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Beyond 

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The latest Melbourne 

threads for the 

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Kate 

Waterhouse 

The fashion queen’s 

inside track on the 

Spring Racing Carnival 

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Styling by Melissa Boyle; hair & make-up by Allison Boyle; Kate’s 

dress by Bianca Spender from David Jones and necklace by Tilkah 

Photos (clockwise from main): Peter Eve; Sport The Library; Bali musicians courtesy of Ayana; Hakone Kowakien Yunessun 

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Discover a 

new world 

out back 

and beyond 

Darwin 

Take the plunge in 

a Japanese onsen 

Cover Photo: 

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in the air 

with jetstar 

81 jetstar news 

82 starkids 

84 

 

90 where we fl y 

92 have a bite 

regulars 

4 ceo’s welcome note 

6 events 

9 10 minutes with... 

Rafael Bonachela 

10 Sydney info desk 

12 cheers to eco wine 

14 the biz of Ere Perez 

16 green days 

18 fi t to go triathlons 

21 how to fl y fi sh 

71 brain teasers 

94 your wellbeing 

onboard 

96 international 

adventures 

102 introducing our 

domestic airports 

105 domestic 

destinations focus 

109 entertainment 

42 The world’s best 

sailors are cruising 

into Melbourne 

38 Tune into a new 

you in Bali 

features 

24 star struck 

With horses in her heritage, Kate Waterhouse is 

on track to lead the fashion stakes come race day 

32 retail therapy 

Introducing Melbourne’s best new boutiques 

for indie fashion and collectables 

38 hub 

Create your own Eat Pray Love adventure in Bali 

with our itinerary 

42 go guide 

Find out what’s blowing into Melbourne for the 

ISAF Sailing World Cup 

46 adrenaline 

Buffaloes, rare birds and more await explorers on 

the new Dreaming Place Trail in Katherine 

54 hot spot 

Dip your toes into the wonderful world of Japan’s 

hot springs 

58 in focus 

If you’re honeymoon shopping, turn to our guide 

on the most dreamy destinations 

64 fl y/bike 

With gorgeous trails galore, Western Australia is a 

cyclist’s paradise 

CONTENTS 


OCTOBER 2010 3

4 OCTOBER 2010 

CEO’S WELCOME NOTE 

More Choices 

There’s 

never been a better time to get out and explore. Over the last month or 

so, we’ve announced more than 120 new weekly return fl ights across our 

Australian network. This equates to more than two million more seats each year — which is 

great news for our passengers, because it means even more low fares. We’ve launched 

fi rst-time fl ights between Perth–Gold Coast and Perth–Brisbane, not to mention dozens of 

new fl ights on some of our most popular existing routes between capital cities and popular 

holiday destinations such as Cairns, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. So now it’s 

easier than ever to visit some of Australia’s most special places. 

In this month’s issue of Jetstar Magazine, we meet the lovely Kate Waterhouse as she 

prepares to enjoy the Spring Racing Carnival in Sydney and Melbourne. See her wearing the 

latest spring fashion in our beautiful photoshoot on page 24. We then go in search of action 

adventure. Join a trek through the Dreaming Place Trail, traversing the spectacular Nitmiluk 

National Park along the Katherine River, three hours south of Darwin in the Northern Territory. 

Full details are on page 46. If travelling on wheels is more your style, turn to page 64 to explore 

southern Western Australia with some of the best cycling trails in the country. And fi nally, on 

page 42, read about the International Sailing Federation’s (ISAF) Sailing World Cup, where 

some of the world’s greatest sailors will gather to compete across 10 Olympic-class sailing 

events. It will be held at Melbourne’s Sandringham Yacht Club from 12–18 December. 

With a combination of low fares, more fl ights and great service, there’s never been a better 

time to get out and explore Australia with Jetstar. I hope this month’s issue of Jetstar Magazine 

provides you with plenty of ideas. Happy fl ying, 

Bruce Buchanan 

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John Waters’ seminal work Hairspray has made 

the rounds as a cult fi lm and musical movie, 

now the Broadway musical is descending 

upon Australia. Opening in Melbourne, the 

well-loved musical will bring the rollicking 60s 

back in a big way. Relative theatre-newbie Jaz 

Flowers, who won the big (pun intended) role 

of Tracy Turnblad in a nation-wide casting 

search, talks to us about her role as the feisty 

and cheery Tracy. 

How did you feel when you clinched the 

role of Tracy? 

Th ere were no words. I was so excited I couldn’t 

speak at all! 

How has your previous stage experience 

come in handy for the rehearsals? 

I learnt how hard I have to work in the 

rehearsal room, but how great the rewards are. 

It’s also invaluable already knowing how the 

industry works. 

How has the cast been so far? 

Th ey’re all amazing — each and every one 

of them. We’re all extremely similar, so our 

chemistry was instantaneous. We’re all 

developing great professional relationships. 

How do you get into the role? 

David Atkins is such an amazing director — 

we’ve been able to talk through the role and 

create her together. He is fantastic at helping 

me get into character during the rehearsals. 

Are you a big-haired dreamer like Tracy, 

or a neat-haired realist? 

I was already a big dreamer before I got this 

role, but now I realise no dream is too big! 

Hairspray will be a total blast because… 

I’m living my dream. It’s going to be a really fun 

show. Th e audience will leave with smiles on 

their faces, having had a great night! 

Hairspray is on from 23 Sep–5 Dec at the Princess 

Th eatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne. Call 1300 795 

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Jorge Lorenzo 

headlines the 2010 

Iveco Australian 

Motorcycle Grand Prix 

Some of the stars 

of the World’s 

Funniest Island 

8–23 OCT MELBOURNE 

Melbourne Festival 

Music fans can catch Sinead O’Connor, John 

Cale, Jack Charles, Thomas Adès, Toneelgroep 

Amsterdam, the Akram Khan Company, 

The Black Arm Band and more, in 16 days 

of music, opera, dance, theatre, multimedia, 

outdoor and visual arts events. Some free 

performances. Tel: +61 (3) 9662 4242. 

9 OCT–31 JAN PERTH 

Peggy Guggenheim: A Collection 

in Venice 

Savour world-class artworks in the fi rst 

exhibition Great Collections of the World. 

Expect works by Pablo Picasso, Jackson 

Pollock and Max Ernst. Art Gallery of Western 

Australia, Perth Cultural Centre, James St. 

Tickets from BOCS on +61 (8) 9484 1133. 

Atamira Dance 

Company at 

Manukau Festival of Arts 

14–24 OCT HONOLULU 

Hawaii International Film Festival 

This fi lm fest is in its 30th year. Expect 

hundreds of international fi lms in 18 theatres, 

and scores of talented fi lmmakers interacting 

with the public and engaging in artistic 

discourse with fellow fi lmmakers. Regal Dole 

Cannery Stadium, 735 Iwilei Rd, Honolulu. For 

tickets, call +1 (808) 792 1577. 

15–17 OCT MELBOURNE 

2010 Iveco Australian Motorcycle 

Grand Prix 

The world’s best motorcycle riders will slug 

it out on Phillip Island for the honour of the 

fastest man on two wheels: among them Rossi 

and Lorenzo. Besides race action, check out 

panoramic views, showcase motorbikes and 

stunt riding. Tickets at www.motogp.com.au

Iveco Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix photo: Getty Images 

Director Zhang 

Yimou (Hawaii 

International 

Film Festival) 

Big Fun 

Hilarious musicals, arts and fi lm festivals, and 

racing events pave the way to a fun-fi lled spring 

WORDS BELINDA WAN 

Carnival of 

Mysteries 

(Melbourne 

Festival) 

15–31 OCT AUCKLAND 

2010 Manukau Festival of Arts 

This mega arts fest is outdoing last year’s lineup 

by offering a record-breaking 38 events. 

Don’t miss Colour the Sky and Strictly Brown 

2 by the Kila Kokonut Krew; the premier fash 

bash, the Villa Maria Cult-Couture 2010; 

Atamira Dance Company and ReQuest Dance 

Crew. Details on www.mfa.org.nz 

16–17 OCT SYDNEY 

World’s Funniest Island 

Laugh your cares away at Cockatoo Island 

on Sydney Harbour, where more than 200 

performers will ham it up on 16 stages. 

It features top Australian talents and 

international stars, like Wil Anderson, Fiona 

O’Loughlin, The Umbilical Brothers and more. 

Tickets at www.worldsfunniestisland.com 

14th Annual 

Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi 

(Nicholas Elias’ work, 2009) 

28 OCT–14 NOV SYDNEY 

14th Annual Sculpture 

by the Sea, Bondi 

The world’s biggest public outdoor exhibition 

will see the already gorgeous coastal path 

from Bondi to Tamarama Beach adorned with 

fantastic sculptures and installations by more 

than 100 international artists. Organisers are 

expecting a turnout of 400,000 people. Free. 

29 OCT–1 NOV DELORAINE 

Tasmanian Craft Fair 2010 

This premier arts and craft fair turns 30 

with two major exhibitions — the fi rst-ever 

3 Nations: Asian Contemporary Glass Art 

with works from Japan, and New Zealand’s 

Hoffman Challenge quilting exhibition. Don’t 

miss artisan produce at the Gourmet Festival 

too. Details on www.tascraftfair.com.au 

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Red Bull 

Flugtag 

7 Nov 

Red Bull Flugtag 

Sydney’s Mrs Macquarie’s Point will be the 

scene for this truly hilarious fl ying competition. 

Cheer as 40 teams of “high fl yers” take fl ight 

from a six-metre ramp into Sydney Harbour in 

all manner of crazy man-made fl ying machines. 

11–14 Nov 

JBWere Masters 

Victoria Golf Club’s famed sandbelt golf course 

is the site for the Australian Masters’ top 

roll-call of golfi ng greats: Tiger Woods, Camilo 

Villegas, Geoff Ogilvy and Sergio Garcia. Can 

Woods defend his crown? 

James Nitties at 

JBWere Masters 

11–14 Nov 

Th e Weekend Australian Art Sydney 2010 

Art afi cionados can look forward to a wide 

range of artworks — modern, traditional, 

investment pieces and of course, new works 

by up-and-coming artists from more than 80 

galleries. Hundreds of artists will be vying for 

your business. Study up at illuminating art 

walks, demonstrations and fl oor walks. 

25 Nov–7 Jan 

Vodafone Ashes Test Series 

After a rocky year, Cricket Australia will be after 

some serious batting and bowling from Ricky’s 

boys as they battle the Old Country. Th e most 

coveted cricket trophy of all is up for grabs on 

a tour that includes Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, 

Melbourne and Sydney. 

OCTOBER 2010 7 

EVENTS

Rafael 

Bonachela 

Spanish-born Rafael Bonachela is stirring 

things up in the Sydney Dance Company 

as the new artistic director with we unfold, 

a brand-new production 

INTERVIEW BELINDA WAN 

How’s it been working as Sydney Dance 

Company’s artistic director so far? 

I’ve had a non-stop, incredible ride and feel 

so privileged to be working here. 

What inspired we unfold? 

When we fi rst began work on it, it was my 

fi rst as the director of the company and 

many of the dancers were new too. So it 

was important that we revealed ourselves to 

one another in the creative process — that 

we “unfold” in order to become closer. It 

was also inspired by the journey I’ve taken 

geographically and professionally in coming 

to this company, and the journey that the 

dancers have taken with me. 

Do you bring a lot of your Spanish 

heritage into your productions? 

You know, the answer is probably that I 

don’t really bring that to bear, and that is partly 

because I’ve worked as a professional dancer 

and choreographer in London for 20 years. The 

world of contemporary dance is in many ways 

one world. That said, perhaps I respond so well 

to Australia because of its warmth and the blue 

sky. I certainly bring a passionate nature to my 

work ethic though. My work, Soledad, to be 

seen in the upcoming New Creations 2, also 

features Spanish music. 

Does the calibre of the dancers infl uence 

the feel of the production, or is it more of 

the reverse? 

Certainly when I’m creating a work I’m very 

infl uenced by the dancers, each of whom I 

fi nd inspiring. I choose them for the special 

attributes they bring to the creative process, 

so that a work is the result of this kind of 

collaboration. Out of that close relationship 

comes the most exciting results — a 

partnership, almost. Such as with my piece 

Irony of Fate, featuring a solo by award-winning 

dancer Amy Hollingsworth, which is also part of 

our upcoming Sydney season. 

You’re a dancer, choreographer 

and now an artistic director — 

which fulfi ls you most? 

My career has been blessed 

with good fortune. 

My dance career with the Rambert Dance 

Company in London fl owed into my 

beginnings as a choreographer, and I was 

lucky to create works for Rambert before 

branching out to my own company, the 

Bonachela Dance Company in London. It 

was the success of that which led to my 

appointment at Sydney Dance Company. 

It’s like a continuous fl ow — right now I’m a 

choreographer and an artistic director, and 

I’ve probably never been happier. 

What was it like choreographing Kylie 

Minogue’s Showgirls tour? 

It was wonderful, because fi rstly when you 

get that call to do the job it’s overwhelmingly 

exciting — the big stages, huge audiences, 

and the challenge to create something 

better than good. But then when you 

meet Kylie herself, she is so terrifi c, very 

understanding, very attentive, and of course, 

very, very talented. It was one of the best 

projects of my career, as you’d imagine. 

Who would you like to work with next? 

My dream collaboration would be to 

work some day, some way with [Spanish 

fi lmmaker] Pedro Almodóvar. 

Where else in Australia would you visit? 

I would love to see the Sunshine Coast, 

Western Australia, and of course, to see 

Uluru would be fantastic. 

we unfold must not be missed because… 

It’s a work that embodies my passion for 

great music and which shows the company 

at its strongest level. It’s also brought me 

close to the Sydney Dance Company and 

introduced me to Australian audiences. 

Catch New Creations 2 at Sydney Theatre 

in Walsh Bay from 12–23 October; and 

we unfold at the Arts Centre in Melbourne 

from 9–13 November, and The Queensland 

Performing Arts Centre in Brisbane from 

17–27 November. 

OCTOBER 2010 9 

10 MINUTES WITH…

World Flavours 

When the Crave Sydney International Food Festival kicks off this month, 

a global feast of fl avours for young and old is on the menu 

WORDS ROBERTA MUIR 


The 

Crave Sydney International Food 

Festival running throughout October 

is a month-long feast of food-themed events, 

which celebrates the harbour city’s fantastic 

food scene and unique locations. With over 400 

events, from large-scale festivals and 

experiences in Sydney’s culturally diverse 

suburbs, to intimate dinners and activities on 

and around Sydney Harbour, it offers 

something for everyone. We get the lowdown 

from festival director Joanna Savill (left). 

What do you consider are the 

highlights of this year’s festival? 

I love Barbecue Madness, with barbies all 

round town on the fi rst Saturday of October: 

at the Growers’ Market in Pyrmont, a Middle- 

Eastern barbie in Greenacre, a Vietnamese 

one in Cabramatta and a huge multirestaurant 

one along Woolloomooloo’s Finger 

Wharf. Also, René Redzepi from Noma in 

Copenhagen (number one on Restaurant 

magazine’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants list) 

is appearing at the Sydney Opera House on 

1 October. 

In what ways has the program improved 

since last year? 

We’ve broadened our offerings without losing 

the celebratory, something-for-everyone 

feel. The Night Noodle Markets are bigger 

— with more stalls and more room, and the 

community events in greater Sydney are 

growing. Ashfi eld’s Big Yum Cha was so big 

last year that they’re closing off half the 

highway this year! 

And what’s new? 

There’s a great pub event this year, with 

about 20 “gastro-pubs” offering a special 

pub pie, with beer of course. I’m looking 

forward to judging the best pie at the end 

of the month! There’s also a Taste of Young 

Sydney (TOYS) dinner with an amazing bunch

of up-and-coming chefs taking over a huge 

art gallery and doing an evening themed 

around “bubbles” — and they don’t just mean 

champagne bubbles! 

Which of last year’s most 

successful events are back? 

Last year, we launched 100 Mile Meals — 

with about 10 venues offering menus using 

ingredients sourced within a 100-mile radius 

(160km in new speak!). This year, it’s gone up 

in size with about 25 restaurants, community 

groups and culinary colleges participating. 

Also, everyone loved the expansion of the 

festival into greater Sydney to include suburbs 

such as Cabramatta and Auburn, and there’ll 

be events in those areas again this year. 

CLOCKWISE 

FROM RIGHT: 

Tetsuya Wakuda’s 

signature confi t 

of ocean trout; 

Martin Boetz 

shares his 

cooking tips; 

Kylie Kwong is the 

mistress of Asianinspired 

cooking 

OPPOSITE: The 

growers’ market 

What did people like most 

about last year’s festival? 

Many people I spoke to took part in the festival 

for the fi rst time because they had felt the 

buzz around them and were motivated to fi nd 

an event near them that they could join in. It’s 

about being inclusive and showing that while 

food is a seriously delicious business, it’s also 

something we can all share in whatever way 

and at whatever price point appeals. 

What are you most excited about? 

Bringing around three dozen of the world’s 

top chefs and food personalities to Sydney, 

and having them all cook together across a 

weekend — then creating dinners in some of 

our best restaurants. 

What are some of the best events 

for families with kids? 

The Perfect Picnic on Clark Island on 

4 October, kids’ cooking classes and best 

of all, the Week of Tastes, with several of 

Sydney’s loveliest restaurants offering special 

kids’ menus (not nuggets and chips!), but 

something designed to inspire kids, give them 

a taste of something new and educate them in 

a very pleasurable way. Parents are welcome 

too, of course. 

Top Five Events 

to Catch 

World Chef Showcase at Star City is 

an action-packed weekend of cooking 

demonstrations, and tastings with leading 

Australian chefs and food personalities 

including Kylie Kwong and Rick Stein, 

joined by international stars such as 

Marcus Wareing from Th e Berkeley in 

London and Wylie Dufresne from New 

York’s wd~50 (8–10 October). 

At the Night Noodle Markets, thousands 

of Sydney-siders and visitors will descend 

on Hyde Park to soak up the atmosphere 

of an authentic Asian hawker market. Buy 

everything from Chinese dumplings to Th ai 

noodles from leading Asian restaurants, 

then grab a table or picnic rug under the 

stars and dig in (11–22 October). 

Let’s Do Lunch gives everyone a chance 

to dine in Sydney’s fi nest restaurants at 

a fraction of the normal cost. Bentley 

Restaurant & Bar, and Guillaume at 

Bennelong are among the top Sydney 

restaurants off ering a main course and 

glass of wine for just AU$35 on weekdays 

(throughout October). 

Community Festivals bring Sydney 

suburbs alive with foodie festivals 

celebrating the distinctive cuisines of 

Sydney’s diverse ethnic communities, such 

as Ashfi eld’s Big Yum Cha (24 October) 

and the Italian delights of Haberfi eld’s 

Primavera (“spring”) on 16 October. 

Sydney Harbour Island Hopping 

Tours take you to three of the harbour’s 

fascinating islands on one all-inclusive 

ticket. Try a taste of 1830s colonial life on 

Goat Island, let the kids have a go at being 

a National Parks & Wildlife Ranger on 

Shark Island, and sample traditional bush 

tucker as part of the Aboriginal cultural 

experience on Clark Island (Saturday and 

Sunday, 9–24 October). 

For a full program of events, visit 

www.siff .com.au 

INFORMATION DESK 


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10 Green 

Bottles 

As Australian wineries undergo 

a green revolution, it’s time to 

ask what sort of wine you prefer 

— red, white or green 

WORDS ROBERTA MUIR 

Mitchell Taylor of 

Taylors Wines has 

scored a world-fi rst with 

his carbon-neutral wine 

TOP: Mark Davidson of 

Tamburlaine is all for 

an organic tipple

As 

Australia’s largest certifi ed organic 

wine producer, Tamburlaine is 

experiencing huge growth, while Taylors Wines 

has just produced the world’s fi rst 100% 

TAMBURLAINE 

Why did you decide to make organic wines? 

We wanted to offer quality wines that maintain 

their natural fl avours and best express the 

character of the region, while ensuring 

the land isn’t depleted through aggressive 

chemical-farming practices. 

What are the biggest challenges you’ve 

had to overcome to make organic wine? 

Working to restore the health of the soil on 

many sites, which was lacking many nutrients 

because of prior exploitation. It’s taken years 

for us to see measurable results in conditions 

like soil organic matter, pH changes and 

natural disease resistance. 

Are all your wines now organic? 

Most are, and ultimately we hope all our wines 

will be certifi ed organic. 

How do you balance making the best wine 

with the challenge of going organic? 

It isn’t a challenge, just a different 

farming practice. If anything, being 

organic is an advantage. It costs 

no more — often less — to run 

an organic vineyard, as organic 

vineyards focus on building soil 

health naturally, as opposed to 

using costly chemicals. 

TAYLORS 

What does the term 

“carbon-neutral” mean? 

We accurately measure the carbon 

dioxide or other emissions associated with 

each step of the winemaking process in order 

to offset or neutralise these emissions. 

Why carbon-neutral wines? 

It’s one of many environmental initiatives 

Taylors has undertaken, along with other 

steps like reducing water, energy usage and 

waste production. 

Are Taylors wines all carbon-neutral now? 

No. Currently only our Eighty Acres range — 

Cabernet Shiraz Merlot, Shiraz Viognier and 

Chardonnay — is carbon-neutral. 

What’s the most common misconception 

about carbon-neutral wine? 

That it tastes different from non-carbonneutral 

wines. That is incorrect because we 

follow the same strict quality guidelines in 

growing the fruit and making the wine as we 

do for all our other ranges. 

carbon-neutral wine. We spoke to 

winemakers Mitchell Taylor of 

Taylors and Mark Davidson of 

Tamburlaine to get the lowdown. 

CHEERS 

What are some of the most common 

misconceptions about organic wine? 

That it’s more expensive, won’t age well and 

that organic farming is not scientifi c. All of the 

above is not true. 

What do you think is the public 

perception of organic wine? 

Demand is increasing as people become more 

concerned about the planet and their health; 

and conscious of chemical residues in soil, 

atmosphere, ground-water and the wine itself. 

Here and overseas, organic wine is viewed as 

superior, though Scandinavia and South-East 

Asia are generally ahead of Australia in their 

appreciation of organic-wine certifi cation. We 

export organic wine to North America, Europe 

and Asia, and our biggest market is Sweden. 

What global trends are appearing as the 

wine industry becomes “greener”? 

There’s a renaissance of organic/green 

viticulture throughout the world. Even 

French president Nicolas Sarkozy has 

set ambitious targets for French farmers 

to go organic. Market demand and 

initiatives like this will propel the wine 

industry internationally to become 

greener, and fuel consumer 

demand for organic wines. 

What do you think is 

the public perception of 

carbon-neutral wine? 

There’s still some scepticism both in Australia 

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What inspired Ere Perez Natural Cosmetics? 

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We started off with one product in 2004, then 

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You emphasise your family’s background 

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We live and breathe natural cosmetics, 

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We’re about to launch our new Vanilla 

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We talk to Ian Thompson, world 

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anti-plastic bag campaigner. 

Why is it important to rid 

the world of plastic bags? 

More than 100,000 marine mammals 

and in excess of one million sea birds 

die every year due to plastic bag 

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36,700 tonnes of plastic bags go into 

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Tell us about what you’re 

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I set a world record for sailing solo 

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the former record to raise awareness 

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FIT TO GO 

The Triple 

Treat 

As triathlon season rolls around, 

we ask Olympic champ Emma 

Snowsill how she does it 

WORDS KARA MURPHY 

Illness 

and injury had kept Emma 

Snowsill from competing 

for almost a year from June 2009, but the 

Australian triathlete and Beijing Olympic 

Games gold medallist is back — swimming, 

cycling and running her way to fi rst place in her 

second race of the year, and readying herself 

for future victories. 

What do you see as your greatest challenge 

during the upcoming triathlon season? 

I need to stay healthy and injury-free. I want 

to develop some consistency and build a solid 

base for the next two years of my training 

campaign towards London Olympics 2012. 

What do you enjoy most about training 

on the Gold Coast from October to April 

each year? 

I love being home with my dog Jet, and being 

able to see my friends and family every day. 

The setting is fantastic too; a training session 

can involve running along the beachfront path 

around Burleigh Headlands or riding through 

the Gold Coast hinterland. Gorgeous. 

What do you like most and least about 

travelling to compete? 

I love seeing new places and meeting new 


people. The downside is I travel with so much 

luggage. I am quite a little person (49kg), and 

lugging bags with enough clothes to last six 

months and a bike is a drag. 

Which Australian race is your favourite 

and why? 

My favourite triathlon would have to be Noosa. 

It’s an event where people from all levels of the 

triathlon compete — from the grassroots to 

all the age groups, and it doesn’t hurt that it’s 

also run in one of the most beautiful places in 

the world! 

Who or what inspired you to begin 

competing in triathlons? 

I was a swimmer when I was younger, but I did 

all sports at school. I competed in a triathlon 

with friends once and was hooked — the three 

disciplines keep it interesting. 

What advice would you give someone who’s 

thinking of registering for a triathlon for 

the fi rst time? 

If you’re thinking about it, just do it. For your 

fi rst triathlon, it’s just about fi nishing the race 

— worry about personal bests next time. Ease 

into your training and perhaps sign up with a 

friend so you’re motivated to train together. 

LEFT: The crowd 

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INSET: A triathlon 

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Wherever you fl y fi sh, 

dusk is one of the 

best times to be out 

on the water 

INSET: A trout 

to be proud of — 

springtime, Millbrook 

Lakes, Victoria 

On the Trail 

of the Trout 

If you know where and when to go, Australia and New 

Zealand have some of the world’s fi nest fl y-fi shing spots 

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY PHILIP WEIGALL 

You 

could say that 

spring is when fl y 

fi shing wakes up. Not that it’s 

entirely dormant over winter 

— a few hardy anglers brave 

the snow and gales, and land 

some big fi sh too. However, 

most are content to stay 

indoors, perhaps winding 

pieces of fur and feather 

onto little hooks to imitate 

the bugs the trout will eat 

during the warmer months 

— the art of fl y tying. 

Tasmanian guide Greg 

from Greg Beecroft 

Guiding fi ts in the latter 

group. His base is on the 

southern edge of the 

highland forests, a two-hour 

drive north of Hobart. Come mid-August, when 

the trout season has opened, Beecroft will 

be out on nearby waters such as the famous 

Bronte Lagoon. “Tailers” are the highlight: big 

brown trout foraging for fl ushed bugs and 

grubs in mere centimetres of water. Beecroft 

describes stalking the lake margins, then 

presenting his fl y bait to trout cruising in water 

so shallow that their tail tips are exposed. 

“The cast has to be perfect,” he emphasises. 

“But when you get it right and the trout takes, 

there’s nothing like it.” 

On the other side of Bass Strait, October 

is the height of spring. About an hour’s drive 

north-west of Melbourne, the grass is truly 

an emerald green, and the lakes and rivers 

are brimming. This month heralds the start of 

mayfl y season, and at Millbrook Lakes private 

fi shery, it’s a busy time. 

Fly-Fishing 

Calendar 

Tailing Trout 

(Southern Tasmania, ex Hobart Airport) 

August to October 

Best places: Bronte Lagoon, Little Pine 

Lagoon, Lake Echo 

Best fl ies: Woolly Worm, Black Beetle, 

Stick Caddis 

Mayfl y Feeders (Central Victoria, ex 

Melbourne or Avalon airports) 

October to November 

Best places: Millbrook Lakes, Harcourt 

Reservoir, Newlyn Reservoir 

Best fl ies: Shaving Brush, Parachute Emerger, 

Possum Emerger 

New Zealand Sight Fishing 

(South Island, ex Christchurch Airport) 

December to February 

Best places: Buller River & tributaries, Grey 

River & tributaries, Waiau River & tributaries 

Best fl ies: Parachute Adams, Deer Hair Cicada, 

Royal Wulff , Shaving Brush 

River Dry Fly (Northern Tasmania, ex 

Launceston Airport) 

March to April 

Best places: St Patricks River, Liff ey River, 

Meander River, North & South Esk Rivers 

Best fl ies: Parachute Dun, F Fly, 

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HOW TO... 


CLOCKWISE: Walking 

to a trout stream in the 

Kahurangi National Park 

near Owen River Lodge, 

New Zealand; fl y-fi shing 

guide Christopher Bassano 

admires a fi ne Tasmanian 

brown trout; outwitting an 

early season Tasmanian 

tailer requires stealth and a 

precise cast 

On a humid October day, I watch Millbrook’s 

Dash Laver, an energetic guide with an 

ever-present grin, as he delivers a Shaving 

Brush “fl y” 20m across the breeze-rippled 

Bluegum Lake. The thumbnail-sized imitation 

alights like thistledown. It’s such a perfect 

copy of a real mayfl y that even a swallow 

is confused, pecking it briefl y off the water 

before realising its mistake. A few seconds 

later, a 3kg rainbow trout isn’t so lucky. 

New Zealand is “just across the ditch” and 

putting friendly rivalry aside, its fl y fi shing is 

hard to beat. About 10 years ago, expat Aussie 

Felix Borenstein realised this, quit his life as 

an executive, and set up a fl y-fi shing lodge 

a few hours’ drive north of Christchurch. In 

the height of summer when the cicadas are 

chirping in the beech forest, there’s no better 

place than the mighty Buller and its tributaries 

for a fl y fi sher to be. The rivers around 

Borenstein’s Owen River Lodge are so clear 

that you can see the stones’ quartz lines 10m 

down. The big browns are as long as your arm 

and as alert as a cat at a police dog academy, 


but if you can drop your fl y into the current 

without the fi sh detecting you, you win. 

As autumn arrives, it’s time to go back 

to Tasmania and Launceston — some of 

the fi nest streams in north-east Tasmania 

are just an hour from the airport. These 

waters are at their best in March and April, 

and even if the trout aren’t as big as their 

New Zealand cousins, they’re much more 

abundant. County cricketer-turned-trout 

guide Christopher of Christopher Bassano 

Rainbow Lodge reminds me of a heron as 

he stalks among autumn colours, looking 

for a trout rising in a quiet bubble-line. Once 

winter arrives the streams will close to let 

the trout breed in peace. But Bassano is 

thinking only of the next trout. “Magic time of 

year, mate,” he murmurs, with one eye on the 

bubbling river. 

And he’s right — though when you’re fl y 

fi shing, is there a time that isn’t magic? 

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With her background 

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Kate Waterhouse is 

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racing’s fashion doyenne 

Racing’s 

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She may be racing royalty, but Kate Waterhouse is as lovely inside as her exquisitely 

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“My 

WORDS KATHY BUCHANAN PHOTOGRAPHY CYBELE MALINOWSKI 

fi rst job was as a bookies’ clerk at 

the races,” laughs 26-year-old 

Aussie socialite and racing personality Kate 

Waterhouse, fl ashing a perfect set of pearly 

whites. The style and fashion editor for Sydney’s 

Sun Herald newspaper, and presenter (and face) 

of Foxtel’s Lifestyle You channel, Waterhouse is 

racing royalty. 

Waterhouse’s mother is the legendary 

thoroughbred trainer Gai, her father is 

bookmaker Robbie Waterhouse and she’s the 

granddaughter of racing legend Tommy “TJ” 

Smith. Despite spending her life under the media 

spotlight, Kate Waterhouse has blossomed into 

a graceful and sweet young woman. 

With sparkling diamond earrings, perfectly 

styled hair, and a classic navy blazer, white 

T-shirt and skinny jeans on her slim frame 

complemented with four-inch heels, Waterhouse 

is considered the style queen of the races. 

“I remember always being at the races,” she 

says. “Mum said she took me from the day I 

was born. There’s something for everyone and 

all budgets at the races. It’s a great day out for 

families, for couples, for singles — everyone.” 

Waterhouse grew up riding. “I went to every 

single equestrian event and every holiday was 

horse-riding camp,” she says. “I was absolutely 

obsessed with horses. Forget Barbies, it was all 

about My Little Ponies!” 

Shot on location at Sydney Shangri-La Hotel’s Blu Bar; Styling by Melissa Boyle; hair & make-up by 

Allison Boyle; Kate’s dress by Camilla & Marc and shoes by Miu Miu from David Jones

STAR STRUCK 

KATE WATERHOUSE 



MAIN: Waterhouse does Derby Day 

style in black and white while 

admiring Blu Bar’s harbour views 

BOTTOM: Waterhouse is always 

picture perfect on the fi eld 

Kate’s Tips for Spring 

Dressing at the Races 

. Guys, put a suit on, wear cuffl inks, shine 

those shoes and have a handkerchief that 

matches your tie. 

. Spring racing is all about hats made from 

straw or lighter material. If you don’t feel 

comfortable in a hat, wear a fascinator. 

. Open-toe shoes are recommended. 

. Don’t take a massive handbag. Use a clutch 

or a small bag with a handle. 

. Th is spring is all about feminine, pretty 

colours. We’re seeing a lot of neutral tones 

this season. Dress appropriately for the 

weather too — I can guarantee every 

racetrack will get cold by the afternoon. Take 

a jacket, coat or pashmina to keep you warm. 

. It’s not a nightclub, so leave the sequins at 

home. No midriff s or miniskirts, and to be 

proper, you should have shoulder straps 

covering your shoulders. Wear something 

sophisticated and elegant, like what you’d 

wear to a stylish lunch with your grandma. 

. It’s a long day, so my mum always says wear 

comfortable shoes, but I wear the highest of 

high shoes. Protect your shoes with Party 

Feet and fold up ballerina fl ats in your bag. 

Given her fi rst horse as a Christmas present 

when she was only four, this style guru’s future 

seems predestined. “I was given a race horse 

when I was 10 and I was this tiny grasshopper 

on this massive white horse,” she laughs, while 

sipping her peppermint tea daintily at Blu Bar 

in Sydney’s Shangri-La Hotel. “I still love riding, 

but it’s more of a luxury these days.” 

She studied graphic design before realising 

her real passion was writing about fashion, so 

Waterhouse did a Bachelor of Arts in media 

communication at Sydney’s Macleay College. 

Before she’d even graduated, she was writing 

as a special correspondent for the Daily 

Telegraph on race days. 

Her big break arrived in the UK. “Just before 

I fi nished with uni I went to Ascot Races and 

the Sunday Telegraph asked me to write 

an article about it, so I wrote about all the 

restaurants, nightclubs and celeb spotting. 

It was a fun article, and when I got back they 

offered me a full-time job. I was only 22, so at 

fi rst I did party and social reporting. It wasn’t 

hard to convince my friends to go out!” 

Eighteen months later, she became the 

fashion editor for the Sun Herald and began a 

society column “Date With Kate”, in which she 

interviewed celebrities like Kim Kardashian, 

Delta Goodrem and Kristy Hinze. 

When not in the eye of the fashion storm, 

Waterhouse is dating the dashing former 

Roosters rugby player Luke Ricketson. “He’s 

such a gentleman,” she gushes of Ricketson, 

who now works in sales for Channel Nine. She 

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The party season 

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nationally this month 

She adds with a laugh, “Weekends are very 

unglamorous. I love watching movies or girlie 

shows on Lifestyle You.” For now, Waterhouse 

lives with her older brother Tom. “He’s a 

bookmaker, so he’s followed in my dad 

and grandfather’s footsteps. He’s about to 

launch a betting website, so he’s taken what 

dad does to a whole new level.” 

Waterhouse’s father introduced her to 

another side of the track. “When I fi nished 

school, dad was like, ‘you’re coming to work 

with me’. Everyone thinks the races are very 

glamorous, but in the betting ring it isn’t. I 

was putting on bets, collecting money, giving 

pay-outs. The characters I met! I did it for 

a couple of years for long hours, morning 

to night. Dad was right, it was the biggest 

learning curve of my life.” She hasn’t strayed 

far afi eld though, having previously been a 

David Jones racing ambassador. This spring, 

she plans to attend at least 10 race days. 

But Waterhouse’s true love is clearly 

being in vogue. “I love writing about fashion 

because it’s always changing with new 

trends. It’s a great way to express yourself.” 

As for whether she prefers presenting or 

writing, that’s an easy choice. “These days 

you need to be across all of them. 

“However, I fi nd writing a lot easier than 

presenting, because you can sit there in your 


In Our Words 

Th is year, the Melbourne 

Cup will celebrate its 150th 

anniversary. To commemorate, 

a glossy book, Th e Story of the 

Melbourne Cup — Australia’s Greatest 

Race, will be published. Endorsed by the 

Victoria Racing Club, it off ers an extensive historical 

and cultural account of the Cup, and the characters 

who made it great. 

Similarly, Sydney’s champion trainer will release 

Gai Waterhouse, In My Words. Th is diary of the racing 

season of 2009–10 is from one of the world’s most 

successful women in racing. Th e diary covers all the 

hard work, drama and excitement of the racing world 

— from a distinct Waterhouse point of view and with 

commentary from the whole family. 

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Kate’s Favourite 

Holiday Spots 

Port Douglas 

Port Douglas: “It’s amazing if you have kids 

— as a child I loved it. Th ere are loads of water 

activities and nice restaurants.” 

Byron Bay: “Th e restaurants are good, the 

accommodation is great and the pubs are fun. I 

love going to the beach there.” 

Th ailand: “Bangkok is fun. Th ere are great 

bars, restaurants and nightclubs. I’ve also been 

to Phuket and the beaches there are stunning. 

Th e snorkelling is beautiful, and I love Th ai 

food and having lots of massages. Th e people 

are so friendly and lovely.” 


Waterhouse is a 

regular at Australia’s 

red carpet events 

trackies and Ugg boots. But when on TV, you 

have to deliver your lines well and look good 

24/7. There’s a lot of pressure.” 

She’s clearly learnt her grace-under-fi re 

mentality from her racing legend mother. “I 

admire mum so much. She’s so talented at 

what she does. She has time for everybody 

and so much energy. She works seven days 

a week, although while we were growing up 

she was always there for us. She had dinner 

on the table for us every night and was there 

to help us with our homework. Mum is out in 

the mud but you only see the end product of 

her in a hat and a pretty outfi t. She’s such an 

inspiration. It’s really exciting watching the 

horse’s progress and always hoping mum has 

a winner.” With such a strong matriarch, no 

wonder Waterhouse is effortlessly elegant. 

For this Sydney socialite — who admits her 

secret talent is changing the TV remote with 

her toes — it seems like her race to the top of 

the media has really only just begun. 

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SPRING IN 

YOUR STEP 

Melbourne’s newest local boutiques are 

recharging the shopping scene — follow our 

guide to these budding talents 

WORDS ALEX ZABOTTO-BENTLEY PHOTOGRAPHY MARNIE HADDAD 

Melbourne 

is full of secret 

shopping 

locations with special websites leading the 

buyer to underground precincts. But these 

hideaways are not so secret anymore. Maybe 

that’s a good thing — we should all be able to 

enjoy them. It keeps the economy rolling along 

and opens our eyes to all the exciting creativity 

that a city has to offer. 

I’m going to highlight some really unique 

stores and their creators who will make you 

smile, and let you be part of their shopping 

community. While many indie boutiques are 

hidden in and around the graffi ti-covered 

back lanes of central Melbourne, I’m going 

to slingshot you all over town and let you 

discover other locales in greater Melbourne. 

Pack your lunch and let’s go! 

Heidi Macdonald sits happily in beachside 

Elwood in her store Evercherry. “I remodel 

and reconstruct vintage pieces — clothing, 

accessories — anything gorgeous worth 

saving. I also design jewellery, head pieces and 

of course, clothing.” 

I love Macdonald’s style. She takes vintage 

classics and handpicks worthy pieces from 

markets, stores and op shops on her travels 

through Europe, then resurrects them for her 

store. Alongside her unique pieces, there’s the 

Rittenhouse men’s, women’s and children’s 

collection. Macdonald’s vintage jewellery 

collection is amazing, and with prices starting 

at AU$80, once these pieces are sold, that’s 

it — they’ll never be seen again. 

Across town in Seddon, Melbourne’s vibrant 

inner west, sits an emporium aptly named 

Seddonia. A gloriously jammed corner store, 


it’s almost like its own hidden principality. 

Nicola McGaan and Inge Turpie met at 

design school in the ’80s and have designed 

together since, despite having their own 

separate artistic careers. In the past few years, 

they have nestled into a location in Seddon, 

somewhere between Yarraville and Footscray. 

Besides working on their collaborative label, 

Friday, which features resin jewellery and 

candles, they have an astute eye for fi nding 

appealing products. As practising artists, their 

particular aesthetic is a quirky, vintage market 

style. This is refl ected in everything they 

make and sell in-store — which is personal, 

collectable, handmade, well-designed and 

totally affordable. 

The store also refl ects the burgeoning local 

art scene and designers. Old-world maps, 

Skipping Girl posters, art-based men’s and 

women’s fashion, Elk Jewellery’s wooden 

beads: my favourite is the Blink sew-your-own 

kit. Great buys include Calico screen-printed 

babushka dolls and elephants, or Est beautiful 

hand-rolled soaps made with extra virgin olive 

oil from AU$8. 

Back in the city, meander through the 

back streets into a laneway, then climb up 

a scary staircase in an old printing press 

factory — which also used to be renowned 

artist Mirka Mora’s studio back in the day — 

to fi nd Comeback Kid. Patrick Roberts and 

Greta Larkins’ sole focus is men’s fashion. 

They source labels from all over Australia and 

overseas, including Sweden and Israel. 

This large, open and industrial studio space 

perfectly showcases great local brands such 

as Limedrop, Romance Was Born and Stolen

CLOCKWISE FROM 

TOP LEFT: Brothers 

Alex and Tim are the 

talents behind From 

Britten; the many 

treasures of Seddonia; 

Letitia McLean is Down 

Yonder’s friendly owner; 

the funky togs of Down 

Yonder; Evercherry’s 

Heidi Macdonald is right 

at home in her store; the 

cool threads of Comeback 

Kid keep young men 

coming back for more 

RETAIL THERAPY 

MELBOURNE 


Girlfriends Club, but the local iconic jewellery 

brand Does Not Equal is the standout — it’s 

affordable and completely covetable with 

prices starting at AU$60. 

Comeback Kid’s clientele are “mostly young 

guys who love their fashion, and know what 

they like and don’t like. We try to stock pieces 

for the more adventurous customers, but also 

good-quality basics.” 

Take Me There 

1 EVERCHERRY 

72 Ormond Rd, Elwood, 

tel: +61 (3) 9525 7336 

1 SEDDONIA 

41 Gamon St, Seddon, 

tel: +61 (3) 9689 9368 

1 COMEBACK KID 

Level 1, 8 Rankins Ln, 

Melbourne, 

tel: +61 (3) 9670 7076 

1 SELF PRESERVATION 

70 Bourke St, Melbourne, 

tel: +61 (3) 9650 0523 

1 FROM BRITTEN 

20 Manchester Ln, Melbourne, 

tel: +61 (3) 9663 8991 

1 DOWN YONDER 

485 Malvern Rd, South Yarra, 

tel: +61 (3) 9826 5400 

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all across Australia, and from Bali, 

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Light fares from AU$39 one way. 

` 

LEFT/RIGHT: 

Self Preservation’s stunning 

pieces; Anitsa Connor creates 

unique jewellery designs in 

Self Preservation 

WE CREATED A SPACE WHERE 

PEOPLE COULD ESCAPE THE CITY AND 

UNWIND IN A CALM ENVIRONMENT 

Self Preservation at the top end of 

Bourke Street feels like a Belle Epoque time 

capsuled-gift to the Melbourne shopper. It’s 

beautifully fashioned, evoking the style and 

atmosphere of a bygone Europe with dining in 

the front space, a unisex jewellery store with 

13 Melbourne designers and vintage jewellery 

in the back, and a studio upstairs where Anitsa 

Connor makes her signature pieces. 

Connor explains that the store’s name 

comes from the fact that jewellery was 

traditionally used for protection. “So we 

created a space where people could escape 

the bustling city, and unwind in a calm and 

elegant environment, enjoying beautiful food 

and wine while perusing a diverse range 

of designer jewellery.” I love the longitude 

and latitude rings made by local jeweller Ali 

Alexander, and the great coffee. 

Alex Britten-Finschi and Tim Britten-Finschi 

are brothers and partners-in-crime, and their 

brand, From Britten, is irresistible. Their 

store, located in Manchester Lane in the city, is 

simple yet stocked with highly considered and 

intricate pieces. 

The brothers are passionate and excited 

about their brand and their ever-changing 

displays are testament to this. Their market 

is “tasteful men and women who appreciate 

quality on all levels of garment design — from 

the fabric to the most inconspicuous but 

still-vital detail.” Their slim knit trench is a 

champion. As the boys say: “It’s slimming, 

trendy, comfortable, great value for money 



Variety is keyword 

in the wonderfully 

bright world 

of Seddonia 

and brings a smile to the customer’s face 

every time: it’s very rewarding.” At AU$395, it’s 

a piece that will be a wardrobe hero for years. 

Down Yonder located on busy Malvern 

Road in South Yarra is just down yonder from 

Hawksburn Village. It’s the adventurous and 

brilliantly styled store by Letitia McLean. 

From the window displays to the interior 

styling, this collective store has Gen X, Y, Z and 

then some written all over it. 

McLean says: “We set out to offer a brave 

mix of products to very fashion-conscious 

Melburnians. There’s always something new, 

and we put it together with a bit of spunk.” 

The store is relaxed yet energetic. 

Affordable design is well-catered for, with a 

number of Australian and New Zealand male 

and female fashion labels stocked here (killer 

jewellery pieces range from AU$40–$100). 

Anything the customers do pay a premium for 

is truly unique or carries cult status, such as 

the house label Friend of Mine draped army 

shirt with an embossed American fl ag at 

AU$245 — most certainly a collectable piece. 

I see there is a new guard in Melbourne: 

adventurous, honest and youthful with a very 

strong sense of the collectable. 

From fashion to homewares, they’re like 

curators of their own domains. It’s a joy going 

to these spaces, and everything is affordable 

and unique. What a way to shop!


With 

actress Julia Roberts eating, 

meditating and loving her way 

across the big screen in Eat Pray Love this 

month, Bali is ready for a wave of inspired 

travellers seeking their own frangipani-lined 

path towards harmony and spirituality. 

The magical Hindu island features in the 

fi nale of the fi lm based on the hit novel by 

Elizabeth Gilbert. Bali oozes romance that can 

be soaked up whether you’re travelling alone, 

or with a partner and kids in tow. 

From smouldering volcanoes to thundering 

surf along both black- and white-sand 

beaches, Bali boasts abundant natural beauty. 

Visitors can follow in the footsteps of Roberts 

and Gilbert by indulging in wonderful cuisine, 

inhaling heady incense wafting across hushed 

temples, marvelling at mystical dances and 

succumbing to a rhythmic massage. 

Not surprisingly, luxury hotels are now 

appealing to travellers with special packages 

inspired by the book and movie. For instance, 

Ayana Resort and Spa offers a special deal 

that goes all out to recreate Gilbert’s four 

months in Bali. 

“The fi lm has been highly anticipated since 

Julia Roberts, and the cast and crew came to 

Bali to fi lm,” says Ayana’s general manager 

Charles de Foucault, noting the alreadystrong 

bookings for their package. It starts 

with rooms from US$298++ (AU$325) for a 

minimum four-night stay, and includes a jamu 

drink, yoga, massage, a tiki torch-lit romantic 

dinner, and a visit to the author’s personal 

seer and healer, Ketut Liyer, in the cool hills 

of Ubud. 

Located at the quiet beach of the 

same name, Karma Jimbaran offers a 

three-night Eat, Pray, Spa package starting 

from US$362++ (AU$395) per person for 

two people. It includes a traditional Balinese 

Megibung dinner — a tapas of traditional 

recipes — and attendance at a kecak dance at 

Uluwatu Temple. But the daily spa treatments 

Eat, pray and love your 

way to paradise with 

our guide to living 

Elizabeth Gilbert’s novel 

WORDS SAMANTHA BROWN 

are the real draw here: a blue-light energy 

massage and a Balinese bathing ritual are just 

some of the treats on offer. 

Write Your Own 

Novel Experience 

If such luxury is beyond your wallet, never 

fear: with the island’s many accessible and 

affordable offerings, create your own Eat Pray 

Love itinerary for a fraction of the price. 

Bali offers a vast array of cuisines, from 

fi nger-licking street food to degustation 

menus worth travelling across the globe for. 

In Ubud, no-fuss Warung Ibu Oka is the place 

to try the Balinese delicacy babi guling, or 

suckling pig. A plate includes succulent roast 

pork, crackling, sausage, vegetables and rice. 

Vegetarians should take a scenic walk up 

to Sari Organic, which sources fruits and 

vegetables for its smoothies and salads from 

its own orchards and gardens. Then come 

evening, don a little black dress or crisp shirt 

for the degustation menu served in Mozaic’s 

candlelit garden. 

Back on the coast, Sarong in Seminyak 

serves delectable Asian cuisine in lovely 

surrounds — the betel leaf starters are a 

must-try. French restaurant Metis dishes out 

romance among the rice paddies along with 

modern classics such as crispy pork belly with 

mashed potatoes, savoy cabbage and apple 

cider vinegar sauce. 

Or dine alfresco by digging your toes into 

the sand at Jimbaran Bay, where numerous 

warung (casual outdoor eateries) serve 

barbecued seafood freshly plucked from the 

nearby waters. 

Bali is also the place to fi nd sustenance 

for your soul. You could fi ll an entire holiday 

visiting its ancient temples, but the most 

sacred and largest is Besakih, a sprawling 

complex of shrines set against the backdrop 

of the holy Mount Agung. Although hugely 

popular with tourists and a host of major 

Ornamental boat: Photolibrary

CLOCKWISE: Admire 

an ornamental boat 

at Jimbaran Bay; try a 

petal massage; have 

a romantic moonlit 

dinner; enjoy a sunset 

horse ride with Umalas 

Equestrian Resort 

BALI OOZES 

ROMANCE, 

WHETHER YOU’RE 

TRAVELLING 

ALONE OR WITH A 

PARTNER AND KIDS 

HUB 

BALI 


CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: A 

performance of the famous Balinese 

kecak dance; Julia Roberts in a still 

from Eat Pray Love; a sundowner; 

Mozaic’s romantic garden 

Take Me There 

1 AYANA RESORT AND SPA 

Jln Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, 

tel: +62 (361) 702 222 

1 KARMA JIMBARAN 

Jln Bukit Permai, Jimbaran, 

tel: +62 (361) 708 800 

1 WARUNG IBU OKA 

Jln Suweta, Ubud, 

tel: +62 (361) 976 345 

1 SARI ORGANIC 

800m down the Abangan/Water Way, 

tel: +62 (361) 780 1839 

1 MOZAIC 

Jln Raya Sanggingan, Ubud, 

tel: +62 (361) 975 768 

1 SARONG 

19X Jln Petitenget, Kerobokan, 

tel: +62 (361) 737 809 

1 METIS 

6 Jln Petitenget, Kerobokan Kelod, 

tel: +62 (361) 737 888 

1 YOGA BARN 

44 Jln Hanoman, Ubud, 

tel: +62 (361) 971 236 

1 DESA SENI 

13 Jln Subak Sari, Pantai Berawa, Canggu, 

tel: +62 (361) 844 6392 

1 VOLKS WORLD 

Tel: +62 818 353 790 

1 UMALAS EQUESTRIAN RESORT 

Jalan Lestari 9x, 

Banjar Umalas Kauh, Kerobokan, 

tel: +62 (361) 731 402 

1 KU DE TA 

Jln Kayu Aya 9, Seminyak, 

tel: +62 (361) 736 969 

1 BREEZE 

The Samaya, 

Jln Laksmana, Seminyak, 

tel: +62 (361) 731 149 

1 FRANGIPANI LOUNGE 

La Lucciola, 

Jln Petitenget, Seminyak, 

tel: +62 (361) 730 838 

1 COCOON BEACH CLUB 

Jln Double Six, Blue Ocean Tce, Seminyak, 

tel: +62 (361) 731 266 

Jetstar flies direct to Bali from 

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ceremonies, the 

14th-century temple 

is big enough to fi nd 

a quiet meditation 

corner. Or visit the 

spectacular Pura 

Uluwatu, an 11thcentury 

sea temple 

set majestically 

above soaring 

limestone cliffs and crashing waves. Time 

a visit at sunset, so you can catch the kecak 

dance performance — a portrayal of the Hindu 

epic Ramayana, where scores of sarong-clad 

men perform a trance-like chant. 

Whether you’re a complete beginner or 

a daily practitioner, yoga is a great way to 

get in touch with your own spirituality, and 

in Bali you’re spoiled for choice for teachers 

and locations. In Ubud, the Yoga Barn is the 

place to head to for a drop-in class among rice 

paddies. The village resort of Desa Seni also 

offers regular classes, as well as a wide array of 

spiritual retreats. 

Last but not least, romance is a vital key 

ingredient on this Bali itinerary. Let it begin 

at the crack of dawn by watching the sunrise 

from the deck of a colourful local sailing boat, 

or jukung. Pack a hamper and hire a boat 

from sleepy Sanur beach or Amed further 

up the east coast. Expect to pay about 

IDR200,000 (AU$24) per hour for hire of the 

boat, with a driver. 

For a day-time picnic, try secluded beach 

retreat Pasir Putih, or White Sand Beach, on 

the east coast. Don scarves and sunnies, grab 

a picnic hamper and head there in an open- 

air VW — if you’ve got 

kids, there’ll be room 

for them as well. Volks 

World offers full-day 

trips for IDR500,000 

(AU$61), with a driver. 

Or take to horseback to 

feel the wind in your hair 

as you horse-ride along 

Batu Belig beach at dusk, 

where a two-hour beach 

tour with Umalas Equestrian Resort will set 

you back US$72 (AU$79) per person. 

At the end of the day, sipping a cocktail 

as the sun sinks is another romantic Bali 

moment. In trendy Seminyak, Ku De Ta, 

Breeze and Frangipani Lounge all offer 

fabulous ocean views to feast your eyes on 

as you sip your sophisticated concoction. 

Or make a beeline for Cocoon Beach Club 

at Double Six, where a poolside butler will 

take care of random things like keeping your 

sunglasses smudge-free so you can focus 

better on your loved one. 

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Balinese kecak dance: Gavin Hellier/Getty Images; cocktail: Steph Goralnick/Getty Images

FULL 

SAIL 

AHEAD 

Blustery Port Phillip Bay will be 

the base for Sailing World Cup 

action when it tacks into town 

WORDS CRAIG TANSLEY 


Australia’s Mathew 

Belcher and Malcolm 

Page are 2010’s 470 

world champions 

Photos: Sports The Library

When 

Jessica Watson became the 

youngest person to sail solo 

and unassisted around the world, Australia 

stopped in its tracks to cheer her home. Every 

TV network devoted live coverage to her 

homecoming; camera crews competed for the 

best vantage point as she sailed into Sydney 

Harbour that memorable morning in May. 

And in 1983 when a courageous team of 

Aussie underdogs defi ed impossible odds to 

capture the America’s Cup for the fi rst time 

in the prestigious event’s 138-year history, 

Australia’s then-Prime Minister Bob Hawke 

famously declared that any boss who sacked 

an employee for not coming to work that day 

“was a bum”. 

Aside from these two events — and Jesse 

Martin and Kay Cottee’s then-world records 

for sailing solo around the world — the sport 

of sailing receives very little fanfare in a 

country that actually ranks as the second-best 

competitive sailing nation on earth (bet you 

didn’t know that!). 

But this could all start to change when the 

world’s attention focuses directly on sailing 

in December, at Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay. 

The world’s greatest sailors will gather at 

Sandringham Yacht Club to compete across 

10 Olympic-class sailing events in stage one 

of the International Sailing Federation’s (ISAF) 

Sailing World Cup, from 12–18 December. 

Unlike other World Cups, you won’t have 

to book early for tickets or pay hundreds of 

dollars for front-row seats. At Sandringham 

— just 25 minutes’ drive south of Melbourne’s 

CBD — you can watch every bit of the 

world-class action at this family-friendly event 

for free. 

“Elite Olympic athletes will be taking to 

the water, so we can promise you exciting, 

world-class sailing,” says Kate Allen, the 

event development manager. “To be part of 

the Olympics, any sport needs to meet key 

criteria, one of which is a broad appeal. The 

ISAF thus felt it was important to introduce 

an annual global event to continually raise 

awareness of the sport. That’s why this — the 

ISAF Sailing World Cup — was born.” 

The ISAF Sailing World Cup is considered 

the grand slam of Olympic-class sailing, 

and will take place across seven countries 

in 2010 and 2011 — with Sail Melbourne 

hosting the fi rst leg of the series. Sail 

Melbourne has existed as an international 

sailing regatta since 1994. Because of the 

event’s strong reputation and the worldclass 

sailing conditions on Melbourne’s Port 

Phillip Bay, ISAF selected the event as one of 

its prestigious World Cup events. 

Australian competitors are excited by the 

home location and are hopeful it will ensure 

more victories, especially since they’re 

used to dragging their yachts all over the 

world to compete — a task which requires 

AU$350,000 a year in travel costs alone for 

some teams. 

Leading female sailor Megan de Lange is 

hoping the backyard advantage will play into 

the Australian sailors’ hands. “It’s so good 

to have the Americans and the Europeans 

sailing on our waters for a change,” she says. 

“Port Phillip Bay is tricky — it can be shallow 

and it can be deep, so you have different 

GO GUIDE 

SAILING WORLD CUP 


TOP/BOTTOM: An ISAF 

presentation; catch ripping 

Laser action on the bay 

wave conditions and the wind’s always 

changing direction. Hopefully we’ll be able to 

use these conditions to our advantage.” 

Three-time World Championship gold 

medallist sailor and last year’s Sail Melbourne 

champion in the 490 class (yachts measuring 

490cm) Nathan Outteridge says he hopes 

Australians will get behind the event because 

sailing is “every bit as Australian as cricket in 

the summer”. 

“Aussies do so well in sailing but it never 

makes the news,” he says. “We need to get 

people to understand how much fun sailing is, 

and how healthy the sailing lifestyle is. 

“There’s a lot to it, and when you get into 

the rules and understand what each team’s 

doing, you get more excited about what’s 

going on out there — it’s very tactical, the 

lead’s always changing. I think a lot of Aussies 

think of sailing as this big corporate thing 

because you only see events like the America’s 

Cup or the Sydney to Hobart race.” 

The event also opens the door to 

competitors at a grassroots level by providing 

an opportunity to compete alongside the best 

in the world. 

Yachting Australia’s high-performance 

director Peter Conde says they’re expecting 


even bigger numbers of top international 

sailors. Despite the infl ux, local sailors are still 

expected to hold their own, with Outteridge 

in particular a favourite to back up last year’s 

win, which will see him closer to cementing 

his place in the 2012 London Olympics. 

But there’ll be plenty happening at 

Sandringham Yacht Club besides the action 

on the water. The World Cup will have an 

offi cial Ladies’ Day, on Wednesday 15 

December. Then on Saturday 18 December, 

there’ll be a marine-driven carnival onshore, 

including Family Day which provides 

visitors with the chance to meet Australia’s 

Olympic sailing heroes to discuss the sailing 

lifestyle, and the chance to sail, windsurf, 

stand-up paddle, kite-boarding and kayak; as 

well as enjoy some classic on-shore games. 

Afterwards, a chic lifestyle party on the idyllic 

yacht club balcony will provide beats from 

Melbourne-based DJ talent and stunning 

fashion parades. 

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DREAM 

TIME 

Wild buffaloes: Tourism NT

From wild 

buffaloes to rare 

birds, the Dreaming 

Place Trail in the 

Northern Territory 

is an eden in itself 

WORDS IAN CRAWSHAW 

PHOTOGRAPHY PETER EVE 


MAIN: The Dreaming 

Place Trail takes you 

into the stunning 

Gorge 8; a brown 

goshawk fl ies 

overhead; turkey 

bush wildfl owers 

abound; beware wild 

buffaloes lurking 

in spear grass 

“So 

ADRENALINE 

KATHERINE GORGE 

what happens if that wild buffalo 

attacks us?” I ask Mick, our rugged 

guide and Aussie outback survivor. The two 

other trekkers and I look expectantly at him 

for trusty advice and bush knowledge. 

“Run!” he says. “Just drop your bag and 

run like buggery — and I’ll be in front of you!” 

That’s it? One hundred metres away, hidden 

by 2m-high spear grass, a monstrous, black 

buffalo is snorting, stomping its hooves and 

glaring at us. No buffalo whispering, no secret 

moves, just “run!”? It’s about now I realise this 

is pioneering, not trekking. 

I’d wanted a Top End experience beyond 

crocodile cruises, didgeridoo lessons and 

camel rides, when I heard about Mick Jerram’s 

treks into Katherine, three hours south of 

Darwin. His organised trips usually involve 

kayaking the gentle rapids of lower Katherine 

River. But he’s also a seasoned outback 

adventurer, and loves to explore much wilder, 

harsher Aussie bush with adults and schoolies. 


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The 50km Dreaming Place 

Trail offers plenty of stunning 

vistas and moments of 

solitude, like here at Gorge 8 

INSET: The journalist with 

guide Mick Jerram 

And so it was I found myself (journo, city 

slicker, softie) trekking with Peter (nature 

photographer with a zoom lens longer than my 

leg) and Neil (super-fi t Brit, hardcore trekker 

in dazzling bright red pants and T-shirt: “Easier 

for the rescue helicopter to spot your corpse,” 

he cheerfully explains). Plus our guide Mick, 

who leads us down into the blue haze of a 

lost primordial valley — if dinosaurs were still 

around, they’d be living here. 

We’re tackling Northern 

Territory’s latest trekking 

frontier, the Dreaming Place 

Trail, descending into Eva Valley 

to enter Nitmiluk (Katherine 

Gorge) through the “back 

door” — the rarely visited Gorge 

8. This is the new, hipper and 

more remote alternative to the 

already popular Larapinta and Jatbula Trails. 

Everywhere in the Top End of Australia, 

things tend to be a little off the beaten path, 

but the Dreaming Place Trail is the next level. 

During your four- or fi ve-day trek, you’re 

unlikely to see another soul. Occasionally, 

maybe you’ll spy a hunting party of traditional 

landowners: the Jawoyn clan. Or during 

school holidays, there may be families with 

young kids camping by the river at Gorge 5, 

with its safe swimming for youngsters. But 

for most of the 50km Dreaming Place Trail, 

trekkers are frighteningly much on their own. 

So back to the big, black buffalo eyeing us, 

now making up its mind on whether to charge 

at us or not. “We could stand behind a tree,” 

suggests Mick. “And just keep dodging it. 

They’re too big to run in small circles. It’s 

pretty funny when that happens actually.” I 

look desperately around for this non-existent 

tree, but unexpectedly the grumpy bull turns 

BULLS CAN KILL YOU. 

BUT YOU’D HAVE TO BE 

REALLY UNLUCKY TO GET 

BITTEN BY A SNAKE 

heel and thunders into a forest of bright pink 

salmon gums. 

The huge bodies of feral buffalo living in 

Nitmiluk National Park cut swathes through 

the spear grass. The downside of following 

these tracks is that the buffalo can turn up 

at any moment, and are responsible for the 

injuries of more Northern Territory trekkers 

than both deadly snakes and crocodiles 

combined together. 

“Bulls can kill you. But you’d have to be 

really unlucky to get bitten by a snake,” says 

Mick. 

“Snakes hear you coming and 

escape, you won’t even see one on this trail.” 

All the stranger then that next morning, a 

delighted Peter was taking photos of the rare 

hooded parrot when he looked down and there 

at his feet was… a snake. Obviously hard of 

hearing, or maybe it liked having its photo 

taken, the brown reptile mercifully slipped 

quietly away without a fi ght. 

Our fi rst encounter with crocodiles is 

equally confl ict-free, as we unroll our swags 

on a Katherine River sandbank. Washing off 

the day’s grime, knee-deep in warm fl owing 

water, we notice a young freshwater crocodile 

sunbaking on a rock, eyeing us with interest. 

“They’re so cute when they’re young!” I say, 

splashing my toes in the water, tempting it 

nearer for a photo and terrifying Neil. 

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Take Me There 

As with the popular Larapinta Trail just north 

of Alice Springs, or the busy Jatbula Trail in 

Katherine Gorge, any visitor can attempt to 

walk the Dreaming Place Trail unguided. But 

going with an accredited local guide will include 

Aboriginal land permits, National Park Access, 

and essential trekking equipment, including 

SatNav, swag and camp kitchen. Just bring your 

walking boots, hat and sunblock. The following 

companies are eco-tourism accredited, 

ensuring best environmental practices, and the 

safety and security of its guests. 

1 MICK JERRAM, GECKO CANOEING 

AND TREKKING 

Tel: +61 (8) 8972 2224 

1 TREK LARAPINTA 

Tel: +61 (0) 428 402 0277 

1 NITMILUK TOURS 

Tel: +61 (8) 8972 1253 

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No, I am not mad. This is Upper 

Katherine River. No saltwater crocodile has 

ever been found above Gorge 3, and our little 

bath-time buddy is just a shy freshwater croc. 

Living in the Top End, you’ll quickly learn the 

difference between aggressive, man-eating 

salties (such as the 5m “Sweetheart” on show 

in Darwin Museum), and the cute, shy freshies 

that live in every Northern Territory billabong 

and waterhole: crocs so cute that local kids 

keep them as pets — yes, really). 

On the Dreaming Place Trail, you’ll see 

wallabies, kangaroos, crocs, and get the 

opportunity to go fi shing for barramundi. 

On our trip, we also hoped to see one or two 

hooded parrots. “It’s an endangered species,” 

explains Peter. “I wonder if there’re any still 

living out here?” Amazingly, we see fl ocks of 


MAIN: A waterfall and 

billabong at Lily Pond, 

Gorge 3; a wallaby watches 

approaching trekkers; 

admiring the artwork in 

the cave of the “yellow 

kangaroo dreaming” 

hundreds and hundreds of hooded 

parrots. Someone forgot to tell them 

they’re endangered. 

We also come across thousands of 

red-crested black cockatoos, rainbow 

lorikeets, rosellas and gouldian 

fi nches. The abundance of fl ora and 

fauna in Nitmiluk is why Jawoyn 

people have hunted here for thousands 

of years, right up to the present day. 

“Follow me,” says Mick one 

afternoon. “This is a surprise.” We 

climb up a narrow stone canyon. Lifting 

ourselves onto a rock overhang, we’re 

shocked by a giant, leaping kangaroo. 

In ancient real-estate speak, the cave of the 

“yellow kangaroo dreaming” is a well-appointed 

property with water views, conveniently 

situated for hunts in the valley below (location, 

location, location). This solid piece of tightly 

held real estate is tastefully decorated in 

shades of ochre. There’s a magnifi cent yellow 

kangaroo on one wall, with assorted spirits and 

sky people drawings in white at the entrance. 

It may not have deer antlers hanging on 

the wall or a tartan carpet, but this is a real 

hunting lodge. Sitting under ancient murals 

painted hundreds of years ago, with the 

charcoal of 10,000 campfi res blackening the 

ceiling above, I know we’re guests in what was 

once someone’s home. 


Each day, our journey continues deeper into 

the gorges — including an afternoon picnic at the 

enormous Smitt Rock with its safe swimming 

lagoon. How is it this 200m rock protudes 

from the middle of the Katherine River? On the 

morning of our last day, we tuck into a breakfast 

of dehydrated egg, bacon and beans; just add 

boiling water for a plate full of brown sludge. “It’s 

quite tasty, isn’t it?” says hardcore trekker Neil. 

Waiting for our ride to arrive at the Gorge 3 

pontoon, we swim in the nearby Lily Pond and 

contemplate Aboriginal rock art high above us. 

Our peace is shattered by the chattering of 60 

voices echoing around the canyon, speaking 

in Japanese, German, French and Cockney. 

“Lovely ’ere, innit?” Our ride home had arrived. 

Back in Darwin, the magic of the Dreaming 

Place Trail began to sink in. I recalled that on 

the night of day two, the bright full moon had 

awoken me and I had risen from my swag 

to walk to the lagoon. A silvery waterfall was 

roaring then from dark cliffs above, and the 

surrounding black tropical rainforest was alive 

with noises of the night. 

At that moment, in the moonlight, on the 

bank of a shimmering tropical billabong, I fi nally 

understood what made this walk special. This 

truly was a trail like no other. Because out here, 

I’d found my Dreaming Place. 


Gorge 4 at 

Nitmiluk 

National Park 

is even more 

impressive 

at night 

Photo: Tourism NT

MIR CLE 

W TERS 


Take the plunge into a hot spring 

and discover why onsen bathing is 

Japan’s national pastime 

WORDS SUSAN GOUGH HENLY 

Main photo: ©Visual Gunma/JNTO; Netsu No Yu photo: Sue Gough Henly

OPPOSITE: Steam rising from 

the hot springs of Yubatake 

THIS PAGE TOP/BOTTOM: 

The Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari 

foot bath; water kneading in 

progress at Netsu No Yu hot 

spring in Kusatsu 

It’s 

estimated that Japan has more than 

28,000 hot springs (onsen) dotting 

the length of the country — ranging from 

riverside waterholes to all-inclusive onsen 

theme parks. Some of the best hot spring 

resorts are in areas of great natural beauty, 

which make them fabulous travel destinations. 

While many hotels and traditional ryokans 

deliver fi ve-star experiences, public bath 

houses offer everyone the opportunity to take 

to the waters. Depending on their specifi c 

mineral content, hot springs are said to help 

with anything from bruises and sprains, to 

skin infl ammation, indigestion and respiratory 

problems. Fact or fi ction, there’s no denying 

that they certainly diffuse your worries. 

Onsen bathing began more than 1,000 years 

ago. Initially a pleasure enjoyed exclusively by 

royalty, warlords and samurai soon discovered 

how effective the springs were in healing 

battle wounds. Later, hardworking farmers 

used them to soothe aching muscles. Today, 

it’s one of Japan’s most popular activities 

and pastimes. 

Originally, men and women bathed 

together naked in the hot springs. But when 

Japan opened up to the West with the arrival 

of Admiral Perry and the rather prudish 

Americans in the 1850s, onsen bathing 

became segregated. Today, most onsen have 

separate male and female baths. In most 

onsen theme parks however, people bathe 

together and wear swimsuits. 

To select four of the most interesting onsen 

to visit from Tokyo, we sought the help of 

Charles Davidson, who owns the Peninsula Hot 

Springs in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula — 

Australia’s fi rst and fi nest hot-spring day spa. A 

convert to the relaxing qualities of hot springs 

during the fi ve years he lived in Japan, Davidson 

has translated the Japanese aesthetic into a 

natural Australian bathing experience. 

OEDO-ONSEN-MONOGATARI 

With hot spring water pumped from 1,400m 

beneath Tokyo Bay, this is Tokyo’s most 

popular family-friendly onsen theme park. 

Select one of 19 brightly coloured yukata 

(cotton gowns) to change into, after which the 

fun really begins. 

A watchtower decorated with colourful 

paper lanterns is the focal point of a traditional 

Shogun-era townscape lined with 16 different 

restaurants. Amusements include musical 

performances, fortune-telling, drumming and 

fi sh-netting, not to mention souvenir shops, 

beer and ice cream vendors. 

“The traditional Edo townscape here is 

based on Japan’s good old days prior to the 

West’s infl uence,” says Davidson. “Kids just 

love the carnival-like atmosphere.” 

Everyone can enjoy the outdoor footbaths 

together in pretty landscaped gardens, 

and then wander along a bubbling stream 

embedded with different-sized smooth stones 

that massage your feet. Also located here are 

head spas, hot stone and sand baths, and the 

Dr. Fish pool, where tiny skin-exfoliant fi sh 

nibble away dead skin from your feet and legs. 

The separate male and female hot spring 

pools offer everything from nutrient-rich 

amber-coloured baths, to silk baths with 

super-fi ne bubbles and outdoor rock pools. 

Japanese-style full-body massages and oil 

lymphatic and scrub massages are just some 

of the many beauty treatments available. 

STAY: 

Oedoyado Iseya 

A small on-site inn with 22 Japanese- and 

Western-style rooms. 

2-6-3 Aomi, Koto-ku, 

tel: +81 (3) 5500 1127 

KUSATSU 

The Yubatake Hot Water Field at the heart of 

Kusatsu is something of a national shrine, 

which Davidson describes as “possibly the 

most famous hot-spring town in Japan”. 

Visitors stroll around this mountain spa/ 

ski town dressed in their yukata, nibbling on 

manju (sweet buckwheat buns). 

In the late 1800s, German doctor Erwin 

Baelz began teaching Western medicine at 

the Tokyo Imperial University and promoted 

the healing properties of Kusatsu hot 

springs throughout Europe. Today, Kusatsu’s 

hot springs are considered the most 

health-promoting of Japanese onsen and are a 

cure for “every illness except lovesickness”! 

It’s fun to watch the ancient tradition of 

yumoni, or water kneading at the Netsu No 

Yu hot spring in the heart of town. Traditionally 

dressed folk singers use long wooden paddles 

to cool Kusatsu’s very, very hot water (more 

than 70ºC) naturally — instead of diluting 

its precious mineral deposits by adding 

cold water. 

Among the dozens of onsen in town, the 

Sainokawara rotenburo, or open-air onsen, 

surrounded by maple and larch trees is one of 

the most beautiful in Japan. 

STAY: 

Naraya 

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mats, 

and both indoor and outdoor onsen. 

396 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-machi, 

Agatsuma-gun, Gunma, 

tel: +81 (279) 882 311 

HOT SPOT 

JAPAN’S HOT SPRINGS 


CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: The 

Katsura River that rushes through 

Shuzenji; a family having fun at 

the Hakone Kowakien Yunessun 

Kids Park; bathers delight in the 

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun 

coffee bath 

SHUZENJI 

Located on the lush Izu Peninsula, a popular 

weekend destination for Tokyoites, Shuzenji 

is located alongside the rushing Katsura 

River. Legend has it that revered Japanese 

monk Kobo Daishi pounded on a rock with his 

Buddhist walking stick (or tokko) to bring forth 

the hot springs, where people can bathe their 

feet for free these days. 

Visit the cedar-lined public onsen, the 

Hakoyu Spa, with a pergola roof that lets in 

loads of natural light. After bathing, climb 

its three-storey tower for a great view. Red 

bridges span the river, and there are walks 

in bamboo groves and gardens atop Mount 

Daruma. There are hip cafés, like the Tokko 

Café, as well as art galleries, gift shops and 

traditional food vendors. You can also take 

a 30-minute bus ride to Nana Daru onsen, a 

series of natural pools along a riverbank not 

far from the famous Seven Waterfalls. 

As Davidson says: “The pretty village of 

Shuzenji with its numerous ryokan is a perfect 

destination for romantic getaways.” 

STAY: 

Nenoyu Taizanso 

Shuzenji’s only designer ryokan is a must. 

Tel: +81 (558) 720 331 

Onsen Etiquette 

Visitors to traditional onsen sit on small stools 

in the bathroom area to sud themselves up, 

using shower heads to wash away all soap 

before entering the baths. A small towel is 

provided to take into the baths. It’s generally 

wrapped around the wrist or placed on the 

head to stay dry. If yukatas are provided, wrap 

the lapels left over right before tying (the 

opposite way is for dressing corpses). People 

with tattoos are not allowed in onsen. 

For a complete Japanese experience, stay in an 

onsen ryokan, where you bathe in the onsen, 

sleep in tatami-mat rooms and enjoy kaiseki 

cuisine — a procession of various delicate 

Japanese dishes. 


YUNESSUN SPA RESORT 

Japan’s ultimate onsen theme park, the 

Yunessan Spa Resort, is a kids’ favourite. 

Here, everyone wears swimsuits and bathes 

together. At its heart is the Mediterranean-like 

bath called The Gods’ Aegean Sea with light 

shows on the ceiling, hot and cold spas in the 

Roman Bath, and the mosaic-tiled Turkish 

Hamam. Kids love Rodeo Mountain, where 

there are three exhilarating hot water slides. 

There are also speciality onsen — each 

with their own particular healing properties: 

sake baths for skin; green tea, a powerful 

antioxidant; coffee to help fi ght fatigue; and 

red wine for rejuvenating the body. Waterfalls, 

caves, geysers, mist saunas, foot baths, 

warm rocks and aroma spas round out the 

rest of the offerings, not to mention a g ood 

old-fashioned heated swimming pool. 

There are also spa facilities and restaurants, 

and it wouldn’t be Japan without a games 

parlour and a huge array of souvenir shops. 

Says Davidson: “This is the Disneyland of hot 

springs that receives over one million visitors 

every year.” 

STAY: 

The modern Hakone Hotel Kowakien 

surrounded by a Japanese garden is the 

closest hotel to the theme park. 

1297 Ninotaira, tel: +81 (460) 824 111 

Take Me There 

1 OEDO-ONSEN-MONOGATARI 

The theme park operates a convenient 

complimentary shuttle bus service that 

departs from JR Tokyo Station. 

1 KUSATSU 

From Tokyo’s Ueno train station, it’s a 2½hour 

Japan Rail Limited Express Kusatsu 

train to Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi, then a 

25-minute JR bus ride to Kusatsu. 

1 SHUZENJI 

From Tokyo Station, it’s a two-hour Japan 

Rail Limited Express Odoriko train to 

Shuzenji, then a taxi or local bus to get to 

Shuzenji Onsen. 

1 YUNESSUN SPA RESORT 

From Tokyo’s Shinjuku station, it’s a 

90-minute trip on the Odakyu Line to 

Hakone Yumoto, then a 30-minute JR bus 

to Kowakien bus stop at Yunessun. 

Jetstar flies direct to Tokyo from 

Cairns and the Gold Coast. JetSaver 

Light fares from AU$379 one way. 


Sidebox photo: Photolibrary; Shuzenji photo: Sue Gough Henly

Dive into the 

beautiful 

waters of Fiji’s 

Tavarva Island 


Main photo: Warren Bolster/Getty Images

As the wedding season kicks off, we look 

at some of our favourite destinations for 

dreamy honeymooning: Fiji, Noosa, 

Phuket, Tasmania and New Zealand 

Begin 

EAVEN 

WORDS SHERIDEN RHODES 

your marriage on a perfect 

note with a dream date 

destination for your honeymoon. Whether you 

just want to relax in bliss or go adventuring 

with your soulmate, there’s a perfect place 

just for you two. 

FIJI 

What could be more romantic than a South 

Pacifi c honeymoon? Fiji delivers all that’s 

required for lazy, sun-kissed days spent 

snorkelling through emerald-green waters, 

massages serenaded by lapping waves and 

dinners under the stars. Tourism Fiji says 

27% of all Australian visitors travel to Fiji to 

get married or have a honeymoon, which 

speaks volumes about Fiji’s appeal as the 

ultimate honeymoon destination. 

A special package combining stays at 

Outrigger on the Lagoon and Castaway 

Island showcases the best of Viti Levu (the 

big island) and the beautiful Mamanuca 

Islands. Many Australian couples choose to 

marry at the Coral Coast’s Outrigger on the 

Lagoon, before taking to the skies with an 

Island Hoppers helicopter for a honeymoon 

on Castaway Island. 

“The helicopter makes for a very decadent 

form of transport and beats the old ‘white 

Mercedes with a ribbon’ hands-down,” says 

Karen Marvell, the sales and marketing 

manager for Castaway Island. Once on 

Castaway, honeymooners can enjoy island- 

hopping, snorkelling, parasailing, paddleboarding 

and world-class diving. 

IN FOCUS 

HONEYMOON HIDEAWAYS 

NOOSA 

If you’re looking for a honeymoon combining 

sand and sea, along with fantastic food and 

wine, then Noosa is your place in the sun. Long 

a popular destination for newlyweds, it’s ideal 

for strolls along the sand, romantic picnics 

and swims at deserted beaches. 

Jump in a convertible for a scenic drive into 

the Sunshine Coast hinterland after a wander 

around the famous Eumundi Markets. Toast 

your new life together back on the coast with 

a ride on the Gondolas of Noosa from Noosa 

Wharf at sunset, alighting at Ricky’s River 

Bar + Restaurant for a special dinner for two. 

Be sure to book a table by the window. Also, 

do remember to save some room for Ricky’s 

fabulous dessert-tasting plate. 

A terrifi c new accommodation option for 

honeymooners is the chic Quay West Resort 

& Spa Noosa. “Honeymooners can indulge in 

the best of both worlds. 

“We’re located close enough for couples to 

explore the best of the Sunshine Coast, yet far 

enough for some serenity and privacy,” says 

resort general manager Simon Brown. 


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Enormous swimming pools – Lushly landscaped tropical water 

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Helicopter: Castaway Island, Fiji; Noosa National Park: Tourism Noosa 

For pampering, the resort’s Mii Spa offers 

the ultimate in romantic rejuvenation with 

“Intimate Mii Moments”. This treatment for 

couples begins with an exfoliating sea bath, 

followed by a full-body massage — fi nishing 

with a refreshing drink and spa cuisine platter. 

Alternatively, book a room in the thick 

of the action along Hastings Street at the 

Breakfree French Quarter — the onebedroom 

deluxe suite is the top pick at this 

French provincial charmer. Facilities include a 

lagoon-style swimming pool, spa and sauna, 

all framed by a view of beautiful gardens. 

PHUKET 

Decadent spas, fabulous Thai food, gorgeous 

tropical beaches and islands, and some of the 

friendliest people on earth defi ne the Phuket 

honeymoon experience. 

Be sure to book an intimate dinner for two 

at the wonderful Ka Jok See that is set in a 

19th-century shophouse in Phuket Town, or 

take part in the enchanting Loi Kratong festival 

(21 November this year), during which locals 

and tourists alike launch glowing paper 

lanterns with their wishes into the night sky. 


TOP LEFT: Get things 

off on a high note in 

Fiji; the infi nity pool at 

Evason Phuket & Six 

Senses Spa; explore 

stunning Noosa 

National Park 

Escape the bustle of Patong and head 

for the Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa 

located on the south-eastern side of Phuket 

with its peaceful, jade-coloured waters. 

For the defi nitive honeymoon decadence, 

splurge on the honeymoon suite on the 

resort’s own private island. This luxurious 

suite built on stilts has a jungle-like setting 

with clear views of the Andaman Sea and the 

surrounding islands, hinting at the fantastic 

snorkelling just metres offshore. 

For something completely different, check 

into Indigo Pearl resort for the ultimate in 

industrial chic. Its stylish yet minimalist suites, 

pool villas, three swimming pools, day spa, 

sensational dining and inspired cocktails at 

the futuristic Rebar make it the perfect pad for 

tropical romancing. 

TASMANIA 

Tasmania offers honeymooners the chance 

to breathe fresh country air and stroll down 

farm lanes and hike trails, with views of pristine 

beaches, lakes and mountains. With cosy fi res, 

superb food and wine, plus tracts of untouched 

wilderness, Tassie is one amorous destination. 

Take Me There 

1 CASTAWAY ISLAND, OUTRIGGER 

ON THE LAGOON 

Fiji, 

tel: +679 666 1233 

1 GONDOLAS OF NOOSA 

Tel: +61 (0) 412 929 369 

1 RICKY’S RIVER BAR + RESTAURANT 

2 Quamby Plc, Noosa Heads, 

tel: +61 (7) 5447 2455 

1 QUAY WEST RESORT & SPA NOOSA 

94 Noosa Drv, Noosa Heads, 

tel: +61 (7) 5341 6300 

1 BREAKFREE FRENCH QUARTER 

62 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, 

tel: +61 (7) 5430 7100 

1 KA JOK SEE 

26 Takua Pa Rd, Phuket, 

tel: +66 (76) 217 903 

1 EVASON PHUKET & SIX SENSES SPA 

100 Vised Rd, Moo 2, Tambol Rawai, 

Phuket, tel: +66 (76) 381 010 

1 INDIGO PEARL 

Nai Yang Beach and National Park, 

Phuket, 

tel: +66 (76) 327 006 

1 THE HENRY JONES ART HOTEL 

25 Hunter St, Hobart, 

tel: +61 (3) 6210 7700 

1 FREYCINET LODGE 

Freycinet, 

tel: 1800 420 155 

1 THE LANGHAM HOTEL 

83 Symonds St, Auckland, 

tel: +64 (9) 379 5132 

1 THE MARQUE HOTEL 

166 Gloucester St, Christchurch, 

tel: +64 (3) 943 3888 

1 SHE CHOCOLAT 

79 Main Rd, Governors Bay, Christchurch, 

tel: +64 (3) 329 9825 

Jetstar flies direct to Fiji, the 

Sunshine Coast, Phuket, Tasmania 

and New Zealand. JetSaver Light fares 

from AU$59 one way. Book online 

at Jetstar.com 



TOP/BOTTOM: Watch a beautiful 

sunset together on Freycinet 

Lodge’s deck; a honeymoon 

should consist of nothing but 

quality time for the two of you 

Our accommodation pick is the wonderful 

The Henry Jones Arts Hotel in Hobart, 

where the weather-worn sandstone exterior 

belies its mod, avant-garde heart and interior. 

Housed in Hobart’s old IXL factory on 

the shores of Sullivan’s Cove, red walls and 

black-and-white life-sized photography refl ect 

the property’s industrial past. Book into the 

Peking, Calcutta or Oriental suites to discover 

the legacy of trade between Van Diemen’s 

Land and the East, while experiencing the 

ultimate soak in generous European SOK 

overfl owing baths. 

After exploring Hobart — be sure to check 

out the Salamanca Market every Saturday — 

head for Freycinet Lodge inside the beautiful 

Freycinet National Park on the east coast. 

Expect untouched beaches, sapphire-blue 

seas, wonderful seafood and bush walking in 

the area aptly named Honeymoon Bay. 

NEW ZEALAND 

With alpine vistas, lakes, rolling green 

countryside, and renowned food and wine, 

New Zealand is the perfect choice for couples 

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It would seem that no matter where you go in 

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and distance. 

On a recent visit to Perth, I hooked up with 

local cyclists to discover some of the best 

riding trails in the region. The state is huge, 

so we decided to focus on the area south of 

Perth, which has superb cycling and mountain 

bike trails, all easily accessible from the city. 

Perth itself also has a huge maze of bike 

trails, so it’s easy to get around and see the 

best of the capital without having to tussle 

with traffi c. It’s also possible to ride on 

virtually traffi c-free routes right into the Swan 

Valley region and the Perth hills, where you 

can connect to some of the more adventurous 

mountain bike trails. 

WORDS STEVE THOMAS 

FLY/BIKE 

WESTERN AUSTRALIA 

SWAN RIVER LOOP, PERTH — 

AN EASY LEISURE RIDE 

There’s something quite liberating about being 

able to bike without restraint around a major 

city, and in Perth there are plenty of chances 

for city centre-based cycling, thanks to a 

massive network of dedicated paved bike trails. 

It’s easy to link and extend routes to make 

riding around the city as long or short as you 

wish. Starting at the melodious Swan Bell 

Tower on the northern banks of the expansive 

Swan River, there’s a superb asphalt cycling 

and walking trail that encircles the most 

scenic part of this stunning waterway. The 

riding is fl at and traffi c-free, and the entire 

loop is under 10km, making it ideal for families. 

The loop is easy: from Bell Tower, simply 

follow the river west, crossing the fi rst bridge 

you come to. The riverside area is lush and 

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get the ultimate view of the city skyline, which 

is particularly impressive at dusk. Now follow 

the south bank east, then turn left over the 

next bridge back to where you began. It’s hard 

to lose your bearings because Bell Tower is 

visible for much of the journey. 

If you have the energy, it’s easy to extend 

the ride, as local professional racer Brad Hall 

explains: “Most of the city-based cyclists ride 

these routes. During the week, we extend the 

Swan River loop to take in Fremantle, which 

makes it about 60km in all.” 

SADDLE UP: 

Swan Bell Tower is a fi ve-minute walk south 

from the CBD. The Swan River route can be 

easily extended to include either the Swan 

Valley or Fremantle. Download maps from 

www.dpi.wa.gov.au/cycling/. Bike hire is 

available from www.aboutbikehire.com.au (on 

the Causeway Car Park, Swan River). 

THE SIDINGS RAIL TRAIL, 

NANNUP — GREAT FOR 

WEEKEND WARRIORS 

Drive three hours south from Perth and you 

reach the tiny outpost of Nannup. It has a pub 

and a few lodging options, and that’s about it. 

If you really want to step back in time into a 

place with almost no mobile phone coverage or 

internet connection, then Nannup is the place, 

and how refreshing it is! 

This small agricultural village was once at 

the heart of a thriving lumber business — the 

legacy of which is the Sidings Rail Trail, a 

fantastic mountain bike route guaranteed to 

thrill avid bikers. 

The trail winds north from Nannup to 

Jarrahwood, making it an out-and-back ride 

if you stick to the plan. But most riders tend 

ALTHOUGH 

ONCE USED FOR 

LUGGING TIMBER, 

THE TRAILS ARE 

NOT TAME LIKE 

YOU’D IMAGINE 

CLOCKWISE FROM MAIN: 

The Swan River loop is a hit 

with families on weekends; 

a cyclist navigates the 

Munda Biddi trail; the Swan 

River loop takes in the 

city’s Ferris wheel 

to link in with the connecting Timberline Trail, 

making for a 37km loop. The terrain is mainly 

fl at forestry riding, and although there are 

climbs thrown in along the way, it’s nothing 

too strenuous. Don’t be fooled by the “rail” 

part of its title, as my local ride partner Charley 

Cannon confi rms: “Although once used for 

lugging timber, the trails are certainly not 

tame like you’d imagine.” This trail winds its 

way endlessly through picturesque forestry 

land, with loads of great and very remote 

single-tracks peppering the route, and plenty 

of old rail and timber relics to spy. 

SADDLE UP: 

Nannup is a three-hour (285km) drive from 

Perth. It’s a tiny village, with limited facilities 

and no bike hire. The trail is quite easy to 

follow, and trail maps are available in town 

from Nannup Visitor Centre, 4 Brockman St, 

tel: +61 (8) 9756 1211. The trail is remote, so 

carry water, food and a bike repair kit. 

MUNDA BIDDI TRAIL — 

A REAL BIKING ADVENTURE 

Stretching 500km from Mundaring in the 

hills of Perth to Nannup, Munda Biddi (which 

means “path through the forest” in the 

Nyoongar Aboriginal language) is the pride 

of WA’s biking trails. At present, the trail is 

only half-complete — wi th the southernmost 

section from Nannup to Albany due to be 

fi nished by late 2012. 

Not only is it the longest continuous off-road 

bicycle trail in Australia, but when completed it 

will also be the longest in the world. No wonder 

it won the 2010 National Bicycle Friendly 

Business Award. 

The riding on the trail varies dramatically 

along with the scenery. Bikers can spend 



A cyclist 

explores the 

Margaret 

River region 

hours on deserted forest roads one day, then 

be hurtling through rocky single-tracks and 

climbing through rolling pasturelands the next 

day. But the trail is well-marked and mapped, 

so it’s not diffi cult to follow. The majority of 

local riders tend to ride the trail in bite-sized 

portions, gradually working their way through 

it. The more intrepid pack their bags and use 

the designated camping huts along the trail to 

turn it into a bigger adventure. 

SADDLE UP: 

Although the trail is clearly marked, you’ll 

need the relevant maps and guidebook. There 

are free camping huts along the way, but you 

need to carry everything for overnight stays. 

It’s also possible to divert to local towns along 

the route for overnights. Do note that riding 

the trail is not advisable in winter. Outline 

maps, information and offi cial trail maps are 

available at www.mundabiddi.org.au. Bike and 

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SUDOKU EASY SUDOKU MODERATE 

9 2 6 3 

3 1 4 5 9 

5 9 7 6 3 

7 

3 5 2 1 4 

1 6 8 9 5 

5 7 8 1 

6 4 3 2 

9 6 5 7 

8 2 1 9 3 

4 8 

1 7 3 4 5 

3 6 8 7 

8 4 2 1 

BRAIN TEASERS 

TRIVIA SUDOKU 

QUIZ 


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& ANSWERS 

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Delhi, India? 

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The Great Gatsby? 

12. What is the name of Venezuela’s 

major river? 

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14. What colour is the iconic New York taxi? 

15. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfi eld 

founded a famous company selling 

which sweet treat? 

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Brown Swiss and Jersey? 

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three-four time? 

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that are used to make baskets? 

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frontman of? 

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character in Taxi Driver? 

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Robben Island? 

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silent-fi lm era died in 1926, aged just 31? 

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of the United Kingdom? 

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hold-em” and “stud”? 

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CROSSWORD & ANSWERS 

ARROW CROSSWORD 

Wave-riding 

plank 

Flows 

New York 

airport (inits) 

Chocolate 

drink 

__ Bana, 

star of 

Munich 

Aftermath 

of a fire 

American 

vagrant 

TV icon, 

Bert __ 

Expressed 

disapproval 

Grasp (4,2) 

V-shaped 

nick 

S A L A 

RUNS ABEL 

R HOBO I 

J FK ACE 

B NEWTON 

COCOA M 

A TUTTED 

ER I C AUTO 

D HANGON 


Room where 

experiments 

take place 

Cain’s 

biblical 

brother 

__ de nil, 

pale green 

colour 

Car 

Tennis serve 

that cannot 

be returned 

Small 

sailing craft 

Go brown Yank 

Strange, 

foreign 

Wake up 

(4,2) 

7 9 1 5 8 2 4 3 6 

6 5 8 7 4 3 1 2 9 

2 4 3 1 9 6 5 7 8 

8 2 5 6 1 4 7 9 3 

3 6 4 9 5 7 8 1 2 

1 7 9 2 3 8 6 4 5 

9 3 6 8 7 1 2 5 4 

5 8 7 4 2 9 3 6 1 

4 1 2 3 6 5 9 8 7 

Sudoku Moderate Arrow Crossword 

__ Bradman, 

legendary 

cricketer 

1. Gordon Gekko 

2. MasterChef Australia 

3. Three litres 4. Khmer 

Rouge 5. Mothballs 

6. Kylie Minogue 7. Tiger 

8. Singapore 9. Green 

10. Cricket 11. F. Scott 

Fitzgerald 12. Orinoco 

13. Miranda Kerr 

14. Yellow 15. Ice cream 

16. Cow 17. Wil Anderson 

18. Adelaide 19. Hello Kitty 

20. Waltz 21. Willow 

22. Red Hot Chili Peppers 

23. Madagascar 24. Sun 

Records 25. Beetroot 

26. Daily 27. Android 

28. Travis Bickle 

29. Nelson Mandela 30. 1492 

31. Swee’Pea 32. Rudolph 

Valentino 33. David Cameron 

34. Poker 35. Juniper 

36. Pawnbrokers 37. Rachel 

Ward 38. Prince of Wales 

39. Sulphur 40. Rennet 

Trivia Answers 

5 7 2 6 9 3 1 4 8 

4 9 8 7 1 2 6 3 5 

6 3 1 4 8 5 7 9 2 

1 4 5 9 7 6 2 8 3 

9 2 7 3 4 8 5 6 1 

8 6 3 5 2 1 9 7 4 

2 1 6 8 3 9 4 5 7 

3 5 4 2 6 7 8 1 9 

7 8 9 1 5 4 3 2 6 

Sudoku Easy 

ANSWERS

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starkids 

Pree and his little brother 

Bev now have time to learn 

and play 

BOTTOM: Children and their 

families get more than just 

educational support through 

the Pattaya Street Children’s 

Project — they also enjoy 

access to health services, 

temporary accommodation 

and skills training 

OPPOSITE: Pree, Bev and 

their mother participated in 

a family camp organised by 

the project 

Where the Sun 

Shines Brighter 


The 

Thai beach resort town of Pattaya is 

a dream destination for thousands 

of Australian and international visitors who 

vacation there every year. But for impoverished 

local children who live in slums and work the 

streets as vendors, garbage collectors or manual 

labourers, the beach town is a tough, unforgiving 

place to grow up. 

Many of them miss out on an education or 

only attend school once in a while. Vulnerable to 

human traffi cking and the local drug trade, their 

future looks grim. 

Seventeen-year-old Pree was one of those 

children, until he and his family got a new 

start through an innovative project funded by 

StarKids, a partnership between Jetstar and 

World Vision Australia. 

The StarKids Pattaya Street Children’s Project 

provides boys and girls with schooling, and the 

kind of support families need to break the cycle 

of poverty. It also funds a community centre 

which offers health services, counselling and 

temporary accommodation. 

StarKids is giving street children 

in Pattaya a second chance 

WORDS WORLD VISION 

Pree lives in Pattaya with his single-parent 

mother and younger brother, Bev. Like many 

other parents in the region, Pree’s mother had to 

move her family several times in search of work. 

Pree had to miss school in order to work — his 

education was a luxury the family couldn’t afford. 

Finally, after attending a preschool for street 

children in Pattaya, Pree entered grade one when 

he was nine years old. “I was the oldest boy in 

the room. I felt embarrassed, but I still wanted to 

study,” he says with a laugh. 

Before getting help from StarKids, Pree’s 

mother had to choose between paying for basic 

living expenses and school fees. “My mother 

used the money to pay our house rent. If she 

had had to pay for both, she would have had no 

money,” he explains. 

In developing countries, poor families live on 

the margins of society. When they’re struggling, 

children must work to support the family as 

well. Many children in Pattaya fail to continue 

their education past primary school, and start 

working from a young age — often in poorly paid

and physically hazardous jobs in order to help 

support their families. 

Before receiving assistance through the 

Pattaya Street Children’s Project, Pree had to 

take on a physically demanding job to make ends 

meet during school hours. 

“When I was 15, I went to work at a 

construction site mixing and carrying concrete,” 

he recalls. “I earned 150 baht (AU$5.30) a day. 

Altogether I got 3,000 baht (AU$107), and I used 

it for our rent, water, electricity and my mother’s 

debts.” In contrast, the project now covers Pree 

and Bev’s tuition, school supplies and uniforms. 

However, the Pattaya Street Children’s Project 

offers disadvantaged children and teenagers like 

Pree more than just a basic education. It also 

addresses the unique challenges boys and girls 

living in slums face — like local crime, drug use 

and human traffi cking. 

Despite being 17 and therefore a mature 

grade eight, Pree has excelled both in academics 

and athletics. He has been selected to attend a 

special athletic school, and hopes to become “a 

teacher and teach physical education” so he can 

share what he has learned with what he calls “the 

new generation”. 

The project also provides counselling, 

education, temporary shelter and other basic 

necessities. About 50–80 children visit the 

centre each month. They’re taught important 

topics like their civic rights, drug awareness and 

health, including education about HIV and AIDS. 

Strengthening families is a key to success. 

Parents are provided with skills training so they 

can fi nd better work and improve their incomes. 

This gives their children the time to play and 

study instead of having to go to work. As a result 

of the training she received, Pree’s mother has 

started her own small business selling vermicelli 

noodles at a local market. 

The Pattaya Street Children’s Project has 

brought Pree and his mother closer together. 

When Chalika, a counsellor at the project, asks 

Pree what drives him to continue his studies, he 

doesn’t hesitate to talk about how he doesn’t 

want to disappoint his mother. “I don’t want to 

see her sad,” he says with conviction. 

Chalika describes how close Pree and his 

mother have become after doing family camp 

activities together. She speaks glowingly of 

mother and son, and the example they set for 

others. “Pree dares to hug his mother in public, 

something we don’t see many boys do.” 

Pree is not the only one getting an education 

and a chance for a better future. His whole family 

has gained confi dence and skills, which has 

changed their lives for the better. 

StarKids, a partnership between Jetstar and 

World Vision Australia, supports the Pattaya 

Street Children’s Project in Thailand. 

YOU CAN HELP 

Vulnerable children need our help. 

The StarKids partnership between 

Jetstar and World Vision was 

formed to help children enjoy a 

brighter future. 

You can support StarKids by 

donating loose change in the 

donation envelope located in your 

seat pocket. 

Let your small change 

create change! 

About StarKids 

Tim Costello, CEO, World Vision 

How did StarKids come about? 

StarKids is a humanitarian partnership 

between World Vision Australia and Jetstar. 

Th e partnership supports community-based 

development projects in Australia and across 

Asia and aims to improve the lives of families 

living in poverty. It’s about giving children a 

brighter future. 

What does StarKids aim to achieve? 

Th e support given to World Vision through 

StarKids will go towards transforming the 

lives of vulnerable children. 

How can Jetstar passengers help? 

Your donations would be most welcome! 

Please place your small change (all currencies) 

in the StarKids envelope located in your seat 

pocket. Th e money collected from Jetstar 

passengers will be given to World Vision 

Australia for community development 

projects in Australia and Asia. You can also 

donate online at www.jetstar.com/starkids. 

Where can I get more information about 

World Vision projects? 

Visit www.worldvision.com.au 

or www.jetstar.com/starkids for 

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are continually addressing assessed security 

threats and risks to minimise vulnerability. The 

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security measures such as: 

• Random explosive trace detection of 

passengers and their carry-on luggage. 

• Laptops and aerosols being subjected to 

enhanced inspection at screening points. 

• Increased vigilance at passenger screening 

points and increased guarding of our 

aircraft and terminals. 

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United States: 

• Additional carry-on baggage searches just 

prior to boarding. 

• Random baggage searches at check-in 

and boarding. 

• Passengers selected at random for patdown 

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or gels in your carry-on baggage must be 100 

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prescription medicines. Baby products and 

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under the seat in front of you. The back of 

your seat must be upright and the tray table 

fastened when the aircraft is taking off and 

landing. Please remain seated after landing 

until you are invited to leave the aircraft. 

Sleeping on the aircraft floor is not permitted. 

Please read the safety instruction card in 

your seat pocket, noting emergency exits 

and location of life jackets. Please watch 

the safety demonstration prior to take-off. 


In an emergency, the crew will give specific 

instructions. They may speak assertively and 

will require your cooperation. 

SMOKING 

Government regulations prohibit smoking on 

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aircraft. There are smoke detectors in all 

toilets and penalties for regulation breaches. 

THE IMPORTANCE OF BLOOD 

CIRCULATION AND MUSCLE 

RELAXATION DURING FLIGHTS 

If you have concerns about your health and 

flying, Jetstar recommends you seek 

medical advice before flying. When you’re 

sitting upright and are inactive for a long 

period, several things can happen: 

• The central blood vessels in your legs can 

be compressed, making it harder for the 

blood to get back to your heart. 

• Muscles can become tense, resulting 

in backaches and a feeling of excessive 

fatigue during and even after the flight. 

• The normal body mechanism for returning 

fluid to the heart can be inhibited and 

gravity can cause fluid to collect in your feet, 

resulting in swollen feet after a long flight. 

• Some studies have concluded that 

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• Oestrogen hormone therapy, including 

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• Pregnancy 

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• Obesity 

• Dehydration 

• Heart problems 

• Varicose veins 

Compression stockings can assist in 

preventing swelling of the ankles and feet 

and they may improve the blood return 

to the body from the lower legs. These 

stockings can be purchased from medical 

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need to be individually fitted to your leg 

measurements. During your flight, move 

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occasionally. 

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If you are suffering nasal congestion, an ear 

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chamber. This can cause discomfort during 

changes in cabin pressure, particularly 

during the aircraft’s descent. 

• To “clear” your ears, try swallowing and/or 

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tubes, equalising the pressure between 

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their ears. 

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Humidity levels of less than 25% are 

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cause drying of the nose, throat and eyes 

and it can irritate wearers of contact lenses. 

We recommend that you: 

• Drink water frequently during flight. 

• Drink coffee, tea and alcohol only in 

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• Remove contact lenses and wear glasses if 

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• Use a skin moisturiser to refresh the skin. 

MOTION SICKNESS 

This ailment is caused by a conflict between 

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Air turbulence increases its likelihood 

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If you have good visual cues (keeping your 

eyes fixed on a non-moving object), motion 

sickness is less likely to occur. 

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FIJI 

A romantic 

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BOB LOWRES 

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Great place for dinner: Cross 

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places to dine — it has a great 

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FROM THE AIRPORT: Nadi Town 8km from Nadi International Airport; 

Travel time Nadi Town is 10–15 mins by car; Taxi Approx FJ$7–10 (AU$3.96– 

5.66); Airport Shuttle US$10.18 (AU$11.21) per pax one way to Nadi Town 

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INDONESIA 

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Owner/CEO, 

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Best breakfast: Gourmet Café 

on Jalan Petitenget. You get grilled 

asparagus with poached eggs 

and hollandaise sauce. It’s fi lling, 

low-carb, delicious and fresh. 

Best buy for under AU$50: 

Custom-made shoes from the 

leather shops on Jalan Raya 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 15km from Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai Airport; 

Travel time Kuta Beach is around 10 mins by car; Taxi Approx IDR30,000 

(AU$3.67); Shuttle Bus Most hotels offer complimentary pick-up 


resorts. His tapas entrée is superb 

and I’d defi nitely recommend the 

smoked salmon prawn entrée too. 

You also can’t go wrong with the 

fi sh of the day or the steak. 

Best places to party with the 

gang: If you’re into boating and 

boaties, the Ratu Nemani Island 

“$4 Bar” and barbecue at Musket 

Cove is great fun. Cooking your own 

meat on wood-fi red barbecues and 

enjoying a glass of wine or cold beer 

while looking over the marina — it 

doesn’t get any better than that! 

Must-buy (money no object!): A 

chopper fl ight over the Mamanuca 

and Yasawa islands from Nadi. 

Seminyak. They just make them 

from a drawing of your foot and any 

pictures you have of what you want. 

Great place for dinner: Sarong in 

Petitenget for beautiful Pan-Asian 

food with creative cocktails. It’s one 

of the best Asian restaurants ever. 

Must-do (money no object!): 

Horseback riding on the beach and 

through the rice paddies; or lunge, 

dressage and jumping classes with 

Umalas Equestrian Stables, located 

in Umalas. 

Must-buy gift: A gift certifi cate 

for high tea and a book from Biku’s 

Ganesha bookshop in Petitenget. 

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HAWAII 

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University of Hawai’i 

Great place for dinner: A great 

fi nd located just outside of Waikiki 

is Tokkuri Tei, a local-style Japanese 

izakaya restaurant/bar with a 

huge menu of small, tasty dishes 

— similar to tapas but including 

sushi and sashimi. The friendly staff 

can help you navigate the menu 

and choose a great sake. Make a 

reservation or be prepared to wait 

— this hole-in-the-wall is a huge 

favourite with locals! 

Best night out: Our teeny but 

historic Chinatown district is easily 

and hands-down the best place to 

go for drinks and entertainment. 

Whether you’re an early-evening 

live music fan, a laid-back bar 

hopper or a late-night dance-fl oor 

queen, all your best options are 

in an easily walkable couple of 

blocks. Most locals don’t really see 

Chinatown as a hangout, but it is. 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 14km from Honolulu International Airport; 

Travel time CBD is around 15 mins by car; Taxi Approx US$40 (AU$44.03); 

VIP Stretch Limo From US$70 (AU$77.06) for two people; Airport shuttle 

US$9 (AU$9.91) and taking around 20 mins; Bus Every 30 mins at US$2 

(AU$2.20) for bus number 19 and taking around 1hr 10 mins 

JAKARTA 

INDONESIA 

JACQUI BROWN 

Director, 

Fashionwa 

Best idea for a family outing: 

Ancol in north Jakarta. Home to the 

largest theme park in South-East 

Asia, it’s always fi lled with happy 

children. Make a day trip to Ancol, 

and watch gondolas and boatsmen 

working on the waterfront — then 

feast on a fantastic seafood 

banquet. It’s the best. 

Jakarta’s city 

skyline 

For history: Museum Nasional 

in Merdeka Square showcases 

incredible old buildings and also has 

entertaining guides. 

Most unusual thing to do: Racing 

down the seven-storey slide inside 

FX Shopping Mall. It’s a super-steep 

and super-fast slide that runs from 

the very top of the building right to 

the bottom. You have to be kitted 

up with a helmet, kneepads and life 

jacket. Tip for ladies: do not wear 

skirts or tube tops! 

I love Jakarta because: It’s got so 

much culture, colour and chaos — 

but the only thing expected of you 

is that you enjoy it. 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 20km from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport; 

Travel time Around 30 mins by car; Taxi Approx IDR120,000 (AU$14.67); 

DAMRI Bus IDR15,000 (AU$1.83) to any city bus station 

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JAPAN 

JACQUI LAING 

English teacher 

Great place for dinner: Check out 

Chibo, or any of the okonomiyaki 

(savoury pancake) restaurants that 

are everywhere in Dotonbori. 

Best night out: Anywhere in 

Dotonbori near the Don Quixote 

(donkihoote) shop with the Ferris 

AUCKLAND 

NEW ZEALAND 

ANGELA STONE 

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Great place for dinner: 

Harbourside Seafood Bar and Grill. 

It’s a must for all those visiting 

Auckland. It’s simply New Zealand 

seafood at its best with wines from 

around the country — delish! 

Best night out: Chambers Bar in 

the CBD. You really need to visit; it’s 


wheel out in front. Good food, 

bright lights, great bars and friendly 

Osaka people. 

Best place to party with the 

gang: Any bar with big black 

Mercedes-Benzes parked outside. 

Best buys for under AU$50: 

Don Quixote comprises fi ve fl oors 

of wacky Japanese items — from 

strange foods to funny gifts for your 

friends at home. There’s something 

for every budget. 

Must-buy (money no object!): 

The latest digital SLR camera that’s 

made in Japan, of course! 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 38km from Kansai International Airport; 

Travel time 50 mins by car; Taxi Approx ¥17,000 (AU$221.92); 

Limousine bus Every 45 mins at ¥880 (AU$11.49), takes 50 mins; 

Nankai Express Train Every 30 mins from ¥1,390 (AU$18.15), takes 30 mins 

On Auckland’s 

waterfront 

fi lled with panache and when it’s 

buzzing, you’ll love it. 


gang: SPQR — it’s fi lled with 

colourful people who love to have 

fun. Whether you dine there or just 

have a yummy glass of wine, it’s got 

a fun-fi lled atmosphere. 

Must-buy (money no object!): 

Something from one of New 

Zealand’s well-known designers, 

Trelise Cooper. Ladies, go buy 

yourself a garment or two from 

Trelise — you’ll love it forever! 

Must-buy gift: Defi nitely a Boh 

Runga necklace. 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 20km from Auckland International Airport; 

Travel time CBD is around 45 mins by car; Taxi From NZ$60 (AU$47.18); 

Shuttle bus NZ$30 (AU$23.59), taking 45–60 mins 

TOKYO 

JAPAN 




BEN SIMMONS 

Photographer of 

the book Tokyo 

Megacity (by Tuttle 

Publishing) 

For history: Walk around 

Shinobazu Pond at Ueno Park and 

visit the Shitamachi Museum by 

the pond to get a feel for the old 

downtown districts of Tokyo. 

Most romantic spot: Try visiting 

the upper observation deck of 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 66km from Narita Airport; Travel time 60–90 min 

by car; Taxi Approx ¥20,000 (AU$261.18); Limousine Bus ¥3,000 (AU$39.18), 

takes 60–90 mins; JR Narita Express Every 30–60 mins at ¥3,000 (AU$39.18), 

takes 60 mins 

Holiday homes in 

Christchurch 

HANNAH 

WILKINSON 

New Zealand 

sales manager, 

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CHRISTCHURCH 

NEW ZEALAND 

Local delicacy: The fudge from 

The Fudge Cottage in Akaroa will 

melt in your mouth and is totally 

worth the drive. Do explore the 

gorgeous French harbour village. 

Best places to party with the 

gang: SOL Square (south of 

Lichfi eld) and Poplar Lane — there 

Nezu Shrine 

Tokyo Tower at twilight and stay 

until after the sky goes black. The 

tower has new colourful interior 

mood lighting for the evenings. 

Most unusual thing to do: Have 

a cup of coffee at a Maid Kissa 

coffeeshop in Akihabara. 

Favourite local festival: Festivals 

are seasonal, so check online to 

see which festival is going on while 

you’re visiting. My favourite is May’s 

Sanja Festival. 

I love Tokyo because: It’s the 

world’s largest city, but it’s friendly 

and safe enough for wandering. 

are great bars there, including 

Vespa Room, Goodbye Blue 

Monday, Fat Eddies and Cartel. 

Great places for dinner: The 

Headless Mexican in beachside 

Sumner is a small, cosy restaurant 

with great service and food. Round 

up your awesome meal by grabbing 

a dessert from Strawberry Fare. 

Favourite local festival: The World 

Buskers Festival, which is on for a 

week in January. Quick tip: entry is 

usually by donation. 

Best breakfast: Strawberry Fare 

on Peterborough Street has the 

best French toast! 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 11km from Christchurch International Airport; 

Travel time CBD is around 20 mins by car; Taxi Approx NZ$32 (AU$25.16); 

Shuttle bus NZ$12 (AU$9.43), taking 20–30 mins 

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KARL CHONG 

Founder and 

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gang: Chilling out to live music 

and a cold beer at the new Tanjong 

Beach Club on Sentosa. 

Insider’s tip: Shopping for branded 

goods is easy on Orchard Road, 

but for independent and emerging 

MARSHALL ORTON 

Executive chef, 

Pullman Bangkok 

King Power Hotel 

Best breakfast: Try the amazing 

dim sum from chef Lin Yu at Déjà 

Vu, Pullman Bangkok King Power 

Hotel, on weekends. The steamed 

snow fi sh with salmon roll is simply 

delightful and must be tried! 

Best night out: Thursday night 

seems to be the hottest night right 


labels, check out the boutiques in 

Haji Lane and Far East Plaza. 

Local delicacies: Try crab 

beehoon (vermicelli) or butter crab 

at Mellben Seafood in Ang Mo Kio. 

Get there early as their crabs sell 

out fast. 

I love Singapore because: It’s a 

melting pot of different cultures 

and ethnicities. One day, you could 

be in Little India scooping curry 

by hand off a banana leaf, and on 

another day you could be practising 

your Mandarin at a local kopitiam 

(coffee shop). 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 20km; Travel time 20–30 mins by car; Taxi Approx 

S$20 (AU$16.35) with a surcharge of S$3–$5 (AU$2.45–$4.09); Airport 

Shuttle Services Most hotels S$9 (AU$7.36) one way; MRT train Every 10–15 

mins from Terminal 2 and 3 from 5.30am–11.18pm, takes 27 mins to reach the 

city for S$1.70 (AU$1.39) 

Damnoen 

Saduak 

fl oating 

market 

now, with plenty of restaurants 

staying open later, so people can 

relax after work. Bed Supperclub is 

always the best place for a hot night 

for me — it’s great food in bed! 

Insider’s tip: Eat on the back 

streets and you’ll discover 

Bangkok’s real food. 

Must-eat: Tandoori chicken from 

Mrs Balbir’s Fine Indian Cuisine 

at its new premises on Sukhumvit 

Road, Soi 11/1. She even gives 

cooking classes. 

Local delicacy: Deep-fried crickets 

from street vendors is always a 

treat — just don’t eat the wings! 

FROM THE AIRPORT: Bangkok CBD 30km from Suvarnabhumi International 

Airport; Travel time Bangkok CBD is around 40 mins by car; Taxi Approx 

THB300 (AU$10.60); Airport Express THB150 (AU$5.30), takes 60 mins 

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HO CHI MINH CITY 

VIETNAM 

Local delicacies: Go to Pho Bo 

Vien Quoc Ky for pho (beef noodle 

soup). Bai Hoi is my favourite beer 

to have while in Vietnam too. 

Most romantic spot: The Majestic 

Hotel is lovely and has a romantic 

feel. I often enjoy a cocktail or two in 

the bar on the candlelit rooftop. 

FROM THE AIRPORT: CBD 7km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport; Travel 

time CBD is around 20mins by car; Taxi A taxi voucher from Visitor Information 

for US$12 (AU$13.21); Shuttle Bus Most hotels offer complimentary pick-up 

PHUKET 

THAILAND 

MARK HEHIR 

General manager, 

Anantara 

Phuket Villas 

Great place for dinner: Bangtao 

beach, on the west coast of the 

island. At sunset, take a stroll 

along this long sandy beach to my 

favourite beach restaurant, Babylon 

Beach Club and ask for Roberto 

— he’ll take excellent care of you. 

Great food, service and sunset. Tell 

him I sent you! 

Survival tip for tourists: Make 

sure you pack sunscreen, mosquito 

repellent, sunglasses, loose cotton 

clothes, a medical kit and memory 

cards. Don’t pack expensive clothes 

from home — hit the markets for 

cheap, lightweight clothes that 

you won’t mind getting dirty while 

exploring Vietnam. 

Must-buy gifts: Take a walk 

through Ben Thanh Market. You’ll 

fi nd plenty of souvenirs — including 

silk lanterns, wooden chopsticks, 

statues, trinkets, baskets, 

traditional fabrics and bejewelled 

slippers. If you’re feeling peckish, 

there are plenty of fresh, cheap 

meals on sale. 

Must-eats: Fresh seafood at Laem 

Hin fl oating restaurant. Go to the 

Laem Hin pier and take a long-tailed 

boat over to the restaurant (it’s 

free). Within the fl oating restaurant 

are nets dropped into the sea where 

live fi sh, crabs and shellfi sh are 

held. The seafood is fantastic! 

Local delicacies: Kanohm jin 

phuket, a noodle that is often 

compared to spaghetti, served with 

a spicy curry sauce, the original 

made from fi sh. It’s usually eaten as 

breakfast, and comes with a range 

of fresh vegetables and boiled eggs. 

It’s often found with the tasty fried 

pastry pah tong go, and curried 

fi sh mousse called hor mohk. 

FROM THE AIRPORT: Patong Beach 32km from Phuket International Airport; 

Travel time Patong Beach is around 45 mins by car; Taxi Approx THB400 

(AU$14.14); Shuttle Bus Every 30 mins at THB52 (AU$1.84) takes 60mins

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ADELAIDE 

CBD 6km 

Travel time CBD is around 

15 mins by car 

Taxi Approx AU$18 

Skylink Bus Every 30 mins–1hr: 

AU$8.50 adult, AU$3.50 child, 

and taking around 35 mins 

Airport parking AU$4–$90 

(30 mins–72 hrs) 

AVALON 

Geelong CBD 20km 

Melbourne CBD 55km 

Travel time 15 mins (Geelong); 

40 mins (Melbourne) by car 

Taxi Approx AU$45 Geelong; 

approx AU$80 Melbourne 

Avalon Airport Shuttle Meets all 

fl ights. From AU$17 adult, AU$14 

child (Geelong); AU$20 adult, 

AU$10 child (Melbourne). 

Airport parking From AU$3 for 

the fi rst hour; weekly rate AU$49 

BALLINA-BYRON 

CBD Byron Bay is 23km, 

Ballina is 5km 

Travel time Byron Bay is 

20 mins by car. Ballina is 

7 mins by car 

Taxi Approx AU$10–$15 

to Ballina, approx AU$65 to 

Byron Bay 

Airlink Bus Meets most fl ights: 

AU$20 adult (AU$35 return), 

AU$12 children under 13 

years (one-way), and taking 

around 35 mins 

Airport parking AU$2-AU$12 

(1 hr–24 hrs) 

BRISBANE 

CBD 16km 




Bus Every 15–30 mins: AU$14 

adult, AU$8 child, under 4 years 

free and taking about 30 mins 

AirTrain Every 20 mins to CBD: 

one-way AU$14.50 adult, return 

AU$27 and taking around 22 mins 

Airport parking AU$5–AU$30 


CAIRNS 

CBD 8km 

Travel time CBD is 10 mins by car 


Australia Coach Shuttle Every 

hour: AU$10 adult, AU$15 couple, 

AU$5 child and taking around 

20 mins 


Airport parking AU$3–16 

(2–24 hrs) 

DARWIN 

CBD 13km 

Travel time CBD is 15 mins 

by car 


Darwin Airport Shuttle 

Meets all fl ights: AU$10 (adult) 

and taking around 20 mins 

Airport parking AU$3–12 

(up to 24 hrs); AU$10 (weekly) 

GOLD COAST 

Surfers Paradise 20km 

Travel time Surfers Paradise is 

around 30 mins by car 


Con-X-ion Shuttle bus Booking 

required +61 (7) 5556 9888: 

AU$22 adult, AU$13 child (4–13 

years), children under 4 years 

travel free, and taking around 

45 mins 



Airport Lounge For a small 

entrance fee, check in for movies, 

comfy lounges, newspapers, 

snacks and drinks. 

HAMILTON ISLAND 

Travel time from airport to 

accommodation is a few minutes 

Shuttle bus Complimentary for 

hotel guests 

HOBART 

CBD 17km 



Taxi Approx AU$36–$42 

Airporter shuttle bus Meets all 

fl ights: AU$15 adult, AU$8 child 

aged 4–15 years, children under 

4 years free, and taking around 

30 mins 


(24 hrs) 

LAUNCESTON 

CBD 16km 




Airporter Shuttle bus Meets all 

fl ights: AU$14 adult, AU$5 child, 

children under 4 years free, and 

taking around 15 mins 



MACKAY 

CBD 6km 

Travel time CBD 15 mins by car 


To Airlie Beach Take a taxi to 

the bus terminal in Wellington 

Street and then a bus service by 

Greyhound or Premier; approx 

AU$22 one way adult 


(24 hrs) 

MELBOURNE 

CBD 23km 

Travel time 35 mins by car 


SkyBus Every 10 mins: AU$16 

adult, AU$6 child (4–14 years ), 

takes 20 mins 

Airport parking Short-term 

from AU$3; long-term from 

AU$29 

NEWCASTLE 

CBD 20km 




Shuttle Bus Door-to-door 

service (from AU$35) through 

Newcastle Information Services 

at +61 (2) 4928 9822. Port 

Stephens Coaches (public bus) 

every hour: AU$6.50 adult, 

AU$3.50 concession taking 

35 mins 


(1 hr–24 hrs) 

PERTH 

CBD 12km (domestic terminal) 

and 17km (international terminal) 

Travel time 30 mins by car 

Taxi Approx AU$26 (domestic) 

and AU$33 (international) 

Perth Airport City Shuttle Every 

30 mins (domestic) and 

45 mins (international): 

AU$15 adult (domestic), 

AU$20 (international); taking 

15–35 mins 

Fremantle Airporter AU$35 

(booking required) 

Transperth Bus 37 From 

domestic terminal to Kings Park 

via the city AU$3.20 


carpark from AU$3.70; long-term 

carpark from AU$17 

ROCKHAMPTON 

CBD 5km 

Travel time CBD 5 mins by car 


Airport parking Free (24 hrs) 

SYDNEY 

CBD 8km 

Travel time CBD around 



Bus Every 20–30 mins: AU$8 

adult, AU$4 child and taking 

around 30 mins 

Trains Every 10 mins 

(weekdays) AU$15 adult and 

taking around 13 mins 



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Travel time Noosa is 

30 mins, Maroochydore 

is 10–15 mins by car 

Taxi Approx AU$56 to Noosa; 

approx AU$28 to Maroochydore 

Henry’s Bus Service Meets all 

fl ights: AU$20 adult, AU$10 child, 

children under 4 years free, and 

taking around 45 mins to Noosa 


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TOWNSVILLE 

CBD 5km 

Travel time CBD around 10 mins 


Airport shuttle Booking required 

+61 (7) 4775 5544 to the Strand 

and city, Sunferries, the Transit 

Centre and Coral Princess: 

AU$8 (adult), and taking around 

10–15 mins 


carpark, AU$4–$24 

(2 hrs–12 hrs). Long-term 

carpark, AU$12–$72 (1–6 days); 

thereafter AU$10 per 24-hour 

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CBD 30km from 

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Travel time CBD around 35 mins 


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Jetstar team members 

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domestic destinations 

you know all the staff featured in our advertisements are actual 

Jetstar employees? We don’t need to use actors to do the job 

when we have the best staff in the world. When we fi lm a commercial, we 

put out a call for the best, brightest and most energetic Jetstar 

personalities. Now you’ll get the chance to discover more about them, 

their hometowns and favourite holiday spots. 

DRAGANA ROMIC 

What’s it like being a member of Jetstar’s 

cabin crew? 

Being able to travel to wonderful destinations 

every day is amazing and rewarding. 

Has anyone ever recognised you from 

Jetstar’s ads? 

Yes, some passengers have. Some of my friends 

and family also thought that it’d be funny to take 

photos while standing next to my poster and send 

them to me. 

What inspired you to join the Jetstar team? 

Jetstar looked like a young, energetic company. 

Who is the biggest celebrity you’ve spotted 

so far? 

Hugh Jackman was on one of my fl ights to 

Hamilton Island. I was so star struck. He was one 

of the nicest, most pleasant, most well-mannered 

people you could ever come across. Oh, and have 

I mentioned that he was incredibly good looking 

as well? 

What’s your favourite thing about being a 

cabin crew member? 

Besides working with truly amazing people, being 

part of the experience that allows people from all 

walks of life to fl y is very rewarding — it gives me 

great pleasure to see smiles of excitement on my 

passengers’ faces. 

Do you have any tips for parents fl ying with 

their children? 

Bring along toys, colouring books, crayons and 

their favourite blanket. And when the seatbelt sign 

is on, please make sure theirs is fastened; it’s for 

everyone’s safety. 

Where is your hometown? 

Wollongong in New South Wales. 

What is a family must-see in Wollongong? 

Symbio Wildlife Park, where the kids get a 

hands-on encounter with some of the most 

fascinating creatures from Australia. Jamberoo 

Action Park is also great fun in the summer. It has 

a massive wave pool, rides, speed slides, racing 

cars, mini-golf and go-karts for the whole family. 

australian focus 

Favourite free activity? 

Lying on the beach on a beautiful summer day. I 

don’t think anything else comes close. 

What do you like to get up to in Wollongong 

when you’re not on a Jetstar plane? 

I enjoy catching up with friends and spending 

quality time with my family. 

What’s your favourite local destination? 

Melbourne is a beautiful city — I love going there. 

I have great friends and family that live there, so I 

always feel welcome. 

What Australian destination is on your wish 

list at the moment? 

I’d love to go to Darwin to escape this cold 

weather and get some sunshine. 

Our passengers are the best in the world. 

Have you got a special message for the 

passengers reading this? 

We see every passenger as important, and 

we always do our best to make your trip as 

comfortable and enjoyable as possible so you 

can leave with a positive, memorable experience. 

PS: Kids, please don’t colour my teeth or draw a 

moustache on my photo, that’s not cool! 


australian focus 

What have you been up to lately? 

I’ve just returned from Osaka, Japan — the cherry 

blossoms were out and they were absolutely 

beautiful. I’m fl ying to Bangkok next — foot 

massage, here I come! 

What do you like about being a Jetstar 

cabin crew member? 

Meeting people from all walks of life, making 

friends with passengers, and the travel. Also, 

fi nding out where we will travel next, especially 

when the new Dreamliner aircrafts arrive — I hope 

to fl y to either Europe or America — or both! 

What’s it like to travel for a living? 

Even after three years of fl ying internationally, 

I still get excited when I’m travelling for work 

and staying in another country. There’s always 

something new to see. I love walking through the 

airport with all the crew too — it feels great and we 

look sensational together, if I do say so myself! 

Does anyone recognise you from the 

Jetstar ads? 

Yes, they do. Once I was also featured in an 

article in this magazine, and had fun with some 

passengers by asking them to read the article — 

then I tested them on it! Also, when the TV show 

Going Places was playing onboard, passengers 

would look at the screen and then at me, 

especially when I was wearing the bathing cap (on 

screen!). A friend I had not seen for a few years 


MERRYN MCCRAE 

was on one of our fl ights and when she saw the 

show, we got in touch again, which was great. 

Where is your hometown? 

Melbourne. 

What is a must-see in Melbourne that 

families should check out? 

The zoo, Melbourne Aquarium and of course, the 

Great Ocean Road. 

Favourite place to see the sunset? 

On a yacht, sailing to Queenscliff from Sorrento. 

Where can visitors fi nd a great buy for 

under AU$50? 

The Camberwell Market for clothes, funky 

furniture and home items. It’s on every Sunday 

and nearly everything is under AU$50. Head to 

Caffe Moravia in Camberwell for a great Sunday 

breakfast. All of the food is made on the premises 

— the cakes are to die for. 

What is your favourite local destination 

and why? 

Sydney, where my dear friend Matthew, who also 

works for Jetstar lives. We catch up and go to 

lovely restaurants in the city. 

Why should our passengers go out and 

explore Sydney? 

Because there’s always a friendly person who will 

suggest what there is to do in the area. Australians 

have a fantastic welcoming spirit. 

Who’s the biggest celebrity you’ve spotted 

onboard Jetstar? 

Olivia Newton-John on a domestic fl ight. 

Do you have any tips for parents fl ying with 

their children? 

Be prepared and have activities to keep them 

Dining on Sydney 

Harbour offers 

spectacular views 

INSET: Kids and adults 

alike love visiting 

Melbourne Aquarium 

occupied. Remember, they need to be seated for 

their own safety, and that of other passengers. 

What is your nicest passenger experience? 

It’s always lovely when passengers remember 

me from a previous fl ight and compliment me 

on the high level of customer service we provide. 

I’ve had several medical situations onboard, but 

one comes to mind. I was training a new crew 

member, and a gentleman who had had surgery 

a week before was experiencing complications 

which, along with an onboard doctor, we were 

able to assist him with. The passenger went to the 

trouble to write to Jetstar’s head offi ce and thank 

me for what I did. I also once had a passenger 

put comments on a website complimenting my 

service — that was a buzz! Whenever I’ve had a 

hard day at work, I go to that website to re-read 

the positive comment. It’s a feel-good moment. 

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photo: Supporting Wales; 

Our passengers are the best in the world. 

South 

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New 

passengers reading this? 

I have this philosophy: treat the passengers like 

a guest coming into your home. Greet them with 

a smile, offer them a seat, and something to eat 

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and invite them to come back. We work hard to 

Mark 

ensure you have a safe and happy journey to your 

destination. When you say thanks on the way out, photo: 

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