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Twelve-year-old Charlie Treasure and his kelpie,

Belle, are always together — they’re either fencing,
practicing a bit of cricket or doing jobs around
their farm near Richmond, Tasmania. I just have to look at their portrait
on page 107 of our Dog Tales Special to see how much he loves her. What is
it about the dogs you have when you’re a child? Their terrible deeds become
family folklore — ours is Hugo the dachshund, who adored my mother so
fiercely that he bit any man in flared jeans who came within a metre of her
— but they are always remembered with affection. My favourite dog was
a blue heeler cross called Dawsey, who would occasionally, after a lot of
coaxing, balance on the saddle in front of me when I was riding my pony.
Ten-year-old Ava Mould and her sister Millie, eight, look like they’re
having a lot of fun feeding poddy calves and lambs, all while running
around with their beaglier, Maisy — who you can see having a well-earned
rest on our cover! In 2014, their parents, Megan and Paul, made the hard
decision to sell the much-loved family farm in South Australia to move
to the rich grazing country of Coleraine in south-west Victoria. “We
stepped into the hallway of this home and it was just like an envelope
around us,” says Megan. “It’s a really big home with high ceilings and
big rooms, and it felt so welcoming — I was quite emotional when I was
walking around it. I felt like I’d come home.”
Swags are not something you often see these days, so I was intrigued
when I heard about a couple in Western Australian making them by hand.
Gabrielle and John Andrews have walked the state’s Bibbulmun Track, and
completed other long treks, so you can be sure that one of their Murchison
River Swags or bags will last the distance. In fact, only one has ever been
returned for repairs and that was because “a lady’s horse had chewed the
zips off… I think there must have been an apple in the bag,” says Gabrielle
with a smile. This uniquely Australian story kicks off the issue on page 14.
Until next month,

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QUALITY HANDMADE SWAGS FROM THEIR WORKSHOP IN
WESTERN AUSTRALIA FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS.
WORDS V IRGINI A IMHOFF PHOTOGRAPHY M A R NIE H AWSON
 GLENFIELD WA PEOPLE

John Andrews stencils the Murchison

River Swags logo onto each of the swags
he makes with wool-bale ink. FACING PAGE
At seven feet long, the ‘King Brown’ is the
brand’s most popular swag.

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CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT John and
Gabrielle out for a walk with their
whippet, Jake; John has been making
traditional swags since 1983; the couple’s
two-hectare property is surrounded by
nature; John’s original ‘Deluxe Double’
swag. “He made this swag about 30 years
ago when the kids were little and we used
to take them camping up the beach,” says
Gabrielle; John at Glenfield Beach, less
than a kilometre from the couple’s home;
the four-wheel drive is packed for an
adventure; John goes to the beach for
a run with Jake several times a week.
“We thought it would be a good place to have a business and
bring up children, so that’s how we got to Geraldton.”
 CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT Some tools
of the swag-making trade; as well as
stencilling on the Murchison River
Swags branding, the couple sew leather
tags onto each product; Gabrielle hard
at work sewing the pieces that make up
the pockets for the label’s heavy-duty
canvas bags; Jake the 13-year-old
whippet follows the couple everywhere
and sleeps at their feet when they’re
busy in the workshop. FACING PAGE
Gabrielle and Andrew at the back of
their block in Glenfield. The couple
spent a year researching the perfect
materials for their quality swags.

“It took us a year to research different canvases and threads,
and to get the right design and materials, as we had decided
from the start that it would be the best of everything — we
didn’t want anything coming back for repair.”
They made swags in three sizes using quality Australian
cotton/polyester blend canvas for breathability and strength.
Then they started making gear bags — for themselves at first,
to carry riding gear when they were taking the kids to pony
club. Now the gear bag forms part of their range, which also
includes a travel bag and an overnight bag.
“We all had horses,” says Gabrielle. “Sarah had a pretty
but very naughty pony that made her a very good rider, and
an Arab and a thoroughbred that she competed on. I did
a couple of one-day events on my palomino and we got into
natural horsemanship, so we did an extra-large gear bag for
horses, padded with quilting and designed to carry a full-size
saddle, bridle and gear, and you’d put it in the float.” Most
people use it for carrying other gear, adds Gabrielle, and to
date they’ve only had one come back for repairs. “A lady’s
horse had chewed the zips off… I think there must have
been an apple in the bag!” she says.
The couple love working together and recently closed
the upholstery side of their business to concentrate on
Murchison River Swags, with Gabrielle making the bags
and John doing the swags (priced from $480 to $730).
While there were tough times in the early days, today they
sell their products Australia-wide and around the world.
“John is a good tradesman with such high standards We
always say, ‘If it was for me, what would I want?’”
Gabrielle. “We’ve always been on the same page.”
For information about Murchison River Swags, te ne
(08) 9938 1101 or visit murchisonriverswags.com
 GLENFIELD WA PEOPLE

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 ON THE MOVE

WOLLONGONG
PHOTOGRAPHY SAM McADAM-COOPER

Elise Cameron-Smith in her

workshop. FACING PAGE
Surfers below Flagstaff Hill,
at the northern end of
Wollongong City Beach.

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GETTING THERE

REASONS TO VISIT
BEACHES Just south of the
Royal National Park, the region
has 17 beautiful beaches that are
ILLUSTRATION DANIELLA GERMAIN PHOTOGRAPHY
seasonally patrolled. North Wollongong
beach is patrolled year round.
WOLLONGONG ART GALLERY
SAM McADAM COOPER (TRENT JANSEN)
One of the nation’s largest regional art
museums. Exhibitions change regularly.
Corner of Kembla and Burelli streets. (02)
4227 8500; wollongongartgallery.com
SEA CLIFF BRIDGE The 665-metre
bridge has a cycle path that winds around
the coastline. Nearby Coalcliff Rock Pool
is one of Elise Cameron-Smith’s favourite
places. “It’s a really beautiful rock pool,
so close to the mountain and right beside
the Sea Cliff Bridge,” she says.
COLEDALE RAINFOREST Take
a walk or guided trek under the cliffs of
the Illawarra Escarpment. 2 Morrison
Avenue, Coledale. (02) 4268 4460;
coledalerainforestretreat.com.au
AUSTRALIAN SURF TOURS Always
wanted to hang ten? There are surf
schools at City Beach, Bulli Beach and
The Farm Beach. 0404 703 374;
australiansurftours.com.au
REASONS TO STAY
LAIDBACK LIFESTYLE Its proximity
to Sydney, landscape and easy lifestyle
make it a great option for those wishing
to escape the city. Trent Jansen lives in
Thirroul, where he runs his design studio,
and often catches the train to and from
Sydney. “It’s a lovely balance, close to
the city but separated by the Royal
National Park — a barrier between the
urban and natural environment,” he says.
CULTURE Wollongong has a booming
cultural, arts and festival scene, and
the Wollongong City Council supports
its development with programs and
networking. wollongong.nsw.gov.au
WOLLONGONG NSW ON THE MOVE
THE ESSENTIALS
• University of Wollongong is
ranked in the top two per cent
of universities in the world.
• A number of private hospitals
and a teaching hospital are part
of the city’s infrastructure.
• Wollongong’s cheaper housing
market (35 per cent lower than the
greater Sydney area) and range
of industry make it a terrific
place to live and work, or commute
to Sydney for work. Visit
advantagewollongong.com.au
WILD RUMPUS This non-profit social
enterprise offers a range of workshops.
“They organise skill-share programs
on anything from fishing to weaving to
making tomato sauce,” says Elise. Don’t
miss the annual creative workshop
retreat called Jamboree Creative
Escape. wildrumpus.com.au;
jamboreesouthcoast.com.au >
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ON THE MOVE WOLLONGONG NSW

LAGOON Take it up a notch at the SHOP

region’s favourite seafood restaurant.
Fine dining overlooking North
Wollongong Beach at Stuart Park. (02)
4226 1677; lagoonrestaurant.com.au
PEPE’S ON THE BEACH This
beachside bar has a relaxed coastal
atmosphere with ocean views. 2–14 Cliff
Road, North Wollongong. (02) 4224 3111;
pepesonthebeach.com.au
EAT STREET MARKETS Foodies,
rejoice! You can get your fix every
Thursday from 5pm–9pm in the Crown
Street Mall. eatstmarkets.com
OPPORTUNITY
CALLS
ECONOMY: Since steelworks were
STAY developed at Port Kembla in 1927,
HEADLANDS Austinmer Beach steel production and coal has
Studios and apartments have stunning continued to stimulate the city’s
views of the coastline. Headlands economy. Manufacturing remains
Avenue, Austinmer. (02) 4200 1099; an important part of the city and
headlandshotel.com.au the construction of the Sea Cliff
EMERALD AND AQUA This boutique Bridge was a response to the
agency has a wide range of holiday increasing tourism industry.
accommodation on the South Coast. INDUSTRY: Wollongong is now
(02) 4207 9988; emeraldaqua.com.au recognised as a centre for
information technology, education
FOOD & WINE and health services. Its key
HUMBER A kitchen, cocktail bar and growth sectors are advanced
rooftop terrace on three levels in the old manufacturing, knowledge
Hillman Humber building at 226 Crown and defence services.
Street. (02) 4263 0355; humber.bar HOSPITALITY: Since 2014,
EARTH WALKER AND CO Like local 65 new small bars and cafes have
produce? Then you’ll love this café and opened around the region.
general store. 749 Lawrence Hargrave EXPORTATION: A $75-million
Drive, Coledale. (02) 4622 1684. investment in Port Kembla, just
BALINESE SPICE MAGIC This cosy nine kilometres to the south, which
restaurant is a favourite with locals. included 17 new silos, has increased
130 Keira Street. (02) 4227 1033; grain export capability.
balinesespicemagic.com.au
FINBOX SURF SHOP AND CAFE
“It’s a great independent surf shop
with an awesome café that’s become
a local hangout,” says Elise. 269
Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Thirroul.
(02) 4268 2050; finbox.com.au
THE EGG AND DART This gallery
supports local and emerging artists.
(02) 4268 4885; egganddart.com.au
NEST EMPORIUM Come here for
interesting homewares, artworks and
gifts. 287 Lawrence Hargrave Drive,
Thirroul. nestemporium.com.au
HUDDLE AND CO Locally designed
and handcrafted furniture and
homewares. huddleandco.com
LEE AND ME A half café, half boutique
hotspot with great coffee. 87 Crown
Street. leeandme.com.au
LUCA LUNA This gift shop has sublime
planters, vessels and flowers. 1/364
Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Thirroul.
(02) 4268 6666; lucaluna.com.au
LOCAL MARKETS Support local
artists, designers and makers by visiting
Coledale markets (every fourth Sunday
at Coledale Public School), Friday Forage
markets (every Friday in the Crown
Street Mall) and the Foragers Market
foragersmarkets.com.au

PROPERTY Simon Micallef, sales executive at Ray White Wollongong,

says the local property market continued to rise last year, thanks to plenty
of demand from buyers and more and more people discovering the area
when looking for options outside the city. On average, 1000 people are
moving to the Illawarra region every month. “The university and new private
hospital, along with further developments, are the main drawcards in terms
of local infrastructure, as well as the plan to improve the transport link
between Sydney and Wollongong,” explains Simon.

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 PHOTOGRAPHY MARNIE HAWSON

next month…
Our annual art issue showcases the homes and work spaces
of some of regional Australia’s most talented creatives.
 A MON T H IN T HE COUN T RY
Head to Queensland’s Sunshine
Coast and take in all the natural
beauty that Noosa has to offer
(page 112).

This month you can check out a uniquely Australian exhibition, watch baby
turtles hatch in Queensland or enjoy a food festival with a Japanese twist.

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VICTORIA

NSW

NSW

The garden at the Everglades

property, Leura, NSW. ABOVE
Clementine Restaurant, Yass.

NEXT MONTH
Taradale Mineral Springs Festival, March 11th
Try mineral water, local wine, produce including olives and oils,
preserves, puddings, multicultural food and more at this pretty
town festival in central Victoria.There are children’s activities
and plenty of spots for a picnic. Plus, it’s easily accessible by
road and rail from Melbourne, so take a little more time to
explore this lovely region. 10am–4pm, Taradale Springs Reserve,
Taradale. maldoncastlemaine.com.au
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TANYA HENNESSY
 best childhood. In the
ns my friends and I would
bikes around the lake and
at each other’s houses
in the pool. We used to live
at the beach or in the pool which is
strange as you couldn’t pay me to wear
swimmers now. We lived near Lake
Macquarie so we’d roller blade around
the lake — how old school is that? It’s
so vast and crystal clear. I feel lucky
that that’s my home and my lake.
My dad used to work for Mars
fundraising so up until I was 15 years
old he worked for a business that sold >
PHOTOGRAPHY MARTIN OLLMAN
 “
LAKE MACQUARIE
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COMING HOME

MOST PEOPLE WOULD FIND it hard to pack up a much-loved
family farm, say goodbye to a familiar community and start
all over again interstate. But in 2014, that’s what Megan and
Paul Mould did with their children, Harry, now 14, Ava, 10,
and eight-year-old Millie. At the time, they were farming
Hereford beef on a 5000-hectare property north-east of
Tintinara in South Australia, but there were several factors
at play in their decision to relocate.
“It’s not something you do lightly, but we were looking for
country with a higher reliability of rainfall and carrying
capacity. To be able to move to a much smaller property,
running the same amount of stock, is a lot easier for a family
unit to run,” says Megan. “We were also looking for an
area where there are good education opportunities for our
children, and a well-serviced centre with proximity to markets.
It was really a combination of things to benefit our family.”
They had already pinpointed the region around
Hamilton in south-west Victoria as a likely place and had
been looking for a while when Megan’s sister, Sally Jarvis,
who lives at Balmoral, north-west of Hamilton, sent them
information about a farm for sale at nearby Coleraine.
“We thought it looked like a beautiful property and a
beautiful home but we didn’t look at it seriously,” says Megan.
“We had a bit of a laugh because the home looked so big and
magnificent, but it was lovely and we thought, ‘Wouldn’t
it be nice to live there?’” They did, however, decide to have
a look at the place, and, as Megan says, “The rest is history”.
Mount Koroite is 966 hectares of rich dark soil,
of red gum plateau and hills running down to the
creek. It’s located five kilometres east of Coleraine
and about 30 kilometres north-west of Hamilton.
The original homestead was built in the 1860s, and
then added to in grand Queen Anne style after 1911
COLER A INE V ICTORIA HOME
on the winnings of the then presiding owner’s horse,
The Parisian, in the Melbourne Cup.
Megan, 43, remembers clearly the first time she and Paul,
50, walked into the house. “We stepped into the hallway of
this home and it was just like an envelope around us,” she
explains. “It’s a really big home with high ceilings and big
rooms, and it felt so welcoming — I was quite emotional
when I was walking around it. I felt like I’d come home.”
Megan had grown up on a station just outside of Broken
Hill, and Paul on family pastoral properties north of Port
Augusta in South Australia. “I grew up in an old station
homestead, and this home had a familiar feeling, the same
smell that old country homes can have,” says Megan.
Meanwhile, Paul had a similar reaction to the farming
land, as Megan explains, “It had been a great spring that
year and there was a lot of feed, and the stock was healthy
and the fences were pretty good, and my husband fell in
love with the farm and was getting a little excited about
the possibilities there. It just ticked all the boxes.”
When they finally moved in, Megan had doubts whether
they’d have enough furniture to fill the big rooms. But that
hasn’t been a problem thanks to a number of handed-down
family pieces and the fact she and Sally run a small business
together, Limewash Vintage, finding and rehoming old
wares, furniture and collectables. “I love having a revolving
collection of furniture going through my house, changing it
around, putting it in different rooms, and then something
else will come in for a few days or weeks,” says Megan.
The house was in good order and the couple felt its
imperfections gave it character and warmth. Although
she’s painted most rooms off-white — “I have been nearly
permanently attached to a paintbrush!” — Megan is still
reluctant to change the old floral Axminster carpet >
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 BOONAH QUEENSLA ND HOME
Built in 1910, this house was originally
a Bethel Lutheran church from
Lowood, more than 60 kilometres
west of Brisbane, and was relocated
to the property. The weatherboards
are painted in Dulux Silkwort with
Dulux Domino used for the trim.

DIVINE INTERVENTION
THIS OLD CHURCH TURNED FAMILY HOME MAKES THE PERFECT
BACKDROP FOR CHERYL CARR’S COLLECTED TREASURES.
WORDS CLA IR E M ACTAGGA RT PHOTOGRAPHY MARNIE HAWSON PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT NICOLA SEV ITT
48 COUNTRY ST Y LE FEBRUARY 2018
 CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT The pew was a garage
sale find; Cheryl bought the hutch in the living area
when she was only 18 — it came from a shearing
shed at Taralga; rolling farmland; Cheryl making
lunch wearing a tunic from Bed Tonic. The wall light
is from the Ipswich Antique Centre. FACING PAGE
“I’m drawn to antique cooking utensils,” says Cheryl.
For stockist details, see page 133.
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52 COUNTRY ST Y LE FEBRUARY 2018
GRAND DESIGN
HOME FISH CR EEK V ICTOR I A

The sitting room has a concrete slab floor and

poured concrete benches with views over
Corner Inlet and Wilson’s Promontory. The
wood burning stove on the bench is Stovax.
FACING PAGE The black wood-burning Esse
stove is for cooking and heating, with a wetback
that provides hot water. The white ‘Devonshire’
wall tiles are from Bespoke Tile and Stone in
Richmond; sliding doors open the living area into
the courtyard. Silvertop ash was used for the
decking. For stockist details, see page 133.

JACKIE AND RICHARD DARGAVILLE have a strong affinity
with Fish Creek, a small artistic community and farming
region, close to Wilsons Promontory National Park in South
Gippsland, Victoria. Fifteen years ago, they were still residing
in Melbourne, where Richard was a doctor, when they
bought a small hobby farm near Fish Creek and raised cattle
biodynamically. For Jackie though, a retired physiotherapist,
her connection to the region went a lot further back than that.
“I had a very good friend that studied physio with me
decades ago and she moved to Fish Creek and I used to come
down here and visit her. That was my initial taste of the area
and that love of the area never left me,” she says. “We had our
hobby farm on the other side of Fish Creek and we hadn’t
retired then; I suppose for about five years we were keeping
an eye out for the ideal block to scale down to. When we were
looking to settle somewhere, it seemed like a natural place
to come; it felt like coming home.”
Four years ago, they found a site that met their wish list
— water views, not too steep, and the right size. “The block
is about one hectare, it was bare and had been subdivided,”
Jackie explains. “Once it had been the old post office site for
a settlement called The Hoddle, so we called the property
The Hoddle to try to maintain that name for history.”
The wedge of land they found in Fish Creek, 170 kilometres
south-east of Melbourne, ran along the top of a ridgeline
with extraordinary views of mountains and Corner Inlet.
The high, exposed location meant it was at the mercy
of the elements, and that exposure, along with the fact
that the couple have such a large extended family (they
have 13 grandchildren between them), were driving factors
in the design of their new home.
“We wanted a compact home that was sustainable, but we
also needed a house that would stretch to accommodate our
grandchildren and family,” says Jackie. The search for an
architect to interpret their brief led them to Kim Bridgland,
director of architectural firm Edition Office in Melbourne.
“Part of the design brief was their really strong connection
to place, but also protection from the severe Gippsland winds
and high sustainability,” Kim says. “Another central factor
was having a level of connectivity, so they could break the
house down into smaller components.”
The building was finished in late 2016 and designed as
three independent pavilions, separated by sheltered internal
courtyards and linked by a central corridor running the
length of the house. A high brick wall wraps around the rear,
providing protection from the western sun and the fairly
busy road that runs between Fish Creek and Foster.
While the main living spaces face towards the national
park, they also get the northern sun. “The best views are
to the south-east and there was a bit of juggling to get the
combination of northerly sun, and south-eastern views,”
Richard says. “The rooms in the pavilions that face the
courtyards have angled windows on their northern side,
and that’s how we solved that dilemma.”
Jackie says the heart of the home is the wood stove in the
kitchen. “It’s a big black shiny monster called Esse, which
has a wetback and provides hot water in winter,” she says.
“The wetback supplies heating into the slab floor, too. We just
love the stove, but it’s taken a good year for us to master it,
and we’ve learnt that you have to have extremely dry wood.
When we don’t want to light a wood stove every day in
summer, we have a small induction cooktop as back-up.” >
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CLOCKWISE, FROM ABOVE There are framed views in every direction
from the living area. The ‘Trace’ drinks trolley by Adam Goodrum is from
Tait; silvertop ash kitchen cabinetry contasts with the ceiling in black
film-faced birch ply from Maxi Plywood. The ‘Baby Barrel’ sidetable
is by Mark Tuckey; the Adam Goodrum outdoor furniture in the main
courtyard is from Tait. The ‘Belt’ sidetable is from Mark Tuckey. FACING
PAGE A wide servery in the kitchen gives visual access to the living
areas and the view beyond. Jackie says it was inspired by the Rose
Seidler house in Sydney. For stockist details, see page 133.
 FISH CR EEK V ICTOR I A HOME

ABOUT THE HOUSE

• Northern orientation, external shading and effective cross-ventilation
ensures efficient passive solar heating and cooling. In winter, extra heat
is provided by the hydronic slab and panel heating, as well as an Esse
990CH wetback slow-combustion wood oven in the kitchen, which
boosts the hydronic system. esse.com
• A 60,000-litre rainwater tanks supply the house with water.
• All waste is treated on site with a worm farm composting treatment
system. Materials are specified as low-VOC, and bricks are recycled.
• Internal living room walls are finished with silvertop ash lining boards
in Cabot’s Beach House Grey half-tint. 1800 011 006; cabots.com.au.
• Bedrooms are painted Intergrain clear matte. The gyprock plasterboard
is finished in Dulux Whisper White. intergrain.com.au; dulux.com.au
• Ceilings are black film-faced birch plywood from Maxi Plywood.
1300 761 741; maxiplywood.com.au

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 GET THE LOOK HOME

5
3

in the black

For stockist details, see page 133.

11

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The glorious view from Fishermans Bay
Garden on the Banks Peninsula of New
Zealand’s South Island. The signature
trees are Cordyline australis, commonly
known as cabbage trees. Another of
New Zealand’s favourite perennials,
Astelia, lines the pathway.
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 COME INTO VIEW
THIS GARDEN ON NEW ZEALAND’S BANKS PENINSULA SEAMLESSLY
BLENDS IN WITH THE SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE.
WORDS CHR ISTINE R EID PHOTOGRAPHY CLA IR E TA K ACS
GARDEN BA NKS PENINSULA NEW ZEA LA ND

SURPRISES ARE PART AND PARCEL of visiting gardens.

Sometimes it’s the joy of seeing a rare plant in bloom or
fabulous trees; on other occasions it might be the landscape
setting or meeting the famous owner. However, visiting
a garden on the remote Banks Peninsula in New Zealand,
there was one surprise I had never encountered before.
It was when owner Jill Simpson calmly announced she
had penguins at the bottom of the garden.
The Banks Peninsula celebrates prominent British
botanist Joseph Banks. It was Captain James Cook on
his Endeavour voyage who named the peninsula after
him (Banks was also on the ship) on February 17, 1770.
Cook thought the peninsula was an island and never did
discover that it was part of the land mass of New Zealand’s
South Island. Volcanic in origin, and about 1150 square
kilometres, the magnificent landscape is evidence of the
combined effects of glacial and water erosion.
Jill and husband Richard’s garden, Fishermans Bay,
overlooks these cold waters of the southern Pacific Ocean,
where the gales of the Roaring Forties — strong westerly
winds found south of the equator, generally between the
latitudes of 40 and 50 degrees — are ever present. They can
see the penguins, as well as fur seals and their pups, from
vantage points in their garden, 150 metres above sea level.
As the garden sits at 44 degrees south, the wind is the
determining factor in the space’s planting and design.
“Wind gusts of 140 kilometres per hour are exceptional,
but 120-kilometre-per-hour winds are not exceptional,”
Jill says. Gale-force winds are just a way of life here.
The property — about 20 minutes’ drive from the
historic French settlement of Akaroa — was originally
settled as a dairy farm in the early 20th century. Old
barns and outbuildings still huddle beneath massive
Monterey cypress trees, shaped by the prevailing winds.
Jill and Richard have owned the property for 20 years,
and some 10 years ago, rebuilt the house. Jill, an art
history graduate and a landscape designer, then set
to work reshaping the area.
“I’ve always known that gardens are part of their
surroundings and that one should take advantage of
a shared landscape when laying out a garden,” Jill says.
“But gardening against such dramatic views, as we have
here, has been transforming. It took gardening in such
a visually dominant environment to make me realise
how completely a garden is of its own place.”
With admirable clarity, Jill articulates her understanding
of the landscape she lives in. “The interplay of huge skies,
rugged wild coast and ever-present views of sea, sky and
cliffs have the strongest influence,” she explains. >

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT Jill Simpson heads up the path from
the beach; low-growing hebe shrubs and Astelia ‘Silver Spears’ cover the
hillside, keeping the view almost uninterrupted; an iron seat, delicately
wrought, makes a great place to admire the view; frosty curls of a succulent;
mounding grasses reflect the shape of the cliffs behind; phormium leaves;
layers of foliage protect the house from the cold southerly winds.

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 A contrast in windswept grasses.
The old cypress trees in the background
have been shaped by the prevailing
winds of the Roaring Forties.
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 BA NKS PENINSULA NEW ZEA LA ND GARDEN

“It’s also the continually changing light — from

gorgeous oranges, as the sun rises from the ocean,
to the hard, crisp light in the middle of the day that
bleaches out all but the strongest colours, and the soft
pinks of sunset reflected in the evening sky.”
Jill, who designed gardens for a living in Christchurch
before purchasing the Akaroa property, explains her vision
for Fishermans Bay. “Every planting in the garden is of
itself as you look at it, but it’s of the landscape, too. For
example, the hebe hummocks reflect the undulating
ridge lines of the land reaching out into the distance, and
their flowers reflect the colours of sea and sky,” Jill says.
“I keep trying to capture the essence of place in a truly New
Zealand way with low-growing shrubs and tall, grass-like
plants. But, then, I’m a gardener, so I can’t resist colour
and foliage contrast experiments as well.”
Jill and Richard are founding members of the Banks
Peninsula Conservation Trust, which they set up in 2001.
The non-profit organisation aims to help other local
landowners preserve and improve the native biodiversity
around farms and homes on the peninsula.
The structure and texture of native New Zealand plants is
best seen in Jill’s superb collection of hebes, 150 species and
cultivars at last count. “They tolerate the climate really
well, even the salt-laden winds, and some of them won’t
even grow in Auckland [North Island],” Jill says. Winding
paths lead the visitor through a garden of varied areas
— from a shady fern gully to a traditional flower border to
a wild and exposed rock garden. “It’s possible for me to just
plant with one particular area in mind and I can blend and
contrast different plants as the mood takes me,” she says.
For Jill, taking advantage of the beautiful surrounding
landscape and the sweeping views was something she
couldn’t ignore. “As far as the design of this garden goes,
whether near the house or further out, the views are always
there — you just can’t avoid the drama of the scenery,” she
says. “In the classic way, I have made sure that the plantings
become more naturalistic and less structured as you move
away from the house. I try to get the natural wetland and
forest backdrop to blend with the garden plantings as
seamlessly as I can manage.”

gardening at some point.”

April. For more information, telephone +64 3 304 7367

or visit fishermansbay.nz

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT Wide-berth steps lead the eye through
a sheltered area to the vista beyond; colourful phormiums are a highlight
among the grasses; silver plants thrive in the salty air; the garden’s
elevated outlook; Jill’s design expertise is evident in this landscaping
contrast of foliage and form; eye-catching phormium; planting is kept
to a mimimum where the spectacular view is all-embracing.

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 FLOR A L DECORATING

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Warm shades of pink and orange evoke thoughts of beautiful
sunsets and sweet summer fruit. Colour your home in
seasonal peach tones with florals from the garden or market.
 FLOR A L DECORATING

TOP LEFT, FROM LEFT ‘Pelosa’ dining table, $1799, from Provincial Home Living. Astier de Villatte dish, $60, from Bangalow Pharmacy. York St candles, $2.19
a four-pack, and candlesticks, $2.19 a four-pack, both from Leo’s Fine Food and Wine. Gold cutlery, $59 a set, from West Elm. ‘Bodega’ stemless wine glass,
$6, from Pottery Barn. ‘Diamond’ tumbler, $20, from The Shelley Panton Store. ‘Flocca’ linen tablecloth, $349, from Hale Mercantile Co. TOP RIGHT ‘Talo’
apron, $169, and shirt, $139, both from Country Road. ‘Basix’ linen napkin, $22, from Hale Mercantile Co. Secateurs, $39, from Scout House. BOTTOM
LEFT, FROM LEFT Footed bowl, POA, from Notary Ceramics. ‘Ligo’ chair, $2290, from Hale Mercantile Co. The Kinfolk Entrepreneur, $49.95, and Wabi-Sabi
Welcome, $65, both from Readings. Hay notebook, $28, from Cult Design. Astier de Villatte Splash Orange Amére fragrance, $195; Astier de Villatte Rue
Saint-Honoré candle, $100; and Astier de Villatte ‘Flame’ candle lid, $90, all from Bangalow Pharmacy. BOTTOM RIGHT, FROM LEFT Stoneware plate, about
$150, from Herriott Grace. Gold cutlery, as before. ‘Seri’ tumbler, $44.95 a set, from Country Road. ‘Bits and Bobs’ lidded bowl, $40, from Hay. Himalayan
salt slab, $49.95, from Gewürzhaus. ‘Cumulus’ carafe, $49.95, from Country Road. ‘Bubble’ vase, $26, from Flowers Vasette. FACING PAGE, CLOCKWISE,
FROM TOP LEFT ‘Tropez’ bench, $699, from Provincial Home Living. ‘Vintage’ cushion in Blush, $69.95, and ‘Vintage’ fringe cushion in Marshmallow,
$59.95, both from Aura by Tracie Ellis. Linen cushion in Desert Rose, $91, and rectangular cushion in Musk, $90, both from Curious Grace. Hale Mercantile
Co ‘Macaron’ cushion, $129, from Manon Bis. ‘Thyme’ mohair Throw, $199.95, from Provincial Home Living. ‘Libeco’ linen cushion cover in Blush, $104, from
Pottery Barn. ‘Loma’ cushion in Dove Grey, $69.95, from Provincial Home Living. Belgian curtain, $89, from Pottery Barn. Rug, POA, from Loom Rugs. Vintage
bucket, stylist’s own. Brass vase, $22, from Flowers Vasette. Ceramic bowl, $60, from Sophie Harle. Tapas bowl, $54.95 a set of four, from Country Road. For
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The Country Style Homewares range will add a touch of
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coconuts along the coast of the
Port Douglas region in Far North
PHOTOGRAPHY SAM McADAM-COOPER STYLING SARAH

Queensland and turn the flesh

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CLOCKWISE, FROM ABOVE
Oyster harvest; Dom working
the lease; Merimbula Lake
is a gorgeous pocket of
wilderness; a Sydney Rock
Oyster; the Lake’s sea grass
provides a habitat for all sorts
of sea life; checking oysters
for size; Dom and Pip; old
signage indicates how long
oysters have grown in
Merimbula Lake and how
important they are to the
town’s economy. FACING
PAGE A view over the lake.
OUR LIFE IN THE COUNTRY M A RGA R ET R I V ER WA
Lara and Jamie and their three year-old
border collie Hunter at the front of their
home. “When we came here it was an old
shed turned into a house and we’ve been
playing with that and adding to it for the past
20 years,” says Jamie. FACING PAGE Chickens
and guinea fowl roaming in the orchard.

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 THE GOOD LIFE
THIS WESTERN AUSTRALIAN COUPLE TRADED IN CORPORATE LIFE
FOR ONE OF FARMING, WINEMAKING AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY.
WORDS CLA IR E M ACTAGGA RT PHOTOGRAPHY M A R K ROPER
102 COUN T RY ST Y LE FEBRUARY 2018
when I was quite young and, while we lived in
the city, we went up there on weekends. I found
an old kids’ book that I must have filled in when
I was five or six years old and I had written
down that I wanted to be a farmer. Somewhere and I couldn’t manage it without her.
in the intervening years, I forgot about that,
but I suppose it was always there for me.
Lara and I really love the fact that we’ve
created a working life we can enjoy together.
Lara had a career in the city and I had to
rescue her from that — it was like a hostage
extraction operation with the hostage
suffering from Stockholm syndrome. Now
we are down here, she thinks it was her idea. with the volunteer bush fire brigade.
I have loved the opportunity to bring up
a family with space, clean air and access to
the ocean, and all the great things we have
down here. It’s given the boys an understanding
of living in a community that you don’t get

it’s an idyllic way to grow up.

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 BELLE THE KEPLIE, RICHMOND, TASMANIA
This cricket-loving kelpie knows when it’s time to focus.

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 JESSIE THE LABRADOR, WILYABRUP, WA
Guests are always happy to be greeted by this lovable labrador.
Visitors who drop into Pierro Margaret River Vineyard at
Wilyabrup are greeted by an affable chocolate labrador at the
cellar door. But when there’s an opportunity to help in the
nearby Fire Gully vineyard, the six-year-old dog will jump at
that, too. “If the guys come in early to do canopy management
or pruning, she’ll take off with them. I don’t know if it’s their
company or their lunch boxes that she’s after,” says Veronica
Cullity, partner of Pierro vineyard founder, Dr Mike Peterkin.
Jessie is the second Jessie that Mike has owned; Jessie
number one, as they now refer to her, was a part-black
labrador who was “absolutely gorgeous” and passed away
when she was 15. Attached as he was to her, it took a while
for Mike to look for another dog. Eventually he found the
second Jessie near Perth. “He got this cute seven-week-old
PHOTOGRAPH MARK ROPER
labrador,” says Veronica. “And as a puppy Jessie was really
energetic. Mike had never had one that young before and
she used to sit under his desk in his office at the winery
and slowly chew through his work boots.”
As she’s matured, Jessie has become gentler. “She’s turned
into a gorgeous dog with an incredible nature. My daughter
Eleanor used to call Jessie the devil dog when she was a puppy
because she was mad, but now she loves her. Eleanor lives in
New York and I think she only comes home to visit the dog!”
After a day at the cellar door, Mike and Veronica often
take Jessie for a walk at Gracetown Beach. She also loves
spending time with Mike’s 32-year-old son, Nic Peterkin,
who lives nearby and produces his L.A.S Vino label at Pierro.
“All Jessie has is love for people; she makes people feel
warm,” says Nic. “When customers come to the winery,
they all smile when they see her.” >
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LOUIS THE KELPIE, MALENY, QUEENSLAND
A cattle producer and her kelpie make a successful
partnership in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
JOURNEY NOOSA QUEENSLAND

VISITORS TO NOOSA WILL NO DOUBT anticipate gorgeous

beaches and plentiful sunshine, yet the famed beachside
community also has a down-to-earth appeal coupled with
an exceptional food scene that often eludes trendy holiday
destinations. “I moved from Sydney and have lived up here
for 17 happy years,” says renowned local chef David Rayner,
owner of Noosaville’s Thomas Corner Eatery. “It’s a region
where we rely on dealing direct with growers.”
Along with the increasing popularity of farmers’ markets,
says David, Noosa is enjoying more and more artisan
producers. It is this abundance of regional produce, from
seafood to tropical fruits, that makes the restaurant offering
so vibrant. Thomas Corner Eatery, with its beautifully
plated dishes and outdoor deck overlooking Noosa River, is
a favourite for good reason — the eatery typifies the relaxed
sophistication that both locals and holidaymakers love.
Located at the heart of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and
approximately 150 kilometres north of Brisbane, Noosa is
situated between a river, national park and surf beaches.
The impressive natural beauty means the area was recognised
as Queensland’s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2007.
There is a focus on sustainable tourism, and just 20 minutes’
drive from the beaches, a lush hinterland peppered with deft
artisan producers is deserving of its own journey.
Noosa offers rich contrasts in close proximity, the town
comprising three main areas — Noosa Heads, Noosa Junction
and Noosaville. Many would say Noosa Heads is the heart of
the region, and, despite the summer crowds, it’s an essential
starting point. At the annual Noosa Food and Wine Festival,
local and international chefs take over Hastings Street (and
the region) each May to host long lunches, cooking classes
and tepee-covered dinners under the stars.
Eateries range from informal to fine dining on leafy
Hastings Street, which runs parallel to Noosa Main
Beach, one of the few beaches in Australia that faces north.
Long-time resident Bistro C is a standout. Waterfront views
and bohemian interiors attract tourists, but its relaxed feel
and simple, thoughtful dishes — the calamari with chilli,
lime and coriander dip is a classic — keep locals coming back.
At one end of Hastings Street, a boardwalk follows a scenic
30-minute trail to the entrance of Noosa National Park,
where a swim at Little Cove — a pocket of crystalline water
framed by pandanus trees — is highly recommended.
Walkers might even spot a koala or black cockatoo along the
way. At the other end, dog-friendly Noosa Spit Recreation
Reserve is a popular spot for boats to park for the day.
Accommodation is ample and several major hotel chains
can be found at the beach. Airbnb options range from
seaside shacks to expansive villas, with The Lodge Noosa
Heads leading the way when it comes to family-friendly
properties. The three-bedroom retreat is furnished in
natural textures and coastal touches that reflect its
surrounds. An outdoor deck and barbecue mean guests
can make the most of balmy evenings. >

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 Grace Wood is a fibre artist
and designer based in the NSW
Blue Mountains. FACING PAGE
Fashion and interior designer,
Collette Dinnigan, wearing an
Sea NY top from East 43.
PHOTOGRAPHY JESSICA LINDSAY FACING PAGE, PHOTOGRAPHY HUGH STEWART

FASHION DESIGNER COLLETTE DINNIGAN

AND TEXTILE ARTIST GRACE WOOD REVEAL
THEIR WARDROBE MUST-HAVES.

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PHOTOGRAPHY FELIX FOREST FACING PAGE AND PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY HUGH STEWART
What is inspiring your work at the moment?
CLOCKWISE, FROM ABOVE
Collette and her son, Hunter; Everything about Italy.
her impressive vegetable What’s on high rotation in your wardrobe
garden; Collette loves right now? My Mani khaki pants — wool,
surrounding herself with
flowers; the dining room easy fit, utilitarian but elegant.
at her home. What cosmetic products do you love?
I love La Mer Regenerating Serum, in fact
all their products. I also love Sisley Black
Rose Precious Face Oil. Barneys make
a great fragrance called Route de Thé,
and I don’t go far without my Lanolips.
What do you like to surround yourself
with at home? Family, friends, flowers,
art, music and good food.
Do you have a favourite flower? Scented
PRODUCT SOURCING NICOLA SEVITT

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What book are you reading now? I have just
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What’s the best style advice you have ever
received? Always look after your hair and feet;
and it is better to be elegantly underdressed
than overdressed for most occasions. However,
my mother said always wear colour! >
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The terrace at Collette’s

Milton home features
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PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY JESSICA LINDSAY ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY FELIX FOREST
shirt has been a part of my wardrobe since
I was a teenager. It’s had various incarnations
— worn long and oversized, buttoned up,
unbuttoned, tucked in and untucked, as a dress.
Where do you shop for shirts? COS for the
PRODUCT SOURCING NICOLA SEVITT
CLOCKWISE, FROM ABOVE Grace wearing a coat from
her Shhorn label; with one of the lambs on her family farm;
a cleaning brush and awl are a couple of tools Grace works
with; the farmhouse on her family’s Clear Creek property in
Bathurst. FACING PAGE A selection of Grace’s cushion
covers, including the ‘Black Ring’ and ‘Blue Lace’ styles.
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business as usual
LESS IS MORE

YOU KNOW A TREND HAS TRULY taken off when a hashtag goes
viral: the #nomakeup movement has unleashed a torrent of
enthusiasm on social media since last summer. Celebrities
such as Alicia Keys, Lady Gaga and even Rihanna (who
recently launched her own make-up line) have proudly
posted snaps of themselves sans face paint.
Wearing absolutely no make-up might make a powerful
statement in the uber-glam world of Hollywood but, on the
streets, the less-is-more approach to beauty generally doesn’t
equate to wearing no make-up at all. It’s more about looking
effortless, rather than foregoing making effort altogether:
think glowing skin, a quick slick of mascara and a dab of
sheer colour on lips and cheeks for a pretty, youthful flush.
The natural look is easy to pull off if your skin is in good
condition. “If you look after your skin, then you don’t
need to use as much base,” says Jess Hart, model and
founder of Luma Cosmetics. “Skincare containing
skin-loving oils, such as jojoba, rosehip and
coconut, is really important for a fresh, “It’s more about
glowing look.” If you’re using oil — we
particularly love Jurlique Skin Balancing looking effortless,
Face Oil ($69) — give it 10 minutes to sink
in before applying anything else.
rather than
“The most common mistake I see women foregoing making
making is applying too much foundation,”
says Laura Steven, national training manager effort altogether.”
at L’Oréal Active Cosmetics Division. Using a
blending sponge can help create a more natural effect.
“Wet the sponge, rinse out excess moisture and apply the fluid
foundation direct to the sponge before dabbing quickly across
your face,” she says. “Be sure to fully blend from chin to neck.”
Clinique Even Better Glow Light Reflecting Make-up SPF 15
($55) has 27 shades in its dewy skin formulation, so it’s easy
MAIN PHOTOGRAPH PRUE RUSCOE STYLING LARA HUTTON MAKE-UP ANNETTE MCKENZIE
to find a good fit, while a dab of La Mer The Concealer ($150)
under the eye will hide any signs of tiredness.
If you don’t have time for fussy blending, there are plenty
of speedy options. “A light coverage tinted moisturiser
with skin-illuminating ingredients, such as crushed pearl,
is the perfect way to even out the complexion for a natural
look,” says Jess. The ultra-luxe La Prairie Cellular Swiss
Ice Crystal Transforming Cream SPF 30 ($260) ticks all
the boxes with its light texture and the added benefits of
sunscreen ingredients. If your skin is oily, you might
FROM LEFT La Mer The Concealer ($150). Natio Glowing Bronzer Palette ($19.95). RMS Beauty Lip2cheek Rouge in Demure ($52). Burt’s Bees Matte Lip Crayon
($16.95). Benefit Benetint Lip and Cheek Stain ($55). Eles Baked Blush ($38). Jane Iredale In Touch Cream Blush ($45). Clinique Even Better Glow Light Reflecting
Make-up SPF 15 ($55). La Roche-Posay Toleriane Teint Mineral Compact-Powder Mineral Complexion Corrector ($39.95). La Prairie Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal
Transforming Cream SPF 30 ($260). Luma On the Glow Highlighter in Take Me Topaz ($29.95). Dr Hauschka Bronzing Powder ($59). For stockist details, see page 133.
HEALTH AND BEAUTY
prefer a mattifying mineral powder such as La Roche-Posay
Toleriane Teint Mineral Compact Foundation ($39.95).
When it comes to adding subtle colour, cream formulations
are particularly flattering because they create a dewy, more
natural-looking finish. “Try a cream-based lip and cheek tint
that is close to your natural lip colour and that is buildable
so you can control the colour,” says Jess.
Jane Iredale In Touch Cream Blush in Clarity ($45), is
a universally flattering pink that will work just as well on lips
or eyes as on cheeks, while RMS Beauty Lip2cheek Rouge in
Demure ($47), is full of nourishing oils such as coconut, jojoba
and shea butter, so it blends easily, even on the driest of skin,
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If it’s just lips you want to enhance, Burt’s
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It’s the ease of application that makes
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“Instead of contouring, I like to focus just on highlighting,”
says Jess, who recommends her best-selling bronzy Luma On
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on the high points of the face, like the brow and cheekbones,
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“Remember, minimal make-up should be low maintenance
and take less than five minutes,” says Jess. “Know what colours
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products are really useful. Keep it simple!”
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accommodation for weddings, corporate
retreats and celebrations, as well as a
glamping escape at picturesque Coolendel on
the Shoalhaven River, the perfect no hassle
camping getaway.
0403 537 878
southcoast@flashcamp.com.au
www.flashcamp.com.au
COUN TRY A ND COA STA L R ETR E ATS
THE ORIANA
SYDNEY, NSW
Absolute beach frontage in the exclusive
and prestigious Balmoral enclave, close to the
CBD and attractions. Enjoy the white sands
and crystal clear waters or relax and immerse
yourself in luxury with stunning 270° views
of the beach, harbour and heads.
Make it your holiday of a lifetime!
helen@theoriana.com.au
www.theoriana.com.au

BATHURST HEIGHTS OAK AND BARREL VISIT NUNDLE

New South Wales

BATHURST, NSW
Enjoy the relaxing and the sumptuous views
over historic Bathurst and the majestic Blue
Mountains. Offering 6 queen rooms, 6
bathrooms and a spa room. Free WiFi, large
DVD library, games and a wide range of books.
Ideal for snow and summer lakeside holidays.
BBQ facilities and outdoor entertainment area.
Only minutes from Mt Panorama.
02 6331 6330
enquiries@bathurstheightsbb.com.au
www.bathurstheightsbb.com.au
JINDABYNE, NSW
Snowy mountains rustic retreat. Luxury
accommodation in the heart of Jindabyne.
Sleeps 15, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms.
Dining for 16 guests.
Close to Perisher and Thredbo resorts.
Main Range Real Estate 02 6451 3333
www.oakandbarrel.com.au
NUNDLE, NSW
Feel welcome year-round at Nundle, a
charming town of 300 people in the beautiful
Hills of Gold, 50km south-east of Tamworth.
Relax in the peaceful environment, surrounded
by sheep and cattle grazing properties, and
forest and bushland covered hills forming part
of the Great Dividing Range.
Nundle Visitor Information 02 6769 3026
NundleNSW #nundlensw
www.nundle.com.au

HARBOURSIDE APARTMENTS
NORTH SYDNEY, NSW
Sydney’s absolute waterfront accommodation
offers fully serviced and equipped studio, one
and two bedroom apartments. Conveniently Enjoy ultimate luxury and relaxation, allow yourself to be pampered with
situated at McMahons Point Ferry Wharf
delectable treats and stunning wines from our region and breathe in the
Harbourside is the perfect Sydney base
for business or pleasure. aroma of utter peace. It’s the little things that count at bishop’s court estate.
02 9963 4300
Bishop’s Court Estate 226 Seymour St Bathurst NSW 2795 Ph: 02 6332 4447
stay@harboursideaparments.com.au
harbourside apartments www.bishopscourtestate.com.au
www.harboursideapartments.com.au

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GO CREATE!
NEW ENGLAND, NSW
A fully catered art retreat featuring an
inspiring sunlit studio space for creative
people. We host a mixture of weekend
workshops including fabric dyeing and
printing, hat and shoe making, drawing,
lace making, photography and more. Stay
on our working farm and enjoy the view.
0412 351 792
admin@gocreatenewengland.com
www.gocreatenewengland.com
New South Wales | Queensland
HEART OF ORANGE
ORANGE, NSW
Built in 1880 during the Victorian era,
this unique apartment is in Anson St.
Close to shops and cafes.
Perfect for weekend escapes or business trips.
FLY, DRIVE, TRAIN...
Just come to the heart of Orange.
0428 882416
www.visitnsw.com
CAMELLIA COTTAGE
LEMON TREE PASSAGE, NSW
Fully self-contained and beautifully appointed
two bedroom house located at Lemon Tree
Passage, Port Stephens. Conveniently close to
the local shops, restaurants, Marina and
playground. Ideal for fishing, swimming,
boating, relaxing and exploring the area.
0428 738 281
vicki@camelliacottage.net.au
Camellia Cottage Lemon Tree Passage
www.camelliacottage.net.au
TO ADVERTISE CALL 1300 139 305
BOMBAH POINT ECO COTTAGES
MYALL LAKES, NSW
Connect with nature in your timber & glass
cottage designed for comfort, space and privacy.
Cottages have a fully equipped kitchen & BBQ for
self-catering. Enjoy a rainwater spa, a lay in a
hammock or just settle by the wood fire. Mention
Country Style when you book for a special offer.
02 4997 4401
info@bombash.com.au
Bombah Point Eco Cottages
www.bombah.com.au
WISTERIA COTTAGE
BELLINGEN, NSW
Boutique cottage located in the lush gardens of
a 1920s heritage property. Well equipped with
own bathroom, kitchen and living area.
Breakfast provisions included. Exclusively for
one couple. Only 100m from the quirky
township of Bellingen. Short drive to Dorrigo
World Heritage National Park & beaches.
0423 933 104
lynatbello@hotmail.com
www.wisteriacottage-bellingen.com.au
METTA & MYAREE AT MYOLA
JERVIS BAY, NSW
Relax and be inspired in our stunning cedar
beach houses “Metta” and “Myaree”. Uniquely
designed homes nestled amongst trees and
wildlife, 10 minute stroll to Myola Beach and the
Huskisson Ferry. Metta accommodates 8,
Myaree accommodates 6. Properties are next
door and may be rented separately or together.
0413 642 653
relax@metta.com.au
www.airbnb.com.au | www.stayz.com.au
EMMA’S COTTAGE VINEYARD
HUNTER VALLEY, NSW
Self-contained vineyard accommodation,
cellar door and art gallery.
Stay in one of our two, three or four bedroom
cottages all set close to our boutique vineyard
in Lovedale. Come and share the peace
that this special place brings.
02 4998 7734
info@emmascottage.com.au
Emma’s Cottage Vineyard
www.emmascottage.com.au
VALLEY VIEW COTTAGE
HUNTER VALLEY, NSW
Enjoy country gardens and expansive Hunter
Valley views, in a private scenic setting with
abundant wildlife and acres of grounds for you
alone to enjoy - family dog too. Visit Hunter
Valley wineries, restaurants and galleries.
Plan also to escape to the coast at Salamander
cottage Port Stephens holiday house.
0418 262 990
stay@valleyviewcottage.com.au
www.valleyviewcottage.com.au
BENDLES COTTAGES
MALENY, QLD
Escape the hustle and bustle at beautiful
Bendles Cottages Maleny this holiday season.
Just a short 30 minute drive from popular surf
beaches, you can experience complete
tranquility away from the crowds in the air
conditioned comfort of our rural cottages.
07 5494 2400
admin@bendles.com.au
937 Maleny-Montville Rd, Balmoral Ridge
www.bendles.com.au

LOUGHMORE HOUSE
EUKEY, QLD
Comfortable house and cottage
accommodation, conveniently located along a
scenic drive between Stanthorpe and
Ballandean. Relax with family and friends in our
fully renovated, three bedroom Queenslander,
or our self-contained one bedroom cottage.
0419 782 625
info@stayatloughmore.com.au
Loughmore
www.stayatloughmore.com.au
BLOOMS WORKSHOP DATES 2018
Enjoy my classic Blooms Painting Workshop with these dates available.
Learn all about acrylic paint. Includes art materials and catering.
Book online at www.bloomspaintingworkshops.com or phone.
BAROSSA VALLEY - SA
• Blooms 2 Day Workshop: Mar 17-18 $1180 pp
- Paint a mid-size blooms canvas in acrylics.
MELBOURNE - Glen Iris
• Blooms 4 Day Workshop: Sep 25 (5-8pm) / Sep 26-29 (9-5.30pm)
$2350 pp - Paint two midsize canvases in acrylics.
SYDNEY - Willoughby
• Blooms 4 Day Workshop: Jul 18 (5-8.30pm) / Jul 19-22 (9-5.30pm)
$2350 pp - Paint two midsize canvases in acrylics.
BRISBANE - Metro Arts
• Blooms 4 Day Workshop: Apr 12-15 $2350 pp
- Paint two midsize canvases in acrylics.
PERTH - Midland Junction Arts Centre
• Blooms 5 Day Workshop: Apr 23-27 $2350 pp
- Create two stunning mid-size canvases in acrylics.
LEARN FROM HOME WITH MY ONLINE ART
PROGRAMS
Paint from home at your own pace with my proven 52 weekly art
classes at www.howtopaintblooms.com
Learn how to paint your own distinctive body of work and start your
own art business at www.makemoneyfromart.com
30 years painting experience & 16 years teaching my
Jacqueline Coates Blooms Painting Method®
VOTED South Australia’s MOST INNOVATIVE ARTIST 2017 APAC Awards
Book online or Phone 0412 587 438 or 0429 100 929
COUN TRY A ND COA STA L R ETR E ATS
PETER RABBIT™ GARDEN RIVERSDALE ESTATE
CAMBRIDGE, TAS CAMBRIDGE, TAS
Take an enchanting stroll through Peter French provincial styled cottages on private
Rabbit’s™ garden, the only one in Australia. country Estate, set amongst award winning
Also see, Jemima Puddle-Duck™, Jeremy vineyard and olive grove. 1 queen and 2 singles.
Fisher™, Benjamin Bunny™, Mr Todd™, Panoramic water views, rolling countryside,
Two Bad Mice™, Mrs.Tiggy-Winkle™ rambling walks & private beach.
& Tailor of Gloucester™. Families welcome!
03 6248 5666 | 0448 701 447
03 6248 5555 wendy@riversdaleestate.com.au
Riversdale Estate, 222 Denholms Rd, Cambridge 222 Denholms Rd, Cambridge
www.thepeterrabbitgarden.com.au www.riversdaleestate.com.au
Create a Masterpiece
‘from scratch at one of my workshops’
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
- Itching to paint but worried about having no skills?
Try my no fail Jacqueline Coates Blooms Painting Method®, a system anyone can apply to get amazing
Queensland | South Australia | Tasmania
results, even if you don’t have a creative bone in your body.
I’ve taught thousands of students how to paint and solve painting issues for 16 years with my ORIGINAL
created from scratch teaching methods that unlock painting and colour, and how to handle your paint.
Lean on 30 years of painting experience and a compassionate approach. Paint for pleasure or paint for
profit. I help you get your confidence and creativity going!
FRENCH ART SCHOOL
SPRING CALENDAR
May 14-26, 2018 Paris, Giverny, Loire, Limousin
June 4-18, 2018 Nice, Cote D’Azur & Limousin
FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MONET IN
THE STUNNING LIMOUSIN, FRANCE
From Monet to Matisse and Bonnard. The ONLY small group personalised French Art Tour offering our
own painting atelier on tour and art supplies, private chef and chauffeur plus own room throughout.
Create a minimum of 10 artworks. Study French masterpieces up close, paint in the studio and en plein
air, visit the most beautiful villages and stunning locations with experienced guide & art tutor Jacqueline
Coates. Paint where Monet painted! Start your tour in Paris or the Cote D’Azure!
Up to 9 guests, private driver, catering in the Limousin, Bonus e-course and own room. $8,369 pp
www.frenchartschooltour.blogspot.com.au for itineraries.
Book online at www.frenchartschooltour.com or call Jacqueline 0429 100 929
FREEDOM TO PAINT OILS WORKSHOPS
No experience necessary. Book online at www.freedomtopaint.com
Paint 6 paintings in five days as you learn all about oils, how to paint from life and create in the moment.
Get your palette knife license. We cover still life, and flowers and fruit. Small groups of 8 max. Includes
all art materials and catering.
BAROSSA VALLEY; Feb 26-Mar 2, 2018 $2850 pp BRISBANE Aug 1-5, 2018 $2850 pp
READ MY NEW BOOK!
‘thanks for sharing .... a generous resource of inspiring and practical
tips’ n tricks for any creative looking to move on from the day job’
Artist /Project Manager, Cheryl Dean
$49.95
To order your copy, visit www.makemoneyfromartbook. com
visit: www.bloomspaintingworkshops.com
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embrace summer with a Tasmanian gourmet indulgence

Experience Summer in Tasmania. Join us for one of our cooking classes or experience our rustic dining showcasing local produce
and wines. Luxury guest house and unique cooking school just minutes from Launceston. www.redfeatherinn.com.au

COAST HOUSE TASMANIA

Tasmania | Victoria

Treat yourself to a totally private, tranquil waterfront retreat yet just a few minutes to the village of Cygnet. Far away from
city distractions. Visit local restaurants, galleries, wineries, cheese farms, blueberries and saffron or just stay and relax.
º7i ÕÃÌ Ã>Ì LÞ Ìi wÀi >` Ü>ÌVi` Ìi Ü>ÌiÀ >` >ÌÕÀi Vi Ì ÕÃo°»

www.coasthousetasmania.com | stay@coasthousetasmania.com | Tel: 0409 446 290

CILWEN HOUSE 1870 HOBART TOWN LOVES LANE COTTAGES

CAMBRIDGE, TAS
Experience a sublime Georgian Masterpiece
from 1835. Standing proudly on the foothills
of Mt Romney between the airport and
Hobart, it is perfectly placed near the Coal
River Valley wine region, Richmond, Port
Arthur and the Convict Trail.
0403 172 938
chris.farmer@internode.on.net
www.cilwenhouse.com
HOBART, TAS
Your own Luxury Heritage Cottage in the City.
Perfect base to explore the delights and
attractions of Hobart, then home to curl up by
the fire in cosy and tranquil surrounds.
1 x Queen bedroom, 1 x Double bedroom
Welcome hamper on arrival.
0409 446 290
stay@1870hobarttown.com
www.1870hobarttown.com
SOUTH GIPPSLAND, VIC
Just two hours from Melbourne CBD hidden
amongst the lush green hills and valleys of
South Gippsland, near Wilsons Promontory
National Park and the South Coast, Loves Lane
Cottages sets a benchmark in luxury
self-contained accommodation.
03 5664 1212 | 0407 632 841
info@loveslanecottages.com.au
1495 Meeniyan-Mirboo North Rd, Dumbalk
www.loveslanecottages.com.au

TO ADVERTISE CALL 1300 139 305

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Sun-dazzled days, soft
nights at Frenchman’s River.
Cygnet in Summer. Peerless.

“So close to heaven”

Sunrise and star rise. Nothing but birdsong, nothing to do but be.
Walk to Cygnet, ferry to Bruny, drive to Hobart. Eat, drink and be happy.

www.frenchmansriver.com.au Kate/Posie 0466 790 142 book@frenchmansriver.com.au

Luxury Rammed Earth Retreat on 2 Acres.

8 minutes from the centre of Ballarat

Tasmania | Victoria
OAK HILL WOODEND
WOODEND, VIC
Oak Hill is a boutique bed and breakfast located
on the Northern slopes of Mount Macedon
in the picturesque Macedon Ranges.
Surrounded by beautiful gardens and 4 bedrooms opening onto a wide terrace, all with
a large lake with magnificent views over the ensuites including one bathroom for disabled.
Hanging Rock countryside. Single level property, central courtyard, indoor
swimming pool and tennis court.
0418 173 023
oakhillwoodend@gmail.com
29 Waterworks Rd, Woodend
www.oakhillwoodend.com.au
q4 ~4 Contact Wayne 0408 991 280 www.ballaratprimavera.com.au

Must Love Dogs B&B

Pet Friendly Accommodation, Rutherglen, Victoria MULTI
AWARD
WINNING

BELMONT AT BEECHWORTH
BEECHWORTH, VIC
Luxury Self Contained Accommodation
Belmont, private and secluded, is nestled in a
picturesque tree lined avenue within walking
This beautiful cottage has two luxury suites and one self contained cottage with secure gardens.
distance of the historic village of Beechworth
Humans and fur kids are pampered. We offer wine tours, picnic hampers and dev teas. Our heated pool
and The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Rich in
is great fun. The outdoor area has a BBQ, ice maker, freezer, nespresso machine and popcorn maker.
gold rush and bushranger history. Pet Friendly!
COUNTRY STYLE SPECIAL - 3 nights accomodation, cooked breakfasts, afternoon tea, muscat,
chocolates, and wine tour & dev tea. ONLY $550 normally $720. Sunday - Thursday. T&C APPLY. 0417 457 744
info@belmontbeechworth.com.au
0402 342 256 / www.mustlovedogsbedandbreakfast.com MustLoveDogsBB www.belmontbeechworth.com.au

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C E DAR Country Retreat

Trea t yo u rse l f to stay a t t h e b ea u t i f u l Ce d a r Co u n t r y Re t rea t i n
HA LLS GA P the heart of Halls Gap. There are mountain views from all three
of o u r b ea u t i f u l l y d es i g n e d b e d ro o m s. A m o d e r n co u n t r y k i tc h e n ,
two ba t hro o ms a nd s pa c io us living a rea make for a g reat place to
ce darcountryre t reat @ g m ai l .co m | 0 490 9 1 2 5 4 9 s imply rela x o r enjoy t he Gra mpia ns wo nderland.

Rutherglen Estates Cellar Door

Boutique accommodation, and Aboriginal Exhibitions Gallery
wine bar, a la carte restaurant,
- the perfect place to sample
cafe, art gallery and cellar door award winning wines and discover
Victoria

all in one location truly unique works of art

Tuileries Rutherglen Cafe Open 7 days 12 noon−2pm Aboriginal Exhibitions Gallery Rutherglen Estates Cellar Door Open 7 days 10am−5.30pm
Restaurant Open 7 nights 6.30pm Wine Bar Open Tues−Sat 6pm at Rutherglen Estates 13–35 Drummond Street, Rutherglen VIC
T: 02 6032 9033 info@tuileriesrutherglen.com.au Open 7 days 10am−5pm T: 02 6032 7999 cellar@rutherglenestates.com.au
www.tuileriesrutherglen.com.au www.aboriginalexhibitions.com.au www.rutherglenestates.com.au

Terra Mia at Macedon For a relaxing break that delivers style, comfort, and
character, The House at Terra Mia is the ideal country
location. With everything you need to make your
holiday memorable, this gorgeous, spacious house
with 5 bedrooms combines historic features with
modern accessories to create the perfect getaway.

info@terramia.com.au
www.terramia.com.au TerraMiaM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 1300 139 305

 The Gatehouse in Vence

COUN TRY A ND COA STA L R ETR E ATS

Don’t just visit Provence.
Live here, among the locals, within the
very wall that embraces the region’s most
picturesque mediaeval village.

BRIDGE CREEK HOMESTEAD LUXURY OUTBACK TOURS

MANSFIELD, VIC
Bridge Creek Homestead is the idyllic setting
for a rustic High Country wedding.
Boasting “The Barn” - the perfect place for a
reception, both inside and out and the “Bridal
Suite” for the bride and groom’s use on the day.
Marry on an amazing established 7 acres of
landscaped gardens with mountain views.
Venue hire only.
hello@bridgecreekhomestead.com.au
www.bridgecreekhomestead.com.au/weddings
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Experience luxury small group 4WD tours
in Land Rover Discoverys.
Perth to Broome Tours, Ocean to Outback
Tours, Ningaloo Reef, Esperance, Margaret
River, Albany and Wildflower Tours.
Stay in quality accommodation and enjoy Apartments for holiday rental housed
delicious local food. 2 – 6 people.
in a 15C Gatehouse.
0429 385 642
bookings@luxuryoutbacktours.com.au
vence@provencepassport.com
www.luxuryoutbacktours.com.au www.provencepassport.com

HISTORY | NATURE | CULTURE | INDULGENCE

NINA’S PATHWAYS in an

Pop Up French Experience Italian

Art Adventure

Victoria | Western Australia | Escape & Explore

4 Night stay in Paris, the City of Love
2 Nights in the French Village of Beaune Join me on a small-group tour of beautiful Sri Lanka.
3 Nights in the walled city of Avignon UNESCO sites, wildlife, beaches, cooking classes,
a train journey, tea plantations, stunning hotels.
3 Nights in the stunning city of Aix-en-Provence 10 day workshop with award-winning
3 Night stay in Nice in the Côte d’Azur /ninaspathways Sydney artist, Judith White
Make lifelong friends & enjoy unique travel experiences
with women who share your passion for travel. www.ninaspathways.com.au Sept 27 - Oct 6, 2018
1300 885 255
Call 0428 254 529
0419 213 327 www.ontheverandah.com.au
w w w. s i s t e r h o o d w o m e n s t r a v e l . c o m . a u Accredited Tourism Operator

Named in Top 10 Best Value Wineries

James Halliday 2018 Wine Companion

DISCOVER OUR
AWARD-WINNING WINES
www.singlefilewines.com | 1300 885 807
Denmark | Great Southern WA

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WERE SO MUCH A PART OF
DUNEDOO’S LIFESTYLE.”