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Episode 12: 17 June 2006
Special celebrity guests join the Postcards team this week. Bridget plays paintball with Jules Lund and talks to Chris Isaak about his 'Best Of' album. Suzie Wilks shows us her favourite Equestrian Centre, Lauren and Patti Newton have a mother/daughter day at Mirvac and Fifi Box takes Lawrence on a tour of her disastrous date locations.

Jules plays paintball

Semoz Paintball
Bridget and Jules Lund battle it out on Melbourne's closest paintball field, Semoz Paintball situated three hours from Melbourne's CBD. It offers 10 different fields of play to ensure a full day of paintball splat attack action. Paintball is a great idea for parties, special events or for a day out with your friends.

Old Deniliquin Road
Moama NSW
Ph 1300 733 333 (Australia only)
www.semozpaintball.com

Suzie at Peppercorn Equestrian Centre

Peppercorn Equestrian Centre
Suzie Wilks spends the day at Peppercorn Equestrian Centre located 15 minutes north-west of Melbourne. Peppercorn is the closest equestrian centre to the city. It was established in 1989 and is a member of the Australian Horse Riding Centres Association.

Peppercorn provides riding tuition to all levels and ages. The facilities are first class and include an indoor riding arena, three floodlit outdoor arenas, cross country jumps and showjumping equipment. All of the horses on the property are in great condition, well trained and presented. Even the most novice rider will enjoy a day of riding.

230 Oaklands Road
Oaklands Junction
Ph 03 9333 1318 or 0418 374 321

Mirvac's Yarra's Edge

Mirvac's Yarra's Edge
Lauren and Patty Newton, daughter and wife of Australian television icon Bert Newton share a special mother/daughter day at Mirvac's Yarra's Edge at Melbourne's Docklands.


Victorian Yacht Charters
Victorian Yacht Charters offer landlubbers some sea-level sightseeing before mooring for a night beneath the stars, and a hearty breakfast the next day. At Victorian Yacht Charters they have a range of yachts to suit all your sailing needs. All yachts are luxuriously built incorporating amenities and comforts for your sailing pleasure.

Ph 1300 304 992
www.victoriayachtcharters.com.au

Papillon Day Spa
Nestled on the waterfront at Yarra's Edge, Docklands, just five minutes walk from the CBD, Papillon Day Spa invites you to indulge yourself in the ultimate spa pampering experience. Papillon offers luxurious private rooms for complete relaxation and well being. Their professional therapists will customise any treatment to suit your exact needs.

84b River Esplanade
Yarra's Edge - Dockland
via 80 Lorimer Street
Ph 03 9681 7700
www.papillondayspa.com.au

Iku Izakaya
Iku Izakaya Japanese restaurant offers a unique dining experience. Specialising in tempura, sushi, sashimi, yakitori and banquets, their menu is supported by an extensive wine list and numerous cold Japanese beers, sake and shochu, each carefully selected to ensure a unique dining experience.

70 Lorimer Street
South Melbourne
Ph 03 9646 2400
www.iku-izakaya.com.au

Goya Gallery
When it comes to art at Yarra's Edge, the Goya Gallery is also worth a wander. Run by renowned Italian curator Chiara Goya it features some of the country's best contemporary works from artists such as Craig Gough, Naomi White, Anthony and Diahann Syndicas.

60 Lorimer Street
Yarra's Edge
Docklands
Ph 03 9646 6900
www.goyagalleries.com

Lot 50
With stunning views of the marina and web bridge complemented by a modern Mediterranean menu, Lot 50 has been created to inspire, entertain and relax. It provides a destination for breakfast, a quick bite or leisurely lunch or dinner.

50 River Esplanade
Docklands
Ph 03 9646 6250

Lawrence and Fifi

Fifi Box's disastrous dates
Lawrence goes on a date with Fifi Box, only to discover that for each place they visit Fifi has a dating disaster story to go with it. Luckily the venues are much better than Fifi's past dates.


Brunetti's
Brunetti's is famous for its amazing array of delicious cakes and remarkable coffee. Brunetti's began trading in 1985, but when the Angelé family acquired the business in 1991 it was transformed from a lovely café into a truly authentic roman pasticceria. As well as great coffee and cake, Brunetti's also has a fantastic breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.

194–204 Faraday Street
Carlton
Ph 03 9347 2801

Blue Train Café
Blue Train opens early for breakfast and trades until very late. It serves high quality meals at great prices. Enjoy hot rock pizzas, pasta and assorted basic meals. There's full bar service and the lounge area has alternating art displays and reading material for the solo diner.

Mid Level Southgate Landing
Southbank
Ph 03 9696 0111
www.bluetrain.com.au

The Hairy Canary
The Hairy Canary sits upstairs in a black cage with a very wide window open to the street. It is an incredible venue with great food and killer cocktails. Put it on your list of places to visit.

212 Little Collins Street
Melbourne
Ph 03 9654 2471

Chris Isaak

Chris Isaak
Bridget catches up with international crooner Chris Isaak and drummer Kenny Dale-Johnson at JJ's in Crown to talk about the release of his 'Best Of' Album and the upcoming tour. Chris Isaak has been adored by Australian audiences for more than a decade with his witty charm and passionate songs. The Best of Chris Isaak Tour comes to Melbourne on 2 and 3 November at the Palms at Crown and then A Day On The Green at Rochford Wines in the Yarra Valley on 11 November.

Book at Ticketek
Ph 132 849
www.ticketek.com.au

What's On

Winter School Holidays in the City
Whatever the weather, there's loads of activities to keep children entertained these holidays in Melbourne.
Where: Various city attractions
When: 17 June – 2 July
More: thatsmelbourne.com.au

Royal Park Wetlands
Extending over 188 hectares, Royal Park is the largest park in the City of Melbourne.
Where: Manningham St Reserve
When: Open to the public from June 4
More: thatsmelbourne.com.au

Slow Sundays at NewQuay
Head to NewQuay where the restaurants and cafés will welcome you to a long lunch on a lazy Sunday afternoon by the harbour.
Where: NewQuay, Docklands
When: June 18 & 25 and July 2 & 9
Cost: Sampling Plate and a glass of wine $15
More: thatsmelbourne.com.au

The Age Run to the G
Join in the fun and raise funds for the Cancer Council.
Where: Assemble at Federation Square, start at Birrarung Marr and finish on Princes Bridge.
When: 18 June, 7am to 11am
More: thatsmelbourne.com.au