Gold Coast Panache Magazine Autumn 2022

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16 Cover Story Courtney Hancock 19 Skool Daze – Prominent Gold Coasters talk about school days 22 Snap Happy – Gold Coasters snapped with celebrities 34 Homeward Bound

Fashion 26 Designing Woman Lisa Brown 28 Hats are back 29 Autumn Fashion 36 Fitness - Autumn Active 42 Jewellery – 5th Avenue, Ti Amo 62 For Him – Latest fashion items for our men

Reviews 47 Apps for a better life 48 Books – Hottest new releases

News & Views

90 Gold Stars – Resplendence, Amanda Abote & Steve Titmus 92 Business – Time to take stock of your finances!

94 Legal – What is a will?

96 Passionate People 98 Born and Bred – Ben Hannant

Lifestyle

44 Drinks – Shake it till you make it 62 Recipes – Dinner Express 64 Recipes – Rebel Homemaker 66 Recipes – Around the Kitchen Table 68 Recipes – The Comfort Bake 84 Reno - Creating Beauty on a budget 86 Health - WLSA 102 Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty Property Feature 112 Princess Yachts All Aboard Princess V50 114 Motoring – Gold Coast Land Rover – The Fab Five

48 Movie – What’s on at Event Cinemas

Every Issue

52 JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa – Discover paradise in the heart of Surfers Paradise

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Dining

24 Best Dressed – Lily Goodare

70 Discover dining Gold Coast Style

Beauty & Wellness 38 Beauty Buzz – New beauty products to add to your daily routine 41 CND Plexigel Colour Builder 76 Hair Heroes – Shimmer and Shine 10 GOLD COAST • PANACHE Magazine

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Editor’s Letter – Welcome to the Autumn issue

50 Giveaways – Great prizes up for grabs!

100 Horoscope and Astrology with Nellie McKinley 110 Wedding Feature - Natalie Radich and Chris Brandenburg 118 Socials – Were you snapped?

127 Damien Anthony Rossi Paspaley VIP Event 128 Last word –Simon Bennett

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THE TEAM

Welcome

It is almost hard to believe that this is our third issue. Since the spectacular launch of Gold Coast Panache Magazine at the JW Marriott Resort and Spa in late July last year I have been inundated with messages of congratulations and support. Yes, I think this is the premier lifestyle magazine in Queensland but the team and I are constantly striving to add great content and are continuing to improve. It is fun, bright and beautiful just the way I like it.

COVER: Courtney Hancock. Photographer- Luke Marsden, Makeup- Erica Coffey, Hair- Laura-Maverick hair salon PUBLISHER AND EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Kate Bennett GRAPHIC DESIGN Panache Design Co

This year we we able to sit down and talk to the beautiful and inspirational Courtney Hancock for our cover story. One of the premier athletes in Australia, she is a champion in and out of the water. Determined and focussed when she is racing and training but away from her sport she is a woman who loves to dress up or kick back with friends and family. We are also super excited about her engagement to Nick after six years of dating – we offer our congratulations. There are also wonderful recipes, flashy socials, car and boat reviews, top real estate from Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, what is new at JW Marriott Resort and Spa plus a mix of fun and informative articles for you to enjoy.

CONTRIBUTORS Peter Flowers • Karen Phillips • Kristy Mehrtens • Amanda Abate • Cindy Butler • Liz Clift • Felicity Cohen • Nellie McKinley • Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty • JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa • Princess Yachts • Gold Coast Land Rover • Simon Bennett • Sonia Stradiotto • Damien Anthony Rossi • Flaunter • Courtney Hancock • Pat Cheine • Lilly Goodroe • Ben Hannant • Lisa Brown • Deb Kells - Roach • Riely Saville • Kath Rose • Elizabeth Austin • Kim Bouke • Melissa Gilbert • Sonya Driver • Ferry Road Market • Jacqui Latimer • Karen Smith • Sandy Shields Bell • Jeanette Lee • Tanya Driscoll • Cassandra Stephens • Jeni Bone

Like so many our life has also been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Gold Coast is by nature an entrepreneurial city but the devastation that is happening across our tourism sector is heart-breaking. Good people are struggling to cope both financially and mentally so I am asking, if you are able, to please get out and support a local business. I did test positive as did Bailey our son but my husband Simon and daughter Zoe thankfully were able to avoid the disease. Given the importance of Simon’s work at OMB Solicitors, he isolated from my isolation to ensure he was able to continue his legal duties. The symptoms Bailey and I had were quite mild – headache, runny nose, and a sore throat – so it was more than bearable. I feel so very sorry for anyone who has had members of the family or friends die because of this virus. My mother Gloria is in the high risk category so we were very careful to keep her as safe as possible and away from big crowds or places we deemed may be unsafe. As a family we are undergoing some changes.

Bailey finally got to have his TSS formal after three cancelled attempts. He has been accepted into Bond University to study for a law degree and he is incredibly proud that he will get the chance to follow in Simon’s footsteps.

He also has a ready-made tutor at home to help with any difficult parts of his studies. Zoe is in her second last year at her new school. The change in her outlook both academically and emotionally has been enormous. It was a tough decision to make the switch but it has paid off for her which is such a relief for all of us. She is so much happier and settled. Her hope is to go on and study medicine but there is a lot of work to be done to get to that level however, I know she can do it. As a family we were able to enjoy some time at our holiday home in Pottsville over the Christmas/New Year break.

It is always a special time for us and we get to create new and fabulous memories which we will always treasure.

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I wish you and yours a fabulous 2022 and as my Dad always said, “Look up, always. Look back, never.”

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KAREN PHILLIPS A home grown local who is doing more than her share to improve the lives of those in need in the community.

How did growing up in Coolangatta/ Tweed Heads shape you?

It really was an idyllic lifestyle growing up a couple of streets from Greenmount Beach, summers spent at the beach and being involved in the local community endeavours. Having grown up locally, I am immensely proud of our region and the mature city that we are becoming. My first job was at the legendary Coolangatta Pie Shop. I was only 14 and pretended to be 15 so I could work the weekends to save for my Rotary student exchange scholarship to Canada. I learnt an immense amount about customer service and good oldfashioned values from their management.

You famously entered Miss Lady Finger in the Tweed Banana Festival. Did that give you confidence for your future endeavours?

Being named runner up in the Miss Banana Festival gave me enough confidence to include it in my resume when I moved to London, which in turn landed me a fabulous job. Apparently the boss wanted to see what a “Miss Lady Finger” looked like and once I was in the interview, he couldn’t decide between the Oxford graduate and the journalist from Tweed Heads, so he hired us both. I am not sure the title would earn the same brownie points nowadays, but back then applying for a job was a little different.

And yes, I still have my sash!

You’ve worked on some large scale projects both here and overseas. List some of those experiences and what you learnt?

In launching major hotels, integrated golf resort developments and commercial projects both in Australia and overseas, there have been many highlights. For me having worked with visionary and inspiring trailblazers that realised their ginormous dreams has been very rewarding. To drive past Royal Pines Resort or the Oracle at Broadbeach all these years on, I feel immense pride knowing the original vision behind their success.

Your Early Risers Women in Business organisation has been a long running success. How did it start?

As Australia’s longest running business women’s breakfast series, next year will be our 30th anniversary. We’ve featured over 850 celebrities, titans of business and sporting legends and most importantly, the events have raised well over $2million for local charities. I originally managed a breakfast club for Southern Pacific Hotels

for many years. After they ceased hosting it, I didn’t want that essential fundraising for local charities and all-important networking for women in business to end.

I took a giant leap and launched my own program and with the support of partners like Southern Cross Austereo and the Bulletin, here we are almost 30 years on!

You’ve hosted some amazing guest speakers at those breakfasts. Who are some of the more memorable and were there any behind the scenes disasters?

The awe-inspiring Jane Fonda was a stand-out. We produced the largest event for her world book tour. Over 1,300 guests gave her a standing ovation as we walked into the sold-out convention centre auditorium - it was a real goose bump moment. Jane loved the experience so much she asked her tour manager if she could stay on the Coast longer. I still have people come up to me and say how remarkable that event was, which makes me very proud. Olivia Newton-John OAM was spectacular as was Ita Buttrose AC, OBM and Dame Quentin Bryce AD, CVO and so many others. And yes, there have been some backstage antics over the years, but a professional never tells!!

You were named Gold Coast Citizen of the Year – what did that mean to you?

I was incredibly honoured to receive this unexpected recognition. It has been such a humbling experience and has provided me with a greater opportunity to share the importance of ‘giving back’ to different audiences.

Talk about your involvement with Vinnies CEO Sleep out as a Founding Ambassador. How did it start and has it changed your outlook?

Even in the current turbulent times, the Vinnies Gold Coast CEO Sleep Out was the number one charity event staged on the Gold Coast last year raising a whopping $656,561 for our homeless. It is remarkable to witness captains of industry and the community step up for this importance cause each year. Homelessness is on the rise, especially in the teenage and older women segments, and by sleeping rough for one night it shines an enormous light on this escalating issue while funding solutions for homelessness.

Your corporate work used to take you around Australia before Covid. Are things picking up again?

While many of my national and international speaking engagements

shifted online, live and hybrid conferences and events are back this year which is very exciting to see. For me this extraordinary time has provided the opportunity to review key business anchors. Being agile and open to new opportunities has certainly been vital.

You had a very bad fall when you were overseas many years ago which dramatically affected your life and health.

How have you managed to get back on track?

Having that near death experience in Bali certainly blew the wind out of my sails. It changed a lot of things for me physically, like not being able to have any pressure put on my back, to no hugs and not being able to wear a bra for a number of years (which some might see as a good thing). I thank my lucky stars it wasn’t worse, just a millimetre and it would have been a very different story.

Biggest influence/mentor on your career?

My first client Greg Cox from Southern Pacific Hotels had a significant influence on my early business career. His wise counsel assisted me greatly, considering I was only 27 when I launched my corporate communications company. I have learned to ask for advice when needed from those with smarter business heads than mine and have received great lessons from wise and wily leaders over the years.

Favourite way to relax away from work?

Taking a long forest walk is one of my favourite weekend pastimes, or a ‘green bath’ as it has become known. Nature is such a wonderfully restorative linctus.

Karexn

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EVENTS CALENDAR

Check out some of the latest events coming soon on the Gold Coast.

14th March Don't miss the Bridge Over Troubled Dreams Tour, featuring all of the hits from one of Australia's favourite entertainers - the exceptionally talented Delta Goodrem with special guest Sheppard. Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre from 8pm.

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19th March

Red Boot Race Day all proceeds proudly support Ronald McDonald House Charities SEQ sponsored by 5th Avenue Jewellers.

Gold Coast Turf Club shelley@moonlightingconnects.com.au

12th – 19th March – Storyfest Writers Festival at Somerset College www.storyfest.com.au

19th March

Gold Coast Titans first home game versus New Zealand Warriors at CBUS Super Stadium at 2pm www.titans.com.au

19th March – Dîner en Blanc is a large-scale chic pop-up picnic that takes place in a secret location, revealed to guests at the very last minute. Guests dress elegantly in white only. 1200 guests will enjoy gourmet food delicious wine and great company before dancing the night away under the stars www.goldcoast.dinerenblanc.com

25th 26th March

Sunset Sunflower Dinner set amongst 400,000 sunflowers at Scenic Rim flower farm, 56 Warumkarie Rd, Kalbar kalbarsunflowers.com.au

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30th April

Ministry of Sound Classical at HOTA, Bundall from 4.30pm tickets.hota.com.au

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2nd – 10th April – AUSSIES 2022. Australian Surf

26th March Gold Coast Suns first home game for 2022 season versus Melbourne Demons at Metricon Stadium at 7pm www.goldcoastfc.com.auu 13th May – ARIA Award-Winning Superstar Guy Sebastian’s Australian T.R.U.T.H Tour at GCCEC, Broadbeach www.viagogo.com

Lifesaving Championships Broadbeach, Kurrawa and North Kirra SLSC. The Aussies is an annual event where members from Australia's 314 Surf Clubs come together to compete in more than 480 beach and ocean events. www.sls.com.au

16th April – Multi- ARIA award winning singer, actress and Voice Coach Jessica Mauboy in ‘The Boss Lady’ tour at The Star from 6.30pm, Broadbeach www.star.com.au 24th April – 7 News Gold Coast Running Festival at Robina’s Cbus Super Stadium features a 21km, 10km, 5km, 2.5km and 1km fun run event for individuals, groups and families www.theeventcrew.com.au 30th April – Effie – ‘Better Out Than In’ at Miami Marketta from 7pm tickets.oztix.com.au 19th – 22nd May – The 21st Annual Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival is back bluesonbroadbeach.com

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COVER FEATURE

COURTNEY HANCOCK Photographer- Luke Marsden

COURTZ GOLD A champion in or out of the water, Courtney Hancock talks about life, training, racing and being a better person.

Statistics in sport tell us the basics. Wins, losses and not much else. Nothing about the training, grit and determination in competition nor the highs and lows that affect the athletes. Over her 16 year career Courtney Hancock has won multiple individual and team events including four Australian Surf Swim titles, two Australian Ironwoman and three Kellogg’s NutriGrain Professional Ironwoman Series titles. Add to that her fourth win late last year in what is the Melbourne Cup of her sport - the lung searing, leg burning endurance race that is the Coolangatta Gold. Those highlights never reveal the endless hours of training away from the spotlight. The early morning sessions in or on the water, the gut wrenching gym sessions and the time spent giving her body the chance to recover before doing it all again. Her training and dedication truly epitomises the loneliness of being a long distance athlete.

For Courtney, her path to greatness began at Nippers at her then home club in Sawtell.

“The area has a huge love for surf lifesaving and some incredible athletes come from that area. We lived not far from the club so it was a natural place to hang out, have fun and compete,” said Courtney. “Mum and dad wanted my sisters and I to be safe in the water

so the club was our playground. It probably clicked for me when I was seven and boys and girls would race over a mini course and I would aim to win every time. Some of the boys weren’t too impressed by that,” she giggled.

For someone who is the true definition of a ‘water baby’ there was one event she hated. “Swimming races! I could swim but in a surf race everyone is side by side, head to toe and you always get kicked in the face so I used to hang back and let everyone go past me. I ended up going to the NSW State Titles in the Under 12s and Dad knew my fear of getting hurt.

His solution was very simple – go as fast as possible and get way in front so that they can’t kick or hit me. It worked and I won so that was a defining moment. I continued training and competing and my big breakthrough was at the Aussie

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titles in the Under 16’s Ironwoman. I was still 15 so in some cases the girls were almost two years older. That win was a huge thing for the Sawtell Club which I loved because they were all the people I had grown up around and who were my friends. Money was never a big consideration for me but when I turned professional I won some prizemoney which helped me to train and continue doing what I love.”

Her main idols in her formative years were the legendary Karla Gilbert and Trevor Hendy. “I have been competing at the highest level for 17 years and from a young age they were my idols. I count myself fortunate that we are now good friends.” For most elite athletes what compels them to quit is not competing but training so how does she cope? “In a weird way it’s not too bad because there are four disciplines – swimming, ski, board and running – so you get to do different things all the time. It helps to keep me fresh. I was in great shape before the last Coolangatta Gold but weirdly the first two hours felt terrible. But knew I had done the work and as the ocean is my happy place I pushed through the discomfort and after that I started to feel much better. Overall it was probably the best race I have ever done because of the way I finished.”

Away from her busy life Courtney has done many things. A contestant in 2016 on ‘I’m A Celebrity, Get me Out of Here…’ in South Africa. “My time was short in there but it did teach me the importance of being selfless in such an environment. Treat people around you as you would a family and don’t expect everything to be exactly your way. I’ve also started ‘Courtz Crew’, my on-line mentoring course, which is available to anyone who is interested in achieving their goals. It’s not just for athletes but is more about life balance.

Also at my club, Surfers Paradise, or anywhere I try and be available to help

anyone if they ask me about my training, diet or competing. The aim of the course is to show how being a happy, positive person can have a great influence on those around you. I would have loved to have that opportunity and influence when I was young. Social media has made such a huge difference in how I can be reached too.”

She came to Northcliffe SLSC, which at that stage had the best iron men and women competitors, from her home town of Sawtell and realised immediately that this was different. “There were 10 top competitors in the club and I was the youngest. My sister Bronnie came the next year to join me but I quickly realised that going from Sawtell to Northcliffe, the rivalry was going to be very different. Competition makes you stronger and better but I was really blessed to come from a beautiful family who were always there to support me. Pat O’Keeffe, who passed away five years, was my coach then and he saw potential in me plus he and my father, Richard, got on really well. Three training sessions a day and at that stage I had barely paddled a ski but ended up winning my first Australian AUTUMN • 2022 17

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room. A supreme athlete competing in one of the toughest endurance sports on the planet who has never lost her connection to those around her. An uncompromising competitor who gave her all during every race and training session but once the race was done simply wants to be one of the girls and get out there and have fun. She is that rarest of people – a throwback to an era when competition was fierce but friends were made for life through that same competition.

My Favourites Movie – “How to Lose a Guy in 10 days” – I saw it when I was single and remembered it all.

TV – Sex and the City – I want to have my Carrie Bradshaw moment in a shoe shop.

title at 21. Denis Cotterell worked with me on my swimming while Pat was a tough taskmaster. He never promised anything or gave me a compliment.

Real old school coaching which I didn’t mind because it suited me and made me work harder. He did say something when I was 18 which I still carry with me. He said I was the only person he had ever trained who reminded him of Karla Gilbert. He was everything I could have wanted in a coach. His mantra was that if anyone said anything mean about you it was because they were worried about you. I never cried, got upset or missed a session – I simply wanted to be as good as I could be.”

It’s difficult to get Courtney to give herself any praise for her multiple accomplishments but, when pushed, she gives a thoughtful answer about what makes her such an extraordinary athlete. “Dedication and training hard of course but lots of people have that although I do feel that I have a real connection to the ocean. The biggest thing besides that is I am so grateful for everything – catching a bomb wave, hard training sessions, competing – in essence it is living in the moment.”

Away from the water she loves dressing up and going out. “I don’t have much time for shopping in stores but I’m a demon on-line. Any opportunity to wear heels and I’m there,” she laughed.

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good for my calves. Whatever the occasion I want to be the best version of myself.” That philosophy will also apply to life after competing. “I have quite a few things in mind which I don’t want to reveal as yet but if everything goes to plan I will have a wide variety of interests to keep me occupied. That includes mentoring and training future athletes and helping anyone I can to be a better version of themselves.

Ironwoman racing has been a long, beautiful chapter in my life but I know it has to end at some point so there are things being put in place now.”

Which brings us to her fiancé Nick Buchanan. “We have been together for six years now and just before Christmas he proposed on the beach (where else) and I of course said ‘Yes!’ He is such a beautiful man – tall, dark and handsome – with a great soul. We first met at the Noosa Triathlon Festival and he approached me but I, and every other woman in the room, had already noticed him. He is so humble and has no idea how good looking he is but Nick is my forever. I truly think we were fated to be together and lots of my friends have said the same thing which is lovely to hear.” Wedding plans are still to be finalised but they have found each other and will live happily ever after.

How do you sum up Courtney? Tall, beautiful and with a physical presence, aura and mega-watt smile that fills a

Drink – Amaretto Sour – Amaretto, aromatic bitters, egg white for the froth and fresh lemon juice.

Meal – Chicken Parmy - I am a good Aussie girl.

Coffee shop – This will surprise people but I don’t drink it. I would order a banana smoothie instead.

Dream destination – New York

NOW & THEN

skool DAZE

Attending school and getting an education is an all-important part of shaping us for life’s journey.

We asked some prominent women for their memories from their time in class during those formative years.

Deb Kells-Roach Where did you go to school? For my early education it was Harristown State School and then for my senior years it was Harristown State High School – both of them in Toowoomba.

Favourite subject? A bit of diversity here because I loved Home Economics and Physical Education

Favourite teacher? Mrs. Caldwell Best memory at school? Those sport days when you could pick what you wanted to do and my choice was always roller skating as I used to skate every weekend and loved it.

Academic or sporting achievement? I was not the smartest or fastest but I always tried What did you want to be when you grew up? Hairdresser Is your life now what you expected it to be? I never dreamed of how my life would turn out. I have an amazing career and have just celebrated 25 years in radio with Southern Cross Austereo.

Riely Saville Where Did You Attend School? I moved around a few times but the primary school I spent the most time at was Saint Francis Xavier in Runaway Bay. In high school I went to Trinity Lutheran College for the ballet programme until achieving my dream of being accepted into the prestigious Australian Ballet School at the age of 15. I then packed up and moved to Melbourne to train six days a week.

Favourite subject? English and Drama - I was a real bookworm as a kid and also loved creative writing. And of course always loved being on stage.

Favourite teacher? Mrs. Western - she was an older woman, and very kind. She really believed in me and really wanted me to become a writer but I was too obsessed with ballet.

Did you get any awards? High Distinctions in my Ballet Exams and two scholarships while I was at The Australian Ballet School.

Sports or academic? NO! I just wanted to dance!

What was your friendship group like? In primary school I seemed to stick more to having just one or two close friends but in high school I hung out with a larger group of girls who were all really lovely. Ballet school was a different beast entirely. I was very good so I was often given better roles than my classmates and even those older than me, which resulted in being bullied terribly. Tall poppy syndrome is a very serious and unfortunate issue in Australia.

What did you want to be when you left school? A ballerina.

Is life how you thought it would be or better? Better!! As a child, I really had the blinkers on and I was incredibly disciplined. All I wanted was to be a ballerina and I did it! But what I didn't know was that the world of entertainment is HUGE! And I would go on to have a successful, international career working for companies like Disney, Warner Bros., Universal Studios, Kanye West, Royal Caribbean International, Dracula's Cabaret, Pink Flamingo and much, much more. I got to play all the characters I fantasised about being as a child and now I even get to boss my friends around and create my own shows - just like I used to do in the lounge room but with much bigger audiences.

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Elizabeth Austin

Where did you go to school? I went to Bingara Central School to year 10, and then Warialda High School for years 11 and 12. Love, loved it. I had a special licence to drive a battered up VW to and from school – I lived about 50 minutes away. Man if that VW could tell stories! This is in north western NSW. Bingara is a teeny tiny town of 1000.

Warialda is slightly bigger and has the senior high school.

It’s also home to Crusher Cleal (famous ‘80s footy player) and the Warialda Wombats – the local footie team.

Where did you go to school for primary and senior? Korowa Anglician Girls School, Melbourne, Victoria.

Favourite subject and why? Sport because I was always good at all sport except netball.

Favourite teacher? The Principal as I spent a lot of time in her office.

Best memory at school? Being with my friends.

Favourite subject? English and Geography.

Did you get any awards at school? Yes Sports Captain.

Favourite teacher? My all-time favourite teacher is Mrs Wilson who was my kindy teacher. I can’t remember what I did last week, but I can vividly remember Mrs Wilson being the most wondrous human in my world when I was five years old.

Did you love school and why? Neither loved nor hated it.

Best memory at school? That battered up VW! Also, in Grade 12 I snuck away to watch a Violent Femmes cover band play in a town two hours away, and was underage.

Midway through a set, the lead singer called my name out and I thought BAM, this is my Courtney Cox/Bruce Springfield moment as I pushed my way through the crowd to the stage. Alas, my Dad had called the club and told them to kick me out. It was a spectacular fail on my behalf.

Best friend? Had several. At school we had a close group of 6.

What did you want to be when you left school? Flight Attendant.

Is life how you thought it would be or better? Life is great. I have never spent my life wondering what if. I always achieved what I set out to do.

Academic or sporting achievement? Mmmm, I won a national public speaking competition in Grade 12 – at the national finals we had to run to an op shop to find a blazer at the last minute, our uniform didn’t have one!!!

I was pretty nerdy at school, studied my butt off, and always got better than solid marks. I was utterly tragic on the school sporting field and swam like a rock, but I rode horses competitively and have a few grand champion ribbons I still dig out to relive my glory days.

What did you want to be when you grew up? A vet and I was accepted into Veterinary Science at University but realised I couldn’t put an animal down, even when it was needed, so switched to Communications. Oh, and PS, I still haven’t grown up, so the world remains my shelled prawn!

Is your life now what you expected it to be? Wow – what a question! I really don’t know what I expected life to be like. I know that I am eternally thankful for the life I have – a current husband (Ha! Ha!) who I adore, two incredible kids, three dogs and a circle of bloody stoic brilliant people to call friends. I love what I do, and get to work with truly inspiring and interesting people and places. I also get to help people, raise money when I can, and when possible, stop and let the sun shine on my face. I work super hard, and don’t expect to finish doing so any time soon.

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Kim Bourke Where did you go to school for primary and senior?

St Hilda's School, Southport.

Favourite subject? Accounting.

Favourite teacher? Miss Jolly who was my Science Teacher.

Best memory at school? The friends I made.

Academic or sporting achievement? Sporting - I started the first Equestrian Team at St Hilda's School.

What did you want to be when you left school? My mother tells me when I was little I wanted to be a princess, a mother or a shopkeeper.

Is life how you thought it would be or better? Yes because life is great.

NOW & THEN

Melissa Gilbert Where did you go to school for primary and senior? Both schools are in Brisbane - Albany Hills Primary School and Aspley State High School.

Favourite subject? Mathematics and Art. Favourite teacher? Mrs McInnerney.

Best memory at school? Being with my friends.

Academic or sporting achievement? Academic – I received awards for art and maths.

What did you want to be when you grew up? Lawyer but I switched to banking.

Is your life now what you expected it to be? Yes, but I didn’t expect the hardships along the way. Life has been great mainly and has given me trips overseas, met some amazing people and been able to attend some amazing events. I am very fortunate to be able to have these opportunities. Most of all though the amazing friendships I have made and my beautiful family. I am incredibly grateful and thankful.

Emma Bain Where did you go to school? Faulconbridge Primary School (Blue Mts, NSW. Yrs K-6), Springwood High School (Blue Mts, NSW. Grade 7), Alfred Deakin High School (Canberra, Yrs 8-10), Lake Tuggeranong College (Canberra, Yrs 11-12) .

Favourite subject and why? I had better say English as I’ve made a career out of words! But I was definitely partial to Drama….what 16 year old isn’t?!.

Favourite teacher and why? I had a fantastic English teacher in Year 11, Mr Gannon. He treated all his students with an abundance of respect and allowed us to ask questions and really created a fun atmosphere for learning.

Best memory at school? Addressing the graduating Year 12 class as Student Representative President. It’s a great age for optimism and possibilities, and the crowd was pumped.

Academic or sporting achievement? I was awarded the Caltex Medal in Year 12, recognising all-round academic and sporting achievement. I played water polo all through school, representing at state and national level, culminating in being selected in the Australian School Girls and University teams.

What did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be a news reader, just like Sandra Sully, (who is still professionally aspirational today).

Is your life now what you expected it to be? It’s funny, as you grow older you realise that all the dreams of your younger self really just add up to wanting to be happy. And if that is the measure, then I am grateful to report that life is turning out as hoped.

Jacqui Latimer Where did you go to school for primary and senior?

Timbumburi Public School and Tamworth High School Favourite subject and why? English. I loved reading and writing and the how the written word can describe something so vividly.

Favourite teacher? Mrs Vyner, my senior English teacher, was incredibly supportive and nurturing in her teaching and she taught my favourite subject.

Best memory at school? My friendships particularly with my beautiful friend Karen. Despite living in different states and not seeing each other as much as we’d like, we’re still as close today as we were then.

Academic or sporting achievement? I competed in

dressage throughout my childhood and teenage years. We travelled to competitions nearly every weekend and mostly to Sydney which was a 5-6 hour drive from Tamworth in those days.

At 14, I won NSW dressage champion which as a country kid, was unheard of as typically a city kid would win.

What did you want to be when you left school? A journalist which I became up until I had children. Juggling children and journalism was hard as news never stops and neither do children.

Is life how you thought it would be or better? I would have to say no. Growing up in country NSW, I never expected to be living on the Gold Coast. It was always a vacation spot so I’m thrilled this I where I ended up. As much as I had planned to continue with journalism, it wasn’t meant to be. I love marketing and communications, and I have an amazing job with a great company. Most importantly my two beautiful children are my world and I could never have expected to have such amazing children - I’m truly blessed.

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SNAP happy

You’re out and about. Suddenly you are in the presence of a superstar and you ask politely to get a selfie. These are the stories behind some of them. ephens Cassandra St

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Cassandra Stephens and Dylan Alcott – This was a bit of luck because I just happened to be at the Emporium Melbourne and saw Dylan Alcott, the current Australian of the Year, doing an interview outside the Nike store nearby.

I am a huge fan and couldn’t resist asking him for a selfie and he kindly obliged.

Karen Smith and Bill Paxton – This was taken

by Regina King at the premiere of ‘Twister’ at BCC Robina Cinemas in 1997. Bill was a real professional and so easy to work with but my main memory was the after party at Shooters. It was so good. Sadly Bill died in 2017 of a stroke after heart surgery.

Liz Clift and Stephanie Powers – One of those magical things that happen occasionally. I was r Drive a Sony attending the World Cup Polo in Palm Springs and ended up having dinner with Stephanie Powers. She was famous for her role in ‘Hart to Hart’ which she starred in with Robert Wagner. It was a fun night.

Celeste Barber and Sonya Driver – I am the founder of Eco Tan and became friends with Celeste through Instagram. She is amazing how she can get things going and we teamed up to raise money for Rafiki, a charity that supports traumatised children. We managed to raise over $100,000 in three days which was amazing.

We are still friends today.

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CELEBRITY Jeanette Lee Jeanette Lee and Peter Jakubenko with Lionel Richie - We had a back stage pass for the Lionel Richie concert featuring John Farnham. We loved dancing to all the songs.

Especially “All Night Long”!

Fabulous night and Lionel was one amazing human as we ended up partying with the whole family into the night.

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Felicity Cohen

- This picture was taken whilst filming a television movie “Silent Predators” in Oxenford. I was cast as a lady who had moved into a new housing development which was infested with snakes. Harry Hamlin played the Sheriff and Jack Scalia was a property developer and they were the lead actors. Both were incredibly nice and approachable. I had a great conversation with Harry as he had just married Lisa Rinna from Housewives of Beverly Hills. I had always had a crush on Jack Scalia, he was a former Jordache jeans model, and he actually invited me back to the Marriott to have a drink, but I told him “No, that I was happily married!

Alfie Langer and Kristy Mehrtens – We went to Caloundra many years ago on a holiday and ate at Alfie's restaurant on the waterfront there. We were with another family, a friend from university and were having the best time. Alfie was lovely and spent a fair bit of time coming over and hanging with us and joining in. My friend has a wicked sense of humour so it was a fantastic night. I lived in Brisbane when the Broncos won their first premiership and the many finals/ premiership that followed so my mum is a massive Alfie supporter.

I asked if I could have a photo taken to give to her and he was happy to do it.

Felicity Cohen and Janine Allis – I met Janine, the founder of the Boost Juice franchise juggernaut, at a digital marketing conference in Sydney. She was a beautiful and inspiring speaker.

There were some key “gold nuggets” that I took away after listening to her share her own business challenges and successes. What struck me also was that it was shared with a smile and authentic kindness.

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Tanya Driscoll and Deborah Hutton – This was taken when we had our place at Magenta Shores, a Mirvac Development, in 2011. They would hold dinners and the the owners on site would attend. Deborah was the ambassador for the Gourmet Travellers Dinner with Mirvac that’s how we meet her. She was a genuine and lovely lady.

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Winning Magic Millions Fashions of the Field was such a thrill for me. While I do love dressing up and fashion, I originally moved to the Gold Coast from New Zealand four years ago when I turned 18 to study for my commercial pilot’s licence. After I received my citizenship - by descent through my mother - I was able to get a student loan and start as a private pilot. I now have two more CPL examinations and around 80 more flying hours to go. Once I complete my last two exams I can then sit my private licence then work further towards my CPL licence.

My other great love is my sustainable swimwear and active wear label Lunaa Swim. During Covid I took a bit of a break from my flying and focused on my brand, as I was uncertain of the future of flying. It was a dream come true to be able to work on my brand I had started at the age of 16, with hopes of having it made locally and with sustainable fabric.

With Lunaa Swim I decided to create limited product drops to minimise waste and over consumption. Creating quality over quantity is my mantra and products that last without colour damage and loss of elasticity/fit. The biggest lesson that I have learnt is to never give up, there were so many times where I thought, ‘Why am I still trying, what am I doing that is not working?’ I never went to business school, I simply learnt everything myself and everyone that I met I would question their successes and failures so that I could take it on board for my own business. I’ve learnt how to create a website, photograph and video products, edit videos, work with influencers, learn about Facebook and Instagram ads, find a manufacturer that is reliable and local, design my own logo and so much more.

There’s always something new to learn each day, and more ways of improving. The more I’m learning, the better my brand is improving and I get a better understanding of running a small business.

HAT: NEIL GRIGG DRESS: ZIMMERMANN HEELS: LANA WILKINSON HANDBAG: ORIGIN CLUTCH

Photo: Annie Noon of Fotoforce

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I also competed in Miss Universe Australia last year, as I wanted to become a voice for younger people to start speaking up about my past experiences. From that I was asked to become an ambassador and voice for the Stand By U Foundation which supports domestic violence victims in Australia. I was able to promote the importance of feeling safe and speaking up about DV situations. The SBU Foundation have created safety devices to assist adults and children living with DV. Miss Universe Australia helped me to gain more confidence in myself so that I could help others, I ended up placing in the top 12 for which I am really grateful. I made some amazing friends along the way, including one of my closest friends, Thelma Rodriguez. She inspires me so much and taught us to wear our smile with pride, to believe in ourselves and be confident in our own skin.

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About

FASHION

LISA BROWN

Lisa Brown is a person and a label. An Australian owned, Australian made label focused on creating pieces that will be loved for years to come. Driven by intuition and creativity, her designs are individual, feminine and timeless.

All collections are made locally in limited runs, so each garment is one of few. This exclusivity is a result of the measures taken to prioritise ethically conscious practices throughout the entire production process. Slow fashion is the way forward. A sentimentalist at heart, Lisa loves to custom make bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, formal dresses, statement pieces and for other special occasions by request.

HER STORY The eponymous label was born on the Queensland coastline from Lisa’s creative flair in designing for her own wardrobe. Inspired by vintage collectibles, bohemian style, free-flowing fabrics and the unusually beautiful, Lisa was often approached by curious individuals wanting to know where she shopped. Commissioned originally to create one-off pieces for clients, Lisa’s designs were gaining word of mouth acclaim.

In the summer of 2006, she took a leap of faith and launched her namesake label with an exclusive, limited edition collection of original designs. The rest is history. Her designs are now loved by women all over the world.

CONSCIOUS CREATIONS The designs are made in Australia by local machinists who share the same appreciation for beautiful, well-made garments out of responsibly sourced materials. The Lisa Brown label remains one of very few Australian labels to operate in this way.

CELEBRATING WOMEN Most importantly to Lisa, is creating a fashion label that women of all ages, shapes and sizes love to wear. Made by women, for women, Lisa Brown is an ode to unapologetic femininity and strong women everywhere.

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Designing Woman You started in 2006 – what was the reason for taking that first big step?

I started making my own clothes and selling to a small local boutique prior to that although 2006 was a big step for me. I participated in ‘The Source’ at Sydney Fashion Week, which is where I started to increase my wholesale clients. At one point I was supplying 70 stores throughout the country.

You pride yourself on being Australian owned and made. Why do so in the era of offshore everything and have you been amazed at the skill of your artisan machinists?

I love the fact that we can keep the local artisans continuing their craft. I feel some kind of responsibility with the Lisa Brown label to keep this going, however, it is becoming harder and harder to find local manufacturers. I will keep using my skilled local machinists whilst the Lisa Brown label is alive.

Do you have a particular woman in mind when you design?

No one in particular. I feel the label is based more around lifestyle. It has been described as beach to bar attire, but I would like to think the label has evolved and has a few more event pieces now.

Do you have any designers or creatives who have inspired you?

I love Olivier Rousteing’s story. He is such a talent. He started at 18 with Roberto Cavalli and is now the creative director for Balmain, a position he has held since 2011.

Any famous clients that you can mention?

Kate Hudson was here shooting a movie and bought one of my dresses and a necklace from the Tedder Avenue boutique years ago. I’ve also spotted Venus Williams, Kris Jenner and Aussies Delta Goodrem, Dani Minogue and Shelley Craft wearing my brand which gives me a real thrill.

Your clothes are in the main boho/vintage and very individualistic – has the creative process become easier over the years?

To be honest it has become a little harder, so much has been done before and trying to find interesting fabric has become harder during the shutdowns across the globe.

I’m thinking 2022 will be a great year and hoping we all get back to some kind of normal.

Has the rise in online shopping over the past two years changed the way you market your designs?

I had my head in the sand for a while with social media platforms until a few years ago. I have had to employ someone to assist with the marketing and increasing the profile of the label. Instagram and Facebook advertising have increased our online sales significantly. I have downsized the wholesale side of the business since the early days but still have about a dozen loyal stores I supply throughout the country.

Besides footwear, are there plans to expand into other areas?

I am working on a younger label with my daughters which is gratifying and fun.

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HOME

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Spruce up your place with these great design hacks

Zafferano Poldina-Pro Portable Cordless rechargeable and dimmable portable lamp for indoor or outdoor use.

Matt-finish painted aluminium with a polycarbonate diffuser and LED light source.

Battery life is guaranteed for 9 hours. The PRO model has its own lift off rechargeable base with USB cord and plug for easier charging. RRP: $329 www.casaecucina.com.au

The Margot Quilt Cover Set features a stunning floral array, set against a white background which brings out the pastels colours into your bedroom. Made from Cotton, enjoy all year-round and during the warmer months. Add accents of blush and rust to complete the look.

RRP: $149.95 www.pillowtalk.com.au

Brosa Arm Chairs Add a touch of glamorous frivolity to your space with this eye-catching armchair that is all comfort.

The curvaceous form adds a lovely soft contrast with its unique look. Elodie’s gold plated legs add a further accent to an outspoken piece. Available in a variety of shades of Premium Velvet. RRP $624 www.brosa.com.au

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Sheridan Luxury Retreat Towel Stack. The Luxury Retreat towel collection is a true indulgence for your bathroom. Crafted from a finely spun Turkish Cotton pile, this collection offers a deluxe feel that is superior in softness. The incredibly plush hand-feel has a slightly heavier weight to it, creating your spa-like experience at home. RRP: from $35.00 www.sheridan.com.au

The fusion daybed is a beautiful and iconic piece of design furniture, mixing Japanese aesthetics with Danish functionality. The loose pillows can be arranged freely, giving you the opportunity to change the look according to usage situation. RRP $3730 www.brosa.com.au

Zafferano GOTI Tumbler GOTI is mouth blown and handmade by Murano Master Glassblowers. Made using traditional glassmaking techniques such as murrine (glass canes) and silver leaf, each tumbler is a unique piece of art. RRP: $300 a pair www.casaecucina.com.au

HOME Add a little bit of luxe and a whole lot of style to your living spaces with our Emil Ottoman. Available in three on-trend shades, these ottomans are finished in soft corduroy and are the perfect addition for seasonal styling. RRP: $99.95 www.pillowtalk.com.au Rattan style perfection. The Flower Side Table is hand crafted from rattan, inspired by the petals of a flower. With the addition of a functional glass top, the Flower Side Table with style beautifully alongside your sofa or beside the bed.

RRP: $299.95 www.pillowtalk.com.au The sleek design of the Venus Chair is perfect for giving your home a chic, modern makeover! Available in Black or White, with an intricate pattern, there's a lot to love about this chair.

RRP: $179.9 www.pillowtalk.com.au Lugano Wall Mounted Cabinet This sleek, elegant and exclusive Lugano lacquered cabinet will solve all your storage needs without breaking a sweat. RRP: $1519 www.boconcept.com/en-au

RealRooms Shadwick Two Door Metal Locker. Get the perfect storage solution for any room in your house with the SystemBuild Mission District Two Door Metal Locker Storage Cabinet.

Made of powder-coated metal, add a fun pop of colour to any room while the metal makes it easy to clean spills with a damp cloth. RRP: USD $199.9 www.realrooms.com

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OUR TOP PICKS FOR THE MUST HAVE BEAUTY PRODUCTS TO ADD TO YOUR DAILY ROUTINE

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MONAT BE BALANCED™ FOAMY CLEANSER A luxuriously refreshing cleansing foam that draws out impurities from skin while preserving skin's moisture, revealing a brighter, healthierlooking complexion.RRP: $70.00 www.monatglobal.com

With the same antibacterial silicone, SonicGlow™ technology, and four customizable modes as its full-sized predecessors, it's the epitome of great things coming in small packages! The PMD Clean Mini is perfect for travel, or a first cleansing device if you're just getting started with skincare tools! RRP: $99 www.pmdbeauty.com.au

LIPSENSE LipSense is still the number one lip colour for women of all ages and cultures. The LipSense Starter Kit comes with your favourite lip colour, your glossy gloss to keep your lips moist and the Ooops Remover. Available in over 50 standard colours. Starter $74.00/ LipSense colours $34.00 Contact Merrin Robson on 0408 252 030 www.senegence.com

MONAT SKIN REVITALISING ESSENCE The Monat Skin Revitalising essence is a lightweight nurturing water that quickly hydrates and replenishes, giving a smoother, brighter, more radiant complexion to all skin types.RRP: $70.00 www.monatglobal.com

LÜK BEAUTIFOOD, NATURAL LIP SET Soften, renew and prime lips with the new Natural Lip Set by sustainable cosmetics house, Lük Beautifood. Containing the brand’s latest release, the Supergreens Scrub and Vitamin C Nectar, the nourishing cocktail of food-derived ingredients work hard to slough away dead skin cells, promote collagen production and restore the lip’s natural moisture barrier. Paired with Lük Beautifood’s award-winning Lip Nourish lipstick in the shade Tea Rose, the conditioning balmy formula provides long-lasting colour and injects lips with a host of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. $79 RRP www.lukbeautifood.com 38 GOLD COAST • PANACHE Magazine

BEAUTY

PMD SILVERSILK™ HEADBAND Happy, healthy hair with the silversilk™ headband. The perfect way to start and end your day, the silversilk™ headband’s reduced friction material is crafted of real silk and pure silver, meaning no tugging, tangles, or breakage. RRP: $59.00 www.pmdbeauty.com.au

THE MONAT LASH & BROW ENHANCING SERUM The Monat Lash & Brow Enhancing Serum is a high-performance serum formulated with unique ingredients such as Capixyl™, which helps improve the appearance and condition of lashes and brows.

RRP: $93.00 www.monatglobal.com

MONAT SKIN REVITALIZING ESSENCE This ultra-gentle, beneficial lightweight liquid has just the right blend of hydrating, skin-replenishing, and anti-ageing ingredients that smooths and softens for brighter, more radiant skin. RRP: $70.000 www.monatglobal.com

MONAT MAKEUP VANISHING BALM Gently melts into your skin, dissolving stubborn makeup while leaving your skin feeling soft, soothed, nourished, and non-greasy. This balm creates a perfect skin canvas for deep cleansing with your MONAT Skincare Routine. RRP: $96.00 www.monatglobal.com

MANDARIN AND BASIL ORGANIC LIP BALM Soothe and moisturise your lips with this nourishing lip balm, formulated with organic butters, oils and waxes and softly scented with the fresh, herbaceous scent of mandarin and organic basil. $19.95 www.vanessamegan.com

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BEAUTY

GOLD & LIME CAVIAR COCONUT MEMBRANE SHEET MASK Get flawlessly smooth, spot-light ready skin with this next generation sheet mask composed entirely of bio-available ingredients. An eco-friendly alternative to traditional sheet mask fibres, this bio-cellulose coconut membrane mask boasts an unsurpassed ability to retain moisture. The fibres of the coconut membrane fit to the contours of your face like a second skin, offering you superior hydration, adhesion, and ingredient penetration.

Superstar ingredient Colloidal Gold is a potent age preventative known to heal microdamage, increase elasticity, slow collagen depletion, and stimulate cells to help firm skin. RRP: $39.95 www.vanessamegan.com

MONAT 30-SECOND MIRACLE The Monat 30-Second Miracle instantly tightens and smooths the appearance of crow’s feet, fine lines, puffiness, and wrinkles for a refreshed, youthful appearance that lasts for hours. RRP: $138.00 www.monatglobal.com

DAILY HEMP GEL CLEANSER Meet the refreshingly gentle foaming gel cleanser, ideal for a daily gentle cleanse that won't leave the skin dried out or stripped of natural oils. Promises to leave skin cleansed, brighter, purified, calm, moisturised and balanced. RRP: $32.99 www.heybudskincare.com

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HYALURONIC ACID + HEMP SERUM A lightweight powerful serum with Hyaluronic Acid, cucumber and Betaine for a plumped and moisturised skin tone free from signs of premature ageing.

This powerhouse works synergistically with other powerful ingredients that calm irritated skin, banishes lines and dry skin in an instant. RRP: $44.99 www.heybudskincare.com

CND Plexigel Colour Builder

Cindy Butler Nails, Mermaid Waters 0414 531 523

Previously we looked into the CND Plexigel System.

The 4 step process that Bonds, Shapes, Builds and Protects. Now CND have taken this a step further by providing a variety of natural skin tone shades to its nail builder.

Once the nail bonder and shaper has been applied, the builder provides strength, architecture, and moderate/ long length to the natural nail and is now available in a number of natural skin tone shades. These include;

Porcelain | Oat Milk | Soft Blush | Spiced Taffy | Milky Mauve CND Plexigel Builder is a viscous brush-on gel that makes it easier to create longer enhancements that require more apex and architecture.

WHAT IT DOES • Creates strong, clear, lightweight, medium to long enhancements.

• Provides versatile service options; can be used over a tip or a sculpting form for customizable length.

• Repairs broken nails for longer lengths.

• Allows for building an apex and architecture on nails requiring more shape or length transformation.

Now with CND’s colour options there is a Plexigel system to suit everyone.

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JEWELLERY

Nicole Daley Ti Amo means ‘I Love You’ in Italian. For Nicole Daley it is the perfect name for her unique brand of custom made jewellery.

Born into the business is a much overused expression but for Nicole Daley it is an exact description of how she came to be in jewellery. The daughter of Bill and Pamela Hannaford, who founded 5th Avenue Jewellery, she has fond memories of her early years working in the business. “Mum and Dad had the business, along with many other interests, and at the age of five I was answering the phone in the Adelaide store.

From an early age I was fascinated by gem stones, not just diamonds, and really loved the many different colours that occur naturally.”

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After leaving school in 1993, Nicole embarked on a rigorous round of study to learn everything she could about gems and jewellery and became a highly qualified gemmologist. “It is difficult because you constantly have to update your skills and knowledge. If you don’t you can lose your accreditation.” Jewellery was also how she met and married her husband Darren.

“We used to see each other about once or twice a year at conventions around Australia and gradually a friendship ensued. He is also a gemmologist and makes all of our custom pieces in his workshop.” When Nicole came up with the idea of creating her own range of designs, Ti Amo, Darren was the perfect sounding board. The name Ti Amo was chosen by Nicole because it has such special significance. “My father is very romantic and was always leaving gifts and special treats for mother with a card that read ‘Ti Amo.’ Mum is Italian and it means ‘I love you’ in Italian so it simply had to be the name. Every piece is a one-off, designed and manufactured in house so it can never be repeated.

I think about designs all the time and often wake up in the middle of the night with an idea or I’m making dinner and a thought pops into my head. That’s why I always have some paper nearby so I can jot down the thought.”

Most jewellery stores are essentially retailers but it is that bespoke element that enthrals and captivates Nicole and Darren. “We love that creative process and working hand in glove with our customers to create something special for them. Ti Amo is my way of helping couples to express their love, which for me makes the design process so worthwhile.”

Capri on Via Roma, Isle of Capri P: 07 5538 6611 www.5thavenuejewellery.com.au

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DRINKS

SHAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT Great cocktails to create at home

For more than a century, the art of cocktail making has been enlivened by the Cointreau liqueur thanks to its versatility and exceptional sensory qualities. It’s the key ingredient used in over 500 cocktails!

TIPPLE TOPPER StrangeLove has identified the need for a simple, elegant and flavoursome solution to "at home garnishing". There are four flavourful alternatives to making your own beverage garnishes - Smoked Pear, Australian Blood Orange, Salted Lime and Chilli & Lime Spiced Pineapple Wedges.

Tipple Toppers are not just dehydrated fruit. StrangeLove used their beverage formulation experience to add flavour and exotic appeal, making it look like you actually know what you are doing when it comes to curating cocktails. StrangeLove have done all of the hard work for you with no artificial colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives nor added sugar.

AUTUMN MARGARITA Ingredients: •

30mL Cointreau

QUEEN BEE

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50mL Tequila

Ingredients

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20mL Lime

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4 Fresh Strawberries

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60ml Dubliner Whiskey and Honeycomb Liqueur

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1 bar spoon Sugar Syrup

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15ml Fresh lemon juice

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10ml Sugar syrup

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1 tsp Forest Berry Jam

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3 dashes of orange bitters

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Garnish orange twist to add

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Combine all ingredients and and shake with ice.

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Double strain into a chilled Martini glass

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Add garnish and enjoy

Method Rim the glass with some fleur de sel. Combine Cointreau, Tequila, lime and strawberries in a shaker with ice. Muddle it, shake it, strain it and serve it.

Tip: Garnish with mint sprig on the top of your glass to bring some freshness.

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THE DUBLIN MULE Ingredients •

60ml Dubliner Whiskey and Honeycomb Liqueur

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90ml Ginger Beer

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10ml Fresh lime juice

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Lime wedges for garnish

Fill highball glass with fresh, chunky ice. Pour in Dubliner, fresh lime and top with ginger beer. Add lime wedges to garnish and stir.

DRINKS

SINGLE SERVE BOXTAILS Mandatory Spirit Co have just launched their brand new, world-first, single-serve Boxtails.

Adapting the same formula as the 2L Boxtails, these single-serve Boxtails are the first of their kind globally, offering a new truly unique packaging option for RTD cocktails. The singleserve Boxtails are low-calorie at 60 calories per serve, 99% sugar-free and made from real fruit juice and real spirits. Available in 3 delicious flavours: Orange and Pineapple Mai Tai, Strawberry Daiquiri and Passionfruit Martini.

Available to purchase from Amazon, BWS and Dan Murphys.

HOLIDAY MARGARITA Ingredients: •

30mL Cointreau

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60mL Blanco Tequila

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30mL Fresh lime juice

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6 drops Aromatic Bitters

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Top with Rosemary Sprig

Method Combine all ingredients in a shaker and add ice.

Shake and strain into a cinnamon sugar-rimmed coupe glass.

Garnish with rosemary sprig.

BELUGA TINI: Created by Mattia Arnaboldi, A'Mare Restaurant Ingredients: •

75ml Beluga Noble

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15ml Dry Vermouth

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Green Olives

Method: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker Add ice and shake well Pour into a chilled martini glass Served in a Beluga Martini glass and garnish with green olives.

BELUGA ROSE SOUR: Created by Joel Conway and Josh Gruber, Alpha Restaurant Ingredients:

GIN O’CLOCK Gin O’Clock is excited to quench your thirst with three new delicious RTD gin beverages, Timeless G&T, Sugar-Free G&T and Pink Gin & Soda. These tasty tipples are perfect to enjoy at your next picnic or barbecue. All three are available in Dan Murphy's and BWS nationally for $19 a 4 pack.

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60ml Beluga Noble

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30ml Lemon Juice

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20ml Rose Syrup

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30ml Egg White

Method: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker Add ice and shake well Strain back into the shaker Dry shake (no ice) Fine strain into a chilled martini glass Served in a Beluga Martini glass and garnished with mixed dried flowers.

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VIVA VENETO

Discover Ca' di Alte, a winery in Veneto, Italy and explore their most popular wines.

CA' DI ALTE PINOT NERO VENETO

CA' DI ALTE PINOT GRIGIO DELLE VENEZIE

A bouquet that is fruity, intense and elegant with strong notes of violet and red berry. The taste is dry strong and well balanced, 100 percent Pinot Nero, 12.5 percent alcohol, aged for five months in steel and wood and designed for a shelf life of four years. Recommended serving temperature 18-20°C

Pinot Grigio is the perfect wine for our lifestyle. Grown in morainic hills with a soil of calcareous and clayey origin. A pale yellow wine with intense floral scents and fresh, harmonious taste. Aged four months, 13 percent alcohol and with a shelf life of two years. The recommended serving temperature is 12-14°

CA' DI ALTE, PROSECCO SPUMANTE EXTRA DRY NV This Prosecco is a light straw yellow with fine bubbles. A pleasant bouquet with notes of pear and white flowers that follow onto a palate which is bright and clean with a refreshing finish. Handpicked grapes, 11.5 percent alcohol, naturally corked and fully sparkling, this is a wine to savour with friends all year round.

MAKE YOUR DRINK EXPERIENCE Available at Woolworths, Independent Retailers and selected Cafes. For trade enquiries, please contact your local distributor – Global Food & Wine 1300 362 673.

www.sanpellegrino.com/au/en

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APPS FOR A BETTER LIFE BITERITE Whether you’re a mum who wants her family to eat healthier, or you’ve been struggling with your weight, BiteRite is an evidence-based app that’s been developed specifically by a team of dedicated dietitians and nutritionists. Created by accredited sports dietitian Taylor Ryan and mother of three Dani Guy, it gives users access to their own personalised meal plan, hundreds of dietitianapproved recipes, and messaging with a sports dietitian.

EGGY Eggy is designed to get all of of life’s ‘stuff’ in the one place. Don’t break your brain trying to remember where you put things. File away your bills, get appointment reminders and tick off those important o-dos all with the one app.

Trying to keep track of all your paperwork is too hard. Easily sort it all into categories and build your own digital filing cabinet that is easily accessible with one tap.

HINGE Relationships are at the core of everything we do in life. Hinge exists to help find love and this app does that by setting up great dates.

By laying down a platform of solid platforms it helps to establish what matters and why in any relationship. Detailed profiles help you to be picky by sharing all the information that is important to you to help find the best match.

CLEMENTINE Anxiety is everywhere these days and dealing with it is a daily problem for many. Clementine is touted as a fix for the modern woman by a combination of hypnotherapy and boosting confidence to help when it all gets too much.

By no means is it a cure-all but at just five minutes long it is easy to integrate into your daily life to get your life back into balance.

HORMONE HOROSCOPE This app tracks where you are in your menstrual cycle and gives you an insight and advice based on the hormone levels in your body. For example on days when you have more oestrogen it lets you know that it probably isn’t the best day to go shopping.

Perfect for understanding the high and low days in your cycle and helping to understand your body a little bit better.

SKIN MATTERS Designed by skin care expert Joanne Evans, this app explains all you need to know about the ingredients you are applying to your face and body. You enter your age, gender and skin type and the app helps you to find the ingredients and products that are best for your skin type. It explains in simple terms which ingredients are good and which to avoid and why. A beginner’s guide to skin care.

NEXTDOOR With so much movement in the real estate scene of late, people are moving to new neighbourhoods and feeling a little lost.

Nextdoor is specifically framed for people who just moved into their neighbourhoods and are looking to make new friends. It is a private social network exclusively for you and your neighbours, aimed at building stronger connections among people in local areas.

MEETUP Birds of a feather flock together and the quickest way to make new friends is through sharing a similar interest. Meetup is the perfect place to meet new friends, especially if you are looking for people who have the same specific interests as you. For instance, if you like knitting, cooking, or a particular sport, this app can connect you with a friend group you can join to enjoy your.

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BOOKS

THE FURIES

by Mandy Beaumont

Cynthia was just about to turn sixteen when the unthinkable happened. Her mother was taken away by the police, and her father left without a word three months later. After that night, Cynthia began to walk in slow circles outside the family home looking for traces of her sister Mallory – she’s sure that she must be somewhere else now, wherever that is. *Hachette Australia

LOVE MARRIAGE

by by Monica Ali Monica Ali is back with her first novel in a decade.

‘Love Marriage’ is a story about who we are and how we love in today’s Britain – with all the complications and contradictions of life, desire, marriage and family. What starts as a captivating social comedy develops into a heartbreaking and gripping story of two cultures, two families and two people trying to understand one another. *Hachette Australia

THE PARIS BOOKSELLER

by Kerri Maher Sylvia Beach opens an English-language bookshop on the bohemian Left Bank of Paris little realising that she is about to create history. A literary friendship blossoms between she and James Joyce. When Joyce’s controversial novel Ulysses is banned, Sylvia determines to publish it but the success and notoriety of publishing the most infamous book of the century comes at deep personal cost. *Hachette Australia

THE FIELDS

by Erin Young It starts with the body of a young woman found dead in an Iowa cornfield. For Sergeant Riley Fisher, newly promoted to head of investigations at the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office, an already horrific crime takes on a personal edge when she discovers the victim is an old friend. When another body is found, Riley is in danger of being engulfed by the fear and the frenzy. *Hachette Australia

ABANDONED IN DEATH

by J.D. Robb Three young women have gone missing. They’re all pretty, mid-twenties – someone clearly has a type. No one links their disappearances until the first is found lying peacefully on a bench in a children’s playground. She is neatly dressed with a wide, black velvet, ribbon covering where her neck has been precisely slit. Her hands are folded over a childish sign on which is written in black crayon – BAD MOMMY. *Hachette Australia

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LAST RESORT

by Andrew Lipstein

WE LOVE…

Caleb Horowitz’s wildest dreams are about to come true. His manuscript has caught the attention of a literary agent who offers him fame and fortune. He can’t wait for his book to be shopped around to every editor in New York, except one: Avi Dietsch, a college rival and the novel’s ‘inspiration’. When Avi gets his hands on the manuscript, he sees nothing but theft – and opportunity. *Hachette Australia

THE LAST HOUSE ON THE STREET

by Diane Chamberlain

In 1965 a young white female student becomes involved in the fight for civil rights in North Carolina.

She falls in love with one of her fellow activists, a black man, in a time and place where an interracial relationship must be hidden from family, friends and especially the re-emerging Ku Klux Klan. As tensions rise in the town, she realises not everyone is who they appear to be. *Pan Macmillan

THE DARKEST SIN

by D.V. Bishop

MISSING

by Tom Patterson Beautifully written and affecting, this is the true story of a young man caught in a world he can't control and how he finds a way to survive. Missing tells a story of a broken life and a ruptured family but is also a spare and eloquent story of survival that carries a deep humanity. *Allen & Unwin

When Cesare Aldo investigates a report of intruders at a convent in the Renaissance city’s northern quarter, he enters a community divided by bitter rivalries and harbouring dark secrets.

His case becomes far more complicated when a naked man’s body is found deep inside the convent, stabbed more than two dozen times. Unthinkable as it seems, all the evidence suggests one of the nuns must be the killer. *Pan Macmillan

DEAD HORSE GAP

by Lee Christine

When a light plane crashes at night in the midst of the New South Wales Snowy Mountains, Sydney Homicide's two detectives are sent to investigate what immediately looks like foul play.

They uncover a generations-old feud between two local families. Could the bitterness that has been carried through the years have anything to do with the death of the pilot? *Allen & Unwin

HIGH STAKES

by Danielle Steel

Jane Addison is smart, young and ambitious delighted to have landed a job at a prestigious New York literary agency. Jane quickly realizes that there are damaging secrets behind the doors of the agency.

She has the least power, but she is also the least willing to accept things as they are. And when she tries to put things right, the consequences will leave no one unscathed.*Pan Macmillan

OUCH: TALES OF GRAVITY

by: Kate Simpson, illustrated by Andy Hardiman Have you ever wondered how gravity works? Or what life would be like without gravity? Find out in this fun introduction to the idea that what goes up must come down! *Allen & Unwin

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M O VI ES

MOVIES

DOG (M) Release date: 17th March Two former Army Rangers are paired against their will on the road trip of a lifetime. They race down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier's funeral on time. Along the way they drive each other completely crazy, break some laws, and learn to let down their guards.

Starring: Channing Tatum, Jane Adams, Kevin Nash

MORBIUS (CTC) Release Date: 31st March

One of Marvel’s most compelling and conflicted characters comes to the big screen as the enigmatic antihero Michael Morbius.

Dangerously ill with a rare blood disease he attempts a desperate gamble. While at first it seems to be a radical success, a darkness inside him is unleashed. Starring: Jared Leto, Adria Arjona, Matt Smith.

FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE (CTC) Release date: 7th April Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamaenlists help to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission. Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler

THE LOST CITY

(CTC)

Release date: 14th April A reclusive author while on tour promoting her new book with her handsome cover model is kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire.

The model, wanting to prove that he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, sets off to rescue her and they are thrust into an epic jungle adventure. Starring: Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, Daniel Radcliffe

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DR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (CTC)

FOR THE KIDS…

Release date: 5th May The MCU unlocks the Multiverse and pushes its boundaries further than ever before. Journey into the unknown with Doctor Strange, who, with the help of mystical allies both old and new, traverses the mind-bending alternate realities of the Multiverse to confront a mysterious new adversary. Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Elizabeth Olsen

DC SUPER-PETS TOP GUN: MAVERICK (CTC) Release date: 26th May After more than 30 years of service as a top Navy aviator, Maverick is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot. Dodging the advancement in rank that will ground him, he faces an uncertain future and confronts the ghosts of his past and a confrontation with his deepest fears.

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm

(CTC)

Release date: 19th May When the Justice League are captured by Lex Luthor, Superman's dog, Krypto, forms a team of shelter-pets who were given super-powers.: A hound becomes super-strong and indestructible, a pig who can grow to giant-size, a turtle who becomes super-fast, and a squirrel who gains electric-powers. Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Vanessa Bayer, Kevin Hart

JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION (CTC) Release date: 9th June Dominion takes place four years after Isla Nublar has been destroyed. Dinosaurs now live and hunt alongside humans all over the world. This fragile balance will reshape the future and determine whether human beings are to remain the apex predators on a planet they now share with fearsome creatures. Starring: Chris Pratt, Laura Dern, Bryce Dallas Howar

MINIONS: RISE OF GRU (CTC) Release date: 23rd June

LIGHTYEAR (CTC) Release date: 16th June A spin-off of the hugely popular Toy Story film series chronicling the origin story for the title human character Buzz Lightyear, who inspired the action figure of the same name. Cleverly the animators wanted the film to look "cinematic" and "chunky" in order to evoke the feeling of the sci-fi films of their youth. Starring: Chris Evans, Keke Palmer, Dale Soulas

*Release dates are subject to change. Book tickets at eventcinemas.com.au

Set just after the events of the first film, 12-year-old Gru is a fanboy of a supervillain group known as the Vicious 6.

He hatches a plan to become evil enough to join them. When the Vicious 6 fire their leader, legendary fighter Wild Knuckles, Gru interviews to become their newest member. Starring: Steve Carrell, Michelle Yeoh, Pierre Coffin Reese Witherspoo.

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SWEET DREAMS COLLECTION Win 1x Sweet Dreams Collection from Young Living Essential Oils The Sweet Dreams Collection is your ultimate dreamy bundle designed to provide simple, safe and effective solutions for soothing sleep and everyday stress relief. Featuring pure, calming essential oils to encourage peaceful sleep, plus a comfortable eye mask and stunning spray bottle to help enhance your evening ritual

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Tranquil Essential Oil Roll-On provides stress relief and relaxation in a convenient roll-on application. The essential oils in this blend are known for their ability to induce tranquility.

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LÜK BEAUTIFOOD, PEPPERBERRY LIP JAM Containing szechuan pepper, cinnamon, beetroot, hibiscus extract and chia seeds, this tinted jammy formula increases blood circulation to the lips for a fuller, youthful, just-bitten pout. Housed in environmentally-friendly packaging, this superfood lip treatment nourishes lips with essential vitamins and minerals and imparts an enviable rosy red tint. Win one of 15 Lip Jams valued at $29 www.lukbeautifood.com

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ENBACCI, MICRODERMABRASION EXFOLIATING SCRUB JAM This gentle but powerful scrub removes dead skin cells for a healthy, radiant glow. Massaged onto the face, the scrub stimulates blood circulation and reduces the appearance of pores, blemishes and discolouration. Deeply cleansing and nourishing, the Enbacci Microdermabrasion Exfoliating Scrub promotes a smoother facial texture allowing targeted skincare products to penetrate the skin's mantle more effectively and allow for better makeup application. Win one of 15 Enbacci Scrubs valued at $45 each. www.enbacci.com

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REVIEWS

PURE LUXURY

JW MARRIOTT DÉCOR In its original guise, the foyer at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa was designed to resemble a colonial club. Wooden balustrades on the sweeping staircase, rattan fans slowly waving back and forth and high white walls reminiscent of a different era. A refurbishment changed the look and feel and after listening to the feedback from guests and customers a decision was made to go back to the future.

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Management went back to the original architects and designers, DBI, to ‘Zhuzh’ up the 223-room resort. In the cavernous lobby, they unearthed and reinstalled the old rattan punkah fans a lovely touch in helping to reconnect the old with the new. The handsome sandstone floors were rubbed back to retrieve their lustre and then rezoned the space to include the signature JW “concierge library”.

In the original design the sweeping staircase represented a waterfall and that flow fits in beautifully with greenery, potted palms and the reality of an all-natural finish of timber, stone and cane. The Gold Coast’s beaches and lush hinterland are the inspiration and the aesthetic on display fits beautifully with that template.

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REVIEWS

Marriott Reborn Wake up refreshed and take advantage of our hotel’s many superb amenities, including peaceful lagoons and an outdoor resort pool, a modern fitness centre and sport court.

When Marriott International announced that it was going to refurbish and rebrand the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa into its flagship JW Marriott brand it caused a huge stir. This was to be the first appearance in Australia of the brand following an ambitious $35 million rebrand to create JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa. Its completion in December 2020 set a new standard of luxury for discerning travellers seeking a tropical retreat in South-East Queensland on Australia’s famed Gold Coast. The opening signaled the continued expansion of Marriott International’s luxury footprint in Australia as the industry continues to see strong demand within the luxury travel segment. The JW Marriott brand, with its distinctive luxury philosophy, resonates with travellers, who seek exceptional, thoughtfully crafted services and experiences.

As part of the makeover, the lagoon was drained, and 300 tropical fish sent to holiday at SeaWorld while the grottoes and white sand beaches were given a spring clean.

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Rooms

The rooms haven’t been forgotten in this make-over.

Sun-drenched and offering coastal or hinterland views, it has a sub-tropical feel that is a natural relaxant. The shadings are again a reminder of the nearby Pacific Ocean – whites for the sand, with blues reflecting the sky and the sea and pale timber floors completing the look. Other neat and thoughtful touches are in the junior suites which house a separate living room, with a king bed and giant TV in each room. In lieu of bottled water, guests are supplied with a glass flask with a water refilling station (with ice) on every floor. The rooms are designed to be your home away from home while you can relax, unwind and think about nothing.

Every detail has been seen to thus ensuring guests have a luxurious stay. There are views up and down the coast, from the bed, the stylish living room and the corner bathtub which is the size of a small plunge pool.

The balcony affords a drone’s-eye view of the resort’s famous lagoon complex, with its palm trees, waterfalls and fishy coves.

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DEREK FENN Chief Concierge Les Clefs d'Or

Derek Fenn and Jan Svalty

How can I help? It is a phrase that Derek Fenn, Chief Concierge at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, has said more times than he cares to think about.

Asking and helping are an integral part of his job and as a member of the prestigious international organisation Les Clefs d'Or it is a vocation he takes very seriously. Born and raised in Fiji, Derek moved to New Zealand in his teenage years to finish his high school education. Starting his first job in purchasing while finishing high school, Derek soon found his love in hospitality. Moving to Australia in 2003 with his wife, they have raised six children many of whom are also starting their working careers in hospitality. With over 35 years’ experience in Hotel Management services, Derek’s career began at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland, New Zealand before moving to the Gold Coast in 2003. Prior to his 11 year stint with the Marriott family, he has worked in numerous Gold Coast 5-star hotels. .56

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Ask any concierge for a story about unusual requests and their faces will light up. Derek is no different. “I was approached by a guest to arrange their fiveyear olds birthday party. With two days’ notice and a $15,000 budget, the team and I started arranging the party. Activities included a jumping castle, toys, face painters, balloon artist, indoor rock climbing wall and

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much more. Furthermore the child’s father invited all children under 10 years old staying at the hotel to join the party. It was a wonderful event and after the party had concluded, the family very kindly donated all the toys and equipment to local Gold Coast charities.

Originating in France, Les Clefs d’Or consists of over 4,000 invited members, across 47 countries, consisting of the largest concierge network worldwide. Derek is so well respected within the industry that in 2019 when Les Clefs d'Or celebrated their 25th anniversary and a special award was announced in his honour. The Derek Fenn Award for Service Excellence was born and Derek had the privilege of presenting this inaugural award to Jan Svalty from the Bolton Wellington Hotel New Zealand. The Derek Fenn Award was created to honour the commitment and dedication shown within the industry. To receive such

recognition is an indication of respect within the industry. As a founder of the annual event 28 years ago, Derek attended the awards representing not only JW Marriott, but the Gold Coast as a whole.

“While working as a Chief Concierge in New Zealand, I was nominated by my General Manager to send my application to the Australian Les Clefs d'Or society for a thorough interview and examination. I passed and was accepted as a new member of New Zealand. I was very humbled to have received such an invitation. You can imagine how proud I was that they have named the event after myself for my dedication to the industry,” said Derek. “I enjoy immensely the challenging experiences associated with the role. I have been known to arrange such momentous occasions as surprise helicopter proposals, last minute shopping for lavish birthday presents for guests, once I even arranged

baby farm animals to visit the hotel for the enjoyment of our guests’ children.”

With so much knowledge and experience Derek is passionate about involving himself with training junior team members.

Workshops are held often in Australia and New Zealand for junior Concierge team members who wish to extend their career in Concierge and career development. Whatever the job, Derek can always be relied upon to enthusiastically embrace the occasion and give his very best. It is why he loves what he does. “Front and foremost I love the guest interaction, we have many returning guests who become friends over the years. The JW team give the resort its soul and have become my extended family. The overall property is wonderful, and with the recent $35 million refurbishment and rebrand, has given the resort an extra lease on life.” A true professional.

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DINING & COCKTAILS MY NAME IS NO TOMMY Husk Pure Cane Agricole, egg white, kumquat liquor, agave syrup, bitters, lime juice. A locals take on a Tommy’s Margarita - with the traditional tequila substituted for local French Caribbean style Husk Pure Cane Agricole.

MIST AND FIZZ Husk Ink gin, lavender honey syrup, finger lime caviar, soda. A Gin fizz style cocktail with herbaceous notes due to herbs picked from the JW Garden. This cocktail reflects local and Hinterland flavours with notes of lavender, honey and native finger lime – the bushman’s caviar.

CHAMPAGNE COCKATIEL Martell VSOP, orange bitters, kumquat syrup, Moet & Chandon Champagne. A twist on the classic Champagne Cocktail with the addition of citrus flavours. The garnish, made of citrus peel, represents the crest of a cockatiel - a native and recognisable bird of Australia.

The JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is also the home to three of the Gold Coast’s finest restaurants and bars serving everything from authentic Japanese cuisine to the freshest of seafood. Optimise your stay by taste testing one or all of them when you visit.

Chapter & Verse Chapter & Verse raises the bar by bringing together interest and energy with experience. It is located on the ground floor designed to accommodate a variety of modes and customers through the day and night, the all-day bar serving share plates, high teas and has an exquisite drinks menu.

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Citrique Restaurant Citrique is built on the reputation of delivering a consistently chic dining experience. Famous for its breakfast buffet, weekend - long lunch and seafood market experience, the venue attracts both locals and hotel guests with its fresh contemporary cuisine. More information www.citriquerestaurant.com

Misono

Inspired by the playful, youthful language of the streets of Harajuku, Misono presents a laneway of experiences. It transitions from an intimate Izakaya and live sushi table, to a sophisticated whisky bar with outdoor terrace and spirited teppan dining. More information www.misonorestaurant.com

Executive Chef , Paul Smart is renowned for his passion JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa Executive Chef, Paul Smart is renowned for his passion, creativity and expertise across our six food and beverage venues.

Sourcing and working with local producers from across the Sunshine State, his stated aim is to create natural and nourishing yet sophisticated menu options for our guests.

Paul’s international reputation in luxury venues, together with his commitment to source the freshest local produce ensures the delivery of something truly exceptional and unlike anything else available on the Gold Coast. He joined JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa in October 2020 following two decades working for well-established and respected restaurants across the globe. Most recently he was Executive Chef at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, where he led the kitchen teams across 10 prestigious venues. He had also worked in the kitchens of SO Sofitel Bangkok and The Ritz in London.

He truly earned his chef stripes at the Ritz London. During his time in the UK, he also cooked for HRH Queen Elizabeth II, and furthermore won UK Commis Chef of the Year at the Academy of Culinary Arts in 2007. He served with the acclaimed chefs of El Bulli (Best Restaurant in the World, from 2006 until 2009). Back in Australia, he played a pivotal role in the multi-award-winning restaurant Room 81, and took the gold medal no less than three times, for the Gold Box Restaurant Challenge in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Most recently, he also featured twice, as a winning challenger on Iron Chef Thailand, in 2012 and 2013.

He is a fervid supporter of the resort’s signature JW Garden which enables a farmto-table concept for the food and beverage venues, allowing chefs to sustainably elevate their menus with seasonal herbs, edible flowers, fruits, and vegetables.

Featuring fruit trees, herbs, a native bee house, and worm farm, the JW Garden will offer daily experiences and activities for guests at the resort, who are able to walk through the gardens and see the fresh produce used in the resort's menus firsthand. He loves hosting regular garden tours and onsite cooking classes to demonstrate creative ways in which the seasonal produce can be used.

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VERMICELLIWRAPPED PRAWNS INGREDIENTS •

150g vermicelli rice noodles

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500g large peeled raw prawns (tails on or off, whichever you prefer)

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1 tablespoon sesame oil teaspoon salt flakes

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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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500ml (2 cups) vegetable oil

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2 x 250g packets of microwave long-grain white rice

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125ml sweet chilli sauce

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1 long red chilli, sliced (optional)

Place the noodles in a bowl, cover with water and let them soak for about 15 minutes, until soft. Rinse the prawns and pat them dry with paper towel to remove excess moisture; otherwise they’ll spit when they hit the hot oil.

Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty for this next part. Drain the noodles and place them in a bowl, then pour the sesame oil over the noodles and add the salt and pepper. Mix it all together with your hands to make sure the noodles have a nice, even coverage. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium heat. The oil is ready when you drop a vermicelli noodle into it and it puffs up immediately. While the oil is heating, grab a small handful of noodles and start wrapping the prawns individually – I like to go heavy on the noodles and double wrap the prawns. I just love the crunch they create and I assure you that your little humans will love them, too. Working in batches, carefully lower the wrapped prawns into the hot oil and watch the magic happen. As soon as the vermicelli noodles puff up and turn golden brown, use a slotted spoon to remove the prawns and pop them on paper towel to drain. Microwave the rice according to the packet instructions, then transfer to serving bowls. Top with the prawns, drizzle over the sweet chilli sauce and scatter with slices of red chilli, if you like.

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WITH SWEET CHILLI SAUCE

Prawns are so awesome and delicious, plus they’re full of vitamins. This recipe was inspired by a meal my wife and I had at the restaurant I proposed to her in: Trilogy at the Park Hyatt in Melbourne. I have no idea how they made their dish, but my version is fast, simple and delicious. I love that seafood cooks quickly, which means you can whip this up in no time.

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PORTERHOUSE, PARMESAN CHIPS & CORN RIBS INGREDIENTS

This is my homemade steakhouse recipe that never fails.

The smell of buttery steak will fill the kitchen, along with the aroma of the chips and sweetcorn in the air fryer. Is there anything better? If you have an air fryer this dish only takes 20 minutes to make, but don’t worry, you can also cook the chips and corn in the oven. It’s time to sharpen your knife and get cracking.

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500g red royale potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 cm thick chips

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80ml olive oil

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2 tablespoons salt flakes

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3 sweetcorn cobs

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1 tablespoon smoked paprika

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80g salted butter

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3 garlic cloves, peeled

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3 x 200–250 g porterhouse steaks

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2 sprigs of rosemary

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3 tablespoons grated parmesan

If you don’t have an air fryer, preheat your oven to 200°C. Place the potato on a baking tray and drizzle over 2 tablespoons of the oil, along with 1 tablespoon of the salt (I like my chips salty, so feel free to use less salt if you prefer). Toss to combine. Cut the sweetcorn lengthways through the core, making sure each corn rib has a little core attached to keep the kernels together. Rub 1 tablespoon of the oil over the corn and sprinkle with the smoked paprika. Add them to the tray with the potato. If using an air fryer, crank it to 180°C and cook for 20 minutes. Alternatively, transfer to the oven and cook for 30 minutes, or until the chips and corn ribs are golden and crispy. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan over high heat. When the oil starts to smoke, add half the butter and let it melt. Add the garlic cloves and steaks and cook for 2 minutes, then flip the steaks over, add the remaining butter and salt, along with the rosemary sprigs, and continue to cook for 2 minutes, basting the steaks with the melted butter. The steaks will be medium–rare, so feel free to cook them for longer if your family prefers them a little more well done. Remove the steaks from the pan and rest, covered, for 3–4 minutes. Don’t discard the buttery juices in the pan! Remove the chips and corn ribs from the air fryer or oven and divide among serving plates. Scatter the parmesan over the hot chips and drizzle the corn ribs with the juices from the pan. Slice up the steak and transfer to the plates. Time to dig in.

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All the Greens:

SPINACH-WATERCRESS SOUP Soup for breakfast! This recipe is incredibly simple and really delicious—and it just so happens to be vegan and jampacked with a ton of dark greens. We love the combination of watercress for its peppery bite and super health benefits, and flat-leaf, vitamin-packed spinach, but feel free to experiment with other greens like kale, swiss chard, or even dandelion greens.

The crispy garbanzo garnish can be made 5 days in advance (and it also makes a great healthy snack). The rest of the recipe takes about 15 minutes to make, which keeps things nice and simple. Easy like Sunday morning.

INGREDIENTS

1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed; aquafaba (bean soaking liquid) reserved 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon ground sumac Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ½ teaspoon coriander seed 2 cups sliced leeks, about 2 small leeks (white and light green parts only) 2 ½ cups water, plus additional as necessary 1 bunch flat-leaf spinach, stems included, roughly chopped 1 bunch watercress, stems included, roughly chopped Flaky sea salt (we love Maldon), for serving (optional)

Make the crispy garbanzos. Preheat the oven to 240°C. Measure out 1/2 cup of the garbanzo beans and set aside.

Place the remaining garbanzo beans on a small rimmed baking sheet and pat dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil and shake the baking sheet to coat. Season with sumac, and salt and pepper. Shake the baking sheet again to distribute the spices evenly.

Transfer to the oven and roast until the garbanzos are crispy and golden on the edges, 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Reserve for serving. (Crispy garbanzos can be made up to 5 days in advance, stored in an airtight container at room temperature.)

Make the soup. Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, swirl to coat, and add the coriander seeds and leeks. Season with salt and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened and just beginning to brown, 4 to 5 minutes, reducing the heat as necessary to prevent burning.

Add the aquafaba, reserved 1/2 cup garbanzo beans, and water. Raise the heat to high and bring to a boil. Add the spinach and watercress to the pot and return to a boil.

Cook, stirring, until the greens are wilted, about 1 minute.

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Transfer mixture to a blender and blend until the soup is very smooth, adding additional water 1 tablespoon at a time if necessary to thin to your desired consistency.

Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

Serve. Ladle soup into 4 bowls and top with the crispy garbanzos, freshly cracked black pepper, and flaky sea salt. (The soup should have a brothy consistency. Since we are not straining it, some separation may occur—just stir until fully combined before serving.)

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DREW’S HARISSA SPAGHETTI INGREDIENTS 1 package chickpea spaghetti (we recommend Banza) 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 5 cloves garlic, peeled and grated ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon onion powder (optional) 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon dried oregano (optional) 1 tablespoon dried parsley (optional) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons double-concentrated tomato paste 2 to 3 tablespoons harissa paste, plus additional to taste ½ cup chopped basil, plus additional for serving Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Season with 2 tablespoons salt. Add the spaghetti and stir to ensure that the pasta does not clump together. Boil until just al dente, 6 to 7 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the noodles. Rinse the chickpea noodles under cold water until completely cool. Set aside.

I guess if someone was to ask me if I had a signature dish, I’d say this one!

Although I’ll note that this is a question I never thought I would receive, because until the last few years, my answer would’ve been “call for takeout.” But this is a dish I can confidently whip up anytime, anywhere. I love that it all comes from pantry staples, like canned tomatoes and dried oregano. Or you could make yourself look like a fancy pants and buy fresh cherry tomatoes and fresh basil and simmer that garlic like a real chef! But the key, no matter, is the harissa. It’s a Tunisian spice that you squeeze out of a tube, and the result is this smoky and delicious flavor I fell in love with.

Make the sauce. Meanwhile, heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and swirl to coat.

Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and onion powder, if using. Saute, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Do not let brown. Add the cherry tomatoes and dried herbs, if using, and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the tomatoes begin to break down, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and harissa paste and cook for 3 minutes more. Taste the sauce and season with salt, pepper, and additional harissa paste, if desired. (The pasta sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store, covered, in the refrigerator before reheating in a skillet.)

Serve. Add the pasta to the sauce, along with 1 to 2 tablespoons of pasta water to thin, if necessary. The sauce should be thick and concentrated, but just loose enough to coat the noodles easily. Cook for 1 minute more, tossing to combine. Add the chopped basil, gently fold to combine, and divide among serving plates. Serve immediately, topping each portion with a drizzle of olive oil and additional basil.

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BAKED RICOTTA Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Serve it either as a sort of dip, hot out of the oven, or leave it to cool to room temperature and then cut it into wedges with a salad, some bread and perhaps a plate of paper-thin pink prosciutto.

INGREDIENTS 500g fresh whole-milk ricotta 3 eggs 1 cup (100g) grated parmesan cheese 1 tsp thyme leaves, plus extra to garnish ½ tsp sea salt A few good grinds of black pepper Preheat the oven to 200°C. Grease and line a 20cm spring-form tin with baking paper.

Combine the ricotta, eggs, parmesan, thyme, salt and pepper in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Pour into the tin and smooth the top. Pop the ricotta into the oven and cook for 30 minutes or until golden and puffed.

Top the baked ricotta with the extra thyme and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Serves 4–6

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PEACH SCROLLS WITH AMARETTO GLAZE INGREDIENTS

Prep time: 30 mins, plus overnight proving

1 cup (320g) chilled Peach and honey butter or your favourite fruit jam

Cook time: 25 mins

1 egg 2 tbsp double cream Basic sweet dough 4 cups (600g) plain (all-purpose) flour, plus extra for dusting ¼ cup (55g) caster (super fine) sugar 3 tsp (20g) dry yeast ½ tsp ground cardamom A pinch of salt 2 eggs 1 cup (250ml) lukewarm milk 175g butter, softened, plus extra for greasing Amaretto glaze 1½ cups (185g) icing (confectioners’) sugar ¼ cup (60ml) thick (double) cream 2 tbsp amaretto liqueur (or brandy, lemon juice or water) For the dough, briefly mix the flour, sugar, yeast, cardamom and salt in an electric mixer fitted with the dough hook. Whisk the eggs into the milk, add it to the flour mixture and knead for 5 minutes. Add the butter, a tablespoon or so at a time, beating well after each addition. (You can also do the kneading by hand – combine the dry ingredients on your work surface, make a well in the centre and then add the milk and egg mixture and butter and knead for about 8 minutes.)

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a tea towel and leave in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Peach and honey butter: Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 55 mins Makes about 4 cups

INGREDIENTS 1 kg peaches or other stone fruit, chopped ¼ cup (90g) honey ¼ tsp ground cinnamon 1 vanilla bean, split lengthways A pinch of sea salt Juice of 1 lemon

Combine the peaches, honey and cinnamon in a large, deep saucepan. Scrape the vanilla seeds into the pan and add the scraped pod. Add ¼ cup (60ml) water and stir well. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes or until the peaches have collapsed completely.

Discard the vanilla pod, transfer the peach mixture to a blender (or use a stick blender) and blitz to a puree. Add the salt and lemon juice, to taste – add a little at a time, testing after each addition until you have the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.

Return the puree to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring often, for about 40 minutes or until the mixture thickens and reduces. Pour the butter into sterilised jars, seal and refrigerate for 3–4 weeks.

Gently turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a disc. (This is a sticky dough, so you might need to wet your hands.) Place the dough on a tray, cover and refrigerate overnight.

On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle. Generously spread the peach and honey butter or jam over the dough. Starting with one of the long sides, gently roll the dough into a large sausage shape. If it feels a bit sticky and warm, pop it into the fridge for 10 minutes before proceeding.

Grease a deep roasting tin with butter. Cut the dough into nine rounds and tuck them into the tin, then cover and leave to rest for 30 minutes (just enough time to set a table outside and get the coffee ready).

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Whisk the egg and cream together and brush it over the scrolls. Bake for 25 minutes or until the scrolls are puffed and golden.

For the glaze, whisk the icing sugar, cream and amaretto in a bowl.

Let the scrolls cool for about 10 minutes before spooning the glaze over the top. Serve the scrolls warm with coffee. Makes 9 AUTUMN • 2022 67

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CREAMY POTATO BAKE INGREDIENTS Serves 6–8 This dish is full of oozy, creamy luxury with the flavours of onion, chives, bacon and mustard.

It’s a special occasion dish that encapsulates the spirit of comfort baking.

3 garlic cloves, crushed ¾ teaspoon sea salt 600ml pouring cream 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 3 teaspoons mayonnaise 2 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch) 950g peeled potatoes (see Note) 400g onions or 4–6 spring onions (scallions), finely diced 3 teaspoons chopped rosemary or oregano 200g rindless bacon, diced 100g tasty cheese, grated

Preheat the oven to 170°C. Grease a 25 x 35cm baking dish, 8cm deep.

In a bowl or jug, whisk the garlic, salt, cream, mustard, mayonnaise and cornflour until smooth.

Cut the potatoes into 6mm slices.

Drizzle 50ml of the cream mixture into the base of the dish. Layer one-third of the potato over this, then top with half the onion, sprinkle with half the herbs and then one-quarter of the bacon. Pour 180ml of the cream mixture on top.

Repeat the layers. Top with the last of the potato and drizzle on the remaining cream mixture.

Sprinkle on the last of the bacon and top with the cheese.

Bake for 1 hour, or until the potato is cooked.

Leave to stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Note The potatoes do not necessarily have to be peeled.

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CHICKEN, HALLOUMI and roasted capsicum parcels SERVES 6 The flavours of the Middle East feature in these mouthwatering parcels. For this recipe I buy bottled roasted red capsicums (peppers). While you could prepare your own, it is a time-consuming step.

12 ready-rolled filo pastry sheets (from the refrigerated section of the supermarket) 125ml extra virgin olive oil 1 egg, lightly whisked 50g sesame seeds

TO MAKE THE FILLING Prepare a spice mix by combining the paprika, cumin, coriander, cardamom, sumac, salt and sugar.

Cut the chicken breasts into 5cm strips and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with the spice mixture and then mix well to coat evenly.

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté the chicken for 2 minutes each side. Remove to a plate.

Place the halloumi in the same pan and fry for 1–2 minutes on both sides, or until golden brown.

Remove from the heat.

Pat the capsicum halves dry with paper towel and cut into 4cm strips.

In a bowl, whisk the yoghurt, cream cheese, garlic, cornflour, chilli sauce, lemon juice, extra cardamom, extra sumac and salt until the mixture is smooth.

TO ASSEMBLE FOR BAKING FOR THE FILLING 2 teaspoons paprika 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, plus a large pinch extra ¼ teaspoon sumac, plus a large pinch extra ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon white (granulated) sugar 500g skinless chicken breasts 30ml extra virgin olive oil 160g halloumi, cut into 6 mm wide strips 250g roasted red capsicum (pepper) halves 200g natural or Greek-style yoghurt 50g cream cheese, softened 1 garlic clove, crushed 3 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch) 2 teaspoons sweet chilli sauce 2 teaspoons lemon juice pinch of sea salt

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.

Place one sheet of filo on a lightly floured surface, then brush with some of the olive oil. Fold in half.

Brush another sheet with oil, then fold in half and place on top of the first folded sheet.

Spoon a scant ¼ cup of the yoghurt mixture onto the filo, leaving an 8mm edge dry.

Top with one sixth of the chicken strips, halloumi and, finally, the capsicum strips.

Brush the dry edge with the whisked egg to seal, then carefully roll up to enclose the filling. Place on the tray seam side down.

Repeat to make six parcels in total.

Mix 2 teaspoons water into the remaining whisked egg and brush over each parcel to glaze. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until the parcels are golden brown and crisp.

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With floor to ceiling windows, every table captures amazing views of the Gold Coast Broadwater, while their new outdoor lounge bar is the perfect place to enjoy a pre-dinner drink and enjoy the fresh air and sea breeze

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Enjoy an award winning beef menu of the highest quality, with some cuts exclusive to Moo Moo Restaurant Group. These cuts include; Dry Aged, Pasture Fed, All Natural and Grain Fed which include a mix of Wagyu and Angus breeds.

To ensure that our menus cater for more than just beef lovers they also include fresh seafood, poultry, game and of course vegetarian options available.

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LIFESTYLE

LIFESTYLE AND SLEEP TIME IN BED SHOULD EQUAL YOUR EXPECTED SLEEP NEED

If we could bottle a good night’s sleep, it would be the best-selling supplement on the market. So, how do Aussies measure up on the scale of good sleepers? Recent research conducted

by YouGov in partnership with MELOTIN MR has revealed that 50 percent of Australians struggle to fall asleep at least once or more each week. Even more alarming is the fact that close to two-thirds of the population have stated stating their poor sleep quality has caused a loss of motivation to continue enjoying the things in life that bring joy.

With only 14 percent of Australians "very satisfied" with their sleep quality, half of the respondents also acknowledged that the issue didn't just involve trouble falling asleep at least weekly, but in their ability to stay asleep, which for a quarter of the sample occurs nightly and at least once per week for two thirds.

"These results indicate that unfortunately, the mental and physical knock-on effects of poor sleep can lead to more poor sleep, resulting in a vicious cycle," said Emeritus Professor Dorothy Bruck, Sleep Health expert and Sleep Psychologist.

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"When you are sleep deprived, your brain will become foggy, making it difficult to concentrate and make decisions based on rational things like risk and reward. In addition, a more negative mindset in those who are fatigued can make it less likely that you'll do the things that we know help with getting a quality night's sleep, such as getting outdoors in the sunshine or exercising. Sleep-related fatigue can also rob you of your ability to feel more present, positive and connected with the ones you love," she said.

The research comes as melatonin, (a naturally occurring hormone responsible for regulating one's sleepwake cycle), previously only available with a prescription, was downscheduled from prescription only to pharmacist only by the TGA on 1st June 2021. This makes it available as a shortterm treatment for primary insomnia in patients aged 55 years and older.

"About half of those surveyed in the 50 to 64 age group reported being dissatisfied with their overall quality of sleep, compared to 42 percent of the total survey sample, while this age group was more likely to report a negative impact on mood and behaviour compared to other age

groups” said Professor Bruck. "We now understand that getting older can result in lower nocturnal melatonin levels, meaning that melatonin can be an excellent option for older adults with low melatonin levels. In addition, these supplements can help improve sleep quality, especially in those with agerelated primary insomnia.

“The survey also showed that a bad night's sleep disproportionately affects mood in older Australians. Those in the 55+ age group reported higher rates of negative impact on mood and behaviour after a bad night's sleep than those for example, in the 18-24 age group (83 percent vs. 63 percent),” she said.

From a physical point of view, we also know that ongoing poor sleep habits can have serious and lasting impacts on our health, increasing the incidence of cardiovascular disease, weight gain, diabetes and even memory issues," explains Professor Bruck. "It's vital that you speak to your pharmacist or healthcare practitioner if you're continuing to struggle with poor sleep, in addition to practising good sleep habits."

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For those struggling to get a quality night’s sleep, Professor Bruck shares her top tips:

WIND DOWN BEFORE BED "Try and give yourself at least one hour between any stimulating evening activities and bedtime. Turn off screens that emit bright light, particularly the cool blue light that suppresses melatonin.”

AVOID STIMULANTS "Beverages such as coffee, tea, cocoa and some soft drinks contain caffeine should be avoided close to bedtime. If you have difficulty sleeping, a good rule of thumb is no caffeine after lunchtime."

ROUTINE IS GOOD, ESPECIALLY A GETTING UP ROUTINE TIME "Waking up in the morning at the same time will prepare your body clock to fall asleep at reasonable and similar times each night. Try not to sleep in longer than one hour past your regular wake up time on weekends. Any longer can disrupt your body clock and lead to sleep deprivation."

ENSURE YOUR DAYTIME ACTIVITIES INCLUDE SOME EXERCISE AND SOME NATURAL DAYLIGHT "Enjoying natural sunlight will improve your sleep at night as it will help your body clock and assist healthy melatonin levels that are needed for a night of good night sleep. Earlier parts of the day are best and a great excuse to do some exercise - try and avoid highintensity activity before bed."

HOW YOU THINK ABOUT YOUR SLEEP IS IMPORTANT "Brief awakenings are a very normal part of sleep, especially as we age. In fact, our research found that the vast majority, 94 percent of those in the 57+ age group, report wakefulness overnight Many people feel they spend large parts of the night awake, frustrated as their minds tick over, but in fact, they may be moving in and out of light sleep. Move away from feelings of frustration and relax the mind in these

times. Think 'rest is good' and don't watch the clock."

TIME IN BED SHOULD EQUAL YOUR EXPECTED SLEEP NEED "If you are a poor sleeper, do not spend longer in bed than you need for sleep, such as 7-8 hours. Too long in bed tells your body that it is OK to drift in and out of sleep. Instead, going to bed later at night may be the single best thing to help reduce your wake time during the night in bed."

NAPS CAN INTERFERE WITH NIGHT-TIME SLEEP "Taking longer naps throughout the day or falling asleep in front of the TV can reduce your sleep 'drive' at bedtime, making you feel more awake during the night. A short afternoon nap is OK but naps longer than 20 minutes or evening naps can be a problematic pattern to get into."

ELIMINATE EXTERNAL DISTURBANCES IN YOUR BEDROOM "If you are a light sleeper or have trouble returning to sleep, try and reduce or avoid persistent disturbances that can come from light, pets or snoring partners. Consider earplugs, eye covers and better curtains."

AVOID ALCOHOL Many people think a glass or two of wine helps them relax and fall asleep more quickly, but the reality is that alcohol interferes with the natural sleep patterns and makes it more difficult for your body to stay in a sound sleep cycle. So in the morning, you'll likely feel tired and reach for a stimulant like coffee, starting a stimulant relaxant cycle we want to avoid.

If you're struggling with your sleep patterns, talk to your pharmacist or healthcare practitioner. It's crucial to address contributing medical conditions like sleep apnoea or nocturnal reflux.

In some circumstances, that is those over 55 supplements like melatonin, the body's natural sleep hormone, can help to get your body back into its natural rhythm.

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LIFESTYLE

CREATING BEAUTY ON A BUDGET TRANSFORMATION OF A QUEENSLANDER

By Pat Chiene deck and ageing paint had something to do with it. We put an offer in and shortly after, it was accepted.

Initially we rented out the property through a local agent. Sadly, the tenants had not taken care of the house and it desperately needed some TLC by the time they moved out. So without another thought, I put on my renovator’s hat and quickly got to work on doing a fast 3-month makeover so we could quickly get the property back on the market to rent out.

While not intrinsically a ‘renovator’, I have always enjoyed the challenge of finding a property that I can put my stamp of approval on and transform from a house lacking lustre to something I’d want to live in.

As fate would have it, the perfect “transformer” was located on the very street I’d drive along each day, as I’d drop my daughters to school.

There it was - a gorgeous, traditional 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 80-year-old Queenslander with three-metre high ceilings, generous oversized decks, and a good-sized backyard pool. The location had immediate street appeal, a corner block with a stunning mature poinciana tree at the entrance to beautifully frame the house.

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Having renovated and built residential properties in Sydney and on the Gold Coast, I was conscious of budget blowouts and keeping in mind that the safest bet was creating mass appeal for others wanting to come and live here. We were able to successfully keep within a budget of $50,000 by planning meticulously ahead on an excel spreadsheet, shopping for materials at builders’ recycling yards, negotiating with trades, supplying materials and doing what work we could ourselves, buying off-the shelf where we could, and savvy styling and the end of it.

Having a love for styling, I studied staging and project management before I ventured out and established my own staging business, Luxury Property Staging, also working in with other property stagers as a consultant.

This property is a perfect example where I collaborated with another staging expert, award-winning stylist Grace Fuss from Dapper Interior Transformations, to create the perfect look.

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Plan! As the saying goes, ‘Fail to Plan, and Plan to Fail! Before you even start, visualize the look you want. Pinterest, magazines, Houzz app are a great place to start!

Stick to Your Budget! Don’t deviate, and if the budget doesn’t stretch that far, prioritise what’s most important. I usually start with the kitchen and living, then master, as that’s where you spend most of your time. Get a Bunnings Trade card – great for tracking expenses and for returns.

Curb appeal! First impressions count! We transformed the exterior from a blue house to a neutral white with black shutters and guttering for impact. New plants and pots bought from a wholesaler.

Window and Lighting! A little bit of money can go a long way!

Buy-off-the shelf curtains and blinds, and light shades.

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Colour Scheme! The KISS principle applies – ‘Keep It Simple Stupid’.

Classic white has timeless appeal and makes a property feel bigger than it actually is. Keep it light and stay neutral. Purple shag rugs are a definite “No-No” if you want to keep relevant! If you like features walls – keep it subtle.

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Bathroom upgrades! Work with what you’ve got! With no budget left, we simply painted over the tired vanity doors, re-grouted ourselves, installed cheap tapware from Bunnings and dressed up the room with beautiful accessories and towels.

Staging Works! If your aim is to sell for maximum profit, I would never sell a home without first staging it for maximum appeal. Most home-buyers start their journey on the internet so stunning photo images are essential. The stats confirm that staging sells faster, connects with buyers, visually increases the room size, and transforms the property into something people can visualize themselves living in. That’s what I aim to achieve when I stage a home.

After For staging inquiries, contact Pat Chiene on mobile: 0423 293 067 or email: pchiene@gmail.com

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HEALTH

WEIGHT LOSS WARRIORS FOR 20 YEARS, FELICITY COHEN AND HER TEAM OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AT WEIGHTLOSS SOLUTIONS AUSTRALIA (WLSA) HAVE PIONEERED A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SUPPORTING CLIENTS ON THEIR PATH TO WELL-BEING.

As Felicity explains “Weight Loss or Bariatric Surgery is more than a medical procedure. It’s about addressing chronic disease and making the commitment to transform your life, turning your life around in in doing so, avoiding a range of illnesses. Morbid obesity is known significantly increase the risk of 12 known cancers, Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, heart attacks and many more medical comorbidities.

“Our team extends beyond bariatric surgeons to dietitians, psychologists, nurses and support staff to assist patients on their weight loss journey.

We also offer lifestyle modification programs inclusive of mindfulness and meditation, or learning how to standup paddleboard and how to cook delicious food post surgery. It’s a multifaceted approach to health.”

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bariatric surgery reduces the strain on the health system, effectively saving the Government many millions of dollars.

“As a private business addressing the chronic disease of obesity, we are very proud of our patient community’s successes, and of our contribution to alleviating the burden on the health system.”

The next major innovation for WLSA is the introduction of the podcast “Wellness Warriors”, which will draw on the experiences and personal stories that have impacted Felicity and her business over the past two decades.

“We have so many amazing stories from the patients, allied health professionals and others and those aligned to our vision of creating better healthy outcomes for all people,” says Felicity.

“I have interviewed many of our former patients, some from 18 years ago, to share how their surgery changed their

lives and influenced their families and others around them. For many, it’s a multi-generational story with huge impact on children and grandchildren.”

“One of our clients has had many years of success after having gastric band surgery 18 years ago. Medical devices have advanced considerably since then, but many thousands of people enjoyed positive outcomes over many years from the band, including this client who did very well.

“At 53, she climbed the Great Wall of China. She undertook the 10km run at the Noosa Triathlon as part of the WLSA-sponsored team, running alongside her surgeon and anaesthetist. The really compelling part is that her decision to transform her life has impacted her husband, children and grandchildren as well – all of them making better choices about their own health and nutrition.”

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I love helping people change their lives – not just their image and self-confidence, but also their quality of life.

That's the best reward.

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Another former patient, who now works with Bravehearts the children’s charity, recounts his own journey from trauma and being overweight to making the commitment to transform his life.

“He realised his health was at risk and he came to us. Today, he helps others every day through his genuine understanding of how stress, anxiety, trauma and mental health can impact on obesity.”

In another chapter, Felicity interviews celebrated Chef, Mark Normoyle who worked at the RACV Club in Melbourne for 16 years, among many other roles, and who is part of the WLSA team and provides cooking classes to patients.

“Mark and I speak about food sustainability and which countries are making advances in reducing food waste.

Australia is 20th in the world in terms of approach to food waste, whereas South Korea is really innovative. What can we do to improve our systems? Everything is tied into the wellbeing of our patient group.”

Investing in her belief that “better communication and engagement are crucial to best manage health and wellbeing”, Felicity has established the Weight-Loss Warriors Facebook forum.

“I learn a tremendous amount from the community. It’s a significant resource. Especially at this time, when we’re all feeling uneasy and perhaps concerned about world events, connections and communication are vital.”

The Weight loss Warriors podcasts are live now: WeightLoss Solutions Australia Suite 3 Podium Level, Lakeside 1, Bermuda Point, 1 Lake Orr Drive, Varsity Lakes Tel: 07 5598 0500 www.wlsa.com.au Facebook @WLSAust Instagram @weightlosssolutionsaustralia Twitter @wlsaust

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POSITIVE PAIN RELIEF

IF YOU ARE SUFFERING FROM A CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITION AND SEEKING AN HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE TO RELIEVE SYMPTOMS AND PAIN, GREENHOUSE MEDICAL CLINIC CAN HELP.

Greenhouse Medical Clinic provides patients with legal access to Medical Cannabis in their Varsity Lakes clinic and via Telehealth, Australia-wide.

to provide a multitude of treatments for ailments that have otherwise been difficult to treat with traditional medicines.

Doctors are trained and experienced in prescribing Medical Cannabis.

Their full-service medical cannabis clinic will complete the application to the Department of Health on your behalf and will prescribe and dispense medicinal cannabis in accordance with Australian regulations regarding prescriptions and clinical advice to patients.

With an holistic vision and natural approach to the treatment of disease, pain and addiction; Greenhouse Medical Clinic offers a range of health and wellness treatments including dietetics, psychology, and vitamin infusions.

Greenhouse Medical Clinic is the brainchild of visionary and medical health professional Felicity Cohen and mental health facilitator and statistician, Drew Lesser.

Medical cannabis has been found

severity of COVID-19 infection and even prevent the spread of the virus.

Research showed that CBD and its metabolite 7-OH-CBD, which is a compound produced after the body processes CBD, can block SARS-Cov-2 infection at early and even later stages of infection, according to researchers, led by academics at the University of Chicago.

It certainly is exciting times ahead as the team at Greenhouse Medical Clinic undertakes specified medical cannabis research in disease prototypes such as diabetes, ADHD, PTSD and pain.

What the findings may mean is that cannabis-derived medicines or preparations might supplement vaccines in the struggle to end the nearly twoyear-long COVID-19 pandemic.

Of current interest is new research, published in January 2022 in Science. org that suggests the cannabis compound CBD might lessen the

Get in touch with the team at Greenhouse Medical Clinic to see how they can assist in your pursuit of painfree living.

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WEIGHTLOSS SOLUTIONS AUSTRALIA

Introducing

ELIPSE

A New Approach To Weight Loss

NO ANAESTHETIC NO ENDOSCOPY NO SURGERY

The Elipse Balloon is swallowed during a 20-minute procedure conducted by our surgeon. All patients will become a part of our 12 Month Lifestyle Modification with support from our multidisciplinary team.

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PEOPLE

GOLD STARS We asked local stars to tell us about their talented careers and reveal where it all started and their career highlights.

JORDAN SMITH AND ALINA SUVORINA Diana Ross had a hit song in 1980 with ‘Upside Down’ which included the lyrics – ‘Upside down, Boy, you turn me inside out, And, 'round and 'round’.

It could easily be the theme song for ‘Resplendence’ an acrobatic duo that was created by local talents Jordan Smith and Alina Suvorina. They were guided by the talented world-famous Ben Nicolody and former aerialist and now show producer Sue Porrett. They first got together in 2018 after finishing their separate dance and acrobatic training and decided to develop their Adagio Act to a higher level.

In 2019, ‘Resplendence’ professionally debuted their act at The Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub in Broadbeach. Having lived on the Gold Coast for the majority of their lives, for Jordan and Alina this was a dream come true to have the opportunity to be able to perform locally in front of their friends and family.

Whilst performing has been their main focus for the last two and a half years, they haven’t just been hanging about. The duo has kept themselves busy - Alina is studying for a Bachelor of Environmental Science at Griffith University while Jordan is a highly sort after acrobatic and aerial coach on the Gold Coast.

Always seeking to increase their repertoire of tricks, the duo have recently developed a new and incredible death-defying roller skating act which they will be debuting in the new show ‘The Glitz’.

‘The Glitz’ will hit the stage at The Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub in March and ‘Resplendence’ will perform over four shows every week.

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10 shows over 5 nights - Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub in Broadbeach

PEOPLE Whitney Houston and Peter Allen, in 1988.

AMANDA ABATE AND STEVE TITMUS Seven Up -The local Seven News Gold Coast weeknights from 5.30pm.

After only a short time together on the set of Seven News Gold Coast, Amanda Abate and Steve Titmus have settled into their new role as co-presenters of the local news. It’s yet another high in a year of amazing highlights for both. Steve’s was when daughter Ariarne achieved her Olympic dream winning two gold, a silver and bronze medals in Tokyo added to by the excitement of seeing Ariarne’s coach Dean Boxall and his sideline antics.

For Amanda, 2021 has also been an amazing year. The arrival of her first child Bobby, with husband Brent Beauchamp, was the best possible way to start the year. For a first time mother she has taken in her stride the demands of balancing motherhood and being back in the news room and broadcasting five nights a week.

The partnership of Amanda and Steve is another high-profile chapter in Channel Seven’s continued coverage of news and events in our wonderful city. A new series, Gold Coast Uncovered (available on 7+), charts the highs, lows and amazing people and events that have shaped the Gold Coast over the past 62 years. “It will be an education for some and a trip down memory lane for long time locals. I am so proud to be able to host this unique look back at our history,” said Amanda.

For Steve the documentary shows how we got to where we are today, plus the game changers and events all helping to provide a unique insight into who and what we are today. “While I know quite a bit about the Gold Coast, this uncovers some of the great characters and early significant projects that molded the Coast.

It’s a deeper dive into the coast’s DNA. It is

great entertainment and shows things such as how the theme parks came to be,” said Steve. One example is the Jack Evans Pet Porpoise Pool which was originally intended to be ocean baths but visitors flocked to see dolphin feeding in one pool and have a close encounter with sharks in the other. Unfortunately wild weather sometimes caused the sharks to be washed in with the dolphins so the attraction was moved to the mouth of the Tweed River.

At the northern end of the coast one of our original entrepreneurs Keith Williams was entertaining tourists with skiing exhibitions at Surfers Paradise Ski Gardens on the Nerang River at Carrara. He would later move the Ski show to The Spit at Main Beach and create the coast’s first major theme park Seaworld, combining the ski shows, marine animal’s exhibitions and thrill rides. 1958 was a big year when South Coast Town was renamed the Gold Coast and the following year was proclaimed a city. Gold Coast City’s first hi-rise Kinkabool started a tower trend and developers clamored to build high-rises to service the rapidly expanding tourism market and local residents who all wanted to holiday or live by the surf. Through the late 1970’s John Longhurst saw the trend and began developing Dreamworld on a large parcel of land in Coomera, opening his unique theme park in 1981. Others who shared the vision for the Gold Coast included Christopher Skase who defined a new level of luxury hotel accommodation and residential living by building Sheraton Mirage in the late 80’s. Mike Gore, switched from selling cars to developing Sanctuary Cove which he opened with The Ultimate Event, starring Frank Sinatra,

One of the biggest Gold Coast early influencers on our city’s perception was Sir Bruce Small. He started nationally renowned Malvern star bikes in Melbourne and moved here in 1958. He became Mayor on the back of the campaign slogan ‘Think Big Vote Small’. He’d bought and reclaimed 200 hectares of land behind Surfers Paradise developing Isle of Capri and parts of Bundall. As Mayor he was an influential and flamboyant PR machine, regularly touring Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore with the Meter Maids in their gold bikinis promoting the virtues of his beloved Gold Coast as an international tourist destination. As mayor he also knew how important it was to protect the beaches and their pristine reputation as the backbone of a burgeoning tourism industry.

His efforts to marshal 5000 civilians and 190 soldiers to fill and position sandbags along the beachfront to combat the effects of cyclones and wild storms added to his popularity. He also earned the nickname ‘Boulder Bruce’ for his efforts to install boulder walls to protect vulnerable beaches – many of which still in place today.

Canals were ground-breaking in the 50’s literally. Alfred Grant and Karl Langer pioneered the Floridian concept. Rio Vista and Miami Keys were the first canal estates and today the city has canals that measure 260 kilometers in length - nine times the length of the famous canals in Venice, Italy.

The city has also been the perfect breeding and training ground for many high achieving athletes and significant sporting events. It is difficult to fit the achievements of household names Wayne ‘Rabbit’ Bartholomew, Mick Fanning, Mick Doohan, Trevor Hendy, Grant Hackett, Sally Pearson and the many other legends that have competed from here into one article. The Gold Coast has also earned a solid reputation as an events mecca with the Australian Surf Lifesaving titles, Indy, V8 Supercars, Magic Millions, Sanctuary Cove Boat Show and national sporting teams the Titans and Suns. The Commonwealth Games in 2018 cemented the city’s reputation world-wide as a region that can host large scale events. It was perfect preparation for its role in the 2032 Summer Olympics. “These significant people and fundamental pieces of history over the past 50 years laid a striking foundation for the city to continue to grow. We can all look forward with anticipation and excitement to see what the next 50 will bring,” said Steve.

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BUSINESS

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TIME TO TAKE STOCK OF YOUR FINANCES LADIES!!

For those who have not been involved in the stock market before, it can feel intimidating and complicated simply because, “you don’t know what you don’t know.”

In 2022 Jen Kane, partner from iInvest Trading and Advisory based in Burleigh, is on a mission to change the stigma in investing and has a passion for assisting her fellow females to do this.

“There are so many intelligent savvy women on the Gold Coast who have earnt or acquired wealth and understand that investing is the smarter way to make a long-term monetary impact but are just unsure of how to start. In 2022 I want to help make a dent in this market as I have seen women, who through some of life’s challenges such as starting or growing a business, dealing with a divorce, loss and inheriting funds, have experienced a newfound sense of empowerment via their financial success in trading.” Jen Kane In short, if you have a fair amount of savings, you are better off investing it rather than it sitting dormant in a low return savings account. The long-term return can make a dramatic difference for your future.

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To get started here are Jen’s…

5 TOP TRADING TIPS FOR NEWBIES 1. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket!

Diversify your portfolio - the greater you broaden your stock portfolio, the less overall risk you will have.

2. Keep Calm and remain focused!

As Warren Buffett so eloquently put, “Remember that the stock market is manic-depressive.” It is constantly going through ups and downs. You need to buy in those downs and sell in the ups.

The stock market suffers declines, like all of us and during these times, people panic and rush to sell their stock, which then becomes a buyer’s market. When the market is up, people get greedy thinking it will keep going up & hold, when they should be selling.

3. Learn from your mistakes!

Be aware of your own bias & emotions.

If in doubt, invest in quality. During tough times, top tier companies outperform their competitors.

4. Don’t be afraid to sell!

Even, if your philosophy is to buy and hold stocks for the long term, continue to monitor your portfolio and consider selling underperformers or reducing your exposure if general economic conditions have changed.

5. Think long-term!

By understanding that investments do not grow overnight, you will learn how

to think long-term, which will help you achieve an average return despite fluctuations in the market.

EMMA’S STORY Following her divorce 6 years ago, Emma came to iInvest with $50k to invest in the stock market, as she wanted to gain control of her financial freedom and earn some additional passive income by the way of dividends.

Whilst we diversified her portfolio, one of the stocks we bought for her was Macquarie Bank (Stock Code MQG), which was trading at approx. $56 per share. As it is now trading at approx. $195 per share, the $10,000 we invested for her, is now worth approx. $40k including the dividend payment she would have received over the last 6 years (above is a chart of MQG’s share price movement over the last 3 years).

Last year Emma decided to take the plunge and establish her own business with some of the money she has made during this period. Her business is already starting to show a profit and we are in discussions about re investing in the stock market for future security.

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LEGAL

WHAT IS A WILL? Your Will is probably one of the most important legal documents you will ever sign. Put simply, your Will states what you want to happen to your assets when you pass on. With proper estate planning, OMB Solicitors will ensure that your right assets go to the right people at the right time.

A Will must appoint somebody, called your executor, to carry out your wishes.

They effectively step into your shoes when you pass and distribute your assets to the beneficiaries. Your Will must also be in writing and signed in the presence of two independent adult witnesses. Those witnesses must not be beneficiaries named in the Will. Although that sounds fairly straightforward, if your Will is not prepared correctly it risks being invalid and your wishes not upheld.

Whether it be your first Will, or it's time to review your existing Will, we recommend you update your Will at least every three years or whenever a major event occurs in your life, such as: • • • •

You have married or divorced since making your last Will You have entered into a de-facto relationship A beneficiary named in your Will has died If one or all of your executors have died or

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are otherwise unable to act, say because of dementia • You have had children or grandchildren since making your last Will • You wish to appoint a guardian of your children • Your assets have increased or decreased significantly, or • You wish to leave a specific asset to a specific person If a person dies either without a Will or the Will is deemed invalid, they are known to die intestate. The ramifications of dying intestate can be very time-consuming and stressful for your loved ones and is almost always legally more expensive if that person had a valid Will. What is more, their assets will be distributed in accordance with estate laws and not their wishes or their estate administered by the Public Trustee. For example, a substantial part of one's estate could be transferred to an estranged spouse

LEGAL

if a divorce order was not obtained following separation. Such an unwanted outcome is easily avoided by preparing even the simplest of wills.

Then there are more complex type wills such as those incorporating testamentary trusts. Testamentary trust wills are used for a variety of reasons but essentially, they are to protect the will maker's beneficiaries from creditors and predators and their in-laws or some may see them as outlaws. Testamentary trust wills have significant advantages over simple wills in that they are used for: • Minimising tax - income tax and capital gains tax • Protecting spendthrift beneficiaries from themselves where they suffer from various addictions including drugs, alcohol, gambling or all of the above • Keeping an inheritance out of the reach of the Family Law Court where the beneficiary is involved in a family law property dispute • Protecting inheritances from a beneficiary’s creditors • Caring for children and the mentally disabled • Avoiding an unintended loss by a beneficiary of their Govern-ment sourced pension or other benefit (although there is limited scope for this).

This underlines the importance of obtaining proper legal advice from an estate planning specialist like Richard Dawson at OMB Solicitors to ensure your hard-earned assets go to the right people at the right time.

RICHARD DAWSON PARTNER AT OMB SOLICITORS Wills Powers of Attorney Estate Planning Estate Administration Self Managed Superannuation Funds Commercial and Residential Conveyancing

Lvl 1/9 Seabank Ln, Southport QLD 4215 P (07) 5555 0000 E info@omb.com.au www.omb.com.au

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PEOPLE

PASSIONATE PEOPLE Passion is a powerful driving force. When you’re a passionate person, you wear your heart on your sleeve.

Being a passionate person is challenging, sometimes heartbreakingly so. It means you lead with your heart, and you put it on the line more often than most.

had numerous leadership positions at the College including, Head of Mathematics, Dean of Studies, Head of Senior School, Assistant Principal and now Principal.

My career is in Education and it is something I am extremely passionate about, believing it is the pathway to success at all levels for our children. My qualifications include a Bachelor of Education (Hons) with double majors in both Physics and Mathematics, as well as a Masters of Education in Leadership and Management, something of which I am very proud.

In my time at the College I have worked hard to develop student-related programs, structures and policies, most significantly in the areas of student leadership, personal development curriculum and student services. This combines my strong academic and pastoral background with a collaborative style of leadership and an ardent belief in creating an inclusive educational environment where individual strengths can be encouraged and nurtured.

Joanne Sheehy As Principal of A.B. Paterson College it is my fundamental belief that it is the quality of the human relationships that exist within a school that define its character, its feel and the essential teaching and learning relationships that are formed.

Schools of substance are often defined by the quality of relationships that exist between students, parents and staff. At A.B. Paterson College, we value these essential partnerships in the education of each and every child. We want students to take educational risks, dare to challenge themselves and aim to succeed. They should feel supported in a caring and nurturing environment with dedicated and highly experienced teachers.

As Principal of A.B. Paterson College, it is my role to lead and direct all Operations from Prep to Year 12 at our campus. I joined A.B. Paterson College in 2003 and have

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It is the quality of teaching and well-being within the classroom that has the greatest impact on student achievement.

We base our teaching and learning strategies on leading international research and the Teaching for Understanding framework, as conceptualised in Project Zero from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. This framework paired with research from Marzano and Hattie drive our Teaching and Learning which facilitates opportunity for our students from Prep to Year 12 to think creatively and learn to apply their skills and knowledge to new and real life-related situations. This leading approach to teaching and learning focuses on the individual student, thereby better providing for their individual needs.

Whilst proud of the very strong academic record that A.B. Paterson College has always maintained, our aim is to develop young men and women of character. The College strives to achieve this by challenging students to develop the intellectual character necessary to become passionate about the ongoing pursuit of learning; to have the skills and confidence to succeed in an increasingly complex world; and to become committed to creating positive futures for the good of all, through leadership and active participation in their communities.

Our College is a thriving and dynamic environment, one with an assortment of outstanding educational opportunities and offerings. I invite you to visit our campus for a personal tour, and an opportunity to see how our community can partner with you, in the education and growth of your child.

PEOPLE

PASSIONATE PEOPLE is one of the best in the business and she believed that I would have what it takes to be in the publicity and marketing field. I wouldn’t be here today without her. Nothing can prepare you for what public relations really is - it’s purely on the job learning and no day is ever the same. Experience is the only way you can learn publicity where relationships are everything, expectations of a 9-5 job have to go out the window and tenacity is survival. But it is the most challenging, exhausting and rewarding job. I was so fortunate to work with almost every industry from a PR perspective with Kath Rose & Associates, but as soon as I got a taste for entertainment, I fell down the rabbit hole.

You are the National PR Manager for Southern Cross Austereo – what does that entail?

My role is to work with the wider Marketing and Communications team for SCA, looking after publicity for our brands, stations and talent across the Hit Network, Triple M Network and audio on-demand brand, LiSTNR. The key job is to champion and support the incredible people and work delivered by our teams all around the country.

Eliza Elliott

Living on the Gold Coast and handling a national

Talk about your school course choices – dux of business at St Rita’s College – and how it prepared you for the corporate world.

Doing hands-on practical work at school was always my thing. Very early into my senior years I knew what I enjoyed doing and where my strengths were, so I started to explore how I could turn that into a career. I found Business and Social Studies so interesting. I understood them well and very quickly because it felt like ‘real world’ work to me.

There was great support from my school. I would venture out one day a week during year 11 and 12 to Brisbane North Institute of TAFE to seek extra qualifications. Business was always my favourite subject, it was just natural understanding for me, which led me to being Dux of the class in both years 11 and 12. By the time I was ready to graduate high school and enrol in university, I had four certificates in hospitality, events, tourism and business.

a strict to-do list and a lot of colour coordination.

You worked for a PR firm for three years in Brisbane – what did that teach you about clients and the media?

One day I walked into a boutique PR agency for a day’s work experience, and I ended up staying for three and a half years. Kath Rose

In such a large business with many stakeholders,

job – how do you make that work?

There needs to be excel spreadsheets, processes, My teams deserve to feel as if I am sitting right next to them in their office every day, whether they are in Hobart, Wagga Wagga or Sydney. I’d say most, if not all of my teams, would hear from me at least once a day and I prioritise my relationship building over everything. It’s the only way to gain trust and maintain a quality working relationship.

Communication is the key with regular check-ins, action plans and video calls. The PR team at SCA are complete experts in their field and we are constantly learning from each other every day. we divide and conquer based on our skillset and interests. I definitely lucked out with this team!

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GOLD COAST BORN AND BRED

WHAT WAS IT LIKE GROWING UP ON THE GOLD COAST? There is nothing like growing up on the Gold Coast, you get the best of both worlds. As kids, myself and my 10 brothers and sisters would be on the farm horse riding, motorbike riding and then after a long day we’d duck down to the beach for a surf.

Ben

HANNANT

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE COAST? Everything! The Gold Coast has it all. From beaches to some of the best places to eat with friends, great weather and the hinterland. Why would you want to live anywhere else but the Gold Coast!

FAVOURITE PLACES TO SEE/DO/EAT ON THE COAST? I love going to The Glades in Robina and playing golf with mates Mat Rodgers and Greg Bird, and I’d have to say my favourite place to eat is at Jimmy Wahs in Burleigh. But nothing beats being at home with my family on our farm in Tallebudgera.

HOW DID YOUR FOOTBALL CAREER BEGIN? When I was in high school I joined my first football club, Burleigh Bears.

In 2001 when I finished high school, I joined the Brisbane Broncos and played with them for the next nine years. I then moved south to play with the Sydney Roosters and Canterbury Bulldogs. My last club was the North Queensland 98 GOLD COAST • PANACHE Magazine

Cowboys, we won the premiership in 2015 and I decided to retire at the end of 2016. During my career I also represented Australia and played five series of State of Origin for Queensland.

WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST LESSON FOOTBALL TAUGHT YOU? Small things turn into big things. If you do the basics right they turn into great results. If you take shortcuts, they can turn into big mistakes. I like to say from little things big things grow (good or bad).

HOW HAS YOUR LIFE CHANGED FROM FOOTY PLAYER TO RADIO HOST? IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A BIG TRANSITION, HOW DID THAT HAPPEN? I was signed to play with the North Queensland Cowboys in 2017, but in the 2016 off-season I got asked to go to Brisbane and do a demo for radio…

I didn’t even know what a demo was!

I told a couple of stories, had a few laughs and two weeks later I got offered the job. It was a really hard decision for me, to leave a career and let go of the identity of being a footy

GOLD COAST BORN AND BRED player, but my wife said I would be crazy not to take an opportunity to be part of a radio station I grew up listening to.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF BEING ON SEA FM? It’s a dream job, we get to chat with the Gold Coast every morning! We hear people’s stories, we have a laugh and it feels like a big family and friendship group with the entire Coast. It really makes this big city feel like small town, that’s a feeling I love.

YOU ARE ONE OF 11 AND A FATHER OF EIGHT, WHAT IS IT LIKE HAVING SUCH A BIG FAMILY/FATHERING EIGHT KIDS? It’s the best thing in the world having a big family. I was always taught in life, nothing worthwhile ever comes easy.

Being a father of eight isn’t always easy but it is by far the most rewarding thing that has ever happened to me. I am so blessed to have a fantastic wife and beautiful kids. They are my wealth.

ON A DAY OFF/WEEKEND, WHAT WOULD WE FIND YOU DOING ON THE GC? Usually on a weekend I’ll go for an early morning surf or fish with my son on Palmy Reef. Then we are back on our farm riding motorbikes, travelling around the GC together or riding the horses on the beach.

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HOROSCOPE

TAURUS

LIBRA

The strong Mars transit overriding your chart will only propel you into a position of prominence and power. Don’t sit on the fence any longer but start to initiate the activities that you enjoy.

Relationships will be unpredictable, yet full of happy surprises and outcomes.

Sometimes slow and steady doesn’t win the race, so Bulls, be proactive.

Saturn – the cosmic cop and teacher has positively challenged many Librans. This has brought more insight, awareness and depth into your psyche and your relationships. No more superficiality, but rather Librans will recognise the valuable lessons they have endured to give life more meaning. Engage in hobbies that stimulate and excite you.

(APR 20 – MAY 20)

GEMINI

(MAY 21 – JUNE 20)

The shift comes as you slow down, smell the roses and ponder, rather than trying to be all things to everyone. It’s time you recognise your need to receive some attention and care so speak up and ask for what you deserve. Don’t live your life for others. Less chaos produces less anxiety Geminis, reserve your energy.

(SEP 23 – 0CT 22)

SCORPIO (OCT 23 – NOV 21)

You will find more cooperation and fulfilment through your business associations. Some Scorpios will see a career change which will see a more content and positive Scorpio. Perhaps your vitality has been low, so it’s important to focus on getting your energy levels back on an even path through diet, exercise and mindfulness.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 – DEC 21)

CANCER

(JUNE 21 – JULY 22)

ARIES (MAR 21 – APR 19)

This year there is strong influence of Pluto which has been present in your chart for some years. Rams will now have the ability to release themselves from past restrictions and obligations.

Believe in yourself and participate in activities that fuel your passion and growth. Engage with people who also share your values as it’s time to create more abundance and pleasure into your life.

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Put on your dancing shoes as your social life is ready to take a front seat. The desire to meet that special someone is high on your agenda. Remember you sensitive Crabs need the right partner, so don’t be in a rush but allow your good intuition to guide you. Stay authentic and true to yourself as that is the only way you will connect with your soulmate.

LEO

(JULY 23 – AUG 22) Leos finding the middle ground in these chaotic times will be the challenge.

However, as the year progresses, Jupiter will add an extra zing into your lives.

Reach out to new areas and embrace some rewarding experiences. Regardless of the ups and downs, Leos will find that they will make the most of the experiences that await them and the results will be very beneficial.

VIRGO

(AUG 23 – SEP 22) Any discontentment on all fronts will now dissolve as Virgos will find that their lives will expand. It will be more fulfilling and success will be around the corner. Virgos will feel more passionate in the areas of their lives that have been stagnant and unrewarding. The important thing to remember is to establish boundaries as always you are an employer’s dream, but now you are aware that enough is enough.

Sagittarians, like everyone else, have felt a bit trapped over the past 18 months, however as things speed up you’ll be ready to take the front seat and shine. It’s important to prioritise what needs your attention. The Archer needs to find the balance between work and pleasure, and many will pack up to conquer new frontiers.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 – JAN 19)

Capricorns need to have some more fun in their lives. Many Goats will want to relocate, invest in property and create a space where they feel at peace. Your ability to apply your nose to the grindstone is very strong. Relationships are also positive, and many may encounter romance in 2022.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20- FEB 18) Saturn has affected Aquarians since 2021, so for some progress may still seem slow.

Self-discipline, patience and resolution are part of the picture and this will enable you to achieve your goals and establish some good foundations. Some tension in relationships but, as always, communication is the key to resolve issues.

PISCES

(FEB 19 – MAR 20)

Pisceans your ruling planet is still in your sign so that keeps you in your own happy place. Intuition is strong and allow that to guide you. However, your powers of discrimination may not be that acute, so listen to your gut feelings. Any health issues will start to improve and a boost from Jupiter in the next few months will make for a very content period.

ASTROLOGY

ANDREW EXPOSED DUKE OF YORK SET TO GET HIS COMEUPPANCE IN NEW YORK - By Nellie McKinley Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, is facing one of the darkest years of his life. He has been stripped of his HRH (His Royal Highness) status, royal duties and other patronages and titles by his mother, Queen Elizabeth 11. Royal sources are quoted as saying the Duke may also be asked to “put his Dukedom into abeyance” due to the humiliation of the settlement of the case brought against him by Virginia Giuffre which was to be heard in a New York court.

His future looks bleak according to his astrological transits for this year.

His civil court case where he was to face sex abuse allegations by Virginia Giuffre has been finalised by a large settlement in Ms Giuffre’s favour.

Virginia had instigated proceedings against Andrew as a result of her alleged sexual abuse by him of her when she was an ‘underage female victim’ and wanted vindication for herself and others.

Purely from an assessment of Andrew’s astrological transits the question is: Can he redeem himself and resurrect his already tattered reputation? As with all things "this too shall pass" but unfortunately for the so called Prince his journey for the next couple of years is set to be one of extreme difficulty on many fronts.

In his birth chart he has a Piscean Sun with his Moon in Scorpio - this indicates to an astrologer that he is

somewhat secretive and coupled with a seductive personality. His Piscean Sun is squared by the planet Pluto giving him a very strong wilfulness and an infatuation with power – it has been widely reported that he continually got away with breaking Buckingham Palace security protocols as one example.

Virginia Giuffre has a strong Sun and Moon in Leo in her first astrological house indicating a highly motivated forthright disposition, together with a strong survival instinct. Her ability to cope with the adversity she has had to endure came to the fore with her determination to win at all costs.

Both their chart transits show a very tumultuous time where Saturn is transiting Prince Edward’s 7th house of relationships and public appeal so his support has and will rapidly deplete. His Mars/Venus conjunction is being hammered by the relentless influence of Pluto which suggests some form of elimination and possibly an exile of one kind or another for his longer-term outlook.

Giuffre similarly has the knife wielding Pluto influence slashing her Mars transit this year so it's not a too comfortable process for her either. The battle of wills has been settled but my prediction is that Prince Andrew’s role in public life is finished.

Nellie McKinley ASTROLOGICAL COUNSELLOR

Nellie McKinley is an experienced astrologer and relationship counsellor. She is passionate about helping people identify their true potential in all aspects of their lives.

Nellie has written regular articles for the Gold Coast Bulletin and her first book, ‘Astrology: A Compatibility Guide’, was published

by Hinkler Books.

She was a featured guest of Peter Gleeson’s ‘News Talk’ on Sky News in 2019 where she gave her insights into Australia’s leadership in the lead up to the Federal election.

Nellie can help you set new goals and discuss your relationships and aspirations for the year ahead.

Contact Nellie for an in-depth chart analysis for yourself or as a gift for a friend.

Ph: 0414 630 777 nellie@mckinleygroup.com.au

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A VIEW FROM THE GOLD COAST Welcome to 2022...

Over the past eighteen months there has been an extraordinary number of reports in the media about the incredible growth in the property market around Australia. To drill this down further to our part of paradise, the Gold Coast has the 3rd highest regional growth nationally.

More space, flexible working conditions and affordability has successfully tempted property buyers to Australia’s regional areas, fuelling a surge in property values and drastically reducing selling times.

CoreLogic’s quarterly Regional Market Update released on 14 February 2022, shows Australia’s 25 largest noncapital city regions continued to achieve unprecedented increases in value. Over the 12 months to January 2022, 24 regions recorded double-digit annual growth for houses, with 18 regions notching up gains in excess of 20%. The median dwelling value across the combined regions jumped 26.1% in the year to January 2022, outpacing the combined capital city dwelling growth rate of 21.3% for the same period.

The Southern Highlands and Shoalhaven region in NSW recorded the highest annual regional

house value growth in the 12 months to January 2022 at 38.2%, followed by Queensland’s Gold Coast (36.3%) and the Sunshine Coast (35.4%).

HAVE PROPERTY PRICES PEAKED? Most banks and economists are indicating that property prices have peaked, values will plateau, with downward pressure towards the backend of 2022 and into 2023. Most banks are predicting a correction of 10% in 2023.

At the coalface of our business across all Queensland offices and locations we’re still seeing strong demand from buyers, BUT with a leaning towards normalising. In other words, we are starting to see less numbers at open homes and days on market starting to increase – albeit small increments. If I had to use an analogy, we’re still driving really fast down the freeway, but not as manic as previous periods.

With many factors on the horizon [Increasing interest rates, General Election, and political uncertainty in Europe], one can only believe 2022 has the potential to throw a few curve balls.

Please enjoy over the next pages a taste of an array of our quality properties on offer this quarter.

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Two-level Apartment - Feels Like a Villa Luxurious and highly sought-after, a two-level villa style apartment.

Open plan with high ceilings soaring overhead. The indoor flows seamlessly to an entertainer private courtyard.

Upstairs, large voids draw natural light in, ensuring bedrooms and mezzanine study are bright and inviting. Two sideby-side car spaces and 2 storage cages.

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Exquisite Whole Floor Sky Residences ‘Comtes Gold Coast’ is living done differently, opening the door on four compelling landmark residences.

Overflowing with style, these homes offer an indulgent and tranquil way of life. Nestled in the Gold Coast’s glittering heart of Surfers Paradise, ‘Comtes Gold Coast’ sparkles with life and makes it easy to breathe in the magic of a waterside life. A life of indulgence.

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‘Comtes Gold Coast’, 11 Aubrey St, Surfers Paradise For Sale From $1,897,500 View By Appointment Paul Arthur 0466 776 700 Jarrad Ireland 0413 748 575

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Exquisite Whole Floor Sky Residences Nestled in the Gold Coast’s glittering heart, ‘Cristal Gold Coast’ sparkles with life and opportunity, overlooking the beach location makes it easy to breathe in the magic of a waterside life. Live beautifully just metres from one of the world’s most famous surf beaches and with every convenience at your fingertips. ‘Cristal Gold Coast’ is a landmark of opulence. It is boutique by intelligent design and reserved for only a lucky few to call home.

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‘Cristal Gold Coast’, 3329 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise For Sale From $1,870,000 View By Appointment Paul Arthur 0466 776 700 Jarrad Ireland 0413 748 575

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Newest Penthouse in Main Beach. Perfection.

Luxurious contemporary living where the sky meets the sea epitomises this 448 sqm nearnew, north-oriented 16th level penthouse.

Expansive interior spaces with ceilings vaulting over 3m feature. Floor to ceiling window and doors link the interior with 3 covered terraces and panoramic views. A residence of high calibre, the finishes and fixtures are impeccable quality. A big screen cinema and the spacious ocean view dining space are the makings for good times and relaxation.

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‘The Polish Place’ Restaurant - Five Chalets This is a chance of a lifetime - calling out for hospitality entrepreneurs working long days who want an idyllic lifestyle with a work-life balance in one of Australia’s most sought-after regions.

Offering an 80 seat restaurant, cabin accommodation and private residence.

‘The Polish Place’, a well-established business, offers a unique culinary experience. Opportunities to grow this business are limitless. Selling freehold.

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Location, Style and Pure Luxury Living.

Pavilions apartments have always been the exclusive address on Hamilton Island, located on the Marina that is north facing with your own marina berth directly outside your residence. Approx.

350 sqm of single level living that you enter via an elevator from your own personal buggy garage. Your own 18 metre berth sits below you to complete this luxury investment.

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WEDDING

"It was everything we could have ever wished"

"There was no aisle, no music, and no nerves JUST US." THE GROOM

THE BRIDE

HOW DID YOU MEET?

NAME AND AGE: CHRIS BRANDENBURG - 33

NAME AND AGE: NATALIE RADICH - 37

We met at work. Our work is project

PARENTS: PAT AND MARION BRANDENBURG

PARENTS: NICK AND JUDY RADICH

GROOMSMEN: NONE

BRIDESMAIDS: NONE

CELEBRANT: LADY LOVE

DRESS: RIXO BRIDAL UK

SUIT: PETER JACKSON

HEADBAND: FELICITY BOEVINK

was always on the cards but with a

TIE: HARDY AMIES

HAIR: THE WOULFE COLLECTIVE

wanted to expedite it. There was no

BOOTS & BELT: COUNTRY ROAD

MAKE-UP: JULIANA CRUZ

surprise engagement. We shopped for

PHOTOGRAPHER: TODD HUNTER MCGAW

FLOWERS: WILDPLAY FLORA

team went over and above to make the

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SHOES: VALENTINO

based so we ended up working on the same project together

HOW DID HE PROPOSE? Getting married was something that terminal diagnosis in our family we

the ring together, and the Birkbeck’s ring in record time. It was still a beautiful proposal at home.

WEDDING

WHERE DID YOU HONEYMOON? With COVID restrictions in place we had little choice, so we headed to Hamilton Island for a week.

HOW DID COVID AFFECT YOU? At the time Queensland had been in and out of lockdowns so we simply planned for the worst. We divided the guest list between the ceremony and the reception, so no matter what happened, we would get married with just immediate family as the witnesses. The reception was also just a dinner - no dancing - and we didn’t have perishable things like a wedding cake.

WHAT WAS ONE OF THE MEMORABLE MOMENTS OF THE DAY? Getting ready together and then heading to the ceremony together. There was no aisle, no music, and no nerves - just us.

BEST ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES? Going from engaged to married in six weeks, we had to be content with near enough was going to have to be good enough. In the end, it was better than good enough - it was everything we could have ever wished. In short, keep the wedding about you, and don’t be worried if things aren’t perfect. We had the happiest day.

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BOATING

All Aboard

Princess V50

YOU ARE ASSURED OF IMPECCABLE HANDLING AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY ABOARD THE ALL-NEW PRINCESS V50 Princess Yachts are delighted to announce the launch of the all-new Princess V50 and V50-Open model.

The first V50 recently completed her initial sea trial in the manufacturer’s home of Plymouth, where she delivered impeccable performance, with surefooted handling and a smooth ride.

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Olesinski and Italian design house Pininfarina, the V50 has been created using all-new hull, deck and canopy moulds to redefine one of the core models in the range.

the addition of the fully integrated Volvo Penta assisted docking system can assist in the management of external factors such as wind, current and manoeuvring in crowded marinas.

At the heart of the new deep-V hull are compact, yet highly efficient, twin Volvo Penta IPS600 or IPS650 engines that can deliver maximum speeds of over 30 knots, and an extended cruising range over the outgoing model through increased fuel capacity to accommodate owner’s outdoor lifestyles, allowing adventurers to travel further afield.

Additional technology includes premium audio from Naim; plus the new Garmin On-Deck smart boat system, an integrated remote connectivity solution which tracks, monitors and controls selected onboard systems from virtually anywhere via a smartphone app.

The all-new V50 is installed with state-of-the-art technology to provide an ease of ownership which makes boating more accessible to new owners. An intuitive IPS system and joystick allows for easy piloting, whilst

Design The V50 is characterised by sleek styling, with a new extended fulllength hull window graphic which integrates the aft air intake, also seen on the class-leading Princess V55. The canopy styling blade is available with an optional paint contrast to enhance

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the V50’s sporty aesthetic. Instantly recognisable as a member of the V Class, the elevated interior styling consists of attractive design lines with flowing shapes and forms.

Textured contrasting fabrics elevate the finish on-board with a new fabric collection implemented across all new and upcoming models in the V and S Class ranges. It retains the same overall design integrity through the use of the finest materials and timbers available.

Princess’s design team have designed the cockpit arrangement and bathing platform to maximise the levels of outdoor living space as seen on larger vessels, with practical access from both sides of the transom to both cockpit and side decks, and an elongated canopy which provides a comfortable shaded area to escape the heat of the sun whilst being in a position to fully appreciate the yacht’s balanced performance.

Patio doors enclose the deck saloon to create a climate-controlled sanctuary, featuring a U-shaped dining area with sideboard opposite concealing a TV

on a rise and fall mechanism. Further forward, the helmsman and navigator are perfectly positioned in bespoke twin helm seats with clear sightlines through the single-pane windscreen, while a large solid opening roof section with integrated glazing above offers the total flexibility of an open boating experience.

Below deck a bright, modern open galley with a bespoke moulded sink, two-zone ceramic hob, combination microwave/convection oven and full height fridge/freezer is situated opposite a generous U-shaped seating area, which can alternatively be replaced with a third two-berth cabin. Four guests enjoy two beautifully appointed cabins that are filled with natural light from the extensive hull glazing, with a full-beam master stateroom situated amidships. The V50 is designed for year-round cruising with flexible spaces and innovative design solutions to maximise cruising comfort and outdoor enjoyment. The all-new Princess V50 raises the bar in what is possible in a 50-foot sports yacht.

SPECIFICATION • Efficient Volvo Penta IPS650 engines provide top speeds in excess of 30 knots

• Latest advanced Princess deep-V hull

• Sleek styling with an extended canopy to provide more usable outdoor space

and handling

• Hand-crafted using premium materials of the highest quality, the V50 is stylish without compromising practicality or usability

info@princessyachts.com.au

design delivers impeccable seakeeping

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The all-new Princess V50 can be viewed at Sanctuary Cove.

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THE FIVE MAIN THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NEW RANGE ROVER.

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The elegant New Range Rover is the most desirable yet, mixing breathtaking modernity and aesthetic grace with technological sophistication and seamless connectivity. The new luxury SUV features its distinctive and sophisticated silhouette but uses pioneering technology to provide a carbon efficient ride and luxury features.

1. MORE CHOICE THAN EVER BEFORE. The New Range Rover is available in SE, HSE and Autobiography models. A First Edition will be available throughout the first year of production, based on the Autobiography and featuring a unique specification. It is exclusively available in a Sunset Gold Satin finish, among a choice of five exterior colours.

For the first time in the marque’s history, the 2022 Range Rover is available with a seven-seat option. Adding 200mm to the wheelbase and two adult-sized chairs behind the second row. There is also a traditional five-seat layout and an ultra-luxurious four-seat SV option, with airline-style reclining seats for rear passengers.

2. THE NEW RANGE ROVER IS A ‘NOISE-CANCELLING’ CAR

3. YOU CAN PARK THE NEW RANGE ROVER, WITHOUT EVEN SITTING IN IT.

The New Range Rover makes every journey an occasion to be remembered, combining advanced technology with modern luxury to deliver peerless refinement for every occupant, including those in the new third-row seats. By eliminating unwanted noises, vibrations and distractions – and reducing the cognitive load on the driver and passengers – occupants will arrive at their destination feeling refreshed, even after the longest journeys.

Using ‘Remote Park Assist5”, operated using a smartphone app, you can manoeuvre into and out of parking spaces remotely. New Manoeuvring Lights also help drivers complete low-speed manoeuvres in dimly lit surroundings with complete confidence, by creating a carpet of light around the perimeter of the vehicle, working with the 3D Surround Camera system to provide effortless manoeuvrability.

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The New Range Rover is available to order now, priced from $220,200 plus on-road costs. Configure yours here: www.landrover.com.au/newrangerover

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4. THE INTERIOR IS BOTH MORE SUSTAINABLE AND MORE CONNECTED. Inside the New Range Rover, there are more options than ever before.

With a focus on sustainable materials and fabrics, and luxurious alternatives to traditional leather that combines Ultrafabrics™ and Kvadrat™ wool-blend. Not only does the Range Rover’s interior options create a tranquil sanctuary, it is also more connected than ever. The New Range Rover maintains its rich bloodline of pioneering innovation with a suite of technologies designed to effortlessly enhance convenience, efficiency, refinement and safety. The Range Rover revolutionises the in-car experience with seamlessly integrated Amazon Alexa. This brilliant addition helps minimise distractions by recognising intuitive verbal commands for music, navigation and traffic updates, smart home devices and more.

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5. IT WILL SOON BE AN ALL-ELECTRIC SUV (BUT NOT YET).

Customers are currently able to purchase a petrol, diesel or 375W plug-in hybrid version, before Range Rover launches their all-electric range in 2024.

The all-electric Range Rover is part of Land Rover’s new ‘Reimagine’ strategy, which sees that brand look towards a sustainably rich reimagination of modern luxury, unique customer experiences and positive societal impact. In the next five years, Land Rover will welcome six pure electric variants as it continues to be the world leader for luxury SUVs.

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PACIFIC FAIR MAGIC MILLIONS POLO The annual Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo was once again a social and sporting success. The addition of show jumping to the mix this year added to the festival of equine activities as horses thundered around Doug Jennings Park. The Pacific Fair Marquee and the Magic Millions hockerdome were the places to be seen as guests mingled next to the grounds.

Amanda Abate and Tamra Bow

LAURA Bree Thurston and Jasmine Dunmore

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Jane Hawkes and Adele Orton

Kate Bennett and Belinda Dawes

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Breakfast, brunch and lunch are just as delectable sourcing local Aussie produce and our talented team can cater for events and functions.

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MAGIC MILLIONS FASHIONS OF THE FIELD

So much colour and individual flair for the style fest that is the Magic Millions Fashions of the Field. While entries were down due to Covid and the number of interstate folk who would normally enter, the standard was seemingly higher than previous years.

As an adjunct to the big races it is the perfect finale to a fantastic carnival that celebrates all things equine and fashion.

Sophie Allport and Kerrie Carucci

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Leona Gallagher and Hayley Elliott

Jeremy Merten and Stevie Bray

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JERSEY BOYS! The chance to see a real life Broadway show in the showroom at The Star when ‘Jersey Boys’ hit the stage in January. Sublime harmonies from the stars helped to recreate the unique sounds of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons as the story of their rise to fame was brought to life.

Tayla Lustig and Taylor Kuhnemann

Crystal Fox and Sally Fox

Sarah Greenhalgh and Billy Bentley

Nicole Solomon and Jay Sandtner

Annie Larsen and Ida Crema

Ross Hepburn and Lauren Poulier

Kristy and David Fleischmann

Claudia and Russell Ballam

Rode Cowling and Regan Baker

Prav Daya and Marion Scrivens

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GCWW AT EDGEWATER It was a chance for a relaxing lunch before the Christmas rush kicked into top gear for VIP supporters of the Gold Coast Wonder Women group. Held at Edgewater Dining in Capri on Via Roma, the day also doubled as a fundraiser for the Gold Community Fund.

Liz Kinchin and Liz Clift

Anna Lee and Katie Jones

Cheryl Stewart

Niki Taylor

Nicole Garrett and Vanessa Voss

Shannon Graham and Claire Mitchell

Pat Worboys and Suzanna Costello

Pam Sturgess and Katy Smith Page

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MAGIC MILLION THE GLASSHOUSE The coolest place to be – temperature wise and socially – on Magic Millions Day was The Glasshouse. Gold Coast Turf Club made the decision last year to update and modernise The Dome and created an amazing new space for functions and big race days. Guests from the corporate, sporting, racing and social world were invited to enjoy our big day surrounded by luxe design, amazing food and a never ending supply of drinks that refresh.

Heidi and Janelle Whalley

Zdenka De Jersey and Susie Montague

Candice Nixon and Erin McNaught

Patricia O'Callaghan and Leanne Coddington

Nicole Slater and Gemma Elder

David Meli and Georgia Frizelle

Jen Bertolissio and Emily Barnett

Sharon Dawson and Adam Rytenskild

Megan Pechey

Luke Abraham and Jessica Mellor

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GOLD COAST LOCAL CHARITIES LUNCH Once a month Pam Sturgess and her many supporters stage the Gold Coast Local Charities Lunch at Edgewater Dining in Capri on Via Roma. The aim is simple – have lunch with great friends and raise money for a different charity.

This time the charity was RizeUp which does so much to help those families affected by domestic violence.

Petra Lengsfeld and Suzanne McCarthy

Pat James, Katy Smith Page and Elizabeth Jones

Lisa Ketjen and Karen Schwerkolt

Nicole Daley and Natalie Mayne

Charmayne Partridge, Barb Schaal and Carmelle Young

Pam Sturgess and Noelene Blanchard

Lou McGregor, Ellen Kelly and Dee Berridge

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SIBLINGS OPENING The end result of three years of planning, consultation and investing for renowned restaurateurs Peter and Tracey Cianci.

Their dream was to create Siblings Kirra, an open-air restaurant on the old Pizza Hut site overlooking Kirra Beach. The façade of the 1920s kiosk has been retained but internally is a space designed to make you feel as though you are dining on the beach.

It is truly something very special.

Jarrod Kyle, TJ, Hannah, Tracey and Peter Cianci

Aaron and Sarah O'Malley

Katherine Galvin and Bonnie Kyle

James and Brooke Spillane

Elise Johnstone and Nicole Van Leeuwestyn

Maya Scholz and Fiona Zedda

Kelli Wilson and Nic Dumont

Jennifer and David Smith

Zanna Carey and Jennifer Kiriakos

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PASPALEY VIP LUNAR NEW YEAR EVENT Celebrating the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Tiger, Vlushe Lounge’s Mitch and Selina Wan hosted an intimate group of VIPs at Paspaley’s luxurious Brisbane boutique at QueensPlaza. As guests sipped Perrier-Jouët, Paspaley designer João Vaz, regaled them with how Paspaley’s magnificent pearls are cultivated off WA’s Kimberley coast and how he creates the magnificent pieces for which the luxury brand is renowned. Guests were then whisked by Maseratis to a decadent 14-course Omakase Experience degustation at Takashiya at Emporium Hotel served up by the acclaimed Japanese restaurant’s revered executive chef Takashi Nami. Photo (left): Leah Desborough, Socials: Melina Muenstermann

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ARE YOU A BORN AND BRED GOLD COASTER? I was born in Sydney and moved to the Gold Coast in 1980.

It’s the best move we ever made.

WHAT SCHOOL DID YOU GO TO? The Southport School and my son Bailey has just finished there last year after 13 years.

WHERE DO YOU WORK? I am a partner in OMB solicitors in Southport, a business of which I am so proud and a Law Firm that people love.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A PARTNER AT OMB SOLICITORS? Since 1999.

YOU ARE A BOARD MEMBER FOR THE GOLD COAST SUNS? HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN DOING THIS AND WHAT DOES THIS ENTAIL? Yes I have been on the board for about six years now and absolutely love it. The board and the entire organisation from staff to players are passionate about delivering a great men's and women's football programme in the AFL. Honestly it is so much more than that for the Gold Coast Community - it has been about growing the game in Queensland and being an integral part of our wonderful and fast growing city.

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DO YOU TRAVEL WITH THE PLAYERS, TEAM AND STAFF? BEST GAME YOU HAVE BEEN TO WATCH? Covid protocols permitting, I love to travel with the team to some away games as you can really get a feel of the closeness of this playing group and the determination they have to succeed.

Best game for me was a couple of years ago when we beat Carlton at home and Jack Bowes snapped a left foot goal in the last 30 seconds to steal the game. The jubilation and joy was amazing.

THE PEOPLE MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU ARE? My immediate and extended family who I am lucky to have all living on the Gold Coast.

THE KEY TO HAPPINESS? Good health and the ability to look positively at life.

PEOPLE THAT KNOW YOU, KNOW YOU LOVE? Keeping active. I love being being involved in physical activities be it surfing, going to the gym, running, swimming or anything else and what better place to do it than on the Gold Coast.

THE BEST ADVICE YOU HAVE EVER RECEIVED? Don’t worry about what other people think of you.

WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT? My family and building the best law firm on the Gold Coast.

THOUGHTS ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Highly overrated and quite frankly dangerous.

Too many people believe everything they see on social media and it is not a true reflection of a person’s life nor can you judge success on the number of likes you get.

THE MEANING OF LIFE IS…. Enjoy your time, because it is the one thing that you can't get back. You can’t borrow it or buy it - you are given a set amount so use it well.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT LIVING AND WORKING ON THE GOLD COAST? Everything. I love the climate, attitude of the people, the beach and the laid back lifestyle. What's not to love?

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