August Living
Ever on-trend, Kmart’s new August Living collection features some of the hottest home decor designs right now — including polka dots, stripes, colour-drenched kitchens and nostalgic-inspired styling pieces. We love the Merlot marble rechargable lamp in merlot ($19) and round marble-look side table ($29). Shop online at kmart.com.au or in stores.
Maurice Meade competition
Maurice Meade is partnering with Telethon to bring back its beloved Maurice Meade Makeovers, celebrating community and deserving West Australians. Ten recipients will be chosen through public nominations — people can nominate themselves or someone special. Every nomination will include a donation, with all proceeds going directly to Telethon. Maurice Meade will also provide makeovers for a group of inspiring Telethon parents caring for their seriously ill children. To make the experience even more memorable, Claremont Quarter is gifting each of the ten recipients a wardrobe valued at $500, personal styling session worth $750 and luxury hamper worth $100, while Absolute Cosmetics is contributing a $500 gift voucher and $750 Skin Truth skincare package.
For terms and conditions, see mauricemeade.com.au/policies. To enter, go to maurice-meade-makeover.raiselysite.com/. The promotion opens at 12:01am July 19 and closes at 11:59pm August 25.
Pinky & Kamal
Melbourne brand Pinky & Kamal has dropped its latest sport collection, named Synergy. Featuring straight-leg pants, leggings, vests and halters in tones of clay, midnight, java, khaki and classic black, the pieces are as perfect for both a sweaty session or leisurely stroll and matcha. More details at pinkyandkamal.com.
Binalup, Menang: First Light, First People
For over two years, celebrated portrait photographer Nic Duncan worked with Menang elder Carol Pettersen on this special exhibition to celebrate Albany’s Menang elders. Each subject selected a location meaningful to them before they shared stories of their life and culture. It’s running at the Albany Town Hall until July 26.
Pair’d
An impressive batch of chefs, winemakers and musical acts from across the globe are descending on the Margaret River Region for Pair’d, running from November 19 to 22. From Singapore comes Burnt Ends’ Dave Pynt, pitmaster Rodney Scott — a Chef’s Table favourite on Netflix — brings his barbecue flavours from the US, and Matt Abergel joins the fun from Hong Kong. They join a medley of local talent, including Fervor’s Paul Iskov, former Noma chef Ben Ing and sommelier Cyndal Petty. The stellar line-up will take part in more than 40 events held in caves, vineyards, forests and on the shores of the region. More information and tickets available at pairdmargaretriver.com.
Honeybees
If anyone is pondering the idea of keeping bees or has a loved one embarking on the journey, Mary Trumble and Henry Fried’s new book is where to look. The illustrated guide has everything you need to know from bees’ anatomy and social habits to the plants they need to survive. Trumble and Fried own Melbourne-based urban beekeeping business Backyard Honey, and are passionate about the crucial existence of the insects. Honeybees, published by Hardie Grant Books, is available at bookstores for $34.99.
Gracefield Blooms
The next time you’re after a beautiful floral bouquet for a loved one or even yourself, these local sellers are one to consider. Gracefield Blooms in Osborne Park is a lovely family-owned florist run by Christina De Bellis, located at 3/221 Main Street. De Bellis built Gracefield farm in Katanning from the ground up, before opening the Osborne Park shop in February. gracefieldblooms.com.au
More Is more
This special exhibition at Sava Art gallery from local creatives Ariel Katzir and Tessa Dorotich is more than just a feast for the eyes. All $10 ticket sales to its closing event on July 17 will go towards the Aliyah Mae Foundation, who provide ICU care packs containing essential and comfort items to families facing unexpected hospital stays with their sick children. If you’re not able to make it to the event, the Shenton Park gallery is open July 12 and 15 from 12pm-5pm. Ticket details at Eventbrite.
Fromage Affair
If there was ever a dish to tempt you away from the heater, this is it. For the next three months Small Print Wine Bar is bringing back its annual Fromage Affair, which includes Swiss fondue — with the option to add Manjimup truffle for extra decadence — and bottomless raclette. It’s recommended to book, and arrive with an empty stomach. Details and bookings at Print Hall.
Engine
Across four nights in August comes Sydney Dance Company’s Engine: a performance that sees three choreographers unite for an evening of “bold, fearless dance”. Australian-based Rafael Bonachela and Melanie Lane and joined by Berlin-based Fran Diaz at the State Theatre Centre of WA, with each of the three works promising something unique but equally compelling. For more details see the State Theatre Centre of WA.
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