Slim Magazine Autumn 2022

A guide to living your best life

CHILL

FACTOR

New season fashion &skincare

Wonder Women keeping it real

WIN

Fantastic

Rebel Rocks!

PRIZES

Fiji welcomes Aussies

HEALTH & WELLNESS l BEAUTY l FASHION l EXPERT ADVICE l RECIPES l SOCIALS

Technically it’s an electric car.

But it’s actually fuelled by adventure.

The new Taycan Cross Turismo. Soul, electrified.

Porsche Centre Gold Coast 1 Harvest Court, Southport QLD 4215 Tel: 07 5555 7911 porschegoldcoast.com.au

A NEW general practice on the Gold Coast dedicated to women’s health + well-being

"This is the sentiment behind the creation of Her Medical. A practice which is an inspired, futuristic and visionary, aesthetically pleasing and welcoming environment focusing on and prioritising women's’ health. Experts in all aspects of women’s health from birth control to fertility, antenatal, weight management and general health and well-being.”

-Dr. Donna Tanchev-

30 Yacht St, Southport QLD 4215 P: (07) 5616 8070 hermedical.official www.hermedical.com.au

publisher’s letter ABN 87 650 371 232 COVER Rebel Wilson - Laurie Bailey Photography PUBLISHER Kate Bennett

Hello

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jeni Bone GRAPHIC DESIGN SLIM Magazine CONTRIBUTORS Dr Jason Free • Dr Peter Widdowson • Dr Drew Cronin Dr Andrew Cary • Dr Ben Anderson • Dr Donna Tanchev Debbie Murray • Millie Padula DIRECTOR OF SALES, MEDIA AND BRAND DEVELOPMENT Kate Bennett: kate@slim-magazine.com.au

Autumn is here! We’re already looking forward to cooler weather, the change of seasons, and fashions are refreshing. The kids are finally back at school after a challenging start to the year and who knows what disruptions ahead of us.

Over the break, I caught COVID, but can say with relief, I (fully vaxxed) had hardly any symptoms and tested negative after seven days. It’s not the same experience for many people and the daily figures are harrowing. My condolences to families who have lost loved ones or who have friends and relatives in hospital on ventilators or ICU. My prayers are with you.

As we spread our wings and venture forth into the gradually opening world, it’s exciting to see Rebel Wilson, the comedian and actor, as a vibrant and vital Ambassador for Fiji – now open to Aussies and greeting us with their renowned warm welcome and hospitality. We all love Rebel Wilson. I have been a fan of her movies for many years. How hot does she look after her commitment to health and well-being in 2020-21. Go Rebel! What an amazing achievement and such incredible inspiration you are for all of us.

In this issue of SLIM, we present our regular experts and Doctors with their up to date and reliable insight into procedures and treatments, as well as this season’s hottest activewear, fashion, hair and beauty, plus delectable recipes from current cookbooks AND your chance to win homewares, golf, books, tech-gear and more!

It’s all here! Enjoy!

Kate x

For more go to slim-magazine.com.au Like us on Facebook ‘Slim Magazine’ Follow us on Instagram @slim.magazine

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SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY Annie Noon ~ Fotoforce Regina King and Peter Flowers photography Melina Muenstermann ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Phone: 0419 909 925 kate@slim-magazine.com.au EDITORIAL ENQUIRIES editor@slim-magazine.com.au MEDIA REQUESTS info@slim-magazine.com.au ACCOUNTS Cara Briggs: cbriggs@omb.com.au IT AND SOCIAL MEDIA CONSULTANT Bailey Bennett DISTRIBUTORS Deb Farnworth-Wood • Dr Jason Free • Dr Peter Widdowson • Dr Andrew Cary • Dr Ben Anderson • Dr Drew Cronin • Hairart Boutique • Standard Market Company- Brickworks • Her Medical • Pause Mediclinic • Giant Chemist Pacific Fair HEAD OFFICE PO Box 8875, Gold Coast Mail Centre Q 9726 Phone: 07 5591 7231 Email: info@slim-magazine.com.au www.slim-magazine.com.au

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Fiji

Features

SLIM Experts

Regular Features

20 Food for thought

28 Dr Jason Free Weight–loss surgery journey

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22 A stitch in time –

by CN Rajdi Gemeri 24 Vale Thierry Mugler –

by Liz Clift 32 Gold Coast Wonder Women – celebrating our high achievers 48 Demystifying Menopause –

by Dr Donna Tanchev 52 Cover Story - Rebel Wilson 56 Dodging Dementia 59 Fit & fab 72 Horoscopes - with Debbie Murray Rebel Wilson - Laurie Bailey Photography

42 Dr Widdowson The facts about Breast Reduction 44 Dr Andrew Cary – Freeze for the future 46 Dr Ben Anderson – Close to our hearts

Publisher’s letter – Kate Bennett

14 Bites – A little bit of this…. a little bit of that 26 Athleisure 2022 - The hottest new season activewear 30 Hair Apparent 31 Skin Essentials 34 Fashion Fix 36 Books we Love

Recipes

37 Latest Movies to hit the big screen

60 Weight-loss Success

38 A real life weight-loss story - Melissa Clarke

62 The Comfort Bake

50 Competitions – WIN with SLIM

64 Saka Saka

70 Purple Regin

66 The Dessert Game

71 Test Drive - The new Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo

68 Dinner Express

74 Socials – have you been snapped!!

82 Inspiration Verbatim

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A new breakthrough in weight-loss surgery

CALL THE OBESITY SURGERY GOLD COAST CLINIC FOR AN

OBLIGATION FREE CONSULTATION. ALL YOU HAVE TO LOSE IS THE WEIGHT.

THE OBESITY SURGERY GOLD COAST CLINIC IS HERE TO HELP. Are you one of the 60 percent of Australians who are overweight or obese? Has your self-esteem suffered as a result of your body-image? Are you avoiding living a rich and full life because you are overweight? Do you suffer from depression or anxiety as a result of weight-gain? Has your health been compromised because of your weight? You are not alone. The Obesity Surgery Gold Coast Clinic is here to help. Through surgery we have transformed the lives of many people just like you, who are now living the life they could only dream of before.

SIPS – AN INNOVATION IN WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY The SIPS procedure (Stomach Intestinal Pylorus Preserving) an operation incorporating a sleeve gastrectomy with bypassing part of the intestine has the greatest weight-loss of all the commonly performed weight-loss procedures. SIPS has the longest lasting effects, with less late weight regain and no increase in side effects. It also has the greatest effect on improving medical disorders associated with obesity such as diabetes, hypertension and high lipids and cholesterol.

WE ALSO OFFER: GASTRIC BYPASS / SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY / REVISIONAL BARIATRIC SURGERY

www.surgerygoldcoast.com.au

Call 07 5564 6501 Suite 2, Pindara Professional Centre, 8 - 10 Carrara Street, Benowa QLD info@surgerygoldcoast.com.au www.surgerygoldcoast.com.au

Dr Jason Free is one of Australia’s most highly-regarded experts in weight-loss surgery, with extensive specialist bariatric training, and is known as a foremost surgeon in the field.

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Fizzy with fibre

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Sorted is a new range of prebiotic better-for-you beverages from the team behind The Good Seed. Packed with fibre, but easy on the tummy, Sorted assists digestion and delivers all the delicious pop and fizz of a soft drink, without the nasties!

The Sorted range will tickle your tastebuds with fizzy nostalgic flavours, but with the added benefit of feeding your gut microbiome.

Packed with a huge 7g of healthy fibre to support good digestion, Sorted is specially designed to keep tummies active and regular.

Formulated by food scientists and guided by current microbiome and digestive research, Sorted products are made using all natural ingredients that are scientifically proven to support and encourage your gut microbiome rainforest to grow and flourish with good bacteria. Made with Acacia Gum, a prebiotic fibre that resonates with the tummy and improves intestinal health, Sorted will leave the stomach feeling satiated, without any nasty bloating. Sweet without the sugar, Sorted drinks are made using a protein-based sweetener to avoid any spikes in blood sugar and insulin, and ensure no gastro intestinal distress. Seamlessly fitting into all modern lifestyles, Sorted is suitable for diabetics, as well as gluten-free, FODMAP, Keto and Vegan diets. Available in three delicious and refreshing flavours: Mint & Watermelon, Blood Orange and Blackcurrant. Available online, from selected health food stores and independent grocers.

A little bit of this...

A little bit of that.

$3.50. thegoodseedkefir.com.au

Grandma’s favourites Fans of Golden Wok Diana Chan’s Dumpling range will fall in love with Grandma Wok’s new dumplings: prawn hargow and prawn gyoza. A key supporter and contributor to Makmur Enterprises, Elly Meriati Tjangdjaja, known lovingly as Grandma, has played a key role in sharing the family history, culture, and food diplomacy through her recipe development and hard work. Working closely alongside the Golden Wok team, the beloved matriarch has been pivotal in Golden Wok’s success and remains a strong source of inspiration for the brand. Perfect for an afternoon snack, a side dish or a delicious main meal, Grandma Wok’s range comes in seven fillings that will delight every dumpling lover’s taste buds.

Available exclusively at Coles, Grandma Wok’s new dumplings retail for $7.50 (250g) and $18.50 (800g). goldenwok.com.au

Cup of good health Forget all those unattainable resolutions, wellness can be found in your favourite mug, as simple as a cup of our favourite tea. Whether you enjoy it iced, piping hot or with a splash of cold water to avoid that burnt tongue, the feeling of relaxation can’t be beaten.

According to Healthline, humans have been using a variety of herbal organic teas to practice mindfulness and wellness for centuries. Higher Living Tea has been blending and brewing organic teas for over 20 years and Australia has recently become its largest market. Organic infusions including Peppermint & Licorice, Green Tea Chai and Sweet Dreams are some of Australia’s most loved brews Available at Coles and Woolies. $3.70. higherlivingherbs.com

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Plant-based basics Inside Out started its homegrown journey in Sydney farmers markets and only uses Aussie almonds, oats and real ingredients with an abundance of nutritional value.

The range includes unsweetened almond, oat and coconut milk, as well as long-life and flavoured milks. A fortified plant-based milk Inside Out’s Almond/Oat Milk contains the necessary Vitamins and Minerals you find in traditional dairy-based milks. Add plant-based milks to smoothies, breakfast bowls, in your home baked sweet treats or as a substitute to cream and/or milk in savoury pasta dishes or curries.

Available at Woolworths and supermarkets nationally. insideoutng.com.au

Spread happiness The idea of going back to school can be quite daunting for parents, particularly when it comes to preparing a variety of daily lunches. Creating delicious homemade treats that provide kids with energy and nutrition will help them look forward to heading back to school and tucking into their lunch. Since 1969, Barker’s New Zealand has been producing world-class jams, chutneys, sauces and fruit compotes made from premium quality ingredients to inspire casual cooks and food lovers. From slices and muffins to frittata and ice cream as after school snacks, Barker’s New Zealand has a fruity product and recipes that will delight and nourish. For Barker’s New Zealand recipes and to shop online, visit: barkers.com.au

Creative colour KitchenAid unveils Beetroot, the KitchenAid 2022 Colour of the Year, to remind us to break out of our routines and see the familiar with a new lens. The rich magenta reflects the vibrancy found in making the most of everyday moments. Available today for small appliances, including the iconic Artisan Stand Mixer and K400 Blender, Beetroot serves as an invitation to make every day more vibrant.

The rich magenta with lush satin finish makes every day more vibrant with a pop of energising colour. With the release of its 2022 Colour of the Year in the iconic Artisan Stand Mixer and K400 Blender, KitchenAid inspires makers to experiment in the kitchen and beyond. The stand mixer offers consumers endless possibilities to enhance their everyday experiences, while the K400 Blender has the power to handle the toughest blender recipes for smooth, great tasting creations.

K400 Blender $449. Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer $949. kitchenaid.com.au

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Curl perfection With the Curly Girl Method gaining momentum, it’s surprising that a lot of girls are still struggling when it comes to styling their curls. Young Living, the world leader in essential oils, has done the hard work for you, rounding up six essential products to tame your tresses that will also get the Curly Girl Method’s stamp of approval. The range includes: Mirah Lustrous Hair Oil, a luxurious, multi-tasking hair treatment formulated to help keep your locks soft and shiny, no matter your hair type. Infused with Argan, Monoi and Abyssinian oils, your hair will love the hydration it gets from the fatty acids and Vitamin E, as well as the lustre and brightness. Then there’s Young Living’s DIY Cedarwood & Rosemary Spritz. It’s packed with herbaceous, sweet scents that’ll leave your hair looking healthy and lustrous. All you need is 10 drops each of Young Living’s Rosemary, Lavender, and Cedarwood essential oils, along with a dash of witch hazel, some water, and a 120ml spray bottle. Once you have those prepared, just mix the essential oils and witch hazel together in an empty spray bottle and fill the rest of the bottle with water.

You can then lightly spray it on wet hair and let it dry and style your hair as normal.

Copaiba Vanilla Shampoo & Conditioner is plant-based, safe, and environmentally responsible, suitable for dry or damaged hair. Each bottle contains the following essential oils: Rosemary, Lavender, Copaiba, Geranium, Lime and Vanilla Oleoresin essence. Lavender Mint Daily Shampoo & Conditioner is also plant-based, safe, and environmentally responsible. An invigorating blend suitable for all hair types, it contains Rosemary, Lavender, Peppermint and Spearmint essential oils. The Lavender Volume is formulated with MSM, milk protein and vitamins to fortify limp and weak hair and contains the Lavender, Lemon and Clary Sage essential oils and Jasmin essence.

For stockist enquiries, visit youngliving.com.au

Meat-free morsels Aussie plant-based Thai food company Pam Pam Foods has launched a new range of authentic and totally meatfree food. The range includes delicious BBQ Pork Buns, pork-basil dumplings, and staples such as plant-based bacon fried rice. The new range adds to the classic, cult favourites Pam Pam has to offer, such as the Massaman curry buns, Panang curry pouches and green curry meal trays. The brand’s founder, Pamela is a talented chef and wanted Australians to experience the delicious diversity of Thai food. “I have created buns range as vegan as I grew up in a vegetarian family.

The majority of my food since I was young is veggies and fruit, so I had the desire to create my range that both vegan and non-vegan can enjoy.”

Available nationally at Woolworths, IGA and selected supermarkets. Buy online at pampambuns.com.au

Some like it cold Now available in Australia, the “Magic Experience” of Loyd Tea, available in Green, Black, Fruit & Cold Infusions.

Pop a pyramid in your iced water or drink bottle to elevate your water to next level refreshment.

Just for dogs Australia’s own Smiley Dog range of organic grooming products for our muchloved furry members of our households are used and trusted by thousands of professional dog groomers all over the county. The luxurious range of dog shampoos, conditioners and pet colognes are also available for home use.

Launched in 2009 by dog-loving duo, Sarah and Eva Reid, Smiley Dog products are made with expertly chosen natural and organic ingredients that will make your furry best friend look, feel and smell amazing. The easy-to-use products are so gentle that they cause no irritation, itchiness or residue and are pH balanced specifically for animals to ensure they won’t strip the dog’s coat of its natural oils and sebum. The range includes natural Pet Colognes that come in eight different scents. Formulated to neutralise ‘wet coat’ and other unpleasant odours, the subtle colognes have a safe fragrance that is noticeable to humans without being overpowering for our pets. There are five Gift Packs in the range that come with a 100ml Shampoo, 100ml Conditioner and a matching 30ml Cologne, all encased in a reusable travel-friendly hessian bag which is perfect for travel and storage.

Plus, there are six Trio Packs in the range that come with a 250ml Shampoo, 250ml Conditioner and 30ml matching Cologne..

Gift Pack $25.99. Trio Pack $39.95. smileydog.com.au 16 slim magazine Autumn 2022

$5.70 for 12 tea bags. Available in Selected IGA, FoodWorks and Independent Supermarkets or online at brunt.com.au

Touch of Tassie Family-owned Tasmanian farm, Grandvewe has launched Australia’s first home-compostable, luxury sheep milk skincare brand, Ewe Care.

Housed in refillable and handcrafted ceramic vessels, the morning and evening skincare creams contain locally harvested Awassi sheep milk, an untapped beauty ingredient traditionally reserved for cheesemaking.

Naturally rich in Vitamins A, B, C, D and E, including a host of minerals, proteins, essential fatty acids and exfoliating AHAs, the nourishing formulas serve as an effective topical aid against ageing, dehydration and compromised skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Combining native botanicals only available in Tasmania, such as Cape Grim Water, Fucoidan Kelp Extract, Coastal Tea Tree Oil and Tasmanian Mountain Pepperberry, the innovative creams also help reverse moisture loss, improve collagen production, reduce redness, fight acnecausing bacteria, and combat UV-induced free radicals.

Shake it up!

Smooth soother

Singaporean brand, Sustenance has introduced their delicious, filling whole-food meal shakes to the Australian market. Popular in Singapore and Hong Kong due to their minimally-processed, plant-based whole food ingredients, one serving of the shakes has the right amount of protein, complex carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals for a meal. The Sustenance range is cleanly formulated with nutritious, real plant-based foods like greens, berries, whole grains, and seeds. With no fillers such as artificial additives, GMOs, dairy, and soy, Sustenance shakes are gentle on the stomach and great for long-term use. Co-Founder Gautam Param believes that Sustenance shakes bridge the gap for people who do not have the time to spend long amounts of time preparing meals, with all the aspects of a balanced meal included in the shakes.

The new HOLA Instant Soothing Repair Range is expertly formulated for sensitive skin. The range contains Dunaliella Salina Extract which is a type of micro-algae that is a super-rich source of Beta-Carotene and Vitamin B12. The Instant 3inOne Serum Pen is a specialist formulation that helps soothe and calm delicate skin while repairing and strengthening skin layers to help prevent irritation.

“We found that our consumers are regular people who struggle with managing their nutrition due to their busy schedule. Sustenance is perfect because you know that it’s meeting all the nutritional requirements for a meal, and the most important part is that it keeps you full for hours.”

15ml $58. glamourflage.com.au

Buy online at au.sustenance.shop

ewecare.com.au

Bae before you play!

Bae Juice is the pure Korean Pear Juice that is clinically proven to prevent hangovers. Backed by the CSIRO, this all-natural, fruity sensation is the perfect pre-celebration companion.

Bae translates to ‘pear’ in Korean, and that’s all Bae Juice is: 100 percent Korean pear juice. The Korean pear is a super-food, and lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure, is high in fibre and antioxidants and fill to the brim with micronutrients. Better still, there is no added sugar, no colouring or preservatives. Available at Woolworths, BWS and Dan Murphy’s nationwide. $4. baejuiceaus.com.au 17 slim-magazine.com.au 17 slim-magazine.com.au

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Collagen convenience Diet is the most important factor in our quest for skin health and appearance.

Our bodies are rich in collagen when we’re born, however the natural supply declines each year from our mid-20s onwards. By the time we turn 40, hair starts to grey, nails become brittle, more wrinkles appear and muscles become weaker. X50 PURE Collagen is backed by research with participants reporting significantly improved skin elasticity, reduced wrinkles, nail growth and hair growth in just four weeks. X50’s latest development contains no chemicals, no fillers, no artificial sweeteners and flavours – just 100 percent pure, certified sustainable, hydrolysed marine collagen. Helping to replenish and restore collagen levels, X50 PURE Collagen is absorbed 1.5 times more efficiently than other sources because the peptides are smaller and easier to digest. Through an activation process, marine collagen breaks down into much smaller peptides than bovine or other sources. The one-ingredient, unflavoured and odourless powder can be added to any beverage, recipe or homemade beauty blends, and is also gluten free, GMO free and pregnancy safe. $49.99 for 30 serves. x50lifestyle.com.au

Thirst quenchers Gin O’Clock has our taste buds perfectly wrapped up, with three new delicious RTD gin beverages, Timeless G&T, Sugar Free G&T and Pink Gin & Soda.

Coming out strong with their initial launch of three flavours, Gin O’Clock has everyone covered.

For those that like something a little lighter to the lovers of pink gin, Gin O’Clock doesn’t disappoint.

These tasty tipples are perfect to enjoy at your next summer picnic, barbecue or to celebrate with friends and loved ones over the festive season.

Senior Brand Manager for Gin O’Clock, Elle Lewis said “Gin O’Clock is a fresh new take on the classic spirit but without the hassle. These ready to drink gin cans are the perfect way to celebrate and enjoy those special moments.”

Encased in beautifully blue, peachy pink and pearl white cans with a gorgeous sunset illustration, the Gin O’Clock range is as aesthetically pleasing as it is tasty Four-pack $19 from Dan Murphy’s or BWS. danmurphys.com.au

Crystal clarity Stoned Crystals has created a covetable range of homewares to support our mental and emotional state. Overcome with Onyx.

Considered a “gentle stone”, its alignment is centred and strong. Carved into chests and urns to guard your precious possessions such as jewellery, keys and personal keepsakes to be charged with good vibes.

From lamps, trays and bowls to large sinks that make a statement in any bathroom.

In addition, as advocates for wellness and positive mental health, Stoned Crystals has launched a new category of products called “Keep Calm & Quarantine” - a collection of crystals and items that provide users with a tactile distraction to negate stress and anxiety during these dark and isolated times. stonedcrystals.com

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Your home, your haven Super Greens Rochway introduces its Super Greens with Kakadu powder – the super-charged greens and probiotic supplement for everyday well-being and vitality. The delicious, plantbased probiotic powder delivers all the green-goodness needed and is packed with seven superfoods per serve, plus antioxidant and Vitamin C rich Australian Kakadu Plum.

Natural solution

This gut and skin-loving powder is a daily wellness essential and contains no added wheat, sulfites, crustacea, animal products, gluten, egg, fish products, peanuts, dairy products, soybeans, sesame seeds, tree nuts, lupin, yeast, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Plus it’s suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Natural Patch Co is the Australian brand solving the age-old issue of mozzies. Natural Patch Co offers a range of adhesive fabric patches, infused with natural ingredients to repel pesky mozzies and other common insects. BuzzPatch is the easy to apply sticker solution that creates a virtual shield to repel blood-sucking mozzies and other insects for up to 72 hours.

MagicPatch offers instant relief from the itch and discomfort from insect bites. Simply apply to the affected area and MagicPatch gets to work. Its unique design uses kinesthetic action and Grid-Relief Technology to mechanically adjust the skin, creating a micro lift to support lymphatic drainage and the excretion of the insect’s injected saliva.

$26.95. rochway.com.au

From $10.50. buzzpatch.com.au

With the support of our wonderful staff we research, source, select and deliver the finest fresh food and quality ingredients every day from local and international food producers, whether they be heritage and organic growers, artisan butcher and bakers, seasonal specialists, gourmet importers or culinary craftspeople. We don’t just do this to meet our own high standards; we do this to meet yours as well. Quality, freshness and inspired ideas are all standard expectations at The Standard Market Company.

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The new collection of candles and diffusers from Haven Luxe offers a range of gorgeous scents, and a touch of luxury.

The collection is available in a beautiful selection of modern designs, featuring a mixture of classic and trend-based accents, that will help turn your home into a sanctuary. Let the Haven Gypsy Beach Candle set the scene for your next coastal holiday. The delightful heady aroma of herbal Patchouli fills the air, followed up with a crisp, clean, & juicy subtle floral of Bergamot. This candle is inspired by secret coves and moon lit nights, available in a unique ceramic jar. The Haven Cream Frosting Scented Candle is infused with notes of vanilla and sugar for a gorgeous infusion of both sweet and spiced undertones.

With tantalising aromas of freshly baked favourites and a Parisian inspired design, this candle will set the scene in any room.

Starting from $6.50. Available from Woolworths stores nationally. haveninspired.com.au

Food for thought

NUTRITION FOR OUR BELOVED ANIMALS HAS NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT, HELPING TO KEEP THEM HEALTHY, HAPPY AND ENSURING THEIR LONGEVITY. The pet food industry has been in the spotlight recently with concerns over the ingredients used in some brands.

The industry is largely self-regulated and use of chemicals such as sulphur dioxide, sodium and potassium sulphate as preservatives is disclosed on a voluntary basis.

Owners are beginning to realise that they have been feeding their precious fur babies potentially harmful ingredients that they would never feed themselves.

Ethical brands are starting to make their move in the market. Australian Pet Organics (APO) is a brand that has originated from Sydney which has gone as far as investing in becoming certified organic.

APO came about when Todd Graham discovered that one of his dogs, Tank had Spina Bifida.

By the age of seven, Tank’s legs had started to give way. It was hard for him to get up in the morning and run around and play. The vet suggested that surgery would be the best option. Given Todd’s history with invasive surgeries himself, he knew that surgery would be very risky for Tank so he started testing alternatively options. He fed Tank bone broth, turmeric and Rose Hip, among other ingredients and within two weeks, Tank was back to being able to play and was mobile again.

Two years later, Tank still has Spina Bifida, but the inflammation has reduced and he is living a happy and relatively pain-free life.

“I wanted to ensure that my pets have the best chance to live a long, healthy and happy life, and feeding them poor quality food is unlikely to achieve that goal,” says Todd Graham, APO founder.

APO has launched with a range of pet supplements and treats designed to help reduce inflammation, heal digestion and target joint health. The range was developed by a vet-nutritionist who is also a conservation scientist and all products have been tested on humans (that’s right!). APO also supports a variety of animal charities including Deaf Dog Rescue Australia, Australian Working Dog Rescue and Bull Terrier Rescue Australia. aporganics.com.au

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A Stitch in Time THE AGE-OLD PROVERB, “A STITCH IN TIME SAVES NINE” REFERS TO SPENDING TIME AND EFFORT TO DEAL WITH A PROBLEM OR CONCERN SOONER RATHER THAN LATER; WHEN IT MAY GET WORSE AND TAKE LONGER TO ADDRESS. WITHIN THE AESTHETICS INDUSTRY, THE SEARCH FOR THE CURE TO AGEING AND PREVENTING SURGICAL INTERVENTION IS REAL. Threads are the stitch in time!

Threads are made up of the material used in dissolvable stitches called polydioxanone (PDO). These very fine filaments of PDO are placed under the skin. The body recognises the threads as foreign and starts a ‘wound repair’ response – stimulating the ever-loved collagen and elastin production that sadly isn’t being made by the body like it used to be when we were younger. This helps to tighten and strengthen the skin and minimise fine lines.

Threads have been around for years, but these newer threads are little needles of pure magic. You may have seen your social media flooded with pictures of little pink ‘things’ sticking out of people’s faces. Threads are introduced into the skin with needles, the needles are then removed and the PDO ‘thread’ remains under the skin.

Our approach is to ask patients if they had a magic cream where would they rub it to identify their main areas of concern.

This enables us to educate on how and where the threads will be placed to achieve their desired outcome. Threads can aid with helping to tighten sagging skin and thicken skin that is thinning.

These threads can be rejuvenating, volumising or lifting.

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Volumising threads do exactly that and help to volumise or plump an area.

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They are simply an alternative.

Careful consideration and selection criteria need to be taken into account to ensure suitability, taking into account skin thickness and quality.

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Threads are fast, safe and an effective way to restore a more youthful appearance without the risk of complications associated with fillers.

There are side effects of swelling and bruising but in general threads are well tolerated with a very high safety profile.

The results have people coming back for more!

We are specialising in these treatments at Pause Mediclinic as we believe in them so much. Our nurses have three years combined experience in using threads with over 10,000 threads inserted.

Complimentary consultations are designed to listen to your concerns, assess and recommend a treatment plan to best address these concerns.

We will be honest and if we believe this treatment is not the most appropriate for you then we will recommend alterative treatments including no treatment at all.

We look forward to sharing this ‘magic’ with you!

BY COSMETIC NURSE RAJDI GEMERI Pause Mediclinic 2 Drury Ave, Southport Tel: (07) 2111 3544 www.pausemediclinic.com.au

Pause Mediclinic Permission to take the time for yourself

Pause Mediclinic is the place to call home for all your skin needs.

In our busy & fast-paced lifestyles, there is rarely any time to press pause; to take time for oneself. To relax, recharge & refresh.

Pause Mediclinic was born in the hope that you will take a step back from the chaos of the day-to-day & feel all the better for it.

We here at Pause are all heart-centred clinicians that strive for perfection in our services delivered to you all whilst loving you up! We only offer treatments & products that we whole-heartedly believe in. Our home is a relaxed, inviting & friendly environment where our patients quickly become our friends. Behind our white fence lies onsite parking to ensure privacy & discretion.

Everyone is welcome, everyone is good enough & everyone is worthy.

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Cosmetic Injectables including Anti Wrinkle & Dermal Filler PDO Mono Threads Collagen Stimulators Advanced skin treatments such as SkinPen®, Tixel®, Chemical Peels & Hydrabrasion Luxury Bespoke Facials LED Light Therapy Cosmetic Tattooing Lash & Brow Services

@pausemediclinic Pause Mediclinic | 2 Drury Avenue, Southport QLD 4215 | Phone: (07) 2111 3544

Vale Thierry Mugler

BY LIZ CLIFT ADIEU TO FASHION MOGUL MANFRED THIERRY MUGLER 1948-2022. HE WAS A DEFINING FORCE IN THE WORLD OF FASHION. A VISIONARY WHOSE IMAGINATION EMPOWERED PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD TO BE BOLDER AND DREAM. I was thrilled to be invited by my friend Liz Parsons to his 20th anniversary show in 1995 at Cirque d’Hiver in Paris; a spectacular event with Verushka, Tippi Hedron, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Jerry Hall, Carmen Dell’Orefice to name a few of the A-list models.

James Brown sang while male dancers in g-strings gyrated on podiums.

Liz and I were invited to his private party that evening at a night club and we were out-numbered by men in latex and “trimmings”.

After selling his brand name Thierry Mugler to Clarins in 2002 he reverted to his birth name Manfred, only to return to design the internet-breaking outfit for Kim Kardashian West for the 2019 Met Gala. The extravagant, bodyhugging ensemble consisted of latex and crystals suspended like water droplets, completed by a wet-look hairstyle and slick skin to embody the ultimate mermaid.

The dress marked the first design Mugler had created for his namesake

house in two decades and took months to create. It joins the many thousands of magnificent Mugler gowns and designs from a career that embodied art, whimsy, fantasy and science fiction.

“Fashion is a movie. Every morning when you get dressed, you direct yourself,” so stated Thierry Mugler himself.

Born in Strasbourg, France in 1948, Thierry Mugler had an astonishing career; ballet dancer, photographer, fashion designer, artistic director for the stage and MTV videos, parfumier and stylist to the stars.

His sense of fashion engineering has thrilled and surprised the fashion world at every turn and his diversity is legendary.

In 1973 he created his first personal collection “Café de Paris” which was both urban and sophisticated. A powerful fashion editor Melka Treanton helped to launch his career. In 1976 she asked him to do a show in Tokyo for an event organised by Shiseido. He became a name to watch.

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Thierry opened his first boutique at the Place des Victoires in the 1er Arrondissement at the same time as launching his men’s collection, favoured by celebrities and performers, including David Bowie.

At the request of Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture he completed his first haute couture collection in 1992. Also that year, he launched his perfume “Angel”.

He created the music video for George Michael`s “Too Funky” and designed the wardrobe for “Macbeth” for the Comedie Francaise. In 2009 he was the artistic director for Beyonce’s “I Am World Tour” and designed her costumes.

He filled his runways with an eclectic mix of stars and models , among them Cyd Charisse, Diana Ross, Sharon Stone, Ivana Trump – in Mugler`s words “personalities who know and accept who they are and fashion themselves accordingly”.

At his 20th anniversary show at Cirque d’Hiver in Paris in 1995, Mugler created a monolithic white set consisting of two runways connected by a spiral staircase with the star-shaped logo of his best-selling perfume Angel as a backdrop.

Mugler showed an unprecedented 300 looks on a diverse line-up of models from every era, including legends like Carmen Dell'Orefice, Veruschka and his muse Jerry Hall alongside Naomi Campbell, Eva Herzigova and Kate Moss.

The cast also included some of his favourite actresses, while socialite Patty Hearst did a striptease.

He showed beauty through the ages, from masterfully cut catsuits, glamorous evening gowns to a futuristic gold bodysuit. The show culminated with a performance by James Brown as confetti rained down on near naked male go-go dances gyrating on pedestals.

I immediately raced to Place des Victoires and stocked my wardrobe. How could you not? The man was the most innovative designer on the planet.

Mugler stepped away from his label in 2002 to concentrate on creative directing projects. His visionary excellence has been embraced by a new generation of pop stars and designers who he has influenced with his mastery of design, Alexander McQueen to name one of many.

I visited his first major museum retrospective “Thierry Mugler: Couturissime” in Rotterdam Holland. The tour which started in Montreal examines his visions for “metamorphoses, superheroines and cyborgs”.

His exhibition showcases 150 of his dramatic ensembles. Designed between 1977 and 2014, the pieces demonstrate the creative prowess of the house of Thierry Mugler, which is credited with revolutionising the fashion industry, and particularly haute couture, with his theatrical designs.

I was entranced with his comprehensive retrospective of his work, aligning garments, accessories and costumes together with video, photography and archival sketches.

The exhibition conveyed the masterful creations of a fashion genius.

Rest In Peace Manfred Thierry Mugler.

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BAE HOODIE – PEACHY GLOW $140, HIGH WAISTED BIKER SHORTS $92

ALO YOGA Alo, which stands for Air, Land, and Ocean, has parlayed the concept of yoga into a luxury activewear label. Alo Yoga is for anyone who flows, but also for those passionate about sporting sophisticated activewear for everyday life. You can choose your pieces based on your preferred exercise: yoga, Pilates, barre, strength training, or simple pick according to your passion for fashion. Sizes range from XS to XL.

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FABLETICS

Actress and entrepreneur, Kate Hudson founded activewear brand, Fabletics in 2013, and it has since generated a cult following. She has collaborated on capsule collections with celeb friends including Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland, Maddie Zeigler and her mum, Goldie Hawn. Pieces range from gym and studio, to “street chic” and “anywhere collection”.

There’s a men’s range too, with plenty of choice.

Sizes range from XXS to 4X making it one of the most inclusive brands on the market. fabletics.com 26 slim magazine Autumn 2022

BLAME IT ON ‘ISO’ AND THE WORKING FROM HOME ERA; ATHLEISURE IS NOW THE ACCEPTABLE NORM FOR WORKING OUT, WORK, REST, PLAY AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. BUT JUST AS IT HAS MORPHED TO MEAN DAY-TODAY RATHER THAN SOLELY ACTIVEWEAR, ATHLEISURE HAS ALSO EVOLVED TO MELD FITNESS, COMFORT AND STYLE. IT’S YOGA PANTS WITH A COSY JUMPER, SNEAKERS AND YOUR BLING; T-SHIRT DRESS, BLAZER AND CHUNKY KICKS; TRACK PANTS, CROP TOP AND OVERSIZED PUFFER, AND ALWAYS, ALWAYS WITH STATEMENT SUNNIES AND A DESIGNER BAG.

KORAL ADEN LEGGINGS IN BLACK $88 BLACKOUT BRA $77 AND JACKET $235

LUSTROUS HIGHRISE LEGGING – CAFÉ, US$88 (APPROX. AUD$122)

KORAL KORAL is a luxury activewear brand, popular with Gigi, Bella, Kendall and a diverse “krew” of celebs and influencers. Creative Director, Brazilian Ilana Kugel travels the world sourcing the finest technical fabrics to design fashion-forward pieces that feel luxurious, look effortless, and last through infinite wears and washings. Renowned for their “lustrous legging”, a high-shine tight, Koral’s collections deliver stylish gym-to-swim-to-club pieces, a look inspired by Kugel’s Rio roots. The label is also well-known for its sleek sports bras, leggings, sweatshirts and loungewear, all designed with the modern woman’s wardrobe in mind. koral.com

ZEBRA SET: DARE ZEBRA FOIL SPORTS BRA, $88.

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Your weight-loss surgery journey, what to expect?

WHO ARE GOOD CANDIDATES FOR WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY AND HOW TO PREPARE FOR SURGERY? ANYONE WHOSE WEIGHT IS SEVERELY AFFECTING THEIR LIFESTYLE, HEALTH, OR MENTAL WELL-BEING WILL BENEFIT GREATLY FROM WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY. In the past, operations for weightloss were limited to extremely obese individuals as the concerns about risks of surgery were significant. These days weight-loss surgery is extremely safe, being a quick keyhole procedure with very short hospital stays often less than 24 hours, and people being able to get back to work within days of their procedure.

Subsequently many more people are now more inclined to look at surgery as an option.

If your BMI is over 40, or you have a BMI over 35 with associated obesity related medical disorders (such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea, arthritis) the Australian National Health & Medical Research Council recommends you have weightloss surgery.

Being overweight or obese can bring on many medical conditions at a much earlier age, and increase your chances of getting diabetes by about 10 times.

The aim of weight-loss surgery is to bring your weight down to a level where any medical conditions you have related to obesity are improved or eliminated, make you healthier and live longer.

Just as importantly, the improvements in mobility, energy, self-esteem, body image and enjoyment in life are what we aim to achieve.

The first step of your surgical weightloss journey is to contact us and we can provide you with information and arrange an appointment for you.

When you come in to meet me, I will discuss obesity in general and how it affects your health and lifestyle. Any relevant medical or surgical history will be discussed. I will show you all the possible options of surgical weightloss, including pictures, a description of how the procedures work and how they would interact with your lifestyle. The pros and cons of each type of operation will be considered, tailoring a specific procedure to best suit your needs.

After having developed a wealth of experience in the field of weight-loss surgery, I'm very well aware that everybody's journey with weight-loss surgery is different. You may know someone who’s had a procedure and who may have done extremely well, or someone who’s had problems. It's important to understand your journey will be different.

The majority of people do extremely well after weight-loss surgery. It's important to understand is that there are a variety of options for weight-loss surgery. I take pride in making sure you understand each of the different options available.

It's also very important to understand that one particular procedure may suit you better than what your friend or relative has had.

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Our Clinic - Surgery Gold Coast works with many affiliated specialists including bariatric surgery specific dietitians, psychologists, exercise physiologist, and physicians for assessment and to ensure you achieve the best results.

Once the decision is made to proceed with surgery, we will usually make a date for the surgery and we will work towards that date with our intense preoperative education program. We can normally organise an operation within about four to six weeks following your initial appointment. We will help with the hospital admission process and arrange relevant investigations such as blood tests. I will provide you with an information booklet describing how the weight-loss surgery is performed, information about the general anaesthetic involved, the pre-operative dietary requirement and medications we will provide you with.

My staff and I will guide you through the next steps and ensure your surgical weight-loss journey is safe, smooth and successful. We will provide a check-list to make the process simple to follow. We will keep in touch with you and assist you every step of the way.

An appointment with one of our three dietitians who specialises in bariatric surgery will be made for you prior to your operation. For two weeks before your surgery date you will need to go on a special very low-calorie diet (VLCD

which causes rapid, initial, effective weight-loss and also reduces the size of your liver making the operation much simpler, safer, and will improve recovery.

The dietitian will advise you of any other foods you are allowed to consume during this period. Sometime our dietitians may formulate a specific diet for you and they will tailor any nutritional or vitamin supplements specifically for you.

Our dietitians will give you more detailed information during your consultation. Dietitians will also see you while in hospital following your operation and also in the weeks following. I will liaise with your GP and any of your other specialists to ensure you are well prepared for your operation. Some medications may need to be stopped before your surgery and we will guide you through this process.

In the weeks leading up to your operation it is important to maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle.

You can be reassured that our friendly staff are happy to be contacted at any stage leading up to your operation if you have any specific questions.

When you are admitted to the hospital before your operation, I will see you again and discuss your management over the next one to two days in the hospital.

All of my patients undergoing a weightloss procedure get their own private room in the ward with an ensuite.

While in the ward, you will be cared for by nurses experienced in managing patients undergoing weigh-loss procedures. You may also be visited by various other specialists including your anaesthetist, dietitians and sometimes my trainees.

Surgery Gold Coast strives to make your entire journey from the initial contact till many years after your operation as smooth and rewarding as possible. All patients become our ongoing concern for life, and our specialist team is always here to help.

Usually, on the day following your operation, you will be ready to go home.

At this stage, the hospital dietitian will see you again and answer any questions you may have about the post-operative diet, and the physiotherapist will ensure you are strong and mobile enough to be discharged.

When you go home, we will make sure you have enough pain killers or other medications required. An appointment to come in and see me within a couple of weeks will be made before you go home.

Importantly, you will also leave with the knowledge that if there is anything untoward going on at any time or if you have any concerns, you can call the clinic and can be seen at any time.

What is also important after the surgery is the follow-up. At my clinic, my team and I strive to maintain contact with you over many years to ensure the results of your procedure are maximised and that your quality of your life has improved.

Dr Jason Free BVSc (HONS) MBBS (Qld) FRACS Specialist Bariatric Surgeon Suite 2, Pindara Professional Centre 8-10 Carrara Street, Benowa Tel: 5564 6501 www.surgerygoldcoast.com.au

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WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY This procedure involves resection of about 85-90 percent of the stomach, converting the stomach from a large bag into a narrow tube, thus decreasing the amount of food that can be eaten. A sleeve gastrectomy provides extremely good rapid weight-loss, about 70-75 percent excess weight-loss.

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Dr Jason Free is one of Australia’s most highly-regarded experts in weight-loss surgery, with extensive specialist bariatric training, and is known as a foremost surgeon in the field.

FIGHT FRIZZ

The Evy Professional Eco Detangling Brush is the head-hugging, soft-cushioning ALL eco-friendly brush you need for smooth and tangle-free hair. Made from 100 percent compressed, biodegradable natural plant starch, the curved, moulded bristles and cushioned paddle gently massage the scalp, preventing damage to the hair caused by breakage. Vegan, PETA-certified cruelty-free, it’s ergonomically designed to fit the palm and available in Blush, Mint and Vanilla.

Joico Defy Damage Invincible FrizzFighting Bond Protector is a multitasking conditioning spray that nourishes hair with an invisible cloak of protection against humidity, thermal damage, and pollution. Delivering a hint of holding power and a soft, silky glow, this fine mist is the last stop on your journey to frizz-free hair.

RRP $24.95. evyprofessional.com

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GENTLE DETANGLER

HAIR APPARENT

FROM CURLS TO THINNING HAIR, THE EXPERTS RECOMMEND THESE HIGH-TECH TREATMENTS AND PRODUCTS FOR A HEALTHY HEAD OF HAIR.

SPLIT SALVATION Monat Rejuvabeads use microencapsulation, a revolutionary formula that temporarily mends split ends for healthier, hair. The effects last for two to three washes and are enhanced with repeated use. Plus, its lightweight formula ensures that you’ll never be left with build-up, oiliness, or heaviness. $77. monatglobal.com

CURL PERFECTION Eliminating the struggle and stress of adding va-va-voom to your hair, FabCurler is an innovative heatless curling method that promises curvaceous curls with barely any effort. FabCurler is made from a super soft bamboo material, which is absorbent and smooth on your strands. Slightly dampen hair, separate down the middle of your hairline. Place the FabCurler at the top of your head, and wrap your hair around the fabric, until all your hair is neatly wrapped up. (Pro tip: if you want springy curls, wrap your hair up in small sections. If you’d rather soft waves, wrap your hair up in larger sections.) Finish by wrapping the FabCurler and your hair in adorable space buns and securing each bun with the VELCRO® fastener. Leave the FabCurler in until your hair is completely dry. To reveal your curls, simply unwrap the FabCurler, in the opposite order to how you positioned it.

FabCurler takes the damage, effort, and frizz out of curling your hair with heat, leaving you with gorgeous, bouncy curls whenever you want them. $49.95. fabcurler.com

CARE FOR CURLS Davroe has introduced a curl specific range of products under the CURLiCUE brand to maintain and manage wavy, curly and coiled hair types. Best of all, it meets the Curly Girl Method standards by excluding silicones, sulphates and drying alcohols. It contains avocado oil which is super hydrating, adds shine and, more importantly, is non-greasy and easily spread through the hair, plus Kakadu plum oil which protects the hair against damage while moisturising, transforming dull and coarse hair into silky and glossy strands, and Lotus flower extract to hydrate and repair to add strength, shine, and body to the hair. The CURLiCUE range includes Cleansing Clay, Deep Conditioning Rinse, Hydrating Hair Oil, Curl Balm, Curl Activator and a Rapid Dry hair Wrap to minimise frizz and drying time. The limited edition CURLiCUE Pack features every full-sized product in the range, housed in a vegan leather Davroe beauty bag. $127. davroe.com

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TRESS TAMER Kemon Actyva Disciplina AntiFrizz Cream is the ideal taming, styling and anti-frizz cream. Adds frizz control and long-lasting protection against humidity.

Perfect for silky smooth styles or soft bouncy curls $36.95. ozhairandbeauty.com

Skin Essentials

TREAT AND TEND YOUR SKIN FROM TOP TO TOE WITH PRODUCTS DEVISED TO HYDRATE, BRIGHTEN AND LIFT YOUR MOOD.

SHINE BRIGHT Alpha-H Vitamin C Serum with Grape Seed is the ultimate way to boost and brighten. This hydrating serum combines new generation Vitamin C technology with botanical extracts to fights free-radical damage and deliver superior antioxidant support to plump and rehydrate skin. $63.96. alpha-h.com

PRECIOUS SLEEP

FIRM FAVOURITE The Enbacci Complete Body Firming Lotion is the first all-over body treatment in Australia to contain the innovative science and benefits of Saponaria Pumila stem cells, a resilient plant native to the alpine mountains during the Pleistocene period. Combined with a host of proven natural ingredients, this daily lotion helps energise dermal skin cell activity, improve moisture retention and re-densify sagging, tired and mature-looking skin. Lightweight, non-greasy and vegan-friendly, this creamy emollient is ideal for all skin types, including those prone to sensitivity, and is pregnancy and breastfeeding safe. $80. www.enbacci.com

Enhanced with Beta-Glucans and Ceramide 3 for improved skin health and hydration, the Skin O2 24K Gold HA Collagen Sleep Mask contains a light gel formula that plumps, and hydrates, reduces fine lines, stimulates collagen, fights free radicals, plant-based hyaluronic plus Vitamin A,C,E. $55. skino2.com.au

EWE CARE Containing Awassi sheep milk and locally-sourced Tasmanian botanicals, Sheep Milk Day Cream is a multi-tasking Day Cream by sustainable skincare brand, Ewe Care. It soothes irritated skin, restores moisture, and combats acne-causing bacteria for a clear and balanced complexion. An ideal base for makeup, this luxurious cream is lightly scented with coastal tea tree oil and housed in a refillable and hand-crafted ceramic vessel. $165. ewecare.com.au

MASK MAGIC

PROFESSIONAL TOUCH

For more than 40 years, Freeman Beauty has been on a mission to produce nature-inspired, fun, high-performing speciality beauty products. Now, they’ve introduced their new butt-smoothing, bustboosting and belly-firming range of body masks with special blends of active ingredients to firm, tighten and smooth the skin. Available nationally instore and online at Target, they are set to be the DIY essentials.

To complement its break-through Hydrating Recovery Mask, Hydromerse Skincare has launched six new, professional-grade Cosmeceutical skincare products designed and formulated to target ageing skin: Anti-Wrinkle Face Cream, Eye & Lip Serum, Eye Cream, Face Serum, Facial Cleanser and Facial Toning Mist.

Hydromerse Cosmeceuticals are recommended by professionals who are trained in their use. They are able to penetrate deeper into the skin and contain higher strength key active ingredients. $60 to $80. hydromerse.com

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Wonder women

RECOGNISING THE WORK AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF GOLD COAST WOMEN.

Dr Donna Tanchev Female focus

A familiar face in business and community Dr Donna Tanchev is the principal GP and founder of Her Medical, a much-needed medical centre dedicated to Women’s Health.

After completing a degree in psychology at the University of Newcastle, Donna finished her medical degree at Bond University. She has extensive experience with all aspects of women’s health from antenatal shared care and child health, contraception, endometriosis, menopause and everything in between.

As she explains, “I am a naturally curious person and I found the human body fascinating. From a young age I was drawn to the sciences and medicine.

“I love all aspects of medicine and truly enjoy the diversity of general practice. I found a large gap in the general practice landscape looking for my own women’s health GP. I felt that this is where I could do really good work in treating acute and chronic illness as

well as providing up to date evidence-based, inclusive, holistic health education and preventative care.”

Her Medical is a dream come true for Dr Donna.

“As a young woman, I found it very challenging to find a medical centre that I wanted to go to and feel comfortable at. Her Medical is the reality of a very clear vision I have held in my mind from so long ago to create a beautiful, elegant space for women to attend to their health.

“I wanted a spa-like experience in the medical centre that included a holistic approach to ‘wellness’.

During her career, Dr Donna has been mentored and encouraged by various medical professionals who taught her about the imperative of caring.

“Along the way, I have met and been inspired by various doctors who taught me not only about the science of medicine but also, the

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art, and provided me with the framework upon which to model myself as a doctor.

The one that stood out for me and that I felt most connected to was: ‘when you care, quality naturally follows’. That is the ethos of my work as a doctor and the mantra at Her Medical.”

Beyond the practice, Dr Donna is committed to her own health and wellbeing, making time for other pastimes, including travel, cooking, fashion and photography.

“As well as music, which can be heard playing all day at Her Medical,” she adds.

A passionate Gold Coaster, Dr Donna loves the outdoor lifestyle. “I love the weather and the proximity to both stunning beaches and hinterland, and I am really excited about the burgeoning arts and culture precincts that are developing.”

Her Medical 30 Yacht St, Southport Tel: (07) 5616 8070 hermedical.com.au

individual expression,” she says. “It connects us and helps us to express ourselves, just like painting and drawing.

“Fashion to me is a way of introducing yourself no matter what your fashion style is without having to say a word.

“It is also a way to express yourself. It provides us with a creative outlet that we can constantly change and evolve into our unique style.”

Having lived in Europe, the Middle East and New Zealand, Azra is proud to call the Gold Coast home, where her heart and soul are both firmly bonded.

Azra Kujovic Dynamic doyenne

Azra Kujovic is a well-recognised face on the social circuit thanks to her role at TAG Heuer, part of the LVHM group, but much more than this, she’s a devoted mum to her two boys, Armani and Aidan and dedicated devotee of fashion.

Prior to this position, Azra worked her way up through the ranks of DFS and was the youngest General Manager at the tender age of 27.

After a stint in Auckland where she honed her retail skills, she returned to the Gold Coast and took up the role of Manager at TAG Heuer, the esteemed Swiss watchmaker.

Building on her background and experience as part of a global team, Azra founded her own business, known as Excelsior 99 consulting and PR in 2015, coaching and adding value to businesses in leadership and training fields.

Born in Sarajevo, Bosnia Herzegovina, Azra migrated to Australia with her family in 1994 and grew up in Mermaid Waters, always retaining a deep appreciation for art, culture, history and fashion. “I appreciate fashion and see it as form of art and a platform for

Dr Melissa Routledge has been a Vet for five years, graduating from the University of Queensland with Honours in 2016.

She operates Vet Xpress mobile veterinary service covering the entire Gold Coast.

“I was drawn to this career as I have always had an affinity for animals,” she says. “For as long as I can remember becoming a Veterinarian was all I ever wanted to do as a career.”

For Melissa, it’s a privilege and pleasure to work with animals every day.

“I love helping owners establish long and healthy relationships with their pets. I also enjoy being a support network and providing advice to owners when they need it in a variety of different ways such as animal welfare, nutrition, behaviour and husbandry.”

Vet Xpress is unique as it is a privately-owned, owner-operated small business.

Dr Melissa Routledge Animal attraction

“I operate as a mixed practice Veterinarian so provide services to small and large animals.

Being a mobile Veterinary service appeals to customers who may be elderly and can’t drive, mothers with children at home, many people for many different reasons.

“Another large clientele base we have is large dogs that are hard to transport or cats who do not like car rides. We also service a number

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“The Gold Coast home is the perfect place for our family where my two sons were born and are being raised.

“It provides a great lifestyle, beautiful contrast of beaches and hinterland and access to world-class educational facilities and infrastructure without hustle of big city living.

“The climate is perfect and the city is ever evolving, offering vast opportunities for growth and something for everyone. Most of all, Gold Coast has many incredible people and a great sense of community spirit that make this a truly remarkable city to cherish, live in and be part of.”

of clients who breed litters of puppies, the benefit to them is they don’t have to take puppies into a vet surgery and expose them to other potentially sick animals.”

Feedback from her clients clearly shows they appreciate the personal, convenient home service. “Plus they will always be seeing the same Veterinarian each time, me, which allows me to provide follow up care and really gives customers a sense of inclusion and belonging.”

Born and raised on the Gold Coast, Melissa spends time with her horse, Flo. “She is a Belgian Draft who I ride and compete on at local competitions. I used to compete for Australia and locally in the sport of Equestrian Vaulting - best described as Gymnastics on horseback.

“Family time is also important,” she continues. “I have an 18 month old daughter and husband. We love exploring the Gold Coast on the weekends including the Farmers Markets at Bundall, local cafés and theme parks. We hope to be able to travel internationally again soon.”

The Gold Coast satisfies every need and interest. “What’s not to love about the Gold Coast? The weather, the restaurants, cafés, social events, shopping – everything’s here.”

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FOREVER SUMMER

New Zealand brand, Maggie Marilyn has launched its ‘Forever’ capsule collection, with a distinctly romantic theme that embodies holiday-inspired celebrations.

The collection is comprised of seven unique 100 percent organic cotton shirts – each named after one of designer, Maggie Hewitt’s favourite beaches in the scenic Bay of Islands, New Zealand, and three 100 percent silk scarves.

Designed to take you from day into night, it’s a Parisianinspired, effortless wardrobe for an endless summer Available online at maggiemarilyn.com

FASHION FIX

Trans-seasonal pieces that take you from work, rest and play.

DITA VON TEESE LINGERIE VEDETTE CAPRI BLUE UNDERWIRE BRA $89.95 DITAVONTEESELINGERIE.COM

AM EYEWEAR RENAE - RED GRANITE (LIMITED EDITION) $260 AMEYEWEAR.COM

CAZINC THE LABEL AMARI SHORT DESERT $129 CAZINCTHELABEL.COM.AU

DITA VON TEESE LINGERIE VEDETTE CAPRI BLUE SUSPENDERS $89.95 AND G-STRING $49.95 DITAVONTEESELINGERIE.COM

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From Greek Gods to Italian models. From a repulsive sex crazed taxi driver, to an irresistible ex-con. From brushes with the Police in Venice to French thieves on the Metro in Paris, not to mention more than a few shady characters in between, this would certainly be a trip they would never forget. $24.99 (hardcover). Xlibris books.

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Your brain is the most important and valuable organ in your body. It’s never too early or late to start looking after your brain, particularly if you have a family history or genetic predisposition to Dementia. Whilst we cannot change getting older, genetics or family history, scientific research suggests that changing certain health and lifestyle habits may make a big difference to reducing or delaying your risk of developing dementia. The risks that can be changed are through the lifestyle choices we make. This means you can reduce your risk of dementia by looking after your heart, body, and mind. Ngaire Hobbins, International Author, Speaker, Dietitian and Educator is an expert in nutrition and what to eat and do to boost brain health and reduce dementia risk. She translates the science of nutrition into meaningful and practical healthy eating and lifestyle tips that will make a real difference to people’s lives. $32.99. Bermingham Books.

STEP INTO YOU Lorraine Murphy As we launch into 2022 this will be the ultimate life guide for women who feel they lack motivation or are overwhelmed. Step Into You will leave you recharged, re-focused and ready to stride into your best future. In Step Into You, entrepreneur and mentor Lorraine Murphy shares her best advice on how to re-focus on you and your personal version of success. She presents essential tips, advice and hacks that have transformed her own life, as well as real, raw and relatable examples from other busy women. Step Into You covers: Growing a healthy mindset; Shaking off ‘overwhelm’ and getting it done; Developing your unique vision and goals; Understanding and managing energy levels; Putting self-care first; Progressing your career, relationships and parenting. $32.99. Hachette Australia.

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THE DUCHESS WHO DARED: THE LIFE OF MARGARET, DUCHESS OF ARGYLL Charles Castle The extraordinary story behind A Very British Scandal, starring Claire Foy and Paul Bettany. Margaret was debutante of the year, the beautiful fairy-tale heiress who ended up penniless and ostracised by her own family. Legal actions coloured her life. Her divorce from the Duke of Argyll was one of the longest, costliest and most notorious in British legal history. Her diaries, and photographs of her with a 'headless' naked man, were used in evidence. This sparkling biography draws on exclusive interviews with the late Duchess to lift the lid off her past, and her scandalous lifestyle. .

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In 1972 Mark May is eighteen.

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FACTS AND OTHER LIES: WELCOME TO THE DISINFORMATION AGE Ed Coper From fringe conspiracy theories to 'alternative facts', a timely look at how we arrived in the 'fake news' era. Would your younger self believe the news of today? An entire city block blown up by a suicide bomber on Christmas Day because he believed phone towers spread disease. Angry rioters in furs and horns overrun the Capitol in a bloody insurrection. A global pandemic which, even as they lie dying from it, people refuse to believe exists. Facts and Other Lies puts fake news in its historical context and explains how disinformation has fractured society, even threatening democracy itself. It explains why disinformation is so potent and so hard to stop, and what we can do to help prevent its proliferation in Australia where politicians and shock jocks are already operating from the same dark playbook. It outlines how anyone can defuse disinformation in the home, office or pub, or wherever the deluded gather to spread their nonsense. $32.99. Allen & Unwin.

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GRAB THE POPCORN AND THE CHOC TOP, IT’S BACK TO THE CINEMA WE GO, WITH PLEASURE, SHARING MEMORABLE MOVIE MOMENTS WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. ENJOY THE FOLLOWING NEW RELEASES, COMING SOON TO THE BIG SCREEN NEAR YOU! MARRY ME 10TH FEB 2022

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Packed with original songs by Jennifer Lopez and global Latin music star Maluma, Marry Me features Lopez starring as musical superstar Kat Valdez and Owen Wilson as Charlie Gilbert, a maths teacher, total strangers who agree to marry and then get to know each other. An unlikely romance about two different people searching for something real in a world where value is based on likes and followers, Marry Me is a modern love story about celebrity, marriage and social media.

CYRANO 24TH FEB 2022 Award-winning director Joe Wright envelops moviegoers in a symphony of emotions with music, romance, and beauty in Cyrano, re-imagining the timeless tale of a heartbreaking love triangle. A man ahead of his time, Cyrano de Bergerac (Peter Dinklage) dazzles whether with ferocious wordplay at a verbal joust or with brilliant swordplay in a duel. But, convinced that his appearance renders him unworthy of the love of a devoted friend, the luminous Roxanne (Haley Bennett), Cyrano has yet to declare his feelings for her, and Roxanne has fallen in love, at first sight, with Christian (Kelvin Harrison, Jr.)

10TH FEB 2022 Kenneth Branagh’s remake of the classic ‘whodunnit’ features an all-star cast, including Tom Bateman, Gal Gadot, Annette Bening, Russell Brand, Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders and Kenneth Branagh as the astute Inspector Hercule Poirot. Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot's Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple's idyllic honeymoon is tragically cut short. The plot may be the same, but the sinister is dialled up a notch.

THE BATMAN 3RD MARCH 2022 It’s not just a call… It’s a warning. From Warner Bros. Pictures comes Matt Reeves’ The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne. Starring alongside Pattinson as Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters are Zoë Kravitz (Big Little Lies) as Selina Kyle; Paul Dano (12 Years a Slave) as Edward Nashton; Jeffrey Wright (No Time to Die, Westworld) as the GCPD’s James Gordon; John Turturro (the Transformers films) as Carmine Falcone and Peter Sarsgaard (The Magnificent Seven, Interrogation) as Gotham D.A. Gil Colson.

AMBULANCE 7TH APRIL 2022

Over one day across the streets of LA, three lives will change forever. In this breakneck thriller from director-producer Michael Bay, decorated veteran Will Sharp (Emmy winner Yahya Abdul Mateen II, Candyman, The Matrix Resurrections), desperate for money to cover his wife’s medical bills, asks for help from the one person he knows he shouldn’t, his adoptive brother Danny (Oscar® nominee Jake Gyllenhaal). A charismatic career criminal, Danny instead offers him a score: the biggest bank heist in Los Angeles history: $32 million.

With his wife’s survival on the line, Will can’t say no. But when their getaway goes spectacularly wrong, the desperate brothers hijack an ambulance with a wounded cop clinging to life and ace EMT Cam Thompson (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Baby Driver) onboard.

THE NORTHMAN 21ST APRIL 2022 From visionary director Robert Eggers comes THE NORTHMAN, an action-filled epic that follows a young Viking prince on his quest to avenge his father’s murder. With an all-star cast that includes Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ethan Hawke, Björk, and Willem Dafoe.

DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA 17TH MARCH 2022 It’s a new era for the Crawley family as they prepare to embrace the 1930s in the forthcoming Downton Abbey movie. When Hollywood invades the Abbey, members of our beloved Crawley household escape to the south of France where they will confront a dark secret from their past, after learning that the Dowager Countess (Maggie Smith) has inherited a sprawling villa from a former lover.

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Energy to burn!

A HARD-WORKING MUM, MELISSA CLARKE WAS FINDING THAT NO MATTER HOW DEDICATED SHE WAS TO HER WORK-OUT AND HOWEVER MANY DAYS SHE TRAINED, SHE COULDN’T ATTAIN THE WEIGHT-LOSS SHE WAS AFTER. SHE SOUGHT EXPERT ADVICE ON A GASTRIC SLEEVE AND IT HAS CHANGED HER LIFESTYLE AND HER OUTLOOK. NOW, THRILLED WITH HER RESULTS, MELISSA IS FIT AND FULL OF ENERGY.

NAME: MELISSA CLARKE

What was your relationship with food?

AGE: 49

My relationship with food was ok, but I was not eating the right foods that I should have been, especially having thyroid disease. I only ate two meals a day lunch and dinner and sometimes I would only eat lunch and when I did eat, I would eat the wrong foods.

OCCUPATION: COMPLIANCE OFFICER HEIGHT: 165CM CURRENT WEIGHT: 50.9 KILOGRAMS HEAVIEST WEIGHT: 106 KILOGRAMS

I trained for two years and in that time, I trained six days a week I still didn't eat right, however I did cut out the junk food. I drank a lot of Pepsi Max. I would have up six cans a day this did not help with my weight.

DAY OF SURGERY WEIGHT: 104 KILOGRAMS

What motivated you to go on your weight-loss journey?

HOW MANY KILOS DID YOU LOSE? 56 KILOGRAMS

My motivation was to make changes in my life and to start with my weight as this was the main reason I was miserable and depressed. A couple of ladies at 38 slim magazine Autumn 2022

work had the procedure done and I watched their progress. I decided to look into the Gastric Sleeve, so I took myself to my GP and sought his advise.

He highly recommended me to have this procedure done and referred me to the experts. I was a bit sceptical at first, as having Hashimoto’s disease I wasn’t convinced that this was going to work.

So, I rang the Doctor’s practice and had a chat with him about the procedure and how this would work with my thyroid disease.

The Doctor assured me that this will work and that he had help other patients with thyroid disease and it was successful for them. So, I decided I would give this a go, as what else do I have to lose, and I booked myself in.

How long had you battled with weight issues?

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s

disease when I was 23 years old and that is when my weight-loss battles began.

After the birth of my third child at the age of 35 I found it even hard to lose weight. Over the years, I found that I started to put more weight on. In 2014 I decide to join a gym trained six days a week only to drop one dress size, from 18 to 16.

This was heartbreaking, as all this hard work I was doing and I wasn’t getting the results that I should have. In 2019 I started working from home for six months and during that time, I was not leaving the house and I found myself at the weight of 106 kilograms.

I was miserable and I had to do something about it but didn't know what else I could have done. I started eating the right foods and walking but this wasn't enough to lose the weight that I wanted to lose.

What health problems did you face as a result?

In 2015 I had a mini transient ischemic attack (TIA), a brief blockage, only to find out I have a small hole in my heart.

I could no longer train at the gym six days a week therefore this resulted in me gaining all that weight back on after all the hard work I had done for the last two years.

I struggle with depression even though you would never know it! As I got bigger I found I had less energy and everything was such an effort. This made me even more depressed as I am not the type of person who sits on their backside for too long.

maybe the Gastric Sleeve would work for me. I decided on the sleeve because it was permanent and I didn't want to go with the band as it could move or stretch I thought the sleeve was the better option for me because of my illness.

It starts I found myself sitting down for long periods of time and this was such a today... mental challenge for me I didn’t cope mentally at all.

What made you decide on weight-loss surgery and which procedure was the right one for you?

I decided to take this weight-loss surgery to improve my health not wanting to run the risk of having a stroke or heart attack due to my weight.

Post-surgery, what have been some of the challenges?

Some of my challenges post-surgery included the puree stage after the operation and adapting to the change in some foods that I can no longer eat, like spicy and sweet foods.

I am very strict on what I eat now. I do Having Hashimoto’s disease has been not eat anything with sugar or fat in it. I not only a weight-loss problem but a also found eating five small meals a day a mental one as well. Going from a size 8 struggle at first, but now it’s just routine. when I was 23 years old to size 18 was Any regrets? not easy to get my head around and it CALL THE OBESITY SURGERY was hard to overcome mentally. It took a GOLD COASTICLINIC have absolutely no regrets! It was the long time for my mind to be ok with me FOR AN best decision I have ever6501 made for myself OBLIGATION FREE Call 07 5564 not being a size 8 anymore.

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make one phone call to change your life forever WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY This procedure involves resection of about 85-90 percent of the stomach, converting the stomach from a large bag into a narrow tube, thus decreasing the amount of food that can be eaten. A sleeve gastrectomy provides extremely good rapid weight-loss, about 70-75 percent excess weight-loss.

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The Facts about Breast Reduction

BREAST REDUCTION SURGERY, ALSO KNOWN AS REDUCTION MAMMOPLASTY, REDUCES THE WEIGHT AND VOLUME OF THE BREASTS, AS WELL AS PROVIDING AN “UPLIFT” TO THE BREAST. FAT, BREAST TISSUE AND SKIN ARE REMOVED FROM THE BREASTS, FOLLOWED BY RESHAPING AND REPOSITIONING OF THE NIPPLES. Candidates for breast reduction surgery include women who experience functional problems of back, neck and shoulder pain, skin irritation under the breasts.

They may cause poor posture, inability to exercise and deep indents in the shoulder area from the bra. Women may also feel like their breasts are disproportionate to their body size, have unequal breasts or have long term breast implants for removal and their breasts have grown over the years.

Scars are placed around the areola, vertically under the areola and horizontally in the crease under the breast. Scars can be minimised by proper surgical techniques, postoperative care and scar management. This includes expert taping, silicone gel and laser treatment.

Breast reduction can be considered in men who have a condition called gynaecomastia (breast enlargement) or for gender changes.

Surgery is performed either as day stay (home the same day) or one to two nights hospital stay. The surgical procedure takes 2.5 to four hours to perform and usually pain is minimal and recovery several weeks.

The postoperative size of the breast can be varied and is discussed with each individual patient and depends on the preoperative size and shape. Sometimes breast implants can be inserted with a reduction to produce a fuller upper pole to the breast.

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The Lotus Institute (with full Plastic Surgical qualifications) are experts in all types of breast surgery reconstruction including breast reduction (female and male), breast enlargement, uplift, reconstruction after mastectomy and breast implant removal.

To discuss if breast reduction surgery is right for you, book a consultation with Specialist Plastic Surgeons Dr Peter Widdowson or Dr Drew Cronin at The Lotus Institute.

DR PETER WIDDOWSON AND DR DREW CRONIN The Lotus Institute Level Two, 2 Short Street Southport. Tel: (07) 5509 4488

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Dr Peter Widdowson MB, ChB, FRACS (Plastic) Plastic Surgeon

Dr Peter Widdowson has a background of nearly 30 years in Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery. Qualifying in his specialty in 1982 he has been an internationally acclaimed microsurgeon and reconstructive surgeon for over 20 years. Since commencing as Director at the Lotus Institute in 1999 he has super specialised in Cosmetic surgery, directing one of the most acclaimed Cosmetic Clinics in Australasia.

His qualifications include, Member of Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and Fellow of Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).

Dr Drew Cronin

B.Biomed Sci, MBBS, FRACS (Plastic) Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

Doctor Drew Cronin is a Queensland trained Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon based here on the Gold Coast. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. He is also the first locally trained Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon on the Gold Coast, being one of the first graduates of the Griffith University School of Medicine.

Dr Cronin performs a wide variety of Reconstructive and Cosmetic procedures, including body lift and body contouring procedures, aesthetic and reconstructive breast procedures, and facial aesthetic surgery. He also performs skin cancer excision and reconstruction, hand surgery and microsurgery.

• Abdominoplasty • Body Lift • Breast Implant Removal • Fat Grafting • Thigh Reduction • Otoplasty

• Blepharoplasty • Brachioplasty • Breast Lift (Mastopexy) • Facelift (MIFACE) /Necklift • Laser Resurfacing • Skin Cancer Surgery

• Body Contouring • Breast Augmentation • Browlift • Gynecomastia • Lip Lift • Post Weight-Loss Surgery

As a non-surgical option, The Lotus Institute has a highly-regarded and professional Aesthetic Injecting Department offering clients softening, volumising and enhancement of the tissues - especially of the face - using a variety of injectable products. Our nurses/injectors Patricia Hampson and Marie Steele have more than 26 years combined experience in this highly-skilled area.

We also offer clients pure mineral makeup and medical-grade skincare products which only use natural and organic essential oils, butters and waxes all of which are completely biodegradable and environmentally friendly as well as being 100 percent vegan.

THE LOTUS INSTITUTE: Level Two, 2 Short Street, Southport Q 4215 Australia Tel: (07) 5509 4488 Fax: (07) 5528 4166 Email: lotus@lotus-institute.com.au

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Freeze for the future IF YOU’RE NOT READY TO GET PREGNANT, BUT DON’T WANT TO MISS OUT ON BEING A PARENT, EGG FREEZING MAY BE THE SOLUTION FOR YOU. EGG FREEZING ALLOWS YOU TO STORE YOUR UNFERTILISED EGGS, TO PRESERVE THEIR QUALITY FOR USE IN THE FUTURE. Frozen eggs may be stored for many years. When you are ready to use your eggs, they are thawed, and then fertilised with sperm – either from your partner or a donor. A healthy fertilised egg can develop into an embryo, which will then be transferred back to your uterus, with a subsequent chance of pregnancy.

Egg freezing can benefit women who may not be ready to get pregnant yet, but are concerned about the effect of ageing on their fertility. Age-related infertility in women is one of the most common issues presented to Fertility Specialists each day when trying to help patients become pregnant. A woman’s most fertile years are in her 20s and early 30s, when the ovaries still contain a large number of healthy eggs. For the 10 to 15 years prior to menopause the ovarian function deteriorates, meaning women in their 40s have a much lower chance of producing a healthy pregnancy using their own eggs.

The stimulation typically involves daily injections of hormones using a tiny needle under the skin, which are very easy to administer. You will be given instructions on administering the medication in an introductory session with our fertility nurses.

During this time, you will also need regular blood tests and ultrasound scans to monitor hormone levels and egg development.

Egg collection The eggs are removed from the ovaries using an ultrasound guided probe.

Attached to the ultrasound probe is a fine needle that passes through the vaginal wall into the ovary and draws the fluid (and egg) from the ovary. You can go home about one hour after the procedure and are advised to rest quietly for the rest of the day.

The younger the woman is when her eggs are frozen, the better the chance of the thawed eggs resulting in a pregnancy.

Egg freezing in women over the age of 37 or 38 would be expected to have a lower chance of pregnancy.

Egg freezing costs vary depending on your individual circumstances. If there are medical reasons for freezing eggs, Medicare will provide a rebate on the associated costs. Once eggs are frozen, ongoing storage fees will also apply every 6 months.

Dr Andrew Cary has 28 years’ experience in assisting women with pregnancy, gynaecology and IVF issues. Get in touch for further information or to book an appointment.

Egg freezing procedure

Hormonal stimulation

The eggs undergo freezing, or cryopreservation, in the IVF laboratory, using the latest scientific technology.

This process involves immersing each egg in a series of special fluid solutions to protect its cellular structure, followed by storage in freezing tanks of liquid nitrogen. Eggs may be stored for many years.

To obtain eggs for freezing, you will usually undergo hormonal stimulation over 10–12 days enabling a group of eggs (usually 10–15) to mature. There are a variety of stimulation techniques for this, and your Fertility Specialist will work with you to develop the best treatment for your individual circumstances.

A stimulated cycle would result in the collection of 10 to 15 eggs.

Approximately 70 to 80 percent of eggs would survive thawing, approximately 40 to 50 percent of surviving eggs would fertilise and approximately 79 to 90 percent of fertilised eggs would develop into good quality embryos, depending on the age of the woman and her inherent

By freezing eggs, you can preserve your fertility until you are ready to get pregnant. For example, a 40-year-old woman trying to get pregnant using eggs she froze at 30 years old, will have approximately the same chance of pregnancy as a 30 year old.

egg quality, and the quality of the sperm.

A single embryo would have a 25 to 35 percent chance of developing into a pregnancy.

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DR ANDREW CARY MBBS (QLD) FRANZCOG

Specialities: Fertility, Obstetrics, Gynaecology Get in touch for further information or to book an appointment.

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Dr Andrew Cary

Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & IVF Specialist

From Conception to Delivery, We’re with You All the Way Dr Andrew Cary has been setting a standard of excellence in women’s health for 26 years.

He is able to assist with all women’s issues, including: • Infertility

• Day surgery

• Painful and heavy periods

• Gynaecological surgery

• Pregnancy care

• Contraception

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• High-risk pregnancies

Suite 10, Pindara Place, Carrara Street, Benowa, Qld, 4217 reception@drcary.com.au

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Close to our hearts ALMOST EVERY HOUR OF EVERY DAY AN AUSTRALIAN WOMAN DIES OF CORONARY HEART DISEASE. ON AVERAGE THAT EQUATES TO 20 WOMEN A DAY.

If you are a woman aged 45 and over (or 30 and over for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander women), speak to your GP about your risk of heart attack and stroke and have a Heart Health Check.

Research shows that women are much less likely to undergo treatment for heart attack or angina (chest pain) in hospital compared to men.

Pregnancy puts a lot of stress on the body. Some of the complications of pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes and high blood pressure can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease later in life.

For women, the risk of cardiovascular disease changes throughout life’s course. It’s important to be aware of the risk factors that specifically affect women, and what you can do to look after your heart health. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is an example of a condition that occurs more frequently in women.

It occurs when a split suddenly develops between the inner layers of a coronary artery. Blood flows into this space and reduces the amount of blood flowing through the artery. This means less blood and oxygen reach the heart.

The symptoms of SCAD are similar to those of a heart attack or angina (chest pain). Most people who have SCAD have few or no known risk factors.

Recognising the warning signs of a heart attack, and getting treatment as quickly as possible, is important for women of all ages.

Chest pain is the most common heart attack symptom affecting women (and men). However, women are more likely than men to experience non-chest pain symptoms including jaw, shoulder or back pain, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, indigestion or fatigue/tiredness.

In addition to traditional cardiovascular disease risk factors, the risk of a heart attack or stroke can also be affected by women-specific risk factors.

As women transition into menopause, their risk of cardiovascular disease increases. During menopause, women experience changes to their sex hormones, fat distribution and lipid metabolism and are at greater risk of high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels which can increase their risk of cardiovascular disease. Women who enter menopause at age 45 or younger (early onset menopause) have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

Risk factors for cardiovascular disease in women include: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Diabetes, obesity, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, smoking, polycystic ovary syndrome, premature menopause, pregnancy complications, autoimmune disorders and their treatments, some cancer treatments, contraception and depression.

A heart-healthy diet is low in unhealthy fats, salt and added sugar, and rich in wholegrains, fibre, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats is ideal. Consider adding fruit, vegetables and wholegrain cereals, healthy proteins especially fish, seafood, legumes, nuts and seeds with smaller amounts of eggs and lean poultry. Limit lean red meat to one to three times a week. Choose unflavoured milk, yoghurt and cheese. Those with high blood cholesterol should choose reduced fat varieties. Healthy fat choices with nuts, seeds, avocados, olives and their oils for cooking. Use herbs and spices to flavour foods, instead of adding salt.

Source: heartfoundation.org.au

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which includes oestrogen replacement, has been used for many years to treat short-term menopausal symptoms. In some women, depending on their GP’s advice, HRT has also been used after menopause for those with osteoporosis.

There has been a lot of research into the effects of HRT on the development of heart disease. Based on this research the Heart Foundation does not recommend HRT in the treatment or prevention of heart disease. There is evidence to show the use of HRT amongst postmenopausal women around 60 years of age or older may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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DR BEN ANDERSON Servicing patients at Pindara and John Flynn Private Hospitals, The Tweed Hospital and consulting at Goonellabah Medical Centre. heartsurgerygoldcoast.com.au

Taking care of your greatest asset together.

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Demystifying Menopause

By Dr Donna Tanchev, Her Medical

THE TERM "MENOPAUSE" REFERS TO THE FINAL MENSTRUAL PERIOD. AT MENOPAUSE, OVULATION NO LONGER OCCURS AND PRODUCTION OF OESTROGEN AND PROGESTERONE CEASES. FLUCTUATING HORMONE LEVELS CAUSE A RANGE OF SYMPTOMS WHICH CAN VARY FROM MILD TO DEBILITATING. TYPICALLY SYMPTOMS LAST FOUR TO EIGHT YEARS AND ARE MOST INTENSE IN FIRST YEAR, THE AVERAGE AGE FOR MENOPAUSE IS 51.

Peri-menopause is the time leading up to menopause which is signalled by irregular periods and changes in the flow.

Common symptoms include hot flushes and night sweats, aches and pains, fatigue or irritability, vaginal dryness, loss of libido, urinary frequency, dry skin, weight gain and an overall loss of vitality. Anxiety, forgetfulness, brain fog and insomnia are also common. There is no way to predict how long these will last.

Women do not have to suffer through the symptoms of menopause. There is a variety of natural, non-hormonal and hormonal options to ease the symptoms of peri-menopause.

Dietary and lifestyle modifications including reduction of alcohol intake, sleeping with the fan on, maintaining a healthy BMI, dressing in light cotton layers as well as cognitive behaviour therapy can help to reduce the negative effects of hot flushes. Avoidance of spicy

foods and not smoking may also help to keep hot flushes at bay.

There are herbal supplements available over the counter and online which in some women help to reduce the frequency of hot flushes and night sweats - talk to your doctor about which products are reputable and safe to try. Dietary supplements that can be found in health food stores and even supermarkets may also provide relief of symptoms.

Yoga, acupuncture and hypnosis have also been investigated in the management of menopausal flushes however the evidence is mixed.

Similarly, regular exercise has not been found to reduce the frequency of hot flushes however it is beneficial for strengthening bones and maintaining heart health which is important at this stage.

Have a discussion with your doctor about what the options are and what is best suited to you.

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“Hooked on Happy” AUSTRALIAN ACTRESS REBEL WILSON STARS IN A NEW CAMPAIGN FOR TOURISM FIJI AS THE COUNTRY OPENED FOR QUARANTINE-FREE TRAVEL FOR FULLY-VACCINATED AUSSIES FROM DECEMBER 2021.

Australian actress Rebel Wilson stars in a new campaign for Tourism Fiji as the country opened for quarantine-free travel for fully-vaccinated Aussies from December 2021.

Bringing to life the concept of “Open for Happiness”, Rebel Wilson features in Tourism Fiji’s campaign that sees the actress escape the hustle and bustle of Hollywood life to glamorously wash up on Fiji’s pristine shores. Welcomed with a friendly “Bula” (Fijian for “hello”), she embarks on an adventure to experience all that the idyllic islands have to offer.

The perfect destination if you’re looking for a romantic getaway, an adventurepacked escape, or you just want to lie on the beach and drink from a coconut, you’ll find it in Fiji - and Fiji can’t wait to have you back.

Growing up in Australia, Rebel has very fond memories of visiting Fiji as a child, so was delighted to return as an adult to shoot the ‘Open for Happiness’ campaign.

“When someone asks you whether you want to visit Fiji - there is really only one answer isn’t there?” she said, adding “It’s one of the most beautiful places in the world.”

Rebel admitted she had the “best time” filming the campaign. “There really is nothing like the white sand and clear waters of Fiji. It is truly breathtaking.

“But even more than the landscape, I love Fiji the most for its people.

Everyone greets you with a smile and a ‘bula’. The warmth and hospitality of everyone I met is something I will always remember. Fiji truly is open for happiness.”

Fiji is ready to welcome back visitors with open arms to its 333 islands, white sand beaches and year-round tropical warmth.

Once you arrive, you can holiday safely and enjoy the best of Fiji knowing that when sticking to CareFiji Commitment businesses, everyone you interact with will be fully vaccinated.

Renowned for being one of the happiest countries in the world, Fiji has a compelling blend of natural wonders and sense of community that attracts thousands of Aussie tourists each year.

Music, ceremonies and traditional customs, food, art and a balmy climate hovering around 26 to 30 degrees all year round combine to make Fiji the tropical island paradise dreams are made of.

Tourism Fiji CEO, Brent Hill said “We’re so proud to launch this campaign, featuring the brilliant Rebel Wilson!

“What a pleasure it was working with someone so talented, and who truly embraced everything Fiji is about - from our natural beauty, to our people and our local musicians, producers and talent.

Fiji is truly Open for Happiness, and this was such a special campaign for us to make, in Fiji. We are thrilled to once again finally be able to welcome our visitors back from around the globe to the shores of Fiji. It has been a long time coming.

“Safety has of course been paramount as we have been planning Fiji’s re-opening, so we have a number of systems in place that aim to protect both visitors and our community. Welcome home to Fiji!”

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Full belly, full heart

Convinced drinking and dining in Fiji begins and ends at its resorts? Fiji’s vibrant - and varied - hospitality scene is coming of age, local restaurants, cafes and food tourism operators celebrating both local flavours with a tip of the hat to its rich multicultural history. From the deservedly popular to those secret spots only insiders know about, Fiji’s delightfully diverse dining scene has plenty to tempt your tastebuds.

The Fiji Food Truck in Suva, an instafamous vehicle, serves up a host of goodies from fresh fish tacos and loaded fries to wahoo burgers. Just as famous with travellers are high-end restaurants Eden Bistro and Tiko’s Floating Restaurant .

In Denarau, KANU - Fiji’s first gastropub, Daikoku Cardo’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar, round out the ‘must visit’ list, but for those looking for cheap bites, be sure to also check out Yeastie Boys for fresh baked goods.

When you’re known as Fiji’s ‘Garden Island’, there’s a lot to live up to when it comes to your produce and,

Fiji Five

Five reasons why Fiji is the perfect spot to restore your happiness after the past two years of travel restrictions and numerous other challenges.

Reconnect with nature

With 333 islands in Fiji and over 500 small islets, there are plenty of ways to reconnect with nature. Whether you step of the shores of your resort or venture out a little further, Fiji’s marine life is something of a natural wonder, untouched pristine reef, crystal clear waters, and if you’re lucky, you may even get to swim with a Manta ray or a sea turtle.

Fiji boasts nearly 800 species of plants found nowhere else in the world. The most famous of these is the tagimoucia flower which only grows on a single mountain ridge on the northern island Taveuni.

Mainland Fiji, Viti Levu features a rock formation that looks like that of a sleeping giant. Once a private garden purchased by Hollywood Actor Raymond Burr, the 20-hectare Garden of the Sleeping Giant is home to 1,000 orchid hybrids and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Nadi and Denarau, a sure-fire way to appreciate earth’s natural beauty.

Make memories that’ll last a lifetime

Fiji is home to a floating bar in the middle of the ocean, with only marine life as their neighbour. Cloud 9, just a 45-minute boat ride from Port Denarau, has its own woodfired pizzeria, bar, on-site DJs and is in the middle of the ocean within the Mamanuca Islands archipelago. Mid-2022, visitors can get ready for double the fun as Seventh Heaven, a floating party platform gets ready to launch with infinity decks, endless day beds and views to die for.

Fancy sailing around the islands? Jump aboard South Sea Cruises’ newest cruise, Sabre. The day sailing catamaran boasts canopied shade for the flop and drop kind of relaxers or pull up a bean bag and make the most of the buffet lunch before strapping on your snorkel and checking out some of the world’s best underwater aquariums.

What better way to make a lifelong memory than jumping out of a plane with views over Fiji’s islands, taking a ride in a seaplane or helicopter or swimming with some of the local reef sharks and Manta rays. Pack your go-pro because it’s something you won’t want to miss capturing.

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happily, Taveuni delivers. Surrender to the ultimate foodie tour at Gaiatree Sanctuary, a spice plantation, day club and nectar lab. Book their Spice of Life Tour for a guided experience around the Fiji food forest and enjoy a vegetarian farm-to-table dining experience.

Immerse yourself in the Bula Spirit

The December 2017 Gallup International’s Happiness, Hope and Economic Optimism Survey found that people in Fiji were the happiest in the world. In Fiji, ‘Bula’ is more than just a greeting – it’s a wish for happiness, good health and the energy of life. You’ll hear it everywhere you go in Fiji, bookended with the largest smile you’ve ever seen, it’s impossible to not reiterate the pure joy that they radiate.

The country is full of culture, from the resorts and attractions to the villages. Immerse yourself in the spirit by visiting a cultural experience like VOU, an explosive and vibrant experience that’s rich in ancient stories, tradition and culture. There are also many ways to give back to the locals of Fiji. Visit one of Fiji’s many beautiful villages, filled with beautiful people. Take a trip to their local school and donate education supplies or outdoor sports equipment for the kids or help out on community projects by laying concrete footpaths or painting the local hall.

Invest back into the locals

Fiji has several brands and products, showcasing the incredible talent of the locals. Rise Beyond the Reef is one of these brands, a movement for change and bridging the gap between remote communities, government and private sectors in the South Pacific, they hire local women to make stunning products with a portion of the profits being returned back into the community. Pure Fiji and Nama Fiji are two beauty incredible beauty lines, the latter using locally sourced sea grapes to make their product and employing local women from the Yasawa Islands.

Two things that humankind can’t live without… Peanut butter and coffee. And Fiji has some of the best. Coffee Hub owned by Zoro is in the heart of Nadi and is home to some of the best coffee in town, with a name like Zoro, you can only imagine his coffee will be strong, rich and delicious. Island Time Peanut Butter is lovingly batch roasted with all natural ingredients and with locally sourced Fijian coconut oil. Kiwi family, the Pickering’s are the creators, owners and operators of the nut butter. Three years ago, when visiting family in the island nation, the Pickerings identified a gap in the market; they picked up some roasted peanuts at a road-side market and made their own. Shortly after they were encouraged to sell it at the local markets and from there it blew up into the business it is today, loved by locals and international visitors alike.

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Dementia is the term used to describe the symptoms of a large group of illnesses which cause a progressive decline in a person’s functioning. It is a broad term used to describe a loss of memory, intellect, rationality, social skills and physical functioning. There are many types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia and Lewy body disease. Dementia can happen to anybody, but it is more common after the age of 65.

Although dementia can affect younger people, it is increasingly common with advancing age and mainly occurs among those aged 65 and over, but is not a normal part of ageing. Dementia is a major cause of disability and dependency among older people. It not only affects individuals with the condition, but also has a substantial impact on their families and carers, as people with dementia eventually become dependent on their care providers in most, if not all, areas of daily living.

How common is dementia?

The exact number of people with dementia in Australia is currently not known. It is estimated that in 2020 there are between 400,000 and 459,000 Australians with dementia (AIHW 2018; DA 2020), with Alzheimer’s disease accounting for up to 70 percent of diagnosed cases (DA 2018).

Risk factors A range of factors are known to contribute to the risk of dementia and may affect the progression of its symptoms. Some risk factors can’t be changed, such as age, genetics and family history. However, several are modifiable,

and can be altered to prevent or delay dementia. High levels of education, physical activity and social engagement are all protective against developing dementia, while smoking, hearing loss, depression, diabetes, hypertension and obesity are all linked to an increased risk of developing dementia (Livingston et al. 2017).

Impact Dementia was the second leading cause of death in Australia in 2018, accounting for almost 14,000 deaths (ABS 2019). For females, dementia was the leading cause of death (nearly 9,000 deaths), while it was the third leading cause for males (nearly 5,000 deaths).

Australian statistics (January 2022) • Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians • Dementia is the leading cause of death for women • In 2022, there are an estimated 487,500 Australians living with dementia. Without a medical breakthrough, the number of people with dementia is expected to increase to almost 1.1 million by 2058 • In 2022, there were an estimated 28,800 people with younger onset dementia, expected to rise to 29,350 people by 2028 and 41,250 people by 2058. This can include people in their 30s, 40s and 50s • In 2021, it is estimated that almost 1.6 million people in Australia are involved in the care of someone living with dementia • Approximately 70 percent of people with dementia live in the community • More than two-thirds (68.1 percent) of aged care residents have moderate to 56 slim magazine Autumn 2022

severe cognitive impairment.

Dementia risk reduction Being brain healthy is relevant at any age, whether you are young, old or in between. However, it is particularly important once you reach middle age as this is when changes start to occur in the brain.

While we cannot change getting older, genetics or family history, scientific research suggests that changing certain health and lifestyle habits may make a big difference to reducing or delaying your risk of developing dementia.

There are 12 recommendations for reducing risk for cognitive decline released by the World Health Organisation: • Be physically active • stop smoking • eat a balanced diet, like the Mediterranean diet • drink alcohol in moderation • cognitive training • be socially active • look after your weight • manage any hypertension • manage any diabetes • manage any cholesterol • manage depression • look after your hearing and manage hearing loss.

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Lose the booze MANY OF US HAVE BEEN HOUSEBOUND OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS, LESS ABLE TO COMMUTE AND LESS INCLINED TO GET OUT AND ABOUT. PLENTY OF US HAVE GAINED “COVID KILOS” DURING LOCKDOWNS AND THE DISRUPTION TO OUR ROUTINES.

According to data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, weekly alcohol spending rose between four and 24 percent between May 2020 to February 2021. A poll taken by ANU over the same time found 18.1 percent of females and 15.5 percent of males increased their alcohol consumption.

The most common reason given for increased alcohol consumption was spending more time at home, followed by boredom and increased stress – or a combination of all three!

Alcohol can cause weight gain in four ways: it stops your body from burning fat, it’s high in kilojoules, it can make you feel hungry and it can lead to poor food choices.

Whether or not you personally gain weight from drinking alcohol depends on many factors. These include: your behaviours when you drink, what you drink, how often you drink, how much you drink, what you eat when you drink, factors that relate to your unique

body and lifestyle, your overall diet, your genetics, your gender, your level of physical activity, your age and your health, for example the presence of other risk factors such as obesity and diabetes.

Drinking alcohol, particularly in excessive amounts, has many other serious health risks beyond possible weight gain, including high blood pressure, high triglycerides, insulin resistance, heart disease, stroke, liver disease and some cancers.

To reduce the risk of harm from alcoholrelated disease or injury, the National Health and Medical Research Council recommends men and women drink no more than 10 standard drinks a week (one standard drink equals 100ml - less than half a cup), and no more than four standard drinks on any one day. The less you drink, the lower your risk of harm from alcohol.

Reducing or quitting alcohol can improve your life in many ways, including improving your mood and

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sleep, increased energy, improved relationships, better performance at work, lowering your risk of long-term health problems such as cancer and heart disease, and saving you money!

Dietitians Australia recommends aiming for two alcohol-free days per week and drinking plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Other tips include alternating alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic drinks such as water or soda water and avoiding snacking on foods high in salt. Not only is too much salt unhealthy, but it can also increase the likelihood of having another drink. Avoid pre-mixed drinks with added sugars. These are very high in both kilojoules and sugars.

Source: Smart Eating For You. Canberra, Australia. More at Alcohol & Drug Foundation

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Discovering a Plant-based Diet THE WORDS VEGAN, VEGETARIAN AND PLANT-BASED TEND TO BE USED INTERCHANGEABLY BECAUSE THE PLANT-BASED DEFINITION IS A LITTLE VAGUE AND SUBJECTIVE.

I can, I appreciate that supermarket chains are the most convenient and accessible for most consumers.

Thankfully, you can find everything you need for a well-balanced plant-based diet at traditional grocery stores.

A plant-based diet is a style of eating where plants form the basis of the diet yet animal products in all their forms aren’t omitted. As a dietitian, I am a huge advocate for a plant-based style of eating. After all, some of the most well researched and advantageous diets in the world are constructed around plants i.e The Mediterranean Diet. Most of us do need to prioritise including more plants in our diets but animal products do not have to be completely removed to lead a healthy lifestyle

When shopping, you don’t need to fill your trolley with expensive ‘fake-meats’ or ‘cashew cheeses’ and ‘vegan icecreams’ which are often expensive and lack nutritional value.

When thinking of transitioning to a plant-based style of eating, the first thing to remember is that your mindset is everything. It’s important not to go into this new chapter with a closed, restrictive, guideline-driven mindset.

Plant-based eating is the exact opposite of that. It encourages you to incorporate more plants into your diet without being fixated on rules and restrictions.

Plant-based diets allow for ‘all-foods’ and are a sustainable and highly enjoyable way of eating. Don’t forget that!

For any lifestyle or dietary change to be maintainable, you must understand your ‘why’. In this case, why do you think it’s important to eat more plants? Is it to improve your gut health, your mental health, immune strength, disease risk, skin and sleep quality, environmental impact, animal welfare? There is no right answer, the purpose just has to align with you!

Secondly, think about all of the simple things you can do to slowly start implementing more plants in your diet. Remember, plant-based doesn’t necessarily mean excluding animal products all together, so before you become overwhelmed with the concept of plant-based, you don’t actually have to remove any foods. Knowing where to shop and what to put in your trolley doesn’t have to be too complicated.

While I do prefer to shop local where

Instead, you can find all the nutrition you need in everyday household staples.

Fill your trolley with fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables (both are just as nutritious), tinned or dried lentils and legumes, nuts and seeds (buy these in bulk to keep costs at a minimum), and whole-grains and cereals such as rice, pasta, rolled oats, quinoa, cous-cous, wholegrain breads and wraps.

I also think a great alternative to dairy milk is almond or oat milk, particularly a brand such as Inside Out, whose homegrown journey started in Sydney farmers markets and only uses Aussie almonds, oats and real ingredients with an abundance of nutritional value.

Here are a few places to start your journey: Plan your meals at the start of the week and aim for 75 percent of the ingredients to be derived from a plant. Remember, plants don’t just equate to vegetables, they also cover fruits, nuts, seeds, lentils, legumes and wholegrains so get creative on how you can incorporate these types of foods into the meals you regularly cook at home.

sandwiches instead of mayonnaise and lastly, reduce my meat intake at dinner and make up the rest of the portion with a new vegetable or grain I haven’t tried.

Freekeh has been my new favourite grain as of late and I’m loving the nutty flavour and coarse texture it adds to my meals.

You may wish to try a fortified plantbased milk such as Inside Out’s Almond/ Oat Milk which contains the necessary vitamins and minerals you would find in traditional dairy-based milks.

Add plant-based milks to smoothies, breakfast bowls, in your home baked sweet treats or as a substitute to cream and/or milk in savoury pasta dishes or curries.

Lastly, your diet must be enjoyable to be sustainable. Start small and build on each goal as it becomes a habit.

For recipes and more information, visit dietitianedition.com and insideoutng.com.au

If that is too much for you – substitute 50 percent of the meat with a plantbased alternative. You won’t be able to tell the difference.

Be smart with your snacks. Fill the fridge and pantry with plant-based snacks such as fresh/dried fruit, muesli bars with lots of wonderful grains/nuts/seeds, wholegrain crackers and dips made from legumes/vegetables (hummus and avocado varieties are my favourite) Start by swapping one animal-based ingredient at each main meal.

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MILLIE PADULA Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Nutritionist, Founder of Dietitian Edition and Inside Out Ambassador.

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Weight-loss Success WEIGHT-LOSS SUCCESS BY WEIGHT WATCHERS REIMAGINED (WW), THE GLOBAL WELLNESS COMPANY RANKED #1 BEST DIET FOR WEIGHT-LOSS 11 YEARS IN A ROW, INSPIRES HEALTHY HABITS FOR REAL LIFE. Whether you're just starting out or looking to hit reset on your weight-loss and wellness journey, the key to success is setting small, achievable goals that ladder up to your long-term goals. Weight-loss Success contains over 100 recipes, expert goal-setting advice, real-life member stories and simple food, activity, sleep and mindset hacks to help you lose weight.

Weight-loss Success can help you remain motivated and create lifelong healthy habits along your weight-loss journey. The more success you have, the more confidence you'll develop creating healthy, sustainable habits for long-term weight-loss.

Weight-loss Success by Weight Watchers Reimagined (WW), Published by Macmillan Australia, $39.99. Photography by Jeremy Simons, Mark Roper & Rob Palmer.

SALTED CARAMEL POPCORN CLUSTERS

METHOD

1. Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Combine popcorn and peanuts in a large heatproof bowl.

2. Combine oil spread, sugar and syrup in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 6–8 minutes or until sugar has dissolved. Increase heat to high and bring to the boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until mixture reaches 122°C (hard-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.

Remove from heat. Pour caramel over popcorn mixture and gently stir to combine.

3. Working quickly with wet hands, roll 2 tablespoons mixture into a ball (take care as mixture will be hot – alternatively, spoon mixture into 24 cupcake papers to shape). Place on prepared tray and insert a wooden stick in the centre of the ball.

Repeat with remaining popcorn mixture to make 24 balls in total. Set aside for 15 minutes to cool. Serve.

I NGRED I E N TS MAKES 24 PREP: 15 MINS | COOK: 15 MINS

• 8 cups (60g), salted air-popped popcorn • 2 tablespoons salted roasted peanuts • 50g reduced-fat oil spread • ½ cup (110g) brown sugar • ¼ cup (90g) golden syrup

CAJUN PRAWN & APPLE SLAW WRAPS

IN GR EDIENTS SERVES 4 PREP: 15 MINS | COOK: 5 MINS

METHOD 1. Toss prawns with seasoning in a bowl to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

• 400g raw peeled prawns • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning • 1 apple, cut into thin matchsticks • 2 celery sticks, thinly sliced • 100g radishes, trimmed, thinly sliced • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus extra leaves to serve • ¼ cup (60g) 99% fat-free plain Greek yoghurt • 4 x 40g white wraps, warmed Lime wedges, to serve

2. Meanwhile, to make apple slaw, place apple, celery, radishes, mint and yoghurt in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.

3. Lightly spray a grill pan or barbecue with oil and heat over high heat. Cook prawns for 2 minutes each side or until just cooked through.

4. Top wraps with slaw and prawns, squeeze over lime wedges, sprinkle with extra mint and season with pepper.

Roll up wraps to serve.

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JAPANESE PORK KATSUDON

I N G R E D I E N TS SERVES 4 PREP: 15 MINS | COOK: 25 MINS

• ½ cup (100g) brown rice • 2 teaspoons plain flour • 3 eggs • 2/3 cup (40g) panko breadcrumbs • 4 x 65g lean pork loin steaks, fat trimmed • 1 brown onion, halved, thinly sliced • ½ cup (125ml) chicken stock • ½ teaspoon white sugar • 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce • 1 bunch baby bok choy, halved lengthways • 2 green shallots (spring onions), finely sliced

METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Cook rice following packet instructions. Set aside.

2. Meanwhile, place flour on a plate. Whisk 1 egg with 1 tablespoon water in a shallow bowl. Place panko on a separate plate and season with salt and pepper. Working with 1 pork steak at a time, dust pork with flour, dip in beaten egg, then toss in panko to coat and place on prepared tray. Lightly spray with oil and bake for 10 minutes, turning halfway through, or until lightly golden and cooked through. Rest for 2 minutes, then thickly slice.

3. Lightly spray a large nonstick frying pan with oil and heat over medium–low heat.

Cook onion, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened. Whisk stock, sugar and teriyaki sauce in a jug, then pour over onion. Simmer for 4 minutes, until slightly thickened. Carefully place each cut pork steak on top of onion mixture, keeping the slices together and leaving some space in between. Whisk remaining eggs in a jug and slowly pour around onion mixture and a little over the pork. Season with salt. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until egg is set.

4. Boil, steam or microwave bok choy until tender. Divide bok choy and rice among 4 serving bowls. Divide the pork and egg mixture in the pan into 4 even portions, and add into each bowl. Serve sprinkled with shallots.

CHOCOLATEBERRY PAVLA INGR EDIENTS SERVES 12 PREP: 35 MINS | COOK: 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES + CO OLING

• 4 egg whites (at room temperature) • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar • 1 cup (220g) caster sugar, plus 1 tablespoon extra • ¼ cup (25g) cocoa powder, sifted • ½ cup (125g) mascarpone cheese • 115g light cream cheese (at room temperature) • 3 teaspoons skim milk • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract • 200g strawberries, halved • 30g dark chocolate, shaved

3. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold sifted cocoa through meringue in 3 batches until just incorporated (be careful not to deflate meringue by overmixing). Spoon onto prepared baking tray and gently spread to form a 23 cm round with a 2.5 cm high edge.

METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 120°C. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.

2. Beat egg whites, cream of tartar and a pinch salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium–high speed until soft peaks form. Beat in 1 cup sugar,2 tablespoons at a time, beating well after each addition until sugar is dissolved and stiff, glossy peaks form.

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4. Bake for 1½ hours. Turn oven off and cool pavlova in oven for 2 hours. Remove from oven and set aside to cool completely.

5. To serve, beat mascarpone, cream cheese, milk, vanilla and extra sugar in a small bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Carefully transfer pavlova to serving plate. Gently spread mascarpone mixture over centre, top with strawberries and sprinkle with chocolate. Use a large serrated knife to cut pavlova into 12 slices.

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The Comfort Bake

FOOD THAT WARMS THE HEART. TIMELY RECIPES FOR FOOD THAT GIVES YOU A HUG FROM THE INSIDE OUT, BY A LIVING LEGEND OF AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY COOKING. SALLY WISE IS THE GRANNY-WE-ALL-WISHED-WE-HAD. IN ONE BOOK SHE'S COMPILED ALL THE RECIPES YOU'LL EVER NEED TO BAKE. IT'S AS SUMPTUOUS AS IT IS SOOTHING. Baking is the perfect antidote to stressful, busy times, providing a double dose of solace: the contemplative act of baking itself, and the great big buttery prize at the end, which tastes even better when shared or given away entirely. You don't need fancy equipment or specialist skills. In this foolproof recipe collection, icon of good old-fashioned country cooking Sally Wise serves up recipes that are big on comfort and low on fuss. Savoury classics (including pies, quiches, breads and focaccia - and the creamiest potato bake ever) sit proudly alongside a glorious line-up of sweet treats, including Coffee Hazelnut Cake with Espresso Drizzle, Rhubarb & Caramel Slice, Spiced Ginger Cookie Sandwiches and a supremely simple Whisky & Orange Chocolate Self-Saucing Pudding.

CHICKEN STROGANOFF DOUBLE-CRUST PIE

In this warming winter dish, a luxurious creamy mushroom sauce blends with oven-baked chicken. Baking the chicken first seals in its juices and enhances the flavour.

I NGRE D I E N TS SERVES 6-8 FOR THE PASTRY

• 1 egg yolk whisked with 20ml water, for glaze • 250g plain (all-purpose) flour • ½ teaspoon sea salt • ½ teaspoon baking powder • 125g cold salted butter FOR THE FILLING

• 20ml extra virgin olive oil • 10g salted butter • ½ teaspoon sea salt • ½ teaspoon paprika • ½ teaspoon dried thyme • ½ teaspoon mustard powder • 500g skinless chicken breast fillet • 300g mushrooms, cut into 1 cm slices • 1 small onion, diced • 1 leek, white part only, cut into 8mm slices • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 teaspoon chopped thyme • 300ml chicken stock • 3 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch) mixed to a paste with 30ml cold water • 125ml pouring cream, whisked together with • 1 egg yolk • 3 teaspoons lemon juice • sea salt, to taste

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The Comfort Bake is all the invitation you need to nourish yourself and your loved ones with food that warms the heart. The Comfort Bake by Sally Wise, Published by Murdoch Books $39.99. Photography by Samuel Shelley.

METHOD 1. For the pastry 1 egg yolk whisked with 20ml water, for glaze. Place the dry ingredients and butter in a food processor and process until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. (Alternatively, this can be achieved by rubbing the ingredients together with your fingers.) Transfer to a large bowl, make a well in the centre and drizzle in enough cold water – around 125ml – to make a soft dough. Don’t add more water than is necessary or it will become too wet. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 30minutes to firm up before using.

2. To make the filling Preheat the oven to 200°C. Heat the oil and butter in an 18 x 28cm (flameproof baking dish, 5cm deep, for 5minutes. Meanwhile, combine the salt, paprika, thyme and mustard powder in a small bowl, then rub all over the chicken breast. Add the chicken to the hot dish and bake for 5minutes, then turn and bake for 5 minutes more, or until just cooked through. Remove from the oven, cut the chicken into 1cm pieces and set aside to cool.

Add the mushrooms, onion, leek, garlic and chopped thyme to the dish and stir to coat with the chicken juices. Heat over medium heat and sauté until the onion is soft, around 3minutes. Stir in the chicken stock and bring to the boil. Thicken with the cornflour paste, boiling for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream mixture and the lemon juice, then add the chicken pieces.

Add sea salt, to taste, and set aside to cool.

3. To assemble for baking Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease a 20cm round pie dish, 6cm deep. Cut one-third from the pastry, cover and set aside. Roll the remaining pastry out on a lightly floured surface until large enough to fit the base and side of the dish. Press into place, spoon in the cool filling, then brush the upper pastry edge with a little cold water. Roll out the reserved pastry to make a circle large enough to cover the top. Lay the pastry top over the filling and crimp the edges together with your fingers or a fork to firmly seal. If desired, make small leaves from the scraps of pastry. Brush with the egg glaze.

If using, place the pastry leaves on top and glaze. Prick the top in several places with a fork. Bake for 10minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 170°C and bake for 20–25minutes more, or until the pastry is golden and the filling is piping hot.

Note: The filling can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.

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I N G R E D I E N TS SERVES 12-16

There are several layers to this dessert. A chocolate shortbread crust is topped with a layer of cherry jam and a lovely, light macaroon-style topping provides a delightful contrasting crunch.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY COCONUT SHORTCAKE

FOR THE BASE

FOR THE TOPPING

• 300g cherry jam • 125g very soft salted butter • 125g white (granulated) sugar • 1 egg, lightly whisked • 220g self-raising flour • 30g cocoa

• 3 egg whites • 170g white (granulated) sugar • 100g desiccated coconut

METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 160°C. Grease a 25 x 35cm slab tin, 5cm deep, and line with baking paper.

2. Base Using a hand whisk, mix the butter and sugar together until creamy, then whisk in the egg until well combined. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients, then fold into the butter mixture with a metal spoon to make a soft dough.

Press the dough evenly into the tin.

3. Topping Using hand-held beaters or a stand mixer, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually whisk in the sugar until soft peaks form again. Using a large metal spoon, fold in the coconut until well combined.

4. Assemble Spread the cherry jam over the shortbread base. Spoon the meringue topping over the jam and smooth with the back of a damp spoon.

Bake for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the base is cooked through. Cut and serve straight from the tin.

CREAMY POTATO BAKE IN G R EDIENTS SERVES 6-8 FOR THE BASE

• 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 below in method) • 400g onions or 4–6 spring onions (scallions), finely diced • 3 teaspoons chopped rosemary or oregano • 200g rindless bacon, diced • 100g tasty cheese, grated

METHOD 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.

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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Saka Saka AN ODE TO CONVIVIALITY SOUTH OF THE SAHARA - GENEROSITY AND POSITIVITY THROUGH RECIPES, STORIES AND CULINARY TRADITIONS. In this vibrant and generous celebration of food, friendship and conviviality, photographer Aline Princet and Anto Cocagne, a young chef from Gabon, invite musicians, writers, artists and creatives from all over African, south of the Sahara, to share their recipes and bring the spotlight to focus on the rich diversity of African food. The 80 authentic recipes showcased include the best dishes from Gabon, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Congo and Ethiopia, and with each recipe comes information on its origins, its key ingredients and tips and advice for the home cook on how to cook them to perfection. They use fruit, grains, vegetables, spices and are delicious, healthy, often vegetarian or vegan and some gluten-free. Interwoven throughout are interviews with the artists who talk about what African food means to them.

Images and text from Saka Saka by Anto Cocagne & Aline Princet, photography by Aline Princet. Murdoch Books, $45.

COCONUT RICE WITH FRUIT TARTARE IN G R EDIENTS

METHOD

Difficulty: easy Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking: 45 minutes

1. Crush the Speculaas biscuits in a bowl, add the softened butter and mix well.

Press the biscuit mix into round tart rings to make the bases. Set aside.

2. Combine half the coconut milk in a pot with the rice and sugar. Split the vanilla bean lengthways and scrape the seeds into the pot, then add the empty bean.

Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice has absorbed all of the coconut milk.

Gradually add the remaining coconut milk and cook until the grains of rice are mushy.

3. Add the white chocolate to the hot rice and stir until it is completely melted.

Remove the vanilla bean and leave to cool.

4. Remove the seeds from the pomegranate. Peel and dice the mango and pineapple. Put the pomegranate seeds and diced fruit into a bowl, add the lime zest and mix together.

5. Assemble the dessert like a cheesecake by topping the biscuit bases with the cold coconut rice. Decorate with the diced fruit and a few edible flowers. Serve chilled.

SERVES 6

• 200g Speculaas biscuits (Dutch spiced biscuits) • 1/3 cup (80g) unsalted softened butter • 2 cups (500ml) coconut milk • 100g parboiled long-grain rice • 40g caster (superfine) sugar • 1 vanilla bean • 40g white chocolate • ¼ pomegranate • ½ mango • ¼ pineapple • Thinly sliced zest of 1 lime • Small edible flowers, such as coriander (cilantro) flowers or pansies

SEA BASS CARPACCIO WITH GREEN MANGO INGR E D I E N TS Difficulty: easy Preparation: 45 minutes SERVES 6

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METHOD 1. Wash the bass fillets and remove the skin and bones. Brush them with a little oil, then lay them flat in a container before putting them in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.

2. To prepare the mango relish, peel and finely dice the mangoes and red onion. Zest and juice the lime. Remove the seeds from the pomegranate. Finely chop the coriander.

3. In a bowl, mix the diced green mango, red onion, lime zest, pomegranate seeds and chopped coriander. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Make a dressing with the lime juice, mango purée and ntorolo and season with salt and pepper. Mix the dressing with the mango relish.

5. Remove the fish from the freezer, cut it into very thin slices and arrange on a serving plate. Serve immediately with the mango relish, small croutons, baby spinach leaves and a few Penja peppercorns.

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METHOD 1. Clean the chicken the day before, or at least 2 hours prior to cooking, and remove the breasts and thighs from the bones. Set the carcass aside for the sauce. Juice the lemon.

2. Coat the chicken pieces with the lemon juice and nokoss and season with salt and pepper. Leave to marinate in the fridge.

3. To make the sauce, break up the chicken carcass. Heat the oil in a pot and sweat the red nokoss for 3 minutes. Add the pieces of chicken carcass and brown for 20 minutes over medium heat.

4. Stir the peanut butter and 2 cups (500ml) water into the chicken and red nokoss mixture. Add the whole chilli and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes. The sauce will gradually thicken.

Season to taste.

5. For the crust, finely crush the roasted peanuts and mix them with the breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt and pepper on a plate.

Mix the beaten eggs with 1 tbsp water in a shallow bowl. Put the flour on another plate. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs and coat with the peanut breadcrumbs.

PEANUT-CRUSTED CHICKEN

6. Preheat the oven to 150°C. Heat the oil in a large fry pan and brown the crumbed chicken pieces. Transfer the chicken to a tray and bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

Serve the chicken and sauce with rice, banana fufu or cassava tubers cooked in water.

IN G R EDIENTS Difficulty: medium Preparation: 45 minutes Cooking: 1 hour 20 minutes + 2 hour resting time SERVES 4

• 1.5kg free-range chicken • 1 lemon • 1 tbsp red nokoss • Salt and pepper • 3 tbsp vegetable oil

SPICED PINEAPPLE WITH CASSAVA CRUMBLE ING R EDIENTS Difficulty: easy Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking: 1 hour 15 minutes SERVES 4

1 pineapple FOR THE CARAMEL • 1 tsp fresh ginger • 1 vanilla bean • 100g white (granulated) sugar • 50g butter • ½ tsp ground cinnamon • 2 star anise • 4 tsp gold rum • 100ml pineapple juice

FOR THE CRUST • 1/3 cup (50g) roasted peanuts • ½ cup (50g) breadcrumbs • Salt and pepper • 2 eggs • 1/3 cup (50g) plain (all-purpose) flour FOR THE SAUCE • 3 tbsp vegetable oil • 2 tbsp red nokoss • 3 tbsp peanut butter • 1 mild/sweet chilli • Salt and pepper

FOR THE CRUMBLE • 50g garri (fermented, dried and ground cassava) • 50g plain (all-purpose) flour • 50g ground African pistachios or pepitas • 50g softened butter • ¼ cup (50g) light brown sugar

METHOD 1. Peel the pineapple and cut it into quarters without removing the core.

2. For the caramel, peel the ginger and cut it into thin strips. Split the vanilla bean in half lengthways and scrape out the seeds.

3. Pour the sugar into a heavy-based pot and cook over medium heat until caramelised.

Carefully add the butter and stir to combine, then remove from the heat. Add the cinnamon, ginger strips, star anise, vanilla bean and seeds, then mix again. Add the pineapple pieces and cook for 10 minutes on each side.

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4. Deglaze the caramel with the rum and flambé it, then pour in the pineapple juice.

Cook over low heat, turning the pineapple pieces regularly, for 45 minutes.

5. Preheat the oven to 180°C. To make the crumble, mix all the ingredients together in a bowl, spread the mixture on a baking tray covered with baking paper and bake for 15 minutes. Leave to cool and set aside. Sprinkle the crumble on a plate, then place a piece of warm pineapple on top and drizzle with the caramel.

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The Dessert Game SIMPLE TRICKS, SKILL-BUILDERS AND SHOWSTOPPERS TO UP YOUR GAME THE DESSERT GAME IS EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR SWEET, SWEET VICTORY AT YOUR PLACE. Up your baking game with desserts that start simple through to adventure bakes, from MasterChef dessert king and founder of KOI dessert bars. Perfect your butter cake, curd tart or creme caramel with Level 1. These are all the crowd pleasers and perfectly simple desserts for beginners or aficionados, each with a 'Reynold twist', like pavlova flavour pairings or a honey glaze for your cheesecake. Kick it up a notch with Level 2, for swoonworthy jar desserts, the perfect oozy lava cake or the ultimate praline tart. Step by step, Reynold shows how each element is made so you can dream up your own combinations and increase your confidence. Are you an adventure cook? Or want to blow everyone's minds?

Level 3 is an access-all-areas pass to the signature dishes and secret recipes for white noise, onyx, magic mushrooms and more - these creations need to be seen (and tasted) to be believed.

CHOCOLATE LAVA S’MORES

LAVA CAKES

ITALIAN MERINGUE

• 150g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing • 150g 60 percent dark chocolate • 65g dark palm sugar (jaggery) • 3 eggs • 3 egg yolks • 40g plain (all-purpose) flour • Pinch of salt METHOD

• 180g white (granulated) sugar • 50ml water • 90g egg whites

Combine the butter, chocolate and palm sugar in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water and stir occasionally until melted and combined.

Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks.

Add the flour and salt and whisk until the batter is thick and smooth. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 170°C. Grease four 7cm cake rings with butter and tightly wrap the bottoms with foil to create a base, then grease the foil bases.

Place the cake rings on a baking tray. Alternatively, grease four 8.5cm ramekins with butter.

IN G R EDIENTS SERVES 4 GANACHE CENTRES

• 150ml thickened (whipping) cream • 150g 55 percent dark chocolate • 15g unsalted butter

ME T H O D Pour the cream into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer.

Put the chocolate in a heatproof jug. Pour in the hot cream and, using an immersion blender, blend in the chocolate. Add the butter and blend until glossy and smooth.

Pour the ganache into four 5cm diameter silicone mini muffin moulds.

Place in the freezer for 4–5 hours or until frozen solid.

IMAGES AND TEXT FROM THE DESSERT GAME BY REYNOLD POERNOMO, PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEREMY SIMONS. MURDOCH BOOKS $36.99.

Transfer the chilled batter to a piping bag and half-fill the greased moulds, then place a frozen ganache round in the centre of the batter. Make sure the ganache is sitting directly in the middle of the batter. Pipe more batter over the ganache until the moulds are threequarters full.

Bake the lava cakes for 18–20 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the Italian meringue.

Allow the cooked cakes to cool for a few minutes, then run a small knife around the edge of each one to loosen it and turn it out.

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METHOD We’ve got left-over egg whites, so we may as well turn them into meringue…

Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over low heat.

Once the syrup reaches 100°C on a sugar thermometer, put the egg whites in a mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and turn the speed to medium–low.

As soon as the syrup reaches 118°C, remove the pan from the heat, turn the mixer to medium speed and slowly pour the syrup onto the egg whites in a thin stream down the side of the bowl. Turn the mixer to full speed and whisk until the bowl has completely cooled down.

ASSEMBLY Freeze-dried mandarin segments Grated citrus zest, to garnish (optional) Edible flowers, to garnish (optional) Ice cream of your choice, to serve Stand each lava cake on a serving plate. Place a spoonful of the meringue on the side of each cake. Work it upwards, making little peaks with the back of the spoon. Use a blowtorch to brown the meringue.

Lightly brown the freeze-dried mandarin segments with the blowtorch.

Garnish each lava cake with the mandarin segments, some citrus zest and edible flowers, if using. Top it all off with some ice cream and cut into that bad boy to see it ooze.

RUBY RASPBERRY & ROSE TART IN G R EDIENTS SERVES 8 RUBY CRÉMEUX

• ½ gelatine sheet (titanium grade) • 50ml full-cream milk • 150ml single (pure) cream • 100g raspberry purée • 2 eggs • 10g white (granulated) sugar • 200g ruby chocolate M ET H O D Soak the gelatine in cold water to soften.

Combine the milk, cream and raspberry purée in a saucepan and bring to the boil.

Meanwhile, whisk the eggs and sugar in a heatproof bowl until fluffy. Whisk in the hot milk mixture, then pour the mixture back into the pan and cook until it reaches 83°C on a sugar thermometer. Squeeze the excess water from the softened gelatine, add it to the pan with the ruby chocolate and whisk until smooth. Strain the crémeux into a container and refrigerate overnight.

FRENCH EARL GREY TART SHELL

• 375g plain (all-purpose) flour, plus extra for dusting • 80g white (granulated) sugar • 200g chilled unsalted butter, cubed • 6g French Earl Grey tea, ground to a fine powder • 1 egg • 1 egg yolk • 50g white chocolate

M ET H O D Preheat the oven to 170°C. Place a 20 x 2 cm perforated tart ring on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

Combine the flour, sugar, butter and ground tea in a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix until a sandy texture is formed. Slowly add the egg and yolk and mix until a dough is formed. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 3–5 mm. Drape the dough over the tart ring and tuck in the edges, cutting off the excess. Prick the centre of the tart shell with a skewer a few times.

Line the shell with baking paper and fill with baking beads or uncooked rice. Blind bake the shell for 15 minutes. Remove the paper and beads or rice and bake for a further 15.minutes or until golden. Set aside to cool.

Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl in the microwave or over a saucepan of simmering water. Coat the inside of the tart shell with the melted chocolate.

BERRY COMPOTE

• 100ml rosé wine • 150g raspberries, halved • 150g strawberries, quartered • 85ml water • 50ml lemon juice • 80g white (granulated) sugar • 4.5g pectin NH powder ME T H O D Combine the rosé, berries, water and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium–high heat for 15–20 minutes or until the berries have broken down.

Whisk the sugar and pectin together, then whisk it into the berry mixture and bring to the boil. Remove the pan from the heat.

Transfer the berry compote to a container and place in the fridge until needed.

ROSEWATER JELLY

• 50ml rosewater • 100ml water • 50g white (granulated) sugar • 2g agar

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METHOD Combine the rosewater, water, sugar and agar in a saucepan and whisk over high heat until boiling. Transfer the jelly mixture to a small tray or container. Place in the fridge for 10–15 minutes or until set.

ASSEMBLY

• 10 strawberries, cut into eighths • 16 raspberries • Dried rose petals, for sprinkling METHOD Transfer the berry compote to a piping bag and pipe it into the tart shell as shown below, leaving a 1cm gap from the top edge.

Transfer the ruby crémeux to a piping bag.

Pipe a 1cm thick layer of crémeux on top of the berry compote as shown. Place in the fridge to set for 15 minutes. Cut the rosewater jelly into 5mm cubes. Arrange the strawberry pieces and raspberries on top of the ruby crémeux. Scatter spoonfuls of the rosewater jelly cubes on top of the berries and garnish with the dried rose petals.

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Dinner Express DINNER EXPRESS BY BEST SELLING AUTHOR GEORGE GEORGIEVSKI IS THE ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR BUSY PEOPLE AND FAMILIES. DINNER EXPRESS WILL HELP GET HEALTHY, HOME-COOKED FOOD ON THE TABLE FASTER, EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK.

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It includes 60 fast, fresh and easy dinner ideas, most of which can be whipped up in 30 minutes or less with ingredients that you'll already have in your pantry and fridge. George has taken the guesswork out of Dinner, with quick ideas with mince, hidden veg for the kids and fussy adults, pimping up a supermarket roast chook all with time-saving hacks and tips. And it wouldn't be a book from the School Lunchbox Dad without a host of ideas for how to turn your dinner into tomorrow's lunch.

Dinner Express by George Georgievski, Published by Plum, RRP $26.99, Photography by Nikole Ramsay.

COBZZA I N G R E D I E N TS SERVES 4

• 1 x 25cm round cob loaf • 250ml (1 cup) tomato pizza sauce • 300g (2 cups) grated mozzarella • 12–15 slices of salami (hot salami totally rocks, just saying) • 3–4 sprigs of basil, leaves picked • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil simple Italian salad, to serve.

METHOD 1. You can cook the cobzza in an air fryer or the oven. If cooking in the oven, preheat it to 180C. 2. Using a bread knife, cut the top off the cob loaf – avoid the temptation to eat it as we need it later. Pull out most of the soft, inner bread from the cob loaf and set it aside, then press down on the hollowed-out base of the loaf to make a firm layer. This will prevent the ingredients from leaking through.

3. Spread half the tomato sauce across the base of the cob loaf, then top with half the mozzarella, half the salami and a few basil leaves. Drizzle half the olive oil over the basil leaves, then repeat the process until you’ve used up all the ingredients (save a few basil leaves for scattering over at the end).

Who doesn’t like an 80s-style cob loaf with a melted cheese fondu? Okay, I’m not really into it either, so I set myself a mission to make this retro classic super cool with a contemporary twist. I was thinking about it while eating pizza, then bang! It hit me. I’ll create a cob-loaf dip with a pizza twist: cobzza!

My girls love pulling out the soft, inner bread and squeezing it to create edible bread balls, and when they’re in the mood they even help fill the loaf with their favourite toppings.

Make it a fun, interactive meal that everyone can participate in.

4. Pop the reserved lid on top of the loaf.

If cooking in the oven, transfer the cob loaf to a baking tray and cook for 20 minutes, removing the lid for the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow the cheese to get all melty and slightly grilled. If using an air fryer, cook at 170C for 10 minutes, removing the lid for the last 3 minutes of cooking.

5. Top with the remaining basil leaves and serve with the reserved pulled-out bread for dipping into the cheesy sauce and a simple Italian salad on the side.

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SATAY CHICKEN SKEWERS

I N G R E D I E N TS SERVES 4

• 1 supermarket whole roast chicken • 2 x 250g packets of microwave long-grain white rice • 1 Lebanese cucumber, halved, deseeded and sliced into half moons • 3 spring onions, chopped

SATAY SAUCE • 1 tablespoon red curry paste • 80g smooth peanut butter • 125ml (1/2 cup) coconut cream • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 1 tablespoon palm sugar, grated

METHOD 1. Soak eight bamboo skewers in a large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. Drain.

2. To make the satay sauce, grab a small saucepan and add the red curry paste. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 5 minutes, until it starts to sizzle. Add the rest of the ingredients and keep stirring until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens.

3. Cut the chicken into eight pieces (try to separate the breast and leg without shredding the chicken). Gently peel the skin off the chicken (or leave it on if you prefer).

4. We now need to cut the chicken into cubes. Cut each breast into four pieces, then remove the remaining meat from the bones in large chunks and trim into rough cube shapes. Thread the chicken onto the prepared skewers, alternating the breast and leg meat.

5. Microwave the rice according to the packet instructions, then transfer to a serving bowl. Place the cucumber in a small bowl.

LEMON-BAKED FISH WITH BUTTERY MASH

6. Place the chicken skewers on a tray or platter, spoon over the satay sauce and sprinkle with the spring onion to create a masterpiece. Serve with the rice and cucumber.

IN G R EDIENTS SERVES 4

• 4 x 150–200g skinless firm white fish fillets, such as butterfish • 40g salted butter, melted • 1 teaspoon salt flakes • 1 tablespoon snipped chives • 1 lemon, finely sliced

BUTTER MASH • 1kg red royale potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces • 200g salted butter, chopped, plus extra to serve • 250ml (1 cup) full-cream milk • 1 tablespoon salt flakes

M ET H O D 1. Preheat the oven to 180 C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.

2. To make the buttery mash, bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil over high heat. Add the potato, reduce the heat to a rapid simmer and cover with the lid to speed up the cooking process. Cook for about 8 minutes, until tender.

3. While your spuds are cooking, brush the fish with the melted butter, sprinkle the salt and chives over the top, then lay the lemon slices, overlapping, on top of the fish. Pop the fish on the prepared tray, then transfer to the oven and cook for 15 minutes or until opaque and just cooked through (the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fish).

4. Drain the potato and return it to the pan, along with the butter. Place over low heat and pour in the milk. Grab a potato masher and start mashing the potato – you’ll need to go hard as we want the butter and milk to dissolve into the spuds. Add the salt and mix through, then taste test to make sure you’re happy with the seasoning.

5. Serving time. I love to simply take the baking dish with the fish over to the table and serve the buttery mash in a large bowl next to it. Don’t forget to add a teaspoon of butter to the top of the mash for an extra touch of buttery delight.

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PORSCHE CENTRE GOLD COAST’S, ARETI FRONIS SHARES HER TAKE ON THE NEW TAYCAN CROSS TURISMO AND WHAT SHE LOVES ABOUT IT. supercar abilities”, the Taycan Cross Turismo follows quickly in the tracks of Porsche’s first battery-electric model, the Taycan. The Taycan Cross Turismo is the brand’s first Cross Utility Vehicle (CUV), Fully electric, versatile, robust – and ready for adventure.

Areti Fronis, Sales Consultant at Porsche Centre Gold Coast has had a passion for the Porsche brand from a young age and couldn’t be more excited for the future of the brand, as they head into the new world of Electric Vehicles.

“My family was injected with the Porsche venom quite some time ago, so I had always loved the brand.” Fronis shared. “When I moved back to Australia after living in Europe for 10 years, I visited the Gold Coast dealership with my sister to collect her Macan GTS. I told her on the way home how I could see myself working there.

“At the same time, I had been given an opportunity to apply with a competitor brand and asked if the team at Porsche would run through some likely questions with me, so that I knew what to expect.

It turns out that a position had also become available at Porsche and those hypothetical questions became real ones! I guess I must have answered them well, as the rest is history!” So, 18 months on and Areti’s passion for the Porsche brand has led her to quickly become an expert on the vehicles. When Areti thinks of the perfect car for Gold Coasters, the all new Taycan Cross Turismo comes to mind.

“It’s the perfect Porsche for a balanced lifestyle. Whether you’re working, exercising, tackling adventure or cruising with the family, the Taycan Cross Turismo has you covered. That’s what the GC is all about… doing a bit of everything,” says Fronis.

“Plus, if you can do it in a Taycan Cross Turismo, then you’re doing it in style.”

A spirit of adventure is to be found in every detail of the Cross Turismo, creating space for diving, golfing, surfing, or cycling equipment. Behind the large tailgate, the Cross Turismo holds almost 1,200 litres of luggage when the rear seatbacks are folded down. The vehicle also offers all-wheel drive, air suspension, and Performance Battery Plus as standard.

Not only is the Cross Turismo generous with space, but it also benefits from Porsche’s innovative electric drive system with 800-volt architecture that

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If you have the need for speed, the Cross Turismo has you covered. With the boost of Launch Control, the Taycan reaches 100km/h in 3.3 seconds, 200km/h in 10.7 seconds and covers 400m in 11.1 seconds. According to the data, the Cross Turismo has a range of 425km from a single battery charge and owners have several ways to charge their Taycan, including High Performance Charging, Home Charging and Porsche Destination Charging. “I loved driving the Taycan Cross Turismo. The extra boot space, extra ground clearance, cabin space, and Off-Road packages make such a difference. It’s such a sophisticated vehicle and yet allows for adventure at the same time. For someone that’s active and loves socialising it’s the perfect blend of practicality and aesthetics.”

Three model variants of the Taycan Cross Turismo are available in Australia, each fitted with Porsche’s 93.4 kWh Performance Battery Plus as standard equipment.

The Australian model range comprises: Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo. The new Taycan Cross Turismo is available to order now at Porsche Centre Gold Coast.

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Pis ce s

AR IE S

(Mar 2 1 – A pr i l 2 0 )

TAURUS

(Apr 2 1 – M ay 2 1 ) Taurus 2022 brings foreign travel, opportunities for higher education and a general widening of your horizons. February is a very active and exciting month for many. Your health is excellent, and you have abundant energy to achieve whatever you will.

Be patient with yourself financially, as major and happy changes are happening this month.

You’re changing your self-concept, your image, the way that you want others to see you. This has been going on for some time and continues in the year ahead. It’s all falling into place.

G EMINI

(May 2 2 – Ju n e 2 1 ) This year marks a period of balancing your priorities within the context of achieving your goals, hopes and wishes. Education, travel, writing or Multimedia provide your best outlets for new directions. Do take time out to balance emotional and physical needs, and give yourself time to reflect, relax, recharge.

Business partnerships formed now will be successful. Relationships improve by sharing your deeper thoughts and feelings. Your love life and social life are very happy this year.

CANCER

(Jun 2 2 – Ju l 2 3 ) This year is shaping to be a mix of both career and social pursuits. There is much expansion in your social life, but you also have a growth orientated attitude towards your career. The first half of this year is good for a big financial surprise. Sudden fortune comes to you. If you’re feeling out of sorts have a checkup.

Health and your energy levels are much better this year. For singles, romantic opportunities come at the workplace now. Those already in a partnership will enjoy social functions together.

LE O

(Jul 24 – Aug 2 2 )

2022 starts of a year of significant personal and professional growth. It’s also a time to take a look at the philosophies, ethics and attitudes that influence how you approach achieving success. This month your social charisma is strong and very active. Look at ways of bettering your health as your energy levels need attention this year. Make sure you get enough rest. Stand back and reflect on a few situations that are playing out around you at the moment, as unexpected changes in social circumstances or partnerships keep you on your toes. All will be good for you in the long run Leo.

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In 2022 you will take what you have learned and apply it to your career and outward objectives. It will be a super year with many big life changes, enjoy the ride Aries. Earnings are strong now. Friends are a special source of inspiration and support if you are feeling uncertain about your love life or family pressures. Health and energy are vastly improved now. Your spiritual life is on steroids this year. Your Dream life is very active also.

Would be a good idea to keep a dream journal.

Much of what you see will only be understood later on.

Happy Birthday Pisces. This year signals an expansion of earnings and happy earning opportunities coming to you. Assets you already own will increase in value. Make the changes that need to be made for your happiness. This year ahead centers around your need to realign yourself with your sense of purpose. With increasing confidence and optimism about the future, you can establish goals that offer greater satisfaction with yourself and life circumstances.

Do balance your emotional and physical health by working on your inner fitness.

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VI RG O

SAG I T TA R I US

Virgo this year is shaping up to be a much happier and less serious. Your love life and social life is going to be very active and happy.

Those already in a relationship are meeting new people and having more romance within the relationship. You want love that comes from a higher plane. This is coming. Your creativity and imagination lead this way for a positive undertone for growth and advancement.

Exciting new opportunities are coming to you out of left field. You are very lucky in the next coming six months. You are someone that explores the healing power of joy.

This will be a year of inspiration and hope, you will start to lay a foundation beneath all those castles in the air Sadge. By reaching deep within yourself, you will also uncover the essence of the person you want to be. Business meetings, short travels or networking provide a career boost. Please do be careful with your money impulsive reactions cause you to overlook costly details. This is also a year for dealing with family and emotional issues – getting your domestic life in order. Use this time to plan future career moves also your love and social life. Keep cool and keep your eye on the prize.

( Au g 2 3 – Se p 23)

(Nov 23 – D e c 22)

LI BRA

CA PR IC OR N

Home and family life have special significance over the course of this year Libra, and your influence within the family may be more marked than in the past. A year for fulfilling home and domestic goals & for getting the workplace, health and love life in order. Big changes in the coming months on the home front, maybe a move or renovation. Parties and romantic opportunities abound over the next few months Libra, so except all invitations.

This is a year where you land a dream job.

Health is good and getting better. Life is Good.

Capricorn this is a year for having things your way. You are giving birth to a new you. You know what’s best for you. Health is basically good. Your focus seems to be more about family members. Please do be careful of being in such a hurry to get things done, as this can lead to accidents or injury. You make money in happy ways. Your personal creativity is more marketable these days. You are becoming more spiritual. Listen to your dreams, as they have some powerful messages for you. Your ESP faculties are more finely tuned now as well.

( S e pt 24 – Oc t 23)

(D e c 23 – Ja n 20)

Aq u ariu s SCORPIO

( O ct 24 – Nov 22)

2022 signals long term changes in your spiritual life, charitable activities and work.

Job changes also-not necessarily career changes are very likely this year. Important financial changes are happening this year.

If you are itching to move, an opportunity could come suddenly and unexpected over the coming months. Love is tender and nurturing this month, even though love and friendships of the heart are being tested in the year ahead.

Still be mindful of your health. Choose Happy.

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(Ja n 21 – Fe b 19)

2022 is a very prosperous and lucky year for you financially. Your friends seem to provide some great opportunities for you as well. Some of your dearest financial hopes and dreams are coming true this year. You will end this year much richer than you began. The home is a continuous work in progress. Little by little you are being led to your dream home and dream family situation. This year is also about finding personal happiness rather than pleasing others. Your social grace is very strong. You need to be mindful of health and energy levels this year. Balance is key. Dreams really do come true. Love is all around.

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Table of 20 Gold Coast Wonder Women were quick to snap up a ticket for the pre-Christmas Table of 20 event at Edgewater, which featured not only a delectable threecourse meal, wine, champagne and cocktails, but a spiritual reading by the much-admired medium Daniela. Her insightful and informative readings inspired a lot of discussions among guests, who were all impressed with her prowess. Funds raised went to the Gold Coast Community Fund.

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Women in Business Awards 2021

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PUTTING YOUR OWN HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FIRST HAS PROVEN BENEFITS, AND WILL ALSO FLOW ON TO BENEFIT YOUR FAMILY, COLLEAGUES AND ACQUAINTANCES. TAKE A LEAD FROM THOSE IN THE SPOTLIGHT AND MAKE TIME FOR A LITTLE TIME TO FOCUS ON YOURSELF.

Balancing the challenges of motherhood and the being the female GOAT of tennis can be all-consuming. Serena Williams makes an effort to allocated time to the usual self-care as well as at least one session a week of playing video games on her Nintendo Switch, which she asserts has proven mental health benefits. While zoning out on a game, the brain enters something called a flow state, which is similar to meditation, allowing us a reprieve from the chaos of regular life. “Where you’ll find me in between training, meetings, and mom-ing: cosying up with my Nintendo Switch,” Serena says. “When I have those few minutes, it’s such a great way to unwind.”

SERENA WILLIAMS

Singer, rapper, flautist and proudly plus-size Lizzo she gets her “Juice” from celebrating body-positivity and empowering women to love and be themselves.

LIZZO

“If you can’t love yourself, how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else? Can I get an Amen up in here?” says the host of “Drag Race” at the end of every episode.

RUPAUL CHARLES

JADA PINKETT SMITH (WITH DAUGHTER WILLOW AND MUM ADRIENNE)

In a recent video posted to social media, Jada, Willow and Jada’s mum, Adrienne spoke about the importance of self-care.

“One of the personal care routines I learned from my mother was taking care of my feet,” said Jada. “You would butter up your feet at night with Vaseline.”

From her own mum, Adrienne learned is the importance of rest. “You know, grandma believed in taking a nap!”

Willow spoke of what she learned from her mother, Jada. “I think the beauty secret that you’ve passed down to me is exfoliation, because you’re really big at exfoliation like, all over the body.

And that’s so important because most people think about exfoliating just their face or just their feet, but you need to do it for your whole body.”

JADA PINKETT SMITH

Long before there was a trend or hashtag, Jen spoke up for the value of self-care. In a June 2021 interview with E! News, she told the outlet her main priority is meditation.

During the first hour of her morning, she stays away from her phone completely, that means no emails, and no social media to focus instead on meditation, journaling, and time with her dogs. “This helps me gear up for the day ahead, stay mindful, and thrive mentally, psychically, and spiritually.”

JENNIFER ANISTON

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Honest and open about her struggles with mental health, Lady Gaga, (aka Stefani Germanotta) has also been vocal about the practices, like gratitude, that help her cope during her lowest moments.

Over Thanksgiving, the House of Gucci star said, “I’m very grateful for my family, a hard-working Italian-American family.

And I’m thankful for New York. Thank you to all of our healthcare workers, our doctors, our nurses, our frontline workers, we couldn’t have done this without you, and we love you.”

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