Patient care is surgeon’s primary consideration

Dr David Edis (MBBS, FRACS [Ortho], Grad Dip MA and AFRACMA) is an orthopaedic and spine surgeon who has been living and practising on the Mornington Peninsula for the past two years. After studying at the University of Melbourne and training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Dr Edis pursued further training in spine surgery in New Zealand. 

His passion for improving patient care included developing minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques for eight years in conjunction with surgeons in Australia and overseas. He is currently working with a pain management and multi-disciplinary team in Frankston to help solve complex pain issues. Dr Edis also spent five years developing allied health and pain management programs in regional Tasmania during his time living there. 

Dr Edis has a special interest in adult spine surgery, hip and knee replacement, knee arthroscopy and orthopaedic trauma. He has extensive experience in oblique lumbar fusion surgery, percutaneous screw fixation and deformity correction for adult scoliosis, and he offers robotic-assisted placement of spinal implants as well as CT navigation, using these technologies to make surgery safer for patients. 

Believing in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care, Dr Edis is passionate about working closely with primary carers, physiotherapists, pain specialists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, myotherapists, exercise physiologists and nurses to achieve evidence-based contemporary care for his patients with spinal problems. 

Dr Edis invites new referrals for any orthopaedic conditions, including fractures in children. You can find him at The Bays Hospital, Suite 15, Ground F, Main St, Mornington; and at his Frankston rooms at 93 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Frankston.

VICTORIAN ORTHOPAEDIC SPINE SERVICE
A: 93 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Frankston
T: 8683 9039
W: www.vicorthospine.com.au

Finding meaning through art

Sometimes, people find it much easier to ‘do’ than ‘say’. At times this can be an act of procrastination or avoidance, but when structured appropriately, ‘doing’ can help people process their feelings and emotions into concepts that are much easier for them to work through. 

Art therapy can simply be described as ‘saying by doing’. It provides a person the opportunity to distract themselves with the crinkle of paper and a streak of a brush while also allowing them to mindfully digest their feelings, attitudes and trauma through a medium of self-expression. 

Feelings and emotions can at times be disorganised, making them hard to verbalise. Art therapy allows participants to communicate their feelings and desires in a non-verbal way, enabling them to work through feelings that may be difficult to address directly and empowering them to organise and map their thoughts. 

Art therapy can help participants embrace a wide range of health-related issues, including general mental wellness; anxiety and depression; trauma; substance abuse; pain management; grief resolution; identity issues; life transitions; and end-of-life challenges. You don’t even need to have any background or skill in art to reap the benefits. 

Art therapy is one of the many programs offered to assist you in your journey to wellness and recovery at St John of God Pinelodge Clinic. If you’re interested in learning more about the treatments available, visit sjog.org.au/Pinelodge or phone 8793 9444.

ST JOHN OF GOD PINE LODGE CLINIC
A: 1480 Heatherton Rd, Dandenong
W: www.sjog.org.au/pinelodge
FB: sjoghealthcare

Help at hand to prevent falls

Do you feel as though your balance isn’t as good as it used to be? Now is the best time to improve your balance and reduce your risk of falls and injury.  

The Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Society reports about 30 per cent of adults over 65 experience at least one fall a year, and falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospital admissions in this age group. These falls often have long-term effects on a person’s independence and are a common reason for them being admitted to aged-care facilities. 

Age is a key risk factor in fall-induced injuries. A fall that may not have caused any injury to a younger person can often be more severe to an older person. Beyond the pain of the initial injury, a falls-related injury can result in loss of physical function, loss of confidence, decreased quality of life and an increased dependence on others for basic tasks. 

To help reduce your risk of falls, you can take part in a falls and balance program at St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital. Offered by a multidisciplinary Allied Health team, the program includes targeted exercises to help improve your balance alongside education sessions about common falls risks and what you can do to avoid and overcome them. 

If you are interested in learning more, speak with your GP about a referral to St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital’s falls and balance program. 

ST JOHN OF GOD FRANKSTON REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
A: 255-265 Cranbourne Road Frankston
T: 9788 3333
W: www.sjog.org.au/frankston
FB: sjoghealthcare

No vein, no pain with Doctor Vein

Just the mention of varicose vein treatment can conjure up disturbing thoughts of vein ‘stripping’, major surgery and extended hospital stays.  Thankfully, times have changed and long gone are the days of painful surgery to remove unwanted and uncomfortable veins.  Just ask Dr Ganesha Param — known to his patients as Dr Gan — who operates out of a state-of-the-art vein treatment facility in Frankston that champions the non-surgical removal of varicose and spider veins.  

“Varicose and spider veins unfortunately don’t discriminate and can affect both men and women of all ages,” Dr Gan said. “Influencers can be hormones, work environments, pregnancy and genes, to name a few.  The great news is that treatment doesn’t need to result in lengthy recoveries and time off work or ongoing commitments.  We find that many patients are unaware of the latest options available and how effective they are in treating varicose veins.”

The Doctor Vein clinic is situated at 7 Winifred St, Frankston.  To discuss your treatment options and book an initial consultation, please phone 9781 0646 or email [email protected]  No referral is required.

DOCTOR VEIN
A: 7 Winifred St, Frankston
T:  9781 0646
W: www.doctorvein.com.au
FB: doctorvein1
INSTA: doctorvein

Seek advice before starting a ketogenic diet

Ketogenic diets have been developed to induce a state whereby your body produces ketone bodies from stored fat rather than glucose as a source of energy. While ketogenic diets have demonstrated benefits such as weight loss and stabilised blood sugar levels, it is an extreme diet that eliminates entire food groups, such as carbohydrates. In addition, some keto plans recommend a high intake of saturated fats, which is correlated with high cholesterol levels in the blood. 

Some individuals may also experience uncomfortable side effects from ketosis, such as brain fog, headaches, dizziness, constipation and lethargy – commonly known as the ‘keto flu’. 

Mild nutritional ketosis is easier to achieve, without the elimination of entire food groups. Be Fit Food’s Be Rapid program induces mild nutritional ketosis in a calorie-controlled, high-protein and low-carb diet. No food groups are completely eliminated from this plan and the side effects are less extreme, with a typical weight loss of around 2-5kg in two weeks. 

Talk with your health care provider or a Be Fit Food accredited practising dietitian at [email protected] or 1300 2 MEALS before changing your diet. 

Kate Save is the CEO and co-founder of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info, go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)

BE FIT FOOD
A: 2/49 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington
T: 1300 263 257
W: www.befitfood.com.au
FB: befitfoodaustralia
INSTA: befitfoodaustralia

Style for any season at Yo-Ko Original

Typically the warmest of the Melbourne summer months, February is also the month that autumn and winter seasons’ pieces launch on to the shelves at Yo-Ko Women’s Fashion Boutique.

Orientique Clothing has exceeded Yo-Ko’s style expectations with its 2020 collections, offering bold and beautiful print dresses, tops and pants constructed from all-natural fibres — ideal for this time of year. Orientique’s sister label, Escape by OQ, offers stunning boho-inspired garments in muted prints and floaty premium cottons with the most divine embellishment details. 

The brilliant quality of Café Latte Clothing also continues to create a strong following with classic, great-fitting casual pieces teamed back with fun print tees and tops in brilliantly coloured hues.

Supporting the community is of great importance to the Yo-Ko Original team, and they are excited to announce that their selection of wares by local makers and brands continues to expand. Yo-Ko is now stocking Creek and Bay handmade printed headbands, earrings by Altair Melbourne, beautifully knitted bags by No+El, deliciously scented hand-poured soy candles by Cora and a huge variety of stunning jewellery and accessories by Trio Rouge.

Yo-Ko makes gift-giving easy with vouchers in store. Layby is available too.

YO-KO ORIGINAL BOUTIQUE
A: 10 Station St, Seaford
T: 9786 0602
FB: yokooriginal
INSTA: yokooriginal

Get back to nature with Merino & Co

If you love adaptable, easy-wearing, effortlessly fashionable knitwear that you’ll wear time and time again, Merino & Co is definitely for you. 

Merino & Co houses two merino and natural fibre fashion brands — MerinoSnug and Only Merino — showcasing Australia’s best modern merino wool in everyday basics, apparel and accessories for women and men, as well as luxurious items for the home. Proudly Australian-owned, Merino & Co contemporary designs are created with Australia’s finest merino wool, loved for its natural breathability and softness.

Merino & Co is owned by Australian Wool Network, Australia’s largest independent wool marketer, bringing woolgrowers, wool processors and consumers together. From bale to retail, Merino & Co is committed to connecting its customers and growers by highlighting the origin of its garments, providing customers with the opportunity to learn more about the provenance of its garments. 

Each garment carries a QR-enabled swing tag that showcases the woolgrowers who contributed to the making of the garment, their sheep and the environment in which the wool was grown. The wool is blended with other premium natural fibres and sustainably and ethically manufactured at a purpose-built factory outlet in Carrum Downs. 

The Carrum Downs factory outlet is open to the public with a huge range of firsts, seconds and factory overrun discounted garments available for sale. 

MERINO & CO
A: 140 Colemans Rd, Carrum Downs
T: 1300 030 718
W: www.merinoandco.com.au
FB: merinoandcoaus
INSTA: merinoandcoaus

Making dogs smile everywhere

Sarah and Eva launched Smiley Dog® in 2009, putting health, wellness and vitality first for all dogs. The product idea formed from their unbreakable bond and love for their pooches, and their respect for professional groomers and the environment. 

Smiley Dog® consists of a fabulous range of premium dog care products that are natural, safe and effective, using quality ingredients. To pursue their vision, they extensively researched and formulated their ever-so-popular range. Their products are pH-balanced and formulated for all dogs. In fact, they will not strip your dog’s coat of its natural oils and sebum because the ingredients are specifically chosen for their health properties, not just for the wellness of dogs everywhere but also gentle for their human owners and groomers.  

Not only is Smiley Dog® Australian-owned and made with Australian products, the products and packaging are also biodegradable. The shampoos are soap-free and biodegradable too because they’re created using coconut oil as a natural base. These natural super-products are loved by Australian pet owners, retailers, groomers and vets. They care for fur naturally.

KATE SEARS

SMILEY DOG
T: 9580 3005
A: 2/32 Jarrah Drive, Braeside
W: www.smileydog.com.au
FB: Smiley Dog
INSTA: smileydogau

Top tips for a healthy summer

As the weather warms up, the sun comes out and we’re getting ready for blue skies, beaches and barbecues, here are some tips to help you stay healthy this summer. 

Keep hydrated: We can lose a lot of fluid in the warmer months, so it’s important to ensure you keep up with your water intake. Aim for upwards of two litres — more if you’re more active — and try mixing it up with the addition of berries or peaches for an extra burst of flavour. 

Exercise outside: Make the most of the beautiful sunshine and exercise outside. This will also help you get an extra boost of vitamin D. Make sure you stay hydrated during and after exercise and don’t forget to be sun-smart. 

Add extra non-starchy salad or vegetables to your main meals: Vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants while being low in calories and carbohydrates — so you can enjoy more. This will help you manage your portions and assist with weight management. 

If you’re wanting to lose weight this summer, chat to one of our dietitians to see how we can help you today by calling 1300 2 MEALS.

Kate Save is the CEO and co-founder of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info, go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)

People choose Anny’s at Australasian jewellery awards

Master jeweller Harry Ozkoch, owner of Anny's Manufacturing Jewellers in Frankston, has won the prestigious Jewellers Association of Australia’s Australasian People’s Choice Award. The competition is the Australian jewellery industry’s longest running design competition. The piece was displayed at The Rocks in Sydney for the public to view and Anny’s received votes from all over Australia and New Zealand. Harry and his wife, Anny, flew to Sydney for the awards night at The Rocks and brought the People’s Choice Award home to the Mornington Peninsula.

The award-winning ring is handmade and holds a secret — another diamond is hidden underneath, creating a graceful drop effect. Harry expertly finished his piece using white and ultra-rare Australian Argyle pink diamonds set in platinum and 18kt yellow gold.  This incredible accomplishment also allows Harry to enter the International Jewellery Design Excellence Award in Hong Kong next year.

Harry has lived and breathed jewellery since he was 16. Throughout his decorated career, he has won numerous other awards. However, he acknowledges the enormity of this recent accomplishment. Harry believes that this prestigious accolade is the highlight of his 41-year career in jewellery. Anny’s will be celebrating 30 years of serving the Mornington Peninsula people for all their jewellery needs, with customer satisfaction always at the forefront of every interaction. It is a local family-owned business, with his wife, Anny, daughter and son also involved full time. This win was a family effort, but it would not have been possible without all the votes from the Australian and New Zealand public. Anny's would like to extend its sincere thanks to everyone who voted.  Anny’s cannot wait to keep creating some of the most beautiful pieces of jewellery for the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne public.

ANNY’S MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS
A: 92 Young St, Frankston (walk-ins welcome)
A: 3/257 Collins St, Melbourne (by appointment only)
T: 1300 092 000
FB: AnnysManufacturingJewellers 
INSTA: annysjewellers
E: [email protected]

Camping without the carbs

Going away with friends or family can be challenging when you are trying to stick to a low-carb, high-protein diet, particularly while camping. Here are the five ways to make sticking to your diet while you’re away easier. 

Take only what you need: When camping, you tend to be far from the shops, so ensure you pack eggs, vegetables, beans, lentils, lean meat, herbs and spices, and fruit. Avoid taking sweets, crisps and crackers; replace them with vegie sticks and salsa, reduced fat cheese and nuts and seeds. 

Plan meals before arrival: A day’s menu might look like this:

Breakfast: eggs cooked on the frypan with lots of non-starchy vegetables like tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, chickpeas +/- small slices of sourdough bread. 

Lunch: lean chicken breast cooked on the hotplate, or tinned tuna/lentils tossed through a green salad 

Dinner: fish and non-starchy vegetables, like beans, zucchini, ¼ cup sweet potato wrapped in foil and cooked in the fire with a squeeze of lemon juice and pepper to serve.  
Snacks: nuts, seeds (trail mix), small amount of fruit, vegie sticks and dip, and reduced fat cheese.  

Make healthy peach mellows by the fire: Cut a peach in half, remove pit and replace the space with frozen berries and a mini-marshmallow. Sprinkle with cinnamon, put the peach together again, wrap it in foil and heat over the fire for 3-4 minutes.

Reduce alcohol intake: Choose non-alcoholic, low-kilojoule drinks. Try soda water with a splash of fresh lemon or lime juice, or halve your portion of alcohol in each drink. 

Stay active: You’ll have time between your R&R and activities to get some movement in with the whole family. Enjoy playing jump rope, cricket, or blast the radio and get your family and friends to dance off! 

Book a free dietitian consultation to discuss these ideas further. 

Kate Save is the CEO and co-founder of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info, go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)

The art of clean living with KeKe Wellness

When life takes its toll, take heart: KeKe Wellness in Rye provides the ideal space for destressing, rejuvenating and reassessing. This serene and streamlined wellness centre on Point Nepean Rd is something special. Yes, it offers body-melting massage, deep-cleansing facials and a range of stellar Australian-made skin and relaxation products, but more than this, it offers a chic coastal escape to tune out and tune into your physical and mental wellness.

KeKe Wellness is the brainchild of husband and wife team Warren and Carly Smith. After spending a few months in Bali looking at how they wanted to live their lives moving forward with their four children, they’ve returned to the Mornington Peninsula to open an incredible space which devotes itself holistically to mental and physical well-being. Bringing years of experience to the wellness industry, skin therapist Carly, of Magnolia Beauty Salon fame in Balnarring, understands feeling great comes from the inside out, while husband Warren brings alternative life outlook and a fitness-first approach to living. He explains: “We wanted to provide our clients with a completely unique wellness boutique experience. We all have super busy lives and sometimes look for unhealthy ways to diffuse. KeKe Wellness is all about finding ways to destress through treatments that promote anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety and recovery-based treatments. Our main focus is to provide the best care to all clients through alternative and new age practice, which includes education on how to maintain optimum holistic health.”

So what’s in store when you walk through the door? Peace, cocooning safeness and cutting-edge treatments. Warren continues: “Out float tank therapy offers 100 per cent magnesium-boosted weightlessness and is great for improving cardiovascular health by inducing deep relaxation, while our cryo therapy promotes cell rejuvenation and muscular repair. Both these hi-tech therapies are great for shedding stress, decompressing, repairing physical and mental toll and addressing negative behaviours. We also collaborate with like-minded therapists to offer an extensive range of massage including relaxation, remedial, deep tissue, cupping, lymphatic drainage and dry needling to further the wellness experience.”

The name KeKe is created from the first letter of each of Warren and Carly’s children. An ideal wellness hub for holiday escape invigoration, groups of wellness-minded friends or couples who just want to indulge, this is one Mornington Peninsula experience you won’t want to miss. Want optimum clean-living wellness? You’ve found it with KeKe.

KEKE WELLNESS

A: 2385 Point Nepean Rd, Rye

T: 5903 5287

W: www.kekewellness.com

INSTA: keke_wellness

Yo-Ko goes fabulously festive

Warmer days, the festive season and summer holidays are all just around the corner, and every woman needs an outfit or two — and accessories — to go with all the fun activities and events that come with this fabulous time of year.

At Yo-Ko Original Boutique you’ll find an amazing palette of summer colours and prints in tops, pants, dresses, maxi skirts and dresses, and jackets.  And in response to the needs of many customers, Yo-Ko is choosing to stock a greater selection of natural and sustainable fabrics, including cottons and linen.  Choose from Orientique, Café Latte, Sequel Clothing, Boho Australia, and new labels in store: Rasaleela Clothing (see ad), Azure, Cordelia Street, and CC Collections.  

Match your outfit with summer shoes and sandals from No! Shoes and jewellery from Trio Rouge and Altair Jewellery, and you are set.  Fabulous candles, jewellery, headbands, summer beanies, cards, mosaic pieces and paintings by Seaford artists and creatives would make sensational Christmas gifts or a treat for you!  

Gift vouchers, layby and all credit facilities are available.  Yo-Ko is open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

YO-KO ORIGINAL BOUTIQUE

A: 10 Station St, Seaford

T: 9786 0602

FB: yokooriginal

INSTA: yokooriginal

Yoga on Safety Beach

Photo: Brooke Keam Photography

Summer vibes, sand between your toes and a guided yoga class sounds like a summer day dream. Emma Henderson makes it a reality. Before establishing Off The Matt with Emma, she was a Navy Medic for nine years. After an injury playing ADF Rugby left her in a rehabilitation program, she fell in love with yoga and its overwhelming benefits. Emma has since completed Yoga courses in Bali, completed studies in Paramedical Science and has taught all body types including elite athletes, members of Defence and holiday makers in Bali. 

Emma welcomes people of all ages and capabilities to sign up now for summer with the appealing early bird price of $15 per session* to enjoy yoga at Safety Beach. Bookings are essential, visit her website to view different packs or private session prices.

*This exclusive offer ends Tuesday, December 31, after which the price returns to $20 per session.

OFF THE MAT WITH EMMA
T: 0422 062 772
W: www.offthematwithemma.com

FB: offthemat_withemma
INSTA: offthemat_withemma

And then there were two

After Guava Estate’s 23 sensational years on the Peninsula, it’s expanded with an exciting new venture. The business has evolved from hair salon to a hair and beauty salon and earlier this year plans were put in place to expand again. Now, destination Guava in Baxter is joined by its newest addition in Somerville — Guava Clinic.

The team has always operated on the philosophy that beautiful results are achieved without compromise, and Guava Clinic will follow suit. As the newest skin clinic on the Peninsula, it boasts some of the best treatments and products on the market for skin care and health. This stunning new skin clinic specialises in problematic skin conditions and offers some of the newest treatments on the market for skin health, including analysis and diagnosis, advanced skin needling, power peels, LED light therapy, lymphatic therapy and internal health. Its aim is to promote skin health and function not only from the outside but from the inside too. Guava Clinic is set to define a new standard in results-driven skin care for its clients, mark our words. 

Guava Clinic is dedicated to provide a luxury destination for results-driven skin care and treatments, complete with the exceptional standard and care that regular Guava clients have become accustomed to. The beautiful luxurious space is now open for bookings, with treatments and programs available for every skin type. And what’s even better is that AfterPay is available too! 

Take advantage of Guava Clinic’s opening special — but only if you book now. You’ll receive a complimentary advanced skin analysis with every facial treatment booked, which is valued at $95. 

GUAVA CLINIC
A: 7/8 Edward St, Somerville
T: 5971 4927
W: www.guavahairbody.com.au
FB: guavaclinic
INSTA: guavaclinic

Guiding light unravels spiritual mysteries

Deborah never imagined she would become a Medium. After losing her husband in a car accident over 30 years ago, she began a quest for answers. Years later, after much exploration into what lies beyond and learning all she could about this ability she realised she had been given from a young age. 

Deborah now gives both private and group readings with authentically astounding results. She explains: “I receive strong evidence from the other side and give accurate guidance and information to those wishing to connect with loved ones who have passed.” 

Working as a professional Medium Clairvoyant for the past 15 years, Deborah brings her gift to the Peninsula with compassion, care and accuracy. 

MYSTICAL MOMENTZ — DEBORAH KROLL MEDIUM CLAIRVOYANT PSYCHIC

A: Rosebud by appointment 

M: 0414 859 218

W: www.deborahkroll.com

FB: MysticalMomentz

Easy ways to maintain your weight loss during the party season

It may be daunting to start your weight loss journey at this time of year. Check out our top strategies to help you achieve your weight loss goals rather than allowing the silly season to take over. 

Plan ahead: When going to a restaurant, choose your meal before you go. 

Bring a plate to your event: Bring along a healthy platter so you know you can nibble on this. 

Practise portion control: Fill up your plate with salad and vegetables first and then choose your protein and carb source. Go for a lower fat meat such as grilled chicken or fish. 

Avoid going to events hungry: This will help you avoid overeating at the event

Alcohol: Limit your intake and choose low kilojoule drinks. Consider halving your alcoholic portion by mixing soda water and wine (wine spritzer) or light beer and diet lemonade (shandy). Alternate your alcoholic beverages with a glass of water or avoid alcohol altogether by being the designated driver. 

Stay active: Combine your event with a game of basketball, cricket, lawn bowls, swimming or dancing. Get those steps up by offering to help with the set-up, catering or clean-up. 

Allow yourself to enjoy an offer if you want to: Remember, your event is just one event and is not going to sabotage all the good choices you make around the event.

Send your guests home with the leftovers: When you host an event, usually you’re lumped with the leftovers. Instead of having them as a temptation, kindly send them home with your guests. 

Balance the joy of eating with others with healthy choices: Focus on spending time with loved ones and friends and keeping yourself preoccupied. 

Kate Save is the CEO and co-founder of Be Fit Food in Mornington. For more info, go to befitfood.com.au or phone 1300 2 MEALS (63257)

Nail your beauty with McCrae’s own B&B

Want to look your best for the festive season ahead? Then get down to McCrae for all your nail, eyelash and pedicure requirements. Kathy and her team at B&B Nails, Spa and Beauty deliver friendly and fast service with chic results which will keep you coming back for more. 

Experts at SNS, gel, acrylic and shellac nail services to get you ready for glamourous get-togethers over the summer months, B&B Nails, Spa and Beauty are all about looking your best while feeling great too. Kathy’s nail art individualises and surprises while the salon’s manicure and spa pedicure treatments are offered at the right price. Eyelash extensions, lifts and tints, and body waxing for ladies and men, are available too. Beautiful!

B&B NAILS SPA AND BEAUTY

A: Shop 3, McCrae Plaza, 729-739 Point Nepean Road, McCrae

T: 5912 2468

FB: B&B nails spa and Beauty

SunButter sunscreen, better for skin and sea

Each year, some 14,000 tonnes of sunscreen chemicals wash off beachgoers and end up in the ocean, where they wreak havoc on marine life and coral reefs. It’s a startling reality that marine biologists Sacha Guggenheimer and Tom Hiney have witnessed first-hand and care about deeply.

“Chemicals pose an irreversible threat to life in our precious seas and waterways,” says Sacha. “Reducing chemical pollution in these systems is critical for our future."

In 2016, the Balnarring couple created SunButter Oceans — a reef-safe, plant-based, plastic-free answer to chemical-laden sunscreens and surf zincs. SunButter’s unique SPF50 formula is great for sensitive skin, with zero fragrance and four key high-quality ingredients: non-nano particle zinc oxide for UV protection, coconut oil, vitamin E and castor oil for spreadability and skin hydration.

The couple’s ethos extends all the way from their reusable printed tins to the 10 per cent of profits they donate each year to environmental non-profits. And with a successful Kickstarter campaign now under their belts, they’re already setting a new standard for sun protection.

“We want to give future generations the chance to enjoy coral reefs like we have," says Tom.

SUNBUTTER OCEANS NATURAL SUNSCREEN

A: Balnarring

W: www.sunbutteroceans.com.au

FB: SunButterOceans

INSTA: sunbutteroceans

Okay, let’s try KX

Working out is made simple at KX Pilates. The revolutionary body-toning and fast-paced workout means that you train smarter, not longer. At KX Pilates the team delivers a high-intensity body-toning power workout in just 50 minutes. 

At both locations in Mornington and Frankston you’ll find loyal client-turned-owner and trainer Kat Gallucci. Kat chose to get involved in KX to help inspire and motivate others to be the best they can be physically and mentally. Get motivated for summer by taking advantage of their introductory offer — $50 for five classes.

“I find that people who attend the first session will then attend all five and become hooked,” said Kat. “We have eight instructors who come from different backgrounds, so every class is different. All abilities and ages are welcome with no previous experience required.” 

The dynamic reformer Pilates class will increase your flexibility, co-ordination and balance. KX Pilates fuses elements of traditional reformer Pilates with cardio and endurance training to achieve their high-intensity workout. 

“Just give it a go,” said Kat. “It’s easily picked up and our small class sizes mean that everyone gets the attention they require.”

KATE SEARS

KX PILATES STUDIO
A: 34A Wells St, Frankston
T: 9783 2507
FB: kxpilatesfrankston

A: 222 Main St, Mornington
T: 5976 2266
FB: kxpilatesmornington 

W: www.kxpilates.com.au
INSTA: kxpilates