakes.

Our specialities range from tartlets, cake slices, cupcakes, custard canollis and cornettos, to traditional carrot or banana cakes, and the famous vanilla slice. The shop also offers great espresso coffees made of 100% Arabica Coffees

by Vittoria. For those who do not succumbed to the idea of having cake for lunch, there is a selection of savoury saviors such as quiches, pies and toasted sandwiches.

We try to cater everyone’s basic needs and wants. With that in mind, we keep it simple and always strive to make our customers happy with the products and the service. We believe this is what separates us from the others. Good products and Great service is always the key.

Kurt’s Cakes started operating in 2005 as a small, one-man-show, cakes and pastries catering business in a small pastry kitchen. In that little kitchen, Kurt created beautiful cakes for Weddings, Birthdays, Corporate functions and special occasions, at the same time producing cakes and pastries for other clients such as Cafes, Restaurants and Hotels. Soon enough, he needed to employ a couple of people to help him.

After six years, it was time to move on, out of the little kitchen and into a Café on Cavenagh street. The business was renamed KURT’S CAKES and HELEN’S CAFÉ as this is what close friends and family call them.

The move was three years ago and is no longer a one-man-show, but a oneman-seven-ladies-show.

Kurt Bucher, the driving force of the business, was born in the middle of Switzerland in the central Swiss canton of Luzern, a beautiful scenic landscape of rolling hills and silhouettes of big ice capped mountains and alps in the distance.

At age 15, he started an Apprenticeship at a local bakery and after 4 years, became a Baker-Pattisier. He then worked at establishments gaining more skills and greater knowledge while he also attended short courses and workshops to broaden and specialise his craftsmanship.

While on one of his job adventures (Jersey, England), he met people who would encourage him to come over to Australia. He worked in one of the well-known hotels in Sydney, travelled a bit, fell in love with the Country, especially Darwin for that matter, and decided to stay and settle. -That was 25 years ago.

Shop 1 & 3 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT | E kurtscakes@bigpond.com | Ph 8941 5033

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Don’t get caught out ‘Imported’ seafood should be labelled

Labelling seafood in the Territory is required along the entire supply chain, all the way though to those outlets that sells your families fish and chips.

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Sometimes it is an innocent error, but often the switch is deliberate, driven by profit.

Much of the substitution occurs with imported fish, and you the consumer are blissfully unaware you are eating an imposture and it is as simple as asking if it’s local.

The public is frustrated and so they should be. How can we trust the seafood we eat when we can’t even trust basic information on the label or a menu? You, as the consumer, have the right to know exactly where your seafood is being caught.

Australian’s imports 70% of the seafood they consumed.

Why! Australian seafood lovers deserve the best. Australia’s fish stocks are healthy and well managed.

In 2012 it was great to see the release of the sustainable status report on Australian wild caught seafood. A simple tool that is available for everybody, with this we can be more confident to ask if it’s local, be more confident

that you are purchasing seafood from sustainable waters and be more confident that you are supporting Australian businesses. The report can be found on www.fish.gov.au For seafood consumers in the Territory informed choices can be easily made. I can assure you that purchasing seafood that displays “Support NT Caught” has been caught from Territory waters. Check out www. supportntcaught to find your local seafood supplier, you can also find us on Facebook www. facebook.com/supportntcaught.

Rob Fish

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GREAT ESCAPE This isn’t just a job for us, this is who we are.

You can’t find what we make and how we make it anywhere else in the Territory”.

Stamatis Xipolitas, Owner/Operator – Crepe Escape The name says it all. And, it’s a world away from anything you’ve ever dreamed of eating, all wrapped up in a delightful bundle of homemade heaven. Owner/operator of Crepe Escape, Stamatis Xipolitas, ran a similar and successful business back in Europe and is now serving Darwin something new, a taste of cuisine history. And yes, you will find him in the kitchen cooking, creating and engaging customers with his contagious charisma.

Almost every country has it’s own origin of crepes whether from Mexico, Italy, China, the US or Russia but it was France that turned the crepe, or pannequet, into an art form. And Stamatis and his vibrant team are doing just that having only opened months ago right in the heart of Darwin’s waterfont. “You can’t find what we make and how we make it anywhere else in the Territory”, excites Stamatis. “And, we’re making everyone happy from babies to grandies offering a menu with unbelievable choice”.

All ingredients are “top of the range” enthuses Stamatis from the Gouda in the crepes to the proper espresso beans in the Freddo Cappuccino and Freddo Espresso, made by a professional barista; just ask the man in the hat with the mesmorising moustache, Tony Cullen. “People say it’s the best coffee they’ve had in Australia”, raves Tony. “The latte art is precise, the coffee suits the art, the extraction process is spot on and the milk is perfect. And of course, customer service is everything”. It is at Crepe Escape, even while the kitchen bustles with a steadily moving queue for a CBD, Texas, Red Dragon, Sparta or a Poppeye, just some of Stamatis’ succulent savoury crepe selections. Chocomania, the Rihanna or United capture the sweet tooths and in the early hours (until lunch time) a Morning Glory makes brekky time a real treat.

Other options are to sink into an enormous, freshly made salad, sip on a ‘nutri-bullet’ juice, with the skin left on for nutritional value or gulp down a proper protein shake however you’d like it made. All the cakes, slices, muffins, the adorable, dainty cup and saucer treats and chocolates are fastidiously homemade and use French-quality chocolate.

Crepe Escape is also well priced where two people can eat and drink for about $35 seated either outside (there’s a great lounge too), or inside on locally made, wooden chairs that push the boundaries of carpentry while listening to chill out music and using free wi-fi. Or they can phone in or jump online. So, come on. Escape!

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PAV O N I A P L A C E I N N O VAT I V E A U S T R A L I A N C U I S I N E

BY JACK STEPHANE

Opening in November 2012, winning the coveted New Restaurant of the Year Award in 2013, Pavonia Place has established itself as one of Darwin’s fine dining venues with its menu inspired by native Australian ingredients and fresh Australian produce. Tonight’s dining experience certainly reflected that inspiration and innovation.

ENTRÉE Dips ($14.00) - Three homemade dips: Spanish Onion and Chilli Jam, a chunky textured caramelized dip , with a hint of chilli. Charred Eggplant, contrasting flavours of smoky depth and smooth flavours, and finally Spiced Fennel, light, smooth and well balanced, complimented the other two dips. Served with warm toasted Turkish bread, not a flat bread; but thick slices of a light dough, crispy crusted bread. A perfect starter to share.

Prawns Two Ways ($20.00) - Local banana prawns coated in a crunchy coconut tempura and served with a house made tamarind, chilli and mango sauce. Large succulent prawns in a light batter, lifted by the coconut; together with the complexity of the tamarind, chilli and mango – a wonderful marriage of textures and

RESTAURANT NAME: PAVONIA PLACE ADDRESS: PAVONIA PLACE, NIGHTCLIFF PHONE: 8948 1515 STYLE/CUISINE: AUSTRALIAN CUISINE LICENCE: FULLY LICENCED • COCKTAILS ($15.00 - $17.00) • AUSTRALIAN WINES (GLASS $7.00 - $12. 00) • BOTTLE ($32.00 - $88.00) • BEERS ($7.00 - $9.00) ATMOSPHERE: ELEGANT, RELAXED, AND FRIENDLY SOUND LEVEL: RELAXED, LOUNGE MUSIC

flavours. The Thai style prawn cakes served with fresh lime wedges were light and flavoursome.

MAINS Emu Lasagne ($36) -What a sensation!

Slowly cooked emu and chilli ragout, roasted zucchini and buttered spinach. The salt bush béchamel sauce, rich and creamy, blended all the elements of the lasagne, including the subtle depth of the emu. This course is definitely a winner for the creative head chef Damien Milzewski at Pavonia.

DESSERT Crème Brulee ($17.00) - Native Peppermint Gum and vanilla bean crème brulee served with house made wattle seed and chocolate ice cream. The chef again has excelled himself in his creativity with his use of native Australian ingredients in the classic dessert. After cracking through the caramelized sugar topping, you taste the most delightful smooth creamy peppermint custard – native peppermint gum!

Renee Flis, owner and manager of Pavonia Place, always makes her patrons feel most welcome at this elegant; yet relaxed venue with such an exciting menu.

HOUSE SPECIALTIES: WEEKLY SPECIALS AND MENU FAVOURITES VEGETARIAN OPTIONS: ALWAYS ON THE MENU CHILDREN’S MENU: FOR THE LITTLE PEOPLE’ MENU PRICE RANGE: • ENTRÉE ($14.00 - $25.00) • MAINS ($28.00 - $39.00) • DESSERT ($10.00 - $17.00) RESERVATIONS: REC0MMENDED AT WEEKENDS CREDIT CARDS: YES WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: YES PARKING: STREET PARKING 0VERALL RATING:

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Chef

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(Tasting the world in an Eat, Pray, Love kind of way) He’s 30, quirky and has been romancing all kinds of cuisine since he was 14. When most teenage boys are coping with changing vocal chords, Damien Milzewski was enthusiastically chopping and dicing his way through an apprenticeship becoming the youngest school-based apprentice in Queensland. The trainee chef, who won two Salon Culinaire awards during his second year with the Radisson Hotel – Cairns, qualified, then took his taste buds on a four-year adventure.

“I took cooking classes in Malaysia for six months,” shares the Head Chef of Pavonia Place, an exquisitely hospitable restaurant in Nightcliff humming with Australian herbs, spices and a peppermint gum crème brulee with chocolate wattle seed ice cream; one of the many unique points of difference to Damien’s menu. “I enjoyed the culture but loved the Malay satay,” adds Damien who then spent a year at Cannon Hall in Barnsley Yorkshire, serving high teas and canapés. He even helped open a local restaurant, Giovanni’s, and cooked for the Mayor of Barnsley. The colder weather was calling and after two and half years in Yorkshire, he settled into his new home in Dundee Scotland, where he started his role as Head Chef of The Social, furthering his French techniques and “developing a love for black pudding.”

After cutting hundreds of crusts off cucumber sandwiches, Damien soon found himself in Kenya cooking for 300 orphans. “This was the reward,” adds Damien. “People were also totally self-sufficient and I quickly learnt the importance of snout to tail.” Kenya served up a sobering reality check for the then 23-year old who made a beeline for Empuria Brava near Barcelona, Spain. “That was the party phase,” admits Damien. “The orphanage had made my heart sore, so for the next five months I learnt to eat, party and sleep Spanish-style.”

Now, 16 years after throwing on an apron, Damien’s palate and expertise is infusing Pavonia Place; an environment where patrons have fun drawing on carbon paper-covered tablecloths and the kitchen oozes a culinary map of the world.

“I had just turned 20 and thought, ‘the world is my oyster.

I can do what I want to do.”

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Botox was approved for cosmetic use by the FDA in 2002. Today, Botox is used for the treatment of frown lines, forehead furrows, “crow’s feet,” lines and wrinkles of the lower face, and even nasal muscles (to decrease nostril flaring).

Botox is ideal for the lines and wrinkles that are directly caused by muscles that contract during facial expressions such as frowning or squinting, on average, the wrinkle-reducing effects of Botox can last up to 3-4 months. If you are considering any treatment to reduce or improve the

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WHITE BELT m i n d s e t

We talk about having a black belt mindset in martial arts, but having a white belt mindset is a good thing too.

I love white belts. They are so eager to learn, so eager to get started. It’s easy to mold them. They are typically not filled with excuses on what they have already done and tried and what won’t work. They just empty their minds and listen to your instruction.

This is such a powerful place to be, being free and open to learn. It is like an empty glass ready to be filled with knowledge. Often Black belts have an illusion that their journey is finished hence the glass is full. Any advice spills out of the glass as they can’t take in more knowledge with a full glass.

Some black belts may think they know it all. So they listen to every new idea with skepticism. Their ego will get in their way of their own progress.

Instead of instantly considering a new viewpoint, they will first start to pick it apart as to why it won’t work for them.

Often the same applies in many areas of life. Some people feel they reach a certain level in their profession, relationship or health and believe that they have done enough. However their potential is capped by their own righteousness. They neglect to realize that self-improvement has no boundaries.

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Many times in my martial arts career I have had to put my black belt aside and put on a white belt. It’s a beautiful experience to strip away your ego.

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DarwinLife | Tourism & Adventure

Do the Litchfield & Batchelor regions…

Litchfield National Park is an aesthetically stunning landscape, shaped by water and time, culturally rich and steeped in history.

This 1,500 square kilometre park was the original home of the Wagait Aboriginal people. The Finniss exploration was the first European connection to the area and the Park was named after Frederick Henry Litchfield, a member of the expedition. For 75 years until 1955, the area was the centre for tin and copper mining. It then fell under a pastoral lease until it was designated a national park in 1986.

You can spend as little as one day in the park, taking a quick dip in each of the plunge pools and rock holes on the drive through, but to really experience the true beauty of Litchfield it’s best to stay at least two days.

How to Get There Via Batchelor, 100 km south-west of Darwin, the Park is generally accessible all year (sealed roads) via Batchelor. In the dry season it is also possible to get to the Park via Litchfield Park Road off Cox Peninsula Road (unsealed road).

What to do There is so much to do and see before and after you have visited the park – Take the Cox Peninsula Road and; • Do a 3 hour flora & fauna tour on a quad bike or buggy • Stop at Berry Springs Nature Reserve for a cool swim • Check out the amazing critters at Territory Wildlife Park • Do canoeing at lake Bennett • Stay the night at Dundee Beach and go fishing Take the Stuart Highway and; • Stop at Adelaide River township and see 90

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the war cemetery, the railway museum or visit the inn and have a photo taken with the buffalo that featured in the Crocodile Dundee movie • Go horse riding at a nearby station • Take the Batchelor road to Batchelor Township and do the heritage walk, visit the cultural centre, the miniature castle and a enjoy a cuppa At Litchfield National Park; • Jump in a four-wheel drive and discover the dramatic splendour of Tjaynera (Sandy Creek) Falls, Blythe Homestead Ruins and the weathered sandstone columns of the Lost City.

• Discover two metre high magnetic termite mounds built by intriguing insects.

• View the spectacular double waterfall of Florence Falls set amid the monsoon forest - 160 steps lead down to the plunge pool or take the leisurely 1km ‘Shady Creek Walk’.

• Cool off at Buley Rockhole, a series of cascading waterfalls and rock holes located just 80 metres from the car park.

• Visit Wangi Falls, one of the park’s best swimming and picnicking spots.

• View Tolmer Falls from the platform at the top where the falls cascade over high escarpments into a deep plunge pool.

Visit www.tourismtopend.com.au to book everything you need to plan your journey of discovery in the Litchfield & Batchelor regions, including accommodation, car hire and tours all in the one location. Or come in and speak to friendly, experienced staff who are dedicated to ensuring you have the trip of a lifetime. You’ll find us at 6 Bennett St in the Darwin CBD, or call us on 1300 138 886.

Litchfield National Park is just an hourand-a-half drive from Darwin and features a myriad of diverse environments including rugged sandstone escarpments, perennial spring-fed streams, monsoon rainforest, magnetic termite mounds, waterfalls and historic ruins.

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Switzerland written by Carla KiefeR

One of the most beautiful and picturesque countries in the world, Switzerland really is as beautiful as we imagine it to be.

Since the first time I went there I knew I would be back for more.

I was lucky enough to travel there to spend a whole month driving around discovering the country, indulging in the most delicious food, and enjoying all the different cultures.

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Switzerland is nestled in the middle of Europe and borders with four different countries, France, Italy, Austria, and Germany, which makes for a very interesting trip. Even though Switzerland is quite small compared to other European countries, this is the best part. With so many things to do all over the country you can easily travel all over and not find yourself sitting in a car or train your whole trip.

If you are going to visit Switzerland you have to go to the top of at least one Mountain. Among the ones I went up my favourite would have to be the Schilthorn, which is located in the canton of Bern. Once you reach the top you are greeted by a 360-degree view that is nothing short of breathtaking. As it is located 2,970 meters above sea level I was lucky enough to have a snowball fight with my brother in springtime! If you are

a James Bond fan you may also remember it from the movie On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, which was set and filmed there.

Another highlight of my trip was visiting Monte Tamaro, which is another Mountain, but very different from the last. An Adventure Park for one, Monte Tamaro has something to keep everyone entertained.

Activities included a summer toboggan run, flying fox, a high ropes course, and a large children’s playground. If you really want to be adventurous there is also a summer bike park and a variety of hiking tracks to choose from.

If you are ready to plan your next holiday, Switzerland should be on your list. Other than being known for its amazing chocolate and cheese, beautiful countryside and interesting history Switzerland really does have something for everyone.

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ife couldn’t get much busier for Inga and Scott Macfarlane, the proud new owners of ATVs NT. Since taking over the Coolalinga business in March, the couple has expanded the offerings to include professional servicing and repairs of all makes and models of sport and utility ATV’s. They have also introduced a custom design and installation service for aftermarket performance parts, creating a one-stop shop for all your off road vehicle and motorcycle needs.

If that wasn’t enough, Scott and Inga are preparing to move the business into a brand new showroom and workshop later this month and will also display at the inaugural NT Field Days in Katherine, September 18-19.

And did we mention they have two young children, and another one on the way?

Despite the busy schedule, it’s a welcome change of pace from FIFO life after five years in the mining industry.

“It was hard having Scott away from home all the time with a young family, so we are excited about this new chapter,” Inga says.

Originally from the UK, the couple arrived in Australia looking for a lifestyle change. They travelled for six months before falling in love with Darwin and deciding to make the Top End their new home.

“We could see there were a lot of opportunities in Darwin for people wanting to take them on,” Inga says.

“We wanted to escape the rat race, and now we have a property on six acres and a unique lifestyle which we could never have had in the UK.” Back in the UK, Scott operated a small business installing aftermarket performance parts on cars. He has a lifelong passion for engines and ‘things that go’, and saw ATVs NT as an ideal business opportunity.

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Established in 2005, ATV’s NT is Darwin’s official dealership for CF Moto - the fastest growing brand of ATVS in Australia. It’s an exclusive supplier of sports and utility all-terrain vehicles as well as parts and accessories for CF Moto vehicles and other brands including Pro Shark, Cleveland Motorcycles, Loncin, Jianshe, Pitpro, Twister buggies and Interco tyres.

Along with an extensive range of quad bikes, pit bikes, sideby-side off road buggies, motorcycles and parts, ATV’s NT also sells clothing and accessories including motocross gear and helmets for ages three and up.

“If you would like your vehicle equipped with aftermarket parts or you have a specific part you need custom designed, we can do it,” says Scott.

“From bolt-on snorkel kits, LED light bars and stereo sound systems to custom-built twin outlet exhausts, we do it all.”

This month’s NT Field Days will be an opportunity for ATV’s NT to showcase the new product and service offerings.

Scott will be joined by a CF Moto rep from Melbourne and half a dozen vehicles.

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“It’s a chance to expand our horizons, and being in Katherine it’s new territory for us as well,” he says.

You’ll usually find Scott between the showroom and the workshop, supported by a fourth year apprentice, and Inga behind the scenes.

When the move to the new premises is complete, the team will be growing again, with the search for new workshop staff set to begin soon.

“Our new site is literally 200 metres away from where we are now, but the showroom is double the size and the workshop is three times the size,” says Inga.

“We are bursting at the seams at the moment so it’ll be great to have a fresh start in a new building.”

The rural location of ATV’s NT is a major drawcard for the majority of ATV owners. The personalised service of the small but professional team is also a valuable asset.

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Sustainable House Day is designed to showcase eco homes: renovated homes, architecturally designed new homes and households who’ve made their homes as sustainable as possible. A national event held every September, COOLmob, with grant sponsorship from NT Government, has run local events in Darwin for most of the past six years and this year, has a diverse selection of properties demonstrating the many possibilities of sustainability in the tropics.

From Darwin’s oldest heritage homes, to the newest – and tiniest! – eco shipping containers, this year’s Sustainable Homes include Burnett House at Myilly Point, two family homes in Alawa and Anula, the InsideOut home in Humpty Doo, and the SWALE eco container.

EDIBLEDEN DARWIN, THE ROSETH HOME, ALAWA www.facebook.com/edibledendarwin The vibrant home of a very sustainable family, this house was included in Sustainable House Day in 2010 and since then they have added solar panels and extended their abundant vegetable garden. The edible garden is a key sustainability feature of this home. The house is fully louvred for cross ventilation. It is oriented east to west so no direct sunlight enters through louvres. There is no concrete in the garden, allowing maximum food growing space.

COOLmob IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE A DIVERSE GROUP OF BUILDINGS CHOSEN FOR OUR SUSTAINABLE HOUSE DAY EVENT. THE INSIDEOUT HOUSE, HUMPTY DOO – JOEL BAMBRIDGE (BUILDER) & RUTH BROWN (DESIGNER)

BURNETT HOUSE Burnett House is one of Darwin’s most beloved heritage sites: nestled in Myilly Point and designed by Beni Burnett (18891955), Australian Government principal architect to the Northern Territory. This two-storey, louvre-windowed, open plan home is today managed by the NT National Trust.

JACKY BRAND HOME, ANULA This lovely renovated Grollo home features cross ventilation, louvered windows and bi-fold doors. The house features 2.7kW solar panels, solar hot water, low flow water consuming appliances and energy efficient appliances. The owner has decorated with a fine eye and utilizing recycled material throughout the home.

www.tropixhomes.com.au The InsideOut Home is built and designed by its owners, as a first home and as a concept home for their company, Tropix Homes. The home is spacious, light, architecturally designed and a demonstration of low energy living in rural Darwin. Featuring solar hot water, lightweight construction and semi elevated design to allow airflow, the home also has an open tropical bathroom.

SWALE MODULAR ECO CONTAINER DISPLAY, ALLORA GARDENS www.swale.com.au/darwin-display.html SWALE – Sustainable Working and Living Environments, is run by architect Chris Clarke.

This beautiful, high end portable ‘home’ or resort accommodation has endless possibilities. The container has been adapted to provide light, and open breezeways via louvred windows throughout. Opened panels become shading to provide cool shelter. The structure is cyclone coded and built to withstand intense Australian climates.

Address: Allora Gardens Nursery, Corner Lagoon Rd and Stuart Hwy, Berrimah 102 DarwinLife Magazine

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Living Water Smart del ivers for our T e rrit o ry l if e s t yl e Living Water Smart delivers our Territory lifestyle a triple benefit: we enjoy the best the Territory has to offer including beautiful gardens; we save on water costs; and we ensure sustainable use of our most important natural resource.

Through Living Water Smart, our community is working together to reduce water waste, develop a renewed respect for this precious resource and acknowledge that Darwin River Dam is not bottomless, despite our annual wet season rainfall.

This equates to over 1200 litres per household each day or 454 000 litres of water each year. As much as 70 per cent of this water is lost to leaks or used outdoors for pools and ponds, boat and/ or car washing with a high percentage wasted on over-watered gardens.

This wasted water is easily reduced by doing simple things like fixing leaks and improving irrigation scheduling.

Residents in the Darwin region are among the highest water users in Australia.

Population increases combined with long dry months, high evaporation and high water use means the region faces some tough decisions including how we value water, how efficiently we use it, what we are prepared to pay for it and where we will find future supplies.

Households and businesses all benefit by living water smart; our great lifestyle is preserved, we save money on utilities

While most large cities across Australia have reduced demand for water over the last decade, the Darwin region has actually increased its water use.

An average Darwin household uses up to three times more water than other Australians.

Darwin is growing rapidly and this is also placing pressure on our finite water supply.

bills and by using the cheapest water we have more efficiently, we can defer the need for expensive new water supply and storage infrastructure.

Living Water Smart delivers for our great Territory lifestyle, now and into the future.

Living Water Smart is a five year Power and Water Corporation project designed to help the Darwin region reduce water use by 10GL over five years, equivalent to almost three months average water supply for the Darwin region. The project comprises eight key initiatives including homes and businesses, parks and ovals, accommodation, schools, hospitals and defence, recycling reticulation and smart metering.

For information about Living Water Smart and to register for a FREE water consultation, go to www.livingwatersmart.com.au.

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The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is now!

Here in the tropics we are fortunate enough to have some of the most beautiful trees in Australia. They are especially valuable providing careful selection has taken place for growing the right tree in the right area for the right application...

If you are in a suburban block be mindful of your neighbours. Are they going to drop a lot of leaves? Are they evergreen or deciduous?

Do you want colour or just a green canopy?

These are all questions you should consider.

I remember living in Anula back in the 90s, there were 3 large mango trees on the property with no room to grow. They became a nuisance for the neighbours and I had complaints about the bats messing on the neighbours washing. So when planting trees make sure you plan them. Forward thinking‌ For instance in suburbia some good examples for small tree planting would

acreage your selection is endless; whether you wish to create an avenue of trees for your drive way or just a huge lush nature loving tropical garden easy to care and maintain.

Good selection of this could be - Pride of India, Crepe Myrtle, Weeping Indian Mast Tree, Flame Tree, Buckinghamia, Weeping Rosewoods, Poinciana and many more... So if you need shade to bring down your cooling costs or noise reduction, pop into your local garden center to get advice on the right tree for the right spot. be Cotttonwoods/Hibiscus, Plumeria/ Everlasting love, Bottle brush, Gardenia, Michelia, Tibouchina, Syzygium Cascade, Jasmine, to name a few..

You could even plant a small growing fruit tree - assorted citrus varieties, banana, ylang ylang, avocado or maybe an olive tree?

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Eco Options Eco Options is a Darwin business that has taken on Mother Nature, and won.

But instead of fighting against the elements, it has embraced the power of nature to provide cost effective and environmentally friendly building and lifestyle solutions to make homes and businesses more comfortable and energy efficient.

What’s more, their products are especially suited to the often extreme climate of the Top End. Originally established as Darwin Skylights in 1994, the business responded to a fastgrowing demand for various ventilation and natural lighting options.

Cyclones pose a threat to newly installed systems so all products sold and installed by Eco Options have passed Darwin’s stringent building regulations.

Progressively, the business embraced the growing trend toward clean, green building solutions that would stand up to the harshest conditions, and Eco Options was born in 2005.

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and ventilation, heat-reflective coatings, environmentally-responsible decking, screening, composting toilets and kitchen waste bins.

Eco Options also stocks a secondary range of recyclable and biodegradable picnic and tableware, popular with environmentallyconscious food retailers and event organisers.

Owned and operated by local mother and son team Aileen Blyth and Simon Moyle – the Eco Options touch can be seen throughout the Territory.

“Our products are used in commercial applications and residential homes not only in Darwin and Palmerston but all over the Territory as well,” says Aileen.

Eco Options selects only the best. In an era where green is the new black, the market is flooded with products making big claims, but Aileen warns they’re not all created equal.

“We do our best to ensure the products we take on, meet a level of manufacture procedures or earth-friendly content to satisfy us that they are indeed as ‘green’ as practical. A good example of this is the

E-Therm insulation. It is made from up to 80% recycled materials and a minimum of 50% and manufactured in Australia which cuts down shipping energy.

The Eco Options team can also advise on the best products to suit any space, design or location, as well as offer product sales and installation.

Supported by a team of full-time installers with the backup of helpful, friendly administration and management team, the business boasts a mixture of experience, youthful energy and total commitment to quality.

“Eco Options has the economical and ecological choices for you,” says Aileen.

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Long term Darwin resident, George Miaoudis purchased land at Breezes Muirhead in 2013.

While it was initially the location that attracted George to Breezes Muirhead he was quickly impressed by the focus on sustainable development at the master planned community, in particular the concept of ‘breezeways’.

“I want my home to be cool and really like the fact that the land lots have been positioned to ensure cool breezes will flow through all the homes. I have designed my home with high ceilings because this will also contribute to keeping it cool,” said George.

A: The greenway and covered outdoor living areas B: Operable louvres in the building C: Permeable doors and vents to the garage

Purchasers can select their preferred land lot at Breezes Muirhead and then build the home design of their choice. Alternatively, they can opt for the convenience of a house and land package, where a house design has been preselected for a lot. House and land packages are available from $662K. Land is released throughout the year and always sells quickly. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to register their interest at www.breezesmuirhead.com.au.

A new land release is coming soon! Lots will be positioned close to a community park featuring half-sized tennis and basketball courts, an oval for ball games and an amphitheatre.

The Breezes Muirhead Land Sales Centre and Builder Display Village are located at 22 Coleman Street, off Lee Point Road in Muirhead and are open daily from 10am to 5pm. For information visit www.breezesmuirhead.com.au or contact Kevin Williams on 1300 955 076

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WHY BREEZES MUIRHEAD IS COOLER THAN MOST. Greenway – a useable side yard; captures the prevailing breezes

Land Sales Centre – 7-star sustainable house demonstrating a range of sustainable features

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• Staying Cool is a Breeze. Our cleverly designed master plan enables all homes to capture the prevailing cool sea breezes, reducing your reliance on air-conditioning, saving you money and in turn helping the environment.

New Land Release coming soon priced from $297,500*

• Breezes offers 24Ha of connected parklands; including 5 kms of tree lined cycleways and footpaths; 4 local and neighbourhood parks and kids’ playgrounds.

• Aim for the Stars. Seven of the NT’s award-winning home builders have captured the essence of the tropical lifestyle, represented in the Display Village. The Breezes Muirhead Land Sales Centre is also a 7-star rated home, demonstrating a vast range of energy efficient initiatives.

• The first residential community in NT to receive all 6 leaves of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA), EnviroDevelopment certification. This certification recognises outstanding performance in delivering a sustainable lifestyle for its residents.

• Join the neighbourhood. With a community liaison officer on site to organise fun community events and activities, life at Breezes is a breath of fresh air. *Pricing and availability are correct as at 26/8/14 and are subject to change without notice.

Purchaser should contact an Investa consultant to confirm pricing and availability.

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Scandi style

You wouldn’t think that the Northern Territory had a lot in common with Nordic countries but when it comes to interior design we really should take cues from them.

We share a close affiliation with nature and the outdoors, a love of the coast and have an abundance of bright natural light, which is the perfect backdrop for the pristine white background interiors that Scandinavian homes are famous for.

Some tips on how to get the look here in Darwin:

1.

Colour- Use this sparingly for the backdrop of your space - that is the walls, floor & ceiling. Think white and cool greys or very subtle blues with black as your only featured colour for a classic contrasted look.

2.

Make wood your close friend and ally, also don’t be afraid to use recycled or distressed timber and even different types of wood as long as it is either soft in colour, whitewashed or limed- Nothing too dark, warm or heavy.

3.

Select furniture that is simple and elegant with clean lines. Nothing too bulky or fussyless is definitely more with this style and

again, greys & whites work best with bright colours used sparingly in accessories.

4.

Simplify your space – Scandinavians are famous for having functional spaces that are very liveable but that are at the same time uncluttered, everything must have a home (just like Ikea) so if it isn’t useful or beautiful then it isn’t needed.

Haley Roddy

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Illegal building could blight

A recent survey suggests that as many as one out of every four homes in the Northern Territory may have some form of illegal building. This could involve plumbing, electrical wiring, structural faults or additions which have been built without due regard to the planning and development process.

In recent years there have been a number of cases of balconies collapsing causing serious injury. In some instances this was the result of poor maintenance on old but otherwise legal structures, in others the balconies had been built without a permit and were unsafe from the start.

Illegal building can be a threat to the environment. There are examples of sewerage outlets having been connected to stormwater drains, resulting in raw sewage ending up in creeks and rivers or washed on to beaches.

Why is there so much illegal building? In most cases it comes from a desire to save money and a contempt for the planning process.

Individuals with some building skills think they can cut corners by doing work themselves which should be left to skilled tradespeople.

To a certain extent this attitude has been fed by the growth of the do-it-yourself culture which gives the impression that almost anything is within the competence of the average handyman.

However, illegal or unapproved structures are likely to come back to haunt the homeowner when the property is to be sold, with consequent reductions in purchase price usually exceeding the cost of gaining an approval in the first place.

HIA has often argued that in many jurisdictions gaining planning

approval is a slow and cumbersome process and should be streamlined. However, the association recognises the crucial role planning should play in ensuring projects meet a range of mandated minimum standards.

The law lays the responsibility for illegal construction at the door of the original builders, and in some cases where serious injury has resulted they have been tracked down many years later even when the house in question has been bought and sold several times.

Buyers could also face legal costs, loss of value on their home and bills for the mandatory removal or rehabilitation of illegal work.

If in doubt, get an opinion from an HIA member builder.

For additional tips on buying and selling homes visit hia.com.au Australia’s premier home and garden website.

Further information: Call 1902 973 555

Robert Harding

Northern Territory HIA Executive Director Housing Industry Association

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If you’re looking to put your flatting days behind you, buying a home as a young couple is an exciting prospect.

However, there are several factors to keep in mind when you decide it’s time to buy. From coming up with a deposit to choosing the right area, the buying process can seem complicated at the best of times.

Fortunately, with some careful planning and a sense of reality about what you can afford, you’ll be in a much better position to make an offer on that perfect property, says O’Donoghues First National Real Estate Principal, Jeremy O’Donoghue.

‘Whether you want to buy a home in six months or three years time, couples first need to save up a significant deposit.

‘Depending on the area you choose to buy in and the kind of property you’re after, the deposit you need could vary greatly. For this reason, you’ll first need to research average house prices in your desired area so you know what figure you’re working towards’.

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The next most important thing to consider is positioning yourselves to pay off your loan as quickly as possible. A loan to value ratio (LVR) is a figure that’s calculated by dividing the amount you’re borrowing by the value of the property you want to buy, says the Australian Securities and Investment Commission. This figure plays a vital role in the length of time it will take you to build equity.

‘Couples need to borrow whatever their deposit won’t cover. So they should aim for a low LVR - ideally less than 80 per cent. Otherwise, they’ll almost certainly need Lenders’ Mortgage Insurance, which protects only the lender if they default. This is an extra cost that gets added to loan repayments, but doesn’t help pay off the loan, so it’s important to work on coming up with a deposit of 20 per cent or more to avoid this’ says Jeremy.

If you’re planning on starting a family

in the future, you should consider whether the home you’re buying now will accommodate your future family or whether you’re happy to sell and buy another more suitable property when the time arrives.

‘Consider the number of bedrooms and bathrooms as well as outdoor space. You’ll also need to investigate what schools and transport is available in the area. Thinking ahead can eliminate the need to sell a home that you’ve come to love because it’s become unsuitable for your needs’ says Jeremy.

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