Editor’s Get it list

Editor’s list

We all love a little luxury now and again, but that doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite luxury items from both sides of the spectrum.

ROCKWEAR ACTIVE GEAR: Australia’s first activewear line, launched on the Gold Coast back in 1991. They have a cult following, and for good reason. Great designs, good quality, yet surprisingly affordable. rockwear.com.au OOGEE FLEXIBRAID HEADWEAR Featuring Flexibraid® technology, ooGee’s stylish range of crushresistant hats maintain their shape making them ideal for travel. Each hat offers UPF50+ sun protection and includes an internal ‘ComfyFit’ headband for a custom fit. Available at oogee.com.au Yango Creek RRP $125 Hunter Creek RRP $120

AFFINITY DIAMONDS: Sourcing the finest quality ethical diamonds to create elegant, tasteful pieces, handcrafted in a Sydney workshop. RRP: From $7000 affinitydiamonds.com.au SAFFRON COLLECTION: This stunning Saffron rug collection makes high-end design affordable for everyone. You can custom colour, shape and size these designs meaning bespoke design is not just a luxury accessible to interior designers! RRP: 1290 designerrugs.com.au

VOYA: Get the luxury spa experience at home with VOYA. As featured in Vogue, Lazy Days seaweed bath is the ultimate way to experience VOYA. Once immersed in a hot bath, seaweed will naturally rehydrate and spring back to life, releasing its soothing and moisturising properties RRP: $45 voyabeauty.com.au HEMP SEED OIL: Enjoy the benefits of hemp seed with this luscious oil, perfect for all skin types. RRP $39.99 khushmountain.com

SLEEPPHONES: featuring a luxuriously soft headband that contains thin removable speakers to play music, audiobooks, meditation, white noise, or talk radio, these are the perfect night time companion. SleepPhones are fully padded with nothing sticking into the ears, making them much more comfortable than other headphones out there. RRP: from $39.95 SleepPhones.com PRÓSPERO TEQUILA is a hand-crafted spirit that offers an unparalleled flavour with a smooth, elegant and perfectly balanced finish. Próspero Tequila is a spirit as unique and original as the women who’ve created it. Available from $70.99 at BWS & Dan Murphy’s PERSONAL FASHION: Threadicated is a luxury service of personal fashion styling for a fraction of the cost you’d expect. Once this exclusive service was reserved for celebrities and millionaires, but now, it’s available for everyone! RRP: $79 threadicated.com.au

BIOSOTA ORGANICS: The Gold Coast’s Biosota Organics factory produces Australia’s rarest and highest-grade organic Manuka honey - the champagne of the honey world. RRP: From $19.95 biosota.com.au

Embracing

‘Otherhood’

For many women, steps to having children is a natural and desired progression, so what happens when life doesn’t match up with your plans? Bernadette Andrews, owner and founder of Embrace Otherhood, shares with us her experience with infertility, letting go of shame and finding satisfaction and happiness with a new perspective.

1. What is ‘Otherhood’ and how did you come up with this term?

I’d been struggling silently with infertility treatments for years and was trying to find connection, but I didn’t know where I fit in. I couldn’t join the mother’s group or the childless by choice group. Otherhood came to me towards the end of doing fertility treatments, when I started thinking about all the other possibilities I do have in my life and the term otherhood felt positive and exciting.

2. Can you share with us a bit about your own infertility journey?

My husband and I started trying for a baby when I was 24, just after we bought our first home - we thought it was the standard next step in life. However, it never happened, not even once. We never got to experience the joy in seeing our positive pregnancy test. We tried everything for the next 10 years, including 7 rounds of IVF. After this time we gradually stopped trying after our last IVF round when I was turning 37. Upon turning 40 my excitement for a baby had completely gone, and I became more excited about all the other things we could do with our life.

3. Tell us about your book, ‘How To Stay

Sane on the Baby Making Train’.

I got the idea to write my book out of frustration, at being asked “So, do you have kids?” This question is very common, but if you’ve gone through infertility it’s hard to answer this quickly without coming across that you chose not to have children. I wanted to share all the things we tried on our journey, with tips I learnt along the way to help others who are going through infertility and are struggling in silence. I wanted to share that even with doing IVF you don’t always end up with the baby, and I want people to know that you have purpose regardless of whether you are a parent or not.

4. What is a key piece of advice you have for women who are facing the reality that they may not end up with the pregnancy and baby they hoped for?

Know that you gave it your all, therefore don’t have any regrets that you didn’t try. Let go of any shame you may be feeling that you couldn’t conceive, sometimes it just doesn’t happen. As uncomfortable as this may sound, really feel your feelings. Know that there are many women who haven’t become mothers, seek them out and connect.

5. Do you feel there is too strong of a narrative that children = satisfaction and happiness?

Definitely! My husband and I both grew up in the traditional family unit, where it was expected that you have children and that you do everything for your children, as that was your purpose in life. However I now believe that real life satisfaction is doing the best you can with your life, practicing selfcare, being kind to yourself and others and giving back in whatever way you can.

6. What does life look like for you today?

My relationship with my husband is strong and we have fun and don’t take things too seriously. Because we’ve been through the many ups and downs of infertility, life now feels great as we’re not trying to push something that just didn’t work for us. We have our adult niece living with us so that she can save for her own house deposit, which is nice to be able to see her growth in adulthood. I’m excited to continue sharing awareness for otherhood, and am about to write a new book which will be a collection of stories from other women who are embracing otherhood.

Infertility Insights

Expert advice from Dr Michael Flynn, Fertility Specialist with Queensland Fertility Group.

1. How do you know when it’s the right time to stop or pause treatments?

Everyone has individual expectations and circumstances - there have been times when I personally would not have progressed further, but the patient has chosen to continue, and some women eventually do get pregnant. It is very important to always be up front with what I think chances are, so that couples make an informed decision.

2. What other support should women seek when coming to terms with the possibility that they may not have children?

At Queensland Fertility Group we offer counselling support to all of our patients at no additional cost. Each person has individual ways of coming to terms. Experienced counsellors, nursing staff and having a trusted fertility specialist who can guide them through this are invaluable, but this is never easy.

3. How common is it that women who seek treatment are unsuccessful in having a child?

Success varies with age, and so it is more common to see this difficult time with women who have delayed childbearing – whether due to lifestyle, work or perhaps they found their special someone a little later in life. Even at its most successful (women in their 20’s), IVF rates approach 60% so there is never a time when you can guarantee pregnancy.

4. How do you balance encouraging a hopefulness with reality?

The best thing I can do for my patients is to be truthful and realistic, and never give false hope. Then the patient is in charge and making all the decisions. No matter how much you prepare, it is always a big blow if this time the test is negative. So surround yourself with support and care from friends, family, and your trusted fertility team.

Great ideas for Dad

We all know that Mothers are our favourites but here are some cool ideas for Dads on their special day

ZYTHO BREWING: THE BEER LOVERS COLLECTION - 8 PACK A zythophile is a lover of all things beer, hence the Zytho Collection! From the award-winning Zytho Brewing, this gift pack showcases a variety of beers that are the product of passion. Featuring the Zesty Pale Ale, Tropical Haze, IPA, Velvet Luxe Stout and unique Hemp IPA, this collection is for the dads that like the classics but also like trying something new. RRP $30 from BWS and Dan Murphy’s.

BELKIN BOOST CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe. Let Dad fast charge all of his Apple essentials with this powerful but sleek 3-in-1 charging pad, delivering fast magnetic charging for Apple Watch Series 7 and iPhone 12/13. RRP $229.95 Belkin.com/au, The Good Guys, Myer, Amazon

CRICUT MAKER For the dad who dominates the world of DIY, the Cricut Maker is one of the most versatile gifts you can give. It is a Smart Cutting Machine that works with a simple app called Design Space - simply create your design, send it to the Maker and watch it go! RRP $649 Available at leading retailers via cricut.com/en_au

ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 PLUS Led by its modern Jacob Jensen industrial design, the latest DEEBOT X1 PLUS is ECOVACS’ top-of-the line cleaning system with incredible suction and advanced mopping. It features its own YIKO voice assistant, auto-empty station, air freshener capsule and advanced obstacle detection technology. RRP $1,899 Stockists: JB HI-FI, GODFREYS, BING LEE DYNABOOK’S TECRA A40 A high-performance laptop for remoteworking professionals. Weighing 1.45kg, it includes a 14-inch display and enterprisegrade security. RRP$1,235 TEAM IT WITH - DYNABOOK’S THUNDERBOLT™ 4 DOCK to help keep dad connected to external devices whilst managing cables and desk clutter. RRP$429 anz.dynabook.com COBRAM ESTATE - EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL - ULTRA PREMIUM HOJIBLANCA There is now even more reason to seek out Australia’s most loved extra virgin olive oil brand. Ultra Premium Hojiblanca is a Spanish olive variety from Lucena, Spain, boasting unique delicate aromas, with harmonious flavours on the palate. Best enjoyed fresh, it is ideal for risotto, seafood and chicken dishes, dipping bread and as a healthy replacement for butter. 500ml RRP. $23.00 cobramestate.com.au

EMU AUSTRALIA - Australian sheepskin boots and slippers for all seasons. Platinum Outback Lo $199.95 emuaustralia.com.au

VITRUVIAN TRAINER+ If your dad loves tech and working out, spoil him. The Vitruvian Trainer+ acts as a full gym and a spotter while their fitness app offers workouts, goal-oriented programs developed by world-class trainers and full workout data history. The Vitruvian Trainer+ will act as both a gym, and a personal trainer to help you stay on track to kick some goals. RRP $3649 vitruvianform.com

OOGEE FLEXIBRAID HEADWEAR The perfect Father’s Day gift for a stylish Dad. Crush resistant and ideal for travel, each hat offers UPF50+ sun protection and includes an internal ‘ComfyFit’ headband for a custom fit. Hunter Creek RRP $120 available at oogee.com.au TARGET AUSTRALIA MEN’S BONDI SHORT - Citrus Ensure Dad is beach ready this Father’s Day, the bondi shorts are perfect for everyday wear and great for a swim. The quick drying design and bold pattern make an effortless look for warmer days ahead. With a matching design for Dad’s minis it is the perfect gift this Father’s Day. RRP $20 target.com.au

WILTSHIRE PASTA MACHINE Treat dad to a fun family pasta making night this Father’s Day! The Wilshire Pasta machine helps you create restaurant quality pasta at home. From rolling out to cutting your fresh pasta into different sizes, this pasta machine will bring out the Italian chef in you! RRP $70 Stockists: wiltshire.com.au/pages/stockist

JURA E8 PIANO WHITE Features a new extra shot function, 17 different beverage options and onetouch automatic cleaning with new mini tabs. RRP $2,390 au.jura.com GLEN MORAY 18 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY The pride of their Heritage collection, a special gift for a special dad. Crafted in Speyside Scotland, this intense whisky possesses a perfect structure and balance of soft, warm flavour. Packaged in a luxe navy case, this whisky is a simple, yet thoughtful gift for dads who appreciate the finer things in life. RRP $125.99 available from Dan Murphy’s

EMU AUSTRALIA Australian sheepskin boots and slippers for all seasons. - Platinum Stinger Mini $169.95 emuaustralia.com.au

TCL 30+ The affordable TCL 30+ smartphone gives Dad a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with NXTVISION technology, offering 30% blue light reduction to protect their eyes. RRP $399 Stockists: Harvey Norman, Officeworks, Big W, Target, Mobileciti, Amazon, Dick Smith

RED PADDLE CO - 10’8 RIDE INFLATABLE PADDLE BOARD PACKAGE For an inflatable paddle board that offers super stability and performance, look no further than the 10’8″ Ride. You’ll appreciate the extra stability that comes from its increased volume, especially if you are a slightly larger rider or have a passenger on board (furry friends included). RRP $1,649 red-equipment.com.au

Living My

Best Life

An entrepreneur from a young age, Kat Creasey runs not one but two businesses, as well as wearing multiple other (vintage) hats in her career. Get It Magazine’s Holly Bartter sits down with Kat to dive into her love of all things vintage, managing festivals and farms, and having it all.

Dividing her time between Olive View Estate in Boonah and her events business, Only Good Times Co, vintage queen Kat Creasey has built a life based around her passions, which she started developing at a young age. “My Dad has been restoring classic cars and building hot rods since he was a teenager and his passion rubbed off on me. I have owned a lot of classic cars and caravans over the years and now just have my one pride and joy, a 1964 Ford Falcon lovingly known as the ‘Tiki Wagon’,” Kat tells me. From an affinity for classic cars came an appreciation for vintage makeup, hair and fashion which, Kat shares, wasn’t something she expected. “I have always been somewhat of a tomboy that never knew anything about hair and makeup until a makeup artist did the rockabilly style look on me for the first time and I was hooked.”

“From then on, I would spend hours reading old Women’s Day magazines and learning how to recreate these looks. I had finally found a look that complimented my red hair and fair skin!”

Her presence, personality and drive shine through her festival-hosting business, “mainly centred around food trucks that are able to pop up at any location,” she tells me. “We move the events around each weekend to a new location and travel as far south as Yamba and as far north as Hervey Bay. The classic car element was an easy fit, so we could host two events in one.” “I started making and selling jewellery, and I left high school at age 16 to pursue this. I went to fashion design school where I learnt business, marketing and how to sell online,” Kat recalls, “A light bulb went off where I knew I could use my skills to create my own vintage style jewellery brand - from there ‘My Little Rockabilly’ was born. Thousands of women would log onto Myspace and Facebook to purchase one-off pieces.” When she isn’t running a festival, Kat spends her time at Olive View Estate, her home and a venue which hosts guests, events and weddings, which for Kat, is the realisation of a lifelong goal. “Olive View is my absolute dream. I always wanted to purchase a property with my family where we could grow our own food in rich fertile soil, breathe clean air, have stunnings views and live in a community of inspiring, creative people,” Kat explains, “When we were ready to move from the Gold Coast, we had our eyes set on The Scenic Rim. We have spent the last 2 years reviving the farm and adding our love of vintage styling to the gardens and making it our own.” With lots of demands on her time, Kat is thankful for the loved ones around her that help her balance such a full life. “I have an amazing family and partner that supports my endeavors. Living together and owning the farm together has its challenges but we couldn’t do what we do without the support of each other.” Living authentically in every way, Kat champions the notion of doing what defines you without apology. Before we close out our interview, she tells me, “I worked in a council event job for 6 months and I wasn’t allowed to have anything of color in my office, I wasn’t allowed to dress like I do and I really felt like my creativity dwindled during this time,” she says, “Your mental state of feeling restricted really affects success and creativity. Don’t ever let someone tell you how to be YOU!”

Credit: Moira Heilbronn Photography

Credit: The Creaseys - My parents Jan & Peter with our dog Dominic Photographer ‘River Hazel’

“DON’T EVER LET SOMEONE TELL YOU HOW TO BE YOU!”

Creating memorable in-person experiences has become something of Kat’s signature, with thousands turning out for her events to check out the cars and delicious street food - and where Kat goes, stallholders follow. “I am approached by clubs, pubs, councils and tourism bodies to bring my pop up event to their town,” Kat explains, “the market stall holders are so loyal to me, some have been with me for 10 plus years - we sometimes refer to our traveling show as a circus - one big happy family.” Kat’s skills in making things happen echo back to her young years, where she started her very first business at just age 12.

Brazilian beauty buzz

comes to the Gold Coast

In a luxe clinic on Main Beach, Juliana Medina’s clients are discovering the secrets of a Brazilian detoxing massage therapy.

A young entrepreneur, Juliana opened Australia’s first dedicated clinic for lymphatic drainage massage on the Gold Coast last year. Lymphatic drainage is the beauty buzz of 2022 on social media as everyone from models to actors and influencers began sculpting their bodies with the Brazilian massage and integrating it as part of their health and beauty regime. Juliana, who came to the Gold Coast in 2016 to attend Bond University, was a physiotherapist in Brazil and she quickly saw the potential to use her qualifications and experience with the technique. “Most people have heard about lymphatic drainage massage through social media and they want to see aesthetic benefits because it reduces bloating and fluid retention,” she said. “Through a special light massage, we detox and de-stress by stimulating the lymph nodes to encourage drainage and remove toxins naturally from the body. “They might come to us first for aesthetic reasons because they have heard about the body sculpting benefits, but they keep coming back because of the overall health benefits. It can completely change someone’s life.

“Patients and clients come to me from all backgrounds and ages and with all kinds of stresses, whether they are suffering from IBS, fluid retention, feeling lethargic, have skin problems or have hormonal issues.” While Juliana treats younger men and women regularly, she is keen to encourage mature locals to visit the clinic. “More mature people, especially those with lymphoedema, can find benefits from my massage. I also see clients post-surgery who need relief from various symptoms,” she said. “It doesn’t matter how big or small the results are that they’re trying to achieve, they are always so grateful which drives me to continuously look at ways to develop our treatments.” Juliana has continued to refine the traditional Brazilian technique and has developed her own signature massage which starts with a magnesium body wrap and an infrared sauna. “Getting the infrared sauna before your lymphatic drainage massage means you are relaxed and your body will be warm and receptive. The detoxification process will already have begun and cortisol levels and blood pressure will have already come down.” She says clients can’t believe the transformation: “During the massage, I stop so they can see the difference and one side will be slimmer and one puffy and people usually are blown away at the difference and how much excess fluid can be removed.” Appointments can be made directly with Lymph4You and there is no requirement to commit for a course. “Everyone client is different, and we leave it up to you to decide how often you need treatment,” Juliana said. For appointments and more information: www.lymphforyou.com Unit 2, 6 Tedder Avenue, Main Beach. P 0410 304 644

Get rid of your COVID stress face

and freshen up for Spring

Dr Vivek Eranki

According to Dr Eranki, CEO of multi award winning national Cosmetique Cosmetic Clinics, while there is no substitute for a good diet, exercise and a good skin management regime, there are some things you can do cosmetically to help the face look younger and fresher– but you need to start now.

“Non-surgical treatments such as injectables are safe and easy to undertake and deliver almost instant results,” Dr Eranki said.

Dr Eranki has outlined his top tips on what type of treatments are ideal for brides on their big day.

1. Fat dissolving injections

“Fat dissolving injections are an excellent way to freshen up the face and create a fitter and more healthier looking profile. They are administered to reduce the fat under the chin and to help redefine the jaw line,” Dr Eranki said.

“We simply map out the fat pocket under the chin, apply a nerve block to ensure a painless procedure and the treatment itself only takes around 10 – 15 minutes in total. “Fat dissolving injections effectively eliminate your double chin without surgery in a matter of weeks. Patients see results very quickly and feel and look younger with a more structured and defined jaw line. “Because the injections permanently remove the fat cells, fat doesn’t return to the area. This is a very popular treatment for women who want to achieve a nice jaw line and elongated looking neck.”

2. Dermal filler

“Dermal fillers are versatile and can be used to enhance your facial features with a completely natural substance that achieves a visibly long-lasting aesthetic result,” Dr Eranki said.

“We usually refer to dermal fillers as liquid facelift treatments as they provide almost instant results. Most women undertake dermal filler treatments to augment the cheeks and jaw line. The treatment can be undertaken in a matter of 30 minutes and delivers instant results that continue to improve over time. “The skin looks smooth, uplifted, rejuvenated and more youthful. This is also a popular treatment for brides as it helps to plump up cheeks, remove lines and create a glowing fresh younger look.”

3. Wrinkle relaxers

“Wipe away years of lines in an instant. Antiwrinkle injections, also known as wrinkle relaxers, work to stop the formation of wrinkles by temporarily blocking the nerve signals that control muscle movement,” Dr Eranki added.

“These injections can be applied in a number of areas around the face to address forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines and bunny lines around the hose. The decreased movement in the muscle reduces stress on the skin, giving you a fresher and younger appearance. “Within a matter of days, the face looks refreshed and more supple. The key is to ensure you achieve the right amount of wrinkle relaxers for your big day. You want to look younger and more revitalised while also still looking very natural.”

4. Lip filler

“Lip enhancement with injectable fillers is a simple process performed painlessly under a surgical aseptic technique. We anaesthetise the lips and surrounding areas and then enhance the lips so that they are proportional to the rest of the face. The procedure only takes 30 minutes in total. “Using premium and ultra premium lip fillers, create naturally plump looking lips that deliver enhanced definition and a younger appearance.

5. Brow lift

“A brow lift is an extremely popular treatment and delivers significant improvements to the youthful look of the face. It works by changing the tension of the muscle that closes the eye, creating a natural lifting effect. The eyes look brighter and the face looks considerably younger,” Dr Eranki explained. “Most women opt for a brow that is both full and arched. While ageing is part of natural life, we do not enjoy looking old, so this procedure can really help you tighten up the eye area, which is one of the first places in your face to show the signs of ageing. With just a few subtle improvements, a more youthful and relaxed looking face can be created.”

Are Personal Trainers worth it?

It is amazing how many people call around to different fitness businesses trying to find out prices so they can compare them.

Taking care of your body and your health shouldn’t be a luxury, it should be something you do no matter what. But unfortunately, that isn’t the reality for most Australians. What really upsets me more than anything when I ask new people if they are currently exercising is their common response: “no… but I have a gym membership!” The issue I have with gym memberships is if you join for 12 months there are four possible outcomes: 1. You get lots of use out of the gym and the $1000 you spent gave you great value.

2. You use the gym here and there (the average is about 20 workouts over the year). Do the maths… you paid $50 a workout! You can get a Personal Trainer for that.

3. You use the gym hard core for the first two weeks, get distracted/ unmotivated/cold/intimidated by the singlet crowd, and you don’t use it for the other 50 weeks of the year. That’s $100 per workout! 4. You join the gym, get a personal trainer, prepay for 10 sessions… get so sore and busted from your first workout that you would rather visit your dentist for a wisdom tooth extraction than see that sadistic bastard with the tight buns and perfect hair who tortured you for enjoyment ever again! You just spent $750 a session!

5. I know I said four, but every now and then people have joined a gym and prior to the end of their 12 months, the gym closes its doors and packs up shop and you are left with a membership to a carpark. Some people get great use out of their gym membership (on average about 30 per cent of the members), however four of these five outcomes are bad… and the trouble is, you might have saved $50 by not going to a more boutique and high service facility but it has cost you even more in the end. And that’s not to mention what you get out of it.

Are you paying for a workout or a result?

When it comes to deciding where you will go it is important to decide what you want to get out of joining a gym/personal training studio. Are you paying for an exercise session? I think if you are, the workout needs to be much higher quality than what you could ever do on your own or that you are getting super specialised exercises that only a professional could give you. If you are paying for a result, it is important to work out what exactly what that is, and what is going to get you that result. If you think all it takes is 30 minutes or an hour of exercise here or there to get a result you are not seeing the whole picture. What you do in your week when you are not working out (the other 167 hours) has a massive influence over your result.

A few things your trainer should be doing:

1. Measuring. If you aren’t actually tracking and measuring results, it is impossible to see if you are making progress. Feeling better and looser clothes are great, but your trainer should be able to give you some hard evidence that what you are doing with them is working. 2. You should be following a planned out program that is repeatable. An old trick average trainers use to confuse you is variety. If you never do the same workout how do you know you have improved? It is definitely advisable to change up your workouts but changing the session every week is the easiest way to hide the lack of results. I recommend changing the workout monthly, that way you have four weeks to build on each time.

3. Helping you keep focused during the week. Awesome trainers set you homework, follow up on your actions, check in on you between sessions, stalk you on Facebook (anything to keep you on track!) and ask you about your week. We have an amazing app that tracks what you are doing with your food and exercise and makes it super easy to get results, all you have to do is open the app and follow todays program! 4. Guarantee your results! If your trainer sits down with you and you set a goal to lose 9 kilos over the next 9 weeks, then she gives you the list of what to do and designs your workout plan, measures where you are at and says “if you follow this plan you will succeed”, and then you follow that plan diligently and only lose 4 kilos… we believe they should give your money back. You paid for their advice; they didn’t deliver… easy. So next time you are making a decision about your health and wellbeing, remember… the cheapest often can be the nastiest and may result in being the most expensive tag on your key chain.

Bundall Studio ph: 5538 4788 Southport Studio ph: 5679 2235 visionpersonaltraining.com

Destination:Inverell

Tucked in a valley by New South Wales’ Macintyre River, Inverell (also known as the Sapphire City) boasts a pioneer history, established gemstone production and a bounty of discovery, dining, and historical experiences to be enjoyed.

Perfect for a weekend getaway or a longer stay to truly unwind, Inverell is a must-visit for boutique shopping, outdoor adventures, dining and much more. As its nickname suggests, Inverell is known for stunning sapphires, quartz crystals and other gemstones. Feeling handy? At Inverell, you’ll get the chance to fossick for your very own fortune whilst taking in the sights and sounds of scenic surrounds to a tranquil backdrop of Australian country. Dive into Inverell’s rich history at one of its many heritage sites, like Inverell Heritage Self-Guided Tour, Inverell Pioneer Village, or soak up some creations at Inverell Art Gallery. Inverell is also home to several memorials including the Myall Creek Memorial, the Kurrajong Memorial and the Inverell and District Bicentennial Memorial, where you can take a quiet moment to learn and reflect. Or, stretch your legs along the 5k WWII memorial walk finishing up at Lake Inverell and take in the natural beauty and history at your own pace. The incredible birdlife is breathtaking. If you’ve got retail therapy on the mind, start at Billabong Blue Sapphires, where you’ll find everything from rough stones to finished products - the perfect souvenir to remember your trip by. Eclectic House and Vivier Boutique offer a wide range of women’s clothing and accessories. Setting out to get active? Try your hand at Inverell Paintball, get competitive (or play just for fun) with some bowling at Tenpin Inverell, or cool down on the water with Joey’s Kayaking Tours. You’re sure to work up an appetite touring Inverell, and there’s something on the menu for everyone. Enjoy a range of hot meals at the Road House B-76, grab and go with a freshly-baked snack from Macintyre Hot Bread or LB Hot Bread Bakery, or take your time over a well-deserved coffee at Fill Coffee or Hey Joe Espresso Bar. From family-friendly accommodation to a romantic weekend away, Inverell provides a place to stay for every budget and travel style. Looking for a little opulence? The Blair Athol Boutique Hotel and Day Spa is for you - set on a glorious 54 acres. Or, a range of caravan parks like Inverell Caravan Park that deliver a quiet location with ensuite powered sites, air conditioned cabins and a pool - furry friends are welcome of course! For the campers, Copeton Dam offers activities with great water views. For those planning ahead, don’t miss out on Brighter Access Sapphire City Festival held each October, with a host of activities including a flower show, festival parade, fireworks, race meeting, art competition and more - the perfect month to visit for a taste of the very best of Inverell. With so much to see and do just half a day’s drive from the Gold Coast, a trip to Inverell is an idyllic way to explore more of NSW - so hit the road and set your sights on our very own Sapphire City.

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