THE MAGAZINE OF HAMILHAMILTONTON I SLANDISLAND & & THE GREAT BARRIER REEF REEFTHE GREAT BARRIER REEF MAGAZINE Heading North The humpback whale migration Taste of Paradise Great Barrier Feast Series Capturing the Moment A photographer’s dream Family Luxury The Hamilton Island Yacht Club Villas The Great Magazine Director Javier Degen P 02 9433 3308 Escape [email protected] Production Manager Kelsey Hodges P 02 9433 0428 [email protected] Art Director Luke Gallaway Production Louise Stephens Contributors Jack Atley, Keith Austin, Jason Boudville, Rohan Andrew (Sandy), Bob and Ian Oatley Clarke, Peter Eastway, Andrea Francolini, David Grey, GBRMPA, James Halliday, Kylie Hood, Jason Loucas, Robert McMillan, James Morgan, David Matheson, Bruce Pottinger, Paul Pottinger, Fiona Purdon, Alison Tait, Sam Tinson lthough it is only seven years since opened Hamilton Island Golf Club has Advertising we acquired Hamilton Island, the already received popular acclaim, considered Axxon Media Pty Ltd Atransformation has been remarkable by many to be one of the most spectacular P 02 4920 6716 and I am particularly proud to see that our courses in the world. 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Of course the newly Bob Oatley Welcome to Hamilton Island 03 DEPARTMENTS 06 ON THE WATER What’s On UP CLOSE Highlights and coming events on 22 Hamilton Island 28 Sailing’s Grand Final A Sporting Life Not only is Audi Hamilton Island 08 For a man whose life is sport, it’s Race Week one of the country’s Retail Therapy no surprise that Mark Beretta is a most important regattas, it is Your guide to the island’s retail huge fan of Audi Hamilton Island the ‘grand final’ of the Audi IRC outlets Race Week Australian Championship 10 50 40 Essential Elements In the Spotlight Absolute Luxury 10 things you simply must do Principal dancer Lucinda Dunn with The ultimate family escape, The Australian Ballet is very much Hamilton Island Yacht Club Villas 58 at home performing at qualia redefine luxury accommodation Hamilton Island Real right on the water Estate Looking to buy your own slice of heaven? 04 contents ON THE REEF 12 ContentsREEF Magazine Giants of the Sea Issue 03/10 The magic and majesty of the humpback whale migration THE ART OF EXCELLENCE 44 32 It’s the Little Things Great Barrier Feasting The subtle environmental The most beautiful location meets strategies that keep Hamilton gastronomic perfection in this Island green inspirational culinary series ON THE GREEN 16 The Professional Having battled it out on the professional tour for years, taking on the role of head pro at Hamilton Island Golf Club is a dream come true for Cherie Alison AT THE TABLE 36 Caught on Film 46 Making the most of capturing the The Finest Drop beauty and the memories of a trip James Halliday looks at the rise of to paradise the Australian wine industry 54 Procurement Keeping paradise running is a giant task, but one Hamilton Island has down to a fine art contents 05 Hamilton Island 2010/11 Highlights JULY 2010 OCTOBER 2010 NOVEMBER 2010 Whale Watching 1 2 Whale watching season begins in Spring Festival And They’re Racing the Whitsundays from July through A host of activities to herald the Melbourne Cup Day Lunch and to September changing of the seasons Calcutta AUGUST 2010 2 9-14 Vogue Living Champagne To the Limit 1-6 Dinner The Fujifilm Hamilton Island Caught on Film An intimate evening of superb food Triathlon including a workshop AWAY Photography workshop with in the stunning surrounds of the followed by the Whitehaven Beach hosts David Oliver, Peter Eastway Hamilton Island Yacht Club two kilometre swim and triathlon and Bruce Pottinger 26-28 20-28 Culinary Delights Under Sail Great Barrier Feast with celebrated Audi Hamilton Island Race Week – chef Ben Shewry of Attica, Australia’s largest and most Melbourne important offshore racing regatta 06 highlights Hamilton Island is an inspiring destination for many, including some of Australia’s finest artists, designers, food and wine experts and sportspeople who choose the island as a place to exhibit their latest creations. Whether it be enjoying fine food and wine with great Australian chefs at the Great Barrier Feast Series, a thrilling outdoor performance by the magnificent Australian Ballet, or learning photography with some of the best photographers in the country, these are experiences that are simply unforgettable. For more details on Hamilton Island’s exciting calendar of events, visit www.hamiltonisland.com.au/events To book your accommodation and flights, contact Hamilton Island Holidays on 137 333 or email [email protected] For flights only call 1300 725 172 or email [email protected] JUNE 2011 DECEMBER 2010 MARCH 2011 16-19 1 Great Barrier Feast Paddle Power Summer Festival A taste and an experience to The colour and excitement of the Celebrate summer with a host of savour in the most idyllic location Hamilton Island Outrigger Cup extra activities and festivities (visiting chef to be confirmed) JULY 2011 24 MAY 2011 Festive Celebration 1-3 Carols by Candlelight on the island for 1 Pas de Deux in Paradise a memorable Christmas Eve Deep Breaths A performance like no other as Challenge yourself with the qualia provides the stage for The 31 21kilometre Hilly Half Marathon Australian Ballet New Years Eve Let the party begin – join the 22-24 celebrations on Front Street, including Masterclass live entertainment and fireworks Join the chef’s table for the Great Barrier Feast Series (visiting chef to be confirmed) highlights 07 TherapyRetail No relaxing holiday is complete without some retail therapy, and you’ll find plenty of opportunities on Hamilton Island. 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