Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2022 i The Australian Women's Weekly

Golfing glory Aussie ace Minjee Lee has claimed a major award that recognises the player with the most outstanding record in all five major championships during the LPGA Tour season. House of Alcock Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon is winning high praise, but did you know its star, Sydney-born actress Milly Alcock, got her big break starring opposite Tim Minchin in Upright? A new top cop Donna Adams has been appointed Police Commissioner in Tasmania. She is the first woman to hold the post in the service’s 125-year history.…

In brief “I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me.” Serena Williams announcing her retirement. “As much as we fought growing up, we are best friends … we always have each other’s back, no matter what.” Luke Hemsworth on his relationship with siblings Chris and Liam. “I needed a bit of cheering up, so I just thought, ‘Why not do it?’ Because you only get these opportunities once and you never lose, you only learn.” Lisa Curry on why she took part in The Masked Singer. “So, I’ve appointed myself Breakfast news, sport, finance and weather presenter.” Michael Rowland The ABC News Breakfast host on Morrison’s many ministries.…

When the credits roll at the end of the film Some Happy Day, prepare for a long ride. For director Catherine Hill, it was her opportunity to thank the hundreds of people who donated their time, expertise, and talents to make a movie she hopes will start a conversation about women sleeping homeless – as well as raise funds for those who support them. “Nobody got paid,” she says of the film she wrote five years ago, her inspiration the work she’d been long doing in social welfare and justice. “Everyone right through the production – all the actors, all the crew.” With a low-budget Australian film costing a minimum half a million dollars, Catherine galvanised the community to make Some Happy Day – a stark but ultimately hopeful tale…

Trailblazers NATASSIA NICOLAO 28, VICTORIA, CONSERVING BEAUTY When The Weekly called Natassia to ask about her waterless beauty brand, Conserving Beauty, the founder and CEO was training staff at New Zealand MECCA stores that would soon stock her innovative products, which use no water and leave no waste. A science graduate with a major in biochemistry, Natassia spent the early years of her career in the beauty industry, focusing on ethical sourcing and product development. She wondered why the industry was having conversations about recyclable packaging but not water conservation. Having grown up in an era of water restrictions, it struck her as a major oversight. “Water is involved in every stage of a product life cycle,” Natassia says. “I kept thinking, the world doesn’t need another beauty brand but…

Picture a drab London conference centre in July 2016 where finance industry workers in grey and brown suits were starting to wilt after a day of presentations. Then, a woman who looked like European royalty was beamed into the room to declare that a revolution was coming. With her winged eyeliner, voluminous hair and structured black couture, Dr Ruja Ignatova embodied the glamour and success she was promising to those who invested in her exciting new digital currency. The delegates straightened up, their attention well and truly captured. The 36-year-old entrepreneur and self-proclaimed visionary glittered with jewels as she began to weave her golden lie. “OneCoin is actually a very interesting product. It is ethical. It is interest free, and it gives fair access [for] everyone out there to cryptocurrency,”…

I spent three years in South America in an attempt to become the first woman to walk the length of the Americas. For most of that time I was alone, hiking through remote regions where crossing paths with another person was rare. I would pass through a town every five days or so, and I was almost always invited into a loving home to spend the evening with a family. These interactions kept me going, tying me to homes and communities, giving me a sense of safety and a feeling of belonging. Yet I always hoped to find a dog. Security was the practical reason, but I think subconsciously I also wanted a friend. Even when I started planning the expedition, I was certain I’d find a dog. What wasn’t…

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As far as dealing with death goes, Lisa Gallate inadvertently became an expert very early in life. By the age of 31 she’d lost her sister in a car accident, her first husband had committed suicide, and her fit and seemingly healthy brother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. As we speak, she breaks the interview to take a call from New Zealand where her elderly father is being rushed to hospital in an ambulance after a sudden fall. “To be honest, I feel like I’ve been dealing with death all my life,” says Lisa, who tackles the subject with admirable eloquence and down-to-earth pragmatism. “I’d much rather not have had the experience of the loss of so many loved ones, but maybe that’s why talking about end of life…

Try THIS! Keep moving Find it tough getting back into exercise after a break? You’re not alone. Scientists at the University of Leeds recently discovered that doing less exercise deactivates a protein in the body, which leads to restricted blood flow to muscles, and makes exercise feel harder. To avoid pain when you do get back to it, start slowly. Choose a low-intensity exercise and prep muscles with a circulation-stimulating product, such as Perskindol, available as a spray and gel from chemists. Did you know? We all have a nose for finding friends. Scientists have discovered that people who have an instant personal connection also have similarities in body odour. – According to the Weizmann Institute of Science. Early DETECTION Think pink October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to…

Take this salad to another level with goat's curd, ricotta or quark, and with a last flourish of extra virgin olive oil.– Maggie Broad bean & radicchio salad with preserved lemon dressing SERVES 4-6 PREP + COOK TIME 25 MINUTES 400g fresh podded broad beans1 small radicchio lettuce1 butter crunch lettuce½ cup young celery leaves, chopped coarsely½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, choppedcoarsely 200g very fresh ricotta⅓ cup (25g) flaked almonds, toastedPRESERVED LEMON DRESSING¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons verjuice¼ cup (60ml) buttermilk2 tablespoons finely choppedpreserved lemon 1 Boil the beans in a pan of boiling salted water for 3 minutes, then drain and pinch the skins off any larger beans. 2 Remove the leaves from the radicchio and butter lettuces, wash and drain well. Tear into smaller pieces…

During COVID, Simmone pivoted her business and has been busy expanding her heart-warming, country-inspired meals, pies and pastries into Woolworths supermarkets nationally. This month, Simmone shares a recipe that kicked off her business. “This hummingbird cake has a very special place in my heart as it was the first cake I baked when starting my business,” Simmone writes. “I found the recipe in an old ’70s Vogue Entertaining magazine that had been put out on the council area. As they say, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This could not be truer as the hummingbird cake is still one of my biggest sellers and what I am remembered for most out of my whole repertoire. My customer’s children have grown up on it and now ask me to bake…

Chocolate Gueen Celebrates Kirsten Tibballs, founder of Savour school in Melbourne and known as Australia’s Queen of Chocolate, marks the school’s 20th anniversary this year. To celebrate, she shared some tips for cooking with chocolate: • Chocolate can be affected by light so store it in opaque packaging or in a dark cupboard. • Chocolate that looks speckled white or grey isn’t old or mouldy – it’s got what is called chocolate bloom but is still good to eat. Chocolate bloom happens either from quick temperature changes or from being stored in a damp environment. For details on classes go to savourschool.com.au Try THIS! Natural wine 101 Natural wine has been one of the most disruptive and popular wine trends of late. The overarching philosophy is non-intervention during the winemaking…

Bag check To ripen an avocado more quickly, put it in a paper bag with enough flour to partially cover the fruit, then fold over the top of the bag and leave at room temperature for 24 hours. To make a furniture spray combine 250ml water, 60ml vinegar, 2 teaspoons safflower oil and 10–15 drops citrus essential oil in a spray bottle, shake well, spray onto a soft rag and rub in. Fresh as a daisy If you use ready-made potted colour in your spring garden, bury empty pots in the flowerbeds at ground level, then slip blooming pots into empty ones, swapping them as the season progresses. Water park Hang a plastic peg basket over a garden tap to hold hose connectors and spray nozzles. Woolly thinking Even…

Sparsely populated, Western Australia sprawls across one-third of the continent. The massive landscapes and distances involved can make preparing for a trip to WA both appealing and daunting. To help plan, we look at a few of the state’s highlights, including shiny new offerings and others almost as old as time itself. Perth For the ultimate introduction to WA, head to the new WA Museum Boola Bardip (meaning ‘many stories’). Following a $400 million extension, a striking modern facade now complements the heritage building. The museum references the cultures of Indigenous West Australians, and don’t miss “Otto”, a blue whale skeleton that washed ashore in 1890. Next door, the revamped Art Gallery of Western Australia has a new bar, Rooftop. On the expansive deck you’ll find the 34-metre-long light-based artwork,…

Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23 If September’s work-fest had you approaching burnout, your birthday month recommends light exercise of the Venusian kind: power flirting, bending over backwards to keep the peace, wrist-to-lip reps with a weighted champagne flute … Venus, planet of love and money, graces her favourite playstation - your sign - for most of October, and when she’s happy everyone benefits. With articulate Mercury also in Libra, you can make a difference by speaking out for what you believe in. According to Libran author Ursula Le Guin, change often begins in art, and very often in the art of words. Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 In the final stage of this year’s journey to Scorpio rising, if October 8’s full moon brings pressing issues to a…

“I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship.” – LOUISA MAY ALCOTT Spot on Your article, Shelter From The Storm (AWW, August), hit the nail on the head when it comes to positive action for victims of domestic violence. How many observers think, “Why don’t they just leave?”, when the answer is about having to make a choice between violence and poverty. If there was more financial support for victims, they may be less inclined to endure abusive situations and consequently make a valuable contribution towards breaking the cycle. R. Guedes, Bloomfield, Qld. Never forget I sat down for my morning cup of coffee and biscuit yesterday and turned the page to find your story on Cindy Gambino (A Broken Heart, AWW, September).…

Judith Durham 1943 - 2022 When a 19-year-old secretary named Judith walked into Melbourne’s Treble Cleff cafe in 1962 to sing with a colleague, Athol Guy, and his friends, she had no idea the foursome would become The Seekers, Australia’s first international music superstars. Athol arranged for them to perform on a cruise ship to London, and once there, they decided to stay. Back then, you didn’t need a hit record to sing on TV, Judith would explain. She made her own clothes for TV appearances. “My trendsetting idol was the Queen,” she told the ABC, laughing. They recorded their first number one hit, I’ll Never Find Another You. In 1965 the New Musical Express named The Seekers the top new group. “We went to the big poll winners’…

News of her passing travelled across the Pacific in the cold, starry, early morning skies of August 9 this year. Her husband, John Easterling, broke the news. Dame Olivia Newton-John had passed away peacefully, surrounded by much-loved family and friends, at her ranch in California. It was not a shock – Olivia had embarked on a life-changing journey with cancer 30 years earlier – but it was heartbreaking for those who loved her, and here in Australia, perhaps that was all of us. At The Weekly, many of us had personal memories to share. Chrissy Iley, who had interviewed her for the magazine in 2018, remembered arriving at the ranch to find Olivia in the kitchen, whipping up a batch of pancakes for them to share, made with gluten-free flour…

The house with its soaring cathedral ceilings sits on the road opposite Belongil Beach. The beach on a good day is peak Byron Bay. In the lingering golden hour in the evening there are fires, kites, waves crashing, dogs running, the mountains in the distance, the sun slowly sliding down behind the dunes. It is where Shelley Craft takes her two dogs to run in the shallows every day. The two gentle ridgebacks, Aldo and Rocco, greet you with mild curiosity as you come through the gate. Aldo, says Shelley, “used to gallop like a racehorse in the water”. But now that he is older “he knows his limits. He stops where he wants to stop and sits and waits for us to come back.” Shelley and Christian Sergiacomi were…

Acclaimed artist Cressida Campbell is standing on the front step of her home in a Sydney beach-side suburb – the old wooden house that has embraced her through tragedy and triumph. At the back, in a garden of magnolia, clivia, and banksia, is her studio. This is where the magic happens, where she creates the exquisite painted woodblocks that make her one of Australia’s most significant and sought-after artists. At a recent exhibition at the Philip Bacon Galleries in Brisbane there were 300 people on a waiting list for 12 pictures. Next month she will have a survey exhibition at the National Gallery in Canberra. “It’s quite an amazing accolade,” says her art dealer, Philip Bacon. “Most artists would kill for that opportunity. It’s an accolade very few artists get…

From Far North Queensland to the Riverina, and across dusty outback plains, Australia’s food bowl lay in ruins. Unpicked fruit rotted on vines and trees, crops remained unharvested, and sheep struggled under the weight of unshorn fleeces. In 1942, Australia was in the grip of a desperate labour shortage. Japan had entered the war and Australian men had joined up in their thousands. Heeding the call to defend King and Country, they’d swapped dungarees for battle fatigues. The lack of rural workers threw Australian agriculture into crisis and left the nation facing food shortages and a scarcity of basics such as cotton, flax and wool. Rescuing Australia from this catastrophe fell to the Ministry of Manpower, which came up with a radical solution: recruit women to work on farms. Based…

Imagine the effects of soaking a sultana in water overnight – that’s what beauty gurus say hyaluronic acid (HA) can do for your skin. HA’s game-changing plumping effect is all thanks to this teeny molecule’s ability to do some seriously heavy lifting (try holding 1000 times your weight in water). “Hyaluronic acid is an instant hydrator, plumping and binding moisture to the skin, making it look and feel better,” says Gina Cook, the National Training Manager at Ella Baché. So why does confusion rival excitement about this moisture magnet? Well, there’s its name for a start. Despite being an ‘acid’ it’s not related to the skin stripping kind, so don’t be put off by the label. In fact, hyaluronic acid is basically a sugary carb that occurs naturally in your…

Protein is good for your muscles, reduces hunger pangs, boosts metabolism, helps your body repair from injury and is an important source of essential amino acids. “Protein is a key part of any diet,” says Nicole Dynan, director of The Good Nutrition Co. and spokesperson for Dietitians Australia. “It is needed for healthy muscle, skin, bone and hair, and is used to make hormones and enzymes that assist with many functions in our body.” Dig a little deeper, though, and it starts to feel more complicated. Should we choose animal or plant proteins? Are we getting enough? How much is too much? “Overwhelmingly, the evidence suggests that the source of protein, whether animal or plant, rather than the amount of protein we eat, is the likely factor that makes a…

Smokey barbecue sauce MAKES 1½ CUPS PREP + COOK TIME 35 MINUTES Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; cook 1 finely chopped medium (150g) brown onion for 5 minutes or until softened. Add 2 coarsely chopped cloves garlic and 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; cook until fragrant. Add 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, ¼ cup Lakanto maple-flavoured syrup, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar and 400g canned crushed tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until thickened. Blend sauce until smooth; season to taste. Cool. SERVING SUGGESTION Serve with grilled lamb, chicken, beef or pork. Test Kitchen tip Lakanto maple flavoured syrup is delicious and lifestyle-friendly for those on Keto, diabetic, gluten-free, plant-based or vegan diets. Honey chilli…

Seeded carrot & cabbage fillo pie SERVES 6 PREP + COOK TIME 1 HOUR (+ COOLING) ¾ cup (180ml) extra virgin olive oil1 large (500g) leek, white part only, chopped finely3 cloves garlic, crushed2 teaspoons caraway seeds3 medium carrots (360g), grated coarsely375g savoy cabbage, finely shredded⅓ cup (55g) currants⅓ cup finely chopped fresh mint14 sheets fillo pastry (210g)Greek yoghurt or labne, to serveSEED TOPPING2 tablespoons pepitas (pumpkin seed kernels)¼ cup (35g) slivered almonds¼ cup (25g) coarsely chopped walnuts2 teaspoons poppy seeds1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 Heat ¼ cup of the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat; cook leek, garlic and caraway seeds for 5 minutes. Add carrot; cook for 5 minutes. Add cabbage; cook for a further 5 minutes or until vegetables are soft. Stir in currants…

Australians have embraced the Hamptons look for years, but it’s time to rethink how we do it. To truly capture the new Hamptons style, you need to understand the origins of this evergreen look. The Hamptons has been the playground for the rich and famous of the US East Coast for eternity. It’s the place old money and inherited wealth gets away from the hustle and bustle of big city deals. The homes have been designed to stand the test of time; this is where the family will gather and grow for generations. Rather than the crisp white, brand new feel we associate with this look, the real Hamptons is made up of stately homes that have evolved over generations. Interiors are often overly-patterned, filled with antiques, decorated with multiple…

In briefSail GRAND PRIX It was a sunny day in Copenhagen when Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik took to the seas for a little friendly competition, in the lead-up to the final race day at the Denmark Sail Grand Prix. Prince Frederik was part of the Danish team, while Princess Mary climbed aboard the Australian catamaran, captained by Tom Slingsby. The Aussies crossed the finish line first, giving Princess Mary bragging rights, though we’re sure she was gracious in victory.…

In briefRoyal UPDATE Princess Eugenie has shared candid shots to mark Princess Beatrice’s 34th birthday, gushing, “Happy birthday to my special big sissy. Love you so much.” Meanwhile, a former royal chef has spilled the tea on the Queen’s favourite snack. “The Queen was served jam pennies in the nursery as a little girl. She’s had them for afternoon tea ever since,” Darren McGrady revealed.…

The most heroic thing I’ve ever done is ... become an actor. My characters tend to save a lot of lives. Brave to me is ... being honest with yourself. Can’t say I’ve nailed it yet. My secret skill is ... olives. I grow and brine my own. My greatest fear is ... not getting the next job. If I could go back in time I would ... make a lot of money on sports betting. In the movie of my life, I’d like to be played by ... that’s a trick question, right? My family would say I am ... master of the Dad joke and therefore not funny at all. The greatest lesson I’ve learnt is ... if you don’t put the work in, you don’t get the…

A new baby for the Bublés Crooner Michael Bublé and wife Luisana have had some difficult years, so it is heartwarming to see them celebrating the safe arrival of a baby girl. “From love comes life, light and her ... our baby Cielo Yoli Rose Bublé. Thanks God for this infinite blessing, we love you!!” Celia says hello to a little girl Celia Pacquola and Dara Munnis have welcomed a daughter, Eleanor Jessica. “So far, my parenting style is saying ‘Hello’ to the baby a million times a day,” Celia said as she settled into her new role as mum.…

Column As we go to press the Cambridge family is spending holiday time with the Queen in Balmoral. Kate, Charlotte and Louis actually flew to Scotland on a scheduled flight in economy class, causing delight among their surprised fellow passengers. The Scottish royal estate has always been a precious place for the Queen, where she can feel free from the rigours of public office and prying long lenses. It was in the stunning Balmoral countryside that she and Prince Philip spent happy months together, hosting family barbecues, fishing and rambling, while the Queen could ride her horses in peace. But it feels to me that those moments of peace are not currently being respected, at least not by the world’s media. After the pizzazz of the Platinum Jubilee the monarch…

Landmark victory There’s a photo of Jeni Haynes from that day – September 6, 2019 – the day her life began at age 49. In it, she stares straight ahead, her shoulders are back, and her head is high. She’s wearing a pair of purple-rimmed glasses and a sparkly butterfly-print top. The woman in the photo might be 49 years old, but when she opens her mouth to speak to the pack of reporters outside of the Downing Centre Court in Sydney, a teenager’s voice comes out. The teenager’s name is Linda, and she is one of Jeni’s 2500 multiple personalities. Linda hasn’t prepared a speech, but the words flow out of her like they’ve been rehearsed a hundred times. “My life begins today,” she says. That day, a judge…

Carol Taylor was studying law when she found herself facing a problem that even the finest legal mind would be unable to argue their way out of: A wealthy friend had invited her to “a very posh ball” and she had nothing to wear. “He lived in a beautiful mansion in Bellevue Hill, one of the most prestigious areas of Sydney. I wanted to hold my own and look glamorous. I didn’t want to let my friend down,” she says. But she knew all the other guests would be buying their gowns from frightfully expensive boutiques where prices were upwards of $3000, and she was just a student. Fortunately, Carol had a plan. “I went to a city fabric store and bought some crushed velvet and a pattern. I bought…

For a century, Melbourne Cup day at Flemington was the place to see and be seen. The only venue in the country where the well heeled happily rubbed shoulders with the down at heel, the one thing they all had in common (outside of a love of racing) was the desire to look their best; donning their finest suits, frocks and bonnets to mark the occasion. But by the early 1960s the allure was beginning to wane and female racegoers were dropping off in droves. Until a sub-committee from the Victoria Racing Club came upon an idea: Why not start a competition to “find the smartest-dressed woman at the Carnival”? With two categories (one for outfits purchased for under £30, one for those under £50) as well as an award…

Good things don’t necessarily come with a hefty price tag in the beauty world. “There’s a perception higher priced products are better quality, but that’s not the case,” says Dr Sue Feng, Chief Scientific Officer at Palmer’s. “Quality’s important but you don’t have to spend big to get it.” Dr Feng recommends doing a few checks before bagging a bargain: has it been dermatologically tested? Do the ingredients suit my skin type? Is it free of parabens and phthalates? Does the brand put money into research? I’d add one more: does it have multiple uses? A beauty multitasker is the ultimate bang for buck. Try it – an efficient formula will soon be a can’t-live-without favourite.…

No one can argue against the fact that being outside is good for the soul. A bracing walk, a lie in the sun or a dance in the rain helps us shake off the cobwebs and recharge from the inside out. And as we emerge from the pandemic darkness, we need this more than ever. Science agrees. Multiple studies have shown the positive impact nature has on us. Simply being outside and breathing in the air can bring an enormous sense of wellbeing. Getting our hands dirty supercharges this even more. A 2017 meta-analysis found that gardening boosts mental, physical and social wellbeing as well as cognitive function, with evidence showing that it could reduce the risk of dementia. Meanwhile, a UNSW report indicated that pottering in the garden could…

Amaretti MAKES 20 PREP + COOK TIME 20 MINUTES (+ OVERNIGHT STANDING) 2 egg whites1 cup (120g) almond meal1 cup (220g) caster sugar¼ teaspoon almond extract20 (20g) blanched almonds 1 Beat egg whites, almond meal, sugar and extract in a small bowl with an electric mixer for 3 minutes. Stand in the bowl for 5 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, line two oven trays with baking paper. Using a 4cm round cutter, trace circles 4cm apart on papers; turn papers, marked-side down, on trays. 3 Spoon amaretti mixture into a piping bag fitted with a 1cm plain tube. Pipe mixture into marked circles starting from centre out, to fill the circle. Top each biscuit with a blanched almond. Cover loosely with foil; stand at room temperature overnight. 4 Preheat oven to 180°C…

Prosciutto pappardelle SERVES 1 PREP + COOK TIME 15 MINUTES 125g pappardelle pasta2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil2 slices prosciutto, chopped1 egg2 tablespoons pouring cream¼ cup (20g) finely grated parmesan2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 Cook pasta in a medium saucepan of boiling well-salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of cooking liquid. Cover, keep warm. 2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook prosciutto, stirring, for 2 minutes or until crisp. 3 Combine egg, cream and parmesan in a small bowl. Add egg mixture, reserved cooking liquid, half the parsley and half the prosciutto to pasta; toss gently to combine. Season to taste. 4 Serve topped with the remaining parsley and prosciutto. Not suitable to freeze from the Test Kitchen To…

Roasted ratatouille SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 25 MINUTES 2 large (300g) zucchini, sliced thickly1 large (350g) red capsicum, sliced thinly1 large (350g) yellow capsicum, sliced thinly1 medium (170g) red onion, cut into thin wedges2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon smoked paprika250g baby roma tomatoes2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly2 tablespoons pine nuts2 tablespoons red wine vinegar½ cup basil leaves 1 Preheat a 7-litre air fryer to 180°C for 3 minutes. 2 Place zucchini, capsicums, onion, oil and paprika in a large bowl, then season; toss to combine. 3 Taking care, line the air fryer basket with baking paper. Spoon the vegetable mixture onto the paper; at 180°C cook for 10 minutes, tossing vegetables halfway through cooking time. 4 Add tomatoes, garlic and pine nuts to basket and toss…

Creating a tiny landscape of your favourite outdoor space is not only a meditative project – its beauty can last for years. The landscape is created by layering materials in a glass container and complementing those layers with plants. Each layer serves a purpose, and together they make a healthy and beautiful place for your plants to live. Supplies · Glass container· Small lava rock· Horticultural charcoal· Potting soil· Plants· Scissors, tweezers, chopsticks, etc., depending on the shape and height of your container· Assorted river rock and/or other decorative rocks. Choosing a container Whether it’s a recycled pickle jar or a hand-blown glass vessel, there is a container to suit every style. We highly recommend using a container you have on hand, or finding one at a second-hand store. Choose…

The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane, Allen & Unwin The sun, a ball of burning orange, dominates like a powerful, all-seeing deity in this masterful tale of a how the disappearance of a young boy, lost on the great Flinders Ranges, tests a community. It is September 1883 and in the melting pot of cultures rubbing along in the South Australian country town of Fairly, there is a low hum of disquiet. As the tale opens a vast dust storm kicks off, creating a shroud of gritty red. Minna Baumann is getting married to Constable Robert Manning when the rush of ruddy dirt comes through and six-year-old Denny, the youngest son of a local family, is out in the fields while his sisters attend the nuptials. When the wind…

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