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ISSUE THIRTY FOUR | DECEMBER | JANUARY 2013

Competition14 Win a 7-night tallship cruise

preview16 News, views & events

Feature22 Li Cunxin – a passion for dance

iConiC LabeLs26 Accor’s key to luxury

Looking good28 Fab fashion with Joanna Lumley

30 Make an entrance

35 Covet

36 Wish list – His & Hers

see & be seen38 Photographs from the region’s most fashionable events

Cove Cuisine45 Top Table – fine dining from the Hinterland to Burleigh

48 Plate up this delicious lamb dish from Verve

50 Village fare

52 Chef’s choice

wine CeLLar54 Champagne tastes

56 Cocktail hour

weLL traveLLed58 The Traveller – George Calombaris

60 Mauritius – an island paradise

64 Stay in San Francisco

66 Walking on air at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk

70 Asian market

72 Travel bucket list for 2013

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at the wheeL74 Call 911 – test drive a Porsche

76 McLaren’s form & function

on the water78 Boat Show’s silver anniversary

Cove Living80 Wish list – Home

84 The Winter Collection – Take two

86 Just landed at Sanctuary Cove

88 Quay businesses

sport90 Steve Elkington swings by

92 Good sports

entertainment94 Talent on tap

96 View it, see it, read it, watch it

98 Celebrate the Australian summer

brainFood100 Festive fun

horosCopes102 Summer stars

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editor Rhonda Oxnam [email protected]

art director Sandra Teissl

designer Saida Anderson

business manager Yvonne Marsden

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photographers Mark Burgin, Limetree Events, Rhydian Lewis

fashion contributor Henrietta Dups

beauty contributor Linette Gramstad

food & wine contributor Tony Harper

motoring contributor Chris Nixon

editorial contributors David Hardman, Susan Lang-Lemckert, Madeline Marshall, Bryan Matthews, Paul Prendergast, Patsy Rowe, Avi Vince

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edi tor ’s le t te r

cel·e·brate [sel-uh-breyt] verb – to observe (a day) or commemorate

(an event) with ceremonies or festivities.

As this special December/January edition of the Cove spans two

months of festivities, including Christmas, New Year and Australia Day,

it seems appropriate that we have called it our ‘Celebration’ edition.

Inside you will discover a selection of stories – from gorgeous party

dresses and prestige cars, to stunning hotels and delicious recipes –

that are sure to awaken your festive spirit.

We also have a comprehensive calendar of iconic events, such as

Carols by Candlelight, the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the Magic

Millions Carnival, to help you celebrate the Australian summer.

One person who will definitely have cause to celebrate will be the

winner of our new competition. Run in conjunction with Sea Cloud

Cruises, Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show and Cove Travel, we

are offering one lucky reader the chance to win a luxury 7-night tallship

cruise (plus airfares) for two people. The total prize package is valued

at over $20,000 so be sure to see page 14 for details on how to enter.

Still on the subject of cruising, did you know river cruising is now

one of the most popular ways to travel? You can read more about

this relaxing form of transport in our ‘Well Travelled’ section where

you will also find stories on Mauritius, Asia, San Francisco and the

scenic Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk. The team from Cove Travel

has also put together a travel bucket list for 2013 that is sure to pique

your interest.

From places to people … Ab Fab’s Joanna Lumley stops by with

some timely fashion advice, MasterChef’s George Calombaris shares

his top travel tips and Sheldon Perry takes us behind the scenes at

TAP DOGS, the Australian dance phenomenon that is now playing at

Jupiters Theatre.

Speaking of dancing, our feature in this edition focuses on Queensland

Ballet’s new Artistic Director, Li Cunxin, whose 2009 autobiography

inspired the hit movie Mao’s Last Dancer. This inspirational man came

from very humble beginnings to achieve world-wide success in his

chosen field.

Finally, on behalf of the entire Cove team, I would like to wish our

advertisers, readers and contributors all the very best for the festive

season. We really do appreciate your support and look forward to a

bigger and brighter 2013.

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Community carols Celebrate Christmas on the Village Green in The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove. Bring the family for a

night of Christmas carols, song and celebration. This free concert, commencing at 5pm, is brought to

you by Mulpha Sanctuary Cove (Developments) Pty Limited and supported by Gold Coast City Councillor

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The concert will start at 5pm, with access available from 4.30pm. The evening will conclude at 7pm with a

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Get Creative The 2012 edition of Gold Coast Creative

has just been released.

A joint initiative between Sanctuary Cove

Publishing, and Queensland College of Art

(QCA), Griffith University, Gold Coast campus,

the magazine celebrates the strong bonds

between the region’s cultural fraternity and

the wider community.

Showcasing an eclectic mix of editorial,

photography, typography and design, Gold

Coast Creative also features postgraduate

research projects undertaken by staff and

students, as well as work from the graduating

students of the QCA Gold Coast campus,

including graphic design student, Tegan McVey,

whose photography features on the cover of

this edition of the Cove.

Gold Coast Creative is on sale now.

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Diamond event Entries are now open for the 2013 Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic. Supporting

the Adam Scott Foundation in building a Youth Centre in Labrador, the fun-filled event

will be held on The Pines and The Palms golf courses from 17-19 March 2013. There

will be a range of fabulous prizes on offer, including a diamond-studded putter for the

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Sweet treats The festive season has never smelt sweeter. The delicious Philosophy

range includes Candy Cane Shower Gel and Bubble Bath, The Bake

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shampoo, shower gel and bubble baths.

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The Rat Pack Be entertained by Danny Fai and his Rat Pack as you celebrate

Christmas in style at Sanctuary Cove. Enjoy pre-dinner canapés,

including a glass of Mumm champagne on arrival, at

Raw Kitchen and Espresso, followed by a cocktail dinner with

Jacob’s Creek Wines, at Ioesco. Tickets $135 per person.

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International recognition Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa has been honoured with the

internationally recognised 2012 Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Award

for the second consecutive year. The resort received the prestigious

award for its pioneering work and commitment to wildlife conservation.

Presented at the Condé Nast Traveler Visionaries Awards Gala in

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from around the world for their leadership in social responsibility.

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Internationally renowned jewellery designer Stefano Canturi hosted an exclusive cocktail party to

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Renowned for his inspirational autobiography, Mao’s Last Dancer, Li Cunxin is relishing his latest role as Queensland Ballet’s Artistic Director.

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There are journeys, and there are odysseys.

And Li Cunxin’s – from rural Qingdao in China

to stages and cinemas throughout the world,

collecting accolades for ballet, stockbroking and

literature along the way – is surely up there with

Homer’s finest.

This extraordinary tale, told so poignantly in

Li’s award-winning autobiography Mao’s Last

Dancer and the acclaimed film of the same name,

is also alive with inspiring characters whose paths

crossed his at crucial points of his life, and whose

influence helped shape his future.

Firstly, there was Li’s teacher at his school in

Qingdao, who encouraged visiting officials from

Madame Mao’s Dance Academy in Beijing to

consider Li for ballet training.

“I tracked her down in China when the film was

being made,” he recalls, “and asked her why she

did that. “She said: ‘Li, whenever you were running

[for school sports] you had that really determined

expression on your face. You weren’t the fastest,

but you were the most determined.’ And I think she

related that determination to ballet ... although, like

the rest of us, she didn’t really know what ballet

was [then],” he says.

Then there was Teacher Xiaw, whose passion

for ballet inspired a similar fire in Li, which helped

him get through the rigorous 16-hour days and

punishing physical training required to develop the

grace that looks so effortless to ballet audiences.

“At first I found the training boring,” says Li, “but

Teacher Xiaw brought the very best out of us, and

I didn’t want to disappoint him, because he was

such a nice man.

“So I worked harder, and managed to achieve

smaller goals I hadn’t thought I was capable of,

and that gave me the confidence to achieve bigger

successes. Then one day I was looking back at

what I had done, and it really surprised me that I

could [now] do some of the technical stuff I’d seen

others doing and thought I’d never be able to do.

So I worked even harder.

“Then one day I was taken to see the National

Ballet of China perform on stage ... and that,

coupled with the feeling of physical achievement

you get from ballet, made the moment when I truly

loved it all,” he says.

Another key player in Li’s amazing story is

Ben Stevenson [OBE], the renowned British-

born dancer-turned artistic director who, while

visiting Beijing with the Houston Ballet, offered

Li a cultural scholarship to the USA. Here he

mentored the emerging dancer, who went on to

become a principal with the company. The bond

shared by these artistic luminaries has endured for

decades, with Li performing at the gala for Ben’s

retirement after 27 years with the Houston Ballet,

and now inviting Ben to work his magic as Guest

Choreographer for Queensland Ballet’s 2013

productions of Cinderella and Three Preludes.

During his time in the United States, Li chose to

defect from China to the West – a brave decision

which sparked a dramatic diplomatic storm that saw

him detained for 21 hours in the Consulate-General

of the People’s Republic of China in Houston.

“At all of the major junctures of my life, I could

have gone in a different direction,” says Li. “In each

case I could have taken an easier path, but I took

the hard road, because that choice was always

going to be the most rewarding.” >>

Mary McKendry and Li cunxin performing Esmerelda - The Australian ballet

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And the leading female role in the story has been

played by Mary McKendry, the Rockhampton-

born ballerina whose exceptional talents took her

to London at only 17, where she became principal

dancer with the English National Ballet by 23. It

was here that Mary and Li met and fell in love, later

marrying and relocating to Australia with their growing

young family.

Once ensconced in Australia, Li took another

hard road – venturing into the take-no-prisoners

realm of commercial stockbroking.

“Dancing was all I knew,” he explains, “but I

realised that financially, [as a ballet dancer] I was

never going to be able to support my children

and realise my childhood dream to help my family

in China.

“That fear of starvation always drives me. I have

a very strong will and work ethic, and believed there

was nothing I couldn’t do – which gave me the self-

confidence to break into a world outside of ballet,”

he says.

That transition saw Li putting in gruelling

working days where he combined his professional

ballet commitments with studying finance at the

Australian Securities Institute, before switching to

full-time stockbroking in 1999.

“Stockbroking allowed me to provide for my

children, buy an apartment for my parents in China,

help my brothers start their own businesses and

sponsor some of my nieces to study in Australia,”

says Li. “So I’ve really achieved what I set out

to achieve.

“And having done all of that, I feel this is the

right time for me to come back to ballet – to make

a different contribution in a different capacity,” he

says. “Because that passion for ballet never left me.”

When invited to become Queensland Ballet’s

Artistic Director, Li felt ‘Excitement, trepidation and

a huge sense of the unknown’.

“The potential with this company is enormous

– both with the dancers and the organisation as a

whole. The company was ready to go to the next

level, so I felt it was a wonderful time to be leading

the organisation,” he says.

“It’s an enormous responsibility in that the role

within Queensland Ballet involves so much more

than just the artistic aspects – for instance, there

are things like fund-raising to be organised – and

I’m very happy to take up the challenge by bringing

on board my business connections and experience

in that area.”

In addition to its impressive 2013 performance

program, Queensland Ballet has some exciting

accoutrements in store for ballet enthusiasts,

“To create beautiful physical

movements with beautiful music

is such a rare thing ... nothing

can really replace that feeling.”

– L i Cunxin

including Dance Dialogues – sessions where

audiences can join dancers within the intimate

setting of a rehearsal to gain more insight into their

lives and work.

“This will also give audiences access to creative

people other than me and the dancers – like

choreographers, lighting technicians, or the

musicians – which will make it much more lively

and dynamic,” Li explains.

“I remember how Teacher Xiaw was such a

role model and an inspiring figure in my life, and

through this [Artistic Director] role, I’d like to help

the Queensland Ballet dancers to realise their own

potential,” he says.

“To create beautiful physical movements with

beautiful music is such a rare thing ... nothing can

really replace that feeling.

“And to pursue your dreams is the most beautiful

thing in life. Life is too short to do things you really

don’t enjoy doing.”

Queensland ballet presents Cinderella dancers Hao bin and Rachael Walsh. Photo & Art direction Alexia Sinclair.

Queensland ballet Artistic director Li cunxin. Photo christian Aas.

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introduced to long-distance trains in America and

then the UK.

“From being a means of transport, train travel

became a luxury experience, with the ‘palaces on

wheels’ – as they were called – delivering elegant

sleeping compartments, fine dining, valets,

stewards and even hairdressers,” he says.

The Pullman company’s history and evolution

became entwined with that of America’s – even

its second President, appointed on the passing of

founder George Pullman, was Robert Todd Lincoln

– son of Abraham Lincoln, who’d served as the

16th President of the United States.

Always nursing a strong sense of social

responsibility, the Pullman company was at one time

the country’s largest employer of African Americans,

who enjoyed better pay and security through the

globally renowned profession of the Pullman porter,

with the bonus of travel opportunities.

This ethos is echoed in Australia today by

Accor, which initiated a comprehensive Indigenous

Employment Program last year, and has already

introduced more than 1,000 Indigenous Australians

to the hospitality industry.

Indigenous tourism is another key area of operation

for Accor, as evidenced by the recent addition of

the hotels in the ‘Ayers Rock Resort complex’ to the

company’s rapidly-expanding portfolio.

Accor’s unparalleled commitment to corporate

social responsibility extends into community and

environmental support programs, and dates back

to 1994, when the Group established its own

Environment Department. This dedicated section

of the company was charged with investigating

ways of contributing to the development of

local communities; reducing water and energy

consumption and limiting the environmental

footprint of its hotels; and also undertook an

exhaustive study to identify chief environmental

impacts and define priorities for future action.

This culminated in the launch of the

PLANET 21 initiative, which places sustainability at

the heart of the Accor Group’s worldwide business

strategy, encompassing its environmental, social

and community investment actions.

A direct reference to Agenda 21 – the

environmental action plan signed at the 1992

Rio Earth Summit – PLANET 21 comprises

21 sustainability goals for the year 2015,

including significant reductions in water and

energy consumption (15 per cent and 10 per

cent respectively) and 85 per cent use of eco-

labelled products throughout Accor’s worldwide

hotel network.

Only hotels meeting the sustainable development

performance criteria (which incorporate 65

actions) or attaining internationally-recognised

environmental certification from an accredited

external agency, will be permitted to use the

PLANET 21 messages.

“With the PLANET 21 program, we are putting

sustainable hospitality at the core of the Group’s

strategy, development and innovation,” says

Denis Hannequin, Accor’s Chairman and Chief

Executive Officer. “I am convinced that sustainable

development will lead us towards a new business

model. PLANET 21 will provide a fantastic driver

of competitiveness for our brands, attractiveness

for our customers and partners and loyalty for our

employees,” he says.

Another environmental initiative is Accor’s ‘Plant

for the Planet’ program, which has financed the

planting of more than two million trees throughout

the world since it began in 2008.

“At a time when the Group is embarking on

a phase of brisk expansion, with the aim of

becoming the global leader in the hotel industry,

we are reaffirming our commitment to responsible

growth capable of generating shared value for all,”

says Denis.

Which is great news for everyone – not least the

23 million plus guests Accor welcomes worldwide

every year, as the studies commissioned by the

Group revealed that 67 per cent of leisure guests

take sustainable development actions into account

when choosing a hotel.

So thanks to Accor’s long-term commitment to

sustainability, it’s not only easy to be green – it’s

possible to do so with the ultimate in style and

comfort. And anywhere in Australia – or indeed

the world – that you’d like to go.

With such an impressive and diverse range of

achievements to its credit so far, who knows what

wonderful innovations will emerge during Accor

Pacific’s next 21 years?

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This holiday season let your wardrobe do the talking with clash prints, acid brights, bejewelled necklines and exaggerated silhouettes.

words Henrietta Dups

Make an entrance

Lisa Ho Scanlan & Theodore

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This spring and summer fashion trends all share an underlining theme –

be loud and proud. With a cacophony of clashing prints, vivid acid brights,

jewel encrusted garments, bold chunky jewellery, cinched waists and

exaggerated peplums, one thing is clear, there is no room for ‘wallflowers’

this celebratory season.

1950s couture silhouettes dominated the Parisian Spring/Summer

2012 fashion shows with designers paying homage to Christian Dior’s

‘Newlook’ shapes of cinched waists and wide skirts, Dries Van Noten

showing sculptural shapes, Carven adopting extreme tulip skirts, while

Celine’s Pheobe Philo gave it an angular modern twist adding a basque

to just about everything including pants. Australian Design houses Ellery,

George Wu, Lisa Ho and Scanlan & Theodore have also channelled this

trend adding the peplum to structured tops, skirts and dresses.

The stand out piece from Ellery’s collection would have to be the silver

strapless column sheath gown with peplum detail. Available exclusively

at threadbare.co, this is the perfect gown for black tie Christmas events.

Brisbane designer George Wu’s collection featured a combination of

playful and dramatic, sweet and sexy, with theatrical blood red sheer silk

chiffon maxi skirts with peplum skirt overlays teamed with barely there

tops versus showgirl style peekaboo black lace frocks adorned with sugar

pink marabou feather peplums.

Black lace and peplums were also a focal point of the Scanlan &

Theodore collection, however, these silhouettes had a sophisticated New

Baroque feel to them with a touch of Flamenco.

New Baroque is an emerging trend that is forecast to be big moving

through to Autumn/Winter 2013.

Excessively opulent, with rich textures, sumptuous fabrics and heavy

gold brocade embellishments, New Baroque was featured in all its glory

on the Autumn/Winter 2013 runways of Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo and

Marni to name a few.

Be a trendsetter and embrace this emerging look which is perfect for

New Year’s Eve celebrations. Go ‘Rock Chic’ with Gryphon NY’s gold

sequin embellished mini dress (available at Samantha Ogilvie), paired with

tanned bare legs and Skin’s cut-out ankle boots from styletread.com –

a look that will have Kate Moss green with envy. >>

Tiffany & co. Enchant Earrings

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Australian designer Josh Goot has got the hat-trick with his Spring/Summer 2012

collection combining three main trends: New Baroque, exaggerated silhouettes and

clashing psychedelic floral prints. Cut a swathe through any crowded room by pairing

Josh Goot’s silk satin corset featuring robust roses and baroque style curliques and

a-line skirt with oversized orchids. The piece de resistance for this little number is

the overtly decadent gold clutch with champagne cork clasp by Sarah’s Bag which

is exclusive to threadbare.co.

Light up the room like a neon sign in a Megan Park sulphuric citrine silk dress

with a bejewelled neckline of sequins and diamantes. Or add extra voltage to your

gala event outfit with Lisa Ho’s glamourous acid strapless peplum detail gown which

will definitely get pulses racing. Co-ordinate with a pair of gorgeuos Enchanted

Chandelier platinum and diamond earrings by Tiffany & Co.

Chunky bold baubles are currently du jour, especially statement neckpieces and

cuffs by New York designer Amanda Assad Mounser. Her collection of statement-

driven, glam-rock inspired pieces are definitely not for the faint of heart.

A local designer that specialises in statement jewellery is Kip & Brand with their quirky

kangaroo leather neckpieces, cuffs and belts as seen on the catwalk at Mercedes-

Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane earlier this year. Give your LBD a new lease of life with

one of these bold pieces, teamed with a pair of head turning Charlotte Olympia heels

from Jean Brown and a neon envelope clutch for the Christmas office party.

For a less spiky and more feminine style of jewellery opt for Megan Park’s Crystal

Bower Bird Neckpiece on grosgrain ribbon. This piece is bold yet delicate and

very pretty.

Have fun with your fashion and remember that this holiday season, bolder and

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3. Spring/Summer 2013 Collection P.O.A.bally 1800 781 851 bally.com

4. Panthere de Cartier necklace P.O.A. cartier 1800 130 000 cartier.com

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6. Pink multi glitter platform sandal $139.95nine West +61 7 5532 1437 ninewest.com.au

7. Serpenti miniaudiere with light gold and white enamel decor $6,100 bulgari +61 7 3243 9316 bulgari.com

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see & be seen

Artist & Muse

Jan Herring, Wendy Nelson & Liz Lillywhite

WhErE: Gallery One, The Brickworks

WhEn: 13 October 2012

What: An artistic crowd attended the

opening of David Bromley’s Artist and Muse

exhibition. Proudly sponsored by Cove

magazine and Sheraton Mirage, the evening

also featured the launch of Yuge Yu’s new

fashion label, Yuge.

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na Allan

Edith Lazonde, Leica Theodore, Maree Swan & Andrea Holt

Simone bennett-Smith & Karen Spooner Angela dear & Liliana Gilbert

Liz Wills & Graeme Macdonald

david Withers with Lisa & Stephen White

Gisela Oliver & bernadette LackMonica & chris Lethbridge

nikki O’neill, Leanne Pearce & Sue Tobin

Yuge Yu & david bromley Lisa clarke & Suzanne Ross

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Celebrating at107 Ferry Rd Southport | www.brickworkscentre.com.au

Shop 16.1 107 Ferry Rd Southport Q +61 7 5528 0766 Shop 6/31 James St Fortitude Valley Q +61 7 3257 7166 Open 7 days | www.st-barts.com.au

107 Ferry Rd Southport Shop 16.2 +61 7 5528 0110 | Open 7 days

www.gallery-one.com.au

CRAIG RUDDY - AWARDS AND PRIZES

2011 Finalist - Archibald Prize AGNSW

2010 Winner - People’s Choice Award (Archibald Prize) AGNSW



2004 Winner - Archibald Prize AGNSW

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2004 Winner - People’s Choice Award (Archibald Prize) AGNSW

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Amanda newman, Hao bin, Meng ningning, Kirby Leadle, Yu Hui & Erin WrightTom Hogerheyde & Skerkirra Landsborough

Sheridan Ecclestor & Steven de-Waard Trudy McIntosh & Yvonne McGill

see & be seen

A classical celebration

WhErE: copy

WhEn: date

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copyWhErE: QPAC, Brisbane

WhEn: 1 november 2012

What: Guests gathered for the Opening night of Queensland Ballet’s A Classical Celebration. The performance included excerpts from much loved productions such as The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and La Sylphide and was accompanied by the magical sounds of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

Ruth & Sarah byras

Emily & Grace Hobson

Keian Langdon, Lisa Edwards and christian Tatchev Sophie barrington & Kiri Groeneveld

Marika Stuard & jade Hauser

Will Morgen & bart Hassam

clare Morehen with james & Lesleigh Stewart

Emma Krause & Philippa Robinson

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DESIGN STUDIO

For Theo Mousourakis, crafting fine jewellery is one part passion, one part love, wrapped up in a family tradition passed down from grandfather to father

to son.

Living his early years in Harare, Zimbabwe Theo learned his trade in a small studio under the ever watchful eye of his father. Attention to detail meant

everything, and that, coupled with a rich vein of creativity, are the foundations of success for Everjewels, a jewellery design studio located at the Brickworks

on Ferry Road.

Specialising in fine diamond and gemstone jewellery, Everjewels is the place to find that special one-off piece.

Walking in to the studio, the strong sense of design and craftsmanship is immediately apparent. A certificate on the wall marks Theo’s study of gemmology

with the Gemmological Institute of America.

Theo offers to clean my wedding rings for me while I browse and I can’t believe the difference it makes!

My eye catches a beautiful ring on his workshop bench. Theo explains that it is a re-design of a ring that holds sentimental value for his client, but

she never wore it because of the outdated setting. In redesigning the piece, he has been able to create something his client absolutely loves, while still

retaining that sentimental element.

Theo’s ability to listen to his clients requirements and turn their thoughts and ideas into individually designed pieces that are both unique and personal

has earned him a enviable reputation on the coast, as evidenced by Everjewels’ growing, loyal clientele.

So, if you’re looking for something different, something defining, you’re sure to find something exquisitely tempting at Everjewels. Theo stakes his reputation on it.

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Jan Herring, Wendy Nelson & Liz Lillywhite

WhErE: Sanctuary Cove

WhEn: 6 november 2012

What: Guests attending Melbourne Cup

functions at Sanctuary Cove enjoyed drinks

at the Champagne Bar, courtesy of Mulpha

Sanctuary Cove (Developments) Pty Limited,

before moving on to the various Marine

Village restaurants for a day of fun and

fine dining.

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Edith Lazonde, Leica Theodore, Maree Swan & Andrea Holt

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Lynn Maddison, Pimm Lawton & Samantha Murphy conrad connolly, brett Morgan-Evens & joe Stanley-Hunt

joan & neville Fallon

Lynne & john dahl with Robyn Gadsby

julie & Wayne Wode with claire Roberts

jennifer Fulcher, Sarah Siepen & Margaret Pfeiffer

Annabelle Squires, briony Payne & bridgette Squires

Cup at the Cove

Andrew Smith & April Writer

Subi & Sammy Singh

derek O’connell & Rhonda Oxnam

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Lunch + Dinner

Wednesday - Sunday

423 Ruffles Road • Willow Vale, Q

T +61 7 5546 7411

E [email protected]

W ruffleslodge.com.au

WinnER – Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering Awards For Excellence 2012

Peppers Ruffles Lodge & Spa is a hidden wonder. Perched high on a ridge, it is surrounded by natural bushland which gives way to a magnificent panorama of the Gold Coast. Executive Chef, Daniel Lazaroo, creates seasonal menus offering contemporary and innovative dining. Beautiful inside and out, Ruffles Restaurant adjoins the infinity pool and bar, offering relaxed dining, perfect for leisurely lunches, celebrations or intimate evenings.

A la Carte menu or Lunch & Dinner Special 3 courses $70 per person.

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peppers ruffles Lodge & restaurant

Lunch Tuesday - Sunday

Dinner Monday - Saturday

Shop 10/26 Tedder Avenue • Main Beach, Q

T +61 7 5528 0388

E [email protected]

W chillontedder.com.au

MOdERn AUSTRALIAn

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Chill on tedder

CELEBRATE nEW YEAR'S EVE @ CHiLL

As the Gold Coast heats up with the season's celebrations – the place to be on New Year’s Eve is Chill on Tedder. If there is one thing for certain – this restaurant knows how to throw a party. This year enjoy a 4 course choice set menu for $129 which includes a glass of champers on arrival. Set in a great atmosphere, Chill on Tedder will see the new year in with great food and live entertainment so book your tickets now.

CALL CHiLL On TEDDER TO BOOk +61 7 5528 0388

or email us [email protected]

Your guide to fine dining from the hinterland to burleigh heads

GOLd cOAST HInTERLAnd

Peppers Ruffles Lodge & Restaurant+61 7 5546 7411 ruffleslodge.com.au

MAIn bEAcH

Chill On Tedder+61 7 5528 0388

chillontedder.com.au

Palazzo Versace+61 7 5509 8000 palazzoversace.com.au

SURFERS PARAdISE

Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa+61 7 5592 9740 surfersparadisemarriott.com.au

Absynthe Restaurant & Bar+61 7 5504 6466 absynthe.com.au

Seaduction Restaurant & Bar +61 7 5635 5728 seaduction.com.au

bROAdbEAcH

Verve Restaurant Cafe & Bar +61 7 5526 7364 ververestaurant.com

bURLEIGH HEAdS

Oskars on Burleigh+61 7 5576 3722oskars.com.au

Gold Coast Hinterland Main Beach

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Dinner

Tuesday - Saturday

Q1 Building • Surfers Paradise, Q

T +61 7 5504 6466

E [email protected]

W absynthe.com.au

New organic a la carte menu available now!

Become addicted ... award-winning chef/owner Meyjitte Boughenout’s instinct for food is second to none. Absynthe offers both a a la carte menu and a degustation menu. Designed to savour multiple sumptuous dishes, the degustation menu is ‘A Journey into Taste’. Meyjitte says fresh local ingredients and the way they are handled are the essence of an exciting dish.

10 COuRSE DEGuSTATiOn MEnu

$185 pp or $225 with wine

CORPORATE FunCTiOnS 2 courses + glass of wine or beer $55 pp

OPEn FOR LunCH for groups over 20

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SURFERS PARAdISE

absynthe restaurant & bar

Surfers Paradise

Bookings and pre-payment essential

*Children under 12 years of age

158 Ferny Avenue • Surfers Paradise, Q

T +61 7 5592 9740

E [email protected]

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MOdERn AUSTRALIAn

SURFERS PARAdISE

surfers paradise marriott resort & spa

GRAnD CHRiSTMAS LunCHEOn

Grand Ballroom | 12 noon - 3pm

Join us at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa for a grand Christmas Day luncheon. Enjoy a spectacular seafood buffet complete with all the Christmas trimmings served with premium wines from Cape Mentelle, as well as Crown Lager, juices and soft drinks. There will also be games and prizes for the children and rumour has it that Santa will be dropping in with a gift for all of the children!*

This will be a day of fun the whole family will remember!

ADuLTS $195 | kiDS 6 - 12 $79, 13 - 17 $95

Tuesday - Saturday

Dinner

94 Seaword Drive • Main Beach, Q

T +61 7 5509 8000

E [email protected]

W palazzoversace.com.au

Vanitas Restaurant creates an extraordinary gastronomic encounter perfectly suited to Palazzo Versace, the place for sophisticated fine dining. Awarded two Chef's Hats by the AGFG, Vanitas’ Head Chef Martin Glutz offers a diverse menu featuring locally sourced seasonal produce. The epitome of elegance, a night at Vanitas provides a luxurious fine dining experience with meticulous attention to detail and impeccable service.

WEDnESDAYS in VAniTAS 4 Course

Dinner Menu $75 per person

MOdERn AUSTRALIAn

MAIn bEAcH // VAnITAS RESTAURAnT

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Main Beach

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SURFERS PARAdISE

seaduction restaurant + bar

Open 7 days

Breakfast, Lunch + Dinner

Level 2, Sea Temple at Soul

8 The Esplanade • Surfers Paradise, Q

T +61 7 5635 5728 E [email protected]

W seaduction.com.au

Open 7 days

Lunch + Dinner

Burleigh Beach House

43 Goodwin Terrace • Burleigh Heads, Q


W oskars.com.au

SEAFOOd // MOdERn AUSTRALIAn

bURLEIGH HEAdS

oskars on burleigh

Lunch + Dinner

Tuesday - Sunday

Cnr Sunshine Blvd & T E Peters Drive

Broadbeach Waters, Q


W ververestaurant.com

MOdERn AUSTRALIAn

bROAdbEAcH WATERS

verve restaurant Café & bar

Burleigh HeadsBroadbeach

Top table

Dine, Share and Reflect. Located at the luxurious Sea Temple Surfers Paradise, Soul, with unprecedented beachfront views. Recently named as one of Australia's Top 50 Hottest Restaurants and awarded one Chef's Hat in the prestigious Good Food and Wine Guide, Seaduction is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, a celebration or event. Complimentary parking. Bookings essential.

Lunch Tuesday - Thursday2 COuRSES

WiTH GLASS OF WinE

On ARRiVAL

$45 per person

With sensational views and first class service and cuisine, you can feel confident that your choice of venue will be applauded for your next lunch, dinner or Christmas party. You can select from an a la carte menu sure to please, or choose from a range of expertly designed set menus with fine wines to match. Be sure to book your table on the deck as they are limited.

EVERY SunDAY ALL DAY DininG 12 - LATE

& LiVE MuSiC BY ADRiAn STuCkEY

2.30pm - 5.30pm

Lunch, dinner, dessert, share dishes,

cocktails, wine & beer + ocean views

Recently awarded a coveted Chef’s Hat, Verve Restaurant Café & Bar serves modern Australian cuisine in welcoming and intimate surroundings. The restaurant also has a wide selection of Australian and international wines and has been awarded a 'Glass' rating in the in the recent Wine List awards by Gourmet

Traveller Wine for the second year in a row.

The service at Verve is professional yet warm and friendly. It is truly a hidden treasure.

LiVE MuSiC

SunDAY AFTERnOOnS

1PM - 4PM

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Method1. Clean lamb loin of any fat and sinew.2. Remove tail end (reserve for another dish).3. Roll tight in cling film to form a nice even

cylinder shape.4. Place in the fridge for two hours.

SLOW ROAST OnIOnSIngredients6 medium-sized white salad onionsRocksalt

Method1. Pre heat oven to 150ºC.2. Line a flat tray with the rock salt.3. Remove stalks from onions.4. Place directly on the rocksalt and bake for

two hours until tender. (The outer layers of the onion will be brown but the long slow cooking process on the rocksalt will retain the moisture and make the inner layers of the onions sweet with no colour.)

5. Remove and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Plate it up

Put a modern spin on a traditional favourite with this delicious lamb dish from Verve Restaurant Café & Bar.

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WHITE PORT bOUILLOn Ingredients50 grams sugar500 mls white port4 sliced escallots2 ltrs lamb stock200 mls veal glace (a reduction of veal stock)50 mls thickened cream

Method1. Make a light caramel of the sugar in a pan.2. Top with white port. 3. Reduce. 4. Add lamb stock and sliced eschallots.5. Reduce to 400 mls of liquid. 6. Add veal glace and bring to boil.7. Take off heat and finish off with the cream.

PETIT POIS A LA FRAncAISEIngredients1 cup of fresh podded garden peas4 rashes of finely diced bacon 3 sprigs of thyme 4 leaves of baby cos lettuce

Method1. Blanch and refresh peas.2. Fry off bacon with thyme.

TOULOUSE SAUSAGEIngredients2 whole sausages

Method1. Wrap each sausage in cling film.2. Poach at 70ºC for 40 minutes.3. Refresh and cool.

LAMb jUSIngredients1 onion1 celery stalk1 leek3 garlic cloves5 sprigs thyme1 tsp white peppercorns1 bay leaf2 kg lamb neck3 ltr white wine

Method1. Sweat onion, celery, leek, garlic, thyme,

peppercorns and bay leaf so there is no colour.2. Add white wine and reduce by half.3. Add lamb neck and top up with water.4. Bring to boil and simmer for 12 hours then

strain. (This will create white lamb stock.)

LAMb LOIn WITH SPRInG PEA PETIT POIS A LA FRAncAISE, TOLOUSE SAUSAGE And SAUcE bLAnQUETTE

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Located at broadbeach Waters, Verve Restaurant Café & Bar offers

Modern Australian cuisine in an intimate and inviting setting. The award-

winning restaurant received a prestigious ‘Chef’s Hat’ this year as well as

a ‘Glass’ rating with Gourmet Traveller for its wine list.

Being an intimate restaurant allows a chef to express their creativity

and Verve’s Head Chef Adrian Saliba is enjoying bringing his passion to

the plate.

Adrian began his career in Canberra, finishing his apprenticeship there

and gaining experience in a number of good local establishments. He then

headed overseas to broaden his knowledge, where he worked at the ‘Two

Rosette’ Nottinghill Brassiere.

Returning to Australia, Adrian was Head Chef at Benchmark in

Canberra, before moving to the Gold Coast where he spent two years

at Black Angus.

Adrian is very passionate about food and is excited to have the

opportunity to showcase his style at Verve. He has a small team of young

guns around him who have worked at the likes of Room81 and Videre and

bring a wealth of ideas and finesse to the kitchen.

VERVE RESTAURAnT cAFé & bAR

For reservations

+61 7 5526 7364 | ververestaurant.com

To assemble the dish

1. Peel the outer browned layers of onion off and discard, slice the onion thinly and put into a bowl, mix with olive oil, chives and spring onion and set aside.

2. Heat a heavy based pan till it is smokey hot, season lamb with salt and pepper and caramelise on all sides. Transfer to a tray with a wire rack and cook in oven for four minutes at 190ºC or till medium rare. Remove and rest for ten minutes.

3. Slice sausage and fry off in pan with olive oil. Once coloured add cos leaves and a knob of butter. Toss till wilted. Transfer to a tray lined with paper to drain. Season. Drop peas in boiling water for 30 seconds to warm. Drain and add to onions and bacon.

4. Arrange peas and onion mix down the centre of the plate. Slice lamb into four even slices and arrange on top of the peas. Scatter with sausage and wilted cos leaves – here we have garnished with orange segments and crispy garlic chips – then drizzle with sauce.

Serves 4

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Enjoy these fresh summer recipes courtesy of the restaurants and cafés at The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove.

Village fareIngredients80g plain flour80g unsalted butter½ lt milk1 clove1 bay leaf¼ chopped onion100g fresh goats cheese¼ cup grated parmesan cheese15g soft butter5 eggs (separated)Salt & pepperNutmeg250 mls cream

Method1. Line 6 ramekin moulds with soft butter.2. Melt unsalted butter, add flour and mix well over low heat.3. Infuse milk to 80ºC and add clove, bay leaf and onion.4. Strain milk off. Add to roux (flour and butter) and stir in well.5. When all milk is added, bring to boil then back to simmer for 25 minutes.6. Add goats and parmesan cheese, then mix very well.7. Cook a further 2-3 minutes, then add 5 egg yolks and season to taste.8. Whip the remaining egg whites, fold in gently.9. Check seasoning.10. Fill ramekins and bake in oven at 165ºC for 12 minutes.11. Take out and allow to rest for 10 minutes before removing from moulds.12. Turn out onto a dish, cover with cream and a piece of goats cheese.

This light, fresh salad is a recipe Cove Tavern’s head chef Mitch started making after travelling through Vietnam a couple of years ago.

Ingredients125ml lime juice75ml sweet chilli sauce50ml fish sauce100gm palm sugar½ bunch of mint¼ wombok (an Asian cabbage available from most grocery stores)1 punnet cherry tomatoes1 diced cucumber½ bunch of shallots24 prawns

Method1. Combine the lime juice, sweet chilli, fish sauce & palm sugar

with a stick blender2. Strain with a mesh strainer and set aside.3. Pick off the mint leaves and place them in a large bowl with

the finely shredded wombok, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes and finely chopped shallots.

4. Sauté the prawns until just cooked through and place them in the large bowl with the salad.

5. Add the dressing and serve.Vietnamese Prawn Salad

Twice cooked goats cheese souffle

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With a focus on fresh ingredients and delicate flavours, this dish is a favourite with diners at RAW Kitchen and Espresso.

IngredientsFOR THE TROUT1 side fresh skin on, pin boned, ocean trout • 500g caster sugar 500g cooking salt • 1 cup finely chopped dill • 1 tbsp brown mustard seeds • 2 finely chopped eschallots • 60mls vodka • 60mls gin

FOR THE bEETROOT6 medium beetroot (unpeeled, 2cm stalk intact) 600mls balsamic vinegar • Rind of 1 orange • 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup vegetable oil • 1 tbsp coriander seeds

FOR THE cUcUMbER PIcKLE1 telegraph cucumber • 1 cup white vinegar • ½ cup caster sugar 1 tbsp finely chopped dill • Pinch of salt

FOR THE RAdISH 1 medium daikon radish • Small bowl of ice water

FOR THE MUSTARd AIOLI250 mls aioli (Japanese mayo is a great substitute) 2 tbsp whole grain mustard • 2 tbsp finely chopped chervil 2 tbsp finely chopped dill • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar • pepper to taste

TO SERVE8 slices dark rye bread • Small bunch of watercressOlive oil • Sea salt • Cracked black pepper

Method:1. Remove belly fat from the trout. Combine mustard seeds, dill and

eschallots and press evenly over the flesh of the trout. Combine salt and sugar into a long dish, then place trout flesh side down into the mix. Pour over gin and vodka then cover and refridgerate for 48 hours.

2. Place beetroot into a medium saucepan and add other ingredients. Bring to boil then lower temperature and cook on a steady simmer till tender in the centre (when pierced with a knife they should fall off it easily). Remove beetroot from liquid, cool, then peel. Strain the cooking liquid through a fine cloth strainer then return beetroot to this to marinate further.

3. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the daikon radish, then continue peeling it into long ribbons into the ice water and allow to crisp for 15 minutes. Drain and refrigerate.

4. Combine white vinegar, caster sugar and salt for the cucumber pickle in a small saucepan over a low heat and stir till sugar dissolves. Cool completely and add dill. Peel the cucumber into ribbons (missing the seeds) and place into pickle. Allow at least 30 minutes for the cucumber to soften.

5. Mix all the aioli ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed.

To serve:1. Slice the trout as finely as possible allowing 100g per serve.2. Slice the beetroot into fine wedges.3. Toast the rye bread on both sides then cut diagonally and place

onto serving plate.4. Place an even amount of cucumber, trout, radish and beetroot on

each piece of bread.5. Randomly dollop with aioli and garnish with watercress, a drizzle of

olive oil and some sea salt.

An exotic mix of flavours are the secret behind this popular Seafood Paella which features on the menu at Café St Tropez.

Ingredients10 mussels10 scallops1 barramundi1 Moreton Bay bug6 large king prawns2 chorizo sausages (cooked and sliced)1 tbsp olive oil1 roasted red capsicum (chopped)½ red onion ½ bunch coriander1 cup vegetable or chicken stockLemon wedges to serve

FOR THE RIcE1 cup Arborio rice1 tbsp saffron1 tbsp tumeric

FOR nAPOLI SAUcE2 cloves of garlic (chopped)1 brown onion ½ kg tomatoes (halfed)1 cup tomato paste½ bunch basil

Method:

RIcE1. Boil rice in a separate pot, adding saffron and tumeric at the start.

nAPOLI SAUcE1. Preheat oven to 180ºC.2. Roughly chop brown onion.3. Add to a deep tray with tomatoes, garlic and tomato paste.4. Roast in oven for 30 minutes.5. When cooked, blend in a food processor with basil, then set aside.

PAELLA1. Sauté olive oil and chopped red onion in a large pan.2. Add seafood and cook over a medium heat.3. When seafood is sealed, add Napoli sauce and stock.4. Add saffron rice and remaining ingredients.5. Slowly cook out, seasoning to taste.

To serveGarnish with lemon wedges and serve in pan.

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Chef’s choice

The Ginger Flower & Food Festival is a true

celebration of Queensland’s sub-tropical

lifestyle, filled with loads of entertainment,

glorious food and amazing flowers!

Showcasing over 120 different varieties of

ginger, from delicate costas to bold beehive

gingers, the festival will also feature some of

the Sunshine Coast’s most popular chefs,

gardening celebrities, artists and entertainers.

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Sea shellsSeafood lovers will be in their element with this

tantalising collection of recipes.

Out of the Shell features over 100 simple

shellfish recipes and includes great advice on

how to buy, clean, prepare and store

your seafood.

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Hobart’s waterfront celebration, the Taste Festival,

gives locals and visitors a chance to experience

the fine produce Tasmania has to offer. Featuring

a wide variety of food, wine, cheese and fresh

produce, along with a host of entertainment, this

is a fabulous event for the whole family to enjoy.

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A taste of Tasmania

Keep it coolCelebrate the festive season ‘al fresco’

with this stylish Veuve Clicquot ‘Le Fridge’

Yellow Label. The innovative ‘fridge’ is

perfectly tailored for a bottle of Veuve

Clicquot Yellow Label, allowing you to

‘keep it cool’ for up to two hours.

RRP $99. Stockist: Dan Murphy’s.

Black teaTwinings has introduced Assam Bold, a

strong, smooth, deep amber coloured blend

from Assam in north east India. Renowned for

its robust and refreshing tones, Assam Bold is

perfect for ‘serious’ black tea drinkers and is

a fantastic alternative to coffee. Available from

Coles and Woolworths Australia wide.

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Christmas cookiesByron Bay Cookies’ new range features 14

beautifully packaged gifts in a variety of

deliciously different cookie flavours such as

White Choc Chunk & Macadamia Nut, Triple

Choc Fudge and Rocky Road. Available in

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At its zenith, during the 19th Century the

Rothschild family held the largest private fortune

of the modern world, amassing more than 40

palaces, funding wars, railways and colonies …

And acquiring vineyards.

In wine circles the Rothschild name is synonymous

with Bordeaux. There, two of the most hallowed

names – Chateau Lafite Rothschild and Chateau

Mouton Rothschild – bear the family moniker: Lafite

rests in the hands of Baron Eric de Rothschild and

his family; Mouton with Baroness Pauline.

In a realm in which only five chateaux amongst

the thousands can claim the title of ‘First Growth’,

two of the five are Lafite and Mouton.

Chateau Clarke, owned by Baron Benjamin de

Rothschild, may well be less known and celebrated

than the other two, but its wines are terrific and (a

rare bird in Bordeaux) incredibly good value.

These three branches of the Rothschild family

have recently begun a new venture as partners

in a new champagne house: Champagne Barons

de Rothschild.

It doesn’t take a genius to realise that they would

attack the project with class and detail. Both the

package and the wines are conservative, but

meticulously made and beautifully polished.

Starting from scratch in Champagne is no easy

task: finding vineyards is a tricky business and most

growers have their grapes contracted to the major

champagne houses. It helps, of course, if your surname

is Rothschild, and the team not only found growers

and vineyards, but they found them in prestigious Cote

des Blancs in the heart of the Champagne district.

words Tony Harper

The Rothschild family doesn’t need much of an introduction: its name is legendary.

Champagne tastes

Naturally the wines are aimed at the luxury end

of the champagne market: more expensive than the

major brands, but crafted sufficiently well to justify

the price. In a region in which many champagnes

are released with the minimum mandatory time

spent ageing on their yeast lees, the Barons de

Rothschild champagnes spend either three (for the

rosé) or four years, developing texture and subtle

aromas and flavours.

If the wines were good on their initial release two

years ago, they have improved dramatically with

the current set.

The Cote des Blancs is chardonnay country and

that is the grape that forms the heart of the Barons

de Rothschild champagnes.

Brut NV is fine, crisp and nicely dry. The original

release was correct but perhaps a little straight-

laced: this, however, is far more interesting with

some really appealing aromas of the meat and dairy

cabinet midst the florals and gentle brioche notes. It

is complex and textural, but still remarkably elegant.

The Blanc de Blancs is composed entirely of

chardonnay from the four Grand cru villages of

Mesnil, Oger, Avize and Cremant (these are among

the most prized village names in the vineyards of

Champagne), and it has that wonderful silkiness

that comes with top quality blanc de blancs. Again

elegance is the dominant feature of the wine, but

even more pronounced. Aromas and flavours of

citrus and yellow fruits are complexed by gentle

toasty notes and delicate creaminess. Given a

few years cellaring this should become even more

entrancing, gaining more toast and even some

mushroom character while keeping its wonderful

lightness and texture.

Finally there is a rosé. It draws its fruit from the

same vineyard sources as the blanc de blancs,

but is coloured with a splash of still red wine from

Verzenay. It smells like rose petals swimming in

cream! Perhaps it’s the power of suggestion,

but the fruit characters seem more driven by red

berries with some subtle meaty characters. Even

so, it shares the elegant restraint of its two siblings.

All three are terrific champagnes with a familial

resemblance but enough singularity to justify their

existence and price differences. The NV Brut sells

for around $90; the Blanc de Blancs and Rosé for

$140. We can expect the range to increase slightly

in the coming years with a vintage and a flagship

(which should be truly impressive). Right now the

Barons de Rothschild production is limited to around

250,000 bottles, so they are relatively scarce in

Queensland but well worth the effort of finding.

Not many folk would be familiar with such a new

champagne brand, but rest assured: if you serve

a bottle bearing the Rothschild name and coat of

arms it’s unlikely that your guests will question

its quality.

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Cocktail hourDrink a toast to the festive season with these

refreshing signature cocktails ...

Ingredients• 60ml Havava white rum• 3 lime wedges• 4 mint leaves• 5 raspberries

MethodMuddle lime & raspberries.Add rum, torn mint leaves & shaved ice & shake.

To serveServe in a highball glass & top with a splash of soda.

Ingredients• 60 ml Absolut® Wild Tea• 60 ml Sake• 30 ml apple juice• 30 ml chilled oolong tea• 10 ml elderflower cordial

MethodBuild over ice in tea pot.

To serveGarnish with citrus slices.

Oskars on Burleigh Merry berry mojito & Wild Tea ceremony

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Emporium Hotel BrisbaneLemongrass

& white peach sling

Ingredients• 30ml Mickey Finns

Sour Apple Schnapps• 15ml Zubrowka

Bisongrass Vodka• 15ml Massenez

Pomme Verte liqueur• 10ml lime juice

Method Combine all ingredients into shaker with ice.

To serve Strain into martini glass & garnish with a sliver of green apple (skin on).

Chill on Tedder

Sour appletini

Ingredients• Beefeater 24 Gin• Massenez Crème de Peche• Fresh pink grapefruit juice• Fresh lemon juice• White peach puree• Lemongrass syrup• Dash of peach bitters

Method Build over ice.

To serveGarnish with fresh mint & fruit.

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George CalombarisChef and a judge on MasterChef Australia

Most frequent destination: Mykonos.

An essential travel item: Underpants.

Tips for avoiding jet-lag: Change the time on your watch as soon as you take

off and focus on the time of your new destination.

Window or aisle seat: Window.

Who would you most like to sit next to on a long flight? David Beckham.

I pass the time by: Dreaming.

Favourite piece of technology: My iPhone.

best/strangest travel story: Falling asleep on a flight and waking up to the

cleaner cleaning the plane.

Must-see destination: Mykonos.

Favourite hotel: The Belvedere Hotel in Mykonos.

best overseas dining: The Fat Duck Restaurant [in Berkshire, England, run

by Heston Blumenthal].

Most exotic dish I’ve tasted: In Old Delhi, India I ate the most amazing six-

hour cooked rice pudding.

Favourite overseas purchase: Old pasta pictures I picked up in Rome for

my restaurant Mama Baba. Ten euro, yeah baby!

I would spend my last $100 on: Food.

My favourite iconic landmark is: The Acropolis because it is rich in culture

and heritage, and represents a lot of my ideas.

best thing about travelling: Travel drives and pushes my creativity. It inspires,

and makes us appreciate what and who we are. As a creative person it gives

me the opportunity to come up with ideas and bring back experiences to

my restaurants.

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The traveller

I spend my spare time: Writing lots in my little black book.

before I go: I eat a large steak.

car, coach, plane or ship? Plane.

Where to next: I have just been to South Africa, Dubai, Jakarta and India

– all in the past two months, so it’s a few domestic trips only between now

and Christmas.

Mykonos

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Paradise island

Like many before her, Avi Vince discovers the delightful island of Mauritius.

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While its neighbour Madagascar steals the attention on the big screens,

870 kilometres east lies Mauritius – an island of true paradise tucked away in

the Indian Ocean.

Mauritius is relatively small, only 45 kilometres wide and 65 kilometres long.

You could easily drive around it in a day. And its location makes it a perfect

stopover on your way back from Europe, the Middle East or Africa. As I stepped

onto the tarmac from my flight from South Africa, I could immediately sense the

island’s laidback atmosphere of complete acceptance.

Over the years, many nations have wanted a piece of Mauritius with its blue

sea and corals surrounding the white sand beaches. In the 10th Century it was

the Arabs, before the Portuguese officially discovered the island in 1505. It was

then stolen by the Dutch in 1598, taken by the French in 1715 and later given to

the British in 1814 before finally becoming independent in 1968.

The population of Mauritius was not damaged by its changing historical

owners. Instead, they have done what very few nations have; adopted everyone’s

culture. The main languages are Creole, French and, of course, English for the

many tourists that flock to this Island. And the main customs are Hindu, Creole,

Chinese, Muslim and European. In fact, of the 15 official public holidays, eight

are reserved to celebrate not only your religious holiday, but your neighbours

too. When I asked the tour guide if, like the rest of the world, the difference in

religion caused any problems he said, ‘Definitely not, the most important thing

is to respect each other’.

But the true beauty this island has on offer started even further back in history.

It has a volcanic origin, which means its soil is rich in nutrients, providing a dense

forest inland in its not-so-high 828 metres above sea-level mountains. Among

its mountain range, there is a cliff that points south west. My guide informs me

that this is where slaves who sought freedom would come to jump. >>

Paradise island

Like many before her, Avi Vince discovers the delightful island of Mauritius.

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But below the cliff is what attracts tourists. As a result of its volcanic

eruptions, Mauritius is surrounded by fine white sand beaches which spill into

clear blue water. Within five metres of stepping into the ocean water, which

hovers at 27 degrees Celsius in the summer months, coral begins to spread out

like a spider’s web filled with colourful fish and, a little further out, dolphins. It

was one of the best snorkelling experiences I have had, not only for the marine

life which swims so close you need to be careful you don’t kick one in the face

with your flippers, but because I never felt cold in the water. At the time, the

ocean was the same temperature as the air.

Mauritius’ biggest income earner is tourism and they have capitalised on the

stunning beaches. The coast is lined with all-inclusive resorts that are idyllic for

families looking for a summer holiday and couples looking for a romantic one.

The resort that I stayed in was Le Victoria, situated north of the capital Port

Louis facing the sunsets on the west coast. While I am not a fan of all-inclusive

resorts because of their stereotypical cheap meals and watered down drinks,

Le Victoria changed my opinion.

As you enter the hotel, you are greeted with the view of the pool, which

seems to almost spill onto the beach. Le Victoria boasts three restaurants (one

showcasing a seafood buffet with lobster on offer), a bar and a disco if you are

feeling in the mood to boogie later on.

But the best part was when I soaked up the sun on a deck chair under the

thatch umbrella on the white sand and ordered my cocktail and snack from

the roaming waiters before dipping into the ocean to cool down. For those with

a more adventurous streak, there are the free water sports like windsurfing

or snorkelling.

Mauritius may be a secret dot in the wide blue ocean, but it is one

worth visiting.

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The Mandarin Oriental is one of San Francisco’s most luxurious hotels.

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San Francisco … home to the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, the notorious

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The hotel’s 158 guestrooms, including seven suites, are beautifully designed

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accommodation in San Francisco as well as magnificent views from the city’s

tallest hotel and spectacular dining experiences from our award winning

Executive Chef,” said Cliff Atkinson, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental,

San Francisco.

“Our dedicated team, including those from our opening 25 years ago to

new appointments, will continue to raise standards, shaping and personalising

every guest experience, to provide guests with the utmost in luxury, quality

and service.”

The hotel provides a stylish setting for the latest addition to San Francisco’s

culinary scene with its signature restaurant, Brasserie S&P. Serving brasserie-

style, San Francisco cuisine and refined cocktails complemented with a diverse

wine program, Brasserie S&P will offer all-day dining from a creative menu,

designed by Executive Chef Adam Mali, which incorporates the finest, seasonal

ingredients found in California.

Named in part for the hotel’s location at Sansome and Pine Streets in the

heart of the financial area, the 90-seat restaurant blends seamlessly with the

bar to offer a lively, sophisticated yet informal dining experience. Guests can

enjoy an extensive array of cocktails, plus a wide selection of gin and tonics,

accompanying a delicious menu to satisfy the palate of discerning guests.

A pronounced sense of comfort, warmth, and city charm is conveyed through

the design aesthetic of Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco, and this, combined

with exceptional standards of service for which the hotel is renowned, provides

guests with an ideal setting for business or leisure.

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Located in the heart of the Gold Coast hinterland, Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk offers a

unique rainforest experience.

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jennifer Moore, along with husband Ian and

sons Nicholas and Brendan, developed the

Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk four years ago.

In this informative interview Jennifer reveals the

history behind the popular Mount Tamborine

tourist attraction; the logistics of building the unique

structure and the family’s ongoing commitment to

the area.

How did you find this beautiful property?

My husband Ian and I arrived back in Queensland

after 17 years in Perth and were looking for a

business that offered a new challenge and a

different lifestyle for us both. In 1988 we bought a

130 acre property with a small house on Tamborine

Mountain and the next year, having converted the

house to a restaurant, we opened Songbirds in

the Forest. Our quite remote, alfresco restaurant

overlooking the gardens was an innovative place

to dine in South East Queensland and was very

popular. It attracted visitors from the Gold Coast,

interstate and overseas. Later we divided our large

property onto several separate titles and also

constructed six accommodation studios on the

Songbirds title.

In 1998 we closed the a la carte restaurant

to concentrate on the eco tours which we had

started conducting. We operated these tours

every night and initially most of the tour groups

were Japanese. We provided a unique Aussie

experience – a barbecue dinner and bush band at

Songbirds followed by a night glowworm tour in the

30 acres of rainforest across the road – the part of

the property that has now become the home for

our Skywalk.

It’s such a beautiful place with its pristine and

majestic forest and the deep and mysterious

rockpools along the creek – and that’s why we’d

always kept this piece of land for something

special. We decided that it was the perfect location

for the Skywalk. And so, having determined finally

to go down this path, in 2004 we sold the last

subdivision, the Songbirds’ property, which has

since been redesigned by the new owner.

Was it a long process building the Skywalk?

It certainly was a very long process and an

extremely difficult one. It took five years of planning,

research, getting DNR and council approvals and

overcoming many obstacles along the way. It

really was a trying time and if Ian had not been

so persistent, tenacious and had such a good

background in engineering the project would, quite

literally, have never got off the ground.

Luckily, two of our sons, Brendan and Nicholas,

who have extensive experience in marketing and

ecotourism joined us during that time and their

input and enthusiasm was invaluable. We all had

our areas of expertise and interest and so, working

together, everything gradually came to fruition. Nick

and Brendan now manage the Skywalk ... so it’s

still very much a family affair.

How were the bridges and cantilever constructed

in the middle of the rainforest without damage to

the existing trees?

We’re proud to say that not one forest tree was

cut down in the process of installing the Skywalk.

Very large cranes with booms up to 80 metres long

lifted the tower columns and 40 metre walkway

sections up, over, and then carefully down through

the canopy. The centre building was also brought

on site in sections and assembled in this manner.

What is the highest point of the raised walk?

The tallest tower is 18 metres high but with the fall of

the land the viewing platforms are 35 metres above

Cedar Creek – about 11 stories high.

What have you done to help protect

this rainforest?

We’ve done so many things to preserve and

protect the forest. There is an extensive and

continuing program which involves planting

hundreds and hundreds of native plant species

and removing invasive flora. There’s an important

program in place to provide a perfect habitat for

the Richmond Birdwing butterfly which is also under

threat, and we are cross-breeding our colony with

other colonies in Australia to keep this species

strong and not weakened by interbreeding in one

isolated colony.

How long has the Skywalk been open and what

is the reaction from visitors?

It’s been three and a half years since the Skywalk

was officially opened by the Federal Minister

for Tourism, Martin Ferguson. Our visitors really

appreciate the opportunity to get right up there in

the rainforest canopy and see everything at close

range. It’s quite a different experience and a bit of

a thrill to be up so high from the ground. And its

gratifying for us to see so many people just enjoying

themselves and spending time in the eco gallery and

the gift shop, or simply sipping a coffee on the deck.

So you and Ian can now sit back and relax living

at Sanctuary cove?

Yes, life’s much easier that’s for sure. But of

course we’re always thinking of new features for

the Skywalk and there are a couple of interesting

possibilities in the pipeline, but I’ll tell you about them

another time!

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MS Swiss Sapphire

Patsy and Bill Rowe re-discover Europe during a leisurely Budapest to Amsterdam river cruise.

Rivers of relaxationbudapest! What a beautiful city to start our

14-day Tauck river cruise to Amsterdam. I’d been

to Budapest when I lived in Austria and to my

delight seemingly little had changed about this

fascinating city. Our Hungarian friend Lajos Bozco

met us and so began three wonderful days of

re-discovery starting with a romantic lunch at a

gypsy restaurant. To the background of stirring

gypsy music, we feasted on chicken paprika with

butter dumplings at the century old beautifully

decorated Matyas Pince followed by three days of

wonderful sight-seeing and reminiscing.

Next day we boarded, MS Swiss Sapphire

where we had a delicious lunch and a glass of

complimentary champagne (the first of many to

come) while listening to the background music

of Azmi, the onboard musician. Our bags were

mysteriously transported to our suites by smiling

staff ... and this was just the beginning of the

wonderful Tauck service we’d experience over the

next 14 days.

The MS Swiss Sapphire stayed in Budapest

overnight and next day we drifted along the

river Danube to Bratislava, the capital of the

now independent Slovakia. The daily schedule

is sensible. One of the Tauck Tour Directors

accompanied each group on the wide range of

walking tours conducted with local guides. There

was something for everyone and guests were

advised of the level of exertion required so people

could participate at their own level. The local guides

were well informed and brought history to life ...

but rarely did they outshine our own Tour Directors

who astonished me every day with their detailed

knowledge of each city we visited.

After Bratislava was Vienna, surely a favourite

with every traveller and although both Bill and I

had been to the Schonbrunn Palace before, we

were first on the bus! Another group chose to go

to the Sissi Museum and Imperial Apartments

and it was always fun at night to swap tales of

the day’s experiences (over yet another glass of

complimentary champagne!) That night we had

the most wonderful dinner at the Palais Pallavicini,

one of Vienna’s most beautiful palaces.

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This was one of the most memorable nights of

this wonderful cruise.

The days fell into a pattern with tours ending at

lunch time then back to the boat for a delicious

buffet with fresh produce from wherever we

were visiting. The wines were chosen from local

vineyards and the charming sommelier was at hand

to make excellent suggestions.

The afternoon offered more tours or an

afternoon at leisure which we usually chose. We

wandered into town, perhaps to see something we

had missed that morning or find a café and order a

glass of the local beer or wine.

We’d return in time for drinks and the Discovery

Briefing of where the next day would take us, or

enjoy a German sausage tasting, wine appreciation

or glass blowing demonstration!

Drinks in the bar inevitably followed with Azmi

playing something ‘local’ which maintained the

mood of the day and with just 120 guests on board

it was only a couple of days before we were all

chatting away like old friends.

Dinner was invariably a feast and there was

regularly some sort of entertainment afterwards,

usually a local group. The night we had the German

Oompa band was lots of fun. Dancing continued till

the last guest left the bar.

The cruise continued in the same wonderful

rhythm as we covered four rivers, the Danube,

the Rhine, the Main and briefly, the Main-Danube

Canal, going through some 80 locks, which is an

experience in itself.

The days flew as we went through the Wachau

Valley and Linz in Austria where we had a traditional

Austrian lunch at the Alte Klosterkeller in Durnstein

and Passau, the ‘Venice of Bavaria’, where we

attended an organ concert in St Stephen’s

Cathedral which houses the largest pipe organ in

Europe, with some 17,000 pipes.

Our next stop was the bustling university city

of Regensburg, home to one of the only intact

Roman Gates in Germany, where somehow we

managed to eat even more German sausages

at the famous Wurstkuche, a sausage kitchen

which has occupied the same site for almost

1000 years!

We continued to drift along with never a ‘rough

sea moment’, visiting Nurnberg, Bamberg,

Wurzburg and Rothenburg with the middle

Rhine’s fairy tale castles lining the river, reaching

Cologne with its wonderful cathedral then on to

Amsterdam, the city of tulips, wooden shoes,

cheese and windmills, a beautiful city to bring

our dream trip to an end. Patsy and bill Rowe

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Asian marketChina is an alluring destination for the adventurous and inquisitive traveller.

words Madeline Marshall

When cove Travel’s Sherron McKie explored China recently she was pleasantly surprised by what the country had to offer. With a wealth of history going back thousands of years, this fascinating destination combines the traditions of the ancient world with the modernisation of an emerging world power.

First stop on Sherron’s itinerary was Beijing. Boasting a current population of over 20 million, China’s capital certainly lived

up to its fast-paced reputation. Four years after hosting the Olympic Games, Beijing has emerged as a cosmopolitan city where culture is still thriving.

“What impressed me about China was the care and attention the authorities have taken to green the cities,” Sherron says. “Our first impression was the generous planting of trees and flowers.

“As you drive along the freeways and venture into the cities you are greeted by a dazzling array of flora. There are millions of potted plants – and hundreds and hundreds of roses in full bloom line the city streets.”

During her stay Sherron embraced all the country had to offer including visits to the Great Wall of China and The Forbidden City, a complex that was the imperial palace of China’s emperors for 500 years.

Listed by World Heritage as one of the world wonders, the Great Wall stretches over eight thousand kilometres, winding its way through China’s glorious countryside. This impressive structure is well worth a visit.

The Temple of Heaven, first constructed in 1420 during the reign of Ming Emperor Yongle, also ranks highly for anyone travelling to this rich and vibrant destination. It rests inside a huge park where visitors can relax and take time to enjoy the ancient monument.

According to Sherron, a visit by cycle rickshaws to the hutongs, the narrow alleys formed by lines of traditional courtyard residences known as siheyuan, is another absolute must.

In the Ming Dynasty (early 15th century) The Forbidden City was surrounded in concentric circles with citizens of higher social status permitted to live closer to the centre while farther from the palace, and to its north and south, were the homes of the commoners, merchants, artisans, and labourers. Their siheyuan were far smaller in scale and simpler in design and decoration, and the hutongs were narrower.

More recently, some hutongs have been designated as protected areas in an attempt to preserve this aspect of Chinese cultural history and some of the residents welcome visitors to see for themselves this traditional way of living.

“Many of the hutongs now encompass lanes where visitors and locals can enjoy shopping for special hand-made treasures, experience local cuisine and enjoy the general camaraderie in these unique places,” explains Sherron.

From Beijing, Sherron moved on to Shanghai.“The best way to travel between the two cities is on board the new high

speed train line which opened in July 2011,” says Sherron. “Journey time is four hours 45 minutes at speeds of up to 300 kilometres per hour!

“The scenery along the way is interesting and the trains are very modern and comfortable offering snacks, dining and beverage options. The stations in Beijing and Shanghai are very user-friendly and reservations can be made before departing Australia.”

Shanghai is a large, bustling city, with modern high-rises intertwined with buildings of different styles including Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque.

An evening cruise on the Huangpu River is a must to see the amazing sights

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of the huge buildings on both sides of the river ablaze with lights that reflect on the water.

Another attraction is Nanjing Road. The 5.5 kilometre long road was first built in 1851 and is the most bustling and prosperous street in the city. Regarded as the first commercial road in Shanghai, the famous walking street is very popular with locals and tourists alike.

A visit to Yuyuan (‘yu’ in Chinese means ‘peace and health’) Garden is also highly recommended. The garden is the most famous in Shanghai and forms a haven of calm and comfort in the heart of the busy city.

This is only a small sample of what you can do in Shanghai – the people, places and possibilities of this fabulous city are endless.

And even the trip to the airport can offer a rare treat if you travel to Pudong International Airport by the amazing Maglev.

The magnetic levitation train started operating on 1 January, 2004 and at full speed takes seven minutes and 20 seconds to cover the 30 kilometre distance. The train, which consists of nine compartments, is capable of carrying 959 passengers and can reach 350 km/h in two minutes, with the maximum speed of 431 km/h reached thereafter.

Being a well-seasoned traveller, Sherron knows the importance of touring with good guides and says that when visiting Asia it’s always advisable to travel with someone who has local knowledge of the land and its customs.

“Being part of a group tour allows you to experience all the culture of this incredible destination but also leaves plenty of free time to explore at your own pace,” Sherron explains. “If you’re looking for a fun, fascinating and exhilarating trip I highly recommended a visit to China.”

FAcTS

Size: 9,596,960 sq km

Population: 1.34 Billion (20% of the world’s population)

capital city: Beijing

Language: Mandarin, Wu and Cantonese

Exchange Rate: 1 Australian Dollar = approx 6.49 Chinese Yuan

TRAVELLER’S nOTES

Australian passport holders travelling to China are required to obtain a

Visa prior to departure. For more information visit smartraveller.gov.au

Australians in China are encouraged to register with the nearest Australian

mission or online at orao.dfat.gov.au

Some vaccinations may be required, consult your local GP before leaving.

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Your travel bucket list

Watch nature’s own theatre unfold above you as this magical light show

takes centre stage.

Norway’s aurora borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, has

been fascinating travellers and locals for generations.

The phenomenon is quite unpredictable, so if you decide to go hunting

for the northern lights above the Arctic Circle, make sure you set aside the

whole evening.

Northern lights worshippers do everything from cross-country skiing to

building snowmen in order to keep warm and entertained while outside.

But, rest assured, it is well worth the wait!

Step back in time with a visit to the land of hidden gems; a land of diverse culture

and history dating back thousands of years.

Yangon, formerly Rangoon, is a city of ancient charm, and features the

gleaming golden stupa of Shwedagon Pagoda, the most important religious site in

the country.

Other awe-inspiring sights include the city of Bagan, where you will see

thousands of temples and pagodas dotted all over dusty plains, and Mandalay,

the former capital of the Burmese Empire, which is home to the incredible Golden

Buddha of Mahamuni Paya.

Do not leave without experiencing the quiet beauty of Inle Lake. Witness the local

fishermen’s unique leg-rowing style and take a boat ride to the floating gardens

and local markets where the hilltribe villagers gather daily to sell their wares

and produce.

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The Galapagos Islands, 965 kilometres west of Ecuador, South

America, is definitely a must-see destination.

With dramatic sunsets, fearless wildlife and memorable

landscapes, combined with first-rate service, The Galapagos

Islands have something for everyone. He wants hiking, she

wants a beach. He wants water sports, she wants shopping.

A visit to this diverse destination means not having to sacrifice

or compromise.

Why not combine a cruise around the Galapagos Islands with a

visit to Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca site in the Andean mountains

in Peru, and cross two destinations off your bucket list at the

one time.

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for 2013No other continent comes close to it for scale, variety and pure, raw impact – where

else on earth can you fall asleep to the sound of lions roaring, or watch a flock of flamingos

take off from the waters of a remote soda lake?

Parts of Africa boast scenery so spectacular they’ll leave you spellbound, but the

essence of this incredible continent isn’t in any desert, mountain or lake. It’s the spirit of

the people that infects so many visitors.

Dance to the thumping reggae beats coming from a West African market stall, or shoot

the breeze with fishermen under Indian Ocean palm trees, and you’ll be struck more than

anything else by the honesty, warm-heartedness and vitality of the African people.

Africa’s not always an easy place to travel in. It can be frustrating and challenging at

times. But it’s a fantastic, enlightening, surprising and intriguing continent.

Taking a skiing holiday can show you some of the most

picturesque destinations in the world.

And there is also so much to offer off the mountain. Immerse

yourself in local cultures. Bathe in hot thermals. Try a dog sledding

ride. Drive a snow mobile. Take in the local wildlife. Or enjoy the

afternoon après.

Whether you are a beginner, advanced skier or snowboarder

all ski resorts have terrain to suit every level. Destinations to visit

include Japan, Korea, Switzerland, New Zealand, Canada, USA

and Europe.

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at the wheel

no wonder Porsche’s 911 is a great sports car.

The so-called Stuttgart Stormer has had 49 years

of continuous development; the badge must be the

only part to have not been changed.

Too much can be made of the fact the 911 has

retained the same basic body profile and rear-

engine mechanical layout since 1963.

But while it’s simply not the same car, the links

through generations of 911s are indelible and you

can’t help thinking the continuity of theme has

allowed Porsche to focus more on the fundamentals

of the car – its speed, cornering, steering, braking,

driveability and reliability.

Other high-end sports cars may be superior in

one or two aspects, but perhaps none can match

its all-round competence. It’s a car you won’t fear

driving to work every day, or even into the dealer

service department, yet it will deliver a thrilling,

visceral experience when unleashed for some

weekend action.

The story is even better now that there is an all-

new series, the 991 Series, which replaces the 997.

The ‘base’ Carrera coupe has a slightly smaller

engine than before – 3.4 litres from 3.6 – but is

more powerful and efficient. It costs $229,400, plus

on-road charges.

The car tested is the more powerful Carrera S

3.8 litre. Its list price is $262,600, but ‘ours’ had

a number of options including bigger 20-inch

wheels ($890) and the excellent PDK automatic

transmission ($5,950).

There are many differences from the 997, but

the most fundamental is an increase of 100 mm

in the wheelbase and 56 mm overall length. These

are relatively small amounts, but with shorter front

and rear overhangs and a slightly lower roofline,

they definitely make the car look sleeker and even

more elegant.

The Carrera S engine – water-cooled since the

introduction of the 996 Series in 1998 – produces

294 kiloWatts of power and 440 Newtonmetres of

torque. Those are considerable outputs without

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The new Porsche 911 Carrera S – you know you’re moving!

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It’s a car you won’t fear driving to work

every day ... yet it will deliver a thrilling,

visceral experience when unleashed for

some weekend action.

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the aid of turbocharging or supercharging, but the

Porsche achieves them without any sort of fuss –

it’s completely easy to drive.

The 911 will sprint from rest to 100 kmh in 4.5

seconds if you have its world-first seven-speed

manual gearbox. Or 4.3 seconds with the more

efficient PDK auto, or a road-ripping 4.1 seconds

when the optional Sport Chrono electronics

package is employed.

Top speed – around 300 kmh.

But don’t imagine the 911 is all about

performance without responsibility. A myriad of

small innovations chip away at fuel consumption

and CO2 exhaust gas emissions.

There’s a Thermal Management System

that optimises engine and transmission warm-

up and operating temperatures for maximum

combustion efficiency. Harnessing the heat

better and changing the engine air outlets mean

the underbody can be smoothed-out, reducing

fuel-draining wind resistance.

Electrical System Recuperation harnesses

kinetic energy generated during braking to not only

assist braking but also store power for acceleration.

It’s said to save up to 0.35 litres per 100 kms.

Such increments are small individually and cost

millions to develop, but many combined add to

worthwhile fuel and emissions savings, especially

in countries that are ahead of Australia in legislating

stricter environmental performance.

All that fades to the background when you flick

the key and the flat-six engine bursts into life with

that unique, unmistakable Porsche bass rumble.

If it doesn’t excite you as the rev counter spins

around to its 7500 rpm maximum, no car will. If the

exhaust sounds were not enough, an innovation

called Sound Symposer at some point diverts

a controlled amount of noise from the engine

compartment into the cabin.

It’s far from deafening but, boy, you know

you’re moving!

Of course, we can’t drive at Porsche-speed

anywhere but on a closed road, so it helps that the

car is completely tractable for city driving.

The PDK automatic transmission is one of the

best double-clutch units I’ve used.

Around town, it’s a lazy ol’ auto like the one in

your Corolla (but much better behaved than some

other double-clutch autos), but if you drive faster

its computer will instantly recognise your intent

and hold the gears longer and make the changes

faster. Activating a Sport button on the centre

console takes its response to another level again;

it’s almost brutal.

Cornering ability has been improved with

suspension changes permitted by the longer

wheelbase. It sticks like glue, especially with the

optional 20 inch wheels and there’s no sign of one

end or the other wanting to take over.

The 991 Series introduces electrically-assisted

power steering, a now-common fuel-saving

feature. It’s good, but perhaps is marginally

less tactile than the previous hydraulically-

boosted system.

There’s no question about Porsche’s legendary

braking, however. These are fabulous. I punished

them over some challenging mountain roads in

southern Queensland, but they barely raised a sweat

and remained supremely powerful and stable.

Don’t look for Italian supercar-style luxury in the

Carrera S cabin. No fancy leather stitching, piano-

wood inlays or gem-studded clocks here, just good

practical design and quality, quality, quality.

I enjoyed ‘Yachting Blue’ leather seats with four-

way power adjustment. The coupe cabin is quite

roomy and sacrificing a little front legroom will allow

a couple of small people to occupy the individual

back-seat buckets.

The dash has a low scuttle for excellent forward

vision and occupies a fairly shallow panel across the

car, housing traditional round Porsche instruments

and a colour centre screen.

It’s all there – well, except adequate uncovered

space in the centre console for phone, water bottle,

wallet, etcetera.

Did I mention the boot? A hotel concierge

actually tried to put my luggage in the back, but

soon discovered a deep square bin under the

front bonnet, with more than enough space for a

couple’s weekend away.

Some sports car enthusiasts don’t ‘get’

Porsches. Their relative popularity seems to

go against them, but owners will swear by their

versatility, practicality, reliability and durability while

offering high-performance that drivers of average

ability can access safely.

Never more so than with the new 991 Series.

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Form & functionMcLaren MP4-12C – the future of world-class automotive design.

words David Hardman

The automotive world is very much organic and

evolutionary by nature but it’s not too often a car

comes out that is truly revolutionary; a car that

challenges tried and true design principles and

conventional wisdom.

The devil’s in the detail so they say and the McLaren

MP4-12C is so detail-oriented that it may just offer a

crystal ball into the future of automotive design.

Starting with a blank sheet of paper the MP4-12C

road car was designed using traditional methods

combined with cutting edge simulation technology;

the same technology the McLaren Formula One

team use to test and develop the fastest race-cars

on the planet. Cross-pollination is at the heart of

this remarkable story – Proactive Chassis Control

and Brake Steer are just a few of the components

derived from the world of Formula One.

Building a mid-engined sports car around a light

weight Carbon Fibre MonoCell (weighing just 75

kgs) means the McLaren is blessed with exceptional

torsional rigidity from the very beginning. McLaren

then utilises the inherent stiffness of the carbon

chassis in conjunction with its Proactive Chassis

Control System which provides the adaptive

damping of the vehicle.

This revolutionary design allows the car to do

away with conventional anti-roll bars replacing them

with an adjustable roll control system that provides

a much higher stiffness rate during the roll phase

compared to conventional suspension. This in turn

allows the car to maintain superior balance and

poise during both heavy and light cornering and

braking manoeuvres. By combining this innovative

ride control system with an uncompromised

suspension geometry and ideal weight distribution

McLaren has achieved an optimum balance of both

class-leading handling and ride comfort.

On the engine front McLaren has produced its

own in-house Twin Turbo 3.8l V8 which punches

out 592BHP. Astonishingly 80 per cent of the

engine’s torque is available below 2000RPM.

This equates to a 0-100kph time of 3.3 seconds

with the McLaren covering the standing 1/4 mile

in 10.9 seconds. Not only does the McLaren go

well, it also stops magnificently by combining

the standard cast iron brakes (or optional

carbon ceramic matrix) with an automatically

deployable airbrake spoiler system at the rear.

This airbrake system deploys in a staggering 700

milliseconds and allows the car to carry more

rear brake bias, which in turn creates a more

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stable platform. Stopping from 100kph takes

just 30.5 metres. McLaren’s lateral thinking on

brake design doesn’t just help you stop well in

a straight line it also assists you in the corners

with advent of the McLaren Brake Steer system.

Brake Steer essentially does the same job as a

torque-vectoring differential however it weighs

in at up to 20kg lighter. In essence it applies an

additional braking force to the inside rear wheel

if the driver enters the corner too quick thus

allowing the car to behave in a more neutral and

controllable fashion.

So what’s it like on the road? Thankfully I

have access to the Ecurie25 Supercar Club’s

(ecurie25.com.au) McLaren for the day so I can

tell you all about it from the driver’s seat.

Climbing in over the car’s monocoque body

for the first time I slip behind the wheel and feel

completely at home. The entire vehicle has been

designed to engage the driver and enhance the

driving experience. You’re surrounded by a heady

mix of alcantara and leather, complete with contrast

stitching, and the ergonomics are as you would

expect from a company with such a rich heritage

in motorsport – spot on. You can feel this is a car

that’s been designed with purpose and yet they

haven’t forgotten any of the aesthetic details. The

air-vents alone are an amazing work of art.

Foot on the brake, press the starter button on

the centre console and the engine fires immediately

and settles into a smooth idle. A positive flick of

the right paddle and it’s time to head out on to

the streets. In the suburban traffic for the first time

the engine behaves beautifully, the suspension is

soaking up the bumps well and the feedback from

both steering and brakes is positive.

It’s not long before I hit the highway and I can feel

the engine’s real potential. It’s fast, refined and very

linear in its delivery. Although it has a small capacity

compared to its rivals, it certainly holds its own in

the supercar world. If the ultimate measure of a

car’s potential was by the number of passers-by

clamouring for their mobile phones to get a photo

of it then McLaren is definitely on the right track.

It might not have the mystique of a Ferrari but it’s

McLaren to the core; it’s all about form, function

and integration.

Thanks to McLaren’s lateral thinking and

innovation, we’ve been given the opportunity to

gaze into the future of automotive design with the

MP4-12C. Having driven it for the first time, I can

assure you the future looks very bright indeed.

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on the water

Silver anniversaryA first-class event is planned for

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show’s 25th anniversary.

The Sanctuary cove International boat Show (ScIbS) is counting down

to its quarter century, with next year’s event promised to be one of the most

successful the marine community has ever hosted.

Preparations are already underway for SCIBS 2013, which will mark the

twenty-fifth year Sanctuary Cove has held the event and feature some exciting

new additions to celebrate.

Ticking the first item off the agenda, Mulpha Sanctuary Cove (Developments)

Pty Limited has appointed Johan Hasser as Sales, Sponsorship and Event

Manager to work exclusively on next year’s show.

Sanctuary Cove General Manager Marketing and Events Sue Thomson said

Johan had already brought a number of new ideas to the table.

“The 2012 boat show was well received, but we’re really focussed on

ramping it up for its twenty-fifth year and delivering an event that is not only

internationally renowned but also one of the most successful and longstanding

events on the Gold Coast,” she said. “Johan will be instrumental in delivering

what is set to be a great boat show for our 25th Anniversary.”

Johan said he was excited to be joining the team at such a key milestone

and looked forward to working with exhibitors to drive visitation and sales at

next year’s event.

“My focus is growing what has already been established as a not-to-be-

missed event for the boating community,” he said.

“Next year we’re taking a fresh approach to the boat show, with a number

of exciting new exhibitors, displays and show highlights.

“It will be a celebration of the show’s past and a welcome to what we are

sure will be a thriving future.”

Sanctuary Cove’s inaugural boat show was held in 1989, the year after the

community was opened by founder Mike Gore.

At the time, it featured about 100 exhibitors, a number which has now grown

to around 400.

SCIBS 2013 will be held at Sanctuary Cove from May 23 to 26 and a number

of Australian and international boating brands had already expressed interest

in exhibiting prior to applications opening in November.

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Take twoSecond Winter Collection home under construction at Sanctuary Cove.

Mulpha Sanctuary Cove (Developments) Pty

Limited’s General Manager of Sales John Hughes

said the flurry of construction activity on site was a

positive sign for the community.

“It’s great to see a hive of construction activity

going on behind the gates,” said John.

“In what’s been a positive turn-around year at

Sanctuary Cove, we are confident these innovative

homes will sell quickly and for this reason have

forged ahead with construction on the second

Winter Collection home.”

Launched in June 2012, the Winter Collection

will eventually see six limited edition designer

home and land packages endorsed by popular

media personality and property guru Andrew

Winter released at Sanctuary Cove’s premium land

precincts, Banksia, Alpinia and Tristania.

Sanctuary Cove enlisted the help of Andrew, a

Sanctuary Cove resident himself, as the face of the

Winter Collection which was also the focus of a

popular interactive Facebook campaign.

The online Facebook competition, which drew

its last winner in October, sought input from the

public for the design, layout and finishes of the

Winter Collection homes.

Andrew said the public was invited to submit

their ideas and comments to Sanctuary Cove’s

Facebook page for each room of the house, over a

series of weeks, with the best suggestions winning

fortnightly prizes.

The campaign was well received by the public

who were drawn by accommodation prizes for the

winning entries.

“Sanctuary Cove offers a standard of living

unlike anywhere else and the interactive Facebook

campaign has helped illustrate this to a younger

demographic,” Andrew said.

“We had some fantastic suggestions which we

will include in the final product.

“Some of the entries have been very creative

which will make these homes truly innovative and

cutting edge.

John said the campaign also provides another

platform for Sanctuary Cove to showcase the

variety of house and land packages on offer at its

unique precincts.

“Sanctuary Cove has long been regarded as

a prestigious community; however buyers can

purchase a spacious home and golf-fronting land

from $1.295 million, which we feel will encourage

families and professionals to take a closer look at

what we have to offer.”

Sanctuary cove’s newest housing release

is now well underway, with a second Winter

Collection home coming out of the ground in the

exclusive Alpinia precinct.

The home, which sits on a hilltop enclave with

views to the Gold Coast hinterland and beyond,

features four bedrooms and boasts superior lifestyle

inclusions such as a media room and expansive

al fresco entertaining area, double lockup garage

and extra space for golf-buggy parking.

The works closely follow construction on

the first home on golf-course fronting land at

Sanctuary Cove’s Banksia precinct, which is soon

to be complete.

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The opportunity to drop anchor in Sanctuary

Cove’s most exclusive waterfront enclave is drying

up with only a handful of parcels available for sale.

Just five north facing lots remain within the

spectacular Tristania Peninsula precinct on the

Coomera River after four blocks were snapped up

earlier this year.

Mulpha Sanctuary Cove (Developments) Pty

Limited’s General Manager Sales John Hughes said

the land was the finest waterfront offering on the

Gold Coast in terms of location, quality and value.

“Tristania offers all the ingredients to create a

residential showpiece,” he said.

“The large lot size, generous north-facing water

frontage, and wide river outlook set the scene for

a spectacular, dream residence.”

John said buyers would find themselves in a blue

chip neighbourhood with established properties in

the estate worth more than $10 million.

He said starting prices for Tristania’s premium

release T2, were now $1.495 million, prices never

to be repeated in the award-winning community.

“It means there is more scope to splash out on

the residence itself while laying a solid foundation

for capital growth in the longer term,” he said.

“Buyers are not only securing an unrivalled

waterfront offering but also a lifestyle in Australia’s

finest marine and golf communities.”

Remaining blocks at Tristania are all 1000sqm-

plus in size and have a minimum water frontage

of 18m.

Generous water rights mean that marine vessels

of up to 18m can be accommodated in 3.6m deep

water that is patrolled by security.

Tristania’s proximity to the mouth of the Coomera

River gives its resident boaties quick and bridge-

free access to The Broadwater.

Parcels have a three-storey building height and

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Quay Street café and bar offers customers affordable cuisine in a family

friendly atmosphere in the heart of The Marine Village. Café operators Glenn and Gai Cameron have extensive experience in the

hospitality industry which is reflected in the strong following of Sanctuary Cove residents and visitors Quay Street has established since opening.

“Our aim is to encourage more families to visit Sanctuary Cove and so far we have been achieving that, as well as attracting quite a few local residents,” said Glenn.

“We are offering something a little bit different that really suits Queensland’s outdoor lifestyle”.

Quay Street Bar and Café’s menu includes a variety of options from traditional breakfast items to extensive lunch and dinner choices, as well as providing a range of children’s meals.

Having previously operated two successful Coffee Club franchises and developed their own café, Grinding Halt, in NSW, the Cameron’s took a six-month break from the industry after moving back to the Gold Coast.

Glenn and Gai have four sons who also work in the café with them, making it a true family business.

In additional news, The Marine Village will also welcome a refreshed version of popular clothing store Latitude Menswear run by Sanctuary Cove local, Michael Simmons.

Michael said he was excited about the relocation and the improvements the team had made to modernise the store’s appearance.

“It’s going to have a modern beach house vibe about it, which will be great,” said Michael.

“My aim is to focus on making Latitude at Sanctuary Cove the best menswear retailer on the northern end of the Gold Coast.”

Michael has been running Latitude at Sanctuary Cove for 17 years and sells an eclectic mix of menswear and accessories that aim to cater for all male demographics.

Some of the biggest selling brands available at Latitude include Gant, Hugo Boss, Pure Blakk and Bugati.

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Eight years after commenting that if anyone

ever saw him on the Champions Tour ‘to just shoot

me’, it appears Steve Elkington has mellowed as

the big ‘5-0’ approaches. The ten-time PGA Tour

winner, whose victories include the 1995 U.S. PGA

Championship and two Players Championships,

will turn 50 on December 8 and is expected to dust

off the clubs next year after putting his game on ice

for most of 2012.

The first time I saw Elk’s great golf swing up

close was from a parallel fairway as he played the

6th hole at The Grange Golf Club in Wollongong,

NSW, after the Elkington family had moved from

Wagga Wagga when Steve and his older brother

Robert were in their teens. My memory of this day is

hazy but there was no mistaking the long, rhythmic

swing that would soon be regarded the world over

as one of the best in the game.

This was in the days either just before or just

after he had taken up a golf scholarship at the

powerhouse of American golf universities of the time

– the University of Houston – having won the Doug

Sanders Junior International tournament in Australia.

I don’t know for certain if Elkington’s savvy

dress sense over his pro career was influenced by

the famous clothes horse Sanders or whether he

had that flair in him at the time, but an affection

for quality attire has been a trait Steve has shared

with Sanders since turning professional in 1985.

Steve eschewed ‘contract’ clothing in favour of

his own tailored clothes virtually all his career. In

fact, non-conformism with the norm and trends in

professional golf appear to be something he wears

with a badge of honour.

Courtesy of his original and vastly entertaining

website ‘Secret in the Dirt’, I’ve learned more about

‘Elk’ in the past few months than as an observer

and fan over the last 30 years. And I wouldn’t be

the only one. Due to circumstances, he’s probably

one home-grown major champion Australia never

really got to know well.

Steve’s 50th birthday will coincide with the third

round of the Emirates Australian Open at The Lakes

Golf Club in Sydney, the location of Elkington’s only

Australian Open victory 20 years ago. From a fan’s

perspective, it would be a crying shame if he does

not play in the tournament this year to mark the

anniversary but, sadly, that appears to be the case

at this point in time.

Australian fans would have enjoyed celebrating

his homecoming, the milestone birthday and the

20 year anniversary of that victory over a course he

has played many times from the early years catching

the train to Sydney to play junior tournaments with

words Paul Prendergast

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his brother. I know that Steve was full of praise for

the course redesign when he visited to play with

his son earlier this year, he could yet be a surprise

late entry.

The unfortunate truth, however, is that it is

unlikely as Steve’s relationship with Australian golf

administration has been strained for many years.

Much of it dates back to his return to the Open at

Kingston Heath as the reigning PGA Champion in

1995, only to see a giant billboard with Greg Norman

and John Daly featured as the main attractions.

Steve finished in a tie for 29th behind winner

Norman and although he has played sporadically

in other events in Australia including the successful

Presidents Cup International team in 1998, he has

not returned to play the Open since.

The Champions Tour would appear to be ripe for

the picking for the sweet swinging Houston resident

who still had plenty of game before his year off,

although Peter Jacobsen jokes with him in one of

the ‘Dirt’ videos that he will have to get used to the

‘no spikes’ rule on the Tour first. As a devotee of

steel spikes, because he likes ‘to use the ground’

in his golf swing, the next pair of soft spike shoes

Elkington wears could be his first.

Elkington (courtesy of what I’ve seen on ‘The

Dirt’) certainly seems to take pride in being ‘old

school’ regarding his approach to golf and in his

value system. Watch him chatting to Clint Eastwood

at Eastwood’s Tehama Golf Club in California.

Eastwood recalls the days when the professionals

would sit their cigarettes on the green when it was

their turn to putt and then retire to the bar, not the

practice range, right after the round. Elk tells him

with a grin that he still does that, keeping the old

traditions of the game alive!

In another video with buddy Scott McCarron,

Elk is asked after hitting a tee shot ‘Why don’t you

get some modern technology?’ and although the

response tails off, you get the sense of what his

reaction would have been.

On top of his sublime golf skills and swing, the

father of two is a talented cartoonist and has a

sharp wit. He is also a demon commentator on

Twitter, as ‘new school’ as you can get.

In a perfect world, I’d have liked to have asked Elk

about these apparent ‘non-conformist’ traits and

the traditions in the game and in life he holds dear

– not taking himself too seriously on the course,

enjoying the company of his playing partners of

the day no matter their background, enjoying a

beer and a yarn after the game, a fierce loyalty to

his mates.

Just ask Greg Norman about Elk’s loyal streak.

We remember the fracas that he and Steve found

themselves in when playing one year in the Fred

Meyer Challenge, Jacobsen’s annual tournament

in Oregon. After a few beers in a local bar with their

pro-am partners, some well-oiled locals tried to get

in Norman’s face and took the confrontation to the

car park. Now Norman is well and truly able to look

after himself if cornered but he found that night what

a true friend he had in Elkington.

Norman recounts the incident in his book Greg

Norman – The Way of the Shark. “Just as one of

them was about to throw the first punch and I, in

turn, was about to attack, Steve stepped in. ‘Hey,

why don’t you guys just move on, we just came in

for a couple of beers and now we’re leaving.’ which

caused them to back away.”

The trouble didn’t end there as the group followed

the golfers in their car, throwing bottles at them as

they drove through the streets of Portland until the

police were called and the matter was eventually

resolved peacefully. Greg said at that moment he

felt pretty good about life, because he realised

‘his mate Steve Elkington would stand shoulder to

shoulder with him no matter what’.

I’d have liked to have asked Elkington about all

of this but unfortunately, I couldn’t pin him down for

an interview. ‘He said he’s not much into interviews’

was the response I got back after trying to reach out

through a mutual friend in the States.

There are many an athlete who will run a mile to

get their head in the paper, so to speak. Elkington,

it appears, is not one of them. Another non-

conformist trait perhaps.

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Australian pole vaulter Steve Hooker with casidhe Simmons

Introducing Sanctuary Cove’s sporting stars of the future.

Good sports

India Warren

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james Macken, India Warren and casidhe

Simmons are three young Sanctuary Cove

residents who share more in common than just

their postcode.

They’re all aspiring young athletes, competing

at an elite level in their respective age groups

and making a name for themselves in their

chosen sports.

All three of them are going the extra mile to

realise their sporting dreams, juggling school

commitments with demanding training schedules

– and their hard work is paying off.

Eighteen-year-old James Macken is taking the

go-karting world by storm, competing across

the country and representing Australia on the

international circuit.

He made his debut on the world stage in 2010,

racing in southeast Italy where 55 countries

converged to compete for the world finals title.

James says while go-karting lacks the

recognition of some of the more mainstream

sports in Australia, it has a niche following of

extremely committed and passionate people.

“Go-karting is small-scale here, but it’s huge

overseas – I was lucky enough to race in Florida

earlier this year and the size and popularity of the

sport really hit home, the setups are massive,”

says James.

“Australia won last year’s world finals in Abu

Dhabi, which shows the very promising go-karting

talent this country has.”

James says go-karting at an elite level demands

physical fitness and he has taken up running to

keep himself in top shape for competing.

He cites V8 supercar driver Mark Winterbottom

– a go-karter who made it big in the motorsport

world – as his sporting idol.

“I would love to make the transition to racing

supercars, I’m extremely passionate about the

sport so to do it for a living would be a dream

come true,” he says.

From asphalt to astroturf, 14-year-old India

Warren is a tennis player committed to achieving

her dream of becoming a world champion.

She picked up her first tennis racquet aged

four and competed in her first competition

when she was seven. Since then she’s

competed nationally and internationally and

achieved an Australian top five ranking for her

age group.

“I’ve competed in New Zealand and New

Caledonia, I’ve even played in France, so I

consider myself extremely lucky,” says India.

India says she keeps fit by training six days

a week as well as swimming and running in her

spare time. She looks up to the tennis greats for

inspiration, including Maria Sharapova and Rafael

Nadal and is steadfast in her goal to join them at

the top.

Like James and India, 18-year-old Casidhe

Simmons is a dedicated sportsperson competing

nationally in her chosen sport of athletics.

She excels in heptathlon, a gruelling seven-

stage event comprising hurdles, sprints, high

jump, long jump, shot-put and javelin.

It’s enough to leave anyone short of breath

just reading about it, but Casidhe thrives on the

challenge and in 2011 was named Australia’s under

17 heptathlon champion – a title she held onto at

nationals this year and hopes to for some time.

“It was incredibly inspiring to see Jessica Ennis

win gold in heptathlon at the Olympics this year

– it has spurred me on to maintain my training so

one day I might make it in the international arena,”

says Casidhe.

Casidhe is in good stead to realise her Olympic

aspirations, being mentored by the same trainers who

fostered Sally Pearson to Olympic gold in London.

james Macken

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Talent on tapRhonda Oxnam talks to

Sheldon Perry about travel, time-out and life as a TAP DOG.

Since you’ve been on the coast you have performed at a Titans game

and the Gc 600 … where is the strangest place you have been asked

to perform?

It’s always a bit different when we are asked to tap live in radio station studios!

They are usually carpeted and not very big rooms, so we bring in our own small

pieces of flooring and tap on boards. It’s still good fun though!

What is your dance background?

I started dancing when I was four years old. My mum was a fan of the old

classic movies with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly so she signed me up and by

the time I was 16 years old, tap had become a part of me. I only ever learnt

tap because my tap teacher said you need tight ankles for ballet and loose

ankles for tap.

How did you become a TAP dOG?

My brother, Dein Perry, is the creator and choreographer of the show. Quite a

few years ago now he received a grant from the government to explore new

ideas in tap dancing. We put together a workshop and played around with a

few concepts. We originally started tapping in jeans and then we introduced

the boots to go with the jeans, which is how our style came about.

What is the best thing about being in a show like this?

It’s great to be able to do what I absolutely love as my career! TAP DOGS is a

really unique show in that we get to tap the whole time. The only other stage

show that has incorporated tap the whole way through is 42nd Street. I was

a member of the original Australian cast of 42nd Street but the choreography

and the technique is nowhere near as challenging as what we do in TAP DOGS.

What is the worst?

Being away from people is hard because you miss family and friends – but

the show makes up for it! It’s also difficult when our tour schedule consists

of ‘one night only’ performances in different cities because you tend to lose

track of where you are.

How physically gruelling is it? What type of fitness routine do you have?

The show is extremely physical especially given that it is part rock concert,

part construction site with continuous tapping. It definitely keeps you in shape

but I also run five times a week to help keep me show fit. In saying that though,

nothing can prepare you for the power and energy of performing in front of a

live audience.

There are different TAP dOG shows around the world. do you all do the

same routines or does the choreography change from group to group?

The show is completely choreographed and it is award-winning choreography by

my talented brother I might add! We mostly stick with the original choreography,

but we mix it up a bit when it comes to individual solos because it always makes

for a more impressive show if you tap to your strengths. TAP dOGS cast members

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How long has this group been together?

Some of us have been together for over ten years!

But we also have a few newer guys in this group

– it’s actually a great mix. The newer guys bring

a freshness to the show and the more seasoned

tappers give the newer guys something to look

up to.

Have you worked together before?

Yes we have! We have toured extensively –

France, Italy, Taiwan and Bahrain, just to name a

few locations!

What can the public expect to see at the

jupiters Hotel & casino show?

We are performing in the stunning new $20

million redeveloped Jupiters Theatre and are

excited to be able to bring our show to such a

world-class venue.

The show consists of 80 minutes of unstoppable,

fast-paced tapping. It is set on a construction site

in Newcastle – we actually build the set as we go

along – and it includes theatre, dance and music

for audiences of all ages. It is a full-scale stage

show production and we also have two female

percussionists who set the beat for our feet. There

are a few surprises too – we tap in water, upside

down and there is a particularly entertaining

grinder routine!

do you enjoy the travel?

The travel is great – TAP DOGS has toured

continuously throughout the world for the past 18

years with performances in over 330 cities, across

37 countries, on six continents, so we’ve seen

some amazing places.

The great thing about TAP DOGS is that there

is no dialogue in the show which means there

are no language barriers and we can take the

show anywhere! There is a story line, but we tell

the story through our feet, our demeanour and

our characters.

Is it nice to be able to do an extended season

like you are on the Gold coast?

Absolutely! It’s great to be able to really immerse

yourself in your surroundings and get accustomed

to a lifestyle for a while. And as mentioned, we are

really excited about performing in the redeveloped

Jupiters Theatre. We are only the second resident

stage show for the new venue and the facilities

are amazing.

How are you enjoying the Gold coast lifestyle?

We are really excited to be able to call the Gold

Coast home for the next few months. For some

reason, we usually spend our time chasing the

winter so it’s great to be somewhere sunny and

warm! We are looking forward to getting into the

water as much as we can. Some of the guys are

keen for surf lessons too.

What do you do in your spare time?

I play guitar! I have quite a collection of guitars,

so when I’m not tapping I take a break from

making music with my feet and try it with my

hands instead!

TAP dOGS

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From bands, boats and cricket bats to flags, fillies and fireworks, these iconic Australian events will provide hours of

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Carols by CandlelightCelebrate the magic of Christmas with song at the 2012 Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight. Held in Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl, this beloved family tradition brings together an array of top entertainers performing a mix of the season’s contemporary and traditional carols. visionaustralia.org.au

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Australia DayAustralia Day is our biggest annual celebration with a range of community events and programs organised in every state and territory throughout the nation. So whether you choose to attend the official Australia Day flag raising and citizenship ceremony in Canberra or just get together with your mates for a barbie on the beach, be sure you ‘celebrate what’s great’ this Australia Day.

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Joan Buttshosts her winter bridge holiday19 – 23 July 2013 Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, Qld

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aQuarius 21 January – 19 FebruaryUsually it is you lighting a fire under everyone else, but right now it is you who needs a little support. This

is not a major issue, you could just do with some guidance. Let people know what you need, and they will

come to you very quickly. You are on your way to achieving all that you have planned for this year, although

it doesn’t quite feel like that right now. Things will fall into place.

pisCes 20 February – 20 marchGive people the benefit of the doubt. One or two of them will disappoint you, but overall things will work

out very well. You will be happier handling the more practical things, so put your hand up for those tasks.

Socially there is a new person in the mix. You quite like them but everyone else is a little wary. They are

missing out on a very interesting person – this friendship will be a long term one.

aries 21 march – 20 aprilThere is a new relationship for singles. You knew they were interested, but did not realise that they have

the same depth of feeling as you, and definitely want to take things further. Friends will want you to take

things a little more slowly, but why waste time? You both feel the same, you are both grown up and you

both understand the risks. You will find that he or she is the love of your life!

taurus 21 april – 21 mayPick whatever aspect of your life you want to change, and it happens. It just needs a little focus and energy.

There are plenty of opportunities particularly if you are looking at a second residence. Changes to your

daily routine would not go amiss. Visit a different café or dine at another venue – it opens up opportunities

to meet new people and make some great connections.

gemini 22 may – 21 JuneEveryone thinks you are getting nowhere fast. You know exactly where you are in the scheme of things,

and it is these people interrupting which is holding you back. Bite your tongue and keep doing what works

for you. A young family member wants to be part of the action. Find them something to do, you will be

surprised how adept they are at it, and their self-esteem will go through the roof.

CanCer 22 June – 23 JulyJust as you are planning something totally for yourself, your dearest friend wants to be part of it. This time

you are going to have to say no, but in a delicate way. Perhaps organise a morning out especially for her

before you go. A piece of gossip reaches your ears. If it is true then a lot of things are going to change for

everyone in your social circle. Be prepared for a confession!

Leo 24 July – 23 augustTake what anyone says with a grain of salt until they deliver; and if it is on time, and correct, then that is

a bonus. There is one important deadline that has to be achieved, so do not leave anything important

to someone else, do it yourself. It may not be one of your skills but you know enough to get the job

done adequately.

virgo 24 august – 23 septemberIt is more important to keep things stable than to take a risk. While what you are being offered is tempting,

right now even the smallest loss will be difficult to recover. This investment is also dependent on the skills

of other people, and that is just too variable for now. However, if you are selling properties or investments,

then go for it, the price you get will be more than expected.

Libra 24 september – 23 octoberAny Libran starting up something new will be ecstatic at the response. Initial market research will show that

you have discovered a gap in the market. Make sure you use all your business and personal networks to

get things off the ground. You will need to keep healthy and fit. This is going to be a taxing, busy couple

of months, and the stronger you are, the easier it will be to get through it.

sCorpio 24 october – 22 novemberWhen most people are avoiding doing anything that costs money, you will be indulging yourself. A particular

dream is about to come true and it will add a whole new dimension to your life. A partner or lover will be

happy to embrace the dream and come along for the ride. You will not be in the mood for formal events,

casual get-togethers are more your style, and your friends agree.

sagittarius 23 november – 22 decemberEveryone loves a power struggle. Although not directly involved you will be asked for your advice. Your

man/woman wins the day. There are celebrations all round, and a rather nice reward for your assistance.

There is a formal wedding or some form of graduation or achievement ceremony that involves a close

family member such as daughter or son. A very proud day.

Starsby Jackie Pope

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CapriCorn 23 december – 20 January

Looking in the mirror and seeing a few wrinkles

that were not there a week or two ago? You know

it is time for some serious ‘me’ time. A holiday, a

spiritual retreat, a little surgery; whatever it takes

to bring you back into top form is what you need

to do. Spend a few weeks putting yourself first

and when you look in that mirror again, you will

be delighted at the results.

Somebody interesting shows up at a dinner party,

and certainly focuses on you! While you find them

charming and intriguing, that is about as far as it

goes. Make it clear to them you are not interested,

it will save some misunderstandings.

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About this time of year, I always get the same

memo from the editor – gently urging me to bear

in mind that this issue of the magazine will have a

‘festive’ air about it.

Resistance has become futile and, to be

honest, the joy of the holiday season – at least the

Christmas bit – was rekindled anyway by the arrival

of our daughter several years ago.

[As for New Year, well I have my disappearing

act just before midnight down to a fine art. By the

time I emerge from my bathroom hiding place

everyone’s forgotten who they’ve hugged and

kissed and I’ve managed to avoid even a single

‘mwah’ from ladies I don’t know or backslap from

blokes I don’t like.]

So in keeping with my upbeat celebratory

‘attitude’, I have decided that in 2013 I will allow

fewer things to annoy me. I’ve even been drawing

up a list of stuff that definitely, positively will no

longer get me in a funk. The problem is that my

inventory of irritants has turned out to be very long

indeed – so whittling it down to a manageable few

has in itself become quite annoying.

I should be miffed by grave issues – like the

stupidity of carbon tax, the futility of the war in

Afghanistan, and the weekly injustice of the Gold

Lotto results – but, instead, I get wound up by

unimportant stuff.

I’ve also noticed a pattern – confirming my

advancing years – that most things that irk me are

the doing of ‘young people’. I actually used to be

one of them but now I’ve reached that depressing

stage in life when I view anyone below 35 as a

completely different species; like something you’d

watch on the National Geographic Channel and

wonder ‘that’s fascinating; why on earth do they

do that?’.

Anyway, against this somewhat ageist

backdrop, I’ve come up with five issues which,

one way or another, I will be more mellow about

in the coming year. Some of them even have the

potential to make me rich:

brainless body Art: I will stop using tattoos

as a yardstick for judging levels of intelligence,

honesty or promiscuity. Most people get smarter

as they get older so in a few years girls with tramp-

stamps hovering above their butts and blokes with

skulls or Ford/Holden logos on their biceps will

represent a nice little earner for the laser-removal

salon I plan to establish. (BTW, I have no problem

with body art on people over 50 as it generally

indicates they have had exciting careers at sea or

were bikers in the cool Easy Rider era.)

barefoot in the carpark: I have a survival

motive for deciding to henceforth turn a blind eye

to all the young men and women I see walking

barefoot through carparks and shopping malls. My

problem has become that the older I get the louder

I mutter – and this year on an number of occasions

I’ve come perilously close to hollering ‘wash your

feet’ at people who may not take kindly to my

personal hygiene advice. The logic of marching

across boiling tarmac, potentially stepping on

pebbles, dog poo and broken glass escapes

me; have their mothers installed footbaths in lieu

of doormats? Going forward I will be recruiting a

team of door-to-door salesmen to follow these

kids home and offer their mums terrific deals on

carpet-cleaners.

Fashion for Idiots: Headwear is fine for

protection against the sun or the cold, but I’ve

always had a distrust of blokes who wear hats

as a fashion statement (same with men who

wear bowties to the office). Baseball caps worn

backwards particularly wind me up. Except that

in 2013 I’m going to launch a line of baseball caps

designed to be worn backwards. Hip-hop halfwits

(and maybe even Lleyton Hewitt) will buy them

and rebelliously flick them around the other way.

The genius of my idea being that not only will I be

making money but I’ll be significantly reducing the

number of young men who dress lemming-like and

walk our streets looking like complete idiots.

Mumbai calling: I know we all hate them but

you have to sympathise with well-educated young

people sitting in a third-world country whose best-

paying career opportunity is to subject themselves

to verbal abuse at the hands of angry Australians.

Actually, I quite enjoy the melodic good-nature of

the ones based in the Philippines; I’m less inclined

to listen to the heavily-accented ocker-speak

coming out of Mumbai. They invariably call when

I’m watching Deal Or No Deal but, even so, in my

new spirit of sanguinity from now on I’m going to

at least allow them the opportunity to deliver their

entire marketing pitch. Only then will I bellow ‘NO

DEAL!’ and hang up.

check-out cheapskates: I have been getting

increasingly irritated by being ushered towards

self-service check-outs in Coles. We’re fed the

line about them wanting to speed things up in the

best interests of the customer when we all know

that it’s all about cutting jobs and saving money.

Of course, there’s no pleasing me because, in

the past, I’ve complained about the intrusion of

human staff disinterestedly asking me ‘how’s your

day been so far?’. I’ve come up with a solution

which addresses both grievances in that now I

have conversations with the automated check-

out machine – imagining it has enquired about the

passage of my day – and find it quite cathartic

to rage against the machine with a blow-by-blow

account of everything that’s happened to me

since I stubbed my toe going to the bathroom that

morning. It’s the kind of intellectual exchange I

otherwise only enjoy with my shaving mirror. So if,

in 2013 you see someone in an animated exchange

with an unmanned supermarket checkout, that will

be me dealing with my anger issues.

******

Finally, I’m tired of making New Year resolutions

that I can never keep. Hence, for the start of the

coming year, I am turning convention on its head

and announcing that my goal is to put on a few

kilos by the end of March. Please don’t flatter me

– I know I don’t need to.

I’ve taken the opposite approach at the

beginning of many years and always let myself

down; this time I’m determined not to fail. My

diet plan includes not giving up drinking and not

cutting down on bread, pasta and potatoes. If

any of you have made a New Year promise to

yourselves and would like to compare notes at the

end of the first quarter then I’d be happy to do so.

I’ll guarantee that I will have shown the willpower

to stick by my resolution.

Bryan Matthews celebrates a more relaxed approach to the New Year.

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