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Written by Kate Manley After quite a setback when restrictions on travel were enforced during covid, it seems now that the ‘travel bug’ is taking Australia by storm. Especially here in Hervey Bay this season, we are seeing a great influx of tourists coming for the whale watching and also travelling from the south to…

Written by Kate Manley We are created body (the physical), soul (the mind, will and emotions) and spirit (matters of the heart) with a free choice as to the path in life we follow. In his book, ‘The case for Christ’, Lee Strobel describes his journey of faith, finding that the Son of God is…

Written by Kate Manley Fraser Coast population stands at 115,000, an increase of 35,000 in just the last 15 years.In this vibrant region you will find an interesting mix of ancestry; in the main, English and Australian, then Scottish, Irish, German, Indigenous Australian, Italian, Dutch, Indian, Filipino and Kiwis. Each of these cultures and backgrounds…

Written by Kate Manley As our 10 year birthday has just passed and we are into a new decade at Luxe, it gives us pause for reflection on our growth here in Hervey Bay. First and foremost, it has totally been the support of our local, intrastate and interstate customers, who have also been such…

Written by Kate Manley Of all the crafts, dressmaking is perhaps the most intimidating of all! Not only does it involve a reasonably high level of skill, there’s machinery, fabrics, patterns and design prowess to consider. From just hemming say, a straightforward garment such as a scarf, to the most intricately embroidered and details dress;…

Written by Kate Manley As fashion style is no longer restricted by age or income, great freedom comes in creating an image that reflects your individual personality and lifestyle. Whether that is a classic wardrobe of monotone, minimalist colours or a wild assortment of colours and patterns, your fashion statement should be whatever makes you…

Written by Kate Manley With this month’s edition focusing on cultivating your own garden and having an appreciation for nature, we are highlighting green as our favourite colour this season. From chartreuse to emerald the colour green in light of trends 2023 has morphed from a rather safe and classic olive green to a bolder,…

Written by Kate Manley Probably the most well known of all definitions of love is found in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. These are the verses often quoted at weddings as a guide to achieve longevity in relationships. ‘Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does…

Written by Kate Manley Art can uplift, provoke, soothe, entertain and educate us. At its most profound level, it takes us from the everyday to a place of introspection and contemplation, to see the bigger picture of the human condition. Creating a piece of art, no matter how well or badly, is a way of…