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The October 14 Edition

The Arts Issue | Jodi Matterson, the quiet Aussie producer adored by Kidman and co | A journalist’s chance to unmask street artist Banksy | The Hollywood star boosting Indigenous art in the US | How vineyard location affects the taste of wine | The muso siblings that double as bandmates | My friend stole my babysitter

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The October 14 Edition

‘You want Jodi in your tight circle’: The Aussie producer adored by Kidman and co

Powerhouse producer Jodi Matterson is behind a string of hits, including The Dry and The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart.

  • by Amanda Hooton

The scoop might have outed Banksy, but I had second thoughts

A chance to unmask the famous street artist presented itself in NYC in 2013 – as did a host of questions.

  • by Nick Bryant

Indigenous art is riding a new wave of popularity. One Hollywood star is helping

Backed by big names and a starring role in Manhattan shop windows, Aboriginal art is on the verge of a breakthrough.

  • by John McDonald
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Ilaria Bulgari at home in Gstaad, Switzerland: “I’m very fond of them, despite everything,” she says of her family.

New York’s $US140m family feud that’s like Succession – but starring women

A once-close Italian clan, a luxury jewellery brand – and a nasty legal battle.

  • by Anne McElvoy

Despite the odd uppercut, these muso siblings always play on

Their exchanges can be “brutal”, but a deep connection keeps drawing Emma Hamilton and her brother Thomas back to each other.

  • by Dani Valent
“Poetry sits on the margins of literature and of any economic use. From there you can say and see things differently.”
Dicey Topics
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Award-winning poet Sarah Holland-Batt on fixing the system that failed her dad

As well: why paying attention is important for her craft.

  • by Benjamin Law
Modern Guru
Modern Guru

My friend stole my babysitter! How do I get them back?

You foolishly revealed their identity, says Our Modern Guru. Now let the bidding war commence.

  • by Danny Katz
Kitchen Sink Drama
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Flying high

Paul Connolly’s Kitchen Sink Drama is a slice of domestic life, captured masterfully in only 100 words. This week: He’s still got it.

  • by Paul Connolly

Striking gold at Ballarat’s picture-perfect photo festival

Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.

  • by Katrina Strickland, Deborah Cooke, Melanie Kembrey, Frances Mocnik, Damien Woolnough and Dani Valent
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Care factor: The artisanal gifts guide

From gourmet goods to handmade homewares, these artisan offerings come with sustainable appeal.

  • by Frances Mocnik
Chocolate and almond pasticcini

Chocolate and almond pasticcini

These soft and chewy Italian cookies are simple to make. While traditionally made with just almonds these also add in some chocolate.

  • by Julia Busuttil Nishimura
Helen Goh’s bran muffins with date molasses and kefir.

Helen Goh’s healthy bran muffins to make today and enjoy during the week

Don’t like bran muffins? Helen Goh’s rich and deeply flavoured recipe might change your mind.

  • by Helen Goh

From the vineyard to bottle: How location - or terroir - affects the taste of wine

Influencing factors include sunshine, temperature, rainfall, humidity, latitude and altitude, aspect, slope and soil fertility.

  • by Huon Hooke
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