http:// 2011-10-05T08:23:11Z 2011-10-05T08:23:11Z vip-diving-the-ultimate-gift-this-christmas

How will you make that special someone’s eyes light up this Christmas? Once you’ve bought them the custom-made Cartier watch, and had a star named after them, what else is there?The solution is here: VIP Diving with one of Australia’s leading diving companies- BONDIVE. A scuba diving experience may seem just as common as catching a bus. Diving with a group of teenagers, instructed by someone who’s fresh out of dive school, and whom you would barely trust with to look after your goldfish. Not here!- Thanks to the brainchild of professional diving instructor, Peter Michie, that precious someone in your life can now enjoy an extraordinary one-on-one VIP diving experience…. The day starts with your VIP being collected from their home, office or hotel, at a time that is convenient for them. They are then taken to one of 25 diving locations in and around Sydney. All equipment is supplied, and the half or full day of diving is tailored precisely around the VIP’s desires. To top off the adrenalin packed day, your VIP will enjoy lunch at one of Sydney’s finest cafes. The experience ends with the VIP being safely returned to their chosen destination. Peter Michie, Director of Bondive says “Many of my clients want a personalized experience, they don’t want to commit to a weekend diving course with 10 strangers. They are generally busy people, who are used to and enjoy the VIP treatment they receive at 5 star hotels and restaurants. They want to dive at a time that suits them, at the location of their choice. Bondive aims to provide that special care and attention that they won’t receive anywhere else”. Half day experience: $350 Full day experience: $650 Includes all dive equipment, transfers and gourmet lunch.To find out more about VIP diving experiences or to purchase a gift voucher in time for Christmas contact: Bondive Email: info@bondive.com.au Phone: 0422 847 573 www.bondive.com.au About Peter Michie Bondive's Director, Peter Michie, has over 15 years experience in the dive industry, and is a qualified PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer. He has performed more than 1600 dives, primarily in and around Sydney, as well as at many of Australia's most well-known dive sites, including the Great Barrier Reef. He has also dived extensively in other parts the world including Europe, the Caribbean, South East Asia and the Pacific islands. -END- For high resolution image or article information contact: Peter Michie Email: info@bondive.com.au Phone: 0422 847 573 www.bondive.com.au

2011-07-23T05:46:26Z an-exclusive-duckcloth-preview-cloth-fabric-pre-release-quilt-fabric-collection

This amazing Cloth Fabric pre-release is exclusive to Duckcloth- so new that you will have to visit the Melbourne Craft and Quilt Fair to see the collection in person. (For those who can’t make it… stay tuned on how to view them on Duckcloth’s website). To celebrate this pre-release showing of Cloth Fabric’s quilting collection with Duckcloth, award- winning artist, designer and founder of Cloth Fabric; Julie Paterson will be at Duckcloth stand on Friday 29th July at 10.30am.Lisa Edwards of Duckcloth will also present interactive sessions on tips for selecting the right fabric when sewing clothing. Duckcloth is an online fabric store based in Melbourne Australia- shipping worldwide. We sell gorgeous natural fabrics for home, family… and beyond.“Duckcloth offers customers an ever-changing range of carefully selected fabrics in natural fibres: from vibrant printed cotton, certified organic cotton, gorgeous textured linen and hardwearing hemp”. - Lisa Edwards, Founder Duckcloth To view Duckcloth’s wide range visit www.duckcloth.com.au and connect with Duckcloth at their Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/duckcloth. Visit DUCKCLOTH at [stand C09] the Melbourne Craft and Quilt Show 28- 31 July, 2011.

2011-07-19T00:47:34Z the-american-club-sydney-presents-the-south-australia-wine-challenge-degustation-dinner

The degustation dinner will include a six-course tasting menu presented by Executive Chef Timothy Hart, with each dish paired perfectly wine from either Katnook or Grosset. Dishes include Seared Tuna in spicy dukkah with Alaskan king crab remoulade, Braised beef cheek polenta with crisp taro and onion and Hazelnut Bombe Alaska with Frangelico latte. A limited number of places are available. The American Club’s Degustation South Australian Wine Challenge dinner is priced at $120 per person including matching wines. Withits Macquarie Streetlocation boastingunrivalled SydneyHarbour and Botanical Garden views, The American Club remains an exclusive private Business and Lifestyle Club with a contemporary twist. Having graced Sydney’s social scene since 1947, The American Club has evolved into a modern contemporary space with a range of facilities from fine dining to functions such weddings, business centre and meeting rooms to satisfying the changing lifestyles and demands of our members - entrepreneurs, innovators, professionals and the new generation of young business leaders shaping the future of Sydney. To secure a place contact The American Club, Barnum’s Restaurant on (02) 9241 2015 or email enquiries@theamericanclub.com.au. Don't wait, this event will sell out! www.theamericanclub.com.au Twitter (@AmericanClubSyd), Facebook: TheAmericanClub The American Club is located at Level 14, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.

2011-05-24T06:51:14Z are-you-herding-monkeys-success-in-zoo-like-workplace

Nigel Collin empowers business executives with the tools necessary to lead creative-minded individuals in “Herding Monkeys: How to Lead Creative Talents of Your People and Get Commercial Results”SYDNEY – While a batch of books out there helps business leaders instil creativity in their employees, Nigel Collin emphasizes the idea of working with what you’ve got. In “Herding Monkeys: How to Lead Creative Talents of Your People and Get Commercial Results” (ISBN 0977573516), he seeks to show managers and executives how to inspire and nurture the creativity their employees already possess. So why is this book called HERDING MONKEYS? After over a decade of working within the creative sector, Collin realized that success come from tapping into employees’ gifts and talents.” Leading creative people is like herding monkeys. They seem to be all over the place, off in a world of their own. But they’re also very communal and enjoy hanging out with other creative types. They’re brilliant at slinging stuff; they’re always throwing ideas, designs, and concepts around. They are incredibly smart. And you need them, as much as they need you.” Collin believes that a great leader must focus on three things to achieve commercial success: herding monkeys, creating zoos and shooting ducks. Herding monkeys, the book’s primary focus, involves developing leadership skills that inspire people to think, feel and act differently than most. Creating zoos is about having a strategy for building a culture and environment that supports and engages creativity, while shooting ducks explains how to focus on the right ideas and how to execute them. “It’s important to support and nurture the mavericks and thought leaders of a business,” Collin said. “They’re the ones in a business that help you beat out the competition, bring about change, fuel the innovation pipeline and ultimately drive the overall performance and success.” Rather than viewing creativity as a hard-to-control quality, Collin seeks to show business leaders how to get in the driver’s seat of their employees’ process. He provides them with the necessary skills so that they might become more connected to their jobs and their success. ‘If you could make your employees more creative, you could make millions more in profits. This outstanding book shows you how.’ — Siimon Reyolds, Advertising entrepreneur. “Herding Monkeys: How to Lead Creative Talents of Your People and Get Commercial Results” RRP $24.95 and is available from June 1 at major bookstores. About the Author: Nigel Collin, a champion of creativity, works with business leaders to help them commercialize the creative talents of their people and yield profitable results. For nine years, he owned and ran Absurd Entertainment, a design company, before he passed the baton in 2004. He has worked on a multitude of corporate and public events in Australia and overseas, including the 2000 Sydney Olympics and Paralympics. He was show director for Australia's largest-ever corporate event in Sydney in 2005. Many companies across a myriad of industries have benefited from Collin's experience and expertise, including IT, entertainment, design, events, marketing, finance, pharmaceuticals, government and telecommunications. He is also author of “Think BITS – things to get you thinking creatively.” As a conference speaker and author, his work has Nigel has worked around the globe. He is one of those rare people whose passion for creativity and in--depth knowledge will engage and inspire your people – and make a real difference to your business. Nigel’s quest is to change the creative landscape of Australia. For more information on Nigel Collin and ‘Herding Monkeys’ visit www.nigelcollin.com Nigel Collin is available to speaker and presenter engagements. Review copies are avaliable in soft and hard copy format.

2011-05-02T02:34:00Z cook-up-a-storm-in-may-the-nigella-way-1

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 2, 2011 Audrey & Marco, Australia’s online gourmet delicatessen is celebrating the launch of their NEW Custom D.I.Y. hampers by offering FREE DELIVERY* Australia-wide for the month of May. Audrey & Marco has re-launched their chic hamper collection and now offers the special option of adding a bottle of French bubbly or Italian wine to custom hampers. Wines have been carefully selected from the finest wine regions including Champagne, Cotes du Rhone, Veneto, Loire and Tuscany. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, the hampers make a beautiful Mother’s Day gift, unleashing the domestic goddess in every mum! The Audrey & Marco Custom DIY hamper collection is a stylish, effortless and convenient way of giving a thoughtful gift. Simply select the products you want to include in your hamper, add ‘Custom DIY hamper’ to your cart, and choose a bottle of wine. All your gourmet goods will be exquisitely packaged in an exclusive wooden crate with a gift card containing your personalized message. Now it’s achievable to give a unique gift that is personal and useful without being time consuming. Custom hampers are giving the gift-giver more options, allowing them to select only the products that they want to present. Founder of Audrey & Marco, Melisa Buljubasic says: ‘We want our customers to have total control over what products they select in a hamper. This allows our customers to personalize their gifts, while ensuring no hidden surprises.’ *Audrey & Marco is offering free delivery for ALL purchases over $50 for the month of May. Normal delivery is capped at $9.90 for orders to NSW, ACT VIC and QLD delivery addresses and free for orders over $150. ABOUT AUDREY & MARCO At Audrey & Marco you’ll find a comprehensive range of gourmet food products, including but not limited to antipasto, pasta, sauces, biscuits and sweets, oils and vinegars, jams, preserves and gorgeous gift ideas and custom hampers; making it a ‘one-stop shop’ for the inner foodie. Whether you’re a professional cook, a connoisseur of deli delights, passionate about European cuisine, on the hunt for rare ingredients, conscious about eating organically or gluten free, or simply looking for the perfect gift for a fellow foodie, you’re guaranteed to find it at Audrey & Marco. Audrey & Marco has hand selected the best produce and trusted brands from Europe so that customers can sample the cream of what each country has to offer. Products are sourced from Italy, France, Spain, Greece, Croatia, Germany, Poland, Macedonia, Serbia, Netherlands, Belgium, Slovenia, Lebanon, the United Kingdom and more…. All delivered direct to your door!Visit www.audreyandmarco.com.au now to view the wide collection.

2011-03-29T07:45:00Z moroccan-oil-and-gloss-salon-first-ever-vip-night

David Moore, Director at GLOSS SALON revealed a the salon’s new look to his VIP’s in attendance who included Business Guru Sharon Willams and Celebrity Stylist Amber Renae who celebrated with Champagne, Miss Chu canaps and mini cupcakes from Sparkle Cupcakery. Kayla Luck, Brand Manager, Moroccanoil educated each guest to the benefits of all products in the range with GLOSS SALON being one of only the select few salons in Sydney to stock the complete Moroccanoil collection including a limited edition gift pack ( which almost sold out on the evening). Each guest receive a Moroccanoil giftbag including a mini bottle of the original Morccanoil, hair accessories by Lady Jayne and an exclusive gift voucher from GLOSS SALON. This special event is amongst many exciting things to come from GLOSS SALON this year including a brand new website- Stay tuned! About GLOSS SALON With over twenty years industry experience, David Moore of GLOSS SALON states that the philosophy of GLOSS is to “build a well respected brand affording its clientele access to unique services whilst being on trend, affordable and approachable.” GLOSS SALON employs a team of cutting edge stylists who retain an excellent level of skill, client care and respected reputations. David Moore has been the recipient of the Australian Achiever Awards winner – Best Hairdresser twice, has been a regularly on Channel 7’s The Morning Show, Featured in Industry publication Instyle, Vogue Australia Magazine and contributed weekly to MX Magazine, Sydney. For more information or to make a booking at GLOSS SALON visit www.glosssalon.com.au Visit Gloss Salon at 180 West St, Crows Nest NSW Ph. 02 9922 4735