january-2010

4 WHEELS, 8 HOLIDAYS 

Get dirty with our 

off-road recommendations 

On fame, farm life and being Dorothy 

VACATION VOWS 

Phuket and Bali: 

tie the knot in tropical style 

BUSKING IN THE GLORY 

Christchurch comes alive with 

the world’s best street performers 

JANUARY 2010 

YOUR FREE COPY

AUSTRALIAN TOUR / MARCH 2010 

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF HITS 

WED 10 MARCHSYDNEYHORDERN PAVILION 

THU 11 MARCHBRISBANECONVENTION CENTRE 

SAT 13 MARCHMELBOURNEPALAIS THEATRE 

SUN 14 MARCHADELAIDECLIPSAL 500 

WED 17 MARCHPERTHCHALLENGE STADIUM 

VERY SPECIAL GUESTS &CASSIE 

DAVIS 

THE 

SWELL 

SEASON 

“A triumphant, sold-out, and emotional two hour show.” 

NEW YORK TIMES / RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL 

Thursday 25 March 

Palais Theatre, Melbourne 

Wednesday 31 March 

Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide 

Monday 5 April 

Sydney Opera House, Sydney 

FRI 26 MARCH THEBARTON THEATRE ADELAIDE 

TUE 30 MARCH BAR ON THE HILL NEWCASTLE 

THU 1 APRIL ANU BAR CANBERRA 

WED 7 APRIL ENMORE THEATRE SYDNEY 

THU 8 APRIL PALAIS THEATRE MELBOURNE 

MON 12 APRIL SAN FRAN BATHHOUSE WELLINGTON 

TUE13 APRIL POWERSTATION AUCKLAND 

PHUKET INTERNATIONAL BLUES ROCK FESTIVAL 26-27 FEBRUARY 2010 

Featuring Richard Clapton and and Charlie Musselwhite go to www.phuketbluesfestival.com

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contents. 

features 

18 star struck 

We track the rise and rise of Natalie Bassingthwaighte’s star 

26 go guide 

Meet the talent set to bring on the belly laughs at the World 

Buskers Festival in Christchurch 

30 hot spot 

Find out how to fl oat your boat in Hobart 

CLOCKWISE: Warriors of Brazil will thrill 

with their dance show; say “I do” 

in paradise; get ready for off-road 

action on Fraser Island 

36 people 

We meet some of our Australians of the Year to fi nd out how 

they’re celebrating Australia Day 

40 adrenaline 

Follow the Rail Trail for a unique tour of Bellarine Peninsula 

46 retail therapy 

We bring you 10 good reasons why Hawaii is one great 

shopping bargain 

50 hub 

With creature comforts and culture at its doorstep, northern 

New South Wales is much more than drop-dead gorgeous 

56 fl y/drive 

Snap on your seat belt as we take you on some of the best 

bumpy 4WD trails around 

63 in focus 

Find your wedded bliss with a made-to-order wedding in 

Bali and Thailand 

56 

regulars 

63 

2 editor’s welcome note 

4 events 

7 10 minutes with... 

Jelena Dokic 

8 style fi le 

10 good taste 

13 cheers 

14 the word 

16 fi t to go 

68 brain teasers 

in the air with jetstar 

77 jetstar news 

78 starkids 

81 

 

88 where we fl y 

90 your wellbeing onboard 

92 international adventures 

Cover Photo: 

STEVE BACCON 

98 introducing our 

domestic airports 

103 domestic destinations 

focus 

105 gift ideas 

106 have a bite 

110 entertainment 

CONTENTS 


Photo: Cher Ange Weddings and Events 

JANUARY 2010 1 

Photo: Tourism Queensland

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EDITOR’S WELCOME NOTE 

A Reason to Dance 

The 

arrival of the new year always brings such a sense of excitement, of things 

to do and places to go. Top of our list is always travel! With the Christmas 

rush over, it’s time to kick back and reward ourselves with a well-deserved break to 

somewhere wonderful, some place out of our usual realm, a place that invites adventure 

and discovery. 

Jetstar has plenty of such places on its route map, and in this issue we explore 

harbour town Hobart, Hawaii’s best bargains, and how to get married overseas in style. 

We hike the beautiful hinterland of Byron Bay, tour the Bellarine Peninsula by bike and 

look at some top 4WD trails. It’s also the month to take in the delights of the fabulous 

World Buskers Festival in Christchurch and fi nd out what some of our local heroes are 

doing to celebrate Australia Day. Our cover girl Natalie Bassingthwaighte will no doubt be 

dancing up a storm on TV as she returns to host So You Think You Can Dance? 

With the announcement that Jetstar is set to begin fl ights to Fiji from Sydney in 

March, I hope I’ll be learning how to dance the meke very soon. Enjoy your holiday! 

Rachel Farnay Jacques 

Jetstar Magazine Editor 

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GIVE ME FIVE! 

Australia’s popular children’s entertainment 

troupe hits the road with the Hi-5 Surprise! 

tour to celebrate a birthday. We speak to new 

member Fely Irvine before the upcoming 

road trip. 

How does it feel to be the newest 

Hi-5 member? 

I’m absolutely loving being a part of Hi-5 — it’s 

truly one of the best jobs in the world! Singing, 

dancing and acting, on screen and on stage, 

all to get the kids up and joining in; making 

children giggle and smile is the best! 

Tell us more about the nationwide Hi-5 

Surprise! tour. 

Th e tour is one big party and who doesn’t like a 

party? We’re planning a surprise birthday party 

for our good friend Chats, but you can’t tell 

Chats because it’s a surprise! My favourite part 

of the show is when we play the party games, 

watching the audience as they throw around a 

huge balloon. It’s just so much fun! 

Where are you looking forward 

to performing? 

Tasmania, because I’ve never been. I love that 

this job takes me to so many places I otherwise 

may not experience. 

What activities would you suggest children 

do to improve their music, singing and 

dancing skills? 

It’s always fun to do dance classes. Th ere are a 

lot of friends to be made, and lots of music to 

dance to. I joined a choir when I was in primary 

school — I think anything that involves lots of 

friends and music is bound to be fun. 

What will you and Hi-5 be doing during the 

February break? 

We’ve actually been planning a group trip to 

Sydney’s Taronga Zoo. I went recently and saw 

the baby elephant who is just adorable. And 

the new marine enclosure is amazing — I could 

watch the seals and penguins for hours, they’re 

mesmerising. Th e gorillas and chimpanzees are 

guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face. 

I just love animals! 

Hi-5 Surprise! premieres at Melbourne’s Arts 

Centre Playhouse and tours 38 theatres in Victoria, 

New South Wales, South 

Australia, Queensland 

and Tasmania ’til 18 

April. Ticket details 

on www.hi-5.com.au 


Fun in the 

Sun. 

Stay entertained this month 

with dance, art, comedy and 

sports events galore 

Peter Helliar 

WORDS ANNE LOH 

5–17 JAN SYDNEY 

Peter Helliar’s Dreamboat Tour 

Stand-up comedian and ex-ROVE regular 

Peter Helliar is back with a vengeance after an 

absence from the stage for the last couple of 

years. For a limited time only, be sure not to 

miss the boat. Playhouse at the Sydney Opera 

House. Tickets from Ticketek 132 849. 

8 JAN–11 FEB PERTH, SYDNEY, BRISBANE, 

MELBOURNE, ADELAIDE 

Warriors of Brazil 

Get caught up in the energy of the world’s 

greatest Capoeira experts when they take to 

the stage in gravity-defying leaps and spins for 

the fi rst time in Australia. They’re spreading 

a message of hope to Brazilian youth. Ticket 

details on www.warriorsofbrazil.com 

Le Grand Cirque 

8–24 JAN BRISBANE 

Le Grand Cirque 

For the fi rst time in Brisbane, and as part of 

an international tour, box offi ce hit Le Grand 

Cirque is poised to wow audiences with acts 

by 35 champion acrobats from Brazil, Russia, 

Mongolia, Canada and China. You’ll be on the 

edge of your seat. Lyric Theatre, South Bank. 

Tickets from qtix 136 246. 

10–16 JAN QUEENSTOWN 

Challenge Wanaka 2010 

Australian reigning champion Chris McDonald 

returns to “the world’s most scenic longdistance 

triathlon” in a fi eld of competitors 

that includes the 2008 winner from Germany 

and rising star Keegan Williams of New 

Zealand. There’s a junior segment as well from 

six years old. Tel: +64 (3) 443 2700.

Warriors of Brazil 

23 JAN–7 FEB MELBOURNE 

Aerial Antics 

Professional trapeze artists perform and hold 

workshops at City Square on the corner of 

Collins and Swanston Streets daily. Watch 

them fl y through the air and be inspired to 

try it yourself under instruction — children as 

young as seven can take part. Free; book for 

workshops. Tel: +61 (3) 9658 9658. 

‘TIL 29 MAR PERTH 

McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907–1917 

Find out why Frederick McCubbin is one 

of Australia’s best-loved artists with this 

comprehensive look at works from the last 

11 years of his life. Check out the six special 

programs, including a Bush Babies Tour 

(charges apply). Art Gallery of Western 

Australia, tel: +61 (8) 9492 6644. 

Peter Murphy’s 

Model City 

Aerial Antics Sculpture in the Vineyards 

‘TIL 31 JAN SYDNEY 

Model City and Nocturnal 

Be amazed by the images of Sydney in two 

free family-friendly photography exhibitions 

— Model City by Peter Murphy and Nocturnal 

by Peter Solness. See Sydney through their 

eyes and take away a renewed appreciation of 

this beautiful city. Customs House on Circular 

Quay, tel: +61 (2) 9265 9189. 

‘TIL 26 JAN NEW SOUTH WALES 

Sculpture in the Vineyards 

Be assured that you’ve not had one glass too 

many if you spot a strange piece of art along 

the Wollombi Valley Wine Trail in the Hunter 

Valley. There’s over 60 large outdoor works at 

Undercliff Winery, Stonehurst Cedar Creek, 

Wollombi Wines, Wollombi Village Vineyard 

and Noyce Brothers Wines. 

BOOK NOW! 

4–7 Feb 

Edinburgh Military Tattoo 

Love uniforms, fanfare and military precision? 

You’ll want to sign up for the 60th anniversary 

only-in-Sydney event where 1,500 performers 

will put on the biggest production to date at 

the Sydney Football Stadium. 

12–14 Feb 

Crown’s Chinese New Year Spectacular and 

Riverside Hawker’s Bazaar 

Welcome Th e Emperor — an animated 

giant dragon — to the Crown’s atrium on 

4 February, in time for a roaring start to the 

riverside bazaar on 12 February with its 45 

stalls, lion and dragon processions, cooking 

demonstrations and roving performers. 

19–20 Feb 

Chingay Parade 

Th is year at Singapore’s Chingay Parade, there’ll 

be not one but two “fi recracker dragons” from 

China, alongside 5,000 performers, 100 lions 

and 50 traditional dragons, as well as stiltwalkers, 

fl oats and giant fl ags enchanting 

Orchard Road audiences. 

26 Feb–12 Mar 

Quiksilver Pro 2010 

Will Australia be able to ride the wave and 

hold on to the top spot? Will some young 

unknown upstart dethrone a leading champ? 

Head to the Gold Coast where the answers will 

be played out. 


EVENTS

Jelena 

Dokic. 

10 

After her stunning return to tennis at 

last year’s Australian Open, we check in 

on the former world number four’s form 

INTERVIEW RACHEL FARNAY JACQUES 

The past year has been a 

rollercoaster of highs and lows, how 

would you rate your performance? 

I think I had a good year, especially 

considering that I was not completely 

healthy this year. I played only about half 

a year so considering that, I think my 

year was good. 

What has been the greatest 

challenge in making your 

“comeback”? 

I had a long break from tennis so I had 

to work harder than anybody and I had 

to be very strong mentally. I had to do 

everything from zero and make up all 

the time that I missed on the tour. 

What was your training program in 

2009 like? 

My training program was very good at 

the beginning of the year, but when I 

got injured and sick in the middle of the 

year, I had to redo my whole schedule. 

Now I spend more time getting stronger 

physically, and looking after my nutrition 

and health so that I can perform well 

and not get injured or sick. Also, I’m very 

careful about how much time I spend 

doing physical work and how much 

tennis I do. 

What continues to fuel your passion 

for tennis? 

I love tennis so there is never any doubt 

about my passion for the game. Even 

when things are not going great I still 

love what I do, and I wouldn’t change it 

for anything in the world. 

Which is your favourite tournament 

to play? 

There are a lot of great tournaments 

throughout the year. I love the Australian 

Open and Roland Garros from the Grand 

Slams and Brisbane, Dubai and San 

Diego from the regular tournaments. 

The 2010 Brisbane International 

versus the 2010 Australian Open… 

do you have different strategies for 

each tournament? 

I’d obviously like to peak and be in my 

best form for the Australian Open and 

Brisbane, which I use as a warm-up for 

the Australian Open. Brisbane is the fi rst 

tournament of the year so I’d like to play 

as many matches as possible. 

Which players are going to be the 

toughest opponents in 2010? 

Every opponent is tough in her own way 

and no match is easy. 

What are your goals for next year? 

I’d like to do well in the Grand Slams and 

big tournaments, and I’d like to reach 

the top 20. 

What do you do to wind down? 

I try to do relaxing things like going to 

the cinema, listening to music, shopping 

and sightseeing. 

Which Jetstar destination is your 

favourite for holidaying? 

There are a lot of places I’d like to go 

that I haven’t been yet. I think Fiji will be 

my next holiday destination. (Jetstar will 

commence fl ights to Fiji in March 2010, 

pending regulatory approval.) 

Catch Jelena Dokic at the Brisbane 

International on 3–10 January and 

the Australian Open in Melbourne on 

18–31 January. 


10 MINUTES WITH... 

Photo: Getty Images

Cocopani designer 

Bianca Cheah makes 

staying sun safe all 

the more appealing 

Sunny Days. y 

Make the most of the summer holidays with 

our selection of handy travel items 


FROM BEACH TO BAR 

For the girls, a Pomegranate kaftan or a maxi is all 

that’s required to ensure a stylish transition from the 

beach to brunch. The Pomegranate Silk collection 

(AU$150–400; call +61 (2) 9211 7595 for stockists) 

features comfortable, quality pieces with exclusive 

prints and vibrant jewel hues to dress up any day. 


BIG DAY OUT 

Pop up one of Cocopani’s sun-safe SPF 30+ 

umbrellas (AU$84.95; stockists on www. 

cocopani.com.au) to stake out your favourite 

spot on the beach. With six designs to choose 

from — our favourite’s the Licorice Allsorts 

— you’re sure to attract 

the right sort of 

attention. Then 

whip out the Oz 

Crawl Board Game 

(AU$59.95, stockists 

on www.ozcrawl.com. 

au) and play with your 

newfound friends. 

COOL DRINKS 

Keep yourself hydrated while on the go 

with a Cheeki stainless steel water bottle. 

Fill it up, pop it in the fridge, then just 

grab it on the way out the door. Not only 

is it a better bet healthwise, compared 

to plastic bottles, it helps reduce landfi ll. 

There’s a design for everyone and it’s 

dishwasher safe. Colourful kids bottles 

are 350ml (AU$16.95) while adult bottles 

start from AU$17.95 for 500ml; 

call +61 (2) 9939 1900 for stockists.

GET CARRIED AWAY 

We love the suitcases from the latest Vera 

May Travel Bag Collection. Even if you’re 

just on an overnight jaunt, there’s no 

reason not to pack up in one of their stylish 

and sturdy pull-along bags, fashionable 

enough to double as a shoulder bag. The 

hat-shape style suitcases particularly grab 

our fancy. Travel suitcases from AU$165, 

call +61 (2) 9734 8855 for stockists. 

HAIR ALIVE 

It’s time to do the Miessence Summer Hair Detox to return 

health to stressed out hair. In addition to washing the hair a few 

times with shampoo mixed with a small amount of bicarbonate 

soda, using the clarifying hair rinse as well as the Protect Hair 

Repair will also help. From AU$6.95 for a 50ml travel-size 

Desert Flower shampoo; info on +61 (7) 5539 2011. And with 

long days of partying, it’s a great idea to keep on hand Lee 

Stafford Dry Shampoo (from AU$5.95 for 50ml travel size; 

available at pharmacies) to make hair smell fresh and feel 

cleaner by absorbing oil in the hair — no washing necessary. 

HEALING TOUCH 

You know you shouldn’t but occasionally everyone gets a 

nasty case of sunburn. When this happens, what you need is 

the Yuva Skin Rescue Serum (AU$93), rich in rosehip oil to 

heal the skin. The Yuva H2O Mask (AU$46; stockists on www. 

yuva.com.au) is a cooling gel mask with hops and seaweed 

extract that will strengthen the skin against sunburn and 

prevent further dehydration. For after-sun care, slather on 

the Fruit of the Earth 100% Pure Aloe Vera Gel for a super 

moisture boost (from AU$2.95 for a 56g Pure Gel bottle; 

available at pharmacies). 

HEALTHY GLOW 

You don’t have to give up the sun-kissed effect — just do it 

smart and safe with Naked Tan, a revolutionary organic spray 

tanning solution that allows you to look naturally tanned after 

just two hours. Professionally applied with results guaranteed, 

even your closest friend will think you’ve just returned from a 

Bali holiday! Find your nearest salon by calling 1300 365 683. 

HAPPY FEET 

Perfectly pedicured feet deserve a pair of 

Island Way sandals, many of which have been 

handmade by artisans in Kenya under Fair Trade 

conditions. Add a hint of glam with heeled styles 

or go casual with fl ats (from AU$79.95, 

www.islandway.com). The intricate 

beaded designs are a sure-fi re eye-catcher. 

And for serious sightseeing days, slip on the 

comfortable Merrell Plie (AU$189; stockists on 

1300 304 799) — light and compact, with a mesh 

upper to allow feet to breathe easy. 

FLY ME 

AWAY 

Stephen Nagle 

realised there 

was a gap in 

the market 

for unique 

concept stores and 

discovered Flight 001 

in New York’s West 

Village. He’s opening two stores in Melbourne 

and Sydney early this year. We pin him down 

for a chat pre-opening. 

Tell us how Flight 001 is just right 

for Australia. 

Australians love to travel and Flight 001 is the 

world’s fi rst travel store — an all- inclusive, 

retro-modern retail experience that satisfi es 

the frequent traveller’s every need. 

How often do new products get released? 

Each year, the design crew releases new 

products for the Christmas holiday season. 

An amazing new product is the skeleton 

carry-on case from Japanese designer Hideo 

Wakamatsu. It’s see-through, so you need to 

have nothing to hide! [Ed’s note: We’re loving 

the just-released Blackbird Fly Camera, in our 

favourite orange no less, for AU$220.) 

What’s your favourite Flight 001 product 

this year? 

Th e seatpak. It’s a multi-zip pouch for stashing 

your in-fl ight essentials that includes a side 

loop for hanging on the latch of the tray table 

of the seat in front of you. 

What can’t you leave home without for a 

summer holiday? 

Th e Go Clean wetsuit bag — you can have that 

last swim on the morning of checkout and put 

your boardies or bikini in the drawstring bag 

that has a treated interior to prevent mildew 

and unwanted water in your suitcase. 

Shop 044A Ground Floor, Melbourne Central, 

tel: 1800 747 001 (no Sydney address yet) 


STYLE FILE

For Superb, 

All Natural Food 

On This Flight 

Turn page sideways. 


GOOD TASTE 

Smokin’. 

Make your Australia Day 

barbecue sizzle with stylish 

gear and yummy sauces 

at fantastic locations 

WORDS ROBERTA MUIR 

ADELAIDE’S CLELAND WILDLIFE PARK 

Spend Australia Day patting koalas and 

kangaroos in the wildlife sanctuary at 

Cleland Conservation Park, 20 minutes’ 

drive from Adelaide. Join the animal keepers 

as they feed lorikeets, Tasmanian devils and 

dingoes. There are barbecue facilities and a 

café. Mount Lofty, Summit Rd, Crafers, 

tel: +61 (8) 8339 2444. 

PERTH’S KINGS PARK AND 

BOTANIC GARDENS 

There’s no better place to enjoy the biggest 

Oz Day celebrations in Australia than at the 

world’s biggest inner-city park, Kings Park. 

With amazing views of Perth and the Swan 

and Canning Rivers, plus great barbecue, 

picnic and playground facilities, it’s the 

spot to enjoy the spectacular fi reworks. 

LAUNCESTON’S CATARACT 

GORGE RESERVE 

Just 15 minutes’ stroll from central 

Launceston, this natural gorge features a clifftop 

pathway built in the 1890s, overlooking the 

South Esk River. There’s a swimming pool and 

picnic area as well as a Victorian garden, kiosk 

and tearoom, chairlift and pub. 69 Basin Rd, 

Launceston, tel: +61 (3) 6323 3468.

ANTICLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Pop out 

the Coleman Roadtrip Grill; Launceston’s 

Cataract Gorge; Litchfi eld’s Florence 

Falls; the Gold Coast’s Harley Park — 

great barbecue spots 

LIGHT MY FIRE 

Flavours to Up the Ante 

Beerenberg Coopers Ale Barbeque Sauce is a 

collaboration between two South Australian 

icons: Coopers Brewery and jam producer, 

Beerenberg Farm. Beer and barbecues are a 

natural pairing and this sauce combines a great 

balance of subtle malty bitterness from the hops 

in the beer, spice and fruit — perfect for any 

barbie. RRP AU$4.39. 

Best New Barbies 

Get fi red up anywhere, anytime — balcony, 

beach or bush — with these two handy 

barbecues. Th e BeefEater Sportzgrill folds 

into a smart, durable briefcase size, which can 

be opened to use on any fl at surface or free 

standing with its detachable legs (RRP AU$599). 

Th e Coleman Roadtrip 

Grill, a collapsible, 

portable grill, can also 

be used indoors for 

tabletop cooking. It has 

a detachable side table 

and leg levellers 

so that it remains 

sturdy everywhere 

(RRP AU$369.99). 

Real Aussie Flavour 

Add the Aussie outback to your next barbecue 

with Vic Cherikoff ’s DownUnder range of sauces 

and marinades. Kakadu Wild Fire Pepper Sauce 

is great as a marinade or dipping sauce with the 

DARWIN’S LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK 

Just 90 minutes south of Darwin, you can 

combine an Aussie barbecue with thundering 

waterfalls, breathtaking waterholes, native 

wildlife and wonderful walking tracks. Enjoy 

a dip in Florence Falls or Buley Rock Hole 

then cook up a storm creek-side at one of the 

permanent barbecue facilities. 

Beerenberg managing 

director Anthony Paech and 

Coopers Brewery managing 

director Dr Tim Cooper 

tangy, fruity fl avour of native Kakadu 

plum, while Stockmans Smoky Steak Sauce 

evokes the aroma of an outback campfi re. 

RRP AU$6.95 each. 

Maple Syrup & Tamarind Marinade 

Pete Evans from Hugo’s, author of My 

Grill and co-presenter of Channel 7’s My 

Restaurant Rules, recommends this great 

marinade. “It has sweet and sour fl avours 

that work particularly well with chicken 

drumsticks or wings, or pork ribs. Prepare 

everything the day before, to help get the 

maximum fl avour out of the marinade.” 

• 1 cup maple syrup 

• 1 cup sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) 

• 1 tbsp tamarind extract 

• ⅓ cup oyster sauce 

• 300ml Chinese black vinegar 

• 2 cinnamon sticks 

• 3 star anise 

Combine all ingredients in a non-metallic 

bowl. Add the meat, toss to coat with the 

marinade. Cover and refrigerate overnight. 

GOLD COAST’S HARLEY PARK 

Harley Park, on peaceful Broadwater, 

has great barbecue facilities and Charis 

Seafoods, if you prefer someone else do 

the cooking. The playground is popular with 

kids while the chance to feed the resident 

pelicans delights everyone. Harley Park 

Marine Pde, Labrador. 

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Rolling hills and rows of vines 

at Quartz Reef 

INSET: Rudi Bauer applies his 

Austrian background to pinot noir 

Middle Earth 

Drops. 

RUDI BAUER 

Winemaker, Quartz Reef, 

Central Otago 

Nearest airport: Queenstown 

Which wine is 

catching up 

in popularity 

to sauvignon 

blanc? 

Pinot noir, 

which is particularly suited to 

Asian cuisine due to its sweet 

fruit and purity of fl avour. 

What’s your favourite wine and 

dish combo for summer? 

Our Bendigo Estate Pinot Noir 

2001 with pheasant. 

Best cellar door experience? 

That’s really diffi cult to answer as 

NZ is scenic at both ends… and 

there are still lots of hobbits to be 

found… after a few pinot noirs. 

What is a current challenge NZ 

wines are facing? 

All wineries need to get certifi ed 

organic by 2012 otherwise they’ll 

not get an export certifi cate and 

that’s only good for consumers. 

We get a snapshot of the allure of New Zealand 

wines through the eyes of four vintners 

INTERVIEWS ANNE LOH 

OUTI JAKOVIRTA 

Winemaker, Julicher, 

Martinborough 

Nearest airport: Wellington 

What does NZ 

offer 

wine lovers? 

Diversity, top 

quality, value 

for money, 

sustainable winegrowing and 

green thinking. 

Which wine is catching up in 

popularity to sauvignon blanc? 

Pinot noir from Martinborough, 

Central Otago, Waipara and 

Marlborough. 



Julicher Estate Pinot Noir 2008 

with barbecued lamb rack. 


Martinborough, where almost all 

cellar doors are walking distance 

from town so you can cycle from 

one winery to another. Most of 

the time, you’ll fi nd the owners 

manning the cellar doors. 

GWYN THOMAS 

General manager, Bascand, 

whose wines are made by 

Waipara Wine Cellars 

Nearest airport: Christchurch 

What makes 

NZ wines 

stand out? 

The depth of 

experience of 

the winemakers 

and the range of microclimates 

make for very interesting wines. 

Which wines are catching up in 

popularity to sauvignon blanc? 

Pinot gris and riesling for whites 

and pinot noir for red. 



A Waipara rosé with salmon 

sashimi is absolutely divine. 


On Waiheke Island, you’ll fi nd 

an integrated experience and 

many wineries with amazing 

restaurants. In Waipara, Pegasus 

Bay’s vineyard restaurant is 

award-winning. 

MILAN BRAJKOVICH 

Vineyard director, Kumeu River 

Nearest airport: Auckland 

What makes 

NZ wines 

stand out? 

New Zealand 

wines are 

characterised 

by their freshness and great 

acidity. This is primarily due to 

our cool climate viticulture. 



Kumeu River Chardonnay with 

New Zealand crayfi sh cannot 

be beaten. 


Queenstown. There are many 

great small wineries to visit and 

have lunch — excellent food 

— and then there is the sheer 

beauty of the region itself. 

Pinotphiles 

shouldn’t miss: 

Pinot Noir 2010 

1–4 February 2010, Wellington 


CHEERS


THE WORD 

Start ’Em 

Young. 

It’s never too early to 

introduce the wonderful world 

of books to your children 

ACTING OUT 


Actor and mother of three Sophie Lee has just 

released Edie Amelia and the Monkey Shoe Mystery, 

a book for kids over seven years old. With the 

launch of her fi rst children’s book — the start of a 

new series — she talks to us about her new career 

and raising children to love books. 

Tell us about Edie Amelia. Is she based on 

someone you know? 

My daughter’s name is Edie, however the big 

diff erence between the star of the book and the 

star of my life is that the girl in the book keeps 

her room tidy! Edie Amelia Sparks is a neat girl 

with messy parents, who knows where all her 

dearest possessions are kept. When something of 

great value goes missing — her precious monkey 

shoe — Edie, along with her best friend and 

faithful dog, know they have precisely two days 

to fi nd it. While piecing together the clues to fi nd 

the missing monkey shoe they inadvertently help 

uncover a mysterious plot involving Edie’s father, 

a brilliant inventor. Hey, between us, I confess to 

being a tidy freak, so perhaps there’s a bit of me 

in Edie Amelia Sparks... 

Did you love reading from young? How do 

you start children reading? 

When I was little I didn’t have a telly but I had 

loads of books. My parents are academics but 

they are not book snobs, so when I was a child I 

read everything from Roald Dahl to Enid Blyton 

and made a lifelong 

friend in books. I 

encourage children to 

read anything, from 

comics to poetry. 

Whatever they love to 

read is perfect! 

How do you 

strike a balance 

between books and 

entertainment with 

your children? 

Well, it’s a battle 

isn’t it! Reading 

time before bed is 

sacrosanct but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t 

challenged daily by the spectre of the 

household TV. My new year’s resolution is to 

make them watch less. 

As Edie Amelia is for children 7+ and 

your kids are too young to read it yet, 

what are they reading or being read? 

I’m currently reading Edie Amelia And Th e 

Monkey Shoe Mystery to my daughter aloud, 

but she’s on the verge of reading chapter 

books herself which is really exciting. My 

boys love so many diff erent books but their 

current favourites are We’re Going On A 

Bear Hunt, Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do 

You See and the Tilly and Friends series. I 

love reading poetry aloud to my children. 

Look out for Down the Back Of the Chair by 

Margaret Mahy and Balloon Lagoon and the 

Magic Islands of Poetry by Adrian Mitchell. 

Can you give us an idea of Edie Amelia’s 

next big adventure? 

Edie Amelia’s next adventure involves a hot 

air balloon, a mysterious virus and a fi eld full 

of llamas. 

Edie Amelia and the Monkey Shoe Mystery 

is published by Macmillan, AU$12.99, 

ISBN 9780330424189.

THE GIRLS’ HOLIDAY BOOK AND 

THE BOYS’ HOLIDAY BOOK 

Leave the electronic gadgets at home. These 

books fi lled with puzzles, DIY tasks and 

games to play indoors and out for boys and 

girls will keep the six to 10 year olds occupied 

meaningfully on holiday. It’s a must-pack item. 

Allen & Unwin, AU$9.99, ISBN 9781742372808 

and 9781742372792. 

GOBLIN AT THE BEACH 

In the latest in the series, Gibblewort the goblin 

goes off to the beach where his fun in the sun 

is soon ended with hot sand, sun cream and an 

angry shark. This entertaining story is sure to 

appeal to six to eight year olds. Random House, 

AU$9.95, ISBN 9781864719550. 

DOG HEAD 

What happens when you get bitten by a stray 

dog in a graveyard? Well, if you’re Jack Bootle- 

Caduggan and you’re under a family curse, 

you could turn into Anubis, the Egyptian god 

of the dead. Could he still manage to win the 

long-distance run? For 10 to 14 year olds. Pan 

Macmillan, AU$14.99, ISBN 9780330451536. 

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While being entertained through quizzes, 

projects and craft ideas such as growing your 

own vegies, starting a worm farm and making 

recycled paper, young readers will learn about 

climate change, habitat destruction and how 

they can help the planet. Melbourne University 

Publishing, AU$29.99, ISBN 9780522855395. 

SPOT GOES TO THE PARK, 

SPOT GOES TO THE FARM 

The world’s most lovable puppy created by 

illustrator Eric Hill 30 years ago continues 

to charm with its simple story and colourful 

illustrations. Expect new stories, re-originated 

editions and a special teal-coloured foiled 

30th anniversary edition of Where’s Spot? 

this year. For three to six year olds. Warne, 

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Front 

Row. 

From Australia’s Grand Slam to cricket 

and cycling, we round up the hottest 

tickets on the sports calendar 

WORDS RACHEL FARNAY JACQUES 

As the Australian Open 

returns to Melbourne 

from 18 to 31 January, we 

ask Wayne Spencer, the 

tournament’s Chief of 

Offi cials, what it takes to get 

the best seat in the house. 

How do you become an 

international chair umpire? 

You start as a linesperson at local 

tournaments, then progress through the 

various stages of education and training to 

offi ciate at the best tournaments in the world, 

including Grand Slams. 


What are the costs involved? 

There are no costs involved 

with training and education. 

However, offi cials in the early 

stages fund their own travel and 

are able to apply for grants. 

What makes you a 

good umpire? 

The best umpires have 20/20 

vision coupled with excellent powers 

of concentration. They also possess strong 

interpersonal skills, awareness, knowledge 

of rules and regulations, team orientation, 

fl exibility where appropriate, a calm nature 

and consistency. 

What is the most challenging aspect? 

Coping with the long periods away from home, 

constant pressure to perform at the highest 

level day after day, and “life after tennis”. 

How is technology like the Hawk-Eye 

system changing umpiring? 

Umpires have taken the introduction of 

Hawkeye as a positive aid and a challenge. 

How do you manage an irate player? 

While there is a Grand Slam Code of Conduct, 

it’s best to solve problems before going 

through the formal process. There’s also on 

court penalties (points, games and possible 

default) and post-match monetary fi nes. 

Can Serena Willams and 

Rafael Nadal rule the 

courts again? 

GAME ON 

For thrilling spectator sports, head to these 

top events coming up. 

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You’ll wince as the gloves come off at 

the world’s premier mixed martial arts 

championship at Sydney’s Acer Arena on 21 

February. Watch the world’s greatest mixed 

martial artists use a mixture of disciplines 

— from Greco-Roman wrestling and judo, 

to kickboxing and karate — against their 

opponent in an eight-sided “cage”. Call 

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Women take the lead in this event at 

Melbourne’s Albert Park, which raises funds 

for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. 

Individuals and teams take up the challenge on 

Sunday, 31 January to swim, cycle and run a 

choice of three courses — short, medium and 

long; there’s even a kids’ and male fun run. 

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Oval and the WACA from 22 to 31 January. 

Th e action continues with the KFC Twenty20 

Internationals from 5 to 23 February, and the 

Commonwealth Bank Series v West Indies 

from 7 to 19 February. Check www.cricket. 

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STAR STRUCK 

NATALIE BASSINGTHWAIGHTE 

18 JANUARY 2010

With a solo album, a feature 

fi lm and regular TV hosting gig 

last year alone, there seems 

to be no stopping the multitalented 

entertainer Natalie 

Bassingthwaighte 

WORDS KATHY BUCHANAN 

She’s 

a sexy acting, singing and 

dancing machine. Former 

country girl Natalie Bassingthwaighte is 

currently hosting Australia’s So You Think You 

Can Dance, starring in the hotly anticipated 

Underbelly 3 and has had a number 1 debut 

album 1000 Stars. Triple threat, anyone? 

Running an hour late from a photoshoot 

in central Sydney, Bassingthwaighte, 34, 

rushes madly into the trendy Bambini Trust 

restaurant, plonks down into a chair and 

says, “Sorry, today is absolutely crazy.” She 

pauses for a second to shake my hand, then 

immediately grabs the menu — not even 

noticing the admiring looks she’s getting in her 

cool black top and skinny jeans — adding “I’m 

absolutely starving!” 

Fifteen minutes later, while chomping into 

a seafood salad, this Aussie blue-eyed blonde 

hasn’t stopped talking enthusiastically about 

the exciting year ahead. The petite star, 

standing at just 1.61cm, grew up in Wollongong, 

New South Wales, spending weekends helping 

out at her nearby grandparents’ sheep farm. 

“Actually, we played at the farm more than 

worked. Jumping on haystacks, riding around 

on motorbikes and catching sheep. It was a big 

part of our time growing up,” she explains. 


backstage on So You Think 

You Can Dance 

STAR STRUCK 

NATALIE N BASSINGTHWAIGHTE 


STAR STRUCK 

NATALIE NATALIE BASSINGTHWAIGHTE 

Bassingthwaighte was performing 

from a young age. “I was singing every 

day,” she says. “I’d put on shows for 

anyone who wanted to watch, and even 

when they didn’t I made them sit there 

and watch, yell ‘Sssssh!’ and charge 20 

cents to watch a show. 

“I remember my sisters and friend singing 

“Let’s Hear It For The Boy” from Footloose 

at the Narrabeen Caravan Park. Of course, 

I was the boss so I was the main girl. I put it 

all together and I always had to be the lead.” 

She laughs self-effacingly, “Nothing’s 

changed there!” 

But singing wasn’t always her dream. “When 

I was 12 and dating this boy, we thought that 

we were going to get married and have a farm 

and raise sheep and pigs together. It’s funny 

how you look back and think I’d never do that 

— I’d never have the strength or the guts [to 

be a farmer],” she says. 

This multi-talented performer and 

workaholic fi rst broke onto our TV screens as 

“evil” Izzy Hoyland, who stirred up trouble on 

the soapie Neighbours for more than three 

years. Then Bassingthwaighte emerged as 

the singing temptress in the platinum-selling 

Natalie Bassingthwaighte performing with 

Rogue Traders at the 2008 Allan Border 

Medal presentation 



with co-star 

Dieter Brummer 

in Underbelly 3 

electro-rock act the Rogue Traders. All the 

while she appeared in stage musicals, scoring 

lead roles as Sandy in Grease and Ariel in 

Footloose, thanks to earlier experience in 

smaller roles in Rent and Chicago. 

In 2008, Bassingthwaighte released her fi rst 

book, Sistahood: A Journal of Self-Discovery 

(ABC Books), co-authored with her younger 

sister Nicky Moore, which is aimed at helping 

tweens boost their self-esteem. “I’m the 

second youngest of four sisters and family is 

really important to me. That will never change. 

I’m really lucky. Mum and dad and my sisters 

have always been really supportive. Funnily 

enough it’s dad who is the one who collects 

everything since I started when I was about 

10 — newspaper and magazine articles, DVDs 

and CDs — absolutely everything!” 

Photo: Getty Images

STAR STRUCK 


Bassingthwaighte relishes 

her multi-hyphenate career 


In 2009 she released her number 1 debut 

solo album 1000 Stars and starred in the 

indie thriller/horror fl ick Prey. This year she’s 

fulfi lling her third year hosting Network Ten’s 

So You Think You Can Dance. “I love SYTYCD — 

it is such a great opportunity to support young 

talent. They’re all so fantastically talented and 

we all get really close.” 

She’s also looking forward to her “juicy 

role” in Network Nine’s hotly anticipated 

Underbelly 3: The Golden Mile. This time it’s set 

in Sydney’s gritty underworld in Kings Cross 

chronicling the years between 1989 and 1995, 

and Bassingthwaighte plays the wife to the 

policeman played by actor Dieter Brummer. 

“I’m really lucky that I get paid to do what I 

love,” she says enthusiastically. “Growing up, 

it was a goal to enjoy what I did and I wasn’t 

exactly sure what that was, but I embraced 

every opportunity that came along.” 

Despite her busy schedule, she loves 

spending time with family. Bassingthwaighte 

says she can’t wait to have lots of babies, 

although for now she’s loving being an aunt 

and living with her partner of more than 

three years, Cameron McGlinchey, a former 

bandmate from Rogue Traders. 

GROWING UP, 

IT WAS A GOAL TO 

ENJOY WHAT I DID... 

I EMBRACED EVERY 

OPPORTUNITY 

THAT CAME ALONG 

Photo: Steve Baccon

STAR STRUCK 


In her time off, Bassingthwaighte loves 

going for big hikes, working out with a 

personal trainer or treating herself to a 

massage. She says she doesn’t have time 

for a hobby, but is determined to get one 

this year. “We always go out to eat so 

I’m going to learn to cook,” she says happily. 

“I love to eat!” 

When asked “How do you think your best 

friend would describe you?”, she giggles and 

instantly grabs her mobile. “Shall we ring 

him?” she laughs mischievously. Seconds 

later she’s talking to Todd O’Mara, 34, who 

also works in the business as an agent and 

has been her best friend for the past 29 years. 

They met at primary school and starred 

opposite each other in the school production 

of Peter Pan. This former Tinkerbell giggles 

and reports, “He says I’m funny, generous, 

excitable and an extremist.” 

Life is certainly busy for this down-to-earth 

performer. But no matter where her work 

takes her, home is where the heart is. “The 

truth is, I love everything about my life but I’m 

like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. I truly believe 

there’s no place like home.” 


Nearmy 


Image/Tracey 

arrives at the IF 

AAP 

(Inside Film) Awards 

in Sydney, 2009 Photo: 

NATALIE 

BASSINGTHWAIGHTE’S 

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MELBOURNE 

I live in Melbourne and love everything about 

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morning breakfasts with my boyfriend, Cam. I 

love the tree-lined streets and the village feel, 

the culture and art scene, and the cafés with 

the best coff ee in the world. 

THAILAND 

Th is is just a beautiful place and so cheap. You 

can go to a day spa and get loads of massages 

and facials for AU$50 and not feel guilty. It’s 

the best. Th e people are beautiful and the food 

is fantastic. 

MARGARET RIVER 

It’s stunning and packed with relaxing beaches 

and great wine. It’s a beautiful place to have a 

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WORLD BUSKER FESTIVAL 


CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: A hula 

hoop workshop for kids; living statue 

The Stewardess; the Acrobuffos 

offer a smorgasbord of talents 

OPPOSITE: Jodi Wright

The 

As the 17th World Buskers Festival 

descends upon Christchurch, we 

fi nd out what makes the event a 

crowd favourite time and again 

WORDS WENDY DUNLOP 

city of Christchurch can 

justifi ably claim to be the 

busker capital of Australasia and a 

magnet to street performers from all 

over the world. For 17 years, the World 

Buskers Festival has lured visitors and 

residents to city streets every January 

to be entertained by the wild, the wacky, 

the whimsical and occasionally, the wicked. 

After researching busker festivals in the 

USA and Canada, festival director Jodi Wright 

established the event in 1993. Since then 

she has sourced its sponsors, gathered its 

performers and guided its development to 

award-winning status in 2009. 

Casting aside a reputation for conservative 

tastes, Christchurch residents have 

consistently voted the World Buskers Festival 

as their favourite event. Entertaining 300,000 

people during the 10-day/11-night extravaganza 

with 500 performances at 14 different venues, 

the festival is fun, free and a licence to laugh. 

It’s also now among the top fi ve in the world, 

attracting 400 applications internationally. 

Securing an invitation is considered a coup 

by performers. Like a busker bounty hunter, 

Wright scours the world to sign the best 

jugglers, contortionists, aerialists, acrobats, 

clowns, comics, impressionists, sideshow 

artists and living statues. “I want timing, 

skill, ability and the unusual, plus variety and 

humour that will translate across different 

ages and cultures,” Wright says. 

Performers for the event, which runs 

from 21–31 January, hail from Argentina, 

Japan, USA, Canada, UK, Australia and the 

Netherlands, as well as home-grown acts by 

some of New Zealand’s fi nest and funniest. 

“Every year I get a bit 

nervous about how I’m 

going to pull together 

a line-up that’s as 

good if not better than 

the previous year,” 

Wright admits. Because 

Christchurch audiences 

still like to see their 

favourite performers but 

also want to be introduced 

to new talent, a musical venue 

has been introduced this year to 

broaden the depth and diversity of 

the festival. 

In 2010, Mario Queen of the Circus (aka 

Clarke McFarlane), returns from the USA to 

wow audiences again. With a performance 

described by the New York Times as “eccentric 

humour and playful bawdiness,” the world’s 

biggest Queen fan has combined virtuoso 

juggling to the accompaniment of “Another 

One Bites the Dust”. 

New acts include several award-winning 

artists previously with Cirque du Soleil and 

the Big Apple Circus. The USA’s Barry Lubin 

brings his lovable Jewish alter ego, “Grandma” 

to Christchurch. A graduate of Clown College 

with a long-term circus career, his exquisite 

timing and miming is so much more than a 

man in a red dress and curly grey hair. “It’s 

about doing the unexpected,” he says. 

The Acrobuffos are also newcomers 

to Christchurch. Self-described “global 

laughmakers, street players and knockabout 

philosophers”, they present a smorgasbord 

of juggling, mask playing and a volatile brand 

of theatre entitled “Waterbombs” — hardly 

surprising given that Acrobuffos Seth Bloom 

and Christina Gelsone met while teaching 

circus performance in Afghanistan. 

Canada’s Duo Hoops are characterised 

by one enormous hula hoop, two eccentric 

personalities and absurd humour. While their 

signature item is the hula hoop which the pair 

swivels in unison, multiple hoops of all sizes 

are used to mesmerise audiences of all ages. 

As the “Strongest Lady Alive”, Australia’s 

Betty Brawn delivers her incredible feats 

of strength with style and grace. In her 

fi nest moment, she hoists two grown men 

simultaneously and spins them in her version 

of the “Human Carousel”. 

The World Buskers Festival will also host 

The Stewardess from the Netherlands. Bright 

orange in appearance, she’s the creation of 

Tukkers Connexion and was named World 

Champion Living Statue at the 2009 World 

Statues Event in the Netherlands. 

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Among the New Zealand contingent 

of performers is Michèle A’Court, a wellknown 

comedian, writer, actress, blogger, 

columnist and witty observer of New 

Zealand life and times. “In my line of work 

you get a probationary period of around 

90 seconds before the audience lets you know 

if they want to keep you on,” she says. 

Fortunately Christchurch busker audiences 

have become increasingly conversant with 

participating, applauding, heckling and 

“hatting” (donations). A’Court says of the 

experience: “I’m new to busking and totally 

enchanted by it. It’s not the most money I’ve 

ever earned, but it’s the cleanest, most honest 

bag of cash I’ve ever handled. I do my schtick 

and people decide what that is worth to them.” 

At the various venues or “pitches” 

throughout the CBD and suburbs, daytime 

performances cater to most age groups, while 

after-dark performances are rated for adults 

or have themes such as the Fire Show. There 

is also a dedicated “Busker Kid Pitch” in the 

Botanic Gardens featuring entertainment that 

is tailor-made for children and families. 

The real busker buzz is seeing people from 

all walks of life just turning up and having fun 

on the footpath, whether they are bemused, 

amused, bewildered or captivated. “I’m proud 


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Travel straight to 

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WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY 

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From 

atop Mount Wellington, I can 

see Hobart sitting picture 

perfect on the edge of the dark blue Derwent 

River. Australia’s southern-most capital is 

defi ned by water — deep in the harbour and 

fresh from the mountain. 

Hobart’s waterfront, a busy confi guration 

of docks, piers, wharfs and terminals, is 

collectively called Sullivans Cove. Once the 

warehouses, factories and slums of yesteryear, 

it’s today bounded by exquisitely restored 

rows of red-roofed sandstone buildings and 

is the casually sophisticated heart of this city 

by the sea. 

I begin my tour of this maritime gem by 

delving deep into Hobart’s watery belly on a 

guided walking tour of the town’s rivulet. The 

Hobart Rivulet Tour is a unique 90 minutes 

focusing on the very stream that provided 

the original settlers with life-sustaining fresh 

water; it now lies hidden under the CBD in a 

1km stretch of interconnecting tunnels. 

We are led into a yawning cavern and wait 

for our eyes to adjust to the subterranean 

darkness. A bend in the drain means there’s 

no light at the end of this stretch of tunnel 

and the group instinctively huddles together 

before our guide’s torch fl ickers to life. She 

sweeps the light across a gallery of colourful 

graffi ti and begins to explain the historical 

signifi cance of this fresh water, the source of 

which is found in springs high up on Mount 

Wellington. Stepping gingerly over slippery 

patches of slime, our guide leads us further 

into the depths, pointing out archways and 

spooky side tunnels whose convict labour 

heritage is evident in century-old thumbprints 

left in the brickwork. 


After the tunnels I’m 

keen to get a good lungful 

of Tassie’s famous fresh air, 

and join Hobart Paddle for 

a kayak from nearby Sandy 

Bay Beach into Sullivans 

Cove. With considerably 

less fanfare than the maxi 

yachts received after the 

recent Sydney to Hobart 

race, we cross the watery 

fi nishing line enroute to the 

sheltered waters of the docks, 

passing the historic suburb of 

Battery Point. Slipping quietly 

under piers and gangways like 

a covert SAS operation (save

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AND SLUMS OF YESTERYEAR, IT’S TODAY 

BOUNDED BY EXQUISITELY RESTORED ROWS 

OF RED-ROOFED SANDSTONE BUILDINGS 

CLOCKWISE: Explore Sandy Bay Beach to 

Sullivans Cove by kayak; head underground 

to discover the city’s original water source; 

take the elegant Lady Nelson out for a sail 

HOT SPOT 

HOBART 


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of course for the “look at me, look at me” 

yellow of our kayaks), it’s a genuine treat 

to be able to come right up alongside the 

trawlers, yachts and replica wooden masted 

sailing ships moored in the wharf. 

After some instructions, we’re left to 

explore the wharf for several hours while 

our guide slips quietly away and collects 

lunch from a fl oating fi sh-and-chip shop. 

We’re soon tucking into the catch-of-theday 

without having to even get out of our 

kayaks; it doesn’t get much better than 

this. There’s something about the sea and 

an open horizon — having endless space 

in front of the eyes — that soothes the 

mind, enables it to soften a little at the 

edges and let go of some of life’s clutter. 

There’s not quite the same serenity 

in a souped-up lifeboat cresting a 

5m swell that’s come straight out of 

the lower latitudes somewhere near 

Antarctica. I’m on a Bruny Wildlife 

Adventure tour, a foray into the 

Southern Ocean in a high-powered 

speedboat, and loving it. All of a 

sudden, the horizon shifts violently, 

and my white-knuckled grip is accompanied 

by involuntary “woo-hooing” as the boat free 

falls into the trough of another wave. 

When seas are calm, the captain lingers 

alongside a bustling seal colony and the boat 

“threads the needle” between soaring cliffs and 

pillars of Jurassic-era dolerite jutting vertically 

from the sea. Whales are commonly spotted 

and photo opportunities abound. The tour is a 

full-day affair, involving a massive catamaran, 

mini bus and high-powered speedboat; talks 

from enthusiastic and informative guides; 

a restaurant-cum-gallery stopover; and a 

gourmet cheese and salmon platter. 

The next day, with nothing booked, I wander 

over to the docks again and happen across 

Rod, driver and proprietor of Hobart’s only 

water taxi service. “I’m an on-call cab like 

your standard issue, four-wheel job parked 

over there on the street you see, but I’ve also 

put together my own little best bits tour that, 

for a set price, can take people around the 

river and port,” he explains. 

I jump aboard for an impromptu budget 

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The 

Hobart waterfront is great for 

strolling; check out Tasmanian 

Museum’s exhibitions; shop at 

Salamanca Market 

ON SOLID GROUND 

Hobart Maritime Museum 

Explore Hobart’s rich maritime history, 

including stories of whaling, early explorers, 

convict settlers and the role of sailing and 

steamships. Cnr Argyle and Davey Sts, 

tel: +61 (3) 6234 1427 

Shipwright’s Arms Hotel 

Known as “Shippies” to locals, this authentic 

English-style pub with accommodation upstairs 

serves great seafood and features a sail-shaded 

beer garden and walls decked with sailing 

imagery and memorabilia. 29 Trumpeter St, 

Battery Point, tel: +61 (3) 6223 5551 

Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery 

New to the museum is its “Islands to Ice” 

exhibition telling the story of polar exploration 

and Australia’s role in expeditions. 40 

Macquarie St, tel: +61 (3) 6211 4177 

Mount Wellington Mountain Bike Descent 

Get driven to the top of the mountain, then 

you’re given a bike so you can zoom your 

own way down. Experience the thrill of 

mountain bike riding without the pain and 

strain normally associated with getting to the 

top. Island Cycle Tours caters for all ages and 

experiences. Tel: +61 (3) 6228 4255 

Salamanca Market 

Hobart’s Saturday morning ’til afternoon 

market attracts thousands with its food, music, 

arts and crafts, collectables and clothing. 

Salamanca Place, tel: +61 (3) 6238 2843 

HOT SPOT 

HOBART 


HOT SPOT 

HOBART 

tour of Rod’s best bits, which includes a good 

look at the Tasman Bridge and the full story of 

how part of it came crashing down in 1975. In 

the middle of a story about a pod of dolphins 

jumping clear out of the water across the stern 

of his boat, he cries, “Look over there!” I turn 

just in time to see a magnifi cent sea eagle 

spread its huge metre-long wings and pluck an 

unsuspecting fi sh from the river just metres 


from our little craft. I’m gobsmacked and Rod 

is grinning like he’d planned it all along. 

Four jam-packed days later I’m rounding out 

my time in Hobart as it began — with another 

look at what is surely one of Australia’s most 

picturesque capitals from Mount Wellington’s 

1,200m peak. I haven’t driven a car, had to 

chew my air, or fi lter my water for four days and 

feel all the better for it. What’s more, everything 

From 1,200m to 

sea level with 

Mountain Descent 

FIND IT 

Hobart Rivulet Tours 

Tasmanian Travel and 

Information Centre, cnr 

Davey and Elizabeth Sts, 

tel: 1800 990 440 

Hobart Paddle 

Marieville Esplanade, 

tel: +61 (3) 6257 0500 

Bruny Wildlife 

Adventure 

Hobart Cruise Centre, 

Brooke Street Pier, 

Sullivans Cove, 

tel: +61 (3) 6231 5115 

Hobart Yellow Water Cab 

Watermans Dock, 

tel: +61 (0) 407 036 268 

I’ve done has been walking distance from a 

waterfront hotel. I tip my helmeted head to the 

people of Hobart before zooming down to sea 

level on my mountain bike. 

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PEOPLE 

AUSTRALIANS OF THE YEAR 

Each 

year, our nation celebrates the 

achievement and contribution 

of outstanding Aussies through the Australian 

of the Year Awards and 2010 marks the 50th 

anniversary of this proud tradition. We talk 

to award recipients and 2010 hopefuls about 

their perfect Australia Day. 

Danielle 

Catanzariti 

Actor 

South Australia 

Young Australian 

of the Year 2010 

Danielle was bitten 

by the acting bug 

at the age of 10 and 

scored the lead role alongside Toni Collette in 

Hey, Hey It’s Esther Blueburger. She was also 

hand-picked by Cate Blanchett to star in the 

play, Blackbird. In 2008, Catanzariti received 

the AFI Young Actor Award. 

How will you celebrate Australia Day 

this year? 

I’ll be lucky enough to celebrate Australia Day 

in Canberra with the other fi nalists. 

Favourite Australia Day activity? 

I’ve been to a few Australia Day breakfasts 

near the river in my local town of Murray 

Bridge, which I love. 


We talk to local heroes 

about their idea of a 

true blue Aussie day 

WORDS VANESSA MULQUINEY 

What does Australia Day mean to you? 

It’s a good way of saying thank you for all the 

beautiful things Australia has given us as a 

multicultural society. 

Jonty Bush 


of the Year 2008 

At the age of 21, 

Jonty Bush had 

to deal with the 

murder of her 

younger sister 

and the death of 

her father in a violent attack. Bush became 

a volunteer with the Queensland Homicide 

Victim’s Support Group and was later 

appointed CEO. She has since led the push for 

a review into the laws surrounding murder and 

manslaughter. She also developed the “One 

Punch Can Kill” campaign, which has been 

adopted by the Queensland Government. 

Photo: Getty Images 

How will you celebrate Australia Day? 

I’m looking forward to the awards in Canberra 

without the trepidation and excitement of 

being a nominee. Being part of such a largescale 

event with so much positive energy is 

always a great way to kick the year off. 

Favourite Australia Day memories? 

Last year’s events and celebrating in my 

hometown of Brisbane: friends in the 

backyard, enjoying steaks, prawns and a 

cold beer while listening to Triple J’s Hottest 

100 countdown. 


Australia Day is the time to celebrate what’s 

great about our place and our people.

Julian 

Burton OAM 

Charity founder 

South Australia 

Australian of the 

Year 2010 

After Burton 

suffered lifethreatening 

injuries 

in the 2002 Bali bombings, he was inspired to 

give back and help others. In 2003, he founded 

the Julian Burton Burns Trust, Australia’s 

fi rst national community organisation solely 

committed to prevention, care and research 

associated with burn injury. 


With family and friends at a barbecue by 

a beach on the south coast near Goolwa, 

Aldinga or Carackalinga — what could be 

better than that? 

Favourite Australia Day memories? 

Australia Day 2009 was fantastic. I celebrated 

at the beach with family and friends. The 

barbie was fi ring, the drinks were on ice, 

families were playing beach cricket and 

swimming — all the great Aussie activities! 


I celebrate how fortunate we are; we have 

a beautiful country, a great health system, 

freedom and endless opportunities. 

Pierre 

Johannessen 

Disadvantaged 

youth campaigner 

ACT Young 


Year 2010 

For 27-year-old 

Johannessen, 

basketball is more 

than just a game, it’s a way to change the 

world. In 2007, Johannessen travelled to 

Bangladesh where he and three others 

Busy Sydney Harbour is the epicentre 

of many Australia Day activities 

INSET TOP/BOTTOM: Crowds gather in 

South Perth for the fi reworks display; 

Sydney’s spectacular fi reworks 

light up the harbour 

established Big Bang Ballers, a basketball 

tournament. Big Bang Ballers is now an 

Australian-based organisation that uses 

basketball to tackle youth poverty and 

social disadvantage. 


On Australia Day eve, Big Bang Ballers will 

be running two Australia Day basketball 

camps. I’ll also be spending time with my 

family with the customary barbecue by Lake 

Burley Griffi n. 


You can’t beat being on the lawns of 

Parliament House — the view is spectacular 

and the music accompanies the colours and 

festivities perfectly. 


I wasn’t born in Australia, so being able to 

celebrate my adopted nation, which has 

provided so many wonderful opportunities, is 

a special moment. 

PEOPLE 

AUSTRALIANS OF THE YEAR 


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PEOPLE 

AUSTRALIANS AUSTRALIANS OF THE YEAR 

BIRTHDAY PARTIES 

NOT TO MISS! 

BRISBANE 

Scream for your favourite vermin at the 

Australian Cockroach Races at Story Bridge 

Hotel. Races begin at noon and festivities 

continue long after the last scuttle for a 

dark corner. Entry is a gold coin donation. 

PERTH 

All eyes will be looking skyward as the 

Lotterywest Skyworks bursts into action for 30 

minutes above the Swan River at 9pm. Free. 

SYDNEY 

Head to Darling Harbour for free 

entertainment 11.30am–9pm, with 

performances by Australian Idol winner Stan 

Walker and a fi reworks spectacular. Come 

hungry to Herefords Great Aussie BBQ at 

Hyde Park North, when chefs will fi re up the 

barbie with Hereford beef. Free at 10am–5pm. 

ADELAIDE, TORQUAY BEACH, 

MOOLOOLABA, SYDNEY, PERTH 

Raise money for your local Nippers club and 

make a splash with your infl atable thong in 

the 5th Annual Havaianas Australia Day Th ong 

Challenge. 9am. AU$25 if you register online at 

www.havaianasthongchallenge.com.au 


Trisha 

Broadbridge 

Victoria Young 


Year 2006 

After losing her 

husband Troy 

Broadbridge in 

the 2004 tsunami, 

Trisha joined forces 

with the Reach Foundation to establish the 

Reach Broadbridge Fund. With the help of the 

Melbourne Football club, Trisha established 

The Broadbridge Education Centre on Phi Phi 

Island in Thailand. 


There’s always an Australia Day barbecue 

to attend! 


I love going to the St Kilda Botanical Gardens 

in Melbourne. 


We’re lucky to be Australians. I’ve always been 

proud of being Australian and even more so 

after the tsunami, when Australians came 

together to support our neighbours. 

Tania Major 


of the Year 2007 

Since being the 

youngest elected to 

ATSIC three years 

ago, Tania has been 

a role model for 

Indigenous youth. 


I’ll be home in Cairns. I love being with my 

friends on Australia Day, we’ll have a barbecue 

and then go out in the evening. 

Favourite Australia Day memory? 

Last year, I was privileged to be part of a 

citizenship awards event in Cairns with people 

who are making our community a better place. 


It’s a great day to talk openly about who we 

are, our history, what we can do better and 

how we can share more. 

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Stunning bay views, rolling green 

hills and a historic tourist railway are 

all part of the ride on the Bellarine 

Peninsula’s idyllic Rail Trail 

WORDS DENISE MOONEY 

PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN GRAHAM

If 

sitting in gridlocked traffi c for hours 

isn’t your idea of a relaxing weekend, the 

Bellarine Peninsula beckons. Here you’ll fi nd 

one of Victoria’s hidden gems, a 32km rail 

trail linking the Victorian port town of Geelong 

with the picturesque resort of Queenscliff. The 

trail follows the route of the former Peninsula 

railway line, built in 1879 to ferry the military 

stationed at Fort Queenscliff. These days, 

thankfully, it’s a lot quieter around here. 

From Melbourne’s Southern Cross station, 

the trail is accessible via the V/Line train line 

to South Geelong station, with the trip taking 

about an hour. Most trains will allow bikes to 

be stored on board but avoid rush hour or 

you might have to wait for a later service. The 

start of the trail is a little underwhelming as 

we make our way through suburban Geelong, 

but soon we’re happily riding through market 

gardens and parkland. Much of the ride to 

Leopold is lined with red gums providing 

plenty of shade on hot days. There are few 

steep gradients and the path is unsealed in 

parts, so there’s a welcome absence of “road 

racers” on weekends. 

From South Geelong station, it’s a short 

ride along Strong Street to connect with the 

trail. It’s a great feeling to be off-road and 

getting some fresh air into our lungs. The 

only traffi c you have to watch out for here is 

fellow cyclists, joggers and dog-walkers. The 

steady climb through Melbourne’s hinterland 

to the sleepy township of Leopold is the 

only uphill section of the trail. After crossing 

Portarlington Road, you’ll catch glimpses of 

Corio Bay and panoramic views across the 

water to the granite peaks of the You Yangs. 

TOP TO BOTTOM: Admire the 

historical buildings lining the 

streets of Queenscliff; the entire 

family can cycle the Rail Trail; 

take a breather on the jetty of 

Queenscliff Harbour 

OPPOSITE: A heritage steam 

train runs alongside the Rail Trail 

several times a week 

The Friends of Bellarine Rail Trail, a group 

of volunteers who undertake revegetation 

programs along the route, have thoughtfully 

built and installed benches and picnic tables 

at various points along the trail, handy for 

taking a breather at the top of a slightly taxing 

hill. You don’t need to be super fi t to cycle 

this trail — it only takes about three hours 

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THE HUMBLE VINTAGE 

Matthew Hurst 

Watch out for wildlife as you 

ride in the midst of nature 

INSET: Take a break at the old 

Suma Park station near 

the vineyards 

Whether he’s in New York, Berlin or Buenos 

Aires, Matthew Hurst likes to get about town 

on a bicycle. “I’ve rented bikes every time I’ve 

gone travelling, often for a week or 10 days 

at a time.” On his return to Melbourne, he 

realised options were limited for visitors who 

wanted to do the same. “Most rental bikes are 

uniformly ugly and I thought you should be 

able to rent a nice bike.” 

Th e result was Th e Humble Vintage, a 

bike rental service off ering lovingly restored 

vintage bikes, at reasonable weekly and daily 

rates. Hurst sources his bikes everywhere, 

from eBay to suppliers in regional Victoria and 

friends and family. Right now he has 17 bikes 

in classic vintage styles including fi ve sleek 

vintage racers and three cruisers, also known 

as gentlemen’s bikes. Th ere are ladies’ bikes in 

an assortment of colours such as yellow, baby 

blue and pink, with or without baskets. 

“Everyone loves the bikes and people are 

always asking if they can buy them.” Th e 

28-year-old bicycle enthusiast also publishes 

quarterly visitors’ guides, including maps and 

recommended bike rides with café and bar 

suggestions enroute. With so much choice, 

Hurst rides a diff erent bike every day. “I’m not 

a hardcore cyclist. I never do any mountain 

biking, it’s all about having fun.” 

One of his favourite rides is the Main Yarra 

Trail to the Heide Museum of Modern Art. 

“It’s a relaxing peaceful ride and at the end 

of it there’s one of my favourite galleries in 

Melbourne.” During summer he recommends 

the Bay Trail to Half Moon Bay. “It’s my 

favourite suburban beach and the yacht 

club down there sells cheap drinks. I like to 

stop off and have a couple of beers as the sun 

goes down.” 

Bikes from Th e Humble Vintage can be picked up 

from locations in Melbourne including St Kilda, 

Carlton and the CBD. 

enjoy your surroundings. For nature lovers, 

there’s plenty of wildlife, especially around 

McLeod’s Waterholes, a green oasis in the 

heart of Drysdale. Here, you’ll fi nd more than 

50 different species of native birds and many 

varieties of duck, including the rare blue-billed 

duck and speckled duck. 

The old train line closed in the 1970s but 

the Bellarine Railway operates a tourist line 

between Drysdale and Queenscliff, featuring 

heritage stream trains from all over Australia. 

For the saddle-weary, there’s an option to take 

the picturesque train ride to Queenscliff and 

cycle back to Drysdale. At Drysdale station 

there’s a kiosk with shaded picnic tables. The 

trail is generally well signposted but getting 

out of Drysdale is a little confusing. To get 

your bearings, it’s worth picking up a trail 

map from one of the City of Greater Geelong 

offi ces or visit the Rail Trails Australia website 

(www.railtrails.org.au). 

From Drysdale it’s a slow descent through 

rolling green hills for the last 16km to 

Queenscliff. It’s an idyllic ride and you could 

almost imagine you’re in rural France as you 

pass wineries, an olive grove and a fl ower 

farm. The undisputed highlight of this trail for 

us was the sweeping views of Swan Bay in the 

late afternoon as we reached Point Lonsdale. 

IT’S AN IDYLLIC RIDE FROM DRYSDALE TO 

QUEENSCLIFF AND YOU COULD ALMOST 

IMAGINE YOU’RE IN RURAL FRANCE AS YOU 

PASS WINERIES AND AN OLIVE GROVE 

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The last 5km hugs the bay as it navigates 

coastal plains lined with tea-tree groves and 

stunning waterside views. 

Mark Boyanton, treasurer of Bicycle Users 

Geelong regularly cycles the rail trail, even 

at night. “It’s serenely peaceful. If there’s a 

moon up it’s beautiful and the trees lining the 

path shelter you from the wind.” Boyanton 

recommends the trail for families looking 

for a weekend escape. “It’s a beautiful spot. 

There are no crowds and it’s very safe so it’s 

fantastic for beginners.” 


When you reach the end of the trail at 

Queenscliff, you admire the old steam 

locomotives at the station. Kids will love the 

Thomas the Tank Engine trains, which they can 

take turns learning to drive. Plus, there’s plenty 

to do in the heritage town of Queenscliff with 

its grand 19th-century hotels, fi ne dining and 

fascinating history. You can visit the Maritime 

Museum, browse the shops or take a ferry 

to Sorrento on the opposite side of the bay. 

There are also water sports on offer, including 

snorkelling, surfi ng, kayaking and swimming 

The Black Lighthouse at 

Fort Queenscliff is made of 

unpainted black stone 

FIND IT 

Fort Queenscliff 

Museum 

King St, Queenscliff , 

tel: +61 (3) 5258 1488 

V/Line trains 

Southern Cross station, 

Melbourne, 

tel: +61 (3) 8608 5011 

Th e Humble Vintage 

Flinders Lane, 

Melbourne, 

tel: +61 (0) 432 032 450 

Bellarine Railway 

High St, Drysdale, 

tel: +61 (3) 5258 2069 

City of Greater Geelong 

30 Gheringhap St, 

Geelong, 

tel: +61 (3) 5227 0380 

Queenscliff Maritime 

Museum 

1 Weeroona Pde, 

Queenscliff , 

tel: +61 (3) 5258 3440 

Sea All Dolphin Swims 

Queenscliff Boat 

Harbour, Larkin Pde, 

Queenscliff , 

tel: +61 (3) 5258 3889 

with dolphins. Of course you can always hop on 

your bike, turn around and do it all over again. 

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Honolulu’s Waikiki Beach is where 

you’ll fi nd sun and sea lovers soaking 

up the holiday atmosphere 

OPPOSITE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 

Get a welcome from Duke; be spoilt for 

choice at the markets; fi ll up on fresh 

shrimp; cool down with shaved ice 

Even those on a tight 

budget can enjoy 

10 things to do in 

Hawaii for under $10 

WORDS REBECCA GARROD 

Photo: Photolibrary

Photo: Caroline James 

Photo: Photolibrary 

There’s 

never been a better time 

to ride high in Hawaii 

— and we’re not just talking about big-wave 

surf. The Aussie dollar is rising against the 

US greenback, making this holiday season an 

ideal time to go shopping for bargains in the 

Pacifi c island paradise. 

With just US$10, the savvy shopper can 

fi nd unique souvenirs, clothes and local 

delicacies. And Hawaii’s value extends beyond 

retail therapy. Work your way through this 

list of shoestring budget must-dos to swell 

your suitcase, fi ll your stomach and feed your 

senses. But the best deal of all is Hawaii’s 

natural beauty and warm “aloha” spirit — free 

and always in ample supply. 

1 

Forage for bargains 

at the markets 

Finding souvenirs for friends and family can 

be an expensive exercise. But in Hawaii, you 

can fi nd hundreds of gift ideas at two major 

open-air markets. The Aloha Flea Market is 

Hawaii’s biggest market and stocked full of 

locally made and imported bargains. Stock 

prices are kept low because it attracts more 

than 700 stallholders and manufacturers 

who cannot afford to pay rent in downtown 

Waikiki. It’s common to fi nd “buy two, get 

one free” deals on wallets, clothes, bags and 

watches. This is the locals’ market and traders 

are happy to haggle. After hours, explore the 

International Market Place. Smack-bang in the 

middle of Waikiki, this market place is open all 

day but really comes alive when the sun goes 

down. It has a good range of silver and pearl 

jewellery, boutique labels, carved tiki dolls and 

kitsch Hawaii-themed trinkets. It also has free 

Hawaiian entertainment fi ve nights a week. 

2 

Sip a sunset cocktail at 

the famous Duke’s bar 

It’s impossible to go to Hawaii and not run into 

Duke Kahanamoku. The undisputed father 

of modern surfi ng is a local hero. The iconic 

Duke statue on the foreshore of Waikiki beach, 

his childhood beach, is always adorned with 

fl ower leis. 

A visit to nearby Duke’s Waikiki restaurant 

and bar is a must-do when in Hawaii. It serves 

up fresh seafood, live music, outdoor seating 

and unbeatable beachfront views with its 

mojitos and mai thais. 

3 

Suck a shaved-ice snow 

cone on Waikiki beach 

Shaved ice, a culinary staple in Hawaii, is 

as the name suggests fi nely shaved ice 

Photo: Caroline James Photo: Photolibrary 

topped with your choice of syrups, including 

strawberry, rainbow, root beer, vanilla and 

passionfruit, served high in a paper cup 

with a straw or spoon. Don’t be fooled 

by its simplicity — these ice-babies are 

seriously refreshing. 

4 

RETAIL THERAPY 

HAWAII 

Hike to the top of a 

volcanic crater at Diamond 

Head State Monument 

Hawaii owes its existence to mountains that 

spew lava. The easiest and cheapest way 

to sample the islands’ rich volcanic history 

is to scale 250m Diamond Head, and peer 

inside its jagged cone and barren crater base. 

Diamond Head was previously called Le’ahi 

and reputedly topped with a temple for human 

sacrifi ces. These days, it’s a state park and the 

2.6km round-trip hike — via sections of pitchblack 

tunnel and 271 steps — takes about an 

hour. Take your own water and sunscreen. The 

summit rewards with 360-degree views. 

5 

Eat fresh garlic shrimp 

on the roadside 

If you’re looking for fancy décor, keep driving. 

But what the Windward Coast’s rustic mobile 

shrimp vans lack in ambience, they make 


RETAIL THERAPY 

HAWAII 

up for in fresh, fl avoursome fare at 

budget-friendly prices. Shrimp is pulled 

fresh out of ponds backing the vans’ 

prime positions along the main highway. 

Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck is one of the 

strip’s original vans while Fumi’s Kahuku 

Shrimp makes a mean chilli and garlic shrimp 

plate with rice. 

6 

Scout for world-class 

surfers on the North Shore 

Cruising the North Shore is like entering a 

scene from ’60s surf classic Endless Summer. 

Photogenic surf and reef breaks Waimea, 

Sunset Beach and Pipeline have graced 

every major surfi ng magazine and inspired 

most world surf champions. Their famous 

20m-plus swells lie dormant in the summer 

when the strip is dominated by small crowds 

of sightseers and ice-cream vans. But come 

winter, November to February, the North 

Shore awakens. Professional surfers, media 

and legions of spectators fl ock to watch 

the planet’s best riders face Hawaii’s most 

fearsome walls of water. 

7 

Feed enormous gold fi sh 

at the tranquil Byodo-in 

Buddhist temple 

Byodo-in offers visitors to Oahu welcome 

respite. Built entirely without nails, it’s a scale 

replica of a temple built in Uji, Japan, more 

than 900 years ago. Centrestage is a 6m 

Buddha, thought to be the biggest carved 

Buddha in the world. Guests use a soft 

wooden log, called a shu-moku, to strike a 

3-tonne bronze bell before entering the 

temple. Byodo is surrounded by lush 

gardens and ponds full of gigantic gold fi sh. 

8 

Snorkel with green 

sea turtles 

Metres from the roadside on the North Shore 

is the unmarked Laniakea Beach, home to 

some of Hawaii’s endangered green sea 

turtles. These ancient creatures, named 

honu in Hawaiian, love basking on the sand 

to warm their bodies. There’s no guarantee 


CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: The 

grounds of Byodo-in are regularly 

used for weddings; jump on the 

trolley bus for a city tour on the 

cheap; hands off the sea turtles 

BYODO-IN IS BUILT 

ENTIRELY WITHOUT 

NAILS, IT’S A SCALE 

REPLICA OF A 

TEMPLE BUILT IN 

UJI, JAPAN 

of a sighting, but locals claim you can get upclose 

and personal with a turtle in the shallow 

waters if not on the sand. Bring a snorkel 

and mask for better viewing, but remember: 

humans must not touch the turtles. 

9 

Catch an open-sided 

Waikiki trolley bus 

This bus is an excellent way to get your 

bearings on arrival for about US$10 a day. 

Trolley Bus has four colour-coded routes: 

Historic Honolulu Sightseeing Tour (red), the 

Scenic Honolulu Sightseeing Tour (blue), Ala 

Moana/Waikiki Shopping Shuttle (pink) and 

the Local Honolulu Shopping Shuttle (yellow). 

Stopping at Honolulu’s most popular tourist 

attractions and offering a commentary, the 

trolleys allow patrons to visit more in less time 

by jumping on and off at pre-defi ned stops. 

10 

Visit Hanauma Bay, 

a protected marine area 

and underwater park 

In the crater of an ancient volcano lies this 

pristine snorkelling and scuba diving gem. 

After watching a short fi lm about the area’s 

native creatures and the importance of 

responsible marine behaviour, guests are free 

to swim with the bay’s protected fi sh atop its 

colourful coral playground, some of which is 

more than 7,000 years old. Coconut trees and 

Hanauma’s clean sandy beach complete this 

postcard-perfect scene. 

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BYRON BAY HINTERLAND 

It’s 

a long way down from the sandstone 

escarpment at Minyon Falls to the 

bottom of the densely-wooded gorge. Due to 

the recent rains, the falls are crashing down 

nicely. A rich loamy forest scent fi lters into 

our nostrils. The call of butcher birds breaks 

through the ranks of sentry-straight eucalypts. 

Here in the Nightcap National Park, we feel 

like we’re in the middle of the wilderness — yet 

we’re just a few minutes’ drive from a fabulous 

cup of coffee. 

That’s the joy of the Rainforest Way, the 

scenic route through the Byron Bay hinterland 

that takes in 14 World Heritage-listed national 

parks and more than 650km of scenic 

drives. You can enjoy the glory of verdant 

wilderness, while never straying too far from 

creature comforts. 

At Minyon Falls, for instance, you can take 

an easy stroll along the scenic walk to Boggy 

Creek, or if you’re feeling really energetic, the 

8km loop walk to the base of the falls. Then, to 

reward yourself for your exertions, head for the 

nearby Eltham Valley Pantry. Housed in an 

antique wooden building surrounded by pecan 

orchards, this charming café-restaurant is the 

best place to savour delicious home-cooked 

fare, while the kids run around outside. “We 

use local organic eggs for our breakfasts, we 

bake all our own cakes and desserts, and we 

roast our own coffee to ensure best quality 

and freshness in the cup,” says co-owner, 

Julie Rhodes. 

From here it’s not far to Nimbin, a pretty 

country village that was Australia’s hippie 


From waterfalls and Buddha 

walks to home-roasted 

coffee and handmade 

candles, the Rainforest 

Way of northern New South 

Wales is full of delights 

WORDS UTE JUNKER 

headquarters in the 1970s. You 

will still spot plenty of hangovers 

from the hippy days, including 

the kaleidoscopic murals that line 

Cullen Street, alternative healers 

and shops like Nimbin Organics, 

which stock the best local produce. 

Drop in to try the delicious goat’s 

cheese made at Nimbin Valley Dairy, 

on the outskirts of Nimbin. 

Perhaps Nimbin’s most delightful 

attraction is the Nimbin Candle 

Factory. Housed in an old butter 

factory, this candle producer creates 

gorgeous candles in all colours and 

shapes. Visitors can also see them 

being made the old-fashioned way. 

“There’s nowhere like this, where you can 

walk in and see candles being made,” 

says co-owner Lisa Fry, who explains 

that following traditional methods 

creates better-quality candles. “Our 

candles create light: they burn 

properly, they don’t smoke, they don’t 

have any chemical nasties in them.” 

The new-age spirit can also be 

felt at the Crystal Castle, a 10-acre 

family-friendly destination at nearby 

Montecollum. You don’t have to be 

into alternative therapies to savour 

the castle’s many attractions. “Our 

visitor feedback tells us that most 

people spend between three and 

four hours here,” says owner, 

Naren King. 

Photos: Tourism New South Wales 

Nimbin Valley Dairy’s farmers 

Goat cheese delights

Murwillumbah 


Protestors Falls 

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There’s secluded trails 

to hike and fl owing 

streams to follow 

in the NightCap 

National Park 

Photo: Tourism New South Wales/Hamilton Lund 


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Conway 

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& & the the 

Black Black Sorrows Sorrows 

... the music, the mansion, the moment. 

Legends on the Lawn 

at Werribee Park 

Sunday 21 March 2010 

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Ph: (613) 9742 0903

Kids love undertaking the Kids Quest 

in the Crystal Castle gardens 


There’s plenty to explore, from a range of 

gardens decorated with Buddhist and Hindu 

statues, to beautiful trails such as the Buddha 

walk, shaded by stands of bamboo, to a sacred 

labyrinth that recreates the design of the 

labyrinth at Chartres Cathedral. There are, of 

course, plenty of crystals to admire, including 

Australia’s heaviest crystal (a four-tonne 

pink rose quartz) and its largest — two 3.5m 

amethyst geodes. 

“What we’ve tried to do is create a place 

that enriches the spirit, that lets people step 

off the merry-go-round of their busy lives,” 

King says. “A lot of people enjoy the peaceful 

side, the contemplation, but we also have a 

Kids Quest for the children, that lets them 

explore the entire area to fi nd the answers to 

20 questions.” 

The Crystal Castle is one place to 

contemplate the beauty of nature, another 

is Mount Warning, the extinct volcano whose 

silhouette dominates the horizon. The 

mountain is sacred to the local Bundjalung 

people, who call it Wollumbin, and they 

ask visitors not to climb it. Instead, try 

one of the easy paths through the 

area’s dense rainforest. A good option 

is the Lyrebird Walking Track, a gentle 

stroll through 200m of palm forest 

that fi lters the light into soft shades 

of green. Occasionally, the call 

of a lyrebird will punctuate the 

forest sounds. 

Again, the comforts of civilisation 

are close at hand: from here it’s 

just a short drive to the charming 

Mavis’ Kitchen. This restaurant 

is set in an airy old Queenslander 

home, where mouth-watering 

meals are made with organic 

produce from the restaurant’s 

own garden. 

WHAT WE’VE TRIED TO DO IS 

CREATE A PLACE THAT ENRICHES 

THE SPIRIT THAT LETS PEOPLE 

STEP OFF THE MERRY-GO-ROUND 

OF THEIR BUSY LIVES 

“We’re all about connecting food to the 

garden: what we grow, we pick and we 

use,” says owner Charlie Ebell, who named 

the restaurant after his mum. “We want 

to encourage people to connect with the 

strength and beauty of sustainability.” 

near Protestors Falls 

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Another of the area’s most beautiful 

national parks, the Borders Rangers 

National Park, has also been shaped by 

the land’s ancient and volcanic past. At 

Bar Mountain, you can take a trip into 

prehistory, wandering through a rare forest 

fi lled with more than 2,000-year-old Antarctic 

beeches, or visit Charlie Ebell’s favourite spot 

— the 200m Pinnacle Walk that takes you right 

to the edge of an ancient caldera. 

“You can stand on the rim of this volcano 

and get extraordinary views across to Mount 

Warning, which is often wrapped in mist 

— it’s one of the most beautiful things,” Ebell 

says. “I’ll often take a picnic with me. Just 

remember to pack a jumper — the rainforest 

has its own ecology, and it can get very chilly 

when you’re up that high.” 

At the end of an energetic day, the best 

place to unwind is Ecoasis, where just six 

luxurious chalets are nestled in a verdant 

setting, with Mount Warning watching over 

the horizon. The two-storey chalets offer 

everything from luxurious baths to fullyequipped 

kitchens, but the best way to end 

the day is to have a seafood platter delivered 

to your villa to enjoy out on the deck, watching 

the sun sink behind Mount Warning. 

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Mount Warning 

TOP/BOTTOM: Mount 

Warning is for looking, 

not climbing; the green 

tree frog 

FIND IT 

Eltham Valley Pantry 

713 Boatharbour Rd, 

Eltham, 

tel: +61 (2) 6629 1418 

Nimbin Organics 

50 Cullen St, 

Nimbin, 

tel: +61 (2) 6689 1445 

Nimbin Candle Factory 

Unit 5 Old Butter 

Factory, Nimbin, 

tel: +61 (2) 6689 1010 

Crystal Castle 

81 Monet Drv, 

Mullumbimby, 

tel: +61 (2) 6684 3111 

Mavis’ Kitchen 

64 Mt Warning Rd, Uki, 

tel: +61 (2) 6679 5664 

Ecoasis 

55 Tatyewan St, 

Smiths Creek, Uki, 

tel: +61 (2) 6679 5959

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Take your 4WD right onto the 

sand on Fraser Island 

INSET: Absorb the lushness of 

Litchfi eld National Park 


Get in touch with some good Aussie 

dirt with eight great 4WD trails 

WORDS ANDREW HARRIS 

For inspiration 

off the 

asphalt, Australia 

has thousands of 

kilometres of 4WD 

trails across forest, 

desert and beach. 

Whether you’re after a 

light dusting, a coating of 

sand or a mud bath, there are plenty of 

options waiting to be explored. 

Fraser Island, Queensland 

To experience a World Heritage-listed 

off-road wonderland, take your 4WD on the 

ferry from Hervey Bay to 120km-long Fraser 

Island. Unusually, the island features many 

freshwater lakes, of which Lake McKenzie is 

among the most popular. 

Fraser Island’s challenging terrain affords 

access to abundant wildlife: dingoes,

wallabies, freshwater and loggerhead turtles, 

as well as more than 200 species of birds. To 

spy dolphins and rays, drive north along 75 

Mile Beach. Between August and October, 

see humpback whales playing on their way to 

Hervey Bay. 

You’ll need three days to taste the island’s 

4WD trails. But beware — the soft sands can 

be diffi cult to cross. Always follow someone 

else’s tracks; don’t forge your own. 

Many hire companies specifi cally state 

Fraser Island is a no-go zone for their 

vehicles. The Adventure Centre at Rainbow 

Beach is an exception. Stay at the luxurious 

Kingfi sher Bay Resort, which sports 

swimming pools, a spa retreat and hotel 

rooms or self-contained options. 

Nearest airport: Sunshine Coast. 

Litchfi eld National Park, 

Northern Territory 

Litchfi eld National Park is 

the Northern Territory’s 

hidden secret, only 100km 

south-west of Darwin. It’s 

best driven as a loop from 

the town of Batchelor. 

Soon after entering the 

park, turn off to the bizarre 

magnetic termite mounds, 

then climb up a sandstone 

plateau. Numerous turnoffs 

lead to waterfalls and 

unusually crocodile-free 

swimming holes. The Lost 

City trail is a highlight, 

with its sandstone blocks and 

pillars resembling the ruins of an 

ancient metropolis. 

The trip takes two or three days, assuming 

moderate weather conditions. The best 

time to go is during the dry season (May to 

November), as many of the 4WD trails are 

impassable and closed during the wet. 

Sleep in cabins at the unique Batchelor 

Butterfl y Farm and Tropical Retreat, an 

organic farm and butterfl y sanctuary. 

Nearest airport: Darwin. 

Photo: Tourism NT 

FLY/DRIVE 

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVING 



wallabies, freshwater and loggerhead turtles, 

as well as more than 200 species of birds. To 

spy dolphins and rays, drive north along 75 

Mile Beach. Between August and October, 

see humpback whales playing on their way to 

Hervey Bay. 

You’ll need three days to taste the island’s 

4WD trails. But beware — the soft sands can 

be diffi cult to cross. Always follow someone 

else’s tracks; don’t forge your own. 

Many hire companies specifi cally state 

Fraser Island is a no-go zone for their 

vehicles. The Adventure Centre at Rainbow 

Beach is an exception. Stay at the luxurious 

Kingfi sher Bay Resort, which sports 

swimming pools, a spa retreat and hotel 

rooms or self-contained options. 

Nearest airport: Sunshine Coast. 

Litchfi eld National Park, 

Northern Territory 

Litchfi eld National Park is 

the Northern Territory’s 

hidden secret, only 100km 

south-west of Darwin. It’s 

best driven as a loop from 

the town of Batchelor. 

Soon after entering the 

park, turn off to the bizarre 

magnetic termite mounds, 

then climb up a sandstone 

plateau. Numerous turnoffs 

lead to waterfalls and 

unusually crocodile-free 

swimming holes. The Lost 

City trail is a highlight, 

with its sandstone blocks and 

pillars resembling the ruins of an 

ancient metropolis. 

The trip takes two or three days, assuming 

moderate weather conditions. The best 

time to go is during the dry season (May to 

November), as many of the 4WD trails are 

impassable and closed during the wet. 

Sleep in cabins at the unique Batchelor 

Butterfl y Farm and Tropical Retreat, an 

organic farm and butterfl y sanctuary. 

Nearest airport: Darwin. 

Photo: Tourism NT 

FLY/DRIVE 




The Flinders Ranges is a great 4WD drive 

INSET: Go wild on a “feral feast” at frontier 

town’s Prairie Hotel 

Brachina Gorge: The Flinders 

Ranges, South Australia 

The 20km drive through Brachina Gorge is 

one of South Australia’s most impressive 

sights and is best done in a 4WD. 

On your way to the gorge from Adelaide, 

stop at Wilpena Pound, a gigantic bowl-like 

pile of sheer-sided rock that’s the focal point 

of the Flinders Ranges. To reach Brachina 

Gorge, head north and then west. Travel slowly 

through the dry creek bed at the bottom 

of the gorge so as not to disturb the rare, 

yellow-footed rock wallabies. 

Continue west to Parachilna to stay over at 

the Prairie Hotel and dine on its famous “feral 

mixed grill”, before the scenic six-hour drive 

back to Adelaide the next day. If you leave 

early enough, you’ll see huge carrion birds 

swoop for the night’s road kill. 

Nearest airport: Adelaide. 

Lerderderg State 

Park, Victoria 

Only one hour’s drive from 

Melbourne on the Western 

Highway, the Lerderderg River 

area is truly golden country — a 

9.5kg gold nugget was found here 

in the 1850s. Head north from 

Bacchus Marsh and detour to the 

impressive Lerderderg Gorge, 

carved by the river through slate 

and sandstone. As it’s a water 

catchment area, many roads 

are closed within the state park 

between June and November. 

The adjoining Wombat State 

Forest also offers challenging 4WDing, 

with river crossings and rugged terrain. 

Keep an eye out for logging trucks, as well as 

adrenaline-seeking dirt bikers. 

After tackling all the trails of Wombat and 

Lerderderg, head the 50km or so to Hepburn 

Springs for a rejuvenating dip in the mineral 

pools of Hepburn Spa. 

Nearest airport: Melbourne. 

Little Desert National 

Park, Victoria 

Little Desert National Park conceals more than 

600km of 4WD road and access trails. For the 

most part it requires challenging, remote-area 

driving, but fi rst-time 4WDers will also fi nd 

plenty to suit. 

You’ll need two days to get a real idea of 

what the place is all about and enjoy more 

than 670 native plants and wildfl owers. Drive 

the McDonald Highway (don’t be put off by 

the name, no asphalt here), which will take 

Photos: Andrew Harris 

you to Broughtons Waterhole. From there 

you can continue past the crater and out 

toward Nhill. Meet Victoria’s ecotourism 

warrior Raymond “Whimpey” Reichelt 

at the Little Desert Nature Lodge and 

discover how he has helped conserve 

the malleefowl. 

Nearest airport: Melbourne. 

Mallanganee to Woodenbong, 

New South Wales 

FLY/DRIVE 


An hour-and-a-half inland from Ballina 

is Mallanganee, a sub-tropical rainforest 

gateway off the Bruxner Highway. Start at 

the Richmond Range National Park, where 

the rainforest walk at Cambridge Plateau 

camping area passes through hoop pines, 

Moreton Bay fi gs and giant stinging trees. 

Further along the road, choose between the 

track south of Toonumbar Dam to Afterlee, or 

the Bungdoozle Road, passing through lush 

rainforest and only accessible in dry weather. 

Either way, you’ll end up at the same 

intersection before Toonumbar National Park. 

There, you can take in the views from Murray 

Scrub and Sherwood look-outs, both of which 

are accessible from the Toonumbar Forest 

Drive in the dry. 

Campers are well served by the selection of 

sites in either national park, or exchange the 

leafy silence for the yuppifi ed hippie hamlet of 

Byron Bay, which is only two hours away. 

Nearest airport: Ballina Byron. 

Wisemans Ferry to St Albans, 

New South Wales 

Winding sinuously through the dense Yengo 

National Park, the 25km dirt road from 

Wisemans Ferry to St Albans in the Lower 

Hunter Valley is like a journey into a lost 

wilderness. Huge rocks overhang the road, 

4WD TIPS AND TRICKS 

• Drop tyre pressure for soft and sandy 

driving; too hard and you’ll lose grip. 

• Leave your thumbs out of the steering 

wheel, as it can suddenly spin back and 

injure you. 

• Never exceed 70km/h on gravel roads, so 

you stop in time for wildlife. 

• If your vehicle enters a slide, don’t release 

the brakes; attempt to steer it to a safe stop. 

• Check that your planned route is passable 

with park rangers or your accommodation. 

• Always leave word of your destination and 

expected arrival time. 

• Be prepared with a map, plenty of drinking 

water, a well-serviced car and spare parts. 

• If your car does break down, stay with 

the car and wait for help. 


FLY/DRIVE 

MARGARET RIVER 

dense fern stands line the way and closely 

grown canopy shades the drive. 

Access the drive by taking Settlers Road 

once you’ve crossed the river on the free, 

fi ve-minute ferry, then take the left fork. Follow 

the riverbank to St Albans and toward the 

Great North Road to Wollombi. 

Stop by the picturesque old cemetery of St 

Albans before traversing a thankfully short 

stretch of sealed road and linking up again 

with the dirt. From there, continue to the lovely 

village of Wollombi. 

Kick back in the Wollombi Tavern with a 

hearty pub meal and a taster of the infamous 

Dr Jurd’s Jungle Juice and try to guess what 

makes the doctor’s concoction so unique. 

Nearest airports: Sydney and Newcastle. 


Scottsdale to Derby, Tasmania 

Most travellers head straight to the 

north-eastern Tasmanian holiday spots of 

St Helens and Freycinet. But if you start at 

the tiny town of Scottsdale and follow the 

thickly wooded forest trails to Derby, you 

can enjoy two days and a couple of hundred 

kilometres of pure Tasmanian magic, only an 

hour from Launceston. 

From Scottsdale, head south in the direction 

of Ben Lomond National Park. Take the side 

road to Mathinna Falls and cross the Mathinna 

Plains to Ringarooma, before stopping off 

at the old Crown Prince Mine’s glow worm 

tunnel. Cheese lovers will take special pleasure 

in visiting one of the country’s premier cheese 

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FIND IT 

Adventure Centre 

13 Spectrum St, Qld, 

tel: +61 (7) 5486 3288 

Kingfi sher Bay Resort 

PMB 1 Urangan Hervey 

Bay, Qld, 

tel: 1800 072 555 

Batchelor Butterfl y 

Farm and 

Tropical Retreat 

8 Meneling Rd, 

Batchelor, NT, 

tel: +61 (8) 8976 0199 

Prairie Hotel 

Cnr High St & West 

Tce, SA, 

tel: +61 (8) 8648 4844 

Hepburn Spa - Mineral 

Springs Bathhouse & 

Wellness Retreat 

20 Mineral Springs 

Crescent, Hepburn 

Springs, Vic, 

tel: +61 (3) 5348 8888 

Little Desert 

Nature Lodge 

Nhill-Harrow Rd, Vic, 

tel: +61 (3) 5391 5232 

Wollombi Tavern 

Old North Rd, NSW, 

tel: +61 (2) 4998 3261 

Pyengana 

St Columba Falls Rd, Tas, 

tel: +61 (3) 6373 6157 

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Lisa Fitzgerald and 

Philip Carter opted 

for a wedding in Bali 

Instead 

An overseas wedding can 

make your dream day a 

fairy-tale fantasy 

WORDS SHERIDEN RHODES 

of tying the knot at home, more couples are 

heading overseas for a wedding that’s both 

unique and budget-friendly. We head to Phuket and Bali to fi nd out how 

much bang you can get for your buck on your big day. And to take extra 

special care of your gown (and you), why not fl y Jetstar’s StarClass? 

Phuket 

With incredible beaches and renowned Thai hospitality, Phuket is a 

dream wedding location for many couples — and can work out a whole 

lot cheaper than a fi ve-star wedding in Australia. 

Anna Robinson and Natalie Doherty from Melbourne-based Take 

Us To Thailand organised the Phuket wedding of Lauren Martin and 

Ian Wardell (main photo) at the popular Twinpalms resort on Surin 

Beach. Robinson and Doherty have fi rst-hand experience of getting 

married in Thailand and know personally all the things that can go 

wrong. “I married in Thailand in 2004 and Anna was my bridesmaid. 

Unfortunately, the food and beverage manager left and didn’t tell the 

resort about my wedding,” Doherty says. 

With eight weeks to go and 60 people booked on fl ights, she quit her 

job and fl ew to Thailand to organise everything from scratch, going 

on to start her own business with Anna so brides don’t have to go 

through the stress she experienced. “I thought I was going to have a 

nervous breakdown, but it ended up being spectacular and a holiday 

for everyone. Plus, I ended up with a business out of it.” 

IN FOCUS 

OVERSEAS WEDDINGS 


IN FOCUS 


Melbourne couple Lauren and Ian, as well 

as most of their guests, fl ew Jetstar to Phuket 

and scored a lot of bang for their buck by 

holding both their wedding and honeymoon in 

Thailand. “The ceremony, celebrant, fl owers, 

bouquets, gourmet seafood menu and seven 

hours of cocktails, beers and wine for 30 

guests, hot air Khom Loy lanterns launched 

over the night ocean as a good luck symbol to 

the bride and groom, a photographer, hair and 

make up, pedicures, manicures, and two-hour 

spa treatments for the bride and groom cost 

under AU$9,000,” Robinson says. Take Us 

To Thailand charged AU$4,000 to coordinate 

every detail of the couple’s intimate tropical 

wedding, plus organised their honeymoon 

and booked accommodation individually for 

all 28 guests. 

The couple loved the fact that their wedding 

was low-key and intimate — exchanging vows 

barefoot on the beach as the tropical sun 

was setting. 

Plus, there was no stress involved, with 

virtually everything done for them. Robinson 

and Doherty sat down with the couple 

and communicated via email giving their 

professional opinion on everything from 

locations right down to the fi ner details of 

fl owers and photography. 

“It was great that everyone else was 

counting down the days until fl ying out, just 

like we were. Our friends and family have not 

stopped talking about our wedding and we 

hope some of them will do the same thing so 

we can do it all over again, as their guests!” 

Martin says. 


Bali 

With its gorgeous scenery and fascinating 

culture, Bali is a great choice for a destination 

wedding. Lisa Fitzgerald and Philip Carter 

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What really sold Bali for Lisa and Philip was 

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a factor. “I don’t think you could get the same 

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Real Weddings magazine founding editor 

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“The cost per head for a wedding is less 

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Lisa and Philip’s wedding featured local 

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with frangipani bracelets and leis, Balinese 

dancers and musicians, a fi re dance and a 

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Sydney couple Georgia Cousens and 

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relaxed wedding in Bali as they both love 

travel and most of their friends and family 

live around the world. “It turned out to be a 

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The couple, whose wedding appeared in 

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“Without her, we probably wouldn’t have had 

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MacKelden says many hotels will have 

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“Generally speaking though, an overseas 

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fl oating fl owers and candles was followed by 

a 100-piece fi re-dancing troupe performing on 

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“The only advice I would give others 

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had I known how stressful it would be,” 

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SUDOKU 

Sudoku. 

The objective of Sudoku is to fi ll in the missing 

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Scan each horizontal and vertical band 

consisting of three 3x3 boxes. It’s often 

easiest to start in a spot with the most 

numbers already given. If you can fi nd the 

same number in two rows, you know that 

number must be in the third (the same goes 

SUDOKU EASY SUDOKU MODERATE 

3 2 6 

6 9 1 

2 6 1 4 

4 9 8 3 

3 6 

6 7 1 4 

7 8 6 5 

1 5 6 

4 1 2 


Grab a pencil, put on your thinking 

cap and join the craze! 

for columns). Now see which intersecting 

rows and columns can be eliminated because 

they also contain that number. (This method 

is called slicing and dicing.) 

Some Sudoku fans like to pencil in possible 

answers in the corners of individual squares. 

Once you have a few numbers fi lled in, you 

may also fi nd it handy to jot down a list of 

missing numbers for each row, column and 

box. Good luck! See page 71 for answers. 

2 7 1 

7 2 3 5 4 

5 1 2 8 

4 7 9 

8 4 9 5 

9 3 5 6 8 

1 9 7

1. Who plays Sherlock Holmes in 

Guy Ritchie’s new movie? 

2. Flying Jetstar, which Aussie city would 

you visit to go to the Salamanca Market? 

3. Spelunking is an alternative term for 

which adventure sport? 

4. Beefmaster, Moneymaker and Alicante 

are all types of which vegetable? 

5. Which Canadian singer’s new No.1 

album is called Crazy Love? 

6. Which author created the hardboiled 

detective Mike Hammer? 

7. Which engineering feat is associated 

with 19th-century Frenchman 

Ferdinand de Lesseps? 

8. Which deadly poison is sometimes 

described as smelling of bitter almonds? 

9. What is produced by the Swedish 

company Koenigsegg? 

10. What essential item of summer clothing 

is referred to as “jandals” in New Zealand? 

11. Which Australian sportsman last year 

released an autobiography called The 

Truth Hurts? 

12. Which lasagna-loving comic-strip 

character was created by Jim Davis? 

13. Australian Emma Moffatt is world 

champion in which sport? 

14. After our sun, what is the closest star 

system to Earth? 

15. What do the letters BASE stand for in 

the term BASE jumping? 

16. What iconic Aussie social event is called a 

“braai” in South Africa? 

17. Flying Jetstar, where would you be 

visiting if you travelled to Thailand’s 

largest island? 

18. Which classic Michael Caine fi lm depicts 

the Battle of Rorke’s Drift? 

19. Béchamel sauce comprises which 

three ingredients? 

20. In 2008–09, who won back-to-back 

MotoGP Riders’ World Championships? 

21. How were 1990s TV stars Clarissa 

Dickson Wright and Jennifer Paterson 

better known? 

22. On which day is Australia Day celebrated 

every year? 

23. Who is awarded the Daphne Akhurst 

Memorial Cup? 

24. By which name is the drug acetylsalicylic 

acid better known? 

25. Voss, Riders in the Chariot and 

The Eye of the Storm are novels by 

which acclaimed Australian author? 

26. Stevie, Casey, Fely, Tim and Lauren 

are the current members of which 

popular group? 

-question 

quiz. 

27. What is the name of the lead character 

played by actor David Duchovny in the 

US TV series Californication? 

28. Can Can, Just Me, Fairy Dust and 

Heiress are perfumes spruiked by 

which celebrity? 

29. What type of musical instruments 

are timpani? 

30. Famous fashion editor Anna Wintour 

reportedly provided the inspiration for a 

character in which famous novel and fi lm? 

31. Which popular TV show features a 

character called The Stig? 

32. What is the more common name for the 

United States Bullion Depository? 

33. Sugarloaf Mountain towers over which 

South American city? 

34. Flying Jetstar, which Aussie city would 

you be visiting if you were watching your 

team play at Subiaco Oval? 

35. Individually, the Four Horsemen of 

the Apocalypse are referred to as 

War, Famine, Death and which 

other name? 

36. What is the name of the famous debut 

novel of Audrey Niffenegger? 

37. Which comic opera by Georges Bizet is 

about a beautiful Spanish gypsy? 

38. Electric Ladyland and Axis: Bold as Love 

are albums by which legendary guitarist? 

39. Maori hei-tiki pendants are 

traditionally made of which material? 

40. The Vedas are the oldest sacred texts of 

which religion? 

BRAIN TEASERS 

TRIVIA QUIZ 


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Drinking 

establishment 

(4,3) 

Full of go 

Because, 

since 

Light 

atmosphere 

Endured 

__ Thorpe, 

Olympic 

swimmer 

Horse feed 

Literary or 

artistic style 

__ Kidman, 

The Others 

star 

2016 

Olympics city 

Really 

dislike 

Fishing 

implement 

The __ 

Sleep, 1946 

thriller 

Bench, eg 

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7 8 9 2 3 1 5 6 4 

4 5 1 9 6 8 3 7 2 

3 9 5 7 1 2 4 8 6 

1 6 4 5 8 3 7 2 9 

2 7 8 6 4 9 1 5 3 

8 3 7 1 2 6 9 4 5 

9 4 2 3 5 7 6 1 8 

5 1 6 8 9 4 2 3 7 

22. 26 January 23. The 

Australian Open women’s 

singles winner 24. Aspirin 

25. Patrick White 26. Hi-5 

27. Hank Moody 28. Paris 

Hilton 29. Kettle drums 

30. The Devil Wears Prada 

31. Top Gear 32. Fort Knox 

33. Rio de Janeiro 34. Perth 

35. Conquest 36. The Time 

Traveler’s Wife 37. Carmen 

38. Jimi Hendrix 

39. Greenstone 

40. Hinduism 

Sudoku Moderate 

Winning 

playingcards 

Farreaching 

Scots word 

meaning 

‘small’ 

Lamb’s 

mother 

1. Robert Downey Jr 

2. Hobart 3. Caving 

4. Tomato 5. Michael Bublé 

6. Mickey Spillane 

7. Suez Canal 8. Cyanide 

9. Supercars 10. Thongs 

11. Wayne Carey 12. Garfi eld 

13. Triathlon 14. Alpha 

Centauri 15. Buildings, 

antennas, spans, earth 

16. Barbecue 17. Phuket 

18. Zulu 19. Flour, butter 

and milk 20. Valentino 

Rossi 21. Two Fat Ladies 

Trivia Answers 

Composed 

literature 

Cooperates 

Religious 

subgroup 

Become 

solid, like 

a jelly 

BRAIN TEASERS 

CROSSWORD & ANSWERS 

1 8 7 4 5 3 9 2 6 

5 6 4 9 2 1 3 8 7 

2 3 9 8 6 7 1 4 5 

4 9 8 6 1 5 2 7 3 

3 2 5 7 4 9 8 6 1 

6 7 1 2 3 8 5 9 4 

7 4 3 1 8 2 6 5 9 

9 1 2 5 7 6 4 3 8 

8 5 6 3 9 4 7 1 2 

Sudoku Easy 

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BRAIN TEASERS 

AUSTRALIA ZOO 

Do More 

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BINDI: 

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Make your new year’s resolution to 

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TERRI: 

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Japanese research 

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the southern ocean 

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ROBERT: 

To save the Steve Irwin 

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WE’RE TURNING 40! 

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88 where we fl y 

90 your wellbeing onboard 

92 international adventures 

98 domestic airports 

103 domestic destinations focus 

105 gift ideas 

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110 entertainment 

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starkids 

Surabaya 

in East Java, 

Indonesia, is a 

crowded urban area, second only to Jakarta 

in population. In many parts of the city, 

unemployment is high and living conditions 

are generally poor. Here, as in any modern 

city, there are people who are faced with 

some tough decisions on a daily basis, in 

order to survive or make ends meet. 

It’s not the fi rst place you’d expect to 

hear of a successful schooling program for 

the local children. But that’s just what has 

happened here, with the help of Jetstar’s 

StarKids program. An education project, 

piloted by World Vision and rolled out to 12 

regions of Surabaya through StarKids, has 

helped to bring joy back to classrooms, while 

supporting children from disadvantaged 

areas to change their lives. 

A study of schools throughout Surabaya 

before the project began showed that the 


poorest and most marginalised 

families were being affected by 

the poor quality of educational 

programs in those areas. Many of 

these were migrant populations, 

left behind by the city’s growth 

and prosperity, living in highly 

crowded urban areas where 

unemployment is high, living 

conditions are poor, and many 

children and adults are pushed 

into lives of hazardous labour, 

prostitution and crime. 

Many students from the region 

were enrolled in school, but drop-out 

rates were high: higher than the national 

average. Students were taught mostly 

by repetition of information. Financially, 

many parents couldn’t participate in their 

children’s school life, or thought there was 

little point when schools lacked quality 

StarKids’ support of SEEP has 

helped children in Surabaya’s 

disadvantaged areas with better 

opportunities for life and learning 

BELOW: Supervisor Moenisha 

(right) has seen many positive 

changes in the disadvantaged 

schools she oversees 

Active, joyful and effective: 

a school’s success helps 

a community grow 

WORDS WORLD VISION 

educational programs and qualifi ed teachers. 

Existing school committees were at a loss to 

understand how they could involve families 

in the school communities. Teachers in these 

regions had few qualifi cations and little 

or no opportunity for ongoing training or 

professional development.

The Surabaya Education Enhancement 

Project (SEEP), supported by StarKids, was 

introduced to 10 government schools and two 

private Muslim schools, between 2006 and 

2008. The project promotes learning through 

active, joyful, effective and creative teaching 

techniques and encourages family and 

community participation in the schools. 

Continued support from World Vision staff 

gave teachers confi dence to understand and 

embrace the techniques, and helped motivate 

them to continue training. Students are now, 

in turn, being encouraged and motivated to 

achieve better results. 

Parents are now participating more in 

activities, school committees and other 

groups to support their children’s school. 

Principals, teachers, students, parents, school 

committees and the community have all 

collaborated to support the new ideas. 

National Elementary school BU 8 is now 

a cheerful-looking building, decorated 

with murals, fl owering plants and colourful 

banners. School supervisor Moenisha 

proudly shows a once-bare classroom, now 

adorned in decorations and posters. Brightly 

painted chairs and desks are arranged into 

learning clusters and a small, improvised 

library occupies a corner. Sitting in an area 

well-known as a centre for prostitution and 

drug use, few people would have considered 

school BU 8 had the potential to become a 

benchmark for quality education. 

But BU 8 is now a model school. Teachers 

visit the school from as far away as 

Kalimantan and Bali to participate in training. 

BU 8 students have gone on to represent the 

school in national education competitions; 

one student was ranked 31st in the entire 

country in science. Moenisha — who 

supervises eight schools — now regularly 

trains teachers in other districts 

and provinces, and presents her work to 

the Ministry of Education. She’s proud to be 

a voice, not simply for schooling but for 

“good education”. 

In supporting SEEP, the StarKids program 

has helped teachers and students learn new 

skills and begun a process of cultural and 

educational change in these communities. 

Offi cials from the area’s Education 

Department have discussed the project 

enthusiastically as a proud collective 

achievement. The local community is now in 

charge of the ongoing training and support 

program for the school, and the lessons 

learned have been used to support other 

schools throughout Indonesia. 

SEEP has been extremely successful in 

improving the quality of schooling, and in 

turn, creating far-reaching benefi ts for the 

children and families of these areas. 

Moenisha remains hopeful that a new 

generation of Indonesian teachers will be 

creative and open-minded, so that more 

schools can create change. “Everything 

needs to change. Without change, we can 

have no life.” 

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? 

StarKids aims to raise AU$3 million 

in three years. 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 

more information. 



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MYANMAR 

 

Jakarta 

Shantou 

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Macau 

Haikou 

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Yangon 

 

Bangkok 

Manila 

Siem Reap 

 

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Ho Chi Minh City 

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Kota Kinabalu 

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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 

moderation – these drinks act as diuretics, 

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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 

because it can cause movement of fluid in 

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If you have good visual cues (keeping your 

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sickness is less likely to occur. 

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BALI & JAKARTA 

INDONESIA 

For one of Asia’s best holiday 

islands, you can’t go past 

Indonesia’s Bali. It’s got sun, 

sea, and mountains, plus a rich 

traditional culture. Indonesia’s 

capital Jakarta is the 11th 

biggest city in the world with a 

bustle to match. 

 

 

 

 

 

FROM THE AIRPORT 

Bali CBD 15km from Denpasar’s 

Ngurah Rai Airport 

Travel time Kuta Beach is around 

10 mins by car 

Taxi Approx IDR30,000 (AU$3.50) 

Shuttle Bus Most hotels offer 

complimentary pick-up 


Jakarta CBD 20km 

from Soekarno–Hatta 

International Airport 

Travel time Around 30 mins by car 

Taxi Approx IDR120,000 (AU$14) 

DAMRI Bus IDR15,000 (AU$1.80) 

to any city bus station 

ON THE GO 

1. Bali and Jakarta Taxis 

Get your hotel to order one for you 

and for the return trip too. 


REGINA GARDE 

Fashion designer 

BALI 

Best idea for a family outing: 

Waterbom Park in Kartika 

Plaza. Parents can relax in the 

pleasure pool and the kids can 

go mad riding more than 10 

rides. Food court and pool bar 

are also available. 

Most romantic spot: Ku De 

Ta in Seminyak, where a sunset 

cocktail is a must. There’s 

a wide range of cocktails 

and fi nger food to enjoy with 

the sunset. 

Most unusual thing to do: 

Learn how to dance in one day 

and perform at a local stage 

in Ubud. They get very excited 

to have tourists learn Balinese 

dance and actually perform 

with them! 

Best places to party with 

the gang: Hard Rock Café 

and Embargo — don’t miss 

the superb Toblerone cocktail 

in Embargo, and the Flaming 

Bikini at Hard Rock Café. 

I love Bali because: The air in 

Bali is just different, it has its 

own charisma and it’s not just 

for tourism. Art and culture are 

abundant and the fact that the 

people of Bali are proud of their 

tradition is refl ected in their 

daily life and weekly religious 

ceremonies. I also love how 

down-to-earth Balinese are 

and the fact that they don’t 

act crazy when there are 

celebrities around. 

BANGKOK & 

PHUKET 

THAILAND 

Thailand is a fascinating 

country with beautiful 

landscapes and spectacular 

monuments. Bangkok bustles 

with energy while Phuket is a 

beach-lover’s paradise. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Bangkok CBD 30km from 

Suvarnabhumi International Airport 

Travel time Bangkok CBD is around 


Taxi Approx THB300 (AU$10) 

Airport Express THB150 (AU$5) 

and taking around 60 mins 


Patong Beach 32km from Phuket 


Travel time Patong Beach is 

around 45 mins by car 

Taxi Approx THB400 (AU$13.30) 

Shuttle Bus Every 30 mins at 

THB52 (AU$1.80); takes 60mins 

ON THE GO 

1. BTS Skytrains Will get you to all 

the major points in Bangkok. 

2. Tuk Tuk For short distances only. 

Thai dancers performing 

at the Phimai Light 

and Sound Festival 

JULIAN MOSS 

CEO of ASM Liquor 

BANGKOK 

Best breakfast: Baiyoke Sky 

is amazing — it has great views 

overlooking the city from the 

70th fl oor and a delicious buffet 

breakfast. Alternatively, the 

fi ve-star hotels in Sukhumvit 

on the Chao Phraya River 

also offer a large range of 

buffet breakfasts. 

Best night out: Start at the 

Sky Bar (on top of the State 

Tower) for drinks, followed by 

an Italian dinner at Zanotti 

in Soi Saladaeng (book the 

private room if you’re dining 

with four or more). Then 

head to the Bed Supper 

Club to fi nish off the night 

with dancing. 

Best buy for under AU$50: 

Head to MBK or Chatuchak 

weekend markets. The variety 

of products is overwhelming 

and the quality is good, 

however, be aware that many of 

the items are not genuine. 

Must-buy gift: Head to Zen 

at Central World for a thrilling 

shopping experience where 

you’ll fi nd lots of must-buy gifts 

at reasonable prices. 

Survival tip for tourists: 

Carry lots of small currency 

and barter on everything from 

taxis and tuk tuks to shopping. 

Many of the drivers and street 

vendors don’t carry large 

amounts of change.

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CHRISTCHURCH 

& AUCKLAND 

NEW ZEALAND 

Christchurch is billed as New 

Zealand’s “most English” city, 

with fabulous gardens while 

harbourside Auckland is the 

most cosmopolitan with the 

largest Polynesian population. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Christchurch CBD 11km from 

Christchurch International Airport 

Travel time CBD is around 


Taxi Approx NZ$32 (AU$25) 

Shuttle bus NZ$12 (AU$9.40), 

taking 20–30 mins 


Auckland CBD 20km from 

Auckland International Airport 



Taxi From NZ$60 (AU$47) 

Shuttle bus NZ$30 (AU$23.50), 

taking 45–60 mins 

ON THE GO 

1. The Shuttle Free seven-day 

central Christchurch bus. 

2. Jafa Cabs A bicycle with bench 

seats for two; free in the Auckland 

central business district. 

Enjoy a punt on 

Christchurch’s 

Avon river 

PHIL LESLIE 

GM, Base 

Christchurch 

CHRISTCHURCH 

Best night out: Saints and 

Sinners in Cathedral Square is 

always busy, has a great vibe 

and great specials every night 

of the week. 

Best buy for under AU$50: 

A night at Base Christchurch, 

an awesome hostel with the 

best staff I’ve come across. 

Insider’s tip: Check out 

the Arts Centre. It’s in a lovely 

old part of Christchurch 

with weekend markets and 

historic buildings. 

Unusual fact: Lyttelton 

Harbour is actually formed 

by an extinct volcano. You can 

see it clearly from the top of 

the port hills; take the gondola 

ride for the best views and 

information on the area. 

Favourite local festival: 

The World Buskers Festival in 

January brings the city to life 

with street performances all 

over the centre of town. 

Best idea for a family 

outing: A day trip to Akaroa, 

an old French village about 

80 minutes’ drive from 

Christchurch. Stroll or take a 

cruise on the harbour, swim 

with the rare hector dolphins 

or just relax in one of the many 

award-winning cafés by the sea. 

Most unusual thing to do: 

Just out by the airport is the 

Antarctic Centre where you can 

experience a -18°C Antarctic 

storm. You can also take a ride 

on the Hagglund all-terrain 

vehicles, and see the Little 

Blue penguins. 

Local delicacies at 

Ben Thanh market 

HO CHI 

MINH CITY 

VIETNAM 

The largest city in Vietnam, 

this is the country’s 

economic capital and cultural 

trendsetter with a population 

of high-energy people who 

effortlessly meld tradition with 

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CBD 7km from Tan Son Nhat 



20mins by car 

Taxi A taxi voucher from Visitor 

Information for US$12 (AU$13.30) 

Shuttle Bus Most hotels offer 

complimentary pick-up 

ON THE GO 

1. Taxi Ask the drivers to turn 

the meters on; there are 

taxi-motorbikes as well. 

2. Walking The best way to dash 

up alleys and down one-way streets 

but we only recommend this for 

District One. 

3. Cyclos A one-person seat 

powered by a cyclist; you’ll be 

nose-level with the exhaust fumes 

and action. 

HOANG THACH 

THAO 

Director of marketing 

communications, 

Renaissance Riverside 

Hotel Saigon 

Best breakfast: Vietnamese 

pho (noodle soup). I like Pho 

Hoa on Pasteur Street, which is 

known for its traditional fl avour. 

Great place for dinner: 

Thien Nam restaurant on Nam 

Nghia Street for great food 

and good value. It offers both 

Chinese and French cuisine at 

reasonable prices. 

Insider’s tip: Try to build 

connections before travelling 

to Vietnam. The Vietnamese 

are friendly, especially people 

from the south. They’ll take you 

around the city without you 

even requesting. 

Must-buy gift: The Vietnamese 

traditional costume, ao dai. 

If you have enough time, a 

tailor-made ao dai dress would 

be a unique gift for any lady. 

Local delicacy: Banh xeo, a 

combination of crispy pancake 

with shrimp, pork, beansprouts 

and variety of vegetables. A 

special sauce made from fi sh 

sauce enhances the taste. 

Local recreational activity to 

watch: Try to wake up early and 

walk to the nearest park, where 

many Vietnamese exercise. 

I love Saigon because: 

You can easily fi nd anything 

you need here. It’s also very 

convenient to get around and 

the people are friendly. 

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A traditional 

dance performance 

HONOLULU 

HAWAII 

Honolulu, on the island of 

Oahu, is one of the world’s 

most exotic capital cities. 

Encapsulating a modern 

vitality with the delightful 

charm of old Hawaiiana, it 

reverberates with Aloha, the 

spirit of welcome. 

 

 

 

 

 

 


CBD 14km from Honolulu 




Taxi Approx US$40 (AU$44.20) 

VIP Stretch Limo From US$70 

(AU$77.30) for two people 

Airport shuttle US$9 (AU$10) 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 

ON THE GO 

1. Buses Hotel shuttle buses, public 

buses and quaint open-air trolley 

buses — Oahu has an excellent 

bus network. For a fl at fee of US$2 

(AU$2.20) you can travel any 

distance, including bus changes, to 

all attractions. 


 

 

WELDON 

KEKAUOHA 

Singer-songwriter 

Best breakfast: Eggs ’n’ Things 

for great home-cooked, comfort 

food at its best. Located in the 

heart of Waikiki, it offers simple 

breakfast recipes that’ll leave 

you content and satisfi ed. Show 

up early though as the line can 

be quite long by mid-morning. 

Local delicacy: Giovanni’s 

Original White Shrimp Truck 

in Kahuku on the North Shore. 

The huge portions of tasty 

crustaceans are best ordered 

hot and spicy. They’re mouthblistering, 

but delicious. 

Best idea for a family 

outing: Makapuu Lighthouse 

trail. The two-mile paved trail 

along the cliffs leads you to a 

view of the lighthouse and a 

breathtaking vista of windward 

Oahu. December through April, 

humpback whales and their 

calves frolic and nurse in the 

waters just offshore. 

For history: Bishop Museum, a 

wonderful place to experience 

Hawaii’s people and culture. 

Visit the newly renovated 

Hawaii Hall or enjoy one of 

the many interactive exhibits 

at the Science Center. The 

Planetarium shows you some 

of the ways the Hawaiian 

people navigated and settled 

throughout all of Oceania. 

Best place to party with the 

gang: Kani Ka Pila Grille at the 

Outrigger Reef on the Beach 

hotel. It has wonderful food, 

genuine Hawaiian hospitality 

and the best in Hawaiian 

music... what else can you 

ask for? Tuesday nights are 

my favourite. 

Sumo wrestlers line up 

before the start of the 

tournament 

OSAKA & TOKYO 

JAPAN 

Osaka is home to modern 

architectural wonders and a 

prolifi c creative scene. 

Tokyo is Japan’s largest city 

and capital with many intimate 

and fascinating suburbs. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Osaka CBD 38km from Kansai 


Travel time 50 mins by car 

Taxi Approx ¥17,000 (AU$213) 

Limousine bus Every 45 mins at 

¥880 (AU$11), takes 50 mins 

Nankai Express Train Every 

30 mins from ¥1,390 (AU$17.50), 

takes 30 mins 


Tokyo CBD 66km from Narita Airport 

Travel time 60–90 min by car 

Taxi Approx ¥20,000 (AU$250.60) 

Limousine Bus ¥3,000 (AU$36.30), 

takes 60–90 mins 

JR Narita Express Every 30–60 mins 

at ¥3,000 (AU$37.60), takes 60 mins 

ON THE GO 

1. The subway Easy to use, 

effi cient and takes you everywhere 

you want to go. 

2. Bicycle Many Kansai hotels offer 

bicycle hire due to the easy terrain. 

CHRIS ROWTHORN 

Lonely Planet Japan 

author and travel 

consultant 

OSAKA 

Best night out: The Dotombori 

area of Osaka’s Minami 

district has one of the world’s 

thickest concentrations of 

bars, clubs and restaurants on 

the planet. You won’t believe 

the characters you see in the 

nightly human parade through 

the narrow streets of the area. 

Survival tip for tourists: On 

Fridays and the 20th of every 

month, you can get unlimited 

rides on city subways and 

buses for only ¥600 (AU$7.50). 

This is part of the city’s 

“No-My-Car-Day” campaign 

to encourage people to use 

public transport. 

Unusual fact: Osaka Aquarium 

has the world’s best collection 

of sharks in its main tank. There 

are two whale sharks, leopard 

sharks and even a tiger shark. 

Must eats: You can’t 

visit Osaka without trying 

okonomiyaki (savoury 

pancakes) and tako-yaki 

(octopus dumplings). The best 

place to try these delights is the 

Dotombori area. 

Best place to hang out 

with the locals: Head to the 

Amerika Mura area of Minami 

to check out what the kids of 

Osaka are up to. You can join 

the fray in the famed Triangle 

Park — it’s the eye of Osaka’s 

fashion hurricane. 

Favourite local festival: Head 

to the Tenjin Matsuri festival on 

25 July to see festival barges 

on the river and mobs of rowdy 

Osakans carrying portable 

shrines and fi reworks.

Red arch bridge and lake in 

Chinese garden 

SINGAPORE 

An island nation with a multicultural 

society, Singapore is 

a sophisticated microcosm of 

Asia. This garden city buzzes 24 

hours a day with dining, nightlife 

and shopping options. 

 

 


CBD 20km 

Travel time 20–30 mins by car 

Taxi Approx S$20 (AU$16) 

with a surcharge of S$3–$5 

(AU$2.40–$4) 

Airport Shuttle Services Most 

hotels S$9 (AU$7.20) 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$1.40) 

ON THE GO 

1. The Hippo An open-top 

double-decker bus that allows you 

to hop on and off whenever you like. 

S$23 (AU$18.30) for a 

one-day pass. 

2. MRT Air-conditioned 

subway throughout the island. 

3. Trishaw A three-wheeled bicycle 

with carriage from the old days. 

A 45-min ride is S$25–45 (AU$20– 

$35.70). 

4. Buses A user-friendly network 

with route maps at every bus-stop. 


 

 

 

 

 

MICHAELA 

THERESE 

Singer and pianist 

Great place for dinner: 

PS Café at Dempsey Hill. A 

little pricey but the ambience is 

worth it. 

Best night out: Zouk. I have 

the best time there, whether in 

Velvet Underground or in the 

main room. The best DJs play 

here and it just has the best 

clubbing atmosphere. 

Insider’s tip: When in a local 

setting, such as a hawker 

centre or on public transport, 

it is polite to address someone 

older than you (i.e. a taxi driver 

or hawker stall owner) as 

‘Auntie’ or ‘Uncle’. 

Must-eats: Char kway teow 

(fried noodles with cockles), 

both Chinese- (a tossed salad 

in salty shrimp paste sauce) 

and Indian-style (red- and 

orange-coloured vegetables 

and seafood with an orange 

sauce) rojak, fi shball noodles 

and satay. Don’t miss local 

desserts like ice kachang and 

cheng t’ng. All these are found 

easily in local hawker centres. 

Favourite local festival: The 

Esplanade’s annual Mosaic 

Music Festival, which happens 

every March and features 

some of the best local and 

international talent. 

Best family outing: A picnic at 

the Botanic Gardens. 

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ADELAIDE 

CBD 6km 



Taxi Approx AU$18 

Skylink Bus Every 30 mins–1hr: 

AU$8.50 adult, AU$3.50 child, 


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 Short-term from 

AU$3; long-term from AU$20, 

additional days from AU$5 

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 

Lake Maroon, Brisbane 

upon your arrival 

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$8 

(1 hr–24 hrs) 

BRISBANE 

CBD 16km 




Bus Every 15–30 mins: AU$9 

adult, AU$6 child, under 4 years 

free and taking about 30 mins 

Train Every 20 mins to all 

downtown city stations: AU$12 

adult, AU$6 child and taking 


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) 


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DARWIN 

CBD 13km 

Travel time CBD is 15 mins 

by car 


Darwin Airport Shuttle 

Meets all fl ights: AU$10 (adult) 


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 Check in for free 

movies, newspapers, snacks and 

drinks when you book and pay 

online at jetstar.com 

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$12 adult, AU$5.30 

child aged 4–15 years, children 

under 4 years free, and taking 



(24 hrs) 

LAUNCESTON 

CBD 16km 





Airporter Shuttle bus Meets all 

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

children under 4 years free, and 




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 



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) 


Taxi Approx AU$26 (domestic) 

and AU$33 (international) 

Perth Airport City Shuttle 

Fremantle Harbour, Perth 

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 


Trains Every 10 mins 

(weekdays) AU$15 adult and 




SUNSHINE COAST 

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 


(2–24 hrs) 

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 

period or part thereof 

WHITSUNDAY COAST 

CBD 30km from 

Proserpine airport 

Travel time CBD around 

35 mins 


Whitsunday Transit AU$15 

adult share-ride (one way; AU$28 

return), AU$9 child (one way; 

AU$16 return), children under 

4 years travel free. Meets all 

fl ights. For information, call 

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INSET: Get your hands on a 

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HOBART 

LACHIE (2) AND 

SAM (5 MONTHS) 

The Jetstar staff 

members we’re 

related to are Jeff 

and Alison, both 

A320 captains 

The one thing I always pack for the fl ight is: 

My favourite toy puppy dog, Smoochy. 

The best way to stay entertained on the plane 

is: To play “eye spy” and ask mum and dad, “What 

does that thing do?” 

The kids of the Jetstar 

team share their favourite 

domestic destinations 

The best spot to take a star jump photo is: On 

top of Mount Wellington; be careful near the edge. 

I learnt a lot about: Australian history and the 

convicts at Port Arthur. 

The nicest spot for mum and dad to go 

out and have a night without the kids is: 

Prossers seafood restaurant at Sandy Bay. 

I like the local people because: They’re all 

so laid back and friendly. 

The coolest place to go with your whole 

family is: Salamanca Markets. 

Don’t go home without trying: The 

local seafood. 

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The most delicious spot to go out for dinner 

is: Paul’s Seafood in the city or in Norwood. We 

love fi sh, prawns and chips. 

The best spot to go swimming is: Aldinga 

Beach, as mum and dad can drive the car down 

onto the beach and park next to the water. 

The nicest spot for mum and dad to go out 

and have a night without the kids is: Rundle 

Street located in Adelaide’s East End, as it has 

great restaurants and bars. The Greek restaurant 

Eros is simply the best. 

The best thing to do with brothers and sisters 

is: Ride our scooters along the beachfront in 

Glenelg, very very fast! 

Don’t go home without trying: Cold Rock Ice 

Creamery, which is located on the Parade in 

Norwood. It’s walking distance from the city or a 

short bus ride. 


ADELAIDE 

CLAUDIA (6) AND 

MAYSON (5) 


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to is our dad Peter, 

a captain 

MAGNETIC 

ISLAND, OFF 

TOWNSVILLE 

LUCY (21 MONTHS) 


member I’m related 

to is my mum Stacey, 

fi nancial accountant 

The most delicious spot to go out for dinner 

is: Man Friday in Warboys Street, Nelly Bay. It has 

the prettiest outdoor area, which is lit by lots of 

lovely lights at night. 


family is: Down to the beach; Horseshoe Bay is 

my favourite spot. They have stinger nets up in 

stinger season so it’s still safe for swimming. 

I learnt a lot about: Giant clams at the 

Aquasearch Lab & Aquarium in Elena Street, 

Nelly Bay. I even got to put my hand in the water 

and a clam spurted water at mummy, it was 

fantastic! Plus there were lots of pretty fi sh to 

look at. 

I like the local people because: On Melbourne 

Cup Day, I got to dance all afternoon with the 

locals to a cool band overlooking the beach. 


family is: The Beachouse in Glenelg as it has the 

best waterslides. 

The one thing we always pack for the fl ight is: 

Our Leapsters, which are mini computer games. 

The best way to learn about the local area is: 

To talk to the nice local people. They really do love 

a chat and are super proud of “Maggie Island”. 

The best place to visit to see animals is: 

Bungalow Bay Koala Village. I was allowed to 

The best place to visit to see animals is: 

Monarto Zoo, as it’s only a 45-minute drive from 

the city and has all the animals that you would 

see in Africa. Giraffes are our favourites. 

touch a snake, koala and an echidna, and I even 

kissed a real-life crocodile! 

I always send a postcard to: My nanny 

and nan and pa, to tell them about all my 

fun-fi lled adventures. 

Aldinga Beach 

Reef HQ, Townsville 

Photo: SATC 


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Breakfast Cereal with Milk 3.00 

(Only on flights to/from New Zealand) 

Snack Choices 

Mainland “On the Go” Cheese & 4.00 

Crackers 

Pringles 4.00 

Sanitarium Up & Go 3.50 

(choc ice or banana & honey) 

While’s Nibbles Assorted Nuts 3.50 

Brookfarm Cranberry & 3.00 

Macadamia Bar (gluten-free) 

Authentic Nissin Cup Noodles 5.00 

(Hot chicken soup filled with yummy noodles) 

Meal Choices 

Classic Fresh Sandwiches 6.50 

St. Dalfour Gourmet & Healthy Meal 6.00 

(Served room temp: Pasta & Vegetables – vegetarian, 

Wild Salmon & Vegetables – gluten-free, Chicken & 

Vegetables – gluten-free) 

Gourmet Chicken Wrap 7.00 

(Chicken mixed with basil pesto, mayonnaise and 

sundried tomatoes with lettuce in a soft tortilla. 

Served cold) 

Meat Pie & Sauce 6.00 

(Available only on selected flights over 2.5 

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Hot Meal of the Day 10.00 

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Sweet Choices 

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vegetarian, Wild Salmon & Vegetables – 

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Cookie Time Chocolate Fix 3.00 

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Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Bar 3.00 

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Warning: Products may contain traces of nuts. 

Note: Credit card facilities may not be available on all flights. 

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Australian Domestic: We accept AUD, Visa, MasterCard and 

American Express. Credit cards are accepted for purchases up to 

AU$50 per flight per card. Minimum credit card charge AU$5. (You 

may be asked to provide photographic identification to use a credit 

card.) AU$0.50 surcharge for all credit card payments. 


Byron Bay Cookie Bar 3.00 

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The Natural Confectionary 3.00 

Company Mini Dinosaurs 

M&Ms 3.00 

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Non Alcoholic 

Coke or Diet Coke 3.00 

Lemonade 3.00 

Solo 3.00 

Orange Juice 3.00 

Nudie Cloudy Apple Juice 3.50 

Nutrient Water 3.50 

Still Spring Water 3.50 

Café 

Jasper Coffee – Fairtrade and 3.00 

Organic 

The Natural Confectionary 3.00 

Company Mini Dinosaurs 

M&Ms 3.00 

Beverages (Non Alcoholic) NZ$ 


Still Spring Water 3.50 

L&P 3.00 


Apple Juice 3.00 


Lemonade 3.00 

Café 

Nature’s Cuppa Tea – Fairtrade and 3.00 

Organic 

Jasper Coffee – Fairtrade and Organic 3.00 

While’s – Café style Hot and Creamy 4.00 

Cappuccino 

New Zealand Domestic: We accept NZD only. We regret we do not 

accept credit cards. 

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and American Express. Credit cards are accepted for purchases up 

to AU$50 per flight per card. Minimum credit charge AU$5. AU$0.50 

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Nature’s Cuppa Tea – Fairtrade 3.00 

and Organic 

Nestlé Hot Chocolate 4.00 

While’s – Café style Hot and 4.00 

Creamy Cappuccino 

Beer 

Heineken 7.00 

Pure Blonde – Low Carb Beer 7.00 

Victoria Bitter 6.00 

Wine 

Hardys Nottage Hill Sauvignon Blanc 6.50 

Hardys Nottage Hill Shiraz 6.50 

Yellow Sparkling NV 7.00 

Spirits Pre-mixed 7.50 

Bundaberg Rum & Cola 

Slate Bourbon & Cola 

Gordon’s Gin & Tonic 

Smirnoff Vodka Ice Red 

Johnnie Walker Scotch & Cola 

Nestle Hot Chocolate 4.00 

Beverages (Alcoholic) 

Beer – Speights Gold Medal Ale 6.00 


Hardys Nottage Hill Shiraz 6.50

International 

Snack Choices 

Pringles 4.00 






Mainland “On the Go” Cheese & 4.00 

Crackers 


Miso Soup (Japan flights only) 3.00 

Meal Choices 

Classic Fresh Sandwiches 6.50 

Light Meal (ex-Cairns) 6.00 

Light Meal (not available on all flights) 10.00 

Full Meal 15.00 

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Sweet Choices 

Byron Bay Cookie Bar 3.00 


The Natural Confectionary 

Company Mini Dinosaurs 3.00 

M&Ms 3.00 

Beverage Choices 

Non Alcoholic 


Lemonade 2.50 

Ginger Ale 2.50 

Solo 2.50 

Soda Water 2.50 

Tonic Water 2.50 


Apple Juice 2.00 

Still Spring Water 600ml 3.50 


Oolong Tea (Japan flights only) 3.00 

Café 

Jasper Coffee – Fairtrade and Organic 3.00 

Nature’s Cuppa Tea – 

Fairtrade and Organic 




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MasterCard and American Express are also accepted for purchases 

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Nestlé Hot Chocolate 4.00 

While’s – Café style Hot and Creamy 4.00 

Cappuccino 

Beer 

Heineken 7.00 

Victoria Bitter* 6.00 

Pure Blonde – Low Carb Beer* 7.00 

Asahi Beer (Japan flights only) 7.00 

Wine 


Hardys Nottage Hill Shiraz 6.50 

Yellow Sparkling NV 7.00 

Sake 180ml (Japan flights only) 6.00 

Spirits 

Straight up: 6.00 

With mixer: 7.50 

Bundaberg Rum 

Gordon’s Gin 

Smirnoff Vodka 

Johnnie Walker Red 

Jim Beam Bourbon 

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$ 11.50 

Wrap Combo 

Chicken wrap and soft 

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$ 9.50 

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ALL ABOUT STEVE 

PG-13 99mins 

Available dubbed in Japanese 

Starring Sandra Bullock & Thomas 

Haden Church 

A girl falls for a news guy and follows 

him across the country. 

MOVIES – International Long Haul Flights 

SURROGATES 

PG-13 88mins 


Starring Bruce Willis & Radha Mitchell 

FBI agents investigate the mysterious 

murder of a college student linked to 

the creator of a high-tech device. 


MOVIES TV 

MUSIC GAMES 

ON YOUR PORTABLE MEDIA PLAYER 

MICHAEL JACKSON’S 

THIS IS IT 

PG 111mins 

Available in Open Captions 

Not available on all fl ights. All movies indicate Australian ratings. Currency quoted is AUD. 

Get a behind-the-scenes look at 

Jackson’s preparation for his sold-out 

concerts that never took place. 

TOY STORY 2 

G 58mins 


Voiced by Tom Hanks & Tim Allen 

Little Andy goes off to summer 

camp and an obsessive toy collector 

kidnaps Woody for a museum. 

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE 

OF MEATBALLS 

PG 89mins 


Voiced by James Cann & Mr T 

In this town, food falls from the sky. 

THE INFORMANT 

R 108mins 


Starring Matt Damon & Scott Bakula 

An upper level manager is roped in 

to spy for the FBI on the company’s 

illegal price-fi xing activities. 

Australian Favourites 

THREE BLIND MICE 

M 94mins 

Starring Matthew Newton, Ewen 

Leslie & Toby Schmitz 

Three Navy offi cers hit Sydney before 

Gulf duty and discover courage, 

friendship and redemption. 

Japanese Films 

CASTLE UNDER THE 

FIERY SKIES 

PG-13 120mins 

English subtitles available 

Starring Toshiyuki Nishida 

This is an epic story about building 

the greatest castle of all time. 

POST GRAD 

PG-13 89mins 


Starring Alexis Bledel & Zach Gilford 

A recent college grad moves back in 

with her family while she fi gures out 

what she wants to do next. 

LAST RIDE 

M 90mins 

Starring Hugo Weaving & 

John Brumpton 

A young father goes on the run with 

his 10-year-old son after committing 

a violent crime. 

ROOKIES 

PG-13 138mins 

English subtitles available 

Starring Ryuta Sato 

A high school teacher teaches his 

baseball team the importance of 

having a dream.

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Comedy Drama Sports 

Jetstar’s Escape My Name is Earl 

CSI 

Open Championships 

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Dexter 

Red Bull Air Race 

Flight of the Conchords Lie to Me 

World Cup 2010 

Better Off Ted 

Fringe 

Business Teen Kids Tv 

The Real Alan Sugar 

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Dragons Den 

World Business 

Special Edition 

90210 

Plus… 

Gossip Girl 

Chuck 

Ben 10 

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Dexters Lab 

Ed, Edd & Eddy 

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VEGA PLAYING THE 70S 80S & 

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HOW I MET YOUR 

MOTHER 

A smitten Robin gets back together 

with an old fl ame who hurt her in the 

past. After she gets crushed again, 

Barney, in his own style, helps her 

realise she is awesome. 

THE MENTALIST 

Patrick Jane goes head to head with 

a “psychic” he suspects of murder. 

Intent on proving the so-called 

psychic is a fraud, Jane arranges a 

séance to expose him. 

BACK TO YOU 

Chuck has a date with a sexy realtor, 

Marsh helps Gary get the station’s 

weatherman job and Ryan gets 

mistaken for a murder suspect. 

CHEESE SLICES 

Will travels to Cyprus to see the 

making of traditional haloumi and 

discovers a fresh whey cheese called 

Anari. Find out how to cook with 

this cheese. 


MOVIES TV 

ON YOUR CABIN SCREEN 

TV – Flights from Australia (excludes all short haul international services) 

THE NEW ADVENTURES 

OF OLD CHRISTINE 

After Christine convinces Matthew to 

let her come with him to his friend’s 

party, she learns about her brother’s 

world outside of their home. She 

decides to meddle in his love life. 

ROCKWIZ 

This special is hosted by Julia Zemiro 

and shot in The Gershwin Room at 

St Kilda’s Esplanade Hotel in 

Melbourne with guest stars Tina 

Arena and Jeff Martin. 

MERCURIO’S MENU 

Paul Mercurio is your tour host and 

resident cook as he escorts viewers 

around Australia, visiting farms and 

fresh food producers in some of the 

most idyllic locations. 

TV – Flights to Australia (excludes all short haul international services) 

THE REAL…HONG KONG 

Hong Kong is a unique fusion of 

Western and Eastern cultures where 

the ancient and the ultra-modern sit 

side by side. 

PUSHING DAISIES 

The assistant to renowned scent 

expert Napoleon LeNez is found 

dead after a scratch-and-sniff book 

explodes, and Ned et al try to fi nd out 

who the bomb is intended for. 

BOARDING PASS 

EP.1 

Your ticket to the action sports world 

of surf, skate and snow featuring 

some of the best names in the most 

exotic destinations. 

THE BIG BANG THEORY 

Koothrappali’s parents arrange a 

blind date for him but complications 

arise when his date shows more 

interest in Sheldon. 

BOARDING PASS 

EP.2 

Your ticket to the action sports world 

of surf, skate and snow featuring 

some of the best names in the most 

exotic destinations. 

Get your headsets onboard with a bonus 

protective case and tune into channel 1 for 

English and channel 13 for Japanese. 

THE SIMPSONS 

Homer buys the 1,000,000th ice 

cream cone at a local shop, he 

ends up on Kent Brockman’s news 

program. Ned Flanders wants to 

clean up Springfi eld’s airwaves. 

Movie 

THE PROPOSAL 

In this sparkling romantic comedy, 

a high-powered female executive 

book editor forces her male assistant 

to marry her in order to avoid 

deportation to Canada. 

MYTHBUSTERS 

The team tests theories about prison 

escapes, including a blast from the 

criminal past. Hang on for a heck of 

a ride. 

Movie 

THE SOLOIST 

A journalist discovers a former 

classical music prodigy busking on 

the streets of Los Angeles and helps 

him fi nd his way, forming a unique 

friendship in the process.

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Receive 10% off* when you rent an economy, compact or intermediate vehicle for 2 days or more. 

Simply quote promotional code 50414675 when you book. 

Australian reservations: 1300 13 13 90 europcar.com.au 

New Zealand reservations: 0800 800 115 europcar.co.nz 

*Offer and vehicles subject to availability. Valid for rental pick ups beginning on 4th January 2010. Rentals must be returned by 20th February 2010. 

Bookings must be a minimum of 2 days. Available at all Australian (excluding Tasmania) and New Zealand locations. Offer applies to Economy (ECMR), 

Compact (CDAR) and Intermediate (IDAR) vehicles only. Europcar standard age, credit card and driver requirements apply. 10% discount applies to 

time and kilometres only. Refuelling service charge, miscellaneous charges, one-way fees and GST on these items are not included.

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