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Ecolateral’s guide to better living
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Ecolateral CEO Jamie Stott spent years working as a clinical counsellor but she was so busy caring for her patients that she neglected to look after herself. The result was serious burnout and two years spent in bed with chronic fatigue. “As part of my healing journey,” she recalls, “I...
Saha rises from the ashes
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When much loved cafe Saha finally reopened on Magill Road at the end of January, it was the culmination of a long journey. Before the dramas that defined 2020 had even begun, owners Jinan and Abdoullah Mehio saw their cafe on The Parade in Beulah Park go up in flames....
Four design tips for your home
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Over the past few years, the growing collection of homewares shops near the intersection of Osmond Terrace and Magill Road has developed into a thriving design hub. A range of stores within easy walking distance like twopairs, Asser & Co, Flourish and Outside Square complement each other by offering a...
Say Buongiorno to CONO Gelateria e Pasticceria
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Growing up with parents who ran a gelato and cake shop for 42 years means that Vincenzo Spatola knows a thing or two about sweet treats. And now after twelve years in Australia he’s finally opening his own store, CONO Gelateria e Pasticceria. The long gestation period means he is...
The continually evolving story of Inside Morocco
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When Inside Morocco first opened thirteen years ago, it dealt exclusively in Moroccan homewares. But it soon became clear that customers also wanted a more immersive experience so the store began branching into events and erecting elaborate Moroccan tents filled with colourful rugs and cushions. Soon a catering arm was...
Tick off your Back to School checklist
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There’s plenty to remember when getting ready for the new school year, but it doesn’t need to be complicated. That’s especially true on The Parade, where you can find everything you need for a bumper year within easy walking distance. Shoes No matter what school uniform your kid is wearing,...
Republic’s summer cocktail guide
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It’s not just wardrobes that get more colourful when the weather warms up; so do the drinks. And whether you’re kicking off brunch with a bang or relaxing on a sultry evening, Republic’s list of a dozen seasonal cocktails perfectly captures the summer mood. Assistant Manager Damien Bown is the...
Get the most out of swimming this summer
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There’s no better way to cool off once summer hits than to spend a day relaxing by the water. And fortunately you don’t need to go far. Both the Payneham Memorial and Norwood Swimming Centres are currently open for recreation as well as laps and swimming lessons – just remember...
How to make your New Year’s resolutions stick this year
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A new year is the perfect time to change existing habits, and to make new ones. But it’s not easy, so you need all the help you can get. A simple place to start is to set a realistic goal and a routine that you’ll be able to keep –...
Everything you need to know about Christmas (and Boxing Day) shopping on The Parade
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For Eating By far the simplest spot to get your Christmas food shopping done in one easy hit, Norwood Place has a butcher, fishmonger, greengrocer, bakery and supermarket all within a 30 second stroll. And best of all, it’s easy to get everything you need delivered. As well as fresh...