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Get into the Spritz spirit Enjoy a taste of Europe as Subiaco transforms into a Mediterranean hotspot (p71).

Beer today

New brewery opens on Hay St

Signature dishes We choose our favourite Subi dozen

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News and openings in Subiaco

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12 Signature Subiaco Dishes

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Sloane's Kitchen with Subi Farmers Market

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Pure & Simple

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The Lunch Hour

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Froth Friends

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Pillar of Strength

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Capturing Country

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Local Hero - Geoff Holland, volunteer with St John WA

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Shopping - Roam Subiaco

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Meet the Makers - Kul Kul and Jet Empire

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The Passion Issue Shopping Guide Find Your Passion Passion for Jewellery Passion for Fashion Passion for Living

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with Des Eddy 52 54 56 58

Beauty Talk with Beverly Ligman

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How I See It with Tania Watton, BOQ Subiaco

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Mother's Day Special

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The Low Down with Mimma Notaro, Network Exchange Realty 68 The Passion Issue - what our advertisers say

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Events in Subiaco this Autumn

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The Last Word – Justin Magatelli of LED Glow

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Editor Gabi Mills Design Cally Browning Advertising Shelley Tamsitt Fashion Desmond Eddy Photography Matt Jelonek Contributors Dianne Bortoletto, Sloane Carvell, Brooke Evans-Butler, Craig Kinder, Beverly Ligman, Gail Williams Cover image A taste of Southern Europe with Subi Spritz this autumn

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We have our fingers on the pulse of Subi’s vibrant scene.

Check out these green shoots livening up our City of Soul.

WORDS | Gail Williams

On yer (e) bike!

Bikemore 356a Rokeby Rd, Subiaco If we can thank COVID for one thing it is the cycling revolution which sees punters turning to pedal power for exercise, fun or their daily commute. Now one in four Perth residents are opting for a weekly ride, a lot of them on e-bikes. Sit at Boucla or Juanita’s and you can often spot a happy e-bike rider zooming towards Bikemore. Chances are they’re stopping off at the shop renowned for having the biggest range of electric bikes in WA to thank the staff there for changing their lives.

Bikemore proudly proclaims that they’re here not to just sell you a bike, they sell you a lifestyle and in doing so are helping the disabled, the lazy and deniers get back outdoors and make them feel like they’re 16 again.

Do streamers and flags come with that?

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New Leaders at the Loft

Squires Loft 12F/531 Hay St, Subiaco Pop into the village – yes, Subi Village – to say hi to Stewart McDonald, the new owner at this popular grill house known for its classic rib-eyes and pork ribs. McDonald is branching out from his day job, running Subi

business, Vertical Events, to take over from Link Robertson, who has played host to steak and lager lovers for the past 11 years.

Regulars can expect few changes apart from a funked up winelist.

And fans of the rib eye need not worry - Chef Ardalan Jalali is staying on to man the grill.

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The Lick of Love

Fresco Gelato 375 Hay Street, Subiaco With its historic connection to Italy, Subiaco is the perfect place to open a gelato shop. And this colourful little pocket is bound to become Subi’s sweet spot with huge queues already forming for tiramisu gelato and croccantino.

Pop in for a smooth and creamy dollop of bliss in waffle cone. Or stay for a coffee with a side serve of canmolo, tiramisu, macaron or eclair. Or go all oi, oi, oi for a pav – served with gelato, of course.

Bellissimo!

Designer relocates

4Rooms | 324 Churchill Avenue, Subiaco Big things are happening on Churchill Avenue! A contemporary design space is relocating to thriving Subiaco and with 25 years experience in the interior design industry, it will be a “one-stop” inspiration destination, led by Creative Director Jane Fyfe. Pop in and be expertly guided through the latest colours, products, furniture, wallpapers and more in a relaxed and inviting space.

Showcasing everything for the home, in a home, it will be a place that’s proud to support all creatives, share ideas and host events. Want to know more? Take a look @4rooms on Instagram.

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Leave it to us, your local agent.

We truly care.

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Heartbeat High is all a flutter

Heartbeat High, Level 1, 160 Onslow Road, Shenton Park It might sound like the name of a sassy, teenage musical. But Heartbeat High is a popular pilates chain that has just added Shenton Park to its Cottesloe and Perth city locations. And the Reformer Pilates here takes place in possibly the prettiest pilates studio ever, just walking distance from Shenton Park's great cafés and shopping strip.

Whether you choose mat pilates, cardio or reformer, a workout here will not only get your heart racing but turn you into a Pilates Princess.

What's my passion?

Jane Hough, Bespoke Blends

“For me, passion lies in the joy of creating, and giving others the opportunity to do so too. This is why I love hosting candle making workshops so much.

It's really so very rewarding having wonderful new friends spend time in the studio making, discovering,

Life (in Subi) is Sweet

La Maison Des Eclairs 5/27 Railway Road, Subiaco What is long, crisp, hollow inside, filled with cream and topped with chocolate? A chocolate eclair. But here we call it Bliss Bomb joy. And now this exquisite French dessert has a little house – well, a tea salon actually – all of its own on Railway Road. Pop in soon for a guilty pleasure and a Moroccan mint tea.

experimenting and ultimately feeling so good about the gorgeous candles they have made.”

Sharon Edwards, 777 Pharmacy

“My passion is people. Being a Gemini, when I wake up in the morning a little out of sorts, I can't wait to get to work and talk (a lot) with my workmates and customers to brighten my day!”

Justin Magatelli, LED Glow Illumination

“My passion is GLOW. It is so rewarding to create something from concept to customer delivery.”

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Suffering an identity crisis?

Brand Ideology can help.

By JAIMIE RATTEN, CEO Brand Ideology

Subi Citizens Unite!

Citizens of Brew Ha, 3-4/162 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco The more things change, the more they stay the same.

And that is exactly what the owners of Brew Ha are hoping regulars will be saying after the popular Rokeby Road landmark reinvents itself as Citizens of Brew Ha. The slight name change to the cafe, formerly known as Brew Ha, is part of a makeover to the meeting place that has been part of a ritual for many Subi locals over the past two decades. Come May, customers, many whom are grandparents who started going when their children were at Subi Primary School, will have watched the transformation with interest.

Among the changes are new tables and chairs, a predominantly black-and-white colour scheme and bespoke wallpaper featuring caricatures loosely based on Subiaco residents.

An all-day brunch menu will be part of the food package.

As for the name? It takes its inspiration from the film Citizen Kane, as well as paying tribute to Subiaco residents.

Ah, Rosebud.

Like many places around Perth, Subiaco has always been open to change. And right now, there's a real buzz around the hospitality and retail sector, as new openings seem to pop up every week.

Despite all the change, Subiaco somehow manages to retain its identity - and that's conversely what attracts so many businesses to set up shop here too.

This tension between change and preservation of identity also plays out across every organisation, whether you're a large multinational or familyrun business.

The increasing pace of change in every aspect of our lives is having a major impact on the organisations we work for and buy from. Business longevity and the tenure of those in charge is getting shorter, with changes in strategic direction, restructures, mergers and acquisitions becoming more frequent, and in some ways, there's a sense of uncertainty about what's around the corner.

With all this change going on inside our companies, you may find yourself asking: “Who are we as an organisation?”.

It's a question which invariably gets asked when a business discovers it has lost its way.

It doesn’t know how to tell its

story because the story itself is unclear. The people working within the business are confused about the direction and purpose of the company, and may have lost their passion for the job in hand.

It's easy to 'stay in your lane' rather than working for the common good and if there is a culture of doing things ‘the way they have always been done’, then the organisation may no longer be able to adapt or evolve effectively. The risk is that your brand may lose its relevance and the reason why customers loved you in the first place.

This is why Brand Ideology exists.

We build organisational identity to transform businesses internally and externally. Once we have clearly defined who you truly are, we will then work with you to make visible change inside and outside your organisation.

In short, we reignite the passion in you and your team.

Then it's a matter of embeding this focus within your culture and mobilising everyone to action.

Within no time, every customer interaction and transaction will reflect what is distinctive about your organisation. So if you want to see change in your business, come and talk to us in our new Subiaco office.

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What makes a restaurant or eatery truly memorable and lures diners back time and again is often that one dish that they become known for.

Dianne Bortoletto discovers a dozen of the best.

Signature Dishes in Subiaco

Restaurant Caleb At Restaurant Caleb, the one dish you’ll keep coming back for is the handmade crustacean pasta (right) which is as generous as it is delicious. Containing large chunks of butter poached lobster, scampi and prawns, all deliciously coated in a saffron champagne sauce and served with caviar, Paris chilli drops, house mozzarella, Italian ricotta insalata and fresh herbs. Go for the pasta but start with the famous burrata, made from scratch, and stuffed with mascarpone cheese, infused with Margaret River truffle honey, 24-year-old balsamic vinegar of Modena, white truffle cream, and finished with basil and paprika emulsion drops with an accompaniment of woodfired bread to mop it all up.

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HOT STUFF Below, Bark has made a name for itself if you're craving creative bar snacks like chicken parmigiana croquettes. Right, Don't be fooled by Red Chair's modest venue in Crossways Shopping Centre - the laksa is genuinely world-class and has legions of fans.

Cherubino’s beating heart is the Salsiccia Calabrese (pictured on previous page), served simply with lemon and ciabatta. Salsiccia means sausage, and Calabrese refers to the region in the ‘toe’ of the Italian peninsula. The sausage is made by renowned third generation butcher Torre in Northbridge from a traditional Calabrese recipe, almost identical to owner Cherubino’s own family recipe. The meatballs star the same sausage meat and are served in a tomato sugo - you’ll want a plate of those to yourself. My pick is the veal cotoletta (crumbed cutlet, served sliced for sharing) with Italian slaw. Save room for dessert, there’s cannoli and tiramisu, the best two Italian desserts ever invented.

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Red Chair This unassuming shopping centre café boasts Perth’s best laksa, and after walking past Red Chair every week for six years, researching this article prompted me to stop and see if what they claim is true. It is indeed a worthy contender, even for a chilli weakling like me. The spiced coconut soup was packed full of flavour with some mild chilli heat which was making me sweat by the time I reached the bottom of the bowl. That said it was a 39-degree day, however I could still feel my lips and tongue, so it’s not crazy-hot. I felt fantastic afterwards, nourished and somehow purified. The laksa comes in a choice of chicken or seafood and with egg

or rice noodles or a combination of both. I chose the combination and next time - and there will be a next time very soon - I’m choosing egg noodles. Red Chair, close to Farmer Jacks in Crossways Shopping Centre, has been serving Asian and Anglo dishes for ten years and has been under the ownership of Jane Cao for the past six years. Jane says the secret to her laksa is making it fresh every morning.

Bark Café by day, bar by night. For a memorable bar snack, head to Bark as the sun goes down, grab a cold pint and order a serve of moreish chicken parmigiana croquettes. They

are as good as they sound, with little chunks of chicken and tomato surrounded in a gooey, cheesy crumbed cube of deliciousness try eating just one. Sit outside on Hay Street, inside on a floral sofa armchair, in a booth, or perch by a bar table in front of the TV to catch the latest sport. There’s old school entertainment too with Connect Four, board games and Uno cards to play, and the house rules written on the wall dictate that there will be no arguments about whether or not you can throw out after picking up.

Six Senses Six Senses Gourmet Thai is elevated Asian cuisine, presented beautifully.

There are so many worthy dishes to keep coming back for, but for me, it’s the tried and tested pad thai which wins the day. When executed properly, pad thai is a delicious meal

in itself with layers of flavours and textures that make every mouthful of the coated rice noodle dish a delight.

It’s hard to go past Six Senses’ version with char grilled king prawns and their own special pad thai sauce.

Lulu La Delizia Lulu La Delizia is akin to Mecca for pasta lovers, and the menu staple

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eat of tagliatelle delle Delizia is worthy of a pilgrimage. Fresh house made pasta that’s perfect in every sense is as much a highlight as the pork and veal ragu which it carries. I can’t go past nonna’s meatballs served with soft polenta – every time they have me yearning for my own late nonna. Order bread so you can relish every last morsel.

Boucla There’s no right or wrong time of day to delve into Boucla’s Turkish eggs with garlic yoghurt and chilli oil that have a cult following.

Boucla’s baked ricotta cake is also idolised across the city – don’t leave without a slice.

El Peruvian Food Co. Best served with a pisco sour or an icy cold beer, El Peruvian’s ceviche is a delicious rendition of Peru’s national dish. Using fresh locallycaught fish and made with a mix of local and Peruvian imported ingredients, each ceviche dish is served with tiger’s milk - not actually milk from a tiger but the name of citrusy lime marinade that ‘cooks’ the fish - sweet potato chips, red onion, raw corn and a dried corn from Peru called canchita.

Galileo Buona Cucina In Shenton Park is long revered trattoria, Galileo Buona Cucina, one

of only a handful of Italian restaurants in Perth awarded by the Italian Government for meeting strict quality standards. The dish to order here is an entrée, polpette jotta, veal meatballs served in a white wine sauce. The Italian staff in waistcoats surrounded

by Tuscan washed walls does feel like going to an old trattoria in Italia.

If you’re a sweets person, be sure to include dessert in the two or three course offering - there’s tiramisu and a nougat semifreddo.

Fee Fi Pho Fum Is there anything more satisfying that perfect bowl of pho? Fee Fi Pho Fum specialise in just that – a delicious and balanced fragrant beef broth with flat rice noodles, bean shoots and herbs that comes with a choice of raw beef (my pick), beef balls, chicken, pork, duck and more. Available to eat in the little café space or call ahead and take away.

TEMPTING AND TASTY Clockwise, Galileo Buona Cucina's polpette jotta hits the spot, while Boucla's Turkish eggs with spicy chilli oil dressing garlic yoghurt practically has its own fan club. Bottom left, El Peruvian Food Co brings the distinctive cuisine of Peru to the streets of Subi. Don't miss the authentic ceviche with sweet potato chips and canchita (dried corn).

Opposite, Fee Fi Pho Fum's fragrant pho is hard to beat if you're after comfort food. Top right, Bloody French's confit duck croquettes are elegant and properly Gallic.

Bottom left, Lady of Ro's Greek-inspired menu stars chargrilled octopus dressed with lemon.

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Lady of Ro We’re all missing our Mediterranean holidays, but we’re lucky to be able to have a taste of the Greek Islands at Lady of Ro on Rokeby Road. From the chalk board menu, don’t go past the chargrilled octopus with lemon - it’ll have you dreaming of whitewashed walls and endless hues of Aegean blue seas with each tender bite. We love the dips with flatbread and the slow-cooked lamb shoulder with wine and herbs. Greek desserts are renowned and they are worthy at Lady of Ro – save room. Be sure to book - this little 50-seater is always busy, and as a bonus, it’s BYO.

Bloody French If you’ve got a hankering for some proper Gallic hospitality, then Bloody French should be your destination de choix. With a menu straight off the broad boulevards of Paris, you’ll find snails a la Bourguignone, beef tartare, bouillabiasse and gratinated crepes. However, the confit duck croquettes are what makes us go ooh la la on a regular basis. Just delicious.

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Take a journey to South America with El Peruvian Food Co. Our friendly small bar and restaurant will take you on a tour of Peru with flavourful food and amazing cocktails.

Salud!

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Sloane's Kitchen

WITH | Sloane Carvell in partnership with Subiaco Farmers Market

Passions

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The farmers and producers who supply Subi Farmers Market with their extraordinarily broad collection of delicious ingredients are the epitome of why it’s best to buy and shop local.

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FARMERS MARKETS ARE places full of passionate producers and farmers who are proud of their animals and produce, how they’re grown and how they get to you in the best condition.

Subi Farmers Market is open every Saturday in the grounds of Subiaco Primary School and have an amazing collection of producers and artisans who like nothing more then taking the time to talk to you about their products, bringing the pick of the crop each week. Passionate food

lovers like me love to line up for the best tomatoes or lemons each week, and I love to contribute to the economic benefits of locally-grown produce and farms.

Thanks to the hard work of our local farmers and producers, you can get pretty much anything you fancy at Subi Farmers Market from your weekly eggs, butter and milk to fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and poultry, condiments and everything in-between. It’s a great place to do your weekly shop and avoid

a beautiful lemon cake from their wonderful ingredients. It’s the perfect cake to share with your loved ones - perhaps even on Mother’s Day if you’d like to do something extra special for mum. The cake is an Italian-style lemon and olive oil cake and a type of ciambella, which is an Italian ring-shaped cake, often eaten for breakfast with coffee and simple to make.

But first, a little more about some of the key ingredients.

Devoted Artisan Butter Established in 2019 by the Aubault family, Renee and Paul purchased

the crowds (especially as we’ve all experienced the panic depleted shelves in supermarkets in the time of COVID), and there’s the added bonus of knowing exactly where it all comes from.

Fresh fruit and vegetables are available from GMT Produce, Valley View Orchard, Stakehill Produce and Little Big Store, providing the best of our WA produce for you to choose from.

I chatted with some of these passionate market stall holders and have been inspired to create

the business in early 2020, and have recently completed their first year.

They’ve continued the Devoted Artisan’s legacy of making beautiful butter and are passionate about the concept of hand-crafted food and knowing the exact source of ingredients right through to the process of making it. Making butter is an age-old process and by applying traditional techniques of churning, squeezing and massaging and shaping. The pair create a unique butter that is so rich in texture and colour it can transform a dish or be enjoyed simply smothered on a fresh baguette. At Devoted Artisan they

UTTERLY BUTTERLY The delicious Devoted Artisan Butter and fresh eggs from Treetops Farm - both available at the Subi Farmers Market - are important components of Sloane's sensational lemon and olive oil cake.

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Sloane's kitchen Helen’s Hellish Jams and Condiments Helen sells a range of homemade chilli pickles, pickles and chutneys, as well as jams and marmalades.

She also stocks olive tapenades and olive oil, and beautiful pizzas from Kerry Street Pear Tree. I grabbed a bottle of her olive oil and she told me it comes from the Manzanilla olives grown in Corrigin and York. It’s this oil which makes such a beautiful addition to the cake as well as all your cooking and salad dressings.

Helen is definitely the go-to lady to get in a pickle, so to speak. If you’re into pickling – she has all the tips.

Valley View Orchard

are passionate about introducing traditional flavour profiles like seaweed, garlic and parsley butter but they also use local ingredients like lemon myrtle, olive and truffle which comes straight from farmers to go into their butter. Each butter is handcrafted with love and no two butters are the same. They are unique, each with its own form and dimension as a result of the techniques they’ve used. For the cake I have used their natural butter.

Treetops Farm Free Range Eggs Treetops Farm is owned by a family who have farmed for 33 years, raising free range hens in Carmel. Their chickens are rotated in different paddocks and have barns to escape to during the heat of the day with lots of space to enjoy, cluck and roam outside. As the sole supplier of eggs currently at the market, they are very popular and a necessary provision for your weekly shop. The eggs are lovely and an essential ingredient for cakes and breakfasts.

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Valley View Orchard is a thirdgeneration family run orchard in the Perth Hills. They are passionate about growing tree-ripened fruit that’s bursting with flavour and at the time of going to press in February, they were selling juicy summer peaches, plums and nectarines. They also grow apples, pears and citrus.

(this cake) doesn't last long in my house!

And just a little bit extra Gingin Grass Fed Gingin Grass Fed pride themselves on selling premium beef and meat.

Their animals roam freely and are raised without the use of hormones or antibiotics, feeding on seasonal grasses and hay. They are passionate about giving their animals happy and healthy lives free from stress. At their stall at the Subi Farmers Market you can find steaks, roasts, minces, sausages and burgers, jerky, briskets and ribs, with their grass fed and dry aged beef, free range chicken, lamb and pork.

I’m a big fan of their Italian and lamb sausages.

Ingredients

Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Recipe

Cake 1 cup of sugar 4 eggs Zest of 2 lemons ¼ cup lemon juice 1 ¾ cup of plain flour 1 ½ teaspoon of baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¾ cup of olive oil 100 grams of butter, melted ¼ cup of milk Lemon Drizzle 2 tablespoon of lemon juice 1 ¼ cups icing sugar

Method

Italian style Ciambella Lemon and Olive Oil Cake This cake uses Devoted Artisan Natural Butter and Helen’s Hellish Olive Oil which gives it a beautiful soft and moist texture.

Cakes that only use butter tend to be dryer than when olive oil is added to the batter. I used lemons from the market and eggs from Treetops Farm. A Ciambella is an Italian ring-style cake that has many regional varieties. I have used a bundt tin here but you can also get ciambella cake moulds. In Italy it is often served as a lemon breakfast cake with coffee or for snack, but a warning - it doesn’t last long in my house!

The cake can be stored for three days at room temperature.

Preheat oven to 180°C fan and use butter to grease and prepare a 9.5 x 3-inch (24 cm diameter) or ringstyle cake pan.

In the bowl of a stand mixer using a whisk attachment, beat eggs and sugar for eight minutes until pale and thickened. You can use a handheld mixer if you don’t have a stand mixer.

Add the lemon zest and mix in.

In a bowl sift the flour, baking soda and baking powder.

Add flour mixture to the egg mixture and continue to beat in.

Add the butter, olive oil, milk and mix in.

Add ¼ cup lemon juice.

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.

Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden. If unsure check with a skewer inserted if it comes out clean its ready.

Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack.

For lemon drizzle mix the lemon juice and icing sugar and pour over when ready to serve.

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Eating healthy food doesn’t just mean stocking up on microherbs and quinoa.

It’s more about choosing authentic ingredients and dishes which put quality above all else.

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STICKING TO A healthy eating regime can be tricky, but eating well in Subiaco doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice eating out or eating delicious food. Take Layers Bakery at Subiaco Square as an example.

Their buttery flaky croissants might not fall into the low-cal bracket, but you can rest assured that all they serve in the French bakery is made from scratch, using quality ingredients and traditional methods.

Perhaps walk past the tempting pastries and opt for a baguette filled with omega-oil rich smoked trout, a homemade pie filled with slow cooked beef cheek, or go for a healthy tick of approval with a delicious salad.

At the other end of Subiaco on Rokeby Road is Sorganic, an artisan bakery that uses only organic

ingredients, including flour and filtered water, and a sourdough starter that’s 30-years old to naturally ferment dough for 72 hours for their sourdough bread. My tip is to take a seat inside or street side and let Sorganic do the cooking for you – think ricotta hot cakes, protein fix bowl, pumpkin smash, pulled pork manwich, avocado bruschetta, chicken and cauliflower salad, smoothies and more, all available for breakfast or lunch.

For those who adhere to glutenfree foods, it’s quite easy to eat well with most places offering GF options.

That said, finding good gluten-free bread can be a challenge, but not if you visit Strange Grains in Shenton Park. Not only are their breads, cookies and sweets all free from gluten, they bake yeast-free breads

JOIE DE VIVRE The French are known for their passion for life (or joie de vie), and at Layers Bakery, you can tuck into their authentic French bakes knowing there will be no artificial ingredients involved. Below, Gerry and Renata have become popular additions of the Rokeby Road collection of businesses with their Pupa Fast Nutrition smoothies and teas bar. Opposite, Noble Perth has made a splash with its creative vegan menu which looks as pretty as a picture on the plate.

too. There are many options including yeast-free buckwheat sourdough, sprouted quinoa bread, yeast-free pumpkin rustic sourdough, blueberry and raspberry muffins both made with buckwheat, chocolate brownies, honey and almond slice, cappuccino crisps, cinnamon snaps, tropical Florentines and more - and I haven’t even included the delectable cakes.

Be Free Organics is a café and store that started as a result of a diet change to focus on nutrition when a family member was diagnosed with brain cancer. Their ethos for eating well is like putting petrol in a car: the better the quality of fuel, the better the performance. From their paleo big breakfast to the hummus plate and chocolate granola, health fans will love the cafe menu as much as the take away meals to reheat

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Taking smoothies to another level of nourishment is Pupa Fast Nutrition. High in protein with up to 25 grams per drink, and made without milk, Pupa Fast blends are named to tempt but are all low in fat, sugar and calories. Malteser Pleaser, Peanut Butter Delight, Chocoholic, Mango Tango and Caramel Kiss may sound wicked, but they are in fact health drinks, which were first developed to add nutrition to the owners’ daughter training regime for the Australian junior swim team.

There are also loaded green and camomile teas advanced with aloe vera and guarana as well as collagen drinks. Pop in after a workout and get your protein fix to go.

Subiaco is also home to an extremely chic - and purely vegan restaurant, Noble Perth, delivering plant-based dishes made with

Eating well in Subiaco doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice eating out or eating delicious food

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SWEET TEMPTATION Whether you fancy a guilt-free sweet treat or veggie quiche from Be Free Organics (opposite), a jar of savoury sauce from La Vida Vegan grocery or a special occasion blow-out at Noble Perth (bottom pic), Subiaco has the best healthy food.

local produce which has been ethically sourced which includes cutting carbon miles and efficiently managing food stocks. Open for brunch on Thursday to Sunday, vegan never sounded so delicious with dishes including banoffee waffles, vegan eggs benedict with fried polenta as an egg substitute, and mushroom croquetas. The licensed venue is open for dinner on Friday and Saturday, serving dishes such as mushroom pho, eggplant

parmigiana, the Noble burger with a Beyond Meat patty and handmade ravioli with pea, potato and a hazelnut sage pesto.

If you love Noble, head to Perth’s only vegan grocer, La Vida Vegan on Coghlan Road -it’s owned by the same team. Stock up on bulk foods where you can weigh and pay, plant-based cheeses and meats, certified organic fruits and vegetables, specialist baking substitutes, pet supplies, activated charcoal, insect repellent, organic clothing, protein powders, supplements, cleaning products and more. If it’s vegan, it’s likely to be at La Vida.

Another great place for buying fresh and healthy food to prepare at home is at the Subi Farmers Market, held every Saturday morning at the primary school.

There you’ll find a big choice of farm fresh fruit and veg including organic and spray free stalls, grass fed meat, sustainable fish, gluten free goodies, freshly pressed juices, healthy soups, homemade granola, unprocessed honey and much more. Farmer Jacks also has great fresh produce from local farms along with local meat and fish, and let’s face it, it always feels good to support local businesses and generating feel food vibes is also important to well-being.

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Subiaco has literally scores of places to eat, drink and replenish.

Dianne Bortoletto scouts out the best lunch spots, no matter what mood you’re in.

Ladies Who lunch Cherubino City Cellar is just as much a place to be seen as it is a fabulous place to eat and drink. The elegant fit out, designer touches and walls lined with bottled wine (for sale) will have you dreaming of Europe and the menu will transport you to Italy. Rather than being formal, the vibe is relaxed sophistication. Gather the girls, book ahead, and languish over a long lunch in a secluded dining area, or on sofas with coffee tables, in a corner nook, or simply perch at the bar. The excellent wine list features many Italian, and WA wines including Cherubino’s own labels AD Hoc, The Yard, Laissez Faire, Pedestal, and Apostrophe.

The menu is simple Italian bar food done exceptionally well with spuntini (bite-sized snacks), caviar, antipasti, primo, insalata (salads) and dolce (sweets). Think San Daniele prosciutto e melone, stracciatella and roasted peppers, asparagus with

whipped ricotta and pine nuts, veal cotoletta with slaw and more. Leave room for dessert, there’s cannoli and tiramisu. Cherubino has all the right ingredients to while away the afternoon and evening.

Cherubino City Cellar, 169-171 Rokeby Road, Subiaco (entry via Xanthis Lane)

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Bottomless Brunch & Lunch If bottomless mimosas and an all day brunch sound good to you, then head straight to corner café Mimosa. The small, licensed eatery (pictured above) has tables inside and kerbside and along with the standard brekkie, brunch and lunch, it offers a bottomless brunch and lunch. Free-flowing drinks include their signature mimosa made with sparkling wine, grapefruit juice and orange juice, Bloody Mary, pale ale, cider, prosecco, rosé spritzer, Tiisch sangria and wines. The menu features a mix of brunch favourites like eggs benedict and smashed avo and lunch options include the delicious brunch gnocchi served with a spicy shakshuka sauce and a 26

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soft poached egg and a superfood salad because it’s all about balance, right? There are cold pressed juices, smoothie specials and locally roasted single origin Dark Corner coffee.

Mimosa, 1 Forrest St, Subiaco

The Business of Lunch There are several places that fit the bill for a business lunch in Subiaco, including the historic Subiaco Hotel.

While it might be a little rowdier in the front bar and after dark, during the day the restaurant serves consistent good food. It gets the tick for a working lunch because of its well-spaced out tables, which means that you can talk business without people sitting on top of you. There are also several choices for functions

and private dining areas that cater for small and large groups.

Subiaco Hotel, corner of Rokeby and Hay Streets, Subiaco On level 9 inside the Vibe Hotel which is tucked away on Alvan Street is the Storehouse Perth, rooftop restaurant and bar that offers panoramic views across to the Perth city skyline. The handcrafted menu is curated with regionally sourced produce and service is wholesome and welcoming.

Storehouse Perth, 9 Alvan Street, Subiaco Your Local with its swanky fit-out including a marble bar, banquet seats covered in colourful flowered

upholstery and timber lined walls, along with the venue size and configuration, lends itself to business meetings with several quiet spaces to book.

Choose alfresco tables out the front to be among the street buzz of Subiaco. The gastropub kitchen prides itself on using hand-selected, local and independent WA suppliers and there’s a rotating roster of guest beers.

Your Local, 71-75 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

Escape to Europe This cute European-themed eatery, Accent Café is fast-becoming a firm favourite. There’s a small terrace out the front, perfect for street watching, and inside, it’s a little like walking into a house, with small intimate dining areas and friendly service. The charming back courtyard is filled with potted plants, hanging greenery and a large arched window that’ll have you dreaming of a Euro getaway.

The menu is of course influenced by French, Italian and Spanish flavours and if you fancy practising your language skills, most of the staff are European too which just adds to the café’s authenticity.

Accent Café, 292 Hay Street, Subiaco Mediterranean Taste has returned to Subiaco but this time in its own premises. For three years, Hedi operated Mediterranean Taste within the Subiaco Markets and was known by customers for his charm, friendly banter and tasty authentic food. His bubbly personality, top-notch service and delectable eats have always attracted regular customers, and it’s an approach which continues in their

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Gorgeous southern European dishes like seafood paella . . . and Mumaz mixed grill are served with a smile as warm as the Mediterranean sun.

new corner position at the bottom of Rokeby Road. Linger longer over gorgeous southern European dishes like seafood paella (saffron-flecked and delicious), comforting Moroccan lamb tagine and Mumatz mixed grill which pretty much ticks all the boxes.

And they're all served with a smile as warm as the Mediterranean sun.

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The Brewery Lunch New kid of the block, Golden West Brewery is a welcome addition to Hay Street. Inside the warehouse, high ceilings and a bar flanking one side with the kitchen beyond is big yet welcoming. It adjoins a large alfresco area dotted with striped umbrellas, and inside toward the back is the open brewery operations.

Forget burgers and chicken parmas,

WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Above, Golden West Brewery opened its doors during the festive season and has carved a niche as a family-friendly, foodie and beer-loving venue.

Top left, Mediterranean Taste sits in a prime positon opposite the new ONE Subiaco residential development. Opposite, the burgers are the stuff of dreams at Fenway, an old-school, sport-loving pub.

Golden West’s menu is anything but typical pub grub.

Split into small and large share plates, Head Chef Dheeraj (DJ) Khanna has designed a unique menu that combines Australian and European favourites with South Asian spices. The food is worthy of a visit, think house-made naan, lamb and veal koftas, heirloom tomato salad and scotch fillet with salsa verde and charred broccolini. The beer is pretty good too, the lager and pale ale going down easily, and you’ll find more beer and from other breweries offered on tap, along with cocktails and wine. There’s an upbeat vibe, a giant wooden jenga set and it’s popular with the thirty-something crowd. Go early, it was absolutely heaving on a Friday night and busy on a late Saturday arvo.

Golden West Brewing Co, 399 Hay St, Subiaco

The Liquid Lunch There are times to let your hair down and start getting on it a little earlier, and a liquid lunch is the way to do it. Fenway is an old school Boston-inspired pub and sports bar great for burgers, pints and punt on the ponies. Classic grill-house Squires Loft (now under new ownership) serves hearty meals specialising in grass fed steaks cooked over flames, ribs, and a good old surf and turf. Just behind is The Village Bar, a tucked away pub with 15 beers on tap and more than 20 wines by the glass serving pizzas, tacos, burgers as well as pasta, poke bowls and salads.

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FROTH FRIENDS A new brewery - complete with garden - is drawing in beer fans to Hay Street. Gail Williams meets the team behind the Golden West Brewing Company.

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TEACHERS AT CHRISTCHURCH Grammar are wondering just what was in the water at their prestigious boys’ school in 2002.

The reason? A healthy smattering of the graduates from that year are using their expensive educations to turn H2O into ... not wine, but beer.

Subiaco residents are the winners. They’re slaking their summertime thirsts with paddles of Fresh India Pale Ale, Smooth Bourbon Vanilla Porter and Classic Golden Ale at Golden West Brewing Company, the suburb’s first brewery, which opened on the old Ricarda site on Hay Street in December.

Five of the founders of the company which rejuvenated a 120-year-old Western Australian soft drink brand name to become Golden West Brewing Co. are former Christchurch boys – Daniel Gammell, Daniel Burt, Jai Tulsi, Thomas Luke and Stuart Nicholls.

Having graduated in 2002 they forged careers in oil and gas, engineering, finance and psychology, but kept in touch through their common interest in home brewing.

After a particularly enthusiastic tasting one of them mused: “I wonder how this beer would go in the actual marketplace.”

Not long after they joined forces with Cristobal and Rafael Moreno and were brewing beer in Leederville, not

far from the old premises of J.J. Wallis who established the Golden West Aerated Water Co in 1896.

They couldn’t keep up with the demand for the modern pale ales and lagers which began featuring on drinks lists at popular venues like Lalla Rookh and The Cottesloe Beach Hotel.

Unable to get a licence for their Leederville venue the team looked to Subiaco to fulfil their grain-to-glass dream of offering their 17 beers – brewed on site by master brewer Tim Wren – to around 380 punters in a beer garden, family-friendly setting.

Longtime fans of Subiaco, they were convinced that the suburb is on the cusp of a revival and needed little convincing to take a punt. In another connection they were welcomed into the ‘hood by two more former Christchurch boys at the Subiaco Hotel – Lawson Douglas and Dave Allen – who became their new neighbors.

“The old Ricarda site was perfect,” says Burt, a Subi resident, whose wife, Clementine, works at Klopper & Davis Architects.

“The building was not heritage listed but in giving it a complete makeover we have tried to maintain the original building as much as possible retaining the old floorboards and keeping as much character as we could.

Hub Interiors did the fit-out.”

When the doors opened to welcome enthusiastic locals with a frothy pint the tanks were still being commissioned. So the beer is still currently being brewed in Leederville.

In the meantime Subi-ites and lager lovers from several suburbs away pile in to the beer garden, a former car park, to while away an afternoon.

Those looking for a parmi will be disappointed. Instead, they can expect Kerala Fried Chicken, spiced lamb and veal kofta, bhajia onion rings and salt and pepper calamari coming from a kitchen where head chef Head Chef Dheeraj Khanna is king and southern Asian is his thing.

So, what do the locals think?

We popped in on a balmy Sunday arvo to see what the locals think about the six brews currently on offer, along with some carefully curated offerings from other local brews and bottled beer. We discovered three happy longtime beer drinking dudes enjoying a paddle or two.

Here’s what they thought: Phil Rundell: “The venue location is excellent with its indoor/outdoor areas. It’s great that it is dog friendly and kid friendly.

Loved the Smooth Bourbon Vanilla Porter which was, indeed, robust. I don’t know about it hugging my heart though like it says in the tasting notes.”

Mark Young: “Looking forward to seeing the beer brewed onsite. Very happy it’s walking distance from home. I hope they’ll keep experimenting with the beers to develop some unique

flavours. A great place for locals to meet.”

Steve Arnott: “This venue provides a very enjoyable environment for Subi people. I enjoyed the layout and selection of beers.”

And if that is not entertainment enough, stand by for the face painting and bubble blowing on Sunday afternoon when kids and their Mums and Dads are welcome.

And, of course there’s another Christchurch twist with the live music.

Another graduate from 2002, Will Udall, will get a regular gig with his accoustic guitar. Of course, he will.

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FIT AND FAB Pillar Pilates is chiropractor Dr Amy Lauren's studio in the heart of Shenton Park.

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strength WORDS | Beverly Ligman

I LOVE PILATES for many reasons; the way it strengthens and tones my core, the full body stretch and release I get after doing a reformer class and the fact that I’ve lived with a pesky scoliosis since I was a teen and it makes my body feel more aligned.

The reason I love doing it at Pillar Pilates in Shenton Park is because owner Dr Amy Lauren is a chiropractor and former elite gymnast, who knows exactly how to correct my posture and form on a reformer machine when I’m feeling a bit sticky in the ribs or hips, so I get the most out of a class and don’t walk away with any extra twinges.

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realign, ready for the week ahead.

Pillar offers a range of classes from classic reformer (Sculpt) to jump board (Sweat) and a flexibility class (Stretch) and because there are only seven people per class, you get the instructors full attention. I also love that classes are 45 minutes, so you’re in and out before you even know you’ve exercised. But trust me when I say that you will feel it the next day, but in a very good way.

I asked Dr Amy a few questions about her vision for Pillar in Subiaco: How long have you owned Pillar and what’s your vision?

I opened Pillar in October 2020; it was born out of a desire to bring both chiropractic and Pilates together as the two complement each other

so well, yet there aren’t any places in the western suburbs which offer both modalities. Prior to opening Pillar, I spent 18 months travelling around Australia working in various chiropractic clinics and taking Pilates classes in as many studios as possible to enable me to bring the best of both to Subiaco.

Why does being a Chiropractor and Pilates instructor work so well?

Studying chiropractic is five years at university, studying human anatomy, function, and movement patterns as well as injury prevention and rehabilitation. This gave me an indepth knowledge of how people move (or don’t move), common injuries and postural issues. With this knowledge, I can plan classes that incorporate exercises to prevent and rehabilitate common injuries all under the guise of having fun on the reformer.

Small class sizes at Pillar also mean you can keep an eye on people’s posture and form . . .

Exactly! We have a maximum of

seven clients per class, making it one of the smallest group reformer Pilates studios in Perth. Keeping the class sizes small, means you get maximum benefit out of each exercise and prevent injury as form and posture can be closely monitored. It enables the instructor to understand each client’s body, so modifications can be made and a gentle push can be given to ensure it’s a challenge.

What do you love about Pilates?

It’s versatile, holistic and suitable for all fitness levels, abilities, and ages. At Pillar, our clients range in age from 16 to 82. The benefits are endless; you’ll gain improved strength, mobility, coordination and balance.

Pilates requires you to use the small, often underutilised stabilising muscles. My regular clients say they see vast improvements in their other activities - whether it’s running, swimming, yoga or looking after the grandchildren.

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art & culture Mossenson Galleries has displayed the very best Indigenous artists for many years in Subiaco, and a new exhibition will showcase the work of Shane Pickett, one of owner Di Mossenson’s favourite artists.

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Country WORDS | Gail Williams.

FOR ALMOST A decade in the early part of this century, many Subiaco residents went about their daily routines completely unaware there was a West Australian cultural icon working in their midst.

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– one of the greatest Aboriginal artists of his time – would quietly slip into Mossenson Galleries during his stint as artist-in-residence to splash colour over canvas producing breathtaking works illustrating his incredible connection to country and which now feature in galleries and collections all around the world.

For the last eight years of his life, this humble, dignified artist whose Noongar name was Meeyakba, or ‘soft light of the moon,’ was in his happy place behind a curtain in the former Volvo workshop in Hay

IN THE RED Opposite, Shane Pickett, Biroc Song for Bunuroo Left, Over the Cultural Ground (acrylic on canvas), below, Wanyarang and Fish Traps.

Bottom, Diane Mossenson, co-owner of Mossenson Galleries.

Street, doing what he loved most and where he created some of his most significant works.

Occasionally he would be spotted chatting with visitors to the gallery, wandering down to the local cafe or visiting another artist, Murray Gill, who supplied Pickett with his paints from his nearby art shop.

And now, 12 years after his sudden death due to heart complications at age 52, Pickett is still finding fame half way around the world from Quairading’s Badjaling mission where, as one of eight kids, he grew

up surrounded by kerosene tins, hessian bags and corrugated iron.

Some 29 works from the most radical phase of his extensive career have been on exhibition in the United States since October, 2018 and are currently being shown at The McClung Museum in the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, making this US tour the longest solo exhibition of any Australian artist.

The exhibition, “Djinong Djina Boodja (Look at the Land that I Have Traveled), is a partnership between the Mossenson Art Foundation, the

Embassy of Australia in Washington DC, and the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of the University of Virginia.

Nobody was more thrilled than his longtime friend and mentor, Diane Mossenson, co-owner of Mossenson Galleries – the oldest art gallery in Subiaco – who offered him the work space after meeting him in Milan.

The gallery, in collaboration with Pickett’s family and WA fashion house, Hoodedwept, is also paying tribute to the late artist in an upcoming art and fashion exhibition called Booka Dreaming (11 – 28 August) which features his works printed on fabrics in a clothing range designed by Neil Sherriff.

“We are completing one of Shane’s unfinished projects which was his dream,” says Mossenson.

“The range includes ties, scarves, T-shirts, jackets and dresses and his grandson, Jermaine, will be modelling in the show.“ Mossenson says few Subi residents realise the strong connection Pickett had with their suburb.

“His work is displayed in the Subiaco Museum, St John of God Hospital and King Edward Memorial Hospital and he did some work for the City of Subiaco,” she says.

Back in 1993 Mossenson gave up her medical career to establish Indigenart – which became Mossenson Galleries – with her lawyer husband, Dan. They went on to establish galleries in Fremantle, Carlton and Collingwood and continue to run their operation from Subiaco with their daughter, Naomi.

The idea to open a gallery exclusively dedicated to serious Aboriginal art came about during the couple’s travels to Alice Springs where they were introduced to astonishing artworks being done in the local communities.

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art & culture living as a painter while working with illustrious names like playwright Jack Davis, musician Richard Walley and actor Ernie Dingo.

Though he became famous in his own right, with his works being picked up by the Art Gallery of Western Australia, the National Gallery and WA Museum Boola Bardip, he never lost touch with his roots or his strong connection to country.

“To me he was a gentle soul ... humble yet confident in his ability as an artist,” says Mossenson. “His power to create came from the strength of his connecton to Country, his family and his culture. He never deviated form these as the themes and inspiration for his artworks, and he was never short of ideas for creation.”

Head to the following Subiaco locations to view Pickett’s works: POWERFUL WORK Below, Kudi by Ngarra, acrylic on paper and above, Mossenson Galleries exhibits works

by Loonkgoonan, Ngarra, Omborrin, Brian Robinson as well as Shane Pickett.

West Australian gallery exclusively dedicated to serious Aboriginal art.”

They began eyeing off potential spaces and Lloyds Volvo Service Centre in Hay Street – where they got their car serviced – became available.

Grease, oil and noisy car engines gave way to the beautiful artworks.

The Indigenous artists became their trusted friends as they gently guided their careers while introducing their work to an international market.

“In many cases these incredible artists - working in paint, sculpture and crafts - were, perhaps for the first time, creating and presenting work to the outside world which stemmed directly from their deeply spiritual beliefs,” says Mossenson.

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Graham Kuo and Peter Pinson to their stable.

But it is clear from the softness in her voice when his name is mentioned, that Mossenson will always have a special place in her heart for Pickett, who turned to painting landscapes of the wheatbelt as a child when his rheumatoid arthritis prevented him from playing sport.

By the time Mossenson met him in Milan he had already established a name for himself and was earning a

Subiaco Museum

239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco Aboriginal message stick - symbolic, larger than traditional message stick.

Carved from the local bush timber.

Commissioned by the Museum as part of its commitment to Aboriginal/ White Australian reconciliation.

Mossenson Galleries

115 Hay Street, Subiaco Several art works

Also Subiaco is home to some of the most seductive art galleries in the State. Check out these ones:

The Orangery Gallery

320 Onslow Road, Shenton Park A beautifully restored 100-year-old building which now offers dazzling artworks where lolly jars once lined the walls. Pressed tin ceilings and timber floorboards form the backdrop to works by celebrated West Australian artists such as John Cullinane and Michael Doherty.

Linton & Kay Galleries,

299 Railway Road, Subiaco This long-established gallery specialises in two-dimensional and threedimensional artworks and the work of the artists they represent is featured on some of the most stylish hospitality venues in our State. Look to Cherubino City Wine Cellar for eye candy to go with your wine and authentic Italian feasts.

THE PAINTING AT Lake Jualbup by Shane Pickett was commissioned to commemorate the restoration of the Indigenous name to the area. ‘Jualbup’ meaning ‘a place where water rises in the season of spring’, was an important watering hole and hunting area for the Indigenous peoples of the South West until European settlement. By illustrating the native flora and fauna of the wetlands, including the black swan, toad and long-necked turtle, the painting celebrates the Nyungah spiritual links with the land, and doubles as a sign.

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Volunteers are the lifeblood of good causes, and within the Subiaco community there are many locals giving their time for the benefit of others.

Brooke Evans-Butler spoke to Subiaco resident Geoff Holland about volunteering with St John WA.

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GEOFF HOLLAND WAS no stranger to volunteering (having some previous experience in a call-in centre and teaching English in an orphanage in Vietnam) when several years ago while living in Menzies – a small town 130 kilometres North of Kalgoorlie – he was asked if he was interested in becoming a volunteer Regional Ambulance Officer with St John WA. Geoff found volunteering with St John WA to be very rewarding, and, being in such a small town, decided to also volunteer in Kalgoorlie and Karratha to get more experience. “I had some good experiences, and I certainly learned a lot,” he recalls. “Such was being part of a group of people, the paramedics, who are amongst the best people on the planet.”

When Geoff retired from his job in Menzies, he got chatting with some paramedics about the volunteering options available once he returned to Perth. “One of the options was an Event Health Officer, where you have an ambulance at a sporting function or other event. There was first aid awareness, where you go out to schools and deliver education lessons, and the other option was

Community Transport Service, a door to door transport service that assists people to their medical appointments,” he explains.

“Community transport services really appealed to me,” the retired teacher says. “It’s a bit like picking up your sick mother or grandmother. I didn’t know what to expect but where I get my joy from are these elderly people. Then there is a discussion on the way to the appointment, and it is not about their sickness – it is a funny story or something in the media with respect to world affairs, so it really is quite upbeat.”

He says one memorable person he has picked up was a young woman going for regular dialysis treatment. “The takeaway lesson there is how positive she is about life, about getting a job, yet having to go in to have dialysis two or three times a week,” Geoff says. “It makes you stop complaining about your own problems. You can be sick, but you can still be a very dignified and positive person.”

The transport jobs take Geoff

much further than his own backyard – travelling as far North as Burns Beach to around the Hills and South of the river.

It is a big year for St John WA, with 130 years of delivering First Aid in WA and 100 years of delivering the State’s emergency ambulance services. For Geoff, being part of an organisation making such a difference to the community gives a sense of pride.

“Being part of St John as a CTS volunteer driver has you part of a large professional organisation that is also very personal,” he says. “As a volunteer you feel that you are making a valued contribution to the overall health system. As for day-today driving, it is a joy to transport people who are appreciative, grateful and possess good old-fashioned values. The patients are vibrant and love a good chinwag while in the car and are especially excited if you pick up multiple passengers to go to a luncheon or similar event.

You hear some fantastic stories and meet some very intelligent and accomplished people.

“While transporting our passengers you know that you are providing a service that is affordable and makes a huge difference to them,” he adds.

“You get to see some beautiful areas of Perth and the metropolitan area

that you may not have otherwise seen. You also get to know where all the great cafes are. Overall, it is a very uplifting experience and when you go home you know you’ve done a good and valued job.”

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We’re keen to enjoy summer for as long as possible, so make sure you head to Rokeby Road and Hay Street for some extra special local shops, eateries and venues, who will all extend a warm welcome - just like the weather.

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envelop visitors into a cocoon of coolness – while the old wood-fired pizza and open kitchen and bar see brisk service throughout the day.

There are pizzas of course, made in the traditional Neapolitan style with a very thin and puffy airy crust. Wines are all natural, mostly local and vegan and beer comes from down the road in Freo from Gage Roads Brewing Company.

A little further up the road, hugging the corner as it has done for many years, the Subiaco Hotel has enjoyed something of a renaissance since its new owners took over in 2020.

The multiple bars are as popular as ever with sports screens providing entertainment across many codes.

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Rokeby Road is particularly blessed with some of Subiaco’s most inviting eateries and cafes. A relatively new addition – Noble Perth – has brought a strong statement of style to the locale, inhabiting the old site of the Funtastico restaurant. The vegan restaurant – owned by James Sparrow and his business partner Kartik Shah (who also owns La Vida, Perth’s only vegan grocery store) – has made quite a stir since it opened at the end of 2021. The matt black finishes on the floor, wall and tables EDITION 7 | 2022

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The lunch and dinner crowd has stayed faithful to the Subi, as it’s known, and if you’re in the mood for traditional pub fare produced with pizzazz and flair, this is the place to head for a top feed and friendly banter with the bar staff.

A few steps further up the road and you’ll find The Boardroom. On balmy nights, you’ll find friends sitting on high chairs outside, giving the cocktail list a good look-see, while the wine list caters for broad tastes.

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and call your very own AGM at this particular boardroom.

Subiaco is rightly famous for its coffee bars and brunch hang-outs and Tastings Coffee House has been serving up excellent cuppas for many years. The Tastings’ faithful rock up on a daily basis – some of them not till 3pm – to order the Big Breakfast which is cooked lovingly by the part owner George Doropoulos and is the stuff of local legend.

“It has bacon, eggs, fried tomato, onion and beef sausages,” says Bill, his brother who is often seen waiting

on tables out the front to local Subi identities such as former mayor, Tony Costa, entertainment icon Bob Maher and former football champion Bill Dempsey.

They go as much for the $15 omelettes as the Silvana coffee which many regulars say is the best in the suburb.

T-Junction is a popular destination for bubble tea fans.

The bright and breezy venue has a selection of delicious options for those who like their tea bubbly.

Beauty from within

Head to Rokeby Road if you’re in need of some personal renovation work – or just the chance to indulge in a little personal TLC. Professionail Subiaco is the local branch of a world-wide brand (curiously enough, starting in New Orleans, Louisiana).

Book or walk-in for a pedicure, manicure, a full set of acrylics, SNS or colour gels. They also offer spray tans and waxing, and locals swear by the professional approach taken by the team at the Subi salon.

Anthea James Hairdressing on Seddon Street is a colour and hair extension specialist, and with over 25 years’ experience, you can be sure your precious tresses will be in safe hands.

There are some extraordinary examples of how extensions can transform your hair on the team’s Instagram page – so if you’re looking for a completely

new look for 2022, head to the UKtrained salon for the opportunity to see a new you in the mirror.

Total Movement are not a gym, a Pilates or yoga studio – they’re something much bigger, they say.

They’re a movement and as a boutique studio, they’re able to offer personal or private training, small group strength classes, holistic lifestyle coaching and physio and rehab options. If you’re sick of being just a number to your current gym, have a chat to Jo or Sam and discover the Total Movement difference.

Eyewear has come a long way from the days when frame choice was limited and not terribly flattering.

The Subiaco branch of EyeQ Optometrists use their expertise to assess the best options for your eye care and continually strive to be industry leaders in clinical

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diagnosis with state-of-the-art equipment. Their eyewear brands include Calvin Klein, Gucci and Kate Spade among many others – just let the team know what you’re after and they will work hard to accommodate you.

Splash out

If you’ve ever needed something sparkly for a special event you’ll be familiar with the name Raimonds.

A stalwart of the Perth fashion scene for the past 20 years Raimond Castellano has a passion for fashion – and the unnerving knack for correctly guessing your dress size, just by looking at you.

Since relocating from Hay Street to Rokeby Road at the end of 2021, it’s even harder to resist the chance to linger a little longer outside his shop window. Sparkly gowns

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SHOPPING SPREE Shops like Raimonds, Flannel and Picnic are the perfect places to browse to your heart's content for a special occasion outfit or pair of shoes.

from Jovani and other world-class designs, are eye-catching and lure in those in search of something really special. Raimonds has dressed so many Perth women over the years for school balls, bridesmaid’s duties, cocktail events and weddings, that when you’ve got a special occasion to attend, you should put yourself in Raimond’s hands and the magic just happens.

Picnic offers women’s clothing that are designed to embrace the Australian climate and lifestyle, from relaxed basics to contemporary catwalk trends. Picnic’s range represents effortless style and it’s proudly WA owned and based, with a large proportion of stock made in Australia.

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effortless elegance and exquisite finishes which have been the keystone of Flannel’s success ever since. It’s also a brand which takes its eco-footprint seriously so if fashion without costing the earth is your jam, head to Flannel.

Hobbs Shoes on Rokeby Road has been a favourite destination for ladies footwear for over 30 years. Their seasonal collections reflect current styles both here in Australia and Europe, and there are international brands and exclusive Hobbs designs which appeal to a wide range of shoe fans.

Stride Subiaco is located on Rokeby Road (between Churchill

Street and Barker Road) and the store has a large range of ECCO products and Hush Puppies, NAOT and Ziera. Kate and the team will assist you choose the perfect shoe for any occasion and help you put your best foot forward.

If you’re choosing a ball gown for this year’s Year 12 ball season, or just would like to be extra-glam for a special occasion, One Night Stand has an excellent collection of gorgeous gowns to rent for the party. You’ll have the chance to wear stunning dresses from Australia’s top designers including Ae’lkemi, Nicholas, Thurley and Nookie – and

wear them for a fraction of the cost of owning the gown outright.

Vanessa Leanda’s demi-couture and bridal atelier is a special addition to the Subiaco scene. Each season, Vanessa creates three unique garments, crafted locally by hand, using fine materials and tailored specifically to the client. She can also create bespoke orders and makes modern and bridal custom pieces for the entire bridal party. Design consultations take place at her studio on Rokeby Road, and once you’ve experienced the VL approach, you’ll never buy off the peg again.

Good Sammy’s is as familiar on Aussie high streets as a good pie shop and your favourite coffee house.

The Subiaco branch is a thriving collection of pre-loved, sometimes designer togs and accessories as well as household items, which are sold for a great cause.

Broome may seem like a long way from Subiaco, but in the Willie Creek

Pearls showroom, there’s a little taste of the Kimberley right here on Hay Street. Choose from necklaces, bracelets and rings, earrings and men’s jewellery, all showcasing the uniquely beautiful pearls sourced from the Banfield family’s Willie Creek pearl farm.

If you’re keen to see some live performances – and after the two years we’ve all endured, who isn’t?

– head to the Regal Theatre on the corner of Rokeby Road and book via Ticketmaster for the next show.

Comedy features frequently on the stage of this grand old theatrical lady of Subiaco, and there’s often the chance to catch matinees and kid-friendly performances throughout the year.

If you bank with CommBank, the Hay Street branch has been servicing its clients for years. The friendly team are able to assist with all your daily banking, borrowing and financial requirements – just call in to arrange

a meeting today.

Meanwhile Lendable prides itself on being WA’s fast finance finder for home buyers. The team are able to match you with mortgage lenders and builders, to make owning your own home not only possible but easy too. Drop in for a chat and discover the Lendable difference.

For more information about our wonderful local businesses, visit seesubiaco.com.au

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Cheryl Burton is well known in Subiaco for spreading the love. And she is not ashamed to share her passion for jewellery either.

It’s written all over her walls in a heartwarming welcome for customers who – lured by the wafting aromas of natural soy candles – wander into Kul Kul, her Rokeby Road boutique.

“All you Need is Love . . . and jewellery”.

It takes just a five minute chat – but many customers linger a lot longer – to discover Burton has both in spades.

“I actually have a slight shopping addiction,” she laughs. “This is how I cure it; even though I'm selling, I still get to shop.”

There’s ample evidence of many other glittering passions dotted, like diamantes, through the seductive 100sqm space on Rokeby Road’s cafe strip.

Owls, koalas, hedgehogs, sewing machines, typewriters, elephants, candles, oils, hats, bags, trees, linen garments and even branches collected from her property in Casuarina have their special and prominent places.

And jewellery. A treasure trove of jewellery. Tasteful, stylish one-off pieces, sourced from all over the world are displayed in beautiful, showcases fashioned by her cabinetmaker husband, Dean. Each cabinet is devoted to the country from which Cheryl sources the divine sterling silver, semi-precious stone and pearl pieces. She is the only WA stockist for some of the designers working away in Mexico, Israel, France and USA, while the intricate creations of four local designers are also represented.

Cheryl has found her true calling after ditching a career as a pharmaceutical rep seven-and-a half years ago to take over Kul Kul – now a 17-year leading light of the Subiaco gift shop scene – when it

was operating from Hay Street. Just over two years ago she moved to the longtime vacant premises, formerly an organic cafe, in Rokeby Road.

“I wanted a tree change from pharmaceutical work,” she says. “I decided the last part of my working life should be spent doing something I love and am passionate about. I didn’t have any background in this area. It was just something that interested me to step outside my comfort zone. When people say they want a tree change they’re often standing at the bottom of the tree and looking up. I wanted to climb the tree and get a view from the top.

I was in Lake Como when I saw the (Hay Street) shop was for sale when I flew back to Australia with this little buzz in my head, drove into Subiaco and I knew immediately this is what I need to do.”

The “tree change” brought with it a bucket load of international travel and Cheryl’s ability to connect with people attracted a legion of new friends – artisans and agents in exotic locations such as Mexico, Indonesia, Spain, Morroco and USA. Of course, COVID changed all that but she has kept in touch with suppliers and regularly takes delivery of boxes of jewellery to sort through for her shop.

Ask her to pick a favourite brand and her gaze immediately turns to a showcase featuring colourful items from Ayalabar from Israel.

“Over the years so many ladies have been in and said “I couldn’t wear something so bold and dangly,” she says. “They are statement earrings. I love to see the look come across their faces when they hold them up to the mirror and see how lovely they are. It’s the biggest high for me.”

She is also the only WA supplier for a precious antique button jewellery range by USA designer, Elizabeth Ngo, another favourite.

“These rings are made from buttons which date back to the 1800s,” she says. “In those times

JEWEL IN THE CROWN Kul Kul on Rokeby Road is not the place to visit if you're in a hurry - it's easy to spend lots to time perusing the gorgeous collection of items.

buttons were a symbol of wealth and were made from carved pearl, bronze, gold, amber or silver. When men were going off to war the wife would sew a perfume-sprayed button from their own garment into the inside of the husband’s uniform.

These beautiful rings are made from those buttons. The romance of these stories is wonderful. Who wore the button? Where has it been? Did the soldier survive the war?”

Since becoming a major part of the social and retail fabric of Subiaco, Cheryl has also become passionate about the suburb. Some of her favourite businesses on the strip are her neighbours – The Secret Closet, pre-loved fashion boutique, Pupa Fast Nutrition, Dallimores and Cherubino City Cellar.

“They’re interesting little independent businesses, all adding to the village vibe in Subi,” she says.

With Mother's Day fast approaching, Cheryl has some advice for those wondering what to buy their Mum. “Choosing the best gift for Mum does not necessarily mean to choose the most expensive,” she says.

"The other thing to remember is not to go shopping in a hurry. Spend the time choosing something she'll really love.”

And remember .. all Mum needs is love . . . and perhaps a little jewellery.”

Kul Kul Jewellery, 151 Rokeby Road, Subiaco. Call 08 9388 7900 or Visit kulkul.com.au

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Think of your favourite song. If it happens to be one by Blondie, The Cure, David Bowie, Madonna or The Monkees you could be wearing it on your wrist. Or around your neck. Or dangling it from your ears in the form of exquisite jewellery, handmade by a talented Subiaco artisan.

For a little over a year, Heidi Atchison, a former accountant, has attracted something of a cult following in her studio-come-jewellery shop in Station Street which is lined with posters of her favourite bands and features a big black armchair, potted plants and gorgeous hand-made bracelets, rings and necklaces.

Jet Empire is its name. And point of difference is its game, with a soundtrack of constantly rotating tunes in the background.

Passers-by pop in to see Atchison at work, spinning her magic to songs like Modern Love, Total Eclipse of the Heart, West End Girls and even a Mozart Sonata or two. As she toils away in intricate rapture she is creating exquisite pieces of jewellery featuring pearls, Swarovski crystals, gemstones, silver and gold.

Atchison divides her ranges into four music categories of classical, pop, rock and indie, and says there is no real formula for coming up with the names.

“Each piece is different,” she says.

“Sometimes a song will come on while I am making a piece and it seems a perfect title for it. Other times I will be making something that has a certain colour in it and I am thinking about Little Red Corvette. Usually, though, it starts with the actual piece which

I am thinking about from the time I see the crystal or the gemstone or the pearl and envision how it will look and then the title becomes apparent during the process.”

One beautiful pair of $50 Swarovski Cream Pearl earrings take their name from The Monkees’ I’m a Believer.

In another, a jade bracelet called Total Eclipse of the Heart, evokes Bonnie Tyler’s husky voice.

And, um, here’s one that’s perfect for busting some moves on the dance floor at a wedding – a multi-medium necklace featuring onyx, Swarovski Black Diamond Crystals and black pearls. It’s name? My Sharona, by The Knack.

Eighties’ band, Depeche Mode, feature in pearl earrings called Just Can’t Get Enough.

Atchison is definitely in her happy place since swapping the debits and credits of her chartered accountancy career back in 2008 after taking a sixmonth camper trailer journey around

Australia with her two children, and then husband.

“I had always been creative, making my own clothes and things like that,” she says. “But it was when we were in Port Douglas and my daughter and I went to a jewellery-making class that the seed was really sown.”

When the family returned to Perth she taught herself how to make jewellery using Swarovski crystals and gemstones and her new career path became obvious.

“I did a lot of research online,” she says. “I found a supplier and began doing a lot of wire work, threading

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and began designing.”

She originally began the business with a partner and sold the pieces at home parties and markets.

“It took off from there, really,” she says.

“After four years I went out on my own.”

Jet Empire has evolved into a team of six with Atchison working full-time at the shop and others assisting with production and showing their wares at Perth Upmarket, Perth Makers Market, Perth Hills Artisan Market and Kalamunda Artisan Market. The range is all available online too.

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body, and skincare products, diffusers and candles as well as MOR products and Betty Brown bags. It’s also a great place to showcase Heidi’s side hustle - the Gift Label Co, a collection of gorgeously designed labels for every occasion. Jewellery-making classes are on the horizon too, giving Heidi’s clientele the chance to learn how to make their own beautiful jewellery from the boss herself.

And, if any male readers are thinking of ordering themselves a necklace named after a Blondie favourite, Heart of Glass, they will be disappointed. Atchison says she doesn’t design a men’s jewellery

range. But she does offer Jet Empire music-themed hand-poured soy candles with cotton wicks which are scented with lotus flower, pomegranate and geranium.

“They’re designed to help people born in the 70s and 80s to relax and reminisce over music from those eras,” she says.

No, they don’t play the tunes, they are just named after the decades.

Which could remind readers of a song by The Cure. Boys Don’t Cry. And, if the boys in question are partial to necklaces, Atchison has just the thing for you – in freshwater pearls – named after that song.

Introduce her to the sound of clickety clack in a knitting class at Crossways Wool & Fabrics

Need some Mother’s Day inspo?

We got you covered.

An art class with 4 Sistas Sip & Paint

6/183 Rokeby Road, Subiaco | Ph: 0498 476 123 Encourage Mum to discover her inner Van Gogh with an art class run by four sports-loving country girls, The Lysters. These fabulous sisters have an amazing story to tell about their own late Mum who was a strong-willed independent and hard working woman who raised them with a love of art and sport.

They share their painting skills regularly over a frothy beer or glass of wine. Enrol Mum in one of their regular classes. If she doesn’t discover her inner artist, at least she will have four new friends.

Shop 15, Crossways Shopping Centre, 180 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco | Ph: 9381 4286 Have a chat to Thea, Tegan and Leslie, the lovely women who run this well-loved Subiaco shop and you might just enrol Mum in a knitting or crochet class for beginners. Not only does knit-one/purl one make you sleep better, it’s meditative. And you get to make cool stuff. Mum might even knit you a beanie.

Kul Kul Subiaco Jewellery • Gifts • Fashion

Offer eternal youth with L’Occitane

L’Occitane, 97 Rokeby Road, Subiaco | Ph: 9380 9366 Every Mum wants to feel young again, even if it is just for one hour during a facial at L’Occitane’s Petit Spa. Here, organic essential oils are massaged over her face to stimulate cell renewal and collagen synthesis. The promise is to address visible signs of ageing: wrinkles, skin slackening and lack of smoothness. Aah, but the main reason is to get her to relax for one hour. Pure bliss!

A gift voucher from Simon Johnson

Simon Johnson Providore, 169 Rokeby Road, Subiaco | Ph: 9489 3888 It’s a well-kept secret that most Mums – affectionately known to some as the Old Cheese – would love to eat their body weight in cheese.

So why not indulge her with a gift voucher to cheesey heaven and let her wrestle her way through a kilo of raw milk blue cheese from the Pecora Dairy in New South Wales?

If cheese is not her thing then she might fancy some Black Pearl caviar, an indulgence offering the ultimate in luxury and celebration.

Shop A, 151a Rokeby Road, Subiaco Tel 9388 7900 Email cheryl@kulkul.com.au Open 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday.

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1. Jones & Co Fern Vase, Spoilt, $44.95 2. Elizabeth Gno antique button ring 1800-1900s, Kul Kul, $250. 3. Salus rejuvenation trio treatment, Spoilt, $45. 4. WS Animal Print foldout bag with hook, Pharmacy 777, $45. 5. Gold Leopard print bag, Isie boutique, $49.99. 6. Mymoune Rose Syrup, Simon Johnson Providore, $15.60. 7. Love You greeting card with grapefruit soap, Pharmacy 777, $11.99. 8. AT Eye cosy luxe mask, Pharmacy 777, $19.99.

9. Cassandra Anderson cards, Bespoke candles, $5 each. 10. Florentines Dark, Simon Johnson Providore, $12.45. 11. Monista Matilda’s Lemongrass & Ginger tea, Simon Johnson Providore, $34.95. 12. Vinage teacup candle (Lavender), Bespoke candles, $20. 13. Salted caramel milk chocolate, Simon Johnson Providore, $6.25. 14. Rikaro black sewing machine & flowers, Kul Kul, $65. 15. Candle, soap & Tray, Bespoke candles, $29. 16. Urban Products You are strong & Beautiful sign, Kul Kul, $12.95.

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NEW TO SUBI and looking for a hair stylist? Or just need a change from the one you’re currently using? Then head to Lily Lane Creative. A recently opened salon in Subiaco Square, Lily Lane specialises in bespoke haircuts and personalised livedin colours. Sarah Radcliff recently opened this beautiful space to give her clients a serene and luxurious hair experience right in the heart of Subiaco. The talented team at Lily Lane can create a brand-new look for you for 2022 or help you refine your style to make your hair your crowning glory again - no matter what it’s been through in the past. shop 5/30 Subiaco Square Rd, Subiaco. Visit @lilylanecreative_ for bookings

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Sunshine in a bottle THIS DELICIOUS LOOKING serum screams sunny days, and reminds me of eating a Frosty Fruit straight after swimming lessons.

Nostalgia aside, it’s also a fabulous brightening serum that packs a powerful (albeit fruity) punch!

It contains three potent forms of antioxidant rich vitamin C and includes pineapple juice, plus pure absorbic acid to combat dark spots, acne scars and pigmentation.

After just a week of using this skincare star, your skin will be glowing, happy and soothed from spending all that time down the

beach this summer.

Add to that the fact that the bottle is super cute and will probably steal the show on your bathroom shelf and I’d say we have an a winner.

Glow Recipe Pineapple-C Bright Serum, $73 @ Mecca Cosmetica, 1-13 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

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HOW OFTEN WE smile is intrinsically linked to our confidence; and even though we’re all wearing masks right now, having dental treatments to improve your smile is always a good idea.

Let’s be honest, how many of us really like our smiles? If you look at a photo of yourself are you instantly critical of yours? If this sounds like you, The Dentists in Hamersley Road can help.

Muscle relaxants have been used in dental treatments for some time, and The Dentist’s Dr Luvena Tan says they have multiple benefits.

“For a gummy smile this treatment works by relaxing the intended muscle to help achieve a certain

function or aesthetic. It can help with a gummy smile by relaxing the muscle that contracts and elevate when you smile,” Dr Tan said.

“It usually takes two weeks for the full effects to kick in. If it’s your first time, we may have to increase the dosage in a follow-up appointment if necessary, as it’s better to give less than too much initially.

“If you’re a suitable candidate we recommend this treatment as it is not an invasive procedure compared to doing a gum lift or orthodontic treatment.

“People with gummy smiles can be self-conscious about smiling to their fullest. This treatment helps them feel confident about smiling widely without baring their gums.”

The Dentists can also help with TMJ joint malfunction; when the muscles and ligaments around your jaw joints become inflamed or irritated, due to issues such as clenching or grinding.

“Muscle relaxant injections help by relaxing the muscles that help to you to chew,” Dr Tan said.

“These muscles get tense when a person is clenching and grinding which can cause discomfort, pain and headaches. These symptoms can be reduced with muscle relaxant injections by reducing the forces exerted by the muscle when a person is grinding or clenching. This also usually takes two weeks for this treatment to take the full effect.

“We always recommend a full examination to assess each case.

Case selection is important as not everyone is suitable for muscle relaxant injections, but we’ll definitely help whenever we can.

“At The Dentists, our team is passionate about caring for people and helping them with their oral health journey.”

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How I see it

TANIA WATTON

Owner-Manager of Bank of Queensland, Subiaco

WORDS | Gabi Mills PORTRAIT | Matt Jelonek

Moving east to west

I moved to WA in 1994 from Sydney.

St George Bank approached me to move here to establish their private bank in WA. I said yes, despite not knowing anybody in WA and I was put up at the Victoria Apartments next to the Vic Hotel here in Subiaco.

The St George head office branch on St Georges Terrace was still being built and painted on my arrival. The decision to move was a difficult one as I was leaving all my family and friends in Sydney but it was a challenge I embraced as I was keen to make a difference. I have always believed that the key to my success 62

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has been by providing good oldfashioned banking and making a difference in people’s lives.

Change is good

In due course, I was approached by Bank of Queensland’s CEO David Liddy in 2004 who headhunted me to set up the first ever branch of the bank here in WA. David had the vision of the Owner-Manager model. It was the first greenfield site in WA and the first BOQ branch here in Subiaco which was where I wanted to be. It was a massive undertaking and I carefully chose the site – an old pharmacy on Rokeby Road. By then my mother in NSW had died, and I was raising two little boys – Joseph, aged two and Daniel, four at the time – on my own.

We opened on April 21 in 2006 with no customers but plenty of vision.

Winning ways

By 2007, I won the Owner-Manager of the Year award, Saleswoman and Businesswoman of the Year awards and in 2010, the iiNet Best Franchisee Award.

The local choice

I’m proud that a lot of Subiaco locals bank with us. I think my key strengths are relationship skills and networking.

BOQ Subiaco helps many community groups – like St John WA and the Telethon Kids Institute – and through helping people to make connections, we can really make a difference.

I love a live show and a good feed, and you can’t beat the Regal for putting on a great show. I often take big groups of guests along too – 16 of us saw Priscilla: Queen of the Desert recently. I’m also a member of WSBA and enjoy making new business

connections. For lunch, you’ll often find me at Red Chair in the Crossways shopping centre next to our branch.

They do an amazing laksa and chicken curry – and of course they’re one of our clients too.

My sons are everything

I’ve proudly raised Daniel and Joseph (pictured opposite with Tania) on my own and they are now both successful in their own right. Daniel has completed his Bachelor of Science and has a Masters of Commerce, and has recently joined a major accounting firm in Perth. Joseph has completed a Bachelor of Commerce and majored in Accounting and Finance, and is currently working with me at BOQ Subiaco. I’m immensely grateful to the boys’ teachers and lecturers at Shenton College and UWA - they played an integral part in Dan and Joe’s success.

Subiaco is special

I think Subiaco is special because it’s like a village with a really good vibe. I could have gone anywhere in Perth but I chose Subi. There are a great many passionate business owners here who care and support the community, and many of them bank with BOQ. Because I own the bank as well as manage it, I can relate to the challenges of running a small business and I think that appeals to our clients. I offer old-fashioned service and am pretty authentic.

Risk vs reward

It was a big risk moving over from Sydney, to a place I’d never visited before. By the time I resigned from St George Bank, I was also raising two young children alone and embarking on running a demanding business.

I’m proud that the risk has proved worth it and that my passion for people has paid dividends in both my career and personal life. I’ve always believed anything is possible and that in banking, putting the client at the centre of everything we do to help them achieve their personal goals and secure their financial future is what drives me and my team. You could say that helping people and finance run in my blood. My friends are my support network and I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t tough along the way, but I have never got to the point where I thought I couldn’t do this anymore.

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Mother love

As Mother’s Day approaches, some Subiaco mothers and their children posed for a very special photo shoot by Josh Wells.

Dimario Italian Shoes / Allora

By Rose Frontino

"For us, Mother’s Day means honouring and celebrating with my gorgeous and amazing daughter, Rebecca. Mother’s Day means love in our family, it’s always been our special thing.

We have a saying: "You don’t just give love. You are love."

All we both can wish for this year in our businesses is positivity and support from all of our local community."

Pictured Rose Frontinto and daughter Rebecca Frontino.

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Hiddlestone Electrics

By Natalie Hiddlestone

“I cherish my relationship with my Mum, Kay. It is a connection which is now much deeper, stronger and richer – both personally and in our family business.

Before the unexpected loss in 2014 of my Dad Vern - who I miss terribly every day - my Mum was always the homemaker for our family, and I spent the majority of my time at work. So, we didn’t get to spend much time with each other.

Since his passing, my Mum now works with me at Hiddlestone Electrics in our Townshend Road premises, so we get to see each other every day.

The opportunity to foster this relationship with my Mum is the one gift that has come out of such a heartbreaking loss for me.

In a world of uncertainty and ever-changing conditions, our focus is the same that it has always been in our 102 years in Subiaco, steeped in the core values of my father and the company’s forefathers: to provide good, reliable service.”

Pictured: Natalie Hiddlestone (left) | Kay Hiddlestone (right) | with Natalie's dog Molly.

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Mother Love Zolotas Bridal

by Sophie Linardopoulos

"We are a mother and daughter bridal business who chose Subiaco for the beautiful leafy green streets and heritage-listed buildings.

Subiaco feels like a village to us with a strong community feeling that takes us back to Greece.

I grew up on the Greek island of Paros, and my mother Donna taught me everything there was to know about running a business as well as instilling hard working values and morals in me. I am passionate about every woman that becomes a Zolotas bride, as I feel that we are able to bring back a piece of my Greek heritage to Australian shores."

Pictured: Sophie (left) with baby Amara and Donna Linardopoulos (right).

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By Kerri Sharp

"My daughter Courtney and I create a good balance in our business relationship.

We both have creative talents in different areas which come together and result in the culmination of a beautiful wedding, both aesthetically, with the complete visual styling of the day, and also emotionally, by making the bride and her bridal party including others and grandmothers, feel confident and beautiful.

We are hoping this year to continue to draw inspiration from each other and both adding new services to our business, including bridal headpieces and hair styling services to the repertoire."

Pictured: Courtney Sharp (left) and Kerri Sharp (right)

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| Gail Williams.

LIGHTING UP SUBIACO The Hiddlestone name is as familiar to Subiaco locals as, well, Rokeby, Hay and Townshend. And just like those other monikers, the family name is also a thoroughfare, named in honour of the long-standing family specialising in electrics.

WORDS | Gail Williams

THE ICONIC FAMILY name Hiddlestone - has become local shorthand for the words “good, reliable service” when it comes to electrical repairs and installations.

But even those unaware of the famous Vern Hiddlestone line: “Subiaco has been good to me.

Without Subi, I’m no good,” will be familiar with the legacy of community involvement that three generations of Hiddlestones have contributed.

Since 1920, Hiddlestones have continued to base their business on the decent human principles of “be true to your word, say what you mean and mean what you say.”

Subiaco, in 2016, returned the love and immortalised them by naming a laneway after them. It's just one

PICTURED | Natalie Hiddlestone

of the ubiquitous reminders of the business that began on Rokeby Road with Howard and Bert Hiddlestone, and their brother Cecil.

Cecil’s son, Vern, who became one of Subi’s favourite identities, continued it on. Following his sudden passing in 2014 – with 1,000 people at his funeral – Vern’s daughter, Natalie, took over Hiddlestone Electrics, which was his wish. Managing a team of eight, Natalie – the third of four daughters – runs and protects the legacy of their family business with her mother, Kay, quietly working in the background from their Townshend Road premises.

You don’t have to look far to see Hiddlestone’s handiwork.

The iconic Regal Theatre stands

as a monument to the original wiring work they carried out. Hiddlestones were also responsible for the wiring and restored verandahs - which Vern fought for while on Subiaco council - of many other heritage buildings along Rokeby Road. Vern’s electrical knowledge and tenacity lead to Subiaco’s underground wiring. And Subiaco’s Christmas street party, he lighting of Carols by the Lake at Jualbup, and dozens of other fundraising events have always had Hiddlestones' involvement..

Every second home in Subiaco seems to have a much-loved chandelier, retro lighting or bespoke electrical fitting, restored in the dedicated workshop of Hiddlestone Electrics. They have become synonymous with it in Subiaco and Perth, primarily through word-ofmouth referrals.

The tight knit team can still proudly proclaim to have been inside nearly 80 per cent of Subiaco homes to carry out some sort of electrical work.

Natalie Hiddlestone, who had worked as a teenager with her father in the business and has a restricted electrical licence, is very comfortable at the helm and employs the same old school business principles she learned from her colourful, hardworking father.

“It’s all about customer service,” she says.

Not a day goes by when Natalie’s isn't reminded of her well-loved Dad, who would express his often-strident views while a Subiaco councillor living in Duffel House on Hamersley Road.

“There are so many times I feel like my Dad is in the office with me, looking over my shoulder.

“Just after Dad died, Willy Wagtails started appearing in our workshop.

They land on our hands, and we feed them to this day. For us, they represent special messengers of Dad watching over us; they’re a constant, welcome and comforting reminder of his presence.”

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The Low Down

MIMMA NOTARO

Director/Licensee Network Exchange Realty

Mimma Notaro is an expert about the real estate scene in Subiaco and surrounds - and her friendly team at Network Exchange Realty have started 2022 fast out of the blocks. Gabi Mills finds out more about the secret to their success.

GM: Tell me a little about your background and how you got started in real estate.

MN: When I started my real estate career in 1997, I never anticipated that an A4 sheet of paper with the word “I” and a tin can would be the catalyst of my transition from personal assistant to licensed real estate agent, followed by managing director of Network Exchange Realty.

The “I CAN” philosophy inspired me to reach my ambition and run my own real estate company.

GM: What do you love about the industry, and what brought you to Subiaco?

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about their heritage homes and the interior design of their properties. I have always loved inner city living and the atmosphere that Subiaco brings for all those who call it home. Network Exchange Realty has been operating in Subiaco since 2007, and you’ll find us in an architect-designed, wellestablished office on Sheen Street in Subiaco. Our visual identity is refined and stylish - it’s something we’ve put a lot of thought into.

changes over the years, with new residential developments like Incontro and ONE Subiaco nearing completion and positioned in the heart of Subiaco. They will bring life back to the retail and hospitality industries in Subi and we’re keen to see what unfolds. It’s an exciting time to be in the real estate industry, and selling and leasing in this current active market in Subiaco is what makes me love my job even more.

GM: What changes have you seen evolving in the suburb over the years - there seems to be a real buzz about the place at the moment with new developments - are you excited for the possibilities this presents to the real estate market?

MN: There have been many positive

GM: What’s your go-to cafe for the perfect cup of morning coffee/tea?

MN: Our next-door neighbour, His Lid, is my go-to café. It’s a place that not only offers great coffee but also a full range of barber services. My favourite order is a Flat White (Extra Hot) or Dirty Chai!

GM: Where do you like to kick back with the team after a good week of sales.

MN: We love heading down to Refuge Small Bar in Subiaco Square on Friday arvo after a busy week for a cheeky glass of bubbly or Spritz and their amazing cheese boards.

They have a vast range of classic and creative drinks until late.

GM: If somebody is considering moving to Subiaco, how would you describe the area and what defines the ‘perfect’ Subiaco street or residence?

MN: In Subiaco we celebrate the rich history of our city, while embracing the diversity and vitality of the present day. The jacarandas are so pretty in Subiaco Centro that they’ve even named a street after them - “Old Jacaranda Way.” For many years, the Golden Triangle has been recognised as one of the most popular area for buyers. Nowadays, walking along Subiaco’s tree-lined streets, with the Mediterranean-style atmosphere of multi-cultural dining, cafes, the many bars (some hidden) and restaurants

makes Subiaco the go-to location for breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening drinks. Add some excellent schools to the mix too - both public and private - and you’ve got a pretty ideal suburb to call home.

GM: What areas are some good tips for potential buyers?

MN: My advice would be to firstly, learn to recognise value and stick to your instincts. Buy in the best location you can afford, and remember that the three rules for real estate are always - Location, Location, Location!

Always remember to do your financial research too and due diligence, before you purchase.

conversations would be?

GM: What are you looking forward to in terms of the business for 2022?

MN: I’m looking forward to growing our business and team. We work hard to reach our business goals and ensure all our customers’ needs are taken care of. I have also taken a mentoring role for my employees, helping each of them become more successful in their roles and as individuals. I like helping people to be their best and achieve more in their careers.

To discuss your next move, visit Mimma and the team at Network Exchange Realty, 4 Sheen Street, Subiaco, or visit networkexchange.com.au

GM: If you could choose the perfect dinner party with guests, dead or alive - who would they be and where would you take them for dinner?

MN: If I could take Elvis, Barack Obama, Al Pacino, Lady Gaga, and Robin Williams out for dinner and drinks to my favourite Subiaco wine bar, Cherubino City Cellar, could you imagine how amazing the

MAKING YOUR REALTY DREAMS A REALITY Together we will find home.

From left: Kaileisha Sheppard, Alison Travers, Margo Coufos, Gabriella Verdiglione and Mimma Notaro.

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What is my passion?

We asked some of Subiaco's leading business personalities what passion means to them - and realised that for many, passion is more than just the feeling of your heart beating faster.

Dan Cross | ADDICTED TO AUDIO

"We know that passionate spark in the eyes of our clients when they hear the perfect sound. It triggers emotions, goosebumps, and sometimes even a tear. For us, music is everything"

Ian Gatjens Bohl

EL PERUVIAN FOOD CO

“I’m passionate about local produce and cooking which give me joy as I love bringing the taste of Peru here in Australia. I’m also passionate about the late swims at the beach, as I grew up on the beach in Lima.”

Rose Frontino | DIMARIO SHOES

“You cannot teach passion; passion comes from the heart. I love being surrounded by beautiful things – to me, it’s a form of excitement, colour and uniqueness. Dimario Shoes was born from my obsession to share my expertise in fashion!”

Dr Luvena Tan |

Heidi Atchison |

“I’m passionate about helping people and supporting the local community.

I’m also very appreciative of all the local businesses community and people who have supported me and the branch.”

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JET EMPIRE

“Passion to me is uncontrollable love and enthusiasm for someone or something special to you. For me, I have been passionate about music from the first time I encountered it . . . I sought it out, I opened my heart and mind to it, and I devoured it at every opportunity. The desire to incorporate music into every part of my life is organic, and as it permeates into my business through song names and genres, it is like a partner . . . reliable and soothing, always there when I need it, and congenially coming along on the journey with me.”

Renata and Gerry Downing |

PUPA FAST NUTRITION

“You can always recognise someone who is passionate about what they do, no matter what it may be. They are enthusiastic, driven, solution-minded, inspiring, fun and tireless learners. This has been important in our life and we have taught our two girls from an early age to follow their passion and find what makes each day meaningful. This makes all the difference! Passionate people make a difference in this world because of their contribution.”

Chef Caleb Azuka |

RESTAURANT CALEB

“I love being a chef and the hospitality industry and I am grateful for all my recent awards and accomplishments - Chef of the Year and Chef Hat from the Australian Good Food and Travel Guide. But what I love the most is how my guests come in as strangers and leave as friends and sometimes even family. That smile on their face and the memory gives me great satisfaction.

To see great food and wine and atmosphere unite people from different ethnicities and backgrounds is beautiful.”

Sarah Radcliff

LILY LANE CREATIVE

“When you’re lucky enough to find yourself in a career that is your passion, there is no definition, no boundaries between when I’m working and not working.

I’m living my passion, and I get inspired constantly by my surroundings so I feel blessed to be able to do this every day.”

Tania Watton

BANK OF QUEENSLAND SUBIACO

THE DENTISTS

“Passion to me is a zeal for something. At The Dentists, our team are passionate about caring for people and helping them with their oral health journey.”

Natalie Hiddlestone

Daniel Burt

GOLDEN WEST BREWERY

"For me, passion is to do something purely for the love of it and because you love what you're doing, with complete disregard for how others judge what you're doing. Luckily for Golden West Brewing Co we have an exceptional head brewer and head chef that are far more considerate of others' opinions when it comes to their passions."

Heather Levi

HIDDLESTONE ELECTRICS

HEATHER LEVI INTERIORS

“If you are able to find work that you are passionate about, you will never work another day in your life.”

“My passion is transforming and creating meaningful and colour spaces for people’s lives at home, to share with their loved ones.”

Live events

Events this autumn in Subiaco

Subi Spritz set to shine

Subi Spritz celebrates Subiaco’s Southern European roots over four days and nights of gourmet food and wine experiences.

From 31 March to 3 April, Subiaco will be transformed into a Mediterranean playground, with bespoke events crafted to showcase the distinctive cuisines, laid-back lifestyle and carefree days.

Think long, lazy lunches with great food and wine, followed by aperitivo hour and topped off with a Spanish film in the park. Or spend the day tasting European-style wines and learning to make pasta, followed by a decadent dining experience. All of life's simple pleasures, wrapped up into one extra-delicious weekend.

Here's a taster of what's coming up: THE LONG, LONG LUNCH – Savour a langurous lunch prepared by some of WA's bbest chefs.

CONTI ROLL CONTEST – Join in the fun as Perth's best Conti Roll experts pit their skills against each other to find out the best on offer. Featuring North Street Deli, Bark, and Black Pig Deli.

THE GREAT GRAZE – A decadent afternoon of live music, eating and

drinking at Market Square Gardens.

AFTER BEACH – The popular Southern European ‘afternoon to evening’ concept comes to Subi.

Traditionally, after a day on the coast, our European pals enjoy a disco which carries on into the night - and

we'll do the same, right here in Subi.

APERITIVO TRAIL – Partnering with Campari Group to deliver an Aperitivo Trail throughout Subiaco, Subi local mixologists will concoct their own unique aperitif cocktails for the event including stars of the Subi Hotel, Dilly Dally, Juanitas, Your Local, Bark, Restaurant Caleb and Spirit of Little Things distillery.

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Karen From Finance

What’s on at the Regal?

MARTY SHEARGOLD | 5 March Don’t miss the opportunity to laugh live with Marty Sheargold, the star of the Triple M Network in an encore performance of his sold out tour.

MAMMA MIA! | 25-27 March Featuring the smash hit songs of ABBA, including ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘The Winner Takes It All’ and ‘Voulez Vous’, this uplifting story of love and friendship is perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

WORLD OF MUSICALS | 2-3 April “ALL THE HIT SONGS IN ONE SHOW ” is the quintessential takeaway from this musical concert gala. Perfect for the entire family.

LAWRENCE MOONEY: BEAUTY | 29-30 April Lawrence Mooney is back with a new show having stepped out from behind Malcolm Turnbull and into the light of a brave new world.

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Last year’s very successful - and photogenic - Subi Blooms activation is taking place again this year across the Mother’s Day weekend (6-8 May). You’ll find a collection of floral insallations placed all around Subiaco’s town centre, its landmarks, corners, laneways and at crossroads.

There’s a designated floral trail, especially created for the weekend which will lead you through the town centre, connecting all the blooming installations. Expect an interactive and memorable experience which will inspire you with unexpectedly beautiful encounters around Subi. Many local businesses will be jumping on the Subi Blooms bandwagon, hosting special events and offerings, designed to entice wandering visitors to stay a while (and take an Insta snap or two.)

the Festival’s funniest international stars, Australian legends and nextbig-things for spectacular night of comedy.

Luke is back on stage, Featuring fellow comedian and Tik Tok bad boy Blake Pavey, this is not one you want to miss. Cheers to that Australia!

NAZEEM HUSSAIN: HUSSAIN THAT? | 6 May Nazeem Hussain has fast become one of the biggest stars of Australian comedy, and a much-loved television and radio personality.

KAREN FROM FINANCE IS OUT OF OFFICE | 14 May Pack your calculators, save your spread sheets and set your automatic email reply because Karen From Finance is heading Out of Office!

She’s hitting the road and she’s hitting it hard. Say goodbye to the 80 hour work week and jump on board the Finance Express for this onewoman journey of self-discovery...and self-annihilation.

MELANIE BRACEWELL: OOH LA LA | 7 May From the moment she took the microphone for the first time, Melanie has been in hot demand, performing regularly in both in Australia and New Zealand.

STEPHEN K AMOS: Before and Laughter | 13-14 May Join Stephen for a beautiful night of fun, laughter and putting the world to rights.

ALICE FRASER: CHRONOS | 13-14 May (Regal Chorus Room) Chronos means time, and this is a show about time for an hour. to front.

LUKE KIDGELL: CHEERS TO THAT! | 15 May

Don’t miss . . .

Two incredible shows from Black Swan Theatre of WA

BARRACKING FOR THE UMPIRE By Andrea Gibbs From the wickedly funny mind of comedienne Andrea Gibbs (ABC Weekend presenter, Barefaced Stories) comes Barracking for the Umpire. The Castle meets The Club in this original family drama that asks us: what are we willing to sacrifice for the great game?

Doug Williams is the greatest footballer Donnybrook has ever seen. Hard as flint. Salt of the earth. Delveen, his wife, has been by his side for years, through head knock after head knock. The club want to honour Doug with a lifetime achievement award, so the kids are all flying home to join the celebration. But the sure hands of this once great player are starting to fumble the ball.

Barracking for the Umpire tackles blokes and their vulnerability, the fragility of the human body, and the impacts of brain injury on ourselves, our family, and our community. Recommended for 12+ Subiaco Arts Centre. 24 March – 10 April at Subiaco Arts Centre. Tickets at bsstc.com.au

ONCE By Enda Walshmusic and Lyrics by Glen Handsard and Markéta Irglová A Dublin bar, a boy, a girl, and two bruised hearts. This international smash hit and eight-time Tony Award-winning musical reminds us of music’s power to connect us all.

With songs from the critically-acclaimed film, including the Oscar-winning song ‘Falling Slowly’, this spellbinding and soaring score will have you enchanted in the headiness of unexpected love.

Once is a modern-day urban love story of a disheartened Irish musician on the verge of giving up, and a piano-playing Czech immigrant who remind each other how to dream. Once is expertly directed by Richard Carroll (Oklahoma!) with musical direction by Victoria Falconer (Oklahoma!) and choreography by Hamilton’s resident director Amy Campbell. Just like good whiskey and rousing Celtic vibes, Once will stir your soul.

Recommended for 12+.

The Regal Theatre. 28 May to 12 June.

Tickets at bsstc.com.au

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GOOD TO

GLOW WORDS | Gail Williams IMAGE | Matt Jelonek

PERTH MIGHT BE known as the City of Light but Subiaco can justifiably lay claim to being the City of Glow, thanks to the handiwork of Justin Magatelli, who has been plying his trade in the suburb since 2011.

Make that the City of LED Glow. What is LED Glow? Some old-timers may remember Subi’s Leadlight Festival.

Well, this is something completely different. LED stands for light emitting diode with products producing light up to 90% more efficiently than incandescent light bulbs.

Justin, whose business – LED Glow Illumination – operates at 290 Hay Street - can tell you more so pop in for a chat.

Residents who are unfamiliar with Justin’s name will certainly be aware of the pretty glowing plant pots, cube seats, floating spheres and bars adding a magical touch to social events throughout the suburb.

If they’ve been to a Nova 93.7 Christmas party they will have marvelled at his inflatable dome tent, queued up at a funky glowing bar and sat on surreal illuminated cubes.

Locals who dined at Murray Gill’s short-lived fish and chippery, Mr Gill’s, would have had their wine served from branded glowing ice coolers and bathed in the light of the white sphere table decorations.

“They didn’t last very long there as the customers souvenired them,” says Justin.

And fans of reality television show Big Brother would have spotted, back in 2012, the glass top martini table which housemates sat around during the eviction process and the glowing

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spheres in the pool – all supplied by Glow.

Justin is the go-to man for event organisers who want to make a distinctive statement with their functions.

The lightweight and resilient products are lit from within by remotely-operated LED lamps designed in Perth that can be set on one colour or fluctuate through many different colours.

The products can be customised with a corporate logo making them ideal for sales promotions, corporate branding or themed events.

LED Glow Illumination was conceived back in 2010 when Justin, a marketing specialist, stayed at the Mira Hotel in Hong Kong and was captivated by the illuminated planter pots in the deluxe outdoor areas.

Thus began an international search for suppliers so the keen home entertainer could add some unique style to his own events.

“I didn’t know where to start but contacts were saying to me “if you find out where can you let us know?” he says.

Eventually he started importing the products from China and the first

three containers that were shipped over were sold before delivery.

“The electricals were designed for us by a company in Balcatta,” he says. “And the plastic compound formula comes from a company in Melbourne.”

Justin will launch a new range of products in February, including large ice buckets for entertaining all year round.

“We will also be offering new solar-powered products such as illuminated pots, outdoor table lamps with built-in Bluetooth smart speakers and festoon lights,” he says.

Over the past decade Justin has been welcomed into the Subiaco business community “Many challenges in Perth have affected businesses from thriving,” he says.

“What I now see is many businesses starting to enter or reenter the Subiaco area, especially on Hay Street East. I have found a sense of community among the local businesses in Subiaco. When we opened this store, many came in to congratulate us and wish us luck.”

Visit glowglow.com.au/

Subiaco is full of hidden gems just waiting to be explored From exploring brand new eateries, old favourites that never disappoint, splashing out on some retail therapy or finding your lit-from-within glow, live your best life in Subiaco.

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Emergencies don’t wait for grown-ups And sometimes the only person able to act in an emergency is a child.

We can all do our part to act in times of emergency by making first aid a part of our lives.

St John WA’s free First Aid Focus program teaches school kids first aid so they know what to do if they are ever faced with an emergency.

But 90% of school children miss out on this life-saving skill. It doesn’t have to be this way.

Reach out to us today about how you can help make sure every Western Australian child has access to first aid training.

Angel Robins 0401 928 261 angelina.robins@stjohnwa.com.au giving.stjohnwa.com.au

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