Archive for the ‘Creative Lifestyle’ Category
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Help our homeless youth
Hannah-Lee Smith interviews Gerina Appo from St Joseph’s Youth Service Tweed Heads NSW “We all lock our doors now because the streets aren’t safe anymore” an elderly woman once said. But why? The answer lies in the fact that today’s society isn’t as stable and families are not as involved as they were 20 years ago. Teenagers often come from broken homes, are victims of violence, abuse and neglect, they suffer from behavioural issues such as ADHD and mental illness, have poor diet, they hang out with the wrong group of friends or simply don’t […]
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Coorabella Studio-photography in fashion
Coorabella Studio is Nyree Mackenzie – creative director, photographer, stylist and producer. Known for producing high quality fashion editorial work as well as numerous campaigns for Tree of Life fashion label, Nyree has set up in the Byron Hinterland taking on local clients such as Colin Heaney. Nyree’s photography combines pop colour with vintage glamour, artistic flair, a little bit of sass and a bohemian twist. Inspired by poetry, love, desire, art, fashion, innovation, red lipstick and music, artistic Nyree is also a singer/songwriter who has collaborated with producer/programmer Jochen Mueller to create their own […]
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Karma Kids Build Calmer Adults
Currumbin Beach Queensland – where families frolic on golden sands. Home of dolphins playing in crystal clear waters, pumping surf breaks, iconic rocks, cafes and shops, a wildlife sanctuary and Karma Kids Club. In the peaceful environment of Currumbin Beach, Karma Kids are introduced to calmness techniques, mindfulness and creative play which encourages them to a potential lifelong relationship with the wisdom of yoga. Talking to Angela Fitriadi, co-founder of Karma Kids Club Australia, I discover that she has a vision to build a healthy society, not just for her own children and their future, […]
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As Clear As Mud
Isn’t it true that at times we like to run away and hide in our caves just like ancient man? Today our need for shelter and security, remain vital elements in our bid to survive in this tenuous world and during our time on planet earth we should stop every now and then to reflect. Our reality is that we are living on the edge. Well…on the crust really. Subject to the fierce elements of nature as well as the terrifying prospect of facing each other in conflict, no wonder we want to bunker down, […]
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The Gold Behind the Glitter
Tucked away behind the glitter of the Gold Coast, Rabbit + Cocoon is a not-for profit initiative providing artists with affordable workspace rent and incredible opportunities to connect, collaborate, market and show their artwork. Fiona Munro talks with Creative Directors Emma Milikins, Jolie Hertzberg and Mariam Arcilla. FM:How did you develop the idea of a creative precinct? EM: The precinct idea is ever evolving and the idea of what the space is and will be is always changing. It begun with one of the directors being offered the physical space by a friend, who then […]