Southwest biz volume 41 August September by bizmag

Volume 41 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2015 FREE MAGAZINE

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PORTLAND WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING, EVENTS AND MORE

BIZFEST 2015 BRINGING THE BEST BUSINESS ADVICE TO THE SOUTHWEST

PUBLISHER'S NOTE HOLD ON TIGHT, SOUTHWEST VICTORIA - AUGUST IS GOING TO BE HUGE! It's the Victorian Government's Small Business Festival and the hardest part is selecting which events to attend. This year's program (see it at www.business.warrnambool.vic.gov.au) is a ripper! And it's fabulous to see events happening right across the region, in Portland, Port Fairy, Warrnambool, Terang and Camperdown. I love that we have a whole month dedicated to learning, networking and focusing on all things small business. Not only does it provide a brilliant excuse to spend time working "on" your business, rather just "in" it, but it's also a whole month of professional development and networking opportunities for us all, whether we're in business or working in somebody else's. One of my favourite quotes is this: "You are responsible for the energy you bring." So I can't wait to immerse myself in the energy of other business and professional people who are just as excited as me and who "get" what it takes to be entrepreneurial and ambitious. After all, it does take a particular kind of person to survive in small business. I am now in my ninth year of business and my observation is

that it takes a certain tenacity - some would say "stubbornness" - just to keep going every day. I have written a recent blog about this very issue. You can read this on our website, www.swbiz.com.au. A YEAR OF CHANGE It's certainly been a year of change for us at SouthwestBIZ magazine. One of the big changes we have made is to move to a bi-monthly publication schedule. This means bigger, "meatier" editions with a longer shelf life. In between publication dates, we'll be ramping up our online activity to keep you connected and informed. We'd love you to be a part of our community, so do please like our SouthwestBIZ Facebook page! We'll be bringing you more stories about the people behind the businesses that power our regional economy, along with more tips, information and advice from the experts. To our advertising "family", I would like to say a very heartfelt thankyou for being a part of our journey thus far. Exciting times ahead for us all!

Karen Foster

WE ARE HIRING ARE YOU THE ONE? SouthwestBIZ is hiring! We're looking for a smart and super friendly person to take on our business development and sales role. SouthwestBIZ is this region's leading business publication. Produced bi-monthly, BIZ is proudly produced by locals for local business and professional people. Our (part-time) Business Development Manager will work from our Warrnambool office and will: × be a strategic thinker × know heaps of people in this region × have a background in sales or business development × love, love, love working in small teams × be great at building genuine relationships

But be quick - applications close Friday 21 August! southwest

Advertising bookings close two weeks prior to publication. Email biz@swbiz.com.au to request a rate card or to reserve your space! October/November edition deadlines Advertising bookings: close of business, Mon 21 September Editorial: close of business, Mon 21 September Published: First week in October

BIZ ONLINE Our website provides you with 24/7 access to your favourite regional business magazine. Featuring stories and articles from our printed publication, the website will also include special tips and resources that will only be available online. www.swbiz.com.au

SouthwestBIZ 2/102 Lava Street Warrnambool Vic 3280 Phone: (03) 5568 3095 Publisher: Karen Foster Editorial: Leah Heinrich editorial@swbiz.com.au Photography: Sheree Dubois Leanne Pickett Jenni Larsen

Advertising: Phone: (03) 5568 3095 email: biz@swbiz.com.au Web: swbiz.com.au Find us on Facebook Published by: SouthwestBIZ Pty Ltd, 2/102 Lava Street, Warrnambool, Vic 3280 Copyright 2015© Printed by: Kingprint

Production Manager: Jody Miller jody@swbiz.com.au

Our cover: Kristie Hayden from Logans Beach Spa Retreat Photo by: Sheree Dubois

This document was produced from fibres that were sourced from endorsed certified well-managed plantations and is manufactured under the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.

× have a genuine empathy for small business × love a challenge × bring creative approaches to his or her work.

If this sounds a lot like you, we'd love to hear from you! Find out more at www.swbiz.com.au or email karen@o2media.com.au.

Publication dates SouthwestBIZ magazine is published bi-monthly and distributed in the first week of every second month in 2015.

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rowing demand among home buyers for properties along the south-western coast of Victoria has led Aussie Warrnambool to recently open its doors to the public. Conveniently located on Liebig Street in the heart of Warrnambool, the new store is home to Mortgage Broker Jason Leishman who is fully accredited with the Mortgage Finance Association of Australia. The business not only caters for first home buyers, but also for refinancers and new purchases across the western district of Victoria. Jason not only services the township of Warrnambool, but will stretch out well beyond that, reaching out to surrounding towns such as Colac, Hamilton, Terang and Portland. Jason can search hundreds of loans from the 19 Aussie panel lenders

to find a suitable product fit for customers along the southwest coast of Victoria. Best of all, the services of Jason and the team at Aussie Warrnambool are provided at no cost to customers. With the Australian mortgage market becoming more and more competitive, the percentage of homebuyers now utilising the services of mortgage brokers sits at 52%. Aussie has been voted “Best Mortgage Broker from 2008-2014” by the Australian Banking and Finance Magazine. Customers can see Aussie Warrnambool expert mortgage broker Jason Leishman during the store’s opening hours of 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays by appointment only, or they can come to you by appointment. Just call 03 5562 4751 or visit www.aussie.com.au/warrnambool.

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TOWNS SUCH AS KILLARNEY, TOWER HILL, CROSSLEY, ALLANSFORD, PURNIM, PANMURE, HAWKESDALE, WOOLSTHORPE AND MAILORS FLAT TO NAME A FEW, CAN CONNECT TO THE NBN RIGHT NOW.

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FAQs I’m renting, what do I have to do to get connected to the NBN? It will be up to the property owner to decide if your residence will be installed with an NBN service. We recommend you speak to your property manager or landlord to discuss the connection. Will my landline phone still work when I switch to the NBN? You can decide to keep your landline using the existing copper connection. As an alternative, you can choose to use an Aussie Broadband VoIP service to make and receive phone calls. How much will the installation cost? Currently at least one installation option will be free for you. If you would like your installation done in a particular way please discuss this with the installer as there may be charges associated with this. Do I need to be there for the installation? You, or an authorised representative, needs to be there for the whole appointment, to let the installer in, and agree where the equipment should be located. What sort of computer do I need? Services provided by Aussie Broadband are compatible with most Windows, UNIX and Mac OSX based systems. Some of the operating systems we support range from Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OSX just to name a few. It is also a requirement that your computer has a network card; most systems these days will have one preinstalled. 4

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Aussie Broadband set to help with your NBN needs IF YOU’RE IN A REGIONAL OR RURAL AREA AND WANT FASTER INTERNET SPEEDS, YOU’RE IN LUCK – AUSSIE BROADBAND WANTS TO GET YOU CONNECTED.

ussie Broadband is an official NBN retail service provider of the National Broadband Network (NBN), which is being rolled out across the southwest with smaller towns and localities already able to connect. Aussie Broadband National Sales Manager Aaron O’Keeffe says towns such as Killarney, Tower Hill, Crossley, Allansford, Purnim, Panmure, Hawkesdale, Woolsthorpe and Mailors Flat to name a few, can connect to the NBN right now. “The NBN is being rolled out across the more rural areas using fixed wireless technology, which means these smaller towns have access to the new technology before larger towns and cities like Warrnambool and Hamilton,” Aaron says. “The NBN offers fantastic internet speeds – 25mb per second downloads and 5mb per second uploads, which is a vast improvement on what was previously available.”

Aaron says rural and regional areas are getting the NBN before larger towns and cities because of the technology being used to connect. “It will take longer for larger towns to be connected due to the use of the copper network and the extra work that is required. NBN needs to install nodes that will essentially bring telephone exchanges closer to the customer, which is how the higher speeds are achieved,” Aaron says. “It’s a lot simpler to connect customers in rural areas as they are using the fixed wireless technology in those areas.” For more information about the NBN and getting connected, phone Aussie Broadband on 1300 880 905 or visit www.aussiebroadband.com.au.

The purple shaded areas is where the NBN fixed wireless is available now and the light brown shaded areas is where works are currently in progress to deliver NBN fixed wireless services.

*Coverage map is used for indicative purposes only and may not be accurate. To find out if the NBN is available at your premises please contact Aussie Broadband for a service qualification.

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Portland Women in Business https://www.facebook.com/portland.wib A network formed to support women in business, industry and leadership.

Member benefits: attendance to annual meetings, networking, and opportunities to attend events, training access, support, e-newsletters, develop friendships and much more.

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IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR BETTER NETWORKING WITH A GROUP OF LIKE-MINDED LOCAL BUSINESS WOMEN, LOOK NO FURTHER THAN PORTLAND WOMEN IN BUSINESS.

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Membership Membership of Portland WIB is $50 (GST inclusive) for a 12-month subscription with member benefits.

Committee for Portland Executive Officer Anita Rank says Portland Women in Business was formed two years ago to give women in the greater Portland region professional development opportunities and a forum in which to seek and provide advice, network and develop their businesses. “A few local businesswomen saw the need for a formal network in which to support women in business, industry and leadership in the region and so Portland WIB was born,” Anita says. “We have gone from strength-to-strength and now have over 20 members from a really diverse range of business and industry. We have regular meetings, send out an e-newsletter, attend events together and run professional development.” Some of the local business women who are WIB members include Ab Fab’s Pauline Stanley, Money Tree

• Membership of Portland WIB is $50 (GST inclusive) for a 12-month subscription with member benefits including: • Member profile and inclusion in the business directory; • Discounted tickets to events, training and other initiatives; • Prizes such as tickets to events; • Attendance at annual meetings;

Bookkeeping’s Sarah Fox and Mischelle Star from Café Bahloo (see their profiles on the next page). Anita says the networking and friendships made through Portland WIB have proven invaluable to its members. “Portland WIB members are all on the same path but because we are at different stages of our business journeys, we can offer each other advice and support that really does make a difference,” she says. “Just being able to brainstorm an issue or problem with someone who has dealt with something similar in the same local environment is a huge help, and the moral support we give each other is wonderful.” Portland WIB holds monthly meetings as well as events such as training in business skills such as basic accounting and changes to super, small business lunches, professional admin breakfasts and networking events.

• Networking opportunities; • Attending events; • Access to training and professional development; • Support and advice from fellow members; • e-newsletters; and, • Developing friendships and much more. For more information visit facebook.com/portland.wib or email pwib@committeeforportland.com.au

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Pauline Stanley on Portland Women in Business

As a member of Portland Women in Business (WIB), local business woman Pauline Stanley understands the huge benefits that come from networking with a group of like-minded people. Here she shares her thoughts on the group and how the support and advice has helped her to grow. “I was introduced to Portland Women in Business by a young woman from another small business in Portland, who had shown me an extreme act of kindness by helping me in my business. She then went on to tell me about WIB and I joined up. “In the beginning I felt like a fish out of water and quite inadequate as I was being introduced to all these fantastic women who had terrific business skills and high educational experience. But that feeling of inadequacy soon disappeared as everyone was so friendly and encouraging. But still I wondered what I could offer the group until I realised that what I offer is a wealth of life experience. “We have had great guest speakers to listen and learn from, and it is great to get together with all these terrific people. Social media was my nemesis but one of our guest speakers gave an insight into how it can work really well for small business so I have persevered with it and can now say I can handle Facebook quite well. And it’s all thanks to our WIB group. “From when I was in my 20s, my dream was always to have my own small business but lack of finances was always a big issue. Over the years (since I was 15) I have worked in many different fields but most have been sales and people-orientated positions, and I have always loved my work.

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“This all came to an end when my husband became very ill when he was only 48 and given only a short time to live. He was so ill I gave up all my work commitments and looked after him until his death eight years later. He was a remarkable man and he fought for so many years to hang in there. This part of my life became totally zoned in on looking after him and I know I did this very well. “It took me a long time after his death to be able to function again but I got through. For many years after he died I sold product at markets and was doing quite well but market life is very hard work. At this point I started to wonder about opening my own store. I had a little practice run in a small shop in Portland then decided to take the risk and so at the ripe young age of 61 started Pauline’s Absolutely Fabulous Accessories, and in September 2008, we opened our shop front. “I am very proud of my business and that I contribute to the community by supplying a unique small business and that I employ staff who are all great people. My message to all my fellow WIB colleagues – and to anyone out there wanting to join WIB – is never give up on a dream and that you are never too old to start trying new things. “I would like to commend the WIB committee for the work they do. There are so many people working behind the scenes to make things happen in Portland and when positive people take positive action good things happen!”

The Tea Tree Gallery is a vibrant licensed café and art space that offers a catering service along with sessional business and hospitality training. The business operates out of a historic church manse within the heart of the CBD with Portland’s town green at its front door. The business' apt catchphrase is “bringing back the art of hospitality”. Belinda White created this business six years ago and previously ran her own home-based business, and her parents owned and operated a successful cafe in Ballarat for 10 years, which she says gave her a great grounding in the behind-the-scenes operation of a small business. Belinda has been a Portland WIB member since its inception last year. What’s the best thing about being a woman in business? The personal development opportunities I’ve had access to, but closest to my heart is the opportunity to give others in the disability sector. To help enable another person’s journey to grow in ability and confidence to me is priceless. Why did you join Portland Women in Business? I joined to be part of an evolution of sorts! I also wanted to help encourage some incredible women I know in business within Portland to come out of the shadows. It is really easy in small micro business to feel isolated so to be given a platform to be accepted, even if we don’t all wear suits and ties to work each day, is fantastic. What are the biggest benefits for you of being a WIB member? The opportunity to foster and develop positive personal and business relationships with other busy women in the town and beyond, including SouthwestBIZ. It has given people an opportunity to get to know me better too. Also being part of the Committee for Portland gives me confidence that I am not working alone in praising this great town’s potential. Why would you encourage others to become members? The networking, support, and the bigger picture team environment. We are a strong, determined group of women in a great variety of businesses. We operate in a small town and I’ve found it refreshing to learn about their businesses and strong plans for the future. The diversity is quite inspiring. What’s different about Portland WIB that you haven’t got from being a member of other business associations? The amazing personal stories of resilience and determination that I have heard from my fellow members. I have been deeply moved by some, which have led me to a deeper understanding and respect for these individuals!

MISCHELLE STAR CAFÉ BAHLOO

KAREN CORBETT POWERHOUSE PRODUCTIONS

SARAH FOX MONEY TREE BOOK KEEPING

Café Bahloo provides organic coffee from Coffee Supreme and Mikro Roasters, promotes healthy eating, using local and organic produce where it can. Mischelle says her café “encourages a little bit of Melbourne in Portland”. Mishcelle has been at Café Bahloo for nine months and has been in the hospitality, tourism and accommodation industries for 25 years. She has managed and worked in fast food outlets, cafes and restaurants, and is also a hospitality trainer / assessor. What’s the best thing about being a woman in business? Taking control of one’s own direction and being able to give to the community through hospitality. Why did you join Portland Women in Business? To access like-minded people with experience and different ideas, to gain knowledge and have moral support. What are the biggest benefits for you of being a WIB member? The meetings and gatherings, being a part of local networks, and having a great source of information. Why would you encourage others to become members? To have the strength that comes as a group, the support from other members, as well as the opportunity to gain new information, knowledge and support. What’s different about Portland WIB that you haven’t got from being a member of other business associations? Portland Women in Business keeps all our local business women connected.

Powerhouse Productions is a boutique production company that has served the media community since 1986. Producer Karen Corbett says the business is “a full-on house production facility offering services of editing and post production”. Powerhouse Productions is celebrating 25 years in business. Karen has worked for international companies since 1982 including No. 1 Sunglasses, BOC and the Melbourne Theatre company. Karen has been a Portland WIB member since 2013. What’s the best thing about being a woman in business? Making your own decisions and having the opportunity to make a difference in the community. Why did you join Portland Women in Business? To meet other like-minded women and learn more about our local business network of friends. What are the biggest benefits for you of being a WIB member? The networking and confidence-building through such a dynamic group of women from so many different backgrounds who exchange information freely and are always there to offer support. Why would you encourage others to become members? It’s a fantastic opportunity for all women – regardless of age – to enjoy the fabulous meetings and not to feel isolated as working on your own can be very lonely at times. It is also great to meet new friends and keep up with the latest news. What’s different about Portland WIB that you haven’t got from being a member of other business associations? The friendships and the genuine loyalty that we all give to each other. Portland WIB is a fabulous group of talented and supportive ladies.

Money Tree Bookkeeping provides mobile bookkeeping services to businesses in southwest Victoria. With the introduction of cloud-based accounting and remote access technology, Money Tree is able to service clients wherever they are – at their office or Money Tree’s. Sarah established Money Tree Bookkeeping in September 2009 and has more than 20 years’ experience in the finance sector. She has been a Portland WIB member for two years. What’s the best thing about being a woman in business? Showing other young women who want to be their own boss that with a lot of hard work, dedication, a great family and team support – and time out for yourself – you can be empowered and build resilience for life’s challenges. Why did you join Portland Women in Business? To network with other like-minded women in business and to share our business experiences so that we can assist each other in our business journey. What are the biggest benefits for you of being a WIB member? Networking, the sharing of ideas and collaboration, self-promotion, the diversity of events to participate in, and the time it affords to relax away from the office. Why would you encourage others to become members? The networking opportunities, the opportunity to build relationships, and the opportunity to share experiences and build your knowledge. It’s also great for business promotion and allows you to support other local women in business. What’s different about Portland WIB that you haven’t got from being a member of other business associations? Portland WIB is a network exclusively for local business women who understand the complexities of running a business within a rural town.

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Logans Beach Spa Retreat NESTLED INTO THE CARVED OUT COASTLINE OF WARRNAMBOOL’S WHALE NURSERY, LOGANS BEACH SPA RETREAT IS TRANSFORMING WITH A NEW PHILOSOPHY THAT DRAWS FROM THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF THE LANDSCAPE.

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a space of nurture and development for the mind as well as the body. An emphasis on respect and dignity at all times for the individual, and a focus on providing a touchstone of expert guidance is at the foundation of the new philosophy at Logans Beach Spa Retreat. Kristie hopes to create a centre of transformation for the mind, body, and spirit, placing an emphasis on establishing space for self-development through an acknowledgement of place. At the heart of this philosophy is the opportunity to create an avenue of escape, an outlet from the stresses of modern life in order to personally reflect and actively pursue the benefits of a healthy life. This method of health management enables an individual to take control of their quality of life in a more active way. “We are providing a space for people to actively examine and improve all the elements of their life,” Kristie says. “Where you can work on you, how you want to, with expert and caring advice supporting you along the way. It provides a place to escape, reset, and regenerate vitality. We are hoping to provide a place to work towards and celebrate small improvements, and often we find that big achievements can be realised, in all walks of life.” A major piece of the puzzle has

fallen into place for Kristie with the acquisition of Logans Beach Spa Retreat. The history of the area as a place of life, birth, and rejuvenation is an important aspect of Kristie’s philosophy of connecting and working with the environment. The cultural importance of the area has been a significant factor in Kristie’s decision to take on such a large transformation. The surrounding area’s history as a gathering place for the original nations that occupied the wider region, and the natural significance of the area as a whale nursery, has inspired the direction of the new venture as a source of reflection, transformation, and nurture. At the heart of these sentiments is a strong sense of responsibility to the environment and the desire to revive the cultural importance of the surroundings. This sense of responsibility to country has come from Kristie’s time spent in Arnhem Land volunteering with the Yothu Yindi Foundation at “the healing place”. Working with the much-loved matriarch at the time, Gulumbu Yunupingu, Kristie helped to create a space for young Yolngu women to learn about local herbal medicine and techniques used within the traditional culture. The program provided the young women with a greater knowledge of their own cultural heritage and lineage. The experience has taught Kristie

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wner Kristie Hayden is embarking on a new and emerging approach that looks to combine ancient traditions with modern treatments, a methodology that has gained a lot of attention in the past few years. Traditional practices and local knowledge are fused together with modern methods to provide tried and tested, naturally sourced ingredients and combinations that enhance the spa experience. The focus on traditional medicine and healing practices brings the revitalising benefits of active components discovered and developed with the local ecosystem in mind, offering a more substantial connection for the individual to their environment that can help to initiate and foster greater respect and awareness. With more than 15 years of experience in the traditional medicine industry, Kristie has sourced reliable and trusted brands and products that complement the philosophies and knowledge she has gathered over the years. Brands such as Li’Tya, are known for their use of local, quality ingredients and have been developed in consultation with an indigenous advisory board. This attention to detail ensures the appropriate use of local knowledge. These strong ethical foundations fit firmly alongside Kristie’s own ideals and will become a major focus in Kristie’s desire to create

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the value of reviving the practices and rituals that have fostered and developed in any one area over thousands of years. “I learnt that it was the knowledge and respect that was important, understanding and acknowledging the local environment and customs that have evolved over centuries brings a new perspective, not just of yourself and your own journey, but the development of your own surroundings and environment.” Working with local elder Rob Lowe, Kristie has begun by documenting the meaning of the artwork and symbols that are dotted around the Spa Retreat, and discovering the indigenous historical significance of the area. Elements such as the smoking bowl placed on the location during the building of the Spa Retreat will become important aspects of the move to reignite a cultural attachment to the area. While ancient knowledge and practices lie at the heart of this new transformation, it is the expert advice and high-quality services and innovations that will bring a new evolution of nurture and development. A range of packages and services will be rolled out over the coming months designed to offer new and existing customers the opportunity to experience the new innovations.

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It’s only a few days until a major new business conference brings the best of business knowledge to the southwest.

BRINGING THE BEST OF BUSINESS TO THE SOUTHWEST. Monday 10 August 9.30am - 5pm Lighthouse Theatre

As SouthwestBIZ hits the streets, last-minute preparations are being made for BizFest 2015, which will be held on Monday 10th August at the Lighthouse Theatre in Warrnambool.

“And secondly, we wanted to showcase the breadth and depth of expertise that exists here, so almost all our skills workshops will be presented by local talent.”

BizFest – the brainchild of Warrnambool marketing and communications agency o2 Media – will be staged as part of the Victorian Government's Small Business Festival.

Ms Foster said a third aim for BizFest was to provide great networking opportunities for local businesses. These included pre-dinner drinks and a special dinner hosted by Deakin University.”

o2 Media Director Karen Foster says BizFest will feature high-profile keynote speakers Jim Penman and Carolyn Creswell as well as a rich program of workshops covering topics of importance and interest to professional people.

Tickets for BizFest will be on sale right up to the last minute, so if you haven’t already, get your ticket today at Eventbrite.com.au – search “o2 Media BizFest”.

“BizFest has a three main aims. First of all, we wanted to bring great professional development here to our region.

TICKETS $170 via Eventbrite orvisit o2bizfest.co

LUKE BOURCHIER AT BIZFEST

forward to playing to business and professional people from right across the southwest.

Another fantastic local talent will be appearing at BizFest 2015, with popular Cobden acoustic musician Luke Bourchier performing twice during the full-day program.

Luke performs a wide range of covers and loves to entertain, whether it’s with easylistening fingerpicking tunes performed quietly in the background, or classic covers that create a party atmosphere that will get the dance floor stomping. Luke says he loves performing at a range of gigs as “every gig is interesting”. “In the May just gone, I performed in front of several thousands of people at the Grampians Grape Escape, which was amazing. It’s a privilege to be asked to perform at weddings – they’re always really special – and my favourite haunt would have to be in Timboon, at the Distillery. I love it there.”

BIZFEST TO FEATURE RESERVOIR DAD

his first book, also called Reservoir Dad, was published by Random House in 2014. Clint’s BizFest workshop will help people sort the wheat from the chaff when starting a business blog, and is sure to be delivered with his trademark humour. “I fell into blogging by accident but I’ve learnt a hell of a lot along the way,” he says. “Once you have your blog up and running, the tricky part comes from knowing how much of your personal uniqueness to reveal on the blog. Bland slabs of info will send your blog to the bottom of the swarming blog billions. “But knowing how you deliver your content with humour or passion to attract interest, without having to upload pictures of yourself with no pants on, is important …

Luke will perform his trademark range of covers for BizFest participants at the end of the workshop sessions and will provide musical interludes at the conference cocktail-style dinner that evening. Luke, who performs at weddings, corporate functions, birthdays and any other event in between, says he is looking

Pro blogger, published author and former Mortlake resident Clint Greagen will tell his story at BizFest 2015. Also known as "Reservoir Dad", Clint will present a blogging skills workshop at BizFest. Mr Greagen's popular blog, "Reservoir Dad", details hilarious tales from his experience as a stay-at-home-dad, and has become a hit with mums and dads alike. The blog won the Australian Writer's Centre's Best Personal Blog in 2013, and

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Luke, who has been performing since he was 15, will perform during the day at BizFest and also at the conference dinner at Deakin on Timor later in the evening. I’ve always played music. I had a little toy keyboard when I was really young which played songs like ‘Frere Jacques’ when you pushed a key. I thought it was awesome! “I had lessons on the piano for eight years from about eight years old, the trumpet during high school, and taught myself to play drums, bass guitar and acoustic guitar. Oh, and to sing! That one was the hardest of all. I’m still trying to master it – my son often tells me to stop!” Find Luke on Facebook – search for “Luke Bourchier Music”. You can also email him on lukebourchiermusic@gmail.com

although uploading pictures of myself with no pants on has worked well for me.” Clint says blogging is a great way to promote your business but figuring out the basics and doing some planning before you start will really help you take it to the next level. My workshop is perfect for business people who want to blog but don’t really know where to start.” Reservoir Dad will also be the guest speaker at the conference dinner, which will be held in the evening after the full-day program.

NETWORKING DINNER 6.30pm—9.30pm Tickets $75 via Eventbrite.com.au or o2bizfest.co

1. Karen Foster, o2 Media 2. Richard van Bergeijk, Ryans Group 3. Jim Quadara, Ryans Group 4. Kevin Bennett, KB Business Solutions 5. Damian Jones, eResources 6. Gavan Cooper, Cooper Hardiman 7. Catriona Hardiman, Cooper Hardiman 8. Jock Thomas, Commonwealth Bank 9. Rhonda Henry, Commonwealth Bank 10. Matthew Bushell, Commonwealth Bank 11. John Clue, Commonwealth Bank 12. John Schreenan, Revolution Print 13. Leon Wilson, Revolution Print 14. Robyn Wood, Work Health Wisdom 15. Catherine Kelson, Social Cat Media 16. Kieran Murrihy, Foresight Lane 17. Anita Rank, Committee for Portland 18. Pauline Rooney, WorkPlace-EZ 19. Kath Tanner 20. Leon Beaton, Creating a Mindshift For Change 21. Bron Levett, the Tax Chic 22. Jason Hecker, Up and Running Technology Services 23. Mark Bridge, Great Southern Credit Management

SKILLS WORKSHOPS

Delegates will attend four chosen workshops, one from each session. For the full run-down on each workshop, visit o2bizfest.co

SESSION #1 11am—12pm

SESSION #2 12pm—1pm

SESSION #3 3pm—4pm

SESSION #4 4pm—5pm

Choose from:

Make them fall in love with you – customer service love potion

Lessons from the AFL – 7 People management tips to put your business on top of the ladder

Hashing out the almighty hashtag!

The secret weapon to boosting productivity

Catherine Kelson, Social Cat Media

Kath Tanner

Organisational innovation: dinosaurs, disruptors and dreamers

Your greatest asset – your underutilised staff

Karen Foster, o2 Media

Exports and imports – what’s stopping you? Richard van Bergeijk and Jim Quadara, Ryans Group

Growing a better business Kevin Bennett, KB Business Solutions

The Cloud – a business tool for success Damian Jones, eResources

How to start and grow a blog Reservoir Dad Clint Greagen, blogger and author

Gavan Cooper and Catriona Hardiman, Cooper Hardiman

What makes an agribusiness sustainable? A bank’s perspective Jock Thomas, Rhonda Henry, Matthew Bushell and John Clue, Commonwealth Bank

From traditional to online – well worth the pain!

Kieran Murrihy, Foresight Lane

Leon Beaton, Creating a Mindshift For Change

Playing the employment game – identify and avoid the key risks

Update, understand and analyse your accounts!

Gavan Cooper and Catriona Hardiman, Cooper Hardiman

Bron Levett, the Tax Chic

Stepping up to lead

John Schreenan and Leon Wilson, Revolution Print

Anita Rank, Committee for Portland

Quick stress busters for busy people

Taking charge of your health, wellbeing and productivity at work

Robyn Wood, Work Health Wisdom

Pauline Rooney, WorkPlace-EZ

Taking care of business – understanding IT and data security Jason Hecker, Up and Running Technology Services

Calling in the debt Mark Bridge, Great Southern Credit Management

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Microsoft 10

is here! NEVER FEAR, WINDOWS 10 IS HERE! ROD BRUGMAN FROM ERESOURCES ANSWERS ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE LATEST UPDATE TO THE EVER-POPULAR OPERATING PLATFORM.

BIZ: So Rod, when is Windows 10 going to be released, and how long have we been waiting for it?

inclusion as 8 wasn’t popular in the

are now run in a window instead of

BIZ: Will I need a new computer?

business community. Early reports

being forced to use the full screen.

indicate a better overall look, plus a

BIZ: What are the more advanced

Rod: Windows 10 was officially released on July 29th, however developer preview versions have been available to the public and application developers for testing since October 2014.

little more flexibility between mobile

features of the new system?

Rod: Microsoft has released official minimum specifications, but a well-functioning Windows 7 or 8 computer less than three years old should continue to perform well.

Rod: Windows 10 will look very

– Windows smartphones, tablets and

BIZ: Why should we be excited about Windows 10?

similar to Windows 8 however you

Xbox One. This means if you have an

will feel more at home with the

app on a Windows 10 smartphone,

Rod: The start menu is back! It was there in Windows 7 but gone in Windows 8, and it will be a welcome

reintroduction of the start menu.

you can also run it on your Windows

Improvements have been made with

10 computer or even Xbox One.

the new modern applications, which

This lowers costs, standardises the

computing and desktop computing preferences. BIZ: Does Windows 10 look any different visually to Windows 7 and 8?

Rod: One of the main goals Microsoft has with Windows 10 is to enable modern Windows apps to work across a large ecosystem of devices

look and feel, and widens software innovation opportunities. BIZ: What are the best things about the new Windows for Business?

Make IT Easy

Rod: How Windows Updates are being delivered is changing. Consumer Home and Pro versions of Windows 10 will receive both critical

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would like to upgrade, you can do it for free. There is an exception to the free upgrade for enterprise businesses that have a Microsoft Volume License

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BIZ: What if I am looking to purchase new computer – can I still get Windows 10? Rod: You’ll be able to purchase new computers with Windows 10 as soon as August and it’s not likely to change the price of a new computer. There is likely to be some crossover time where Windows 8 is still available, either by choice or on old stock. So if you buy a new computer without Windows 10, you should still be able to take advantage of the free Windows 10 upgrade until July 2016. BIZ: If I am a registered Windows user, how can I get Windows 10? Rod: Windows 10 will be delivered via Windows Update. You may have already noticed your Windows 7 or 8 computer prompting you to prepare for the upgrade. There is no need to obtain a Windows 10 disc. BIZ: Ok, I am ready to do the upgrade to Windows 10. Do I have to reload and start again? Rod: No, Windows 10 is a major upgrade, as distinct from a full reload. It is an interactive upgrade designed for a novice user to install. This makes the migration easier, especially where a large number of computers are involved.Some software features are being dropped, e.g. Windows Media Center, which some people may have been using as a Smart TV multimedia library. It’s important to check before upgrading depending what features you use.

Branch Manager Ashley King and Customer Relationship Officer Rachel Root discussing equipment finance options.

Port Fairy

Community Bank – service at a local branch level THE PORT FAIRY & DISTRICT COMMUNITY BANK KNOWS THAT SMALL BUSINESS IS THE HEARTBEAT OF PORT FAIRY, WHICH IS WHY IT IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE NEEDS OF PEOPLE OPERATING SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE AREA.

ORT FAIRY & DISTRICT COMMUNITY BANK is pleased to announce new business product packages recently released by Bendigo Bank to support small to medium business enterprises. There are a variety of cost-effective products available, and Branch Manager Ashley King says staff are more than happy to chat with business owners about their needs.

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Ashley says the timing for these products is just right following on from the recent announcement of the Federal Government’s Jobs and Growth package and the State Government’s Small Business Festival Victoria 2015 initiative. “Our focus is on providing service at Branch level,” he says. “An example of this is a new streamlined equipment finance process where customers deal directly with the staff at the Branch. There can be a quick turnaround in approvals and documentation is prepared and completed at the Branch. “This is ideal for the likes of tradespeople and business owners looking to purchase equipment and

& District Community Bank. We try to make people feel comfortable by just having a chat and quite often make suggestions about what we think will work best for them.” Ashley says the Port Fairy & vehicles as part of running their District Community Bank has many businesses.” products tailored specifically to Ashley says that understanding meet the needs of small business small business and being operators particularly in customer connected the areas of day-to-day are key elements in We can help providing service er local transactional banking, build a strong equipment finance, at a Branch h nomy throug co e merchant services, level, with staff loyment and p m e general insurances, open to taking dence business confi superannuation the time to which in turn and risk insurance. talk through ts back fi e n e b rs e v li de These products a customers’ nity. to our commu and services are all circumstances and available at the Port Fairy making people aware of & District Community Bank in products, what the benefits are addition to the traditional banking and how they can use them. products such as credit and debit “Customers deal face-to-face with cards, personal, home and business staff at the local Branch of Port Fairy

loans, deposit accounts, term deposits and investment products.

As a small business in its own

right, Port Fairy & District Community Bank seeks to play its role in growing and supporting sustainable and profitable small businesses.

“We can help build a stronger

local economy through employment and business confidence which in turn delivers benefits back to our community,” Ashley explains.

“After 12 months operating the

Community Bank, we will be really focused on assisting small business and supporting the community. We are starting to see more evidence of people understanding how the Community Bank can benefit the local community by becoming customers and using the Bank’s products and services.”

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Try a winter staycation HOLIDAYING IN THEIR OWN BACKYARD IS A TRADITION WITH SOUTHWEST VICTORIANS DURING SUMMER – HAMILTONIANS OFTEN CAMP IN PORT FAIRY FOR THEIR HOLIDAYS, AND WARRNABOOLIANS EVEN MAKE THE “HUGE TREK” TO ONE OF THE CITY’S BEACH-SIDE CARAVAN PARKS. BUT HAVE YOU TRIED A STAY-CATION DURING THE WINTER MONTHS? Winter is a wonderful time to explore the southwest with a plethora of events and attractions to enjoy, as well as many beautiful, cosy accommodation options to choose from. Why not plan a short getaway while the weather is wild – it’s the perfect way to spend a wonderful wintry weekend.

Winter whale watching Whether it’s Portland, Cape Bridgewater, Port Fairy or Warrnambool, the whales just love our coastline in winter, when they visit to calve and put on shows for residents and visitors alike. Seeing a whale breach is a must when in the southwest in winter.

Windswept beach walks The beach is not just for summer – spending time near the ocean during the winter months is a brilliant way to make sure you stay active. The wind and sea spray will invigorate you – just make sure you rug up.

Cosy up in front of a fire with a glass of local red Pack a luxury hamper with local produce and wine, and find a cosy seaside cottage or luxury penthouse for a romantic winter getaway. Snuggling up in front of the fire with a glass of red and a view of the roaring ocean sounds perfect to us!

Beaches, walks and wildlife a stone’s throw from Lady Bay Resort ome and stay on the world renowned Great Ocean Road, where you can explore coastal walks, meet the local wildlife, take a swim or learn to surf at our beautiful beaches. The Lady Bay Resort is a selfcontained resort located directly opposite the beach, so guests are only minutes away from doing what the locals do – swim, hang out and even work! With an Endota Spa, restaurant and seasonally heated outdoor pool, gymnasium and games room, Lady Bay Resort is also a place for guests to unwind and relax. Located just 1.5kms from Warrnambool’s CBD, Lady Bay Resort offers 65 well-appointed one, two and three-bedroom, fully selfcontained apartments and 16 hotel studio rooms. Guests are spoilt with options, with standard sea-side spa and luxury spa apartments to choose from. The beautifully appointed and spacious luxury spa apartments with sliding

.00 • One night’s accommodation in either a one bedroom standard apartment or a one bedroom studio room, with late check-out, continental breakfast for two on one morning. • A free dessert to share when two main courses are ordered in the restaurant for dinner. • 2 x $20.00 discount vouchers at endota spa (conditions apply). • 2 for 1 ten-pin bowling pass. • A free bottle of Victorian Shiraz. • A coffee voucher for the Pavilion. Upgrade to a one bedroom luxury spa apartment for an additional $50.00 per night.

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doors that open onto private balconies where guests can enjoy views over the Merri River and Southern Ocean. Also perfect for celebrations, large groups and conferences, the resort offers full conference facilities to cater for up to 250 delegates, with a flexible choice of banquet, cocktail and meeting facilities. The venue has hosted many beautiful wedding receptions, corporate events and retreats, product launches, training seminars and private dinners. Whether your conferences require a space to meet for half a day or hold a consecutive-day conference, Lady Bay Resort is an ideal venue. It has the flexibility of being able to adapt the conference area into one or two separate rooms. Smaller events may decide to use the “penthouse” apartments for a more private meeting space. Our events spaces are equipped with projectors, screen, whiteboards, flipcharts and a flexible seating plan. Corporate rates are offered to those hosting and attending functions at our venue.

Catherine Kelson from Destination Warrnambool

Above: Some of the strategic hashtags Destination Warrnambool uses to spread the word about our wonderful region.

The power of hasht #gs WE HAVE ALL HEARD JUST HOW POWERFUL SOCIAL MEDIA CAN BE FOR A BUSINESS – THE REACH YOU CAN GET AND THE CLIENT BASE YOU CAN BUILD. Above: the power of peer recommendations linked with our hashtags and network.

ut team that power with a few strategic hashtags and a developed social media community and you’ve got yourself marketing gold, according to Destination Warrnambool’s Catherine Kelson. “Destination Warrnambool (DW) gives your customers a platform to spread the word about why they love your business, using strategic hashtags as anchors that are shared on many different social media platforms and communities,” she explains. “While your customers are Instagramming their life, you become part of it and their routine. By encouraging them to use specific hashtags, the photo they post on Instagram or Facebook will be automatically picked up by our feeds and will feature on our Facebook pages, complete with your business name. “With our combined network reaching more than 50,000 people each week, you are bound to inspire new and old customers.” Destination Warrnambool is a

way of spreading the good news about your business – by signing up, you have access to special hashtags that help share your social media content and reach thousands more

people, not just your own audience. Catherine says the Destination Warrnambool network has a mobile

app, Instagram account and many different Facebook pages that all have fantastically engaged audiences that want to like and follow, as well as share their great local experiences. The theory behind using hashtags with Destination Warrnambool is about building online communities that love certain things, whether it’s shopping, eating out or seeing the sights of the southwest. The mathematics are simple – content + hashtags = huge followings and reach. “Destination Warrnambool creates town pride, and it’s a platform where we turn community members into brand ambassadors for their favourite place, shops, food and things to do.” The DW Facebook pages are constantly sharing user-generated content through the use of hashtags such as #love3280, #live3280, #eat3280 and #shop3280 to name a few. “Destination Warrnambool picks up this information from users and spreads the messages of

local businesses that are a part of the network. As it’s based on peer recommendations, businesses no longer have to tell their customers how good they are – the locals do it for them, which is fantastic.” The Destination Warrnambool mobile app – available free in the App Store and Google Play – has business listings with direct access to phone calling, email, web and Facebook links. It also includes a comprehensive events calendar and good news stories about what’s happening around Warrnambool and surrounding areas within an hour’s radius. Catherine holds Destination Warrnambool information sessions for business owners so they can learn how it works and what it can do for their business before they sign up. A yearly membership is $488. She is also working to establish Destination Port Fairy, Destination Hamilton and Destination Portland networks. For more information about Destination Warrnambool, visit the Facebook page or Social Cat network. southwest

PROFILE No job too big or too small for

Carter’s Tree Services WHETHER YOU HAVE A TREE STUMP THAT NEEDS REMOVING OR A LARGE CYPRESS HEDGE THAT NEEDS TRIMMING, CARTER’S TREE SERVICES HAVE ALL THE EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO DEAL WITH YOUR VEGETATION ISSUES. irector Tim Carter, who has owned the business for eight years, says Carter’s Tree Services can accommodate the smallest and biggest vegetation jobs. Tim established the business after working for the Department of Environment and Primary Industries and now employs 12 staff including qualified arborists. Tim says as well as all the usual tree and hedge trimming, tree and stump removal and general vegetation management services, Carter’s arborists can also diagnose diseases in trees and make recommendations on how to rectify them. “Our arborists have many years’

experience in the field and really know their stuff,” Tim says. We can help if you have a tree that is not doing well and needs some TLC. We’ll do our best to save the tree but of course, we will also let you know if that is not possible and it needs to be removed.” Carter’s has bases in Warrnambool and Edenhope in western Victoria, doing work anywhere in between as well as covering the entire southwest including the Great Ocean Road. Tim says the business works for a wide range of private and commercial customers, including local government and state

government authorities, large farm enterprises and the home gardener.

“Carter’s has grown significantly in

recent years, having started with just me and now employing 12,” he says.

“We’ve also added to our

equipment and fleet, which allows us to complete a much wider range of jobs. Our tractor-mounted flail-head mulcher on the front and saw blades on a reach arm allows us to trim cypress tree hedges up to 8m such as those on farms, and we also now have a mulching head attachment for the bob cat, which allows the mulching

of dense and difficult to remove vegetation across any terrain. Carter’s Tree Services provide free quotes, and employ a fully qualified friendly, local team. The business has a range of Elevated Work Platforms (EWP) to suit any needs up to 19m in height, and a tree climber for confined spaces. Small and large wood chippers with winches are used to clean up all debris. Contact Carter’s Tree Services on 0407 036 407 or carterstreeservices@gmail.com

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT OUR SERVICES:

• Tree Surgery • Tree Removal • Stump Grinding • Roadside Clearing • Vegetation Management • Posi Track Skid Steer • Tower Hire Carter’s Tree Services is a locally owned and operated business located in Warrnambool. We are a well-established business that has been operating for over 8 years and are continually growing and expanding. Carter’s Tree Services provide a range of services including vegetation management on private property and government contracts as well as powerline clearing. We operate from 2 depots, Warrnambool and Edenhope, which allows us to provide our professional servies to a large part of western and south western Victoria.

Carter’s tree services has the following plant and equipment; • 9m, 17m & 19m elevated work platform • 12 & 15 Inch chipper with winch • 9 Inch chipper • 4, 6 & 8 Tonne tipper truck • Truck and dog • Tray truck • John Deere tractor with reach arm with saw blades and mulcher head • Bobcat with bucket and mulching head

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Businesses to take advantage of

Oddball premiere LOCAL BUSINESSES ARE BEING ENCOURAGED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PREMIERE THIS MONTH OF AUSTRALIAN MOVIE ODDBALL, WHICH WAS FILMED IN AND AROUND WARRNAMBOOL.

maximise the benefits of the movie he movie’s trailer had in relation to boosting tourism more than 7000 views on and the local economy. But the YouTube in half a day when increased focus on Warrnambool it was first released, with the Middle will also allow us to continue to raise Island Facebook page that shared awareness of the plight of the Middle the clip generating 400 shares and Island penguins and educate the 35,000 reach. community about continuing to help Warrnambool City Council monitor the island and support its Tourism Manager Peter Abbott says protection.” this social media traffic alone Peter says it will shows the high level of e be important that interest in the film, ar We t ou ab e at n local residents help which will no doubt passio lance the City Council translate into more getting the ba right between d protect the island tourism and an e islan protecting th by spreading the economic boost as urism d boosting to an th bo message that for the area. can we think they the om the island is still Oddball, starring fr t efi n be closed to the public. Shane Jacobson, film’s release. Supervised summer tells the story of Allen tours to Middle Island will “Swampy” Marsh and be available and can be booked at his Maremma dog Oddball, which Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. protects a colony of penguins on “The Middle Island Maremma Middle Island. Project Working Group continues “The Council is really urging local to oversee the project and the businesses to think ahead about how Council is working with them to they’re going to take advantage of maximise the island’s ongoing the expected influx of visitors after protection and mitigate the risks of the film’s release and now is the time the movie’s promotion. to do that,” Peter says. “In short, we are passionate about “Business will really be able to

getting the balance right between protecting the island and boosting tourism as we think they can both benefit from the film’s release. “It’s important that everyone is proud of the Middle Island project, the movie and our community to ensure we all communicate the message that the island is off limits. Flagstaff Hill will be the perfect place for visitors to get all the information they need about the project in a low-

impact way.” Peter says Flagstaff Hill has already got in the Oddball spirit by commissioning specially made Maremma dog and penguin stuffed toys, which is just one example of how local business can take advantage of the movie’s premiere. For more information about the penguin project visit www.warrnamboolpenguins.com.au.

COMPETITION TIME! WIN one of two double movie tickets to the premier of Oddball on the 13th August. To enter, simply like the SouthwestBIZ Facebook page then snap your favourite picturesque photo of Warrnambool and post it on the BIZ page. The winner will be contacted via Facebook message and their photo shared on the Flagstaff Hill and SouthwestBiz Facebook pages. Entries close on 12th August.

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Warrnambool WARRNAMBOOL RACECOURSE COMPLEX grafton Road, warrnambool victoria FRIDAY18TH & SATURDAY 19TH .10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY 20TH .10 AM - 4.30 PM

THE

Warrnambool Leisure Roadshow comes to town!

Roadshow

Outdoor

Fishing Show

Helicopter Rides

Animal Farm

Kids Zone

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This show is truly unique and one of its kind and will take place at the Warrnambool Racing Complex in Grafton Road, Warrnambool, on Friday 18th (10am-5pm), Saturday 19th (10am-5pm) and Sunday 20th September (10am-4.30pm). The Warrnambool Racecourse is situated on the eastern outskirts of Warrnambool in a picturesque valley providing the very best in modern facilities. The perfectly manicured gardens and lawned areas will surely create that “home away on holidays” atmosphere that will complete the exhibits and presentations amongst the dappled shaded trees and hedges, making it seem like “camping out at its best”. And all in the one spot!

The show will boast the very highest in quality and showcase the very latest models for 2015, and you can look, compare and buy at the show! There will be an amazing variety of brand new, state-of-the-art caravans, campers, trailers, motor homes, boats, 4WDs, kayaks, motorcycles, dirt bikes, boating and 4 x 4 accessories, camping tents and

accessories. There will be in excess of 200 display models, which should absolutely delight both the curious and the potential buyer looking for that perfect model to suit their needs. The show will be a one-stop-shop offering all the very best in variety and price. Due the high volumes of visitors expected from Warrnambool and surrounding areas that will come to the racecourse over the expo weekend, there will be huge discounts, bargains, specials and expo deals, at show-only prices. All exhibitors will be keen to offer the very best of discounts to compete for your business, so watch out for these deals. At this show you will find a host of the top brands including Jayco Caravans, Warrnambool RV’s, New Age Caravans, Trounce Caravans, Kokoda Caravans, Safari Campers, Melbourne and European RVs, Bellarine Caravans, Concept Caravans, Trak Trailers, Mars Campers, and Skamper Campers, Victorian Campers, Baulch motors Nissan & Jeep, Callaghan Motors Holden, Whitley Boats, ARB, Ironman 4x4, Battery World, Ozpig, Telstra, Aussie Broadband, Home of 12 volts – to name a few.

CARAVAN, CAMPERS RVS, CARS, BOATS 4WDS, FISHING

THIS YEAR THE WARRNAMBOOL LEISURE ROADSHOW PROMISES TO BE BIGGER BETTER AND BRIGHTER BRINGING SUNSHINE AND EXCITEMENT WITH A HUGE ARRAY OF ACTIVITIES TO SUIT THE NEEDS OF THE WHOLE FAMILY.

FOR THE FISHING AND BOATING ENTHUSIASTS This is your opportunity to come along and see the unique Australian Travelling Fishing Show SUPER TANK featuring the latest fishing and casting techniques demonstrated from the back of the Yamaha Boat. You’ll see live barramundi fish caught while swimming casually in their very own mind-blowing 30 tonne, Perspex fish tank – this is truly not to be missed. To top it off, this year we have a huge range of fishing gear top brands, including rods, reels, lures and a great range of fishing accessories. For the boating enthusiasts, we have a great display of brand new boats, top-name water ski brands, wake boards, and life jackets and accessories. There will be great gifts for teens, and if you’d like to know about entertainment for the kids, we have got that covered too. And it’s all free! There will be plenty of fun and activities to keep the children happy and surely delighted. We have a fully supervised Paint Pot display and art centre for the kids that love to paint and we have a baby animal farm with

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cute and cuddly creatures. There will also be a full-sized inflatable jumping castle and giant slide for the more active and adventurous children. Guaranteed to put a smile on their faces.

CATERING We’ve taken care of that too – there will be quality food vendors including country gourmet food and freshly roasted coffee to cater for the gastronomical needs of our guests. As an added bonus this year, the Warrnambool racing club has made several hectares of parking space available (free of charge) for all visitors over the weekend period. This parking area is designed adjacent to the show and all its activities. As you can see we have gone to great lengths to bring to Warrnambool the top brands, makes and models for 2015, and we are very keen to go that extra yard to satisfy the needs of the exhibitors and patrons alike. We perceive that this will be a major annual event and we at “Expoz” look forward to hosting what promises to be an exciting, fulfilling and wonderful experience all weekend. SEE YOU THERE!

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NEW

SPRING/ SUMMER RANGE

A R R IV I N G D A I L Y

Spring

season style tips With Vanessa Stormer // Decked out on Bank

AT DECKED OUT ON BANK, WE BELIEVE THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN A SATISFIED CUSTOMER LEAVING THE STORE FEELING EXCITED ABOUT THEIR NEW PURCHASE. IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RETAIL EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE.

This spring season you’ll find a collection of key fashion essentials in store. Here are some of my tips for the season!

Ù A mix of bold colours and floral teamed with washed denim. Ù Black and white and monochrome prints are also strong. Ù Lots of spring knits, cotton voiles, easy wear jersey items and there is always a splash of linen closer to summer to arrive in store.

Ù New arrivals that have started to come in include Ping Pong, Threadz and Gordon Smith.

Ù There are always plenty of great bags, wallets, scarves and necklaces, with an ever changing choice. B-Sirius, Journie and Cenzoni are amongst the most popular bags, and Adorne, Carlo Fellini and Fabienne in the jewellery.

Ù Also keep a watch out for the new season’s arrivals including Goondwindi Cotton, Berlin, Corfu, Duchamp, Marco Polo, Gordon Smith, Ping Pong, Jump, Vigerolla and Motto.

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11-13 SEPTEMBER 2015 A weekend of book-related events in Port Fairy, south west Victoria

Adventure traveller and film-maker

Tim Cope to speak at

Ex Libris

ADVENTURE TRAVELLER TIM COPE WILL SPEAK AT THE OPENING OF EX LIBRIS PORT FAIRY FESTIVAL OF WORDS IN SEPTEMBER.

Tim’s most renowned journey was a three-andEx Libris Coordinator Margaret Sinnott says a-half-year odyssey by horse on the trail of Genghis the festival committee is thrilled that Tim is venturing to Port Fairy on September 11 for the Khan from Mongolia to Hungary. What began as Festival’s opening event. a personal quest to discover the history, culture “We believe it will be a sell-out event so people and spirit of the nomads of the Eurasian steppe should book early,” Marg says. became a rite of passage for a young man growing “Tim has great stories to tell and has great stage into adulthood that was filled with unthinkable presence. For those people who like to hear an challenges ranging from family tragedy to minus interesting tale, those who like to travel and those 40 degree temperatures on the so-called who love exotic locations and expeditions, “Starving Steppe”. they will thoroughly enjoy Tim’s talk Tim’s talk and 45 minute and film.” film will be the highlight of the Tim – who hails from Drouin Opening Event for Ex Libris 2015, WE BELIEVE South in Gippsland – has spent which has the theme “On The A E IT WILL B T N E V E his life following his childhood Edge”. The Ex Libris program SELL-OUT D L U O SH E L passion for adventure and also includes author talks, SO PEOP . BOOK EARLY exploration, including training workshops, exhibitions, the as a wilderness guide in Finland, traditional second-hand book sale riding a bicycle 10,000 km across and the Beryl Franklin Short Story Russia and Mongolia, and rowing a Competition. wooden boat 5000km through Siberia to the The Ex Libris opening event with Tim Arctic Ocean. Cope will be held on Friday 11 September from Tim has combined his experiences with a 6.30pm at the Reardon Theatre, Bank Street, fascination for traditional cultures and history, Port Fairy. Cost: $20 per person (includes drink and a love for writing, photography and film. and nibbles). His work includes his book Off the Rails and two documentaries for the ABC and National Like the Ex Libris Facebook page, visit the website Geographic. He also has directed, filmed and cofor the full program exlibris.port-fairy.com, and produced an internationally award winning four-hour visit trybooking.com/146320 to book tickets to documentary series for French and German TV, and Ex Libris events. a six-part series for the ABC that aired in 2010.

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arrnambool’s True Value Solar Commercial Manager Steven Brocklehurst says solar is the way to go for business, which has the ability to utilise most if not all of the solar energy a system generates. “Businesses are in the great position of being able to use the majority of the power they generate because, as opposed to a house where people are mostly out during the day, a business uses the power as it’s being generated – during daylight hours,” Steven says. There are many different solar power systems to choose from and True Solar Energy will do a full energy audit focusing on power consumption before providing a report with recommendations on what would suit your premises best. “We tailor our recommendations to a customer’s budget and needs, and break down the report into how much you will save on your energy costs,” Steven says. “Whether you want to save 20% or the full 100%, we can tailor a system to suit.”

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Steven says the proportion of his business made up of business customers has grown dramatically in recent years with decreasing solar prices and feed-in tariffs. He says it’s well worth business owners investigating a solar system because of the huge savings that can be made. “The best way to make the most of your solar power system is to use as much power as you can before feeding it back into the grid. This is where businesses have the advantage – they’re in the premises during the day when the power is being generated. “As an example, the return on investment for the 12 Rocks Beach Bar Café in Port Campbell, where we’ve recently installed a system, has been fantastic. The system has produced more than 4400 kw hours from March to June and the café used all that power, saving them $1120.” Commercial systems are generally priced start from $5000 with True Value Solar offering good commercial finance deals including rent to own. True Value Solar also provides solar hot water systems for dairy farms, and LED lights. ä

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HOTEL WARRNAMBOOL Support the Karma Keg at the

KARMA KEGS team in mid-July.

Hotel Warrnambool Owner

Stephen Phillpot says this will be the

first Karma Keg the hotel has put on, but he plans to do more for other charities.

“I wanted to support a community

organisation and after seeing a Karma Keg done at another venue, thought this would be a great way to do that. No-one has done it before in Warrnambool, so I hope the community get behind it,” Stephen says. The Hotel will have the Karma Keg of Carlton Draught on tap from 5pm on Friday August 21, with patrons paying as much or as little as they like. But beware the karma if you take the latter option – legend has it that a man who paid very little for his pot was greeted by a parking ticket when he left the pub. The Warrnambool Hospice was first incorporated in 2010 and since then has been working to establish its funding base and appoint its first care team. The team is a group

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of dedicated volunteers made up of people including nurses, former nurses, aged care workers and others who are now fully trained in palliative care and are ready to start work. Hospice Director Tamara Vistarini says she is really grateful to the Hotel for donating their first Karma Keg to the hospice. “I have been totally overwhelmed by the generosity of the community so far – it has been amazing how much support we’ve received,” Tamara says. “We are a not-for-profit organisation supported 100% by the community – we receive no government funding – and our service is free to those who live in the Warrnambool district.”

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aying whatever you like for a beer at your local pub sounds a bit odd but under the Karma Kegs principle, there’s a very good reason for it. Karma Kegs, as the name suggests, is all about doing a good deed for charities in need. And this month, you can help the newly established Warrnambool and District Community Hospice – which provides free palliative care – by drinking at the Hotel Warrnambool on Friday August 21. All the funds raised from selling Karma Keg pots on August 21 will go to the Warrnambool and District Community Hospice, which provides compassionate care in the home for people who are dying and which just launched their first care

Warrnambool Hotel – Friday August 21 from 5pm.

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Live music,

lunch and wine at Pierrepoint Wines Cellar Door this October

With a picturesque setting, live music and amazing local wine and food, lunch in the vineyard at Pierrepoint Cellar Door on Sunday October 25 is sure to be a wonderful experience. Pierrepoint’s Jennifer Lacey says musician George John will play at the winery again in October, after successful performances over the years. “George usually plays at Pierrepoint twice a year, in April and October on both days over a weekend, but this year he is able to commit to Sunday only. George plays songs from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s and is always a huge hit with our guests who have enjoyed his performances whilst relaxing at our cellar door,” she says. “We are really looking forward to welcoming him back to Pierrepoint; he has a wonderful talent of not only entertaining but of also engaging the

crowd with his endearing & jovial personality. His performance will be matched with lunch, which will be prepared by a local chef, and wines from most of the Henty region will be available to enjoy during the afternoon.” Pierrepoint Wines, established by Andrew and Jennifer Lacey in 1998, specialises in producing Pinot Noir, Alexandra Chardonnay and Nick’s Pick Pinot Gris wines. The Estate is located in Tarrington, 10km south east of Hamilton, in the Henty Wine Region and also provides bed and breakfast accommodation. Lunch at the Pierrepoint Wines’ cellar door with George John will be held on Sunday October 25 from 12 noon. Bookings essential, please phone 5572 5553. Pierrepoint Wines is located at 271 Pierrepoint Road, Tarrington. Visit www.pierrepointwines.com.au or find them on Facebook.

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Mexican influences delight the palate in

San Diego

now showing at the WAG

With Ian Robb

Recently on a trip to Alaska I had occasion to return to Australia by way of a city in the south of California, San Diego. This city had its historical roots in the Spanish empire but was annexed by the USA in the 19th century. The city has a Mexican feel to it and is vibrant in its tempo – something always seems to be happening in this colorful and interesting place. It has an eclectic food mix from around the world focused in the centre of town, but the Mexican influence has changed many common European dishes so that you find a taste sensation that is quite unexpected. The use of classic recipes with the addition of unusual ingredients is interesting when correctly balanced. For instance, the local common estuary prawn is called the spot prawn. We would normally have this grilled with aioli or mayonnaise but try spot prawns with chilli oil, guanciale (smoked pork neck), garlic and borage flowers and the flavour has a new perspective. Manila clams with chorizo sauce, charred rapini, ciabatta and saffron aioli take on a delicious flavour and

highlight the subtlety of the sweet seasalt dry flavour of the clams. Perhaps you might like a crispy corn cake with spring vegetables, adobe sauce or charred ramps or grouper with celery root chowder, tutti frutti peas, asparagus, clams and marble potatoes. These dishes are by courtesy of the Grant Grill on 5th Street which was built by the son of Ulysses S Grant of Civil War fame. The US Grant Hotel is a hotel built in the art deco style and faithfully restored to its original glory. San Diego has some of the last remaining architectural styles of the 18, 19 and 20th centuries. The streets have hardly been touched. San Diego is so worth a visit. Take the ‘Surf Rider’ from Los Angeles station, which itself is an Art Deco gem, along the fabled Californian coast. The track is literally on the beach front. You can see dolphins, beaches, boats and surfers. It’s only three hours. It is also the home of the USA’s Pacific Fleet and if you want an illustration of American wealth, take a look at their war ships, they do tours.

Visitors to the Warrnambool Art Gallery (WAG) can experience southwest Victoria through a different lens, with Kathryn Ryan’s A Quiet Place running through to November. This is the third exhibition surveying the work of artists who take the western district of Victoria as their inspiration, with Ron Quick’s The Spaces Between held in 2013 and Glenn Morgan’s Shock Treatment in 2014. “Growing up in in the western district has had a lasting effect on my work,” Kathryn says. “I’m really looking forward to presenting drawings and paintings at WAG that show my love for this place.” Around 35 works have been assembled from collections across the nation to celebrate and showcase Ryan’s oeuvre for this special project. WAG Curator Murray Bowes said that settling on a final selection to exhibit was difficult considering the volume and quality of Kathryn’s work. “From the more than 400 works produced by Kathryn, we have worked hard to gather those pieces

we felt best show her skill as a painter but also celebrate the landscape peculiar to this area,” Murray says. “Kathryn has a way of capturing the beautiful and soft light of the western district skies and the way it plays on the pines that dot the landscape.” Kathryn has recently returned to Warrnambool after a number of years living in Dubai. She said that the impact of the move from the western district to the Arabian Desert and back has informed her more recent work. “From windswept cypress and hedges punctuating the vast farming areas, to the fall of light at the end of the day, the landscape emerging through fog, to more recent explorations of shadow and light from my time based in the UAE and my return back to the south west of Victoria, I’ve never stopped painting,” she says. “I’m really excited about the opportunity to work with WAG on this exhibition.” A Quiet Place will run until November 22. Entry is free.

Contemporary paintings, prints and sculpture Winter hours: Friday to Sunday 1pm to 4.30pm Mondays by appointment. Address: 38 Kelp Street, Warrnambool P: 03 5561 4758 | E: mail@scopegalleries.com www.scopegalleries.com

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In the Sun Oil on canvas, 91x91cm Sara Paxton

Woman on Blue Towel Painted resin and marble dust, 25x25cm Don Stewart

Indelible 2 Oil on canvas, 91x91cm Sara Paxton

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WITH A BLEND OF MODERN AND HERITAGE ARCHITECTURE, THIS LOVELY HOME IN JAMES STREET, PORT FAIRY, IS PERFECT FOR THOSE WANTING A HISTORIC LOOK WITH NEW APPLIANCES, FEATURES AND ALL THE MOD-CONS.

BEST ‘NEW HOME’ VALUE IN TOWN! 41 Baden Powell Drive, Port Fairy - $475,000 This magnificent new home is another top quality ‘Taylor’ built classic with all the quality fittings and contemporary decor we expect to find in these stunning properties.

integrated double garage. All fittings and appliances are top quality, as are the carpets and blinds. The landscaping has been done and the home is ready to move in and enjoy.

Located on a corner allotment in a quiet family friendly estate this delightful home consists of 3 bedrooms (master with WIRs and en-suite), an open plan kitchen/ dining and family area plus an

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Gorgeous Port Fairy property mixes the old with the new 39B James Street, Port Fairy - $710,000 Recently built, 39B James Street (on the corner of Bank Street) is in the centre of town and just one block from the main shopping strip in Sackville Street. With the town’s cafes, restaurants and boutique shops a stone’s throw away, and the historic wharf area and beaches within walking distance, the property is in a fantastic central location. The property features three bedrooms – the master with ensuite and walk-in-robes – a large family bathroom and a formal sitting room with open fire. The spacious open-plan kitchen, meals and living area boasts jarrah

bench tops, pressed tin splash backs, a breakfast bench and pantry with the adjoining meals area leaving plenty of room for entertaining and dining. The house features a garage with automatic roller door, separate laundry, brilliant family bathroom, and striking decor throughout, and boasts many special features including solar hot water, laminated windows for heating and cooling retention, and a music system with speakers throughout the living areas. Listed at $710,000, this has to be one of the most appealing homes in down-town Port Fairy!

For more information or to arrange an inspection, contact Sales Manager Paula Dwyer at Lockett Real Estate, phone 0438 681 201 or email paula@lockettrealestate.com.au.

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Fiona’s sustainable house

WITH RISING ENERGY COSTS AND INCREASING ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE, SUSTAINABILITY WHEN BUILDING A NEW HOME SHOULD BE TOP OF EVERYONE’S MINDS, ACCORDING TO SOUTHWEST ARCHITECT FIONA GOLDING FROM LIVE ARCHITECTURE. Fiona says that new home builders have a fantastic opportunity to incorporate sustainable and energy efficient features into their building’s design, which is what she did recently with a new Merrivale home she designed. The home – which will be open for inspection during Sustainable House Day on Sunday 13 September – has a 6.3 star energy rating but not only that, it makes the most of the small block size it is situated on.

“On this small urban block I designed a bespoke home with multiple outdoor living zones to extend the interior spaces,” Fiona explains. “Windows were placed in alignment across the home to allow for extended views beyond and increase the spaciousness of an otherwise modest footprint. Adaptable spaces, ample storage and simple living are the keys to this abode.” Fiona says the sustainable features of the home include highrating insulation batts and foil-faced blanket in the roof, and high-rating insulation batts and reflective bubble wrap in the external and internal walls to conserve energy. “The living areas are oriented north, and the use of south and west oriented windows was kept to

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a minimum,” she says. “We also used aluminium-improved double-glazed windows, and incorporated passive crossflow ventilation with openings on two different sides of each room. There are ceiling fans in the bedrooms, living and dining areas, and hydronic heating panels throughout. And last but not least, the home also has a ‘green switch’ for switching off all stand-by power.” Aside from the energy conservation features, the home also harvests its own water and stores it in an on-site tank. The use of natural materials has also lent a sustainable look to the home with plywood, recycled bricks,

red ironbark timber and exposed concrete slabs also helping increase thermal mass for energy conservation. Fiona, who established Live Architecture in 2011, says she loves working in sustainable building design for the creativity it affords. “In recent decades, our homes have become isolated, repetitive and unhealthy artificial boxes, which as a result have both a negative impact on both us and our environment,” she says. “Sustainable design is the complete opposite of all that – creating interactive, site-responsive and healthy indoor / outdoor spaces

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Fiona Golding Architect

www.livearchitecture.com.au 21 Banyan Street, Warrnambool P 5561 4334 30 southwest

1. The kitchen joinery and ceiling lining in Plywood soften the space 2. Crisp clean white surfaces in the bathroom are contrasted by a warm grey of the tiles and lightly honed concrete floor 3. The Living space opens up to a northern deck. 3.

that are actually more comfortable to live in! Sustainable design to me is a holistic way of thinking that takes so much more into consideration than just the building. “As an architect this is what I love – designing homes in response to their immediate environments.” Fiona has more than 15 years’ experience in architecture and is currently studying a Masters in Sustainable Practice. She will be at Sustainable House Day to share her expertise, answer queries and chat about easy ways how every home can become a little more sustainable.

Sustainable House Day in Warrnambool is being organised by the Warrnambool Environment Action Group (WEAG) and will see several sustainable homes open to the public, with the home owners and professionals available to chat about their features and how they have worked. For more information about Sustainable House Day on September 13, join the WEAG Facebook group or phone WEAG’s Heidi Wisniewski on 5561 3904.

FIONA’S TOP FIVE BUSINESS TIPS: 1. Connect with your client / customer. 2. Have a high attention to detail. 3. Be innovative in everything you do. 4. Ensure your industry knowledge is up to scratch. 5. Have fun!

64 OCEAN DRIVE, PORT FAIRY: EXPRESSIONS CLOSING 21ST OF AUGUST

Luxury Beachside Living Facing directly onto the wild Southern Ocean, this amazing property was built by the awardwinning team of Dean Picken and Michael Hearn. Stockdale and Leggo is inviting inspection of this magnificent property. The property’s main entrance includes red iron bark timber flooring, with two of the three bedrooms boasting ocean views. Downstairs contains a bathroom, separate powder room, spacious laundry, study, theatre room with projector and a second kitchen opening onto a paved courtyard area, which features a spa/swim pool and glass water feature. The staircase takes you upstairs where the kitchen is the true heart of this family home. The light-filled dining/kitchen area features stone bench tops and a red glass splash

back. Sliding doors allow you to make use of the second timber balcony overlooking the pool area, perfectly set up for summer barbecues. The main living area boasts ocean views with surround sound, gas log fire and remote-controlled blinds. The upstairs master bedroom includes ensuite, walk-in robe and separate balcony. There is a dual garage with storage space, direct internal access and ample parking area for recreational boat/wheels. This property is for sale by expressions of interest closing 21st August 2015. Buyer enquiry range $1.9mill plus. Prior offers will be considered. Internet ID 197367

Phone: (03) 5568 2099 to arrange an inspection.

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))))) Top tips

for an inexpensive

kitchen make over Part II THIS MONTH WE CONTINUE WITH ADVICE ON IMPROVING THE FUNCTIONALITY AND APPEARANCE OF YOUR KITCHEN.

BEFORE

With Clinton Krause // Architect

early all kitchens less than 30 years old will be made using a system of cupboard cabinets known in the industry as ‘Carcasses’. These are usually banks of individually made boxes made by the joiner and brought onto site and screwed together to form continuous lengths of cabinetry. These cabinets can be easily refurbished with new doors and drawer fronts without any major impact on adjoining surfaces in the kitchen. It is also relatively easy to reconfigure a Carcasse converting – for example, a pair of doors into a bank of drawers so that the function of an older kitchen can be dramatically improved. Just unclip door panels or unscrew the door fronts and take them along to the joiners for use as a template for the sizing of new fronts. Make sure that you use a numbering

system – using pencil on the backs of the panels to ensure that the right panel is returned to the correct location in the kitchen. All cabinet makers will have a showroom with an extensive range of laminates, vinyl wrap or solid timber panel options and will be able to advise of the relative costs between the various products. When ready, the new panel fronts will clip straight back into the kitchen carcasses and the hinges allow for multiple minor adjustments allowing even the DIY novice to achieve a professional result. A number of companies now offer resurfacing of existing benchtops with a range of products including real and reconstituted stone. In most cases the new product is less than 10mm thick and can be installed to retain existing splashbacks, sinks and appliances. Professionally installed, the material can extend over bench

edges and around corners, resulting in a seamless, durable surface that is visually indistinguishable from solid stone benchtops.

Upgrading sinks, taps and even the oven and cooktop is also usually straightforward and can give an old kitchen a new lease of life. Most of these items are standard sizes and are interchangeable with more modern fittings. Remember that all electrical and plumbing work must be carried out by a qualified contractor. Don’t forget the finishing touches such as door handles and other décor items. Replacing handles is easy and can make an immediate impact. Make sure you check the spacing of the screw holes so that you can replace like with like – but again these are fairly standardised and you

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will find a range of matching options to select from. Consider improving the lighting around the kitchen. Most older kitchens have appalling lighting – usually from overhead downlights that create shadows over work surfaces. Advances in technology mean that LED strip lighting can be very easily installed along the underside of overhead cupboards providing long expanses of good lighting directly onto benchtops where it is most needed. Dated pendants and feature lighting can also be easily replaced with more interesting and visually appealing fittings. And last but not least – remove clutter. Install waste bins inside cupboards, tea towels out of sight and banish the fridge magnets! NEXT MONTH – WHAT THE BUILDING INDUSTRY DOESN’T WANT YOU KNOW!

THINGS ABOUT

Michael Hearn has a few strings to his bow – an agent’s representative with Stockdale & Leggo, which he opened 15 years ago, he is also the owner and director of MM Hearn Constructions. Michael’s knowledge is drawn from his experience in all facets of the property market and his passion and attention to detail has built his businesses’ success. 1. If you could live forever, would you want to? Yes – because every day is a new day with more enjoyment to be had! 2. What was your best family holiday growing up?

5 BROPHY STREET, PORT FAIRY

Contemporary Home with Ocean Views Superbly located one street back from Ocean Drive is this near new 4 Bedroom property with stunning ocean views. The upper level comprises a well-appointed kitchen with quality appliances, ample cupboard storage and breakfast bar overlooking open plan living/ dining zones. From here you step onto the upper deck which overlooks the Southern Ocean and has a large entertaining area with BBQ. A powder room and a master bedroom with ensuite and WIR is also located on this level. The lower level comprises of the entry hall, three bedrooms, main bathroom, separate toilet

and a second living zone with adjoining decks. Other features include; rain water tanks, reverse cycle heating, ducted vacuum and cooling on both levels and low maintenance easy-care yard. For those wanting a family home, this property provides superior modern family living with its exceptional attention to detail and quality built extras. However, there is the perfect opportunity for the investor as the property is currently operating as a holiday rental to be sold fully furnished. Internet ID 290001

Phone: (03) 5568 2099 to arrange an inspection.

Stockdale & Leggo Port Fairy Shop 2, 54 Sackville Street, Port Fairy, VIC, 3284 Phone: (03) 5568 2099 Fax: (03) 5568 3156 Email: portfairy@stockdaleleggo.com.au www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/portfairy

We only had one and it was a train to Coolangatta with my six siblings. The only things I remember were having a punch-up with my brother and the first day in Queensland, when I got really sunburnt! 3. What’s the most satisfying part of your job?

When we got back we would sell our goods for pocket money. It’s what all Port Fairy kids did - if you didn’t fish you caught rabbits. 6. What’s the one thing you’ve always wanted to do but never have? I would love to take my family to Ireland for a holiday. 7. What’s the most memorable class/course you’ve ever taken? Doing my apprenticeship. I loved learning the building trade and loved developing my skills.

8. What is your favourite haunt Happy customers, and watching my apprentices come out as young in Port Fairy? men and qualified tradesmen. Griffiths Island – I’ve spent a lot of 4. What object could you simply time there over the years. not live without? 9. What’s the skill you’re most There is no object I’m materially attached to. 5. Tell us something about Port Fairy that we don’t know! There was a hut on the island near the light house. When I was a child I learnt a lot about fishing from Ray Belamey. I was always near or in the water. When we were kids a friend and myself built a make shift hut on the island out behind the light house where we could spend a whole day fishing or diving for Crays.

proud of? My drumming. I was lucky enough to learn an instrument as a child. I was able to play in bands when I was younger and now enjoy playing on my drum kit today for recreation. 10. Tell us your favourite knockknock joke. My children don’t think my jokes are very funny so I stopped telling knock knock jokes!

HOW I SPEND MY SATURDAY

Buying or selling your property?

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WHAT TYPE

of investment

IS BETTER FOR YOU? I SAW AN ARTICLE RECENTLY WRITTEN BY THE BARE FOOT INVESTOR (I THINK) IN WHICH HE STATED THAT BLUE CHIP SHARES WOULD HAVE TO BE THE BEST INVESTMENT OUT OF REAL ESTATE, SHARES, AND CASH. HOWEVER, I DON’T AGREE!

WITH GARRY LOCKETT // FROM LOCKETT AND CO., PORT FAIRY

Those who favour shares usually state you should buy shares for the long haul. In fact, they often say “put them in a drawer and don’t touch them for years”! Well, that is an exciting investment I must say. If you were of that mind set you could buy many things and lock them away (such as a new car, or a painting) and you would generally make a good profit when you sold them many years later. Just imagine a new 1960s Holden with just 100 kilometres on the clock in brandnew condition, and how much that would be worth. Then consider that you would be 55 years older and you would have had no enjoyment (or use) out of it in all those years. It sounds rather silly but this is usually the advice given by investment advisers regarding what you should do with shares! In this one life given to us it is essential to enjoy it, have fun, and take a few risks as well as create equity. You show me a person who purchased a heap of shares when 34 southwest

he was young and has never sold or traded any of them – and I will show you a reasonably wealthy but very boring person (the sort of person who makes a loaf of bread last a week). So two old guys meet St Peter after their demise and St Peter says to the wealthy one: “What did you do in your life that was notable?” St Peter responds: “Well Sir, when I was young I bought a heap of CBA shares at $5 and now I am worth millions.” And then St Peter says to the other bloke: “What did you do that was notable?” The reply: “Well Sir, I got married, had four kids, started a business that went broke, then I took the family to live in Queensland for a few years, then I started up another business and it was doing OK until you summonsed me here.” “Right,” says St Peter. “You can come inside but you (pointing to the wealthy person) can sit down on this chair and wait for another lifetime, because that’s all you have done with your life!” Get the point? There is more in

life than just accumulating wealth. I and life game by using all that cash to am often asked when I will retire and buy all the then-cheap property (and my answer is always the same (apart shares) and they could have then lived from the occasional “bugger off”) – life to the fullest. Nuh, they kept the “And do what?!?” The reply to that is cash in CASH ... which of course is usually: “Do something you really worth less now than it was like and want to do ...” Well then. In fact, it is worth guess what, I am doing less EVERY year! just that right now, For me, there YOU CAN’T and a person who IN Y IL M is nothing better FA RAISE A enjoys their job S, E R A SH F O than buying a A HEAP never has to work OR PAINT THEM R crap property O (with apologies to TY HOLD A PAR and completely Bart Simpson). IN THEM. renovating it, You can’t raise and living in it, and a family in a heap of

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CANNOT SEE HOW SHARES WOULD BE A BETTER BUY THAN PROPERTY IN THE LONG RUN. A COMMON ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPERTY AS AN INVESTMENT IS THE COST OF BUYING AND THE COST OF SELLING COMPARED TO THE MINISCULE COST OF BUYING AND SELLING SHARES. SURE, THE COST IS MUCH GREATER WHEN YOU DEAL IN REAL ESTATE AND AS A RESULT YOU HANG ONTO IT A LOT LONGER BUT THE GAINS ARE GENERALLY A LOT BIGGER TOO.

shares, or paint them or hold a party in them or even keep warm AND if you bought the right type of property it would be worth more than enough to make your existence on the planet worthwhile, and is more than sufficient to please St Peter. Those who have invested all (or most) in cash have had their day in the sun when the Global Financial Crisis hit, and didn’t they crow about it. Around the water cooler in the office and in restaurants you could hear them crowing that they don’t care a rat’s bottom about the GFC because they had a heap of cash. If those same half brain-dead people had a modicum of intelligence that’s when they could have won the money

making a tax-free heap of loot. Unfortunately, the present generation usually build a two story mini-mansion with everything including a bloody home theatre (that ends up as a storage room) and spending the rest of their life paying it off – if they don’t fall off the perch first (from boredom).

There is no “real life” proper

answer as to which is the best investment between real estate and shares (cash doesn’t even count) because there is only one investment wherein you can have your cake AND eat it – and that is real estate.

Real men (and women) invest in real

estate ... and the others invest in shares. Tread your own road.

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Portland delivers a healthy baby bonus Portland District Health has delivered a healthy baby bonus in 2014-15 with the number of births more than doubling the previous financial year. There were 64 births at PDH for the year compared to 29 the previous financial year. The big increase follows the return of 24-7 anaesthetist coverage and the recruitment of gynaecologist obstetrician Dr David Morris who joined Drs Ghazala Irshad and Fariha Irshad and experienced midwives in the expanded PDH maternity team. First-time mothers are now able to have their babies in Portland, although some more complex cases, such as twins, are still referred to Warrnambool. PDH Director of Nursing Ros Alexander said local families were appreciating the expanded service and the ability to have babies close to home. “We are able to safely deliver significantly more babies in Portland because we have theatre access, consultant obstetrician and anaesthetists,” she said. “Parents have been very happy with the level of care and support at PDH.” PDH now has a full complement of the specialist anaesthetists for the first time in several years.

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Impressive arts program ahead for Glenelg Shire residents The Melbourne Ballet Company, Noni Hazelhurst and a piano trio – Glenelg Shire residents will again have a plethora of amazing artistic events to choose from after the release of the July to December local arts program. The program, which features internationally renowned Circa on the cover, includes details of 14 performances, a wide variety of community arts activities and 12 exhibitions being presented around the Shire in the next six months. Glenelg Shire also welcomes back Little Wing Puppets, the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra, the seductive music of Zulya and the Children of the Underground and acoustic guitarist Nick Charles and friends. Several of the performances will be held in Casterton including a very popular morning show with Back to Broadway, exquisite shadow puppetry in The Owl’s Apprentice and the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra Virtuosi. Each month, a new exhibition will be featured at the Portland Arts Centre showcasing the works of local and other artists using a wide variety of topics and media, commencing with the amazing talent of Kenneth Jack in July and followed by the Courage to Care touring exhibition. The July to December 2015 program is available from Council Customer Services Centres in Casterton, Heywood and Portland, the Portland Arts Centre and other Council facilities. Full program details are also available on Council’s website in the events calendar and in the Arts and Culture section. To receive a copy of the program in the post or for bookings or further information call 5522 2263.

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In other Portland District Health news Portland District Health has retained its reputation as one of Australia’s cleanest hospitals with a spotless 100 per cent cleaning audit for the second year in a row. The perfect result means more than just looking good. The perfect cleanliness record is having a positive impact on patients with the hospital continuing to achieve infection-free status. PDH’s cleanliness has consistently rated in the high 90s in the annual external cleaning but to receive a perfect score in successive years is remarkable. PDH Director of Corporate Services Ros Jones said the result was outstanding and a credit to the hard-working Environmental Services Team. “To achieve the highest possible score two years in a row is amazing,” Ms Jones said. “It creates a great environment to work in and an extremely clean environment for patients. It has a flow-on effect making the hospital less susceptible to superbugs and infections, which is terrific news for the community. “PDH has an excellent record of providing a safe and healthy place for patients and having such a clean hospital enables us to keep up that good work.” Environmental Services Team Leader Barb James said the result was due to the dedicated and passionate work of the team of about 20 workers. “The auditor told us it was spotless…she couldn’t find a bit of dust,” Ms James said. “It’s most unusual to get 100 per cent, let alone two years in a row.” “We couldn’t have achieved this result without the dedicated and passionate efforts of every staff member. Everyone in our team takes pride in the area they clean.”

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WITH THE GREAT SOUTH COAST SMALL BUSINESS FESTIVAL ON IN AUGUST, THERE’S PLENTY ON! WE’VE PICKED OUT SOME OF THE WORKSHOPS, SESSIONS AND PRESENTATIONS ON OFFER BUT CHECK OUT THE FULL PROGRAM AT BUSINESS.WARRNAMBOOL.VIC.GOV.AU.

AUGUST MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, ALL DAY O2 MEDIA PRESENTS BIZFEST A day packed with guest speakers and skills workshops, BizFest brings the best to the southwest. Tickets – $170. Book via Eventbrite.com.au. Where: Lighthouse Theatre, Timor Street, Warrnambool Contact: 5568 3095 FRIDAY 14TH AUGUST, 12 NOON-1.30PM WOMEN IN BUSINESS – NETWORK AND BE INSPIRED Be inspired by business owner Danielle Stearman's experiences developing her company LuxBaby. Cost – $25.00 Where: Café Lazat, Bentinck Street, Portland Contact: admin@committeeforportland.com.au or 5523 8444.

TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST, 6PM-8PM CREATIVE PORTLAND – NEW BUSINESS SUCCESS The Committee for Portland host a meet and greet for new business owners. Where: Blue Room, Richmond Henty Hotel, Bentinck Street, Portland Contact: admin@committeeforportland.com.au or 5523 8444. THURSDAY 20TH AUGUST, 6PM-9PM MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS TO LOCAL CUSTOMERS This workshop presented by Ailsa Page of AP Marketing Works will offer tips and tools for businesses to stay relevant to local and regional customers. FREE. Where: Drill Hall, Vic Hotel, Bank Street, Port Fairy Contact: Moyne Shire Council 0408 668 938 vaskewthornton@moyne.vic.gov.au, TUESDAY 25TH AUGUST, 6PM-8.30PM AMPLIFY YOUR SUCCESS – DINNER WITH NAOMI SIMSON As a ‘Shark’ on Network TEN’s Shark Tank and Founding Director of RedBalloon, Naomi Simson is living proof that passion, purpose and persistence for an idea can launch a global business. Cost – $60. Where: Carmichael Room, 50-58 Cramer Street, Warrnambool Contact: festival@business.vic.gov.au or 13 22 15. WEDNESDAY 26TH AUGUST, 6PM-8.30PM CORANGAMITE’S 90-DAY MARKETING CHALLENGE! Take away all the resources you need to get started and meet the marketing challenge in your small business. Cost - $20 Where: Killara Centre, 210 Manifold Street, Camperdown Contact: Corangamite Shire, 5593 7100 or sara.napier@corangamite.vic.gov.au. THURSDAY 27TH AUGUST, 4.30PM-6PM TURN LINKEDIN INTO GOLD! Come along and discover what’s not to love about this database of 5 million online resumes. FREE.

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Where: Deakin University, F Building, Room F3:05 Princes Highway, Warrnambool Contact: Lauraine McDonald at Media Momentum, laurainemcd@smbboost.com or 0466 403 395.

SEPTEMBER WEDNESDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER, 6PM-7PM CLUB WEDNESDAY NETWORKING EVENT Catch up and network with your fellow business operators and employees and see what’s happening. All are welcome, the more the merrier! Where: Commonwealth Bank Business Centre, Koroit Street, Warrnambool Contact: ecodev@warrnambool.vic.gov.au WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER, 6PM-9.30PM STARTING YOUR BUSINESS WORKSHOP For more information about this workshop and to book your place, please contact Warrnambool City Council’s Economic Development Unit on email ecodev@warrnambool.vic.gov.au Where: South West TAFE, Timor Street, Warrnambool FRIDAY 11TH TO SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER EX LIBRIS FESTIVAL OF WORDS VARIOUS LOCATIONS, PORT FAIRY Authors, publishers, exhibitions, lunches, secondhand book sale and workshops will take place over this wonderful literary weekend. Contact: exlibris.port-fairy.com THURSDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER, 6PM-9PM CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARDS Warrnambool City Council’s Economic Development Team runs the Customer Service Awards from February to September each year with South West TAFE as the major sponsor in 2015. Where: South West TAFE, Timor Street, Warrnambool Contact: ecodev@warrnambool.vic.gov.au

OCTOBER FRIDAY 9-SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER PORT FAIRY SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL Presenting classical and contemporary ensemble music in fresh and collaborative programming. The Festival combines the talents of highly regarded established artists with the very best of Australia’s new and emerging young performers and composers. Where: Various locations, Port Fairy Contact: portfairyspringfest.com.au

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Hospitality training returns to South West TAFE Hospitality training is returning to South West TAFE with a new course to have people job-ready by the end of the year. Hospitality courses were curtailed after budget cuts at the start of 2014 but are being revived due to industry demand and in response to high local youth unemployment. The Certificate III in Hospitality started again in early August. South West TAFE Director of Tourism and Hospitality Marcia McCarthy said the new course would provide practical experience and deliver highly skilled hospitality staff to an industry crying out for help. Marcia says employers are looking for people with training and knowledge. “This course is very strongly geared to practical skills that will result in students getting work, including front of house, coffee making, responsible serving of alcohol, customer service, and preparing simple dishes. It’s a great career if you love working with people.” Marcia says skilled staff shortages are evident across the industry and the course would support the local tourism and hospitality industries and help address high youth unemployment. The Certificate III had been separated to deliver a course that will have job-ready hospitality workers by the end of the year. The course will be delivered three days per week along with industry-based placement. South West TAFE is also reducing fees to make the course viable and a good investment for students.

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Work starts on Mt Leura Reserve Geotrails

New mobile towers for Southern Grampians Shire

Work started in early July on a new walking trail at Mount Leura which aims to further promote the recreational and educational values of the reserve. Corangamite Shire Manager Environment and Emergency Lyall Bond says a Geotrail that utilises part of an old road would showcase the geological features of the area for users. The Mt Leura and Mt Sugarloaf Management Committee has been working with Corangamite Shire and Federation University to plan the new walking trail, and the project was outlined as a key objective in the Mount Leura and Mount Sugarloaf Management Plan 2013-2018. Lyall says the Camperdown area is highly significant from a Geological point of view with natural features like Mt Leura, Mt Elephant, Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Purrumbete making up the Lakes and Craters Precinct of the Kanawinka Geopark.

Nareen, Mirranatwa, Culla, Victoria Valley, Pigeon Ponds and Muntham will soon receive new mobile towers after benefiting from the significant investment by the Federal Government, Telstra and the State Government as part of the Mobile Black Spot Program. Telstra will build 429 new mobile towers nationally, including across southwest Victoria, extending mobile coverage into over 400 communities nationally who currently have little or no coverage in or around their towns. Southern Grampians Mayor Cr Peter Dark says the announcement is fantastic for the area after many years presenting evidence for greater coverage. Extensive community consultation undertaken by the Council found mobile voice and broadband coverage is vitally important to the community and there are significant mobile coverage gaps which need to be eliminated. A lack of access to reliable, high-speed broadband and mobile telecommunications places the region at a significant economic and social disadvantage.

Camperdown Cruise accommodation wanted Camperdown will again host the Camperdown Cruise Rockabilly Festival from Thursday 22 October to Sunday 25 October 2015 and event organisers need help with accommodation. Corangamite Shire Council Economic Development Officer Sara Napier is asking local residents who have a spare room or a house available to consider making it available for Camperdown Cruise visitors. “Homestay accommodation is often preferred by visitors as it provides an authentic local experience and the opportunity to get to know our residents. Importantly households also have an opportunity to make money from billeting host guests,” Sara says. The festival is Camperdown’s largest event and a premium rockabilly event in Australia with widespread local support from the business community and Corangamite Shire Council. The event continues to grow in size each year, and it is expected that it will once again attract thousands of visitors to Camperdown and surrounding towns, including people from interstate and overseas. People wishing to register their available rooms or properties for rent over the festival weekend in October should do so online via the Camperdown Cruise website at www.camperdowncruise.com. au or by contacting Council’s Community Relations team on 5593 7100.

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Be inspired at South West TAFE

Inspirational courses to turn your passion into a career

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members can help you work out how to take your passion and turn it into a career. It’s all about making fulfilling choices and providing students with a better lifestyle because they’re doing something they enjoy.” South West TAFE has four Education Pathways Officers who spend one-on-one time with students to ensure they find the right course. Jo says the officers give career advice to school leavers, people who want a career change, those who have been injured at work and can no longer work in their field, and people who have “no idea what pathway they want to take”. “We sit down with them to work out a way forward, asking them what they are interested in and passionate about, and what they might like to do for a job,” she says. “Once we have this information, we then lead them to the courses that might suit, giving them written information, teacher contacts and information about the pathways they lead to, so they can make an informed choice on the course they enrol in. “We can also help those who start a course and find it’s not quite right for them. We really do want our students to find the right training for

them so they can work in a job that one day a week to full time; practical makes them happy and feel fulfilled.” skills so graduates are job ready; and, South West TAFE’s Education pathways to university study, perfect Pathways Officers will be for those wanting to take a available to speak gap year. to prospective South West TAFE N W O D T SI students at all Open Days will E W ORK W TO M E TH three of the see the three WITH ARD, RW FO Y A W A Open Days. campuses OUT WHAT THEY South West open from ASKING THEM ED IN AND ARE INTEREST TAFE offers the morning ABOUT, AND PASSIONATE more than 200 through to LIKE THEY MIGHT T A H W courses that the evening JOB. TO DO FOR A produce graduates with sessions with job-ready skills for the general obtained in real-life public to attend and learning environments with find out about courses, speak passionate teachers. to teachers and find out about fees South West TAFE provides and charges. You can inspect the flexible study modes that include campus and training facilities, and a on campus, off campus, on site and barbecue lunch with entertainment online learning; courses ranging from will be provided.

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Would you love to create a career out of your passion, do you want to be inspired at work every day, and do you want to love your job? If you want to “find a job you love so you’ll never work a day in your life”, South West TAFE will take you there. With a theme of “be inspired”, South West TAFE’s Open Days during September will demonstrate to potential students that they can make a truly rewarding career from their passions and inspirations so that they live to work, rather than work to live. South West TAFE Education Pathways Officer Jo Healey says the Open Days are the perfect opportunity for prospective students to get a clear vision of where they can go with their passion, whether it’s creating graphic design masterpieces, working with people in the health field, or creating amazing make-up and hairstyles. “We spend so much of our lives working, it’s very important to make sure we not only enjoy our work, but we’re also inspired by it,” Jo says. “South West TAFE’s Open Days are the perfect place to come if you want a job you love. Our staff

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PORTLAND CAMPUS – Tuesday 8th September WARRNAMBOOL CAMPUS – Wednesday 9th September HAMILTON CAMPUS – Thursday 10th September

So, come along to a South West TAFE Open Day and be inspired! More information at swtafe.vic.edu.au.

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A JOB that lets me travel the world. A JOB that means I can make a difference. A JOB that allows me to be creative. A JOB that lets me work outdoors. A JOB that lets me work on the land. A JOB that allows me to express myself. A JOB that challenges me. A JOB that challenges my thinking. A JOB that helps me build confidence. A JOB that allows me to work with people. A JOB that means I can be a leader. A JOB that allows me to achieve my goals. A JOB that makes me happy.

What inspires a South West TAFE student? SouthwestBIZ asked two current and one former South West TAFE student what inspired them to study at TAFE, and why they love it so much.

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MICK LILLEY

MEGAN MURPHY

MASSAGE STUDENT

FITNESS STUDENT

COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY STUDENT

What inspires you?

I really like the idea of working with people on their physical and emotional well being, which I believe are really important things to nurture.

I really enjoy helping people achieve their goals by giving them a healthy approach to living and helping them sustain a healthy lifestyle. I like to enjoy what I do for a living, and motivating people is fantastic. I also like to keep myself fit and I find that motivates others to do the same.

I love the hands-on practical work involved in computing and IT, and the technology behind it.

Why did you get into massage? I’ve always liked the idea of bodies and movement – it fascinated me – and working in this area was something I have wanted to do for a long time. I had a small window of opportunity with taking up the TAFE course, and everything in my personal life fell into place, so enrolling in the massage course worked very well for me. What have you enjoyed most about studying at South West TAFE? We have studied so many different modules, it has been wonderful learning about the different aspects of massage and other modalities such as reflexology, cupping, lymphatic drainage, physiotherapy and acupuncture to name a few. I think next year I would like to hone in on one or two areas and refine my skills. The other thing that has been wonderful with my TAFE course is the amount of support I’ve received. The teachers and local professionals who come in to talk to us have been wonderful, and they don’t just teach you the massage component. The course has also taught me how to run a business as well so it’s been very practical.

Why did you get into this field? I was at a crossroad with my previous career and wasn’t very happy with what I was doing. I wanted to do something that made me come alive, and personal training and keeping fit was something I was always interested in and enjoyed. What have you enjoyed most about studying at South West TAFE? The hands-on learning was awesome - we learnt a lot more that way than just doing an online course. All the extra input from the teachers was brilliant, and they were really supportive and really experienced which helped me out a lot. I really enjoyed it.

Why did you get into this field? I always enjoyed working with computers and IT when I was in high school so I chose to do the course at South West TAFE so I could get then go on to the university degree later on. When I start working as a computer systems engineer, I’ll be working on networking and server-based projects, as well as working with all the computing hardware. What have you enjoyed most about studying at South West TAFE? I really loved the hands-on practical nature of the course – we actually get to work on what we’re learning about and it’s much more practical than other IT courses that I have done. We’ve also had local professionals come in and talk to us about the practicalities of working in the industry. One of those was from Warrnambool Cheese and Butter, so we got a great sense of what it’s like working in a large company on their IT systems.

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PORTLAND SEPT 8 WARRNAMBOOL SEPT 9 HAMILTON SEPT 10 If you would like to find out more text ‘OPEN DAY’ to 0477 937 326