Adventure island

Surf Coast adventurers John Jacoby and Chris Porter tell EMILY IANNELLO about the epic kayak journey around South Georgia Island, on the doorstep of Antarctica.   Pictures: Andrew Maffett   A boys’ trip to Bali or a party at the pub were never going to be enough when John Jacoby turned 50 this year. Instead, […]

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Summer entertaining

Kelly Lowdon knows her way around the kitchen and has a passion for inspiring others to get creative with their cooking. She shares her passion through these amazing summer recipes. Food blogger Kelly Lowdon loves to entertain family and friends all year round, yet in summer with hot nights and amazing seasonal produce, she has […]

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A refuge in troubled times

By ALANA MITCHELSON Fearing for his life, Rasoul Omid was forced to flee Afghanistan, leaving behind his beautiful wife and three children after his family home was attacked. Eight members of his family were killed in that one night. Some of his siblings were abducted and he has never seen them again. Rasoul had been […]

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BYO imagination

Imagination meets almost no bounds at Newtown Event Centre, one of Geelong’s newest reception venues. The modern facilities are a blank canvas for the imaginative to paint their own event picture, with the function becoming a true reflection of their personality. Venue manager Brian Mudge says the space is entirely versatile. “We adapt our space […]

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Autentico Italiano

IT’S a deep love of authentic Italian cuisine that lies behind Borgata, a quality addition to Lara’s growing restaurant scene. Within the expanded Lara Shopping Centre, Borgata, which translates as “Suburban”, will reflect owner Piero’s 44 years’ experience as a chef and proprietor in the Australian restaurant industry. “The vision I have for Borgata is […]

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Peak teak

THE beauty of premium plantation teak outdoor furniture is more than just its looks – its longevity is also a key part of the attraction. Teak Living’s Craig Robotham is an unabashed fan of the hard-wearing beautiful wood, establishing his business in Grovedale two years ago and recently moving to a new South Geelong showroom. […]

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