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Giveaways

This edition we are celebrating all things Japanese!

Whether food, festivals, or fashion, Melbourne welcomes it’s East-Asian neighbours. Read inside for all our Japanese features, domo arigato!

5 Double passes to the Japanese Film Festival screening of - page 10 The Town’s Children 10 Double passes to P is for Princess

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2 Double passes the NICA - page 8 Circus Showcase

plus Peninsula Hot Springs - page 11 feature

Gardens in harmony

pages 4

Soulful style

pages 9

The Japanese Film Festival

page 10

Shoya: Beyond Sushi - page 12

Building a healthy body - page 13

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GoCatch!

By Karl Shami

Editor-in-Chief: Paul McLane Editorial: Dione Joseph Marketing & Media Manager: Heather Bloom Interns: Karl Shami, Melissa Ulrich, Cassie McKay, Steven Ho Designer: Matt Hocking Marketing: Pummi Sooden Photographer: AP Guru Production Manager: Lisa Stathakis Publisher: Paras Australia Pty Ltd

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ow many times have you called a cab and waited for what seems an eternity only for it never to show up?

Whether you’re waiting for a taxi after a night out, or early in the morning to take you to the airport, this can be one of the most frustrating experiences that Melburnians face.

That’s where GoCatch comes into play.

Currently available on iPhones, GoCatch allows you to view taxis and book free ones by tapping on them. It then

lets you see the taxi on route, so you know exactly when it’s coming.

Coming at a time when the Victorian taxi industry is under enquiry, the app’s cofounder Andrew Campbell believes GoCatch is playing a vital role in improving the taxi experience.

“One of the things they’re looking at is how to improve the efficiency and reliability, and the experience in general of catching a taxi in Victoria,” says Campbell.

“We believe that we we’re doing makes a massive contribution towards that.”

The app has won multiple

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Catching a cab can be a frustrating waiting game

business and entrepreneurship awards, and has received support from the New South Wales government, through their collaborative solutions program.

So what exactly does GoCatch do that sets it apart from other taxi apps? “[We want] to take away the pain of when you want to take a taxi to the airport; you just don’t know if it’s going to arrive or not,” says Campbell.

“You may have booked one, but you simply don’t know if it’s coming or not, you’ve got no idea. But with GoCatch we’ve put you in direct connection and direct contact with the taxi driver.”

But simply viewing the cab on its way to your location isn’t the only function of the app, as it also allows users a much more interactive experience.

Passengers can rate taxi drivers who have the app, so the next person who fires it up can see which drivers have a higher rating or find their favourite driver.

“For the first time ever in Australia you can see what their rating is,” says Campbell.

“When you get a taxi driver you like you can give a five star rating, and that’s never been possible before.”

Photo: Anastasia Fai

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Andrew Campbell and Ned Moorfield, co-founders of GoCatch

This works both ways, with taxi drivers rating their customers on their attitudes and punctuality.

“On the flipside, passengers actually get rated as well, so we’re improving the experience for taxi drivers,” says Campbell. “[Imagine] you’re a taxi driver, and you get a job, someone wants you to pick them up, you don’t necessarily know if they’re going to wait around for you or not. With GoCatch we give passengers a reliability rating…it helps drivers and it

helps passengers and it rewards positive behaviour by everyone.

Of course this all only works if passengers and taxi drivers both have GoCatch installed, and it does rely on its users to spread the word. The more people who use GoCatch, the more successful as more cabs and ratings are added to the system.

The app is free to download for iPhones and currently services approximately one thousand taxis in Melbourne and just over a thousand in Sydney.

Thinking outside the cube

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nstantly recognisable for its vibrantly coloured sides, the Rubik’s Cube is one of the most successful puzzles of all time, challenging the individual’s skill, cognitive dexterity and lightness of touch to locate all squares of a particular colour on the same surface.

Despite competition from digital challengers, the cube is a tenacious part of our collective memory, with most households bound to have one at some stage of completion hidden away in the garage or attic.

For some, though, the Rubik’s Cube holds pride of place on the mantelpiece. For these ardent admirers of the cube’s complexity, the retro puzzle remains steadfastly a part of daily life. So why the hype?

Software developer Tim McMahon came across the Cube at work, and after solving it in three days, was hooked.

“Within two weeks I had my time down to one minute and 21 seconds, and I started looking for others to time myself against.”

Photo: Swinburne University of Technology

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Correction

Dear readers, we would like to apologise for the following inaccuracies in our previous editions’ health feature on page 12.

The extract quote was not from Dr Goldberg but Peter Carr, and the photo of Dr. Goldberg was from his collection. He has no affiliation with the Men’s Shed association.

Swinburne’s Ruby Robot puzzles out a Rubik’s cube in style

Photo: Swinburne University of Technology

By Stephanie Campisi

The team behind Swinburne’s Ruby Robot

McMahon set up the Rubik’s Cube Club at RMIT and set his sights on the competitive circuit.

Three years later, the prospective participants number several dozen. “Most competitors are in their teens and mid-twenties, but our oldest competitor is 81,” says McMahon.

The Melbourne contingent of Rubik’s Cube afficionados competes several times a year, battling it out on cubes as simple as 2x2 all the way up to 7x7.

Other divisions require competitors to puzzle out the cube in as few moves as possible. Poor methodology or a breech of the puzzle-solving rules can result in instant disqualification. “It can get quite

competitive depending on the location and the division,” says McMahon.

Additional challenges await those who boast dexterity well above average. There’s the onehanded Rubik’s Cube challenge, the blindfolded challenge, and a “feet only” challenge that would put a soccer player to the test. Tim is currently honing his skills on the one-handed division, which requires impressive stamina and muscle strength.

The Rubik’s Cube may not be an Olympic sport, but the competition is fierce and the speed and dexterity exhibited by the participants astonishing.

The current record holder, Melbourne teenager Feliks Zem-

degs, can solve the 3x3 cube in just 5.66 seconds.

Even the world’s fastest Rubik’s Cube solving robot, Ruby, languishes behind Zemdegs, with a personal best of just over ten seconds. Although the Olympics may be a distant dream, the Swinburne-based team behind Ruby is vying to have Rubik’s Cube solving recognised by the Guinness World Records.

The next Melbourne-based Rubik’s Cube contest will take place in November and the biennial World Rubik’s Cube Championship takes place in Bangkok over the October 14-16, with competitors competing for a grand prize of $30,000.

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MCN FEATURE

NOVEMBER 24, 2011 • VOL 2, ISSUE 17

By Dominic Teahan

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Photo: Kihara Landscapes

re you tired of staring at your drab backyard?

A Japanese garden is a realistic option for both city and suburban dwellers.

The Japanese garden design stems from ancient Buddhist roots and it has developed over many centuries as a vital component of Japanese culture and society. Today, Japanese gardens can be found all over the world. For example, the Melbourne Zoo has a lovely Japanese garden layout; deciduous and evergreen trees thrive in a family-and-animal-friendly environment.

Mr Motoyoshi Kihara from Kihara Landscapes is a third generational landscaper and over the past twenty years, he has practiced and perfected his art here in Australia.

“Melbourne is ideally suited for Japanese gardens,” explains Moto, “All four seasons can be celebrated and the climate is well suited.” Since Victoria suffers drought regularly, Japanese gardens that are low maintenance, such as pebble gardens or those with small water features, are in high demand. “The success of a Japanese garden is its versatility and the design can incorporate symbolic elements to represent a certain style,” says Moto.

When planning the design of your Japanese garden, you must follow some basic principles. Firstly, you need purpose.

The design of your garden must suit the site and not vice versa.

Secondly, you need order. For example, first place the stones, then the trees, and then the shrubs. Finally, you need balance. The feel of the garden trumps its components.

Framing spaces with Japanese style

Photo: Creative Commons/Photogitis

A garden of balance, harmony and simplicity

Brilliant colours enhance a tranquil garden

A Japanese garden should look natural and give an appearance that it grew organically. Strive for a well-balanced garden. Japanese design prefers asymmetry in order to give a more natural look. Man-made streams have curves and other features to give them the appearance of being au natural.

Bonsai trees rely on an asymmetrical make-up and are a staple in Japanese Garden design.

Odd numbers are also important as they further represent unevenness.

Designs should be kept simple. In this instance, less is more. Moto advises, “when planting a Maple, one should take account of its position in relation to east and west and this attention to detail can be better appreciated without excess clutter.”

Contrast is crucial as it creates tension between elements; lines create both tension and tranquillity while curves soften the effect. Openness, or emptiness, indicates the possibility of interaction between all elements and is essential in developing balance. As the Japanese proverb wisely explains, “with-

out nothing, you cannot have something”.

Some of the essential ornaments for your Japanese garden should include stone lamps (which represent the four natural elements, earth, fire, water and wind) and statues of male and female lions (which represent the two opposite forces, yin and yang). They are placed

at the entrance to protect the garden from intruders. Bridges are also important ornaments for any Japanese garden. The Moonbridge represents the movement from one world into another.

A successful Japanese garden must abide by traditional principles while acknowledging subtlety, contradictions

and imperatives. There is no single translation and so finding a balance is not always easy. Moto acknowledges that practicality is also important, especially when incorporating design layout and elements to restricted sites. A holistic approach coupled with creativity will result in a purposeful balanced Japanese garden.

Strolling gardens

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aiyu-shiki, or Strolling Gardens, require the observer to walk through the garden on a designated path. Carefully designed, a Strolling Garden uses the Japanese principle “hide and reveal” in order to enlighten and revive the spirit of those that venture into the garden. This is achieved by using borders such as hedges to create directed movement and tension through the space. Following the hill and pond design style, a Strolling Garden can cover large areas but can also be created in a small backyard.

Hiraniwa, or Flat Gardens,

have a contemplative feel and are found in front of palaces and temples. The natural landscape is represented abstractly; raked gravel symbolises rivers while groups of stones represent islands. This type of garden can be recreated in small roof spaces or terraces as more shade tolerant plants are used.

Rojiniwa, or Tea Gardens, provide an intimate atmosphere for tea ceremonies. These gardens are normally small and enclosed and are usually part of a larger garden. Typically they will contain a tea house and a basin for cleansing. Plantings are simple and sparse.

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Photo: Courtesy of Lauren Burns

Olympian gold medalist talks Taekwondo

By Tom Valcanis

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self-discipline, harmony, compassion and clarity of mind in its practitioners. As recently as 2009, the Victorian Department of Education and Early Childhood Development recommended that children of school age to take up coordination enhancing sports such as martial arts. According to it’s Early Years and Development Framework this would encourage a general sense of wellbeing and help pupils to become “confident and enhanced learners.”

Lauren Burns, Taekwando instructor and Gold Medallist for Women’s Taekwondo (49kg division) at the Sydney 2000 summer Olympic Games

believes that martial arts can be beneficial to children of all ages and real improvements can be seen in children with learning difficulties. “[Martial Arts] definitely promotes mental fitness from any age, at any level,” Lauren says. “I see a lot of kids come in with learning difficulties, difficulties with concentration or other troubles at school and through the elements that they learn through training, it’s made a real impact on their school situation from an educational perspective.”

Some spiritual martial arts also have a strong emphasis on meditation to clear one’s mind before or even during combat

Photo: Courtesy of Lauren Burns

artial arts in films and comics is far removed from street combat or sparring activities.

Though many are ancient practices, the knowledge they yield is still pertinent for the modern age. More importantly, many martial artists attain benefits that reach far beyond the physical as routine training strengthens the mind as much as it does the body.

What is often forgotten are the benefits of martial arts in education. The tradition of many martial arts dates back hundreds, if not thousands of years. Passed down from Grandmaster to student, martial arts instill the virtues of

Lauren Burns is a force to be reckoned with

Lauren Burns meditates upon her next move

training, crucial not only for advancing through the belts and ranks, but for everyday mental wellbeing.

Sin Moo Hapkido, a Korean martial art, emphasizes growth in awareness of mind-body connection through its training syllabus. Each training session comprises special Danjun breathing to centre one’s mind that lays the foundation for group and individual meditation. Chief Instructor Ken Mahony of Bayside Hapkido, a third Dan Black Belt, says that meditation “helps concentration, improves awareness of your body and clears the mind.

“Meditation inspires calmness, which is good for all kinds of social interactions; students are less likely to worry or feel anxious and overcome phobias that can arise around that.

When we can calm the mind, we can handle conflict better and meditation as well as the physical martial arts is a fantastic way of doing that.”

Lauren adds that martial arts are a sport for our “rapidly changing times,” as children now grow up in a world filled wall-towall with digital distractions.

“I think a sport that brings back that stillness to our lives when there’s so much stimula-

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“I see a lot of kids come in with learning difficulties, difficulties with concentration or other troubles at school and through the elements that they learn through training, it’s made a real impact on their school situation from an educational perspective.”

- Lauren Burns Mark Castagnini, former Muay Thai champion and head instructor at Hammers Gym strongly believes that mental fitness is as important as physical prowess. Martial arts of all different types have something to offer the student in the classroom, as he explains. “There’s many types of martial arts: Korean taekwondo, Japanese

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karate, Muay Thai from Thailand; they all have their various styles and attributes…but they all have a big mental aspect to it. All the moves that you make require coordination and develop your mind in a different way than just going to the gym and lifting weights or going for a run.

“The tactical moves in martial arts do take time to develop to a high enough skill. When you’re working with a partner on defence drills you have to know which correct techniques to employ to defend yourself so your partner also has the benefit of learning through being able to counter your strikes.

You have to use the mental side of martial arts to push yourself through the physical aspect of it.”

Mark Castagini emphasizes that the discipline enforced in the various dojo or training gyms is right out of a child’s comfort zone. Through running classes, he finds that almost “all the kids are towing the line; no one’s skylarking or unruly,” which has direct effects on their school lives, contributing to improved focus in the classroom.

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MCN RED CARPET

This week on the Red Carpet...

We have the launch of the Adolfo Dominguez flagship store at Chadstone Shopping Centre as well as the unveiling of the Kubik open-air music venue, the center of Melbourne Music Week.

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A model showcases designs by Tube Gallery

A model showcases designs by Ki Artik Batik Culture

A model showcases designs by Tube Gallery

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A model showcases one of the entries in the Young Fashion Designers Contest 2011 fashion show

The 2012 Annual Jakarta Fashion Show Casting the spotlight on stunning design, colour and feathers this year’s Jakarta Fashion Show takes colour to fluorescent new heights!

A model showcases designs by Ashley Isham, Singaporean designer

A model showcases designs by Sessa fashion

A model showcases designs by Tuty Cholid, Indonesian Fashion Deigners Council

A model showcases designs by Tube Gallery

Designer at Sarinah Dept. Store

A model showcases designs by Ghea, Indonesian Fashion Designers Council

A model showcases designs by Ashley Isham, Singaporean designer

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MCN EVENTS

Events Calendar

NOVEMBER 24, 2011 • VOL 2, ISSUE 17

Welcome to our events calendar, packed with arts, entertainment, eco-events, social gatherings and stimulating public discourse.

Our month-at-a-glance directory is your gateway to fun in the city.

Event listings are free and subject to space availability. Email up to 50 words to events@mc-news.com.au, or stand out with a photo for only $80. Cut-off date for the next available issue is Thursday December 1 at 5pm.

Lil Wayne Side Show Tuesday Nov 29 Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

15th Japanese Film Festival

Crown’s Christmas Spectacular

Nov 29 – Dec 6 ACMI and Hoyts Theatres For more info visit: 15th.japanesefilmfestival.net/

Nov 21 – Jan 2 Crown Casino Atrium For more info visit: www.crowncasino.com.au

Victorian Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ball Saturday Nov 26 The Arena, North Geelong Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ball Bollywood Style! Bollywood comes to Geelong at the annual Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ball to be held at The Arena, with an inclusive of a threecourse meal, beverages, live entertainment and special guests. All proceeds go to the Children’s Ward at Geelong Hospital. Dressing up in Bollywood theme is encouraged! Tickets are $99 per person.

From comedy and action, anime and drama, the Japanese Film Festival showcases the very best of Japanese cinema.

For its 15th year, the festival aims to introduce Australian audiences to the wonders of East-Asian cinema. With over 30 films on show this year, including two dealing with the devastating consequences of the earthquakes, this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever. If just watching the amazing films isn’t enough, there are panel discussions, special screenings and even an opportunity for kids to come dressed as ninjas!

Each year, Crown is proud to present Australia’s largest and most spectacular display of Christmas decorations.

Continuing a true Melbourne tradition, Crown will again amaze guests and light up the grand Atrium for Christmas this December. The sixstorey high Christmas tree will return, accompanied by cheeky animatronic characters, thrilling and enchanting both the young and the young at heart.

Eddie Izzard

The Story Of Mary MacLane by Herself

Women’s Circus Snakes & Ladders

Nov 25 - Dec 11 Malthouse Theatre, Southbank

Sunday Nov 27 Drill Hall, 395 Barkly Street For more info visit: www.womenscircus.org.au

Saturday Nov 26 Palais Theatre For more info visit: www.eddieizzard.com Hailed as one of the foremost stand up comedians of his generation, comic genius Eddie Izzard will bring his deliriously funny show “Stripped” to Australia after a gap of eight years. Audiences of all ages can’t get enough of this comedy superstar. He breaks all the rules in comedy and will have you laughing harder than you have ever laughed before. He takes ideas and situations and extrapolates them into bizarre, absurd and surreal comic narratives. From selling out Madison Square Garden Eddie Izzard has become a comedic powerhouse that cannot be stopped. Don’t miss your chance to see Eddie Izzard live in Australia!

Promiscuous, prophet or philandering fool? Mary MacLane is a woman you’d be mad not to meet. More than one hundred years ago, The Story of Mary MacLane set America aflame with a shocking confessional from a 19-year old girl who refused to succumb to the corset-bound prudery of her age, Mary’s scandalous memoir broke all the rules and sold over 100,000 copies. The Story of Mary MacLane by Herself will whirl you through a kaleidoscopic tale of the greatest genius you’ve never heard of, defy you to look deep within and dare you to dance with the devil.

The Women’s Circus returns to the Big West Festival with its trademark large-scale circus spectacle. One dice, one coin and a wild card. Based on the ancient game of Snakes and Ladders, the show explore the role of chance in life, where the performers are pieces on the stage of life and the audience determines their fate. Each roll of the dice and each flip of the coin decide when the women fly, freeze, spin or frolic through a myriad of circus skills and breathtaking group images. No two shows will be the same; this year the Women’s Circus is celebrating 20 years of inspiring and empowering contemporary circus.

Four time Grammy winning rapper Lil Wayne will perform his own headline solo shows in Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne while he is in Australia for the Eminem tour in November.

Lil Wayne is special guest on Eminem’s sold out stadium tour in Australia, but will now also give his fans a chance to see him in his full “I Am Still Music” show. Wayne is a dynamic performer celebrated for his endless energy and high voltage live show. This tour continues to be his strongest to date. The I Am Still Music tour has been playing to sold-out crowds and rave reviews across North America for the most part of 2011. Do not miss this larger than life hip-hop performer who never fails to amaze!

Santa’s Special at Puffing Billy

BBQ Your Way to the USA

Saturday Nov 26 1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave For more info call: 9757 0700 or visit: www.puffingbilly.com.au

Friday Nov 25 Queen Victorian Markets Free entry

Santa is visiting Puffing Billy and very special trains have been organised so that Santa can meet as many families as possible. Travel aboard a delightfully decorated steam-hauled train for a journey through the beautiful Dandenong Ranges on this historic railway line, opened in December 1900. At Emerald, Santa will hand a present to each child whilst Santa’s helpers will provide adults with refreshments (sherry, wine or cordial and festive treats). The Cardinia Shire Council has shelters for groups of up to 100 people available for hire.

Bookings for the shelters must be made through Puffing Billy (rates available upon request).

The shelters are popular so it is advisable to book them early.

When it comes to the char grill are you the sultan of beef, conqueror and boss of the great Aussie steak? If so then this is the event for you.

A team of five Aussies will be selected to represent our nation at the BBQ Capital Cook-Off in Lexington USA next April.

The competition is open for entries from November 1-15 with the cook-off final to be held on Friday November 25 at Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market. To enter, either visit the meat retailers in Queen Victoria Market’s Meat Hall and pick up a flyer, or visit www.themainmeal.com.au/ BeefTongmaster for an entry form and full terms and conditions. Time to test the tongs, don the apron, and fire up the barbecue…Australia’s reputation is at stake!

Competitions P is for Princess

NICA Circus Showcase

For your chance to win one of 10 double passes to Sesame Street’s latest movie, P is for Princess, email win@mc-news. com.au with ‘Sesame Street’ in the subject line and include your full name and phone number. The movie is screening at Hoyts Jnr on between November 5 and December 11.

For your chance to win one of 2 double passes to the NICA Circus Showcase on Wednesday November 30 at 7:30pm email win@mc-news.com.au with ‘NICA’ in the subject line and include your full name and phone number.

Concert for Youth Monday December 5, 7pm – 9pm Athenaeum theatre 188 Collins Street To book call: 9650 1500 or 132 849 or visit: www.ticketek.com.au The Koorie Heritage Trust presents its fundraising gala Concert for Youth at the Athenaeum Theatre in December. The Koorie Heritage Trust’s objective is to protect, preserve and promote the living culture of the Aboriginal people of South-East Australia.

The Trust aims to bridge the cultural gap between Koories and non-Koories by generating greater awareness and understanding. The Koorie Heritage Trust have packaged a showcase of Indigenous and non-Indigenous performing artists for its Gala. Performers include Rod Quantock, Dave Thornton, Tommy Little, Dave Callan, Deborah Conway and Willy Zygler, Dan Sultan, Peter Rotumah, Lindsay Field (John Farnham Band), Paul Norton, Wendy Stapleton, Noel Tovey, Eloise Yunkaporta, Constantina Bush and The Bushettes, James Henry, King Kadu and The Sunshine Sisters, Tammy Anderson and hip hop artists Phunktional. Tickets are $100 for premium or single tickets are $55.

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Soulful style

“Past, present and future; that slogan continues in almost everything around which my work evolves.

Timeless beauty and femininity in my design is profound, in a way for the wearer to express their inner soul.”

- Akira Isogawa

Photo: Marie Claude Mallet PR

Timeless beauty and femininity in my design is profound, in a way for the wearer to express their inner soul.”

This expression of the inner soul or identity is a key philosophy in Japanese fashion design. If you walk down the streets of Harakjuku in Japan you’ll see exquisite outfits and unique style that is hard to find elsewhere. Harajuku fashion brings together traditional elements from Japanese fashion, such as kimonos, and integrates them into every day dress. Over the years, Harajuku fashion has

Feminine, sexy style encapsulated in Yeojin Bae’s Summer 2011 collection

evolved into numerous different styles, but the philosophy remains the same, style is about individuality, your outfit should be a thoughtful expression of who you are.

In 1999 Akira was awarded Designer of the Year and Womenswear Design of the Year at the Australian Fashion Industry Awards, and since then his work has been met with great acclaim internationally and within Australia. Here in Melbourne, his designs are available at his eponymous boutique in GPO. His current collection evokes Japanese blossoms and soft Asian drapery, in summery tones of persimmon, turquoise and citrus. They’re the perfect garments to drift through summer without the heat causing undignified strain.

Korean born Australian fashion designer Yeojin Bae was the youngest student at 15 years of age, to study at the Whitehouse Institute of Design in Melbourne. Bae launched her own label in 2006 which has since met with great success. Her designs are feminine, tailored and crafted to perfection. The quality, intricate detailing and natural materials work together to produce garments that are strong, sexy, feminine and individual. For the approaching summer, her designs encapsulate the cool grace of the independent woman. Contrasting bold tones such as black, red and brilliant azure blue with softer nudes and pinks, her garments offer sophisticated silhouettes that are both relaxed and elegant.

Available online and at Myer, Bae’s collection is sexy, delicate and includes outfits that are perfect to wear from work to the festive season’s cocktails.

The secret to exuding style is about finding what inspires you. It may be that seriously fun iPhone cover splashed in diamantes or that gorgeous white fur coat with gold buttons.

Fashion is meant to be played with – if you’re stuck, take a trip to Tokyo and start having fun.

Mix vintage prints with modern shapes, designer staples with opshop finds. Melbourne is home to an incredible display of local and international talent, not to mention the numerous vintage, boutique and department stores on offer.

Australian born Sophie Jacobs is proud of her Chinese roots. This graduate of RMIT fashion design, says that for her, fashion is an expression of personality. Her designs are inevitably influenced by her background, but on a subconscious level. Embracing refreshingly bright colours, beading and strong shapes; the mixture of textures, colours and patterns are imaginative,

Fashion designer, Yeojin Bae, has made her mark in Australian fashion design

inspired and fun. Above all, Jacobs never lets anybody tell her what she can or can’t wear. If she loves something, she’ll find a way to wear it with confidence.

Don’t be afraid to be

yourself. In the words of Akira, “A garment can transcend giving it a soul.” So in the spirit of individuality, embrace your personality and give your style some soul.

Sophie Jacobs’ unique style seen through her inspiring designs.

Photo: Akira Design Studio

His collections are influenced by contemporary Japanese design and aim to convey emotion in the wearer with exquisite detailing, natural materials and a celebration of tradition through embracing the past. On his philosophy, Akira comments, “Past, present and future; that slogan continues in almost everything around which my work evolves.

Photo: Will Lukaitis

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wind-swept mist of akubras, sequins, fur, denim, velvet and silk adorns the streets of Melbourne. It’s fair dinkum to say that Melbourne is one of Australia’s most culturally diverse cities and we like to think we’re the trendiest.

Whether you’re flamboyant, punk, indie, country western or channelling Grace Kelly from the 50s, Melbourne is known as the fashion capital of Australia for good reason.

In large part, this must be attributed to the increasing Asian population within Melbourne.

Geographically Asia includes 44 countries but often in colloquial Aussie terms Asia refers to countries of the east including China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam etc. If you walk down Swanston or Bourke Street, you’ll see numerous stores boasting classy but cute casual wear, bows, bright colours, animated characters and glitter.

Fashion may be bound to trends, but ultimately it’s about style. This sometimes seemingly elusive term ‘style’ does not equate to brands or labels, it’s about individuality, and at the forefront of style is Asian fashion.

Celebrating uniqueness and eccentricity, Asian fashion is not afraid to stand out.

Top fashion designers Yeojin Bae and Akira Isogawa have made their name in the Australian market. Born in Japan, Akira Isogawa moved to Sydney in 1986 where he studied fashion design at the Sydney Institute of Technology.

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By Domini Marshall

Akira Isogawa’s Origami dress and spike Shibori scarf incorporate traditional Japanese design with contemporary style

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Finding hope and inspiration through film

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hen Masafumi Konomi first came to Australia almost 20 years ago, Japanese film hardly had the status it does today.

“I remember asking my friends what was their favourite Japanese film and most of the answers were very disappointing,” says Konomi director of the Japanese Film festival.

“There seems to a widespread opinion that Japan excels in producing horror and anime and that’s it. True we do have a large industry, but this doesn’t just include a few genres,” he says. “In fact every year over 400 films are pro-

duced in Japan and these include family dramas, comedies, as well as documentaries.”

It took Konomi only five years to decide that Australia needed to widen its horizons and have access to some of the best Japanese films available.

For many years Sydney has been the base of the Japanese Film Festival, which is an initiative of the Japan Foundation, founded in 1977. In the last few years due to increased popularity the festival has found its way to Melbourne.

“People would drive up to see films in Sydney, and sure people do that trip all that time, but for one of their main

Masafumi Konomi, Festival Director

reasons to be the Japanese Film Festival, that was pretty big. It motivated me to bring the festival to Melbourne.”

Every year Konomi visits Japan and as part of his job he has the pleasure of viewing at least 150 films. “The task I have is in fact very hard because Australian audiences are increasingly becoming experts in film knowledge but also we have an increasing number of Japanese people living in Australia. I need to include content that will reflect upon the current mindset of the time but also to ensure quality and craftsmanship are reflected.”

Quality and content is a major factor, particularly at this time when Japan is still recovering. “We are a nation of people who need hope in this time of tragedy” says Konomi.

Under the banner “Finding hope through film” Yamakoshi: The Recovery of a Tiny Japanese Village and The Town’s Children will screen on Wednesday November 30, followed by a panel discussion with special guests Hirotaka Matsune (cinematographer, Yamakoshi: the Recovery of a Tiny Japanese Village) and Tsuyoshi Inoue (director, The Town’s Children) and Mitsuhiro Kyota (producer, The Town’s Children).

“These films are very important towards re-building our people’s morale,” explains Konomi, “and I do hope that people choose to watch these

A still from The Secret World of Arrietty

films as well as the more mainstream selections.”

For audiences the Japanese Film Festival is a rare chance to experience the culture and language of Japan but also to immerse ourselves within what Konomi calls “the complexity of human nature.”

“Japanese films don’t believe in the quick Hollywood blockbuster style plot, we really believe in investigating depth and that’s why our films are so long, we’re not interested in taking short-cuts.” With most films between two to three hours the range of thirty-five films this year includes must-see Osamu Tezuka’s Buddha: the Great Departure, a biography of Buddha, told through the eyes of Siddhartha, the young prince who later becomes Buddha; Milocrorze: a Love Story a bizarre and fantastical web of storylines and Takashi Miike’s Ninja Kids! Plus for those who want a glimpse of bygone times the Yotsuya Ghost Story (1959)

The Town’s Children

and On the Road Forever (1964) both of which offer a rare glimpse into classic styles.

The Japanese Film Festival November 29 – December 6 ACMI Cinemas, Federation Square and Hoyts Melbourne Central, Melbourne Central Shopping Centre.

Competition For your chance to win one of 5 double passes to the festival’s screening of The Town’s Children send an email to win@mcnews.com.au with ‘Japanese Film Festival’ in the subject line and include your full name and phone number. The movie is screening at Hoyts November 30 at 9.15pm followed by a panel discussion.

Heroes in a half shell book, TMNT quickly exploded into one of the biggest success stories and cultural phenomenon of the era.

Several comic book issues followed, leading into multiple volumes by different companies before it hit the apex of its popularity with a ten season cartoon series.

A life action-movie was then produced, which, against all odds, was a decent film, although the same can’t be said of the sequels or the short-lived live-action TV series.

Safe to say, the world had gone mad with turtle power.

But why was such a ridiculous premise so popular?

Andrew Hudson, writing for Comic Attack.net sums it up, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was successful across every entertainment medium. Most franchises have a good show but a [bad] movie, or a great game but a mediocre comic. For a short while, the Turtles were success-

ful on every possible front.”

Unsurprisingly, the biggest consequence of the turtles’ popularity was an explosion in other anthropomorphic television shows.

Jumping on the back of the critical and commercial success of turtle power, numerous imitators rose in the late 80s and early 90s, with Battletoads, Biker Mice from Mars and Street Sharks all attempting to capitalise on the popularity of the heroes in a half-shell.

Some of the shows even gave direct nods to TMNT, with the main characters on Street Sharks expressing a very vocal dislike to pizza.

Despite all this, none of these shows ever reached the same level of success as the Ninja Turtles, and more importantly, they were missing something far, far more important: The most catchy and unforgettable theme song of the century.

Go Turtle Power!

Did you know?

TMNT the comic was originally intended as a parody of comics at the time. The gritty nature, teenage protagonists and the fascination with ninjas were all popular conventions of the time. The original comic was much more violent and action-orientated. In fact, the parody extended so deep it was heavily implied that the radioactive ooze that gave the turtles their power was from the same spill that gave popular superhero Daredevil his power.

Obviously due to legal reasons this couldn’t be stated outright.

In the original 1987 cartoon, the turtles arch nemesis, Shredder, was voiced by James Avery, better known as Uncle Phil from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

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rowing up in the late 80s and early 90s meant that you were treated with a plethora of quality cartoon viewing; but one TV show stands out from the rest: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (or TMNT for short).

Try to explain to a ten-yearold now why their parents and older siblings used to get up early on a Saturday to watch mutant turtles fight off hordes off ninjas, and TMNT starts to sound like a hard sell.

Named after the great artists of the renaissance era, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo and Donatello, these four youthful amphibians shared their subterranean lair with their rat sensei Splinter. And let’s not forget the permanently yellow clad journalist, April O’Neill, whose female presence would have won over some more fans.

Starting off with a one-off independently published comic

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles empire started as a comic book

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Cure best what of ailsthe youold and the new The at the Peninsula oldest suburb in Melbourne’s Hot Springs

Every Saturday and Sunday, over 140 of Melbourne’s best emerging artists and designers derived from Australian Inshowcase their work at one of digenous teachings. Their the coolest markets around – signature product line, Li’tya the Rose Street Artists’ Market meaning ‘of the earth’, helps to Saturdays are for established reconnect guests with the presartists and Sundays are for the ent moment, removing outside up and coming newcomers. distractions in order to fully This is where you can find concentrate on the experience. artworks, jewellery, fashion The benefits of mineral and home wares that you can’t bathing have been lauded since find anywhere else. the 19th century, and are highly You can find it between regarded in Japan and Europe 9.00am and 5.00pm, at 60 Rose as effective healing techniques Street, Fitzroy. for ailments including bruising, arthritis, muscular discomfort SoundWaves and fatigue. Current scientific research has discovered that SoundWaves is back again minerals found in hot springs until theabsorbed end of February at can be through the Fitzroy Swimming Pool. skin increasing brain activity, Every Sunday aftimprovernoon eliminating toxins and from 1.00pm, ing overall health.poolside DJs provide coolthe music to helpscentake Among stunning on summer heat. erythe and glorious bathing options, there is clear sense of calm at the Peninsula Hot Springs. Relax with a kodo

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The Peninsula hot springs spa features a waterfall pool

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Rose St Artists’ Market: artworks, jewellery, fashion and home wares that you can’t find anywhere else

(melody) massage; the gentle, rhythmic, ancient techniques will ease your muscles and your troubles. The initial “smoking ceremony” of burning lemon myrtle truly brings you into the present moment.

Peninsula Hot Springs gives guests a rare opportunity to enjoy nature in all of its glory and to revel in the epic beauty of Australia. There are times when life takes over and we are too busy to realise the unique country we live in. Peninsula Hot Springs allows guests the chance to respect and remember that this really is the lucky country. There is no place like home, and there’s certainly no place quite like the Peninsula Hot Springs Spa Dreaming Centre. You will be left speechless. Trust me, you will never want to leave.

The pool itself is open every day of the week, including most Someholidays. of the natural public With itsfound crystalin the clear minerals waters, indoor cycle training, Peninsula hot springs yoga school, spa, sauna and steam Fitzroy has Boron room, - Boron buildsPool muscle something for everyone at any mass, increases brain activity time of year. and strengthens bones.

Magnesium - Magnesium converts blood sugarOpen to energy and Eco-House Day promotes healthy skin. at Holden Street, Potassium - Potassium assists North Fitzroy of heart in the normalization rhythms, reduces high blood pressure, eliminates body toxFitzroy’s Holden insNorth and promotes healthy skin.

Street House SodiumNeighbourhood - Sodium and natural will doors Saturday saltsopen assistitswith theonalleviation February 26symptoms for its second of arthritic andEcomay House Open stimulate theDay. body’s lymphatic Experts visitors system whenwill usedshow in baths.

everything that can be done to conserve energy use in even the oldest weatherboard houses, from solar panels, opening skylights, solar light tubes, passive heating and ventilation system, and insulated blinds.

The day will include tours of the house by staff from the Enviro Shop, community stalls, free bike checks, children’s activities and lots more.

Saturday February 26, 11.00am to 3.00pm at 128 Holden Street, North Fitzroy.

Or call Rachel Oliphant, Sustainability Officer, City of Yarra on 9205 5769 Rachel.Oliphant@yarracity.vic. gov.au

Treat yourself to a soothing massage and get away from it all

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Rose Street Artists’ Market

Beat the heat at the Fitzroy Pool

Enjoy a relaxing weekend away with friends

Peninsula Life MediSpa

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Mornington Peninsula is the newly opened Now on the brink of adoPeninsula Life MediSpa. Uslescence, this Brunswick Street ing the same Li’tya products as bar has become a Fitzroy icon. the Peninsula Hot Springs Spa For seven days of the week Dreaming Centre, the Medispa its offering of cheap pizza and also offers the finest in luxury unique entertainment can be relaxation. Peninsula Life Mecalled upon from midday until diSpa offers guests a large range well into the early morning. of medical aesthetic treatments gourmet accomand$4has several pizzas in-house docpany beer, tors atodiverse guide range you of towards wine and spirits to be enjoyed achieving wellness. amongst the lounges in the On arrival at the or Medispa, rooft op courtyard. you will be invited to relax with The ofwarmer weather will a cup herbal tea; this wonsee live bands take to the outderful treat releases toxins door stage beneath Moroccan lights.

While downstairs on any given night you can find some of Melbourne’s most talented DJ’s mixing an array of music styles from Hip Hop to Disco, House and techno, Rock, Soul and Funk.

Within its walls has been forged an atmosphere of comfort matched with down-toearth service and an ‘anything goes’ attitude.

Make Bimbo Deluxe your inner city entertaining lounge room.

and relaxes the mind. Afterwards, you will be led into the “relaxation room” while your therapist prepares the palette of products she is going to use. One of the most luxurious treatments is the Mikiri Facial, or Deep Facial. Designed to purify skin, this treatment employs the native Li’tya products which are free from all chemicals.

Not only do these products smell incredible, the ending results are beyond compare. Skin is smooth, soft and hydrated and the sensory experience is beyond anything I’ve ever

had the privilege to take part in. While the products delve deep into the skin, the therapist massages your hands and feet.

The stress of everyday life is extracted and your natural beauty soon shines through.

Integrated through the Mikiri facial is the Paudi scalp massage. This includes a warm quandong (Australia’s native peach) hair mask to make your hair shine and your heart sing.

The sweet scent of peach will last long after you wash your hair and will be a gorgeous reminder of your stay at Peninsula MediSpa.

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itzroy was Melbourne’s first official ‘suburb’ and it exemplifies that fantastic marriage

By Heather Bloom of the best and the old and the new that have makes this city such an exciting place to live.to heaven. elcome Brunswick Street Here time stops and and Gertrude Street are the dual the world is calm. hearts of Fitzroy, and they Peninsula Hot Springs Spa pulsate with possibilities for Dreaming Centre is a magical anyone in shopping, place ofinterested magnificent natural eating entertainment. beauty.orYou can be pampered Besides the ofgreat within an all inch yourpubs, life shops, and the cafes, this suburb, and relish healing benefits sitting on the traditional of Australia’s first naturallands hot of the Woiworung tribe, still mineral springs and spa centre. has Maintained some of theon most beautiful an enormous bluestone colonial architecture 42-acres on Victoria’s coast in to be the found in Melbourne.

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This is Here’s tired a tiny snapshot of Massage muscles, rejuvewhat the suburb has and to off er nate your entire body find this month. an inner harmony through the experience. The Hot Springs Spa Dreaming Centre uses local products and techniques

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NOVEMBER 24, 2011 • VOL 2, ISSUE 17

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hoya is situated in Market Lane in Melbourne’s Chinatown. Being surrounded by a host of other Japanese restaurants sharpened Executive Chef Master Shigeo Nonaka’s drive for Shoya to be considered not just the best, but the most unique Japanese restaurant in Melbourne.

“The Shoya way is nouvelle wafu which means modern or new style cuisine. My purpose was not only to make the best tempura or use the freshest ingredients - including Tasmanian grown wasabi - but to take a different approach to traditional Japanese dishes.”

Master Shigeo credits Meburnians’ love and apprecia-

tion for other cultures for the array of quality restaurants in what he considers to be the food capital of Australia, “Melbourne restaurant patrons are adventurous and not afraid to try different things… from modern trends and techniques, to the use of the freshest and rarest ingredients.”

Master Shigeo uses both modern and conventional Japanese food techniques, along with the freshest possible ingredients.

“I am not creating a fusion Japanese food, I’m cooking traditional dishes with modern flair that stays true to its fundamentals. Take my Chawan Mushi (steamed omelette) for example. I have three styles of this popular dish. The first is

The amazing Wagyu Yakiniku Rolls

the original with dashi, shrimp and chicken. The second is with rich Hokkaido crab meat and black truffles. The third, which is my favourite, is the hatching ocean egg, which is served with spinach, tempura scampi and a slice of black truffle. All are light, fluffy and have a delicate texture; all reflect the basic fundamentals of what some would call traditional Japanese food.”

Master Shigeo says since the restaurant first received the One Hat Award in 2006 the team at Shoyu has constantly challenged themselves to continually develop and improve the menu and service, “With greater expectation from the dining community, we have created a greater emphasis on building a team that provides professional, knowledgeable and warm service.”

When asked what he likes most about living in Melbourne Master Shigeo says he enjoys the more conservative food industry in Melbourne which he considers puts a greater emphasis on taste rather than looks, “This means fresher, more organic products are used, and food is more inventive.”

Kate Tapping is a Melbourne writer. Follow Kate at www.simplicityandthecity.com

Photo: Creative Commons/Jaysin Trevino

Shoya: beyond Sushi

Cook like Shigeo-san at home – Shoya’s Teriyaki Chicken “This sauce is great when you are after a quick meal at home or after work. Just add it to your favourite vegetables or meat, for quick stir-fried teriyaki vegetables.”

Cooking sake 40g soy sauce 60g mirin (sweet sake) 120g crushed garlic 1 pinch chopped onion 15g sugar 20g marmalade 10g potato starch 10g water 20g orange peel grated Juice of ¼ of an orange Two chicken breasts (skin on) - or your choice of meat or vegetables

Place cooking sake, soy sauce, mirin, garlic, onion and sugar (‘mixture 1’) into a pot and heat on low for about 10 minutes.

Stir the potato starch into the water to make a mix. Pour potato starch and water mix into the heated ‘mixture 1’, and take off the heat. Add in the marmalade and chopped orange peel and stir for a few minutes.

Let sauce sit and cool down.

Pan-fry chicken breasts with a dash of pepper till skin is

brown. Place chicken on plate, and dress with teriyaki sauce.

Shigeo-san’s tips: This sauce can be kept in a bottle and stored in the fridge for up to one month. For a healthier meal, you can use skinless chicken breast; and also add some grilled egg plant and zucchini on the side. You can also use this sauce for fish and beef.

The Spanish heart of Docklands yes, before you know it, you’re free of the boundaries of the inner city. Sure the concrete and high-rise buildings may seem to be lacking the warmth and glows of frequently pounded pavements, but here is a com-

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ometimes it’s quite hard to make that trek down to Docklands. Or so say the CBD locals. But really, the distance is all in the imagination.

A straight forward walk past Southern Cross Station and

munity that is growing. And what community doesn’t believe in quality food mingled with spectacular sunsets and friendly service?

Whether you live in Docklands, in the city or the far flung suburbs of metropolitan Melbourne make sure you make your way down and check out an iconic restaurant: Docked.

Led by the charismatic owner, Domenico Antonio Pronesti, the restaurant is a charming spot. Beautiful glass windows overlook the water and the atmosphere is decidedly Spanish with a contemporary twist.

Specializing in delicately prepared meals by internationally renowned chef Giuseppe Lioce this is certainly the place for excellent food, coupled with the perfect liquid refreshment.

The menu is limited to a page which makes choosing a dish quite easy. Rather than spending hours wading through dozens of options you have the choice of an appetizing fare including seafood, meat and vegetarian choices.

If you are a seafood lover you can’t walk past the Rebozados Fruto Secos En Salsa De Calabacin the perfectly pistachio

crumbed prawns (superbly deveined) and served with a delectable zucchini cream.

If you want a transformational meatball experience the Al bondigas De La Abues will inspire you! Forget soggy meatballs in less-than-average tomato sauce, these specimens are finely crafted and will leave you with new standards.

For vegetarians, eggplants make a well-deserved appearance in the Timball De Berenjena con pan Crujient which has stuffed manchego cheese. All perfectly complemented with a range of fine wines or if you wish to dine like a Spanish local pick up a bottle of Estrella. This Barcelonian beauty is a great accompaniment to all the meals.

Sangria is also available.

The famous wafer like caramel dessert Dulce De Leche is an indulgent way to finish the night.

Prices are reasonable for a special night and the special deals, happy hours and free finger food are certainly bonuses. There is also Flamenco dancing and the music is consistently in tune with the Spanish vibe. For a pleasant change from the city restaurants make sure you find the time to dock at this hidden gem.

Photo: Docked

By Dione Joseph

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nless you’re at the zoo, the city can seem like a very animal unfriendly place, probably more so if you are of the four-legged or winged variety of creature.

High-rise apartment buildings or homes with pocket-sized backyards limit peoples choices when it comes to inviting a pet to join the family. Most people automatically think of feline or canine companions when considering a pet, but there is a whole range of other animals that make for excellent cityliving household pets.

Over 70 percent of Australians own a pet of some sort. According to the Australian Companion Animal Council, with regards to pets per capita, Australia ranks the highest of any country in the world. Based on these facts, city living does not prevent pet ownership. One of the best alternatives to cats and dogs are reptiles, explains Nick Petropoulos, owner of mobile wildlife presentation business Wicked Wildlife. “They’re getting more and more popular every year in the city because people are busier and busier and have less and less space.

Most reptiles only need a three foot tank.”

A couple of decades ago, the number of Australian households with one or more reptiles was one in 400. Now it’s one

in 100, ranking us third in the world. As a comparison, in the U.S. one in 40 households own a reptile. “For people in small apartments, there’s so many small reptiles to choose from,” says Petropoulos, “small species of snake like children’s pythons and spotted pythons and then there’s bearded dragons,

“For all the conveniences and practicalities of owning a reptile or alternative pet, some inner city dwellers will still find the attraction of a cat or dog irresistible.” blue tongue lizards and bigger species like carpet pythons.”

There are a lot of people who are scared of snakes, thinking all snakes are dangerous. “They’re probably less dangerous than a cat or a dog,” says snake and dog owner Petropoulos. “All my snakes are tame enough that I wrap them around kids at shows. Whereas

I’m probably most nervous letting people come and pat my two dogs at home – they’re not mean, they’re just boisterous, whereas snakes are always reliable.”

The main difference between owning a mammal and a reptile is reptile owners need to purchase a license from the Department of Sustainability and Environment. In Victoria, a basic license is around $60 for one year. The license enables the DSE to keep track of the animals and ensures people don’t take animals from the wild or through suspect means.

For all the conveniences and practicalities of owning a reptile or alternative pet, some inner city dwellers will still find the attraction of a cat or dog irresistible. In this case, it’s important to consider what your pet’s quality of life will be like, says evolutionary biologist Professor Mark Elgar. “I think you can definitely enhance an animal’s quality of life by taking it out for regular walks,” he said.

“Certainly this is very much the lifestyle in New York, with people living in the fairly dense apartment areas of Manhattan.

They would have pets and they would take them out for exercise fairly regularly.”

Pet’s Paradise suggests cats over dogs for inner city living.

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Sugar gliders make sweet inner city pets

“Cats are great. They don’t need that interaction all day. Smaller dogs are also becoming a bigger trend, breeds like Shiatsu crosses and Maltese crosses.

We’ve seen a trend where we used to sell a lot of Golden Retrievers, we now sell more of the smaller animals,” says Nicole Chapman, Marketing Manager.

Elgar is also in agreement that cats make for more appropriate household pets when space is an issue. “Cats seem to adapt reasonably well to living in a small, confined space of a flat or apartment,” he says. “In many ways, if you’re going to

keep a cat in an environment where it’s unlikely to cause a lot of damage to our native fauna, which they certainly do in the suburbs, is not a bad idea.”

Animals not well looked after will develop unusual behavior. “If you look at the history of zoos, for example, it’s quite clear that animals in very small cages go nuts quite quickly,” Elgar explains, “in part, simply through boredom and lack of stimulation.”

Chapman concurs it’s possible to have a happy and healthy cat or dog in a limited space but on the condition that, “you’re committed to it. You can’t leave

it in the laundry all day.” For the more adventurous, there is always the likes of sugar gliders, geckoes and even endangered species. “Plains rats and hopping mice are two native species that are starting to get really popular,” says Petropoulos. “They’re easy to breed, they don’t have any smell and they’re actually on the threatened species list in the wild. So it’s kind of cool you can breed an endangered animal in your living room.” For more advice on how to choose your future pet for your home in the concrete jungle check out www.wickedwildlife.com.au

Building a healthy body

By Milla Carter

Set your goals high and then reach for the sky!

Photo: Wicked Wildlife

By Dean Watson

odybuilding has often been described as turning your body inside out for display. Despite its bad rap, there is something to be learned from all that muscle. Cardiovascular exercise alone just doesn’t cut it. Strength training is important for overall health.

Without muscle strength, bone density can significantly weaken.

This is a problem, especially for women, in later life and can lead to osteoporosis.

Although a personal trainer (PT) is not essential, having someone to watch over you can help you achieve far more than your weekly solo run or swim.

One concern people have, particularly women, is if they strength train, they will bulk up. Annaliese Bishop, a PT at Fernwood, Carlton, explains, “The amount of training you’d have to do to get to that stage is phenomenal. Women generally

just don’t have the testosterone levels to make muscles that big.

Neither do men.”

Annaliese Bishop regularly takes on first-time gym members and she caters for injuries.

“Although I’m not a trained osteopath or physiotherapist, I often work in conjunction with member’s practitioner to make sure we do the recommended exercises and avoid putting clients on machines that will aggravate certain injuries.”

When picking a gym, decide whether you want a mixed or single-sex gym. Gym memberships can be expensive, but good gyms will give you at least a week or a month free. This gives you a chance to get assessed by a PT, test out which machines and classes you like and discover hidden costs. Some gyms will charge you for further sessions with a PT to review your exercise plan and others won’t. Be on the look-out for other costs, such as sweat towels for machines. Some gyms allow you to

bring your own towel.

Going to the gym does not mean you have to do group work, but consider attending quieter classes on the weekend, or classes with slower actions, such as yoga or Pilates.

Laura Would-So, artist and new gym member, recently tried a yoga class on offer. “Although I wouldn’t do yoga again, I felt very supported and included in the group. There was no loud music and I think a different, more active class would suit me.

I’d definitely try it.”

Bishop aims to help her client reach their fitness goals. “I wouldn’t put a client on a spin regime or the treadmill if they hate it. It’s just setting them up to fail.” The great thing about Melbourne is if you’re more into the outdoors, there’s always other opportunities.

Ellie Nuss, graphic designer, sought out the Brighton Beach Polar Bear Club because her grandmother used to participate in icy-cold morning dips.

There is always a goal and it is achievable.

Flexibility Hold a stretch for 40 seconds as this is the optimal length of time for maximum effect.

Watch out for imbalance in flexibility. Almost all people favour asymmetrical movements and this leads to unequal flexibility in your right side/left side muscles. There’s no point in being able to stretch your hand ten centimetres past your right foot if you can only get it five centimetres past your left.

Technique and injury Listen to your body, not your brain. Give yourself two days off a week to let your body heal itself from muscle use. If you are injured, see a doctor immediately for a referral. Waiting a couple of weeks to treat your injury may leave you with a life-long problem.

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1. In banking terms what does PIN stand for?

2. In From whichterms country is the trainer of Americain, the winner of 1. banking what does PIN stand for?

1.2. InFrom banking terms whatis does PIN stand for? the 2010 Melbourne Cup? which country the trainer of Americain, the winner of 2.3. From which countrypopes isCup? the have trainer of Americain, the winner of How many British there been? the 2010 Melbourne 1. In banking terms what does PIN stand for? the 2010 Melbourne Cup? 4. How On the animated TV series Renthere And been?

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Strangely when it Libra September 24 October 23 seen as it is intended. comes to close family the opposite apply, where criticism be LIBRA September 24 -10October 23 may The eclipses 25thcan November andconstructive December may see not unexpected seen asinvolving it is intended.

You areifbeginning to be rewarded your patience fromreturn. the 19th travel work, so you will want the dealforclosed before you You may

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LIBRA September 24 - October 23

September 24 -forOctober 23 onward.

Personal that have blocked over lastmedia month can fi19th nally getatbe working onLIBRA research, writing, publishing, teaching, orthe social Youinitiatives are beginning to bebeen rewarded your patience fromthat the requires You arebegin beginning toproverbial bebeen rewarded for your patience from the 19th the go ahead, or and you thehave light at the end oflast themonth tunnel.

The overa get tention toPersonal detail lots oftothat work behind the scenes, you could be working on new onward. initiatives blocked over the can finally LIBRA September 24 October 23 onward.

Personal that have been over theput last month can finally riding message don’t giveto onwith what youblocked haveatalready hard yards inover on.get deal,goinstructing, possibly international people or matters.

There are loads the ahead, orisinitiatives you begin toupdo the proverbial light the end of the the tunnel.

The You are beginning to be rewarded for your patience from the 19th the ahead, or you begin to up the proverbial at thedirection. endput ofwhich the The over Time and changing circumstance are moving in your of go opportunities, best place to on start when you don’t know to choose to start riding message isinitiatives don’t give what youlight have already thetunnel. hard yards inison. onward.

Personal have been over the can fiinnally riding message is don’t give that up on what youblocked have already putlast the month hard yards on. get somewhere, anywhere.

Time and changing circumstance are moving in your direction. the ahead, or youcircumstance begin to the are proverbial at the end of the tunnel. The over Timegoand changing movinglight in your direction. riding message isSCORPIO don’t give up on October what you have24 already put the hard yards in on.

November 2222 Scorpio 24 - November Time and changing circumstance are October moving in is your direction.

Self-belief is important now, as marching very much to the beat of SCORPIO October 24need - November 22contracts With Mercury Retrograde you will to look closer at and October 24 November 22 your own drum.SCORPIO Birthdays is around the 16th have their Sun superbly aligned with the Self-belief important now, as is marching very much to the beat of find deals you may have originally thought just fine. Self-employed Scorpios may also Self-belief isaround important as isThat marching very to enormous the with beat of planetown of expansion and opportunity Jupiter. amuch yearaligned of your Birthdays theinnow, 16th have theirpromises Sun superbly clients aredrum. slow to pay. Send reminders, but double check for accuracy.

New the income SCORPIO November 22the your own drum.

Birthdays around the have their- promises Sun superbly aligned with the are potential providing you have faithOctober and16th take the24 plunge.

Birthdays around 18/9th planet and opportunity Jupiter.

That amuch year of enormous shouldofbeexpansion an added bonus to make in up foras any difficulties.

Avoiding allowing yourself Self-belief is important now, is marching very to the beat of on to planet of expansion and opportunity in Jupiter.

That promises a year of enormous the ones who need to be a little more wary and look for proof rather than go ahead potential providing youoff have and take the plunge.

Birthdays the 18/9th are be distracted orBirthdays taken taskfaith by the others around you will keep you around from losing orthe misplacyour own drum. around have their Sun superbly aligned with potential providing faithmore and 16th take the plunge. around the are blindones faith. the who needyou to have beopportunity a little waryfor and lookpromises forBirthdays proof rather than go18/9th aheadwhere on ing items of importance.

Avoid shopping computers til after 15thof ofenormous December planet of expansion and in Jupiter.

That a year the ones who need to be a little more wary and look for proof rather than go ahead on blind at all faith. possible. potential blind faith.providing you have faith and take the plunge. Birthdays around the 18/9th are the ones who need to be a little more wary and look for proof rather than go ahead SAGITTARIUS November 23-December 21 on blind faith.

Sagittarius November 23 December The planets of intellect (Mercury) and action (Mars) are firing up your21

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SAGITTARIUS November 23-December 21

You could feel like has come early with are opportunities November 23-December 21upinyour sign. A little bitSAGITTARIUS of directness getChristmas you right to the target in(Mars) a hurry.

The Sun agalore The planets ofcan intellect (Mercury) and action firing coming your you should have some happy surprises and returned in The planets ofcan intellect (Mercury) and action (Mars) are firing up your favorable position to your ruler Jupiter suggests people behind theconfidence scenes are working sign.

A little bitway, of directness get you right to the target in a hurry.

The Sun in a SAGITTARIUS November 23-December 21also full.you beyour good news on the love front this weekend.

You take a sign.

AThere little bitshould of directness can get you right the target in a feeling hurry.

The Sun inworking acan for early.

Also the messages that you aretogetting through or may intuition favorable position to ruler Jupiter suggests people behind the scenes are The planets of intellect (Mercury) and action (Mars) areforfimatters ring your newright step furthering your development inmomentum career or gain extra kudos your favorable position tothe your ruler Jupiter suggests people behind the scenes areupreputation. working be on theAlso money.

Plenty of forward concerning family and for you early. messages that you aretogetting through feeling or intuition sign.

A little bit of directness get right the target afeeling hurry.

The Sun acan Change isconcerns. here, and it Plenty maycan come inyou more ways than one.inYou might feel like in revamping for you early.

Also the messages that you are getting through or intuition can domestic be right on the money. of forward momentum concerning family matters and favorable position to your ruler Jupiter suggests people behind the scenes are working your or workPlenty image,oforforward if a business, the logos and colour schemes. bedomestic rightpersonal on concerns. the money. momentum concerning family matters and for you early.

Also the messages that you are getting through feeling or intuition can domestic concerns. be right on the money.

Plenty of forwardDecember momentum concerning family matters20 and CAPRICORN 22 22 - January Capricorn December - January 20 domestic concerns.

Have you caught up with those old buddies yet?

And have you CAPRICORN December 22 January 20 Real estate matters should be clear now, and with Venus now seen in CapriCAPRICORN December 22 January 20 how have changed – andlifethe unhappy ones haven’t?

Some people standing Have you love caught up with those old buddies And have are you seen and corn some until December 19, should be especially well-yet? lit this weekend.

Single Have you caught up with those old buddies yet?

And have you seen still on the station of life.

Don’t let yourself be among them.

You can be getting some how some have changed and the unhappy onesofhaven’t? are standing coupled Capricorns alike –should make the most it.22 Fun, love people and romance should CAPRICORN December -Some January how some have changed –Don’t and Capricorns, the unhappy ones haven’t?

Some people are standing positive feedback, feelers youyourself put outbe over month ago. time be20 chasing still on the the station offrom life. let among them.

YouIt’s can betogetting some be on cards.

For coupled plan aabuddies special night out this weekend thatthe is Have you caught up with those old yet?

And have you seen still oncarrot thearrange station offrom life.

Don’t yourself beyou among them.

Youyourselves can besame getting some Any new – not and to be walking ever circles around the positive feedback, feelers you putdecreasing out over a haven’t? month ago.

It’s time toimmensely. beissues. chasing the easy to flexible inletin nature and should enjoy how some have changed – and the unhappy ones Some people are standing positive feedback, feelersshould you put out over anews month ago.

It’s time to now. be issues. chasing the new carrot – not tofrom be walking in yourself ever circles around theway same financial matters finddecreasing positive coming still thesettlement station Don’t let be among them.

You your can getting some newon carrot – not toofbelife. walking in ever decreasing circles around the be same issues. positive feedback, from feelers you put out over a month ago. It’s time to be chasing the AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 Aquarius January 21 - February 19 new carrot – not The to bepaparazzi walking inmay evernot decreasing around thebut same issues. be exactlycircles on our tail yet, chances AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 are chariThe eclipse highlights your involvement in groups, communities, January 21 February 19 everyone else AQUARIUS could be.

Isn’t it nice to be wanted – providing your face isn’t in The paparazzi may not be exactly on our tail yet, but chances the are ties, politics, not forpaparazzi profit,underneath. or aid efforts.

Friends contacts will be very The be exactly on our yet, chances are posters with the rewards hope you and think so,tailbecause this canhelpful get to at bethis a everyone else could be. Isn’t itmay nicenot to Ibe wanted – providing yourbutface isn’t in the AQUARIUS January 21 February 19 time, as will any groups you are involved in.

You may be best allowing yourself to explore everyone else could be.– Isn’t itthe nice to for be wanted –And providing yourdoface isn’t inget theto busy time.

Mythe advice look part starters. ifso, youbecause can the job you’ll be thea posters with rewards underneath.

I hope you think this can be The paparazzi may not be exactly on our tail yet, but chances are expanding your friendship and network groups.

You should find that by doing this, your posters withMy thethe rewards underneath.

Ifor hope you think because can getbetobe bethe a one reward.

If you can’t well you’re inAnd for so, acan ride, which good busyclaiming time. advice – Isn’t look part starters. ifquite you dothis theisn’t jobcan you’ll everyone else could be. itthe nice tofor bestarters. wanted –contacts providing your inupthe friends introduce you even more friends andAnd which will open more busy time.

Myanyway. advice – .to look the part if quite you can doface the job can you’ll begood theopexperience one claiming the reward.

If you can’t well you’re in for a ride, which be posters with for the rewards I hope youinthink so, because this can be a portunities at thisunderneath. one claiming theyou reward.

Iftime. you can’t well you’re for quite a ride, which canget betogood experience anyway. busy time. My advice –. .look the part for starters. And if you can do the job you’ll be the experience anyway. one claiming the Pisces reward. If you can’t well you’re in20 for -quite a ride, which February March 20 can be good experience anyway. .

PISCES February 20 March 20 This weekend it’s all systems go for love and friendship. You may get planetary also a connection your to spend someJupiter, specialyour timetraditional with someone important and has heave a heart towith heart and PISCES February 20 ruler, - March 20 PISCES 20 -ruler, March 20afeeling professional affairs.

Its backward movement have had you like may you’ve been very real discussion that hasFebruary been waiting tomay come toalso the has surface.

There be Jupiter, your traditional planetary connection withalso your Jupiter, your traditional ruler, has a feeling connection with your treading water professionally.

Plans, orplanetary promises, put also onhad hold can suddenly manifest. unexpected travel toItsdo with love this weekend, make the most of it iflike youyou’ve do go on a professional affairs. backward movement may have you been PISCES February 20 March 20 professional affairs.

Its movement maysuggesting hadhold you feeling like ayou’ve The planet lumbers forward from 19th whatever went offmanifest. the been railsout shortgiant tripwater together, for backward coupled Pisces, the 27th ishave a date you could make memory treading professionally.

Plans, orthe promises, put on can suddenly Jupiter, youron traditional also has a connection with your treading water Plans, orplanetary promises, put hold can suddenly manifest. can be now heading back track.from Mercury andruler, Marson fire up your workzone –the meaning of that lasts a professionally. lifetime.

The giant planet lumbers forward the 19th suggesting whatever went off rails professional affairs. backward movement may have you feeling likeoff you’ve been The giant planet forward from the 19th suggesting whatever went the rails getting busy on lumbers theIts job.

Aborted travel plans also may had now reverse toward distinct can be now heading back onPlans, track.

Mercury and Mars fire up yoursuddenly workzone – meaning treading water professionally. or promises, put on hold can manifest. can be now heading on track.travel Mercury and finow re upreverse your workzone – meaning possibility. getting busy on lumbers the back job. Aborted plans alsoMars may toward distinct Note: There major and numerous other planetary in your The giant planet forward from the 19th whatever went bodies off the rails getting busy onare thenine job. other Aborted travel plans alsosuggesting may nowminor reverse toward distinct possibility. chart besides yourback ‘sun’onand ascendant was made.

For the can be now heading track.

Mercury on andwhich Mars fithis re upforecast your workzone – meaning possibility. most accurate results have your individual chartmay prepared.

Jacquelene Close Moore, getting busy on the job. Aborted travel plans also now reverse toward distinct Ed | (02) 95341081 | www.edtamplin.com M:By 0439 488Tamplin 558 www.psychicstar.com.au possibility.

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