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WHAT'S ON OCTOBER 1-31 – Celebrage Festival Warrnambool’s Seniors Festival will explore art, craft, fashion, performance, exercise, technology and home DIY. There’ll also be bus trips and a performance by James Blundell. warrnambool.vic.gov.au
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12 – Business in Heels Virtual Assistant Renae Scholte will explain the importance of outsourcing. At Proudfoots Boathouse from 6.30pm. $40 for drink on arrival and canapes. email: southwestvic@businessinheels.com 15 – Otway Oktoberfest Otway Estate is hosting a day of German frivolities, with a huge list of regional beer on tap, German food, music and traditional slap dancing! Tickets @ trybooking. pricklymoses.com.au 20-23 - Camperdown Cruise This international music festival showcases acts on six stages, plus 60 trade stalls, classic car shows, Glamour Central for the Ladies, Miss Camperdown Cruise pinup competition, dance lessons and fashion parades. camperdowncruise.com.au
NOVEMBER 1 - South West study of Childhood Obesity Guest presenter Professor Steven Allender Lady Bay Resort at 6.30pm. www.bpw.com.au/south-west 2-27 – ‘Between Us and the Horizon’ Local artist Caroline Healey will share her latest collection of work, which beautifully captures the places we love around Warrnambool. The Artery, Timor Street, Warrnambool. Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm. 6 – Women in Music Enjoy the sweet sounds of female performers Jodi Martin, Serendipity and local Nancy Schipper at the Cally Hotel Beer Garden from 1-5pm. Free. 112 Fairy Street, Warrnambool. 19 – John Cougar Mellencamp Show Gather the crew and relive Mellencamp’s greatest hits at this tribute show at the Highline Bar. Starts 10pm. Tickets $10 at the door. 53 Liebig Street, Warrnambool.
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As I write this, I’m sitting a few hundred metres away from the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers. It’s early morning and there’s a veritable fleet of pelicans cruising by. (What is the collective noun for a group of pelicans, by the way?) There was a time when I would have felt incredibly guilty taking some time out, leaving the team behind to toil away whilst I’m lounging around by a river! But over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the restorative powers of the mini break. And that’s not just a break from the office, but a break from screens (breaking my own rules here) and the daily grind of routine. It certainly works for me. If your health tends to be neglected because of your busy schedule, this issue of bizmag is for you. We set ourselves the challenge of exploring how other busy folk manage to fit more activity into their daily lives and also focus on their wellbeing (apparently, it’s all about priorities.) The result is an issue that’s bursting at the seams with tips and ideas for a much healthier and more vibrant you. Now that the flood waters have receded and the sun is beginning to dry up the sodden south west, we hope you’ll find plenty of inspiration in the pages that follow to move more, eat a little better, or just to take the time to get out and do something a little different. Take it from me - you’ll feel so much more energised if you do. By the way, here at bizmag HQ we’ve been utterly blown away with the level of support and feedback for our new-look magazine. And we couldn’t be more thrilled! On behalf of Chris, Jody, Beth and Karryn, I would like to say a sincere thankyou to those who have taken the time to email, phone or simply pull us aside and tell us how much they love the new feel and style of what we are creating. You have honestly made our day!
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THINGS we love
NATURE TIME Tower Hill Reserve is exploding with native wildlife, fauna and a rich history. Clear the cobwebs and go on a 90-minute bush and nature walk with Worn Gundidj Tours to learn more. There’s also two-hour twilight tours where you can meet nocturnal critters and watch the sunset from inside the famous crater. $23/$29. towerhill.org.au
Timboon Whiskey Local whiskey lovers are a lucky bunch. They’ve got the Timboon Distillery in their own backyard and a passionate, young distiller (Josh Walker) who keeps presenting the goods. The latest hand-crafted Port Expression is causing quite a stir…double-distilled and aged in heavy charred oak barrels for a fruity, smokey essence. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never look back. 200ml $60/500ml $140. timboondistillery.com.au
CLEAN EATS Nurse/fitness instructor/nutritionist student, Jessica Robson is a firm believer that eating well doesn’t have to be boring and bland. Her homebased business offers ‘clean’ treats and snacks that are free of refined sugars, preservatives, gluten and dairy. Top sellers include choc toffee crumble, choc chip cookies, choc peanut butter balls and caramel slice. facebook.com/cleaneatswarrnambool
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Flower Power There’s no doubt about it, flowers make everyone happy. Add a bit of sunshine to your office, studio or work space with an inspiring arrangement by Gen Baulch Flowers in Port Fairy. From classic to vintage or contemporary to coastal, her floral styling is pure eye candy. genbaulchflowers.com
DRINK UP Keep hydrated at work with this ‘clock-watching’ water bottle. Available in a variety of colors, the 2 litre bottle-with handle and snap lid for no spill - marks off how much water you should drink every two hours, so there are no excuses. RRP $24.99. Sportspower, Liebig Street, Warrnambool
Simply Cement When she’s not wrangling her young family, Warrnambool mum Lisa Powell sneaks off to her shed to make beautiful and functional cement pots, bowls, tea light holders, jewellery holders and other evolving, self-taught creations. The natural texture of the cement is complemented with copper, silver and pastel accents. Prices range from $15 to $40. Custom orders welcome. Facebook search: Simply-Cement
It’s time for home-grown hip hop to stand up and be counted with Jacob Pugh’s debut EP Cloud of Doubt. The 16-year-old delves into social, political and personal issues, delivered with cleverness and aplomb. Other talented folk Cooper Lower, Liam Russell and David Parkes support him on guitar/ vocals, bass guitar and drums. Available through iTunes, Apple Music and Spotify - or CD via Facebook, at Jacob Pugh Music for $10.
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Fit IT IN
By Beth Gibson
Most of us have the desire to be healthy, look good and feel great about ourselves. After all, being our optimal best means we can be more productive at work and happier at home.
From shift workers and work-from-home mums, to the
corporate set and those on split rosters, everyone’s juggling
Warrnambool, is a regular at Danni’s Fusion Fitness and
Bonnie Winter, a receptionist at Quest Apartments in
unique work schedules. So, what’s on offer in our neck of the
Personal Training. As a young professional working split shifts,
woods to help hit our personal targets in mind and body?
she finds that Danielle Carra’s small group sessions run from her home gym suits her unconventional hours.
24-Hour Gyms Warrnambool is definitely not lagging when it comes to the wave of 24-hour gyms. In fact, we have several of them. It’s true this around-the-clock availability to weights and cardio in a safe and controlled environment means you can work out literally any time of the day or night. So who uses them? Mums
“I work a rotations roster with morning and night shifts, so
having the option of four to five different session times in a day makes it 100 per cent possible for me to fit exercise into my daily life,” says Bonnie, who also plays netball for Russell’s Creek. “I have achieved some big personal goals (22.5cms
who want to sneak off before the household wakes up, 9-5
off her waist, arms, legs, chest and hips) and feel much
office workers who want to fire up early, or let off steam after
more confident and fit now with everything I do. I was a bit
work and part-timers with down time during the day. 24-hour
nervous at the start, but Danni made me feel comfortable and
gyms are also a huge drawcard for shift workers who want to
explained everything so I didn’t feel so lost. The extra fitness
keep in shape.
has definitely impacted on my netball too.”
Workplace Wellbeing
Colin Moore, a transport driver with Warrnambool Cheese
and Butter, is a member of Anytime Fitness. He works a mix
The team at o2 Media in Warrnambool believes that if
of day and night shifts ranging from eight to 12 hours, but
employees feel healthy and well, they perform better and
says this new wave of around-the-clock gyms leaves no room
have less sick days. Marketing professional Liz Fowler says
for excuses. “Using a 24-hour gym means that I can work out
the o2 Media workplace wellbeing program looks at nutrition,
any time, regardless of my roster,” says Colin. “I can access the equipment that I want and avoid peak times. Quite often I have the whole place to myself.”
physical activity and mental wellbeing.
“We always make sure we have fresh fruit and filtered
water on hand and have lots of signage prompts around the
Personal Trainers
office to make sure we regularly get away from our desk and
Personal Trainers, otherwise known as PTs, are an option for
stretch,” says Liz.
people who need one-on-one motivation to keep their strength
and fitness in check and who want to avoid busy gyms. Some
our shorter meetings. We organise flu injections each year,
PTs work from a gym space; others outdoors, or from home.
midday walks around the block and the occasional yoga class;
It all depends on what environment you personally prefer to
we’re always open to suggestions from staff to keep people
achieve the goals you desire.
energised and happy.”
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“We even have a walking desk (treadmill) and stand up for
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 Liz (Pam) Fowler from o2 Media on the office 'walking desk'.
Bonnie Winter, receptionist at Quest Apartments, makes time for her health and fitness.
TOWER HILL CHALLENGE What better way to get in shape and build team morale than to pull together your workmates for the annual Tower Hill Challenge on Saturday, December 3. Fast becoming one of Australia’s most popular and challenging outdoor obstacle course, this Koroit Football Netball Club fundraiser features a 6km or 15km obstacle race. Participants of all fitness levels have a ball getting down and dirty in the ice cold bath, cargo net, mud pit, ropes, 8-foot walls and wire to crawl under. It all finishes up at the Koroit footy oval where there’ll be presentations, music, food and hot showers for the first 100 home. More information and to register: towerhillchallenge.com.au
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Desk Massage According to Cherie Amor from Amor Massage, her ‘desk massages’ in the workplace not only reduce back and neck pain from continual sitting, they amount to happier staff. “Employees are less stressed, think more clearly and are more productive after a desk massage,” observes Cherie. “Massage in the workplace on a regular basis can break up the routine and create a more relaxed atmosphere overall. People who normally wouldn’t have a massage can also get a better understanding of the benefits.” Gut Nutrition Nutritionist at Rebalance Osteotherapy, Alicia McVilly, says the latest buzz in nutrition is ‘gut health’. But, she says, bypass all the gimmicks and go about it the ‘old fashioned way’ like grandma did, so you know exactly what’s going in your body (see her recipe on page 35). “The health of the gut is the foundation to our overall health,” explains Alicia. “If the gut is compromised it can affect many different aspects of our body, from mental health to immune function to the onset of skin conditions. Fermented foods are great, including kombucha, kefir, tempeh, sauerkraut, kimchi and yogurt. All of these assist in restoring and balancing the intestinal ecosystem, which, therefore improves digestion and promotes optimal health.”
Logans Beach Spa Retreat plans to look after busy parents with a new holistic pamper package.
WHY NOT TRY… Laughing Yoga Laughing for a sustained period of time apparently does all sorts of great things to your blood flow and, in turn, helps your heart, boosts energy and dissolves stress. Laughing yoga: get on it. Every Saturday at 9.30am. Lake Pertobe (near mini golf), Warrnambool. Geothermal Spa A magical place where people go to soak their weary bodies, calm their busy minds and benefit from the earth’s tranquil mineral waters. Take time out for yourself, or take a friend who needs a boost. Deep Blue Hotel and Spa (entry off Pertobe Road), Warrnambool. Dog Beach There’s a whole bunch of dog beaches across the Great South Coast where your best friend can swim and run to their heart’s content. If you’re new to town, or are feeling a bit lonely, you are guaranteed to strike up a conversation with other pooch-loving humans. dogsonholidays.com.au/beaches.
Parenting Package Logans Beach Spa Retreat has come up with a unique concept to give much needed time out to overwhelmed mums and dads. The range of packages includes 5-star self-contained accommodation, professional babysitting, day spa treatments, sessions with a Maternal Child Health Nurse and/or Midwife and take away a yoga or fitness program that can easily integrated into a busy home life. After your stay, staff will give you a buzz to make sure you’re still feeling great from your escape. logansbeach.com.au
Fitness Apps My Fitness Pal recognises around 5 million foods, making calorie and food tracking easy. Better still, it’ll tell you how much exercise you need to do to burn/retain calories to reach your ideal weight goal. Free. Run Keeper is a popular way to track your run, walk or other physical activity in real-time. You’ll even get a little voice in your ear with regular time checks. Free. PT in my Pocket has workouts you can do anywhere, anytime! With upbeat music and voice commands from your own PT, workouts range from 10 to 22 minutes and include demos. $10.99
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STIMULATING SPACES Gone are the days when the ‘suits’ would bunker down in long, exhausting meetings in the boardroom with bad coffee and soggy sandwiches.
Today’s savvy businesses are choosing to hold their brainstorming, training, meetings and conferences off-site at dedicated venues that inspire and motivate. Home business owners are also keen to get out amongst it. Plus, the creative types want to stay on the coast and do their thing. So where’s everyone going?
Ginger Kitchen Businesses are finally latching onto the hidden gem that is the Ginger Kitchen. Situated at Deakin University, the premier event centre houses far more than the student café. On offer is a large, carpeted conference/dining area, separate meeting room, licensed bar and under cover decking area overlooking the Hopkins River and surrounded by beautiful native gardens. The contemporary, chic spaces can be converted and styled for absolutely any corporate event; morning, day or night. Likewise, the in-house, home-made catering options are unlimited and can be packaged up according to guests’ needs from early morning breakfast meetings to networking cocktails in the evening, or even three-course gala-style, seated events for up to 350 guests. Function Coordinator, Tonia Wilcox, said clients loved using Ginger Kitchen because it was quiet, calm and accessible with gorgeous views and plenty of parking. She said other drawcards included on-campus accommodation (there are 190 rooms with shared facilities) and access to lecture halls
(seating around 250 people) and recreational facilities including golf course and tennis courts. “Our corporate guests and any other public users are made to feel welcome and at home for the duration of their stay here,” said Tonia. “We are very particular about the arrangements and it’s all very personal and flexible. We can completely change it up according to what people want as part of their event agenda.” Tonia said the best thing about Ginger Kitchen was that it was light, bright and imposed a feeling of ‘wellbeing’ whilst there. “It’s not like you’re stuck in a single fluorescent-lit room all day” she said. “Our venue is light and relaxing, which, in turn can spark creativity. Having ‘break out’ time on the deck is ideal and some of our guests even have ‘walking meetings’ in the gardens around campus.” Bookings: GKinfo@deakin.edu.au
South West TAFE If you’re looking for premium conference, meeting or event space in the heart of Warrnambool’s CBD, South West TAFE has several venues available for hire. Business guests have access to the latest communications technology like smart TVs, video and teleconferencing, plus video and voice recording, data projectors and a dedicated computer room with 18 laptop computers with internet access. Top local caterer Wyton’s can provide fine food from breakfast right through to evening cocktails. Bookings: 1300 648 911
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HOT DESKS Super Kawaii Super Kawaii is a quiet and creative hot desk space with a city loft feel.
The Super Kawaii studio space in Ozone Walk, Warrnambool could easily be mistaken for a trendy New York loft. Not only is it a beautiful, light-filled space to be in, it’s a peaceful and productive environment where creatives, professionals and students can get down to business, distraction-free. Desks and a meeting table can be hired by the day or longer term. Enquiries: superkawaiistudio.com.au
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The Killara Centre in Camperdown has two rooms for hire. The Killara room seats up to 80 people theatre-style and can be configured many ways for meetings and conferences. The recently refurbished McCabe room is a more intimate space and can seat up to 25 people. Each room has a ceiling-mounted projector, WiFi and access to a kitchen. Bookings: 5593 7100
You only need to buy a coffee to use one of the six hot desks upstairs in this historic Hamilton café/bar, with free access to the WiFi and printer. And, if you order catering from these guys, you’ll have free use of two fully decked out conference rooms and a private meeting room. Enquiries: theroxburgh.com.au
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With magnificent views of the Grampians, the Mountain View Room on site at the Royal Mail Hotel is the perfect escape for corporate team brainstorming, or for uninterrupted training. The contemporary space has natural light, wide verandah and flexible indoor spaces and can accommodate up to 140 people. Add to this, on-site accommodation, award-winning food and highly attentive staff. Bookings: events@royalmail.com.au
Portland Business Hub The Committee for Portland has set up a business hub at the site of the old Sandilands Restaurant at 33 Percy Street. You’ll find start-ups (including a sour dough bakery and curry cart), a flexible conference space for up to 200 people, plus hot desks available on a casual or long-term basis. WiFi is included, as is the use of office equipment. Individuals, businesses or community groups can even buy an annual membership and come and go as they please. The committee has their business functions there too, so there’s always an opportunity to jump in and get involved. Bookings: admin@committeeforportland.com.au
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Musicians, artists and creative types visiting the coast for inspiration now have the option to stay at Warrnambool’s independent art gallery, The Artery. The vintage styled living quarters can sleep up to 11 guests at any one time, with access to the kitchen, communal bathrooms, living areas, huge garden and studio work spaces. Everything’s provided; just bring your own food. Daily rates: $50 per room/$200 whole house. More: thefproject.com.au
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Pretty PORT CAMPBELL There’s something about Port Campbell. Aside from the fact that the drive there from any direction – through forest, farmland or coastline - automatically calms you, when you get there, time seems to slow to a delightful pace.
There’s a pleasant balance of local life and global visitation in Port Campbell. The locals go about their business like in any other seaside village, but, are always at the ready to help a wide eyed traveler needing some direction.
And the traders never rest on their laurels, continually looking for ways to keep their much-loved township vibrant and interesting for visitors, whether they’re from the other side of the world or a short drive away. As testimony to this, three local businesses have recently taken over the Old Post Office House situated on the port’s beach, where Sue Younis remembers collecting her mail from the post mistress in the 1970s. Sue runs Spence Australia, a charming store that stocks locally designed contemporary souvenirs and textile gifts, as well as Sue’s own millinery label. It nestles alongside Sam and Laura Anderson’s café Forage on the Foreshore, as well as Zel Botha’s beauty and hair salon, Focus on Beauty. “We are three very different businesses in one building, but all perfectly complement each other,” said Sue. “Customers can get a pedicure in the morning, browse through my store, then have some lunch made from local produce. It’s easy to spend a few hours here. Being right on the port, it’s never dull either. From a China’s Next Top Model photo shoot, to backpackers juggling, or wedding photos being taken, there’s always something happening.” Sue said Port Campbell had an “intimate feel to it” and had the right mix of retail and community attractions that not only engaged visitors, but gave local people the sense that they’re getting away for the day.
She mentioned that another exciting development for the town was the new arts space that the public could use for a variety of creative endeavors including art exhibitions, performances and events. “The old Baptist church building was donated to the community and is now situated at the site of the community park that also has an outside amphitheatre,” explained Sue. “There are a lot of exciting events planned for this space in coming months.”
LOCALS’ PICKS Eat: Forage on the Foreshore At his café at the beachside Old Post Office House, owner/ chef Sam Anderson dishes up a seasonal menu using locally grown produce and ingredients from the impressive kitchen garden. Open Monday to Tuesday 9am-4pm, Friday to Sunday 9am-4pm. Open for dinner during summer. forageontheforeshore.com.au
Sleep: Anchors Time for a peaceful and relaxing weekend away? Hide out at Anchors, a 4.5-star, 30-acre private property nestled in the hills above Port Campbell. There are three, modern and stylish units - all with spacious open plan living, gas fire, elevated bedroom (with king-size beds) and spa bath with panoramic views. Local produce hampers available upon request. anchorsportcampbell.com.au
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 Sue Younis is one of the business owners in the refreshed Post Office House building.
 Zel Botha from Focus on Beauty is also right on the relaxing port beach.
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Top left: Port Campbell’s shops and restaurants are right on the beach. Top right: Three new, and varied businesses have moved into the Old Post Office House. Bottom left: Anchors is a peaceful and comfortable getaway for locals and visitors. Bottom right: Stunning sunset from the porch of an apartment at Anchors.
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The Alcove Café & Ice Bar
Port Campbell Discovery Walk (3.8km return)
This is where you can find several flavours of the famous locally made ice-cream from Timboon, plus an attractive choice of healthy, yummy treats like smoothies, juices, muesli stacks and a Remedy Kumbucha. Open from 6am. 34 Lord Street.
Starting from the steps at the town’s beach, this spectacular cliff-top walk, through dense low coastal heath, gives you a unique perspective of the coastline, including the 12 Apostles. You’re also bound to come across some native birds and animals along the way, although dusk and dawn are usually when they’re most active and easy to spot. Round trip is about 1.5 hours.
Play Community Park The community park (recreational reserve) on Lord Street in the middle of town is a hub of activity in its own right. There’s a tennis court, skate park, playground and barbecue area. It’s also the site of the new arts space, plus original community hall, which is now a museum. So many things in one spot to keep all generations happy.
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Soldiers’ Memorial Web: visit12apostles.com.au The Soldiers’ Memorial at Beacon Point is a short stroll from the village through light native scrub. One you’re there, take a seat and appreciate the views of town, the bay and dramatic coastal cliff faces. It’s also a peaceful place to reflect.
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New director of nursing, Julie Baillie.
BRANCHING OUT After 20 years of working in various roles at Lyndoch Living, Julie Baillie is stepping up as its new Director of Nursing.
The lifetime Panmure local has a long connection with Lyndoch. She even remembers visiting Lyndoch on her wedding day to show her Nana, who was unable to attend the wedding, her wedding dress. Julie said one of the best things about working in aged care was the residents going through her family tree and working out “who you belong to”. “I love having the local connection with them,” said Julie. “It gives you both a better understanding of each other.” Coming from an extended family of nurses, Julie felt a natural pull to the profession during high school. After studying locally at Deakin, she went on to work in mental health before nursing at Lyndoch. In recent years Julie has explored the managerial side of aged care, broadening her skills as the Acting Nursing Unit Manager and then the Hostel Manager. She’s also played a lead role in the Continual Improvement team. “It’s easy to grow your career at Lyndoch,” said Julie, who described herself as “part of the furniture”. “You might have to wait sometimes, but the opportunities do come up. I like to keep challenging myself.” As Director of Nursing, Julie is in charge of all the clinical and lifestyle services delivered on site, and works closely with the Community Services team to ensure an easy transition to residential aged services if, and when required. Her varied team includes professionals in nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social and welfare work,
Reaching Out Lyndoch Living’s home care services include: • • • • • • • • •
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podiatry, allied health, personal care and home maintenance (gardening). Julie said together they shaped new initiatives for seniors in Warrnambool. “We’re not just about traditional aged care anymore,” she said. “Our Waterfront Living apartments, together with our home care services means we’re branching out into a number of different services. “We’re also focused on making the whole transition from home to Lyndoch as seamless as possible. We look at the bigger picture.”
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The body has its own natural detoxification process to rid waste via our skin, lungs, liver, kidneys, bowel and lymphatic and cellular systems. However, today’s modern environment impacts on this natural process. Continually inhaling, absorbing and ingesting toxins like pesticides, plastics and pollutants, together with dietary toxins like refined carbohydrates, colours and additives, can put extra pressure on these organs. So what happens if the natural detoxification process is impaired? Research does suggest there are links with diseases like chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, immune system dysfunctions and cancer. By giving your body a helping hand with the detox process, you can reduce toxic build-up, decrease body inflammation and generally improve performance and recovery. Your digestion will be better and your cravings (especially for sugar) will drop, which can contribute to weight loss. You’ll have overall increased energy, feel more vitalised and your skin will look clearer. Furthermore, a detox can reduce allergies and improve sleep patterns. So, how can you detox? The first step is to avoid alcohol, cigarettes, coffee, grains, refined carbs and processed foods. Some suggested simple steps to assist detoxification: • First thing in the morning, drink the juice of half a lemon in warm water. • Hydrate with 1-2 litres of filtered water and herbal tea •
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throughout the day. Eat: - seasonal, organic fruit and vegetables - raw, unsalted nuts and seeds - legumes and eggs - fresh fish, lean red meat (limited) and chicken Exercise every day (a gentle walk is fine) to encourage lymphatic system flow Dry brush your skin with a body brush before showering. Start from your feet and hands and work towards your heart to improve circulation and skin detoxification.
Headsets, footrests and standing desks; seats with lumbar support and mechanical suspension seats in tractors…there’s a big list of ergonomic accessories to make workplaces friendlier on our bodies. However, even with these postural supports in place, we shouldn’t solely rely on ergonomics to ward off the potential twists and tightness of work-related muscle tension. Mechanically, our bodies are not designed to maintain a sustained position for more than eight hours a day, even if the environment is ergonomically sound. Our bodies inherently crave movement to increase blood flow and oxygenate cells, yet so many of us ignore our body’s pleas. The key to keeping work-related aches and pain at bay is to do something every day to counteract the damage your body may have been placed under whilst in the office, truck, factory or on the farm. If you sit inside most of the day, then get moving with a walk outside. If you stand continually, then a bike ride is perfect after work. If you are required to do heavy lifting, then ditch the weights at the gym and take on an activity that is decompressive, like a swim. Consider your mental health too, which affects your physical wellbeing. If you work alone, then maybe a group fitness class would benefit your social connectedness. Or, at the other end of the scale, if your workplace is busy and noisy and has you seeking solitude at the end of the day, try something simple and slow like yoga or Pilates. As the old saying goes, you need to ‘move it to lose it’. So,
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Personal trainer Simon Angel has a sixth sense for clients who’ve snuck a cupcake, frowns upon photoshopped fitness pics on Instagram and loves mentoring young people through Standing Tall. Where’s Angel Personal Training located? I’m based at Warrnambool 24/7 Gym and Fitness. I basically rent the floor space and work my clients there. There’s not as much risk as owning a gym, so it’s a really good option. How would you describe your clientele? People who aren’t feeling great about themselves and are in a bad place because of this; mostly people who have an issue with weight. Most of them have tried other programs but they haven’t worked. What are you good at? I’m getting better at picking who needs what. Some people really respond to a hard session, but others need a different approach. I need to make sure their effort matches their expectation, whether that’s to be a size 6 fitness model or just to drop a jean size. If the training is miserable, they’ll give it
away. I also know when they’re in denial and have been eating what they shouldn’t be eating. The scales tell me! I’m more confident about calling them out! What frustrates you? The rise of ‘Fitness’ photos on Instagram, especially when they’ve been photoshopped. It can really affect my female clients and they do tend to get down about it. I tell them not to look at them. Tell us about Standing Tall. At the start of the year I was assigned as a youth mentor. Then, on Wednesdays a group of kids from the program come into the gym for a session. They want to get healthier and this naturally inspires more confidence in themselves. A lot of people helped me through tough times when I was younger, so I guess I’m paying it forward. Why do you love what you do? I love it when clients really turn a corner and start seeing results. They feel good about themselves and healthier. That’s really rewarding for me.
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People Warrnambool East Primary School student Jack reads to Narla, alongside Narla’s owner, Renee Miller.
CHILD MENTORS
For a child, having someone to regularly talk and share stories with is important for their self-growth, confidence and sense of purpose. Many of us have been fortunate to have a positive role
initiatives like Read to Dog. This is where students can practice the skill of reading aloud to ‘Narla’ the three-year-old Corgi/ Labrador cross, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. “When reading to Narla, all threats of being judged are put
model in life, be it a family member, friend or work colleague. But what about those who don’t? Who can they turn to? Mentoring programs like the one at Warrnambool East Primary School (WEPS) fill the gap for students who need some gentle nurturing by people who can impart knowledge based on positive and constructive life experiences. Student Wellbeing Chaplain, Jodie Carey, said mentors made the students feel special and connected and they loved having someone listen to them and share stories with. “Our mentors volunteer at the school because they want to help others through their life knowledge and skills,” explained Jodie. She said mentors volunteered around one hour per week of their time during school and came from a range of different backgrounds and professions. Each mentor was carefully matched with a child, and activities were formulated around the student’s interests like outdoor games, sport, cooking, drawing and reading. Mentors also get involved with the school’s other wellbeing
aside,” said Jodie. “The child relaxes and pats the attentive dog, whilst practising their reading. Their self-esteem goes up and their stress levels go down. They feel connected through something positive, like reading. Many of the children will go home and read to their own dog or another pet.” Jodie said the current mentors came from the Kids Hope Mentoring program (Salvation Army) and the Deakin University Teaching Program, but the school wanted to recruit more volunteers. “The value of the connection built with a mentor can’t be overlooked,” she said. “I see the children and mentors share a respect for each other and a desire to spend quality time together that is fun and educational. The most important part is focusing solely on the child’s agenda. Other significant outcomes include an increase in regular school attendance by mentored students.” If you’re interested in becoming a school mentor, or have an interest in other volunteering opportunities across the region, please call Volunteer Connect on (03) 5559 4920.
VOLUNTEER CONNECT supports volunteers and community groups across the region. The team are ‘volunteering nerds’ and support organisations and community groups that involve volunteers in their work, and provide a matching service to bring together volunteer roles and volunteers to fill them. If you’d like to volunteer, or are involved in an event, club or organisation that needs volunteers visit
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John Hedley liked teaching cookery so much that he made it his career focus.
FROM TRADE TO TEACHING Industry experts are at the crux of student learning at South West TAFE and the institute is on the lookout for more leaders to share their knowledge.
Commercial cookery teacher John Hedley, automotive teacher Matthew Bouchier, and beauty teacher Danielle Singleton are all industry-leaders-turned-teachers. They believe the change of career has given them a new lease of professional life and they each revel in the challenge of ‘giving back’ to a new generation. As the owner of Skinfit Body and Beauty, Danielle said anyone could teach from a book, but transferring knowledge into real-life situations was essential. “I can share relevant stories and tips that a textbook can’t, and it’s all current because I’m dealing with it every day,” explained Danielle. “I also do it because I want my industry to be the best, and to give as much as I can to people willing to learn. I step out of my comfort zone and learn more about myself.” Workshop manager at Cudgee Cars, Matthew Bouchier, returned to TAFE as an automotive teacher after completing his apprenticeship 10 years ago. “Teaching the trade gives you a different perspective of things,” said Matthew. “I’ve been on the ‘other side’ as a student, so I understand what they expect. It feels good to share a bit of expertise.”
Commercial cookery teacher, John Hedley, who has 28 years’ of experience in the hospitality industry, has moved to teaching as a conscious career change. “Realistically I’ve been a trainer all my life, teaching chefs and wait staff, but I’m taking this career change seriously,” he said. “I did the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and now I’m starting my Diploma. One of the frustrations I had in business was finding suitably trained staff, so this is my way of giving back to the industry and bringing a new generation of youngsters through.” TAFE’s Executive Manager of Education and Teaching Support, Madelyn Lettieri, said people with passion and experience in their chosen fields were the best at educating future workforces. “We’ve always used industry experts to pass on their skills and experience, but we need more due to the growth in training needs,” said Madelyn. “There are a lot of highly qualified people who’d be ideal sharing their experiences to create a new generation of talent for their industry, but they probably haven’t thought about teaching their trade.”
South West TAFE will soon offer a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, which means industry experts can become certified trainers and teach their specialty.
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SECRET CHRISTMAS BUSINESS By Shane Clancy, Basalt
The staff Christmas party is not like your normal celebratory gathering. It’s a whole bunch of people from different walks of life getting together, who’d normally only socialise for brief snippets at a time in the staff tea room. The workplace festive celebration is that one time of year where everyone, from upper management to the workers at the coal face, can let their hair down and really enjoy each other’s company socially, on an even playing field. It’s understandable that many workplaces, particularly from close knit communities like ours, choose to ‘escape’ to enjoy their food, drink and shenanigans. To facilitate fun (that’s not a massive bus trip away), Basalt is all up for hosting end-of-year break ups. Private, relaxed and with a flexible space to cater for intimate groups or larger parties, our vineyard is available both night and day. And what’s the best way to break down awkward social barriers? Getting together over quality food and wine that stimulate the senses and generate conversation. We’ll bring some of the best home-made dishes to the table, matched with crafted beer and our award-winning wine. Think tapas…Spanish Morcilla with a warm salad of local potato and Portland apple…sardines stuffed with bread crumbs and herbs and wrapped in Prosciutto. When partnered with our new release 2015 Pinot Noir and 2015 Riesling, these dishes make the most fitting feast. Simply add some music (a live duo, or your favorite playlist), a game of bocce, an Espresso Martini and you’ve got yourself a pretty cool soiree away from the town's pub hub. And, as we say, what happens at the vineyard stays at the vineyard.
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Industry statistics say that most wine purchased these days is consumed within 24 hours. But what about the minority of buyers who’d like to store their wine from a few weeks to a significant period of time? Wine is one of the few consumer goods that can improve with age. After wine is bottled, there are still complex chemical
Screw-capped bottles can be stored either lying down or upright, but because most home wine storage is horizontal, it’s just more convenient to do it this way. There’s no real right or wrong with screw-capped. Humidity is also another important factor for any bottle of wine. I’ve seen wine enthusiasts reduced to tears after
transformations happening between the thousands of natural organic compounds in the wine, leading to a gradual change and improvement in the wine. Storage temperature affects this unravelling process. As a rule of thumb, the lower the storage temperature, the slower this reaction will be and, the more ‘complex’ the final taste. Ideally, you should store your wine between 10-16°C and up to 20°C. The main thing is to keep a watchful eye on the temperature so it doesn’t fluctuate significantly. Storage at a steady 20°C is better than that fluctuating between 5°C and 30°C. So, in other words, the cupboard next to the oven is not a good wine storage place. If you’re storing wine bottles with a cork closure, it’s important to keep the wine in contact with the cork all times, so keep the bottles lying down or completely inverted. If the cork does dry out it could let oxygen into the bottle; spoiling the wine or making the cork difficult to extract.
discovering the labels off their precious bottles of Grange had gone mouldy and peeled off. This was because their cellar was just too damp. The humidity should be around 70 per cent, but between 50 and 80 per cent is okay too. Have you ever thought about the security of your wine storage? If you’re going to the trouble of investigating the right way to store your wine, chances are it’s a treasured stash. It would be devastating to find out that your much anticipated 10-year-old bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon has vanished. So, if you’re serious about nurturing significant quantities of expensive wine, consider a specialised wine fridge or even a reputable, professional storage facility to ensure the environmental conditions are optimal; giving you the best chance of benefiting from your investment.
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Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise, then across into 2-inch pieces, discarding the root end. Place in a large bowl, sprinkle with salt and toss with your hands until the cabbage is coated. Add enough cold water to just cover. Place a plate on top to weigh down the cabbage and allow it to sit for 1 hour. Place the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and stir to combine. Place cabbage into mixing bowl with the remaining ingredients. Toss with your hands to combine and so the cabbage is evenly coated with spices. Pack the kimchi into two one-litre sterilised jars, pressing down until the brine (the salty water that has been created in the process) rises over the vegetables. Leave at least 2-3cm of space at the top. Seal the jar loosely with the lid. Let sit in a cool, dark place for 24 hours (the mixture may bubble). Open the jar to let the gases escape, then reseal and refrigerate for at least 48 hours before eating (kimchi is best after fermenting about one week). Refrigerate for up to one month.
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The Heart OF THE HOME Choosing a new kitchen for a 100-year-old home can be a delicate decision, and seamlessly integrating the old with new can take some nutting out. That’s why Geoff and Janice Cameron decided to call on an architect to help them design their dream ‘retirement’ kitchen.
Bizmag: Tell us about the house. Janice: We bought the house in Warrnambool about 15 years ago while we were living in Coleraine to use as a rental/ weekender until we decided to retire here. It’s been renovated and painted over the years and we added a big living room, bedroom and another bathroom about 12 years ago. The house still has the old concrete walls. B: And the kitchen? J: The kitchen was dated and had dark timber and very little bench space. Rather than update the things that didn’t work for us, we decided to do the whole lot. We wanted to get an architect to help to marry the old with the new and make sure it suited features like the high ceilings. We knew Clinton Krause had lots of experience with old homes, so we got him involved. B: Was there much structural change required? J: We chose not to change the structure of the kitchen, so we kept the stove, pantry and island bench in the same spots. Clinton came up with some wonderful ideas, like making the pantry bigger by putting it back into a recess in the wall and making it a bit taller. It’s much more functional now with a bench and little drawers to keep everything neat.
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B: What was your thinking behind the colors? J: We knew that we didn’t want a lot of wood because there are a lot of other wood features in the house, including our existing furniture. But we didn’t want an ‘all white’ kitchen either. We had stone and wood put into the bench to break things up. B: What are your favorite features? J: I love how the cupboards go up to the cornices and use the space really well. I also really wanted a mantelpiece above the stove and I love the little pull out drawers. I also love the hide away bins! It keeps things nice and orderly. We also put in an extra sink, so we have a double sink under the window and a little one near the pantry and fridge, which comes in handy. B: What about the floor? We didn’t want to change the tiles, which are a terracotta color and are perfectly functional. It was a good choice as the color breaks up the white cabinetry. The wall color also has a slight green tinge to it. Together, it all really works. B: How much time did you spend researching kitchens? J: Not a lot, actually. We trusted Clinton and knew he’d come up with the best design to suit the style and age of the house,
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INVEST LIKE THE BEST By Danny Harris, Harris & Wood With a net worth of $66 billion, Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all time, and his track record of creating wealth through share investments is second to none. If you’re a property investor, there’s no reason why you can’t consider and apply some of his key principles. We’ve selected our top five: 1. Invest counter cyclically “We attempt to be fearful when others are greedy and to be greedy only when others are fearful,” says Buffett. This is also the strategy of many successful property investors, and has proven very profitable for many who have invested in property in uncertain times when many predicted that property prices would fall.
4. Invest for the long term Buffett admits he can’t predict which way the markets will move in the short-term, so he doesn’t try. Instead, he takes a long-term view of the market saying: “If you don’t feel comfortable owning a stock for 10 years, you shouldn’t own it for 10 minutes.” Similarly, most who have created wealth in property have taken a long-term view.
2. Specialise, don’t diversify Buffett has adopted a focused investment philosophy, investing the bulk of his funds in a few companies, whereas most advisors suggest diversifying. Most successful investors specialise in one particular area, whether that be commercial or residential. They become an expert in one area or niche and reproduce the same thing over and over again.
5. Don’t invest in what you don’t understand Back in the early 2000s, Buffett managed to avoid the huge losses after the dot com boom busted, because he doesn’t like to own stock in business that he cannot understand. He’d be wary of promotions for properties promising large profits or returns using opaque schemes.
3. Invest for value Buffett is a value investor who says: “It’s far better to buy a wonderful company at a fair price than a fair company at a wonderful price.” It’s the same with property. Profits happen by buying a property that outperforms the averages over the long-term.
The final lesson from Buffett is that both good and bad times will come and go with surprising frequency over our investing life times. But, if you have a plan, use sound financial strategies and remain patient, you too can gain financial independence through prudent investment.
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CHOOSING YOUR SALES STRATEGY By Fergus Torpy, Ray White
If you’ve decided to sell your property, you might be asking yourself, “what’s the difference between putting it on the market with a price versus going to auction”? In a market like Warrnambool, we tend to see the majority of properties go up for sale with a price. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider alternative selling options; an auction being one. Like all things in life, there are pros and cons to all strategies. The common threads, however, are two key factors: price and timeframe. What price do you want, what’s the property worth and when do you want it? When you choose to sell by auction, you set a deadline. You know that on a particular date what the outcome will be and where the interest may lie. However, if you choose to put it on the market with a price, you do so without a set date for obtaining a result. You may sell the property in a week, or you may sell it in six months. In both cases there are variables that influence the final price.
Buyers tend to make quick judgements about a property based on three aspects: price, how it looks online or in a print advertisement, and then its location and features. To put it very simply, they make an assumption about price before they decide whether the property appeals further. Putting a price on a property allows a buyer to make that initial judgement on the spot, while a property that is advertised for auction creates a need to seek more information. So which is better? Neither, because there isn’t a one-size fits-all strategy and the arguments for both could take up more room than this page allows. But one thing is definite: don’t make assumptions about either strategy. Instead, get the advice of a real estate agent that specialise in both. They have the knowledge of the local market and will offer advice about which strategy will work best for your property and its unique characteristics.
Fergus Torpy Sales & Marketing Consultant, Auctioneer
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